Morning Has Broken

Morning Has Broken,
Like the 1st Morning,
Blackbird has Spoken,
Like the 1st Bird,

Praise for the Singing,
Praise for the Morning,
Praise for the Springing,
Fresh from the Word.

This was a song from Cat Stevens in the 70's and it was a beautiful song then and still is now.
Still echoing today that clear message that every new day is as beautiful as the last :)

Forgiveness, the key to Tolerance!

Last night i prayed as i stepped into the house, as i didn't know what would have happened with all the hu-ha happening at the vicinity. I took a simple prayer asking me for tolerance and patience, because i know that something has happened in MY room and i wouln't have liked it.
I slowly crepe upstairs and noticed that the atmosphere was really different. upon arriving at the tip of the stairway, i ignored my room and went to check out the situation at my previously sisters' owned room, only to notice something really amazing. There wasnt a wall there. :P

After the breathtaking view of the room, i decided to face the truth and looked into my room.
It wasn't so bad, the cupboards have been shifted a little and a bed frame was there, but my computer was still in tact as it is. and i stepped in to have a look and i thought it was alright.
I carried on with my dinner and after that, i noticed that some boxes werent anywhere to be seen, and upon pressing this matter i found out that there were put into a place which is by far, unreachable. For some reason, that really threw me off and i decided to walk away without a word, as i know i was about to explore.

I told myself that it was of no problem and tried to sleep it off, but somehow it was always at the back of my head. This morning however, i got up and took a hard look at myself on how i handled things the night before and was completely dissatisfied with myself and went to look for my mom to apologize to her. I felt that asking her forgiveness was the right thing to do and it made me feel all the more secure with myself.

Now i know that everytime i am faced with a difficult thought in mind, i can always just take a step back, and admit that sometimes as humans are, i can't understand or change Everything, but i can always acknowledge the work that has been done and compromise with a little tolerance and make sure everyone is happy.
I'm sorry mom, i do hope you understand that :)

Accidents and Experiences

Its that time of year again, where I tend to get affected with a little misfortune but overall still manage to work things out. This morning on my way to work, i was just inflicted with a Traffic Accident. :(

It was when i was coming down Jalan Bukit Pantai where there was some construction work going on and the workers were spreading water across the street and my tyres just did not have enough grip to hold the "wet" road and i slammed into a Perdana. :( It was very fortunate that the person i hit (Kuhan) was very cool headed about it and did not put me in an exasperated state. After introduction and pictures, i learnt that he is a friend of a friends' brother.

We calculated the wear of the damages and were very amicable about the difference and all in we settled the issue that he would send it to his mechanic and bill me shortly after the repair works have been made. Thank God that it was someone familiar and we could settle the problem in a peaceful fashion.

Now to my car, It was similar to the problem faced the last time on which the bonet caved in again and knocking needs to be done extensively. Sighz. Round 2 begins after 3 months. I tell you, Its these little things that make you appreciate the finer things in life. you tend to be more cautious and learned when a situation like this proposes itself on you. By Gods will, i will sustain my experiences of this incident and take a lesson from it.

Live and Learn

Sometimes life is all about persevering and learning. Times are trying and makes thing that are unnecessary and yet are worthwhile in the end. Its all about having a positive outlook and modesty that anything that happens is worthwhile and would be a learning experience. Once that is resolved, you will take to learn the everything you do would be enjoyable and fun.

I am partially between the here and there when it comes to taking useless activities with a pinch of salt, i never did understand why would my teacher keep telling me to complete my redundant homework again and again, but now i realise that its not the work that counted so much per say, its the effort that i put into it and the ideals that the more effort put will accomplish a better outcome and result.

I Love taking up new challenges and ideals, but sometimes im just to nonchalant to actually do something about it. In this Hurdy-Gurdy life we live, its difficult to just stop and wonder, "what is it that really matters?"

Weekend of Awesomeness!

