Conversation@BMI around 6.45pm
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Mich (spies Danny at Jo's desk): MY FWEN!! :) :)
Berno: Harrow!! :)
Mich: Er, I meant my other fwen...(Danny)
Berno: *crestfallen expression* Oh.
Danny: *laughs*
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Chubby Bunny!!!
Michelle was at Candy Empire on Fri...and she decided to buy a huge pack of campfire marshmallows for the office. And within A DAY they were eaten up by voracious BMI folks!!!! Wah biang! And they left ONE miserable marshmallow in the container for me. For show ah? haha!
Anyway, it's always a tradition to play the "Chubby Bunny" game when we've got a pack of marshmallows. This is Abi's virgin attempt at it. Super hilarious cos she didn't know what she was getting herself into. For the uninitiated...the game goes like this. You are supposed to put one marshmallow in your mouth, keep it there, and say 'CHUBBY BUNNY'. If you can say it rather coherently, then you're supposed to put another marshmallow in your mouth. This goes on until you're just totally incoherent, your mouth has no more room...and well...until you literally look like a CHUBBY BUNNY. Tadah!! Ok lah...we're a bunch of kids I know. :p
Anyway, it's always a tradition to play the "Chubby Bunny" game when we've got a pack of marshmallows. This is Abi's virgin attempt at it. Super hilarious cos she didn't know what she was getting herself into. For the uninitiated...the game goes like this. You are supposed to put one marshmallow in your mouth, keep it there, and say 'CHUBBY BUNNY'. If you can say it rather coherently, then you're supposed to put another marshmallow in your mouth. This goes on until you're just totally incoherent, your mouth has no more room...and well...until you literally look like a CHUBBY BUNNY. Tadah!! Ok lah...we're a bunch of kids I know. :p
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Parachute Band @ Riverlife Church
Have I mentioned that I love my church? :) Haha! Today...my church had the pleasure of hosting Wayne & Libby Huirua from Parachute Band....and they led worship for us during service. It was a really powerful & ministering time of worship....I think we were extremely blessed to have them with us. :) The worship set was as follows:
1) Lord You are good (by Israel Houghton)
2) God of wonders
3) Beautiful Saviour (by Planet Shakers)
4) It is well with my soul
5) Still
They didn't sing their own Parachute band songs at all! I was quite surprised. I must say they blew me away because of their humility, and huge, generous hearts for the church.....and how that helped us go into deep, intimate worship with God. Yeah...it was just a sweet time of LAVISHING praise on our God, and learning to rest & trust in the One who is bigger than our hearts and circumstances.
It's been a trying time for me of late, but during that time of worship, something just resonated deeply in my spirit, I felt affirmed once again, of the specific call that God has upon my life- to be a voice that sings for Him, connecting people to God. I just LOVE to see His people worshipping Him...that has gotta be the most beautiful sight on earth. :) And yeah..that is what I want to live for.
After worship, we had a special item, "Adore," by the whole Huirua family. It was such an endearing sight to see the 2 kids singing and playing along with their parents. Libby quipped "Don't we look like the Von Trapp family? Only thing is we're not Austrians....just Kiwis. :)"
Their little boy even had his own pint-sized guitar! You could hear the whole church go "Awwwww!" haha! And Wayne went "yeah, he's so cute isn't he?"
My silly new hp's camera is quite fuzzy...so I apologize that the pictures aren't sharp enough. I couldn't get a clear view of the eldest daughter either from my angle.
The ONLY view of the eldest daughter I could get....from the big screen.
