Words Spoken in Rhythms...

2007-12-13T12:28:00.000-08:00

Located 22km south of Chinese Border in North Vietnam. 250km from Hanoi. 8 Hrs by train. This is Sapa. And i'm loving it. :)

These are the pictures of the family that accomodate me during my stay. You will see the Black H'mong Tribe's children later in the pictures. I love the little girls so much! they are so cute and sensible. I miss them. :)

2007-11-09T10:42:00.000-08:00

I finally understood that God is serious abt the way we live.

27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.29 My father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand.30 I and the Father are one. (John 10:27-30)

We can fall into the hands of God for judgment if we are not careful. It is the same hands that speak of hope and comfort also speak of terror and punishment. We are warned " It is fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God"(Hebrews10:31)

The hands that are today outstretched, inviting us to receive mercy, are the hands that will throw the unrepentant into pit of loneliness, despair and boredom of eternal suffering.:(

Typically, murderers and evil people are commonly expected to be condemned in hell, but it would be a mistake to think that only such criminals will be in eternal punishment. Hell will be filled with many who paid their taxes and were never charged in a crime. In short, all those who do not come under the protection of Christ's righteousness will eventually be separated from Him in conscious torment. That explains why Jesus said that the way to life was narrow and "those who find it are few" (Matt 7:14)

So living as one pleases and then at the last minute repent is no exception, you will die as you have lived!
We are prepared for heaven when we embrace Christ as our sin bearer, accepting what He did on the cross for ourselves.
So...Don't be wrong about whether or not you are in God's protective hands.

2006-09-08T13:39:00.000-07:00

The Transformation

Just finish packing for enlistment later at 1330hrs on sept 9. I do not feel tired at all, perhaps I'm excited and sad at the same time. Excited in going into a new environment which I heard of alot. Sad, that its so soon and now I feel that I should cherish every moment.

Met up with the Jonathans, Josh, Alina and Evan. For some dim sum and durian. heh.
Appreciate them to be so excited over today's outing and we had alot of fun, thanks for being here.

Soon, I'll be going to the Island.To some it may sound like a dreaded, lonely journey. However to me, it's not such. I'm actually looking forward to this new season of my life. Nothing odd or perculiar. Just looking ahead of this time of intensive moulding, and seeing something good coming out of it.

So its time for me to go through this crucial transformation. I know it will be interesting as it comes with the fear of disconnection and a different environment.
God is my only form of security in this everchanging society. The creator, like the sun, as the planets revolve around. He stay the same.

To all my friends, Jon.L, Jon Chan, Josh, Sameer, Alina and Val.
I love u all, take care. See you soon.

2006-08-22T07:56:00.000-07:00

International Monetary Fund World Bank Group

The IMF is an organization of 184 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty.

During this period of time, estimated 16000 delegates from all over the world will be arriving from 10 Sept to attend a meeting till 20th of Sept.
This important event is known to contribute to national income, increase revenues in hotel businesses and promoting the nation's tourism industry. This will be a good opporunity to showcase Singapore to the world.

Hotels in Singapore, will be having high occupancy as the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA) has already blocked rooms for the arriving delegates.

Ironically, travel agents in Singapore will not be making good profits during this period because there are not many rooms left for leisure travellers. Even if there are rooms avaliable, the rates will not be appealing to those leisure travellers. Hotel rates will be on rack rates, a simple deluxe room can cost up to SGD$450 to SGD700. Not including government taxes(+++). haha.

Similarly, Tour and transportation agency will lose out in this period too. Government has already made decision to give the business to government bodies, such as, NTUC, MaxiCabs and catered buses to transport the delegates. BMW will also sponser about 400 new series cars to cater the VIPs etc. Wow!

Well. The Tourism and Hotel Industry is blooming. I'm glad that its improving.

2006-08-06T23:44:00.000-07:00

Ok guys! Pictures are up. Feel free to browse.

Website - http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/tomosupremo/my_photos

Enjoy!

2006-07-27T10:17:00.000-07:00

2006-07-26T07:50:00.000-07:00

2006-07-26T05:45:00.000-07:00

In Tokyo *Day 1*

Finally I`ve reached my destination Tokyo Japan at 0730...upon reaching got to take a skyline train to Ueno, Asakusa road in Tokyo. Took me quite awhile to locate the backpackers inn aka Oak Hotel. Reached abt 11am, rested for awhile cos i cannot check in until 3pm. So i waited with nigel...loitering ard the streets to check out the area and lunch.

At 3pm, managed to get a room...its quite comfy and cosy...i really mean cosy..its like 2 steps from the bed i can reach everything...and the toliet is not huge either, but im nt complaining..its an experience and theres own bathroom..not commual ones..so its good.

We travel around by trains, our prinary transport...tokyo trains are moderately expensive.abt...360 Yen, but accessible and convienant. Just like Singapore, it can take us to anywhere we wanted to and it is also crowded with people during peak hours.

First Stop, Shinbuya! Its an eye-opener for me. A fashion and entertainment street where teenagers hang out *just like orchard road* There are too many shopping buildings for ladies..that u wouldnt know where to being with!! We entered this popular shopping building called 109. I've learnt that <109> is a termed used on Japanese Ladies who are tanned and fashionable and there is another grp of Japanese Ladies who were fairer and classy...I saw so many...and miniskirts also are popular. Another common sight is also ladies on motocycles with miniskirts...wow!
Oh..there is also japanese schoolgirls, hanging out the area after school..with their kawaii looks and...the common sight- high black socks with very short skirt.

Next Stop, Shinjuku! Shinjuku is a new core of city, a tokyo metropolis where people work in the offices located in this area. It is also a place where hotels, show rooms and numerous restaurants can be found. Easily be known as the "city hall" in Tokyo, Japan. Around Shinjuku station is a few major departmental stores like the takashimaya. Also, The Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is the oasis of Tokyo with beautiful flowers where beautiful trees and flowers grow throughout the seasons.
In Shinjuku, the entertainment area is Kabukicho. It is walking distance frm the Shinjuku station and this place offers alot of authentic food outlets, cinemas, games rooms and "authentic services"- the Red Light District. Happening huh...It was quite an experience for me, for a first timer in Japan..well its only the first day! Im sure there will be more to write within the next few days!

I've also learnt something today . Japanese are different. They greet they and are so sincere in whatever they may be doing! They are so humble that put me as a Singaporean to shame!!. Even a simple job such as giving out flyers, they give out the flyers with greetings and if one do not want to accept it, they will say "its ok, have a nice day" with a smile! "not like orchard road". This did not happen just once..in fact..its everywhere!
When i was purchasing some stuff, the promoter was also very sincere in providing me infomation i need and also kept thanking me for patronizing the shop.!
My point is that we don't see such services or sincerity in Singapore! not any more...and why? its because of the Singaporean's Pride! Singaporeans must learn to be sincere and learn some manners if they still want to be the best in the service industry.

Japanese Girls have nice features..and pretty girls are everywhere...that what i thought was pretty was common..well...perhaps..it may be a new environment for me.
well more to come..til then...

2006-07-17T22:10:00.000-07:00

The Five Love Languages

My primary love language is probably
Words of Affirmation
with a secondary love language being
Quality Time.

Complete set of results

Words of Affirmation:		9
Quality Time:		8
Physical Touch:		5
Receiving Gifts:		5
Acts of Service:		3

Information

Unhappiness in relationships, according to Dr. Gary Chapman, is often due to the fact that we speak different love languages. Sometimes we don't understand our partner's requirements, or even our own. We all have a "love tank" that needs to be filled in order for us to express love to others, but there are different means by which our tank can be filled, and there are different ways that we can express love to others.

Take the quiz

2006-07-15T12:40:00.000-07:00

Baybeats 2006!

Its been Great ! the past 2 days helping out selling band's merch like Hotcakes! and also getting my usual dose of Music! LIVE! Wanna thank The Velvet Teens for hanging out..and inspiring us.
A Vacant Affair did really well too...merch was going well! Long queues after their set and Girls was hanging around merch stall, hoping to get a glimpse with the Boys from AVA. Anyway, its been fun but tiring...late nights..etc. Well, can't really complained cos its once a year! One more day to the end of Baybeats 2006! Do check it out, if u haven! Electrico , Concave Scream and more! Peace Out!

-Tom

2006-06-28T09:36:00.000-07:00

The Final countdown.

Sensed freedom, not far away.

2006-06-13T09:45:00.000-07:00

Disparaissent La France!

J'espère la victoire de la France !

2006-06-06T21:20:00.000-07:00

Does anybody know where to recommend budget accomodation in France?

Anybody wants to go for backpacking?

-Tomo

2006-06-04T08:08:00.000-07:00

The Finishing.

No more Holy Communion. 4 more weeks! The end is near. :-D

2006-05-26T07:34:00.000-07:00

Still Counting......

5 more weeks, 1 more holy communion. and counting.......:-)

Great Friends.

I've made good friends here at the marriott! Michael and Cathy! very nice people. Gives me the motivation to go to work, something to smile about at work. :-) They will be staying here in singapore for quite awhile....so thats good news.
Who says you can't meet good customers in your work place?

2006-04-25T09:16:00.000-07:00

To The End

9 more weeks and 2 more holy communions.

And Counting.......

2006-03-15T21:49:00.000-08:00

You Rip My Heart Right Out.

2006-03-04T10:16:00.000-08:00

The Passenger Seat - Death Cab For a Cutie

i roll the window down and then begin to breathe

in the darkest country road and

the strong scent of evergreen

from the passenger seat as you are driving me home.

then looking upwards i strain my eyes

and try to tell the difference between shooting stars and satellites

from the passenger seat as you are driving me home.

"do they collide?"

i ask and you smile.

with my feet on the dash the world doesn't matter.

when you feel embarrassed then i'll be your pride

when you need directions then i'll be the guide for all time.

for all time..

This song started playing in my head, when i was travelling in a car after work today! mmmmm...Its something i would wanna listen to after a long day at work ...sitting back and relaxed with some best pals and enjoy the ride. Look forward to seeing both of them again! Jon and JOsh...

I have finally learnt what true friendship is...it is even more than jus plain feelings , does not go according to mood....but it is accountability, being there, doing things with a thought that how will it affect others. To me, i feel that like i am in a relationship! we see each other everyday...but still enjoy each other presence...a friendship that touches my heart..a friendship that i will die for. thank God for this relationship.

Just a random thought today, i have too many "Hi and Bye" friends..or even friends whom i regarded them as my closer friends..but it seems like a one way thing...some of them dun bother to put in any effort at all...i am tired..and i rather them to put in some effort at least..to contact..to say hi to jus dun sound so bored when i am talking to them...or even show no interest at all! if thats the case, jus drop the friendship....its not worth anybody's time...

In case some of you dun know...i do cherish friendships/relationships seriously..and i mean it. It has always been my character.

2006-02-14T09:44:00.000-08:00

So this is Valentine's ? Flowers, hearts and red balloons? Feelings, hugs and kisses? For someone who is single..it is about remembering the true friends around me, who share a part of my life, ups and downs. Most importantly it is also remembering the Love that Jesus gave. Jesus gave us His Love by dying on the cross to be His beloved, this Love is incomparable.

That is what Valentine's Day mean to me. Cause its just not Valentine's without Christ in it.

To all my Friends..Happy Emo-day..opps I meant Valentine's Day.

What does Valentine's day means to you?

2006-02-11T10:46:00.000-08:00

so this is weeping,
the salted streams I taste.
this saddening picture,
painted and left to dry.
so hide the cracks under the coloured smiles.
close my eyes and the problem isn't really there.
this my resolution
cry out..
so this is bleeding,
my conscience has left me cold.
observing concrete,
here's to long goodbyes,
and all the songs they bring.

