Showing posts with label thanksheaven. Show all posts
Showing posts with label thanksheaven. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Blog - December Overview

Hi Blog,

It's the end of 2024... Reflecting my 2024, there were so many things happened in my life. Firstly, the constant chatting with ChatGPT next was travelling... And lastly... Volunteering.

I do volunteer work (for religious groups) daily, and it is my second life, which I have not shared much about on my blog. But this cosplay volunteering seemed to happen regularly, which took away my hiking opportunity...
I suppose I'll need to find a way to balance myself on it. Usually, I don't take on tasks lightly until they can't find anyone else and haven't already fallen short of their responsibilities. Oh well, I hope I did a good job while volunteering.



Monday, November 11, 2024

Personal - New Tent on the Island

Yoh Blog!

I can not take it any longer. If you look at my blog (Lazarus search), my last Lazarus trip was a few months ago. I really missed Lazarus Island and relaxed by doing nothing.

I was supposed to go to Lazarus with RD last Tuesday, but RD had a family matter that required his attention, and my school project had not been completed. So I could not go to the island while thinking about work, so I cancelled and went on leave today.
Today was 11.11 Singles Day, I believe... Only this unwanted shxt has to do things on its own... Watching and realising how many of my friends got engaged today... I suppose that added to my reason for wanting to visit the island and test something, as evidenced by the title of this post. Thank you, Heaven, for such beautiful weather rather than dampening.


Saturday, November 2, 2024

Hiking - Island Club Road Path

Good Morning Blog,

ZN arrived yesterday and stayed overnight at my house to finish the game he had left unfinished and go on a hike.


I was thinking about today's whole-day event. I have to lead an activity for the elderly in the afternoon, assist with a class in the evening, and play badminton with my brother at night. What a long day.
So today's walk will be brief because, on one of my recent hikes in MacRitchie, I discovered a new route to Upper Peirce Reservoir and decided to try it.


Saturday, August 31, 2024

Blog - August Overview

Hi Blog,

After July, I had a clear aim for my life, but there were some unresolved backlogs, specifically relating to friendship. I will share in general, when meeting new people, we often encounter individuals who initially appear genuine and sincere. There’s a certain hope that this new connection could lead to something meaningful for one another, even though my past experiences have taught me to be cautious and I am also trying to understand that not everyone will have content to discuss besides personal objectives. Personally, opening up to someone new is always a gamble, but it's a risk we take in the hopes of forming a true bond.

Sometimes, however, the intentions of others can be a mix of friendship and something more. Even when I try to set boundaries and communicate my discomfort, the lines can get blurred. My hope to preserve a friendship often leads me to make concessions, even when, I know it might not end well.
After an encounter that involved crossing the line, the nature of the relationship changed, just as I had expected. The closeness we once felt began to fade, replaced by distance and fewer conversations. I feel regretful and blame myself for allowing things to reach this point, especially when I sensed and mentioned the potential for disappointment from the start, only to be dismissed by the other party. I feel like a fool because they could just exit easily since they already got what they wanted and affirmed that I am still that stupid person from the beginning.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Blog - June Overview

Hi Blog,

As we reach mid-2024, it's a good time to reflect on personal growth and positive changes.

Upon introspection, I have observed a recurring pattern in my approach to friendships.
Hmm... 🤔 I've observed a recurring pattern: I tend to feel upset or disappointed with my friends. Rather than typing and contemplating, I will consult ChatGPT (boring content of my past experience) and then make revisions for myself.


Thursday, May 30, 2024

Blog - May Overview

Hi Blog,

It is May, and my nerdy approach will be 'May the Force be with you,' to my exclusive readers.

The force of a black hole 🕳 just keeps me going and takes away my negativity.
In my May posts, I'll remind myself and focus on maintaining a positive vibe to celebrate my small achievements.

Saturday, March 23, 2024

Trip - Taiwan D4 - 2nd Time to Sun Moon Lake

Hi Blog,

After visiting Qingjing Farm and not being able to go elsewhere on the mountain... Yup... I feel that we didn't cover or fully utilize the route up there... So I needed to manage myself and learn to be content.

I have to strike a balance between my selfish needs and thoughts, and the group's expectations and limitations; all while avoiding any negative impact on the overall atmosphere. I hope I didn't spoil SJ and QH's emotions.
Okay! Next stop - Sun Moon Lake 日月潭! Based on our original itinerary, we brought forward the next day's planned location to today, to free up a slot for more places of interest.


