dance with me

2007-02-27T12:33:00.000-08:00

I don't like blogger no more. Nah. So goodbye blogger. (:

2007-02-20T12:46:00.000-08:00

Happy Chinese New Year! (:

Samantha and Van, cousins! With Sherilynn running into the picture too! Haha.

Hmm.
Nothing else.
Cheers.

2007-02-17T23:04:00.000-08:00

Bodyaches, runny nose, cough, fever = Flu. On the eve of Chinese New Year.

This really isn't helping. Rarrr. I think I fell sick because I miss zeh too much. Seriously. I feel like I'm missing her as though a boyfriend just broke up with a girlfriend. Haha. So kwa zhang. But yeah.

Okay, I got to rest now. Nights.

His love endures forever.

2007-02-17T01:56:00.000-08:00

Melancholy - Not a very nice thing to experience

Nostalgia - Makes you (me) feel queasy

There was time for me to spend alone today. It was quite nice, I guess. After which I met up with my dearest Maisie. (: We met in town for a little while and wound up in Bishan, Junction 8's NTUC, buying groceries to get back to her place to whip up some food for dinner. Of course Mai did most of the cooking. Haha. It was really pleasant to eat what you cook actually. (:

We had an enjoyable meal and went to watch The Lake House after that. The show is really good. I loved it and savoured every moment spent with Mai. Thanks dear. (:

2007-02-16T12:02:00.000-08:00

Zeh loves meee! (: She did this really pretty thing for me before she left. So sweet right? I love you truckies tooo. BIGFATHUGGG. (:

So pretty aye?

This is one of the pictures in the beautiful collage that she made.

This is the other. (:

Haha. It makes me miss the old times. *smiles* The other three pictures are in the previous post already. So yeah. Haha.

I miss you zeh. Will see you soon. (: *hugs*

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOWELLYPOOOO!! (:
GOD BLESS. HUGS.

2007-02-15T17:06:00.000-08:00

Oh no. Zeh's really leaving. Crap!

I will miss the times we sit in front of the mirror doing silly stuff..

..Taking pictures just for fun..

..Taking pictures like mad with you just before we go out..

..Celebrating birthdays together, with the rest too..

All the best zeh. You better be good. I will really miss you.

Love you fattyass.
BIGBIGHUGGG.

2007-02-12T21:03:00.000-08:00

I am going out with zeh tomorrow! Yayy! (: Man, you know she's like leaving soon and I hardly spend time with her recently because I am so busy and she would be hanging out with her friends. ):

You know, I cannot really imagine how it would be without her. My nights would be so lonely with no one to talk to. Sigh.

3 more days.

2007-02-11T18:17:00.000-08:00

Yayy! My holidays are finally here again. Tomorrow's the last day of school. All I can think of right now is the lazing in bed and not having to wake up that early. Hurhur. Happy schooling everyone else. Lol.

Random
I think I can be who and what I want to be, if I were given the opportunities and finances. But question is who and what does God want me to be? What I mean is that my future is a blur. I seriously don't know what to do next. Uhh.

2007-02-09T23:53:00.000-08:00

Chinese New Year is coming! Yayy. Ang Paos! Lol. Anyway, just now, Auntie Helen, mummy and I made almond biscuits together just like every other CNYs. Hee. So fun! (: But it was super tiring. My arms ached in the process. Haha. Lalalalaa. But anyway, I enjoyed mummy's company. (:

Mummy, mummy, mummy.

Mummy's a sweetheart although her nagging and screaming can be a little annoying sometimes. Haha. Like this morning, she nagged at me about me going tanning, becoming so tanned even though I know that CNY is coming and all. But I did feel bad cutting her off by my continuous "okay, okay, okay". I really felt super irritated when she kept going on and on, even after I said okay so many times. Haha. But before I left the house, she asked me nicely if I was taking dinner at home. So nice. (: But I kind of was still pissed and used the super irritable kind of tone to reply then just left the house. I'm sorry mummy. *hugs* (:

I'm terribly exhausted. Time to sleep soon. (:

Dear God,
Thank You for giving such good night rests the past two nights. Thank You for Your faithfulness, mercy and grace that are new every morning. Thank You for Your never ending love. Thank You for always reaching out to me. Thank You for being my refuge. Thank You for giving me the peace that the world can never give. Thank You for always drawing me to You, even though I might not do the same at times. Thank You for being patient with me. Thank You for loving me just the way I am. Thank You for calling me and letting me be Your child even when I am so unworthy of it. Thank You, thank You, thank You. I love You. Goodnight.

Resting in Thy loving arms.

2007-02-08T00:48:00.000-08:00

Random.

I was just thinking about how when I was younger, Secondary school days, I could just keep making mistakes and blame it on being young and ignorant. I could make the same mistake again and yet not get that harsh reprimands.

I miss those days because the older you get, people expect you to make less mistakes, or rather no mistakes at all. There will be more roles, responsibilities and expectations. Oh wells.

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Bus rides. (:

Things I love doing on bus rides
1) Daydream
2) Observe (people, surrounding)
3) Think about stuff
4) "Accidentally" listening to other people's conversations (heh)

Love.

Bus rides are love. (:

2007-02-06T23:46:00.000-08:00

Today was actually not that bad at all, went shopping with Abby and MJ. But i was a bad day because it kind of just ended on the wrong note. ): There seriously needs to be some consistency in me. I was so stressed by his shouting, I almost cried. I am such a louyapokpok. ):

Stressed = panic + cry

What a crappy equation that is huh? But I just am like that when I get really stressed. Cry baby. But I guess through crying is the way I try to release some of the pressure within. Oh wells.

My hope is in the Name of the Lord
Where my help comes from
You're my strength my song
My trust is in the Name of the Lord
I will sing Your praise
You are faithful

2007-02-04T20:57:00.000-08:00

I do have stuff to blog but I just can't quite remember what.

我生病了. Crap. ):

爱情是永远的吗?
应该是吧。

2007-02-01T22:57:00.000-08:00

Why do humans always do things for others, seeking a reward?

2007-01-31T22:36:00.000-08:00

Today marks the last day of January and tomorrow is the start of February (I can't believe I still have trouble spelling 'February'). One month has zoomed past in a flash. The busyness of the month has allowed me too lose track of time. As clichéd as it sounds, it is pretty scary, just the thought of how fast time flies.

Joel Chan and Liang just left for Perth today and soon it's zeh's turn. ):

Anyway, Liang!! I will miss you, really. Like no one's going to disturb me anymore, and vice versa. Thank you for being the really sweet friend who would accompany me to take the bus home because you know I wouldn't like to take the bus home alone if possible. Thank you for also going the extra mile by always walking me home and also always asking zeh and I if we want to drink teh. (: Whenever, wherever there's coke and salt, I'll be reminded of Coke-A-Salt. It was fun. It always is fun hanging out with you. Missing you, brother. *hugs* (:

So tomorrow is the 1st of February and it is Lester dearest's birthday.

Lester dearest, HAPPY 8TEENth!! (: You are finally legal. Haha. Anyway, I pray that even as you embark on your next year, you would grow spiritually and physically (HAHAHA!!) mature. I also pray that this year would be a fruitful year spent on building up relationships that have been strained, lost or even those that are going on fine. (: Ni zhang da le!! Hope you have a blast tomorrow! Love you loads, Les. *bighug*

Ahh!! I really need to see a skin doctor. I think I'm rotting. Haha. Cheers and have a good night. (:

2007-01-30T23:23:00.000-08:00

One thing I learnt about myself today. When I bear a grudge, it is really terrible. My bad attitude starts to show on my already very black and grouchy face. It's so hard to forgive. But I guess after I talked things out with my friend personally, it kind of slowly resolved within me and we're fine now.

Sigh.

SMRT buses are really disgusting. They always have cockroaches crawling all around in the buses, the seats and the sides of the buses. The sight of it just makes me cringe. Like "eww". ):

Sigh.

I'm in a super sian plus grouchy mood now. Why? I don't know. ):

Sigh.

My team got our FYP topic already. We have to go back to school during our 9 week break to start on the project. Crap! Means no time to work. Means no money. Boohoo. ): Anyway, I think what we are doing on is quite interesting. We are supposed to use the Drosophila melanogaster (fruitfly) to evaluate the genotoxicity of selected preservatives at the organism and molecular levels. I'm praying hard the flies don't die halfway. Haha.

