Wednesday, November 23, 2005

Thanksgiving Dinner...

You are all welcomed to join us for our Thanksgiving Dinner!

Venue: Olde English Manor Apartment's Club House
2323 N. Woodlawn
Wichita, KS 67220
Date : Sunday, November 26, 2005
Time : 4:30 p.m.

It's gonna be very informal.
Bring your friends and loved ones!
Call me, if you have any question!
See you there!

Monday, November 21, 2005

I left my heart in Boston....

So, I came back yesterday afternoon from a fabolous trip to Boston. As some of you know, I went there for the 91st National Communication Association Convention. Packed my bags on Tuesday nite and left Wichita very early in the morning on Wednesday. A lot of things stood out from the trip and I'm gonna share just a bit of what I experienced in Boston. The rest, of course, I'll keep it for myself...

The conference itself was great. I got to bring back lotsa papers to add to my precious 'Conference's Papers' collection. I went to some panels related to Interpersonal Communication and Human Communication and Technology. The conference really spoke to me. Although I felt so little surronded by famous scholars and those intelligent and brilliant doctoral students, I was totally fascinated! I feel that they speak my 'language.' Yes, my 'language.'I feel that I belong to that world. I feel that the questions that were raised about the paper I presented really add to my curiosity. I feel inspired to expand my research. This whole conference made me think, "Should I take this route? Should I just not care about the social stigma that I've encountered for the past months? Should I just close my eyes and ears and pursue what I really want in life? Or, should I take another route and run away from my dream?"

On Friday, Jasmine and I toured the Harvard University. The whole school environment and seeing students walking by really made me feel that this is the community where I want to be for the rest of my life. Well, not necessarily going to Harvard for school. But, I just feel that I want to be surrounded by college students for the rest of my life wherever I am. I love the smell of the old books. I love the excitement of having AHA moments when it comes to research. I love collecting conference's papers. And, I love going for conferences and meeting those people who speak my 'language.'

On Saturday, Jasmine and I went to Quincy Market for lighting ceremony. Again, Amelia was totally excited. With the very cold weather; with people walking around with their loved ones, their children, their families, their friends; with the extra thick coats, hats and scarfs that people were wearing; and the most beautiful one is, with the sound of Christmas songs played by those trumpets and trombones; Amelia was stunned. This is something that I've been dreaming of about Christmas, my favorite season of all times.

This Boston trip was great! It was fabolous! It was perfect!

My whole idea of Christmas was redefined.
My whole idea of life was reintroduced.
And, my whole heart was left there....

Friday, November 11, 2005

LeeYa "met" her bestfriend from grade school!

So, I was really surprised to see one of my bestfriends during grade school stopped by my 'lil corner and wrote a comment!

Hello Destriiii! What's uppp! We had so much fun back in those old days. Did lots of girly girly stuffs. Went to so many birthday parties at the Kentucky Fried Chicken over at Gajah Mada Plaza. Is that restaurant even still there? Oh man! Those years was filled with loads of fun!

Oh yeah! I also remember that we were in a dance team? Hahaha! What was I thinking? I didn't even know how to dance! But apparently, we always danced for our school's Christmas events. I was out of my mind, apparently. I also remembered that our make-up was always thick! When I looked at our pics from grade school, I always thought, "Denggg, we looked scary!!" Hahaha! That was so embarassing! What were we thinking??

And look at us now! We are all grown up! The last time I knew she was Ms. Destri Elita Subakti and now she is already Mrs. Destri Andorf! And you work as a graphic designer now? Where at? Still in Ames, Iowa? Way to go, girl!

Thinking about those crazy days really makes me wanna go back to my childhood period. I guess that's the neatest thing about children's lives. We dare to do a lot of stupid stuffs and we don't even realize that what we do is actually plain stupid. We always thought we were some big shots or something! haha.. But of course, without all those stupid memories, there won't be a big smile on my face today....

Hey, thanks for reminding me all these sweet memories! It's always interesting to meet with old friends and talk about what happened last time. Like when I met Anthonio and Winston over the summer when I went back home.. Oh my goodness! I got to know all kinds of stories that they've been hiding from me... It's also encouraging to know that our friends are doing well with their jobs and life in general... Hope everything is going well with ya too, Des!

Well, that's a bit of our fun and sweet memories from grade school. I guess grade school can now be spelled as G R E A T school!

So friends, let me introduce you to my grade school buddy, Destri Andorf! Simply click on my friends' list to meet her!

Thursday, November 10, 2005

LeeYa is daydreaming....

"Exactly at this time next week, I'll be enjoying and breathing the air of the beautiful city of Boston.... I'll probably be eating sushi or roasted duck or chicken rice or steak or, or, or I may be even zipping my taro bubble tea while strolling downtown... Yeah, I don't have to be worried about anything, because I'll be done with my presentation! Hmmm... even just a bit of this "Boston thought" already sets me on the mood of travelling! Oh my goodness, it feels so good to daydream!!! So Boston, I can't wait to see you next week!!"

