Closure

I realise many of you didn't know about Danny's passing. I apologise for not informing all of you.. you deserved to know as he was your friend too. Just understand that I've had a lot on my mind and so much has been happening at once. I wasn't thinking.. I only called those who Philip specifically asked me to call. It's been a difficult few days and a huge blow to us. Again, I'm sorry to those who I din't inform directly.

Danny's family chose to have his funeral earlier today. It was a bit of a rush because as soon as he was released to his family, they decided to have the funeral straight away instead of waiting. I wouldn't have known had we not been calling his family constantly.

As a result, many were not able to make it. I'm very grateful to Yong who accompanied me to Tutong. Had to rush like crazy and then it took us ages to find the place as we aren't familiar with the area, but eventually we managed to get directions from relatives at the house. And regardless of the fact that we were very late due to the driving round in circles, we made it to the cemetery before the burial.

Although the family opened the casket to say their last goodbyes, I didn't want to look. I want to remember Danny the way he was. The smiley face he always had.. nothing else. He was finally laid to rest, and after a few words with his dad, we left.

It may not have been much but it was very important to me to be there. For myself and on behalf of Puppy. To say my goodbyes and to tell him that although Puppy and Zrin couldn't be there, that we'd come back again to see him soon. As Puppy says, Danny knows well enough about the system to know that they wouldn't be released to see him.

I know you guys abroad are concerned, but don't worry too much. We all just need some time and I'll keep in touch. Be well, it's ok to start healing.

Very few will understand this, but.. Remember the Tapir.