So here's to hope.

Teach me to not hold on...Teach me to obey You Lord.

Light these idle sticks of my life and may i burn up for Thee. Consecrate my life, my God, for it is Thine. I seek not a long life but a full one like Yours, Lord Jesus.

2006-02-02T08:51:00.000-08:00

My heart sank
When I heard those words again.
An empty smile
I cried sliently
I have nothing to offer
Only a broken heart
I can't compare
Perhaps Jealousy overwhelmed
I should just Kill the thoughts about you
They Lie! They Don't Exist!
How useless of me
To be in tears
Just becos you were better
Its stupid I know
Because you meant so much to me
I must remember
The band of brothers
We ought to be.
I am not too far
You will find me
If you see me inside.

I took MC today from work today, jus to go to the zoo with Jon, shaun and edle for some sketchings. Its been a while since i have such a quiet morning, chilling out with frens and animals.Its such a joy!
God is so awesome, He created all these creatures and wow....I really thank Him. Its going to be back to work soon...I cant wait to graduate! counting down the days...then i'm off to Army, another new phrase in life.
Till then good nite.

2006-02-01T09:20:00.000-08:00

Ephesians 6 : 10-18
The Armor of God

10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, F19 against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; 18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints--
19 and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel.

Spartans! were what I was reminded of when i was reading this chapter. Some historical background i've learnt.
These warriors of the classical world, spend their lives defending their country (Just like NS regulars). These warriors have been training since 7 years old, they spent their younger days training to be the elites and they can only get married when they are 30 years old.
All these made them so different from the Romans and the other soldiers.

The armor of the spartan consists a helmet (with hairs somewhat like a mohawk that is extended from the right to the left side of the helm) , breastplate made of thick leather (which is lighter) and greaves ( for covering the feet and protecting the shin of the legs
).

Spartan's weapons are tower shields, javelin for close combat and short sword at the side.

In relation to the Christian Life , we are like Spartans..we are different compared to others, in a sense that we have different beliefs and we are like the elites. We are also constantly on the battleground fighting against our enemies. Just like the spartans, we must always stick together during battles, looking out for each other and moving together jus like how the ancient warriors move in formations.
Together we can win this battle.

Have u put on your armor?

Oh, i wanna thank God for the long weekend. It was a time well spent! met up with my relatives and now i know them so much better...i do miss them now. Thank you God for also giving me the chance to hang out with friends esp Fanna (thank u), and my sec sch buddies..I really wanna thank God for u ppl.

2006-01-27T08:45:00.000-08:00

I just realized this website is so cool..even thou its been quite awhile. I kinda interested in accessories man..nope not for me to wear but i am amazed by the many beautiful designs!
Put on some style with a touch of elegance this festive season.

http://www.myfairydust.com/nucleus/

2006-01-25T09:09:00.000-08:00

Jan 06 is coming to an end soon.time is not waiting for any man. For me, its going to be a year of challenges and with more responsibility on hand, I can only rely on God. He who has been faithful will bring me through the toughest of time, so that I can see His glorious work in my life.

Sonic Camp just ended a few days ago. The camp at Sentosa was fun, everybody got to know each other even better and even had a good experience with God. But is it going to stop there? Is the camp an "opium den"? where we get our spiritual highs and then after go back to our worldly lifestyles...are we "camp addicts"?? These were the questions i asked myself today, when pastor Glenn was sharing about it. Glenn told us about the 3 "S"

1) Stability - Just like when someone got into accident, the doc must monitor the patient for a few days for the patient's condition to stablelize. Indeed, Stability is important in the christian walk, becos one got to have the discipline in order to be stable spiritually. E.g. The discipline to do devotions and pray daily..and a fixed timing.

2)Subsitute - Glenn gave an example of saying "No to drugs" but say "Yes" to something more positive e.g. chewing gums, food and etc. Its like sub "bad" for "good".

3)Safe - Going through all these isnt easy. We need a place to seek refuge and comfort, which only HE can provide...He will provide a safe place for us to rest and He will do His good work in us.

2005-12-27T08:57:00.000-08:00

Went to watch a great movie with Jerome and Nigel today.

"The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.”

Based on the beloved children’s book by Christian apologist and theologian C.S. Lewis, the making of the film has been one of this year’s biggest news stories in Christian circles.

I am really amazed how Lewis can send a message using such a story to touched the hearts of the people.

In a theme as enduring as literature itself, Edmund’s treachery (A human character) , and then repentance remain at the core of the story. His redemption by Aslan the Lion, the true ruler of Narnia and the narrative’s “Christ-figure,” is the most intense and effective part of the film. Tears were rolling down my cheeks during the scene, when the Snow Queen stab the Great and Mighty Lion. The Lion scarifice itself out of Love for Edmund, it resembles how Jesus died on the cross to redeem us, sinful Humans.

The other point to remember is that, unlike the 'Harry Potter' series, evil magic in Narnia is never praised and never victorious,Edmund's evil is pure arrogance and selfishness; it needs no magic to augment it.

Further, the lines between Narnia and our world are clear. In this novel, it is a big wardrobe that provides entrance to the magical world of Narnia, and everyone knows when the human children have crossed from one world into another and back again. This, too, distinguishes 'Narnia' from 'Harry Potter.

Biblical parallels and symbolism

Aslan: a model of Christ
Battle: struggle between good and evil
Pevensie siblings: Christ's ambassadors
Statues brought to life by Aslan: salvation; Pentecost
Deep Magic: Old Testament Law
Deeper Magic: God's grace
Edmund's waywardness: sin
White Witch: evil

For those who havent watch the movie...its worth it!

2005-12-20T04:10:00.000-08:00

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You Feast On: Pie
You Lurk Around In: The Ocean
You Especially Like to Torment: Dentists

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2005-11-15T01:14:00.000-08:00

Red roses were her favorites, her name was also Rose.And every year her husband sent them, tied with pretty bows.The year he died, the roses were delivered to her door.The card said, "Be my Valentine," like all the years before. Each year he sent her roses, and the note would always say,"I love you even more this year, than last year on this day.""My love for you will always grow, with every passing year."She knew this was the last time that the roses would appear.She thought, he ordered roses in advance before this day.Her loving husband did not know, that he would pass away.

He always liked to do things early, way before the time.Then, if he got too busy, everything would work out fine. She trimmed the stems, and placed them in a very special vase.Then, sat the vase beside the portrait of his smiling face.She would sit for hours, in her husband's favorite chair.While staring at his picture, and the roses sitting there. A year went by, and it was hard to live without her mate.With loneliness and solitude, that had become her fate.Then, the very hour, as on Valentines before,The doorbell rang, and there were roses, sitting by her door. She brought the roses in, and then just looked at them in shock.Then, went to get the telephone, to call the florist shop.The owner answered, and she asked him, if he would explain,Why would someone do this to her, causing her such pain? "I know your husband passed away, more than a year ago,"

The owner said, "I knew you'd call, and you would want to know.""The flowers you received today, were paid for in advance.""Your husband always planned ahead, he left nothing to chance." "There is a standing order, that I have on file down here,And he has paid, well in advance, you'll get them every year.There also is another thing, that I think you should know,He wrote a special little card...he did this years ago." "Then, should ever, I find out that he's no longer here,That's the card...that should be sent, to you the following year."

She thanked him and hung up the phone, her tears now flowing hard.Her fingers shaking, as she slowly reached to get the card. Inside the card, she saw that he had written her a note.Then, as she stared in total silence, this is what he wrote..."Hello my love, I know it's been a year since I've been gone,I hope it hasn't been too hard for you to overcome." "I know it must be lonely, and the pain is very real.For if it was the other way, I know how I would feel.The love we shared made everything so beautiful in life.I loved you more than words can say, you were the perfect wife." "You were my friend and lover, you fulfilled my every need.I know it's only been a year, but please try not to grieve.I want you to be happy, even when you shed your tears.

That is why the roses will be sent to you for years." "When you get these roses, think of all the happiness,That we had together, and how both of us were blessed.I have always loved you and I know I always will.But, my love, you must go on, you have some living still." "Please...try to find happiness, while living out your days.I know it is not easy, but I hope you find some ways.The roses will come every year, and they will only stop,When your door's not answered, when the florist stops to knock." "He will come five times that day, in case you have gone out.But after his last visit, he will know without a doubt,To take the roses to the place, where I've instructed him,And place the roses where we are, together once again."

2005-10-22T22:21:00.000-07:00

All good things have to come to an end. My trip to indonesia, Surabaya is over. I really miss that place now. Miss her and her parents. Her mum was very hospitalble and was a good host. I really hope to go back there soon, hopefully next year.

Had lots of new experiences in Surabaya. Went to see the natives living in cold weather conditions in the mountains and also visited Mt Bromo, an active volcano.
The weather is something like malaysia highlands but its slightly colder.
Took some pictures, will post it soon after i upload all of the pics.
There are also many other things we did, jus too many to tell it all..only the pictures will tell. so till then.

Now, i'm back in my hectic lifestyle. attachment or work is never fun. I dun feel like going back but i dun think i have a choice, i want to graduate. Well..i trust that God is with me at work, at least He makes me feel better and happier at work.

She is now in the mountains with her mum for a church retreat. She will only be back next friday. Hope to see her soon.

2005-10-11T01:07:00.000-07:00

She was a beautiful girl,
Who dreamed of a beautiful life.
She had her choice of suitors,
To make her his beautiful wife.
Shed date the best looking boys,
The most popular in her school,
And all the girls envied her,
Though she was vain, and sometimes cruel.
Then she went off to college,
Surviving nicely on her looks.
The crowd she hung around with,
Were not disposed to reading books.
She lived the party lifestyle,
And dated all the handsome guys.
Because she was beautiful,She felt like a coveted prize.
She finally met Prince Charming,
And he was a Senators son.
He was rich and powerful,
And she believed he was the one.
But he used her like the rest,
And in the end, tossed her aside.
He said there was another,
Who had been chosen for his bride.
Then she met a quarterback
,And they were married for ten years.
Years of infidelity,Through which, she cried a sea of tears.
And so she finally left him,
And met a handsome tennis pro.
But she was just a trophy,
He only kept around for show.
Then, when she was thirty five,
She asked her mother for advice.How could life have gone so wrong,And made her pay this lonely price?She was handed a picture,Of her mother at seventeen.She was very beautiful,And had been the homecoming queen.Her mother could have chosen,The most attractive boy in school.And become his Barbie doll,To show his friends that he was cool.But she wanted more from life,There was a future she dreamed of.A husband and family,A life of happiness and love.Vanity prevented that,Life is more than a handsome face.Who cares if your friends approve,Of who youve chosen to embrace.I made my choice out of love,And your father was right for me.He was never popular,But he was all that I could see.And to him I am precious,Im the cornerstone of his life.We faced it all together,Through both the good times and the strife.Forty one years together,And her parents were still in love.They had the storybook life,The kind she had always dreamed of.A life not far out of reach,For one who looks in the right place.For youll only find conceit,Behind the most beautiful face.There are too many choices,Places to see and things to do.A world at their fingertips,The vain cant settle just for you.Love is not about the face,Because faces always grow old.It isnt about money,Because love cant be bought or sold.Then she finally understood,Where loves journey would have to start.You cant see it with your eyes,You must seek it within the heart.Only then can someone know,If theyve found their husband or wife.True love is the foundation,Where you build your beautiful life

2005-09-19T13:22:00.000-07:00

Back from Jakarta! It was fun! On thursday, when i found out that i don't have to go to work for the next 3 days..i was overjoyed. Its rarely work will allow me to take 3 days rest. The reason, because we got no more mooncakes to sell! haha!

