New Year...New Blessings...New Beginnings

Just Be You!!

2012-01-06T10:37:00.002+08:00

Well God loves us no matter what we have said or done even if it was bad or good. He doesn't judge us but instead love us. He loved us so much that He gave His son, Jesus to die on the cross for us. So why is it we as followers of Christ sometimes judge people to quickly. Personally, sometimes I do tend to judge people quickly. Then when you think about how God didn't judge you for things that you have done. So let's learn to love and accept one another just as God has loved and accepted us.

http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=KG7KY7NX

(I can't upload the video...so click on the link...haha...)

God loves us for just being us. No one can be you except you. Only you can be you. God created you to be special. No one in this world can be you except YOU! So need to put on a mask and just believe in yourself and do the best YOU!!!

http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=KYZDWGNX

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14

New Year 2012

2012-01-04T21:28:00.007+08:00

Well it's been a year since I last blog and I decided to start blogging again. Well the year 2011 has been a great year. I would like to thank God for the many blessings that He has given me. Last year to me, God was the God of possibilities. He not only open doors for me but also taught me plenty of things. I'll just share what I shared in church for Watchnight service. I can sum up God's blessings into FAITH.

F - For His love and mercies endures FOREVER. He is so ever faithful and His goodness is FOREVER. He has given me opportunities to go to Poland for a World Assembly and also to Philippines for a mission trip. He not only gave me the chance but also the money and time to go for these events. In the events, it really open my eyes a lot (mission field and what God is doing around the world).

A - APPRECIATE every small thing in life. During the year 2011, God has taught me to thank Him for every single thing that happens, the good and especially the bad. Even in bad times, there is still something to thank God for. After those struggles, it not only build your faith but also tend to look at life differently (looking through heaven's eyes).

I - Be IN DEPENDENT of God (note: not independent but in-dependent). Everything that we do, we should rely on His strength and not ours. Just by trusting and leaning in Him, He will surely take care of you. God has surely has taken good care of me throughout the year of 2011.

T - TIMING is everything. God's timing is always the best. Every prayer is answered but according to His timing. Sometimes we as human can be so impatient but He will come to it. He knows what's best for us.

H - Just be HAPPY. Help is on the way. God will surely guide our path. So just be contented with what you have and smile always. Laughter is always the best medicine. A smile can always make one's day. So just keep on smiling...hehe....

So that was the year 2011...So for 2012, I'm going to proclaim that God will be the God the SHEPHERD. This is because I'll be graduating this year and many things I'm unsure of especially the what's next part. So I'm just going to lift everything to Him. Let's start this year with a prayer...

“Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.” 1 Chronicles 4:10

"So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10

The theme verse for this year for my life....HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Spiritual Gift Analysis

2011-01-18T19:41:00.003+08:00

Just did this spiritual gift analysis that I was supposed to do after NC but now only free to do. Honestly I'm still shocked at my results but the explanations really describe me well. My results are……

Your dominant gifts are Pastor/Shepherd and Serving

The results of your Spiritual Gifts Inventory indicate that your number one dominant gift is PASTORING/SHEPHERDING! Therefore, we are actually discussing the GIFT of shepherding, not the POSITION of pastor. Though a good pastor must have the gift of shepherding, everyone who has the gift of shepherding is not called to be pastor. The gift can be used in many positions in a church.

As a gifted shepherd, you have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by overseeing, training, and caring for the needs of a group of Christians. You are usually very patient, people-centred, and willing to spend time in prayer for others. You tend to be a "Jack of All and Master of ONE," meaning you are usually dominant in one of the speaking gifts (evangelist, prophet, teacher, exhorter) as well. You are often authoritative, more a leader than a follower, and expressive, composed, and sensitive. Your pleasing personality draws people to you.

You have a burden to see others learn and grow and are protective of those under your care. You want to present the whole Word of God and do not like to present the same materials more than once. You are willing to study what is necessary to feed your group and are more relationship oriented than task oriented. You are a peace-maker and diplomat - very tolerant of people's weaknesses. You tend to remember people's names and faces. You are more concerned with doing for others than others doing for you. You are faithful and devoted and may become a workaholic. You can become an all-purpose person in order to meet needs.

Be careful to involve other people; don't try to do it all yourself. Work on making people accountable. Do not be overly protective of your "flock." Because of these potentially weak areas, other people may think it is your job to do all the work; they rely too heavily on you. You may be expected to be available at all times, know all the answers, and be at every function. Learn when to say no.

The results of your Spiritual Gifts Inventory indicate that your second dominant gift is SERVING! As a server you have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by rendering practical help in both physical and spiritual matters. You enjoy meeting the practical needs of your fellow Christians and the church.

The gift of serving is not the gift God gives you when you cannot do anything else. It is spiritual in nature and as important as any gift in the church. Never think it is anything less; it only becomes less if you do not use it as God intended.

As a server you are the person who is willing to do a million and one necessary tasks in the church. You are happy working behind the scenes. You are ambitious, often involved in a variety of activities, and enjoy manual projects. You are loyal, sincere, tolerant, faithful, and devoted. Most people find you easy going, likable, congenial, and inoffensive. You can listen to others without being critical. You do not like to be in the spotlight and prefer not to express yourself publicly.

You are quick to respond to needs and impressed with the need to respond when exhorted to serve. Because of this, you find it difficult to say no. You like to support a good leader. Some consider you a workaholic. You tend to emphasize practical needs over spiritual needs.

For those who know me. I'm really like that especially my flaws. I guess I'm still working on it, you know the part of learning to say no. Besides that, I think I also will work on opening up about my problems. That will be another hurdle for me but I'm seeking God and believing in Him that He can change me.

As for the good side of me, I hope I can continue to be that person and not let pride/selfishness get in the way. So now whatever I do, I will leave in God's hands.

2011 - A Year of Miracles

2011-01-09T22:51:00.006+08:00

Well God has been so ever faithful for the year of 2010. I received many blessings from Him. Indeed, God has answered a lot of my prayer request. My last year theme verse was,

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

This year I think God is expecting me to fully trust in Him. Do not limit Him in a box. But as I pray I have to believe. Great things can be done with faith. So I guess two verses has been speaking to me so far for this year.

"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me." Revelation 3:20

"But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing the LORD’s praise, for he has been good to me." Psalms 13:5-6

So I'll just be trusting God this year. He is always with me. All I have to do is just trust Him. I should not condemn myself and remember that I've been save by His grace. He still loves me no matter what I've done (be it good or bad). Just trust Him and clearly I will be able to see many miracles happen in my life and the people around me.

Birthday

2011-01-04T16:31:00.004+08:00

Yup I had a great birthday celebration this year(2010). I got to celebrate my birthday not only with my family and friends but also with 500 people who I just met in camp. In addition, I celebrated my birthday 4 times (all at different dates...but who cares right??). I can't believe it that I'm 22. Still so young...haha...Every year I will have the same feeling. I live the whole year as a 22 year-old but only reached that age at the end of the year. But it doesn't matter. God is still with me and He blessed me throughout the year...hehe...

1st Celebration (1st December)

Well my first celebration was from my brother. He was one of the organizers of the camp and he would not be here on the 2nd so he celebrated for me earlier. He also gave me laptop bag. Now I have ample bags. Thank you Lord for Your blessings.

2nd Celebration (2nd December...actual date)

My second celebration was at camp (National Conference). My room mate found out that it was my birthday and he told my group members. So they announced it during breakfast and the whole crowd sang for me. After that, before one of the session started my CF mates announced again and now 500 campers and organizers sang for me. After session, my new korean friends sang for me in Korean. I am truly grateful. Not only that, my Ipoh friends who also came for camp gave me a birthday cake (Gardenia cupcake...but better than nothing right...haha...) and of course you guess it another birthday song. Never in my life have I gotten so many birthday songs. It was truly a memorable birthday. I also got presents from my CF friends. A book, a bag, a wrist rest thingy, a BEN10 monopoly and a serviette card. Thanks guys...

3rd Celebration (5th December)

This time it was with my parents. My dad spent lunch. We went to a Italian shop (my favourite food). It was our first time there. It's called Sweet Spaghetti Tea Cafe. There was not much customers because it was really pricey. However the food was not bad. I think it's really worth the money. We had spaghetti pizza, salmon pasta and a garden salad. For desert we had Tiramisu cake and a bread pudding. It was really a lovely lunch.

Fresh Garden Salad

Roast Chicken

Salmon Pasta

Spaghetti Pizza

Bread Pudding

Tiramisu

4th Celebration (28th December)

My last celebration was with my house mates. After a long break, my semester had started. So my house mates decided to celebrate my birthday because during my birthday it was holidays. They sang birthday song again and they gave me a muffin...haha...at least I get to blow another candle...haha...

My mini Birthday cake

I really had a memorable birthday. I think it was so much better than me 21st birthday. Thank you guys for everything. Love you guys....hehe...

Holidays

2011-01-03T00:34:00.003+08:00

Well I'm back after MIA for so long...so just to update what I did during my holidays. I'm going to summarize my holidays...haha...For those who know me, I'm always super busy during holidays. Well this time is not that bad. I only went for two camps...haha...instead of 4. Anyway, first week of holidays I celebrated Deepavali with my cousins in KL. It was really a good family reunion. The food of course was awesome. After that, I went back home. When I stepped into my house, the first thing my parents ask me to do was to clean the house. Early spring cleaning before Chinese New Year. Then I had my Committee Planning Retreat for PERKEB for the new semester. I really thank God that we had a good time. It was good to be open with my Committee Members. That was first camp. Then the following week I went for National Conference (NC) organized by FES (Fellowship Evangelical Students). It was a great camp and I get to make new friends. The best part of the camp was God answered many of my prayers. Not only that, some topics was really an eye opener to me. So one of my new year's resolution is to read the newspaper and also to spend time with my Malay friends. After all these camps, I came back home to continue cleaning my house, rearranging furniture, putting up the Christmas tree, helping my mom at the office and of course meeting up with friends. I also skipped one week of class just to celebrate Christmas at home. The other reason was to be a tour guide for my cousins who came down from Singapore. It was really my first time having fresh water prawns in Tanjung Tualang, going to Gua Tempurung and also another cave. Even I was born and raise here in Ipoh, I haven't heard of all these places. In short I had a good long holiday.

National Conference

Fresh Water prawns from Tanjung Tualang

Dunno what's the name already...haha...

After Exams!!!

2010-11-04T07:01:00.003+08:00

Yup exams is finally over and that means my first semester has just ended. Exams went by very fast I would say. Imagine I finished all 5 papers in just a week. Although it was tense during the week but I'm happy that it ended early. After my 4th paper, we had a 3 day gap before my last paper. So we went out to catch a movie. We watched 'You Again'. I think it was a very good show. It's super funny and the storyline was good. Great cast and good moral values too. Before the movie we ate dinner in a place called Bayou. Not really nice and super expensive. But the best part of that day was my prayer being answered :p.

The day of my last paper was a day of mix feelings. My last paper was super hard because none of us are confident of our answer. Our lecturer had made us answer in Malay when all our notes was in English. Not only that all our tutorials that we did, we are not sure whether it's correct cause there were neither discussion nor answers given. Anyway, after that stressful paper, we went to celebrate our freedom by going out. First, we went to Shabu Wan in Lot 10 where we ate steamboat until we were super bloated. Next we walked around Bukit Bintang(Pavillion, Fahrenheit 88, Sungei Wang, Times Square). After some window shopping, we decided to watch a movie. So we watched Adele:The Rise Of The Mummy. It was a French show but they dubbed everything in English. It was super funny but the storyline was so-so only. a very short film with a hanging ending. Now it's past 11, we got hungry so we went back all the way to a mamak near uni to have supper. I only reached home at 1am so practically I was out for 12 hours. Two days later, it was another day out. My friends and I went to Neway Karaoke in Cheras and sang till our voices got lost. After that we went to Cheras Pasar Malam. As usual it's super crowded and we tried many things. We walked nearly the whole pasar malam and we got tired, full and broke(usually will spend more in pasar malam). I really had a great day and now I have to pack to go back home. I can't wait to go back. But before I go back, I will be celebrating Deepavali with my cousins in KL. Until then...

Before

After..haha...

Appreciation

2010-10-26T14:00:00.005+08:00

Yup here's just a random post. Many things I have learned throughout this semester and I just want to ramble it out (honestly because I don't know what to write...haha...) I guess because it's exam time and I'm just letting out my stress in here...haha...so here goes

Lesson 1 : God will always be there whether we like it or not. We can't run away from God. He is always just next to us but whether we listen to Him it's a different story. So I guess it's good to take some time to be still in His presence and surely He will answer you.

Lesson 2 : Family and friends are very important. I really thank God for putting me into this family of mine. I have a great dad, the best mom and a very caring and loving brother. I really thank God for them for always being there for me (financially, spiritually and physically). God always shower me with His love through them. Next, my friends I'm also very grateful. They share our laughter and pain(at times). I really am happy for good house mates. They have always been there for me especially when I'm down. Not forgetting my course mates and church mates. Thank you brother and sisters in Christ.

Lesson 3 : Money isn't everything. I think this whole semester I've been living(too some eyes) very poorly. I have been pinching my money very slowly (mainly because no money). In addition I had to pay my lecturers for notes and also buy books(not cheap..I think my lecturer cheated us...but anyhow may God still bless him). Even though with shortage of funds, I've never been happier. In fact, God has blessed me through many people. I think I learn how to trust God. He will take care of us.

Lesson 4 : I honestly learn to let go or should I say learning to say 'NO' (not 100% but at least learnt and am trying) I guess God has been shaping me and moulding me in university. I thank God for giving opportunities to serve Him and also learn how to balance out my life. I'm also learning that saying 'no' at times is also showing love(spare the rod, spoil the child...hehe...)It is not easy, but I'm learning.

