NA INAN LEMULUN TAD KUH

WHAT I DO BEST

2011-07-28T22:59:00.005+08:00

Sewing & crafting are fun! I find it truly satisfying to make beautiful things out of basically nothing. I learn my first needle trick from my late grandmother. She taught me how to tread needles. I progress from there by learning from my mom how to sew loose buttons.

Next I learnt how to knit using crochet hook at a children camp organized by my church. I was so excited to be able to knit cute little blouses for my dolls and quickly applied the same technique learned to make little hats & shoes for my dolls. Cross stitch comes naturally right after that and I should thank my aunts for getting me interested in it.

Eventually I set my eyes on sewing. I sew two pieces of blue and red fabrics together to make my first pillow case. Later I even tried to sew a princess outfit for a custom party but got my blouse wrong. The only success that came out from that attempt was a modified skirt with lace for my so called princess look. Sigh… Not long after that I have my eyes set on sewing little pouch and bags with zippers.

On the other hand, while attending to my aunt & uncle’s handicraft shop in Miri, I took up jewellery making as well. I’m proud to say that I know the basic know how to create my own earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Manage even to sold some of it to my friends and colleagues. But mostly I gave them away as birthday gifts.

These were custom made for a friend.

Finally, my latest project is on quilting. I took an interest in quilting many years ago when I saw a lady sewing fabrics onto cut out pieces of cigarette boxes while tending to her shop. Eventually, I could see how she sews those pieces together to create some beautiful patterns on her quilt. Over time, I have come up with my own version of quilting. Instead of sewing pieces of fabrics onto cut out square or hexagon manila cards, I chose to staple it just for the sake of making everything easier. However, I have to be extra careful on the fabrics that I chose since I don’t want to ruin it with two ugly holes after I remove the staple. The rest are piece of cake, I just joined all the pieces randomly or I arrange it to come up with different shapes and patterns. As I sew the pieces together, I would make sure that all the sides are lined up nicely.

I would like to point out that I am not perfect when it comes to sewing and crafting. However, I do believe when there is a will, there’s going to be a way. Once you have your mind on something that you would like to do, put your heart into it. You would never regret that decision.

The irony is that though I like sewing so much, I am clueless around sewing machine. Haha… Regrettably only recently I learned to use youtubes for sewing & crafting tips and tutorials. The world of sewing & crafting are now at my finger tips. So, what’s next?

IN LOVING MEMORY OF SURIAWATI MUSTAZA

2011-05-01T17:37:00.003+08:00

HOW DO YOU LIVE YOUR DASH

I read of a man who stood to speak
at the funeral of a friend
He referred to the dates on her tombstone
from the beginning, to the end

He noted that first came her date of birth
and spoke the following date with tears
But he said what mattered most of all
was the "dash" between those years

For the dash represents all the time
that she spent alive on earth
And now only those who loved her know
what that little line is worth

For it matters not, how much we own
the cars, the house, the cash
What matters is how we live and love
and how we spend the dash

So think about this long and hard
Are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left
that can still be rearranged

If we could just slow down enough
to consider what's true and real
And always try to understand
the way other people feel
And be less quick to anger
And show appreciation more
And love the people in our lives
like we've never loved before

If we treat each other with respect
and more often wear a smile
Remembering that this special dash
might only last a little while

So, when your eulogy's being read
with your life's actions to rehash
Would you be proud of the things they say
about how you spent your dash?

Dearest Sue,

I quote this poem in memory of you.. Of all the years that I have known you, I can say that you have lived your dash well. You'll be deeply missed by your family, friends, students and me. May your soul rest in peace..

Love,
Kholyn

SAYONARA 2010.. ALOHA 2011!

2010-12-31T01:38:00.004+08:00

It's 31st December 2010 already? Gosh.. Time really does fly by really fast doesn't it? As I leave 2010 behind and stepping into a new year 2011, I ponder upon all the blessings that God has given to me throughout this year.

Lord, to make things easier for You, here's a list of my thanks and gratitudes for all the things that you have done for me this year:

1. Thank you for keeping me healthy this year with no major illness. And even when those around me were down with the flu bugs, you have protected me under Your wings.

2. Thank you for the roof over my head and the food on my table and the clothes on my body. Not once did You let me go hungry without food, and go cold without shelter and warm clothings. In fact, You have blessed me more that what I needed. Because of that, I'll continue to trust You with all my needs in this coming new year.

3. Thank you for my family and friends that are always there for me at the right moment when I needed them the most. Thank you for their loves, encouragements and friendships. Bless them Father as You have blessed me. Let the blessings flow into their lives as well.

4. Thank you for my past, my present and my future. You have guided me along the way. I grateful for my past, joyful in my present and hopeful of my future.

5. Most of all, thank you for bringing me this far in my life. I could not have done it without You. Can't wait to see what You have in store for me this coming 2011. May I continue to be a vessel of blessing to others and may Your will be done in my life. Amen!

PENJARA MASA LALU

2010-09-20T12:50:00.005+08:00

In life, there are many things that we have to learn to let go. We have to let go of situations, things, memories, people and even ourselves.

It's easy to form an attachment to people and things. When you've formed an attachment to people and things, it can be a very painful experience and feeling when you realized that it's time to let go. Even the mere thought of not having that person or thing in your life just squeezes your heart in pain.

However, there are times where you or that person has changed to the extent that it's necessary to let go of the relationship or friendship, so that each of you can fulfill your life path.

