Hi to all, whoever is reading my blog. I am back in Singapore for Christmas. Really appreciate to be back. The last 2 Christmas were spent in Cambodia. They were as good. But it is different to be back with my family to spend Christmas.
So many things had happened and I just simply do not know how I am going to put it into words. I guess I will just highlight on certain things that I feel is of significance.
Firstly, my Kumpuchea blog will cease to be updated as it takes just too much effort to update. So, I guess I will just stop updating on that!
Secondly, is that I missed the SACC Youth Camp. This was the 2nd youth camp. I attended the 1st one 2 yrs back. It was amazing. And to miss this 2nd one really makes me sad. Hahahaha! But I learn that sometimes to do 'big' things for the Lord, sacrifices had to be make. There will always be another camp. Yeah!!!!!
Thirdly, is that I caught a bug from the last medical mission. Had a sorethroat and developed into bronchitis. Thkfully I came back and seen a doctor. The medicine was good but the last few days I were a bit 'ma-bo'. But I guess I am about 80% recovered. Had been snacking alreadi! Muahahaha....
Fourthly, is that these year's mission trip had been fulfilling. All because the Lord is good. We hosted quite a numbers of teams and though it was tiring, it was good to have the teams as they did great. I personally feel that the team that stayed in Phnom Penh impacted the Khmer youths greatly. The friendship that was built was a sign of love for one another. And I myself had been blessed greatly as I had gotten to know more new friends, who share similiar dreams and visions. May we continue to strive for the Lord!
Fifthly was the X'mas Eve and X'mas service. Really appreciate the Eve svcs. The youth did up a chorale for the 2nd eve and X'mas day svcs. I am so proud of them. They did a brilliant job. I am so happy that they took all their initiative to plan and organise. This is a sign of maturity and their willingness to want to serve the Lord. All glory to Christ.
Sixthly and last of all, the Lord has been good to me. 2007 was a rollercoaster ride. Early this year was a confusing year with major decisions but tainted with hesitation and resistance to be made. But even as we honor the Lord, the Lord honors us. I have seen the faithfulness of the Lord all these years. Things that are beyond our comprehension. Things that He reveals bit by bit. I know the Lord has a plan. Obedience is better than sacrifice.
He had taught me to close all the doors.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Xianjie Nou Kumpuchea
That means Xianjie in Cambodia. I will be updating in the "Me in Cambodia'' blog. So if you are keen to find out, please request for view. Only for people I know. Thanks! God bless!
Friday, November 07, 2008
Sunday, November 02, 2008
Stewardship
Today, Rev Jon was preaching. His usual opening would be a joke. Pretty funny.
Here's how the joke went. (Rephrase and re-edit by me)
There was once an atheist. He was lost in the forest and he came across a hungry bear. The bear ran towards him and wanted to attack him. As the bear rose its paws and was about to attack the atheist, the atheist, out of desperation, called out to God for help.
And that moment froze. A beam of light shone onto the atheist. And followed was a voice. The voice of God.
God:"Why did you call me to help you when all your life you tell others that I never existed? So how do you expect me to help you if I never existed?"
Atheist:"Well, if I were to say I believe in you and need Your help, I may be seen as a hypocrite. Hmmmmm..... How about You make the bear a Chrisitan?"
God:"Ok, that's a fair deal."
And with a snap of the finger, everything reversed to the point when the bear was about to struck the atheist.
And the bear rose its paws.................gripped them together and...............gave thanks for the food that was laid before it.........
Funney siah! Though I can't really remember how this joke links to the sermon! (Rev Jon did link it to the sermon, just tat I can't remember) And you will think that I also couldn't remember the sermon, right? WRONG! I remembered. I take notes!
Rev Jon was preaching about 'giving', especially in such financial crisis time. This is not about 'ko yok' selling but rather was from a very biblical and wholistic view of 'giving'.
Scripture: 2 Cor 9:6-15
1) GIVE INTENTIONALLY
In v7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2) GIVE FREELY
Ok! I can't really remember the actual content of the sermon but these are my after thoughts of the whole sermon.
Why is it so hard to tithe 10%? I believe because we see the 10% as a kind of obligation or 'taxation law' that we have 'no choice' but to follow. With such a state of heart, the 10% is like slicing a piece of meat of our flesh. We fail to understand why we are giving. Does God need our money? No! In fact, all things come from Him. It's an irony to say that we are giving to the Lord! We are just returning them to the Lord. As I ponder upon this, I realise something. The concept of STEWARDSHIP.
Stewarship in the sense that everything that we have, we are tasked to do, we come across, relationship that we are involved are all from the Lord and all these are placed in our care till the Lord calls us home. Our possessions are from the Lord. Money, car, house etc are from the Lord and are we putting it to good use. Not just for our own pleasure but are we using such things that is edifying and glorifying to God. I always remember a friend, Johnny Jong who always say that the car he has is from the Lord and he will always quick to offer his help to drive people around.
Career. Indeed, the opportunity to earn a living is from the Lord. More than just doing the work well and being paid, are we being a good testimony in our workplace? Are we able to show good management of our relationship with our superior, peers and subordinates, bearing in mind that anyone, inclusive of ourself, can be difficult?
Relationship. Any kind of relationship? Are we being responsible towards the other party? Especially with our parents and siblings. I never chose my parents, especially my dad!!! He is so difficult to handle. He is so different from the whole family. He is so demanding. I can choose to say, "I don't care! It is his own problem." But if I really think about it, though I have no 'say' in choosing my father, it is God who have placed him as my father. Can I just simply say 'I don't care.' That is outright defiance against God. I have learnt to be more patient and loving towards my dad though it is still hard. But I learnt that the Lord has placed my dad in my care and that will be what I will do.
This is just a thought. I haven't really sit down to dwell and brew upon it. But I do believe with this grasping and understanding of stewardship, I will learn to be self-less and more outward looking towards people. Just like what Christ is! He came as a SERVANT-KING!!!
Here's how the joke went. (Rephrase and re-edit by me)
There was once an atheist. He was lost in the forest and he came across a hungry bear. The bear ran towards him and wanted to attack him. As the bear rose its paws and was about to attack the atheist, the atheist, out of desperation, called out to God for help.
And that moment froze. A beam of light shone onto the atheist. And followed was a voice. The voice of God.
God:"Why did you call me to help you when all your life you tell others that I never existed? So how do you expect me to help you if I never existed?"
Atheist:"Well, if I were to say I believe in you and need Your help, I may be seen as a hypocrite. Hmmmmm..... How about You make the bear a Chrisitan?"
God:"Ok, that's a fair deal."
And with a snap of the finger, everything reversed to the point when the bear was about to struck the atheist.
And the bear rose its paws.................gripped them together and...............gave thanks for the food that was laid before it.........
Funney siah! Though I can't really remember how this joke links to the sermon! (Rev Jon did link it to the sermon, just tat I can't remember) And you will think that I also couldn't remember the sermon, right? WRONG! I remembered. I take notes!
Rev Jon was preaching about 'giving', especially in such financial crisis time. This is not about 'ko yok' selling but rather was from a very biblical and wholistic view of 'giving'.
Scripture: 2 Cor 9:6-15
1) GIVE INTENTIONALLY
In v7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2) GIVE FREELY
Ok! I can't really remember the actual content of the sermon but these are my after thoughts of the whole sermon.
Why is it so hard to tithe 10%? I believe because we see the 10% as a kind of obligation or 'taxation law' that we have 'no choice' but to follow. With such a state of heart, the 10% is like slicing a piece of meat of our flesh. We fail to understand why we are giving. Does God need our money? No! In fact, all things come from Him. It's an irony to say that we are giving to the Lord! We are just returning them to the Lord. As I ponder upon this, I realise something. The concept of STEWARDSHIP.
Stewarship in the sense that everything that we have, we are tasked to do, we come across, relationship that we are involved are all from the Lord and all these are placed in our care till the Lord calls us home. Our possessions are from the Lord. Money, car, house etc are from the Lord and are we putting it to good use. Not just for our own pleasure but are we using such things that is edifying and glorifying to God. I always remember a friend, Johnny Jong who always say that the car he has is from the Lord and he will always quick to offer his help to drive people around.
Career. Indeed, the opportunity to earn a living is from the Lord. More than just doing the work well and being paid, are we being a good testimony in our workplace? Are we able to show good management of our relationship with our superior, peers and subordinates, bearing in mind that anyone, inclusive of ourself, can be difficult?
Relationship. Any kind of relationship? Are we being responsible towards the other party? Especially with our parents and siblings. I never chose my parents, especially my dad!!! He is so difficult to handle. He is so different from the whole family. He is so demanding. I can choose to say, "I don't care! It is his own problem." But if I really think about it, though I have no 'say' in choosing my father, it is God who have placed him as my father. Can I just simply say 'I don't care.' That is outright defiance against God. I have learnt to be more patient and loving towards my dad though it is still hard. But I learnt that the Lord has placed my dad in my care and that will be what I will do.
This is just a thought. I haven't really sit down to dwell and brew upon it. But I do believe with this grasping and understanding of stewardship, I will learn to be self-less and more outward looking towards people. Just like what Christ is! He came as a SERVANT-KING!!!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
IF I WERE SUPERMAN
I want to watch this korean movie. Seems quite interesting and touching. Tmr is off-day. Maybe I shd go watch tmr.... alone..... Haiz........Hahaha
And this movie only show at certain location. Vivo, TiongBahru, Marina, YISHUN but not Tampines. Arhhh........ The nearest and most convenient one will be TiongBahru. But even then it is still so out of the way........
Let's see how. Motivation to watch vs Motivation to rest......
If I were superman, what would I want to do? Maybe if i am superman, I would just want to be a normal person. Irony of life. That's why we can never be superman. We are always the 'weak citizens' and Jesus is our Superman who is always there for us.
And this movie only show at certain location. Vivo, TiongBahru, Marina, YISHUN but not Tampines. Arhhh........ The nearest and most convenient one will be TiongBahru. But even then it is still so out of the way........
Let's see how. Motivation to watch vs Motivation to rest......
If I were superman, what would I want to do? Maybe if i am superman, I would just want to be a normal person. Irony of life. That's why we can never be superman. We are always the 'weak citizens' and Jesus is our Superman who is always there for us.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Waves of Life
I had returned back to Singapore on 14 Oct, Tuesday. The night before I returned, I was chatting with my sis and found out that parents were not well. Mum had a high fever a week back and had urinal infection which affected her abdominal areas. Dad had strained his whole right hand. Sis was pretty tied up at work and also at the same time had to take care of parents' needs. It was really hard on her.
After hearing all these, the question surfaced, "Have I heard the Lord clearly? If yes, then why are such things happening when I am away? It seems that I have 'abandoned' my duties and responsibilities to the family."
Doubting God? Nah! But yet a question that I need to persue for an answer. I came to the Lord. He assured me. The Lord never promises good times but He promises help and comfort in such times. Rev Jonathan preached about in difficult times (especially now for many who are hit by the financial crisis), are we able to still know who is in control, are we still able to smile at the storm knowing that Christ is in the vessel.
