The Sun is UP!

It has risen like a big hope in desperate situation. I surely know that it wouldn't abandon me in times of frailty. As expected, this coming week is another challenge as my CFO would say. The transition will be tough but I am always hopeful that I shall surpass difficulties that may rest upon me.

I am working with Taste effective tomorrow. Though its a brand new company its management is familiar cos its a sister company of my old job. Wish me luck! I need to prove something again. 

Simple things that mean a lot

There are a lot of things to be thankful for. The greatest of them all is my survival in a sinking corporate world. It has been one helluva a drama in the office lately. But still I am happy that they still believe in me. And I continue to remain—a valued asset.

When we start to count our blessings, we realise how lucky we are. Despite all the hardships, we know something out there is worth suffering for. And there are reasons behind those unfortunate adversities.

I quote James Buckham: "Every trial endured and weathered in the right spirit makes a soul nobler and stronger than it was before".

I am seeing a brighter 2012! Yes, I always considered myself optimistic. Although the year has not yet passed, 2011 have been a bit shaky. However I grow and become a stronger person.

I was reading through my past blogs awhile ago with Aiza. And I can't help but realise how time flies so fast. Nostalgic past and happy memories that strengthens my belief that I have been at worst scenarios, I survived. I have a lot of things to hold on to. God always provides a safety cushion whenever we feel a need. There is always a parachute that magically appears in every desperate situation.

... and I am eternally grateful for that.

Rainy days are here again

The past few weeks had been a total hell. The weather is gloomy and now it is raining profusely. Normally rain can be seen as a blessing cos it can bring abundance. However, this time around I say it's destructive. I see how it constantly poured and how it flooded through my path. Moreso for people who are helpless and doesn't have a refuge under the rain. I just hate this situation, where I can't do anything.

I've seen how it can start with a drizzle and then stop for a minute. Then after few pauses rain will be nonstop. It is just emotionally draining. And its unpredictability is just too outrageous .

It is tough and being strong, equipped with a sturdy giant umbrella somehow keeps me from being drenched. But still I feel its effect.

I've seen the weather forecast and here it is...

Come Monday, it will ease up and a brighter week ahead. So I keep my fingers crossed.

Negative Forces

One thing to battle against a company undergoing VA is the bad omen. It can come from staff, franchisees, suppliers and even executives.

Nothing beats angry suppliers, so I thought. Then my colleagues (who I can only imagine being possessed by evil spirits) come to you with a raised voice accusing you of this and that (i would love to spill it but still, I have to draw the line when it comes to professionalism). My patience is still intact though it's wafer thin. Try my patience next time and I will end up to be the monster yet to be unleashed.

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I was just glad that I passed my audit module. The only thing that made me happy this week; Apart from the usual happiness that Friday brings. Its been a helluva week I tell you. A day in the stressful office is like a week in a normal happy office. Not discounting the fact that I am doing a five-man job!

Blame it on the NOISE!

Two nights in a row and I'm wide awake. Stressed. And I am restless. Blame it on the noise - literally every corner of my room!

I just want to find peace, even for 15 minutes so I can ignite the sleeping mode... :C

Another Hurdle I Must Endure

Yes, the rumours are true. Strathfield went into another wave of Administration earlier today. Executives dropped the bomb first thing this morning. All worried, I can feel tension is building up. Yet we were reassured that it wouldn't impact on our employment.

I asked myself whether this is the path I was meant to be dealing with. How come all misfortunes come my way?

32 months ago, I felt the same fate but it was to do with economic recession that forced management to let go of its "valued assets". Now I face uncertainty once again. However, this time I am confident in saying that they would definitely would want to keep me. But the question is - would I endure yet another hurdle?

I've come up with a preliminary course of action. Test the waters. Then decide if we will abort the ship. 

All is uncertain but I am confident that God will be there by my side to make the right decision.

Random Thoughts on a Tuesday Arvo

It's 4:36p.m. and I am absolutely bored at work.

Let's talk about anything under the bright shiny sun!

~ I wish that it would turnout to be a good investment. Now I can honestly say that its not pouring through and thereby nourishing it. Just tiny droplets but can still make the plant grow. I just hope it will open up more and give abundance in the plants life.

~ Half-way finish with CA and I just hope for the best. Not sure about the future I have with this company. I know that the Executives care for me a lot. They value and trust my judgement - one thing that gravitates me back to Strathfield's force.

~ I still have to organise shipping of my old personal effects back to Manila. And probably need to buy some small things to fill the BB 2011.

~ I have yet to look for the lost treasures. The list seems to be growing and growing. Maybe sign of ageing or just my obvious reckless personality. I need the iPad2 connector, I need my old memory card, I need my CBC and GEC to utilise unused facilities.

~ I am proud to announce to all of you that the queen of HRHRM has given Royal Assent to terminate certain facilities. I have provided her with a list and recommendation based on the risk profile. She even commended my work as of high quality and sound judgement. Well, it is one way in building competence and reputation with her.

~ Further project assigned by the queen is analysis on LTCC's and maturity of BL's, with the immediate objective of raising capital to fund travel appropriations for next financial year.

~ We also had an informal strategic discussions on Hibiscus Royal. It is something that is planned but likelihood is still remote at this stage. I am speculating 2020's as the date of its inception.

~ Finally its 4:59p.m. only a minute from the theoretical dismissal. But obviously I have to stay until everyone goes home. Part of my allegiance to hard-work and leadership indicator (?) but not really.