The new year brings new hopes, plans, and opportunities for the future. I've been busy packing a lot of stuff as I prepare to leave Singapore for good by the end of this month. Recently, we celebrated Chinese New Year, and this week marks my last chance to join the festivities at NCS. I've also tendered my resignation and will be returning to the Philippines permanently for personal reasons.
During this period, I've been engrossed in reading The Iron-Blooded Sword Hound. It all started with a YouTube recap of the manhwa, and I eventually pursued reading the web novel. Additionally, my father visited Singapore to spend some time with me before my departure.
As I look forward to the new chapter in the Philippines, I feel a mix of emotions—nostalgia for the memories made in Singapore and excitement for the new experiences that await.
This Month's Quote
One Today is worth Two Tomorrows
― Benjamin Franklin
New Year Celebration
The new year firework just outside the backyard...
After enjoying our Media Noche at home, Joyce and I decided to head out and check out the New Year fireworks. The night sky was filled with vibrant colors and dazzling displays, making it a truly magical experience. Meanwhile, Kat chose to stay in and watch TV, preferring to enjoy the festivities from the comfort of home. It was a perfect blend of celebration and relaxation, and we all welcomed the new year in our own special ways.
Shipments with LBC
Last set of packages to the Philippines...
These two extra large and one large size balikbayan boxes are ready to be shipped to Manila. It's been two years since my last shipment, which coincided with my family's return to the Philippines and my need to shift houses. Packing these boxes has been quite a task, but it's also a reminder of the journey we've been on.
The boxes are filled with items that hold sentimental value, as well as essentials that will make life a bit easier back home. From clothes and shoes to household items and personal mementos, each box represents a part of our story. Preparing for this shipment has made me reflect on the past two years and the adjustments we've made as a family.
Sending these balikbayan boxes not only brings a sense of closure to this chapter but also marks the beginning of a new one. It's a bittersweet feeling, knowing that we are leaving behind a place that has been our home, yet looking forward to reuniting with loved ones and starting fresh in the Philippines.
Chinese New Year Celebration
The lunar new year is a big feast for the Singaporean Chinese communities...
Singapore Chinese New Year is a vibrant celebration, filled with colorful decorations and lively performances. Highlights include the Chinatown Light-Up, River Hongbao, and traditional lion and dragon dances. It's a time of unity, joy, and cultural festivities for everyone to enjoy.
Resignation
My last project team before leaving NCS...
It has been a tough decision, but ultimately a decisive one. The plan to return to the Philippines has been in place since 2020, but we were stuck in Singapore due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The transition back to the Philippines was quite sudden, prompted by Kat's illness. Despite the challenges, we are ready to embrace this new chapter and face whatever comes our way.
Iron-Blooded Sword Hound
Time traveling genre, with a revenge plot against the demons...
Reference material for reading The return of the iron blood sword hound light novel.
Papa Singapore
Trip in SG before I go back to Philippines for good...
Papas' quick Singapore trip right before permanently flying back to Philippines.