Monday, July 28, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Tribute to CSI
I just love watching all the 3 CSI's. It's one of my favorite TV series. Even when i was in the seminary, i try not to miss the series. We will record the show because it is aired at a time after our recreation and we will play it the next day during recreation (8pm - 9pm). As a tribute to this great series, I've posted their respective theme songs. Its all from the same rock band - THE WHO. Now sit back, blast your speaker and enjoy.
1. CSI (Las Vegas)
song title - Who Are You
2. CSI NY
song title - Baba O'Riley
3. CSI Miami
song title - Won't Get Fooled Again
For the 'drummer boy' - Hey bro, the moJO, when i hear the drums, i think of you. When are you going to play for me?
Posted by Adrian Mathews at 5:23 AM
I don't need to fight, to prove I'm right...
I had suspected that I have a secret admirer to my blog and only few days ago it was proven when I receive a malicious email from the secret admirer; the very person who was the 'source' and the 'result' of me writing an article on my blog. Click here for the article.
The long email (with 'cc' to many people) that I received from the admirer is a re-action on the article. Basically, what my admirer is saying in the email is that I have fabricated the facts, presented a partial truth of the whole saga and mislead you; my readers to take my side.
Not realizing, my admirer, seem to agree with me actually. This person says I have given a partial truth and now wants me to reveal the other partial of truth. Hehehe.
My response (not a 're-action' like the email) was to suggest that an Independent Inquiry Commission be establish to look into the matter. Let them give a report.
From the very beginning of this problem I have been walking not alone but with my Lord and had never gone asking people to take my side and I have never sent any email even with 'cc' to others seeking sympathy. This is because, I stand by the truth. I don't make up stories, I don't go hiding or go scheming with others. I don't have to do all that!
From that email I see accusations, conclusions and judgements made, so shall i fight back? Shall I 're-act'? The famous Rock band THE WHO has inspired me through their song Baba O'Riley (Theme song of CSI NY).
...I don't need to fight
To prove I'm right
I don't need to be forgiven...
Posted by Adrian Mathews at 3:14 AM
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
The turbulence is still ahead of us...who is your Pilot??
I would like to share a story with you told by a man which is most frightening yet thought-provoking experiences of his life.
He had been on a long flight. The first warning of the approaching problems came when the sign on the airplane flashed on: "Fasten your seat belts." Then, after a while, a calm voice said, "We shall not be serving the beverages at this time as we are expecting a little turbulence. Please be sure your seat belt is fastened."
As he looked around the aircraft, it became obvious that many of the passengers were becoming apprehensive. Later, the voice of the announcer said, "We are so sorry that we are unable to serve the meal at this time. The turbulence is still ahead of us."
And then the storm broke. The ominous cracks of thunder could be heard even above the roar of the engines. Lightening lit up the darkening skies and within moments that great plane was like a cork tossed around on a celestial ocean. One moment the airplane was lifted on terrific currents of air; the next, it dropped as if it were about to crash. The man confessed that he shared the discomfort and fear of those around him. He said, "As I looked around the plane, I could see that nearly all the passengers were upset and alarmed. Some were praying. The future seemed ominous and many were wondering if they would make it through the storm.
And then, I suddenly saw a girl to whom the storm meant nothing. She had tucked her feet beneath her as she sat on her seat and was reading a book. Everything within her small world was calm and orderly. Sometimes she closed her eyes, then she would read again; then she would straighten her legs, but worry and fear were not in her world. When the plane was being buffeted by the terrible storm, when it lurched this way and that, as it rose and fell with frightening severity, when all the adults were scared half to death, that marvelous child was completely composed and unafraid."
The man could hardly believe his eyes. It was not surprising therefore, that when the plane finally reached its destination and all the passengers were hurrying to disembark, he lingered to speak to the girl whom he had watched for such a long time.
Having commented about the storm and behavior of the plane, he asked why she had not been afraid.
The sweet child replied, "Sir, my Dad is the pilot and he is taking me home."
I wish I had that same faith and trust of that little girl. And this is what we say a 'child-like trust'. True, I have nothing to worry, my Dad (my God and Saviour) is the pilot of my plane- life's journey!
Posted by Adrian Mathews at 12:18 AM
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
No Longer a Seminarian of the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Hi friends,
I am back to the 'net world' after a long time. Really miss it.
Many have heard about me - some truths and some gossips.
And here it is:- The Archbishop has given me a letter stating that I am no longer a seminarian of the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur. This decision is a result of me defending my fellow seminarian and questioning the credibility of a system of the seminary i.e. the assessment of the seminarians by a lay worker of the seminary.
Please do pray for me, for God's will be done in my life. It is a difficult time, but who else can i turn to other than Him who created me. For the past 7 years in the seminary the Lord has taken care of me, i know He has not abandoned me. He will continue to guard and guide me for the Lord is my Shepherd; "Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no harm for you are at my side; your rod and staff give me courage." (Ps.23:4) And what is the rod and staff that gives me courage? It is Christ who manifest Himself through the Sacraments, the many incidences and people i have met when all these 'happenings' happened to me. The guidance, the words of assurance and encouragement is the rod and staff.
Since i am back on the 'net world', i will still write my reflections, thoughts, etc. I will also publish introductions to lauds and vespers including those i have prepared long ago, especially for the feast days a few weeks ago (will publish it according to the actual dates).
Posted by Adrian Mathews at 2:35 PM