Revival.

It's been a million years since I last blogged. My life has taken a U-turn. Many things have changed, for the better it seems. Well, I've decided to start blogging again as its one avenue for me to straighten out my thoughts and let off some steam.

I'm single now. Its been a real rollercoaster ride, but I'm starting to settle down. I believe that God has a plan for me and that maybe he has someone better out there for me. Initially it was difficult adjusting to being single. I felt lonely very often. There wasn't a buddy there for me to call and chat with every night. There was no longer a buddy to go out with me every weekend. My hands tend to itch to dial her numbers every time I'm free. After sometime, it started to set in and I took it more optimistically. I'm doing pretty much fine now. Keeping my options open. I guess I'm not as idealistic when it comes to relationships any longer. In fact I think I'm more pessimistic now. Well, maybe its just me being more careful. I'm keeping my eyes open and praying for someone to come along. Perhaps a potential life partner.

Anyway, the last time I blogged, I was an Officer Cadet. Now, I'm an 'OCCIFER'! My posting completely shocked me. But I'm not going to discuss about it here due to security reasons. My workload has definitely increased many folds. I've had some really down times. Its been a tough 3 months so far. But I'm learning to adjust. I'm someone who adapts slowly but surely. Having men under my command has really changed things altogether. I've to really watch the things I say. People do take everything I say seriously, and they lose trust in me when that things I say do not materialise. Its tough but its fulfilling. I'm happy being where I am.

I've decided that I will stay in FASS. I've been praying about it. I've been wondering if its really where I should go. I've been asking God if its really the best place for me. But recently, it seems that God has pointed me in the direction of Psychology. He does it through really subtle means that I find hard to describe. But nevertheless, I will continue praying about it and meditating over it. I want to be a psychologist. Reading the books 'Outliers' and 'Tipping Point' by Malcomm Gladwell has really raised my interest in the subject. I think my personality kind of fits the picture too.



Anyway, I've just came back from the Pulse Retreat at People's Association Holiday Flats. It was from the 12 to the 14 of March. The theme of the retreat was really about knowing ourselves better. It was about discovering out Values, interest, personality and skills. We got a chance to visit River Life Church's Youth service. They call the youths MEGALIFERS. Like the name suggests, they were hyper in character and attitude. What struck me the most was that everything about their service was done in a really excellent way. Excellent meaning that in whatever ministry they were in, they invested heavily in it and did it to the best of their abilities.

When it came to Mission Trips, they didn't just have one or two per year, they had like 10. Their Stewards were just standing at the door giving out fliers and passing round the offering bags. They were stage crews. They each had a walkie talkie. They wore a common orange polo T-shirt. They reminded people to not use their handphones when they spotted them using it. They coordinated the whole service. When it came to worship, the band was really cohesive. They complemented one another and really created an engaging atmosphere of worship.

The key take away was not that their youths were more enthusiatic than ours but really that in everything they did, they did it with excellence for God. They were serious about everything. It wasn't done for the sake of doing but to please God. Now if only we could take the same attitude and apply it to the Pulse Minstery, what change could we make?

Pulse is now 7 years from now. There is no doubt that we've grown considerably since the start of the ministry. We've developed systems, groomed leaders. Started numerous cell groups. It is all good. But it could be better. Better for God. What we could do is to really sit down, pray and meditate, and really look deeper into developing each ministry. Its time to be serious and think about how we can grow and serve with excellence.

Imagine PULSE 7 years from now. What is it like? Will there be a revival. I'm praying for one. I'm praying that 7 years from now, our church population will grow 10 folds or even more. Just like the in the book of ACTS. We cannot start a revival, but God can. If He does, how can we prepare ourselves for that revival? We need a bigger church. Hence, we need to invest time into raising funds for the Church building. We need more leaders. Hence, we need to continue grooming leaders. At the same time, leaders have to be role models and lead from the front. We need prayer. We need people who encourage others to pray. We need people who pray. Prayer should become a lifestyle in the church.

Dream big. Have faith in God. Do things with excellence for God. Be prepared for a revival.

Bon Voyage

Today is finally the day that you're leaving.

I'll be eagerly waiting for the 29th of October.

Till we meet again.

I ought to be sleeping now but I really can't.

Theres a sense of emptiness.

I guess its a hole that only God can fill.

All I want to say is how much I miss you and will miss you.

I'll find strength to thank God in the toughest of time.

I'm glad we can still communicate over the oceans.

Can't wait to receive the first call!

