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Duo Cycling Day
Had an amazing afternoon with Ghie. This time its duo cycling day. Been to a lot of places in the span of two hours. I was able to read my book under the sun whilst eating an apple. So Aussie, I know. But I enjoyed it. Bicentennial Park is really lovely. So many families go for a bike ride on a Sunday afternoon. And that explains why Ghie couldn't find a parking space. Got myself a coffee while waiting for her. Its tiring as hell cos I set my base on Rhodes. I did go back and forth thrice.

Chinese Mafia Wars
This evening after mass I was able to witness a crazy brawl between the chinese community. Don't ask me the reason for the brawl as they were shouting and screaming in chinese. I watched. Call me usosero but it was hilarious. I wasn't afraid. Suspicion crept in and I have to watch. I have to laugh deep inside so as not to attract attention. Its basically Mr. Noodle Waiter and some crew vs. early 40s Chinese woman with her family. It was noisy and disturbing. Yet for me its simply an entertainment.

I Want To Know What Love Is
The MC rendition of the foreigner's classic song has been redefined. And as always it seems that it aligned with my current personal disposition.


I gotta take a little time

A little time to think things over

I better read between the lines

In case I need it when Im older



Now this mountain I must climb

Feels like a world upon my shoulders

I through the clouds I see love shine

It keeps me warm as life grows colder



In my life theres been heartache and pain

I dont know if I can face it again

Cant stop now, Ive traveled so far

To change this lonely life



I wanna know what love is

I want you to show me

I wanna feel what love is
I
know you can show me


I dunno what has bitten me during that 10+ hours sleep. But all of a sudden I was craving for an outdoor activity. Immediately ate my late meal. Gathered my essentials. And off I went to Rhodes.

It was a nice day, maybe that was the reason. I have to recommend the Olympic Park as the best cycling place! I began my little scenic journey (not knowing where to go) by quickly examining the maps posted in the park. *There were so many of 'em. You wont get lost*.

The Route
I went to Field Studies Centre. Followed by Brickpit (where the Ring Walk was situated). I thought I could run and finish the whole lap but I just couldn't. But was able to accomplish 3 laps. then went straight to the Sydney Showground. Never realised how big it was. So much recreational activities. I'm thinking of getting some rollerblades and go to the Skate Park. I had a coffee break at the ANZ Stadium. On the way back I went around Badu Mangroves. It was magnificent. Its creepy yet awesome. Then I went around Rhodes going through the lookout points. Never had the time to stay long cos I wanted to reach Meadowbanks and pass through the river during sunset (always been my dream to do this). Finally when its about to get dark, I went back to Ikea and had satisfied another craving. Swedish Meatballs with Raspberry, Gravy and Mashed Potato.

Some Pics.

Ring Walk at Brickpit


CB at ANZ Stadium


Badu Mangroves


River @ Field Studies Centre


View at Rhodes Lookout


Passing Meadowbank's Bridge


My reward. Swedish Meatballs.

Reference.
If you wanna know more about this. Just click on Getting to Sydney Olympic Park by Bicycle.

I call it a rollercoaster maze this week. For couple of reasons...

One - being crazy as hell with my health. Blame it to the weather, I guess. It has been raining, then hot. cool. freezing. Aaargh. Bottom line, I got sick for couple of days.

Two - ain't no job for me. Am I overly qualified? that the only jobs around are for accountants. Will I even consider it just to be busy. Money's not really a problem at this point. But keeping me sane with something to do. I know I still have my fair share of reading materials, movies to watch and activities to do outdoors (biking, bush-walking, beach stroll). But working is just something that makes my mind and skills intact.

Three - meeting friends. socialising. fb games. these fucking vices. *&#@!! its just too much and I reckon I need to know my limit. Bum life just takes me away. I don't want to fall into the pit and begin whining.

I've already drawn up some plans on how I want to lead my life but the universe is not yet conspiring with me. Maybe not the right time yet. but when? What sorta job would be waiting for me. that event shall dictate what happens next.