Wayne & his cute little son....who plays very skillfully on the guit btw!! They were very tight, and even ended the song surprisingly on some funny 7th or 9th chord TOGETHER. Wow! In all, I was really moved by that scene and I pray that if and when I have my own family, my kid(s) will grow up like that!! :) I was just 2 rows behind the Huirua family....so I saw the kids worshipping God passionately off-stage, while their parents were onstage leading the church into rousing worship. Isn't that beautiful? They're a really close and affectionate family too. Occasionally, the little boy would run to the wings of the stage to follow his father.....or he would sit on his father's lap during the sermon, and you can see Wayne & Libby hugging their kids. It was very heartwarming to see a family just overflowing with God's love. :)
Yeah, so at the end of service...I left not with an impression of cool songs by Parachute band....but feeling blessed by their generous hearts & spirits. It is just like how Oswald Chambers said..."When the Spirit fills us, we are transformed, and by beholding God we become mirrors (2 Corin 3:18). You can always tell when someone has been beholding the glory of the Lord, because your inner spirits sense that he mirrors the Lord's own character."
I realize that I need to guard against a hurried lifestyle that disturbs my relationship of abiding in Him.
1) Lord You are good (by Israel Houghton)
2) God of wonders
3) Beautiful Saviour (by Planet Shakers)
4) It is well with my soul
5) Still
They didn't sing their own Parachute band songs at all! I was quite surprised. I must say they blew me away because of their humility, and huge, generous hearts for the church.....and how that helped us go into deep, intimate worship with God. Yeah...it was just a sweet time of LAVISHING praise on our God, and learning to rest & trust in the One who is bigger than our hearts and circumstances.
It's been a trying time for me of late, but during that time of worship, something just resonated deeply in my spirit, I felt affirmed once again, of the specific call that God has upon my life- to be a voice that sings for Him, connecting people to God. I just LOVE to see His people worshipping Him...that has gotta be the most beautiful sight on earth. :) And yeah..that is what I want to live for.
After worship, we had a special item, "Adore," by the whole Huirua family. It was such an endearing sight to see the 2 kids singing and playing along with their parents. Libby quipped "Don't we look like the Von Trapp family? Only thing is we're not Austrians....just Kiwis. :)" Their little boy even had his own pint-sized guitar! You could hear the whole church go "Awwwww!" haha! And Wayne went "yeah, he's so cute isn't he?"
My silly new hp's camera is quite fuzzy...so I apologize that the pictures aren't sharp enough. I couldn't get a clear view of the eldest daughter either from my angle.
The ONLY view of the eldest daughter I could get....from the big screen.
Wayne & his cute little son....who plays very skillfully on the guit btw!! They were very tight, and even ended the song surprisingly on some funny 7th or 9th chord TOGETHER. Wow! In all, I was really moved by that scene and I pray that if and when I have my own family, my kid(s) will grow up like that!! :) I was just 2 rows behind the Huirua family....so I saw the kids worshipping God passionately off-stage, while their parents were onstage leading the church into rousing worship. Isn't that beautiful? They're a really close and affectionate family too. Occasionally, the little boy would run to the wings of the stage to follow his father.....or he would sit on his father's lap during the sermon, and you can see Wayne & Libby hugging their kids. It was very heartwarming to see a family just overflowing with God's love. :)Yeah, so at the end of service...I left not with an impression of cool songs by Parachute band....but feeling blessed by their generous hearts & spirits. It is just like how Oswald Chambers said..."When the Spirit fills us, we are transformed, and by beholding God we become mirrors (2 Corin 3:18). You can always tell when someone has been beholding the glory of the Lord, because your inner spirits sense that he mirrors the Lord's own character."
I realize that I need to guard against a hurried lifestyle that disturbs my relationship of abiding in Him.
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Berno's Birthday!!
I know...I've not posted for a week...and yes, I've been busy and dealing with life stuff. Anyway, this is a belated post on Berno's Birthday last Mon! Check out what we did to her cubicle!!!! Jasmine actually returned to the office on Sun, and spent 2 hrs wrapping everything up in newspper....Berno's waterbottle, phone, stationary, files etc. After the deed was done, Jasmine sent an mms to us with a pic of the cubicle, and a message saying "Mission accomplished!" It was really hilarious seeing it on my phone on Sun.
I took my unsuspecting yellow fwen for a birthday lunch at Raffles City...and upon our return to the office, this was the scene that greeted her. I think this is the most elaborate prank we've ever pulled. haha! But we also gave her sweet gifts like flowers and egg tarts etc.
