Graduation
Yeah, that intense moment that most of us waited so long for... that final step up the stage, to pick up that certificate you worked many sleepless nights for... to finally be able to say "I made it!". Yup, graduation was bittersweet for me, it signified the hard work of 4 years of studies, and all the sweet memories it brought, the friends, the lecturers, the assignments... It's sad to say goodbye to college life, and yeah, I did enjoy life in Limkokwing, even if it isn't perfect, it made me happy. And I was also glad to be able to experience the wonderful new campus, even if it wasn't fully completed as we finished our course. I met so many new people, new friends, mostly from places far and wide... it's just so priceless. It'll all be kept in my heart, always...
Working
Yeah, work... the next frontier... it was pretty darn daunting if you ask me... 4-5 interviews, and the numerous applications and sending of portfolios... but yeah, fate led me to work at Malaysian Today, a company which I was interviewed twice. It's quite a nice place to work, the environment's cool, fun and easygoing... but it's not perfect. Well, it may have horrendous working hours, tons of workload and a really-really low pay, but sigh, I'm making do with what I have now. I'm working to gain some experience before I move on to other things... I'm grateful enough to get a job that I'm comfortable with, and besides, it brought quite a number of good things, like free movies, parties, meals with staff and an opportunity to have a personal interview with Farah Asyikin AND lay out her page for the newspaper... And not forgetting the wonderful colleagues that make my worklife alive. Whether it's bad or good, I'm thankful for what I went through...
Excellent Close Friends
Yeah, working at my workplace wouldn't have been the same if it wasn't for one of my best friends and ex-collegemate Val. She's been through my ups and downs, and been my partner-in-crime. I have so much to thank her for, sometimes I wished she knew how much she means to me. But most of the time she'll show more towards her best friend, and at times it hurts me in a way. But well, I have to face it, even if I treat her as my best friend, she might not feel the same way, and that's just human. Well, I do have by best buddy Chong (and pet elder sis Boon) for the other times when I'm in need. Despite being miles apart and having their own new working lives to live, they're still always there for me, online or on the phone... I'm so grateful to have these nice people in my life. *HugZ*
Farah Asyikin
Ok, she has got to have one of the biggest impacts on my life this year. Hee hee... all my friends and family would say the same, I have NEVER been so supportive of anyone before. Yeah, I might be a big fan of BoA and Nikki before, but nothing compares to the blood, sweat and tears I put in supporting dear Farah. She's got to be one of the most funny and interesting friends I have, and I am so grateful for ever knowing such a wonderful person. Sporting, talkative and drop-dead cute, she's so fun to be with, to hang out or to have dinner with. Trust me, I even eat less (ha..ha...). From the early beginnings of her in Malaysian Idol, in which all I could do was to donate the dozens of votes (reaching 40+ on some weeks) because I was too busy with work... to the time when I finally got to actually support her live in Sri Pentas 2... and the effort to make the huge banner (which was super hard to make, mind you! The thourough thinking on the colors to make sure it is visible from hundreds of metres away... Thanks Val...) and actually go up to Genting to support her... to all the gatherings, meet-ups, the interview and finally getting to know her better. She's super friendly, down-to-earth, naughty and sweet at the same time. I was so much fun and I'd really like to thank her for all that. Yes dear, just like you said before, you may not be the Malaysian Idol, but you'll always be THE idol in all your fans' hearts! Love ya!
My Adopted Sister!
Yeah, 2006 also introduced me to someone really cute and special, and she's my new adopted sister Myn! Yup, she's just as talented as her sis (hopes to make it big one day and convert us all to Myniacs!) and my goodness, she's so super duper naughty! But still nak buat-buat innocent... But because she's so adorable, you just can't get mad at her. I sayang her like my own sister (not that I ever had any before). So whenever she needs help or anything I'll try my best to be like a big bro. Hee hee... Being around her is just pure fun, believe me... You're kakak is really lucky to have a munchkin like you as a sister, Myn!
My Extended Family
Hehehe... at a time when I was worried whether I'd be able to find new friends or not, I'm so lucky to be part of the Farahnatics. hey're such a wonderful bunch of people, so fun-loving and devoted... all connected and united for Farah. Meeting such nice people online and offline like Mandy, Ostro, Kuaci, Ivy, Teng, LeOn, Priest, Evon, Jeff, Jill, Ulee, MXV, Kak Angah, Kak Zai, Arjuna, Arjuni, Arjunu, Arju-shiny, Yumi, Ayame, Detnelat, Safarina, Boon Cheong... sorry if I miss any, but honestly you all mean alot to me, being the nice friends you are... especially to the closer ones, you know who you are. It's just so nice to see such a wide range of age groups and personalities united. You all became my friends at a time when I'd hope to have some to hang out with (most of my friends have moved back to their hometown or countries, and some are kinda busy nowadays). The number of outings we went out? The number of times we got together to support Farah? Goodness, there are too many that I even forgot! A million thanks to all of ya... love you all!
