She has been a wonderful friend for over 13 years... gosh, suddenly that number looks like a looooooong time. I thought only my parents talk about friends for over 10 years... now, I am in that league, haha!
She's always been there, cheering and supporting me over all these years. I remember once when I called her up to ask her out for coffee out of the blue and we went to some Big Apple cafe at Coronation Plaza.... We just sat there and chilled out and I said I just wanted to find someone whom I can be totally comfortable with, and no need to pretend or make small talk, or even explain why I did what I did, to have coffee with... (think that was a time of lamentation)
She is one friend who loves me more than I know, and from how she wants attention from me, how she is protective over me, asking me difficult questions at times.... I know I mean a lot to her....
Ok, if I don't mention about Dong, think she will surely call me to whine as well. This is a woman who is out of this world as well. She is hilarious, blur, "I" (she knows what that means), P, C (she says)... She's another 13-yr-old friend... We have had great times together as well.... It means a lot to me when I received a sms from her 2 weeks back, telling me how happy she was for me that I have found my love...
Thanks friends, you girls are special and precious to me and I really thank God and appreciate your unique friendships....
*hugz*
Monday, June 25, 2007
Friday, June 22, 2007
piano | Gerald | melted
19th June 07 (Tue)
(WARNING: This content may cause a hair-raising experience, so read it at your own risk.)
Tonight was simply memorable... I have never been so touched (in my life) before... And if this surprises you, trust me - it totally bowled me over.
Gerald & I went to watch a jazz concert by Jeremy Montiero @ the Esplanade. After that, we decided to have dinner at Prego's - one of my favourite restaurants...
We sat down, ordered our food and chatted... then out of the blue, he said something about the piano in the middle of the restaurant, stood up and walked away.... I was quite puzzle and surprised... the next thing I knew, he opened up the grand piano and started playing on it....and man, I was totally shocked and my jaw dropped (literally). He played a love song and it was awesome... I can't even use words to describe how I felt; i could feel love from every note he played...
One of the servers came over and asked me what the occassion was, and the answer was simply, "there is no occassion". And even he said he played beautifully...
He finished the song (while I was totally dazed) and some patrons clapped... and he returned, shy. And all I could do was to stare at him, (jaw still dropped) and was still in the state of disbelief... it is so out of his (shy and reserved) character to do something so bold; even I won't have the guts to do it ok! And he simply said, "I played that for you..."
ok ok, now, close YOUR mouth now, my friends.... yes... that's the Gerald you guys never knew, and I am honored that he thinks the world of me.
That incident made me just revel in that and bask in his love for the next few days... So, like i said, this may be hair-raising for you... but for me, it meant SO much..... it's more than the song he played... it's really the love that spurred him to do something so outrageous...
God, thank You for sending Gerald into my life - everything happened in Your timing and only when You will for it to happen.
(Oh, I didn't mention about the 2nd bunch of flowers last week, and all the other amazing things he is and has done)
(WARNING: This content may cause a hair-raising experience, so read it at your own risk.)
Tonight was simply memorable... I have never been so touched (in my life) before... And if this surprises you, trust me - it totally bowled me over.
Gerald & I went to watch a jazz concert by Jeremy Montiero @ the Esplanade. After that, we decided to have dinner at Prego's - one of my favourite restaurants...
We sat down, ordered our food and chatted... then out of the blue, he said something about the piano in the middle of the restaurant, stood up and walked away.... I was quite puzzle and surprised... the next thing I knew, he opened up the grand piano and started playing on it....and man, I was totally shocked and my jaw dropped (literally). He played a love song and it was awesome... I can't even use words to describe how I felt; i could feel love from every note he played...
One of the servers came over and asked me what the occassion was, and the answer was simply, "there is no occassion". And even he said he played beautifully...
He finished the song (while I was totally dazed) and some patrons clapped... and he returned, shy. And all I could do was to stare at him, (jaw still dropped) and was still in the state of disbelief... it is so out of his (shy and reserved) character to do something so bold; even I won't have the guts to do it ok! And he simply said, "I played that for you..."
ok ok, now, close YOUR mouth now, my friends.... yes... that's the Gerald you guys never knew, and I am honored that he thinks the world of me.
That incident made me just revel in that and bask in his love for the next few days... So, like i said, this may be hair-raising for you... but for me, it meant SO much..... it's more than the song he played... it's really the love that spurred him to do something so outrageous...
