MBS Reunion

So, yesterday i got a notification from former schoolmates, wanting to meet up after leaving school for 15 years.

Yeah, we were the Methodist Boys' Secondary School (KL) Class of '01, and I have not been in contact with my former schoolmates or classmates for the longest time.

I think i bumped into two last year around PJ and KL.

And one of them came out with a google doc for contact.

I'm still thinking if I should enter any details there... or remain silent.

Honestly, I have no kept in touch with any of them and i'm wondering if i should start now.

Sigh



  Love & Peace!~ BC?

it's 2016 dy!

Damn, how long has it been since I've last placed an entry in this blog?

 I'm still considering whether to continue this blog, or to just take it out of existence.

We'll see how it goes.

But it has been a long time. And with the emergence of social media like Facebook and Twitter (and even Snapchat and Instagram), it seems like blogging is going the way of the dodo.

And that might be good news for me and blogging.

We'll see.


Love & Peace!~
BC?

Damn, how long has it been since I've last placed an entry in this blog?

 I'm still considering whether to continue this blog, or to just take it out of existence.

We'll see how it goes.

But it has been a long time. And with the emergence of social media like Facebook and Twitter (and even Snapchat and Instagram), it seems like blogging is going the way of the dodo.

And that might be good news for me and blogging.

We'll see.


Love & Peace!~
BC?

Through the emptiness

No one likes it. Neither do I.

But being in the bottom pit, and going through it alone could possibily be the worst feeling ever - mayb worst than death itself.

But I believe there is a light at the end of the tunnel; that this will pass soon. Till then, it's time to endure it n trust God.



"... We live a dying dream
If you know what I mean
All that I've ever known
It's all that I've ever known

Catch the wheel that breaks the butterfly
I cried the rain that fills the ocean wide
I tried to talk with God to no avail
Calling Him in and out of nowhere
Said if You won't save me, please don't waste my time..."


Excerpt from Oasis' Falling Down



Love & Peace!~ BC?

SOPA in Malaysia?

Just as I was about to get back to blogging, something popped up- 114A.

What is it? It's somewhat like Malaysia's version of SOPA.

"Section 114a is a new amendment to the Evidence Act 1950 that was passed in parliament without debate in April 2012. The section is called “Presumption of fact in publication”. It states that any owner, admin, host, editor, subscriber of a network or website, or owner of computer or mobile device is presumed to have published or re-published its contents." - CIJ

Well, the Center of Independent Journalism (CIJ)is calling for an Internet blackout on Aug14, and u can read more here - http://www.thesundaily.my/news/458813

Well, looks like we gotta make a move....

Love & Peace!~ BC?

Feeling overload

Of late, I'm overcomed by emotions, many of which has brought me to dark places, anger, frustration or just plain depression. But many of times, there are joyful times and happy times- which wants me to just jump up n shout of wonderful life is. Indeed it is our prerogative to post whatever we want, whenever we want and for who we want to read our thoughts. But even I believe such freedom has its boundaries. I have a friend who had posted many crude, nasty posting on Facebook about the company that she's leaving. As much as the company has been unkind to her (to which I partly agree), I personally believe she shouldn't run down individuals, including bosses by name and curse them openly for all to see. Could she be sued for defamation? I don't see why not? For me, I'm just posting up my thoughts, information, pictures and news of the day. And I believe it should not be one where it pulls others down badly and their expense. So, I'm penning down pent-up frustration in this blog, or wait for it to cool down till it is not worth writing about. After all, like stated in the bible, all things are permissible, but not all things are benefittal. "Please could you stop the noise, I'm trying to get some rest, From all the unborn chicken voices in my head, What's that...? (I may be paranoid, but not an android) What's that...? (I may be paranoid, but not an android)...." Taken from Radiohead's Paranoid Android Love & Peace!~ BC?

Ohana in my new Crib

My family's up here this year.

Instead of me going down to Kuala Lumpur to celebrate Chinese New Year with the family; my dad decided that the family would come up to Penang instead.

And it's good to be able to celebrate with my family in my new home here.

