happy 2009

before i know it, time just zoomed past and we're now in 2009. happy new year to all!

although the last year has been marred by gloomy economic news and some pretty horrific disasters, natural and man-made, the economic repercussions from the fallout in the US is expected to be more deeply felt this year.

the cliched phrase now is 'looming clouds' to describe the coming year's state of economy so i think it's up to us to find the silver lining in every cloud. just make lemonade when life gives you lemons, right? :) as always, it's a matter of perspectives and attitudes.

i suggest finding time for your friends and family because at the end of the day, they're the ones who will be standing right beside you come what may. i like the saying 'to live each day as if it's your last' which i take to mean living a life with no regrets and with contentment.

lastly, 2008 has made me realised that i can't take good health for granted as i get older. hopefully, my new job will allow me to exercise regularly and keep myself in good shape.

let's all toast to good health in 2009! cheers!