Back into the forest

For the past two years, I have spent much of my student life in the lush tropical jungles of Pajam.

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In this remote location, I was forced to eat horrible tasting, badly cooked food.
I learnt to hand wash my own clothing.
I learnt to survive all elements that could possibly be thrown at me.

I fought off plagues of wild insects and huddled in rundown shelter so as to avoid the torrential downpours.
The nights were harsh,hot and humid. Bloodsucking mosquitoes would often come in swarms, relishing the blood of unsuspecting humans. The constant sound of crickets kept us calm as dead silence would have been ominous.

I braved the suffering with a group of other people. Some could not handle the difficult lifestyle in the wild and so were rescued and returned to civilisation. However for those who remained and plodded on, I eventually formed strong bonds of friendship with them.

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And there too, I learnt Biology, Music, Mathematics, Chemistry and a variety of other subjects.

Yes, indeed this remote location bears a name.

Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar


C1 and C2 exams are tomorrow, so wish me luck!