Year 3.32 ended beautifully. Monday was full of energy with two so I skipped lunch, hoping to catch buddy for high tea. I could also do some sermon work on women in the mean time. Buddy was busy talking to a coworker who is unsure of staying locally, so I ate and left.
Day two was office Christmas celebration but I was tired during coworkers meeting because of the lack of rest. I fought sleep for the rest of the day, gave my new book away to coworkers. Thankfully I’m down to the last box outside my office.
On Wednesday I had a talk with a coworker and understood it was best for him to take care of his familys health first. Later we had an early 5pm leaders before the night leaders meeting that ended two minutes before midnight, so I took the 1230am bus home.
On Thursday I tried to catch up to sleep but it did not work the whole day. I had both chiropractor and hand treatment to alleviate the pain in the body and limb.
On Friday I weighed myself in the morning and had gained to 161.5 lbs from the last 155 lbs. I cut my hair for Doris’ day tomorrow and bought some flowers for her. I announced I would wrap up giving our new book by today.
Day six was tutoring in the morning and theatre at 3pm followed by dinner with Kwan and buddy. The restaurants were all packed, so we waited line line for Lao Lao. At night I finally finished my last sermon for my women series.
Sunday was dinner with shanghai cowalkers and we ha a great time sharing year end reflections. The surprise was that all get a hallmark superhero gift from us. It was a super happy time.
December 25, 2018
Friday, December 28, 2018
Thursday, December 20, 2018
Year 3.31
Year 3.31 was a busy but blessed week. On Monday we had yum cha before I visited the chiropractor after a busy week the previous week. Next I bought my second pot of lilies at Flower Street. The rest of the day was slow and relaxed. At night I joined my neighbor coworker for hotpot. My last sermon on the women series is rough.
Day two activities ate most of my time. First we had the worship committee followed by coworkers meeting, and the workshop on Friendship led by buddy, Bon and I. Attendance was sparse but supportive of us. At night I waited for two after a rehearsal.
Wednesday was leaders meeting from 10am to 3pm! I was wide eyed after the meeting but caught a nap before I had to lead the English fellowship because the staff was fatigued. All was better than I’d imagined.
Day four was breakfast with neighbors. Lunch was with missionary Lewis who was in town and we talked about seminary training during persecution times. I am as committed as ever to hit the road. At night I attended Young adult fellowship. Keith gave a good sharing.
Friday was a teary day as I choked back tears connecting with childhood young friend Thien Loon. Old friends cared much for me. It was pth staff meeting. My new books arrived at noon and buddy and I joined the pastor for lunch last minute. I was notified I am one of nine candidates for the upcoming vacant church leadership. At least I got home early to finish up my first point. The night was cold this week so I was thankful I did not catch a cold.
Day six was my third OT of the week. In the morning I had to chair an English meeting and went to lunch at science park with core. At night I attended pth Christmas dinner and sketch. Son was tremendous.
Sunday I had lunch with young man D to gauge his interest in a vacancy. He was open and flexible to a lot of roles. I got a nap before we returned to our old place at night for dinner and bought some dumplings home. This week I prayed for two coworkers,one fatigued and another faced family death.
December 17, 2018
Day two activities ate most of my time. First we had the worship committee followed by coworkers meeting, and the workshop on Friendship led by buddy, Bon and I. Attendance was sparse but supportive of us. At night I waited for two after a rehearsal.
Wednesday was leaders meeting from 10am to 3pm! I was wide eyed after the meeting but caught a nap before I had to lead the English fellowship because the staff was fatigued. All was better than I’d imagined.
Day four was breakfast with neighbors. Lunch was with missionary Lewis who was in town and we talked about seminary training during persecution times. I am as committed as ever to hit the road. At night I attended Young adult fellowship. Keith gave a good sharing.
Friday was a teary day as I choked back tears connecting with childhood young friend Thien Loon. Old friends cared much for me. It was pth staff meeting. My new books arrived at noon and buddy and I joined the pastor for lunch last minute. I was notified I am one of nine candidates for the upcoming vacant church leadership. At least I got home early to finish up my first point. The night was cold this week so I was thankful I did not catch a cold.
