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The Mother of all Exams

Last night, I was so busy calling my friends who are sitting down today to write the last exam of their life - CSCE, the mother of all exams - one that would either build or destroy their future. I wished all my friends best of luck - they're critically in need of all the luck in the world. Most of them sounded scared and terrified with the thought of it. But I am sure they would do well.  

I envy their opportunity to appear this exam. As a small boy, I would dangle wooden swords around my waist and fancy walking majestically through the courtyard of a dzong but dreams change. Maybe I was not born to wear all those patangs and buramarp. But I am contend with my share of luck.  Life is full of surprises. 

So, to all my friends once again - even if you don't make it, don't worry, but give all your best. That's what counts. If it is not written for us in the first place, no amount of effort can bring us that kind of life. I wish you all the best.

All my Prayers!  

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  1. PaSsuNovember 12, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    by the way why didn't you dare do this "mother of all exam"? Basically it's all about knowing what to write, which you are the king! English!

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  2. Youngten Lempen TharchenNovember 12, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    Same too here man. Yes, life is full of surprises!

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