I suddenly feel like an American...
I'm just feeling Awesome right now.
The weekend for the Youth Rally with the theme of Different, Dynamic and Discipleship or Youth 3D was really an event that was simply Magnificent. I have not had that much fun in a very long time and seriously can say that we have a Great Loving God.
Thanks to the Organising committee that planned this event and to Father Clarence for supporting the development of this rally.
Its just enlightening to know that there will always be a source of hope even in the darkest of times.

Praise be to God for his Greatness, Awesomeness, Power, Love and Care.

Youth Rally 2009 Fatima Church KL

The Youth of Our Lady of Fatima will be having a Youth Rally this weekend on the 22nd and 23rd August 2009. This is the first official activity that has been conducted for the youths in order to revive the nearly extinguished flames of the Youth in the parish.

The youth movement have been pretty slow in the uptake since the New Committee took over and there just hasn't been a push to justify a movement in the parish. Now this Rally is to revive that passion and justification to uphold the will and call of the church in a choice to serve.

The rally is open to all Fatima Youth (this time round to revive ourselves before calling others.) aged between 16 and 22. and its on the weekend of the school holidays which is really convenient to the targeted age group :) It will be a 7 Step activity which will initiate ice breakers, praise and worship, socializing, and deep self thought about the faith standing of individuals and the youth in general.

I do hope that this activity will initiate a chain reaction to open the youths of the parish again. and i leave you with these words from the song "pass it on":

It only takes a Spark,
To get the fire Going,
And soon all those around,
Can warm up in its glowing,

That's how it is with Gods love,
Once you've Experienced it,
You spread its love to everyone,
You want to pass it on. :)

Kami Anak Malaysia

This ones for Malaysia:

Kami Anak Malaysia,
A Child of MY,
From the Land to the Sky,
Sing it Loud,
Sing it Proud,
if You're Down with MY,
Kami Anak Malaysia,
All Colours and Creed,
We're the Child of MY,
Sing it Loud,
Sing it Proud,
if You're Down with MY,
Hey Semua kita Bersama-sama,
Sampaikan Salam Ke Serata Dunia,
Tunjukan Mereka Budaya Kita,
Penuh Berbudi,
Penuh Berbahasa,
Khabarkanlah Pada Dunia,
Sampaikanlah Salam Mereka
Malaysia Maju,
Malaysia Jaya,
Malaysia Indah,
Malaysia Kita,
(Mandarin) Tong Yang De Tian Kong Bu Tong De Fu Se,
(Mandarin) 'Semua' yi qi qing zhu jai jie jiu gen kui le,
(Tamil) Warungal Yellarom Ondru Sernthu,
(Tamil) Otrumei Thaan Nam Balam Ingu,
Kami Anak Malaysia,
Kami Anak Malaysia,
Terbilang di Seluruh Dunia,
Penuh Ceria Setiap Masa,
(Kadazan) Guminavo Zikoi Do Pogun Za,
(Iban) Nembiak Pupu Bansa Segulai Sejalai,
Proud of Our Culture,
The Beauty of Malaysia,
Together as One,
We'll Rock on Forever..
Kami Anak Malaysia,
Kami Anak Malaysia,
Terbilang di Seluruh Dunia,
Penuh Ceria Setiap Masa.

80/20

Why is it there are some geniuses out there that proved this 80/20 rule? its severely irritating because its highly accurate.

Be it in the computing world, economical world, or social world, its a likely that the 80/20 rule applies. You haven't heard of the 80/20 proportion? Ok then, let me explain.

Its called the Pareto Principle on which that 80% of something is due to the remaining 20%. Still don't get me? Just imagine in project management concepts you understand that the 1st and last 10% of the project will cost more and take the most time than the middle 80% of development. In Sales, 80% of your revenue usually comes from 20% of your clients. In Social Media, 80% of Advertisements respond to 20% of actual sales.

It also applies to people where 80% of working adults tend to spend 1st and save later and the remaining 20% always saves 1st and spend later. It's difficult to categorize these groups as it varies according to countries and regions, some people just need to spend to make a living, and some people (usually the capable) will live and think of making a saving.

Anyways it further boils down to Mr Cyril Northcote Parkinson's theory on which stands "Work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion."
He was an Economist by trade and therefore understood the concept of supply and demand. he stated that:
"The demand upon a resource tends to expand to match the supply of the resource."

