Thursday 23 February 2012

Juggling it all

Returning to tech I wondered if it was a good idea to tackle five subjects all at once. My fellow class mates said I’m crazy for doing it; I smile and say it will be okay. It’s been my third week now and I can honestly say; so far so good. Don’t get me wrong I have loads to do and it’s not always easy to manage family, work, school and play. But even through it all I know that this sacrifice will help shape my girls future and how they look at the world around them.  

If I was the boss

I would want to be the kind of person, people can look up to. Learn to understand my staff and their needs. Treat staff members with respect as I would like to be treated. Being a boss, does not mean I throw my weight around but a leader and someone people would want to follow. I want to be the kind of boss people can learn and benefit from by making a difference in the company but also the lives of those I work with. Being kind and thoughtful doesn’t mean I’m a weak leader, it just means I have balance.

Thursday 16 February 2012

Two people come out of a building and into a story.

As soon they stepped outside, they looked up into the beautiful evening sky with its stars shining brighter than ever before. They looked around as if they are witnessing it for the very first time, admiring the beauty all around them. Looking into each other’s eyes they know that this moment will be the first day of many to come. Looking ahead is all that matters and the past is not an option. They are ready to make this happen. He takes a deep breath and reaches for his bride’s hand and vow to love her forever.

How hard is it to follow instructions?

When you have instructions, assembling an item would be an easy task, right? Wrong. The word instructions alone could throw you of track, not to mention when given verbally. Think about it, when an instruction is given some people concentrate hard, appearing to understand the task at hand that the actual instructions fly right over their heads. The only reason I know this, is not because I study human behavior, but it happened to me a few times too and in order to master the ‘gaze of understanding’ (when you actually don’t) takes more practice than training for the marathon.

Sunday 12 February 2012

I am too old for this…NOT

We were told that one of the assignments for Media Studies would be social media (blogging and tweeting), both of which I’ve never done. And yes, it was immediate panic but I managed to keep my composure before my fellow, younger classmates. It’s bad enough when you climb the hill but not knowing how this techno stuff work is even worse. So the following day, my two “in the know” colleagues and very good friends gave me a crash course. And now I’m enjoying it so much, I think I found my callingJ

Random is good…I think?

Someone asked me why call your blog Random Rants, clearly he don’t know me very well. I am as random as you can get. I was off course oblivious to the fact until friends pointed it out. Shock to the system…how can they say that? I mean, do you really know who I am? Well I must admit I do have the odd occasion of being a bit off track (just a tad bit) but its good comic relief for myself and off course others.  Being an adult does take its toll, so why not enjoy the ride, we’ll eventually get there.

Saturday 11 February 2012

Student life in your (early) 30’s

I’ve met with the student advisor when registering for BTech 2012. She advised that it would be best to take three subjects this year and two the next. To which I responded, nope can do, I need to get this behind me fast and furious. She looked at me long and said, “Good luck – going to need it”.  Well to that I say (to myself) I know what I want and what I’m capable of. Of course it’s going to take some sacrificing but it’s doable and will be so much more rewarding in the end. Just keep, keeping on!

Just a thought…

Ballet was interesting; at least the chats the moms have while waiting on their little princesses. I’m really starting to think that I was a man in my previous life. I suck at baking and cooking is not really one of my strengths. My philosophy is, why make it just buy it? It’s so much easier and less time consuming? Some enjoys baking, others gardening and I like watching TV, at least when I find the time.  Don’t get me wrong there’s a lot of other stuff I’m great at, being in the kitchen is just not one of them.

Friday 10 February 2012

Weekend? What's that?

Friday night and the girls are off to bed. I’m deciding on my (non-existent) weekend. A-D, my five year old have ballet at 9am, so sleeping in is out of the question. Back home to cart Brit my oldest daughter to the shops to purchase her long over-due scrapbook for her last year in Primary school. Doing chores including overseeing the girls doing their homework, so when do I get to relax now again? I need to start with my research assignment which is only one of the four I received this week (panic station). Three words: Need Red Bull.

Superwoman reports for duty

So I survived the first week back at CPUT as a Btech student. I see this year as a year for redemption due to 2011 being a bit of a close call. This is my time and my year to prosper academically and give it my all. So I’m reporting for duty and ready for action. Life has taught me that nothing worthwhile comes easy, juggling a full time job, studying as well as being a mother of two beautiful but demanding girls won’t be easy, but, I am motivated and determine to make this happen. That’s how I roll.