Nostalgia

On our way to the Jetty this afternoon, EJ and I witnessed our first ever parade here in Maldives. There was a drum and bugle corp and a battalion of high school students marching solemnly. I don't know why but I suddenly got teary eyed. Seeing the students in army and band garb, looking so fierce brought back memories from my high school days.

My high school days had highs and lows. It may not be the best time of my life but definitely it was the most fun! Looking back, I was at my best. You see high school days made me famous (as famous as you can get in a small town, of course). I was a band majorette (contestable) and battalion commander ( i didn't want to) to name a few. I remember, I took my position seriously. I attended all the practice and even practiced some more at home. Everytime there was a parade, I got so nervous and excited at the same time. Of course, I wanted to impress the townspeople. Not only did I dress well but I also performed well. I tried to be sweet and coy when I was a band majorette. And I tried to look ferocious when I was a battalion commander. Hahaha, I don't know why.

This afternoon I saw myself in those wide-eyed and naive students. I laughed fondly at their facial expressions because it suddenly dawned on me that I look exactly like them 12 years ago. So into the role!!Oh, high school days. How sweet.