My parents are not young and subsceptible to illness (irregardless of whether I'm in Singapore or not). My only hope is to trust that the Lord will continue to grant them good health and even if health deterioriates, that He will be their Healer and Comforter. And on my part, I just need to put in effort to show my care and concern through more frequent call back home and SKYPE. (My parents are cool; they use SKYPE)
I thank God that my mum's condition is improving after medication. Her urine test had shown no infection. Her appetitie is also returning. Dad's hand is still troubling him, though he said that it has improved.
Lord, there's nothing too big or too small for You to not know or not able to handle. In difficult times, I pray that I will be able to smile at the storm, knowing that You are in the same boat as me. I pray that You will continue to preserve the health of my parents. And more importantly, I pray for the father's salvation, that he will stumble upon Your grace and love. And I pray that You too will continue to be the light to my sis, leading her back into Your grace and mercy. Amen!
After hearing all these, the question surfaced, "Have I heard the Lord clearly? If yes, then why are such things happening when I am away? It seems that I have 'abandoned' my duties and responsibilities to the family."
Doubting God? Nah! But yet a question that I need to persue for an answer. I came to the Lord. He assured me. The Lord never promises good times but He promises help and comfort in such times. Rev Jonathan preached about in difficult times (especially now for many who are hit by the financial crisis), are we able to still know who is in control, are we still able to smile at the storm knowing that Christ is in the vessel.
My parents are not young and subsceptible to illness (irregardless of whether I'm in Singapore or not). My only hope is to trust that the Lord will continue to grant them good health and even if health deterioriates, that He will be their Healer and Comforter. And on my part, I just need to put in effort to show my care and concern through more frequent call back home and SKYPE. (My parents are cool; they use SKYPE)
I thank God that my mum's condition is improving after medication. Her urine test had shown no infection. Her appetitie is also returning. Dad's hand is still troubling him, though he said that it has improved.
Lord, there's nothing too big or too small for You to not know or not able to handle. In difficult times, I pray that I will be able to smile at the storm, knowing that You are in the same boat as me. I pray that You will continue to preserve the health of my parents. And more importantly, I pray for the father's salvation, that he will stumble upon Your grace and love. And I pray that You too will continue to be the light to my sis, leading her back into Your grace and mercy. Amen!
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Worldly Number Game
I overheard this comment, "The 'XYZ program' very little people attending. Only X number of people went." It was as good as hearing that they were skeptically snaring about the program. In fact, when I visited the program, it was well attended. I am not sure why people make such comment. Either they are poorly informed or they are just 'waiting' for something to happen. Well, many a times we do make such a passing comment innocently. But our mind should really be transformed. The numbers are important but do not let the numer becomes bigger than our head or our LORD. Cliche as it may be, this is so valuable that we shd be looking at the 1/2 filled glass. When we see such a situation, are we quick to give thks to the Lord for those who came? Do we pray for these people, that they may be encouraged to faithfully return for the activity? Do we pray that their lives will be transformed and challenged in this new program? Or are we just looking at the spaces and shaking our heads?
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Mount Vwing SungHubBorei
I'm back! After 2 mths in Cambodia, I'm back in Singapore... for 1 mth. Time really flies. I thank God for His favour and His grace as I found new friendship, trust, experience....... This is honeymoon period. After this 'rest' in Singapore, X'mas outreaches in Cambodia for about a month. Woo hoo... This is going to be exciting. And I believe very much challenging and tiring. But by going through all these, I will and be able to understand how much the Khmer staff have put into this X'mas outreaches.
As for now, relax a bit, do planning for next year's activities and also to pay visits to those teams that will be coming up to Cambodia for x'mas outreaches. For those who want to arrange for personal meet-up with me, better book me early.... I'm hot..... ^.* ok................ I'm hearing pple slamming head against the keyboard.......
As for now, relax a bit, do planning for next year's activities and also to pay visits to those teams that will be coming up to Cambodia for x'mas outreaches. For those who want to arrange for personal meet-up with me, better book me early.... I'm hot..... ^.* ok................ I'm hearing pple slamming head against the keyboard.......
Saturday, October 04, 2008
EZ
It's always so easy to be quick to advise people but yet so slow to apply to myself.
"Seek Ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all the rest will be added onto you."
"Seek Ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all the rest will be added onto you."
Thursday, October 02, 2008
Majoring on Minor
Sometimes I see myself very centred and narrow minded. While I am busy worrying over my seemingly trivial issues, there are many more serious and painstaking things happening.
Xianjie, got to be more selfless, got to be more aware of the surroundings, got to show more concern about other things than yourself.
Lord! Help me to see others needs before my own. Help me to see the world with a more compasionate than one that only cares about myself. All my concerns, You are in control. Amen!
Xianjie, got to be more selfless, got to be more aware of the surroundings, got to show more concern about other things than yourself.
Lord! Help me to see others needs before my own. Help me to see the world with a more compasionate than one that only cares about myself. All my concerns, You are in control. Amen!
Monday, September 29, 2008
Ot Baan Barg Moaut
Have been in Cambodia for nearly 6 weeks and keep hearing chinese pop songs sang in Khmer. It brings a familiarity feeling but yet also a alienated one as well. haha! Wonder if Jay Chou's songs are favourite here or not....
Listening to music at YOUTUBE....
Knyom klaich nih neung bardt dol knyom. Ot baan barg moaut ao-ee nieg deung. Knyom baan twer ar-vai? Dtoog Jedt nul knong Pray Jier M'Ja.... Nul knong bayl Pray Jier M'Ja.....
Listening to music at YOUTUBE....
Knyom klaich nih neung bardt dol knyom. Ot baan barg moaut ao-ee nieg deung. Knyom baan twer ar-vai? Dtoog Jedt nul knong Pray Jier M'Ja.... Nul knong bayl Pray Jier M'Ja.....
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Muddy
After the rain, the sky clears!
It seems that the journey will be easier
But the fields become muddy!
It is just as hard as ever!
Not that there's no way!
It is about waiting upon His time.......
Bpayl Naah????
Nul Knong Bayl Pray-Jier-M'Ja.....
Jedt Bpee-Badt.....
It seems that the journey will be easier
But the fields become muddy!
It is just as hard as ever!
Not that there's no way!
It is about waiting upon His time.......
Bpayl Naah????
Nul Knong Bayl Pray-Jier-M'Ja.....
Jedt Bpee-Badt.....
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
McCambodia
Bringing McDonald into Cambodia. Do we know what we are doing? Do we have sufficient culture awareness of the new country? Do we think we know everything of the new place? We need to acknowledge that we know nothing. We need to learn about the new place. We cannot just impose our ideas, thoughts, beliefs and ways of doing things. We cannot behave, act, rationalise, speak and present ourselves in the way we are back at home. We need to be very careful, we need to be very discerning, we need to be sensitive and be awared of the critical things.
We need to realise that we know nothing and start to learn new things......
We need to realise that we know nothing and start to learn new things......
WELL WELL WELL...........
A seminar that I attended 2 yrs back. The take-home message.
1) The Wisdom of Seeking Counsel
2) The Principle of Equally Yoked
3) The beauty of Purity
4) The Principle of Shared Inheritance
5) The Presence of Willingness
6) The Key of Prayer
7) The Important value of Kindness
8) The need for Family Blessing
9) The Principle of Timing
10) The Principle of Well
I guess the last 2 points really kept me thinking. Timing. I believe that in God's timing, all things will fall into place. And I believe that God will give the best to me. But many a times, I just simply sit there and wait for God's timing. Is tat good? No in fact it's so wrong not so much in waiting upon God but in that I'm so engrossed in focusing on the timing that i do nothing but just day and night, waiting anxiously. How foolish! And also the principle of well which actually talks abt many characters in the bible found their partners near the well. Well symbolishes community gathering and for us our well is the church. Stay around the 'well' and the right one may appear rite before your eyes.
1) The Wisdom of Seeking Counsel
2) The Principle of Equally Yoked
3) The beauty of Purity
4) The Principle of Shared Inheritance
5) The Presence of Willingness
6) The Key of Prayer
7) The Important value of Kindness
8) The need for Family Blessing
9) The Principle of Timing
10) The Principle of Well
I guess the last 2 points really kept me thinking. Timing. I believe that in God's timing, all things will fall into place. And I believe that God will give the best to me. But many a times, I just simply sit there and wait for God's timing. Is tat good? No in fact it's so wrong not so much in waiting upon God but in that I'm so engrossed in focusing on the timing that i do nothing but just day and night, waiting anxiously. How foolish! And also the principle of well which actually talks abt many characters in the bible found their partners near the well. Well symbolishes community gathering and for us our well is the church. Stay around the 'well' and the right one may appear rite before your eyes.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Moon
Compared to the stars...........
Compared to the sun............
Compared to the earth..........
Whoever understands the moon..............
Compared to the sun............
Compared to the earth..........
Whoever understands the moon..............
Mystery
Losing is to gain. Maybe that's how it work. Not to gain anything material but rather wisdom. Whoever want to lose.
He gives and takes away......... as He pleases.
He gives and takes away......... as He pleases.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Paradox
There are times when one being objective may not be deemed objective because by the mere fact of that one's presence may put question on that one's objectivity.
Am I being objective?
Am I being objective?
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
LIGHTNING: STRIKE 2
Lightning never strikes twice on the same place. That's what they always say. But it doesn't seem to apply to me. Things always happen - again! It is not as if I never learn from the previous experience. Den why am I going thru it again?
Once again a sitting duck. Quack all I want but I still know that I need to trust You. Give me the strength. Let me trust in Your providence. Let You be the reason for me to move on! Amen!
Once again a sitting duck. Quack all I want but I still know that I need to trust You. Give me the strength. Let me trust in Your providence. Let You be the reason for me to move on! Amen!
Monday, August 25, 2008
FALL (Hillsong)
Learn about this song in Cambodia. The Youths were using this song to praise the Lord. It was a Khmer version. But the melody really caught my heart and was really inspired to worship the Lord.
