Year 4.31 was winter solstice week. Monday was a slow day besides a chiropractor appointment. I napped twice after a busy baptism week the day before.
Day two was Christmas lunch at the office. I got a small bear which I gave away but got four clothes hangers in return. I had a long talk with my English coworker.
On Wednesday I had to settle continuing tension between language coworkers. At night was leaders meeting and I finally took my new broom home.
Day four was a busy sermon preparation day as I tried to complete my Lam 3 sermon to my satisfaction. It should be ok after the disaster with Lam 1 previously.
On Friday I finally wrapped up my sermon; only ppt was missing. I had dinner with A before two joined us. They had lots to chat before hiking tomorrow.
Day four morning was icc audit. I did not join ops but lunch. Our partners suggested to allow one to attend yf worship and not join the center. Night was a haircut to remember Doris.
Sunday’s sermon was one of the most motivating. At night four of us had dinner with Moks. It was a very special winter solstice dinner.
December 14, 2019
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Friday, December 20, 2019
Year 4.30
Year 4.30 was a less intense week. On Monday I went to see a chiropractor in Mongkok without drama to fix my left arm. I saw a rthk 6 months later short production that made my tears drop.
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Day two was a busy day hopping from one meeting to another. I managed to work on 1 Peter 1 for a short while.
Wednesday morning was a leaders meeting that went 4 1/2hours long for next year’s budget. I had to cancel my next icc meeting out of fatigue.
Day four was not easier. I had lunch with A who had a beef serving with my old friend L and even his replacement D. At least I heard first hand the problem. Dinner was with two leaders.
Friday was weird. A coworker asked if I was ok with the person leaving who said it was fulltime or nothing. Dinner with Mok sister was canceled but I’m looking forward to winter dinner next week.
Day six was another chiropractor appointment. A person told me the library’s public WiFi had scrubbed clean all protest videos on a persons YouTube front page. I had to go through a coworker’s message last minute. Dinner was with buddy and two. Fellowship Christmas program was three hours long so it was exhausting.
Sunday was a full program with baptism. It was festive and I gave books to seven candidates. I had to get flowers that busy afternoon. Separately, at the English worship the speaker gave a good message after I helped tightened up his long sermon.
December 17, 2019
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Day two was a busy day hopping from one meeting to another. I managed to work on 1 Peter 1 for a short while.
Wednesday morning was a leaders meeting that went 4 1/2hours long for next year’s budget. I had to cancel my next icc meeting out of fatigue.
Day four was not easier. I had lunch with A who had a beef serving with my old friend L and even his replacement D. At least I heard first hand the problem. Dinner was with two leaders.
Friday was weird. A coworker asked if I was ok with the person leaving who said it was fulltime or nothing. Dinner with Mok sister was canceled but I’m looking forward to winter dinner next week.
Day six was another chiropractor appointment. A person told me the library’s public WiFi had scrubbed clean all protest videos on a persons YouTube front page. I had to go through a coworker’s message last minute. Dinner was with buddy and two. Fellowship Christmas program was three hours long so it was exhausting.
Sunday was a full program with baptism. It was festive and I gave books to seven candidates. I had to get flowers that busy afternoon. Separately, at the English worship the speaker gave a good message after I helped tightened up his long sermon.
December 17, 2019
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Year 4.29
Year 4.29 was a huge human rights week. On Monday I had a lively afternoon interview as a reference for a friend. It took 45 minutes but the questions were direct and revealing.
Day two was an awkward day asi had to talk to someone who felt disjointed in blue. I assured the person I’ll do my best to make room for him to air his side, but his issue is more of anger than politics.
Wednesday morning was prayer meeting for me. A leader shared his disappointment over how he’s perceived lately that resulted in him being passed over. Lunch was a full yum cha session.
Day four was a chiropractor appointment and night was a last minute dinner joining buddy and R.T who were having a night meeting. The company was good and the dinner was a bargain. Youth had a rehearsal.
Friday came and I started working on 1 Peter for my next series to meet HK challenges head on. At lunch I told BJ I saw J from USA last week having breakfast with Some. I was better today after the cold front yesterday tested my knees sorely the first day.
Day six was English core in the morning, followed by lunch with them. I was tired noon on but picked up to attend fellowship at night.
Sunday was a special day. Two led worship and I had company as we walked three hours from Victoria Park at 230pm. We went only up to Wan Chai at 530pm but I had to leave for celebration dinner with Elvin who passed his doctoral oral defense this week. Four others joined me as we had a Moko blast. At the end of the night I had massage for my tired legs.
December 10, 2019
Day two was an awkward day asi had to talk to someone who felt disjointed in blue. I assured the person I’ll do my best to make room for him to air his side, but his issue is more of anger than politics.
Wednesday morning was prayer meeting for me. A leader shared his disappointment over how he’s perceived lately that resulted in him being passed over. Lunch was a full yum cha session.
Day four was a chiropractor appointment and night was a last minute dinner joining buddy and R.T who were having a night meeting. The company was good and the dinner was a bargain. Youth had a rehearsal.
Friday came and I started working on 1 Peter for my next series to meet HK challenges head on. At lunch I told BJ I saw J from USA last week having breakfast with Some. I was better today after the cold front yesterday tested my knees sorely the first day.
Day six was English core in the morning, followed by lunch with them. I was tired noon on but picked up to attend fellowship at night.
Sunday was a special day. Two led worship and I had company as we walked three hours from Victoria Park at 230pm. We went only up to Wan Chai at 530pm but I had to leave for celebration dinner with Elvin who passed his doctoral oral defense this week. Four others joined me as we had a Moko blast. At the end of the night I had massage for my tired legs.
December 10, 2019
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Year 4.28
Year 4.28 was a rapturous week. On Monday it was clear the votes were 70% yellow. The silent majority had made their voice heard. Honestly I don’t think changes are in the air.
Day two’s dialogue became a sharing day, a disappointment for those who wanted more and were promised much. Yet it was good all got to share how fellowships were affected in political times.
Wednesday was morning leaders meeting. We got the unexpected news that candidate was turned down. I had no part in it, although I tried.
Day four lunch was a postponed lunch with China James who is pondering what to do with his life after retirement next year, At school board meeting I met a political assistant who was full of praise for Karl Marx! He hoped to study theology and wanted to be my Sunday school student soon.
Friday was a joyous day as two helped to lead worship at a big event for the first time. Bus stoppages caused me to take a bus to Lai King to bypass TG Kwai Fong. Coworker surprised me by scheduling a guest seminary day.
Day six was a day shift because fellowship was rest day on fifth Saturday. I had a good chiropractor appointment and tried a new fruit restaurant with buddy.
Sunday was nervous time with Lamentations 1, my fourth time now.
We had food after fellowship. Newcomer D touched me with his tears. Sun also attended. His baptism is coming up.
December 3, 2019
Day two’s dialogue became a sharing day, a disappointment for those who wanted more and were promised much. Yet it was good all got to share how fellowships were affected in political times.
Wednesday was morning leaders meeting. We got the unexpected news that candidate was turned down. I had no part in it, although I tried.
Day four lunch was a postponed lunch with China James who is pondering what to do with his life after retirement next year, At school board meeting I met a political assistant who was full of praise for Karl Marx! He hoped to study theology and wanted to be my Sunday school student soon.
Friday was a joyous day as two helped to lead worship at a big event for the first time. Bus stoppages caused me to take a bus to Lai King to bypass TG Kwai Fong. Coworker surprised me by scheduling a guest seminary day.
Day six was a day shift because fellowship was rest day on fifth Saturday. I had a good chiropractor appointment and tried a new fruit restaurant with buddy.
Sunday was nervous time with Lamentations 1, my fourth time now.
We had food after fellowship. Newcomer D touched me with his tears. Sun also attended. His baptism is coming up.
December 3, 2019
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Year 4.27
Year 4.27 is a pleasant climax, for a change. On Monday the passé at Poly U were messy, with no end in sight. Hearts were down and hopes were fading. I had breakfast with CU Alex.
Day two church statement made the rounds with two sides polarized. A few forceful ones made their voice heard, but they were in the minority.
Wednesday night leaders was canceled to be replaced by online voting. I was confirmed handily this way.
Day four’s lunch and tea were canceled. One was sick. I went to get a hair cut for tomorrow. A coworker surprisingly wore the same shirt I wore for work.
Friday was remembering Doris three and a half years loss. I gave coworkers my new book in her memory. At night I had dinner with the boys, who will attend a retreat the next day.
Day six was chiropractor appointment in the afternoon, followed by a rare night preaching session on Lamentations 1, which was my worst sermon for a long time few weeks ago. Praise God it turned out right this time.
Sunday was nervous time as I had to exercise in the morning before preaching at the 8:30am session. At least I remembered the time just last night. There was a graduation ceremony and dinner to attend, and voting to end the night on a high note.
November 29, 2019
Day two church statement made the rounds with two sides polarized. A few forceful ones made their voice heard, but they were in the minority.
Wednesday night leaders was canceled to be replaced by online voting. I was confirmed handily this way.
Day four’s lunch and tea were canceled. One was sick. I went to get a hair cut for tomorrow. A coworker surprisingly wore the same shirt I wore for work.
Friday was remembering Doris three and a half years loss. I gave coworkers my new book in her memory. At night I had dinner with the boys, who will attend a retreat the next day.
Day six was chiropractor appointment in the afternoon, followed by a rare night preaching session on Lamentations 1, which was my worst sermon for a long time few weeks ago. Praise God it turned out right this time.
Sunday was nervous time as I had to exercise in the morning before preaching at the 8:30am session. At least I remembered the time just last night. There was a graduation ceremony and dinner to attend, and voting to end the night on a high note.
November 29, 2019
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Year 4.26
Year 4.26 was an unimaginably bad week. Monday was a boycott day. I almost missed a chiropractor appointment but got there five minutes late after calling that I could cancel because the trains were not moving. Our birthday with colleague Grace was canceled, so was church couples 1111 night.
Day two we had staff prayer meeting for HK and a short meeting. I had a straight talk with buddy about how he’s not leading in his job.
Wednesday transport was so bad I had to turn back home. Leaders morning meeting was canceled. I tried again in the afternoon but it did not work. Thankfully XB called me that her lwy will take care of things.
On day four I had to see two chiropractors but I’m not complaining because it was not easy for them to get around too. Other chiropractors have no patients.
On Friday like many days this week, I got home earlier. I was worried for a CU student who will finally chose to leave campus tomorrow.
Day six morning was a good day because I got to hear Choi speak at our morning worship. It was a good message. Young guys joined me.
Sunday retreat was canceled. It was an extremely bad day for HK as Poly U students were trapped inside the university. I woke up 3am to pray and watch TV.
November 19, 2019
Day two we had staff prayer meeting for HK and a short meeting. I had a straight talk with buddy about how he’s not leading in his job.
Wednesday transport was so bad I had to turn back home. Leaders morning meeting was canceled. I tried again in the afternoon but it did not work. Thankfully XB called me that her lwy will take care of things.
On day four I had to see two chiropractors but I’m not complaining because it was not easy for them to get around too. Other chiropractors have no patients.
On Friday like many days this week, I got home earlier. I was worried for a CU student who will finally chose to leave campus tomorrow.
Day six morning was a good day because I got to hear Choi speak at our morning worship. It was a good message. Young guys joined me.
Sunday retreat was canceled. It was an extremely bad day for HK as Poly U students were trapped inside the university. I woke up 3am to pray and watch TV.
November 19, 2019
Friday, November 15, 2019
Year 4.25
Year 4.25 was disastrous in the worst way possible. Monday was ok as I bought flowers and the usual midst chores but I try to stay home to rest and do some writing.
UST student Chow was shot early 1am Tuesday morning. Coworkers have injection day but I’m beginning to work on Lamentations 3, another beautiful passage.
Wednesday morning was leaders prayer meeting, when I cried for Chow who was in coma. A month ago another boy was shot a day before our prayer meeting. I did not join lunch together because I needed to temper myself down. Percy joined me for lunch and I told him how i felt and I felt better.
Day four was chiropractor day on my half day office. Two joined me for dinner and I snoozed after dinner. Night was at library.
Friday was terrible. Chow passed away and HK was in grief and chaos. It’s Hk’s turning point with vengeance being voiced in the streets. I went with xb and Yf to meet Samuel on what’s the next step for their kids.
Day six was lunch with Peter, eastern and Tracy before pth meeting. The boys were hiking so I left after fellowship. The fellowship had combined groups.
Sunday was last SS class and it was easily my best course. The students bought a lot of my new books that arrived just in time. After all was over we six had hiT.
November 12, 2019
UST student Chow was shot early 1am Tuesday morning. Coworkers have injection day but I’m beginning to work on Lamentations 3, another beautiful passage.
Wednesday morning was leaders prayer meeting, when I cried for Chow who was in coma. A month ago another boy was shot a day before our prayer meeting. I did not join lunch together because I needed to temper myself down. Percy joined me for lunch and I told him how i felt and I felt better.
Day four was chiropractor day on my half day office. Two joined me for dinner and I snoozed after dinner. Night was at library.
Friday was terrible. Chow passed away and HK was in grief and chaos. It’s Hk’s turning point with vengeance being voiced in the streets. I went with xb and Yf to meet Samuel on what’s the next step for their kids.
Day six was lunch with Peter, eastern and Tracy before pth meeting. The boys were hiking so I left after fellowship. The fellowship had combined groups.
Sunday was last SS class and it was easily my best course. The students bought a lot of my new books that arrived just in time. After all was over we six had hiT.
November 12, 2019
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Year 4.24
Year 4.24 was an uneasy week with sermon looming. On Monday I headed to Mui Wo for coworkers retreat and had good conversation and company with KL. The sharing at night was very good.
Day twos retreat was highlighted by Ls good message- humorous, transparent and positive. I feel he’s ready for the challenge ahead. I returned to the office after lunch to get ready for TS preaching tomorrow.
TS turned out better than I thought the next day, so good that a students blue spouse started saying hi to me two days later.
Day four was chiropractor, followed by lunch with a grouchy D leader. I had lots to do with Sunday Lamentations sermon still up in the air. The day was very disappointing as I was the only dissenting vp vote.
On Friday night a pth young man joined us for dinner and stayed overnight because night travel is uneasy nowadays. We went for Vietnamese dinner.
Day six was the busiest day in a long while, with A mom funeral in the morning and buddy daughter’s wedding in the afternoon and dinner at night, so much so I took the day off to attend all! I realized the American in me when I asked a couple blocking our wedding view to please move aside.
Sunday school and sermon was a flop Sunday because the sermon was too lengthy.
We had HiT at Edward before returning home. Still we ate light at night.
November 5, 2019
Day twos retreat was highlighted by Ls good message- humorous, transparent and positive. I feel he’s ready for the challenge ahead. I returned to the office after lunch to get ready for TS preaching tomorrow.
TS turned out better than I thought the next day, so good that a students blue spouse started saying hi to me two days later.
Day four was chiropractor, followed by lunch with a grouchy D leader. I had lots to do with Sunday Lamentations sermon still up in the air. The day was very disappointing as I was the only dissenting vp vote.
On Friday night a pth young man joined us for dinner and stayed overnight because night travel is uneasy nowadays. We went for Vietnamese dinner.
Day six was the busiest day in a long while, with A mom funeral in the morning and buddy daughter’s wedding in the afternoon and dinner at night, so much so I took the day off to attend all! I realized the American in me when I asked a couple blocking our wedding view to please move aside.
Sunday school and sermon was a flop Sunday because the sermon was too lengthy.
We had HiT at Edward before returning home. Still we ate light at night.
November 5, 2019
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Year 4.23
Year 4.23 was slightly better but cops are making things worse. On Monday I walked to Mongkok to see the damage there as it was not too far from flower street. I got my hair cut for tomorrow as well.
Day two was the 41st month of Doris’ loss. Coworkers meeting was as usual but we had to hold the fort for the diverse of opinions among coworkers and one irritant than others.
