I'll spread my wings...

27/11/2011

2011-12-31T06:02:00.001-08:00

Elaine Tan Shi En.

<3

:)

1 year

2011-10-28T09:20:00.000-07:00

It has been one year now since I came back from Malaysia to my homeland.

To be honest, I really really miss Malaysia a lot. Hoping and praying for open doors to come back permanently. Surprisingly there has been a few job offers from my friends to come and work for them. Pretty cool, but God, is that what You want?

Crossroads are... scary.

Oh, and to add up, it's the annual 40 days. :)

20 Roses

2011-10-09T21:39:00.000-07:00

One fine day, while you are walking to your boyfriend's/girlfriend's house, you stumbled upon two rose bushes. One is filled with white, another is filled with red. You decide to pick 20 roses for him/her.

What color combination do you choose?
(Any combination including all one color is fine, as long as it reaches 20)

Elaine

2011-09-29T04:16:00.000-07:00

This post is dedicated to you

Elaine :)

The first dinner we both had together with Dennis :)

One of the few pictures we took together :p

Happy Birthday Elaine Tan Shi En
The most precious puzzle piece of my heart

I love you

Matthew 5:43-44

2011-09-19T10:19:00.000-07:00

'Nuff said :)

3 years

2011-09-12T17:21:00.000-07:00

My blog is officially 3 days & 3 years old!

I shall finally name my blogpage... E.M.

who in the world actually gives name to their blog @@

::celebrates with E.M. by treating 'her' with an upcoming new design::

::E.M. rejoices::

Life

2011-09-06T13:47:00.000-07:00

Life.

Life just entered into a new door. A door of new beginnings, of a new season, a new phase.

Life looks back, glancing at the past for one last time.

Life hesitates awhile.

Life reflects back at all that has happened.

Life is in deep thoughts.

Life recalls moments. Memorable ones. Ones that has made a significant impact to life itself. Some, wished to forgotten, some wished to relived.

Life gives a big sigh. A sigh that signifies that it is time to move on. A sigh that shows there the past is the past, and that time is a merciless, unstoppable adversary that fears no one.

Life smiles. An uncomfortable smile, yet with an assurance that everything will be fine.

Life looks on ahead with a determined look.

To be continued.

People

2011-09-04T12:13:00.000-07:00

As we go on in life, we all have met hundreds, if not, thousands of people.

From our Kindergarten years -> Primary School -> Secondary School -> College -> Workplace -> Retirement.

Certainly, it's not rocket science to know the fact that people come and go.

There are those that stay and remain ever so close to you, yet there are also those that somehow just disappear from your life just like how a crafty thief sneaks in and out of someone's house.

Thus, ask yourself.

Who are those that have remained as an integral part of your life?
Who are those that you know are kept in that very special place in your heart?

I've found mine. Have you? :)

Accident (Parody)

2011-08-31T20:40:00.000-07:00

Revelation Song

2011-08-30T12:13:00.000-07:00

Why Women Cry

2011-08-28T08:39:00.000-07:00

A little boy asked his mother, "Why are you crying?" "Because I'm a woman , " she told him.

"I don't understand , " he said. His Mom just hugged him and said , "And you never will."

Later the little boy asked his father , "Why does mother seem to cry for no reason?"

"All women cry for no reason , " was all his dad could say.

The little boy grew up and became a man , still wondering why women cry...

Finally he put in a call to God. When God got on the phone , he asked , "God , why do women cry so easily?"

God said,

"When I made the woman she had to be special.

I made her shoulders strong enough to carry the weight of the world, yet gentle enough to give comfort..

I gave her an inner strength to endure childbirth and the rejection that many times comes from her children.

I gave her a hardness that allows her to keep going when everyone else gives up , and take care of her family through sickness and fatigue without complaining.

I gave her the sensitivity to love her children under any and all circumstances , even when her child has hurt her very badly.

I gave her strength to carry her husband through his faults and fashioned her from his rib to protect his heart.

I gave her wisdom to know that a good husband never hurts his wife , but sometimes tests her strengths and her resolve to stand beside him unfalteringly.

And finally , I gave her a tear to shed. This is hers exclusively to use whenever it is needed."

"You see my son , " said God , "the beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears , the figure that she carries , or the way she combs her hair.

The beauty of a woman must be seen in her eyes , because that is the doorway to her heart - the place where love resides."

To all the woman out there, this is for you :)

Cookies

2011-08-26T19:06:00.001-07:00

One thing I'd never get bored of eating.

Forever Alone (Parody)

2011-08-25T09:51:00.000-07:00

KPC (Kay/Keh/Ke Po/Poh Chi)

2011-08-21T17:10:00.000-07:00

A new profound revelation I received by a friend.

Apparently being 'KPC' makes you a good pastor.

Clouds

2011-08-20T18:29:00.000-07:00

I've always wondered last time as a boy..

Could we possibly eat clouds?
How would they taste like? Hmm. Cotton Candy perhaps?

Well, the closest a person could ever literally 'eat' a cloud would be to go Genting Highlands.. or just climb Mount Kinabalu (or any hills/mountains as high as that).

Hey... now this got my curious brain thinking again.
How would a rainy cloud taste like? Or even better, the ones that jolt out lightning bolts?

Hmm.

Tears

2011-08-19T17:13:00.000-07:00

Tears.

They are precious.

The expression upon grief, sadness, disappointment, anger, joy.
The epitome of a human's feelings. The benchmark for the ultimate emotion reaction.

Their value? Priceless.

Thus, I say it again,

Tears.

They are precious.

Off Days

2011-08-18T04:58:00.000-07:00

My two precious days of the week.

Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Both slipping away from my hands within a blink of an eye :(

Please, oh please come back to me... umm.. I'll treat both of you TGI Fridays? :)

Lesson of the Day

2011-08-16T00:46:00.001-07:00

Do not close your eyes and lie down late at night when you know you are not supposed to sleep yet.

I'm really sorry dearest. Haagen Daz Green Tea Ice-Cream next time okay?

Wish

2011-08-11T19:10:00.000-07:00

I wish. I wish. I wish and I wish. Keep on wishing and wishing for things to unfold. Keep on wishing and wishing for things to improve for the better. Not just for how things are at the moment, but also as me as a person.

Journey

2011-08-09T00:29:00.000-07:00

One thing I personally can testify, is that the never-ending faithfulness and how true God is in my life.

I've learned not to worry for what is ahead, for He is there to always lead and guide me towards the destination He has placed. No matter how hazy the future may be, no matter how uncertain things are at the moment, fret not.

He's there. ::smiles::

Love

2011-07-17T19:19:00.000-07:00

I've never been so... in love this deep before.

So thankful and sometimes feel unworthy of such affection from an amazing girl. I wish you could read this and know how much you mean to me :)

Thank you, Ms. E.

Encouragement

2011-04-28T08:00:00.000-07:00

Encouragement = Words + Actions x Love

Breakthroughs

2011-04-17T11:44:00.001-07:00

Breakthroughs can only happen when you are faced with the situation to overcome it.

Appreciate

2011-04-10T03:32:00.000-07:00

Open up your eyes and see,
Whom was always there for thee.

Reality

2011-04-07T11:44:00.000-07:00

What is waiting just a mere few years when you would be spending the rest of your lifetime with the right person?

Thoughts

2011-04-03T03:12:00.001-07:00

I talk best when I listen.

Resurrection...literally,

2011-04-02T09:47:00.000-07:00

Kev : How's studies?
Jo : Bio good, but Chem and Phy die
Kev : If Jesus can resurrect the dead, He can resurrect your dead subjects also
Jo : Wahh nice!

Fly me to the moon....

2011-03-30T09:49:00.000-07:00

.... (the continuation would obviously be) and let my play among the stars.

