In 2018, I went on to so many places. I explored, stepped out of my comfort zone and picked up life changing lessons. Looking through my IG stories, I couldn’t believe that I have met such beautiful souls. I accepted new challenges and was very thrilled to take on new roles.
My friends celebrated my victories and comforted me in my most broken state. There were disappoints but thanks to them, I knew who stayed. A lot of empty spaces were filled with generous ones whom I shared special connections with.
I survived a battlefield which, at first, I thought I couldn’t make it out alive (hello Ma’am D). If there’s a formula on how to love oneself, I’m glad to say that I was able to solve it.
Thailand was the place I would definitely go back to. Riding an elephant for good 10 minutes was never worth it. Another reminder to not compromise quick happiness over long-term fulfillments.
My body was able to handle scrutiny and I’m very delighted I’ve heard pieces of it. Shabu-shabu and Tagaytay served as my-go-to-places when I’m down and when I needed an immediate pause from the noises inside my head.
ALC was the start of me appreciating other people’s wit and thoughtfulness. The conceptualisation phase of AdJMA was both hard and fun. This year, I learned to be more grateful.
KT was definitely my “One call away” friend. From late night drives to “hey, bihis ka. korean bbq tayo.”
2018 tested my calmness and patience especially when I was involved in 3 minor car accidents.
My team and I visited campuses and I think it can be considered as one of my year’s highlights. Why not, right Ryle? Oh yeah, I was very happy when my friends turned into family surprised me on my two decades on earth.
Malaysia, you let me feel what it’s like to be free.
While writing this and scrolling through my stories, there’s one word to define how my friends treated me: spoiled. KT, thank you for joining me when I’m literally craving for Topside everyday. Kylah, you were the best buddy to tag along with when I needed an update on what’s going on in the world, when I’m too oblivious to everything around me. Auds, I am forever grateful for introducing me to GC Wintermelon. Bryan, you still suck for putting leaves in the back pocket of my bag. Eufro, I am not the thief, okay? Jeff, Beca, and Pau, thank you for the kind words. MM 401, I love you for that one night when no one was too drunk yet everyone was so into moving their body and feeling every beat of music.
K-drama, western tv shows, and movies saved me.
For lack of better term, this year was a one big eureka moment. My family never fails to show their support and their love to me. I am always indebted to my mom for giving me the world. I love you!
On to 2019, peaches!