FALL
I love to worship You, my God
I love to worship You, my Lord
And see Your Spirit fall in power
Your love unfolding
Gifts from heaven
I love to worship You, my God
I love to worship You, my Lord
And feel Your precious
Breath of heaven
Your all consuming love
Holy Spirit come in power
Change my heart
I want to live for You, my God
Let Your Spirit come in power
Change my life
That I may live for You my Lord
Fall on us Lord
So I yearn for You
Long to see You move
Lord, I lift my hands before my King and pray
FALL
I love to worship You, my God
I love to worship You, my Lord
And see Your Spirit fall in power
Your love unfolding
Gifts from heaven
I love to worship You, my God
I love to worship You, my Lord
And feel Your precious
Breath of heaven
Your all consuming love
Holy Spirit come in power
Change my heart
I want to live for You, my God
Let Your Spirit come in power
Change my life
That I may live for You my Lord
Fall on us Lord
So I yearn for You
Long to see You move
Lord, I lift my hands before my King and pray
Sunday, August 03, 2008
开不了口
Sunday, July 15, 2007
祢 來 告 訴 我
KEY: F
词曲: 顯傑
望 着 无 月 的 夜 空
情 感 有 一 点 谜 蒙
心 在 飘 浮 没 有 着 落
我 应 该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
望 着 奥 妙 的 海 阔
冷 风 在 耳 边 吹 过
心 像 海 浪 不 停 起 波
脑 海 里 不 知 所 措
该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
(Chorus)
我 对 这 份 情 感 没 有 把 握
我 只 默 默 守 候 只 因 怕 做 错
我 不 想 错 过
主 请 祢 来 领 导 我
我 的 一 切
我 的 未 来
我 的 渴 望
该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
一年后，这首又再次回到脑海。
仿佛又回到同一个局面。
开不了口。。。。
愿主的权能高过我的旨意。
愿主掀开显明给我祂的旨意。
祢 來 告 訴 我
KEY: F
词曲: 顯傑
望 着 无 月 的 夜 空
情 感 有 一 点 谜 蒙
心 在 飘 浮 没 有 着 落
我 应 该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
望 着 奥 妙 的 海 阔
冷 风 在 耳 边 吹 过
心 像 海 浪 不 停 起 波
脑 海 里 不 知 所 措
该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
(Chorus)
我 对 这 份 情 感 没 有 把 握
我 只 默 默 守 候 只 因 怕 做 错
我 不 想 错 过
主 请 祢 来 领 导 我
我 的 一 切
我 的 未 来
我 的 渴 望
该 怎 么 做 祢 来 告 诉 我
一年后，这首又再次回到脑海。
仿佛又回到同一个局面。
开不了口。。。。
愿主的权能高过我的旨意。
愿主掀开显明给我祂的旨意。
Thursday, July 31, 2008
刹那；永远
在每一刻，在每一秒
的刹那间
在多美好，在多煎熬
的刹那间
彩虹的缤纷也只不过是雨后的刹那间
彩虹的希望却成为我永远
花朵的芬芳也只不过是春天的刹那间
花凋而结果却成为我的永远
也许吧！可能吗？是否。。。。。
的刹那间
在多美好，在多煎熬
的刹那间
彩虹的缤纷也只不过是雨后的刹那间
彩虹的希望却成为我永远
花朵的芬芳也只不过是春天的刹那间
花凋而结果却成为我的永远
也许吧！可能吗？是否。。。。。
Farewell = Eat More
Haha! Have been eating quite a fair bit this week. Haiz..... Wait later go Cambodia, then the people there instead of saying Skom, they say Twuat to me. Skom = slim, Twuat = Fat. Hahahaha.......
Met Gerald and ShuLing for dinner on Tuesday for dinner at Ma Maison. Me very SK. Never hear before. And I realise that I don't know alot of places. I think I am just simply not adventurous to go around explore restaurants. Haha! French cum Jap cuisine. I ordered a Hamburger Steak. Interesting taste! Haha! I expected a pure beef burger patty taste. They added some spice into it that make the taste very unique. Thank you very much my friends for these treats. After dinner, we just couldn't decide where to go. Since we had to wait for Shirley, we stayed at Bugis Junction and had ice-cream. Hmmmmmmmmmmm.. What's the brand of ice-cream we ate? Start with V... but don't know what lah! The one at the side of MOS burger. Hahahaha. Ate Tiramisu and Strawberry Cheesecake icecream. I simply love Cheesecake. haahhahahaha. Gerald super funny. TEASING SHULING NONE STOP!!! ^.* tsk tsk......
Wednesday met William for lunch. Ate Sakae Sushi. Did some catching up.
Evening went to the Japanese Restaurant beside Tampines Swimming Complex to meet my Secondary School mates. This wasn't a farewell for me but I still ate quite a fair bit. Hahahaha
Thursday ate lunch with Eleanor and Daniel. Eleanor treated me at 18 Chefs. Woo hooo. Ordered Creamy Mango Salmon Baked Rice. Lovely.... Salmon......
Friday which is tmr will also be a feasting day. Lunch will be farewell from church staff. Then in the evening I have to attend this National Day dinner meant for the grassroots.......
Wah..........Eat and eat and eat and eat none stop. How to lose it? Hahaha...... And I just tried something in church pantry. Hahaha..... I bought those frozen prata and I toast in using a normal toaster. It works perfectly fine. Then recently, the church bought apples as gifts for the nurses in the hospital. There were extras. So I took 1 apples, cut it into thin slice and put it on a prata and sprinkle brown sugar on it and toast it. Wah!!! VEry delicious ney.... hahahahah! Highly recommended dessert. Add Ice-cream to perfect it. ahahhahahahahaha
I should come up with a book - "10 Effective ways to make yourself Twuat-er''
Hhahahahahahaa
Met Gerald and ShuLing for dinner on Tuesday for dinner at Ma Maison. Me very SK. Never hear before. And I realise that I don't know alot of places. I think I am just simply not adventurous to go around explore restaurants. Haha! French cum Jap cuisine. I ordered a Hamburger Steak. Interesting taste! Haha! I expected a pure beef burger patty taste. They added some spice into it that make the taste very unique. Thank you very much my friends for these treats. After dinner, we just couldn't decide where to go. Since we had to wait for Shirley, we stayed at Bugis Junction and had ice-cream. Hmmmmmmmmmmm.. What's the brand of ice-cream we ate? Start with V... but don't know what lah! The one at the side of MOS burger. Hahahaha. Ate Tiramisu and Strawberry Cheesecake icecream. I simply love Cheesecake. haahhahahaha. Gerald super funny. TEASING SHULING NONE STOP!!! ^.* tsk tsk......
Wednesday met William for lunch. Ate Sakae Sushi. Did some catching up.
Evening went to the Japanese Restaurant beside Tampines Swimming Complex to meet my Secondary School mates. This wasn't a farewell for me but I still ate quite a fair bit. Hahahaha
Thursday ate lunch with Eleanor and Daniel. Eleanor treated me at 18 Chefs. Woo hooo. Ordered Creamy Mango Salmon Baked Rice. Lovely.... Salmon......
Friday which is tmr will also be a feasting day. Lunch will be farewell from church staff. Then in the evening I have to attend this National Day dinner meant for the grassroots.......
Wah..........Eat and eat and eat and eat none stop. How to lose it? Hahaha...... And I just tried something in church pantry. Hahaha..... I bought those frozen prata and I toast in using a normal toaster. It works perfectly fine. Then recently, the church bought apples as gifts for the nurses in the hospital. There were extras. So I took 1 apples, cut it into thin slice and put it on a prata and sprinkle brown sugar on it and toast it. Wah!!! VEry delicious ney.... hahahahah! Highly recommended dessert. Add Ice-cream to perfect it. ahahhahahahahaha
I should come up with a book - "10 Effective ways to make yourself Twuat-er''
Hhahahahahahaa
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Upper 2nd Class Honours
Got the official letter that shows my class of honours. Got Upper 2nd Class Honours. Really thank God for this. With the results I had and the last minute attempt of my project, it is really God's hands at work to get this class. As much as I have this 'silverware', it is a good platform for me to move on. However, like what Paul said in Philippians 3
7But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ 9and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God and is by faith.
Not that I despise or not value what I have gotten but rather what I have is by God's providence and that the only thing I can boast about is that it is God's providence. And in comparison, this gift never outstand the gift of knowing Christ. Even though the gift of that piece of paper may lead me to good 'life' but my life is no longer for myself as I know I have received the best gift who has the best life plan for me.
May I not lose sight of the one and best gift and forsake it for many other 2nd best rewards.
7But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ 9and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God and is by faith.
Not that I despise or not value what I have gotten but rather what I have is by God's providence and that the only thing I can boast about is that it is God's providence. And in comparison, this gift never outstand the gift of knowing Christ. Even though the gift of that piece of paper may lead me to good 'life' but my life is no longer for myself as I know I have received the best gift who has the best life plan for me.
May I not lose sight of the one and best gift and forsake it for many other 2nd best rewards.
酸与苦
一年里, 我真正的尝到什么是酸, 什么是苦.
心酸. 为什么叫做"心酸"?
因为心真的好象被酸性的感触被腐蚀.
苦往肚里吞. 为什么往肚里吞?
因为当有苦时却无法述说或表达, 肚里真的感觉有点闷闷的, 有点象被困在气水中的气.
好无奈. 好孤独. 但却不能象一般的孩子发牢骚, 发脾气. 长大了. 必须象一个大人, 要面对问题, 要解决问题. 但这一切我个人是办不到. 需要上帝的力量和恩典. 需要周围人的关怀和不断的祷告.
这是我的成长的过程.
心酸. 为什么叫做"心酸"?
因为心真的好象被酸性的感触被腐蚀.
苦往肚里吞. 为什么往肚里吞?
因为当有苦时却无法述说或表达, 肚里真的感觉有点闷闷的, 有点象被困在气水中的气.
好无奈. 好孤独. 但却不能象一般的孩子发牢骚, 发脾气. 长大了. 必须象一个大人, 要面对问题, 要解决问题. 但这一切我个人是办不到. 需要上帝的力量和恩典. 需要周围人的关怀和不断的祷告.
这是我的成长的过程.
Monday, July 28, 2008
That ROLL of PAPER
Dear BSc graduate
Oxford Brookes University BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting
Following the decision of the Oxford Brookes University BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting Examination Board held on 22 July 2008, I am pleased to inform you that you have PASSED your Research and Analysis Project, and that Oxford Brookes University has AWARDED you the BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting degree.
This is the email I have long waited for! It is so sweet to read it. Finally, everything has paid off. It was a long journey and at times real dreadful and disillusioning. But the Lord is faithful. He neither sleep nor slumber. He is always there for me. I just cannot contain my joy.
I HAVE GRADUATED..............................
Next thing will be taking a graduate photo with my family. Hopefully I can do it when I'm back in October. And hopefully I can shed some spare tyre for this ocassion. Hahahahhaha!!!
And for now, the academic hurdle is over. The next hurdle is Dad! May the Lord be merciful!
Oxford Brookes University BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting
Following the decision of the Oxford Brookes University BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting Examination Board held on 22 July 2008, I am pleased to inform you that you have PASSED your Research and Analysis Project, and that Oxford Brookes University has AWARDED you the BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting degree.
This is the email I have long waited for! It is so sweet to read it. Finally, everything has paid off. It was a long journey and at times real dreadful and disillusioning. But the Lord is faithful. He neither sleep nor slumber. He is always there for me. I just cannot contain my joy.
I HAVE GRADUATED..............................
Next thing will be taking a graduate photo with my family. Hopefully I can do it when I'm back in October. And hopefully I can shed some spare tyre for this ocassion. Hahahahhaha!!!
And for now, the academic hurdle is over. The next hurdle is Dad! May the Lord be merciful!
