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Closing a Chapter, Opening Another

Posted by narrowband - 28/05/07 at 11:05:12 pm

[Edit@30th May 2007: The slideshow has been updated with a newer version. Some rearrangements have been made, and all transition, zooming and encoding settings have been improved for better quality.] When the invigilator announced, “Students, you must stop writing now,” I saw many of my coursemates shook hands, and bade each other farewell. It was quite a sight, knowing that some of us may not be seeing each other again. Some others, however, will be working together in the same company. In any case, what’s for sure is that everyone will be leaving the university with mixed feelings: a heavy heart, a tinge of sadness, a little bit of joy, and maybe some sense of pride. I, for one, will definitely miss my former housemates and friends, the times we spent together and the happiness they’ve given me. I’ve had some of the best moments in my life with this bunch of people.

I lived with five housemates, 4 of whom were the darlings Steph, LW, Licia and Hui. Together with my roommate, HH, we’ve gone on trips, for movies, meals, to the library… practically almost everything there was to be done in a day, we’ve done them together (‘cept for probably bathing). We’ve developed a bond so close that I now miss the times we used to chat in the master room til the cows came home, the times when we’d all burn the midnight oil together, where Hui would sit facing me at the table, carrying her huge stuffed dog ‘Boo-boo’ while studying, and of course the moments we spent in Langkawi, PD, and Lang Tengah Island.

I remember it was not all nice and sweet. Four years of knowing each other – surely there were ups as many as there were downs. I recall the times when some of us suffered from a bad day and wouldn’t talk for the rest of the day – sometimes even a few days. But like water, we always made up and got talking again in no time. The guys from upstairs complete the big family and sometimes on certain occasions, we’d all head down to SK town and have ‘dai chow’ (dining in Chinese restaurants) together. I loved it when we’d sit around the table and discuss what dishes to order. We also made it a point to celebrate each other’s birthday every year and that’s one tradition I hope we will not stop practising.

I made a simple slideshow to highlight some of the happiest moments we used to have together throughout the past four years. I’ve produced similar video slideshows in the past but this time it’s a little different. Some of us will be working Penang, some in KL and other parts of the country. Life won’t be the same anymore for many of us, from this month onwards and God knows when we’ll have another outing together again, just like before.

Moon River, wider than a mile
I’m crossing you in style, someday
Old dream maker, you heartbreaker
Wherever you’re going, I’m going your way

Two drifters, off to see the world
There’s such a lot of world to see
We’re after the same rainbow’s end
Waiting round the bend
My Huckleberry friend
Moon River, and me

Only those whose faces appear in the slideshow would understand the significance of each event, trip and experience we’ve had together. I love you guys lots and lots. I wish all other graduating students (and also a special friend, Cybie, who’ll be leaving for Singapore in pursuit of greener pastures) good luck in your future endeavors. And oh, by the by, Friendster is so last-century (although my account is still active), so bookmark* my blog! Ehe…

*Footnote: I’ve added a humongous (not as big as this one though) RSS button at the top of my sidebar for your convenience.

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Hi, I’ll miss you guys , too. Take care and Keep in touch. Wish you guys all the best.

Comment by H.How — May 28, 2007 #
Oh my.. This is sooo nostalgic!

I remember when my housemates left for home, we cried so badly passers-by would’ve thought that somebody passed away! LOL.

But yeah, cherish all those beautiful moments, and pray that everybody will do well and that you will see each other again in the future..

Comment by pelf — May 28, 2007 #
hey friend… are you ready to enter the world of modern slavery? perhaps i should blog about a few tips on choosing jobs huh… ?

well… trust me, you guys will meet again, the world is very small.

Comment by zewt — May 28, 2007 #
*hugs* *hugs* really gam doong. After talking to you, I could not but help check this out..though with a super lagging broadband and computer…very very good effort, I must say.

I’m now in KL, will be travelling around a bit till the end of this month..prolly headed down to Genting mid of this week..no idea. I’ll go where the wind blows me…so yeah, thats my excuse for the inactive blog.

Anyho..it was great to have had shared the meals, trips..and even the house with ya..

A333a + A356 = 1 happy family :D Happy graduation!

