Wan Azizah quits, Anwar to contest

PKR president Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail has quit as Permatang Pauh Member of Parliament to make way for husband Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to contest in a by-election. She handed her resignation letter to Parliament Speaker Tan Sri Pandikar Amin Mulia today.

Eumora on a review blog!

Eumora has been reviewed on http://ashopaholicsden.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2008-07-28T18%3A54%3A00%2B08%3A00&max-results=15
Check it out.

Introducing Eumora Facial Bar

Just wanna intro a facial product to you. Meng Hong's cousin's company manufactures beauty and healthcare products. And Meng Hong is helping his cousin in the business.

Currently the company's best selling facial product is the Eumora. Details of it is as stated below. Personally have started using it and it's been working (after trying numerous other things) so thought I'd share with you.

EUMORA

Eumora is a beauty facial bar combining the detoxifying properties of tiefenmoor enhanced with H-ma (microalgae) factor, created with top European biotechnology.

5 benefits of the Eumora bar are:

• Firms, lifts & put shines on the face.
• Reduces & closes up big facial pores.
• Removes free radicals & toxins from your face & hair & replenishes them with the right nutrients.
• Saves on toner, cleanser, shampoo, shaving cream, etc.
• Enhances facial complexion, very potent & shows significant improvement after using it a few times.

More info on MOOR

Eumore is made with "Tiefen or Deep Moor" from Austria, a rare form of nutrient-rich peat which was formed during the Ice Age.

In the 16th Century, the famous alchemist Paracelsus, described Moor as the "Quinta Essentia Vitae" which he believed was the elixir of life.

Hundreds of herbs, organic compounds, trace elements, plant hormones, natural antibiotics, & other biologically active matter combine to produce one of nature's miracles, the thick rich Moor.

The synergy of these natural organic substances gives the Deep Moor its "miracle" therapuetic, rejuvenating qualities, one of nature's most potent therapuetic and detoxifying substances.

The Moor's benefits are:-

• it penetrates the skin easily, re-establishing the skin's natural pH balance, & increasing its flow of blood to the skin.
• the skin is detoxified, purified, toned and revitalized by soluble organic & inorganic nutirents.
• its clinically tested & found to be naturally hypoallergic & to be able to harmonise with & benefit any skin type, eliminating the need for many different types of cream.

H-ma benefits are:-

• actively heals and protects.
• penetrates deeply and hydrates continuously.
• most complete nutritional value on earth.
• allows high permeatibility and fast absorption.
• clears external irritants and pollutions.

The Company's website is http://www.esabee.biz .

Kindly find the website for checking the Eumora facial bar notification:

http://www.bpfk.gov.my/Search/Search_product.asp

Pls type Eumora under Product Search and click on Search button.

The company name is the name of our manufacturer.

The reason why the product may seem a little more high end is because of the ingrdients being imported from Austria. But actually if you think about it, it's worth it la. I went to Leonard Drake and it cost me RM256 per session and when I inquired about the products I need to purchase for my face to be better, the calculation came up to RM1k plus. So this amount is still bearable especially if it results in improvement.

The company also has fibre stuff, etc. But so far this is the best seller in Msia.

Though I'd share cos personally found it was good. It all started cos I was having bad bad skin and Mhong was looking out for stuff for me to try and since his counsin is in this line hence he bought one for me and I do see improvements. So because I beleive in it as well as want to help Mhong and the cousin, I am promoting and selling the product.

If you're interested, please do let me know.

Thanks.

A random tag....

you're really upset, whose the first guy you go to?

erm...meng hong....cos he's my best friend.

if someone liked you right now, would you want them to tell you?