Logically speaking, how am I supposed to play the stars if I'm bound on the airspace shuttle towards the moon?
Plus, there aren't ANY nearby STARS at all! Most of them are millions and billions of light years away from the moon.

Song lyrics. Haha. Creative yet so illogical.

::rants::

That's what friends are for :)

2011-02-09T07:31:00.001-08:00

Elycia Lee says (11:27 PM)
Yup, and I prayed for you that your things are in order so that you can start work soon

I know you are anxious to begin
hahaha

Kevin † says (11:27 PM)
oh mann
Elycia Lee says (11:27 PM)
Patience, bro
Night.
Kevin † says (11:27 PM)
thats like the nicest thing anyone could do for me now
)))))))
thanks so much ely!!
gnites!!
Elycia Lee says (11:27 PM)
No worries.
Night.

Hiatus

2010-12-29T06:22:00.001-08:00

I'm so so so sorry. Won't be so active blogging nowadays.

Anyways, wishing everyone here a great 2011 ahead!

Handsome/Pretty

2010-12-01T09:26:00.001-08:00

Jolene Lew says (1:22 AM)
O:
A is handsome!!
Kevin † says (1:22 AM)
A is pretty!!
O:

Random.

Hosting

2010-11-07T16:26:00.000-08:00

For the first time in my life, I'm having the privilege of hosting someone special...

And that is none other than...

SHIRLEY BOON!!!

So cool to have her here in the Philippines. Funny that I'm at Kenny Rogers using their WiFi that costs me about RM10.00 (I'm forced to buy the cheapest set meal available), while she is at the hotel sleeping while I'm blogging this.

Anyways, I believe it's gonna be an awesome time with her though it may be about 5 hours that we will spend time here with each other.

Oh, and not forgetting, I've gotten myself a HTC Wildire. Super-duper awesome smartphone indeed. It should really be publicized and marketing more throughout the world. Nevertheless, they did won the Smartphone of the Year award. Their products speaks louder than marketing, I suppose?

Oh well, time to write email reports to my leaders back in Malaysia.

Signing off! RAWR!

Settling down

2010-11-01T07:42:00.000-07:00

Back to my hometown again, the place I was born.

Not much has changed, except for the kids along the streets who have pretty much grew up.
Missing everyone in KL... gosh, how many times do I have to go through this same kind of feeling again?

Anyways, I'm very much decided with my decision to go Bible School now. Definitely there's no turning back now.

And so, I look to You. You know whats ahead of me. Take my hands and lead me all the way Papa.

Missed flight.

2010-10-26T23:00:00.001-07:00

Missed my flight today.

Interesting commotion at the airport.

Enjoying one more day here.

Nevertheless, life is a bliss.

Part The Seas

2010-10-13T11:49:00.000-07:00

So when I walk,
Through the desert,
Through the fire,
Through the storm.

When I'm weary,
And I'm tired,
Without the strength to move on...

You are here with me
Through the night
Like a pillar of fire
You will breathe in me new life

And I trust, that You will part the seas.

Shakespeare

2010-10-10T07:24:00.001-07:00

Flower in this purple dye,
Hit with Cupid's archery,
Sink in apple of his eye.

This is it

2010-10-03T07:38:00.000-07:00

I guess this is it for me here in Malaysia.

Will spend the remaining days here till the 27th as productive, fruitful and precious as possible..

Scared..

2010-09-30T07:45:00.001-07:00

Just sent an email reply to Pastor...

I'm scared. LOL.

100 Plus

2010-09-24T09:49:00.000-07:00

Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:12 AM):
eh kor
1.5L 100plus
how much ah?
LOL
Kevin † says (12:12 AM):
3.50
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:12 AM):
ohh k
Kevin † says (12:12 AM):
rm3.50 at kedai runcit
Kevin † says (12:13 AM):
rm4 at 7/11
if im not mistaken la
;D
u want?
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:13 AM):
okay
lol
Kevin † says (12:13 AM):
u buying now? O:
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:14 AM):
yeshhh
(:

And so, Jolene's dad went and buy for her the 100 Plus she wanted.....

15 minutes later......

Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:32 AM):
1.5L is the small bottle right?!
Kevin † says (12:33 AM):
LOL!
nOOOO
1.5L is the BIG one
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:33 AM):
YA MEH
LOLLL
3L ?
O__O
Kevin † says (12:33 AM):
uh
no such thing as 3L
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:33 AM):
WAIT
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:34 AM):
u serious ah
O:
Kevin † says (12:34 AM):
yeah
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:35 AM):
eh eh
1.5L really big bottle ah
Kevin † says (12:35 AM):
yeah
haha
cute
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:36 AM):
EH
1.5L really big 1 ah?
Kevin † says (12:36 AM):
yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhs

HAHAHA.

Blessing

2010-09-09T13:46:00.000-07:00

I am blessed with an awesome part-time job at Hilti - one that has a good pay, coupled with a great working environment, surrounded with friendly and ever cheerful colleagues, together with a superb boss..

And today, I was blessed with RM1000.

To those who have blessed me, I just want to tell you that I am really really thankful and grateful for such a blessing.. may what have been sown to me be sown back to you in return.

Thank You.

Times have changed..

2010-08-29T10:49:00.000-07:00

Reading back my previous blogposts, and reading the ones I've been posting lately...

I think I have changed.

The way I think, the way I talk, the way I feel, the way I look at things, for the better or for the good, that is up for people to decide.
But truly one thing remains the same in me,

The desire to be a blessing to others, and the passion to see people's lives changed for good.

:)

A conversation with a dude who has a crush on a rock chic...

2010-08-19T05:43:00.000-07:00

Daniel

damn

im really smiling now

lol

shikes

lets go pyramid

screw starcrafts

Me

LOL

why not

get her number

Daniel

no way!!

dats mission impossible

sure screw up or smthg

knt knt

damn

im acting like a high school girl

lol

LOL

u are man

ur acting as if

u just had the biggest crush of ur life

HAHH

Daniel

this is embarassing

LOL

Daniel

guitar chicks are damn hot

sigh

***Spoiler : Click on his name to find out who he is :p

Doing good..

2010-08-13T10:58:00.000-07:00

I find it a great JOY to help people :)

Basically.. it just feels GOOD! :D

2 Blur Case

2010-08-10T11:34:00.000-07:00

11/8/2010	2:24:36 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	mei ling
11/8/2010	2:24:42 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	u have roy's number?
11/8/2010	2:24:55 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	funny
11/8/2010	2:24:56 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	hahaha
11/8/2010	2:24:58 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	016-XXXXXX7
11/8/2010	2:25:00 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	why ah
11/8/2010	2:25:04 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	why funny O:
11/8/2010	2:25:25 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	im his gf n u ask whether i got his number!
11/8/2010	2:25:26 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	hahaha
11/8/2010	2:25:29 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	oOOPS
11/8/2010	2:25:31 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	of course
11/8/2010	2:25:33 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	right
11/8/2010	2:25:51 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	AHAAAAAaaaaaaaaaaaahaha.....
11/8/2010	2:25:54 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	=.=
11/8/2010	2:27:30 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	sorrrrrry
11/8/2010	2:27:34 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	i gave u my number
11/8/2010	2:27:36 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	HAHAHAHA
11/8/2010	2:27:37 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	paiseh
11/8/2010	2:27:42 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	01X-XXXXXXX
11/8/2010	2:27:45 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	HAHAHAHAHHAHAHA
11/8/2010	2:27:48 AM	mei ling	Kevin †	XP
11/8/2010	2:27:55 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	HAHAHAHAHHAAHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
11/8/2010	2:27:58 AM	Kevin †	mei ling	WoaH U JOKER

Choices

2010-08-09T11:12:00.000-07:00

It's true that whatever choices we make in life will ultimately lead us to our destiny..

Therefore choose them wisely ;)

Aww..