Sigh.

I think I need this right now.
Sigh.

2007-01-26T22:33:00.000-08:00

Think about His love
Think about His goodness
Think about His grace
That has brought us through
For as high as the heavens above
So great is the measure of our Father's love
Great is the measure of our Father's love

I really thank God for bringing me through this week. It has been hectic and I haven't really spent much time with Him. But because of His mercy, grace and love, He carried me through.

I haven't been all that responsible as well. I keep forgetting things that I need to do. Important things, that is. I am really very selfish at times huh? Always putting myself and my interests before others. I really ought to be ashamed of myself. Argh.

Just upside down.

2007-01-26T00:16:00.000-08:00

Things I have learnt in this phase of my life, mainly about friendships?

(1) There will always be someone who doesn't like you and you can't stop that person (reminder).

(2) True friends will never lie to you.

(3) Honesty and truthfulness are very important if you want to keep your friendship going on, like forever.

(4) Never fake a friendship. Friendships are supposed to be genuine. I would seriously not mind to have less a friend than to have a fake friend, whatever you call it. Yes.

And that's all. (:

2007-01-21T22:24:00.000-08:00

Today was good. I felt that worship was good and spirit-led. It really a whole lot of difference praying throughout the week and before the service starts.

I was feeling very nervous about worship today (as other days are, too). But today, I told myself, I got to pray. So I sat down and started praying. It was a time of engaging with God. Through asking Him to help me not be anxious and all, He led me to pray for other things as well. (:

Dear God, thank You for being so real in my life. It is through the little things that You reveal Yourself to me, little things that people may think are silly. It is through things like how I think everytime I wear that pair of pants that I wore today, it would rain. But it didn't today. I mean before I left the house, the sky was quite gloomy and grey but I prayed and I told myself to not bring the umbrella out of the house and it not only didn't rain, but the sun was shinning brightly. (: Yes Lord, thank You for not only showing me how real You are, but also for reminding me that when I pray, I got to have the faith to believe in what I pray. (: Lord, You are an ever faithful God. And so I praise You.

I want to walk with You everyday of my life
To talk with You in the good and the strife

Because..

You guide my path, each step that I take
You lead me on, in Your arms I'll stay

Thank You Lord. Amen. (:

2007-01-21T00:18:00.001-08:00

I'm the Bubble!!

Oh. Sure. I'm living in my own planet. Just like what my brother said. My bimbo planet. Hahaha! Oh wells. (:

2007-01-20T22:31:00.000-08:00

PICTURESSS!! (:

The team!

Well, they did say jumping makes you taller. Haha.

Smile.Laugh.Pose.Jump.Go crazy!

The person who guided me through trainings. Thank you Coach! Appreciate it loads!

Trainings are really great but they just make them even better! (:

My loves.

2007-01-19T12:06:00.000-08:00

I missed netball training yesterday. So sad. ): I want to train! I want to play!! NETBALL! NETBALL!! Rarr.

So guess why I missed training yesterday?

I missed training because my laptop's keyboard died on me, somehow without me touching it, so I had to go down to Funan to get it fixed. And I did not want to go alone so I called people up and two dear kind souls were so nice to walk and run in the rain from Suntec to meet me at Funan. Thank you Jon and Shin Yeong! (:

Anyway, shortly after I took my queue number, Jon came to look for me and he turned on my lappy. And guess what?! It was working fine!! Rarr. At first, I thought it was a wasted trip but I really enjoyed the company of both of them. Yayy! And I don't have to spend money that I don't have to fix the keyboard. Hooray! Praise God. (:

Our God is an awesome God, He reigns. (:

2007-01-17T23:58:00.000-08:00

God took Noah into the Flood - and He also brought him out of it. Similarly, He has not brought you to this point in your life to abandon you. Whatever the problems you face at this moment - God will bring you through.

-Cover to Cover-

Thank you Lord. I cannot help but to keep thanking You and being in awe of You for being so real in my life. What came out in my daily devotions was just so apt. I thank You, Lord with all my heart.

Keep praying for this Sunday's service R-age leaders. I really believe God will do a mighty work in the service. But we really need to PRAY and BELIEVE. This is a test of our faith and hunger for God. Yes, pray.

2007-01-17T00:07:00.000-08:00

Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path

When I feel afraid
Think I've lost my way
Still You're there, right beside me
Nothing will I fear
As long as You are near
Please, be near me to the end

Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path

I will not forget
Your love for me and yet
My heart forever is wandering
Jesus be my guide
And hold me to Your side
And I'll love You to the end

Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path

Abide, Vern. Abide.
Pray, Vern. Pray.

2007-01-16T19:11:00.000-08:00

I seriously cannot stay at home. I eat ~~too much~~. Oh wait. Correction. I eat NON-STOP. Rarr.

This is so not constructive. Oh wells. Tralalalalaa. (:

And HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULESSS!!
I miss you dear. *hugs* (:

2007-01-14T22:07:00.000-08:00

Self Reflections

Things to Work On
(1) My attitude
It's still quite bad. Whenever I am stressed, I would tend to flare up. That's really bad, you know? Plus I get stressed really easily, so imagine me always in a fury. It is very terrible, isn't it?

(2) Stop complaining
I think I complain too much. Where's the joy? Haha!

(3) Jealousy issues
I seriously don't know why I'm such a jealous person. But there's one thing I do know for sure and that is if jealousy isn't dealt with, hatred will arise. Bad Nessa! Baddd.

Lessons to Learn
(1) Self control
(2) Patience
(3) Love - Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast.
(4) Joy

Basically, the fruit of the spirit. (:

2007-01-12T23:48:00.000-08:00

Today is one of the bestest day I've had in my life. *beams* (:

Well, first of all, today's lesson was really interesting. We discussed about organ transplant and how our body reacts to the foreign tissue (transplanted organ).

Then we had out match with NTU. Obviously we got thrashed but everyone felt that everyone played really well today. We put up a good fight. I think the most classic moment was when the Goal Keeper fell right on top of me. It was almost slow motion. Haha! And I got quite a big bruise on my knee. *ouch*

Hmmm. Poor Abby injured her ankle. I think everyone could see that it was very painful because she was on the verge of tears. And my dear MJ, I know how you felt. Sorry. *bighugs*

Yes yes. So, today is one of the bestest day in my life.
Cheers.

2007-01-12T00:05:00.000-08:00

My Thanksgivings (:

I thank God for...
(1) IVP.
It is because of IVP that we don't have training on Thursday. And because I don't have training on Thursday, I can go for RL meeting without having to skip training.

(2) Jean.
I really want to thank God for Jean because she will be taking the Sec1 kids for cell at Grace2, so she will be calling them up and stuff, which means a load off my shoulder! Praise God! (: Well, it's a load off my shoulder not because I don't enjoy doing all the stuff but I really have too many things in hand to deal with. Hee.
My brain is still in a scattered mess. Haha.

(3) FYP teammates.
You know what?! I have my FYP teammates already! Yayy! It was quite a complicated story behind how I got my teammates. But yes! I have them now and I'll be looking forward to working with them in Year 3.

(4) Psalm 73.
I thank God for Psalm 73 because on my way to school, this verse was brought to mind. I thought I saw "Psalm 73" somewhere the previous night, so I decided to read it. And you know what? It really blessed me and I pray it will bless you too. So go read it. (:

Psalm 73:28
28 But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign LORD my refuge; I will tell of your deeds.

There's so much to thank God for. (:

2007-01-11T11:58:00.000-08:00

Went out with Abby to collect our jerseys before the match yesterday. And since we had quite a lot of time left, we decided to self-tour around IKEA to kill time. It was really fun and MJ, you were missed. *hugs* (:

Here are some of the pictures taken.

Abby and I in our new jersey. We love it! (:

Abby and I. So happy. Lol!!

Smileeeeee! Hee. We really liked the background. It's PINK! (:

This was taken just before we left IKEA. So cute right!! Haha.

That's us once again, on the way to NIE for our game.

