Shine Like The Stars Forever & Ever . . .

2007-08-21T01:39:00.000+08:00

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Loves.

Stand Up For Love

2005-11-08T22:47:00.000+08:00

Destiny's Child - Stand Up For Love 2005 World Children's Day Anthem

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[Beyonce]

There are times I find it hard to sleep at night
We are living through such troubled times
And every child that reaches out
For someone to hold
For one moment
They become my own

And how can I pretend that I don't know
What's going on?
When every second
And every minute
Another soul is gone

And I believe that in my life
I will see
An end to hopelessness
Or giving up
Or suffering

If we all stand together this one time
Then no one will get left behind
And stand up for life
Stand up
For love

[Kelly]

I'm inspired
And hope for
Each and everyday
That's how I know that things are gonna change
So how can I pretend that I don't know
What's going on?
When every second
And every minute
Another soul is gone

And I believe that in my life
I will see
An end to hopelessness
Or giving up
Or suffering

If we all stand together this one time
Then no one will get left behind
And stand up for life
Stand up
For love

[Michelle]

And it all starts right here
And it starts right now
One person stand up, and
And the rest will follow
For all the forgotten
And for all the unloved

I'm gonna sing this song

And I believe
That in my life
I will see
An end to hopelessness
Or giving up
Or suffering

If we all stand together this one time
Then no one will get left behind
Stand up
for life
stand up
and sing, yeah
Stand up (doesn't she sound great?)
For love
For love
For love...

I think it is simply beautiful for Destiny's Child to release this as their last song together. Don't you think we should do something for all the children out there who are helpless and dying? If we don't, then no one else will. It takes, that one man, than one woman to stand up!

Love never fails.

2005-11-02T13:32:00.000+08:00

Votary \VOH-tuh-ree\, noun:

1. One who is devoted, given, or addicted to some particular pursuit, subject, study, or way of life.
2. A devoted admirer.
3. A devout adherent of a religion or cult.
4. A dedicated believer or advocate.

2005-10-31T17:59:00.000+08:00

You Should Get a MFA (Masters of Fine Arts)

You're a blooming artistic talent, even if you aren't quite convinced. (yr right about me not being convinced! haha..)

You'd make an incredible artist, photographer, or film maker.

What Advanced Degree Should You Get?

Your Inner Child Is Surprised

You see many things through the eyes of a child.

Meaning, you're rarely cynical orjaded.

You cherish all of the details in life.

Easily fascinated, you enjoy experiencing new things.

How Is Your Inner Child?

Your Brain's Pattern

You have a dreamy mind, full of fancy and fantasy.You have the ability to stay forever entertained with your thoughts.People may say you're hard to read, but that's because you're so internally focused.But when you do share what you're thinking, people are impressed with your imagination.

What Pattern Is Your Brain?

You Aren't A Diva

You don't like to cause a fuss or draw attention to yourself.You're easygoing, and you can even put up from diva behavior from others.This makes you everyone's favorite trusty companion.But watch out - it could also make you their favorite dormat.

Are You a Diva?

You Are a Very Good Girl

You are 100% Good and 0% Bad

You're a perfect angel - almost impossibly so

Don't you ever feel like being a little bad?!? (Nope... )

Are You a Good Girl or a Bad Girl?

Your Hair Should Be Pink

Hyper, insane, and a boatload of fun.You're a traveling party that everyone loves to follow.

Weeeee!! =P

What's Your Funky Inner Hair Color?

Your Personality Is

Idealist (NF)

You are a passionate, caring, and unique person.You are good at expressing yourself and sharing your ideals.
You are the most compassionate of all types and connect with others easily.Your heart tends to rule you. You can't make decisions without considering feelings.
You seek out other empathetic people to befriend.Truth and authenticity matters in your friendships.
In love, you give everything you have to relationships. You fall in love easily.
At work, you crave personal expression and meaning in your career.
With others, you communicate well. You can spend all night talking with someone.
As far as your looks go, you've likely taken the time to develop your own personal style.
On weekends, you like to be with others. Charity work is also a favorite pastime of yours.

The Three Question Personality Test

Shine so bright!!

2005-10-26T17:12:00.000+08:00

You cannot imagine the joy I had when we were praising God with this beautiful song . . . =) Click to hear it! ;)

Shine Like Stars
- Jakarta Praise Community Church

Look at the world we live today
Look at the hurting everywhere
Let us see mercy and Your grace
Over flowing every place
Let us be one with You today
Let Your glory fall

We will shine
Shine like stars above
Shining in Your light
Guided by Your love
Let Your fire burn in us
Burning like the sun
As we glorify
Show Your Kingdom come
In all the earth

Teach us to live in righteousness
Teach us to love in one accord
Guide us to live life everyday
As we worship in Your court
Let us declare Your majesty
Let Your glory fall

We will shine like stars above
As we're burning like the sun

~ Let your light so shine before man, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matt 15:16) ~

~ Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever. (Dan 12:13) ~

Shaped for Success

2005-10-10T22:09:00.000+08:00

Sucess comes from a Latin word meaning 'to follow'
Does not come automatically but something that follows as a result of.
It is one thing to set goals and another to fufil them!
It takes a person with a SUCCESS personality to be successful in life.

SUCCESS

S - Sense of direction

Know where yr heading
Be purpose driven - life becomes active and not just standing by to wait for something to happen.
Jesus didn't allow anyone to deter him not even his best disciples to from going to the Cross.

U - Understanding

U can't be a sucessful person if u don't have good interpersonal relationships with people -must understand one another
Misunderstanding is often the major cause for breakdown of human relations.
Many times we add opinions to facts and are unable to distinguish between them.
Only 7% of communication is verbal, the rest is conveyed through our tone or body language!
Don't leave room for second guessing. Express thoughts clearly and throughoughly.
Break and deter misunderstandings!
Learn to maxismise other's opportunties to understand you. Build the bridge - allow people to understand you.

C - Courage

The courage to change.
Can mean acting on little things - a little step at a time
Sometimes changes require risks.
Visualise the times when u have took risks and were successful.
David told Saul he wanted to fight Goliath. He found strength as he recalled that he killed a lion and a bear.
Let past sucess built on yr future sucess!
Not every molehill is a mountain.
Fear is often a illusion! FEAR= False Evidence Appearing Real

C - Charitable

The definition of being happy is making others happy!
The definition of success is making others successful!
Do unto others what u want them to do unto you.

E - Esteem

A healthy self esteem is the most important cornerstone for success.
The greatest pitfall for success is low self esteem. It says "No use, I can't win"
It is like digging yourself a pit which u can only get out when decide to renew yr mind.
Self - esteem is not a universal solution but it is the foundation for a multitude of solution.

S - Self-Confidence

Believing that I am a competent, able human being.
Confident that "I can do it."
Phil 4:13
Instead of thinking to yrself, "Who do u think u are?" Start thinking, "Why not ??"
A champion is not one that doesn't fail but one that does not quit!

S - Self- Acceptance

Learn to accept yrself as unique creation of God
Recgonise that u a person with godly, spiritual gifts.
Eph 2:10 10 - 'For we are God's [own] handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live].'
Accept yrself as a new creation of God.
Acknowlege yr worthiness when you are in Christ Jesus.
Ps 139: 13 - 14 'For You did form my inward parts; You did knit me together in my mother's womb. I will confess and praise You for You are fearful and wonderful and for the awful wonder of my birth! Wonderful are Your works, and that my inner self knows right well.'

FAILURE-type personality

1. F - Frustration

need not neccesarily be bad if it leads u to positive response
only bad when reacted wrongly to

2. A - Aggressiveness

I don't want to be an aggressive person, I want to be an assertive person.
A assertive person lifts people up and makes everyone work together to acheive the goal.
An aggressive person turns people off! Watch yr tone and body lang (or the person that yr talking to ;) )!

2. I - Insecurity

Instead of focusing on goal, yr always focusing on whether u are pleasing people or not
Stems from feeling of inadequacy, a sense that I'm not meeting people's expectations.
Leads to false belief and setting of unrealistic goals.
If I don't have the right personality, even if I set goals, i will give up half-way.

3. L - Loneliness

Nothing wrong with being alone but
Loneliness = Putting all energy into feeling sorry for yrself.
Best cure for loneliness is to get involved!

4. U - Uncertainty

Believes that "I will never get off track if I don't begin in the first place."
Always results in stagnation!
Risk taking may lead to mistakes but giving in to uncertainty means a guarantee for failure!
Change uncertainty into positive actions!

5. R - Resentment

Forgive all the time. =)
Learn to release forgivness!
Consciously choose to look at a seemingly resentful situation in a different light by placing yrself in the person's shoes.

6. E - Emptiness

deeper than loneliness
a void that is not filled, feels that life is meaningless
really a sympton of low self-image
Best cure: Invite Jesus to come into yr life to be yr hope and yr future!
After that, start writing downs goals and plans for yr life.

By avoiding failure, U can't help but acheive SUCCESS! =)

Sandcastles

2005-10-10T20:10:00.000+08:00

Sandcastles - Max Lucado

Hot sun. Salty air. Rhythmic waves.
A little boy is on the beach.

On his knees he scoops and packs the sand with plastic shovels into a bright red bucket.
Then he upends the bucket on the surface and lifts it.
And, to the delight of the little architect, a castle tower is created.

All afternoon he will work.
Spooning out the moat.
Packing the walls.
Bottle tops will be sentries.
Popsicle sticks will be bridges.
A sandcastle will be built.

Big city.
Busy streets.
Rumbling traffic.
A man is in his office.

At his desk he shuffles papers into stacks and delegates assignments.
He cradles the phone on his shoulder and punches the keyboard with his fingers.
Numbers are juggled and contracts are signed and much to the delight of the man,
a profit is made.

All his life he will work.
Formulating the plans.
Forecasting the future.
Annuities will be sentries.
Capital gains will be bridges.
An empire will be built.

Two builders of two castles.
They have much in common.

They shape granules into grandeurs.
They see nothing and make something.
They are diligent and determined.
And for both the tide will rise and the end will come.

Yet, that is where the similarities cease.

For the boy sees the end while the man ignores it.
So, one is prepared and one isn't.
One is peaceful while the other panics.
As the waves near, the wise child jumps to his feet and begins to clap.

There is no sorrow.
No fear.
No regret.

He knew this would happen.
He is not surprised.
And when the great breaker crashes into his castle and his masterpiece is sucked into the sea, he smiles.

He smiles, picks up his tools, takes his Father's hand, and goes home. =)

Shakespeare's Take on Love

2005-10-10T19:56:00.000+08:00

"Romeo" in Romeo and Juliet act 1, sc. 1 by William Shakespeare

Love is not love
Which alters when it alteration finds,
Or bends with the remover to remove:
O, no! it is an ever-fixed mark,
That looks on tempests and is never shaken.

- William Shakespeare

Love's not Time's fool, though rosy lips and cheeks
Within his bending sickle's compass come;
Love alters not with his brief hours and weeks,
But bears it out even to the edge of doom.
If this be error and upon me prov'd,
I never writ, nor no man ever lov'd.

- William Shakespeare

My love is as boundless as the sea,
My love as deep; the more I give to thee,
The more I have, for both are infinite.

His Perfect Love

2005-10-06T01:41:00.000+08:00

Majesty (Here I am) - Delirious

Verse 1:
Here I am humbled by Your Majesty
Covered by Your grace so I'm free
Here I am, knowing I'm a sinful man
Covered by the blood of the Lamb

Pre-chorus:
Now I've found the greatest love of all is mine
Since You laid down Your life
The greatest sacrifice

Chorus:
Majesty, Majesty
Your grace has found me just as I am
Empty handed, but alive in Your hands
Majesty, Majesty
Forever I am changed by Your love
In the presence of your Majesty

Verse 2:
Here I am humbled by the love that You give
Forgiven so that I can forgive
Here I stand, knowing that I'm your desire
Sanctified by glory and fire

" mY hEART WiLL sInG "

2005-10-03T20:47:00.000+08:00

Isaiah 54 (New King James Version)

1. "Sing, O barren, You who have not borne! Break forth into singing, and cry aloud, You who have not labored with child! For more are the children of the desolate Than the children of the married woman," says the LORD.

2 "Enlarge the place of your tent, And let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings; Do not spare; Lengthen your cords, And strengthen your stakes.

3 For you shall expand to the right and to the left, And your descendants will inherit the nations, And make the desolate cities inhabited. "

4 "Do not fear, for you will not be ashamed; Neither be disgraced, for you will not be put to shame; For you will forget the shame of your youth, And will not remember the reproach of your widowhood anymore.

5 For your Maker is your husband, The LORD of hosts is His name; And your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel; He is called the God of the whole earth.

6 For the LORD has called you like a woman forsaken and grieved in spirit, Like a youthful wife when you were refused." Says your God.

7 "For a mere moment I have forsaken you, But with great mercies I will gather you.

8 With a little wrath I hid My face from you for a moment; But with everlasting kindness I will have mercy on you" Says the LORD, your Redeemer.

9 "For this is like the waters of Noah to Me; For as I have sworn That the waters of Noah would no longer cover the earth, So have I sworn That I would not be angry with you, nor rebuke you.

10 For the mountains shall depart And the hills be removed, But My kindness shall not depart from you, Nor shall My covenant of peace be removed," Says the LORD, who has mercy on you.

11 "O you afflicted one, Tossed with tempest, and not comforted, behold, I will lay your stones with colorful gems, And lay your foundations with sapphires.

12 I will make your pinnacles of rubies, Your gates of crystal, And all your walls of precious stones.

13 All your children shall be taught by the LORD, And great shall be the peace of your children.

14 In righteousness you shall be established; You shall be far from oppression, for you shall not fear; And from terror, for it shall not come near you.

15 Indeed they shall surely assemble, but not because of Me. Whoever assembles against you shall fall for your sake."

16 " Behold, I have created the blacksmith Who blows the coals in the fire, Who brings forth an instrument for his work; And I have created the spoiler to destroy.

17 No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, And their righteousness is from Me," Says the LORD.

God is Great! =)

2005-10-01T08:07:00.000+08:00

Psalm 145 (New King James Version)
A Praise of David.

