Happy Chinese New Year Blog,
February is a short month, and I am glad I could finish the late posts from January and December. Most people will have no idea what I feel or why I feel compelled to complete it.
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| Because there is a time stamp, it is similar to doing a project or work from. When you receive and complete it, the more backlog you have, the more difficult it is to complete, especially if it stacks. Scary... |
Anyway, I finished my late posts about my Vietnam trip. It is time to focus on my February post. (Honestly, time flies)...
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| 1st Feb 2025 - M wanted to meet up for a quick lunch before she flew again; thank you for accommodating my schedule, especially since the meal is not cheap. I hope your Vietnam and Russia business is resolved soon. |
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| 1st Feb 2025 - Because it was still Chinese New Year, many badminton players did not attend today, leaving only my elder brother, a friend, and myself. The entire badminton court belonged to us! |
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| 3rd Feb 2025 - Today, I returned a large box from my workplace to help with an event; what was inside? Yes, it was the God of Fortune or Cai Shen costume. Thank goodness, my school leader agreed to let me loan out the costume to be used in old folks' home volunteer work and events the same week, but due to miscommunication and confusion on my end, I will not be using it for the old folks home, so I will use it for other events, and the feeling of making others smile was such a good reward, even though it was hot wearing the costume. |
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| 5th Feb 2025 - Speaking of hot, wearing a trisuit for any activity is so cool, especially when air flows through it while I am jogging. Nice sensation. Should I bring my drone out while jogging? 🤔 Perhaps I shouldn't; drones are best suited for hiking. |
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| 6th Feb 2025 - Or, better yet, just wear a trunk? Haha 😂 Well, that attire is only for the Roman gods, and I am a nerd geek, so "hot" will never stick to me. Perhaps "warm" (warm guy) is the word I should embrace. Anyway, there were a lot of people swimming today... I can not take many photos today. |
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| 8th Feb 2025 - Previously, I loaned out and dressed up as Cai Shen, which pleased most people, but today I would have to dress up twice: once for class and again at my brother's house, where my relatives had arrived for a visit. I am glad I bring joy to others rather than hatred. |
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| 11th Feb 2025 - Oh my... I thought I could avoid taking a power nap these days, but I can't... I still need a 10-minute power nap to recharge; I am just an old phone, and my battery will not last all day. |
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| 12th Feb 2025 - Before my calendar became overloaded with duties and meetings, I used to go for a jog whenever I had the opportunity. It has been a while since I have worn this black trisuit; I was thinking about selling some of my trisuits, but... Seriously, no one will want to buy it... Unless I am a buff person to boost product sales. |
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| 14th Feb 2025 - Today, I ran into a friend I hadn't seen in a long time while swimming. He and his partner were hanging out nearby, and seeing them together reminded me that Valentine's Day is approaching! Happy Valentine's Day to everyone (if anyone is reading this)! While many celebrate love in couples, I'm taking this opportunity to celebrate myself. Couples may share sweets and joyful moments, but relationships and being single come with unique stories and sweetness. For me, I just want to share my thoughts on my blog. So... happy swimming to me! 🙌 |
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14th Feb 2025 - Happy Valentine's Day, M. Thank you for inviting me out for dinner right after you arrived in Singapore. I understand you have hope and faith in me, but you are also aware that things cannot be forced. I had thought about the future and my level of commitment, as well as being true to myself; I should not rush into a relationship simply because I care. I do not wish for history to repeat itself. If I followed other people's advice or was concerned with breaking the curse of singlehood, I would not be truly like you and would instead be selfish. Perhaps I will write a focused post on this, so I will not go into detail here because many people do not understand. But I truly want to thank you; you hold a special place in my heart.