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Farewell No1
My Youth Small Group went out for my farewell after 1st service. Sadly, Ding Yi couldn't join us. I'm so going to miss my small group when I'm away. Haizzz........ So after much deciding and finger-guessing, we went to Billy Bombers at Century Square. (hmmm irony.. hahahaha..nvm) I had a Obama ???? Buger. Nice burger but messy. The chesse was so slippery till the patty kept slipping out of the burger. But love it. And we had a great time chit-chatting. And I thought we were very productive in our talk. Not those hehehaha kind but informal and yet enjoyable discussion about topics and stuff on our faith. That's the kind of things that we shd be talking about and sharing in our friendship. (Well, there will still be times when we talked 'rubbish' lah)
After the lunch, Clement need to leave for project, Wei Peng need to go off. So I was left with 5 lovely ladies. Wahhhh......... Can't ask for anything more! hahahaha! So went to Swensen to eat ice-cream. Ordered 10 scopes icecream and 1 Crumpler with ICeCream. Wahhahaha.... Shiok! Den what do you do when you have 5 girls around you? YOu talked about girls things. hahahahaha! Well! I guess I have a sister so I'm not too 'bothered' or paiseh when such topics are being talked. In fact, I think if the topics are talked about objectively, it is in fact pretty informative and educative. Hahahahhaa! Another time of productive sharing. Hahahhaa.... Haiz......... SO going to miss small group.
After the lunch, Clement need to leave for project, Wei Peng need to go off. So I was left with 5 lovely ladies. Wahhhh......... Can't ask for anything more! hahahaha! So went to Swensen to eat ice-cream. Ordered 10 scopes icecream and 1 Crumpler with ICeCream. Wahhahaha.... Shiok! Den what do you do when you have 5 girls around you? YOu talked about girls things. hahahahaha! Well! I guess I have a sister so I'm not too 'bothered' or paiseh when such topics are being talked. In fact, I think if the topics are talked about objectively, it is in fact pretty informative and educative. Hahahahhaa! Another time of productive sharing. Hahahhaa.... Haiz......... SO going to miss small group.
Why Do Woman Cry?
Why are you crying, a young boy asked his Mom?"Because I'm a woman," she told him."I don't understand," he said.His Mom just hugged him and said, "And you never will, but that's O.K.".......
Later the little boy asked his father,"Why does Mom seem to cry for no reason?"."All women cry for no reason," was all his Dad could say.
The little boy grew up and became a man,still wondering why women cry.
Finally he put in a call to God and when God got back to him, he asked "God, why do women cry so easily?"
GOD answered.... .."When I made woman,I decided she had to be special.I made her shoulders strong enough to carrythe weight of the world, yet,made her arms gentle enough to give comfort..
I gave her the inner strength to endure childbirth and the rejection that many times will come even from her own children.
I gave her a hardness that allows her to keep going and take care of her family and friends,even when everyone else gives up, through sickness and fatigue without complaining
I gave her the sensitivity to love her children under any and all circumstances. Even when her child has hurt her badly.....
She has the very special power to make a child's boo-boo feel better and to quell a teenager's anxieties and fears....
I gave her strength to care for her husband, despite faults and I fashioned her from his rib to protect his heart....
I gave her wisdom to know that a good husband never hurts his wife, but sometimes tests her strengths and her resolve to stand beside himunfalteringly. ...
For all of this hard work, I also gave her a TEAR to shed. It is hers to usewhenever needed and ! it is her ONLY weakness....
When you see her cry, tell her how much you love her, and all she does for everyone, and even thoughshe may still cry, you will have made her heart feel good.
She is SPECIAL!!!
Later the little boy asked his father,"Why does Mom seem to cry for no reason?"."All women cry for no reason," was all his Dad could say.
The little boy grew up and became a man,still wondering why women cry.
Finally he put in a call to God and when God got back to him, he asked "God, why do women cry so easily?"
GOD answered.... .."When I made woman,I decided she had to be special.I made her shoulders strong enough to carrythe weight of the world, yet,made her arms gentle enough to give comfort..
I gave her the inner strength to endure childbirth and the rejection that many times will come even from her own children.
I gave her a hardness that allows her to keep going and take care of her family and friends,even when everyone else gives up, through sickness and fatigue without complaining
I gave her the sensitivity to love her children under any and all circumstances. Even when her child has hurt her badly.....
She has the very special power to make a child's boo-boo feel better and to quell a teenager's anxieties and fears....
I gave her strength to care for her husband, despite faults and I fashioned her from his rib to protect his heart....
I gave her wisdom to know that a good husband never hurts his wife, but sometimes tests her strengths and her resolve to stand beside himunfalteringly. ...
For all of this hard work, I also gave her a TEAR to shed. It is hers to usewhenever needed and ! it is her ONLY weakness....
When you see her cry, tell her how much you love her, and all she does for everyone, and even thoughshe may still cry, you will have made her heart feel good.
She is SPECIAL!!!
MCP
You may not have good role model for marriage. That's fine! I can understand. But if you think you know everything about marriage and that your way is the way, den don't marry. Don't ruin a young fine lady's life.
You may not have a good parenting history. That's fine! i can understand. But if you think that you are king over everybody and that you treat your children like your subordinates, den dun have children (and most prob you shdn't be getting married too). Don't cause your children to have bad memories of growing up and have a vacuum in their life.
Why are there MCPs in this world? The world will be so much more peaceful without them. Less people will have to suffer from their tormentations. Or why don't they all gather and go and live at some high mountains where they can boast about their ego and throw around their 'fatty trotters'.
I reacted so badly at today's soccer training. We weren't playing well. But that wasn't why I reacted. I know everybody was playing their best. I was frustrated. On one hand, we were all around the field and secondly, we were being 'slaughtered'. I was really upset. Every week we come for the training match, most of the time we were being taken 'advantage'. Our defence was as thin as usual on every week, our mid is still trying to adapt without the presence of Darren and the uncles were all out with their full force. It is frustrating that after so long, we were still not finding ground. It seemed like the youths were still so 'inadequate' especially for the defence. Running out of position, committing unnecessarily, I'm not saying I'm good, I'm still learning. But I just feel that to enjoy the game, let's keep to the basic. Get the basic right and steady. I feel it so unfair that we have to play with the uncles when the whole team is so unprepared. I am not a soreloser. I believe in playing and losing a game with pride. But I don't believe in playing a lost game. And even as I reflected on why I reacted so badly, I realised I have alot of frusrtration at home with my dad. How he unfairly bully his way with my mum and my sis and me when we were young and there is nothing we could do about it. Even now he still push his way around. It makes me fuming mad when he bully my helpless mum. And I guess that's how i felt on the field. The helpless team was being 'bullied' and there's nothing 'much' I could do. (DISCLAIMER: It is a reaction. I am not saying that the uncles bullied us)
I admit I didn't react in a way justifying and glorifying to God. Maybe it is a Learning Moment for me. It is an area of my life that I have to deal with. Instead of turing to frustration, learn to be objective and positive in the approach. Definitely not easy. 27 years worth. But it is something that have to be dealt with.
Lord! May I find peace in You. In such times, may I not react negatively. Help me to deal with it positively. Help me to be an encourager in such times.
You may not have a good parenting history. That's fine! i can understand. But if you think that you are king over everybody and that you treat your children like your subordinates, den dun have children (and most prob you shdn't be getting married too). Don't cause your children to have bad memories of growing up and have a vacuum in their life.
Why are there MCPs in this world? The world will be so much more peaceful without them. Less people will have to suffer from their tormentations. Or why don't they all gather and go and live at some high mountains where they can boast about their ego and throw around their 'fatty trotters'.
I reacted so badly at today's soccer training. We weren't playing well. But that wasn't why I reacted. I know everybody was playing their best. I was frustrated. On one hand, we were all around the field and secondly, we were being 'slaughtered'. I was really upset. Every week we come for the training match, most of the time we were being taken 'advantage'. Our defence was as thin as usual on every week, our mid is still trying to adapt without the presence of Darren and the uncles were all out with their full force. It is frustrating that after so long, we were still not finding ground. It seemed like the youths were still so 'inadequate' especially for the defence. Running out of position, committing unnecessarily, I'm not saying I'm good, I'm still learning. But I just feel that to enjoy the game, let's keep to the basic. Get the basic right and steady. I feel it so unfair that we have to play with the uncles when the whole team is so unprepared. I am not a soreloser. I believe in playing and losing a game with pride. But I don't believe in playing a lost game. And even as I reflected on why I reacted so badly, I realised I have alot of frusrtration at home with my dad. How he unfairly bully his way with my mum and my sis and me when we were young and there is nothing we could do about it. Even now he still push his way around. It makes me fuming mad when he bully my helpless mum. And I guess that's how i felt on the field. The helpless team was being 'bullied' and there's nothing 'much' I could do. (DISCLAIMER: It is a reaction. I am not saying that the uncles bullied us)
I admit I didn't react in a way justifying and glorifying to God. Maybe it is a Learning Moment for me. It is an area of my life that I have to deal with. Instead of turing to frustration, learn to be objective and positive in the approach. Definitely not easy. 27 years worth. But it is something that have to be dealt with.
Lord! May I find peace in You. In such times, may I not react negatively. Help me to deal with it positively. Help me to be an encourager in such times.
Friday, July 18, 2008
PERFECT = TOTAL SUBMISSION
In the midst of preparing a topic for the For Men For Women series during the Youth Fellowship. I was tasked to speak on the topic Premarital Sex. Hmmmmm. How interesting! So much things to talk but just not sure what to talk. Haha.....
Even as I was preparing for this topic, I was always reminded about principles. Why did God create or allow sex? What is His orignal intention for sex? It was meant for a man and woman, convenanted together, to enjoy in the relationship. That is the original intention. That is the principle.
It is so interesting to talk about this topic of Man and Woman. So much things, explanined and unexplained, explained again and again and I guess we can go all out to try to rationalise, emotionalised, physcialised and blah blah, but I think the key to all this is total SUBMISSION to the intention that the Lord has.
I was born into a family where there were alot of differences. Or rather the different one was my dad. (ops!) When I was very young, I always witnessed the quarrels and battles my parents went through. And mind you, most of the time, it was over so trival things. As I grew older, I came to a conclusion that for a couple to at least try to live in harmony, they need to have a lot of common interest, characteristics, lifestyle so as to minimise differences.
With that, that was my perception of perfect marriage. So for a while, I went around looking for the 'perfect' one. In my late teens and young adult period, there was something that really kept me puzzled but yet amazed. I had seen a few couples (in church)with quite obvious differences in characters, were genuinely happy living together, serving together. Initially, I kept observing them, 'hoping' that this examples are not in sync with my original perception. But I was proved wrong. After time, they were still living vey happily and in fact, their relationship was stronger. I wondered why. After much questioning, I realised that it was the Magnet theory. The opposite attracts. Though with differences, they most probably had tried to endure and to compliment each other in their differences. That must be it. A couple with very similiar views, characters will live happily together. Even if the couple is very different, they still can live happily together by enduring and complimenting each other in their differences. That's it! The perfect equation to a happy marriage. I thought I had found the answer to what men and women had been struggling all these generations. I was a genius. Hahaha! But, I realised a flaw. As much as I had try to equate a perfect formulae, why are there still failures in marriage? Many failures started off with couples who are compatible. Everybody around them also thinks so. But why did they still fail? And also many failures were due to irreconileable differences. So it seems obvious that differences can never co-exists together. Great! My theories are as good as the earth is square. There is no PERFECT marriage.
