Encouragement

Just came home from work and i am so tired.

Anyway, felt quite encouraged today because my mentor cum sifu came by to visit me for awhile when i was onsite. Somehow, it just gave me an extra boost of strength and courage to do what i am suppose to do. It's his presence that counts even though we barely spoke to eachother for 5 mins.

His presence is just like comfort and strength to me. For someone who always have faith, belief and trusted in me. It's like having a pat on the back and a good hug and says, well done, keep it up. I'm proud of u. U can do it.

But sometimes, i still do wonder ... how did i actually survive without my mentor around. The period was really tough and i do admit, many tears were shed and questions were asked. But it was also a period of time when i really held on to God too. Perhaps the truth is just like God, who is always there for me and in me. And in the same way, my mentor is always behind me.

Singapore Idol 2006

Hady's The Winner!



Singapore has made her choice. The smooth R&B vocals of Hady Mirza have won over the hearts of viewers and he has been crowned Singapore's new singing sensation.

I was there to watch the Grand Final - Results Show tonite.








Eve called this afternoon and told me that she has extra tickets. So why not.

Pictures of Eve & the gals from MediaCorp (her friends from a different dept)






But the funny thing is that i've not watched a single episode of this season Singapore Idol. Well, cg is on every wed which explains why i never got the chance to watch (it's ok. no big deal anyway).

So for me, it was the first time for me listening to Hady & Johnatan sing. If u ask me who i'm supporting ... well! how i can decide when i didn't watch a single episode rite?



But indeed, the atmosphere was electrifying with decibel-breaking cheers & screams.





Definedly more fun watching it live than @ home.

Sharon's Bridal Shower

Yesterday was Sharon's Bridal Shower. Basically, the gals spent time together playing, eatting & chatting. I am so tired today coz. i reached home only @ 2.30am this morning & was in church @ 8.30am for morning prayer meet. Just felt a need to be in church early to really pray & spend time with God.

Thankfully ... i didn't fall alseep half-way through the sermon although i had very little sleep. It was great preaching by Ps. Dinah today & God reminded me of certain things. Also saw a vision for myself.

So what did we do yesterday? Well! We had a late lunch at Redhill Hawker (near Yvonne's place) followed by bowling @ Chevron. None of us bowl often and thus, it was more for fun. We'll try to do it more often. Need to practice. After the game, we treated ourselves with the coin-operated massage chair which was quite cheap & fun. Only $1 for 5mins.




Thereafter, we headed down to Da Paolo @ Rochester Park for dinner & drinks.




It was the first time for all of us @ Rochester Park & i would say that the ambience is really nice (which explains why we were there till past mid-nite). But well ... we can't afford to dine there often coz. we would be dead broke. Only for special occassions.





Da Paolo will always bring back fond memories for us. This is the second time which ate at the restaurant. The first was Christmas some years back when we had dinner @ the Chip Bee Gardens branch. And the 'sparkling water' cost us a huge bomb. We've all learnt our lesson since. So this time, we asked for 'normal' water (not sparkling).

Evelyn joined us later. By this time, Sharon was already tired & sleepy.



More pictures for memory. Been a long time since we took pictures together. The last was during Evelyn's wedding.










And the nite ended with teh-tarik, teh-cino & teh haliah @ the prata place near NUS. It was a long day but nice catching up with everyone. Oh, the nite didn't quite exactly end with the teh tarik. For me, it ended with road block near my place.

My Day

It's a "PINK DAY" in the office. Not sure why but afew gals (including myself) wore a pink top today. Well! We didn't make any prior arrangement. It just happened.

Anyway, i couldn't believe myself. I actually forgot that i have an intern coming in today. Before i left the office yesterday, i overheard my collegues from the IT department mentioning that there will be a new gal coming in & they have to do something to the computer. In my heart, i was still thinking ... new gal ... to be attached with the IT department? Good grieve ... it's actually my intern who's attached to my project. And all along, i was still thinking that she'll be coming in only next week. Time flies. Blur me!