Lesson 5 : Lastly, I think God has blessed me with a lot of things(although I lost things too)I had a great trip in UK and Europe. I had a good semester(although some ups and downs) but clearly He was there. He uplifts me through many verses and songs. I think I learn a lot of new songs this semester...haha...

So in conclusion....I also dunno what to conclude...haha...I really just simply rambling stuff...haha....God is good and He will always be the same yesterday, today and forevermore....

I think I'm like this tree...keep on growing...

Before the Morning

2010-10-19T00:46:00.002+08:00

I think this song will be my song for this semester...it helped me a lot especially during my hard times. Do reflect on the words. I'm not sure whether the video could be played but here is the link...do listen to it and I hope that you'll be blessed just as much as I am.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfWAG-bnttQ

BEFORE THE MORNING LYRICS - JOSH WILSON

Do you wonder why you have to,
feel the things that hurt you,
if there's a God who loves you,
where is He now?

Maybe, there are things you can't see
and all those things are happening
to bring a better ending
some day, some how, you'll see, you'll see

Chorus:
Would dare you, would you dare, to believe,
that you still have a reason to sing,
'cause the pain you've been feeling,
can't compare to the joy that's coming

So hold on, you got to wait for the light
press on, just fight the good fight
because the pain you've been feeling,
it's just the dark before the morning

My friend, you know how this all ends
and you know where you're going,
you just don't know how you get there
so just say a prayer.
and hold on, cause there's good who love God,
life is not a snapshot, it might take a little time,
but you'll see the bigger picture

Once you feel the way of glory,
all your pain will fade to memory
once you feel the way of glory,
all your pain will fade to memory
memory, memory, yeah

Would dare you, would you dare, to believe,
that you still have a reason to sing,
'cause the pain you've been feeling,
can't compare to the joy that's coming

Would dare you, would you dare, to believe,
that you still have a reason to sing,
'cause the pain you've been feeling,
can't compare to the joy that's coming

com'n, you got to wait for the light
press on, just fight the good fight
because the pain you've been feeling,
it's just the hurt before the healing
the pain you've been feeling,
just the dark before the morning
before the morning, yeah, yeah
before the morning

Still learning...

2010-10-18T08:49:00.003+08:00

Well I always find it hard or don't really understand why God put me in these type of situation. Is God teaching me patience and self control or teaching me to discipline with love. I always struggle within myself whether to do certain things. As we all know every action will have a reaction and are we ready to face those circumstances. In fact my whole life I have to face with so many types of people. God is really teaching me to love everyone and it's not easy. It can get physically and spiritually draining. I guess I'm still learning and in the process I do hurt people feelings and of course my own feelings. I'm also learning to tolerate. Although people seldom see me angry but I will snap occasionally after my limit(which I'm not sure what my limit is). The thing that I still question God is how do we discipline with love. The Bible always say to love your neighbour as yourself and even to love your enemies. It's not easy. So if I scold someone does that mean I don't love them? But parents scold us to show that the love them. We get scolded so that it will discipline us, to build up our character. Jesus did scold sometimes but did it with love. I guess I'm still learning and it is so so so so hard. I always feel that if I don't yes to people it means that I'm not learning. But many people has told me that sometimes saying no or 'scolding', doesn't mean that you don't love that person but actually we are, to help build up character.

My PERKEB family

2010-10-15T23:14:00.003+08:00

Well one semester is about to end. This semester has been a great one. Despite of all the bad things that happen, God still showed Himself to me. As the 'Daddy' of this family, it was really great working and serving this family. I've got to know so many things about this family. About their ups and downs. But most importantly is that God was really the head of this family. I thank God for this wonderful semester that His presence was with us all the time. I also am thankful for my this family. Thanks guys for supporting and also helping. I sure know that God will bless you guys. For now, it's time to focus on my exams...which is like in two weeks time...wow how time flies...

Miracle Suree

2010-10-12T17:06:00.003+08:00

It's been one week since my car broke down. The good thing is that it fixed by itself. The night on the way for my exam, my car broke down at the traffic light. Just suddenly everything went down. I could not even start the car after that. Then I thank God for my house mates who lend me their car to drive to exam and they helped me push the car to the petrol station. They even called the mechanic for me but the mechanic could only come in the morning. Well during the exam I was focusing more on the car then my paper. Oh well...it's done anyway. Then the next morning I went with the mechanic to see my car and guess what...it worked!!! The mechanic try to see what's the problem but said there was nothing wrong with it. Everything is fine. So I said what to do now and his statement was just drive la...if break down again then only call...haha...So it's been a week from that day and my car is perfectly fine. Amen!!! I've kind off got tired of fixing my car. (FYI..my car is already 13 years old) I pray that the car will last me another 2 years!!!

My faithful car 'Suree'

L.O.V.E

2010-10-09T00:10:00.003+08:00

Love...What is LOVE? Love is the emotion of strong affection and personal attachment (according to dictionary). In philosophical context, love is a virtue representing all of human kindness,compassion, andaffection. In the Bible, 2 different Greek words are translated as "love" in the New Testament, and they have more specific meanings than our English word "love."

Agapao (verb) and agape (noun). This is the "Christian love" of the Bible. It means affection, benevolence, good-will, high esteem and concern for the welfare of the one loved. It is deliberate, purposeful love rather than emotional or impulsive love. Almost all of the New Testament references to love are agapao or agape in the original Greek. The King James Version of the Bible sometimes translates agape as "charity," but charity has now taken on the meaning of assistance to the poor rather than benevolent love.

Phileo (verb). This means to love in an impulsive and emotional way. It is seldom used in the Bible, but there is a play on words (lost in English) in John 21:15-17. Jesus says to Peter, "Simon son of John, do you truly love (agapao) me?" Peter answers, "Yes, Lord, you know that I love (phileo) you." Philadelphia is a related word meaning the love of brothers or sisters (e.g.,Romans 12:10). It is often translated "brotherly love."

Now back to myself, how would you know that you really have feelings for that person. Is it just because we're closed? Or because we want attention? Or just peer pressure? Or it's really true? Many I've seen can survive so long. Many were just so called puppy love. So when we pray for the right one from God, how would really know it's from Him. Hmm...many have been praying over me about that since last year. But I do feel a bit weird when I see that someone. Does that mean I like her? Hmm...something to ponder....

So what is love? Well everyone has different view about this. But to me I think the best love is from God. His love never ceases and will never change. The best part is that even though we fail Him, He still loves us the same. In fact, He loved us so much that He even sent His one and only son to die on the cross for our sins (John 3:16). Well who could have ask for more.

Anyway for now I'm clinging to God's love. Because His love is perfect and it will cast out all fear...

Masa Allah

2010-10-07T13:28:00.003+08:00

Masa Allah what a nice word to hear. If you join the words and read it goes like this 'masalah'. So every time you are faced with a problem remember that God is there. It's God's time. He cares for us so much even the littlest of details. So whatever problem you faced be it big or small, He still wants us to draw close to Him and trust in Him. This whole week has been a hectic one for me. As the semester is ending soon, lecturers have been giving many last minute work like assignments and lab reports. Not only that, my car broke down again. Oh well, I guess it was a test of faith. The miraculous thing is that my car got fixed by itself. Thank You Lord. I hope and pray that the car is completely heal. I now know that God was trying to answer my prayer. I just need to depend in Him. Even though I may not be a good Christian but that doesn't mean that God loves me less. He loves everyone the same which is a whole lot.

Great Reminders

2010-10-02T23:38:00.003+08:00

Wow...today has been an awesome day. I really thank God for giving me courage and leading me to lead the people to worship. I was super nervous (although people thinks I'm not). I'm happy that many was touched by the worship but it's not because of me but because God's presence was there. In worship, it's not about the music or songs but our hearts. I'm sure that God was speaking to everyone's heart including mine. Thank You Lord for being my friend and indeed You are high and lifted up. God thank You for spending time with me. Thank You for sending people into my life to constantly remind me of how great You are. Thanks bro for the encouragement. Well I'm still learning and hope that I can inspire many people in the future. But most I remembered is that my strength and hope comes from the Lord in Him I shall trust. Amen!!!

!Another great reminder is from my Pastor. He shared that we should have a strong foundation. Today is about strong foundation on reading the Word. Not only reading but studying it and meditate on it. It encourage me to start back reading the bible. This time with a different approach. I hope that God will give me the wisdom and strength to continue this habit.

Busy???

2010-10-01T18:27:00.004+08:00

Well a lot of people has been asking me am I that busy. Well in fact I'm also not sure why am I so packed with things...haha...But I would admit that I am busy. I guess because it's approaching end of semester and many assignments and replacement lab have pretty much filled up my time. Not only that, my CF is about to end which means many things have to be done. I guess I just want to take a rest. Not really burning out but just tired. Well today had a been a good reminder by my friends and leaders. I should take a break but just for a while and focus back on God. In Him will I find my source of strength. Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness and surely He will bless me. Thank You, Lord for the reminder.

Mooncake Festival

2010-09-21T23:51:00.003+08:00

Just had a great dinner party with my house mates a few friends. We just celebrated mooncake festival. We had pasta, chips and salsa, mash potatoes, longan, tong yuin, watermelons and of course mooncake. Although our dinner menu seems to be more western than oriental but who cares. The tong yuin we filled it up with chocolate and peanut butter spread. It was really nice. The mash potatoes were awesome. It had potatoes with ham and cheese crust...yum...My house mate is a really good cook. He even made the salsa with mangoes, cucumber and tomatoes. It was really good. Everyone enjoyed the food and the fellowship was great. Good time to relax for a while for I have two exams tomorrow. One in the morning and one at night. The morning exam I'm most afraid of because I really not sure what is coming out and although it's open book I didn't even buy the book...it was too expensive...Anyway, i'm just going to lean on God and trust Him...

Good friends, Great taste

Cheese crusted mash potatoes...

Star-shaped Tong Yuin

Other stuffed Tong Yuin

Mooncake

Dreams and Sleepless Night

2010-09-20T05:05:00.002+08:00

Well holidays are over and back to hectic life. The holidays have been good. I had a great time with my family and friends. Most of all, God spoke to me about the same thing within these past two weeks and yet I still feel I never practice it. Been having a lot of strange dreams. Some are really good and some are neither good nor bad. I really hope that the good dreams do come true. For example, my 13 year-old car will be miraculously be repaired and I don't have to send it to the mechanic. I'm really clinging to God's promise and I proclaim that the dream will come true. I had a dream that I was driving my car and nothing seems to be wrong with it. Amen!!! Anyhow, my first day back to uni and I can't sleep. Is it because of all the chinese tea I drank during dinner or maybe there's a fear within me that's keeping me up. I also don't know what I'm scared of. Anyway, this coming week is going to be one hectic week but I know God will give me strength and peace needed to go through with it. Still...why can't I sleep....

Worship God 2010

2010-09-17T00:56:00.003+08:00

Just got back from an awesome worship concert. It was led by True Worshippers, a very famous Christian Indonesian band. The Worship God 2010 is actually a 3 days conference but I only went for the night concert. Tomorrow night is the second night concert which will be led by GMB (another Indonesian band) but I can't go. Anyway, I was so happy that I went tonight. God really spoke to me. I had been feeling lost these few days. Trying to figure out whether is God still listening to me or am I still being a good child of His. Tonight's worship He really spoke to me not only through the songs but also spoke to me with His own words. I really thank God for answering prayers. The thing that really spoke to me the most was that He loves me and everybody so much. God truly love us regardless of what we've done or where we've been. He always picks us up when we fall down and He will always shelter us through the storm. God is always there. Whenever we feel that we've done something wrong, God will still love us. Thank you Lord for your unconditional love to me. Here is one of the songs that really spoke to me tonight...

YOU ARE MY FATHER

Verse 1:
It doesn't matter where I run, You're there for me
It doesn't matter what I've done Your love's for me
You wipe away the tears, You lift me when I fall
My life is safe by the mercy of Your grace

Verse 2:
It doesn't matter where I go, You walk with me
It doesn't matter when I fall, You cover me
You wipe away the tears, You lift me when I fall
My life is safe by the mercy of Your grace

Chorus:
You are my Father, Provider
You're my Deliverer
Your mercies embrace me, surround me
Through Your everlasting love
Father I worship You
Father I worship You

And Your love is for me
And Your love is for me
And Your love is forever

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LplB6L3q3rY&feature=related, do listen to it. It will really speak to you...

Selamat Hari Raya

2010-09-15T00:07:00.003+08:00

This year Raya I celebrated with my family and my uncle and aunt in Rasa. First time holidays, I'm not going back to Ipoh...sad eh...but really had a good time with my family. They came down to my bro's place. My aunt made chicken curry and rendang with pulut...it was super nice...For those who do not know me...my family is quite a 1 Malaysia. I get to celebrate Chinese New Year, Hari Raya and Deepavali(my uncle married a Malay and my another aunt married an Indian). Therefore I get to savour all the different traditional food...hehe...My parents were down here for the weekend and I'll stay here until after holidays...Really miss my hometown though but I really enjoyed the Raya holidays here. Got to eat a lot of great food...

Chicken Rendang

Curry Chicken

The famous Ulu Yam 'Loh Mee'

Meehoon Pork

A Day Out

2010-09-09T12:44:00.002+08:00

Had a great day yesterday. Went out from afternoon to late night. I had a great time watching movie, hanging out with friends and also singing karaoke with my bro and friends. It was quite a tiring day but it was just to relax and enjoy everyone's company. Step Up 3 was super super good (highly recommended if you like dancing shows). The story line wasn't that great but the dance moves were super awesome. I hope to learn the dances in the movie (won't be easy...no background in break dancing or any dance at all...hehe...) Karaoke session was good but tiring. We sang for 6 hours and it was just the 5 of us. It was expensive though because it was night session and they offered free buffet dinner (the food was actually very good), so we ate our money's worth. We really ate and sang our hearts out. We really let go of everything and just had fun (singing and dancing, jumping and screaming...haha...). Now I'm back in my bro's house in Rasa. Can't wait to see my family tomorrow as they will be coming here as well. We will surely have a lovely holiday...

