Refreshing

Got up and had my breakfast. Did my quiet time as usual before taking my shower. Said goodbye to W who will leave for Sydney at 5pm. Then, SH and I left the house.

Headed to Church and was a few minutes early for CDS. This weeks class was good. And right after that, we had pre-service prayer, followed by our Afternoon Service. :)

And after the great service, we went out for dinner. QUT3 ended up joining us too! We ate at MadTongSan2 and I ordered Bi Bim Bap.

Bi Bim Bap

Reached home at about 9pm and took my shower. Read some stuff before writing this post. It's 11pm now and I'm gonna sleep early for once.

My First Day As An Usher

Wore my formal top, put on a pair of jeans, sprayed some perfume, waxed my hair and put on my contacts. Then, I went to Church.

Attended half of the CDS class. At 2.10pm, I went out and all the ushers gathered. We had our briefing and at 3pm, we started 'work'.

It was a good experience. It's quite interesting to actually go behind the scenes and do some work.

My job for the day was to stand at the front door of the second hall. Welcomed people and gave them the bulletins. The other thing I did was give out welcome packs to the front left portion of the first hall. After service, we also helped dry the communion cups. You probably won't know what this whole I'm trying to say in this whole paragraph. Oh well. :P

For dinner, we went to this Vietnamese and Chinese restaurant in Hawken Drive. Ordered the Crispy Chicken with Rice which turned out to be quite good.

Crispy Chicken with Rice - AUD 8.90

By the time we finished dinner, it was only 7.30pm. Talked a bit before S dropped some of us home.

Spend the rest of the night resting in my room. :)

New Begining

Today's a new day. I got up at 9am and did my quiet time. Then, I had my breakfast and cleaned up.

At 12pm, GTM sent me to the new house. We took my stuff into the room and they looked around the house.

After that, I went to the bus stop to go to UQ. The bus was late but JF drove by and picked me up.

Went to register people from my lifegroup into the CDS classes. After collecting the notes, we went for the classes.

Next was pre-service prayer, followed by the church service. Today's topic was on Friendship with God.

Later, we went out and ate the refreshments provided. The food was really good today.

We went in 3 cars for dinner at Old Town. I ordered Ipoh Hor Fun which was just normal.

Then, K dropped me off at Coronation Drive and I walked back to my new home. Had a long chat with my new housemate before unpacking some stuff.

Took my shower and relaxed for the rest of the night...

Service in KG

Had my haircut in the morning. At about 1pm, I went to Kelvin Grove and printed some stuff. Then, I went to church. Today's service was at F block in Kelvin Grove. It was way bigger and nicer. :)

Waiting for the bus...

After service, we had refreshments and hung around for a while. Then, we took the bus to the city.

We had dinner in MadTongSan. It's a famous Korean restaurant and we were lucky because we didn't have to wait for too long.

I ordered Bulgogi which was quite nice. When I was done, my stomach was so uncomfortably bloated. :P

Bulgogi - AUD 12.50 (before discount)

We paid the bill and left. Walked to King George Square and took the bus home...

CHANGE

Today was our "Impact Sunday". I left home at 1pm and was at the city by 1.45pm. Waited for our new friends before bringing them to UQ.

Waited outside the Abel Smith building as if it was a concert. And just as we expected, the hall was full and many people had to sit outside the hall. :)

The "praise and worship" session was really great. Then, there was a performance by Teen Mania. They did a great job and the message was good too.

After that, we Pastor Joshua came up and gave his sermon. Message was simple and clear. Everything ended at about 6pm.

Then, we went to Cyber-city for dinner. I had "Hokkien Fried Rice". It was nice but the sauce was too salty. Had to drink lots of water after that. We paid and left at 8.30pm.

Hokkien Fried Rice - AUD 9.90

JC, TL and I then went to Milton. We joined QUT3 for their "yumcha" session. We were there to be part of HY's birthday celebration too. Got myself a free Iced Mocha. The drink wasn't great but the fellowship was! :D

Took the bus to Kenmore Central. I dunno why I was so thirsty today. Went to 7eleven and got a drink before walking back home...

QUT4 Goes For Service and Dinner

Went to Indooroopilly in the afternoon. Shopped around buying food before going to Church. The service was packed because many parents and some new friends joined us this week.