Letting go of your past and memories are also extremely hard. Even though old memories can be tormenting, yet you might hold on to the past and refuse to move forward. However, by refusing to let go of the painful past, it'll serve as a roadblock to love.

Letting go of your old self and the process of letting the new you emerge can be one of the scariest experiences in your life. But by leaving behind your old self and taking a leap of faith into the unknown, it might just reveal what you are truly capable of becoming.

May you find some inspiration from this devotion that I read this morning on www.sabda.org that God has used to comfort me and give me strength to move on with my life and not to be stuck with my past. Thank you Father for Your understanding and for being there when I needed someone to talk to and a shoulder to cry on. Thank you Lord for Your everlasting LOVE... As I let go of my past and allow my wounds to heal, let Your love continue to flow in me and nourish me until the day I can finally say: Lord, I'm heal!

PENJARA MASA LALU

Bacaan : Filipi 3:4-14

Tidak sedikit orang yang secara fisik hidup pada masa sekarang, tetapi hati dan pikirannya masih berada pada masa lalu. Seorang gadis yang terus terkenang dengan pacar lamanya, sehingga ia tidak bisa bahagia dengan pacarnya yang sekarang. Seorang pemuda yang terus dikejar penyesalan karena pada masa lalu ia pernah melakukan tindakan sangat tercela. Sungguh, betapa tidak nyamannya hidup dalam "penjara masa lalu". Sangat menyesakkan.

Secara manusiawi, Rasul Paulus punya "alasan" untuk terus menyesali masa lalunya. Ia pernah menjadi penganiaya orang kristiani (Kisah Para Rasul 9:1, 2). Lalu ia bertobat dan menjadi seorang pekabar Injil yang gigih dan teguh. Namun, apa yang ia alami kemudian? Tidak melulu kegembiraan dan kemudahan, sebaliknya tidak sedikit bahaya dan penganiayaan (2 Korintus 11: 23-26).

Namun, Rasul Paulus tidak membiarkan dirinya terjebak dalam penjara masa lalu. Ia melupakan segala kepahitan dan penyesalan akan masa lalunya. Dan, mengarahkan diri kepada apa yang di hadapannya, kepada visi hidupnya. Itulah sebabnya ia selalu tegar dan teguh; pun di tengah tantangan dan hambatan yang menerpanya.

Betapa pun masa lalu yang telah kita alami-manis atau pahit-semuanya sudah berlalu. Dan, hidup kita tidak pernah surut ke belakang. Masa lalu baik untuk kita jadikan cermin, tetapi akan tidak baik kalau terus-menerus kita "pegang". Sebuah ungkapan bijak: Kemarin adalah kenangan, esok adalah misteri, hari ini adalah kenyataan --AYA

JANGAN SIA-SIAKAN MASA KINI
HANYA UNTUK SEBUAH MASA LALU YANG SUDAH MATI

SHAH ALAM!

2010-08-24T15:11:00.003+08:00

Officially, it has been 55 days since I arrived here in Shah Alam. Wait a minute.. Make it 52 days. Just came back from Kuching 2 days ago. Was in Kuching from 20th to 22nd August 2010 for Chiwi Ngang & Ervina Wilton's wedding. Hahaha..

The transition from Kuching to Shah Alam had been a smooth one. But along the way, I can't say that I didn't miss everyone back in Sarawak. I was damn homesick most of the time even up till now. The worst part was to face everything alone without those dear to me by my side. But as the saying goes, one has to move on with his/her life...

I'm now in my 2nd month here. It felt weird driving here at first. I can't believe I'm back! I thought I had enough of my 6 years stay in Shah Alam from 2000-2006. To think that I'm here again is just not what I have expected. God really works in mysterious ways but I do believe all these happen for a reason and I can't wait for God to reveal His plan to me. Soon I hope... :)

I had managed to visit & catch up with almost everyone who are still living around here - friends & families alike. Glad to see that everyone is doing really well. I had even managed to attend a reunion, hen's party, sports day, engagement, convocation, open day, career day etc. Fuh! My schedule are packed like a can of sardines from the moment I arrived up till now - which is great of course (I'm not complaining..).

My postgraduate study is doing well too (*happy mode*). God has been gracious to me. He sent two wonderful friends (Jessica Jimmy & Khairiah Hameed) as my companion in class. All my classes are at 6:30-9:30pm Monday to Wednesday. Tiring but it's worth it... As the Malay saying goes "Bersusah-susah dahulu, bersenang-senang kemudian". Two of my lecturers were my former lecturers. It's great to have them back as my lecturers this semester. :)

Oh.. By the way, I'm going on well deserved vacation with Cath & Emma in June next year. We're going to Bandung for spa treatment & of course shopping! What a great way to celebrate my 30th birthday. Can't wait.. Haha..

Well, having said all that, hope that everything will work out for me. The future is still uncertain but with God walking beside me, whom shall I fear? God, I hold on to Your promises & let You lead my way. You're in control of my life... Amen!

FAREWELL PEOPLE!

2010-06-13T00:39:00.002+08:00

As I write this, I'm 17 days away from departure. I'm moving back to Shah Alam to proceed with my postgraduate study after spending 3 years working here in Kuching.

3 years might seem like a short period of time for some but for me it has been 3 great years of work and ministries. I have met many great friends along the way and treasure many great memories of the things that we did and the fun that we had. I never thought I would move away from here. My plan was to settle down here in Kuching but God has a better plan..

