Wish List 2012

Last year, I wished for an iPod touch with an engraving. I got an iPod Nano from ex bosses.

I wished for a skin care system that is natural and friendly to my sensitive skin. I had a bad experience earlier this year and was forced to switch to something else. Thanks to bff, Shirley's recommendation to use Cetaphil. My skin is getting much better on top of the frequent consultation from the dermatologist.

I wished for a diary year 2011 and I was given one when I report to work. So, I can cross that out as well.

Down to two things that are not in my possession yet: a pin up drawing of myself and a Christmas log.

This time, I am giving up on the Christmas log. It is just too silly to wish for something like that at this age. *uh hum*

My new public wish list:-

1. Lytro Camera (http://www.lytro.com/)

Yes, it may look funny but this little camera can do wonders! Notice the above baby picture? You can just change the focus the picture with one click! Try it out yourself here.

2. Mac Book Air

This is a consequential request. Visuals from Lytro camera can only be processed by Mac :P

3. Smart for two

Wanted the car in the longest time I can think of. Perhaps since the day I lay my eyes on it.

Many of you may not know, I am quite a fan of Hello Kitty. Bla bla bla...

4. A trip to Bali

I love islands because I long for beaches. This year, I want to be spend a week in Bali.

5. 5 high heels

*Pictures are for illustration purpose only. Don't think I can even stand properly with the heart shape heels

Of yesterday

This post is in response to Plugged series organised by TalentEDge.

For those of you whom I have not talk to 2 months ago, I am now working with TalentEDge. As part of the team, I am responsible in organizing the events and managing/coordinating projects.

One of the ongoing project is Plugged Series which aims to provide a ground for both employers and undergraduates/fresh grads to communicate with each other. This will last for 8 weeks and each week, a topic is introduce to moderate this informal discussion.

We had our second one yesterday. I was reminded of my actual passion.

A few weeks ago, I attended some video sharing in Annexe Gallery. It was about the Burmese refugees in Malaysia. I was extremely overwhelmed by their sorrows and sufferings. I was in tears. I felt their pain and at the same time I was helpless. I shared it with my colleague after watching them.

"You can do nothing now. What you can possibly do now is get a way to make money and divert them to the needy."

True.

A guest in Plugged yesterday, Ramkumar shared his life story about how he went about his business and retired.

"I want to help the old folks. I decided to find the easiest way to find a lot of money. My wife loves stones and so I invested in them."

Luck? Passion? Hard work?

I voiced my concern during the session.

"I have great passion in human beings in general especially the underprivileged. At the same time, I have high opportunity cost if I were to pursue my passion wholeheartedly as I bear responsibilities in aiding my family financially."

Elia from Graduan responded to my sharing.

"Grab the chance you have"

Zakir, a great man who found his way to make 1901 a Malaysian brand commented on it as well.

"Chances can be a manifestation. Do what you need to allow yourself to be exposed to chances directing to your ultimate goal."

Optimistic I know.

I told my colleague this just now.

"Everybody know these facts. Whether or not they act according to it is another issue."

Do something today or you die in 2012.