Well ideally, I shouldn’t be writing here now but I should be attending Leo. This is how it all started. I had stormed off in frustration after school and just sped home on my feet. It was a walk of thoughts. As I was enjoying the HOT weather, my mind ran with thoughts. No, not horny thoughts nor vicious thoughts either. I was reflecting on what we, as human kind should do and how we behave sometimes to different circumstances.
I had agreed to do my Oral with Eu Jinn, yes ORAL. Well, on the other hand, Jo Lin had meant to do the Oral too with either one of us. But Mr. Mail only allowed 2 to a group. Thus, leaving Jo Lin helplessly alone without a partner. She even turned to Sarak for help! Anyway, that’s not the point. We ended up in our routine arguments over petty issues. She was feeling unfair that she’d get a partner and more or less blamed me for it. But what I brought her to attention to is that if either one of us were left out, would that also give us the liberty to call it unfair? Wouldn’t it be unfair too to the one that was left out. I mean, c’mon its something we have to accept, you don’t have a partner, then move on find another. I face that too sometimes. So and because of that she ended up being all Emo and I tried to get the frustration off my mid by doing some English. So now, after school, I just got so frustrated by the way we were behaving and rushed off and missing LEO. I just wanted some time alone to think over the situation and my actions.
Well, if you can’t read between the lines, all I was saying is that Jo Lin was at fault and it didn’t have to be brought to such a matter and well, somehow I demanded for an apology in my cold treatment. However, for all I know, I need not wait for her to say sorry, but as ME, John Lim, as a cell leader, as a best-friend, as a classmate, as a human, I could have all the opportunity in the world to say sorry. But I choose not too. It’s wrong, definitely. But today I have shown a vulnerable side of me. A weak part of me. My pride. As I walked on the streets of SS2, thoughts of self reflection and forgiveness just clouded my thoughts. I’m a kind of person that doesn’t say sorry. Really, I’m all egoistic, proud, unforgiving in nature, and I keep hurts deep in the corners of my heart. I still do not understand the read meaning of forgiveness. I really don’t understand how someone as Jesus would forgive the ones that have hurt and betrayed him. His example goes leaps and bounds. Truly, I’m humbled by his experiences and yes, it will be my challenge this day to CHOOSE to forgive those who have hurt me in different ways. I don’t want to lose a friend just because of some petty Oral business because our friendship goes a far way.
Incidentally, it is her Birthday tomorrow. And I guess it will be the best present I can give her. Forgiveness. Jo Lin has always been complaining why I’ve not written a post about her, well, Jo, here it is. This is for You. I’ve come to know of this bubbly girl when I transferred from A.C.S. Klang to SRK Taman SEA when I was in Standard 5. Jo Lin was probably one of my best friends there already apart from Sanjay. We were always racing of whom would pass up math homework faster. Really, thinking of it now, it was silly. We would race to the teachers table to hand in our books. You can imagine, John VS Jo Lin in racing! You should know the winner ;). But point is, things kept working out for us and our friendship remains till this year. Though we have constant arguments EVERYDAY, yes EVERYDAY but yet our friendship remains. Before I move on, thanx Eu Jinn for coping with us :P. I can say that we’ve sticked together through thick and thin and yes, You will remain as my best-friend till the time comes. But through it all, I know Jo Lin is such a beautiful friend and has been with me and heard me out with all my complains, weird and critical comments, and gay remarks.
Jo Lin, if You are reading this, I’m sorry for showing my tantrum and leaving LEO. I’m sorry if I have chosen Eu Jinn over you for ~ORAL~. I’m sorry I lost your Add Math Book which I still think I didn’t. I’m sorry for the shouting I’ve done. I’m sorry that I can’t make it this Saturday. I’m sorry if I’ve ever made you sad. I’m sorry if I’ve ever call you fat and I’m sorry if I stole your heart with this post. Happy be-early Birthday!
Forgive thee,
-jOhN “repenting” LiM-
ps: Thank you for the some of you that have sensed my frustration and have tried to comfort me. Really appreciate you care and concern. Cheers to you too. You might just have a post of your own too. ;)
Thursday, March 09, 2006
Friday, February 24, 2006
Of Friendship, Tasks, and Thoughts...
Of Friendship that knows no bounds in distance. Well probably, it is Hardship that may bring True Friendship together. I just had a feeling of writing about the Ships we sail along by in our life. Probably some of our “Friend-Ships” are wavering at sea, and probably some have sunken. But nevertheless, people that pass through our life have thought each of us a precious lesson.
Friend-Ship is definitely a “ship” that isn’t easy to build. It takes time, effort, and probably some money too. But for all I know almost 80% of people I know have not found the Right Friend-Ship. Its hard, nod your head with me and say “Its hard”. I guess finding is not the problem. There are millions of people that cross our path each day. Can you imagine, Jien even passes my house every week (according to some calculation.. you know, all those “keberangkalian” crap). But that’s not the point. Point is, the problem with it all is compatibility.
But well, I guess I'm thankful and REALLY thankful for all those around me. Love ya'll. Don't wanna mention names, afraid I miss out any of you.
Here's also a lil I've picked up from somewhere, very true and interesting
Focus on tasks and not on activities…
In managing our time, many of are conscious of what we are doing butnot why we are doing what we are doing. We need to focus on the endresult of our activities and not on merely on our activities. We needto distinguish between a 'task' and andactivity'. A task is the endresult of an activity or a set of activities.
For example, 'reading a book' is an activity and the task isacquisition of knowledge. 'Jogging' is an activity and reducing weightis the task. If there is no link between an activity and a task in ourconscious awareness, then we may not do that activity for long. Theybecome meaningless rituals in our mind. If an activity or a set ofactivities does not produce the expected results, then it becomes awaste of time.
The ability to link and activity and task is an important ingredientfor success. We need to start with an end in our mind and just not bemerely doing an activity. Our inner dialogue should be in line withthis simple principle. For example, we should say 'I am going to jog'.Instead of this we should say 'I will be one kg less in 30 days by jogging 15 minutes per day'. We should not say 'I am meditating' but say, 'I am improving my mental health by meditating'.
Whenever we are able to link an activity and a task, we will be able to measure the result of our outcome. By simply asking the question'why am I doing this activity? we will be able to release our time alot of unnecessary activities which 'fills up' our time. We will beable to distinguish between 'value adding' and 'non value addingactivities'. An activity is value adding only when it takes us nearerto our goals and objectives. All other activities are non-value addingand are just 'filler' material for our time.Time is such a precious resource, which should not be dissipated onmeaningless activities. Today you print a question: why am I doingthis? and place it in front of your worktable. This will help you tomake off-course corrections in your daily activities.Just answer this question: why are you reading this page!
-End of Post 1-
Interesting read up there. It really meant loads to me probably because I have so many activities at hand till I actually forget my reason or cause of doing all of this. For Exp: I should I say "I want to allow my friends to know me better by me blogging" rather than "I SHOULD write a post every week". Get me? :P
Alrighty now for something more on the light note. Charity Concert is coming up very soon. Somehow I really do not understand why everyone is going for it? When did everyone become LEO enthusiast? I admit, I lost my FIRE for 'it' hahaha. But heck it, its RM15. Yes, it is NOT cheap to me. Have anyone told you I am very calculative when it comes to money. Maybe thats why I want to do something in the Finance/Stock sector. Well, I'm secretly wishing The LEO thing will suck. GOSH?! When did John ever become so hypo-critical? Not good~. Fish la. LOLz. I'm just so sick and tired of ACTIVITIES after ACTIVITIES. Is Life just all about all this?
Now to add a little from above. I actually meant it for Victor's departure but who would ever guess my sis would also leave on the same week. My sis left on Thursday and I'll miss her dead. She has ben such a great support and friend EVERY night! As long as she's back our conversations never end. She has always been by my side whenever I wanted to complain, shout, get angry with, laugh, sing, cry and sleep. Yes, I sleep with my sis on the same bed when she's around ;). Nopez, TO THE PURE ALL THINGS ARE PURE. *Hugs Sis*. Back to Perth she left, and now the room is all clean and quiet again. LOLz. You're gonna be strong ya Ci! (Ci is Che in Hokkien).
Ahh... what a relieve to finally update this lovely blog. Continue reading ya peeps. OH BEFORE I LEAVE, I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE AMERICAN IDOL!!!! I'm routing for Mandisa, Paris, Lisa and Katherine. David is sleek and I really think Ace is gay. Other than that, Ryan is as good as ever, Simon speaks my mind and I love SINGING! Weeeeeee!! This is to SINGING in the Future. Might be singing at Hitz.FM birthday bash with Liang. We'll see how it goes ;) Muax everyone!!
Sigh of relieve,
-jOhN "raWks" LiM- (sound so wrong?)