2010-07-30T11:44:00.001-07:00

elii (: says (2:37 AM):
okay
ure turn
hmmmm...
Kevin † says (2:39 AM):
my turn?
my turn to say myself?
yeeee
so vain
elii (: says (2:40 AM):
1. caring
2.funny
3.has a fettish for lions
4.incredibly awesome in guitar
5.very open
6.super duper AWESOME
7. a very great friend
8.downright awesome! (i've repeated awesome too many times, but it's true!)
9. helpful!
10.caring
LOL
LOL
LOL
Kevin † says (2:42 AM):
1 and 10 repeat lol
aiyo the awesome part
lol

A conversation between the master and his student..

2010-07-23T03:51:00.000-07:00

Kevin † says (6:27 PM):
its gonna be rm10 per person la btw
u think u can?
im already chipping in quite a lot lol
~*sharoN*~ says (6:32 PM):
yeap yeap
~*sharoN*~ says (6:33 PM):
although im quite broke but for U im ok wan
hahahah
Kevin † says (6:35 PM):
WOAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH 'for you i am ok wan'
*tears*
so touched

The Guitar

2010-07-14T06:01:00.000-07:00

"The guitar is the human soul sending a message through only six strings."

He who knows

2010-07-10T06:57:00.001-07:00

He who knows not, but knows not that he knows not is a fool; shun him.
He who knows not, but knows he knows not, is simple; teach him.
He who knows, but knows not that he knows, is asleep; wake him.
He who knows and knows that he knows, is a wise man; follow him.

23

2010-07-01T12:01:00.000-07:00

At the moment of his assassination, Caesar was stabbed 23 times.
The circulation of the blood through all the human body takes 23 seconds.
The number of articulation in the human arm is 23.
The 23 axioms of the geometry of Euclid.
The 23 days of the "physical" cycle in the biorhythm.
The ovule and the spermatozoon are composed both of 23 chromosomes.
Anniversary of marriage: weddings of clock.

The number 23 is used 14 times in the Bible, the 14 times in the OT.

....

I'm 23 already woo hoo! *random*

Before you..

2010-06-25T13:18:00.001-07:00

Before you speak - listen
Before you write - think
Before you invest - investigate
Before you criticize - wait
Before you pray - forgive
Before you quit - try
Before you retire - save
Before you die - give

Candles

2010-06-25T13:03:00.000-07:00

Candle of Hope

Four candles slowly burned
The ambience was so soft one could almost hear them talking
The first candle said "I am Peace"
"The world is so full of anger and fighting that nobody can keep me alight"
Then the candle of peace went out completely.
The the second candle said
"I am Faith"
"I am no longer indispensable
It does not make any sense that I stay awake one moment longer."
Then a breeze softly blew out Faith's flame.
Sadly the third candle began to speak
"I am Love"
"People don't understand my importance,
So they put me aside.
They even forget to love nearest to them.
I don't have the strength to stay alight"
And waiting no longer the candle of Love went out.
A child entered the room where the candles were
And saw that three of the candles were unlit.
"Why are you not burning?" said the child
"You are supposed to stay alight until the very end"
And the child was frightened and began to cry.
The the fourth candle said
"Don't be afraid. I am hope,
And while I am burning we can light the other candles"
With shining eyes the child took the candle of Hope
And lit the other candles.

The flame of Hope should never go out from your life,
And with Hope each of us can have a life
With Peace, Faith and Love.

Encouragements

2010-06-16T12:04:00.000-07:00

As much of an encourager i am...

...I need lots of encouragement too.

Selah

2010-06-10T08:52:00.000-07:00

My humblest, most earnest and sincere prayer..

Lord, anoint the hands of all my students that they may play good music to your ears, Father.

*strums...*

Selah.

Quote

2010-06-05T11:01:00.000-07:00

I believe in miracles,
because I believe in God

- Kathryn Kuhlman

On a mission to be a better cupid..

2010-05-22T09:28:00.000-07:00

I pray none of my targets will experience such FATE. HAHAHA!

Sweet guitar

2010-05-20T10:04:00.000-07:00

Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:49 AM):
i dun anything bout guitars
Kevin † says (12:49 AM):
right
Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ ⒿⓞⓁⓔⓝⒺ ⓁⒺⓦ says (12:49 AM):
except that they're super awesome and guys who play them are super sweet
LOL
Kevin † says (12:49 AM):
no one does anyways when they first tart
ahaha!
guys who play them are super sweet...
awww

EMO moments..

2010-05-06T12:50:00.000-07:00

Seems like when desperate times come, people just tend to ignore the advice or warning given and continue to do what they think is right which is supposed to be WRONG!

My words don't carry that much weight anymore eh? I'm beginning to think of why did I even bother being in your world in the first place. Waste of time, waste of money, waste of effort and energy. Anyway, I'll still wish you all the best of luck (you'll really need it anyways) getting your 'precious'.

Argh.

I'm disappointed.

The LORD is my Shepherd

2010-05-02T09:41:00.000-07:00

No matter what imperfections I have,
No matter how bad are my flaws,
No matter how ugly was my past..

The LORD is my shepherd.

Second Chance

2010-04-12T23:50:00.000-07:00

I know I screwed up. I know I've messed things up badly.

God,

Give me a second chance please.

Find me at the Cross..

2010-04-02T01:17:00.001-07:00

I'll walk with You in my heart
I'll walk with You in my heart

Find me at the Cross
Down on my knees

Thank You Lord for saving me.

Audition - Passed!

2010-03-24T11:16:00.000-07:00

I'm so happy to be in the worship team now! Gosh, was I really nervous when I was first called to perform by Abel...it's as if my heart was pounding like a machine-gun! But the moment I took hold of the guitar, I was able to keep a calm composure of myself, and the moment I started strumming the first line for the song 'Nothing Is Impossible', I was back to my normal self, playing as if I was simply practicing the song ;)

Before I'd even enter the verse, Abel stopped me and told the audience watching to applause for me. Was I so relieved then!! Later would I know that I'm selected for it.... and I'm still very happy and excited about it! Really have to give credits to all the great and awesome people that has been encouraging me and believing in me! If not for all of you, I don't think I'd have the same boldness and courage performing... you guys really rock!!

Anyways, before that Abel shared an AWESOME message that if not only me, touched everyone's heart. Along the great message that he was sharing, I still remember one of the subpoints that he shared, which was this :

Prepare first!! Don't prepare on your practice time, don't practice on your performance time!

So true eh? :)

>reminder to Kevin : Stop PROCRASTINATING

Buddies.Funny.

2010-03-22T00:10:00.001-07:00

Kevin † says:
at homee
++VU++ Dennis - Your's Truly Accountabilibuddy! says:
ok
goin now
see u in rm15
eh
Kevin † says:
rm15
nice
++VU++ Dennis - Your's Truly Accountabilibuddy! says:
i mean 15 mins!
HAHAHAHHAHAH
Kevin † says:
HAHAHHA

Animal language

2010-03-16T03:26:00.000-07:00

A very good and cute lil' friend of mine taught me some nice Animal language... Heh.

Mooo - I miss you
Miaoo - I hate you
Rawr - I love you

So to each and everyone of you ----- I RAWR YOU!!!!

Alarice

2010-03-09T09:53:00.000-08:00

.... Happy, I am.

'Sampat' Confessions

2010-02-26T02:00:00.000-08:00

A good ol' member of mine, who will be getting married this year shared with me and the rest of the CG something pretty cool which kinda like got my ever so-rusted brain working again...

Confession #1 : My brain is made of metal because it 'rusts'. Right.

Though everyone thought it was just a random rambling coming out from his mouth, there was really truth behind it. He said something like this,

"Guys! Do not let circumstances stop you from going after the girl you like!! Or not I wouldn't have been together with Esther right now you know!"

NOT being so spiritual here actually, but don't you see FAITH behind what he said? He was putting the FAITH element into practice!

