posted @ 1:10 AM
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Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Lots of Joy
I see a lot of my friends actually enjoyed themselves in this period of time and the good thing is that I'm equally satisfied especially being able to do the things that I like to and hoping to do when I was mugging for my A' levels.
This few days I've been reaching home after twelve and this says a lot about all the crazy things I've been doing.
My birthday! - Celebrated it with diwei, yuting, huishan, charmine, eric, elvin and adeline. We went to eat my favourite BaGu Xia mian at beach road. We had the royal claypot Fondue from the angmoh dessert which totally rocks la. I really like it! The Chocolate is good stuff man:)
Dinner treat by my bro - We ate at Ding Tai Feng and thereafter Haagen Daz!! We had their fondue too and I actually prefer the one from angmoh dessert more. The Chocolate dip tastes like it's from nutella :( What an irony. However the Ice-cream tastes as good! I especially loved the macadamia nuts one.
Baking session at super sisters' house - It was a last minute plan after Tuanqi to bake cookies for Winchester and Liting's birthday. Quite a lot went and we had fun baking and "learning". The first time failed cos it was over baked. haha. Grace and Chaeyun came later and the girls stayed over.
Changi airport- Welcome minmin back from Incredible India which isn't so Incredible and then spend the night in Changi to see huishan, huiwen, yuting, xiwen, adeline and issac off to Changmai in Thailand.
Trio outing- I love Trio outing man! We haven't seen each other for like so long man and had great time catching up on each others' lives. I'll never forget Jas's "Meat wrap" which is Super duper small lar as compared to mine. Pool was fun and I had lots of "taiko" shots which is pretty impressive :) st's treat on Starbucks was awesome! haha.
NUH- Went to visit Kangkoon who got hit by a car. It's a hit and run case and hopefully this driver would be identified. Thank god that only one of his legs got injured and thus have to undergo operation. Ah Pua, aaron, clement, itouch, Lost purse, grumbling, stupid and lazy security and policeman, MacDonald, VivoCity, last train and taxi.
Colin's birthday- It's pretty unlucky to have his birthday falls on an examination period and thus we have to celebrate it where there's lots of books and notes laying around. Initially I thought that our surprise won't be a good one but in the end his blurriness made it a intended and good one. haha. Amira, Belinda, lena, huiyi, kelly aaron, cle, mingle, shiwen went and I'm really glad to see them cos the last time I saw them was like one and a half years ago and more for some of them. Nonetheless happy birthday to You Colin!
Chwee lan lao shi's recital- She's our choir teacher and she's really impressive man. Wait till you see her life's achievements then you'll be shocked. In fact her voice can stun you already. She's good la. Went with DiWei, DiJie and their mom. Well, DiWei likes Rahul. I can't. Sorry. haha.
After rehearsal today in church, I grabbed my thick new black and solid glasses when I reached home and went running. It has been one week since I went running around my neighbourhood and I was expecting minimum improvement from this training. Well, it's not like I've been slacking or damn lazy that I've totally neglected about my exercising and fitness but rather I've been doing other forms of exercising. Like training on my pull ups which I currently am able to hit a minimum of 12, some super tough endurance exercises which I'm still working on and the hand-grip thingy, given to me by DiSong, which is super good for training forearms and arm wrestling!! Heh.
21st Nov timing was 13:18:83(according to my Nokia phone) Today my timing was 11:36:91(according to G-shock!)
When I looked at the timing, I felt super great! In awe by how much improvement I've made, amaze by how I actually did it. Then I thought, could it be my uber geek's appearance? Picture this if you would. I had my thick new black and solid glasses put on, super ugly shorts and t-shirt, long and high socks, unkempt hair plus an outstanding and white pair of Adidas sport shoes. haha. Wearing my G-shock too! Each time I ran passed either a group of people or some loner guy wandering about in late night, and with these disgusting appearance, I would immediately look towards the ground and run faster! haha. Now you see it? haha. It's just a possibility lah!
Or could it be the Protein powder? haha.
In fact, the actual reason is because I know that I'm not running for myself. I'm really running it for my lord. Whenever I feel like giving up, whenever I tried to slow down, and whenever my lung or whatever it is feels like bursting, I focused more on my God. I said out loud and tell myself if this is what God deserves, if this is enough for him, and is this the best I can give? I'm really thinking if this is the best the ultimate best. And so I thank the lord that despite running a longer distance, I actually shorten my timing!!! Alright man.
Anyway, While I was running, I kept looking at my G-shock too! It reminds me of faces which I want to work hard for and give me the motivation to continue on :)
The Chalet was better than expected. It was good because when I reached, the food were all cooked! The chicken wings-It's tasty but the second one that I took wasn't fully cooked, stingray with lots of chili which my friend tiger ate the most to revenge for Steve Irwin, satay which was the best and otak-otak. Marcel, Treviz and I were the most crazy of all cause we kept on eating like non-stop so as to make sure that the 22 bucks paid wasn't wasted.haha
Thereafter, we played this game organised by GuoHao called the voting game. It is a funny and ultimate biased game that made us laugh out loud like nuts. There is all together 13 S16 Best/sexiest/most...titles to be given out.(Instead of won because some of them are quite humiliating but real funny i.e most talkative, weirdest person, most sleepy face, most blurish face) It's biased in the sense that you are allowed to vote for practically anyone and that includes YOURSELF*(obviously Xinyi voted for herself when it comes to the S16 Sexiest Icon which is known to everyone haha), vote non-discretely like saying the person's name out loud which could in some ways influences other people's decision. And so guess what I've gotten? haha
O6S16 Sexiest Eyes
Well, perhaps it's true cause I won by merely 2 votes. heh. Thanks Dad and Mom too!! Anyway, all the title holders had to take photo with the guest-of-honour. Luckily the cat lover Miss Yap was patience enough to sit through the whole session of crap and took 13 photos. We had a super great time altogether.
Oh! We actually brought books to burn! I shall not go into the subject of the books cause our intention could be so easily revealed. Evil haha. Btw, that's the privilege of graduating!!! You can burn lecture notes and textbooks especially the subjects that you don't even want to think and see and know ever again in your life.
In this chalet, I'm proud to be who I am cause I'm actually able to stand firm according to my faith and never succumbed to any temptations be it small or huge. I'm the only guy in my class that did not let a single sip of alcoholic drink down my throat. I saw how my friends faces turned like how Marcus described it bloody Sh1t red, saw them doing funny but not dirty stuff(i.e Tiger blasting loud music into his ears to stabilise his swirling head) and heard about them staying in the toilet puking for an hour and slept there.
It may seems easy for me not to go for these drinks due to the comfort of being the muggerand the Guai student of the class but actually it is not. I thank the lord that my friends were understanding enough not to push me but there is still this urge to join them even though I never liked the weird taste of alcohol. In the end, I ended up joining them with an orange juice in my cup.
I know that all these will happen again and again when I meet up with different group of friends so I pray that the lord will give me wisdom of his to do the right thing(Cos by simply escaping, it might not always be the right thing to do) for him alone.
P.s. Tiger took his grade 8 piano on the same day as mine and that's the 3rd time he failed. Hai(s) Thankfully his mom is his teacher!!!
I guess there's really too much happenings to blog or to be more exact, I'm too tired and lazy to blog it. Heh. I'll just list down.
Mind cafe- It's a super cool place that I love a lot. Went there right after my A's and laugh and scream so much. Reminder for those who want to visit; go on weekdays 2-6pm because the happy hour has got some super cool deal. Free flow of games, free flow of drinks* (I think I had 6 cups of peach tea la)and it is only for 5plus(inclusive GST 7%) bucks!!!
Malaysia- I know ST doesn't really like this place as in he almost wanted to insult them in the Econs case studies la. haha. Anw, I really had a good time over there in Malaysia. I Practically sat on the rocking chair and read this book by Tony Parsons for the whole day man. I've to say that this book is rather M18 for its vulgarity and explicit content. Nonetheless, this book is one of the most enjoyable book I've even read. I ate my childhood favourite BaGu Tei too!!! Spend quite a lot of time talking with my grandparents and I'm really very grateful that I'm their grandson!
Golden mile- Diwei, Dijie, Francine, Jonathan, Hongwei and I went to eat Bagu Xia mian!!! Delicious!!! I compromised at the very last moment even when I'm having one of the worst sore throat. The chilli makes a huge different man. I took the chance to visit my violin teacher and collected back my ABRSM certificate-at last.
DiSong's house- I realised I've the tendency to say DiSong's house rather than DiWei's or DiJie's house. I dunno why and dunn ask me. haha. Anyway, we stayed over and we played WeiQi. Had a really good time with DiWei and Francine when we played the do or die situation. haha. Super funny and amusing!! We watch some ultra hilarious and humorous Japanese videos and I fell asleep as usual while the rest slept at 5.
AGPC 60th Anniversary!- We wore the 诗袍!!! I dunn want to elaborate. Heh. I know minmin sure got things to say one. But only when she's back:)
Well, I think I've gone further than listing down. haha. I'm tired man so gonna sleep! Alright man. For those who are currently having their exams still, Jiayou and hang on man cos it'll soon be Christmas !!! All the way man!
