LT was pretty stressed recently when she found out the Boss wanted to speak to her to conduct a mid-probation review and was constantly in a state of "Am I going to be fired?" Having been through numerous talks and reviews, I tried to assure her that it's part of the routine. For added measure, I roped in PL to comfort her. She seems much more relieved now that the talk is over so I guess it went well... Although, when I dropped by on Friday, she told me that she needs to tell me a "story". OMG, please don't.
I dropped by the workplace on Friday after booking out for MC's last day. Still can't believe that that was it. Sometimes, you work so closely with people that they become semi-integral to work. Anyway, good for her having found a better offer. We went for drinks at this sake bar and instantly became a fan of the place. We had a nice long talk and reviewed how far we've come and whether it had all been worth it. Answer's no.
I had a talk with the boss just before I went for reservist. It was a follow-up to a discussion we had a few prior. I took the opportunity to praise LT for the quality of her work and hinted that the Boss needed to give her some form of encouragement and assurance. Very glad that it was done. When the subject finally shifted to me, it was, as usual, about my plans. I can't give her much clarity though as I myself am pretty confused at the moment. To make things worse, my mum just decided to drop another bomb on me: she has decided to semi-retire. I found out only on her last day too! So both of my parents are no longer working and both my sisters have yet to complete University...
Speaking about sisters, the elder sister has flown over to Korea a few weeks back for some exchange programme. My parents always worry whenever she goes off alone as she is the most spoilt amongst us siblings, the typical 大小姐 if you will.
Anyway, while chatting with my peers in reservist, I realised that most of them are doing much better than me. Not being competitive, but it made me think very hard on whether I should be looking for much better opportunities elsewhere.
I have signed up for another martial arts competition in end October and I shall keep my mouth shut on any predictions. I ran for a run on Saturday just to get a sense of my physical fitness. Long story short, I felt weak when I reached the void deck and while leaning against a pillar, slowly slid down into a lying position. So basically, I was literally lying down at my void deck like a drunkard. Of course, that wasn't all, my body just had to puke up my dinner. Almost 2 years of being in an office job has ruined me!
A short JB trip was supposed to happen yesterday but just when we have already left the house, C informed us that his passport was still with the ICA! We had to change plans and look for local alternatives. We ended up watching the movie "Inside Out", which was surprisingly enjoyable.
I'll stop here... Time to book in.
[Quotes]
"If you look for truth, you may find
comfort in the end; if you look for comfort you will not get either
comfort or truth only soft soap and wishful thinking to begin, and in
the end, despair." - CS Lewis
"Be slow to fall into friendship; but when thou art in, continue firm & constant." - Socrates
"I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness, and a willingness to remain vulnerable." - Anne Morrow Lindbergh
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