If it's not meng hong, then better not. I am going to be married soon and no random person coming up to me saying that they like me is gonna change that.

does it matter to you if your boyfriend/girlfriend smokes?

yes, it matters to me. i will not marry or date a smoker. period.

what's something you MUST do before you die?

tour europe with my hubby.

when is the last time you went out of the country and where?

the year before last. went to england.

who was your last received call from?

manja boy aka meng hong.

what are you doing tonight?

hopefully get a good night's sleep. the weekend was totally exhausting.

what are you looking forward to?

getting married to meng hong and being on my honeymoon and the ever after =)

have you ever been on a roller coaster?

a real mini one which i already could not stand so never again.

do you care what others think about you?

only the ones who matter significantly to me and if their basis of opinion is valid. if not, then guess it does not count or rather should not count.

do you take showers at night?

yes.

name the best person who could cheer you up?

(1) Meng Hong
(2) Joyce Eu
(3) Li Ann
(4) Meng Yoe
(5) Kenneth
(6) AJ

have you been to New York City?

i cant remember whether i have...hmmm....

who is the last person you added to your contacts list in your phone?

amy....my wedding dresses designer and tailor.

what is the name of your cousin's best friend?

my same age gal cousin's bestie is ivy.

what did you do yesterday?

church, visit vivian and newborn baby, home, church, badminton, dinner, shower, sleep.

whose house did you last go to?

my parents aka the one i live in.

what is the last movie you watched?

over her dead body.

do you believe that you can change someone?

i believe God can use me as an agent of change.

what are you going to do after you do this survey?

really start working.

Ok.....back to work! Have a great week everyone.

Of petrol and its increase

Extracted from The Star (05.06.08):

The Government announced yesterday an increase in petrol and diesel prices, stating that it can no longer continue to subsidise fuel.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said the new prices were still at a 30-sen per litre discount from market prices.

In other words, if the market price is RM3 per litre, Malaysians will be charged RM2.70 at the pump. He said the price would be adjusted monthly based on the global oil price".

Guess I am not the only one that is displeased with the situation and turn of events.
There is more to say about this....But ultimately, we need to trust God that He will preserve us whom He has called to stay in this nation to be a testimony. Though I may not understand all that happens, I know Youre in control.

Combined Cell Outreach

Aj, Meng Hong and my cell group organized a combined cell outreach to Sg Pelek. Altogether there were 58 of us out of which there were 37 visitors (ranging from kids to teenagers to college peeps).

It was a really fun time to get to know the new people as well as enjoying the place.

Some pics for the record.







It was indeed a great day. Thank God for beautiful weather, mothers who helped us cook the food, the host family as well as members who worked hard in inviting their friends....ooooo and also our friends who helped out by driving us there.

Can't wait till the Young Adults' cell trip =)

Betrayal

Betrayal, a form of deception or dismissal of prior presumptions, is the breaking or violation of a presumptive social contract (trust, or confidence) that produces moral and psychological conflict within a relationship amongst individuals, between organizations or between individuals and organizations. Often betrayal is the act of supporting a rival group, or it is a complete break from previously decided upon or presumed norms by one party from the others.

I felt the same feeling, maybe not in the same intensity as before, but yes, it was the same feeling, when I realize that the person we have been trying to guide did the above to me. It was then when I knew that I could no longer guide him under such pretense. I should have trusted my instinct and not allow it to happen. Never again.

Giving All You've Got

"I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she has out of her poverty, put in everything - all she had to live on." Mark 12v43-44

What mythological creature am I?

You Are a Mermaid

You are a total daydreamer, and people tend to think you're flakier than you actually are. While your head is often in the clouds, you'll always come back to earth to help someone in need. Beyond being a caring person, you are also very intelligent and rational. You understand the connections of the universe better than almost anyone else.

What Mythological Creature Are You?

reasons for my smile

I suppose it varies for different people. I went to the washroom earlier and smiled. While peeing, I was amused of the things that make me smile hence this post.

• Meng Hong - of course, he does annoy me sometimes but guess it's also vice versa. But most of the time, he makes me smile.
  
• My family - goodness sometimes I think my family is insane.
  
• My bluff family - my brothers are super different. We have the uncool ones ie Kenneth and Min Ser and the cool ones ie Meng Yoe and Joshua. Soon the uncool ones will be shifting to different states. Sigh, we're gonna miss them.
  
