Journal Topic: How can we reduce or stop littering?
Write about an area of weakness that you want to overcome and how you intend to overcome it.
Dear Journal,
Are there days when you crave for certain foods? There are actually times when I desperately want to have a bite of moist spongy chocolate cake smothered with a thick layer of cream cheese - red velvet cake. My idea of a perfect afternoon is savouring a slice of red velvet cake while sipping a good cup of coffee.
Unfortunately, I cannot really indulge in my favourite cake as I have to keep to a healthy diet and watch my weight. Too much sugar will cause diabetes or increase one's risk to get a heart attack. No matter how lip-smackingly delicious red velvet cake is, I have to exercise self-control and force myself not to buy it.
There are a few things I can do to stop myself from ordering a slice of red velvet cake when I am in a cafe. Firstly, I have to walk away from the cakes that are prettily displayed in the chiller. Secondly, I will also tell myself that the amount of sugar is difficult for my liver to process. I do not want to be ridden with diseases when I am still young. Thirdly, if I am unable to fight the temptation, I will order a slice but I will invite a friend to share that slice with me. These steps have proven to be quite effective for me to steer clear of ordering and eating red velvet cakes all by myself.
Regards,
Serene
Are there days when you crave for certain foods? There are actually times when I desperately want to have a bite of moist spongy chocolate cake smothered with a thick layer of cream cheese - red velvet cake. My idea of a perfect afternoon is savouring a slice of red velvet cake while sipping a good cup of coffee.
Unfortunately, I cannot really indulge in my favourite cake as I have to keep to a healthy diet and watch my weight. Too much sugar will cause diabetes or increase one's risk to get a heart attack. No matter how lip-smackingly delicious red velvet cake is, I have to exercise self-control and force myself not to buy it.
There are a few things I can do to stop myself from ordering a slice of red velvet cake when I am in a cafe. Firstly, I have to walk away from the cakes that are prettily displayed in the chiller. Secondly, I will also tell myself that the amount of sugar is difficult for my liver to process. I do not want to be ridden with diseases when I am still young. Thirdly, if I am unable to fight the temptation, I will order a slice but I will invite a friend to share that slice with me. These steps have proven to be quite effective for me to steer clear of ordering and eating red velvet cakes all by myself.
Regards,
Serene
Featuring the journal entries written by Fazira and Noorul which I enjoyed reading! Well done, girls!
Write about a time when you overcame a difficult situation.
Dear Journal,
Two years ago, my pet dog of 17 years, Cutie, passed away peacefully. Although she died of old age, it still broke my heart as she had been my trusted companion.
I remember the very first time when I laid my eyes on her in a pet shop in Serangoon Gardens. She was the last one of her siblings waiting to be sold. With her big forlorn eyes looking at me, an emotional connection was instantly established. I knew Cutie was the dog that I wanted to have all along. One week later, she became the fifth member of my family.
I had been through so many ups and downs with Cutie that it is difficult for me to put everything on paper. However, all good things must come to an end. With Cutie's failing health, I knew she was going to leave me. It was tough to say goodbye and I had to do so with a heavy heart in May 2014.
The first few weeks after her death were difficult for me. I would wake up in the middle of the night, with a tightness in my chest that almost suffocated me. I pined for her and I had to make a conscious effort to avoid passing by Pet Lovers Centre as that had been the shop I bought her dog food. Anything that invoked any memory of Cutie would bring tears to my eyes and I did not want to tear in public.
Going back to the topic, I would say that I did not really overcome this low point in my life. However, time heals all wounds and I faced reality that Cutie had passed away after spending 17 wonderful years with me and my family.
Love,
Serene
Dear Journal,
Two years ago, my pet dog of 17 years, Cutie, passed away peacefully. Although she died of old age, it still broke my heart as she had been my trusted companion.
I remember the very first time when I laid my eyes on her in a pet shop in Serangoon Gardens. She was the last one of her siblings waiting to be sold. With her big forlorn eyes looking at me, an emotional connection was instantly established. I knew Cutie was the dog that I wanted to have all along. One week later, she became the fifth member of my family.
I had been through so many ups and downs with Cutie that it is difficult for me to put everything on paper. However, all good things must come to an end. With Cutie's failing health, I knew she was going to leave me. It was tough to say goodbye and I had to do so with a heavy heart in May 2014.
The first few weeks after her death were difficult for me. I would wake up in the middle of the night, with a tightness in my chest that almost suffocated me. I pined for her and I had to make a conscious effort to avoid passing by Pet Lovers Centre as that had been the shop I bought her dog food. Anything that invoked any memory of Cutie would bring tears to my eyes and I did not want to tear in public.
Going back to the topic, I would say that I did not really overcome this low point in my life. However, time heals all wounds and I faced reality that Cutie had passed away after spending 17 wonderful years with me and my family.
Love,
Serene