I appreciated how the Year 2013 ended and how I started the Year 2014. Took 3 weeks leave which gave me time to meet up with friends, family members, house chores and enjoy the much needed rest.

I never had such a long leave since I left university so the long break was really good as it gave me time to reflect, think, and just pause. I got a bit restless on the days where I had to stay at home and can't go out to the gym. Miss the gym much so the hols was a good time to catch up on all the exercise as well. This are the moments I wish I have longer leaves =)

I learn that you don't need to travel to have a good time, all you need is good company which is much more satisfying.

Went for a Corporate preview of Dialogue in the Dark. It was good being able to understand the blind a bit more. It was also a good team building event especially since the group of us that went are not yet so close.

Carol's Hens Lunch in KLCC. Same day that we celebrated Grace and Sherah's birthday (Colleagues)! Lunch time was split. First half with the new staff and the second half with the old staff. Accomplish quite a lot in that short lunch time.

Had the privilege to see Lake Toba with my family. A good relaxing time! God is really one magnificent God.

The Old Folks CF reunion at KLCC. How we never change after 3 years +. When bros and sis in Christ meet up.

AMA Gals finally had our meet up after so many years.... The gals from Melaka and Singapore made their way to KL and we had a really good time just catching up on each others lives.

Went out with our 3 little nieces as well. They enjoyed themselves and I am glad that they did.

Eleanor's 1 years old Birthday! iKids teachers first baby!

Our friends from Sibu came down to KL. We had a good time. The gals are not used to our western food but loves Chinese food. Meeting friends along the way is always nice.

Old HSBC staff meet up. Managed to meet up with Christine, Kelly and Karen who has left the bank. We had a crazy wild time just sad that it was a rather short one. Also had the opportunity to meet up with Eu Pui after ages... My big sis that has been a blessing to me in my CF days. Though we disagree at times but I learned a lot from her. Times with her always are always uplifting. Because we brought back one group of nieces, 7th aunts grandchildren also wanted to come over. So we had the nephew and niece sleepover at our place. Looks like my house is becoming a nursery.

The month of October has been quite a month. Lots of stuff from one big thing to another but well I have to say that I do quite enjoy moving from one task to another as it moves me out of the 'routine-ness' of life and that somehow gives me satisfaction.

It has been a while since I actually wrote a post so here are some pictures that I took over the month.

Levina and me at YA CAMP 2013 - Undivided

Me and my roomies with the strong winds

We had a mini hen's lunch for Yim Wah who tied the knot in October.

Hawaii theme night at Golden Palm Tree Sepang - Risk Offsite 2013

Our team building theme where we won for the marshmallow and spaghetti tower building competition.

A view from my room at Golden Palm Tree at about 6.45am on Saturday morning. I was blessed with a single room at Canary Villa =)

A group of us chilling out during the Risk Offsite.

Purple day in office to bid Karen farewell (well this was not taken in October but since I just received this photo so well here it goes) Well, will write more once I return from Sibu. Looking forward to the end of the year as I will be taking leave on and off. :) Starting with mission trip this weekend and family trip to Medan and the list goes on!!! =)

It has been a rather busy few months. From weddings (Andrew, Christine, Aimi, to farewells. Its really sad to see people that I have become so accustomed to leave the bank. Well, that's how things I supposed but nevertheless am glad that they have found something better for themselves and am glad to have known Christine, Su Chan and Karen.  I also managed to do a short catch up with Jerusha beginning of September after nearly a year. Its refreshing to catch up with friends who are like sisters to you. You just walk away from each gathering feel more recharged, blessed and encouraged.  Thanks to Christine's wedding on 15 September, we had a mini outing in Penang. A rather interesting experience since we saw the Malay side of Penang trying the various Malay food that the Pearl of Malaysia had to offer. Malaysia is indeed blessed with a rich culture and yes lots and lots of food!

Enjoyed the company and the entire wedding celebration! Glad to see a good friend tying the knot.

