Life is good. It's not always perfect, but I'm really glad it's been treating me good. haha. No, nothing extra special has happened to me in the past few days, but I just don't want to take things for granted anymore.
I'll smile more, talk more to cute guys (hehe), giggle when a guy asks for my number (er too bad my cellphone's down now, sorry ya Anthony), enjoy home groups and go home at midnight, start playing piano again at home group (yay!), laugh at my friends' silly antics, listen and sing along to sappy yet incredibly nice love songs, watch romantic comedies, marvel at each beautiful day God gives to us, and just be thankful for my family and friends.
Holidays are ending soon, but I have a strong feeling that things are just starting to get more interesting. hehe. Not complaining much, though. Still hope to go home to Kuching soon, but I'm here for a definite purpose, and might as well enjoy this wonderful land.
Oh yeah, at Czone last night, 2 ang mo guest speakers talked about self-esteem. It's alrite to feel ugly and bad sometimes, but just don't let those feelings control you and bring down your self-esteem. They prophesied over almost all of us, and mine was something about me being righteous, and called to lead my peers into righteousness. VERY good eh. Right after the phophecy, I immediately told Angie I wanted to play keyboard for Czone and church one day, and she said she's glad to put me on the worship roster. Waseh! Soooo happie. See, God is GOOD!!!
Finally, to all my friends reading this:
~may you find that love that won't leave you. may you find it by the end of the day. you won't be lost, hurt, tired or lonely...something beautiful will come your way~
tragedy never fails to strike
Exactly 142 days before I can go back to Kuching! Seems like a long way to go, but hopefully this 5 months can pass by quickly. To say I miss home, family, and frens is an understatement. hehe. I guess everyone appreciate things more when they're further away. Corny but true : Absence makes the heart grow fonder.
So far this week has been quite boring le. I've stayed home most of the time studying for SNZ finals tomorrow. Hope it pays off. But looking forward to tomorrow though, coz I can finally receive the package from my parents through Ivan. haha. I keep imagining my father questioning him...asking him how he knows me blah blah. And just to get over SNZ once and for all...
Saw the news last nite about a car that had plunged of Port Hills cliff, more than 200 metres below, and the car totally smashed. 1 ASIAN student was reported dead. I didn't think much of it at 1st, but then got the email from Lorraine telling us that the victim was in the same course as I'm in! So shocking! They didn't reveal the name of the victim, but hope that he's not someone I know personally. sigh. Well, that'll teach people not to drink n drive, esp so early in the morning...
So far this week has been quite boring le. I've stayed home most of the time studying for SNZ finals tomorrow. Hope it pays off. But looking forward to tomorrow though, coz I can finally receive the package from my parents through Ivan. haha. I keep imagining my father questioning him...asking him how he knows me blah blah. And just to get over SNZ once and for all...
Saw the news last nite about a car that had plunged of Port Hills cliff, more than 200 metres below, and the car totally smashed. 1 ASIAN student was reported dead. I didn't think much of it at 1st, but then got the email from Lorraine telling us that the victim was in the same course as I'm in! So shocking! They didn't reveal the name of the victim, but hope that he's not someone I know personally. sigh. Well, that'll teach people not to drink n drive, esp so early in the morning...
where's ur peace, mate?
Mah shalomkah?
It means "how is your peace?" Sounds odd, but that's the topic of the sermon in my church this morning.
Peace. Simple word with a deep meaning. From the moment we're born to the moment we breathe our very last breath, we search for peace. People earn big bucks, live a comfortable life, find love, build a family, all for the purpose of finding that inner peace. Even now when the world is in chaos with the New Orleans hurricane, continuous war, racism, poverty, and other natural disasters, peace seems like a fairytale ending that's impossible to achieve.
Perhaps we're searching for it in the wrong place. What's more, it's already been given to us by God, but we can't see that inner peace because our lives are too busy, hectic, and crowded.
Peace is not found in those topical beaches or in Hawaii where everything seems too good to be true. Peace is not about not worrying about anything. Peace does not mean no tests, exams, or assignments.
Peace means that even when there's war going on in front of your doorstep, you remain calm. Peace means that when the seas are rough and waves are huge, a seagull soars high above the skyline, free. Peace means when your live is turned upside down and you don't think it's being fair to you, you still comfort others and tell them that it's not too bad- things will get better. Peace is found when you don't give up when the world has given up on you.
Peace means giving thanks for the breath you take in now. Stop for a moment and know that your next breath is controlled by God.