I indeed count myself blessed to have a place of my own here on the island which I can call home.

Just last week, this simple house I have was opened the place for house dedication, and had close friends and colleagues over for house warming.

The view from the balcony of my place. It's peaceful just to stand and watch the world passes by as the sea breezes gets into your face.


And I'm happy and blessed to have my family bring up things to spruce up my little home (after all, it's a home for them as well.)

My place in the midst of being 'pimped-up'n with things my family from KL.


And I've promised to open my house, Two Copper, for church, as I would want to open this place as a blessing to others as how this unit was a blessing from God to me.

All glory to God. And a Happy Chinese New Year to all, as you spend time with loved ones, family and friends.


Love & Peace!~
BC?

Counting blessings

Briefly, there are a few things in my life that I have to thank God for, which includes:

- being able to own a place I can call home,

- having money in the bank to pay for my daily expenses,

- to have food and drinks to sustain me and keep my taste palate occupied,

- for bringing my dad through a health ordeal where he was hospitalised for severe diarrhoea,

- for great family and awesome friends who supports and guides me.

And I consider myself blessed to have these few things happening in my life.

Thank you God!



Love & Peace!~ BC?

Move Along... let's move into 2012

How did 2012 started off for me? I wouldn't say it was good, but I don't find it 1 bit mundane.

For some of my close friends, things seem to be gloomy and uncertain, while others are putting in their all in their lives.

As for me, I got into an accident.

Werb Boom Boom damaged.

Yes, it was my fault, and I was responsible for hitting the van.

But fortunately, I had friends to help me out. With a manual transmission Kelisa to get around work, and it was great that the repair fee was within my budget. *phew*

Werb Boom Boom repaired - like it never happened.


Anyway, I also read from Proverbs 1:7, that 'the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and instruction.'

And I want to start my life with God, b more disciplined and focus.

And I'm looking forward with excitement and anticipation of what 2012 has to offer.


"...Speak to me
When all you got to keep is strong
Move along, move along like I know you do
And even when your hope is gone
Move along, move along just to make it through
Move along..."

Taken from The All-American Rejects' Move Along.

Love & Peace!~ BC?

Leaping from one year to 2011

How has 2011 treated the world? Check out this cool video clip see how the world has gone by.

What has 2011 been for me, on the other hand?

Like i mentioned in the previous post, it has been a great year.

One of the most damning thing that every happened in my life occurred this year, when both my fiancee and i decided to call off both the engagement and the relationship for both our own good. As much as i wanted to continue it, it's best discontinued and buried.

After all, if a girl can't see herself being happy and needs her freedom, why make her lie to herself everyday?

And honestly, it was one of the good things that had happened in my life. Like gold going through the hot furnace, it will only come out better; refined and renewed.

Through this hard times, support and love came in the form of my family and friends, and for the past four months, i managed to pick up most of the pieces of my life back. Plus, i got myself a new apartment unit on the island!

And did i learn a lot, including depending and putting faith in God, and learning to get priorities in life right.

Well, what do i want for 2012?

Honestly, I was thinking of asking God for the next woman to come into my life; the future Mrs Cheah, who is not only loving and God-fearing, but is committed, caring, understanding and submissive - the Proverbs 31 wife.

But then again, i think that's something very selfish.

So, what i want in 2012 is to be a better man. In no sequential order, i want to be more healthy, responsible, Christ-like, organised, understanding, prudence and awesome, and less of a control-freak, childish and lazy.

There is a long way to go, but by mapping out the goals, it is no mere dream.

And to all those who aspire a better tomorrow (literally), here's to a great 2012. HAPPY NEW YEAR!


Love & Peace!~ BC?

I can say it... it's better.

The year 2011 is coming to an end, as the people usher in the new year. Am i excited? Why shouldn't i?

Few weeks back, i posted something on Facebook, stating that i couldn't say that '2011 was an awesome year for me' with a straight face, with what has happened to me a few months ago.

But then again, i was proven wrong - it is indeed wrong.