Confession #2 : I was really encouraged by what he said..Heh.

I'm pretty much delighted to see some of my close friends who will POTENTIALLY get attached soon (adalah.. hahaha.. P&C at the moment..), and also to those who just got attached (to Gerald, Nickey, and Gracie, congrats again! I'm really so happy for all of you!). I'm still looking forward to see both my 'tai kar jies' to finally settle down and get attached with the men of their dreams.. I hope this year would finally be their year!!!

Confession #3 : I've been shooting lots of cupid arrows for God-knows-how-long-I've-been-doing-so, and to see the fruits of my labor? Priceless.

Which leads to...

Confession #4 : Current Cupid Mission Objectives. Shoot more LOVE arrows at SL & HH. (I hope they both are not reading this! = P)

I've began to notice there is a sudden surge of questions directed to me asking when am I ever going to get attached, do I have anyone in mind, etc. These are the very most commonly asked questions around, especially when you have a circle of great friends being with the most 'kepoh'-est people in the whole wide world *laughs*.

Confession #5 : Being 'kepoh' shows that you are actually CONCERNED at people's welfare. Hence, a 'kepoh' person is a CARING person. So to sum it all up, 'kepoh' friends are 'CARING' friends.

To be honest, I'm not all into getting myself into a relationship, because I know that I've made a vow to God not to focus on relationship (BGR) matters for myself throughout the whole year. I'd rather enjoy the friendship I have with the close friends I have in church. I have to admit there are some girls that I admire with the qualities that they have and the great attitude they carry, but at the moment, I'm seriously really not thinking, or rushing into having one at the moment =)

Confession #6 : Admiring is not the same with being Infatuated.

And to think that I'm turning 23 this year...

Confession #7: DARN. I'm getting OLD!

-Disclaimer-
Every confession stated here is solely based on the writer's own thoughts and feelings towards what has been stated. Feedbacks and comments are very much encouraged.

Crazier - Taylor Swift

2010-02-03T09:36:00.000-08:00

I've never gone with the wind
Just let it flow
Let it take me where it wants to go
Till you open the door
There's so much more
I've never seen it before

I was trying to fly
But I couldn't find wings
Then you came along
And you changed everything

You lift my feet off the ground
Spin me around
You make me crazier, crazier
Feels like I'm falling and I
I'm lost in your eyes
You make me crazier,
Crazier, crazier

Watched from a distance as you
Made life your own
Every sky was your own kind of blue
And I wanted to know
How that would feel
And you made it so real

You showed me something that I couldn't see
Opened my eyes and you made me believe

You lift my feet off the ground
Spin me around
You make me crazier, crazier
Feels like I'm falling and I
I'm lost in your eyes
You make me crazier,
Crazier, crazier, oh

Baby, you showed me what living is for
I don't want to hide anymore

You lift my feet off the ground
You spin me around
You make me crazier, crazier
Feels like I'm falling and I
I'm lost in your eyes
You make me crazier,
Crazier, crazier
Crazier, crazier

Level Up

2010-01-27T05:51:00.000-08:00

Somehow I just feel faster, stronger, better than before.

5 more years to go...

Yoke

2010-01-06T11:11:00.000-08:00

Not many chances do I get to enjoy a good night's breeze.. especially from the balcony of a 13th floor condo.. To me I've always find the night breeze to have some kind of magical refreshing properties (just like the early morning breeze). *Sighs*. I do wish I could just stop time to allow myself to appreciate these 'special moments' even more.

I've been meditating on the book of Matthew recently. Just read Chapter 11 today, and what captured my attention was on verses 28-30. A pretty common verse that many would know, yet many also do not know the meaning of what the 'yoke' is mentioned there (no surprise to me some told me they thought it was referring to an egg 'yoke').

Taken from the Message Bible -

"Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly."

Pretty encouraging don't you think?

Ask yourself these questions mentioned in the verse.

1. Are you tired?
2. Are you worn out?
3. Are you burned out?

In a different context, God is basically saying this to us -

"My dear, where have you been all these while? I've been asking around for you! You've been so busy lately, that you didn't even answer my calls, nor reply my emails and sms-es. I seriously think it's time for you to retreat from the busyness of the world. Come, spend more time with me instead. It's going to be fun, trust me! "

"Hey, I noticed you aren't as energetic and joyful as you've used to be. Hmm? You're telling me that your back, your neck, your shoulders and most of your limbs are in pain at the moment? Seriously, what have you been doing? Let me massage your back now. And gosh! You look so tired as well! Look at your eyes and face. You look so down, weary, moody, lethargic, and should I say, lifeless as well? :P No, I was just kidding. Don't get angry now. Ok, why not you just lie down and rest on the bed now. I assure you that the moment you wake up, you will definitely feel brand new."

Goodness me! Why are you carrying so many heavy bags? Pass them to ME! I will help carry all of them together with you. *winks* ;-) Oh, if you're more than tired, I'll carry ALL of them for you. *laughs* We are both in these together, remember? :-) "

So to all of my friends out there, those I know are still struggling with bitterness, disappointments, hurts and pain - even excess baggage of the bad events that happened back from the year 2009.. well, not just last year, but probably the beginning of this year itself (I experienced it on the FIRST day of the year itself, NOT GOOD!) this is a post for you.

Let go and let God ;)

Word of Wisdom

2010-01-04T09:37:00.000-08:00

I've always wondered how at times, I speak certain words that encourages people..and today I really encountered a few many times that I gave such words to people.

i.e to Melvyn Cheng -
"I wanna create and make my own destiny in a different way. Being inspired is one, creating an inspiration is another thing. So with the inspiration I receive, I create my own inspiration tat will inspire others."

So to my curiosity, I went and check various sources of what the Spiritual Gift - Word of Wisdom meant.

The gift of the word of wisdom is the application of knowledge that God gives you ( I Corinthians 2:6-7). This type of wisdom is a gift which cannot be gained through study or experience and should by no means try to replace them. The gift of the word of wisdom is seeing life from God's perspective. As a Christian exercises this gift, he begins to develop a fear of the Lord. This is the "beginning of wisdom" according to Proverbs 1:7.

The gift of the word of wisdom is also the revealing of prophetic future; it is speaking hidden truths of what is not known. It is a supernatural perspective to ascertain the divine means for accomplishing God's will in a given situation, and is a divinely given power to appropriate spiritual intuition in problem solving.

Furthermore, this gift involves having a sense of divine direction, being led by the Holy Spirit to act appropriately in a given set of circumstances, and rightly applying knowlege.

The gift of wisdom is the wisdom of God. It is the supernatural impartation of facts; it is not natural. You can't earn it. It is received from God through prayer (Ephesians 1:17).

The gift of the word of wisdom works interactively with the other two revelation gifts: knowledge and discernment.

.. I wanna develop this gift even more!! :)

At the meantime, I'll go and study what Word of Knowledge really means ;) Part Two coming up!

PR

2009-12-26T09:48:00.000-08:00

This coming Monday I'm gonna go reapply my Permanent Resident status again.

God, I do hope this will the first and the 'last' time I'm applying for this. No more 5th try or more than that...

Random

2009-12-23T03:17:00.000-08:00

Athena says:
hahaha
kevin u have beautiful eyes
Kevin † says:
woahlao!

*SHY*

=)

2009-12-21T05:39:00.000-08:00

You've shown Your amazing grace to me once again.. and there's nothing else that I can offer but my sincerest praises and thanks to You..

You've brought me and my people from the bottom to the top. And I really truly believe now, that You have purposely placed me in a group of 11 amazing people for a reason.

Thank You.

I Stand In Awe Of You
by Hillsong United

You are beautiful beyond description
Too marvelous for words
Too wonderful of comprehension
Like nothing ever seen or heard
Who can grasp you infinite wisdom
Who can fathom the depth of your love
You are beautiful beyond description
Majesty enthroned above

And I stand, I stand in awe of you
I stand, I stand in awe of you
Holy God to whom all praise is due
I stand in awe of you.

