Last Day of 2008

Yes, it is the last day of the year, 2008.

Awakenings #03
"He has a plan for you & i.
To prosper us not to destroy,
regardless of your current situation."

To Glorify HIM

The chief end of men should be to glorify HIM.

The Maker of Heavens, Earth and everything that is in it.
The Alpha & Omega.
The Beginning & The End.
The Bright Morning Star.
The Way, The Truth & The Life.
The Bread of Life.
The Living Water.
The Great I AM.
The King of kings & the Lord of lords.
The Almighty One.
The Light of Life.
The Joy of life.
Our Peace.
Amen.

So Unworthy

As we take stock of 2008,
we need to realise how unworthy we are.
Where we are today, we do not deserve. It is the grace of God.
For that, we must will ourselves to give back to Him.

Awakenings #02
"God is ever so gracious and forgiving.
It's time to awake, rise up & act!"

Taking Stock of 2008

It's the time to take stock of 2008:
1. Three things I have done well
2. Two things I could have done better
3. One thing I want to do in 2009

Moments to Treasure

BB Retreat 2008

It was most unexpected! It turned out to be a wonderful BB retreat! Thanks be to God! On 24 December 2008, it was perfect arrangement with Cheng Hoong, Mdm Low & BNSS, to pick up the required stuffs for retreat. Upon reaching BBHQ, we bought "all that we need" for Christmas celebration. It was a great evening! We ate 2 large roast chickens, brownies, lots of Korean strawberries, Japanese Mandarin oranges, ice cream with bread from 4 leaves etceteras.

On Christmas Day, everyone woke up at around noon. Kevin joined us from 1-4pm for AGM. Originally, we planned only to reflect on the things we had done in 2008 and plan first half of 2009. In the end, we came out the entire BB programme for 2009. In addition, we can sense divine leading even as we went through the meeting and felt that 2010 will be "The Year of Happenings!"

On 26 December 2008, we went to watch "Ip Man" together at Tiong Bahru Plaza. It turned out to be such an enjoyable movie! Thereafter, we had dinner at Tiong Bahru Market. Everyone was also surprised that such a 'ulu place' has such wonderful food.

On 27 December 2008, the guys played counter strike (3-4 sets of lap tops), soccer and at around 5am, we ate Macdonalds breakfast! What a great time we had?! AND we checked out of BBHQ at around noon time.

Once again, thank God for a fun-filled and relaxing BB Retreat!

Here's wishing everyone an early "Happy & God-blessed New Year!"

Regards,
From Your Captain's Desk

Christmas Greetings

In exactly 23 hours, it's Christmas Day.

Here's wishing everyone
"The Blessings of God on Christmas Day!"

"A BIG thank you
to
ONE & ALL
for
making efforts
to
renew in 2008."

"Merry Christmas!"

Regards,
From Your Captain's Desk

Awakenings #01

In less than 24 hours...
the world will celebrate Christmas.
But, why, what & who are we celebrating?

Awakenings #01
"We need a Saviour"

Christmas Time

It's the most wonderful time of the year, where children laughing, people gathering, exchanging gifts, spreading good cheer... Thank God for Christmas celebration and lunch at Bethesda Community today; and also Christmas gathering with my siblings tonight. "Thanks be to God."

The Meaning of Christmas

*
We
are so
undeserving,
yet GOD gave.
His Only Begotten Son.
That's the true meaning of Christmas.

J e s u s
C h r i s t

IGOR

It's about low self esteem;
thirst for success;
wickedness;
evil!;
love.

Jurong Point

Newly opened "Jurong Point" extension.
It's huge and spacious, with many shops to shop till you drop! =)

Lunch @ TMall

Had lunch with Tim, Elisha, Dominic, Yong Siang & Jeremy today.
It was a "Thank You Lunch" re: BB72!

