RESTING

Hi folks!

I AM OFFICALLY ON SABBATICAL!

I'll be BACK!!! Continue to love Jesus, because He loves you!

Sayonara my friends!

Sincerely: dpyc

DAY OF RAYS

Today is a public holiday so there is no class. Since it is a p. holiday, I could sleep a little later; however, I was awakened by my dad.


It has been raining these past few days because it is the rainy season. It rains almost everyday- whether in the morning, or in the afternoon, or in the evening, or at night.

Today my dad saw something, something very spectacular. It does not always happen around my "taman". My dad saw rays of light streaming forth from behind the trees. It was so clear and beautiful. In addition to that, since it was after a heavy rain, the leaves and trees were covered with droplets of water. When the sun's rays hit the droplets of water, they sparkled, like precious diamonds everywhere. =) It was magnificent.


My dad walked up to my room and woke me up. Eyes still half closed, I went looking for my camera, loaded the charged batteries and ran downstairs. I took quite a number of shots.


Besides that, I found a green-funny-looking grasshopper, some spider-webs but no clue where the spiders were, and a cluster of golden-black ants.




Just a few hours ago, in the evening, as the sun was setting, behind the clouds, a broad ray of golden light streamed across the sky. As the sun begun to set, fainter rays shot forth from behind the thick clouds. =D I am grateful that I could see the sunset every single day. I wish I could see the sunrise. That would definitely be beautiful. But I am still grateful and glad. I told my dad, I woke up in the morning and there were rays of sunshine and when I rest there were rays of sunshine too! haha...God is awesome!


I therefore name this day - 10/1/2008 : A DAY OF RAYS!!

Here are some shots taken in the morning and in the evening. Enjoy =)





heart-shaped leaf




sun rays streaming through the trees





Purple Beauty

droplets of water on the leaf

the funny-looking grasshopper

I am the king of the green or the jungle?? LOL!!

evening rays emitted at sunset

That is all! God bless and have a pleasant day tomorrow!!

Sincerely: dpyc

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- When God saw everything that he had made, he pronunced it good ! -

MILK COW MILK COW MILK COW

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( [O O] ) Moo moo moo!! HAHAHA!!..

..really random! Cute right?LOL!

That is all for today! It rained heavily, so the best thing to do is...SLEEP!! Good night my friends..=D

- D.P.Y.C -

PEN AND PAPER

- Writing is Thinking on paper -

- William Zinnies -

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When God closes one door, He opens another door

Sincerely: dpyc

THE STORM

A MUST READ!!!

Ps. for those who cries easily, please get a tissue box...just in case you need it! haha..=)

Enjoy the story!

A true story:

After a few of the usual sunday evening hymns, the church's pastor slowly stood up, walked over to the pulpit and, before he gave his sermon for the evening, briefly introduced a guest minister who was in the service that evening. In the introduction, the pastor told the congregation that the guest minister was one of his dearest childhood friends and that he wanted him to have a few moments to greet the church and share whatever he felt would be appropriate for the service.

With that, an elderly man stepped up to the pulpit and began to speak.

"A father, his son, and a friend of his son were sailing off the Pacific coast," he began, "when a fast approaching storm blocked any attempt to get back to the shore. The waves were so high, that even though the father was an experienced sailor, he could not keep the boat upright and the three were swept into the ocean as the boat capsized."

The old man hesitated for a moment, making eye contact with the two teenagers who were, for the first time since the service began, looking somewhat interested in his story. The aged minister continued with his story, "Grabbing a rescue line, the father had to make the most excruciating decision of his life: to which boy would he throw the other end of the life line. He only had seconds to make the decision. The father knew that his son was a Christian and he also knew that his son's friend was not. The agony of his decision could not be matched by the torrent of the waves. As the father yelled out, 'I love you son!', he threw out the life line to his son's friend."

"By the time the father had pulled the friend back to the capsized boat, his son had disappeared beneath the raging swells into the black of the night. His body was never recovered."

