Sunday, December 04, 2005

Puji Nusantara 2nd-4th Dec 2005

Church Christmas Concert with an Asian flavour. We had musicians playing the gu zheng and er hu! Cool huh. Yes! My dew crew team gets to do this live event. Hmmm... how come i don't have any picture on this...

Friday, November 25, 2005

Planetshakers KK and KL – Nov 2005



Barely back for long from Nepal, I was on my way to KK for the 1st time. I don’t know how on earth I have the time/leave from work but God is good. I was flying on my own for the first time. I remembered CE and Alice picked me from the airport. Met some amazing people who shared the same passion of the media. Setting up stuff and slept pretty little for the next few days. We even pose and took photo in the middle of a road at 3am after supper. How hyper can we be? Somehow, by the strength of God, after the 3 nights conferences I still managed to be there to help out a little for the KL conference! Awesome.

Thursday, October 20, 2005

Nepal 6th-15th Oct 2005


This trip was really the first time I am pretty far away from home. I was away for a longer time before, my 5 weeks in Japan, but that was a trip that I was absolutely spoilt and treated like a VIP.

After the 2 months of preparation and challenge faced, this was it. I was pretty sad that the whole thing is coming to and end! But let me just mentioned some things. If you are really interested to know more, ask me! I’ll show you my DVD of the trip…done by me! Be warned, it’s pretty long winded.

We stayed with a Malaysian family for most of the trip and a few days at a German lady’s farm. Actually we’re pretty spoilt…at least I feel that way! We got Malaysian food and our host baked apple crumbles….huh, I don’t even get that at home!

It’s amazing to learn of another culture you know. Village Nepalese don’t share food unless they are husband and wife. If you are Malaysian you will understand this amazing struggle. We are Malaysian; we share food all the time, even more so when we are eating something new, because we MUST try each other’s meal. And there are some of us who are small eater and some with great appetite. Hehe. We have to constantly remind ourselves. What a relieved when we finally make it back to the city. We practically pass our plates around…hehehe.

The stay at the farm was new. Thank God for those “inconvenient” toilets CYZ camps always seems to have. It’s like practice! Toilet….don’t wear specs. You don’t have to see everything too clearly. If something is tickling you, just brush it off. Kinda have an idea what our parents have when they were young. Actually I was pretty amazed at myself. I sound like I was pretty adaptable. The one insect I absolutely am terrified of was everywhere in our room. Some are pretty big. No point shooing them away. It’s their territory. The spiders will be back sooner than we can imagine.

The people there are really great. If you can only see how they worship and pray… oh and tithe too! A lot of the men are working overseas, either the Middle East or here in Malaysia. They actually send their tithes back home. Most of them don’t understand English especially the older generations. So we had interpreters helping us out.

Nepalese really like us you know. Just mention that you are from Malaysia that their eyes will lit up. One of the main reasons is because their father/brother or husband is working here. So they feel connected somehow. They are really gentle and trust others easily.

Those 10 days taught me a lot. It definitely shaped my perspective. It is also such a joy that we have a fellowship here at home where we can serve them weekly. Ever since the begining of the preparation meetings, I’ve been serving in the fellowship doing usher, AV, leading worship and everything else that needs hands!

Thursday, October 06, 2005

GO!

OoooOoo, I'm leaving for Nepal in a few hours I'm so exicited. Even though I'm actually quite tired from work!...Have yet to pack ;-p, think I should be doing that now. Ok, gtg! Remember me and my team in your prayers!
Calvin, Paulemen, Kelvin
Vivi, Joyce, Hooi Ee and ME!


Thursday, September 15, 2005

drama-ness@work

God really work in very very weird ways...I don't understand most of them. But since He knows best, I just have to trust and obey Him.

Coming into this job, I already feel very "conned" on the first day. I found out that we were moving to Cyberjaya and I was the ONLY one who was not informed during the interview. I was also not informed that I will have to work every Malaysian and HK holiday. Unless the 2 countries' holidays coincides, No holiday for me. Well, so what if they pay, it's not just about the money.

