Now that I have a little more time on my hands, I want to be intentional about how I spend October. I want this month to be meaningful and fulfilling.
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Cornell's Handbook of Bird Biology
I’ve begun reading this online book through Perlego, which costs me USD 12 for a month. The hard copy itself is around S$200, so I’m still deciding whether it’s worth buying. The great part is that Perlego also offers an audio version, which makes it easier to digest.
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Certificate in Nature Interpretation
I finally got accepted to this popular course! It starts in October, and I’m looking forward to meeting like-minded people and discovering new ways to connect with nature.
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Unexpected Wealth
Life has its little surprises. Since I withdrew from my SkillsFuture course in September, I assumed I’d only get allowance for July and August. But unexpectedly, three months’ worth came through.On top of that, I managed to recover money from an old debt I’d written off in my mind. These small windfalls reminded me that sometimes blessings show up when we least expect them. - Trip to China
Part of my itinerary was just naps, hotel room time, little breaks between birding walks. No rush. The combination of quiet and purpose — early mornings looking out for birds, afternoons dozing and resting — showed me that rest isn’t wasted; it’s part of the rhythm.
The trip cost more than I expected (hotel surge because of a convention, etc.), but I came back richer in a non-monetary way. Reminded myself that sometimes, what we pay isn’t just dollars: it’s time, attention, openness to small beauty.