Just The Way You Are

I wouldn't spend the last two days any other way.

Yesterday I went to Uni, had a lecture and a tute,  pondered over the questions I had no idea how to do so constantly asked my friend how to do it, and then complained to another friend about how I didn't know how to do it, then came home and sat in front of the net. I checked my email and saw that JB was having a sale on TVs. Suggested to my parents that we should 'invest' in a new TV since it would be much easier to watch movies etc. PLUS, our cousins from Malaysia are coming over so we want something new to entertain them with. Turns out, my mum was in a buying mood and said "Let's get it." Whilst my parents checked out the new TV at JB HiFi, I slaved away at work offering afternoon tea, stripping (as in taking the food off the trays hahaha), setting up dinner trays, having a kick-ass dinner, collecting dirty trays, sending (through the 10m long dishwasher) and finally sweeping. Dad picked me up and I asked how "checking out the TV" was. He said "we wanted to consult you so we didn't get it .... yet". Came home, ate MORE dinner and at 9.30 randomly decided that since we're pretty much set on getting a new TV we should probably rearrange the furniture. So for 3 hours we vaccuumed at some mad hour of night, heaved and pushed furniture around, gawked at how much crap there was between the couch cushions (lol) and sighed at how much stuff we have (Just as an idea, we have 3 dining tables in the space of two conjoined rooms D:). We often paused and stood, hands on hips, visualising where things would go and how we could fit something into a corner. Finally, one room was done and tidy. The adjoining room, however, looked like some rabid hoarder had taken hold of our dining area and crammed all their 'treasure' into that confined space. At 12.30am we decided to call it a day and went to bed.

Today, up and early, I woke up at 8.15am - due partially to the excitement of a new TV and partially because I couldn't breathe because I'm sick. Dad woke up at 9 and we headed to Nunawading where we set out to go to JB HiFi but somehow ended up in "The Good Guys". Dad worked his magic and price matched the TV that we wanted, however she then offered $50 more for an extra 2 years warranty. Done deal + power board + screen cleaner + antenna cable. Turns out we spent $150 more than we set out to. Party time, loaded it into the car, drove really slowly over the speed bumps and on the way home.

We shoved the TV into the corner and opened the box, only to be disappointed by 5-10 intense, deep scratches right in the middle of the screen. Turns out, dad looked at the box and it seemed like something sharp like a screwdriver had been driven through the box, cutting the cardboard and the protective plastic bag and scratching the surface of the screen. Technology does not go our way. Thing is, is that Dad had actually learned from my b'day phone incident and had asked to open it in store but due to inconvenience didn't open it up in the store. Should've, could've, would've. Oh well, in the end, we called up the The Good Guys, the parents took it back and they gladly gave a refund. Finally, my parents came home with a completely different TV, spending $450 more than what we would've if the other TV wasn't scratched. Oh the hilarity. My parents were happy with the purchase and that's all that matters.

So we set it all up, put it all together, had to move it to a different place than planned due to the lead being too short and then plugging it all in, switching it on, scanning channels .. and .. Oh? What's this? Only three channels. Hahaha. So what happened was that of the 3 TV antenna sockets in the house, the one that we plugged into, is the one disconnected from the external antenna. Golden. So either 1) we move ALL THE FURNITURE AGAIN (death) or 2) we get a TV guy to come do it for us. LOL what more cost could be involved in getting a new TV?

That was a pretty detailed version of my two days, but I loved it. It was awesome. Worst time to get a new TV though - being 2 weeks away from finishing summer school and the exam.

On a completely irrelevant note, here are some pictures of Natalie Portman - Just because I love her and she has been my favourite female actress ever since I saw her in Star Wars as Queen Amidala + her stunning performance in Black Swan. If you haven't seen it go watch it !



Above, Photographer: Mario Testino



Above (x3), Photograher: David Slijper

I know what you're thinking and I completely agree ! That was a flipping long post !

love,

k.

Young

via LoveMore, by Victor Vauthier

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k.

No Envy, No Fear

“When you’re a little kid you’re a bit of everything; Scientist, Philosopher, Artist. Sometimes it seems like growing up is giving these things up one at a time.” - Kevin Arnold/The Wonder Years

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k.

We'll be Alright - Travie Mccoy

Found at LoveMore

Today I was reminded that I am still YOUNG. If things don't work out I still have my future. I'm terrified though, of falling behind and getting closer to the rear of the pack. People don't understand me and that's what makes this time in my life incredibly difficult.

love,

k.

Opportunity

It's so easy to go out and react in a vicious and condescending way. It takes courage and wisdom to stand back, evaluate and then respond in a way that not only saves a relationship but also resolves a black hole. When you're again given the opportunity that can make or break a relationship, think about what's at stake.

love,

k.

Today - Joshua Radin

If you've again made the same mistake for the 2817204th time and you want change, don't expect it to happen if you're going to perform the exact same actions all over again. If you really want change, something has gotta give. You have to do something that you haven't done in order for change to ensue. Don't expect change if you're going to go through the same cycle. Do something different.

In the light of recently events, being under stress and other such things ... I will write this here.

"Promise Yourself - To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk of health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet. To make all friends feel that there is something in them. To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true. To think only of the best, to work only for the best and expect only the best. To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future. To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile. To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticise others. To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble"

This cannot be more applicable.

love,

k.

Reminder

Dear kat,

Stop stressing.
Don't be jealous.
Smile.

love,

k.

First Moments of 2011

Sat in front of the TV watching "Phineas and Ferb" with the young cousins, whilst the parents played Mahjong and listened to the explosions of the far off fireworks.

How'd you spend it?

love,

k.

31/12/2010

I wish I could’ve posted this prior to the start of 2011, but the lack of internet access has proven an obstacle. That’s ok (:

I never remember all my New Year’s Resolutions, but I always remember one. Last year I distinctly remember “Take more pictures, even of the littlest of things” – My friend asked why. I responded with “Because things change so quickly, and most of the time you don’t realise it.” It’s my last day in Malaysia and I can tell I’m going to miss it so much. But the one thing I’m glad is that in time I’ll look at the photos I have and I can have a glimpse of what I think was the ultimate holiday. I look forward to seeing my family again.

At the end of every year, just before the fireworks and the ushering in of the New Year, I never fail to getting a ‘feeling’. It’s either of welcoming a fresh new start and excited to begin anew or being held back and somewhat prevented from being able to make a fresh start. I don’t know what I feel this time ... but I think I’m leaning towards the latter. It’s just a feeling. Nothing significant... right?

In light of the New Year I will attempt to make some New Years’ Resolutions. If you’re reading this... keep me accountable.

1. Be generous; give until it hurts to give anymore.
2. Pray more, Read more; there is always the answer even if it’s not that answer you want to hear.
3. Take more pictures; This year = LEARN.
4. Be open to change whether good or bad; out of the bad there is always good.
5. Persist; You don’t know your potential, therefore the only way to find out is to keep going forward.

There’s definitely more than this limited list but it’s a start and I think of the most important ones first. I hope you all had the best New Year’s Eve and let’s hope 2011 turns out to the be AMAZINGGGGG !

love,

k.