Twenty eight ex-Josephians (SJS Kuching) including some of their spouses joyfully gathered to welcome Brother Columba last night. The previous gathering was two years ago; but this time round the number was almost double. Impressive!
The reunion venue, recommended by Dr Pierce Chow, was at the Royal China Restaurant, Raffles Hotel Arcade. I wasn't there but I would imagine everyone had a fabulous time reminiscing the good old days with the La Salle Brothers (how the men in white gowns struck fear into us, hahaha!). My sis also told me that Dr Lemmy Teo and Dr Chow helped to decide on the food menu; Song Seng Wun brought along copies of the School Rally with Michael Chin helping to lead in the singing. Michael also invited Brother Columba to fellowship at all the three tables at different times.
Needless to say, no reunion can be complete without the Guest of Honour saying a few words. Brother Columba thanked everyone for the dinner and warm friendship, and mentioned that in a way his visit served as a catalyst for ex-Josephians to get together.
Group pic of the proud "forever" Josephians with the best principal in the world!
Brother Columba saying a few words of appreciation. Just look at the "principal" poise - what a presence! We can never truly appreciate enough how much impact he and the other selfless brothers have made in the lives of many generations of Sarawakians. They were the true educators of our time! From the bottom of our hearts, we say a big "Thank You" to you Brother Columba!
Everyone present signed on this copy of the School Rally. My sis will scan it and email back to them as a souvenir. Ahem, what a eco-friendly way (digitally) to remember the reunion!
Photo credit: Group pic - Dr Lee See Chung; Brother Columba's pic - James Yong.I really look forward to meeting Brother Columba on Jan 17 in Kuching!
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Good job well done
regards
Wong seng Kong
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