Letters to God

2010-09-08T01:20:00.003+08:00

Well just watched a movie called 'Letters to God' with my house mate. It was really nice and touching. The movie was about a young cancer boy who touched many people lives. It's based on a true story. I guess I learned to keep on hoping and believe that God does answers prayers. We just have to put our faith on Him. Actually I learned a lot from this movie and crazy enough I want to start to write letters to God. I guess I should start back my journaling....hmmm....anyway awesome movie. Highly recommended.

Singapore

2010-09-08T01:04:00.003+08:00

I went to Singapore with my mom and bro during the recent Merdeka Holidays. My bro had planned this trip since last year. It was really nice and for my mom it was a first time since 20 years ago. So for her it was really new. My bro and I took her everywhere, from Orchard Road to East Coast Road, from Sentosa Island to Suntec City. We tried every mode of transportation, from flying to trains to bus to walking. We really walked a lot and seen a lot of things. In short it was a good holiday break for all 3 of us. Universal Studio was really nice too, we spent one whole day there and the rides were awesome. We had really good food too, first time I ate their Hokkien Mee. So different from back home in Malaysia. We also got to attend New Creation Church pastored by Pst Joseph Prince. Well we went for my mom wanted to go and so happen Darlene Zschech came to worship lead. Man it was awesome and God spoke to me too. It did open my mind to think differently for something. All in all it was an awesome holidays though at times we got lost...haha...Now we are dreaming and planning big. We are hoping to go for a UK and Europe Holiday together as a family by the time I graduate. Will have to start praying now (not to forget to start saving money)

Universal Studio

Hokkien Mee...mmm....

My mom and I

My mom, bro and me...hehe...

Marina Bay Sands aka the 'Ark'(the new casino)

Europe

2010-09-08T00:34:00.005+08:00

Venice (Italy)

Well this was my last stop of my Europe trip. I think I spent too long here for there was practically nothing to do here. All you see is water and tiny bridges, gondalas and buildings on water. I guess for a while you kind off get bored with the surroundings. The plus side was the food. The food is damn good and cheap whether you convert it or not. I got to see a play that tells about the history of Venice. It was very interesting. But I really feel that 3 days here will be too boring...the weather is so hot unlike the other European countries.

Venice river

One of the tiny bridges

Interlaken (Switzerland)

Interlaken is a very nice place to relax. It has beautiful mountains surrounding a very crystal clear blue lake. From here you should know that the sceneries will be beautiful and indeed it was. I did go up to the Alps and finally touch snow for the first time (I think it's snow...looks like shave ice to me). The Alps was super cold though, but I really enjoyed it. In short, Interlaken is a nice place to relax but if you want to try to do extreme activities like bungee jumping, sky diving and many more....this is the place.

Paris (France)

Paris the city of love...or so as they say...I think it's just okay. Quite a lovely place to walk around and enjoy the lovely weather. The famous Lourve Museum was super huge and nice. At least I got to see the famous Mona Lisa painting although it was from far. Also got to see the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame plus a few other famous buildings (which I forgot the name by now...haha...) The best part of Paris for me was of course going to Paris Disneyland. It has really been a dream come true although I prefer to go to the US one but at least is better than nothing. Food especially cheese here is truly awesome.

Notre Dame

Eiffel Tower

Paris Disneyland

UK (London and Oxford)

2010-08-21T22:09:00.008+08:00

I think most of you already know that the last holidays I had a great trip to UK. The best part was it was fully-sponsored but I did have to come out with a little bit on my own. Nevertheless it was really a great opportunity. I had always dreamt of going overseas and it really came true. Honestly speaking when I heard that I got the opportunity it was too good to be true. I thought was like in a dream or something. Anyway, I spent 10 days in UK(5 days in London and 5 days in Oxford). The real purpose of this trip was actually to do a research on behalf of my university. I had the opportunity to go to Oxford University for the research.

London

Well the first 5 days was spent in London. I went to all the famous attractions like Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, House of Parliament and many more. I actually enjoyed myself there especially the weather. The weather is like Genting Highlands but more colder, so it was nice to walk. The public transport in London is super convenient unlike here, the trains are on time. I also learnt a lot of stuff like the famous London bridge is actually known as Tower Bridge and Big Ben is not the clock tower but the bell inside it. Besides London, I also took a boat to Greenwich to see(touch) the Meridian Greenwich Line. Honestly, I don't really see what the big hoohaa about this. So many people flock to this place just to take picture of a gold line on the floor(but I'm also 1 of those people..haha..)I also walked along West End Street and wanted to catch a musical so badly but my other team members are not fond of it. They are more interested in shopping. Anyway, I'm hoping that I can come back to catch at least one musical.

Meridian Greenwich line

Tower Bridge(Thames River)

Big Ben

Buckingham Palace

Royal Albert Hall

Oxford

the next 5 days I was in Oxford. Oxford is actually a small town and it represents the whole of Oxford University. Oxford University has 37 colleges scattered around the town so there is no set boundary of the university. The town looks a lot like the scenes in Harry Potter films(which of course they filmed some parts of the show here). In Oxford I spent most of time interviewing administration staff, principles, lecturers, tutors and also talking to the students for my research. It really broaden my mindset on Oxford. I was thought that students will be studying 24/7 but in fact they have the same student life as us here in Malaysia. Doing assignments in wee hours of the morning and spending most of their time hanging out with friends(typical student life). The most fascinating about the university is their tutorial system. One tutor has only maximum 4 students. Unlike us, one tutor has 30 over students. The environment is also suitable to study. I guess because of the weather and the rustic setting. However, after a while I got kind of bored looking at brown-brick buildings.

College gardens

Dining Hall

Welcome Back!!!

2010-08-21T22:06:00.003+08:00

Well I guess I'm back to 'blogging'. Didn't realise that I had not blogged for almost 4 months. I guess I didn't have the time. Since now all the series that I've been following has stopped and will start again in September, I guess I have the time. Well many things had happened during the past 4 months. Some of you guys already know my most major and happening event and that was going to UK and Europe. I think I'll blog about it in the next post. Besides that, I have been given many new responsibilities and will expect more events and happenings to come...So I guess I'm back!!!!

Time Flies By So Fast

2010-04-29T12:40:00.003+08:00

Yup time does fly by very fast. I just finished my last paper last monday and that's it...I actually finish my second year. So fast. I can hardly believe that I'm already halfway of my degree. I had such a blast during my second year. I went to a lot of places, done many weird things, gotten many more friendship bonds. get to stay in a house full with a bunch of crazy people, stay up late most of the time to finish up my lab reports and also a lot of prayers have been answered. In short in was a good year. The day that my exams were over, my friends and I went to One Utama to have lunch. Then later that evening we went to the Curve and watched a movie (Shutter Island) and for dinner we went to SS/2 pasar malam. We actually went out the whole day. The next day I went to my bro's place and we went to Genting for dinner. He actually drove all the way up there and we just had KFC and Coffee Bean. It was my first time in the casino too. The guard stop me to check my age....haha...should I take it as a compliment or an insult. That two days was really a great day. Great bonding sessions not only with my bro but also with my coursemates. Anyway, I'll be going back to Ipoh this Friday and I can't wait to see my family and old friends. Really can't wait. Till then the blogging might stop due to no connection at my house Hopefully I can update on my trip to UK.

Goodbye, Sayonara, Adios, Schuss, Selamat Tinggal!!!

2010-04-25T00:03:00.003+08:00

Goodbye is a word that people always use as an acknowledgement when parting. Most of times we say this knowing well that we'll meet again the next day or the next week. But some goodbyes are so hard to say. I think I'm going to sound so emo...haha...Did you know that goodbye actually means 'God be with you'. Suddenly I'm blogging about this is because my seniors are graduating. After so long building the friendship it's time to say goodbye. It's the same feeling when I left for university. I had to say goodbye to close friends and knowing that we may never meet as often again. But I always thank God for all these people. Each person that I know have made an impact and left footprints in my life that I will cherish forever. I guess that's life. We need to move on and continue to impact different people in our lives. We should be a blessing to everyone. So I'm here to say thank you to all my friends and seniors who are graduating. I'm sure going to miss you guys but I know that we will meet again someday. Do keep in touch...hehe...And here's to all my friends, remember to cherish everyone that comes into your life. Live life to the fullest, loving everyone regardless of race, creed or status. Life is really too short to be complaining all the time but it's time to be thankful and be appreciative.

To Continue or Not???

2010-04-21T21:21:00.002+08:00

Wow it's been months since I last blog. Sorry for MIA from the blogger world but I guess I got kind off frustrated with the internet line and editting the pics. Besides that, I got lazy...haha...I wonder how you bloggers can keep on going. I guess you must have the passion. Like what the title says, I'm not sure to continue blogging or to stop. Sometimes I do feel like blogging but sometimes I don't. Anyway, there's tons of things to update. Many things and new experience happen this semester. Firstly, I had a new environment to stay (I moved out of college), made a lot of new friendship bonds (but lost some old ones), got some new responsibilities (but do feel stress about it but I think I can do it), had very interesting subjects and labs (the reports were very long though) and also went and going to a lot of new places. Besides that, the car has been serving its purpose and not giving and problems. Thank God. I also encountered a lot of 'first time' for me (if you want to know then ask me personally...hehe...). I guess many things had happened in this past semester and I'm going to expect more happenings in the next half year. I guess God will continue to teach me stuff and wants me to grow. Not only that, I know that He'll always be there for me. Now should I continue to blog again....hmmm....

Sarawak Trip

2009-12-30T21:49:00.006+08:00

Finally can be blogging again. I'm back in uni so I can finally go online. Anyway, now it's finally time to blog about my Sarawak trip. I have many photos and I dont think I can upload 300 over photos, so I decided to make it as a video which I've yet to do. Overall, the trip was fantastic. I went to Kuching then to Sibu then to Miri. I was in each city for 2 days. Each city has their own mascot.

Kuching

In Kuching we visited a lot of places. From museums to hotels. From shopping centres to street markets. We tried local food there like golok mee and laksa Sarawak. To me, golok mee looks like char siew mee and laksa sarawak is exactly like curry mee but the lemak type. They use meehoon in the laksa but it's the thick type. Not like in Semenanjung the thin thin meehoon. We also visited Fort Magherita (I think that's how you spell it). It's a nice building but too bad we can't enter it so we only took pictures outside the gate. We also went to people's park at night. It's a park to symbolise the friendship between China and Malaysia. It has a big statue of Laksamana Cheng Ho but it was too dark to take picture for we went at night. We also went to visit the cultural village. This is my second time there and I still enjoy it. You really get to experience the different cultures of Sarawak. It is also the venue of the famous event Rainforest Music Festival. Here's a tip, do bring along your student card if you are going to visit the cultural village. Your fare will be only RM15 if not you have to pay RM6o. At night, you can stroll along the river bank. You can snap a thousand over pictures with all the cat statues around the city. The mascot of Kuching is of course the cat.

View at river bank (night) Fort Magherita Cultural Village

People's Park View at river bank (day)

Sibu

In order to get to Sibu from Kuching, we took a bus. It was the cheapest mode of transport but the longest. The bus was an 8 hour journey and it was a bumpy ride. You can't even sleep in the bus for you will be bouncing up and down most of the time. The bus ticketing price is also very funny. It follows like airplane ticket. Meaning at one time it will cost RM10 and in just ten minutes later it can go up to RM20. The earlier you buy the cheaper it is. The back seats are also cheaper but the most bumpy. When we got to Sibu we went to visit the night life of the city that was the pasar malam and a place known as the Gateway. Sibu is a nice little town just like Ipoh. There's nothing much to do but eat and eat and eat. So the whole time there, we tried different food like snails, kampua mee and many exotic food. Seafood here is fresh. Kampua mee is like golok mee in Kuching. The laksa here is sweeter. I also tried mee suah. It's like noodles in wine. People in Sibu likes to do gardening. All houses are filled with their own vegetable and herbs patch. I guess Sibu people have green fingers. For Sibu, the swan is their symbol.

The streets in Sibu is decorated with Christmas trees 9-Storey Temples

The Gateway Rajang river

Miri

Again another grueling 8 hours bus ride, we finally reached Miri. Miri is to me is like a cleaner and bigger version of Penang. Again the food here tastes different and the seafood is the best and freshest. we visited a crocodile farm. I got to feed a horse and goats. Got to see procupines, mynahs, emu and of course crocodiles. All the crocodiles are so huge and all sleeping only until it was feeding session. Then we visited the beach and also Marina Bay whereby we saw the sun set. We also visited the petroleum museum. There was nothing much and it looks like PetroScience in KLCC but a smaller version. In Miri, we played cards till late night and also learn how to play Mahjong. We left from Miri airport to LCCT. Our plane was delayed for an hour and we stayed over in LCCT Coffee Bean until the next morning. In Miri, the mascot will be seahorse.

Crocodile farm View from Petroleum Museum

Sunset at Marina Bay Lighthouse

All in all the trip was enjoyable but tiring. I recommend to sit planes from one place to another. It's a bit more pricy but it saves a lot of time. There's sure a lot of things to eat so prepare a big appetite. Also bring a lot of cash to spend on souvenirs and many more. Remember to bring your student card too. You never know when you might get discounts.

P.S I'll post the video of pictures soon I think. Let me find the time to do so. For now I'll upload some of the pictures only.

