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Who am I, that the Lord of all the earth
Would care to know my name
Would care to feel my hurt
Who am I, that the bright and morning Star
Would choose to light the way
For my ever wandering heart
Not because of who I am
But because of what You've done
Not because of what I've done
But because of who You are
I am a flower quickly fading
Here today and gone tomorrow
A wave tossed in the ocean
A vapor in the wind
Still You hear me when I'm calling
Lord, You catch me when I'm falling
And You've told me who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours
Who am I, that the eyes that see my sin
Would look on me with love
and watch me rise again
Who am I, that the voice that calmed the sea
Would call out through the rain
And calm the storm in me
Was teaching my pupils on materials for Science and promised to show them a few pictures. Here they are:
Taken in Melbourne, Australia when I was there for a six-weeks exchange program during Uni days in 2002. This particular eerie restaurant by the name of Dracula's got the girls screaming during the tram ride in.
There is this restaurant in Taiwan which has almost everything made of rocks. It serves great food in addition to its impressive decor. It was a pity I didn't set my camera in the right mode to snap better pictures. Would love to go there again if I have the chance.
Love the exquisite stairs!
The sinks!
Found an ancient notebook in my possession - used to write interesting stuff as well as bible verses (which made an impact on me) in it. Think this is lovely...
You say "It's impossible" God says "All things are possible" Luke18:27
You say "I'm too tired" God says "I will give you rest" Matthew 11:28-30
You say "I can't go on" God says "I will be with you" Psalms 91:15
You say "I'm not able" God says "I will provide all you need" 2 Corinthians 9:8
You say "I can't figure things out" God says "I will show you the way" Proverbs 3:5-6
You say "I can't do it" God says "You can do all things" Philippians 4:13
You say "Nobody cares" God says "I love you" John 3:34
Going to visit my precious cousins tomorrow. Recess is going to be over soon in a flash! *sigh*
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
-11:04 PM
Had steamboat for dinner just now with TomSumJo, Yvonne and Leslie. These colourful marshmallows are a real treat to my eyes but I didn't eat them - prefer to have them barbecued instead. Joash had two though, pink and orange. Forgot to bring my camera and could only make do with these from my mobile phone.
Love the Tom Yum soup-soaked vegetables on the right...
The sushi were good too. Very hygienic display of food compared to other buffets.
Love to watch the prawns wriggle and toss about in the water. Felt that it was cruel eating live prawns - a few were struggling when I threw them into the hot soup - so I had none for dinner. But I must admit that they look better in orange or red suits.
Took these pictures with a bunch of fun-loving friends on the train some time ago. The theme for this is Pretty in Purple. Alright, my sweet was purple! And the wrapper too! Believe we made quite a din while posing.
And the Ridiculous Red? Haa. We weren't involved in anything illegal! Definitely not inside that Adidas jacket.
Handed in one project today and went to JP with Marie after that. Caught four stars. Familiar?
Ignorance does not equate absence.
Dad bought me a mobile phone (I think) and I wonder if I will ever use it.
Was over stimulated last night after an overdose of laughter from watching too many clips on Youtube. Couldn't sleep. Kept thinking about what and how to present for one of my modules too. The pain in my neck contributed to the hard time I had while trying to sleep. Had a dream of my neck in a cast ultimately! Eeeewwww...
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
-10:12 PM
Had a sumptuous dinner with Rus at Ichiban Sushi at AMK Hub. Must admit that the quality of food is excellent and the variety, much more appealing than Sakae – am converted now. Haa.
We pampered ourselves with a long chat and one recurring issue left us rather perplex. Seems like there is a sizable number of males in our midst who are annoyingly emotional and unstable (despite their age). When they have seemingly made a decision, they continue to mull painfully over it. They allowed their behaviours to hinge on their irrepressible emotions. They are somewhat reactive rather than responsive, passive and not active. Alright, sometimes they are overwhelmingly and infuriatingly proactive. Why can’t they be stronger? Do not be mistaken – am not advocating feminism. Just curious… what exactly have gone wrong?
Made a futile trip to the community centre. The application for reimbursement on transport ended on Sunday. It was almost a compelled trip because it was out of the way for me. Sometimes I wish mum can get Justin to run all these errands because he drives! But apparently they are still not on speaking terms. *sigh*
Finally completed my critical review but there are many others on the list. Recess is never genuinely a break. And my neck ache is killing me softly over the past two weeks - contemplating seeing a sinseh. Have to make a special trip to school to hand in the hard copy of my assignment tomorrow and meet up with Marie for our project discussion. Have to e-mail Ling and Qiye some stuff too.
I want to catch Ma Ma Mia!!! And my August Rush! I want to stay overnight at TomSumJo's place and be woken up by my darling's 'morning call'. I want to read my magazines which are piling up! I want to get a tan! I want to dine with dad. I want to... ... Time is a precious commodity!
Celebrated Si Yi's birthday in advance and I had the lovely chance of kidding around with my cousins and nephew! Esther took a few artistic shots. See what I mean...
Jonah looked like the perfect spokesman for mentos!
Bro with Esther. It is amazing how much both of us adore children. He even suggested bringing the little ones out for a picnic one of these days! I'll prepare the food, anytime!
