안아줘요 - 10cm / Hug Me - 10cm Korean Sub

Cute song~

The Road Not Taken

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;

Then took the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim
Because it was grassy and wanted wear,
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,

And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I marked the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way
I doubted if I should ever come back.

I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I,
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference. 

Robert Frost

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Your responses indicate that you have a normal desire to share yourself with others. However, this need is not being adequately fulfilled at present.

As a result, you unconsciously attempt to treat this emptiness with momentary interests and temporary passions. If left unaddressed, this imbalance leads to impulsive behavior and unnecessary risks.

Past betrayals have left you generally suspicious of others’ behavior, particularly regarding romantic relationships. You fear you may be exploited if you open yourself too fully. Consequently, you often seek some proof of a new friend’s or lover’s sincerity before you decide to trust them.

Further complicating your relationships is the anxiety you have about your unfulfilled personal and professional goals. You fear that you’ve made decisions that weren’t in your own best interest, or failed to take advantage of opportunities when they presented themselves.

The desire to overcome these challenges sometimes lead you to seem pushy or even arrogant. Because this competitive urge is not always apparent to others, they are often surprised by it.

However, the passion that underlies your desire for success is unique. This makes you unlike others. You cannot simply accept what life has to offer; you aspire for more.

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Did a test at Byzantium. Very clever marketing, but its also quite scary how accurately it describes my thoughts. Apparently its not random. Did the test twice, had new questions and the results came out the same. 

3 Confirmations

In November 2009, I received a prophecy from Pst Derek in a retreat at jb. The prophecy says that I'd move mightily in signs and wonders, moving in the gifts of the Holy Spirit, giving Word of Wisdom, Word of Knowledge, to prophesy, and to preach with boldness.

I gladly received the Word, but was soon faced with much challenges in my personal life.
Soon after, I lost faith in that prophecy and doubted that the Word was meant for me..

For the past 2 cell group meetings, God moved and stirred in my heart. He gave a Word to me, through me. As I heard myself speak, I was surprised.

The first Word was to prophesy to the dry bones in the valley. The second Word was that God will lead us to the Rock, and on that Rock, we build our foundation.

Both Word were good, yet I had doubts that God used me and maybe because they were "popular" verses and are often used quoted in Church.

But today, as we had leaders meeting, we were playing corporately, I felt God reminding me of the prophecy that was given to me. Then He immediately pointed out how the 2 Words that was given through me in cell group has been confirmed by Pst Kong and Pst Tan.

In my mind, I was still struggling with unbelief. Because both verses were popular verses and during this season of time, you tend to hear them a lot.

So in my mind I was thinking of Moses, and how he raised his arms in worship and that gave the Israelites the victory. So I thought to myself "if there's a mention of Moses and him lifting in arms, I believe"

Soon after, Pst Tan spoke of Moses and how he raised the bronze staff and rallied the Israelites together.

I was amazed. Then I asked God why then is there such a long wait. He then reminded me of another prophecy, which was given to me many years ago, under my first/second CGL.

It said that I am like an arrow in the quiver. I do not know when I would be used, however in the process of waiting, my character, behaviours and beliefs and being moulded. And once I'm being released by God, the arrow will hit the bulls eye.

Immediately I felt the peace of God in my heart, knowing that He is in control of the entire situation and He still remembers me.

Though I was faithless, God remained faithful and He keeps His promises.
In this season, I felt a deeper need to be consecrated for Him. A deeper need to be in depth with His Word and His presence.

I thank God for not forsaking me and remembering the promises He made.

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How Met Your Mother - Yellow Umbrella Girl Sighting

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N'SYNC - God Must Have Spent (Boyce Avenue acoustic cover) on iTunes

At the end of the day, its all about loving God, and loving people.

Son Yeon Jae ribbon final - Olymipic games London 2012

Best performance among the 4 categories. Amazing. Totally mesmerized and amazed.

Son Yeon Jae clubs final - Olympic games London 2012

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How do you NOT fall in love with this girl?

Michael Bublé - "Everything" [Official Music Video]

You make me sing.
You're every line, every word. You're everything

Journey of a Run

Started my run at about 5pm. Decided not to go fast or take long strides as I thought my destination would be quite a distance away and I didn't want to burn out so soon.