I was the only staff in the department to handle tasks from 2 companies using totally different programmes with 2 supervisors. Yup, there were many clashing of deadline. As I "tahan" and work throughout the few months, more and more work were pile on me. It is very obvious that i can't handle, if only i can show you my desk. i've tried working till 12am, and the work is still not finished. I hardly step out for lunch.

I signed up for mission, my leave was not approved, same goes for unpaid. I was told that no one in the whole department never took more than a week leave before. Rubbish. My friend took 15 days study leave when she wasn't even in the company for 2 months. One thing I hate most is being lied to on the most obvious thing!

Of course I didn't point her out. No point.
After 3 weeks of thinking and asking for the leave. Answer was still no. Even the manager says its all up to my supervisor. I don't believe this. How can I work here anymore? I can keep going on and on about other negative things here.

Tender my resignation on Friday. My supervisor got it on Monday. I believe he was going to take it. Probably, some objection from a colleague who taught me lots of stuff made him had second thoughts. Most would think that this is drastic, but I have thought this through for quite sometime. Infact, if really didn't want to come anymore on the 2nd of work. But i know this, it is really difficult to change field. (why on earth did i studied accounts!) I will most probably end up in another accounting job if i do quit now. Eeeww.

On Tuesday, I was asked to stay. My leave was approved and they are hiring another person to share the workload. Apparently I have been doing at least another 2/3 of another person's workload. I didn't do this to threaten him. I just hope it won't look that way. The thing is, it shouldn't have taken my resignation to move them. That was not my intention too anyway. I would assume they can hire someone else better (just have to pay more!)

Actually, I was really happy to know that I can finally leave this place. But looks like God has other plans. Not exactly what I was hoping for. But now, I don't exactly have a strong reason to leave....well unless another job offer comes along...i guess my time here is not exactly over FOR NOW. I still want to leave this place. I don't want to work on my holidays....hulloooo?!! I still don't find my work interesting.
But praise GOd for what He has done now. TIMING....

Maybe God can't bear the sight of me staying at home. Cause I can totally enjoy it! Ahahahahaha. ;-p Hopefully the next time I give the letter, it would be for another job I know I would enjoy doing - definitely not accounts for SURE!

Monday, September 12, 2005

APSSC Team Buildling at Jeram Besu Sept 10th-11th, 2005

At first at thought aiyoh, weekend away…this was like after my first attempt to resign. Was pretty fun indeed. We all had our individual “bungalows” ….tent to sleep in. Hew Yen was my neighbour. This was the first time I get to try abseiling. Quite fun actually. And a few different methods in doing it. Hehe. After being taught how to use the compass, we were required to complete a few task…we absolutely fail in using the compass and map. Even the river “kayaking” was very much a joke. But you know what, in the end; we somehow manage quite alright…haha. At such events we get to make some new friends too ;-D


Tuesday, September 06, 2005

firsts

Ever since I started working, I did some stuff quite "unimagineable" not too long ago. Like what? Like when ppl call me out to mamak/1 utama etc, i actually replied, "dun wan la, I'm tired". But there is one that is even worse....I actually fell asleep watching tv! It has never happened before! I mean I fell asleep when I was "trying" to study for uncountable times but never when I'm watching tv!!! Weird man...

But nope, still don't prefer studying accounts...so stubborn huh... ;-p

Thursday, September 01, 2005

Being positive?

I haven’t written anything for like 10,000 years…fine, I like to exaggerate (I assume all of you who know me can tell when I’m exaggerating and when I’m not ;-p). But that’s just how I feel. Work…not fun. And nope, still don’t prefer studying accounts to that. After working for a while, I realized how many things were not revealed to me during my interview. Well, lesson learned: ask even the most obvious question next time. I have tried and I am still trying my best to stay in this job. I do try telling myself that I will CHOOSE to be happy at work. It works, sometimes. But lately, things are getting a little overwhelming. I can write a 5000 word essay on that. But I think I better not dwell in that too much. There are 2 things that I really do like. I met some really great people and the current office is just one LRT stop away from DSP.