Day six was my third OT of the week. In the morning I had to chair an English meeting and went to lunch at science park with core. At night I attended pth Christmas dinner and sketch. Son was tremendous.
Sunday I had lunch with young man D to gauge his interest in a vacancy. He was open and flexible to a lot of roles. I got a nap before we returned to our old place at night for dinner and bought some dumplings home. This week I prayed for two coworkers,one fatigued and another faced family death.
December 17, 2018
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
Year 3.30
Year 3.30 was a blessed training week overseas right next door to home security. We were housed in a hotel next door. Monday was class with 40 students 9-630pm, an hour more each day to make up for Friday’s half day to catch an earlier flight home. Classes were next block.
Day two was meeting Harold for lunch. Bless his heart, he’s retired here more than ten years ago. At night we found a Starbucks a train stop away, but everything else in the mall was extremely expensive.
Wednesday was even better. We saw a mask performance at night in zkh. It was a wondrous night out. The class was going on well into Philippians 3. The students were very hard working.
Day four was a night outing to the biggest shopping center, where we ate at an average local Korean restaurant but finally had egg pancake and durian pancake at wuu. It was another good day to see the city.
At Friday noon we ate at jl before taking a cab to the airport, arriving home at 10pm even though I was nervous taking a bus across. Now I am bold enough to try more ventures like this in the future.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning, followed by filling my year plan report and having buddy dinner before attending fellowship a bit at night. I miss hk food, so we ate at kf.
Sunday was a hard day for me, attending a prayer meeting where my tears flowed freely for a coworker who is facing fatigue. We had tw dinner with sweet company and then called it a day.
December 11, 2018
Day two was meeting Harold for lunch. Bless his heart, he’s retired here more than ten years ago. At night we found a Starbucks a train stop away, but everything else in the mall was extremely expensive.
Wednesday was even better. We saw a mask performance at night in zkh. It was a wondrous night out. The class was going on well into Philippians 3. The students were very hard working.
Day four was a night outing to the biggest shopping center, where we ate at an average local Korean restaurant but finally had egg pancake and durian pancake at wuu. It was another good day to see the city.
At Friday noon we ate at jl before taking a cab to the airport, arriving home at 10pm even though I was nervous taking a bus across. Now I am bold enough to try more ventures like this in the future.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning, followed by filling my year plan report and having buddy dinner before attending fellowship a bit at night. I miss hk food, so we ate at kf.
Sunday was a hard day for me, attending a prayer meeting where my tears flowed freely for a coworker who is facing fatigue. We had tw dinner with sweet company and then called it a day.
December 11, 2018
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Year 3.29
Year 3.29 ended with a mad dash. On Monday I had lunch with a former leader and he shared about his experience on board. Like many leaders I know, he was dutiful and diligent, doing double duty standing up and be counted when the church needed him most. After lunch we picked up a visa to Malaysia to make it a pleasant day for two.
We had a coworkers sermon group for Colossians 3 that fortunately went well and ended punctually. I was eagerly waiting for a TST dinner with a relative but the rain caused the dinner to relocate to Yata. We had a good walk after dinner.
Wednesday was an enjoyable leaders meeting for a change. especially when I voiced that we should meet for one less hour instead of four hours. Others were more responsive this time because there were other meetings to attend.
On Thursday I spent six and a half hours at the hospital, eight including reaching there earlier. The doctor told me I was prefiabetic too. At 3pm we had high tea, ordering four orders at the special price. After dinner I returned for another hour to the hospital for the meds. At night I attended fellowship’s time to restart.
On Friday I had to see my chiropractor at prince Edward, taking much more traveling time that I prefer. I had a prayer group at the late afternoon, including hearing a coworker’s woe. I must admit we have our fair share, so the problem is how to gel the team.
The next day’s morning walk solved a problem about how to help my coworker. Then I tutored a student in the language. At night I returned home after fellowship singing to pack up for tomorrow ‘s trip.
Sunday was hectic to say the least. Morning breakfast was followed by morning worship, then sermon in English worship and attending a concert at city hall. We caught a bus and another taxi to take us to the airport for my missions teaching trip. We arrived a little past midnight, but I was thankful for the miracle of making it to the airport because we caught a 545pm bus for a three hours flight.
