just while away.

Hi, would just like to share a thought.

I've realized that at times I avoid doing somethings cos I don't want to 'waste' precious time doing small things like maybe decorating my blog/ creating a blog/ writing other things or basically anything (could be anything ranging from surfing the net, browsing through facebook or random blogs, shopping online, listening to music, playing games or streaming movies off the net) that may be deemed unnecessary or a waste of time. But I've realised that the more of these things you avoid doesn't necessarily mean that you're using your time more efficiently. In fact, on the contrary, I think doing more of these small little "insignificant" things ensure that you're more fully occupied and pushed to make better use of the time that's remaining. Also, these things keep you sane because it means you're distributing your time between the 'serious' work stuff and other simpler things that can allow your mind to just while away.

This mix makes you a more balanced person. I mean think about it, even if you do avoid all these "inefficient" things, you'd end up being nothing more than a robot, no? One who's just crazily driven to maximise every single second for something more 'worthwhile' without realising that maybe sometimes, these inefficient things too, have value. The value to keep you sane, to keep you going and to keep fuelling your imagination. These things are necessary. So yes, let's not strike them off the list just yet or hastily categorize them as 'inefficient' and 'unnecessary' things to do.

That said, it is also important to note that acknowledging the value of these activities cannot and should not warrant us not to justify spending nearly half our lives whiling away. Its definitely also all about striking the right balance, though that begs the question of what then, is the right balance or mix? Hmm, think there's no one-size-fits-all formula or equation, its a subjective thing and your optimal balance of 'serious work' and 'play-time' can only come through experience. Adjust and see what your optimal balance is to achieve your end-goal (of cos, first you'll need to be clear too about what it is you want to achieve as your end-goal). :)

Ok, see, point proven. This entry alone holds testament to the value of just doing something "not-so-worthwhile" (i.e. blogging- at least blogging did fall under my list of "not-so-worthwhile" things to do). It has the power to translate one thought into a whole full-fledged topic. :)

Its the 31st of July!

hello yello! Its been some time, hasn't it?
Just returned home. Did mentorship selections & matching process with Angela & DC earlier from like 11am to like 4pm. (Tho I was late la. :( )

So anw, I'm back from Australia, expedited my return because I received the invitation to McK's problem solving test for the Business Analyst post and seeing as to how that's my DREAM JOB, seriously, I HAD TO COME BACK. :)

Anyway, I loved Australia, especially Sydney. Its a beautiful city, with the best cross and mix of nature and the modern man-made structures typical of most modern cities (yes, the actual beautifl landscape and seas and bays not the contrived type of nature- like the planted trees type). It felt a lot like Singapore actually, except the weather was better (at times, a bit too cold, especially the strong winds) and the air was definitely so much fresher. Oh, but one thing's that far different is that driving in Sydney's city is CRAZY. I drove btw, which is really in my perspective, quite asking for it, but hey you know me, I love to try new things and I had to try driving in the city. :) But the roads are crazy, long windy, and curvy, one wrong turn and you can say hello to an extra 15 mins of driving before the next turn. Nothing like Singapore, but hey one cannot compare like that of cos, cos Singapore's much smaller anyway. T'was definitely a great experience. I loved it! Was amazed at the cool parking system (cool because its different from Singapore tho I wonder if its the most economically viable and cost effective way of managing the carpark spaces. There, after a certain period (say 8pm, 9pm or 10pm (depending on what the carpark boards at that specific area says). u can park for free. And before you try to justify that by saying that Sydney is much larger and can afford that, that's not true cos we're talking about the city here, which definitely means there's limited space. Maybe they should take a leaf from Singapore and build a multi-storey carpark or smtg. Yep, definitely should. Haha.

Anyhow, what I would miss most? The time spent there with some special people, of cos. :) Had fun, not so much because of the places I visited (tho that does count too, of cos) but more because of the company definitely.

Anyhow was looking at the photos there and this has got to be my most favourite photo:Can you tell the white words written at the bottom left hand corner? Haha it says, "Sydney Opera House, 18 July 2010, Khairah's Photos (Reserved), muahaha. :) Nice right this shot? Love it.
Have many many other photos but too lazy la to upload all. Hope whoever you are, you're doing good too! Take care! Toodles for now!

wow, three days more and then,

HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO AUSTRALIA! :))

is so pissed and whiny right now, I'm irritating myself. bleargh. :(

Don't want 7th july to come now. haiz, just realised its only 2 weeks away!

damn confused. God please show me a sign?

very tired. can't wait for the 7th of july.

ramblings of an adult (I'm adult?! :( ) drama queen

Love my new blog template- the whole stained paint, batik dyed effect thing is cool. :) So how have things been?

I'm currently back at McK for a month or so, to earn extra moolah for my trip to Australia. OK la, good to be earning and its AWESOME too that they actually cover lunch, tea time and all. =) I should really save up as much as I can and then splurgeeee n enjoy when I'm in AUstralia. I love working at the Centennial building, its really convenient! Buses 133 and 857 take about 20 mins to reach there. And best part is the variety of food available, the amazing shops (think SUNTEC CITY, 'nuff said) and yeah lotsaaaa cool stuff! If I ever get to choose an ideal office area, it'd be Suntec City. I think Raffles Place is way too crowded and everything's somehow strangely far apart and it's severely lacking in (halal) food variety.

Anyway right now, I'm feeling really down. Made a decision and then had to retract it, I hate it when that happens. I can be so ultra-fickle sometimes and it sucks. I think I gotta learn how to stick to decisions. But on hindsight I think its good that I don't mind admitting to my mistakes and I do realise that its good to take time to think through things. I had to make a decision about smtg major earlier. (Pretty pissed with someone, whose name I shall not name), but this one mistake is really bad, can tarnish the reputation of this organization (not McK la of cos). Some other organization. Which is why I shall remain mum. And I gotta have a talk to her about it. How she should be more careful next time. Well, whats done is done. Think future, think better happier thoughts, think change.

Right now, I think for starters, gotta settle this issue I'm talking about (I know this vague-ness must be getting to you by now). Resolve the issue and move on. Check on everything else, make decisions move on to bigger things. I can do this.

Note to self: When you read this in the future, remember, that this wasn't a good moment but more importantly, remember that this moment was one of those development moments. (its amazing if you think about it, all these LITTLE episodes are doing SO MUCH for character-building.

So, today's the 16th. Gotta settle a bunch of things so as usual let me list them down:
1) Reply to DC's mentorship thoughts
2) ywlc agenda items for meeting tmr & what needs to be achieved in tmr's meeting
3) Application for jobs
4) Find a replacement to fill in for my tuition lessons (when I'm in Australia) - any takers??

ok thats all! (I feel like getting bronzey eye shadow). byeeee.

Malay is the national language of Singapore. Did you know that? Its kinda easy to forget huh?

May Allah bless all of us with the wisdom to discern good from wrong, the patience to withstand His challenges, trials and tribulations, the compassion to love and forgive one another despite our flaws and shortcomings and for the heart to keep heading in His blessed way of life. Be with me Ya Allah, please keep guiding me, Amin. Alhamdulillah.

Sweet things come in bite-sized portions

Woke up to PushSMS from NUS 2 days ago, squeezing my 6 mods worth of grades in one tiny sms, (I swear such sms-es are lethal, every passing alphabet is accountable for the highly volatile fluctuations in my heartbeat.) But t'was all good news!! Praise be to God! =))