This Alabaster Jar, I Break it at Your Feet

9 more hours till 2008 ends:) 9 more hours and we can all scream 'Hello, 2009!' :D It's the most exciting time of the year and of course you need to spend it with the most exciting bunch of people. Watchnight service tonight and then, all night activity with the youths! I can't wait, can't wait.

I had a really fruitful brunch with Angie ytd morning. My bad, I overslept and made her wait :S Seriously, something is just super wrong with me. I have been sleeping through all my appointments and this is a bad bad habit. I soo need to kick it out of my new year.

Okay, back to our brunch date; even though she isn't my official leader anymore. But I must say, each time we meet up she would never fail to speak into my life and even though its an informal meeting; she'd impact me and really challenge me in my spiritual walk with God. Not just that, but really push me to rise up in my responsibility and love for the youths. Angie's heart for the youths has been a model and inspiration for me.

I thank God for all the leaders He's placed above me, and placed alongside me. For I wouldn't be here today. Had it not been their prayers, their encouragements, not forgetting their correction in love:)

New year, new beginnings. New responsibilities, new level of faith. New challenges, new level of interdependence with God. Okay 2009, I'm ready, Bring it On!

I'm looking forward to 2009 and the greater things that God has in store for us as a youth ministry, as a region, as a net, and as individuals. Without a shadow of doubt, I know God is going to bring in the harvest and we, Your harvesters are ready:) 'The harvest is plenty, and the workers are many!' Then we'll have 300 net leaders by the end of next year:D Sounds exciting huh? That's why I can't wait:)

As a region, I'm sure this is the year where many will rise up and take up different responsibilities in the region. Well, what do you expect even our YYOA (Younger Youths Organizing Association) is rising up and taking initiatives. Older Youths, can't just sit back 'relac one korner' anymore:D And then, and then the region will Boom! And nets will multiply, many many times! Amen Qigebages?

And as individuals I'm sure God has great plans for everyone, and I know that God will bring everyone to the next level:) In terms of love for one another and love for Him. I'm sure He will bring many to a new level of faith, a new level of responsibility. Yay, it's fulfilling to stand at one point and look back 'woah, he's really grown this past year.' And that's exactly what I'm marvelling at now.

As for me, I'm consecrating the year for God for Him to do as He will in my life:) Setting this year apart to focus on ministry and as God enables invest my life in the lives of others. I'm anticipating an exciting story to tell by the end of next year:)

Awaiting the unfolding of an adventurous journey with my King the coming year.

Happy Birthday Ang Cheok

Today, 28th Dec, is Samuel Heng's birthday:) A really dear friend that has watched me transform from an Ah Lian to an Old-Fashioned Auntie. Eh, I don't agree with that transformation term, it's just something they always said!

Aiyah, but that's besides the point, the star isn't me today. I'd say, we've gone through quite a bit as friends. Talk about mountains and valleys, haha.

Well bro, you have been a real big blessing in my life, and in the lives of many many others, for sure! You're the of super fun-to-be-with kind of friend, and a cool-to-be-around person. Haha, I'll never forget how everyone listens to you. Remember how Serena called for the youths to move 10 times and no one listened until you stood up and said let's go, everyone followed. Well, meet Sammy, Mr charismatic and influential:D

Thanks for the times you really encouraged me when I'm sad, or when I'm really discouraged you would uplift me. Thanks for being such a great friend, all these 4 years:) Don't think of dumping this friendship! Even when I'm old and grow wrinkles, make sure you're still around when I need someone to perk me up:)

Take care my dear friend, a good brother-in-Christ. May you grow to love God more each day and find favour with Him. Never let go of you calling, Pastor Heng. Happy 18th!

Tick Tock, Tick Tock.

I wonder if the level of tiredness varies directly with the desire to blog. Haha, despite my super heavy eyelids from staying up late rushing Christmas cards, my fingers rush to turn on this laptop and start tapping away! Whee, says the tired mind (ironically).

4 more days till the year officially ends.

Has it occured to you that 2008 will never come back, ever again? Time is a really scary thing huh, the reality that time can never be stopped, just blows my mind. Once a second pasts, it never comes back. Even as I sit here typing, time is ticking away, with not even a tinge of regret. Thats how unmerciful time is.

No guys, a time machine does not, and will never exist. A tick of the second hand will not reverse itself. No matter how hard you try to decieve yourself by buying a still clock. Time never stops, and it never turns back.

It's a real random thought birthed from reflecting on what I have accomplished for the year. Nothing significant but I guess, it was a good year overall. Watched my net grow, seen different young ones grow in God, made new friends and grow to love old ones more:) Seen the salvation of my friends, seen many potentials rising up. Woah, its been a really fruitful year!

I dread standing at the end of the year and find that I hardly accomplish anything:S I guess time lost is the saddest thing, because even a million dollars can't retrieve those moments.

So I want to purpose in my heart to kick all my procrastination and stop taking time for granted. For every ticking of the clock means time and moments that can never be relived. Sounds like a lot of things I have to work on this coming year:D Haha.

And I encourage you, seize every oppotuninty to live your lives to the fullest, according to God's plans. Capture every moment you have with those around you for time would bear no mercy. Don't worry, God is good! He'd expand your time if you choose to honour Him with it, trust me, He would:)

With Gratitude.

These thoughts found it's way into my head:

That my every day and my every breath is a gift from Above,
That each of my waking moment is a miracle by God.
That each time my heart beats its only possible because He enables,
That I'm blessed only because He chose to bless.

That the food I eat, the clothes I wear are from Him,
That which I ought to be ashamed when I'm found complaining of a lack.
That even the people in my lives are graciously placed there by Him,
That which I ought to be thankful for the support they have been.

That being able to praise Him in earthly vessels is a Priviledge,
That being called by Him is all by Grace and Mercy.
That nothing I call mine is truly mine,
That it's all because all I that I am, all that I have, is His.

That this one life I'll live for Him,
That's because it's this one life, He gave to me.

So with the every breath I take, and with each moment I'm awake
I give thanks to God above,
For His Faithfulness, Grace and Love.

Happy Belated Birthday, Jesus.

