Not many people that I hang out with very often would know them. In fact, I myself don't even know David and was not fortunate enough to even have a word with him. Dolly, was a very close friend of mine. The reason why it's in past tense is because, well.. the last time I saw her was on my wedding day in year 2004. Don't know why, we just never got around to catch up with each other much. Although I told myself and already confirmed with her that I would attend her wedding dinner some time ago, I found myself comtemplating if I should really go just earlier in the afternoon. 3 reasons for the comtemplation: 1) I had to go alone and wasn't sure if I'd know anybody there 2) Jln Bukit Bintang was closed for some CNY celebration and I had to use another alternative road which I was not familiar with 3) I don't know what to wear - the clothes I had before I got married or had Thea was too tight; the clothes I had after I had Thea was too loose and I didn't have time to go shopping for a new gown/formal dress.
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At the end, I decided that I should go, for only one reason: Dolly.
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I put on my Roxy tube and jeans and wrapped my neck around with an AirAsia scraf that hubby bought me months ago. I looked semi-formal. Erm, actually I think casual was more like it. But I figured that it was my presence that mattered; and I was comfortable in such clothes for today anyway, so I attended the wedding dinner wearing just that.
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When I got into KL through Jln Sungai Besi, I was quite sure that I wasn't familiar in how to get to Westin due to the road closure. I listened carefully for the Angels' guidance and observed my surroundings for any road turning into Ritz Carlton from Jln Imbi, as Dolly instructed via SMS. And of course, it took me additional turns after I missed the turning into Ritz Carlton to get to Westin. Anyhow, I found my way and decided to park at the valet since I was alone.
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As I stepped out of the lift and into the Grand Ballroom area, I was nothing but surprised! Most of the guests were familiar faces! Mark, Marilyn, Gary & his wife, Purdee, Laticia, Jyh Hoe, Tien Sim, Mun Chuan, HanVi, Yiu Lin and some others. It was amazing - they were either friends I knew from swimming, from Sri KL, from college or from Melbourne! Although time did not permit me to catch up sufficiently with each and everyone of them, but certainly it felt so good to see them once again!
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I chatted the most with Marilyn and Gary because they were seated right next to me at the same table. I loved their company! Well, actually I think I would have loved the company of all the old friends that I'd met tonight if I had the chance to just sit down to chat with them too but since the closest was Gary and Marilyn, I guess that'll have to do for now! ;p It was a great catching up session nevertheless!
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A little bit about the dinner: It was great! It was truly modern and fun. Lots of laugters and jokes came from the couple's friends, relatives and they themselves. Have you ever heard a groom say this, "I would like to thank my parents for raising such a fine young man like me."? hahaha... his speech was awesomely funny and heartwarming! I loved it! The video of their ceremony, and their growing up years and years spent together pak-tor-ing was also tastefully done. It was indeed a memorable night!
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I got back about 1:30am, with hubby waiting for me while getting ready to watch a football match on astro. After I showered and while seated on my faithful massage chair, I told hubby that if I am to start attending wedding or formal functions, I should really start buying nice gowns since the old ones don't really fit and I shouldn't buy those that flare 'cause they make me look fat and pregnant (because I have pretty broad shoulders). Hahaha... another fine excuse to shop! Luckily, he agreed. :)
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So, who wants to go shopping with me next? ;D
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Thank you, dear Dolly, for remembering to include me in your special event. For that has not only given me an opportunity to witness an important mark in your journey of life but also brought me back to a circle of old friends whom I nearly forgot that I had. I wish you and David love, happiness and respect in your journey together.
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Be loved, for you are loved. :)
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