So there i was, happily surfing the web & checking my emails for a good 15mins before my colleague came to tell me that my intern is actually here. What?? My intern .. today?? Panic panic. Coz. i have to quickly find her work to do. Had a chat with her during lunch and guess what .. found out that she's actually my junior (we were from the same pri & sec school). So naturally, our conversation was about the good/ and not so good times back in school.

Came home early today and was totally bored. Logged on to my computer and ended up chatting with 3 friends online for a good 2 hours (one after the other). It was good catching up with a friend (my ex-shepherd) who's currently in Sydney, my uni friend who's going to Shanghai for work tommorrow and my ex-colleague. In a way, it has been a fruitful evening catching up with people from home (even though it was through msn).

My Prayer Closet

Lord! I long to hear from you for an answer, for a confirmation. You know how it has been for me these few days. The anticipation of getting the answer from you. Each day when i wake, each day when i sleep. Even with hopes of getting the answer in my dreams.

Hear my prayers, speak to me. You know the longings of my heart, and you know what is best for me. GOD give me strength and courage, a new day to start, and peace within my troubled heart. I cannot make it on my own. I am afraid at times and all alone. But I will gain the strength to stand, by reaching out to hold thy hand.

GOD, give me strength, to make it through. I will pray and walk with you. Looking forward to hearing the answer loud & clear from you. I am gripped with anxiety. The anticipation simply kills.


Prayer For A Friend
And i've been praying for a friend. I talked to God and spoke your name. I asked the Lord to give you strength, to calm you from your stress. And ask for his protection and blessings, to be showered upon you. I asked the Lord to help you, in the uphill days to come. I asked our precious loving father, to guide you through your life.

He whispered in the quiet, and filled my my heart with peace. He said that you are deeply loved, that his grace will never cease.

history maker

I was awaken by a terrible pain on my back early this morning and couldn't get back to sleep after that. The same thing happened yesterday. Was it the posture, stress?? Hmm ... i don't know! Only knew that i wasn't feeling too well last nite.

Anyway, it was a leisure sunday. It kinda feels wierd that there's no regular sun service to attend coz. Sun has always been Church Day for me. So, spend some time with my family and we went to JB in the afternoon.



Sat was Church 15th Anniversary Celebrations. It was great to be able to be involved in choir and at the same time, got to know more people. As in most events, the most memorable time is usually the preparation time while the most satisfying time is when you see the end result (that is .. the actual day). That's when u know that all the hard work pays off.

It has been fun with all the choir people from various congregations coming together week after week for practices. The laughters from all the warm-up sessions, learning of the actions etc. Hope we will have more opportunities to perform together.



We had our youngest attendant with us, Baby Zoe who is just 3 wks old. MJ was here too, together with Mab. I know it's really not too convenient for him coz. he's on wheelchair but nonetheless, he still came. Thanks! Understand that Ps Jeff, Ps Lawrence & Ps Ben went to talk to them (Mab & MJ) which was really great. Too bad i didn't get to talk to them after the event as i was backstage & they have left.

After that, our cg (minus CL & wife plus afew others) went to a Vietnamenese restaurant in Siglap for dinner. It was intersting when Jan & Cheryl pointed out to us that Zoe is sucking her fingers. Her fingers are sooo tiny.



As the church celebrates it's 15 anniversary, i am glad and am proud to say that i am part of this great family. It's been a good 8.5 years of being in Hope. Time flies and before u know it, it'll hit the 10yr mark.

It was 24 Dec 1997 when i first met people from Hope. I had just returned from Melbourne on the 23 Dec and a friend had invited me to celebrate Christmas with them @ Cairnhill Hotel. It was the very first time when i met those fun, friendly & warm people from the former central unit like Hillary, Andy, Lisan, Rachel, Andrew Ong KH, Marsli, Loo, KC, Karen etc.

I thank God for his goodness & guidance all these years and for placing me in this wonderful family. I remember praying and asking God to place me in a Christian environment & church just before i came back. And he did ... from the very moment i stepped back on homeground (in Singapore). I am glad i accepted my friend invitation although i hesitated.

Thanks to the various pastors & leaders for helping & praying for me through the years. U were there when i needed prayers when i first started searching for a job, comfort & strength when my grandpa & friend was in hospital, through my many ups and downs in life.

Sometimes, i may not realise it but reality is that Hope/Church is a big part of me. And in a way, i am part of it too. I can only say that i am priviledged. Looking forward to many more good years @ Hope.

Love this really meaningful song which was composed by one the guys in church & sung on sat. Well! The lyrics says it all .. and sums up what i feel.

Greater
Music and Words by David Chua Seng Cheong.
Copyright © 2003 by David Chua Seng Cheong


You must be greater in me O Lord
Let all the rest fade away
Draw me nearer to you each day
I yearn to fix my eyes on you

I want to give you my everything
Just to walk with you by my side
My joy is complete in you
For you are my strength, my hope

911

11 September (911) must have been a good date. I actually have 4 friends whose birthday falls on the same day. Incredible. There's Jason, Lisan, Nic & Sissy. Guess i will never have the excuse of forgetting their b'day.

Anyway, we celebrated Sissy's birthday on Mon. She was a happy gal coz. her shepherd send her a pretty bouquet of flowers to the office.








Had our cg today without our CL - Alvin who's outstation. But the session was good. Not because CL is away. Jo led the discussion really well considering that it's her first attempt. Joseph & Ee-Lin joined us for cg for the first time too.

Great to know that Mabel & MJ will be coming on sat for anniversary celebrations. Their presence will be one of my greatest encouragement. And i do pray that God will constantly show me the ways to help & support them.

I've invited Fiona & the rest of the gals. Too bad Fiona can't make it coz. she'll be away in Japan for holidays. So gal .. will catch up with u when u're back. Enjoy your trip :)

Church Anniversary Celebration

This week is gonna be an exciting & busy week with all the practices & rehersals for church anniversary this sat @ Sing Expo. For the first time, i'll be 'performing' at the exhibition venue instead of managing events at the venue. So perhaps, i'll look at things from a different perspetive.

But 2 weeks later, it'll be a differnt story. My project/event will be held at Hall 5 & 6A. It's gonna be more than 50,000 people and not 3,000 which we are expecting @ this celebration. Hmm ... how nice if we have 50,000 people coming for our service. Can u imagine the number of people that will come to know Christ? Wow .. that will be tremendous.

I've invited afew friends to come, including mom. Mabel say she'll ask MJ. Hopefully they can all make it coz. that will mean alot to me. It's not that i want them to come and see me sing but hopefully, they will be touched by God through the service.

  
















I've enjoyed all the practices so far and it's great to see everyone from various congregations coming together. I particularly like the young ones from the youth service. They are so cute and adorable.One of them actually looks like my cousin. Alot of time & effort has been put in by various groups and ministries. From musicians to the dancers, MM team etc. And not forgetting from our choir side, there's HJ, Rachael etc who led us week after week. And now, there's Tricia who's busy with our costumes.

Anyway, hope that Cheryl (Ng), my dear friend & shepherd will be able to come too. She's actually on maternity leave but mentioned last week that she may be able to come. That will be great.

Talk abt it, i've not passed the gift to the newly promoted parents. Anyway, i hve plans to visit her this sun. So maybe on sun then.

After this busy period of practice for church anniversary, i wonder what's next in the pipeline? Christmas sevice prep? Anyway not sure abt others but for me, i've always been use to being busy. Usually feels weird when the momentum slows down. It feels as if something is amiss.

So far for this month, there's still several things that's coming ahead. Dad's birthday, Sharon's bridal shower, maybe outstation for afew days to KL next week (not confirmed yet), sign up for pilates and vocal class, my event and hopefully, get back to my exercise routine. Looking forward to exercising with Lynette, MF and the rest. Oh ... we were talking abt night cycling the other day. That will be fun. For those that are interested, do let me know. Feel free to join me.

Forbidden City: Portrait Of An Empress

Had an enjoyable afternoon with Cecilia coz. we went to watch the musical, Forbidden City @ The Esplanade Theatre. It's simply awesome. Kit's vocal is quite powerful. For those who enjoy musicals, this is highly recommended. Go get your tix. I wouldn't mind watching it a second time (that is if someone gives me a complimentary ticket.)




Saw kin wee, teck keong and the galfriend there as well. What a coincidence. Even President Nathan was there (for the evening show). It was an extra delightful day coz. we treated ourselves chocolate fondue @ Max Brenner after the show. After our sinful dessert, we headed to Por Kee Restaurant @ Tiong Bahru to meet up with the rest to celebrate Lisan's birthday.

Since Nic is not around tonite, we'll be celebrating his birthday during lunch tomm. Yeap .. it's feasting time again. Oh .. coincidentally, Nic & Lisans birthday is on the same day. Actually, Jason's (my ex-boss, friend & mentor) birthday falls on the same day too.

About The Musical

The musical is made up of a stellar Singaporean cast - including local actress and songbird Kit Chan, theatre heavyweights Hossan Leong, Sebastian Tan, Cynthia Lee and Celina Rosa Tan. Music by Dick Lee, lyrics Stephen Clark, costumes by London-based Singaporean designer, Yang Derong and direction by Steven Dexter.

A historical retelling of the story of China's Empress Dowager, the story is seen from the eyes of an American painter, Kate Carl, who is commissioned to paint the Empress' portrait.

The Empress recounts her amazing journey from a young imperial concubine to become the Empress of China and the pressures she faced. The musical explores the myths surrounding her reign, from the controversial death of her only son to her ambitious tussle for power.

Synopsis
Kate Carl, an American artist, is invited to paint the portrait of the Empress of China, Cixi. When she arrives in China, she hears many rumours about the Empress. She also meets George Morrison, an English journalist. He tells her not to be intimidated.





Kate begins the portrait and while she paints, the Empress tells her about her life ...

The Empress, known as Yehenara as a young girl, was a concubine in the Forbidden City. She desperately wanted to be chosen by the Emperor to be his escort.







And she was indeed, chosen. After three months, she became pregnant. She was then taken to the Summer Palace where she gave birth to a son, Tung Chih.







This was the Emperor's first son and very important to the dynasty. However, as was the custom, the baby was taken away from Yehenara to be brought up by the court.

Prince Tun, the Emperor's brother, was devastated by the birth of Tung Chih as he had plans to take the throne by himself.




The Royal Party fled to the Winter Palace after the British attacked and destoyed the Summer Palace. However, whilst still at the Summer Palace, the British attacked and destroyed the Palace. The Royal party fled to Jahol. But the Emperor was much weakened and lay dying. Yehenara knew that if he died without naming Tung Chih was his heir, Prince Tun would claim the throne and her son's life and her own life would be in grave danger. She found her son and rushed to the Emperor's chamber. No one could stop her while she was carrying the Emperor's son. With his last breath the Emperor named Tung Chih as his successor and Yehenara as Regent.




But Tung Chih grew up to be a rebellious young man. He was tempted by Prince Tuan, the son of Prine Tun, to go to the brothels. Indulging in his new-found freedom he became ill with syphilis. Yehenara was helpless to do anything but wipe his feverish brow with her hankerchief as he died. Again Prince Tun saw a chance for power but again was thwarted as Yehenara quickly named her nephew, Kuang Hsu, as the next Emperor.

All this time Kate has been wrting to Morrison about all these events. He is amazed that the Empress is being so open and notes that the stories the Empress has told Kate contradict all the rumours he has heard. The Empress continues her story ...

She tells Kate that Kuang Hsu became an ambitious Emperor, determined to reform China. But this lead to the Boxer rebellion and China was crippled by the internal conflict. Despite everything Yehenara has tried to do, she is surrounded by loss and failure.

Kate meets with Morrison. She is falling in love and Morrison continues to be fascinated by everything she tells him about the Empress. The day arrives when Kate is to show the Empress the completed portrait. But the Empress is furious ...

What has happened? What has become of her story? Where will it end? And is this the end of China itself?

Cast
Kate Carl - Leigh McDonald
Curator - Cynthia Lee MacQuarie
George Morrison - Hal Fowler
Empress Dowager - Sheila Francisco
Grand Eunich - Richard Chia
Yehenara - Kit Chan
Emperor - Oliver Pang
Record Keeper 1 - Hossan Leong
Record Keeper 2 - Sebastian Tan
Prince Tun - George Chan
Prince Tuan - R J Rosales
Tung Chih (4 yrs) - Presslee Chng/ Jovan Lee/ Joel Ng
Tung Chih - Kaylen Chan
Kuang Hsu (9 yrs) - Ng Kit Chong/ Dillion Ong/ Russel Marino Soh
Kuang Hsu (15 yrs) - Luke Kwek
Kuang Hsu - Dawyne Tan
Yehenara Alternate - Celine Rosa Tan

My Experience @ The Movie

I did something which i have not done for a really long time today .... that is to watch a movie myself. So far, this is the second time only.

The first was many years back. It was a movie by Jodie Foster and i think i watched it at Lido. I don't really like to watch movies alone but i remembered it was out of curiosity on the experience.

Today .... well .... that's because i finished work really early as i was out for a meeting. Didn't want to go home early and had no plans. As i was approaching the food court, i remembered that the cinema was just upstairs and thus, went to check out the movie screening time.

Great! The timing was just perfect. And they had the movie which i've wanted to watch, "Devil Wears Prada" (my kind of show).

So, it was an instantaneous decision. Bought the tix straight away and went to the cinema.

I guess it's bec. of school holidays and that explains why there were quite alot of youngsters. Anyway, i enjoyed the movie. But still, i guess i still prefer not to watch movies alone. I still prefer company.

Visitors @ Work

It was a good day yesterday. We had free breakfast in the office because the company which was using our facilities for some training sessions had catered too much food. So as usual, we were the back-up squad.

We had 2 visitors during lunch-time. One of our ex-interns, Nelson came back to visit us. Shortly after, it was my ex-colleague. Wow ... it must have been a 'good' day.

Anyway, my ex-colleague asked me, "How are you? What have you been busy with lately? Still busy and active in church?" I was thinking ... oh no .... it's the how are u question again. At times, i just don't know how to reply. Hmm ... do u want to hear the official or non-official version? Just kiddin'.

But the question certainly reminds me that when i was a young christian, i can't take it if people say that i am holy or spiritual just bec. i am active in church. Of course, it's a different story now coz. i am way pass that stage. Now, it's more of how i am able to contribute n serve.

Besides the usual cg roles, i have 2 ministries & attending one course (more like a refresher) currently. For ministry, it seems more like one is on full-time and another on part-time basis (coz. it's project base). MC did ask if i am ready to take-over and lead the team. Told him that i'll think abt it first coz. i don't think i can handle if there's too much on my plate. Not forgetting, my vocal class too. But well, so far, i'm enjoying it. No complains although it can be quite tiring at times.

Smile

This has nothing to do with the SMILE Campaign which was launched some months ago. But for the first time today, i decided to check out more details on its website. Afew minutes into it, i actually recognise the face of someone from church. Looking at the montages which was on the cabs, i also spotted someone whom i know through the course of work. Interesting! Oh and of course, another friend cum supplier's pix was in a newsletter too. When i told him, he wasn't even aware.

But really, a nice beautiful smile is one of life most priceless gift. A smile costs nothing but gives much. It enriches those who receive without making poorer those who give. Beauty is power, smile is it's sword. So wear a smile coz. one size fits all. It takes but a moment, but the memory of it sometimes lasts forever.

There are friends who love to smile and there are others who hardly smile. I have this friend whom i guess is his nature . He is always smiling. There is never once whom i have not seen him smile. I am not sure if he is aware but that is indeed his strength. It does make a difference to people's life. It's always a cheerful smile, full of sincerity.

It is indeed, this smile that brought extra cheer and brightens up my life this week.

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Always remember to be happy because you never know who's falling in love with your smile. ~Author Unknown

The Rope

Received this from Uncle Burt, my colleague's husband today. I've read this 'story' before but somehow, reading this again reminds me to totally and absolutely trust God. Never ever doubt him.

The story tells of a mountain climber, who wanted to climb the highest mountain.He begun his adventure after many years of preparation, but since he wanted the glory all by himself, he decided to climb the mountain alone.

The night felt heavy with the heights of the mountain, and the man could not see anything. All was black. Zero visibility, and the moon and the stars were covered by the clouds.

As he was climbing, only afew feet away from the top of the mountain, he slipped and fell into the air, falling at great speed. The climber could only see black spots as he went down, and the terrible sensation of being sucked by gravity. He kept falling .... and in those moments of great fear, it came to his mind all the good and bad episodes of his life.

He was thinking now about how close death was getting, when all of a sudden he felt the rope tied to his waist pull him every hard. His body was hanging in the air. Only the rope was holding him, and in that moment of stillness, he had no other choice but to scream, "HELP ME GOD".

All of a sudden, a deep voice coming from the sky answered: What do you want me to do? - SAVE ME GOD.

Do you really think i can save you?
- Of course i believe you can.

THEN CUT THE ROPE TIED TO YOUR WAIST ...
There was moment of silence; and the man decided to hold on to the rope with all his strength.

The rescue team tells, that the next day, a climber was found dead and frozen ... his body hanging from a rope. His hands holdng tight to it, ... ONLY TEN FEET AWAY FROM THE GROUND.

Are you? How attached are you to your rope?
Will you let go?

Don't ever doubt the things from God. You never should say that he has forgotton or abandon you. Don't ever think that he does not take care of you. Remember that he is holding you with his right hand. Is 41:13.

Consumer Complains

I was at the foodcourt having dinner just now when something caught my attention. There was this middle-age lady complaning to the food court manager. She was really angry and went on and on and on. I am not sure what exactly happened. Most likely was because of the uncle who cleans the table. Anyway, the lady's teenage daughter was just standing quietly there while the food court manager was patiently listening to her complains.

Oh No ... it reminds me that my most dreaded project is just round the corner and i'll be faced with many similiar situations.Complains from visitors, exhibitors, suppliers, colleagues etc. It makes me realise that when people are really angry, they really are. There are indeed all kinds of people in this world.

Complains comes in many forms and these people can complain about everything and anything. Threats ... well ... of course there are. They'll threathen to complain to the media, to the bosses and to the whole wide world if possible. But luckily, nothing major have happened.

I have new people in my team this time and hopefully, they can handle such situations well. If not, it's going to be really tough for me. All i can say is ... well .. SIAN! Would rather spend my weekend in church, shopping or catching up with friends. But what to do ... work is still work and it needs to be done.

I just wonder at times as such, God! How do we love our enemies? Why do such people exist in this world? Why? Why? Why? ..... ha ha ... just drink some water, take a breather and life goes on.

My Love-Hate Relationship With The Animal Kingdom

Great to see OREO, my cousin's doggie just now. Grandma was just relating to us how fortunate this dog is. Mom was quite surprise to see me stroking OREO coz. for the good part of my life, i was realy afraid of dogs.

On the contary, i grew up with a German Shepherd at home. That was a long time back .. probably my primary or secondary school days. It was fear all along and getting in and out of the house was a real challenge every day. Can u imagine, there were many times when we (as kids) were being chased by the dog all the way to our rooms on the second floor and we will all just quickly slam the door. For many years, i also had the same recurring dream that the dog wanted to bite me. In fact, i had to use both hands to open the dog mouth just to prevent it from biting. Well, that was just a dream. The dog could have just been playing with me.

I wondered why i had this dream many times.In fact, it was a dream that 'haunted' me for many years. Perhaps, i was bitten by dogs when i was really young. Not sure! But well, funny thing is that when the german shepherd was put to sleep because he was really old and ill, i actually miss 'him' around. Call me wierd but i remember the first few weeks after 'he' passed on, i could still hear 'his' faint howling in the middle-of-the nite. Perhaps it was just imagination. But poor dog, i think 'he's' really lonely coz. my dad doesn't bring him out for walks.

Surprisingly, the fear went off gradually when i studied in Melbourne and my friend, Pearly had a really cute and tame white Maltise & Shitzu. It was as if for the first time in my life, i realised that dogs can be quite manageable and loveable. The dog just went around doing his own thing while we were all in the room. That was the time when i decided to face my own fear. I plucked up my courage to gently pat the dog. And of course, the rest is history.