1 I will extol You, my God, O King;
And I will bless Your name forever and ever.

2 Every day I will bless You,
And I will praise Your name forever and ever.

3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised;
And His greatness is unsearchable.

4 One generation shall praise Your works to another,
And shall declare Your mighty acts.

5 I will meditate on the glorious splendor of Your majesty,
And on Your wondrous works

6 Men shall speak of the might of Your awesome acts,
And I will declare Your greatness.

7 They shall utter the memory of Your great goodness,
And shall sing of Your righteousness.

8 The LORD is gracious and full of compassion,
Slow to anger and great in mercy.

9 The LORD is good to all,
And His tender mercies are over all His works.

10 All Your works shall praise You, O LORD,

And Your saints shall bless You.

11 They shall speak of the glory of Your kingdom,

And talk of Your power,

12 To make known to the sons of men His mighty acts,

And the glorious majesty of His kingdom.

13 Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom,
And Your dominion endures throughout all generations

14 The LORD upholds all who fall,
And raises up all who are bowed down.

15 The eyes of all look expectantly to You,
And You give them their food in due season.

16 You open Your hand
And satisfy the desire of every living thing.

17 The LORD is righteous in all His ways,
Gracious in all His works.

18 The LORD is near to all who call upon Him,
To all who call upon Him in truth.

19 He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him;
He also will hear their cry and save them.

20 The LORD preserves all who love Him,
But all the wicked He will destroy.

21 My mouth shall speak the praise of the LORD,
And all flesh shall bless His holy name
Forever and ever.

All I Need

2005-09-29T21:48:00.000+08:00

All I need is You - Hillsong United

Left my fear by the side of the road
Hear You speak, won't let go
Fall to my knees as I lift my hands to pray
Got every reason to be here again
Father's love that draws me in
And all my eyes wanna see is a glimpse of You

All I need is You
All I need is You Lord, is You Lord
All I need is You
All I need is you Lord, is You Lord

One more day and it's not the same
Your Spirit calls my heart to sing
Drawn to the voice of my Saviour once again
Where would my soul be without Your Son?
Gave His life to save the earth
Rest in the thought that You're watching over me

All I need is You All I need is You
All I need is You All I need is You

You hold the universe
You hold everyone on earth
You hold the universe
You hold ... You hold...

2005-09-23T12:20:00.000+08:00

We love people and we use things . . .
We don't use people and love things!

" ... to the nations..."

2005-09-07T18:36:00.000+08:00

I just came back from the JC Cluster Prayer Meeting. It was so awesome.To all those that were there, thank you so much for availing yourselves to come together to worship the Lord and pray together in such a manner. To all those that couldn't make it... try harder the next time round!

God encouraged me from Gal 6:9 (AMP): " And let us not lose heart and grow weary and faint in acting nobly and doing right, for in due time and at the appointed season we shall reap, if (condition!) we do not loosen and relax our courage and faint. "

What are u working towards right now? Salvation of friends and family? Growth in your CG? Better grades? Whatever good u are doing now, despair not if at the present u are unable to see the fruits of your labour because in due time u shall reap what u have sown, if, and only if, u do not lose heart! The world may be against u and people may fail u but u must not fail yourself!You must keep on hoping and believing! Never,never,never,never,never give up! Perservere and be a man and woman of inward steel. Be blessed! =)

Life more abundantly! =)

2005-09-06T20:06:00.000+08:00

John 10:10 (AMP)

" The thief (Satan) comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy.

I (Jesus) came that they (U & I) may have and enjoy life,

and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows)."

Praise the Lord!

God is a good God; the devil is a bad devil but we win!

Hallelujah! =)

Heaven

2005-08-29T17:17:00.000+08:00

Heaven - Hillsong

I NEED YOUR LOVE
LIKE THE DESERT NEEDS THE RAIN
I NEED YOUR TOUCH
LIKE THE FIRE NEEDS THE FLAME

ONE MOMENT WITHOUT YOU NEAR
IS HEARTACHE I CANNOT BEAR
A LIFETIME WITH YOU O LORD
IS HEAVEN I LONG TO KNOW
HEAVEN

COME COVER ME
LIKE THE OCEAN MEETS THE SHORE
SHINE ON MY LIFE
LIKE THE MORNING STEALS THE NIGHT

Psalm 56

2005-08-24T20:49:00.000+08:00

Psalm 56 (Amplified Bible)

To the Chief Musician; [set to the tune of] "Silent Dove Among Those Far Away." Of David. A record of memorable thoughts when the Philistines seized him in Gath.

1 BE MERCIFUL and gracious to me, O God, for man would trample me or devour me; all the day long the adversary oppresses me.

2 They that lie in wait for me would swallow me up or trample me all day long, for they are many who fight against me, O Most High!

3 What time I am afraid, I will have confidence in and put my trust and reliance in You.

4 By [the help of] God I will praise His word; on God I lean, rely, and confidently put my trust; I will not fear. What can man, who is flesh, do to me?

5 All day long they twist my words and trouble my affairs; all their thoughts are against me for evil and my hurt.

6 They gather themselves together, they hide themselves, they watch my steps, even as they have [expectantly] waited for my life.

7 They think to escape with iniquity, and shall they? In Your indignation bring down the peoples, O God.

8 You number and record my wanderings; put my tears into Your bottle--are they not in Your book?

9 Then shall my enemies turn back in the day that I cry out; this I know, for God is for me.

10 In God, Whose word I praise, in the Lord, Whose word I praise,

11 In God have I put my trust and confident reliance; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?

12 Your vows are upon me, O God; I will render praise to You and give You thank offerings.

13 For You have delivered my life from death, yes, and my feet from falling, that I may walk before God in the light of life and of the living.

The Time Has Come!

2005-08-15T17:54:00.000+08:00

It was a beautiful... =)

Reach Out For the Skies
Composed by: Elaine Chan
Lyrics by: Selena Tan
Arranged by: Joshua Wan

At a time when hope was low
The journey seems unsure
But through it all
We've kept the flame alive

Now standing proud and tall
Our spirit strong and free
Building on hopes and dreams
It's here we want to be!

Let's reach out for the skies
With wings we soar up high
Our dreams we'll all achieve
We'll make our destiny!

Let's reach out for the skies
With wings we soar up high
Our dreams we'll all achieve
Let's soar and reach for the skies

When I think about my dreams
The future it can be
The time has come for me
To strive and to achieve

With hopes within our hearts
As one hand in hand
For family and our friends
Let's do the best we can

We can touch the skies !

He Is . . .

2005-08-12T00:49:00.000+08:00

I prayed for friends that i can stick with for life and He sent two lovely people to do just that. He is so amazing. =)

When i felt lost, He sent people to comfort and to encourage me. He is my Parakeitos. =)

When i felt like the road ahead is paved with difficulties,He reminds me that I am to perservere and to endure harship like a true soldier of Jesus Christ. He is my strength and my portion.

When i cried out for love, He came and embraced me in His loving arms.... His love is so, so pure.

He deserves all the praise
and all the worship.

2005-07-29T21:18:00.000+08:00

MOTIVATIONAL GIFTS SURVEY RESULTS

Based on the responses you provided, we have computed the following scores for you (on a scale to 100 percent):

	The Perceiver:		60%
	The Server:		55%
	The Teacher:		45%
	The Encourager:		55%
	The Giver:		80%
	The Ruler:		45%
	Showing Mercy:		48%

We have discovered that people often have a combination of two or three gifts that makes them unique. This would be shown by the top two or three percentages in your profile. There is a possible 100% for each gift.

For your convenience, the following are definitions of the seven gifts and the behaviors of each gift seen in scripture. We also provide the Greek root word for each gift (used in Romans 12) to give a better understanding of the essence of each gift:

The Perceiver

The first motivational gift in Romans 12 is the gift of perceiving. The Greek word for this gift is "propheteia". In scripture, we can see specific traits and behaviors of the gift of perceiving. They are: 1) the ability to interpret scripture, 2) to reveal information to others, and 3) an ability to speak the mind of God.

Perceivers have a keen sense of right and wrong. This is a form of discernment that we have seen in Christians and non-Christians alike. It is because of this sense of right and wrong that perceivers hold very high standards. They tend to be perfectionists because of their high standards and often become their own worst critics. In some cases, perceivers do not realize their gift and they can become very critical of other people or situations, which emerges as a pessimistic attitude.

The primary function of this gift is to reveal information the perceiver has discerned in a way that will help others. This information is not always positive and well received. As a result, perceivers sometimes appear direct, blunt, or inconsiderate of the feelings of others particularly when sharing this information with people possessing different motivational gifts. This is a classic case of the gift being misunderstood because their real intention is to help people.

In contrast, at times the primary function of the gift is not to reveal the information the perceiver has discerned – in these cases, God has allowed the perceiver to discern such things so they can pray about them. Often when people do not understand the purpose of this gift, they can feel (and become) judgmental instead of prayerful. Make no mistake about it, this information is purposefully shown to the perceiver for a reason!

The Server

The second motivational gift is the gift of service. The Greek word for service is "diakonia". Throughout the New Testament scriptures there are three specific behaviors or traits demonstrated. They are: 1) providing for the physical, material, or spiritual needs of people 2) taking care of the less fortunate in society such as the poor or the widowed and 3) helping in the distribution or collection of food, clothing, etc. to give to those in need.

Servers have an extraordinary ability to recognize tasks that need to be done. They are very cognizant of their surroundings. Perhaps this comes from their need to provide for others as seen in scripture. Servers are the first to lend a hand. Often they work in the background providing services that others will never see. Servers show their loyalty through action rather than words.

What motivates a server is helping someone else. Because servers have a tendency to prefer jobs in support roles, they are not usually in the forefront or public eye. They prefer to accomplish their tasks without an audience and therefore, their personalities tend to be more quiet and reserved. Unfortunately, some people interpret the reserved nature of a server and the desire to work behind the scenes as being uninterested. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Servers see the needs "behind the scenes," as essential to making things work on the "front lines".

The Teacher

The third motivational gift in Romans 12 is the gift of teaching. The Greek root word for teaching is "didaskalia". The scriptures illustrate how one with the gift of teaching uses sound, rational, and instructive reasoning to convince and help others to learn.

People with the gift of teaching are consummate debaters. It is how they convince and help others to learn. It doesn’t matter if they are in the office or at home, people with the gift of teaching are constantly thinking on their feet. Teachers need to know the reasoning behind concepts or ideas. They do not take anything at face value. Teachers can appear argumentative while they are simply trying to gain further understanding. They have the ability to synthesize ideas, which results in a constant mental flow of information. Teachers are those who need to carry pocket size tape recorders so they can record their ideas throughout the day. Their mind is always running and is filled with new ideas.

People with the gift of teaching need intellectual stimulation. They easily get bored with routine tasks. Teachers love to learn and keep their minds busy. They usually enjoy research and love the opportunity to share something they have learned.

The Encourager

The Greek root word for encouraging is "paraklesis". The scriptures show that the gift of encouragement will 1) edify and exhort 2) give peace to a troubled mind through speaking a message of encouragement and 3) bring joy and comfort.

Encouragers have the ability to call forth the best in others through encouragement and motivation. Thus naturally, people with the gift of encouragement feel comfortable around people and tend to have extraverted personalities. Anecdotal research shows that encouragers not only encourage others but also like to prescribe practical advice. Encouragers want to see people improve and succeed. They have an ability to bring new life to people who have lost their determination and feel burnt out.

Encouragers are good with every personality and gift. However, because encouragers are considerate of the feelings of others, they can easily be offended when people are not considerate toward them. Encouragers love to "fix" things and make the world a happier place!

The Giver

The Greek root word for giving is "metadidomi" meaning to impart. The New Testament scriptures show that giving is characterized by: 1) being charitable or having a charitable attitude 2) giving much out of little 3) specifically contributing to the less fortunate and 4) giving of one’s excess or bounty to those who have nothing.

Income is not the only way to determine whether someone has the gift of giving. Givers also donate their time through volunteer work or helping others in some way. They are characterized by hospitality. Givers are people who love to host and entertain. Perhaps the easiest way to identify a giver is their generous and charitable attitude. In an organization, givers are excellent people to place in hospitality roles. This generous attitude extends to making personal sacrifices of time and self. Givers will also make wonderful customer service representatives because they enjoy taking care of needs often going above and beyond to satisfy a customer. When the patience and generosity of others has run out, the true giver will continue to be gracious.

The Ruler

The sixth gift in Romans 12 is the gift of ruling. The Greek root word for leader is "proistemi," which translates "rule". The scriptures illustrate how a ruler will: 1) set good examples 2) provide sound counsel 3) give admonition and warning to the people of dangers they are headed toward 4) reprove for negligence and 5) rule with love versus rigor.

The behaviors of a ruler are similar to behaviors of the other six motivational gifts, which make this gift harder to identify. The difference is in the motivation. The objective of the ruler is to move everyone toward the common goal. Like the perceiver, the ruler will give admonition and warning of upcoming situations. Like the teacher, a ruler will provide sound counsel and instructive reasoning to convince the people of the common goal.

What makes the gift of ruling unique is the ability to see the "big picture". The ruler is intuitive, which enables the ruler to look ahead for possibilities and dangers. The ability to guide people and communicate to them regarding how to develop the "big picture" gives the ruler an assertive, take-charge attitude. So, naturally, rulers can appear bossy to other people who do not understand the ruler’s gift.

Showing Mercy

The Greek word for mercy is "eleeo". In the New Testament, those with the gift of mercy are: 1) compelled to have compassion for people, 2) help people in misery, and 3) pity the ignorant and instruct them.

People gifted with mercy are the first to listen and sympathize when someone is suffering. They feel that sympathizing with others is a valuable use of their time. This gift is concerned with the condition of the person who is suffering or in trouble. Often people with this gift have a strong desire to relieve the pain of others. This is why people with the gift of mercy are usually effective in roles that require compassion, such as physical therapists, social workers, counselors, or where they can listen to the problems of others, such as human resources where employee concerns are addressed.

It is this ability to show compassion and mercy that enables the person with this gift to demonstrate a large amount of patience. They are less likely to become frustrated when people repeatedly come to them with problems unlike those gifted in the other areas.

