Redoubtable Life

Finally, back with me again! This time with my sudden late night thoughts. Now that I think of it, life is really unpredictable. It is actually interesting how life is always throwing me surprises. A year ago, I thought I was going to major in either architecture or food technology. Only months before, I was suddenly sure that I wanted to take Industrial Engineering in Tsing Hua University in Taiwan. Hell, I never thought of studying in Taiwan before. In fact, I dreamt of pursuing my study in Germany – and had actually gone for language prep for a year or so. Yet, here I am, not regretting anything (yet). I’ve been here for officially two months. The first week after arriving here was exciting, but then again energy draining with all the walks for registration procedures and buying essential supplies to get me through the first year of college. The following few weeks were fun with all the new friends and short trips to various places. Dinner with International St...

Turning 18 is a big milestone for many people. In fact, in many cultures and countries, it means being officially an adult with new rights, accompanied with new responsibilities. It may have the meaning of finally getting IC and driving license. Legal drinking age. Lottery. Or rights to vote for elections. Actually, why do we even bother to celebrate birthdays? Well, it's literally one way to provide an opportunity  for family and close friends to come together as to congratulate you for surviving another year in life, but when I think further about it, rather than brushing it off just like another day,  I found a reason to celebrate the day. On my birthday, I count my blessings: what I have today that needed to be cherished before I lose it, and what I had yesterday. This year, my dearest friends, again, went to great lengths to surprise me on my birthday. I never organized a birthday party before. I mean, yes, we do celebrate my birthdays, but i...