No Blogging

2009-11-27T21:06:00.003+08:00

Yup as the title says I wont be able to be blogging for awhile. This is because I have no connection at home. Only able to post this at a cyber cafe. I have loads to blog especially my trip to Sarawak but I guess it'll have to wait till end of december when I go back to uni. Many things have changed during this holiday and many events will be coming up in the future too. I hope that I can continue to blog. Anyway, take care everybody. Happy holidays! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

Sleepless night

2009-11-04T17:23:00.003+08:00

Last night or should I say this morning, I couldn't sleep at all. Thus, resulting that I didn't sleep the whole night. Yup I was actually awake for more than 24hours. This thing happens to me occasionally and I'm not sure why. Maybe because I had teh tarik at night before going to bed. The last time that this thing happened to me was last year where I was up the whole night thinking for a theme for MK09. This time I tried to put myself to sleep by studying but it didnt work. So I stayed up all night reading books and watching movies. I got bored but not tired. I thank God that I dont have exam today if not i'm going to the price for it. I was so bored that I actually took pictures for the sun to rise. Haha....

4.30am (barely can see anything)

5.30am (can see the tree a bit)

6.30am (the sun is up)

7.30am (the sun is in the horizon)

8.30am (the sun is up in the sky, shining so brightly)

Life Lesson

2009-11-03T16:00:00.002+08:00

This is a very common email or article but I still would like to share this to everyone. It really made me think and learn to appreciate life more.

A professor stood before his philosophy class And had some items in front of him. When the class began, wordlessly, he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls. He then asked the students, if the jar was full. They agreed that it was. The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was. The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with a unanimous 'yes.' The professor then produced two cups of coffee from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar, effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed. 'Now,' said the professor, as the laughter subsided, 'I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things - family, children, health, friends – Things that if everything else was lost and only they remained, Your life would still be full. The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, house, and car. The sand is everything else --The small stuff. 'If you put the sand into the jar first,' he continued, 'there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, You will never have room for the things that are important to you. So... Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. spend time with your family. Take time to get medical checkups. Take your friends out to dinner. There will always be time to clean the house and study. 'Take care of the golf balls first -- The things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.' One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the coffee represented. The professor smiled. 'I'm glad you asked'. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend.'

Chilis Again!!!

2009-10-28T00:17:00.003+08:00

This is my second time to Chilis in Midvalley and of course it was the best. This time I went with a few other PERKEBians. Two juniors and one fellow mate. This time we were smarter, we ordered 3 things and shared. The portions as usual was huge and it was more than enough. Besides that, we ordered the Tostada Chips which is refillable and so are the drinks. After that, Su Jian joined us for a late night movie. We watched Whiteout and honestly I would not recommend that film unless you really like Kate Beckinsale (I think I spelt her name correctly). The movie is quite slow moving and the ending is very very very disappointing or meaningless. Another show maybe not recommended to watch in the cinema is Pandora...Haha... I watched that too in the cinema. It has a great storyline but a bit confusing. Nice ending though.

Good Break

2009-10-07T18:45:00.003+08:00

Wow finally can start blogging again after so long. Things have really gone so crazy in UKM. Never in my life I have so many assignments. The worst part is when you finished one and handed up and the next thing you know is that the lecturer gives you another one. Anyway, the Raya break was really something which I needed. I thank God that I had a wonderful holiday. It even come to a point that I didn't want to come back to uni also...Haha... During the holidays I met up with many of my friends, both church and school. It was really nice to get to meet up with them. The best part was also to meet my parents. Home is still best. During the holidays, I went walking with my mom and her friend. We walked in Polo Ground. While walking we saw many people flying kites and my mom suggested that we buy one and fly one too. Of course we thought it was a joke but I was wrong. My mom was serious so we really did fly a kite. It was so fun. Brings back childhood memories. I flew my first kite when I was 8 with my dad. At that time the kites were made of sticks and plastics and it always get caught up in trees or electric poles. Now kites are made of plastic frames and clothes. It was really fun. never in my life I flew a kite so high. My mom ask me to bring back to uni so that I would fly the kite to distress. So far I only did it once in uni ever since I got back. I guess I'll fly it again when all my assignments are done. Haha...

Signal Error

2009-09-19T00:30:00.002+08:00

Do people get the wrong signals about me when I'm being too good or kind too people? Why do people think that I'm interested in someone when I treat everyone the same? I always treat everyone nicely. I do tend to give in to people which I'm trying to learn to say no. By being kind, is that giving the wrong signals? Does that mean that I'm interested in that person? I really dont know what to do? Thanks for the comments to ask me to be myself. But when I'm being myself people may tend to get the wrong signals. So how do I get to be myself? If I set boundaries also, people will complain why I'm acting cold. I'm so lost. Really never felt like this before. Now sometimes it's so hard to be myself.

Too Kind or Too Cold

2009-09-13T11:04:00.003+08:00

This thing has been in my mind for a very long time now. It seems very hard to differentiate them. To all who know me, am I too kind or too cold? Do tell me please so that I could change myself. I've always been friendly to people that people sometimes tell me not to be too kind. If I'm too kind people may tend to take advantage of me. So they said I should set some boundaries. But when I did that, now people saying that I'm too cold. So what should I do? When I give in to people, they said I'm being too kind. When I set certain boundaries, they said I'm too cold. So how would I know what's the difference. How can I balance the two? I don't want to be cold and also not too kind until people take advantage of me. Or should I just let be? Just continue to be old happy-go-lucky self. I need your help. Am I too kind or being too cold?

God's Many Blessings

2009-09-13T10:57:00.002+08:00

Just last Wednesday I fell sick again. In the midst of my mid sem I fell sick. Seems to be the same every year..oh well. However, God has been faithful and He showered many blessings upon me. I came down with a flu, fever and a cough. All symptoms of H1N1. At first, I was scared. Many thoughts came through my mind. But at the back of my head I know that God will heal and protect me. Thank God is not H1N1. Just a common flu. But God bless me with many good friends. They bless me with food, fluids and medication. Too much food in fact. It can help me keep myself full for many days. Thank you all. By Friday, my fever was gone and now only left with a stuffed nose..hehe...God's promises never fails...Amen!!!

Michael Learns To Rock Concert

2009-09-12T23:42:00.004+08:00

Last weekend I got to go for the MLTR concert in Gentings. Man it was a good show. The band sang most of their old songs and some brand new songs. The nicer part was when they sang the older songs...hehe... But we had a great time singing and shouting. I went to the concert with my mom, bro, his gf and his friends. The funny part or tense part was when my bro's friend misplaced the ticket. In the end we had to buy new tickets. That thing alone caused my bro and I to fight. Maybe because I was too tired and over excited at the same time. Anyway, we let things settle down and still went for the concert. It was really awesome. I'm still waiting for the pictures taken by my bro's friend cause I don't have a digital camera so could only take pictures from afar(phone camera). The band still can play and sing. I wonder why they call themselves Michael Learns To Rock when there is no member named Michael and most of their songs are slow romantic songs and only 1 rock song...haha...anyway it was good to hear their classic songs like 'Paint My Love' and 'Sleeping Child'. All in all it was a good concert. Besides the cool breeze in Gentings was also good enough...

Happy Birthday Malaysia

2009-08-31T10:31:00.002+08:00

Today our beloved country celebrate its 52 years of independence. Happy birthday Malaysia. I can't believe it that Malaysia is 52 years old. I thought after living together for 52 years, we all would change our mindsets. However, sadly enough we still stereotype our neighbours based on their skin colour, religion and status. How can we live as one nation when we are all trying to outdo each other or trying to get rid of each other. In my school days(make me sound so old..haha...) my friends and I could get along very well. No such things as Malays, Chinese or Indians. We were Malaysians. We played galah panjang, football, aci duduk, ice and water and all the games kids usually play. We couldnt be bothered on what race or religion, we just played and have fun. But nowadays, times have changed. I guess the advancement in technology has changed the mindsets of people. Children rather spend time on their computer than playing with their neighbours and friends. In uni, people usually hang out with their own race only. This really was a big culture shock for me. A lot of my coursemates felt weird of me that I mix with other races. Is that a crime? I've been raised like that. Besides, we are Malaysians, not Malays, Chinese and Indians. What about our East Malaysian friends? People tend to brush them off aside thinking that they are not bright or slow. I know I'm kind off criticizing Malaysia right now, but don't get me wrong. I still am proud to be a Malaysian. It's just that these are issues that are yet to be settled then in the past and now in the present. As we celebrate our 52 years of independence, let us reflect back on how our unity got us thus far. Let us stop trying to win each other but work together towards Vision 2020. We should continue to live in harmony and respect one another. We must remember that we are Malaysians, 'Satu bangsa, Satu Negara' MALAYSIA BOLEH!!! Happy Birthday Malaysia!!!

40 Days Fast and Prayer

2009-08-29T12:53:00.003+08:00

The whole 40 days fast and prayer for our nation is coming to an end. This is my first time which I'd fasted facebook. Haha...so a thousand apologies for people who have invited me to events and added me as a friend. These 40 days have been a blessing to me and I hope that I would learn to fast and pray even more. As we have prayed for our nation, I'm sure that God hears our prayers and will heal our land. As long as we continue to intercede for our nation, God will continue to shower His blessings upon this nation. Last Thursday, my CF had Hari Doa (Prayer Day). We gathered all Christians in UKM to pray for ourselves, our uni and also for our nation. It was really a powerful night and I know that our prayers would be answered. Yesterday night we had a combine churches prayer meeting. Congregation from all churches in Kajang gathered to pray for our country. It was really good. I would like to post a picture which I took at my church. it's a painting done by an Israelian. There was no theme. He said it was up to us on how to interpret it. So I would like you all to interpret it in your own way. There's no right or wrong answers. Your interpretation need not to biblical too. Just only what you see and what's impressed in your heart. Hehe...

Roller Coaster Ride

2009-08-29T12:38:00.003+08:00

Wow just realise that I've not been blogging for quite some time. Been quite busy with I'm not sure what. I myself am not really sure what happen to all my free time. The first batch of assignments are due this week so it's crunch time again. My labs for one subject is done only 2 more labs to go I think. Just when you thought that the assignments period had ended, I thought wrong. Next week is my mid sem exams and the second batch of assignments has just come in and is piling up. The whole week has been a emotional rollercoaster for me. At the first day of the week, my bro told me some bad news. Then just when I finish talking to him, my mom called and told me to pray for a problem. During the week, a friend of mine was having an up and down crisis. One minute that person is scolding and blaming me. Then the next minute it was like nothing ever happen. Now at the end of the week, we are no longer speaking to one another and I really dont know why. But I would like to ask for your help in prayer and also in suggestions. I really cant do this own my own. I was so hurt with things that the person had said and I know that we should no take things to our hearts but I just cant help it. How can someone blame you for things you've never even done. And all the times I've been helping out that person. I sometimes just want to tell that person off but I scared that it will hurt that person feelings. I just feel that it is very unfair to the rest of us who have been caring and helping for that person and in the end get shoot back at. Anyway, I really dont know what to do. All I can do is being reminded to continue to pray for that person and myself. SO WHAT SHOULD I DO??? Am I too kind/naive that people always take advantage of me? Why do I always have to face people like this(for this is not my first time)? Is God trying to teach me something from this? So many questions are running through my head. I hope and pray that someone can help me in my dillema. I know at the end God will be there for me and I know that His love will never fail.

Freshies In Sovereign Hand (F.I.S.H)

2009-08-09T23:13:00.003+08:00

Just last Friday, my church cell group organized an event for the first years. It was an evangelistic event for first years. However, there were more second year than first years. Nevertheless, the main purpose of this event was to share the love of Christ to our friends. We had testimonies, presentations and games. The most important was that we had food. Free dinner for everyone who came. Haha... The event was a success and we hope that the friends we had brought would continue to open up their hearts. Thank you Lord for making it a success...

New Tune Intro Night

2009-08-09T23:05:00.003+08:00

New tune is a chinese club for creative arts(singing, musicians and dancing). I'm not a member but I was asked to help play a few songs for them. They were lacking in musicians and since the president is Edmund(my good friends since childhood) asked me too, I helped out. I only went for practice like two times which was like two days before the event. This intro night is to introduce this club to the first years that just came in to uni. However all the songs that were sung/played are chinese songs. There was only 2 english songs out of the 10. The songs were actually nice and some of the songs were written by the seniors of the club. The whole night was great except of the sound system. The sound system was very bad. Nevertheless, it came to a success. Really enjoyed myself...

Labs!!!

2009-08-09T22:54:00.003+08:00

This sem I've 14 labs to do. Every week at least I have 2 labs. The lab reports have to hand in at least 3 days to one week after we've done the experiment. The labs this year are quite interesting. Finally we get to do surveying which is quite tiring and tedious but yet fun. Our environment lab let us test how clean our Faculty lake is. To my surprise the water in the lake is as clean as distilled water. Can you imagine that? The lake water is brown in colour and yet when we test is super clean. It's safe to drink and swim in it. I guess the phrase don't judge a book by it's cover is really proven. The other labs are for fluid mechanics which we experiment about water pressure in pipes and weirs(dams). All in all the labs are really fun but the reports are madness. So many graphs and calculations to do. Luckily we always manage to finish on time. Thank God!!!

Reflux for 2 hours

This chemicals is added and then titrated to test the Chemical Oxygen Demand(COD)

Land Surveying

The 2nd Saga Continues....

