goodbye 2006

A few hours from now, I will bid goodbye to the best year of my life. Why? There were a lot of surprises and adventures that I will always remember for the rest of my life.

The best one? My 18th birthday.

Ever since I could remember and like most kids do, I dreamed of a grandiose debut. I want a party filled with balloons, flowers, candles, butterflies. I want a whole lot of guests where we would be dancing and singing and having fun. I want to have the best night of my life. I want it to be perfect.

I didn't have what I dreamed. Yes, there was no party, there were no dancing and singing, there were no candles, there was no grandiose party for the loquacious lady. My parents and my high school friends (save for one) weren't even there. I thought I would just sulk in one corner and let the day pass. I was wrong.

I got more than I've wished for. What I had was friendship and love. It was more than I've bargained for. It was the happiest day of my life.

For everyone who gave me the best "party" of my life, thank you! To the "kekes" for cooperating, salamat kaayo!!!!!

2006 was the best because of that night. I will forever remain grateful.
Cheers!