Well, barely before 1km, I started to feel my calves aching. Either my calves lacked the strength or there's something wrong with my running technique. Pushing on, I tried to not think about the ache.

Barely 2km, I felt tired, yet not tired. My legs were tired, but my heart-rate wasn't exactly thumping at 80-90%. Felt more like 60-65%, very comfortable. Just very tired legs.

Walked several times. 

Felt really dry, ran to KAP for a cup of iced water at McDonalds. 

Continued running and walking towards my destination.

Throughout the run, my mind kept switching between two thoughts.

1. Reach West Coast Park before sunset.
2. I can't make it fast enough before sunset.

As I fiddled with my thoughts, it affected how I ran too. As I focused on reaching WCP before sunset, I was able to push myself to continuously run and not think about the pain. And the pain did go away as I continued running.

But the moment I allowed weakness in my thoughts, my body responded immediately and I couldn't run anymore. 

I also realised that as much as the Spirit is willing, sometimes the body is really weak. As much as I really wanted to push myself to run further and faster, my body is not conditioned to take such abuse and harsh environments. Until my body finally got acclimatised, and the weather was much cooler, I was able to persist for longer distances. 

I also realised that during the journey, the natural tendency is to focus on the pain, on what is happening now. However, as I started to focus on the possibilities of my destination, of how beautiful the sunset would be, I was able to push myself further.

Likewise, many times in our daily walk with God, the journey is not easy. We stumble and we fall. I definitely have stumbled and fell many times, and sometimes I fall so hard, it's also painful to even get back up and continue walking and believing.

However, if I were to focus on the destination, it doesn't matter how long I take to reach my destination. Just as long as I do not give up and I continue moving towards the goal that I set before me, I'd eventually finish the journey and reach my destination. 

Recent times has caused me to really fall, hard. I could only blame myself for feeling that way and even acting on it, which was extremely foolish. However, this incident has the potential to mold me, to become stronger and more dependent on God. To find my sense of security in Him, my identity and my self-worth in Him. 

And when I finally reach my destination, I know that I'd feel the journey's worth it. 

My next challenge.. To reach East Coast Park before Sunrise. (30km)

*I googled the distance between my place and WCP. Its just slighly beyond 10km. -_- Not much of a distance actually.

I am not somebody special; just an ordinary guy.

Maybe that's why I love Calvin and Hobbes so much. He's just an ordinary kid, yet extraordinary. 

He has a special relationship with his imaginary friend, one who would never disappoint him and is always there for him. 

One that goofs around with him, and yet, also share quirky life experiences.

Full of adventures together and also fighting all the time. Yet they are cannot be separated.

Friends like this are hard to come by. 

Frisky Victoria's Secret employee

Shaken from a dream.

I was in a fortified place, I was not alone. The 'force' I was with was able to slay tigers and lions in an instant. It was a mystery and it was bizarre.

Ferocious tigers and lions would suddenly drop dead, and disappear.

But this 'force' would then tug me from behind, wanting me to turn around. I hesitated, I resisted. Then I gave in and turned, even in the physical sense, I knew my body turned around too.

And I woke up in shock.

The presence made me feel super uncomfortable, I felt unsafe. Fear and anxiety gripped my heart. An image of a face keeps coming back to me. My mind keeps going back to the dream..

What is this force? ...
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Shaken from a dream.

I was in a fortified place, I was not alone. The 'force' I was with was able to slay tigers and lions in an instant. It was a mystery and it was bizarre.

Ferocious tigers and lions would suddenly drop dead, and disappear.

But this 'force' would then tug me from behind, wanting me to turn around. I hesitated, I resisted. Then I gave in and turned, even in the physical sense, I knew my body turned around too.

And I woke up in shock.

The presence made me feel super uncomfortable, I felt unsafe. Fear and anxiety gripped my heart. An image of a face keeps coming back to me. My mind keeps going back to the dream..

What is this force? ...
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Lifehouse - You And Me

City Harvest Church

Its 3 days after. Figured that I would be too emotionally charged up to write something that makes sense.

Firstly, my stand is "Standing with City Harvest Church. I won't be who I am, if not for what they have done." And very interestingly, it was picked up by Wall Street Journal.

Anyway, my reasons are relatively simple. Besides my natural family being here for me for the past 28 years, CHC has been a constant source of encouragement, inspiration and character development.

