Showing posts with label five things. Show all posts
Showing posts with label five things. Show all posts
My February was packed.
As soon as I finished my internship, I jumped into filming almost every day. 7AM Starts for a 10AM Shoot that lasts till the evening sometimes. I'm dolled up daily but rarely do I have photos to prove it. Just hours of footage not released till April.
I'm getting ahead of myself though.
Here's how February went.
1. STARTED FILMING AS A PRESENTER
Since the first week of February, I've been shooting almost every day for RTB's upcoming show. This is my first job as a host and it's so exciting. I meet cool people and chat about their lives. Have I been nervous on camera? Not really, and I thank everyone in the crew for that.
2. P.S I STILL LOVE YOU
John Ambrose deserves better. There, I said it.
My sister and I watched the 'To All The Boys I've Loved Before' sequel, and here's the thing. It's a typical Teen Romance for this generation. I both like it and don't. A Schrodinger's film. I'll probably never watch it again but I'll definitely watch the next one coming one.
Also, #TeamJohnAmbrose
3. I'M IN A NISSAN COMMERCIAL?!
Yes, yes I am.
It's been a while since I've done commercial work, probably very rusty. But when I got the offer to do the shoot, I jumped in excitement. I also jumped cause I don't drive. My first time driving ever is now in cinemas. Oh well...
You can see the Nissan Commercial here!
Yes, yes I am.
It's been a while since I've done commercial work, probably very rusty. But when I got the offer to do the shoot, I jumped in excitement. I also jumped cause I don't drive. My first time driving ever is now in cinemas. Oh well...
You can see the Nissan Commercial here!
4. READING ON MY KINDLE
I was once anti-ebooks but now, I've grown to really enjoy them. Since picking up my Kindle again, I've 3 e-books including Harleen (2019), a graphic novel - which I highly recommend for Harley Quinn fans. For this upcoming long-haul flight, I'm definitely going to bring it as company.
I was once anti-ebooks but now, I've grown to really enjoy them. Since picking up my Kindle again, I've 3 e-books including Harleen (2019), a graphic novel - which I highly recommend for Harley Quinn fans. For this upcoming long-haul flight, I'm definitely going to bring it as company.
5. CONSTELLATIONS: ELEMENTS OF THE NIGHT
Bruneians Read hosted a book club and of course, I went.
Its theme was all about the Starry Night, filled with chats about books, ice-breakers, and my sticky Honey Garlic stained fingers. For the first time in a long time, it felt like I could talk about books with people who liked books too, our opinions clashing only occasionally.
Bruneians Read hosted a book club and of course, I went.
Its theme was all about the Starry Night, filled with chats about books, ice-breakers, and my sticky Honey Garlic stained fingers. For the first time in a long time, it felt like I could talk about books with people who liked books too, our opinions clashing only occasionally.
I haven't done this in years.
Let's try again.
These are the 5 Things that struck me in January.
1. Visited Sri Lanka for the First Time
It was planned and not planned.
It feels like my first holiday in a loooong time. Rather than sticking to a strict plan for work and cameras in my face, I spent it walking along with new places while I caught up with old friends on rooftop bars. We watched the sunset then tried to finish a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. What a lazy holiday heaven. No cameras around (okay, not true - less photo taking)
2. Ella-Kandy Train Ride
It's called the Most Beautiful Train Ride in the World, and definitely for a good reason.
We managed to book some seats but the other seat blocked the window. What we could peak though was stunning. Sprawls of trees and mountain views passing by. It got significantly warmer as the train moved down to the hotter areas. I managed to get some nice shots leaning out the train.
Don't do this on the subway kiddos.
3. Finished My Internship
A little bittersweet but I'm happy nonetheless. I mentioned it in my Year in Review that I started a 3-month internship involved in Climate Change. It was tiring yet the most absolute fun I've had in an office. I'm glad to have helped out as much as I could in these short 3 months.
4. Started Bullet Journaling
And it's actually going well!
It started on a whim. When I'm anxious (or about to get my period), I spend hours jotting down future ideas. On the last week of December, a wave of ideas for bullet journaling happened for some reason. I bought a Leuchtturm1917 Dotted Journal and some pens, spent 4 hours detailing how the first 20 pages look and here we are now.
I'm not writing every day but I'm consistent. It feels like my mind is going somewhere again.
5. Finished 6 Books
Considering I only read about 8 books last year - I think I've started off quite strong.
I finished the last pages of the Flowers in the Chakrawala by my friend, Hariz Fadhilah on New Year's Day, and finished the audiobooks; Alan Cumming's Not My Father's Son and How to Be a Grown-Up by Daisy Buchanan. In Sri Lanka, I read the Wisdom of Whores and Forest of Enchantments while on beaches and trains. And just finishing up the month with Chuck Palahnuik's Fight Club. Now, I can finally watch the movie.
I'm surprised I read as many books as I did. Perhaps it's the heat and leisure that compelled me. With February rolling around, I might finally start with Michelle Obama's Becoming soon!
My January months tend to feel painful, usually in hindsight. This January feels different, I find that good. It started with good sleep and ended in a beautiful sunset. I've gotten a bit of a tan to prove it. The past decade's fading behind my lines. I can't wait to see what 2020 has to offer.
It was planned and not planned.
