Thanks for the lessons <3
I really want to thank you guys for everything you've given me, not just the gifts and the hangouts, but everything you've taught me along the path of our friendship. Despite any disagreements or quarrels we've had, I want you to know that I'm so sincerely grateful we had the chance to become friends, because you've truly affected me, taught me something new, and helped me become who i am today. So here's a little thanks for you guys, some close and some I wish i knew better. (:
Adam: you've opened me up so much since I've met you! (: your charming albeit sometimes not quite witty puns (jk... or am i? :o) amuse me so much! xD I admire that all the simple compliments and nice gestures you do that cheer so many people up and simply make their day. you treat everyone so nicely and you're just friends with the entire world. yea the entireeee world. (: Thanks for showing me how much cheer a little kindness ( and a lot of bubbly spirit) can bring. :D
Adeline: one of my closest friends all the way from middle school! (: How we've come a long way! :D i admire how you value all your friends so much, even the ones that don't deserve it *cough cough* xD The friendliness and cheer of your personality brightens my day and the day of everyone around you. I hope you know the efforts you put into your friendships don't go unnoticed. Thank you for keeping our group together despite all the troubles and frustrations of planning (: You've taught me so much about keeping in touch and the value of a true friendship. <3
Amy: i love your energy and how you share it with all of us! thank you for the many quirks and laughs you've given us. (: Your courageous personality has encouraged/dragged me to step out of my shell and even though I'm still far from being as publicly confident as you are, it means a lot that you've taught me to try new things and open up. (:
Ben: though it took me a while to get to know the real you, i'm glad i did because you're such a kindhearted man. You're always there to listen or help out if needed; you're truly a friend to rely on. Thank you for all the care you've given us and how you're always sincerely interested in our well being. Your casual "how are you"'s mean a lot to me, because i know you are always looking out for us in whatever way you can. Thanks for teaching me to be sincere and thoughtful. (:
Charllotte: sweet adorable Charllotte! you're always so bubbly and honest all the time! I love your personality and character and I can see them growing as the quarters pass. Since I've first met you, I noticed your diligence and perseverance in everything that you do. You've inspired me to work hard and put all my effort into whatever it is that i'm doing. (: although i'm obviously still full of old procrastinate-y habits, your strong work ethic have taught and changed me much. (: Also, I want to thank you for your honest heart. <3 i love how you are so full of goodness and honesty; it gives me hope of goodness in the world, as cheesy as that sounds (and sorry for the lack of synonyms) xDD you've influenced me to put my heart into my work and be sincere in everything that i do. (:
Christenyo: you so kawaiiiii xD no matter how many times i say this, it still remains that I want to hang out with you more!! :D you're so fun and spirited all the time! :D Thanks for opening up your house to us and making fun adventures with us! (: I love the cute pictures you always draw and the random silly moments create; they reflect on your lively spirit (:
Jared: oh ho ho Jared Jared Jared... behind my disguise of insults and bad jokes, i value our friendship beyond words. <3 I'm sure you know already (and i'm not the first to tell you), but I love your strong character that shows in everything that you do. :D I'm thankful that I have someone like you to talk and rant to, but the difference is that I know you can point me in the right direction. (: You've taught me a lot of about being rational, straightforward, and honest in all that i do. you've even taught me a little practicality! :o how did you manage to do that... hahaha but really, thank you for being my model for strong character, wisdom, and virtues. (:
Jennifer: lol you're always thanking me and i'm always thanking you. hahaha i think in many ways we're alike so that's why we can relate to each other so much xD But in so many examples, you persevered through all your struggles and always come out with a good heart. You've shown such strength and kindness through the years, so much more than what is asked of anyone in your situation. You've inspired me to keep trying, no matter what, in order to help others and achieve our dreams and ambitions (: The world is our oyster; we just gotta keep chugging and eventually we'll hit that pearl (:
Jonathan: you scalding cynic you, how i yearn to hear your philosophies about the world... so i can contradict them!! hahaha no really. There's such truth in the things you say, but things are not always one sided. the theory of relativity! no actually i don't know what the theory says. But anyways, cynic that you are, chivalry and kindness shine in all your actions. I wish i knew your story, although your actions show that you are a truly selfless friend, always willing and trying to help others out (although sometimes they don't need it! keep that in mind! :P ). Thank you for taking an interest in my well being whenever you are around and always offering to help out, give some ice cream, or spend some time. i hope you know this, but you deserve so much more than you get, so please let others return the kindness that you have given them (: Thank you for reminding me to be more selfless, and more importantly, showing me the bigger picture in life is sharing what you have with others, not just having a lot.