U can try the test over here: http://www.gifttest.org/ =)

Racial Harmony...

2005-07-21T15:55:00.000+08:00

Today may well be the last time I'm ever going to commemorate Racial Harmony Day in such a manner. Many came to school decked in their ethnic costumes and I'm no different :

Thanks to Syima for this. Received compliments. =)

U know, if something is praiseworthy, people will

naturally let u know about it. No need to DIY. Hahaha...

The play this morning, "Excuse Me, Are U A Singaporean?" was a good laugh but nevertheless, it was touching on deep, complex issues. May we never ever give shallow answers to what it means to be a Singaporean. Honestly, I love being one. Though the pressures of the education system over here may sometimes make me feel like I'm on the edge... I thank God that S'pore is blessed with a good standard of living, with an able government and with people of a resilient spirit. S'pore rocks.

Cute, cute , cute . . . ;)

When i look around and see what many of my fellow youths are like today... I am bittersweet... Just how many of them will become the person they were called to be? Will they live out the life they were meant to live? What will the Singapore be like when these youths become the leaders of the future?

Guess what? I took this with my right hand!

Lord, I pray that there will be true racial harmony in Singapore where none of the races will be discriminated against. Let us love one another for who they are, regardless of their race or language. May racist jokes no longer be perpetuated. Let kindness and gentleness be manifested in all walks of our Singaporean life. In Jesus name, amen.

'' from this day . . . ''

2005-07-17T15:30:00.000+08:00

Hillsong has done it again but this time... better than ever before! The design of the album is simply beautiful and awesome. What about the songs in the album? Well.. I'm still savouring them one by one. The precious and sweet presence of the LORD captured in these songs is all that matters! ; )

I'm looking forward to Festival of Praise in August! All of Singapore will experience a move of God like never before. JESUS REIGNS...

Haggai 2:18 - 19 " Consider now from this day forward . . . , from the day that the foundation of the LORD's temple was laid --- consider it: 'Is the seed still on the barn? As yet the vine, the fig tree, the promegranate, and the olive tree have n0t yielded food. But from this day I will bless you.' "

The Law of Ability

2005-07-10T22:05:00.000+08:00

1. Ability is the power, skills or resources to accomplish something.

2. Life distributes to everyone according to his or her ability.

3. God expects you to raise the level of your ability.

4. Ability is increased by use.

5. Your ability always grows to the level of your dream.

6. Inability has to do more with a bad attitude.

7. With ability comes higher responsibility.

8. As ability increases, so does the attraction of opportunity.

9. Ability attracts ability.

10. Your ability is hindered or enhanced by the company you keep.

2005-07-05T00:09:00.000+08:00

An annoucement from my History teacher :

Dear All,

Next 9 weeks will be our last weeks together. No more content feeding. Those of you who failed to study for the mid-year (you know who you are... Good Luck! You've got ALOT to catch up.) Term 3 is going to be very INTENSE -- its our last lap before you take the A'levels. So be prepared for alot of drill and practice in order to expose you to all potential questions at A'levels.

Lecture will revert back to Yr 1 style: Mon -- Mr Rajoo and Thur -- Ms Koh. You'll be expected to do detailed outlines, essays, tests, almost every week cos you all need the timed-practice. Time-management was everyone's achilles' heel.

Please refer to workbin for updated time-table and new Scheme Of Work for downloading. Enjoy your youth day coz its your last holiday until the end of your A'levels! ;)

Thursday, June 30, 2005 1:34:00 PM

GOD HELP ME!!

2005-06-29T12:07:00.000+08:00

I've always enjoyed learning

But when will I ever start

to truly enjoy taking

examinations ?

2005-06-25T19:30:00.000+08:00

I thought Monster In Law would be a good laugh
But I didn't expect it to be so heartwarming that i teared . . .

2005-06-19T20:47:00.000+08:00

After taking a test, i realised that my personality is that of a Sanguine Melancholy. According to them, a Sanguine is ' The Extrovert The Talker The Optimist' while a Melancholy is ' The Introvert The Thinker The Pessimist '. The results show that i'm 50% Sanguine and 25% Melancholy! Haha.. i think that's kind of cool. Below are the weaknesses of a Sanguine & a Melancholy and the strengths of a Sanguine.

Weaknesses of a Sanguine

The Sanguine's Emotions :

Compulsive talker
Exaggerates and elaborates
Dwells on trivia
Can't remember names
Scares others off
Too happy for some =)
Has restless energy
Egotistical
Blusters and complains
Naive, gets taken in
Has loud voice and laugh
Controlled by circumstances
Gets angry easily
Seems phony to some
~~Never Grows Up~~

The Sanguine At Work:

Would rather talk
Forgets obligations
Doesn't follow through
Confidence fades fast
Undisciplined
Priorities out of order
Decides by feelings
Easily distracted
Wastes time talking

The Sanguine As a Friend:

Hates to be alone
Needs to be center stage
Wants to be popular
Looks for credit
Dominates conversations
Interrupts and doesn't listen
Answers for others
Fickle and forgetful
Makes excuses
Repeats stories

Weakness of a Melancholy

The Melancholy's Emotions:

Remembers the negatives
Moody and depressed
~~Enjoys being hurt~~
Has false humility
Off in another world
Low self-image
Has selective hearing
Self-centered
Too introspective
Guilt feelings
Persecution complex
Tends to hypochondria

The Melancholy At Work:

Not people oriented
Depressed over imperfections
Chooses difficult work
Hesitant to start projects
Spends to much time planning
Prefers analysis to work
Self-deprecating
Hard to please
Standards often to high
Deep need for approval

The Melancholy As a Friend:

Lives through others
Insecure socially
Withdrawn and remote
Critical of others
Holds back affections
Dislikes those in opposition
Suspicious of people
Antagonistic and vengeful
Unforgiving
Full of contradictions
Skeptical of compliments

Strengths of a Sanguine

The Sanguine's Emotions:

Appealing personality
Talkative, Storyteller
Life of the Party
Good sense of humor
Memory for color
Physically holds on to listener =)
Emotional and demonstrative =)
Enthusiastic and expressive =)
Cheerful and bubbling over =)
Curious =)
Good on stage ;)
Wide-eyed and innocent
Lives in the present
Changeable disposition
Sincere at heart =)
Always a child =) =)

The Sanguine At Work:

Volunteers for Jobs
Thinks up new activities
Looks great on the surface
Creative and colorful
Has energy and enthusiasm
Starts in a flashy way
Inspires others to join
Charms others to work

The Sanguine As a Friend:

Makes friends easily
Loves People [ Praise God!! =) ]
Thrives on compliments
Seems exciting
Envied by others
Doesn't hold grudges
Apologizes quickly
Prevents dull moments

This personality test is rather accurately! Check it out at http://www.oneishy.com/personality

Cheers. =)

2005-06-19T19:59:00.000+08:00

You Are the Girl Next Door!

You're caring, warm, and the girl that nice guys want to marry.Uncomplicated and simple, you've got an easy going attitude guys love.But this doesn't mean you're dull - far from it!You're a great conversationalist, and you're an expert at living the good life.

What Kind of Girl Are You? Take This Quiz :-)

It's True

2005-06-19T01:43:00.000+08:00

Star Wars Breaks Records, Ties Religious Themes
Revenge of the Sith taps into spiritual guidance for young people

The final "Star Wars" movie hit theaters last weekend and broke box office records with 108.4 million dollars in North America -- the second largest box office haul in three days.

Biblical themes have been tied with Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith as many Christian leaders have commented. Greg Stier, CEO and founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, paralleled the Jedis as angels and the Siths as demons who are engaged in a battle between ultimate good and ultimate evil. "The Jesus Jedis want to recruit you, restore you, remake you and then unleash you as a weapon of righteousness. The Satanic Sith want to sear your head off with their naughty light sabers of sin," he stated.

Turning the film into a Bible study lesson, Stier encouraged youths to take up their "light sabers (the Word of God) and engage" in a "real battle using the real Force (the Holy Spirit)" for the advancement of the Kingdom of God."

The whole story is the redemption of Darth Vader. He falls to temptation and is redeemed by the son in Episode VI," said Jeffrey Perkins, author of a Bible study that focuses on the original trilogy.Byron Barlowe, editor of Leadership U, drew a comparison between "Christian leadership" and "Jedi apprenticeship," saying that both are ways of modeling a person after an ideal.

He continued that the film "taps into the spiritual guidance that so many young people are looking for."

Now you & I know why Star Wars has been such a hit for yrs and yrs already . . .

Children . . . =)

2005-06-17T19:35:00.000+08:00

This photos are just hot from the oven. I mean... camera. =P 5 megapixels one! Not mine though. Keke. These are all my cousins from the oldest to the youngest. Come to think of it... I have more than 20 cousins!! Big big family, I have. Thank God. =)

Jac & Me again ;)

Darren, the oldest son in my uncle's family. He looks nerdy with his specs. Haha.

Darrell a.k.a Yong Yong. He's very adorable! Playing with light sabres... May the force be with u! =P

Check out Derrick's hair.. Look so red!! He's the most quiet one among his brothers.

Me and Deron a.k.a Quan Quan, the youngest one... I love him! =)

Heh heh... I snapped a shot of him while he is drinking milk. Isn't he cute???? Oh that's my comb on the table. Haha.. Red from the hairspray tat we were decorating our hair with.

Xavier, my only nephew!! Ya lah... I'm a AUNTIE AL-ready("singlish tone"). Yak Yak Yak. Hahahahah

2005-06-14T23:53:00.000+08:00

I went to send Xiao Ting off to Israel with the JC POS peeps at the airport today. It's my first time sending pple off! Although i found myself a bit of a misfit hanging out with them, i must say that they are really fun loving pple whom are great to hang out with. =) I must have missed out a lot. But well, in life, we gain some and lose some, so... what to do. Haha. I'm so gonna join POS next year. But when will i get to go to Israel? Only my Daddy knows. =)

Later, I went to watch Mr & Mrs Smith with some dudes at JEC. Totally enjoyed their company. It is a great movie i must say. Witty plot, hot characters (read: Brad Pitt n Angelina Jolie) and not forgetting the action and the humour! I give it 3.5/5 popcorns! ;P If yr looking for something fresh, this is not the movie to be missed! ;) Muahaha... Married couples are highly encouraged to watch it together, lol.

Till next time. Adios ;)

2005-06-11T17:54:00.000+08:00

My cousin, Jacqueline and I posing for the hp camera. =P

The patrotic Nan Huarians. Laughs.

I didn't know my eyes can look so big! =P

=P

My cousins were so engrossed with the tv program.

It is not by chance that children like to look at fishes... If you know what I mean.

The women will arise . . .

I'll never..... know how much it cost to see my Sin upon the Cross. Oh, how can u and i not be moved?

Hope u enjoyed this photoblog entry!

Jesus loves U.

You're Worth A Lot

2005-06-02T14:41:00.000+08:00

In a brief conversation, a man asked a woman he was pursuing the question
"What kind of man are you looking for?"

She sat quietly for a moment before looking him in the eye and asking,
"Do you really want to know?"

Reluctantly, he said
"Yes."

She began to expound...

"As a woman in this day and age, I am in a position to ask a man what he can do for me that I can't do for myself. I pay my own bills. I take care of my household without the help of any man...or woman for that matter. I am in the position to ask, "What can you bring to the table?"

The man looked at her. Clearly he thought that she was referring to money. She quickly corrected his thought and stated,

"I am not referring to money. I need something more. I need a man who is striving for perfection in every aspect of life."

He sat back in his chair, folded his arms, and asked her to explain. She said,

"I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection mentally because I need conversation and mental stimulation. I don't need a simple-minded man."

"I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection spiritually because I don't need to be unequally yoked...believers mixed with unbelievers is a recipe for disaster."

"I need a man who is striving for perfection financially because I don't need a financial burden."

"I am looking for someone who is sensitive enough to understand what I go through as a woman, but strong enough to keep me grounded."

"I am looking for someone who I can respect. In order to be submissive, I must respect him. I cannot be submissive to a man who isn't taking care of his business. I have no problem being submissive...he just has to be worthy."

"God made woman to be a help mate for man. I can't help a man if he can't help himself."

When she finished her spill, she looked at him. He sat there with a puzzled look on his face. He said,
"You are asking a lot."

"She replied, "I'm worth a lot."

2005-05-29T01:01:00.000+08:00

Sometimes, in our pursuit to 'go on to perfection', we tend to forget the extent of our lives and our character that have been changed by the Lord... don't you think so? Looking back... I realised what a journey my Christian life has been. God has been moulding and shaping my character, purifying me and making me into who i am when i never thought it possible. My life has changed so, so much since I gave my heart to Jesus three years ago and it wasn't until recently that I began to take stock of all the changes in me that have taken placed thus far. The result? I'm totally blown away by the greatness of God and His unconditional love for me. He has blessed me with an amazing church... with annointed leaders... with a cell group of people who love me... with visions, dreams and a destiny... The list never ends. I am really more blessed than i know. The next time i begin to feel like i'm not good enough? I'll remind myself of the extent and the depth of my being that God has already transformed. Jesus reigns. =)

Living a child in awe of Him,
Wendy

2005-05-26T21:38:00.000+08:00

I admit that I do make the mistake of making insentive remarks or asking insensitive questions from time to time. But wait. Don't u make that mistake too? Or are u too 'insensitive' to realise it yourself? So do u think u are qualified to say that i'm being insensitive? I'm serious about wanting to become a better and wiser person. But judging me ain't gonna help. Being more patient towards me will. When people say or do things that may make me feel uncomfortable, or at worst, hurt, I would most often then not keep quiet and hang on tight to my shield of faith. I only retaliate or react when i feel that it is too much already. As brothers and sisters, we ought to bear with one another. Are u willing to bear with me when i make mistakes like these? Honestly, rubbing it in makes me feel condemned. And u were doing it in front of two other people.(But i thank God that it was a humbling experience.) Sadly, i don't see the wisdom in your words, neither do I feel the love in them. But i keep quiet. Why? Because I was trying hard to respect you and to not let the issue drag on any longer. Pastor Phill preached it. Who's following it? Keep your opinions to yourself if u treasure our relationship. Within this strong exterior is a tender heart. A sensitive and loving one.

