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posted by Don Low @ 8:57 PM 62 comments

My cat's story

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Pride of Man

I am trying to understand man's pride. The best place to start my research is from the bible. Here are some cross references regarding the pride of man.

Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, then comes dishonor, But with the humble is wisdom. Proverbs 15:33 The fear of the LORD is the instruction for wisdom, And before honor comes humility. Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before stumbling. Proverbs 18:12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, But humility goes before honor. Proverbs 22:4 The reward of humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches, honor and life. Isaiah 66:2 "For My hand made all these things, Thus all these things came into being," declares the LORD. "But to this one I will look, To him who is humble and contrite of spirit, and who trembles at My word. Daniel 4:30 "The king reflected and said, 'Is this not Babylon the great, which I myself have built as a royal residence by the might of my power and for the glory of my majesty?' Daniel 4:31 "While the word was in the king's mouth, a voice came from heaven, saying, 'King Nebuchadnezzar, to you it is declared: sovereignty has been removed from you, Matthew 23:12 "Whoever exalts himself shall be humbled; and whoever humbles himself shall be exalted. Luke 14:11 "For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." Luke 18:14 "I tell you, this man went to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted." James 4:6 But He gives a greater grace. Therefore it says, "GOD IS OPPOSED TO THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE." James 4:10 Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you. (NASB ©1995)

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posted by Don Low @ 12:49 PM 0 comments

Friendship

Friendship

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• the tendency to desire what is best for the other,
• sympathy and empathy,
• honesty, perhaps in situations where it may be difficult for others to speak the truth,
• mutual understanding.

In a comparison of personal relationships, friendship is considered to be closer than acquaintanceship, although there is a range of degrees of intimacy in both friendships and acquaintanceships. Friendship and acquaintanceship can be thought of spanning across the same continuum.

C. S. Lewis for example, in his The Four Loves, writes:

"To the Ancients, Friendship seemed the happiest and most fully human of all loves; the crown of life and the school of virtue. The modern world, in comparison, ignores it. We admit of course that besides a wife and family a man needs a few 'friends'. But the very tone of the admission, and the sort of acquaintanceships which those who make it would describe as 'friendships', show clearly that what they are talking about has very little to do with that Philia which Aristotle classified among the virtues or that Amicitia on which Cicero wrote a book."

A friendship that can be ended didn't ever start.

• Mellin de Saint-Gelais, Oeuvres poétiques

A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity.

• The Bible, Proverbs 17:17 (NRSV)
• A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother.
  • Proverbs 17:17 (WEB)

Some friends play at friendship, but a true friend sticks closer than one's nearest kin.

• The Bible, Proverbs 18:24

• Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up."
  • The Bible, Ecclesiastes 9:4

• Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
  • The Bible, John 15:13

posted by Don Low @ 8:30 PM 0 comments

Chewing Gum Ban in Singapore

Whenever there is a discussion about Singapore, the chewing gum ban would be mentioned. It is not surprising that there is so much talk about the ban because there isn't such a ban that exist in any other part of the world.

Here's the deal:

"Chewing gum is banned in Singapore under the "Regulation of Imports and Exports (Chewing Gum) Regulations." Except for chewing gum of therapeutic value, the "importing" of chewing gum into Singapore is absolutely banned.

A common misconception among citizens is that personal use quantities of chewing gum are allowed into Singapore. However, according to the set of Regulations, "importing" means to "bring or cause to be brought into Singapore by land, water or air from any place which is outside Singapore ..." any goods, even if they are not for purposes of trade. The set of Regulations also does not make any provisions for personal use quantities to be brought into Singapore. Therefore, bringing chewing gum into Singapore, even small quantities for whatever purpose, is technically prohibited." (Wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chewing_gum_ban_in_Singapore)

Look at the effect of this. Clean streets, enjoyable ride on the trains without the fear of getting any unwanted, disgusting remains from someone's mouth cavity stucked on your bums. Can't they see the benefits? Instead, proclaiming that Singapore's government hasn't given free choice to her people. Absolute nonsensical statement, and so foolish of anyone who say such things.


http://finaldestiny.tv/fd/?page_id=12

Go ahead and fight for your rights! Fight for your rights to spit anywhere you want; fight for your rights to litter; fight for your rights to sabotage the transport system anytime; fight for your rights to vandalise any public places with spray paints! If that's what you want!