I've always wanted to go to Jakarta eversince when i was 14..So at night i went to check the rates of travelling there.
Found a good one and went to book ticket the next day (Friday). Rushed home to pack and then left for the airport! haha..Fast ya? but i like this way of travelling. haha..
Well..i think God really blessed me with a good airline rate there..i flew on cathay! was thinking of bughet airlines.

i called a fren, someone who i haven seen for quite some time eversince she moved back to jakarta. She took care of my accomodation by finding good hotel rates and comfortable place to live. She told me she went around asking, where is good, cheap and safe. woah..quite effort u know. Finally, she found one called Hotel Mega Anggrek, quite good and safe! reasonable rate!

I was in jakarta for 3 days...i travelled alone and meet her there..She picked me up from the airport..my flight was delayed..so she waited for quite some time. i touched down around 11pm jakarata time.

She also drove me to her school..its ok cause its university...the university is called. Universitas Bina Nusantara. The school looks like a office building..made of glass. quite nice.
Met some of her friends..nice people.
Got to know some of her friends better during lunch..we had this indo chicken rice..with sweet sauce and super spicy chilli. hah! delicious. and my favourite drink, "es teh manis" aka Sweet ice ice. i've picked up some few phrases of bahasa..will learn more!

Later, all of us went to the huge and famous shopping mall, called the Taman Anggrek Mall.
its like our Takashimaya, but including a cinema and a ice skating ring. cool ya.
had so much fun there! eating and watching movies..ate indonesian pempak, siew mai bundung and soto palembang. real good man..

i had so much fun and now i am missing it so much..and most of all i am missing the people there.
On the last day...my flight was at 7.25am she woke up so early at 5am just to fetch me to the airport..becos she said taking taxis is not safe..
At the end of the whole trip i was very touched by her actions..from finding me accomodation and driving me around. I'm so glad she is my best friends..and now i miss her.

She will be coming singapore soon! i hope to see her..and it will be my turn to entertain her.

2005-09-11T03:07:00.000-07:00

It seems that i have not been blogginh for a very long time. Alrights, some updates.
I cant wait for mooncake festival to come! I am not very keen on such festivals..but i really need the rest. My shifts for the next 2 weeks till the 18 September (actual day) are driving me crazy.
I start my morning at 9.30am and work all the way to 11pm! killer man...i've calculated..i only got a few hours of my own chill out time in a day! But these days..i've been out catching up with frens..who are on leave from Army. was fun..but i still have to wake up for work the next day.

The reason why we are doing full shift is becos we are short on manpower..and we have to save on costing. But i just pray hard that my overtime is paid by cash, i hope its not returning me the hours.

Today i helped a customer to carry his mooncakes to his car, which was quite far away. After that...he offered me a ride to the hotel side entrance..which is convienant enough. What "wow" me was that his car is BMW7 series..its huge and there is a touch screen map display in these new batch of BMW. i was quite happy..haha

Today was quite busy..in fact it is one of the most lousy day i had. Its ok now..we jus wanna to hang out.

ok i am very sleepy, going to sleep now..takre care.

2005-08-23T02:24:00.000-07:00

Well..finally i encounter or shall i say going through the bad times at work. I feel that some people dislike me..could be one or more. Not anyone who is doing attachment with me. My friends who are doing attachment are all my good frens and we still talk and joke. I just got a feeling somebody dislike me..and the worst part is i dunno who or why! My frens said i think too much..i really hope so i think too much. I am a person who never make enemies..or i try as hard as i can not to make any enemies..cos that will be wrong..that is not a good way to shine the light for God. Now, i am thinking..is this a time when God wants to test me? i dun know..i am just gonna work as normal.

My motivation at work now..is always believeing God is here for me always. I really need him in my work place.
And i am also glad i still have good true friends..who really know me. Sec school. church and other frens..too many..i thank God for them. :)

2005-08-22T00:06:00.000-07:00

Hamster Passed away Peacefully on 21 August 2005

Hammie passed away peacefully today at around 8.plus...i think for a hamster to live 2 years is very long. As hammie grew older there were alot of sickness and had to go through major operations. Today hammie finally can rest in peace..although all the operations were successful, hammie is old. Well..Valerie buried the hamster..in a nice blue box, wrapped in blue cloth, a layer of blue wrapping paper and a red ribbon, with a flower and a card. sweet.

Hammie has been there for me and means alot to me. During times when i share my joy and times when i cry because of heartache..hammie heard it all.
I guessed hammie is in animal heaven now. God stop all its suffering and i thank God for that.

That makes me think..how an animal life can be fragile too..just like humans..let us now do something that will make God happy...Sin no more..because we only got a lifetime..and its fragile.

Thank you Val for helping me so much, hammie is grateful to know such a caring person like u.

2005-08-15T01:27:00.000-07:00

I watched 2 movies this week..all after work. I watched it alone. First, "Land oF the Dead" I thought it was funny..clumsy zombies..(This type of movie i think its better to watch alone and when u have nth better to do)

The second movie i watched is "NAPOLA". This one is killer..i will it..its about German Boys joining the military academy to prepare for war. In this movie, u can see the pride of Germans..and how the Germans changed the kids and train them to be the elites. Nice ...recommeded.

Working at the Marriott is ok..so far...i hope all will be smooth thru out my attachment. Marriott is halfway thru the Middle Eastern promotion right now. Our Guest Chef Mohammad Hazzine, from Beirut, Marriott..is going to fly back to Lebanon soon. He is my best fren in the Hotel..its kinda funny how we met and lucky. We hang out with each other..he is a nice guy. i will definately miss a brother like such.

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Experience and discover the exotic taste of the Middle East with dishes such as the traditional Mezze, a variety of appetisers that is one of the pillars of cuisine from the Middle East, Fish Harrar, Shish Tawook, Pistachio Maamoul, Rice Pudding and more! A sumptuous buffet spread of authentic Lebanese cuisine is available daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday to Sunday.

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2005-08-08T02:37:00.000-07:00

Sorry..i am too lazy to update my blog. National day is just another day for me...nothing big..but i still fancy new year and Christmas Day!

I feel that as i grow older, i am very lazy to type on MSN even though i wanna go online..I am also lazy to type on blogs...hands are tired now. How i wish i can jus verbally speak my thoughts..and get it reflected on the blog.

I have been thinking and finding infos on creating a website for my own..for my random thoughts and random photos, links (shit). ha ha. Hope to get it nail down this year end.

Work is still alright...getting so many offs day. maybe becos i will work like a cow...in the next few days. But thats alright i guessed.

I am wondering..if i can send foodstuff over to the states. If not..i'll use DHL or something..i'm am sure they won't disappoint me..hmm send what? oh..i want to send Pork Floss. Bag of it..to my californian friend. Cos its hard to find it there and its ex. haha..
Tml will go find out.

2005-07-29T12:27:00.000-07:00

"Ever Wonder What Your Shadow Do Behind You?"

Very interesting picture by my friend..i think he drew it and scan it..

2005-07-28T11:44:00.000-07:00

And here's to you, Mrs. Robinson
Jesus loves you more than you will know (Wo, wo, wo)

God bless you please, Mrs. Robinson
Heaven holds a place for those who pray (Hey, hey, hey...hey, hey, hey)
We'd like to know a little bit about you for our files
We'd like to help you learn to help yourself
Look around you, all you see are sympathetic eyes
Stroll around the grounds until you feel at home
Hide it in a hiding place where no one ever goes
Put it in your pantry with your cupcakes
It's a little secret, just the Robinsons' affair
Most of all, you've got to hide it from the kids
Coo, coo, ca-choo, Mrs Robinson
Heaven holds a place for those who pray

Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon
Going to the candidates debate
Laugh about it, shout about it
When you've got to chooseEv'ry way you look at it, you lose

Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio
A nation turns its lonely eyes to you (Woo, woo, woo)
What's that you say, Mrs. Robinson
Joltin' Joe has left and gone away(Hey, hey, hey...hey, hey, hey)

2005-07-26T10:23:00.000-07:00

ok..working in Marriot..is good..but tiring. I've met many people from different countries and some became my friends.:-) In Marriot, this month buffet includes Arabian food..and a Lebanese Chef from Lebanon is now in Singapore..I've seen him a few times..and we hang out before..he's funny.haha.and now he is my buddy! haha..One must know him to see the"childish side" of him.

Yesterday, i made some frens with an italian and german couple. I was chatting with them while at work..very nice people. They are also associates from Marriot in Spain. thats really cool..
Its cool to see people from the same company in different countries...well i hope to travel like them some day.

The weather is bad these days.Many of my classmates from different hotels are on MC..i saw them online..
Me, i'm getting sick too..i've got a sore throat and an ulcer.
I pray i recover soon.

SonicFest is jus a few days away! This week i'm in the afternoon shift...i've told my manager abt my shift to be able to make it for SF. He told me i got to find someone to take my shift..exchange shift. Till now..i haven found anyone..Please keep me in prayers..cos...i got to be at Sonic Fest...i am involved and have work to do.

2005-07-24T00:03:00.000-07:00

Calling out to all artists! and those who appreciates Art. Hype is a platform for young people to play a part in the local arts scene.. Choy u must join!!
alright...here's the website..its really cool!
P.S visit the virtual gallery in HYPE!
http://www.hypegallery.com/singapore/flash.php

2005-07-23T00:51:00.000-07:00

wow...Hype Exhibiton is now on in the Art House!
It is open to all..anyone can present their art work for exhibiton..photography, arts, designs, graphics etc...and its free!! but of course there are some requirements..well..its a good opporuntity..i wanna try..photography...hehe..Who knows..someone might like your work and will buy it from you..jus quote the price. haha..

2005-07-15T02:07:00.000-07:00

Some Info on Baybeats 2005!

BAYBEATS 2005COPELAND, BRANDTSON, BRAND NEW SUNSET, ELECTRICO, CONCAVE SCREAM, SURREAL, VERTICAL RUSH, LOVE ME BUTCH, FURNITURE and more...When:15 Jul 2005 (Fri), 8.00 PM16 Jul 2005 (Sat), 5:30 PM17 Jul 2005 (Sun), 4.00 PM

PERFORMANCE AREAS
VILLAGE[CANOPY]
CHILLOUT STAGE
[OUTDOOR THEATRE]
THE ARENA
[STAGE@POWERHOUSE]

Treat yourself to non-stop indie music of various styles and genres by 30 local, regional and international bands!
GROOVE to chill-out anthems till late at DISKOTHEQUE, a first for baybeats.CHILL with your favourite bands as they go acoustic and wax lyrical about life on the road and other dishy topics.FEAST your eyes on an eclectic selection of comtemporary visual arts displays specially chosen for BAYBEATS 2005So SOAK UP the sounds and the adrenaline of BAYBEATS 2005 –

YOU'll BE CRAVING FOR MORE!

For those who will be missing it...its just too bad!

2005-07-14T00:46:00.000-07:00

Found this picture in Crosswalk.com..
Cool huh...You can worship God even in a Mosh PiT!
Amen!

2005-07-10T01:57:00.000-07:00

Life at the Marriot

Alright...so far..everything is going smoothly at the marriot....well..because God has been faithful. The people are so friendly too and work is getting fun.

Today busy..weekends...and one of the plates trolley went missing..but we found it hidden behind a wall.and then i have to count all the dinner plates in the restaurant!!! tough work man....total got 1123 dinner plates!!! just enough. :-)

Tomorrow got church..miss Sonuc Edge ppl too..will see them tml..alright i tired..shall blog again..

