Sheryl's Bday Pics

Here are the pics from the partaaay as promised! Thanks Mark for the wonderful images. DSLR cameras seriously take awesome shots!

Slew of Bday Celebrations....

Yesterday, was swamped with birthday celebrations. Not only was it my aunt's bday and cousin's birthday, but it was also Sheryl's birthday. So after the lunch and dinner celebrations with relatives, me and Lina headed over to Alexis Bistro at Jalan Ampang to surprise our beloved "ah ma" with a special cake that was baked the night before by her bf, Wai Seng.

As Wai Seng pretended to answer nature's call (2nd time somemore), me and Lina, Mun Tzin and Mark were waiting outside the Bistro with the two cakes. Then, he escorted us in. Since he made sure her back was facing us, made the surprise all the more surpriser. Then, we brought the cake in and sang Happy Birthday to her. Man, should have seen her look...she was soooooo surprise!!! I was trying to hurry and eat the cake cause it just looked so gooooood.

We moved to a more comfortable setting (with sofas) and enjoyed the cake. Gotta hand it to your dude, the cake was fantastic. Not dry, nicely moist and went well with wine. Only thing missing was strawberries and ice cream. Then, we pretty much catch up on lost time and playing with Mark's new Nikon D200 camera. SLR Cameras are just awesome and they took wonderful shots.

Now, just stuck in the office...feelin so sleepy after coming home late. 9 more hours to goooooo....

Photos to come soon....

Merdeka...

50th Celebration of Independence....

During the course of growing up, I gotta admit I was never the 'gung-ho' patriotic Malaysian that waves the Malaysian flag or have it hanged over the house. But somehow as Malaysia celebrates its 50th Independence tomorrow, I can't help but feel a sense of proudness and achievement. For the past week, newspapers have shown photographs of comparisons between then and now and how much our country has achieved over the past 50 years.

Looking back, Malaysia has come a long way from the days of our ancestors who were trying to make ends meet to fulfil just the basic necessities of life. Now, living in a bustling city called Kuala Lumpur, I embraced the hustles and bustles of corporate life to fulfil my needs and desires of life. Those were the days when I remember getting my first Siemens handphone, reasonably sized, good features (at that time), nice screen and good for making calls. In contrast today, I'm using a Nokia N73, hugeeee colour screen, mp3 and video player, MMS, Internet....etc. How the times have changed.

No country is perfect and even with Malaysia, she has its shortcomings. But, there's so much to be thankful for. God has tremendously blessed Malaysia, given me a wonderful job, friends and family and of course, endless, bountiful food that assures me I will never go hungry. So, as I celebrate Malaysia's 50th Independence tomorrow, I might not wave flags or have them pasted on my car, but I am proud to say that I am Malaysia's child and Malaysia is my wonderful and beautiful country.

5, 6, 7, 8....

5 days more to CNY's Eve Dinner!!!
6 days more to Chinese New Year!!!
7 days more to Hong Kong Family trip!!!!
8 days of FUN, FOOD & SHOPPING FEST!!!

Can't wait..........

Guess what???!!! I'm officially BAPTISED, or as my cousin puts in, I was swimming in the pool. It was a special ceremony and an amazing declaration of faith in front of people. Thanks to everyone who came and witnessed the occasion, you guys really did made the day extra special and an added blessing for me. I was really touched by your congrats messages and presence as well even by those who were not there. Just seeing all your faces there before I was immersed truly brought a tear to me eye. Even as this is just the beginning of my walk, I know that I have your support and love. THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN!!! Last but not least, THANK YOU LORD!!!!

















Note: If you hear closely, Pastor Philip mispronounced my name as Brother Tham. So as of now, you all can address me as Brother Tham. Hahahahaha....

Two News....Good ones!

Quick update...as I forgot to post this up earlier on. Two good news just to update!

News 1 - I got officially confirmed into my position and as a result, more benefits and increase in salary. Just in time for year-end sale happening...grinz! Muahahahaha!

News 2 - I'll be gettin baptized on Dec 17th, this coming Sunday@845 am in FBC Subang. As Thomas put it, I'll be getting drowned. So, to all my friends, you are more than welcome too come for this special event. Unfortunately, I can't broadcast it through webcam but my dad will be video-taping the ceremony and posting it on YouTube...hahahahaha. (This one's for you Pat!)