2009-08-09T22:48:00.002+08:00

Wow...I've not been blogging for more than a month already. Well...I guess I can only say that I'm busy again. Busy with activities and assignments. nothing surprising for me...haha...It's my life I guess. As I begin my second year, many things have changed. Firstly, I'm a senior now...feel so old like that...haha...I thought when I get my new room I would be staying in the senior block whereby is a single room..However, I got back my old block when I was first year. Very happy even though I'm staying withh 2 roommates so that means there's 3 of us in the room. The room here is bigger than the room I stayed in my 3rd sem. The best thing is that it is so much cooler...most important..haha...My classes are pretty hectic since I have classes from Monday to Saturday and no breaks in between the week. Well I guess it helps me save money since I wont be able to go out that often...haha...This 2nd year I'm finally learning about my civil and environment engineering. So now I really know what civil engineers do..haha...

Kampar Mission Trip

2009-06-22T11:59:00.003+08:00

Last Wednesday I went down to Kampar on a mission trip. I went to help Pst Nicky and his team for a Welcoming Party for the new students of UTAR and KTAR in Kampar. I followed a group from Nottingham. There were 8 Nigerians and 1 Kenyan. i knew them because we are all church members in Kajang. So I really enjoy myself working with them. It was great to see how talented they are. I also learned a lot from them especially in their culture and language. The Welcoming Party was a successful one. In all worked out fine eventhough with last minute practices. It was made possible because God's hands was upon the whole event. We targeted for 50 students to attend but ending up with 170 students. To God be the glory. It was really a nice night. I've learned a new song and 2 African songs. Haha... I really enjoyed myself. Kampar reminded me of my home town. Although I was so near to Ipoh, I couldn't go back for the weekend because I'd presentation today so have to prepare for it. But can't wait to go back next week....

3rd Semester Ends

2009-06-22T11:44:00.002+08:00

Wow so long i've not be blogging. I guess probably I'm too lazy and also i was busy. My 3rd semester is finally ending. This week is my last week. This week is actually my final exam week so practically my 3rd sem ends this thursday and I can't wait. At last I can go back home. The sad part is I only will be home for only a week and I'm back in uni to start my 2nd year 1st semester. Oh well I still thank God that I can go back for a week. Time does really fly by very fast. I just finished my first year. My goodness, 3 years left. Pretty soon I'm going to graduate already. Oh well this 3rd semester was kind off like a break to me. I think I went to mid valley once a week just to watch a movie. never in my life have I watched so many movies. Let's see, first was Night At The Museum 2, then Terminator then was 17 Again. I think I'll be watching Transformers 2 this week. Although the many assignments in such short time I still thank God for His mercies. i also was at least able to set my priorities right for next semester. Thank God for my good results too.

Bad Day - Thank God

2009-05-22T23:25:00.003+08:00

Wow...today has been quite a day for me. But it's actually a simple thing yet it turn horribly wrong. My car's aircond broke down two days ago and I decided to fix it today after class. Since I'm here in Kajang/Bangi, I really didn't know any trustworthy foreman. So I called my senior to help and we went to 7 shops all telling me the same thing but all with different prices. Didn't know what to do? I was so tired and it was so hot that I nearly crumbled to the ground. Each time they said the price, it gets higher and higher. Not only that, from one malfunctioned part of the car then it will lead to another. Meaning, firstly they said this broke then later another thing also broke and then another. It's like one whole package. Anyway, I was so lost. In the end, I just fix at the last shop that I visited. They did a real good job but I think they did ripped me off. It was quite expensive. Looks like I've to live on a tight budget. They keep telling me to fix this and that and I was thinking to myself that do they think that I print money. I'm still a university student living on a tight budget and here they are asking me to fix everything. Fear crept into me as I waited, it's like the old situation happening again. Back in Ipoh, I always had to fix the car. Now here again. Oh no... However, despite all this I still want to thank God. Through this experience, I managed to learn a lot of things. When I shared this in my cell group something hit me the most. A friend shared to us that sometimes we should listen first then pray. Maybe that's what I forgot. I only prayed and prayed that God will send me to a good foreman but I forgot to listen for His reply. Instead, I just went with my own intuation. Nevertheless, God still see me through it eventhough it was a tough ride. But I do know that God was trying to teach me something. I guess it was to listen to Him more when I seek Him. Thank you Lord for everything. Now everyday I'm going to pray for my car that nothing will ever happens to it again. Haha...

I Can Only Imagine/Everything

2009-05-20T23:28:00.002+08:00

Recently I've been hearing these two songs over and over again and it inspires and encourages me a lot. I hope these songs will help you people too...

I Can Only Imagine

I can only imagine

It would be like

When I walk by Your side

I can only imagine

What my eyes will see

When Your face is before me

I can only imagine

Surrounded by Your glory

What will my heart feel

Will I dance for You, Jesus

Or in awe will I be still

Will I stand in Your presence

To my kness will I fall

Will I sing Hallelujah

Will I be able to speak at all

I can only imagine

When that day come

And I find myself

Standing in the sun

I can only imagine

When all I will do

Is forever, forever worship You

I can only imagine

Everything

God in my living

There in my breathing

God in my waking

God in my sleeping

God in my resting

There in my working

God in my thinking

God in my speaking

Be my everything

God in my hoping

There in my dreaming

God in my watching

God in my waiting

God in my laughing

There in my weeping

God in my hurting

God in my healing

Christ in me

Christ in me, the hope of Glory

Be my everything

Worship Central

2009-05-20T12:07:00.003+08:00

Yesterday I went to the Worship Central Conference in Damansara Utama Methodist Church(DUMC). It was hosted by Tim Hughes and Al gordon. It was a real wonderful experience. Honestly at first, I went there to listen Tim and Al sing but in the end I was there to praise God. God's presence was so strong there and I was so happy to see hundreds just singing and praising God. Tim and Al shared their own testimony and words of encouragement to keep on worshipping and serving God. Worship has the power to change the world and amazing things can happen when we worship. We have to have courage to be passionate, courage to be pure and run the race with perseverance. We must always look at the prize and that is Jesus Christ. For those who are in the music ministry, we must not fall into temptations. Worship leaders are not stars but servants. God wants servants and not stars. So remember that God should be everything in our lives. Everything that we do should glorify God be it in our studies, our thinking, our speaking and our actions. God must always be there. If you put God first, I'm sure that He'll continue to bless you...

Family

2009-05-19T23:30:00.003+08:00

Suddenly felt like doing a post about my family. I have a wonderful family. Though each of us have flaws but we do have our strengths too and these help us to stay united. Most importantly, the person that binds us all together is God himself. My family consists of my parents, my brother, me and my additional family member, my pet dog. Haha... I really thank God for giving me such wonderful parents. They nurtured and cared for me with all they have. At times you do wish to have other people's parents but in the long run no parents are better than your own parents. Besides, God had put me into this family and so I must live and love it. Parents may be annoying at times like asking every single detail of happenings in your life and they still treat you as a little child eventhough we are all grown up. But that is the way how they express love and affection. Have you ever thought of how they feel when they scold us? I think they are hurting inside too but they have no choice. As the saying goes, spare the rod, spare the child. So they discipline us to become better human beings when we grow up. My mom is like my best friend. We both tell each other everything. My dad is a good choice maker for other people except himself. I mean that he wants his children to grow up to have a better life than him. He doesn't want us to make the same mistake he did. He is also a very good cook. Next is siblings. I have a very good brother. Yes, as siblings we do quarrel but it will only last like 5 minutes. Don't remember fighting with him pyhsically though, only in words. At times is hard being the youngest in the family. When you see your brother doing so well in life and people start comparing you with him, it's way stressful. But it also got me to think how does he feel? Being the eldest is not easy either. He has to be more responsible and has to set pars for the younger to follow. For me I think being the eldest would be hard. Anyway, I really thank God that He had helped us through bad times and through good times. Though we may have our ups and downs, but we journey life together as one. Don't always complain about your family, you have only one family so live to love them. Everyone has their own imperfections but together you can help each other. Stop thinking about the 'What if' and start thinking about 'How to'. Live your life to the fullest. Your family is the greatest gift that God has given to you...

My Brother's Competition cum Exhibition

2009-05-18T22:16:00.004+08:00

Well my brother came to KL for his competition cum exhibition. He came to exhibit his product of his research. His research is about recycling thrown tiles into interlocking blocks. He called it EnviroBLOCK. I'm not sure how the process works but I know it's complicated. Haha... anyway, I'm really proud of my brother for he got Silver prize. But to me he already won gold. At least his product is helping us to save the environment and to prevent global warming from getting worse. I'm so glad to meet up with him. I'll just continue to pray for him as he ventures into the working life soon. May God be with him every step of the way...

A Weekend Holiday

2009-05-18T21:48:00.004+08:00

As I really have nothing to do, I decided to go on a trip last weekend. I went to Genting Highlands with my friends and had a blast. We went on Friday morning by bus and reaching at Genting itself in the afternoon. We checked in to put in our bags and off to the theme park. We played everything and until the theme park closes. Then it was dinner and off to play the indoor theme park. We played indoor until 12am and off to supper. Then after that we went night sight-seeing and took loads of pictures throughout the day. Then we went back to the room around 2am and started playing cards until 3.30am. Then we bathe and went to sleep. The next day another friend and I went for the buffet breakfast. Since we had 7 of us who are there and only 2 could go, we had to sneak out some food. I really felt weird like I was a mother bird finding food to feed the chicks. Haha... We wrapped food and stuffed it into my bag and brought it up to the room. Everyone had breakfast and we went to Ripley's. I think this is my 7th time going in. Do I still want to go in again. Maybe not for the time being until they add more stuffs. But I went along cause most didn't go in before. After that we checked out and went back to Kajang. Well at least all of them did except me. I went to KL Central. I was going to KLCC to meet up with my brother. My brother is here in KL for an exhibition cum competition. I was so happy to meet him. He took me to the hotel and we rested. He was going for a dinner later and I had to eat on my own. I didn't mind. I had something quick and got back to the room to rest. When he came back we talked and watched movies until it was time to sleep. The next day when he went for the exhibition, I went to PetroScience in KLCC. It was really worth it. I have always wanted to go for it and I finally got the chance. I really enjoyed myself. I spent in there for more than 3 hours. Then I went for lunch and helped my brother to pack up. Next, I took the train back to Kajang. Suddenly when I reach KL Central again there was an announcement saying that the KTM was out-of-order. I prayed hard and thank God that it was down for 10 minutes. Then I came back to the room and fell asleep. I was really tired. I'm really happy that I had a good weekend. Thank you Lord...but the thing is I'm broke...Haha...

3rd Semester

2009-05-18T21:42:00.002+08:00

How nice to have holidays finally after the whole three weeks of exams. But the sad part is that I had to take 3rd semester which starts like 4 days after my exams. Anyway, I did go back home to run some errands and caught up with some friends. On the 11th of May, I'm back in uni again. Back to the shifting of things and the cleaning of a new room. This time I'll be staying in the seniors block which is like 1 person to 1 room. So I kind of like it. I have my own private place. Haha... anyway the bad part of the room is that it's so hot in the evening and at night due to the fact that my room faces the evening sun. So the heat is trapped in my room and it's not well-ventalated. Seeing my timetable so far, I have classes everyday except on Thursdays and all my classes are in the mornings. I have no labs and yet to have assignments so I'm kind of free. It's a good thing though, it means I can spend more time with God. I hope no distractions. I really want a closer relationship with Him...

Of Exams and Movies!!

2009-05-05T09:44:00.002+08:00

After 3 weeks of exams, today is finally my last paper. I should be studying but I've no mood to study already. Instead, here am I blogging about it. Haha...not a good thing to do. Maybe I've no mood because today's my last paper. Besides that, I'll be going back home today also. I really can't wait. Although I just went back two weeks ago, if I don't go back now, I've no other time already. Unfortunately, I'm compulsory to take third semester for my course requires it. Well, so I'll be back to uni life in less than a week. Anyway, for this last paper I'm really not sure why I've no mood. Just last weekend, I went to watch 2 movies. X-Men Origins : Wolverine and also Friday the 13th. Personally, both shows are very good. I really liked both of them. There are still many movies which I want to watch but no time and no money. Haha... After today, I realised I finished 1 year of studies already. Imagine that, how time flies so fast. Thank God for seeing me through this whole year. I continue to pray that God will help me throughout my studies here in uni. Thank God for His abundance blessings and for giving great friends. I hope that all of you would be grateful for what He has done for you so far. Always be thankful and never complain. Then you'll see how wonderful is He.

X-camp 2009

2009-05-02T09:40:00.003+08:00

On the 10-12 of April, I went for my church camp in Kajang. It was really an awesome camp. I felt rejuvenated and refreshed but most importantly a lot of doubted questions has been answered. We had the camp in Nur Lembah Pangsun Eco Resort in Semenyih. It was really a nice place. The activities was fun. We had wall climbing, flying fox, jungle trekking to a waterfall and rafting. The speaker of the camp was Pastor Daniel Ross. He was really awesome. Very spirit-filled and really on fire for God. He is only 29 years-old and he has travelled around the world preaching the gospel. I had lots of fun playing but most importantly lots of fun receiving the word of God. Some doubted questions of mine has been answered by God in this camp. The camp theme was hearing the voice of God. Pastor Daniel taught us how to listen and in what ways God can speak to us. It was really pratical ways and it was useful. In the midst of this hoo-haa, I injured myself on the rafting and hurt my feet. For the next two days i had to limped all over. But overall, I enjoyed myself....

Internet Connection Breakdown

2009-05-02T09:31:00.002+08:00

Yup it's been a long time since I blogged. What to do...very bad internet connection in uni. Not that stable and the worst part is we still have to pay the wireless fees whether we use it or not. This whole month has been a busy month eventhough it's the last month of my second semester. Rushing to finish 2 assignments which lecturers gave very last minute. The assignment was supposed to be given one month before exams but instead they gave only a two weeks before exam. One of those week was my study break. Since I decided to go back to Ipoh during my study break I had to finish the assignments in one week. Thank God for His grace and mercy for giving me good teammates and good friends to help me. The first assignment was the worst. Imagine we had to design a circuit for a traffic light system in a cross-junction. It really was not easy for me since I'm going to study civil which will use less electric knowledge but anyhow after sleepless nights I managed to finish. The other assignment was quite easy for it was just calculations on thermodynamics. But that whole week made me realise how wonderful and awesome God can be. He helped me through it all. Thank you Lord!!!