In my pursuit for an answer, I came to the Lord, the authentic Creator. As I seek and ask, the Lord impressed upon me this. Perfect = Total Submission. In a relationship, the key to success or at least harmony is TOTAL SUBMISSION to the Lord. Both the man and woman submit to the Lord. The wife submitting to the authority that the Lord has placed upon the husband. The husband submitting to the help that the Lord has send through the wife. This is the key to a PERFECT marriage. Let me qualify the word PERFECT marriage. It is not a state where differences, unhappiness and negative emotions are absent. But rather is that in such times, both the man and woman come before the Lord with their differences, surrendering their rights and submitting to the will of the Lord. The man is the head of the household not becoz he is of higher being but rather it is the authority that the Lord has placed upon him. So he has no right in the sense to bulldozer his way and rights in demanding that everything he says is right. And to all men, with great power comes great responsibility. If you cannot run the family well, be prepared to answer that to God. As well for the wives, you are not under the men becoz you are of lower being but rather the authority of the Lord is placed upon the men. The Lord has made wives to be the helper for their husbands. (most likely God thought that if you leave men alone or together, they will messed up the whole thing ;p )You can expressed your views and expectations but at times learn to take a step back and submit to the authority of the Lord. Even when the men is persistently stubborn and you know it is a wrong move (as long as it is not a major or fatal decision) In such case, let the men do their way. When things go wrong, just be there alongside with them to support them (and give the 'i-told-you-so' smile). There will never be a 'Fairy Tale Marriage' but you can choose to have a 'Godly Marriage'. TOTAL SUBMISSION to the Lord.
Well! I know with such a short reflection, it is not going to address much issues but I still believe in the principles, the original intention the Lord has. So I do hope that we, in pursue of anything, that we understand the principles that the Lord have for that matter. May we submit ourselves to the Lord's will in all things we do! Amen!
Even as I was preparing for this topic, I was always reminded about principles. Why did God create or allow sex? What is His orignal intention for sex? It was meant for a man and woman, convenanted together, to enjoy in the relationship. That is the original intention. That is the principle.
It is so interesting to talk about this topic of Man and Woman. So much things, explanined and unexplained, explained again and again and I guess we can go all out to try to rationalise, emotionalised, physcialised and blah blah, but I think the key to all this is total SUBMISSION to the intention that the Lord has.
I was born into a family where there were alot of differences. Or rather the different one was my dad. (ops!) When I was very young, I always witnessed the quarrels and battles my parents went through. And mind you, most of the time, it was over so trival things. As I grew older, I came to a conclusion that for a couple to at least try to live in harmony, they need to have a lot of common interest, characteristics, lifestyle so as to minimise differences.
With that, that was my perception of perfect marriage. So for a while, I went around looking for the 'perfect' one. In my late teens and young adult period, there was something that really kept me puzzled but yet amazed. I had seen a few couples (in church)with quite obvious differences in characters, were genuinely happy living together, serving together. Initially, I kept observing them, 'hoping' that this examples are not in sync with my original perception. But I was proved wrong. After time, they were still living vey happily and in fact, their relationship was stronger. I wondered why. After much questioning, I realised that it was the Magnet theory. The opposite attracts. Though with differences, they most probably had tried to endure and to compliment each other in their differences. That must be it. A couple with very similiar views, characters will live happily together. Even if the couple is very different, they still can live happily together by enduring and complimenting each other in their differences. That's it! The perfect equation to a happy marriage. I thought I had found the answer to what men and women had been struggling all these generations. I was a genius. Hahaha! But, I realised a flaw. As much as I had try to equate a perfect formulae, why are there still failures in marriage? Many failures started off with couples who are compatible. Everybody around them also thinks so. But why did they still fail? And also many failures were due to irreconileable differences. So it seems obvious that differences can never co-exists together. Great! My theories are as good as the earth is square. There is no PERFECT marriage.
In my pursuit for an answer, I came to the Lord, the authentic Creator. As I seek and ask, the Lord impressed upon me this. Perfect = Total Submission. In a relationship, the key to success or at least harmony is TOTAL SUBMISSION to the Lord. Both the man and woman submit to the Lord. The wife submitting to the authority that the Lord has placed upon the husband. The husband submitting to the help that the Lord has send through the wife. This is the key to a PERFECT marriage. Let me qualify the word PERFECT marriage. It is not a state where differences, unhappiness and negative emotions are absent. But rather is that in such times, both the man and woman come before the Lord with their differences, surrendering their rights and submitting to the will of the Lord. The man is the head of the household not becoz he is of higher being but rather it is the authority that the Lord has placed upon him. So he has no right in the sense to bulldozer his way and rights in demanding that everything he says is right. And to all men, with great power comes great responsibility. If you cannot run the family well, be prepared to answer that to God. As well for the wives, you are not under the men becoz you are of lower being but rather the authority of the Lord is placed upon the men. The Lord has made wives to be the helper for their husbands. (most likely God thought that if you leave men alone or together, they will messed up the whole thing ;p )You can expressed your views and expectations but at times learn to take a step back and submit to the authority of the Lord. Even when the men is persistently stubborn and you know it is a wrong move (as long as it is not a major or fatal decision) In such case, let the men do their way. When things go wrong, just be there alongside with them to support them (and give the 'i-told-you-so' smile). There will never be a 'Fairy Tale Marriage' but you can choose to have a 'Godly Marriage'. TOTAL SUBMISSION to the Lord.
Well! I know with such a short reflection, it is not going to address much issues but I still believe in the principles, the original intention the Lord has. So I do hope that we, in pursue of anything, that we understand the principles that the Lord have for that matter. May we submit ourselves to the Lord's will in all things we do! Amen!
Thursday, July 17, 2008
ChineseCampSkit (by the Youth)
The voice recording was pretty bad. So endure the different segments that have the 'screeching' sound! At the same time, enjoy!
(the 1st minute is black screen)
PART 01
PART 02
(the 1st minute is black screen)
PART 01
PART 02
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Toiletphobic
I am starting to have phobia of going to the singular toilet cubicle. It seems like I have enuff experience with unlocked doors. Nope! Not me forgetting to lock the door but opening the door to a surprised 'client'.(i am as much shocked as the client) All these experiences have been in my church. Twice were 2 ladies. Thkfully, I have a habit of opening the door a distance away where my vision is restricted. So I only see slight body movement and I panicked and screeched with a quick closing of the door. Waaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh. Traumastised. Another incident was when I opened the door and see someone in an awkward position. Hehehehehe. Somebody was standing beside the basin with 1 leg in the basin. I was stunned for a few seconds. And it was somebody whom I knew who turned around, looked at me and smiled. I nearly fainted. Another was somebody brought a girl from OLO to the toilet and forget to lock. Wah. I opened the door and the helper was like staring at me giving me the shocked look. I think the little girl was also frightened. Happily doing her 'biz' and there appeared a big bad wolf! hahahha! I was so paiseh! Haizzzzz...........
Now it leaves a shadow in my life. Now I am so cautious when I visit toilet. I will make sure I knock the door to ensure that no existing client is still in the midst of biz dealing. And also, I am paranoid over if I have locked the doors myself. I will over a few times keep checking if the door is locked. ARhhhhhhhhhh................. What have I done to myself? I think I may need to see a psychiatrist soon. hahahahahahaha
Now it leaves a shadow in my life. Now I am so cautious when I visit toilet. I will make sure I knock the door to ensure that no existing client is still in the midst of biz dealing. And also, I am paranoid over if I have locked the doors myself. I will over a few times keep checking if the door is locked. ARhhhhhhhhhh................. What have I done to myself? I think I may need to see a psychiatrist soon. hahahahahahaha
Dig a HOLE
Dig a hole to bury myself, thinking that it will go away. It did not!
Dig a hole, the deeper the better, thinking that it will be well hidden away. It did not! In fact, the deeper it was the more sorrowful it became.
Dig a hole and hide the hole, hoping for an eye for an eye. I did not!
Then, why am I painstakingly digging a hole? I don't know! It seems like I never wanted to dig a hole but now the spade is in my hand. What can I do? What should I do?
The answer seems to be dig a hole and then cover it up again! I don't know what it means. Maybe in the future, the Lord will bring light to the 'hole'.
Dig a hole, the deeper the better, thinking that it will be well hidden away. It did not! In fact, the deeper it was the more sorrowful it became.
Dig a hole and hide the hole, hoping for an eye for an eye. I did not!
Then, why am I painstakingly digging a hole? I don't know! It seems like I never wanted to dig a hole but now the spade is in my hand. What can I do? What should I do?
The answer seems to be dig a hole and then cover it up again! I don't know what it means. Maybe in the future, the Lord will bring light to the 'hole'.
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Tulip
First time dealing with Tulip! Wah, super hard siah! The stem like 'nuah nuah chi buah' type one. Cannot fix at one position. Had a hard time trying to make a bouquet. But finally finish, though not too satisfied but still a commendable effort! hahaha!
Youth Sunday
Some photos of the Youth Sunday in church (morning)
and soccer match (late afternoon)
Act Cute! What else can we do! :)
............................
Ok! Spot the rose among the thorns!!!
Can't find the rose? Try again.............
My small group! So blessed to have them! (missing: Ding Yi, Wei Peng, Jamie and Natanielle)
An arty foto tat i took!
I'm quite pro at taking this jumping photo alreadi! hahaahaha!
The Boss.........................
Don't they all look good in this colours!!!
Talking about looking good! hahaha.............
The picture sums up the story! We are the victorious MACHO BOYS!
It's me with the trophy! Won this Youth Cup with the youths for the 2nd time over 3 seasons. I wonder how long i can play for the youths........
and soccer match (late afternoon)
Act Cute! What else can we do! :)
............................
Ok! Spot the rose among the thorns!!!
Can't find the rose? Try again.............
My small group! So blessed to have them! (missing: Ding Yi, Wei Peng, Jamie and Natanielle)
An arty foto tat i took!
I'm quite pro at taking this jumping photo alreadi! hahaahaha!
The Boss.........................
Don't they all look good in this colours!!!
Talking about looking good! hahaha.............
The picture sums up the story! We are the victorious MACHO BOYS!
It's me with the trophy! Won this Youth Cup with the youths for the 2nd time over 3 seasons. I wonder how long i can play for the youths........
Monday, July 07, 2008
TESTIFY TO LOVE
The youths of SACC dance to this piece of beautiful music. (Video of the dance will be up shortly. The dance is choreographed by Wen Yuan)
Sunday, July 06, 2008
CamProstitue
Honestly, I have no idea who came up with this word - Camwhore. I doubt if the word even existed. Someone just decided to be cheeky about it. Yes! I know in this new era, almost everybody has a camera and it is so convenient and everybody can take photos at any time, any where, any how and any whatever. But that does not mean we can anyhow use such a word to describe such action. Well! If you care to check the dictionary, whore simply means prostiute. I dun see any compliment or excitement in camprostituting myself. I dun know. The world is going into this time where there is so much freedom of speech that there is little or no integrity and dignity left. What's next? CamFxxx? I dun know! I'm not perfect! I am still subsceptible to vulgar and crude language but at least I'm aware and I know I make an effort to change. For every unworthy word we splurt out, it brings injustice to what Christ has done on the cross.
So what say you???
So what say you???
Friday, July 04, 2008
Aunties
Aunties. You find them in neighbourhood, you find them in the market, you find them in supermarket, you find them in malls, you find them on public transport, you find them outside school, you find them at community centre, you find them at coffee shop. Everywhere you go there will be aunties. How amazing!
