distance makes the heart fonder
i wonder sometimes how anyone could control one's emos, especially at places like the departure hall at changi airport. farewell is difficult, when you have grown so close to that someone over time.

my return to the departure hall last evening brought back memories. when i took a glance at ann's truckload of luggages, they reminded me of those days when i had to leave for australia. saying goodbye to my besties was difficult then, but i held back my tears. perhaps i was looking forward to a new beginning there at aussieland. and yes, indeed, i did have a lot of good memories of that place i used to call home. memories flooded my mind as i saw how her 'ah-ben' lovingly helped her with her luggages and check-in procedures.

as i had to take an early leave to mr pianist's house, i urged ann and ailing to take some pictures together before i left. 'ah-ben' took the camera and we had pictures together. yes, we smiled. why must farewells be sad? i guessed it must have been easier for us to smile, than for 'ah-ben'. the distance will make the heart fonder. i agree.

because of the distance, you had wished you were closer. you treasure the moments together. you look forward to the reunion. you would miss each other till you meet. life continues after she leaves, but you'd always have her in mind wherever you go. no matter how far the distance may be, you can't deny that you would miss her much.
it's no wonder that 'ah-ben' cried.

painful, i hope i never had to face it again. but separations are always part and parcel of life. you never could prevent it. once it's your time to go, you'd have to say goodbye. separations make the heart fonder. we just gota face it. tough.