Well, asked if there are people whom I hold high regards and respect for. Yea, I do. Many, in fact.

It's just the norm, it's understandable, it's fortunate, that we're able to meet such people in life. Them who offer us guidance in times of need, invaluable advice, anytime, selflessly.

For whom is one, without his parents? They who nurture, who mold, sculpt, make us who we are today. They, whom sometimes play the role of many; of an adult, a companion, of a close friend whom you could trust to confide in, role models in which our footsteps take off from, etc. And often do we not realize it, but : without them, what would become of us? Who, would we be? We grumble, (yeah you do, admit it) about everything, our restricted allowances, our given freedom, their seemingly over harsh treatment, everything we're unsatisfied with. Would anyone, just anyone, do things without reason?

And of everyone, some would be fortunate enough, to meet people, they who are just like you and I. But what they have to offer, what they represent, it's another thing. But most the times it's due to them that we're able to come so far, we're able to tide through hardships, only with their help. Age, it really doesn't play a big difference. Older, more experienced individuals, people of the same age group, mellowed and more mature, they vary. (:

For the help we receive, their wise words of wisdom, their unselfish and selfless kindness, love from your parents, have allowed us to be whom we are today. And are we reciprocative? Have we learnt, over the many years of evolution since the days of the caveman, to appreciate, and be thankful? Have we?

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You can lose to your opponent, but never, do you lose your pride, for it is what that matters. (: (Translated a little from Chinese, Hokkien and English. Meanings don't change. True, right?)

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what a cheery skin. (: