Monday, April 30, 2007
the one on birth and death
When we were small, birthdays were all about us. Parties and presents were all we looked forward to. We would have our parents showering our faces with their kisses, relatives and their blessings, and our friends who would crowd around your cake and sing a song that's meant for you only.
It is the day when it's all about you.
Yes, we remember our birthdays because it belongs to you. We remember it because it makes you special. We remember it because of a certain memorable party. We remember it because of a certain gift you received some years back. We remember birthdays just because it is your birthday.
Yes, we remember birthdays for many reasons. And all the more so when birth and death coincides.
In loving memory of Khoo Gek Kiao, beloved grandmother who went home to be with the Lord on 1 May 2005.
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