Ryan's 7th Birthday

We had 2 celebrations for him. One with the family and the other at his daycare. Of course the enjoyed the latter more as he was surrounded by his friends. It was a simple celebration and it was good to see he and his friends enjoying themselves eating and chatting.

He's still into Pokemon and hence he choose a cake (from Secret Recipe) with a picture of Turtwig. I was surprised as I thought he would have opt for Ash with Pikachu. Nevermind, as long as birthday boy is happy. The chocolate cake was very nice.

As for his present, he asked and we got him a set of 3 red coloured bakugan battle brawlers. He was estatics, so needless to say, he's one very happy birthday boy. And we hope he will happy and healthy for many, many, many more birthdays to come.

I am in control

The last few months were tiring and challenging. Work is as hectic as ever and deadlines are deadlines, period. It's not only work......I feel that I'm letting others and situations to dictate my emotions....and yes, this is bad. Generally, I just feel as if I'm no longer in control of my own emotions.

However, my aha-moment was during one of my conversation with my better half. He said "you are a victim only if your allow yourself to be one". (Adapted from a quotation from Eleanor Roosevelt; "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent"). I thought about it, long and hard. He's more objective than me as I'm more emotional...and yes, he's right.

That was a few days ago and I am slowly getting back into my old routine....deadlines are still deadlines...yes, but something can wait.......and that includes my blackberry.