Finally, a simple memory verse which reminds us to stop worrying about anything because our Father is greater that EVERYTHING.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Phillipians 4:6-7)"
May the peace of God be with you all. =)
It means "how is your peace?" Sounds odd, but that's the topic of the sermon in my church this morning.
Peace. Simple word with a deep meaning. From the moment we're born to the moment we breathe our very last breath, we search for peace. People earn big bucks, live a comfortable life, find love, build a family, all for the purpose of finding that inner peace. Even now when the world is in chaos with the New Orleans hurricane, continuous war, racism, poverty, and other natural disasters, peace seems like a fairytale ending that's impossible to achieve.
Perhaps we're searching for it in the wrong place. What's more, it's already been given to us by God, but we can't see that inner peace because our lives are too busy, hectic, and crowded.
Peace is not found in those topical beaches or in Hawaii where everything seems too good to be true. Peace is not about not worrying about anything. Peace does not mean no tests, exams, or assignments.
Peace means that even when there's war going on in front of your doorstep, you remain calm. Peace means that when the seas are rough and waves are huge, a seagull soars high above the skyline, free. Peace means when your live is turned upside down and you don't think it's being fair to you, you still comfort others and tell them that it's not too bad- things will get better. Peace is found when you don't give up when the world has given up on you.
Peace means giving thanks for the breath you take in now. Stop for a moment and know that your next breath is controlled by God.
Finally, a simple memory verse which reminds us to stop worrying about anything because our Father is greater that EVERYTHING.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Phillipians 4:6-7)"
May the peace of God be with you all. =)
movie review- "crash"
Erm. Better not read this first if you want to but haven't watch the movie "crash".
"Crash" is truly one of a kind. It deals with the shocking, brutal everyday issues that nobody dares to talk about. It was mainly focused on racial issues in the US, but also depicts how cruel people are and what they are willing to do to just live a normal live.
The word that would best describe this movie is "karma". What goes around comes around. What you do now, no matter how small it is, affects something or someone else, in a big or small way. Another thing that appeals to me was how each character links to the other, though some may find it rather confusing, but I found it really intriguing.
It doesn't really have a happy or sad ending, but in a way its both a happy and sad ending. I won't go into details, but I was touched by one particular scene when the little girl jumps into her father's arms to protect him because she thinks that he doesn't have the invisible protection cloak. At that moment when the Persian guy pulls the trigger, I gasped and waited for the worst. haha. How ironic it is when the gun was actually loaded with blanks...
Out of 10, I give it a 9. You can't really understand the whole concept until you're half way through the movie. Well, at least for me. But the idea, message, and characters were outstanding, breathtaking nevertheless. Overall, great movie but not everyone will like it. Sure has oscars written all over it.
"Crash" is truly one of a kind. It deals with the shocking, brutal everyday issues that nobody dares to talk about. It was mainly focused on racial issues in the US, but also depicts how cruel people are and what they are willing to do to just live a normal live.
The word that would best describe this movie is "karma". What goes around comes around. What you do now, no matter how small it is, affects something or someone else, in a big or small way. Another thing that appeals to me was how each character links to the other, though some may find it rather confusing, but I found it really intriguing.
It doesn't really have a happy or sad ending, but in a way its both a happy and sad ending. I won't go into details, but I was touched by one particular scene when the little girl jumps into her father's arms to protect him because she thinks that he doesn't have the invisible protection cloak. At that moment when the Persian guy pulls the trigger, I gasped and waited for the worst. haha. How ironic it is when the gun was actually loaded with blanks...
Out of 10, I give it a 9. You can't really understand the whole concept until you're half way through the movie. Well, at least for me. But the idea, message, and characters were outstanding, breathtaking nevertheless. Overall, great movie but not everyone will like it. Sure has oscars written all over it.
quiz time
Your view on yourself:
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.
The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You are a true romantic. When you are in love, you will do anything and everything to keep your love true.
Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you meet that person.
The seriousness of your love:
You like to flirt and behave seductively. The opposite sex finds this very attractive, and that's why you'll always have admirers hanging off your arms. But how serious are you about choosing someone to be in a relationship with?
Your views on education
You may not like to study but you have many practical ideas. You listen to your own instincts and tend to follow your heart, so you will probably end up with an unusual job.
The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.
How do you view success:
You are confident that you will be successful in your chosen career and nothing will stop you from trying.
What are you most afraid of:
You are concerned about your image and the way others see you. This means that you try very hard to be accepted by other people. It's time for you to believe in who you are, not what you wear.
Who is your true self:
You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.
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