The pursuit of happiness...

bleedjusttoknowyourealive

No, I'm not suicidal.

I'm just...not feeling too well.

1 Corinthians 13 is what I'm going to hold steadfast to.

Verse 4 ~ Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up;

Verse 5 ~ does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil;

Verse 6 ~ does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth;

Verse 7 ~ bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things...


To live according to this principles, is one thing; to love according to this principles, is another thing.

Watched Good Luck Chuck again yesterday night in the middle of the night. Yesh, I lost some sleep due to me being unable to sleep again. There were 2 lines that caught my attention throughout the movie.

There is madness in love; but sometimes there is reason in madness ~ Joe Wexler

Thinking about the line really gave me food for thought. How many countless times in life have I encountered cases and situations where you see people who you never thought could live together, people who you thought where one party was too good for the other, and yet they end up together...totally happy.

And yet the other line was probably the line that really hit me hard and made me realized the truth that I've been blinded to see...

You gotta let her go man. Sometimes if you love someone, the best thing you can do is to let her go ~ Stuart Klaminsky

Perhaps there were too many instances holding back never really helped anyone. Watching the movie gave me insight into a lot of things, and I'm thankful I did just that. The more you pursue something, the more likely you are to lose it.

Two different destinations lies just ahead,

You took the furthest path leading away,

Our destinies seem to lead to different gates,

You disappeared into the distance, just for another day.

Fly away, breakaway...

I've finally gathered the courage to listen to the song that I totally love but that brought so much pain and tears everytime I heard it. Its all in the past now... = )



Happy Chinese 'Niu' Year as everyone has been wishing me. So I decided to spread my best wishes to all my readers who celebrate the new year.Lets hope this year will be even more prosperous and fruitful. = )

So, what updates do I have? As promised, here are some updates.

Went out with an old high school mate recently, and it was good meeting up over lunch and just to catch up. Thinking that perhaps it was the week before Chinese New Year, there wouldn't be much traffic at Midvalley. How wrong that would prove to be. We spent 30-45 minutes finding for parking, in the Gardens parking (which normally has quite ample parking space).


Decided to eat at Sushi King as someone was craving for sushi for lunch.


Almost done.


My "date" for the day.


Chinese New Year performance.

Had a good time catching up, before we went to catch Bedtime Stories (movie review at the end of this post). After the movie, we walked around in the job fair that was going on at the Midvalley Exhibition Centre before we headed back to Gardens as she wanted to do some shopping.


Cherry Blossoms at the Gardens.


More of 'em.


Random...

Next up, a last dinner before Eu Jin heads back to JB for Chinese New Year's. We had dinner at Island Cafe, SS2.


The guest of honour. = )


What he had: Chicken Chop Rice.


What yours truly had: French fries...and also fried calamari (picture unavailable).

Now...to get a bit more updated.

Had reunion dinner (like every other Chinese family celebrating Chinese New Year) at my dearest grandmother's joint on the eve of Chinese New Year. It was good catching up with all my uncles and aunts. Even Uncle Jonathan came back from Singapore this time round.


Family Reunion Dinner!


Post-dinner...but look at the number of dishes there were.

Went back to grandmother's place again this morning as it was the first day of Chinese New Year. After having lunch, went over to Uncle Michael's (mum's cousin) place in Subang and unfortunately, I only have two pictures from today...


Self-portrait at Granny's = )


I was having so much fun with the Nintendo Wii that I forgot to snap pictures with my cousins. I regret so badly now.

Anyway, thats about it for my first day of New Year's.


Meet Mr Siva, my taxation lecturer. Probably one of my favourite lecturers of all time.


Miss your lessons and the neverending jokes. = )

Finally, movie reviews that I've caught lately.


Ip Man (pronounced in Cantonese for your info, not literal English).

Caught this with the family as my parents wanted to see it (for their second time). I NEVER go to the cinemas and spend money to watch any movie other than English movies. But this movie was pretty good in the end. It exceeded my expectations (maybe cause its already so low xD) and was indeed worth the time taken to watch it.

Verdict: 8/10 Yes, its that good!


Bedtime Stories.

Caught this with Lynn Yee. Overrated I might say. Only a few witty lines, but Adam Sandler salvages some pride for this movie which would have otherwise been just another Disney movie.

Verdict: 6/10 Bring your kids. They'll love it.


