Serendipity

Although reality is cruel and life has to go on, please know that i will never forget you and all that i have learnt from you, one way or another. I am ever grateful that you are once and forever my brother-in-law and that my sister has met someone as good as you.

It has definitely been hard on my sister but i know, that you will never leave her and that you are both knitted tightly by the bond you share which nothing can separate. Eujin kor kor please let my sister know that she has strength & support from you and loved by you. Be there for her in times of sorrow and need and i'm sure she will feel you there, just right beside her. Keep her safe and strong to go on and help her pick up the pieces along the way and carry on with this life with you, for you.

I'm sure you have completed, to the best of your abilities your mission on earth, and the result, is my brave sister and all those lives you've touched, including mine. Everyone is so proud of you and so am i. You must be happy with all the good you've done and all the love and humilty you've brought to others during this period.

You have been a teacher, a brother, a friend and someone to look up to and a role model to me since the age of 7 and it has never been otherwise. Thinking of you now still brings tears to my eyes but the thought of the great impact you left on us is comforting thought to counter. Although i've never actually said it, but as xuelin jie jie said, you are a role model to me too and i will work hard in life just to be like you.

Love, Denise.

To The Top Trainee of HQ ARMCEG Spec Bridging Course 2000

You're one of my NS mates.. And it's sad to find out that the first piece of news I hear about you since we left army is this..

You're a man who i knew as smart with a great sense of humour.. not to mention great humilty as well.. You treated people with great respect and I'm sure i'm not the first from our specialist corp to post here.. I'm sure we'll all remember you that way..

You were the best in our batch.. A leader you always were.. and lead by example you did...

I wish the people closest to you well.. And can only pray that with each passing day that their hurt will lessen.. but that your memory and your legacy will never fade..

One of your favourites

"Hey There Delilah" by Plain White T
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Hey there Delilah
What's it like in New York City?
I'm a thousand miles away
But girl, tonight you look so pretty
Yes you do
Times Square can't shine as bright as you
I swear it's true

Hey there Delilah
Don't you worry about the distance
I'm right there if you get lonely
Give this song another listen
Close your eyes
Listen to my voice, it's my disguise
I'm by your side

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
What you do to me

Hey there Delilah
I know times are getting hard
But just believe me, girl
Someday I'll pay the bills with this guitar
We'll have it good
We'll have the life we knew we would
My word is good

Hey there Delilah
I've got so much left to say
If every simple song I wrote to you
Would take your breath away
I'd write it all
Even more in love with me you'd fall
We'd have it all

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me

A thousand miles seems pretty far
But they've got planes and trains and cars
I'd walk to you if I had no other way
Our friends would all make fun of us
and we'll just laugh along because we know
That none of them have felt this way
Delilah I can promise you
That by the time we get through
The world will never ever be the same
And you're to blame

Hey there Delilah
You be good and don't you miss me
Two more years and you'll be done with school
And I'll be making history like I do
You'll know it's all because of you
We can do whatever we want to
Hey there Delilah here's to you
This one's for you

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
What you do to me.

This song was one of Eu Jin's favourite songs to me.. and he often asked me if he could try changing the name "Delilah" to "Debbie" when he sang it to me.. But it sounded weird because it was a three syllabus changed to a two syllabus. We had a good laugh and he gave up trying.. It was one of those really bitter sweet moments I had with him.

One Sunday when I was having lunch with friends at Cafe Cartel in Tampines Mall..My friends Dan and Char were chatting so happily about overseas trip when I heard this song over the radio.. I was trying very hard to hold back my tears, but the more I heard this song.. The more it brought back the sweet memories.. I teared uncontrollably..

I miss you so much Darling, and I know you're still around.. somehow.

Debbie

Thank you Darling..

Thank you Darling for the dream you gave me last night.

I am happy to be able to hold your arms again like I always did and look into your eyes like always. Thank you for the words you spoke to me last night..I feel the same towards you..

Thank you for the dinner we had last night.. I enjoyed myself at the two buffets with you even though it was only for a short while, it was already more than enough for me.

I have been hearing this song on the radio.. and somehow I grew attracted to it. And I am dedicating it to you.. It's strange.. I searched for the lyrics and I realised how much it could relate to the both of us.

THE FIRST TIME (Surface)
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You know I won't forget
The time we shared together holding hands
And walking in the park
Sometimes we'll have to do it all again
We were so happy then
I have no regret

Can you tell from the look on my face
that I love you more today

Chorus
The first time I look into your eyes I cried
Do you remember the first time
We fell in love
You look into my eyes wiped the tears away
The first time
When we fell in love

Although sometime has passed
I still remember just like it was yesterday
The time is moving fast
The love I have for you
Time won't ever change
I'll always feel the same
Now until the end

Memories we've shared will live forever
Deep inside my heart I know I'll never fall again


I still love you more and more each and every day Darling.. See you in my dreams.
Debbie

A blog, a facebook, a love that transcend heaven and earth...

Come across this BLOG in the morning,
Touching and heart breaking.

A life is not lost when end,
A love is which entrench even deeper when lost,
A call which make friendships even stronger when gone,
A lifeblog which make humans to remember to treasure your loved one when around.


Remembering live and love to the fullest each day...

its been more than a month....... 2 days ago marks exactly 1 month you left us..... i was crying so so hard in my office that dorothy came over to give me a hug... and someone went to inform beloved.... he came running into my room... but i couldnt stop.... i thought i had it all out.. but no.... the pain is still there...... even when eric the manager came in, he had a shocked.. and quickly left us alone.... i really couldnt help it......... no one will ever understand the pain i'm goin thru unless the same thing happen.... but then again... you might say he's ONLY my brother.. not my parents or my lover.... i'll beat the life out of those whoever dares to say that.... the love me and my bro shared was a 21 years kinda thing.... frm the first day he laid his eyes on me, he showered nothing but tlc.. just for me........ i kept crying throught out the whole day... even when i'm home.. i dreaded 7.30pm..... the only small consolation was that my mama, deb and me dreamt of him on that morning.... this is really a frecking tough time.... and like i said.. if this is a nightmare.. i really wish i can wake up soon...........

Thanks for being my friend

Eu Jin was my classmate in NYJC. Though we are not close friends, I remember the times:

• when we were grouped together by Ms Tay to do a class presentation on descriptions and you sabo-ed me to present the benefits of "byford briefs" to the class
• you and yu cheng's presentation on law and order for GP had the class rolling with laughter over "law net grey grey" - a direct translation from the chinese idiom
• when the class sabo-ed you during your birthday by hiding your pants after PE so that you had no choice but to wear the school skirt for the rest of the day
• when you and debbie got lobang for kathy and me to sell taiwanese snacks together after 'A' levels as holiday job. The 4 of us stank up bus number 24 after our packing of smelly beancurd in the factory. It was a fun experience working at the Expo with you, debbie and kathy.