P.s. I love the jelly beans :)

Yesterday, I surprised you pretending that I had to book in.

It was the biggest reaction I've seen from a surprise.

I'm really really happy that I got to spend the time with you.

The few extra hours I will really treasure so much.

I can't wait to hangout with you again!

Have fun in China alright?

Take lots of photos so you can share them with me.

You'll be my eyes in China.

No matter what happens, remember God is always watching over you.

He is there in China too!

:)

19th

I'm turning 19 in one week exactly! I've yet to get my driving licence. But congrats to Mel who got it on Thursday! :)

We just had a celebration together with her family at a cafe at Simon road. It was a simple dinner at a cosy place. We had a cake with two candles! For those who don't know, her birthday is just 1 week after mine.

Anyway, I'll be in camp doing guard duty on my birthday, not exactly the best way to spend it but I still thank God nevertheless. As for my wish list, a black bar on my chest on the 19th of December! And for Mel to come back in one piece.




Bbbut

1.

I recieved an envelope today.
An A4 sized brown envelope.

Love in Your Mailbox <3

Now join your hands, and with your hands your hearts - W.S.

On the top right hand corner a stamp, with a girl holding a heart and a boy with his bow tie, lay.

Priceless was what was written.

I opened up the envelope gently to avoid damages to it. Inside, I saw a huge stack of paper. My heart raced. I wondered what all of it were. I didn't dare to read it, for fear that I wouldn't be able to control my emotions.

Then, at the end of the day, the perfect way to end the sweet night.

Going through my memories, with you by my side. My smiles uncontrolled and spontaneous.

My heart was litted.

Priceless. That was what this day was.

All I need is you by my side, smiling to yourself. I'll treasure it all.

Because you love me.

In the early morning March.

Its Chinese New Year.
Its my 2nd one in Singapore.

On the eve, I had a reunion dinner in the Samsui Women Restaurant in Jurong Point. Good food but no dessert. It was a very tense atmosphere at my table.

On New Year's Day, I went to Uncle Peter's house for lunch. He cooked his Peranakan Dishes which were really delicious. I really like going there to eat.

After lunch, I went over to join Mel's family for visitation. We went to the columbariums and then to the relatives' houses. I had a really good time of fun and laughter. Had a simple dinner too.

Thats basically my Chinese New Year.

Alright, going back to my mission trip soon! Got to go pack and stuff. See everyone soon! 6 Febuary is the day.

Holga

On the first day of the year,
I went to Sam Tan and Suren's wedding with Mel. We did car park duty. We had to stop all the cars and divert them to the car park unless they were relatives and placed a red packet on the dashboard. It was quite a funny idea, and some of my church members thought we were joking with them.

The wedding was really beautiful. The theme of the wedding was the 'Pearl'. It was really apt and unique. They gave out pearls in the invitation and had pearls in all their decorations. They didn't have a photo shoot before the wedding. Thought that was something special.

I thought the most interesting part was the live band consisting of musicians from my church. There was a drum, bass guitar, guitar, piano, trumpet and saxophone. They were really good.

Anyway, I was the guy in charge of taking down and packing the decos. I really thank God for lots of helpers including Joel, Clifford, Mervyn and not forgetting Mel who stayed on all the way till I finished.

Yesterday, I went to watch Yes Man!
It was a really funny movie, it kept us laughing through out. Try as much as possible to say Yes but say yes only when you really want to and have thought through it, thats the moral.

Today, I went to meet Jeremy at Ang Mo Kio.
After that, I collected Mel's belated Christmas present! Finally, after so long, it arrived. I hope it'll be put to good use. We then had confirmation class with my dad. It was really interesting.

I kept wondering, how come Lucifer could rebel against God. Where did this sin come from in the first place. My dad clarify that. He said that, God did not create sin but he allowed sin to happen. This was because he wanted all the heavenly creatures and people to have free will including the angels. And because they have free will, they're love for God will be more complete. Its like the relationship between a husband and wife. The relationship would be more complete if a wife is not obligated to love her husband but instead chooses to do so. She can disobey but yet choose not too. Thats the kind of love that God wants, rather than us being forced into loving him. That was really insightful.

Yep and my dad was super funny, I think I laughed harder than when watching Yes Man. Haha

Home

On the last day of 2008, the last hour, the last second, where was I?
I was on the 2nd deck of a 154 bus.
I was with Mely.
We were talking to God.

Anyway, I'm really glad that I didn't work for the countdown event at Marina. Thank you Mely for reminding me that money is not worth more than spending time with God. I'm really glad that we were at the watch night service in my church. I could not ask to be in a better place.

