Changes, challenges, chasing 29

I am undergoing my promotion training. 2 days down, 2 to go.
I am using writing as an outlet to de-stress, and also to prep self for mountains more writing with the new role in EK that is to be my imminent future permanent fixture…least for the next 3 months when I will be in the pool and getting scrutinized for all sorts of paperwork and report writing. A review meeting will then take place to assess my competencies before I can be a full-fledge senior.
Right now, honestly, I am not really wishing to pass so I can go back to my peaceful little life in first class. Yah…tossing self a wet blanket coz still overwhelmed by the amount of assignments, reports and assessments that I must collate and amass to present during the review. Part also the fact that I have 2 sets of leave in between = less flights = less opportunities to complete stuff needed. Honoring my last-minute fashion, none of the 4 modules, each a full day class on own time off, has been done. This is since lun has either been busy doing all her beloved long trips then spending off days bonding with her bed, and (sheepish look surfacing) chasing season 1 of 24 and Heros (yes I am slow but I recognize the good stuff and I get there!). Half-heartedness about the impending role change plays a considerable part as well while I try to remind self what prompted the decision to go for the promotion in the 1st place……..
Alright, enough whining already. Should start focusing on what needs to be done with the precious time left. Take some responsibility and ownership, and try to stay positive, like the compliment I received from a practical today for excellent assertiveness and management. I can be assertive after all, a part of me I did not know existed sprang out and caught me by surprise.
New year, new challenges to keep life interesting and seek self-improvement and growth…push some boundaries right?

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Decided to head to gym for quick 25 minutes to continue ongoing attempt to cultivate love for the step machine. It’s the eve of my 29th anniversary of life. Made the call for some self-pampering, starting with a bath featuring Mr Butterball as bathball of the day. I can’t recall the last time I had a bath, definitely more than a year ago, thus I am justified! Anyway, I don’t need justifications for a little indulgence on this night. As I soaked and purred in relaxing bliss, I contemplated about beginning the final year of my 20s. I do not need it to start or end with a bang, just seeking contentment and well-being for self and whomever I care about. Started missing home and mum a lot, but I am thankful for all the well wishes from dear friends streaming in since this morning, allowing many extra smiling moments to happen. Kisses to you all!
It’s now just past midnight. I wish self a happy birthday mentally, with a moment of tranquility and silence surrounding and lingering after…the bath did it’s little trick. Already made another mental note to relive that indulgence in Hamburg in a few days, where that peachy, cute, deep, vintage-looking tub with the quaintest leg stands awaits! Must wash hair while submerged in water again, nearly forgot how heavenly it feels to run your fingers through your floating mane in it…another therapeutic experience.
It's time for some shut-eye, so I have enough energy to last tomorrow. Must try to at least have a nice dinner I guess…with or without the cake!