Year 3.28 was a tiring but tremendous week, on reflection. On Monday we went to Malaysia embassy to get a visa for two, had goose lunch at wan Chai, then saw a chiropractor and had dinner with buddy to call it a day.
Day two was an exhausting day where everyone shared their feelings about a lost case. There must be a better way than merely vetting feelings. I had milk tea after the session and did not sleep till 3am.
The next day’s sharing was no better at a higher level. The transition is ten months away and there is no person in mind.
Meanwhile I shaved my head to remember Doris the next day and talked with a coworker A to help the person with the oncoming Sunday sermon. I finished my second last sermon on women in the Bible.
Day four was two and a half years without Doris. I had lunch with an admin worker S whose wife passed away two months
ago. He was in fine sprits and urged me lead more in the future. At night I attended a new fellowship to provide presence and send out my new book’s cover to friends.
Day six tutoring was canceled because my student went to NPAC with a music group. I had lunch catching up with my ex roommate Lucas. He did say, Who would listen to a new leader? After fellowship we had wonderful Vietnamese food.
On Sunday buddy suddenly showed up at my poor and we had lunch together. I had my second prestudy with my new fellowship. It went well and my new partner did the second study. We rested before we had a delicious hotpot to end the thanksgiving week.
November 27, 2018
Thursday, November 29, 2018
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Year 3.27
Year 3.27 as usual was a busy week that ended with joyous company from relatives. Monday started on a great note, going to the bank to open an account for a relative. Otherwise all my things in life are pretty much settled. We had lunch and I went to the chiropractor, followed by buddy chat and work on my second last sermon for another new book.
Day two was a taxing day with feedback on a legal issue. I had to drink milk tea to relieve the pressure, a drink I had rid of since my stroke. Night was the occasion of the last men’s fellowship bible study in putonghua. Praise God I have finished up the last study and Bible character Doris wanted me to do.
On Wednesday a UK friend had breakfast with me, telling of his son’s wedding banquet in town and ministry in UK. I have two meetings that day from 11am to 4pm. After the second meeting was over I cannot help but drank my second of milk tea in the week for over-meeting.
Day four was the final day of revision for my two new books. It was quite a relief. Today was probably the last time I get a hand massage on Thursday as I have to help a new fellowship occasionally.
On Friday tiredness caught up to me. I could do little at office but still managed to do two outlines. A coworker’s wife said, I lost weight, so the next day I found out I was 162.5 lbs from the last 161 lbs.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning. Not only did I catch up to the language I enjoyed the dynamics together. I had lunch with a core member and ended the night listening to buddys sermon with a relative.
Sunday was my return to language worship after ten weeks away teaching Sunday school. I had the unplanned opportunity to talk to a coworker about stress and briefed some. Dinner was complete with sushi and dessert at night.
November 20, 2018
Day two was a taxing day with feedback on a legal issue. I had to drink milk tea to relieve the pressure, a drink I had rid of since my stroke. Night was the occasion of the last men’s fellowship bible study in putonghua. Praise God I have finished up the last study and Bible character Doris wanted me to do.
On Wednesday a UK friend had breakfast with me, telling of his son’s wedding banquet in town and ministry in UK. I have two meetings that day from 11am to 4pm. After the second meeting was over I cannot help but drank my second of milk tea in the week for over-meeting.
Day four was the final day of revision for my two new books. It was quite a relief. Today was probably the last time I get a hand massage on Thursday as I have to help a new fellowship occasionally.
On Friday tiredness caught up to me. I could do little at office but still managed to do two outlines. A coworker’s wife said, I lost weight, so the next day I found out I was 162.5 lbs from the last 161 lbs.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning. Not only did I catch up to the language I enjoyed the dynamics together. I had lunch with a core member and ended the night listening to buddys sermon with a relative.
Sunday was my return to language worship after ten weeks away teaching Sunday school. I had the unplanned opportunity to talk to a coworker about stress and briefed some. Dinner was complete with sushi and dessert at night.
November 20, 2018
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Year 3.26
Year 3.26 was a fulfilling end to a difficult week. Monday started off with a two days retreat. The night climax was supper by the pier. The skits were funny but ironically pointed to the tension among coworkers.
Day two was bitter sweet but honest and helpful. After the retreat I went to the beach with S and P to gather my thoughts and clear my mind. They enjoyed examining the shoreline shells. The trip to Tung Chung was joined by a horde of mainland visitors but we managed to enjoy a quiet cup of high tea.
Wednesday was an arduous day meetings with leaders and language coworkers from 11am to 4pm. I felt lonely and empty attending that many meetings with retreat included. Thankfully a coworker told me he was physically tired too, so I was not unique with my feelings.
Day four was slightly better with friend Justin coming by to share his latest job prospects. My presence at a new fellowship was delayed for another week so I had time for hand treatment.
On Friday our department went through our year plan smoothly and had a department lunch. The guys were really efficient at their work. I think the department is in safe hands.
Day six was enjoyable language tutoring for two in the morning, followed by attendance at a graduation, where three coworkers graduated. So far I’ve been blessed to be invited to two graduation.
Sunday was last day of Sunday school, one of my most satisfying classes. Two seminary students attended in rapt attention. At night we ate at our favorite golden belly restaurant. For two days I got over my tiredness with a good massage from a relative.
December 13, 2018
Day two was bitter sweet but honest and helpful. After the retreat I went to the beach with S and P to gather my thoughts and clear my mind. They enjoyed examining the shoreline shells. The trip to Tung Chung was joined by a horde of mainland visitors but we managed to enjoy a quiet cup of high tea.
