A Life Of Miracle

Miracle is definitely not something that come very often or naturally. Not trying to sound like a nutcase, but if it happens all the time, then we can't really call it a miracle isn't it. Call it works of nature, law of universe anything but extraordinary. I realise every time a miracle takes place, I am in some sort of a desperate situate. I can't do it alone anymore.

When I need a job, got rejected for a position only to get another that pays twice as much. Despised and I got the highest marks in the group. Felt unwelcome and I got all the opportunities offered. Sometimes I don't understand how God works, but one thing I know, call on His name and miracles begin to light up your life.

The Fighting Temptations

I just watched this movie called ‘The Fighting Temptations’, starring Cuba Gooding Jr and Beyonce. I cannot say much about the acting, but the music really brings on the groove. It talks about how down and out people being rejected by mainstream people; they still want to be accepted despite their imperfection. The music is amazing!

I always have a love for musical theater and movie. This must be one of the top feel good movies around. The song ‘He still loves me’ really speaks of an amazing God that understands our failures and is very willing to accept and love us. It strike a chord in me, my path have been an unorthodox one - Prodigal son.

An idea struck me while I am watching this movie, let us do this song in church. Why not?



“Seems like I always fall short of being worthy
Cuz I ain't good enough, but he still loves me (Yeah)
I ain't no superstar, spotlight ain't shinin' on me (No, No, No, No, No)
Cuz I ain't good enough,(no) but he still loves me
(Loves Me!)”



An excellent performance by Christian rapper T-Bone


I am posting all my favour scenes from the movie.

Second interview - lessons from the past

I am going for an interview this coming wednesday. Thanks to one of my friends Edwin Lee, who has so kindly helped to set up a meeting with the development manager for the a position in his company. This is only my second interview after I graduate. My first with Philips medical was a disaster, 'you have to build a rapport with your interviewer', I did that alright, so much so I ended up trying to interview the person instead. Wrong move Ben.

Hopefully this time around, I will give the person a good impression me. I feel more pressure this time around. I do not want to embarrass Edwin who has kindly recommended me. 'Why did you introduce such a fruit cake to our company!' yells the development manager. Fingers crossed.

Things I will try not to do this time around:

1. Try to take control of the situation by interviewing my interviewer
2. Be too aggressive by asking questions like 'why do you think I should work here'
3. Be overly pro-active, empty vessels makes the most noise

One consolation, despite committing these sins, I was still short-listed for the next around of interview, unfortunately, I was never called up again. Sigh. Hopefully, with many prayers, I can finally put 'employed' in my credit card application.

An introduction to a depressing job hunt!!!

The original ideal for this blog is to create an online profile, or rather to act as an online personal name card so that my prospective employer can type ‘Benjamin Cheong’ in google and voilà, you can see my profile online. Being a poor student, I thought it would be a good idea to utilize all the free service available to help me achieve this. Of course there is a progressive plan, this blog will also include some of the my personal views, involvement and highlight some of my achievements I have done so far.

I have been trying to look for a job for the past two months and it has slowly taken a toll on me. Nevertheless, I choose to remain positive and hope for the best. The last time I took my IQ (intelligence quotient), it was 140; I believe I am within the top 1% of everyone that has taken the same test at least that is what the test results showed. Is there a correlation between IQ and career achievements? Some researchers claim that "in economic terms it appears that the IQ score measures something with decreasing marginal value. It is important to have enough of it, but having lots and lots does not buy you that much." Wherever that means, but it definitely takes more then IQ to get a high paying job. That means there are a lot of skills needed to be successful. I have been actively trying to be as all-rounded as possible, and hopefully, my talents will be discovered one day.

Bobbin Head Point

Long overdue photo, 'Bobbin Head Point'. I gave so many copies away that this is the only one I got left. Things have changed so much during this period. The 'good old days', but bear in mind the best is yet to come.

Little Thots

Sorry about the MIA, my money making scheme from my blog came to a sudden halt when my account was suspend. Well, after lamenting for about 2 months, I think it is time to move on. Life is not only about money, it is also doing the things that you enjoy in life. What is money when it cannot buy your happiness? I know what you are going to say next. Shhiiiii….

Believe it a not, I actually hope people do not read this entry of my blog. I have been thinking about love after a long while. Been out of love four times, some relationships did not work out well, for some, I must admit I am total at fault. If ‘you’ are reading this, I need to apologise to you. Here goes… my luck at poetry.

I have been a fool
A fool I never thought I was
That is why I was fool
I made choices when I was not ready
A fool that thought fast is good
A fool that was never man enough to admit
The flaws that was so clearly visible
To everyone except for me
What can I say but
I have been a fool

Sometimes, I wish I could move on, but I have so much baggage to carry I do not think I have enough hands for it. I have to learn to let go of certain things, lighten myself and carry on in the journey of life. I wish I could run, not with baggage of the past, but running with the partner of my future. I pray that I will not be a fool again.

What color is the Sun?

Did a little renovation on my blog, I think green still suits me the most. During the monthly review, one of the viewers expressed that pink might be a little too feminine for a guy. There you go, green. For those that did not watch ‘Meet the parents’, green is the preferred color of geniuses. Read the signs the blog is radiating gently, it is green, so the creator is a... Of course, humility is an attribute of a great man, too shy to type the word genius on the blank. I know, I can be a little shameless at times.

"In morning, I feel the breeze, the sun watches over me. Sound of water, the crashing sea, is it only me? That feels alive; it is all ahead of me. ‘Cause it feels so right. Just open your eyes and see, that the life is beautiful to me. So beautiful to me.

Life can take you anywhere, you don’t know where it will lead you. You will know you are not alone, just open your eyes and see, that the life is beautiful to me. So beautiful to me.

Life is beautiful, remember, the sun is smiling down on you. Take a deep breathe everyday, and say to yourself, what a great day it would be today. Your troubles will not disappear, but at least, you will have the courage to meet it."

I am still at my university way after 12am. This is what keeps me going. So if you are in the situation that you are discouraged. You have to know you are not alone. Just open your eyes and see. That life is beautiful. So beautiful.