On Wednesday morning leaders decided not to entertain absentees to rewrite suggestions without discussion. It was a long meeting but I did my part to lead Lam 1 devotion on the spot. I gave a blunt response to
the candidate of choice from the senior leaders.
On Day four I woke up to a dream of Doris wanted by FBI! Our coworkers met old coworker S for breakfast. I went to chiropractor for an hour and half the group was still talking till lunch!
On Friday morning I went to my first walk up the island reservoir. It was very good steep walk and exercise for my wobbly legs. Later I had breakfast with language coworker to help with speakers schedule for the new quarter.
On Saturday I waited at home for my foot masseur, who wanted to place his massage table at my place. I felt bad at the death of his father. At night I listened to L’s sermon on 2 Kings 2.
Sunday school was into the eight week and we had a good time as usual. Jonah’s request to die, like Elijah with the same imperative, made me emotional. We had a good HiT and prayer. At night I got ready for tomorrow’s Mui Wo retreat.
Oct 28, 2019
Day two was the 41st month of Doris’ loss. Coworkers meeting was as usual but we had to hold the fort for the diverse of opinions among coworkers and one irritant than others.
On Wednesday morning leaders decided not to entertain absentees to rewrite suggestions without discussion. It was a long meeting but I did my part to lead Lam 1 devotion on the spot. I gave a blunt response to
the candidate of choice from the senior leaders.
On Day four I woke up to a dream of Doris wanted by FBI! Our coworkers met old coworker S for breakfast. I went to chiropractor for an hour and half the group was still talking till lunch!
On Friday morning I went to my first walk up the island reservoir. It was very good steep walk and exercise for my wobbly legs. Later I had breakfast with language coworker to help with speakers schedule for the new quarter.
On Saturday I waited at home for my foot masseur, who wanted to place his massage table at my place. I felt bad at the death of his father. At night I listened to L’s sermon on 2 Kings 2.
Sunday school was into the eight week and we had a good time as usual. Jonah’s request to die, like Elijah with the same imperative, made me emotional. We had a good HiT and prayer. At night I got ready for tomorrow’s Mui Wo retreat.
Oct 28, 2019
Friday, October 25, 2019
Year 4.22
Year 4.22 was just as dramatic as the past weeks. On Monday we had a quiet breakfast and then lunch before the bus arrived. As usual I went to flower street to buy flowers for Doris. The rest of the day was refreshing to get ready for the week.
Day two I met two coworkers, one to adjust roles and fellowship, and the second for dinner because his wife is out of town. Unexpectedly we bumped into four dragons Ivan.
I was not looking forward to Wednesday because of a difficult wedding rehearsal at night. At least buddy and I had a good dinner with two deacons and an early dismissal at night leaders meeting due mtrs 10pm closure.
Day four was focusing on Lam 3, hopefully I can get all my observations in by the weekend. I also have a chiropractor appointment for my left arm, which is not improving.
Bless Faith’s heart. On Friday my relative brought me fish for the night’s meal. I finally completed my preliminary message on Lam 1.
Day six morning was the wedding and I was well prepared, so was my sermon speaking coworker. The rest of the night fellowship was canceled, so we left for early dinner.
Sunday school was good as usual. I had breakfast and rested before worship. I was almost caught in the closure of transport services for another week after HiT with youth. Other young people with we’re not so fortunate. For dinner I went to a neighbors home for ramen.
October 22, 2019
Day two I met two coworkers, one to adjust roles and fellowship, and the second for dinner because his wife is out of town. Unexpectedly we bumped into four dragons Ivan.
I was not looking forward to Wednesday because of a difficult wedding rehearsal at night. At least buddy and I had a good dinner with two deacons and an early dismissal at night leaders meeting due mtrs 10pm closure.
Day four was focusing on Lam 3, hopefully I can get all my observations in by the weekend. I also have a chiropractor appointment for my left arm, which is not improving.
Bless Faith’s heart. On Friday my relative brought me fish for the night’s meal. I finally completed my preliminary message on Lam 1.
Day six morning was the wedding and I was well prepared, so was my sermon speaking coworker. The rest of the night fellowship was canceled, so we left for early dinner.
Sunday school was good as usual. I had breakfast and rested before worship. I was almost caught in the closure of transport services for another week after HiT with youth. Other young people with we’re not so fortunate. For dinner I went to a neighbors home for ramen.
October 22, 2019
Friday, October 18, 2019
Year 4.21
Year 4.21 is unbelievably bad. Monday was so bad after the chaos yesterday that I had to cancel lunch appointment with a rep of an organization. At least I stayed home and did some hiking.
Day two was back to normal. I started working on Lamentations 1 and saw the beauty in it. In the meantime 1 Kings 19 for Sunday is on my mind.
On Wednesday we had a morning leaders meeting but I skipped team lunch with buddy and joined language prayer immediately after. At least I got the two leaders to agree on closing 4pm coming Sunday.
Day four lunch was with Raymond. He has his thinking but I think he got caught in taking sides. At night I had TS meeting and invited Keith to hear me speaking in English this week.
On Friday I finished my coming Sunday’s ppt. I was happy I found a depression illustration for my sermon.
Day six brings a lot of anxiety with the protesters marching past the church. Our night worship was almost canceled but for my last minute intervention, saying “Wait.” Night fellowship was canceled.
Sunday sermon was very well received. Creamy asked for prayer. I had high tea with youth but received an emergency text that sent me to the cswps comforting a family. My coworker took over two hours later but the crisis was till midnight.
October 15, 2019
Day two was back to normal. I started working on Lamentations 1 and saw the beauty in it. In the meantime 1 Kings 19 for Sunday is on my mind.
On Wednesday we had a morning leaders meeting but I skipped team lunch with buddy and joined language prayer immediately after. At least I got the two leaders to agree on closing 4pm coming Sunday.
Day four lunch was with Raymond. He has his thinking but I think he got caught in taking sides. At night I had TS meeting and invited Keith to hear me speaking in English this week.
On Friday I finished my coming Sunday’s ppt. I was happy I found a depression illustration for my sermon.
Day six brings a lot of anxiety with the protesters marching past the church. Our night worship was almost canceled but for my last minute intervention, saying “Wait.” Night fellowship was canceled.
Sunday sermon was very well received. Creamy asked for prayer. I had high tea with youth but received an emergency text that sent me to the cswps comforting a family. My coworker took over two hours later but the crisis was till midnight.
October 15, 2019
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Year 4.20
Year 4.20 was another crazy week, if not craziest yet. I invited the boys over for lunch and we ate Vietnamese dinner at KT An Nam. Overall we had lots of fun with three other young people.
Day two was a big day. I took the boys to Dragon Tribe for the biggest bbq treat. We went home for exercise and food. The national day chaos forced a youth to stay overnight because he could not return to shatin but it was good bonding.
On Wednesday I skipped prayer lunch to visit the place where the boy was shot. It helped me to deal with the stress and mixed feelings. I felt relieved afterwards. We also had our small coworkers group sharing.
Day four was a chiropractor appointment in late afternoon. Otherwise I had to get ready Sunday’s sermon and translation on 1 John 4.
On Friday I started working on our sudden turnaround sermon on Lamentations 1 for next month. It is surprisingly refreshing rather than alarming passage.
On day six all transport was paralyzed and morning worship was canceled. I did not go to the office but I was glad I had almost finished my sermon and ppt for tomorrow.
On Sunday I taught Sunday school on Jonah 2 but did not have lunch with my students because I had to rest and preach in the next hour. The sermon was well received and revises my sermon after lunch. We went out for food after fellowship but was caught in mtr closure, so we had to walk to Kwai Fong and took a bus to Kwai Fong and then to island.
October 8, 2019
Day two was a big day. I took the boys to Dragon Tribe for the biggest bbq treat. We went home for exercise and food. The national day chaos forced a youth to stay overnight because he could not return to shatin but it was good bonding.
On Wednesday I skipped prayer lunch to visit the place where the boy was shot. It helped me to deal with the stress and mixed feelings. I felt relieved afterwards. We also had our small coworkers group sharing.
Day four was a chiropractor appointment in late afternoon. Otherwise I had to get ready Sunday’s sermon and translation on 1 John 4.
On Friday I started working on our sudden turnaround sermon on Lamentations 1 for next month. It is surprisingly refreshing rather than alarming passage.
On day six all transport was paralyzed and morning worship was canceled. I did not go to the office but I was glad I had almost finished my sermon and ppt for tomorrow.
On Sunday I taught Sunday school on Jonah 2 but did not have lunch with my students because I had to rest and preach in the next hour. The sermon was well received and revises my sermon after lunch. We went out for food after fellowship but was caught in mtr closure, so we had to walk to Kwai Fong and took a bus to Kwai Fong and then to island.
October 8, 2019
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Year 4.19
Year 4.19 seems unreal heading to China’s 70th anniversary. On Monday we had lunch with the Mok sisters. Vivien was in town for one day. Amazingly my good friend Albert from USA was in town too. My publisher sent me my new book cover, so the book is set for release in as fast as three weeks.
Day two was a busy day heading into next week’s holiday. I had to work hard on 1 John 4, as well as the translation. It is taking shape but I’m not confident. At night I visited a coworker at KW.
On Wednesday we had leaders meeting in the morning. I don’t think we accomplished much although we worked fast. The new leadership has a lot of challenges ahead for sure.
Day four lunch was spent at chiropractor office. He worked on my bad left hand. It was painful but at least he’s the only person willing to try. My foot masseur’s father is critical at the hospital.
Friday morning was supposed to be at Starbucks but coworker had diarrhea. I was so busy with hospital coworker that others are secondary.
Day six morning was a good start as I managed to buy six Apple magazines. Lunch was visiting K again before he was discharged. I treated myself to Paisano for the third time.
Sunday school was a blessing again, this time finally finishing Jonah chapter one. After lunch I led prestudy for a coworker who was sick. I took five youth for high tea and got flowers for Doris. At PE we met a lot of cops, so we bypassed them for another turnstile.
October 1, 2019
Day two was a busy day heading into next week’s holiday. I had to work hard on 1 John 4, as well as the translation. It is taking shape but I’m not confident. At night I visited a coworker at KW.
On Wednesday we had leaders meeting in the morning. I don’t think we accomplished much although we worked fast. The new leadership has a lot of challenges ahead for sure.
Day four lunch was spent at chiropractor office. He worked on my bad left hand. It was painful but at least he’s the only person willing to try. My foot masseur’s father is critical at the hospital.
Friday morning was supposed to be at Starbucks but coworker had diarrhea. I was so busy with hospital coworker that others are secondary.
Day six morning was a good start as I managed to buy six Apple magazines. Lunch was visiting K again before he was discharged. I treated myself to Paisano for the third time.
Sunday school was a blessing again, this time finally finishing Jonah chapter one. After lunch I led prestudy for a coworker who was sick. I took five youth for high tea and got flowers for Doris. At PE we met a lot of cops, so we bypassed them for another turnstile.
October 1, 2019
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Year 4.18
Year 4.18 was not getting better in HK with citizens fighting against each other. On Monday I bought flowers as usual at PE and had a foot massage before sunset. At night I hop onto a ferry to ifc for a previously canceled dinner from the night before due unrest.
Day two was work as usual. I had started to drink coffee since last week and so far I have more energy. This morning was another week of an hour’s walking besides another half an hour swimming/gym. I spent time looking for illustrations on 1 John 4, which is my sermon next week.
Wednesday was leaders meeting. The meeting ended early because our leader had to leave 2pm.
Lunch was good. I could even go to language meeting after a short rest.
Day four was subbing for a night fellowship because my coworker K was hospitalized, so my foot massage was canceled. It was refreshing to see the group’s ability to handle fellowship by themselves.
Friday lunch was farewell to Loh and dinner was with Doris’ two Kingston friends. One friend was yellow and the other was blue but they only found out they had different ideologies that night. Visitors to hk had lessened, we can feel it that night in Jordan.
Saturday lunch was with my Indon counterpart and a few coworkers. I waited for two to join me to visit my hospitalized coworker. We had Italian dinner at Paisanos before I had a haircut at home.
Sunday was a good Sunday school and a thoughtful visitor’s sermon. I had high tea with the youth group and took the bus home. It was also the three years four months of Doris’ loss so I bought flowers.
September 24, 2019
Day two was work as usual. I had started to drink coffee since last week and so far I have more energy. This morning was another week of an hour’s walking besides another half an hour swimming/gym. I spent time looking for illustrations on 1 John 4, which is my sermon next week.
Wednesday was leaders meeting. The meeting ended early because our leader had to leave 2pm.
Lunch was good. I could even go to language meeting after a short rest.
Day four was subbing for a night fellowship because my coworker K was hospitalized, so my foot massage was canceled. It was refreshing to see the group’s ability to handle fellowship by themselves.
Friday lunch was farewell to Loh and dinner was with Doris’ two Kingston friends. One friend was yellow and the other was blue but they only found out they had different ideologies that night. Visitors to hk had lessened, we can feel it that night in Jordan.
Saturday lunch was with my Indon counterpart and a few coworkers. I waited for two to join me to visit my hospitalized coworker. We had Italian dinner at Paisanos before I had a haircut at home.
Sunday was a good Sunday school and a thoughtful visitor’s sermon. I had high tea with the youth group and took the bus home. It was also the three years four months of Doris’ loss so I bought flowers.
September 24, 2019
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Year 4.17
Year 4.17 was a big week as I monitored my health. I was released on Monday from pmh after the ECG, X-ray and CT scan turned out negative. Relative Marion and I had Simply Life lunch before I visited my local doctor, who gave me medication for vertigo.
Day two was a home rest for me. The dizzy spell persisted when I turned, bent, jerk, laid down or looked down. I tried complete rest but my mind was active doing work.
On Wednesday I was tired of my helplessness,so I returned to morning exercise, walking more than previously. After a short rest I returned to work for a meeting but it was canceled. After lunch and a bit of work on Jonah I went home for a nap and resumed work in the clubhouse, where I managed to write two outlines. Praise God, because I was stuck on 1 John 4 and 5 for some time.
Day four was half day, so I scheduled a chiropractor and a foot massage appointment. The rest of the night was spent working on Moses series study guide.
Friday was Festival day, so we got off at 4pm. I took a bus to Kwai Fong rather than mtr since it was tear gassed and bought bbq pork to the home of the Laus, who graciously invited me for dinner. His wife encouraged me to take two flights of steps to strengthen my feet and it worked immediately when we practiced it.
Day six was still public holiday. First Jay and Amy came by to my house so that Amy the nurse can monitor my heartbeat for 24 hours. Then Mok sisters came by to visit Doris because Vivien is in town. We went to Oma’s for lunch. The rest of the day was relaxing.
The next days Sunday school was enjoyable but I was too tired and shortened my breakfast before worship began. A quick nap after lunch did wonders and I was energized. My dinner with a USA friend at ifc was canceled because of unrest in Admiralty.
September 17, 2019
Day two was a home rest for me. The dizzy spell persisted when I turned, bent, jerk, laid down or looked down. I tried complete rest but my mind was active doing work.
On Wednesday I was tired of my helplessness,so I returned to morning exercise, walking more than previously. After a short rest I returned to work for a meeting but it was canceled. After lunch and a bit of work on Jonah I went home for a nap and resumed work in the clubhouse, where I managed to write two outlines. Praise God, because I was stuck on 1 John 4 and 5 for some time.
Day four was half day, so I scheduled a chiropractor and a foot massage appointment. The rest of the night was spent working on Moses series study guide.
Friday was Festival day, so we got off at 4pm. I took a bus to Kwai Fong rather than mtr since it was tear gassed and bought bbq pork to the home of the Laus, who graciously invited me for dinner. His wife encouraged me to take two flights of steps to strengthen my feet and it worked immediately when we practiced it.
Day six was still public holiday. First Jay and Amy came by to my house so that Amy the nurse can monitor my heartbeat for 24 hours. Then Mok sisters came by to visit Doris because Vivien is in town. We went to Oma’s for lunch. The rest of the day was relaxing.
