the tune that pops up in my head now is Donald Trump's theme song on his reality program *money money money money...... MONEY*
thats how the world is now isnt it?
it's ALL about the MONEY.
vitamin M some call it... haha
we all know we need money for basic necessities, to fulfill our physiological needs.
but due to increasing influence from the west, education, internet, media etc, everyone is becoming more affluent. and thus willing to spend.
we all know about the power of influence and pursuation.
how far does this go and what can we do to curb such disbenefits?
disbenefits because they do slightly more harm than good.
spending money on things we technically don't need.
they are mostly wants.
go on, admit it. you know you don't need your branded wallets, bags, shoes, clothes etc...
we all fall prey to worldly desires that most of the time, we loose focus on the more important things...
what could possibly be more important than self-happiness and fulfillment?
many things...
- doing works of charity, outreach to those who are needy. you and i, blogging on this sphere, definately NOT needy.
- spending time with family members at home, instead of going window shopping and spending over $6 for a cuppa at Starbucks/Coffeebean.
- buying less clothes because the cupbaord at home is bursting, while kids overseas wear your hand-me-downs, or worst, they wear things that perhaps some of us wore once and decided never to wear again
back in school, we all had this tendency to compare ourselves against people who did better than us, scored higher marks than us, who were in better class etc etc...
but when it comes to such social issues, we would compare ourselves to those who are "worst off" - those who spend even more money than us, or those who shop as if their bank accounts have an endless supply.
isn't that such a contradiction???
YES. definately.
in this case, shouldn't we snap back to reality to realise that we are indeed that bad as well?
i don't see most of us comparing ourselves to those who are poorer, who can't afford luxurious/branded items, right?
this calls for some self-reflection!
or are we just to self-righteous to do so?
money makes a couple fall out.
money makes a family fall out.
money makes siblings bitter.
money makes people unhappy.
money makes people desperate.
money breaks friendships.
that's the harsh reality isn't it?
everyone is just getting increasingly practical and too realistic for their own good these days.
just look around you... who doesn't carry the latest model of handphone, who doesn't own an I-Pod or Mac Book, or even just a simple laptop, who doesn't wear any brands, who doesn't own any brands, who can't afford the cafe scene, who can't afford tertiary education, who can't afford eating in at least a food court everyday, who doesn't aspire to own their own credit cards, house, car or collection of something.
we're so hard to please aren't we?
what is the meaning of contentment then?
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
choices, decisions & calculated risks
thought of the week:
1) is it better to be indecisive?
or
2) is it better to be decisive?
choices.... choices..... and MORE choices!
that's what life is all about isn't it? :)
made up of choices and decisions to be made, every other second/minute/hour/day.
every choice of an action comes with a price to pay, be it good or bad.
when it comes to "life" choices/decisions to be made, there is no such thing as a RIGHT or WRONG decision. there are also no perfect plans.
when a decision has to be made, it just has to be made.
live with the consequences! that's the next step.
be practical and pragmatic.
in the face of decision making, people would USUALLY have thought through the whole process and SHOULD BE fully aware of the consequences for both their "RIGHT" and "WRONG" choices.
but somehow unfortunately, not everyone has that gift of foresight.
that's why there are different types of characters/personalities, no?
some people are great at macro managing - the gift of great foresight;
whereas others are better at micro managing - looking into the nitty gritty details of things.
few have the best of both worlds.
nevertheless, work hard towards achieving both! =D
no matter how hard anyone tries to foresee issues or problems, there's always bound to be a loophole, somewhere, somehow.
murphy's law.
but that's just life isn't it?
else, there wouldn't be something called regret.
my next question would be: "why regret?"
there is no point in doing so.
easier said than done. definately!
but ahaa! that's life's challenge! ;)
the trick is calculated-risk.
one can only plan so much and so far ahead. but what about the now?
what about the short-term goals?
what about the back-up plans?
not everything has a sure-shot solution.
there isn't a perfect scenario.
no such thing as an easy way out.
we can't say for sure what WILL happen but we can TRY to make things right, as best as we can and as far as possible.
1) is it better to be indecisive?
or
2) is it better to be decisive?
choices.... choices..... and MORE choices!
that's what life is all about isn't it? :)
made up of choices and decisions to be made, every other second/minute/hour/day.
every choice of an action comes with a price to pay, be it good or bad.
when it comes to "life" choices/decisions to be made, there is no such thing as a RIGHT or WRONG decision. there are also no perfect plans.
when a decision has to be made, it just has to be made.
live with the consequences! that's the next step.
be practical and pragmatic.
in the face of decision making, people would USUALLY have thought through the whole process and SHOULD BE fully aware of the consequences for both their "RIGHT" and "WRONG" choices.
but somehow unfortunately, not everyone has that gift of foresight.
that's why there are different types of characters/personalities, no?
some people are great at macro managing - the gift of great foresight;
whereas others are better at micro managing - looking into the nitty gritty details of things.
few have the best of both worlds.
nevertheless, work hard towards achieving both! =D
no matter how hard anyone tries to foresee issues or problems, there's always bound to be a loophole, somewhere, somehow.
murphy's law.
but that's just life isn't it?
else, there wouldn't be something called regret.
my next question would be: "why regret?"
there is no point in doing so.
easier said than done. definately!
but ahaa! that's life's challenge! ;)
the trick is calculated-risk.
one can only plan so much and so far ahead. but what about the now?
what about the short-term goals?
what about the back-up plans?
not everything has a sure-shot solution.
there isn't a perfect scenario.
no such thing as an easy way out.
we can't say for sure what WILL happen but we can TRY to make things right, as best as we can and as far as possible.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Malacca June 2008
Memories from Malacca 27 - 29 June 2008
friends who are interested to watch a really cute video of little Elijah, please ask me! =)
Denise's 21st in Spore - Round 1
* THE STAR OF THE EVENING *
Thanks for inviting us to share your evening.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
revival
cheers to the revival of my blog!
it's about time!
a form of communication between cuzy Grace and i...
just our little way of keeping in touch and knowing whats been happening in each other's busy lives...
sorry cuzy, this took way too long.
longer than expected perhaps?
hope ure doing well in Beijing!!
hugs, missing ya loads!
aside to that, i've done a little revamp to my blog template, as usual, i cud never figure out how to change the blog skin, so just had to rely on good ol' blogger.com to do the job for me. hassle free! ;)
it's friday now. weather's been dreary, but it isn't always such a bad thing cos we'll all get to slp in and enjoy the lovely weekend!
time has been passing by us so quickly. too quickly sometimes i feel.
we've just entered into the third quarter of 2008!
i've now been working for nearly 7 months.
every year just passes by us so fast. is it such a good thing afterall?
just when i thought it would be so long, so painful, it still is.
are things always so easy to let go?
are things meant to be let go so easily?
i struggle to find the truth sometimes.
if only life was like a ten-year series, we would have model answers to everything.
i wish there was a way to understand...
time will make things right, i believe. In His time...
convocation is coming up! i'm excited!!! :)
a goal that was my vision throughout uni life - at times when the studying/memorising and projects were getting too much to bear, this vision was what i held on to, to keep me going.
thank God for His strength, without him, i would not be where i am now, and doing what i'm doing.
i would like to take this opportunity to wish all my dear friends who are still in uni, to share this vision with me. stay strong. remember why you are in school. not because of friends but because of what your future might potentially hold. life is what you make of it.
you will learn to treasure uni life, no matter how tough tutorials/assignments/projects are.
be grateful that you are one of the lucky few who even get a uni education.
not all of us are born that fortunate, always remember that.
before i head to bed, i would like to close this entry to congratulate my dearest cousin Grace on her job extremely well done, as always. this time, you are recognised cuzy. your efforts has not and did not go down the drain! you are famous now cuz. people will head-hunt you. if your employer doesn't treasure you, someone else will. remember that. you have made a mark for yourself. i'm so happy for you and i'm sure ur parents are too! =) *hugs
i just pray that you are safe & well everyday there cuzy.
take good care of urself and know that u are in my thoughts.
