Camping in the Library (with a Pleasant Distraction)

Letting my imagination run...

I'm studying abroad. Temperature's kinda cold but I've got my sweater on so it's comfy and cosy!

Check out the background! Same as my blog template! HUR HUR!

But the locals sleeping all around and this particular librarian walking pass every few minutes is ruining the atmosphere! =(

Sorry to the poor innocent soul I unethically used in the photo! Anyway.. can't concentrate fully on work cuz of this new song I heard. Technically it's not new but it's my first time listening to it. I love the melody, I love the words, I love the band! What more can I say? It's a song for those who feel broken, lost, distant, tired...

Presenting, 'Come Back Down' by Lifehouse:

I've been down and out myself but I know the One who has helped me stand up time and time again! This song just reminds me of the kind of friend I desire to be. I know I can't be the same way to every single friend. But to a certain group of friends I treasure deeply, I wanna be the someone who's thr for you, praying for you, listening and not judging, waiting patiently, helping you get back on your feet, make the right decisions, and grow in character. And for those who are my brothers and sisters in Christ, what would sadden me most is if my friendship tears you further from God!
=(

'Cause at times, I need a friend especially like that too~
I am glad and most thankful to say that I have friends like that in my life! ;)

If I Had The Time...

I would pick up the violin and guitar, master sign language, explore every nook and cranny of Singapore, take lots of photos while at it, learn video-editing, get a gd video and sound editing software first, learn up all of mom's recipes, do a mural painting, bake for the neighbors/relatives/and friends, sing songs w my sis, shop for a mic, buy some blouses, get some wedding-worthy dresses...

If only I had the time!

Weight Issues

The stress has been making me lose weight over the past months. I used to be 46/47 steadily and up to 49 on a SUPER full stomach but now I can't even get past 45. Today was a record low... I dropped below 44. I haven't had much appetitite but I've been forcing myself to eat no matter what and sometimes I even feel like throwing up. And before you get ahead of me, I'm not anorexic or bulimic! I wish to be in the healthy weight range. I abhor wasting food and I actually can eat A LOT!

It all started frm the time I had gastritis which could be due to stress as well (it's a 'chicken or egg first' thing). Then sch... relationships... =/ At times my limbs feel so lifeless and my heart beat goes crazy I don't even know anymore if it's due to stress or my lousy blood circulation. I can't wait for this sem to be over so I can start exercising. Yes, I can't wait to play some badminton!! Maybe I'll gain some muscle mass? Ha...
*Sigh*

I've got company!!

I found 3 other friends going to Thailand!! They chose the Human Geog group too! YAY!!! So excited I'm thinking about my packing list (and shopping list for Stef especially) already! haha!



He is Faithful!

Thk God for a really good day today!

Firstly, sister Yeen Fun delivered a very powerful and timely message. Basically she was addressing the region and this has been in my heart for the longest time...especially recently, so this word really spoke to me and caused me to do some evaluation!
Some take-home points:
1. All can experience the outpouring but not all are changed by it. In simpler terms, all can feel goosebumps during a service but the change happens when u make that decision.
2. Don't be an analyst who looks from the outside and miss out being part of the experience. 
3. Spiritual contentment is contagious. Don't settle! Stir those deposits God has put in you!
4. God honours desire! He will not let you down when u hunger for Him. Eph 3:20 - how much are you letting the holy spirit work in you?
5. When u find you don't have the desire, ask God to give you the capacity to be hungry
6. Mark 6:51-52 is a reminder that when storms hit you, don't let your heart be hardened and numb but rmbr the miracles God has done for you and His greatness.

I just wanna share that there is abundant joy that comes from God which is FREE FOR ALL and FREE FLOWING!

Another good thing that happened was I felt a difference during regional ministry meeting. Now it's cosier so I'm really glad! We are gonna sing a new song "Jesus, Be the Center - Israel Houghton" and it's an AMAZING song! Can't wait to do it on Sunday!

Thirdly, I finally collected my spectacles! My old frame which I have not changed for 7 years broke. Just as well, the colour was black so it made my eyebrows look so stark. >=S No more tired eyes! HAHA!

Lastly, R7/8 organised a sweet farewell for Nic, Gladys and Jo.Wong. They are going for missions to Chiang Mai and Liberia! I nv get tired of listening to the testimonies they hv of each other! And thr's always guitar and singing! <3 Hahaha! Honestly I was very very tempted to give a lil speech too but I know I wouldn't be able to say the words in my heart... I really love them and I love R7/8 - a region with exemplary leaders and youths who really love the Lord, love their leaders and love each other! ^^

So this is how my Sunday went by! Would really love to fast-forward to Easter and fast-forward once more to Thailand! =P

Geography Fieldstudies (FS) 2012

I............AM.....................GOING................................TO..................................................

THAILAND!!!!!!

Made a deposit ytdy! Thk you, Dad and Mom! Haven't had any briefing yet so I can't give any more infor than I'll be gone from May 11 - Jun 16, going to BKK and North Western Thailand so I MAY bump into Nic and Gladys in Chiang Mai!! Woot WOOOOT!

Now, to suppress the excitement and concentrate on meeting deadlines... bleah.

Sound Bites - The Church (VFC Corporate Worship Training)

As you can see, I'm on an audio-uploading rampage! Here's the 3rd one for today! I secretly recorded this during Corporate Worship Training and it's really good cuz it helps me remember my parts and I can learn the tenor parts on my own. You will get to hear Elvin the boss teaching us our parts for 'The Church' by Elevation Worship. We are really blessed to have such a talented person in ministry!

Sound Bites - Everlasting God/Strength Will Rise

So my singing's not fantastic but I really enjoy harmonizing! My recording devices are really amateur (iPhone and Laptop internal mic) and I don't do editing (wish I had a programme to edit tho) but this is just my way of practicing parts and hearing myself to make sure I don't break mirrors when I sing.

Everlasting God (Strength will rise)

Sound Bites - Awesome In This Place

My sis composed this song some 10 years or more ago. She used to teach me her songs so I could do parts with her. We did a tonne of silly recordings as well and ur jaw would drop if u listened to them! =D
The timing's quite off for some parts, my bad!
Here are the Chorus and Bridge parts only.



Lyrics and Music by:
Millicent D.

Going to The Land of 1000 Smiles again!

U can call me... The Occasional Blogger. Something like the occasional whatsapper, facebooker and twitterer twit twitter that I'm infamously known for. At least I'm replying smses more now! *pats self on the back* :p

I am really, REALLLYY hoping I get a slot for my geog fieldtrip to Thailand this May/June!!! More than just covering modular credits and a new experience, I believe this trip could be a turning point for me in uni n a milestone in my life.

2012 has been such a struggle! Yes, I'm surrounded by many who care for me but I've nv felt so lonely in certain aspects! If it was just sch-related, I think I could still deal with it.. But adding church-related things just makes me go crazy! A break would do this little head of mine some good! Of cuz not a break frm God la!! Pls scold me if I ever make such a decision! Just a break frm so much thinking. But anyhow, I thk God for such a loving family! Mom immediately said I should jump at any overseas opportunity and not hesitate. I wanted to check w my dad but she just asked me to register first. 先斩后奏 (xian zhan hou zhou)... Meaning act first, report later. Haha! She rocks, doesn't she?

6 weeks overseas... Praying it will be a fruitful one in several aspects!

^^