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Negativity.

This has been going on for awhile, but it has become more annoying, distracting and agonising - how people can back stab another in his/her presence by posting up hurtful comments, thanks to technology via Facebook.

Not sure why these people can do something like this. Do they find joy in putting down others? Are these people covering up their own insecurities by mocking others? Does bitter heart only spew bitter words? Are they cowards in facing others? Only they would know.

Both Melissa D and i are refraining from making 'mocking' and unkind statements on Facebook, but rather, post up encouraging and uplifting ones. We can try. With all bad things going on in the world, don't people need good things in their lives?

I read this manga Pluto, by Urasawa Naoki, which is superb. One of the most beautiful phrases spoken by Gesicht was, "Nothing is born out of hatred." And it's true.

I believe these people are also entitled to God's love, and mercy and grace, and everyone should treat one another with love (Luke 6:31).

With God's strength, i pray that i can be a source of positivity to the people around me, impacting them with God's love.

I try.

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 00:35 0 thought(s) splattered

Before November caught us by surprise!

Yesterday was Halloween. Not to mention it was the end of the month before November decided to jump on us! And before we can blink our eyes, December will loom by, singing Christmas carols with its belly full of jelly.

Well, yesterday both Melissa D and i bought a quart of Blue Raspberry Sherbet and Hokey Pokey ice-cream from Baskin (with 31% discount, of course), and it was good. I think we'll slowly enjoy it for the next few days to come.

Earlier in the morning of the same day, we jogged in Linear Park. The weather was good, but i was a little tired as we bowled a couple of games the night before with our Cell Group members at Bukit Jambul; need to improve and score more points.

To make matters worse, we played badminton with our friends in the workline on Wednesday, and it did a number on us as we did not warm up or cool down properly that night. To add salt to the wound, both of us argued (yes, we occasionally do that) and we were not at our peak. But thank God all's settled, love prevails, God's mercy reigns and we're grinning from ear to ear as we hold each other's hand.

In mid-October, i manage to purchase a DIY book shelf and with a screw-driver and a drink, i got it assembled under 30 minutes. I feel like buying more things to assemble! Hmmm... perhaps when i move to another place.

The book shelf

At about the same time, i bought a mattress, and i'm happy with it!

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 21:33 0 thought(s) splattered

New Mobile!

This afternoon, Melissa D and i together with Sin Chow and Ann Tan watched Inglourious Basterds at Gurney Plaza.

The movie's interesting and funny indeed, thanks to director Quentin Tarantino, as the movie pokes fun into the assassination of Nazi leader Adolf Hilter by a group of American Jews called

The action's decent, (and gory, if i might add), and has way too much dialogues in it. But funny, nonetheless. But do note its fictional!

For more information, click HERE.

And before that, both Melissa D and i went jogging around her neighbourhood.

Anyway, a few days back, i won myself a mobile phone from a DiGi event, where they launched their Turbo 3G mobile internet service, which kicks off on the island.

Yes, i got a new Sony Ericsson W760i phone, which is a slide Walkman phone by just entering a contest there. And until now, i'm still trying to get used to this handphone, which has the music-changing function by shaking it left or right... cool, eh?


The Sony Ericsson W760i


And up to now, i still feel amazed that i actually have this hp with me, although i have no idea how much it cost.

I really thank God for this new phone as the clam-shell SE phone i bought over a year ago failed on me. On Deepavali, it refused to turn on, forcing me to use my old phone. And now, the new mobile phone is in front of me even as i'm typing this entry. I just feel so happy; all glory to God!


I got the black one (right one), and it looks better than the other two.


However, i still plan to repair the other phone, less it would go to waste. October is ending soon, and 2009 is drawing to a close. Hmmm... i still have a lot to do bEfoRe the year ends!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 23:38 0 thought(s) splattered

Want a Miracle? Have Faith, and God will provide.

I was moved to tears (almost) when Pastor Sam Surendran from EPCC preached at church yesterday morning.

Using Acts 12:1-10, which talked about Peter being imprisoned but he was set free by an angel, Pastor Sam preached about his experiences in his life, where God has blessed him over and over again through various obstacles. This included the hardship both him and his wife (then girlfriend) had to go through in US, prayer for a new Toyota Unser and when his daughter was having high fever when two weeks' old.

Among the few things he pointed out was in order to have a miracle in one's life, one need to be part of a miracle, and should have a relationship with God, is like a father and child - where the needs of the child is always taken care of.