FGA Taiping's Youth Camp - Day 1

2009-12-18T08:21:00.000-08:00

Had a great chat with Auntie Lai Ping (FGA Taiping's Youth Pastor's Wife) in the bus while on the way to Kampar from Taiping. Amazing how much I can draw from someone who is one of the pioneers for that church, and how I was to able hear lots and lots of life experiences, as well as insights and wisdom of how Christians, especially the youths, can do so much for God.

Asides that, I'm appointed to facilitate a group of 11 youths, all from different backgrounds , different races, different ages. We are in the team called "Grand POWER".. but I don't see the POWER yet..It's seriously a very tough group, and both me and the team leader are trying to get everyone to be bonded together at the moment. but I'm really praying hard that God will bring this group together, despite everyone's differences.

Playing in the worship team is honestly more than a privilege for me. It is a JOY itself to be playing the guitar, using the talents given to me by God for the glory of His name. Got to bang my head around (thanks to the new haircut..hehe), as well jump around with the guitar. Even the practices are fun, getting to know the band members even more, as well as joking around with them, playing funny varieties of chords and notes during our free time. We certainly have such great chemistry =)

But basically, the whole reason why I wanted to blog this post was because of what happened during the altar call. I teared on stage, looking at all the young campers, crying with all their hearts, humble and broken before the LORD. What a sight to behold indeed..about more than half of the campers raised up their hands to surrender their life to Jesus. From as young as 6 years old to 15 years old.. such a heart for God. I can't help but smile and tear at the same time, strumming chords for the song "Amazing Love".

Amazing love, how can it be
That You, my King, should die for me?

Amazing love, I know it’s true
It’s my joy to honor You
In all I do, I honor You.

God is AWESOME, this I know.

Tomorrow....

2009-12-14T13:39:00.000-08:00

... I'll finally be meeting up with one of the most important person in my life. You will always be the gem in my heart, the love of my life. I'm praying always that you'll finally be healed from your condition, and regardless of what, I'll make sure nothing can ever steal our moment together away.

I Love You Mom =)

Rev-elevations :)

2009-12-12T10:06:00.000-08:00

This period of time during my fast has really opened up a new dimension in my walk with God and brought a whole new level of closeness with Him as well...

At the moment, I'm jotting down lots of words and answers that God has spoken to me in my ol' faithful,private & confidential, top-secret devotional book (a bit exaggerating here...hehe). I can't deny how happy and at the same time in awe with the amount of revelations upon revelations that He has continually dropped in my mind.

I really really want 2010 to be one of the most life-changing year for me. During this period, there's a sudden surge of holy dissatisfaction of who I am, what I am, how I am and where I am at the moment, which is good, that I know I can push myself to be better, to strive to be on the top...

At the moment, Deuteronomy 28:13 has kept ringing in my mind..

"And the LORD will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath...."

I then asked God, why? Why this verse? I've really tried and gave my best in all that I've done.. EMERGE was quite a major setback, as for every competition that I've joined, I've started well (being the top scorer for both Nintendo Wii Ping-Pong and Word Power), to end up losing or just being 2nd best. Just now during service was another setback, as I lost yet again for the Leader's Memory Verse, losing by a mere ONE mark.

Look, it's not that I have a 'perfectionist' attitude or anything like that, but when you know you have given your all, knowing at one point you are at the top, to suddenly go all the way to the bottom.. that's not a very nice feeling to have...To put it in other words, from being the 'head', in the end, I became the 'tail'.

God then revealed the second part of the verse to me...

"If you heed the commandments of the LORD your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them."

"Heeding the commandments of the LORD?" I asked. "Oh, the 10 Commandments given by God to Moses on the stone tablets right? Of course, I do remember and carefully observe and obey all of them." But I then realize it's more than just that, which got me turning to what Jesus has said in reply to the question the Pharisees asked Him. One of them questioned Him of what is the GREATEST commandment?

Jesus answered :

"'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment." - Matthew 22:37-38

This has really opened my eyes. I can't deny at times I do fall into temptations. I do struggle with faith issues. I do skip reading my Bible or even doing my devotions. I've said things, which I shouldn't have said, and I've done things which I'm not proud of, things that I shouldn't have done, things that I've certainly regretted. Most importantly, it no longer matters whether I was the head, or the tail or in the middle. What matters most now is DO I REALLY REALLY LOVE HIM?

What is the condition my HEART towards You? How is my SOUL reacting to You? Is my MIND alligned to Your thoughts? I admit as well, that I've depend on my own strength more than Your strength lately..

Oh Lord, are you calling me to LOVE You in a whole, new different level? I want a breakthrough. A breakthrough beyond breakthroughs. Next year will be different. Next year will indeed be an awesome and amazing year. Next year, a whole new season, a new journey, a new walk, a new discovery and adventure on this path called 'life'. When I'm at the top, I will remain at the top. When I'm at the bottom, I will climb myself to the top. Let me not be slack no more, neither will I be complacent in things I find 'easy' or 'non-challenging'.

Thank You for this 'wake-up call'. I'm more focused and determined now. And as I was writing this.. He gave me this sentence...

When you love Me, everything else will just fall into place.

=) Amen!

Yoooossssssssssh! 2010. Here I come!

P.U.A.S.A

2009-12-08T00:14:00.000-08:00

Tujuh hari tanpa makanan... boleh ke aku ni? Hari ini hari kedua sudah... hmm...

Tapi semalam, aku memang tidur lena.. selepas berdoa, hati aku memang rasa sedap hati dan gembira =)

5 hari lagi!

Being a Son of 'Encouragement'...

2009-11-22T11:55:00.000-08:00

EMERGE just ended today, which was literally a BLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAST!

*I can't describe how HAPPY~~~~~ I am right now!!! arghhh!!!*

Well, the MINT Cluster won. They definitely deserve it =) Nevertheless it doesn't hide the fact that EVERY SINGLE CLUSTER did their very very best!

And I can't deny it's really an honor and a joy to go to people, regardless whether from my cluster to other clusters as well, giving encouragement to them, big or small, words and actions, time and effort.

Was I happy? Yes.
Was it worth the while? Yes.
Were they blessed? I definitely believe so.

Thus I ask..

What is RM5 to buy 2 donuts to a person who has done so much, and has gone through the whole day with so much things in the person's mind? Or blessing the hardworking POS members with light snacks (i.e biscuits) to those who has not eaten yet at all? Or offering to buy mixed rice to a person who is busy correcting memory verses in the room all alone, and has not eaten lunch yet?

What is praying a sincere and impactful prayer to the people that I know, I care and I love? To a person who is coughing badly, and has a performance of a lifetime just minutes away, or to a person who is about struggling to do a thesis that is due the next day? To a person who is on a verge of burning out, or to person who really really needs God to be there for him/her?

What is bringing extra bandages to a friend who hurt himself while practicing POS? Or frantically asking around for Panadol to a person having fever and headache?

And what is sending encouraging text messages, or dropping encouraging words at Facebook, or Email or MSN to a person who is all stressed up with his/her assignments, presentations, exams? Or to a person who is very down, burned out, dissapointed , bitter, sad and angry? Or to a person who is going through a very rough patch in life, and needed someone to be just there to support him/her? Or to a person who is about to embark and enter into a new journey in life filled with uncertainties and crossroads?

There's so much more to all this.. and yet I find joy doing so. Why?

It's all because I strive to be a Son of Encouragement =)

EMERGE

2009-11-19T12:28:00.000-08:00

Amen.

New job... New...haircut..?

