Not quite young. Not yet old. Just… 55. Somewhere along the way, birthdays stopped being about cake and candles and started becoming markers of time. Not time wasted, but time lived. Experiences stacked like chapters in a book—some thrilling, some humbling, all instructive. Turning 55 feels different. Not heavier, just……
Category: Personal & Family
Personal life, family, and milestone reflections
Brunei Darussalam
40 years on…
As we stand on the brink of Brunei Darussalam’s 40th National Day celebration, I find myself reflecting deeply on what this day signifies for us as a nation and for me personally. This milestone is not just a marker of time; it’s a tapestry of our collective dreams, struggles, and…
Brunei Darussalam
How did you do this year?
The tradition of summing up one’s year, often seen in the form of reflections, resolutions, and retrospectives, is a curious cultural practice that merits deeper consideration, especially given the inherently continuous and evolving nature of our lives. This annual ritual, performed by many as the year draws to a close,…
Personal & Family
Cleaning a Cat’s Litter Box: Truly a Lesson in Humility
In the rich mosaic of life’s humbling experiences, few chores resonate as deeply with the essence of humility as the seemingly mundane act of cleaning a cat’s litter box. This daily task, often dismissed as a mere household chore, is in reality a profound lesson in humility, patience, and the…
Brunei Darussalam
Honoring Fatherhood
Father’s Day is a special occasion that allows us to reflect on the importance of fatherhood and the profound impact dads have on our lives. It is a time to celebrate and honor all the incredible fathers out there, but it also brings forth a mix of emotions for those…
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