And sometimes, a miracle works out according to His will, not our own. As they say, God works in mysterious ways.

So, it's essential to have faith in God. To follow Him, and obey Him, like a child listens to the father.

There are a lot of things i'm worried about, and it lingers in my mind; like how to save up for the future, where do i stay, my relationship with my dear, the wedding, marriage, having children, financing the family, etc. But i just need to surrender all this to God, and let Him work my miracle(s) according to His will.




"...If I ever catch up with you
Im gonna love you for the rest of your life

All I need is a miracle, all I need is you (all I need is a miracle)
All I need is a miracle, all I need is you (all I need is a miracle)
All I need is a miracle, all I need is you...."

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 15:29 0 thought(s) splattered

XI

I wonder how life will be like if you're still around.

Would i have chosen better paths in life?
Would i have been a better person?
Would i have seen life in a more positive light?

But now, i've those paths, i am what i am and i still see the glass half full and the silver linings in every cloud.

I'm still here, doing what i enjoy doing and being with the girl i love.

Do i make you proud, Mommy? I wonder if i have the courage to stand before you as who i am.

One day, we'll see each other again.

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 14:36 2 thought(s) splattered

Run For The Nation 2008

I did it! I ran the race and finished it well!

Technically, it was more of completing one leg of the race of about 30 minutes jogging and praying here on the island.

Melissa D, Aunty Moy and myself were among the 1,700 odd runners participating in the Run For the Nation this morning. Besides us, Melissa D's brother Ericson participated as well, along with several other church members such as Steven, Sarah, Wai Wai and Pei Li. Oh, and Pastor Thom who was one of the people coordinating this event on the island.

What we did was walked around designated area for about 4km, as we suppose to pray for the area and the people there, as well as several prayer pointers given to us, which encompass the government, economy, education, etc.

Out of all who participated, about 92 participants run on the island. Divided into three groups, the first teams started off from different points at about 5am! Melissa D, Aunty Moy and myself formed one of two teams representing RGBC, and we started off near the old Sunshine Farlim about 9am.

Our route was from there, passing through Jalan Paya Terubong, going up near the Penang Hill lower station and ending near Asia Cafe. The journey was not easy. My dear and i did a little training, but it did a number on our legs. Even as i'm typing this entry, my legs still hurts and i'm very sleeping.

Well, the three of us jogged and prayed (me walking more as i carried more weight.) And as we were going along, it did showered for awhile. As we continued jogging and praying, i left like the rain was a vision; where the desert was thirsty for the rain, like the people here are thirsty and need God's Word.

Despite feeling tired, we continue to soldier on. Aunty Moy, Melissa D and myself, in this order, reached our destination within the stipulated time. I really praise God for the strength to bring us through this. We even walked a little more to church, which was the main gathering place after the run.

I was an experience, and if Aunty Moy, who is over 60 can pace herself well and jog and pray for 30 minutes, those half her age should not have any reasons not to join next year's run!

We're looking forward to next year's run, which falls on May 23! Do join and run for the nation!

Now, for sushi dinner with my dear!~

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., For Your Info.

written by BlurChu? at 17:51 0 thought(s) splattered

What i feel....

"...Dreams theyre for those who sleep,
Life is for us to keep,
And if youre wondring
What this song is leading to

I want to make it with you
I really think that we can make it girl.

No, you don't know me well,
In every little thing only time will tell,
If you believe the things that I do.
And well see it through.

Life can be short or long,
Love can be right or wrong,
And if I choose the one
I'd like to help me through,

I'd like to make it with you...."



That's how much love i feel for my dear.

I LOVE YOU, Melissa D!~

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 18:02 0 thought(s) splattered

During these seasons.

I suppose some people can relate to either one of these songs during this 'season' of their lives.


Love Drunk by Boys like Girls



Fall For You by Secondhand Serenade


Whatever it is, relationship(s) requires constant effort, love, communication and understanding between two people for it to be maintained. Not forgetting, God should be part of the equation as well. Without these elements, it will lead to nothing.

Well, whatever it is, we need God's mercy and grace in our daily lives.

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 16:51 0 thought(s) splattered

I survived!

I can’t believe I manage to survive two things: The tremor from the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Padang, West Sumatra on Wednesday evening and World Vegetarian Day yesterday.

Let’s start off with the latter – I spent the day being a vegetarian yesterday.