December 5, 2018
We had a coworkers sermon group for Colossians 3 that fortunately went well and ended punctually. I was eagerly waiting for a TST dinner with a relative but the rain caused the dinner to relocate to Yata. We had a good walk after dinner.
Wednesday was an enjoyable leaders meeting for a change. especially when I voiced that we should meet for one less hour instead of four hours. Others were more responsive this time because there were other meetings to attend.
On Thursday I spent six and a half hours at the hospital, eight including reaching there earlier. The doctor told me I was prefiabetic too. At 3pm we had high tea, ordering four orders at the special price. After dinner I returned for another hour to the hospital for the meds. At night I attended fellowship’s time to restart.
On Friday I had to see my chiropractor at prince Edward, taking much more traveling time that I prefer. I had a prayer group at the late afternoon, including hearing a coworker’s woe. I must admit we have our fair share, so the problem is how to gel the team.
The next day’s morning walk solved a problem about how to help my coworker. Then I tutored a student in the language. At night I returned home after fellowship singing to pack up for tomorrow ‘s trip.
Sunday was hectic to say the least. Morning breakfast was followed by morning worship, then sermon in English worship and attending a concert at city hall. We caught a bus and another taxi to take us to the airport for my missions teaching trip. We arrived a little past midnight, but I was thankful for the miracle of making it to the airport because we caught a 545pm bus for a three hours flight.
December 5, 2018
Thursday, November 29, 2018
Year 3.28
Year 3.28 was a tiring but tremendous week, on reflection. On Monday we went to Malaysia embassy to get a visa for two, had goose lunch at wan Chai, then saw a chiropractor and had dinner with buddy to call it a day.
Day two was an exhausting day where everyone shared their feelings about a lost case. There must be a better way than merely vetting feelings. I had milk tea after the session and did not sleep till 3am.
The next day’s sharing was no better at a higher level. The transition is ten months away and there is no person in mind.
Meanwhile I shaved my head to remember Doris the next day and talked with a coworker A to help the person with the oncoming Sunday sermon. I finished my second last sermon on women in the Bible.
Day four was two and a half years without Doris. I had lunch with an admin worker S whose wife passed away two months
ago. He was in fine sprits and urged me lead more in the future. At night I attended a new fellowship to provide presence and send out my new book’s cover to friends.
Day six tutoring was canceled because my student went to NPAC with a music group. I had lunch catching up with my ex roommate Lucas. He did say, Who would listen to a new leader? After fellowship we had wonderful Vietnamese food.
On Sunday buddy suddenly showed up at my poor and we had lunch together. I had my second prestudy with my new fellowship. It went well and my new partner did the second study. We rested before we had a delicious hotpot to end the thanksgiving week.
November 27, 2018
Day two was an exhausting day where everyone shared their feelings about a lost case. There must be a better way than merely vetting feelings. I had milk tea after the session and did not sleep till 3am.
The next day’s sharing was no better at a higher level. The transition is ten months away and there is no person in mind.
Meanwhile I shaved my head to remember Doris the next day and talked with a coworker A to help the person with the oncoming Sunday sermon. I finished my second last sermon on women in the Bible.
Day four was two and a half years without Doris. I had lunch with an admin worker S whose wife passed away two months
ago. He was in fine sprits and urged me lead more in the future. At night I attended a new fellowship to provide presence and send out my new book’s cover to friends.
Day six tutoring was canceled because my student went to NPAC with a music group. I had lunch catching up with my ex roommate Lucas. He did say, Who would listen to a new leader? After fellowship we had wonderful Vietnamese food.
On Sunday buddy suddenly showed up at my poor and we had lunch together. I had my second prestudy with my new fellowship. It went well and my new partner did the second study. We rested before we had a delicious hotpot to end the thanksgiving week.
November 27, 2018
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Year 3.27
Year 3.27 as usual was a busy week that ended with joyous company from relatives. Monday started on a great note, going to the bank to open an account for a relative. Otherwise all my things in life are pretty much settled. We had lunch and I went to the chiropractor, followed by buddy chat and work on my second last sermon for another new book.