• Toilet paper in the toilet......I get thoroughly annoyed when there isn't any toilet paper in the washrooms.
• People who stand up for what is right. I mean alot of people I know more or less are able to distinguish right from wrong but not many have the guts to stand up for it. Huge difference.
  
• Nice looking muffins. Not that I really fancy eating them but they are nice to look at la.
  
• BMW =)
• Bubbles
• Tons of huggies.
  
• Money $$$$$
• Sophie Eu - Had her since I was 4 years old until now. She will always be my favorite soft toy. My confidant and the one and only soft toy that has been with me throughout my years of growing up.
• Stinky Eu - my late boaster. Went through Euthanasia as a result of my mother saying that my boaster had an incurable tumor cos its wool was coming out. Sigh. and he did not get a proper burial or ceremony. May you rest in peace.
  
• Chocolate banana milkshake.
  
• Potatoes.
  
• Li-Ann.....my best friend since Form 1. I can still remember the time we ran like mad gals down the lane cos we thought we saw a flasher. We have been through much of which one blog post cant say it all.
  
• Junie & Pritam - my college pals....the ones who went up and down for me getting my coffee and fries, and searching for me around the college, always ensuring I was ok and believing in me that I would be better.
  
• The sight and sound of water.
  
• A nice cup of coffee.
  
• The colour pink.
• My engagement ring - never fails to lighten up my day knowing I will soon be Meng Hong's wife.
  
• My animal comforter - mum bought it for me when I was 10 years old. I still have it and sleep with it. It has also wiped many of tears.
  
• When I have double eye-lids.
  
• Pillow fights.
• Japanese food.
• Italian food.
• Holidays.
  
• Snow.

Guess there are many more but these are the things I thought of today. I am truly blessed.

Thanks, God. Love ya.

Celebrating Meng's birthday

The 9th of March was indeed a significant day. Not only was BN denied 2/3 majority, DAP took over Penang, it was also Meng Hong's birthday.

Organised a surprise birthday party held at my home. Close friends from 365 and YA attended. Actually the fact that DAP took over Penang was a good gift already (according to the birthday boy) so the party was a bonus.


We had tons to eat from spaghetti, to lasagna to roast chicken. Had caramel pudding and jelly cheesacake as dessert.

Overall a great time of fellowship. Always good to celebrate life, don't you think.

A shot of the gang that came, compliments from dad the official photographer.


Thanks for coming, peeps.

Happenings of late

Well to say that there have been much updates in the last few months would be putting it mildly.

Proposal
It started out a pretty ordinary day. Went to work and then I remembered some time in the afternoon that I needed to buy some pressies for some friends, so called by and asked him whether it was ok if he picked me up from office and we head to One Utama for a light dinner and some shopping. After we bought our stuff, we headed home.

When turning into the road where my house was situated, he asked whether we could go for a walk at the park near my place. So that's what we did. We barely walked then we sat on a bench and chatted. Funny thing was he kept on and on about how we have shared much memories together and been through alot. All of a sudden he gets up and I distinctively remember punching his tummy and asking him to sit down and chat properly. Then he replied, "No, I don't want to sit down. I want to kneel down". That is when he proposed. Needless to say, I said yes.

Meng Hong is right. We have been through much together. Raising a younger brother of 14 years, saving money for our future home of 3 (him, me and his bro), church life, family responsibilities, career advancements/ crap, etc. It's gonna be more and more challenging and exciting as time goes by, I guess.

Promotion
Results of promotion came out on 30.08.07. Still remember feeling anxious and also psyching myself to remain unmoved if in the event I do not get the promotion. Anyway, took the official letter and went down to meet Meng Hong @ San Fran Coffee. Opened it and tada.....promoted to Assistant Manager at last! For those of you who know what has been happening in the last few months, you would know that it felt almost like hell was personified in a person.