Technically, I abstained from any kind of meat for one day to observe this day. So, how did I do it. Here’s what I had yesterday:

For breakfast –Two slices of bread with pasta sauce and a cup of yogurt.

Lunch –Vegetarian banana leaf rice and teh tarik

Dinner – a Veggie Delite Subway sandwich and mango pudding.

Supper – plain tosai and teh tarik

Snacked on nuts and buns also.

Well, I believe there’re many ways to go meatless for one day… it’s tough, but I survived. Not to mentioned my colleagues had pizza for lunch! But nonetheless, I would want to try to reduce meat, if not completely eliminate it, from my meals. It’s a challenge, but if it helps me with my health, I’m willing to try.

Well, World Meatless Day falls on Nov 25. Let’s see if I can make it, again!~

Anyway, on Wednesday, I experience was it was like to feel an earthquake. As I was sitting in front of the computer, I felt ‘the room’ moving a little. And as I focused, I could see the window blinds moving. And it hit me – I was in a midst of an earthquake… which appeared on the news. The tremor was even felt by Melissa D at her home in Rifle Range!

Fortunately, no one was injured here in Malaysia and there was no tsunami here on the island; just big waves which were non-threatening. But I sympatise with those who lost their family and loved ones in the quake in Indonesia. What a disaster. My prayers are for them.

I wonder if these have anything to do with the climate change?

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., For Your Info., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 17:12 3 thought(s) splattered

Pisang Goreng

Got this forwarded email from Justin and Kevan.

Thought of sharing it with you readers!

This is what happens when you urinate on a 220 volt 3 phase electric fence!

*Ouch!* Be warned!

And tomorrow's October!~ We're entering the final quarter of 2009! What have you accomplished so far?


Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: Laugh It Out

written by BlurChu? at 17:08 1 thought(s) splattered

Determination!

Besides following Bleach, One Piece and Naruto (and several other mangas!), I recently picked up Bakuman by Ohba Tsugumi (author) and Obata Takeshi (aritst). Ohba wrote the storyline for Death Note as well, while Obata was the same mangaka (artist) for Death Note, Hikaru No Go and Blue Dragon - Ral Grado.

Bakuman's storyline is about how two boys, Mashiro and Takagi, who dream big about being mangakas! And at the same time, Mashiro has a thing for his classmate, Azuki, and promised to marry her once they become a big hit in the world of manga!

I'm really inspired not only by the storyline, but the thoughts and determination of the characters. Not to mention the naiveness in Mashiro and Azuki, who have been in close proximity with each other for so long, yet spoke so little. It's so pure and sweet!~ I enjoy reading this manga, and i would recommend this to you if you're looking for a manga to indulge in... though, it's still in progress.

Personally, i would want to do my best in work, as well as excelling in my relationship with Melissa D. Well, i guess i just need to do my best, and leave the rest to God, eh?

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 19:38 0 thought(s) splattered

Rojak Series #20

I've been blogging for awhile, and there's just so many things i want to write about! So, here's another Rojak Series for you!~

1. Selamat Hari Raya


To all my friends out there celebrating this festive season, Maaf Zahir dan Batin! And please do go and come back safely. Remember, not to blow out your fingers or head with illegal fireworks!~

To those enjoying the long weekend, i hope you had a great time relaxing or visiting others. And don't blow your fingers or head with firecrackers!

2. KL Trip

Had a good time with family and friends two weekends ago, and i've returned here safely. Papa was not feeling well, and this time around, i didn't manage to visit Aunty Sally.

Good news is that i got to catch up with my former classmates in UTAR; Pek Mei, Lily, Yen Yen, Grace, Alex, and Chee Been, who (except for Pek Mei) i have not seen in months! And it was great meeting up and chatting with Ms Sharon as well.

Not to forget makan with David, Dewgem, Baby G, and Justin Tan; and Justin and Kevan.

Hopefully, i can come back one more time at the end of the year.

And note: sometimes, good things are not cheap and cheap things are not good. This echoes loudly for 'factory rejected' Crocs shoes.

3. Radiant Kids Club retreat


Recently, i was up in at Bethel House Of Prayer in Penang Hill for a one-night retreat. I'm currently a teacher in the church's children ministry and this retreat was a time of reflection and to set the ministry's vision for next year.

I have to admit, even though i'm not keen on serving here for the long term, but i'm staying on for the pre-teens, for now. There's a need there, and i'm doing this as an act of worship to God.