Day two was a taxing day with feedback on a legal issue. I had to drink milk tea to relieve the pressure, a drink I had rid of since my stroke. Night was the occasion of the last men’s fellowship bible study in putonghua. Praise God I have finished up the last study and Bible character Doris wanted me to do.
On Wednesday a UK friend had breakfast with me, telling of his son’s wedding banquet in town and ministry in UK. I have two meetings that day from 11am to 4pm. After the second meeting was over I cannot help but drank my second of milk tea in the week for over-meeting.
Day four was the final day of revision for my two new books. It was quite a relief. Today was probably the last time I get a hand massage on Thursday as I have to help a new fellowship occasionally.
On Friday tiredness caught up to me. I could do little at office but still managed to do two outlines. A coworker’s wife said, I lost weight, so the next day I found out I was 162.5 lbs from the last 161 lbs.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning. Not only did I catch up to the language I enjoyed the dynamics together. I had lunch with a core member and ended the night listening to buddys sermon with a relative.
Sunday was my return to language worship after ten weeks away teaching Sunday school. I had the unplanned opportunity to talk to a coworker about stress and briefed some. Dinner was complete with sushi and dessert at night.
November 20, 2018
Day two was a taxing day with feedback on a legal issue. I had to drink milk tea to relieve the pressure, a drink I had rid of since my stroke. Night was the occasion of the last men’s fellowship bible study in putonghua. Praise God I have finished up the last study and Bible character Doris wanted me to do.
On Wednesday a UK friend had breakfast with me, telling of his son’s wedding banquet in town and ministry in UK. I have two meetings that day from 11am to 4pm. After the second meeting was over I cannot help but drank my second of milk tea in the week for over-meeting.
Day four was the final day of revision for my two new books. It was quite a relief. Today was probably the last time I get a hand massage on Thursday as I have to help a new fellowship occasionally.
On Friday tiredness caught up to me. I could do little at office but still managed to do two outlines. A coworker’s wife said, I lost weight, so the next day I found out I was 162.5 lbs from the last 161 lbs.
Day six was language tutoring in the morning. Not only did I catch up to the language I enjoyed the dynamics together. I had lunch with a core member and ended the night listening to buddys sermon with a relative.
Sunday was my return to language worship after ten weeks away teaching Sunday school. I had the unplanned opportunity to talk to a coworker about stress and briefed some. Dinner was complete with sushi and dessert at night.
November 20, 2018
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Year 3.26
Year 3.26 was a fulfilling end to a difficult week. Monday started off with a two days retreat. The night climax was supper by the pier. The skits were funny but ironically pointed to the tension among coworkers.
Day two was bitter sweet but honest and helpful. After the retreat I went to the beach with S and P to gather my thoughts and clear my mind. They enjoyed examining the shoreline shells. The trip to Tung Chung was joined by a horde of mainland visitors but we managed to enjoy a quiet cup of high tea.
Wednesday was an arduous day meetings with leaders and language coworkers from 11am to 4pm. I felt lonely and empty attending that many meetings with retreat included. Thankfully a coworker told me he was physically tired too, so I was not unique with my feelings.
Day four was slightly better with friend Justin coming by to share his latest job prospects. My presence at a new fellowship was delayed for another week so I had time for hand treatment.
On Friday our department went through our year plan smoothly and had a department lunch. The guys were really efficient at their work. I think the department is in safe hands.
Day six was enjoyable language tutoring for two in the morning, followed by attendance at a graduation, where three coworkers graduated. So far I’ve been blessed to be invited to two graduation.
Sunday was last day of Sunday school, one of my most satisfying classes. Two seminary students attended in rapt attention. At night we ate at our favorite golden belly restaurant. For two days I got over my tiredness with a good massage from a relative.
December 13, 2018
Day two was bitter sweet but honest and helpful. After the retreat I went to the beach with S and P to gather my thoughts and clear my mind. They enjoyed examining the shoreline shells. The trip to Tung Chung was joined by a horde of mainland visitors but we managed to enjoy a quiet cup of high tea.
Wednesday was an arduous day meetings with leaders and language coworkers from 11am to 4pm. I felt lonely and empty attending that many meetings with retreat included. Thankfully a coworker told me he was physically tired too, so I was not unique with my feelings.
