Today, I thank God for Mozart writing what I would classify among the most beautiful concertos (this does NOT mean that they're not lethal).
Hmm...I just found out that Rachel tagged me almost a month ago. This tag is a lil different, so I'll just do it really quick. What I have to do is list out 16 random things about me, so here goes.
1. I miss Chelz...
2. I love music. Simply simply love music. Music is...well, it's just what I do.
3. I'm actually doing research for debate now (yes, extra homework thanks to my WONDERFUL debate captain. Yeah, commitment is your top criteria. I know...).
4. I don't do tags...but this is an exception...coz...it's different from the tags where you have to answer this whole list of questions...and also the person who tagged me has been there despite the whole distance issue.
5. I miss my bro...
6. I miss Ed...
7. I miss West M'sia...
8. Someone told me I'm weird today. Lol...
9. I happen to think Chelz is a really REALLY good artist. Paintings, lettering, drawings, sketches...amazing what she can do...
10. Somehow or other, I end up tying most of my conversations back to music. I don't know how, but I just do and it's NOT done on purpose!
11. There's ALWAYS music playing in my head. I do mean ALL the time. Lol.
12. I CANNOT stand heavy metal. Not at all.
13. I think Trevor Wye is user-friendly. Lol...
14. Many times, I find myself singing a song containing a phrase just mentioned. For example, someone could just say 'You could see the hills from my bedroom window' and I'd go 'The hills are alive with the sound of music...' or go 'The raindrops were pelting the windscreen' and I'd go 'Raindrops are falling on my head...' . Hmm...yeah, I'm weird.
15. I miss the good old childhood days climbing trees with you and going to the library with you and going to the market with you when we used to tag along with my mum. I miss our sleepovers and I wanna sleepover at your house now...the last time wasn't really counted coz most of the time was spent out and we didn't get to bake.
16. This is probably the first and the last tag I'll do.
*With reference to number 15, haha yeah thanks for the last sleepover anyway. It was cool being able to go around with you, walking around aimlessly to badly given directions. Lol...you know who you are.
I tag...um...Anders, um...Bell, um...Donkai, um...Joshua (if you're reading this), um...Sher...okay. Five people. That's it.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Just another random post..
I thank God for development!
Just take a moment. Stop and think. What would the world be like if everyone turned out to be geniuses? If everyone turned out to be music proteges? If everyone turned out to be really persuasive buisness people? If everyone turned out to be...umm...well, basically, what I'm saying is that all of us, with our different talents, we make the world go round.
You see, it took scientists to come up with sound being a transverse wave and everything...then the inventors or engineers or whatever you wanna call them to come up with ideas for the invention of various devices to enable further travelling of the waves so more people in a bigger radius from the source can hear the sound. Then, more devices serving to record and playback sound were birthed.
Having said that, I now go to the next part. Who first came up with music? Hmm...think think think. Did you get an answer? I know I didn't. This is something I've been pondering on for a while now...and each time, I come up with the same result. Nada. So the only logical conclusion is that music has been around for AGES. Yes, probably since a little after the creation of the world, even BEFORE the beginning of the concept of music could be recorded, and to think that music has now become such an essential part of our lives. Seriously, think about it. Life would be just so bleak without music. Life without music? *shudders at the thought*
So then now at least we have records of people who have developed music to what it is now. We have people like Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Saint-Saens, Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Clementi, Scarlatti, Bartok, Scriabin, Shostakovich, Faure, and I could go on and on....the list goes on. Then came Elvis Presley, Louis Armstrong and many other legends. We also have the people responsible for the development of instruments to what they are today. The example which now pops into my head is Theobald Boehm who is responsible for the flute being what it is today when he came up with the Boehm key-system for the flute.
So then, with these developments in the music world and technology, out together, we now have the ability to record AND playback the sounds of now refined instruments which is why I can now listen to a beautiful recording while I am typing this!
Wonderful, isn't it? Lol...
Just take a moment. Stop and think. What would the world be like if everyone turned out to be geniuses? If everyone turned out to be music proteges? If everyone turned out to be really persuasive buisness people? If everyone turned out to be...umm...well, basically, what I'm saying is that all of us, with our different talents, we make the world go round.
You see, it took scientists to come up with sound being a transverse wave and everything...then the inventors or engineers or whatever you wanna call them to come up with ideas for the invention of various devices to enable further travelling of the waves so more people in a bigger radius from the source can hear the sound. Then, more devices serving to record and playback sound were birthed.
