Wednesday, April 30, 2008

I am lousy

I must be super super dumb to not notice that people left me comments on my blog. And sorry guys for the super delayed replies and thank you so much for the comments! Hahaha!

Anyway, just wanted to complain about something that's been bugging the living lights out of me! You see, when I moved into my new place on April 2nd, the agent informed us that there was a broken window in my apartment. Most of my friends who have visited would know how terrible the damage is. It's a floor-to-ceiling glass window, and it's all shattered to pieces and now only a layer of protective plastic is protecting it from smashing onto my floor!

The thing is, they could not even come up with a proper explanation as to what happened to the glass before we moved in! All they blamed on was the wind. Being the unsuspicious person that I am, I believed them and yeah, blamed it on the wind. Afterall, the day we moved in was one of the windiest days in Melbourne's history. Imagine, a cyclone hitting Melbourne and killing at least one person in the process. Bad sign, huh? And since we're quite high up, we could even feel the wind slapping against the apartment which btw, is all covered in glass only. 

But as the days went on, we began to analyse the whole situation. How could it be possible that only one glass broke in the whole apartment when the wind hit us in all directions? And how come the broken glass is only shattered on the inside and not the outside? You see, there are two layers of glass and the outside one still looks steady and firm. So, we got even a few of our friends to confirm our suspicions. That it was actually broken by impact. 

Oh well, we confronted them but they continued denying. And we were promised that it would be fixed within two weeks. And now, it's close to a month since we moved in, and the glass has not been replaced. How inefficient can they be? I've personally gone up to the office about six times to see the agent and complain about it. Phone calls have also been made and it seems that they're only pushing the blame from one party to another. Goodness gracious!

Today, I finally gave them the ultimatum. Get it done or we'll complain to the owner of the apartment. Thanks for the idea Eujin, Eddie & Eileen! Haha...and guess what? They're gonna get it fixed soon! Haha...I'm beginning to think that it's my agent's fault for not following up. Grrr...

Well, yeah, that's all there is to complain about for now. But yeah...people, next time learn from my lesson. Just contact the owner directly if need be! 

Also, apologies for the empty promises of the housewarming. It's not quite possible to have it until the glass is fixed and so...we shall wait! =)

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Spot the difference!

As the title suggests, this post is gonna be about my super awesome weekend church camp which was once again held in Philip Island. This year's camp had a major impact on me, so much that it drilled a huge hole in my heart and replaced it with so much strength, hope and immense joy.

What made it even more special was that I just got baptised the week before. Gosh...it's so hard to put into words how everything made me feel. April is such a special month for me now. Both my parents' birthdays and of course, April 19th, my re-birthday! =)

Today is my long-time good friend's birthday so..HAPPY BIRTHDAY aSHAUNtee!

And I'm down with flu and cough...once again...bleh!

And btw, I made an awesome discovery at camp. Haha...ok, maybe someone else would've noticed it already but gosh...it made me feel oh-so-wonderful! Just when we were repeating the words "Hallelujah" in our worship, I was praying for healing (my hearing), and that was when I realised "H-E-A-L" can be formed from the word "Hallelujah". Fine, maybe it doesn't sound as great as I thought it was but...ah, don't steal my thunder!

Oh man...I don't like getting sick.

Lately, my friends have been commenting that my face is super flexible in that I can make all sorts of funny expressions. Maybe I should be a clown part-time. Lalala...

Also, I've been baking so much since I moved to my new place. Just made tiramisu today and it'd better be nice! Gosh I so love spending time in the kitchen. Might as well be a full-time housewife.

Just realised that this post is super random. I'll go off now!

Anyway, be good everyone!
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Sunday, April 20, 2008

A whole new world

There's only one thing worth shouting so much about right now. Something which I'm so proud of. The most important decision I ever made in my life.

Being born into this world was not by choice. I was welcomed into this world because my parents chose to have me. But letting myself be born again, be cleansed of my past sins and sorrows, that was MY CHOICE. 

And I am proud that I decided to do it. It could easily pass as the best day of my life. The feeling was indescribable. Right before my baptism, a few people mentioned that anytime I face any difficult situations in future, all I'd have to do is think back on the moment when I submerged into the waters and when I came out a whole brand new person. And that's why I made it a point to savour the moment. That moment that was so precious to me. The most important five minutes of my life.