I just came back. After sending Mely home, I took the night rider to Somerset. There I realise that my card had no more money to take another night rider home. Thinking I had two 1 dollar coins in my wallet, I went to seven eleven to buy something to get more coins. I needed $3.50. I happily bought a bottle of pomegrenade tea and then paid with my $10 note. I got back two notes and 90 cents in coins. I then asked the cashier to change my two dollar note to two one dollar coins. She then had to open the cash register all over again so she could change them.

Yep so I happily went away, wanted to walk to the bus stop behind Ngee Ann City. Then on the way I looked into my wallet and realised that I had no coins in my wallet. And now I only have $2.90. I then decided to go to the 7-11 outside Taka to get something. I figured it was no point asking to change my 5 dollar note since they cant open the cash register unless I buy something. Thus, I bought a mentos. I got back a 1 dollar coin plus a few more coins and a 2 dollar note. I was elated and happily skipped to opposite Far East to take the night rider as Taka was closed and I had to walk a huge round to get to the bus stop at the back.

I waited for about 5 minutes before the first night rider came. It stopped quite a distance from the front of the bus stop and allowed some people to alight. It then droved off without allowing anyone to board cause it was extremely packed (the back of the bus was pretty unfilled as usual, sigh). I then thought that it would be hopeless to wait at that bus stop. I decided to back track and walk to the bus stop behind Taka. It was a super long walk but I saw some interesting things. The first thing I saw was an NR3(2nd bus I missed)! After that, I saw another thing that made my heart race too. A street race! What are the odds. There was like 6 or 7 cars. Each taking one lane on the road behind Wheelock. They were speeding like mad from one traffic light to the next. It was amazing how they managed to stop in time. Imagine a guy trying to cross the traffic light and turns and see 6 cars going at 100km per hour just 20 meters from him.

At 3.30am I finally boarded an NR3. Mely accompanied me through the entired bus ride until I reached safely home. Thank you so much :).

It was a real good experience. Throughout the walk, I remembered in Psalms 3:3, it says that the Lord is our shield. And that really comforted me. It assured me that I will be protected. Not to mention there were many groups of policemen patrolling. Sometimes I wonder if they will find my suspicious walking alone in town and stop me. I think the God was with me through out the experience. Reminding me of His constant presence.

Psalms 3:5 also says that when we lie down, we are able to sleep and wake up cause the Lord sustains us. Time for me to sleep and wake up. I've to attend Sam Tan's wedding tomorrow. I'm really excited.

Mission Trip To Thailand

Here is a quick summary of my trip to Thailand.

21st December
1.1 Departure from Singapore
1.2 The 14 Hour Bus ride

22nd December
2.1 The Arrival
2.2 Church
2.3 R&R
2.4 Dinner
2.5 Sleep

23rd December
3.1 Morning Devotion
3.2 Gift Wrapping
3.3 Gift Exchange and Lunch
3.4 Carolling

24th December
4.1 Morning Devotion
4.2 Bus to Dannok
4.3 Carolling and Lunch at a Rubber Plantation
4.4 Christmas Eve Party for the Kids
4.5 Carolling and Prayer Walk
4.6 Night Prayer and Christmas Count Down

25th December
5.1 The two Big Bangs
5.2 Morning Devotion
5.3 Christmas Service
5.4 Children Christmas Party
5.5 Bus ride back to Hatyai
5.6 Night Market
5.7 Opening up of presents

26th December
6.1 Morning Devotion
6.2 Shopping at Tesco and Diana
6.3 Mad Rush to the Bus
6.4 Bus Ride back to Singapore

27th December
7.1 Arrival in Singapore

People who were there:Mel and MotherAunty Jannie (The missionary)
Aunty Jessie
Aunty Diana and Family (Uncle Zhang Xin, Kai Ling, Pang Ting)
Li Wen (Thai church co-worker)
Chun Mei (Thai church co-worker)

For Pictures, Please visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/13294122@N08/ .
More photos yet to come.

My take from this trip:
"Though I didn't buy much, I came back more satisfied. God has shown me my priorities in life. He has put his crown over me. He has fueled my passion to serve Him."

On Christmas Day, God revealed through Kai Ling that He has placed his crown over me.

James 1:12
Blessed is the man who preserveres under trials. Because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has prepared to those who love Him.

Christmas

Christmas came early this year.