Water is My Element ;)

2005-05-26T20:02:00.000+08:00

Your Element Is Water

A bit of a contradiction, you can seem both lighthearted
and serious. That's because you're good at going with the flow - but you also
are deep. Highly intuitive, you tune in to people's emotions and moods easily.
You are able to tap into deep emotional connections and connect with others.
You prefer a smooth, harmonious life - but you can navigate your way around
waves. You have a knack for getting people to get along and making life a little
more peaceful.

What's Your Element?

My Thinking Style

2005-05-26T19:56:00.000+08:00

Your Dominant Thinking Style:

Visioning

You are very insightful and tend to make decisions based on your insights.
You focus on how things should be - even if you haven't worked out the details.

An idealist, thinking of the future helps you guide your path.
You tend to give others long-term direction and momentum.

Your Secondary Thinking Style:

Experimenting

You're all about looking at the facts, and you could always use more of them.
You see life as your lab - and you're always trying out new things, people, and ideas.

The master of mix and match, you're always coming up with unique combinations.
You are good at getting a group to reach consensus.

What's Your Thinking Style?

2005-05-25T22:43:00.000+08:00

I've been sick the whole day.
Bleah.
I think Carrie Underwood will be the next American Idol.
Ordinary country girl turn superstar singing sensation?
Very, very cool.

You Are 30% Left Brained, 70% Right Brained

The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.
Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.
If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.
Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.

The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.
Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.
If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.
Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.

Are You Right or Left Brained?

2005-05-23T13:00:00.000+08:00

The superhero that nobody understands.
I'm not weird.
You just think I am.

2005-05-21T00:37:00.000+08:00

What can this world offer . . .
When all i desire is You?

2005-05-19T21:48:00.000+08:00

The Keys to Your Heart

You are attracted to obedience and warmth.

In love, you feel the most alive when your partner is patient and never willing to give up on you.

You'd like to your lover to think you are loyal and faithful... that you'll never change.

You would be forced to break up with someone who was emotional, moody, and difficult to please.

Your ideal relationship is traditional. Without saying anything, both of you communicate with your hearts.

Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment.

You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred.

In this moment, you think of love as something you thirst for. You'll do anything for love, but you won't fall for it easily.

What Are The Keys To Your Heart?

Your #1 Match: ENFJ

The Giver
You strive to maintain harmony in relationships, and usually succeed.Articulate and enthusiastic, you are good at making personal connections.Sometimes you idealize relationships too much - and end up being let down.You find the most energy and comfort in social situations ... where you shine.
You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist.

Your #2 Match: ENFP

The Inspirer
You love being around people, and you are deeply committed to your friends.~~You are also unconventional, irreverant, and unimpressed by authority and rules.~~ Please... I live in awe and fear of the Almighty. Incredibly perceptive, you can usually sense if someone has hidden motives.You use lots of colorful language and expressions. You're quite the storyteller!
You would make an excellent entrepreneur, politician, or journalist.

Your #3 Match: ENTJ

The Executive
You are a natural leader - with confidence and strength that inspires others.Driven to succeed, you are always looking for ways to gain, power, knowledge, and expertise.Sometimes you aren't the most considerate person, especially to those who are a bit slow.You are not easily intimidated - and you have a commanding, awe-inspiring presence.
You would make a great CEO, entrepreneur, or consultant.

Your #4 Match: INFJ

The Protector
You live your life with integrity, originality, vision, and creativity.Independent and stubborn, you rarely stray from your vision - no matter what it is.You are an excellent listener, with almost infinite patience.You have complex, deep feelings, and you take great care to express them.
You would make a great photographer, alternative medicine guru, or teacher.

Your #5 Match: ENTP

The Visionary
You are charming, outgoing, friendly. You make a good first impression.You possess good negotiating skills and can convince anyone of anything.Happy to be the center of attention, you love to tell stories and show off.You're very clever, but not disciplined enough to do well in structured environments.
You would make a great entrpreneur, marketing executive, or actor.

What's Your Personality Type?

2005-05-18T23:08:00.000+08:00

You've got to check this out :

http://www.lifetalk.net/2ndcoming/ee.html

Turn up the volume! =)

Love

2005-05-15T10:45:00.000+08:00

I am blessed by the love that you, my dear friends shower on me, and the unconditional and glorious love that my Heavenly Father surrounds and fills me with everyday.

1 Corinthians 13: 4 - 8 (NIV)
Love is patient
Love is kind
Love does not envy
Love does not boast
Love is not proud
Love is not rude
Love is not self-seeking
Love is not easily angered
Love keeps no record of wrongs
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth
Love always protects
Love always trusts
Love always hopes
Love always perseveres

Love never fails

Proverbs 3:3 (NJV) "Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart."

2005-05-09T19:43:00.000+08:00

Weeee! U must be rejoicing at my new post! ;P Prayer meeting today in sch was great. God's presence was so tangible! I'm believing God for breakthroughs. He is AWESOME! :)

I'm gonna have 4 tests this week! Lit Antony and Cleopatra and Econs International Trade essay on Wed, History on Thurs and Lit Robert Frost Poems on Fri. Do remember to keep in me in prayers! Thanks lots! :)

Love, Wendy

2005-05-01T03:10:00.000+08:00

Stewardship
Dr Ed Cole

You and I do not own what we possess.
We are only the stewards of it.

Everything in life is ministry.
If you change the diaper on a baby, you minister to that child.
If you lubricate a car, you minister to the owner.
If you sell a computer, fix dinner, write a memo, these are all ministry.
Whatever you do in life is ministry.

And the principle is: The more you minister, the greater you become.

You may start small, but you don't have to stay small.
God created us to be birthed, but to grow into maturity.
So it is with you when you are converted to Christ.
That's just the starting point, not the end.

Raymond Meza started working for a fence company when he was a child, picking up nails in the fence yard.
Over time, he proved his worth and was given a regular job.
Now, as an adult, God has made it possible for Raymond to purchase the company, and with a deal he made in New Zealand, grow the company into an international concern.
The corollary principle is: The more you serve, the greater you become.

He that would be the leader among you, let him be the servant of all.

I had a personal assistant who had traveled with me on the World Tour and he was destined for greatness.
Not because he was the smartest person, or the smoothest, most eloquent, or naturally gifted,
but because he had determined to be servant!

We are only stewards of our bodies.
If we are not good stewards, they can become diseased or even die.
We have a mind given to us by creation, and if we are not a good steward,
if we don't study, don't learn, don't practice the power of concentration in order to assimilate truth, then our mind becomes fallow and doesn't produce anything.

The core of ignorance is stubbornness.
The only reason a man remains ignorant is because he refuses to learn.
Proverbs says in order to learn, you must desire to be taught.

Knowledge is the acquiring of facts.
Understanding is the interpretation of facts.
Wisdom is the application of facts.

That's why some people can go through life learning,
but if they never put what they learned into practice, they never become wise.

2005-04-28T23:32:00.000+08:00

God's Garden (1898) - Robert Frost

God made a beautous garden
With lovely flowers strown,
But one straight, narrow pathway
That was not overgrown.
And to this beauteous garden
He brought mankind to live,
And said: "To you, my children,
These lovely flowers I give.
Prune ye my vines and fig trees,
With care my flowerets tend,
But keep the pathway open
Your home is at the end."

Then came another master,
Who did not love mankind,
And planted on the pathway
Gold flowers for them to find.
And mankind saw the bright flowers,
That, glitt'ring in the sun,
Quite hid the thorns of av'rice
That poison blood and bone;
And far off many wandered,
And when life's night came on,
They still were seeking gold flowers,
Lost, helpless and alone.

O, cease to heed the glamour
That blinds your foolish eyes,
Look upward to the glitter
Of stars in God's clear skies.
Their ways are pure and harmless
And will not lead astray,
Bid aid your erring footsteps
To keep the narrow way.
And when the sun shines brightly
Tend flowers that God has given
And keep the pathway open
That leads you on to heaven.

Reality Sinks In

2005-04-27T21:00:00.000+08:00

When I hear people talking about inter-racial boy-girl relationships, i really didn't give it much thought. But now.. reality sinks in - my best childhood friend is attached to a Malay for more than a month already as I speculate... and I only found out now. Such have we drifted apart. I'm detached from my best friends in pri sch, my good friends in sec sch and now i'm not even the least bit close to my classmates in JC... What has my education pursuits become of me? Other than my church friends.. my R/Ss with most of the other people are superficial. When i said I would catch up with my primary and secondary sch friends, I didn't. When was the last time I initiated a phone call to someone just to have a heart to heart chat? I dun even remember... My grandma always complains that I don't spend enough time with her... and what excuse do I come up with? I'm too busy with schoolwork.. And now? I'm dropping out of POS and taking a long break from Choir for the sake of my studies. The joy, laughter and sense of acheivement I get from doing what I love most.... pushed back, delayed... Why is my life so centred around doing homework and studying for exams when these are not even the most important things in life. Why do i have to forsake so much for a piece of paper with grades on it. Just how much am i sacrificing for my education pursuits? Just how very much......

Dare To Believe

2005-04-25T01:31:00.000+08:00

I dunno whether to be happy, sad or remain neutral about having to take a long break from ministry (even when i l love serving in the Choir so much) and having to drop out of Parade of Schools (even when there is a need of more people) for the sake of my education pursuits. All I know is that I'm gonna miss the times i had in Choir. All I know is that I am to study wisely till my A's are over. All I know is that I am to be a submissive and obedient child.All I know is that God is with me every step of the way! (*Sings: " Every step I take You will lead me, with You i walk the raging seas. Your the strength when I am weary...") All I know is that even if I may not understand now, my trust is to be in Him.

I've been falling sick ominously on every Saturday this month... Then be well enough to go to school on Mon.I'm gonna be extra health conscious this week. Pls keep me in prayers that I will be healthy and strong all of this week!If God is for me, nothing can be against me! =)

Service ~~today~~ yesterday must have been life transforming for many. I'm so glad that I understand the power of imagination and creativity. God is D most creative. He created the universe. May my dream machine always be on, churning big dreams for God! ;)

Are u holding on to a dream? Or have u lost all hope? I hope and pray that you will never give up because dreams do come true if you perservere. You just have to BELIEVE.

2005-04-22T20:32:00.000+08:00

It is Earth Day today! Did u know, it has been 30 years since the first Earth Day? I'm becoming less of an environmental advocate, no thanks to the never ending stacks of paper I get that makes it a hassle to recycle them and the recycling service that has ceased in my block. I can't even stop myself from using straws(!) which for your information, are non-biodegradable, insinuating that they cause pollution when they are being gotten rid of. Well, this earth ain't gonna last for any more than 50 yrs anyway...

Today's GP Mock Exam was much easier than the Common Test script. For Paper 1, I wrote an essay on "Can music change the world?"(heh ;P). I'm gonna post my essay here if I break my record of 29 marks! Fingers crossed. =P

I'm gonna go to Marina Bay tml to fly kite and have steamboat dinner with my Cell Group members;Emily, Cheryl, Geraldine, Wei Si, ~~Kai Xuan, Alvin,Reeve and Boo Honk~~! It's gonna be a blessed day! I hope my friends will enjoy themselves and join us again n again! =)

Meanwhile, I've posted some photos to share with YOU, my dear reader and friend. =) =)

I'm a 'History Maker n World Shaker' =)

Isn't my nephew, Xavier, adorable? (^ - ^)

U better get used to seeing me like this! LOL... ;P

Me n Dine Dine at Kster!

Look what I did with Microsoft Photo Editor. Cool huh? =)

P.S: Pls tag or give comments whenever u visit my blog! I really wanna know who is reading - it perks me up. Would u be so kind as to bring smiles of joy on my face?? =)

2005-04-22T20:25:00.000+08:00

Your dating personality profile:

Religious - Faith matters to you. It is the foundation that you build your life upon. You trust that God has a plan for you.
Athletic - Physical fitness is one of your priorities. You find the time to work athletic pursuits into your schedule. You enjoy being active.
Stylish - You do not lack for fashion sense. Style matters. You wouldn't want to be seen with someone who doesn't care about his appearance.

Your date match profile:

Religious - You seek someone who is grounded in faith and who possesses religious values. You believe that a religious person can enhance your life.
Athletic - You aren't looking for a couch potato. You seek someone who is active and who keeps his body in top shape.
Practical - You are drawn to people who are sensible and smart. Flashy, materialistic people turn you off. You appreciate the simpler side of living.

Your Top Ten Traits

1. Religious
2. Athletic
3. Stylish
4. Liberal
5. Traditional
6. Adventurous
7. Wealthy/Ambitious
8. Romantic
9. Big-Hearted
10. Intellectual

Your Top Ten Match Traits

1. Religious
2. Athletic
3. Practical
4. Adventurous
5. Traditional
6. Conservative
7. Romantic
8. Stylish
9. Shy
10. Big-Hearted

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2005-04-17T21:54:00.000+08:00

Prevailing Strength

No matter what lousy things the world may throw at me, I thank the Holy Spirit that He nevers fails to shield me with His presence. God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever -this is the truth that will always prevail. His praise will continually be on my lips! Hallelujah! Rule and reign with my Lord Jesus Christ. =)

I'm gonna have a very packed but nonetheless an exciting, joyous, fulfiling and blessed week ahead:

Mon
6.45am: Morning run
3pm: Lessons end
4pm - 6pm: Dine's Birthday Celebration
8pm - 11pm: Revise SEA History on Nationalism

Tues
4.30pm: Lessons end
4.30pm - 6pm: Prayer Meeting?
8pm - 11pm: Recording Rehearsal

Wed
6.45am: Morning run
2pm: Lessons end
2pm-3pm: Magazine Meeting
3-6pm: Dance?? / Word Power Challenge??