Good Night...
it's about time!
a form of communication between cuzy Grace and i...
just our little way of keeping in touch and knowing whats been happening in each other's busy lives...
sorry cuzy, this took way too long.
longer than expected perhaps?
hope ure doing well in Beijing!!
hugs, missing ya loads!
aside to that, i've done a little revamp to my blog template, as usual, i cud never figure out how to change the blog skin, so just had to rely on good ol' blogger.com to do the job for me. hassle free! ;)
it's friday now. weather's been dreary, but it isn't always such a bad thing cos we'll all get to slp in and enjoy the lovely weekend!
time has been passing by us so quickly. too quickly sometimes i feel.
we've just entered into the third quarter of 2008!
i've now been working for nearly 7 months.
every year just passes by us so fast. is it such a good thing afterall?
just when i thought it would be so long, so painful, it still is.
are things always so easy to let go?
are things meant to be let go so easily?
i struggle to find the truth sometimes.
if only life was like a ten-year series, we would have model answers to everything.
i wish there was a way to understand...
time will make things right, i believe. In His time...
convocation is coming up! i'm excited!!! :)
a goal that was my vision throughout uni life - at times when the studying/memorising and projects were getting too much to bear, this vision was what i held on to, to keep me going.
thank God for His strength, without him, i would not be where i am now, and doing what i'm doing.
i would like to take this opportunity to wish all my dear friends who are still in uni, to share this vision with me. stay strong. remember why you are in school. not because of friends but because of what your future might potentially hold. life is what you make of it.
you will learn to treasure uni life, no matter how tough tutorials/assignments/projects are.
be grateful that you are one of the lucky few who even get a uni education.
not all of us are born that fortunate, always remember that.
before i head to bed, i would like to close this entry to congratulate my dearest cousin Grace on her job extremely well done, as always. this time, you are recognised cuzy. your efforts has not and did not go down the drain! you are famous now cuz. people will head-hunt you. if your employer doesn't treasure you, someone else will. remember that. you have made a mark for yourself. i'm so happy for you and i'm sure ur parents are too! =) *hugs
i just pray that you are safe & well everyday there cuzy.
take good care of urself and know that u are in my thoughts.
Good Night...
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
7-8 June's Sermon @ QOP
preaching was done by Fr. Ambrose Vaz
as usual, it was both spiritual and enlightening.
i'm glad i attended mass at QOP that evening.
He spoke of God's restorative mercy and love.
Our God is not a God of destruction, but of forgiveness and mercy.
throughout the bible, we note that God has been patient, despite being tempted by the devil for 40 days in the desert.
in the Gospel it was mentioned that God dined and fellowshiped with tax collectors and sinful men - it is the sick who needs to see the doctor, not those who are well.
God is divine. we must remember to call on him in times when we need healing & restoration. we need constant guidance to do the right thing and be on the right path.
self-righteousness will not get us anywhere.
how tough must we be to fight against our own human nature? to overcome our own fears?
when do you know you've had enough?
when will you learn to give up and let go?
putting the needs and welfare of someone before yourself - an act of charity and love - is it so difficult?
it is challenging, that i know.
but surely, it is not impossible.
how does one be wise and yet not be emotional about things?
how does one manage yourself and self-convince?
there is a purpose and plan in everything.
if only we are patient enough to wait on the Lord.
trusting that He will make our paths straight.
how does one surrender to the will of God, just like how Abraham did - the willingness to sacrifice his only son Isaac, when God decreed?
our faith is like a seed that needs to be planted in good soil, in order for it to grow.
Your will be done, not mine.
as usual, it was both spiritual and enlightening.
i'm glad i attended mass at QOP that evening.
He spoke of God's restorative mercy and love.
Our God is not a God of destruction, but of forgiveness and mercy.
throughout the bible, we note that God has been patient, despite being tempted by the devil for 40 days in the desert.
in the Gospel it was mentioned that God dined and fellowshiped with tax collectors and sinful men - it is the sick who needs to see the doctor, not those who are well.
God is divine. we must remember to call on him in times when we need healing & restoration. we need constant guidance to do the right thing and be on the right path.
self-righteousness will not get us anywhere.
how tough must we be to fight against our own human nature? to overcome our own fears?
when do you know you've had enough?
when will you learn to give up and let go?
putting the needs and welfare of someone before yourself - an act of charity and love - is it so difficult?
it is challenging, that i know.
but surely, it is not impossible.
how does one be wise and yet not be emotional about things?
how does one manage yourself and self-convince?
there is a purpose and plan in everything.
if only we are patient enough to wait on the Lord.
trusting that He will make our paths straight.
how does one surrender to the will of God, just like how Abraham did - the willingness to sacrifice his only son Isaac, when God decreed?
our faith is like a seed that needs to be planted in good soil, in order for it to grow.
Your will be done, not mine.
Sunday, June 08, 2008
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008
new pronunciations
thanks = tens
correct = cor-right
can't stand people who are fake and try too hard.
don't they know that they CANNOT MAKE IT?
i just simply can't respect irritants.
playing some kind of political mind games.
who do they think they are?
shall not stoop to their level of bad english and horrible attitude that stinks big time.
uneducated bunch of clowns.
correct = cor-right
can't stand people who are fake and try too hard.
don't they know that they CANNOT MAKE IT?
i just simply can't respect irritants.
playing some kind of political mind games.
who do they think they are?
shall not stoop to their level of bad english and horrible attitude that stinks big time.
uneducated bunch of clowns.
Thursday, May 08, 2008
which is kinder?
food for thought:
i wonder which is the lesser of 2 evils, hmmm........
to not know how to show someone you care about them?
or
to care too much, that it gets you into trouble?
i wonder which is the lesser of 2 evils, hmmm........
to not know how to show someone you care about them?
or
to care too much, that it gets you into trouble?
Monday, May 05, 2008
familiar faces
yesterday, i spent a few good hours with my pals.
it was nice to hear familiar voices, and see familiar faces :)
random thoughts flashed through my mind and i knew it has been quite a while since i last caught up with them.
sorry i have neglected you guys all this while...
but thank you all for making the effort to hang out, it was worth it! i had fun with you guys. thank you!
work life balance. it isn't easy. not even now, without a family, it isn't easy. imagine how it'll be like having your own family, yet still trying to stay afloat with the latest gossips and catch up with close friends!
time is never on our side, or is it?
