Saya Anak Bangsa Malaysia! :)

Being able to wake up at 6amish for YC is like anticipating in a queue for a cup of good ol’ Baskin Robbin’s icecream. Sweeet! ;)

Jeremy was right. The thing about us is that sometimes, when we pray for our country for the underlying problems she’s facing, we tend to pray in such a way that it’s all ‘THEIR’ problem- hence, contributing to a bigger problem that leads to complacency and apathy.We put it in such a way that it’s THEIR responsibility to bring the country together when truth is, we’re all equally responsible for this country as individuals. We set our mindsets in such a way that we don’t feel any sense of guilt when we hear of corruptive things happening .Subconsciously, we allow ourselves to overlook the selfishness and greed that has been evolving deep inside our inner being.

Dear Righteous Dad,
I don’t want it to be that only after I see bloodshed that I start seeing the urge to stand in the gap for my country. Two years back around this time of the year opened my blind eyes to see that I was born in Malaysia for a reason. For some reason I wasn’t born in Africa without food or in the US sipping a bottle of coke, or in Hawaii enjoying by the beachside. I was born in Malaysiato do all I can to oppose all forms of prejudice, discrimination, oppression, persecution and injustice. I know I can’t do this by my own strength. When I see Malaysia with my own eyes, I see a nation so destructive, so full of corruption. But through Your eyes, I see Your beautiful people. I hear your heartbeat , I feel your anguish for Your people. I see that glimpse of HOPE for Malaysia through You. That’s right. There’s no corruption or injustice in Your kingdom – and so, let Your kingdom come and Your will be done in my country. Dear Dad, I’ll live , knowing there’s a greater day,there’s a hope that never fails. When Your Name is lifted high I’m believing for the Day.Let Your name be lifted higher, higher above ANY FORM OF corruption, higher above injustice, higher above selfishness and greediness, higher than complacency and apathy.I pray that You would engage the hearts and minds of Malaysians to rise above the social constructs and divisive forces of ethnicity, faith, colour, class or gender.

Heal this land I pray.

If you want your children to be able to call Malaysia their peaceful home, you need to start realizing that it’s about time you take ownership of Malaysia. It’s about time you go the extra mile and have the courage to fight this for the the future generation.

Dear You/ reader,

” Malaysians struggled through the experience of having shot by water cannons and t

ear gases, being kicked and whacked out of their choice to make a stand, ; children , teens, men and women being arrested by authorities, detained till midnight, sacrificing their clean records , walking together , nurturing the spirit of unity FOR A REASON – Some 10-15thousand Malaysians stood up FOR A CAUSE –all these were done FOR THE FUTURE GENERATION – you and me. Your future sons and daughters, grandsons and granddaughters ."
Sincerely, me.

You’re part of Malaysia.
Sure, you can chose to run away and be send off to another country ; secure a better future in the first world, you say? No matter what, if you were born in Malaysia, you’re a Malaysian and forever will be a Malaysian.

Dear Janice,This blog post serves as a reminder to you, you shall be reminded that You’re a Malaysian who cares and believes. Do your part for your country. Exercise your rights as a citizen. Take hold of the authority given to you. Ultimately, search His heart for Malaysia – be a vessel, an agent of change to aid in this process of transformation. Until revival sweeps this land ( even after that ) Do not give up ; pray and keep praying. Until the winds of change blow right in, Do NOT lose hope on your Dad for your country – You were born for times like this. Kudos to Jesus for triumphing over evil! So just as your Daddy triumphed over evil, so shall you through Him, by all means go all out and never give up! :)

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine,

according to his power that is at work within us,to him be glory in the church
and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations,for ever and ever! Amen.
- Ephesians 3:20-21"

In our hearts,
Lord, in this nation.
Awakening.
For this Hour, for this moment.
I seek awakening.

For Greater Things have yet to come, and Greater Things are still to be done in this city.
Saya anak Bangsa Malaysia and I'm believing for transformation to happen in Malaysia.

the ninth of july.

Awakened by the alarm at seven am in the morning, I washed up and immediately got on my knees to pray for my country. Yeah, while most of us was sleeping in, I decided to be up early ( I was up at 1am but then I dozed off , meh ) to stand in the gap and intercede. At half past eight my mom barged in my room to get me out to the market .