By this time, the two teenagers were sitting up straight in the pew, anxiously waiting for the next words to come out of the old minister's mouth. "The father," he continued, "knew his son would step into eternity with Jesus and he could not bear the thought of his son's friend stepping into an eternity without Jesus. Therefore, he sacrificed his son to save the son's friend. How great is the love of God that he should do the same for us. Our heavenly Father sacrificed his only begotten son that we could be saved. I urge you to accept his offer to rescue you and take a hold of the life line he is throwing out to you in this service." With that, the old man turned and sat back down in his chair as silence filled the room.

The pastor again walked slowly to the pulpit and delivered a brief sermon with an invitation at the end. However, no one responded to the appeal. Within minutes after the service ended, the two teenagers were at the old man's side.

"That was a nice story," politely stated one of the boys, "but I don't think it was very realistic for a father to give up his only son's life in hopes that the other boy would become a Christian."

"Well, you've got a point there," the old man replied, glancing down at his worn bible. A big smile broadened his narrow face, he once again looked up at the boys and said, "It sure isn't very realistic, is it? But I'm standing here today to tell you that story gives me a glimpse of what it must have been like for God to give up his son for me. You see - I was that father and your pastor is my son's friend."

John 15: 13 - Greater love hath no one than this, than to lay down ones life for another!

Such a touching, heart-felt story. The father gave his own son up, and saved the life of his son's friend. Now, was the father a "jerk" or a heartless man?? That he should risk his son's life?? If you think that the father was a heartless man, YOU ARE WRONG!!

As for me, I think that that was the bravest decision or action that one could have made. In that few seconds, a quick decision was needed, where the old man would lose either his son or his son's friend.

He knew that one was a Christian, while the other wasn't! He finally threw the life line to the unsaved boy. Now we know that the son is in paradise with God. It would be dreadful if the son was saved and the friend was forever lost, eternally separated from God.

Now let's do a comparison:

God is the old man, the son is Jesus, and the son's friend is the world( mankind).

John3 :16 - For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only begotten Son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life

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Jesus loves you and always will! Hope you are blessed by the story!

Good night and God bless always!

- I HAVE LOVED YOU WITH AN EVERLASTING LOVE -

YOUR WORD... TO US

- Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path -

Just a simple verse to encourage you! =)

Sincerely: dpyc

IT IS BACK...AGAIN!!

See that picture?? You know what it means right??

The once in four years international multi-sports event - the OLYMPIC GAMES is BACK again. And this time it is held in CHINA - Beijing.

How quickly time goes by. I still remember watching the previous Olympics and it was held in Greece, Athens (the birthplace of the Olympic Games). Soon after the Olympics was over, they announced that the next holder for the Olympics 2008 is China.

Ever since then, China has been working hard to hold this important event. New stadiums are constructed, huge banners are hung everywhere...lots of work have to be done. When you read the newspapers, a full page report is written about China holding the event.

Finally after 4 years of building up and tearing down, China is now ready to hold the Olympic Games 2008! Yay!!

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Oh yes, one more thing, you know everytime when I see the Chinese Olympics logo -the image of a human and all around it - covered with red - I LAUGH! You might think that I have gone "cuckoo". "Look at the logo also can laugh..what is so funny about it and what is the matter with this guy..??" Crazy fella! =)

Have a look at this video. It is because of this short clip that I saw in my friend's blog. This video is the cause of me laughing at the logo everytime I see it.

Hope you will love the video, cause I sure do..=)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdqa8_RB8Mg

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Have a pleasant day and God bless abundantly

- When the rest say you can't, stand up and say you CAN, with God's help -

SCHOOL'S STARTING TOMORROW

School's starting TOMORROW!!

Can you believe it??

The holidays just went by so quickly.

- Time indeed waits for no man -

And can you believe it, today is already the second day of 2008!

Chinese New Year is just around the corner. If you were to turn on the T.V, Chinese New Year songs and commercials are already being played. My granddad was watching T.V this afternoon and I happened to come down from my room and the song that came through the TV was: Gong Xi Gong Xi Ni..Yeah!! Gong Xi Gong Xi Ni!

