still waiting ...

It seems such a long time since I last blogged. So much has happened and so much has changed. Finally, I experienced the happiness which i thought will never come to me again. Walking further and further from the past, I am so much a happier person now.

I miss New York. I miss you. Distance has kept us apart. But you will forever have a special place in my heart.

But what lies ahead? I want to live in NY. Who's there for me? I am still waiting.

praying for time to stop now.

i'm wishing for christmas to come but it would mean that i'll have to go soon. i'm loving new york so much, so attached to everything, i really can't bear to think of leaving. siggghhh.

ambiguity breeds confusion.

I am blogging because

1. I am bored
2. I don't feel like studying
3. I am confused

???

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MUM & I love you!

Dear mum,
Your daughter's missing you so much now. On this special day that's your birthday, I'm sending my wishes from New York to wish you good health and happiness everyday of your life. I'm really thankful to you for being my mum and giving me so much love and support everywhere I go. I'm glad brother gave you such a sweet birthday celebration. See?! You're being loved by all of us and you're be blessed for being the BEST MUM in the world.
Love you always,
Fen

I have created facebook to upload my photos at NYC, can view there. Anyways, these are some recent ones. Some highlights: I went to Pennsylvania 2 weeks ago, Liberty Island last week, NY Yankees vs Toronto Blue Jays game last Friday. Will be going to Chinatown to experience the mid-autumn festival mood tomorrow, going to watch Lion King on Broadway on Wed. More to come! But I'm really very busy with school and with some community work here too. SO may not be updating often. But miss all my friends in SG.

Memorable Birthday 7th Sept 2007

i wanted to visit central park








the most beautiful park i have been to








i love the view of the lake with the skyscrapers in the background








it's amazing how alluring this park is. even just lying down on a mat or reading a book can make one feel so good.








we had a mini-picnic








and this is one of my closer friends here. she is the first person i know from stern orientation - maria from mexico








these two friends from spain - cristina and noelia








another of my closer friends cum housemate - kate from slovakia. Ok, i'm going to remember what kate said to me cos it's the sweetest thing i've ever heard from a girlfriend - that i have the sweetest smile she has ever seen from anyone in her life and "when esther smiles, everything's perfect".. wow ... =)








check out the ducks swimming over to shore








and me feeding them with bread











central park is huge and i can't wait to go back to catch it in fall. If I have more time, i'll set up facebook to upload all the photos.











AND when we went back dorm to wash up, they surprised ME with a birthday cake!










i didn't expect it at all since i thought we would just have an outing at central park








pics abit blur, cos i tink i didn't set my camera properly plus the person who took it not very skillful too, lol








i was really touched by these people whom i've only known for 2 weeks








it was an oreo ice-cream cake...yummy! and credit goes to jeremiah and alex who bought it








i had some other gifts and cards. later we went out for some drinks and to experience the nightlife in nyc. i didn't expect so much fun but it was really a great birthday for me.

September 11, 2001

Today marks the sixth anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. To commemorate that day, there is a memorial walk from Washington Square Park to Ground Zero - joining the leaders of NYU's Jewish, Muslim, Catholic and Christian communities as well representatives of New York City Police Department, the New York City Fire Department, and NYU Public Safety Department.

I really really want to go! But, I have 2 assignments due tomorrow and i'm still stuck at the futures homework! And yah i feel that it's so tough to balance life here as an exchange student - because I want to explore the city and participate in activities, and yet school is so demanding and I do want to do well. I already had my first quiz in class yesterday. Arh..... But at least i signed up for a core aerobics course just now.

I still don't have the time to post my birthday celebration pics up. Will do soon. Back to my assignments first.

Happy Birthday to me!

I'm entitled to 3 birthday wishes!

1. Get a good summer internship in an investment bank

2. Do well for my honours thesis

3. Meet my special one (oooooo.......) lol