WATCH-ING OVER ME

I've been meaning to write this post last month, but never really had the time to sit down and put my feelings into words. This 4-day break serves as a brilliant opportunity to really get some personal stuff done.

I'm not one for timepieces but I finally have one that I love because it is much more than a strap of time I wear around my wrist. If Professor Langdon has his limited edition Mickey Mouse watch, and Tony Stark has his cute pink Dora watch, I have my own black leather Tissot watch.

It is really not the price of the watch for I'm not one for expensive watches, or branded stuff; I could have gotten a cute Tweety Bird watch or a Despicable Me watch, and still the same way about it. The reason being, it was given to me by my two bosses, whom I've treated as my parents at work, who has always been there to guide and mentor me. It is a token of appreciation, and more so, I think symbolises the love they have for all their employees. They even took the trouble to customise each of the watches according to our own character, making sure mind is "accident-proof" as I am very accident prone and well, careless. So the glass is actually "scratch-free" and they chose leather straps instead of chains so that I don't scratch it. Turns out to be the best decision made because I love it!

I love my all black watch because it is all stylish, rugged and classy. Despite the rashes I used to get wearing watches, this one seems like a perfect fit for me - both in terms of style and function. And because it is a Tissot watch, there is a beautiful "T" embedded on its lock.

I've always believed that possessions are not made valuable by how much they are worth, but always made valuable by the sincerity of which the gift is given, and even more the effort put in to produce a gift.

Me and my bosses Darren and Stefani. They will always be embedded in my heart. So much to say to them, sometimes, just can't thank them enough. Thank you for such great bosses, not many get to say this but I am blessed to be able to say it.

There are a lot of things going on in my mind really, throughout the three years working with my current company - there were so many ups and downs, and so many times I feel like just giving up. My current hormonal cycles that is an evident symptom of quarter life crisis is also not helping me emotionally. The watch serves as a reminder of how lucky I am, because I am actually in a company where people get appreciated, loved and treated like equals. Of course, as a human, I too always seek for something else, and really, sometimes, I don't know if there will be anything else worth leaving what I have for, for the people I've acquainted with here are some of the most awesome beings ever.

The watch, will also play a role in future to remind me that perhaps all the hardships are worthwhile because the harder you work, the easier it gets, and the happier you become. The watch will be a reminder that I'll always have great people watching over me. And for that, I'll be forever grateful.

As I am writing this on my birthday, I want to take this chance to thank all my good friends, colleagues, family out there who has always cared for me so much. The reason I never really felt lonely is because I have all of you around me, taking care of me and making me feel blessed and happy everyday.

I say this over and over again, my wishes all go out to you - because all of you are just too wonderful to me. Again, I don't know what I did to deserve all these kindness year after year, but I will be forever thankful and I will treasure all these good memories for the rest of my life.

This year, I am 26 (more like finally 18 haha) and I do hope I grow wiser but maintain my childishness and innocence because that's how I like the world to me - simple. It is my wish too that one day I'll be able to bring as much joy to their lives as much as these great people has brought to mind.

Thank you for making me feel like I have everything and need nothing more. And I am most sorry for being down and moody due to my own insecurities. Please know that all of your existence has made all my downtime so much more bearable.

Birthday 2013

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