Last day

It is the last day today. Suddenly everything and everyone seem so unbearable to leave behind.  The night before, Charlotte, Yepp and journey came over to spend the last night with us. They painted our nails, showed us their photos and talked to us through the night. There were so many things going on in everyone mind that night, the pain of having to leave, the people that we know we were going to miss, the experience we had together as a group…… Though there was an unbearable feeling in our hearts knowing that this was our last few hours with them, all tears were held back.

Everyone was busy packing their luggage that night and there were so many situation that we didn’t anticipate; our luggage refusing to stretch just a little bit more, surprised to notice that just a few more clothes could make our luggage weigh so much more, forgetting to collect our laundry, unable to find clean underwear for the next day(aiyoyo, Jeremy). After finish packing our stuff, everyone spent their last few hours trying to do as much stuff as they possibly could, like playing mahjong, collecting photos from everyone, but all I could remember myself doing that night was playing game with Charlotte on felicia’s computer^^, it was a game where we were given a picture and had to find the items that are listed on the bottom of the screen. (haha, didn’t I know I could play this type of game for so long) we just sat there quietly beside each other with very little words said, we know that with more words said to each other, it will only make it harder for us to separate. Maybe this was the best way to say goodbye.

When we arrived at the airport early in the morning, everyone tried to bring back as much as they could from there, what better way to do so? Take lots of pictures! We took so many pictures that day, took with everyone and everything. If we were to listen carefully that day, we won’t be able to hear a moment without the sound of a camera clicking. Sad to say, there were still tears that day, but who was to blame? It wasn’t easy for anyone of us. With our last hugs and goodbyes, we disappeared in the crowds beyond the custom…….

Day 38- Happy Birthday Roomie

This are the last few days in Wuhan. I have gotten so attached to this place, all I could think about is the things I am going to miss when I leave this place that is filled with memories that I will never forget. There is a part of me that misses my home in Singapore, and the other part that would really miss the people and relationship formed here. All I can do now is enjoy myself and try not to think about it, what better way to do that than to celebrate another birthday! Yes! That’s right, it’s Alan’s birthday this time. The party started at “8ball”, it’s a place where Alan does what he enjoys the most, playing pool! There is no better place to celebrate his birthday, even his cake reflects what he loves.

After the celebration, we went over to the KTV in the same building. Had a great time of singing and talking with everybody, we sent the night there. Even after having so much fun together with everyone, there is still the thought of soon we will be leaving this place in the back of my mind. 

Day 32-4th of April

What a great coincidence to have Jinquan share the same birthday as me. I always thought that I would not be happy celebrating my birthday away from home as it will only reminds me more of my family, but today that wasn’t true. I enjoyed myself during the party, maybe because sub-consciously I felt that I was home, not the same but still it felt like home. Getting used to the environment and people there, enjoying their company, hearing their laughter together with my own, I am glad to say that I found another place that feels like home. =)
Those were the craziest parties I ever had! Yes! That’s right, I said parties! There were 2 parties that day, one when the clock strike 12 and another just now. Cakes were smash on our faces, laughter were so loud it woke up all the MDE students, smiles on everyone’s faces, presents, specials guests, Jingquan’s wonderful singing, what more could I ask for.
All I could say now is thank you. To everyone that made this happen, to people to bought the cakes, to people that came, to people that cared, to people that remembered, THANK YOU! And to the guy that made the photo presentation, good job! Almost brought me to tears. T_T

day 30 - we wont stay there so get over it!

As usual, we weren’t on time for the trip that was planned for us to visit the new campus of WUST. It was just a 40 minutes bus ride from the old campus. When we arrived at our destination we immediately noticed the difference between the campus that we are staying in and the new one. The environment there was so much better with greeneries everywhere and the hostels were so much better compared to the ones that we were living in, everyone was so envious.

But if I had the choice to choose between the two campuses at the start, I will still stick with the one that we are living in. Even though the bed we have may not be as comfortable, the toilets may not be as clean and the environment may not be as pleasing but the people we meet and the bonds that we have with them cannot be compared with material. And I am sure everybody will agree with me, will we really trade everything we have with the local students with cleaner toilets and softer beds? NO WAY!