Kelvin: though i don't know you that well, i know you're a gentlemen. (: thank you for being so kind of girls everywhere and best wishes to you and Sheri (:
Peter: though i see you sparely and randomly, it's always a joy to hang out with you! (: And our one-on-one talks always cheer me up too :D I admire that you're so good hearted and how you will do anything for friends (: Drive down to Irvine, flight across the world, your actions have shown me how to be a better friend and how to enjoy life without so much stress! xD Thanks for cheering me up whenever i see you (:
Rez: remember how you were disappointed that you couldn't live perfectly to help others also live perfectly? (i'm not sure if that made sense) Anyways, i think this just reflects what i value most in you: what a great friend you are. You are always looking out to befriend others (except our friendship, where i thought we were friends and you didn't! lol!! ahaha good times) and always looking for ways to help out your friends. I'm so lucky to have a friend that understands me like you do. (: It really meant a lot to me that you tried to help me in physics just because that was an area that you could provide help. It meant even more when we stayed up so late doing my WebAssign, you sacrificing your sleep and me just hating physics. lol i still hate physics, although i think i hate it less with your help. :D And remember that time when I snapped at you when i was trying to unlock our door and then you overlooked that and went out of your way to help us? Wow i loved you all the more and felt so guilty for being mean. xD I admire how you always want to end on a good note and will make sure that there are no hard feelings (like when you stayed up to help me for physics, or the apologies to make sure there were no misunderstandings, or the random hug that had to be a sincere hug before you went to sleep) xDD And you know when i need to talk even when i don't bring it up. I can just go on and on... but point being, you're a big brother to me and one of the closest friends i can ever have <3 I've learned how to be a good friend from you and i only hope that i can repay you half of what you've given me.
Richard Nho: At first I thought you were just a tough guy, but nope, you're just overflowing with compassion and thoughtfulness. (: I may have only known you for a short while, and only see you sparsely ( ]: !!), but thank you for always brightening my day with your kindness. Through how you treat others and the things you do, i can see that you live your life to better the lives of others. You always put others before yourself and you're always willing to go out of your way to help me with miscellaneous things. Your simple kind gestures mean so much to me because they remind me that giving a little cheer makes a big difference. In being who you are, thank you for reminding me time and time again to look at the bigger picture and realize what really matters in life. I hope you know that I sincerely value our friendship and wish to develop it as the years pass (: I also want you to know your selflessness is apparent in all that you do and it inspires everyone lucky enough to know you, so may you find peace in your heart, knowing the good that you've given those around you (:
(wow these get longer the later it gets! it's 1:30am xDD)
Richard Kuo: lovieloviecuteface!! xDD *sigh* what can i type concisely that i haven't poured out to you in a million words already... you've seen me at my best... and my worst.. and just my many moody inbetweens :P I'm sorry for all the times I've been passive aggressive at you (please call me out on it!!!!!!!!!) and the times I'm wrong but too stubborn to admit it. :P Amazingly, somehow you've managed to deal with it and still be the sweet boyfriend that you've always been. :D You were the first to show me compassion for others, especially strangers that creeped me out before. Thank you for that, because that has heavily influenced me and is a big part of who i am today. (: I love how you treat others, always trying to befriend and see the best in people. <3 You are a real people-person and having you around me lets me rub off on that so that I can get out of my shell and also try to be a people-person. Also, thank you for teaching me to pursue my ambitions. (: I love seeing you pursue yours, such as in Key Club and RHA and it inspires me to put my full efforts into what i want to do. Thank you for supporting me and keeping me on track. You're my anchor when things get overwhelming and i need to get away. Thank you for getting me back on track and reminding me what it was that i am aiming for. (: Your ambition and goals show me that anything is possible, as long as i put my all into it <3
Sarah: Shoe-ya Zee. <-- pronounce in Chinese tones. I lurve you! :D You have your faults, but there is no doubt that you are a woman of accomplishments. I love your ambition and being around you lets me totally soak up that ambition. xDD I (along with the rest of the world) was impressed ever since I first met you because you just grabbed at opportunities left and right. (: I admire how you are always searching to discover yourself and try new things. (: You've taught me to be ambitious and live life to the fullest. carpe diem! :D i have complete confidence that you can achieve whatever you set your mind on. I know that you will eventually find your calling in life, although i hope that you are enjoying the experiences along the way too. (:
Sooz: Suzzzzz :DDDD!! you're always such a joy to talk to! (: your little quirks of love always cheer me up when I'm down. :D I love your unique personality and our discussions of philosophy and random things; your endless knowledge of this and that never fails to surprise me (: Oh and i love your expansive knowledge of vocabulary! phosphophili...whatever it was... xDD You never cease to crack me up whenever i meet up with you. :D And i love how through all the insults and accusations, we are confident in our friendship <3 chyeeaaa! :D Thank you for giving me my interest in random things and teaching me different perspectives that I had never thought of before (:
Tammers: Tamzorz! (: Another of my dearest middle school friends! :D I didn't know you too well in middle school, but remember how we talked like every night in high school? (: And thank you so much for sticking by me the summer after sophomore year when I needed friends the most. <3 You've shown me the value of friendship and how others can help you go on when you're at your lowest. You've taught me how to live past my troubles and you've stood by my side throughout the years. I'm truly sorry for past strife and look forward to our adventures in the future! <3
Tandis: even though I can't say I've been there for you through the ups and downs, I hope that I've given you some cheer in any way i can. Thank you for always being there to listen when I'm just having a bad day, despite all the troubles that you already have on your shoulders. Though I don't know the struggles you've been through, I can see that you're full of strength and love for everyone. I admire how you always want to befriend others and are always willing to be that shoulder to lean on. Please never think of yourself as anything less than the most precious of friends, because it is apparent in everything that you do that you are someone i can always trust and come to. (:
Trisha: Trishy Trish Trisha... it seems like you never have any problems, but you're always there to listen to others. :P why are you so perfect!? ahaha no really :o thank you for the support you've lent me throughout the years, always there when I was at my lowest, and always full of cheer. (: I love how you always look at the bright side, turning any negative atmosphere into a funny or positive situation :D You've taught me optimism, showing me that most troubles i fuss over are trivial, and the more important things in life are the people we have and the care with which we should treat everyone.
Vinny: when did i first get to really know you? Fall semester, junior year? I feel like i've known you forever. :P You are one of the easiest people to talk to and you've sat through my many many manyyyyy complaints about life. xDD Sorry for all the mean jokes, but you know we really love you. (: Hey remember all the crap you used to give me?! hahaha, like you said, it's how you show that you care and that you are confident in our friendship. xDD what crap!! ahaha kidding :P I've come to appreciate your jokes and how you can joke about yourself, bringing cheer to everyone (: Thank you for showing me the power laughter and friends. You give so much, without asking for anything in return.
So thank you beyond words for everything, from the planned parties and the random hangouts, to the jokes, awkward moments, and the times when words weren't necessary. Thank you for just being yourself. <3
Adam: you've opened me up so much since I've met you! (: your charming albeit sometimes not quite witty puns (jk... or am i? :o) amuse me so much! xD I admire that all the simple compliments and nice gestures you do that cheer so many people up and simply make their day. you treat everyone so nicely and you're just friends with the entire world. yea the entireeee world. (: Thanks for showing me how much cheer a little kindness ( and a lot of bubbly spirit) can bring. :D
Adeline: one of my closest friends all the way from middle school! (: How we've come a long way! :D i admire how you value all your friends so much, even the ones that don't deserve it *cough cough* xD The friendliness and cheer of your personality brightens my day and the day of everyone around you. I hope you know the efforts you put into your friendships don't go unnoticed. Thank you for keeping our group together despite all the troubles and frustrations of planning (: You've taught me so much about keeping in touch and the value of a true friendship. <3
Amy: i love your energy and how you share it with all of us! thank you for the many quirks and laughs you've given us. (: Your courageous personality has encouraged/dragged me to step out of my shell and even though I'm still far from being as publicly confident as you are, it means a lot that you've taught me to try new things and open up. (:
Ben: though it took me a while to get to know the real you, i'm glad i did because you're such a kindhearted man. You're always there to listen or help out if needed; you're truly a friend to rely on. Thank you for all the care you've given us and how you're always sincerely interested in our well being. Your casual "how are you"'s mean a lot to me, because i know you are always looking out for us in whatever way you can. Thanks for teaching me to be sincere and thoughtful. (:
Charllotte: sweet adorable Charllotte! you're always so bubbly and honest all the time! I love your personality and character and I can see them growing as the quarters pass. Since I've first met you, I noticed your diligence and perseverance in everything that you do. You've inspired me to work hard and put all my effort into whatever it is that i'm doing. (: although i'm obviously still full of old procrastinate-y habits, your strong work ethic have taught and changed me much. (: Also, I want to thank you for your honest heart. <3 i love how you are so full of goodness and honesty; it gives me hope of goodness in the world, as cheesy as that sounds (and sorry for the lack of synonyms) xDD you've influenced me to put my heart into my work and be sincere in everything that i do. (:
Christenyo: you so kawaiiiii xD no matter how many times i say this, it still remains that I want to hang out with you more!! :D you're so fun and spirited all the time! :D Thanks for opening up your house to us and making fun adventures with us! (: I love the cute pictures you always draw and the random silly moments create; they reflect on your lively spirit (:
Jared: oh ho ho Jared Jared Jared... behind my disguise of insults and bad jokes, i value our friendship beyond words. <3 I'm sure you know already (and i'm not the first to tell you), but I love your strong character that shows in everything that you do. :D I'm thankful that I have someone like you to talk and rant to, but the difference is that I know you can point me in the right direction. (: You've taught me a lot of about being rational, straightforward, and honest in all that i do. you've even taught me a little practicality! :o how did you manage to do that... hahaha but really, thank you for being my model for strong character, wisdom, and virtues. (:
Jennifer: lol you're always thanking me and i'm always thanking you. hahaha i think in many ways we're alike so that's why we can relate to each other so much xD But in so many examples, you persevered through all your struggles and always come out with a good heart. You've shown such strength and kindness through the years, so much more than what is asked of anyone in your situation. You've inspired me to keep trying, no matter what, in order to help others and achieve our dreams and ambitions (: The world is our oyster; we just gotta keep chugging and eventually we'll hit that pearl (:
Jonathan: you scalding cynic you, how i yearn to hear your philosophies about the world... so i can contradict them!! hahaha no really. There's such truth in the things you say, but things are not always one sided. the theory of relativity! no actually i don't know what the theory says. But anyways, cynic that you are, chivalry and kindness shine in all your actions. I wish i knew your story, although your actions show that you are a truly selfless friend, always willing and trying to help others out (although sometimes they don't need it! keep that in mind! :P ). Thank you for taking an interest in my well being whenever you are around and always offering to help out, give some ice cream, or spend some time. i hope you know this, but you deserve so much more than you get, so please let others return the kindness that you have given them (: Thank you for reminding me to be more selfless, and more importantly, showing me the bigger picture in life is sharing what you have with others, not just having a lot.
Kelvin: though i don't know you that well, i know you're a gentlemen. (: thank you for being so kind of girls everywhere and best wishes to you and Sheri (:
Peter: though i see you sparely and randomly, it's always a joy to hang out with you! (: And our one-on-one talks always cheer me up too :D I admire that you're so good hearted and how you will do anything for friends (: Drive down to Irvine, flight across the world, your actions have shown me how to be a better friend and how to enjoy life without so much stress! xD Thanks for cheering me up whenever i see you (:
Rez: remember how you were disappointed that you couldn't live perfectly to help others also live perfectly? (i'm not sure if that made sense) Anyways, i think this just reflects what i value most in you: what a great friend you are. You are always looking out to befriend others (except our friendship, where i thought we were friends and you didn't! lol!! ahaha good times) and always looking for ways to help out your friends. I'm so lucky to have a friend that understands me like you do. (: It really meant a lot to me that you tried to help me in physics just because that was an area that you could provide help. It meant even more when we stayed up so late doing my WebAssign, you sacrificing your sleep and me just hating physics. lol i still hate physics, although i think i hate it less with your help. :D And remember that time when I snapped at you when i was trying to unlock our door and then you overlooked that and went out of your way to help us? Wow i loved you all the more and felt so guilty for being mean. xD I admire how you always want to end on a good note and will make sure that there are no hard feelings (like when you stayed up to help me for physics, or the apologies to make sure there were no misunderstandings, or the random hug that had to be a sincere hug before you went to sleep) xDD And you know when i need to talk even when i don't bring it up. I can just go on and on... but point being, you're a big brother to me and one of the closest friends i can ever have <3 I've learned how to be a good friend from you and i only hope that i can repay you half of what you've given me.
