2nd Session

Anticipating another fulfilling experience, a few of us, with the leadership of Kim Leng, met up to finalize plans for the session on 10 February. It was concluded that there would be two games lined up for the evening.

The first game was a food tasting game where the teams were given a spectrum of food to taste, albeit with their eyes closed. The teams had to guess the type and brand of the food. The game proved too easy for the boys and our volunteers who could instantly decipher the nature of the food. Seeing the uplifting mood, we proceeded to the next game.

The second game required extensive memory work coupled with teamwork. The boys and volunteers had 3 minutes to scrutinize pictures that were pasted on the walls. The pictures were then taken down and questions were given to the various groups. Amidst excitement and laughter, the game came to an end. The results were extraordinarily. Certainly, we were pleased to show the boys that with teamwork and pride, even seemingly daunting tasks can be accomplished with ease. It was also a relief to see the volunteers interacting with each other, fostering bonds that we will all look back with glee.

It was a bit disappointing that the turn up rate for the boys was low initially yet the enthusiasm of our peers and the prevailing boys served as a major encouragment.

Looking at the crystalization of the game plan on the day itself and how the teams achieved spectacular results, I was once again assured of the words of Emerson that I hold on dearly in my heart. To end this post, I would like to share with you the quote and hopefully it finds resonance in you: "If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; that is where they should be. Now lay the foundation".

I look forward to more enriching sessions to come.

Natalie Han