I’m setting a limit. One last straw, if it doesn’t work then......... hey, everyone has a tolerance level.

Ok, time to talk about something much more happier and interesting! Let’s see, not too long ago, I attended Rueben Morgon’s concert. To me, it wasn’t just a concert; it was a really amazing worship experience. Those of you who were there will know...wish there are more of such "concerts" around.

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I had a great birthday makans! Ehehe. One session at TGIF with Mei Peng and Annette (eh, mana photo lah, only show off your new phone but never share the photos), one session with Paul at the now famous Sri Paandi (i think we ate at the corner lot one), one session at Manhattan Fish Market with Debbie, Joseph, Choon Ean, Karen and Andrea, another makan with movie with Monica and Debbie, and one more at Chili’s with Jee Ing, Charmaine, Yvonne and Lydia. Wah, I feel so blessed…a bit bloated too maybe! Hehe.

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Despite the haze, you gals still made it. Thanks yeah! And thanks to everyone for remembering my bday, the pressies and not forgetting the video...ahem. Please, no unauthorized filming or screening. Yih Wen, I know my rights… I am the law…
Then there was last Friday’s Planetshakers@DSP. Thank God I manage to get half day off (wasn’t exactly easy when I was leaving that afternoon) for the rehearsal. But I had an excellent time. It was just awesome, enjoyed so much. Was such an honour to serve along with them, although I didn’t do much. :-p

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I felt it ended too quickly....too soon! Probably because I knew I was going to work the next day…

People, do pray for me. I really want to get another job….FAST.

Thursday, August 11, 2005

Nepal

I just agreed to be in this team to Nepal. Dunno why, just felt that there shouldn't be any reason for me not to go. Have yet to apply leave, but I'm just going to trust Him. No idea who was in my team until I agreed just now...don't know most of them, but, I know this is going to be...interesting!?Can't find the right word to describe....just can't wait la!

Wednesday, July 20, 2005

truths

We have no right to decide where we should be place, or to have preconceived ideas as to what God is preparing us to do. God engineers everything; and wherever He places us, our one supreme goal should be to pour out our lives in wholehearted devotion to Him in that particular work.

The proof that our relationship is right with God is that we do our best whether we feel inspired or not.

Saturday, June 04, 2005

Working...so far

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Have been working for a month now. Officially on the job just a little more than 3 weeks because I was going through an induction programme for new employees during the 1st 2 weeks of May. We had a little "graduation" party last Monday to officially welcome us into the company.

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I met some really great people. They have been really patient and willing to teach. Praying that they will continue to do so. Hehe. Have to admit I'm pretty slow. Hopefully I will start picking up things more quickly when more real work is passed to me.

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Sunday, May 15, 2005

My Philharmonic Experience

Yup, yesterday night, I had the opportunity to experience the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. Nope, didn't pay for it. Hehehe. My cousin and his friends couldn't make it and had 4 extra tickets so my mum, aunt, Charmaine and I get to go. Always wanted to attend something like that but never really thought of booking months in advance, paying, going all the way to KLCC, alone.

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The conductor was Kees Bakels. Also performing was Joost Flach, Philip Arkinstall, Daniel Hrinda and Sabina Pade on oboe, clarinet, bassoon and horn respectively. Honestly, no offence but absolutely does not ring a bell. What to do, not really the kind who will read up on latest classical musicians. But all of them together with MPO are really great. They performed 3 pieces by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Extremely great dynamic controls man, and watching them play each note precisely spot-on…total RESPECT! Well, they ARE professionals!!!

I believe audio equipment is minimum in the hall. Only 6 mics hanging from the ceiling, 2 front fill speakers, some on the sides, and yet, it sounded so majestic. It's the canggih hall, the 1st Malaysian concert hall specially built for classical music. I wonder how much it cost :P

One other thing that really impressed me. The audience. No ugly Malaysian! Zero phone ringing, everyone abide by the dress code, no children screaming, no talking, no kicking the back of your chair....absolute silence through out the performance! People only dared shift position/cough when a part of the pieces ends! Oh, I know why, because more than 80% of them aren't even Malaysians!

