Rest in peace Om Tony, 28/01/2011

Firstly my heart goes to you Aldo and your family. Hang in there, stay strong my stinky boy.
Even though I didn't know your father too well, I heard many great things about him and I was glad I got that chance to visit him while he was in the hospital. Definately an amazing man, father & husband. One thing I can remember was his sense of humour and Aldo I want to let you know that I'm always looking out for you. Take good care of yourself and the family.

Love always Claudia <3

Amazed

It's very unexpected how you bump into the people that you use to be so tight and close with. I'm amazed how so many things has changed throughout the years, but definately at the same time I have learnt alot of valuable lessons.

Want you to make me feel like I'm the only girl in the world

Happy New Year lovelys!

Well my Nye wasn't that bad I guess cos I spent it with my family and it was filled with heaps of laughter and happiness! We were cruising around Brighton and Double Bay, I found the nicest spot to have a picnic!! But I ended up sleeping after watching the fireworks on Tv hahaha what a joke!I was too tired anyways and I had such a great sleep after a while haha :)

I was just thinking that 2009 was such an amazing eventful year compared to 2010. But of course there were highlights for 2010! I just hope Inshallah 2011 is going to be a great, wonderful year! It's my last year of high school and I must enjoy every minute of being a school kiddo! Hehe :D I don't know what to expect but every year is always a suprise! I can't wait for 2011; graduating high school, formal, turning 18 and many more!!! But all I can say is, BRING IT ON 2011!!!!!

2010

Once again another blog entry about each year! Hmm what can I say about 2010? Well I started off with senior school with subjects that I was interested in and I don't even know why I did Art. That was a joke hahaha! But anyways thanks God I dropped that out!!
But 2010 definately made me become a stronger person and a capable young women. The main highlights of 2010 are appreciation, realisation, determination and being happy.

This year I learnt to appreciate what I've got and being thankful in life. By that I mean I am soo thankful to have a great family especially my parents, I really don't know what I'd do without them honestly. I love them soo much with all my heart and I've realised at the end of the day, it's all about being there for each other no matter what. I can definately say, we're just a one happy family! My parents have supported me throughout the year especially with school and those talks I would have with them about my goals in the future. I don't know how to express it but I am just soo thankful for having such wonderful parents that can understand me! Thank you Mum & Dad, whom I call you's my bestfriends and I love you! :)

Lastly friends are always a main highlight and this year I have made so many good friends! But one thing I learnt is, "Friends come and go". Especially during my 17th birthday BBQ, I realised who actually cared for me and those that came which I never expected, suprised me. But thank you everyone for coming, that day really meant alot to me!!

My most beautiful girl and almost leaning towards 11 years, Anna-Marie Venites <3
I don't think this year we had a fight at all and maybe because we're growing up we're becoming more mature as the years go by. All I can say is thank you soo much for always being there for me no matter what, our friendship is truly unique and never change because you are just one amazing girl!! I've had soo much fun with you this year especially our funny moments hehe :) May ching & chong last forever!!! Hhahaha ;) I love you soo much my bonga, I don't know what I'd do without you! I'll probably be a lostie as usual bwahahaa <3

And for those that I call my "bestfriends" you know who you are. I just want to say thank you soo much!! You all are amazing people and just never ever change! You are one of those that I can always rely on especially during my hardest times. Deep down from my heart, I love you all <3 I just wanted to remind you guys that you's all keep me happy and I thank you for that!

I guess since I'm growing up quickly I start to learn more things about being appreciated in life. I have learnt to be happy from what I have and it's really simple. Being loved by my wonderful family especially my beautiful parents, friends, amazing opportunities, living in Australia and living under a shelter. I am grateful! I can never ask for more and one thing which is truly meaningful to me, is being loved by your family and friends!

And why did I mention realisation? Because I have realised alot this year especially about 'friends'. Friends that actually cares for you when you need them during your hardest times and I'm sick of 'come and go' but that's just life!
I've realised that life is wonderful because it gives you all these amazing opportunities out there. Like what my Dad always tells me as usual "If there's an opportunity out there go for it!" And I included that for my Captain speech because I believe that is soo true! From that experience it determined me to do the best of my ability and I ended up getting Vice-Captain, even though I've always dreamed of getting Captain of the School. But hey there's always a reason behind why I got Vice-Captain and just never give up in life!! We all have the right to make the most of it in life and never be afraid to take risks because if we didn't, we might all regret it. At the end of the day, it's all about trying and being determined in life!