I'll be off to my class chalet from tmr till Wednesday. Grinning!!
Just came back from exercising and I think that I need to share this with you guys.
As I was running, trying to pace myself so that I can improve my stamina and timing, I suddenly felt a surge of pain around my chest. Initially I wanted to ignore it but as I kept pushing forward, the pain gets more intense. Well if you think that this isn't a great deal of problem to me, you are dead wrong. If you think that I could escape this pain by not running and exercising or doing sports which are extreme, I guess you haven't known me very well.
If you ask me if I'm worried, my answer would be a 'definitely yes'. I'm so scared that I cannot push myself beyond my threshold when I train, so worried that I can't maximise my ability in what I'm capable of doing, that I can't train so hard so that I can be the best, so afraid that things won't go as I've planned. That I won't become an officer in the army.
I remembered that I once asked the doctor if this pain in my chest is anything serious, that could danger my lung or even my heart when I visited the clinic. She told me that it was nothing real serious and it would go away when I regain full health from my cough. Indeed I'm having cough now but I really doubt that they are corelated. I feel that this isn't the right approach to think that I would be well so long as I'm done with my cough.
I'm feeling super despair because of this pain. I don't want to lose my fitness and thereafter not being able to accomplish what I've planned for so long. I don't want to become a Pes E clerk, downgraded from B and beccome some weak guy that can't even run 2.4km without stopping to relieve the pain. I don't want to lose what I used to have and definitely not losing the chance to obtain that one bar when I didn't even have the chance to try, to give my best. That's not being me at all.
So is this being fair ?
I really don't know.
But one thing that I strongly believe is that I'm in my lord's hand. This one thing that I know gives me the strength and faith to say that no matter what is going to happen, my father, my lord Jesus would give me the best. I've experienced it before and thus I know that none other than my father, nothing is able to give me an answer to what's going to happen and nothing is able to satisfy my desire to know why sometimes life is so unfair. So Weijie, you think that being an officer is surely the best?
I know that I need to give up things that I'm so dearly clinched onto, so that my father's will can be done and not mine. I know that I can plan and map my path but it's god that determine my way. I'm certain that I can't do anything without his blessings. Without it, I'm bound to fail even with the best effort that I've put in.
I really hope that I would not backdown, never give up and never lose faith on him!
At last, A' Levels has ended. Full of joy, excitement as well as thanksgiving. I'll be off to Malaysia from tomorrow till Saturday morning. Going to visit my grandparents and have a real relaxation over there! Anyway, Jiayou for those who are still in their midst of examination and continue to fight hard cause I'm absolutely sure that there won't be any regrets!
I will blog more often from now onwards especially on my journey with God through the A levels Preparation as well as during examination itself.
Things that I would like to complete before I'm enlisted into the Army. - Visit Grandparents - Exercise Daily! - Meet up with my friends! - Read as many books as possible. Already got quite a few in hand! - Improve on my violin skills as well as to play it for leisure whenever I'm free - Relax and enjoy life as a non-student!
The battle has just started and victory is certain.
Amen.
posted @ 10:05 AM
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Saturday, July 21, 2007
Trust When is the time to trust? Is it when all is calm, When waves the victor's palm, And life is one glad psalm Of joy and praise?
No! For the time to trust Is when the waves beat high, When storm cloud fill the sky, And prayer is one long cry, "Oh, help and save!"
When is the time to trust? Is it when friends are true? Is it when comforts woo, And in all we say and do We meet but praise? No! For the time to trust Is when we stand alone,
And summer birds have flown, And every prop is gone, All else but God.
When is the time to trust? Is it some future day, When you have tried your way, And learned to trust and pray By bitter woe?
No! For the time to trust Is in this moment's need Poor, broken, bruised reed! Poor, troubled soul, make speed To trust your God.
When is the time to trust? Is is when hopes beat high, when sunshine gilds the sky, And joy and ecstacy Fill all the heart?
No! For the time to trust Is when our joy has fled, when sorrow bows the head, And all is cold and dead, All else but God.
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posted @ 7:29 AM
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Saturday, June 16, 2007
Never repeat
Dear heavenly father. Thanks for being always there beside us. Though sometimes we may experience and feel less close to you, but you never allow us to stray and seek all by ourselves. Forgive my sins lord, for I am weak when I come into your presences with all those guilt and shame. Cleanse me with your blood so that I can stand up again, so that I can lean from my mistake and look upon you with a warm smile. Father, I wish that I can persevere and never forget the abundant grace you have given us. Let me comply with the plans that you set before me and not mine that are full of pride and greed. Allow me to trust in you wholeheartedly and abide in your truth. Inspire me to look beyond the present, think eternally but not what is temporary. Thanks you for you are so important to me.
posted @ 12:03 AM
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Wednesday, April 11, 2007
The experiences
This is going to be an awfully random post.
Thanks to the reminder of Hongwei, I found out that I actually have not being blogging since the finale of SRC. Some of the things I'd experience were exquisite and some are going to be like once in a lifetime opportunity. This is how is ensues.
Trio outing after a super long time somewhere during the March holidays was refreshing and invigorating because of some new perspective on my dear friends. Went to vivo city and had lots of enjoyable times especially when finding Vinco. It was super tricky man. I can only remember the Mussle guy and the fine details are forgotten.
Then it's the Phantom of the Opera. It was 30th of March; the day that I'd been looking forward to for close to a month. I was accompany by teacher Yubao and Diwei. The experiences that I've gotten from Phantom of the opera will be in my memories for quite some time because it is the most splendid and breathtaking concert I've ever been to. The singing, the backdrops, the coordination, the special effects, the orchestra, the crops and of cause the plot is laudable. Nonetheless this is not totally why this experience will be lasting in my memory. I've actually hyperventilated close before the interval and the felling was terrible. I was shaking like don't know what till the extent that I could not walk and talk properly. Thankfully god places two lovely angels beside me, as their love and care in fully appreciated. Because I was so cold, we went to purchase a cup of warm water. However, the esplanade doesn’t seem to be selling just a plain cup of warm water. Thus, we ended up buying a packet of tea, which means that I actually drank a cup of warm plain water for a whopping 4 dollars. Total insanity. Albeit the dramatic things that I have had gone through, I didn't miss a single tad of this 162 dollars show. No regrets at all. And after the concert, when I reached Sengkang, I met one of my NCHS friends. Aaron was super caring and lovely cause when I met him and told him that I'm not feeling well because of the hyperventilation, he actually offered himself to walk me home. Another Angel god has prepared! We chat and catch up one each other's life after secondary days and I'm glad that he didn't change at all! Haha
Good Friday morning was spent in the church and we presented a song, which I personally love it a lot. That afternoon my family and a few of my mom's church friends as well as the pastor Lim came to our house for steamboat. It's so good that we kept on eating for like 2 to 3 hours. In the evening, we went to search for my little Brother's birthday present cum baptism gift. Considered a lot of things that we could buy and then we eventually settled on the hairstyling wax- the super amazing fudge.
Saturday was good because I finally got the chance to eat my favorite Ba gu xia mian which is heavenly. Haha. After one whole month leh.
Sunday was Easter Sunday and I'm glad that my cousin came to witness the baptism of my little bro. Haha. Didn't see them for quite some time and I love the GAP shirt they got for my bro. Haha. Celebrated my bro birthday for most of the afternoon that day.
Monday was brilliant because god is good! I finally resume my softball training, which I missed so dearly.
Yesterday, my elder bro came back from his missionary trip. Super glad to see him after like three months. Went to Sakura buffet which I like it pretty much. Especially the prawn and the marble cake with ice cream.
Today had my first nationals match with RJC. It was again one of my best-played game ever. Close to what it's like during the SRC but then this time round it is held in our school field which reduces a lot of pressure from my shoulder and they pitcher they played was their first choice. I was eager to meet him and see how this national team player is able to give batters huge headache. As expected, his ball was super fast and tricky at the same time. Even Umbi, the Angmoh got a standing strikeout. I was lucky enough to got a walk from him and I was only one base away from home after that. We played well during the first three innings as we managed to hold the RJC guys quite closely and we managed to score some runs, so it was pretty exciting and fun. However our momentum stop at the second half of the 4th inning when the RJC guys were batting and they were 2 down. We just need another one more player to be out and we would proceed on batting. However, we ended up conceding 13 runs. It was terrible and we really screwed up the game. The game ended 20-2. It was really a waste but then I believe that this match will spur us to putting a better performance on Friday.
Doing it for Christ!
posted @ 7:37 AM
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Sunday, March 18, 2007
Singapore Recreation Club 10th softball carnival
Today's SRC started off with the match with the overseas softball team. Did not have much action on the left field throughout the game. Some of the highlights in the match for me is that for the first time, I got onto the bases. It was super cool cause that was my first time and also because from the start of this tournament, I've been hoping that I could get onto the bases at least once.
