I have been working at my "old " job on a new contract for a week . It does feel a bit odd though . I felt like I am a newbie on the job in many ways. It is a job that I have been most adept at . Yet , the feeling of the newness did not escape me. All my colleagues are the same; they treat me the same way. The place is the same. I know it is me. But, it does require getting used to the feeling that you are on a time limit.
Many of my classmates are not working anymore at this age. Fifty six , to me is still a very young age to stay at home & not contribute to society. I guess they have other ways to do so , & to their own satisfaction. Doing charity work , learning a new skill , having fellowships with friends , starting a hobby are some of the activities I have in mind. These are some of the things I am already doing. May be, add church work which I have put off for some time.
My job gives me a lot of satisfaction. I am happy to contribute to their recuperation & see the smiles on their faces. When work is over , I go home carefree. No homework to burden my free time.
Going on holidays & seeing places are also my favourite pastimes. Will be going to Chiangmai soon with hubby & friends. Looking forward to it.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Sunday, July 13, 2008
A much needed rest
Today I am officially retired. After 36 years in service, I can call it a day . I have been on leave for the past 10 days. There was no urge to go anywhere. ( I even turned down a friend's invitation for dinner a few days ago.) Only a desire to laze around the house & feel the ultimate luxury of time on my hands. Lazy to wash the car , lazy to go into the garden & pull the weeds, lazy to clear the store room. Just want to laze, laze & laze. I never had this feeling before. There was always something to attend to in the past.
But today , I feel rejuvenated. I can take any bull by the horns. I have started to do all that needs to be done . And knowing me, all will be done in day. Feels good to be on leave like this. All my previous leaves have been spent travelling to places I had always wanted to visit. It was hectic . I felt tired after those leaves.
Celebrated my birthday yesterday at a Thai restaurant quietly with the children. Kin was on call & was unable to rush back from Penang. Better not , with the fuel hike & the unsafeness of the buses. I was given a very thoughtful gift. Yes , the children have been well brought up , like Weng said. All these blessings from the Almighty. " Give thanks with a grateful heart "
Have received a few calls from friends sending good wishes.
But today , I feel rejuvenated. I can take any bull by the horns. I have started to do all that needs to be done . And knowing me, all will be done in day. Feels good to be on leave like this. All my previous leaves have been spent travelling to places I had always wanted to visit. It was hectic . I felt tired after those leaves.
Celebrated my birthday yesterday at a Thai restaurant quietly with the children. Kin was on call & was unable to rush back from Penang. Better not , with the fuel hike & the unsafeness of the buses. I was given a very thoughtful gift. Yes , the children have been well brought up , like Weng said. All these blessings from the Almighty. " Give thanks with a grateful heart "
Have received a few calls from friends sending good wishes.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Low morale
It has been some time. There was so much uncertainty in the news. Anwar, Alantuya, PI Bala, SDs, threats, murders. What is the coumtry going into ? Not digressing into some lawless nation, I pray.
I thought the country was righting itself in many departments after March 8 2008. The present state of affairs is very unsettling, not only to investors but also individuals. Credibilty in the law enforcers seems to be a foreign word.
What is happening in the country as a whole seems to be affecting the GLCs as well. Incredulous siphonage of coffers drain a once prosperous establishment to zero. Benefits have been removed on a gradual but sure basis. Morale in the establishment has never been so low.
We can only pray this low national morale will not lead to extreme frustration. Riots and disillusionment will cause the individual & nation to fall apart. We have to watch our newly elected leaders to see what direction we are going.
I thought the country was righting itself in many departments after March 8 2008. The present state of affairs is very unsettling, not only to investors but also individuals. Credibilty in the law enforcers seems to be a foreign word.
What is happening in the country as a whole seems to be affecting the GLCs as well. Incredulous siphonage of coffers drain a once prosperous establishment to zero. Benefits have been removed on a gradual but sure basis. Morale in the establishment has never been so low.
We can only pray this low national morale will not lead to extreme frustration. Riots and disillusionment will cause the individual & nation to fall apart. We have to watch our newly elected leaders to see what direction we are going.
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Retirement
We have reached a stage in life when we experienced all that were told to us . The importance of people over material goods reigns above all. We appreciate our loved ones & our friends much more now than ever. Perhaps, we have enough to sustain our basic needs . We can afford to go up the heirachy of needs.
We can afford to think of the less fortunate & offer more in kind & deed. This is a time many of us retire. Some of us dread the impending loneliness when we may have nothing to do . Self -improvement classes add to "things - to - do "list . But , nothing will beat charity work to those who need it most. We were once in those straits. How much a "small" deed meant to us then !
