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The following report is published with the consent from the birthday girl Justina and the secretary Chau Wang.

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Secretary’s Report on Justina’s Birthday Celebration
5th May 2007

Friday night was rainy and windy, yet an enjoyable and memorable night, when all of the MISU members celebrated birthday of Miss Justina Teh the very blessed person, in common room of Farrer Hall, Monash Residential Services. A total of 14 people turned up on the celebration, making the celebration great and awesome.

The celebration kicked off with entering of Miss Justina, being escorted by Mr. Khoo Shea Chuen, at 11.45pm. Prior to their arrival, all 12 of the guests had switched off the light, dwelling themselves in the very darkness of common room, much resembling a bunch of preys that were
hiding and waiting patiently for the appearance of the very innocent victim. As soon as they entered, the light was on and the very classic song of wishing “Happy Birthday to You” was sung. It seemed that the effort was paid, with a great surprise impacting on Miss Justina. Continuous glaring flash of camera, loud yet warm cheering and wishing of the people, together with the company of the very important person of hers, accounted for the sweet and blissful smile shown by her.

The celebration was smoothly brought to the next agenda, where the topical fruit cake was presented to her. Right beneath the stars of hope, a mysterious wish was made silently, followed by a small yet energetic blow of the candles by her. Since teasing the blessed person during the celebration was the main theme of the celebration, guests had requested Miss Justina together with Mr. Khoo, to take out the candles using their mouths. An unexpected cooperation had been shown by them, and the very wonderful moment of the physical contact occurred during the process had been captured by the professional photographers. The cake was cut and distributed to all the guests, according to the decreasing order of the age of the guests.

The “Words of Swear” which was prepared prior to the celebration, was then proclaimed by both of them. “I, Khoo Shea Chuen, and Justina Teh, do swear to be by each other’s side from now on, for richer and poorer, in sickness and in health” might be something to be expected, but was found to be inappropriate. Hence, the “Words of Swear” was replaced by something short yet meaningful, and was proclaimed by the very shy lady followed by the very ecstasy and humorous gentleman. Once again, the guests broke into rapturous applause and cheering.

The three presents were handled formally to Miss Justina, by Mr. Calvin Woon, Miss Huong Yu Wan and I. The well and special designed birthday card was presented to her by Mr. Daniel Lau the youngest guest, representing the rest. Being overwhelmed by appreciation and gratitude, Miss Justina expressed her sweetest ever smile of thanks and glaring tears could be seen on the edge of her eyes.

The love songs performed by them, as requested by the guests, accompanied the end of the celebration at 1.15 am.

I would like to say at this time a few personal thank you to all of those who have given their biggest effort in bringing the celebration to the greatest success.

To MISU May Birthday Celebration Committee members, thanks for all the hard work in organizing the celebration.

To Mr. Khoo Shea Chuen, I would like to say thank you for showing your eagerness and cooperation to celebrate the birthday of your significant other. The celebration will not be able to proceed without you leading Miss Justina to the venue of celebration.

To Mr. Daniel Lau, thanks for your willingness to provide transportation for us. You have contributed your very precious time to pick us to Clayton town. Besides, you have given us the opportunity to play mahjong prior to the celebration. Without you, the celebration will not be such successful.

To Miss Huong Yu Wan, thanks for designing the birthday card, preparing the present and the cake. The card was really awesome and I guess many people might have been envy to Justina who can own the very wonderful card designed by you.

To Miss Ho Yun Ying and Miss Saw Chean Ying, I have appreciated you for representing all of us in preparing the present for Miss Justina. The present was really nice chosen.

To Mr. Lee Chin Yen, thanks for your suggestion in making the Farrer Hall common room as the venue of celebration. Thank you for permitting us to enter the Farrer Hall area as well.

To Mr. Goh Cheng Khoon, I have appreciated you for being such a nice emcee of the party. Without you, the celebration will not be as joyous and enjoyable.

To Mr. Calvin Woon, Miss Jessica Tan and others who have brought their cameras to the celebration, thanks for being our professional photographers by snatching pictures and recording the wonderful moment of that night.

To Miss Ang Yeu Sheng, thank you for preparing the “Words of Swear”. They were really meaningful and by your contribution, the celebration was able to be brought to the peak.

To anyone who I may have inadvertently left out, please accept this as my thanks for your effort in preparing and making the event success. It’s always hard to think of everyone because we have so many who do so much.

Last but not least, to all the guests: Mr. Chin Yen Lee, Mr. Calvin Woon, Mr. Goh Cheng Khoon, Mr. Khoo Shea Chuen, Mr. Daniel Lau, Mr. Adriel, Miss Ang Nooi Hoay, Miss Huong Yu Wan, Miss Ang Yeu Sheng, Miss Saw Chean Ying, Miss Ho Yun Ying, and Miss Jessica Tan, thanks for attending the celebration and making it such a happening night.

I am looking forward to another memorable celebration full of joy and enthusiasm.

Ng Chau Wang
Secretary
May Birthday Celebration Committee 2007