It was mentor-appreciation day today. I gave JC a hug and a card. :)

Later, QUT4 went out to SunnyBank Hills for dinner. It's this place called "Dining Room" which was just behind JustSoy. We ordered a 6 person set and shared among 8 of us. Food was really satisfying.

AW dropped me at the Auchenflower bus stop after dinner. I took the bus to Kenmore Central and walked home...

New

Was at UQ by 11.15am today. Waited for the others to arrive before going for "Orientation Briefing". After that, we went to Pizza Caffe for lunch. 6 of us shared 4 pizzas. It was really delicious!

After that, we went for the pre-service prayer, followed by the afternoon service. It all ended at 5.45pm and we helped to pack up.

Then, 5 of from QUT4 went to Ajisen Ramen for dinner. Because it was only 5 of us, we didn't have to waste a lot of time waiting for people. By 8pm, we finished our dinner!

We said goodbye to each other and went our separate ways. I got back by 9.10pm and took my shower.

Tomorrow will be the first day of Sem2 orientation. I will be helping CCM out and I'm excited! :)

Night!

CCM Got Talent

Got up at 8am and quickly washed up. Headed to the dining hall for breakfast. After that, we did our quiet time before going in for our Sunday Service. The service was good.

Later, we hurried to get ready for CCM Got Talent. Us guys put on the 70s Chinese Mobster look with the help of lots of gel! It was really fun.

When it was our turn, we did a smashing performance. Although I screwed up one dance move, many people enjoyed our dance. Plus, we won 3rd place! :D

QUT3 presents: Unidus Mambo

QUT3 - 3rd Place

Besides that, they also announce the winners for the team games. And we were surprised that Team 5 won 3rd place too! :D

Team 5 - 3rd Place!

After everything ended, each team were assigned to clean up an area. Team 5 and some others were asked to clean up the dining area.

Then, we went back to our rooms and cleaned up. Later, we checked-out and went back to the city. TL, JY and I sat in G's car.

We went to Cybercity in Fortitude Valley. Had a great dinner with the people of QUT3. It'll probably be the last dinner with them. Next week onwards, it'll be QUT4.

After dinner, TL, E, S and I took the bus back to the city. I quickly ran to Queen Street Bus Station and got on another bus.

Was home by 9.30pm and sorted out my stuff till about 10pm. Showered and retired in my room for the rest of the night...

Special Service

Got up early and took the bus to Indooroopilly. Bought some stuff and came home. Then, I made egg and mayo sandwiches for the church. At 2pm, I took the bus and headed to UQ.

Today's praise and worship was really powerful. We also had a special guest today, Sophie Joy Madison. She shared her testimony and also performed 2 songs for us.

After service, we hung around and had a briefing from our director (Mr TL). QUT3 will be taking part in CCM Got Talent this weekend so we gotta practice practice practice!

For dinner, we went to Fortitude Valley and had dinner in Superbowl. It was a good time.

Got home and used the laptop till at night...

Sarnday

Got up at 10am today, had breakfast and cleaned up. Then, I took my shower before having quiet time. Had lunch and played "Sims Medieval" for a while.

Took the bus to Toowong and another bus to UQ. Saw someone's phone on the floor of bus as I was getting down. Called Translink but the operator just said "The driver will pick it up later". I just hope someone else doesn't pick it up before he does...

Today's sermon was about conflicts and how to resolve them. I found it really useful. As usual, we stayed around till 6.40pm.

Then, we went to Old Town for dinner. It was a combined dinner with QUT2. I had Hokkien Noodles which were quite good.

Later, we took the train to Roma Street and from there a bus back home...

Sunday

I got up quite late. Did an hour of studies and had my lunch. Then, I took the bus to Indooroopilly. The UQ bus was delayed so I missed the pre-service prayer.

Hot Dog

After service we went to Hawken Drive for dinner. As usual, we ate at "Song". I decided to try "Lo Mee" again. And this time, the color was right but the noodles and sauce texture was totally different! This was "wanton mee" but they said its "Chicken Lo Mee". Gosh!

Lo Mee - AUD 9.80

When we were done, I took the bus back home...