“ But I’m not even done with interceding”.
Seeing that she really needed help with the groceries, I got changed an and went off. I took a solitary walk outside of the house to the market in the morning, only to hear more about the spongebob rally. Another step further and I could hear the voices of many, murmuring about the inconvenience they would have to tolerate later in the afternoon. I stood there thinking, ( That was me being part of a thinker I suppose )

"Are we actually gonna tolerate all these ‘inconvenience’ now, or are we just gonna sit back and tolerate more dirty elections and a filthy , violated and destructive country in time to come? " Both on my left and right, I could hear people criticizing the authorities, making harsh comments when the thing is, they don’t really even know what’s going on. I myself, am in no position to make such comments, because I didn't really make the effort to do deep researches to check on what’s happening internally.

Then, I went for a luncheon in the afternoon with a prayerful attitude - only to hear everyone at my table having a ‘discussion’ about the rally going on at two. Instead of throwing in bits and pieces of unhelpful comments, I went surfing the net in hope to hear more of the happenings. True enough the more I hear about what's going on in my country, the more my heart began to stir - I'm being reminded of the need to stand in the gap for my country. Watching videos of innocent Malaysians (who only want their voices to be heard) get whacked and kicked on the ground , knowing that more and more Malaysians are getting arrested for ‘walking’ the talk ; my heart sank deep in anguish. Daddy, I knew you were crushed to see these Malaysians being injured, harmed and oppressed in silence, but I also trust that You have the right plans for her.Yes, I was suppose to be one of the people who were happily attending the luncheon. I was literally there but Dad, you know where I was and what I was up to. Everyone at my table thought I was being the ‘rebel kid with the phone’ – but I couldn’t help it, the urge to be quiet and intercede after every update was so strong. Over the hour I was literally spamming my wall with short cry outs.

As soon as I got back from the luncheon my eyes were focused on the laptop, I hopped on bed and started relying on the mass media to stay updated. It didn’t take me long to realized the need to take time more time off to intercede for my country. Instead of reading more of the chaotic news and flooding twitter updates that were shooting like gunshots, I closed my eyes, quietened my heart and started turning to Him. As my eyes were shut tight, and noises around me began to fade away, I saw a chaotic scene, a scene I would never wanna see come to past. The last time I closed my eyes on occasions like these for my country – I saw bloodshed and cruel people stomping over layers of people out of selfishness and greed. " No, Dad. No." - The amount of fear and reverence that was instilled in my heart carried me further into a deeper level of intercession.

At four the crowds told to disperse as promised, detainees were released at 12pmish instead of 9pm as promised. ( that was exactly what happened to my friend , at least ) Yup! It was a without doubt a historical ( NOT HYSTERICAL OKAY! ) day – a day for all Malaysians to remember. Not to forget that beautiful sight of Malaysians from all walks of life coming together in unity, and actually walk the talk. Bersih 2.0 was semi successful - Now we've got to keep prayin' for the memorandum to be passed over, eh?

On the side note, Dad.
Today’s hystorical event reminded me to constantly look beyond the surface of things to see the need to stand in the gap for my country, to have the courage to stand up for what is right, to take hold of the authority given to me – to exercise my rights a
s a Malaysian. Most importantly, to look from Your Perspective of the things , instead of being heavily biased towards the sceptical perspective in which the world looks at.

Thumbs up and hats off to some 10-15 thousand Malaysians who had the courage to walk the talk and to make the most out of this opportunity given ; to show that your actions spoke so much louder than words! :)

Another thumbs up for yellow mellow stuff lying in my room!
HIDUP RAKYAT!

Today ; I knocked out on bed early in the night only to know that it's now the beginning of another season of change.

Let the winds of change blow right in yaw! ;)

being CLEAN ;

1. Free from dirt, stain, or impurities; unsoiled.

2. a. Free from foreign matter or pollution; unadulterated

b. Not infected: a clean wound.

3. a. Producing relatively little pollution:

b. Producing relatively little radioactive fallout or contamination:

4. Having no imperfections or blemishes; regular or even

5. a. Not ornate or intricate; spare

b. Sharply defined; clear-cut

6. Free from clumsiness; deft; adroit

7. Devoid of restrictions or encumbrances:

8. Thorough; complete

9. Having few alterations or corrections; legible

10. a. Morally pure; virtuous: led a clean life.

b. Having no marks of discredit or offense: a clean voting record.

