Many people walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints behind...
Indeed, couldn't agree more and there are loads of people (apart from my beloved kins) whom I am grateful for...
i) accepting me
ii) growing with me
iii) nurturing my inner me
iv) standing by me in times of troubles/ sadness (yes, not happiness because you can share it with any tom, dick or harry, that is if you want to)
v) encouraging and believing in me
vii) their selfless acts and sweet thoughts
vi) bountiful care, concern, patience, love showered et cetera
oh, I can go on and on and on and on.....but I have decided to keep it short (trying my best) and sweet.
these are the kind souls I want to thank, showed my sincere and utmost gratitude in the form of words (not in any particular order, perhaps alphabetical for NEATNESS sake!!)
First and foremost...
Ailing - (the untidy ex-col who shared the same cubicle) I reminisce the olden days where we will always hang out together every Friday (clubbing, makaning, chatting etc), indulge in inane bickerings, how I perform my "Sakura" dance for you. I miss them soooooooo much. Sorry that I screwed everything up. So sad that things aren't the same anymore. You are one great friend, cha boh.
Angeline (my jie-mei) - For standing firm and united in times of struggles and persecution (by some mad-barking non-stop dog). We braved through endless storms, hurricanes, typhoons, volcanoes (whatever catastrophies existed). But hey, we persevered and emerged victoriously, didn't we? Despite physically-mentally-emotionally exhausted, there was never a tinge of bitterness, nothing bitchy nor catty (unlike the rest of the class), we bonded there and then. Though work and commitments has kind of tore us apart physically, but never in my heart. We have yet to fulfill our shared-dreams, gal.
Bryan (the program coordinator-turned-friend) - For taking my application form and never tell me he is taking up mass comm and earning commission. But...he compensated by his selfless acts during my course of study, making it less miserable and more bearable. How he give me inside info (letting me know firsthand news about my results), thoughtfully arranged for me and my jie-mei to sit together during exams whenever possible (nope, not for copying sake, but to feel more at ease with the growing tension in exam hall). For his generous hospitality when I visited Down Under, showing me around despite the need to mug for exams in a couple of weeks time. Am still waiting for that chomp chomp treat that you promised when you are back from Mel. (our hot date, remember? *wink*) Warning: REDUCE YOUR CIGGIES INTAKE!
Darren (top MIA guy) - For his always sincere/ truthful/ constructive critisisms. Irony, we seemed to be more updated with each other's life when you were in UK rather than in homeground. But heart-warming that you still make effort to meet up whenever you can. Some effort made, better than none. Nevertheless, thank you and don't you go missing again! Warning: REDUCE YOUR CIGGIES INTAKE!
Eric - For his companionship/ constant encouragement and as a mentor. Inexplicable platonic relationship. Shared many joy, laughter, sadness, misunderstandings..you name it, we had it.
Kian Meng (the other half of Yew "Tee") - His patience in coaching me and his willingness to impart his knowledge to me with no questions asked. We actually met through Friendster even though we are just a stone throw away to each other. Has been a tremendous help to me during my FYP. Our friendship is young yet deeper than those whom I have known for donkey years. Oh he has a special task...that is to be my BRUDDER AGONY!!
LF (my da-ge) - For his time. I took up alot of his time all these years. For when I am down and out, he is the one I look for. He is there for me when the whole world seems to abandon me. He is there to lift me up when I fall, and boy, did I fall real hard...so hard that it took me months to find back myself, my worth, my everything. This is our 8th years of brudder-sista relationship and still counting and hopefully as strong and bonded as before. A "BIG THANK YOU" bro!
Pauline (affectionately known as ganma, yes godma) - For her generosity, care, concern and love for this gan nu-er of hers (that's ME, for goodness sake!!). For bringing me to my first trekking @ Berkelah Waterfall (Pahang).
Qi (my friend-soulmate-confidante) - For his everything. For staying at home with me when I am struggling to complete my assignments/ projects or mugging for exams. For trusting me and giving me freedom. For cooking for me, preparing herbal tea, setting up my PC, driving my family around, run errands with me and many many many more. Overall, for looking after my well-being. Finally, for his LOVE.
Quan (the big gangster with a BIG heart) - For the countless supper and rides home after my classes. Forever bickering with me, can't you just give in to ME, just for ONCE?!?!?!?! He is a good listener and never fails to cheer me up. Calls me all the way from Oz when I sms him saying that I am feeling down though it was already wee hours (4am over his side). Who threatened not to pick me up @ Brisbane Airport if I do not bring him enough ciggies. Never fails to tempt me with YAMI yoghurt. Oh, I so missed him. Warning: REDUCE YOUR CIGGIES INTAKE!
TS - For his magnanimity, forgiving heart, selfless love. Enough said.
May GOD bless you peeps infinity times the amount you peeps blesses me.