6pm - 7pm: Parade of Schools Briefing
8-11pm: Recording

Thurs
6.45am: Morning run
12.30pm: Lessons end ( thank God..)
3pm - 7pm: Revise GP and Robert Frost's Poems
8pm - 11pm: Recording

Fri
2pm: Lessons end
3pm- 6.3opm: GP Mock Exam
9pm - 11pm: Revise Keynesian Theory of Income Determination & Money Supply

Sat
9am: Breakfast at Mac with Syima and Praseeda, my tuition mates
9.30pm - 12.30pm: Econs Tuition
2pm - 9pm: CG outing at Marina Bay ( Hurray! =))

"Sometimes it seems like God is difficult to find and impossibly far away. We get so caught up in our small daily duties and irritations that they become the only things that we can focus on. What we forget is that God's love and beauty are all around us, every day, if only we would take the time to look up and see them." Matthias

Fallen.

2005-04-11T23:52:00.000+08:00

With their conscience seared
They speak lies unwaveringly in my eyes
With their hardened hearts and stiff necks
They refuse to hear
Of Your true Love
That is so great and near
With their hearts full of greed and desire
They lust for mammoth, their master
They slog day and night to serve him
Not knowing where this road will end in
Only You can deliver them from the pits of hell
And the clutches of the enemy
Only You can save them into your Glory
When, oh when?

2005-04-11T16:54:00.000+08:00

My class had our 5 stations NAFA test today. Thank God I manage to get a minimum C for all the stations. I'm gonna take my 2.4km test this Wed and if I complete the run within 16 mins, I'll get the Gold Award! Pls pray for me ya? =) I need a lot of strength and stamina.

I went to Clementi Central to shop for a couple of things just now. I bought a set of Panosonic water resistant clip-on headphones. My sony earphones are spoilt. Hopefully this one won't fail me! And I bought

a pvc handbag

which costs me $10. Heh.. nice? The sling of the previous bag that I bought broke only after a couple of times I used it. ('^')"' I hope this bag will last me a long long time!

2005-04-10T19:49:00.000+08:00

I just reached home and i feel the urge to blog about my life for once after not doing so for so long! Thank God for my spiritual family who is always there for me. =) We fellowshipped from 4pm all e way to 7 plus just now and I feel that I've grown closer to my cell group members. I'm blessed to be part of N188. My family rocks! ;)

Three of my church friends were water baptised this weekend. Jeremy, my sch mate was baptised yesterday and his baptised name is Asher, which means happy. Claudia and Terence and Terri's mum was baptised today too. Praise God for their victory! I rejoice with them. I was shot by an arrow just now. Bro Justin made all the students join at least one of the Emerge competitions on top of the made complusory POS.( haha, what were u thinking!? =p) Now I want to run away also cannot already. Haha... So i joined Word Power.. haha.. and like what Madel say, must pray day and night for it. Keke.. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining or anything like that. I think it will be a good chance to stretch myself and enlarge my capacity! ;) Emerge 2005 will rock the world.

The CD recording is postponed to next week and I'm still very much looking forward to it. It has been five years since my church last produced an album and we will all be praying for a mighty move of God through the annointed Praise and Worship that will touch thousands of people all over Asia and beyond. Faith puts no limit on God and God puts no limit on faith! Hallelujah!

2005-04-09T11:48:00.000+08:00

Resting on the shoulders of love (^ - ^)

2005-03-30T15:40:00.000+08:00

The Question Of Protection By Max Lucado

"If God is for us, who can be against us?" (Rom 8:31 NIV). The question is not simply, "Who can be against us?"

You could answer that one.

Who is against you?
Disease, inflation, corruption, exhaustion. Calamities confront, and fears imprison.

Were Paul's question, "Who can be against us?" we could list our foes much easier than we could fight them. But that is not the question. The question is, if God is for us, who can be against us?Indulge me for a moment.

Four words in this verse deserve your attention.
Read slowly the phrase, "God is for us."
Please pause for a minute before you continue. Read it again, aloud. (My apologies to the person next to you.)

God is for us. Repeat the phrase four times, this time emphasizing each word. (Come on, you're not in that big of a hurry.)

GOD is for us.
God IS for us.
God is FOR us.
God is for US.

GOD is for you.
Your parents may have forgotten you, your teachers may have neglected you, your siblings may be ashamed of you; but within reach of your prayers is the maker of the oceans. God!God IS for you.

Not "may be," not "has been," not "was," not "would be," but "God is!" He IS for you.Today. At this hour. At this minute. No need to wait in line or come back tomorrow.
He is with you. He could not be closer than he is at this second.
His loyalty won't increase if you are better nor lessen if you are worse.
He IS for you.God is FOR you.

Turn to the sidelines; that's God cheering your run.
Look past the finish line; that's God applauding your steps.
Listen for him in the bleachers, shouting your name.
Too tired to continue? He'll carry you.
Too discouraged to fight? He's picking you up.
God is FOR you.God is for YOU.

If He had a calendar, your birthday would be circled.
If He drove a car, your name would be on His bumper.
If there's a tree in heaven, He's carved your name in the bark.
We know he has a tattoo, and we know what it says. "I have written your name on my hand," he declares (Isa. 49:16).

God is with you.
Knowing that, who is against you?

Can death harm you now?
Can disease rob your life?
Can your purpose be taken or your value diminished?
No.

Though hell itself may set itself against you, no one can defeat you.
You are protected.
God is with you. Amen and amen! =) =)

2005-03-30T14:59:00.000+08:00

You Are In a Decent Mood

You aren't turning cartwheels, but you're having a pretty good day.

Some ups, some downs, but overall you're coming out ahead.

And who knows? Tomorrow could be even better!

What Mood Are You In?

Your EQ is

120

50 or less: Thanks for answering honestly. Now get yourself a shrink, quick!

51-70: When it comes to understanding human emotions, you'd have better luck understanding Chinese.

71-90: You've got more emotional intelligence than the average frat boy. Barely.

91-110: You're average. It's easy to predict how you'll react to things. But anyone could have guessed that.

111-130: You usually have it going on emotionally, but roadblocks tend to land you on your butt.

131-150: You are remarkable when it comes to relating with others. Only the biggest losers get under your skin.

150+: Two possibilities - you've either out "Dr. Phil-ed" Dr. Phil... or you're a dirty liar.

What's Your EQ (Emotional Intelligence Quotient)?

Your Dominant Intelligence is Bodily-Kinesthetic

You are naturally athletic and coordinated, good at making your mind and body work together.

Sports are fun and easy for you, especially those requiring good hand - eye coordination.

There's also a good chance you're a great dancer, or good at expressing yourself through body language.

You learn best by doing, and you feel like you've always got to be moving (even if it's just your hands).

You would make a good athlete, physical education teacher, dancer, actor, firefighter, or artisan.

What Kind of Intelligence Do You Have?

From Glory to Glory, Strength to Strength

2005-03-22T20:12:00.000+08:00

Me & Madel at Church Audi

(and tat's Sis Annie in the background, haha)

I'm feeling very intellectual today. I suddenly came up with a quote. It shall be known as my first official quote! =)

"Death is the ultimate form of serparation, with divorce next in the line."

I have an interest in philosophical ideas and hope to study it in University. But I don't think I'm going to major in it. A degree in Philosophy can't really get you anyway far in Singapore can it? Nevertheless, I believe that I will get a good paying job in the future regardless of the degree that I pursue. ;)

The JAE posting results were released today. In two years, CJC's cut-off points has dropped 3 to 4 points to 13 for Science and 14 for Arts. There was a long queue of people appealing for a place in CJC today. To think that I actually came here reluctantly in the first place! Now, I am very thankful and happy that I am a student in CJC. I cannot imagine myself in any other college other than CJ. Proud to be a CJCian! =) To all those who think that CJC is not a good school and believe the obviously untrue rumour that CJC has a high abortion rate among the colleges in Singapore, think otherwise.

Congrats to Cheryl, Wei Qi and Sarah for getting to stay in CJC! =) They are in the CJ Prayer Group. We have officially 9 people (3 J1s, 6 J2s) now and there will be more to come. Praise God! Huiling, I hope you are reading this! =)

2005-03-21T17:29:00.000+08:00

You Are A Realistic Romantic

You are more romantic than 70% of the population.

It's easy for you to get swept away by romance... But you've done a pretty good job keeping perspective.You're still taken in by love poems and sunsets. Just don't fall for every dreamy pick up line!

Are You Romantic or Realistic?

Your Brain is 53.33% Female, 46.67% Male

Your brain is a healthy mix of male and female
You are both sensitive and savvy
Rational and reasonable, you tend to keep level headed
But you also tend to wear your heart on your sleeve

What Gender Is Your Brain?

Dead beat. I didn't have a decent sleep last night and this morning's interval run during PE lesson wore me out.

On a cheerier note, I stepped into school with a smile today. I enjoy going to school. I enjoy learning. You should too. =) Term 2 is going to be the wk where the bulk of content will be taught and I pray that God will help me to absorb and enlarge my capacity. There are so many things that He wants me to accomplish for Him! =)

I know that those involved in the Easter Productions will be very busy this week. I was one of the actors in the Easter drama last year and I can understand the amount of work the people involved have to go through. I'm so proud of them. Baoli, Laura, Sis Shally, Bro Justin.. u guys will be in my prayers. While they are busy preparing for Easter, I will do my part to pray, bring my friends to the Indoor Stadium this weekend and help usher in God's presence in the Choir. I really hope my friends will say yes when I invite them!

Having CJ Harvesters prayer meeting tml. This is the reason that I live! It's all about Jesus! =)

2005-03-20T20:13:00.000+08:00

Check out Barney's mouth. =P

Philosophy In Poetry

2005-03-20T19:27:00.000+08:00

Here's a treat for all who appreciate poetry, enjoy! =)

Most people ignore most poetry because most poetry ignores most people.
Adrian Mitchell

There exist only three beings worthy of respect: the priest, the soldier, the poet. To know, to kill, to create.
Charles Baudelaire (1821 - 1867), Mon Coeur Mis a Nu, XXII

The freedom of poetic license.
Cicero (106 BC - 43 BC), Pro Publio Sestio

A poem is no place for an idea.
Edgar Watson Howe (1853 - 1937), Country Town Sayings, 1911

All slang is a metaphor, and all metaphor is poetry.
G. K. Chesterton (1874 - 1936), Defendant (1901)

Poets have been mysteriously silent on the subject of cheese.
G. K. Chesterton (1874 - 1936)

A poet more than thirty years old is simply an overgrown child.
H. L. Mencken (1880 - 1956)

Many brave men lived before Agamemnon; but all are overwhelmed in eternal night, unwept, unknown, because they lack a sacred poet.
Horace (65 BC - 8 BC), Odes

The worst tragedy for a poet is to be admired through being misunderstood.
Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963)

One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832)

You don't have to suffer to be a poet; adolescence is enough suffering for anyone.
John Ciardi (1916 - 1986)

Poetry should please by a fine excess and not by singularity. It should strike the reader as a wording of his own highest thoughts, and appear almost as a remembrance.
John Keats (1795 - 1821)

Poetry often enters through the window of irrelevance.
M. C. Richards

I was working on the proof of one of my poems all the morning, and took out a comma. In the afternoon I put it back again.
Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900)

In science one tries to tell people, in such a way as to be understood by everyone, something that no one ever knew before. But in poetry, it's the exact opposite.
Paul Dirac (1902 - 1984)

A poem is never finished, only abandoned.
Paul Valery (1871 - 1945)

Every English poet should master the rules of grammar before he attempts to bend or break them.
Robert Graves (1895 - 1985)

A poet who reads his verse in public may have other nasty habits.
Robert Heinlein (1907 - 1988), Time Enough for Love, 1978

A prose writer gets tired of writing prose, and wants to be a poet. So he begins every line with a capital letter, and keeps on writing prose.
Samuel McChord Crothers

A poet ought not to pick nature's pocket. Let him borrow, and so borrow as to repay by the very act of borrowing. Examine nature accurately, but write from recollection, and trust more to the imagination than the memory.
Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772 - 1834)

A poet's hope: to be,like some valley cheese,local, but prized elsewhere.
W. H. Auden (1907 - 1973), Collected Poems

The poet judges not as a judge judges but as the sun falling around a helpless thing.
Walt Whitman (1819 - 1892)

2005-03-18T15:19:00.000+08:00

I'm blogging from the Loving Heart computer again! I'm working temporary here this time. I get paid $6/hr just answering phonecalls and give assistance to people ~~walking~~ who come here for help. It is mainly admin work actually.

Victory At Loving Heart

And VICKNESH IS AN HANDSOME IDIOT! Lol... my collegue wanted me to add the word 'handsome'. Haha.. AND HE SAY THAT EVERYONE IS JJC CALLS HIM HANDSOME!! oh my gdness.. i should take his picture and put it up for everyone to see! This is fun.. :)

LOL, He claims that pple in JJC call him "Handsome!"

Oh no.. HELP!! LOL

Me and my messy hair. :P

2005-03-18T03:39:00.000+08:00

You don't love me,
Pretend I'm non-existent
even when I'm standing right there

You don't love me,
Never did you express it
How am I to determine?

You don't love me,
Your words pierce and shake me

You don't love me,
all you love is money

You don't love me,
and you can't see
But I will love you anyway

You don't love me,
Not once did u praise or encourage
Not once did you hold me in your embrace
Not once did you show me the way
Not once did you assure me everything's
gonna be ok
You tear me down
You make me cry
No no, you don't love me
But I will love you anyway
Yes, I will love you anyway.

2005-03-16T21:55:00.000+08:00

Sorry to everyone who has been checking my blog since I last blogged only to find that there are no new entries... :-X I have not touched the computer for weeks. The past week was hectic but very rewarding and enjoyable. Both days of the crusade with Rev. Benny Hinn were simply awesome. I love Pastor Benny! :) My life will never ever be the same again. I now have a deeper passion for singing too . . . Not just that.. I feel i've grown much closer to God. Nothing in this world can compare to Him. I love JESUS!! =) =)

I feel that I am a very very blessed person. I found my priceless treasure that is richer than any sliver or gold. 'To whom much is given, much is required.' I am called to be a blessing to the world. I hope and pray that I will always remember how very blessed I am and how much more a blessing I am to be to everyone around me. Life is fragile and I am to cherish every moment I have. I could go on and on and on... God bless yr soul.

2005-03-16T21:29:00.000+08:00

You are Lynette...Getting stressed up over
hyperactive kids, but yet finds the time and
energy for your relationship to work.

