International Baccalaureate: CAS

31/10/2021 Single: about 4h Trying out for the first time, baking two sets of macarons, raspberry and chocolate. Risk assessment includes using sharp objects and heat carefully. The recipe was quite difficult to follow, but somehow I managed until the end. Whisking egg whites, mixing dry ingredients in, adding the batter into a piping bag. Piping on to a baking sheet and baking at 225 ° C degrees for approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Filling was 'pudding' like made and macarons were compiled when cooled. Macarons are claimed to be one of hardest desserts to create, and I have to admit that I was quite close to losing hope. Fortunately they turned out fine. First batch was bit questionable, but second one was a success. Learning new baking techniques and developing my skills, especially patience and focusing. Undertaking a new challenge felt great, and some day I will finesse these, for sure!

29/10/2021 Single: about 5h Organizing a Halloween themed get-together with few of my friends. Mostly planning, cooking, setting up the table, creating a Halloween costume and makeup, decorating and cleaning. We, as a group, purchased and created costumes and decorations, and prepared foods and drinks. Organized the whole apartment and took care of it by cleaning it afterwards. We had a blast and overall the party was a success! We faced multiple obstacles and issues along the way, but fortunately our problem-solving skills were stronger. Creativity is not my strong suit, and is definitely an area of development. I would also do some matters differently, if I were to recreate the night. Even though we were not that loud, we should have informed the neighbors about the party, as we had to deal with some consequences later. Intellectual risk-taking and communication skills were our strengths this time. Our menu for the night.

29-30/10/2021 Single: about 5h Voluntary work to organize a surprise birthday party for an acquaintance. Mostly planning, organizing, decorating, serving food and cleaning. Planning the date, place and booking the place and the artist who performed. Decorating and organizing, for example, setting the lights and tables and changing the arrangement of the rooms. During the party, general organizing, serving food and cleaning. Aim for the action is to organize a surprising and memorable night. My personal values include doing my all to my close ones and being a better person. Working on my planning and communication skills and improving my maturity and problem-solving skills. Collaborative work tends to be a challenge for me, but luckily I was mostly with my family and people I'm familiar with. Such a giving, yet challenging experience in many ways, but overall a successful night. The surprise came out of the blue and most people spent their night well.