Having said that, I now go to the next part. Who first came up with music? Hmm...think think think. Did you get an answer? I know I didn't. This is something I've been pondering on for a while now...and each time, I come up with the same result. Nada. So the only logical conclusion is that music has been around for AGES. Yes, probably since a little after the creation of the world, even BEFORE the beginning of the concept of music could be recorded, and to think that music has now become such an essential part of our lives. Seriously, think about it. Life would be just so bleak without music. Life without music? *shudders at the thought*
So then now at least we have records of people who have developed music to what it is now. We have people like Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Saint-Saens, Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Clementi, Scarlatti, Bartok, Scriabin, Shostakovich, Faure, and I could go on and on....the list goes on. Then came Elvis Presley, Louis Armstrong and many other legends. We also have the people responsible for the development of instruments to what they are today. The example which now pops into my head is Theobald Boehm who is responsible for the flute being what it is today when he came up with the Boehm key-system for the flute.
So then, with these developments in the music world and technology, out together, we now have the ability to record AND playback the sounds of now refined instruments which is why I can now listen to a beautiful recording while I am typing this!
Wonderful, isn't it? Lol...
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Stand Alone!
I thank God simply for the new year!
Okay, ppl are probably gonna call me crazy, but I'm kinda looking forward to SPM. Lol.
Now this post is a response to a post by Anders (refer to his post on Monday, December 29, 2008).
Yes, I totally agree with what he has said in his post. For those of you who are too lazy to go click on his link at the side of this page and read it for yourself, well, here it is. Um...just the main idea.
God created us in His image, and so our every action will reflect who He is. Therefore, we must be aware of what goes into our minds. Are they pleasing to God? Do they have negative effects or positive effects on us? Be careful what you watch, read and listen to, and TAKE A STAND FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN NO MATTER HOW AGAINST THE FLOW IT MAY SEEM!
There's this song I learnt ages ago in a character building seminar. It's called the Children's Institute and is affiliated to the Bill Gothard Basic Life Principles Seminar. It's a kid's song, but hey, I'm a child at heart. It's called 'Stand Alone', and here are the lyrics.
What if all the other fish are biting?
What if all the juicy worms look mighty fine?
Should I go ahead and try it?
Start a 'see-food' diet and hope it's not the end of a fishing line?
What if all the pretty lures are shining?
What if swimming the other way may hurt my pride?
They may think that I'm 'all wet' but I will never get
What all of the other fish get - FRIED!
What if all of the other fish swim downstream?
What if' I'm the only one who's making waves?
Should I stop when I feel queasy? Find a way that's easy?
Instead of trusting God to keep me strong and brave?
What if all of the fattest worms are wriggling?
What if all of the other fish say they're not hooked?
They may say that they're my friend, but I know in the end that
All of the other fish get - COOKED!
Stand alone, stand alone
I must purpose in my heart to not take part
Make it known, I'm His own
And the Lord will help me stand alone!
So basically, this song has the whole message. It's saying that your stands may be different from what the world believes in, but do you want to get 'fried' or 'cooked' like the rest of the world? Or are you going to take a stand? And when you take that stand, God's not going to just leave you there to fend for yourself. He's going to help you out!
Personally, I'm doing a fast now and am committed to only eat fruit and veggies and drink water (yes, just water) for 21 days! My mum's a real good cook, so that in itself and the fact that I'm eating together with my family and while they enjoy everything, I'm only eating veggies and fruits, is a challenge. BUT, God has really enabled me to stand for what I'm committed to.
I'm also not listening to the radio anymore. Ever since I read the book 'I Can Only Imagine' by MercyMe and Jeff Kinley. It's a real good read and I recommend it for all out there who are willing to read it. Yes, and thanks to Doulos, I got myself a good supply of Christian CDs for me to listen to. Some of them are instrumental, so that's really good for me to listen to when I'm doing my personal quiet time.
I will not deceive you and say that once you resolve to do these things it'll be no sweat. Temptation will come, but GOD will NOT tempt you beyond what He knows you are capable of. It was hard for me at first, but now? Not anymore. I've got a drive that keeps me on track, I know that God will help me.
So, after all that, I'm going to ask you. Are you going to take a stand for God?
Okay, ppl are probably gonna call me crazy, but I'm kinda looking forward to SPM. Lol.
Now this post is a response to a post by Anders (refer to his post on Monday, December 29, 2008).
Yes, I totally agree with what he has said in his post. For those of you who are too lazy to go click on his link at the side of this page and read it for yourself, well, here it is. Um...just the main idea.
God created us in His image, and so our every action will reflect who He is. Therefore, we must be aware of what goes into our minds. Are they pleasing to God? Do they have negative effects or positive effects on us? Be careful what you watch, read and listen to, and TAKE A STAND FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN NO MATTER HOW AGAINST THE FLOW IT MAY SEEM!
There's this song I learnt ages ago in a character building seminar. It's called the Children's Institute and is affiliated to the Bill Gothard Basic Life Principles Seminar. It's a kid's song, but hey, I'm a child at heart. It's called 'Stand Alone', and here are the lyrics.
