1) Was called to head the events department of CY
it was entirely different to lead a department as a whole and to merely organize an event like past years. events were planned back to back and tons of other aspects to consider at one go. though i really didn't think i've done well at all and worth mentioning, but i guess i could say i've given my all that i could possibly give at that very point of time for this ministry, for every event that was planned throughout 2008 (amazing race, missions month, youth camp, cg/lg outings, movies, etc).
2) Was reinstalled as a LG leader
this was and still is a humbling experience for me as leading a LG is not anywhere near an easy task. despite my existing busy schedule, i admit that it is uber difficult to actually fork out time to care for each and every member individually. however i thank God for somehow giving me opportunities to help and guide them whenever possible, not forgetting placing both Brian and Esther in the very same LG working together for our members. ultimately the members are the very reason why i still insist to remain here even though i'm busy.
3) Had the opportunity to share God's word in CY
though i've shared a number of times in CCSM, Teen's Class and even in CY itself, "Emo-lution" was the only time where the numbers were the greatest of all. i thank God for giving me the Word and the courage to stand in front to share as i honestly say that i do not like sharing from the front as it is very difficult to do so especially when i know i'm not perfect in fulfilling God's word as i stand and speak. i struggle with myself all the time when such opportunity is given.
4) Managed to launch Shirts 4 Real's Illuminate collection publicly
5) Obtained good contacts in New Zealand and Australia for Shirts 4 Real's expansion purposes
6) Organized the Fleur-de-Lis under the banner of Shirts 4 Real and A Shopaholic's Den
7) Given the opportunity to gain publicity at the Hillsong United concert @ GTPJ
all these couldn't have happened without God in the picture. now that i look back, i've got no idea how i managed to put all these together without going crazy. the workload, i remember, it was insane. all the brainstorming sessions, all the communication work, all the physical work, etc etc.. it was insane..
8) Witnessed the growth and potential of Genesis IT Solutions & Services
i recall the days where Joel and i used to fix home computers during college days and eventually dived into starting up this company where we don't really know where were we heading to exactly. today, this company is actually doing well in the data recovery industry and if you look us up, we're actually one of the top 5 in Malaysia for such services. it is amazing to see how God's grace and mercy works in life.
now this is one nobody knows! i got featured on their site after the Shirts 4 Real launch @ Positive Cafe and i thought it would be interesting to disclose since its the new year lol!
well well, the last time i went on local papers was when i was still in kindergarten and was featured alongside my dad. this time however, is a whole new thing altogether.
this is my first time on a talk show. though it is an online one but it is still something i've never experienced and it was quite fun and scary at the same time since we are to do it in one single take!
12) Organized The Malaysian Entrepreneur Challenge
this is definitely one of the biggest event organized thus far! the amount of coordination work itself is enough to kill. this is apart from the brainstorming and the inception phase of the entire project itself.
i guess the above are the highlights of 2008. of course there are others such as the friends and people placed in my life that has made a significant difference in who i am today. without this bunch of people, i know i'll definitely not make it.
i'm eager to know what 2009 has in store. i pray that i'll remain in God's will and not wander off into my own orbit (refer to camp booklet devotion day 2 ;) ) of life.
