Life, Death, and Starcraft 2

alternative title to the post: Hell, its about Time...

Starcraft 2 finally came out. The campaign was epic, graphics were jaw dropping (although i play the game on the lowest settings because my computer is a pile of junk), and the multiplayer is well balanced. Another blizzard epic. In my starcraft- high, i decided to make a little doodle. I wanted to draw a marine, and good old Tychus Findley seemed to the most popular on google images. What an image whore.

About a month ago, early July, a friend of mine passed away along with his brother. As it was a very sudden and tragic death, I had hard time believing it was true. I can't say that we were close friends, but he was always kind, patient and considerate around me. When we first met, there was a slight mutual dislike for each other, but after hanging out every so often, I eventually earned his friendship. The few conversations we ever had were always insightful or humourous and I'm glad and honoured to have known him. As a dancer and artist, he was admired by many, and with his calm and gentle character, it was hard for anyone to dislike him.

There are many more things I'd like to say about Jae, and even more things I would've liked to say to him. The one thing that hit me the hardest about his death was how similar our dreams and aspirations were. Both of us desired a life career in the arts, but found ourselves in situations that made these goals difficult. The last time we talked was during my exam period last year, a moment where I was stressed and very doubtful about my art abilities. We talked about our plans for the future, and he complimented the sketches I posted on this blog, and then encouraged me to continue drawing. Jae I don't think you ever knew this, but if it wasn't for what you said, there's a good chance I would've settled for a different lifestyle.

We weren't the closest of friends, and yet you helped me get through some big milestones in my life. My only regret is that i didn't lend you the same helping hand that you had lent me. Your presence was always a positive one, putting others first, and constantly showing friendship and acting as a role model. I hope you knew that your life made a huge impact to all your friends, and inspired many others. Rather than continuing to mourn your death, I'll celebrate the life you lived.

Rest in peace, Jae and Julian Leung