Its the 31st December and I thought it was a good time to blog before the year closes. 2016 has been a fantastic year for me, and as everyone agrees, it flew. This year had been a really fulfilling year for me. I did so many things that were worth remembering and sharing. In order of dates, I will quickly share my favourite (maybe top 3) times of the year.

My 21st Birthday

I guess for so many of my friends 21st can mean a lot, whilst some don't see a deal for it at all. Back then I didn't have the urge to blog about my life because I thought I wouldn't have the time and motivation. But to me, I felt that it was a day to spend with all my friends and family that I care about, and I wanted to let them know that some special occasions are worth celebrating and I am really thankful for them :')

Here's a credit photo to my beloved who worked hard on my special day:


Others:
Cupcake - hand baked with love by my Cousin, Gilbert
Balloons delivery - Ian 
Photo Booth arranging - Shihui & Ruiqi 
Cake collection - My brother and dasao, and my mother for buying!
Flower Vase and Double Tier cake stand - Julia 

Right now can't think of anymore because my actually 9 months ago!!! And of course my beloved family for being here, running errands and their hospitality to all my friends. I love all of you and thank you for the presents!!! :D

If you guys have any questions on where I get all my props and stuff, you can feel free to ask and I will be glad to help!

Project Xin Yuan 8

I couldn't have been more proud and happy to be part of this dynamic team that I felt was overall responsible and mature. Though it was tiring and tough, the whole long year of planning for a short 2 weeks trip was indeed worthwhile, and could not have been better without them!




Here's a photo with the students at the school! The school we visited was GuangZhou English Training Centre for the Handicapped (also known as GETCH). The students were not just friendly and hospitable to us, but were also really motivated people who never will never stop learning and improving themselves.

I highly encourage people to come out of their comfort zone and join a service project if the school offers you a chance. I understood the culture of others and the differences we may possess. Guangzhou has almost been my favourite place to visit in the past 2 years because the food is good, people are nice (more importantly no language barrier for me) and everything is affordable.

Taiwan

My boyfriend's family and I went for a short 5 day trip to Taiwan after my first ever internship during May-August 2016. It was my 2nd time at Taiwan after 2008 (?). I couldn't remember much back then because I was young and took things for granted..... So this time round, I counted my blessings and wanted to remember (and reminisce 2008) the trip his family had brought to me.



This picture was taken at the Taiwan Zoo that was extremely huge. (Maybe Singapore Zoo comparatively is just smaller because the animals were all condensed and clustered together).

I really want to share more photos and my experience here on my blog. It is partially for me to look back and remember the special moments I had. Here's another typical shot at Shi Fen.

Johor Bahru Trip