District 13.

The whole movie was in French (with subtitles of course) but it was still good. Got this movie thanks to Brandon and the choreography of the action was pretty cool. Some of the moves were pretty interesting to watch, and the plot was done pretty well.

Verdict: 7.5/10 I'm a sucker for action movies. Sue me...xD


Babylon A.D.

Thought this movie was pretty good, but I've seen better. As I totally love action movies, the ratings given are kinda based on comparisons to past movies that I've watched. Wasn't much to shout about, but it was not bad.

Verdict: 7/10 Get the DVD.


Ong-Bak.

This is definitely an 18SG movie, but it was worth it (simply because I got it again, thank to Brandon) and it doesn't get any better than this. Ong-Bak 2 is coming out soon by the way. So if you're a fan of this, go catch it in the cinemas.

Verdict: 7.5/10 A bit violent though.


Transporter 3.

I did not catch the previous prequels to this movie, but I still understood the basic plot behind the whole movie. This was pretty okay as well, but if you've caught Transformers, Die Hard 4.0, and the Dark Knight, this movie pales in comparison in terms of ratings. Still a good movie though.

Verdict: 7.5/10 Once again, Jason Statham plays his bad boy role to perfection.

Thats all the updates from me. A long post yes? Well, thats to make up for all those days that I've been missing from the blogosphere. Enjoy, and Happy Chinese New Year once again. Best wishes to everyone out there.

PS: Will my efforts count for nothing?

I won't let you bury it...

Was going through some blogs and I stumbled upon a tag I got from Rachel Kong's blog (Some promotion for you here =D). So here's a tag for you to feast your eyes on.

PS: After this tag comes a very unpleasant part of this post. Please feel free to skip the second part of this post. Thank you. = )

1. Does it matter to you if your boyfriend or girlfriend smokes?
Yes, very much. Frankly, I cannot stand smokers. For me, its simple. If you wanna die early, smoke a stick. Mean, but its a fact. The only person I hang around with that smokes is my good buddy from college, but thats cause he's considerate enough to puff the smoke away.

2. How about drinking?
I have a thing against drinking. But if its just a lil bit of alcohol here and there, its fine. So as you can see, party girls are outta my list.

3. Do you like someone you can't have?
I'm sure we all do at one point of our life or rather.

4. If someone liked you right now, would you want them to tell you?
It depends on whether the person is serious enough to pursue something further. If its love at first sight, please don't bother. I rather have an outright confession than a silent stalker. Those are no fun.

5. What's your favorite sport?
Its football and futsal. Nothing can beat those. But I play a whole load of other sports too. So yeah, you can call me a bit of a sports person.

6. It's Saturday night, you're home alone... what do you do?
Party! Nawh, I'm kidding. I'd probably be out catching a football match on live telecast.

7. Do you like roller coasters?
Yeah, I think they're pretty cool. As long as you don't drop your heart elsewhere.

8. When's the perfect time to have a boyfriend/girlfriend?
Technically, "perfect" timing would be when you have a stable income with a settled career and you're ready to stay committed and settle down. However, I've had my fair shares of imperfect timings.

9. If you could date any celebrity, who would it be?
Wow! I don't really believe in celebrity crushes, but the topmost on my list would be Jessica Alba, and maybe Kristin Kreuk. = )

10. What are you doing this weekend?
No idea. Tomorrow I'll be in church in the afternoon. Sunday I'll be in church for most of the day, before probably heading off to Midvalley.

11. What is your favorite restaurant?
No particular, but I can tell you my favourite foods. I absolutely love Western cuisines, and also I also love Sushi. You have a rough idea now.

12. Have you ever hugged someone?
Yeah, and I'm not ashamed to admit it. I love hugs.

13. Ever kissed someone you weren't attracted to?
Not really.

14. Do you like anyone right now?
Maybe, possibly, could be, but what are the odds I might not? Go figure...

15. What is the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
Rachel's right. The first thing you notice is how good looking they are. Character knowledge only comes with knowing the person in depth.

16. Which do you prefer, Beach or Mountains?
I don't mind having either actually. The beach or the mountains will do.

17. What kind of phone do you have?
I have a Sony Ericsson K618i.

18. Computer or Laptop?
I prefer a really great laptop (hopefully to obtain it in February). But I find the desktop more suitable as my legs are long, and so are my fingers.