That's all folks! (:

2007-01-11T00:27:00.000-08:00

Tralalalalaaa! (:

We played against TP just now. So I got to play with Qing Xiu. Her defence is still as good as ever. (: Haha. I really enjoyed the match. It was really fun and challenging at the same time. After this IVP is the National League. I can't wait!! But that also means tougher trainings? But also more time with dearest Abby and MJ! Yayy! (:

Daddy sent MJ and I home just now and we were just discussing about our play in the car just now and we all think that we need to work a lot on our stamina and agility. Haha! Yeaps! I think we should. Hee.

Alrights, I better hit the sack right now, if not I think I won't be able to wake up tomorrow, AGAIN!! Hurhur. Nightynights!

Tralalalalaaa! (:

A test of patience.

2007-01-08T23:57:00.000-08:00

It is only the beginning of the year and Van is exhausted. Or rather overwhelmed by the millions of things she has to do, especially all the administrative crap. I guess she just needs time to adjust and strength from God. (:

Team Republic played really badly against SMU today. I reckon they were all kan cheong so SMU thrashed them real bad. It reminded me of the "Vittorians" days. Haha.

Oh wells. Tomorrow shall be a better day.

Famished.

2007-01-06T00:05:00.000-08:00

R-ageberry Jam was great. But the presence of God was A-AWESOMEEE!

I really love prayer meetings. When we all come together to pray and seek God and to encourage one another.

Prayer meeting isn't a compulsory thing, so you know that the people go for it willingly. And when people go for prayer meetings willingly, they are ready to seek God and pray for the ministry, the church and stuff like that.

With willingness as such, there's no doubt that God would indeed move and fill the place with His presence. I couldn't help but just stand in awe of Him.

When we spent time praying alone after Pastor Ronald asked us to claim the promises that God has given to us, the words that came to me were "I will never leave you. I will never forsake you. I will always be here for you.". I was like "Wow God!". I really needed that. (:

When the meeting was coming to an end, Pastor Ronald asked us to pair up to pray for each other. I paired up with Suhui jie. I really thank God for her. He used her to minister to me. I'm blessed.

God is really amazing. I really can't help but to be in awe.

Remember, God will never leave you nor forsake you. Wherever you are, there He'll be. (:

2007-01-04T13:48:00.000-08:00

Nonono. Priorities are all wrong. ):
Time to rearrange and get focused.

Question to always ask self: "In the midst of all the doing, where's God?"

2007-01-04T09:32:00.000-08:00

No love, love don't come easy
But I keep on waiting
Anticipating for that soft voice
To talk to me at night
For some tender arms to hold me tight
I keep waiting, I keep on waiting
But it ain't easy (it ain't easy)
No, you know it ain't easy

When mama said
You can't hurry love
No, you'll just have to wait
She said, trust give it time, no matter how long it takes
She said love don't come easy it's a game of give and take

2007-01-02T18:17:00.000-08:00

Alrights. I'm really lazy to upload all the individual photos into PhotoBucket first. So I decided to make them into a collage instead. Hurhur.

First Collage

Top left to Bottom Right:
1. Eleena Jie
2. Gladys
3. Kerpal
4. ShinYee, ShinYeong and Joel

Collage No.2

Top left to Bottom Right:
1. Joel Tang (Thanks for the pictures!)
2. Me with Mandy's hand - This shot is so funny. It looks as if Mandy's praying for me and I just received enlightenment. Lol.
3. Jeanie Beanie dearest
4. STEPHIEEE! (:
5. Joey (Thanks for the photo too!)

Alrights. There you go. The photos. (:

2007-01-02T01:01:00.000-08:00

Wow. It's already the second day of the new year. Hello 2007. That's fast. And I'm already busy like a buzzing bee. Lol.

Watchnight was alright. There wasn't much going on actually. There weren't many performances. Neither were there games. In fact, there was only one performance from our very own youth dancers. (: Well, there was supposed to be games but they cancelled it due to the lack of time. But in any case, I enjoyed the small talks after our countdown. (:

I'll upload some of the pictures later or something. Yeah.

Zeh asked me how come our church doesn't have musicals and I told her "Have. We used to have musicals". Well, I really do hope that our church will start having musicals again. It would be nice.

The most memorable musical that I've watched in church was "Project Bethlehem". I like it a lot. That was what inspired me to want to perform and sing. But the performing part just didn't happen. Haha.

But I guess having a musical would mean much hard work, planning ahead, lots of manpower and logistics. Oh wells. Who knows? Maybe musicals will start to come alive again in our church and many more souls will be saved through the evangelistic message. (:

Alrights, I suppose it's about time to sleep now. Goodnight and adios amigos. (:

2006-12-28T23:59:00.000-08:00

Vanny went out with Dearest MJ and Abby again today. Haha! We once again went shopping and we caught "Night At The Museum". The show is worth watching. Really! I might even want to get the DVD when it is out. It's totally hilarious man. I laughed like mad and MJ and Abby ended up laughing at me instead. Hurhur.

I really enjoyed the time that we just sat down, ate and talked. Time zoomed past us, bacause before we knew it, we had to head home. Haha.

MJ kept talking about her Bestie today and it got me thinking of mine. Haha. And naturally, the first person that came to my mind is none other than my dearest Xinyi!! (: Heehee.

The bestfriend and I (:

So that's us. Haha! Anyways, I was just thinking of how we grew up together. Haha. How we met at the playground, got to know each other and coincidentally our parents met while playing tennis and gradually we became friends forever. Haha.

You know something, I don't think she knows this anyway. Haha!! But, I really didn't like her all that much last time because I felt that she liked to copy and follow me. And I would feel really irritated. I think it's a phase of growing up. All the childish stuff going on. Hahaha! But I don't know, gradually, I just got to know her even better and loved her so much more. I am totally overjoyed to see her serving in church too. Hee. And did you know that we can like read each others' minds. Hahaha!! It's so totally cool. I really love her truckloads man.

I love you Xinyi!! (: *hugs* Thank you for always being there to share my joy, tears and the other crappy stuff. Heehee. Oh! Thanks for telling me that you "jumped ship" already. Little details as such are important in friendships too, you know? Heee. Yayyy!! Now I have a new chill out place. Haha. And I forgot to tell you I just cut my hair. Wahaha. See you on Saturday!! *HUGSSS*

2006-12-28T12:51:00.000-08:00

December.
I love Decembers!! (:

How can anybody not love December?

The lazy mornings, the cool breeze, Christmas! Friends, family time, holidays, love, FOOOOOD! Yummy Yum Yum. (: And of course BIRTHDAYS!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FEI MEI!!! (:
Keep dancing for the Lord. *HUGS*

2006-12-27T11:19:00.000-08:00

The rain has finally stopped. (: Maybe one day, it will keep raining non-stop in Singapore and then it will start snowing. Hahaha!

Lalalalaaa.

2006-12-26T22:23:00.000-08:00

Aizhen's officially my manicure buddy. Lol! (:

HAPPY BOXING DAY!!

2006-12-25T22:26:00.000-08:00

Some pictures from Christmas Countdown Stayover in G2.

Adora sweetie feeling a little bored here (:

And because of her boredom she decided that she should take pictures of others as well. Haha!

She took a picture of Lester

And another of Sheryl (:

Oh yes! Meet Sheryl! She's really funny. I'm really thankful to have met and known her through the Leaders' Retreat, playing 'ABSOLUTE BAULDERDASH'. I crack up real bad whenever I hang out with her. Lol.

Oh hey! That's me. Can't remember who took the snapshot but that's AhMah Van in her AhMah specs. Look! In the background there's BoonShong.

So let me briefly introduce you to BoonShong. (: BoonShong is one of the Youth Center kids. He is quite a regular there. I see him almost all the time I'm there. He hasn't accepted Christ YET, but let's pray together and believe that one day God will open up his heart and minister to him. (: He can be rather mischievous sometimes, but still adorable. (:

Now this is Kenneth. He is like the PaPa of BoonShong. So funny. Haha!!

2006-12-25T19:09:00.000-08:00

I am so blessed this year. (: By knowing that I have been a blessing to others, is really encouragement to me. (: And I thank God for allowing me to be that blessing in someone else's life. Hee.

