It was nice to meet old friends. More so when we just recently shared a traumatic work experience together. This gathering of former colleagues was in a sense a "detox" session. The location could not have been better - an oasis in the middle of a concrete jungle! 
Cynthia, our former boss, had just moved into her new home at Pandan Valley. It is a sprawling 6000 sft penthouse, with an alfresco space at the roof top. I knew I could trust Cynthia's taste, and it did not dissappoint at all. As one of us quipped, it's the "Indochine" of apartments. A smart selection of outdoor furniture, open space, wooden deck, rattan blinds, plants, candles and warm lighting - fused holistically to create the tropical paradise. What a perfect ambience for an intimate gathering.
The night was breezy, and we were oblivious to each passing hours. Moving from one topic to another, five hours on the roof top felt like a flash. It was nice to be able to talk uninhibited, and with no trepidation. The good and the bad things about Citi! As they say, get it out of one's system, and move on. There were 6 of us, and each of us had our many own stories to share.
It was only 6 months ago since Cynthia started the exodus. Now all of us are starting a new journey in life. Although none of us know exactly what lies in the horizon, there was a sense of peace in everyone. Despite all the difficult moments in the last few months, this does seem destined to happen for our own good. At the end of it all, it is heart warming to know that I have a group of ex-Citi colleagues that I can called friends.
I have many fond memories, and I count my blessings.
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