An extension is often added to this, stating that:

"the reverse is not true."

But in the reality of things the force of Human WillPower can far surpass expectations of any theory and prove even these geniuses wrong. But the ratio of the people overcoming this principle would probably be 20% rather than 80%.

Rallying On to the End

Life is a rally with turns and bounds at every corner. Just when you think you see the checkpoint or goal at your view, you end up just finding another curve, hill and valley that will send you plummeting into chaos or make you shine by establishing you leadership skills in the world of uncertainty.
The checkpoints you go through are common events and goals, such as Birthdays, anniversaries, Graduations, Job Acceptance, Promotions, Gifts, Presents, People, Family, Friends, Happy Times, Sad Times, Disappointment, Achievement, Loss of Life, Gain of Life, New Family, Lay-offs, Economic despair, Richness, and most of all Love.
How would you define Love?
Love in a scientific form is indeed the release of pheromones and endorphins that attract a mate for the purpose of procreation.
Love in a Religious form is a form of sacrifice, love of neighbour, love of God, love of self.
Love in my term is the ability to tolerate, guide and help people regardless of their background and do not discriminate just because of who they are at that point or who they were.
Love is understanding and Tolerance to work up to be better people with morals and Good.
Love is Patience to understand hard and troubled times.
Love is wisdom to look at the bigger picture when things start to get awry.
Love is all around to everyone you meet, do not hold a special love for some and disregard the rest as God has thought me that love is eternal and should be shared with everyone, friend or enemy.

I Love You, Friends, Family and Strangers... Say it Loud and Proud.

I used to write poetry because that is how i connected with myself,
but now the poetry is gone all withers away,
I used to sing because a song in my heart always wanted to come out,
but now the song is burrowed in silence,
I used to laugh because life was a joke and peace was all around,
but now in tears i spend in a hollow heart,
Not tomorrow will i sit in despair,
for nothing can make me worse,
for the love i have to share,
i will share with the world.

Silence is Golden

Silence is Golden, But My Eyes Still See....
There is a lesson that you can take from silence, as it speaks to everyone. Silence usually brings a feeling of solemnity and honour to a person as it does not give way for people to judge. How can i live in silence when everything is chaos and hectic, its simply by just understanding self and listening to what silence has to say.

After which there usually is an inspiration from which wisdom and love can culminate into the heart and soon after peace follows into your self being.

Then again, why would i rant about silence when i got nothing else to do but to sit in the silence.
Till another time and day, i will continue to believe that silence can bring me this peace which i want to achieve.

Hail Mary! Full of Grace!

Tomorrow is the Feast of the Assumption of Mary. As a Roman Catholic who wants to know more about this sacred event on which is deemed as a Day of Obligation over such reverence i headed to research.

This Doctrine defines with the teachings of the Catholic church says that upon the end of her life, Mary was assumed into heaven Body and Soul where her body would not decay on Earthly bounds.
She holds a great place in the Scripture as being the Mother of Jesus and furthermore since Jesus is part of the Holy Trinity, she indefinitely became the Mother of God.

She has been blessed as to being the Chosen mother and when she was in term and visited her sister Elizabeth, the baby in Elizabeth's womb lept at the sound of Mary's voice as the babe recognised the Mother of God.

Mail Mary
Full of Grace,
The Lord is With You,
Blessed are You Among Women,
and Blessed is the Fruit,
of Your Womb; Jesus,

Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
Pray for us Sinners,
and At the Hour of Our Death,
AMEN.

This prayer starts by scripture on which what Elizabeth said upon greeting Mary, and is followed by an intercessory prayer for all sinners.

Rukun Negara!