Merry Christmas for the 101 times readers! :D I'm not late right? There's 12 days of Christmas, awesome! Haha, I super love this season, everywhere you go, you see lights, hear carolings, smell turkey! As of date, I have attended 3 Christmas Parties, 1 more blast party this Monday; Region Qigebage's Winter Wonderland:)


It's a pretty busy Christmas this year. With line ups, party and events for the season. The youths first had caroling at Macpherson RC last Saturday. We practiced real hard, but somehow, it didnt turn out as planned:S Haha, but I suppose, as long as they had fun! We all had Mac's after that, it's becoming an annual thing.
Photos uploaded by Siyin;
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=190045&id=598535076#/album.php?aid=190036&id=598535076&page=3



Monday's Class Christmas Party was super fun! And here's the link to the facebook photos uploaded by Inez;
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=68400&id=508601579&ref=nf

On Tuesday, my net carolled at my block, and it was sooo amazing! Initially, I was pretty hesitant to carol at my block since I wasn't exactly very open myself. On top of that, there were First Toa Payoh school mates living in my block:S But God is good. My neighbours were very kind, and in 2 hours we carolled to 15 homes! With that, we only managed to cover 5 storeys due to a lack of time:) I think we're coming back again next year!

Then Wed, 10 of us headed to Marc's place for His family party. Although there wasn't any line-ups, it was pretty fun nonetheless. We had super good food, with super good fellowship and very very hospitable hosts (his parents). They made us carol for them and shouted for an encore, which we didn't honour. Haha! Went Vivo afterward and waited for the (working) carollers to join us. Then, home we went.

On Christmas Day; Christmas Service at Futsing turned out to be quite good! Christmas in a stable economy; the theme didn't really impress me. But it turned out to be quite exciting:) There was breakfast, youth caroling, hilarious drama presentation (maybe because there's Justin Chia), Violin recital by Megan, powerful testimony by Shawn Soh, and then many many salvations!

There's certainly no greater gift than the gift of lives to Jesus on His birthday! And truly, it was heartwarming to see the number of salvations and rededication at the altar yesterday:) There's too, no greater joy than to see lives of friends and loved ones come to know Him.

A new year marks many new beginnings. And the thought of it is making my heart thump a beat faster:D I can't wait to watch another year unfold before my eyes. And know that everyday in the year belongs to the Father.

Youths, behold 09' and many more salvations into the ministry:)

Go, Tell it on a Mountain

Yay, its probably been a thousand times since, that I've expressed my excitement for this Christmas Season! Just 2 days away from Christmas, I can soooooo smell it, feel it, see it coming! Not jumping for Santa, not really the present but it's just a really special day:) Everyone would be all smiley, and happy because it's Jesus' birthday!

Yesterday (telling by the clock now), was our class' Christmas gathering. I promise, Kimmy and I were sooo totally excited about the whole thing! Although the turn out was about 9 of us, I did enjoy the whole meeting. It was a really nice get-together, talking countries, cars (which I totally have no idea about), recording our duper awesome Medley (besides my sounding awful and hitting the wrong keys, LOL!) and just enjoying each others' company! Not mentioning the companion of an awesome dinner prepared by Kimmy, Mum and Helper. I spent almost 10 hours in Kim's place; reaching at 2pm to help decorate the place (and play with her dog, Lollipop) and leaving at 11.30pm.

My sentiments; even though only the minoirty showed up, the party was a success.

So Kimmy, take heart yeah, your efforts did pay off! I'm sure everyone did enjoyed themselves lah, for those that couldn't make it, count it their loss! Haha, you deserve a great applause for all the planning, coordinating, cooking and making things happen:) And I really appreciate all that you've done and appreciate all that made it, that made it super fun!

And so I had my first official Christmas Party:) I can't wait for Marc's place, the regional service, and then our youth party on the 29th. I can almost see our crazy Singaporean youths in winter wear(LOL!), it's going to be awesome! Party Comm, you have one loyal fan anticipating the party here:D

It's late, late, late! All these thoughts of Christmas is making me sooooo excited, I'm literally surviving on adrenalin rushes through this unearthly hour. Hah! Running really low right now, so I'm bidding my goodbye and hitting the sack:)

Hello, Christmas.

An Offering of Praise I will Bring

It sucks to fall sick during the holidays! It's spoiling my mood to do the 1001 things I want to do. Christmas Shopping, Window Shopping, Real Shopping, CNY Shopping (can't wait!). Oh, and Spring Cleaning my room:S Ever since common tests, I have messed up my room and have yet to find time to reverse the mess. Haha! Anyone wants to help? :D

Grace Chan just reminded me that I need to start preparing Christmas gifts real soooooon. I still haven't decided what to give this year. I'm so tempted to take the easy way out. Buy a zillion packet of sweets and give it out! Haha. We'll see about that.

Yesterday, we had consultation in school for IEF. Apparently we didn't do well for the common test paper that's why teacher is trying to help us with the project. Oh man, we're all dead like a doo doo! Heh, the bad-er news is, my group's project isn't very well done. No time, no time, and we have to reconstruct the whole thing. Needing lots of grace, wisdom and strength! I would appreciate some genius giving me their views on Russia's Assertiveness. Heh!

I hate projects and love Christmas:) So I'm so going to rush all my projects so that I can truly soak myself in this festive season, and celebrate Jesus' Birthday with all the saints world-wide!

Isn't it truly, with the blink of an eye, the whole year has passed by. Before you realize, we'd be counting down to a new year already! I should start thinking of my New Year's Resolution which half the time never come to past. Oh well, but it's just for the fun of it. Heh.

Year ends is also a season to recount God's goodness in our lives:) Don't enter the new year without giving thanks to the Lord that has been faithful in blessing and watching over you!

Selfless Perfect Love Displayed on The Cross

First day of school holidays and I'm exhausted already! Had a date with Mum and Keith today. For some reason, Mum's friend's son tagged along and I so became a nanny. Although Auntie (Mum's domestic helper) tagged along, she couldn't handle the kids as well. A family date just sounds nice. In actual fact, mum wanted me to be with the kids while she attends her meetings:(
1. Brought them for Lunch while she had a meeting. We waited, and waited for her while the kids climb everywhere and over my head (not literally, thank God).
2. Brought them for Bolt while she went for meeting #2. This time it was easier, they enjoyed the movie and watched quietly. Well, almost quietly except the super loud laughters:D
3. She has meeting #3 while I had to catch, scold, reason and run after kids in the middle of Bugis.

A test of my patience I must say, but I guess, it's a good experience. Still doesn't change the fact that I love kids, even the super notorious ones:) Headache, tiring but I don't mind bringing them again. I just didn't like the waitings, and feeling so, (sigh) I don't know how to put it to words. But of course, I still love Mum:)

4 projects to face this holidays, I should wrap it all up and put it under my neighbour's christmas tree this year. Or perhaps, take it for a gift exchange! :D

Bless the Broken Road
Doesn't signify anything, its just playing on my itunes now:)

Yeehaw! Spell this wonderful word with me, H-O-L-I-D-A-Y-S:) Yesterday marked the last day of my common tests and I am so, so happy that the holidays are here to stay (for 3 weeks).

