reminiscing

As the year draws to an end, thoughts just start racing through my mind. So many things too place this year.

School
Basically, a whole year of non stop studying for O levels.
I got to know my friends and teachers so much better.
LOOONGEST DAY!
120th founder's day!

Handbells
SYF! Where we got GOLD!!
PASSIONE!
Not many performances though

Church
The first year in intermediate whereby I didn't do any organising for worship ministry.
The really eventful and fruitful mission trip

Ok at the moment I can't think of anything.. I shall edit this when I remember more stuff.

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So anyway, today was like the sec 4 graduation in intermediate. And as the programme was running, I started reminiscing. It has been a good four years in intermediate. It started with us all being really quiet and shy, not wanting to be part of anything. Give us a few weeks and soon we were involved in different ministries.

Give thanks to God for Kui Luan who organised our first class bbq which made us closer to each other.

Wow. To think that 4 years just zipped by so quickly. I'm so glad to been involved in intermediate. Playing an active role in the worship ministry was something I benefitted a lot from. Firstly, I had the opportunity to serve God in something that I enjoyed doing. Yeah I found it tough, but at the same time, I really enjoyed doing it. Secondly, I got to make more friends while trying to find musicians. Thirdly, I get the satisfaction of seeing other people wanting to serve. and many more..

I'm really glad how TOC has grown together. We started off with the horrible red sea. Yet, we grew close to each other really quickly. And even though we're all going to move on together, well at least most of us, to youth, I can't help but feel that I'm never going to see them again. Ok I kinda know why I feel like that. But that's besides the point. So ya. I'll never forget all those wonderful times we spent together as a level. I hope that no matter what, we'll always still hang out!

oh and THANK YOU GOs SO MUCH FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL PROGRAMME AND SUCH COOL TROPHIES!!

sweet sixteen

HAHA. HAPPY SWEET SIXTEEN ONCE MORE GERALD!! HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOURSELF!!! and admit it, you were surprised!!!! and most importantly, didn't get the chance to suspect something was going on.. Which means that the surprise was a success!!!! haha. Ok, I'm still kinda sleepy.

oh and wherever you are Julien, HAPPY SWEET SIXTEEN IN ADVANCE!

I'll edit this post later on. haha. When I have more energy to

Merry Christmas

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL!

So as to brighten the rest of your holidays. Let me share some stuff I found funny. haha. These are from this book called 'you ask about... relationships', the Q and A section. It belongs to my brother which he received from sunday school.

Q: I met this guy, and he's just like nobody else. I mean, the way he just, you know, makes me feel when he's around? Ooh! Ooh! Dougie's like, oh I don't know, you know?
A: Honestly I don't have the slightest idea what you are talking about
HAHHAHAHA! SO FUNNY LA! okok, must read the next one

Q: I met this girl, and wow. She's got this way, well, I can't stop thinking about her. I mean, uh, I get all funny-feeling. You know?
A: Not really. But, by any chance, is your name Dougie? No matter how nice she is, stop sending me your poetry. "Geometry" and "go with me" don't really rhyme, anyway.
HAHAHAH! I'M SO TICKLED BY THIS TWO!!

Friends are friends forever

Packing up the dreams God planted
In the fertile soil of you
Can't believe the hopes he's granted
Means a chapter in your life is through
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong

CHORUS:
And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say "Never"
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long
To live as friends

With the faith and love God's given
Springing from the hope we know
We will pray the joy you'll live in
Is the strength that now you show
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong

This is a beautiful song.

Friends Forever

How many times have we actually taken the words 'forever friends' or 'friends forever' for granted? Some may even taken a step further and go 'Best friends forever'. Please don't get me started on bffn.

So ya. I realised that the words friends forever can easily roll off my tongue and that I've been taking it for granted. I don't think I really meant it at that time. Those two words seemed so easy to be said, that when people said it to me, it never really affected me in any way.

And now, it hit me on how those two words are very precious indeed. How those two words can produce the sweetest melody to the ear. How life changing this can when someone goes up to you and say, 'hey! (best) friends forever yeah?'