Friend-Ship is definitely a “ship” that isn’t easy to build. It takes time, effort, and probably some money too. But for all I know almost 80% of people I know have not found the Right Friend-Ship. Its hard, nod your head with me and say “Its hard”. I guess finding is not the problem. There are millions of people that cross our path each day. Can you imagine, Jien even passes my house every week (according to some calculation.. you know, all those “keberangkalian” crap). But that’s not the point. Point is, the problem with it all is compatibility.
But well, I guess I'm thankful and REALLY thankful for all those around me. Love ya'll. Don't wanna mention names, afraid I miss out any of you.
Here's also a lil I've picked up from somewhere, very true and interesting
Focus on tasks and not on activities…
In managing our time, many of are conscious of what we are doing butnot why we are doing what we are doing. We need to focus on the endresult of our activities and not on merely on our activities. We needto distinguish between a 'task' and andactivity'. A task is the endresult of an activity or a set of activities.
For example, 'reading a book' is an activity and the task isacquisition of knowledge. 'Jogging' is an activity and reducing weightis the task. If there is no link between an activity and a task in ourconscious awareness, then we may not do that activity for long. Theybecome meaningless rituals in our mind. If an activity or a set ofactivities does not produce the expected results, then it becomes awaste of time.
The ability to link and activity and task is an important ingredientfor success. We need to start with an end in our mind and just not bemerely doing an activity. Our inner dialogue should be in line withthis simple principle. For example, we should say 'I am going to jog'.Instead of this we should say 'I will be one kg less in 30 days by jogging 15 minutes per day'. We should not say 'I am meditating' but say, 'I am improving my mental health by meditating'.
Whenever we are able to link an activity and a task, we will be able to measure the result of our outcome. By simply asking the question'why am I doing this activity? we will be able to release our time alot of unnecessary activities which 'fills up' our time. We will beable to distinguish between 'value adding' and 'non value addingactivities'. An activity is value adding only when it takes us nearerto our goals and objectives. All other activities are non-value addingand are just 'filler' material for our time.Time is such a precious resource, which should not be dissipated onmeaningless activities. Today you print a question: why am I doingthis? and place it in front of your worktable. This will help you tomake off-course corrections in your daily activities.Just answer this question: why are you reading this page!
-End of Post 1-
Interesting read up there. It really meant loads to me probably because I have so many activities at hand till I actually forget my reason or cause of doing all of this. For Exp: I should I say "I want to allow my friends to know me better by me blogging" rather than "I SHOULD write a post every week". Get me? :P
Alrighty now for something more on the light note. Charity Concert is coming up very soon. Somehow I really do not understand why everyone is going for it? When did everyone become LEO enthusiast? I admit, I lost my FIRE for 'it' hahaha. But heck it, its RM15. Yes, it is NOT cheap to me. Have anyone told you I am very calculative when it comes to money. Maybe thats why I want to do something in the Finance/Stock sector. Well, I'm secretly wishing The LEO thing will suck. GOSH?! When did John ever become so hypo-critical? Not good~. Fish la. LOLz. I'm just so sick and tired of ACTIVITIES after ACTIVITIES. Is Life just all about all this?
Now to add a little from above. I actually meant it for Victor's departure but who would ever guess my sis would also leave on the same week. My sis left on Thursday and I'll miss her dead. She has ben such a great support and friend EVERY night! As long as she's back our conversations never end. She has always been by my side whenever I wanted to complain, shout, get angry with, laugh, sing, cry and sleep. Yes, I sleep with my sis on the same bed when she's around ;). Nopez, TO THE PURE ALL THINGS ARE PURE. *Hugs Sis*. Back to Perth she left, and now the room is all clean and quiet again. LOLz. You're gonna be strong ya Ci! (Ci is Che in Hokkien).
Ahh... what a relieve to finally update this lovely blog. Continue reading ya peeps. OH BEFORE I LEAVE, I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE AMERICAN IDOL!!!! I'm routing for Mandisa, Paris, Lisa and Katherine. David is sleek and I really think Ace is gay. Other than that, Ryan is as good as ever, Simon speaks my mind and I love SINGING! Weeeeeee!! This is to SINGING in the Future. Might be singing at Hitz.FM birthday bash with Liang. We'll see how it goes ;) Muax everyone!!
Sigh of relieve,
-jOhN "raWks" LiM- (sound so wrong?)
Monday, February 13, 2006
For the Love of Money
Alrighty, I have much to update here. First of all, my Chinese new year isn’t as boring as it is said below. Last weekend I joined a group of crazy whacky noisy people for a small CNY celebration at Xue Rou’s place. We were all fascinated with the small compartment above at her backyard. It was a small hole in which they allowed their maid to stay in while she was working. Unfortunately, me and Ee Jin didn’t have the opportunity to play hide and seek there. The next highlight last week was also the steamboat at Jinny’s place. It was very much like a “friend-family reunion”. Probably we could reunite again next year? :P. Other than that, the rest of the week was a drag.
I was preparing for the last cell at SS2B on Friday night and I was also worship leading the coming Sunday which is today. First of all, preparing for Friday wasn’t too bad, but wasn’t that easy either. I had sacrificed my WHOLE Friday afternoon for them just to draw them cute faces and write them personal notes. Trust me, drawing and Writing for 25 special people can take up to 3 to 4 hours. But all in all, it was a mediocre night. There weren’t any tears but there were whining. Unfortunately we didn’t take much pictures. But the food was excellent. We had so many things to eat. I really pray that both cells will grow and multiply the following year. Its truly amazing to see growth in all the cell members both spiritually and physically for the past year and a half with them. Though we exceeded our time at the place, I guess it did it well. So, goodbye SS2B, hello SS2C Park. Cool name right? Michelle’s place is Right opposite my school, in front of SS1, SS3, SS2 and Sect 21. We’re like in the core of it all. Curious bout what I’m talking about? Then join us every Friday night at 7, Jalan 21/37 for a small gathering of whacky people just to have fun, make noise and learn about the one we love.
Yesterday, I was over at Jinny’s place in the afternoon just to “play” a few games. Ok, I gambled. Lolz. Though I lost RM9 there, little did I know what was in stored for me later on in the night. Xue Rou too had a gathering again at her place in the night. I seriously was not planning to go considering the fact I was up at 6.30am for tennis till 9 and was out the whole day after that to worship practice at church. I was really tired and needed rest for the next day at church. But after some convincing by Jinny online, I finally agreed to go. Boy, I didn’t regret this decision. Thank You Jinny Baby! Arrived at bout 9.30pm at Xue Rou’s place with Benjoz. We got warmed up and started our game upstairs. Ee Jin, Jo Lin, Jinny, Benjoz, Xue Rou, Miew San, Chupsy and Wei Wen were there plus me were 9 of us. I had lost bout RM10 the first 45 minutes. I was whining the whole way through with Miew San. Jinny had won RM27 at Jackpot and we were all really pissed. We couldn’t take it anymore and turned to In Between for help. Everyone was only winning a little till one round. The Pot was building and building and building till some RM50+ in the Pot. Little did I know that my whining was not in vain. It was my turn and I had 2 and Queen. If you know In Between, it was really good. I can’t explain how excited we all were but it was crazy. We got the Kodak moment on camera. Jinny probably might upload it on his blog, go check it out. After some moment of screams and shouts, I decided to raise the stakes to RM35. And guess what! I won the RM35! Weeee.. A little while after that I had to leave and left with my earnings. I shall not disclose how much I had won that night but it was an awesome feeling. But, that shall be the last time I gamble this year. So, goodbye to gambling till next year!
Well, I guess that’s all I can update for now. I have so much to say but time forbid. So goodnight ya’ll and have a great week ahead!
zZzZZzzZ
-jOhN LiM-
I was preparing for the last cell at SS2B on Friday night and I was also worship leading the coming Sunday which is today. First of all, preparing for Friday wasn’t too bad, but wasn’t that easy either. I had sacrificed my WHOLE Friday afternoon for them just to draw them cute faces and write them personal notes. Trust me, drawing and Writing for 25 special people can take up to 3 to 4 hours. But all in all, it was a mediocre night. There weren’t any tears but there were whining. Unfortunately we didn’t take much pictures. But the food was excellent. We had so many things to eat. I really pray that both cells will grow and multiply the following year. Its truly amazing to see growth in all the cell members both spiritually and physically for the past year and a half with them. Though we exceeded our time at the place, I guess it did it well. So, goodbye SS2B, hello SS2C Park. Cool name right? Michelle’s place is Right opposite my school, in front of SS1, SS3, SS2 and Sect 21. We’re like in the core of it all. Curious bout what I’m talking about? Then join us every Friday night at 7, Jalan 21/37 for a small gathering of whacky people just to have fun, make noise and learn about the one we love.
