In utter shock..
Such a barbie and a sweetheart of a person...
Taken away by a cruel disease...
You were one proper blondie, inside and out, hilarious comments and the out of this world fashion sense.
You certainly stood out at uni.
I am blessed to have known you and lucky to have a pieace of you everytime I look through my wardrobe and see that nurse's outfit you lent me for halloween ;-)
To you, Alana, this blog entry is dedicated. Every tear dropping is only a fraction of my sadness to loosing you.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Sunday, July 3, 2011
I never thought he knew my name even...
One year ago exactly, in the midst of all the chaos of starting the new academic year, the receptionist comes running into my office ranting about a person who’s not a student in our institution roaming around campus!
Stupidity was at its peak I guess, since she did not bother calling security or better yet, speaking to the boy himself and asking him who he was and was there a purpose for him roaming around campus. Anyway, I eventually had to go see to it myself and he seemed to be a bit disturbed at why everyone was giving him attention all of a sudden. "I am not an intruder, I am not a trouble maker, I just want to use the library". He was shivering!!!
At that sight, I just smiled at home, patted his shoulder and told him to calm down and that he is not under any attack.
Me: What do you need?
Him: I am a student at SQU, but this is my last year and I do not have any classes, just my thesis to complete. Since I live close by, I was wondering if I could use the library for my reserach instead of driving all the way to SQU.
Me: Sure, you may. Just register every time you enter the premises ok?
Him: *silence* ok is that it?
Me: Yes.
Him: Thank you. I'm very sorry.
Me: No no, there’s no need to apologize. Take it easy and good luck with your thesis.
Now, from that time on, I kept seeing him around campus, casually greeting him, asking him about his research. No conversation per say, just a mere sentence or two. That's it.
Yesterday marked a year since that incident. I was alone in my office just reading through emails as I do every morning. He walked in...
Him: Morning Miss
Me: Good Morning Mohammed, how are you today?
Him: Fine thank you. Miss, I just wanted to say goodbye, I've been accepted to pursue my masters in the states and this is for you. *places an envelope on my desk*
Me: Wow! Congrats! I wish you all the best.
*Phone rings* He excuses himself and we wave goodbye to each other.
That phone call got me occupied for a while after that, it was about 15 or 20 mins after that I remembered he handed me something.
A very nicely sealed letter, with my name typed in bold at the front. I opened it up, a one page short letter, very well structured, and ended up bringing tears of joy down my face.
"Since I will be leaving the university soon, I am writing this letter to thank you for the way you have treated me during my frequent visits to the center; starting from the day you have welcomed me into it and all the way up to now. You are one of kind, charming, helpful and friendly nature attracts all of those whom you deal with such as myself and all of the students on college as well. Now, it is my common habit to be kind to those who are close to me and those who have been grateful to me (you). Therefore, I would really appreciate it if you could pass the date of your birthday to my email so that I can record it on my calendar and get you something special on your special day. Otherwise, I could just send a letter to your boss or head of college informing them of how much an asset you are to them. Best wishes"
The last part is very cute and cheeky, but overall the letter is one that touched me deeply. Showed me that a little gesture can do a lot and that a person can remember you just by your doing a little deed towards them.
This letter not only made my day, but made my year. As I end this entry, yes Mohammed, indeed, this is all dedicated to you. Thank you for giving me a reason to smile and feel good about myself and my achievements.
Stupidity was at its peak I guess, since she did not bother calling security or better yet, speaking to the boy himself and asking him who he was and was there a purpose for him roaming around campus. Anyway, I eventually had to go see to it myself and he seemed to be a bit disturbed at why everyone was giving him attention all of a sudden. "I am not an intruder, I am not a trouble maker, I just want to use the library". He was shivering!!!
At that sight, I just smiled at home, patted his shoulder and told him to calm down and that he is not under any attack.
Me: What do you need?
Him: I am a student at SQU, but this is my last year and I do not have any classes, just my thesis to complete. Since I live close by, I was wondering if I could use the library for my reserach instead of driving all the way to SQU.
Me: Sure, you may. Just register every time you enter the premises ok?
Him: *silence* ok is that it?
Me: Yes.
Him: Thank you. I'm very sorry.
Me: No no, there’s no need to apologize. Take it easy and good luck with your thesis.
Now, from that time on, I kept seeing him around campus, casually greeting him, asking him about his research. No conversation per say, just a mere sentence or two. That's it.
Yesterday marked a year since that incident. I was alone in my office just reading through emails as I do every morning. He walked in...
Him: Morning Miss
Me: Good Morning Mohammed, how are you today?
Him: Fine thank you. Miss, I just wanted to say goodbye, I've been accepted to pursue my masters in the states and this is for you. *places an envelope on my desk*
Me: Wow! Congrats! I wish you all the best.
*Phone rings* He excuses himself and we wave goodbye to each other.
That phone call got me occupied for a while after that, it was about 15 or 20 mins after that I remembered he handed me something.
A very nicely sealed letter, with my name typed in bold at the front. I opened it up, a one page short letter, very well structured, and ended up bringing tears of joy down my face.
"Since I will be leaving the university soon, I am writing this letter to thank you for the way you have treated me during my frequent visits to the center; starting from the day you have welcomed me into it and all the way up to now. You are one of kind, charming, helpful and friendly nature attracts all of those whom you deal with such as myself and all of the students on college as well. Now, it is my common habit to be kind to those who are close to me and those who have been grateful to me (you). Therefore, I would really appreciate it if you could pass the date of your birthday to my email so that I can record it on my calendar and get you something special on your special day. Otherwise, I could just send a letter to your boss or head of college informing them of how much an asset you are to them. Best wishes"
The last part is very cute and cheeky, but overall the letter is one that touched me deeply. Showed me that a little gesture can do a lot and that a person can remember you just by your doing a little deed towards them.
This letter not only made my day, but made my year. As I end this entry, yes Mohammed, indeed, this is all dedicated to you. Thank you for giving me a reason to smile and feel good about myself and my achievements.
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