As I was pondering on the journey of life, a few things came to mind. What will life be if it is smooth sailing all the time? Will all the Mountain top experiences able to keep one on the cheerful side all the days of her life? Or will both good and bad times keeps her on a better position to say life is fair despite of the storms and challenges?
I came to a conclusion that it is better off to have all the Ups and Downs going on. Reason being the valley experiences are there to build our character and maturity if one is able to persevere and not give up. On a few occasions I personally wanted give up on certain hopes and dreams but managed to pulled through. But can't deny that I'm no saint who can pull through each time without much complaining and tears (haha). I have my equal share too on giving up certain areas in life which upon much reflection, these were the right choices and decisions made. Letting Go and Letting God (my favourite phrase in this season of life). There are valley experiences that took too much time but it was not wasted at all. In fact, what matters most is when one is able to "bounced" back to life.
While life may be unfair to some, generally to many it is still bearable. At the end it depends on one's perpective about life. Are we to say that hopes and wishes unfulfilled makes us lesser than who we are? By no mean.
We have to learn to say (and mean it as well ^-^) "It's alright, I'm still in one piece, It's okay" and move on. Life after all is not a bed of roses but we can go through them if we believe that it is possible and tough times are not here to stay. One just have to see things from a brighter side and fill our minds with things that are good and positive while memories that are less pleasant be allowed to linger for a while and forgotten after we've learned from them.
I'm thankful that life is never a journey to be travelled alone. We have a choice to allow the Almighty to walk with us if we allow Him to. I'm blessed to have people to walk with me through every valley experiences.
All praise and thanks to the One who never fail to love us and show His grace whenever we needed. I'm grateful for His mercy and patience... without which I will not be on the Mountains after my visits to the Valleys.
"Call to me and I will answer you and tell you things that you know nothing about."
"Cast all your anxiety to Him for He cares for you. He has love you with an everlasting love."
Wednesday, 17 September 2014
Wednesday, 5 February 2014
Galloping into 2014
"Galloping into 2014" reflects my thoughts on how life passes quickly. The hustle and bustle of city life has once again caught me in the rat race... hmm... in actual fact I should not call it a rat race but days filled with unending demands that leaves little time for rest and doing things that one enjoy.
So how should I live my 2014? Shall I continue with the same routine day-in day-out or live in a different manner? I've always set resolutions on what to achieve each year but often times only few plans were realized and the rest are lost as the months goes by. As such, this year though setting resolutions are still very much in my list, I promised myself that I will try my best, however if not many were achieved, it would not matter much as long as I've given my best shot.
One thing that came to mind is that one can plan and do things according to one's whims and fancies but ultimately the One above will determine and ensure that only His plans are brought to past.
Of late I read about the life of David and find that on many occasion he would take things into his own hands although he was supposed to wait upon the Lord for the fulfillment of His great plans for him. When David did that he ended in self destruction, brought trouble and suffering upon himself of which he have to bear all the consequences of his wrong doings.
Like David (a man though sinful yet saved by the grace of God) we ourselves falls into the same situation, craving for independence and thinking that we are wise enough to lead our own lives when we don't even know what our future holds. But thanks be to God who never fails to show His mercy upon us. He is there to direct us back to the right path when we stray and promises that He will never leave us nor forsake us. He is ever patience and loved us enough to wait upon our return.
Once again it is time to surrender to His Lordship for he knows us better. For before we were born, we are already in His mind and He has charted our life journey so that together with Him we shall fulfill great plans that He has for us. For He loved us enough to direct our lives for our own good.
Jeremiah 29: 11 - 13
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
Proverbs 21:30
There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD.
So how should I live my 2014? Shall I continue with the same routine day-in day-out or live in a different manner? I've always set resolutions on what to achieve each year but often times only few plans were realized and the rest are lost as the months goes by. As such, this year though setting resolutions are still very much in my list, I promised myself that I will try my best, however if not many were achieved, it would not matter much as long as I've given my best shot.
One thing that came to mind is that one can plan and do things according to one's whims and fancies but ultimately the One above will determine and ensure that only His plans are brought to past.
