Although I realise I am a few days late, (I blame Evidence - everrrythinggg is Evidence's fault) - I still want to do this anyway.

I figure I should do this so I can remember all the things I have in my life, and that I have every reason to be grateful. Not that I've become American - not at all - but I believe in the value of being thankful.

so here goes - I'm thankful for...

yummy Saturday lunches. the privilege of education. the unconditional love of my family. ebony. my kaleidoscope of friends. the gift of music. my doting someone. deliciously cool days (well, while it lasted I suppose). fleece pyjamas on those cold nights. high heels. random hellos through smses or facebook from treasured friends. the smell of rain before it rains. being able to laugh every chance I get. citronella candles. vanilla ice cream with homemade cookie dough. polaroid pictures. money to spend. money to save. money to travel. money to give away. air conditioners. mmses. lise & ebony. and finally, (I'll save the rest for Christmas and New Year's), the pain of exams so that I'll be able to fully enjoy the freedom of my holidays.

to whoever who has made all these things happen for me, thank you with love.

:)


Changi Beach, September 2007


And y'know, today after the Evidence paper - even though I know it's thoroughly my fault for not studying earlier - I didn't feel as crappy as I thought I would. Because finally finally, I get that I am so much more than just what my grade says I'm worth.


And I refuse to let anybody, including future employers, make me feel inferior without my consent.


cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery, New York City, May 2007



I choose. I live.