According to wikipedia Growth refers to an increase in some quantity over time.Be it physical or abstract.
Maturity,however,has multiple meanings.
Sexual maturity, the stage when an organism can reproduce, though it is distinct from adulthood Mature technology, a term indicating that a technology has been in use and development for long enough that most of its initial problems have been overcome Maturity (geology), a geological term describing rock, source rock, and hydrocarbon generation Maturity (sedimentology), a geological term describing the proximity of a sedimentary deposit from its source Maturity (finance), a financial term indicating the final date for payment of principal and interest Capability Maturity Model, a software engineering term indicating to which extent it is planned how to do things when developing, testing, documenting, maintaining software etc. See also software development process. Maturity (psychological), a term in developmental psychology to indicate that a person responds to the circumstances or environment in an appropriate manner What I was looking for was actually the last meaning.How many of you can actually say that you’ve truly matured?I can’t, that’s for sure.See,if I were already at a high level of maturity,I’d be able to “respond” appropriately to certain events or circumstances.For instance, I still find myself disappointed when my best friends do things without telling me;things that they know,I’d be devastated if I were to find out.If I were matured I’d simply feel nothing because I would already have this fact soldered into my brain:no matter how strong your bond is with people,you cannot control what they do,who they choose to do it with and how they feel towards you.Another example,I STILL find myself reminiscing over form 3 memories because I find them the most interesting of events in my life.I also still always remember her,even though I tell myself not to.I still find myself saddened by the fact that she loved him,even though I gave her all I had.A matured person would just move on with his life,because chasing phantoms,get you nowhere =).
Growth however is a totally different story.I could say,”I’ve grown 3 centimetres this year!YAY!”or “After 4 months of intense training,I have grown stroooooong!”
…..or the occasional ‘men’s locker-room chat’
Dan:Woah dude yours is huge!
Bob:Meh,I’m pretty sure it’s the same size as last week.
Dan:No man it certainly HAS GROWN BIGGER!I mean seriously that is HUMONGOUS!
Bob:Now that you’ve mentioned it,I think you’re right.
Dan: Duuuuh.Man that looks tasty…
Bob:You want some?I can’t finish it on my own
Dan:Thanks man!I’d love some of your…
SANDWICH,what were you guys thinking of!!!??(Lame I know,but I try to be funny every now and then =) )
Anyway it’s pretty darn clear that maturity and growth are two different things.Growth has helped me overcome many things in 2010 and the years before it.
I have grown from a small kid who used to say “Eeeee,you like herr!!” to a teenager who says “Ahh I see,so you have a crush on her.Go for it man,you have my support all the way!”.I have grown from chasing someone who doesn’t love me, to finding for someone who accepts me for who I am.I have grown from a hateful person to a less hateful one hahaha.And many more ‘growths’,which will probably bore you people reading this,but try listing down yours.You’ll be amazed 
I’d like to thank these people,for helping me grow.For helping me getting a liiiiittttlleeee bit more matured.(Just a little =p,I’m still just a kid/manchild/teenager).Thanks guys,for making 2010,a great year for me.P/s:IM REALLY FORGETFUL SO PLEASE SMS ME OR SEND ME A MESSAGE ON MSN IF I FORGOT ANY OF YOU!SORREEEEEH
Mohamed Addin Azhan-you showed me that there is always hope,no matter how grave things seem.You’re a great friend and an extremely talented artist.Although we have parted ways,you’re a person I’ll always remember.My highschool days were memorable thanks to the memories we had.And though we will eventually move on with our lives,the bond the four of us shared will always be cherished and kept deep inside my heart.I pray that your kindness reaches another person who needs it and that you’ll never change.
Khoo Yin Yin-you showed me that strength isn’t shown only on the outside but also on the inside.You’re a fun person to be with and of course a great friend(P/s:Your obsession with koreans is scary =p).Although we have parted ways,I will always remember your courage and the hardship you’ve been through.The memories we had together will always stay in me,no matter what happens.And though we will eventually move on with our lives,the bond the four of us shared will always be cherished and kept deep inside my heart .I pray that your high intellect gets you where you want to be and that you’ll always be happy.
Mayure Selvathevan-you showed me that we have to stand by our beliefs even if people don’t.You’re an original person and a great friend.Although we have parted ways,I will always remember you for the strong person you are and your unwavering belief.The memories we had are priceless..And though we will eventually move on with our lives,the bond the four of us shared will always be cherished and kept deep inside my heart.I pray that you meet ‘him’ someday.
Choo Wei Tse-you showed me that no matter how useless a person is,he still has a chance to succeed.You’re an awesome friend and a great neighbour.Although we have parted ways,I will always remember disturbing you during class and our little chats.I pray that you will succeed and meet someone worthy of your compassion someday.
Mohamed Arif-you showed me that humility is a must,no matter how talented one is.You’re an extremely talented buggar and a great person to talk to.Although we have parted ways,I will always remember having little arguments and random moments with you.I pray you find happiness with an awesome girl someday.
Ungku Shahkhalidah-you showed me that one doesn’t have to be romantically involved to love a person of the opposite gender.You’re a really happy person who loves to smile.Although we have parted ways,I will always remember the day I tore your jeans =p.I pray you will stay happy with him forever.
Marlene Raphael-you showed me that determination and willpower enable people to overcome anything.You’re a great person and someone I love to talk to.Although we have parted ways,I will always remember you for the awesome human being you are(and coz you’re a vegetarian =p) and the memories we had being the only form fours in ELS.I pray that you will achieve your goals,get the figure you want and succeed in life.
Tan Lee Kiong-you showed me that if your method of doing things is for the best,then carry on even without the support of others.You’re a person who people find hard to understand.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for your strategies.I pray that you will someday find a unit that follows your exact plans =).
Siti Sarah Shamsul-you showed me that even in the modern age, our religion does not block progress.You’re a pretty complex person but also a very kind one.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for your stories and advice.I pray that you will succeed and someday change their impression of them towards us.
Darshan Kanagasingam-you showed me that keeping a squad chirpy,requires excellent leadership.You’re a fun person and good friend.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for the good times we shared.I pray that you guys stay together and that we’ll someday be able to work together on an artistic piece.
Nisha Nair-you showed me that even that music can connect people;regardless of race or religion.You’re a hard person to understand but you’re a good person none the less.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for the musical talent you have.I pray that things between you and him will get better.
Chia Lun-you showed me that geniuses aren’t born,they’re shaped by hardwork and discipline.You’re a very hardworking person and someone I really respect.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for the all-rounder-ness you had.I pray that we can work hand in hand one day and that you will succeed.
Hadi Hamizan-you showed me that the best of laughs come from original people.You’re a fun person,someone I like to be with.Although we have parted ways,I’ll always remember you for the form 1 memories we had together.I pray that you will succeed and be happy in life.
I’d also like to take this chance to apologise for my wrong-doings or evil deeds.Sometimes I really don’t realize it.Mintak maaf,ampun banyak-banyak.
Thanks for reading,till then~
-WAZ-
