Recently...

The recent events in the region has affected us more or less...
So many lives / persons lost, missing, uncontactable...
To the family members of a victim,
"Lost", "missing" and "uncontactable" has little difference in meaning...
They will be feeling sad, anxious, disappointed, dis-heartened, grief-ed...
It was heart-wrenching to watch the latest news on TV, in the comfort of our living rooms...

Today is New Year's Day Eve.
Somehow the mood is different, not as joyous as previous years.
Even when I greeted the Uncle giving out the free newspapers,
He managed a forced smile and wished me back.
Guess this time, it has affected more than just the countries involved,
But also the neighbouring countries as well.

To all my faithful readers,
Have a blessed year ahead.