-Wednesday, December 06, 2006
The End of A Chapter; The Beginning of Another
The Prom, officially ended.
As it was ending, I was in a blur. Then, it ended just like that. I was too engrossed in making it go that I forgot to indulge in the moment. However, some moments were worth savouring. The moments when I felt appreciated, the moments when I thanked my committee members.
All the effort put it, was shown on that night.
As I went through that night, I remembered everything from the beginning. The times when I worked late into the night alone, the times when people gave me the odd look. It wasn't easy, having to sacrifice my recesses, more of my time to get this going. But look, it paid off. I never regretted stepping into that room where the Prom Night's fate was decided, together with Xinmin. I knew when I stepped in, things were going to change for me. I will have a new aim to reach, and I told myself, 'I will do it.' At the beginning everything went smoothly. No worries, no nothing. Then came all the difficulties, people not paying on time, more work undone, people threatening the existence of the event... To be frank, I felt like giving up, but I didn't due to the fact that the thought all of the people who signed up pushed me on. I felt discouraged, but I stood up. I bumped into obstacles over and over again, but I went around them.
I was very very tired to carry on. Here my committee had their own problems to face. I was left alone. I work very very hard to make it possible, but I thought, what am I doing? Finally, I remembered something. Success only comes to the people who hold on after sometime.
I have too much to say, really. But I'd like to thank everyone of you for coming and showing your enthusiastic support for this event. And these 4 people who have made a big difference in my life.
Tammie - Events Management
Without you/Jacky = no events. Especially the pageant, you were the one who made it professional. Seriously, alot of people said that you were a solo worker. I had no comment, but you have proven them wrong, and they dont see the Tammie I see - an organised planner, a practical person, and many more. All the transportation of the equipments, you helped me settled it in the blink of an eye. I hope that being in this part of a project had made you a better person with more experiences.
Jacky - Events Management & Logistics
Also my 'brother'. As above, no you = no events. Thanks for covering all the aspects when I needed you to, though sometimes at the expense of your r/s with other people. Thanks alot. Thanks for hearing me out when I needed you to. Your enthusiasm to this project definitely spurs everyone on. Although you were abit hot, I knew that you could do it. The encouragement you gave in the more fierce form was somehow helpful.
Laura - Logistics & Public Relations
Basically, you were kinda like my P.A/Nanny/Queen/Your Highness. You were the one who corrected me when I made mistakes, you were the first to point me out when I make mistakes. You were also the one who have been there for me when I felt lonely, talking to you always gives me new insights and makes me more paitent. Though youre standards are quite high, you're a crazy person inside. But yet you always make me feel like youre a mother looking over us. Your laughter brightens up everyones day. You should be the advisor instead.
Xinmin - Vice-Chairman
My buddy. Among all in the committee, I worry the most for you. Though you play me out sometimes due to certain reasons, bear in mind that I may be angry, but when I find out the reason why I don't really bear grudges against you. You have proven yourself to be a highly committed member, as like everyone else. Be stronger and make wiser decisions; it will be important for you. You were the one who started this with me, I hope you remember that too.
Lastly, 4 of you were the ones who made me feel different. When I was looking out for comm members, I looked for the 4 of you. But people started talking about you all. Jacky being hot-headed, Tammie and Laura being soloists, and Xinmin being quite stubborn. I never believed them, I just listened. Together 4 of you have proven your critics wrong. Claim credit for the night. Admit it, without the 4 of you there would not have been an almost flawless prom night. Thank you very much. Again, don't forget the 4 of you, to me, are the most influential people in the cohort, your names are known up and down the 4 floors of NAS. You all have done me proud that night, and simple gifts and words are not enough to thank you all. Sorry if I sound like a naggy ah pek, but I hope the 5 of us can work again soon. I think we make a great team.
I love you all.
Yeechien Wrote;
11:51 AM
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