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| 15th Feb 2025 - (Credit Elmo, M and other people) This is my first time cosplaying to watch a movie, and the best part is that I'm doing it with a group of other cosplayers. I wanted to cosplay in the past, but I felt awkward because I had to do it alone. I want to thank D, who was also going to the movies, for picking me up and helping me get ready in the parking lot before we made our way to the cinema together. I regret not wearing my helmet, as it would have helped conceal my stupid face and allowed me to focus more on the character I was portraying. However, we definitely made a statement in the cinema! |
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| 16th Feb 2025 - My otter collection is growing, and I can not help but add more of these adorable creatures! Do you think they are as charming as I am? While I was carrying it in my arm and in the lift, one of the passengers mentioned how adorable the otter plush was, and I could not agree more! It makes perfect sense why they are so beloved. |
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| 19th Feb 2025 - Today, I decided to sell my old Captain America costume at a low price, hoping that someone else could embrace it. After the sale, the buyer told me that the costume was too tight, and I felt bad. I know how disappointing it can be to buy something that doesn’t work out, and I didn’t want other people than me to feel that way. After some reflection, I decided to take back the costume and return his money. While knowing some people might see this as unnecessary, I knew I would feel worse if I had just walked away. Looking back, I have no regrets. Instead, I see this as a reminder to stay true to my values—choosing kindness even in small actions. Now, I plan to repurpose the costume for my voluntary work, embracing it myself with a new purpose. |
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| 20th Feb 2025 - I was supposed to go swimming and attend a meeting, but it was cancelled, so I can either keep swimming or go home and jog, and the beautiful weather seemed ideal for a slow jog, so jogging will be. I appreciate it, Mr. Sun. |
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| 21st Feb 2025 - Oh? What a surprise to bump into HS and his partner again by the pool. It was great to know that HS is trying to stay active and that he and his partner were there to encourage each other. Personally, I swim alone, and I understand how having someone to motivate one another can be a huge help. I will have to push myself even further. |
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| 26th Feb 2025 - Today was a busy day for me after work (as you can see below), so I did not want to waste any pocket time after my next appointment to meet up with HF. So I wanted to relax by the pool while trying to finish some of my themes, but... I was heavily judged by a swimmer; after I finished my photos, he would stare and wonder what I was doing, which embarrassed me... I know I do not have a God-like body... However, it can be embarrassing to believe I am good when I know I am not. Oh well, I just ignored it and pretended nothing happened to continue my swim; otherwise, I would have just exited the pool without swimming, but at least I handled myself well. |
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| 26th Feb 2025 - A somewhat lengthy caption: I'm not sure if you remember, but during the COVID days, I had plenty of time to use my PS4 and start playing Monster Hunter World online with strangers. I have many memories and some resentment regarding this game. It was my first experience playing alongside a group of strangers as a guild every night, where we would chat and laugh during each gaming session. Gradually, everyone else left the game, and I believed I wasn't skilled enough, which led me to hunt alone and assist some late-joined members in the guild. Eventually, I stopped playing when my busy schedule returned. Now, there’s a new version of the game, Monster Hunter Wild, on PS5, and my group wants me to return as part of the team. I tried to excuse myself from spending the money or committing the time to play, so I joked, “If the PS5 is discounted to $400, I will get it.” Interestingly, HF claimed he had a deal with the game store owner to sell it for $400. He will pay upfront, and I can reimburse him in monthly installments. I believe he just wants me to join them in playing and is willing to cover the remaining costs himself. Since I made the statement, I feel like I have no choice but to go along with it. I appreciate the gesture and thank you, HF. See you in the game. |
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26th Feb 2025 - Had our first group meeting for 2025 today, and I kinda felt like the odd one out. Guess I'm just used to it now—lower expectations for others and higher ones for myself!
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28th Feb 2025 - February may be short, but when we treasure every moment, even a brief month can feel full and meaningful. Lately, I’ve been learning to find peace within myself. While I know I haven’t done everything perfectly, I also can’t say I’ve done everything poorly. What I do may seem ordinary, but choosing to keep going and not give up is, in itself, a small accomplishment for me.
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I won't need to say much, so let's get ready for March!
Jeff
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