Progress
Guess being in a new role, both at work and in the relationship, has pushed me to look at life in a different perspective. I am not only going to be someone's wife, I am also in a position to influence my juniors' work life balance. I also have a clearer picture of how much my partners mean what they say. Technically, I am also challenged to keep abreast with the ongoing developments in the accounting standards hence the abovementioned subtitle of "Progress".

On a physical note - I just turned 26 years old/ young. Guess this is also progress =)

Penang
Went up to Penang in October to visit MH's grandmas and also Meng Chern. Had a blast over there just pigging out and watching tele. Can't wait till the next pig out session.

Promise
Last Sunday, while driving to locate my client's office, we saw a rainbow in the sky. Firstly just like a blot of spectrum and shortly after that the full blown, clear rainbow. I am reminded of His promise toward us. He is truly a God of Wonders.

Pursuit
The year is almost over! And I am on my way in pursuit of greater things ahead.


Less than a year away from the BIG DAY!

P.S. I Love You

Just finished reading Cecilia Ahern's "P.S.I love you". In between tears, rubbing of eyes and nose blowing, I was and am reminded that some things do last forever.

The story is about a young widow who had just lost her husband to brain tumor. Her husband had left her a stack of letters, one letter for each month till the end of the year. Each month there was a short note from him as well as instructions for the lady. One of which was to sing in a karaoke. Another was to get a job as she had previously resigned to care for him when he was ill. The last letter was telling her to not be afraid to fall in love again.

I have never lost a husband before, but I do know the feeling of losing someone you love. And the pain seems to be there forever. However, it is at moments like these, that I am gently reminiscent of a simple truth. To appreciate the ones you love now......and not leave it to another time or another day.

Last night, the family went out for dinner to celebrate my parents 27th wedding anniversary. Looking at them made me smile.....glad that they are so committed to each other. Truly their commitment has been a source of strength to the stability of the family.

Today was an extremely pleasant evening. Had dinner with Jus, AJ, my sis and Mengs. And my sweetheart gave me a pleasant surprise. He gave me the below.

Thanks, dear....for being so sweet as always.
P.S. I love you.

Success

Success

"To laugh often and much
to win the respect
of intelligent people
and the affection of children;
to earn the appreciation
of honest critics and endure
the betrayal of false friends;
to appreciate beauty,
to find the best in others;
to leave the world
a bit better, whether
by a healthy child,
a garden patch
or a redeemed social condition;
to know even one life
has breathed easier
because you have lived.
That is to have succeeded."

--Ralph Waldo Emerson

NECF MALAYSIA'S RESPONSE TO THE LINA JOY JUDGEMENT

NECF Malaysia is gravely disappointed by and dissatisfied with the Federal Court's dismissal of Lina Joy's appeal.First of all, the Federal Court's decision does not uphold the constitutional safeguard of freedom of religion. It is a person's fundamental right to profess a religion of her own choice free from compulsion or interference by the state or its institutions. Freedom of religion under the Federal Constitution can only be restrained where a person acts contrary to any general law affecting public order, public health or morality. Therefore, it defies all logic that Lina Joy's freedom to profess and exercise a faith of her own choice can be subject to administrative barrier in the NRD refusing to effect a change to her religious status except upon the order of the Syariah Court.

The foundational principle of supremacy of the Constitution over all other laws must be upheld.
NECF Malaysia is also deeply dismayed that the majority decision of the highest court has failed to bring about resolution to the present interfaith issues. By insisting that a person who no longer professes the religion of Islam but has embraced another religion to seek an order of the Syariah Court is equivalent to insisting that a muallaf (a convert from a non-Islamic religion who has chosen to profess Islam) who has attained the age of majority is obliged to seek the clearance of the religious leaders or authority of his former religion. Mutual respect and tolerance surely cannot be fostered without due regard to the principle of reciprocity.
In affirming the decision of the Court of Appeal, the Federal Court has perpetuated a most unfair and untenable position for Lina Joy and others in a similar dilemma. They now cannot enjoy the full rights as citizens as they are trapped in a religion which they no longer profess and are unable to lawfully marry, have children and live in accordance with the values, precepts and practices of the religion of their choice.