The retreat was spirit filled with Bro Michael and Sis Hannah leading the sessions and praying and prophesying over us. But there were light moments as well, including watching the guys singing Jason Mraz's I'm Yours in Hokkien, playing with the dogs, Durian and Rambutan, as well as watching the view of the island and mainland under the nutmeg tree.

4. Relationships 

I'm happy and sad at the same time when i'm writing this.

I'm happy for those who are in one (like Melissa D and me; Clictus and Esther; Charis and Ben, etc), those getting married (Kevan and Angeline), those living the married life (Justin and Sher-Mayne, etc) and those who are mutually good after breaking up.

But i'm disheartened to see how two people, who were so closed to each other and promised their lives to one another, can turn out to be enemies, with one bitching about another publicly!

Sometimes, there're proper ways to resolve things; washing your dirty linen in public isn't one of them. *sigh*


Anyway, the week has just began... have a good week ahead!~

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 17:09 0 thought(s) splattered

It comes knocking....

One of the worries i'm currently facing is where on earth should a house. Well, maybe this could be peer-pressure from my buddies Justin and Kevan, who each have purchased their own places. Or maybe i'm just going through a phase of life where i feel like settling down.

But seriously, this is one of issues that both Melissa D and i need to tackle before we proceed to the next step of the courtship; among other things.

I think just praying for a place to stay isn't suffice. The prayer should be specific and we ourselves should put in effort in looking for a place.

Looking at locations, we hope to get (at least) a condominium with a pool (and gym) in somewhere in Taman Linear, Bukit Gambir or Pulau Tikus.

A place which could be opened for Cell Group meetings or even to just hang out with friends and family.

But whether we would buy the place or rent it, isn't another issue altogether. But we're leaving it in God's hands; to help us in getting a place we can call "Home Sweet Home".

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 12:08 3 thought(s) splattered

Random Post.

To state the obvious, i love Melissa D.

I love her for her, and the fact that she loves me for me. There're many idiosyncrasies of mine which annoys her, and vice versa, but by making love as both a choice and a feeling, it almost matters not.

We've been together for over a year and a month; and here's to many months ahead!

By the way, Up is a really good movie to watch! A must watch for 2009. I don't mind getting the original DVD for keeps, or watching it at the cinema again - it's that good!

Might be coming down this weekend. Will see how things go....

Anyway, have a good week ahead!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 22:56 0 thought(s) splattered

Friendship Carnival (Ver 1.0)

I can't believe it's September already!~ In a few weeks' time, it'll be Hari Raya, followed by Deepavali... Christmas and when you realise it, 2010 is here!~

Anyway, i've uploaded the photos, taken by Dr Matt Gan here on the blog (Thanks, dude!)

The Friendship Carnival, organised by the Reservoir Garden Baptist Church and JNPC (Joyful Nursery Preschool Centre), was held in conjunction with the church's 44th anniversary.

Held at Youth Park on Aug 23 (during the Permatang Pasir by-election), our CG was in-charge of the Captain Ball tournament held that day. And since it's raining season, it pour and pour and pour that day.

Those who were present were moving to the beat at the auditorium in Youth Park? I think this was about 9am, when the drizzle started.

Pastor Koe Choon Huan, senior pastor to RGBC, giving his opening speech.

Kids playing.... some game.

The food stalls opened that morning, which i failed to visit as i was busy looking after the tournament.


Pastor Thom, Joshua Lam, Henry, Alan, Hon Yin, Wai Kuan and myself were the referees for the games, while Melissa D and her cousin Charis took down the scores. Credit goes to Pastor Danny who invested a lot of time, not only for the tournament, but other aspects of the carnival.


Part of the Captain Ball action!

Even the heavy rain did not dampen these players, who are on fire!


This was how heavy the rain was... and how muddy the court was as the participants continue to play!


At the end of it all, team Anonymous, which comprised mostly of Malaysian living in Australia, dominated the whole tournament, leaving many younger ones disappointed.

Me with one of the Captain Ball balls. Originally, three of them were Volley Ball balls, and after a week of intense training, they turn out to be good, reliable Captain Ball balls! Well done!


But at the end of the day, it's all good!

By 12pm, the carnival drew to an end... despite feeling tired, it was worth all the effort put in! I guess there wouldn't be an event like this next year... but i don't mind helping out again.

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Labels: A Day In My Life., For Your Info., Mooossing

written by BlurChu? at 17:02 0 thought(s) splattered