John and Anna, Jason and Heather, Brian and Ailish (plus friends), Kosta, plus Matt, his wife and myself all crowded into Healy Macs Changkat Bukit Bintang for farewell drinks for me. Sadly my wife could not attend, such is the price of having a newborn in the house, not to mention two other kids! Here is the crowd below:
Changkat (as we call it) has always been the nightspot of choice for our group. My first night out here was way back in 2009 after I split up with my ex, and during my single months, spent many a night here. Actually, once I was with my wife (girlfriend at the time) we also spent many a night here, at least until my little angel appeared in 2012. Since then there have still been numerous gatherings, but nowhere near as many for me as the rest of the group, who still frequent the area as much now as they did then. Here's me with John and Jason:
Clearly I was well on my way by this time. Another shot with Brian below.
Those three guys represent the remaining core group of Avocet guys from the old Penjom days, and I will sorely miss all of them, especially Brian, with whom I share a lot in common. He plans to relocate to Europe at some point, so I am not sure how often I will see him in future, but I hope it is reasonably regularly. Certainly a lot of good memories of fun times shared and great conversations. Same with JR, we have had some great mornings, afternoons and evenings out over the years!
Not a great photo above, but it gives an idea if just what a hotspot Changkat is, especially late at night. There are a few places people go to eat and drink in KL, but Changkat is definitely #1. My life has changed in recent years - for the better too - so I don't get out here as much as I used to, but nevertheless, I will retain fond memories (blurred somewhat!) of the many nights out in this neck of the woods. From AFL games on Saturday afternoons to Ashes tests on any given morning, to 2am hazy drinking sessions at HM's, Gypsy, or the Whiskey Bar, a lot of water has passed under the bridge here, and a lot of tall stories told.
Thank-you my friends, for making this last night out at Changkat so memorable!
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