Sunday

Got up and had my brunch. Did a little bit of studying before I rushed out to catch the bus. Was a little late for Pre-service Prayer.

After that, we moved to the second hall for our service. It ended at almost 6pm and we hung around till 6.30pm. Then we helped pack the van with the equipments.

Took the bus to the city and we walked to Roma Street. Had dinner in Ajisen Ramen which was quite good. Had a fun time too.

Miso Chashu Ramen - AUD 14.50

Most of us then walked to the bus station and took the 444 back home. I got back home at about 10.10pm and took my shower.

Called JW and went to bed after that...

SUNDAY :D

Got up early today and took the 8am bus. Walked to QUT and picked a nice spot to sit in the botanical garden.

Walking to QUT...

Botanical Garden

Did my quiet time there till 10am. Then, I went to meet my group mates. Only 2 of them turned up...

Quiet Time materials

Meeting ended at about 11.30am and I used the computer till about 12.30pm. Then, I went to Myer Center to get my food. Ordered Curry Chicken Rice from InHouse.

Curry Chicken Rice (M) - AUD 5.50

Later, I walked to Woolworth's but the locksmith outside was not open. Went inside Woolworth's and spotted a few good deals. Bought 2 items.

4x500ml Monster Drink - AUD 6.99 (AUD1.75 per can)

Funtime Party Pack - AUD 6.99 (1kg of sweets plus container)

Then, I took the bus to UQ and waited for the pre-service prayer to start. Later, all CCM QUT members went up to the simulcast hall.

Service ended at about 5.40pm. Hung around before going to "Funny Funny" for dinner. Had a really fun fellowship tonight.

Girls and Guys of QUT3 (many couldn't join us :( )

This is our names. :)

For dinner, I ate Dol Sot Bi Bim Bap. It wouldn't have been nice if they didn't give me that chili paste. I had to pour lots of it inside.

Dol Sot Bi Bim Bap - AUD 12.50

Can't read Korean. :P

Bulgogi Hot Pot

After dinner, I made it in time for the 430 bus at 8.30pm. Got down the bus and saw a very suspicious man. I saw him pretending to enter a house, then he waited there. After I walked a distance, he CAME OUT!

I quickly took out my umbrella and walked home with it (ready to strike!). Thank God, after a while he wasn't following me any more.

Sunday

Got up and did my quiet time after breakfast. Later, I had my lunch. AS then helped me cut my hair till 2pm. She then dropped me at the bus stop just in time for me to catch the bus.

Went to Indooroopilly mall and bought sushi for J. Took the 428 bus to UQ and got there just in time for pre-service prayer.

Service ended and all of us went to "Old Town" for dinner. There, we celebrated LR's birthday. I ordered KL Lo Mee but it turned out white. It wasn't that great.

KL Lo Mee - AUD 9.80

Later, I took the train to Roma Street with J. Then, we got on the 444 bus. I arrived home at about 10.30pm...

Great

Got up at 10am and had toast for breakfast. Later, I did some work till 1pm. Had burger from Macca's for lunch.

Then at 2pm, I went out to catch the bus. Arrived in UQ at 3pm. Was in time for the pre-service prayer.

Service ended at 5.30pm. J and G talked to me about something. At first when J told me they want to talk to me, I was stunned and shocked.

Later, we went to the city. C's friend A drove us to the city. Then we walked to Wah for dinner. Shared a "Bulgogi Hotpot" with few of the guys.

Dinner ended at 8.10pm and I took the bus back home. Got home at about 9pm. Showered and used the laptop till now...

Sunday

Got up and had my breakfast. Cleaned up and took my shower. Rushed to the bus stop and was just in time for it.

Went to QUT for my group meeting. It ended at about 12.40pm and I used the computer to print some stuff.

Later, I did my quiet time till 1.30pm. Then, I took the bus to UQ. Met up with J and A. Later, I talked to J about some stuff before we headed to the Pre-Service Prayer.

Service ended at 5.40pm. Hung around till 6pm before going to the bus stop. We didn't go out for dinner as a group tonight because only 3 people were going.

So I went to the city and ate at Hungry Jacks. Ordered their Cheeseburger Stunner Deal. Later, I took the 7.30pm bus back home.

