Thursday, November 26, 2009

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just had to post this video. POKEMON = WITCHCRAFT. LMAO.
the reality of false teachers.

this was what Scorpion Company Drill Squad planned to do for our inter-company drill competition. But due to the lack of time to practice, we only used alittle. Came in 4th out of 11. Raven COY came in 1st, their's were superb. Did their fancy drill to OneRepublic's Apologise.
thing i'm thankful for in BMT:

being in a warrant officer company (they treat you really nicely.lol)
being in platoon 2 which means on the third floor.
not too high, so don't have to walk too many flights of stairs but high enough to see the sun set and rise.
being in section 4, no trees outside to block the sunrise, allows sun to enter room. more spacious.
being bed 08, bottom bunk, get direct blow from the fan, while my buddy on the upper bunk complains it's super hot.
also having my locker next to the window, so it's bright enough to see what's in your locker and see yourself in the mirror.
(sections mates always love coming by my mirror.haha it's like a backstage mirror)
S2408 :D

really thankful for the friends i've made there. not for them, BMT would have been really boring and dreadful. awesome sergeants that don't give you too much crap, and would also sit down and open up. sufficient free time to do what you have to do, even extra time to train physically. i'm also known as a freak, because i don't perspire alot. when others return with drenched shirts, mine is just alittle wet at the back. In which it's something to be thankful for, because then i smell alot better than the others and wont have to suffer with wet clothes etc. However, it's pretty dangerous because my body is unable to cool itself down, and more prone to heat injuries.

and surprisingly, when it came to writing down the PROS and CONS of BMT, I found it hard to fill in 3 short points for CONS of BMT. the Lord has indeed been with me through this entire course. Held Isaiah 40:31 close to my heart.

31 But those who wait on the LORD
Shall renew their strength;
They shall mount up with wings like eagles,
They shall run and not be weary,
They shall walk and not faint.

These are just a few of the many things I'm thankful for. I'm glad to say that through the Lord's grace and mercy, I've been able to achieve almost everything an average recuit plans to achieve. Like Marksmanship for shooting, IPPT Gold etc. The only thing left is making it for OCS.

If I manage to get in, I'm prepared for a tough 9month journey. I know I cannot afford to be complacent. Yet again, I've got to place my trust up on the Lord. My Savior, My God. my new favourite song by Aaron Shust.

Had my Passing-Out Parade last week, can't believe it's all over. so many memories. GOOD TIMES, PURELY GOOD TIMES. everything flashed before my eyes as my parents walked over to put on my jockey cap, a symbol of graduation from basic military training.

I remember moments of laughter where we made fun of the sergeants behind their backs and scarying eachother at night with ghost stories and hiding under the covers of the victim's blanket, only jumping out and screaming when he comes back. Lots of singing in the Bunk, disney songs in particular. haha. The 6 day field camp experience, where i got bored and built a bench using logs and didn't get to shower. Grenade throwing exercises and live shoots, the power of gun-powder. Singing with much passion as we marched to the ferry terminal for book-outs. H1N1 out-break in camp that felt like L4D(the game). Moments I wish to cherish and never forget. Moments that only by experiencing it first hand will you understand, and not seem like long post of nonsense. haha.

And tears almost came rolling down my cheeks as i awaited my folks. Never did I expect my first 9 weeks of army to be this memorable and blessed.

Tuesday, October 06, 2009

this is it
I'm enlisting in about 10 hours time.
I'm pretty much prepared and looking forward to it all.
It's gonna be tough, and I've accepted it. Like every Singaporean Boy, it's a time where we
turn from boys to men. Looking forward to that $2 hair cut and free army equiptment. haha
Have been reflecting on what I shared at YPG while back as I prepared by heart for it. This is
what I shared:

" Growth of the Spirit:

We have passed the half way mark of 2009, and soon we'll be gearing up for our end of the year events. I took time to reflect upon these past 7 months that have passed, and I'm thankful for many things, yet disappointed in some.

Initially I started off with a bang, so eager to make this year significant. Wanting to end the remaining 6 months of school well and getting good grades. This soon took a toll on my time I spent with God as it soon became second priority. And eventually not spending my desired amount of time with Him, only turning to Him when exams were near.

It was difficult to go back to that initial state, because I felt rather distant from God. Not keeping up with growth results in being out of place when others close to you have sped ahead. A bitter-sweet feeling of being proud of them, yet ashamed of one's self.

When YPG returned after a month break, a new excitement from within. And an apt theme of 'Growth'. A challenge to start a new and desire to get back on my feet once more.

