When Extraordinary Things Happen to Ordinary People

"Walking home with his eyes half-closed one evening after a hard day's work, he was dreaming of what he could do if he were rich. As he walked his foot struck against a leather pouch filled with what seemed to him to be small stones. Absentmindedly he picked up the pouch and began throwing the pebbles into the water. "When I am a rich man," he said to himself, "I'll have a large house". And he threw another pebble into the river. He threw another one and thought, "My wife and I will have servants and rich food, and many fine things". And this went on until just one stone was left. As he held it in his hand, a ray of light caught it and made it sparkle. He then realised that is was a valuable gem. He had been throwing away the real riches in his hand, while he dream of unreal riches in the future." 

This story summarises the situation of many Christians. We have been given everything we need or could want, it has been placed in our hands, and we have been invited to enjoy it. But for some reason we do not look into our hands, we do not take what God has given us, and actually use it. Instead we dream of the day when we will be richly blessed, we dream of the day when the joy of the banquet will be ours.


Sometimes I sit in front of my laptop pondering how do I come across so many meaningful stories at the right moment. Some people I know can go days without typing a word. Some can't find inspiration no matter how hard they try. I tell you this, God greatest desire is for us to see a clear picture of Him. Even if you do not believe in the Bible, he will make you see Him clearly, find His love irresistible in so many ways; songs, stories or a simple conversation.


Sometimes His voice speaks through the scriptures, such as those of David and Goliath, Ruth and Boaz etc. Some of these stories teach us how to handle the troubles we face each day. Others fill us with hope and peace. Each of them is like a personal letter from God to you. If you find the short stories I share touching, pick up the Bible and flip through a few pages. I don't expect you to read it all and understand it immediately, but I strongly believe there will be a passage in there that will speak to you. Trust me when I say this book has always been His voice talking personally to anyone who is willing to read and hear. Do not fear, open your mind and listen to God's practical advice and encouragement through the parables, promises and warnings. Practise applying it in our lives today.


Today Pastor presented a great sermon on Mark 2:1-12 Jesus Heals Spiritual Paralysis. To summarise everything Gods looking for people bringing, crowd pushing, wall climbing, roof trashing, party crashing, attention grabbing, miracle demanding believers!


I went home and it got me thinking on the extraordinary things that God had made it happen to my life. I should probably start writing down a list of stuff I am thankful for, I may run out of paper or ink.


People I came across in life always said that I am very special person, an incredible friend, there is something different about me. But as I climb into bed every night saying my prayers I know I am just an average person living an ordinary life. Because I have so much faith, I wake up in the morning with an extraordinary mindset. Success  and happiness comes from the inside out. You must know by now that the inside can be shaped from the outside. External collaboration derives from an internal motivation. Success is a state of mind. An inner game where the only way you can become extraordinary is to allow your mind to be elevated by others.


Just remember this ...


God loves us even when we choose to reject His love. In those times He allows us to walk away into the life of our own choices. Yet He is still there, always ready to redeem us from the results of our decisions.


Jesus is the one who never changes in a universe that always does. Jesus is Creator, Sustainer, Saviour, Friend, God's Son, and God Himself!


Eternal life, peace, purpose, forgiveness, transforming grace, hope: Everything He promises is ours, because He's offering it and He's shown we can trust Him to do exactly as He promises. Accept His gifts, and you immediately become an active part of His family, and He joyfully becomes part of yours.

Marilyn: Her Life in Her Own Words

“This life is what you make it. 

No matter what, you're going to mess up sometimes, it's a universal truth. 

But the good part is you get to decide how you're going to mess it up. Girls will be your friends - they'll act like it anyway. But just remember, some come, some go. The ones that stay with you through everything - they're your true best friends. 

Don't let go of them. Also remember, sisters make the best friends in the world. As for lovers, well, they'll come and go too. And babe, I hate to say it, most of them - actually pretty much all of them are going to break your heart, but you can't give up because if you give up, you'll never find your soul mate. You'll never find that half who makes you whole and that goes for everything. Just because you fail once, doesn't mean you're gonna fail at everything. Keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don't, then who will, sweetie? So keep your head high, your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life's a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about.”

Sharing some interesting quotes from Marilyn Monroe, Marilyn: Her Life in Her Own Words

“We are all of us stars, and we deserve to twinkle.” 

“The nicest thing for me is sleep, then at least I can dream.” 

“Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.” 

“I don't know who invented high heels, but all women owe him a lot!” 

“It's better to be unhappy alone than unhappy with someone.” 

"If you can make a girl laugh, you can make her do anything."

“She was a girl who knew how to be happy even when she was sad. 

And that’s important—you know” 

“I don't mind living in a man's world, as long as I can be a woman in it.” 

“The real lover is the man who can thrill you by kissing your forehead or smiling into your eyes or just staring into space.” 

“I am good, but not an angel. I do sin, but I am not the devil. I am just a small girl in a big world trying to find someone to love.” 

“It's often just enough to be with someone. I don't need to touch them. Not even talk. A feeling passes between you both. You're not alone.” 

“Success makes so many people hate you. I wish it wasn't that way. It would be wonderful to enjoy success without seeing envy in the eyes of those around you.” 

“I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best.” 

“Hollywood is a place where they'll pay you a thousand dollars for a kiss and fifty cents for your soul. I know, because I turned down the first offer often enough and held out for the fifty cents.” 

“You never know what life is like, until you have lived it.” 

“We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets.” 

“Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about.” 

“I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” 

Wounds will heal but Scars are Forever

We all know wounds causes pain

But pain is only temporary

Wounds will heal but Scars are forever

How long do scars take to heal?

