Begun my first Bahasa Indo lesson last week, and I'm revising it. It's a bit complicated, espsecially that it contradicts what English has taught us. A simple like this shows it all.

You're a clever boy.
Kamu anak pandai.

direct translation is :
Kamu = You
Anak = boy
Pandai = clever.

= You boy clever

In english, we use a adjective to describe a noun, thus we put it before the noun we are refering to.
In bahasa, it's opposite. the noun comes first, then you describe it.

In a simple sense like this, it's easy to read and understand. But when you try to form a sentence with it, or a conversation with it, it becomes very very tough since it's just not natural. The sentence structure is not what you've been using for the past 25 years. It's just like English and Mandarin.

Now I have one more to handle, and I was never good in language. Congrats... Either perish or thrive. I choose to thrive..

I've managed to get one of my main task done, or rather almost done. The only thing to be done now is the execution part. If things go according to plan, all should be fine.

Next up is the Batam shop. Went there yesterday to find out more details and snapped a few photos back for analysis. Am I supposed to propose for a new location or stick by with the current one? What are the pros and cons of each option ? I've learnt something related to marketing before, something about strength, weaknesses, opportunity, improvement. To think of it that I remb this more than my Bio stuff, it speaks volume. haha.. The shop in Batam is now like my pet, i'm given full responsibility to run it and I'm actually scared, simply because I dont' have the confidence. I feel that i'm too green for it at the moment. With the boss also a bit too busy to provide much guidance, it makes it more challenging that I need to tackle it head on.

Went there twice, and I've got a general feel of what needs to be improved. I've got another 4 months to decide if the current location is to stay, or whether we should shift. That would be my next milestone. I feel this is like a make or break situation for me. If I excel, there would be plenty of opportunties for me to venture into. If not, I don't know what to expect... I don't wish to think about it. Only Success and no failure.. lolxx..

Was discussing with dear on the possibility of getting the DBSS at Tampines central. We are both genuinely interested in it and due to it's excellent location, we are very tempted. The only obstacle is the cost of it, which is likely to run into $550,000 and above. To cough out such a big sum of money, I need to skrim and save for the next half a year, so that I can contribute more to the down payment. Down payment would be $25,000 cash.. and because our CPF don't have enough, another $15,000 cash is required to be top up, and that makes it $40,000 in total. My goodness..

To show my commitment, I've agreed to try and save $6000 within the next 6 months. =.=" I think I can survive on water and grass liao.

Back from Bali retreat

Went for Company retreat in Bali, and it was sure an experience. Though there were so many workshops and seminars to attend, we had our fair shares of fun and joy too. Understanding how the company has grown over the past 2 years is inspiring and looking at the vision they have set, it feels good to be part of it.

Actively expanding when opportunity arises, from a South-East Asian company to now a Asian company. The prospect that it shows is promising. Will I be riding on the wave with the growth? Many ppl were sceptical about me joining this company and I was one of them initially. But what made me make the decision was that I saw potential in this market and true enough it is growing. Being part of a Big company has it's benefits as there is a structure for you to follow and learn. The problem is that there are too many hieracy to follow, and you can't climb unless the person above you changes. Being part of a smaller company, there're more chances for taking up different roles as everybody is tasked with a secondary task. This allows you to add to your portfolio while learning on the job.

I'm hype up by the prospect of the growth the company is exhibiting. It is always exciting to be part of the winning team.

From the retreat, I've gotten to know more about some of the colleagues and some are really fun going. Play aside, work has to be taken seriously. Obviously, there are those who like to show off and attract attention. Was told by Wendy about the DOPE test, (Dove, Owl, Peacock, Eagle) test. I was observed to be a Owl/Eagle. While one of them was identified as a Peacock, an arrogant bugger who likes to attract attention. Different traits make the team interesting and it's the dynamic structure that brings us together as a team. All along I feel like I'm an Owl or Eagle, depending on the situation. When the need arises, certain traits can surface and dominate. But one thing I never want to be is the Peacock. It gets on ppl's nerve for being showy without substance.

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With new task comes bigger responsibility. And honestly, I'm at a loss at times on how to proceed. I'm now entering a totally new dimension, nothing related to what I've been studying. It's a chance for learning, but at the same time I want to be able to do well in it as it may mean pathing my road for many years ahead. Being lost is something I hate, and I need to find the solution to this...

I'm disturbed.. VERY disturbed.

My sis may not be getting married in June le. WTF!!

Last night, suddenly throw a bomb say not ready. (The BF), and he's not prepared for a marriage life now. Feels that he need to say it out now rather than later when he "chu kui". Come on lar, you two have been together for 13 yrs? and you tell me that you feel she may not be the right one, may be just very good friends? F U. Bought the house 2 yrs ago, and started preparing everything for the marriage, from choosing hotel to getting photographer to taking wedding shots. Everything has been done and paid for and even the clothes has been custom made for the Big day itself and now you are saying such things. How irresponsible. Cancelling the house, banquet will likely run into 50k? But the money is not the main concern. It's the disappointment, the shocked, the " how do I face my colleagues and frens" feeling. The stress is enormous.

Last break up was 7 yrs ago, and throughout this time, dont' tell me you haven't been thinking about it until now. I'm sure things have been happening and certain thoughts must have ran through before. how many more years do you want to waste? 28yrs old already and counting. Seriously, I don't know what to say... Sis is totally not in the mood to do anything now and she's totally devastated. I feel unjust for her and I can totally feel for her. She's close to me and this has impacted me quite significantly.

I'm left with no words for now..