observation

Yesterday on the bus home from school, I sat next to this guy who seemed very nerdy and reserved. As soon as he sat down, he took out this thick intelligent-looking book from his bag and began reading. Anyways, it was really noisy on the bus b/c it was filled with a bunch of rowdy high school boys. Pretty soon, it got even louder as the boys started shouting some really disturbing and offensive remarks to this girl (prob from same high school). The bus full of people turned their heads in surprise...including myself. Anyway, this nerdy guy next to me asked the girl being targeted whether they were harassing her. The girl didn't say much as she was trying hard to avoid everyone, probably because she was so embarassed. Now, what surprised me was that this nerdy guy with his books, stood up, turned to the boys at the back and in the most calm and demanding voice that seeks immediate attention, he said "Boys, I want you to stop this at once..." Well he said something else, but I can't remember...oh he also said if they continue shouting and harassing the girl, they will get kicked out of the bus. Within seconds, the bus whole quietened, and Mr. Nerdy-turned-Superhero sat down and resumed reading his book. Now, throughout the rest of the ride home, I kept thinking, how nice it was of him to do what he did, and I wanted to say "Well done, mate!" to him, but he appeared too busy reading his book. I've always admired people who stand up for others during certain circumstances.The truth is, while most passengers on the bus heard how rude the boys were, they weren't the ones being harassed so they did not feel the need to step up and give the boys some spanking despite their behaviours. I really liked how the nerdy guy stood up for someone practically a stranger, without any hesitations...like it was the most normal thing to do (well it is a "normal" thing to do but if you live in a city like Sydney, most ppl would choose to mind their own business and don't give a damn about anyone else) . Anyways, so this is my story from yesterday.

One more assignment to go then my one-week holiday awaits me. Press on. I've been so touched by some friends who have called/written to encouraged and check up on me continuously in the past week when it got really tough...I feel so undeserving of the love and friendships I have....and was reminded of this quote:

To love another person is to see the face of God. - Les Miserables

Enough sappiness...off I go.