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16
Feb

25 Random Things

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Life and Quiz/Survey

I lost count from the tags I received. I am tagging anyone who wants to answer. So, here goes…

1. I’ve always wanted an older brother because I want someone to take care of me and baby me.

2. I do not memorize the multiplication table in English. I studied in a Chinese school until I was 10, so I memorize it in Chinese (Fukien).

3. I still keep the diaries I wrote when I was in grade school.

4. I easily fall in love. (Aww!)

5. I had my first kiss when I was 22.

6. I really cry easily. Even TV advertisements make me cry.

7. I am a visual learner/person.

8. I used to say I want to get married at age 27. Now that I’m 28, I don’t know if I want to get married at all.

9. When I’m quiet, I may be upset, in deep thought, bored, sleepy or just amused.

10. I never practiced my profession.

11. I tend to overanalyze things.

12. I have a feeling I was male in my previous life. (Yes, I believe in reincarnation.)

13. I want to learn how to cook.

14. I want to learn how to swim.

15. I love food but I want to lose weight.

16. My idea of a perfect date is good food, good wine and good conversation by the beach under the stars. =)

17. I wanted to run away from home when I was younger, but I was too much of a coward to do it.

18. I gush when I see old people holding hands (or displaying affection) in public.

19. I am a touchy person to people I’m close with.

20. I’m a hopeless romantic to the point of cheesiness. I’m a sucker for love stories, fairy tales and happy endings.

21. I would like to travel the world before I die (or even after I die).

22. I collect shoes, bags, perfumes, CD’s and books.

23. I’m scared of roller coasters but I’m not scared of heights.

24. I dream in color. I usually dream of running and being chased.

25. When I was young, I wanted to either be a doctor or a marine biologist.

16
Feb

For Friends…

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Friends

… who turn my frown into a smile
… who listen to my silly stories
… who listen to my even sillier love songs
… who accept me for all my imperfections
… who adjust to my moods
… who understand my predicaments
… who are there when I need them the most
… who remember me even when I’m away
… who give thoughtful gestures
… who take care of me
… who know how to say the right things at the right time
… who fight for friendship and what it represents
… who work hard and play harder
… who are brutally honest
… who value my opinion
… who won’t allow distance or time drift us apart
… who teach me how to love
… who are there when I fall
… who are still there when I get up
… who make life easier
… who make the world a better place
THANK YOU!!!

06
Feb

Universe

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Friends, Life and Love

And, when you want something,
all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.
~ Paulo Coelho, “The Alchemist” 

I am blaming the Universe for the pretty weird things that happened to me today. It was a choice between the past and the present (or possible future?). I made a choice and I have no regrets. (Note to self: Read private blog.)

I didn’t intend to be in this position. I didn’t force myself to feel this way. Sometimes, life has a cruel way of letting me learn my lessons. I have to quit over-analyzing. I have to stop worrying. I just have to continue being my fabulous self (Hahaha!) and concentrate on work.

I am partly letting go– not of him, but of myself. It’s like being bonded in chains. It’s suffocating. Everyday is a puzzle. He’s the reason but I am to blame. So, I’ll just give him what he wants. If it’s time, he can have it. I am not planning to hang on more than I intend to or want to. I’ll let him enjoy what he needs to enjoy. That’s what he wants. Me? I have to move on… but I will continue to think about him, care for him and possibly even love him… more than he’ll ever know.

03
Feb

Waiting

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Friends, Life and Love

“Patience is a virtue” or “Time is gold”?

A few days from now, a good friend of mine is leaving for London. A few months from now, another good friend is coming back from the States. People come and go. People pass me by. I have always been here– waiting for things to occur, waiting for life to happen, waiting for time to pass and waiting for my chance to come. I know I should do something, but I always play safe. Do I remain here in my place and let opportunities pass me by?

I have grabbed the chances I can get, but there are certain chances that require great risks. My so-called career is going smoothly. I don’t regret any big decisions I have made. Recently though, I realized that when it comes to romance and matters of the heart, I am scared. I don’t want to end up broken-hearted again. Am I already jaded? Or am I just playing safe?

The thoughts have been killing me. The mystery is eating me day after day. I hate this feeling of not knowing. Should I ask and risk everything or should I wait for the universe to conspire in achieving my heart’s desire? Hahaha! Or maybe, I should just stay the same– crazy ol’ me. Always waiting. Always here.

21
Jan

Starting Anew

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Friends, Life and Work and Career

Sometimes, things or people aren’t what they seem.

Sometimes, when a door closes, another window opens.

Sometimes, when a chapter ends, another one begins.

Somehow, I can’t help but feel disappointed. I have to blame myself for expecting too much. Life isn’t perfect. People don’t always stay. In as much as I would want to and I would gladly exert all my effort, some things just don’t last. It’s sad.

Good thing, there’s always a diversion. When people come and fade away in life, new faces will appear and offer a smile. New personalities will emerge. Sometimes, they remind you of the old ones who fade away. Sometimes, they’re a welcome change. They won’t replace the old ones. They never will, but it is refreshing. It reminds me of the changes in season. Right now, I am having a cold winter, but I know there will be spring soon.

My horoscope today states:
CANCER
Your more self-nurturing instincts are coming to the forefront today, and while it might send you down an anti-social path for a while, in the end it’s a very good thing to start listening to your own needs right now. Start forgiving yourself for what you may have done, and think about where you want to take things from here — instead of wondering why things don’t always end up being the way you wanted them to be. It’s a time of reflection, but it’s also a time of healing.

Anti-social path, here I come? Nah. Hahaha! Healing it is. =)

14
Jan

All Clear!

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Uncategorized

I processed my clearance at work today. I felt nostalgic knowing that after more than 3 years, I will not be stepping foot in that office building to work anymore. It was good though because I also felt relieved. I know I won’t be dragging myself to work again. I will be bringing good memories from that place. I am also going to miss the people, no doubt about it. I am grateful that I have known them.

Moving on, I will start with my orientation/induction tomorrow with the new company. I feel excited and anxious at the same time. I will be meeting new people and they will meet me as well. I would have to give it my best shot there. I promise myself that. I am looking forward to it.

The lunar new year is almost here. I have heard that the year of the ox is a good year for those born under the year of the monkey. I feel the same way. For instance, this career move is a risk I am taking and the year just began. I have the whole year to make happy moments. I know I will do well there.

Matters of the heart? Now, that’s a different “matter”. I have already told my friends that I have the feeling love will find me this year. I just don’t know when yet. Maybe soon. I don’t even know if I have known him already or will still meet him in the coming days. I miss the feeling of falling in love again. I miss cuddling and kissing and hugging. I miss romance and sweetness. Don’t get me wrong, I am not complaining about being single. Subtle flirting with whomever I want has its advantages. Hahaha! I just miss having someone to call “mine”. =)

I have time to kill today that’s why I’m blogging again. I am about to open a whole new chapter in my life. Wish me luck!

07
Jan

Four More

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Life, Wishes, Hopes and Dreams and Work and Career

(This was supposed to be posted yesterday.)

After more than three years, I am finally resigning from the company I am currently working in. This is the longest job I’ve had so far. I have met and known a lot of people along the way. I have, hopefully, made life-long friendships as well. Now, I have four more days before my so-called tenure is over. A part of me is relieved but anxious, another part is sad and lonely. There is no doubt I am going to miss the people, but I can’t wait to get away from the work.

It’s tough when there comes a point in my life where I have to choose. Making a life-changing decision is one of the most difficult things I go through, but then again, it’s a new year and I know I have a lot to look forward to along the way. It is exciting to face the unknown but scary to go out of my comfort zone. Yes, it feels like I’m being torn in two.

I have always believed that happiness is a choice and goodbyes are not forever. This is such a small world and with willingness, there is a way to still connect and communicate.

Four more days! I am going to make the best out of the remaining days. I just know that I will never forget every experience and every memory I have of the people who mean so much to me.

