Awakening hope.

Yeap. As usual, went to Cerebral Palsy Centre again. Though it was a bit boring yesterday because the PE lesson was cancelled, I did learn something at the end of the day. Was helping this kid to scratch his eczema affected area and looking at his scratch-marked face just made me feel pitiful for him. I understand the itchness of eczema as I had that when I was younger. He couldn't control his strength so therefore ended up bleeding because the affected areas were over-scratched. So instead of letting him scratch himself, I rubbed the affected area vigourously to make him feel better and he was smiling with comfort. =) Everything was worthwhile. My class teacher is the best. Her persistance, her sweet-temper, her sweet and gentle voice.. The kids under my charge aren't actually kids. They are aged between 12-18 years old. Due to hormonal changes during puberty period, they might throw a little tantrum, experiencing mood swings. Teacher was understanding. This girl was throwing tantrum, showing signs of displeasure. And teacher went over to her, gently tapped her knees and sang Edelwiss. Just for her, looking deep into her eyes trying to get her attention. I was by her side, feeling very touched by her action. Wow. Though the kids are intellectually challenged, they could feel this true sincerity. A sincere smile is indeed an universal language.

Went over to granny's house to give my cousin tuition. His attitude has improved from last week. Therefore, we are able to do more things during the very limited time. That's a good sign! Mid-year exam is coming and my schedule is getting tighter when most of my students are asking for more slots. I like this pro-activeness but it's gonna be tiring for me. Well, I won't mind if all of them get an A for me. Haha! I really feel like a teacher. Though one-to-one teaching is much easier than one-to-forty, but.. Aiya.. Who cares. So long as they improve and attain their target, I'll be more than happy to teach them.

Chanting is good. It's keeping my mind occupied for a good course. It's a good substitute for praying since I'm too tired or lazy sometimes. I'm afraid I might become stupid without any or minimal intake of Vitamin B12. Should I start eating fish liver cod pills? I'm kinda in dilemma. Zy is booking out soon. Let's visit Shuang Lin Monastry, ya?

I'm going to continue believe that the thing I want will be in the metallic, greyish box soon. It's the test of the power of faith in myself. =)

Quote of the day: Life is like walking a tightrope; if we do not focus on what is ahead, but keep looking behind, we are sure to fall. -Master Cheng Yan's Still Thoughts.