Wednesday was an arduous day meetings with leaders and language coworkers from 11am to 4pm. I felt lonely and empty attending that many meetings with retreat included. Thankfully a coworker told me he was physically tired too, so I was not unique with my feelings.
Day four was slightly better with friend Justin coming by to share his latest job prospects. My presence at a new fellowship was delayed for another week so I had time for hand treatment.
On Friday our department went through our year plan smoothly and had a department lunch. The guys were really efficient at their work. I think the department is in safe hands.
Day six was enjoyable language tutoring for two in the morning, followed by attendance at a graduation, where three coworkers graduated. So far I’ve been blessed to be invited to two graduation.
Sunday was last day of Sunday school, one of my most satisfying classes. Two seminary students attended in rapt attention. At night we ate at our favorite golden belly restaurant. For two days I got over my tiredness with a good massage from a relative.
December 13, 2018
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Year 3.25
Year 3.25 was a happy one with loved ones. Jon left today. He’s a brother who care for me very much, taking the trouble to visit me after my stroke, so I did my best to teach him Grammar Bible. We watched First Man together and I was touched by the movie couples relationship.
Day two I joined coworkers for a free flu prevention jab on the fifth week when we do not have a coworkers meeting. I had to correct a list of errata for my book before Friday’s due date.
On Wednesday I was invited to join James and family for dinner. He is definitely growing in the Lord. It’s a matter of how he used his resources for the ministry.
Day four was a strange day in more days than one. I dreamed my coworker got reserved parking in church but I could not called him to pick up Doris when it rained, so I took a taxi with yk another coworker, but her child was too busy to get into the car. Some unexpectedly called me and buddy for dinner. It turned out ok, not much drama or development. I was able to get a better chiropractor hour to accommodate lunch. At night I found Doris’ Doctor of Education degree her sister had put under the bed.
Friday was a relief because I finally finished my James chart with pomp and pride. When I first started on it there was nothing much to say, so much so I almost gave up.
Day six was a joyous day for me. The morning began with shopping for a game for Doris’ diploma. On top of correcting my book for the last time, I received two after a three weeks absence. Character, courage and compassion are slowly forming.
On Sunday I met Jamie from the seminary. In the evening I canceled dinner with youth because one is having problems. Instead we went to Outback for rib.
November 6, 2018
Day two I joined coworkers for a free flu prevention jab on the fifth week when we do not have a coworkers meeting. I had to correct a list of errata for my book before Friday’s due date.
On Wednesday I was invited to join James and family for dinner. He is definitely growing in the Lord. It’s a matter of how he used his resources for the ministry.
Day four was a strange day in more days than one. I dreamed my coworker got reserved parking in church but I could not called him to pick up Doris when it rained, so I took a taxi with yk another coworker, but her child was too busy to get into the car. Some unexpectedly called me and buddy for dinner. It turned out ok, not much drama or development. I was able to get a better chiropractor hour to accommodate lunch. At night I found Doris’ Doctor of Education degree her sister had put under the bed.
Friday was a relief because I finally finished my James chart with pomp and pride. When I first started on it there was nothing much to say, so much so I almost gave up.
Day six was a joyous day for me. The morning began with shopping for a game for Doris’ diploma. On top of correcting my book for the last time, I received two after a three weeks absence. Character, courage and compassion are slowly forming.
On Sunday I met Jamie from the seminary. In the evening I canceled dinner with youth because one is having problems. Instead we went to Outback for rib.
November 6, 2018
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Year 3.24
Year 3.24 was a great week. I went to tst book exhibition after a long absence. On Monday our prayer group had dinner together. I started working on the corrections to my new books.
Day two I was off to see Dr Yu who told me I have no aneurysm. He was very gracious to me. It was good news but I’d better wait for tomorrow’s visit to the hospital.
On Wednesday was leaders meeting, followed by an important hospital appointment. The doctor even said no surgery is needed. My department coworker was with me.
On day four I made an hours walk following a doctor’s advice. I made my first appearance at a new fellowship at night. I have decided to visit more after the present pastor has left.
On Friday I visited Paul at ymca, where I met Chu from my old denomination in USA. More important friend Jon was in town for four days to check on my health. I took the day off and we had mixed grill dinner at KF. At night I could feel my right foot wearing slippers.
On day six I took Jon to the Peak. He was also here to learn how to use the Grammar Bible. I was gracious for his presence and insights.
On Sunday I thought students the Greek alphabet. They were really good. Later at mid noon I led a prestudy for the new fellowship. At night we had “golden belly” dinner at Yata.
October 31, 2018
Day two I was off to see Dr Yu who told me I have no aneurysm. He was very gracious to me. It was good news but I’d better wait for tomorrow’s visit to the hospital.
On Wednesday was leaders meeting, followed by an important hospital appointment. The doctor even said no surgery is needed. My department coworker was with me.
On day four I made an hours walk following a doctor’s advice. I made my first appearance at a new fellowship at night. I have decided to visit more after the present pastor has left.
On Friday I visited Paul at ymca, where I met Chu from my old denomination in USA. More important friend Jon was in town for four days to check on my health. I took the day off and we had mixed grill dinner at KF. At night I could feel my right foot wearing slippers.
On day six I took Jon to the Peak. He was also here to learn how to use the Grammar Bible. I was gracious for his presence and insights.
On Sunday I thought students the Greek alphabet. They were really good. Later at mid noon I led a prestudy for the new fellowship. At night we had “golden belly” dinner at Yata.
October 31, 2018
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