In this match, I had quite a lot of contact with the ball but then most of it were foul balls. And unfortunately/fortunately, I was given a walk to the first base. For the first time, I stepped onto the first base and it was really exciting. After that, the next batter sent me to the second base and it ended my run there. Throughout this game, we put up a pretty sluggish performance. It was mostly because of our own mistake, it cause the match to become pretty lopsided. Wild pitching by our pitcher again made us arrantly helpless. On the other hand, this match also had its peak when Umbi-the big ah moh hit an amazing homerun. The game ended with the result of 12-2.
After having the match break, we were up against the only team that has yet to lose a single game in this tournament, Raffles JC. We are probably the lousiest of all the team around and naturally we felt inferior to them. So the game started with RJ fielding first and us batting. It went like mostly like what we expected as they hold us down even though we were able to made it to the third base. Then, the next inning was their turn to bat. We got thrash like nobody's business as seven runners were sent home. That includes a homerun hit by this gargantuan batter.
So before the start of the third inning, we were already down by 7 runs. So, it was our turn to bat again. Sardic the Malay guy, first batter of this inning had a pretty good hit and got himself straight to the third base. Then, it was my turn to do the batting as well as to send Sardic home. That was my first time batting against the RJ pitcher though he's not the first choice. I guess I was pretty luck to somehow made some contact with the ball, which ended up being a foul ball. And then came the moment where I hit the ball and I finally made it to the first base. The feeling was lovely cause I actually made it to the first base with my own hit rather than the one I had the match before, which was a walk.
After that, I made a costly mistake by not knowing that I'm in a force play situation. I actually didn't run towards the second base when Samuel hit the ball, and hence I was being tagged out before I reached the base. At that point of time, I was really disappointed with myself. What a huge opportunity I've wasted! However, surprisingly this inning we made 2 runs, which was a huge booster for us in our morale.
The forth inning, we did pretty well in holding RJ down as we only let in 2 runs. So the game tally 9-2.
Before the final inning, which is the last chance we have to give our best shot, our coach said that if you guys were to score 2 more runs, I will consider you winning this game. Furthermore, he said, if you can score 4 runs in this inning, I'll buy everyone of you'll a drink. Including the girl's team. Whoohoo! This type of offer by coach himself is like rarest of the rarest. Grins. Then, somehow, we were able to made some fine batting and running, and we actually scored 3 runs straight. At that point of time, we were filled with jubilant and we were in our highest spirit because we never did so well and especially when you knew that your opponent is such a strong team. It really went beyond our imagination.
Furthermore, we continued on and it is down to a situation where we were filled with anxiety and yet exhilaration. The situation is this: 2 out for us; bases loaded; full count for the batter and the most scary part was that RJ team decided to change their pitcher to a better one in this yucky situation. Now, either a strike will round up our venture in this tournament or a ball which will give us the fourth straight run in one single inning and also, getting the treat from coach.
Then, it goes like this: the pitcher releases the ball. The umpire shouted: "BALL!"
Hooray! All of us jumped with joy and it was sensational. Then, our momentum continued with 1 more player running home and until it once again come to this scenario: the 2nd and 3rd bases loaded; still 2 out for us; score: 9-7; Umbi (the one who hit a homerun the match before this game) was the batter. Now, Umbi can only aim to hit the ball as hard as he can and tries to send the 2 runners home, which will send the game to a tiebreaker.
However this Sunday didn't come twice and unfortunately two strikes and Umbi was out. Nevertheless, this game was considered a triumphant one for us cause we put on a really good fight and hopefully it can spur us to a greater height!
It's been so long. Almost a year had passed and thank god for this heavenly respite that brought us together at last. Meeting up with my NCHS studying clicks was really great because we haven't been catching up and updating on each other's life for so long and it's such a bliss that we can hand out together once again, sharing cold jokes, having a game of pool and of cause some private comments on our ex-classmate. It's also quite amazing to see some of the old habits and characteristics of these classmates resurfacing upon me. Sometimes it really makes me laugh clandestinely. Grins. Anyway, I thank the lord for this unexpected yet special gathering!
posted @ 7:13 AM
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Monday, March 12, 2007
Aftermath of the match
Yesterday's match at kallang was pretty singular for me because that's the first time I'm representing my school one the sandy ground which creates an inexplicable pressure on me. Although I kept telling myself to keep cool and remain my equanimity, but then this overwhelming sensation seems to take much control of me during some point of time. It is especially apparent when I see those huge batters stepping onto the baseline, again and again attempting to hit a pile driver right through the furthers fielders.
Nevertheless, it is these type of experience that I want to have it again. It is exactly how god works in our life. Giving us not only blessings but also sufferings, which make us closer to him, becoming more like his son. This experience is imperative for my improvement. I would never want to remain at the level I'm currently at now. Albeit Jerald's pleasant comment which goes like "Anyway, you have really improved greatly from the time where you can't even throw a single ball well, not knowing a single set of rules." However I believe that that's not the right attitude I should use it as an excuse to console myself. It will not do me any good. I know that I can strive for better and even though time is not on my side taking into account that I started softball only during JC1, I must try to train effectively and productively.
Reflection on what I can improve on after the game. 1) My footwork especially while catching pop fly or high balls. 2) Catching of speedy ground ball using 2 hands. 3) Try to observe the likely direction that a batter tends to hit and thus standing closer at that area. 4) My distribution of weight on my thighs; not to lean too much back when betting. 5) Glare and stare at the ball first then turn my hip. Not vice versa because I tend to focus too much on the turning of hip. 6) Not to run anyhow e.g. zigzag. But straight to the place where the ball will fall.
Aims and goals which I hope to achieve during next game. 1) Doing well on the above mentioned technical moves 2) Getting onto the base. 3) Not to get strike out. 4) Saving more balls. Hope that there will be more highflying balls. 5) Learn more things
My next game will be on Saturday against HuaChong and National. I'm really thankful that SRC is just a considerably small tournament that is something like a practice match before the Nationals starts. Getting the real feel of what the game is like is really important for me especially when I'm so inexperience on match. Getting stronger and not let my pass defeats bring me down is vital.
posted @ 7:50 AM
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Friday, March 09, 2007
Common test, studying, softball, and violin
This week was one of those weeks that I'm pretty much stretched to the limit to such an extend that I’ve not been facing the computer for one whole week. Everyday in this week was so routine and tiring that I’ve been longing for the weekend to come-the god-given respite. Nevertheless, albeit this arduous week, I managed to enjoy and savor a few moments that allow me to take a step out of the daunting challenges.
Arsenal ain't doing well this season. No trophies this miserable season. All the opportunities simply just slip off its grasp. However I still love their beautiful football.
This Sunday will be quite special to me because I will be having my first official softball tournament. The SRC tournament. I'm having a swirling feelings because I'm feeling nervous yet overwhelmed with the eagerness to achieve something in the match. Even though I heard that ACS boys are tough to fight, but I still think that as long we have the passion and determination, it will bring us very far. Hopefully it will be a huge game for me that I'll learn lots of important things that only in a match itself can bring. Of cause winning would be brilliant.
posted @ 5:22 AM
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Friday, February 23, 2007
Chinese new year
This year's Chinese new year was pretty unique because this is the first year spending this festive season in Singapore. This year my grandparents decided to have a reunion dinner at my aunt’s house, which is small but cozy. In Singapore, it doesn't give me a warm and delighted mood for CNY, unlike Malaysia where there is a total different kind of feeling altogether. There is something which I missed out as a result of celebrating CNY here. The days where my cousin and I spent a couple of days in our grandparent's house; counting down to the arrival of a new year; glazing at the fireworks spreading out so nicely right before our eyes outside of the house and not mentioning the food that grandma cooked. Hopefully next year we'll return to Malaysia.
Besides having the reunion dinner, this year my parents decided to bring us overseas. So we spent two days at the holiday inn hotel at Batam in Indonesia. It's quite peaceful there unlike the commotion in Jarkata if not I wouldn't be back in Singapore. Heh. It was a trip full of nice experiences!
This CNY while I was visiting one of my aunts (mum side), I found out something pretty impressive. It is a one Big new discovery in my life. Heh. Let me introduce Mally my new cousin. Not literally meaning new but a just found out distance relative. It started out as a conversation with Yvonne (my aunt's daughter) as we were doing some catching up on each other.
Yvonne: So what JC are you in right now? Me: TPJC Yvonne: Oic…Are you doing fine there? Me: Okay lor. Now it's getting better! Heh Yvonne: Oh. Actually I've got a cousin that is in TPJC too! Wonder if you know her? Yvonne: What subject combination are you in? Me: Hmm, PCME. Yvonne: I guess she's also in this combination. Her CCA is softball. Me: SOFTBALL? What’s her name? I'm in softball too? Yvonne: Mally. Me: OMG. I know her. She's the girl vice cap. Me: The skinny and tall one right? Me: Very loud one right? Heh Yvonne: YEAH! Yvonne: OMG.
Well, you see. It’s super crazy. And the following day, I went up to Mally.