Through the Word of God, I have been transformed and through the preaching of the Word, I have grew in faith; not just in God and in His Word, but also in myself.

In Church, I learned about living beyond my comfort zone, serving and meeting the needs of others and living my life based on the Word of God. I do not claim that I am the "perfected" one. I still make mistakes and get discipled. But at the end of the day, its always for the betterment of me.

In Church, I served in various ministries like Security, City Harvest Community Services Association and the Cell-Group Ministry. In was in such ministries, I learned more about myself as I served others. Such experiences gave me the opportunity to connect with various ones, lead teams, witness transformation in lives and meeting needs. If I were not in Church, I'd probably be quite a narrow minded, cynical and selfish person.

In Church, I learned to give. Yes, I tithe 10% of my gross income to CHC, every month. And yes, I also give to my Mom monthly too. Was it difficult to manage my finances? Yes, definitely. My ever increasing phone bill, insurance and investments, transport costs, food and all. But I am a believer of sowing and reaping. God is my provider and He provides for me. Yes, there are days I struggle, yet somehow, He provides.

I also appreciate my family for providing for my studies and daily needs as well, I thank God for my family daily and though I do not express it enough, I am really grateful to be in the Kuek family.

Were there times when I got too emotional and gave beyond my means? Yes, but everything turned out fine. God came through, miracles happen and all is fine.

From an outsider point of view, you might not understand why we do what we do. My family has reminded me time and time again, and I appreciate it. It keeps me in check. But if you, as a friend/stranger/concerned citizen, tell me what to do.. Who gave you the rights? Thank you for being concerned, but if you do not understand (or think you understand) please try not to give "constructive" comments. You may not understand, until you are part of the vision.

I thank God that on social media platforms, there's a great outpouring of testimonials about the love of God demonstrated in CHC. How Pastor Kong, Sun and Pastor Tan made a difference in the lives of so many.

Though the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him.

The Crossover Project, that started 10 years ago, has seen thousands of lives changed and transformed. Ordinary folks like me have experienced the power of God, listened to Sun's testimony and Pastor Kong's messages of faith.

Now if you were that hopeless and aimless youth/adult, would you be filled with gratitude when someone cares enough to take care of you, teaches you that there is a greater purpose to live for and connects you to the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords?

Allegations are allegations. My trust is with Pastor Kong, Sun, Pastor Tan, Eng Han, Sharon, John Lam, Meng Hao and Jacqueline. This will not stop me from attending CHC, from worshipping, from tithing, from doing my best. We are not people who are blinded, or idolise the leadership. Simply said, we are just fools for Christ, to build and expand His Kingdom, whichever way God has spoken to the leadership.

It is not a religion I subscribe to, but a relationship that I'm connected in.

We are family.
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When everything is in a mess and nothing seems to be going my way, my God reigns. He is in control, He never forsakes and He is here.

He is above all, the greatest among all and He will never fail me.

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Times when I wish I could do more for something or someone.. 

I strongly believe one of the ways I show love and appreciation is by acts of service. 

Though sometimes people do not know, but at the end of the day, as long as others are blessed, I am blessed.

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HH encouraged me, saying that I was the best house captain for the camp.. I was quite humbled and encouraged because I felt that I did not do a lot, neither did I really "rah-rah" the house all the time. All the other house captains were just as amazing and awesome.

We all did what we could, to the best of our ability, being available and ready to do whatever that we might have to do. 

End of the day, I thank God for such a great opportunity to serve alongside the leaders. Watching them run the camp was amazing; they brought unity and such great effectiveness in the camp. Though there were hiccups, solutions were never too far away and no problem too difficult for them to handle. 

I remember HH sharing with me last year that as we serve, there must be joy in doing what we are doing, then it won't be tiring.

I recall having lots of laughter and joy together with the other house captains, the commandants as we went through each day. I looked forward to meeting the other captains, the commandants and the members. Everyone was having fun, cheering and encouraging each other on.

At the end of the day, the toughness and tiredness is not remembered. But whats left at the end of the day, is the joy in serving.. The joy in seeing lives changed and transformed for God.. The joy of being in His presence, worshiping Him. 

Heaven on Earth

MJ Zone "Live Strong" Camp 2012 has ended, but its just the beginning of a new chapter, a new season in the lives of many.