Being happy is soo important to me because it keeps me positive in life and I cannot stress enough about being thankful for having such a wonderful family and friends! I just want to thank Allah for everything and especially for all the opportunities! And for giving me such amazing parents. I've had such a great year!! And thank you to everyone who made it even more amazing and if it wasn't for you, it wouldn't be complete at all <3 May 2011 be a great year Inshallah, because it's our year!! BRING IT ON!!!

For the last time of 2010, love always Claudia xoxo

Young Leaders 2010!

I must say this has been the most inspirational conference I have ever been to and I'm thankful to take this opportunity with me, as I learnt so many valuable things that I will definately take on with me in life. One significant moment I will never forget was the talk from Anh Do! His journey from Vietnam to Australia was so inspiring and it actually gave me the tears because sometimes we all think we're the only one, but really we're not. His one person I can look upto through the hardships. I'd have to say one of the most unforgettable moments in my life.

Busy November!

So it's finally November, a very busy month for me! And I miss you my blogspot, so I decided to do a trial for Fb to not go online during school days and I'm doing fine so far hehe. Year 12 has been good I guess, I just basically need to be on top of everything and not long till I graduate! This month I'll be missing one day of school every week due to conferences & etc, that's why I titled this entry as 'Busy November' hahaha I'm loving my free periods when it's suppose to be a 'study period' hahaha! Anna, Lauren and I have been organising the jerseys and that's been going well too! But that was a stressful work! I've decided to get my nickname as "Mz INDONESSA" Hhahaha I just changed one letter from INDONESIA! Quite lame, but I just wanted 'Nessa' on my back LOL! I've already started to get my first hsc assessment tasks which is quite freaky, but Inshallah I'll get through it. I also got promoted to work at the new Supre store at the brand new Westfield Pitt St mall and my first shift there was heaps good! Closing there is soo much better! I do miss my George St people but I can visit them anytime hehe. I also have a formal to attend and YAY I got my dress already! Sometimes I hate being a girl LOL! These days it makes me think alot how I just want to do soo well for the hsc and try my best! I must say, I'm very lucky and fortunate to have my parents because they have been supporting me and their the ones that keep me positive and not to stress about year 12. At the end of the day, I just want to make them proud and show them that I am determined in everything I do. I believe life is beautiful for me, because there are soo many opportunities for all of us! Sometimes there is a reason why we're here. We're very fortunate to get educated because those kids that are starving would die, just to go to school. But realistically, WE can help them and we have it all in our own hands. I promised myself one day, when I get a really good job in the future, I would love to help those unfortunate kids and help them get education. It's pathetic how people can just throw those opportunities away and waste them. It's that precious because life is precious, and every opportunity is precious. Another lesson I learnt is that you don't need those material things to make you happy, cause for me it's all about me and my family being as one happy family. Because at the end of the day, we're always there together no matter what happens and I'd have to say, I am lucky. But as the days go by, I tend to realize more and I've learnt a few lessons here and there. The weird thing is that you only realize after it's gone and you just never know. You never know what to expect but that's life. I'm sick of running to people and caring about them, because maybe they don't even give a shit about me. But that's just me, I care too much for people and I don't like being ignorant. That's just not me. Sometimes the world is even ignorant and selfish, I hate all the bullshit they should just get over it! I hate it how they discriminate people because of their religion or culture and etc. When is this world going to be equal as one. We're all just a human being and where is the love? I know I'm constantly changing topics but cbf lol, and when are you ever going to change? Like fuck it, GET OVER IT MATE! Wish I could say that to your face! Haha I'm so slack, but it's true! Last of all, there is also that one person who's been there for me throughout the hard times, Anna-Marie Venites. I honestly wouldn't know what to do without you my bonga, your amazing girl and you really are beautiful inside and out. If you are reading this which I doubt it, I bet your thinking 'Eww lesbian' HAHAHAHAHAA! But really Anna, THANK YOU! I love you always and remember I'm here, I have your back no matter what xoxo

Damn that was a long post!! :P