Maka Kami,
Rakyat Malaysia,
Berikrar,
Akan Menumpukan,
Seluruh Tenaga & Usaha Kami,
Untuk Mencapai Cita-Cita Tersebut,
Berdasarkan Atas,
Prinsip-Prinsip yang Berikut;

1) Kepercayaan Kepada Tuhan
2) Kesetiaan Kepada Raja & Negara
3) Keluhuran Perlembagaan
4) Kedaulatan Undang-Undang
5) Kesopanan & Kesusilaan

As we,
As Citizens of Malaysia,
Vow,
To focus,
All our might and dedication,
To achieve the set ambitions,
Based on the following principles;

1) Belief in God
2) Loyalty to Crown and Country
3) Supremacy of the Constitution
4) Sovereignty of Law
5) Courtesy and Morality

Telephone Woes

There seem to be a lot of woes all of a sudden in my case....
My Screen from my precious N82 Nokia cracked yesterday after a massive fall which fell right on a perpendicular angle of the corner which affected the entire phone. The results of which meant i didnt have a phone to use for the later part of the day.

I didnt mind not having a phone, its just that all my contacts and information in the phone is somewhat important to me and i do hope that the technicians will be able to handle the matter gracefully without so much as killing whats left of it.

I have been wanting to change my phone for some time now, but i havent really backed up my stuff to migrate to a new phone, and therefore having said that, i was really depressing.

Me being a paranoid a** anyways located a backup for the settings and contact numbers of my phone on my computer and thank God that i still have it... although it was dated 26th May :(

Oh well looks like after the repairs i will have to look out for a replacement unit for the phone and update my entirity of mobile lifestyle...

Wow! the serial Numbers :(

Today i just installed hard-disk drives and formatted 9 computer systems and re-installed Windows XP Professional and updated all of them to XP3 and installed .NET framework 1.1, 2.0, 3.5 in the systems and updated all the patched.

within the process i had to enter the serial numbers, check whether the components work and are running.

not to mention, that when i get back to the place i cal home, i have another 2 systems to deal with and i dont know how i am gonna manage it along with the delivery of the units tomorrow...

tiredness to another level. i need a break :(

Yesterday

"Yesterday, All My Troubles Seem So Far Away" - Beatles

Yesterday was simple sitting by a tree,
Yesterday was easy and always care free,
Yesterday was nice with abundant friends,
Yesterday was without hearts to mend,

Today it seems a little blue,
Today it seems very lonely,
Today its without you,
Today i miss you wholly,

Tomorrow i will be happier though,
Tomorrow i will break down the bough,
Tomorrow i will rise and celebrate,
Tomorrow i will not sulk on my plate,

For yesterday is a memory,
One i hold most dear,
Today is an experience,
On which i shall hold no fear,
Tomorrow will be today and again yesterday,
So i'll celebrate living another day.

Merdeka! The Only Time To Be United?

Tanggal Tiga Puluh Satu,
Bulan Lapan, Lima Puluh Tujuh,
Merdeka, Merdeka, Tetaplah Merdeka,
Ia Pasti Menjadi Sejarah!

Mari Kita Seluruh Warganegara,
Ramai Ramai Menyahut Hari Merdeka,
Merdeka!
Tiga Satu Bulan Lapan, Lima Puluh Tujuh,
Mari Mulia, Negaraku Merdeka...

This composition from Sudirman has long been the main theme for Merdeka! ever since i can remember and more. To me its the best song that our country has made to celebrate our independance. It has charisma, it has meaning, and it has spirit. Unlike some never songs that TRY to focus solely on unity, but end up being overplayed and underapreciated.

Is Merdeka on the 31st August the only time we are supposed to be united?
I reckon that instead of dedicating a Day or an extention a Month (Like Patriotism Month in School) to actually motivate this celebration of Unity as often as possible.

Why do we limit ourselves to 1 day, when we strive to be better people every day of our lives. Sure the national initiative has budgets and the economy to worry about, but if these values are instilled in from the grassroots and at an early age, it will develop senses of acceptance, peace and understanding between the various races, religions, classes and segretations of the society.

I have grown to believe that everyone is the same, until an individual proves me wrong, everyone shares the same right and freedom and trust and i am surely not alone in this mindset. We need to understand that we are united as a people, as Malaysians, and not as sarawakian, sabahan, malay, chinese, indian, bumiputera, and the like.

