Met Kida-san aka Tagteampartner last Monday. It surely has been awhile since we chill out and exchange views. What we discussed really broaden up my horizon especially when it is about our own community.
Her studies in sociology and her takes on our community were worth debating for during our late night coffee hangout over at 313 @Somerset, after a day of shopping spree that is. But it all came down to one's upbringing and how individual set their minds off in what they want to be in life. What they would want to achieve in this blessed life. How successful they want to be in life. How high they would want to soar.
What come may, I've decided to put my daughter or son (if I am blessed with one) into a government-aided/catholic school. I know I've been questioned previously about me being in a convent school throughout my high school days. You know, all these issues and talks about religion, conversion and whats not. But I am sure glad that my late dad chose that school for me. It was the school values, the culture and the people that came from all walks of life; their countries, their religion and beliefs, their sorrows and luxury, understanding the true meaning of life. I am glad to experience all that, which in a way made me what I am today. The desire to better yourself and to break through the curtains of success and challenge yourself to be the best you can ever be. All in the name of hard work and sheer determination. Of course, these are nothing to brag about.
With that said, if it is to better the rating of our community, if it is uphold the justice of our community's pride, I am sure, she or he will be able to succumb to it. Of course, one need to be contented with what one is being blessed with. But bearing this one word in mind, which is to be afraid of: Complacency. Yet again, I was never and still am never sure why people think that we, who come from a government-aided or a co-ed school, are such a threat to them.
Truth be told, I still get those unspoken remarks on this unsolved issue from strangers and also from those who are categorized as friends. It has been such a melody in my head now. Then again, it is all up to individual. Someone enlighten me, please.
Here I am and I stand so tall,
Just the way I'm supposed to be.
But you're on to me and all over me.
"Savor the sorrow to soften the pain sip on the southern rain."
[[* You take more than just my sanity _
Syukur Alhamdulillah, Kids at Work Day was a blast! A memorable event indeed! Am totally glad that it was a success though there were minor hiccups along the way. That aside, 6th December is a date to be remembered. 15 long hours were spent with the same people; as early as 8am till 11pm.
The kids enjoyed the activities planned, sabo-ing their mentors, the keychain they made and of course, the bonding and new friends found.
It has only been a day but I am already missing those lovelies especially Irfan, Khaliq and Shahrulnizam. Irfan made me do a pinky-promise with him that I'll come back to visit them soon. They really have made a great impact in my life.
In short, the 15hrs spent with Darul Ma'wa kids was a memorable and priceless experience gained. =)
Lagu Kita has been on repeated mode ever since I heard Hydir sang it live at Ma'wa alongside with Didi. It all summaries how I truly feel for the kids. This song will officially now reminds me of them. I am sure the same goes to the other committee members (Liza, Ria, Jaja and Sheila) and of the rest of the volunteers too. The song just says it all...
Special shout outs to Abang Zai, Adha and Tengku Adil for their support and being so sporting in taking part in the games and forfeits planned. Your out-going and wacky presence have surely made their day. =)
"Ku petik gitar akustik iniDengan harapan dia mendengarMelodi indah yang ku ciptaHanya untuk luahkan rinduku padanya"[[* Count your blessings _