It did not seem that long ago that I went to your house to celebrate your 18th birthday, or seeing you and debbie at the MacRitchie Trail in April this year. I was with my husband at that time and both of you ran past me. I remembered thinking "Wah, this couple so fit and loving to do a morning run at MacRitchie together". I remembered nudging my husband at that time that we should follow what "the couple was doing", as both of us have put on so much weight.

Then, I was so surprised to realise that "the couple" was you and debbie. I remembered asking both of you what you are working as and when are you going to invite me to the wedding dinner. You said next year and that you'll invite me. I didn't know then that both of you had ROM-ed. I didn't even get to say my congratulations.

It's such a shock to receive the bad news one month ago.

I didn't know what to say to you as I offered you my last respect. So I just mumbled "Thank you for being my friend". I wish I could have said more with coherence. And I'm ashamed to say that I could have made more effort to know you as a friend better.

You've made me realise (after 26 years of living), the fragility of life. Knowing your achievements and outlook in life through the postings in this blog and the newspaper article is a wake-up call for me to stop "floating about aimlessly". It made me treasure those around me more.

Thank you for the lesson.

Thank you for being my friend.

- Sharon, NYJC 2S7A 1998-1999

a month

it's been a month since you left us..................

i cried countless times today... if we were to go on the trip on 5th dec, we will be meeting you tonight..... but...........

if this is a frecking nightmare, i really wanna wake up now...... not only deb...

xue also died on nov 13.........

Hi Dear

Yesterday's my birthday. Tomorrow's exactly a month since you last left us. Today's my best friend's wedding. I simply couldn't bring myself to work. This is too much for me to bear..I have always looked forward towards birthdays, weddings and anniversaries. But not this time. After what had happened, birthdays will never be the same again. Weddings might be cruel to me.. Anniversaries will be looked at from a totally different perspective.

Up till today, I sometimes still imagine and dream that you are overseas. It still feels like yesterday when I went over to Shanghai with you..I remember we took the Cathay Pacific plane and transited in Hong Kong, then to Pudong Airport. At that time, I would never have imagined it would have been our last plane ride together. I remember we reached the Hong Kong Airport, and we were so hungry...we put our stuff in the hotel..and went out in search of food..We had Aji-Sen Noodles together..I would have never imagined it would be our last time eating noodles together..

I remember us going to "Tao Bao" in Shanghai to buy cheap imitation stuff..We liked the place so much, we went back there two or three times within that one week that I was there, and kept buying bags and clothings for both our families..I remember distinctively you liked this leather brown Dunhill bag so much we had to bargain so long for it..And you kept using me as shield saying "Wo de Lao Po shuo tai gui, bu rang wo mai.."(My Wife says it's too expensive, and wouldn't let me buy...), then like usual, we would pretend to leave the shop and the prices would be slashed to our preferred price..We got the bag in the end. I could see how pleased you were with getting the bag, that you were practically smiling from ear to ear. I was really happy to see you smiling like that. After all our purchases, we would go back to the hotel room, and lay all our gifts and presents on the bed and compare to see who bought the nicest stuff at the best bargain. I miss all of that..

I remember the day when we had to travel from Shanghai to Suzhou to choose your apartment in Suzhou.. we travel to so many places to finally select the apartment you were stayin at. It was a beautiful "studio-like" apartment with 3 bedrooms, a huge fish tank, a small kitchen, a balcony and a solid hi-fi system. We both fell in love with the apartment.. somehow without saying much to each other, I knew in my heart that you would definitely choose this apartment. You did, like expected. I was looking forward to going over with my grandma, and then my parents to visit you in Dec and stay in that apartment with you. You would have been our tour guide as planned.. You would have brought us to many places of interest in Suzhou and Shanghai as planned. You would have brought us to where you usually hang out and eat as planned..

Yet, that day when I went to your apartment.. I dragged myself there. I feared to see what I saw. Your TV and laptop was still on, with so many msn messages from so many friends and your sister. In your sister's msn message to you, she was asking you to reply her msn message. In my heart, I wish you could too. I really wished you could. But this time, Xuelin had to be disappointed by her brother. It seemed like you were only going for a short gym workout, and a swim and then you would be back answering all those msn messages. I replied to some of the msn messages for you..and changed your nick to " I have passed on to somewhere greater and better... Please pray for me.". Many of your friends were shocked.. some had though I was lying..I went into the toilet and looked into the washing machine and saw familiar half-washed clothes. I took your clothes out from the washing machines and couldnt believe that you havent come back to continue washing your clothes.

I went into your room, saw a badminton racket and the familiar Dunhill bag on your bed, and I just cracked. You have barely used the bag for two months now..and the bag was left abandoned on your bed. I climbed onto your bed, and just laid there frozen crying and screaming uncontrollably at what has happened. I just couldnt believe it. It was just yesterday when we were talking about your gym workout and swims.. and how you would push yourself to improve the weights you were lifting. I didnt want to leave.. I wanted to be where you were..just yesterday. I cried so much, I couldnt see anyone around me. My tears just blocked my vision.. I wanted it to remain that way.. I didn't want to face reality. And I really wished you could have taken me with you there and then. My world has crashed when I got the phonecall that night. And I had died together with you.

The next few days in Suzhou/Shanghai was terrible.. We had to choose your favourite clothes, jacket, pants, shoes, watch..I told Da-ge that you always liked to shine your shoes.. and he did it for you.. They were bright and shiny I swear..I know if you were here.. you would have jumped around and said " Da-ge bang wo cha wo de chou xue zi" (Brother helped me to shine my smelly shoes), but I believe.. Da-ge would have done it a million times for you if you would have only given him one more chance..We had to go to the pool where it happened.. We had to keep signing papers with your name on it to get you home. We had wanted to get you home so badly. Home, where we all were.. where Da-sao and Xuelin were waiting anxiously. Home where all our beautiful memories really were. Home where you can finally rest after a long journey.

I remember when I left for Singapore the last time in September.. We had taken the Maglev train..We took our last photos together..When we reached Shanghai Airport.. we had our last drink and coffee together after checking in. It was my first time taking a plane ride by myself, and I was crying and tearing.. not because I was afraid.. but because I missed you already. If I had known that that would have been our last look, last touch, last kiss and last hug together.. I would have gladly missed my plane that time. I would have chosen to stay in Suzhou to be with you and forgo everything else. I remember running for my plane coz I entered the gates at the very last minute..and there was a queue and stuff..only so that I could spend a few more moments with you.. I never regretted running for that plane. We had managed to spend our last few moments being physically together.