God, thank You for sending Gerald into my life - everything happened in Your timing and only when You will for it to happen.
(Oh, I didn't mention about the 2nd bunch of flowers last week, and all the other amazing things he is and has done)
Sunday, June 10, 2007
sharing of good news...
I would like to thank God, my parents, my CG-mates, all my fans, oops, friends... Hahaha! Well, the Good News is that: Jesus Loves YOU and He is ALIVE!!!
The good news (note:small caps) is: emma is in LuRve... (*blush blush*) Don't know how else to put it except in the most direct way. Most of you would have heard about it.. and "thanks" for spreading it for us. If only you guys would spread the Good News as quickly, many other people will go to Heaven =). Thanks to all who rejoice with us and congratulate us (him).
The other good news of course, is ONE WEEK DOWN for school!!! I have only ONE more week to go!!! Thank You God for sustaining me till now... like Ps Jeff said, I thought I was crazy to even enroll for this Masters course, and I am his friend who thinks studying even for 3 minutes is torture. My middle Name is "PLAY" for your information. This final module is kinda bitter-sweet. On one hand, I am GRADUATING!! On the other hand, I am gonna miss my classmates and all the great and fun times we spend together, slogging complaining, and playing! SO here's a TOAST to MWM Class of 2006: You guys ROCK!!
Tomorrow is Monday... this week is church camp and I am gonna miss a big part of it cos of Module 5... SIGH... u can already feel the pain in me (that I can't be there for the whole camp)... told u my middle name is PLAY. So, for all you guys who are going for "Building a Prevailing Generation" Camp, watch out for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in your lives! (Don't say I didn't warn u!)
Have loads of fun in Malacca!
The good news (note:small caps) is: emma is in LuRve... (*blush blush*) Don't know how else to put it except in the most direct way. Most of you would have heard about it.. and "thanks" for spreading it for us. If only you guys would spread the Good News as quickly, many other people will go to Heaven =). Thanks to all who rejoice with us and congratulate us (him).
The other good news of course, is ONE WEEK DOWN for school!!! I have only ONE more week to go!!! Thank You God for sustaining me till now... like Ps Jeff said, I thought I was crazy to even enroll for this Masters course, and I am his friend who thinks studying even for 3 minutes is torture. My middle Name is "PLAY" for your information. This final module is kinda bitter-sweet. On one hand, I am GRADUATING!! On the other hand, I am gonna miss my classmates and all the great and fun times we spend together, slogging complaining, and playing! SO here's a TOAST to MWM Class of 2006: You guys ROCK!!
Tomorrow is Monday... this week is church camp and I am gonna miss a big part of it cos of Module 5... SIGH... u can already feel the pain in me (that I can't be there for the whole camp)... told u my middle name is PLAY. So, for all you guys who are going for "Building a Prevailing Generation" Camp, watch out for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in your lives! (Don't say I didn't warn u!)
Have loads of fun in Malacca!
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Flowers & Module 5...
Started Module 5 yesterday... It's wonderful to see my classmates again... ended the day with such a wonderful surprise... someone came to my school and brought with him a bunch of flowers... I was talking with my classmates while waiting for him... and when he came, he actually whipped out that bunch of flowers and gave it to me (in front of some of my classmates)... it was SO SWEET... he was a little embarrassed about it, I was a lil' shy (ok, be surprised.. I DO get shy).
For those of you who are shocked at this gesture, I am here to verify that Gerald is very very sweet, just that he doesn't show it to just anyone ;)
Will just share this lil' (more juicy) part with you guys... I'll save the rest for myself... (",)
Today is Day 2 of Module 5, got homework to hand in today already... 2 more weeks to go!
For those of you who are shocked at this gesture, I am here to verify that Gerald is very very sweet, just that he doesn't show it to just anyone ;)
Will just share this lil' (more juicy) part with you guys... I'll save the rest for myself... (",)
Today is Day 2 of Module 5, got homework to hand in today already... 2 more weeks to go!
Saturday, May 19, 2007
ASP (AsS Pain) KILLS...
Advanced Study Project (ASP) - that's what it is.. but Grant, my witty classmate so aptly termed it "AsS Pain". Having to write this paper of 30 pages as part of my course in order to graduate is really a PAIN. It's really torturous to spend Saturdays in the school library trying to write and squeeze words out to fill the pages. Saturdays are sacred - you are supposed to relax, chill-out, bring nephews out, you know what I am talking about... but instead, here I am in the library, suffering... this is the view I see every Saturday from where I sit in the library:
Like I told my friend, this is a cross I have to carry... Oh God, give me the grace (and words) to complete it...