The next days Sunday school was enjoyable but I was too tired and shortened my breakfast before worship began. A quick nap after lunch did wonders and I was energized. My dinner with a USA friend at ifc was canceled because of unrest in Admiralty.
September 17, 2019
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Year 4.16
Year 4.16 was a dizzying week. Monday was a relaxing flower street day. I noticed Prince Edward mtr was closed. I got hang out with my buddies to see how things are for L’s future. Next was foot massage, dinner and writing for the rest of the day. HK politics was was too much so I’m distancing myself some.
Day two was a relaxing day but there was still much to do in anticipation of preaching more than once a week the next four months. A USA friend W was in town and we had dinner together.
Wednesday was lunch with S who was leaving. The disappointment was too much for the person, and buddy and I listened but the expectations were too high to bridge. Night leaders meeting ended 11am, earlier than usual.
Day four was a chiropractor and foot massage appointment. I’ve been working on the Jonah SS that will start on Sunday. It is rounding up but more is needed for ten weeks of class.
Friday was more or less the same with Jonah my main concern. I wasn’t sure my spiritual son was coming for dinner but still I filled up the rest of the night schedule.
Day six was very busy with English meeting followed by pth meeting. I attended an opera for a change at night after our dinner but my feet stiffened from walking.
Sunday was a bad start. I woke up to feeling dizzy a few times. At least I survived SS but skipped morning worship for the big AGM. After deacons meeting I headed home and rest. After continual dizziness, I checked myself into hospital but my two coworkers and neighbors accompanied me. I was finally admitted after 2am! My poor coworkers!
September 10, 2019
Day two was a relaxing day but there was still much to do in anticipation of preaching more than once a week the next four months. A USA friend W was in town and we had dinner together.
Wednesday was lunch with S who was leaving. The disappointment was too much for the person, and buddy and I listened but the expectations were too high to bridge. Night leaders meeting ended 11am, earlier than usual.
Day four was a chiropractor and foot massage appointment. I’ve been working on the Jonah SS that will start on Sunday. It is rounding up but more is needed for ten weeks of class.
Friday was more or less the same with Jonah my main concern. I wasn’t sure my spiritual son was coming for dinner but still I filled up the rest of the night schedule.
Day six was very busy with English meeting followed by pth meeting. I attended an opera for a change at night after our dinner but my feet stiffened from walking.
Sunday was a bad start. I woke up to feeling dizzy a few times. At least I survived SS but skipped morning worship for the big AGM. After deacons meeting I headed home and rest. After continual dizziness, I checked myself into hospital but my two coworkers and neighbors accompanied me. I was finally admitted after 2am! My poor coworkers!
September 10, 2019
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Year 4.15
Year 4.15 did not get any better in HK with school around the corner. On Monday I had coffee with Frank and headed to Edward to buy flowers. I try to rest more on my day off.
Day two began with worship department meeting. It ended earlier than usual and the rest of the day was ordinary. At night I started working on my Moses series study questions. It was a relief so that my mind is not focused on city drama and politics.
Wednesday was leadership meeting. With HK erupting, issues multiply. We ended by 2 pm and had lunch together. I wrote as much as I can these days.
Day four was a relaxing half day, but still I had to see my chiropractor. I was glad the appointment was over because a customer’s politics annoyed me. I had a foot massage in the evening.
On Friday I had breakfast with English coworker, who is gung-ho to get things done, but experience is precious. At night we had a great dinner with China cowalkers!
Day six was avocado breakfast at home before lunch at Kitchen. I got ready for my sermon tomorrow and then we had dinner at Bugis.
We thought of attending worship but there was much homework to complete.
Sunday sermon went well but not fresh because it’s an old message. I had lunch with Gao and Tracy then hopped over to hear Rong testimony. I went to get flowers for fear of another boycott tomorrow. We went for high tea before the day was over.
September 3, 2019
Day two began with worship department meeting. It ended earlier than usual and the rest of the day was ordinary. At night I started working on my Moses series study questions. It was a relief so that my mind is not focused on city drama and politics.
Wednesday was leadership meeting. With HK erupting, issues multiply. We ended by 2 pm and had lunch together. I wrote as much as I can these days.
Day four was a relaxing half day, but still I had to see my chiropractor. I was glad the appointment was over because a customer’s politics annoyed me. I had a foot massage in the evening.
On Friday I had breakfast with English coworker, who is gung-ho to get things done, but experience is precious. At night we had a great dinner with China cowalkers!
Day six was avocado breakfast at home before lunch at Kitchen. I got ready for my sermon tomorrow and then we had dinner at Bugis.
We thought of attending worship but there was much homework to complete.
Sunday sermon went well but not fresh because it’s an old message. I had lunch with Gao and Tracy then hopped over to hear Rong testimony. I went to get flowers for fear of another boycott tomorrow. We went for high tea before the day was over.
September 3, 2019
Monday, August 26, 2019
Year 4.14
Year 4.14 regressed in HK. On Monday I got a deserved rest from preaching the day before. The day was usually for flower shopping in Prince Edward in memory of Doris. I met up with coworkers for a drink and got my foot massage for the day.
Day two was anxious time because I have to preach in coworkers chapel but the attendance was low. I went to kwun tong to join a coworker and a guest David for dinner. The return home was a long hour and 25 minutes.
Wednesday was a long day ahead, so I got my haircut in the morning for Doris’ big day tomorrow . At night was leaders meeting but I was glad the next morning was a rest day. The issues are trivial but personnel again got in the way.
Day four was half day at work. I finished the last correction to the book and added a new illustration and finally submitted the manuscript to the publisher for our new book 給她讚賞.
Friday was another birthday lunch, this time by pth coworkers. I started translating my Ex 18 sermon for next week. At night missionary Lewis joined us for dinner, staying two nights at my home.
Day six was breakfast at the pier before we did some work at the clubhouse. I put the ladies English version together at long last. At night I went both to fellowship and worship.
On Sunday we had breakfast to brainstorm my new project Structure Bible. Speaker King was a hit and coworkers met A for our staff position. Night dinner was high tea at Edward Restaurant. The night was worst in hk yet.
August 27, 2019
Day two was anxious time because I have to preach in coworkers chapel but the attendance was low. I went to kwun tong to join a coworker and a guest David for dinner. The return home was a long hour and 25 minutes.
Wednesday was a long day ahead, so I got my haircut in the morning for Doris’ big day tomorrow . At night was leaders meeting but I was glad the next morning was a rest day. The issues are trivial but personnel again got in the way.
Day four was half day at work. I finished the last correction to the book and added a new illustration and finally submitted the manuscript to the publisher for our new book 給她讚賞.
Friday was another birthday lunch, this time by pth coworkers. I started translating my Ex 18 sermon for next week. At night missionary Lewis joined us for dinner, staying two nights at my home.
Day six was breakfast at the pier before we did some work at the clubhouse. I put the ladies English version together at long last. At night I went both to fellowship and worship.
On Sunday we had breakfast to brainstorm my new project Structure Bible. Speaker King was a hit and coworkers met A for our staff position. Night dinner was high tea at Edward Restaurant. The night was worst in hk yet.
August 27, 2019
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Year 4.13
Year 4.13 was a sigh of relief in HK. I got a good rest after pouring all my energy into my Mandarin 1 John 3 sermon the day before. I will improve on it for my English sermon on Sunday.
On day two morning I heard a very good interview of Darrell Johnsonnthat inspired me to deal with an issue in my life. The denomination’s political talk in the morning was somewhat flat, as of all things lately. I finally got back Doris’ diary to finish up our new book on Women in the Bible. The debriefing on open house went smoothly.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting and it was ok with all the city turmoil in context. I was grateful I finally got the book done with Doris’ application questions chosen. I found out there was one chapter in my new book left undone, so I have to wait for translation.
On day four I attended denomination prayer but there was no energy or emotion. Few came out for prayer. The weekend is coming, so people don’t know what to expect.
Friday morning was at the funeral parlor with staff YK whose in-law passed away. We talked about how to revamp ministry and had lunch with coworkers. High tea birthday treat was given by English staff. Night was the best as my inner circle came to celebrate my birthday. Sons, relatives and buddies were in attendance.
On day six I could relax a bit but I had to meet English stafff for lunch, finish up my Sunday sermon, attend night fellowship and hear a coworker at night worship.
Sunday arrived and I was in good spirits after revamping the last point. The shanghai cowalkers had a lunch for me. I had to attend both the baptism and Indonesian Independence Day and then dinner with pth fellowship with baptism candidates to close out the day. Praise God, the weekend rallies were free of violence!
August 20, 2019
On day two morning I heard a very good interview of Darrell Johnsonnthat inspired me to deal with an issue in my life. The denomination’s political talk in the morning was somewhat flat, as of all things lately. I finally got back Doris’ diary to finish up our new book on Women in the Bible. The debriefing on open house went smoothly.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting and it was ok with all the city turmoil in context. I was grateful I finally got the book done with Doris’ application questions chosen. I found out there was one chapter in my new book left undone, so I have to wait for translation.
On day four I attended denomination prayer but there was no energy or emotion. Few came out for prayer. The weekend is coming, so people don’t know what to expect.
Friday morning was at the funeral parlor with staff YK whose in-law passed away. We talked about how to revamp ministry and had lunch with coworkers. High tea birthday treat was given by English staff. Night was the best as my inner circle came to celebrate my birthday. Sons, relatives and buddies were in attendance.
On day six I could relax a bit but I had to meet English stafff for lunch, finish up my Sunday sermon, attend night fellowship and hear a coworker at night worship.
Sunday arrived and I was in good spirits after revamping the last point. The shanghai cowalkers had a lunch for me. I had to attend both the baptism and Indonesian Independence Day and then dinner with pth fellowship with baptism candidates to close out the day. Praise God, the weekend rallies were free of violence!
August 20, 2019
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Year 4.12
Year 4.12 was worse than before, unimaginable! On Monday I visited old friends , the Mangs from USA, on the day of the infamous strike that paralyzed the mtr in the morning. I managed to find bus 73 to take me to Flower Street for my flowers before having lunch with them at their place and ending with 4pm coffee outside, where we saw the young black shirts gathering, with drums and all. The buses to the island were canceled by 8pm, so I took the Tsing Yi route.
Day two was back to work. I had the opportunity to take hk revival speaker Darrell Johnson for a tour around the church. He was very inspirational in preaching on the parables, especially Luke 15, peerless! We took a vote to see how the coworkers would respond to the march nearby. It was overwhelming support.
Wednesday was leaders prayer meeting where we run through all the possibilities before Sunday. Time was tight because preaching was due on Sunday. Night was chaotic because the police asked nearby businesses to close, thereby affecting revival broadcast, but it was fake news!
Day four I had an appointment with a chiropractor, followed by a foot massage. My legs are all messed up. At night on my free time I worked hard on Women book that will come out by Christmas!
On Friday I had most of my sermon ready but the pressure was too much, so I “gave myself a treat,” Doris’ favorite line! I went for a double order of Taiwanese rice and noodles for one price - half proportion each!
Day six’s fellowship small talk was inseparable from hk unrest. Mainlanders typically shy away from the hk side. I was glad to have dinner at our regular place, but even food was so so.
Sunday sermon was smooth but I had to cry my heart out because the first song touched me. I thought I was sleepy but it was the emotions bottled up. At noon we guarded doors as protesters walked by and closed them by the time the troops arrived. Praise God my birthday dinner was canceled because Kwai Fong was a war zone by night!
Here’s praying for a better week!
August 13, 2018
Day two was back to work. I had the opportunity to take hk revival speaker Darrell Johnson for a tour around the church. He was very inspirational in preaching on the parables, especially Luke 15, peerless! We took a vote to see how the coworkers would respond to the march nearby. It was overwhelming support.
Wednesday was leaders prayer meeting where we run through all the possibilities before Sunday. Time was tight because preaching was due on Sunday. Night was chaotic because the police asked nearby businesses to close, thereby affecting revival broadcast, but it was fake news!
Day four I had an appointment with a chiropractor, followed by a foot massage. My legs are all messed up. At night on my free time I worked hard on Women book that will come out by Christmas!
On Friday I had most of my sermon ready but the pressure was too much, so I “gave myself a treat,” Doris’ favorite line! I went for a double order of Taiwanese rice and noodles for one price - half proportion each!
Day six’s fellowship small talk was inseparable from hk unrest. Mainlanders typically shy away from the hk side. I was glad to have dinner at our regular place, but even food was so so.
Sunday sermon was smooth but I had to cry my heart out because the first song touched me. I thought I was sleepy but it was the emotions bottled up. At noon we guarded doors as protesters walked by and closed them by the time the troops arrived. Praise God my birthday dinner was canceled because Kwai Fong was a war zone by night!
Here’s praying for a better week!
August 13, 2018
Thursday, August 8, 2019
Year 4.11
Year 4.11 was rough in hk. On Monday I spoke at book exhibition. After lunch I went to my chiropractor to check on my back. After that I met Karl who wants to do a book on Ecclesiastes with me. His notes were good.
Day two was coworkers home gathering and I was assigned to infamous Yuen Long. The meeting was great and I had lots of fun. Later a few of us returned to our work at the office.
On Wednesday was our wedding anniversary, so I had lunch with buddy, Bei, frank, David and Loh. All went home after because of the typhoon eight signal but I stayed for another hour. At night I got my illustrations collection done and finished translating 1 John 2.
On day four I met old friend Ronald for lunch. My last week with church interns was a happy one. They were so eager to learn, wanting to prolong the weeks.
On Friday I waited for book foreword but the person could not show up but called. Next I was anxious for a hastily arranged meeting with an outsider for a family squabble. It was the last night of vbs but I also attended the revival meetings.
Day six morning and night was hard on me. I shed tears for hk. One quote inspired me: no matter how long was the night, the morning will come.
On Sunday i had breakfast with East, then attended Indon worship after last week’s ten weeks of Sunday school. After lunch with youth I attended new senior pastor town hall meeting. Overall, too much happened in one week for anyone to digest half of it.
August 6, 2019
Day two was coworkers home gathering and I was assigned to infamous Yuen Long. The meeting was great and I had lots of fun. Later a few of us returned to our work at the office.
On Wednesday was our wedding anniversary, so I had lunch with buddy, Bei, frank, David and Loh. All went home after because of the typhoon eight signal but I stayed for another hour. At night I got my illustrations collection done and finished translating 1 John 2.
On day four I met old friend Ronald for lunch. My last week with church interns was a happy one. They were so eager to learn, wanting to prolong the weeks.
On Friday I waited for book foreword but the person could not show up but called. Next I was anxious for a hastily arranged meeting with an outsider for a family squabble. It was the last night of vbs but I also attended the revival meetings.
Day six morning and night was hard on me. I shed tears for hk. One quote inspired me: no matter how long was the night, the morning will come.
On Sunday i had breakfast with East, then attended Indon worship after last week’s ten weeks of Sunday school. After lunch with youth I attended new senior pastor town hall meeting. Overall, too much happened in one week for anyone to digest half of it.
August 6, 2019
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Year 4.10
Year 4.10 in HK was two days of less violent protest. Monday was the occasion of 38 months of Doris’ loss. Naturally I shaved bald personally yesterday. I was invited to give a talk at Book Exhibition on my new book 職場契機 but the book event was not crowded due tensions.
Day two was lunch with seminary interns but it was long and tiring, so I left after one and a half hours because I need to rest before the next meeting half hour away. Our loss group was canceled because of Yuen Long revenge rumors.
Wednesday leaders meeting was ok but we skipped lunch because time was precious due Sunday sermon. Anyway I wasn’t a happier camper with Some. The proposed newsletter was nothing but inviting trouble.
Day four was special meeting Clement for lunch. I could swear he was making friends like me when I was younger. I had another good time with interns. At evening I went for foot massage.
