Everything in the world maintain a thin razor sharp edge of equal and opposite forces which keeps them in a stable state. (I believe this is Newton's First / Third Law).
This law I believe aptly also applies to the chaotic world of human relationships.
We always should be mindful of what to give and take in a relationship.
Whereupon a party decides to upset the balance, the state of the system goes to an unstable state and by Newton's laws, it will change the equation or the physics of the system to maintain a new stable state.
Sam
Sunday, September 09, 2007
Friday, July 27, 2007
Loan Cleared! And new hobby.
It is so wonderful...whilst the rest of Singapore are going crazy speculating with houses ... I went and redeemed my car loan and now MY HONDA IS TRULY MINE:) Even the log book is ORIGINAL :P
heh heh
Also, renovation loan with Wabe's company also ended. :)
The feeling of almost debt free is SO EXHILARATING :)
Few more years and even our house will be cleared ... WOO HOO!!
Bonus in Sep:) My god, this feels like the old days of dotcom .... BUT! lest we grew overconfident, remember the days of yore...
Economic cycle is shorter these days...we cannot depend on IR everything...
Truly the richest man is one who owes nothing and yearns nothing :)
Let me see if I am ultimately right....
BTW: Mountain biking is REALLY FUN.....will update more..
Sam
heh heh
Also, renovation loan with Wabe's company also ended. :)
The feeling of almost debt free is SO EXHILARATING :)
Few more years and even our house will be cleared ... WOO HOO!!
Bonus in Sep:) My god, this feels like the old days of dotcom .... BUT! lest we grew overconfident, remember the days of yore...
Economic cycle is shorter these days...we cannot depend on IR everything...
Truly the richest man is one who owes nothing and yearns nothing :)
Let me see if I am ultimately right....
BTW: Mountain biking is REALLY FUN.....will update more..
Sam
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Quatrain of Seven Steps - 七步诗
煮豆燃豆萁，
豆在釜中泣。
本是同根生，
相煎何太急?
Boiling the beans to create the soup,
filtering them to extract the juice.
The beanstalks were charred amidst the flames,
and of this the beans thus wailed:
"Borne are we of the same root, brothers two;
should you now burn me with such disregard?"
.............................................
When a man speaks, his eyes betray his intentions.
His actions define his generousity,
When you give to your God, do not be like the Pharisees who go about boasting of their "great" contributions.
Have you ever look back and have "conscience" ?
A wise man will speak in clear direct words.
Speaking in riddles do not mask thy shallowness of thoughts.
A simple monk sweeping floor can attain Enlightenment.
The time will come when you have to face a war.
Beware of the time when your shouts for help will go unheeded.
For such befits the evilness in the heart.
The wayward son can still go back....hearken! lest it grows short...
LET HE WHO HAVE EARS, LET HIM HEAR.
Sam
(very extremely disappointed and angry)
煮豆燃豆萁，
豆在釜中泣。
本是同根生，
相煎何太急?
Boiling the beans to create the soup,
filtering them to extract the juice.
The beanstalks were charred amidst the flames,
and of this the beans thus wailed:
"Borne are we of the same root, brothers two;
should you now burn me with such disregard?"
.............................................
When a man speaks, his eyes betray his intentions.
His actions define his generousity,
When you give to your God, do not be like the Pharisees who go about boasting of their "great" contributions.
Have you ever look back and have "conscience" ?
A wise man will speak in clear direct words.
Speaking in riddles do not mask thy shallowness of thoughts.
A simple monk sweeping floor can attain Enlightenment.
The time will come when you have to face a war.
Beware of the time when your shouts for help will go unheeded.
For such befits the evilness in the heart.
The wayward son can still go back....hearken! lest it grows short...
LET HE WHO HAVE EARS, LET HIM HEAR.
Sam
(very extremely disappointed and angry)
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Do you believe in miracles?
Was due to be back on Sunday morning from Finland.
I arrived on Friday night though...Wabe had called me to try to make it back earlier.
Somehow the sense of dread is very real...I kept checking via sms with her when I transited at Frankfurt and when I arrived back in Singapore. Thankfully all was well then..