Yesterday, I was over at Jinny’s place in the afternoon just to “play” a few games. Ok, I gambled. Lolz. Though I lost RM9 there, little did I know what was in stored for me later on in the night. Xue Rou too had a gathering again at her place in the night. I seriously was not planning to go considering the fact I was up at 6.30am for tennis till 9 and was out the whole day after that to worship practice at church. I was really tired and needed rest for the next day at church. But after some convincing by Jinny online, I finally agreed to go. Boy, I didn’t regret this decision. Thank You Jinny Baby! Arrived at bout 9.30pm at Xue Rou’s place with Benjoz. We got warmed up and started our game upstairs. Ee Jin, Jo Lin, Jinny, Benjoz, Xue Rou, Miew San, Chupsy and Wei Wen were there plus me were 9 of us. I had lost bout RM10 the first 45 minutes. I was whining the whole way through with Miew San. Jinny had won RM27 at Jackpot and we were all really pissed. We couldn’t take it anymore and turned to In Between for help. Everyone was only winning a little till one round. The Pot was building and building and building till some RM50+ in the Pot. Little did I know that my whining was not in vain. It was my turn and I had 2 and Queen. If you know In Between, it was really good. I can’t explain how excited we all were but it was crazy. We got the Kodak moment on camera. Jinny probably might upload it on his blog, go check it out. After some moment of screams and shouts, I decided to raise the stakes to RM35. And guess what! I won the RM35! Weeee.. A little while after that I had to leave and left with my earnings. I shall not disclose how much I had won that night but it was an awesome feeling. But, that shall be the last time I gamble this year. So, goodbye to gambling till next year!
Well, I guess that’s all I can update for now. I have so much to say but time forbid. So goodnight ya’ll and have a great week ahead!
zZzZZzzZ
-jOhN LiM-
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Monday, January 30, 2006
Happy Birthday and CNY to me! :P
Alas a post. Forgive Yours truly once again for my lack of attention to this site. Sigh. Time has been a restrain. Anyway, the past week has again been quite packed and hectic. Well, maybe I should write about something that just had happen that is……. My Birthday! Weeee… This year’s 17th Birthday wasn’t much of a bang or boom. It was just a simple, sweet, beautiful day (Btw, did you know, OPRAH WINFREY was born on the SAME day! 29th of Jan!). Went to church in the morning, went over to Aunt/Uncle’s place at Shah Alam for lunch. Note, it was also the First Day of Chinese New Year. We already had my birthday cake after falling for temptaion the night before at our reunion dinner. It was a savouring caramel cake from King’s Confectionary. It was A++. Just simply irresistable. In the evening, my family finally agreed on having dinner at Italianese. I seem to be the only Italian Food fanatic in my family. My bro hates Spagetti, Mom doesn’t like the thickness of the cheese, Sister only likes Rice and Chinese Dishes, and I dunno if my dad doesn’t like it or not. But dinner was superb too. Had Cabonara, Spagetti Meat Balls and Stuffed Mushrooms which were just splendid for a Birthday Night. 1U was like a ghost town. No shit. It was as dead and quiet as if the God of Chaos was about to arrive. All in all, it was a rather quiet birthday, but hey, I really liked it. Just sweet. Oh, and a special shout out to all those who’d wished me. Received heaps of sweet smses. Thanx ya’ll!
Chinese New Year. The one conclusion I’ve came out with is that Chinese New Year means Television Time with Family. What else can you do during chinese new year other than food food food and more food? But cool family movies rock. It’s the time of the year when we all sit down together and watch as Hong Kong stars stret their way up the stage to receive their heavy metal toys that only make their way to shelves. Last night, we watched Mr. Hong Kong. Gosh~ Hong Kong seem to be coming up with all these cheesy crappy shows. Buffed Boys shashaying along their way, working it out. The highlight of the night was when we found out there was a swimsuit round too! My Gawd, they had water to wet them too. Ughh.. with the wet look and see-through shirts and “United Colours of Beneton” Speedos, God forbid this competition to happen again! Wonder who coordinated their clothing rack. It was bad. Colour combination was out. The winner had a purple coat with lime green pants. He looked like Joker from Batman. But one thing I learnt from this competition is that women still prefer guys that are intouch with sensitivity. I guess the winner had it all when he serenaded the women with his scales on the piano. But I guess all in all the togetherness of the show was the thing that made it special. It surely wouldn’t be fun if I’d watched it alone, or would it? :P.
Looking forward to the next few days of this holiday. It’s a good get away from school. And as I write this, I can’t believe it is the last day of the month of January. Its over! Its Fishing Over! 10 more months to go to SPM! Ahhhhh……..
Gong Xi Gong Xi
-jOhN “8” LiM-
Chinese New Year. The one conclusion I’ve came out with is that Chinese New Year means Television Time with Family. What else can you do during chinese new year other than food food food and more food? But cool family movies rock. It’s the time of the year when we all sit down together and watch as Hong Kong stars stret their way up the stage to receive their heavy metal toys that only make their way to shelves. Last night, we watched Mr. Hong Kong. Gosh~ Hong Kong seem to be coming up with all these cheesy crappy shows. Buffed Boys shashaying along their way, working it out. The highlight of the night was when we found out there was a swimsuit round too! My Gawd, they had water to wet them too. Ughh.. with the wet look and see-through shirts and “United Colours of Beneton” Speedos, God forbid this competition to happen again! Wonder who coordinated their clothing rack. It was bad. Colour combination was out. The winner had a purple coat with lime green pants. He looked like Joker from Batman. But one thing I learnt from this competition is that women still prefer guys that are intouch with sensitivity. I guess the winner had it all when he serenaded the women with his scales on the piano. But I guess all in all the togetherness of the show was the thing that made it special. It surely wouldn’t be fun if I’d watched it alone, or would it? :P.
Looking forward to the next few days of this holiday. It’s a good get away from school. And as I write this, I can’t believe it is the last day of the month of January. Its over! Its Fishing Over! 10 more months to go to SPM! Ahhhhh……..
Gong Xi Gong Xi
-jOhN “8” LiM-
Sunday, January 22, 2006
Staying focus, Pulling through, Pressing On!
Everyday has been such a gust of wind. It has been a wild week and it will be wild for the whole year long. It is crazy to imagine that I actually have tuition or something extra everyday. I have tuitions everyday of the week except the weekends where I have tennis lessons and worship practices and church activities. That’s sad ain’t it? But life goes on. I’m starting to feel how working people feel. They struggle to wake up early and leave for the office and get home late, have a few bites of chicken rice and read a lil and get to bed and the cycle goes on. Holidays mean more to me now. We LIVE for those days :P.
But anyway, yesterday was a crazy day once more. Got up at 630am and went for tennis from 7am to 9am. Immediately got a change and went to school to help paint the damn carpark which I dunno why must we paint it the same damn colour?! :P. After some painting and weeding, went home to get a bath and immediately left for Central Park at BU for my cell’s outing. It was a crazy time of laughing and eating. Enjoyed it loads. I want pics people!! Walked over to BU afterwards to meet up wif Jinny, Ben, Emelia and Jo for a movie. Watched Pride & Prejudice. Love their accent and english. It’s just so special how they express themselves. Simply extraordinary. However I had to leave half way through the movie to go to church. Didn’t want to attend Sunday Service because I didn’t want to wake up early the next morning as I have through out the whole week. So rushed to the Saturday Service and afterwards went for dinner with family at Green View in Sect 19. Boy, after a long while I had never had such a great meal. The highlights were Yee Sang and Crab! Lovely, Tasty, and how Jo Lin explains it, “Orgasmic”. By this time I had not got home since my cell outing at 11am. After dinner I got home for a bath and went out AGAIN to meet up with the cell guys for mamak. We chatted till bout some 12am before I got home. Fuh~ It was a long PRODUCTIVE day. Love it. :P Unfortunately through the process I had rejected an offer to MC for the Leo Charity Concert coming this February. But well, I just can’t commit anymore.
Its crazy how involved I am in school. But whats the point of it? Hmmm.. Not that I want to brag or anything here, but here are my RESPONSIBILITIES in school;
Prefects – Student Affairs Department Director
Leo – Vice President
PBSM – Membership Director
Yellow House – Form 5 Representative
Christian Fellowship – Form 5 Representative
Tennis Club – President?
Its crazy. I remind you, these are only the responsibilities I hold in school. I am as active in church as I am in school. I am a cell leader of SS2B as well as a worship leader in our Youth Church. Quite a number now have wondered how I juggle my studies and my co-curricular activities and I just don’t know how to answer them. It has to be the wisdom of God. Seriously. Its madness. Without God, by now, I’m some blown up chicken. His strength is always suffiencient for us, Amen? :P. Mom is beginning to complain now. It’s true what she says, that SPM only come by once. I really want to do well for it ;) and so do you of course. Well, all I can do is trust in God now. So many things on my mind, responsibilities, Friends, Family, Church, School, Tennis, Love? Hahahaha… Ok, maybe Love ain’t in it. Fuh, Frienship is another thing. I’m starting to realise I am unable to say No to friends sometimes. I always like to spend time with my friends and all, but sometimes I’m so incapable of doing so. Don’t want to disspoint anyone. I hate dissapointing anyone, Especially myself. I have an undenialbly High expectation of almost everything. If you’re my leader, You really gotta be good. So mean of me right? But somehow, I just can’t help it.