Oh by the way...People who loves to eat..tell me...cos i got great discounts of buffet and ala carte menus..hehe...

2005-07-06T01:56:00.000-07:00

Actually..the service industry (specifically F&B) is not that bad. Its jus people with high expectations...becos service can be delivered best only by humans.
At my work place..its about providing quality service in the shortest time possible..its a challenge which i am learning to achieve. My work place is a place where people from different conutries come together to work as a team...My buddy is a Philipino, name is Marilyn. I really respect her...she is patient, kind, friendly....glad to have her as my buddy...someone whom i can relate and rely on.
Oh the Philipinos are also students on attachment..degree students..but i really don't understand they cant be expose to other departments but only in F&B..although they are doing the same course as me..and they have to pay their agency an amount each month for whatever reasons.
But yet, they are still happy working in the Marriot Cafe...working with the right work attitude...that makes me respect them! and wanna learn from them

A short prayer which i think is nescesary..

Lord, I thank you for everything u have done..God protect me and my friends at work from danger..and give us strength to be able to get job done..especially the super hot plates with heavy trays and plates...well its a serious matter and we don't want to spill anything on any guests. Please Lord also give us the wisdom to do things right..and also allow the chefs and managers to be understandable...i pray all these in Jesus name..Amen.

2005-07-02T22:53:00.000-07:00

The music much to Loud to hear the alarm sound!
la la la la la

2005-07-02T11:56:00.000-07:00

I started to ache when I started to think of you
Wondering how long it would take, before I step into something new
There's so much I can fake
There's only so much that I can prove
Well do you get it in a minute,
I could go play the fool for you

Lights, camera, action, I think I'm going for it this time
There's something you should listen to
Could I take you for a car ride?
This is the soundtrack for our movie
Would you tell me when we get to the best part?
I'll play it for you

Well I'm a wreck
I really can't explain it but I,
hear the music when I look at you.
Orchestrating the song to accommodate the moment.
Well, I'm so in love with you.Are you looking for an answer?
Because I could really use a friend tonight
We can make this last forever.

Orchestrating the song to accommodate the moment.
Well, I'm so in love with you.
I'll take a chance and steal away this movie moment.
I'm in deep whenever I'm with you.
I'm directing the scene that has you and me forever.

Because I'm so in love with you.

2005-06-26T02:45:00.000-07:00

Dance Collective

Today was quite a happening day...went down to ACS (barker road) to help out in an event, "Dance Collective"...did sound for the concert..was fun to see the dancers from different churches come together and perform...and also dance as a form of worship...cool..how amazing that we can worship God in so many different ways.
My job was quite stressful..doing sound this year is more difficult compared to last year...the systems are more advance..and there are more CDs for me to use this year...almost mixed the different tracks..but thank God i didnt.
There will be an appreciation dinner on Sunday..looking forward. :-)

SonicEdge RoadShow @ Payal Lebar Methodist Church

After Dance Collective..i rushed down to serangoon to help SE to do projection...met new friends who were also in the control room..Benjamin and Clara, sweet people...
Projection went well...and got to promote sonicfest also..pre-sale tickets..haha

Guys check out more @ www.sonicfest.net.

ok..again i want to thank God for being so faithful..and blessed me with great people and great day today!

Hmmz...these days financially..i'm struggling...i'm gonnna hold on...
Knowing He is Jehovah Jireh..He will provide..
Cant wait for attachment to start also..to earn some money...so i can give some to my parents..
time to repay them...for all they have done..
will have faith.

2005-06-24T17:20:00.000-07:00

Internship Programme

Went down for my internship Orientation today at the Marriot Hotel. I really respect this organization so much...and is definiately a place i want to work in. Why? i'll explain further...but first, a brief history of Marriot.

Seventy-Five years ago J. Willard and Alice Sheets started a small business. They travelled from Utah to pursue the "American Dream". With his bride "Alice" by his side, they opened a nine-stool root beer stand in Washington D.C. (Which is "A&W") also means Alice and Willard. Alice did the daily routines everyday. Not only she sell root beer, served as chief bookkeeper and cashier. Later, when the weather turned cold, Alice suggested adding hot mexican food to the menu, and the "Hot Shoppe" was born. Two decades later, in 1957, the first Hotel opened- The Twin Bridges in Arlington, Virginia.

I am very happy to join the Marriot...because Marriot's culture is to treat each other as family..many hotels say that too...but few of them are able to act what they said...and welfare is very important to me...i want to spend my time being happy in Marriot. Marriot is also transparent to all of their employees....We are allow to write to the GM or see him and even write to the Headquarters in Washinton DC...or call HQ for free...all postage and fees will be taken care of. As i said..we are all one big family in Marriot.we call our GM by their first name...there is no such thing as a Mr or Mrs. Marriot also allows their associates to know the exact figures the company make right down to the dollars and cents.!! Cool..
I was surprised Marriot bought over Ritz Carlton Hotel five years ago..when Ritz Carlton is not doing well..cool..I can work in Ritz Carlton too in future.
One cool fact, Marriot only sells and offer the guests Pepsi...the minibars, the lounge and restaurants all serve only Pepsi. Becos in the past, when Marriot is not doing well..Marriot apporached many organizations for help...Pepsi was the only company which was willing to help..and loaned a few million dollars...so Marriot wants to remember that kindness and repay them by only offering Pepsi..

I also got my Marriot Card. hehehe...its a huge discount card..i can eat in the F&B outlets in Marriot with 50% discount and also can shop at Tangs for 15% discounts.!!! wooo...
I also can use this card in 1bt 25 Clinics and 15 dental clinics islandwide.!!
Thats not all...i also can use this card at some salons and bookstore!!

I am really thankful for such an opporunity to work in a great organization..
I still remember how i asked God to bless me with one good hotel..and here it is..i want to thank God for all these...

2005-06-22T04:15:00.000-07:00

A busy day, i say....went round singapore to settle necessary stuff, Ie Liang went to renouce his HongKong citizenship and he got to get different documents at different places...luckily he rides...as it really shortens travelling time. i also went to school to pass a copy of my attachment contract and to extend my passport. About 5.30pm, Liang and I had a crazy idea..we want to go Johor Bahru! and decided to ride there..hhaha.reached the checkpoint..guess what? we queued for one hour to get to customs...the route from the start of the checkpoint to the customs was a killer..not only its jammed, the place is also filled with smoke and fumes with petrol scent...one could get poison from such a polluted environment. Anyway...we later cleared the customs feeling dirty from all the fumes.
Our purpose of going to JB is for a movie...ask why? because we had no money to go orchard..hah...and we knew JB movie tixs are cheaper. As we were travelling we kinda lost our way..so i suggested that we go to a hotel to ask for directions or a map..as students of hotel management....we believed that the staffs are willing to help, in our case, we found Hyatt Hotel...(not bad huh..) Later, we got the map and directions from a staff...we continued our way to the nearest shopping centre, which is also the most popular shopping centre in JB...It was suggested by the hotel staff...As we continue our journey to the shopping centre called "CitySquare"...we kinda lost our way and ended up in a petrol kiosk trying to communicate with a person that don't speak much english...we knew we were lost.but by God's grace..we saw a chinese man and approached him..he directed us in mandarin..and soon we reach our destination. :-)
Our motivation was from a VCD we bought a few days ago called.."Harold and Kuma - Goes to White Castle"..Liang kept us motivated by renaming it to "Tom and Ie Liang - Goes to CitySquare" haha...For Harold and Kuma, their objective is to eat burgers...For us..its the movies!!!

Alright in CitySquare...everything was all fun...although by the time we reached most shop closed...but the cinema is still open..hehe...bought 2 tixs to Batman! which cost 6RM each...that is like $3 SDG!!!!! hahaha...where on earth can u find such in SINGAPORE??! thats not all ...we had Mcdonalds for dinner too...it cost 8RM for a BigMac Meal.!!!! which cost abt $4SDG...!! Total Expenses..is about 14RM!!!! each!! how cool!..hah..

I am really very happy..and i also would say..that at times there are tensions between friendships..but this trip has taught us alot....and this trip was fulfilling.
A great DAY!

2005-06-19T02:38:00.000-07:00

Thank God...only through Him all things can change.
Ie Liang accepted Christ today..after an altar call. I really glad..Me, Josh, Jon prayed for him and jon helped in the necessary documents. After 2 years of knowing Liang, i'm glad that he is my brother in Christ..I cried when Ie Liang said "yes"..i know upon saying that, the Lord and holy spirit are already doing the good work in him. I felt that joy and also felt God's great mercy on sinners like us..willing to accept us no matter how bad we were. 18 june..a significant day.

After church, all of us went down to "HOME", previously known as "MadMonks"...went down for a gig which Surreal played. Was fun..haha had a good day today. :-)
Praise God.

2005-06-11T04:00:00.000-07:00

Great Time @ Rouge - 'Love Me Butch' Album Launch!

Wow! Its been quite a while since i had so much fun! To start off..Tiramisu! Opening act, Surreal! and all the way up North..."Love Me Butch"!!!!!

The gig was kickass man.. mosh pit in the club. Basically, everyone got to bodysurf too..hah hah.
Really had a great time...It was worth the wait..I went to Rouge after school..reached abt 8pm gig starts at 10.30pm...met up with Josh, aaron, Rudi, Tim and some other people...was fun chilling out..Later, Jon C, Symon, Jerome, Joshua, Kai and the whole gang came too lah. Everybody knows everyone..haha..The girls were there too..Edleweiss, Crystal, Shawna..
'Void Deck' did a really good job organising the gig...Well Done Guys.

Ok..jus finished 2 major projects.IR resorts...thank God its over. Next week gonna have exams..
then holidays..cant wait.

Oh btw...Love Me Butch will play in Baybeats too...Guys be sure to check them out.

2005-06-08T01:01:00.000-07:00

I teared on the way home today..recalling the past and the problems at hand.
I stil have work to do..i'm so tired.
Burdened with more problems..i really don't know what to do.
Its not the first time i dropped tears or cry myself to sleep..
I am really scared and i don't know what to do.
I guessed i really need to focus on HIM, hoping that he will bring me thru times like this.

2005-06-06T03:08:00.000-07:00

I'm so tired...i wanna rest.
I am so confused...i need wisdom.
I need to choose...
I miss my friends and i really thank God for putting such good friends who are there to encourage me.
I need You God...So much.

2005-06-03T21:01:00.000-07:00

Finally...its over! Did a workshop with my newly formed team...Students from Tourism and Hotel Management. I am really glad that our hard work paid off..Every grp was given a topic and it will be presented to the other classes. Our grp got the topic "Managing Your boss".
ok right now...we got one more project to go...a topic abt "IR", its abt the new tourist attraction that Singapore is working on..We are to organise a Press Conference.representing the STB (Singapore Tourism Board)...and the dateline is next week, will work hard for it.

Hmmz..i am missing the Sonic Edge camp..the camp i attended during the weekends at NUS..haha Temasek Hall..was very fun..felt like a uni student for a while..

Today Vertical Rush is playing at "Prince Of Wales" a Australia Pub..maybe i'll go down and support them..
ok will blog again!

2005-05-31T01:03:00.000-07:00

..Today was a Hectic day! rush here and there...only had lunch..no breakfast and dinner.
Have a headache, cold and cough, but i still got to complete my tasks...these days really very busy..if this continue..i think i will break down. Adding on to all these are my emotions...really down lately too..
ok i need to sleep now...tml still need to wake up early for project work.

God please carry me in your arms in times like this
Do not let me go.

