January 31, 2010 marks the day where my life at Starbucks has come to an end.
I will miss the customers and maybe some partners there, but I definitely will not miss the job and my wage... I never got my raise that I was suppose to get... and ended up only getting a 10 cent raise near the last couple of weeks of my shift... yes... for the all the crap that I do... I, myself think I am a pretty hardworking and responsible person.... a 10 cent raise is just very lame... it's like mocking me... and my ability to be a competent shift supervisor, especially when I am clearly so much more competent than... everyone else there. Sadly, no one will ever get a raise fairly there, so I won't complain... But I cannot believe being treated like this at work... and I was nice enough to give a 6 week notice.... oh well, it just simply concludes that my career at Starbucks is done... forever!
As I leave this workplace, Starbucks will eventually become "middle-aged woman going through menopause"-land very very soon - with angry, i-cant-handle-stress and easily-pissed off humans working... and the older generation.. will replace the newer generation... it will never be the same anymore.
So long, Starbucks! You will not be missed.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Healing that never ends
I received something in the mail today from a friend in Calgary. After reading the letter, it reminded me that God is truly a miraculous healer - and He will never stop healing our wounds.
"He heals the brokenhearted
and binds up their wounds. " -- Psalm 147:3
"He heals the brokenhearted
and binds up their wounds. " -- Psalm 147:3
Sunday, January 24, 2010
A wedding invitation
What a pleasant surprise.
On my way walking into the church this morning, I saw an old friend that I have lost connections with since Junior High. She waved me down and said she has something for me. I was curious what it could be, and she slowly pulls out this red envelope from her bag and passed it to me.
An invitation to her wedding ceremony on February 20, 2010!
I still remember how we met at church in grade 3 and how we had similar backgrounds! She was one of the first people I met upon coming to Edmonton. She was considered one of my best friends pretty much from then until Junior High. Junior High and High School totally changed things, a lot of shifts and changes.... and we never talked much anymore since then. There were times where I tried to "fix" our friendship, but nothing happened. Up until University years, I was upset and angry because I felt like things were not the same again.
I think this invitation brought some kind of miraculous healing from God. I am so very happy for her because she has found the one, and I am glad to know that we are still friends even though we never talk anymore.
On my way walking into the church this morning, I saw an old friend that I have lost connections with since Junior High. She waved me down and said she has something for me. I was curious what it could be, and she slowly pulls out this red envelope from her bag and passed it to me.
An invitation to her wedding ceremony on February 20, 2010!
I still remember how we met at church in grade 3 and how we had similar backgrounds! She was one of the first people I met upon coming to Edmonton. She was considered one of my best friends pretty much from then until Junior High. Junior High and High School totally changed things, a lot of shifts and changes.... and we never talked much anymore since then. There were times where I tried to "fix" our friendship, but nothing happened. Up until University years, I was upset and angry because I felt like things were not the same again.
I think this invitation brought some kind of miraculous healing from God. I am so very happy for her because she has found the one, and I am glad to know that we are still friends even though we never talk anymore.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
APT Placement...
It's 2:28am, and I am staring blankly at my computer screen trying to feel tired so I can go to sleep before my shift at 6:30am....
January 22, 2010 was a big day for all Faculty of Education students who are doing their IPTs and APTs, because that's when they find out where their placements are. Well, like everyone else, I found out where my placement is... my mind currently is thinking through things, and I am praying for some guidance in how things should be the way God wanted it to be.
I trust that God will take care of everything, especially what is on my mind right now, and when it's time, I will share with you all :)
January 22, 2010 was a big day for all Faculty of Education students who are doing their IPTs and APTs, because that's when they find out where their placements are. Well, like everyone else, I found out where my placement is... my mind currently is thinking through things, and I am praying for some guidance in how things should be the way God wanted it to be.
I trust that God will take care of everything, especially what is on my mind right now, and when it's time, I will share with you all :)
Monday, January 18, 2010
The sad life of a professional procrastinator...
10:30pm: Home time from work (8 more shifts left with Starby's)
11:00pm: Start on STS assignment
12:00am: Start... on assignment again (after MULTIPLE distractions)
2:30am: Finish Part 1 (2 pages) - start Part 2 (2-4 pages)
3:30am: Spent 15 minutes in the washroom with my beloved toilet bowl... throwing up nothing.. but acid... still feeling nauseous and lightheaded... >.<"" 3:35am: Part 2 of assignment half complete...
4:04am: Part 2 almost complete.... nap time. :(
7:01am: Wake up time... aiyaaaa!
Lesson learned: Never procrastinate? However, I still procrastinate.... after almost 6 years of University.... this...is...so... sad.
11:00pm: Start on STS assignment
12:00am: Start... on assignment again (after MULTIPLE distractions)
2:30am: Finish Part 1 (2 pages) - start Part 2 (2-4 pages)
3:30am: Spent 15 minutes in the washroom with my beloved toilet bowl... throwing up nothing.. but acid... still feeling nauseous and lightheaded... >.<"" 3:35am: Part 2 of assignment half complete...
4:04am: Part 2 almost complete.... nap time. :(
7:01am: Wake up time... aiyaaaa!
Lesson learned: Never procrastinate? However, I still procrastinate.... after almost 6 years of University.... this...is...so... sad.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Unashamed
I feel overwhelmed.I am stressed. It's been like this pretty much since school started. A lot of ups and downs, just like a roller coster ride. There were times this past week where I broke down into tears, cried, and shed tears. My heart has never felt so shattered before, the pain feels like as if someone stabbed right through my heart.
