Thomas and Ju's Wedding recap

Thomas and Ju's wedding yesterday was quite lovely - the bride looked quite radiant and the groom looked the same as ever (with a big grin on his face). It was also good to see Marcus - the bestest cell group leader I've ever had - though his wife, Char is in Singapore due to some baby complications (their baby is due this Dec). :( Ky Vern and May was there too and I found out that they're expecting their baby some time in early Jan. We were all in the same cell group in 2000 so it was quite a nice reunion in some sense.

The ceremony actually started at 10am sharp and was over by 11-ish. Thomas' pastor from Netherlands gave the exhortation. She shared from Matt 17:20, which was also Ju's favourite verse. In a funny way, the sermon and one of the songs really spoke to me - in one of those moments where you least expect it. Was quite encouraged and comforted.

Despite the rush back and forth, am really glad I went.

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"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn" - Alvin Toffler

Thomas and Ju's wedding tomorrow

Will be heading home shortly. Just finished taking the Hebrew test a couple of hours ago - it wasn't too bad. Should be able to pass it at the very least. ;) Totally forgot something major today - thank God for lecturers who are understanding and full of grace. :)

Will be heading back home shortly. Last minute I decided to attend my friends' (Thomas and Ju's) wedding tomorrow - despite the big pile of work that needs to be done. I suppose if it was anyone else, I'd have no qualms skipping it. I met them both in OCF Melbourne in 2000. We were in the same cell group - which was quite happening. Thomas is quite a sweetheart (and a bit Ah Beng-ish) and loves having good food. I remember the three of us going down Lygon street to our favourite lamb souvlaki place - which was totally awesome. Ju is from Singapore and I remember her liking all things pink.

Ju, Char, Faye and I used to play mahjong and hang out together. Of course one of the main topic that we talked about was boys. *grin. In one of our late night mahjong games, we promised we'd attend each others weddings. Thomas and Ju are now living in the Netherlands and are getting married tomorrow. So, after going back and forth about this a hundred times, it'll definitely be worth it to go back just to see them again - and to keep a promise.

The song

The song is playing faintly
Some days it is loud and clear
On others, it can be barely heard

It used to be constantly filled with happy tunes
The melody is now but a steady tune
Not quite joyful, not quite melancholy
Just somewhat subdued and dull

Perhaps the melody will change again
But for now, the song will play softly and continuously

Just to relieve stress

Studying for final Hebrew test tomorrow.. If only exams could be this simple:


Taken from http://xkcd.com/

Specs or contacts...

One side of my specs broke at CUG camp and I had to get a new pair. Ever since I started wearing specs at age 12, I notice that most of my specs had calamities befall of them except for my last two pairs. After this last incident, I am seriously considering getting a pair of contacts. So while I was contemplating if I should get a pair (personally, I rather just put on my glasses than spending more than half an hour sticking the things into my eyes), I saw uncle Kam Weng at the shop.

I told him about my dilemma and he cheekily quipped "Guys don't make passes at girls in glasses". Lols.

A few words

Am so absolutely bushed. Just got home from a meeting which started yesterday. It's been pretty good so far. This evening was a highlight for me personally. It was also the first time I tried Iranian food which tasted rather awesome! I particularly liked the kofta-like thing. Tomorrow should be another interesting day. Then it's back to seminary. *sigh

Back from CUG camp

Am back from CUG camp... It's been a good time hanging out with my young people though I felt really really old compared to them. *groan. They have so much energy! The girls and their 'girly' talks were quite cute also. Brought back memories of when I was their age. :D I was assigned to sleep in the same dorm as the girls - and found some of their conversations rather interesting.

I missed coffee! They all seem to prefer milo - the committee apparently brought 5 sachets per person. :p For a person who used to pour down my milo down the drain when I was a little girl, I've had more milo (3 cups which were prepared by my angel Wern Ming) than I've had in the last 10(or even 15) years altogether. So no choice laa - have to set good example and don't want to hurt my angel who's a really sweet person. :)

The group was a small bunch. Nevertheless, the fellowship was good. The games that they played were quite interesting and meaningful - definitely good ideas to keep for the future.. Of course, there was the usual egg, flour and mess for one of the games - part of the modified musical chairs.

Pr Choon Meow did well as he spoke on 'Standing Tall'. He spoke on the two kingdoms and how to face failures and how to keep on going in their walk as Christians. I especially liked the first night as he showed a short clip from 'Chronicles of Narnia' to emphasise that there was a battle that's going on. He showed on the battle scene and just as the battle begun, the clip ended. Hahahha -their reactions were quite cute.

Speaking of cute, little Elijah (Pastor's children) was the usual star of the camp.. For one of the devotions on Joseph, when asked about who's a temptation to you? The people in my group said 'Elijah!' *grin

On the overall, it was a good camp. Got to know some of them a little better - as more than half of them do not attend CUG regularly. As usual, as I hang out with them, I always see the great potential in them and have a burden that they will keep on keeping on in the faith -especially when I see that many of my predecessors who was before me have left the church.