I realised that through these trying times, people were out there for me; both family and friends, and sometimes unexpected ones that i come across. And through their encouragement, time spent with them and support, i found glimpse of God and love through them.

So, what does 2011 mean to me? It's a great year, and i expect greater things to come in the next couple of years.

All glory to God!~

Love & Peace!~ BC?

Awesome weekend it was!

Last weekend was 1 of d happiest (and eventful) weekends I had in a long time.

I returned to Kuala Lumpur again (since the week before), this time to meet my family, friends and colleagues.

The main purpose was to attend David and Dewgem's wedding dinner at Tropicana Golf Club on Saturday, and I got the chance to meet up with the couple and Baby G, as well as catch up with Justin Tan, Bernard Yee, Eunice, Amanda, Sui Li, Tan Jo-Anne and Jessica as well as Eu Wah, my former coursemate back in UTAR.

The wine and fellowship was good, and I like the simple, yet touching ceremony.

David and Dewgem Heng cutting the wedding cake!

On Sunday, I had the chance to meet up with my former cell group members, as well as church members in Revival Centre in Ampang. It was a bonus to celebrate Justin's and Joey's birthday at KFC in Bandar Baru Ampang.

Justin and Joey, moments before making a wish and blowing the cake.


The journey with my almost defunct Proton Saga was trechrous, but I manage to put on and meet my bosses and colleagues in the main offices in PJ. It was great to see old faces as well as new.

To top it all up, spending time with my parents and Rowen and Ernest was a gem too, and I hope to come dowm more often, if I can.

dinner with family along Jalan Pahang.

There is so much more for me to live for. I know.


Love & Peace!~ BC?

Are you there?

"...Talking to the Moon
trying to get to You
In hopes you're on the other side
Talking to me too
Or am I a fool who sits alone
Talking to the moon


I'm feeling like I'm famous
The talk of the town
They say I've gone mad
Yeah I've gone mad


But they don't know
what I know...."

Taken from Bruno Mars' Talking to the Moon

Love & Peace!~
BC?

Snap a Day at a Time!

June is here!

That means we're in the middle of the year, right?

Anyway, a few of my friends on facebook have been doing posting up pictures i was thinking of doing the 365 Project, as it is done HERE.

It's a photography project which aims to document each day of your life in a year, through a picture a day.

I'm not signing up just yet, but i'll be doing something like that on this blog.

The pictures posted are those taken from my mobile phone, and an article will be included with each picture.

The first one will be expected to go up tonight (fingers crossed!)

Indeed, it'll a picture-ful June!




Love & Peace!~
BC?

Beaten over the weekend?

No one was abused over the weekend, nor was there a fist fight which went on in a school.

But a lot happened over the weekend.

Melissa D and me were among those who helped Clictus at the Radiant Discovery Amusement Centre (game booth) during the Methodist Girls' School (Penang) Pestaria 2011 on Saturday!

While Melissa handled the Sudoku station, i was in-charge of the Bottle-up station. What is it all about? It's simple a carnival game where one has to make a glass bottle stand on a slanted platform by using a 'fishing rod' with a ring at the end of it.

But after arranging the bottle one time too many, and when the fund-raising event was over, we were all dead tired. But my ordeal started the following day, when my legs hurt like mad!

It was so bad, that i could hardly walk on Sunday!

And to add salt to the wound, this was what happened to my car while the Pestaria was going on.

What the heck?! Picture taken by Melissa D

Yes, someone actually hit into my car. Note that the excess part of the car IS NOT part of my car, but a souvenir left by the person who scrapped through my car.

What a day!

And not to mention, Barisan Nasional won two-third of the seats in the recent Sarawak state elections on that night

Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud is sworn in as the Chief Minister. Again.

And there are those who were frustrated that BN is still the government in Sarawak.

But i was encouraged by what Pastor Palan said in church the follwoing day, that "God works in ways we do not understand."

Well, to look into these matters through another perspective, i believe not all's bad.

I mean, there are more seats held by the Pakatan Rakyat this time around, and some heavyweight, like SUPP's Tan Sri Dr George Chan took a beating from the elections. Maybe there's something bigger which is yet to come!