2009-11-13T12:56:00.000-08:00

Today was my official first day working at Kinnaree... a shop managed by one of my cell member named Natalie. A bit the 'kan cheong' when I wore the uniform though, which eventually cause a bit of delay for Nat to brief us. Nevertheless, I really did learn a lot, and for today, I learned the drinks and dessert menus, and was even given some 'samples' for me to taste and savor! =D

www.thaiinspired.com

The first time I went there was to celebrate Sherene's birthday, alongside Anna and Esther. I must the food, ambiance, environment as well as the service is amazing! Credit goes to Nat for doing so much great work there, managing a great restaurant team, alongside introducing/pioneering some new menus that became topsellers in that restaurant. Definitely a good place to have dinner, for those who LOVE Thai Food.

And recently.. my hair's kinda like growing a bit long... should I cut it short.. or should I try to leave it long.....hmm hmm...

Examsssssssss.....

2009-11-11T06:52:00.000-08:00

Managed to write down all 20 verses... Pretty much it was already expected, since it was the similar verses from the competition. =P Anyways, now the next priority for me at the moment is to have an unyielding FOCUS on my upcoming exams, which immediately starts right after EMERGE... (why did the college brought the date 1 week nearer!! It was supposed to start on the 30th!! T-T..)

At the moment, I've been 'googling' around for extra notes and ebooks on the subjects that I'm taking. Google really really ROCKS. I'm still trying to find an ebook entitled "Understanding Business"... If only I can get my hands on it... hehe.

Back to searching!

Second Chance?

2009-11-09T03:49:00.000-08:00

Another round for a so-called mini "Word Power"...

Do you think I have what it takes for it? I'm scared I might be disappointed once again..

Strengthen and prepare me for it, Papa.

Moon Halo

2009-11-03T22:05:00.000-08:00

Two night's ago (last Sunday), I was very honored to witness such a rare sight after coming back from 'dipper' (dinner + supper). This was something I've seen only once in my lifetime, and to be able to see it again... simply breathtaking...

Moon Halo
(Image taken from Wikipedia)

I'm still wondering why Jireh wasn't very excited about witnessing it. But I sure do know, just by looking at it, I just felt so happy and relieved. Managing the Track and Field on that day was physically and mentally exhausting enough. I was even called a 'racist' by this contestant under me. Just because I wanted to field a mixture of Asian and African members, you call me a 'racist'? Just because I said that the Africans have been dominating this event, which eventually will cause them to win EMERGE every year, that you call me a 'racist'? I'm still a bit shocked about his remark and how rude this person was. He even had the guts to tell me he purposely wanted to annoy Raymond (Cindy's BF, who was the PIC of the entire Track & Field) just because he was simply doing his job. What is this guy's problem??? At that point my blood really got boiled, yet I knew I had to control my composure. I have yet to talk to his cell leader about it though... *sighs*

Mr.H, why your member like that?

Nevertheless I did manage to grab 2nd place for the eating competition.. not bad at all, knowing that I'm still participating for the 'secret' competition..My stomach feels small.. but my appetite is still BIG. My gum's are still hurting because of it... But yeah... I guess at the end of the day, God just brings joy to a person in many ways, and I knew this one was very special indeed =)

Looking forward to witness such a rare sight in the future!

And yet again, I'm still wondering why Jireh wasn't excited at all about it!!! Was it because he was too exhausted to look up to the night sky? *clueless*

Quote

2009-11-03T11:37:00.000-08:00

"Winning is not about everything. It's about knowing that you have done your very best at it."

-VU cluster quote

SIGHS

2009-11-03T02:27:00.000-08:00

As the title itself says...

Quote

2009-10-26T04:49:00.000-07:00

When you know you've reached your limit, strive and push yourself to go beyond that limit. As they say, "Nothing is Impossible", for it's just a matter of putting the right priorities and being disciplined in doing them.

Back to work! =)

Word Power....

2009-10-21T00:41:00.000-07:00

I was superbly happy to know that I'm representing my cluster together with my co-intern Esther for the Word Power competition =) And the bigger achievement was that I emerged as the top scorer from the preliminary round! Esther was 2nd top scorer by the way, which would mean we (Local U) are going to be ones to beat during the Finals. Well, the finals would be on the 31st of October, and the church has just increased the prize stake from RM1000 cash to RM1500 PLUS a RM500 Culture Couture voucher!! MONEY $$$$$!! $_$

Memorizing....

Doooodlee!! XD

Hehe... (sorry, it's really a bad bad habit!)

I'm speaking for myself... =P

Anyways, wish me all the best guys! Aiming to win! YOSH!

(The victory goes to Gina Lee too.. =) Miss you lots! Hope you are enjoying yourself with Papa up there!)

Wednesday...

2009-10-01T02:15:00.000-07:00

Help painted the church building. Was initially not included in the list, as I was only scheduled to help out this Sunday, but due to the pleas of Mr. Jireh Tay, I went. (I'm not complaining here, seriously, it was FUN!)

After that, taught Victor guitar. He seems to be picking up quite well. Very proud of him :) Later on I also had a short session with Ivone Margaretha's younger bro (didn't know she had one!), and taught him some chords and some songs as well.

Soon after that, I went and bought materials for the F & B for the wedding this coming Saturday at Carrefour. I was assigned to be in charge of it (as usual). Honestly, I haven't got the chance to enter the church hall to witness the Holy Matrimony till now ... that's EIGHT in a row ever since I first served during Su Min & Evelyn's wedding.. *sighs* ... plus, this is wedding is very special since it's my very first cell leader in church wedding..

Upon returning to church to drop off the materials at the cafeteria, I was informed that I'll be watching a movie and that they already booked the tickets. Watched "The Perfect Gateaway". An awesome movie that makes you think and guess a lot. Really! Pretty last minute since I haven't got the chance to go back and bath + change.. what made it worst was the movie was scheduled at 11.55pm and I have classes early in the morning today. HAHAHA. Oh well, at least the movie was worth the money =)

Oh, on a random note.. yesterday there were 3 representatives from the VU cluster who called me up to ask whether I was joining any competitions this coming weekend (Sheyvin, the assistant cluster leader for VU was one of them...just imagine me telling her that I'm not under her cluster..scary wei..). I was a bit shocked though, since I thought I already registered myself as a LU candidate (and I'm already one of the advisors for the cluster itself.. weird right?). But after that, everything was ok. Can't wait for the upcoming competitions taking place soon! And Word Power!!! I'm memorizing till all my brain cells are all squeezed up. Excited I am... :)

Realisation

2009-09-29T01:30:00.000-07:00

After a good day of rest and retreat amidst the busyness of the world, just spending time alone in the room, reading, memorizing verses, playing the guitar + composing random songs (which was recorded on my digicam ^^), writing, talking and spending time with God, watching a very nice and entertaining musical anime (to those who know, it's 'K-ON'), also watched 'Bedtime Stories' (imagine, watching this movie during noontime, but of course, it was quite entertaining! How I wish by just telling stories to kids, that the things that I planned in mind can come to pass.. err.. ok, enough of daydreaming Kev!!)

I have finally come to understand and realize the mistakes I have done so far. God sure had rebuked me with it in a very hard way.

I had place certain priorities in life, especially feelings + emotions above Him.

Time to amend things back with Him!! I'm soo soo sorry Papa!!

Man.. nothing beats just having Him speaking directly over your life everytime =)

Things ahead...

2009-09-24T11:48:00.000-07:00

Seems like I'm gonna be very very very busy for the remainder of this year...

To my bro back at the Philippines.. do know that I'm missing you a lot.. and I'm continually praying for the miracle of God to come into your life.. God bless you lots man.. I'll never forget the hug the other day at the airport... come to think of it, we never hugged before, ever since we were little kids... this one, was very memorable indeed.. :')

To those who knows me well, sorry for sounding a bit too emo at times when I talk. Just need to clear lots of things in my mind at the moment.. but I just praise and thank God for His awesomeness in my life, and also to the life of those whom I love, care and treasure the most.

Another long day tomorrow(later on basically)... classes at 9:00am-5:00pm... playing songs + preparing slides for my CF too..and after class ends, attending a birthday party invited by a friend who shares the same name and surname I have...man, today was pretty busy + hectic enough, but nevertheless filled with joy and happiness. On a random note, my business studies lecturer (her name is Mrs. Chong) told me that she's very happy to have me being one of her students :) All I did all these while was just being available to help her carry her laptop bag + projector, going to the library just to change her whiteboard marker when it runs out of/doesn't have any ink (Life College SERIOUSLY needs to improve on this! bad maintenance!), and being a polite, full of respect person to her and other lecturers, and also being a responsive and responsible student..Credits goes to my church - CHCKL - for just shaping and molding me into being such a person to her, and the rest of the people I know..I won't be the person I am today if not for them, and even at the moment, I'm still improving on things that I need to improve!!

Last but not least, taking this opportunity to thank the people who continually gave all the encouragement and support I needed, no matter how small or big it is =)

THANK YOU!!!

Sunday... what a DAY.

2009-09-21T11:07:00.000-07:00

Last Sunday....

Sent Zoey off at KLIA in the morning. It's pretty sad to know such a great friend would be leaving but at the same time I'm very happy and excited for everything that she will experience in the UK. May God bless you abundantly there + great favor of men! Had a good time catching up with her a few moments ago through MSN. Though it's only for a short while, but nevertheless, it's always been a great joy to just talk to her =)

I had a good but emo (everyone's mood was pretty down).. breakfast with her members at the airport.. manage to crack a few jokes around to brighten everyone up.. and I was quite fond of a particular one, whose name was Jian Zhong =) A very nice humble guy... seeing a lot of potential coming from him!! =D Oh and before breakfast, we actually did some desperate and funny things, such as that we were literally finding any place/spots to catch a glimpse of Zoey after she went down the "ESCALATOR". Just shows how we all really love, care and MISS her so much! Also had a good time of knowing Kenneth and Li Hui in the car along the way to and back from the airport. Both of them were really really tired.. including myself, since we didn't had enough sleep... but it was all worth the while :)

Upon reaching Sunway.. I celebrated Victor Yu's (for those who doesn't know, he's among the few new guitar students for this year) birthday, Treated him for lunch at Sushi Zanmai =) Had a good time of catching up, as well knowing how is his progress in his walk with God, as well as his friends and family. After that, we watched 'GAMER' at the cinemas. I had a very mixed review for this movie..(guys would basically really really LOVE this movie). Personally.. I would give it 2.5/5. It would be lower if Gerard Butler wasn't the main actor...really!

Soon after that.. I had dinner with Sherene (my most awesome cell leader) at a Hakka noodle restaurant, just beside the Face to Face noodle shop at SS15. A very good and fruitful time of catching up and bonding between Cell Leader and Intern =) Manage to share the current events that has happened in my life. Always loved her awesome advices and guidelines. A person that I admire the most in my life. =D She also shared her mission trip at Medan, which I was really excited and happy to hear about =)

After resting dinner, while resting back at home, Bob called me out cause he was bored... so we decided out of randomness.... to play the "Dance Dance Revolution" machine at Sunway Pyramid. It was FUN!!! Never had any DDR dance partner before, and seems like he's the only one at the moment... hehe. After that we watched football at Station One.. the match between Chelsea and Tottenham (which Chelsea won 3-0)...while watching we actually shared our life experiences and struggles (don't ever do this while watching football guys, it's basically HARD to focus!!!! =P). Got to know him better, likewise him to me as well. Oh and I also received news that Kuan Meng (Esther, my co-intern's fiancee) is back in Malaysia from New Zealand, and he's staying for good!!! Excited to see what's in store for his life here.. and a possible wedding with Esther next year too!! (He told me I was to be his bestman....my goodness...)

Anyways gonna continue practicing songs for 2 CG's prayer meeting later on! Always find it a privilege and a joy to be invited to play the guitar for such occasions, even for choir practice or any kind of non-church performance. =) May God continually anoint the hands that I may play AWESOME music that will touch the people's heart and may I be ever so sensitive to the flow of the worship leader as well as the Holy Spirit!! (a prayer that I have always been praying for ever since I started learning the guitar.. hehe)

YOSH!

Time

2009-09-10T02:07:00.000-07:00

Seems like everything is passing by so quickly nowadays... sometimes I'd wish time could just stop for a while, so that I may just breathe, or just have the time to reflect what had happened (which so often, could only be done while I'm in the shower) But of course, no matter how hard I wish for time to stop, that will never happen. My lovely cell leader, Sherene, is in Medan doing missions.. my brother is back here till the 16th of September.. planning to go Ipoh with him and my friends for a 'makan-trip'...someone dear to me is leaving soon.. and someone new is coming back too at the same time... Just got news from my college that I will be exempted from taking 3 subjects!!!! =D (English 1, English 2 & Business Communication) ... Less classes now, hence I'm more freed up compared to the rest... yay! Oh, and GREAT NEWs!! My Student Visa problems has been cleared!!! PTL!!!

It's been quite a long time since I last burned midnight oil to complete assignments... it's not as if I'm missing those times and that I want it to happen more frequently (God-forbid) .. keeping myself awake with Ribena.. (there's no effect drinking it, trust me! I'm just thirsty, that's all!) =) My youth members surprised me with a recording of the famous M2M song "Don't Say You Love Me". Delighted and happy to hear it over and over again, listening to both Lyndon and Keshia singing...

Anyways, CG was really really good. Everything was smooth-sailing, His presence was really strong too! To make things even better, 2 new friends came to visit the CG for the first time as well! By God's grace was I able to preach a great message for them to hear =) By far, the older members told me it's the BEST sermon I've preached to them.. (and also the lengthiest? Sherene, are you happy? hehe..)

Ok, I gotta go prepare for college now!!! Class starts at 9.00am, but I need to catch the bus by 7.45am! Scheduled to play guitar (leading praise as well) for another CG too... wishing Zoey a memorable CG today as well... everything's gonna be fine alright!

Events before I left the Philippines..

2009-09-07T21:43:00.000-07:00

Had a burger night out with Lyndon, Keshia and Jem (Jeremiah)..

For your info, this is actually 'pork' burger! ;P

Jem forgetting something important...

Lunch with both my uncle and aunt... (Uncle Vito and Aunt Joy)

The lovebirds ;P

Interesting Tagalog words..

My meal =)

Random Ramblings..

2009-09-04T01:28:00.000-07:00

Nearly one month has passed by ever since I returned back to Malaysia...so many things has happened, so many events had took place.. started thr college life once again.. busy busy busy... *breathes in, breathes out*

I need to go and settle my visa extension at the Immigration office tomorrow too.. please pray for a smooth extension application on my behalf!!!

Other than that.. I'm looking forward to my dinner appointment with my brother. Hope to be able to bring him for service at least, before he leaves back to the Philippines on the 16th..

Overall, I guess I could say that...

I'm happy =)

(and at the same time sad as well...*sighs*)

Tired...

2009-08-13T10:07:00.000-07:00

So many things to do, so many things to worry, so many things to plan, so many things to put action to, so many battles fought, so many battles loss, so many people discipled, so many people backslidden, so many hearts won, so many hearts loss, so much expectation placed, so much disappointed received, so many pressure, so little encouragement, so many given away, so little received, so many words, so little heard...and this can go on and on and on..

....

Why are 'you' silent? Where are 'you' when I need 'you' the most right now? In this dry, barren desert, where do I find my oasis?

...I'm tired.

I'm going 'home', to the place where I 'belong' ..

