Regrets exist to remind us of the lessons learnt..

Recently, I been caught up in tons of work that my fountain of inspirations dried up. The thoughts were all running around in all directions, sometimes a thought would pop up while I walked to the station, in the toilet etc.. But its just not significant enough to be penned down..

Well.. regrets are feelings that are really awful to have. It represents a 'wrong' decision being made from the perspective of the party involved. But what exactly is a right or wrong decision?

There is no definite answer. Its all in a matter of perspective, rather subjective. If the decision had not been made, how will it reveal that its wrong? Similarly, how do you know if that choice which you did not made is the right one? The wrong decision does not mean that the one that is not chosen is correct..

Somehow, it boils down to the fact that there is uncertainty hence regrets will exist in one form or another. Because of the uncertainty element, we have to make a choice. But the outcome of the choice does not lie in our control.

Assuming I make the wrong choice, I will regret that I did not chose that decision. But if I have chosen the correct choice, the situation will be very different. And who knows, I may also regret and till that time, the right choice will seem like a wrong choice afterall. Doesn't it seem like a cycle?

Afterall, life is a cycle.. So it should not be a suprise even if the 'right/ wrong' decision making is a cycle too. When I tried to probe further, it seems that its because of uncontentment that's why regrets appear. Human beings always expect the best scenario or the 'right scenario' but its not often within control. In short, you do not get what you want.

Thats why feelings like 'I should have chosen that' arose. Regrets exist to remind us to be content with what we have or used to have. If we are thankful to count the blessings we have, then regrets will not be called regrets.. It will be called gratitude..

After sorting out those criss-crossed thoughts, I feel abit clearer..but the picture is still fuzzy.. But that is not important, the essence is to have gratitude for what is available in the present moment. Even if its regret, turn them into gratitude by being thankful for the lessons it carries along..

What does ur Birth Date Mean?

Your Birthdate: February 7

Born on the 7th day of month gives you a tendency to be something of a perfectionist and makes you more individualistic in many ways. Your mind is good at deep mental analysis and complicated reasoning. You are very psychic and sensitive, and you should usually follow your hunches. You may not take orders too well, so you may want to work alone or in a situation where you can be the boss. This birthday gives a tendency to be somewhat self-centered and a little stubborn.

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

The peace within the chaos..

This entry represents my gratitude to all those who have made Shan You Big Sing an amazing success...

It was a day of finding the peace within the chaos...

From the start, the weather wasn't exactly in a good mood.. Gloomy & rained in a few areas of Singapore.. Still fresh in my memory, I remembered that the offerings to Wei Tuo Pu Sa during Vesak@Orchard worked wonders...

Hence, this time round, this is a must on the checklist.. Incredibly, the weather held really well throughout the night, bringing with it cool breezes.. Thanks to Chingwi who prayed together with me to Wei Tuo Pu Sa to make the event a success..A big thank you to all the devas & sentient beings who helped in some ways..

Well.. of course the team of people I worked with was wonderful! Darryl was the clean-up in charge and he was superb.. Almost frequently, I would see him patrolling around checking the dustbins.. Credit had to be given to the volunteers under him as well which included Bernard, Ivan, Amos, Vincent and Andy..

Ticketing in charge was of course by the BFG..Big Friendly Giant Kah Hoe..Geez..I think he would kill me if he knew I called him by this.. his team included Chingwi, Cell, Hong Bros, Qisen and me!! Tearing tickets had never been any exciting and chaotic ever..

Admist the chaos, we had the crowd in order..(breath) everything in order despite the SIA gal's drama.... Everyone had great fun especially when we became Shan You Dancing Group.. Whatever ego and pride I had were all thrown to the wind allowing myself to indulge in the craziness with the YM team..

Through this event, I got to know Amos, Andy and Hong Seng better.. Geez.. never judge a book by it cover.. Thought they were quiet but well ...they were dynamic.. the essence of YM spirit..

Of course, Shan You staff were wonderful in answering our endless questions..We must be the most problematic volunteers ever.. but well too used to it..Thanks to their hard work and efforts in making this event a success too!!

Hmm.. my feelings should be more or less covered... To end it all.. doing volunteering work is always wonderful..There is the feeling of a peaceful touch to the pumping of the heart..

Be grateful to all around us for we are really indeed fortunate.. If you are into voluntary, do continue to contribute to society.. If you are not, please give it a shot..You'll not regret it..