Friday, February 23, 2024

Trip - Finding Haw Par Beach Villa

Good Morning Blog,

Today's trip was an exciting one which I had been looking forward to. I read and saw picture posts by hikers of this place - Haw Paw Beach Mansion. (you can read more of it in Remember Singapore) I had been to Coney Island a few times, but I don't remember spotting any building structures, which means they are hidden from sight.

Today's weather seemed promising. Why did I say that? Because from the past photos of the hikers, they will have muddy shoes for sure. I hope that if we really find it, the dry weather will reduce the chance. I hate mud.
But first, whether I can find it or not... That's one of the most important factors. Let's go!


Sunday, September 10, 2023

Personal - SG Comic Con Prelude 2023 Cosplaying

Yes, Blog,

Today was the day when I could cosplay again. Yes, as Captain Asian or Nerd again which people don't want. D invited me to take this opportunity to take part in such collaboration with Comic Con and Pause for a Care association, to promote the Comic Con event and awareness of PFAC.

I didn't snap photos myself for today's event because I was not sure whether I would get all the photos snapped during the event but I was glad that Mr R snapped it all.
So what would we be doing during this event? Just for photos? 📸 Mainly yes, but they had one event for people to join - a superhero hunt in the mall.

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Hiking - Tampines Quarry

Hi Blog,

Tomorrow was Voting Day so our school was tasked to become a counting center so we were asked to leave the premises slightly later (half day you may ask). But... On the night day, I had a class to attend... So much time for pocket time.

What shall I do with this time?
As titled, I decided to go for a short exploration at Tampines Quarry. I had visited there for like the third time - The First and Second were in 2017, and the third was in 2018. Today will be my fourth time. I would like to see the changes.

Saturday, July 8, 2023

Personal - SATA Volunteer as Cap

Good Morning Blog,

Yes, I tried to overcome myself and must fully utilize my costume. I went for voluntary work again, this time towards a big public.

To be an avenger!
How I wished I can see the people's expression when I interacted with them because I can't see them at all. Kind of disappointed though... I hope they don't judge me.

Monday, June 12, 2023

Trip - Japan D12 - Returning to SG

Good Morning Blog,

Today was my last day in Japan. I missed this magical place...

Looking at my luggage and my stash -  a paper bag of souvenirs from Japan, a new bag from Donki, Manga from Taiwan and a set of clothing from Taiwan.
Feeling unbalanced and hoping that I can smooch my own emotions. I just felt gloomy like the weather.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Trip - Japan D6 - Osaka

Good morning Blog,

Yawning... Supposed to have a sixth day in Taiwan but that sixth day became our morning rush to the airport to our next destination - Japan. The country which I had been hoping to go to for five, six years ago!

Around 3am... We took a minivan to send us to the airport.
Honestly... Taiwan is so interesting, I hope to visit again.

Friday, June 2, 2023

Trip - Taiwan D2 - Qingtiangang Grassland 擎天崗

Hi Blog,

What a long tiring first day in Taiwan... and on the second day, everyone seemed to take their time to catch up some rest especially it will be some exploration to do today.

We had our breakfast near our Airbnb even though I wanted to skip it but it will ruin for everyone... Ate until having a bloated tummy...
Well, travelling in a group is always about compromise. It is a second day then I should follow through first. Anyway, where are we going today? We will be heading down to Yangming Shan 陽明山國家公園. Honestly, it is a big unknown to me... Hope it is safe and easy.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Trip - Taiwan D1 - Confucius Temple 孔子廟

Hi Blog,

To continue our first visit after we landed in Taiwan (post link) - to visit Confucius Temple. I had to thank Heaven for this particular arrangement because ZQ and I always wanted to explore it, but we were uncertain about finding the time in our busy itinerary. Additionally, we understood that not everyone shared the same enthusiasm for this visit.

Because the operation time for any shopping store is 11am and we had plenty of time after breakfast, so they decided to visit the temple.
Why do I feel grateful for this opportunity? Because there are many possibilities like the team might want to split up or visit somewhere else. But I felt touched when they felt it was right to pay Confucius a visit.

Trip - Taiwan D1 - Traveling to Taiwan

Hi Blog,

Finally! I got a chance to travel oversea! Yippee! As I mentioned to most of my friends, I wanted to travel to Japan in 2023, and it was happening!

Exchanged to different currencies and bleeding on my wallet... 🥲 Hope it was enough.
Previously in 2020, my friends and I were supposed to go to Taiwan but it was cancelled due to Covid 19. This time we would travel in big groups because XY returned to Brazil for good and WC wanted to travel too; departed from Australia. So for this trip, we had a total of nine people travelling for two weeks to Taiwan and Japan! (nine to Taiwan and six to Japan)