11. Fit for all readers, listeners, or audiences; not ribald or obscene

12. Honest or fair: a clean fighter; a clean competition.

WASH UP AND BE CLEAN! :)

Dear Janice, don't ever ever forget your commitment to set aside 30 minutes and more for Malaysia! :) JUST DO IT! Bersih means clean.

Adios! :)

A day off school to catch up with things.
which reminds me, I still owe people lotsa pektures.

Okay it’s about time I get off the media and catch up on devotions and the work pilling on my desk.
Taken two months break off studies, think It’s time to catch up nao.
can’t believe I’m actually going to sign up for tuition classes :0

Dear Daddy,
Thank You for making all things work together for my good.
The next six months of the year is Yours ;)

" It's only when you're grateful for what you each day, you get to acknowledge who God is and what He has been doing in Your Life"

BD #8 - Of more shoutouts.

SHU HEE ;

The second I opened your gift, The first thing on my mind was that. YOU’RE CRAZY. CRAZY I TELL YOU, CRAZY! I still don’t get how you found the time to make all these little cow sticks but THEY’RE SO CUTE AND I LOVED EVERYSINGLE ONE OF THEM! :D though I don’t know you quite well, keep being the kind of friend that would stick out for your friends! : ) Thank you for the amazingly special present, I REALLY. DIDN’T SEE THAT COMING! :D

ELENA & JOANNE ;

Thank you dear, for the cute mug and the photo frame! ;D Thanks for being such a blessing to meeeeee, i love you both very much!

TSE ANN ;

Thank you for the long encouraging speech. Though I didn’t get to hear it from you last night, i sorta already heard our secret speech speaking from our hearts ;) thank you for going the extra mile ; writing me this sweet long message ; couldn’t help it but cry! Yeah, we’ll keep growing. We’ll keep planting cabbages together. We’ll keep sticking together. WE’LL KEEP BEING US! :D Thanks Dad. For this breathing gift =)

KAVI ;

I sent you a long text message instead, HEHEHHE :D

OH AND HEARTFELT THANKS TO THE BOTH OF YOU for burning a hole in your pocket! I LOVED the both of them very muccccchhhhh! It must cost you a bom!

SAM-E ;

I guess being who you really are and not what others think of you as is what makes you shine out of the many people around. There’s something special in you that I really treasure and I would really love to see our friendship blossom like the beautiful flower! ( name me one, hehehe )

THANKS! :D

Li Yueng, Suk Kyi, Amanda :

Thanks for making the extra effort to plan and make sure things work out for the dinner. It’s not easy getting everyone to settle down and running the whole dinner, I want to let you know that it didn’t really matter whether the ONE dinner went smoothly, what matters to me the most is having the opportunity to spend time with you guys every 5 days a week! :D more than a birthday dinner. And girls, you have been such good friends ; friends that i’ll have a spot for right here in ma’ heart! :D Love you girls, and the four amazing years we’re been together!

Loved the photo frame notebook.

DHAKSHA, CHEE MENG , OLIVER, RODNEY , DEANNA , EUJIN, ADELINE ;

To be honest this was the very notebook I wished for quite long ago and I WAS IN SHOCK that you guys actually got it fer me :/ I didn’t manage to get it because it was so pricey. BUT goodness me, THANK YOU SO MUCCCHH , I REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY LOVED IT! :DThank you for being such thoughtful friends!

AARON LEW ;

For always being around to help out in SU. And for being who you are- thanks for the teddy, the chocolate and the pouch!

ABEL CHOO ;

been classmates for 6 months nao ;) My sister and I loved your pencil case! IT’S CHO CUTE! You make a good friend and we appreciate your company!

