December 27, 2005
Cold start
Contrary to the title, my first day of the semester went quite well (except for the part where I forgot to bring my student card along.)to my surprise, I woke up five minutes before my alarm clock ring. The best thing is, I was fresh and ready for the day ahead, unlike every other day where I’d have to drag my lifeless limb off the bed. Driving to UM was exceptionally
well due to the light traffic. Sadistically, I’m actually happy that others take some time to warm up for a days work, leaving me with a nice semi empty street to race on. It took only five minutes to reach the gates of UM.
Thankfully that the Science Faculty canteen has porridge, since I’m not a breakfast person, so I don’t need much to fuel me through out the day.
The first lesson of the day. Integrated Pest Management, thought by Azidah. Quite a cheerful and outgoing lady. But the best part is, Grace is taking the course too. Yup, the future model is there. Didn’t get a chance to talk to her though. I was actually on a hurry to the library until I just remembered that I forgot my student card. All was not lost though, I used the extra time I had to read up on the latest announcement from the admin, find the classes for my upcoming lessons and look up the results for the previous semester. Speaking of which, I aced
EMS
I was very surprised since all my friends who took the paper before me complained how though it was. What’s my secret? 3 weeks study leave dedicated just for that paper alone. Bear in mind that I didn’t memorized the ENTIRE subject. I only focused on key topics highlighted by Dr. Azarae, the ever lovable lecturer for that course and also the facilitator for this year’s project paper.
The next lesson was thought by Ismail Mat and knowing this guy, it’s practically stress free around him. So stress free that he didn’t even show up for the first lesson. Thus leaving me with more time to burn.
What other better use of time other than to apologize to two beautiful girls whom I’ve broken my promises to. Only so much can be amend by the word “sorry”, which I think isn’t enough. I really meant it, and it’s symbolized by crystal pendants on a chain plated with white gold. Though I didn’t spend much time there (I didn’t want to disturb them working actually) I was quite reluctant to leave. Really missed the old days when all of us were still undergrads.
That practically concluded my day. Looking forward to a bright semester.
January 1st, 2006 at 5:36 pm
dr. ismail mat…yeah, he’s classes are quite stress free. i’m not sure what it’ll be like when i start working with him in May/June. :p
January 3rd, 2006 at 7:30 am
well i am still feeling extremly touch with your thoughfull gift
sorry for the new year eve
didnt really spent enough time with u also
miss u so much
January 3rd, 2006 at 7:55 am
You are most welcome. New Year’s eve is jkust like Christmas eve, it’s meant to be spend with your loved ones. I just didn’t want to get in the way (lamp post) (^^,)
Shah,
Ismail Mat looks like a cool guy to hang around with. He has his own personal views on the Malaysian political front which he just spilled out during lectures today. But he’s got one hectic schedule though… 0_o!
January 4th, 2006 at 4:36 am
yeah, i’ll have a boss who has a pierced ear! hehe.
i’ve sat down with him for coffee and we talked quite a bit. it was a really casual job interview.
he doesn’t think like a typical malay…which is good because i certainly don’t!
i’ve not seen his schedule but i do know that he does work hard.