Sunday, December 16, 2007
Two and a half years ago, I enjoyed something that I still miss till today. The experiences and memories that I have carried through since I took my first step in Thailand was beautiful.
The people there were friendly and polite. Although we spoke different languages, we managed to find a way to communicate with each other with a variey of ways including hand sign, basic thai and english or just the usual point-point.
There, about 20 15 year olds painted an entire school and built a gazebo for the Thais in Khaolak.
I guess, its an experience that I will never forget. We had fun, painting the school, and ultimately each other whilst staying clear of the spiders, lizards and everything else that moved. Building the gazebo took, strength and ultimately determination.
I will forever remember the times such as when I had to help Nadya out from being singled out by the cheeky Thai workers, Audrey always making snacks for us when building the gazebo, Erni for getting a Thai admirer whom I am sure still tries to contact her, Anavil for translating everything- or at least trying to, John for being our poster boy and the darling of the Thais, Ms Lim for being our mother when we needed her, Mr Toh for such a impressive dance when we were watching the football game between Milan and Liverpool.
Ultimately, the experience left an impression on me, something that has never been able to replicate. It was so nostalgic to go on a holiday and everytime I sleep in a hotel room, I always remember the time when rasul, adam and me would share a room simply because they were too scared to sleep alone.
Soon, a new camp beckons. What impression will it leave on me this time? I guess, I have buried too much of me a long time ago. Only time will tell.
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