Of late I read about the life of David and find that on many occasion he would take things into his own hands although he was supposed to wait upon the Lord for the fulfillment of His great plans for him. When David did that he ended in self destruction, brought trouble and suffering upon himself of which he have to bear all the consequences of his wrong doings.
Like David (a man though sinful yet saved by the grace of God) we ourselves falls into the same situation, craving for independence and thinking that we are wise enough to lead our own lives when we don't even know what our future holds. But thanks be to God who never fails to show His mercy upon us. He is there to direct us back to the right path when we stray and promises that He will never leave us nor forsake us. He is ever patience and loved us enough to wait upon our return.
Once again it is time to surrender to His Lordship for he knows us better. For before we were born, we are already in His mind and He has charted our life journey so that together with Him we shall fulfill great plans that He has for us. For He loved us enough to direct our lives for our own good.
Jeremiah 29: 11 - 13
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
Proverbs 21:30
There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD.
Wednesday, 22 May 2013
Time of rest
It was no joke being admitted to the hospital for dengue fever. Family and friends were pretty worried but somehow when a friend was sending me to the hospital, she asked whether I was afraid. I replied that I don't feel a thing. As if it was just a normal fever.
I've no idea how I could stay calm in such a state. The pain that came before being admitted to the hospital was great. Severe headache and joint pain which a friend told me that it was a torturing sickness. But thankfully mine was not as severe as I thought it would.
I ended up lying on the hospital bed for four days and I'm grateful that my stay at this "five star hotel" did not extend beyond that. Sleepless nights is what I describe while being in this "hotel". On the 2nd night I prayed and asked God to leave my 2 bedded room just for myself and He answered my request which comes with a sweet and undisturbed sleep.
As I reflect upon this period of sickness, I realised that this is how God is telling me to stop and rest as my days were filled with unending meet-ups, work and church activities. This carried on for weeks which turned to months and here I am wondering how did my 2013 passed by so quickly.
Though to some this is somewhat an unfortunate event but to me, it is definately a time to rest and to spend time with the Almighty.
Thank you Lord for being so good to me and I'm grateful for all that you have done. In good and bad times may your praises continue to be on my lips and in my heart. ^-^
I've no idea how I could stay calm in such a state. The pain that came before being admitted to the hospital was great. Severe headache and joint pain which a friend told me that it was a torturing sickness. But thankfully mine was not as severe as I thought it would.
I ended up lying on the hospital bed for four days and I'm grateful that my stay at this "five star hotel" did not extend beyond that. Sleepless nights is what I describe while being in this "hotel". On the 2nd night I prayed and asked God to leave my 2 bedded room just for myself and He answered my request which comes with a sweet and undisturbed sleep.
As I reflect upon this period of sickness, I realised that this is how God is telling me to stop and rest as my days were filled with unending meet-ups, work and church activities. This carried on for weeks which turned to months and here I am wondering how did my 2013 passed by so quickly.
Though to some this is somewhat an unfortunate event but to me, it is definately a time to rest and to spend time with the Almighty.
Thank you Lord for being so good to me and I'm grateful for all that you have done. In good and bad times may your praises continue to be on my lips and in my heart. ^-^
Live for what matters
The incidence that took place in September 2012 has caused a paused in my life for 8 months. Though it was heart aching and difficult, it was a period of learning, growing in maturity, faith and trust in the Almighty.
It was a bittersweet incidence that left a deep mark but the most important thing is I've learnt what i can and moved on. During the period, I can't deny that it was really tough but by the grace of the Almighty, He was with me through thick and thin and ensure that he walk with me through it all. Without Him i would not have risen above the hurt.
There were alot of reflection, unfulfilled hopes, sadness, yet there were also sweet memories that without such incidence, life would be dull.
I came out being reminded of what really matters in life. Seek to find the things that is close to His heart & mind. My first love should be that of Christ and not of anyone else. My priorities should be Him instead of my selfish desires and hopes. I thank the Almighty for not taking heed of giving me my foolish request. At the end I surrender to His Lordship and know that He knows best.