In Shanghai for the second time, I couldnt wait to get home.. where we were at then was terrible..I couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, practically couldn't be of help. I seemed like a vegetable deep inside of me..

Darling..please be here for me. You have told me that although you are not near, you will always miss me and that you will be a call away. You also said that we would walk through all our problems together hand-in-hand. I trust you. So I believe that you will be nearby.. somehow..

My parents got me a dog.. A Siberian Husky for my birthday..She's an apricot beige and only 4 months old..If you were here, I bet you would have loved her.. We would have gone to the park and jogged together with her every weekend when you are back in March next year. I called her " Courage". I hope to find my courage through her and live strong for you Darling.

I still love you as much as ever.. maybe more than ever..and more and more with each passing day. Be strong too Darling.. when I finish my race on earth.. I hope to see you at the other end..still waiting and cheering for me.

I would still want to be your wife in my next, next, next life.. For as many times as possible.. even if I had to relive all these pain again, I would. Even if it's for a day, I would.

We had promised to run the marathon next year together when you get back..and to finish it hand in hand. I will continue this race myself, with you beside me.. I will wear your ring and mine together, and I promise to finish our race together "hand-in-hand" this time. I will run this race for you and for our families..I may cramp up along the way, my knees may hurt along the way, my heart may pound uncontrollably, tears may roll down my cheeks as I think about you along the way..I may feel like giving up along the way.. But I won't. Coz I want to see you at my finishing line. Please wait for me Darling.. I promise not to take too long..But I will need to finish my chores here on earth first before I go.

Though we have never gone through our customary wedding.. I now have two grandparents, four parents, two brothers, one sis-in-law and two sisters. I will help you to take care of them on your behalf like you always tell me too.. Rest in peace Darling. Leave the chores here on earth for us.


I love you.
Debbie

Farewell Eujin

Rest well my fren, till we meet again...

-Derrick aka Limpeh

NTU Canoeing Team '03-'05

my thoughts

after going to my uni's enrolment exercise, i cant think of anything but you and HD(high dist)... you have been my inspiration since my poly days and will continue to be in my coming uni days..... i thought of you everyday... seeing all those CF6 engine manuals on my table when i first came back to work after your funeral, i broke down..... and my heart breaks a little more every time the bus passes by GE building.... i dread coming to work every morning... i was so proud to let those ppl know that my bro works in GE... esp when they know that you are on that management program, they will give me that Woah face and proceed to ask me "your bro is a first class ar?" to which i'll give a very proud "ya"..... i'm still so proud of you.... everyone knows my bro... but working in the rivel company is not easy for me... seeing things that are related to you everyday is enough to kill me...... because they keep reminding me of my lost.... they kept reminding me that i lose part of my heart......

i miss you so much..........
maomei...

miss you sooo much.......

maomei

From Da Ge

The road is long
With many a winding turn
That leads us to who knows where
Who knows where
But I'm strong
Strong enough to carry him
He ain't heavy, he's my brother

So on we go
His welfare is my concern
No burden is he to bear
We'll get there
For I know
He would not encumber me
He ain't heavy, he's my brother

Bridge:If I'm laden at all
I'm laden with sadness
That everyone's heart
Isn't filled with gladness
And love for one another

It's a long, long road
From which there is no return
While we're on the way to there
Why not share
And the load doesn't weigh me down at all
He ain't heavy, he's my brother

He's my brotherHe ain't heavy,
He's my brother

My Brother

As we grow older, memories start to fade...

However over the weeks, faded images just keep coming back...

The times when we spent running around Blk 123 back at Jurong. The first time you join me as a Pri 1 in Jurong Town Pri Sch.... Not sure why but we start to drift apart when I join Sec.

No time for kids games I guess.

I was entering adulthood when you were leaving adolescence. Witnessed the puppy love you shared with Debbie and it grew to a serious relationship over time. You carried our parents hopes and lighten the expectation on me as you cheong for honours. Though I never express it, was grateful for diverting the pressure as I was never the high flyer and satisified with maintaining status quo.

If I had know the call from you on my wedding is the last conversation, I will never put down the phone. I had so much to share with you... had thought of lots of ways to bridge the gap between us...

I was the loner in the family, always keeping my thoughts and feeling to myself. Till now, I still cannot come to terms that you are not around anymore. I promise you I will take care of everyone in the family, even Debbie. You have worked hard and deserve a rest liao.

Well... You have reach end point liao. Just wait for me there. Like I said, I am not a High Flyer but I will have results and achievement to show you.

If there is a next life, let's be brothers again. I will paved the way like I always been so that you can learn from my mistakes.

From your Da Ge.

Journey to Similan Islands

Where to start? I will begin by saying that there was so much about you, Eu Jin, that I could have known and shared but never did.

First, I was an alumnus at NYJC. Like you, I was a competitive canoeist and participated in the very first race in 1980 (you were not born then). Won the glorious bronze medal when only 4 showed up for the gruesome single-seated event. I salute you for having achieved so much more.

Second, I was a combat engineer too. You had probably dug the same minefield, built the same double storey Medium Girder Bridge, blew up the same obstacles like I did 20 years ago. But you probably had achieved so much more.

Fast forward to December 2006. I met the most endearing and loveliest couple, a gentleman and a lady, on a dive trip to Similan Islands. With an Icaro wing on your back, you were swift, graceful, and meticulous in the water column. And of course, there was always Debbie gliding faithfully by your side. I took just 1 picture of an inseparable couple and it stays in my collection forever. Despite the most unlikely circumstance, separated by time and distance, we met and got acquainted. Fond memory lingers eternally...because of the subtle greatness in you that inspires friendship, loyalty, and respect. Albert Loh, San Francisco.

Watch Over Your Love Ones My Friend

Dear Eujin, even though you're gone, i know that you're be watching over and protecting your love ones like you always do.

For all those who love him so much, i hope you will take care of yourself and walk out of your sorrow soon, for this is what Eujin would have wanted.

L

I love you and I miss you dearly..

"For he so loved his life, he enjoyed every single second of it."

Love, Me

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I read a note my grandma wrote back in nineteen twenty-three.

Grandpa kept it in his coat, and he showed it once to me. He said,

"Boy, you might not understand, but a long, long time ago,

Grandma's daddy didn't like me none, but I loved your Grandma so."

We had this crazy plan to meet and run away together.

Get married in the first town we came to, and live forever.

But nailed to the tree where we were supposed to meet, instead

Of her, I found this letter, and this is what it said:

If you get there before I do, don't give up on me.

I'll meet you when my chores are through;

I don't know how long I'll be.

But I'm not gonna let you down, darling wait and see.

And between now and then, till I see you again,

I'll be loving you. Love, me.

I read those words just hours before my Grandma passed away,

In the doorway of a church where me and Grandpa stopped to pray.