On Friday I was rushed for sermon time but I still had to attend Friday language meeting. The sermon was getting into shape, praise God with the last revision on ppt needed.
Day six was meeting a students aunt at Tung Chung for breakfast before accompanying him to a hospital visit. Later we had high tea before fellowship and attended Saturday worship after fellowship, plus chicken nuggets for snack. The day’s protest was making me nervous.
On Sunday I woke up stressed about HK and YF events besides having to teach Sunday school and preach. I rested half an hour before I delivered one of my best sermons - on Acts 16. At night we had Vietnamese food before we did more study at the library. I was very happy I have dug out all my illustrations from my old books to hopefully get it published.
July 30, 2019
Day two was lunch with seminary interns but it was long and tiring, so I left after one and a half hours because I need to rest before the next meeting half hour away. Our loss group was canceled because of Yuen Long revenge rumors.
Wednesday leaders meeting was ok but we skipped lunch because time was precious due Sunday sermon. Anyway I wasn’t a happier camper with Some. The proposed newsletter was nothing but inviting trouble.
Day four was special meeting Clement for lunch. I could swear he was making friends like me when I was younger. I had another good time with interns. At evening I went for foot massage.
On Friday I was rushed for sermon time but I still had to attend Friday language meeting. The sermon was getting into shape, praise God with the last revision on ppt needed.
Day six was meeting a students aunt at Tung Chung for breakfast before accompanying him to a hospital visit. Later we had high tea before fellowship and attended Saturday worship after fellowship, plus chicken nuggets for snack. The day’s protest was making me nervous.
On Sunday I woke up stressed about HK and YF events besides having to teach Sunday school and preach. I rested half an hour before I delivered one of my best sermons - on Acts 16. At night we had Vietnamese food before we did more study at the library. I was very happy I have dug out all my illustrations from my old books to hopefully get it published.
July 30, 2019
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Year 4.9
Year 4.9 in HK could not get any crazier. The week was quiet because buddy was on holiday. On Monday I returned to my chiropractor for treatment on my feet. It’s been getting harder walking with the high humidity.
Day two was a busy day getting ready for next week’s preaching. I’m also collecting all the illustrations in my old books to put it into a new pdf book to help pastors even though it’s not a popular book to sell.
Wednesday was a long leaders meeting into the night, longest ever for me sleeping at 2am. I tried my best to speak up and make a difference but it was an uphill turnover issue from the start. I’m trying my best to learn how to advocate for others.
Day four was seminary student training day. They have learned a lot for two short weeks. After work I had massage for my feet, the second time in a week. I still have Sunday school to prepare.
On Friday I had lunch with a leader. The topics range from present decisions to future leadership. A lot of things are happening in the city and church as well, so we need wisdom and unity. I fell better but things will catch me up to me later.
On Saturday we had a good breakfast at home before I headed off to work. At night fellowship had family gathering and I finished off the seven wings that were left on the table. Two wanted me to join dinner but best to give others space.
Sunday was a good Sunday class as usual. In the afternoon I attended the memo and article meeting for half an hour. At night we had hainan chicken in a new restaurant for dinner. I slept before hearing the terror of the white shirt men in Yuen Long.
July 26, 2019
Day two was a busy day getting ready for next week’s preaching. I’m also collecting all the illustrations in my old books to put it into a new pdf book to help pastors even though it’s not a popular book to sell.
Wednesday was a long leaders meeting into the night, longest ever for me sleeping at 2am. I tried my best to speak up and make a difference but it was an uphill turnover issue from the start. I’m trying my best to learn how to advocate for others.
Day four was seminary student training day. They have learned a lot for two short weeks. After work I had massage for my feet, the second time in a week. I still have Sunday school to prepare.
On Friday I had lunch with a leader. The topics range from present decisions to future leadership. A lot of things are happening in the city and church as well, so we need wisdom and unity. I fell better but things will catch me up to me later.
On Saturday we had a good breakfast at home before I headed off to work. At night fellowship had family gathering and I finished off the seven wings that were left on the table. Two wanted me to join dinner but best to give others space.
Sunday was a good Sunday class as usual. In the afternoon I attended the memo and article meeting for half an hour. At night we had hainan chicken in a new restaurant for dinner. I slept before hearing the terror of the white shirt men in Yuen Long.
July 26, 2019
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Year 4.8
Year 4.8 is more shocking than ever in hk. On Monday I visited a new chiropractor Enoch who was a former member. He’s very knowledgeable but has too many clients. The night for the week was with two in town for a course.
Day two was a happy occasion meeting with an old student who brought his staff to meet me. After coworkers meeting was tea with division coworkers. We are a small division but it helps for closeness and support.
Wednesday morning was a four and a half hours of meeting that got nowhere except for more maneuvering and masterminding. The follow up emails were worse and discouraging at worse.
On Day four I have an early 11am chiropractor appointment nearby. The day was fast moving when I taught eight summer interns on grammar bible for the first time. The first meeting went well.
Friday was lunch with buddy, Bei on her first work day and Mo for buddy’s birthday. Of course as the elder I paid for lunch. At night we joined Fath for dinner but I did not join fellowship.
Day six was Lui’s political talk, followed by department lunch, which I almost forgot. At night was big group but I joined just the latter part. I had the chance to look at two homework, which was finally completed.
Sunday school was a good session. A volunteer Kan will help me box verbs for OT Minor Prophets for Grammar Bible. Worship speaker Clement was a promising dts grad. In the afternoon S invited me for drinks, convincing me to support new bill. For dinner I had hainan chicken, which was good but expensive.
July 16, 2019
Day two was a happy occasion meeting with an old student who brought his staff to meet me. After coworkers meeting was tea with division coworkers. We are a small division but it helps for closeness and support.
Wednesday morning was a four and a half hours of meeting that got nowhere except for more maneuvering and masterminding. The follow up emails were worse and discouraging at worse.
On Day four I have an early 11am chiropractor appointment nearby. The day was fast moving when I taught eight summer interns on grammar bible for the first time. The first meeting went well.
Friday was lunch with buddy, Bei on her first work day and Mo for buddy’s birthday. Of course as the elder I paid for lunch. At night we joined Fath for dinner but I did not join fellowship.
Day six was Lui’s political talk, followed by department lunch, which I almost forgot. At night was big group but I joined just the latter part. I had the chance to look at two homework, which was finally completed.
Sunday school was a good session. A volunteer Kan will help me box verbs for OT Minor Prophets for Grammar Bible. Worship speaker Clement was a promising dts grad. In the afternoon S invited me for drinks, convincing me to support new bill. For dinner I had hainan chicken, which was good but expensive.
July 16, 2019
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Year 4.7
Year 4.7 was another volatile week in hk. Monday was the fiercest not seen for the longest time in the city. May God have mercy. At night we had dinner in Shatin with the Lais, who are in town teaching a class in MOS.
Day two was a tired working day. Most coworkers remember my discouraging question on how much time is needed to brief us about an upcoming SS class. We had a small group but a group member was emotional that day - can’t blame him though.
Wednesday was leaders prayer followed by a good lunch with English staff. I attended the language prayer meeting too. At night the turnover meeting was better than before. The gap has narrowed, but placement is not easy.
Day four was my second dream since I returned from USA. This time Doris was busy vacuuming a brownish carpet with sweat dripping from the nose, so I offered to take over. It was one of those USA apartments. I the morning I had another chiropractor meeting but at least it was nearby office. I taught a new coworker basic training after I found out the date was wrong.
On Friday I had lunch with Edward who’s volunteered to help me with my new and more ambitious Bible project. In the meantime I have more or less finished the OT Grammar Bible up to Isaiah!
Day six core meeting was long though I cannot fault my coworker for his zeal. I had lunch with coworker who had questions to ask, but he was sympathetic to another coworkers’ plight.
Sunday was very busy. Besides teaching Sunday I had to conduct lord’s supper in English. After church I met two former students, then took Jeffield for lunch on his birthday. Later after cults topic we, the Chungs included, went to Tsuen wan for dinner and ate a lot. The rest of the night was working on OT Grammar Bible.
July 9, 2019
Day two was a tired working day. Most coworkers remember my discouraging question on how much time is needed to brief us about an upcoming SS class. We had a small group but a group member was emotional that day - can’t blame him though.
Wednesday was leaders prayer followed by a good lunch with English staff. I attended the language prayer meeting too. At night the turnover meeting was better than before. The gap has narrowed, but placement is not easy.
Day four was my second dream since I returned from USA. This time Doris was busy vacuuming a brownish carpet with sweat dripping from the nose, so I offered to take over. It was one of those USA apartments. I the morning I had another chiropractor meeting but at least it was nearby office. I taught a new coworker basic training after I found out the date was wrong.
On Friday I had lunch with Edward who’s volunteered to help me with my new and more ambitious Bible project. In the meantime I have more or less finished the OT Grammar Bible up to Isaiah!
Day six core meeting was long though I cannot fault my coworker for his zeal. I had lunch with coworker who had questions to ask, but he was sympathetic to another coworkers’ plight.
Sunday was very busy. Besides teaching Sunday I had to conduct lord’s supper in English. After church I met two former students, then took Jeffield for lunch on his birthday. Later after cults topic we, the Chungs included, went to Tsuen wan for dinner and ate a lot. The rest of the night was working on OT Grammar Bible.
July 9, 2019
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Year 4.6
Year 4.6 was missions into farmland. On Monday we started class at 9 am four hours in the morning and four and a half in the afternoon so that I can leave earlier on Friday. Bathroom was open air like eight years ago! I was happily surprised a student I taught eight years ago paid an unexpected visit and took us out for dinner.
On day two the students got the hang of Grammar Bible except for one that was hard to crack. The musician of the class took us out for dinner and two sang opera with them.
On Wednesday after class we were dropped off at a mall for dinner and we took an old man’s unofficial taxi for $20. At least our expenditure cannot be officially tracked and the night was not fully dark yet to travel on the dirt road.
Day four marked the end of revising Genesis to 2 Samuel Grammar Bible. Night was the return of my former student who took us to eat hotpot stew, different from the usual hotpot. The canteen food meanwhile was unbearable. As usual we had dessert after dinner, this time helping my student to teach a seminary course on Mark. We did up to chapter three.
On Friday the seventeen students had the opportunity to preach in a team lineup. It went pretty well and we were done by 11am as we head to the airport. At the airport we had Burger King and dumplings. At the border we had dinner with his dad. They were very happy. I reached home at 1120pm.
The next day was early morning shift but I was ready. I caught up to a whole week’s work, including rehearsing with English pastor for his first sermon tomorrow and preparing for the SS lesson tomorrow. At night I got to see Fantastic Four on TV.
The SS class was a blast the next day, the best for the worst preparation! English coworker did a good job on his first message. I attended parts of pth youth badminton games. At night I was by myself so I ate delightfully to compensate for lack of company. Altogether it was a great week although I hesitated to go for theological missions initially, but I do not want to regret not going.
July 2, 2019
On day two the students got the hang of Grammar Bible except for one that was hard to crack. The musician of the class took us out for dinner and two sang opera with them.
On Wednesday after class we were dropped off at a mall for dinner and we took an old man’s unofficial taxi for $20. At least our expenditure cannot be officially tracked and the night was not fully dark yet to travel on the dirt road.
Day four marked the end of revising Genesis to 2 Samuel Grammar Bible. Night was the return of my former student who took us to eat hotpot stew, different from the usual hotpot. The canteen food meanwhile was unbearable. As usual we had dessert after dinner, this time helping my student to teach a seminary course on Mark. We did up to chapter three.
On Friday the seventeen students had the opportunity to preach in a team lineup. It went pretty well and we were done by 11am as we head to the airport. At the airport we had Burger King and dumplings. At the border we had dinner with his dad. They were very happy. I reached home at 1120pm.
The next day was early morning shift but I was ready. I caught up to a whole week’s work, including rehearsing with English pastor for his first sermon tomorrow and preparing for the SS lesson tomorrow. At night I got to see Fantastic Four on TV.
The SS class was a blast the next day, the best for the worst preparation! English coworker did a good job on his first message. I attended parts of pth youth badminton games. At night I was by myself so I ate delightfully to compensate for lack of company. Altogether it was a great week although I hesitated to go for theological missions initially, but I do not want to regret not going.
July 2, 2019
Friday, June 28, 2019
Year 4.5
Year 4.5 was preparation for a sermon and a trip. On Monday I mindlessly dashed off to a Chinese chiropractor appointment on the wrong day but at least I had more time with Frank and Peter instead on the island. After lunch we went for a slow walk and had coffee before we parted. Paul L was in hk but he was sick, so I did not have to show him around.
Day two and my last western chiropractor appointment was canceled because of the turnover meeting. It did not go well, so I’m obliged to take the small window of opportunity to turn things around and turn the tide at the next big meeting. The bar is impossible to scale on the both sides.
On Wednesday buddy and I had a short dinner with our two division associates, followed by leaders meeting that ended close to midnight. Sleeping was difficult but I managed to sleep before 1am to avoid getting drowsy next day.
Day four was a change from the usual lunch. A former USA church member Lawrence was in town for missions, teaching Sunday school to immigrant children. He also brought goodies that I cannot finish on my own.
On Friday some called me for lunch to make me change my mind but it did not work. I did not want to stay too long, so I opted for a hair cut to prepare for next day. Later a 50 something seminary grad asked me for advice for graduation from his liberal seminary lately. I did the best I could and gave him my latest book. At night I had dinner with Faith and attended the first part of fellowship, where S requested me to hurry others on correcting minutes.
Day six is the monthly anniversary of Doris’ loss. It’s been three years and one month since. I got her flowers yesterday. I had lunch with buddy before he attended C seminary graduation.
Sunday was packed. Besides teaching SS I preached on Acts 11, a delightful text on persecution. After worship I dashed off to catch an earlier bus to the airport. The transit was not as bad as I thought and landed 1130pm. My contact was a former student, to my surprise. Alls well in NW and looking forward to the week of teaching ahead.
June 25, 2019
Day two and my last western chiropractor appointment was canceled because of the turnover meeting. It did not go well, so I’m obliged to take the small window of opportunity to turn things around and turn the tide at the next big meeting. The bar is impossible to scale on the both sides.
On Wednesday buddy and I had a short dinner with our two division associates, followed by leaders meeting that ended close to midnight. Sleeping was difficult but I managed to sleep before 1am to avoid getting drowsy next day.
Day four was a change from the usual lunch. A former USA church member Lawrence was in town for missions, teaching Sunday school to immigrant children. He also brought goodies that I cannot finish on my own.
On Friday some called me for lunch to make me change my mind but it did not work. I did not want to stay too long, so I opted for a hair cut to prepare for next day. Later a 50 something seminary grad asked me for advice for graduation from his liberal seminary lately. I did the best I could and gave him my latest book. At night I had dinner with Faith and attended the first part of fellowship, where S requested me to hurry others on correcting minutes.
Day six is the monthly anniversary of Doris’ loss. It’s been three years and one month since. I got her flowers yesterday. I had lunch with buddy before he attended C seminary graduation.
Sunday was packed. Besides teaching SS I preached on Acts 11, a delightful text on persecution. After worship I dashed off to catch an earlier bus to the airport. The transit was not as bad as I thought and landed 1130pm. My contact was a former student, to my surprise. Alls well in NW and looking forward to the week of teaching ahead.
June 25, 2019
Thursday, June 20, 2019
Year 4.4
Year 4.4 is as dramatic as it comes in Hong Kong. Monday was a rest day but I visited the wrong chiropractor appointment on my calendar. It was not all wasted because I got Vietnamese food for lunch. I also had high tea at the pier with two. At least I got some ready after yesterday’s match.
Day two was a chiropractor appointment, this time the western type. Hopefully I can get these prepaid ten sessions done ASAP. At night there was a grand prayer for hk organized by the denomination at church. I introduced myself to kfefc pastor Lam, whom I met before.
On Wednesday leaders meeting we had to navigate a tricky turnover situation and I was one of three asked to look into it. At lunch I advocated for the dabu duo.