When I surrender my life unto His hands, I see wonders and prayers being answered. He reminded me of what I had always wanted all these years and not to settle for the second best but the best which He has prepared for me.
Good things come to those who wait.
Proverbs 3: 5 - 6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
It was a bittersweet incidence that left a deep mark but the most important thing is I've learnt what i can and moved on. During the period, I can't deny that it was really tough but by the grace of the Almighty, He was with me through thick and thin and ensure that he walk with me through it all. Without Him i would not have risen above the hurt.
There were alot of reflection, unfulfilled hopes, sadness, yet there were also sweet memories that without such incidence, life would be dull.
I came out being reminded of what really matters in life. Seek to find the things that is close to His heart & mind. My first love should be that of Christ and not of anyone else. My priorities should be Him instead of my selfish desires and hopes. I thank the Almighty for not taking heed of giving me my foolish request. At the end I surrender to His Lordship and know that He knows best.
When I surrender my life unto His hands, I see wonders and prayers being answered. He reminded me of what I had always wanted all these years and not to settle for the second best but the best which He has prepared for me.
Good things come to those who wait.
Proverbs 3: 5 - 6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Sunday, 3 June 2012
Childhood favorites
I remembered on one occassion we received a huge parcel from my sister (I was around 13 then). To our pleasant surprise it was a teddy bear the size of a teenager. We love it so much that it was became our bedtime buddy for a while until mom kept it away in proper storage so that it will not continue to accumulate dust. :(
Thinking back I'm thankful for what mom did. Now it still looks as new as before, except that i need to have it sunned!!!
We used to have many childhood stuff kept in our old home. It was not until when we need to relocate that we had no option but to give away and kept only those that space in our new home could afford. Oh... how i wish i could keep all of them.....
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Chasing after the wind?
Can't deny that life's ambition and goals can sometimes make a person feel like they are chasing after the wind. What does all these hold when one's life ends in pain and suffering, sicknesses that are unavoidable?
I was reflecting over things that happened in the years passed by. Ambitions that used to be in my heart seems to matter less to me today than in the past. Does that means that I'm starting to be complacent with the status quo? Of course not, just that life's priority changes through time and when one age (ha ha, can't deny that we do age as it is part and parcel of nature and we can't possibly stop it though we can delay it a little :D).
It also daunt upon me what if i regret for not doing or achieving something that I would love to do but it remained as a plan that was never being carried out (hhmm... a better way of describing this would be a thought in the head that is never materialized). As a mere human being like myself, all sorts of consideration needs to be first thought of before a plan is put into action.
I have a friend (whom I describe as a DeepThinker) who always weight the consequences of all decision that he needs to make (whether a simple or tough one). In one sense it is good to do so but when he becomes overly prudent, he tend not to take risk at all and the so call thought which at the offset is a good one if being carried out remain once again as a thought to "behold". There is pros and cons of being a prudent person but often times risk takers are the ones who excel in life.
So the question of whether or not to go after your dreams becomes a thought provoking statement again. Well at the end of the day, it all depends on the individual concerned. As for me, I think I know the answer. Without taking risk or chances, we will not know whether things will work out. A person who never take chances is like stagnant water which turns murky, yellow and becomes lifeless. What about you then? :D
I was reflecting over things that happened in the years passed by. Ambitions that used to be in my heart seems to matter less to me today than in the past. Does that means that I'm starting to be complacent with the status quo? Of course not, just that life's priority changes through time and when one age (ha ha, can't deny that we do age as it is part and parcel of nature and we can't possibly stop it though we can delay it a little :D).
It also daunt upon me what if i regret for not doing or achieving something that I would love to do but it remained as a plan that was never being carried out (hhmm... a better way of describing this would be a thought in the head that is never materialized). As a mere human being like myself, all sorts of consideration needs to be first thought of before a plan is put into action.