I know I'd never seen him cry in all my fifteen years;

But as he said these words to her, his eyes filled up with tears.

If you get there before I do, don't give up on me.

I'll meet you when my chores are through;

I don't know how long I'll be.

But I'm not gonna let you down, darling wait and see.

And between now and then, till I see you again,

I'll be loving you. Love, me.

Between now and then, till I see you again,

I'll be loving you. Love, me.

Eu Jin's probably the one and only person I would have ever loved so much in my entire life.

I wished there could be more moments spent with you, even though I know that's impossible. I want to thank you for all the good times and the bad times because it's in these good times that we shared so much joy and laughter, and in the bad times where we learn so much more about each other and grew up together.

I want to thank you so much for all the fond memories you have brought into my life since the first day I met you.

I hope to see you again when I travel to the end of my journey on earth. I miss you so much darling. Take care for now.

Baby, till I see you again. Love, me.

Loving you always,

Me

A tribute to a good friend and a loving husband

A tribute to a good friend and a loving husband

Eujin - a friend and a loving husband - passed away on Nov 13. A giant gentle who is kind and soft spoken, Eujin is known to many as a good friend, and to Debbie, a loving husband. Our condolence to Eu Jin's family and farewell to a great inspiration friend.

My life is ended here at peace with the sea. The Lord has called me home and I am free to go peacefully. Don't mourn my passing as I am now in the presence of the Glory of God, His bright love is abundant and his promises are real. I will wait here for you dear ones in Jesus' arms and watch over you with him until you also come home. Be comforted loved ones. "I shall go the way of the open sea, To the Lands before you came, And the cool ocean breezes shall blow from me, The memory of your name" �

From everyone who loves and dived with this young man from Orpheus Dive. We have also setup a special gallery found at http://www.orpheusdive.com/cpg_gallery/index.php?cat=22

PLAIN WHITE T'S LYRICS
"Radios In Heaven"

Your time has already come and I don't know why
The last thing that I had heard
you were doin' just fine
It seems like just yesterday
I was laughing with you
Playing games at Grandma's house
well you taught me well, didn't you?
I hope I'm just like you

Do they have radios in heaven?
I hope they do'
Cause they're playing my song on the radio
And I'm singing it to you

You left before I had a chance to say goodbye
But that's the way life usually is
it just passes you by
But you can't hold on to regrets and you can't look back
So I'll just be thankful for the times that I had with you
I hope I'm just like you

Do they have radios in heaven?
I hope they do'
Cause they're playing my song on the radio
And I'm singing it to you

If they don't have radios in heaven
here's what I'll do
I can bring my guitar when my time is up and I'll play it for you

Tell me can you hear me now
if not, then I can try to sing real loud
What's it like up on the other side of the clouds?
I hope I'm just like you
I hope I turn out to be as good as you

missing & loving you..
maomei

Two Years of Our Time

A man who never raised his voice at his charges, but preferred to let his heart and head define his command. A can-do, positive spirit coupled with genuine humility and a desire to do things the way they should be done are the memories I will forever keep of Eu Jin.

Eu Jin was a real pleasure to work with - you just knew things would not go wrong with him around, and even if they did, you would want him there when they did - remember, he was only 19 then, with a head on his shoulders that belied his age. In my mind, this spoke highly of his parents, his upbringing and those who were privileged enough to love him.

I hope Kahlil's thoughtful epitaph helps us overcome, and treasure the memories we retain of Eu-Jin, for these memories will stay.

When you are sorrowful
look into your heart
and you shall see that
you are weeping
for that which has been
your delight
~ Kahlil Gibran

Pritam Singh
Bravo Company, 35 SCE

Farewell My friend

It really take me some time to come to the decison to write this blog. Till now, I still couldnt believe that he is no longer with us.

I have known Eu Jin since my days in NYJC days and have gotten to know him better during my university days in NTU. Not only he is smart, he is also a fit person. What makes me really admire him the most is his determined character and down to earth attitute. During my university days, I am always in awe in his ability in coping with both his social and academic aspects . I have always looked up to him as a role model. To me, he is a perfect all-rounder and always put in his best shot in every thing he does.

I believe that you are ceratinly in a better place watching over your friends and family. Farewell my friend, and thanks for being a great friend. We will certainly remember you ......

A T

Once and Always, Forever and Ever.

Eujin kor kor? He's my brother-in-law.

The past few days were indeed difficult, yet short. But I regret not spending enough time with you, although i've known you since i was in Primary one at the age of 7. Now i'm 16, but still haven't spoken to you much. I want you to know that you are the best brother-in-law anyone can have and that i've always boasted about you and my sister to everyone i see and know and I will continue to do so. I always told others how intelligent my brother-in-law is, how much he is driven with determination to do the best in everything he does. When i was younger I used to be so sad that my sister always stayed with you and i don't see her so often. But honestly, deep down inside I am happy and contented that my sister has found someone so near perfect; you.

I am honestly so proud of you to be able to create such a big impact on so many others around you. This is exactly the reason people remember you for, your humbleness, your selflessness and unending understanding and love for the people around you. Your greatest determination and drive to go through studies and competitions just so to not disappoint those around you, is something that alot of people can learn from. Your life is filled with meaningful reasons, completed with satisfaction and love from so many people.

Eujin kor kor, I will study hard from now onwards, whatever I do, whenever I study. You have put in so much effort to coach me for my Os. From such terrible results to something much more pleasant. I will do you proud okay ? I will. I always tell my friends i have the best tutor anyone can have, and with that, i'll do well. And I will okay? Eujin kor kor, watch me get back my results.

You are someone everyone looks up to. A role model, a near perfect image, a outstanding achiever. You are an all rounder, someone who is good at all aspects.

Though I don't know you inside out, I am definitely proud to say that you are my brother-in-law, a very outstanding out indeed. You once were, and will forever be my brother-in-law and to everyone else, a best friend, the best husband and the perfect son. You are someone who brought so much fun, happiness, joy and laughter to everyone who knew you and i'm sure you never were a regret to anyone who knows you.

Eujin kor kor, I really miss you and i treasure you alot. I know you're still here and you know everything we are saying and doing about you. I know you're at a place much better, watching over all of us on earth. I know you love my sister, your family and friends alot and you will be constantly watching over them from wherever you may be.

You never left us, you never once did.

"Sometimes, angels drop by for a little while, pick a few people up and leave for the moment."