Friends

2009-04-04T23:46:00.005+08:00

Today I finally managed to meet up with my Ipoh church friends. It was so nice to meet each other and update the happenings of our individual lives. I really miss my friends back in Ipoh. Although some of us are in Selangor, we rarely even meet each other. So it was really good that we finally could meet each other. We met in Midvalley and walked around shop by shop for 7 hours. Then we had lunch and dinner together. Legs were paining but I really enjoyed myself. Friends are really very important. They are the ones that will have your back and will be there to cheer you up when you're down. I really will remember all my friends and the experiences that we faced together. God really blessed me many good friends. Thank you all my friends for everything...

Softball

2009-04-04T23:37:00.004+08:00

Today was finally my last day for my co-curriculum class. For one year, I had been learning about softball. Softball is a smaller version of baseball. For one year, we have been playing and training under the sun until I'm all dark already. Finally today it's the last day. Haha... But it's kind of sad that we as a class would not meet together anymore. Our lecturer was really a good one. She did a very good job. I really learnt a lot and had lots of fun... Hopefully we'll be able to pass our theory exam...Haha...

Misty Morning

2009-04-04T23:30:00.002+08:00

Last Wedesday morning, I woke up to a nice misty morning. It was so cooling and nice in my college. I was so lazy to get up to go for class but what to do..I had too...Haha... really woke up to a nice misty morning. Reminds me of Gentings and Camerons. So nice. It reminded me of how God's work is so wonderful...

Annual Dinner PERKEB

2009-04-04T23:09:00.003+08:00

Last Tuesday was finally my last special dinner for this semester. It was my PERKEB annual dinner. It's really a dinner to appreciate all the final year members, the EXCOs and those AJKs who helped out in all the major activities in the club. We had the dinner in Puri Pujangga, UKM. It was kind of a small hall but it was a real nice and classy place. The theme of the night was Bright and colourful. The whole night was nice but it was sad to see so many seniors graduating this year. However, I guess it's our duty to continue to keep PERKEB alive. Hehe... anyway that night was really a special night...

Shopping Spree

2009-03-30T22:52:00.002+08:00

Wow, it's my first time actually on a shopping spree. Never have I ever shopped so much before in my entire life. Yesterday and today, I went to Midvalley to shop for gifts and also clothes for myself. Gifts are for my mom and dad as their birthdays are approaching. I had to buy now for it's sale month. Haha... I've spend so much that I think I have to skip some meals again. Haha... Nevertheless, i'm happy that I bought all the things. Very happy with myself. Haha... Can't wait to get back to Ipoh...

Dinners! Dinners! Dinners!

2009-03-30T22:34:00.003+08:00

Finally can start blogging again. I've been very busy preparing for so many dinners. First up was my college dinner. It was held in DECTAR. Not a very fancy place. The food was nice but cold. The theme of the night was Arabian Night. Althought the decorations were like more of Egyptian Night then Arabian Night. That night, I had to perform a flag dance under my Mandarin Club of my college. We practice for 2 times only. But we practice until very late at night. Was it worth the effort? I'm not really sure. Anyway the college dinner was okay overall. The next dinner was my college library annual dinner. I had to go for I was one of the AJK. It was quite sad to see that only 2 chinese (including me) only went for the dinner. Whatever happen to bangsa Malaysia? Anyway I was in charge of technical. I had a great shocked when the told me that I was suppose to perform something. At the top of my head, the only song I could remember was 'When you say nothing at all' I was so scared that I forgot some of the words but the crowd didn't mind. Haha... The theme was Red and Black. It was real classy. I would say that it is better than my college dinner. The next dinner, which is tomorrow, would be ADP(Annual Dinner PERKEB). Another busy day tomorrow...Haha...

Staying Connected

2009-03-20T22:16:00.003+08:00

Finally able to get back online. It's been for a week that our Wifi Jaring connection was down. People said those who are using Vista had to change some settings then only could use but I was using XP and yet no connection. Anyway, the week without internet has opened up my eyes. It seems that I was really occupied with surfing the internet. I think God was telling me not to be addicted to it. I started to do other things during my leisure time and I really thank God for it. It also got me thinking whether are we connected to God. is our connection with him stable or not. I hope it is though. I pray and am trying to keep that constant connection with Him. Even in the storms, this connection will never fail. Whatever we are looking for, His websites has all the answers...Hehe... His connection will never be disconnected when we are log on to Him. Thank God for your awesome presence and promises...

Hari Doa

2009-03-13T10:02:00.002+08:00

Yesterday was another long day for me. Started class at 8.30am till 12pm. Had lab from 2pm to 5pm. Then had to go for dance class until 6.30pm. Then went for PERKEB meeting after that. Boy was it a long day. But it was a real good day. Yesterday in PERKEB we had Hari Doa. It was a day where all Christians Club, Societies and Churches combine together to pray for UKM. For me, I was so happy. I've always wondered and prayed about this, that all Christians will stand united to pray for our university and country. Why can't we have meetings like this every week? In UKM we have 4 Christian Fellowships. All meet separately at different times. For me, it's kind of sad to see it but what to do it's been like that for so long. I'm sad it's because we should come together and not fight over people. We 4 have the same mission and vision and that is to spread God's love, bring up one another and serve God to the fullest. So why with all the many clubs. Haha... anyway it's just my opinion. But it was really good la to see that we come together to pray for UKM. Thank you Lord for listening to our prayers...

FRAGMENTS!!

2009-03-13T09:57:00.002+08:00

I was invited by my friend to go to University Malaya for a Easter celebration just two days back. It was organized by the PKV of UM or known as Persaudaraan Kristian Varsiti. They did a drama entitled 'Fragments'. It was really good. I really enjoyed myself. They really did a good job. The acting was very good till in makes you part of the play. They even had subtitiles at the bottom of the stage which I found it very cool and interesting. It was like watching a real movie. Haha... Nevertheless, the storyline may be a bit too deep for they used many metaphores. It was good metaphores but had to think to get it. All in all in was really good. I'm so glad to see my friends too. Thank God that they are serving Him...Keep it up guys!!!

God's Promises

2009-03-10T23:16:00.002+08:00

Today was going to be busy day for me. At least that's what I thought. I had 4 tutorials, 1 quiz, 1 interview, 1 mid sem exam tomorrow and 1 more class at night. It was really a real pack day for me. However I really thank God. I prayed for HIm to help me through and guess what, He did. 3 of my tutorials were cancelled today. I had more time to study for my exam tomorrow. Praise God!! Then for my interview I was really nervous. While walking to PTSL for my interview, there was this majestic rainbow in the sky. It was really a wonderful sight. A very clear rainbow in the sky. This is really calm me a lot and thank God that He is a merciful and loving God. His promises are always Yes and Amen. The rainbow signifies a covenent between God and Noah that God would not flood the whole earth again. To me, the rainbow signifies that God is with me side to side. His always there in my busy, happy, lazy, sad or depressed times. I really thank God for His promises. He will never break His promises. Continue to trust in Him. Never ever let Him go...

Marley and Me

2009-03-10T23:06:00.002+08:00

Thought that I would rest during this public holiday but I didn't. After a tiring night, I still went in the morning to Midvalley just to watch Marley and Me. Boy, was it worth it. I read the book last sem and I couldn't wait to watch the movie. It was so good. They actually followed everything from the book. This is the first show which I saw that actually follows the book. Most movies that is from a book would change some stuff. I cried reading the book and I'm not ashamed to say that i cried in this movie too. It was such a sweet movie. Besides that, we also celebrated my senior's birthday in a fancy restaurant called Delicious. It was really pricy. I had Four Cheese Macaroni. I thought it would be in a big portions as I see other food are served really huge proportion. However, mine was in a small little cup. The worst part is it cost me RM21.90. Man it was expensive and it's not even filling. Dranks loads of water to make myself full. Hehe... For dinner we just had Big Apple doughnuts. It was really good. Hmmm....doughnuts....Haha...

Highlanders Utophia

2009-03-10T22:43:00.002+08:00

Last weekend, my college had a family day event. In the sense of family means the people staying in college. Haha... Anyway, we organized a whole bunch of events but sadly not many people turn up. Mainly because it's a long weekend as Monday is a public holiday. Not only that on Saturday night when the first day events were over, somebody sabotage our tents by lighting the curtains on fire. I wonder why. For now, no one knows who did it and we cant simply point fingers at anyone without any hard evidence. During the two days many activities were conducted like Explorace, Larian Highlanders, Metal Chef, Highlanders Idol and many more. There were a lot of booths set up too. Many drinks stall and food stalls. Besides that, Nokia set up a booth and gave away a lot of free goodies. Too bad I didnt get to win the phone. I came late. They were giving 3 Nokia N-series phone for free. For free!!! And all you have to do was just play some games and earn stamps. Better luck next time I guess. Oh yeah...there was this fish spa booth. Very cheap. RM 5 for 20 minutes. It was my second time doing it and it's real nice. Some of my friends said it was ticklish and one said that the feeling was like a million ants crawling at your leg. For me, it was nice. Felt like bubbles running up to your leg. Really enjoyed it. At the end of the weekend, I was real tired. Thank God that the next day is a public holiday so I could rest...

Back to Ipoh

2009-03-02T23:40:00.002+08:00

Well I went back to Ipoh last weekend. Really not a holiday. I only managed to be home like 12 hours only. Not even a day. I actually went back to attend a meeting in school. A Formation Team meeting. It's just a meeting in school. Really happy that I got to meet up with some old friends from around Malaysia. Really learnt a lot about our Human Rights. Anyway it was nice to get back home just for awhile. I really do miss home. In uni is just about test, assignments and exams. At least at home, can take time to rest. So nice... I went back home by train though. First time sitting on the train. Really comfortable. Can read books cause it's a very smooth ride. Not so bumpy. The train was on time too. Very good. Cheaper some more. Thank God that I have another mode of transport back. Hehe...

Thank you GOD!!!

2009-02-24T23:18:00.004+08:00

Last week was a real sick week for me. Yup I fell sick again for no reason. Must be too tired I guess...anyway...during the whole week and the week before that, many events took place that reminded me of God's grace in my life. So many bible verses that just keep coming to me. It's like a reminder to me that I should always trust in God. Although I was sick and had mid sem exams, I was actually okay. I did not worry as much as I thought I would. Besides that, on Saturday and Sunday, I was greatly touched by God. He kept me safe in His arms and He reminded me of that. He also told me that I'm well loved by Him and I should just run to Him in times of troubles. Thank you God!!!

Here are some verses which I would like to share:-

Jesus said, 'Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear and the burden I give you is light. (Matthew 11:28-30)

So don't worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today's trouble is enough for today. (Matthew 6:34)

He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings of eagels. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. (Isaiah 40-:9-31)

Sick and Exam

2009-02-19T00:23:00.000+08:00

Yup I fell sick again in the midst of my exams. Every year sure like that one. I'm not sure why. I think it's a curse which needs to be broken. Last semester also had fever a day before exam. This semester also. Last time STPM also sick. So why do I fall sick during exams? Hmmm... anyway, God is a merciful and loving God. He had helped me through my exams today. Although I felt so cold in the hall but I managed to answer the question. The good thing about falling sick is, I don't have the anxiety. But the bad side is the mood of studying is not there and you feel like leaving the hall quickly. Anyway, thank God that I'm getting better. I better take good care of myself. My next exam is this Saturday. Thank God for everything...

Genting Trip

2009-02-19T00:13:00.002+08:00

Oh yeah...I went a day trip to Genting two Sundays ago. Well actually I just wanted to go there to makan angin and also to see how long does it take from Kajang to get up there. It only takes an hour. Haha... but it was the bad day to go. I forgot it was a public holiday and man was there a lot of people. Just waiting for the skyway took us an hour. Haha... I went with my friend and we decided not to go to the theme park. Not worth it. So we only went to Ripley's. For my friend it was real fun being the first time there. For me, I was happy of the cold weather and relax day. Haha...

Malam Muzikal Krismas 2009

2009-02-18T23:59:00.004+08:00

At last, after months of planning and only three weeks of practising, MMK is finally here. Although we did it in Danau for the very first time, it was very good. I really thank God that everything went smoothly and that He was in control. Although there were some minor setbacks but overall it was good. Atleast 300 people showed up. The performances all went well dispite the fact that they only had 9 days to practice. All I can say is a very well job done. All was good. Thank you all for participating and helping. It would be a night to remember. Hehe... But man was it tiring. The preparations and all. Throughout the process I've learned many things. The main thing is that how much we have to rely on God's strength and not on our own. Just trust God in everything and surely He will see us through.

Gabai Waterfall

2009-02-18T23:47:00.002+08:00

Well I know blogging about this would be too late but hey, I've only got the time now. Haha... Anyway I went on my church outing to Gabai waterfall two weeks ago. It' situated a little bit further in of Semenyih (I think..not really sure) . It was such a beautiful place. However to get to the waterfall, we had to climb up a few flights of stairs and whew it was tiring. The stairs were steep. But when you get to the top it was worth it. Luckily staying at my college has trained me to climb stairs and hills as I have to hike up everyday to my room. Haha... the water was very very extremely cold. But once you got in you better not come out cause it'll be colder. Like all outings we had games and food. It was really a great outing for I not only got to relax in the waterfall but also get to know more people from UTAR and Nottingham. Can't wait for the next outing. If I'm not mistaken it will be cycling at don't know which hill. Haha...

