Busy as a BBee.
Warning: impossibly long post.
31 May 2007, i printed the appointment letters for 2 new lieutenants and an acting captain.
1 June 2007, the vicar of our sponsoring authority, St. Faith's Church, signed the letter of appointment for Micheal Chai, the new captain of 3rd Kuching Company. Finally, after a year of dreaming, thinking and praying (not in any particular order), i've stepped down as captain of said company. God has indeed heard my prayers for an able replacement. Little did i know, it would be Micheal who came to us some years back branded as a problematic Boy by his previous company (which shall remain unnamed). He himself told me recently that he, "had a lot of problems then" until he allowed God in to sort it out. Micheal wears his heart on his sleeve and he's honest, creative and a go-getter. I am certain that he is the right guy for the 'job'.
Don't get me wrong, this doesn't mean that our two new LTs aren't as capable, just gifted differently. Franklin Simon is kind, caring and extremely thoughtful - he's also leading 18+Crossroads, our young people group. Perfect. Calvin Tarang is our gentle giant. He's firm, independent and upright- the reasons why he's on our parish's youth advisory committee as representative to the diocesan youth council. Different strokes for different folks.
When i first met these gentlemen, they were in Junior section and starting their 1st year in the Brigade. They were examplary NCOs who never faltered in their BB commitment YET did well in their studies - proving that if officers can help Boys see the need for balance AND help them achieve that balance, they will reap the fruits of success.
As for me, i'm revelling in my position as a humble LT - secretary for the company and for Sarawak Southern Region. A position which i've been ashamed of holding because of my inability to balance between church, company, work & region commitments. I am sorry to all those people i've let down. hopefully, i can do better after this prioritising exercise.ahem.
My prayer is that Micheal, Calvin and Frank will carry the dream to reality and continue our tradition of mentoring great NCO-student leaders in the calling of Jesus Christ.
BB Sarawak Camp 2007
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It's on and organising it is daunting. However, we've employed technology to shorten the Registration process and simplify the application approvals. campers need only to go to BB Southern Region's blog to sign-up in a 10 step type & click process. Simple.
'There Comes a Time' production
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Phew! We just finished the performance of the play last night to a sold-out auditorium. The first local play in English to be produced by an amateur cast & crew. it touched the heartstrings of many people of the older age group as it dealt with the issue of rural-urban migration of Sarawak native groups, resulting in the death of many longhouses, villages and traditions. It also dealt with people in rural areas chasing the city dream then realising that it's no dream but a nightmare instead. A sad but necessary tale to tell.
James Brodie (Thomian 1967) did exceedingly well as the Tuai Rumah (headman) while Rachael Lipson Timbang (Current Thomian 2007) carried Induan's character wonderfully. Induan is the Tuai Rumah's prospective daughter-in-law. His son, Janang was played by Cedric Chin (Current Thomian 2007). Linda directed the play and she was a ball of nerves before it began. At this time of posting, she has absolutely nothing on her mind.
Andee: Linda, what do you think we should do today?
Linda: huh..? wha...?
Andee: What you wanna do today?
Linda: sorry, not thinking. Brain not on. heh heh heh....
Andee: ?????
Have a wonderful weekend.
16 June 2007
25 May 2007
Rachael has got a wonderful blog on life and food. Her latest entry made my mouth water. The pictures of chocos in its different forms and sizes were just mind boggling!
I'm not a chocolate lover. Linda will tell you that. But i love the way how something as boring (looking) and colourless as chocolate could be moulded and 'splatted" into those wondrous creations.
It's the last day of Semester One in Malaysia and school break starts tomorrow. I haven't got any, though. It's work till school opens in June. Blargh!
What's new....
I'm not a chocolate lover. Linda will tell you that. But i love the way how something as boring (looking) and colourless as chocolate could be moulded and 'splatted" into those wondrous creations.
It's the last day of Semester One in Malaysia and school break starts tomorrow. I haven't got any, though. It's work till school opens in June. Blargh!
What's new....
24 May 2007
ST. THOMAS'S SECONDARY SCHOOL
presents
a play
by
PATRICK YEOH
based on the story
DEATH OF A LONGHOUSE
by
CECILIA ONG
entitled
THERE COMES A TIME
Directed by
ORLNDA S. NATHAN
in aid of the Sixth Form Building Project
A story about a man with dreams for his beloved longhouse, usurped by development and modernisation. It follows him on his journey through joy, disbelief, denial and finally, acceptance of having to move on with progress.
Although set within the context of the Iban culture, this play will affect everyone who had to move to the 'big city' in order to make a living and the sacrifices made in order to survive in this post-modern world.
CALLING ALL 'THOMIANS' Past and Present!
Come support the production of this play and give your old school a 'shot in the arm' by pledging and giving!
Student Matinee - 12 June 2007 7:30pm RM 5.00 (students must be in school uniform)
Gala Night - 16 June 2007 7:30pm RM 100.00, RM 50.00, RM 20.00
More information to follow...
presents
a play
by
PATRICK YEOH
based on the story
DEATH OF A LONGHOUSE
by
CECILIA ONG
entitled
THERE COMES A TIME
Directed by
ORLNDA S. NATHAN
in aid of the Sixth Form Building Project
A story about a man with dreams for his beloved longhouse, usurped by development and modernisation. It follows him on his journey through joy, disbelief, denial and finally, acceptance of having to move on with progress.