I no longer want to take any friends for granted. I no longer want to take for granted all the precious time I have with my friends and family.

And so, if I ever tell you friends forever in one of my cheesy moments, bear in mind that I really mean it.

I can feel it slowly slipping out of my hands.







p.s. I'm not feeling emo, or upset. This was just some random though I suddenly had. haha.

Good Old Memories

How I wish I can just turn back time and re-live those good old days.

Leaving is going to be impossible

If I have to leave, I'm so going to miss you...

Sound illusion

Hey all!

Go to this link http://www.firyx.net/ and see the video on the sound illusion. And then, read whatever ryan typed, watch the video and comment on either my blog or ryan's blog. yeah.

random quizzes

this is how bored I am..

Your Expression Number is 8

Driven and ambitious, you have the potential to reach great things. You're both good with money and good at getting things done quickly. You are an excellent leader and a great judge of character. Full of energy and confidence, you undertake projects that seem impossible. Dependable and determined, you are able to understand the bigger picture. Even if you are not in a position of power right now, it will fall to you. At times, you can be very materialistic - and obsessed with status and power. While this isn't always a bad thing, you sometimes take it to the extreme. In order to be truly happy, you must balance the material and spiritual in your life.

What's Your Expression Number?

It's kinda amazing how by just giving my name, they can come up with this. I so wonder how true this is.. haha.

Pepperoni Pizza

Robust and dominant. When you go for something, you go full force. You tend to take control of situations easily. And in return, you get a ton of respect.

What's Your Pizza Personality?

and this is making me hungry

The Part of You That No One Sees

You are lively, dramatic, and flamboyant. You have an outrageous personality... And you secretly resent anyone who makes you tone it down. Underneath it all, you are driven by your need for attention and acceptance. You need to feel special at all times. You are secretly jealous and occasionally insecure.

What's the Part of You That No One Sees?

hmm. I dunno how true this is

You Are Great With Money

You know the value of a dollar - and you save and spend wisely. By living below your means, you've set yourself up for a rich future. And while it may hurt to sacrifice now, you'll probably have plenty of money later on. You're on your way to riches - just keep it up.

Are You Good With Money?

yay yay! I want to be able to save loads and loads of money!!

I miss..

I miss 4i '07
I miss my teachers (Miss Tan and Miss Kek were really funky form and co-form teachers!!)
I miss mg
I miss the cheap canteen food

And to think that we're all moving on to the next phase of our lives. Time really flies..

how about you?

Just a random thought.

How will you all feel if I actually have to go Australia? Like true true feelings.. Whether it's good or bad.

and seriously, all that you've done is really a lot. You've no idea how much I thank God for a friend like you.

not in the mood

I'm not in the mood for anything. What happened to my no more emo deal with myself?

As a matter of fact. For reasons unknown

I feel depressed

I feel like I'm drifting away. Away from everyone.

Take control

Jesus Take The Wheel
She was driving last Friday on her way to Cincinnati
On a snow white Christmas Eve
Going home to see her Mama and her Daddy with the baby in the backseat
Fifty miles to go and she was running low on faith and gasoline
It'd been a long hard year
She had a lot on her mind and she didn't pay attention
she was going way too fast
Before she knew it she was spinning on a thin black sheet of glass
She saw both their lives flash before her eyes
She didn't even have time to cry
She was so scared
She threw her hands up in the air

Jesus take the wheel
Take it from my hands
Cause I can't do this on my own
I'm letting go
So give me one more chance
To save me from this road I'm on
Jesus take the wheel

It was still getting colder when she made it to the shoulder
And the car came to a stop
She cried when she saw that baby in the backseat sleeping like a rock
And for the first time in a long time
She bowed her head to pray
She said I'm sorry for the way
I've been living my life
I know I've got to change
So from now on tonight

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I hate letting my thoughts run wild
I hate it when I feel like I'm all alone even though I know otherwise
I hate it when you don't seem to care
I hate all these stupid moodswings
I hate going through all these
I hate putting on this false front
I hate it when I'm this childish.

I feel like my life is in a mess and I really need You to take control of my life. I'm at a lost and I really need help.