The trip to hospital ... Wai Por was faintly conscious but she looked very very frail..they had finally administered morphine.
Wabe said a fellow Buddhist has advised them that Wai Por's breathing pattern indicates the end might be near...she was breathing through her mouth...
Should she be moved back home? But there is no standby morphine machine..
The final decision was to risk bringing her home next morning - I had thought it might be otherwise... but I guess we are all humans..my thought was ... 12 hours vs an eternity of happiness..but .. I am in no position to comment..there are so much feelings and human emotions...
And then the miracles started....
I was driving Yang to visit her and the rest of them in the morning as Wabe has told us she will be moving back from hospital that morning and told us to wait in Wai Por's house direct.
As I drove out of the estate, Yang took out a picture of Buddha and started to sing the Medicine Buddha's sutra - repeatedly....
For some reason, the verses sounded very surreal .. it sounded of a child's innocence as it pays homage to Buddha...and for some strange reason, I felt this incredible sadness which I cannot explain as I drove.
10 minutes later, Wabe msg me as I neared Wai Por's house telling me she has passed away...For some reason, Wai Por managed to send this message to us that she is leaving and cannot wait for us already. I know 4th Uncle said if there is chanting when Wai Po passes on, she will reach to the Lotus Land. I hoped in a small way, Yang has helped Wai Por in this..
Tayetha Om Bengkanze BengKanze Tayetha Om....
I learned later that Wai Por managed to make it to her own house and within an hour, she passed on - and everyone can pray for her as planned. 2nd miracle.
The sky I remembered started to drizzle...creating a cool atmosphere..very pleasant ..it is as if Wai Por knew we always found it hot in her house and is making it nice for us..3rd miracle.
Before her resting into the coffin, Wabe told me Wai Por's body did not suffer from any rigidness even though it was 10 hours since she passes on. In fact, I recalled she looked very serene as if she is sleeping even when we last saw her body during the funeral. 4th miracle.
So many miracles...4th Uncle's no pay leave ends next Friday...Wai Por's last day for the funeral has a major event the next day for multitudes of prayers scheduled for departed souls..etc etc.
The food tonight was sumptious...and in ABUNDANCE :) The noise and din was so LOUD:)
Exactly the way Wai Por would have liked it.
Yang asked me if he can still talk to Wai Por - who taught him Hokkien "Der ai kuai ar.." (You must be obedient..)
And for some moments, I could not control my emotions and did not answer him.
He seems to know and said Wai Por will hear us..and we can always call to her..
Years ago, when I was in my darkest period of my life when my own grandmother passed away..Wai Por asked the family to arrange a picnic for me and spoke to me not to be sad...I recalled being cheered and very very much appreciated that.
The time has come for me to show my gratitude and I have decided I will offer a joss stick for the first time in 20 years to this great person who is such a wonderful wonderful grandmother to my Wabe and "ah Chor" to my Yang..
Rest well and we will always remember you, Wai Por.
Sam
I arrived on Friday night though...Wabe had called me to try to make it back earlier.
Somehow the sense of dread is very real...I kept checking via sms with her when I transited at Frankfurt and when I arrived back in Singapore. Thankfully all was well then..
The trip to hospital ... Wai Por was faintly conscious but she looked very very frail..they had finally administered morphine.
Wabe said a fellow Buddhist has advised them that Wai Por's breathing pattern indicates the end might be near...she was breathing through her mouth...
Should she be moved back home? But there is no standby morphine machine..
The final decision was to risk bringing her home next morning - I had thought it might be otherwise... but I guess we are all humans..my thought was ... 12 hours vs an eternity of happiness..but .. I am in no position to comment..there are so much feelings and human emotions...
And then the miracles started....
I was driving Yang to visit her and the rest of them in the morning as Wabe has told us she will be moving back from hospital that morning and told us to wait in Wai Por's house direct.
As I drove out of the estate, Yang took out a picture of Buddha and started to sing the Medicine Buddha's sutra - repeatedly....
For some reason, the verses sounded very surreal .. it sounded of a child's innocence as it pays homage to Buddha...and for some strange reason, I felt this incredible sadness which I cannot explain as I drove.
