TO THE MAN AFTER GOD'S HEART

Dearest Pastor Henry,

As you celebrate this very special day, I pray for God's richest and abundant blessings to fill your storehouse - good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over!

May God grant you: the FAITH of Abraham, the SPEED of Elijah, the EXCELLENCE of Daniel, the APOSTOLIC ANOINTING of Paul, the PATIENCE of Noah, and the STRENGTH of Samson.

May the Lord enlarge your territory and may His hand be with you always and keep you from all evil!

May God cause His face to shine upon you and give you rest and abundant grace! Continue to be God's instrument of righteousness, love, care, and salvation to the lost, unloved, and unwanted!

BLESSED BIRTHDAY TO YOU, PASTOR!

I love you, dearly!

With love,

David

I AM SO BLESSED

I absolutely love my neigbourhood! You know, I am really blessed because each time I step out of the gate of my house, I am welcomed by so many wonderful, beautiful living things. There are so many unique creatures that are around my neighbourhood, and most of the days, I would literally come across unusual creatures - creatures I've never seen before. Sometimes I have the opportunity to get them on camera, but there are times I couldn't . Nevertheless, to be able to behold them with my eyes, I count my self very blessed.

I am so blessed because, I get the opportunity to see the sunrise in the eastern horizon every morning and sunset in the western horizon in the evenings. And my, the sun is most beautiful when it's setting. Such perfect spherical shape!

Sun rising in the east

Sun setting in the west

I am so blessed because everyday as I look out of my window in the cool evenings, from the clouds above will beam down light rays. Standing at the window and looking at those rays give me such a heavenly assurance of my Father's sovereignty. Rays are undoubtedly, one of the most beautiful sights in the sky. I could image the bright light that shone on Paul, blinding him.

Heavenly rays

I am so blessed that I have the opportunity to see a great variety of birds such as: kingfishers, eagles, sparrows, storks, magpies, swifts, grey ducks, humming birds and a few more which I cannot identify! I've not known of any neighbourhood with such varied kinds of birds.

I am so blessed because I am able to see insects that causes me to wonder in awe at how wonderfully God had made them. They come in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Each with its own uniqueness! To this date I've seen 7 different damselflies, 5 different flies, 4 different ladybirds, 4 different grasshoppers, 5 different dragonflies, 6 different butterflies, and 5 different spiders around my neigbourhood. They are all stunning in their own ways. I wish I could capture all of them in pictures but some wouldn't allow me to do so. However some were 'vain' enough to allow me to get some shots of their pretty faces! =D

hanging on for dear life

Most Vain Award 2009 goes to Mr. Green Grasshopper!

I am so blessed that I belong to an awesome God! I am so blessed that I am a child of the Most High God. I am so blessed that I was created by the Creator. I am so blessed that he made me in His image. If these creatures - which weren't made in His image are yet so amazingly beautiful - we then must definitely be His priceless masterpieces!!

Great blessings come from appreciating the little things

Sincerely: dpyc

YES WE CAN!

The most historic event in the U.S probably the world - the inauguration of the first African-American president - President Barack H. Obama. The first black to sit on the presidency sit of the U.S. Obama's Inauguration is today. It's the final day for George W. Bush and a new start for Barack Obama.

I can hardly believe that I am about to witness the most historic Inauguration in the history of the United States. When I come to think about it, it's really hard to comprehend the fact that a Black now will lead the U.S.

You see, I'm a homeschooler under the American program; therefore, I do not learn about Malaysian history, instead American history. I've studied alot on the history of America - from the Age of Exploration, to the birth of America, and to the presidents that lead the country. Never have I read, an African-American taking the presidency seat.

If you are familiar with American history, you will know that the Blacks were not very well accepted and treated, instead they were mistreated. This lead to slavery, segregation, and lack of rights in the U.S. But as we read on the history of America, many great leaders, presidents, and civil right movement activists fought for the freedom of the Blacks, whom some of them were President Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., W. E. B DuBious, Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, and others.

After 54 years, since the beginning of the civil rights movement in 1955 to this day, finally the dream that Martin Luther King Jr. had, came to pass. Barack Obama now sits on the presidency seat!

As I looked at his picture in Wikipedia, I find it hard to believe that the man I was looking at, who is a Black, is the 44th president of the U.S. It's really amazing!

Now, I'm just waiting to read about him in the Lifepacs. It will not be publish so soon, but I await to read it! =) I'm proud to able to witness and be a part of this historic event!

"Change we can believe in"

Have a most blessed day! God bless! =)

Sincerely: dpyc

(image taken from Wikipedia)

A PEEK

It's been exactly ten days since my New Year's post. I had one asking, "What happened to posting everyday?" and another exclaimed "It's time to blog." So, I made it a point to update a new post today. =) So here you go!

