Little things around me

I've realised that it's the little things around me that brightens up my day, that makes the difference in me and surprisingly change my outlook on life in general. The last point may sound as if it was made in jest, i concede but there were really such moments when I thought that Life is really a bundle of joy.

And I've also learnt that instead of waiting for other people to take the first step to create the magical little things, I could actually step out of my comfort zone first. Really, the awkwardness has gradually given way to genuine feeelings of care and concern everytime i step into someone's bunk to make small talk. Lame as it may sound but saying hello and expressing interest for that someone does make that individual glad and creates a sense of satisfaction in me.

Two years of schooling in AJC made me cold, aloof and indifferent to the feelings of all but myself. I lost the warm and enthusiastic glint in my eyes and interest in the general welfare of others. In fact, i took a ill-fated move by stridently withdrawing from my social circle. It really felt like tomorrow would never come again. Recalling those times still brings a crawl to my skin.

I can still hardly believe that Mt Barebone is the place where i am slowly reversing those bad trends. i'm trying hard and i'm intent on continuing.

i will stay strong in my belief and push on...