Its been quite a long while since I last blogged. Time has really flew past, in the blink of an eye, special sem is over for me. And to think that it was six weeks ago that I lamented that I would never be able to learn thai, that I have to go back to school 3 times a week, 3-4hours per session in the wee hours of the morning, that I could never understand a single word the teacher was saying. The thai exam was today, and the oral exam was on wednesday and for once, I believe that I would do well(moderately I hope). The gratification came when I suddenly realized that I could converse in Thai, albeit not very fluently. The learning curve for language is very steep, I was muddling through the first few weeks when it suddenly hit me whambang that hey, I actually finally know what was going on. From constantly having to refer to my trusty notebook where all my translations were, to not being able to hold a proper conversation without referring to notes, and finally to being able to carry on a conversation minus notes.

I must say it has been a most enjoyable summer course, being able to meet new and interesting people and being closer to them than I normally would in a normal semester. And of course the teachers were all very nice and friendly. In a way, I would miss having classes, but its now time to move on, and move on I shall- by working..

I would be starting work next week at Fosters in Holland village. How ironic that I would now be working there when I used to patronize them for their scones which are really out of this world.(maybe I would get to bring some home for free..heh). My mother thought I was out of my mind and insisted that being a waitress was very lowly. I staunchly stood my stand and insisted that it was a decent job which will allow me to learn new things. For all my outward stand, it is with trepidation that I start work next week. After all, I am not known to be a klutz for nothing. And people have been telling me that it is not easy being in the service industry. I could have easily applied for an office job I know. But it just occurred to me to try something different and also give me the flexibilty of having more time instead of being confined 9-5 in an office job. So I shall muster up all my enthusiasim and gaiety for this job. I don't know what to expect, but I expect it would be fun, and I think I would give it my best shot. Wish me luck!