Letting Go 2016 & Embracing 2017

Looking back year 2016 to reminisce on meaningful events, & as thanksgiving memory.

Thank God for:

(1) the great roller coaster experience in workplace, that's where I was being mould

->>> https://pieceofmymindlily.blogspot.my/2016/07/a-great-journey.html

(2) A short getaway just to RUN!
Estate run


(3) Sunway Iskandar Viper Challenge @Medini, Johor

->>> Viper Challenge 2016 @Medini

(4) Re-visiting Broga Hill !!

(5) An unexpected hangout!


(6) A car to go on long journey

->https://pieceofmymindlily.blogspot.my/search/label/Automotive

(7) New workplace & new colleagues! 

It started when i received an email to update my resume on Jobstreet, that next day I received call on the better job offer...

(8) The honor of chairing Chee Keong & Shan Jee's wedding matrimony

(9) Centre Northern Conference @Hope Lighthouse
Theme : Multiply

(10) Prayer Group
Helping one another to be strengthened & growth

(11) Mandarin Working Adult LifeGroup
Thanks for the companionship. Let's continue to grow!

(12) My family

Whom being ever understanding & very supportive in whatever that I do. 

Though this year may not be as fruitful as before, but I do cherish having to know that
-The Lord has shown me, how far I can go. When I thought I only worth this much, but God has shown me I worth THIS much. When I doubt on my capability, the Lord has opened new door for me to walk through it, so that I could experience His protection & His moving grace when I learn to walk by faith.

"Who Am I to stand in the way of the Lord"

Olympic Spirit

It's a wonderful Olympic spirit in line with Malaysia's Independence Day this year 2016.

It is through our national players, that Malaysians of different backgrounds, difference races, unite together cheering & supporting for our national athletes in the Olympic games.

A heroes’ welcome to our national athletes. MalaysiaBoleh!

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Olympic has became a platform to shine!

Many Olympians took the stage to give glory to God.

Michael Phelps - what saved his life &made him swim again



https://qpolitical.com/1-nearly-dying-michael-phelps-tells-god-saved-life-made-swim/


Usain Bolt - "The Fastest Man Alive"



https://qpolitical.com/usain-bolt-reveals-god-blessed-speed-spread-word-jesus-christ/


Simone Biles - just gave God the glory



https://qpolitical.com/simone-biles-just-gave-god-glory-inspiring-way/


Run in such a way as to get the prize. - 1 Corinthians 9:24

We do it to get a crown that will last forever.


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In a relay race, a baton is being passed to the next runner.

If you are commissioned to pass on "The baton" to the next generation, what would you want to pass it on?



I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. - 2 Timothy 4:7

The Haunted Experience

When I was asked "what leads me to believe Him (Jesus)?" 

"Because I have experienced who He is"

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There was a haunted incident happened in the university hostel, and 1 of my housemate encountered a "flying object" passing through the window. There was then a ritual took place in the hostel, and there were rice grain sprinkled on our beds, with ritual papers sticking on the cabinet. 

The incident occurred during the ending of exam period. The hostel was getting more quiet, and darker as students went back to their hometown that the hostel lights were mostly switched off. I myself, I did not believe there were ghost/ spirits. It was until my last day alone in the hostel...

Before my last housemate leaving hostel going back to hometown, there was a suggestion to try detect spirits using a compass, and I thought "why not", just for curiosity. When I placed the compass in the centre of the hostel living room, the compass pointed North. Before I wanted to say "See, there was nothing", but somehow at 1 point, my housemate &I were shocked when the compass start spinning abnormally erratically and we just took away the compass immediately! It ain't look like a EM field to me.

I tried to make phone calls to a leader, my sister &housemate, my calls could not get through, realizing they couldn't hear clearly of my voice, and instead I could hear there was an unknown background voice of someone else in the phone. My housemate sent me "please take care" &off she went to catch her bus leaving to hometown, leaving me alone.

Night arrives. I remembered the whole house was very tense, I did not even dare to go washroom which located at the very end. I switched on all the lights, and music loudly, reluctant to close my eyes in bedroom, because something was not right. I felt uneasy in the room with the ritual paper so I remove it from the cabinet. When my eyelids were tired, I suddenly thought of a small bible book that a friend passed to me. With that book, I held it in my hand, &made the first ever prayer from my heart.