Like I told my friend, this is a cross I have to carry... Oh God, give me the grace (and words) to complete it...
Sunday, May 13, 2007
the drudgery of life...
A wonderful brother gave me this CD today. It started with a song he blue-toothed to me, and then he passed me the CD. I listened to it today and the songs just seem to melt away all those drudgery, weariness, those edgy-ness, those dreadfulness... Man, the word is "therapeutic". Thank God for creating such beautiful music...
Tomorrow's another week... I am still not well, still stuck with the sickening flu and blocked nose... both my nephews are sick too; the small one was running a fever just now... poor baby, check him out with the fever-pad:
SO CUTE right??!! Now, that's something else that melts away the drudgery of my days...
Oh God, pls melt away the drudgery... only You can be my Ultimate source of Joy... fill me with You, Your Joy...
"and because He lives, I can face tomorrow.... because He lives, all fear is gone... because I know, I know, He holds the future... and life is worth the living, just because He lives...."
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Shau En turns ONE today and Ecclesiastes...
Today is my younger nephew's actual birthday, and he turns ONE today... we had a mini, simple, cosy family celebration after dinner at home just now.... will upload the pics when my sister downloads them...
Been feeling kinda pensive recently... can't really put a finger to the exact emotion. Perhaps it is a mix of anxiety cos' of ASP, cos' of the events, activities, responsibilites lined up till' like Sept... maybe it is the doldrums of work... maybe it is the angst that I want to spend much more time having fun and chilling out with friends,
(Chilling out with WAMers...)
(WAM retreat @ Kukup)
and enjoying life... Alas, the realities of life are real things that we have to grapple with...
And at times, I catch myself reminiscing those idlic Swiss-Lala-Land days... here's some for the reminiscence...
Mr Just-Cavalli-Toby & I:
Ms Vietnam-Ha & I:
Well, life is what you make out of it... when you are at it, get the most out of it and enjoy it through and through. Afterall, God wants us to enjoy what He has given us - friends, good food, fellowship, Him. But above all, fear Him and Love Him is the most important of it all....
"Seize life! Eat bread with gusto,
Drink wine with a robust heart.
Oh yes—God takes pleasure in your pleasure!
Dress festively every morning.
Don't skimp on colors and scarves.
Relish life with the spouse you love
Each and every day of your precarious life.
Each day is God's gift. It's all you get in exchange
For the hard work of staying alive.
Make the most of each one!
Whatever turns up, grab it and do it. And heartily!
This is your last and only chance at it,
For there's neither work to do nor thoughts to think
In the company of the dead, where you're most certainly headed."
(Book of Ecclesiastes, Chapter 9, verses 7-10)
The last and final word is this:
Fear God.
Do what he tells you.
I guess when we put things into perspective, life IS Great.
Been feeling kinda pensive recently... can't really put a finger to the exact emotion. Perhaps it is a mix of anxiety cos' of ASP, cos' of the events, activities, responsibilites lined up till' like Sept... maybe it is the doldrums of work... maybe it is the angst that I want to spend much more time having fun and chilling out with friends,
(Chilling out with WAMers...)
(WAM retreat @ Kukup)
and enjoying life... Alas, the realities of life are real things that we have to grapple with...
And at times, I catch myself reminiscing those idlic Swiss-Lala-Land days... here's some for the reminiscence...
Mr Just-Cavalli-Toby & I:
Ms Vietnam-Ha & I:
Well, life is what you make out of it... when you are at it, get the most out of it and enjoy it through and through. Afterall, God wants us to enjoy what He has given us - friends, good food, fellowship, Him. But above all, fear Him and Love Him is the most important of it all....
"Seize life! Eat bread with gusto,
Drink wine with a robust heart.
Oh yes—God takes pleasure in your pleasure!
Dress festively every morning.
Don't skimp on colors and scarves.
Relish life with the spouse you love
Each and every day of your precarious life.
Each day is God's gift. It's all you get in exchange
For the hard work of staying alive.
Make the most of each one!
Whatever turns up, grab it and do it. And heartily!
This is your last and only chance at it,
For there's neither work to do nor thoughts to think
In the company of the dead, where you're most certainly headed."
(Book of Ecclesiastes, Chapter 9, verses 7-10)
The last and final word is this:
Fear God.