What a busy first week it has been! There were so many things I had to catch up with. I had to complete my half-done work, take a couple of tests, and mark all the activities I did during the holidays. Getting back to work mode and laying off the holiday mood was difficult. =)

Well, nothing interesting really happened this week. No events, no outings, just studies. Last note, Chinese New Year is coming soon. All the food, the ang paus, and the shoppings! =)

This will be short one. Hope you guys have the most wonderful weekend! Stay blessed, k!

Sincerely: dpyc

BE FRUITFUL IN EVERYTHING

Just yesterday it was 2008, and today, its the start of a whole new beginning. =) A new year of many fruitfulness. This year's theme is: Fruitful in the midst of affliction. You might exclaim, AFFLICTION?? Well, don't get all worried and upset. As one of my friend had said in her blog:

Malaysia's economy might be hit hard. Parents may face difficulties in their career, finance, etc. Students may get stressed up due to school, especially those who will be taking PMR and SPM. Some may encounter conflicts. Some may succumb to illness but... Let just all commit our lives to God and ask Him for guidance and protection...He'll be there, for you, and for me in whatever circumstance, whenever and wherever. Let us all be fruitful in the midst of affliction! Have faith in Him and we'll walk a triumphant year yet again...because God will make a way! ( taken from YokePei)

This year may not be smooth sailing all the way. There will be times when you will be high up on the mountain, but there will also be moments where you will be in the deep valley, but remember to keep your eyes focus on the Lord and He will definitely carry you through from strength to strength and from glory to glory until you receive the mark of victory!

I'm ready and prepared to face what lies ahead of me this year, are you? =)

Stay tune for more and have a prosperous and fruitful New Year! God bless and do take care!

Sincerely: dpyc

Yea, eventhough I walk through the

valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil:

for you are with me;

your rod and your staff

they comfort me. Psalms 23:4

IT'S GOING TO BE A WHOLE NEW ADVENTURE!

It's the Eve of a New Year!

I love countdowns, don't you? Haha.The whole world is celebrating this important event! Without doubt, everyone is in such eagerness to see the clock strike 12:00 and hear the "gong" that will officially mark the entrance into a new, blessed year -2009. =)

2008 has been such a fruitful year for me! A year of many new beginnings and new trends. I must say that God has taught me a great deal throughout this year. I had many firsts this year, many priceless lessons, and many cherishable moments. =)

As many priceless lessons there are, one of the most vital lesson I've learned this year is summed up in the following quote:

When we ask God for strength,

He gives us difficulties to make us strong.

When we ask God for wisdom,

He gives us problems to solve.

When we ask God for prosperity,

He gives us brain and brawn to work.

When we ask God for courage,

He gives us troubled people to help.

When we ask God for favors,

He gives us opportunities

In truth we received nothing we wanted...

But instead, everything we needed!

Isn't He a wonderful God? He works in ways we cannot see, ways beyond our human- mind. We tend to be short-sighted, but our God is a far-sighted God! So, as the year draws to an end, let us look back one last time and be thank God for His goodness, His grace, and His mercy! Not to forget all the lesson that you have learned, remember it and carry it to the New Year 2009.

With that, let us together usher into a New Year with great confident and assurance, knowing that God has prepared a wonderful and blessed year for each an everyone of us!

So, put on your seat belts tight! Brave yourself! We are off onto a whole new adventure! =P

Have a blessed New Year's Eve and God bless!

Sincerely: dpyc

BLESSED CHRISTMAS

I wish you a blessed Christmas

I wish you a blessed Christmas

I wish you a blessed Christmas

And a Blessed New Year

MERRRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU!!!

It's finally the 25th of December! The season, the event, the day everybody's been waiting for! =) We had Christmas Celebration Service today! It was packed! Church members from PJ came over to attend our service, new comers came to hear the true meaning of Christmas, and an orchestra that came to perform a musical drama entitled, "the Sounds of Christmas"

It was fabulous! Oh, in case you didn't know, the orchestra that performed was from PJ church!

Later that day, my family and I had lunch at Boston, a restaurant in Aeon, B.T. That day, we bumped into so many of our church members. One after the other! Some were there for lunch, like us, others were buying gifts, and there were others that wanted to walk around! =)

The food was delicious. The portion was big and the price was reasonable. It was such a filing meal! Go try it out if you haven't! You won't regret! =D

I've not been posting up pictures lately. So I've got my pictures. I'll stop talking for now, and allow the pictures to do the talking! Enjoy!

