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Friday, December 29, 2006 @ 8:21 PM
Updates
Updates!

Hey all! Been a while since I last blogged.. sorry sorry.. all tied up with stuff.. anyways Im back safe and sound!

Been to the annual YDP - Youth Development Program which was held this year all the way at Ipoh! It was a horribly long ride up there: a total of 9 long hours!

Anyways, I found it pretty fun, being able to have fellowship with bretheren all over Malaysia! Most of them we've met in previous YDPs, so it was really nice to see them all again, especially the Klang people ^^. Learnt quite a bit there.. And the performances was just hilarious! Kudos to LAP who also put up a nice parody rendition of the 10 Virgins! Really laughed out loud! Anyways, here are some pictures..














Us having just dropped at the campsite!

Us preparing to rehearse our own performance
















The bug on my pillow ><















The lot playing Murderer..















The 10 male Virgins! LAP COC

After we came back, came the showdown with LAP for our annual sports meet. Our 1 fued with them ^^ Last year.. we were beaten a miserable 5-0. This year we were back, fitter, better, and with a grudge to settle. Man-to-man, it was like Chelsea vs Charlton. As we piled pressure on their strikers and dug deep our defenses, we fought hard, saving a penalty, but finally falling to a bizzare own goal. Better luck next year..

Many thanks to all who turned up at training sessions to practise, and thanks to those who gave their all on the pitch that day. And kudos to Uncle Chee Meng who was tremendous in front of goal, Lawrence for his tireless runs and to Zel (and the rest of the gals ^^;).. who cheered for us all the way! I could hear you my dear!

And to everyone reading my blog, Happy New Year!

Wednesday, December 13, 2006 @ 10:38 PM
Test
Haha.. tageed by Sandy to do this. Hmm haven seen you for quite a long time le.. should meet up sometime huh? With Jason or something haha..

Here goes!

1. Single, taken, or crushing?
- Totally taken
2. Are you happy with your life now?
- Yes.
3. When you meet the right person, will you fall for him/her fast?
- Hmm.. no I don't think so.. usually I take awhile haha..
4. Have you had your heart broken?
- Not really.. sad times la..
5. Do you believe there are circumstances where cheating love is acceptable?
- Nope.
6. Would you talk to someone back if he/cheats you?
- Never encountered this before lei..
7. Have you talked to another person about marriage before?
- Yeah.
8. Do you want children?
- Yes! Haha though I quite scared of kids lol.
9. How many?
- 2! Boy and girl. Haha girl older..
10. Would you consider adoption?
- Hmm.. don't think so.
11. If someone likes you right now, would you accept?
- No! haha.. happily attached to the most beautiful girl I know..
12. Do you enjoy getting into relationships?
- Haha.. its my first. I dunno.
13. Be honest, what did you & your ex did?
- Not Applicable.
14. Do you believe in love at first sight?
- Nope.
15. Are you romantic?
- Ok ba.. right Zel? =)
16. Do you believe you can change someone?
- Yes.
17. If you could marry somewhere, where would it be?
- Beach? Haha.. or even out at sea..
18. Do you easily give in when you're fighting?
- See situation ba.. sometimes I'm in the wrong also wad..
19. Do you have feelings for someone right now?
- Totally!
20. Have you ever wished you had someone, who loves you?
- Who doesn't? But I do have someone..
21. Have you ever broken a heart?
- Yes.. Regrettably.. But it was the right thing to do..
22. One day, if your best friend falls in love with the he/she you're deeply in love with, what would you do?
- Won't stop him. But doesn't mean I'll let him win ^^
23. Are you missing someone right now?
- Badly.. haha can reply me? Wanna hear your voice..

Done! Haha wasn't hard at all lol ^^

@ 9:45 PM
Koh Samui
Koh Samui

And finally, the time of my departure (from Singapore, that it) was at hand. Brimming with expectation to the long awaited trip to Koh Samui, we were all ready to go. So touching that Zel and my parents were there to see me off ^^.















So anyway, we went on the plane. Wasn't really big, but it was still reasonably comfortable. Just a little squeezy.. Food was great! Shimon couldn't get enough of the dessert. After and hour plus, touchdown!

The 6 of us before departure

On the plane!

So anyway we got to our destination and checked into the hotel. The room was gorgeous!! Its like.. perfect for honeymoon lor.. haha.. me and buddy had the room with one big bed..

Shiok sia! Haha.. Jealous yet? More pictures of the resort!

So anyways we had our sun-tanning, beach sports (which had me ending up with injured feet) and finally the Thai Massage! Haha.. shiok! It left me broke though ><.

2 things struck me in Koh Samui.

1. Everything seems half-completed. Buildings were left half done. Haha.

2. Drivers are skilled. Maybe extremely unsafe. They were all travelling at high speeds along narrow roads, with dials that are spoilt. (1 had a speedometer reading of 0 while we were travelling at what must have been easily 70) One was eating Gao Luk while driving! With both elbows on the wheel and trying to pry the nut open.. After awhile, concern turned to absolute faith in the fearless drivers of Koh Samui.

All in all.. it was a really nice trip. Haha.. check out justin's blog.. bet he'll have more pictures to share. Enjoy some more pictures! Others are in my com haha..

Thursday, December 07, 2006 @ 9:17 PM
Holiday
Holiday!

And my trip draws nearer.. But I haven't extended my passport!! >< die lo.. tml muz go.. haha.. Really can't wait to get on that plane to Koh Samui!

But I know I'll be missing people back home.. Wish me all the best!

Saturday, December 02, 2006 @ 9:18 AM
Long Break
Its been awhile since I really blogged.. Been pretty hectic these past days..

Been through a Methods of Instructions course which was absoulutely fun! Despite the serious pressure brought down upon us to put up a 40 min presentation, I think we all worked really hard (and through the night) to complete our Power Point slides. In the end, it was truly a great experience with group of instructors effervesing with energy and humour. Lol, now that I've been through this course, its only a matter of time before the arrows start flying.

Back to work on certain days during the course to an exploded inbox, quite sad.. but it was great that somehow I was able to catch up with the pace of work..

And the unhappy incident.. Not gonna talk too much about it but to those who wanna know, lets just say that I learnt that in any conflict, both parties are always wrong. There is no "your fault" or "my fault", just a combination of both. Perhaps the incident came about by a mixture of my insensitivity and her hidden introverted self. But I'm happy that one went past without raised voices. I'll always love you dear, but I really wish that you don't hold back, especially if you think I'm in the wrong. There's nothing worse than both parties fuelling their anger and disappointment in silence while thinking its the other parties' fault.

Gospel meeting started yesterday. This is an open invitation for all to come!

I'm fling off to Thailand soon! Extremely excited! Really needed this vacation! Been a long year and I'm steadily faling sicker by the months. Head exploding with info and work.. To the Gunners, I'll be seeing you! Watch out Jeremy!

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