I was surfing the net one day and suddenly decided to click on the UiTM's official website just for fun. Because of that innocent click, I noted that there's an ad for postgraduate study for the July intake. This happened sometime in April. This then trigger an immense desire to further my study in me but I was scared at the prospect of it. Furthermore, I was in my comfort zone - I have a job that I enjoy doing, I was also very much involved in the ministries here, I have great friends and companionship, I have a great place to stay.. In short life was good but God has a better plan..

I was then invited by my dear friend Jaime Chan to watch the movie 'Letter to Juliet'. The word 'what if..' used in the movie eventually led me to apply for the postgraduate ad that I saw a few weeks back. One thing led to another and my application was accepted!

Moving is hard but try moving with short notice given. But God has been good to me.. As I said before, He has a plan.. and because of that, He has opened so many doors for me in order for me to be able to leave with a peaceful mind. Money, job transfer arrangement and the rest were all given to me without me prompting. God really has a better plan for me..

Wish I could share more but my eyes are heavy now. Haha.. Will update again before I leave. God bless..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSJdlr9clTY

2010-03-06T20:32:00.005+08:00

ANOTHER SOLDIER'S COMING HOME

A beautiful song by Janet Pascal. Discovered her after my dad asked whether I could find Bill Gaither's songs online. In case you are wondering, yup.. I never heard of him before either.. Way before our time those guys but I LOVE them!! Suddenly found that I can't get enough of them. Wondering where to find their CDs? Hmm.. MPH has them perhaps. Might have to pre-order though.

Anyway, it's another new year! Gosh, time really gone by really fast these days. I know, I know.. It's March already, 3 months into the new year. Haven't got around to update my blog sooner. Too much facebooking if you tell me. lol

You might be wondering what I've been up to. Well, nothing much so far. Spent my Christmas holidays in Miri. Then went back to Bintulu for New Year. In fact, I drove all the way from Miri to Bintulu on my own. Was surprise Mom didn't fuss much. Maybe she has finally realised that her little girl has grown up. Haha..

I was back in Kuching on the 3rd of January 2010. The next day until today, I have been burying myself in tonnes of work. Teaching preparation, marking quizzes and assignments, setting exams papers, marking exam papers, administrative work blah, blah, blah.. As silly as it sounds, I found myself suddenly stepping into the month of March without really know I got there. I must have used the bullet train. Yikes!..

Anyway, in the middle of these mess, I still managed to spend some quality time with my parents & my little (he's going to kill me if he ever read this) brother during Chinese New Year holiday. Was glad that they came. Oh, and Kaka too (our pet squirrel). He came all the way to Kuching and even befriended Mikey (my adorable-small head-big tummy-long tail cat - a.k.a. ugly cat according to my mom). Such a lucky squirrel..

My younger sis, Khonnie, is expecting her first child next month. Imagine that! I'm going to be an aunt soon (It makes me sound old don't you think?). It also trigger a 'when-is-your-turn' questions frenzy by relatives and friends. Come on.. Give me a break people.. It's not like I don't want to get married. My time will come okay.. Just be patient.. I know I am.. :) Holding on to my philosophy: Just do my best and God will do the rest. Amen! Who knows, this is the year I'll find the right person that God has been reserving for me. *wink*

Khosea's SPM result is coming out in a few days time. Read in his facebook post that he's having the influenza symptoms. Must have been the SPM result's fever.. lol Speaking of facebook, it was a pleasant surprise when I discovered that both my parents are now catching up with this facebooking fever. Most of my relatives are on facebook as well and we all agree on one particular thing - we acknowledge that my great-grandmother, Apu (grandmother in our Lun Bawang language) is our QUEEN. Long live Apu Beridang! Long live the Queen! Hehe..

Fuh.. that's is all folks (for today at least).. Till my next post. Adios!

God bless and may you continue to shine for Him.

IS IT WORTH IT?

2009-10-19T23:03:00.004+08:00

Love is a funny thing.. When you love someone, you would do anything for that lucky person. You would try and copycat his mom's recipes of his favourite dish (although you don't even know what is a lemon grass).. You would try to sew back the button that fell off his shirt (although you prick your fingers on the needle countless of time).. You would give him a massage when he's having a headache (although you need one yourself).. You would buy him a wallet (although your purse is in a shabby shape).. You lend him money whenever he needs it (although you don't have enough for yourself).. You would buy him an expensive watch to replace his old one (although you don't even have a watch yourself).. But after all the sacrifices that you have done, it is still not enough.. To know that you are not the one that he has on his mind all these while makes you looked foolish and it hurts real bad.. You don't know what when wrong.. All you know is that you have done your very best and has sacrifice a lot for him without him appreciating any of it.. In the end, is it worth it to do anything for the person that you love?

WHAT IF...

2009-07-03T00:43:00.003+08:00

Went to SMK Luar Bandar Miri this morning. Almost involved in an accident. Thank God I manage to avoid from being hit by that careless driver. Because of that incident, it got me thinking.. Life has been so good so far but if I was to leave this world behind especially in a sudden way, what would happen? What would others react to it? Are they going to be sad? Are they going to cry? Are they going to regret whatever that they said or done to me? Are they going to pray that my soul would rest in peace? Or are they going to be glad that I'm finally not going to bother them anymore? What have I contribute to this world during my lifetime? I can think of none. I might never know the answers for all these questions but one thing for sure, I hope that in the short period of time while walking down the history lane of my life, I have done something good for others. I have shared their joy and laughter as well as their tears and sorrows. I have make it a point to be nice to others and be considerate. I have done my best in my work, my relationship with others and my ministry. I have above all serve the Lord with all my heart and my soul.. I hope I have left behind my footprint.. my legacy..