Comment by Alicia — May 29, 2007 #
Dun listen to zewt, he just want to menakutkan you :p You won’t be a slave if you know how to balance your life ;)

I thought (and also felt) that the ‘presentation’ is so sweet and yeah, also gam doong lar… I dunno, prolly it’s the song :)

The world is your oyster! ;)

Comment by angel — May 29, 2007 #
ahhh… now, should i be congratulating in completing your degree? any plans for a computing science degree? =p

Comment by CincauHangus — May 29, 2007 #
HH – Thanks man. You too! Bookmark my blog. Hehe.

pelf – Wah we didn’t cry that badly. In fact no one shed any tear! So un-emo rite. Haha.

Aiyo Zewt, since last time you said you wanted to blog about that. Haha. I’ve found my career dy.

Alicia – Happy graduation, ehe. At least you had broadband. Deep inside Sg Buloh there is no broadband coverage – ‘somebody’ is affected. LOL.

Angel – Taklah, tak ditakutkan ;p Oh the presentation hor.. Sometimes I got all emotional watching it myself too. For some of us, it’s more than just the song. It’s when we relate each photo with the event/trip we had together.

Eh I just had fried oyster ;p But it was terrible (told you, the one in your neighbourhood). Haha.. I know I know it’s a figure of speech.. bler;p

Cincau – Siao meh! ;p

Comment by narrowband — May 29, 2007 #
accenture u going?

wah, so fast got job… very good la u…

Comment by zewt — May 29, 2007 #
Congratulations on finishing your course! Welcome to the world of working life! Hehehe…

I can still remember the exhilarating rush when I heard the invigilator say those magic words and I realised that I am finally done with university! Now I am waiting for graduation. Hehehe.

Comment by rinnah — May 29, 2007 #
No, Zewt, I did not even get an interview opportunity. It’s their loss. Hahaha.

Thanks, Rinnah. Waitaminute, does that mean we’ve something in common? ;p

Comment by narrowband — May 29, 2007 #
that somebody is happily strolling the streets of melbourne today. hope you can send me that video..for my keeping – memory sake u know?? ps: not tech savvy.

Comment by BLuEaPpLE — May 30, 2007 #
Welcome to the working world! Those memories with your buddies, you must keep close to your heart as you move on to the next phase of your life. Someday you will look back and marvel how far all of you would have gone from this time forth. (hehe, old auntie advice).

Comment by Bkworm — May 30, 2007 #
aiyoh, i just watched your video. Makes me wanna cry (very ‘kan tung’)…thinking about my own youth (years ago) and wishing the same experiences for my two youngsters.

Comment by Bkworm — May 30, 2007 #
Erm dunno why but got a bit “tersentuh” with tat clip u did.. it’s nice to flashback isn’t it.. well it’s a heavy feeling as u said, never easy to leave but surely it’s for the good..

ps: wat’s with the bathing together thingy?! hehe

Comment by Jian — May 30, 2007 #
Good luck? Good bye? Shall miss u~~

Comment by Cybie — May 30, 2007 #
Alicia – Yep of course. Check your email! It’s the updated version, high-quality .avi file. Gonna keep in your handphone? :)

bkworm – Very the emo leh.. hehe. The song plays a major role in evoking that feeling, I think!

Jian – Just like Cybie leaving huh? Remember bring extra tissue to office during the first few days when she’s not around… hehe…

Cybie – Make sure u do! Ehe. All the same to you, and you will be dearly missed too! :)

Comment by narrowband — May 30, 2007 #
congrats jobless graduate~~! :)

Comment by Din — May 30, 2007 #
Well, I already know my results (finals were in Jan ’07) and graduation should be later this year in August, I think. When are your results expected out?

Sudah cari kerja ke?

Comment by rinnah — May 31, 2007 #
just dropping by and wishing you good luck in your future or perhaps, coming undertakings. (“,)v

Comment by babelearner — May 31, 2007 #
Thanks, Din. Hehe. But that ‘title’ won’t be applicable for long!

Rinnah – Graduation in August too! Yay! ;) Results will be out around the end of June. Of course graduation is still subject to passes but… urm, oh well… I still keep my fingers crossed! Ehe…

Thanks, BL ;) And thank you too for dropping by – come back often! :p

Comment by narrowband — May 31, 2007 #
Ah, I get what you meant in your comment now. Haha.

Well, it’s also so “keberatan” to part right? I feel the same too. :)

Comment by day-dreamer — June 1, 2007 #
i m so sad… :(
y write so emo post…?

Comment by eunice — October 12, 2007 #
hey. miss you guys too! hope you’re doing good @ work :) When are we gonna meet up?

Comment by Li Wei — October 13, 2007 #
Haha… your blog is always so crowded… :D Bravo…. :D

Comment by Jynee — October 14, 2007 #

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