2005-05-24T01:40:00.000-07:00

The book "Boy Meets Girl" taught me so much. I now have a better understanding why relationship dun always work out. This book is about having a relationship in God's perspective. Question like How do we glorify God in our relationships? We can do that when we put our needs aside and base our decisions on what serves the interests of the other person.

Some points to ponder b4 a relationship.....
Guided by a selfless desire to do what's best for the other.
1) is starting this relationship now what's best for him?
2)will expressing all my feelings now serve her?
3) Are my actions encouraging to him to love God more?
4) will kissing her be what's best for her in the long run?

A selfless desire to do what's best for the other person can guide us in the big and small decisions of a relationship. It's not tedious. It's an expression of sincere love and the defining mark of a chirstian relationship.

Romance says "let feelings decide wat happens." Wisdom leads us to a purposeful relationship.
a relationship with a purpose is very important...that will lead to marriage..
Feelings are never right so never base feelings on relationship.

Say if you are a good christian and have your own meticulous planning its still not gonna work...God wants you to submit and trust him in whatever he planned. God knows us the best...and he knows perfectly who will be our life partner? It is tailor-made for each one of us.

For me, i really want to be in a purposeful and god glorifying relationship...but i am willing to trust in God..I know he has his plans and they are for me to prosper and not to harm me. Just like the stories in the book...The people are all ordinary singles that are looking for their love ones...but after thru so much..they trusted God..and now..they have a interesting story to tell and each story is unique and touching..It also shows how God worked so amazingly in their lives.

Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Crist Jesus.

God, i don't want to be anxious about this area of my life, i present my requests to you. I'd like to get married, and you know whom i'm interested in. But i'm trusting Your Word, which says your peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard my heart. I want your peace and not the peace i attempt to create.

2005-05-18T01:20:00.000-07:00

Busy busy busy..everyday only can reach home after 10pm. these days have been hectic..Dealing with Final Year Project on Events and Conventions...typing so many reports and meeting deadlines, the event is coming soon! Have to work all also, but I enjoy working in "Wake Me Up Music"..can meet so many friends and interesting customers...in addition, the people i'm working with are Christians.
These days...also dunno why suddenly so many church conference must attend...these burn my weekends...but i believe its good for me.
Also in SonicFest committee...quite excited about the festival! This year is gonna be huge! Its a 3 day event at Fort Canning green! Come on down u guys!

oook ook....enough of blogging..got to do my work.

2005-05-17T02:05:00.000-07:00

Do they not have pen or paper where you are?
'Cause I haven't heard from you in ages
I relive each memory
From time to time
With notes exchanged
With all the scented pages
It's comin back
It's all comin back to me now
Tell me everything turned out alright
'Cause I'm well and we said
That we'd meet tonight
Does he treat you like you want
Does he ask to take your hand
Does he believe in dreams we talked about
Though with no music we dance
I thought you said that you'd come find me
I thought you said you'd be home by now
I heard you say that you'd come back here
So I wrote to remind you somehow...
Dance by yourself and
Think of me when you do
I'm not sure you understand
What this means to me
What you do to me
I'm willing to prove
That you're the one
I regret to slip away
Now I know it was only you
That I've been searchin for
And missin all this time
I thought you said that you'd come find me
I thought you said you'd be home by now
I heard you say that you'd come back here
So I wrote to remind you somehow...
I thought you said that you'd come find me
I thought you said you'd be home by now
I heard you say that you'd come back here
So I wrote to remind you somehow...
Let the past be past
Let's start today
And let us both do
I need to see your face
Tell me where to be
I'll tell you why we shouldn't be
(I'll tell you why we shouldn't be)
I thought you said that you'd come find me
I thought you said you'd be home by now
I heard you say that you'd come back here
So I wrote to remind you somehow...
I thought you said that you'd come find me
I thought you said you'd be home by now
I heard you say that you'd come back here
So I wrote to remind you somehow...

2005-05-17T00:32:00.000-07:00

Was watching the news today. Temasek Poly, now has opened the another school of Hospitality and Tourism in Sentosa. I heard that this school will be occupied by 2nd year students to learn and gain practical skills while working in Sentosa. hmmz..how interesting to have a school in Sentosa..TP approached SHATEC to join partnership but we rejected their offer because we are a member of Singapore Hotel Association (SHA). I don't understand why..but i think its because we are not our own.
The news also mentioned that Hospitality and Tourism course in TP are gaining popularity and TP will increase the standards of this course next year. Why is it so popular? Its because of the growing tourism prospects and the integrated resorts and casino that will bring lots of opportunities.

How timely all these things come. When i joined SHATEC, it was the SARS period...God is so good..it is so true that He has plans for us to prosper and not to harm us.

2005-05-16T00:30:00.002-07:00

Seeking for an answer

really need to hear

and obey

then things will go according to your will.

2005-05-16T00:30:00.001-07:00

Seeking for an answer

really need to hear

and obey

then things will go according to your will.

2005-05-13T04:52:00.000-07:00

Emotions are stirred..
Maybe i shouldnt even know..
Knowing i'm still affected
Knowing u are fine
i'm glad
Memories are flashing
Like a slient movie
Oh good Lord..Help me
I have nothing to offer but only
This broken heart.

2005-05-09T23:35:00.000-07:00

Yahoo! after sending out 8 resumes and going for 2 interviews, Marriot hotel called me this morning!! I'm going to do my internship in Marriot Hotel..Yes..that Hotel in the heart of Orchard Road. Marriot Hotel is my second choice...First is Four Seasons...but no reply. Anyway..i really i want to thank God and Friends that have been keeping me in their prayers..Its truely through God's grace i'm given a chance. i'm so happy...hmmz..But the pay isn't as great as Fullerton which is paying $700/mth, Marriot pays abt $500+..but who says its abt the money? Just wanna gain more experiences. I believe, Marriot having 2000+ hotels and resorts worldwide can allow me to go overseas to work next time..hehe...ok..more updates next time..till then!

2005-05-03T01:42:00.000-07:00

Sky In Euphoria KL TOUR

The First day
I was late, due to school and some other reasons..God really helped me through..then i met the boys after the Malaysia Customs. Relieved..
Surprised to see Choy, Djulian, Nicky and Joshua C.
I knew it was going to be fun!

The Second Day
The gig was a killer..it was fiercer than you.! I was in charged of the ticketing...and i had fun.
The music was playing..and the sand from the ceiling was dropping and no i wasnt kidding.
Bands line-up

LIED
CASSANDRA
INFINITE DESTINY
SKY IN EUPHORIA

So hard-core man....
And i like it..heh..

The Third Day
We went to Church in KL..the youth service was huge! and that day wasnt the full attendance..so imagine...how big can the group get.
The youths were so energetic..the wordship was good! enjoyed it with the presence of GOD.

Food was great! The "Tehs" or Teas...have so many ways of making..or shall i say..like cocktails.
When go to KL..check out the "Neslo"=Nescafe with Milo..and "Cham"=Mixed Tea and Coffee.
The Pratas..."The Bomb", "Prata Pisang", Prata with egg and Prata Planta.
Ate so much...i think i gained weight..haha

oh..RAMLY RAMLY! We also got Ramlized....by the Ramly Burgers...really ar..killer.
Nicky loves it...and cant live without it. haha

I really had so much fun..and i've also learnt that SIngapore is a safe place.comparing to KL..so many weird people ard.
Now i'm having the KL "hangover"....wonder when will i be back again. :-)

2005-04-25T01:08:00.000-07:00

The Gathering was great..we had hell of a time! But sadly, its the last gathering..as this is our last term in school. I asked my friends...will they miss this class? many said yes...including me..tears nearly roll out of my eyes. We will be going to attachment in Hotels soon..will we ever meet up again? if yes..will everyone be present? We won't be seeing each other as often soon..maybe even upon graduation...because some will go back to their country..especially Kim Sung Hun, Gabriel and Ie Liang.. my best friends in class.

I'm treasuring time i having with my friends now....becos i don't want to regret in the future...Plus..i'm not getting any younger..I won't have real true friends who shares your cries and laughter together in the working life..
I will truely miss my classmates...

Thank u heavenly Father.
For putting friends in my life.
I've learnt much from them.
I thank u Lord for putting them to share my cries and laughter.
Father u bless them and their future..
Amen.

2005-04-21T13:57:00.000-07:00

20My son, pay attention to what i say; listen closely to me words. 21 Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; 22 for they are life to those who find them and health to a man's whole body. 23 Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. 24 Put away perversity from your mouth; keep corrupt talk far from your lips. 25 Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you. 26 Make level paths for your feet and take only ways that are firm. 27 Do not swerve to the right or the left; keep your foot from evil.

Proverbs 4:20-27

2005-04-15T23:59:00.000-07:00

Listening to Mae now..new album..
ok..today was a busy day..but fun. Went to church to prepare stuff for Sunday's fundraising. Then to Jam with Jason, Jerome, Gordon, Iain..it was quite fun....got some songs nailed! haha.. rocking.
Tomorrow gonna meet Symon to settle work for SF2005 then back to church for some work and then to service..its going be another fun day, seeing friends from church and finding rest in church.Its all good
Now this is a song from Mae that made me think alot.

"The Ocean"

am i alone in this?
never a night where i can sleep myself till day.
we must try to figure it out, figure it out. it won't be that easy.
we lost it somehow. you come over unannounced.
silence broken by your voice in the dark.i need you here tonight
just like the ocean needs the waves.
oh, the night becomes the space that's somewhere in between
what i feel and what im taught.
sitting on the shoreline trying to figure it out, figure it out.
to find out the meaning and reach it somehow.
you come over unannounced.
silence broken by your voice in the dark.
i need you here tonightjust like the ocean needs the wave.
fall around me now
like stars that shine and brighten the way.
i need you here tonight just like this night it needs the rain.
the season has changed.the wind, it moves colder now, colder now.
the clouds are raised, the rain it falls harder now, all around.
you come over unannounced.
silence broken by your voice in the dark.
i need you here tonight,
just like the ocean needs the waves.
so fall around me now.
just like stars that shine and brighten the way.
i need you here tonight just like this night it needs the rain.
over unannounced, silence broken by your voice in the dark.
i need you here tonight,just like the ocean needs the waves.
just like the stars that fall around me now.

2005-04-01T14:25:00.000-08:00

Sorry guys for not blogging a long time. I'm having a one week holiday this week..it was well planned. Everyday i got something to do..Meet people and completing my personnal tasks..and was really Fun. Met up with Josh almost everyday..on thurs we went to our favourite place ...yes! Grapevine! sipping on Strawberry Frappe and English teas..haha

Went PLMGSS with the boys for a meeting with the organizers from PL. Surreal, One Authority and other bands are going to perfrom on April 8 at the school to raise funds for the New school buliding..
Then to Michelle's house..to munch on Tim Tam's and Aeros...hahaha...Its awesome...:D

These fun days are ending soon...got to go back to school..face the real world..and "real people".
Till then...i'm still having fun! :)

oh! by the way..SpongeBob is a good movie!!!

"i'm a goofy goobler yeah! You're a goofy goobler Yeah! We're all goofy goobler yeah!

2005-03-17T01:14:00.000-08:00

Its the third day, and my computer is working perfectly fine and fast...will tyr to update the blog more often..although it cant be as often as the past...cos as one grows older, one is more committed to other things like work or school work.nevertheless i wil try la.

Ok..today i went to cell..before that me and josh were at orchard..eating sake sushi buffet! wah was a killer man....ate so much..that we came up with stupid ideas to hide the unfinished food as there will be extra charges if food is unfinish..Anyway we were successful in finishing the food..of cos it was a struggle.

ok la..am tired noow...wil go get some rest..godo nights!