And under my instructions...Jasmine spared the soft toys. haha!
We had to help Berno clear up the mess, so that she could work again. The silly girl almost didn't want to tear it off...cos Jasmine had put in so much effort wrapping everything up. Anyway, that's Abi stomping on the pile of newspper in the trash bag...it was getting really full.
Dorcas baked Jap Pizza as Berno's 'cake'. (Berno likes bread u see)
Me and my yellow fwen! Yes, I wore yellow for her special day!
With Abi joining us in the shot....Saturday, August 18, 2007
"In the arms of the One unseen..."
A song that's been very comforting to me of late.....Never let me go (by Joel Houston)
I love how Joel Houston has matured in his songwriting.
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In the shadows my spirit weak
Love broke through the darkness
And lifted me
And I know You'll never let me go
In the storm In the raging sea
Love conquered the fear
And delivered me
And I know You'll never let me go
Chorus:
Oh love in the shadows
Be the light who leads me on
Your love I will follow
Be my guide
Your will be done oh Lord
Oh love I surrender
Now forever I'll belong
In the love of the Father
You are faithful You are strong
In the arms of the One unseen
Love carried the cross
That was meant for me
And I know You'll never let me go
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Your love is a miracle
Sometimes I forget that I'm so richly blessed....through the love of dear friends, and the unfailing love of God. A little poem to remind myself of how love is truly a miracle that surrounds us daily. We just need to 'wipe our windows' (-J.R.R Tolkien) and gaze out in renewed wonder again! :)
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I'm hardly an extraordinary soul,
Or one with a particularly generous heart.
At times, I get so wrapped up in my own world
That I shut you out in the cold.
And yet, you're always there....
with an open heart, and outstretched hand.
You choose to fight my battles with me,
and I guess I just wanna say
That your love is a daily miracle to me.
It's there in the spaces between us,
as sure as the air that we breathe.
Casting a reflection of the One
who first embedded that deep instinct within us.
It brings a smile to my face...
To see glimpses of His heart in you, my friend.
But while our shadow love may inspire songs and poetry,
and move many to acts of heroism.
Only Your love O God, will silent all of creation,
and cause a heart to bow in awe.
Only Your love, unquenchable even by many waters,
would drive You to the cross for me.
Only Your love which is stronger than death,
will lead me home.
Your love is the miracle that I need.
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" Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm;
For love is as strong as death, jealousy as cruel as the grave;
Its flames are flames of fire, a most vehement flame.
Many waters cannot quench love, nor can the floods drown it.
If a man would give for love all the wealth of his house,
It would be utterly despised."- Song of Solomon 8:6-7
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I'm hardly an extraordinary soul,
Or one with a particularly generous heart.
At times, I get so wrapped up in my own world
That I shut you out in the cold.
And yet, you're always there....
with an open heart, and outstretched hand.
You choose to fight my battles with me,
and I guess I just wanna say
That your love is a daily miracle to me.
It's there in the spaces between us,
as sure as the air that we breathe.
Casting a reflection of the One
who first embedded that deep instinct within us.
It brings a smile to my face...
To see glimpses of His heart in you, my friend.
But while our shadow love may inspire songs and poetry,
and move many to acts of heroism.
Only Your love O God, will silent all of creation,
and cause a heart to bow in awe.
Only Your love, unquenchable even by many waters,
would drive You to the cross for me.
Only Your love which is stronger than death,
will lead me home.
Your love is the miracle that I need.
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" Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm;
For love is as strong as death, jealousy as cruel as the grave;
Its flames are flames of fire, a most vehement flame.
Many waters cannot quench love, nor can the floods drown it.
If a man would give for love all the wealth of his house,
It would be utterly despised."- Song of Solomon 8:6-7
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Stop
It's all about perspective....
