To a friend that I cherished the most....

For the past 23 years, 31st of may does not mean anything other than just a date. Nothing special, nothing important, and especially nothing worth remembering. However, this year there is a new meaning of that particular date, albeit a sad one. I still remember the first day I stepped on the office and I was nobody. I do not know anyone and to be honest, I was terrified. Yet, she said hello to me and took time to know who I am. My first couple of days became quite memorable. I still remember the day when I had to make lots of christmas labels to be distributed fast and she along with Gek helped all night until 9 pm. That's the first thing that I noticed about her...how helpful she is. Then, when I got a scolding, a big one, I rang her up and she will listen to me.
As the weeks passed by, we did not get closer straight away, but I realized that I have a friend in her. I saw the sweat and the tears she had during the fashion show and deep down I am saying "If i can do Half the thing she is doing, I would be so awesome", because that is what she is...Awesome.
In January, things become a bit hectic knowing that one of our friend is leaving and eventually her work is falling on me. But, she encouraged me in her own way and giving me supports that keeps me out of depression. As event goes and days passed by, we grew closer and she started to bring out the best in me as she did with other people. Never in my life, I would see someone is so cheerful and sunny but sometimes I can see the light in her diminished and the waterworks will start. Its hard to know that she cried because she was unfairly treated for doing excellent jobs that she loves to do.
Then, the news come like a thunder in the day light....although I must admit that I saw it coming. After months of working, she has decided to resigned. Although it is very hard for me and would be a very selfish decision if I asked her to stay, I have to accept the fact that she is leaving for a better environment.

Prav, I am very thankful for everything that you taught me and the thing that you have done for me. I am sure that everybody will missed you so much and they will shed tears when you leave. That, my friend, is the testament of how precious you are for all of us. I am praying for you, your happiness and your future successes which I believe will be a lot. I am happy that you are happy and finally, something can put a smile in your face.


-V-


especially for you.......