On Tuesday, My mum showed me a letter.
I received the Eagles Award!
It was for Achievement, Good leadership and Service.
Its an award voucher of $150.
I can only collect it after 29 December.
That was quite a surprise.



Yesterday, we went to China town.

It was nice to go somewhere new for a change.

China town really changed so much since I last went there so many years ago.

She brought me to Maxwell food centre for yummy Tian Tian chicken rice and oyster cake.

We then had lovely egg tarts.

I had a really good time.

After that, we went to Bras Basar Complex to find pom pom balls or beads.

After lots of hunting, we got 500 pom pom balls!

And 75 eyes, hahaha.

After all the suspense,
Mel finally told me what my Christmas present was.
And yesterday, we went to get it :)

And the mystery gift is....
A Braziliano Praia Beetle!

It was just what I needed and wanted :)
Thank you so much Lui Yidao impersonator.
I hope you'll like your present just as much.

Time is running out

Its been a while since I last blogged.



Saturday was our 8th months together :)
I couldn't bring her out cause I had lunch with my primary school friends in the afternoon.
Lunch was at Lao Bei Jing, $21.

We had a Christmas Dinner with her relatives.
It was a huge spread of meat and salad.
The food was excellent, made me regret eating so much for lunch.





On Monday,
Mel and I had our prom with my parents :)
I'm really glad it all worked out.
I really thank my mum for cooking even though shes tired after work.
We had a really great time.
For more information, go to Mel's Blog (she can get more hits for nuffnang)


Yesterday,
We watched Twilight!






Yes I'm sure everyone is thinking, "Doesn't Twilight start on 18th Dec"
Well, almost all the cinema's around the country have already started showing sneak previews since the 15th.



The movie was great.
It was quite interesting the way vampires were illustrated.
I shall not be a spoiler here.
It was worth watching, though we didn't exactly pay for it.
It seems as though there might be a sequel, but we wont know.

Okay time for breakfast!

Happenings.

On Wednesday, Mely and I went to Ikea to study.
It was quite funny cause she was studying Information Technology in Business and I was studying a cook book.
We ordered their Christmas Hot Plate which cost $7.20.
Their turkey was excellent and went really well with the pineapple.
We bought chicken wings and meatballs too!
It was quite a feast.

After all our studying,
I brought busybee to Killiney road for some Chee Cheong Fun.
There was this place that I happen to chance upon while searching for places to satisfy her craving for Chee Cheong Fun.
There were all sorts of Chee Cheong Fun.
We ate the Chicken and Banana Chee Cheong Fun and Green Tee Tang Yuan.
I must say their food was really good but a lil pricy.
All those we ordered were $3.50 each.
The most expensive Chee Cheong Fun is the Cheese Lobster.
Its a whooping $12.
It was a joy seeing her finally able to satisfy her cravings :)

On Thursday, I went to Mel's house wearing a vest and a Fedora.
Its the first time I actually wore a fedora, supposed to be for prom.
I chickened out and didn't dare to wear it when we were going out though.

We then went to watch City of Ember.
It was quite a thrilling show, especially the Giant Mole.
The puzzles were however quite obvious and didn't really make me think much.
It is quite worth watching.
It makes you think about the possibility of living within the earth in future when the surface of the earth becomes inhabitable.
It might even be a necessity in future.
I must say the writers have quite an imagination.
It reminded me of the the Matrix, where by people lived in Zion, an underground city, except this one was a lot more realistic.

We had KFC after that.
I feel like I'm really growing fat, I think my tummy is starting to become flabby and my 6 pacs is almost gone.
Not sure how I'm going to take off my shirt on Tuesday when I go to Sentosa.
Really have to start training soon.

On Friday,
I picked Mel from school and then brought her to Sunset Way for some Ice Cream.

Phew

Yesterday was my prom night.
I'm too tired to blog about it now.
It was quite an eventful event.

I shall post pictures soon, maybe tomorrow.
Pictures speak a thousand words.
And I have 1000 pictures.
Okay actually only like 70+.
Thats 70,000 words.

Till then, I shall keep readers in suspenders.

Oh yes,
I went to Nathanial's house for BBQ on Saturday.
It was a spontaneous BBQ.
His mum decided to have a BBQ when she went to the market and saw giant prawns.
Yes giant prawns, the size of lobsters.
I've never seen such huge prawns.

It was a nice feeling being there.
Nat's house is about 5 minutes away from Mel's house.
I was able to send her home in the night.
If only we lived nearer, I would be able to do that everyday.