1st Team Lunch

Su Chan's Farewell. Going to miss knowing such a great 'tai kah jie'

Karen's Farewell. Going to miss another good friend in office. We had a good lunch with lots of laughter and I learned how to eat Northern Indian Banana Leaf

I am just so grateful for the events that God has placed in my life. (the good and the bad)

Am truly blessed for the time out over the past weekend that has given me the time to think, reflect and listen.  


New Living Translation (©2007)
And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns

Managed to meet up with quite a few people during the month. Yesterday, my colleagues and I had a hang out session at Karen's home to eat good food and karoke. A rather interesting session but it was nice hanging out with the not so young people. Hahaaa they will pounce on me each time I say that. Well, I better say while I still can because I'll be not so young soon in a few years time.

The iKids teachers with Aunty Ai Siang after the Pilgrim's Journey Session with the children. It is always all smiles after running around for 2 hours +.

Having a good farewell with Hazzan. Well he did said something that was rather true. We can see each other week after week but we hardly catch up with each other. If only we weren't so busy. That is the biggest problem with the Asian culture. Everything is fast fast fast and the worse thing is you can't help but be part of this great big whirlpool that keeps moving. Anyway Hazzan thanks for your time here in Malaysia. We will surely miss the prayer warrior.

FGA USJ Young Adults Camp. With Ps Guy and his wife. Thanks for your sharing. Totally encouraged me that I have a Big God and I can be Bold in Him. Thanks Ps Guy for your obedience and now setting an example to us the younger generation to run this race with excellence.

Last but not least. Thanks che for always being there. I love camps when you are around. :P Haahaa miss having camps together with you. Oh and it is always a plus point to have a good friend around. Thanks Ms.Lim for coming along. Now that you know my sis, makes hanging out much easier. :P

Oh and I thank the Lord for the promotion. Yes I grumble and complaint and the list goes on but God my life is in Your hands. Even though I cannot see the rainbow now, I know I'll see it after the storm. =) Thanks for being patient with me.

Its the first time I see the two cars literally flying to two ends of the road and I thought the right side of the car that we were in will be totally damaged but after managing to move the car to the side only the front part of the car was damaged.

However, it is really a miracle that nobody died in the accident. The condition of both the cars that flew was horrible. The car that flew to the left was like a smash tin can but yet they came out safe and sound. Only the other car driver suffered several stitches but other than that everyone is well and safe.

While the accident cause us a long process and massive traffic jam at Old Klang Road, I must say I am really grateful and thankful to God that we came out without a scratch (apart from being a little fearful).

In that whole situation am thankful to my family who quickly came to my aid from Semenyih (yes my Dad came to the police station too) , to the FGA church mates that was there on the scene and to Pastor Grace and Arnand that came and prayed for us. Most of all to Joelle and Kah Seng that kept their straight face and be ever so positive about the whole thing.

Too lazy to write. Enjoy the pictures below!! Work + Leisure is the way to go! Hopefully I will get to go for more of such conferences or work related things. An eye opener as well as a good time to see the different cultures. Love the richness of culture the world has to offer. Need to be a different place each time though. :p

Now there's nothing extraordinary in Hong Kong but the things that lead to this trip has been extraordinary. To sum it up I received my credit card few hours before my flight to Hong Kong, book an accommodation for the extra night in Hong Kong in about 2 days earlier and Levina agreeing to come to Hong Kong with just a few weeks notice. Oh and also nearly had the trip cancel the week before I was suppose to fly off. Seriously, to be able to go to Hong Kong and come back to tell the story is beyond this world. The timing can never be so precise. Well, all glory be to HIM.

1. FOOD

2. Family Reunions (& Noisy Aunties)

3. Festive Mood

4. New Clothes & Shopping!!

5. Catching up with long lost friends

6. Extra pocket money (It's a blessing to be Single!)

7. No Traffic Jams to Work and Empty shopping Malls!! =)

8. and since Chinese likes the number 8. The final one. This year is a Dragon Year and I am born in the year of the dragon (hmm.... not that it changes anything but well since the parents in China and Hong Kong are busy ... I feel so wanted.) :P