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooo........ i refuse to fall under a 'no-social life' category!
looking forward to being home, in bed, cuddling up with pillows to read seems to be the only charm right now... gee.
i hope Grace and Shiqin are having a good time in Bali now!
i wish i could be there with them... i believe part of my heart and mind is :)
it was nice to hear familiar voices, and see familiar faces :)
random thoughts flashed through my mind and i knew it has been quite a while since i last caught up with them.
sorry i have neglected you guys all this while...
but thank you all for making the effort to hang out, it was worth it! i had fun with you guys. thank you!
work life balance. it isn't easy. not even now, without a family, it isn't easy. imagine how it'll be like having your own family, yet still trying to stay afloat with the latest gossips and catch up with close friends!
time is never on our side, or is it?
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooo........ i refuse to fall under a 'no-social life' category!
looking forward to being home, in bed, cuddling up with pillows to read seems to be the only charm right now... gee.
i hope Grace and Shiqin are having a good time in Bali now!
i wish i could be there with them... i believe part of my heart and mind is :)
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
annoying & insulting
don't you find people around you these days becoming increasingly insensitive, annoying & insulting?
i just don't understand how some people can be so selfish. only looking out for their own interest and/or happiness/fun.
they should just grow up and not be such a pain to society & especially to me!
don't understand how some people can be so dense.
i just hope i am not one of them. no. i am sure i am not one like them.
God please help these people, help them to understand things better and be less annoying to humanity.
Grant me the grace to forgive and be patient with them. i know it is not easy but pls help me try to make things better. help them to realise that the world does not revolve around them.
during your Ascension tomorrow, please help me realise the importance of my faith and religion. help me to seek the truth and with your guidance, may i find the answers to my thoughts. i sincerely hope to grow into a better person - to be more Christ-like. help me to see the good in everything i do, in the people i meet and in the things that i have and all around me. help me to appreciate what you have created and what i have. help me not to take people/things for granted.
i just don't understand how some people can be so selfish. only looking out for their own interest and/or happiness/fun.
they should just grow up and not be such a pain to society & especially to me!
don't understand how some people can be so dense.
i just hope i am not one of them. no. i am sure i am not one like them.
God please help these people, help them to understand things better and be less annoying to humanity.
Grant me the grace to forgive and be patient with them. i know it is not easy but pls help me try to make things better. help them to realise that the world does not revolve around them.
during your Ascension tomorrow, please help me realise the importance of my faith and religion. help me to seek the truth and with your guidance, may i find the answers to my thoughts. i sincerely hope to grow into a better person - to be more Christ-like. help me to see the good in everything i do, in the people i meet and in the things that i have and all around me. help me to appreciate what you have created and what i have. help me not to take people/things for granted.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
back with a mission
back from Bali, back to work.
monday, and i was already drowning in work.
to think we all could laugh and joke about me getting "bluffed" into this job!
haha! come to think of it, it is kinda funny. ironically.
just a quick shout out to all my dear friends:
i'm really sorry that i haven't been in contact with most of you, at least not as often as i hope it could be. work is NOT an excuse but it certainly is the reason why i havent been ard or that u havent been hearing from me.
sincerest apologies.
would like each and every one of you to know that i have not forgotten you.
all of you are very much still in my heart, thoughts, prayers and well-wishes.
thank you all for your kind understanding.
whenever you need to look for me, look no further. you can find me here...
work isnt dreadful, it's just that i'm still learning to cope and multi-task.
i have quite a few things on my plate now.
it's sunday now and i'm still at work.
i really hope this wont be forever.
i hope nthg goes wrong today and that i can cope with whatever comes my way.
i felt esp emotional yesterday when i was told of what was happening here.
i know somethings are beyond my control.
but i seriously need to get a grip of things. i feel exhausted.
i hope i dont burn out so soon because there's so much more to come.
'never say die' shall be my motto for the weeks ahead!
i shall stay strong and persevere! i know i'm not alone in this. :)
monday, and i was already drowning in work.
to think we all could laugh and joke about me getting "bluffed" into this job!
haha! come to think of it, it is kinda funny. ironically.
just a quick shout out to all my dear friends:
i'm really sorry that i haven't been in contact with most of you, at least not as often as i hope it could be. work is NOT an excuse but it certainly is the reason why i havent been ard or that u havent been hearing from me.
sincerest apologies.
would like each and every one of you to know that i have not forgotten you.
all of you are very much still in my heart, thoughts, prayers and well-wishes.
thank you all for your kind understanding.
whenever you need to look for me, look no further. you can find me here...
work isnt dreadful, it's just that i'm still learning to cope and multi-task.
i have quite a few things on my plate now.
it's sunday now and i'm still at work.
i really hope this wont be forever.
i hope nthg goes wrong today and that i can cope with whatever comes my way.
i felt esp emotional yesterday when i was told of what was happening here.
i know somethings are beyond my control.
but i seriously need to get a grip of things. i feel exhausted.
i hope i dont burn out so soon because there's so much more to come.
'never say die' shall be my motto for the weeks ahead!
i shall stay strong and persevere! i know i'm not alone in this. :)
Monday, April 07, 2008
Bali 10 - 13 April 2008
my third trip to Bali!
i'm so looking forward to a well-deserved and long-overdued holiday break!
gonna catch some sun, sand, sea, sights, shopping, food, teh-botol and massages!
a decadent break is just what i need.
hehe! =P
packing in still in progress...
will be bringing back krispy kreme for you peeps k.
take good care of yourselves and hope all is well with you.
have a good week ya'll!
i'm so looking forward to a well-deserved and long-overdued holiday break!
gonna catch some sun, sand, sea, sights, shopping, food, teh-botol and massages!
a decadent break is just what i need.
hehe! =P
packing in still in progress...
will be bringing back krispy kreme for you peeps k.
take good care of yourselves and hope all is well with you.
have a good week ya'll!
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
020408 statement of the day
Ability may take you to the top,
but it takes character to remain at the top.
but it takes character to remain at the top.
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
April Fool's!
looking at the pages of my blog, i thought to myself,
i must make the effort to keep my blog alive by posting nonsensical!
happy april fool's day everyone! :)
hope u guys didnt get it too bad by your friends/classmates/colleagues.
afterall, it is all in good fun ya ;)
work has been crazy busy as usual for me.
im a lil' under the weather the past few days...
then again, the weather has been awfully crappy *shrugs*
ok random things:
1. i miss sch / student life
2. i miss afternoon coffee sessions
3. i miss sleeping in in the mornings
4. i miss grocery shopping / bonding sessions with my mum
5. i miss doing unproductive things
6. i cant stand sounding nasal
7. i miss the chicken cutlet at TP Biz canteen
8. i miss TP life & all my tourism mates
oh well...
anyway AGM went ok yesterday... we didnt meet quorum but we did ok.
didnt end as late as we thought it would.
at least there was no banging of tables or throwing of chairs or even yelling...
and at least GM let us come in at 10am today =)
ok, back to work!
take care one and all!
do drink more water! :)
shalom...
i must make the effort to keep my blog alive by posting nonsensical!
happy april fool's day everyone! :)
hope u guys didnt get it too bad by your friends/classmates/colleagues.
afterall, it is all in good fun ya ;)
work has been crazy busy as usual for me.
im a lil' under the weather the past few days...
then again, the weather has been awfully crappy *shrugs*
ok random things:
1. i miss sch / student life
2. i miss afternoon coffee sessions
3. i miss sleeping in in the mornings
4. i miss grocery shopping / bonding sessions with my mum
5. i miss doing unproductive things
6. i cant stand sounding nasal
7. i miss the chicken cutlet at TP Biz canteen
8. i miss TP life & all my tourism mates
oh well...
anyway AGM went ok yesterday... we didnt meet quorum but we did ok.
didnt end as late as we thought it would.
at least there was no banging of tables or throwing of chairs or even yelling...
and at least GM let us come in at 10am today =)
ok, back to work!
take care one and all!
do drink more water! :)
shalom...