2005-03-16T01:33:00.000-08:00

Wow! an amazing day! The London's Community Gospel Choir really rock Esplanade down...(Something like "sister act") sounds of guitar, jazz bass and piano..accompanied with great voices...really show so much about the heart of worship. The choir also got the audience to sing along with them...this concert is not successful unless u stand and move with the beat..
The choir also said that all these are gifts from God...and god blessed them by giving them opporunity to perform or rather worship here..in a place such as Esplanade.
To sum it all up! everyone was full of energy and dancing with the beat..I really had lots of fun!

This thurs going to Watch Tortoise, an indie rock band...with josh..
This is also gonna be at the esplanade..cant wait...;-)

2005-03-15T01:38:00.000-08:00

HEY!! got my com repaired..finally...after a few months...was a long wait..now its running fast and smooth..yeah..
Today, went to buy tickets to watch a concert tomorrow at the esplanade..(London's Gospel Choir) and on Thursday i'm going to watch TorToise at the esplanade!! i am excited and will be looking forward to it.
Met up with Sophie today....josh came along too..we were chilling out in holland v..and jus talking about some stuff..was fun..
today was a fun day...maybe a fruitful one? well anyway its all good..

Josh is at my place now..haha..watching "Catch me if u can" nice movie.
ok shall update soon. :-)

2005-03-10T22:30:00.000-08:00

Didnt sleep last night...was rushing project work, this is what you get when projects are left at the last minute..got it over and done with..Now got to prepare for exams.

Things are going fine this week...nothing "Hoo-haa".. Drowing myself with Last Days of April..(nope i'm not emotional la) just listen to chill...Oh ya...Lush 99.5 is also my favourite..sometimes it inspires me to make my own electronic sounds..(that one can dream)..

Haha..During leisure time i play "Space Quest"!!! haha..super lame one..but the missions are very very difficult to complete..its a role Playing game (RPG) so difficult that i went to search for a walkthrough..haha but then still dun understand..

ok la...enuf of typing...gtg bye

2005-02-23T08:59:00.000-08:00

ARH!! I have a test in a few hours time...Had fun yesterday by the swimming pool with some korean friends..and...we were drinking korean spirits! shucks..had quite a number of shots...ended the game with feeling heavy headed and my head feels as though its spinning...bad bad feeling.
This week had been ok..so far...i think i got to go study for test and prepare myself for school..hope the week will be great! till then!

2005-02-13T09:22:00.000-08:00

These few days have been awesome, enjoyed chinese yr,the ang bao harvest was fabulous! Had lots of fun doing house visitation at relatives' and frens' house, had a few games of mah jong.

Lately in church, things arent going smoothly as usual. There r bound to b problems, perhaps i can look at it as to mould my character in the process.

Another week has passed so quickly, miss my church frens a lot --- kianhong is in army and i miss him the most,sheng tat,chooqi,may,junlan jie,guixiang jie and many more others.. Realized that i really can't live without them, really thank God for putting them in my life.

It's gonna be another school week,jus hope that things will go well. Of cus, i will b looking forward to SAJC(funfair,CAMPUS RUMPUS) and TP( CO concert) during the weekend!

Yup, just a short sum up abt my life so far. How abt yours?

2005-02-05T00:46:00.000-08:00

Right...this week has been quite mundane. Lots of tests coming up...i still have one term more to go before going out to the hotels for work experience. Well..i'm not sure which hotel yet..but i will pray about it.

Went to drink with some korean friends jus now..First..we went to Chijmes then to Equinox at Swissotel..the highest level of the hotel..both places was quite boring...cos we didnt like the music..as they were just too loud..we were expecting something else..anyway...its an experience..
Hmmz..wonder how my weekend is going to be like..i have no plans yet..of cos there will be church and youth service..but i hope i can do something different this week.. maybe catching up with old friends etc. :) or play soccer with SE and UR..hahah!

Next week is gonna be a blast! haha..the only school day is on monday! and the rest of the week will be celebrating the CHinese New year! YAY! my class brought all the lessons forward.so we can have a longer holidays! heez...worth it..haha gong xi gong xi...
hmmz..wonder what am i gonna do during those days..other than the typical visiting and etc..can be quite bored at times..anyway..we shall see..

Ok..Right..the time of the year for couples is approaching...Its just another day for me..
to stay home and not go out...as there will be so many couples flooding the streets..which can be quite saddening. well..i'm not going let it affect me..so staying home and watch tv or read is a better idea! haha..

okok..i'm not going to talk so much now.update u guys again!

2005-02-02T01:36:00.000-08:00

Its been awhile
I wonder how u feel?
Or Do you feel anything at all?
Do I even know you?

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School is quite alright these days....hoping to further my education in the future. Talked abt it the other day...Mr Tan introduced different University in different countries. Haiz..but financially..maybe its not possible..i had the thought of going to Switzerland..have some plans in mind..maybe i'll save during NS time..or even work..well..i stil have time..so tts another story for another time.:)

2005-01-25T11:34:00.000-08:00

Chinese Music to my Ears.

Attended a concert in Victoria Concert Hall today....Chinese Orchestra! wow...they were good...I really enjoyed during the 2 hours concert. Phyllis Ng was playing with the Orchestra..talented girl. Every piece tells a story of ancient chinese history...and i was admiring the skills that the players have, as the music plays..the sudden "attack" of the music..made me thought of ancient chinese warriors fighting bravely in those wars. Ah..a good experience la..
hmmm want to thank Phyllis for inviting me ...Thank u!

Ok..Life for me is going quite ok...sch is good...Spiritual Life..well..still learning and progressing..Kev, josh, gerald and I started a small cell group..coming together to learn about the Word...we are starting on a material this friday. a book titled "Kissing Dating Goodbye" its about handling relationships with people not necessary couples..but ya..keeping relationships well in God's direction la. Its not going to be easy i guess..still recovering..

Hmmz..i graduating soon...Thinking of whether to get a higher diploma...then can shorten my Uni life..can also cut down on Uni expenses....well thats another story for another time...

2005-01-06T19:12:00.000-08:00

I am updating my blog now...heh

Yesterday in SE cell..Jon C was sharing abt gifts..Gifts in each and every one of us.
"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." (James 1:17)
Some people know what their gifts are, and some don't. We normally dun see any gifts in us..and even doubt we have gifts...But sometimes we dun admit that something in us is a gift...example being a talkative person? can be a gift..a good listener?..
Gifts are seen by others..and when a number of people tell u abt the same good point u have..There! that may be ur gift!

No gift is too small or too big..everybody have different gifts and those are given by of heavenly Father..Take for example, an Action Figure....An action figure can have these particular weapons...which he is good at using...Whereas another Action Figure comes with another type of weapon..might be a smaller one..but it is equally useful. :) Hope u understand what i meant..haha...

hmmz..sch is gonna start! New Sem, new texts..haiz...boring...nvm..still got a few months more before i have my final attachment...Oh no! and i'm going for medical checkup on Feb 28! so fast!!!
ok i shall update it again...yup again...soon..till then..

2005-01-02T04:14:00.000-08:00

Hi readers i'm back online agaiN! heez..ok..spent my new year in sentosa working as crew for the countdown! hha..earning some extra allowances! expected attendance was 20000 but on that day itself attendance was abt 4000 only...MediaCorp and Sentosa made a loss on that day...due to the rain and also the Tsunami Waves. Actually they should cancel that party! but anyway..business terms..the show has to go on..and it went on..

Ok..after working i reached home abt 6am..early..slept till afternoon and go the first youth service (the 4th service). was great! haiz...i wanna play in that service in future...i hope i will have that apportunity...

A new year, new resolutions, new hopes and new expectations! Now to me, the purpose in clear but the directions and the details are not, will continue to seek to find. Doors are slowly opening to me...opportunities are here....all i have to do is to have faith and just serve! But god be with me..need strenght.
Missions..missions...missions...have been appearing more often eversince i asked for more confirmations. I was afraid to make mistakes..but i guessed God is showing me...This is it!!! This is the ministry He wants me to be in...but where? when? well..these questions are to be reveal along the walk with christ...now I must be prepared! to do the work.

I was saddened by the numbers of deaths caused by the killer waves..its increasing everyday..Aceh and Sri Lanka...my heart feels for both countries...What have they done to deserve all these? They are suffering and barely have enough! why must this be happening to them? God i really think I should deserve all these...the waves can rise from East Coast and drown SIngapore.! Arent we sinners too?
no..i must not question..for God knows what he is doing..and has his own reasons.

Guys! we are lucky to be safe..let us do something for the people affected and start praying...that thru this God's glory can be seen by millions...and the Love of Christ can be felt at times like such! May his Glory shine forever and ever..Amen.

2004-12-22T19:44:00.000-08:00

ok! Time is flying so fast! argh!! right now in pacific coffee using com. Haiz..home com still infected with WORMS...shit..Choy told me to use insecticide to kill it..What the..!?
ok...holidays are all going well...meet new ppl and stuff, not forgetting christmas programmes like caroling, gift exchange and etc...Oh ya..ppl if u are reading this..Pls come for Church Of Our Saviour christmas event! Presenting....................The Musical.........."From Heaven's Throne" Yeah! hhaa..its awesome i think..ok..the timing are 23rd-7pm, 24th-7pm, 25th-8.30am and 11am. (if i'm not wrong) yup...ppl if u wanna come call me or sms...Its a good experience...totally cool. This week...wil be quite busy..meeting ppl...carol...band jam. yup..but it will be all fuN! Yup! i'm so very satisfied...finally finally...completed buying presents for the ppl in my list! hmmz...i would say each gift is unique..to suit each person..haha..Hey its hard to achieve that !!! ok..i shall go wait for josh now...then go cell together! haha...

(ok..i've updated my blog...ppl dun complaiN!! hahah)

2004-11-25T15:51:00.000-08:00

LOL's camp have come to an end....3 days flew past so quickly. i joined the camp only on the second day...cos i still have lessons in school...holidays only starts on 12 dec. The camp was great! its good to see my frens again...yup i made new frens too. and got to know some people better...the relationships in LOL has definately grew stronger! The games were also fun but i missed it. Anyway...hope to see them in church on sunday! ...and i hope i have the time to join them for the next camp.

These days...busy busy..been busy with project submissions and presentation..which will be on tml..argh! so nervous..next week will be exams! so stressful..I'm already in the holiday mood! maybe frens ard me are having holidays...haiz..cant wait for these 2 weeks to past quickly!
Cant wait for holidays!! i want to catch up with frens whom i haven talk to for a long time...and some church members..hehe. yup
During times like these i pray that God will guide me thru all these and strengthen me.
ok..got to go back to work..till then. :-)

2004-11-20T14:00:00.000-08:00

These days.. reading 2 books..."Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren and a Missionary Book "Jim Elliot", Heroes Of the Faith. Its very very interesting.!.i see my purpose unfolds day by day...and applying what i've learnt to my life...
Somehow..i felt that God is trying to tell me that my purpose is "Missions"...hmmz..well i like travel..From Sonic Edge cell, i've learnt that God uses your interests to do his will..woow...some thoughts came to me.."can this be true?" "God are you speaking to me?" "Is this what u want me to do?" and "Lord i have no experience". I've been going to Sonic Cell regularly....and everytime there will be a guest speaker talking about gifts and purpose of life...where..... each of us with unqiue gifts will serve HIM in different places..we will have a calling..to do His will...some will be called to be pastors, missionaries, teachers...etc...I felt that God is trying to equip us now to be prepare to go out of our comfort zone..He is "hitting" me and made me wonder what my purpose is..and i've been seeking! the bible says..."seek and you shall find" ! True enough..i've somehow got a vision and a direction to go..but i felt i still need confirmation and i need to equip myself by knowing the Word and learning from others who have experience..yup and those books i'm reading help me too! That Missionary book "Jim Elliot" was given to me as a birthday gift..Eileen said she felt that God wanted her to give me that book..Again, the good Lord certainly knows what we are going thru and i didnt even tell Eileen what my vision was and what i've been thinking about! how amazing!