10 minutes later, Wabe msg me as I neared Wai Por's house telling me she has passed away...For some reason, Wai Por managed to send this message to us that she is leaving and cannot wait for us already. I know 4th Uncle said if there is chanting when Wai Po passes on, she will reach to the Lotus Land. I hoped in a small way, Yang has helped Wai Por in this..
Tayetha Om Bengkanze BengKanze Tayetha Om....
I learned later that Wai Por managed to make it to her own house and within an hour, she passed on - and everyone can pray for her as planned. 2nd miracle.
The sky I remembered started to drizzle...creating a cool atmosphere..very pleasant ..it is as if Wai Por knew we always found it hot in her house and is making it nice for us..3rd miracle.
Before her resting into the coffin, Wabe told me Wai Por's body did not suffer from any rigidness even though it was 10 hours since she passes on. In fact, I recalled she looked very serene as if she is sleeping even when we last saw her body during the funeral. 4th miracle.
So many miracles...4th Uncle's no pay leave ends next Friday...Wai Por's last day for the funeral has a major event the next day for multitudes of prayers scheduled for departed souls..etc etc.
The food tonight was sumptious...and in ABUNDANCE :) The noise and din was so LOUD:)
Exactly the way Wai Por would have liked it.
Yang asked me if he can still talk to Wai Por - who taught him Hokkien "Der ai kuai ar.." (You must be obedient..)
And for some moments, I could not control my emotions and did not answer him.
He seems to know and said Wai Por will hear us..and we can always call to her..
Years ago, when I was in my darkest period of my life when my own grandmother passed away..Wai Por asked the family to arrange a picnic for me and spoke to me not to be sad...I recalled being cheered and very very much appreciated that.
The time has come for me to show my gratitude and I have decided I will offer a joss stick for the first time in 20 years to this great person who is such a wonderful wonderful grandmother to my Wabe and "ah Chor" to my Yang..
Rest well and we will always remember you, Wai Por.
Sam
Saturday, June 09, 2007
Talk and God
How do we communicate these days?
Electronic means like this blog allows instant broadcast of information to all users.
In the old days, this type of data transfer depends on a very professional breed of people - the Gossip.
:)
I find this strain of Gossip DNA still persist in this modern day - and man..words can indeed be sharper than any sword...
So is it idle mind that produce wicked thoughts? I think so.
Throw in a dash of insecurity - why don't you:)
But still, I think I will savour my reservist days memories - it is not worth to sully those fine times for the spat of a viper's tongue. ;-P
So what about God?
When we complain that Christians belittle you on your beliefs..how arrogant they are.. remember the world is round.
On this note, I will specifically use the Bible to quote:
"Judge not and ye would not be judged".
When a thief steals from you, he is guilty. If you steal back from him - you are a thief too. That's just the beauty of karma - and that is using Buddhist concept. :)
How one is saved for salvation is according to the doctrine of the path chosen.
Salvation on faith is not as simple as one thinks. Merely having the promise of salvation if one accepts Christ at death is not as simple as promoting wanton lifestyle and repenting before one dies.
Think about it. Do you know when you will die? :) The promise is like a marketing campaign - look out for the hidden truth:)
The same goes for the promise of Amida Buddha promise that calling his name in your last moments will ensure your rebirth in the lotus land.
This type of issues cannot be so easily resolved...
Basically, when you demand respect for something..make sure you can respect others too. I can....can you? :)
Sam
Electronic means like this blog allows instant broadcast of information to all users.
In the old days, this type of data transfer depends on a very professional breed of people - the Gossip.
:)
I find this strain of Gossip DNA still persist in this modern day - and man..words can indeed be sharper than any sword...
So is it idle mind that produce wicked thoughts? I think so.
Throw in a dash of insecurity - why don't you:)
But still, I think I will savour my reservist days memories - it is not worth to sully those fine times for the spat of a viper's tongue. ;-P
So what about God?
When we complain that Christians belittle you on your beliefs..how arrogant they are.. remember the world is round.
On this note, I will specifically use the Bible to quote:
"Judge not and ye would not be judged".