I remember 2 seperate incidents on the bus where there were a group of aunties. The first incident: A group of 4 aunties were happily chit-chatting on the bus. They seemed to be very engrossed in their conversation. Paying a little more attention, I realised that they were talking about the market. NOpe! Not the stock market. I meant the PASAR market. They were happily outbeating each other on who paid the least price. And they were also exchanging their magical tips on what kind of food is good for what illness or health. Amazing. When you look them in their faces, you see the zeal and the fulfillment. The second incident was of similiar scenario where the 2 aunties were relating their daily 'adventures'.
Why am i bringing up the topic of aunties? To poke fun of them. Never. Even though their conversations may seemingly seem uninteresting and unproductive, I realised something valuable they have and most of us don't have. TIME. Honestly, they have the whole world to themselves in that sense. With that ample time, these aunties are free to roam around. And do you see what power and significant role they can play in sharing the good news. Well! Maybe it is time that someone help to raise this Christian Homemakers and stir them to spread the Gospel. Even if they are not Christians, these homemakers can really contribute alot to the society by being volunteers to the many charitable homes and services. I am not sure if you see the impact I see. But for me, salute to all the AUNTIES out there!
But sometimes aunties can be also quite funny in an interesting way. I had an inflamation on a patch skin under my left chin. It kinda swell up so one side of my face is puffed up. SO this auntie came up to me and commented, “显杰啊，你是不是又发胖了？：”(Xianjie arh, you put on weight is it?) I am very sure I have been maintaining my diet and watching my weight so why have i put on weight. Then I remember my swollen cheek. Ai yoh! I feel like telling tat auntie, Have you seen someone put on weight on one side of the cheek? Hahahahaha!!!! Amazing how auntie operates.
Wah! My cheek really in pain. The swelling is causing the pain. Seen a doctor and was given anti-biotics. Now surviving on Paracementol to curb the pain. Well! Lesson learn. Keep your shaving blade clean. T_T
I remember 2 seperate incidents on the bus where there were a group of aunties. The first incident: A group of 4 aunties were happily chit-chatting on the bus. They seemed to be very engrossed in their conversation. Paying a little more attention, I realised that they were talking about the market. NOpe! Not the stock market. I meant the PASAR market. They were happily outbeating each other on who paid the least price. And they were also exchanging their magical tips on what kind of food is good for what illness or health. Amazing. When you look them in their faces, you see the zeal and the fulfillment. The second incident was of similiar scenario where the 2 aunties were relating their daily 'adventures'.
Why am i bringing up the topic of aunties? To poke fun of them. Never. Even though their conversations may seemingly seem uninteresting and unproductive, I realised something valuable they have and most of us don't have. TIME. Honestly, they have the whole world to themselves in that sense. With that ample time, these aunties are free to roam around. And do you see what power and significant role they can play in sharing the good news. Well! Maybe it is time that someone help to raise this Christian Homemakers and stir them to spread the Gospel. Even if they are not Christians, these homemakers can really contribute alot to the society by being volunteers to the many charitable homes and services. I am not sure if you see the impact I see. But for me, salute to all the AUNTIES out there!
But sometimes aunties can be also quite funny in an interesting way. I had an inflamation on a patch skin under my left chin. It kinda swell up so one side of my face is puffed up. SO this auntie came up to me and commented, “显杰啊，你是不是又发胖了？：”(Xianjie arh, you put on weight is it?) I am very sure I have been maintaining my diet and watching my weight so why have i put on weight. Then I remember my swollen cheek. Ai yoh! I feel like telling tat auntie, Have you seen someone put on weight on one side of the cheek? Hahahahaha!!!! Amazing how auntie operates.
Wah! My cheek really in pain. The swelling is causing the pain. Seen a doctor and was given anti-biotics. Now surviving on Paracementol to curb the pain. Well! Lesson learn. Keep your shaving blade clean. T_T
Monday, June 30, 2008
Mind our own biz??
It seems tat as I grew older, things get more complex. There are so much things that requires attention and care for and you try as much as to mind your own biz. You have enuff worries and problems to take care. But yet there are times, pple's biz becomes your biz. And you can't help wondering why you have to bear the aftermath of somebody's biz.
Sometimes, i just hate it. People out there dun think. Or they think but they think so narrowly. I am not saying that I am better than them. I just can't help to think why there are people who can do things without thinking or worse, they think they think but it is as good as not thinking.
Somebody said this (very mean but i cannot agree anymore):" Our brain is in the head not in the ass. Dun just sit on it. Think!"
The feeling sucks. Slipping in and out of doing what is right in God's eyes and doing what is just in my own rights. Haizzzzzz...........
Jehovah Rapha, let Your work be done in my life. Help me learn to see beyond myself.
Sometimes, i just hate it. People out there dun think. Or they think but they think so narrowly. I am not saying that I am better than them. I just can't help to think why there are people who can do things without thinking or worse, they think they think but it is as good as not thinking.
Somebody said this (very mean but i cannot agree anymore):" Our brain is in the head not in the ass. Dun just sit on it. Think!"
The feeling sucks. Slipping in and out of doing what is right in God's eyes and doing what is just in my own rights. Haizzzzzz...........
Jehovah Rapha, let Your work be done in my life. Help me learn to see beyond myself.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Finally got to watch Narnia on the big screen. Had a 'sneak' preview and I thought it was worthwhile to watch in the cinema. Thank God for Shu Ling, a good fren who accompanied me to watch. Watch it at Orchard Cineleisure. The seats are abit uncomfortable. Not enuff shoulder rest. End up having shoulder cramp. Haha! And it is a great fun way to eat Subway in the cinema. Totally messy. I couldn't even see wat i was eating. My first time eating Teriyaki Chicken. Delicious. I always stick to Meatball or Turkey Breast. Not adventurous.
Well! Coming back to the show, i would give an overall 7.5/10. The development of the show is fluid but it did not really build up to the climax. The graphics are simple and bearable (pls do not compare this with LOTR). The humor sense is quite evident throughout the show. The romance is a bit too quick. It's like erhhhh......... so fast, this is called infatuation. (ok, i know, i'm not romantic) But I expected more..... Haha! For me, the touching scene will be Lucy meeting Aslan and how intimate she was towards Aslan. Haha! Well! I would strongly recommend all to watch this.
Well! Coming back to the show, i would give an overall 7.5/10. The development of the show is fluid but it did not really build up to the climax. The graphics are simple and bearable (pls do not compare this with LOTR). The humor sense is quite evident throughout the show. The romance is a bit too quick. It's like erhhhh......... so fast, this is called infatuation. (ok, i know, i'm not romantic) But I expected more..... Haha! For me, the touching scene will be Lucy meeting Aslan and how intimate she was towards Aslan. Haha! Well! I would strongly recommend all to watch this.
Monday, June 16, 2008
Saturday, June 07, 2008
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Neverending
For that moment, it seemed like this barrier was overcomed.
Too easy....... Way too easy...........
Now it is back with a bite.............
I cannot react......... I must not react.........
I simply can only hold on and pray...............
It is going to be neverending....................
Even before the race has started.................
Neverending......................................
Too easy....... Way too easy...........
Now it is back with a bite.............
I cannot react......... I must not react.........
I simply can only hold on and pray...............
It is going to be neverending....................
Even before the race has started.................
Neverending......................................
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Personally, I feel this is a movie worth watching. Technically, I have not watched it but I think it has alot of values installed in it. Well, many people will compare it with Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and etc etc. I am quite sure tat in terms of effects, graphics and settings, the Narnia cannot match up. But yet in the simplicity, a bigger message is availed to us.
This is one movie I won't miss. Anybody keen???? I'm free after 3 June................
Here's one soundtrack tat I find it quite lovely....
THE CALL
It started out as a feeling
Which then grew into a hope
Which then turned into a quiet thought
Which then turned into a quiet word
And then that word grew louder and louder
'Til it was a battle cry
I'll come back
When you call me
No need to say goodbye
Just because everything's changing
Doesn't mean it's never
Been this way before
All you can do is try to know
Who your friends are
As you head off to the war
Pick a star on the dark horizon
And follow the light
You'll come back
When it's over
No need to say good bye
Now we're back to the beginning
It's just a feeling and now one knows yet
But just because they can't feel it too
Doesn't mean that you have to forget
Let your memories grow stronger ans stronger
'Til they're before your eyes
You'll come back
When it's over
No need to say good bye
This is one movie I won't miss. Anybody keen???? I'm free after 3 June................
Here's one soundtrack tat I find it quite lovely....
THE CALL
It started out as a feeling
Which then grew into a hope
Which then turned into a quiet thought
Which then turned into a quiet word
And then that word grew louder and louder
'Til it was a battle cry
I'll come back
When you call me
No need to say goodbye
Just because everything's changing
Doesn't mean it's never
Been this way before
All you can do is try to know
Who your friends are
As you head off to the war
Pick a star on the dark horizon
And follow the light
You'll come back
When it's over
No need to say good bye
Now we're back to the beginning
It's just a feeling and now one knows yet
But just because they can't feel it too
Doesn't mean that you have to forget
Let your memories grow stronger ans stronger
'Til they're before your eyes
You'll come back
When it's over
No need to say good bye
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
显杰在吃花
哈哈！我在花吃。。。。
我在想，竟然我已经登了两位我喜欢的女明星，不如把剩余的女明星也透露。
第一位：
喜欢她的戏剧： １．Ｃｏｕｎｔｒｙ Ｓｐｉｒｉｔ 酒是故鄉醇 (2001)
２．Ｗａｒ ａｎｄ Ｂｅａｕｔｙ 金枝玉孽 (2004)
第二位：
第三位：
Well! These are the actresses whom I think are very good actresses. Pretty and can act. Haha! Ok! You may think I am just attracted to their beauty right. Nope! I think more importantly they can act. Next time round, I will put up ACTORS whom I think are good actors, okie...........
我在想，竟然我已经登了两位我喜欢的女明星，不如把剩余的女明星也透露。
第一位：
佘诗曼 Ｃｈａｒｍａｉｎｅ Ｓｈｅｈ
喜欢她的戏剧： １．Ｃｏｕｎｔｒｙ Ｓｐｉｒｉｔ 酒是故鄉醇 (2001)
２．Ｗａｒ ａｎｄ Ｂｅａｕｔｙ 金枝玉孽 (2004)
３．Ｔｈｅ Ｄａｎｃｅ ｏｆ Ｐａｓｓｉｏｎ 火舞黃沙 (2006)
第二位：
蔡少芬 Ａｄａ Ｃｈｏｉ
喜欢她的戏剧： １．Ｆａｔｅ Ｔｗｉｓｔｅｒ 黑夜彩虹 (2003)
２．Ｔｈｅ Ｄａｎｃｅ ｏｆ Ｐａｓｓｉｏｎ 火舞黃沙 (2006)
第三位：
林心如 Ｒｕｂｙ Ｌｉｎ
喜欢她的戏剧： １．还珠格格 １和 ２
Well! These are the actresses whom I think are very good actresses. Pretty and can act. Haha! Ok! You may think I am just attracted to their beauty right. Nope! I think more importantly they can act. Next time round, I will put up ACTORS whom I think are good actors, okie...........