Do what he tells you.
I guess when we put things into perspective, life IS Great.
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Cars Galore on May Day!
Had a party at home yesterday to celebrate my nephew Shau En's birthday. And my uncle drove his latest toy to my place for us to ogle at - the FERRARI. Man, is it roaring! He took me on a spin around my place... it was exhilarating indeed!
My dad also got his new toy! It's really a Beauty...
Went to join my CG for dessert at night and we had a laughing good time, as usual! I really LOVE hanging out with them. With them, there is no need to impress, no need to upkeep any image. I can go and hang out with them in anyway, and the bond and love is there... now, that is definitely NOT shallow and I thank God for this Agape Love bound by Him.
Here's one for you WAMers, remember those unforgettable Malacca times...?
Well, today's a slow day... took leave to go to the hospital with Mum, and then there was some miscommunication... sigh, let's not talk about that... anyway, spent the day resting, and doing stuffs... but not what I was really supposed to do, like the dreaded ASP (advanced study project). The mention of those 3 letters makes me SO uneasy... it's synonymous to TORTURE. Tomorrow's Thursday, back to work... why must we work...????
My dad also got his new toy! It's really a Beauty...
Went to join my CG for dessert at night and we had a laughing good time, as usual! I really LOVE hanging out with them. With them, there is no need to impress, no need to upkeep any image. I can go and hang out with them in anyway, and the bond and love is there... now, that is definitely NOT shallow and I thank God for this Agape Love bound by Him.
Here's one for you WAMers, remember those unforgettable Malacca times...?
Well, today's a slow day... took leave to go to the hospital with Mum, and then there was some miscommunication... sigh, let's not talk about that... anyway, spent the day resting, and doing stuffs... but not what I was really supposed to do, like the dreaded ASP (advanced study project). The mention of those 3 letters makes me SO uneasy... it's synonymous to TORTURE. Tomorrow's Thursday, back to work... why must we work...????
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Dreaded Saturday...
Just came back from Taipei... It's about 12.39a now and I am rather anxious about tomorrow and my ASP and my lofty lose-weight plans.... GOSH, I committed to devote my Saturdays since I returned from Module 4 (Swiss module), to do my ASP, and I have been doing that for the past 2 Saturdays! But alas, not a word has been penned.... That fact just kills me man! And tomorrow, I have a lunch with a client, cos he is coming to Singapore, and then there is dad's birthday dinner, and it's 12:43am NOW!!! I don't think I have the energy to wake up bright and early and chirpily go to school to try to start on my ASP and then go for lunch.... ARGH, hate it when plans get distorted!
So, I shall sleep till I am supposed to wake up tomorrow. Don't care!
Here's one from Taipei, the Ice Monster at YongKang Street - it's THE BEST!
(Very cheekily mms to my boss cos we talked about how good it was. hehe)
Oh, and on the plane just now, I was watching this movie called "Because I said so" and it was gonna end, the most another 8min... and the stupid KrisWorld was shut down!!!!! How irritating can that be.... tsk tsk.... but I know Mandy Moore will choose Johnny's daddy... anyone who knows the ending, pls let me know... (",)
Saturday.... TSK! This is one unusual Saturday that I don't like...
So, I shall sleep till I am supposed to wake up tomorrow. Don't care!
Here's one from Taipei, the Ice Monster at YongKang Street - it's THE BEST!
(Very cheekily mms to my boss cos we talked about how good it was. hehe)
Oh, and on the plane just now, I was watching this movie called "Because I said so" and it was gonna end, the most another 8min... and the stupid KrisWorld was shut down!!!!! How irritating can that be.... tsk tsk.... but I know Mandy Moore will choose Johnny's daddy... anyone who knows the ending, pls let me know... (",)
Saturday.... TSK! This is one unusual Saturday that I don't like...
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Pre-Monday blues...
It's hitting me again.... It's SUnday night and I am feeling the lead in my body to go to work tomorrow.... Oh Jesus, only You can give me peace, not the peace of the world, but Your peace. Be the God of Peace in my heart, and be the God of Joy, so that I can have Joy when I go to work tomorrow.
Nowadays, work is no longer LalaLand... once I hit the office, it's just bang-bang-bang, all the way till day-end... Well, I guess THAT'S life...
Dispel the dread in me when I wake up tomorrow, O God. Thank You!
I miss Lucerne.... Florence.... Cinque terre.... Zurich.....