I give a common but good example, in america, once you're a citizen, either you're black, white, hispanic, asian, or whatever, you share the same priviledge as calling yourselves American.
Why does this not happen to our very own dear Malaysia...

As being the centre of the Trade Route and the Pinnacle of South East Asia, why is there so much segregation dwelled into out daily routine. Our current Prime Minister, Dato' Seri Najib Tun Razak has just launched a National Campaign called 1Malaysia. This is a good idea, but essentially, it should focus more on the development on moral values rather than charity to all malaysians.

I am not too well versed in the current Legal and Political standings, but i do know that once we achieve at the root level a sense of pride, love and unity, malaysia will grow stronger than ever before and accomplish much more that we are currently holding up too.

Specialist Centre

What is it would constitute as a specialist?

Is it someone who is trained in the arts or sciences to do something?

Is it someone who can manage in the likes of chaos and restrictions?

Is it someone who can do something exceptionally well?

Is it someone who does things to their utmost potential?

Is it someone who takes care of you in dire and levied times?

Is it a financier or supporter who promises change?

Is it a person who can relate and resolve a problem?

Just ask yourself now and see how can you justify is someone a specialist, and what will they do to justify their status as a specialist?

Has anyone said to you about their stature only to deceive you ultimately in the event you put your faith and trust in him? How would you judge a person on their talents and skills and if found untrue, would you trust them again or give them another chance?

I believe that honesty is of the utmost essence, but ultimately even with deception thrown at you, you will need to learn to forgive, and advice if possible. Because, in life as human's we make mistakes, it is unfair to not allow anyone to learn from their mistakes and give them an opportunity to learn from them!

What have you done today, this week, this month, this year that has benefited someone?
Are you a specialist?
Do you specialize in good or otherwise?
Reflect and you'll understand what it means to be a better person. :)

The Gift of Life

What is life but a collection of memories that we have garnered over the years? Is life fulfilled by the fact that we have success, failure, wealth, poverty, health, sickness, friends, foe, family, stranger, career, joblessness, loved ones, enemies, someone who cares about you, someone who despises you, spouse, unknown, children, parents, meaning of life, meaning of death, companions, solidarity, memories, forgetfulness, eccentricity, wisdom, seen the world, stayed at home, help a stranger, neglect to help, help anyone, shy away, does it hold any relevance to life?

Essentially, i would like to believe that to have a good life, all of the above mentioned has to be present in addition to a little randomness. Once you have these criteria fulfilled, you can always look forward to achieving a better more fulfilled life.

Wise words from W.H. Davies' Leisure

"WHAT is this life if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare?—.
No time to stand beneath the boughs,
And stare as long as sheep and cows"

Rainbows and Daffodils

Imagine waking up to a sunny day,
Imagine a smile in the month of may,
Dream of Rainbows and Daffodils,
Let you trouble fly at will,
For smiles and happiness awaits you,
Not withstanding another day blue,
An autumn breeze and summer gale,
could never turn a winter's pale,
but close to happiness will i feel,
with Rainbows and Daffodils the limelight steal.

Hello Father!

The past week has been a daze for me... It has been a mixture of feelings that are quite disheartening and also relaxing at the same time. There were moments on which i just felt like bursting into tears, and moments that are filled with "Great Calm".

The thing i can sense at both these moments are that ultimately, it felt good after, almost serene. I spent the end of the week (thursday and friday) just wondering what significance these happenings have installed for me, and ultimately its just that i miss my family...

Imagine having a very unsure moment just before retiring to a day on your bed and you have absolutely no idea what is going on and its just that point, you feel a blanket of serenity just cover you and you'll feel at peace. Thats how i'd describe this feeling.

God is so good and this past week its been amazing. Just once in a while its really a blessing to just play some hillsongs and listen to them. I have never felt this feeling in a long time and it was a really good feeling.

God Will Make a Way,
When There Seems to be No Way,
He Works in Ways We Cannot See,
He Will Make a Way for Me,
He Will be my Guide,
Hold me Closely to His Side,
With Love and Strength for Each New Day,
He Will Make a Way, He Will Make a Way.