Wednesday, August 29, 2007

In memory of Ho Si Qiu ( 29-11-1981 --26 -08-2007)

Si Qiu, the time now is 28th Aug 2007, 10.02pm california time ( 29th Aug 2007, 1.02pm singapore time), in about 2 hrs time, a state funeral will be held for you at Mandai.


Si Qiu, im sorry to tell you that im still in a state of shock and grief. i will never ever forget that day when i heard of your passing from Agnes. You were so young, kind and have a bright future ahead for you.

Si Qiu, im so sorry that im not able to attend your funeral as im currently on an exchange program in US, I hope you wouldnt mind.

Bro, i will always remember that you are one of the very few people who encourage me to go on this student exchange to US as you say that it will be an enriching experience.

I still remember that time during one of our weekly runs, when i mentioned to you that i do not know how to write the personal statement for this student exchange, you readily gave me a helping hand by suggesting wat points can be included in this essay.

Bro, thank you very much for your help and encouragement in this matter, if not, i dun tink i will have the chance to go on this student exchange.

Bro, you have always been an excellent role model to me. You excelled in your studies, running, soccer and have touched so many people's lives. I am really impressed by your never-say-die attitude towards life and how disciplined you were during our hostel days. No matter how late you sleep at night, you will always wake up early in the morning at 8am for breakfast and running/study, very few pple can be as disciplined as you in our hostel.

Bro, im very sure that many of your friends will agree with me that you have always treat people with sincerity and love. You will always lent a helping hand to anyone in need and will never brat about your many achievements. i will always remember that during your last semester in UWA, even though you were busy preparing your thesis, you will greet me with a smile in your room and try to help me in my sch work.

Bro, i will also miss the times we had our runs along Matilda Bay. Even though im a slowier runner than you are, you will willingly pace me during those runs. Bro, i will also miss the days playing with you in the social league (you as the defender and me as the goalkeeper) and our soccer session on saturdays.

Bro, i really regret not knowing you more as a person and not informing you that im leaving for US for my student exchange. i guess its because i always think that you will always be there for me, unfortunately, this is no longer true now. i have learnt a painful lesson for not treasuring someone who matters alot to me.

Bro, i will like to let you know that even though you are no longer with us physically, however, we will forever remember you as a warrior, a gentleman, a sportsman and a scholar. I am very honoured to have you as a friend and i will miss you deeply. Rest in peace, Si Qiu, till we meet again.