ABOUT ME! (my piece of crap)

This is an essay about me that was sent to one of my lecturers. The story, the sentence, the grammar, it is like a primary school standard. I know! But I really have no idea what to tell others about me. There is nothing interesting about it :S



When I was young, I always thought about many ridiculous things. For instance, I thought that I came from the moon, there was a boogie man under my bed, and doctors were alien. However, mother told me that it was only my imagination and there were no such things in this real world. I started to think rationally and asked everyone around about that. I guess mother was right. There is no such thing in this real world. She also explained a few things about me. She said my name, Aqilah means intelligent and beautiful (it does not reflect me I think -_-"). I was born on 16th January and according to my star sign, the Capricorn is a hardworking, dependable, like to be active and love adventure, believe strongly in freedom and they do not change their mind easily (again it does not reflect me!).

In my early childhood, I like to play video games and my all time favourite is Mario Brothers. I like to watch cartoons too and this is one thing that has stayed with me throughout my life. As I grew into girlhood, I started to love outdoor activities like camping, bicycling, and running. I also like to play volleyball. I was one of the state players for Selangor and after I finished the primary school, I got an offer to continue my study at Bukit Jalil Sports School. However, my parents refused to send me there because they were afraid that I might ignore my study. I have to obey that even though I was a bit disappointed with that decision. Now that I am on the threshold of adulthood, my world has grown to include exciting friends and a new environment of life.

For many years, I have been interested in studying astronomy. My interest in pursuing this field stems from several factors which have affected me. First, I would like to study the mysteries of the universe. Astronomy is a science that seeks to explain everything that we observe in the universe, from the comets and planets in our own solar system to distant galaxies to the echoes of the Big Bang. Second, I am fascinated by physics. I believe, through the study of astronomy, I can effectively satisfy my curiosity in this field. However, there is no specific course for astronomy or astrophysics here in Malaysia. Therefore, my mother directed me to further study in law. Since mother knows best, I gave up on my interest and applied for Pre-Degree in Law at Mara University of Technology (UiTM).

I had never dreamt of becoming a lawyer in my entire life. This is due to the fact that I am not good at history, language and diplomacy. Besides that, I have this mind-setting that it is expensive to become a lawyer. The fees – if I did not further my study in UiTM, the attire, the books and journals, and the high cost in maintaining the practice. Other than that, my soft skills is weak and I can hardly deal with people effectively. However, during my study, I am developing this skill and the courses, pre-degree and Bachelor of Legal Studies (BLS) has taught me a lot. I am more confident to communicate with others; I am able to express my thoughts, and I am still developing the skills up until now. I manage to complete my pre-degree, and I have also graduated from UiTM’s Bachelor in Legal Studies (BLS) on time.

Besides study, in order to gain more experience and to enjoy my campus life, I joined this uniformed body called SUKSIS which stands for ‘Sukarelawan Polis Siswa Siswi’ for six semesters. I was commissioned as a voluntary police inspector on 19th June 2010 by the former Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Musa Hassan. It was really one of the sweetest moment of mine.



Now, when I look at the picture of myself, I realize how much I have grown and changed, not only physically, but also mentally as a person in the last couple of years. The picture was taken on the day of my commission as a voluntary police inspector. Less than one month after this photograph was taken, I have registered myself at UiTM as a law student, without any idea of what to expect. I enrolled my first semester of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) as an innocent one. I am one of the partners of Nuraini Roslan & Associates from group G. I was a bit scared of this course before because I heard the rumours that this course is so tough that you do not even have time for your own self. Now that I have entered the second semester, the focuses in my life have changed dramatically. I think I am able to manage my time wisely and I am mentally prepared.

At first, before I enrol this course, I expected that this course is just the same as BLS. However, I was wrong. After the classes began, the first thing I get acquainted with is not actually the legal principles, but more of the rules of daily practice. Simple matters like filing documents in court, effecting service of documents and drafting, all becomes part of the routine. I do not think this is taught at other law schools at other local universities in Malaysia. What else could I ask for? I just hope that I will complete this course with flying colours and the future is yet to be decided.

As the college experience approaches, I am still the same person, only modified to better maximize my talents. Although I still have some time to play volleyball and see movies, perhaps one of the few similarities between this photograph and me now is my smile.