By rzc24-nftbbg on Skatehive
Three days ago, we had the 42nd reunion of Paradise National High School Batch 1984. Despite our age, I consider meeting batchmates after forty years a rare privilege, not only because of the bond we made, but also because such a meeting reminds us precious memories we enjoyed when we were still teenagers. Now, that most of us have reached our senior years, it is amazing to witness that age-old leadership and talents are still there. Comparing to previous reunions, I see this past reunion as more vibrant and celebratory, clueless as to the cause of it, or perhaps, I am subjective in my judgement. Nevertheless, seeing the laughter and hearing long-forgotten jokes and stories, make such a gathering memorable and heart-warming. After more than four decades, many of our colleagues already passed away. A few are now stricken by physical deterioration and unwanted trials, which are inescapable painful reality of being alive. At this important event, the social barriers of adolescence have lo