Hmmm.. Don’t really like this post. But what that heck, just want to jot down something after awhile. Will anyone be there for me when I fall, when I cry, when all is not going well? I’m so not falling into mood swings this week. No no…..
Pressing On,
-jOhN “pulling through” LiM-
But anyway, yesterday was a crazy day once more. Got up at 630am and went for tennis from 7am to 9am. Immediately got a change and went to school to help paint the damn carpark which I dunno why must we paint it the same damn colour?! :P. After some painting and weeding, went home to get a bath and immediately left for Central Park at BU for my cell’s outing. It was a crazy time of laughing and eating. Enjoyed it loads. I want pics people!! Walked over to BU afterwards to meet up wif Jinny, Ben, Emelia and Jo for a movie. Watched Pride & Prejudice. Love their accent and english. It’s just so special how they express themselves. Simply extraordinary. However I had to leave half way through the movie to go to church. Didn’t want to attend Sunday Service because I didn’t want to wake up early the next morning as I have through out the whole week. So rushed to the Saturday Service and afterwards went for dinner with family at Green View in Sect 19. Boy, after a long while I had never had such a great meal. The highlights were Yee Sang and Crab! Lovely, Tasty, and how Jo Lin explains it, “Orgasmic”. By this time I had not got home since my cell outing at 11am. After dinner I got home for a bath and went out AGAIN to meet up with the cell guys for mamak. We chatted till bout some 12am before I got home. Fuh~ It was a long PRODUCTIVE day. Love it. :P Unfortunately through the process I had rejected an offer to MC for the Leo Charity Concert coming this February. But well, I just can’t commit anymore.
Its crazy how involved I am in school. But whats the point of it? Hmmm.. Not that I want to brag or anything here, but here are my RESPONSIBILITIES in school;
Prefects – Student Affairs Department Director
Leo – Vice President
PBSM – Membership Director
Yellow House – Form 5 Representative
Christian Fellowship – Form 5 Representative
Tennis Club – President?
Its crazy. I remind you, these are only the responsibilities I hold in school. I am as active in church as I am in school. I am a cell leader of SS2B as well as a worship leader in our Youth Church. Quite a number now have wondered how I juggle my studies and my co-curricular activities and I just don’t know how to answer them. It has to be the wisdom of God. Seriously. Its madness. Without God, by now, I’m some blown up chicken. His strength is always suffiencient for us, Amen? :P. Mom is beginning to complain now. It’s true what she says, that SPM only come by once. I really want to do well for it ;) and so do you of course. Well, all I can do is trust in God now. So many things on my mind, responsibilities, Friends, Family, Church, School, Tennis, Love? Hahahaha… Ok, maybe Love ain’t in it. Fuh, Frienship is another thing. I’m starting to realise I am unable to say No to friends sometimes. I always like to spend time with my friends and all, but sometimes I’m so incapable of doing so. Don’t want to disspoint anyone. I hate dissapointing anyone, Especially myself. I have an undenialbly High expectation of almost everything. If you’re my leader, You really gotta be good. So mean of me right? But somehow, I just can’t help it.
Hmmm.. Don’t really like this post. But what that heck, just want to jot down something after awhile. Will anyone be there for me when I fall, when I cry, when all is not going well? I’m so not falling into mood swings this week. No no…..
Pressing On,
-jOhN “pulling through” LiM-
Sunday, January 15, 2006
Love Letters
*Bleks*.. Yet again, another late post. I just seem to have something everyday. Ok, maybe not seem, I DO have something EVERYDAY. But God's strength is sufficient for me ;). I would rate last week at 8.5/10. It was pack & productive. Don't you just love productive days? Love it! Gives you that exuberant feeling. Well, Vic stayed over on Monday night. Slept at 3 am that night. He arrived in a friends BMW 318 series. Gosh~ And it was a 27 year old women that owned it. MY DREAM GIRL *_*. You know how I like rich, hot mamas ;). Anyway, it was cool. Watched Batman before we went upstairs to have small chats on bed. Yet again I'm always very interested in Victor stories and counsel. I don't know bout you, but I LOVE long thoughtful chats. Something different bout chats with Victor is that I need not find for input, but just listen. Love listening to his philosophy and ideas bout different issues and stuffs. I guess, its just I like having to listen to a big bro. I've already know the feeling having listen to an elder sis which is really cool. Both of them have very different topics of discussion but nonetheless both are as equally interesting :P. Watched and episode of Smallville tonight where Clark had this younger friend, Ryan. Clark and Ryan seriously had this Brother-Brother relationship going on and it was something I'd long for. It was so sincere and loving. It was so emo when they hugged on the Air Baloon before Ryan passed away. Then followed these statements
Me : Awwwww... So nice... I likeeee :(
Sis : Mmm.. You like emo shows ah... You like feeling emo i realised
Me : Ya... I like to cry.... I like that moment when everything is silent and beautifully still...
Maybe thats why I like jazz and emo love movies. But thats just me. And I like it that way. Ahh.. The more I think of it, the more and more I want to feel it. Anyway, back to my topic, so, that night Victor and I chatted till 3am ++ 4am probably. He's one cool bro la I can tell you. Can be so superly spiritual, crazyly whacky and cranko and yet full of maturity in his statements sometimes. One thing I can always know for sure that he'll be by my side whenever I call. Love ya loads Bro!
Its just beautiful la. This year is gonna be great. I can feel it. That night at cell was phenomenal. It was so different. At that moment of singing praises to the Lord, I knew the cell was ready. The cell comprises of different personalities and character but yet, as we come together, all weaknesses seem to disappear. This bunch of people are different. They're gonna change the world. Its always beautiful to see something grow and I've seen this cell grow. I'd never see myself at this spot years before today. I believe its the flow of God's anointing. When I first entered cell Yi-Ki was my most wonderful cell leader. I was only Standard5 then but I had always observed her an dhow she led. She was THE ROLE MODEL. She was the one that grommed me the way I am. It was a cool journey. And people you never imagine rising up, now have rose up to the occasion. You never know when God can raise someone up. As they say, NO ONE is indispensable. God can raise someone up, God is also capable of pulling anyone down. Looking forward to new cell. New people, new environment, new house, new leaders, new Year. Its gonna be cool. Honestly, I have no idea of my cell members right now. Although we are planning but there are still some changes and input from Gwen but well, I'm gonna believe for a change. And change is good ;). It keeps us going on and learning through new changes. Its just how things go. So if we're gonna see a change, face it dear ;).
Don't you just love change? Changes in age? Well, just celebrated Emelia's 17th birthday last night at her beautiful place. Had many laughs there, from how Melissa Pong did her Mr Bean thing~ Gosh, She HAS TO HAVE THE WORST ACTRESS AWARD! But I still love you girl. HAHAHA. Well, Emelia, what I have to say bout her. Emelia and I go way back in 2000. Some of you might know more than others, but let's just leave that there. But through those years, I've found her to be a very easy, care-free girl that life is something to be enjoyed each day. But Emelia is also something always deep in thoughts. I dunno why, but I feel that she is always torn between two. But Emelia, I must tell you, till today I still admire you for who you are. She was always taller than me, but now I ain't too sure bout that. Thanx Emelia for everything, the laughs we had, they shy phone calls then, the morning walks that never came true, the dumb letters I wrote and so on. Aiya, wanna write more la. But i tell you in person only la one day.
Wordy post, but if you ain't reading it, who cares. But anyone, some of you might be wondering why I called this post Love Letters. Well, recently I've started writting Love Letters ;). Interested? Want one too? Too bad, its only for my loved one, Jesus. Lolz. Started a book called "Love Letters to my Lord - By John Lim". Its weird la. But I find thats a cool way to converse with God and express my Love everyday. Its more like a Love Letter-cum-Diary. Gonna jot down my emo request. Lolz.
Alrighty, thats enough. Gonna write more soon k dude and dudez! Love ya'll!!
Yours Truly,
-jOhN "eMo" LiM-
Me : Awwwww... So nice... I likeeee :(
Sis : Mmm.. You like emo shows ah... You like feeling emo i realised
Me : Ya... I like to cry.... I like that moment when everything is silent and beautifully still...
Maybe thats why I like jazz and emo love movies. But thats just me. And I like it that way. Ahh.. The more I think of it, the more and more I want to feel it. Anyway, back to my topic, so, that night Victor and I chatted till 3am ++ 4am probably. He's one cool bro la I can tell you. Can be so superly spiritual, crazyly whacky and cranko and yet full of maturity in his statements sometimes. One thing I can always know for sure that he'll be by my side whenever I call. Love ya loads Bro!