Fight it like the man who blew himself up in public places. You can be like him.
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posted by Don Low @ 9:22 AM 1 comments

冬至 - End of Winter

Dong Zhi is the thanksgiving of the Chinese calendar. "Dong Zhi" literally means "arrival of winter". Coinciding with the winter solstice, it is an occasion for the family to get together to celebrate the good year they have had. Tang Yuan (汤圆) is cooked and eaten to symbolise unity and harmony within the family. Dong Zhi occurs 6 weeks before Chinese New Year and would normally fall between 21st Dec and 23rd Dec.

ORIGIN

Winter solstice signifies the beginning of winter. The sun is at the Tropic of Capricorn and this results in the longest night of the year for those living in the northern hemisphere. The festival began as a farmer's festival to celebrate year-end harvest.

CELEBRATION

Dong Zhi is a time for family reunion. Tang Yuan, sweet soup of glutinuous rice flour balls, is indispensible during this festival. "Yuan" (literally meaning "round") signifies "yuan man" (complete / Ô²Âú ) and Tang Yuan means "tuan yuan" (family reunion / 团圆 ). Eating Tang Yuan is symbolic of family unity and family prosperity.

For good luck, families prefer to have some pink tang yuan to mix with the white ones.

Today is exactly the day for Dong Zhi, but we are heading out to Wild Wings for a western feast.
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posted by Don Low @ 4:30 PM 0 comments

Universal Studios - Orlando (Florida)

Our first trip and our first "real" vacation (after 6 months staying in Savannah) to Universal Studio at Orlando Florida, and we really enjoyed ourselves. Besides, this was also our first time driving to another state after we got our Georgian driving license. Though it was only a 5-hour drive across I-95, our first time driving on the interstate was still an exciting experience, especially when the entire journey was made during the night. There were certain part of the highway that was not lit. We were almost driving in pitch black condition.

When we finally checked in to our hotel room, it was almost 3am in the morning. We headed straight to bed as the excitement of driving has exhausted us. After about 7 hours of sleep, we woke up refreshed in the late morning all ready for a great day ahead of us.

I think the pix will explained the fun we had. I am too lazy to describe them all. Link yourself here for the pictures:

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The rides that I enjoyed most were, Spiderman, Incredible Hulk, and the Double Dragon. They were roller coastal rides. I haven't had such fun since my Tokyo Disney trip almost 10 years ago. I brought my parents to Tokyo after I resigned from my first job, just to take a break. But instead of enjoying themselves, i think I have tired them out too much!! But it was still a great time out with my parents.

Anyway, Universal Studios was really unforgettable! Besides the company was fun too! Joy has about overcome her fear for the rides. Nat has all her fun screaming. For Kat and myself, we were enjoying ourselves to the full.

Now we are just looking forward to go Arkansas over Christmas!!
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Yippee!!

posted by Don Low @ 11:18 AM 1 comments

Olgethorpe House's Canteen

This is the first time I stepped into a school canteen. The pix here is the one that belongs to Olgethorpe House, where one of my Korean friend stays. His name is Joo Sung... he was so kind as to treat us to dinner with his unused meal plans. The spread ranged from Western to Eastern. We were so excited to see so much food. I heard many students complained about the food in the canteen, especially from the Chinese friends. They said there was not much to choose from on the Chinese food category. I said darn the Chinese food. They weren't cooked as well as what we have in Singapore. The Western food is good enough.

Anyway, we felt we were really in a college in this kind of setting. It reminded me of my good old days back home with NTU. Eating in the canteen is a good way to chill out. Hanging out with friends is a great way to unwind from the grinding assignments' deadlines. Yes.. I need to do it more often....

The Fall semester is really going to be finished soon. 2 more weeks or less, taking into consideration that today is already the end of Tuesday. I have 3 major assignments to finish. I am thinking whether I could make it this time round. There are just too many drawings to do. I feel like screaming!!

One at a time, one at a time... do not despair! There are others who are much worst.
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