Despite the tiredness, feeling uncomfortable and thirsty all day, once the presence of God came... It felt like heaven on earth.

Its a feeling that cannot be comprehended. A feeling that no words can express the love, admiration and gratitude I have for God. He came and did a surgery in my heart.. He came and took away all my tiredness and gave me strength to believe.

I did not see any mighty vision or received a mighty prophecy.... But God's presence was more than enough for me. I could do this all my life, for more of His presence... More of Him in my life.

Spirit -> Soul -> Body

Spirit and Soul must come in agreement before the body can be used by God for His works. Else, it would be just human efforts.

Spirit is constantly in contact and communication with the Holy Spirit. As the Holy Spirit speaks, the soul is just supposed to facilitate the thought, not judge it.

When there is total agreement, no doubts or fears, then the power of God flows through the body, into the lives of others.

Being sensitive to His presence and His voice. Allowing the Holy Spirit to speak through me, into the lives of others. Carrying and being aware of Him.


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Lingering thoughts are kinda the worst kind of memories. They just linger around and pops up whenever there's a trigger or at random moments.

Especially worst when the memories do seem somewhat similar to the situations/circumstance. Then random negative thoughts start filling up your mind and you kinda start feeling down and defeated.

Put on e mind of Christ, the bible says.

So one can only assume that daily, regularly and habitually, one HAS to put ON the mind of Christ. Its not a natural thing to do, but after developing it, I suppose it should become something as natural as putting on clothes, or even brushing teeth twice daily.

When one puts on the mind of God, how are the negative thoughts dissipated? Its very unlikely that mindless repetitive confession of a bible verse would help, UNLESS its a Rhema Word from God.

The Word is a lamp onto our feet. The Word gives very clear directions. And the Word, the Logos, resides in our mind. It becomes a Rhema when it strikes a chord with our heart and immediately the mind is renewed.

And when its a Rhema Word, the repetitive confession of a bible verse helps because one BELIEVES in it. The mind then renews because the heart is convinced.

The truth of the matter, is the heart.

Guard your heart, for out of it springs the issues of life.

How do we guard our hearts?

Everyday we choose to believe what we want to believe in. A rich man can believe that he's in poverty and chooses to work extra time to earn extra cash, yet a not-so-rich man can believe that he's living in abundance and chooses to spend time with his family.

If I choose to believe that people are against me, then people ARE against me. Which results in my heart being heavily guarded and defensive against people, because I believed that they are against me and they will hurt me. So in order not to be hurt by them, I build walls all around my heart.

Circumstances, encounters and experiences can change beliefs. Praise God for the good ones as they strengthen our beliefs in others, in ourselves.

But the bad ones? They too can become a stepping stone and probably some of the most important decisions ever made is during tough times. Decisions like letting go, forgiving and choosing to love.
Always not easy to guard our hearts. Sometimes we have been so wounded, its so difficult. Heartbreak can be literally felt and as you cry out, it feels like no one understands.

Yet there is a High Priest who does understand, and He never fails to be with me.

I may feel alone, but I never am.

What am I believing in? Its not just about the positive confessions... But what do I really believe in?

Let there be a rhema, to renew my mind.

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If I under value myself, then I allow others to under value myself too.
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Its often said that if something is good, it will be worth waiting for it.

So while in the midsts of waiting, do things and prepare yourself for the day when you get what you have been waiting for.

Its like, "Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart."

Be it the area of your calling, ministry, relationships or finances, do not grow weary.

Not getting tired doing the 'boring' things over and over again. Not tired doing the same old routine repeatedly. Not tired being good. The Word of God promises us that we will reap what we have sown.

Sometimes the outcome may not be what we expect. But God's ways are higher than our ways. We may feel 'cheated', but trust in Him and in His heart, that He gives the best gifts for us.

What we think is the best, may not be the best for us.

Open up your mind, your heart. What God is doing in your life, in my life?

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Sundown Marathon 2012

Third marathon. Heavy rain and pain in the right knee.

Not much of excuse for a really slow timing of 6:19hrs. Hoping that I'd better 5:55hrs during the end of year Singapore Marathon.

End of the day, the truth of the matter is that I lacked training. The discipline to run 2-3x a week, increasing in my mileage and speed. And most definitely, doing strengthening exercises for my legs.

