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Monday, November 9, 2009 // 2:25 AM

Growing up. literally and figuratively.

Today was a day of self-realisation. Looking at the people here, its easy for anyone to fall in love with the girls here but one of my objectives of this trip was to be a better person and learn new things that could make things better back home. In a short few weeks, plenty of objectives have been met and others still in the process.

So here's something I'd like to share.

When my group arrived in Hanoi, we were scared (so was I). Fear. Something we all felt but just didnt show. On this day however, things have escalated. Religious questions answered, tests of character and attitude and also courage.

We've managed getting around Hanoi despite the language barriers (a real test of communication!). We've only got lost ONCE
We've done our cooking and washing (HAND WASHING MIND YOU! we NEVER used a washing machine because its spoiled and laundry services are unreliable)
We're all in good health and exercising.
Work has begun to be more challenging and worth the time.
BEING THRIFTY ALSO! After all this time, I've only spent 200 sing dollars!

And lastly, my group has agreed to join in with my sandwich business as part of our major project! I daresay it'll be starting up when we return.

But the best lessons I've learnt are humility and courage. Being humble with the locals, staff, my groupmates (NO flirting also!), placing others before self and the courage to do what is right from what is EASY (and often wrong).

The time here has also allowed me to think more clearly and define future goals without much thought or trepidation is simply wonderful.

As days go by, I'm starting to be certain that my purpose in life is for one ideal and that is simply to serve others. More than half the time, I find pleasure and satisfaction in serving people and find discomfort when being served..even by waiters or cleaners in Singapore.

I guess contributing to something to make it grow for its own good is something that I enjoy more than anything else.(whether its appreciated or not doesnt matter)

I'll be back when you call me; no need to say goodbye