I turned sixteen yesterday.



Sixteen.


Where have the years gone? It was only yesterday that I was making a mess out of my mother's face powder and singing along to Britney, and suddenly I'm a sixteen-year-old, now by default, supposed to think about nothing but Os. Times change, and so do we.



I still find it hard to believe. Although I dont look my age, (though sure as hell I sound much older), Im now thinking more and more about the future with each passing day. I too, have dreams, and I'm trying to gradually let go of my prejudices and inhibitions to realise them.



Sure, I will never know what it feels like to come back to the same school on the first day of term, because there isn't going to be a first day of term at Bukit View anymore. The thought of it makes ny eyes well up with tears. As much as Sec 1 (and to a lesser extent, Sec 2) was carefree. Sec 3 was a defining year for me. I learnt a lot of important lessons last year. I learnt about people, family, friendship, betrayal, the harsh realities of life, the way others see things, and ultimately, myself, and what exactly my character is made of.


I know Sec 4 isnt easy, because heck, I'm feeling the pinch. But I'm going to plough on, no matter how many times I may cry in frustration with my head in my hands. I'm trying to be prepared, emotionally. Hence the pessimism.



So, on to the topic of this late night post...my birthday. As I was setting the alarm on my phone for bed, I checked FB before I went to bed, and your heartwarming wishes started to pour in! And I was seeing my name all over the news feed as well. :P



My family of course, wished me first, and gave me the first instalment of gifts (really) at midnight. Dearest Geetz cuz, Vilas Akka, Perima and Peripa, thank you very much for your wishes! *And thank you for your chocolates, Perima :) Now this rabbit has even more chocolates to nibble on :P*


I have yet to find a solid one hour to reply to all of yout wishes on FB, as well as to update-edit this post with all your names. A promise is a promise, which is why Im feverishly thumbing out this post on my phone! (refer to yesterday's FB status update)


I also had ELDDS yesterday, during which some utterly darling members wished me. I swear, it really warmed my heart, and I was in shock after what you guys did what you did! But more on that tomorrow!


It's getting late, and I sure as hell know I should be attempting to sleep already. Once again, thank you to each and evryone who wished me a sweet sixtwen! Kamsahmnida! Thank you so much for the thought, and for making me smile like I meant it, on this special day.



Love,
G


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