One lesson that really got me thinking, was the lesson on 'the Spirit of Man'. In which the Spirit = Secret to Power. A spirit triumphs over the body, like waking up in the morning. Your spirit tells your body to get up and immediately you get up. Similar when it comes to time spent with God, no procrastination. It is capable of putting you down, yet also capable of building you up.

I have experienced a small magnitude of the spirit's ability in achievements. This year, I had to take my NAPFA test, which would determine if I have to do an extra two months of NS if I don't get a silver or gold award. This got me pretty worried, because the last physical test I took was a year ago, and I'm not into much sports. Back then, I didn't know much about the capabilities of the spirit, only on hind-sight was I able to identify this.

I started off with running and going to the gym on a regular basis. However, after awhile I started to have negative thoughts. Thoughts like, what if I still fail after so much training. My spirit was soon crushed as I grew disheartened. Like in Proverbs 15:13 'A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, But by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken'. One's spirit can put one self down. Soon I didn't have the strength to attempt training for a silver. Then I caught myself wallowing in self pity. Have I forgotten about the Lord's promises and His faithfulness. The Lord has indeed seen me through many obstacles in my life, why second guess Him now.

This time round, I was determined to get a silver. Learning to rely on God, involving Him each step of the way, praying for safety and a strong mind. Now experiencing the other side of the spirit, the ability to build a person up. My spirit was able to sustain me. Like in Proverbs 18:14, it speaks of the spirit sustaining a person in sickness. But in my case, it was not in sickness, but in tiredness. The strength to power through, through the mind. More than just 'mind over matter', but a 'Yes, I can' spirit.

Through this challenge, I have grown in spirit as I learn to depend on the Lord more, with a greater level of trust. And that second guessing the Lord's faithfulness will not get you anywhere, an issue of doubt that I have to overcome completely. The Lord has blessed me with more than what I have asked for, instead of blessing me with just a silver, He blessed me with a gold.

This has helped me a lot as I seek to prepare myself mentally for NS. And one practical way for me to grow in spirit is through memorizing verses, hence also allowing my spirit to be renewed. Like it also says in 2 Corinthians 4:16, of the spirit's renewal. What's the use of having a spirit that sustains but grows weak after a while, then it is unable to aid you the next day. But once 're-charged', it's as good as new. A promise I can cling onto and be encouraged when I enlist. I'm not having cold-feet just yet, but I'm sure the Lord will be with me upon enlisting. My part is to grow in Spirit and be prepared for what's to come.

One song I'm reminded of when I think of renewal is, 'New Song In My Heart'. Songs give power, to encourage or to strengthen. And in the third verse especially, it speaks of how the spirit can be whole once more, the idea of renewal. [Put a new fire in my soul. Make this wounded spirit whole] ''

As I go in, I'm determined to have a this strong spirit of relience upon God.




I'm unusually calm right now, but it's gonna be different from what I've been playing in my head.

at 13yos

at 15yos

at 19yos. hahah notice al's same shirt 6years ago. hahhaha.

Met teacher Yongjing for dinner today. Had a good time catching up.
Shared a word of encouragement from 2Cor. 4:7-10.


''7 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. 8 We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed— 10 always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.''

The challange I have to face as I enter. I'm yet again reminded I can do so much and nothing more. But I'm sure I'll be able to handle all things with God on my side(:

I'm really thankful for friends all my friends. For meeting up despite your busy week and even wishing me well wishes(: thanks peeps!
Remember me in prayer guys! Seeya in a few weeks time. Hope I'll still be recogniseable.

Monday, July 27, 2009

Haven't been active here for a really long time.


Intially i couldn't blog much because i had final exams to prepare for, that was way back in the beginning of june. And now, it's all just about waiting to get enlisting on 7th OCT. My NAPFA experience was a crazy one. but i managed to pass it and have my enlistment pushed back. If not i would have to enlist in 10th SEPT and do an extra 2 months of NS to make up for my 'unfitness'. Training has indeed paid off.

I still have to maintain this. Plus, in army the fitness requirement is much higher. Uncomparable to this 'no-kick' napfa test. [will add what i shared at YPG about this napfa experience]






Saying this movie is good would be an understatement. The movie has it all, a very intriguing deep plot, good acting and great action. If I was to find a flaw in this movie, it would be the shaky cam technique employed at the beginning part of the movie and also at the very end. The shaky parts are supposedly documentary clips telling the story of Wikus, the protagonist. But rather than add to the feel of it, the shakiness is just nauseating. They just over did it. But after a while into the movie, they got out of the documentary mode and things couldn't be any better. And the special effects in his movie will have you believing that these aliens are real.

It's better that you go into this movie not knowing the deeper plot as a big part of the movie's entertainment value for me is the parts when things look hopeless and you really feel the despair and hopelessness of the characters. The only thing you need to know going in is that there are aliens stranded on earth and they are put in slums.

This is one of those movies that teases you that it's nearing its end, but inside, you go "No, I want more. It can't end like this", and the movie hears you and gives you more. And it's primed for a great sequel. The potential that this franchise has is just enormous. The way they can expand the story is just limitless and all of them can add to it's lore. This is a classic franchise in the making.




Wednesday, May 06, 2009

LOVE STORY (Taylor Swift) meets VIVA LA VIDA (Coldplay)

really nice clash of both songs. At the end you hear why the pianist did this.
Really sweet to know he did this for his 7 year old daughter.

Starting early prep for my exams at the end of the month. hope i can clear all my mods. dont wish repeating any and delay graduation for another 2 months.
don't stop praying for me.



Thursday, April 30, 2009

Threadless.com
my tees finally arrived last thurday.

my long awaited parcel

well, not all 16 are mine. only got 6 for myself.

printscreen view before confirming the order.

online tees FTW!

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

The S Factor, it's ELECTRIFYING!

A tribute to some of the brightest and most original girls ever known to the sunny island of Singapore. Damn joke, seriously.

it's been a whole 1year and 1 month since stepping into SIM. it's been an awesome time. With the pretty slack timetable of 3hours a day, but 6days a week , it's been fun.
Made great friends, who have been project-mates for mostly all my assignments.
It's sad to realise that this 15month course is coming to an end, and it's the army for me. Indeed the Lord has seen be through another phase in life, and confident that He'll be with me as i enlist in Sept/Oct.

picture taken on the first week of school, April'08. for my group profile.

One crazy year later. slight difference as you can see. (hopefully for the better)
will sure miss studying for another 2years after this semester. so better piah now, and study real hard in compensation of the 2years of no brain activity. lol. dont wanna repeat a module too, then i would have to 'stay back'.

went to visit Allister in Changi General Hospital on the 18th of April. living the Grey's anatomy life aye. haha. but it's been tough for him, like having a needle in his hand for the drip of antibiotics.

you know with his new hairstyle, we couldnt identify him from the rest of the patients at the ward. like all the uncles there also had that cool hair-do. haha. Al's recovering at home now. We'll still keep you in prayer man!

Nigel playing with Al's bed level control. an attempt to crush him. haha

Sunday, April 19, 2009

life's just the way it is.



Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Best John Mayer Fan Ever

LMAO. checkk out thus few seconds worth of LOL and ROFL



Heidi Klum:
I Get That A Lot April Fools Prank (04/01/2009)
Double the LOL.


Mind Geek by nigahiga.
now the Ultimate ROFLMAO




Tuesday, April 07, 2009

A Familiar Face


[click to enlarge]
Check it out! it's tr penghui!
it's for some article on SAF goes platinum - in health promotion
[ http://www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/publications/cyberpioneer/news/2009/April/02apr09_news.html ]
just happened to go check if there's any updates on my NS portal and saw a familiar face. haha.

easter is this week. cant wait for the musicale. poor neglected blog. hai. need to update more.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

it's NEW MATH


stumbled upon this cool hilarious video just now. had to post it up. haha.
this dude is as talented and humourous like both Jason Mraz and Nigahiga combined. haha
check out this composed song of 3,134,193 hits thus far.

had NS-medical check up today. but i guess i'll leave it for another post.



Wednesday, February 25, 2009

circle of life.
Aunty nelly just passed away, only moments ago. was thinking of her on the way up to the office, before hearing the news. looking at the family camp poster with her in it which was plastered on the lift wall.
it has been a tough journey for her. vague memories of her singing with the evergreens for church events. And times where she would come over to our house for CAFE meetings, sometimes bring along goodies for my siblings and i.

yesterday in the car, my dad was going to visit aunty nelly so he decided to give me a lift to school. he was telling me about how it's good to go visit people in hospital. a source of support and encouragement for the family. and though aunty nelly cant respond, she might still be able to still understand on her side.
and aptly, the circle of life, from the lion king, by Elton john started to play on the radio.

From the day we arrive on the planet

And blinking, step into the sun

There's more to be seen than can ever be seen

More to do than can ever be done

...