Eujin kor kor, my beloved brother-in-law.

the best elder brother any girl could have.....

i cried so hard that night....... mother was crying so loudly that our neighbour came knocking the door, asking if everything was alright... dad just fall back when he had the news.......... my heart kept racing so fast that night... i wish i can give half or all of the heartbeat to you.......... why you?????? you had everything while i had none..... you were the fav one is the family.. while i'm the rebel...... why you????? my dear brother... i dont even have the chance to tell you how much i love you......

i ws so unwillingly to let you go... while the whole family was in suzhou, i wished with all my heart that i can be with all of you........ when you finally came home... i felt a little better.. knowing you're back here and i have 2 1/2 days with you.... i spend as much time next to you as possible for those few days.... leaning on your coffin... i kept telling myself how proud i was to have you as my bro.... so many ppl coming to see you....... paying their last respects.... and i saw many of your frens sob..... brother... i'm so proud of you.... you left such great memories and a powderful impact on your friends...... i am so so proud of you........

on thrusday... we had to leave you.... we had to cover your coffin..... i gave you a kiss before da ge pulled me away......... and you wasnt alone... i was with you till the end.... i tag along with you wherever you went since i knew how to start walking and i was still with you in the Volvo.... when its time.. i gave you some roses and 1 last kiss..... my heart was breaking but i knew i had to hang on.....

you showered me with love and concern while i kept taking you for granted...... i'm so sorry bro.. for all the wrong i've done..... pls do come back to see us whenever you can....... i miss you so much.... but i know you have gone somewhere greater and you will never ever leave us...... i love you so much bro..... i'll study hard and take good care of the parents... i guess its hard not to do well since i'm your sister and i too, have the good genes.... just that they developed slower....

PS: dont be mad at those dumb reporters who put the pic you and i took at you sch garden...


love always
mao mei.......

祝您愉快

http://www.omy.sg/news/localnews/200711/20071121_008_drown.html

天空海阔是无尽美梦 可惜只得一个破天空

寻求人间仅有的希望 骤觉得到了又已失去了

不懂欢笑像留下缺陷 哥哥可否知道我的心

常常埋怨彷似不长大 是您给予我留我一点真

默默悼念 默默愤怒埋怨

一生充满了斗志永不倦

怎可终止 他的生命是真理

OH...... 他的生命没扭转

但愿在您的远方 可听得到我这歌

常欠缺了您在旁 陪伴上路多么不安

但愿用这一阙歌 来冲洗心中我苦楚

来叫喊我对您未忘 含泪说声 祝您愉快

看天空可变改

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misaki

A Tribute to my Great Friend

He Came, He Inspired, He Conquered.

Wanna take this moment to honor my great friend who had passed away. I know he's watching us from above.

Thanks for the memories, Eu Jin...

Yim

Old memories

I still remembered the secondary school days when we started to learn canoeing. That was 1995. We were then very enthusiastic about the Saturday canoeing sessions in Changi Village. Promptly after that we went for the intermediate sessions that were conducted in Pasir Ris. Those were the fond memories that I had. I always looked up to him as he was always the best rower while I was always one of the slower ones. Even our seniors were always impressed by him. He would always look after me to make sure that I could catch up with the rest of the group especially when we were on expeditions. After several years, whenever I passed by these areas, they reminded me of those good times.

I guessed those canoeing days spurred him to continue dragon boating in NYJC (while I decided to pick up a racket sport). And as expected, he was elected as the DB captain then. Back then I was always amazed in how he juggled his studies, sports and social life. He was always a role model for me to follow in all aspect -the respect that he commanded from his DB mates, the digilence and perseverence that he showed in whatever he did, etc. EJ really lived up to the true Montfortian spirit “Age Quod Agis”, Do well in whatever you do

When we were in NTU, we would engage in some light-hearted chats whenever we met. It was really fun and enjoying to chat with him as he is very funny and is open to all topics. And during exams, he always offered his help to teach me when I did not understand some of the concepts. I am really grateful for his help in all these years.

When I attended his funeral over the past few days, those old memories came flowing towards me. I will always treasure and cherish those old times that we had together.

I would like to send my warmest condolence to Debbie, his family and his friends

Zhencheng

Till we meet again

A part of me resisted writing this entry; like Ash, the reality does not fully sink in. Being overseas, I gather news through TC and other GIP friends as well as this tribute site. Somehow, sometimes I can still believe that Eu Jin is somewhere else on another part of the World. Writing this entry is to come to terms with your leaving.

For the past week I kept thinking about those times we had during GIP. We first met at Sea-tac airport when you came to welcome us; you helped me carry my luggage when I was having a bad motion sickness. As times went by, you are not only a helpful guy, but also someone we all grew to love and respect. I remember how you jogged back to Acacia beside me when I was too slow to catch up with Ash and others. Whenever I have problem or just feeling bored, you welcome me to drop by “Café 505”, where there’s free “special” drinks and great listening ears. One can chat about just anything with you since you never take sides when issues arise. You also helped me understand why things happen in a certain way, not by preaching or talking about profound theories, but simply in your own way.

Those trips we had…. NY with Ash, TC and Brandon… our first Broadway musical, those Popeye fried chicken you loved to eat (even though we had it like every dinner there), and Victoria trip with Ash, Shao, Kenny, Sarah, TC and others. It never fails to amuse me how you try to take pics with “Yandao” look and using “special angles” to make yourself look cool. Now looking back, I truly miss all the day-to-day life we all had: cooking dinner together… eating your special fried fish and onion rings and fries… the MaMa noodles (I bought you a pack in the US this time round)… you and Ash “suan-ing” each other… jogging to gas-work park, those groceries trip, the late-night movies and popping pop corn, you showing me the dragonboat pics which you are so proud of (as well as asking me which dragonboat guy is the most “shuai4”) etc.

Though I’ve never told you this, but I have always been impressed by your passion for life, for dragonboat, your devotion and love towards Debby (even before we actually met her), the way you strive for excellence because you just want to be better each time, and the care and respect you show towards others. It is no wonder many people describe you as a true/born leader and a great friend.

It was only a while ago when we all met up before we flew, and you later on telling me over msn that you want to do a MBA. Just the day before the accident you were commenting that you’re glad it’s a holiday in the US. I wish I had talked with you longer…

It is very saddening to read about what Debby and Eu Jin’s family is going through now. I wish there’s something which can relieve their pain even a little. At the same time what others wrote about Eu Jin is consoling—he is one great guy who holds a special place in his friends’ life.

- GY-

天妒英才

Friendship Forever

Tony

NTU Canoeing, The Legendary NTU "C"

Goodbye

Eujin,
It’s so hard to say goodbye . I was at your wake just now, and I was so heartbroken. It’s so hard to say goodbye..
I am so proud of you, Eujin. I can see that your family and friends love you terribly. From the postings here, it’s obvious that you have touched so many lives, in such special ways. You were a role model to many, have the respect of friends and colleagues, selfless in your deeds, brought laughter to those who knew you. Even for your profs, you have left an indelible mark as a diligent, dedicated, polite, helpful and smart fella. You have done us proud. You left behind a most respectable legacy. You are a leader indeed. The School of MAE Leadership Development Program is honored to have had you as one of our member.
These photos were taken the day before your ROM. I asked if you would join us, and you said it’s the day before your ROM, but yes, you will be there. Thank you for turning up. Thank you for the opportunity given to us to have this last photo with you.
It’s not easy to say goodbye to you, Eujin. I am glad though, that I have been blessed with the opportunity to have known you. Good bye.

prof. chui.