I have a friend (whom I describe as a DeepThinker) who always weight the consequences of all decision that he needs to make (whether a simple or tough one). In one sense it is good to do so but when he becomes overly prudent, he tend not to take risk at all and the so call thought which at the offset is a good one if being carried out remain once again as a thought to "behold". There is pros and cons of being a prudent person but often times risk takers are the ones who excel in life.
So the question of whether or not to go after your dreams becomes a thought provoking statement again. Well at the end of the day, it all depends on the individual concerned. As for me, I think I know the answer. Without taking risk or chances, we will not know whether things will work out. A person who never take chances is like stagnant water which turns murky, yellow and becomes lifeless. What about you then? :D
Thursday, 1 September 2011
Finally it begins..
Well, well, can't believe that i finally decided to create my own blog. I've thought about it for a long time and one of the main reasons that stops me from blogging is "What am I to write about?"
I'm a simple minded person who view life as a simple yet interesting experience that one can get. Someone once said "An unexamined life is not worth living for" and I totally agree with it.
One of my favorite pastime is watching korean dramas. Mind you.. not those that cause people to tear on and on throughout the whole series but those that gives me the "feel good feeling" after watching them.
I still remember when i started watching them with my mom years ago, these dramas are draggy (ahem... well some of it still do, where you will find that actors and actresses are still acting on the same thing after you've excuse yourself for 10 to 15 minutes), depressing and sad.. (sob sob sob).
However the new generation of korean dramas are totally different where they add in a whole deal lot of sense of humor that leaves the viewers feeling happy and "light" (after losing some calories laughing on the couch ha ha ha). The first one that I've watched was Full House.
Since then, my perception of korean drama changed (no doubt there are still those who makes people cry). Believe me, once you started watching them, you can't just stop there but would want to continue watching till the last episode. Better still if one can finish it in one go like what my friends did in the past: Lord of the Rings marathon but this is Korean drama marathon ha ha ha.
I did the marathon thingy once while on my break in Singapore where I watched Flower over boys (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boys_Over_Flowers_(TV_series)). Err.. I must confess that it was a really nice drama and I was in a way.. ahem... addicted to the funny story line but the main reason for exercising my eyes (the tears is not as a result of the story line but the strained due to watching tv for extended hours) was because I can't bring the DVD back to PJ....
Watching korean dramas is equivalent to being "captivated" by the enjoyment of savoring my favourite food (seafood, yum yum) and the after effect of long hours watching em is like having rashes after that ha ha ha..
Looks like I've written too much for the first time and shall save more for next time...
I'm a simple minded person who view life as a simple yet interesting experience that one can get. Someone once said "An unexamined life is not worth living for" and I totally agree with it.
One of my favorite pastime is watching korean dramas. Mind you.. not those that cause people to tear on and on throughout the whole series but those that gives me the "feel good feeling" after watching them.
I still remember when i started watching them with my mom years ago, these dramas are draggy (ahem... well some of it still do, where you will find that actors and actresses are still acting on the same thing after you've excuse yourself for 10 to 15 minutes), depressing and sad.. (sob sob sob).
However the new generation of korean dramas are totally different where they add in a whole deal lot of sense of humor that leaves the viewers feeling happy and "light" (after losing some calories laughing on the couch ha ha ha). The first one that I've watched was Full House.
Since then, my perception of korean drama changed (no doubt there are still those who makes people cry). Believe me, once you started watching them, you can't just stop there but would want to continue watching till the last episode. Better still if one can finish it in one go like what my friends did in the past: Lord of the Rings marathon but this is Korean drama marathon ha ha ha.
I did the marathon thingy once while on my break in Singapore where I watched Flower over boys (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boys_Over_Flowers_(TV_series)). Err.. I must confess that it was a really nice drama and I was in a way.. ahem... addicted to the funny story line but the main reason for exercising my eyes (the tears is not as a result of the story line but the strained due to watching tv for extended hours) was because I can't bring the DVD back to PJ....
Watching korean dramas is equivalent to being "captivated" by the enjoyment of savoring my favourite food (seafood, yum yum) and the after effect of long hours watching em is like having rashes after that ha ha ha..
Looks like I've written too much for the first time and shall save more for next time...
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