I'm very excited to do my purpose in future..U know...When one sees life as a temporary assignment, he will no worry about what he will eat, wear or have...i'm still learning..haha.i fall for those nice houses along farrer road..haha so nice..and i used to say i'll study hard and earn lots to have one of the houses there..ever since 14 years of age.
But well..God told me that all these will not last..Jim Elliot said "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose"
Its not easy...i can type all these but i am still flawed ..especially when i do not come from a very rich family..But its true all these dun last..
..when i look forward to eternity! there will be treasures for us! God will reward us accordingly...and it will last forever and ever.
Yuup! i'll update again soon..

2004-11-09T13:30:00.000-08:00

Sitting in the library, thinking of my appointments in the evening. Its been a long time since i met my Sec Sch frens..wondering will there be major changes in them...Its good to meet up once in a while, catching up with them. 5 more mins and i'll be going to class..Some holidays are coming up! a longer weekend..Yay.
heez...ok...i think i'll jus stop here..got to run.

2004-11-04T14:45:00.000-08:00

Listening to Massive Attack-tear drop...now..hmmz..today i didnt go school...wasted 3 hours in the stupid time consuming poly clinic..Well, no choice no money to see private doctor.
Later gonna get tixs with the boys to go KL..HAHA!
These days, wanna thank GOd for straightening out my life with Him and also blessing me abundantly.
Heez..My big day is coming...cant wait...dun even know whats gonna happen? Who will i meet? alll i know i still have to go school on Sat..really crappy.
so many ppl are celebrating their big day in Nov..haa..dates like 5,6,7,8 and also next week 13.
God bless u all.

Argh...Kai and Chalk are bz in school...Kai final year NUS..chalk also Nus..haiz..no time to commit in the band yet..well i really hope we can come together and do smth soon.

2004-10-28T14:29:00.000-07:00

Hello Norway!

Tomorrow the Royal family of Norway will be coming to my school to witness the sale of Norweigan Salmon.
not much infomation given to the students..but we were told to me in our best behaviour..(haha Duh!) My teacher was teasing us..telling to hope that the Queen of Norway have eyes on us..so we can be a potential Prince or Princess..haha..anyway..more updates tomorrow la..

2004-10-28T14:20:00.000-07:00

ok...After going through 8 lessons of Dean Sherman talks on handling relationship over the past 2 months. I have a clearer picture and better understand of "I love you" and "I Lust you"...a selfish act which is not of God. Below are some general points, i've learnt from the teaching and I want to share it with you, my friends.

A Dating Philosophy

1) Avoid the dating sydrome (date just to date). because the dating culture has produced the divorce culture so always ask yourself, "What is the best way to get to know this person?"
I've learnt ..and i want to be a Human with value than just being a DATE.

2) Giving up my rights to sex and marriage. Giving it up to GOd , God can give it back as a privilege. If i have it as a right it will govern all my thinkings. I can only do this if i Trust GOd.
I can ask God to lead me to a very good person..who is good for me..but can I Trust Him?

3)Take time to develop non-romantic relationships. I've learnt to take time..not rushing into a relationship, not having a need to have a partner. Start out by enjoying groups. Be in context where deep relationship can be formed without tension and the awkwardness of romantic possibilities. Then you can marry a friend instead of a date! Breaking away from spending time with romantic person ONLY...or only be with people who have romantic attraction.

4) Getting myself free and straightened out is about being Free from SIN, Free from personality hang ups (e.g. treating people coldly, just being quiet and acting as though nothing has happened when theres a problem), giving higher priority to personality(personality development) and development than to date-ability.
-Childhood-development of character
-Adolescence-apprentice adult
-Adulthood-place of responsibilty

A Dating Progression

This one really hit me! God is speaking to me thru these..
1. Admit in honesty when i feel romantic attraction for the person (from the very beginning)...to minimise Hurt.
2.Seek the Lord. Ask if its right and ask for direction. If God says "No" trust that God knows best..because God is a loving God..he won't want you to be hurt either.
3.Making Jesus the Lord of My emotions. Dun be a emotional prositute..yes the word is "prositute" by giving emotions away to people who is maybe e.g. cute, pretty, smiles at you and etc. In other words...dun just freely give your emotions away..until God says YES.
4.Submitting and communicate my relationship to an Objective. (non emotionally involved) person. Pastor, Parents or mentors.
5.Communicate with my partner. communicating in the right timing, communicate wisely and unselfishly( don't shock or manipulate) and communicate continually.
6.Determine to please God (most important)

Every problem in the world is a problem of relationship..If you dun relate well, you are part of the problem.
Thinking highly of yourself than you ought to think is a problem..which leads to PRIDE.
why a relationship fails? because someone is thinking highly of oneself than they ought to think.
The only antidote to Pride is Humidity. Thinking with sober judgement.
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I thank God for showing me all these. God is still speaking to me..thru the cell group..and the teaching..
There is so much to learnt..Now i truely understand what is being thirsty for more, being desperate for HIM, being filled up. I am still deciding the right time to go for "Hardcore" deliverance...I know i must be prepared or else i wun be able to take it...Kev has gone through it..and i can see he is a happier person now..Love this Brother..i've yet to experience the burden taken off me..feeling light..after deliverance.I trust that God will tell me the right time as i Seek.
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Kev, Josh, Gerald and Me plan to go to malaysia for a short holiday..in the coming Nov...haha..well..planning is going quite smoothly..kev said the trip is confirmed..We are all quite excited about it...haha.

2004-10-26T01:36:00.000-07:00

Just decided to post something on the blog.. haha so many interesting happenings in the past few days..but too little time to blog. My computer at home is also not in good working condition...cant even get online. I miss going online and chatting with friends on MSN..but well think i'm getting used to it...dun really have the urge to go online everytime. haha.. will hear frm me again..till then! au revoir.

2004-10-11T22:07:00.000-07:00

Hmmz...I had an enjoyable weekend! now trying to recall everything and want to blog about it..ok here it goes.

8 Oct 2004, Friday
Go Electrico!

After school... went to hang out with Kev, joshua and Gerald..we had BK at ORchard emerald..cos Electrico will be performing at Rouge, a club just down the ally way near orchard emerald. We saw Desmond at the door of the club, had a little chat with him..Wow haha...now he is a rockstar, bassist of Electrico! but still as friendly! hehe. Abel finally came and joined us too...We entered the club. It was so crowded, Pugjelly was there too..but didnt get a chance to talk to them..anyway..we managed to make our way thru the crowd and got a space infront! a great time we had..jus feeling to the music and put all things aside..Electrico was great! The girls infront were also screaming haha..Desmond also did bodysurfing..everyone was jus losing themselves! Electrico definately a "Crowd killer" haha..
After the gig..we went for Prata...kev drove us to AA 24 hours muslim coffeeshop..we laughed and had so much fun. We all reached home abt 2am..

9 OCt 2004, Saturday
Spending time with the band.

Another school day..went to school for Practical cooking..we made chicken stock, beef stock and Fish stock! well..it is essential..cos stocks are the foundation of all cooking..a flavouring agent, knowledge acquired.
In the afternoon, went to settle some problems for my handphone and also very stressed about some stuff..glad that was all over now.
Later in the evening..again i went to meet joshua, kev and gerald..we went to SUntec..and had SUbway Sandwiches! yum!!! and sat down at some corner of Suntec and chatted. While walking in Suntec i thought i saw some familiar faces..oh well..
hehe
Being a good fren of the Band, One authority. They tried to make the their Groupie President..to lure all the girls and support them...haiz. But they were jus joking la. haha..

10 Oct 2004, Sunday
Big Sushi Eater Challange!

A day the Lord has made! refresh.. a brand new day! Met joshua at Serangoon..went to church together..after church ..met kev and the rest of Sonic Edge..hang out at the Shop..feeling lazy..and then kev, josh and me went to borders..Later in the evening..we met nigel, went to had sushi at Forum Genki Sushi! haha..Kev came out with a stupid idea of sushi challange! whoever eats the least plates of sushi will for all beverages including the warm sakae. haha haa...Well i played smartly..played by plate trying not to be the last but also not be the one leading..which may lead to puking..In this game..rice must be included..that means no ordering of sushi or dishes which doesnt include rice. Well..we were all at our peak of eating..in the end Nigel vomitted..ahah..phew..the bill wasnt cheap too..it costs us $130+++ for 4 persons..heartpain also la..haiz..anyway..we had fun and satisfied.haha

11 Oct Monday.

Now as i am blogging..i am in kev's house..Joshua and Gerald are also here..chilling..and they are also practicing the songs the wrote..i am jus listening to their Live..or rather unplugged...hahaha well..and also controlling the Metronome, online la ..to guide them with the beat.haha soon i'm going home...maybe read some notes and revise on what i'm learnt in school today...haiz..another day passed..God bless my Week and Yours!!!! take care readers..till then! ":)

2004-10-08T13:30:00.000-07:00

Ok..decided to do some blogging after so long..
Now, i'm having my lunch break..morning passed smoothly..going to have lessons on "Foods" later..learning about spices and herbs. Tonight most probably going to "Electrico" CD Album launch..yup..giving support to Desmond and the other boys who just came back from Austraila...They are quite popular now..their music is even playing on-air...that is like the dream of every local band. Its good to have people contributing to local Music Scene. Good On ya Electrico!

Shucks..i took pics during Insomia 48...went down for the exibit..all my efforts were wasted!!! went to develop and only 1 pic turn out quite all right...and the rest were exposed!!! woah!!! and it cause me $6.30 to develop that 1 stupid pic! well..forget it.

Read some people blogs..hmmz haven been catching up with them...seems like they are all doing fine...all the best..

Oh no..its lesson time..and i'm late! ok..till then..

2004-09-25T04:48:00.000-07:00

Wow!!! THIS is super ultimate!! amusing..hahahhahaa! I got this from another blog..hmmz..It seems like somebody voiced out about what he felt about this...haha...well..i ever thought of it too..haha.some seemed to be true..:) hah..

::Dear [name of a boy],

it has come to my attention that you have been selected as a potential student of ACS(I). We are indeed pleased to welcome you to our big family. However, there are a few improvements that have to be made for you to be qualified to be one of us.

Firstly, your physical appearance needs alteration.
According to our school's tradition, our attire includes:
1. spiked hair
2. pants worn on the hips
3. almost completely hidden socks
4. shirts not tucked in properly etc.Furthermore, you must have bushy eyebrows and tan skin to be eligible. Thus, we would appeal that you make this changes ASAP.

Secondly, other than outward appearance, what goes on inside is crucial as well. We adhere struictly to our 3 acts: Act Cool, Act Attitude and Act Poser, stressing on poser-ism as the basis of our image.

Act cool: All ACSI students are required to be adept in pretending to be cool in the way bimbos will fall for the trick, even though it is obviously not the proper definition of "cool". We do not want our students to be cool but to ACT cool.
This will include mannerisms like acting nonchalant and pompous that will create the false impression that ACSI guys are indeed very desirable and good looking.

Act attitude: Due to the fact that bimbos absolutely love attitudal guys, we emphasise strongly on pretending to have attitude in our boys. You will hence have to act like a very bad person when you are in fact an insecure and deprived person.

Act poser: AS this is the trademark of our school, it will require no further explanation.To adhere to our school's motto "The best is yet to be", we require you to stop getting good results in school especially in the area of literature, as this opposes our motto.