Holy Is The Lord - Chris Tomlin

We stand and lift up our hands
For the joy of the Lord is our strength
We bow down and worship Him now
How great, how awesome is He

Pre-CHORUS
And together we sing
(Everyone sing)

CHORUS
Holy is the Lord God Almighty
The earth is filled with His glory
Holy is the Lord God Almighty
The earth is filled with His glory
The earth is filled with His glory

BRIDGE
It's rising up all around
It's the anthem of the Lord's renown
(Repeat)

Going for camp and quirky taxi ride

This evening, I will be leaving for camp with my college uni group young people over this weekend.It's been almost a month(due to TEE classes, a visiting friend and being away for a family trip) since I last hung out with them - so am looking forward to some quality time with some of them.

Had to rush back from STM to catch the public transport (good thing I didn't go on the bus with the young ppl - they had left before I could arrive). Usually take the bus from Seremban followed by LRT and then catch a taxi to church. Today's taxi ride was rather quirky... After waiting some time for the taxi, I finally managed to hail one. After going one-third of the way to my destination, the taxi suddenly decided to stop and drop me off - he suddenly told me that he had to go to the airport... Which was rather weird... So I had to get off and catch another taxi... *sigh... Was definitely not too pleased with the incident cos I was already in a hurry... It also brought to mind an article I read earlier in the week.

Interesting computer accessories

Went shopping for a mouse last weekend and brought a 'pretty mouse' by g-cube which I really like. :) Another girl asked me about it and I checked out their website. I must say that they have pretty cool looking accessories.. Quite worth it to check out if you want aesthetically pleasing computer accesories. I also like the fact that it's travel friendly and you can wrap the cord in a certain way especially since my last mouse's wire was wrecked.. :p

Just for laughs

Am trying to psych myself to finish one of my assignments tonight. Have been taking forever to finish this. Saw this strip and just really related to it...

When the tears fall

By Tim Hughes

I've had questions without answers
I've known sorrow, I have known pain
But theres one thing that i'll cling to -
You are faithful, Jesus You're true

CHORUS
When hope is lost, I'll call you Saviour
When pain surrounds, I'll call you Healer
When silence falls, You'll be the song within my heart

In the lone hour, of my sorrow
Through the darkest night of my soul
You surround me and sustain me
My defender, forever more

CHORUS

BRIDGE:
I will praise You, I will praise You
When the tears fall, still I will sing to you
I will praise you, Jesus praise you
Through the suffering still I will sing

Slowing down and not liking it

Have a camp coming up this weekend, followed by a 3 day conference(which I've been really looking forward to since the beginning of this semester). Still having full load of classes this week and just finished attending TEE class on Parables over the last two weekends, which has been an eye opening experience in some ways.

So, when I sprained my leg yesterday evening (I was rushing around to pick up something from my brother and tripped on my way back), it's been a bit of a downer for me. Have spent most of today and yesterday in my room resting cos it hurts to walk. *sigh. This is also hard for me because it comes after having to spend a week in bed cos of a never ending fever two weeks ago (and work continues to pile up) and have been hoping to work some stuff out with some friends this week before my conference but am now rather constrained. Please pray for me.

Psalm 91

You who live in the shelter of the Most High,
who abide in the shadow of the Almighty,
will say to the LORD,
"My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust."
For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler
and from the deadly pestilence;
he will cover you with his pinions,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
You will not fear the terror of the night,
or the arrow that flies by day,
or the pestilence that stalks in darkness,
or the destruction that wastes at noonday.
A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.
You will only look with your eyes
and see the punishment of the wicked.
Because you have made the LORD your refuge,
the Most High your dwelling place,
no evil shall befall you,
no scourge come near your tent.
For he will command his angels
concerning you to guard you in all your ways.
On their hands they will bear you up,
so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.
You will tread on the lion and the adder,
the young lion and the serpent you will trample under foot.
Those who love me, I will deliver;
I will protect those who know my name.
When they call to me,
I will answer them;
I will be with them in trouble,
I will rescue them and honor them.
With long life I will satisfy them,
and show them my salvation.

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"I'm an Arminian man with a Calvinist God" - Andrew Lim

Getting out of bed

Somehow I feel like this nowadays... I predict it's going to be like this for pastoral group breakfast in the morning.. Meeting at 7.35am. *groan

To fall in love again...

I want to fall in love with You again
It seems like it's been a while since I've truly been with You
Perhaps it's the mundane rhythm of life
That has crowded out the space between you and me
The vibrant colours now all seem to be just gray
The joyous dance has now become a crawl
The meaningful has become meaningless - boring even

I want to fall in love with You again
Perhaps when I am once more found in You
I'll find myself again

I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I put my hope. My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. -Psalm 130:5-6

My Beloved Principal (2)

Took this photo at a TEE class over the last weekend as principal was trying out the rather 'small' chairs. He looks cute too here huh? *grin

Happening next weekend - Second Chance

It's that time of the year again. PJEFC's harvest event is coming up next weekend. If you are free on Fri-Sun (12-14th Sept), do drop by and check out the play. The script is written by one of my friends - Tan Shin Ee.