Took a picture with Ah Di during Daphne's birthday celebration. One of my Uni friends mistook him for my boyfriend and wanted me to bring him along for her wedding end of this year! A pretty absurd misunderstanding.
These two eligible handsome faces decided to pose for fun.
My darling followed suit!
A cheeky male student made this card (on the left) with the assistance of his mother for me. And I thought the two bookmarks on the right are adorable!
My godson is growing up fast! Cannot imagine that I actually had the most fabulous conversation with him about his imaginary dinner with Thomas and James (both are names of trains) - flooded with names of food spewing out from his mouth, such as Hor Fun, MeeTaiMak, sausages etc.
My lovely cousins, as usual. Celebrated Krystal's birthday some time back.
Been having weird stuff for dinner - both occasions with Marie.
David and Penny gave me an angbao for Mid Autumn festival when I got them some mooncakes!
The sermon touched on gentleness and I wonder if I will ever be gentle. Haha.
I couldn't bring myself to stay angry at her decision but I do hope it will work out well this time round.
I thought I was dying - broke out in cold perspiration, was on the verge of losing consciousness, felt nauseous and had the most unforgettable diarrhoea on Saturday!
Bumped into Rachelle and she updated me on the situation in XXX Primary School - suddenly I am afraid to be posted back.
Can't wait for the big break to come - release from all tuition assignments.
Friendships are frighteningly fragile - get over it.
Why did he turn up for our family gathering?
I think I am a slow cooker - take a long while to warm up to people at times. Haa.
Am so glad I did it! Maybe it's better this way.
Sometimes I feel demoralised - decided to do my best and let God do the rest.
Celebrated Ah Drew's birthday with TomSumJo and Rus but I didn't quite catch up with my buddy. Going to meet her tomorrow evening!
Monday, September 01, 2008
-12:21 PM
BLESSED TEACHERS' DAYto all educators, including myself!
I believe that children are our future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they possess inside Give them a sense of pride to make it easier Let the children's laughter remind us how we used to be
I decided long ago, never to walk in anyone's shadows If I fail, if I succeed At least I'll live as I believe No matter what they take from me They can't take away my dignity Because the greatest love of all Is happening to me
Everybody's searching for a hero People need someone to look up to I never found anyone who fulfilled my needs A lonely place to be And so I learned to depend on me
I found the greatest love of all Inside of me The greatest love of all Is easy to achieve Learning to love yourself It is the greatest love of all
And if by chance, that special place That you've been dreaming of Leads you to a lonely place Find your strength in love
A Teacher's Prayer
Each time I face my class, I hesitate a while, And ask the Father, "Help me, Lord, to understand each child. Help me to see in every one a precious soul, most dear, And may I lead that child Through paths of wonder, not of fear. Dear Father, as they look to me for guidance true, I look to Thee and humbly ask That Thou will teach me too."
-11:34 AM
Singers with Style... Matthew and Danny.
Went to Thai Express for dinner with TomSumJo, Kenneth, Pearlyn and Danny. Rather disappointing food and drinks - I didn’t finish my share. In fact, I felt a little sick after my Thai Iced Tea. Reminiscing my days in Bangkok. Kenneth's Soft shell crab was delicious though.
My godson. Someone mistook him for my child again after service on Sunday. Haa.
Saw Basil – my student. He told me excitedly about his wish to help out in this year’s children camp. I kept quiet – will not be there ever again…
It was Learning Festival on Thursday – signed up for a Western Calligraphy workshop for beginners. Ludwig was a brilliant teacher and we had so much fun!
Went to church and it was a rare sight to see the church building and ‘mobile Chinese temple’ next to each other. And we even found a hole in the ground resembling the shape of a cross!
Starting and finishing well is tough with all the distractions and discouragement in life. Have to keep doing the knocking down. Am enjoying the sermons at Covenant and really keen to join a cell group. Unfortunately, my schedule during weekdays is incredibly impossible for such a luxury. Will have to wait till November?
There are people in this world who will only look for you when they are in need. There are those who praise and flatter you when they need you to accomplish tasks for them. There are those who throw you away like a piece of tissue after use when you can no longer be exploited. *sigh*
She: Do you love me?
He: Yes, I do.
She: Will you die for me?
He: No.
She: Why not?
He: Mine is an undying love for you.
Me: Haa.
Had a brief chat with mum. It is weird how relatives gather as they get older. Had dinner with dad on Saturday – seems like he doesn’t venture beyond the north area without me.
It’s over. I have more important things to do.
-12:37 AM
KTV for five. Wasn’t in the best condition to sing – slight sore throat from all the tuitions and heaty food – thus couldn’t hit the high notes well. Who went? It has been sixteen years since I last saw Albert. Matthew was there too. And Danny. Three of them sang like true professionals. Look at the clips for evidence! Maybe I should videotape myself one of these days. Danny and I had a crazy time singing Rihanah’s Umbrella. Haha. I was laughing half of the time. Albert surprised us with a Thai song but well, I could sing it too? Pearlyn was singing duets with Matthew most of the time. Hee. I believe I am on my way to finding another potential career.
