The Borrower Arrietty

Jan 16, 2011

Saw the movie <<The Borrower Arrietty>> with my sister, brother-in-law, niece, nephew and his friend today.  It’s been ages since I saw a movie by Hayao Miyazaki in the theatre, it was one of the most awesome movies I’ve seen in the last few years!  Love the way the environmental message was subtlly delivered from the perspective of an “endangered specie” in the wonderfully illustrated world.  Apart from the movie, I had so much fun watching my 5 y/o nephew interact with his friend, reminded me so much of me and one of my best friends when we were young.

Lost my iron ring while waiting for our dinner table, felt like losing another piece of my Canadian memory.  Maybe it’s time that I finally surrender my nostalgia and start embracing a new and full life here in HK…

Flood in Queensland

Jan 13, 2011

Just read the story of Noah’s Ark for my daily devotion, images of the Queensland’s flood from the media kept flashing in my head.

I pray for those who are suffering and struggling to stay alive. God, may you remember your everlasting covenant with humankind when a rainbow appears. Please have mercy on your creation.

Green Building

Jan 13, 2011

Read the <<Green Building Award 2010>> earlier, nice to see green buildings gaining momentum.  Also skimmed through the BEAM+ documents in the last couple of days in preparation for a workshop starting this weekend, I can see how these certification schemes can suck the life out of architects’ imagination and creativity – luring them to include/exclude features to acquire credits rather than designing with genuine sustainability in mind.  Besides, being certified with top grades do not necessarily equate to green buildings.  Looking at the grading scheme, I can design and construct a building that attains all the 100 credits but have negative ecological/biodiversity impacts on the site?!  (Only one bonus credit is awarded to development with minimal ecological/biodiversity impacts!)

I’m thankful for a quiet and uninterrupted day having personal time in my studio.

Soccer

Jan 12, 2011

First time playing 5-man soccer on a rooftop, and first time using my new cleats.  Even more interesting was the fact that we were playing outdoor in one of the coldest nights!  Actually, it wasn’t so bad once we were warmed up.

I’m thankful for a bunch of crazy friends who would play soccer in this freezing weather.  And I pray for those who were injured (I accidentally stepped on a couple of people with my new cleats, not too serious I think).

Cold Night

Jan 11, 2011

The temperature is forecasted to drop to 7 degrees overnight in the urban areas, and even lower for rural areas. I’m thankful for a shelter with a cozy bed.

I pray for the less fortunate who can’t afford a shelter or warm clothing. May they find the timely opened emergency shelters. And may God be their refuge.

A Life of Thanksgiving

Jan 10, 2011

Saw this presentation by the author of the 1000 Awesome Things blog, reminded me that there are countless little things in life to be thankful for as long as we have a positive Attitude, Awareness like a 3 y/o, and genuine Authenticity to be oneself (the 3As).

I want to practice living a life of thanksgiving, learning to count my blessings everyday regardless of the circumstances…

Fellowship Retreat

Jan 9, 2011

Got back from a 2-day retreat with my fellowship.  The lack of sleep got me daydreaming most of the time in the camp.  Quite tired this morning, realized how badly I missed my bed at home!  Despite the tiredness, I’m thankful for the opportunity to get to know b/s more through their sharings and prayers.

Green Wall

Jan 7, 2011

Had a chance to visit a large indoor green wall installation designed by Patrick Blanc tonight.  I wasn’t as excited as I thought I would be, but it’s still a very pleasant experience.  I want to experiment with a small version of this green wall in my studio later, without using artificial lights of course!

Will be off to an overnight retreat with my fellowship tomorrow, better sleep early…

New Year Resolution 2011

Jan 4, 2011

Year after year of failing to keep my resolutions will not stop me from making a new list this year!

Here’s my list of 10 Resolutions for 2011:

  1. Finish all my school work (Dissertation, 1 Elective, IT Test) by the end of April
  2. Start a company
  3. Train and complete a 10K run
  4. Improve my freethrow percentage to 70%
  5. Start seeking my significant other
  6. Finish reading The Green Bible
  7. Do my daily devotion
  8. Rid of my bad habit
  9. Argue less with my parents and pray for them regularly (weekly)
  10. Keep all my resolutions!

Let this iron ring serve as a constant reminder of this promise I made to myself today. May God be my witness and support.

Thanksgiving

Jan 3, 2011

Had a bit too many gatherings last week.  Not particularly fond of going out into the crowd, but I do cherish the opportunities to catch up with friends I don’t often see during the year.

Life is finally back to normal, and I can once again sit quietly in my studio to do some planning for this new year.  I shall first be thankful for a past year filled with love, joy, and peace.  I’m thankful for a loving family that is patient with me and had given me the support and freedom to pursue my still seemingly uncertain career path;  I’m thankful for the numerous joyous friends surrounding me, sharing with me their laughter;  I’m also thankful for the extraordinary peace that God had given me despite the occasional ups and downs in life.

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