This time round I have to say I had little discipline and a short attention span. For the past week I had 2 papers on Tues and Thurs. I did not start revising until it was really late then I started panicking and burning midnight oil. Every other thing came as a distraction, including the fact that the rest has set off to youthcamp and I was stucked in Singapore!

But God was faithful and He always is. I managed to attempt my paper and I think there shouldn't be much of a problem. Once again, it's all credits to God! It just couldn't be me. And I know that I should never take things for granted, the next time an exam approaches, I've got to give my best, do my part and let God bless.

Yesterday was a super event-full day.

After our papers, we were meant to go out as a class. While heading to town on the bus, I dropped my wallet and alighted. Thank God for Kimmy and Claud that tagged along with me on hot wheels chasing after the bus for my wallet. We did manage to catch up with the bus but failed to find the wallet. Honestly, I was super upset with myself for being so careless, and at the same time, fearful because I didn't know how to tell my dad about it. (If Wongy reads this, she's going to scold me!)

But wait, I haven't finish! The guys head for town while Kimmy and Claud accompanied me. I wanted to go home, take money and come out again. Just then, I received news about my missing wallet! Woohooooo. Mr Nice contacted Freda, my ex-collegue through her namecard i kept in my wallet. So we went down to Paya Lebar to meet him (He's a Christian too). And thank God, I got back my wallet, whole with everything intact. God is indeed a prayer-answering God:) No doubt!

Retrieving my wallet when it's an almost impossible task calls for celebration! 3 of us then went to town to meet the rest of them and had Suki Sushi Buffet. Oh my word, we so sat on the wrong table with Benedict and Yu Song. The amount they ordered could feed 3 Sumo-wrestlers! Seriously, I was so on the verge of puking. We had to result to all sorts of tactic to hide the leftovers. Even though Yusong and Ben (surprisingly) were huge eaters, what they ordered was simply, too much lah. And, no more salmon sashimi for me for at least, the rest of this year!

I'm looking forward to more class outings this holidays. A ladies' day out and a class Christmas Party:) Happening eh, but someone needs to teach my class' guys to be more appreaciative! The sem is ending, which means gatherings like this again will be even harder. Every effort counts in making a friendship possible. We'd make the avenue, but will you make the effort? Not finding any fault, it's just a thought.

Yay, the campers came home yesterday. All alive and kicking. Honestly it's going too be 'urgh' cause for at least 2 whole weeks, they'll go on and on about camp. And only to know you missed all the fun and good times they had. Nonetheless, I still want to know:D At least as they rant, my imaginations can take me there. Haha, all the sad people that didn't go, let's pray now for permission to go next year!

Can't wait for net tonight:)

I Will Give You Glory

As I'm typing this, the adrenalin is still making me really queasy. With my exams just 1 day away, I get sweaty palms and feet and a spinning head. It happens when exams are near, and more so this time. Why? Heh, because I procrastinated big time and now, I'm panicking! I need air, need airrr!

Haha, so much for panicking and still blogging away:S

Last Sunday was 180, way awesome! Fusion Youth Hub was packed out by 230pm with all the chill-out activities going on. WII, manicure, and boardgames. Everybodys running all around the building, either being real busy or at least, trying to look busy:D Like I always do, heh!

Yeah, and thank God my classmates came! Most of them did, to watch Marc dance his little a-go-go! Haha. And yes, talking about dance. The annual dance competition is just getting better and better each year. It's just impressive to see all the dancers excelling for His Glory sake. Not just ordicary dancers, but dancers with a purpose:) Keep grooving, keep grooving!

But of course, great job Adam& Eve. I am, everyone is, so so so proud of you. It's just such a joy watching you guys upfont, giving your best shot for God. Seriously, you guys totally melted my heart! Cheesy, but true:D

Indeed you've all gone through a lot together. Laughing, crying, learning, growing, more laughing, more fun, and more dancing. We've learned a great deal, haven't we? All of you had played a part in making this journey a super duper enjoyable one!

More importantly, thank God for His faithfulness to this team. At every practice, God never fails to visit and grant the team His presence, wherever we are. Although it's but a short time period together, I've seen how God knitted this team together, how He's drawn us as individuals close to Him. For all He's done in your life, don't let go.

In every situation give thanks, and give Him all the glory. Adam&Eve, you have done super well! And I'm sure God is pleased, I'm sure He'll take joy in the worship you bring.

Yay, encore on Christmas! I'm already looking forward to see you guys on stage again;) Keep giving it your best!

Okay, I was right, I died at the BCJ Speaking Assessment. I was practicing at home, and in school and before it was my turn. But sitting in the presense of my teacher and facing an equally nervous classmate, I died; tongue-tight and forgot all my lines! Bang, I messed up my 30%.

Yes, yes it's over. And yes, I'll move on, don't worry:) Oh, here's something new. While practicing at home and while waiting for Dad to send me to school, I discovered He can speak Japanese too. How cool is that, huh? Haha. Where did all those genes go to? Oh wait, language don't run in DNA.

I'm in between classes now, bored stiff and driven to blog. Sitting in class and everyone's doing their little thing. Watching videos, playing guitar, blog hopping, blogging, but studying. You can say, we honour our breaks. Haha. This will be the last sem that we'll stay as a class. Come year 3, we'll go our seperate ways, specialising in whatever interests us, or for some, whatever helps you to score the highest GPA.

So, I'm dreading for this semester to come to an end. The thought of not hearing those familiar voices and laughters in class. I'll miss those inevitable teasing. I picked up a lot of teasing after meeting Claudia (get what I mean?) Haha.

Thanks classmates, each and everyone of you is a blessing! <3.

The Author of Salvation.

Thank God for afternoon classes, where I can wake up early and do something useful to kick start this day:) Now I have to say, my timetables not that bad afterall, thanks to my wise classmates that didn't just jump on timetables that end early, heh!

The month-long job with Jungheinrich and a holiday without computer has surely taught me to sleep early and get up early in the morning. Now, if I ever sleep my morning away, I'd feel so unaccomplished. Mornings are nice with little and almost no distractions.

Today is the last Basic Conversational Japanese (BCJ) class. I have to admit I'm such a fickle-minded creature. Initially I didn't know why in the world did I sign up for BCJ and now, I don't want class to end. Haha, we'll be having our final test today; Speaking Assessment. Someone, please pray that I don't die. I sure hope I inherited some of my mummy's gift of language. Shes one language machine! Japanese, Thai and dialects, not just knowing a little, she speaks fluently! And her daughter's command of language is just, we'll not go into that lah. Haha!

