oh, it's 09!

another new year. wow. i saw on tv that the year of the ox will be good for those born in the year of the monkey (that's me) so woohoo to that. i don't know what to expect this year but as usual, i remain optimistic. and thankful. first of all, for typing this blog with all ten fingers still intact. for all the leftover food that need to be munched on. for waking up each day knowing i'm still alive. for the barrage of text messages from friends knowing you're remembered. for work-related e-mails knowing that i still have a job. for the simple comforts in life that i tend to underestimate. 2008 has brought me so much memories that a whole year isn't enough to cramp them all in. i consider 2009 as a part 2 of my 2008 but with an additional challenge to upgrade myself. to be more patient, understanding and optimistic to whatever this year will bring for me. i will try to make my life more substantial looking from an outside-in perspective rather than inside-out. i will try to contribute as much as i can in order to be productive. and i will try harder this time.

may everyone's 2009 be filled with great memories and even greater lessons to learn. cheers!