19. Jeans or Sweats?
I'm a guy. So I'm a jeans kinda person.

20. Which year(s) has/have been the best so far?
Hmm...I think 2008 has been pretty good. I hope that at the end of this year, I can say with confidence that the year 2009 is the best thus far. But every year's great as long as you've got God in it.

21. How old are you gonna be on your next birthday?
The big 21. Gosh, how time flies.

22. What should you be doing right now?
My assignment, my research, and I should be eating on a whole lot of food that I've been abstaining since I've caught this horrid bug of flu before Christmas.

23. What are your favorite TV shows?
I've kinda lost touch with the TV. The only show I ever bother watching is Puah Chu Kang and Deal or No Deal. But Astro will be coming soon. Sooo....

24. What's been your last purchase?
Drinks after futsal.

25. Are you attracted to girls/boys that smoke?
Refer to question 1.

26. Have you ever fallen on your butt in front of a crowd of people?
Yeah, I have. If you've been for ice-skating, you'll know what I mean.

27. What do you do when you're at home?
House chores (riggggghttttt). I'm normally online though.

28. What is your favorite subject?
English, or during high school days, PE. Now, I wouldn't say anything is a favourite. They're all equally hard and technically tough to grasp.

29. What's the best thing that happened ON you?
ON me? I don't know. I find it weird to answer such a question. >.<" 30. What's the best thing that happened TO you?
Living everyday of my life with Jesus. What else can be better than knowing you have eternal life, and you're headed for heaven? Nothing beats eternity with Him.

Tag 10 people.
I'm lazy to tag. So, please feel free to do it.

Now for my second part of the post.

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Lets make this short and sweet alright? I kinda feel disgusted. Lets just say its tough having to bear with it. I just wonder if I'll ever learn to accept the fact. Until now, its kinda sickening in the way you carry yourself. I wish you the best, but when will I ever accept the fact remains to be seen.

Till then, good luck. You'll need it, and hope to God that one day you'll get my approval.

If not, you'll continue to see the back of me and never the front. No offence, but I just feel disgusted...

Discard me not...

Smile and the world smiles back at you.

You know how I used to think that such sayings were true and to a certain extent it was. Most of the time, smiling at someone (known or stranger for that matter) normally generates a smile in return as a reply.

BUT...

It does not really seem to work and sometimes I wonder if smiling is more of a chore than a reaction to some people. It seems the problems have been multiplied, headaches have been amplified, and stress levels have been intensified. I've found it a bit hard finding my feet since year 2009 started as well. However, I've been blessed with joy and I smile even when I don't feel like it (and no, its not pessimism or sarcasm).

There are times where the outward smile betrays the inward agony that circles around. I still thank God that though times are bad, and I'm not short of my own problems, I still smile. Knowing the fact that He holds tomorrow in His hands makes it all the more easier to smile regardless of the circumstances.

Things around me have been happening so fast sometimes that I fail to play catch. Yet I have to keep reminding myself to take things at my own pace and to place my trust in the Author and the Finisher of my faith. As for the future, year 2009 looks bright...

Cheers.

When the ripples of our actions will bear consequences...

I'm back, for a short update. Okay, technically I've been here all the while. Its just that laziness has gotten to me. Anyway, before we move on, just gonna share a song which I totally love and been addicted to. Read the lyrics as you play the song. = )

So today's post will cover an outing to Timesquare during break before exam week, and the Youth Enrichment School (YES) takeover of the youth recently.

First up, the Timesquare post. It was my first time there by the way, and I kinda acted like a jakun since I hardly go to KL though I'm a KL boy. The irony...


The stairs form a unique pattern, no?


Chinese New Year decorations...


Silhouettes of the infamous duo. The reason I look forward to college every single day.


Lunch at Teppanyaki's.


Dan's snow ice, which didn't live up to expectations.


Danial and Adam. Thanks for coming all the way though it was exam week. = )


Their indoor theme park which didn't look too happening.





In all honesty, we went there to meet up with Evelyn to change my shoes which were too small. Took her for Starbucks after as the 2 went off shopping.


Empty corridors..

Moving on...

The group from YES came to take over the youth service recently. It was a miniature event, but a really good one nonetheless. I met new people, and got acquainted with some really nice people.


Getting hyped up.