In the circle of life

It's the wheel of fortune

It's the leap of faith

It's the band of hope

Till we find our place

On the path unwinding

In the circle,

the circle of life

Some of us fall by the wayside

And some of us soar to the stars

And some of us sail through our troubles

And some have to live with the scars

There's far too much to take in here

More to find than can ever be found

But the sun rolling high through the sapphire sky

Keeps great and small on the endless round

at prayer meeting pastor asked us to prayer for aunty nelly as she faces the last few weeks. never really thought it would be this soon. but i believe God has it all in His perfect plan. like cos pastor would be away in india for the week. and if she passes away then, he wouldnt be back in time for the vigil and all. pastor said he will be speaking on the idea of the valley of death. something no one really looks forward to. i'm glad that aunty nelly knew the Lord and had years of being a blessing to everyone, expressed through her jovial character. i remember going for her husband's vigil long time back in BethanyII, then i just tagged along with my parents, but not time round, more than just tagging.

God has us all in His perfect plan. something i'll be blogging about in my next post. now back to studying.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

What is Love?


found this funny/cute/weird video through another video in relation to Vday.
recently found out that my exams will be on the first week of march.
good and bad though.
good cos it's at least 2weeks before family camp. got time to prepare.
bad cos it means i've really got to start preparations, it's only less than 2weeks.
the exam craze is here again.

more than conquerors ftw!





Friday, February 13, 2009

have been trying to eat healthy this week. just so happened the chunk i took out looks like a heart-shape.

Going to watch the curious case of benjamin button today. the plot sounds awesome. 8.5 stars out of 10 on IMDB
On the day that Hurricane Katrina hits New Orleans, elderly Daisy Williams nee Fuller is on her deathbed in a New Orleans hospital. At her side is her adult daughter, Caroline. Daisy asks Caroline to read to her aloud the diary of Daisy's lifelong friend, Benjamin Button. Benjamin's diary recounts his entire extraordinary life, the primary unusual aspect of which was his aging backwards, being born an old man who was diagnosed with several aged diseases at birth and thus given little chance of survival, but who does survive and gets younger with time. Abandoned by his biological father, Thomas Button, after Benjamin's biological mother died in childbirth, Benjamin was raised by Queenie, a black woman and caregiver at a seniors home. Daisy's grandmother was a resident at that home, which is where she first met Benjamin. Although separated through the years, Daisy and Benjamin remain in contact throughout their lives, reconnecting in their forties when in age they finally match up. Some of the revelations in Benjamin's diary are difficult for Caroline to read, especially as it relates to the time past this reconnection between Benjamin and Daisy, when Daisy gets older and Benjamin grows younger into his childhood years.

at first i had my own theory that since he's reverse aging. then he would become a foetus and reverse and die. but i heard it didnt end that way. well i'll see later on tonight.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE!

Sunday, February 08, 2009

seniors and juniors.

went for my secondary school's family day get together. seeing familar faces really was heartwarming XD
and yeah yingen we really do look alike, ever since sec1. lol
stayed up the whole night to 'take care of the student', but we ended up catching up with old friends and playing stupid games. haha.
at 7am i took at 10min walk home for a shower and went off for school for presentation at 9.30am.
without slept i dozed off when others presented. sorry guys :S
went for another class after that.
then when i reached home at 5.30pm, i just plonked on the bed and slept.
woke up at 8am for church. abt 14.5hours.

well last week of assignments. then it's exam prep. gg lol.



Wednesday, January 28, 2009

* demand and supply graphs buzzing in my mind*
CNY was awesome, got to meet relatives and cousins i only get to see once a year or at funerals. lol. but yeah good time catching up. the usual comments like 'woah, so big already', however this year i've got this 3 times, 'woah look like korean actor ar'. should i be honoured or insulted? guess it's all in the hair lol. plus it's so expensive to get a hair cut during/before CNY, my reason/excuse for not getting a trim.


just a short post. got to get back to my 2 assignments due this week.

alittle something i did for jewel.
JEWEL: hope you're doing great over in perth. you're never online, maybe cos your computer's stuffed up. hope to catch up soon. i wonder if you're fitting in... dont embarrass yourself :P
still, the reality of you going havent set in, after more than a week already.

my pre-enlistment documentation.
had to get my head measured for my helmet size etc.
bank acc info for my NS-salary. wow. paid not to use your brain.
but looking forward to an awesome experience as i'm trained to defend the nation.
YES Singapore, i'm here to protect you. well goodbye hair. *sobsob*
but if everything goes right. i should enlist in september.

okay short post done.
got to start training for NAPFA test so i dont do extra weeks of Basic Military Training.