Thursday, March 20, 2008
postcard
"With Caesar's mind comes a box,
that comes alive with a perfect square."
an unexpected greeting from afar, never fails to create the sweetest smile :)
HAPPY EASTER!!!
that comes alive with a perfect square."
an unexpected greeting from afar, never fails to create the sweetest smile :)
HAPPY EASTER!!!
Sunday, March 16, 2008
can't be held responsible
i just cant stand it when it seems to be my fault. or at least you make it seem as if it is my fault.
just because you're tired doesn't mean no one else is.
my world doesn't revolve around being of service to you only.
don't expect me or anyone else to read your mind all the time.
expectations can and do weaken one's mental strength.
it's just too tiring trying to be nice all the time.
it doesn't pay to be kind all the time.
ya true, perhaps only God knows.
it's not as if i am trying to play the victim or trying to seek attention,
but i just feel that you can be so unfair at times.
throwing your weight around isn't going to right the wrong.
i've grown up.
i have my own life now.
i can't always be at your beck and call.
i hope i'm not becoming too selfish.
but i just hope you can understand sometimes... it's not always about you.
i do have to admit, this is all partly my fault as well.
oh well... let'e hope some things can change over time.
on to a lighter note, it's a brand new week! mid march already!
time has passed us by so quickly, again.
i'm in my 3rd month of work.
i'm getting the hang of things, still there is so much more i need to know and learn about.
esp Polo. the next few weeks, starting from tomorrow, right into April is going to be pretty crazy! lots of events to prepare for. i am looking forward though :)
team effort at this point is of utmost importance.
esp for the BMW event. i never felt more thankful for them both who stayed behind so late, despite having to wake so early to standby for the event later that morning, to help Steff and i. really, thank you both so very much.
we owe you both big time.
it is at times like this, that i learn the value of team work.
running on 3 hrs or less of slp was no joke. adrenaline was all we had to get us through the day. the event turned out a success anyway! and God was on our side with the not-too-bad weather that day. haha! :)
nevertheless, i am thankful.
anyway, cheers to a new week ahead!
happy holidays too! =)
just because you're tired doesn't mean no one else is.
my world doesn't revolve around being of service to you only.
don't expect me or anyone else to read your mind all the time.
expectations can and do weaken one's mental strength.
it's just too tiring trying to be nice all the time.
it doesn't pay to be kind all the time.
ya true, perhaps only God knows.
it's not as if i am trying to play the victim or trying to seek attention,
but i just feel that you can be so unfair at times.
throwing your weight around isn't going to right the wrong.
i've grown up.
i have my own life now.
i can't always be at your beck and call.
i hope i'm not becoming too selfish.
but i just hope you can understand sometimes... it's not always about you.
i do have to admit, this is all partly my fault as well.
oh well... let'e hope some things can change over time.
on to a lighter note, it's a brand new week! mid march already!
time has passed us by so quickly, again.
i'm in my 3rd month of work.
i'm getting the hang of things, still there is so much more i need to know and learn about.
esp Polo. the next few weeks, starting from tomorrow, right into April is going to be pretty crazy! lots of events to prepare for. i am looking forward though :)
team effort at this point is of utmost importance.
esp for the BMW event. i never felt more thankful for them both who stayed behind so late, despite having to wake so early to standby for the event later that morning, to help Steff and i. really, thank you both so very much.
we owe you both big time.
it is at times like this, that i learn the value of team work.
running on 3 hrs or less of slp was no joke. adrenaline was all we had to get us through the day. the event turned out a success anyway! and God was on our side with the not-too-bad weather that day. haha! :)
nevertheless, i am thankful.
anyway, cheers to a new week ahead!
happy holidays too! =)
Monday, March 03, 2008
one hill is always higher than another
just like investments, every decision and choice in life is tied to a risk.
and just like the economy and the market, there are bullish and bearish years/periods.
ups and downs, simply put.
likewise with our thoughts and the things we do, isn't it?
one way or another, we just somehow end up in a whirlwind of mess, it could be good or bad, big or small; doesn't matter.
what's most important is what we take out of that learning lesson/life experience.
we must remember that we are in control of our own lives and that no one else is responsible for you, except you.
we should all learn to look for the light at the end of the tunnel, because going around in circles will not do anyone any good.
i need you to realise that it's not that i don't care.
it's just that i've learnt to be more selfish now.
because, do realise that i'm only human, there's only so much i can take.
perhaps you need to realise that you need me more than i need you.
life is not always a barter trade; or a tit for tad situation.
what you give, is what you get.
i hope you can learn to manage...
i'd like to end off with a statement that i came up with, at a random moment:
'even the strongest of absorption pads have a limited capacity.'
and just like the economy and the market, there are bullish and bearish years/periods.
ups and downs, simply put.
likewise with our thoughts and the things we do, isn't it?
one way or another, we just somehow end up in a whirlwind of mess, it could be good or bad, big or small; doesn't matter.
what's most important is what we take out of that learning lesson/life experience.
we must remember that we are in control of our own lives and that no one else is responsible for you, except you.
we should all learn to look for the light at the end of the tunnel, because going around in circles will not do anyone any good.
i need you to realise that it's not that i don't care.
it's just that i've learnt to be more selfish now.
because, do realise that i'm only human, there's only so much i can take.
perhaps you need to realise that you need me more than i need you.
life is not always a barter trade; or a tit for tad situation.
what you give, is what you get.
i hope you can learn to manage...
i'd like to end off with a statement that i came up with, at a random moment:
'even the strongest of absorption pads have a limited capacity.'
Sunday, February 24, 2008
P.S. I Love You
finally got round to catching this ultimately romantic movie!i even found the soundtrack! it is out of stock at several music stores...
this movie, may just be another movie, but it truly touched my heart in more ways than one.
the love and emotions were so intense, it activated my already very active tear ducts.
it's amazing how love supersedes everything else.
truly amazing love story.
'sometimes there's only one thing left to say'............ how apt.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Class 95 moment
heard this statement made by Glenn Ong over the radio this morning on his G-Spot segment and thought i'd share it with everyone...
'Everything you need to be you,
you already have.'
'Everything you need to be you,
you already have.'