Its just beautiful la. This year is gonna be great. I can feel it. That night at cell was phenomenal. It was so different. At that moment of singing praises to the Lord, I knew the cell was ready. The cell comprises of different personalities and character but yet, as we come together, all weaknesses seem to disappear. This bunch of people are different. They're gonna change the world. Its always beautiful to see something grow and I've seen this cell grow. I'd never see myself at this spot years before today. I believe its the flow of God's anointing. When I first entered cell Yi-Ki was my most wonderful cell leader. I was only Standard5 then but I had always observed her an dhow she led. She was THE ROLE MODEL. She was the one that grommed me the way I am. It was a cool journey. And people you never imagine rising up, now have rose up to the occasion. You never know when God can raise someone up. As they say, NO ONE is indispensable. God can raise someone up, God is also capable of pulling anyone down. Looking forward to new cell. New people, new environment, new house, new leaders, new Year. Its gonna be cool. Honestly, I have no idea of my cell members right now. Although we are planning but there are still some changes and input from Gwen but well, I'm gonna believe for a change. And change is good ;). It keeps us going on and learning through new changes. Its just how things go. So if we're gonna see a change, face it dear ;).
Don't you just love change? Changes in age? Well, just celebrated Emelia's 17th birthday last night at her beautiful place. Had many laughs there, from how Melissa Pong did her Mr Bean thing~ Gosh, She HAS TO HAVE THE WORST ACTRESS AWARD! But I still love you girl. HAHAHA. Well, Emelia, what I have to say bout her. Emelia and I go way back in 2000. Some of you might know more than others, but let's just leave that there. But through those years, I've found her to be a very easy, care-free girl that life is something to be enjoyed each day. But Emelia is also something always deep in thoughts. I dunno why, but I feel that she is always torn between two. But Emelia, I must tell you, till today I still admire you for who you are. She was always taller than me, but now I ain't too sure bout that. Thanx Emelia for everything, the laughs we had, they shy phone calls then, the morning walks that never came true, the dumb letters I wrote and so on. Aiya, wanna write more la. But i tell you in person only la one day.
Wordy post, but if you ain't reading it, who cares. But anyone, some of you might be wondering why I called this post Love Letters. Well, recently I've started writting Love Letters ;). Interested? Want one too? Too bad, its only for my loved one, Jesus. Lolz. Started a book called "Love Letters to my Lord - By John Lim". Its weird la. But I find thats a cool way to converse with God and express my Love everyday. Its more like a Love Letter-cum-Diary. Gonna jot down my emo request. Lolz.
Alrighty, thats enough. Gonna write more soon k dude and dudez! Love ya'll!!
Yours Truly,
-jOhN "eMo" LiM-
Sunday, January 08, 2006
Dearly beloveds
It never meant as important to me as ever. The future holds uncertainties for our life. But yet, I’m going to choose to move forward and press on towards the goal he has placed for me. It got my mind running when I watched those passengers of Flight 93 run down the aisle to stand for what they were made for, to Live. I spend my night with my family watching “The Flight That Fought Back” on Discovery Channel. It wasn’t the usual family night. It was definitely a time of reflection and determination. Passengers of Flight 93 fought back when their plane had been hijacked by terrorist on September 11th 2001. Though memories of the incident vaguely present itself in our minds, but yet it is still fresh in history. Though it may bring back haunting memories but yet, through the short clips that were presented, a light amidst the darkness shone.
They had a purpose, they were determined to live on and fight. Even as I paid close attention to the TV screen even as some whail and cry, thoughts of how thankful I am for the people around to me beat in my heart. One lady’s words were very clear to my ears that said, from then on, every phone call she’d ever got from anyone really strike a chord in her chest that it might just be the last call she’d get from the individual. All this just sums up that life isn’t to be taken lighty. Had a good chat with Victor this afternoon after lunch when he came by my place just to hang around. It was very true what he said about our perspective on life. It’s truly how we view it. Sometimes, certain obstacles and boundaries are just meant to be there to allow us to bump into it. It is because if it wasn’t for that struggle, we’ve would never ended up where we are today. Even as I reflect back on the past, how true a statement it was. If it wasn’t for me falling down each time I fell, I wouldn’t have got up and learn that lesson.
They died as heroes. And that’s what I want to live for, to leave a legacy of faith and strongwill. I want to be different. I want my life to be counted in for His Kingdom, knowing I’ve impacted someone’s life out there. Its time I got up and made a difference. But well, I’m gonna start with the small steps now. Wanna go write a sappy, moody like Life song now. Just humming a tune of new life.
Reflecting,
-jOhN LiM-
They had a purpose, they were determined to live on and fight. Even as I paid close attention to the TV screen even as some whail and cry, thoughts of how thankful I am for the people around to me beat in my heart. One lady’s words were very clear to my ears that said, from then on, every phone call she’d ever got from anyone really strike a chord in her chest that it might just be the last call she’d get from the individual. All this just sums up that life isn’t to be taken lighty. Had a good chat with Victor this afternoon after lunch when he came by my place just to hang around. It was very true what he said about our perspective on life. It’s truly how we view it. Sometimes, certain obstacles and boundaries are just meant to be there to allow us to bump into it. It is because if it wasn’t for that struggle, we’ve would never ended up where we are today. Even as I reflect back on the past, how true a statement it was. If it wasn’t for me falling down each time I fell, I wouldn’t have got up and learn that lesson.
They died as heroes. And that’s what I want to live for, to leave a legacy of faith and strongwill. I want to be different. I want my life to be counted in for His Kingdom, knowing I’ve impacted someone’s life out there. Its time I got up and made a difference. But well, I’m gonna start with the small steps now. Wanna go write a sappy, moody like Life song now. Just humming a tune of new life.
Reflecting,
-jOhN LiM-
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
Heaven will never ever be the same...
Tell me have you heard the story
That took place not long ago
Bout an angel up in heaven
They say You up and ran away from home
Word is You had unfinished business
So back on earth You had to flea
Well you know I'm so elated
Because You're right here next to me
And when God woke up that morning
And he called out her name
And when You did not answer
Heaven will never ever ever be the same
Always dreamed that it would happen
I just didn't know exactly where
All my life I'd been waiting for something amazing
Said it took a while but now I know
So tell me can I get a witness
If you believe in miracles
And the proof I have is living
And my life will never ever be
And your life don't have to be the...
At times it seems we take for granted
How precious life can be
Just hold on and I'm sure you'll understand it
Bringing into this world
A precious miracle...
And when I woke up that morning
Said where has my angel had gone
And when You didn't answer
Heaven will never ever ever be
Its amazing how God places people in our life. Its amazing how He places angels in our lives to guide us through certain seasons of change, trials and tribulations. This post is my expression of thanks to a certain angel that had stepped into my life. No words by far can express my gratitude and thanks for your life. You have certainly pull me out from the mud, clean my wounds and carried my on your shoulders. You were there when no one was there, You were there when all was dark. Its amazing how life holds challenges and obstacles that we're specificly made for each individual. Though sometimes we look and imagine our bigger picture as dark, God has always planned it for good. He had always meant it for good. And I believe He always has a plan for us, a plan to bring us to greater heights and levels of maturity each step of our life. Through the tides of time, You'fe stood by me and made sure I grew to be a strong young man. And today you help me build my house on solid rock. That no wave or storm may tear down the walls that You've help me build in trusting God. It ain't easy to do. Man can give all the necessary advice, support and guidance. But at the end of the road, You're gonna be there all alone. And if it was merely Me alone out there, I guess I'd be carried and swept away by the winds. But You helped me realise to put my trust in God alone and Him alone I shall trust. It has always been comforting to know that I might just have that someone to care for me when I needed that one to trust and lean on when all fails. Though sometimes I took for grantted how precious You've had meant to me, I want to believe in You each time I fail.
But all this only began when I've finally come to realise to accept my past. I have to admit that in my past I've done horrible, horrible and i mean really horrible stuff. But only through self acceptance and forgiveness have I come to known of His love once again. The past is to thank for, and there it shall stay. Behind me. Looking at it now, somehow no more sense of regret or remorse build in me. Letting go of what belongs behind relieves tension and gives a sense of relieve. My life has been filled with so many ups and downs. Well, EVERY life is filled with ups and downs that we are ought to overcome. I'm thankful for the lessons that have come by each day. So am I thankful for the different people he places in my life each step. People that has really held me by the arm to pull me out. People that has kept walking with me even when I was turning back. Truly, life would be meaningless without the latter. No doubt, appreciating my past has brought me where I am today. Each stepping stone has truly brought me to newer heights and levels in my walk with God. It is a never ending walk till we reach eternity with Him.
I'm glad that through the years I've been moving on. Looking back now brings back memories that are vaguely clear. It sparked when Victor came back and suddenly brought memories along. I really thank God I stood up to the challenge to get out of the darkness and rise up to his Glory. It was a tough one when I had no one to hold on to. There was a period of time when I was so confused and lonely and occasionally gave up but yet somehow still got hold of my the plans and hopes that God had for me. Its truly amazing how things unfold each day. That each time we open our eyes, decisions are made and how things just place themselves each step of the day. The mental development of humans is such a mystery and intriguing to me. Its wonderful how to see how one develops and grows to be the person God has meant that person to be. Through the tide of time, we sometimes grow to be more defensive and some even build walls of distance to create defense to be hurt. But yet, sometimes just coming transparent and true to God is the way to really come to realise that His ways are always higher than our ways. Truly, God is marvelous.