And last night,
I stayed over at Nat's house together with some of the bballers and friends.
We ordered McDonals at 2.45am and it only came at about 3.35am.
I slept at about 3am and woke up half an hour later to eat two double cheese burger.
After that, I watched the guys play PS3 before going back to sleep.

I slept on the floor in Nat's room with I think 6 other guys.
3 were on the bed, the other 3 were on the floor.
I could hardly move without kicking someone else.
Cause of the discomfort, I woke up periodically.
Each time I did, I would see a pair of feet right above my face.
But I was too tired to move.

When I woke up, only Terence was awake.
Nat's mom then invited us down to watch tv and then prepared some food for us.
Scrambled eggs with tiny pan cakes.

The PS3 kept us entertained until we left his house.

I walked over to Mel's house to wait for her.
I fell asleep on the sofa waiting for her.
We then went to Serangoon Gardens to find Chee Chong Fan.
We railed miserably though.
Ended up eating Satay which wasn't bad either.
We then went back and played the guitar.

Mel can sing and play the guitar at the same time out of a sudden!
Yes its one of those must-tell-the-world news.
I'm so proud of her.

When it was time to go, she sent me all the way to the bus stop cause of the rain.
It was really sweet of her to do so even though she has to study for her exams.

Yep, it really felt very comforting being so close to Mel.
I could just pop over to her house when I needed to.

Okay, time to rest.
Shall continue tomorrow.

Wild Child

I caught Wild Child with Mel today.
It was quite a good movie, not a brainless bimbotic show.
Kind of like House Bunny but more British.
It was really funny and really made me laugh.
I would say its worth the money.

Anyway, we had lots of fun trying to speak good english.
Hitting each other's head each time we spoke singlish.

Going shopping for prom stuff tomorrow.
Kind of eggciting, hopefully I'll find what I need.

Time is running out.
Theres so much I want to do but I've only a short while before NS.
Feeling kind of stressed for some reason.
Hope I'll make the full use of the time I have.

I can't wait for Christmas though.
Going to bring good news and joy and the spirit of giving to young kids.
And someone special is going to be there with me. :)

In the night.

My headache is killing me.

I went to school today to join the J1 in their basketball training.
I've really become quite unfit.
I can't seem to keep up with the J1s.
Its been so long since I had training.
We did physical at first and that really made my head spin.
I could barely hold my head up.
Towards the end I felt much better and was able to play a full court match with them.
My team won.

After training,
I went to Toa Payoh to eat with some of the J1s and get to know them a little better.
Then I went to get some materials for a secret project.
And then headed home.

I'm dead tired.
My head is spinning.

Anyway,
I've been forming the milky way for 2 hours.
25 done!
Only another 175 to go.
Really hope she'll like it :)

Shall continue when I'm feeling much better.

Hmm.

Lets go back to the start.

The times we kept wondering how each other felt.

The times we were happy just seeing each other.

The times that we were contented.

I guess a long the way, we lost track of each other.
We've come to expect too much from one another.
Lets find our way back, and remember how blessed we are that we've made it this far.
Lets remember our favourite past times.
Lets remember our dreams.

Let me win your heart all over again, just like before.

When your heart smiles, is when mine will too.

Examinations.

Well after all that hard work and sleepless nights.
All the worry and anxiety, all the crazy memorisation.
All the crankiness and moodiness.

I'm only left with my final physics MCQ paper.
I'm so relieved.
No more Geography!
Hurray!
No more econs, no more maths, no more GP.

I'm going to sleep and not wake up till tomorrow afternoon.
I'm going to have a long tiring weekend in church though.
I've STOMP practice on Saturday from 2-5 Pm and Kids Camp meeting from 1.30 - 6pm.
I need rest!

Oh yes, I cannot neglect my Physics MCQ.
If I do well for it, I might possibly get an A.
But well I'll leave my results to God.

Oh yes, today is our 7th month together :)
I went to pick mel up after her school and went over to her house.
She wrote my this really sweet letter that really cheered me up.
Hello you, thanks for always encouraging me everytime I complain that I'm so stressed and feel like giving up.
Thanks for enduring all my crankiness.
Thanks for all your sweet surprises.
Thanks for reminding me that God is always watching over me and carrying me through.
Thanks for being there always :)

The A levels would have been a lot tougher if I didn't have her cheering me on all the way.

Examination.

I've completed all my Maths paper.
GP and Maths down.
Physics, Econs and Geog to go.