MARCUS ;

for that artsy- like sincere note you scribbled for me! :D and the present you stole from somebodeh under your roof! OR SOMETHING. Hahahha ;) been class mates for 6 months now, and I’m glad our paths crossed! :D keep being the Marcus I know you are! :D

ADELINE TAN;

for the cute birthday card and the meaningful notes scribbled in both cards! :D I love you to bits! And yesss we shall move on with life! :D HAHHAHAA. I love you choo much and I’ve pretty much said everything on the card I gave you , HEHEHE ;D THANKS DEAR! :D

LEON ; for the weird angpau packet! ;D crazy dude. HAHA ;D

AND EVERYONE ELSE! :D

P/S : Thousand apologies for the names I didn't mention, I felt so hot at two in the morning last night I decided to doze off instead. But know that I really really appreciate and acknowlegde everything you guys did for me ;)

All in all It wasn’t the amount of presents/text messages/birthday wishes/ hugs and kisses I’d received. It’s not about this one day that I get to be happy and celebrate.

It’s more like the best ‘birthday’ presents are all around me! ;)
THANKS AGAIN DAD!

BD # 7 - Shoutouts from the heart.

ROSALEEN GOH ;
Thank You Rose, for reminding me I can’t wink! And dropping me a text message.
Also, I want to let you know that you’re having the hairstyle I had when I cut my hair SHORT. For the first time :) Blessed being the ‘mini You!’

Thanks PAUL TAN ; for the keychain I wanted a year ago! Guess I told you the story, hehee.

Thanks KATHERINE ;
for praying and camwhoring with me this morning ;)

Thanks SZE KAY ;
For the little purple note I was blessed with! :) I love you to bits and I’ve always loved the way you are! Thanks for being there to listen when I needed someone to! For the tears and the joy ;)


SUWEN , CHLOE, JED ;
for the tight bear hug in the ladies early in the morning!

Thanks for the tight squeeze and the belated birthday screams.
Thank You Josh and Annora for the super anointed message!
Thank You Ginsky for picking on me out of the high heels! And also encouraging me.
ABANG SAM ;

For the super duper cool birthday present! :) Didn’t see that coming and you know I love it to bits! :D Thank you for always being ever so ready to listen and being such an inspiration in my life! I enjoy your company very much and and i’d like to spend more time talking to you!

RACHEL MOEY ;
for that hug and the prayer. I want to let you know that your message inspired me to wake up in the morning at 4 and start working my heart out for the things I know my Daddy wants me to do. Thank you for being you, and being such a wonderful elder sister! ;) I love you to bits and I’m glad you made it all the way through the 3 months in Logos! :D

CANDICE ;
FOR BEING THE COLOURFUL, TOUGH LADY YOU ARE! :D i’ve always knew that you’re capable of more than you’ve ever imagined and I still believe you can make it through the tough life in Aussie! I’m glad our paths crossed and I’ll always love you ;)

SARAH ANN YOUNG ;
thanks dear big ME! :D for being YOU! And more showering so much affection on meeeee ;) Thank you for all the random coloured pieces of encouragement! :DD I thank God for you – one of the many few that inspired me to embrace this journey of life and to run this race well! :D I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO SPEND MORE TIME WITH YOU! :D

ROXANNE ;
for poking my fats early in the morning, hehehe. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH and It’s lovely to have someone like you who cares so much more people around! Thank you Roxanne, you make a good friend and i enjoy your company! :D

BEN GAN ;
Thanks Ben, For driving all the way to ma house , equipped with tubs of good ol’ fattening ice cream with a thoughtful heart! Thanks for not letting me have my bottle back and always lookin’ out for me!

SALENA TEE ;
THANK YOU SALENA TEE! :Dfor making the extra effort to send my birthday package all the way from New Zealand! J I love you SO MUCH KIWI and I know i’m gonn alove the package so much. I CAN’T WAIT TO RECEIVE IT! I’m sorry yours was delayed for so long though! :/ I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH FWEN, AND I MISS YOU SO MUCCCCCHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I lub you, please sanitize your hands more often. ;)

BD # 6- Stuffy seafood.

And then I had another birthday dinner which made my brother’s face swell up! HEHEHEHEHHEE. I am such a mean sister, hehee. Nothing means more than spending quality time when your family! ( well not exactly nothing but you get my point! )but yeah, writing this made me zoom back to the past. The day I was down on knees in desperation to see my family be united in faith and love. I remember kneeling down on the floor in tears with Ginsky beside me during conference. And boy, have I been praying hard everyday! :D

“ When you talk to God even at the most random and awkward moments ( that means, praying ) – ( even if you’re simply telling him you’re about to fart or brush your teeth ) He’ll never leave your prayer unanswered. “

Something I was reminded of today .8 months passed and I’m seeing a big change in my family NAO and i’m not giving up just yet.