MUKAH, OYA, DALAT, IGAN, MATU & DARO

2009-05-15T00:55:00.005+08:00

Me & Grace

My little red riding hood shoes

Sunset at Tapak Pesta Kaul

Sunset dari celah-celah dahan kayu

My favourite..

My barney is over the ocean.. (I'm still searching..)

Yeah! We made it!

Termenung jauh..

Kingwood Resort, Mukah.

Sunset in Mukah.

Minggu ni travelling di Mukah, Oya, Dalat, Igan, Matu dan Daro. Boleh tahan juga tempat ni. Banyak tempat-tempat yang cantik dan menarik. Makanan pun sedap. Paling dikagumi tengok sunset di pantai. Satu saja masalah sini, jalan dari Selangau sampai simpang Baligian-Mukah tu rosak teruk. Kalau tak, memang saya bagi 100% markah untuk kawasan ni.

Kali ni saya travel dengan Hansley Tama & Grace Ikie. Ni muka-muka kami yang tak tau malu ni. Haha..

Kami bertolak dari Kuching pada sekitar pukul 9am (11 Mei 2009) dan tiba di Mukah pada sekitar 7pm. Sempat lagi tengok sunset dan bergambar di pantai Kingwood Resort (rujuk gambar di atas tu).

2nd day, kami bergambar di Tapak Pesta Kaul (rujuk juga gambar di atas). Sebelah malam, kami makan di rumah Nicholas Benedict. Saltihie pun join waktu tu. Suka sangat rumah Nick tu, very classic. Boleh tahan juga masakan Nick. Dia masak tom yam udang, sweet n sour kerapu, ikan putih stim dan umai. Kenyang kami sampai bulat2 perut balik hotel malam tu. Hahaha..

Besok (15 Mei 2009) dah nak balik Kuching. Harap dapat datang lagi ke Mukah ni. :)

p/s Gambar-gambar sekolah dan yang lain-lain akan di upload dalam facebook.

DIRIKU YANG MAKIN GEMUK INI

2009-04-23T18:18:00.002+08:00

Alahai.. makin gemuk dah saya ni. Macam mana mo slim down wor?.. Asal travelling ja, mesti naik berat badan. Takkan terpaksa exercise dalam bilik hotel kot? Boring eh..

Minggu ni (19-24 April 2009) saya travelling di Limbang pula. Stay di Purnama Hotel. Ni pun saya tengah pakai wireless kat hotel ni. Sempat lagi saya pergi shopping di Labuan semalam (22 April 2009). Apa lagi, habis saya borong chocolate di sana (ehem.. belum gaji bah.. jadi beli 1 jenis ja. hehe..). Baru tadi saya pergi borong ikan tahai & keropok-keropok di pasar tamu. Gerenti makin gemuk lagi lepas ni.

Lepas ni tak tau travel kat mana pula. Tapi harap boleh kasi slim ini badan la. Macam mana mo kahwin gemuk macam ni wor? *wink* (angan2 mat jenin..)

Jadual ceramah saya sepanjang minggu ni:
Isnin (20 April 2009) di SMK Limbang
Selasa (21hb) di SMK (A) Limbang
Khamis (23hb) di SMK Medamit & SMK Kubong
Jumaat (24hb) di SMK Patiambun

Balik Kuching petang Jumaat. Bye2 Limbang. Nanti masa Pesta Lun Bawang (Jun) saya datang lagi borong makanan. Hehe..

MY JOURNEY TO SMK BELAWAI

2009-04-14T23:55:00.005+08:00

At Belawai beach.

Accepting my 'cenderahati'.

Form 3 & Form 5 students of SMK Belawai.

Welcome to SMK Belawai, Mukah.

Me giving my talk to the students at SMK Belawai.

SMK Belawai, Mukah.

Me & Siti with our funny gestures.

My travelling companion, Siti Nurazlilah.

Welcome to Tanjung Manis.

April 14th, 2009 - I woke up at 6.30am. I had arrived at the little town of Sarikei yesterday. Today I have to travel to Belawai. I have never been to Belawai before. I had asked around and my guess is that it would take me 3 hours to reach SMK Belawai in Mukah division. My talk starts at 10:30am. So, if I take the 7:30am express boat, it would be just nice.

7:30am - I reached the Sarikei Terminal and boarded the express boat heading towards Tanjung Manis. From there I have to catch a ride to Belawai. I was surprised that it took us 1 hour to reach Tanjung Manis. From there we were lucky enough to board a van that charged us only RM8 for our trip from Tanjung Manis to SMK Belawai. I was even surprised that it only took us not more than 20 minutes to reach the school.

9:20am - We have arrived at SMK Belawai, Mukah. We were welcome by its PK1 and was ushered in to meet the principal. Later the counselor, Cikgu Tarmizie brought us to the school canteen for breakfast. The table was overflooded with food! I think I ate a plate of mee goreng and several pieces of cakes plus a cup of coffee.

10:30am - We were brought to the school hall. My travelling partner, Siti Nurazlilah started the talk until 12:15pm and I continued until about 1:30pm. It was stuffy because the hall was packed with form 3 & form 5 students. It felt like buckets of sweat were pouring out of my body. After summing up everything, the school was kind enough to give us souvenir as token of appreciation.