Anyway, today is Honey Shine Day.
I prepared honey water for Mel early in the morning.
Then brought her out for lunch after the Maths paper at Adam Road and then Island Creamery.
Yep we had lots of fun!

We were both quite tired though, and fell asleep on the way back.
We'll I'm glad we could still spend time together during this Honey Shine Day.

Lets start the count again, we'll count together.

Tired

I just went for a run and did some pull ups and sit ups.
I went down to clear my mind from exams and sort out my thoughts.
The exam stress is really getting into me.
I can't think about anything else other than my exams and its really tiring.

I almost couldnt come home.
After all the running, both thighs felt like they were going to cramp with each step.
I could barely walk home.
I had to keep stretching alone the way and limp home.
It was quite a scary experience.
It was midnight and I doubt anyone will be there to help me up if I do get a serious cramp.

Anyway, I felt much better after the workout.
I'm tired but my mind feels more active now.

Yesterday,
I went to pick Mel up from school cause she ended at 7pm.
I managed to surprise her but I wasn't in time cause I was helping Fengheng understand demand and supply.
We cheated but I'm glad I got to see her :)

Anyway about my enlistment,
People have been saying that those that go in in January would stand a higher chance of getting into OCS.
Thats what I'm hoping for.
Oh and I heard people who go in January are the scholars and I'll be seeing a lot of people from Hwachong and RJ.
Hmm hope I don't feel inferior there.

Sadly we may not get to spend our first year anniversary together cause I may be in camp :(
We'll theres always a possibility that we might get to, and I'll hope dearly for that.

I can't wait for A levels to me over. I really can't.
I can say this over and over cause its the only thing on my mind.

I'm looking forward to serving God, spend time with my family and mel, catch up with friends.

Oh, I'm a leader and guitarist and maybe worship leader for the up coming Kids Camp in my church.
And I'm part of the 'Stomp' team for my church's evangelical concert.

Oh yes, and my mum says she'll get me the multi-effects pedal that I've been longing for so I can serve the Lord better :)

And I'll get to Jam with Mel!

I'll come up with my TO-DO list for my short holiday soon.

My dad.

I took some time off from my studies to watch High school musical.
It was in my opinion better than the first two.
The songs are nicer, and its in a way more sensible.
More inspiring.
Its no wonder almost everyone in the cinema were teenagers.

My dad can watch movies at Cathay on week days for $4 in only 5 more years time.
He is going to be come a senior citizen.
It only hit me today that he is really getting older.
I really thank God for like keeping him going all this while.
I must mention that my dad is the most selfless person.
When I asked him if he is going to change his phone, he said,
"Yes im going to change my phone soon... when i strike the lottery."
Oh just to be clear, he doesn't buy lottery tickets.
And his phone was a free gift from Starhub more than 2 years ago.
The point is, he has been paying for our new phones.

No my dad is not outdated.
In fact he is the editor of one of Singapore's most popular forums for pocket pc and all that kind of things.
He is a tester and reviewer for iTech, the company that specialises in bluetooth headsets.
More importantly, my dad is a man that is always serving God.
He is a pastor and works in the Lutheran Church of Singapore's head office.
And he has to worry constantly about me and my sister.

We'll it doesn't have to be father's day to appreciate him.
So I just wanna tell the world how great a father he is.
He really inspires me to want to be a father just like him.
Except the big tummy.

Yawn.

Another tiring day of studying.

Then I went with Mel and her dad to get her Korg M3-61.
Its a wonderful workstation, and its a whole lot of fun too!
Even people who don't know how to play the piano (like me) can have lots of fun playing with it.
I'm going to try to make all the sound effects from Star Wars and Wall.E.

I asked my dad if I could get a multi effects pedal to go along with my electric guitar and he is supportive of the idea!
I can't wait.
After A levels, hopefully by then there is still stock and the recession will be over.

I'll have a whole lot of time after A levels to practice the guitar.
Kind of looking forward to bring a whole new range of music to the worship service.

Playing the guitar for God is why I started learning the guitar in the first place.
Thinking back, it all started one day when I asked my dad if we had any guitars at home and he brought out a classical guitar.
He also brought out a chord book and thought me a few chords.

The first song I learnt how to play was Amazing Grace.
How sweet the sound.

I guess I'm still quite a beginner but I pray that one day God will grant me the listening ear and the nifty fingers to bring worship to the next level.
I've to constantly remind myself its for God and not to impress people.

Well, I've to focus on my upcoming A levels first before thinking about becoming a rock star.

Till then.

Sweet Peanuts!