A Journey to Remember: October 2009

Saturday, October 31, 2009

When time is short...

This was the best I could do last night.

Here is the cubicle left behind; with still a lot of documents and loads of rubbish. Can you see it?

Just couldn't clear it 100%.

Friday, October 30, 2009

Till We Cross Path Again.....

7.15am, I reached office this morning. I parked my car and admired the serene surrounding.

The little garden to lepak

The route to the parking lot

The building...

The door to my department

It was rather a busy day for me today. I had to finish up whatever was required and also clear up my cubicle.

After having my farewell lunch (it was a long one), organized by the Sales and Education department, I handed over all documents and projects on hand to my mentor. I took her through all of the folders in my lappie. I felt really sad when I was doing it…..

After taking her through it, she walked back to her office. I started a super quickie scan-and- throw- process.

Later, I heard my mentor’s door closed. She was ready to leave for the day. She walked to my cubicle and I could feel the sadness in both of us. She said goodbye and wished me all the best. She put down her lappie bag and gave me a hug. Gosh, tears almost came out! Both of our eyes and nose turned red….

“I better get going before the both of us start crying….” Those were the last words I heard....

Everyone left the office by 7-ish. I packed up all my personal items and left everything else behind. I didn’t have time to really look through everything. By the time I was done, it was already 8pm and I was super late for an appointment. My car was full of stuff – in plastic bags and in boxes. Gees…like shifting house!

At 8.10pm, I locked the glass door for the last time and hopped on to my car. It was drizzling and depicted the mood I was in…….

Today marked the day. The final day. I really didn’t expect it to happen so fast; in such a short notice. Phone calls and emails came over the 2 days after my email was sent out...

I felt it was as if I walked out from a 4 years relationship. And the worst thing is "I left because I found something better for my future"....

So many events happened over the 4 years. Ups and downs; events and happenings brought us closer; just like family.

I had a really good time in the company. Good memories. (I am happy and glad that I was recommended by my Country Manager for this new job offer)

My days in the company.....

Fooling around....

The Family

Together in Bali - Annual Dinner

It was Masquerade on Red Carpet Night

At a brand launch event

Helped out with registration

After the shooting for Elaine's portfolio

My 9 months project last year

Just yacking away during my event...

Collaborated with The Star

Another product launch project of mine

Heavy responsibility that day

Attended wedding luncheon together

Attended a salon opening

Xandria's book launch

Sipping at Marie Claire's event

Trend Release Event

Collaborated with SKII

Photo shoot for Nuyou

With media partners at Sebastian launch event

It will be a different path for me next week. All these glamourous and colourful doings are put on hold for some time. It's time to get rough and tough!

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Personalised Gifts from Korea

While I was in Korea and given only 2 hours to shop, here were the things that I managed to get hold off – for myself and of course, those who are close to me….I was practically looking around for interesting stuff to buy!

For my fellow buddies:

Korean Grilled Squid

Sockies....so cute

For my MU fans/buddies

For myself:

RM 75 pair of comfortable blings

Lucky charms and also my birth stones (minus my phone)

Looking Forward

I signed the papers today.

I know it will not be easy, but for a brighter future, why not?

Looking forward to build ‘it’ with no regrets.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Finally a New Chapter....

Finally, after playing the waiting game for a few days (and yes, those were the torturous days I had to go through) and with persistence, I’ve finally gotten it….

….answers to my questions.

I slept well last night. In fact, I was feeling really sleepy around 10-ish. I was chatting with a few friends online but my eyelids were just too heavy. I excused myself….. I wondered to myself this morning what made me dead tired….

Mamma answered me: “Of course lar, you’ve already gotten the answers yesterday and you were all relieved and free from all the stress…”

I thought to myself and realized what she said made sense.

Let’s turn back time to last week. As you know from my previous post – I am very lucky to be offered with a job with a very reputable company. A whole new role, environment, colleagues and experiences. It was a great opportunity being served to me.

I was still contemplating last week if I want to take up the job. I needed to weigh if the salary offered and location to be based at are okay for me.

Yesterday afternoon, I’ve finally received a call and all of my questions were answered. I was contented. By the end of the day, I’ve already kind of had an answer.

Last night, I discussed and informed my family about it. They supported me all the way.

I went through my phone book this afternoon and made a call. I’ve confirmed the job offer. I felt the burden was off my shoulders, unlike couple of days back…..

I am ready to move out from my comfort zone. I am willing to take up the challenge to try new tasks; a totally different role. Come what may, I thought to myself.

I was informed that I needed to report myself at the office this Monday. Wow, it was truly a shock for me on the starting date, but no choice due to certain circumstances. So, I am left with 2 more days to clear off all my projects on -hand and have a hand over session. I also need to clear my place.

I know I am going to miss my current company and the nicest people there. But, at times, when opportunity comes, we just need to move on.

Another chapter is soon starting. A page in the book will soon be turned ….