Me: Yoz morning Mally! Me: I've got something very important to tell you. Mally (Expression was pretty weird) Me: I'm your cousin. Mally (Her expression didn't change cause I think she thinks I'm nuts) Me: You know who's Yvonne? She's my cousin. Mally: (Her eyes started to come alive) Mally: You mean that Hougang one? Mally: You mean that 8 floor one? Me: YES! Mally: Oh my goodness! How can it be possible? Me: (I smiled) Mally: she started shouting. (Her action very big also) Mally: What's your surname? Me: Wong Mally: OMG. How has that got to do with Chiam? Mally & me: Laugh.
The world is small!
Me: OMG. Then Samuel (also in the softball team) and me are related too! Mally: In a way. OMG. Cause Samuel is my nephew. Me: Heh. So Samuel is my??? Mally: It's too far. Haha Mally: I'm going to tell coach!
Valentine's day was spent so "productively" because I practically had a date with balls, bats and gloves. Coach if you insist st:) Well, I shouldnt be blogging right now where my SPA will take place tomorrow morning. Everthing in your hands! take care everyone!
posted @ 6:45 AM
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Friday, February 09, 2007
When you look through heaven's eyes
I guess you guys would think that opening and checking out my blog is a total waste of time, annoying. Probably due to the fact that I blog less often and because of that 'Because of you song' which many of you dislike. You are right in some sense however I've got my reasons. First of all before I start, I would like to apologies to those who I've agitated. Oh no! It getting so tense and serious. Haha.
Seriously being in the second year of junior college isn't fun at all. Meaning the academic part because all those thoughts of achieving good grades or upholding the expectations of others can be pretty disturbing. It kind of constantly reminds me of my past failures and these can generate negative and yet positive motivation. In another words driven by my past failure to do well. Well, to somebody else it might have been a bliss for such things to happen. However to me, I see it beyond that positive motivation. I don't want to be motivated by the wrong factors cause it reveals only the real intention of mine, that is to prove that I'm capable of doing better, I'm not a loser. You see this is negative to me. What I truly yearn for is how my master wants me to live. It's all about surrendering and letting him take control of everything, knowing that I still have a long way to learn!
So, because of all these negative thinking which I have to rectify, it took away most of my time by engaging in some so-called "competitive, self-edifying studying". It's highly unhealthy and I trust that more side effects will follow. So, the time spend on blogging about god's grace in my life of cause diminishes when I'm set to follow my own agenda instead of his. One big problem of mine. Hope that you guys will pray for me!
Today is considered a holiday (that's why I can blog! Heh.) for me cause this morning I had my first annual road run with this college. It was held at the East coast Park and I'm proud to say that I completed the mass run without stopping! Hooray. A sense of rhapsody and achievement filled my heart when I dash passed the finishing line. Even though today was just a 3km run but then it's different for me. I've ran the 5km the previous year but then this time is different. Before the race, I knew that my stamina has decreased dramatically when I entered this college and thus I've been struggling even with my 2.4km. It's quite amazing that god gave me the courage to confront my fear and hence this 3km meant a lot to me. When I was running not even half way through, I felt like giving up cause my legs started to feel so heavy. However when I realized that I'm doing it for the lord, everything feels much easier and I made it! Yeah I'm going to keep up this attitude and by the time a' levels is over, I'll be ready for OCS!
Yesterday night my cell group had our very first meeting at Thomson Plaza. It's a good start for all of us (other than the traveling part for me! Heh.) as we all shared experiences that we had for the pass week. Learnt quite a few meaningful and intrinsic things through the experiences that god has placed in other people lives. One of them leaves me pondering for quite some time. Now I'm going to share with you. When someone else gives you shit, it doesn't necessary meant to be bad for you ( pardon me for a bit uncivilized). It's all about perspectives and for me I know that I've got to look things through heavenly eyes.
God bless you all.
Cos everyone is special when you look through heaven's eyes
It always feel so good to have a cup of yogurt placed right inside the fridge whenever you feel like having some nice and refreshing moment after a tiring day! Today was no exception. Had a pretty awesome day spent in church and far east. Went out to had a hair cut with the Di brothers, my bro and xianjie who is currently wearing a brand new colour on top of his head! I love the way XJ's friend put it-"Another evolving dude!" Obviously ds is the first. Heh
Even though it is only the beginning of the year, I've already experienced god's grace being filled up in my life so abundantly that it only make me revere him even more. There is so much to learn and to experience that it is indeed impossible without him. I really thank him for all his inspirations, all his mercy and all his ways that seemed to be so distance but in fact it is always right beside us to mould us and to give us the best life.
We're like fallen angels. Each with sinful nature, fallen short of God's glory. Each possess with only half a wing. We're incapable to fly. So How do we fly? We can always embrace each another and fly to a higher ground.
Two months of hard work ended up with a blast during the last 4 days. Seeking beyond 2006 is definitely one of the most fascinating and wonderful experiences in 2006 and it makes me feel so glad that our lord is in the midst of us throughout this camp. Firstly, I want to give all the glory and thanksgiving to my heavenly father because without him, all of us would not be there for this camp. I thank him because he is indeed very concrete. It was pouring like crazy for weeks and all of e sudden it came "SUNSHINE". I believe wholeheartedly that nothing is too great for him as long as we have the faith to do great things for him. Yay! Also, I want to thank him for giving me the chance to serve him working as a committee for this youth camp. Sometimes back then when we were having meeting, I really so bad that this burdened laden heart and mind was going to fail the rest but because of his grace, I've overcame it. Sometimes we just can do it alone in all our endeavors and I praise him for he has never forsaken us.
Speaking of alone, up next in the list that I'm going to thank will be my fellow committees- Xueying the yingzhang, huiwen, yueting and my little brother. I guess that we can really work together as a team and by god's grace, we were gathered together to organize this camp. Albeit it was the first time working together and it was our first time planning out the whole camp, I think we did a great job man. I think that the reason we were chosen to be the committee is because god wants it to make us see things in a different set of eyes and he wants us to reflect more on ourselves. Sometimes because of our pride and ego, it makes us think that things will surely happen out the way we wanted. And because of that, god put us in different places to water down and melt down our sinful character. Besides that, it is really a joy to work with them:)
Moreover, I want to thanks all the people that place their faith in us to create seeking beyond a fun and fruitful camp. Without you guys, without your high-ness, without your presences it would be a different experience all together. I'm really in awe that most of them participate the programmes enthusiastically and make this camp a dissimilar one from the others. This camp is indeed one that binds and fosters the relationships of all brothers and sisters and it yields a healthy growth for all of us that look upon the same goal-Jesus Christ.
Although this time round I'm not able to participate in most of the games, I've enjoyed it thoroughly cause when I see the passion in the eyes of the participator, it makes me feel so enjoyable too. One of the best experience that I had during this camp is the campfire and final showdown. It is time where groups were so overwhelmed with passion in their funny and hilarious skit that they performed, where some sing the songs that they composed and for some, it is confession. I'm really in admiration for Diwei's courage as he stood in front of the people. It's a time where people put all their pride, their wrong doing, their stiff-neck thinking into the realms of god's hand and in return, it's when god's love, mercy, grace and healing start to fall in place. The forgiveness is immediate and better relation is build on it. And that is god's work.
Now, I want to dedicate this song "Despite Fear" to Disong, Diwei, Dijie and Wayne. Despite fear, they are able to confess out their weaknesses. Despite fear, they are able to stand in front of the devil and acknowledge all their darkest flaws. And that is when god starts to do things beyond what we can imagine.
A special thanks to Hongwei and Dijie was help me complete this song with a amazing melody. I really like this song a lot and I hope that you guys do so! Last but not least, I thank the lord for the inspiration that I've received from him and may he bless us more with awesome music.
Despite Fear
It's so cold outside But I know he's right inside He has planned everything in hand He is right At the end
[Chorus] Seeking beyond my imagination I'm looking all out for you my lord I know that for sure that it is you and only you And only you
Speak to me O' Lord I'm down, I'm in pain, I'm distress I'll require you love, your mercy and your grace Now I'll let you take control
[Bridge] It is now, the lord is here You're forgiven Hallelujah
These past few days were exquisite. I'm really thankful that with god's grace and mercy, all that I've gone through is indeed laudable for our king of peace, our highest hosanna. No one besides him I must give praise to because he made all things possible and with him, everything single thing is made perfect. I really enjoyed every single moment that I've spent with my friends during this festive season and I'm glad that this Christmas brought me lots of warm, overwhelming experiences that I had never comprehend before.
Chalet with S0606 (20/12-22/12) -Night walk-OCH -Changi village-Drag queens -Roti Boom! -Wink murder -Bridge -16 degrees + raining -"Missing you"
Love@Christmas (23/12/06) -Cam whoring session -Hairstylist designer -Went superb high "lord I lift your name on high remix" at Corridor -Sentat and Jasmine -Percussion programme- Minmin, hongwei, disong, diwei, dijie, mengdi, liting, huiwen and me. -"Seeking" -Merry Christmas!
