This Is The Day

The Convocation

Yes. It's Esther's turn.

Wilson Hall Of the University of Melbourne is dominated by a striking mural designed by Douglas Annand in collaboration with sculptor Tom Bass . Entitled 'A Search for Truth' the mural depicts a struggle out of primitive ignorance toward knowledge, symbolised by the sun.

The Procession led by the Deputy Chancellor, Ms Rosa Storelli.

This year the Honorary Doctorate Degree was conferred to our very own local boy - Hijjas Bin Kasturi - for his outstanding contribution to architecture in Malaysia . His popular designs include the Securities Commisssion HQ Building, Tabung Haji, KL, Menara Apera-ULG, KL, Menara Maybank, KL and Menara Telekom. Both an entrepreneur and an educationist, being instrumental in establishing MARA's architecture degree programme, he is to be emulated by the aspiring younger generation of architects.

Esther waiting amongst her contemporaries

Soon her turn. In front of her is Zen, whom I think I owe a dinner treat, for his care and tremendous support to Esther in times of need. It's vital to a have a pal who is available for mutual encouragement when away from home.

Esther receiving the certificate - Bachelor of Architectural Studies. It's only the beginning.

There. Congratulations , girl.

The 3 sisters happy for one another.

Michelle came in the nick of time to congratulate her. She was wavering between acknowledging me as 'Aunty' or 'Puan Chong'. Apa pun boleh. Well, tomorrow it's her turn in the University of Monash. Congrats, Michelle.

Esther with her die-hard friends.

The trip was made partly for this. A family photo for the new graduate.

This is indeed the day that the Lord has made.