Life has been pretty mundane recently since A levels are in less than a month.
It has been a really long time since I pushed myself this hard since primary 4. After all, 12 years of education all depends on this one exam.
The loopholes and gaps are making themselves very clear to me as I am progressing in my work, which is a good sign as it shows that I am finally understanding it. This should have been the way at the beginning of the year but my procrastinating abilities have proved to be potent. (andnottomentionmusicwhichwasprobably80percentofmyJClife-.-)
This period has also been an opportunity to really get to know my friends better, since they are always around when you study.
For the times that I had been hurt.... It was probably God trying to teach me something. Things that I couldnt comprehend before, I finally understand now. Yet, I still feel appreciative of these experiences as it is through them I learn and change for the better. Perhaps to be less naive, or to know that I am deserving of so much more.
Anyway, it was finally the last day of school yesterday. I still cannot believe how fast almost two years flew by.
Scanning through the photos, I am seen smiling very widely in almost every single one of them, which just shows how big of an impact AC has made on me. The school and its people pretty much single-handedly pulled me out of my shell and showed me that there were people who actually care for my feelings and that I belonged somewhere. I was finally a 'somebody'.
All the negative sentiments I heard about AC when I was in secondary school, thank God I paid no heed to them. Now I see that it was probably derived either out of jealousy, ignorance, or just being unable to appreciate the fact that AC is just way beyond their simple minds to comprehend. (I sound so biased)
It is astounding to see how infectious the AC spirit is, bringing so many people together. It is really hard to describe what it is exactly, and only those who have experienced it for themselves truly understand its power. We of course have to thank Mrs Chan for letting its legacy live till today.
Thank you AC, for bringing my smile back, something which I have not seen for a very, very long time.
So now here are some photos and dedications.............. :
What more can I say that you guys dont already know? These two girls who have been by my side through thick and thin, made me laugh, seen me cry... And everything else in between. I am so, so grateful for meeting them. I was very skeptical about making as good friends as my sisters.... and they were the ones who proved me wrong. Thank you for being there whenever I needed you guys, thank you for the warm encouraging messages whenever I felt down, and thank you for bringing me something to smile about every day.
My uber-cool econs classmates, the most real and down-to-earth people I have met. There isn't a single boring moment with them and things are always really comfortable. They showed me that it is okay to have your own opinions and even more okay to voice them out unabashedly. Even though I got some of my ideas shot down a couple of times, it also proved to me that their compliments weren't just to please me. It is hard to find such genuine people, and they have brought considerable joy into my life.
The boys with the two photobombers behind! HAHAHA
I have made so many memories with these guys, some not necessarily pleasant (since they arent all that tactful) but in the end, they are very sweet people and class breaks wouldnt have been as much fun without them!
I WILL BE SENDING YOU ALL OFF TO TEKONG, DONT WORRY, hopefully by then you guys will become slightly more mature and buff hehe ;)
Firstly, my OG, who were the first people who accepted me for who I am without judging my past and made me feel cared for. You guys will be ingrained in my heart for a long, long time. Hope we can meet up soon!
Secondly, the class of MEP 2013, for all the shit that we have been through together, we have finally made it! We all have our differences but what we have experienced is the same and in the end, those moments are what connects us.
Thirdly, the strings peeps! It was super enjoyable making music together with you guys, and I will always treasure the gossip and bull talk sessions that we have had together. I had a lot of fun, so thank you! :D
