Thursday, May 14, 2009
School's over, now what?
It’s been a long time since I’ve written here, but when I do write, look out, because I tend to write a lot when the spirit moves me! Consider me moved. haha.
So, HI everyone!
Life is pretty good right now, although I'm still on a job hunt (for a better job), then I can have more money to splash out/save. And I'm still thinking if I should take up the job offer that the school director talked to me about after the graduation ceremony.
Anyway, I just gotten back from a simple celebration with my friends. So school's over. We did it! I graduated!! I really wish that I could have blogged during the ceremony. And believe me, it lasted long enough that I could have written more than one entry.
The whole graduation process was kinda wild and crazy, as usual the ceremony itself dragged on way too long. Anyway, the graduation ceremony was pretty awesome. Listening to the speeches made me reflect and all the memories we made and lessons we have learned...
Yes, after 3 gruelling years of studying, I graduated yesterday. I couldn't believe that I'd have got to the end, but I have. The past 3 years have gone by so fast it's hard to believe that I will be entering the real world so soon. The past years in Ngee Ann, have probably been one of the best 3 years of my life. From being a freshman and being scared to talk to people in the hallways, to a senior and student leader, were three years that I won't forget.
Walking in the auditorium was a weird experience. It was like, " Oh man, I can't believe this is the last time I'll walk in here." The ceremony began with an honored speaker, our school director. She was really entertaining and I enjoyed her speech. Basically, she told us to follow our dreams, and that hit home. Because if you don't follow your dreams, then what was the point of school?
And then the walking began. I was so excited waiting in line. There were so many people there! Parents were waving their hands and jumping up and down. It was hilarious. I've never seen so many people so excited at one time.
And then... they called my name! I was super scared I was going to trip. But I reassured myself by saying, "Make sure you don't fall." And that helped a lot. But I walked fine. And I got my certificate. It was like all eyes were on me. Of course they weren't, but it felt like it. haha.
It felt so unreal, I don't even think it hit me yet. I don't feel like I've graduated. Afterwards, everyone gathered together and took several pictures, and my classmates and teachers who gave me hugs and lots of well wishes. It was great.
But alas, it's over, as the journey has come to the end. I will sorely miss Ngee Ann and all my friends and teachers, but I can say that I had the time of my life. If I could do it again, I would. I'd probably do it 10 times over. I loved every part of school, though sometimes the amount of homework and exams stress can be terrible.
The parting is going to be bittersweet - while I’m going to be sad to leave my friends and school life (which is way more cooler than normal life, if you didn’t know), I’m also really enthusiastic and curious about where my future is going to take me.
What now? A graduate in my position has two choices:
a) To work, or, b) To study further.
Now, this one is a difficult choice to make, and there’s no saying what’s best for me. I haven’t thought about it all that much, but I am definitely more inclined towards earning a business degree at a minimum.
Now, off to find a job and meet the real world! Wish me luck!! Anyway I got a nice case for my certificate. Haha.
Well I had a good day.. I graduated, it’s sunny and I’m happy.
I haven't talk to Holly for quite a while and I was just wondering what happened to her internet. I gave her a buzz and asked how she was doing and glad she is doing great. Hopefully her finals went well.
I MISS YOU TOO HOLLY!!
Take care and God bless.
-Shirley
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