Friends
My buddies that mean alot to me, of course you know who you are! (sorry for the mix of online, college and old-timer buddies... not in any particular order...) Kelly, Annie, Joe, Angi, Calvin, WT, Tom, Rach, Jess, Huei Weun, Pey-Li, Wristy (yup, of course I remember you!), Azahir, Azri, Mars, Nomi, Sook, Gene, Markus, Eliza S, Mia, Eliza (yeah you!), Jin Fei, BALUN, Debster, Malisa, Vino, Jackie, Eleanor, Julia, Zali... Thanks you all, for making my life colorful...
Italian Thoroughbred
Yeah, my 155... went through a lot with me this year, through harsh and good times. Like most people might say, leave the bad behind, keep the good. Yeah, the 155 brought me tons of excitement and fun, numerous tapau sessions and of course interaction with Italia Auto. Spent my 1st pay on a set of Falken Azenis for her, because of a blown tyre... There goes my plans for a set of 17-inch rollers. Also installed JL Audio speakers and crossovers, a Bosch internal antennae, and Hella air horns. Hope the time comes when I'll find her a nice Zender spoiler, subwoofer + amp, 17-inchers and a fresh coat of paint.
Best Bug in the World
Yups... my cute lil Bug. Love her so much, went through a lot together. And I mean a LOT with me, for almost 4 years... but sadly the time has come when I have to announce that I need to let her go. Evelyn means alot to me, but I can't take care of 2 cars at the same time. It's just not financially possible for my current finances. So she's been put up for sale, only one person has test-driven so far, and no more since. Well, at least I can have fun with the Bug longer... Going to watch Herbie : Fully Loaded with the Bug was priceless!!!
Genting Trip
Yeah, managed to have my 1st ever experience of going on a short holiday on my own... with Val, Eliza and my bro. It was due to catching Farah at the Malaysian Idol finals. It was also the 1st outstation outing for the 155, and it was a really nice experience. The cool air, the fun and screams, the shopping, the adventures... it was so memorable! I hope there'll be more in 2006!
Jerebu
Yeah, who could forget the great haze that brought our city to the brink of emergency... we couldn't see more than 100m ahead of us, and we couldn't breathe... it was like night-time! OmG... it was just like a movie, except we were in it! We were wearing masks, driving with fog lights... but gladly it cleared... When will they ever learn?
Gatherings and Partying
Not forgetting my Juara Club, which we had an outing to the Sepang Circuit early in the year as part of the Proton Track Carnival. We showed the other clubs that Juaras can also run! It was super! I bet we shocked a lotta folks by actully bringing the Juara onto the circuit...
Also tried my best to be more active in Italia Auto, meeting some of the fellas in TT sessions... also managed to catch up on one of their outings, which was to Putrajaya, and they ran so fast! Some hit more than 200+kmh... me? I was trailing behind, still getting used to my 155, travelling at around 150kmh... Hee hee... it was fun, and it brought a lot of nice photos...
Also managed to party once in a while, with colleagues, friends and Farahnatics... okla, not that much but at least some. All work and no play is just plain dull...
Proton Savvy
Ok, a car which I have followed it's progress online for more than a year... When the Savvy was finally launched, I was so excited! Went to the nearby showroom near my house and sat, tried it out... took pics... well, would like to own one, but sadly I have my 155, which is of course a far superior car. But I just love the Savvy. It's definitely Proton's best achievement yet, a solid car, and above all, our own design.
Love...?Hmm... love life? What's that? Lol... Not like I'm gonna elaborate... sibuk la! All I can say is that those naughty rumors are NOT true! (Myn, Mandy... jaga ya!) Yup, there is someone, yup... sure, there are feelings for her (ehem), but what can I say... at times I feel I don't have a chance, but I keep telling myself to hold it all together, and have faith. If it's meant to be, it shall... If there was a year I grew up faster than normal, it would be 2005. Why? Because I just had to be...
Faith
2005 would be a year that I found myself searching more for God. Yeah, I'm still finding my way, searching for the Lord. And I truly, seriously hope that He'll guide me through this year, protect me, enlighten me and be with me always. And may He take care of our family, for I love them so much... Family's what you need most as you go through your days. May God bless us, Ameen.
2005 was a great year, it's sad to have to see it go, but hey, that's what you call memories. As long as we cheerish what we went through, it'll always stay in our hearts... PEACE and God Bless,
Aris Tee
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