"Oh man... but I think I can do even better without the drugs...And I want girls too! :p"

Which desperate housewife are you? brought to you by Quizilla

2005-03-04T22:17:00.000+08:00

Narcissistic moment

Rain On My Parade

2005-03-02T23:50:00.000+08:00

Finally, I can blog properly for once. My keyboard is so screwed! Every time I press the 't' key, the machine gives a loud "beep"! And when the space bar is hit, the insertion line, instead of going to the next space, goes back to the initial space at the beginning of my first word. How annoying. Talk about the woes of Technology. Huxley's satire on the false promises of Science is really getting into me already.

I'm at my uncle's luxurious bungalow at Holland Green now. This place sure is spacious! I'm watching episode one of the new season of Amazing Race on the TV projector that is three metres long and one and a half metres in breath! That is but one of the amazing features of the entertainment room. It also boasts two flat-screen LG monitors, two sets of the latest Play Station 2, two Osim-7800 massage chairs that costs $7000 each, a complete karaoke system with two wireless microphones (of which I sound surprisingly better in, must be the quality of the system, haha) and a mini Mahjong room. When I first stepped into this room on D-Day of Chinese New Year, amazement was what I felt. It's spectacular. There is more - every single piece of furniture in this house compliments harmoniously with the interior design; of which if I'm correct, costs around $40,000. There is also a balcony at the ground floor that is the size of my three-room-flat. The balcony consists of a mini playground, a mini play pool, a Jacuzzi and a bar table and plenty of unoccupied space.My cousins have an abundance of room to run around and play! =)

Anyway, my Common Tests just ended today. I am awfully glad that it is over. Exams are like my biggest stumbling block. Sleep deprivation, sugar cravings, stress and all ... then I get all this funny thoughts going around my head. My psychological and emotional well-being is affected and I become drained physically and mentally. I feel that I'm so backward in my studies. The feeling of playing catch-up is not good. I definitely need to work a lot harder and smarter if I am to get my very much-desired Aces for my A'Levels. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I mustn't forget that.

2005-02-25T14:59:00.000+08:00

The most special red packet I received :)

2005-02-18T17:35:00.000+08:00

I'm clocking up CIP hours now as I blog.

Loving Heart trust me so much they let me take care of their centre.

I like this place. Rocks.

I wonder if they offer part time jobs here.

May consider working as a social admin worker when my A's are over.

He is in the same GP Lecture,Mass PE and History Remedial as me too.

I can't seem to snap out of it. Talk about teenage hormones.

If roses are always red and violets always blue,

Will I feel like I always do?

Choir Practice in church in 2 hrs & 25 mins.

Common Test in 10 days.

I need discipline.

I need strength.

I need wisdom.

I need Jesus.

Keep me in prayers, will ya?

2005-02-15T22:46:00.000+08:00

Big ~~Oyster~~ Scallop! =P

2005-02-15T22:24:00.000+08:00

Happy Total Defence Day n "Today is National Sea Monkey Day. Take this opportunity to experience long-suppressed guilt about letting those poor little creatures starve to death when you were five. You heartless monster." LOL.

Check out the 2005 Grammy Winners

"Bloody" Valentine's Day

2005-02-14T21:30:00.000+08:00

I donated blood for the first time in my 17 years of life today. It was a rather dramatic and exciting experience and let me attempt to bring you into my world. Yeah, the Wendy world. ;P

Step 1 : Registration
You need to bring along your NRIC or blood donation card. Non-Singaporeans need to bring along their passports, work permit or blood donation card. Your personal particulars will be recorded and you will be required to complete the Donor Health Assessment Questionnaire and Blood Donation Declaration form.

While filling up the form, a girl from ODAC (Outdoor Adventure Club) sat beside me, smiled (a beautiful smile that is) and greeted me (and I don't even know her name.) We exchanged a couple of sentences till her friend came over. She's cute. Then i went back to answering the questions. When I passed the form to the nurse, I realised that I absent- mindedly left my EZ-link card in class so I went back to retrieve it. Finally, I'm ready to proceed to the next station.

Step 2 : Medical Screening
A doctor will ask you some questions on your medical history. This is to determine if you are fit to donate blood. Then, your weight, blood pressure and pulse will be checked.

The doctor was talking to Mr Quek (admin officer of CJ, my friendly senior bro-in-Christ whom I always chat with) when I "intruded". The doctor proceeded to remind me that i will not receive any money for donating blood and am doing this to save lives. "Yes, know." (u mean u need to tell that to everyone? Isn't it obvious? Whoever on earth think that donating blood can earn them some monetary reward in return? I wanted to donate blood because I've come to know the fact that life is in the blood - Jesus' blood was shed on the Cross of Calvary to bring us life.) Mr doc took my blood pressure and pulse and commented that my blood pressure is on the lower side, albeit in the healthy range and advised me to drink lots of water after the donation. He noticed my pink Fila water bottle (with only 200ml of water left) on the table, picked it up and told me to drink it all up beforehand. He then checked my declaration form. I had left a blank - my weight (i didn't know lah).

"What's your weight?" asked Mr Doc.

I gave an oh-my-goodness look, scanned around and whispered the magical figure. He didn't hear. I bit my lips and repeated it in a more audible volume.

"I'm good at keeping secrets." He said. OK.

In between Step 2 and 3, I suddenly came to realise that my weight isn't as top secret, government restricted, and as highly confidential as I think it to be. Let's see: My parents don't know my weight, my bro doesn't know, my relatives don't know (despite my San Sen's interrogative attempt to find out.), my friends (even the closest ones) don't know.So who knows? Mr Doc. knows but I bet he wouldn't even remember. And unfortunately, Mr Wong(my PE teacher) and Mr Issac Lim knows. May they not tell a soul. Amen. LOL. I think my secret is still safe, less than zero zero zero zero zero zero zero zero pt one percent(man, that was fun to type) of the world population knows it. And it shall stay that way. *Smirks*

Step 3 : Blood Test
A finger prick will be done to check your haemoglobin level. This is to ensure that you are able to give blood.

Now the tension stealthily builds up. The nurse rubs alcohol on my middle finger. I gulped and awaited the prick. I dare not look. OUCH. I cringed. Pain, pain, pain. I could now proceed to the real deal but I started having second thoughts."Oh no! Can I back out now? I don't want donate blood already, I dun want..." I thought to myself cowardly. A nurse waved at me and directed me to an armchair. I walked to the chair across the hall and each step I took was as heavy as my heart (ok lah, maybe not =P). I reached the area of awakening, heaved and climbed onto the chair.

Step 4 : The Donation
The medical staff will prepare you for the blood donation. After your arm has been cleansed, a localised painkiller will be given to ensure a pain free procedure during the blood donation. About 300 to 430 ml of blood (depending on your weight) will be drawn.

The nurse took my blood pressure again and told me to squeeze the ball on my right hand real tight so that my vein will "xian shen". But I couldn't (maybe I was too scared).I then exclaimed that my prick was painful.

"Aiyoh. People go for operation more painful than this." the nurse attempted to comfort me (no use.). ORH.The nurse then handed me the Post Donation Instructions For Blood Donors and iron tablets(to be taken once daily for the next 2 weeks).She went to attend to other matters and left me to relax and prepare myself for the real, the real painful deal. Approximately 5 mins later (meanwhile I prayed), she came back and removed the measuring blood pressure armband which was really tight on my arms. She demonstrated how hard to squeeze the ball. She said I have to cooperate so that she can insert the needle easily (my first time mah). She applied iodine on the site. My heart was pounding. The climax was coming. She injected the painkiller. PAIN! Talk about a pain free procedure. The painkiller was more like a "paingiver" to me. "That's only the painkiller". RIGHT. My right arm began to lose sensation and feel numb. One minute later, the time has come for the blood suction to take place. I shut my eyes tight and panicked.

"Don't close your eyes! Breathe!" The nurse loudly instructed. I opened my mouth and pathetically tried to gulp in some air. The needle went into my skin and vein. It was much more bearable then the painkiller. Phew! By this time, Mr Quek had noticed the commotion and came over.

"Mr Quek, talk to me!" I pleaded.

"It's ok, the blood is flowing already. First time, you will be afraid. Subsequent times will be easier."

"Oh ok...Mr Quek, why didn't you donate blood this time?"

"I donated in January at the Red Cross Blood Bank. It was my 74th time."

My jaw dropped and my eyes opened wide."74 times?? Wow..."

I was amazed. My admiration of him just upped a level. I wondered if I will ever donate blood a second time. While my blood was still flowing into the bag, I began to think that donating blood isn't as easy as I thought it to be. Maybe I just haven got the hang of it. Then I thought about Jesus. How much blood did He lose for my sake? A lot. How much pain did He have to go through? Definitely a hundred and ten times more excruciating then mine. God is so good to me.

Another nurse came to collect the bag when it was filled. 300 ml doesn't seem a lot. No no, every single ml of blood counts and matter to the one who is in need of it. The removing of the needle was aright and I was looking forward to the bandaging part. (You'll know why as u read on! ;) )Then came the drama. The nurse commented that I looked pale and lowered the arm chair for me to lie down. I was feeling thirsty and requested for water. I quickly sipped the water and closed my eyes (this time to rest).A few minutes later I was awakened by someone calling me. It was Clement. He was sitting on an armchair a metre away, waiting to be attended. It was his first time donating blood too.

"You look real dead lah", he exclaimed. I looked at him with an "are-you-serious?" expression plastered across my face.

"Do I look really pale?" I questioned. He nodded. I reckoned having a real pale, dead looking person lying beside you just before you are about to donate blood for the first time doesn't help. Oops.

In the next 10 mins that I rested, 3 nurses came to ask me if I was feeling ok at least twice.

"Are you giddy?" the nurse asked.

"I think not", came the unconvincing reply. I requested the nurse to help me up my seat. She supported me all the way to the Refreshment Lounge even though I told her I could walk. She's being professional I guess.

Step 5 : Rest and Refreshment
After the donation, you will be required to rest for 10 minutes. Light refreshment will be served. Please ensure that you drink enough fluids on that day.

There were no more empty chairs. This guy whom I happen to take notice of last Friday very gentlemanly gave up his seat for me. He's rather good looking. All I know is that he is in Canoeing and is in the same History lecture at me. I dunno his name or his class! Funny how I seem to recognise people by their CCAs.

"You want Milo? " He asked. I nodded. He then helped me to take out the straw and poke it into the packet (lol).

"Biscuits?" He offered.

I paused for 5 seemingly long seconds, pondering whether I should just take it myself, not eat any or accept his offer. I succumbed. "Can I have the other kind?" I requested. Again he helped me to open the packet and handed it to me. I thanked him sincerely, grateful that this sweet guy has helped a stranger like me to do three wonderfully "ti tie" things. He sure did give me a good first impression. For the next one minute we did not converse and it was a tiny bit awkward sitting beside him. He had to go. "Bye." I tried to sound as friendly as I possibly could.

Afterwards, I saw Kenny walking towards the Lounge area and I offered him the only empty seat beside me.

"No thanks. I'm late for class." He said in a somewhat serious tone. He grabbed a drink and left. I felt kind of convicted. Kenny rushed to go to his lesson and here I am taking my own sweet time to rest when I had a class going on. I sped up to finish my refreshments. I grabbed one last packet of mineral water (my fourth, each 230ml) and went backed to class. Only 300ml of blood and I need a replacement of so much water? Water is my element. Period.

Back in class, they were doing a PC assignment titled - The Use Of Force. Mr Pang told me to take a breather instead of work "vigorously". Both Pei Ru and Karnjote mentioned that I look really pale and asked me if I was feeling alright. Geez. I guess I'm not feeling that alright after all. So much for being convicted. I should have stayed longer to rest. Silly me.

I'm glad that I plucked up the courage to go for the donation and find that this day is most memorable. It is an experience more special and rewarding then any movie or date can offer, don't you think?

Look, my pink smiley bandage!! =)

Maybe I should donate blood on every Valentine's Day. =P

P: S: I think this is officially my longest entry ever. So how? U like my world? U go and donate blood too if u can k? Give comments? Pls pls pls???? Oh, Happy Valentine's DAYY!! =) =)

10 Quotes of Wisdom

2005-02-12T22:37:00.000+08:00

Here's my collection of quotes.May u gain some insights as u reflect on them! =)

He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened. - Tao Te Ching

There is no condition, no circumstance, no problem that love cannot solve. - Anonymous

Everyday, God gives us the sun - and also one moment in which we have the ability to change everything . . . - Paulo Coelho

If better is possible, then good is not enough. - Julian Harden

I shall tell you a great secret, my friend. Do not wait for the last judgement, it takes place every day. - Albert Camus

It isn't what you have, or who you are, or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about. - Dale Carnegie

*At least three times every day take a moment and ask yourself what is really important. Have the wisdom and courage to build your life around your answer.*
- Anonymous

Maturity begins to grow when you can sense your concern for others outweighing your concern for yourself - John Macnaughton

Happiness is not a matter of events, it depends upon the tides of the mind. - Alice Meynell

Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal. - Pamela Vaull Starr

2005-02-10T21:41:00.000+08:00

I have been blogging about anything and everything other than my life since about a month ago, so much for being a life blogger huh? Haha.. Xiyun treated me to watch 'Constantine' at Jurong Point today. The plot is based on some funny, warped doctrine but the movie is good on the whole. Don't be fooled by the trailer or Reeves, Constantine is nothing like The Matrix. Go catch if you are an action fan. *Constantine gets 3 and a 1/2 popcorns!* LOL.

I have two tests tml! Miss Koh and Miss Ting actually bear to set the tests on the third day of the lunar new yr... when they know that most of us will spend the two days of holiday visiting and will not be in the studying mood. Bleah.

I was reading a book just now. Guess what I found out? Thomas Huxley, author of the Brave New World (well-known book) was a friend of Charles Darwin. He debated with the Bishop about evolution once. Birds of a feather flock together. Thomas Edison grew up hating his parents and Leonardno Da Vinci was an illegitmate child . . . See, i'm good at sidetracking. =P

2005-02-10T10:47:00.000+08:00

You Are a Social Blogger!

