Me.
Measuring the Line Between This Life and the Next.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
I guess the time has come.
Though I've led most of my friends to believe otherwise, things haven't been great in my family. The past few months have been a huge struggle, and looking at things - it's highly likely that it's going to be the same for a while to come. And that is reason for today's post.
I've made the ultimate decision - I'm discontinuing my studies.
I will study up to the end of this year, from then which I will obtain my Diploma. I'll stop studying for my Degree, leave life as a student, and start a new life as a working man. This has been one of the hardest decisions for me to make, but it's the right one.
I'm doing this because, for one - I feel that I've been depending on my parents for too long now. And it's high time I took matters into my own hands. It's high time I started taking the necessary steps to go into complete independence - a life away from the comfort and security of my parents' finances.
Two - I'm doing this not just for myself, but for my family. I know that if I were to start my working life, I'd have more to provide to my parents, and I know that a lot of their burdens now will be lifted.
I still have the option (or maybe... the luxury?) of continuing my studies and depending on my parents - but I don't want the easy road out. It's going to be a hell of a lot more difficult for me, but in the long run - I know this is going to work out.
It has to work out. It will work out.
I plan on continuing my studies once I start working - I'll look into studying part time at a suitable university/college, and most likely pursue a Degree in Psychology (I've always had a deep interest in psychology). Granted, I know it's easier said than done, considering the amount of commitment I'll have as a working adult. But I made a promise to someone I am dearly attached to - a promise to continue studying (part time), and obtain (at least) a Degree.
My father wants me to continue studying, and he's told me many times not to worry about the family. He wants me to be successful, far more than he is (he doesn't consider himself much of a success). I've always thought that was impossible to achieve - I consider my father to be the most successful man I know. Too bad he doesn't know that.
But you know what? I may be starting out lower than many other people around me - but I'll tell everyone this, right here, right now: I'm going to be far more successful than any of you. This much I promise you.
And the people around me know - I never break a promise.
Given a certain level of thought byAdam Dewind at 10:04 AM 0 comment(s)
A Mental Vacation.
Monday, August 4, 2008
I've decided to take yet another break from blogging.
Blogging has helped me take a closer look into my thoughts, and understanding the many things that happen around me. But I feel for this moment, I need to get away and concentrate on other things - things that, for now, are more important and require more attention.
Till I've settled most of them, I will not be visitting this page, and I will not attempt to update it. I'll see you when I'm ready. Till then, you have my regards.
- A. Dewind
Given a certain level of thought byAdam Dewind at 12:26 PM 0 comment(s)
Sitting Next To A Phone Booth Without A Coin To Spare.
Friday, August 1, 2008
Sigh. My internet connection is down, so I can't do the things I usually do. Thankfully, my newly downloaded Opera Mini is working beyond my expectations. When the advert said it worked just like your computer browser, they weren't kidding. I'm certainly enjoying this browser, opposed to the previous phone default browser. It does have its limitations, but impressive nonetheless.
I could use some time gaming now, but I'll just have to wait. It's going to take 2 working days for the people at TMNet to get to solving my troubles... so monday will be the earliest time possible for me to get online as I usually do.
... I guess now i don't have to worry about forgetting about what to blog about when I'm away from my laptop. My phone is almost always by my side, and I can now blog through it. Whee~
See you around people. I miss a couple of you already.
Given a certain level of thought byAdam Dewind at 9:35 PM 0 comment(s)