1:30pm - They fed us with food again. This time it was a spread of hot and spicy seafood. I really ate a lot in this school. The food really is fabulous.

2:10pm - Cikgu Tarmizie offered to send us to the Tanjung Manis Terminal but before that we were brought around to see Belawai & Rajang township (which is very small). He even brought us to the beach so that we could take some pictures.

3pm - We arrived at Tanjung Manis Terminal just in time to catch the second last express boat to Sarikei. We slept the whole way feeling tired but glad that the trip was worthwhile.

Goodbye SMK Belawai and thank you. We sure will come and visit you again! :)

THE 6TH PICTURE

2009-03-16T16:58:00.004+08:00

I was tagged by Babita..

The challenge is :
1) go to your picture holder in your computer.
2) go to 6th folder of photos
3) go to 6th picture of that folder* put the picture on your blog n description of it..* invite six friends to join the challenge..

And here is the picture...

Hahaha.. it's a picture of me and my friends hanging out after church. We look so young then. lol

Now, as the rules goes.. I tag Cath, Alip, Ah Seng, Chiwi, Dana & Dymphna (can't wait to see your pictures.. hehe..)

DECLAN GALBRAITH

2009-01-17T22:19:00.004+08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn51LxzSHf0

This is an amazing song by an amazing young singer. Found this song through youtube. Not only he's good looking, he has a super hot voice too. Double WOW factors if you tell me. *Giggling*

It has been a busy start this new year. My workload increase tremendously. And I'm starting to feel less and less motivated. It's going to be a busy week next week. I don't even have to time to upload photos taken during my Christmas holidays and also photos from Sura/Iduk's wedding. *Sigh!*

Hopefully everything will slow down by February 2009 but I doubt it. Mom, dad & Iwie (my brother) might be coming over during Chinese New Year one week from now. Luckily mom didn't nag me for not going back this Chinese New Year holiday.

Really hope I could update my blog as much as I like. For those of you who has been following my blog, sorry for not updating my blog for quite sometime. Once I hit the road-traveling to the schools during the March semester, I might be able to do something about it.

Hope you'll enjoy this song entitled 'Angel' by Declan Galbraith...

Wishing all of you GONG XI FA CHAI + a red & prosperous New Year!!!

ANGEL

2008-11-05T14:54:00.005+08:00

I try hard to be one. Hope I have influence others in a positive way. I'm not perfect although I wish I am. Hate to see bad things happen to good people. Hate it when the air is fill with hatred. Scared of loud scolding but is full of hope.

Angel on earth - could that be a mission that God has given to me? I might never know. But one thing for sure, as long as I live, I will continue to be an angel to my family, my friends, my colleagues, my students and those surrounding me.

RAYA CELEBRATION

2008-11-04T11:29:00.002+08:00

Efida's Raya Open House

Shamsiah's Raya Open House

Stampark's Jamuan Buka Puasa

Just look at me. I'm fat! And it's all because of all the good food that I ate during all these Hari Raya jamuan & open houses. *Sigh!* I should exercise more but with all the documentation & meetings, I'm too tired to do anything after office hours. My perfect form of relaxation is... sleeping. *Grin*

I enjoyed the Majlis Buka Puasa for PTPL staff at Grand Malay Restaurant, the Majlis Buka Puasa organised by StamPark, MPP's Majlis Buka Puasa, Ramah-Tamah Aidilfitri among PTPL staff, Shamsiah's Raya open house, Efida's Raya open house, Sharifah Raya open house, Kak Bebe Raya open house among others.

Thank God for all these "free" food throughout Ramadan. *Wide grin*

ROCK 4 JESUS!

2008-10-28T15:19:00.003+08:00

Here we are again. Looking youthful and having lots of fun. This photo was taken while we were waiting for our turn to go on stage. The event? It's called 'Rock 4 Jesus' Concert. Yeah, I know.. We don't look the part but we sure sing like one. :)

This concert was organised by SIB New Life. It was held on the 26th of Oktober 2008 at 7pm. Each church was to perform 3 songs. We represent SIB Praise Valley and our choice of songs were 'Takkan melebihi kekuatanku', 'Bagai rajawali' & 'Brand new day'. We had tonnes of fun and managed to fellowship with friends from other churches as well. By the end of the night, the air was thick with our 'bau peluh'. Haha..

We sure are a crazy bunch but we're great friends and most of all, we have someone whom is the best among the bests of friends. His name is JESUS!

WHO CAN BE THE NEXT JAMES BOND/BOND GIRLS?

2008-10-16T16:20:00.004+08:00

Taa.. da... I joined this contest called Who can be the next James Bond/Bond Girls? It's really easy. Just submit any photograph of whoever you think should be the next James Bond/Bond girls and let others vote for you. It's fun.. Don't forget to vote for me! Let me win some prizes.. Huhu..

http://youthsays.com/007/who_can_be_the_next_james_bond_bond_girl/entries/271

SELAMAT HARI RAYA!

2008-09-29T16:09:00.002+08:00

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my Muslims friends Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Maaf zahir dan batin. Kalau ada kuih raya lebih, kirimkanlah untuk saya ni. Hehehe..

Let's party guys!

PIZZA SUNGGUH SEDAP!