I guess i've not been really exposed to many dogs. So far, the most frequent is Benji, Alvin & Cheryl's friendly doggie. Anyway, the other animal which i really dislike & scared is cats. My apologies to all the cat-lovers but i just can't handle cats. Will never forget the shock which i had back in uni when i went to my room, opened the door and saw my neighbour, Yoki's cat on my study table, staring at me. Good grieve. OK ... enough of my love-hate relationship with the animal kingdom.

Reflections

It's strange! I was watching tv program last nite when i felt heart-ache. The pain just came suddenly and it was sharp. It happened twice. And before i knew it, i was soaked in tears.

I felt/saw/imagined myself walking along a scenic route. As i was walking, i was hoping that the vehicle that just went pass me would stop and probably, reverse back to where i was standing. It was wish, it was hope. But of course, feelings of dissappointment came because i knew no-matter how much i hope, it didn't quite seem to happen the way i wish it could have happened. The car didn't stop and just drove off. Was it just me. It seems that i've never been that lucky or fortunate.

While i knew it was proably a reflection of a scene which i just saw from the program, none-the-less, it was also a reflection of wishing and wanting the desires of my heart comes true.

Received a text-mail from Cheryl(Quek) afew days back which encourages me this week. It says :"Dun worry about anything; instead,pray about everything. Tell God your needs and dun forget to thank him for his answers. If you do this, u'll experience God's peace." Phil 4:6-7.

Every morning when i wake up (or most mornings), i'll tell God my desires. Trusting that it will come to pass if it's according to his will. Hopefully, i won't be dissappointed (just like the car who didn't stop or reverse back).

It's Teacher's Day

Didn't realise that it's Teacher's Day today (or did i get it wrong) till i overheard some people talking about it recently. It's been a long time since i celebrated Teacher's Day.

Talking abt it, i can't help but mention Jim Carden, my really good looking PR lecturer during my uni days. He's young, smart, suave and really cool. Heard that he use to be a model. We use to look-up to him as a role model and he'll always be encouraging and motivating us to be good PR practioners. And well, he's totally mesmerizing when it's winter time, especially when he's in his smart suit and trench coat.(Hang on ... is it him or is it the clothes? Ha ha!)So in a way, that explains why he's so popular and his classes are always full. In fact, packed to the brim even though it's the first lecture @ 8.30am on a freezing cold morning. I wonder if the students were there to attend his class or just to see him. But well, those were the good old days which makes student life abit more interesting.

And of course, there are other teachers who have taught me and left behind some good and not so good memories in the past(since primary school days).

To my friends and cousins we are teacher's (HJ, Lijun, Cindy, Shawn, Candice, Claudia, Jerwen, Mengfeng, Pauline). Happy Teacher's Day. I know being a teacher is not easy, in fact, tough! Even though i'm no longer a 'student', i'll still like to tell u/ say that .. hey! Well done. Good Job. You're Appreciated and I'm proud of u (esp. on your dedication, committement,care and conceren to the students). This is your day. Enjoy every bit of it. There are always good and bad times but when u look back, i believe there's always a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment.

My Uni friends

Met up with Ad, Cheryl (Choo), Lyn & Corrine yesterday nite for dinner. They're my bunch of RMIT Uni friends. We didn't really hang-out together during school days but well, it's nice to know that we still have our once every 6mths kind of meet-up.

Ad & Cheryl were my foundation study friends. Cheryl and me later went on to take communications (mass comm) together while Ad did PR. Ad & Lyn were in the same course while Cheryl & Corrine were cousins. But we all knew eachother coz. all of us always hung around our fav place and that's computer lab. @ Bldg 6. And well, Ad later became my colleague for 7 years. So in a way, i saw her practically everyday except now (coz. she's now my ex-colleague).

The last time we met was half-a-year ago. Thus, we were wondering if it will take us another half-a-year before the next meet-up. Maybe Christmas but year-end is alway a busy time for everyone. Next comes CNY. It's never ending. But really, all it takes is some effort. Anyway, at least, i know that i will be meeting Ad again soon because we'll planning to celebrate a friend's birthday together.