It wasn't until I arrived at the venue that I realized there was another group of about 20 students working behind the scenes too. Everyone toiled and pulled through to throw Colin a huge birthday party. Colin and I exchanged looks, touched by the kindness of everyone.

We were in a vast, empty space. On the right were several long tables, adorned with light blue tablecloths. There were a few stools scattered about. Needless to say, it was the dining area.

The air ventilation was better on the left, so three barbecue grills were set up. Flame tongues from the sizzling coals below were charring the sides of lamb shanks, unleashing the decadent aroma into the air. Our mouths already turned watery before the food was ready. To make sure we could eat as soon as possible, everyone volunteered to help out with the grilling. It was so festive.

to enjoy the party.

bowls and plates containing various ingredients. I saw marinated beef, chicken, pork, fish, potatoes, and

a sudden. Perhaps this wasn't Colin's birthday

be it the environment or the food. But once I went to Jesselton College, happy moments from those years kept visiting my

familiar scent was enough to move me to tears. There were times I woke up in the

Lincoln University. I wanted to build a snowman once more, have barbecue in winter, grill meat skewers,

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