Another year has come to pass

So, we have come to the end of another year. I have said it a thousand times, but I am saying it again.
- Time really does fly!
2012 has been... I would not say great, for so many have happened - best and worst. It has been a roller coaster ride for me, I would say - so much so I feel as if I have been hanging onto my dear life on a thread. Seriously. Physically, I had fallen sick numerous times in this one year, ranging from the normal but annoying prolonged cough and flu to Pericoronitis (inflamed wisdom teeth gum - yes, both sides! - The horror!) and even a bad case of urticaria (for days!).
Regardless, here I still stand (or sit, literally - haha!) alive and breathing - and for that, I am thankful.

A good friend has always been there reminding me - even during the lowest times in life, to always ask myself "What are you grateful for in your life today?" 

So, I have learnt to count my blessings, and this has helped me move forward in life.

I am grateful for everything that has happened, regardless of how bad it gets, for everything happens for a reason and by His will, and all these have helped shape me into who I am today. I am still alive and sane today, and I only have God to thank for these.

I am grateful to be blessed with two adorable children - my son, Nathan, and daughter, Mikaela. They are the best gifts and best things that ever happened to me. They grow pretty fast, and they have helped me grow along the way. Despite the mistakes I have made when young and foolish, I could not imagine how my life would have turned out to be without them.

I am grateful for my family and true friends who have always been there for me, through thick and thin, and all the craziness (both in good ways and bad ways) throughout. You have made me realize how truly blessed I am and taught me Unconditional Love, and reminded me that this journey in life is worth its living.

I am grateful for the job I have with the wonderful work environment and boss and colleagues. Awesome energy to keep me fueled and going every day.

Above all these, I am grateful to the Lord Almighty. Through Him, all things are possible. Yet, I still have loads to learn, and correct.

So, 'Farewell' we bid to Year 2012 and a toast for the new Year 2013!
I do not hope for it to be great. This time I will make it awesome!

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Lord, give me the wisdom to know right from wrong, and the strength to do Your will, and not my own.

BLESSED NEW YEAR, EVERYONE!

Fifty Shades

I have finished the Fifty Shades trilogy over a month back, and I loved it. It is no wonder the trilogy is one of the best-selling - fastest-selling paperback of all time, in fact, surpassing the Harry Potter series.

Although labelled the erotic novel, it does not revolve around just that. Really, read the books first before judging. Well, there were BDSM and some 'kinky fuckery', and there were also plain vanilla. There is a reason for the way Christian Grey turns out to be - the need to be in control and dominant. However, these characteristics also made him a pretty successful and wealthy entrepreneur at such a young age.

I love that the author, James used such a wide range of vocabulary in her descriptions throughout the story. I love the twists and the flashbacks included wisely in between. If there is one word I could use to describe this, it would be 'beguiling'.
The ending is beautiful, yet it leaves you wanting more.

Now that they have confirmed a movie based on the book, I cannot wait to see how the casts will play out all the characters. I do hope that Matt Bomer gets cast as Christian Grey (although he is openly gay - Darn. Tsk!)  - so far, the guy fits the bill for a Christian Grey - he looks stunning suit-up, and could pull off the sexy, boyishly carefree/playful look at the same time.

As for the lead female role, I hope Alexis Bledel gets the part. She is everything I have imagined Anastasia Steele to be. Big blue eyes, brunette, innocent charm, fair and rosy.

Ahh, I can't wait - though I doubt the movie would ever be released here, in this country.
Haha!