College Day- 060707

On friday, went back to school to receive the Jacob Ballas Sports Award. Meet up with Joel, Herng Liang, Qian Hui and Pong for lunch before going to school. Had to report to school at 1430hrs which is like super early cos the college day ceremony only started arnd 1715. I guess the reason they made us come early was to take photos by the school photographic society. I took the shot alone since I was the only sports award receipient and mr lim suggested that I took a pic at the rugby pitch. haha. needless to say, my eyes hurt while taking the shot and looking at the sun. Meet up with my other schoolmates, it was obvious that people do change after leaving JC. Can this be that their rep system changes after leaving school? Perhaps this is due to the massive change of environment they used to be and currently in now? (P.S. NLP buddies what do you think?)

As expected, the college day ceremony was long. Hearing the Valedectorian and GOH sharing their school experience, it brought me back to my JC days too. JC life itself was an important chapter in my life. A rollercoaster ride, It was. Nevertheless, these feedbacks and lessons came for a reason- to cause a positive change in me.
Okay.. I will back track alittle.. During the speech I was thinking what was the lowest point and highest point of my JC life and here is what came out of my mind.
LOWEST: It was during early 2006 where I was recovering from my injury. Season was around the corner and I knew I need to get back in shape fast. In addition, academic pressure also have been piling up. Icing on the cake was I also had personal problems. Thus, pressure came from every direction. System almost crashed not for two people. Mr Louis Ho and Mr Ben Soh. I owe them one.
HIGHEST: What else then the rugby finals. Felt really good to win. People say it was by luck. Well, its true. However in this case, luck only comes with hope, strength and determination. Everytime when I look through the pictures and videos of that day, my heart can only beat faster as its being filled with wonderful emotions.

Back to the college day now. Finally the award ceremony started... Very proud of Boon Rong, Arthur and Aldric for receiving School Colours Award. The captain and vice- captains of the 2007 team. Kudos to Joel Tan for receiving the prestigious Meritorious Award, Caleb, Weiyann, Qian Hui and Pong all for being the receipients of Jacob Ballas Scholars. When I was receiving my award... the only emotion that went through me was surprised. Firstly, I didn't expect them to say a paragraph on me before receiving the award. I was staying there not knowing what to do and how to stand while they emcee was talking about me. Being a typical army boy.. I just stood there at senang diri position. haha. After tat, what really touched me were the audience clapping and cheering. Thanks! To bring end the ceremony, we had our one and only Mr Yee to lead us in the singing of school song. Although it was funny and all, I guessed all those who were there felt jovial after tat. haha. I received a plaque, cert and 200 dollars. Never expected to get money! hahaha!

During the reception, I managed to catch up with most of my teachers and friends. Had photos with some of them. JC days are definately the days I will never forget!