Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Uncertainties

I've only 2 months left of college before I take my A Levels exams and graduate, like finally. The past 15 months had been crazy, with many ups and downs (mostly downs) and I just can't wait to get this phase of my life over and done with.

I have so many plans lined up for my 3 months break before I start uni and go on a whole other journey, but that's mainly just so I have something to look forward to.

Recently I've been contemplating the meaninglessness of it all, but I'm trying to push those thoughts aside bc it's beyond disruptive to my motivation and productivity.






That's all for now! x

Friday, January 27, 2017

IGCSE results

It had been 2 months since my IGCSE examinations as the day towards results day was approaching. I was definitely dreading the day as I had already expected the worse, knowing what I was going through when I sat for it. I even tweeted this lol.



So I went to school with an anxious spirit. And I literally couldn't believe it when I saw my statement of results.

I managed to score 6A*s, 3As and 1B. And I actually cried. :') My only B was just 2 marks away from an A so even though I was a little bumped out about that, keeping in mind that I failed that subject for my trials, even getting a B so close to an A was pretty much a miracle, so I'm really grateful.

I'm well aware my results weren't exactly that best of the best, but it was far better than what I had ever expected or deserve, and I am so so thankful.

Sometimes looking back I do feel like I could have done better, because of what I was going through during my papers. But most of the time I am still in awe of how the most impossible had just happened.

God is so so so so good and He is so gracious. I have no words. ❤️ Thank you God, for taking everything away from me only to give me so much more.

To those who are just as contented with their results as I am, congratulations :) and I am so happy for you. All your hard work has finally paid off, just as they should have.

And to those who may be disappointed in their results, please know that these grades aren't definite and they certainly do not define who you are. They do not determine your future. There is still so many more opportunities for you out there, and as long as you continue to work towards your goals, you will get there. You have so much more to offer, please don't give up here.



Love always,
Janelle

Friday, November 25, 2016

Back in the game.

"We jump into things in life as we have our mind-set on how things are going to go, we have our ground rules laid out, and we know what we want. At least, that is what we think. We tend to think that we are in control. We tend to think that we’ve got it all figured out. We tend to think that we can see things coming."

Recently I've had a lot of time to myself to think. My hectic high school life is over and I finally had some time to spend with myself.

I finally started caring for myself again. I fed myself healthy foods, put myself to bed early and allowed myself to do the things I loved, which I had restricted myself from doing so as I had previously thought that I should focus more on important things. But all these are important, which is what I've came to realise.

I think this year came most to a surprise to me. I've done things I never thought I could and I've met people I never thought I would. Everything happened so unexpectedly. And it was also by far the worst year of my entire life.

I used to be so sure of myself; the things I believed in and where I stood. But this year had left me questioning myself. I was in doubt and I fell back into old habits. It was honestly by far the worst, but it did bring me out wiser.

I learnt a lot this year. I learnt that people don't keep to their promises, and some only make them to break them. I learnt that sometimes when people break your heart, they probably don't deserve a second chance. If they could do something to you for the first time, what is stopping them from doing it again?

I really messed up my IGCSE examinations. I took the papers while I was going through something and I was so distracted and just couldn't concentrate. I wasn't exactly in the healthiest state of mind when I sat for it, so I'm quite upset about that, just bc I know that I could do so much better.

On the bright side, I managed to secure a job hehe. It has probably been a dream of mine to get a job since I was 14 and now it's actually coming true. I just thought it'd be a fun experience and I would be able to earn an extra income so I could stop depending so much on my parents for money. So if you're ever around the area, do drop by Inside Scoop, Bangsar to visit hehe.

And this entire year is coming to an end, which I am beyond glad for. I just wish next year things might change? Maybe things might get better. But this is what I've been hoping for every year, but it just seems to get progressively worse. But all I could do is hope for the best.

There are so many plans that I had been wanting to carry out for the longest time and I am finally able to. I hope this holiday would be a productive one and that I'd feel better soon. And there'll definitely be a lot more updates coming from me so do stay tuned!

Thanks for reading.
Lots of love,

Sunday, October 30, 2016

x

Thing have been really heavy these days
Can I just drop everything and leave?

Can I be somewhere else?
Any place is better

I just don't want to be here
I just don't want to exist 

x J

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

An Adventure

My friends and I visited Taman Botani in Putrajaya for a cycle. One random day in school, Hannah suggested we go there to cycle during the holidays, and so that's what we did.


We rode on the KTM all the way to Kajang where Hannah's dad came to pick us up.



And of course I had to bring my camera along bc photo opportunities are never one to miss.












Celine looking as gorgeous as ever!




















The scenery was beautiful and we spent more than ample time there just admiring the beauty of God's creation.

I hope we'll get to go back there again soon.
xx,
Janelle



Sunday, May 15, 2016

Live.

Hello lovelies! Just a quick update before I dive back into my Chemistry books.

It's been 3 days since my final IGCSE paper for Malay. I'm officially done with BM for the rest of my life wheee! Haha, kidding, I'll probably always have Bahasa Melayu in my life, considering I'm a Malaysian. Not that I'm complaining tho. I think it's super interesting how our nation is so multilingual.

So just yesterday I disconnected my phone. I turned off the wifi and my mobile data. No more internet access. And honestly, I've been feeling so amazing. It may be feel odd and unusual at first, but once you get used to it, you realise how the online/virtual world is so delusional. Everyone is making something out of nothing. I still go on Youtube and Blogger and all on my laptop, if not I won't even be able to write this haha. But I'm been refraining from Instagram and Twitter, where all the negativity is, or at least for me.

Body image and mental health has been such a big issue over the years, due to the perfect image people are portraying and conveying to the viewers on social media. I'm sure they meant no harm, but the viewers might perceive a different message. Social media can be toxic, and sometimes you just need a break.

And I really feel like once you start surrounding yourself with positive vibes, you really start to see things from a whole new perspective. The world is so big, yet here you are restrained in your own room. There is so much more out there left for you to explore, so many more adventures to go on, yet you're being worked up over something so small.



Been sipping on a cup of apple cider whilst I was typing this and now I'm feeling sad again. Maybe alcohol wasn't the best idea.

love,
Janelle

Sunday, May 8, 2016

Mothers' Day // BreadFruits

For Mother's Day this year, my family and I decided to drop by BreadFruits near Taman Desa for lunch after church since it was nearby.

Here's what we ordered:

Wild Honey & Sunny

Lemony Rosemary Salmon Pasta

Brunch Pasta w 7 min egg

Tangy Tomato Chorizo




It was my second time at BreadFruits. My first visit was to the one in Desa Sri Hartamas which was much smaller and busier when I went a few years ago.

The price was still reasonable as it costed around RM20 for a pasta but the serving was rather big and very filling. We order a meal each but we could definitely have shared 3 meals among 4. (maybe we're just small eaters haha)


BreadFruits @ Taman Desa
Address: Lot G13, Ground Floor, Podium block, Faber Towers, Taman Desa
Phone: +60374976915
Opening hours: Weekdays 10am-10pm, Weekends 9am-10pm

BreakFruits @ Desa Sri Hartamas
Address: No. 17, Jalan 26/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Wilayah Persekutuan, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: +603-62010090
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am-9:00pm

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Also, a blessed Mothers' Day to all the mums out there! Often of times your love gets overlooked and your sacrifice goes unappreciated but today is the day we honour and celebrate your unconditional and never-ending love and patience for us.




Some pictures with my mum. Love you ♡

xx,
Janelle