Day four was one of those days I had three health appointments, lunch chiropractor followed by western appointment at 4pm that I hearly missed and foot massage after work. At noon I was notified that I was officially a BI director. At night I finally finished rewriting my grammar bible corrections that were lost to my usb, twenty days later, not bad!
On Friday we had turnover lunch and the meeting was ok. Jon came and I took him for dinner and to the admiralty bridge for pictures.
Day six was another boring western chiropractor appointment. A coworker requested me to take over for him for two bible study sessions due his heavy funeral tasks. At night we left earlier for dinner.
Sunday was a good SS class almost spoiled by a late bus. After a short rest it was off to march again, this time it took four hours, double the last time. At night I was rewarded with a Father’s Day dinner.
June 18,2019
Day two was a chiropractor appointment, this time the western type. Hopefully I can get these prepaid ten sessions done ASAP. At night there was a grand prayer for hk organized by the denomination at church. I introduced myself to kfefc pastor Lam, whom I met before.
On Wednesday leaders meeting we had to navigate a tricky turnover situation and I was one of three asked to look into it. At lunch I advocated for the dabu duo.
Day four was one of those days I had three health appointments, lunch chiropractor followed by western appointment at 4pm that I hearly missed and foot massage after work. At noon I was notified that I was officially a BI director. At night I finally finished rewriting my grammar bible corrections that were lost to my usb, twenty days later, not bad!
On Friday we had turnover lunch and the meeting was ok. Jon came and I took him for dinner and to the admiralty bridge for pictures.
Day six was another boring western chiropractor appointment. A coworker requested me to take over for him for two bible study sessions due his heavy funeral tasks. At night we left earlier for dinner.
Sunday was a good SS class almost spoiled by a late bus. After a short rest it was off to march again, this time it took four hours, double the last time. At night I was rewarded with a Father’s Day dinner.
June 18,2019
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Year 4.3
Year 4.3 was a contentious week in Hong Kong. Monday was spent tutoring the best I can. Otherwise I reworked on my lost grammar bible correction file and had a gruelling foot massage.
On day two I made an appointment to sign some papers but forgot. My memory is a bad comrade. We had our coworkers small group. A group member shared he had to conduct a funeral monthly for the last six months, which made me feel very bad for him.
On Wednesday I attended leaders prayer meeting and lunch, where I gave my few cents worth opinion on turnover. At language meeting an old wound emerged after months of stability. An old friend Gilbert asked if I were willing to teach a border class, but I got lots at stake, so I delayed my answer.
On day four I visited Chinese chiropractor for minimum relief but every bit helps. I met with coworkers for Acts 11 sermon the afternoon and later I talked with K on his upcoming sermon. At night I had dinner with Mok sisters and China son for the holiday tomorrow. We ordered Doris’ favorite winter melon soup.
Friday was a holiday, so we worked very hard on a leadership assignment. Progress is not easy but at least I napped twice. I’m not sure how we will manage to meet the deadlines.
Day six began with English core, then I had to go to chiropractor before returning to attend 2pm wedding. I had a drink with buddy and then attended briefly a family gathering.
Sunday was third SS class which was usually enjoyable.
After a brief breakfast and a return to the office it was off to worship. After a short rest I joined marchers to protest the bill. We went to Bon for dinner and returned home for work but things are crawling.
June 11, 2019
On day two I made an appointment to sign some papers but forgot. My memory is a bad comrade. We had our coworkers small group. A group member shared he had to conduct a funeral monthly for the last six months, which made me feel very bad for him.
On Wednesday I attended leaders prayer meeting and lunch, where I gave my few cents worth opinion on turnover. At language meeting an old wound emerged after months of stability. An old friend Gilbert asked if I were willing to teach a border class, but I got lots at stake, so I delayed my answer.
On day four I visited Chinese chiropractor for minimum relief but every bit helps. I met with coworkers for Acts 11 sermon the afternoon and later I talked with K on his upcoming sermon. At night I had dinner with Mok sisters and China son for the holiday tomorrow. We ordered Doris’ favorite winter melon soup.
Friday was a holiday, so we worked very hard on a leadership assignment. Progress is not easy but at least I napped twice. I’m not sure how we will manage to meet the deadlines.
Day six began with English core, then I had to go to chiropractor before returning to attend 2pm wedding. I had a drink with buddy and then attended briefly a family gathering.
Sunday was third SS class which was usually enjoyable.
After a brief breakfast and a return to the office it was off to worship. After a short rest I joined marchers to protest the bill. We went to Bon for dinner and returned home for work but things are crawling.
June 11, 2019
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Year 4.2
Year 4.2 was a more relaxing week even though I had my share of work. On Monday I started off with a long visit to the bank to change my password. Even the last front office employee had left, the one serving me said. Later I had lunch with a friend who is returning to Singapore and offered to take a gift to my mother. In the evening I had the first of two foot massages of the week.
On day two morning I attended the extradition law talk at church but to give the speaker, who knows Doris, four of her old books published after her loss. Surprisingly after my USA trip, I found myself energized and having lots of time for sermon preparation.
On Wednesday I woke up crying to a person asking me in my dream, “How’s your life?” Last week’s emotions from her third year of loss anniversary caught up to me after the trip but I was glad I felt the pain to be fully Alice. I was so engrossed in work that I forgot to attend language prayer meeting.
On day four morning I went to my new chiropractor, who was amazed that I could stand twice for an hour for my USA trip. He said it was tough on a normal person, let alone with my bad back. In the evening I had my second foot massage.
Friday was a pleasant day at the office. I don’t feel rushed after my holiday. It was a good studying day with two. We made up for lost study time from USA travel after dinner. It was hard sitting still with the recent barrage of activity.
Day six was a throughly enjoyable avocado plus German sausage breakfast. I had to go chiropractor treatment again and returned to church for lunch.
At night we had pth fellowship and ate our favorite lunch dinner after a few weeks away.
Sunday was a full day with 845am Sunday school. I could hardly keep up during worship. Laksa dinner at Tsing yi was surprisingly good for a change at a restaurant I have not tried before. I was there because a missionary called me out of the blue, so I could only offer to meet at the nearest mall.
June 4, 2019
On day two morning I attended the extradition law talk at church but to give the speaker, who knows Doris, four of her old books published after her loss. Surprisingly after my USA trip, I found myself energized and having lots of time for sermon preparation.
On Wednesday I woke up crying to a person asking me in my dream, “How’s your life?” Last week’s emotions from her third year of loss anniversary caught up to me after the trip but I was glad I felt the pain to be fully Alice. I was so engrossed in work that I forgot to attend language prayer meeting.
On day four morning I went to my new chiropractor, who was amazed that I could stand twice for an hour for my USA trip. He said it was tough on a normal person, let alone with my bad back. In the evening I had my second foot massage.
Friday was a pleasant day at the office. I don’t feel rushed after my holiday. It was a good studying day with two. We made up for lost study time from USA travel after dinner. It was hard sitting still with the recent barrage of activity.
Day six was a throughly enjoyable avocado plus German sausage breakfast. I had to go chiropractor treatment again and returned to church for lunch.
At night we had pth fellowship and ate our favorite lunch dinner after a few weeks away.
Sunday was a full day with 845am Sunday school. I could hardly keep up during worship. Laksa dinner at Tsing yi was surprisingly good for a change at a restaurant I have not tried before. I was there because a missionary called me out of the blue, so I could only offer to meet at the nearest mall.
June 4, 2019
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Year 4.1
Year 4.1 ended a blessed week in USA. USA Monday was an open day, so we ate Mexican and Japanese food for lunch and dinner, our first on the trip. Both did not taste as good now that we’ve been here for more than a week. In between I met a friend Tony who’s tried to catch me three times here; he prevailed.
Day two was spent with my loving mentor Herman and his wife Eleanor. They took us to Brodard for Vietnamese food and macaroni grill for dinner. There were lots of pleasant memories and Herman was as energetic as ever.
Wednesday after breakfast we drove to San Diego and had Thai food for lunch and then drove to La Jolla to see seals. Dinner was with relatives. Josiah shared the best memories- he could not believe a pastors wife would put her foot up on the van dashboard while the pastor was driving! The young ones remembered Doris for her brain teasers. Earlier I sent out a Doris video and my reflections for the occasion.
Day four we traveled from San Diego to LA to celebrate with my sister for her birthday the next day. We went to Santa Anita mall for dumplings and gave her a gift while buying another for buddy. At night we had dinner with nephew Joshua before shopping at TJM and then boarding the plane.
Friday was boarding the plane and trying to survive the 15-hour trip while having a bad back 坐骨神經 and having a conversation with a pastor seated next to me. I praised the Lord for surviving the round trip, having to stand twice for an hour to avoid sitting to Los Angeles, and taking my mind off the travel as much as I can on the way back. I was so thankful I had six more inches of room for travel both ways when I got the front seat, even when I had to pay for the privilege to Los Angeles.
Day six was touchdown in HK. After sleeping for three hours I went swimming and headed to the office to catch up on work and chores. I was happy that I finished writing my lost 1 John 2 sermon with help from my internet audio. I caught up with my prayer partners over a drink before I joined others for fellowship at night.
Sunday was the first day of 1 John Grammar SS class. About 60 were present and all had a good time. Later I did minimal sermon work on 1 John 4. At night we had Thai dinner. I was so thankful my mind was contemplating of what to do for the upcoming week now that I finished the women series study questions. Overall the week could not be sweeter!
May 28, 2018
Day two was spent with my loving mentor Herman and his wife Eleanor. They took us to Brodard for Vietnamese food and macaroni grill for dinner. There were lots of pleasant memories and Herman was as energetic as ever.
Wednesday after breakfast we drove to San Diego and had Thai food for lunch and then drove to La Jolla to see seals. Dinner was with relatives. Josiah shared the best memories- he could not believe a pastors wife would put her foot up on the van dashboard while the pastor was driving! The young ones remembered Doris for her brain teasers. Earlier I sent out a Doris video and my reflections for the occasion.
Day four we traveled from San Diego to LA to celebrate with my sister for her birthday the next day. We went to Santa Anita mall for dumplings and gave her a gift while buying another for buddy. At night we had dinner with nephew Joshua before shopping at TJM and then boarding the plane.
Friday was boarding the plane and trying to survive the 15-hour trip while having a bad back 坐骨神經 and having a conversation with a pastor seated next to me. I praised the Lord for surviving the round trip, having to stand twice for an hour to avoid sitting to Los Angeles, and taking my mind off the travel as much as I can on the way back. I was so thankful I had six more inches of room for travel both ways when I got the front seat, even when I had to pay for the privilege to Los Angeles.
Day six was touchdown in HK. After sleeping for three hours I went swimming and headed to the office to catch up on work and chores. I was happy that I finished writing my lost 1 John 2 sermon with help from my internet audio. I caught up with my prayer partners over a drink before I joined others for fellowship at night.
Sunday was the first day of 1 John Grammar SS class. About 60 were present and all had a good time. Later I did minimal sermon work on 1 John 4. At night we had Thai dinner. I was so thankful my mind was contemplating of what to do for the upcoming week now that I finished the women series study questions. Overall the week could not be sweeter!
May 28, 2018
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Year 3.53
Year 3.53 marks the third anniversary of Doris’ loss and my return to USA. Monday was breakfast with two former prayer buddies, lunch was with my sister and dinner at Outback with Waylon. At night I ate half a sleeping pill to deal with my jet lag.
Day two was breakfast at Corner Bakery, where I purchased an oatmeal breakfast despite the richer choices. Our main program was to see Avengers, then ate at Doris’ favorite Lovebirds and visit MPCBC. Later we’re off to visit old residences, especially our last house in Eastvale. It was ridiculous I did not know how to get there anymore!
Wednesday morning breakfast to dinner was with previous seminary faculty. This year was met with less enthsiasm and participation because I could not sit longer than half an hour. At night I
got to wash my clothes for the first time here. How I miss the big was machines and dyers here!
Day four was not much better, but at least I did some bible study questions on my PC. At night I started to catch up to an old series that’s showing in HK. The main purpose was to keep awake, which I did with coffee and ice cream.
On Friday I bought some strawberries and cherries at a bargain to make my USA stay sweeter. I heard a rich testimony from HZ Alex and but the group is getting too big and unfocused. I tried to get souvenirs from Doris’ APU but the book store closed by 6pm.
Day six was seminary graduation day, where China son sang to much appreciation. It was hard for the student to get anything done this working holiday. At night I finally bought shoes to relaxed my worn out ones.
On Sunday I visited mandarin baptist church and my old church. Lunch was with Jon and son, then dinner with old friends in Pasadena. Mentally I’m prepared for next week. I also washed my second load of clothes.
May 21, 2019
Day two was breakfast at Corner Bakery, where I purchased an oatmeal breakfast despite the richer choices. Our main program was to see Avengers, then ate at Doris’ favorite Lovebirds and visit MPCBC. Later we’re off to visit old residences, especially our last house in Eastvale. It was ridiculous I did not know how to get there anymore!
Wednesday morning breakfast to dinner was with previous seminary faculty. This year was met with less enthsiasm and participation because I could not sit longer than half an hour. At night I
got to wash my clothes for the first time here. How I miss the big was machines and dyers here!
Day four was not much better, but at least I did some bible study questions on my PC. At night I started to catch up to an old series that’s showing in HK. The main purpose was to keep awake, which I did with coffee and ice cream.
On Friday I bought some strawberries and cherries at a bargain to make my USA stay sweeter. I heard a rich testimony from HZ Alex and but the group is getting too big and unfocused. I tried to get souvenirs from Doris’ APU but the book store closed by 6pm.
Day six was seminary graduation day, where China son sang to much appreciation. It was hard for the student to get anything done this working holiday. At night I finally bought shoes to relaxed my worn out ones.
On Sunday I visited mandarin baptist church and my old church. Lunch was with Jon and son, then dinner with old friends in Pasadena. Mentally I’m prepared for next week. I also washed my second load of clothes.
May 21, 2019
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Year 3.52
Year 3.52 was challenging with Doris’ third year of loss a week away, my overseas trip coming, a bad back and plenty of doctors’ appointment. Monday kicked off with an orthopedist, then a Chinese chiropractor and a western chiropractor, who gave me a 50 percent discount to ten sessions. The orthopedist sent me to three physio sessions also at maximum discount.
Day two was a bad day because my usb was officially declared as malfunctioned and I have not backed it up for three months and lost three upcoming sermons and bible study questions on my next women series.
On Wednesday I had a morning appointment with my Chinese chiropractor because of my Sunday pending trip. I cannot last more than half an hour sitting lately due my sciatica 坐骨神經 pain, followed by an unwanted turnover controversy at leaders meeting, before I hopped to pmh hospital for a 245pm meeting that I never knew I had if not for my diary! The hospital visit ended at 615pm, but I have no complains.
Day four was physio in the morning before my foot massage in the evening. In the meantime I had to work on an upcoming sermon that was lost when my usb malfunctioned. Praise God, the new sermon is shaping out good.
Friday was busy with CBI morning breakfast, Christopher Yuan lunch, followed by coffee with BJ Arthur. In the meantime I could even squeeze in a new chiropractor visit!
Day six I managed to have a last ditch chiropractor appointment that got me ready for tomorrow’s nightmare flight. At night I attended Christopher Yuan testimony to hear him for myself before the chaotic day tomorrow at both English and pth worships tomorrow. At night my iPhone survived the washing machine wash!
Sunday was chaotic with a morning turnover meeting, followed by broadcasting last nights video for English worship and Yuans appearance in pth worship that doubled our attendance. After it all ended I hopped onto my plane and braced for the worst. Praise God I survived the trip though I had to twice stand for an hour on the plane. The us$112 for six inches of space was very well spent. I went home for forty minutes to rest my back before the flight when I reached the airport four hours too early! Everything on the AA flight was good including food and service. I’m also thankful I remembered to take my backpack from the airport after I walked away clumsily for about five minutes. We had Vietnamese dinner on the Mother’s Day night!