Finally, NECF Malaysia is extremely concerned that the Lina Joy case demonstrates the highest civil court retreating in the face of the relentless onslaught on their position as the third institution in a democratic system of government. In the hierarchy of the judiciary, the Federal Court is vested the judicial power of the Federation.

In this case, the judiciary has unfortunately failed to play its most important role of being both the guardians and interpreters of our Constitution. As an institution above the fray of politics, it is the only institution that can neutrally and without partisan considerations decide the serious issues raised in the Lina Joy case. It is constrained only by true and loyal allegiance to the rule of law and the supremacy of the Constitution, the twin pillars of our Rukunegara.

In the civil court's abdicating its judicial power in religious matters on the basis of Article 121 (IA) of the Constitution, the Federal Court is placing undue stress and strain on the government to legislate or amend related laws when the due exercise of its judicial power as interpreter of the Constitution would have brought about a fair and just resolution to the issues.

While the country has undergone a significant shift towards "islamization" since the 1980s, the proclamation of Malaysia as an Islamic country in 2001, though a political expediency, has had considerable psychological impact and further polarized Malaysian citizens of different ethnic and religious backgrounds. Religious vigilantism has been heightened among not only the religious ones, but also the bureaucrats. Administrative actions whether in policies or laws are being implemented without scrupulous regard to the requirements of the policies or laws but with the imposition of syariah rules and requirements. For example, non-Muslim police women are to wear Muslim headscarves for the annual parade. The happenings in recent years are indeed grave concerns. Among others, there are religious authorities breaking up families in the name of religion, the custody tussles between a non-Muslim parent and a Muslim parent, and public morality based on the principles of a particular religion.

The Christian community acknowledges the special position of Islam as the State religion for ceremonial purposes, and recognizes the application of Islamic family laws to those professing the religion of Islam in areas outlined in the Federal Constitution. We uphold the sanctity of the Malaysian Constitution as the supreme law of the land, and it is our hope that the Prime Minister, who has publicly declared to be the Prime Minister of all Malaysians, would fulfill his promises to establish a clean, just, harmonious and prosperous nation.

The decision of the Federal Court sets a landmark example of making legal judgement based on religious sentiment and thus inadvertently disregarding the fundamental right of an individual to profess and practice the religion of his or her choice. In the light of this, NECF Malaysia urges all Christian leaders to encourage their congregations to set aside time, both corporately and privately, to pray for our nation as a whole, in the next few weeks and months. Let us bring to God these matters of extreme gravity and urgency, and humbly ask Him to intervene so that truth, righteousness and godliness will prevail in our land.

The very basic structure of our nation, our institutions, our Constitution and the Rukunegara must remain the solid rock on which Malaysia will continue to prosper and stand tall among the community of nations, and on which all Malaysians strive and thrive together as a multiracial, multicultural and multi-religious society. Let us, the concerned citizens of Malaysia, exercise our rights to make a good decision at the right place and at the right platform.
. Issued on 1 June 2007 .

Note:
NECF - National Evangelical Christian Fellowship (Website: www.necf.org.my)

unfairly treated

i realised how unreasonable she is when i had to explain to her why my junior needed to visit her father's grave last Sunday, instead of work.

That's when it hit rock bottom that this woman is heartless and the only way I am going to survive this was either to suffer in silence or resign.

Where is God when I really need Him?

Friday Bliss

It's finally Friday!!!

Ironically, I was just mentioning to Justin how fast these last few months have passed. It's just been like a major roller coaster ride for me, especially during my audit experience in MISC. However with every apparently unpleasant experience, there is always something to thank the Lord for. I had one of my staff who was not just not performing but seriously always missing in action resulting in nights before the actual deliverables deadline, the team had to spend close to 24 hours at the client's place finishing their work. That was just the beginning of more horrors to come.

Through this experience, I am reminded again of how important it is to know your values and stick to them. Guess the last few months, it has been tough to make a stand at work to be able to go for church events and be competent at church.