"A number of years ago, I met a wise man who changed my life. In countless ways, large and small, I was always seeking the Lord's blessing. I was saying, you know, 'I have a new song, look after it.' Or, 'I have a family, please look after them.' Or, 'I have this crazy idea...'
and this wise man said. 'Stop.' He said, "Stop asking God to bless what you're doing. Get involved in what God is doing--because it's already blessed."- Bono from U2, on his efforts for One, the Campaign to Make Poverty History (www.one.org , www.onesingapore.org)
"The curse of poverty has no justification in our age. It is socially as cruel and blind as the practice of cannibalism at the dawn of civilization, when men ate each other because they had not yet learned to take food from the soil or to consume the abundant animal life around them. The time has come for us to civilize ourselves by the total, direct and immediate abolition of poverty."
"A number of years ago, I met a wise man who changed my life. In countless ways, large and small, I was always seeking the Lord's blessing. I was saying, you know, 'I have a new song, look after it.' Or, 'I have a family, please look after them.' Or, 'I have this crazy idea...'
and this wise man said. 'Stop.' He said, "Stop asking God to bless what you're doing. Get involved in what God is doing--because it's already blessed."- Bono from U2, on his efforts for One, the Campaign to Make Poverty History (www.one.org , www.onesingapore.org)
"The curse of poverty has no justification in our age. It is socially as cruel and blind as the practice of cannibalism at the dawn of civilization, when men ate each other because they had not yet learned to take food from the soil or to consume the abundant animal life around them. The time has come for us to civilize ourselves by the total, direct and immediate abolition of poverty."
- Martin Luther King, Jr.
Penguin's Birthday Celebration!
Marcus & Pammy@BrewerkzMarcus was the last to arrive....and you can sure tell he's a hardcore Corrinne May fan from his sms:
"Hey, I'll be late. But I'm on my way, I'm on my way, don't give up on me, I'm on my way! Help me reserve a Beautiful 'Seat'. Do they sell '5 loaves and 2 fishes'? If not, i'm 'leaving'.. I'll be there in less than '33' min. :)"
haha! That was quite a good one eh?
After dinner, we made our way to Brewerkz cos the Penguin wanted beer and Marcus has never been there before! *gasp* We ordered a 'Tower' of Pilsner beer...as you can see from the pic above. :) That is always huge fun! haha!
I can't believe Marcus made me RUN for the last MRT at Clarke Quay after all that beer....I was feeling woozy leh mind you. It was super stressful lah...we had to run down many flights of stairs to reach the mrt station. But we made it! And we caught the last LRT too.....but Michelle, who's perpetually disoriented in Sengkang got lost while walking home from the LRT station. I can almost hear May/Rie laughing out loud.
Friday, August 10, 2007
My coloured fwens!
Abigail (aka "Ah Tui3")- my green fwen
Berno- my yellow fwen
Danny- my blue fwen
Jasmine- my pink fwen
Pam- my penguin coloured fwen
Glenn- my striped, superhero fwen
Collect them all! :) And how do they get their colours? From the clothes they wear lor. I'm purple btw. So if you wanna be my coloured fwen too, choose something different.
(I just came back from Brewerkz lah...so I'm a whee bit high. haha!)
Berno- my yellow fwen
Danny- my blue fwen
Jasmine- my pink fwen
Pam- my penguin coloured fwen
Glenn- my striped, superhero fwen
Collect them all! :) And how do they get their colours? From the clothes they wear lor. I'm purple btw. So if you wanna be my coloured fwen too, choose something different.
(I just came back from Brewerkz lah...so I'm a whee bit high. haha!)
I'm Yours
"The great, mysterious work of the Holy Spirit is in the deep recesses of our being which we cannot reach. Read Psalm 139. The psalmist implies--'Our Lord, You are the God of the early mornings, the God of the late nights, the God of the mountain peaks, and the God of the sea. But, my God, my soul has horizons further away than those of early mornings, deeper darkness than the nights of earth, higher peaks than any mountain peaks, greater depths than any sea in nature. You who are the God of all these, be my God. I cannot reach to the heights or to the depths; there are motives I cannot discover, dreams I cannot realize. My God, search me"- Oswald Chambers
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