Back and Gone

I was really looking forward to being back home..and last wednesday,I finally was home!

But it's finally friday night,and tomorrow morning,I'm leavin Kuching again..

How time really flies fast..It was in october/november when I first started my application procedures for my elective programme in Japan,which is gonna start next Monday until 12th February.With only 3 months ago I was busy with the preparation..and the time has finally come.It's still so surreal to me that I'm leavin tomorrow to the Land of the Rising Sun.

Will be in Singapore tomorrow morning,then Bangkok tomorrow night and finally Nagoya on Sunday morning.Long long hours..It's gonna be tiring.... :(

And I promise that I'll update with whats happening in Japan here or in Facebook whenever I can..With this,I bid u farewell...

Till the next time I blog,wish me safe journey!! =)


xoxoxoxoxo

p/s: I'm so blessed and grateful to My Father up in heaven for all these blessings...

Pre-Christmas Dinner

A christmas dinner before christmas!5 dys before Christmas,a few juniors from uni invited me and other Christians studying in Udayana for a lil' get-together-christmas-dinner at Baker's Corner,a cafe/bakery,quite well-known if I do say so myself.Though I was a lil bit skeptical of going since we weren't really close,but put that aside,went for it with a positive attitude. =/

With only 10minutes drive from my place,we finally reached.Opened the door and my eyes automatically saw the fake snowman and all I could hear in my mind was "take photo,take photo!!".So I did. =)
And here's some of their collection of cake designs.Seeing them made me felt like I wouldn't even eat them!

Angels and Mermaids (I don't quite get why these angels were hangin out wif the mermaid)

Naked Hunk (This would be good for the single men out there don't ya think?Or maybe if u wanted to hint to the birthday boy that he needs to shower) =P

I love those mini santa claus and pressies in this one!

Instead of the conventional birthday cake,how 'bout birthday cupcakes??Cute eh?

My friends and I were the early ones.We waited,the main "organiser" came.We waited again,2 came.We waited somemore,after almost a lil bit after an hour,everyone was there.FINALLY.Last ones were the youngest juniors,we waited for them before we ordered,but they didnt wanna eat there at all!like wth,right??Anyway.........annoyance aside.....

The menu.
Baker's Corner serves Asian,Western and Italian dishes. They even have Hainanese Chicken Rice!

See that?The roasted tenderloin?That's what I ordered.Rp75k!I was in a "christmassy" mood.I wanted something "chrismassy".More like an excuse to try the tenderloin without being made guilty about the price.

My meal.When it was served,I like the way it looked.The portion wasn't pathetic at all.I wasn't disappointed with the portion size.Mashed potatoes shaped somewhat like a cone then deep fried,added alongside it were steamed mixed vegetables of french beans,carrots and mushrooms.And of course,the tenderloin.Cut into 5 moderately sized pieces,roasted at my choice,medium rare.All these were showered with my choice of black pepper sauce,instead of the mushroom sauce.The Verdict?It wasn't heavenly till I could be on cloud nine,but I didnt hate it too.It wasn't all the way juicy,but it wasn't tough too.The taste was just right.On a scale of 0-5,I rated it an overall 3.5.Appearance:not dissappointing,simple,looked tasty.Taste:Right amount of taste,not too salty,meat was marinated quite well,though I'd prefer the sauce to be a lil bit more spicy.

Elisa ordered this,thin-crust Seafood Pizza. It was good.Amount of topping weren't "stingy" =) I ordered the drink below,I can't quite recall what it was..I think it was a blueberry smoothie?I know it was not a strawberry smoothie.Well,basically,a smoothie.It looked really really thick and yummy.One sip and bleh!Not sweet enough and I couldnt really taste the fruit it was used.That much I remember. After adding sugar syrup,it was much better.

Mei Yee ordered a dish Baker's Corner named Hokkien KuehTiaw,if I'm not mistaken.Served in a big bowl,it was definitely tasty and nice!Don't mind tryin it again if it weren't for the price..hehehe...

A senior a year before my batch,Krystle,she ordered "Grilled Salmon",served with what you can see from the pic above.Three words about the salmon:Fresh,Sweet,Thick. =))

In the midst of dinner,we chatted about classes,which church who goes to,where we're gonna be and do during Christmas,blablabla....I think I chatted wif my senior more than the juniors,well mayb js 2-3 juniors.The youngest batch were quiet,and it was awkward for me to talk with them,honestly I don't know why. =.="" Then we took photos,each had to wear this headband,I bought in a mall.It had reindeer horns on it and a mini bell at the end of the horns.EVeryone had to use it,even the boys.It was cute. =) After all the talkin and eatin,finally it ended.As usual,took pic :)

All who were at the dinner(minus)2 of our youngest juniors.They had to go meet their friends 'cause they had other plans.Go figure =P Anyway.......Nice pic,yea?

