4.9 Role Call (Register 1 to 15)

(well...I thought I'd better do this...for remembrance's sake. Don't forget below k? There's a piano piece I wish to share)

And so the roll call begins. For every name, a few memories. Let's begin. Register number-wise, in no order of merit (unless you love Arjun so).

Arjun Naidu:
Affectionately known on the soccer pitch as Black Lightning. Faster than a bullet. Spectacles always seem to come loose during soccer. Top boy in Tamil (arguably it is true). The true meaning of multi-racialism in this class. We used to tease him about his facial and bodily hair, but that has simmered down as well. No racist jokes in this class (hopefully). Quite intelligent as well.

Chen Ted Kin:
The embodiment of Okwonkwo, not to be messed with on the pitch, though occasionally he gets the ball and runs fast circles around the pitch only to get nowhere. Mighty mouse perhaps, vertically challenged but incredibly strong. Piper, fan of the Scots, Sword of Honor. Wow. 4000 years in the making, known for his many years spent on earth, and wisdom as a result.

Daryl Lim:
Finds me annoying, as with all his other friends, haha. Big thinker, I find it difficult following his blog posts at times. Head Librarian, lover of his Mother Tongue. Hierophant is his blogging alias. Well-read, well-versed, admired for his analytical nature (which i'm oft too bubbly to embrace). Or maybe it's just me who admires. And always makes me feel so shallow k? :P

Ding Si Yan:
Very missed. Left in June with his family. Lover of nature, recycled paper, crumpled sheets, writings in pencil. Used to talk on the phone for hours...haha. Missed those times, pity he had to leave in our last year together. Was always the magic touch on the soccer field, with his flicks and tricks, yet remaining completely humble at all times. Found me 'doggy', I guess that's why I'm unbearable at times. Taught me to walk down the stairs two steps at a time, always walked at my running pace, and was always HiDING somewhere. Come back soon Ding!

Elliot Tan:
Whenever there was some problem with the teacher's computer, MR boy! Used to be known as the Elliot Moose thing, which was quite some time ago...hmmm. Always a pleasure to have in class, adding his humorus antics, his whacky presentations. Sat behind me for most part of the year. Wasn't the closest of friends, but appreciated very much for that sense of humor.

Eric Lee:
Leaving soon, We'll miss you! But not for your grumpiness or emo-ness, but for all the times you were bubbly and livened up the class atmosphere. Stay close to God, stay cheery, and may you be blessed greatly in wherever you go! Lover of guitars as well, always seeking to strum on my guitar whenever I brought it along. Use your talents and glorify Christ! Stay Positive!

Gea ChongWee:
As I've mentioned before, disturbing. Had the dubious honor of sitting next to him during Sec 2. Kept touching me and left me emotionally and psychologically scarred. Non-Christian, but I tried, sowing some seeds, that will hopefully grow in future years. Odd, but nevertheless one of those who would make a great and faithful friend, sensitive to your needs especially when you're down. Hilarious at times as well...don't we all agree?

Philip Goh:
Trend-setter. Whether it was chess, the mass transfer chess craze of Sec 2, or the Rubik's Cube or this year, or simply continuing the trend of SK, he was always the driving force. Not to forget, a quick learner, who always beats his masters in the end (DOTA, SK...endless examples). The 'Malay' (still i don't know why). I remember fab and I accusing him for cheating on SK last time...haha...that caused some rifts, but everything is fine now (note: in retrospect, it was probably something bred out of a blend of envy and paranoia...nothing against phil, nor any accusations here, I felt he was innocent at the very end). :D Thanks for teaching me F2L and the whole solving thing.

Kenneth Ho:
Kenny Kenny. The most faithful French student who lasted through 4 years of torment. Slips into occasional bouts of emo-ness (who doesn't?). Had a blast during IBA with Kenny and Fab. Probably my greatest soccer buddy, as we built up for nothingness to the standard we are at now (which is arguably better). Always colliding with me on the soccer pitch, and always nutmegging me as well. We grew together, and aimed for the top-right corner of the goal post together, and missed together. More recently, the DOTA master. But let's not remember each other for games, but for the friendship.

Ian Lim:
Memories of Lim Clan stream back in. The elf with the big ears. The guitarist. The pianist. The soloist during busking. And who could forget that busking? where we played and amused ourselves in a little underpass in Orchard. We tickled each other, and got annoyed with one another. Dengue fever some time ago. More recently, we've not been as close as in Sec 2, but still, I hope the friendship will live on. Enjoyed the laughs. Llama. PangSai. Itchy. Pomelo. We will never forget.

Joash Ee:
My 5 sitting partners for the second half of the year. Surprisingly good friend, and we had the chance to grow closer this year. White hairs and wisdom. And i guess our trust grew to a point that he allowed me to pluck out one of those silver hairs yesterday. Goalkeeper potential, great and fast tackler. Loves to eat. I recall the primary school 'stomach battles'.

John Chen:
Absent more often than not. I'm sure everyone will remember him for that. Came to me for all the Biology help, if not went to Tien. Tall and outstanding, he was a Literature whiz in the Sec 2 Lit exam. I think he would be excellent if not for that poor attendance record. Went all the way to almost the Semi-finals in the inter-class soccer some time ago, pulling off 2 fine saves :D.

Darren:
Always one of the lonely ones. I tried to get to know him, having sat next to him for some time this year (if my memory does not fail me). We got to know each other mostly through those gatherings at Ken Wei's place, those sleepless nights and endless gaming. Closest buddy in class Kevin. Fab's Love Hina source toward the end of the year. DOTA (sand) King. Opened up more as time went by, and I managed to chat a little yesterday, albeit too late. Still, would make a pleasant friend I guess.

Justin Lee:
One of those bubbly kids, but a tragic family background at that. I think I had some relation to him, my dad knowing either his mum or aunt. Well, for such a guy, angsty in secret, but always bringing joy to the classroom. We had times of chatting whilst walking back to our homes (Dover Park View and Heritage View). Debated alongside him. Well known for spontaneous outbursts. And OM debut as some sweeper guy :P.

Patrick Leow:
Or the starfish. The prefect who never was. Join IB k? I guess I never got to knew him well, except in the Kluang camp this year. haha. The rugby T-shirt thing.

(and now...a break...nostalgia is time and energy consuming I guess.)