Dear MJR Band

The first half of 2008 has certainly seemed to have zipped by at lightning speed and I am confident to say that this is the best year I have ever had in Manjusri. :> It is indeed a very fruitful year for me and you were very much a part of that.

I would like to use this opportunity to thank you for your diligence and hard work in preparing for the upcoming competition and performances. I hope that even if we were to do badly for the competition - touch wood hahahaha - we must take this as a learning journey as life itself is a journey too or even an adventure! Results must never be measured just by competition alone. As far as I am concerned, what counts most is your own personal growth, satisfaction, enjoyment and even fullfilment in life or music. In my heart you are always my gold band!

If we want to succeed, there is no short cut. Every step still possesses its own rewards. I am sure you have already learned this TRUTH in this very special CCA -- Band.

Thanks.

SIMON FOO