Haha..=D

Though the thought of going to school is saddening; however, in all honesty, I would rather spend my time in school than lazing in the house, stucked to this, one- eyed box, that is continually sending out radiation. =)

God has been gracious to give me such a wonderful holiday and of course not forgetting, a great year - 2007. A year filled with so many daily challenges, ups and downs, happy days, sad times, lonely hours, difficulties that crept in, discouragement that struck, yet through all these, I have learned to depend on God's strength. Lord thank you for your abundant grace!

I have also obtained and learned many things in the year 2007. All those are precious and memorable lessons that even money cannot purchase. I had many first times last year - 2007.

Now it is 2008. As stated before: a year of many new beginnings. I know that there will be many difficult times again, but I thank God that I have a heavenly Father who will journey with me through the year.

An author once wrote: If God brings you to it, He will definitely bring you through it. Life is not and never a bed of roses. Life without its challenges will be a monotonous life.

I am prepared and ready to face every challenge that comes my way, be it easy or tough.

I hope you are ready too! If you are, let's all together, with the help of God, finish the race VICTORIOUSLY! =)

Lastly, my prayer for all of us is, as Pastor Henry has prayed: That the image of Christ will be formed in us!

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God bless and have a great time in school! I sure will have! =)

Take care and stay blessed!

Sincerely: dpyc

A SCRIPTURE WORTH MEMORIZING

Colossians 1: 15 -16

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.

For by him all things were created:

things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities;

all things were created by him and for him

Sincerely: dpyc

AN OLD MAN...RICH??

HOW IS AN OLD PERSON RICH AND PROSPEROUS??

Check this out...

I heard this really hilarious joke that my Senior Pastor shared yesterday during the countdown for year 2008!

Here are four reasons that makes an old person prosperous:

1) he/she has "silver" on the head

2) he/she has "gold" in the mouth

3) he/she has "stones" in the kidneys

and lastly

4) he/she has "gas" and "oil" in the stomach.

I just love Pastor Henry's jokes!! Not only the joke, also the way he acts and talks. Ah..you will never go without laughing when hearing him share! A God given anointing! =D

Colossians 1:15-16

More updates coming your way..so stay tune..=)

Till then God bless and have a great and wonderful new year...2008

FUNNY CLOUDS!

the number three (3)

It's really cool how clouds form different shapes. The wind blows them left and right, and all of a sudden the shape of a face, or a fish is observed. The clouds in the picture above formed the number three . So uniquely created by God.

I suppose the number three that is in the sky signifies the Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Sincerely: dpyc

A BRAND NEW YEAR HAS COME AROUND

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU!!

2008

A YEAR OF NEW BEGINNINGS!!

In a few more hours, the new year will make its entrance ! So fast! Wow! Soon the blasting of firecrackers will fill the night skies, mamak stalls will be overflowing, and before you realize it, you have already entered into a year of new beginnings. I have mixed feelings. On the one hand I am all so excited, however on the other hand, I am sad.

I am excited because I want to accomplish all that which I did not complete this year, and next year, I am making a point to strike out every goal I have set!

On the other hand I am sad because (well this not a logical reason except that it is the general opinion of most teenagers : NO MORE LONG HOLIDAYS!! hahahaha...XD

- THERE IS A SEASON FOR EVERY ACTIVITY UNDER HEAVEN.. -

Lastly, I would love to wish all of you a BLESSED and PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR and that the spirit of excellence will follow you all the days of your life!

Let there be new and wondeful beginnings in your life! All the best in your studies. TAKE CARE ALWAYS and GOD BLESS YOU ABUNDANTLY! =D

MERRY CHRISTMAS

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU!!

Just one short post, now this is the meaning of the word "CHRISTMAS"

C-hrist gave

H-imself as a

R-eward so that

I-ndividual know the

S-acrifices

T-hat He did for

M-ankind to

A-chieve the gift of

S-alvation

Beautiful ain't what the meaning of Christmas is. When I read it, I was speechless! The power of words! =D

That is all..a very very short post! Well I hope that you will have or had a wonderful time during this December holidays! Take care and God bless!