May 14, 2019
Day two was a bad day because my usb was officially declared as malfunctioned and I have not backed it up for three months and lost three upcoming sermons and bible study questions on my next women series.
On Wednesday I had a morning appointment with my Chinese chiropractor because of my Sunday pending trip. I cannot last more than half an hour sitting lately due my sciatica 坐骨神經 pain, followed by an unwanted turnover controversy at leaders meeting, before I hopped to pmh hospital for a 245pm meeting that I never knew I had if not for my diary! The hospital visit ended at 615pm, but I have no complains.
Day four was physio in the morning before my foot massage in the evening. In the meantime I had to work on an upcoming sermon that was lost when my usb malfunctioned. Praise God, the new sermon is shaping out good.
Friday was busy with CBI morning breakfast, Christopher Yuan lunch, followed by coffee with BJ Arthur. In the meantime I could even squeeze in a new chiropractor visit!
Day six I managed to have a last ditch chiropractor appointment that got me ready for tomorrow’s nightmare flight. At night I attended Christopher Yuan testimony to hear him for myself before the chaotic day tomorrow at both English and pth worships tomorrow. At night my iPhone survived the washing machine wash!
Sunday was chaotic with a morning turnover meeting, followed by broadcasting last nights video for English worship and Yuans appearance in pth worship that doubled our attendance. After it all ended I hopped onto my plane and braced for the worst. Praise God I survived the trip though I had to twice stand for an hour on the plane. The us$112 for six inches of space was very well spent. I went home for forty minutes to rest my back before the flight when I reached the airport four hours too early! Everything on the AA flight was good including food and service. I’m also thankful I remembered to take my backpack from the airport after I walked away clumsily for about five minutes. We had Vietnamese dinner on the Mother’s Day night!
May 14, 2019
Thursday, May 9, 2019
Year 3.51
Year 3.51 was Marketplace week and two weeks to the third year of Doris’ loss. On Monday I went to my chiropractor who tried his best to fix my back. At night I sent the English version of my marketplace book to Dr Kwan who is on a mission trip to bless the people in Burma - the first of two requests for the English version in the week.
Day two was back to eating a banana for breakfast, which I forgot about even after I ended my fasting. The day was a relaxing coworkers retreat. I was surprised I did so well without siesta while many of the young guys were nodding in their seats.
On Wednesday was Labor Day but I had another retreat to attend, where three other church groups were at the same site too. This one was even more relaxing than yesterday’s retreat. I had to talk over a turnover issue with a few group leaders. I was too tired to join a friends dinner!
Thursday morning was Chinese medicine morning with cupping and all. A missionary came by for lunch one week ahead of appointment! I tried to mend fences after a failed working relationship with others- not on my watch. At the end of the day was a painful foot massage.
On Friday morning I had breakfast with my language coworker, who is very passionate about a lot of things. The job is not easy for a newbie who became a minister the second half of his career.
Day six morning was English core meeting, where we spent a lot of time on the mission statement. All of us stayed behind for lunch, followed by pth meeting for me. A missionary to Australia Chung Ming cold called me for the English version of my Marketplace book.
On Sunday I was surprised by an overseas student’s sudden visit, so I gave him my two latest books, one for his seminary president. At night we had dinner before seminary student flies off to USA tomorrow.
May 7, 2019
Day two was back to eating a banana for breakfast, which I forgot about even after I ended my fasting. The day was a relaxing coworkers retreat. I was surprised I did so well without siesta while many of the young guys were nodding in their seats.
On Wednesday was Labor Day but I had another retreat to attend, where three other church groups were at the same site too. This one was even more relaxing than yesterday’s retreat. I had to talk over a turnover issue with a few group leaders. I was too tired to join a friends dinner!
Thursday morning was Chinese medicine morning with cupping and all. A missionary came by for lunch one week ahead of appointment! I tried to mend fences after a failed working relationship with others- not on my watch. At the end of the day was a painful foot massage.
On Friday morning I had breakfast with my language coworker, who is very passionate about a lot of things. The job is not easy for a newbie who became a minister the second half of his career.
Day six morning was English core meeting, where we spent a lot of time on the mission statement. All of us stayed behind for lunch, followed by pth meeting for me. A missionary to Australia Chung Ming cold called me for the English version of my Marketplace book.
On Sunday I was surprised by an overseas student’s sudden visit, so I gave him my two latest books, one for his seminary president. At night we had dinner before seminary student flies off to USA tomorrow.
May 7, 2019
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Year 3.50
Year 3.50 got off to a proper start in a new place NP and a new hotel. The breakfast was inferior but I had finished 40 days of fasting. The Bible study class had 30 students. The building was busy with two lines daily, so we blended in. At lunch I ate half an hour and rested for half hour. My back was hurting, so after class I went to see a blind man masseur, who was really good.
Day two was exciting but for the local two seater we took that gave us a bumpy ride. In class two big students who sat at the back suddenly was in front, vying for ppt attention. The students asked questions and practiced non-stop. At night we had food first before massage.
On Wednesday we had enough of hotel food and got to the center earlier for breakfast, but we still ended up with the clumsy two-seater taxi. The students were bright, progressing faster than my last trip. At night we had Thai food just before the restaurant closed at night, but it was nothing special.
Day four was the last day, so we decided to walk to the center 20 minutes away. I finally taught the students contrasts, progression and Hebrew grammar. There was no dull moment through the four days. At night we had dinner with th Singaporean sponsor. After dinner I had massage for my bad back.
On Friday we left for the airport at 6am. My back survived the trip, by God’s grace. We arrived home but decided to eat at the airport. After rest we did some work at the library. At night we took a bus for dinner at KF.
Day six began with our favorite breakfast, followed by foot treatment and lunch. I caught up with Buddy before fellowship, where I had to tell the last leader the latest fellowship turnover. Dinner was at our favorite night restaurant but gladly I can eat other food besides pork, as advised by my blind masseur.
Sunday morning was breakfast with youth advisor, whom I also informed. At noon I led prestudy and waited for my coleader to tell him the latest news. At night we shared a good meal and went home to work on 2 Kings 4 study questions.
April 29, 2019
Day two was exciting but for the local two seater we took that gave us a bumpy ride. In class two big students who sat at the back suddenly was in front, vying for ppt attention. The students asked questions and practiced non-stop. At night we had food first before massage.
On Wednesday we had enough of hotel food and got to the center earlier for breakfast, but we still ended up with the clumsy two-seater taxi. The students were bright, progressing faster than my last trip. At night we had Thai food just before the restaurant closed at night, but it was nothing special.
Day four was the last day, so we decided to walk to the center 20 minutes away. I finally taught the students contrasts, progression and Hebrew grammar. There was no dull moment through the four days. At night we had dinner with th Singaporean sponsor. After dinner I had massage for my bad back.
On Friday we left for the airport at 6am. My back survived the trip, by God’s grace. We arrived home but decided to eat at the airport. After rest we did some work at the library. At night we took a bus for dinner at KF.
Day six began with our favorite breakfast, followed by foot treatment and lunch. I caught up with Buddy before fellowship, where I had to tell the last leader the latest fellowship turnover. Dinner was at our favorite night restaurant but gladly I can eat other food besides pork, as advised by my blind masseur.
Sunday morning was breakfast with youth advisor, whom I also informed. At noon I led prestudy and waited for my coleader to tell him the latest news. At night we shared a good meal and went home to work on 2 Kings 4 study questions.
April 29, 2019
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Year 3.49
Year 3.49 was Easter events and a missions trip. On Monday I went to see my doctor to see what’s wrong with my swollen feet. I got some medication but not enough to warrant a trip to a orthopedist. Next I went to see my chiropractor and a masseur. The whole day treatment was a bill of $2k, but it was well spent!
Day two was chapel in the morning, followed by coworkers meeting. I did not get a lot done. Besides this week I was worried about my bad back. I could barely sit down for half an hour.
Wednesday night leaders meeting ended early and I was back. I tried different ways to rest my back but so far resting on the floor is best. I even forgot a language meeting resting to get ready for night leaders meeting.
Day four was another chiropractor and massage day to save my back from collapsing or turning cold, which is how my feet is feeling nowadays. I had lunch with language coworker.
Friday was Good Friday. I volunteered for two services but got a worker to take my place because my back was no good. My relative Faith joined us for dinner. I was excited my china son was singing.
Day six was a holiday but I was not aware of it but went to the office. At least I got flowers for Doris- a beautiful orchid. Red rain almost drenched my mentor Herman’s dinner to celebrate her daughter ‘s wedding. We slept early for the next day.
On Sunday we woke at 5am to catch the church Easter sunrise service. My mentor Herman Tang spoke at pth worship and youth fellowship. At night we took a three hour flight do theological missions. Praise God I survived the flight with a lot of standing up on the plane.
April 23, 2019
Day two was chapel in the morning, followed by coworkers meeting. I did not get a lot done. Besides this week I was worried about my bad back. I could barely sit down for half an hour.
Wednesday night leaders meeting ended early and I was back. I tried different ways to rest my back but so far resting on the floor is best. I even forgot a language meeting resting to get ready for night leaders meeting.
Day four was another chiropractor and massage day to save my back from collapsing or turning cold, which is how my feet is feeling nowadays. I had lunch with language coworker.
Friday was Good Friday. I volunteered for two services but got a worker to take my place because my back was no good. My relative Faith joined us for dinner. I was excited my china son was singing.
Day six was a holiday but I was not aware of it but went to the office. At least I got flowers for Doris- a beautiful orchid. Red rain almost drenched my mentor Herman’s dinner to celebrate her daughter ‘s wedding. We slept early for the next day.
On Sunday we woke at 5am to catch the church Easter sunrise service. My mentor Herman Tang spoke at pth worship and youth fellowship. At night we took a three hour flight do theological missions. Praise God I survived the flight with a lot of standing up on the plane.
April 23, 2019
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Year 3.48
Year 3.48 was an injury week. On Monday morning I ended the first week of tutoring for a Christian Leadership class. We watched some videos, did some reading and went over three profiles of leaders- Joseph, Mordecai and Daniel, the three “Prime ministers” in the Bible. At night I had massage for my lower back for a change.
On day two I woke up at 2am from yesterday’s painful massage on my lower back. I did not have enough rest for work, so it was a low activity day. I was relieved to find out I was not scheduled to preach in two weeks time. Greek tutoring ended with my student getting a B, an accomplishment for us both.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting and I had to present my case for a coworker. Praise God most were on board with my request. I might have to engage with more leaders.
Day four was good and terrible. Good because I sent my women series to publishers. Unfortunately my back gave way when I had lunch with buddy and his deacon. It was so bad I rather stand than sit nowadays, not able to sit more than half an hour. At night we had dinner with hephew Josiah from USA including Mok sisters and family.
Friday I woke to much thanksgiving because I could sleep. I was hurting the whole day, so I could not do much, preferring to stand than sit. My weak legs are not great either.
On day six I woke to praise for another nights sleep. Morning was language core meeting. At later noon I got to see Chinese chiropractor who worked on my lower back and . I was better but was precautious.
Sunday was the big test. Praise God I could sit for more than 45 minutes. At night I had birthday dinner with China son.
April 16, 2019
On day two I woke up at 2am from yesterday’s painful massage on my lower back. I did not have enough rest for work, so it was a low activity day. I was relieved to find out I was not scheduled to preach in two weeks time. Greek tutoring ended with my student getting a B, an accomplishment for us both.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting and I had to present my case for a coworker. Praise God most were on board with my request. I might have to engage with more leaders.
Day four was good and terrible. Good because I sent my women series to publishers. Unfortunately my back gave way when I had lunch with buddy and his deacon. It was so bad I rather stand than sit nowadays, not able to sit more than half an hour. At night we had dinner with hephew Josiah from USA including Mok sisters and family.
Friday I woke to much thanksgiving because I could sleep. I was hurting the whole day, so I could not do much, preferring to stand than sit. My weak legs are not great either.
On day six I woke to praise for another nights sleep. Morning was language core meeting. At later noon I got to see Chinese chiropractor who worked on my lower back and . I was better but was precautious.
Sunday was the big test. Praise God I could sit for more than 45 minutes. At night I had birthday dinner with China son.
April 16, 2019
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Year 3.47
Year 3.47 was a shock. On Monday I went to my chiropractor but he hardly worked on my swollen leg that bothered me. At night I went for foot massage and the person worked tirelessly on my pain. I decided to continue fasting till Easter.
On day two Buddy and I had lunch with my predecessor who had brought some reconciliation to the church with his report. He was anxious even for a man of his stature.
On Wednesday we had a wonderful leaders prayer meeting, but all fell apart after lunch. I had a rough time trying to convince my colleagues to give others a chance. Buddy did his best jumping up and down coming to my rescue. It was unpleasant for both sides but I did my best.
Thursday was half day, so I waited for the gas company at home in the morning. At night I had do tutoring on leadership.
Friday was tomb sweeping holiday. I had breakfast with Mok sisters who came by to pay respect to Doris at home. We watched some videos for tutoring class. We bought food for home dinner and drank raw barley.
Day six noon was back to church with fellowship at night. Buddy and wife called me for dinner. I was happy to provide fellowship for her.
Sunday was a big day. Herman, Michael and Lucas were in town, the last most unexpectedly. All eight of us had lunch. At night we ate at home - fish and soup.
April 9, 2019
On day two Buddy and I had lunch with my predecessor who had brought some reconciliation to the church with his report. He was anxious even for a man of his stature.
On Wednesday we had a wonderful leaders prayer meeting, but all fell apart after lunch. I had a rough time trying to convince my colleagues to give others a chance. Buddy did his best jumping up and down coming to my rescue. It was unpleasant for both sides but I did my best.
Thursday was half day, so I waited for the gas company at home in the morning. At night I had do tutoring on leadership.
Friday was tomb sweeping holiday. I had breakfast with Mok sisters who came by to pay respect to Doris at home. We watched some videos for tutoring class. We bought food for home dinner and drank raw barley.
Day six noon was back to church with fellowship at night. Buddy and wife called me for dinner. I was happy to provide fellowship for her.
Sunday was a big day. Herman, Michael and Lucas were in town, the last most unexpectedly. All eight of us had lunch. At night we ate at home - fish and soup.
April 9, 2019
Friday, April 5, 2019
Year 3.46
Year 3.46 was a game changer for me. On Monday I had tutoring in the morning as usual but with more challenge into the last week of church fasting. Chiropractor was canceled too.
On day two I had to focus on my coming week’s sermon on 1 John 2. It was disjointed in many ways no matter how much time I put into organizing it. At night my blister popped and it didn’t look good.
On Wednesday morning was our usual leaders meeting, and for one quiet morning I had no agenda listed. The day ended peacefully with lunch. My sermon mind was not working. At night fellowship there was a ppt misunderstanding.
Day four was more pain from foot massage in the morning, followed by lunch with language coworker. I had no breakthrough on my sermon apart from a useful illustration. At night I joined student for more language tutoring.
On Friday we had yum cha. I took the morning off and returned to my office to finish up my PowerPoint in the afternoon. I cringed when I looked at a coworker’s sermon but out of courtesy to his supervisor I did not insist.
Day six morning was troubling as I woke up at 5 am thinking of a coworker’s plight. I decide to write down how to advocate for him. Walking helped. By noon 50percent of the letter was done. Buddy said I had to send it in a day or two or all was lost. At night I fine tuned it to the point it was ready to be sent after a night’s rest.
On Sunday I woke up and put my last touch on a letter up to my sermon standard and sent it at 10am before the dismissal re-evaluation meeting was conducted, not wanting more drama. The sermon was blessed despite the lack of time I put into it. The dismissal meeting went as well as it could. At night pth youth had dinner at my place. It was fun with 12 of us taking a selfie in the lift!
April 2, 2019
On day two I had to focus on my coming week’s sermon on 1 John 2. It was disjointed in many ways no matter how much time I put into organizing it. At night my blister popped and it didn’t look good.