"Dear God, whomever you are, though I don't know you, and I feel like talking to the air, I want to ask for your protection to be upon me. Please protect me as I go to sleep. In Jesus Name, Amen"

When I lay my head to rest, I never felt so peaceful before. There was a strong overwhelming of peace that assured me "Don't be afraid, I will watch over you". I remembered I woke up the next day with peace and joy, because I had gone through the night without fear! And that peaceful sleep was just so good. The peace that one cannot self made.

When sem break was over, & we met again with block mates. Then i was told that our neighbour encountered the same "flying object" passing the window incident on that same night too. And I realized it was so real.

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I wanted to put this into records. So that I would not  forget what the Lord has done in my life. "Because I have experience who the Lord Jesus is"

There is something about the name 'JESUS'

We were excited that we got a location to be sister ministry house named Rapha. Not sure who stayed there earlier though. It was quite a spacious place & I like it. There were blessings of furniture provided to us as beds & tables.

When we moved into that house, & we slept for the night. 1 day, I was told our housemate sensed there was "something" in that house. I thought the news won't bother me. Until...

There was one night, I suddenly woke up from my sleep, not knowing what happened. I opened my eyes and see that the room was in total pitch black, there's no glimpse of lights at all. I could hear the sound of the wall fan, and I knew that it was not a dream. I then realized my body couldn't moved. And I started to hear very clear loud voices of cats and dogs fighting, as if next to my ears, and I wonder why there were none of my roommates woke up from that noise, then I realized I have encountered "them". 

I was sweating, and I was afraid. Then I remembered there was a higher power who is able to save. I proclaimed "In the name of Jesus, get out!" Then the voices of that fighting slowly died down, and peace started to enter me & I could move around to position myself comfortably. And that night, I was amazed at the power of the name 'Jesus'. 

“Be quiet!” Jesus said sternly. “Come out of him!” Then the demon threw the man down before them all and came out without injuring him. All the people were amazed and said to each other, “What words these are! With authority and power he gives orders to impure spirits and they come out!” - Luke 4: 35-36

Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness. - Matthew 10:1

P/S: The above incident took place 4 years back in university life. I decided to record it down here for the story untold. Though this might invite skeptical view, but it's ok, each person has a unique encounter.

Life Of A Building Manager

Being "Jack of All Trades and Master of All!"

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According to The Cooperator New Jersey - A Day In The Life Of A Property Manager : "No matter what the size of their portfolio, a property manager must wear a great many professional hats"

In this write-up, the "building manager" termed here refers to the one who maintain and manages the building (in this context, high-rise is referred to). Building manager can be an Executive, Property Manager or Facility Manager.

Like it or not, building manager would have to master these skills & knowledge of expertise

Responsibilities of A Building Manager Includes:

- overseeing day to day operations to ensure that the building is well maintained (eg. cleanliness, security, landscape, facilities, machinery etc)

- enforce House Rules and Strata Management (Maintenance & Management) Regulations 2015

- financial & budget management

- credit control on defaulters

- supervises the operation team

- handling complaints from residents/ office occupants

- handling contractors' renovation

- decorating the building for each festive season

- organizing events for the community

- producing & presenting monthly property management report

- dealing with various suppliers in carrying out maintenance and upgrades of the building

- forward recommendations to Client for approval

- conducting Annual General Meeting

- renewal of contracts with service providers

- renewal of certificates

What is it like being a building manager? As for me...
(click on the picture for enlarged view)

For more insights of what is it like in the life of a building manager, this link can be referred. 
https://njcooperator.com/article/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-property-manager/full#cut

If you are in this line, I would like to appreciate of all that you have done, in order to upkeep the building for the residents &/or office occupants' comfort. Building management is no easy job. Though we may make mistakes, we learnt from it. If you felt there's no one thanking you or notice your effort made, i just like to say Thank You for trying to make the community a better place to live. As long you are doing what is right.

Note : This is a personal view & sharing on the writer's experience - working as a young building manager, with position held as Property Executive for over 3 years experience. 

The writer welcomes feedback from those who are in this property management line to share their experience together. 