Confusing post, but I just had to write my thoughts down. Feel so much lighter now. Well, now back to my "outward-self" John. Today was the first time of school and it spelt B-O-R-I-N-G. The teachers had the nerves not to come in and teach. I'm cying to learn. Well, but Malaysians will always be Malaysians. Prejudice! Hahahaha. But anyway, I was so dissapointed to find out that my class had a change of Class teacher. Pn. Tan went over to the afternoon session. I really liked her teaching and she was no doubt one of the best teachers. Gonna miss her dearly. Still remembered the incident in which we met her at Pasar Malam and her son had called Jo Lin aunty. Well, today we spend the whole morning just yacking on corny topics. I also had the opportunity to tell Jo Lin she has backslided. Hahaha. But all was good. Good time of bonding. Came home to lunch and soon after my first ever Vocal lessons with Liang Tan. Got to know him for some time now in church. Liang has appeared on Hitz.Tv and Hitz.Fm. He'd just released his debut album "8oz of Soul". Do check him out sometime ;). It was rather akward but I guess it'll all be well soon enough. Had learn quite a bit on singing technics and so on. Would I ever be a singer you ask? Well, to put it this way, if God opens the door, so be it. But if no doors are open, so be it. But truly, I guess I've the privilege of being blessed with such a talent and I'm thankful for it. Gonna use it wisely.
Life is back to its schedule. I have at least something EVERYDAY. Thats sad. I shall not post my daily schedule here for certain purposes but all is good. I'd rather have a full schedule than an empty one fearful of falling for sloppyness if I was too free. But well, Life goes on. Alrighty, taking off now. Take care of yourself people. Love ya'll!
Thinking,
-jOhN "siNgin" LiM-
That took place not long ago
Bout an angel up in heaven
They say You up and ran away from home
Word is You had unfinished business
So back on earth You had to flea
Well you know I'm so elated
Because You're right here next to me
And when God woke up that morning
And he called out her name
And when You did not answer
Heaven will never ever ever be the same
Always dreamed that it would happen
I just didn't know exactly where
All my life I'd been waiting for something amazing
Said it took a while but now I know
So tell me can I get a witness
If you believe in miracles
And the proof I have is living
And my life will never ever be
And your life don't have to be the...
At times it seems we take for granted
How precious life can be
Just hold on and I'm sure you'll understand it
Bringing into this world
A precious miracle...
And when I woke up that morning
Said where has my angel had gone
And when You didn't answer
Heaven will never ever ever be
Its amazing how God places people in our life. Its amazing how He places angels in our lives to guide us through certain seasons of change, trials and tribulations. This post is my expression of thanks to a certain angel that had stepped into my life. No words by far can express my gratitude and thanks for your life. You have certainly pull me out from the mud, clean my wounds and carried my on your shoulders. You were there when no one was there, You were there when all was dark. Its amazing how life holds challenges and obstacles that we're specificly made for each individual. Though sometimes we look and imagine our bigger picture as dark, God has always planned it for good. He had always meant it for good. And I believe He always has a plan for us, a plan to bring us to greater heights and levels of maturity each step of our life. Through the tides of time, You'fe stood by me and made sure I grew to be a strong young man. And today you help me build my house on solid rock. That no wave or storm may tear down the walls that You've help me build in trusting God. It ain't easy to do. Man can give all the necessary advice, support and guidance. But at the end of the road, You're gonna be there all alone. And if it was merely Me alone out there, I guess I'd be carried and swept away by the winds. But You helped me realise to put my trust in God alone and Him alone I shall trust. It has always been comforting to know that I might just have that someone to care for me when I needed that one to trust and lean on when all fails. Though sometimes I took for grantted how precious You've had meant to me, I want to believe in You each time I fail.
But all this only began when I've finally come to realise to accept my past. I have to admit that in my past I've done horrible, horrible and i mean really horrible stuff. But only through self acceptance and forgiveness have I come to known of His love once again. The past is to thank for, and there it shall stay. Behind me. Looking at it now, somehow no more sense of regret or remorse build in me. Letting go of what belongs behind relieves tension and gives a sense of relieve. My life has been filled with so many ups and downs. Well, EVERY life is filled with ups and downs that we are ought to overcome. I'm thankful for the lessons that have come by each day. So am I thankful for the different people he places in my life each step. People that has really held me by the arm to pull me out. People that has kept walking with me even when I was turning back. Truly, life would be meaningless without the latter. No doubt, appreciating my past has brought me where I am today. Each stepping stone has truly brought me to newer heights and levels in my walk with God. It is a never ending walk till we reach eternity with Him.
I'm glad that through the years I've been moving on. Looking back now brings back memories that are vaguely clear. It sparked when Victor came back and suddenly brought memories along. I really thank God I stood up to the challenge to get out of the darkness and rise up to his Glory. It was a tough one when I had no one to hold on to. There was a period of time when I was so confused and lonely and occasionally gave up but yet somehow still got hold of my the plans and hopes that God had for me. Its truly amazing how things unfold each day. That each time we open our eyes, decisions are made and how things just place themselves each step of the day. The mental development of humans is such a mystery and intriguing to me. Its wonderful how to see how one develops and grows to be the person God has meant that person to be. Through the tide of time, we sometimes grow to be more defensive and some even build walls of distance to create defense to be hurt. But yet, sometimes just coming transparent and true to God is the way to really come to realise that His ways are always higher than our ways. Truly, God is marvelous.
Confusing post, but I just had to write my thoughts down. Feel so much lighter now. Well, now back to my "outward-self" John. Today was the first time of school and it spelt B-O-R-I-N-G. The teachers had the nerves not to come in and teach. I'm cying to learn. Well, but Malaysians will always be Malaysians. Prejudice! Hahahaha. But anyway, I was so dissapointed to find out that my class had a change of Class teacher. Pn. Tan went over to the afternoon session. I really liked her teaching and she was no doubt one of the best teachers. Gonna miss her dearly. Still remembered the incident in which we met her at Pasar Malam and her son had called Jo Lin aunty. Well, today we spend the whole morning just yacking on corny topics. I also had the opportunity to tell Jo Lin she has backslided. Hahaha. But all was good. Good time of bonding. Came home to lunch and soon after my first ever Vocal lessons with Liang Tan. Got to know him for some time now in church. Liang has appeared on Hitz.Tv and Hitz.Fm. He'd just released his debut album "8oz of Soul". Do check him out sometime ;). It was rather akward but I guess it'll all be well soon enough. Had learn quite a bit on singing technics and so on. Would I ever be a singer you ask? Well, to put it this way, if God opens the door, so be it. But if no doors are open, so be it. But truly, I guess I've the privilege of being blessed with such a talent and I'm thankful for it. Gonna use it wisely.
Life is back to its schedule. I have at least something EVERYDAY. Thats sad. I shall not post my daily schedule here for certain purposes but all is good. I'd rather have a full schedule than an empty one fearful of falling for sloppyness if I was too free. But well, Life goes on. Alrighty, taking off now. Take care of yourself people. Love ya'll!
Thinking,
-jOhN "siNgin" LiM-
Friday, December 30, 2005
God's Direction Via Decision for 2006
It was a blast!.. I have to say Youth Camp 2005 was terrific! Water City was beautiful, room was comfy, worship sessions were power-packed, sessions were life transforming, ministry time was spectacular, group was crazy, skit was madness, and the company was absolutely fantastic. Youth Camp is definately something I wouldn't wanna miss out every year. Its such a lifting feeling after camp. Left for Melaka on the 26th. Met up at church in the morning and soon boarded the bus. It is funny how God stretches someone he wants to use. During the whole camp duration, I was bus leader, group leader, room leader and worship leader. What more can you ask?! But I must say, this camp long I've reached the stage where it has been ministry all through out. I didn't really receive much but I know it was awesome. I was serving more already. But its good. My receiving season is over. I still remember where at some camps I'll be at the alter crying my heart out. But in this camp was different. God is really bringing GTYC into a different level, whether it be ministry level, worship, and commitment. Its really great to know young ones really rising up and taking the position God wants them to take. A change is taking place and I definately see a good change in 2006. After we arrived at Water City we went to the hall immediately. Got into our groups and rooms and soon prepared for the first session. Led worship and definately God's presence was felt. First night wasn't too bad. Powerful word spoken that got me and Benedict conversing on our bed till 3am. Brought up so many issues and topics which were really interesting.