On Wednesday morning was our usual leaders meeting, and for one quiet morning I had no agenda listed. The day ended peacefully with lunch. My sermon mind was not working. At night fellowship there was a ppt misunderstanding.
Day four was more pain from foot massage in the morning, followed by lunch with language coworker. I had no breakthrough on my sermon apart from a useful illustration. At night I joined student for more language tutoring.
On Friday we had yum cha. I took the morning off and returned to my office to finish up my PowerPoint in the afternoon. I cringed when I looked at a coworker’s sermon but out of courtesy to his supervisor I did not insist.
Day six morning was troubling as I woke up at 5 am thinking of a coworker’s plight. I decide to write down how to advocate for him. Walking helped. By noon 50percent of the letter was done. Buddy said I had to send it in a day or two or all was lost. At night I fine tuned it to the point it was ready to be sent after a night’s rest.
On Sunday I woke up and put my last touch on a letter up to my sermon standard and sent it at 10am before the dismissal re-evaluation meeting was conducted, not wanting more drama. The sermon was blessed despite the lack of time I put into it. The dismissal meeting went as well as it could. At night pth youth had dinner at my place. It was fun with 12 of us taking a selfie in the lift!
April 2, 2019
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Year 3.45
Year 3.45 was hectic. On Monday morning I began the day by walking my old neighborhood in Malaysia. The rest of the day was spending the first full day with my brother and his wife, including shopping, having lunch, watching Captain Marvel with them. At night I caught up with Jon who invited me to join his trip.
Day two was visiting my father’s urn followed by a trip to the old market, where I met an old friend Chung, then meeting up with Jon for a three hour local dinner.
Wednesday was a rush because of the distance from the airport, since there was no direct transport there. I got back to Hong Kong in time for a leadership meeting at night plus dinner with coworkers. There was no rest as I joined coworkers for tea and dinner.
Day four was no rest because of meeting a new English coworker for lunch and going through the latest issues. At night I bought some medication and continued with tutoring at night.
On Friday I had to work hard for my sermon translation since I have been away for days. At night I patiently boiled barley for my student from a recipe I brought home with pandan leaf smuggled into my backpack.
Day six was very busy meeting with English core and attending leaders retreat. I attended only an hour the English core meeting and rushed off to lunch with leaders. The noon sessions were lively but I was emotional with a series of coworker events.
Sunday began with a check up for my blister that popped up the night before. The sermon went well, praise God. I finished my prestudy then met up with missionary Jon at home, rested and then we three went for dinner at Social. We had a great time and fellowship.
March 27, 2019
Day two was visiting my father’s urn followed by a trip to the old market, where I met an old friend Chung, then meeting up with Jon for a three hour local dinner.
Wednesday was a rush because of the distance from the airport, since there was no direct transport there. I got back to Hong Kong in time for a leadership meeting at night plus dinner with coworkers. There was no rest as I joined coworkers for tea and dinner.
Day four was no rest because of meeting a new English coworker for lunch and going through the latest issues. At night I bought some medication and continued with tutoring at night.
On Friday I had to work hard for my sermon translation since I have been away for days. At night I patiently boiled barley for my student from a recipe I brought home with pandan leaf smuggled into my backpack.
Day six was very busy meeting with English core and attending leaders retreat. I attended only an hour the English core meeting and rushed off to lunch with leaders. The noon sessions were lively but I was emotional with a series of coworker events.
Sunday began with a check up for my blister that popped up the night before. The sermon went well, praise God. I finished my prestudy then met up with missionary Jon at home, rested and then we three went for dinner at Social. We had a great time and fellowship.
March 27, 2019
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Year 3.44
Year 3.44 took me to my roots. On Monday I had breakfast with two and skipped lunch due Lent fasting. The morning tutoring was made-up for the HB canceled classes. Later I bought flowers and headed to the chiropractor.
Day two began with a worship meeting. I attended more meetings this week because a lot of coworkers are clearing their holidays. Our division had our first meeting. T also dropped off his toaster oven at my place and I his reference letter to his place.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting, where I was appointed BI representative. Night was English fellowship for the last time before the new guy arrives, followed by one last meeting with neighbor T before he leaves for USA.
Day four morning was an extremely painful massage on my right foot that felt terribly cold since my stroke. At night was continual tutoring for Greek. It is quite difficult and daunting for both nevertheless.
I took Friday off to focus on my Greek student and it was paying off. Student has improved by leaps and bounds, ready to take a test later. All by grace, I must add.
Day six I canceled my leave because I had fellowship and attended night worship due tomorrow’s travel. I had a good time with buddy and student, along with a drink to comfort P.
On Sunday I left for KL but the AA seat was tight. On arrival my brother whisked me to dinner with KLBC old members and durian later. The church guest house was good enough for me. It feels like I have come home after 32 years away with few trips back!
March 19, 2019
Day two began with a worship meeting. I attended more meetings this week because a lot of coworkers are clearing their holidays. Our division had our first meeting. T also dropped off his toaster oven at my place and I his reference letter to his place.
Wednesday morning was leaders meeting, where I was appointed BI representative. Night was English fellowship for the last time before the new guy arrives, followed by one last meeting with neighbor T before he leaves for USA.
Day four morning was an extremely painful massage on my right foot that felt terribly cold since my stroke. At night was continual tutoring for Greek. It is quite difficult and daunting for both nevertheless.
I took Friday off to focus on my Greek student and it was paying off. Student has improved by leaps and bounds, ready to take a test later. All by grace, I must add.
Day six I canceled my leave because I had fellowship and attended night worship due tomorrow’s travel. I had a good time with buddy and student, along with a drink to comfort P.
On Sunday I left for KL but the AA seat was tight. On arrival my brother whisked me to dinner with KLBC old members and durian later. The church guest house was good enough for me. It feels like I have come home after 32 years away with few trips back!
March 19, 2019
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Year 3.43
Year 3.43 was little trouble in big China. Monday morning was packed with activities, from foot massage to revival meetings. The first message by Kiven broke whatever resistance I have to leadership as I understood now what sacrifice and surrender mean.
Day two was morning and evening revivals, but the morning messages blessed my heart. Lunch was a three tables farewell to Tom who will return to USA. We also had our first coworkers small group sharing with WPK.
On Wednesday I woke to a dream of Doris going out to work and at the same looking for files in a drawer. I was blessed this time because it’s been more than half a year she did not appear in my dream. At late noon I attended language meeting with less drama nowadays.
Day four was a busy one with revival speakers lunch, followed by chiropractor appointment and a visit to the hospital. A part time employee had stage four cancer out of the blue, so shocking .
Friday was the last day of the revivals, which revived me. What’s next in the future is uncertain, but at least I hold no fear or excuses.
Day six was tea with gets at the same time seminary student was facing persecution in HB. At night I had dinner with Gao who is studying at CBI. At midnight student’s plane landed home safely. It was a testing and maturing time for him.
Sunday morning was breakfast with language leaders. By noon I was sick, but I waited for two, but returned home to rest later. Dinner was with Li family and the rest of the night was a happy reunion.
March 12, 2019
Day two was morning and evening revivals, but the morning messages blessed my heart. Lunch was a three tables farewell to Tom who will return to USA. We also had our first coworkers small group sharing with WPK.
On Wednesday I woke to a dream of Doris going out to work and at the same looking for files in a drawer. I was blessed this time because it’s been more than half a year she did not appear in my dream. At late noon I attended language meeting with less drama nowadays.
Day four was a busy one with revival speakers lunch, followed by chiropractor appointment and a visit to the hospital. A part time employee had stage four cancer out of the blue, so shocking .
Friday was the last day of the revivals, which revived me. What’s next in the future is uncertain, but at least I hold no fear or excuses.
Day six was tea with gets at the same time seminary student was facing persecution in HB. At night I had dinner with Gao who is studying at CBI. At midnight student’s plane landed home safely. It was a testing and maturing time for him.
Sunday morning was breakfast with language leaders. By noon I was sick, but I waited for two, but returned home to rest later. Dinner was with Li family and the rest of the night was a happy reunion.
March 12, 2019
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Year 3.42
Year 3.42 was good to my health. Monday was a slow day because my chiropractor was out of town. I ate near my home and spent the day working on my Grammar Bible with little distraction.
Day two was terrible. First I had to do a blood test, which was not cheap. Then I had to fend off pressure for more leadership, which I did admirably, but it was not fun. I could act the part, at most, but there’s no calling.
On Wednesday we had a leaders meeting that ended early nowadays. Lunch was only attended by five. At night I attended English bible study but attendance was low.
Day four was a painful foot massage but at least it’s better now. We did it at different times now to accommodate our schedule and to maximize masseurs holiday leave before March.
On Friday my China son was here to have dinner with me before a month of study at seminary. He worked very hard last month on both Greek I and Hebrew I, in which I did my part. It was a blessing to see him grow.
Day six began with breakfast in Kwai Fong. I had great news from my doctor shortly before dusk. My health passed with flying colors! Am amazing turn since I turned down leadership. At night I feasted at FS LKH with two good USA friends in town.
Sunday’s finance day went better than I thought. The guys did a good job. At night I had Korean dinner at the airport before a friend departed.
March 5, 2019
Day two was terrible. First I had to do a blood test, which was not cheap. Then I had to fend off pressure for more leadership, which I did admirably, but it was not fun. I could act the part, at most, but there’s no calling.
On Wednesday we had a leaders meeting that ended early nowadays. Lunch was only attended by five. At night I attended English bible study but attendance was low.
Day four was a painful foot massage but at least it’s better now. We did it at different times now to accommodate our schedule and to maximize masseurs holiday leave before March.
On Friday my China son was here to have dinner with me before a month of study at seminary. He worked very hard last month on both Greek I and Hebrew I, in which I did my part. It was a blessing to see him grow.
Day six began with breakfast in Kwai Fong. I had great news from my doctor shortly before dusk. My health passed with flying colors! Am amazing turn since I turned down leadership. At night I feasted at FS LKH with two good USA friends in town.
Sunday’s finance day went better than I thought. The guys did a good job. At night I had Korean dinner at the airport before a friend departed.
March 5, 2019
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Year 3.41
Year 3.41 was a bit upsetting for me. On Monday I had lunch at Yau Ma Tei. The conversation was routine and it was drizzling, but at least I got an eager beaver’s appointment out of the way.
Day two was great for my OT Grammar because an IT guy wrote a program that could delete thousand of unnecessary words for me. That saved a lot of eye work and brain cells.
Wednesday was a long day. I went to the chiropractor in the afternoon, followed by a cdr briefing. At night I had a leaders meeting that ended half an hour before midnight.
Day four was a surprise because I had hand treatment in the morning for that day was full and I had fellowship at night. At night a fellowship candidate attended.
On Friday I went with two to the doctor. The doctor was more reassuring and we were relieved but I was tired the rest of the night walking busy Mongkok to get food. I felt better reaching home.
Day six was upsetting. I forgot to cut my hair yesterday to remember Doris. It was my first miss. At least I had a makeup cut immediately and I felt better.
Sunday morning was a rush at the office to revise my least prepared sermon for along time, which turned out well. Noon was cdr at two places. At night my China sons were at my place for dinner with a few Shanghai friends. We had sharing and prayer.
February 26, 2019
Day two was great for my OT Grammar because an IT guy wrote a program that could delete thousand of unnecessary words for me. That saved a lot of eye work and brain cells.
Wednesday was a long day. I went to the chiropractor in the afternoon, followed by a cdr briefing. At night I had a leaders meeting that ended half an hour before midnight.
Day four was a surprise because I had hand treatment in the morning for that day was full and I had fellowship at night. At night a fellowship candidate attended.
On Friday I went with two to the doctor. The doctor was more reassuring and we were relieved but I was tired the rest of the night walking busy Mongkok to get food. I felt better reaching home.
Day six was upsetting. I forgot to cut my hair yesterday to remember Doris. It was my first miss. At least I had a makeup cut immediately and I felt better.
Sunday morning was a rush at the office to revise my least prepared sermon for along time, which turned out well. Noon was cdr at two places. At night my China sons were at my place for dinner with a few Shanghai friends. We had sharing and prayer.
February 26, 2019
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Year 3.40
Year 3.40 was an alarming week for me. On Monday we had our usual study time but no chiropractor visit due the new year. I was very immersed in doing OT grammar Bible, which is coming along nicely.
Day two was neighbor time. The kids loved my roast pork, better than red packets, say the father. We had our usual walk but we did not walk long. Tuesday, as usual, is a tiring meeting day.
On Wednesday leaders had lunch after meeting, where we do not have a quorum. We had a good lunch though, uncommon for us to have such bonding.
Day four was foot treatment. For the first time I realized my minor stroke affected the lower back all the way to my right foot (sciatica). Student was worried after the results for blood test revealed kidney problem.
Friday was team building. We went to the Wetlands, followed by a visit to the new Yuen Long church. At night Seven and his family were in town. I took them to my favorite Chinese bbq.
Day six was an amazing day. Two passed language exam with flying colors after another week of study and lots of practice exercises. Amazing sometimes what hands-on training can accomplish.
Sunday was a good turn. The doctor assured me there was nothing major about my student’s kidney that cannot be treated, praise God. I had finished Grammar Bible till the Pentateuch.
February 19, 2019
Day two was neighbor time. The kids loved my roast pork, better than red packets, say the father. We had our usual walk but we did not walk long. Tuesday, as usual, is a tiring meeting day.
On Wednesday leaders had lunch after meeting, where we do not have a quorum. We had a good lunch though, uncommon for us to have such bonding.
Day four was foot treatment. For the first time I realized my minor stroke affected the lower back all the way to my right foot (sciatica). Student was worried after the results for blood test revealed kidney problem.
Friday was team building. We went to the Wetlands, followed by a visit to the new Yuen Long church. At night Seven and his family were in town. I took them to my favorite Chinese bbq.
Day six was an amazing day. Two passed language exam with flying colors after another week of study and lots of practice exercises. Amazing sometimes what hands-on training can accomplish.
Sunday was a good turn. The doctor assured me there was nothing major about my student’s kidney that cannot be treated, praise God. I had finished Grammar Bible till the Pentateuch.
February 19, 2019
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Year 3.39
Year 3.39 was the full Chinese new year swing. Monday was new years eve and I had a good reunion breakfast with two before separating. It was enough due to the packed schedule.
Day two was new year. I headed to Tung Chung for coffee before visiting mama Wu in happy valley hospital and had lunch Alice. Dinner was with Simon and wife and walking with the Chus who I bumped into.
On Wednesday I went to Sai Keng close to Sai Kung to visit Doris’ godson whom she did not know. Doris agreed to be godmother to a child given birth at least three years later! On the way home I was lost and the return took me two exhausting hours.
Day four was people mountain people see at the Peak. Jack, Bei and Marion joined me in chasing memories before we had dinner at Chi Kee for dinner. I could not ask for more.
I took Friday and Saturday off to do language tutoring exam but the student was not ready, so I did not grade the paper. The task ahead is greater, so it is back to the drawing board for us. Praise God, I finished the first unedited version of Old Testament Grammar Bible.
I decided to go through the translation part all over with the student. It was my fault I did not give the person more exercises. We covered chapters 17-25. My patience is not where it should be, I must confess, but I am more confident now.
Sunday’s English preaching was well received. I joined Harold and others for lunch before attending prayer meeting, then chatted with buddy and elder before having beef for dinner with student at new restaurant. The rest of the night was revising Hebrew grammar for the last round that started on Friday.
February 12, 2019
Day two was new year. I headed to Tung Chung for coffee before visiting mama Wu in happy valley hospital and had lunch Alice. Dinner was with Simon and wife and walking with the Chus who I bumped into.
On Wednesday I went to Sai Keng close to Sai Kung to visit Doris’ godson whom she did not know. Doris agreed to be godmother to a child given birth at least three years later! On the way home I was lost and the return took me two exhausting hours.