Baptism and confirmation ceremony (24/12/06) -Sunday school class got 2nd place in the competition -Presents exchange -Skull belt! -Nice green tie with white strip :)
Family gathering at auntie Jessica's house (24/12/06) -Caviar -"Small turkey" -Double Nintendo DS -Mini games -Ipod video 80G
Haha! I'm back blogging after so many days. Actually being forced. Heh. There's so many things for me to handle during this festive season. Went to a couple of places which I loved dearly and I'm really glad that all the past events that took place went so smoothly. Awesome!
Okay. For Jas sake, blogging about "Not so silent night" would be first. Heh. Went to this concert with st, sean and Jx specially to give our moral support to our dear "Da jie". hehe. They had a skit which is mostly enjoyable and amusing at the same time. However, some turned out tobe rather "cold". hehe. I believe that st laugh the loudest in the theater when Jas came out acting as a elf. haha. The four of us had a conclusion at the end of the skit. Jas: "Only knows how to act cute." Had a pretty good time spend with them especially when we were discussing about the 3 roses "bought by Jx", and how it can symbolise certian stuff*being vague here*from someone. Grins. Overall, the concert was pretty well-done lor. hehe
This few weeks I've been reading up on a few books which kept me pondering on certain issues. Well, even sometimes when we know how things can path it way, even when we know that it will certainly turn out the way we have expected, we just don't have enough strenght and discernment to continue. Now what I can do is simply ask god for wisdom, understanding and insight to accomplish his will!
This weekend is gonna be high man! Yeah. Saturday we are having a concert in church "love@ christmas". There will be singing, dancing, skit and many more! I'll be performing too. So you guys must come and support me. hehe. It's in the evening and I do encourage all of you to come. It will be fun man and there is even gift for you! hehe. Sunday will be e baptism sunday and I'm really glad that there are so many of them who will be testifying themselves in front of the congregation declaring their faith! Hope that everything will go as planned and I pray that it will be a warm and sunny day too! hehe. Caroling at night too!
We become God's man when God's grace conquers our fear of others knowing our weakness and shortcoming.
Sometimes, we often think that why are we born to this world? What are the reasons why we are obligated to make ourselves useful, to be able to contribute ourselves, our talent to the society when in actual fact we are not going to enjoy much when we have reached that pinnacle. If it is god's will, we might be staying longer in this temporal world than the average. And so how much more can we enjoy? Are we simply just going to aim and achieve what we assume that it is the most important thing in life? What happen after we have achieve what we are striving all these years? What will you do next? Spend your entire splendor on all the luxury and worldly things that you can find? When you have reached and obtained the all the experience you can get, when you are at the upper end of the world, is that the final whistle-full time? Game over?
I hope that my life will not be like the one that I've illustrated. Then you may ask how are we going to be living a purposeful life? One that can make full use of what we're born to accomplish. And it will go on to what are we born to accomplish? I've already known the answer for myself. How come I know? It is because I have faith that what I'm going to do can be justified by my heavenly father. In this journey of mine, I'm going to give my all to him so that he will lead me and guide me to walk the walk of his instead of mine. I'm going to follow his direction so that in everything I do, it will yield the best outcome. I'm going to use the talent, the gift that he has bestowed on me to inspire all my brother and sister to lead a life of Christ. I'm going to worship him using the instrument that he gave me; I'm going to use it to move the people around me so that I can complete what it is essential for me to do. That's what I'm born for.
I know that I'm never going to walk alone because he will always be there for me. He will provide me with more than what I require. I know that I cannot walk alone because without him, I am weak, I'm am fragile, I'm too puny to resist all the temptations. I know that with him, I can do all things through him who gives me strength to complete this journey.
And you may ask how do I know? Why do I have the faith that what I'm endeavoring is the one for me? Let me tell you this impeccable testimony. The lord that I love dearly need not to be pierce by his side, he does not have to endure the mockery, mortification, the spittle that was spat on him, the cheap wine that was offered to him, the pain that he had to suffer when all three nails were punched through him together with wood. He lowered himself and undergoes all these humiliation. He set us free when he chose the nails. His body was broken just like the curtain that was stripped apart to bring us back to our father. Because of his unconditional love, we are once again invited to reunite with out father. The curtain to the holies of the holy was stripped so that there are no more boundaries between our father and us. There is no more mediator/curtain because it was broken. He invites us to be with him because his love has atoned for all our sins. He did all this to win our heart back. He did all this for you and me.
Just for you
This is so vividly pictured in my mind that it makes me revere him even more. I know for sure that this is the right path that I'm going to take. I know that I'm born to honor him, to worship him. That's the ultimate purpose of our life.
In this wonderful seventeenth birthday, I want to thank my lord Jesus, my parents for the best upbringing, my brother that my heavenly father has blessed me with, my brother and sister in Christ that gives me all the support and all my lovable friends! You guys really make me who I am now and I'm really glad to be such a blessed man because of all of you! *Grins*
Want to end of with my favorite verse.
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you." Declares the Lord.
I got to say that this week is awesome! Simply remarkable! It all started at the Emirate stadium where good things happen for the home team while the losing team just totally devastated. Not going to elaborate and dig out all the "Wonderful moments" cause there's simply too much risk at stake when you have a group of Liverpool devotees who might just pounce out of nowhere and give you a huge punch:)
Before the match begins, I was at the Costa sands having my first J1 class chalet cum BBQ. It was pretty fun, better than expected. Haha. Some of them really looked "KO" as they said that it's impossible to sleep even at unearthly hours and when I saw the bottle of vodka emptied, there is no need for further queries. Apparently they imbibed they whole bottle of the 42% alcoholic drink. Luckily I wasn't there that night. Heh. So when I reached there, all the food was ready and I'm fortunate to sit down, bridge and being served. Haha.
Oh, before the BBQ, I went to Synwin! It was my second time visiting this shop that I really love. It changed a lot as from what I've seen two years back, when I was purchasing my rock solid violin. What surprises me most was the harpsichord that is on display. Gosh, I've never though that I would find such a bona fide instrument and I even had the chance to press on the keyboard. The sound was super unique. Haha. Then, guess what? 17,500. That's the figure. I actually played on a $17,500 violin. It was breath taking. The resonance of the violin is impeccable and the feel of the violin is what I've never experienced. If I capable, that would be first on the list.
Fast forward to Thursday. The day which Disong is desperately looking forward to. It's was our first cell group meeting that is not held on a Sunday. Really thank god that everyone was able to make it. We meet up at J8 and we had crystal jade:) The Du Nan Mian ordered by Disong for me was alright. However the Du Nan wasn't my type cause I don't really fancy slimy-slimy food. Haha. We had an enjoyable time sharing and I shared the story on Balaam. Really looking forward to the next one which will be a fortnight away.
Speaking of cell group, it brings up my decision on whether I should give an attempt on going for the audition to join the Singapore national youth orchestra (SNYO). It all started when our cell group was sharing about what will become of us 5 years later; seating at the exact same spot. Some said math teacher, while some just wants to help people. Heh. For me, I want to be a violin teacher. A violin teacher that can inspire others and hopefully touch their soul with my music and ultimately, bring them back to our heavenly father. That's my dream. Definitely not a Singaporean dream; to be a lawyer, to become a doctor.
However with my current standard, I'm definitely not going to make it, to become prolific. That's where I need to do something about it. Disong then suggested that I should give it a try on the SNYO. I believe that it will greatly improve not only on my skill but also as a player who knows how the professional orchestra works. That would surely improve my chances on pursuing this dream.
Of cause there are some things which I'm quite perturb with. It's like a totally new commitment. A total new environment that I have to fit into, a competitive place where only the elite got to stay. I got to say that I'm afraid. What about my upcoming A' level? What about my dearly softball which gave me the passion to live up my days in this junior college? What about the match with VJ? What about my coach, my teammate if they hear that I'm going to quit? You see, it's not an easy decision.
This afternoon when I was having a chat with Diwei during lunch, I told him my worries about the tough challenge that lies ahead if I'm choosing this path. I asked him why is it that it seems like all the top schools are able to achieve great results in the non-academic section-sports, basketball for instance. Then, he told me his experience during his J1 sports festival. It was real inspiring and my tears almost leak out man. I could see his passion, his unyielding determine heart when he and his team fought all their way to become champion, through his words and tears was also welled up at the corners. I realized that even though I'm at disadvantage if I join the SNYO, but then I have a heart of indomitable will to accomplish the mission that my heavenly father has for me. I know that this is powerful. I know that being successful is not all about talent. Thank god that I know. Amen to that.
Just like Nadal, no give up in his dictionary.
So I'm going to give a try, together with my hard work, together with his strength.
Today I had softball training in the morning and because of the rain, we could only resort to some meaningless talk while waiting for the rain to cease. For some reason, coach went ahead to ask Yingwye what is his nationality. Yingwye answered, "Was once a Hongkie but now Singaporean." Coach replied straight away, "no wonder you've got this type of attitude." -He was kind of a slacker. "But then Hongkie softballer always tried very hard one leh!" coach added, together with the look of disdain on this poor guy. Then, our coach continued his cynicism while we stood there looking as if we give a darn what he's trying to say.
