I have been on hiatus for a fortnight. I went to Bintulu from the 4th till the 8th. Gained some new experience. Some bitter ones, some sweet ones and some unexpected ones too. The best was surely when I helped the facilitators to be the MC at one of their programs. And not to forget when many people were surprised to know that I am going to be 49 in November. And I must say that I thank Allah for this. It has always been a real blessing when people say I look younger than my age. For whatever reason, I am always myself; the way I am.
There wasn't much time to see every part of Bintulu. It was quite disappointing that the Science camp that was scheduled at a hotel ended in a hostel.(They must have spelt the word HOSTEL in the first place but forgot to put the 'S'.) But at least there was lodging for us teachers though quite uncomfortable. My sincere thanks to the Principal, staff and students of SMK Kemena. The organizer even forgot to schedule a few hours for the students to visit Bintulu town and buy some souvenirs, though they are not cheap at any rate!! Imagine to come from every state in Malaysia for the first time to this part of Sarawak and not even had the chance to buy one pathetic key chain for friends at home. My oh my....
When I came back I was appointed the MC for National Robotics Competition Melaka State level. Two days consecutively had to drive to Politeknik Merlimau. The weather was fiery hot in the afternoons and I was down with fever and flu on Thursday but still went to work. On Friday the fever got worse and I ended up being given 2 days MC by the doctor. Well, the MC got an MC!!
Due to the MC, 2 classes were without English lessons on Friday. InsyaAllah I will replace during their prep hours next week. Well, they should not be happy for too long without this firm English teacher with the sharpest tongue!
Sometimes I am so exhausted with all sort of tasks/duties besides teaching. Albeit that, I am not the kind of person who refuse any duties and responsibilities. The only setback is that I am not as healthy as I look or as I portray!!
How I really wish I have another income so that I can take an unpaid leave for one year and enjoy my life- go to Alabama to visit my youngest daughter/go on a vacation to wherever I wish/write the book that I dream of for so long/drive along the coast to watch the sunset.....But then again, as this teaching job is the only income I have, I am determined to give my very best. Anybody wants me as their business partner or something?? Well, the only business I know is TEACHING and handle ceremonies and events as Master of Ceremony.
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