Chinglish

 

A friend of mine sent me this email.

 

"Ah Lek was asked to make a sentence using 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 10. Not only did he do it 1 to 10, he did it again from 10 back to 1. This is what he came up with...

 

1 day I go 2 climb up a 3 outside a house to peep. But the couple saw me, so I panic and 4 down. The man rush out and wanted to 5 with me. I run until I fall 6 and throw up. So I go into 7 eleven and grab some 8 to throw at him. Then I took a 9 and try to stab him. 10 God he run away.

 

So, I put the 9 back and pay for the 8 and left 7 eleven. Next day, I call my boss and say I am 6. He said 5, tomorrow also no need to come back 4 work. He also asks me to climb a 3 and jump down. I don't understand, I am so nice 2 him but I don't know what he 1".

Marital Health of a Nation

Yesterday, I, Joseph and Rev. Lee attended a Prepare-Enrich Programme at Beverly Hotel. This is a government-sponsored seminar to train facilitators to help couples to build stronger marriages and stronger relationship.

We were told that divorce rate for non- Muslims in Malaysia has increased from 2.63% in 2000 to 5.20% in 2003. Not too bad but the rising trend is no good. For Muslims, it is worse in the range of 10%-11%.

But the most shocking news is that divorce rate in Taiwan is even higher than in the US. 51% in Taiwan against 50% in US. Imagine, one in two marriages would fail. It was said that when you meet someone after a long break, the common thing to say is not "How are you ?" but rather " Are you separated?". That's sad.

Malaysia is doing the right thing by encouraging pre-marital couples to go through pre-marital counselling and married couples to go through marriage enrich seminar.

The health of a nation is very much dependent on the health of marriages of the people.

You Say Vs God Says

I found this in an email sent by Sharon Lai:

You say: "It's impossible". God says:All things are possible (Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired". God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me". God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 3:34 )
You say: "I can't go on". God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
You say: "I can't figure things out". God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: "I can't do it". God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able". God says: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it". God says:It will be worth it (Roman 8:28 )
You say: "I can't forgive myself". God says: I Forgive you (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage". God says: I will supply all your needs (Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid". God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear (II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated". God says: Cast all your cares on ME (I Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough". God says: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone". God says: I will never leave you or forsake you

Home Alone

I have been "home alone" since yesterday and this is expected to last until Friday. The first assignment of the new Timbalan at the Gaya Teachers Training Institute has gone to Negeri Sembilan for a course on selection of new applicants to be enrolled in teachers institutes in Malaysia.

Anticipating the busy schedule of the Timbalan, I am considering drafting some kind of Form to be submitted to the Timbalan whenever I need an appointment with her. Hahahaha.

Farewell to A Beloved Principal

Last Saturday afternoon, I had the honour of being invited to join the Farewell Lunch at Promenade Hotel organised by the School Board, teaching staff and supporting staff of SM St. Mary, Papar for their beloved Principal. Courtesy of my wife :)

I could sense that they really love this Principal. Their appreciation and love for her were reflected in the citations, video clip and many gifts presented. Many tried hard to put up a brave face but still I could see tears here and there.

The most moving moment was when the beloved Principal together with her husband (again courtesy of the wife) stood at the exit to bid farewell to each of them. I really had to try hard to control myself.

A day earlier, the whole school also had a farewell assembly for their beloved Principal. From the photo's, I could sense there were a lot of tears and poignant moments both from teachers and the students.

My conclusion: She did make a difference, a significant difference indeed to many lives in Papar! I am proud to be part of the making of this beloved Principal. Bravo!

Of course, life goes on. That will be another chapter in the making.

The Day Lyanna Tew is Called Mrs Hew

What do I remember about this wedding? The MC of the wedding banquet asked a question each to the bride and groom. Name 5 things why you choose your partner.

Groom : I love her from head to toe. I love her because she accepted me in spite of my short comings.

Bride: He is liangchai, loving, kind, patient and (can't remember the last attribute she said.)

Sydney Blue Mountain Then (1994) & Now (2006)

1994

2006

1994

2006

Sydney 1994

The kids of the Lee family are having a reunion in Sydney this coming weeks.

 

As a family, we last set foot on this location way back in August 1994. Wow, that's almost 12 years ago. How time flies. They would see Sydney with a different perspective now that they have a new sets of people around them. :)