Life beckons.
Sunday, October 01, 2006
「 8:03 AM 」


Being in Perth on this very day, it is difficult not to be sucked into the footy fever. I never had much interest in Australian footy and never will either. However, today..with the grand finals between Sydney Swans, and Perth's homegrown West Coast Eagles, I have to admit that even I, was a tad excited.

After an entire week of every single Australian person telling me how good the Eagles are, and how badly they want them to win, I decided that today..I shall plonk myself on my bed and actually watch the game.. And I did.

I wasn't rooting for anyone in particular, although secretly, I did want the Eagles to win. The game was bloody thrilling and nerve wrecking at the same time. The score finally came down to 84 to 78 in the last 4 minutes. Imagine the pressure and anxiety!

In the last two minutes, the score became 85-84. The Eagles were leading by a mere point and there were TWO WHOLE crucial minutes left to the game. I didnt even realise it, but I was actually gripping the sides of my bed and I think I stopped inhaling for a full two minutes.

Finally, just before one more kick, the whistle was blown, which marked the end of the game. And....the Eagles had won!

A sudden surge of excitement, thrill and pride overwhelmed me..although Im not sure why. Im not even Australian. I don't like Perth that much or footy either.. So, why did I feel exhilarated at the result?

Can't actually answer all those questions..but I guess, it could be because, sub consciously, I have grown accustomed to this country, its people and its lifestyle.

Now, Im suddenly wondering if I'll be happier when I return to Singapore or not.

Oh well..since that's bound to happen one day, real soon.. I guess, for now.. I'll just enjoy my time here abit more..

And suddenly, now I'm thinking what my return to xin jia po has in store for me.

Hmmm........