Forgiving Others

2009-02-07T20:57:00.004+08:00

Today i just received this email. When I read it I was greatly touched and remembered of the unconditional love of my Saviour, Jesus Christ. I do feel like the man at times but I know I must also learn to forgive. We should learn to forgive others just as Jesus has forgiven us. Here's the story...do take time to read it...

How To Forgive
One day a while back, a man, his heart heavy with grief, was walking in the woods. As he thought about his life this day, he knew many things were not right.. He thought about those who had lied about him back when he had a job. His thoughts turned to those who had stolen his things and cheated him. He remembered family that had passed on. His mind turned to the illness he had that no one could cure. His very soul was filled with anger, resentment and frustration. Standing there this day, searching for answers he could not find, knowing all else had failed him, he knelt at the base of an old oak tree to seek the one he knew would always be there.

And with tears in his eyes, he prayed: 'Lord- You have done wonderful things for me in this life. You have told me to do many things for you, and I happily obeyed. Today, you have told me to forgive. I am sad, Lord, because I cannot. I don't know how. It is not fair Lord. I didn't deserve these wrongs that were done against me and I shouldn't have to forgive. As perfect as your way is Lord, this one thing I cannot do, for I don't know how to forgive. My anger is so deep Lord, I fear I may not hear you, but I pray that you teach me to do this one thing I cannot do. Teach me how to forgive.'

As he knelt there in the quiet shade of that old oak tree, he felt something fell onto his shoulder. He opened his eyes. Out of the corner of one eye, he saw something red on his shirt. He could not turn to see what it was because where the oak tree had been was a large square piece of wood in the ground. He raised his head and saw two feet held to the wood with a large spike through them. He raised his head more, and tears came to his eyes as he saw Jesus hanging on a cross. He saw spikes in His hands, a gash in His side, a torn and battered body, deep thorns sunk into His head. Finally he saw the suffering and pain on His precious face.

As their eyes met, the man's tears turned to sobbing, and Jesus began to speak. 'Have you ever told a lie?' He asked. The man answered, 'Yes, Lord.' 'Have you ever been given too much change and kept it?' The man answered, 'Yes. Lord.' And the man sobbed more and more. 'Have you ever taken something from work that wasn't yours?' Jesus asked. And the man answered, 'Yes, Lord.' 'Have you ever sworn, using my Father's name in vain?' The man, crying now, answered, 'Yes, Lord.' As Jesus asked many more times, 'Have you ever?' The man's crying became uncontrollable, for he could only answer 'Yes, Lord.'

Then Jesus turned His head from one side to the other, and the man felt something fall on his other shoulder. He looked and saw that it was the blood of Jesus. When he looked back up, his eyes met those of Jesus, and there was a look of love the man had never seen or known before. Jesus said, 'I didn't deserve this either, but I forgive you.'

It may be hard to see how you're going to get through something, but when you look back in life, you realize how true this statement is.

Read the following line slowly and let it sink in. If God brings you to it - He will bring you through it.

I hope that you'll be blest by this. Do remember to cherish the moments that you have with your family and friends. Try to forgive one another. Dont things to heart...Hehe...

Is life that short?

2009-02-06T00:13:00.000+08:00

Today I had a big hit with reality. This evening I received some tragic news, my course mate had passed away due to lung cancer. Wow...imagine that, just 20 years old and no more life. It made me wonder what if I were to go off today, did I lived the life that I wanted? Did I take things for granted? Would God be pleased with what I've done so far? A lot of questions when through my mind. It was like this event is reminding me to take time and reflect. Reflect on what I've done in my life. Am I happy with it? I know that whatever it is, we must not waste time to do what we can do today. Do not procrastinate. Just live life to the fullest. I really thank God for keeping me safe each day. So remember to always be thankful with what you have. You never know when it would be taken away from you.

Activites! Assignments!

2009-02-06T00:05:00.000+08:00

Well as I start a new semester, I knew that this semester is going to be very tiring for me. I'm so busy with activities and assignments. I really thank God for always seeing me through. This semester I've been joining too many activities I think. I'm so stressed at times but I thank God for giving me friends. So far we started our MMK practices (Malam Muzikal Krismas) and is already making me tense. I'm incharge of the performances and getting people to join is not easy. With just 3 weeks to practice and lack of man power, all I could do was pray and leave it all to God. God is truly great!!! Now MMK is just one week away and everything seems to be going on fine although there are a few setbacks but I know that God is in control. Besides the MMK, I also to be incharge of a Pangkor trip, two college dinners and a mega college activity. I was so tied up that I barely have enough rest. To add to my busy schedule, I also have tutorials, labs and a report to do. Wow!!! I really do need God's help and guidance. But luckily, He is always there. I finally resigned fomr one of the activities for I know I couldn't take it anymore. Too much pressure. I do hope that everything else will move on fine. I must remember that the main important thing was to always seek God in everything that I do.

Christmas & Watch Nite Service

2009-02-05T23:56:00.000+08:00

Whew after all the camps, my last week of holidays was to enjoy Christmas. To me Christmas is more than just presents and Christmas tree. It was the time of sharing and giving. Every year for Christmas service I'm surely to be involved in some presentations. This year was finally the year whereby I could rest. I get to see the younger youths doing the presentation. Looking at them made me know that I should let go for they are really maturing in the Lord. Anyway, Christmas was the time whereby I could meet my friends who are at outstation. We all had a great time catching up with everybody. On 31st December, our church had a watch nite service whereby we would pray for one another, pray for the church as well as our country. Then we would do something like a time capsule but for a year. Meaning that we write something that we pray that will come to past in the year 2009. By the end of 2009 we would take it out and see what God had done for us. Last year(2007) we also did the same thing. I totally forgot what I wrote and when I read back, I realised how God was so faithful to me in the year 2008. He had answered 8 out of my 10 prayers. I really thank God. Anyway 2009 is a new year and I know that God will continue to pour out His blessings upon me and the people around me.

Youth Camp 2008

2009-02-05T23:50:00.000+08:00

The next agenda during my holidays was my church youth camp. In total this was my third camp during my semester break. Looks like I'm not in a break. Haha... This year the youth camp was help in Kuala Kangsar, Perak. Our theme was 'Equipped and Empowered'. The speaker was truly anointed. The camp was a good rest for me I guess. It was fun being around with my Ipoh friends. The best thing was that we had a campfire. My very first campfire and I helped starting the fire. Haha... real 'big' though (or at least to me it was cause of the materials that we could find). The camp refreshed me physically and spiritually. Got to know more about the Holy Spirit and the power that comes with it. I do miss all my previous camps though. Hopefully I could join this year's camp.

National Lasallian Leader's Convention 2009

2009-02-05T23:29:00.000+08:00

It's been a long time since I've blogged. Well so let's continue with my activities that I was involved in during my December holidays. After my orang asli camp I attended the 18th National Lasallian Leader's Convention 2009 back in Ipoh. This is my second time being the organizing team for this convention. This year I felt that it was a bit different. It was free and very positive feeling. Not sure why. I guess is the group. Less tension in the air. Haha... anyway this year the theme for our convention is 'Break Walls. Build Bridges'. It means that we have to break our own personal walls that are hindering us from reaching out to build bridges with one another and with the society. Actually, convention is held every year and is actually a camp for the leaders of our Lasallian schools in Malaysia and Singapore. It's a great place to meet new faces and learn new experience. Eventhough I was the organizing team, I also had learnt a lot of things about myself. The main thing that I've learnt was to appreciate life and live life to the fullest. It seems to me that this holiday I've been learning this a lot. First from MOA, now from convention. Hmm... I guess is sign. Haha... So people do remember to never judge people and build a wall around you. Learn to let go of the past and start looking forward to the future. Continue to break walls and build bridges.

Misi Orang Asli

2009-01-04T21:37:00.000+08:00

Well I'm glad to have this opportunity to attend this trip. This mission trip was organized by PERKEB (my uni CF). It was really a great eye-opener and an adventerous experience. The number of volunteers was so great that we had to split into 2 teams. Each team about 10 to 11 people entering only to one kampung. The kampung which I had a chance to go was Kampung Sungai Bil. It was quite a typical village. Quite modern in fact. They have astro and some do have cars but those are the villagers who are richer. However, the people there are still living a simple life. We spent in that village for a week. Praying with and for them, doing some community work, sharing the gospel with them and also playing with the kids. We stayed, cooked and bathed at the church. The church there was our home. We took turns to cook and boy was it fun. We tried many new dishes or at least I forced them into trying. Haha... Frying apple and potatoes with egg is very delicious. Not only that, I got to try cooking wild boar meat which the villagers hunted for us. It was real tasty. Hehe... My most memorable experience would be the time when we door to door to share the gospel. It was real tough for me but I learnt a lot from that day. It was not easy sharing the gospel in Malay for me but I thank God that we have people who do speak very fluent Malay in our time. Since we were there, a lot of things happenned. I accidentally injure myself for the first 3 days. Besides that, many of our group fell sick. Some really were tormented by evil spirits. I remembered that one night we prayed for so long that I didnt know it was late because I just wanted to continue praying on and on. It was really a great experience. The last few days there, we spent some time going on visitation, singing carols, playing and teaching the kids. It was real joy to see the kid's smile on their faces. At the end of the week, we were all tired and sick but we were really happy. For me, I was overjoyed for I got the chance to share the gospel and we managed to save 4 souls. Praise be to God!

Class Reunion 08

2009-01-04T21:19:00.001+08:00

Well holidays came and our classmates got together in Ipoh. We finally can meet up with everyone cause it's holiday for all the universities. We went to a place known as the Kinta Riverfront. It's just beside my school. It was just built. Never knew such things existed. It was a really nice place. Very 'yuppie' I guess but the things there were expensive. A cup of coffee costs RM3. However, the gathering was good. We got to update each other on our lives and how we are coping with uni life. Everyone nearly had the same story. I guess we're all in this together. Anyway, it was real good to get in touch with everyone. I hope that we all can still meet up like that in five years time.

Welcome 2009!

2009-01-04T21:07:00.000+08:00

Wow it's been months since I blogged. Well what to do, back home got no internet connection. I can only blog when I'm back here in uni. Anyway, I have many things to blog. I hope to get back on track. As we enter 2009, I pray that we will continue to seek the Lord and have a closer relationship with Him. Well that's my wish for the year. For me, this year will be a year of relationship. Having a close relationship with God and also with family and friends. Learning to trust and faith loads of faith in God. I really thank God for everything that He had done for me last year. Thank you Lord for my result and trips and friends and activities that I got to attend and do. Hopefully the Lord shall continue to work in me and use me in His kingdom. Happy New Year!!!

Singapore Trip

2008-11-12T17:29:00.000+08:00

Just two weeks ago I went to Singapore. The best part is I went there in the midst of my exams. My first paper was on the 3rd and I went to Singapore on the next day. Came back on Friday which is a day before my next paper. Haha... I was really so excited to be going to Singapore. I went there with my brother. This is my second time going to Singapore but I would rather say that it was my first for I've never been to Singapore since I was 3. So I really don't remember anything. We left from Bangsar at 2.30pm and arrived at Novena Shooping Centre, Singapore by 8.00pm. It was really a long bus ride but the personal TV in the bus made the time fly fast. I managed to watch 3 movies in a row in the bus. When we arrived, my brother's friend, Kenny picked us up and we had dinner at a place called BaliThai. It serves Indonesian food as well as Thai food. The best part was it was a buffet. So we really ate a lot. Haha... After that Kenny took us to the famous Changi International Airport. It was really huge. They have 3 terminals and to get to one terminal to another you can sit the train. I also saw the first time in my life an automatic drinking fountain. You just stand near it and the censor will detect and woala water comes out. Really cool.. Later on we went back to the house to rest. The next day we woke up late so we straight away had lunch. Another buffet. Really nice. First time too I saw or heard such thing as Durian pudding. Although I really don't like durian I had to taste a little bit. The buffet had Japanese food, Nonya food, Western food, Chinese food and so on. When we were full already we walked around the shopping centres. A few actually. I can't really remember the names. Only 1 Raffles Shopping Centre I think. There was an underground shopping mall which links another shopping mall to another one. Singapore does have a lot of shopping malls. Then we went a little sight seeing. We went to the Marina Barage. It just opened. It's a new resouvoir which the Singapore government build just in case Malaysia stop sending them water supply. So the view was really nice and that place was really windy. It felt like you were on a deck of a ship. Next on the agenda was ice cream. Kenny took us to a place call Ice cream Chef whereby you get to choose your own ice cream flavour and your own fillings. Boy was there a lot of fillings to choose from. From oreos to fruit loops, from snicker bars to m & m. The ice cream was really lovely. That night my brother and I went to watch a musical called Avenue Q. Actually this was the real reason why we went to Singapore. It was really funny and what we expected. After the musical we went to a place called Brewersky whereby they brew their own beer. But we went there for the food. Man was it nice and huge. It's just like Chillis in Malaysia. To end the night we went walking around Clarke Quay (like Bintang Walk). Really a place full of lights and people. Pubs, discos and restaurants bloomed there. The next day, we were on a art frenzy. I've no idea why Singapore was so into art these days. So went went to a few art museum trying to understand the concepts. Some we could get it, some we could not. Maybe we are not really art lovers. later in the evening, I finally got to see my extended family in Singapore. I've not met them before, not even once. Heard of them from my mom but never seen them. They are my mom's cousins which make them my aunts. They are all so nice. They took us out for dinner and I got to play with my niece. She's so cute. Haha... That night I got to see the famous Merlion. You know the white lion that spits out water. There's actually nothing grand about it but I really liked the view at night at the harbour. You could see the whole city of Singapore from there. You could see the Esplanade, the Marina Barage, City hall, 5 star hotels, the sea, the Eye on Singapore any many high-rise buildings. Then it was end of the day. The next morning we went to eat at Carls Jr. Really different from Malaysia's outlet. They have a breakfast menu which was really good. After a heavy breakfast we headed back to Novena Square to catch our bus back to Bangsar. I really enjoyed my trip and am looking forward to go back again. There's still place that I want to vist like Sentosa island and he Toy museum. Maybe will go back during Christmas season whereby the whole city would be filled with twinkling lights and lots of Christmas decorations.

