Challenging Days Ahead

 Hello and greetings,

Now usually, I would like to share you all about what is on my mind in a descriptive abstract form, however, with this recent happenings concerning the reemergence of the Coronavirus local community spread, such happenings can be overwhelmingly worrisome to the point that I have to share my impression as to how, as people of Brunei is reacting to the recent developments of the situation.

Living in Brunei, especially in times of the pandemic, much of our leisure and enjoyment has been taken away, in particular, our luxury to travel abroad. Even despite one year of no COVID-19 community spread, we were slowly given the things that we usually enjoy, mass gatherings, participating and organising events, and even the chance to visit loved ones during festivities (I'm sadly unable to celebrate Eid Dul Fitr for two years now, that'll be another story for another time), to some, it is considered to be a "better than nothing" aspect, but to most, people wanted more than just having their lives back to normal.

At that time, I really think that the only way for me to be able to go back to a country I wish to explore, I have to find a reason and the means to go back there. I was quite desperate, at the time, I thought to myself, "As soon as I'm vaccinated, surely it's okay for me to travel there,", but even then, my reasons were admittedly, a selfish one, thus challenging as it may be, I will always find a way to get there, even if it means to accept challenges that is even beyond my own capabilities.

And simply to humor you, more than few times, I swear that more than times, I would rather risk myself not only for growth, but to find enjoyment at the same time. As they always say, "Good things may happen to those who remain persevere".

Anyway, what has transpired on 7th August, was an event that is shook an entire country, Whatsapp Groups posting forwarded messages without regard of authenticity, Reddit posts and comments talking about a rumor that has yet to be confirmed, and then constant fear mongering, taking place in every social media. Before we know it, our lives has revert back to its lockdown days, yet again, all simply due to recklessness of some individuals.

From one hotspot, to three hotspots, as of currently, it is to be believed that there are now increase of Coronavirus cases.

Although if I must inquire, what is the most appropriate question in this situation?

WHO TO BLAME? ; Or

WHAT WENT WRONG?

I am very positive that the most appropriate answer is "WHAT DO WE NEED TO DO?" and "WHAT MUST BE DONE?". In fact, to point fingers to other people gives no joy but to satiate our frustrations and possibly even anger.

Hence, it is very much advisable to remain calm, follow the guidelines as instructed and despite the challenging days ahead, be confident that your normality will return as always.

And all that one needs to do is simply, follow the guidelines.

I suppose that is all from me, I do apologize for the lack of updates, as it is truly difficult to even maintain balance between work, rest, leisure, and even indulge to certain pastimes.

Stay healthy, stay well, stay safe, and do that, normalcy will surely return.

Of course, another word of advice;

"To be prideful in one's peak, without knowing thy origins, always doomed to fall, forgetting the reasons of their rise."

"One that knows humility, values not only the serenity of silence, but to appreciate the limelight that shine upon thee"