“Perseverance” , - Josh Chang.

Thanks Dad. For simply answering those silent whispers.Yeah, and thanks for the chance to stuff myself with so much seafood and ice cream I can barely even walk right now – YES, I’M THAT BLOATED. It’s close to midnight now and I guess life’s just awesome with You. Wait , i didn’t guess that! I KNOW THAT ;D haha.

I’m giving it all away, all to go your way.

BD # 5 - It was love that made me a believer.

Not being around in YC for three weeks is not exactly a very good idea. Gotta give me a smack on the face like Ben did! HAAHA. Despite the fact that I soaked in tears last night, I did it again this morning, Well I didn’t exactly see in coming though. I came to YC having a deep sense of desperation to receive something, ( not physically, I’m showered with too many heart-aching lovable birthday gifts ) And I didn’t step outta church empty handed.

" More like falling in love Than something to believe in "

- I guess what Annora said was true. If you were to ask a Christian like me, questions on “GOD”; I wouldn’t be able to give you an answer. Instead, I’ll just bite my lips and walk off. It was only after I’ve experience these ‘stories’ for myself that gave me a head start of embracing this walk with You.

“ Even a mustard seed , ( one of the smallest seeds out of the many small seeds ) have the potential to grow if you don’t give up on watering and fertilizing it “

– Josh Chang, paraphrased.

And then Dad, you began to make me tear again after listening to Josh’s message. True enough both their messages were related to what I’ve been thinking off the past few days. While everything was happening so quickly, The encouraging text messages, heart to heart conversations, toasts and conversations just ran through. The fact that I was blessed enough to be able to see the fruits of what I’ve been planting was more than encouraging ; it drove me to do even better. I suppose today was more than one of those days when you come back from YC with swollen eyes and flushed- red face.

It’s one of those days when you’re challenged
to plant triple the seeds you’ve been planting and triple the water you’ve watering ;)
It’s one of those days when you’re challenged
to really bring change to your world, the people around you ; )

for the world you love ; let Your will be done in me because I desire the awakening of many hearts ;
to see them rise with a change in their lives. <3

BD # 4 - Tears to Bed.

In spite of all the happening things going on,
I had to say there was this rush of emotions that came along ;
I came back home only to realise that I was gonna soak in tears to bed for the night. Speaking of which, I soaked my super cool pillow as well ._. I soaked in tears while reading all the long inspiring text messages I received. Reading 'em ; it felt like it was more than just something rather, touching. I felt like it hit the button right in the heart somewhere – the one that triggered the rush of emotions, I had to tear up. I thought of the years I’ve been in school and
the stuff I’ve been doing,
the friends I’ve been meeting and keeping,
the relationships I’ve been working,
the cards I’ve been making,
this life I’ve been living.

Sixteenth year, here I go.
To hear and read of what my friends and family had to say about my life and how much impact I’d brought to their lives was exactly the thing that got me down on my knees. I sought in tears.Dear God, I’m going to live the next 16 years and the years to come to do triple the stuff I’ve been doing (andmore!). I remember this prayer I said when I was eleven. And now I’ve seen it come to pass, after four years. Just like what Marcus said, I had to take a break from all the commotion ; lying down on my bed in the dark and reflecting through the past 16 years of my life – and at the end of the day, having to say that the life that I had been living so far was indeed an awesome one driven by You. Driven by the love you’ve imparted and made my carry on – to be spread around my world. No one would be able to deny the fact that I wouldn’t be the Janice I am if it wasn’t for You, who stepped in the picture of my life.

At midnight ( I suppose It was more of an early morning that midnight but oh well ; )
My eyes shut tight and the train of thoughts running through slowed down ,
the voices from my heart had quieten down, the sudden rush of emotions came to an end.

Dear God,
Like the rising sun that shines, from the darkness comes a light,
I hear your voice and this is my awakening.
Today, I’m challenged to take a another step up ( thank you Jofan Pang! ;)
MY prayer is that this life I have with You – would be brought to EVEN greater heights ;

achieving even GREATER THINGS.
through grace , and peace that surpasses all understanding.

