Pre-Uni Sem 1; its people

The sem break is ending. Auch

We gonna need to move back to the college dorm, quite excited but considering the messy situation we are having now, well, a bit heavy hearted.

But, let’s recap back the first semester. I might separate this into two post: People, and Studies

Wasn’t excited to start pre-Uni and moving out of Uni. But by time goes, it wasn’t that bad. I find the learning environment is good, and the people are also good. What I like the most are my housemates. I am very grateful to be placed in the same house with them. I had a very fun time, and learnt a lot from them.

I think the biggest blessing for half of the last year is the opportunity to meet and befriend these precious souls. I can’t imagine being placed in another house with other strangers :’)

As you probably know (or not know), despite my friendliness, I am a very distant and conservative person. And that worries me the most, my inability to blend with the society, with the thick wall i set myself from the outer world. But they helped me in bringing it down, though not totally. I feel safe and jubilant whenever they are around, not feeling annoyed or something. They’re the only reason I can cope living there :’)

Now, shall we talk about my classmates?

They’re very outgoing, respectful and helpful! I was scared at first to meet a GROUP of new people. I remember sweating and getting nervousness all over my veins on the first day. But a few souls being kind to myself and help to introduce myself to others, very grateful <3 

They are also very helpful in term of studies. I don’t feel reluctant to seek help from them. And there are a few names who had been a great help for me throughout the semester.I believe in the ‘barter system’, which in this case is, if you want someone to help you, then you need to offer your hand first. And if you are unable to do so, then try your best for giving the alternatives, manner matters! That’s what living in the community is, complementing each other and respecting the boundaries <3

I think this semester taught me how to be ‘a people of the society’. To reach out to people and start opening up myself for new encounters. It was myself who set the biggest barrier of myself from the world. But being in a group of people for a few months, help me to open up bit and bit. That’s why, I am exhilarated for the new sem, to have more human interaction. And i hope i’ll get to learn new things from others too, for the betterment of myself in the present, and the future :’)

Turbulence of Mind II

Lately, there has been a lot of things circulating my mind. And it seems like I can’t grasp each of them and put them into the ‘cabinets’ in my mind, respectively.

The thoughts are scattered and packed that makes my mind feel too dense and heavy, and hard to think realistically.

One morning, I feel jubilant and looking forward for the day. Then, the storm comes at night and destroyed every positive thoughts and dream I have during the day. It’s a perpetual cycle. I still don’t know how to control my thoughts and emotions.

A wise friend of mine once said that, 9 out of 10 of our problems came from out own thoughts. As simple as she said, when I think back, oh that’s really true. Mind holds the ultimate power over ourselves. 

From thoughts, we daydream and speculate, there comes the imagination, and we plan. From the plan, we start to act, working towards the dream. 

But from thoughts also, sad thoughts, we strained our thinking, degrading and demeaning our own worth, destroying all the lights and hopes we once had. We still plan, a self-destructing plan. Shutting the door from outward reach. And in the end, we succumb to the devil of our ownselves. 

This makes me realise, the ultimate enemy is actually our own self. Yes, other people can say all the meanest thing and trick us into demeaning self. But we hold the choice, on letting their words to reach us, or put a solid protective wall against the world. 

But, we are also the ultimate friend to our own poor self. If we nurture our thoughts with wise and hopeful seeds, it will grow and mould us into a better person, a person who loves themselves the most. Needn’t to find a person to valid yourself, because the very person who is able to do that lays inside yourself.

And I find it endearing to think that way :)

I’m still in a patchy, rough road full of thorns in the process of loving and embracing myself. But I’m working hard for it.

And I hope you will too.

Good luck for us :) and thank you for reading till the end . (I honestly would expect no one to read this, and it would be embarrassing if people DO read my writings 😳 haha)

• 9.26 PM, 22th Jan 21 , home.

 🎹 L’autre Valse D’amelie by Yann Tiersen and Frederic Schubert

gkaralyte · 02 YANN TIERSEN - l'autre valse d'amelie

Turbulence of Mind; a poem

My mind is a maelstrom of thoughts,

My body is a wreckage,

Such a turmoil boiling inside me,

Engulfing the light,

Leaving the darkness,

Hollowness,

Is what is left. 

• Requiem, KV 626: 6f. Lacrimosa

10:52 pm, 20 January 2020.