It feels like my first holiday in a loooong time. Rather than sticking to a strict plan for work and cameras in my face, I spent it walking along with new places while I caught up with old friends on rooftop bars. We watched the sunset then tried to finish a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. What a lazy holiday heaven. No cameras around (okay, not true - less photo taking)
2. Ella-Kandy Train Ride
It's called the Most Beautiful Train Ride in the World, and definitely for a good reason.
We managed to book some seats but the other seat blocked the window. What we could peak though was stunning. Sprawls of trees and mountain views passing by. It got significantly warmer as the train moved down to the hotter areas. I managed to get some nice shots leaning out the train.
Don't do this on the subway kiddos.
3. Finished My Internship
A little bittersweet but I'm happy nonetheless. I mentioned it in my Year in Review that I started a 3-month internship involved in Climate Change. It was tiring yet the most absolute fun I've had in an office. I'm glad to have helped out as much as I could in these short 3 months.
4. Started Bullet Journaling
And it's actually going well!
It started on a whim. When I'm anxious (or about to get my period), I spend hours jotting down future ideas. On the last week of December, a wave of ideas for bullet journaling happened for some reason. I bought a Leuchtturm1917 Dotted Journal and some pens, spent 4 hours detailing how the first 20 pages look and here we are now.
I'm not writing every day but I'm consistent. It feels like my mind is going somewhere again.
5. Finished 6 Books
Considering I only read about 8 books last year - I think I've started off quite strong.
I finished the last pages of the Flowers in the Chakrawala by my friend, Hariz Fadhilah on New Year's Day, and finished the audiobooks; Alan Cumming's Not My Father's Son and How to Be a Grown-Up by Daisy Buchanan. In Sri Lanka, I read the Wisdom of Whores and Forest of Enchantments while on beaches and trains. And just finishing up the month with Chuck Palahnuik's Fight Club. Now, I can finally watch the movie.
I'm surprised I read as many books as I did. Perhaps it's the heat and leisure that compelled me. With February rolling around, I might finally start with Michelle Obama's Becoming soon!
oh hi again.
I repeat again and again. And again. Even I wonder if I will actually keep my promise this time.
My apologies for forgetting to write Five Things for November. However, if I am to be honest, I have forgotten most of November. It passed through like a blur, constantly lying in bed or sitting in class. It wasn't exciting, at least compared to December's constant rush.
So here are my five things in December.
I T W A S A B U S Y O C T O B E R .
Hence my lack of posts. But here I am nonetheless. Typing in between classes, pretending I'm doing actual work. Which I'm not. Instead, I am writing this because it is a week over due and I feel bad.
Here are my Five Things in October!
Here are my Five Things in October!
T H I N G S H A P P E N E D
As they usually do.
Moving, studying, adjusting. Life changed drastically but it was expected. For years, I've been preparing for this September. Finally able to study in UK, and work hard and do good. Of sorts. Getting here though was not difficult but it was tedious.
Here are Five Things in September!
S H A L L I D E S C R I B E A U G U S T . . .
In all its bittersweet divine?
And though, it could just be me in chosen ignorance. To remain blissful among my last month here in Brunei. As I prepare for my time in UK, I choose to spend this month with friends and family. With some exciting times, I hope to remember forever.
Here are a few things that happened in August!
What a malignant being you are. Aren't you?
My thoughts huddled together in a tight cage while my body runs through motions. July sings sweet songs I couldn't bear to hear. Bitter beats to spit for no reason but dislike. July was good to me, but not for me. Yet I still try to make sense of it.
Here is my Five Things in July...
To put it bluntly.
Scurrying to events and dinners and meetings. Taking shorter sleeps and less time online. It is both a pleasure and a pain. As much as I enjoy these occasions, I enjoy my bed more. June's lazy days evolved into frantic nights. Not necessarily bad, just an unusual good.
So here are my Five Things in June...
W H A T A W O N D E R F U L M O N T H .
Full of wonder that is.
Unlike it's predecessor, wonderful for all the public achievements, May was quiet. Its wonder hidden beneath the little successes and sweet bliss. I rarely did anything social or blog-worthy, so aptly called. Instead of shoots, I slept. Instead of catching colleagues, I met old friends. Instead of taking photos, I stayed in the present. May was not exciting.
Boy, did I love it.
Here are my Five Things...
I F M A R C H W A S B I T T E R S W E E T ,
Then April was honey. Sweet and full, rich in goodness so many enjoy.
I entered April bittersweet, with salty tears and malignant optimism. And I will end April more receptive and observant. As April was busy, without a bare moment to rest. And while I complained about January's busy schedule, I needed April to be busy after a sorrowful March.
So here are my Five Things in April...
M A R C H W A S N O T A B A D M O N T H
Though I am unsure whether to call it good either.
Bittersweet is appropriate. Though lacks the emotional depth needed to relay March's blissful sorrow. I sit here in a cafe, trying to find words to describe March. March in all its melancholy. I could not describe March in just five moments.
But I tried.
M Y P R E D I C T I O N S W E R E C O R R E C T
February was exhausting.
Even more so than January. With universities, and work and events piling up, I rarely had time to blog unfortunately. It's only now, at the end of February do I have the time to sit and write.
So here are some highlights from my February.
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