A tribute to a great guy and a dear fren

TNP cover story on our dear friend Eujin...

Link to the ST article: http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest+News/Singapore/STIStory_178959.html

1991

It was mid 1991 when we met. He joined my Primary 4 class during mid term. He had brownish hair with large rim glasses (think Harry Potter). Soon, I got to know that he had just moved to Hougang from Jurong and he stayed just 3 blocks away from me! We soon became the best of friends since we went to school together, sat together and played together.

Centre Row, 4th from left: Eu Jin @ P5

During weekends, we would play badminton, catching, hide&seek and went on the see saw with our siblings and the neighborhood kids. He excelled in all those games and soon gained much of our respect even as kids. While I always snatch my sisters’ food, he will always give his share to his.

Rebel (me) : “Why are you studying so hard ?”

Him : “Do you know how I can get into Montfort Primary?”

Rebel : ”How?”

Him : ”My mom had to literally beg the principal to let me in. I must really study hard so that I will not disappoint her. And also to prove to the principal ! ”

That was the conversation of two P5 kids. I guess some things never change.

I remembered we came up with ways to make some money one time. Young as we were, I fantasized about how to make it big in order to buy that Tamiya toy car I loved. As for him, he was counting and telling me that, “Wow, if I can make like 1.5 dollars a day, I can ask my mom not to give me pocket money anymore!”

We went to the same Secondary school class and we attended tuition at the same tuition centre “Mavis Tuition Centre”. I tend to be late as I might still be sleeping or playing games. He would always give me a call with his own coins if he does not see me 15 minutes before tuition starts. And mind you, 10cents for the pay phone is a significant amount at that time!

Our distance grew apart, partly because our priorities in life changed. The breaking point came when we had a quarrel over some silly pranks we played on each other. As small sized as our body were, we had huge ego. We stopped talking to each other for years to come.

It was not until university when we finally broke the ice. I am truly glad that you have turn into the fine man you are…

Today, I went to your funeral. I walked past the HDB where we played hide&seek, the void deck for catching, the badminton court and the seesaw. These events just flashed across my mind and I felt a deep sense of grief. I am sorry for taking you for granted back then…

I know you are at a better place now. Thanks for being a true friend and all the happy childhood times. I will remember them. Always.

~Lee Lim

R.I.P

One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple. For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his tabernacle and set me high upon a rock.
~ Psalm 27:4-5


Toysoldier

Sports Unlimited IX - METAL

These are the photos taken during our first year in NTU - during the Freshmen Orientation camp with Sports Club.

We belonged to the same group. It's from here that our friendship begins....

Eujin has been a pillar in our group, providing the brain as well as the muscles whenever we needed. We can always count on him when the chips are down. He gave his 101% in whatever he does. Be it posing for pictures, competing in games or shouting cheers.

Off camp, i know him as a devoted boyfriend, an avid dragon-boater, a hardworking student.

METAL - Best Group for Sports Unlimited IX.

Thanks for the memories. You'll be dearly missed.

Your METAL buddy,
Ying Chiu

Remembrance of a Friend

I got to know Eu Jin through TS in university. The first impression of him was a very well-built fellow who is very tidy. He was a very studious guy who plans his schedule and exams preparation very well. Everyone in Hall would be struggling to finish studying, but for Eu Jin, he would have finished his revisions and was heading to attempt past year papers. A guy who will never fail to lend a helping hand to others.

I recall the day that I found out about the misfortunate lost of this friend on Wednesday. All I can say I was paralyzed there and then. Eu Jin is a friend and also my client. We were just communicating about some stuffs over the email and I was joking what a luck fellow he was to have been sent on company trips. He also said that when he comes back we would be meet up for coffee. But I guess I would not have the chance for a coffee with him anymore.

Eu Jin, you will remembered by all your friends for you have created the sweetest memories for everyone.

To Debbie and family, I share your grief in the lost of Eu Jin, but remember, Eu Jin would want you all to create even more beautiful memories on his behalf.

In remembrance of this friend,
Pam

Wake

There are some changes,

The wake will be held at Blk 460 Hougang Ave 10 for 2 days.

Today 20/11 (tues) to 21/11 (wed)

The cremation will be held on 22/11 (thurs)

Dear EJ,

I dont know if you're still mad at me for leaving the db team after the first 3 mths in nyjc, but i wont blame you even if you are..

Sorry.

I had wanted to bring this topic out back in '98 when things happened, but mushy-ness wasn't my style back then.

You had been a great rowing team mate and a fine gentleman. Being at your left was serious hard work, dude. I will be remembering those days with a bittersweet symphony.

-W.

God Bless You

I met Eujin through his gang in NTU. I only got to know him better when we worked together in year 2, he was the leader of our EID project.



I remember Eujin as a born leader, a great person with the almost perfect life. He was smart, fit, good looking, with a loving gf & family. Despite his many achievements in life, he was humble and helpful.


Even though we were never close, we always see each other around in school. In hall, tutorial classes, lectures, late night study sessions, study room, SRC, and even after we graduated, we still met each other at loyang point. We will never fail to say hi , talked about the good old times in school, cracked a few lame jokes at each other.

It is sad to know that Eujin has left us already. However, i am sure for all the good deeds which he had done when he was around...he must be in somewhere better now.....so let us be strong..and wish that peace may be with him....

Eujin, u will always be remembered....God Bless you...


Melissa

Tribute to a Great Son, Brother, Husband and Friend

My thoughts for Eujin moved from great fondness to awe, coupled with respect for a combination of success and humility that I have found in no other. Although our last meeting was long ago, except for that chanced occasion on the street, my memories are very clear and permanent.

Etched amongst our minds are that eventful outing to East Coast Park after O levels, the countless supper treats at Kopi Chiam, Chomp Chomp, gaming sessions and challenging biking expeditions. The sound of numerous laughter we shared in the van continue to resonate.

Eujin is a scholar, sportsman, gentleman and leader and above all, a man for others who have lived his life to the true Montfortian spirit of “Age Quod Agis”, Do well in whatever you do.

He had such strong determination and competitive spirit in him. In secondary school days, he was always found by the fitness station, urging everyone to do more chin-ups. In university, the stage elevated to the world, pitting against the global students around us, Eujin excelled. He was always the first man in and last man out in the study rooms. He willingly clarifies any doubts from anyone who approaches him.

