#5 Things that i am thankful for in my life

Hi guys, this will be my last post.

In life, a lot of people take things for granted. They will forget things that others helped them in. Most of the time, they only appreciate their help and presence when they are gone. They will then regret that they could no longer show their gratitude towards that person again.

I am very thankful that till now my grandparents are still by my side. They had taken care of me since I was young. Although they always nag at me, I know that they meant well. My grandfather always had to wake up early to fetch me to school and also pick me up after school and after tuition. My grandmother cooked for me delicious meals, did the laundry for us and sometimes when she was not feeling well, she would also cook for us. Never once did I hear a word of complaint from them.

I am also very thankful to my parents, for giving me a good home, good clothes and pocket money. Though they hardly spent much time accompanying me during the weekdays as they have to work, they would always give me call every day after I came back home, asking me about my studies and sport.

Lastly, I am very thankful for my good health. I am glad that I do not have any long-term illness. Compared to some other people, who have physical or mental disability, I am considered to be very lucky.

People should learn how to appreciate and be grateful with what they have before it’s gone. They should their gratitude to those who helped them and not take those things for granted

#4 An occasion that i did something i did not dare to

Almost everyone has something that they are afraid of. Apparently, mine was height phobia. But since last Saturday, I do not have this phobia again. This was what happened...

Last Saturday, my parents and I went to a family camp. It was sort of a half day camp. It was organised by a community club near our house. Everything was fun and enjoyable until they did the rock-climbing. My parents knew that I had height phobia, but they insisted that I go out there and try it out. I was hesitating, as I did not want to make myself turn out to be a laughing stock. But before I object to anything, my parents had already told the instructor that I wanted to go.

Everything seemed to happen so fast, after the instructor told me the precautions to take and after I put on my safety equipments, I was ready to go. Feeling tense, my arms and legs shaking, I climbed up slowly. After the fifth or sixth step (I was so nervous that I lost count), I looked down and was scared. I was so high up! At that time, I was stucked. I could not go down or up. Wild thoughts started running through my head. What if the ropes were to loosen and I fell? What if I lost my balance and fell to death? Lots of what ifs were starting to form in my head. I could feel my heart in my throat!

They must be laughing at me now I thought, tears started to form in my eyes. Just then, I heard my parents said, “Come on Leon! You can do it!” Just then, everyone also started cheering for me. I heard the instructor said, “Do not worry! We will catch you if you fall down!” I felt a boost of courage and confidence. I took a deep breath, mustered all my energy and climbed up. Not before long, I was already at the top. Everyone clapped and I was really grateful towards them. I turned towards my parents with my thumbs up. They replied with a smile and a nod.

This camp not only made me overcome my height phobia. Instead, it also taught me a very important lesson. Do not laugh at other people’s shortcomings, do not let them assume that if they did something wrong, people will laugh at them or mock them. But instead cheer them on, give them the strength and courage to do it right.

#3 A moment spent alone doing something i enjoyed

This past few weeks have not been a pleasant one (as u can see from my previous posts), but today had been slightly better. This was what happened...

Today when I got home after school, I found out that no one was at home. I went to my room and found a note on my table. On the note, it said that mother felt unwell and went to see a doctor. She told me to settle dinner by myself. I stared at the letter, with my mouth wide opened. How was I going to cook dinner by myself! I guessed that she was not thinking properly since she was ill. Just then, my stomach started growling.

No choice, I had to cook. If not, I would probably be starved by the time mother came home. I took out my secondary one home economics book and flipped to the page where they taught us how to make spaghetti. I fished out for the ingredients and started doing what the book told me to do so.

When I was cooking the macaroni, the phone ranged, I picked it up, wondering who called. It was Garnish, he was my tuition friend and he asked what time was it for tuition tomorrow. After telling him and chatting with him for awhile. I suddenly remember about the macaroni! I immediately hung up the phone and rushed to the kitchen. The macaroni had been burnt black! Feeling disappointed, I looked for another packet of macaroni. To my dismay, the one that had been burnt was the last stock. So in the end, I ate spaghetti with burnt macaroni.

Even though I had a pretty lousy dinner, I was pretty happy because I had done something new today. I had never cooked by myself before and this was a really valuable experience. I also realized that it was very tough for mother to cook a delicious dinner.I also learnt to appreciate every meal that had been cooked for me no matter who the person is as cooking is not as easy as it seems.

#2 Something that happened in school

Today, while we were at the classroom, having a free period, the class bully, James, provoked one of my classmates. His name was John.

“Hey, John! Come here and lick my boots!” James shouted, John ignored him and continue doing his work, while the people behind James giggled. James, looked like he was contented with the attention he was getting, went to John’s desk and smacked his palm on the desk.

John was shocked and stunned for a few seconds before coming back to his senses. James then put his feet on John’s thigh, and then said, “Hey did u hear what I said? Are u deaf? “. I could see John clenching his fist, his eyes reddened. James saw his eye reddening and said out loud to everyone, “Hey look! There’s a cry baby!” Everyone in the class laughed.

John couldn’t tolerate this any longer. He grabbed James by the collar and pushed him to the big cupboard, there, he repeatedly banged James against the cupboard. James did not have the strength to retaliate. The whole class was stunned and did not know what to do. Finally after a few more seconds, John stopped what he was doing and stomped back to his seat, James, who was repeatedly banged against the cupboard, was groaning in pain.

Just then, our form teacher came in, shocked to see James squatting on the floor, both hands on his head. He immediately sent him down for treatment. When he came back, with James behind him with a bandage around his head, he told the class he knew what happened as James has told him after being bandaged. He also told the class that classmate should help one another, and not hate or fight each other. John and James were both punished. James was more severely punished.

I felt a bit ashamed of myself as I did not step out and help John. Instead, I just stood there doing nothing, looking at the situation.

My form teacher’s words struck me deep and hard. His words made me reflected on my actions. Even though I was not the one who provoked and bully John, but allowing this to happen is as good as doing it. I hope that after this incident, my classmates and I will be able to respect and help one another.

#1 Worst Day Ever

Today was one of the worst days ever. Allow me to tell you what happened. Today, when I woke up, I found myself being greeted by an angry face, my mother was ranting away while I did not know what was happening. Just when I looked at the time, it was already 6.45am and I had not even bathe!

Panicking, I quickly wash up and had my breakfast. When if was done and preparing to set off once I wear my socks and shoes, my shoe was nowhere to be found. After searching almost every corner of my house, I finally found my shoe; it was hiding below our sofa which I do not know why it is hidden there. My mum told me she would give me a ride. I wanted to hug her and say she was the best but that was simply not the time and mood to do so.

While on the way, I glanced at my watch and for second I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, it was already 7.20am! When I reached the school main gate, I saw Mr Chia, “welcoming” me. After being lectured by Mr Chia I thought to myself that I was actually quite lucky, because Mr Chia gave me a chance since it was my first time being late, escaping from the scary detention. Just then, Mr Chia called me back and asked me where my badge was. I felt like banging my head on the wall, while I was in such a hurry that I actually forgotten to wear my badge. Therefore, in the end, I still had to do detention. What and unlucky day!

But after all, I could only blame myself. If I did not stay up late that night just to watch television, I would not have woke up late, and all this ruckus would not happen. This had taught me a very important lesson; never ever sleep in late if u has school the following day.