Exactly one year ago, I believe I was fretting over my incomplete research project, how much time would be needed to complete my thesis writeup, the possibility of experimental failure, the urgency to apply for OPT, whether I could make the start day of my internship without upsetting INS, my frustrations with one of my professor, and deciding my defense date.

I was a nervous wreck and hated being who I am then. I believed that I had little worth, and nothing would go right. I could only beg and plead for God's mercy to end my misery somehow and soon.

By mid-2005, I had completed my defense and started my internship.
By September, my thesis was approved after a few more editings.
By December, I had the thesis printed and bound. I handed over my office keys and lab books/papers.

2005 ends a major event in my life. I may need to work with my professor to get some papers published in the new year but the storm is finally over. Thank you God for reminding me of your love throughout the grief, frustration and pain. Thank you to all my friends from FSHN, TheBrats, CAA/CAO and ICF for prayers and support~ *hugs*

I can now move on with life and pick up what's left of my trodden down self-esteem.

Goodbye 2005, Hello 2006.