My joy at receiving a call from him was indescribable because he had practically disappeared and before a pathetic e-mail exchange 2 days ago, the last I seen/heard of him was at the airport on the day I left. I was so happy he’s still alive can?! I know it sounds stupid and you think I’m exaggerating but I kid you not. With Jayson, you can never tell because he has dangerous hobbies and believes in living life on the edge (I shall not disclose details because nowadays the police prowl forums/blogs to make sure nobody makes racists remarks or post recipes for homemade bombs. If I go into the details of the type of activities Jayson participates in and should the police chance upon this little blog of mine, he might get into trouble. Afterall, although I am very very far away, Jayson is still in Singapore).
There was so much to share after almost a month of not talking to each other. We talked about his job, his plans for further studies and my new classmates etc etc...
Anyway, 15 minutes into my conversation with Jayson, I shared with him my “conspiracy theory” behind the actions of a particular organization, he suddenly asked: “Eh, you long time never talk sh*t issit?” (yes, I agree, Jayson’s language needs some fine-tuning. And now I know where my “conspiracy theory” stands with him.)
BUT, he is ABSOLUTELY RIGHT! You see, the people around me will testify to the fact that as intelligent as I may be, as demure as I may appear (actually I’m not..haha.. just that I can do a darn good impression of it), I do sometimes spew nonsense a.k.a. crap (Life is not all serious ok!). This tends to occur on 3 types of occasions:
1) after midnight (aka the bimbo syndrome)
2) in the company of people I feel very comfortable with (some people just bring out the best in you)
3) and when faced with people that I don’t like (superficially I sound like I’m making sense and agreeing with you but if you delve deeper into my tone of voice and observe the slight smirk around the corners of my mouth, you will realize that I’m taking the piss out of you. Fortunately, this does not happen often because it conflicts with my demure appearance)
Well, here in Scotland, I hardly have the opportunity nor the audience to talk crap to. That’s why I’m so grateful for Jayson’s phone call.
We spoke for 29 mins 57 secs. Consider that as 30mins, multiplied by $0.59/min (a middle-range rate offered by one of the phone companies) and we have a $17.70 bill for a single phone call. Jayson said: “I’m spending money on you ok! Even if it’s not obvious…”
Yes, I know.
To show my appreciation, Jayson, I dedicate this blog entry to you and I publicly state that I forgive you for being an opportunist who has twice secretly asked my best friend out, always only when I'm overseas and unable to protect her from you.
Cheers to our friendship, Jayson!
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