Your blog is more of a semi-private affair for your friends. It's how you keep in touch... sharing stories, jokes, and pics.

What kind of blogger are you?

Yeah, this is more like me! =)

2005-02-09T18:44:00.000+08:00

Sometimes women are overly suspicious of their husbands. When Adam stayed out very late for a few nights, Eve became upset.

"You're running around with other women," she charged. "You're being unreasonable," Adam responded. "You're the only woman on earth."

The quarrel continued until Adam fell asleep, only to be awakened by someone poking him in the chest. It was Eve. "What do you think you're doing?" Adam demanded. "Counting your ribs," said Eve.

LOL. Btw, Happy Lunar New Year everyone. Smile always! =)

2005-02-04T16:16:00.000+08:00

You Are 22 Years Old

22

Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe.
13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world.
20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences.
30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more!
40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.

What Age Do You Act?

Ooohh.. that feels kinda old but I'm glad to be in that category and not elsewhere! =)

Your EQ is
140

50 or less: Thanks for answering honestly. Now get yourself a shrink, quick!

51-70: When it comes to understanding human emotions, you'd have better luck understanding Chinese.

71-90: You've got more emotional intelligence than the average frat boy. Barely.

91-110: You're average. It's easy to predict how you'll react to things. But anyone could have guessed that.

111-130: You usually have it going on emotionally, but roadblocks tend to land you on your butt.

131-150: You are remarkable when it comes to relating with others. Only the biggest losers get under your skin.

150+: Two possibilities - you've either out "Dr. Phil-ed" Dr. Phil... or you're a dirty liar.

What's Your EQ (Emotional Intelligence Quotient)?

Yeah?

You Are a Life Blogger!

Your blog is the story of your life - a living diary.
If it happens, you blog it. And make it as entertaining as possible.

What kind of blogger are you?

Weeeeee! Do u agree, my dear blog readers?? Haha...

Make A Stand Against Abortion!

2005-02-01T23:26:00.000+08:00

There was a talk in school today about abortion. I now know why abortion should never, ever be an option. The following pictures of foetuses are rather graphic, pls look away if you are unable to take it.

Aborted at 11 weeks

Aborted at 21 weeks

S'pore Govt allows abortion up to 24 weeks.

At 24 weeks, the life inside the womb would be able to sleep and wake at regular intervals,turn and kick and will already have a fully formed body with all the vital organs like a brain, heart and lungs.

Hands of an aborted LIFE

While abortion is made legal in the United States, the following are made illegal by law:

In California, it's illegal for a vehicle without a driver to exceed 60 miles per hour...
In South Carolina, every adult male is required to take a rifle to church on Sunday in case of attack....
In Maine, it's illegal to keep Christmas decorations up past January 14th....
In L.A., California, a man can legally beat his wife with a leather strap, as long as it is less than two inches wide, or she gives him permission to use a wider strap.....
In Arkansas, a man can legally beat his wife, but not more than once a month...
In Mobile, Alabama, it's unlawful to howl at ladies inside the city limits, or wear pumps with sharp heels...
In Dyersburg, Tennessee, it is illegal for a woman to call a man for a date...
In Michigan, a state law stipulates that a woman's hair legally belongs to her husband....
In Iowa, it's illegal to kiss longer than five minutes....
In San Francisco, California, it's illegal to wipe one's car with used underwear....
In Arkansas, flirtation between the members of the opposite sex on the streets of Little Rock may result in a 30-day jail term....

This Is Ridiculous!

Legality of Abortion:
Abortion is legal in the USA at any time throughout the entire nine months of pregnancy... FOR ANY REASON.

Abortions Worldwide :
Number of abortions per year: Approximately 46 Million
Number of abortions per day: Approximately 126,000 ( Oh gosh...multiply by 2 and you get 252,000 lives taken away , isn't that near the no. of people killed in the quake and tsunami? What an irony!! The world is in denial huh?)

Where abortions occur:
78% of all abortions are obtained in developing countries and 22% occur in developed countries.

Legality of abortion:
About 26 million women obtain legal abortions each year, while an additional 20 million abortions are obtained in countries where it is restricted or prohibited by law.

Abortion averages:
Worldwide, the lifetime average is about 1 abortion per woman.

source: Center for Bioethical Reform

Abortion is CRUEL and INHUMANE. Stand up against it today!!

Bloggemania

2005-01-28T23:10:00.000+08:00

Phew! I spent the past 3 hrs revamping my blog! Madness huh? Haha, i just invented a word, bloggemania. So fun, lol. My HTML a bit cannot make it. Haha. Hopefully, I'll get better at it with more practice. =) I was getting bored of my previous blogskin and hearing 'I Believe' over and over again for the past 4 months so I decided that 'His Presence' was in need of some major "renovation"! I find that my blog is neater and more presentable now. What do you think? I love the new theme. Wendy Productions Pte Ltd presents 'Shining Star'!! =P

+ f u n +

2005-01-24T20:08:00.000+08:00

http://www.thebigview.com/pastlife/

Your past life diagnosis:

I don't know how you feel about it, but you were female in
your last earthly incarnation.But of course.You were born somewhere in the territory of modern West Russia around the year 1025. Cool.Your profession was that of a handicraftsman or mechanic. Interesting.
Your brief psychological profile in your past life:Seeker of truth and wisdom. You could have seen your future lives. Others perceived you as an idealist illuminating path to future. Sure sounds like me! ;)
The lesson that your last past life brought to your present incarnation:You fulfill your lesson by helping old folks and children. You came to this life to learn to care about the weak and the helpless. Quite accurate . . .
Do you remember now? Of course not, because I don't have a past life to begin with. U only live once dude. That's why u must treasure yr life now... and make the right decisions... or u will regret for eternity, YUP.

Pls note, past lives do not exist! Don't be delusional! LOL. But i wouldn't mind a past life that great too. BUT BUT I wouldn't exchange it for my life now even if it were possible, because my life rocks. No prizes for knowing the reason for my "rock concert." ;P

Why God Made Eve?

http://www.gotlaughs.com/funpages/view.cfm/5353
LOL. Sorry guys. Heh. =p

Cre-ae

2005-01-24T16:04:00.000+08:00

"Ok".

Intending it for good,

I was misunderstood.

Trying to state the obvious,

which he didnt "understood."

Was I a fool?

With life and exhortation in mind,

death became the scapegoat.

Oh how I want to escape

like a speeding boat . . .

Do I still float?

I guess those four words are taboo

Which turn me into a fool

My eyes still itch from the tears

I'll never mention them in your face

I must have better taste

God says?

'pure joy.'

i'm

really

"ok."

Dedication

2005-01-17T23:01:00.000+08:00

Wanjing dedicated Vindicated (Spiderman 2 theme song) by Dashboard Confessionals to me on Power 98. Now how cool is that and just how sweet is Wanjing!? It's the first time someone dedicated a song to me on radio. Maybe I should dedicate songs to people on radio too. I think it'll make a pleasant surprise. 1st CJ Harvesters prayer meeting of the year tml. Praise God! =)

Meet The Flockers

2005-01-11T22:15:00.000+08:00

First and foremost, I must apologise to all of you who were checking in here every now and then hoping to see a new entry or reply in my blog! My computer had been cranky lately so I didn’t use much of it and haven been updating. And all those whom I didn’t reply in MSN? Sorry. It was not intended. I’m rather physically tired now. I had PE lesson today and now my muscles are aching. Although lessons are only 30mins now, it really feels like the weekly one and a half hours torturous Mass PE lesson to me. The trial NAPFA test is just round the corner in the last week of January so I would have to push myself. NAPFA this yr will be in April and I wanna get my Gold Award! =) It would probably be my last one though. There won’t be any more PE lessons in University so I guess I should treasure my PE lessons now. LOL. All the PE teachers would be so happy to hear that. Haha…

I went to Jurong Entertainment Centre with Xiyun yesterday to catch ‘The ~~Pantene~~ Phantom of The Opera’. It was one of a kind of a musical, the songs were melodious, the lyrics were touching, the costumes were pretty and nice… but I still preferred Moulin Rouge - I like tragic love stories that make me cry. Xiyun liked the songs sang in the movie so much that she wanted to buy the soundtrack and I blessed her with it because it was her birthday! I felt like I had burned a big hole in my pocket but I know it was worth it. She had a happy day. =) And she is coming for service this Sun, praise God! =) I caught ‘Meet the Fockers’ last Sunday too and it was hilarious. A must watch for those who like to laugh, like me. Haha… Pro 17:22 ‘A merry heart does good, like medicine.’ ;) Anyway my friend thought the movie title was spelled as ‘Meet The Flockers’ so I thought it would be fun to put that as my entry title. Dance selections for SYF is tml. I ‘m really hope that I will get selected. I’ll have more chances to exercise and lose weight. =p

HAPPY HAPPY!

2005-01-01T23:46:00.000+08:00

I just came back from the family gathering at my aunt's place. I'm absolutely pleasantly surprised at the Christmas gift she gave me!! *Bro opens his present from my aunt to find perfume. He always exclaims : "so smelly!" when i put on mine"* Anyway, my aunt gave me a Guess watch!!

Authentic Guess Watch!

Made with crystals from Swarovski!!! See the black, pink and white straps? There are interchangeble so I can choose which colour strap to put on to my liking or to match with my outfits!! I'm so happy!! My aunt rocks! ;)

And this :

Fann's 1st self -penned book, "Girl, Illustrated"

which is another one of my fave presents from my cousin! Fann's "Girl Illustrated" which I have been waiting to get my hands on! =) =) Thanks Eileen Jie Jie! =) Waha... I'm a happy girl in this 1st new day of a

HAPPY NEW YEAR! =) =) =) =)

Badminton n Basketball Outing

2004-12-29T20:57:00.000+08:00

Queen Dalmation Esther Pouts Miserably!!

My CGL acting cute! LOL! Breakthrough, breakthrough! Hahaha...

Oh my goodness!! SO FUNNY! Dalmation spotted faces! :D

1 Saint n 3 Other "Insaints!!" Heh..

Ok lah... 4 beautiful female Saints from N188. LOL. The other 2 MIA! :P

2004-12-28T04:19:00.000+08:00

Celebrating CHRISTmas in 'Bethlehem'

2004-12-28T03:56:00.000+08:00

I'm an irredeemably eejitous, liberal, disgustingly generous, pathetically simple-minded, dribbling child! ;)
What are you?
Brought to you by Rum and Monkey

Heaven

Pure as the driven snow, you are waiting until the afterlife for your reward. Maybe you have had to repress some urges, screw down some feelings, squash some temptations and sometimes stop yourself from having fun. Don't worry. It's probably been worth it.

Are You Damned?
Brought to you by Rum and Monkey

Consumption Breakthrough

2004-12-21T22:12:00.000+08:00

Yep. Yr eyes are not playing a trick on you. I had a consumption breakthrough today. I ate roti prata with curry for the 1st time in my life!! Hahhaha.. for the uninformed, I'm the one who runs away from spicy food. So congrats to me (ya, i'm digging things to celebrate) but no spiritual breakthrough though. (+=+)" Wait, i had a revelation! In heaven, there's a bottle that collects every tear that each person cries so God noes exactly how many ml of tears we've shed. Isn't tat like... WOW!? I'm tinking when we get to paradise one day, the angels will place all these tear bottles on display and hold a competition to see who has shed the most amt of tears and I think I'm gonna win!! HAhaa... I'm an emotional being! ;)

I just came back from a leisure swim. Ya i call it a leisure one because usually I will swim about 30 laps (if yr tinking Olympic-sized pools, then i succeeded in making myself sound like some healthy pple who exercise regularly :D ) but i didn't manage even half of that just now. The water was cold... brrr... I'm gonna swim only in the evenings.. the sun has set and the temp is just nice.. water is so my element. Next time I feel stressed out, I'm gonna go for a gd swim. It'll relax my senses...watever tat means. :P

Unwanted...

2004-12-21T15:03:00.000+08:00

A certain MSN conversation....

不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
wat will you do if i propose to ya
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
huh?
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
i wan to propose wat feel bout u to ya
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
huh?
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
hey pls dun huh la
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
xian yu say u noe....and yes its true...
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
u mean u like me?
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
ya
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
so i delayed it until my Os finish
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
and now i'm telling ya....
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
sorry but i'm not interested in R/Ss rite now...
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
wat u mean by R/Ss
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
relationships..
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
oh ok
*~ AnD aLL I WaNnA SaY . . . I LovE You ToO ~* [www.wendylovesjesus.blogspot.com] says:
yah.. we are always friends though ya?
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
aiya ok nvm
不管你在什么地方,在做什么, 你永远在我心中....我爱你.... says:
no worries

He Is The Reason That We Sing

2004-12-20T23:41:00.000+08:00

This is my 5th entry today! Wow.. What a record. Haha... I went to Cafe Cartel for dinner just now with Bob. I ate Chicken Lasange. It was quite nice. Thanks to his laziness,i mean, preference for gd service, I got a complimentary ice peach tea becos the waitress had misplaced his drink. I had intended to invite him to the performance at Orchard but I realised that it takes place tml and not today! Showing symptoms of my blurness again. Aiyo. Anyway, I invited him to the Christmas Spectacular at SIS and passed him the VCD about Creation vs Evolution that Bro Justin gave me. Must watch k!? ;p Hope to see u at SIS!! :) I bought a sporty sling bag just now at the pasar malam outside Ngee Ann City. It costs only $10! Shops in Far East Plaza sell it at more than $20! Hehe.. Thank God I didn't buy it then. It pays to be patient. :)

My uncle just told me that there will be no Christmas gathering at my Aunt's house this yr. Sobs. I always look forward to the annual gathering becos I get to receive lots of presents. I just love the joy of unwrapping presents and discovering what is the special object that is hidden within. Now I have to depend on my church friends to give me presents already. So u noe what to do already ah?? Keke.. :P I was really overjoyed when I heard the sound of people's voices singing bout Jesus and people dancing to praise music when i walked down Orchard Road just now. He is indeed the reason for the season. 5 more days to CHRISTmas!!! :)

Stupid idiot

2004-12-20T14:04:00.000+08:00

I chanced upon an ex's blog. Guess what i found??? This is wat he said: "my worst relationship is with a girl in sec 4 that i know wendy... she is so cheap-skate shopping with coupons... sometmes i feel so sia suai... then i spent som much $$$ on her... for nothing... nvm... "

Argh. I so wanna slap him. What an idiot. I didn't ask him to spend money on me. I shop with coupons becos i noe how to save money!! I'm thrifty! Stupid guy!! Argh... so angry!! Grrrrr.... Nvm nvm...