As a sportsman and leader, he constantly motivates the people around, believing in the best of everyone. His leadership was evident to all, being made captain of men in wherever he is.

His life epitomizes the true Singaporean Dream in this modern generation, succeeding against all odds, being the best of what you are called to be, in the midst of adversities and irregardless of background. Truly a role model for many.

My thoughts are with his wife, Debbie and family,
Bless you this time of deep sorrow and loss.

Worthy friend, you will live on in our hearts, minds and thoughts. ..

JW

Farewell to a Smart and Humble Guy

Although I didn't really get to work with Eu Jin during my days at GE, we certainly had lots of fun going through rounds and rounds of radio-controlled flight on a simulator. He was one of the best among all the "trainees". A fast learner, I remember telling him that after a few more rounds of training on the flight simulator, he would be able to fly the real thing solo. Looking back, it is a regret that we never had the opportunity to get down to the flying site for his solo flight.



These photos that were taken at a farewell dinner together with some of GE colleagues will serve as fond memories of smart and humble guy.

Rest in peace my friend....

Ang

In memory...

Eujin - capturing hearts, changing lives, and leaving us all forever.

-Seng

NTU Canoeing 2004-2007

Eu Jin: A Fun & Hardworking Colleague

I met Eu Jin for the first time in Cincinnati, OH for our centralised training at GE Aviation's HQ although i've talked to him earlier online. He was as lively & fun in reall life as he was online. He was also very serious about his work & actively participated in the trainings.

We went on to meet, work, learn & have fun @ Singapore, Penang & Cincinnati again just 2 weeks ago. I last saw him in Narita's transit terminal. We smiled at each other & said our take cares & good byes. Less would i know that it would be the last time i see him. We were in total disbelief when the news came in. It took us a few days before the reality sank in.

Eu Jin is fondly remembered by his colleagues & friends in GE located around America, Europe & Asia. We are in the proceedings of creating a memorial for him in GE Aviation's Learning Center (Cincinnati) & also raising funds for his family.

We pray for Eu Jin to rest in peace. "Eu Jin, you shall neva be forgotten buddy!"

-Vick, Malaysia-

Some photos of Eujin's NYJC Dragonboat and Canoeing Team 98/99...

some pictures i have with my beloved captain. he's my captain; one day captain, forever captain.



















our captain lives with us forever...
Brian

In fond remembrance of Eujin

I got to know Eujin through my husband-to-be, known as Dino or Long-ye amongst the guys. I remember the first time I met Eujin. It was the start of the school year and I was manning the recruitment booth of the fencing club, where I got to know Khengwee. I was sitting at the booth, taking a breather, when I noticed a few guys standing together, alternating between throwing looks in my direction and talking amongst themselves. Initially I was perplexed, wondering what the hell were these guys doing behaving so sneakily, when suddenly, a thought struck me. As they approached the booth, I smiled knowingly at them and said," You guys are here to look for Qingwei right?" We all laughed. They were there to find out what kind of girl their Long-ye had gotten together with. :)

Even before I met Eujin, Khengwee had always been telling me that he had this great friend who was not only shuai, but also had both brawns and brains, plus he had a loving and long-lasting relationship with his girlfriend Debbie. Initially I was skeptical that someone like that really existed and thought that Khengwee was exaggerating because of their close friendship. But as I got to know more of Eujin through the various suppers and mugging sessions I joined in, I came to understand what Khengwee meant. Not to mention his many achievements, as someone whom I barely knew, he already left a deep and lasting impression as someone who was always friendly, easy-going and humorous, who always put people around him at ease.

When I heard the news from Khengwee last Wednesday, I was stunned, then shocked. That whole morning, I was left feeling numb and cold. It was too sudden and unexpected. Even as someone who only knew him briefly, I felt pained and saddened, what more his family, friends and wife? Words mean nothing in the face of something like this. I can only say that I am deeply saddened and sorry for the loss of such a great guy and I hope that Debbie and family can find strength in his love to go on. May Eujin find peace and he will always be loved and remembered by those he left behind.

yiling

Just some photos and videos of the man....

http://s222.photobucket.com/albums/dd268/remembereujin/

We will always remember the man, the rower...


Please post more pictures and videos as well...
Userid and password as given above..

It was the first time that i entered my BMTC bunk that i first met Eujin. It turns out that he was going to be my buddy from then on. I think what matter most to a person when entering Army, is the people and environment ard him. Seeing other people with lousy and weird buddies, i was very glad that mine is Eujin.

Eujin tend to sleep-talk at night. There was once, while we were camping out field, eujin sat up suddenly in the middle of the night and sang very loudly,"They say that in the Army..!!!!'. i rose to a shock! he continued singing for another few verses before rolling back to his sleep and left me with the silence. The next day some of our section mates complained abt someone singing late in e night and disrupting their sleep, eujin and i looked at each other and i told everyone abt the truth, we all laughed.

Sometimes at night, we would talk while on bed and eujin would say how much he missed debbie, and how he wish he could put debbie into his big bag and bring her to Tekong! we talked until the PS came ard to warn us, thats when we stopped.

I remembered once i had fever in Tekong, eujin, under pressured from bunk mates, was 'forced' to dry clean me with a wet tower. He came, holding the tower and said,' Buddy! fever rite.. need to dry clean rite.. heehee..' and rubbed my body hardly and roughly with the tower! i stopped him and he said, 'see he dun want..'. Ever so funny, so fun to be with..

I used to tell my friends that one of the happiest days of my life is in BMTC and it would nv be so if not for eujin. So many memories we shared there and memories only owned by the two of us. Even in NTU when we met up, we would always talked abt the funny incidents we both experienced then and laughed abt it.

In NTU, i seldom study with eujin. He always asked me to but i was too lazy. Every now and then i would ask eujin for notes and tutorial solutions to copy and he would very gladly pass them to me. He was self-less.. he liked competition but he nv failed to share what he had got..

As long as Eujin was ard, there will always be laughter.. no doubt abt that.. and now he had passed on, with so many memories left behind..I will never forget him.

Eujin will be in Heaven.. Farewell for now..

To a good friend, a great person, my best buddy.

JF aka Buddy,Pei-ye

I don't know Eu Jin well.. I knew him through Debbie and already I could tell that this guy is a treasure that she had found. Their love for each other is evident. The impression I have of Eu Jin was that this guy is very friendly and ultra sporty and duper smart. When most of us were struggling with passing our modules, he was scoring A's and B's. He's a person who puts in 101% in the things that he do. Wish I had known him better.

Through my friendship with Debbie, I knew how much this relationship meant to her. It is at times like this, I realized how words can mean so little. The words of condolences, comfort, whatever, seem so empty as it cannot fill the deep well of grief in Debbie and Eu Jin's family and dear friends. Yet, it is all we can do.