After that, I thought to myself. What would he think of me? Am I like those Hongkie softballer who give all their might and strength when I'm playing this game or am I like what coach had said to Yingwye though it's exaggerated? I assured myself that I belong to the former sort after the training.
While we were doing the third sets on double hand toss betting, my swell up blister on both of my hands broke. It was only the beginning of the training and it's really deplorable cause I know that I'll not be able to unleash my full potential later. May it be the psychomotor in me or the passion that I have for softball, I told myself that I got to take the hard way so that the next time I bet, it will be better. It's as simple as "you get the blister now, you bet better next time." It's the same theory when it is being applied to an amateur guitarist, violinist, cellist etc. They got to go through the phrase when their fingers begin to sore, their arms breaking due to long hours of practising, frustrated with their poor rhythmic sense etc. And when you have tried hard enough, when you have give all that you have, the victorious feeling is definitely beyond words. It will be better than the previous. I went home with a jubilant heart.
I always believe in working hard cause it will produce only either one of the two results. The first one is that it will yield an exceptional outcome, which is what everybody wants, including the slacker. The other result is that it will turn out to be a bad one -not quite what you have expected. However despite of this poignant ending, one who had work hard enough will not feel too bad for himself/herself because he/she knows that they have already given their best shot. No regrets unlike the slacker.
First of all, Project work is finally over. Yeah! Fine. No more free period, No more slacking period, No more arm-wrestling period. Heh.
I think our group did relatively well. Hehe Everything went quite smoothly. Just like the dozen and dozen of rehearsals. The question that I got was unexpected. However, I guess I answered well. I'm glad. Thank god.
Two H1 subjects gone. Meaning more time to concentrate on other subject. Meaning that I'm gonna have a higher expectation. Consistency is what I need the most. According to God's plan.
Sunday is approaching. Yet I'm not memorising my lyrics. Memorising Crash and Burn Instead. All wrong.
I love Nitendo DS. OMG. Doesn't looks appealing. However, it's addictive. Aaron rox!
Yesterday could have ended off with a much better way. How I wish. It started off with the sermon, which I find it pretty enriching and elevating. Huishan and yueting was our teacher for Sunday school. They did a great good in bring out all the learning points and key issues. With their sense of humor throughout the lesson, we had all the fun and amusement. Choir was one of the things that I love the most. It was a pleasure to have much more guys now joining us to sing. I really enjoyed the freestyle part. Heh. I think the last song "Here I am lord" was the best I've ever heard. I hope that it would be as good when we present next week. Pink tie. Grin. Heh
Touch rugby after choir was exhausting yet gratifying. Found out that Diwei is quick and nimble, while Esmond is such a witty and laudable guy when he thought of the ingenious move to crack down one of the Touch rug rules. Everyone was impressed cause even xianjie was once a rugby guy have never thought of it. Haha.
The talk with Diwei and Dijie was good; dinner with Hongwei, min and my bro was fun but the away match with what I called "small team", West ham, was horrid. We lost 1-0 to the "small team". I guess I'd failed to appreciate their strength. I thought that they were an easy opponent for a "big team" like Arsenal. I was ousted off my imagination when they found wining strike on the 89th minute. I was stupefied. My dad was like gloating "Haha! Small team yarh?! See now who's the winning team?" in mandarin. I was dead silent. The same thing happened as expected in school today. I was dead silent too.
For gaining wisdom and instruction, for understanding words of insight
For receiving instruction in prudent behaviour, doing what is Right, Fair and Just
Memorised:)
Wonder if this post is gonna be published.
posted @ 10:26 AM
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Sunday, October 29, 2006
Dunno why blogger doesn't allow me to publish.
posted @ 4:31 AM
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Saturday, October 28, 2006
Through it all
I could still remember vividly that the last time I blog was like before the day where Jas and I celebrated St birthday at DKNY. It has been such a long and prolific week and there are so many things that I've experience and encounter that I could not pen it all down explicitly. Leaving a scar on my left forearm due to my careless mistake, Had our very first Sunday school outing at Swensen and then watching an impeccable robbery filmed by some ingenious guy whom I didn't find out. Even though it is a movie, but it takes a mind of that Shadow guy in Naruto ( Opps! I forgot his name), who has an IQ of above 200, to conspire such a brilliant plan.
Wedding on last Saturday made me feel so glad and delighted. Although some parts did not go as it was rehearsed, I still find the whole event was God blessed one. I believe that the most important thing is that the couple is able to accede so many people witnessed this sacred ceremony before this filled with compassion and loving God.
Was at coffee bean with the youth camp committee on Monday night. It will be my first time organizing such a gargantuan event for so many people. Hopefully I'll freak out and able to come out with some fun activities:)
Missed the chance to catch up with Cle and Colin on Tuesday :( Wanted to try out his new cello, which I found out only a couple of weeks back. This shows how much contact we've lost and I promise that I'll endeavor hard to make it all up. Probably got to wait till everyone is free again.
In the evening, went to Costa sands for a musician retreat. I really like the way we throw out any songs that we can think of and hopefully it fits into the song that is going to end. It was quite a challenge for those who seldom sing as well as those who can't figure out the lyrics. Hence, it really evinces how often we sing these songs with the effort to know what is the true essence of song. This retreat also let me able to know a few of my mistake that I've neglected, hence I got to remind and remember so that I can give out all my best.
Had my first and probably last Theory exam this morning. I'm really filled with awe for my father in heaven because he let me have a super serene heart. I know that I must have faith in him cause he never fails. Love never fails. God is love. The exam was pretty manageable and hopefully I can get a good grade. Anyway, this is the very first exam that I have taken it with so many small kids around. Heh. Feels quite peculiar at some point.
I've received a lot protest from you guys pertaining to the "BECAUSE OF YOU". My apologies to all of you. If I got the chance meaning time, I'll do my best to remove it when I have found a better one. Heh. Crash and burn?!
Upcoming wedding ceremony- 21 October A level Chinese examination- 3 November Grade 5 Theory Examination- 28 October Book review for youth talk preferably by the start of November One of the coordinator for the upcoming youth camp- 28Dec to 1Jan Project work oral presentation- 10 October Helping up Roy on gathering photos- November
Oh lord, I want to place all these events into your hand because I know that I need your sheer power and grace to make all these event a success and go on smoothly. I have faith that your infinite wisdom and understanding will definitely be of gargantuan help to me and I thank you in advance because when all these events approach, I will be prepared. Lord, teach me your way as I'm always in this eternal debts of yours that is unpayable and yet, your grace has redeem us, the worthless. I always trust that you will bestow your knowledge and insight to us and lord I'm here to claim your promise. Please make me a person of inspiration to the others so that I can make a differences in them. My dear heavenly father, I pray that you can filled me with your abundance grace and let your healing hands rest on me so that my sickness can go away soon. Let me have the fruit of your spirit that is self-control so that I can have the inexorable will to stay away from all the temptations so that it will not be of a hindrance to my recovery. I also pray that you can let the haze go away because it has been a serious negative externality to everyone. However lord, albeit all of these things happens due to the ignorance of mankind, I want to thank you as this haze let me realize and appreciate more of your wonderful creation that we constantly took for granted. Let me count on your blessings everyday! In Jesus' mightiest name I pray. Amen
Met up the super sisters at coldstorage and we started to shop for food with the highest level of energy content on Tuesday. It all started with the idea of buying food for Disong with the premise that his SAT would be held on Thursday. Initially we thought of using DIY paper bag to carry the food but as we shop, we found out that it wasn't enough to hold on to all the things that we are going to buy, especially the watermelon. Heh. Thereafter, we decided to change it to a box, which will have a larger space for us to put our goods.
Went to Huishan's house to redesign the box. The super sisters were so funny man. The first thing that I notice when I stepped into their house was Huiwen glaring right into the television with so much intense in her eyes. She didn't even notice about my presence until I went to make some sarcastic remarks on her. Haha. Amazingly, she's not the only one having this type of obsession. I found out that her whole family is of the same type later- watching television manic.
Soon, we began to work on the design of the box. We had so much fun making art out of the limited resources that they have and there were so much laughter and caustic comments. Heh. The super sisters seemed to be going overboard in swindling me in all situations can? I mean literally man. Obviously they thought that I'm too gullible.
After the completion of the redesigning of the box, we set off at nine from Huishan's house Disong's with our energy package. Having the thought of taking a cap to his house as recommended by the super sister's parent taking into consideration that we don't exactly know the way and it was quite later then. However, we thought that it would not show our sincerity, so we decided to give it a shot by walking there from Serangoon MRT Station. Managed to figure out the way with help from Xianjie. The journey there was somewhat terrifying cause the surroundings and the environment kind of builds up the suspense in us. Sometime, there would be dogs barking at us and we even saw a bat flying passed us. Heh. It was really a bizarre experience walking to his house at such a ghastly hours.
