things I wanted to say but couldn't-

Bumping into you at the graduate studies talk today made me realise why everything happened the way it did two years ago.

Never knew you were keen to further your studies/interested in research but I'm glad you're considering (for yourself, that is). Never let that attractive determined nature of yours disappear please.

I'm sorry I didn't know how to react when I saw you. I honestly wanted to smile and nod, but I just couldn't. Give me time, one day I will be able to smile and nod at you like a stranger.

That aside, only 20 weeks left to go. 加油 for whatever you are doing and good luck if you're applying.

this too shall pass-

as I was on my way to school for biomaterials test today I saw/read this, which was one of my favourite verses, and it sparked a moment of reflection during my 20-minute bus ride:

因为他的怒气不过是转眼之间; 他的恩典乃是一生之久。

一宿虽然有哭泣, 早晨便必欢呼。

(诗30:5) 

the past four weeks haven't exactly been easy.
not because work has been hectic - in fact this is my slackest semester in four years,
but because of my personal struggles - with myself, with my thoughts, with God, etc.

I am thankful for the people you have placed around me recently Lord, be it close friends or brothers/sisters in Christ in my course, and for consistently reminding me of Your love and faithfulness when I am down, even though I tend to turn a blind eye to these small reminders.