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
all things great and small
in our lifetime, we learn and inevitably go through the process of decision making...
we consider both macro and micro perspectives, attempt to stay objective and realistic,
try hard to stay true to ourselves, our emotions and values, try to consider how other people might look at us, what they think about us, or even, how they will feel.
but seriously, how many of us can truly make a good judgement/decision?
how many of us can multi-task well?
not many.
the truth is we're never alone.
decisions in life aren't meant to be easy.
but we mould ourselves, don't we?
as cliche as this sounds, really, we just need to follow our heart.
the answer may already be in you.
it's just up to you to face it.
most of the time, we're afraid.
fear gets to us when we're the weakest.
but don't ever succumb to it! challenge it.
make the most out of your life.
good opportunities don't come by every other day.
neither are they given freely, to every/any one.
there is a bigger world out there then just you and me.
it's up for exploration and growth.
so make full use of it!
second sunday of Lent taught me this,
we must pray for the courage to forgive.
FORGIVENESS.
For - Give - Ness = For - Giving
GIVE.
when we are afraid to give, we become selfish creatures.
but think of it this way, Jesus, He forgave us and gave his life for us.
what more could we ask for?
so, why can't we just forgive people who aren't so nice to us or those who have done us wrong?
it's not easy, true.
then again, nothing in life ever is easy, isn't it?
ask yourself the following:
was school easy? was meeting new people easy?
are maintaining relationships easy? is work easy?
we must/need to learn to forgive.
because forgiveness leads to peace and understanding.
it is truly wonderful virtue to possess.
i'm learning to accept that Love is pain and suffering, because our sufferings & pain comes from those we love/care about.
how willing are we to embrace love and forgiveness?
we consider both macro and micro perspectives, attempt to stay objective and realistic,
try hard to stay true to ourselves, our emotions and values, try to consider how other people might look at us, what they think about us, or even, how they will feel.
but seriously, how many of us can truly make a good judgement/decision?
how many of us can multi-task well?
not many.
the truth is we're never alone.
decisions in life aren't meant to be easy.
but we mould ourselves, don't we?
as cliche as this sounds, really, we just need to follow our heart.
the answer may already be in you.
it's just up to you to face it.
most of the time, we're afraid.
fear gets to us when we're the weakest.
but don't ever succumb to it! challenge it.
make the most out of your life.
good opportunities don't come by every other day.
neither are they given freely, to every/any one.
there is a bigger world out there then just you and me.
it's up for exploration and growth.
so make full use of it!
second sunday of Lent taught me this,
we must pray for the courage to forgive.
FORGIVENESS.
For - Give - Ness = For - Giving
GIVE.
when we are afraid to give, we become selfish creatures.
but think of it this way, Jesus, He forgave us and gave his life for us.
what more could we ask for?
so, why can't we just forgive people who aren't so nice to us or those who have done us wrong?
it's not easy, true.
then again, nothing in life ever is easy, isn't it?
ask yourself the following:
was school easy? was meeting new people easy?
are maintaining relationships easy? is work easy?
we must/need to learn to forgive.
because forgiveness leads to peace and understanding.
it is truly wonderful virtue to possess.
i'm learning to accept that Love is pain and suffering, because our sufferings & pain comes from those we love/care about.
how willing are we to embrace love and forgiveness?
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Saturday, February 09, 2008
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
happy chinese holidays
time has passed by so quickly, Jan is over, Feb is here!
so many things/events to look forward too everyone! :)
i've been working for the past 1 mth and things are more or less stabilising, so i'm thankful.
besides the bouts of usual headaches i get, i'm otherwise still fine, learning and adapting...
class 95 is my best companion at work and daily rushing is common.
the feeling is kind as all of us work hard together and do our best.
it's good to have a family environment! it's been confortable here :)
also, i have an extremely fun bunch of f&b staff here, who not only constantly feeds us good stuffs, and also educate us on fine places to dine at and how to appreciate food.
lovely bunch of pple really!
they've worked hard for the opening of our very own f&b outlets here in the club.
oh btw, the club's f&b outlets are opened to the public to dine, so listen up everyone! if u guys feel like visiting me or just wanna try out the superb food here, do give me a buzz! i cant gurantee a discount but i can assure you guys of the standard! ;)
soooooo.... if u guys are into french/chinese cuisine, fine dining style, do let me know!
cheers to one and all for the long week(end) ahead!
i'm really looking forward to nice long slp sessions & relaxing! :) hehe!
i'm also looking forward to sinfully yummyliciously yummy food! esp at my uncle's place!
will upload some pix, if i actually remember to capture them.... haa!
here's wishing one and all, a blessed lunar new year! =)
take care and drink more water ya'll!
so many things/events to look forward too everyone! :)
i've been working for the past 1 mth and things are more or less stabilising, so i'm thankful.
besides the bouts of usual headaches i get, i'm otherwise still fine, learning and adapting...
class 95 is my best companion at work and daily rushing is common.
the feeling is kind as all of us work hard together and do our best.
it's good to have a family environment! it's been confortable here :)
also, i have an extremely fun bunch of f&b staff here, who not only constantly feeds us good stuffs, and also educate us on fine places to dine at and how to appreciate food.
lovely bunch of pple really!
they've worked hard for the opening of our very own f&b outlets here in the club.
oh btw, the club's f&b outlets are opened to the public to dine, so listen up everyone! if u guys feel like visiting me or just wanna try out the superb food here, do give me a buzz! i cant gurantee a discount but i can assure you guys of the standard! ;)
soooooo.... if u guys are into french/chinese cuisine, fine dining style, do let me know!
cheers to one and all for the long week(end) ahead!
i'm really looking forward to nice long slp sessions & relaxing! :) hehe!
i'm also looking forward to sinfully yummyliciously yummy food! esp at my uncle's place!
will upload some pix, if i actually remember to capture them.... haa!
here's wishing one and all, a blessed lunar new year! =)
take care and drink more water ya'll!
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Monday, January 21, 2008
Monday, January 14, 2008
stable and field
working at the spore polo club has been enjoyable thus far,
the work is not insane, in fact i feel too lax most of the time.
comfortable is a gd word to describe the experience here.
i realised i hvnt quite blogged in a while...
i do miss my 'dear diary' moments.
new year, new experiences, new things!
time to do smthg different?
chinese new year is also ard the corner! time for our yearly pilgrimage?
ever since the start of the new year, time has passed by pretty quick
let's hope everything goes well.
wishing one and all, happiness and peace!
the work is not insane, in fact i feel too lax most of the time.
comfortable is a gd word to describe the experience here.
i realised i hvnt quite blogged in a while...
i do miss my 'dear diary' moments.
new year, new experiences, new things!
time to do smthg different?
chinese new year is also ard the corner! time for our yearly pilgrimage?
ever since the start of the new year, time has passed by pretty quick
let's hope everything goes well.
wishing one and all, happiness and peace!
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
when does what mean
sometimes certain things that people say affects you - directly or indirectly.
or is it just pure sensitivity, or a lack of it?
or is it merely a sweeping statement?
but the question is how can you help/prevent it from affecting you too much or ignore it?
well, one of my resolutions is to learn how to prioritise and manage my emotions.
rather than having people remind you that you're messed up huh?
or is it just pure sensitivity, or a lack of it?
or is it merely a sweeping statement?
but the question is how can you help/prevent it from affecting you too much or ignore it?
well, one of my resolutions is to learn how to prioritise and manage my emotions.
rather than having people remind you that you're messed up huh?