Shoutouts
My dearest cell girls: *BIGHUGS* I am so going to miss taking you girls for cell together with Lyd. I really enjoyed watching you girls grow to be more beautiful spiritually and appearance wise. I really pray that you will continue to allow God to nuture you into the fine young ladies that He wants you to be. (:

Lyd: I really enjoyed teaching with you. I've learnt a lot even through watching you teach the girls. Thank you, thank you.

Abby, Joey, MJ and Aizhen: I really enjoyed the mini Christmas party that we organised. I love you girls so much. May you be able to see the true meaning of Christmas. *hugs*

Jeanie Beanie: Thank you for always looking out and wanting the best for me. (: I love you dear. You're really a Barnabeeee. (Lol. I don't know how to spell it. Hahaha!)

Lester: My all time favourite boy, bestest friends forever and the most wonderful xiao di anyone can have. (: It has been a blessing watching you grow and serve in church. It always brings a smile to my face seeing you being so passionate about the things of God. I love you bruddah. (:

Cheryl darling: Merry Christmas!! Happy Birthday!! (Belated brithday actually. Haha!) Yayy! Meet up! Meet up!! (:

Mel Fam: Shake it like a salt shaker! (: Thank you for always making me smile. Laugh actually. Hahahahaa!! *hugsss*

The Tiko Gang: I miss you girls a lot. When's the next sleepover? Merry Christmasss!

And to everyone else!!! Have a blessed CHRISTmas! JESUS LOVES YOUUU! (:

2006-12-23T00:51:00.000-08:00

Van is pissed! Super duper pissed. This is outrageous and it's getting out of hand. She had better stop it.

2006-12-21T23:55:00.000-08:00

Happy happy dappy flappy! (:

*HUGSS*

2006-12-17T00:49:00.000-08:00

Jehovah Jireh, my Provider
His grace is sufficient for me.

You know, God has always been providing me with everything I need. I just had to ask and He would give. How amazing is that? But you know, the most amazing part is that, I really don't deserve the things I ask. But He gives them to me anyway. Because He is my AWSOMELY BIG GOD WHO LOVES ME UNCONDITIONALLY. (:

I have been looking forward to later's Leaders' Retreat for the longest of time already. When we were asked to confirm our attendance for the full retreat, I was rather hesitant on going then because we had to pay $55 for it and I'm really a broke kid. But I remember telling someone, "It's okay. I'll be going for the full retreat and pray about the money.".

And so I did! I prayed about it. And nothing happened. Haha! So I decided to take out my savings to pay for the retreat. But guess what?! God is Jehovah Jireh. He provided me the money. (:

This morning, zeh passed me fifty buckeroos and said it was from my aunt. I was overjoyed! Because that meant I didn't have to pay for the retreat (except for the other $5). So I was thinking to myself about the $5 that I had to pay and I was thinking to myself "nevermind. $5 beats the $55 that I have to pay.".

And the most amazing thing just happened. My brother just walked into my room and passed me $50 and said it was from my mummy.

WAHAHAHAHAHA!! PRAISE GOD! HE IS SOOO AWESOME I TELL YOU!
It's a good reminder to me that my God is my provider and I don't have to worry about anything. 'Cause when everything is in His hands, everything's gonna be alright. (:

It isn't just about monetary stuff, but in every other way, He provides. He has provided me a family, a roof over my head, friends, loved ones and many other stuff. He has provided me with so much and all glory, honour and praise belongs to Him alone.

He is indeed Jehovah Jireh. A God who provides.

2006-12-16T20:49:00.000-08:00

I have a problem. It's a terrible problem.

Whenever I start eating I cannot stop. Yes, especially the junkies. Lol. How horrible right? I have to keep psychoing myself you know. Lol. And the weirdest thing is that when I am doing stuff or shopping, I can totally forget about having to eat. Just keep me occupied.

Ahh hahh!! I know! Maybe I just have to keep keeping myself occupied! Lol.

Hmm. Interesting. Totally random. And I think I just sounded like a total air head. Oh man. Not again. Hahaha.

*Shakes head and walks away*

2006-12-14T13:30:00.000-08:00

Rhema Conference was a blast! Yesterday was the last day of it. I thoroughly enjoyed myself throughout the whole conference, learning more about God and just engaging with the Spirit. It was awesome and definitely not the end it. I want to hunger even more for God. (:

It is really different from the annual camps that we used to organise. It was a whole new experience. I enjoyed serving together with the worship teams, leading the people into a time of worship, engaging God.

The schedule of the Conference was good. It wasn't taxing or tiring. I really could absorb what was preached (except the last morning). Lol. 'Cause we had worship rehearsal till quite late the previous night. The workshops were pretty amazing too. I learnt quite a lot, especially from Pastor Monty. He is so filled with the Spirit. Praise God.

Alrights. So what now?

I think we all should apply what we have learnt little by little into our lives so that the things that we have brought home with us would not become void. I have so much to work on. So may things must be changed and done. But I can't do it without God. So I'll pray for all of us that God be our strength and that we would learn to rely on Him. (:

Prayer works wonders. Don't belittle the prayers you pray everyday.

I'm looking forward to Rhema '07. Hope to see you there. (:

2006-12-11T23:57:00.000-08:00

These words "the world can't take away Your love" have never been so real to me before until tonight when we sang the song "Sing (Your Love)".

And I'll sing, sing
I love You so
And I'll sing
Because the world can't take away Your love

You know, I really am in such awe right now, at how great our Father's love for us is. And I don't want that awe to go away. Whenever I think about His great love, I just want to cry because I know that I so do not deserve that unconditional love that He has for me.

I too just want to be broken before Him again and again because His love for us is just so real and is so great to the extent that it isn't something we can comprehend. You need to experience it on your own. If not, you'll never be able to understand, no matter how much I or even others pour out to your guys.

I really don't want to live life the way I am living now. It almost amounts to nothing. Even when I do my Quiet Time, I rush through it. What point is there then when I don't meditate on the Living Word of God and allow the Spirit to just minister to me?

And when it comes to prayer, I don't wait on the Spirit. I just say what I want God to know and that's it. So where is the communication in that? Communication is a two-way thing. How can two people communicate when only one is talking?

There are way too many distractions before me. I know I'm a dreamer and my mind has that capability to wander as far as it would go. No matter where or when. I need to fix my eyes on God.

I know the fact that the closer I walk with God, the more the devil would want to come to destroy and play mind games, knowing that that is my weakest link. I know that I may miss a step and fall probably many times because I'm only human. I'm not perfect. I'm like everyone else. Christians and non-christians alike. But, you know what? I know that my God is so much greater than the devil and any of my fears. And I really just want to cling on to Jesus because He is my source of strength.

I absolutely do not want this zeal and passion for God to die off because it just happens too often especially when I let my guard down. I know it won't be easy living for Christ. People might think that I'm weird and call me a church mouse or whatever, but seriously, I don't really bother anymore. Because in my life, I only have to please one person. And that person is God.

I want to be molded and changed to be more like Christ everyday and also to know Him a little more everyday. I want my relationship with God to keep growing. I want an intimate relationship with Him. Yeaps. You heard me right. I said relationship. (: Not religion. Because christianity is about the relationship we have with God. It isn't just about a religion.

I want to be a living testimony that shines for Christ. Yes, even in my family (which really is the toughest). I will try and must try my best. Especially with regards to my temper, attitude and stuff. But I am willing to try. I know I have made many bold statements today. I might not be able to live up to all of them. But I certainly will try to.

Dear God, You know my heart. I really want to live for You. Please help me to. And when the going gets tough, teach me to cling on to You even more tightly than before. I need You, Lord. I really do. In Jesus' Name, I pray. Amen.

If anyone of you are free on Tuesday and/or Wednesday night, do come down to Grace Assembly of God (Bukit Batok) for our night services for this conference that we are having. It starts at 7p.m and ends around 9p.m - 9.30p.m. But please do be there at about 6.30p.m because we have some fun activities before the service starts. Our church is located at the crossroads of Bukit Batok West Ave 4 and 7, just opposite the golf range.