Sunday, November 06, 2005

wish

someday, somehow, I may understand why certain things are the way they are...

Saturday, November 05, 2005

Lebaran euyyyy....!!!

So here I am blogging again... I found myself pretty active lately... Well, well, well! I just wanted to take this opportunity to wish my friends who celebrate Eid, "Selamat Lebaran! Minal Aidin Wal Faizin!"

We went to this Hari Raya party at one of the Indonesian families here in Wichita. And as always, there is one thing that you'll never regret going for Indonesian parties. It is yummy food!

And because today was Lebaran, the food was exceptional! Oh yeah! There were lots of food. Oh man! I wanted to try everything on the table, but of course with the sore throat and cough that I have now, I kinda have to behave myself a bit. Specially with that long email my mom sent this morning, "Don't eat too much spicy food, okay?" Then a friend of mine kinda said the same thing also before I left to the party today. So, yeah, I tried to control myself. But there is one dish that I just can't resist. I just got to have it. It's "Gule Telor." Yummmm! It was good and spicyyyy!

For many of you, it may not be one thing that you will find interesting. But I can assure you that my Boston friend a.k.a Huan would be extremely jelaous! Hahahha! SO, Huan, here's what we had at the party: Ketupat, Gule Telor, Sayur Lodeh, Ikan Pesmol, Opor Ayam, Kering Tempe, Tempe Mendoan, Perkedel, Rendang.... Kangen ga Huannn???? Hahahhahahaa!

Thursday, November 03, 2005

LeeYa's mid-semester syndrome kicks in

After all the excitements that I had for the past few weeks; the screaming that I did in front of my students; the trips I've made to campus to study and do my assignments even when I didn't have classes to take or to teach; the walkings under the keep-on-changing weather; I started feeling drowsy and just not well. I began to develop a cough and my throat is just so painful. I started losing my voice too. I can't afford losing my voice now. I need it to sing at church. I need it to teach. And, I definetely need it for my presentation at the NCA.

This is really not a good time for me to be sick. NCA is only two weeks away and I'm not even prepared. I haven't thought of what I should do for community involvement project for COMM 865. And my media buying class is killing me.

I guess what my parents said was true. You can't do everything at the same time. Hmmm, I really can't afford to be sick now. And somehow, I'm realy looking forward to the Thanksgiving break. Yeah, I need a break... a niceeee break!

Monday, October 31, 2005

Boo!

Was kinda late for my second class that I tought today. I wasn't late late...
I came in on the dot. Yes, exactly at 9:30 a.m. thinking that this is just another day.

The door was closed, and I was really in a hurry to go in to the classroom. The minute I opened the door, my students, specially those boys, shouted "BOO!" And, when things like this happen, I, as always, scream real loud! My sisters can sure testify on this matter...

And guess what! That's what I did too today! Yeap, Miss Hendra screamed in front of her students today! But, luckily all the papers and books that she was carrying were still in placed. And we were all laughing after that...

I think my face turned blue and red after that. Blue because I was scared! Real scared! And red because, of course, I was embarrased for screaming in front of my students.

There goes my credibility! Oh well....

Wednesday, October 26, 2005

Forgetful LeeYa...

It's the second time in a week! I totally forgot that I have a Media Buying test! Last week I totally forgot too. And, weirdest part is, they're both for Media Buying class. Mann, what's wrong with me?? So, I'm now frantically studying in my lovely office! Arrghhh I'm so sleepyyyyyy......

Tuesday, October 25, 2005

Perception...

Perception.

It's something that you can't control, yet it is there.
No matter what you do, no matter what you say, people are constantly 'judging' you. Although they don't know the hidden motives that you have; why you do certain things; why you mingle with certain groups; why you talk about certain things; the bottom line is you are 'that' kind of a person.

You can't help it. You can't say anything. It's out of your hands.

So, does perception equals to assumption? Perhaps. Not always, but it can certainly lead to that. The hardest part to accept is when the person who's making assumption is someone who you think knows you well.

Sunday, October 23, 2005

Too good to be true.....

A lot of things were confirmed today.
God is great!
He spoke right into my heart.

My visions were sharpened..
My questions were answered...
My doubts were removed...

"Father, I thank You for the great day.
I thank You for a great service.
I thank You for being who You are.
I thank You for the privilege to serve a great Master.
And my master is You.
I thank you for things that You've planned for me ahead of a time.
Father, I ask that You guide me,
You lead me,
and You walk beside me each and every day.
Thank you, Father for Your blessings!
In Jesus name I pray!
Amen..."

Friday, October 21, 2005

My confession...

Dear LeeYa's 'lil corner's readers,

I have a confession to make.

