Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

I just finished watching RENT (the movie) and it reminded me of why i was so inspired when i watched the musical back when i was in high school. even if the story is about a group of struggling artists and i do not have an artistic bone in my body, i could nonetheless appreciate it. "No day but today!"

Growing up, i feel like I’ve missed out on many experiences. I’ve always lived in a routine. in high school the goal was to graduate and find a good college. in college, the goal was just to survive each year and graduate on time (and my personal goal was never to get a D in any of my classes, which i did accomplish… Hurrah!). but what makes these goals different from any normal person’s? absolutely nothing. simply because you’re just trying to fulfill what is expected of you. it’s the norm. it’s a choreographed dance. and never did i veer away from this. at least never more than what was allowed. and because of this, i lived a cautious life. sheltered, tame, boring!

i guess that’s why I’m trying to make up for it now. Don’t get me wrong. i haven’t gone wild or turned to the extreme. just that i feel like I’m trying to race against time. trying to squeeze in as much experience in every second. always wanting to be out doing something. always waiting for an invitation. always planning on traveling (which seldom pushes through!) probably that’s why i don’t sleep long hours either. i feel that if i sleep too long, I’ve wasted time! hehehe.

it might be a little late to evaluate how last year went for me (it is April after all), but looking back, i feel that i was able to accomplish many things, both personally and professionally. but mostly, I’m happy that although i may spend long hours at work, i can balance it with my personal life.

and this year isn’t looking that bad either….