Why do I run so much? Not that I really love it, or am into it.

I've no idea.


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A greater sense of purpose.

To empower, equip and enrich the lives of the generations to come.

3 nights with Dr Robi Sonderegger.

Desperately wanted to attend the morning sessions, but because of work commitments.... I can't.

But the 3 nights with Dr Robi was amazing. Totally beyond my expectations, imagination. I feel so empowered to make a difference, empowered knowing that there is hope, empowered knowing that God is here with me.

The call to serve beyond the needs of myself. Looking beyond my own needs, and looking into the needs of the people around me.

I feel a change of seasons. A period where all are charged up, in the quiver, ready to be used by God.

Before we are being sent, be watchful, guard our hearts. Don't let this fire be quenched.

Think God is really quite humorous sometimes. Mentored a youth and the things he shared sounds very similar to what I have experienced, and am experiencing.

I feel like I'm speaking to myself as I'm encouraging him.

Relationship is like flying a kite. You got to release the string, then the kite would be able to fly higher, on its own. Yet there will be times when the string has to be reeled in, to prevent the kite from falling.

But, unlike flying kites, the act of releasing sometimes is difficult. Tons and tons of questions, fears and doubts. Sometimes I'm afraid of losing someone special, sometimes I feel I suffocated the person. Or sometimes I'm just afraid that the person thinks I'm giving up.

So complicated. But I do enjoy the moments when the kite is flying on its own and the tension on the string is just right. Just wish that it stays longer that way.

Or perhaps, I am just thinking too much again. Maybe there's no kite at the end of the string.
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Random Reflections

I stared at this screen for a good 15 minutes. There are many things that I can blog about, but I just can't translate it to words, or I simply cannot put it up here online.

In general, going through everyday life and experiencing its ups and downs is kinda settling in now. Work brings joy, sometimes it brings total misery. Joy because some students really do cheer me up and they are a joy to teach, encourage and inspire. However, a handful would bring misery, though its because of very understandable circumstances, it's still a challenge and difficulty to handle.

I am extremely thankful for my workplace, my colleagues and my bosses. I feel that I am really very blessed and favored in my workplace. Thank God for all that He has done, and placing me in such a wonderful environment. Though there are times when I wished things were done in a different way, but I suppose it's for the best for everyone. 

I am extremely grateful to my Cellgroup's constant support and encouragement. I'm not the most patient guy around and I can be quite demanding at times, but their love for me and constant encouragements really keeps me going on. Many of them has played a huge role in my life, in my transformation, and they are they reason why E506 exists. 

I am far from perfection, laden with fears and insecurities. I feel ashamed to even feel that way and sometimes I just find myself feeding my mind the wrong emotions and thoughts. However friends around me have been supportive and understanding; sometimes much to my surprise. 

There are many things I could have done better, could have thought more positively and could have been a little more secure in myself and not think too much, or be hyper-sensitive. Sometimes I really wonder why do I even feel and think that way. I suppose this is a mountain, a lion or a bear for me to overcome, for me to slay and for me to have victory over. 

There are days when I feel I have gained a foothold in the mountain. But there are also times when I feel overwhelmed by the sheer size of the mountain. 

Sometimes I just wish things were easier and I have someone who I could trust, depend and share with, just someone who's there for me and with me. But I suppose that's not the way to go as I should be trusting, depending and leaning on God.. Learning and always putting Him first in my life and allowing Him to shape my character.

I suppose the lesson learned here is that my identity is built in Christ, not on another person. And till the day I learn to build my identity in Christ.. I'll probably struggle repeatedly.

It's not just about knowing that I am a Child of God. But maybe the very reason and purpose of my existence? I feel like I am still waiting to enter the promised land, the place where it is flowing with milk and honey, where everyday is a joy and fulfilling. 

I feel I am wrestling, struggling and also wandering; and wondering.

Today for CG, I was reminded. Why do I do what I want to do? Is it for personal glory or is it for the glory of God? May my heart be purified and may my desires be cleansed. It's not about setting out to be the biggest, greatest and strongest.. But being one who makes a difference in someone else's life. One who brings God into a godless equation and one who puts others before himself.

Sometimes its difficult, it hurts and it may not be worth it. But I'd want to be there, one that readily accepts, understands and being physically present. 