Before I end this post, I just want to wish Joel all the best in this Bible School! Hope your relationship with God will become closer and stronger. Have a great time there and hope to see you and hear from you!

- Tis the season to be jolly...fa la la la la ...la la la la!! =D -

Sincerely: dpyc

MALACCA - THE HISTORICAL STATE

21/12/2007 - 22/12/2007

I just came back from Malacca, in Malay - Melaka, two days ago. It was a two days, one night trip. It wasn't a family holiday, it was a trip to my sister's friend's hometown which is - Malacca.


I did not know that my sister and her friends have planned the trip. I only came to know about it when my sister told me she was going off to Malacca on the 21st. But how did I end up in Malacca?? haha..=)

My mum asked me whether I wanted to go since I was free and the last time I visited Malacca was when I was in my mum's womb. haha..=) So I agreed because I know that Malacca is a 'very' Historical State and there must be numerous beautiful 'ruins' and buildings that I can capture in pictures!!

The not-so-nice-journey to Malacca

We took a KTM train down to KL, from there my sister met her friend, and we took the LRT to Pudu raya to take the bus down to Malacca. I absolutely did not like the walk from the LRT station to Puduraya, worst still when the day was a sunny one. I - to be more specific - all of us, my sister's friend, my sister, and I were all sweating because of the heat and at Puduraya everybody seemed to be puffing smoke everywhere.

Thank God it was a 1 and a half hours drive to Malacca. I would have definitely vaporized if the trip was the same as Cameron Highlands!


Man or woMAN, let me tell you this, Malacca is just the place where you can actually stuff yourself with food, yummy yummy food. For me it was simply fabulous cause I love EATING!!! haha..=D

What could be better than EATING and SHOPPING?? for me it is EATING, SHOPPING, and taking pictures all the way in Malacca.hehehe..

Our schedule was SUPER PACK! We had so many places to visit and so much famous, delicious, must-not-miss Malaccan food to eat! The whole day we were just out eating and sight-seeing the historical buildings.

These were the places we visited (in the following order):

- the all -time famous Hainanese Chicken Rice Ball - this style of chicken rice is fantastic. If you have not tried, please do go and taste it!

- A' Famosa - I am pretty sure all of you know this historical site. Many of you have learned about it in your history books about the Portuguese settlements. I do not need to explain further.


- the Church of Saint Paul - This is another prominent historical site in Malacca. The place was terribly rundown. In it laid the gravestones that lined the walls of the church. Besides that, in the heart of this church laid the body of St. Francis Xavier. Outside the church stood a statue of St. Paul.


- Istana Kesultanan Melaka - In this palace were replicas of all the famous sultans and legendary warriors of Malacca, the clothes worn by the kings and queens in those days, the weapons used, and prominent stories that occurred during the Sultanate.

- the Forbidden Garden - This is a beautiful place. The grass is fresh green and so clean, so much so, my sister's friend laid down on the grass to rest.Just like in Hollywood and Bollywood!! haha..=) It was green, green green everywhere.. All kinds of flowers and trees grow in the Forbidden Garden.

- Cendol Shop - durian cendol! You must go for this when you are in Malacca. (Yes, Joel, my brother, I know you don't agreeeeee. Hehehe=)

- Stadhuys Square - one of the unusual characteristics of the buildings is: the buildings here are all red...actually more of maroon in color. Here is situated the Church of Christ Melaka and the Clock Tower. The buildings in this place actually reflected the Dutch architecture.

- the Chuch of Christ Melaka - the interior of this church is beautiful. The chairs are woven rattan, on the floor are placed long stretches of cushion which are meant to be knelt on while praying. are No pictures of the inside of the church can be taken because cameras are strictly not allowed in. =(

- Jonker Walk/ Street - this is the place where we spent most of our time walking and looking at the antique goods. There are so many stuffs sold along the streets. There are all kinds of stuffs: key chains, earrings, FOOD!!, clothings, shoes.. you just name it. It is like a pasar malam..packed!! Though it was awfully tiring this place is really great for a shutterbug like me!


- Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall - bought our movie tickets in this shopping mall.After we bought our tickets, we immediately rushed home to wash up and get changed. For us, time was precious. We could not afford to waste time. As soon as we had done we went for dinner!!! Eat again!!! hahaha..=)


- I am so sorry, I forgot the name of the shop..forgive me..=) - I just love the "O jian" the dish with the oyster, egg, and flour. It was cheap and the portion was big. Now when I am writing this, my mouth is watering. The "O jian" was real good!

- Movie Time: National Treasure - two thumbs up for the movie. It is really exciting. The show is funny, thrilling, and romantic. Nicolas Cage is one hilarious homo sapien. I like the way the secret codes and clues are hidden especially on Queen Victoria's table. Have you watched the movie? Hope you did!


- Our last destination of the day: Restoran Capitol Satay - Ohhh..the satay celup was FANTASTIC!!! Joel and his family told me that when I go to Malacca, I must go to this Restoran that sells Satay Celup. Best Satay I have eaten so far, and very different from Klang's satay!! Very different. Instead of beef, ayam, and kambing, this satay celup in Malacca consists of prawns, abalone, squid, fishball and other seafood! Ahh..I absolutely feel like eating again. Now I know why they said that Satay Celup is a must-try 'cuisine'. Because it is a MUST!! haha


We were so exhausted when we reached home at 2:00 AM!

I shall stop here! That's all. This was our first-fun-filled-packed-day! We left Malacca at 9 something the next morning. I am glad to be back but I sure want to go to Malacca again!


I took some nice shots for you to see. Enjoy yourselves!

the Hainanese Chicken Rice Ball

Proclamation of Independence Hall

A typical well-decked trishaw
the

A'Famosa - the well-known Portuguese fort

side view of the A'Famosa

interior of the church

gravestones lined the walls of the church

statue of St. Paul outside the St. Paul's Church

the wall of the church has become so corroded over the centuries

a relic of 1511

Istana Kesultanan Melaka

- the next few pictures were taken in the Forbidden Garden. -

Church of St. Francis Xavier

Durian cendol on a sunny, hot day!!

Christ Church of Melaka

Jonker Street / Walk

a complicated tree

I call this place: the Haunted Street! But actually the red lights are the Christmas lights. This is the place where all the buldings are red in color.

a night club - don't worry none of us set foot into it..=D

the all - famous Satay Celup Restaurant


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That is all for the Malacca Trip! Before I end this post I would want to take this opportunity to say a SPECIAL THANK YOU TO:


Grace Gan! She is the one who took us around Malacca. She is our sweet "tour guide". Without her, we would have got lost in Malacca. A great blessing you have been to all of us! Hope to you see again! God bless!


Secondly, I want to thank my elder sister. You might be thinking why am I thanking her..well simply because she was willing to take me along with her. Not many sisters would do that. Am I right?? Sisters normally prefer to go out with their friends and would not really like the brothers to tag alonnggg. Eventhough she kept asking me, You want to come meh? Don't go la! Stay at home! But I know deep down in my dear sister's heart she wanted me to go along. So I went. ahahaha..jk jk. Thank You Jie Jie!!


And thirdly, Wee Kiat. Alright just a abit of intro. He is Grace's and my sister's class rep. He is the one who bought the bus tickets for us. He is just simply so BLUR. I kept laughing when he started acting blur. That guy always smiles and gets bullied by Grace and my sister. Nice knowing you, man!

- the Great Triangle -

from left: Yi Wen, Grace, and Wee Kiat

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I'M LOVING MY HOLIDAYS!!!!



Thank you Lord for a safe and wonderful trip!

That is all..Christmas is tomorrow!! Wuhoo! I am so excited! God bless..a good day to you!

Before I forget:


MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU!
I know it is kinda early, but I better wish you all, just in case I forget!

Sincerely: dpyc

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- Every good gifts comes from the Father -