I've been very blessed by this website, among other Christian sites, basically because this one's Malaysian flavoured! : ) Do remember to link it up to your browser so that you can catch up constantly with local issues.

In summary, because you'd probably be bored with the details, this year's Gawai was fun, sun-filled, but not so rami (Iban for joyous and happening). Maybe it was because some people didn't come back to the longhouse. One of my cousin-in-laws met with an accident on the eve, so the mood was slightly hampered when the clock struck 12.

But among us cousins, it was all fun and play! And a lot of good talk too.

It's the Rejang River.

Twice a day swimming sessions : )

Going back to the longhouse is always a crucial experience, not just for the fun, but also because it keeps me in touch with my Iban side. A lot of issues are brought up in discussions between the elder folk, and also between me and my cousins.

Ah. I need to study for Monday's paper, so I can't type much now. See y'all!

It isn't an easy wait. Singlehood can be fun, sure, but God help me in those times I struggle with my feelings. This song is a wonderful reminder. Happened to catch the lyrics in my car today when I played the CD, heading to Sibu for my flight back here.

Oh, and we celebrate birthdays like this:

Yeah. You can't see the guy down there, because he's the birthday boy.

The guy on top is just the one giving what we call: the burger XD

I'm also VERY EXCITED to announce the new highway to Kota Kemuning!

Previously, it took 15-45 minutes to get to New Life and CA.

Now...

10-15 min only.

Had an outing with beloved juniors. Watched Shrek 4 (it's awesome).

And had this:

only 10.90 : )

1. I gotta attend one concert, at least one before I die (that adds up to my list of things-to-do-before-dying)!!! He rocks!

2. Wonder what it's like to be like him?

It's just about to fall as I type these words. It's been so hot lately!

I haven't woken up so fresh since Christmas season. The last thing I'm doing is cramming for A-levels : )

The departure of my dear roommates (and I want you all back, yeah!) allowed me some space to reflect. Much needed peace, received.

A free meal. A free ride somewhere.

Godly counsel in times of confusion has always proved timely. Thank you Aunty Grace. Thank you Albert. Thank you, mum.

Thank you Hisham. : )

Because without you, none of this (literally) would reach the eyes of my readers. Lovely.

Irish for "an enjoyable conversation", I've never had better craic than this semester. With my cousin (XD), Darlin' Dian, Ja Hong, Ced, Jon, Es. Beats havin' to sit down and read notes.

Happy Birthday, Cedric.

Glad to spend your first birthday away from home with you,

and yeah, it's the last one before we both fly.

GO CRAZEEEEEE!!!

Aww shucks, you say, another excuse for not wanting to sit down and read!

NOOOO!!! I've tried! It's my brain.

I write songs when I study for exams. Especially around exam season. I used to write songs in secondary school when the paper was done, and I had nothing else to do. Write a song. It's just my way of expressing myself. Why it occurs during exams is probably this:

Exams are boring. You're basically churning out what you've been reading and memorizing. Hence, for the creative unbridled mind, there must be a form of escape! So escape it does, into melodies and words.

The brain is an amazing place, and that's a testimony to God's amazing works in human beings.

I'm supposing that there's gotta be another human out there that feels the way I do!

I'll tell you guys if I manage to write something during A-levels.

Probably won't be advisable. ; )

Just finished reading "Mark of a Man" for the second time. It was awesome. I'm going to write a simple review.

As with all things that pass, this one will be dearly missed.

Mum tells me its normal. I'd take her advice. She had a fellowship in UM, another in Michigan, another in Baton Rouge. "We rarely meet again," she told me. "But we'll all meet in heaven."

Before this sounds profoundly sad, I gladly announce the existence of Facebook.

XD

You juniors have blessed us so much.

Here she duets with some dude named Shah.

: )

So apa lagi? We started an icing-smearing fight. WEEEEEE!!!! : )

There was tons of laughter, a total release from academic thoughts of A-levels.

Gasp, is it really 3 weeks away? What was I doing 3 weeks from SPM? No idea.

It was a simply lovely night. And I'm going to miss it.

Gonna miss being stuffed with white bread, crackers, a time limit and no drinks.

Gonna miss running backwards, duck walking backwards around the basketball court.

Gonna miss being icing-ed!

Gonna miss the smiles and lame jokes.

Gonna miss the "lepak" sessions with Jan, Yen Mei, Jon, Ced, Es.

God,

Teach me,

Patience that allows your hand to move,

Faithfulness that refuses to compromise,

Tenderness that doesn't destroy me in treachery,

Strength that doesn't lead to ruthlessness,

Love that doesn't die in lust,

Laughter that has no pretense,

Joy that has no end.

1. I need to learn to appreciate the fact that I'm single. And not alone.

Despite my heart getting in the way sometimes.

2. An opportunity to play live on TV with my band this weekend! But we're still getting approval from the university. Apparently the top people in main campus have to be consulted. Pray for approval!

Last Sunday, our pastor encouraged us to continue to pray for our leaders, no matter what political affiliation they may have, and to uphold the two by-elections. Pray for the right people to secure the seat.

Hope isn't lost of course. We know there's a Heavenly Father, placing people in authority for certain times and reasons, just as He spoke in da' good ole' Bible. When it's time to go, leaders will go, and new ones will be given their moment. We trust he holds such events in His hands.