The orchestra from PJ! Their outfit makes them look like professionals!

Joylene Teh as mother Mary

Lunch at Boston...

Doesn't the food look apetizing??!! I hope I'm not tempting you! =) 2009 is just around the corner!! I'll end this post and will be back for more updates! God bless!

Sincerely: dpyc

LOVE, JOY, PEACE!

It's the eve of Christmas! Don't you just feel the feeling of joy and love?? The spirit of giving and blessing?? I sure hope you do! It's definitely a busy month for everyone since there is so much shopping to do! The malls are packed with people! My sister said Midvalley was so packed that at every turn, you'll literally bump into a person! Besides that, its the crazy sales and discounts that attracts so many people! Oh wells!

Remember the blog-post marathon that I mentioned in my latest post? haha! Today marks the day of the blog-post marathon! =p Come back every day, and you'll find a new post! And that's a promise! =)

For the first topic of my blog-post marathon is the surprise birthday I had! My birthday surprise this year was very simple but I have to say that I had a lot of fun, especially playing the water fight! haha! Before I move on, a little glimpse on how I was lured into the trap and being fooled!

It all begun on a beautiful, sunny, bright morning of 14 December 2008! Deborah, my younger little sister, came into the room and woke me up. She told me that she was going to the elephant sanctuary with her friends, and a guy from the Outback! Of course I immediately jumped off the bed! The elephant sanctuary?? What a way to start my day! I got ready, prepared the camera, and took extra clothes, just in case the "elephants" splashes water at me! When all was set, we left home and met at Deborah's friend's house!

Now, here was where everything begun to change! You see, I was so excited about the fact that I was going to the elephant sanctuary that I did not suspect anything! But that is what surprises are meant for, right?

So when I entered the door of the house, I was greeted by loud shouts that echoed, "SURPRISE"!! So loud was the shout that I actually backed-off! I was shocked beyond measure! And the first statement that I made after recovering from the shock was, "So? There's no elephants??"

The whole elephant sanctuary plan was just a big hoax. It was used to lure me to the house! How embarrassing to be fooled twice! =( But I was glad that I saw so many "special elephants"!!! You know what I mean, right??? ehehehe!

All in all, I absolutely had a great time! Special thanks to: Deborah, Crystal, Rebekah, Renee, Joel, Graham, Riley, and most importantly, Auntie Karen for giving the green light to use her house and paying the water bill!!
But the most important of all is God for giving me such thoughtful, wonderful, and loving friends!

Got to rush off now! Hope you'll have a wonderful Christmas eve! =) Stay blessed!

Sincerely: dpyc

STILL THE BEST

Hey folks!!! I've not blog for almost 21 days! I know I've kept you waiting for my next new post, but unfortunately I couldn't! I was really busy the past few weeks! The preparation for the GY Camp '08, celebrating birthdays', spending time with my love ones, Royal Rangers Carolling and of course, the four days that I spent in Peace Haven, Genting Highlands for the Youth Camp! =)

I've really been enjoying my holidays. If you were to ask me, I'd say that this is one of the best school holidays that that I've had in such a long time! So many events kept me on my feet, hence prevented me from rotting at home due to boredom. haha! My friends had a simple birthday surprise for me. I actually got fooled again and this time by my younger sister! What a tragedy! I'll elaborate more on that in my upcoming post! This post is to give a glimpse of what has been happening to me during this past few weeks!'

Well, today's' already the 22nd which leaves us with 3 more days to the long await event, or season of the year which is - CHRISTMAS! 9 more days before a whole new year 2009 begins, and 12 more days before school reopens!!! Everything is going by so fast. Even before you realize it, it has already pass!

I've been taking alot of pictures because there has been so many events. Most people enjoy looking at the images, rather than reading the post. Therefore, I've made a point that each time any event comes up, I'd get ready my camera so that I can blog about it and have pictures for you to enjoy!! See, blog viewers, that shows how much I care for you! hahaha =D

This will just be another short post from me to you! I'll get the ready the pictures as soon as possible. Once that is done, I'm going to have a blog-post marathon! XD

So that is all for today! Don't forget to stay tune! You sure don't want to miss the blog-post marathon! It's my first, by the way!

God bless and have a Blessed Christmas to come!

Sincerely: dpyc

I'M OFFICIALLY 15!

GOOD FOOD

Here are the promised pictures of the dinner in...

Vietnamese Chicken Chop

XO Fried Vermicelli

Vietnamese Fried Rice

The Famous Vietnamese Beef Noodle

Good food, good life - Thank you, Lord

Stay tune for more! GY Camp is exactly 1 week away!! =D

Till then, God bless!

Sincerely: dpyc