2008-09-29T15:33:00.003+08:00

Ta daaa.. Here's one of the pizza that I learned to bake recently. It's so easy (But not telling the receipe.. Hah!). Manage to bake 6 pizzas using 1kg of flour. Adios PizzaHut, Pizza Junction, Domino's... Here comes Kholyn's ready-to-order homemade pizza! Going cheap! Only RM15 each... Topping includes Seafood Mix (prawn & squid with mushrooms, tomatoes & cheese) and Cheezy Delight (minced beef/chicken with mushrooms, tomatoes & lots and lots of cheese). Place your order now. Call 019-8543091 (Kholyn).

Additional RM2 for home delivery.

CAMPUS FRIENDS CLUB'S ANNUAL CAMP 2008

2008-08-30T11:20:00.003+08:00

Venue: Siar Beach Resort, Lundu

Date: 22-24 August 2008

Number of participation:

30 students,

1 lecturer (me of course) &

2 speakers (Bro. Peter Paris & Bro. Andy Daneil)

Objectives:

1. To train new committee members

2. As a farewell retreat for the old committee/members of CF who are graduating soon

3. To promote unity and commitments among CF members

It was crazy taking care of 30 'hyper-active' students. However, we did manage to enjoy ourselves even though it rained on the second day we were there (Didn't manage to conduct our sukaneka as planned).

Through all the session conducted, I can say that some of the students' lives will be forever changed. I have seen the benefits of these camps to the students. One good example is Johneme Rentap (DTMP student) who was previously dubbed as 'little monkey'. He was naughty and a nuisance in class. Lots of complaints from lecturers because of his attendance problems and his inability to pass his subjects. However, after attending our CF camp last year in Mount Singai, Bau, he is a change person. I am proud to say that he has earned praises from all his lecturers. Although his studies still needs some improvements, but character wise, he is now a very sensible young man.

Kudos to all the camp committees for your hardwork and patience in planning and conducting this camp. And a very a big thank your for our special guests, Mr Peter Paris & Mr Andy Daneil for their sharing and 'brain-washing'. To all participants, may you shine in your studies and in your ministries..

To God be the glory and honour. Amen!

CONGRATULATION SAHMSIAH!

2008-08-30T10:30:00.003+08:00

Congrats to my friend, Sahmsiah who got hitched on 16th of August 2008. You are a lucky man Hasnan (or should I still call you 'darling'? *grin*). Sorry I could not make it though (Hehe..). Semoga bahagia ke anak cucu ya.. :)

MERDEKA A.K.A. BUSY MONTH

2008-08-29T16:45:00.002+08:00

Fuh! It was quite a month for me (seriously).. I started this month preparing for MQA visits for Sijil Pengurusan Perniagaan (SPP) & Diploma Pengurusan (DPG) programme. 4th-9th August was our mid-term exam. 11th-13rd was another MQA visit for Sijil Sains Kesihatan (SKS) programme. 19th-21st I brought students to UiTM Samarahan for an English debate competition (we lost..). 22nd-24th was our Campus Friends Club's annual camp in Siar Beach Resort, Lundu. Back from Lundu I went straight to Penview Inn for DPG's Annual Dinner (DPG Nite). 25th August, I brought 62 students with me to Rumah Seri Kenangan (Old Folks Home) at Batu 15, Jalan Kuching-Serian for a 'gotong-royong'..

Not bad for a month eh? But I'm dead tired for now. Can't wait for the Merdeka holiday! Yipee!!

MUKA-MUKA TENSION

2008-07-22T10:30:00.002+08:00

These are our stress out faces during MQA's visit for Diploma Teknologi Maklumat. Haha..! Busy day today. Andy left for KK at 8:30am. He has some government exam to sit for there.
Jiayo2!

Congratulation Diane!

2008-07-07T14:26:00.003+08:00

Attended Diane's wedding on the 28th of June. It was beautiful. Very happy to see her in that wedding gown. She looks like a Greek goddess and her husband was beaming head to toe. Hahaha! Edu, Eyong, Jasmon & Quincy also manage to attend the ceremony. We were seated very near to the stage and get to see the whole ceremony close up. Love the rose petals all over our table, the lovely bookmark & the ice craving too.

Diane, wish you great happiness in the years to come as you love and cherish each other. Do remember to invite God into your new life as Mr & Mrs Yupiter k. And may you raise up an army for the Lord! :)

God bless you always.. Remember your mumi kecik always k. (Oww, I'm feel the tears coming..)

PTPL's 12th Convocation

2008-07-01T14:04:00.003+08:00

These are some my pictures during my recent trip to KL for the PTPL's 12th Convocation held at PWTC on the 25th June2008.

It was a grand event and I enjoyed it very much. It was indeed a proud moment for me to see my students walking up the stage to receive his/her scrolls. Not to mention the time when we (academician) are required to wear our robe & mortar board as well (it comes with a hud too) and march into the hall for the academician procession. We really look like the wizards in Harry Potter's movies. Haha.. Wish the colour could be in a darker shade though.

Manage to go shopping at Midvalley after the event. Didn't shop much coz it's not pay day yet. Haha..

FACEBOOK

2008-06-17T16:46:00.003+08:00

I signed up for facebook few day ago. Finally get to see what all the fuss was about. Frankly, I'm quite impress. Added dozens of application but most of all, I manage to add lots of my ex-classmates. It was fun too. I get to buy & sell my friends, own a pet, send flowers etc. Still a loyal fan of friendster though. Just wish I could access it freely in my office.