Crazy Little Thing Called LOVE

2008-11-12T17:00:00.000+08:00

Finally i can get back online. It's been a while. Connection in uni really is very bad. But at least I'm grateful that I can come online for a while sometimes. Anyway, two Sundays ago (2 November) I went for a play done by the Footstool Players. The title was Crazy Little Thing Called Love. I really enjoyed it. The Footstool Players is a touring theatre company that explores the themes of love, courtship, marriage and family in a collection of comedic and dramatic sketches highlighting the issues pertaining to relationships. It was really good. You'll definitely laugh, cry and discover things through the sketches. Well I know it's a little bit late but you can still catch them on the 6 - 16 November 2008 at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre. Ticket price is RM20 for students. I hope if you've got the time then I fully recommend it.

Chilis!!!

2008-10-22T13:39:00.000+08:00

Finally, the long awaited moment had arrived. CHILIS!!!! We had planned a long time for this and finally everyone was free to go. We even started our own committee, 'The CPC'(Chilis Planning Committee). We took the KTM all the way to Midvalley just for Chilis. Nothing more. No shopping or walk first at Midvalley. Just went there to have dinner at Chilis. Haha... I was so excited because it's my first time there. People always tell me that it's worth trying it once. And it sure is. Though it's expensive but at least try it once. The portion of the food is very huge. Worth the money. I had Monterey Chicken. It had a piece of chicken, beef bacon strips, cheese, mash potatoes and vegetables. It was heavenly. Then the drinks and the Tatarda chips are refillable. After finishing everything we were all so full. We were really stuffed. Oh man..it was really good. Finally, my tastebud was satisfied. Haha... Next stop Italiannese! (when we have saved enough money...LOL...)

Street Feeding

2008-10-22T13:21:00.000+08:00

Last saturday, PERKEB went to do a community service. We took a bus from Bangi all the way to Pudu Raya to do street feeding. It was a long journey. Took us an hour and a half to reach that place. But it was worth the trip. We became volunteers to distribute the food and drinks to the homeless people. The food and drinks were prepared by church volunteers from DUMC. They had praise and worship first before giving the people the free food. I guess it's a good way to evangelise. There was also an in-house doctor which gave free medicine to the people. After that, we helped clean up and we stayed back to chat with some of the people. I spoke to a man who is in his late fifties. He was from Ipoh and he lives on the streets of KL. Everyday he survive by the free food from all these societies and churches. That man was from Ipoh too. He used to stay in Menglembu until his children kicked him out of the house. Sad to say but nowadays young people rarely appreciate their parents. He adviced us not to ever give your property to your children unless you are about to die. So he came to KL to find a job. He used to work in Petaling Street. Helping someone to sell things. But now since there's too much competition, it closed down. So now he just walk along the streets of KL finding things which can be sold like cardboard, cans and metals. He got used to it already. He said he thanked God everyday that he is still alive. As we talked more, I realise how lucky I am. How fortunate and how bless I am now. So I should not complain and be content with what I have. I would gladly go for street feeding again next year. It was a good community service...

Selamat Hari Raya

2008-10-22T12:53:00.000+08:00

Just last week, my PPSM had an open house. So we were all invited to attend. It was nice. We had meehoon, ketupat, ayam panggang, sirap limau, kuihs, biscuits and chocalate. The peanut sauce fot the ketupat was superb. Never taste anything like that before. We sang Hari Raya songs although I only knew a few but hey it was fun singing together. Later on we saling bermaafan and wishing everyone Hari Raya. It was a good experience for me because it's my first time being in an open house. I guess this is how we create unity...

The Unpredictable Weather

2008-10-21T13:58:00.000+08:00

Lately the weather here in uni is so unpredictable. One minute it will be scorching hot and the next minute it's raining cats and dogs. Last Wednesday I had a very scary experience but I thank God that I was not hurt. That afternoon I went out with my friend, Nicholas to get some stuff from Kajang town and have lunch there. It was so hot so neither of us brought an umbrella. We also had dinner then only came back to uni. On the way back in the bus, the sky suddenly turned all dark and black. Looks like a huge storm is coming. When the bus just arrived at the main gate, the rain came down too. So me and my friend stop and waited at the bus stop until the rain subsided. But that wasn't the problem. It was not only raining cats and dogs but also the lightning and thunder were super close and scary. We waited at the Zaba bus top for it is nearer for us to walk back to our room from there. Then suddenly and unexpected thing happen. Right there in front of my eyes, a lightning just struck the open car park area in Zaba. It was so scary. You could just see one lightning bolt in front of you. Car alarm started to come on. People were terrified. The electricity cut off for a moment. I was scared for I was quite close to it. Then I really started praying hard for the rain to subside. Thank God, He had answer my prayer. When all the lightning and thunder stop the rain stopped too. Wow, God is really an amazing God. I'm so thankful. Through this experience I realise something. There is a song that really speaks to me when I'm down or am troubled. It is from Casting Crowns and the song title is Praise You In The Strom...

PRAISE YOU IN THE STORM

I am sure by now
That you would have reach down

And wipe my tears away

Stepped in and save the day

Once again, I say amen
But it's still raining

As the thunder roars
I barely hear Your whisper
Through the rain

I'm with you

As your mercy falls

I raise my hand

And praise the God who gives

And takes away

I'll praise you in the storm

And I will lift my hands

For You are who You are

No matter where I am
And every tear I cry

You hold in your hand

You never left my side

And though my heart is torn

I'll praise you in the storm

I remember when

I stumble in the wind

You heard my cry

And you raise me up again

My strength is almost gone

How can I carry on
If I can't find You

I lift my eyes unto the hills

Where does my help come from

My help comes from the Lord

The maker of heaven and earth

Putrajaya Outing

2008-10-14T13:48:00.001+08:00

Another first for me in my life and that is going to Putrajaya. It was my first time stepping foot in Putrajaya. Never been there only heard about it. This outing was organized by my church(KAOG). We had a kayaking and canoeing outing. My first time kayaking too. Haha... It was really very fun but tiring. We kayak/canoe for 1 hour. Then we had icebreakers and sharing and of course the most important session....makan. I really got to know a lot of people through this outing. I've met Africans, Nigerians, UTAR students, Masterskill students, Nottingham students and of course UKM students. Haha... all in all it was great fun...

Eye on Malaysia

2008-10-14T13:21:00.000+08:00

I finally gotten the chance to visit the Eye on Malaysia in Titiwangsa lake before it shuts down and goes to Melaka. The scenery was nice. A big huge wheel just planted in the middle of a lake. I went with my churchmates from KAOG (Kajang Assembly Of God- the church that I'm now attending here in UKM). We went in the evening and waited till night to watch the laser show and see the night lights. We also saw the most facinating public toilet. It's like the public toilet of the future. The doors slides open by a push of a button. You clapped then the tap turns on. We paid 20cents each just to see the toilet eventhough some of us need not have to go. Haha... really like few ulu people havent see a toilet before. Anyway, the main purpose was to sit the wheel and enjoy the scenery from up above. The 8 of us squeeze into one gondola and we went round and round for 15 minutes. One member was afraid of heights and didnt know that it was so high that she freaked out and all of us have to calm her down. But we couldnt stop it from going round and round, right? Up there you cant really see much things at night. I think it would be better going up on the evening. At night, all you can see is pitch darkness. Pure black. The only thing that stands out are the Twin Towers and KL tower. Other than that there's nothing much to see. Oh well, at least if people asked whether I've gone in before at least I could say yes.

PPSM Merdeka Outing

2008-10-14T13:00:00.000+08:00

PPSM is my college library. It stands for Persatuan Pusat Sumber & Maklumat. Well I joined it because I would like to stay in college next year. So this is one way to get merit. The weekend before Merdeka we had an outing at my faculty's lake. We just had games and team-building session. We also managed to paint a very very long Malaysia flag that took us 2 hours to finish it. After that we had building competition, eating competition, patriotism competition and lastly water games. The water games are always the fun part. It was even better when we played it under the rain. So no choice, everybody would get wet. All in all I had fun eventhough I was the only chinese who went for the outing. Malay students are really very nice and friendly...

SUKEM Marching

2008-10-13T16:35:00.001+08:00

In uni there's also something like sports day and guess what there's also marching. I thought my marching days were over. I guess I was wrong. Every first year student have to represent your own college in this marching competition. So I had to join. It was kinda tedious. Every night we would practice from 10pm to 1am. The next day when I went to class I would be yawning away. At that night of the competition, I got to meet up with Siew Wei and Shu Xuan. We all were glad to see each other. Anyway, my college came in 4th out of 13th...so it wasn't that bad I guess. But I got a scar on my face that until now it's still there. Now I look like a cat. The reason, our seniors used black shoe polish on our faces to make us look like warriors. Well....

Phuket Trip

2008-10-13T15:48:00.000+08:00

Yup I finally got to use my passport. Haha... Anyway it was my mom's annual office trip. Last year was sarawak this year was phuket. Of course didn't want to waste this chance so I followed my mom eventhough I had to skip classes. Well.. you win some you loose some...haha... The trip was quite fun la. We ate a lot of seafood and tomyam. All the food is mostly sweet, spicy and sour all mixed together. Of course Phuket is famous for its island and beaches and it was really a beautiful scene to look at. At night, we would walk along the beach at the night market. In Phuket, you are allowed to bargain but when you start to bargain make sure you buy the thing. If not, the shop owner would chase you down the street until you purchase it. Phuket is also very 'interestin' (if you know what I mean). There's different places or streets for different 'kinds' of people. The last night, we got to visit this place called 'Fantasea Island'. It's like an entertainment place to know the history and culture of Phuket and Thailand. It was really interesting. Not only that I got to have an elephant ride. It was a lovely experience. It was a slow but scary ride. Each step the elephant took you felt like falling down. But pity the elephant. Sometimes the rider would hit the elephant's head with a stick if it does not follow orders. Besides the elephant ride, there was any interesting activity that I did. Overall it was a so-so vacation but at least I got the chance to go oversea. Haha...

Family Gathering Camp 2008

2008-10-11T14:26:00.000+08:00

The date was 30th August 2008, we packed our bags and await for our carriage to come. One by one it came and took us away to a beautiful place called 'Golden Sands Port Dickson'. Anyway, it was a Family Gathering Camp for my uni Christian Fellowship better known as PERKEB. The camp was super awesome. It was fun, crazy and the best thing was that God was there with us throughout the camp. His presence was really so so strong. Our camp speaker was Bro. Michael and he thought us on how to reach out to our Muslim friends. It was really interesting when we got to learn what the Islam really believe in. We learned how to connect Christianity and Islam so that we can learn to reach out. Besides the sessions, we also had a lot of fun playing and praying. The games conducted by the OTs were very great. Never had that type of games before. Not only that, we got to pray for our beloved country, Malaysia in conjunction of our Independence Day. The last night we had group presentations and my group got second. The group presentations were really funny and good. Overall, the camp was super fun eventhough I fell sick during the camp and the next day after camp was my mid-sem exam. God really took care of me and saw me through the test. Thank God. Thank you OTs for organizing such a good, great, memorable camp.

Tour to NTV7 Studio

2008-10-11T14:08:00.000+08:00

Wow..it's my first time getting a chance to be part of a live studio audience. I got to be one of the audience member for 'Jangan Tidur Lagi' (although I havent heard or seen the show before). I was very excited at the beginning of the day but very tired at the end of it. I now realised that the audience are practically fake. Haha... We had to pretend clapping, laughing, nodding our heads pretending to hear something before the show. They will tape it and if they are satisfy then only the real show starts. the show is actually a talk show hosted by Adlin Ramli. That day we had to film two episodes so we have to change position and clothes. Same audiences for two weeks show and I always thought that there are different audiences all the time. The only celebrity I knew during the show was Nabil, Dayang Nurfaizah and the host himself. The rest not sure who are they. All in all it was a good experience. Oh yeah, forgot to say that this two episodes will be aired on the 29th October 2008 and 5th November 2008 at 11pm on TV3.

Engineering Faculty Night

2008-10-04T13:57:00.000+08:00

Would you believe it? Not only I had 'College Night' but here there's also a night for your own faculty. So for me, I had to go for our Engineering Faculty Night. It's way more fun than my College Night. We went to a five star hotel and dressed up superbly fancy. For the first time my hair was styled. First time I'd use gel and my hair was sprayed blue. But the faculty night was no different. We had sketches, singing, dancing and all that jazz again. But it was way fun. We still had those candidates. This time is to represent our courses. My course was JKAS (Jabatan Kejuruteraan Awan & Sekitar/Struktur). Although we didnt win anything, but the night brought us closer as coursemates and friends.

College Nite

2008-10-04T13:51:00.000+08:00

My college's Mandarin Club organize this 'College Nite' every year. It's like a prom night for the chinese student in our college. It is no different from any other functions. We had this in a hotel at Kajang. We dressed up so smartly. During the night, we had performances, singing, dancing, acting and games. We got to have a lovely dinner (although we had to pay for it...Hehe..). Overall it was really fun. We get to mingle and go crazy. During the night, 5 couples were chosen as candidates and they will battle it out to become the Prom King and Prom Queen. After their performances we vote for the best couple. All in all we had great fun.