Got up the next morning and had to take over Joann's place in her worship session coz she wasn't feeling too good. Led worship again and enjoyed morning session. Afternoon was games time. Gosh we had fun. Before games we prepared for cheer and skit. Fuh~ stressing!.. Go SPORTS MANIA! Had a blast too!.. Really enjoyed the balloon game on the suspended bridge. Bleks. I just wanna shout out to all my GROUPIES which were totally awesome! Love ya'll! Expecially to my great, sexy, cool, wannabe, Ass-cum-Assistant Leader, Vincent Tan Zic Wae! I have to tell ya, during our human bingo he had to proove he could do 30 push ups within 40 secs and he did it in 20 secs. *Girls Screaming*. But thanx dude. All this while you've been an awesome friend, supporter, brother, teacher, mentor, girlfriend, entertainer, wateva! Its gonna be an eventful 2006. Can't imagine seing you leave for the States~ Ah.. Don't even wanna think about it.
Anyway, next morning was stressing! Woke up at 7.30am and got to the hall to prepare for skit prac at 8am. No one was there yet. So I had sat down and prayed for first place (ngek ngek ngek). It was a productive practice and soon was rushing for worship session with Delaine. Loved the fast songs. Everyday, This is How we Overcome and Reflector. Con-ned Vincent into singing too. Fast forward to afternoon. During lunch we were discussing on how to dress me up. In our skit I had to dress up as Oprah Winfrey. I was turning into Joprah Limfrey. Miss Woo Wei Wen was brilliant enough to suggest me wearing her BRA?!! Gosh I was freaking out by then. So I challenged her to ask Pastor Julie about it because I was confident enough that Pastor wouldn't allow such a thing. But Wei Wen immediately asked Pastor and she was like "if the guy doesn't mind, i don't have a problem with it". After MUCH convincing, we left for Wei Wen's room to get dressed up and GAWD IT WAS THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFE TIME~~~~~. She got her padded push up bras for me and a yellow baby-T, a denim jacket, and a TUBE TOP~~ Tried the yellow baby-T but it was UGHH.. bad!!!!... SO WRONG!.. Vinz was going all crazy over the HOT GIRL he was looking at! We decided at last that I was to wear the Bra, Tube and jacket. You have no idea how I fit into those. Am I that small? :(. Will include pics soon. Got on with our skit and we did AWESOME! Damn lame la. Had a good laugh. Every other team did good. I particularly liked Suspense. Because they had the choir which was really special. But as soon it was over I was SOO relieve! Had a good break time and soon after had fun at the night session. It was all great!
During the whole camp I've learn so much. A special shout to my God-Bro Victor, thanx for being there for me! Hehehe..
2006... This is it. I'm beginning my last day of the year online. It has definately been an awesome year. A year of growth, new possibilities, challenges, experience, humbling year, and defiantely I've met new and awesome people. I am definately looking forward to 2006. With SPM ahead and new hurdles, I'm gonna face it head on with my Lord. Here I go 2006! *CrAsH*
Running after You, Lord!
-jOhN "jOpRah" LiM-
Got up the next morning and had to take over Joann's place in her worship session coz she wasn't feeling too good. Led worship again and enjoyed morning session. Afternoon was games time. Gosh we had fun. Before games we prepared for cheer and skit. Fuh~ stressing!.. Go SPORTS MANIA! Had a blast too!.. Really enjoyed the balloon game on the suspended bridge. Bleks. I just wanna shout out to all my GROUPIES which were totally awesome! Love ya'll! Expecially to my great, sexy, cool, wannabe, Ass-cum-Assistant Leader, Vincent Tan Zic Wae! I have to tell ya, during our human bingo he had to proove he could do 30 push ups within 40 secs and he did it in 20 secs. *Girls Screaming*. But thanx dude. All this while you've been an awesome friend, supporter, brother, teacher, mentor, girlfriend, entertainer, wateva! Its gonna be an eventful 2006. Can't imagine seing you leave for the States~ Ah.. Don't even wanna think about it.
Anyway, next morning was stressing! Woke up at 7.30am and got to the hall to prepare for skit prac at 8am. No one was there yet. So I had sat down and prayed for first place (ngek ngek ngek). It was a productive practice and soon was rushing for worship session with Delaine. Loved the fast songs. Everyday, This is How we Overcome and Reflector. Con-ned Vincent into singing too. Fast forward to afternoon. During lunch we were discussing on how to dress me up. In our skit I had to dress up as Oprah Winfrey. I was turning into Joprah Limfrey. Miss Woo Wei Wen was brilliant enough to suggest me wearing her BRA?!! Gosh I was freaking out by then. So I challenged her to ask Pastor Julie about it because I was confident enough that Pastor wouldn't allow such a thing. But Wei Wen immediately asked Pastor and she was like "if the guy doesn't mind, i don't have a problem with it". After MUCH convincing, we left for Wei Wen's room to get dressed up and GAWD IT WAS THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFE TIME~~~~~. She got her padded push up bras for me and a yellow baby-T, a denim jacket, and a TUBE TOP~~ Tried the yellow baby-T but it was UGHH.. bad!!!!... SO WRONG!.. Vinz was going all crazy over the HOT GIRL he was looking at! We decided at last that I was to wear the Bra, Tube and jacket. You have no idea how I fit into those. Am I that small? :(. Will include pics soon. Got on with our skit and we did AWESOME! Damn lame la. Had a good laugh. Every other team did good. I particularly liked Suspense. Because they had the choir which was really special. But as soon it was over I was SOO relieve! Had a good break time and soon after had fun at the night session. It was all great!
During the whole camp I've learn so much. A special shout to my God-Bro Victor, thanx for being there for me! Hehehe..
2006... This is it. I'm beginning my last day of the year online. It has definately been an awesome year. A year of growth, new possibilities, challenges, experience, humbling year, and defiantely I've met new and awesome people. I am definately looking forward to 2006. With SPM ahead and new hurdles, I'm gonna face it head on with my Lord. Here I go 2006! *CrAsH*
Running after You, Lord!
-jOhN "jOpRah" LiM-
Sunday, December 25, 2005
As the days go by...
Time ticks away as you read and as I type. Its a countdown till the end of this wonderful, tragic, eventful, and beautiful year. Well, I must say this has to be a good year. Got to know so many wonderful ppl. Got to strengthen relationships. Its wonderful when God places so many different kinds of people in your path. I'm thankful for that, really am.
Well, to go on bout this week. Benedict kidnapped me and we left to Kajang to stay a night at Lionel's mansion. At arrival we had dinner and soon after messed his room. Lionel is some 17 year old dude that is studying in London. He's a really nice fair guy. I have to say he has this really boy band kinda personality. He's really into his music. After hanging around with his hot sis Racheal(14) and elder sis whos name i forgot(20) I'd kinda felt I was in H.K. Racheal had this REALLY strong American accent and elder sis was SOOO Hong Kong girl. If you've not guessed, they were brought up on the upper class and attends an international school in Kajang. After a lil debate, we all agreed to watch Into the Blue featuring JESSICA ALBA. Soon after his neighbours joined us in his mini-theater at home. It was GOLD CLASS wei~ Wif cool surround sound and lounge chairs, blankets and pillows. We were in heaven with Jessica Alba and Gawd did she save the movie. Without her, it'll be a flop. By this time it was already 2am. We actually planned to swim in his pool outside (he has a REALLY nice pool at home.. now can u imagine how huge his house is? :P). However we'd unanimously agreed it'll be freezing if we did. So we left for Lionels room once again. Played some Tony Hawk and Fifa Street, and not to mention some PSP too. We just played around with the gadgets and guitar till late and got to bed at around 5am that morning.
Woke up the next morning at about some 11am. Hahaha. Benedict was some realy gay ass in bed. Shall not go into details. But anyway, maid prepared Lo Mai Kai and Tong Sui for us. Ain't too bad considering it isnt SS2. Got into swim attire and swam the morning away considering there wasn't much or morning to enjoy anymore. Once again, accidents do happen. Benedict was so pandai and did a backflip without looking and hit Shaun on his head (ouch). Both were injured. It was lame. Took a shower and soon enough, driver was around to send us back liou. Boohoo. Really had fun at Lionel's. Well, Cheers to another Sleep over soon! Weee....
The past few nights has been terrific. Church had prepared for a musical, Wondrous Gift. I must sallute them for this production. It was rather memorable. Of all in house production, this i would have to say is the best. Janice and Hazel had really wrote quite some bit. Was there both nights to enjoy it ;P
Its Christmas Day! The birth of Christ! Gifts too!!.. Ngek ngek ngek. Left for church first thing in the morning to celebrate Christmas. Wasn't too bad. Highlight of it was Sue Vern and Daph just HAD to be angels and got me TENNIS BALLS. Wait!!.. LIMITED EDITION TENNIS BALLS! They had written lovely messages on it. You have no idea how much I appreciate it. Thanx girls. Owe you girls kisses ya! Remind me on the bus. After church went to 1U with Vincent, Charisse, Grace and Yi Theng. And guess wat! I watched Perhaps Love, AGAIN! Unfortunately, they hated it. But the more I watch it the more I love it. Awwww. Listening to the Soundtrack RIGHT NOW! Weeeeeee..