Our new semester is starting this week. For the past 2 days I have been busy registering students. Tomorrow will be 1st day of class. This semester I'm teaching business law, company law & partnership, and also moral education. Can't wait to meet my new classes. Hope this semester they will do well just like their seniors.

We're having a carnival next week (27th June). I'm planning to rent a booth and sell some food and drinks. The profit will be used to organize activities for my students this semester. Still don't know where to bring them. Bored of the same old place. Hope to go to somewhere new this semester.

Freddie knocked my car into the gate on last Sunday. I gave him a good lecture and manage to extract a few drops of tears from him (oowww...). Anyway, as a compensation, he promises to wash my car for free from now on. Haha.. I'm just glad that it was a gate and not some kids that he had knocked into.

REUNION

2008-06-12T14:39:00.003+08:00

Went out for a reunion dinner with Illa, Eyong, Edu & Quincy (plus his lovely girlfriend. Wei, bila mo kahwin pok?). Illa is here in Kuching on a business trip. We talked for nearly 2 hours. Lots of stories to catch up to. haha.. Didn't know that Illa's sister, Idu, is getting married soon (to a pastor. Haleluya!). And didn't know Nonie & Godpray already kahwin (tak jemput saya pun.. merajuk dah ni..). Manage to pass Diane's wedding invitation to Quincy & Eyong. Edu merajuk coz Diane forgot bout her. Hehe..

It's seems like just yesterday we were in our youth & serving the Lord together in Grace Church, Shah Alam. Can't believe we're now matured men & women of the Lord. Most are married already and are raising their own little army for the Lord. As for me? Sigh!!

GAWAI HOLIDAY!

2008-06-10T13:41:00.003+08:00

Just came back from a long gawai holiday. Went back to Lawas, my hometown for the annual Pesta Lun Bawang. It was so much fun.. Here are the details:

25 May - Andy, Freddie & Sakai left for Sibu by bus (they spent the nite at Leslie's house)

26 May - Andy, Freddie, Sakai & Leslie drove all the way from Sibu to Lawas

29 May - Me & Chiwi left for Bintulu using my trustworthy Viva. Spent the nite at my house

there

30 May - Me, Chiwi, Dada (my younger sister) & Iwie (youngest brother) left Bintulu at 8am &

drove all the way to Lawas. (Stucked at Kuala Luruh-Brunei check point for 3 hours.

Reached Lawas at 8.30pm)

31 May - 1st morning in Lawas-went to makan Lawas famous kolo mee. BBQ at Andy's house

that nite.

1 June - Went to SIB Bandar Lawas for Sunday Service. Noon till 7.30pm-watched futsal

tournament. Kuching team lost by 1 point (tsk! tsk! tsk!). 8pm to 10pm-watched

culture show & received certificate & money on behalf of Lala (my cousin-she got 7As

in her UPSR last year)

2 June - Join the opening march on behalf of Lun Bawang Kuching. Only 9 of us & I'm the only

female (got sun burn because of it). Receive RM100 for participation & spent it all at

KFC (yum.. yum..). Attended the Ruran Ulung & Padan Liu Burung dinner at Stadium

Tertutup that nite.

3 June - Went to Long Sebangang for a picnic (yipee.. the view is breathtaking..)

4 June - Went shopping at Tamu Sipitang, Sabah

5 June - Went to open air & makan cucur.

6 June - Left Lawas for Miri. Spent the nite at Sharon's house. Freddie, Sakai & Leslie drove

straight to Sibu. Uncle Johannes belanja us makan seafood. Went to Marina Bay after

that (nice..)

7 June - Drove to Bintulu & spent the nite there. Watched sunset at Tanjung Batu Beach. Mom

cooked her special dish for us.

8 June - Drove to Sibu to pick up Sakai & Freddie. Drove back to Kuching. Reached here around

8pm (E-len was delighted to see us).

What a journey..

ATTENTION FREDDIE DANIEL

2008-05-27T09:42:00.004+08:00

Ini merupakan pesanan khas kepada c Pedy yang tengah enjoy sakan di Lawas:

1. Woi! Mentang2 dah sampai Lawas, langsung tak ingat untuk msg kami di cni.

2. Pedy, apa hal lubang hidung kamu makin besar?

3. Jangan lupa cuci burit kamu lepas berak.

4. Jangan kamu gay sangat di sana (Scroll down untuk lihat gambar gay kamu di bawah..).

5. Jangan lupa suruh kakak saya buat chabi..

Pesanan ini ditaja oleh:

IGLOO ICE CREAM,

KING CENTRE, KUCHING.

(on behalf of E-len)

LONELY

2008-05-26T16:57:00.002+08:00

Andy, Freddie & Sakai left for Lawas at 4:30pm yesterday (by land). It felt so much different after they left. The house was strangely quite & it feels empty of its occupants although there were still me, Chiwi & E-len there. By now, Sakai is already in Limbang while Andy & Freddie are in Temburong heading towards Lawas. They should reached Lawas by 6pm. Can't wait to reach there myself. There are still so many things to do here in the office. I have to make sure that I settle everything before I leave for my holiday. However, I feel sad for E-len coz come this 29th, he'll be home alone coz me & Chiwi will be leaving for Lawas. Hope Pastor Oda & his family will come by so that he'll not be lonely.

