It's just the start of something new.
5:19 PM on Wednesday, June 9, 2010
I know, you know - we all wished that this trip was longer. Everyone was really looking forward and excited about this trip! We were all staying up the night before and chatting and spamming each others Facebook pages. Now that the trip is finally over, I wished that we could do it all over again.
I panicked early in the morning when I couldn't find my polo-tee and realized that I left it in school! Gosh. So, What time did you guys reached school? When I reached at 6.20am with a few others, the whole bunch of you were already there. Not forgetting some latecomers, which is a bad habit to start of the trip with!
Everyone was hyper on the bus, especially when they were playing Transformers (you know why!). I was so surprised that the hyper-ness in you guys didn't die down during the 10-hour ride! People like me who were trying to sleep doze off and woke up due to the high level of noise pollution. Haha, the back of the bus was having their own karaoke session. Dang!
When we reached Gopeng, I could tell some of your jaw dropped when you knew that you would you had to stay in a 'kampung' situation for 2 nights. Yes, indeed it was hard to adapt with the countless of mosquitoes and weird crawling creatures - but it's an Adventure Camp, what to expect? Lol.
We didn't really do anything upon arrival but lazing around and having our own chats. It was really funny to talk to some of you and it was indeed great knowing more about you guys! It's been quite a while since I talked to anyone like that. (: My room had a spider-catching slash insect smashing team! Haha. How interesting right? They must be bored to tears. While the seniors on the other side had a chat at the other room which was super funny. You know, I know. (:
Day 2! Please bare with my wordy entry, I know some of you don't like to read! We boarded the lorry and it was an enjoyable and funny ride to our destination. Water Abseiling and White-Water Rafting was seriously the boomz! I personally enjoyed both of them, but I really like White-Water Rafting more - except the water confidence part. It was really great to see everyone really trying and taking part in the activity, it is really a rare experience that you will get in Singapore. I bet many smashed their faces into the rock while abseiling right? While it's okay, it was also very hard for me to balance as water was gushing down my legs!
Everyone wiped out the food as they were too hungry right? Who is already starting to miss the Gopeng Donuts? MEEE! They were so good and everyone was having sugar rush and being hyper in the dormitories. But everyone didn't have an problem at all to go to bed, because we were all too tired - and we all knocked out after lights off!
Won't go too much into detail of each day, but those highlights. Caving! I bet no one expected to hike up for such a long way. But it was really a good experience for me though, it made me felt adventurous - and I am not that type of person! (: Caving was a lil' scary for me, in the dark. But it was fun! And there was bats right? Or some sort of creature, which scared the hell out of me! It is really a very valuable experience for me and I actually witness some really beautiful sights in the cave.
After lunch, we all got change! (Well, except some!) Off to the theme park! I bet many of you are excited about it, but there not much rides there. Only the slides were the main attraction of it and I heard many of you went to queue for the slides for 5 - 6 times! Wow, you must have spend 1.5 hours queuing and the remaining time to play. But it seems like you guys had fun, and most of you were only left with about 5 - 10 minutes to wash up.Off to the hotel! Everyone was excited! How does it feel to be the first bunch of Singapore student to stay in Town Regency? The apartment was super lush and nice, and it was much more than what we expected. Thumbs up! We went off for dinner and Malaysia's traffic is really dangerous! There is not much traffic lights and we were all permitted to jaywalk for the first time in front of Teachers and Officers. Haha, how cool. (:
We all went separate ways, but most of us (or all) were at Marrybrown to have our dinner. We were all internet deprived and many of us were using the Wi-Fi at Marrybrown. Many think that 1.5 hours of dinner and shopping was not enough, and each group started their own amazing race in the shopping mall! It was so funny, and we TRIED to explore the whole shopping center - but my group only shopped till Level 2. How sad, than it's back to the hotel.
We had to head back home to Singapore the next day, sobs. ): Had our spread of buffet breakfast and we all headed up to pack before bidding farewell to our super luxurious rooms. Good-bye Ipoh, we took away good memories with us. (: The bus ride back was hyper, especially after lunch - it was like everyone was on drugs and losing control. Oh well, boys being boys. You know what I mean right? (: It was overall a very good and successful trip!
*****
A note of appreciation.
Throughout my 4 years in the BB, I have never failed to experience something magical each year. It has though me a lot since I first joined in as a Recruit, and I've changed and grown for the past years. It's been a mind-blowing experience for me and to have so much opportunities for me to further expand my knowledge and capabilities. I truly thank the Officers and Teachers who have helped to groom me along the way, especially Sir Albert and Mr. Lau - who has seen me and nurtured me through my whole 4 years.
To my fellow Brothers in BB: I finally experience what Brotherhood feels like. Being there for someone and showering care and love to that person, that's just part of the Brotherhood. I remembered my senior always being there for me like my Big Brother, and I try to be one to you guys too. You guys are a great bunch to be with, and I have enjoyed my time with you - even when things get a lil' irritating and frustrating at times. I've watched you guys grown (for the Sec 3s), and some of you look really different now! Like Junxian, you look really different from Sec 1! Jing Long, whom I didn't expect to be so outgoing now! He used to be a quiet Boy who hangs around only in his clique. But look at him now, he is so fun loving and is so bubbly!
Well, everyone has grown in the years. Sad to say that my time has come to bid farewell to the Seniors Programme. It's been a really enjoyable time spent with all of you. But my plans now for my future are quite fixed. I have no intentions to come back to continue studying for my 'O's, but you know - maybe you'll see me back in Primers? Well, anything can happen. (:
To the next batch of leaders who are stepping up, I believe you'll do a good job in bringing the company to greater heights! I trust that the company is in good hands. Well, I like to think so. =P Please don't follow the footsteps of my wrong doings. Each person has their own way of leading, and everyone makes mistake along the way. Forgive and forget - 3 humble words each leader should posses. Don't hold any grudges against each other and let there be happiness and harmony in the company. I believe you guys will be able to deliver the expectations in time! (:
To my junior Boys - be patient, tolerant and discipline. Your seniors are always there for you, do approach them in times of troubles or doubts. They are always trying their best to do what's best for you, so listen and follow as they will set an example for you to learn and teach your juniors in the future. After all, you are the future of the company - and the future lies in your hands. It's been great joy getting to know you, even though it's a short time spend. Do listen okay! (:
Well, it's not like I am not going to see you guys in school right! I still have another 3 months before my major examination. It's really sad to leave Seniors Programme as it has given me so much good memories to recollect and reflect. Oh well, it's just part and parcel of life. I can't believe I am graduating, it's just so fast. Watching the company grow from a size of 10 to 30, and having so many moments to take away. 34th will always be in my heart, and I will definitely come back to serve whenever I can. (:
Thank you for the wonderful memories and being a family to me. To the person who will precede my title, be loving and humble, thoughtful and respectful towards them. I'll be back real soon! I love you guys very much, and it's been a blessing in my life to be part of this experience and Brotherhood. ♥
With Love,
Kane