Day four was people mountain people see at the Peak. Jack, Bei and Marion joined me in chasing memories before we had dinner at Chi Kee for dinner. I could not ask for more.
I took Friday and Saturday off to do language tutoring exam but the student was not ready, so I did not grade the paper. The task ahead is greater, so it is back to the drawing board for us. Praise God, I finished the first unedited version of Old Testament Grammar Bible.
I decided to go through the translation part all over with the student. It was my fault I did not give the person more exercises. We covered chapters 17-25. My patience is not where it should be, I must confess, but I am more confident now.
Sunday’s English preaching was well received. I joined Harold and others for lunch before attending prayer meeting, then chatted with buddy and elder before having beef for dinner with student at new restaurant. The rest of the night was revising Hebrew grammar for the last round that started on Friday.
February 12, 2019
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Year 3.38
Year 3.38 was stranger than ever. On Monday I have my usual chiropractor treatment and bought flowers after our lunch. The rest of the day was busy working on the Grammar Bible.
Day two was voting day but I passed because no candidate was suitable. At night I had a wondrous night reunion dinner with buddy, Tom, Percy and Jim. The company was excellent.
On Wednesday I have language meeting followed by an informal meeting with a half time coworker candidate that turnout out well. It’s better to have more coworkers in this crunch year.
On day four I started singing vocals on my morning walk. At night I had a good massage on my numb leg that helped with my blood circulation because on a cold day my leg feels like ice. I have been using heater pad on my right leg sleeping at night.
Friday was extremely busy and weird. The day started with my added weight of 163 lbs and later with pth meeting. In between a deacon called me for lunch. After the meeting Wilson said I’m in danger because I’m officially a candidate he clarified. Buddy concurred. Seems like I missed reading yesterday’s 6pm email. Some met me at 4pm and said I cannot DQ myself even when I declined.
Day six was family reunion dinner with Marion, Chiu and two in tow. We ate a lot followed by the last language tutoring class. I am amazed at how much we have done learned and grew.
Sunday was preaching at north point followed by lunch with Jon R and family from Shanghai. Youth came to my place for dinner, sharing and prayer. At night Two tears touched me.
Happy New Year
February 5, 2019
Day two was voting day but I passed because no candidate was suitable. At night I had a wondrous night reunion dinner with buddy, Tom, Percy and Jim. The company was excellent.
On Wednesday I have language meeting followed by an informal meeting with a half time coworker candidate that turnout out well. It’s better to have more coworkers in this crunch year.
On day four I started singing vocals on my morning walk. At night I had a good massage on my numb leg that helped with my blood circulation because on a cold day my leg feels like ice. I have been using heater pad on my right leg sleeping at night.
Friday was extremely busy and weird. The day started with my added weight of 163 lbs and later with pth meeting. In between a deacon called me for lunch. After the meeting Wilson said I’m in danger because I’m officially a candidate he clarified. Buddy concurred. Seems like I missed reading yesterday’s 6pm email. Some met me at 4pm and said I cannot DQ myself even when I declined.
Day six was family reunion dinner with Marion, Chiu and two in tow. We ate a lot followed by the last language tutoring class. I am amazed at how much we have done learned and grew.
Sunday was preaching at north point followed by lunch with Jon R and family from Shanghai. Youth came to my place for dinner, sharing and prayer. At night Two tears touched me.
Happy New Year
February 5, 2019
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Year 3.37
Year 3.37 was better than the previous week, but still not plain sailing. On Monday I tutored as usual before we had lunch. I bought flowers and went for chiropractor treatment before I headed back to church for my haircut to get ready for tomorrow. At night back at home I had dinner with neighbor who appreciated the ukelele I bought for his son.
Day two was two years eight months without Doris, so there were a lot of misgivings. I spent a lot of time working on the OT grammar Bible after a stroke hampered me six months ago.
On Wednesday we had a morning leaders meeting and lunch together. I did my best to care for an unhappy leader who later joined us for lunch after declining earlier. Night was with English fellowship.
Day four was joining T fellowship. The sharing caught me by surprise as I wept for Doris after hearing a person shared about missing her deceased brother eleven years after his death.
On Friday I met a worker who was unsuccessful applying for a pastoral position but I thought we could use him. At night I was happily helping out in theological studies. I always think of many who need a pastoral position.
Day six was talking to an unhappy coworker. I do not think the situation could continue. It sure made me very uncomfortable knowing how blunt the talk was.
On Sunday I did a prestudy then headed home to rest before I joined with Cheng and Kwan families for our reunion dinner. My bbq pork was praised. We enjoyed praying together, as represented by three papas.
January 29, 2019
Day two was two years eight months without Doris, so there were a lot of misgivings. I spent a lot of time working on the OT grammar Bible after a stroke hampered me six months ago.
On Wednesday we had a morning leaders meeting and lunch together. I did my best to care for an unhappy leader who later joined us for lunch after declining earlier. Night was with English fellowship.
Day four was joining T fellowship. The sharing caught me by surprise as I wept for Doris after hearing a person shared about missing her deceased brother eleven years after his death.
On Friday I met a worker who was unsuccessful applying for a pastoral position but I thought we could use him. At night I was happily helping out in theological studies. I always think of many who need a pastoral position.
Day six was talking to an unhappy coworker. I do not think the situation could continue. It sure made me very uncomfortable knowing how blunt the talk was.
On Sunday I did a prestudy then headed home to rest before I joined with Cheng and Kwan families for our reunion dinner. My bbq pork was praised. We enjoyed praying together, as represented by three papas.
January 29, 2019
Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Year 3.36
Year 3.36 was just a miserable week. On Monday I tutored in the morning at the club and had lunch before I went to the chiropractors. At night I had dinner at neighbors place.
Day two was the usual coworker meeting in a new format. I had to get ready for my second week of preaching, this time at pth. It was hard to get going preaching for the second straight week.
On Wednesday I forgot my language meeting due to the busyness getting ready for leaders meeting that ended 10pm for a change. My coworker shared a good short message at the fellowship.
Day four was the occasion of four USA friends meeting in HK by chance because of holiday scheduling. After that a friend requested to pray together for our joint writing project on Ecclesiastes.
Friday was a bad day because another wants to quit. This one was hard to take because he was doing too well. Suddenly my mood darkened and my temper tested.
Day six language core meeting was shortened to one and a half hours from the regular two and a half hours meeting. At lunch I encourage the core to treat the incoming coworker better. St night I was disappointed I was not invited to an inner circle dinner.
Sunday I had a melt down mourning for the loss of a coworker. I had to focus on James 5 preaching. By God’s grace, it went very well. At night I had dinner and talked it out with two to clear my system. As usual, I was comforted, but still my system was heated and overloaded.
January 22, 2019
Day two was the usual coworker meeting in a new format. I had to get ready for my second week of preaching, this time at pth. It was hard to get going preaching for the second straight week.
On Wednesday I forgot my language meeting due to the busyness getting ready for leaders meeting that ended 10pm for a change. My coworker shared a good short message at the fellowship.
Day four was the occasion of four USA friends meeting in HK by chance because of holiday scheduling. After that a friend requested to pray together for our joint writing project on Ecclesiastes.
Friday was a bad day because another wants to quit. This one was hard to take because he was doing too well. Suddenly my mood darkened and my temper tested.
Day six language core meeting was shortened to one and a half hours from the regular two and a half hours meeting. At lunch I encourage the core to treat the incoming coworker better. St night I was disappointed I was not invited to an inner circle dinner.
Sunday I had a melt down mourning for the loss of a coworker. I had to focus on James 5 preaching. By God’s grace, it went very well. At night I had dinner and talked it out with two to clear my system. As usual, I was comforted, but still my system was heated and overloaded.
January 22, 2019
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Year 3.35
Year 3.35 was a hectic week and the thrill was gone. On Monday I had a chiropractor appointment and my legs are getting more attention at last. I had a prayer meeting with buddy’s group but I can see how busy we’ve been.
Day two was a busy coworkers meeting where I was unveiled as one of nine candidates for the senior job, which is mission impossible. I met old friend Gilbert on the way down, so he asked me to join him for a drink.
At night HR asked me where to put my head count.
On Wednesday I continued with Matt 5 to help out buddy just in case he takes a holiday. At night I led the Bible study on Micah to help out the English fellowship that is without a pastor.
On day four I was invited to meet with some missionaries on furlough. They are retiring but they can help our language work.
Friday wasn’t any easier because sermon for language worship is coming on Sunday. At night I tutored two in exposition. The progress was remarkable.
On Day six I met with Indonesian Chou. It seems he is retiring, so our collaboration has its challenges. The meeting after did not go well, so I have to soothe feathers. At night I listened to buddy preaching.
On Sunday I had to arrive early for kids Sunday school meeting and I met some youth for the newly formed English youth fellowship. I thought I did far better than my first time speaking Indonesian. Waylon was in town, so we had lunch together. At night we got a good bargain $123 for three tea orders at Cafe restaurant. I also restarted work on OT grammar, which is quite a task.
January 15, 2019
Day two was a busy coworkers meeting where I was unveiled as one of nine candidates for the senior job, which is mission impossible. I met old friend Gilbert on the way down, so he asked me to join him for a drink.
At night HR asked me where to put my head count.
On Wednesday I continued with Matt 5 to help out buddy just in case he takes a holiday. At night I led the Bible study on Micah to help out the English fellowship that is without a pastor.
On day four I was invited to meet with some missionaries on furlough. They are retiring but they can help our language work.
Friday wasn’t any easier because sermon for language worship is coming on Sunday. At night I tutored two in exposition. The progress was remarkable.
On Day six I met with Indonesian Chou. It seems he is retiring, so our collaboration has its challenges. The meeting after did not go well, so I have to soothe feathers. At night I listened to buddy preaching.
On Sunday I had to arrive early for kids Sunday school meeting and I met some youth for the newly formed English youth fellowship. I thought I did far better than my first time speaking Indonesian. Waylon was in town, so we had lunch together. At night we got a good bargain $123 for three tea orders at Cafe restaurant. I also restarted work on OT grammar, which is quite a task.
January 15, 2019
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Year 3.34
Year 3.34 was bittersweet. On Monday Shandong son Zac arrived for a week’s stay. His father was my student and Zac spent a week with me previously when I had a stroke in August. Our first day sharing on New Year’s Day with two was hard for him as a young man struggling with persecution and personal struggles. We ate a lot of snacks and took a picture at midnight.
Day two was new year. We went to church prayer meeting and had a great time. Surprisingly 2018 was far from my mind already. For lunch we joined with pth group instead of eating on our own. At night we went for salmon before all left, with Zac my only company for a week.
On Wednesday I had forgot all about the language meetings. I hurried over and gave an unhappy message to staff even though I was looking forward to the new year. At night i did the New Year resolutions with the English group. It went well.
Day four I have a rather quiet day as Shangdong son was with Shanghai son for dinner, so I managed to work on my new women series. At night I had hand treatment as well.
Friday was a busy day beginning with a Skype interview for a candidate. It went ok and we need help. At 5pm a bunch of workers went over to visit a coworker at the funeral parlor. At night I joined my three China sons for dinner, our first for a long time. At night I dreamed of my China son leading others to sing a new song to the Lord.
Day six was emotional for me as I started to think of Doris’ birthday tomorrow. The day was also the unpleasant vetting which we got over with relief, but things were too good to be true, I found out later. At night I went for fellowship but the prayer talk was suspicious.
On Sunday morning I cried for some time remembering Doris’ birthday. I was also amazed Doris appeared in my dream for her birthday in months, jokingly telling me to turn down the volume. We don’t even have a audio player at home. At noon a USA friend surprised me with dinner. After noon fellowship my China sons went with me to Repulse Bay to take pictures of me similar to Doris’ old poses.At night we went for salmon before all left, with Zac my company for a week.
Praise God to close out 2018:
1. Mom accepted Christ
2. Minor stroke recovery
3. My China sons
January 8, 2019
Day two was new year. We went to church prayer meeting and had a great time. Surprisingly 2018 was far from my mind already. For lunch we joined with pth group instead of eating on our own. At night we went for salmon before all left, with Zac my only company for a week.
On Wednesday I had forgot all about the language meetings. I hurried over and gave an unhappy message to staff even though I was looking forward to the new year. At night i did the New Year resolutions with the English group. It went well.
Day four I have a rather quiet day as Shangdong son was with Shanghai son for dinner, so I managed to work on my new women series. At night I had hand treatment as well.
Friday was a busy day beginning with a Skype interview for a candidate. It went ok and we need help. At 5pm a bunch of workers went over to visit a coworker at the funeral parlor. At night I joined my three China sons for dinner, our first for a long time. At night I dreamed of my China son leading others to sing a new song to the Lord.
Day six was emotional for me as I started to think of Doris’ birthday tomorrow. The day was also the unpleasant vetting which we got over with relief, but things were too good to be true, I found out later. At night I went for fellowship but the prayer talk was suspicious.
On Sunday morning I cried for some time remembering Doris’ birthday. I was also amazed Doris appeared in my dream for her birthday in months, jokingly telling me to turn down the volume. We don’t even have a audio player at home. At noon a USA friend surprised me with dinner. After noon fellowship my China sons went with me to Repulse Bay to take pictures of me similar to Doris’ old poses.At night we went for salmon before all left, with Zac my company for a week.
Praise God to close out 2018:
1. Mom accepted Christ
2. Minor stroke recovery
3. My China sons
January 8, 2019
Friday, January 4, 2019
Year 3.33
Year 3.33 was the Singapore trip before the end of the year. On Monday it was Christmas Eve and we attended the evangelistic meeting. The program was average and the attendance was low due the rain and the ticketing.
Day two was the start of the Singapore trip which was exciting with my China son in tow. Chang met us at the airport and took us to eat chicken rice at a neighboring food center. Round two was eating durians and we ate four fruits among three of us.
On Wednesday Chang took us to the Merlion and Rev John Chang went with us to share the gospel with my mom. Praise God, after decades she finally accepted Christ after her recent spate of falling down, as many as fourteen times, before she was hospitalized.
On day four we ventured to visit Sentosa by ourselves. I found the hotel Capella where Trump and Kim signed their treaty. At night old friend Richard took us to eat Indonesian good and dropped us off at Little India, where we took our first train home.
On Friday Chang took us to Johor where he bought us twelve pandan cakes to take home. It was a worthwhile trip to take as I had not been to the south before. Nor have I returned to the country for ages.
On day six morning we visited my mother again and this time located the neighbor church across the street whose pastor promised to visit her more for follow-up. Hong Kong was cold when I stepped out of the plane in contrast to Singapore.
On Sunday it was back to reality as I had to preach James 4 at the Pth worship. Praise God Everything went according to plan as I returned monthly to preach. At night I attended the ICC year end celebration.
January 2, 2019
Day two was the start of the Singapore trip which was exciting with my China son in tow. Chang met us at the airport and took us to eat chicken rice at a neighboring food center. Round two was eating durians and we ate four fruits among three of us.
On Wednesday Chang took us to the Merlion and Rev John Chang went with us to share the gospel with my mom. Praise God, after decades she finally accepted Christ after her recent spate of falling down, as many as fourteen times, before she was hospitalized.
On day four we ventured to visit Sentosa by ourselves. I found the hotel Capella where Trump and Kim signed their treaty. At night old friend Richard took us to eat Indonesian good and dropped us off at Little India, where we took our first train home.
On Friday Chang took us to Johor where he bought us twelve pandan cakes to take home. It was a worthwhile trip to take as I had not been to the south before. Nor have I returned to the country for ages.
On day six morning we visited my mother again and this time located the neighbor church across the street whose pastor promised to visit her more for follow-up. Hong Kong was cold when I stepped out of the plane in contrast to Singapore.
On Sunday it was back to reality as I had to preach James 4 at the Pth worship. Praise God Everything went according to plan as I returned monthly to preach. At night I attended the ICC year end celebration.
January 2, 2019
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