Do come down if you live around that area or if you have nothing on, on those evenings. I'm sure you'll be blessed too. Just give me a buzz if you're coming down. (:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASTOR CUIXIAN!!
GOD BLESS YOU. (:

2006-12-09T22:57:00.000-08:00

Guidelines to A Father-Daughter Bonding Session

(1) Watch a soccer match
(2) Eat some peanuts
(3) Drink some wine
(4) Enjoy each other's company

I enjoyed the Father-Daughter bonding session I had with my daddy just now. We watched the ManU vs. ManCity match, ate some peanuts, drank some wine and more importantly we enjoyed each other's company. (:

Love you dad. (:

2006-12-07T14:44:00.000-08:00

Got it from Sammy Wammy's blog.

You Have A Type B+ Personality

You're a pro at going with the flow
You love to kick back and take in everything life has to offer
A total joy to be around, people crave your stability.

While you're totally laid back, you can have bouts of hyperactivity.
Get into a project you love, and you won't stop until it's done
You're passionate - just selective about your passions

Do You Have a Type A Personality?

2006-12-06T00:33:00.000-08:00

Thank you Nisa babe for your present. I love it. Especially the massager. I so needed it the moment I tore open the wrapper. And it is really cute. I love the ladybug. Haha. Thank you for the book too! It looks like it's really interesting. But I think it has to wait a little while. Van is currently super busy. *hugs* I'm too lazy to take a picture of both of them though, so you guys don't get to see it. Haha.

2006-12-04T23:41:00.000-08:00

Birthday dinner with The Family at Raku Zen

My family and Zeh's food. Lol.

Left to right: 1. Ah Yee
2. Zeh, Elliot, Zacky boy
3. Zacky boy
4. Zeh
5. Zeh's food
6. Elliot
7. Mummy and Zacky boy
8. Mummy and zeh
9. Daddyyy!!

Zehhh

Took loads of pictures. I mean, what's new? Hahaha!

Ah Yeeee!

Thank you for the dinner Ah Yee. Love youuu. (: And also for always doting on all of us.

My AMAZING set of parents

That's my beloved daddy and mummy. Though they love to nag a lot and it gets on my nerves at times, I know that they mean well. I really don't know what I would do without them. Thank you both sooo much. *hugs* (:

2006-12-04T00:51:00.000-08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO VANNY ME
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MEEE! (:

MY FAVOURITE PEOPLE

Left to right: Yuting, Ah Mah, Jill, Xinyi, Ida, SockPeng

That picture was taken by my super louya pok camera phone. Lol. Anyways, the point is that they are my really good girlfriends. And I love every single one of them to bits. I bet they spent a bomb to prepare and buy my presents. They got me loads of stuff. They got me the Aussino towel that I wanted, really pretty balloons and gave me money to get the top that I want. J'adore. Besides that, they cooked and bought lots of food for me! I was totally stuffed. Lol.
ILOVEYOUGIRLSSOMUCH!!

Presents

Left to right: 1. Birthday notes to Van in Pull&Bear voucher form from the Tikos (It's hilarious but really sweet)
2. Really cute happy birthday balloon from the Tikos too
3. Shoes. Birthday gift from myself! (:

More presents!

Left to Right: 1. Zara 3/4 pants from Zeh (ILOVEYOUU!)
2. The balloons from the Tikos
3. Birthday card from mummy and daddy
4. Aussino 3 piece towel from the Tikos
5. Precious Moments figurine from mummy and daddy
6. Some of the presents on the floor and my rather messy table

CoffeeClub Express

My darling Cheryl!! (: She treated me to CoffeeClub. She's a gem. She was so tired and also had to study for her exams but still made time to celebrate with me. *hugs* She celebrated with me on her boyfriend's birthday and celebrated with him the day before instead. Where else can I find a friend as such? Haha. You're so precious to me dear. Thank you! (:

Thank you Amanda for being the first to wish me once the clock struck 12. I bet you were staring at the clock the whole time. Haha! "HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY VANESSA SOH ! (: LOVE YOU MY DEAR CM (:"

I'm loved! (:

Thank you also to my dearest Meena, Eugene, Deserie, Zeh, Fattybin, Bett, Lanz, HoHo, Bav, YiKai, Serene, Qing Xiang and whoever else I missed out. Sorry. Haha!

I'm really blessed! Thank you all. Thank You, God! (: J'taime.

And finally, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, RACHOOOO TOOO! (:

2006-11-30T23:59:00.000-08:00

"Whether it's at your school or at your job, it comes down to living out your Christian faith and not just talking about it. We can say what we want about Christ all day, but if other people don't see our faith potrayed in our lifestlye, it means very little."

-Faith that breathes (for women)-

How true.
I'm trying.
I really am.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AH YEEE!
LOVE YOU TRUCKLOADSSS! (:

2006-11-28T23:57:00.000-08:00

I'm tired. Physically. I think it's most probably because of the friendly game we had with Innova JC just now. I haven't trained for so long and I got tired on court when I was playing Goal Attack. Haha! So paiseh. Coach said I was literally walking on court. HAHAA!!

I need to train really hard for my physical. I couldn't believe I lost so much stamina. Haha. And I also need to train superbly hard on my shooting. I haven't been shooting since I don't know when.

IVP is coming soon and it's going to be really disastrous. I'm praying for a miracle. Urgh.

Lesbian tendencies are not very good. Lol. I'm so screwed.

2006-11-28T11:44:00.000-08:00

Island Creamery

ZackyBoy and Theowee

Vanny and ZackyBoy

ZackyBoy.Vanny.Theoweee

Theo's in love. Muahahaa!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JONATHAN NGGG!
YOU'RE GREATLY MISSED! (:

2006-11-27T16:18:00.000-08:00

"Jesus changes us with the presence of His Holy Spirit--the Counselor who works deep inside us as our Comforter, Compass and Guide. He constantly points us to His heart--our true north.

We also use the map of His living Word to prayerfully chart our course and seek our final destination: His character and likeness.

Count on this: The presence of the Holy Spirit will always keep pointing us toward the heart of Jesus. When our lives seem to spin recklessly out of control, it is more important than ever to immerse ourselves in the magnetism of His presence, the overwhelming pull of His love and His Word."

A FAITH THAT BREATHES
..seeks Him with a focused vision.
..seeks Him through prayer.
..seeks Him as a lover.
..seeks Him minute by minute--despite busy schedules.

-Faith That Breathes (for women)-

Faith That Breathes is like my extra devotional material. It is very real and I can relate to it. I'm sure everyone else can too. This is just a small portion which really spoke to me. Hope that it will bless everyone who reads it too. (:

2006-11-26T22:51:00.000-08:00

Psalm 139:7-10

7 Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? 8 If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in the depths, You are there. 9 If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, 10 even there Your hand will guide me, Your right hand will hold me fast.

Where else can I go? Where else can I run to? Even if I were to keep on running forever to wherever, You will be there. For You love and Your are Love and Your love keeps pursuing. I need to stop running away. I have to stop being Miss Escapist.

XiuQing (:

Cheers to 6 years of friendship and more to come. (:
Van loves XiuQing! *hugs*

2006-11-25T23:20:00.000-08:00

Hooray! Hooray! Hoorayyy!! (:

I passed my umpiring test today! Heh. I'm a cadet umpire now. Hahaha! But still have lots of stuff to work on before I can become a C grade umpire. Hurhur. (:

You let me walk away
Though You've tried a thousand many times
Like a love that's unrequited i did not reply
And if i died tonight I’d still awake in Your arms

You let me walk away
Though it pierces your heart
And I’ve run so far so many times
I'm stained with Your blood
And all of my thoughts just keep tearing us apart

So i'm singing this late apology
And i pray that You'll not take your sweet presence from me
Oh Jesus redeemer, my King and my Saviour
My precious constant faithful friend
No matter what life brings
But i keep singing the same apology
And i pray that You'll not take your sweet presence from me
Oh keep me forever, in all life's endeavours
It's here that i belong, with You my King

Though I’ve come so far thought my battles are already won
But the road's just got rockier
I'm back to square one never learn my lessons well
And i'm always searching for something else

-Broken Apology, Samantha-

2006-11-22T21:30:00.000-08:00

Went to Sentosa with the lovelies today. After which we headed to VivoCity for lunch and some window shopping. Here are some pictures. (:

Abby and Joey

They are my lovelies (:

Joey and Van

JoeyPoey (:

That little thing is from BAKERZin. It's nice but a little too pricey. Heh.