(Pic: E-len showing his magic power)

LATE

2008-05-23T16:53:00.003+08:00

I forgot that I'm supposed to invigilate today. Luckily I came in early & managed to go straight to the exam hall after being informed by Kak Su (our exam officer). Haha.. Sorry..
Just came back from renewing my passport at Simpang Tiga. Spent 2 hours there. Dead tired by now. Can't wait to go home.. Going to ask Chiwi & Sakai to cook dinner tonight. Haha..

PARENTS

2008-05-21T16:20:00.000+08:00

My dad is here in Kuching for the State level Teacher's Day celebration. Brought him and his friends to The Spring & Boulevard yesterday. Tonight bringing them out again but no idea where to. Hmm...
My mom on the other hand is going to JB on Friday. So, she's flying over to Kuching tomorrow and spending the night with me here before leaving for JB the next day. It's a busy month for me with my parents coming to Kuching a few times because of work commitments. Glad they are here though.
I can't wait to go back to my hometown (Lawas) next week for the annual Pesta Lun Bawang. I'll be driving all the way to Lawas which will take me about 2 days of driving from this end of Sarawak to the other end of Sarawak. I bet it's going to be fun..
I'll be leaving for Bintulu on the 29th and Bintulu-Lawas on the 30th. Hope to catch up with all my old(x2) pals there. Tagging along with me are my housemates & my best friends namely Chiwi, Andy, Freddie & Sakai. Sadly, E-len (Clarence) could not make it. (Vina, we miss you..)
Last nite we had our usual Agape Fellowship. Uncle Anthony joined us and we had a lovely fellowship with one another. Hope we can get the students next door to come and join us as well.

MPW WORKSHOP IN SHAH ALAM

2008-05-15T15:36:00.000+08:00

It's a sunny day here in Kuching. Went to PTPL Shah Alam for a MPW workshop on Monday & Tuesday (12-13 May 2008). Really learnt a lot through the workshop and get to meet new friends from other branches. They are all very friendly and helpful and are willing to share their knowledge and experience in teaching MPW subjects. Stayed at Delta Inn in Section 3. It's a nice apartment with a view of Tasik Shah Alam and Section 2. Manage to makan at my favourite stall opposite WetWorld and went shopping in PKNS, SACC and also Masjid Jamek (bought lots of kain. haha!) Miss my uni years in Shah Alam. Most of all, miss my friends. It reminds me of all the joy and funny things that I did with my friends. Shah Alam was like a second home to me (I spent 6 years there). Now that I'm working here in Kuching, sometimes I do miss ikan bakar and ABC special Section 2, shopping at TESCO/Giant Hypermarket, using RapidKL (very jimat wor..), fighting for a seat in UiTM buses (lol)..

CAREFUL LADIES

2008-05-05T17:57:00.000+08:00

Just woke up from my afternoon nap. Huarghhhh! Feels like a lazy cat. Haha! I'm now at Wawasan Inn, Sarikei. Travelling again but not complaining coz of it's free wireless service. lol

Something happen to my friend. His girlfriend who is studying in KL went missing yesterday. Scared the hell out of him and also her family. They almost file a missing person police report this morning but manage to find her. It seems that she spent the night at her friend's house but neglected to inform her brothers (who live in Puchong) & also my friend. Pitty my friend & also his girlfriend's family worried for nothing the whole night yesterday. But they are thankful that she's ok though.

So, all the ladies out there.. Please make sure that at least you inform someone of where you are going everytime you go out..

PROTON

2008-05-02T15:49:00.000+08:00

At proton service centre at the moment. It's a sunny day here in Kuching (all my laundries are done. Yipee..). Manage to apply for a replacement leave today. Did my laundry, cooked lunch, fed Felix (the cat), sew a little, went shopping for groceries, paid my bills and sent my uncle's car for service (quite impressive huh?). Didn't get to hang out much lately due to my intensive travelling. Miss the good old days.. Sigh!

It's Mother's Day next Sunday. My mum is coming over for a course next Saturday. Thinking of bringing her out for dinner (at Hornbills perhaps?)..

ADIOS

2008-05-01T10:25:00.000+08:00

Goodbye Sibu.. Leaving for Kuching today. It's a bit cloudy. Guess it's going to rain later in the afternoon. Waiting for my brother in law (Roman) at the moment. He's suppose to follow us back to Kuching today. Mom & Dad called just now. They are going to Kuching for a holiday this Gawai. Wonder where should I bring them. Hmm.. (Serikin? Damai? The Spring? Santubong?..)

It's labour day today (nothing special about it since I'll be on the road 6 hours today. Sigh!) Oh well, might ask for a replacement leave tomorrow.

Adios Sibu, adious Paramount Hotel.. Thanks for the hospitality (and most of all, thanks for the wireless service. Hah! Oh, by the way, sorry for the mess. Hehe..)

WELCOME

2008-04-30T19:00:00.000+08:00

Sitting at the lobby in Paramount Hotel, Sibu at the moment. Making full use of the free wireless service again. Just created this new blog. This will be where I'll share my thoughts and experiences. Feel free to leave your comments or share your views/advices. I'll try to upgrade my blog from time to time (this may take some time-I'm a slow learner..) and I promise to keep you updated about my life and my stories. Thanks for stopping by. Take care my friends.. God bless you always!

p/s By the way, 'NA INAN LEMULUN TAD KUH' means 'There is none like me' in Lun Bawang language (trying to impress my Lun Bawang grandmother with my ability to write in Lun Bawang. lol)