Monday, December 31, 2007
311207
this date marks the end of the year 2007.
havent had enough time to really reflect and recollect the year's happenings.
so fast time has come and gone. this year has come and is about to go.
so many things are abt to change. after all, change is the only constant thing in this world.
it is important to take time off to pause/stop in our busy tracks and learn to appreciate the people and things around us. because u will never know if it just slips you by or you might just lose it one day, without you knowing - when you least expected it.
here's a quick shout-out to all the people in my life, you know who you are:
Thank you, each and everyone one of you, for being in my life.
For the chance to know, grow and learn alongside you.
I appreciate every friendship i have and all that you have done for and with me.
I'm very sure we all share both happy and sad, good and bad memories.
Time is passing us by, yet we still stick by each other.
We each have vastly different; heavy/important committments and responsibilities, yet the most important thing is effort. It is what keeps and will continue to keep our friendships going.
I would like to wish one and all, a very HAPPY NEW YEAR of 2008!
Let's all go through the path of life together, you know you are never alone.
All the best in your endeavours! stay strong and positive! and pls pls pls take good care of your health! It is something money cannot buy.
I love you all.
:)
peace.
havent had enough time to really reflect and recollect the year's happenings.
so fast time has come and gone. this year has come and is about to go.
so many things are abt to change. after all, change is the only constant thing in this world.
it is important to take time off to pause/stop in our busy tracks and learn to appreciate the people and things around us. because u will never know if it just slips you by or you might just lose it one day, without you knowing - when you least expected it.
here's a quick shout-out to all the people in my life, you know who you are:
Thank you, each and everyone one of you, for being in my life.
For the chance to know, grow and learn alongside you.
I appreciate every friendship i have and all that you have done for and with me.
I'm very sure we all share both happy and sad, good and bad memories.
Time is passing us by, yet we still stick by each other.
We each have vastly different; heavy/important committments and responsibilities, yet the most important thing is effort. It is what keeps and will continue to keep our friendships going.
I would like to wish one and all, a very HAPPY NEW YEAR of 2008!
Let's all go through the path of life together, you know you are never alone.
All the best in your endeavours! stay strong and positive! and pls pls pls take good care of your health! It is something money cannot buy.
I love you all.
:)
peace.
Monday, December 24, 2007
christmas greetings
it's finally Christmas 2007!
time to gather with friends and family to enjoy this special occasion - to commemorate the birth of our Lord.
Christmas is a time to share love and make peace, be with the people you love and just enjoy the moment. else u'd have to wait another 12 months before the next comes again. however, till then, God knows if he'll take u away first isn't it?
that means that Christmas will be celebrated elsewhere. might not be as enjoyable, i think.
anyhow, no point thinking so much for now.
just simply enjoy the moment. enjoy what we have and share now.
live for the present! let tomorrow worry for itself.
Merry Christmas everyone!
I wish for world peace and for everyone to be happy.
Peace be with you.
time to gather with friends and family to enjoy this special occasion - to commemorate the birth of our Lord.
Christmas is a time to share love and make peace, be with the people you love and just enjoy the moment. else u'd have to wait another 12 months before the next comes again. however, till then, God knows if he'll take u away first isn't it?
that means that Christmas will be celebrated elsewhere. might not be as enjoyable, i think.
anyhow, no point thinking so much for now.
just simply enjoy the moment. enjoy what we have and share now.
live for the present! let tomorrow worry for itself.
Merry Christmas everyone!
I wish for world peace and for everyone to be happy.
Peace be with you.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
serenity
SERENITY: the state or quality of being serene, calm, or tranquil; sereneness.
The Serenity Prayer:
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
The Serenity Prayer:
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Monday, December 17, 2007
joke: religious nuts
There were four country churches in a small Texas town: The Presbyterian Church, the Baptist Church, the Methodist Church and the Catholic Church. Each church was overrun with pesky squirrels.
One day, the Presbyterian Church called a meeting to decide what to do about the squirrels. After much prayer and consideration they determined that the squirrels were predestined to be there and they shouldn't interfere with God's divine will.
In the Baptist Church the squirrels had taken up habitation in the baptistery. The deacons met and decided to put a cover on the baptistery and drown the squirrels in it. The squirrels escaped somehow and there were twice as many there the next week.
The Methodist Church got together and decided that they were not in a position to harm any of God's creation. So, they humanely trapped the Squirrels and set them free a few miles outside of town. Three days later, the squirrels were back.
But -- The Catholic Church came up with the best and most effective solution. They baptized the squirrels and registered them as members of the church. Now they only see them on Christmas and Easter.
One day, the Presbyterian Church called a meeting to decide what to do about the squirrels. After much prayer and consideration they determined that the squirrels were predestined to be there and they shouldn't interfere with God's divine will.
In the Baptist Church the squirrels had taken up habitation in the baptistery. The deacons met and decided to put a cover on the baptistery and drown the squirrels in it. The squirrels escaped somehow and there were twice as many there the next week.
The Methodist Church got together and decided that they were not in a position to harm any of God's creation. So, they humanely trapped the Squirrels and set them free a few miles outside of town. Three days later, the squirrels were back.
But -- The Catholic Church came up with the best and most effective solution. They baptized the squirrels and registered them as members of the church. Now they only see them on Christmas and Easter.
Sunday, December 09, 2007
sunday morning rain is falling
the weather has been awfully dreary...
with rain greeting you the first thing you open your eyes.
but thank god for the weather anyway,
at least we're still alive to enjoy it, isnt it?
one musnt be too picky.
contentment remember? :)
this morning, channel news asia wasnt too friendly with the news reporting.
the news hurt my ears and made my mind wondered.
not so good news, obviously.
as Denise mei always say, 'hey! it's christmas! time for giving and loving!'
is it really?
*shrugs*
not quite in this case, all ard us, bad stuffs are happening.
in Malaysia, bad flooding because of monsoon.
North Korea - peace and nuclear talks; as with Iran.
USA - the teen who went on a shooting spree in a mall in Nebraska Omaha.
my sympathy and prayers go out to all the victims ard the world.
peace to all.
with rain greeting you the first thing you open your eyes.
but thank god for the weather anyway,
at least we're still alive to enjoy it, isnt it?
one musnt be too picky.
contentment remember? :)
this morning, channel news asia wasnt too friendly with the news reporting.
the news hurt my ears and made my mind wondered.
not so good news, obviously.
as Denise mei always say, 'hey! it's christmas! time for giving and loving!'
is it really?
*shrugs*
not quite in this case, all ard us, bad stuffs are happening.
in Malaysia, bad flooding because of monsoon.
North Korea - peace and nuclear talks; as with Iran.
USA - the teen who went on a shooting spree in a mall in Nebraska Omaha.
my sympathy and prayers go out to all the victims ard the world.
peace to all.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
don't sweat the small stuff
things don't always go your way,
so learn to manage.
no point fussing,
cos u cant do anything abt it.
get over it,
and stop acting pathetic.
there cant always be pple ard to remind u on what to do,
or help u.
be strong and stay focused.
keep a calm and clear mind and do what u need to do.
so learn to manage.
no point fussing,
cos u cant do anything abt it.
get over it,
and stop acting pathetic.
there cant always be pple ard to remind u on what to do,
or help u.
be strong and stay focused.
keep a calm and clear mind and do what u need to do.