Nowadays, work is no longer LalaLand... once I hit the office, it's just bang-bang-bang, all the way till day-end... Well, I guess THAT'S life...
Dispel the dread in me when I wake up tomorrow, O God. Thank You!
I miss Lucerne.... Florence.... Cinque terre.... Zurich.....
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Trivial...
Saw this test on Fen's blog, so tried it out as a trivial... Hehe.
Don't envy me la... My confidence comes from God who made me who I am. I am not my own; I was bought with a price, and that is why I am so precious... that is where my security comes from.... Everything is this world can be transient and may pass away, but God is Constant, Solid like a Rock, and He will NEVER fail me.... Praise Him for that!
K, here's another Test:
So, who wants to go on the next holiday with me, may sign up when application opens soon. (Watch this space!) Haha.. Well, it's Tue.... I survived 2 days.... I miss the holidays.... feels weird to be back to Life and reality.... but well, Life goes on...
Our Bank Visits in Zurich
Thanks to all who missed me... (",)
| People Envy Your Confidence |
 You have the attitude and self esteem to take on anything. Failure is beyond not an option for you - it doesn't even cross your mind. People envy your ability to take on any challenge ... and they're secretly afraid you think you're better than them. You don't. You're just sure of yourself. |
Don't envy me la... My confidence comes from God who made me who I am. I am not my own; I was bought with a price, and that is why I am so precious... that is where my security comes from.... Everything is this world can be transient and may pass away, but God is Constant, Solid like a Rock, and He will NEVER fail me.... Praise Him for that!
K, here's another Test:
| Your Travel Personality Is: The Bonder |
 For you, travel is less about where you're going - but who you're going with. It's no fun to experience an amazing city or a beautiful beach without your friends. In fact, it doesn't really matter where you go... because you and your friends always figure out how to have fun! |
So, who wants to go on the next holiday with me, may sign up when application opens soon. (Watch this space!) Haha.. Well, it's Tue.... I survived 2 days.... I miss the holidays.... feels weird to be back to Life and reality.... but well, Life goes on...
Our Bank Visits in Zurich
Thanks to all who missed me... (",)
Sunday, April 08, 2007
Goodbye Italy...
Our flight from Milan to Rome was delayed twice and finally cancelled...
This is The Vatican City, Italy:
This is The Mall, factory outlet where I burnt a big hole in my wallet:
This is Cinque Terre - no words can describe the beauty of this place:
I'm back home now... feelings are kinda mixed.... gotta get to bed soon, to beat the jetlag...
Home Sweet Home...
This is The Vatican City, Italy:
This is The Mall, factory outlet where I burnt a big hole in my wallet:
This is Cinque Terre - no words can describe the beauty of this place:
I'm back home now... feelings are kinda mixed.... gotta get to bed soon, to beat the jetlag...
Home Sweet Home...
Thursday, March 29, 2007
DreamLand is ending....
Lucerne, Switzerland
That was on Mount Pilatus that we went last Sunday - it was a GREAT time! It was cold up there, trust me, but vain me wanted to take photo in my nice blue top, so took the photo without my jacket and froze momentarily after the shot. Hehe! We did the snow-fights, slipped and fell on the snow works... but one of the most enjoyable part was the chilling-out-on-deck-chairs-freezing-our-butts-off activity (and of course, the Lucerne wine up there)
We just had a great time doing nothing, being silly, laughing at one another, and not even looking at the time - that was the best part. We enjoyed ourselves tremendously up on Mt Pilatus and we were all stoned at the end of the day.
Today is back in class AGAIN... it's torturous to be in class and not out playing.... We'd been hanging out at night, playing and having fun, cos there's absolutely NOTHING to do at night here in Lucerne, so all the crazy people hang out together and play games, talk crap, have fun.
Class ends tomorrow... can't wait! We're having a good closing dinner tomorrow night and then it's partying for the whole class again.... I will be off to Italy on Sat morning, and my computer won't be with me there, so, you'll hear from me again only when I get back to Singapore....
Till then, Ciao!
That was on Mount Pilatus that we went last Sunday - it was a GREAT time! It was cold up there, trust me, but vain me wanted to take photo in my nice blue top, so took the photo without my jacket and froze momentarily after the shot. Hehe! We did the snow-fights, slipped and fell on the snow works... but one of the most enjoyable part was the chilling-out-on-deck-chairs-freezing-our-butts-off activity (and of course, the Lucerne wine up there)
We just had a great time doing nothing, being silly, laughing at one another, and not even looking at the time - that was the best part. We enjoyed ourselves tremendously up on Mt Pilatus and we were all stoned at the end of the day.
