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I just thought its about TIME i updated :):):) Sorry guys. Hope ur all doing well? And my thoughts are with u guys even tho im so lousy at keeping in touch.

Anyways, instead of going thru a whole 'history' kinda stuff and bore u guys to tears, I'll just launch straight into whats happening in my life currently.

Had my first snowfight the other day. THAT was grand :) Yep. I think Jan shocked quite a few people with my 'ganasness', esp the boys. There was all sorts of dirty tricks. I'll own up to a few of them *embarassed smiley*. There was even a point of time when it was just me and a guy friend of mine (Sash) slugging it out on the battlefield.  The rest had given up.  He meshed my face full of snow and I gladly returned the favour :D. At this point, I can just see my dad winch at how 'ungirly' I am :). Tsk Tsk

Hosting an international event in my room tomorrow night. Kieran, the college guest, is coming over to give a talk on John 10: the shepherd and the sheep.  Met him today. He's a cool guy. Very enthusiastic. Alexey, my 'co-host' is making borsh. Its a red Russian vegetable soup (red cus of beetroot). He's also making apple pie (yum). I'll be making Wat tan hor. or at least, TRY to *laugh*. Yes, ill tell u guys if anyone gets stomach ache. Hope not!

 Christian life. Struggling. Feels like I'm losing the fire. Reason? I've compromised too much- too many idols. I don't imagine my King is very happy with me. And mankind concentrates too much on God's loving side to forget that He is also a just God, hates our rebellion and has a wrathful side.

God is exciting. I've forgotten that until Frank spoke today at church. :(.  Apathy is such a problem. I mean, imagine having the God of the Universe in a relationship with u. To talk to him about any nonsensical detail and having Him answer your prayers. How He knows everything about u because He lovingly created you, how He's in control over every lil detail. A Good God. A sovereign God in the midst of the chaos of this world. A God who is our past, present and future. A ray of hope

Presevere on friends 

 

finally gona update some fave pics out of the whole trip :)

 FINLAND

 Finland was absolutely beautiful. Taneli's place was surrounded by such gorgeous scenery that it was breathtaking. Trees that seem to be speaking to one another, crisp air, lying on ur back at night and watching the heavens filled to the brim with stars and counting shooting stars, long walks, reflective moments. love it. think S-P-A-C-E and glorious creation.

We ate reindeer pizza  and visited nearby towns like- Joensuu, Tampere, etc. It was funny being stared at, cus some ppl have never seen an asian before in some places.

 

Mexcian Food

 

GERMANY 

Germany was beautiful in the utterly opposite way! Cultural historical arty buildings, fountains in the middle of the city, quaint coffee shops *sighs*. We went to see a beer garden, ate pizzas at night by the Danube river, dressed up and drank cocktails at posh places. DD took us to see the countryside, and we were mainly in Munich (posh), Regensburg (arty quaint). DD was a wonderful cook, so we had so much fun pigging out on unbelievably mouth-watering food!

 

above: my 2 favourite chav boys 

below: pictures at the Alps 

 

 

 

And finally- my absolute favourtie= OKTOBERFEST! (below) a german funfair with loads of beer, joyrides and laughter!

 

 

 

Falko (above), DD's friend , who is really really sweet and funny. I really like him.

 

 

above: Taneli  was really sweet, and bought zip and I roses!

 DD!!! and I after the ghost ride

Me and My heart-shaped 'pizza' made out of bread and icing. Currently in my room now :) DD bought it for me. Miss him loads!

 

Thanks mum and dad for the WONDERFUL holiday ! :) 

I reiterate... I really really really dislike emotional guys

Anyways. here'a pic of my Sushi. Ko is right, Sushi's the best cat we've had.... and believe me,  I've had plenty. He's 10 kg (weighed himself), doesn't mind being bathed (Tho I think laughing at him caused me some brownie points), purrs like a  freight train, lies down a lot, doesnt bite, doesnt throw tantrums, dont claw the furniture... and is absolutely fat and lovely. I think ko also said that he's gay.