How can I get rid of scars completely?

Do I really want to remove the scars? 

Should I keep the scars as a reminder? 

Can old scars really heal?

This is the topic I have should have address when I first met both A(s) back in June 22

The three of us were allocated into the same group for the night.

Last night during prayer I raised my hand and asked A to pray for my healing 

This is the second time she prayed for me

The first time she touch me (during prayer), she pull me aside and told me that her holy spirit could see scars and that it made her tremble. I could see her a little bit pale, confuse and cold. I felt really bad to have put her at this state that night. She prayed for me in tongues. I did not understand her but I could feel a very strong energy flowing as she continue blowing into my hands as I held up it up in front of me (as though she is blowing a candle out)

Three months flew past quickly, she approached me and whisper into my ears that she could still see the scars inside me during the prayer. She is clueless about the scars but sincerely prayed that the Scars on My Soul would one day be healed. I look back into her eyes and said thank you (with a smile).

Does she see scars when touching certain people or was this a message from God?

This event got me thinking a lot about people lately (looking back at my past)

About the good people I've met and the bad ones.

Those that wished to destroy me or unintentionally hurt me. 

All have left scars on my soul.

I have to agree with Dexter when he said "Who does not have scars in life?"

I just need to acknowledge and accept the scars. Learned from my mistake and grow stronger.

It surprises me that A can see my deepest pain. There is a strong spiritual connection.

You can't judge a person without knowing them first right?

It would be different if those words came from P or S cause we have support each other during happy and sad moments, basically knowing me inside out.

(Mind you, I don't break down easily in front of anyone)

Now let us remember Sept 11
as ten years quickly pass us by


You can rebuild a city, change the skyline
But scars remain forever
"There is something beautiful, the nature of scars.

A scar means the hurt is over;
the wound is closed and healed." (Harry Crews)

Here are some Healing Quotes (found online) to bring a dose of Comfort to Your Soul (to those who are reading this)

Sometimes we hurt. Sometimes our hearts ache. Sometimes we cry out in pain.

In your quest to heal and recover from the hurts that are part of life, you may be seeking for words of inspiration to guide you in times of sorrow.

Reasons might not make sense during periods of intense pain and suffering, and yet when given time and compassion, the sorrow would somehow lessen in intensity.

Getting in touch with nature during times of hurt is very soothing for the soul.
(trust me it does works, get out of bed and go to the nearest park or beach)

And sometimes we have to go from one extreme before we can end up at the other end. As Marcel Proust points out, "We are healed of a suffering only by experiencing it in full."

Usually when you've hit the lowest point, the only thing that can happen is an upswing to the road of recovery.

A lot of people say they want to get out of pain, and I'm sure that's true,
but they aren't willing to make healing a high priority.
They aren't willing to look inside to see the source of their pain in order to deal with it.
-- Lindsay Wagner

All healing is first a healing of the heart.
-- Carl Townsend

Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.
-- Helen Keller

Eventually you will come to understand that love heals everything, and love is all there is.
-- Gary Zukav

Forgiving does not erase the bitter past. A healed memory is not a deleted memory.
Instead, forgiving what we cannot forget creates a new way to remember.
We change the memory of our past into a hope for our future.
-- Lewis B. Smedes

Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.
-- Hippocrates

Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn't you
 - all of the expectations, all of the beliefs - and becoming who you are.
-- Rachel Naomi Remen

Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.
-- Tori Amos

Healing yourself is connected with healing others.
-- Yoko Ono

Humor is healing.
-- Brad Garrett

I have a couple of girlfriends who are like, healing. We take care of each other.
They know when I need to be taken care of.
-- Maggie Gyllenhaal

I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity.
It's something we are all touched by.
No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music.
-- Billy Joel

(Listen to your favourite songs or any songs on the radio
start humming along, release your voice)
Music is free, learn and heal.

I've experienced several different healing methodologies over the years
- counselling, self-help seminars, and I've read a lot
- but none of them will work unless you really want to heal.
-- Lindsay Wagner

Live your life from your heart. Share from your heart.
And your story will touch and heal people's souls.
-- Melody Beattie

Love one another and help others to rise to the higher levels, simply by pouring out love.
Love is infectious and the greatest healing energy.
-- Sai Baba

The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.
-- Hubert H. Humphrey

We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity.
We need to give each other space so that we may both give and
receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, healing, and inclusion.
-- Max de Pree

"In every community, there is work to be done.
In every nation, there are wounds to heal.
In every heart, there is the power to do it."
-- Marianne Williamson

One of the most valuable things we can do to heal one another is listen to
each other's stories."
-- Rebecca Falls

"Tears are God's gift to us. Our holy water. They heal us as they flow."
-- Rita Schiano, from "Sweet Bitter Love"

"There are hurts so deep that one cannot reach them or heal them with words."
-- Kate Seredy

"When you can't remember why you're hurt, that's when you're healed."
-- Jane Fonda

Wedding Date

It all started on 09-09-09 

Suddenly picking The Wedding Date - time of year is crucial among my friends

JK 20-09-2009 @ Ripponlea Estate 

~ Garden Wedding ~

SY 03-10-2009 @ The Crowne Plaza Grand Ball Room (bridesmaid) 

~ Mid-Autumn Festival Wedding ~

DT 12-12-2010 @ Stones of the Yarra Valley (usher) 

~ Winery Wedding ~

SL 20-03-2010 @ Penang Island

HQ 18-06-2011 @ Kemaman (sadly was not able to attend the reunion)

PG 11-11-2011 @ Waterfront Station Pier, Port Melbourne

I wonder who is the lucky couple up next for 12-12-12?