Who's Leading in A Relationship?

And so the Word says:

"Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful." - Psalm 1:1

It is important on who you be together with.

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When I was chewing my breakfast infront of Facebook, I was distracted to an unexpected prayer for my future. It was a blessing from my mom. God knows what happened to my decisions.

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The Lord the one that appointed Eve and presented to Adam.

"Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate" 
- Mark 10:9

When God joined two together, there shall be a purpose, and not going nowhere. Not to fill a void, but both shall complement one another. It is rather a process of growing, letting go & letting God to lead, that when one is ready, God appoints at the right time and presents to you.



**There'll be different reactions/ understanding towards this subject matter.


but Let those who have ears let them hear
(If you are ready to listen, click on this link)
It's on the subject of relationships. whether you are single, married, divorced, or other 

A Great Journey

What started at the beginning, 

little did i know that we would end up in good bonding~

Thanks Amelia, you have been a wonderful support & motherly friend to me. And Kimberley whom always be so understanding

Company Annual Dinner - The Great Gatsby

 

Great time in First Aid training!

Days spent in Johor together

I enjoy eating with you boss James. 'Blowing water' with you at lunch table is always fun.

And thanks Steven for your many guidance & assistance! 

Thanks Lee, for always looking after me! God bless u Lee!

And thanks Buddy! You have been a great supportive &help John! 

I really appreciate it

~I had a Great Journey with All Of You~

THANK YOU

Till then, Adiós!

Buying A Used Car in Malaysia

Note : This is a personal view & sharing on the writer's experience - on buying used car with direct owner

Q: Why buy a used car?
- it can save you about 50% of the cost of a new car
- new car depreciates fast
- you won't be so easily freak out when something minor hit/ scratch your car (if its' a used car)

You can actually get a good deal, if you manage to source for a good condition used car. However, buying used car can be time consuming and its procedure can be complex. If you are getting a loan, the used car loan interest rate can be higher than those of the new car.

(I) Things to consider for buying used car
- what car model you want
- your budget
- buying from car dealer or direct owner
- locations (for easier viewing & test drive) 

Buying from car dealer may save you the hassle, but you may not able to know the history of the previous car owner. Whilst buying from a direct owner, you get to view the car at his house/ chat with the direct owner to find out his job, background & reason of selling. From there it gives you some idea on how well the owner take cares of the vehicle, how often the vehicle being driven etc.

(II) Schedule for car viewing
- Examine the car
- Interview the seller
- Ask for test drive
- Have a look at the grant (registration card)
- Find out if the car is still on loan and how much is the outstanding balance.
- Negotiate a price
- Pay a booking fee (about RM500) & sign a simple earnest money receipt agreement. Get a copy of it, together with the registration card.

(III) Process of Hire Purchase Loan
If you are buying with Hire Purchase Loan.

1. Enquire from a few banks to find out : the requirements, interest rates, max. loan amount, max. loan tenure period, car market price & if the bank does interbank settlement (for direct owner that still has outstanding loan balance). Bring along the registration card copy.

2. Submit application to bank (hire purchase department) with the following:
- your I/C photocopy
- driving licence photocopy
- latest 3 months payslip
- EPF / 3 months bank statement
*Public Bank loan approval takes about 2- 3 days

If you (buyer) still have outstanding with PTPTN, you need to pay it off & get a clearance letter then pass it to the bank.
Public Bank does not do interbank settlement. Since I apply HP loan with Public Bank, the direct owner (seller) still has outstanding loan balance with the car, so seller need to pay it off & get a clearance letter then pass the letter to Public Bank.


(IV) Puspakom Inspection
- seller has to bring the vehicle to Puspakom for inspection to get B5 & B7 report.
- Once B5 & B7 report "Lulus" is out, seller has to pass it to your bank
*note that buyer has to pay for the Puspakom inspection which cost RM 95.40 include GST6%. (RM30 B5 + RM60 B7).

(V). Buyer make payment & sign documents at the bank
- Insurance for the car
- Hire Purchase Decreasing Term Assurance (insure for the loan)
- Downpayment (eg. 10% deposit of the car selling price)
- Transfer fee (around RM 450)
*Bank will update buyer on when to start paying for the monthly installment.

