Monday, November 30

finally got my table settled and packed just now. It has been some time since i can see visible space on it. Though not totally neat and tidy, but at least there's less things on it now. I'm totally enjoying this moment now-the moment after the exams. Of course, its not like its the first time I had exams, but somehow this sem feels much different. Could be due to the fact that my long-awaited SEP is coming :)

Anw, caught the movie 2012 earlier today. Was a bit apprehensive about this movie initially because I do not agree with the myth over the 2012 deadline. During the first half of the movie, when the family was trying to escape from their home, I thought it was too much of calculated moves to be able to escape from the numerous near-death instances. But of course, they have to escape death for the story to continue. There were better breath-stopping moments with more realistic portrayals of incidents but what really caught me in this movie was not the jaw-dropping effects but the humane touch in the characters as they face the deciding moments of their lives.

Indeed when facing crisis, many of us struggle- struggle to make the right decisions. And what is right becomes questionable at this case. I'm not going to dwell on the topic of what is right but my question is will we be able to stand as who we are, firm with our beliefs and values even at the face of death? or will we scramble to hide just to save ourselves? Often I feel a lot of us will tend to choose the convenient way out or what comes to our minds first. But it may not be what is necessarily right or honourable. Is that what we want to be known for what we die?

Just the past Sunday, pastor was sharing about the engravings on the graves. Usually the words must summarize what you are known for in your life. So do we really want to be known for when we die? what kind of legacy do you want to leave for the future? It doesn't have to be bigger and world-changing, just the kind which you've leave behind for your children and loved ones. What will they know you for?

Finish the race well. In a way that is pleasing and honourable to the Lord.

jel; 11:00 pm

Saturday, November 14

It was a test of faith last week as I struggled to decide how I was going to complete my assignment for science of music. I had to hand in an original piece of music composition. As I had no music background, it is a uphill task to even come out with a tune that i can translate to a music score. I was at a strong musical handicapped when compared to others who had much stronger music background and even have professional music composition software. It is much easier to ask for assistance from experienced musicians or edit works done by others, something which was rather common for students for the past semesters. However, it is a tug at my integrity and I had to finally make up my mind that I will not do such things and decide to come out with a totally new music piece with no aids. When I decided on that, it was by faith as I had no idea how to go about going it.

I struggled as I started on my assignment but after hours on my computer, i finally squeezed out something. It was no Mozart piece, but I’m proud of what i’ve done, proud that its my own original work and that I stood by my integrity and placed my faith in Him.

I shared this with joanne and she was inspired by my testimony because she knows of a friend who appears nonchalant over plagarism. More so for me who is musically disadvantaged as compared to many others that I chose to take a firm stand on integrity. It makes me glad to hear such comments from others that I know that what I’ve done can be a good testimony even for fellow Christians and to reinforce and encourage others in insisting godly values in an environment that is so polluted.

jel; 1:05 am

Sunday, November 1

haha, spent the past 2 days trying to complete my music composition for my science of music module. Finally finished it last now. Well when i say finish, it means i think i've spent enough time on it already. Music composition can never be finished. The more time u spend on it, the better it gets, so it only depends on how high your expectations are. Well my 'finished' piece is no Mozart, but given my minimal music knowledge and experience, i'm very proud of what i've done and i'm proud to say that i've done it on my own with no aids and assistance from anyone! haha...

anyway, some random pictures of orchard road when i past by there over the past few weeks.


Tanglin mall's christmas deco. Always one of the first mall to start their decorating efforts. At first sight, it looks lk a RAG float. LOL




They started putting up the christmas deco since mid oct. Thats fast but its because this yr's celebration is earlier to coincide with APEC. Looking forward to the full lightup next week. Always look forward to this season of the year, with so much to do and so much to look forward to!

jel; 8:10 pm