Me.Joey.Abby

That's just us! (:

I love you guys sooo much!
*BIGHUGS*

2006-11-21T00:51:00.000-08:00

Went to Vivo City with a few of my Secondary School classmates just now. (: They celebrated my birthday in advance, a lot in advance. Haha! But I enjoyed the little company that we had. (: Oops. Didn't take any photos though. My phone was on low batt. See! That's why I need a Digi Cam. Lol.

Thank you Ah Mah, Xinyi, Sock Peng, Yuting, Timmypoo, Fattybin and Hong Siong for taking time off to celebrate with me.
*You know this sounds really weird? Because it really is still quite long before my birthday arrives. Haha!!

Anyways, thank you Ah Mah for organising it, Fattybin for sending me home (though I took quite long to PERSUADE you to. HAHAHAH!) and Hong Siong for checking on me, to see if I was home safely. That was really sweet, totally appreciated it. (:

Thanks you guys! I love y'all sooo much! You mean a lot to me. (:

2006-11-20T12:28:00.000-08:00

JennoManno and meeee

I missed you brother! (: It was really nice seeing you yesterday.
And I look like a geeky nerd in the picture. Haha!

We put up the Christmas tree yesterday. So pretty. (:
Loves.

2006-11-19T16:45:00.000-08:00

You're here with me
My Saviour, my King
My everything, oh Jesus
You are the reason I live
Forever I'll give my all to You

Thank You Lord for being so patient with me.
Fixing my eyes on You.

2006-11-18T23:34:00.000-08:00

I'm hungry AGAINNN!

Help!

2006-11-17T15:58:00.000-08:00

Today's a bad day and I hate myself.

1. Didn't pack my bag the day before
2. Late for school (lab)
Jaded
3. Did not load the samples into the wells properly (lab)
4. Buffer solution got on my lab coat, somehow
Klutz
5. Contact lens irritating my eyes
6. Spilled water on myself while drinking

Right now, I'm highly irritable.

Today's a bad day and I hate myself.

2006-11-17T14:50:00.000-08:00

I have decided to continue using purplemooo. (:

I actually miss it. Hee.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRISSSS!(:

2006-11-15T13:47:00.000-08:00

Shifted! (:

http://ballooningpufferfish.blogspot.com

2006-11-14T23:39:00.000-08:00

Pretty dangling lights
Draped from tree to tree
Coiled around on tree barks
Glowing brightly all night

You know the pretty lights adorned in the city streets for Christmas? Every time I look at them, I am just so enthralled. And you know what they reminded me of? They reminded me of us!

I mean we as christians are to be the light of the world to be able to shine brightly and prettily for Christ too. Yeah. (:

2006-11-12T22:31:00.000-08:00

This week's extras! (:

I have been eating too much this week. Too many snacks and late night supper. At this rate I'm going, I seriously am going to put on weight. Haha!

Daddy said I should join drama. That's nice to hear. (: THEATRE ARTSSSS! *screams*

I can't believe I couldn't spell "deteriorate". Urgh.

Lunch with Jeanie today was splendid. It's been so long since we had lunch together and just enjoy each other's company. I savoured every moment of it. Love you Jeanie Beanie. (:

Help me to live life through Your eyes.

Oh! And I forgot the add that Xinyi stayed over on Friday night too. Love her truckies. (:

2006-11-10T16:00:00.000-08:00

You know, I always feel bad when I have to turn my friends down.

Espcially my Netball babes. There's been too many times that I turn them down and I really feel so bad. And I do believe it kind of plays a part in causing the drift. Urgh.

I'm sorry girls. ):

Anyways, time for birthday wishes.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY EUGENE LIM JIAN RONGGG AND MY DEAREST JILL SIM TINGGGG! (:

2006-11-09T23:45:00.000-08:00

I'm never the smart kid.
Why oh whyy?
And so I'll never be an 'A' student. Neither will I make it as a 'B' student. Arghh! How pathetic.

I'm trying.
I really am trying.
Sigh.

2006-11-09T15:31:00.000-08:00

Happy is a yuppie word.
Lol.
Okay. Random. (:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIANGGGG!
YOU'RE LOVED. (:

2006-11-07T00:34:00.000-08:00

For the past 2 weeks, I have been walking home in and with fear. There's this silly cat that has followed me home a few times already and sometimes it just sits outside my house door or my neighbour's. You really wouldn't know how agonizing it is to go home (probably with the exception of Suhui jie), hoping so hard that the cat would somehow disappear and never return. Lol.

Mixed feelings.
So I said goodbye and goodnight.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY WAMMY DEARIEEE!
ILOVEYOUUU(:

2006-11-03T23:58:00.000-08:00

I went for R-ageBerry Jam just now. It was really awesome to just come together to worship and pray. (:

Oh you know what? God is just so amazing. I reached church like an hour before the prayer meeting and I thought I was going to be all alone. But Jeanie was already in church! So we just talked, caught up and stuff. Blessed! (:

And you know, we saw James' mummy. She is such a sweet lady. She shared about her testimonies and I was so blessed by them. Blessed! (: Then before our prayer meeting started, Rachael and I were just talking and she said something that really meant a lot to me. It's something like "Van, you know you're really very precious. And your mummy loves you a lot." BLESSED! (:

By that time, I was already on the verge of tears. I could sense the Holy Spirit moving so strongly within me. He is just so loving and faithful. He really is a great God. My great God. (:

Okay! So here are the pictures as promised.
Celebrating the girl whose birthday is approaching REAL soon. (:

From left to right: Jill (birthday girl), Ahmah, SockPeng, Yuting, XinyiThat's our beloved birthday girl. (:
Mmmm. Yum yum.
That is Jill once again concentrating really hard on her food.
See! The food was really yummilicious! Lol.
Blowing out the candle.
One of the baking/cooking books that we bought for her.
Jill, Ahmah and SockPeng
Jill, Ahmah and XinyiYuting and Jill
Ahmah and Jill
Van and Jill
Check out this funkaye picture! Looks really cool aye? Haha! Oh that's Yuting and Xinyi!
That's USSSS! (:

That's all for now. (: Toodaloos everyone.

2006-11-01T23:56:00.000-08:00

I was so happy during netball just now. Wany came back!! I haven't been truly that happy for a long time during our trainings or friendlies or whatever already. I was smiling from ear to ear. I just couldn't stop smiled. Simply overjoyed. (:

After which I went to meet my darlings to celebrate Miss Jill Sim Ting's birthday in advance. We went to Giraffee. The ambience is really nice. Anyways, all of us were there except our dearest Ida. She has to study for her GP. Her 'A's officially start tomorrow.

ALL THE BEST IDALOO!

Hmm. I'm trying to upload the pictures. But looks like Blogger's acting up again. Oh wells. I guess I'd have to upload them tomorrow then. (:

Nights everyone. (:

Hey dear friend. It hurts to see you sad. Though I don't know what's going on but when you think your world is caving in, know that our Mighty God, who is also our comforter and friend, will always be right beside you. He can't wait for you to tell Him about your problems and your emotions. He'll be waiting. (: Take care my dear friend. *bighugs*

2006-10-31T10:52:00.000-08:00

Okay, this is totally random, but you know after studying Science everyday, learning about microorganisms and stuff, I can just imagine the microbes floating all around us. Sometimes on our hands after we sneeze and we use that same hand to touch something else. And when I imagine, it just sends chills down my spine. It's like "Eeeew! That's soooo gross." Hahaha. Yeah stuff like that.

Don't ask me why I even think about that, I seriously have no idea. Haha! Told you! It's totally random. Lol.

I gave up on changing my blogskin. The html codes for the two layouts that I wanted was just too much for my puneey lil' brain. It couldn't make out which codes were for what. Lol.

Today marks the last day of October. Another step closer to a new year. It seems quite exciting. (:

HAPPY HALLOWEEEEEEN!!(:

2006-10-28T21:46:00.000-07:00

My hope is in the Name of the Lord
Where my help comes from
You're my strength, my song
My trust is in the Name of the Lord
I will sing Your praise
You are faithful

God has been really good to me. He keeps reminding me of His faithfulness whenever I am fearful and stuff like that. I really thank Him. (:

Another thing that I want to be really thankful of is, my friends. There are some friends whom I don't often hang out with. But once we are together, we can just share about almost everything.

