I've officially failed my target of posting at least one a month. I think I may need to try blogging on my handphone because it does seem like a much more convenient way to blog. Though, the good old-fashioned laptop/computer is still my favourite (as I am doing right now).
Here are some major updates which I've wanted to blog about but did not have time.
1) Chiang Mai trip with USP
Look at how time flies; the project for which we went on the trip has already ended haha. The trip was really enjoyable and made me realise that Thailand might actually be a pretty interesting country to go on vacation. I shall blog more about this when I have the time. Or I might just copy and paste whatever reflections we had to submit for our graded reflections (yes, reflections are graded).
2) HOCC
HOCC is a hall dance competition that we have in NTU. Overall, the experience was... pretty unique I would say. It was definitely the first time where I pushed myself physically for anything. I've always found pushing myself mentally much more easier than physically. Think academics > sports. Still, the experience has also left me with some disappointments and realisations about life and people, in general. Shall blog more when I feel like ranting about it.
3) Singapore Forum 2016
I was a liaison officer in the recent Singapore Forum 2016. I thought I was only signing up as an usher, with privileges to listen in on the forum. Nope, turns out it was a role as a liaison officer escorting VIPs!! I was super surprised, nervous, but also excited before taking on the role. With whatever little training we had, us volunteers (yes, we were mostly volunteers with zero experience) tried to navigate our way through the world of protocol.
Luckily, I got a pretty friendly principal (the person whom I was escorting). The 2 staffers with him were also very friendly. (I've developed a mini-crush on one of them haha). They were all Korean.
This opportunity gave me a learning experience, to see how protocol officers work, to handle situations (and not give promises so easily), and to see how 'the world of important people' looks like. Which, actually, they look pretty much the same as us, except that there is obviously more glitz and glamour, and a lot more confidence going around the room.
Overall, I felt the experience was really good for me! I am really grateful that I took that leap of faith then and signed up for it alone (no friend was interested in this with me)!
And, that's the low down on what went on these past 4 months.
Right now, the final exams are coming (again!). They seem to arrive faster and faster each semester, or is it just me??
Anyway, I am hoping to look for a temporary job over the holidays. Hopefully, it will turn out fun! And if I am lucky, I will get to work with my friend too :)
Oh, and if anyone (by some crazy amount of coincidence and luck) who's interested is reading this, and wants JC Economics tuition, I am hoping to start giving tuition after my finals too. Preferably weekends at North-east :)