BD # 3 - I want Nobody but YOU.

I must admit, Exhibition Day drained most of my energy. To the point where I had to have 2 pieces of drumstick and one plate full of vegetables. Next up would be finishing the identity cards I had on the list ; which almost ties up to more than a hundred more to go? Sad to say, I dozed off while I was at that - for almost half and hour, i suppose. Then I got to hit the treadmill for half and hour AND THEN I went to bathe and got ready for my birthday dinner, HAHA ;) selfish little me.

Thank you for the happening birthday dinner, friends ;) Thank you Adrian for being the big star, Miing Pin, Aaron, Kar Hui for Sparta-ing.
Elena, Joanne, Chee Meng, Amanda, Li Yueng, Deanna, Sophia, Tse Ann, Kavitra, Elise and Samantha, for being such beautiful young ladies ;) Daniel, Leon, Oliver, Chee Weng Nick, Marcus, Alex, Brian, and Abel for being such cool buddies ;) My 10 year old friend Thina, for the meaningful toast ;)Sam for making it all the way from school to church to night market and to my birthday dinner.

EVERYBODEH, for the effort you guys put in to pull of such a happening birthday dinner, creatively! From birthday toast, to funny dress codes ( AND CHOCOLATE AWARDS TO OFFER! ) Four years now and it’s been an awesome journey , mates! ; ) Even to those who didn’t make it for the dinner, Adeline, Dhaksha, Rodney ( and the list goes on! )thanks for being mua friend ;)

-Sincerely, Me.

"So guys, what happened today would be something I’ll pass on to my children in the future ; if they were to ask me how I celebrated my sixteenth birthday."

On another side note, Thank you Daddy for surrounding me with beautiful individuals, being ever so thoughtful. The friends you’ve gifted me with ; the joy they bring and the smiles they carry in their hearts. Thank you for the chance even to have a good catch up birthday dinner with handsome and pretty people like them! ;) Although I was afraid to step into this school back when I was thirteen, I knew you had everything well taken care of, and true enough, Here I am doing absolutely fine under your arms ;)

Thank You Daddy ; I had an inspiring and encouraging birthday dinner.

BD #2 - 1 Malaysia Run & Exhibition Day.

Dear Daddy ,

Being awake at 4am in the morning; reading all those messages that came spammin’ in over the night reminded me of the where I came from, and where I was heading. I must admit, those inspiring heartfelt messages( AND YOU )were the ones that got me going early in the morning, despite the neverending yawns and the countless times my eyes felt like shutting.

In hope to inspire more lives, I got out of bed, washed up and started crafting, again. Didn’t take me long to be filled with the joy of serving ; me being fired up to do the many things I could do was exactly what I was prayin’ for.

After two and the half hours of non stop yawning, stretching, singing and crafting ; I packed up, rushed downstairs and headed for school. Excitedly, I got down Ann’s car and was hyped up for the day – and no, it wasn’t because it was my birthday, it’s because I had this huge opportunity I’ll only ever have once a year ; Exhibition Day.

Good sweat kicked off a healthy morning, I’d say. 1Malaysia run was somewhat hilarious, in a way. I’ve always loved jogging while having this hilarious conversation with You. INSIDE JOKE ;D HAHA.

Exhibition set up was pretty tiring itself. Got the booth ready, pens and markers out, materials and what not. All in all I’d say it was pretty hectic and I didn’t exact follow what I’d planned earlier on.
( But that’s the whole point of being radical, huh ;) Tired, I was. What encouraged me was the fact that I got to make use of the opportunity given to me, to serve through the little talent that was given to me. Ammatures like me don’t get to do stuff like that everyday ya know!

Aside from all the commotion, I got to see sincere smiles from the heart, I got to show of my shiny metal teeth, scribble like I always loved to, and be under the fan was just a bonus that came along side ;) ;) I had an amazing time doing what I love to do, even if I didn’t get to go out and pay a visit to other clubs and their exhibits ; but thank you Daddy for reminding me that in order to save a life, you have to pay a price. Serving with a sacrifice would carry a deeper meaning – sacrificial love, another. So yeah, the skipping exhibition day and being right at my booth was just the thing I know I should do. It was worth the time and effort, because at least I get to impart something in many lifes – to let them know how special of an individual they are ; how their inner beauty would shine out of the many layers of make up and 8 packs.

