| ykpc2005 - ykpc/joyful2006
Grade 12 Class
For all the good times we've had, for all the tears we shed, for all the laughs and smiles, you guys are the ones that brought me together to be who I am. Because time is limited due to university hanging it's face around the corner, I can't describe how each one of you has been influential to me. Each one unique, each one with our own history. Everyone I've known, whether it has been from childbirth to just over a year, it's been one hell of an experience. Friends I've made, stories told, and rocks thrown, it's been just superb. Enough of this, lets get to what I think about you guys.
Alphabetically
Amy Park
Hilarious memories from Gunbound still haunt me. Funny how our friendship started in a game, and continues on to be something good. All the jokes about cows made me smile on sad days and long trips. I remember most importantly your genuine kindness. You were always supportive, and it made me really feel better when I was down. You've really been a long chapter in my life, and I hope it still will continue on. I still remember your voice as it echo'd throughout the church, and how you were never embarassed of yourself. You sang, you shouted, you jumped, you threw rocks at me. You were alive and you were a beacon of happiness. The most important thing that you revealed to me was how to always be happy, and how to keep a smile on even in the face of darkness and evil.
Andrew Bang
Although we were very different people, you were the one who showed me how to look at the world. It was you who showed me that change can happen, and it can be good. That whatever happens, life will turn itself around, that there is hope in living. You showed me how much intelligence and the power of the mind can influence all the events around you. You taught me to be true to myself, and you always humored my wild imaginations. I truly thank you for showing me life as it is, as well as teaching me how to learn things for myself. You were the teacher that presented material and gave me the option to work with it. You've also been there to listen and to understand things. You sometimes gave the simplest answer, and thats all I had needed. You taught me the basics of guitar and got me into playing for the praise team. You got me excited about events, and most importantly, you built a good friendship that will last for a long long time. Good luck on your $6000 teeth.
Christine Yoon
I think the word BFF can sum up everything pretty quickly. One and a half years.... and yet I feel like I've known you for an eternity. I believe destiny brought us together as friends through our weary situations. Our first conversation had tumbleweed and crickets, and yet we managed to get past our horrid differences into a world we both understood. Every moment that I helped you up, and every moment that you picked me up I will remember. We built each other up when times got tough, and we stuck together when times got even tougher. You've shown me the power of prayer, and the power of your dedication to God. You almost never seemed to falter in faith, and you always had a smile and a jump for the Lord. This inspired me so to step up, and to always motivate myself. The diamond is cracking... yet remains everlasting. I'll always be there for you, and no matter what happens, and our friendship I hope will remain strong. Our laughs and jokes, and even smiles were worth every moment. Climbing the rocks to the top for a sunset, a moment of laughter at a funny whale picture, and even a tear shed for times moving, I felt very content with everything. I must regret that we've been falling out of place as of late, with our schedules, trips and events. Yet I know when I look up into the dark night sky, that there is hope; hope that I will still have someone to talk to when I get hit by whatever comes my way. I still can't get over the fact that we had nothing in common, no chance of friendship in sight, and yet everything came together. Destiny has a funny way of showing that anything can happen, and more importantly it can last. BFF, I will always remember.
Daniel Kim
We were born in the same month, same church, same family friends. Bonded together by fate, we have travelled many roads. We've had fun, played through many fads (Magic to Tamagochi to Counter-Strike), and have had many experiences. You've taught me that leading can be done with a bunch of loud kids, that there are right ways and wrong ways to do things. Your presence throughout the years has never faded, and I couldn't have asked for more. Although we have somewhat split our ways due to our lives radically changing for both of us, I can't still help feel the connection of almost being brothers from birth.
Jason Hong
Known since childhood, the hamster boy. Although you were almost never around, the one thing I won't forget is the sense of humor. Frig, I attributed alot of my humor from you. The out of the way boisterous laughing stuff that you do. For some reason all I can remember is that twig you put in your pants pocket that you preserved for 2 years.
Jenn Min
Hilarious how everything is connected. I met you first on Gunbound when I started becoming friends with Amy. Eventually you started coming out, and boy oh boy did things take flight. Although I've been on and off about everything, I really admire your ability to organize and to be prepared. I have not met anyone at your age who could be so fit to be a caregiver. You care alot and you give alot. I'm frequently amazed at the events you plan and the things that you accomplish. I'm saddend that you may have wasted your time on the praiseteam, and if your talents had gone to use in the Events ministry. Your creativy has been inspirational, as well as your weird personality. I still remember your nicknamee, weird jenn and chunky. Those were good times, and I really hope to watch and learn more from all the things that you do. Don't pick your belly button in uni!