Grace had me over for dinner last night and it was 'yummmm'. It was a thoughtful meal with salad, spaghetti, and mochi for dessert. Uh-huh, she cooks! In fact, she's really good at it. Hah, I bet this is the side of Grace that you haven't seen, a true blue Motherhen. Honestly, she's just amazing, building this region from nothing to what it is today. Trust me, it wasn't instanteneous that the youths begin loving her and opening up to her. She can testify to that. So dear 5/6 treasure this great woman of God and squeeze as much as you can from her, you'd learn a great deal:)

Yay, my favourite part of the year is here! Say hello to the Year-End Season:D Woots, I'm as excited as a bee. What's in store?

28th Nov - NPNet's (super duper early) Christmas Production
30th Nov - 180 Outreach. It's going to be a blast!
8th- 11th Dec - Youth Camp 08'. Heh, I'm just pretending there's no Common Tests.
Christmas - Caroling, more caroling and a Christmas Party!

I bet you're at least half as excited as me. Although all this also spells a busy season, nothing's going to dampen the year-end mood, nope, not even exams.

&Cheers! to all that's rejoicing with me.

Faith like Theirs.

Angie named this 'Preparing for Motherhood'. Haha, surely I don't look that old! And you don't have to look at this with green eye, it's a posed shot for Dreams for Sale:D Hm, come to think of it, I'm kind of missing our production preparations day. Tiring, it was but nonetheless, meaningful and beautiful:) The strong bonds that were fostered in the region, simply priceless. With all that said, more productions?

Okay, I need to stop being so greedy, I already have a lot of things on my plate now. One thing at a time, one thing at a time.

Haha, the dance team's packed with all the awesome fast learners and they're picking up really well. It's indeed a race against time, but God has been faithful to see us through. I don't even want to count down to the number of days we are left with but just savour the every moment of what we have now. He has gone beyond the steps and music, straight to the hearts of all individuals; dancing or cheering.

I have also learned a great deal myself. As simple as trusting God, and trusting His nature of faithfulness. How many times have we given Jesus the wheel, then decide later that I'll do a better job and take control of our lives wheel again?

A child asks and finds no difficulty in trusting. Their innocence teaches them not to doubt. And they know that if they fall, hands are there to catch.

It just blows my mind to know I serve the Creator of this Universe, and this same God is also the Lover of my Soul. Take comfort my friends, learn to know in all situations and through it all, His unfailing love stands.

'I'll never leave you, nor forsake you, says the Lord'

Hold Me Close

New blogskin will lure to to update more (at the beginning), trust me. Haha, It's 8.15 in the morning and you must be thinking I'm totally nuts waking up soo early to blog. Don't be silly lah, I'm not that extreme yet! Haha, I'll be leaving in a few moments for dance at Yishun later. Yay! Today we're meeting all our dancers, and the first practice session officially starts. I'm just anticiating to see all our new faces, welcome onboard to the region's dance team!

Although it's like way early in the morning, I'm just feeling the rush and all ready to start a new day:) Smell the dew of the weekends! If you wake up late, you just missed it and wasted half your Saturday! Bad for you, Haha.

I'm always looking forward to Fridays, and the weekends. It's just, one word, aweeesomeee! Haha, not that school isn't nice, but this semester's module is just, pfft, heavy. I will need plenty of Grace and Patience and the 7 other furits of the spirit to get get me through (aiyah, you know I always exaggerate:D).

Opps, Got to rush!

I'll Just Tell Them I'm Loving My King

Its one of those thinking nights tonight and so I'm here penning these thoughts down. Oh yes, and this is my very first post from my new lappy:) Here, meet Miss Fujitsu White.

Cheography session today was great! And we've made great progressions from where we left off after the last session. Glory to God, of course. Hadn't He grant us grace and helped us alongside, we'd still be struggling this moment. Personally, God always teaches me so much through dance, on and off stage. Stage and applause used to matter so much, but now dance goes beyond just the moves, but the heart.

I'm so totally looking forward to see what God can do in and through each and everyone of us involved in this dance. Not just the finshed product, but the entire process! Woohoo, go Adam&Eve, give your best for His glory!

As I grow older by the days, I began to see life a little different from how I did yesterday. Witness how unpredictable and fragile our very being is. As they sing, 'A flower quickly fading, here today and gone tomorrow', so I begin to recognise that all we possess now won't be here forever. So often we have the tendency to take things for granted whether is it the people around us or what we have in our hands right now. Thinking our lives as it is, will forever be.

Now this wishful thinking has to go and the painful reality needs to set into each and everyone of our hearts; life's like a wave tossed in the oceans. If only all of us knew and understood this, wouldn't relationships grow stronger, and the world be a much beter place?

Haha. Just a random, but real thought there.

Here's the problem, when I stop blogging, I could not post for a godzillion year, but once I start, I go on and on, on the same post:D There you are poor readers, trying real hard to keep your eyes open and read on! Haha.

I got started on Joshua Harris' book, I Kissed Dating Goodbye. And those that have read it, agrees it's a real good book:) For someone that doesn't like to read (that's me), now finding it hard to put the book down, you know it must be awesome. Haha!

Right! So here's my post after a really really long time:) Cleared the cobwebs, but no promises it wouldn't grow again! :D

'love is not for the fulfillment of self but for the glory of God and the good of others'

Big.

It's been a long awaiting, I know:) That's why I'm here to keep what little reader I have left. Haha, I don't exacty remember all you've missed out on, so here's just a brief update. This holidays has been wonderful, one of the best to date! All you need to know, life's been merciful to Carmen.

1. Dream for Sale
The very first QiGeBaGe regional production outreach was a blast! After all the hard work, we finally saw out efforts and late nights pay off. Glory not to us, but to God:) He enabled us, for sure. Sailing alongside with the crew, I've learned so much and have grown so much. I'm sure everyone felt the same way too. Let's bear in mind that in all we do, let it be to please the Father's heart.

There's going to be more opportunities like this in future and let's take ownership for everything that we do. Not only to do well, but to be a reflector of His goodness to us:)

Picture credits to Johnson and Angie;
http://s314.photobucket.com/albums/ll435/jkuean/Dreams%20for%20Sale/?albumview=grid
http://s314.photobucket.com/albums/ll435/jkuean/Dreamsale/?albumview=grid
http://s438.photobucket.com/albums/qq103/AngieDaChoice/?albumview=slideshow

2. Play week!
Second week of this holidays was the best! :):) Caregroup outing at botanics, Escape themepark, Keith's birthday, post-production BBQ, you name it I had it! Haha, that more or less made up this wonderful holidays.