May time heal all pain but let our memories of this wonderful friend/brother/son/husband live forever.

Eu Jin, may you rest in peace.

God Bless
Ii Vi

A Great Friend and Great Competitor

First of all, i would like to thank ts for creating this blog to give us this chance to leave our messages and remember what a great guy EJ had been.

I got to know EJ during BMT as he was the buddy of my best friend. I remember (actually i forgot but EJ kept reminding me now and then) that the first time we talk was when i went to look for my friend and he asked me to help him adjust his helmet neting. Apparently, i didn't do a great job which also caused him to remember me...haha...

We got posted to the same company in SISPEC and the same unit after that. We would encourage each other during the tough training then and i recalled he always had a picture of Debbie with him even during training. I would also teased him about how unmanly that was but in my heart, i envy him for having such a good and caring gf.

However, we only really got closer to each other during the uni days as we were in the course and stayed near each other in hall. His BMT buddy was also my roomie then and hence, we often hang out together to study and eat. I remember ts and i beat him in our sem 1 exams results and he was very sad. However, a true competitor, he worked extra hard and make sure he caught up with us the following sem and then he eventually beat us all by getting 1st class.

He had always been very fit, setting the record of chin-ups in SISPEC, doing 1 hand chin-up, doing diving etc... Which makes the matter in which he died even more unbelievable and hard to take... He would encourage me and spend time to do chin-up with me during BMT as i couldn't achieve the required standard. He was not a very strong runner during Uni. When we go for runs around the school at night, i would beat him. However, he would train hard and beat me after that.

EJ was there when i got together with my current gf. I recall seeking his advices because of his loving (sometimes mushy) relationship with Debbie. My roomie and i always envy how close and loving they were.

Sad to say, we drifted apart after graduation. Partly because of work and the fact he was posted oversea for job rotation and because we didn't share similar interest in sports. He was always the more adventurous guy.

It was shocking when i first received the call from dino telling me that EJ had passed away. He couldn't confirm it and we didn't believe it. So, we went around calling those who were close to him to confirm. When i finally knew it was true, i really can't believe it. It was beyond words to describe my feelings then. I just felt like stopping work and going home. I felt tired and weak... I called my roomie and told him about it. He was shocked and couldn't believe it too... Everything was like a bad dream... I spend the rest of the day informing all those who know him the bad news. All of them express shock and sadness. That's how great a guy he was.

Even though now he's gone, i'll always remember the times we had together in army and Uni. He would always be a great friend and great competitor. Good bye my dear friend, you'll always be in our heart.

LZ aka AW

latest update on flight back to SG

Debbie will be taking flight SQ 833 back to Singapore from Shanghai (Pudong).

It is expected to arrive at Changi Airport Terminal 2 at 2155.

- bee

Found this post from his colleague in china

http://blog.sina.com.cn/s/blog_4d83cdcf01000bjn.html

To my friend

Hi Eujin,

Decide to address this to you direct because there are juz a few last words that I hope to say to you.

Your leaving has been a great shock to us. Something unbelievable, something I still have not really registered. Somehow, the idea has not sinked in yet. I don't think it is denial, but juz tt everything seems so distant and unreal. GY said that she was even chatting with you the day before. I still rem the GIP-USA photos you tagged onto my facebook last wk.

The past few days, many things went through my mind. What were you thinking when it happened? How and where are you now? The GIP experience... etc... I still remember the very last time we met. It was a farewell dinner for you and GY, both going overseas. A buffet dinner at this Indonesian restaurant, Ricetable, near Centrepoint. You, Debbie, TC, GY and I were there. Somehow we managed to co-erce you to foot the bill for the dinner, with the promise that you will get your return treat when you come back. The bunch of us then went to Spinelli after the dinner to continue our chat, reminiscing past photos we took in US from my laptop. There was so much fun and laughter. The lasting words then were that we will meet again when you are back.

It never strikes me that this will never happen again. Over msn, we were always saying we will organise this and that when you are back. There are people I want you to meet. Things to bitch about face-to-face. The group of us has not met since then. With you and GY away. The timeline is always such that next March, we will have everyone tgr again.

Your good is something that needs not be said. Something that exuberates from within. Something that many of us respect you for. I will miss the times I call you Bro/Sis (something that we always argue abt) and the times I always disturb you on msn.

Rest well, my friend. You will be deeply missed by us all from GIP-UW.

Ash

memories of eujin

We were in the same class in secondary school and got to know him after a school project. We became best of friends back then. Still rembr that we would always hang ard the fitness station during recess and try to beat each other to doing the most pull-up.. obviously, i nvr did beat him. we sat next to each other and wld always make fun of derrick the orc who sits infront us until he got so angry that he flip our table over, right in the middle of the class, leaving our elderly chinese teacher totally stunned. how we made fun of our teachers and giving them nicknames, he was the most creative and came up with the most;大鼻子 and duakaching were some of them.

Our favourite idol back then was Wubai and his favourite song was <牵挂>. still rembr that he would carve the whole song lyrics on his desk time and again even after we were made to clean out tables.. We stay very near each other and we would always walk back together after sch. it was always full of jokes and laughter along the way.

There was also the numerous swimming, Dota, night cycling and supper sessions with montfort guys, the memorable east coast and cycling trip after O levels, stay over at his place. It was never boring to have him ard, always jovial and cheering people up with his jokes and teasing.

We were roommates in uni, and it was really memorable staying with him. There were always jokes and laughter and we never stop making fun of each other. Still rembr that we had to queue overnight at SAO together with debbie to get the 2nd last double room available. It was all worth the queue. The mugging sessions in study rooms, where we had to wake up early to chop seats(he's always the one who manage to wake up early). The Dota sessions with Aw, Dino and frens, and the 1v1 sessions(where we would make fun of the loser after the game and trying to find ourselves excuses for losing the game), and not forgetting the night runs where we would try to beat each other to reaching the next lamp post or tree.

EuJin was a really hardworking fellow, although he works hard for his studies, he never forgets his friends ard him and is always there to help despite his busy schedule. Never selfish to help his friends with their school work and always open for discussion. He's been a role model that i look up to and work towards.

He is always the leader in the group and the one that motivates the people ard him to work hard like him. He is really an all rounder guy who excels in anything that he does as long as he puts his heart and soul into it. His favourite phrase was 勤能补拙. an example wld be the fact that he manage to complete the marathon last year. He was not a strong runner, but with his perseverance and never give up attitude i knew he can do it. We agreed to do the marathon next year after he's back from his rotation, but now we cant do it anymore.. We seldom kept in touch after he started his rotation in china, i ve taken for granted that he'll be back soon..

Take care boss..

TS