Richard Nho: At first I thought you were just a tough guy, but nope, you're just overflowing with compassion and thoughtfulness. (: I may have only known you for a short while, and only see you sparsely ( ]: !!), but thank you for always brightening my day with your kindness. Through how you treat others and the things you do, i can see that you live your life to better the lives of others. You always put others before yourself and you're always willing to go out of your way to help me with miscellaneous things. Your simple kind gestures mean so much to me because they remind me that giving a little cheer makes a big difference. In being who you are, thank you for reminding me time and time again to look at the bigger picture and realize what really matters in life. I hope you know that I sincerely value our friendship and wish to develop it as the years pass (: I also want you to know your selflessness is apparent in all that you do and it inspires everyone lucky enough to know you, so may you find peace in your heart, knowing the good that you've given those around you (:
(wow these get longer the later it gets! it's 1:30am xDD)
Richard Kuo: lovieloviecuteface!! xDD *sigh* what can i type concisely that i haven't poured out to you in a million words already... you've seen me at my best... and my worst.. and just my many moody inbetweens :P I'm sorry for all the times I've been passive aggressive at you (please call me out on it!!!!!!!!!) and the times I'm wrong but too stubborn to admit it. :P Amazingly, somehow you've managed to deal with it and still be the sweet boyfriend that you've always been. :D You were the first to show me compassion for others, especially strangers that creeped me out before. Thank you for that, because that has heavily influenced me and is a big part of who i am today. (: I love how you treat others, always trying to befriend and see the best in people. <3 You are a real people-person and having you around me lets me rub off on that so that I can get out of my shell and also try to be a people-person. Also, thank you for teaching me to pursue my ambitions. (: I love seeing you pursue yours, such as in Key Club and RHA and it inspires me to put my full efforts into what i want to do. Thank you for supporting me and keeping me on track. You're my anchor when things get overwhelming and i need to get away. Thank you for getting me back on track and reminding me what it was that i am aiming for. (: Your ambition and goals show me that anything is possible, as long as i put my all into it <3
Sarah: Shoe-ya Zee. <-- pronounce in Chinese tones. I lurve you! :D You have your faults, but there is no doubt that you are a woman of accomplishments. I love your ambition and being around you lets me totally soak up that ambition. xDD I (along with the rest of the world) was impressed ever since I first met you because you just grabbed at opportunities left and right. (: I admire how you are always searching to discover yourself and try new things. (: You've taught me to be ambitious and live life to the fullest. carpe diem! :D i have complete confidence that you can achieve whatever you set your mind on. I know that you will eventually find your calling in life, although i hope that you are enjoying the experiences along the way too. (:
Sooz: Suzzzzz :DDDD!! you're always such a joy to talk to! (: your little quirks of love always cheer me up when I'm down. :D I love your unique personality and our discussions of philosophy and random things; your endless knowledge of this and that never fails to surprise me (: Oh and i love your expansive knowledge of vocabulary! phosphophili...whatever it was... xDD You never cease to crack me up whenever i meet up with you. :D And i love how through all the insults and accusations, we are confident in our friendship <3 chyeeaaa! :D Thank you for giving me my interest in random things and teaching me different perspectives that I had never thought of before (:
Tammers: Tamzorz! (: Another of my dearest middle school friends! :D I didn't know you too well in middle school, but remember how we talked like every night in high school? (: And thank you so much for sticking by me the summer after sophomore year when I needed friends the most. <3 You've shown me the value of friendship and how others can help you go on when you're at your lowest. You've taught me how to live past my troubles and you've stood by my side throughout the years. I'm truly sorry for past strife and look forward to our adventures in the future! <3
Tandis: even though I can't say I've been there for you through the ups and downs, I hope that I've given you some cheer in any way i can. Thank you for always being there to listen when I'm just having a bad day, despite all the troubles that you already have on your shoulders. Though I don't know the struggles you've been through, I can see that you're full of strength and love for everyone. I admire how you always want to befriend others and are always willing to be that shoulder to lean on. Please never think of yourself as anything less than the most precious of friends, because it is apparent in everything that you do that you are someone i can always trust and come to. (:
Trisha: Trishy Trish Trisha... it seems like you never have any problems, but you're always there to listen to others. :P why are you so perfect!? ahaha no really :o thank you for the support you've lent me throughout the years, always there when I was at my lowest, and always full of cheer. (: I love how you always look at the bright side, turning any negative atmosphere into a funny or positive situation :D You've taught me optimism, showing me that most troubles i fuss over are trivial, and the more important things in life are the people we have and the care with which we should treat everyone.
Vinny: when did i first get to really know you? Fall semester, junior year? I feel like i've known you forever. :P You are one of the easiest people to talk to and you've sat through my many many manyyyyy complaints about life. xDD Sorry for all the mean jokes, but you know we really love you. (: Hey remember all the crap you used to give me?! hahaha, like you said, it's how you show that you care and that you are confident in our friendship. xDD what crap!! ahaha kidding :P I've come to appreciate your jokes and how you can joke about yourself, bringing cheer to everyone (: Thank you for showing me the power laughter and friends. You give so much, without asking for anything in return.
So thank you beyond words for everything, from the planned parties and the random hangouts, to the jokes, awkward moments, and the times when words weren't necessary. Thank you for just being yourself. <3