hurry down the chimney.

Say hello to my little friend.

sweeter when shared.

Just so we're clear - you're the one that called it quits and decided to cut ties between us.

I'm just following through with your plan.

so what does it all mean?

One step closer.

when you can live forever.

And it's the little things I see in my everyday life that make me happy - like a silver volvo or a shiny red apple.

I'm still not over it.

how did we get here?

I must admit that I'm quite superstitious about birthday presents. I refrain myself from opening presents before my actual birthday simply because I was brought up that way.

Last night I broke my (almost) seventeen year upbringing.

And I must say, I have never received a gift that had so much thought, love and care put into it.

She gave me a wishing well.

"I know about the rough year you've had, and I just hope your seventeenth will bring better times".

I'm not quite certain if it stands more as a reminder of a bitter year or more of a reminder to not lose faith, even when it seems like the worst has come upon you.

As for now, it is a pretty little pendant hanging on a gold chain around my neck; proof that friendships can withstand the test of time.

Thank you, Berlin Liew.