2011 was filled with much to be thankful for- but more importantly it was filled with people to love. I know it’s already 2012 by the time this is published but the experiences I’ve had still warrant these affirmations.
Class
Benson – wassup co-ct rep, I still find it funny that we’re the only all guy duo in the school when it comes to ct reps. You’re a real crazy dude when it comes to pop culture and talking about people in and around our environment. But those conversations have been fun. I always relish the moments when we have to organise something because despite the problems , we’re always able to come out with some kind of unique solution. We were both outsiders to the RJ culture, but I think we’ve found our own places in the school. I certainly look forward to more outings with you and the rest, seems like 6M may still have some thump in it. What pessimists we used to be eh haha.
Ding Hao – presumptuous. Haha sorry I still remember our big “argument” on who was more pretentious and presumptuous (you btw) . I’m glad for you man, what with Constance and all. We share so many character and background traits and yet we have our own unique perspectives – that’s what make our conversations so punchy. I love bitching about Scouts, Politics and almost anything under the sun with you – especially about people like Gary haha. Thanks for all the help and support you gave me , with STB and the numerous other things we’ve done. The nights we hang out and the drinks we’ve shared have certainly been memorable. Here’s to many more crazy nights waiting for taxis and frantic adventures in Sentosa. PS class tshirt
Gabriel is this even necessary? You know how grateful I am for the 6 years we’ve shared. From Sec 1 where we used to make quips at other classmates to now where we still make quips at other people , we still are able to have honest sincere discussions. It’s one of the main reasons why you’re my first choice for any project I do. Our up in the sky thought games are just as fun as the groundwork that we do. We’ve really grown up eh . I’m glad it was with you.
Shi Feng – chilame. I think I used the same starting line last year as well. But it just goes to show haha. Stoic, detail-orientated and cheeky – that’s you man. I’m glad we didn’t stop working after PW but continued our adventures in i3 and in the internship now. Our lunches and class discussions, the fb posts and retarded comments, the times we’ve gone out – they’re all memories I’ll really hold onto. We’re really a destructive pair together if you ask me haha, but that’s what makes me enjoy your company despite the jokes you pull on me. Here’s to more projects, outings and events with the gang.
Wendi Niu eh H3 buddy! Hahaha, gosh when I think of the times we’ve shared I can’t stop laughing. We’ve had a spectrum of topics we’ve argued over – from love to religion, the future to the past . You’re a precious friend, you put others before yourself. It’s bloody hard to do that in our culture, especially in RJ, but i see strongly that you value your friends. Thanks for valuing me, I just want to let you know I value you a lot too.
Edmond eh Toedmond – ure a retarded fella. Not in the literal sense but still you’re a fun guy to hang out with. I know I can trust you, it’s weird but when it’s all bare and withered I know you’ll do what you say you’ll do. Thanks for being a studybuddy when we were studying, and a good friend every other time. Don’t bojio me ok.
an Cheng I think in our war for the chair- I will have to admit defeat. (I know your response would indicate that you didn’t even think there was a war but still…) ive enjoyed your friendship man, really. You’re blunt honest, yet still able to show you care. I value that, your antics and all. Thanks for being a fun guy to talk to, steal water from, and laze around with.
kunal kekre! Haha you’re a real pal man. Really. When things go bad, when things go high no matter what – you’re one bud I can always share with. I’m glad we were classmates man, I’m glad we got to spend time together surviving our class. I don’t know about you but I’ve end up appreciating our class – the quirky characters in it and their idiosyncrasies. You’ve got big things coming to you man- gotta keep the spirit burning. Here’s to more times together.
Dennis Dennis, you crazy bugger you. Gotta say, despite all your quips, I still keep coming back to you . You’re fun to be around, fun to chat with, fun to design ideas with. I look forward to the last week of our internship together, and whatever comes after 
Brenda Ong Bong!!!! You’re damn funny you know. I love that you’re serious about what you do – studies or otherwise. I still remember you efforts in Society- gotta say I never expected it from you (since I’ve never worked with you before) but what Gabriel says about you is true. You do what you do to the best of your ability. Thanks for being a good friend, though sometimes you steal Gabz away from me 
but I’m going to have to get used to it haha. Take care of him – he’s a bit stone sometimes but his heart is there. More gang outings!!!
To the rest of my class – Amanda, Zhiting (haha our crazy twitter convos you two),Vivien Jiayi,Wenjing, Delia, Thenaesh, Kwang Yi, Weili, Kah Jin, Iqbal, Zachary, Jervin. thanks for being yourselves – for adding to the diversity and craziness of our class. In retrospect I don’t think I would change our experience for any other.
To my teachers, Mr Lee, Mrs Lin, Mr Tham, Mr Tan, Ms Heng,Mr Khoo – thanks for being such awesome caring teachers. 2011 and the A Levels would have been helluva difficult without the support, patience and passion you showed (especially in chemistry I must say :p) . I owe a significant part of my future to you.
To Chee Hui, Hamza, Osama, Nishanti, Sarah, Steffi, Teri, Jingsheng, Ashraff, Aravin, Brij, Melvyn, Jamal, Tsao Tsing, Yingyao, Wee Ern, Chander, Guanlin, Junyang, Tat Hsiang, Yaolin, Yamani, Jerald, Wai Choong, Ryan Tan, Mengshi, Celeste, Davin, Daryl Yang, Zongmin, WeiQing, Yiru, Joey , Kailun, Renci, Jovina, Chen He, Jey Sng, Azira, Afiqa, Joshua,Ryan Teoh Xu Xuan, Su Ching, Lin, Sarayoo( EUYF buddies!!) , Yi Ming, Lennard, Kong Tat ( the three musketeers), Kah Kang, Japna, Razeen, Michael, Kirk, Ren Hao, Shi Harn, Syakir, Jeremy Tay,Ye Zhou,Leena, Du Yan,Rishi,Russell Natalie Goh, Neetika,Eddy,Cheryl,Jeya,Sean, Zhen Ling, Jia Xing, Asnawi, Tak Wei, Gracia, Roger, Adil, – thanks for adding to my Raffles experience at one point or another. I’ve learnt so much from all of you, and have become more of who I am now because of the conversations or experiences we’ve had. Good luck to all of you in what you do – and hopefully we’ll still remember each other down the road
CCA
To Alvona, Anjana, Andrew, Yanzhe, Li Khee, Susan, John – Thanks for being such a great EXCO that was serious about ideas yet fun enough to hang around with.. I learnt so much from all of you . I really did. We did a lot with the club, kinda proud of the “legacy” we left behind.
To Imran the exiled Venture – I’m not writing you a post since you explicitly proclaim you don’t read my blog. But you’re a close friend I’ll never want to lose bro.
To Guiliang, Guolin, Matthias, Caleb – thanks for supporting the unit even when it seemed hard, even when it seemed like it was about to collapse. Thanks for putting Up with me, and sorta picking up the vision for the unit. Thanks for being friends first, and EXCO members second. Thanks for being such awesome friends at that. 6 years of blood, sweat and tears. What a journey. Let’s not let anyone take that from us.
To my juniors, Santhosh, OCY, ZJ, Blow, Yinghao, Brian Lee and everyone else – Ventures is not an easy CCA . It’s hardly structured, and hardly predictable. But it will groom you well for dealing with difficult people and difficult situations. My only hope is that you open yourself up to as many experiences as you can to not waste what Scouting can offer. Remember not to judge the CCA by the leaders in it too, ESP at HQ level. Do your best , have fun, and keep the friendships string.
To my seniors, especially Matthew Koo, Shannon, Jon – thanks for having my back and giving me advice during my PSA journey, I didn’t get it, but I valued the experience. I’ve learnt so much, I’ve learnt to love and to live. Good luck for your future endeavours.
To my leaders, thanks for being mentors when it mattered and for being difficult when it didn’t. The situations made me think ( though I wouldn’t want to relive them again) , and made me reconsider what I was doing. I’ve grown as a leader from the Unit, in the most unexpected way.
To Richard, Leon, Frederik, Chuanyu, Yinhong, Shi Yang, Jun Meng, Alvin, Mr Azmi and the many other friends I’ve made on my Scouting Journey – what a life we live eh, glad to have shared some part of it with you.