Today is back in class AGAIN... it's torturous to be in class and not out playing.... We'd been hanging out at night, playing and having fun, cos there's absolutely NOTHING to do at night here in Lucerne, so all the crazy people hang out together and play games, talk crap, have fun.
Class ends tomorrow... can't wait! We're having a good closing dinner tomorrow night and then it's partying for the whole class again.... I will be off to Italy on Sat morning, and my computer won't be with me there, so, you'll hear from me again only when I get back to Singapore....
Till then, Ciao!
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Day 3 of class in Lucerne, Switzerland
Today is Day 3 of class in Lucerne, Switzerland. It snowed yesterday and today.. nice, but chilly.
I am actually in the midst of class now, but needed something to kill the Zzz monster attacking me big time. When I arrived in Zurich on 16 Mar 07, those 2 days were really nice, cos there was no pressure of school or anything... it was just lala Land for that 2 days...
Since we arrived in Lucerne, you cna suddenly feel the pressure cos school IS pressure. We were given individual assignment on Day 1 already - that didn't help in relieving the stress.
Think it's quite proven that I am most likely allergic to studying. Everytime I start my Modules, I fall sick, and it is no different this time in Module 4...
I would love to go around after class ends, to chill out, see things, etc...but unfortunately, assignments HAVE to be done and group work presentations have to be prepared... ARGH! We all really thought this Module was Lala Land, but alas, we were somewhat disappointed after all the assignments and groupwork news were told to us.
Went out last night, chilled out and just wanted to experience local life here, but today, we gotta stay in to cramp for my assignment and discuss group work... sigh... the things we do in Lucerne.... I really want to try to finish up my stuffs so I have my weekends free and I can play... THAT'S what we'rer supposed to do here in Switzerland!!
Anyway, enough of ranting... I will TRY to still enjoy... the snow really helped...
I am actually in the midst of class now, but needed something to kill the Zzz monster attacking me big time. When I arrived in Zurich on 16 Mar 07, those 2 days were really nice, cos there was no pressure of school or anything... it was just lala Land for that 2 days...
Since we arrived in Lucerne, you cna suddenly feel the pressure cos school IS pressure. We were given individual assignment on Day 1 already - that didn't help in relieving the stress.
Think it's quite proven that I am most likely allergic to studying. Everytime I start my Modules, I fall sick, and it is no different this time in Module 4...
I would love to go around after class ends, to chill out, see things, etc...but unfortunately, assignments HAVE to be done and group work presentations have to be prepared... ARGH! We all really thought this Module was Lala Land, but alas, we were somewhat disappointed after all the assignments and groupwork news were told to us.
Went out last night, chilled out and just wanted to experience local life here, but today, we gotta stay in to cramp for my assignment and discuss group work... sigh... the things we do in Lucerne.... I really want to try to finish up my stuffs so I have my weekends free and I can play... THAT'S what we'rer supposed to do here in Switzerland!!
Anyway, enough of ranting... I will TRY to still enjoy... the snow really helped...
Thursday, February 01, 2007
BBrrrr... winter in Taipei
The weather has turned cold this week in Taiwan. And I am enjoying EVERY SINGLE minute of the coldness. Man, I just relish in walking outdoors. On Tue night, my colleague and I sat alfresco in a cafe, sipping hot tea - THAT was life. I went for cell group here in Taipei and a sister drove me back on her motor bike. It was exhilarating, especially when the temperature was 11deg C.
I am enjoying the weather here in Taipei SO MUCH!!!
Thank You, Lord, for creating seasons, and Thank You for allowing me to experience it.
You love me so much.
With love,
from Taipei
I am enjoying the weather here in Taipei SO MUCH!!!
Thank You, Lord, for creating seasons, and Thank You for allowing me to experience it.
You love me so much.
With love,
from Taipei
Sunday, January 07, 2007
2007 Jan 7
We are into 2007 already. I actually dread it... cos I can already see that this is gonna be a trying year - at least for the 1st half of it. I have 3 more modules to clear for my masters (Module 3 starting tomorrow... AAARRRGGGHHH!!!), I have my fair share of travelling in-between my modules (my target this year increased by 80%), and I have not been in the best of health (the flu virus always catches up on me, sigh)
Sounds kinda discouraging for a new year, ain't it? But I guess (and I am on the road believing and claiming it) this is probably gonna be a year of stretching, testing of perseverance and character and in my relationship and dependency on God. As He has already said since June 06, that my time of testing and stretching is here... and in my opinion, this season is still not over. And He promised that He will take me to a new level of relationship with Him. I can only cling onto His promises (Praise song during service today is ringing in my head now: All of God's promises won't let go of me). He has also spoken to me during the WAM retreat over New Yr's day, about being courageous to step out and face all the challenges that will come along my way. Afterall, the righteous live by faith and He is not pleased if we shrink back. He encouraged me to press on and persevere on.
I am looking forward to a good holiday (which i dunno when), maybe in Bali or Melbourne (to find Alice), when I can just really unwind and take my time to think thru things and the going-ons in my life... This is a moment of escapism... how nice...
One thing I really hope and pray I will do and stand firm in, is not to be distracted along the way in my race. I cannot really afford to be de-railed, so God, I really need Your help in helping me to focus on You and on the outcome of things, and not be distracted by short-term excitements (quote from Ps Ben Lee, Sun Svc sermon, 7 Jan 07)
Lord, help me to run this race with joy, with purpose and with influence. I know You made me great so I can be a great influence for You - that others may see You in my life. It is a very heavy burden and task, but I want to be what You want me to be - I am at Your service, to do what pleases You and to do what extends Your Kingdom. It is easier said than done, cos life is not easy; it is difficult (quote from Isaac, WAMmer)
To all out there who struggles to be strong and to be uplifted, take heart, cos He is our Uplifter! (I am encouraging myself too)
HappY New YeaR!
Sounds kinda discouraging for a new year, ain't it? But I guess (and I am on the road believing and claiming it) this is probably gonna be a year of stretching, testing of perseverance and character and in my relationship and dependency on God. As He has already said since June 06, that my time of testing and stretching is here... and in my opinion, this season is still not over. And He promised that He will take me to a new level of relationship with Him. I can only cling onto His promises (Praise song during service today is ringing in my head now: All of God's promises won't let go of me). He has also spoken to me during the WAM retreat over New Yr's day, about being courageous to step out and face all the challenges that will come along my way. Afterall, the righteous live by faith and He is not pleased if we shrink back. He encouraged me to press on and persevere on.
I am looking forward to a good holiday (which i dunno when), maybe in Bali or Melbourne (to find Alice), when I can just really unwind and take my time to think thru things and the going-ons in my life... This is a moment of escapism... how nice...
One thing I really hope and pray I will do and stand firm in, is not to be distracted along the way in my race. I cannot really afford to be de-railed, so God, I really need Your help in helping me to focus on You and on the outcome of things, and not be distracted by short-term excitements (quote from Ps Ben Lee, Sun Svc sermon, 7 Jan 07)
Lord, help me to run this race with joy, with purpose and with influence. I know You made me great so I can be a great influence for You - that others may see You in my life. It is a very heavy burden and task, but I want to be what You want me to be - I am at Your service, to do what pleases You and to do what extends Your Kingdom. It is easier said than done, cos life is not easy; it is difficult (quote from Isaac, WAMmer)
To all out there who struggles to be strong and to be uplifted, take heart, cos He is our Uplifter! (I am encouraging myself too)
HappY New YeaR!
Saturday, December 16, 2006
Unintentional-Sunburn-Saturday
It all started as a lil' "expectation" from my colleague Daniel to go support them in the inter-department soccer tournament today. I kinda know this cos' I was supposed to go support them last year, but didn't. Anyway, due to the proximity of my house to the sports complex, I have little excuse not to drop by.
I scrambled out of bed at 9am, when I wanted to sleep in some more, cos I tuckd in at 245a last night (Reasons: Ramond my brother & Hitch the show). Anyway, went there and was supposed to drop by and go. By the time I realized the time, I would be late for my dermatologist appointment. I called them, they said they couldn't wait for me, cos their appointments were packed. Alas, I went back and decided to stay for the tournament. Anyway, the stay lasted about 4.5hrs in total! And Thank God they won the overall champion! My support was not in vain, haha!
The Champions
(Disclaimer: Emma is really bad at computer and stuffs. I have no idea why the photo cannot be rotated, ARGH!)
Anyway, when I came home, I felt uncomfortable and realized that I'd been sunburnt! Imagine the devastation!!! I hate to be sunburnt, and usually if I really do, I will be prepared for it. Today, no sunblock, no nothing, and the sunburn just crept up to me like a slithering snake! And the best part was, I was in the shade for the big part of the time, how unfair!
So, now I have red hair, and red arms, how's that for colour-matching????
Things had been pretty rough recently: The tiredness from all the traveling, continuous work and not much rest, plus those multiple persistent personal struggles. But most of all, the physical tiredness spills over to the rest of me. I long for a break - just ONE day of doing nothing and chilling out at the beach on my own, spending good time talking to God and clearing out my mind and all the clutter. Afterall, it IS the year-end and it IS time for reflection and preparing for the new year.
GOSH, I wish I could hibernate somewhere... I will be in Kunming with my whole family including the babies over Christmas, and I have a feeling I will be tired after that. Man, when can I REST??? Oh Lord, make time for me pls. I need the break, even if it is just for ONE day!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
I scrambled out of bed at 9am, when I wanted to sleep in some more, cos I tuckd in at 245a last night (Reasons: Ramond my brother & Hitch the show). Anyway, went there and was supposed to drop by and go. By the time I realized the time, I would be late for my dermatologist appointment. I called them, they said they couldn't wait for me, cos their appointments were packed. Alas, I went back and decided to stay for the tournament. Anyway, the stay lasted about 4.5hrs in total! And Thank God they won the overall champion! My support was not in vain, haha!
The Champions
(Disclaimer: Emma is really bad at computer and stuffs. I have no idea why the photo cannot be rotated, ARGH!)
Anyway, when I came home, I felt uncomfortable and realized that I'd been sunburnt! Imagine the devastation!!! I hate to be sunburnt, and usually if I really do, I will be prepared for it. Today, no sunblock, no nothing, and the sunburn just crept up to me like a slithering snake! And the best part was, I was in the shade for the big part of the time, how unfair!
So, now I have red hair, and red arms, how's that for colour-matching????
Things had been pretty rough recently: The tiredness from all the traveling, continuous work and not much rest, plus those multiple persistent personal struggles. But most of all, the physical tiredness spills over to the rest of me. I long for a break - just ONE day of doing nothing and chilling out at the beach on my own, spending good time talking to God and clearing out my mind and all the clutter. Afterall, it IS the year-end and it IS time for reflection and preparing for the new year.
GOSH, I wish I could hibernate somewhere... I will be in Kunming with my whole family including the babies over Christmas, and I have a feeling I will be tired after that. Man, when can I REST??? Oh Lord, make time for me pls. I need the break, even if it is just for ONE day!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Bluetooth
This is a brand new world of wireless stuff for me. Ok, I know I have been in the caves for a long time. The world is probably using purple or black tooth while I just discovered bluetooth. I just got my new mobile phone (at long last). And there's bluetooth, so I could send music, photos to and from my phone and my ibook. Man, such accessibility is marvelous!
This is a photo I took with my new phone of the 2 loves of my life:
Well, a lil' update of my life... Been down with another bout of cold AGAIN. Yea yea, tell me about it... I am like popping pills since quite some time back. And I think my health and immunity system is really not in its best shape, as when this flu bug hits me, my body literally shuts down and I am groggy and can't do anything... That's how bad it's been for the past 2 days. But God is good. I got totally well right before I went Beijing. Oh yea, Beijing is a nice place. Here're some pics:
Met one of my aunties in Beijing... Cool rite?
Other than Beijing, think my life has been in a lil' upheavel. Well, God spoke specifically to me on Sunday, so I guess it is foolishness if I ran away like Jonah. I don't wanna waste time staying in the belly of a fish just so that God can get through to me. I learnt that as I grew as a christian, and as I know more things about God, it gets more difficult to just leap out in faith like when I was a newbie in this faith. But it is very refreshing to be reminded of how Abraham obeyed God when God asked him to sacrifice Isaac, his one and only beloved son. And David said in 2 Sam 24 that he will not sacrifice to God that which cost him nothing. Joshua challenged his people to throw away the gods that their forefathers worshipped, and to choose for themselves who they want to worship. Well, testings and temptations are but common to men, but when u are in the midst of it, things ain't as simple as they seem. I was reminded of the times when I took out the moral courage to stand for my God in the midst of persecution, to go for water baptism, etc. Those were memorable days of victory,.
Oh God, it is only by Your Grace that I can stand before You. Let me be victorious once again! You are Jehovah Nissi - my Banner! Fly High in my life O Lord!
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