NTU Canteen

It adds 'colours' to being a student at NIE-NTU. At least, it helps to make one feels more connected to their surroundings. It's also interesting how these things can help one mentally and emotionally. If you know what I am talking about.

World in Tension (W.I.T)

We're living in dangerous time. Our world in tension (W.I.T) is running out of wits in resolving the global economy crisis. Thailand is voting their new PM. North Korea nuclear talks just collapse with no deal. The US government didn't reach an agreement to rescue their automobile giants! Singapore has been predicted to be the worst Asean countries to be hit by the global economy crisis. Just follow the news and you will know our world is in deep troubles.

What would you do?

Notification of Exam Results

(Semester 1) Examination for PG.Dip.Ed.

Core Modules

QCE501	Teaching Reading and Writing	B-	3.00	6.0
QCL501	Teaching Social Studies in the Primary Classroom I	B	3.50	4.0
QCS501	Curriculum and Pedagogy for Primary Science	A-	4.50	3.0
QCS502	Assessment Modes and Resource Management in Primary Science	A-	4.50	3.0
QED501	Educational Psychology I:Theories and Applications for Learning and Teaching	B	3.50	2.0
QED503	ICT for Engaged Learning	B+	4.00	2.0
QLK501	Communication Skills for Teachers	B	3.50	2.0

Total No. of Academic Units Obtained : 22.0
Cumulative Grade Point Average : 3.68

To God Be The Glory.

$2 Wanton Noodle

Where to find the above stall?
It's on Level 2 (#02-49) of the Old Hawker Centre
nearby to Chinatown Point.
I bought a $3 meal.
Larger portion of noodle and 4 Prawn dumplings.

Expedition Photos 2008

Yupz! First-time ever! Mac for Breakfast on 7 Dec 2008 =)

Memorable Expedition 2008

It was one of the most memorable events of the year, Expedition 2008, 6-7 Dec. God is gracious. For He held back the rain for us, so that 3 groups comprising of Boys, Primers & Officers can expedite from School (Bedok Reservoir) to Tampines Central, Dunman Secondary and finally, East point (Simei), where 2 groups boarded the public transport back to School.

Kiat Sheng's group made history in 72nd Singapore Company by being the first group ever to complete an expedition on feet! They did not rely on any transport to get back to base i.e. School.

Nevertheless, every group had done tremendously well and completed the entire expedition route. Well done, Guys!

To reward everyone for the hardwork done, we had BBQ, night games and birthday celebrations. It was a wonderful evening of feasting (cooked food), BBQ-ing (uncooked food), fun-filled night games organised by Andy, eating of chocolate-hazelnut cake and jellies sponsored by Mdm Low and fellowshipping among Boys, Primers & Officers till about 4am in the morning!

Thank God for a "Memorable Expedition 2008!"

In addition, I would like to thank the followings who have worked very hard to make our Expedition 2008 a resounding success!

1. Yeo Kiat Sheng 2. Andy Chua 3. All Boys, Primers & OCTs.

From Your Captain's Desk

The Year of Awakenings!

It's time for the 'sleeping giant' to awake and arise from his sleep.
In the coming new year, you will realise your hidden potential
and use it to the fullest for the benefit of those around.

2009: The Year of Awakenings!

2008: The Year of Renewal!

INTURAC 2008

BB TEAM 1 EMERGED AS CHAMPIONS

@ Integrated Urban Adventure Challenge

Click for more!

Sharity Gift Box 2008

No should be left out during this festive season. It is meaningless to celebrate if the poor and the old were forgotten during Christmas time. "For 21 years, The Boys' Brigade in Singapore has been seeking to bring cheer to the less fortunate by collecting food items and fulfilling Christmas wishes of the beneficiaries through The Boys' Brigade Sharity Gift Box."

You can donate from the comfort of your room anywhere in the world too. Click to find out more! "Have a Heart, Share a Gift" (28 Nov 2008 - 19 Dec 2008).

Spread the Joy of Christmas through on-line gifts!