Worship...


Part of the worship team.


Joel, the multitalented worship leader and his backup singers.




Charlene and Eunice on the keyboard & piano respectively.


Eunice introducing "Mimi" to Phoebe and the audience.


Next came their mini skit.






Influence was the theme of the skit.


Reading from John 3:16.

After all that, it was time for testimony by the YES participants.


Thuso giving his testimony.


Grace.


Sabrina.


Stephanie, who was also the games coordinator.


And finally, Jonathan who gave a touching testimony.

The day pretty much ended pretty good as new friendships were established, our faith was strengthened, and everyone had a blast. Thank you for coming.

I guess thats about it.

Upcoming post includes...
~ Outing with Lynn Yee
~ Movie reviews

Till then, thanks for reading. My next update will not take as long as this update, I assure you. Good night.

Twas it was me alone on the dusty path ahead...

...and the storm came by as he held strong to a branch threatening to be uprooted mercilessly.

Warning: Pictures galore ahead! Read at your own risk!

After much further questioning (thank you to those who still read this) on why I wasn't updating my blog, I decided to fulfill my word to those who I've given it to. So hence, this blog shall be more on Christmas in general as well as New Year's.

Christmas this year went by like a breeze and didn't seem like slowing down either. Besides caroling (which sadly I do not have any pictures of) as well as the Christmas Musical and the Christmas Youth Musical, there wasn't much that happened. Christmas service was pretty much okay.

Picture time...


Christmas Musical started with Jerusha's solo.


Billy giving his solo with back-up by the men.


Take 2.


Jon and his special performance with guitar maestro, William.


William with his special number.


Next came the kids.


Take 2.


The ladies...


The whole team and their finale.


Take 2.


The Creative Arts Coordinator ending it with a few songs.

The following day, the youth had our Christmas Musical and we were done for Christmas. Next year will be better and planning will definitely be done in a more organized way. Christmas was good nonetheless as we all realized (and were reminded) that Christmas is not about anything else...but its about remembering the birth of our dear Lord Jesus over 2000 years ago to redeem men from their sins. = )

New Year's was different as this time round, there was no watchnight service and I decided to meet up with some people at the Curve.


Dinner at Paddington's.


Random deco at Paddington's.


Hitomi; thanks for organizing. Check out her blog for better pictures of new year's.


Prue came along.


Their dinner; our appetizer.


High school classmate Charng Rhui, and Matt.


My pancakes with bacon, hash brown, and ham with brown sauce.


Charng Rui's dinner. Forgot what it was...=X


Taken by Hitomi.


Probably the best picture we had taken among the many others.

The girls went off after we had Baskin Robbins for dessert. The crowd started building up as the clocked continued to tick ever faithfully to that faithful hour of 2009.


Had 2 games of pool while walking around.


Met up with Kevin who I have not seen since form 5.


View from the top of Cineleisure.


Notice the tent on the left? DJs were spinning at Laundry and the entrance fees itself was 50 bucks. =X

Charng Rui then had to go off on a very very important errand and there I was, all alone for new year's.


The concert that was held. Sadly, I missed most of it.

I met a few acquaintances, but all of which had their own group of friends and family and loved ones to celebrate it. It was then that I realized and experienced true loneliness even amongst the huge crowd that was filling the place.








































Happy 2009!

Technically, the place where I was snapping my camera kinda sucked as it was just in front of the building. Thus, the angle was not suitable...too darn close. Anyway, as the people cheered around, I looked around and saw everyone with their loved ones and right there and then I wished there was someone who I could share the new year with, someone who I could wish a new year, someone who I could hug and release and let go of the year 2008.

But yet at that moment, I shared it with a very special person and the most important person (contradicting I know) that nobody else can ever take His place. I stood there and wished my Heavenly Father a Happy New Year as I smiled and realized that He was always there with me throughout the whole year of 2008 and will always be for the rest of my life.

I eventually got stuck in the car park for one and a half hours and was entertained (and a lil disgusted) by Malaysian drivers giving their cars a good hoot, some even to a certain rhythm in the car park at nearly 2am. It felt empty sitting in my car alone, but God sent a dear angel who kept me company (you know who you are) through SMS.

I eventually got home and slept at nearly 3am. I've learned there's nothing like celebrating new year's at a watchnight service. Till then, welcome 2009!