Grouchy old cow

I have been a grouchy old cow of late. But, somehow, in the chain of trivia day to day incidents happening in my life recently, there was a realisation that I do have alot in my life to be thankful for. I am really thankful to have really good friends around. People who despite putting up with my irritating quirks and all sorts of nonsense are still willing to be my friend and are always there for me. We laughed and cried together. Have heated exchanges and confided in each other. Granted that there are also people who come and go but I have always been fortunate to have good friends around, supporting me in all stages of my life.

As for relatives, despite the annoying little things that irritates the hell out of me that comes from having large extended family, help is always available when I need them. And I am really appreciative of that. Plus growing up in a family full of warmth and love.

Somehow, in my ways, I have been rather blessed. Life is never perfect but somehow things always work out. The opportunities, experiences and nice people that I have met along the way are plentiful. To land this job and a nice boss. The timing was fortunate in many ways.

Having just join a new environment where everything is absolutely foreign to me, it was quite heartening to realise that my experienced colleagues are almost as harrassed as I am in this volatile environment. Cos despite their experiences, this is “extraordinary timing” where there are “new surprises” thrown around that they have also never experienced before. In a way, it is quite exciting. That is, if you do not kill yourself with stress. However, as every new surprise, we should all get better with coping with the stress.

Joining at the start of the global crisis definitely has its perks. Going uphill means you enjoy the ride downhill better. Plus when I met my ex-colleagues yesterday, I was even more convinced that my decision to switch career was a wise one.

This grouchy old cow can still feel thankful for the good things in life. That, in itself is a good thing.