And true enough, it worked. It killed all my disappointment. Many things that happened today could have pushed me down into the valleys but that memory kept me going. And I'm so so happy about being born again that nothing could steal that magic away from me!

My special thanks go out to my dear friends who, despite everything, came to support me and share that precious moment with me.

Daniel, my most awesome UL leader. I tell you, he's seriously the greatest man alive (aside from God)! He's the funniest, most sincere and encouraging guy ever! 

My dearest friends from UL...thank you for the beautiful flowers and books. I am so blessed to be loved by you guys!

John and Derek, two people I have the deepest amount of respect for. Their wisdom goes beyond their age and seeing them share God's word is priceless.

Ai Ling and Hao Ern, the couple who touched me so deeply for making it despite having plans of their own to celebrate their anniversary. Knowing that I delayed their dinner made me feel so guilty yet really grateful to God for putting them in my life. They're such amazing friends, ones I know who truly love me and will always be there for me whether (I quote Ailing) I'm down in the valleys or high in the mountains. Without both of them, I wouldn't be where I am today. That I say from the bottom of my heart because they are the ones who have been there since day one and are still here walking along with me on the same road to know Him better. They are people whom I love so unconditionally!

Ryan and Roy, the two people whom I haven't had the privilege to know better yet, and still made it for my special day. I never expected them to be there and yet they were. How amazing are they?

William, Aaron and CK...thank you for traveling all the way from Clayton. It meant so much to me just knowing that you guys took the trouble to come. You're real true friends! Thank you soooo much!

Amanda and Bennett, for being the quiet supportive friends and for being there supporting me all the way! I love you guys and thank you so much for the book! So sweet of you guys!

Elaine and Chor Yeow, thank you for being the "colour-matching" couple who came to show your support. It means so much to me to know that you guys were there with me every single step of the way. And thank you for coming despite having to study for the upcoming exams. I know CY would usually miss whatever for his studies and that made it extra-special that you guys were there yesterday. You're both such awesome, supportive friends. I oh-so-love you guys! 

Michelle, for making time for me all day before my baptism and going through the whole process with me. You are such a wonderful friend and I'm so glad to have met you. I'm so happy that we both gave each other the chance to take the first step to being friends. How unexpected if you ask me. I wouldn't have imagined when we first met that we could get along as well as we do now! You taught me the lesson to never judge a book by its cover. I love you darling! You're one babe I promise I can't live without!

Susan, Alicia and Kathryn for being there before the baptism. You guys made my day extra special. I love you! =)

Sheng Wei, all the way from Canberra and you spent your last night with me at my baptism. Such a wonderful wonderful person you are! Thank you for coming!

And last, but most importantly, my dearest bf who has been there every step of the way, encouraging me and pushing me while I struggled with my internal conflicts. You've made me a better person and I love you for everything that you are! 

I hope that I've mentioned everybody's names but if I left out anyone, thank you for being there! My life is complete now because of you guys!

Gosh, at this point I am already feeling extremely overwhelmed.

So...that's all for now, beautiful people!

Camp is this weekend everyone! Come expecting that God will perform miracles in your lives, right before your eyes. I know He did that in me and He will do it again in you!

Love love love you all! BIG KISSES!
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Monday, April 14, 2008

Wheee I can fly!

Whooo I haven't updated in a long long time. And who can blame me? When I've been living without an internet connection for the past...2 weeks? Damn, it's the longest I've ever had to live without internet ever!

We've finally moved into our new place, and it is everything I've ever dreamed of and more. Super fantastic place, I love so much. This place has pushed my standards up so high that I don't think I can ever find another place so easily to move out to next year. Bleh.

Did you know:

I have a weird habit of washing my hands every few minutes. I just can't stand it being too dry and absolutely love the dampness of the hands after washing. I totally dig hand-wash soaps. Picked up the habit during the SARS outbreak when mum made sure I washed my hands every hour. See what that turned me into now?

I also have OCD. My kitchen has to be dry at all times and everything has to be stacked neatly, from tallest to shortest, fattest to thinnest. My bathroom stuffs are also arranged in that order.

I need one toilet bowl all to myself as I can't stand the thought of sharing. Precious butt.

Don't mind me. I'm just being random. I have one assignment due tomorrow, and guess what? I haven't started yet? Say bye to the internet-deprived.

I LOVE MY BUDDIES! I've been seeing them so often since I moved here just because we're all living almost on the same street. How awesome!
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