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So it all boils down to this.10+ years of planning, false starts, heartaches, sacrifices and tears, and it all leads to today.A day that is both the happiest and the saddest day of my life.All my bags are packed and I'm ready to go.I just wish I can pack the significant other along as well.***There will be tears, just a matter of when, and how much.***If anything were to …
Two more days to go, and my emotions lurch from massive excitement to massive fear.The reality of the move has finally sunk in, the bags are almost packed, the goodbyes are almost done.All soon-to-be migrants go through this period of emotional upheaval, almost always wondering if the decision to leave is the right one.I am no different.But I will learn to enjoy the journey …
Ten more days before I take the leap. Serving out my notice period with the company, so work still occupies much of my time. Throw farewell gatherings into the mix and I don’t really have …
The departure date is near, but I’ve not really packed. Been clearing the room, and it’s amazing how little I have at the end of it all. In the last three decades or so, the only things I …
Isn't it extremely ironical when the local populace has been exhorted over the years to speak good English, but masses of foreign talents who can't speak it at all are being imported by the powers that be?I was at a cafe the other day and walked to the counter to ask for the bill. The PRC lady didn't understand what I wanted and beckoned her colleague over to help her out. …
As I was walking along the hospital corridor, two Caucasian female students walking towards me – barely 12 years old and still in their school uniforms – called out ‘Hello’. I didn’t real …
Years after I visited this beautiful city during my studies, I’m now back on a business trip. In a way I’ve come full circle… It’s was pretty hot and oven-like yesterday, so I can imagine …
Considering how my chosen profession is perceived to be ‘low-class’ in this country, I found it pretty ironical that my application for a work visa in the other country has been diverted i …
I dare say I’ve been quite blessed in that none of my relatives have questioned my decision to move during our recent gatherings. I’ve heard+read horror stories of how potential migrants …
The other night, my parents and I took the subway home after visiting our relatives.The carriage we were in was packed like sardines in a can, with half the people from Bangladesh and the other half from China.We couldn't help wondering if we had somehow landed in Bangladesh or one of the provinces in China.Halfway through our journey, a kind-hearted man gave up his seat for …
My hands shook as I tore open the envelope. Tears welled up in my eyes when I read the first paragraph.Throughout the last 10 years, I've had to see people close to me accept offers from overseas, wondering when it will be my turn. Heck, even the ex got it before me.I was always the bridesmaid, never the bride.But the wait is no more. On 16th Jan 2009, the tide turned for …
Well-trained pilots are bad ass. Methinks if you bring down a jet, under emergency circumstances like that, and everyone walks (or swims) away, you should get a card which gets you free beer and blow jobs for life.Respect, Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger III!
Dad: Can you please don't go?Me: ...I wish I could say "OK, Pa!", but I will then hate myself for the rest of my life...
Hey guys! If you're wondering what to get your other half for Valentine's Day, why not give them a pair of nipple warmers? Yes, you read that right. Nipple warmers it be: Made of two rings of soft possum fur, nipple warmers are apparently useful in cold countries (or chilly air-conditioned offices). Women can use them to line their bra, or wear them to bed directly …
The significant other and I were wondering why a mother would not want custody of her son when his father had passed away.She: Logically, if I were the mother I would want my son back. He's my flesh and blood after all.Me: But women are illogical!She: ...The look on her face was priceless.
From John Rohn, a motivational speaker/philosopher/entrepreneur:I find it fascinating that most people plan their vacations with better care than they plan their lives. Perhaps that is because escape is easier than change.And how true is that?***For a vacation, people usually plan it out weeks in advance. They know that they'll be doing this and that on the first day, and …
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