When we finally reached his house, we started to fix up the box behind a car parked outside his neighbor house. It was a funny yet scary thing to do. Funny in a way cause we have never done anything like this before, under the twilling of the moonlight, three of us were seating along the road endeavoring to fix the box as well as thinking of some funny instructions we can make him do before he opens the box. On the other hand, scary in a way since it was so late already, the passer-by might think that is these 3 people nuts? Are they some terrorist trying to destroy the car in front of them? Furthermore, we were very anxious that Disong might spot us before we finished all the preparation.
Did quite a lot of things trying to get information of his location and while we were still waiting apprehensively, a car happened to drive pass out of nowhere. Huishan was screaming towards me saying it was xianjie! Hide! Heh. I guess we were too oblivious cause we totally did not expect them to turn out from the other way. When we tried to hide, it was futile cause Disong had already spotted us.
Despite not able to give him the surprise that we expect, like what Huishan had said, "At least we succeeded in making the energy package and walking all the way to his house." Heh. I believe that we gave him some morale booster before his SAT and this is what we should do to show our concern and care to those we are in need for. Hopefully I can do more to make people happy, to change the way they see things in life and to bring joy and laughter to them. Heh. Of cause salvation too!
25 person, 1 voice presenting the Vienna boy's choir
Went to esplanade for the Vienna boy's choir after the exciting workout on sunday! The boys were as fabulous as what I've expected to hear. I really love their voices because it's so hard to find so many boys with so much talent in their vocal. It's really mind-boggling to see boys at such a young age yet being able to display such astounding voice. 25 people, one single voice.
The only regret that I have for this concert was that the musical play was rather boring. Perhaps for the others who get the chance to be seated near the stage would find it captivating and have an arrantly different view from mine cause we were seated on the circles. Yarh. The one and only. Heh
Nonetheless, I enjoyed the concert on the whole and I'm quite sure that it will broaden our horizon, as it is pretty hard to hear four different parts namely the soprano, alto, tenor, and the base all produce by a single gender.
P.s. The soprano was so strong that it made me ponder if the women's could actually be comparable to it. Heh. I'm no sexist. Grin.
Sunday was one of the most memorable and invigorating days I ever had since my promos had started. I was filled with the overwhelming urged to throw some fast and powerful ball with much control of it. Apparently my throw wasn't as consistent as I thought it would be. * Rusty * Nonetheless, I felt that I could thrown every single ball with much ease cause I believe that my daily practice on my chin up has take effect in terms of building up my bicep and back muscle. Heh! With the combination of increasing strength and decreasing of accuracy, it results in several Oh-my-gosh moments.
With the ball right in his hands, he's ready to throw. It was the first time he is going to use his full strength to unleash the most supine swing since a long time ago. He tried to focus with only one goal in his mind- getting the ball into the catcher's glove. With the adrenaline rush, his eyes shows the determination as well as the I'll-beat-you-down-no-matter-what attitude. The moment has finally arrived and he releases the ball. Will he have a perfect throw and claim the +2 points that will let his buddy and him enjoy the Mac ice cream or will he lose control of it?
His face went down almost immediately. He knew something bad is going to happen. The ball went pass the catcher, went pass the fence and guess what happen next? A truck happen to drive pass...
Thank god that it didn't result in any accident. Perhaps a deep dent?! Heh
Another hapless incident took place not long after the first. It was again due to his misfiring and inconsistent form. Albeit this lethal throw made him feel so guilty thereafter, he still want to thank god that it wasn't any major injury. The game ends here.
The above two illustration were the case where I'm the perpetrator. Sign. However, I believe that everyone had a good day! Praise the Lord!
As usual, after my violin lesson, I went to one of my favorite places for lunch- Beach road hawker centre. I never knew that this place could turn out to be a perfect eating paradise for me every weekend. I love the place so much because of the wide variety of quality food being sold there. Two of my top pick would be the green plate "Bak gu prawn noodle" and "Beach road speciality Yong Tau Foo". Today I chose to eat the Yong Tau Foo because it is not heaty, as I would not want to get myself sick considering that the weather nowadays is awful. So, while I was savoring the nicest Yong Tau Foo in Singapore, heh, I received a message by Huiwen.
Huiwen: Reporting: PSI 130. Very hazy. So please remember to drink lots of water and stay indoor. Don't eat heaty stuff and Take care!
I replied: Haha. Thanks for your concern :) I’m now outside man. Damn hazy sia. Yong Tau Foo not considered heaty right? Heh
Huiwen: Lol:) you better run home man. Haha. Jk.
I find it arrantly amusing and I kept on laughing while I was eating. I believe that those who were beside me surely would think that I'm mad or retarded. Haha. Thank God for this humorous and wonderful sister that I have. Heh.
Besides that, the haze is getting worse and so everyone please take care ya?! Hope that the haze will subside tonight so that the programme will go on smoothly.
Being able to sit down and have a good reflection and feeling so laid back is considered a form of blessings. Being able to do the things that you yearn for without any form of diversion is god's grace. Unfortunately, I deem that the immersed pressure created by the environment is constantly thwarting most of us thus that is why we are feeling worried and stress all the time.
Because of this, we have Disong to present "Ideas to fun and productive learning" to the ShaoTuan. It was full of his own ideas and pepectives as well as the captivating animation done all by himself which sent a vehement and important message across; to know why we study, how to cope with stress and the various methods on how to study with passion. You may think that this kind of presentation is always so cliché and boring, but this one is definitely not the usual type. It was motivational and inspiring.
Aside from that, I am currently a ebullient guy cause PROMOS is over! I'm extremely glad that now I'm liberated to do what I want and the things that I've mired; completing the weekly bible reading material prepared by yubao, practicing my violin daily, 1100 words which is intrinsic-to name a few. Promos actually is not as bad as what Xianjie had told me before after experiencing it. Although the time devoted into studying is comparable to the 'Os', however in terms of the pressure that others had placed on you, it is dissimilar. Nevertheless, what's most important is the effort that one has placed in and now I know how important is consistancy.
Speaking of consistancy, it reminds me of the ONE and only Emmanual Adebayor- The consistantly inconsistant. Haha. That brings me to the match a couple of weeks ago. The showdown between the seemed unstoppable Manchester United and the dejected Arsenal. Manchester United was having their best start of the season with five consecetive wins while Arsenal on the end was experiencing their worst start without any win at their new emirate stadium plus away home. Adebayor was the protagonist as he scored the only and winning Goal. It was pretty dubious on how he did it. Nevertheless, he abeted Arsenal with enough momentum, motivation, confidence, vociferous will and thus spur them on to the top-flight. With the inform Henry banging in more goals, I can see them toppling down the misfiring Chelsea soon. GO! GO! GO!
I was honored to be the violinist for the upcoming wedding. A few months earlier I was asked and I thought I would be prepared by now. Without any further notice and reminding, I was carried away by my own work such as preparing for promos. On Monday, I received the scores. I found out that I've made a mistake by thinking that the wedding would be held on the 28th. Instead, it will be on the 21st, which is next Next Week. I was stupefied. Moreover, I believe that the score given to me was alleged to be for diploma level. Can you believe it? Its like don't know how many ledger lines they have to draw before reaching the notes. The high High C. Anyway, I can feel the pressure now and I will not have any excuses of playing below average. Do pray for me cause I really need your support and ultimately, I want to use the melodious music to bless them too!
Looking forward to the weekends cause I'll be going to the Chinese garden to celebrate the lunar moon cake festival! Hope that it will be fun! Vienna boy's choir gonna be amazing and before that, I'm gonna try out my new strength!
Father, thank you for your word that says you've given me a spirit of love, of power and of a sound mind. Not a defective, handicapped, weak or sickly mind, but one full of strength, vitality and soundness. you said that I have the mind of christ. At age of twelve, Jesus was astonishing the religious leaders in the synagouge. It is written that Jesus grew in wisdom, strength and favor with god and man.
I believe that I have the capacity to learn and to make excellent grades. In daniel's life, you caused him to be ten times greater in knowledge then the men around the world, when asked questions by the king. I believe that as I exercise faith in your word, the mind of christ will be working in my life.
As I study, show me what to study and how to study most effectively. May the holy spirit cause me to be quick in understanding. Help me to develop the powers of concentration, so I can maximize the ability you have given me. Help me to discipline my mind to think on the subject matter at hand, and not daydream and lazily wander around, so that I can get the most out from my study time.
Father, as I enter to take this exam, I ask you to help me. Grant me wisdom and show me how to take the test, so that I can gain the most out of all the points and using the knowledge that I have to the best of my ability.
Thank you that the holy spirit was sent to bring things to my remembrance. So that I ask and believe that those things which I might not be able to recall in my own natural ability will be brought back to my remembrance. If there is a difficult question, help me not to get frustrated or depressed, but help me to stay full of peace, for word of God is peaceable and works in a peaceful mind; I know that you will help me. I thankyou beforehand.
Your Words says, father that whatsoever is not of faith is sin, so I take my exam by faith. You are my pal lord. I'm able to step into the examination hall with confident because we are out there to manifast your greatness and power. I will study hard and do my best. where I come up short, I believe that you can make up the difference. I want to give glory to you in all I do and so I'll take this test with all my heart. Because perfect love cast out all fear, I won't let any fear cloud or block my thinking. I cast down those thoughts of fear and helplessness, and replace them with thoughts of faith and wisdom.