Mission trip experience

Ok I would have given a day to day account of what happened in mission trip. But then I decided that, nahh..

I'll just share on what I feel and learnt from the trip.

Firstly, I must say that I was really blessed. I lost my voice before the activities actually started and that was not a very good sign, considering the fact that I was supposed to be a group leader, leading small children around in games. Which means I would actually need my voice. And why I say I was blessed. Well it's because God really looked after me. He gave me sufficient voice each time during all these activities to be able to lead the group. He gave me the voice each time I needed to talk to get my own teens group to do something for me. And on top of that, He ensured that I could find someone to help me convey the message each time my voice was about to go. Plus, I had friends who would ensure that I didn't eat too much oily stuff and didn't talk so much. How blessed am I?

Secondly, I saw how God actually uses us all to play a part in getting people to join His Kingdom. Both young and old, He uses all. All you need to do, is to be willing to serve. One really good example I believe is Gim. A young sec one boy who has a really good heart. When I was struggling to start new games for the people arriving, he just came up and started helping me. Yeah he came up with his own funny little games, but still, he managed to engage the children very well, and you could actually see that they really enjoyed playing games with him. During the christmas parties that we held for the children, he even went all the way out to help and started sharing. He was required to do anything like that. And yet, his heart was so prepared to serve God. It was actually kinda touching. Ok, I got to admit that sometimes I find him a bit of a queer. But I have never seen someone serving wholeheartedly, all the more, someone of his age. It makes me question myself, why do I actually do all that I'm doing. Is it for God's glory or for my own glory?

Thirdly, I really learnt about teamwork. There is really no 'I' in teamwork. No matter how small one's role seem, if everyone didn't play their part to the best of their abilites, the whole trip wouldn't have been possible. In the christmas party, with everyone really doing their best, the harvest was amazing. Out of about 247 children who came for the parties, 174 of them accepted Christ, about 25 of them expressed interest to learn more about Jesus. Seriously, God has worked wonders. All those simple acts that everyone contributed to has led to such wonderful stats. Praise the Lord!

If there are any more opportunities to do such stuff, I want to be included! Makes me feel more meaningful.

Well, I think I'll just end here. I may come back to edit this post, or not. Oh well. I shall end with the song, Fill my eyes. It was our theme song this year.

Fill my eyes
Fill my eyes, O my God,
with the vision of the Cross
Fill my heart with love for Jesus,
the Nazarene
Fill my mouth with your praise
Let me sing to endless days
Take my will,
let my life be wholly Thine

Use my hands to SERVE You God
EXPOSE my eyes to what You see
Make me LEARN from what You lay
before my path
I’ll be FAITHFUL to Your Great Commission
And I am blessed by Your Faithfulness
Take my will,
let my life be wholly Thine

May I always remember this meaningful song..

back!

Ok I'm back from mission trip.

And I could start rattling about it now, But I shan't. I rather talk to people now.

So yeah. Till next time :)

Mission Trip

Mission trip is tomorrow!

I don't know why. But suddenly I'm really excited. Well, I kinda like doing such stuff, so maybe that's why.

My dad ever once told us all that the devil would work overtime. To try his very best to make sure this whole thing doesn't succeed. And well, through a few events, you can really see him trying hard. But the more he tries, the more we'll fight on!

One of the problems the teachers are facing. Kui Luan won't be able to join us tomorrow. She'll only be coming down on wednesday I think. So all the things that are supposed to be put in the car are left 'stranded'. But after a discussion in Gloria's house. Haha. (of all places), they finally came up with a solution. Which is great. But I know that there are still many things unsettled. That are causing all of them a lot of stress.

Teachers are falling sick. Work load is piliing up for all of them.

But God will bless us all. And this trip would be made meaningful. A chance for us to all step out of our comfort zone, to serve with all our ability.

I better make sure my heart is set right..

Oh and I'll be gone from tomorrow to the 10th. So PLEASE PLEASE don't call me. Messaging me is fine. But I'll only respond to those that are really really important. Yeah. If it's not so impt, then you can just drop me an email. my email address is myharmonica@msn.com

toodles..