Part 1: From Strangers to Friends...

It's thick in the air - what with only 2 weeks left in school. Finals and lasts fill the air and msn nicks are the best testimony for that- the last presentation, last lecture, final countdown, the end is near etc etc etc...

The fervent anticipation of the much needed break that's beckoning is made bittersweet by tinges of fun, fears, laughter and regrets of the time spent in school. It's a warm fuzzy feeling reminiscing how everyone has evolved and to quote J, blossomed from nobodies to exquisite members of - the noisy, giggly library crowd, the gossipy lunch-time gang, the furiously chatting MSN cliques, the procrastinating project groups, the whiny walk-out-of- school mates. How through the 3 to 4 years, strangers have been acquainted, MSN contact list has ballooned, foes have become friends (and vice versa:P).

Its heartwarming to think and recall how some friendships have developed, past the storming phase tt characterised groups, the awkwardness of sharing feelings and thoughts, the occassional misunderstanding and unhappiness, to wat it is now... the generous sharing of privvy, exclusive information of something (most times, someone:P) , the consulting and advice seeking when thorny problems are encountered, the endless and whimsical teasing and whining. Small deeds and favours done without being asked, nuances and vibes understood without the need to verbalise them- of how comfortable these friends are/have become, of how effortless it is to pick up from where we left off. In fair-weather times of fun and joy, in times when deadlines beckon, projects need to be done, exams need to be prepared for; in sad times of grief and pain. I suppose that is what chemistry is.

To end it off on a saccahrine sweet, feel-good note, here's the classic campfire song sung to celebrate friendships...Cheers!