Although, there’s this one thing I regret not doing - I didn’t get to snap any pics of the whole event. BUT then again! Thumbs up for Scripture Union and the committee, Mr. Najib kicking in a healthy start for the day, The friends that were with me all the way through, and the banana split that was left on the booth until it was deformed into something rather ... ( I’d like to skip this part ; )





Thank chu Daddy beginning my day at FOUR in the morning, pumped with energy and joy ;)

BD #1 - Malls and markers.

1^st of July was just like every other day ;

; that doesn’t mean it was mundane and ordinary. I define every other day as every other SPECIAL day, which means I get to lay low and do ma’ thing! ;) ( well, YOUR thing, Daddy. YOUR THING ;)

Today, I got to impart something in a teacher’s life.
I got to craft – as always.
I got to build muscles ; got the classroom ready for exhibition.
I got to write a love letter to someone.
I got to sweat the toxins out of my bodeh.
I got to craft till midnight ;

Aside from all that the weirdest, yet funniest thing of all was, I got the chance to draw a card for a stranger, there and then.

Dear Janice, just In case you ever forget something like this happened, here’s how it goes –Right before I made my way to midvalley after school, I had this huge impression on me that I should pack all my crafting stuff with me, just incase. And so I did. –Scissors, pen, colour paper, tape – etc. Few hours later I find myself writing a card for this stranger –close to the age of twenty five, a lady I met at midvalley. After showing off my shiny metal teeth and a little introduction, she started to open up ; yes my mommy did warn me not to talk to strangers. But I knew I had to.(Thanks again Daddy! ) So she started telling me about her relationship with her guy, and how it’s not working that well. She saw my crafts and drawing as my bag was opened, and immediately asked me if I would do her a favour, make her a handmade card. I looked at her in the eyes, thinking that she was just kidding.

“ Okay, Why not? “I answered in fear because truth to be told, I was afraid I was gonna be involved in a scam of some sort. But Daddy you said to move on. So I did.
“Can you please draw a picture of me and my boyfriend in it? “
On the spur of the moment ; my colour paper, notepad, and pen came flyin’ out.
“Please write in the note’ We gambate together”
– Well yeah thing is, she was this Chinese lady, and we were both communicating in Mandarin. So I asked her about the story behind the card, and before I know it. I was done with the drawings and the card. While I was at that, we manage to have a pretty intense, deep and encouraging talk. Then, Instead of just writing those few words, I wrote a deeper meaningful quote, after listening to what she had to say. She had this smile on the face – the kind that would make me tear up and I did.
“ After talking to you, I can see you’re a very understanding person and you would make a good girlfriend and a mother”, she said sincerely.
“ Haha No lah, You must be kidding me”,that’s me being me – shy. “ I’m older than you, I’ve got more experience, you’re indeed one smart girl with a very kind heart, and I’m sure you’ll be successful in life when you grow older”, she said – being exactly like a Chinese. After the long heart to heart conversation, she walked away with the card and asked me if I will be here next week. I told her it would be a 50-50 chance. ( and there you go! that’s me being me, being extra safe ) ;




Cut the long story short we separated ways and she left with a huge smile on her face that was comin’ right from the heart. I gave her a big hug before I left, and she said a very sincere thank you. Why am I reminding you all these Janice? Because in time to come when you go to the malls, bring an extra pen, a notepad, a ready made card , a pair of sharp eyes to look out for opportunities and an open heart to serve there and then- a pair of sharp ears to listen to the voice that’ll be leading you to be obedient and not to be doubtful. Also, pay extra attention and take all the safety precaution you’ll need to stay alive and going ;)

Note that today you’ve implanted a seed in a person’s life. And you shall be praying for that very beautiful lady and her relationship! :)

On the side note, I remember praying for opportunities like this the day before, because I was really desperate – and I had overdose of love. And true enough, I was able to do so many things today, from inspiring my teacher – to .. being there to listen for a stranger. Thanks Dad, for opening doors and opportunities like this. Thanks for allowing your voice to sound so clear to the point where I knew it was YOU telling me to go for it. ;)

I had an awesome pre-birthday gift .

Thanks Dad!