I wouldnt say last week was a happening week. But it will indeed be a week which have brought impact to my life in 2009.
On 3/2/09 Tuesday, we had our 2nd headstart meeting in Alvin’s condo. As usual, some arrived early to have dinner together. We arrived just in time and the meeting got started at 8.35pm. Had a good time with the group discussing about assumptions we had re work, church, lifestyle, relationship, church, marriage, money etc…. Meeting ended at 11.30pm.
On 4/2/09 morning, Wy Pun asked me to check my email and something very shocking took place. One of our team member passed away that very morning. I couldnt believe my eyes and have read the line ‘ Markus Ng, our friend and Headstart member, died this morning.’ for at least 5 times. My hands shivers as i type on my keyboard, my heart sank as I read the line again, i was confused. Didn’t we just talked? He told me he didnt know what’s his dinner as his mum prepared that for him. Why Why Why?
Markus as i remembered the first time i officially meet him in the headstart Intro in Deborah’s house. A guy with not many words, he has a quiet spirit, a humble heart and a sincere smile. During our first meeting in Alvin’s apartment, Markus was the only one who insisted to wash his cutlery after eating. I’ve even forgot to bring mine into the kitchen. He has a servant heart too! Over the few months since i know him, he has repeated the same phrase: “Why so serious lar?” He has always looked at a bigger picture. At this age, i know i have a lot to learn from this young guy. During awkward situation, heĀ never fails to put on his smile.
You will be deeply missed in our meetings, yes we will.
Good night, Markus. Death is a revolving door. We’ll see you on the other side of Paradise. (Extract from Alvin’s email) Till then, we will have another fist bump.