When a thief steals from you, he is guilty. If you steal back from him - you are a thief too. That's just the beauty of karma - and that is using Buddhist concept. :)
How one is saved for salvation is according to the doctrine of the path chosen.
Salvation on faith is not as simple as one thinks. Merely having the promise of salvation if one accepts Christ at death is not as simple as promoting wanton lifestyle and repenting before one dies.
Think about it. Do you know when you will die? :) The promise is like a marketing campaign - look out for the hidden truth:)
The same goes for the promise of Amida Buddha promise that calling his name in your last moments will ensure your rebirth in the lotus land.
This type of issues cannot be so easily resolved...
Basically, when you demand respect for something..make sure you can respect others too. I can....can you? :)
Sam
Monday, May 28, 2007
The Last Stand
The trenches are dug deep..but the guns no longer spat fire ..nor are they loaded..
Is the war lost?
But when the citizens of a country come together despite their differences to battle an invader..when the people of a country unite with a single goal...when the crisis allows a doctrine to be adopted and understand by all..the moral victory is there.
Still....in the trenches...we need to boost the troop's morale occasionally..
The Enemy cometh but It will not conquer..but will be subdued and surprised by the force of the karmic nuclear bomb created by the people of the country..
It's been more than 1/2 year? Continue the legacy and continue the nation building..
Sam in his pensive mood.
Is the war lost?
But when the citizens of a country come together despite their differences to battle an invader..when the people of a country unite with a single goal...when the crisis allows a doctrine to be adopted and understand by all..the moral victory is there.
Still....in the trenches...we need to boost the troop's morale occasionally..
The Enemy cometh but It will not conquer..but will be subdued and surprised by the force of the karmic nuclear bomb created by the people of the country..
It's been more than 1/2 year? Continue the legacy and continue the nation building..
Sam in his pensive mood.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Incidental Encounter
Last night, I drove Wabe, Kee and Hui Yu to the relative's house who is currently accomodating the little boy who is said to the reincarnation of an esteemed lama.
I had originally decided not to partake in the "blessing" ceremony as I felt awkard if I did not perform the gesturing required of the people of the faith and would appear to be rather aloof.
Surprisingly, I was drawn inside despite my initial discomfort..and I even knelt to be be patted by the little boy on the head! (I hope he isn't spooked by my GEL hardened SPIKEY hair..heh heh)
Almost 20 years ago, I remembered I read on a book .. TB Lobsang ..if I did not remembered wrongly..the mythical world of buttered tea..ricecake..third eye..monks who was full of humour...has fascinated me. Yesterday, I actually came face to face with such a person...
Incidentally, 2 days ago...my Ping An amulet was discovered to be smashed to pieces...the last time such things happened to me..was when I miraculously escaped unscathed when a motorcycle drove straight to me....thank goodness Wabe bought it for me that day... ODE TO BEE!
Sam
I had originally decided not to partake in the "blessing" ceremony as I felt awkard if I did not perform the gesturing required of the people of the faith and would appear to be rather aloof.
Surprisingly, I was drawn inside despite my initial discomfort..and I even knelt to be be patted by the little boy on the head! (I hope he isn't spooked by my GEL hardened SPIKEY hair..heh heh)
Almost 20 years ago, I remembered I read on a book .. TB Lobsang ..if I did not remembered wrongly..the mythical world of buttered tea..ricecake..third eye..monks who was full of humour...has fascinated me. Yesterday, I actually came face to face with such a person...
Incidentally, 2 days ago...my Ping An amulet was discovered to be smashed to pieces...the last time such things happened to me..was when I miraculously escaped unscathed when a motorcycle drove straight to me....thank goodness Wabe bought it for me that day... ODE TO BEE!
Sam
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Silent !