And at least i can still drive my car around, and it's just scratches on the side. My Werb Boom Boom can move fine!

And so does my legs... but it's time to hit the gym, and beat myself up to shape! And God is good!

Easter's coming. Just remember, Jesus Christ died for your sins, readers!

"I get knocked down
But I get up again
You're never going to keep me down
I get knocked down
But I get up again
You're never going to keep me down..."

Taken from Chumbawamba's I Get Knocked Down

Love & Peace!~
BC?

That one hour....

Between 8.30pm and 9.30pm, this was what i was viewing from my place.

So, did you support Earth Hour this year? Many did by turning off their non-essential lights, gathering outside in the public, and official, iconic buildings had their lights out to observe that one hour - to reflect on how we can conserve the energy and the environment... and not to mention to remember victims of the recent earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan.

But should we just leave it as a yearly event? Or should we put into practice to save energy and stop wasting resources? Remember, we do not inherit nature from our ancestors, we just borrow it from our children.



Love & Peace!~

BC?

Staying home and online.

At this point, i'm away from the island.

Right now, i'm with my family in Rawang. Last year, my family moved from Sri Petaling to this place while i was away living/working on the island. Honestly, i'm adapting to this place as it is pretty far from town and friends. *sigh*

Anyway, as i am typing this entry, i wonder if i should continue blogging or not.

Most of the time, i spent updating is on facebook, and occasionally, i go on twitter. I honestly wonder if blogging is still the way to go with these social network sprouting out in the past few years, and more and more people going onto this bandwagon. Not to mention other websites such as tubler, flickr and so on which are available for uploading pictures.

For the moment, i would continue to maintain this blog, and hope to put in more effort into updating it.

Anyway, for those heading home for the Chinese New Year celebration, please get home safely, ok?

Love & Peace!~
BC?

Second Bridge.

A view from the boat on the way to Batu Kawan, which i was on, as the passengers and we saw the based of the Second Bridge.

Recently, i got a chance to see the construction site of the Penang Second Bridge. Yes, the future alternative route which is about 24km long, can link both the state island and mainland together in a few years' time.

My counterparts and i travelled on boat from Batu Maung to Batu Kawan as part of our assignment. And although the authority in-charge, Jabatan Kedua Sdn Bhd said that the overall progress is a little behind schedule, they are confident that the RM3 billion bridge will be completed and up and running in a couple of years' time.

I got to see the piling work, and it is amazing how the base of what would be a huge bridge which commuters would use to travel within the state. Hearing the technicians explaining on how the piling works go, and how the bridge is constructed blow my mind away.

It reminded me about what it was stated in the Bible; that the wise man builds his house on the rocks, and the foolish man built his on sand. Foundation is that important, for it to be a solid structure and to avoid any untoward incident.

The story i wrote did not come out, but it was worth the experience to the a possible monument in the making, which can be told to the younger ones in the years to come.

I was there.

Love & Peace!~
BC?

What 2010 was to me.

Being sandwiched between work and responsibilities, i'm taking a breather to write this down.

Yeah, a lot of people have penned down what last year was to them last year, but i'm doing it now.

Honestly, 2010 was a good year for me. If there's a term to describe how the year was to me, i would say it was a turning point for me.

In those twelve, i've learnt a lot from my relationships with my loved ones and friends, and from events that took place, both good and bad.

I would say i still have a lot to learn, but i've learnt the hard way about taking up responsibilities, resolving conflicts, communications, and what it takes to be a man. Please be patient with me, for God is not done with me yet.

And as i embrace the new year, i take this verse to heart;
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11

What lies before me is unknown and scary, but with God, i place my faith and hope in the One who will bring me through this.


Love & Peace!~
BC?

Welcome, MMXI!

Yes, 2011 is here. So long to 2010, and let's embrace the new year with open arms, a open mind and open heart as well venture into the unknown.

There will be a few changes for this blog along the way, but perhaps it's for the best.

Remember, smile!


Love & Peace!~
BC?