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Monday, November 26, 2007
live well, laugh often, & love with all your heart
just thought i'd share with you an email my Godpa sent me,
reading it stirred some feelings in me,
such as the Cambodian children and families,
they are facing POVERTY, not just mere poorness.
here we are in Singapore, with hardly any worries, no natural disasters,
yet those in our neighbouring countries are stricken with so many plagues and diseases,
yet here we are, thinking about buying each other Christmas presents,
going shopping in the mall, what to eat, what to wear, getting fussy over this and that,
complaining and whining abt our "sad" and "pathetic" and "full-of-worries" lives,
really, don't we understand what contentment is? or are we just too complacent? or are we too proud to admit we fall within this 'materialistic' category?
the email goes like this: -
I AM THANKFUL:
FOR THE WIFE WHO SAYS IT'S HOT DOGS TONIGHT,
BECAUSE SHE IS HOME WITH ME,
AND NOT OUT WITH SOMEONE ELSE.
FOR THE HUSBAND WHO IS ON THE SOFA BEING A COUCH POTATO,
BECAUSE HE IS HOME WITH ME
AND NOT OUT AT THE BARS.
FOR THE TEENAGER WHO IS COMPLAINING ABOUT DOING DISHES
BECAUSE IT MEANS SHE IS AT HOME,
NOT ON THE STREETS.
FOR THE TAXES I PAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM EMPLOYED.
FOR THE MESS TO CLEAN AFTER A PARTY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN SURROUNDED BY FRIENDS.
FOR THE CLOTHES THAT FIT A LITTLE TOO SNUG
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE ENOUGH TO EAT.
FOR MY SHADOW THAT WATCHES ME WORK
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM OUT IN THE SUNSHINE.
FOR A LAWN THAT NEEDS MOWING, WINDOWS THAT NEED CLEANING, AND GUTTERS THAT NEED FIXING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE A HOME .
FOR ALL THE COMPLAINING I HEAR ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT
BECAUSE IT MEANS WE HAVE FREEDOM OF SPEECH.
FOR THE PARKING SPOT I FIND AT THE FAR END OF THE PARKING LOT
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM CAPABLE OF WALKING
AND I HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TRANSPORTATION .
FOR MY HUGE HEATING BILL
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM WARM.
FOR THE LADY BEHIND ME IN CHURCH WHO SINGS OFF KEY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I CAN HEAR.
FOR THE PILE OF LAUNDRY AND IRONING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE CLOTHES TO WEAR.
FOR WEARINESS AND ACHING MUSCLES AT THE END OF THE DAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN CAPABLE OF WORKING HARD.
FOR THE ALARM THAT GOES OFF IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM ALIVE.
AND FINALLY, FOR TOO MUCH E-MAIL
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE FRIENDS WHO ARE THINKING OF ME.
SEND THIS TO SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT. I JUST DID.
In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. I Thessalonians 5:18
there is a reason why people celebrate thanksgiving.
it is to thank God for everything and everything He has been providing us right from centuries ago till now.
who are we to complain abt a lack of anything?
whatever happened to acts of charity?
imagine what we could do with all the unnecessary shopping money,
the money spent on excessive eating and eating at restaurants?
of cos it's easy to say: "i need to spoil myself after a long day." or "i worked so hard, so i deserve to enjoy." don't we all fall prey to statements like these?
every year end is the most emotional for me, this is when i start recollecting events that came and went, and what the next year would hold. time to start planning my life ahead.
some pple adviced that i shudnt think too much or too far; others say 'ya, it's gd to plan ahead and know what ure doing.'
it's all abt being in control isn't it?
as we mature or grow older, we're suppose to be wiser. it is very much a cause and effect situation - such as decisions and environmental factors affecting our lives, mold our belives, mannerisms, thoughts and actions and the things we do.
in my own little world, i wished things were different. i wished we didn't have to be so pampered and bratty. i wished we cud learn more abt humility and perseverance.
we have everything and more here on this island. yet it is never enough.
things will never be good enough for us, isn't it?
according to what we're taught in schools, theories such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs...
we know that we are on a constant search for better things, to constantly improve our needs, wants and desires.
time for a reality check people.
1st things 1st, let's do some soul-searching this year end, and truly, be thankful for everything we have. God has been very kind to us. indeed, we are truly blest.
i hope u all realise that.
reading it stirred some feelings in me,
such as the Cambodian children and families,
they are facing POVERTY, not just mere poorness.
here we are in Singapore, with hardly any worries, no natural disasters,
yet those in our neighbouring countries are stricken with so many plagues and diseases,
yet here we are, thinking about buying each other Christmas presents,
going shopping in the mall, what to eat, what to wear, getting fussy over this and that,
complaining and whining abt our "sad" and "pathetic" and "full-of-worries" lives,
really, don't we understand what contentment is? or are we just too complacent? or are we too proud to admit we fall within this 'materialistic' category?
the email goes like this: -
I AM THANKFUL:
FOR THE WIFE WHO SAYS IT'S HOT DOGS TONIGHT,
BECAUSE SHE IS HOME WITH ME,
AND NOT OUT WITH SOMEONE ELSE.
FOR THE HUSBAND WHO IS ON THE SOFA BEING A COUCH POTATO,
BECAUSE HE IS HOME WITH ME
AND NOT OUT AT THE BARS.
FOR THE TEENAGER WHO IS COMPLAINING ABOUT DOING DISHES
BECAUSE IT MEANS SHE IS AT HOME,
NOT ON THE STREETS.
FOR THE TAXES I PAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM EMPLOYED.
FOR THE MESS TO CLEAN AFTER A PARTY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN SURROUNDED BY FRIENDS.
FOR THE CLOTHES THAT FIT A LITTLE TOO SNUG
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE ENOUGH TO EAT.
FOR MY SHADOW THAT WATCHES ME WORK
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM OUT IN THE SUNSHINE.
FOR A LAWN THAT NEEDS MOWING, WINDOWS THAT NEED CLEANING, AND GUTTERS THAT NEED FIXING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE A HOME .
FOR ALL THE COMPLAINING I HEAR ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT
BECAUSE IT MEANS WE HAVE FREEDOM OF SPEECH.
FOR THE PARKING SPOT I FIND AT THE FAR END OF THE PARKING LOT
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM CAPABLE OF WALKING
AND I HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TRANSPORTATION .
FOR MY HUGE HEATING BILL
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM WARM.
FOR THE LADY BEHIND ME IN CHURCH WHO SINGS OFF KEY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I CAN HEAR.
FOR THE PILE OF LAUNDRY AND IRONING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE CLOTHES TO WEAR.
FOR WEARINESS AND ACHING MUSCLES AT THE END OF THE DAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN CAPABLE OF WORKING HARD.
FOR THE ALARM THAT GOES OFF IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM ALIVE.
AND FINALLY, FOR TOO MUCH E-MAIL
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE FRIENDS WHO ARE THINKING OF ME.
SEND THIS TO SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT. I JUST DID.