Last week on the Friday night which I was suppose to be at the healing rally, I had arrived in office at 6am, as I did the days before, to finish my work. I told my manager I would sacrifice Friday night if she allowed me to go for the seminar on Saturday. Guess what time I finished work? 7am on Sat morning. I have never been so drained out. I was both hungry and sleepy by the time I'd arrived home. Thank God for Jus and baby cos they came to office and were waiting for me to finish in the wee hours of the morning. Jus brought baby so baby could drive my car back home.










Tonight is Tung Ling grad. I must go. The people that matter to me are graduating.



God give me favor.

Just thot I would try it =P

You Are Somewhat Mature

You definitely act like an adult sometimes, but a big part of you is still a kid at heart. While your immature side is definitely fun, you're going to have to grow up sooner or later.

Are You Immature?

The aftermaths of screwed up transportation

This morning...to say I was pissed is to put it rather mildly. Last night, I was asked by Daniel whether I could lend my car to Yoyo so he could fetch people to Mentari. Fastforward to this morning....I was told by Meng Hong that the car is going to MMU. Meng Hong had always wanted to teach me the way to MMU so I would know the way so I quickly buzz Meng Yoe and told him I would take the load from MMU. It would be easier cos as soon as I'd dropped the guys off at church, I could go and grab Eunice, Noel and Intan for church (whom are always conveniently forgotten on Sundays by the transport arrangers. sigh).

The usual routine is I would have an early breakie with Meng Hong before we head out to fetch people so that didn't change today. I must say in the short span of half an hour or less, Meng Hong must have had close, if not, 10 phone calls, changing/ enhancing the transportation plans. So effectively I must have spoken 5 sentences to Meng Hong throughout the whole entire breakie.

Summary of the enhancement of "this" whole transportation plan is this....I was no longer required meaning I woke up early for nothing. Mind you, I have been averaging a good midnight and the week before I was averaging 3am-5am to leave my client's place to reach home and nap for awhile before I head out to work. So you can imagine I did not take it too kindly that the boys were "enhancing" the plan in such a short span of time.

After breakie, Meng Hong left for MMU. I parked my car by a playground I usually go to when I need some breathing space to think. I sat there.....fuming mad. Guess I am upset with the fact that how "convenient" it is for some to be "disorganised" in this area involving others when in fact if it were something they had to do in secular, it would be perfectly done way before time.

I thought about how much I have begun to hate Saturday nights/ Sunday mornings because of the changes that are constantly made. My dad once said that if someone willingly did something foolish, it is the person who asked him to do it the first place's fault. However, the second time the person does it again, then the person has himself to blame.

Today Louisa shared about how with the growth in 365, there will be a growing need for transportation. I so wanted to laugh an evil laugh but refrained from being seen as rebellious. I guess deep down I know that there are very few who are willing to travel to the far off lands.

Note: For the above, I am grateful and proud of Justin and Meng Hong cos gosh....MMU and Cheras are always theirs. Now I am OUG and my sis always get sent to Mentari to fetch a bunch of guys. Yippee!!!! to great planning.

Back to what Louisa was sharing. Guess deep down I knew the need in 365 is growing. Actually alot of needs are popping out everywhere.

I am determined to see something happen within the secondary school group. I have to say that I believe that the ground is harder due to parental objection and I hate to say this but the kids actually have manners so don't particularly jump at every opportunity to eat so it's not as easy to get them to come to church for makan as the college students.

Sometimes I feel like I am fighting for resources for the younger kids with AJ alone. I must think. What would make the younger ones tick? Any ideas, please feel free to share.

Am I like what my name means?

What Grace Eu Swee Leng Means

G is for Glorious R is for Radiant A is for Adaptable C is for Chic E is for Energetic E is for Earthy U is for Upbeat S is for Smooth W is for Wild E is for Earthy E is for Excellent L is for Lively E is for Extreme N is for Naughty G is for Gutsy

What Does Your Name Mean?