“Real Life” – Chapter 1: Condo Warming, the Transition and the Adjustments

Allow me to re-introduce myself. My name is Kevin Vinod Pranjivan, BComm, and rookie of the “Real Life”. Just like any sports league, no matter how much you prepare or succeeded in all levels prior, rookies still have to find their place within, make the transition (whether be it of location or of team role’s) and lastly they must adjust to their new surroundings. This analogy can also apply to where I currently stand, which is one step into the “Real Life".

My Place (Condo Warming)

As of August 22nd 2010, I have been living in my new condo. Moving was way more then I expected it to be, but this is where hopefully I can earn some sponsorship money. The Toyota Matrix has more space than the iPhone 4. To be exact the little hatch back as the capability to fit 24 Jordan boxes (trust me size 13 boxes are quite big). It was quite the sight to see the car full of Jordan’s, and I am not going to lie, it felt nice. Anyways to remain on topic, the condo lifestyle is great. I am still settling in as there are some outstanding items that still need to be addressed, but the condo is 90% furnished now and it is looking real live! However the condo will not be looking nearly as live as it does today with out the help of my parents. My mom was a huge hand in helping me settle in and the handy skills of my dad were a huge help inassembling, moving etc… *Also to get him on the GARRRRRRLICCC movement is biggggg!*

Once it is completely furnished and the dust has settled, I will defiantly have a condo warming. Most likely will be a cookies and milk or a wine and cheese. Maybe even some sorrel up in there too….


The Transition


The transition from the prologue to the “Real Life” has been one that I was well prepared for. For those who don’t know, I was offered a permanent position with my current employer, which was effective on August 23rd. In other words, I am working full time hours. The transition into this position and the hours has been very smooth for two reasons. The first reason is that my colleagues and coworkers that I have been working with remain the same. I am already part of the work culture within the team, thus I do not have that “new guy” feeling, like you would when you switch schools. The second reason is mainly due to the co-op experience I gained through my bachelor of commerce. This experience has made the increase to full time hours very easy as I have done it before. The transition into the work component of the “Real Life” has been great.

The transition that I knew was going to be difficult is the change of scenery. Not geographically but socially as the personnel around me is going through changes ala Eminem. Before explaining why this social transition isn’t as easy, you must understand transition, the word. You don’t know the word? Transition – A modulation, especially a brief one (when used in music contexts). Now you know the word, and this is exactly what my transition reflects because it is a brief modulation.

As mentioned previously in the Prologue I gave a shout out to the Wolfpak/Cut Bartles and The Tripod. Bartle D from the Wolfpak/Cut Bartles is currently modulating back in the dub! This modulation will be brief because I know he is already begun the process of varying his pitch, increasing his intensity and tone and is ready to unleash it (ouch). Wolfpak/Cut Bartles are always together no matter what, connected via the trans-bartle highway. The Tripod is reflective of a triangle, which is the strongest shape you can find. Although two of the vertices may be back in the T.Dot (doing big things) we all know the segments are always going to be connected. The Wolfpak/Cut Bartles and the Tripod are “impetuous, their defence is impregnable, they are just ferocious” (credit to iron Mike Tyson) know matter where the members reside. This transition as I said is brief and although the same personnel may not be around me physically, we always going to be there for each other! RESPECT!

Adjustments

The major adjustment that has yet to kick in is to realize that I am done my undergraduate degree. I think it will kick in then the celebration occurs on November 13th! All the family (A and B) I mentioned in the prologue, please try to make it! It will make the adjustment that much easier and the party 10x better! Another adjustment that I am trying to get a grasp on is this phenomenon known as free time. I haven’t had free time to this extent in a long time, and while many of you may be thinking the grass is greener on the other side (in the context of free time), you’re not thinking what I’m thinking…. Aim for the bushes? Exactly. The lesson that it is key to use your free time wisely which is why I have decided to pursue my Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation as soon as possible rather then take a break.(Most likely will start in Winter 2011).

Now when I started this chapter, I was standing one step into the “Real Life”. I am still in the same spot, however how far I walk, how long I jog, and how fast I run from my standing point is solely dependent on my ability to find my place, make the transition and adjust to my new surroundings. EDIT* I WILL WALK FAR, JOG LONG, AND RUN FAST FROM MY STANDING POINT AS I WILL FIND MY PLACE, MAKE THE TRANSITION AND ADJUST* ----> AKA I WONT SETTLE!

Stay tuned for “Real Life” – Chapter 2: Ridin' on 22’s

Real Life: The Prologue

The time is near, soon I will be facing what people call the "Real Life". Am I ready for the the "Real Life"? This question cannot be answered, however I can say that what I have experienced already has me ready for what the "Real Life" has in store for me. I will not be where I am today without everything that has already happened, which I like to refer to as the "The Prologue"

The Prologue

I(A).Family

I cannot put in words how much my family means to me, how much they have done for me and how much I owe to them. Through the good times, the bad times and the worst times I have always had a strong inner circle, which is my family. My parents are my inspiration and also my motivation. They have provided me with the tools needed to inspire myself to be a success, which will fuel my motivation in the "Real Life". My brother has always been a mentor and a role model to me, and without him I would not be the same person as I am today.

In additon, I must thank all my extended family on the West Coast. Keeping within my home nation, my family in Van City have always been there for me and have provided me with many great memories. And the same can be said for my family in the real "West Coast" in Sacramento, California, the only difference is that this family seems to be expanding rapidly, and i cannot wait to see all the new additions very sooon!

I(B). Family - WOLFPAK!, WPK, CUT BARTLES, MAN DEM...

If your confused by reading the title above, then you have already figured out that you are not part of this exclusive family.

How can he? or how can she? ME? not sure.. but the only thing I know is that we are family! Through the ups and downs, all the road trips (countless times to tdot, Syracuse, MTL 1, MTL 2, MTL 3, and another one to be added), the intense ball games, the countless nights we take life (please don't press charges o-town, MTL), and just the times we moss/lime/chill/run 2k.. all i know is that the bond we have created will never be broken and will remain strong know matter where "Real Life" takes us.

And I know i would get "cut" treatment if i didn't give a well deserved shout out to my TRIPOD. Ever since first year until now, cant stop, wont stop. WE RUN ONTARIO! Your approval of stamp is still required, due to our vast exclusiveness.

II. University Life

When I packed up my things are left home in 2006 for Carleton U, I had no idea what to expect. Fast forward to a month away from graduation, I can really say that it has exceeded my expectations immensely. I can really define each of the years by one word.

First Year - Success
Second Year - Swag
Third Year - Emotions
Fourth Year - WolfPak

After these 4 years, I can really say that I have changed from the chubby guy that arrived in first year, and have become a less chubby but more importantly a young man ready for "Real Life" with alot more Jordans, thanks bartle d.

It is the above things that have me ready for the "Real Life" which is slated to commence in September. Prologue officially ends in August, with the ceremony to be held in November.

Stay tuned for the "Real Life" - Chapter 1: Condo Warming, the Transition and Adjustments