In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. I Thessalonians 5:18
there is a reason why people celebrate thanksgiving.
it is to thank God for everything and everything He has been providing us right from centuries ago till now.
who are we to complain abt a lack of anything?
whatever happened to acts of charity?
imagine what we could do with all the unnecessary shopping money,
the money spent on excessive eating and eating at restaurants?
of cos it's easy to say: "i need to spoil myself after a long day." or "i worked so hard, so i deserve to enjoy." don't we all fall prey to statements like these?
every year end is the most emotional for me, this is when i start recollecting events that came and went, and what the next year would hold. time to start planning my life ahead.
some pple adviced that i shudnt think too much or too far; others say 'ya, it's gd to plan ahead and know what ure doing.'
it's all abt being in control isn't it?
as we mature or grow older, we're suppose to be wiser. it is very much a cause and effect situation - such as decisions and environmental factors affecting our lives, mold our belives, mannerisms, thoughts and actions and the things we do.
in my own little world, i wished things were different. i wished we didn't have to be so pampered and bratty. i wished we cud learn more abt humility and perseverance.
we have everything and more here on this island. yet it is never enough.
things will never be good enough for us, isn't it?
according to what we're taught in schools, theories such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs...
we know that we are on a constant search for better things, to constantly improve our needs, wants and desires.
time for a reality check people.
1st things 1st, let's do some soul-searching this year end, and truly, be thankful for everything we have. God has been very kind to us. indeed, we are truly blest.
i hope u all realise that.
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
randoms rants
countdown to Christmas: - 34 days
the weather has been cool and so christmassy.
the breeze that follows each rainfall is so chilly.
christmas carols are the best music now.
and red, green, gold, silver, black, white are all in fashion!
this is the best time to snuggle up with friends and that special someone.
i'm so glad denise mei is coming back soon! :)
hoping to plan a get-together with different grps of my frens.
worry often follows the things i think about.
esp pertaining to career and just general perspectives on life.
exam results will be released in 2 weeks. i cant deny i'm worried.
really don't know what to expect. and i hate that i don't know what to expect.
about my 1st job, i dont want to make a hasty decision.
neither do i want to feel pressured into anything.
friends ard me have been help to my thot process. thanks, everyone... much appreciated.
of cos, this statement is often heard: "ultimately, the decision lies with you. u hv to make the choice."
it gets tiring hearing that ever so often.
i need happier days. or maybe it's just me.
am i unhappy with myself or am i unhappy with things ard me?
or am i just generally unhappy?
gee. i cant quite tell. that sucks.
i don't wanna be anal and grumpy all the time. i hv enough pple ard me who r like that!
time to hit the beach and just stare out at sea.
i need my space and time.
maybe chocolates/desserts will do me some good! =)
and i wanna go mambo soon!
maybe some free travel?
hahaha! i'm keeping my fingers crossed!
keep warm everyone!
the weather has been cool and so christmassy.
the breeze that follows each rainfall is so chilly.
christmas carols are the best music now.
and red, green, gold, silver, black, white are all in fashion!
this is the best time to snuggle up with friends and that special someone.
i'm so glad denise mei is coming back soon! :)
hoping to plan a get-together with different grps of my frens.
worry often follows the things i think about.
esp pertaining to career and just general perspectives on life.
exam results will be released in 2 weeks. i cant deny i'm worried.
really don't know what to expect. and i hate that i don't know what to expect.
about my 1st job, i dont want to make a hasty decision.
neither do i want to feel pressured into anything.
friends ard me have been help to my thot process. thanks, everyone... much appreciated.
of cos, this statement is often heard: "ultimately, the decision lies with you. u hv to make the choice."
it gets tiring hearing that ever so often.
i need happier days. or maybe it's just me.
am i unhappy with myself or am i unhappy with things ard me?
or am i just generally unhappy?
gee. i cant quite tell. that sucks.
i don't wanna be anal and grumpy all the time. i hv enough pple ard me who r like that!
time to hit the beach and just stare out at sea.
i need my space and time.
maybe chocolates/desserts will do me some good! =)
and i wanna go mambo soon!
maybe some free travel?
hahaha! i'm keeping my fingers crossed!
keep warm everyone!
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Monday, November 12, 2007
12 Nov 2007 - Luke
this is about forgiveness - a merciful gift from God.
If your brother comes back to you seven times a day and says, 'I am sorry', you must forgive him.
Jesus said to his disciples, 'Obstacles are sure to come, but alas for the one who provides them! It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a milestone put round his neck than that he should lead astray a single one of these little ones. Watch yourselves!
'If your brother does something wrong, reprove him and, if he is sorry, forgive him. And if he wrongs you seven times a day and seven times comes back to you and says, "I am sorry," you must forgive him.'
The apostles said to the Lord, 'Increase our faith.' The Lord replied, 'Were your faith the size of a mustard seed you could say to this mulberry tree, "Be uprooted and planted in the sea," and it would obey you.'
to attain inner peace, the best way is to forgive. let go of the hurt and misery.
why keep harping on it? move on and try to make urself happy.
everything happens for a reason.
that's when good and effective communication plays a vital role.
dont ever expect to read each others' minds and nvr expect the other party to know wad ure thinking and feeling if u fail to communicate that across. bcos tt is the root of the problem. expectations and bad communication. the 2 big evils.
it takes alot to apologise. to admit a mistake.
it also takes alot to forgive and let it go.
but isnt that wad love is all about?
it takes 2 hands to clap in this situation, 1 is willing to say sorry. therefore, the other shud be willing to accept it graciously.
if God can be merciful towards us, why cant we be merciful towards the pple ard us?
so lets take a big leap of faith and embrace God's mercy and love.
Forgive someone today!
If your brother comes back to you seven times a day and says, 'I am sorry', you must forgive him.
Jesus said to his disciples, 'Obstacles are sure to come, but alas for the one who provides them! It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a milestone put round his neck than that he should lead astray a single one of these little ones. Watch yourselves!
'If your brother does something wrong, reprove him and, if he is sorry, forgive him. And if he wrongs you seven times a day and seven times comes back to you and says, "I am sorry," you must forgive him.'
The apostles said to the Lord, 'Increase our faith.' The Lord replied, 'Were your faith the size of a mustard seed you could say to this mulberry tree, "Be uprooted and planted in the sea," and it would obey you.'
to attain inner peace, the best way is to forgive. let go of the hurt and misery.
why keep harping on it? move on and try to make urself happy.
everything happens for a reason.
that's when good and effective communication plays a vital role.
dont ever expect to read each others' minds and nvr expect the other party to know wad ure thinking and feeling if u fail to communicate that across. bcos tt is the root of the problem. expectations and bad communication. the 2 big evils.
it takes alot to apologise. to admit a mistake.
it also takes alot to forgive and let it go.
but isnt that wad love is all about?
it takes 2 hands to clap in this situation, 1 is willing to say sorry. therefore, the other shud be willing to accept it graciously.
if God can be merciful towards us, why cant we be merciful towards the pple ard us?
so lets take a big leap of faith and embrace God's mercy and love.
Forgive someone today!
Sunday, November 04, 2007
02 Nov 2007
thanks for coming!
the cake is absolute yum.
special thanks to them!
my "rose bush"
i thot this was THE "rose bush"
Saturday, November 03, 2007
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