Day four was slightly better with friend Justin coming by to share his latest job prospects. My presence at a new fellowship was delayed for another week so I had time for hand treatment.
On Friday our department went through our year plan smoothly and had a department lunch. The guys were really efficient at their work. I think the department is in safe hands.
Day six was enjoyable language tutoring for two in the morning, followed by attendance at a graduation, where three coworkers graduated. So far I’ve been blessed to be invited to two graduation.
Sunday was last day of Sunday school, one of my most satisfying classes. Two seminary students attended in rapt attention. At night we ate at our favorite golden belly restaurant. For two days I got over my tiredness with a good massage from a relative.
December 13, 2018
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Year 3.25
Year 3.25 was a happy one with loved ones. Jon left today. He’s a brother who care for me very much, taking the trouble to visit me after my stroke, so I did my best to teach him Grammar Bible. We watched First Man together and I was touched by the movie couples relationship.
Day two I joined coworkers for a free flu prevention jab on the fifth week when we do not have a coworkers meeting. I had to correct a list of errata for my book before Friday’s due date.
On Wednesday I was invited to join James and family for dinner. He is definitely growing in the Lord. It’s a matter of how he used his resources for the ministry.
Day four was a strange day in more days than one. I dreamed my coworker got reserved parking in church but I could not called him to pick up Doris when it rained, so I took a taxi with yk another coworker, but her child was too busy to get into the car. Some unexpectedly called me and buddy for dinner. It turned out ok, not much drama or development. I was able to get a better chiropractor hour to accommodate lunch. At night I found Doris’ Doctor of Education degree her sister had put under the bed.
Friday was a relief because I finally finished my James chart with pomp and pride. When I first started on it there was nothing much to say, so much so I almost gave up.
Day six was a joyous day for me. The morning began with shopping for a game for Doris’ diploma. On top of correcting my book for the last time, I received two after a three weeks absence. Character, courage and compassion are slowly forming.
On Sunday I met Jamie from the seminary. In the evening I canceled dinner with youth because one is having problems. Instead we went to Outback for rib.
November 6, 2018
Day two I joined coworkers for a free flu prevention jab on the fifth week when we do not have a coworkers meeting. I had to correct a list of errata for my book before Friday’s due date.
On Wednesday I was invited to join James and family for dinner. He is definitely growing in the Lord. It’s a matter of how he used his resources for the ministry.
Day four was a strange day in more days than one. I dreamed my coworker got reserved parking in church but I could not called him to pick up Doris when it rained, so I took a taxi with yk another coworker, but her child was too busy to get into the car. Some unexpectedly called me and buddy for dinner. It turned out ok, not much drama or development. I was able to get a better chiropractor hour to accommodate lunch. At night I found Doris’ Doctor of Education degree her sister had put under the bed.
Friday was a relief because I finally finished my James chart with pomp and pride. When I first started on it there was nothing much to say, so much so I almost gave up.
Day six was a joyous day for me. The morning began with shopping for a game for Doris’ diploma. On top of correcting my book for the last time, I received two after a three weeks absence. Character, courage and compassion are slowly forming.
On Sunday I met Jamie from the seminary. In the evening I canceled dinner with youth because one is having problems. Instead we went to Outback for rib.
November 6, 2018
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Year 3.24
Year 3.24 was a great week. I went to tst book exhibition after a long absence. On Monday our prayer group had dinner together. I started working on the corrections to my new books.
Day two I was off to see Dr Yu who told me I have no aneurysm. He was very gracious to me. It was good news but I’d better wait for tomorrow’s visit to the hospital.
On Wednesday was leaders meeting, followed by an important hospital appointment. The doctor even said no surgery is needed. My department coworker was with me.
On day four I made an hours walk following a doctor’s advice. I made my first appearance at a new fellowship at night. I have decided to visit more after the present pastor has left.
On Friday I visited Paul at ymca, where I met Chu from my old denomination in USA. More important friend Jon was in town for four days to check on my health. I took the day off and we had mixed grill dinner at KF. At night I could feel my right foot wearing slippers.
On day six I took Jon to the Peak. He was also here to learn how to use the Grammar Bible. I was gracious for his presence and insights.