What if all the other fish are biting?
What if all the juicy worms look mighty fine?
Should I go ahead and try it?
Start a 'see-food' diet and hope it's not the end of a fishing line?
What if all the pretty lures are shining?
What if swimming the other way may hurt my pride?
They may think that I'm 'all wet' but I will never get
What all of the other fish get - FRIED!
What if all of the other fish swim downstream?
What if' I'm the only one who's making waves?
Should I stop when I feel queasy? Find a way that's easy?
Instead of trusting God to keep me strong and brave?
What if all of the fattest worms are wriggling?
What if all of the other fish say they're not hooked?
They may say that they're my friend, but I know in the end that
All of the other fish get - COOKED!
Stand alone, stand alone
I must purpose in my heart to not take part
Make it known, I'm His own
And the Lord will help me stand alone!
So basically, this song has the whole message. It's saying that your stands may be different from what the world believes in, but do you want to get 'fried' or 'cooked' like the rest of the world? Or are you going to take a stand? And when you take that stand, God's not going to just leave you there to fend for yourself. He's going to help you out!
Personally, I'm doing a fast now and am committed to only eat fruit and veggies and drink water (yes, just water) for 21 days! My mum's a real good cook, so that in itself and the fact that I'm eating together with my family and while they enjoy everything, I'm only eating veggies and fruits, is a challenge. BUT, God has really enabled me to stand for what I'm committed to.
I'm also not listening to the radio anymore. Ever since I read the book 'I Can Only Imagine' by MercyMe and Jeff Kinley. It's a real good read and I recommend it for all out there who are willing to read it. Yes, and thanks to Doulos, I got myself a good supply of Christian CDs for me to listen to. Some of them are instrumental, so that's really good for me to listen to when I'm doing my personal quiet time.
I will not deceive you and say that once you resolve to do these things it'll be no sweat. Temptation will come, but GOD will NOT tempt you beyond what He knows you are capable of. It was hard for me at first, but now? Not anymore. I've got a drive that keeps me on track, I know that God will help me.
So, after all that, I'm going to ask you. Are you going to take a stand for God?
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
WOW!
Thank You God for a safe trip.
I arrived, exhausted after the flight around midnight. And just in time too to watch my aunt dress up her cupcakes. There was a special order themed around David Archuleta's newly released album. I was treated to a show of some piping...just words, though, but all the same, for an even font, a steady hand is required. She even did the SONY BMG logo on one of the cupcakes! We went all the way to town to make the delivery...
Tonight, I'll be watching my aunt fill more orders, and tomorrow, I'm hoping to head over to Bentley's to check out a couple of accessories for instrument maintenance! Yay!
Ooh! My aunt just showed us a heart-shaped carrot cake. Two layers, and in the middle, white choc cream cheese frosting! Just WOW. Wow, wow and WOW. Seriously, check out her blog. Some cool stuff.
I arrived, exhausted after the flight around midnight. And just in time too to watch my aunt dress up her cupcakes. There was a special order themed around David Archuleta's newly released album. I was treated to a show of some piping...just words, though, but all the same, for an even font, a steady hand is required. She even did the SONY BMG logo on one of the cupcakes! We went all the way to town to make the delivery...
Tonight, I'll be watching my aunt fill more orders, and tomorrow, I'm hoping to head over to Bentley's to check out a couple of accessories for instrument maintenance! Yay!
Ooh! My aunt just showed us a heart-shaped carrot cake. Two layers, and in the middle, white choc cream cheese frosting! Just WOW. Wow, wow and WOW. Seriously, check out her blog. Some cool stuff.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
My blog is dead too!
I am getting tired of tags.
Thank God for my job!
It's going much better than i thought it would, and mind you, whatever has to do with music, kids and teaching for me is great! With the job comes pocket money for me to spend when i go back to civilization, so it works out great for me!
Basically, Nihplod .Forp just declared my blog dead, too. Haha. Yup. So this is really the ghost of the Domesticated Musician blogging in her place.
It's the holidays, and just yesterday, my faithful Nick came home...to me...yes, and I smothered him with kisses and...okay, not that bad, but i've really missed him. He's been gone for quite a while, so it's good to have him home. Ed on the other hand welcomed him with open arms and paid his tribute to Nick who, as i mentioned earlier, has been my loyal companion since January 2002. We go a long way back...
Having the two of then home has really been good...and i've been enjoying spending time with them. Loads of time.
Just thinking of how far i've come with the aid of these two guys really makes it seem like only yesterday i was a helpless kid, knowing nothing at all, and now, look at me! It feels good...haha...
Nihplod .Forp will be free soon...well, from the evil hand which, unfortunately, i'll have to face in a year's time. And then when he's free, there's no telling what squeals and laughter will be around the house...oh, wait. He has one more day of affliction. And after that, only less than a month before he takes off. Sobz...