You will hence need to go out more with bimbos, have fun, screw around and be less concerned with your studies.Your Chinese grades need to be extremely poor and you will have to hate it a lot.
In other words, you must forget all your roots and be a perfect banana.
You are also required to be rich to avoid being ostracised and looked down upon in our school. More emphasis will also be put on sports to create the false impression that ACSI guys are all rounders.
We look forward to your joining our huge ACS family and we certainly do believe you have the potential, judging by your bimbo attracting qualities prevalent in all our students. We believe that with more posing, despising Chinese and acting, you can definitely be an outstanding representation of ACSI.

yours sincerely,
PrincipalAnglo Chinese School (Independent)

2004-09-21T22:58:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 21 Sep

Work was good today...did nothing..slacked. Tomorrow will be busy..at work...got to turnover the restaurant for a function later at night.
Jus came back from swim...body is aching..pushed myself to the limits..heh..really hope to fatten up abit. more.

Right...went to Apple Centre last sunday with Gordon..Saw the new G5 and fall in Love with the powerbook. Well i dun mind a ibook also..haha..as school projects are gonna be a killer..so i need a perfect technology to cope with it..hehe...on the other hand for relaxing..The apple can be used to make music...sounds..love it..Electronic!

Very into Electronic music these days...nope!..dun get the wrong idea of Techno(cant stand it), eurobeats, darkbeats..and blah blah..Well..hard to explain..an electronic genre la..dunno how to put it. hmml...u can check out the bands..like The postal service(one of my fav), Massive Attack and Silicon Sounds..(local electronic band)..These are wat i'm into these days...of cos there are many more..somehow gives me inspiration to create such music and sounds...

"Massive Attack"...kev intro them to me..hehe.and i was joking abt it..saying it sounds like some title for some Techno album...haha..those on TV..hhaa..Its gooood..super good..their sounds..are fusion of jazz, pop, instrumental..
I like the sounds of keyboards and drum beats..
Shall go hunt for their album in the coming weekends..heh.

ok...i'm done..SO how do u feel today? hmmz?

2004-09-21T01:12:00.000-07:00

Blur Blur...Hur ...Hur
Have not been online for abt a week...jus finished clearing my mails. Still depressed over some issues..blur blur sial...
Counting the days till my attachment ends..Treasuring everyday that the LOrd has made. Hmmz..My last week in attachment...how time flies..wil never get attached to the same place again.

The skies are so beautiful these days..even at night..the moon and the stars..very good for photography..inspirations..inspired..again and again..!!! too bad i dun have my cam with me..haiz...plus the mooncakes festival is on..street lamps by the river were converted into lanterns..of different colours..so niceee!!

Last friday after work, I sat by the SIngapore River munching on watermelon and oranges under the moonlit stary sky..Mark accompanied me..haha..had a good time chatting. AS we were walking i saw a Shooting Star!!! flew passed! so fast!! it flew passed the Old victorian tower clock! I made a wish...and said a prayer..hmmz..wondering whether my wish will come true..Its the first time i saw a shooting star live..hehez..thank god for all the beautiful things in the world.

Today..jus came back from a swim..feeling tired...leg cramped just now..now gonna crash the bed...hoping to dream of something good tonight..hope so la..so tt i'll be cheery tml morning..

Random stuffs
Feel like i could cry, fall upon my knees. Find a way to hide...

"thank u Kum again.." haha!

2004-09-14T11:47:00.000-07:00

Had a Practical Exam today...Carved Orange (Showmanship), Mixed Cocktail, Gin IT, Did a "Flambe" Crepe Suzette and Creative Dessert...All went well..except the carving.haiz..So it pulled my marks down..Teacher said i was close in getting a Distinction...haiz..Well..its over...I wanna thank those who prayed for me..Thank u guys..Shank u very nice..

Jialat...everyday so emo...so teary...cant control...well, again looking forward to weekends, where i can find peace and rest in the Lord..Have been reading "purpose driven life" a gift frm mummy..i've commited myself into it...hoping that it will change me in 40 days...tts what the book says..God does spiritual changes in 40 days..heez..yup...Auntie also bought me a necklance with a cross...I was surprised!! its gold..pure..woah.

Yup..life have been quite ok la..except for emo part...till then again...

2004-09-13T23:43:00.000-07:00

Was busy the last few days..Did sound on saturday...the whole day frm 8.30am to 10pm...was tiring but fun...Learnt many different types of dance...Threatre, ballet, musicial, break dancing...seen it all!! amazed by it..Reached home quite late, and woke up early the next day sunday.

Sunday
Played for main service...it was a special day on Sunday. Youth day for chinese youths..there were also a dance performed by the girls in the youth. Very good performance...
There was also a short video clip about how the Youth group have grown over all these years..Saw the video with the "shalomers", now some of them moved over to a new church. Wonderful memories...i regretted why i didnt cherish those days..didnt really get to know the ex shalomers...Now is abit too late..as some of them are not in same church anymore.
After church.went out with kev and nigel. outing was ok....We went to have dinner in Marche..food was great..hmmz..me and kev agreed that it will be a good place to bring that "special someone" for a meal, casual dining...heez

I was feeling quite emo..teared when i was walking home that day...went to my room and tears started flowing out..that feeling....When one misses someone..but on the other hand he dunno how to tell her..that how much he feels for her...he also dare not to voice out or even to talk to her...All he knows is She's sweet, been there for him, like an Angel..during times when he was down...
She brings a smile to His face....He is happy to see her being happy..

2004-09-10T02:42:00.000-07:00

Dashboard Confessionals- The Best Deceptions

I heard about your trip.
I heard about your souveneirs.
I heard about the cool breeze in the cool nights
And the cool guys
That you spent them with.

I guess I should have heard of them from you
I guess I should have heard of them from you

Don't you see, don't you see,
That the charade is over?
And all the "best deceptions"
And the "clever cover story" awards
Go to you.
So kiss me hard cause this'll be the last time that I let you.
You will be back someday,
And this awkward kiss that tells of other people's
lips
Will be of service
to giving you away.

I heard about your regrets.
I heard that you were feeling sorry.
I heard from someone that you wished you could
Set things right between us.

I guess I should have heard of that from you
I guess I should have heard of that from you

So don't you see, don't you see,
That the charade is over?
And all the best deceptions
And the clever cover story awards
Go to you.
So kiss me hard cause this'll be the last time that I let you.
You will be back someday,
And this awkward kiss that screams of other people's
lips
Will be of service
to giving you away.
to giving you away.

I'm waiting for blood
To flow to my fingers
I'll be all right when my hands get warm.
Ignoring the phone,
I'd rather say nothing,
I'd rather you never heard my voice.
You're calling too late,
Too late to be gracious.
And you do not warrant long good-byes.

You're calling too late,
You're calling too late.

2004-09-10T02:34:00.000-07:00

What A DAY!
Its 2.15am, friday morning...Early in the evening i went swimming again..had fun...a good workout..releases all my stress after a day's work!..ahh.
Then drove to Josh's house...Attended "One Authority" jamming sessions...song in the making "bitter butterfly"..was good! guitars harmonizing...with the help of some effects..(Kev's Toys) throughout the whole jamming session..i've seen the gradual improvement....different types of riffs coming into different verses...and adding more "colours" into the song..Getting the band to have the same concept of the song allows them to coordinate well. I saw how josh organized some stuffs with the band...hmm learnt alot..
Was fun...ended off with a word of prayer...then we were off to supper...Gerald went home..cos it was late...We had a few prata..then came back to kev's place..stayover..and will go to work frm here tml...

Hmmz...motivated...must brush up my skills...really..I've asked for this gift frm God..now its me to make full use of it...to glorify His name by forming a band with some guys..(i hope so)
That leads..to me a few years back...a few of us formed a band.."9 Fruits"..but it didnt turn out too well..it didnt last..Got to start somewhere...

Yup thats all for today...Thanks for reading..

2004-09-07T00:03:00.001-07:00

Haven been bloggin for some time...nope..not really busy...but computer isnt working properly. Been going swimming most of the time after work..a time to relax and keep fit. Just came back from swimming...feeling great. Attachment is gonna end soon...so are my practical exams...they are approaching..nervous..A part of me want to go back to school...a part of me want to stay..hmmz pros and cons..Well all i need is more time..for my commitments..yupz.

Days, weeks, Months..passed..well...i think just look on the brighter sight. Was reading my daily bread this morning..its about giving glory to god in whatever u do..even when at work..trying to learn how..cos ive been complaining about the hours..heez...also recently felt that i need to start doing quiet time...Frequently! what is a relationship without commitments and communication with God? Yup..those daily bread really encourage me everyday...

Somehow..these days..i feel that i have no more friends..its like losing something...but dun really know whats missing..hmmz...abit confused..
Maybe friends do really drift apart? how about dropping an anchor to prevent further drifting? jus some effort..or gone forever? Friends? its really sad...

Have been hanging out with a few close friends though...those whom i know..for about 6 years or more..chilling out..sharing about one's life..laughing at jokes...watching super funny movie...like "herold and Kumar" haha. really funny...

This week seems to be a busy week again...Work...on weekends..Church music practice on sat...Helping out in Sound for Sue Lynn.. Sunday, going down to NEW CHURCH to hear missionaries share their experiences..Yup...serving God is sure fun and good..Cant wait for the weekend to come again..to find rest and peace in His presence, after every hectic week, a time to put all my troubles and all those stress on God's hand..Not our Burden....Have been attending Morning serivces for quite some time...will be quite frequent..cos i really like the morning's Praise and Wordship..and also the sermons are in English which i have a better understanding for me to grow spiritually..

till then...

2004-09-07T00:03:00.000-07:00

2004-09-01T14:17:00.000-07:00

Now....

Listening to Mars Volta...random thoughts running through my head...feeling very down...jus thought of typing a few more words before i go...
Really want to rely on God to take me through all these...Lord carry me in ur arms...i will hold on to you...i must try. I dun want to fall...Strengthen me with your holy spirit...i thank you Lord. Amen.

2004-09-01T13:50:00.000-07:00

Life like this...

Past few days have been busy...with work, church and some personal activities...keeping myself fit.

Yesterday was teacher's day celebration held in school...I was called back from the outlets, to help in school..everyone in the committee must be there. Yup it was fun..better than being in the outlets..there were games and BBQ organised for the teachers..we (committee) helped in the games..and it was fun to see the the teachers being like childish once again...haa.It all ended around 8pm...yup a fun but tiring day...i went to swim after that too..heez..

Well something Tragic happened yesterday too...people jumping onto the MRT tracks..! i was in Bukit Batok MRT station..on my way to school..When i heard a weird screeching sound of the Train..until when my friend told me there were lots of police in the station..About 7.50pm...there another person jump onto the tracks of Redhill MRT..I felt it was getting creepy..2 person jumping onto Tracks on the same day? and its the 7th month...bizzare.
Well it was really very inconvienant for people who rely on the MRT to travel..I got no choice but to take 111 to douby ghaut. While in the bus...there were so many people at queestown waiting for bus! u know..i was sitting on the double decker bus..and i can see so many people ...reminded me of ants...haa..

Been rather down lately....wanting to express myself but it seems that there are no suitable person to share it with...people seems to be avoiding me..not being how they were before..Looking at other people's life going so smoothly, so happily.. makes me wonder are they pretending to be happy? My tears fall..
Feeling rejected....But i thank God for the miniority...of true friends..who were there to comfort, to share, to let me know there is someone who cares..Guess what they are not believers! How about the rest? those who are here to stay? Reveal yourself!