And that's bout it...So excited!!! The Christmas spirit has arrived.

Of Stress, Reunions & Dinner Nite

Had a very stressful, long, tiring and yet challenging week before. It was probably the busiest week so far I've had this year. Managing to get through that week really opened my eyes to one thing; doing all of this would not have been possible by my own strength. Instead, I had the Lord Almighty to sustain and provide me the strength to endure a week that had many hiccups, sentiments of annoyance and frustration and yet, one that filled with friends, comfort and support. Thank You Lord indeed for Your providence. I could not ask for more.

Probably the two events I was looking forward too last week was reunion with some college mates. It was a great moment of catching up and just updating on our lives, meeting up with people I haven't seen for quite some time. The other event was probably my company dinner cum client awards nite on Saturday. Besides it being a company dinner, it was also a night to honour some of our clients who have achieved tremendous results during the past year. Eventhough there were hiccups, it still went on smoothly. Plus, it was good to meet up with some of my colleagues from other branches. I sorta became the official photographer of the night. Taking pics for clients as well (Don't this people bring their own camera at an event like this?) Highlight of the night was when some of the business coaches did the chicken dance onstage and Ian Homer (from UK) doing his best uncanny impersonation of a 'China-businessman'. That skit alone was worth the ticket for the event (unless you're with the company). Some of the pics of the night.

Congratulations....& Celebrations....

Congrats Nathan & Irene on your engagement!!! Eventhough we were expecting it, me and Li-Na are really excited for both of you! Good news like these truly trumps even the worst of days!....You two are really the 'model-couple' and put the rest of us to shame....

A weekend of fun.
A weekend of building new friendships.
A weekend of sharing.
A weekend of coming together.
A weekend of rejuvenation
A weekend to remember.
A great weekend.

And of course, a weekend of HAZE!

Somewhere only we know...

It's always wonderful and amazing to celebrate something joyous and memorable! Thanx for everything!!!



Just another update, I've recently started a new job at Action International (www.action-international.com). Position is Sales and Marketing Executive. My previous job wasn't challenging enough for me and not really a place where I can see myself growing and improving. Somehow, I felt my new job would provide me what I was looking for. Hahahaha...I was quite spot-on as my first week was terribly hectic! Had to help-out with an international expo at PWTC and learn to co-ordinate my company's Action Profit Club meeting for business owners. It's kinda an exclusive club for business owners only, so it was pretty cool to be given the opportunity to attend. Lots more to do and lots of area I can grow and improve as an individual. Thank God for blessing me with this job even in such a short span of time. However, my first week would have been much better enjoyed if I wasn't down with the triple combo (flu, fever, sorethroat). On an interesting note, this is an Australian company as well. So, that makes it two Aussie companies I've already worked for. Interesting....

Finally did something I've been meaning to do ever since I started working...which was to sponsor a child from World Vision. Was so excited to go and collect details of my sponsored child and see his/her picture (hahahahaha....like a dad seeing his child for the first time). The office asked me whether I wanted a boy/girl and I said whichever...never really mattered to me. So, my sponsor child's name is Nikolaus, Martius Loverdius (pretty awesome name!!!) from Indonesia and only 8 years old. It felt really good to be able to sponsor this kid and use some of my hard-earned working money for a greater purpose other than buying working clothes, paying bills...etc. Was also reading some background about his village. Just imagine, how much we spend a day equals to what they earn per month and how much we earn per month equals to how much they earn per year. It's really sad and heartbreaking to see the lines of separation between the poor and the rich. I never wanna take for granted the blessings I have in my life; the food on my table, the clothes I wear and the roof above my head. Thank You Lord for all these things and more, even the opportunity to be able to sponsor this child and make a difference in his life.

If any of you ever have the time and don't know what to do/read, checkout Worldvision. Go ahead and make a difference in someone's lives...and it doesn't cost much as well!!! Anyways, will post pics of my sponsored child soon. Work's been hectic lately. Lastly, wanna wish all the best to my buddies out there who are having their finals!!! Take it easy peeps and God Bless! Kinda forget what you people are going through.....ahahahahahah. JJ.