Am off tomorrow. Miss u mum dad/ family! Thanks for the great time I've had and for all the sacrifices. Love u guys. *HUGZ*. See u in November God Willing!

ps. there's a casualty. Had to leave my guitar behind cus he's overweight. Am going to miss him. 

Just took pics of Jared's Pool so thought I'd upload some pics. Lil bro 'commissioned' me to paint his pool, so this was the thing that kept me occupied every morning for bout a month. Theme's NEMO. and like Lavi so aptly joked 'Nemo theme, but no NEmo'

twas fun tho, so no big

 

 

 

Guess wut? My new car :D:D:D

aight, technically, this car is not mine (got the pic from another place), but u get my drift. its an olive green myvi. I didnt know exactly when my parents thought about it, they didnt even tell me it was for me until I asked! and initially I didnt like the idea of a cutey toy-car, after driving ko's cool waja for ages... but I love it now! Love driving it with my cds blasting. Thanks dad mum!!! 

 

1 more week in Ipoh and a lil bit more. ArgH! Was talking to Joo (korean son) this morning, and he was just buzzing with excitement at the thought of our trip to Finland and Germany and I am *gloom* cus I guess I realise summer's ending! Havent read the recommended reading *Bah*. Nutty Taneli read half next year's work in the middle of the summer (nutcase) :). Havent even done GLOBE's stuff yet, argh argh arhg. All i need to is sit down one day and sort everything out. Trouble is, Lavi's right when she says it just makes things so final and un-vacation-ish!

 

Summer's been great. Family's great. Spent a lot of time catching up with friends this time, which I really enjoyed. Also been catching up things I've been interested in.  Am finally learning guitar properly! Had to give it up 2 years ago when I tore my wrist ligament. Love it! am learning styles like rock, blues, classical, jazz etc...and gonna bring my guitar (dad's, than ko's, than mine) to UK. Jing took me for yoga and got me interested in knitting. Aunty Cat's been bringing me for baking lessons. Hmmm...  ohhh, and I FinAlly started gym.

 

Thing is. I've always been firmly adamant that gym was Boringggg for years. :D.  and then, my broken finger (from netball) and bad kneecaps (jogging) happened. Didnt really see any choice of any sport altho I did some swimming before I got bored. But now, ever since dad got the gym instructor to give me some tips- its actually pretty fun! I guess the monotony goes after u learn diff machines- hence alternation. and people and their behavior! fascinating! FOr the moment, my opinion is (and will be until i see otherwise) is that bodybuilders (really serious ones) all have very close-cropped hair (a sign of masculinity? practicality? cant be bothered to wash hair?), and I have been hugely entertained when guys make puffy noises to attract attention when they lift weights. It is dad's opinion that only 'good' bodybuilders do that, otherwise they'd be too ashamed to make aNy noises! (good theory, but i will check it out). More males than females go, so I cant make any generalisations on that species as of yet.

 

Summer Regrets. Well, I guess  the spiritual aspect. I've not been spending more time reading God's word, and books (which may surprise some people). Have not been talking to God much as well. I think the lesson He wants me to learn this time around is to control my will and emotions and obey His word when I dont feel/ like it. Its hard, and it feels horrible when u dont do it,but its hard to do it, so....

I guess I really miss the support of my christian mates in the UK. How on earth did God choose me to lead GLOBE with Steve and Pete. I think one lesson He taught me this summer is prioritising and building friendships, but the spiritual aspect- I'm pretty much a babe in the woods. Its a lil frightening  to realise that I'm supposed to point the team to God. Mitali knows how much of a yoyo I am, I think I really do miss her passion for God. Exam term was great in that we would grab a sandwich and coffee for lunch and yak about stuff for  hours, and I always left feeling recharged and more determined for God. But one thing I fear is that I would depend on others for my faith- eg a boyfriend. Guess thats why I know I'm sup to stay single for the time being

 

Anyways. gotta run. picking up Lavi for polo ground in the early a.m.