Twenty-three years \u2013a flash in time for some, an eternity for others. For me at the moment, it\u2019s simply my entire living journey -a journey in which I am grateful for all its joy and sorrow, its hardships and pleasure, as well as its passion and madness.<\/p>\n
As the clock hit 00.01 Central European Time on April 8 yesterday, my phones were restless. Calls and text messages from different continents started to pour in. Electronic mailbox also had its share of incoming greetings. Losing a couple hours of good sleep was a very cheap price to pay for embracing thoughtful and kind wishes from dear families and friends.<\/p>\n
It is also because of them that the past years have been filled with countless learning experience -experience that is invaluable and much appreciated. I\u2019ve shared opinions and views with many, laughs and tears with some, and love and devotion with few. All of which I value as they paint my canvas of life with exquisite colors.<\/p>\n
Fellas, I can\u2019t express enough my sincere gratitude to you all for everything. It has been one heck of a ride for the past twenty-three years, and it\u2019s just the beginning. One thing is for sure: if we\u2019re always at each other\u2019s side, then I damn look forward to exploring the years to come!<\/p>\n
Again, my dear friends: thank you.<\/p>\n
Rotterdam, 9 April 2006,<\/p>\n
Michael C.N.C.G. Putrawenas<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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