Welcome 2010!

2009 was a whirlwind!

Overall grade for 2009: B+

I got quite a lot done academically, but unfortunately, I am quite burnt out at this point. Lately, I've been quite demotivated, even depressed, at work: I am that person in the Cymbalta commercial (only at work though!) I can't get myself to do as much as I used to. I really hope for this to change: I am approaching the last stretch, I just need to keep on going going going! There are things that are beyond my control at work and all I can do is work my best, be a good co-worker and scientist and love what I do. I cannot control the attitudes of those around (or above) me.

Otherwise, life is quite lovely. I had a short but wonderful three week break in Malaysia punctuated by a lovely hillside retreat in Cameron Highlands and a sunny beach getaway in Langkawi with family and friends. I have great friends to hang out with right here. I've definitely made it a point to take breaks from work, whether it is weekend getaways (a few), a weekend out with the buddies or to just chill out at home. I've started watching TV on Hulu and playing the piano again!

Life lesson re-learnt this year: Life is not the amount of breaths you take, it's the moments that take your breath away. (i.e. Don't work so much!)

Happy New Year everyone!