Diary of A Rich Kid #2 - Road Trip by Malcolm Mejin

 

Synopsis

A wild road trip adventure in the heart of Kuching that draws delighted laughter and endless excitement. Robin and his friends embark on a journey of amazing discovery where they explore delicious local food and breathtaking destinations. Their adventure takes a comedic turn when they encounter orangutans and proboscis monkeys in the wildlife. When their best friend mysteriously disappears, their road trip takes a swerve on rocky path of danger and suspense…

 

 

Side Note

This ebook was sent to me by the author, Malcolm Mejin for an exchange of an honest review. The review is solely based on my own preferences without any bias.

 

 

Review

A story of Robin, Charlie and Ken voyaging in a new adventure exploring Kuching, Sarawak along with Robin’s lovey-dovey parents and their girl friends; Siti and Chloe. It was an enjoyable and light read packed with humour and adventures. Following them embarking in a journey together to explore the nature and the beauty of Sarawak thrilled me! I feel exhilarated and amused by the description of the place they went to, it feels like I am tagging along their memorable adventure. 

My favourite moment of the book is when they visits Semenggoh Wildlife Centre to see Orangutan, a special species that’s in danger of extinction, where their frantic encounter with the Orangutans would end up becoming a crucial aid for them in the end. Another one is when they eat Durian, the most superior King of the Fruit. Seeing Ken changing his immense hatred towards Durian to likeness reminds me of being in the same shoes as him as I was also once a durian-hater haha, but the table has turns now. Also for Charlie, thoughI feel a bit sorry to him for having all the misfortunes befalling him, but since he is the most spoiled and quite a conceited one, it’s good that he learnt his lessons from all the incidents and see them a brighter side. 

Overall, I highly recommend this book to local and international reader who want to know more about the beauty of Sarawak , this book can literally serve as your Sarawak travel itinerary (and also if you enjoy middle-grade graphic novel!). It is a heartwarming story centred around the theme of family-bonding and friendship, along with braveness and loyalty! Can’t wait to see more of Robin, Charlie and Ken’s thrilling adventure in the future.

Rating

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

 

 

 

To Buy

MPH - https://www.mphonline.com/en/productdetails/children-books/humorous/9789671608418

AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/Diary-Rich-Kid-Road-Trip-ebook/dp/B08R2TS8XX

 

Diary of A Rich Kid by Malcolm Mejin

                              

    

SYNOPSIS

HOW would your life be if you had so much money that it could fill the entire ocean? For Sarawakian Malcolm Mejin, he would travel all around the world in his private jet. He would also own the latest gadgets, the likes of which are so expensive that they could only be afforded by the wealthiest.

It’s such a good fantasy that Malcolm decided to pen it all down in his latest book, Diary of a Rich Kid, whose plot centres on a group of privileged, wealthy kids who lead the most lavish, extravagant lifestyle filled with excitement, suspense and adventure ― peppered with some humour. 

 

SIDE NOTE

This ebook was sent to me by the author, Malcolm Mejin for an exchange of an honest review. The review is solely based on my own preferences without any bias.

 

REVIEW

Had a really great laugh experience throughout reading the book. The story is like Crazy Rich Asian but make it TEEN VERSION. It’s such a light reading that could be enjoyed by people regardless of ages. I love how the story is fast-paced with twists here and there 💃.  The characters are very admirable, it’s fun to see how the three friends are spending some quality time over the holiday together (+ with the ‘uninvited’ family members 😏😂) The quarrel between Robin and the drama-king Charlie with Ken as the mediator in the end of every fight will never cease to make me laugh! I think they really complement each other very well in their friendship ✨ The story brings so much fun to the table; but also with lessons incorporated subtly by the authors; eg; toleration between friendship, family-love and also braveness in unexpected circumstances! It’s also cute how Robin is always craving for Sarawak Laksa despite all the lavish meal served to him, I guess we all will always have ‘that one’ local delicacy dominating our appetite no matter where we are. Another note, there’s also Amanda (the star who stole the limelight of the story), a ferocious creature yet also poor, seeing how she always shows up whenever the 3 are there, seems like she’s lonely and wanting to eat befriend them! Haha. The twist in the end oof- I wasn’t expecting that! 🙊

In short; it is a good read if you’re seeking some kind of light kid-comedy story amidst the chaos of life. 

RATING

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

TO BUY 

MPH - https://www.mphonline.com/en/productdetails/children-books/humorous/9789671608401

AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/Diary-Rich-Kid-Road-Trip-ebook/dp/B08R2TS8XX