I fixed up my trusty old Honda with the Silent sound proofing..heh heh
The acoustics is really different now...not to mention the solid thump of the doors which is not unlike a BMW's :) It is a kinda scary silence when I drive in the heavy traffic..muted vacuum feel..feels so..ah..Continental:)
Cheap thrill .. beats incurring another fresh car loan though:)
Need to be liquid.. for the next correction...and hopefully that time, I'd have the leverage to go for the big haul...sigh..one can dream :) but if I succeed...hmm..:)
Sam
The acoustics is really different now...not to mention the solid thump of the doors which is not unlike a BMW's :) It is a kinda scary silence when I drive in the heavy traffic..muted vacuum feel..feels so..ah..Continental:)
Cheap thrill .. beats incurring another fresh car loan though:)
Need to be liquid.. for the next correction...and hopefully that time, I'd have the leverage to go for the big haul...sigh..one can dream :) but if I succeed...hmm..:)
Sam
Monday, April 02, 2007
Monday, March 26, 2007
Been a long while
It has been a long while...
There were so many things happening...at work ...in family.
Was it a omen for more crisis to happen - that putting a Medicine Buddha mandala in the centre of the house in the 3 houses were not sufficient to ward off the illness star...
Things like this are always a rude reminder in our frantic lives that we live in the world of chaos..of mathematical probabilities which are infinite...each move spans billions of endings..that we are mere nothings in the grand scheme of things.
Are we like what Seth who coached Jane Roberts, said merely travellers in a certain plane of existence..that what we are going through-life that is..is but a momentary experience in the cosmic journey?
Well...if so...make the most of this brief time...learn to see past other's shortcomings...learn to rejoice in the goodness however little in others.
For myself... the happiness comes from my nuclei family..Wabe and Yang Kee...2 angels who light up my life in the darkest path of my life.
Ode to these 2 wonderful wonderful angels :)
Sam
There were so many things happening...at work ...in family.
Was it a omen for more crisis to happen - that putting a Medicine Buddha mandala in the centre of the house in the 3 houses were not sufficient to ward off the illness star...
Things like this are always a rude reminder in our frantic lives that we live in the world of chaos..of mathematical probabilities which are infinite...each move spans billions of endings..that we are mere nothings in the grand scheme of things.
Are we like what Seth who coached Jane Roberts, said merely travellers in a certain plane of existence..that what we are going through-life that is..is but a momentary experience in the cosmic journey?
Well...if so...make the most of this brief time...learn to see past other's shortcomings...learn to rejoice in the goodness however little in others.
For myself... the happiness comes from my nuclei family..Wabe and Yang Kee...2 angels who light up my life in the darkest path of my life.
Ode to these 2 wonderful wonderful angels :)
Sam
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Monday, February 19, 2007
Chinese New Year
The new year with all of us posing with the "Ong Lai" stance and our feng shui dicated auspicious colors :)
PLUS: Kee in his Garfield imitation eyes :)
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Ramayana
Now reading a modern prose of the classic Ramayana.
Spans 6 books to date...
It is interesting to see a de-deitified Rama enjoying a small repast of salted unripe mangoes and yet transforming into a unfeeling being when filled with the brahma shati.
Will continue later...
Spans 6 books to date...
It is interesting to see a de-deitified Rama enjoying a small repast of salted unripe mangoes and yet transforming into a unfeeling being when filled with the brahma shati.
Will continue later...
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
$$
The savings since I implemented goverance in our bank account is growing - Wabe needs to be reined in on some of her spendings.
But looks good - I am very pleased:)))))
But looks good - I am very pleased:)))))
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Dark Day
The last few days were bright and hopeful - the situation had looked good with Wai Por able to go home on Thursday.
Alas, the cruel Rogue dealth another blow.....she had severe bleeding in the motion twice and passed out....Wabe called me at 3 plus pm crying saying the doctors are saving her....I rushed with a heavy heart to SGH...things do not look good.
Saw Wai Por revived but weak...has to go High Dependency Ward ... Dr Lim had to set expectations..I believed the message was ...the family need to get ready and be prepared...
At this, saw mother-in-law cried. There are admonitions from her to 2nd uncle and 3rd uncle to remain brotherly...I believe the message got across as the baser nature of both uncles are good...just a matter of understanding and communicating.