Here's pictures from our post-production BBQ/ Angie's farewell;
http://s438.photobucket.com/albums/qq103/AngieDaChoice/Farewell%20BBQ/?albumview=slideshow

3. My left hand got enlisted
Yes, Jinguo got enlisted on 13th of Sept. Haha, the moment that every men in Singapore 'look forward' to. He had a huge bunch of people see him off at Pasir Ris. The big bunch of us sure got a lot of bypassers thinking 'Woah, what's the big deal with this fellow'. Well, they've just got to know that Jing is surely loved by his friends:)

I'm sure he's been doing well, trust that he's tough enought to pull through. Small fry for you huh, tough guy? Just know that the faithful bunch of us are keeping you in faithful prayers alright? And remember, 'One Way' for you bro!

4. I've got a job
Yeah! After 2 weeks of crazy fun, I got down to real business, way out in the wilderness. Haha, I'm working the rest of my holidays away at Boob Lay (that's why I said, wilderness!) doingdata entry. Not exactly the most exciting job but I have to say I have real fun and nice colleagues, they keep me going:)

5. Visit: www.theglowtemp.blogspot.com

That's more or less a brief update. Don't you thank God I didn't give a real detailed one? Haha, I do have 1million other things to say but I'd turn you off or lullaby you to sleep at your desk.

God, I know you're big enough, Your grace I will ride on.
When I make a mess or a mistake, I'd run and hide behind your back
Just like a child takes refuge behind daddy's leg.
I'm told Your grace is sufficient, and I'd rest in your love.
Thank You for your goodness, thank You for Your grace.

Such a Deep Deep, Reassurance

My laptop officially died, just that it hasn't been buried nor cremated. That explains for my laggy updates. It's indeed been so long that I've last posted, and my IBM apologizes. Haha!

Well, first and foremost, happy holidays to you who can relate to this:) I'm already one week into my holidays and this feels soooo goood! I, no we, have all been buzzing with the nearing Dreams for Sale production. I must say, this has been a fulfilling journey watching how the drama advance from what it was months ago, to what it will be this coming Friday on our debut, God's debut.

As Shawn and Jo Wong already emphasized, rest of region 7/8, keep the production and those that are coming in prayer:) Let's all do our part and bathe this entire outreach in prayers. It's not just our production, it's the region's. Invite your friends, your cousins, your neighbours. Together let's pack the house with people. You never know how God will move, but with prayers, we know He will move.

Anyway, I got to rush for dinner then prayer meeting now. So much more to update you guys on, with a lot of people to thank. Time's just not on my side.

And, and, if you want to come watch 'Dreams for Sale', the oh-so-awesome drama by QiGeBaGe, text me, or give me a call:)

Dreams For Sale
Date: 29th August (This Friday)
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Yishun, Fusion Youth Hub.

Happy 43rd Birthday, Home.

Yay, three cheers for our very own Edge Parade!

Haha, at service yesterday, we had march-ins by our own uniform guys, paper air show, parachuters with garbage bags and even a Kit 'Foong'. You should have been there, if you weren't, you missed having a real goood laugh! Good job, all you involved;)

It was also the debut for 'Lifeline' by our dance ministry yesterday. I must say, a job well done girls! Haha, afterall, it was God that enabled it all, we must never forget:)
Every performance teaches a whole new lesson. More than just a new set of steps and a few grooves, but its really learning what is real worship unto God and God alone. Its learning to redirect all praises and honour back to Him.
Aiyah, want to know what I'm talking about, come and join the dance ministry:D Haha!

Now let's rewind to yesterday morning; soccer at Seletar (Supposedly Nanyang Poly).
And the only reason I was there, besides initially sincerely wanting to go, was to make sure Sam goes for drama. See, Sam, say I'm nice! Haha, it was an initiated soccer match between region B, C/D, F. You can't ask me, I don't really know how you judge what's a good or bad game, all I knew was that the sun was all out to shine upon the game, haha. And, this is so unfair, you only see initiated games for soccer, captain's ball someone?

As we rewind a little bit bit more, there we go; Day of His Power at Max Pavilion. It was spectacular, just looking at the number of people praising the same, one great God! That's when you know, (exclaim!) I have a HUGE family in Christ. And so, don't you forget that you're not alone.
Friday was also a good day spent with Mum, accompanying her for her duty at Suntec:)Shopping, eating, more eating. I know it doesn't sound like me, it was Mum; I tagged along while she did those.

Okay, one last thing, I promise! Haha, I forgot to mention that some precious souls got baptised on the the 2nd of August:
Congratulations to all, and especially some real special people; Alicia, Marcus, Chew Min, Christina, Rebecca, Jonas! And you know why you're special;)
As you've made a declaration to this world, may your personal walk with God take flight at this junction of your life, let your intimacy with Him grow like never before. And someday I'll see with my eyes, great men and women that will rise from this net because of your simple step of faith and obedience.

Now, I really need to sleeep. I, zzzz.

Thank God for You:)

I'll Lavish Mine on You

Although my eyelids are getting heavy, and the ticking of the clock attempts to put me to bed, I can't help but still face this very screen and start tapping all over again. Haha, it's just one of those thoughtful nights, the body is tired but the mind hasn't slown down. But just what exactly is going through this mind, it's kind of vague.

Study plan says revision begins this week. Haha, but the truth is I'm very much far behind what I've planned for. Like I've said it, it's a plan. So you see, Carmen needs some serious discipline, and maybe a cane would be of help. Tomorrow. I'll catch up tomorrow, I always say.

There was caregroup today, at Joanne's. It's always nice to be where the fellow leaders are; the fellowship, the word and the chips:) Haha, after which we headed for Geylang to eat durian! Okay, I understand this 'sensitive' word yields different types of response, but Carmen and the leaders, minus Jo Wong says 'yumm!' Haha. Wong, you should learn the art of tasting Heaven!

Always end of each day counting your blessings and in thanksgiving. Thank the ever-faithful One who created the galaxies and all the wonders of this world, and who still bothers to count the number of hair on Your head:) Thank You Jesus, for caring.

By Your Side

Cause I, I love you, I'l never let you go

Hello Hello, it's a beautiful morning, isn't it? Okay, it's not exactly very early right now as I type, but I did wake up feeling the coolness of the air:) It is probably because I know I'm going to have this day all to myself, and night, for the net, that this day is especially pretty.

I almost forgot what this feels like, stress-less day; a day dedicated to myself:D And I'm so going to enjoy every moment right now, before revision for exams begin. Well, that's a whole different story.

Right, haven't I promised an update on the Net Leaders' Outing?

On 19th July, all the net leaders headed for Purvis Street's Mind's Cafe for hours of crazy board games. And as qouted from Jeremy.S, no net lessons, no members, no net, just the leaders and some fun!

I was guilty of not mingling around, I just jumped from Region D table 1 to Region D table 2. My region is sure one great board game hopper! Haha, we were changing from one game to another until really soon, we ran out of games to play. Now you see why we are consistently racking our brains for new ways to excite and hook up the region. LOL!

Meet the nicest Net Leaders in town:)

I must say, the leaders in our region has grown both in quality and quantity:) Meet these, and you'll know why I say so. Haha, not only has the caregroup grown, but everyone of us, I see has grown so much too.

It isn't always the easiest thing to stand in the frontline, nor is it easy to serve unconditionally. But let's continue to ride on the strength of the Lord, remain in Him despite the situation and forever trust in Him, that if we love our sheep, how much more would He love them. Bear in mind that we'll never be alone, for this is what a caregroup is for, that we'll stand side by side for as long as we serve:D Cheer on fellow leaders, let's run this race with endurance!

Mirror mirror on the wall, I say, this is the best'est looking region of them all:D
Only because, I see, the light of God beaming through.

Hosanna, Hosanna
Show me how to love like You, have loved me.

Finally, I've found time for myself, to tie up a million and one things and updating this forsaken blog. Over the last few weeks, school and projects had me having late nights and no time.

But now that there's no more Microsoft Access, no more EBA, no more projects, it's time to celebrate and screamm 'Hoooooray!' haha. Life has been pretty good, if you were wanting to ask:) just that tinge of buzzing around everyday with loads of work to do!

On the 16th of July, Wednesday, we celebrated Derek's birthday at Botanical Gardens. Okay, it's not like the most exciting way to celebrate an 18th birthday, but it was thoughtful! You feel it friend? Haha, BG has now made it to my list of top 5 favourite hangouts. Trust me, it's not as boring as you think!

Too wordy? Fine, let these speak:

Joeline, Carmen, Claudia, Clarene, Kim (The Monkey!)
All the cool people, on our picnic mat with all the good food:)
Candid Jumpshot, it's also my favourite shot!
Here's the birthday kid, with a Clarene-self-bake-yummy-brownie-cake. HAPPYBIRTHDAY!

Haha, Claudia the KungFuPanda
Marcus, and Derek. Your coming means:) Thank God for the finest weather for a picnic
Arty-farty shot, name it; Joeline and the leaf

Statue of Tham Carmen

To sum it all, I had a really great time A mat, hotdog buns, more food and great friends, made carmen really glad:)

I'll blog more about the Net Leaders' Outing at Mind's another day! I hear the teevee calling out my name:D Haha.

It's a Long, Long Journey
Till I Find My Way Home To You

Hello little Earthlings, I got pretty caught up with your affairs and I forgot about you! Haha, it's been awhile since I updated (what's new right!) and I know I ought to account.

This should have came in a lot earlier but never too late; congratulations to Elvin and Esther upon their wedding on the 14th of June:) I took tonnes of photos of the couple but they are still with Gladys. That reminds me, "Gladys, owe photos pay photos!" Oh oh, and I bet I haven't told you about the pretty dance the Sohs did, gooood stuff! The video, by the way, is also with Miss Soh. Haha, till she hands them over, you can draw all the lovely pictures in your head first;)

So much has been happening, where do I begin? Right, with the not so exciting thing first; term 2 has begun, and I am back in school. It really isn't something to look forward to, because I loved the lay-back holidays, but classmates are sure making me love school that little bit more;) The second half of the semester sure isn't easy to get by; short period with lots of work. On a happier note, the long sem break is drawing near! Quickly, quickly come.

Walking alongside a bustling city, unknowingly my footsteps has hastened too. Always wanting to keep up with the pace of people, I somehow have forgotten how to stop, more so what it feels like to stop. Very much would I like to sit on green pastures and reflect upon the path I'm riding on and remember the hand that I'm holding. When things get a little too fast, you admire things around you lesser, they aren't that significant anymore. Sometimes you even forget the faithful One that keeps watch over your every step. That isn't what I want; so I pray that You will help me keep my eyes on You. Nevermind the running figures, you guide my every step, my every move. I've missed out on too much trying to run their way, now I'm running Your way. I also pray that You'll open my eyes, to see those I've brushed by or overlooked. Expand my time, for the ones that count.

Teach me to live this life to the fullest, till I find my way home to You.

I'll Fall In Love With You, Over & Over Again
Bring me Back to When I First Loved You, Oh Lord.

Yesterday was Father's Day, a very special day to me. Of course, not as a Dad but as a daughter. Some may feel it's but another day, but to me, it meant appreciating the man that loves me so. This is the 18th year I'm celebrating the occassion with him, celebrating his efforts in bringing this willfull daughter up, celebrating his love for me. Also to remember the tears behind his bedroom door, and to thank him for everything.

It wasn't anything more than a simple meal and a card full of gratitude, but I could tell Dad was happy, though he spoke not a word:) I guess guys, or Dads in particular, doesn't like articulating heartfelts.

God I pray that You will watch over him all of his days, and may he know you as I do someday.
Amen

Take me Deeper, Deeper in Love With You
There's a longing only You can fill, a raging tempest only You can still

Finally, the awful common test has passed and the long sought after holidays are here. And I'm happy that I finally get a break from those scary revision. Although I was sticking through a mere 2 weeks study plan, it didn't appear any easier than a month one. But I've discovered that I'm a time-stress oriented person (if there's such a term).

Following the end of our last paper, the class headed for town, and then for a movie while I left for dance. It's amazing how God placed me admist all this amazing people who significantly made tertiary years more exciting:D

Just yesterday, I kept the night for them. We had a BBQ at Kim's house, a house that had many interesting visitors, like plam-sized moths, snails (brutally murdered by Claud), slugs (that sparked itchy fingers to sprinkle salt on it), and more! This is why we call Kim the 'Jungle Woman', she practically lives in one! Haha, anyway, it was an exciting night, coupled with occasional screams when the 'visitors' turn nasty and decided to fly in our way; yes, girls and guys alike. Though I wasn't there for long, the few hours was much treasured.

On Friday, I tagged behind Mom on as she did the City Tour from the airport to Bugis. It was enjoyable as I saw the professional side of Mom. For that moment, I wanted too to be a tour guide:D

I'm sitting by the edge of the chair looking forward to more this holiday will bring. Maybe a date with someone I haven't met in awhile, or a dine with the youths. Perhaps I'll hit the streets with a girlfriend, or sit down for a good chat with someone dear. We'll see about that!