(VI). Ownership transfer at JPJ

JPJ @UTC Pudu Sentral office hour (for ownership transfer)
Monday to Sunday:  8.30am - 5.00pm

- seller & buyer meet at the JPJ, bringing along
> original & photocopy of I/C (MyKad)
> JPJ K3 form (can get from JPJ/ download online - buyer & seller details in 1 form)
> original grant (vehicle registration card)
> original B5 report
> original road tax stickers (if seller intend to terminate it)
- the car cannot be transferred to you if seller still has any summons on the car
- pay RM 100 for ownership transfer (borne by buyer)
- pay RM 50 for hire purchase ownership (borne by buyer)
- if seller terminate the road tax, buyer can purchase road tax RM 90 on the spot.
- JPJ will issue a new grant to you, which you need to pass it to the bank

At this point, you can start driving the car if the seller agrees to it.

(VII). Bank Disbursement to seller  
Within a few days, your bank will then disburse the total car selling price to the seller.

FRIENDLY NOTE:
+ It's a courtesy for both buyer & seller to update one another on the progress (eg. status of the loan, Puspakom inspection done etc)
+ It's good to consider if you feel comfortable buying from the seller, in the event there's problem with the car, you can still try to talk to seller in good terms. Likewise for seller.


Hope you find this post informative  :)


>>> You might be interested to read: How to choose a good used car?

The Round Table that depicts Affection

In the house there's a round table. It serves as a dining table. Somehow, this table has became a favorite hangout place for everyone, even the puppy &the cat that likes to shelter underneath the table. Whenever I reach home after a day's work, I would chill & relax at the round table, with my food. The round table, that's where I brought up case study from my work & u were there to listen, advice &encourage.

And that's my dad.

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 When we are losing weights on our stressful jobs, every morning before sis & I leave for work, you left us breakfast box on the round table. Every shreds of onion, mushoom, pasta, sandwich etc that you homemade dad, makes the meal even sweeter.

I felt blessed, when you accompanied me through to hospital & made essence drinks for me when I had fallen sick. 

I remember those times where, when things did not turn out well, you always bring in positive energy to neutralize a sad situation. You always availed yourself to give a helping hand to those in need, generous to bless &provide hospitality to visiting guests. You are not only a handyman, a teacher, a cook, a mentor, you are also a motherly figure, a loving husband to mom, &my role model father whom I can look up to. 

The round table, it has become a place we share our joy, fun, learning new things together, where issues solving & advice took place. 

Thanks for always impart values to us. Even if we made mistakes, you will not condemn, but allow us to go through learning process.

                          Happy Father's Day Dad :)

Thanks for being there when we went through different seasons in life. I enjoy doing activities together with you :)

May the good Lord bless you in whatever things you do dad! May you continue to influence more people with your positive spirit! 

 

Love You Dad! :)

Jalan-Jalan Cari Makan @Boran Classic Thai Street Food, PJ Sea Park

Nothing but a casual hangout eatery at

Boran Classic Thai Street Food

25, Jalan 21/11A, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

(Operating Hours: 11.30am - 2.30pm; 5.30pm - 9.00pm.

 Closed on Monday)

creamy on the top with crunchy water chestnut &corn

Thai Pudding RM 2.90 (2pcs)

Tasty!!

Served in coconut milk 

Red Ruby RM 6.00

Love it!!

signature icy 

Thai Milk Tea RM 4.90

tender Grilled Pork Neck RM 14.90 

authentic Classic Pork Noodle RM 4.90

served in small portion, One bowl is definitely not enough

Thai Basil Minced Pork Rice RM 7.90

A must try!

After having tried Thai food, and if you feel that it's not enough, you might wanna walk over to the popular Nasi Lemak Bumbung which is located at the corner of the same block with Boran (next to Maybank)

(photo source from: https://malaysianfooddiary.wordpress.com/tag/nasi-lemak-bumbung/)

Nasi Lemak Bumbung RM5.00

served with crispy fried chicken & awesome sambal sauce

Now that's what I call

Jalan-Jalan Cari Makan!

BURPPPPPP~!! ;)

>>> Check Out More on https://www.zomato.com/selangor/boran-classic-thai-street-food-seapark