Then, 4th aunt's husband joined and youngest uncle .. rebuked ( for lack of a proper correct term) him. Actually, at first it was a request for respect for the family's religion and Jesus Christ, I can't believe Uncle William actually spoke on some manhole theorem! Basically, we cannot always use our beliefs and ignore the basic social decorum ..much more this is a family crisis. Expressing sadness that if one cannot preach to the patient and thereby she is going to Purgatory in front of grieving relatives is way .... way... beyond my understanding of a true servant of God.
There are ways you can save the sinner...if the faith of one is so great that one can disown one's son so one can receive salvation, well hey ...thy faith would be greater than a mustard seed and thus, one would SURELY be faithful enough to pray to God and request to be the intercessor to Jesus on behalf of Wai Por so she can be saved despite her earthly beliefs...did not the Bible say that - so ye man of little faith?
I remember my own grandmother had converted during her last days. Apparently my aunt had managed to convert her on grounds that if she doesn't, no one will pray for her after she passes on.
Vipers! Do I really think my grandmother felt comforted ?
I had a dream many days after her funeral. In it, I found myself wandering on a void deck in a funeral ... then I saw my grandmother burning some funeral accessories...I quickly ran over and asked .."Ma! What are you doing??" She said.."Sammy, Ma has nothing ..nobody burnt anything so I have do it myself.."
I said "Ma!...Stay with me..I have plenty to give you!" She then said "Sammy, Ma has to go now..Ma cannot take care of you anymore."
I always remembered this dream and somehow I felt really doubtful my grandmother got her peace despite her conversion.
For now, pray hard...and sound the battle horn again...the fight continues...
Sam
Alas, the cruel Rogue dealth another blow.....she had severe bleeding in the motion twice and passed out....Wabe called me at 3 plus pm crying saying the doctors are saving her....I rushed with a heavy heart to SGH...things do not look good.
Saw Wai Por revived but weak...has to go High Dependency Ward ... Dr Lim had to set expectations..I believed the message was ...the family need to get ready and be prepared...
At this, saw mother-in-law cried. There are admonitions from her to 2nd uncle and 3rd uncle to remain brotherly...I believe the message got across as the baser nature of both uncles are good...just a matter of understanding and communicating.
Then, 4th aunt's husband joined and youngest uncle .. rebuked ( for lack of a proper correct term) him. Actually, at first it was a request for respect for the family's religion and Jesus Christ, I can't believe Uncle William actually spoke on some manhole theorem! Basically, we cannot always use our beliefs and ignore the basic social decorum ..much more this is a family crisis. Expressing sadness that if one cannot preach to the patient and thereby she is going to Purgatory in front of grieving relatives is way .... way... beyond my understanding of a true servant of God.
There are ways you can save the sinner...if the faith of one is so great that one can disown one's son so one can receive salvation, well hey ...thy faith would be greater than a mustard seed and thus, one would SURELY be faithful enough to pray to God and request to be the intercessor to Jesus on behalf of Wai Por so she can be saved despite her earthly beliefs...did not the Bible say that - so ye man of little faith?
I remember my own grandmother had converted during her last days. Apparently my aunt had managed to convert her on grounds that if she doesn't, no one will pray for her after she passes on.
Vipers! Do I really think my grandmother felt comforted ?
I had a dream many days after her funeral. In it, I found myself wandering on a void deck in a funeral ... then I saw my grandmother burning some funeral accessories...I quickly ran over and asked .."Ma! What are you doing??" She said.."Sammy, Ma has nothing ..nobody burnt anything so I have do it myself.."
I said "Ma!...Stay with me..I have plenty to give you!" She then said "Sammy, Ma has to go now..Ma cannot take care of you anymore."
I always remembered this dream and somehow I felt really doubtful my grandmother got her peace despite her conversion.
For now, pray hard...and sound the battle horn again...the fight continues...
Sam
Friday, January 19, 2007
The Final Frontier
Wabe decided not to make the Paris trip after all - a decision I know did not come easy for a person who put so much into her work.
There are many sacrifices from others which I will keep confidential even in my blog.
The battle horn has reverberated over the dark sky - the message is clear. The family is here to fight and defend Wai Por against the Rogue who seek to claim her.
I do not know if this is appropriate to liken it to a war but truth be told - this is a war - spiritually, physically.