Now with that in mind, i shall go and mourn for the loss of Nihplod .Forp soon to befall me along with the loss of a part of me which will go with him...
ps. Oh, by the way, do go and have a look at http://sinfullyyourscakes.blogspot.com/. Wonderful creations...
Thank God for my job!
It's going much better than i thought it would, and mind you, whatever has to do with music, kids and teaching for me is great! With the job comes pocket money for me to spend when i go back to civilization, so it works out great for me!
Basically, Nihplod .Forp just declared my blog dead, too. Haha. Yup. So this is really the ghost of the Domesticated Musician blogging in her place.
It's the holidays, and just yesterday, my faithful Nick came home...to me...yes, and I smothered him with kisses and...okay, not that bad, but i've really missed him. He's been gone for quite a while, so it's good to have him home. Ed on the other hand welcomed him with open arms and paid his tribute to Nick who, as i mentioned earlier, has been my loyal companion since January 2002. We go a long way back...
Having the two of then home has really been good...and i've been enjoying spending time with them. Loads of time.
Just thinking of how far i've come with the aid of these two guys really makes it seem like only yesterday i was a helpless kid, knowing nothing at all, and now, look at me! It feels good...haha...
Nihplod .Forp will be free soon...well, from the evil hand which, unfortunately, i'll have to face in a year's time. And then when he's free, there's no telling what squeals and laughter will be around the house...oh, wait. He has one more day of affliction. And after that, only less than a month before he takes off. Sobz...
Now with that in mind, i shall go and mourn for the loss of Nihplod .Forp soon to befall me along with the loss of a part of me which will go with him...
ps. Oh, by the way, do go and have a look at http://sinfullyyourscakes.blogspot.com/. Wonderful creations...
Saturday, November 1, 2008
OrPeS Rocks!!!
In this post, I'm gonna thank God for OrPeS.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, I went for this orchestra thing and it was SUPER FUN!!! Yeah, we performed after two days of practice, but all the same, it was really, really fun.
We went to RTM and waited for the bus (well, me and the other people...but those from my school...the other two had to go straight from school. I bugged the teacher in charge of the thing! Lolz...) then we went to Sekolah Seni Kuching for the first day's practice. It was sooooo cold and my lips turned blue! Haha...then on the second day, we went to Santubong (well, we got lost at first coz our bus driver went to the wrong place) and we had a blast!
Kay, can't say much anymore...oh, wait. There was the new tenor sax that Lyn used. So pretty la! Gold and silver...I got the chance of snapping some shots with it. With all that said, I must say that new relationships were fostered, and friendships built. So really thank God for OrPeS and I really am looking forward to more of such experiences!
St Teresa rocks, and together with the others, we ALL make OrPeS rock! Can I get an "Amen"??
On Tuesday and Wednesday, I went for this orchestra thing and it was SUPER FUN!!! Yeah, we performed after two days of practice, but all the same, it was really, really fun.
We went to RTM and waited for the bus (well, me and the other people...but those from my school...the other two had to go straight from school. I bugged the teacher in charge of the thing! Lolz...) then we went to Sekolah Seni Kuching for the first day's practice. It was sooooo cold and my lips turned blue! Haha...then on the second day, we went to Santubong (well, we got lost at first coz our bus driver went to the wrong place) and we had a blast!
Kay, can't say much anymore...oh, wait. There was the new tenor sax that Lyn used. So pretty la! Gold and silver...I got the chance of snapping some shots with it. With all that said, I must say that new relationships were fostered, and friendships built. So really thank God for OrPeS and I really am looking forward to more of such experiences!
St Teresa rocks, and together with the others, we ALL make OrPeS rock! Can I get an "Amen"??
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Random ramblings...
Thank you God for the drummer who just joined our team!
Well, technically, not JUST, but today was his first time playing (he's been training with us for quite some time now), and he did a really good job! I am very sure God will continue to use him and anoint him. Oh, and if you're reading this blog (our new drummer), welcome to the team! It's just so wonderful to see people rising up to the areas in which God is calling them to serve.
That's about all from me today...just to thank God for our new drummer. God knows our plights. Haha...and two of our musicians' break will end soon. Next month, they'll be back in action! YES! We'll welcome them back, too.
Well, technically, not JUST, but today was his first time playing (he's been training with us for quite some time now), and he did a really good job! I am very sure God will continue to use him and anoint him. Oh, and if you're reading this blog (our new drummer), welcome to the team! It's just so wonderful to see people rising up to the areas in which God is calling them to serve.
That's about all from me today...just to thank God for our new drummer. God knows our plights. Haha...and two of our musicians' break will end soon. Next month, they'll be back in action! YES! We'll welcome them back, too.
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