After the celebrations of retirement farewells, it is time to face the reality of odds. What does life mean to me now ? What can I do to help those in need ? Then get into the act. Life will be more meaningful & happier.
We can afford to think of the less fortunate & offer more in kind & deed. This is a time many of us retire. Some of us dread the impending loneliness when we may have nothing to do . Self -improvement classes add to "things - to - do "list . But , nothing will beat charity work to those who need it most. We were once in those straits. How much a "small" deed meant to us then !
After the celebrations of retirement farewells, it is time to face the reality of odds. What does life mean to me now ? What can I do to help those in need ? Then get into the act. Life will be more meaningful & happier.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
apprehension & euphoria
Today is may 7 2008.
So many happenings have come & gone. But the apprehension & euphoria still linger.
Apprehension that there are still ongoing sabotages at implementation level in the 5 states. This action is putting the previous governments in these states in very bad light. In the end the rakyat is being punished. What then is accountability & transparency ? It merely goes to show the selfish greed of the ex- ruling party. Disgusting . Arrgh..
Euphoria is still in the air. Our grand class reunion has come & gone. My , my ! What a GRAND reunion ! Ladies came from all corners of the world & all walks of life. Gay abandon was shown in the way friendship reconnected or established. Time is the only obstacle. To overcome this, there followed many mini reunions both in Penang & KL. Cameras were clicking everywhere . Pictures, evidence of the good times were shared to extend the feeling of euphoria. The pics are still coming in to the shared site. One thing is sure - the girls sure look young !
So many happenings have come & gone. But the apprehension & euphoria still linger.
Apprehension that there are still ongoing sabotages at implementation level in the 5 states. This action is putting the previous governments in these states in very bad light. In the end the rakyat is being punished. What then is accountability & transparency ? It merely goes to show the selfish greed of the ex- ruling party. Disgusting . Arrgh..
Euphoria is still in the air. Our grand class reunion has come & gone. My , my ! What a GRAND reunion ! Ladies came from all corners of the world & all walks of life. Gay abandon was shown in the way friendship reconnected or established. Time is the only obstacle. To overcome this, there followed many mini reunions both in Penang & KL. Cameras were clicking everywhere . Pictures, evidence of the good times were shared to extend the feeling of euphoria. The pics are still coming in to the shared site. One thing is sure - the girls sure look young !
Friday, March 28, 2008
Finetuned play
The Star published an article about the Japanese celebrating the arrival of spring yesterday. We , in Malaysia are feeling the effects of a political tsunami since March 8.
There is apprehension in the air as more drama unfolds. Five states in Peninsula Malaysia have a change of leadership. A change in helm at federal level appears to be in the offing. Who will it be ? A prince or an ex- prisoner ? We are waiting in apprehension .
This decision will chart the future of Malaysia & her diverse peoples in particular. The answer may be here sooner than you can imagine. April is almost here.
Political games will be finetuned to beat the odds. We are watching closely.
There is apprehension in the air as more drama unfolds. Five states in Peninsula Malaysia have a change of leadership. A change in helm at federal level appears to be in the offing. Who will it be ? A prince or an ex- prisoner ? We are waiting in apprehension .
This decision will chart the future of Malaysia & her diverse peoples in particular. The answer may be here sooner than you can imagine. April is almost here.
Political games will be finetuned to beat the odds. We are watching closely.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
class reunion
This is my first post of the year. 2008 . Whew !
My classmates in Penang are planning a grand reunion . It will be the first reunion of the graduating girls from year 1969. Many from overseas have confirmed attendance. I cannot imagine that many of our girls are really scattered all over the globe. Sri Lanka , St Maarten, USA, UK, Australia...
The date however, is not very conducive for those who have made plans to return to Penang for Chinese New Year or for Ching Ming. So far , the numbers are good but still not good enough. Fifty or so confirmed is not reflective of the 5 classes of 40 odd in a class. I believe 100 is a more encouraging number.
Perhaps January is still too early for the mood to catch on. Let us wait and see....
My classmates in Penang are planning a grand reunion . It will be the first reunion of the graduating girls from year 1969. Many from overseas have confirmed attendance. I cannot imagine that many of our girls are really scattered all over the globe. Sri Lanka , St Maarten, USA, UK, Australia...
The date however, is not very conducive for those who have made plans to return to Penang for Chinese New Year or for Ching Ming. So far , the numbers are good but still not good enough. Fifty or so confirmed is not reflective of the 5 classes of 40 odd in a class. I believe 100 is a more encouraging number.
Perhaps January is still too early for the mood to catch on. Let us wait and see....
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