A week of memories indeed.
July 24 – A date to remember. It was the day, after 18 long long years, when I would finally put on the gown and mortarboard, and emerge from the auditorium as a fully-fledged graduate. Ok, so I’ve received the transcript and degree certificate, but the donning of the gown and the ceremony is a different thing altogether. And oh, let’s not forget the numerous pictures you’d take with all your friends who’re in the same session, and those who came especially early before their evening session to frame that special moment with friends in the afternoon session.
Ah, how sweet the memories of three years.
July 28 - A celebration of all three years. The NBS convocation ball, the fruit of our labour, finally descended upon us in a rush. There was always the matter of logistics problems, but it was fortunate that everyone’s drive to make it a successful event was present, and it was all systems go, all engines firing, from as early as 9am.
First it was shifting the goodies from the carpark to the ballroom, then it was goodie bag packing, then it was the mad rush home to change and get ready, and back to the hotel for more.
The attendees began trickling in from 5.30pm, as the ball was slated for commencement at 6.30pm, with pre-dinner activities lined up. And of course, not forgetting the picture taking sessions once again. From these two events, I figure I must’ve taken something like 150 pictures?
Anyway the event was a blast! Thanks to all who attended! For those who didn’t but would want to take a peek, here’s a link.
All good things must come to an end, and well, it did, after three hours or so of excellent programming by the events company. I had lots of fun, as did most of the people who attended (did a roving survey at the end while taking more pics!). But the night was still young, and with Jia around, we all know what the next activity is.
Yep. He had four pints, followed up with about one and a half jugs of tiger. I had one pint, one wine, and about half a jug. Haha. The beng, of course, had about the same as Jia. And of course, we should never forget the antics he gets into whenever he’s over the top!
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Ah. The memories. The days have come to a close, a conclusion. We knew it was coming, but at least we’re not living in regret.
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A new phase in life has just begun.
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It’s the end, but it’s also a new beginning.
