I was in class studying ITIL and had to take an exam this morning. The last time I had to study was for my highway code here to get my California driving licence. Not too bad, I think I should pass. Then I would be certified on ITIL foundation. I hope I can continue and become a practitioner (which means more studying and exams). Multiple choice so much easier than essay type exams.
On Saturday, we were invited to have bbq with Nik and Keng but it rained a bit so we ended up not going out into the backyard. Keng barbequed the meat and we ate them at the dinner table. Also there were Lay Keow and Lai and another Singapore couple, Janet and Sonny who have 2 young sons about Ryan's age. So our circle of friends is enlarging gradually. Janet is a realtor. Like everyone else they have been here forever. Sonny stayed on after graduation when he got a job. But they are still holding Singapore citizenship. Kids were both born here but registered with Singapore so not sure what is going to happen when they reach NS age. Interesting dilemma. Just as for Keng's and Lai's sons. So far more boys than girls in these families. And they advised us to get green cards since it may be relatively easier for us.
I must say they can all cook well. We had Singapore style desserts - the nine-layer nonya cake and a Chinese dessert (looks like gingko nuts soup yet not). And we brought some of the nonya kuehs back too.
Today there were protesters outside our company gates because the shareholders' meeting was this morning. It is interesting how they turn up now and then when there is something happening in the campus. Peaceful gathering though. They just held up some banners - actually I think there were probably more policemen than protesters. Contra Costa county is just not a protest-friendly area. This is basically a suburbia America type neighbourhood of middle class people. albeit fairly well off. I wished I had my camera with me but then again, I don't think it is wise...
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