He Wrote Me a Love Note
He pen it with the clouds, on the boundless sky.

I've decided to take a break from the notes, after what seems like a thousand hours. Haha, I'm already losing my concentration and it feels like if I go on, I'll just die from the toxic emitted by those evil looking paper.

And no, I'm not skiving, just taking a breather ;)

This naughty thing I'm facing right now has been distracting me every other minute. Haha, my itchy fingers have just got to switch the songs, play a game of solitaire or two. And it has brought me this far, tapping on this keyboard just for you! (Okay, that's a lousy excuses)

Anyway, I've been faithfully reading Max Lucado's Come Thirsty and yes, for the second time in history, Carmen actually finished a book in her free will :D Besides liking his writing style, the very content of the book touched my heart and taught me a great deal. So I, for once, highly recommend this book to you!

Extracted from the last chapter of the book; If God Wrote You A Letter

Dear Child of mine,

Are you thirsty? Come and drink. I am the One who comforts you. I bought you and complete you. I delight in you and claim you as my own, rejoicing over you as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride. I will never fail you or forsake you.

Trust in me always. I am the eternal Rock, your Shepard, the Guardian of your soul. When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! when you walk through the fire of oppresion, you will not be burned up; the fires will not consume you.

So don't worry, I will never tire or sleep. I stand beside you. The angel of the Lord encamps around you. I hide you in the shelter of my presence. I will go ahead of you, directing your steps and delighting in every detail of your life. If you stumble, you will not fall, for I hold you by the hand. I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.

I throw my arms around you, lavish attention on you, and guard you as the apple of my eye. I rejoice over you with great gladness. My thoughts of you cannot be counted; they outnumber the grains of sand! Nothing can ever seperate you from my love. Death can't, and life can't. The angels can't, and the demons can't. Your fears for today, your worries for tomorrow, and even the powers of hell can't keep my love away.

Give me your burdens; I will take care of you. I know how weak you are, that you are made of dust. Give all your worries and cares to me, because I care about what happenes to you.

Remember I am at hand. Come to me when you are weary and carry heavvy burdens, and I will give you rest. I delight in you, and I can be trusted to keep my promises. Come and drink the water of life.

Your Maker, Your Father
God

When I came across this, it begin to remind me that I serve a faithful God, a God whose love overwrites my guilt and shame, and in Him, I find freedom and amazing grace.

You are the Potter, and I am the Clay
take me, mould me, use me, fill me, call me, guide me, lead me, walk beside me

It's Sunday, Jeremy's birthday today. Just in case you were wondering, he's my (wacky) youth pastor. He was preaching at Wesley today on Chairs (right, Marcus?) and when Marc mentioned to me about it, I recall on how I answered the altar call for the very same message and decided that I wasn't going to be lukewarm, anymore and never again. So here I am today, 'hot' for the One who loves me.

Along this journey, I stumbled and fell a countless times. This limited mind can never comprehend His free-flow love, and how His faithful arms never left me. A thousand times I failed, a thousand times He forgave. When I was at wits end, desperate, there He yields His ears toward my cries. I don't need science to tell me God doesn't exist, I am a testimony of His existence. And even science points toward His wonderful creation; the galaxy, the way our body works. I stand this day, tall and strong declaring, there's no one like my God! :)

My lifelong goal? To hear these words when I step into eternity, 'Well done thy good and faithful servant'.

Last Friday, the net had a pot luck, and thank God, the outcome went beyond my wildest dreams. We had a total of 20, out of which, 9 were visiting. But I pray, that we wouldnt just stop there! Although there wasn't any sharing, I pray that God will continue speaking to the individual hearts and that we, as a net would be faithful in our following up.

Finally, school is taking a break! Okay, it's not exactly a break. I still have e-learning assignments and common test to study for. But school's going virtual, so yay! And did I tell you, I did up a study schedule, thanks to someone, and I'm just hoping that I'll be faithful to stick it through:D

Projects are Evil

I haven't told you, have I? About the crazy projects I've had since the start of the school term. Every module carries at least one project, for some, they're major. And so that explains why I haven't been able to update as frequently. But on a good note, we're shooting them all down! Kodos to great teammates:: ) And by the way, I have different teammates for all the different projects. Marcus, your idea!

Haha, it's really hilarious when you forget your 'project-mate combinations'. And I think no one commits the mistake more than I do. Oh wait, Claudia and Kimmy does! Haha, you should have seen the confused faces of the victims of our confusion.

Ah, good news! Our ECD tender for the bazaar stall has been approved, thank God! And now that you know it, come down to Woodlands to support me! Haha, Just-for-Bites will be selling really yummy hotdogs, I'm waiting for you, make sure you come and patronise my stall:: )

Honey, It's Been A Long Time

Hello people,

Haven't you missed me a thousand years since I was away from this stagnated blog? Haha, I have been 60% busy and 40% plain lazy to update of late. Since the last time I posted, I've entered my second year in Ngee Ann and am finishing my first term really soon! How quickly time flies:: ) Did you realise, that half the year is about gone?

Life has been good for me if you were wondering. Ever since the BAOC I've been riding on the far most best journey of mine in school. From having really a crazy bunch of SCs and society mates, to a class-full of wonderful people. In fact, we have had so much fun that we overlooked the fact that common test is 2 weeks away, yes, and I just reminded myself again. Give me the motivation and discipline to study!

For a Moment Like This

Howdy, people!

It's been a long time since I updated, much thanks to the daily buzzing activities. Significantly, the preparations for BAOC and the orientation itself. However, I wouldn't deny loving the daily routine despite having to hit the sack drained, every night. Looking back, the great friendships I've made, the encouragements along the way, and the overdosage of fun has made the whole journey more than worthwhile.

Now that orientation is over, I have also drawn an end to my job as an ASCO (Assistant Student Coordinator Officer). Its been a purposeful one-year ride with whom i first addressed as strangers, to now whom we call, friends. So I'd want to use this chance to say 'thank you' to all in society, who made me smile through the bustle
:: D











Our very own Fantastic Potluck!

Not forgetting those who made Fantastic Four the best group; our SCs (Student Coordinators). A bunch of pure crazy and fun-loving people that never fails to make me smile! Oh, what more can I say. Aside just working together and having fun each day, I see great friendships blossom in our midst. That, I'd say is the greatest fruit beared in this one month or so. Nothing satisfy me more than witnessing closer bonds birth between people. Fantastic Four, and all it's Heroes,
I love you!

Iridescent Clouds,
Come Out and Make Me Happy

Blahh! Urghhh! Ahhhh! And all other words of frustration!

It was IS module selection in the morning (8am!), and I did not get the modules I planned for and wanted. Hence, I'm stucked with Community and what makes it worst, it's an afternoon class. It means going home at 5pm on Thursdays! Okay, the good thing? I start at 1pm.

I can imagine the different sleepy faces up at this moment, sitting before the computer waiting for the clock to spell 8am to make the same selection I did. How very smart of the school to wake Carmen up so early in the morning and not give her the module she wants. Don't they know, she bites!

Haha, bad note to start a morning.

Indeed this has been a busy holiday as the Business and Accountancy Freshmen Orientation Convention (Actually, it's just BAOC) draw near. Millions (not literally) of IDs, a 4m X 3m banner, cheers, booth, performance, etc. has kept all the groups busy and turning topsy-turvy!

But of course, I'm looking forward to seeing our group's efforts pay off. We have some real good-looking, fun-loving SCs (Student Coordinators), now give us enthu' freshies, pleasee.

Before I even realise it, the holidays are flying away! So quick and swift, it caught me off-guard. No, not that I have homework to complete, but it's just, I haven't had my share of fun:: ( Take me out, I want waffle ice cream.

Just for Laughs; I got this in an email.

Alright, it's time to start the morning proper. Maybe I would go have a good breakfast, or go for a jog, or maybe, wash-up before anything else (whoops!)

Oh no! I did promise you an update on Youth Rally and Good Friday, didn't I? You would still love me if I said, 'another time' right? Well, love you too!

T.G.I.(G)F
Thank God it's (Good) Friday

The worst thing ever, is to wake up to a bad stomach early in the morning. Horrid, terrifying morning. But put that aside, it's beautiful Easter Sunday dawn. Yes, indeed I'm thankful that I worship The One who not only died for me, but is living for me.

And because it's the beautiful Easter Sunday morning, I'd share my faith.

Grace, simple as it is, never fails to amaze me. Who am I to deserve the touch of amazing grace, the contact of amazing love? The very thought of a blameless, sinless man dying upon that cruel, wooden cross just so you lived bewilders my heart, it blows my mind. Oh, how He saved my soul.

Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
That Saved a Wretch like Me
I Once was Lost, But Now Am Found
Was Blind But Now I See

With a heart full of gratitude, I stand here declaring, I'm nothing apart from Jesus. And all my days, I live for Him, I'll breathe for Him. Call me crazy or a fool, but I'm not holding back. Because He, too, gave it all.

Isn't it wonderful to learn to make your life count, to live for something apart the things of this world?
How many times has this world ride your emotions on a roller coaster, plucked the strings of your heart to an unmelodious riddle?
Tiring, doesn't it get, when you sweat your hearts out for a short-lived smile of Mother Nature and it's creatures?

I've been there, done that, didn't like it. Because this world brews a cup of bitter wine. Nice-smelling, but not all that fabulous. Pleasures of this world doesn't breathe for long. Alcohol drowns your sorrow, gives you 'high', what about the hangovers? Cigars label you 'cool' and a daredevil, what about the addiction you can't break thereafter?

It's getting heavy, but I'm sure you caught a glimpse of the big picture. So if life spells an end today, has your life count for something lasting, or nothing more than mere dust returning to dust?

May It Be A Sweet, Sweet Sound in Your Ears

Dear mine! If Joeline hadn't reminded me, it would never have occured to me that I have left this blog on hold for such a long time. Sorry readers, I kept you missing me (LOL!) :: D

School and Church has kept me busy, and breathing this holidays.

The BAOC preparations has kicked start (and has been awhile already) and I must say although it isn't all that easy, it sure is a whole new experience and great fun. But one thing I realised, it's no fun leading fellow schoolmates. Why? Because they always think I'm older than my age, and that's not nice! Okay, besides that everything is good, everyone is well. Meet Fantastic Four; Meet the Formidable!

Crystal and Wenjin, 2 of whom i work sooo closely with. It's this season in time I look forward to, for the strengthening of the friendship between us:: ) We've come soo far together, so I thank you for this one year of pure, sweet memories. You both know, you are greatly loved and cherished by me.

It has been a series of exciting events following in church.

The corporate captian's ball game was great! Sun-soaking, not! More of being totally soaked to the skin, drenched to the bones thanks to the persistant rain and, players. LOL! Nonetheless, we all had fun, I can speak for our people. Right Qi Ge Ba Ge?

Leaders' Retreat was just timely and divine I believe. Not just for me, but all the leaders in the House. Pastor Paul Chase was absolutely a great speaker, and God? Even greater. I liked pastor's humor, and more so, his messages. What really spoke to me was about how we as leaders should never lose our cutting edge. Else, when you swing your axe against the trunk, you get nothing more than same effort and no results.

So the 2 days retreat left the leaders refreshed, charged up, and an input of extra 3kg. Yes, the church sure fed us fat! In 8 hours, we were served 4 meals. That's eating a meal every 2 hours! But oh, it sure was nicee:: ) Carmen cannot say 'no' to foood!

Alright people, I'll leave you up to here. More updates on Youth Rally and Good Friday another time because it's time to be tucked into bed!

This Good Friday, Remember My Friend's Love.

How can I stand here with You,
and not be moved by You

Something Fishy last Saturday was cool! Haven't I told you about it? Something Fishy is our March Regional Activity at Bishan Park. So the wacky games comm' decided that we should gross our people out with some raw, smelly, really smelly fishes! Although the turn up wasn't all that fantastic, the minority present did have fun, I suppose:: )

So we begin the morning at 9am, where the comm' met up for a visit to the wet market to buy our 'essentials'. We packed some big fishes, live frogs and little guppies into our grocery bags and we were ready to start the day! The weather wasn't all that ideal, but we didn't let it dampen our mood since we were all ready to have some fun! We played Captain's Ball, then moved on to some really fishy games:: D

Photos are self explanatory, let it do the saying;


At the wet market, by the fish monger


Game #1 Fish Factor- In there is some live frogs and guppies, its sick!




Game #2 Dog &Bone Cat &Fish- You can smell the 'freshness' of the fish from afar.


Game #3 X to X (Shoulders to Cheeks)


The sisters got Neck to Neck


Boss Sng with our next surprise


Game #4 Fish Relay- We couldn't get the batons, what about fishes?


Kim Soh found her Fish Prince

At the end of the day, we do love fishes afterall.
Don't we?

Tadaah! Now those that weren't present do you feel that tinge of disappointment? Haha, just make sure you don't miss the next activity; Inter-Regional Tournaments!

Watch out other regions, we are showing no mercy! For the glory of Region D, rarr!