Expressive Practical Intellectual Taker

2004-12-20T13:20:00.000+08:00

eXpressive: 7/10Practical: 8/10Physical: 2/10Giver: 3/10
You are a XPIT--Expressive Practical Intellectual Taker. This makes you a Manager.You are cool, thoughtful and intelligent. Your approach and your sense of humor are under-the-radar, your charm is undeniable. You keep everything under control. You have distinctive vocal mannerisms. You may not have much interest in approaching strangers, but when you do, you are successful. You will probably end up with someone beautiful, fascinating and off-balance. While your partner may steal the limelight, it's you that keeps things running smoothly and provides stability in your relationship. If you are with someone as contemplative and hard-headed as you, you can have a tough time. Your greatest asset is that you tackle conflict as it rises -- you don't ignore it and let it brew. If you have a partner that *does* let it brew, it will make you crazy! You can find yourself fighting for two -- trying to anticipate your partner's needs and draw their feelings out -- which is exhausting and, well, not your job. You would never cheat. You would make an excellent spouse. When your spouse's friends met you, they would think, "Crap, why couldn't I get that one?"Of the 167427 people who have taken this quiz, 6.2 % are this type. Whahaha.. I make an excellent spouse?? I thought so too... *evil grin*

~ Brands ~ ( Updated comical version :P )

2004-12-20T11:01:00.000+08:00

1. Wallet/ Purse: QQBear.Hhaha..
2. Bag: Zinc. I need new bags!!
3. Slipper: Brandless creature. haha
4. Shoe: Converse! ;)
5. School Uniform: Hah! CJC??
6. Hat: No brand again...
7. Computer: Philips
8. Handphone: Nokia!
9. Bracelet: Brandless... enuf already! Must u let the whole world noe i'm cheap-skate!!!
10. Pen: Pentel Hybrid Technica
11. A4 Paper: CJ Brand
12. Clock: Er.. I bought it from IKEA. No brand de.
13. Shampoo: Sifone!! Somebody quick!! Look for me to film Sifone commercial and it will outsell Pantene!! LOL... :P
14. Shower Gel/ Soap: Eversoft. But i'm hard alright. LOL.
15. Toothbrush: Tralala.. no laH! I was jus singing, got ya!! :P Colgate!
16. Bedsheets or Quilt: No brand...
17. Television: Sharp
18. CD player/ Radio: Sony!
19. Fan/ Air-cond: erm.. another brandless creature..
20. Eye Shadow: Maybelline
21. Lipstick/ Lip Gloss: Maybelline and Red Earth... which one u want!? make up yr mind!!
22. Foundation : ZA
23. Perfume: Bodyshop
24. Nail Polish: Hello Kitty Brand? Hhaa..
25. Toothpaste: Now I'm using Colgate but usually it's Darlie, hei ren ya gao! ;P
26. Body Moisturiser: Nivea...
27. Talc: Snake Brand.. haha. Dun be fooled. I'm perfectly human, though a fallen one... bish i'm crapping.
28. Body Scrub: I dun use... it'll be bad for my soft, i mean hard skin. :P
29. Glasses/ Contact Lens: I'm blessed with perfect eyesight! *grins*
30. Pencil Case: Haha.. I tink it's Colourful? I just bought it from The Wallet Shop tat day..
31. Watch: Adidas!! :)
32. Tracksuit: Huh?
33. Travel Bag: Hmm... Louis Vinton! I wish!
34. Jeans: Brandless.. I can't afford Levi's u noe. AND U DUN HAFTA RUB IT IN. Bleah
36. Undies: . . . U 'ti ko peh'!!!
37. Cigarette: I dun suck cigarettes.. haha
38. Mosq spray: Dun have. They faint when they come near me so there is no need 4 that.
39. Room Freshener: Me. Ya.. I freshen up my room.
40. Hair Gel: I dun use hair gel! like.. so cannot spoil my hair with it?

Ocean 12 is as boring as its title!

2004-12-20T01:14:00.000+08:00

Spinning: All I Long
Chatting with: Hui Fen, Terri and Kannan

Yup. Ocean Twelve is boring!! It was a waste of my $8.50!! Sobs. I bought my angel's gift already... looking forward to the party this coming Sun! :) We are having an angel-mortal gift exchange.There are 3 Christian books tat I wanna buy: 1. Heaven Is So Real 2. Are U Dateable? 3. What Did Jesus Eat? My angel are u looking at this!?? haha... Diana really liked the gifts tat i chose for her. Very happy. :) She wore the top to church today! :) Tat is the best way to show appreaciation- to actually use the gift after u got it. Some people just left their present in the wardrobe for ages to collect dust.. tsk tsk.. shame on you. Anyway, Ben bought Diana Freckles Corrector and I tink tat was really sweet of him. I dunno bout u but if I had freckles for 21 yrs of my life and my bf bought me one tat actually works, I would love him to pieces. keke. Poor Xiyun was sick today..take care my friend!!

Pastor Sy's sermon was rather enjoyable, though i didn't catch most of it the 1st time,when i was sitting on the choir stand. The part bout how God doesn't take away feelings? Ya.. tat part i felt was really applicable for me.. got revelation. There are always issues behind every strong emotion... I saw him online just now.. I was hopping tat he wouldn't chat with me.. then again i wanted to noe how he is doing.. it seemed tat he's not doing very well now.... when i wanted to chat with him.. he was already gone..... Sigh.

I Lurvvee Shopping!

2004-12-17T15:00:00.000+08:00

After postponing the outing for two days, Xiyun,Hui Fen, Hui Hui and I finally got to go out yesterday! We went to watch 'Without A Paddle' and it was hilarious. I think I laughed too loudly but then again I don't really have another choice do I? If I covered my mouth and giggled I will sustain internal injury! LOL... I'll just try to laugh a little softer next time.

I haven felt so good, the feel gd feeling u get after that frutiful shopping for quite a while already! Now I know why retail therapy works! I bought gifts for my friends and a pair of earings,hair clip,visor and pencil case for myself! Happy! I still need to buy bags and shoes though. Anyway, I'm gonna go swimming again later at Spans Joms Clubhouse with my cousins. God bless! :)

P.S: 'National Treasure' anyone?

~ 4 More Years ~

2004-12-15T22:49:00.000+08:00

I just came back from Diana's 21st Birthday celebrations at Chevron. The food was good, especially the chicken! I'm sure all the people who tasted it will agree with me. ;) Diana, thanks for inviting me! Hope u like the necklace! Love u lots dearie. :) Benjamin was really sweet. He was the one who fried the noodles, faithfully preparing the food while all of us were eating and the one who helped Diana to coordinate the whole event. Hrm... *nods head* Gd boyfriend u have u blessed girl!! :) Haha... i was bugging him to ask what present he bought for Diana but he said he has not bought it yet and will let me know on Sun. So secretive.. hehe.. just like Bro Justin, also dun wanna tell me what bk she bought for Diana. This is the 3nd 21st Birthday party I've attended this yr. The 1st one was Jiaen's at Pasir Ris chalet then Michelle's party at Swensens. From now till I turn 21, I'll be on the lookout for ideal birthday celebration spots! I'm gonna make it enjoyable for everyone. :) Haha.. my 21st birthday will fall on a Sun! Yeah! Then many pple can come already. :0 HHaha... And hopefully by then, i would have found my Mr. Right.. HHaha... ya ya.. I've been dreaming about meeting my prince charming but he has to appear at least one yr later. I wanna marry young!! :p

Oh oh, i saw Rong Xi just now! I miss you gal! So happy to see ya. Rong Xi, whose previous name was Teck Ming, is my best friend since pri sch! We may be apart in distance but nv in heart! Let's go out soon ya!? :) Love ya. I saw EmI too, with her cute little sister. What's her name again? Hehe.. Reminds me to quickly complete my 80 CIP hours. I'm gonna go watch 'Without A Paddle' tml. Till then! ;)

1) X'mas is coming. What do u hope to receive?
Oh oh, look right! :) Hint hint. :p

2) Who do u wish to spend with the most?
My CG members

3) Will u celebrate it on X'mas or X'mas eve?
Haha ,both!

4) Where will u most probably celebrate ur X'mas?
Oh, at 3 places! S'pore Indoor Stadium, Orchard & at my aunt's place with my family,not.Sobs.

5) Will u buy a new outfit just for X'mas? Dun tink so.I haf enuf christmassy tops already.But i will buy just 4 CNY though!

6) Prefer X'mas or New Yr countdown?
NY!!

+Loves

1) Do u have a loved one?
I've got lots of loved ones. :D

2) If u lost ur love one, what will u do to get him or her back?
Hmmm.. talk tings out.

3) What is yr loved one doing now? I've got so many!

4) Do u believe in everlasting love? YES! :)

5) Do u believe in love at first sight? Yea.

6) Use 10 words to describe love?
Self-sacrificial,beautiful,sweet,amazing,kind,joyful,enduring n full of hope! :)

+Things

1) Wat is yr fave color?
Black & Pink.

2) Wat is ur fave cartoon characters?
Erm.. dun really have a fave.

3) Wat 5 thinGs will u bring out with u always?
HP, wallet, comb, tissue paper n keys

+Things u just did

1) Wat was the last thing u eat?
My health supplements!

2) Wat was the last thing u did (not including post bulletin)?
Replying message to my cousin who spotted my mistake of mistaking my cousin 4 a nephew.

3) Where was the last place u went?
Chevron

4) What was the last sentence u said?
'Mei you' . . I think

A Star In the Making

2004-12-13T01:29:00.000+08:00

I missed the first hour of Star Awards 2005 because I was in Dialect Church with my grandmama. I didn't trail any particular Channel 8 drama serials this yr so i wasn't really rooting for anyone to get any awards. Most of the time I was observing the celebrity's apparel. I thought Vivian Lai's red dress was nice. Zoe's red dress? Erm.. Chen Liping doesn't need to lend her her curtains already, she was already wearing one. Haha. Poor Fann kept on getting teased with Christopher. I bet it's gonna make headlines. Fann's straight hair was oh so pretty! :) My fave moment of the show must be went Li Na Xing thank God for his special super star award!! Glory be to God! :) It's the 1st time i heard a MediaCorp artiste do that! I'm so gonna be the next one! ;)

I'm doing to trim my eyebrows and learn how to draw it using an eyebrow pencil to accentuate my facial feautures. I'm gonna look real pretty next Sun. Haha, i hope so at least. Being part of the Choir Ministry really prepares me for the future. I love Jesus. :)

2004-12-07T01:34:00.000+08:00

Gosh.. my short hair days! Argh.. so short. now that is called short ok? :) Thank God i can keep my hair long now! :)

2004-12-07T01:14:00.000+08:00

Cool Gabriel, Lovely Michelle (her 21st Birthday Party!), Shy little Annabelle, Warm Deanna, Caring Hui Fen and Youthful Wendy ;)

The Qs Qs Qs and the As As As :P

2004-12-06T20:53:00.000+08:00

Who did you last go out with?
Angela, Xiao Ting, Brandon, Perez, Yi Quan, Naresh and another person whom i have difficulty in remembering his name for drama practice! It was fun! :)

Who was the last person to text message you? See Yuen, my sec sch class chairman. Having breakfast at Macs with Mrs Lee, my upper sec form teacher tml!

What is the first name on your missed, received
and dialed calls?
miSsed : Home
reCeived : Pandan Valley (haha.. my aunt lives there)
called : Perez... becos he abandoned us! Lol... :P

What do u want to receive on your birthday?
Bags

What do u want to receive on Valentine's day?
Flowers

Reach your hand out to the right. What do u touch?
Haha.. the Creative speakers remote control

What do you plan to do for the next holiday?
Sightsee, shop, relax and have fun!

What time did you sleep last night?
After midnight.

What's the wallpaper on your phone?
Haha... my photo.. shhh... dun tell anyone that i'm narcisisstic :P

What are you going to do 5 hours later?
Sleep!

Is there anyone you're thinking of now?
No...

What was the last thing you touched before the computer?
I don't think I remember...

When was the last time you browsed through the Bible?
This morning when they were trying to show where the story of the prodigal son can be found in the bible! :)

What can you hear besides the computer?
People's voices from the tv in the living room

Why did you answer this?
I thought it'll be fun

Name 5 people you saw yesterday besides the
people who live in your home?
I saw thousands of people yesterday! ;) Hmm... Pastor Kong, Sis Annabel, Rachel with her $100 extended eyelashes, Bro Justin and Terri

When was the last time you opened your school textbooks?
Erm.. we don't use textbooks actually but I flipped through the Econs text that Wei Si lend me just last Thurs

Do you agree to the saying "Forgive is to forget"?
Erm, not really. You can forgive but you don't always forget. Forgiving is more like letting go of the hurt and anger caused by that someone.

When, where was the last time tears started to roll down your cheek?
Last week i think? But they were not sad tears. :)

What makes you happy?
Having Jesus in my life. :)

What makes you sad?
Hmm.. when i fail to acheive what i am supposed to acheive maybe

What are your favorite books?
The Holy Bible.. Shakespeare.. Christian books!

What would you like to have right at this very second that seems totally impossible? A slim figure!!

Who will you turn to if you have a huge problem that not all your friends know about?
Hmmm... My Heavenly Father. He knows all things and He always cares, always understands. :)

What's your favorite song at the moment?
The latest worship song, Breathe ;)

What's the model of your cellphone?
Nokia 3200. Somebody gimme Nokia 7270! haha...

What was the last song that kept ringing on your mind last night before you slept?
I don't remember!

What was the best event that happened last year?
Hmm... Meeting him.

Where are you planning to go for holiday and with who?
China with my grandma!

Lastly, what do you like about yourself?
Look right for the answers! :)