I guess the year’s ending in a day so its a rather appropriate time to start looking back at this year.

2011 has by far been the craziest year I’ve ever been through in my entire 18 years of existence. So many things happened this year that I can safely assume that I’m not the same as I was one year ago.

I feel stronger, and I feel more level-headed than ever before. For the first time in my life, I am really quite aware of where I am. I’m finally thinking for things I should be thinking about, and making decisions that would lead to the inevitable future.

Let’s start from the beginning of 2011. We still had that little bit of 1.2 back then so it wasn’t so bad. Then came the best moment of 2011, yes the SCC CONCERT. Holy shit, looking back, that experience really was something. It changed my perspective of a lot of things to be honest, and really the whole thing was just life changing. Great friends, and great moments, I think next year’s concert is going to be even better.

Then we started off with school, where I had the unfortunate experience of 2.1, which I can safely say, was one of the worst shit that I’ve had to go through. Really, made me even question what I was doing studying this course. Eventually it ended but still, that’s when it all started.

I think I’ve been doing a lot of questioning so far, about life’s future and I still am undecided. There’s many things I like to do, but not that one thing I love to do. 2.1 really pushed me, and made me realise a lot. Like I’ve woken up and finally open up my head to all these other possibilities.

But that aside, another good thing that happened was #TGO. That’s right, Stage 52’s The Guilty Ones, was the first musical I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m glad I was a part of that. Made new friends, saw people in a different light and most of all, had a great time. (One of my goals in entering poly was to be part of a musical so there we have it!)

Also taking on the role of SMT for FMSA was really something new. I know near the end I’ve not contributed as much as I should but if any FMSA SMTs are reading this, I really enjoyed working with all of you guys. I love FMSA, I love giving tours and this open house might be our last major event so gotta give it my all! (WICKED WAS AWESOME.)

The second semester of school (still ongoing) is well, its alright. Not as bad as the last semester besides the articles. Man, never really knew that Mass Communication could show me how much I fucking hate journalism. (okay not hate, strong dislike for it)

But the best moments of 2011 was with SCC. Planning the SCC annual camp with Nazrul Noor (BEST CO-CAMP CHIEF EVER!) was really taxing but it paid off in a way. I guess it was someone’s way to prep me up for next year (oooh major hint there ^^) but I’ll do my best for SCC! Met new people that really became good friends (current gang of SCC members yes I’m talking about all of you), and had the pleasure of seeing some great talents walking into the studio. Sure some people leave, some of them do but as long as there’s still one person willing to fight for this CCA, then SCC is in good hands.

Speaking of musical acts, David Choi, All Time Low and so many other bands I saw this year, awesome. Also, SCC bands seeing as how they all progressed from the start, there was Waking Wanderlust, and now Black For Remembrance. And of course, my favourite band of all time, ONE DAZE. To see them improve so much from the start of the year is simply wow. Actually, everyone in SCC has improved so radically its amazing.

Music this year has been strong with me. 

Particularly because this year I finally have a band that I’m happy and proud to be in. A band I can say that I’m from and actually be proud to say its MY BAND. 

Yes, to the guys of Lipstick Lullaby, you guys are wonderful. We’ve been playing for a few months now right? We had a recording BEFORE our first gig. We had two official performances outside school (strangely enough both around the town area) and some random little gigs inside school. I just want to say I love you guys, and I love the music that we make. I am proud of every single song we wrote/played because when I’m playing with you guys, I feel so at home. I feel like that’s the place I belong, and its not easy to find a place of comfort in this crazy world. Nazrul Noor, Nazrul Sat, Haffiz and Anwar, really thank you for everything. Depending on today, let’s see how much further we can grow in 2012!

It has been a crazy year indeed hasn’t it? Around the world, in Singapore, everything just seems to be a little more crazier. A lot of bad things have happened, a lot of good but that’s all part of life.

I’ve had a great year, and I just hope next year will be another great one. I just want the entire world to be safe next year that’s all.

And to you who have read this post, thank you.

And a happy new year to all!

Oh, yes I love every single one of my bros’ in MCM right now. Be it the newly acquainted or the ones who stuck with me since year 1. Know that without you guys, I would have never survived school. You guys make life in school awesome. OKAY!

Ps: Oh and especially to you. Fuck you, bitch.