Just like the name of this blog, 2009 was indeed a amazing Roller-Coaster ride for Rupster. Its been a tough learning experience. But those tough moments is the strongest and most important ingredient to help Rupster get even stronger.
Every phase of 2009 has been a learning experience. As tough as it could be, family and friends were always there to throw out their support and encouragement to continue with all the demanding battles. So much of family gatherings, friends reunions, and lots more of fun and sorrow.
Classes for 2009 amazingly sailed through very well. Results? Were as expected. But still could do better just by aiming higher. Finishing group assignments were never that easy but that is what Rupster loves the most. The most important secret is we got to learn and tolerate. Give and take should always be there. Try being in the shoes of your group member. Help them as much as you could. And the results would be AMAZING.
For family, there were so many happenings. Many many gatherings. A few deaths. A few weddings. A few births as well. Yes. The family is very much expending. That is because everyone is in the age of marriage. Thus, definately there are many additions to the family. Family disputes? What is a family without any disputes. Its all about give and take. If you get yourself in it. Find a way out, talk things out and definitely it is all done. If you are unhappy, say it out. Family is all about understanding. There is no point having disputes because the world is too small and at the end of the day, family still comes number 1. No matter how bad the situation could be, 1 day or rather we would face each other back. Despite what ever disputes you have with each other always remember to show up and show your support where ever needed. Though you've been ignored just be there. It may be their day today, you'll never know when your time is to come. Believe and trust in Karma.
Friends had really played quite a big role to Rupster too this year. Like Rupster had mentioned earlier, it has been quite a year. They have been there throughout though we have been having our internal issues. But still, at the end of the day we all unite as one. Many old and long lost friends had also come back to the circle. Some have been away for years and they finally made their way back to the circle. As friends we accept them open kindheartedly. Not forgetting even their other half's have also joined the clan. Now planning fro outings have been a bit difficult due to the large number. But we still get to accommodate almost everyone. Like the ones that have come in, some have even left. They choose to leave thus we cant stop them. If they do decide to come back, there are very much welcomed back.
Its been a year of new people venturing into each and everyone's life. All that can be done for now and would be done is to cherish each and every single person you have around you. Love them with all your heart. Understand the people you are surrounded with.
Holidays has also been something that's always been looked forward too. Well Rupster does not only wait for holidays to go on trips but during the semesters also Rupster goes to places. 2009 was a year of covering up South of Malaysia. Not that Rupster has never ventured into the South part of Malaysia but it is the experience you get each time you go. Each time you go you see something new and learn great new stuffs as well. 2009 venturing was to Malacca, Johore, Port Dickson and towards the North would definitely be Penang and all its glorious food!
As for International, Rupster ventured to some parts of South India and as well as a little of Singapore. Being in India was one great experience by itself. Lots have been seen and many unanswered questions has been answered. Going for vacations is not only about relaxing the mind. But it is also the time that we get to spend time with family and friends. This is where we tend to learn more about each other and at the same time learn about places and its history as well.
A very knowledgeable year it has been. It has Rupster so much that now she knows who she could rely on when the time comes. People come and people go. We choose if want them in or want them out. After all, learning occurs all life long. There is no end to learning. You learn about life every second, every minute, every hour, every day, every month and every year. Its through all these teachings that we determine how we want our life to be. There is no pint on depending on people because they could just ditch you along the way and say 'I don't know you. Why should i help you". Not only a stranger would do that but also your very own loved family members and even friends.
No matter what happens life still goes on. Those who choose to be with you will definately be with you. Lets those who have left leave. If they choose to come back they are very much welcomed.
That's the round up for 2009. Hope 2010 would be an interesting journey to sail into.
At KLIA while waiting to board the plane
The bus that we took up to the Marudhamalai Temple.
Shopping!!!
Madurai Meenakchi Temple view from our hotel
This was at the Sri Lankan Refugee Camp. Where we distributed clothes and money for the refugees.
Lunch time...
India and its famouse "tunjuk perasaan"
Our bus that was our true best friend for the whole 10 days
In the train on the way back from Banglore to Chennai