But it’s really cool. Charmaine mention that if we had the opportunity to experience this when we were younger and still learning the piano, it would have really inspired us. I totally agree. :D SO, do grab a chance to go when you can. Bring your kids when they are tired of practicing their instruments (but please don’t bring them if they are unable to sit still-spoil saja). I am sure it will make a difference.

Tuesday, May 10, 2005

The job got me

The past few weeks have not been easy for me. I was pre-employed (as Pr. Mike would put it) for way too long. Didn’t really think it would be THIS long since my last paper. I was beginning to wonder why with all possible negative answers attached. It was really terrible. Yea, so what if I don’t quite want to do accounts even if that’s my major. I really believe I can do something else other than accounts. I forwarded my resume to a number of people who offered to help. And for the weirdest reason, I was offered a job…guess what? ACCOUNTS!

I took the job. Hullo, I had to; no one else wants to hire me...(somehow, I suspected something like that would happen)...

This is my second week. I have yet to really start working. Going through an induction programme for new employees. It is a lot like going for lecture. We have a test everyday to make sure we are actually paying attention…it’s ok so far, as long as I don’t keep thinking about the stuff that I’m not happy with. Among the 20 inductees (we’re all from different departments), I’m the only fresh grad. These ppl are pretty nice. I’ll start the real work next week. Then I’ll know where my work station is, who are my immediate colleagues and supervisor. Please pray that they are nice, at least willing to teach, helpful and easy to get a long – am I asking for too much?

Friday, April 01, 2005

April Fool...backfire!!!

E-mail 1

From: Beng Keat
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2005 9:23 AM
To: biz2@yahoogroups.com
Cc: Lai Li
Subject: Is a Triplet!!

Dear All,
With much delight we want to share our greatest jof of all in our latest scan with the doctor with you , and we were told to expect a TRIPLET!

It was WOW! WAH! and WOW! again. We gonna have 3 children at one go! Just imagine that both Lai Li and I had never have younger siblings and now we will have this tremendous priviliege to take care of 3 babies at one go.

Yes! we are prepared spritually, mentally and physically to take up this responsibility and truly looking forward to that exciting date in June. We have been assured by all of your love too in the CG that some of you will be helping us out.

Guessed that for those who stay nearby like Andrew Lau, Sook Fern, Kheng Yew, Julia, Amy, Jee Ing and Jonathan will be of great blessing to us to take care of the 3 babies at certain time when we are out.

Lai Li and I will not giving up dating one another over the weekend and we can always place our trust of the 3 babies on any 3 of you. (1 baby for 1). Thanks so much in advance!

We are overjoyed. Hoped that you will share this moment with us too!

ps We have also decided to give away a "mysterious gift" for those who are able to get the gender right for the Triplet. ( You may start suggesting their names too)

Excited
BK
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E-mail 2

From: Julia
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2005 2:25 PM
To: Beng Keat; Lai Li; biz2@yahoogroups.com
Cc: dumc_cyz@yahoogroup.com
Subject: RE: Is a Triplet!!

Hi All,
What great news Beng Keat…congrats!!!!I have a suggestion, why don’t everyone in CYZ share a triplet gift for Beng Keat and Lai Li. Maybe triplets baby cot or pram. When we decide what it is, it would be good that Beng Keat you let everyone know, cause we don’t want anyone else buying the same thing right? How about that? RM10 a person? What do you think Pastor Marg and Pastor Mike?

Julia
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E-mail 3

From: Beng Keat
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2005 3:20 PM
To: biz2@yahoogroups.com; Lai Li
Cc: dumc_cyz@yahoogroup.com
Subject: RE: Is a Triplet!!

Hi Julia,
Thanks for your thoughfulness and excitement.
This year has really passed by quick and fast, and quarter 1 has gone.
It is now APRIL...and it is the first day of APRIL.

Happy April Fool's day everyone!!
I'd thought of sharing this "private joke" only with the Biz 2 members as we can more or less control the communication flow as you all meet in our house every weekly. The truth is supposed to be revealed to you all tonight. However, need to "chuen poh"/ break the joke now as it has gone to the CYZ yahoo grp!! Ps Marge and Ps Mike too!!