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
me and ME
haha! So funny! Was looking through all my school progress reports. The 2 most interesting ones are my Kindergarten and Primary school. It's like you look at the result or the comment and you go wondering, "hmmmm... interesting. I didn't know that!". Hahahaha!
Kindergaten:
A fast worker but must learn to do his work neatly - 1st Yr, 1st semester
(I guess as age catches up, the speed slows down.)
He can do his work well. But must try to converse in English more often - 1st Yr, 2nd semester
(haha! Still remember my England last time really koyak. At that time, I was more china-piah. But den dun know why my chinese also not very good now.... haiz.......)
Xianjie is active and he enjoys playing dough. Xianjie is good in his number concept - 2nd Yr, 1st semester
(that explains why I like to cook........ Ambition: HOUSEHUSBAND)
Xianjie is a bright and helpful boy. He can get along well with his classmates - 2nd Yr, 2nd semester
(wah... my leaving testimony........ I WAS a bright and helpful boy.......hahahahaha)
So many years have passed. I was once this little boy then. I do have some vivid memories of those young days. I guess those are the incidents that left deep marks in my life. Most of which are not so fond memories though. One of which was during Music Lesson. We were taught the hand-sign for the Doe Ray Me. And I had a real hard time matching the note with the sign. And the teacher was like saying, "If you cannot do it, I'm not going to release from class." Being the cry-baby and timid one, I was so close to tearing. But thkfully by sheer forced memorising, I got away. But it left a 'scratch' on me. haha!
Another incident was during an assignment. In the workbook, there's this picture of a man with many accessories on and around him. We were supposed to colour the picture. Being the 'don't read the instructions' one, I happily painted the picture with colours that I deem best. Guess what? I'm suppose to colour specific items with specific colours. When I finished colouring, my teacher saw my work and was furious. Kinda reprimanded me. Maybe not very angry lah but being the cry-baby and timid one, I couldn't help it but switch on the tap. That left another 'scartch'.
Wah.... You must be wondering why my childhood so marred with sad incidents rite. NO lah! There are happy moments. In fact, most of my younger childhood times are happy moments. I remember once during Physical Education time, I did a marvelous thing. SO proud of myself. At the end of the lesson, the teacher grouped us into a few groups. She wanted us to compete who can jump the furthest. The person who can jump the furthest will be able to go back class first with his/her group. And guess what? Hahaha!! I am the "JUMPER". Woo hoooo......... You can imagine how much glory and attention you get from the rest, especially from the girls..... heheehehehehe (Slap! Slap!)
And I love the year-end party. Every year, the school will hold a year-end party. Wah...... The amount of goodies on the tables were like many, many, many. Haha! It seemed like we could never finsih all the goodies. I always wish that I could 'ta bao' some back. Just some. A few NTUC bags will suffice. hahahahahhaha..............
Hahahaha! I still remember my small little crush on this girl in my class. hahahaha. Can't remember much. I think she was pretty petite and soft-spoken one. Then on her birthday, I have to persuade my mum to help me buy this little coin-pouch for her. hahahaha........ Silly things I do..................
Primary School
The interesting comment worth mentioning is this:
"Is very accurate in tune and rhythm."
Wahahahahahahhahaha. Tune maybe. Rhythm? hahahahahahahaha. I can't even play a tambourine for nuts. Hahahahahahha. Maybe I lost it along the years.
Primary school years had been good to me but also at the same time, left deep impacts in my life.
I still remember that during Primary 1, parents were allowed to stay in the sch compound for the 1st week. So my mum would be there at the early classes before going home. Afterwhich on the 2nd week, she wasn't allowed to. And being the cry-baby and timid one, and not able to be in the comfort zone of my mum, I simply just cried. But I was brave boy okie. I didn't cry out loud. I just simply lied low and sob in silence.
My english was also pathetic in the initial years. And my learning style is by visual and I was lousy big times learning thru audio. So I really suffered alot. I remember for Art Class, we usually need to do a Portfolio. We used vanguard sheet to do it. The teacher was like saying, "Please go and buy a vanguard sheet and do up the portfolio.'' I was like, "Huh? wat ??? sheet?" I went home trying despeartely to explain, describe, hand-signalled, do everything to tell them I needed to buy this dun know wat sheet. hahaha
Interestinly, I reaslised I don't do well for major exams. During my first 3 years, I was at least within the top 20% of the school. However, during my P3 streaming, I've dropped to 30%. I was streamed into the 2nd class and I was like one of the last few who scrapped into the class. Hahha! Den during P4 streaming, I was streamed into the 3rd class. Wahhhhh......... I tot as one gets older, suppose to become smarter rite. It seemed like the other way round for me. Den I guess I worked very hard during P6. During mid year, I was 5th in class and 3rd at my final year exam. Hahhaha...... It seemed like I was going to do pretty well for PSLE. Should get at least a 240 or even more. Could follow my sister's footstep, go to Dunman High. Hahahhaha! And as expected, I couldn't perform. When PSLE result came out, I was like kinda in the lower 1/2 of the class. I nearly ....(no, i din't cry). Hahahhahaha......
Hahahhaahahahaha................ So interesting. I think next time when I die and see God, I would ask Him to upload my lifestory on Youtube, den I can view it. So interesting to watch my own life.......................................
Kindergaten:
A fast worker but must learn to do his work neatly - 1st Yr, 1st semester
(I guess as age catches up, the speed slows down.)
He can do his work well. But must try to converse in English more often - 1st Yr, 2nd semester
(haha! Still remember my England last time really koyak. At that time, I was more china-piah. But den dun know why my chinese also not very good now.... haiz.......)
Xianjie is active and he enjoys playing dough. Xianjie is good in his number concept - 2nd Yr, 1st semester
(that explains why I like to cook........ Ambition: HOUSEHUSBAND)
Xianjie is a bright and helpful boy. He can get along well with his classmates - 2nd Yr, 2nd semester
(wah... my leaving testimony........ I WAS a bright and helpful boy.......hahahahaha)
So many years have passed. I was once this little boy then. I do have some vivid memories of those young days. I guess those are the incidents that left deep marks in my life. Most of which are not so fond memories though. One of which was during Music Lesson. We were taught the hand-sign for the Doe Ray Me. And I had a real hard time matching the note with the sign. And the teacher was like saying, "If you cannot do it, I'm not going to release from class." Being the cry-baby and timid one, I was so close to tearing. But thkfully by sheer forced memorising, I got away. But it left a 'scratch' on me. haha!
Another incident was during an assignment. In the workbook, there's this picture of a man with many accessories on and around him. We were supposed to colour the picture. Being the 'don't read the instructions' one, I happily painted the picture with colours that I deem best. Guess what? I'm suppose to colour specific items with specific colours. When I finished colouring, my teacher saw my work and was furious. Kinda reprimanded me. Maybe not very angry lah but being the cry-baby and timid one, I couldn't help it but switch on the tap. That left another 'scartch'.
Wah.... You must be wondering why my childhood so marred with sad incidents rite. NO lah! There are happy moments. In fact, most of my younger childhood times are happy moments. I remember once during Physical Education time, I did a marvelous thing. SO proud of myself. At the end of the lesson, the teacher grouped us into a few groups. She wanted us to compete who can jump the furthest. The person who can jump the furthest will be able to go back class first with his/her group. And guess what? Hahaha!! I am the "JUMPER". Woo hoooo......... You can imagine how much glory and attention you get from the rest, especially from the girls..... heheehehehehe (Slap! Slap!)
And I love the year-end party. Every year, the school will hold a year-end party. Wah...... The amount of goodies on the tables were like many, many, many. Haha! It seemed like we could never finsih all the goodies. I always wish that I could 'ta bao' some back. Just some. A few NTUC bags will suffice. hahahahahhaha..............
Hahahaha! I still remember my small little crush on this girl in my class. hahahaha. Can't remember much. I think she was pretty petite and soft-spoken one. Then on her birthday, I have to persuade my mum to help me buy this little coin-pouch for her. hahahaha........ Silly things I do..................
Primary School
The interesting comment worth mentioning is this:
"Is very accurate in tune and rhythm."
Wahahahahahahhahaha. Tune maybe. Rhythm? hahahahahahahaha. I can't even play a tambourine for nuts. Hahahahahahha. Maybe I lost it along the years.
Primary school years had been good to me but also at the same time, left deep impacts in my life.
I still remember that during Primary 1, parents were allowed to stay in the sch compound for the 1st week. So my mum would be there at the early classes before going home. Afterwhich on the 2nd week, she wasn't allowed to. And being the cry-baby and timid one, and not able to be in the comfort zone of my mum, I simply just cried. But I was brave boy okie. I didn't cry out loud. I just simply lied low and sob in silence.
My english was also pathetic in the initial years. And my learning style is by visual and I was lousy big times learning thru audio. So I really suffered alot. I remember for Art Class, we usually need to do a Portfolio. We used vanguard sheet to do it. The teacher was like saying, "Please go and buy a vanguard sheet and do up the portfolio.'' I was like, "Huh? wat ??? sheet?" I went home trying despeartely to explain, describe, hand-signalled, do everything to tell them I needed to buy this dun know wat sheet. hahaha
Interestinly, I reaslised I don't do well for major exams. During my first 3 years, I was at least within the top 20% of the school. However, during my P3 streaming, I've dropped to 30%. I was streamed into the 2nd class and I was like one of the last few who scrapped into the class. Hahha! Den during P4 streaming, I was streamed into the 3rd class. Wahhhhh......... I tot as one gets older, suppose to become smarter rite. It seemed like the other way round for me. Den I guess I worked very hard during P6. During mid year, I was 5th in class and 3rd at my final year exam. Hahhaha...... It seemed like I was going to do pretty well for PSLE. Should get at least a 240 or even more. Could follow my sister's footstep, go to Dunman High. Hahahhaha! And as expected, I couldn't perform. When PSLE result came out, I was like kinda in the lower 1/2 of the class. I nearly ....(no, i din't cry). Hahahhahaha......
Hahahhaahahahaha................ So interesting. I think next time when I die and see God, I would ask Him to upload my lifestory on Youtube, den I can view it. So interesting to watch my own life.......................................
Concern? Try again
People have the desire to know information. Not just any ordinary information. Updated, juicy, attractive information. That's what they want. Who cares about a smelly, flies-filled sock information. With these 'precious' information, it gives them the upper hand. It makes them the 'first' to share the information. It makes the 'one' who has the ability to share the most updated information which others have no hands into. And with these desires, they seek for more news.
Sometimes, I get these feelings as well. People just want to know the first-hand information about you. They will say it's out of concern and blah blah blah. And when you are coax into sharing the 'juicy' news, you never hear from them talking to you about the issue. It's like......erh..........(shake head). And worse is you know they are talking behind your back about the issue. And instead of checking things with you, they go around double-guessing, rumouring and gossiping about it. You cannot help but feel like .......... NVM. I don't talk about it openly does not mean I'm not open to talk about it. If you got things to ask, ask me directly. Dun go round guessing or asking. The one who know the best would be me, myself. And if you are genuinely concerned, pls show concern.