Dinner - AUD 4.95

Showered, did some work, watched DH, and started writing this post.

It's 10.40pm and I'll just end this post here. Bye...

Mother's Day

Got up at 11am and quickly started preparing my sandwiches. After that, I ate breakfast and got ready to go out. By the time I reached UQ, it was already 1.30pm.

There, Jason met me and we went to sit in one of the tables. Had "shepherding" time with him till 3.15pm.

We then quickly rushed to join the pre-service prayer. Then, Church service went on till 5.45pm. Hung around before going to the bus stop.

7 of us took the 6.35pm bus to the city. From there, we went to Fortitude Valley and ate at Cyber-City.

I ordered their Tomato Fried Rice but it didn't turn out good because I couldn't taste any tomato. But, the portion was huge. Somehow, I managed to finish it. :S

Tomato Fried Rice - AUD 10.90

Later, we paid and went back. Few of us took the train to Roma Street and from there, J and I took the bus.

I got home at 10pm and took my shower. Used the laptop till now...

Good Night!

Happy Birthday AH

Got up at 10am and worked on my assignment. Then, I headed out for UQ at about 1.30pm. Made the same mistake again (mistaken inbound for outbound). So I waited for the bus to come at 2.10pm.

Arrived at UQ at 2.55pm. Attended the pre-service prayer and later the afternoon service. Later, 15 of us from QUT3 went out for dinner at Ajisen Ramen.

Ajisen Ramen

Ordered the "Ajisen Ramen" which was just okay. Then, 5 of us guys went to get the Toblerone Cheesecake that J made for AH.

We then drove to Kelvin Grove and surprised AH. Hung around till 10.30pm before going home. G dropped me at the bus stop and I took the bus home...

Easter

To some Easter is about chocolate eggs and chocolate bunnies. But to Christians, it's the day Jesus conquered death.

As for me, I conquered my sleepiness and woke up early. Took the bus to UQ and attended the Morning Service. There wasn't any afternoon service because most of them went to OC.

The guest pastor wasn't really interesting to me. I enjoyed the testimony from an African sister better.

Met a new friend from China. He's currently studying an English course in QUT and he was very curious about the language in Malaysia. Haha, this really proves how diverse and multi-cultural Malaysia is.

After that, few of us went to Wah! for lunch. I shared a Bulgogi with N. After that, I went back home and made some notes till it was 6.30pm.

Bulgogi Hotpot (medium) - AUD 27.00

Then, our neighbors, P and V came over for dinner. They gave us kids a Chocolate Bunny each. I got one too (which means I'm a kid :P).

Chocolate Eggs with fillings from AS

Chocolate Bunny from P and V

After dinner, we had sago pudding for dessert. This is AS's signature dish. It was quite interesting because I've never ate it like this before.

Sago Pudding (drizzled with milk and palm sugar)

Later, I cleaned up before taking my shower. Continued working on my notes till it was 11.30pm.

I'm gonna end this post here and continue with more reading. Night...

Great

Woke up at 9.30am and had pancake for breakfast. Then, I started working on my assignment till it was 1.20pm.

Reheated some pizza as my lunch. Then, I went out to catch the bus. Got to Steele Building in UQ by 3pm.

J and I stood outside to chat and at the same time mentally support E and J as they were ushers for this week.

Church afternoon service ended at about 5.30pm. Today's topic was about marriage and relationships. It was interesting.

After that, we hung around and had some snacks before attending the OC briefing (AH and I went although we aren't going to OC).

Then, we walked to Hawken Drive for dinner. Ended up eating at "Song" which sold Authentic Malaysian Cuisine.

I looked at the menu and decided to try their "Kung Pow Chicken with Rice". But when it arrived, I was disappointed. What I expect to be black and red turned out to be orange. It was more like sweet and sour chicken with some cashew nuts. :(

Kung Pow Chicken with Rice - AUD 8.90

Had a great fellowship time throughout the dinner. Then at 8.40pm, we left to take the bus back to the city.

From there, I took the bus back to Kenmore Central. Got home at about 10.30pm and took my shower.

Another week has come to an end. I must say, I was quite productive this week. I wonder how next week will be.

Before I end this post, I wanna wish everyone a great week ahead. :)