3 Ladies & A Diary: December 2011

Here am I sitting here on the last day of year 2011 wondering what I’m going to write in my blog before the year 2011 ends. I have to go through the file cabinets of my memory to summarize the learning, experiences, good times, bad times and etc. from January through December 2011.

So I’ve decided to write this post by category.

Workplace

I’ve come to know a few people who have been a great blessing in my life. I will not quote names as I would need to seek for their approval to do so. So anyway, they have made my work life a very pleasant one. They’ve taught me things, guided me with much patience and have given me the courage to do more than I thought I was capable of doing. The amount of laughter in the workplace made arguments seems so insignificant.

Working with the ladies in the field all over Malaysia was also amazing. They’ve been very co-operative and positive. All 62 of them are unique in their own way and there is never a dull moment with them.

So, to everyone in the Kotra Pharma family, from the bottom of my heart I thank you!

Friends

Many people have come and gone in my life. Some may seem so genuine but shows their true colours when tested with fire. I’ve learned not to be overly disappointed because at the end of the day, they’re not just worth my time and my emotions. So, I’ve learned to appreciate those who matters. I may not be able to name all my friends but here I would like to make a special shoutout to Lee Heong, Jennifer, Wai Loon and Marvin. Thank you for standing by me and being my light during my dark times. Some may consider 4 an unlucky number but you four will always have a special place in my heart.

The others are also important to me. I may not have named them here but they are all pieces that made up my picture of friendship too.

Family

My family is the foundation of my life. Without them, my life would be empty and meaningless. We may get angry and upset with each other today but when we get up tomorrow, all should be forgiven and forgotten. To my hubby, mom, dad, sisters, brother in-law, niece and nephew, I love you all! To my grandma, aunts, uncles and cousins, I love you all too!

Places

The only thing I would like to highlight under this category is the change of my family residence from Shah Alam to Puchong. My younger sister has finally bought her very own house and it’s located right next to the block I live. My parents and youngest sister have also moved in with her. After many months of waiting and renovation works, the house is finally ready to be called a home in the month of December. We’ve celebrated Christmas together with the housewarming this year. Everyone’s chipped in to make this an amazing home. I’m so proud of my sister for being able to make this a new home for my parents. Now they no longer have to climb 4 flights of stairs just to go home.

Food

I’ve perfected my lasagne recipe and I’m planning to start making pizzas next year. This year, I’ve developed a love for Korean food. My favourite is the Yukaejang, Kimchichigae and Bibimbap. However, my ultimate favourite is still Japanese followed by Italian.

This year was the birth of an amazing beverage chain...CHATIME!!

It was love at first sip! I was never a fan of bubble tea but Chatime is really something else. There’s a long list of flavoured teas and non-teas to choose from and you can have your choice of inclusions, sugar options and ice options too.

Lessons learned in 2011...

Live today like it’s your last. Don’t put off what you’re able to do today.
Appreciate what you have today and be contented.
Do the best you can because you may not have the liberty to do it again.
Make every moment counts because time only moves forward and not backwards.
Time won’t stop when you’re upset and angry. So, why not spend that time being happy.
Don’t ever neglect time with your family.