Hope that this will not get out of hand and we will start receiving gifts in the "triplet". We don't actually mind ):

We are equally Wow! Wah! and Wow! again for the 1 baby that we are blessed with at this moment. As I am always being reminded that children is of the Lord. They are God's greatest gift. It will be one of the most wonderful gift and experience for the both of us.

So for those who stay nearby...stop panicking as there will only be 1 baby for the time being):

To cheer things up on the 1st of April
BK
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E-mail 4

Confession time.
Beng Keat and Lai Li…the truth is, this email never went to the cyz yahoo groups. So, April Fool!!!!!
Just needed to see your reaction when we intentionally resend the email to make you think we sent it to everyone else. Noticed the missing “s” in the yahoo group email address? Jee Ing helped identify this “fake” email that would most likely go unnoticed. To make it more real, I needed some assistance…yea, I got Charmaine and Pastor Mike to congratulate you on purpose. ;) Actually I was really hoping you would send your confession email to the real dumc yahoo group!!!! Hehehehehe.

But it was fun right???? It only happens once a year anyway….but tell you what, I’ll try my best to keep this email until your child learns to read and show it to him/her about being triplets!!!!

Julia

Wednesday, January 26, 2005

I Will Sing

This is one of my favorite songs. I guess I just love the lyrics. So real and honest. It is when I don't feel my best that this song can just suddenly come to mind. It just reminds me of the very thing I need to know - that He died for me; and the very thing I need to do - to put my trust in Him.

Lord You seem so far away
A million miles or more it feels today
And though I haven’t lost my faith
I must confess right now
That it’s hard for me to pray

But I don’t know what to say
And I don’t know where to start
But as You give Your grace
With all that’s in my heart

I will sing I will praise
Even in my darkest hour
Through the sorrow and the pain
I will sing I will praise
Lift my hands to honour You
Because Your Word is true
I will sing

Lord it’s hard for me to see
All the thoughts and plans You have for me
But I will put my trust in You
Knowing that You died to set me free

Saturday, January 08, 2005

Wee Lee & June

Attended June's wedding today. Congrats again to Wee Lee and June, may your wedding be a beautiful begining to a wonderful life together. Go to my album for more photos.



Friday, January 07, 2005

Catching up

Met up with a few friends yesterday. Just a farewell dinner for Phooi Sie who's leaving for Perth.

Thursday, January 06, 2005

The Delay

Just received a phone call from Monica. Apparently all CREST team to Sri Lanka are postponed. There seems to be some political problem. Am praying that the delay is not for long. If it is , I might have to withraw.

Tuesday, January 04, 2005

Just do it!

I did not hear God say that two letter audibly. But in many different ways, He says it. So many that I can't deny what He is telling me. Everything seems to fall into place. There were just so many times, so many things, so many circumstances that could have stop me. But God made it all happen. Very importantly, no objection from Mum. I didn't hesitate. This is very unlike me, I hesitate in almost everything I do. Made my decision, submitted my name by faith today. I am officially on the team! Need all your prayers that things will continue to go well, plane tickets, health and that I will be as well equip as possible-mentally, spiritually and probably bringing sufficient supply of neccesity for the 10 days.

Monday, January 03, 2005

Blessed New Year!

December...some how it passed so quickly. Had quite a few celebration. First, it was Amy's Birthday at Souled Out...then Sook Fern's Birthday surprise...


then there was a lot of lepaking, Christmas...New Year's Eve...and here we are, 2005. I need to get a job. I really do now. Maybe I should set a dead line. Maybe Feb? Hehe. Then I'll just apply anywhere and take any offer. A friend told me he sent out at least 10 application a week for his 1st job. Yikes, I haven't even send 10 since finishing my last paper!!! No wonder I'm still unemployed. Feeling guilty.

Actually, there is something I feel I must do before that. Something that has been on my mind for quite a few days now. God confirmed it this morning. We will see if that happens.