Chaoz~ =)

1Malaysia over Allah???

I guess everyone knows about the big hoo-haa that's been going around in the news,not to forget tons of people updating their status regarding this matter.

one word.

ALLAH.

Allah,which simply means God in Arabic.

This one word caused such a commotion in Malaysia,which I am now embarrassed to call my Home at this very moment. Youngsters setting up molotov cocktails in churches after the court overturned the ban of using this word in the "Herald" or if any,other christian newsletter,articles and what not. Just because of ONE word,this has caused much anger and rebellion in those insecure in what they believe in,leading them to stupidity.

57 years of independance and with our current Prime Minister trying to instill the 1Malaysia "trend" yet there are people this shallow who thinks that they are making a stand and leaving a mark in Malaysia about their rights of using "Allah". Is this is what Malaysia is slowly becoming? Only certain people can use this word?What next?Only certain people are able to have their say in Malaysia while others just sit in silence?This is NOT the Malaysia we hope to live in,well for me it isn't. Harmony and Peace in our country is slowly thinning if this sort of attitude continues.

More on Al-Jazeera: http://english.aljazeera.net/news/asia-pacific/2010/01/2010181572087252.html

Undeniably,sadness and dare I say,anger too are felt in the hearts of those affected by this matter. If your friend or relative or anyone you know attends any one of the churches burnt,lift them up and be with them.As for me,I do not know anyone from these churches.All I can do is to pray for them and write this blog. Remember,the Lord Jesus Christ is a FORGIVING God. Do not let anger creep into our hearts and have hatred towards these people. The very first time I found out about the attacks,it reminded me what Jesus said when He was crucified on the cross:

"Forgive them Father for they know not what they have done."

Our Father reigns above all,thus,we as His children have no reason to be afraid and be worried of those who opposes Him. When we are not able to do things with our own strength,He does it for us.There is no point being angry with such people. So for those reading this,I urge you to pray for our brothers and sisters affected by this attack,and for the Lord's light to shine in our beloved beautiful country.

Happy New Year!

A year has finally passed...And another year has come..Goodbye 2009.....and HELLO 2010!!!

What's your resolution for this year??

"I set new year resolutions every year but I've never achieve them all"
"I never set new year resolutions....so that I won't be disappointed with myself when I don't achieve them"
"I only achieve some of my resolutions"
"I try my best to achieve all my resolutions..so far it's been fine,I guess"

The many familliar answers to the very often asked question =)

What's your highlight of 2009??What's your hope for this year?

For me,2009 has passed way way way too soon!Days after days,months after months...Time just went by in front of me,in a blink that I dont even feel it!I thank God for last year,for the many things,good and bad..And like all of you,I'm definitely hoping that this year will be a much,much,MUCH BETTER year!A happier,healthier and more successful year!

Have an amazing,awesome year!!!!Blessed 2010!!!!!!!!

Christmas Fireworks!

This is related to my previous post.I was finally able to upload the fireworks video launched at The Spring,during Christmas countdown!!Took a vid of it for your viewing pleasure =) Those who were not able to celebrate Christmas at home wif your family,here's a gift for u =PEnjoy!!

p/s:Don't mind the background noises*wink*

Oh no...................

I'm back in Bali after being in Home Sweet Home,Kuching for christmas..............

I have a practical exam this coming Tuesday

Tons to memorise and practice.

Not fully prepared.YET.

Lord,HELP!!!!!!

oh crap.

Have a Merry,Merry Christmas!!

It's FINALLY Christmas!!!And I'm back home in Kuching!!woohoo!!After 3 yrs of not being able to be home for christmas,I finally got the chance to this year!! Just got back from church for the annual Christmas Eve Service and as usual,it was packed,like sardines in cans! (= After that,drove around,not knowing where I actually wanted to go..and I was near The Spring,and they had fireworks!So I stopped at a carpark nearby the mall and sat in the car,watching them for about 7mins!Though I think it lasted for about 15.It was pleasant watching it.Took a vid of it! =)) Unfortunately,I'm havin trouble uploadin it here.bugger~

Anyway,wherever you are..............

HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS!!!!!!

Be glad for this day,a reminder that Jesus came into this world for US!Rejoice and Be Glad in Him!