On Sunday I thought students the Greek alphabet. They were really good. Later at mid noon I led a prestudy for the new fellowship. At night we had “golden belly” dinner at Yata.
October 31, 2018
Day two I was off to see Dr Yu who told me I have no aneurysm. He was very gracious to me. It was good news but I’d better wait for tomorrow’s visit to the hospital.
On Wednesday was leaders meeting, followed by an important hospital appointment. The doctor even said no surgery is needed. My department coworker was with me.
On day four I made an hours walk following a doctor’s advice. I made my first appearance at a new fellowship at night. I have decided to visit more after the present pastor has left.
On Friday I visited Paul at ymca, where I met Chu from my old denomination in USA. More important friend Jon was in town for four days to check on my health. I took the day off and we had mixed grill dinner at KF. At night I could feel my right foot wearing slippers.
On day six I took Jon to the Peak. He was also here to learn how to use the Grammar Bible. I was gracious for his presence and insights.
On Sunday I thought students the Greek alphabet. They were really good. Later at mid noon I led a prestudy for the new fellowship. At night we had “golden belly” dinner at Yata.
October 31, 2018
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Year 3.23
Year 3.23 was a victory of some sort health wise. On Monday a neighbor started joining me in my morning walks. I went to my chiropractor followed by dinner with buddy. We went back to our dining place now that it’s quieter, not invaded by tourists.
Day two was a chaos with mtr rail down. There was little help with total paralysis in HK. I had to take a taxi and forgot my Chinese doctor appointment. It wasn’t that bad with no preaching ahead. A former coworker texted and said that a friend I prayed for many years had accepted Christ in his church in Vancouver after the family immigrated there. How amazing God works!
Wednesday was Chun Yeung public holiday. I had dim sum with Doris ‘ two sisters but had to go to the hospital after learning last night that Doris’ good friend Judy was dying from cancer. I joined her two other friends to visit her.
Day four was a special day. I had to reach Evangel by 7am for my MRI and stayed seven hours there. Praise God at night my doctor friend texted me: “This is the report of the MRI and MRA of brain. Basically nothing major is going on. There is no evidence of aneurysm! Praise God.”
Friday morning I returned to the hospital to get my report. I bumped into my predecessor who encouraged me to serve more. I took half the day off but waited at home futilely for Jon to arrive in Hk because we mixed up the dates.
Day six was a trip to the chiropractor and I joined fellowship for dinner. Buddy asked me my plans to serve too. I said my three criteria are God’s calling, not for self interest and not to compete. Finally the the scarred left foot bottom was healed, so it’s been more than a month.
I was rather early to SS but I wasn’t in a rush. It was an emotional day as I shared my recovery and future service in class. Lunch was with rtcp and haircut followed to remember Doris for Monday, another month passing by.
October 23, 2018
Day two was a chaos with mtr rail down. There was little help with total paralysis in HK. I had to take a taxi and forgot my Chinese doctor appointment. It wasn’t that bad with no preaching ahead. A former coworker texted and said that a friend I prayed for many years had accepted Christ in his church in Vancouver after the family immigrated there. How amazing God works!
Wednesday was Chun Yeung public holiday. I had dim sum with Doris ‘ two sisters but had to go to the hospital after learning last night that Doris’ good friend Judy was dying from cancer. I joined her two other friends to visit her.
Day four was a special day. I had to reach Evangel by 7am for my MRI and stayed seven hours there. Praise God at night my doctor friend texted me: “This is the report of the MRI and MRA of brain. Basically nothing major is going on. There is no evidence of aneurysm! Praise God.”
Friday morning I returned to the hospital to get my report. I bumped into my predecessor who encouraged me to serve more. I took half the day off but waited at home futilely for Jon to arrive in Hk because we mixed up the dates.
Day six was a trip to the chiropractor and I joined fellowship for dinner. Buddy asked me my plans to serve too. I said my three criteria are God’s calling, not for self interest and not to compete. Finally the the scarred left foot bottom was healed, so it’s been more than a month.
I was rather early to SS but I wasn’t in a rush. It was an emotional day as I shared my recovery and future service in class. Lunch was with rtcp and haircut followed to remember Doris for Monday, another month passing by.
October 23, 2018
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