29
Dec

Happy Ending

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Life

I wish you a story with a happy ending and the wisdom to look for it.
~ “My Sassy Girl”

This is what I get for watching mushy love stories when I’m bored, but this makes sense. A happy ending doesn’t just come and happen. I have to do something in order to get what I want. That’s why I believe in both destiny and free-will.

This year is about to end like all chapters in the book and I have to start a new one. My story, so far, is not as exciting or interesting as I would want it to be. Nevertheless, it is full of significant events and roller-coaster emotions. I am grateful for this year. I have learned a lot from my mistakes and experiences. I have also learned to treasure the people who love and care for me. This year also introduced me to new-found friends whom I know I will always remember.

I am looking forward to next year. I just have the feeling that I can finally start on working to get the happy ending that I wanted.

Happy New Year, everyone! =)

19
Dec

Falling Into Place

By karenkristie 2 Comments
Categories: Family and Life

I am feeling optimistic today and this rarely happens, so here goes…

There will come a time in one’s life when everything seems to fall into place. I have always believed that things happen for a reason. Sometimes, the reasons aren’t clear enough. Sometimes, the reasons just make life more confusing and heartbreaking. Time can be a friend, if you want it to be.

Yesterday, I accompanied my parents to the hospital. It was my mother’s birthday and I didn’t want her to spend her special day alone while waiting for my father’s operation to finish. My diabetic father had his cataracts removed from his right eye. The operation was successful and we will be facing a few weeks of adjustment at home. My mother and I never really bonded that way I bond with my girl friends or sister. Sometimes, I prefer to be quiet when I’m with her because I can’t seem to gauge her moods and/or perceptions in some instances. But sometimes, quiet time is enough. Lately, I haven’t been a really good daughter and spent time with them because work always takes my time away. I know that’ll change soon.

I had a chat with my best bud today, after a long time of not talking since she’s halfway around the world. I was glad we talked. I was surprised about the main topic of our conversation but I was so happy to listen to her. I miss her a lot.

I had a feeling that I may be lost now but eventually, everything will fall into place. I may not be able to find a purpose right now but I am ok. I am happy, most of the time. I have people who love me, care for me and trust me. I may not have a “love life” (haha!), but I am good. Everything will be ok. I just know it. =)

02
Dec

Bite Me!

By karenkristie 0 Comments
Categories: Uncategorized

Carlisle bit me.

I wish!

Oh well, “Twilight” the movie is so-so. I didn’t really except much. There were a lot of mushy moments and I don’t think the cheesy cinematography and directing really helped at all. They could have cut down on the spinning, super close-up and supposedly romantic scenes, and added more action/adventure ones.

Surprisingly, I appreciated Kristen Stewart’s acting as Bella. She was klutzy enough. Charlie was not really what I physically imagined but Billy Burke’s acting gave justification to the character. I realized Robert Pattinson actually looked more yummy when the scene is a bit dark (during the dinner date and during prom night) and looked yucky with glaring lights on (cafeteria scenes). The smirks are nice. The makeup should have been applied evenly. Yes, that includes the neck and nape. The dazzling was ok, but I didn’t like the background sound effects when he was dazzling. It made me think of fairy tales and Tinkerbell. In all fairness, he has a better bod compared to his Cedric Diggory days but he didn’t actually made me fall in love with Edward all over again. No offense, R Pat fans! Cam Gigandet as James, on the other hand, made me love to hate him. I think he was the best actor to fit the character. I am saving the best for last. I have loved Dr. Carlisle Cullen in the book. Watching Peter Facinelli on screen made me love him more! I think I wanna watch the movie again because of him. *love*love*

I am counting the days. After more than 4 years, I am finally going to move on to (hopefully) somewhere better. I am crossing my fingers that everything will work out for me. I am going to miss a lot of moments and a lot of people. I am just doing this for myself this time. I guess there are going to be lessons learned, such as never taking someone important for granted. *sigh*

Here’s to getting bitten… and moving on! =)

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