Seven days. Within this period of time, great works were accomplished, ties were strengthened like never before, truth has never been that real and deep-seated secrets all were poured out. This mission is like no other.

Went with a heavy heart, not knowing if going was a right choice. I was thinking to myself on the coach to Ipoh if joining the youth to touch the lives of these villagers would have been a good choice since my own life wasn't set right with God. Seemingly distant ties with old buddies didn't seem to help the situation. Initially, time dragged on. Somewhere deep inside, perhaps i wanted these days to slip by. One by one, little distractions manifested.

It wasn't till we reached Ulu Kampar that things gradually took a change. Interacting with the people of Orang Asli through games, performances, church services and recreation opened my eyes to how simple a thing JOY can be. From there, as i opened up with my feelings, buddies never left. The time apart took its toll but TRUE FRIENDSHIP withstands even the bleakest of times. Fish, ass, chocs and morr. Yes. We bonded.

From Singapore to Gopeng to Ulu Kampar to Ulu Pawong to Cameron Highlands and back to where it all started- Singapore. A team of 19 geling together through songs, dances, playing cards, bitching, crapping, emo-ing, opening up with hurts and most importantly, doing His will. During these seven days, we didn't just help OTHERS; we helped OURSELVES too.

Songs were sang with never-seen-before passion, harmony, unafraidness of going off-tune. Prayers were prayed with earnest desires. Devotions evolved. No longer are they boring periods of time spent reading through something superficially. Instead, a silent love for meditating of what He has to say grew subconsciously. The guys @ 203 felt it too and tried it out, with amazing results. A greater success awaited us the next day. Emotions ran wild. Hugs given. Apologies never came more sincerely and readily. Misunderstandings were sighted, one after another. Really wish that time could freeze at that instant, to at least allow the moment to seep in. The moment of passion where everyone just burned with desire, love and praise.

Let's continue burning.

On a lighter note, here's where the misc stuff comes in. Chocs did something naughty on the way to Ipoh on 14dec. Got cut on the body at the weirdest spot by rocks @ the water rapids. Had my first leech bite walking down from Ulu Kampar. Ass developed a funny habit of drinking. Chocs went cold turkey- and succeeded. Photos will come in later once they're compiled. ((:

What awaited me when i returned kinda stunned me since i wasn't expecting anything like that. Still, thanks. Like i said before, you're a natural. I'm feeling really contented and happy now.

LIFECHANGING + 2016