A Mourning Day To All Malaysians

In Loving Memory of Kak Yasmin

Inspiration, Patriot, Malaysian

It is a sad and truly disturbing day to read that Yasmin Ahmad has passed away. Her dedication to belief of a truly understanding and united Malaysia has brought Malaysia to the world’s stage through the eyes of a camera lens. Her touch of love, compassion, dedication, and strive to remind all of us to the wonderful dream of Malaysia has truly touched millions and should always be learned from and serve as a reminder to all of us.

I can say that she has been a great inspiration to many of us who understand the importance of unity and greater love for this wonderful and colourful country of ours. She reminded us through her films and advertisements of how Malaysians should be, as an individual, son, daughter, friend, brother, sister and most importantly Malaysian. She has thought me to embrace our culture, religion, and history. As a nation we have gone through so much and it would be a waste if we the children of our fore fathers have forgotten how we achieved what and where we are today.

I am however touched that in her last days, she was surrounded by her love ones and as her final act as a Child of Malaysia reminded us how and who we are as Malaysians. I believe millions of Malaysians have come together in prayer and crossed fingers that she would have overcome this stroke and continue her legacy. But I guess this is God’s way in reminding us that, creating a dream, a dream of Malaysia should not be done by one but everyone.

Kak Yasmin as many would address her (I hope she does not mind me calling her that too), may you rest in peace and keep a watchful eye on Malaysia and Malaysians. Help us to remember and be reminded of, what it is to be truly a Malaysian.

In my book, Kak Yasmin, you are truly a Malaysian Hero, My Hero, A Patriot if a nation that has in recent times forgot who we are. You have been a great elder sister, inspiration and friend to all Malaysian. Your tears, sweat, and heart for Malaysia will never be forgotten.

Do not worry, I will in my small way carry on your dreams and forever be reminded of you. May you rest in peace with God.

A mourning son of Malaysia,
Timothy Chan
A Simple Malaysian

Legend - Yasmin Ahmad

I plea to all readers to pray for the speedy recovery of Yasmin Ahmad. She is a renowned film maker, producer, director and inspiration to many of us especially me. She has developed many unforgettable advertisements and movies that had touched many of our lives. Her involvement in Malaysian film industry inspiring so many of us, her heart for Malaysia is something that all Malaysians irrespective of race, gender or culture should learn and be inspired on.

You might remember her work on many of the independence day advertisement by Petronas. Furthermore, if you have heard or watched the movie Sepet, you would know that her belief in the unity of Malaysia and how our cultures although different in so many ways have blended together and formed Malaysia. We can see her passion and love for what Malaysia truly stands for. She is a pioneer, patriot, and most importantly an “Anak Malaysia”, a Malaysian in heart, soul and belief.

This month of July has been sort of a dark month for many people, we had witness the passing of a legend, a great inspiration and world changer Michael Jackson. I truly believe that the world and especially Malaysia cannot afford to lose another legend.

The news of Yasmin’s collapse shocked me to my core as I was returning from Kampar. Therefore my friends, please put in a short prayer for this hero of Malaysia. If you are interested of what I have mentioned above have a look at these sights below:

Petronas Advertisements
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fHa6FBO1OY
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAKPwjBd4uM
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYv5_dX0K5Y
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jmc4ZkB12Z0
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKlDXomMv0U
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqDdhloTLM4

Sepet
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrxmiLFEpnc

Here In My Home (Personal Favorite)
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8Wl3firJQk

Worried Malaysian,
Timothy Chan
A Simple Child of Malaysia

WHAT HAPPENS IN HEAVEN

This was from an e-mail a friend sent to me, enjoy...


I dreamt that I went to Heaven and an angel was showing me around. We walked side-by-side inside a large workroom filled with angels.. My angel guide stopped in front of the first section and said, ' This is the Receiving Section. Here, all petitions to God said in prayer are received. '

I looked around in this area, and it was terribly busy with so many angels sorting out petitions written on voluminous paper sheets and scraps from people all over the world.

Then we moved on down a long corridor until we reached the second section.

The angel then said to me, ' This is the Packaging and Delivery Section. Here, the graces and blessings the people asked for are processed and delivered to the living persons who asked for them. ' I noticed again how busy it was there. There were many angels working hard at that station, since so many blessings had been requested and were being packaged for delivery to Earth.

Finally at the farthest end of the long corridor we stopped at the door of a very small station. To my great surprise, only one angel was seated there, idly doing nothing. ' This is the Acknowledgment Section, ' my angel friend quietly admitted to me. He seemed embarrassed 'How is it that there is no work going on here? ' I asked.

'So sad, ' the angel sighed. ' After people receive the blessings that they asked for, very few send back acknowledgments. '

'How does one acknowledge God ' s blessings? ' I asked...

'Simple, ' the angel answered. Just say, ' Thank you, Lord. '

'What blessings should they acknowledge? ' I asked.

'If you have food in the refrigerator, clothes on your back, a roof overhead and a place to sleep you are richer than 75% of this world. If you have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish, you are among the top 8% of the world ' s wealthy. '

'And if you get this on your own computer, you are part of the 1% in the world who has that opportunity. '

'If you woke up this morning with more health than illness ... You are more blessed than the many who will not even survive this day. '

'If you have never experienced the fear in battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture, or the pangs of starvation ... You are ahead of 700 million people in the world. '

'If you can attend a church without the fear of harassment, arrest, torture or death you are envied by, and more blessed than, three billion people in the world. '

'If your parents are still alive and still married ..you are very rare.'

'If you can hold your head up and smile, you are not the norm, you ' re unique to all those in doubt and despair..... '

Ok, what now? How can I start?

If you can read this message, you just received a double blessing in that someone was thinking of you as very special and you are more blessed than over two billion people in the world who cannot read at all.

Have a good day, count your blessings, and if you care to, pass this along to remind everyone else how blessed we all are

ATTN: Acknowledge Dept.
'Thank you Lord, for giving me the ability to share this message and for giving me so many wonderful people with whom to share it. '

If you have read this far, and are thankful for all that you have been blessed with, how can you not send it on???? I thank God for everything, especially all my family and friends!!

Dear friends, remember that...

• When we suffer, we should remember that we are alive and give thanks!
• When we cry, we should remember that we know happiness to feel sad and give thanks!
• When we had a hard day at work, we should remember that we have a job and give thanks!
• When our families nag or trouble us, we should remember that we have families to return to and count on with love and give thanks!
• When our friends upset us, we should remember that we have friends who care and give thanks!
• When our plans fail or don't come true, we should remember that God is in control and has something better installed for us and give thanks!

I challenge you to find something worth giving thanks for in everything and everyday in your life... remember it is a priviledge to be able to give thanks... and it is an honour to be alive...

Matt 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well"

I Believe... I Trust... I have Faith...

Timothy Chan
A simple child of God.

2012 - Teaching of Maths and Science in English Abolished

2012-Teaching of Maths and Science in English for Primary Year 4 andSecondary school will be abolished!

Please go to Tun Mahathir's blog & VOTE if u want Teaching of Maths andScience in English.Tun is strongly supporting teaching of Maths and Science in English & iswilling to convey yr message to the Govt. So, please go to http://chedet.co.cc/chedetblog/ and speak your mind. Strikewhile the iron is hot! Do it for the sake of our kids.

Even if you don't have you own children,your nephews/nieces or friend's children will be affected.Please pass this message to as many people as possible. We need yoursupport.

Timothy Chan
Assiatant Lecturer