Day 229

According to Ecclesiastes, endings are better than beginnings.

Well, it's definitely easier said than done. I am normally very eager to start something, but I seldom maintain the same enthusiasm in the middle and in finishing it. Same thing applies to relationships. My heart's heavy when it is time to say good bye to people most dear to me.

I first joined On-Air Promotion team in RCTI when I was 21, just several months after my graduation in 2012. I remember feeling quite surprised as I didn't expect to be employed that early. I was grateful for the opportune position.

I did not possess much knowledge nor experience in media field, so I was rather insecure and often questioned my ability to perform well. Good thing there was no pressure in learning. Everyone was kind and understanding. Back then, I have already experienced some mobility issues yet I didn't suspect it was chronic, so I carried on.

At the end of 2013 and throughout 2014, my co-workers witnessed my body slowly getting worse. In fact, one of my major flare ups happened during our promo-shoot at Bunderan HI. Most of my co-workers lent their hands to pick me up and carried me. Shortly after that incident, my doctor gave me the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. Even after knowing I was not in good health, my workmates didn't treat me differently. We've created stronger bond—from co-workers to brothers and sisters. I've spent more than 10 hours per day with them, inside and outside our office. Some of them would come and some would go to pursue different things yet we remain in touch.

What I love about Promo team are the humour, warmth and harmony, which are so evident every day. They should've put 'food and laughter' in our job description because those two are the main components in this workplace. It absolutely feels like home. I mean, look at us! Do we look like colleagues? Ha-ha.

Besides experiences and skills I've gained from three years working as Creative Scriptwriter, I certainly take away the cordial friendship and the precious memories we have created. I realised I wasn't always gracious or kind or fun to have at the office. I hurt some feelings, I said wrong things, and I let some people down. If I could, I would try to make it up and do better. I may no longer spend as much time with them as we used to, but without a doubt, they are irreplaceable. I'll have smile on my face and break into thanksgiving every time they come to my mind.

I am thankful beyond words.