I thank God for Adora. She really is a precious friend who constantly encourages me whenever we start chatting. It is really amazing how our friendship started off. I'm glad God has placed her in my life and allowing me to really know her and love her for who she is. (: ILOVEYOUDEAR!!(:

Yeapyeap.

Alrightttt!! So I hung out with Daniel and Cheryl last night at Essential Brew. Amazing time of just hanging out and chilling out. I love you guys. (:

I had brunch (breakfast and lunch) at Old Airport Road with my family today. The food is just amazing. I really thank God for such wonderful food. Yummy!! The bonding time was good too. (:

And finally I just came home from the E Gig. It was really good. Just that the music was a little too loud. Haha. It was good because a few others and I felt that the gig was really non-believer friendly. Yeah. Stir, the band, was truly awesome. (:

2006-10-22T23:43:00.000-07:00

On my way for cell this morning, it was pretty amazing. I saw quite a number of christians. Well, not that I know them, but it just brings a smile upon my face when I know or see someone going to church.

Why?
Because you will never know, maybe that particular day the person goes to church is his/her turning point in his/her life. It is just so amazing, isn't it? It is all about God's timing. (: So I just thanked God and prayed for them sliently in my heart that God will truly bless them through the service.

On a side note, I think I need to have a more prayerful life. If not how to communicate with God? Plus, I want to be a prayer warrior. (:

Lord, I want to have an intimate relationship with You. (: Just like the one David had. Keep reminding me what it really means to have the heart of a worshipper and teach me true humility. I really want to know You more each day. Amen. (:

I had a dream. Was it a vision? It seemed too real.

2006-10-20T14:08:00.000-07:00

I love God and mummy. I really thank God for her. And God is really faithful. I had so much things to do last night and I know that I will not be able to finish it till the wee hours of the morning and I was like "how God?".

Then in the evening when I started doing my stuff already, mummy just came in, sat down on the chair and talked to me for awhile and she said "you need my help?". At first when she started talking, I felt really irritated because I had so much to do and yet she was asking me questions and stuff. Even when she rendered help to me, I was still feeling a little irritated.

While she went to take pencils for me from her room, I told myself that I should not feel that way, plus my mum actually came to help me. I mean she could just sit outside in the living room and just watch teewee with my dad. But she didn't. And I really enjoyed the time I spent with her. (: Not only that, I finished whatever I had to a lot earlier than my estimated time. Lol.

See how good God is? And I really love my mummy. I was quite sure she could hear the irritable sound in my voice but yet she was still patient with me.

I love mummy! (:

2006-10-19T15:22:00.000-07:00

It requires a certain amount of maturity and forgiveness in us to be able to reconcile and rebuild a friendship.

I have done my part. It's your turn now. (:

I'm soooo tired. This is so grueling.

2006-10-17T15:34:00.000-07:00

Just to see you smile. (:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WONG PONG PONG AND TIMMIE-TEA DEAREST! (:
Have a blasttt! (:

I'm doing this for you Jules. Happy? Heh. (:

1) Single, taken or crushing? Single
2) Are you happy with your life now? Definitely (:
3) When you meet the right person, do you fall in love with him fast? Wait till I meet the “right” person first. Lol.
4) Have you ever been heartbroken? Mmhmm
5) Do you believe that there are some circumstances, where cheating love is acceptable? Nah
6) Would you take someone back if he cheats on you? Uh uh
7) Have you ever talked about marriage to someone else before? Yeah
8) Do you want children? Of course! I love kids! *beams* (:
9) How many? 4? Lol.
10) Would you ever consider adoption? Definitely
11) If someone likes you now, what do you think is the best way for him to let you know his feelings? If you think our feelings are mutual, come tell me. If you know it’s not, you better not. You’ll just ruin the whole friendship. Haha.
12) Do you enjoy getting into relationships? Relationships? C’mon, just stick to ONE. Lol.
13) Do you believe in love at first sight? Yeah. Haha.
14) Do you believe you can change someone? Maybe.
15) If you could get married somewhere, where would it be? Orphanage? (: With all the little kids around. How exciting? It’s something new right? No one ever thought of that right? Lol. But I’d definitely still want a church wedding. (:
16) Do you give in easily when you're fighting? Depends.
17) Do you have feelings for someone right now? Hmm. What do you think? Hahaha!
18) Do you ever wish that you could have had someone, but you messed it up? Nah
19) Have you ever broken a heart? I guess so.
20) If one day your best friend falls in love with the guy you are deeply in love with, what would you do? *gasps* Lol.
21) Are you missing anyone right now? Many many people. Like Eleena jie, Maisieee! Come back quickly!! (:

2006-10-15T00:58:00.000-07:00

I suddenly realised how much I really love the arts, the theatre, after Shin Yeong asked me if I watched Forbidden City, followed by a string of other questions like why I like musicals.

I really love watching musicals, singing, dancing, drama because I love the display of emotions. Within the voices, you can sense such great emotions being poured forth to allure and engulf your whole being to be part of it. Every single gesture and facial expression being made speaks of your emotions, allowing your audience to engage and understand.

Don't you just love the theatre? (:

2006-10-13T10:29:00.000-07:00

HAPPY FRIDAY THE THIRTEEN!
IT'S GOING TO BE AN AWESOME DAYYY! (:
LOL.

2006-10-10T22:12:00.000-07:00

Colossians 3:1-17
1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.

5 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. 6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming. 7 You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8 But now you must rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. 11 Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all.

12 Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Well, although the Bible passage may be a little long, but I was really thankful for it that it served as a reminder to me when I was doing my Quiet Time.

The Little Reminders
(1) Set our eyes on what is eternal, not temporal.
(2) Rid our old self as we are made new in Christ. To ask God to renew us with His word daily as we meditate on it.
(3) We are God's chosen people. We need to have compassion, humility, kindness, gentleness and patience. We are also called to love and forgive.
(4) Let the Word of God dwell in us, to teach and admonish one another.
(5) In everything that we do, give thanks to God.

I hope my sharing has blessed you. (:

2006-10-10T10:14:00.000-07:00

I can listen to John Mayer and Michael Buble for the whole day and not get bored. (:

2006-10-09T13:42:00.000-07:00

Dinner at Rocky Pizza and Pasta yesterday with the girls to celebrate our dearest TIKOBU's birthday with happens to fall on Wednesday. (:

Them! (:
Thereafter, we headed down to Island Creamery at Serene Centre and ate good ice cream. The price is half of B&J's. Really worth it. My favourite is Nutella. (: Look at the picture below. Jacelyn Tay was there too but dining at the restaurant beside Island Creamery. Lol. She's really quite pretty. Absolutely friendly too.

Jacelyn Tay and meeeee!(:

Much insecurity
Too often, too lost
Not knowing what's ahead
"trust", is that what it's called?
"hope", is that what I need?
But still I will pray and know You are God

It's one of those i-am-feeling-a-little-moody-and-emo days again. ): Dang!
It must not get the better of me. Rarrr. Lol.
C'mon, cheer up me. Make me smile. (:

2006-10-04T15:00:00.000-07:00

I can only hold on to You and know that when everything is in Your hands, everything will work out fine. (: Thank You for loving me and watching over me.

2006-10-01T07:15:00.000-07:00

I am too lazy to blog everything down. So here's what's been happening.
[edittted]

Wednesday - Forbidden City Day
This was taken when we went to watch Forbidden City on Wednesday. The musical was way awesomeee! (:
After which, the following days, I worked for Yamaha with Theo and Sophie as chaperons for the Asia Electone Festival. Incredibly fun. I enjoyed myself truckloads. Basically, we brought the contestants that we were in charged of around for their practices and make sure they are doing fine. Not lost or whatever.

Overview of the past few days.

Day1 - After A Tiring Day
This was the first day. After we fetched the contestants, their trainers and family members back to the hotel.

Check out Sophie. Happily messaging Zach only. Lol.

And that's Theo posing for the camera.

After chilling at Starbucks, we went back to the hotel and took more pictures.