2009-08-05T06:53:00.001-07:00

Yesterday, something really got me thinking... and it was when me and my aunt were waiting excitedly and anxiously to see my uncle arrived at the airport... Basically my aunt wasn't able to sleep the whole night before the day he arrived (just shows how excited she is, being able to meet the man of her life after nearly 1 whole year without seeing each other, keeping in touch only through constant phone calls..), and when I saw her weeping in joy, kissing my uncle and hugging him so tightly when they finally got reunited...

-PRICELESS-

To see my uncle being so treasured and loved by that single, most important person in her life.. I told myself (and obviously to God as well), "Wow.. I want that too.." And then I asked, "Will there be anyone coming anxiously and excitedly to welcome me upon my return? Oh well.. Maybe only the person's that's fetching me. Well, the rest are busy with work and their own stuffs, oh what the heck, I'll still be seeing them for 28 months, and probably even longer than that! Stop emo-ing!" *rapidly shakes head* and continued on taking photos of the 'lovebirds'. =)

Well, this is it my 'love'... I'll be leaving 'you' again for 28 months. But surely, I've never regretted the moment I stepped foot in 'your' land.. learning to love 'your' people, culture, language and all. I'm going to the stay with the 'person' that I grew up with for 16 years.. God's plan is for me to be there at the moment... And please..don't worry too much..'She' has been taking good care of me at 'her' utmost ability (minus the National Registration Department ..GRRR..).. I'll try to my best visit to 'you' if I can :) So.. till then..

Goodbye =) Goodbye to you, the land where I was born. The land where I am proud to be a part of. The land where I've inherited the blood which is in me.

This is my toast to you, my dearest 'love', the country I proudly call -

The Philippines.

Few more days @ CACF office & Jogging session

2009-07-29T06:22:00.000-07:00

Come this coming Friday, I will officially stop working at my church office, and also asides that, completely letting go of all the ministry that I'm involved in too. Feeling a bit emo now, but well, it's all good I could say.

Oh, some random thing to add, today while jogging, I encountered 3 cute kittens by the side of the road. I stopped and stared and 'meow-ed' at them(cause they are just super-duper adorable, and there's 3 of them! Cute x 3 = CUTEAWESOMENESS), and once I did that,all 3 of their eyes gazed intensively on me... We then just stared with each other for a couple of seconds ..(hopefully the neighbours around the area didn't start to think I'm some kind of lunatic or something..) and GOSH, the longer I stared at them, the longer their 'cuteness' began to 'fade'.. They began to look so scary to me!!! Their eyes were like conveying a message, telling me to buzz off or we'll bite you/call our mom/dad or something.. And so I continued on.. but.. *emo* .. lost a bit of mood to jog already *sobs* *my favourite kind of animal disowned me..* *sobs*..

On the bright side, while jogging on the other side of the street, I met this cute puppy, who was sitting of the grass, just outside of the gate of a house. I waved at it, and it gave quite a 'cheerful' bark (it seemed excited, and I can see it's tail is wagging rapidly) and to my surprise, he started to tag along and jog with me! Man, was I superbly encouraged :) Well, it only accompanied with me for a couple of meters (estimated about 30 meters), when it decided to go back to its 'comfort' spot and play with the grass (I didn't know puppies 'play' with grass, it's like they just chew on them or something..). Nevertheless it was all good. Had a fruitful 10 rounds before I call it a day.

Was listening to the audio book of "The Three Signs of A Miserable Job" by Patrick Leoncini just now (thanks again Zoey for introducing to me to such an amazing guy!). Stopped halfway (cause I already listened for about 2 hours + non-stop), when the 'person' in the book was about to manage a restaurant *spoilers hehe..*. Addictively good!

I seriously recommend his materials to everyone that I know, whether they are still students, and also especially to those that have some form of group/organization/ministry that you are in leading. He is REALLY REALLY GOOD! =)

Well, I guess I'll have another *emo* day at work tomorrow. Gonna treasure the time there even more right now...

the 'Flood'... List of Things to do..

2009-07-19T11:14:00.001-07:00

The past few days have been raining heavily in the Philippines... thanks to the typhoon 'Isang'. Really made life quite HARD for a LOT of people back here... including ME! Ugh...

Anyways, this was the photo taken last Wednesday before I was heading to my church's office on the left hand corner of the photo...

Flood. Argh..

And on Thursday...

Lagi dalam...

What I heard from Pastor Noel, it's much more worse on the inside of the village..at least can reach your waist level, no joke. Traffic was pretty bad, and I couldn't even sun my clothes to dry. To make matters even worst, I've even heard of a tragic news that a baby died.

Here's the link..

http://ph.news.yahoo.com/gma/20090718/tph-typhoon-isang-leaves-three-dead-two-d6cd5cf.html

*sighs*

Ok enough of the emo part. Lemme share with you my 'To Do List' that I've started doing a few weeks ago =)

As you can see, my priority on that day itself was to talk with Maria (Pastor Rick's wife) regarding the Morning Prayer Meeting schedule for the upcoming bulletin for August. #2 and #3 was also about the bulletin. The rest was to follow up on the youth members. ;D

The non urgent stuffs...

Sorry.. basically mostly was the planning of the budgeting for my trip and stay to Malaysia...and if you look closer on the second part - it actually says 'help the office staff'. Hehe. Surprisingly I was able to settle all of it on that Thursday itself. *Proud* Oh. I apologize if you find it really messy and hard to read. Handwriting too 'buruk' already. *shrugs*

Anyways my day was pretty today as well... replaced the guitarist for the San Buena church just now... and had a great rest back at home in my room alone listening to some soothing songs..had a great catching up sessions with a few people too =) To sum it all up, last week was really an awesome week! Looking forward to more awesome weeks ahead!

Morning prayer meeting... joint birthday celebration...after P & W practice..

2009-07-04T06:31:00.000-07:00

Had a great morning prayer meeting at church today... Dave (Pastor Rick's friend who came over last Thursday night) prophesied such a timely word for me, and even gave me godly and good advise :)

Anyways, Pastor Noel and Ate Louisa had planned this 'surprise' for me today too... here are the pics :)

Ian & Kevin :)

Fried Chicken, Ice Lemon Tea, Pork Ribs, Fried Rice....
*Faith's (Pastor Noel's baby daughter) doll is there as well ;P*

Seafood + Sausage Macaroni! With cheese toppings!

LASAGNA! *my favourite!*

Princess...

Russell...
*FYI,both are Shih Tzus*

Ate Louisa told me the reason why Russell's 'hair' needs to be cut short is because 'he' can't take care of it well, unlike Princess. She then goes on to tell me that Princess is able to take care of her 'hair' better than Russell because Princess is a 'female'. Now that got me thinking, is she trying to say that guys are not good at taking care of their hair? Maybe there is some truth there.... *laughs*

Anyways after the birthday celebration at Ate Louisa's house, we went back to the church for our Praise and Worship session :) Pastor Noel's wife was the song leader for the week..

Pastor Noel then blessed us with donuts, soft drinks and chips after our Praise & Worship practice.. thanks Pastor Noel :)

Blessed day indeed ! :D

22nd Birthday Wishlist

2009-07-03T14:22:00.000-07:00

These are the 7 items I've asked God for to bring to pass for my 22nd birthday :)

Scholarship application approved (IMPORTANT*).
Double portion of His blessings in the area of relationship that I have with my close/loved ones (with others as well), in the area of my finances, and also in myself - wisdom, character, personality and charisma.
Double portion of anointing in the gifts and talents He has given me. From guitar, to my vocals, and even in the other gifts of the spirit, i.e prophesying, words of wisdom & knowledge, discerning, and so on.
To lead my very own group of people that will impact their family,friends,campus,community and even the nation.
To see the salvation of my brother come to pass. For my sister to grow closer in the Lord.
For my mom's condition to be healed completely. If not, better than before.
Physical condition to improve. Discipline to lose unnecessary fats, build stronger muscles, and maintain a proper healthy diet. To look smarter, sharper and more fashionable too.