I want to serve, to make a difference in someone's life.

Ryan Cabrera - True (Video) Album Version

Scrolled through tumblr and someone posted this song up. Fondly remembered listening to this song a lot when I was younger.

Sometimes when words cannot express what we feel, a song comes along and fills in all the gap

Rod Stewart - Sailing [HQ]

Timeless classic.

I had an interview with a counsellor and he shared that he had a client who has been seeing him for 12 years. Immediately, I asked if there were changes or improvements in the person's life.

I was quite surprised at this reply.

He said, "No. In this case, its more of managing the issue. Its like a chronic issue, something like diabetes."

Somehow, I always had the impression that people's lives will definitely turn better after seeking help. I've never really heard or realised that sometimes its about managing the issue.

Quite amazed at that 'revelation' as it shows me that it does not mean that once you have broke-through, it would not come back and haunt you.

I've been really bugged about an issue in my life and it has really been bothering me. I thought everything was fine, until I was being tested in that area again.

It feels like a bondage, feels like a mental thing that weighs me down. I've no idea how to overcome it, except to do something that takes my mind off the issue, and in the process, hope that I enjoy doing it. Else, I'll just sink deeper.

And the last time this happened, I simply isolated my emotions and shut down, as much as I could. Escapism? A new word I learned today.

So today, when the counsellor mentioned about managing the issue, immediately I felt that's what I needed to do.

Yea. Face up to it, manage my emotions and allow God to fix me up.
If only I had more time with the counsellor. I'd probably ask him a lot of questions.

And the really strange thing... I felt really comfortable during the interview. Yes, I had interview jitters, but I felt comfortable to be honest, to share what I really felt and think.

And that's the best feeling I ever felt this few weeks.
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Many thoughts. Little words


Can't express how I feel.

A Dog's Purpose?(from a 6-year-old)

.Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa , and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ''I know why.''

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.

He said,''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?'' The Six-year-old continued,

''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.

Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.

Take naps.

Stretch before rising.

Run, romp, and play daily.

Thrive on attention and let people touch you.

Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.

On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.

When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

Be loyal.

Never pretend to be something you're not.

If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.

When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.




There comes a time in life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh, forget the bad, and focus on the good. So, love the people who treat you right. Think good thoughts for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. Falling down is part of LIFE...Getting back up is LIVING...


Have a great life.
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Channing Tatum "The Vow" Guitar Solo

The Vow - Channing Tatum play guitar scene

Best quality I could find in youtube. This scene made me pick up my guitar and play it again. Awesome movie too.

Maybe, shouldn't, wouldn't, couldn't and haven't But maybe its not what I think, feel and see.

Despite all, I find myself returning. Was I being wise in doing that? Sometimes it feels like I am running away, hiding and masking it all.

Yet finding it difficult.

David Choi - Won't Even Start - Official Music Video - Wong Fu Productions

Nice concept of the video :)

Isaiah 41

1 Keep silence before Me, O coastlands, Keep silence before Me, O coastlands, And let the people renew their strength! Let them come near, then let them speak; Let us come near together for judgment. 2 Who raised up one from the east? Who in righteousness called him to His feet? Who gave the nations before him, And made him rule over kings? Who gave them as the dust to his sword, As driven stubble to his bow? 3 Who pursued them, and passed safely By the way that he had not gone with his feet? 4 Who has performed and done it, Calling the generations from the beginning? I, the Lord, am the first; And with the last I am He. 5 The coastlands saw it and feared, The ends of the earth were afraid; They drew near and came. 6 Everyone helped his neighbor, And said to his brother, Be of good courage! 7 So the craftsman encouraged the goldsmith; He who smooths with the hammer inspired him who strikes the anvil, Saying, It is ready for the soldering; Then he fastened it with pegs, That it might not totter. 8 But you, Israel, are My servant, Jacob whom I have chosen, The descendants of Abraham My friend. 9  You whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, And called from its farthest regions, And said to you, You are My servant, I have chosen you and have not cast you away: 10 Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. 11 Behold, all those who were incensed against you Shall be ashamed and disgraced; They shall be as nothing, And those who strive with you shall perish. 12 You shall seek them and not find them Those who contended with you. Those who war against you Shall be as nothing, As a nonexistent thing. 13 For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand, Saying to you, Fear not, I will help you. 14 Fear not, you worm Jacob, You men of Israel! I will help you, says the Lord And your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel. 15 Behold, I will make you into a new threshing sledge with sharp teeth; You shall thresh the mountains and beat them small, And make the hills like chaff. 16 You shall winnow them, the wind shall carry them away, And the whirlwind shall scatter them; You shall rejoice in the Lord, And glory in the Holy One of Israel. 17 The poor and needy seek water, but there is none, Their tongues fail for thirst. I, the Lord, will hear them; I, the God of Israel, will not forsake them. 18 I will open rivers in desolate heights, And fountains in the midst of the valleys; I will make the wilderness a pool of water, And the dry land springs of water. 19 I will plant in the wilderness the cedar and the acacia tree, The myrtle and the oil tree; I will set in the desert the cypress tree and the pine And the box tree together, 20 That they may see and know, And consider and understand together, That the hand of the Lord has done this, And the Holy One of Israel has created it.