The chemo treatment was administered..the initial effects of Wai Por trembling sent everyone to a near manic anxiety.
This is the first step of the campaign - let's soldier on.
In Sun Tzi Art of War, he said "Know thy enemy" or "Zi Chi Zi Pi , Bai Zhan Bai Sheng". We pored over internet articles..there is a TCM in Paragon who was rumoured to have been our PM's chinese physician who treated him. So many information - so little time...
My collague whose father went through this situation, mentioned something which struck me. He said "For those in the family, single out individuals who are emotionally rational and calm of heart. These people have to map out what IF the battle is lost, what can be done in the meantime...wills...last words..." Practical words..but from what he said, the one who have to wear this hat will bear most of the hurt and pain as deeply as Christ wore his crown of thorns..
Another day now...Saturday morning - another small victory over the Enemy!
Sam
There are many sacrifices from others which I will keep confidential even in my blog.
The battle horn has reverberated over the dark sky - the message is clear. The family is here to fight and defend Wai Por against the Rogue who seek to claim her.
I do not know if this is appropriate to liken it to a war but truth be told - this is a war - spiritually, physically.
The chemo treatment was administered..the initial effects of Wai Por trembling sent everyone to a near manic anxiety.
This is the first step of the campaign - let's soldier on.
In Sun Tzi Art of War, he said "Know thy enemy" or "Zi Chi Zi Pi , Bai Zhan Bai Sheng". We pored over internet articles..there is a TCM in Paragon who was rumoured to have been our PM's chinese physician who treated him. So many information - so little time...
My collague whose father went through this situation, mentioned something which struck me. He said "For those in the family, single out individuals who are emotionally rational and calm of heart. These people have to map out what IF the battle is lost, what can be done in the meantime...wills...last words..." Practical words..but from what he said, the one who have to wear this hat will bear most of the hurt and pain as deeply as Christ wore his crown of thorns..
Another day now...Saturday morning - another small victory over the Enemy!
Sam
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
News
The confirmation of the test.
It is greeted by muted feelings of anxiety, helplessness and sadness.
However, I sense the family cuddling together closer...like ancient people who drew close to the fire as night darkens around them...seeking support and warmth from each other. The atmosphere is one of wanting to win...as with the family's religion..all pledged karma towards redemption of the illness - the air is full of positive vibes and being very attuned to such things, I told Wabe - if this continues..it bodes well for Wai Por.
It differs greatly from people of my own belief ... who always use times of illness as a opportunity to use fear of death as blackmail to convert the patient. Sometimes, we need to bend our actions to suit the situation. Why, even Jesus Himself does that....
When the elders asked Him, "Is it wrong to pay taxes to Caesar?"
He knows if He said yes, He will be arrested and His ministry will be cut short.
So He asked them to show Him a Roman coin and asked them whose image they see on the coin..which is Caesar.
So He said, "Then give to Caesar what is Caesar's...and give to God what is God's"
If the Lord knows when to speak properly to achieve good, how much more should we, brothers and sisters learn to do that?
Sam
It is greeted by muted feelings of anxiety, helplessness and sadness.
However, I sense the family cuddling together closer...like ancient people who drew close to the fire as night darkens around them...seeking support and warmth from each other. The atmosphere is one of wanting to win...as with the family's religion..all pledged karma towards redemption of the illness - the air is full of positive vibes and being very attuned to such things, I told Wabe - if this continues..it bodes well for Wai Por.
It differs greatly from people of my own belief ... who always use times of illness as a opportunity to use fear of death as blackmail to convert the patient. Sometimes, we need to bend our actions to suit the situation. Why, even Jesus Himself does that....
When the elders asked Him, "Is it wrong to pay taxes to Caesar?"
He knows if He said yes, He will be arrested and His ministry will be cut short.
So He asked them to show Him a Roman coin and asked them whose image they see on the coin..which is Caesar.
So He said, "Then give to Caesar what is Caesar's...and give to God what is God's"
If the Lord knows when to speak properly to achieve good, how much more should we, brothers and sisters learn to do that?
Sam
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