Although set within the context of the Iban culture, this play will affect everyone who had to move to the 'big city' in order to make a living and the sacrifices made in order to survive in this post-modern world.
CALLING ALL 'THOMIANS' Past and Present!
Come support the production of this play and give your old school a 'shot in the arm' by pledging and giving!
Student Matinee - 12 June 2007 7:30pm RM 5.00 (students must be in school uniform)
Gala Night - 16 June 2007 7:30pm RM 100.00, RM 50.00, RM 20.00
More information to follow...
21 May 2007
The Prime Minister of Malaysia, 5 minutes ago, announced that government employees will receive a pay increase of 35%-25% for Support Group Grades 1 - 29. Management & Professional Group Grades 41 and above will receive a 15% increase. Those in the Almighty and On-High Group (i.e. Directors and other Big Guns) will receive a 7.5% pay hike.
Hopefully, the traders, businessmen and wholesellers will not increase the price of goods in the country. NOT EVERYONE WORKS FOR THE GOVERNMENT!
Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi also mentioned that if prices were to increase, the business community would also lose out in terms of volume of sales,"Those who could not afford (before) will be able to (now). Those who could buy 1 would be able to buy more or more frequently. If they (the business community) increase their prices because of this (gov't employee pay increase), people would think twice before buying from them and they would lose potential buyers, not to mention hurting the nation in terms of contributing to the inflation rate."
I've gotten back to my bike (the pedal powered variety) and went mud riding along the very short trail next to where i live and work (same place). It ended in a clearing where future construction works may take place. Although i deplore mass jungle clearing, i understand the need to balance development and conservation. It's a secondary forest which used to be cultivated for farming. The pain lessens.
Even if they clear all the land around the school, we'd still have part of the jungle within our compound for conservation & education purposes. At least it will be a small haven for wildlife.
LINDA - she's counting down to her production dates. The stage is being built and the actors are getting excited. Let's hope for a good audience turn-out. THOMIANS from ST. THOMAS'S SCHOOL, KUCHING should come and support this effort to raise enough funds to build a new Sixth Form Block. Currently, the Lower Sixth Formers are floating around the school using whatever empty space they can find. St. Thomas's School is GROWING and they need help.
DAVID - He's learnt a new word and is using "you bet'cha!" for everything. Let's hope that it's just a phase. He's sleeping on his own now. Telling us that he's going to "Dodo" (short for TIDUR , malay for SLEEP) and pulls one of us along. Climbs into his cot and wishing all of us "G'night" before doing his usual jump, talk, sing routine and suddenly, before you even notice, he's asleep. No more carry, dance and pat. Good=no more sore shoulders. Bad=we're missing our daily cardio exercise=fat accumulation!
Weather's hot and sunny with patches of intermittent rain.
Thank you
Biby Cletus for leaving your comments on this blog.
BEN-Sent your form yet?
Hopefully, the traders, businessmen and wholesellers will not increase the price of goods in the country. NOT EVERYONE WORKS FOR THE GOVERNMENT!
Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi also mentioned that if prices were to increase, the business community would also lose out in terms of volume of sales,"Those who could not afford (before) will be able to (now). Those who could buy 1 would be able to buy more or more frequently. If they (the business community) increase their prices because of this (gov't employee pay increase), people would think twice before buying from them and they would lose potential buyers, not to mention hurting the nation in terms of contributing to the inflation rate."
I've gotten back to my bike (the pedal powered variety) and went mud riding along the very short trail next to where i live and work (same place). It ended in a clearing where future construction works may take place. Although i deplore mass jungle clearing, i understand the need to balance development and conservation. It's a secondary forest which used to be cultivated for farming. The pain lessens.
Even if they clear all the land around the school, we'd still have part of the jungle within our compound for conservation & education purposes. At least it will be a small haven for wildlife.
LINDA - she's counting down to her production dates. The stage is being built and the actors are getting excited. Let's hope for a good audience turn-out. THOMIANS from ST. THOMAS'S SCHOOL, KUCHING should come and support this effort to raise enough funds to build a new Sixth Form Block. Currently, the Lower Sixth Formers are floating around the school using whatever empty space they can find. St. Thomas's School is GROWING and they need help.
DAVID - He's learnt a new word and is using "you bet'cha!" for everything. Let's hope that it's just a phase. He's sleeping on his own now. Telling us that he's going to "Dodo" (short for TIDUR , malay for SLEEP) and pulls one of us along. Climbs into his cot and wishing all of us "G'night" before doing his usual jump, talk, sing routine and suddenly, before you even notice, he's asleep. No more carry, dance and pat. Good=no more sore shoulders. Bad=we're missing our daily cardio exercise=fat accumulation!
Weather's hot and sunny with patches of intermittent rain.
Thank you
Biby Cletus for leaving your comments on this blog.
BEN-Sent your form yet?
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