People say that a picture is worth more than a thousand words. I agree to that, but for me, I'd say that lyrics represent my feelings and thoughts. I came across this song as I was driving to work today. Thank you for granting me peace in my life, God. I am thankful and blessed, because I know God still loves me and you no matter what we go through. He never gives up on us.
I have not much
To offer You
Not near what You deserve
But still I come
Because Your cross
Has placed in me my worth
Oh, Christ my King
Of sympathy
Whose wounds secure my peace
Your grace extends
To call me friend
Your mercy sets me free
And I know I'm weak
I know I'm unworthy
To call upon Your name
But because of grace
Because of Your mercy
I stand here unashamed
I can't explain
This kind of love
I'm humbled and amazed
That You'd come down
From heavens heights
And greet me face to face
Here I am at Your feet
In my brokeness complete
People say that a picture is worth more than a thousand words. I agree to that, but for me, I'd say that lyrics represent my feelings and thoughts. I came across this song as I was driving to work today. Thank you for granting me peace in my life, God. I am thankful and blessed, because I know God still loves me and you no matter what we go through. He never gives up on us.
I have not much
To offer You
Not near what You deserve
But still I come
Because Your cross
Has placed in me my worth
Oh, Christ my King
Of sympathy
Whose wounds secure my peace
Your grace extends
To call me friend
Your mercy sets me free
And I know I'm weak
I know I'm unworthy
To call upon Your name
But because of grace
Because of Your mercy
I stand here unashamed
I can't explain
This kind of love
I'm humbled and amazed
That You'd come down
From heavens heights
And greet me face to face
Here I am at Your feet
In my brokeness complete
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
"Don't worry about it..."
This is what my brother and I talk about when we converse...
Me: "I ate my lunch cold today..."
Bro: "Why?"
Me: "I didn't have time to go find a microwave and I was starving."
Bro: "Oh...what did you have?"
Me: "Rice, chicken and broccoli"
Bro: "Um...I don't think the chicken wasn't cooked enough...I had some today and the bones were a bit red."
Me: "Oh em gee!! Dang...thanks for telling me now..I didn't get sick from it...but still.. why did you tell me?" T__T
Bro: "Don't worry about it, don't think about it!"
I love my brother =)
School has been going well so far, one assignment down...more to come... a bit nervous about my practicum... a bit nervous about the assignments... and REALLY nervous about finding a job...only 3ish more weeks of classes left... and I'll be done AGAIN. It feels weird to be graduating... AGAIN... Hm, my mind has been quite...full lately. But on the other hand, I passed China 414 and only 10 more shifts at Starbucks.
A very exciting note: my friends and I are sponsoring a child through World Vision! It's REALLY exciting to have a second child ^^ I cannot believe it has been two years since I have sponsored Hilda. By the way, she wrote me a Christmas card! I feel satisfied being able to help out with the needy.
I have a really packed week ahead of me. Will update soon enough ^__^ Have a blessed week!
Me: "I ate my lunch cold today..."
Bro: "Why?"
Me: "I didn't have time to go find a microwave and I was starving."
Bro: "Oh...what did you have?"
Me: "Rice, chicken and broccoli"
Bro: "Um...I don't think the chicken wasn't cooked enough...I had some today and the bones were a bit red."
Me: "Oh em gee!! Dang...thanks for telling me now..I didn't get sick from it...but still.. why did you tell me?" T__T
Bro: "Don't worry about it, don't think about it!"
I love my brother =)
School has been going well so far, one assignment down...more to come... a bit nervous about my practicum... a bit nervous about the assignments... and REALLY nervous about finding a job...only 3ish more weeks of classes left... and I'll be done AGAIN. It feels weird to be graduating... AGAIN... Hm, my mind has been quite...full lately. But on the other hand, I passed China 414 and only 10 more shifts at Starbucks.
A very exciting note: my friends and I are sponsoring a child through World Vision! It's REALLY exciting to have a second child ^^ I cannot believe it has been two years since I have sponsored Hilda. By the way, she wrote me a Christmas card! I feel satisfied being able to help out with the needy.
I have a really packed week ahead of me. Will update soon enough ^__^ Have a blessed week!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Happy 2010!
It is past 3am, and I just got back not long ago from my very first date and my very first meal of the year with my xiao shrub, we celebrated 2010 with a late 2am meal at McDonald's.
We both went to church for an event called "The Resolution", which was a worship night hosted by TYFers. It was from 10pm to 1am, and I would have to say, it was the best way to end the year of 2009, and a good start to the year of 2010. Throughout the night, we sang a lot of worship songs (old and new), people shared their lives, and we had prayer time in groups. It was quite the refresher, especially after Winter Con. Amen to such a great kickoff to the year!!
Well, it's getting late. I will be blogging more regularly =) Happy New Year, everyoneeee!
We both went to church for an event called "The Resolution", which was a worship night hosted by TYFers. It was from 10pm to 1am, and I would have to say, it was the best way to end the year of 2009, and a good start to the year of 2010. Throughout the night, we sang a lot of worship songs (old and new), people shared their lives, and we had prayer time in groups. It was quite the refresher, especially after Winter Con. Amen to such a great kickoff to the year!!
Well, it's getting late. I will be blogging more regularly =) Happy New Year, everyoneeee!
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