Alrighty dude and du-dez, I've to go pack right now. Gonna be at Melaka the next 4 days for YOUTH CAMP!!!!!!! Thats gonna wrap up my year. And gosh have I not done BIO HOMEWORK!!! SAVE ME SANTA!
Emmanuel,
-jOhN LiM BoOn OoN-
Well, to go on bout this week. Benedict kidnapped me and we left to Kajang to stay a night at Lionel's mansion. At arrival we had dinner and soon after messed his room. Lionel is some 17 year old dude that is studying in London. He's a really nice fair guy. I have to say he has this really boy band kinda personality. He's really into his music. After hanging around with his hot sis Racheal(14) and elder sis whos name i forgot(20) I'd kinda felt I was in H.K. Racheal had this REALLY strong American accent and elder sis was SOOO Hong Kong girl. If you've not guessed, they were brought up on the upper class and attends an international school in Kajang. After a lil debate, we all agreed to watch Into the Blue featuring JESSICA ALBA. Soon after his neighbours joined us in his mini-theater at home. It was GOLD CLASS wei~ Wif cool surround sound and lounge chairs, blankets and pillows. We were in heaven with Jessica Alba and Gawd did she save the movie. Without her, it'll be a flop. By this time it was already 2am. We actually planned to swim in his pool outside (he has a REALLY nice pool at home.. now can u imagine how huge his house is? :P). However we'd unanimously agreed it'll be freezing if we did. So we left for Lionels room once again. Played some Tony Hawk and Fifa Street, and not to mention some PSP too. We just played around with the gadgets and guitar till late and got to bed at around 5am that morning.
Woke up the next morning at about some 11am. Hahaha. Benedict was some realy gay ass in bed. Shall not go into details. But anyway, maid prepared Lo Mai Kai and Tong Sui for us. Ain't too bad considering it isnt SS2. Got into swim attire and swam the morning away considering there wasn't much or morning to enjoy anymore. Once again, accidents do happen. Benedict was so pandai and did a backflip without looking and hit Shaun on his head (ouch). Both were injured. It was lame. Took a shower and soon enough, driver was around to send us back liou. Boohoo. Really had fun at Lionel's. Well, Cheers to another Sleep over soon! Weee....
The past few nights has been terrific. Church had prepared for a musical, Wondrous Gift. I must sallute them for this production. It was rather memorable. Of all in house production, this i would have to say is the best. Janice and Hazel had really wrote quite some bit. Was there both nights to enjoy it ;P
Its Christmas Day! The birth of Christ! Gifts too!!.. Ngek ngek ngek. Left for church first thing in the morning to celebrate Christmas. Wasn't too bad. Highlight of it was Sue Vern and Daph just HAD to be angels and got me TENNIS BALLS. Wait!!.. LIMITED EDITION TENNIS BALLS! They had written lovely messages on it. You have no idea how much I appreciate it. Thanx girls. Owe you girls kisses ya! Remind me on the bus. After church went to 1U with Vincent, Charisse, Grace and Yi Theng. And guess wat! I watched Perhaps Love, AGAIN! Unfortunately, they hated it. But the more I watch it the more I love it. Awwww. Listening to the Soundtrack RIGHT NOW! Weeeeeee..
Alrighty dude and du-dez, I've to go pack right now. Gonna be at Melaka the next 4 days for YOUTH CAMP!!!!!!! Thats gonna wrap up my year. And gosh have I not done BIO HOMEWORK!!! SAVE ME SANTA!
Emmanuel,
-jOhN LiM BoOn OoN-
Sunday, December 18, 2005
Ru Guo Ai <3
Perhaps Love is the key to life? Perhaps it doesn't mean a thing? Love... Why is it always clearer after looking back, even with pain and tears, But such is Love. Little snippets from the Movie Perhaps Love. WARNING: I'm over-rating it, but I LOVE IT! Just went over to 1U to buy the original soundtrack. Playing over my Com now. Had my cousin who is with me right now to help me get the han yi ping yi for the song. Ngek ngek. So totally gonna remember the song Perhaps Love now. If you ever need a copy of the han yi ping yi lyrics, drop me a message. I shall not spoil the movie for you if you'd not watch the movie yet but all I can say is that Perhaps Love really deplicts love at a certain degree. Pure true Love. Yet again and again I've been posting about Love. What is it with Love? Gosh~
I've been blog jumping and came a cross a few blogs and I've realised youth these days only blog about their ups and downs and gossips, how predictable. But then again, what else can we blog about? But then again, I am not about to judge any post out there, whether it be real substance or just pure crap, hey, they're just expressing what their thoughts are correct? Can't blame them if they're so full of crap. Hahaha.
So, back to life, weeee.. Christmas around the block and I've not gotten Christmas gifts (except Emelia, Melinda, Melissa P, Ee Jin and Chups which already gotten their shinny gifts). What does Christmas mean to you all out there? For some of you it might just be about gifts or decorations or just another holiday. Christmas means a whole lot than that. It was one that day they it was destined the world would come to a change. Christ the Saviour was born in a manger. Its rather ironic that such a King had only to be born at such a place but yet in all humbleness and humility He has never despised His life and what He was meant to do; to die for us all. Christmas, a celebration so special but have some of us only experienced Winter all our lives till we forget to see the Season that is to be celebrated.
It was our last Youth Service of the Year and it did end with a bang. Worship this morning was particularly enjoyable. Did Tell the World, What the World would never take, All for Love and Forever with a dash of some carols. Love singing. I'm just thankful God is gracious and merciful enough to allow and bless me with the privilege to be able to sing His praises with talent. It sure is something to be thankful of. But hey, to ya'll that isn't bless in such a way, you have yet to discover your area of talent and speciality that you are capable of that may just turn the world upside down. Seriously. Everyone is Talented and Capable in different areas that sometimes may just take time to discover but don't be dismay or discouraged if you are yet to find out. Sometimes it might just be in front of your eyes but you fail to recognise. You'll find it soon.
Ahhh... Lovely night. Wished I was watching Perhaps Love again. HAHAHA.. jk jk. Anyway, gonna leave now and drop a pic of my new beloved shoes that my parents just got for me from Melbourne back from their sweet Second Honeymoon. THAXN MOM & DAD! They got me a whole bunch of gifts I really love, Shoes especially. Love it! Enjoy! Love ya'll. Countdown, Few days to Christmas, Few days to Youth Camp 2005 (weee!!!!)!!!, Few weeks to School re-Opens (****). Miss ya'll!!!...
Ru Guo Ai Ching shi Zhen,
-jOhN LiM-
I've been blog jumping and came a cross a few blogs and I've realised youth these days only blog about their ups and downs and gossips, how predictable. But then again, what else can we blog about? But then again, I am not about to judge any post out there, whether it be real substance or just pure crap, hey, they're just expressing what their thoughts are correct? Can't blame them if they're so full of crap. Hahaha.
So, back to life, weeee.. Christmas around the block and I've not gotten Christmas gifts (except Emelia, Melinda, Melissa P, Ee Jin and Chups which already gotten their shinny gifts). What does Christmas mean to you all out there? For some of you it might just be about gifts or decorations or just another holiday. Christmas means a whole lot than that. It was one that day they it was destined the world would come to a change. Christ the Saviour was born in a manger. Its rather ironic that such a King had only to be born at such a place but yet in all humbleness and humility He has never despised His life and what He was meant to do; to die for us all. Christmas, a celebration so special but have some of us only experienced Winter all our lives till we forget to see the Season that is to be celebrated.
It was our last Youth Service of the Year and it did end with a bang. Worship this morning was particularly enjoyable. Did Tell the World, What the World would never take, All for Love and Forever with a dash of some carols. Love singing. I'm just thankful God is gracious and merciful enough to allow and bless me with the privilege to be able to sing His praises with talent. It sure is something to be thankful of. But hey, to ya'll that isn't bless in such a way, you have yet to discover your area of talent and speciality that you are capable of that may just turn the world upside down. Seriously. Everyone is Talented and Capable in different areas that sometimes may just take time to discover but don't be dismay or discouraged if you are yet to find out. Sometimes it might just be in front of your eyes but you fail to recognise. You'll find it soon.
Ahhh... Lovely night. Wished I was watching Perhaps Love again. HAHAHA.. jk jk. Anyway, gonna leave now and drop a pic of my new beloved shoes that my parents just got for me from Melbourne back from their sweet Second Honeymoon. THAXN MOM & DAD! They got me a whole bunch of gifts I really love, Shoes especially. Love it! Enjoy! Love ya'll. Countdown, Few days to Christmas, Few days to Youth Camp 2005 (weee!!!!)!!!, Few weeks to School re-Opens (****). Miss ya'll!!!...
Ru Guo Ai Ching shi Zhen,
-jOhN LiM-
Thursday, December 15, 2005
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