Read it using Pastor Phil's voice.
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Romans 8:24-25

For we were saved in this hope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does one still hope for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with perseverance.

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Psalm 71

1 O LORD, I have come to you for protection;
don’t let me be disgraced.2 Save me and rescue me,
for you do what is right.
Turn your ear to listen to me,
and set me free.3 Be my rock of safety
where I can always hide.
Give the order to save me,
for you are my rock and my fortress.4 My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked,
from the clutches of cruel oppressors.5 O Lord, you alone are my hope.
I’ve trusted you, O LORD, from childhood.6 Yes, you have been with me from birth;
from my mother’s womb you have cared for me.
No wonder I am always praising you!7 My life is an example to many,
because you have been my strength and protection.8 That is why I can never stop praising you;
I declare your glory all day long.9 And now, in my old age, don’t set me aside.
Don’t abandon me when my strength is failing.10 For my enemies are whispering against me.
They are plotting together to kill me.11 They say, “God has abandoned him.
Let’s go and get him,
for no one will help him now.”12 O God, don’t stay away.
My God, please hurry to help me.13 Bring disgrace and destruction on my accusers.
Humiliate and shame those who want to harm me.14 But I will keep on hoping for your help;
I will praise you more and more.15 I will tell everyone about your righteousness.
All day long I will proclaim your saving power,
though I am not skilled with words.t16 I will praise your mighty deeds, O Sovereign LORD.
I will tell everyone that you alone are just.17 O God, you have taught me from my earliest childhood,
and I constantly tell others about the wonderful things you do.18 Now that I am old and gray,
do not abandon me, O God.
Let me proclaim your power to this new generation,
your mighty miracles to all who come after me.19 Your righteousness, O God, reaches to the highest heavens.
You have done such wonderful things.
Who can compare with you, O God?20 You have allowed me to suffer much hardship,
but you will restore me to life again
and lift me up from the depths of the earth.21 You will restore me to even greater honor
and comfort me once again.22 Then I will praise you with music on the harp,
because you are faithful to your promises, O my God.
I will sing praises to you with a lyre,
O Holy One of Israel.23 I will shout for joy and sing your praises,
for you have ransomed me.24 I will tell about your righteous deeds
all day long,
for everyone who tried to hurt me
has been shamed and humiliated.

On days like this, I wonder what can be done to feel better. Random, nonsensical thoughts are just running through my head. 

Don't be a generation of complainers, instead, be a generation that speaks encouragement and blessings at all times.

Be the ones that inspire and aspires to be a good example for many to follow

Be the ones that speak wisely, not with idle words. As out of the heart, the mouth speaks. Guarding our hearts, not allowing worldly attitudes creep into it.

Be the ones that speak life, not with spikes and curses. There's power in our spoken word and this power can build, as much as it can destroy.

Be the ones that make a change, not whining and pinning that there's nothing you can do.

Can one man make a difference? Yes. One at a time.
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Just finished reading this book called "Heaven is for Real" a true account of a little boy, who got really sick, went to heaven during the surgery and then came back to Earth and in random moments, or triggered, shares about it.

I was totally amazed by the book. Words cannot describe what I feel, but what I do know is that its amazing in Heaven.