I resist the temptation to cheat on this test and I pray that you would let everyone work with honesty and you would help those around me to do the best that can on the exam.
In Jesus' most precious and almightiest name I pray. Amen.
posted @ 12:18 AM
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Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Videos
It's Disong and me. Haha. Managed to get this video uploaded. I think that this video is pretty cool and I hope that you guys enjoy it yeah! If you guys had noticed, Disong wasn't really focusing as he kept on looking and searching for something- his mom. Haha.
This is the pastor whom I have been talking about during my previous entry. haha. His vocal rocks to the core man. Do have a look at it and see how our almighty god is able to create such a person who can sing his life our for him! I like this video a lot!
Started with the prelude where Disong and I played the violin accompanied by our pianist Minmin. I really loved the song arranged by Hongwei as I think it had the whole service started well and I believe that it is why we played with emotion and also not forgetting our main focus of all these devotion- Our Lord Jesus!
Having Disong as my partner as we serve the lord using the strings was really amazing. Had so much of fun and laughter with him and I really thank the lord for this opportunity to let us be more bonded in you. Today was his debut and I'm in awe that he did not freak out more than I do because I made all those mistakes that I think it is totally should not be made. Nevertheless, I guess that we played pretty well. Heh. Besides that, I'm also impressed by how fast he grew spiritually taking into consideration that he became a believer only for a few months and I hope that he would really continue to strive and look upon you even more!
Singers, pianists and violinists :))) Kope this picture from Jianhui's blog.haha.
Sermon was by one of the pastors from SBC and I wholeheartedly agree that his voice is remarkable. This is the first time I heard the male congregation singing extraordinary loud. Neither it is because there is exceptionally more male today nor there is a group of male choir that joined us during the service but it is because of this man. Heh. The difference that he made was immense. It is really an eye widening experience because I've never heard of such a thick, strong and rich vocal live before. An incredible nice and superb voice that god has blessed him and I will not for get what he had said in the sermon. " Acquiring much of the talent, skills, knowledge, favor, wealth, but using it without the right purpose means futile."
Tuanqi was pleasurable and I think that all of us had so much fun. Still without any clues on why we started up with such a high level of adrenaline rush pumping in us especially in the Youth fellowship. Heh. So much of joy and laughter when we performed our tribe style cheer led by Xianjie our ever-ingenious guy in doing all sorts of funny moves. Won the mini New Testament competition over the JYF! However, they still did a good job. Heh
Had a new Agenda! I hope to finish the bible again but now it is in Chinese. Heh. Cool right? Hopefully I will not take longer than 1 year to finish cause I think that my Chinese really sucks man. Furthermore, I hope that it will help me to improved my Chinese as well cause 'A' level Chinese is coming soon and I'm ain't going to do well with the kind of standard I'm having now. Haha
Arsenal is going nowhere of they are going to perform again in this type of manner. I'm totally disappointed with them. Last night my blood pressure almost went to the peak man. Haha.
September holiday is ending soon. Heh. I'm so reluctant to let it go because it means that I'll not have much time left to mug. It's just so deplorable to let go when you feel that this much-needed holiday is coming to an end. There goes my morning breakfast with my mom, the time for me to practice my violin without any worries that I’ve neglected the other things that I should have done instead and of cause the revision period. Not to say that this September holiday is not productive at all, but it is the feeling that tells you what you have done so far is not enough of what you have expected.
This entry is going to be like the review of what had happened for the past few days!
I guess wearing my new spectacle gives me a new form of identity. For those who don’t know that I’ve changed my spectacle; I got a new frame last Thursday and I went to collect it on Saturday with Disong. Decided to change it because I’ve been wearing the old style (my last two pairs) for such a long time and also it is a bit spoilt. Heh. This time round I got a spec which is quite funky, commented by my cousin. Haha. Think that I look quite different from before as a result. However, I like it pretty much.
On Wednesday, my mom and I went to Malaysia to pay a visit to my grandpa who is still currently in the hospital. Seeing him getting stronger day by day was a form of relief for both my mom and I, as well as encouragement for him. It is poignant to see his body covered with red patches of rashes cause by the allergy to a particular medicine which was given to him. Now the only thing we can do is to continue to pray that his immune system will get stronger and that the Lord will heal him.
I did something that I’ve never expected to do during this trip to the hospital. Haha. Thinking of it now really let me realize how important my grandpa is to me. I actually help my grandpa bath. It was a once in a lifetime experience man. Heh. Since he have not been bathing for a long time and the lack of male nurses on that day, my mom suggested that I would help him bath. It was a impromptu stuff and I did not have any thoughts of declining. Perhaps I think that it is because of the love and hope that he can recover as fast as possible. I’ll leave out the details of the procedure. Heh.
On that day, I’ve also accomplished something that I thought it is so difficult to do. I’ve finished reading a bible once throughout. On the 06/09/06, 3.33pm. Heh. Auspicious yarh! Other than that, I really want to thank the lord for giving me the patience and perseverance to finish it once, not mentioning Minmin who also gives me the encouragement as well. Hopefully that I can really look through the word of God again with deeper understanding as well as a discerning heart so that I can be more like him!
Haha. Yesterday evening I tried swallowing raw egg white after a exhausted run around my neighborhood which I fail miserably. The taste was disgusting (like rotten egg) and I can’t help but to throw out everything that was in my mouth. Thought that it would gives me more protein but with those type of struggle I will have to go through, I rather give it a miss. Heh. Besides that, I think that I got to train hard on my stamina cause with the results that I got yesterday, I doubt that I will barely touch the passing mark.
So much of the memory, so much of the laughter, so much of the humiliation, pride, joy and thankfulness were felt when I went back to my Secondary school. It had been a place where I spent for such a long period of time and without any doubt, it leaves numerous wonderful memories that are still vividly printed in the deepest part of my mind.
The little mischievous boy who had high hope that is to top the entire cohort, the awards and prizes that he got every year, together with his best friend, they fought their way out of their biggest adversity, they laugh and create names for their teachers, they make a fool of themselves by being the first few councilors to get detention. It's a place where friendship are forge, a place where school does not literally means school, a place where I'm educated:)
This time round as I stepped into my secondary school, the feeling that I got is exceptional. I believe that it is because I am an ex rather than a student of Nan Chiau high school currently. It makes the whole frame of view totally different. Now, I feel so thankful that Nchs actually provides such a conducive, well-furnished, well-designed environment for their little boys and girls, which I took it for granted that all these things should be obligatory. How I wish that I could have my lessons conducted there, to study and have lots of fun there again.
Saw many friends whom I've lost contact with and I want to thank god for this opportunity to gather most of us back. It's an amazing experience that allows me to realize how fortunate I am in so many areas which I've overlooked.
Happy teachers' day!
Yesterday night, S0606 had another class outing at junction 8. Once again I was given the chance to catch up on a lot of things with my fellow classmate. It was a good gathering considering that we had so much fun things in common to talk about. Took lots of photos and I'll be uploading them soon!
P.s. Let's hope that Arsenal would be more luck this time round k?!
I was suprised by Arsenal insistence on overdoing things in their disappointing 1-1 draw with aston villa. To add up to the dismay, they allowed their visitor to knock in the first ever goal scored in the new emirate stadium. I was pretty poignant by the quality og they played and I believe that all these happens because of the tight schdule their players are facing and thus their fatigue were low. Drawing is better than losing on their first match nonetheless. However I still hope that thry will adopt a more direct appoach in their coming match. So don't rule them out ya?!
I was jubilant when I finally reached the 221 mark. It was a form of relieve as well as encouragement for me on tuesday. I managed to settle for a silver before the last chance of getting an award for my napfa test come next week. I was quite proud of myself because I never thought that I could jump any further than the 200-210 mark. The determination as well as the unrelating innate will power made me overcome this barrier. Not mentioning the technical methods in doing so made me reached my goal. Gonna thank Disong too for his advice ya! However, the following day, my whole body was aching like mad. This was probably due to the negligence of not doing warm up. Totally regret it because now whenever I bent for example siting down, it hurt and ache. Now I can't even do a single pull up. shucks!
Your ATTITUDE Determines Your ALTITUDE
Yesterday, I went to the Raffles museum for the learning journey. At the beginning, I was not willing to go due to the fact that I was too busy with the things going on currently and I wish to spend the time prudently for example studying. Eventually, I decided to go as I do not wish to leave any bad impression in my teacher's mind. Now, I got to say that this field trip really broadens my horizon because it showcases a wide range of Singapore's diverse wildlife. Some of it are extinct but many surprisingly can still be found on the island. Some of the key exhibit include the 19th century leathery turtle, bukit timah last banded leaf monkey, 4.4 metres king cobra and many other more. It was a cool experience and I think that I did not make the wrong choice:)
For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, So also through the obedience of one man, the many will be made righteous.
posted @ 5:00 AM
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