Cheerful in EWD
- Rabu, 10 September 2008
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On 7th and 8th of September 2008, all of the PBI students had EWD (English Welcoming Days) in Wonogondang Camping Ground. We gathered on 7.30 a.m. in the Mrican Hall. The first activity was singing the EWD jingle and group discussion. After that, there was a "meet-and-talk" section with our lecturers. Well, they introduced themselves and answered our questions patiently. Then we had an expo, which was some explanation about Process (the PBI organization). The first was CODE (the debating community), the second was MAC (Movie Appreciation Club), and the last was Magz (the PBI magazine). I think all of this community is interesting, but I'm still doubt about which organization I want to join.
Well, after having games, dividing tent groups, and practicing yells, at 2.00 p.m. we gathered and had our bags checked. I felt a little bit nervous though I didn't bring anything prohibited. And after the senior who checked my bags didn't find anything suspicious, I finally got relieved. So, after all finished, we left on 2.30 p.m. by trucks. Actually, going by truck was my first experience and some of my friends felt embarrassed about it. Well, it's fun though -standing, shaking, and feeling the natural wind around you. But definitely we didn't really feel comfortable and somewhat we looked like cows, ha ha..
We arrived there approximately on 3.30 p.m. We got some explanation and after that we went to our tent. We were allowed to do our personal activites and I chose not to take a bath for the first day. It doesn't matter because the air was cold and fresh so that I didn't get sweat.
After having our first meal, at 5 p.m. we had yells competition. My group (group 4) performed in the middle and we did our best. After that, there was a modern dancing performance by Exvaganza dancers. They were so attractive and the movements were hot! I think all of the boys gained some energy and not becoming tired anymore. And then, there was a performance by the EEPRO club (PBI theatre) which was exciting and entertaining. Especially when one of our friends was kissed by the seniors. Thus we could feel the shock-atmosphere come up!
At 10.00 p.m. the camp-fire and the talent show began. My group got the lucky number one. I think the other groups also performed some comedy dramas like us. But I couldn't really enjoy the fun that they bring because I felt so sleepy and tired.
The talent show ended on 11.30 p.m. So I slept for less than an hour because on 00.30 a.m. we had to do the tracking. I felt so sleepy, but we all must did it. And unfortunately, my group got the last turn. So we waited for more than two hours and we started our tracking at 03.00 a.m.
The tracking was not too scary because my group started when the sky was not so dark. I think the games were not so challenging; but I enjoyed our long trip, especially when we went to the last post, we had to get our eyes closed by wearing our slayers. I finally didn't feel sleepy anymore because I had to concentrate on my walk and tried not to fall or untouched my hands from my friend's shoulder. After that, we got our right foot washed, and apparently that made me stay awake. So, when our tracking ended at 06.00 a.m. we didn't have any desire to sleep again.
After having snack, at 08.00 a.m. we had an outbond. There were six games and they were so tiring. I think it was not just the most challenging activity but also the most dangerous one because after doing it, my body got some pains and bruised. Most of us got wet and we were forced to take a bath because of it.
After that, we finally had lunch and also an announcement of the competitions' winners. There were "Best GL", "Best Talent Show", "Best Yells", "Best Group", and the "Outbond Champions". Luckily, my group won the "Best Yells". We were surprised but happy of course! And finally, it all finished at 02.00 p.m. Then we cleaned our tent, threw rubbish, and packed our personal things. Actually the trucks came late so we had to wait about one hour.
Well, I think we had fun there! I also know more about PBI and the seniors. In conclusion, EWD is exciting and it should be carried out again next year. Cheer up!
Well, after having games, dividing tent groups, and practicing yells, at 2.00 p.m. we gathered and had our bags checked. I felt a little bit nervous though I didn't bring anything prohibited. And after the senior who checked my bags didn't find anything suspicious, I finally got relieved. So, after all finished, we left on 2.30 p.m. by trucks. Actually, going by truck was my first experience and some of my friends felt embarrassed about it. Well, it's fun though -standing, shaking, and feeling the natural wind around you. But definitely we didn't really feel comfortable and somewhat we looked like cows, ha ha..
We arrived there approximately on 3.30 p.m. We got some explanation and after that we went to our tent. We were allowed to do our personal activites and I chose not to take a bath for the first day. It doesn't matter because the air was cold and fresh so that I didn't get sweat.
After having our first meal, at 5 p.m. we had yells competition. My group (group 4) performed in the middle and we did our best. After that, there was a modern dancing performance by Exvaganza dancers. They were so attractive and the movements were hot! I think all of the boys gained some energy and not becoming tired anymore. And then, there was a performance by the EEPRO club (PBI theatre) which was exciting and entertaining. Especially when one of our friends was kissed by the seniors. Thus we could feel the shock-atmosphere come up!
At 10.00 p.m. the camp-fire and the talent show began. My group got the lucky number one. I think the other groups also performed some comedy dramas like us. But I couldn't really enjoy the fun that they bring because I felt so sleepy and tired.
The talent show ended on 11.30 p.m. So I slept for less than an hour because on 00.30 a.m. we had to do the tracking. I felt so sleepy, but we all must did it. And unfortunately, my group got the last turn. So we waited for more than two hours and we started our tracking at 03.00 a.m.
The tracking was not too scary because my group started when the sky was not so dark. I think the games were not so challenging; but I enjoyed our long trip, especially when we went to the last post, we had to get our eyes closed by wearing our slayers. I finally didn't feel sleepy anymore because I had to concentrate on my walk and tried not to fall or untouched my hands from my friend's shoulder. After that, we got our right foot washed, and apparently that made me stay awake. So, when our tracking ended at 06.00 a.m. we didn't have any desire to sleep again.
After having snack, at 08.00 a.m. we had an outbond. There were six games and they were so tiring. I think it was not just the most challenging activity but also the most dangerous one because after doing it, my body got some pains and bruised. Most of us got wet and we were forced to take a bath because of it.
After that, we finally had lunch and also an announcement of the competitions' winners. There were "Best GL", "Best Talent Show", "Best Yells", "Best Group", and the "Outbond Champions". Luckily, my group won the "Best Yells". We were surprised but happy of course! And finally, it all finished at 02.00 p.m. Then we cleaned our tent, threw rubbish, and packed our personal things. Actually the trucks came late so we had to wait about one hour.
Well, I think we had fun there! I also know more about PBI and the seniors. In conclusion, EWD is exciting and it should be carried out again next year. Cheer up!