The boy's child-like faith, constant reminder of how much Jesus loves us and how huge God is never fails to touch my heart. Every chapter is amazing and the encounters are beyond imagination.

Throughout the book, I am constantly amazed by the child-like faith the little boy had. The author narrates him usually speaking with a matter of fact tone, with all sincerity and honesty.

I started to evaluate my own life.

After being a Christian for donkey years, have I turned into a professional Christian? One that knows scriptures and promises of Jesus, yet without encounters and personal experiences with the Most High.

I faintly remember praying the most child-like faith prayers when I was a baby Christian.. "Gentle breeze as I sleep through e night" "Stop the rain as I'm leaving for sch, continue e rain only when I am back in shelter"

And these prayers were answered for me, not just once, but many times! Maybe most people would say, "That's good, God is building up your faith to pray and to believe in Him." But I guess its also because of the child-like faith that I had, absolutely believing that God will hear and answer my prayers.

When was the last time I prayed and God answered?

Has my relationship with God become an act of works? Do I do it because I have to... Or because I want to?

When in a close relationship with someone, they are constantly in your thoughts and in your speech. They are the first people that you turn to, no matter what you feel.

Has God been sidelined in my life? Am I still fiercely guarding the spot that God rightfully remains in my life, or have I allowed other things to take over Him?

So many questions, thoughts and feelings from a simple short book.
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Can mental strength be linked to discipline?

Just witnessed a bunch of X-Country Runners from Nan Hua High School pushing the chairs back to their original places as they are leaving the cafe in MacRitchie Reservoir.

Seems like a rare phenomena as its something not common in my school.

Not sure if there's a direct correlation between mental strength and discipline, but I feel that students who are mentally stronger, tend to be able to disciplined.

Somewhat, I realized when I was in e Army, I was able to push myself easily, beating my timings whenever I ran and pushing my body to the limits. It was all linked to the discipline of my mind and body.

However after I'm out of the Army, the mind and body is not as disciplined as before and I do not push myself as hard as before. My mental strength has depleted and my discipline to run just as much, just as fast, has waned.

Discipline is also telling yourself to do what you do not like to do, and you would need a fair bit of mental strength to do that. Its like what the bible says, to crucify our flesh.

How do we develop mental strength? Probably the only way I know how is positive self talk, and the bible is full of promises for us to cling onto, that speaks faith into us.

And I guess to a certain extend, sometimes there's a need to be ruthless on our flesh. In context of running, if I do not push myself and run beyond my comfort zone, I will never improve. However, it is extremely painful to run and stretch the distance, loads of negative self talk, pain and exhaustion comes to the mind.

But it is usually because of that one, or a few, reasons that keeps someone going, pushing beyond the limits.

Perhaps without discipline, I believe one is able to achieve much. But with discipline, the right mental motives and faith as the backbone, one is able to achieve much more.
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Snap out of it.

Its not about how I feel.

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Bible teaches us not to judge, lest we get judged ourselves.

At a course I attended recently, I realized that many of the thoughts, things that I say are actually very judgmental! Based on what I see, I "judged" the person. It may be a reflection of what the person is feeling, but it's not 100% accurate.

That experience got me thinking very hard. I understand that the verse means that we do not condemn another Christian who might have sinned, but we lovingly educate the Christian, in hope of leading the person to repentance. Closely related to discipleship, it is extremely important, however if its not done properly, relationships would be broken and it would lead to disappointments and hurts.

I also realized that sometimes my perspective of someone do affect the way I communicate to that person and it is potentially dangerous as I am not demonstrating love in my actions.

As the younger generations are getting better education and unlimited access on the Internet, it is increasingly difficult to contain and shape them to be of a certain "pattern" and "style". Everyone's into expressing and being themselves.

The danger lies when I become "judgmental" in my point of view and feel that maybe that person is not ready because they did not display a certain "trait". I also believe that if I really want to, I would be able to find flaws in that person, just to justify myself.

But that's being totally judgmental isn't it?


What was going on in the person's mind? What caused them to do what they did? How did they arrive at the decision?

My guess is that sometimes we do not even know the answers to the questions above, and we jump into conclusion. Many times, I have done it myself, often accusing students for not paying attention or being extremely lazy. But usually after probing, its usually linked with something that affected their morale, their emotional well-being.

No matter what, nobody likes to be judged wrongly.