Michelle Kim
I believe you were the only girl who actually understood my personality. I believe the best thing about our friendship was the smooth banter. Conversation never dulled, and our crazy personalities would just flow along smoothly. I remember the first time we talked seriously at that fateful winter retreat. There was almost no awkardness of when people first meet. We just talked laughed, and then all of a sudden an alliance was built. The alliance known as... JustChelle. Deadly as it was, it still had it's flaws, like lust for food and sudden cravings for ice-cream, and impulsive shopping. Nonetheless I have really appreciated the time you took to edit my essays, listen to my problems, and eat my food. You kept things interesting, and you kept things going. You showed me how to relax and how to "go crazy" with random laughter. It's that interesting personality you keep hidden under your hat that I have glimpsed. I must say, without you, none of this would have been the same. Trips would have been boring, I would have been skinner, and I wouldn't have met such a good friend. Western calls you to it's crazy residence, and I can only hope you don't dominate your floor. You were a good friend and a good person, two good combinations.
Mike Kim
You've actually been quite influential in my life, in terms of style and attitude. You taught me many things, and to be more specific, alot of things about the opposite sex. Hilarious times, a big ass joker, you were the one that gave me insight on things. That not everything is in the physical world, but there is a mental world that lies beyond all this. That deep thinking and quoting yourself has it's value. From the games that we've played, and the times we threw eggs at that eggtree, we've been there to support our stresses. I believe you're the only guy I've talked to on the phone for more than an hour. I'm just glad that you are staying in Toronto, and that you'll be around to have more fun. You've also given me hope at what I've seen in your 3 year relationship, and moreso some interesting advice. You will always be the cool black friend I have, and the most multicultural son of a bitch I've known.
Scott Kim
I guess there isn't much to say that you already know. Friendships will come and go, but I believe truly that this one is to stay. Through all the shit we went through, and all the fun times we've enjoyed, it's all been building up to something we will have in adulthood. I can definetly say that once we're done University (well maybe not you, 8 years), we'll still be in contact. I must admit, you've been my safeguard through many situations and trials, and you've taught me to pick myself up, and to catch myself. Independence is learned through example, and you proved worthy enough to follow through. Funny how fast life flys, and how long ago it seemed we were at Spring Garden, wreaking havok. I believe you are the only one to have actually helped me give baths to both my cats, which I must say is an arduous task even 6 years later. You've been the rock of any situation, and someone I can depend on at any instant. It is very relieving to see you joking at one minute, and turn stone serious when I bring up an important issue. Always jumping to help, and always showing me alternative paths when times are tough. In one and a half year, it seems we've been through it all, yet there is so much more left. I can imagine our kids being friends, as well as us sharing stories of old times over a fireplace when we grow older. I don't think I could have survived this year without your support and undying courage. It was quite hilarious when you told me that you have insecurities. I mean, what for? Dood, you have morals you'll stake your life on, you'll stand by someone till you die, you have the strength of an ox, the intelligence of an eagle, and the heart of a lion. How does it makes sense that you have insecurities? The only insecurity you should have is deciding what kind of wife to pick out of the denzens that will come crawling to you in the future. I hope to see you again one day at the swings, instead of holding beer, maybe we'll be holding something more important. Past present and future has been just phenominal, and every memory has infused to be something I will cherish for the rest of my life. In queens, I know you'll dominate the football/rugby team, and somehow you'll manage to bench 350. Baller 4 Lyfe.
Vanessa Lee
Tomboy to hunter. I'll be honest, you've taught me how to fear. How to tremble in my shoes, and how to uncontrollably studder. I still remember what you wanted, as you shouted out "CARBON ALUMINUM ARROWS!". In reality, you've always been around at church, and although we haven't had much time to talk, I have really enjoyed the short time that we did have as friends. I remember your obession with pingpong and poker, and many other things. I remember how at first you didn't know how to play poker and pingpong, and then all of a sudden you destroyed all of us within weeks. Even days. Your dedication and amazing resilience has stood out, and you've taught me to be myself. Crazy drummer, amazing archer, you are the craziest person I have ever known in my life. That is the most important thing. You were an example of how to just let go and be yourself.
William Yang
Appreciation. I feel sometimes no one appreciates all the sacrifices you make. William, believe it or not has made the most sacrifices from himself. The most amazing part is, he WON'T admit to his sacrifices. I have to force it out of him, but this guy has taught me selflessness and servitude. He's taught me at least a thousand corny jokes, and has taught me how to support friends. I remember one time where I had a serious conversation with you. Out of all the crazy shit that we did, we only had one serious talk. And when we did, I saw a true side of you. You were insightful and you showed me different sides of every story. I will never forget when you told me that joke...
A square and a triangle and a circle walk into a store....
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