Anxiously and desperately waiting...

call it bitchy or beachy. both are correct. the previous blog is just too good to be true. exactly. i called the lease agent of that unit and found out that it is under police investigation. so the idea to move out for now is out of the question.

nice day today. 12-20 degrees. fair enough. sunny. nice to go the beach and have brunch. might go. i need to detoxify myself from last night's alcohol. i just need to breathe the gentle breeze of the beach. have a nice brunch. read my book.

btw, mqd stock is an all time low. i will definitely dispose of it. not worth investing for.

too good to be true. $150 per week in the city. fully furnished and within george street. with all amenities like gym and pool. i have my own room. i already lodged my application for this shared accommodation. as long as i have my own room. this is a 'yes'. i would know by Monday if I will get this. On Monday I would know if i got the job at NSW audit.

life seems so good. i did buy a new Murakami book and it was soo good. Seems like the theme is the same as the full house I'm watching but on a deeper and mystifying level. really amazing. cant wait to know the climax of the story. i'm on chapter 3 and will finish the whole book this weekend. I did go to Bondi just to read this book. I walked all the way from Bondi Junction. Walked 3kms. Not to bad. This time I was able to arrive at my destination before sunset.

I cherish this days when I'm carefree without any problems at all. Happiness comes from simple things. reflection. time alone.

i know its pointless to mention all this renewed view about how i should be living my life. i know that its a struggle now compared to the very first time i was here in sydney.

but all has changed due to the unplanned approval of my credit facility. all the realisation i previously thought about completely vanished. its all because i was bitten by this hungry spender in me. the thirst has been quenched. swipe after swipe. i indulged into the depths of melbourne's mystifying shoppers' lair. its too late to stop myself as i spent thousands in just a few days.

now that im back here in sydney. its time to stick to one ultimate goal. look for work. tomorrow, i would be going to an interview with the audit office of nsw government. i just hope that i would finally get a job to normalise my life once again.

An insinuation has set into my inner core. I realised all misfortunes that has beset my burdened soul. I surmise that this has something to do with how I live my life for the past few years living in splendor. It now occurred to me that I have to rethink my priorities in life. Not all can happen with just a click of a button or snap of my fingers. Nor can it be solved by a drink or dance to shoo away the troubles. Even not by going for a vacation in a pathetic excuse of inner searching and self-reflection. It all happens with a solid plan. A step by step solutions on how to deal with each problems. Focusing at one point at a time.

Each journey has some stops that would enable us to reflect what we have done wrong and figure out a way to solve our problems. I therefore would start drawing my map. Meticulously draft my way to a path that I want to take. Route that I want to travel in.

This predicament will definitely make me stronger. Facing trials I encounter would give me strength to battle through life again as I untangle and fix the fragments of my life. God is always patient and kind. He will not give us trials that we cannot face.

And I ponder.

It starts with a 'will'. and followed by the present tense of actually crystallising it.

I'm so dumb. I forgot to bring my wallet. I left it and took off. I have some change for the bus and never realised that I haven't brought my wallet with me. I discovered it when I was about to pay RTA for the replacement of my Photo Card. Good thing there was an ANZ branch in the shopping centre. I got 100 bucks. and did my shopping.

Bought a shirt. Coin pouch. Bluetooth Handsfree. Nokia 2630.

Now we are going to Oxland with friends for friday night drinks. Life can't get any better than this.

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On the upside, Hays recruiter called me and will look at my resume. Seems positive but still crossing my fingers. The job is something to do with government audit. The whopping consideration is the maximum 40 per week work. No heavy overtimes with the job that I like. The only question now - Will it meet my salary expectation? (and will they consider me!)

though i'm miles away from my home, i just feel the warmth here in Eastwood. thanks to my buddies!

gambling at star city. eating at chinese resto whilst suffering from runny nose. mahjong nights. nice dinner steak and wine at cq. guylian cafe. darling harbour. poverty awareness. lgbt protests.

this week will be much busier for me. should obtain my rta photocard. get medicare. start filtering job opportunities. straightening out what i want to do. start applying. plan for last holiday - launceston or lord howe island?

so much excitement. i think i need to lessen my caffeine in take. too bad i just started to appreciate dang and jm's brew.