Look at Sophia, always trying to do something different. Hahaha!
Day2 - Practice Day
No pictures. We were all travelling separately, sending the contestants for their practices. It was a day of interaction with the contestants and their trainers. Cool! (:

Day3 - Day of Festival
Theoweeeeeee and I. Leap frog. Riiibbittt.That's meeeee! (: Marilyn Monroe wannabe. Lol.Sophie and I posing for the cam. *points points*

It was so tiring but I enjoyed myself! (:

Sunday - Cell Time
Meet Amanda. (: my cell girl. Loves. -paint us black and white-

Back to school tomorrow once again. ): why isn't there Children's Day for us? *booohooo*
Anyways, HAPPY CHILDREN'S DAYYY! (:

2006-09-28T00:45:00.000-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!(:
ILOVEYOUUU.

2006-09-26T09:58:00.000-07:00

Galations 5:6
..The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.

2006-09-24T22:57:00.000-07:00

Vainpots of the world uniteee! *clap* Another day out with Ethel. (:

(: + *click*
A closer shot.

Look up.
Look down.

Still smiling, still vain. Haha! (:
Cheers.

2006-09-23T22:58:00.000-07:00

Pictures as promised and moreee. (:

Maisie and me at Sentosa. She did this collage. (:

Maisie and me after playing and fooling around at Jurong Swimming Complex.

Ethel and me at the 24hr tao hui shop at Geylang. The food was really gooooood! Heh.

Ethel and me at our school's Food Haven canteen.Oh. It's us again. Ethel said that her head looked big in the previous picture so we took another one.
Ehhh? It's us again! Hahaa! Guess why now? 'Cause our beloved Ethel said "Eh, you smile like that ah? Okay, let's take another picture smiling like that!". Lol! I still love you dear. Haha! (:

Today is Fabia and Whei Jie's Wedding Day! Have a blissful wedding! (:

Maiiii, I am so sorry I can't make it to send you off tomorrow. I really really want to. But well, I can't sorry dear. Come back quickkk! I'll miss youuuu! BIGHUGSSS *squeezes Maisie really tightly* ILOVEYOUUU!

2006-09-21T23:04:00.000-07:00

My goshhh! I am like sooooo tired. Three consecutive days of netball and tomorrow will be the fourth. But God is my strength.(:

School just started today. But praise God! He is like so good. I love my classmates. They are like super nice and full of nonsense. Imagine, it's the first day of class and everybody is already so noisy. Haha!

Oh! And thank God for my lappy is back in action! Haha.

Outside Bugis Street

My dear girl and me(: Went out with her on Monday. We walked and laughed a lot. We walked from town to Bugis and talked a lot of nonsense along the way. I think some of the police guys thought that we were mad. Haha!

ILOVEETHELSNGYILING!!(:

2006-09-20T22:27:00.000-07:00

Thoughts of the day.

(1) There are many people calling themselves Christians but not living a life that reflects Christ.
I think we got to keep praying for them and also get into their lives to help them grow.

(2) There are way too many parents not showing enough love to and for their children. Love that their children need, that is. Most of the time they are just scolding and reprimanding their children.
I really wonder why. Are their kids really that bad that they have to reprimand them publicly?

2006-09-17T23:25:00.000-07:00

Job 11:13-20
13 "Yet if you devote your heart to Him and stretch out your hands to Him, 14 if you put away the sin that is in your hand and allow no evil to dwell in your tent, 15 then you will life up your face without fear. 16 You will surely forget your trouble, recalling it only as waters gone by, 17 life will be brighter than noonday, and darkness will become like morning. 18 You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look about you and take your rest in safety. 19 You will lie down, with no one to make you afraid, and many will court your favour. 20 But the eyes of the wicked will fail, and escape will elude them; their hope will become a dying grasp."

This is what I read for my QT the other day and it really showed me how marvellous God is because in Him, we have hope to carry on our everyday lives. We know what we are living for and that is to prepare ourselves for eternity and also to share the Good News with those who have not heard. My hope is in God. (:

Alrights. Anyways, yesterday's YA service was really good. It made me realise that as long as we are still living on this earth that we are on, we are imperfect. We can never reach perfection because only God is perfect. That is why we need to ask God to break us daily so that He can change us little by little every day and also to be used by Him. We need to ask God to make us humble daily, knowing that we are really nothing without Him.

2006-09-15T23:58:00.000-07:00

I really had a great week. (: I went to Sentosa on Monday and Jurong Swimming Complex on Tuesday with Maisie. We really had heaps of fun. I'm glad I asked you out dear. Heh. (: The rest of the week was filled up with work, netball trainings, hang outs and CAMY on Wednesday. (:

I really want to post up the pictures that I took this week. The ones at Sentosa, Jurong Swimming Complex and the ones that Ethel and I took when we went to Geylang to have tao hui after training on Tuesday. So nice. (: BUUUUTTT! My laptop crash and I can't turn it on. So I need to reformat my lappy. Hahah!

Today is our dearest Ethel's birthdayyy! (: HAPPY 7TEEN DEAREST! (: ILOVEYOUUU! God loves you tooo! Keep loving Him more and more each day. (:

And oh! I got into the POL-ITE team. Praise God. I really didn't even think that I would get in. So I really really thank God with all my heart! (:

God is AWESOMEEEE! (:

Hmmm. School is going to start soon. But I'm quite okay with it. Probably because I think I had quite a fruitful holiday and am ready to get back to school. Yayy! (: I'm ready for school and I really have to work very hard. My semester 1's results are not good at all. Rarrr. Hahaha.

Alrights. Off I go now. Miss meeee! (:

2006-09-10T18:02:00.000-07:00

Pslam 94 : 18-19
18 When I said, "My foot is slipping," Your love, O Lord, supported me. 19 When anxiety was great within me, Your consolation brought joy to my soul.

Thank You Lord for Your support and Your comfort. You indeed bring joy to my soul. And thank You for reminding me of the cross and what You have done for us too. (:

2006-09-08T23:10:00.000-07:00

God is really indeed very good. (: Awesome. You know, I still cannot fully fathom God's faithfulness and love for me because it is just way amazing. His ways are higher than our ways. And I am sure that there are lots more that He has installed for me. I can't wait! (: Oh. Nononono. I got to wait because God's timing is the BEST timing. Heh.

Praise God! Van had an awesome day for His favour surrounds her like a shield. (:

I just want to keep seeking You and Your things. I want to obey You because obeying You is loving You. (: Set me apart for what You want me to do. I love You. Van. (:

2006-09-07T23:59:00.000-07:00

Galations 6:4-5
4 Each one should test his own actions. Then he can take pride in himself, without comparing himself to somebody else, 5 for each one should carry his own load.

I always find this really tough to do. But i have to.

Galations 6: 9-10
9 Let us not become weary of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.

I want to do good to all people. But I think it really takes more than just doing that. It has to come with love. And that means even when I (we) are feeling super lousy, and just not in the mood, we still got to love them and do good the same as when we are happy.

I enjoyed helping out at the Youth Centre today.
(1) It was really fun talking to the youths who came. I was my spasticated self, self-amusing myself and hopefully the Youths were entertained by my nonsense.
(2) Looking after Carrisa and Annabel with Nicole and Amanda was really tiring but they are sooooo adorable. I want to have kids of my own too! Heh. (: (I want to get married and have kids!)
(3) Making bubble tea is cool. Crushing the ice into smaller pieces isn't. (super painful)
(4) I loved the small chats I had with various people today. People whom I haven't really talked to in awhile.

*beams*

2006-09-05T23:13:00.000-07:00

Van is really sad. More of disappointed actually. No. She is sad AND disappointed. But don't worry she'll probably snap out of it by tomorrow. *sigh* She knows that she did put in effort and played pretty well just now. Better than usual, in fact. She will not falter just because she wasn't selected. Rarrr. So frustrating.

Aiyahh. I am just really very SADAPPOINTED lah! ):

Anyhows. I am really broke. Dang! Thanks JoeyPoey for dinner. Heh.

I guess ultimately, all these don't really matter because God is still good. He still loves me just as I am. And I do Him too. I really do.

ILOVEJESUS!
YES!IDO!
ILOVEJESUS!
HOWABOUTYOUUU?
*beams* (:

2006-09-04T22:39:00.000-07:00

Van wants to watch Forbidden City!
Anyone wants to sponsor her?
Donate to the VannyWanny fund today!
Hehh. (: