many thanks for your concern n sorry for letting you worry. i'm good now. the worse should be over. =) this busy madness is over with the last of my 2 thai frens returning to their country this afternoon. the last 3 weeks was without a doubt a rather stressful period, but i'm glad that i've emerged stronger.... i learnt alot in terms of work and some softskills n did enjoy myself with my colleagues, some of whom i definitely regard as frens. frens who were supportive and always willing to extend a helping hand or a listening ear.