On the last day of 2014, I met up with my babe after her work. Grabbed some bottles of low alcohol content drinks and went back to my house to celebrate!
Our way of celebration was pretty simple - we spent time together eating, drinking, chatting, laughing, online-shopping. Simplicity at its best; I prefer to keep all things simple despite the fact that I missed out loud countdowns and firework-watching at the famous Marina Bay.
And, for the first time in FOREVER, babe stayed overnight at my house!!! *throws confetti and dances*
(Taken on 1 Jan 2015, 12PM)
Every year, my life seems to have been in a whirlpool. Things fall in and out of place. Instead of writing chunks of texts of how my year went, here's a short review of memorable events that has happened in 2014:
January
I left Famous Amos after staying slightly over 1 year in this job. It's a tough decision. Colleagues became my friends, and hence I didn't want to leave them. But on the brighter side, goodbye low pay, goodbye cookies! I still get to visit my colleague-friends anyway :)
February
I celebrated Valentines' Day officially with my then-lover. It was my first time celebrating it with a guy I lov(ed). I can't remember how it went and what we did, but I would love to believe it was great.
April
I got a job at Teadot Cafe. Dream came true; to be able to work in a cafe, which means I was a step closer to realising my dream of opening my own cafe. At least I get to learn a trick or two. I was happy back then.
June
I went to Taipei, Taiwan with my very first boyfriend in my life. I must've been a lucky girl to be able to travel to Taiwan for free (ticket sponsored by him and hotel by his mom). Of course, I forked out my own expenses. It was a great experience, as I've always traveled with school. None of my trip was individual and personal like this. The trip left me so much wonderful memories despite it being a short trip. For once, I felt so attached to a country!
September
I went to Seoul, Korea with my school. The very first Ngee Ann Poly trip with a few of my friends, and I'm glad I made new friends from another course that went with us! It was an eye-opener for me, and most of the time we were pretty much independent. We traveled by ourselves during the free time given, and we had to communicate in another language that's not even of our own!
Also, I turned 18 that year. It was also my simplest birthday celebration, just with my family (siblings only) and my then-lover. Finally I can buy drinks without the need of being asked for IC.. Teehee.
October
Pretty harsh month, as I experienced a break-up. A bad one, and I cried the soul out of me. Friends and colleagues saw me cry in public, and it wasn't easy to see me break down in front of anyone. I also had a hard time breaking the news to my family members who've supported us and hoped for the best for us. It has got to be the worst thing that could ever happen to me, but somehow I had that coming, just not that sudden. Things always appear so well on the outside; how sweet we portray ourselves on Instagram, but things tend to work out a little different in real life. But most importantly, I got the support from my friends and family. I know I wasn't in any wrong. I've loved and maybe was loved. Things just don't always go our way.
Also, I lost my job. Not because I got fired; I could've continued as my contract has ended and was supposed to extend. However, shop closed down. Wow?
November
I met someone new, through a friend. Many of you might think we're together already. Once bitten, twice shy. As much as he's been a great guy and totally different from my first boyfriend. I'd like to take things really slow to avoid history from repeating itself, so hold your horses and calm your titties. We're doing good and will take each step at a time.
If anyone of you were to think I switched boyfriend really fast - No, I didn't cheat on anyone. My first boyfriend left me for I don't even what fucking reason. I truly believe that I've every rights to pursue happiness, because he don't give a fuck when my world was being torn down by he himself. Everyone was right - I deserve better. I deserve happiness.
Anyway, I'd like to believe that we're better off without each other. My life's good now, and I'd like to think that he's doing great with any other girls out there who could love him better than I do. Break ups aren't always bad. When you think he's the one for you, you cling onto him. But also bear in mind that you should never give up the entire forest for one rotten tree. If a relationship ended, don't ever look back. The future is always brighter than the history. Move on girl!
Quoting Ariana Grande's song,
"I've one less problem without you."
December
I've moved on pretty well. I spent most of my time in school (but still attempting to take school seriously) and also catching up with friends. After the break-up, I found my friends and family even much more important than usual. Not that I've never appreciated them or think they're not needed in my life, the love I had for my friends and family grew stronger. I needed them. Thank you every one of you who stood by my side and watch me become a better, stronger person!
All in all, I grew a lot stronger with the series of unfortunate events and learnt a lot. We make mistakes, we learn from them. We gain experiences, good or bad, we take it in and improve for the better. That's all about life, and I only pray to change for the better and keep growing.
Cheers to better things to come in 2015!
Here's my undying love for everyone of you,
x.