*** People I met ***
Had a super busy day today. Accompany a friend to do something and bumped into two other persons I know. One of the guy runs a gay youth support group and we have been writing to each other in Trevvy and met briefly in Play. I just realised today that I have smsed the wrong person, thinking the msg goes to this friend. Big boo boo :( Bad social skills from me.
Then the other guy who I met almost 3 yrs ago, came up to me and said 'hi'. He didn't remember my name but my face. :) it is nice for someone who remember you even though you are not properly introduced. Of course, I am pleased to know that he is doing fine and moving on with his life. There were some negative postings about him in Signel and Fridae cos of a really bad incident. I did what I could by responding to those postings, asking the community to think of how to help him instead dwelling on the incident itself. All of us deserved a chance and I am very comforted to know that he is given a chance by his industry professional board.
He smiled to me and told me that he is looking forward to return to his workplace. It is pure joy on his face. He looked very positive, tanned and stronger and is more involved in volunteering. At that point, I really wanted to give him a big friendly hug and tell him I am so glad that the worst is over for him. Now that is a real man, one is able to pull himself up again after a really heavy fall (very publicised as well) and start his life all over again.
*** Soup Spoon ***
There is this really good soup fast food style outlet in Raffles City I frequent. Eugene and I have been there a few times and my favourite is Tokyo Chicken Stew. To be honest, my mother's soup tasted much better but the good service and reasonable price kept me going. You can get a proper and healthy meal at $10, which is a good deal in town.
Two weeks ago, there was a murder case involving the outlet supervisor and a chef. The young supervisor was killed. I was affected by the news and decided to go back to show my support and that the case won't stop me from patronizing them. I told Eugene about it but it was closed when we went back. It was also closed for the second time with LS. It is finally opened during last wednesday's lunch. The staff are still as friendly and professional and are raising funds for the family. I guessed, the best way to help the staff to get over the trauma is to continue patronizing the outlet or making a small donation. At least, that is what I can do.
*** Bianco ***
Today, I joined my OC team who are very busy with preparation at Bianco for our OC English talk. We had good turnout of 60 people, quite a good number for an event at 4pm on a Saturday. I will think the talk is quite a success though we need to improve on the next ones.
The topic was on "Being Gaily Single". As I hear different views, I suddenly recalled the "How full is your life" game by Yoges. I remember my life is 75%, at the time I was in a monogamous relationship. Then it went down to 60% when we broke up. It was a difficult time for me. Within a month or so, it went up to 75%. I shared that with the audience and went on to tell them that, now being single, I am having a relationship with myself by understanding, exploring what are my potential and managing my own feelings and issues. Rediscovering friendships and built new ones. Exploring places I have never been to Singapore such as Dempsey Road. Planning my own studies and career path. I ended short of saying that I do not need a bf cos I know if the right one comes along, I won't deny myself a chance.
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