Sometimes, I get these feelings as well. People just want to know the first-hand information about you. They will say it's out of concern and blah blah blah. And when you are coax into sharing the 'juicy' news, you never hear from them talking to you about the issue. It's like......erh..........(shake head). And worse is you know they are talking behind your back about the issue. And instead of checking things with you, they go around double-guessing, rumouring and gossiping about it. You cannot help but feel like .......... NVM. I don't talk about it openly does not mean I'm not open to talk about it. If you got things to ask, ask me directly. Dun go round guessing or asking. The one who know the best would be me, myself. And if you are genuinely concerned, pls show concern.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Friday, May 09, 2008
Going Holland? Nope! I'm Chinese
Haha! Treated a fren at Crystal Jade. Den she was saying if want to go Dutch. I was like 'huh'??? Ok me SK2. Fine. Well, I still learn a new term. Go Dutch means pay for your own share. Haha....... So I was like saying, Go Chinese where everyone will say to one another, "Let me pay!" (But with no real intention to pay; just saying out of courtesy and trying to act generous)
Hahahahaha..............
Hahahahaha..............
Thursday, May 08, 2008
易默
不知为什么很“易默”（emo - my translation“容易沉默＂)
特别是对责任感有一点感触。
特别是对那些没有责任感的人很反感，很痛恨。
真的很想狠狠地痛骂，狠狠地耻辱他们。
心中的苦毒必须删除。
心中必须要有主的喜乐，平安，慈爱。。。
好难。。好难。。
请主赐给我力量。
特别是对责任感有一点感触。
特别是对那些没有责任感的人很反感，很痛恨。
真的很想狠狠地痛骂，狠狠地耻辱他们。
心中的苦毒必须删除。
心中必须要有主的喜乐，平安，慈爱。。。
好难。。好难。。
请主赐给我力量。
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
偶像剧 - 《猪脚》
我的生命就像一部偶像剧。
多可笑，多可悲的剧情都已发生。
有时真的觉得很无奈，很凄凉。
如果我是男主角的话，那还没关系。
男主角不会死，就算剧情有多糟，结局总是美好的。
但如果是配角，下场就不一定是好的。
我要做男主角而不是男‘猪脚‘。
多可笑，多可悲的剧情都已发生。
有时真的觉得很无奈，很凄凉。
如果我是男主角的话，那还没关系。
男主角不会死，就算剧情有多糟，结局总是美好的。
但如果是配角，下场就不一定是好的。
我要做男主角而不是男‘猪脚‘。
喜新厌旧？
Haizzz.....Why she changed her name? I like her old name. Haizz. 陈凤玲, so nice to call. Now change to 陈靓瑄. Haiz.... One of my fav actress. Haiz. Why change name? Haiz... I also dun know why haizzzing about.! haahahaahhahahaha... lalalalalalalala
Saturday, May 03, 2008
师奶杀手
Auntie: 哎哟！显杰，你瘦了很多leh.. 你还要再瘦下去啊？这样已经很好看了。
ME：哈哈！还有肥肉要减。
Auntie：不要减了。已经够瘦了。
ME：（对着Auntie笑）。。。。
（心里想着； ｈａｉｚ．． 我不要Ａｕｎｔｉｅ夸我。我要‘妹妹’夸我。）
没有啦！健康的瘦最好。。。
So funny............... The aunties are all so sweet and lovely. I'm re-enacting not becoz I'm irritated but in fact, I find it very amusing. Haha! The aunties will be very concerned and keep assuring me that I look good and is in good shape. But the fact is I DO LOOK GOOD. Dun you agree? :) hmmmm................ Some of you just puke onto your PC screen..... Fine......... Hahaha.....
Well, auntie. Yes, I want to slim down not so much for good look but good health. So just another 10 more kg to lose. So aunties, dun worry too much for me. I will take good care of myself. Hahahahahaha.....................
ME：哈哈！还有肥肉要减。
Auntie：不要减了。已经够瘦了。
ME：（对着Auntie笑）。。。。
（心里想着； ｈａｉｚ．． 我不要Ａｕｎｔｉｅ夸我。我要‘妹妹’夸我。）
没有啦！健康的瘦最好。。。
So funny............... The aunties are all so sweet and lovely. I'm re-enacting not becoz I'm irritated but in fact, I find it very amusing. Haha! The aunties will be very concerned and keep assuring me that I look good and is in good shape. But the fact is I DO LOOK GOOD. Dun you agree? :) hmmmm................ Some of you just puke onto your PC screen..... Fine......... Hahaha.....
Well, auntie. Yes, I want to slim down not so much for good look but good health. So just another 10 more kg to lose. So aunties, dun worry too much for me. I will take good care of myself. Hahahahahaha.....................
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Closing Another Chapter
I strongly sensed it is going nowhere. There's no green light from above. The best thing is to bring the whole chapter to a close. Yes. Moving on! I want to be happy.
The joy of the Lord be my strength.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
8-1
A match with Teen Challenge. 8 - 1. We lost. haha! Though we lost by such a margin, I think we in fact had pushed ourselves to another milestone. We played with 11 players and 2 subsitution. And the team was not the best mixed. And we were playing a full 90 minute match in a large field. We played ourselves out. We pressed on. We did our best. We gave our best fight ever. We won.
But it's really hard to play while being sick. I haven't recovered from my bronchitis. But even then, I tot my fitness has improved. Though I didn't manage to last through the whole match, I must say I've done well, considering I was still sick. Well! I guess I just have to keep working on my fitness. And also to put my legs to the test. Both calves gave way 3/4 through the match. And my whole body is now in an override mode. It's running on who-knows-wat energy. Haha! I can feel tat my body is going to break apart tmr. Lord! Please keep me together. : )
But it's really hard to play while being sick. I haven't recovered from my bronchitis. But even then, I tot my fitness has improved. Though I didn't manage to last through the whole match, I must say I've done well, considering I was still sick. Well! I guess I just have to keep working on my fitness. And also to put my legs to the test. Both calves gave way 3/4 through the match. And my whole body is now in an override mode. It's running on who-knows-wat energy. Haha! I can feel tat my body is going to break apart tmr. Lord! Please keep me together. : )
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
How To Make A Meal
Wahahaaha! I am home alone for at least a week or so. Can do whatever I want. And finally I am more or less recovered from my sickness, I decide to cook myself a meal. Hahaha! Went NTUC to buy my ingredients.
22 April (LUNCH)
BLACK SAUCED CHICKEN with EE MEE and some POTATO CUBES
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breast Meat (marinated with black sauce, soya sauce, 5 Spice Powder, Seasame Oil)
- Potato, cubed
- Ee Mee
How To:
- Fry the Potato till golden brown
- Grilled the Chicken Breast Meat till cook (obviously)
- Cook the Ee Mee in hot water
- When all are done, display nicely on plate.
The breast meat actually came from a whole chicken. Here's the head of the chicken which I chopped off.
REVENGE OF THE HEADLESS CHICKEN
My Dinner: Egg with Ham, Potato and LongBean Sandwich
Muahahahaha.... Interesting...
22 April (LUNCH)
BLACK SAUCED CHICKEN with EE MEE and some POTATO CUBES
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breast Meat (marinated with black sauce, soya sauce, 5 Spice Powder, Seasame Oil)
- Potato, cubed
- Ee Mee
How To:
- Fry the Potato till golden brown
- Grilled the Chicken Breast Meat till cook (obviously)
- Cook the Ee Mee in hot water
- When all are done, display nicely on plate.
Actually quite nice except I was a bit too generous on the soya sauce.
The breast meat actually came from a whole chicken. Here's the head of the chicken which I chopped off.
REVENGE OF THE HEADLESS CHICKEN
My Dinner: Egg with Ham, Potato and LongBean Sandwich
Muahahahaha.... Interesting...
Cambodia 2008 April
10 April, 6:50am
-Day of Departure
-Photo taken after checking in luggage
-By God's grace and favour, we manage to squeeze in the excess 30kg worth of used-clothes.
- And Ephraim is attempting to assualt my head. Relax, Ephraim, I'm not taking your dad away. He's coming back in a week's time. Okie!
- Transit in Siem Reap
- Photo taken in the airport toilet
- This photo was displayed right above the urinal. I am still wondering if it is saying NO LITTERING or NO WASHING OF HANDS???
- Finally reached Phnom Penh
- Cleared the custom
- Rad fetched us
- Photo taken in CCOP
- Nope! It's not the piece of Saich Jrook we are having for lunch. It's Wen Yuan's hands. Rashes were developing.
- 2 New dogs in CCOP
- 1 is called Bobbie and the other I think is Frankie. And honestly I can't remember which one is which. :p
- Now Milo is not alone. :)
- We all on the back of the truck. Making our way to Pursat Province.
- The 'National' Costume of the Singaporean in Cambodia (since 1998)
- An amazing sight while travelling. From afar, you can see a clear distinction between the area that is raining and the area that isn't.
- I like to take photos of the nature. This one I like it alot. There is a name for this type of cloud. Not sure if it's called Columbus Cloud or something like tat lah!
- Children Ministry @ Ksaet Borei. Erh... I was not slacking at the back okie.....
- See... I played the guitar.
- Teaching the children some songs.
- Tooth Brushing exercise. Teaching them to take good care of their teeth.
- Open-air Kitchen. The floor has been recently cemented. Previously was just dirt ground.
- A little pretty pink flower growing out from underneath the staircase. And into the middle of the week, somebody plucked it away. Arhhhhhhhh.......
- Prayer before going for prayer walk and visitation in the village
- Setting off into the village. Dar dar dar nul knong bongle...
- Praying for the church members.
- This litte girl toddler was spotted playing with a bucket of coconut husks under the staircase. Her eyes caught my heart.
- Another one of those nature photos! :)
- Power Rider in Ksaet Borei. Helps to train your legs. Yah rite! Manual water pump.
- Sprite bottle used to its max.
- This was once the river in Ksaet Borei. They diverted the waters in 2002 or 2003. Now it is just sand. The river meant so much to me. My 1st trip to Cambodia. My 1st time bathing in a river. And this is the river where I have gotten my Khmer name - Kro Bei SungHupBorei (Singapore Water Buffalo) Sob sob sob.... Memories.
- Children Outreach
- Games
- My toy car.
- My toy house. Church in Ksaet Borei.
- Colourful worm. Didn't see it after that. I have eaten spider and crickets. But this kind of worm. Never...... I feel sick @.#
- And I also like to take photos of people at the most natural moments.
- Children Ministry @ Phum Thmei
- An intended arty photo. May these children be like the shoots that have grown out of the ground. To continue to grow in the Lord! :)
- Bible story: Noah's Ark!
- ToothBrushing exercise: Nice teeth model magnificently done up by Gordon.
- Blessing the children with toothbrush and toothpaste. A partnership between the Singapore and local team.
- This is praying.
- I look hostile to this little boy....
- Children Ministry @ the Krovine (New work - must continue to pray)
- William teaching the Gospel using the Colours.
- How serious are all these children, you see it for yourself.
- Last night in Ksaet Borei. Hip Sionging!!!!
- This photo very sweet. My idea. Too bad my camera lousy. Or else effect will be better.
- Last beautiful photo I take of the nature. The sunrise @ Ksaet Borei. So lovely.
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