I've been getting congratulations e-cards, emails and comments about the dog's pics I posted few days ago. I have not gotten the dog yet. I have not bought her yet. What happened was, my sisters and I went to this small petshop here in town, and they have this pug. We did fall in love with her. We did take pictures with her. And, yes, we did name her Lolly. But, she's still not ours yet. We do want her badly, but we just can't get her this time.

So, I apologize if that past entry was misleading. I do thank you for the cards and everything. At least you all have helped brighten my days! Thanks, friends!

From,
Lee Ya
I broke the very first rule to success in grad school last nite!

Wednesday, October 19, 2005

A little complaint...

Alright! A good friend of mine who claims to be one of the faithful readers to my blog made a little complaint today. Yes, it's Mr. David Lim! Lim Chee Siang to be exact!

He said overall my blog was okay.
Layout was fine.
Pictures were good.
Writing was okay.
He said he doesn't want to comment too much on teacher's writing.. haha!
Silly boy...

However, despite all the good stuffs that he mentioned, there is one thing that this blog is lacking (according to him)! Yes, it lacks of his name! He told me he's never seen his name mentioned anywhere in this blog! Hahaha!

So, Mr. Lim..... You're name is on!!! Congratulationssssss!!!

Tuesday, October 18, 2005

Fall break is over

Hmmm.... fall break is over! It's time to get back to reality!

Spent most of my fall break with my Dad! How lovely! Although it was a real short visit, it's totally worth it! One thing that is too sweet to pass was we didn't have to cook! Haha how nice! Totally pampered!

Now, I guess, back to the old days! Hmmmm.....

Wednesday, October 12, 2005

Sang your songs
Danced your dance
Played your part
But, the scene is not mine

I'm getting off from the stage...
Have a good play!

Tuesday, October 11, 2005

My Kairos moment

College life.
A life that many say they would not trade for anything else.
A life that many say we can enjoy to the fullest.
A life that many say there's nothing to be worried about.
A life that many say we can always cherish.

We wake up. We go to school. We work. We study. We hang out. We have lunch at the student center. We go to class. We hang out again. We study again. We work again. We sleep. We wake up again the next day. We go to class. We work. We work again. We hang out again. We eat. We sleep again.

It seems like it's repetitious. It seems like it's so monotone. It seems like it's predicted.

If it is that way, why do I even continue schooling? I even thought of pursuing another degree after graduation. So, what is it about school life that really attracts me?

Many of my friends complain that school life is totally boring. Many claim that it's very monotone. However, I don't feel that way. I feel that my school life is very colorful. My school life is always unpredicatable. My school life is simply GREAT!

And this is what God intends to do in our lives, whether it is a working or school life. He doesn't want our lives to be boring. He doesn't want us to feel stupid. God has blessed me with so many things in so many different areas. I have wonderful brothers and sisters that I can always count on. I have great friends that are there with me. I have a great church that supports me and lifts me up in their prayers. And this is what God wants to do in your life. All you need to do is just ask God. It's just that simple. When God is involved in our life, He will direct us to His prosperous plan. It's His promise.

There were times in the past when I totally ignored God. There were times when I felt that God was unfair. There were times when I felt that going to church and fellowships are not worth it. There were times when I felt I should just get away from those church people.

Guess what? It didn't last very long. God pulled me back into His circle. And also, I felt that I've missed out on a lot of cool stuffs.

My Christian friends, I really encourage you to get connected with other fellow believers, if you haven't done so. You'll never know what God wants to do in your life. My other friends, I really encourage you to get a taste of what it is like to be connected to a group that supports you in anyway. Get a glimpse of how great your life can be when God is moving. I encourage you to give God at least a chance to fulfill His promise, coz you'll be surprised!

Tuesday, October 04, 2005

A song that I love the most right now!

Dunia Tanpa Lagu
by Delon


oh kasih dengar aku
hanya ada satu cinta
buka saja relung di hatimu
untuk aku yg menginginkanmu

Chorus:
andaikan saja engkau mengerti
sungguh berarti dirimu
hidup ini tanpa cintamu
bagai dunia tanpa lagu

Ending:
jangan pernah samakan diriku
dengan cintamu yg tlah lalu

Sunday, October 02, 2005

Happy 1st anniverssary, the Mission!

Yeap! Today is the day! We finally made it for a year!

The Mission is not only an ordinary group for me.

This is a ministry group that is based on friendship and love...
This is the group where I learn a lot how to do ministry...
This is a group where I learn how to love on people...
This is a group where I can be the true me...
This is the group that I can call my family...

This is the group that means the world to me...

I can't belive we've been 'together' for a year. Last year, the same day, we had the first fellowship at the Fairmount tower. Guess what? Our visitor was only one. Yeap, ONE only...

However, God has been so good!
He has multiplied the people in our group...
He has shown His faithfulness in our lives and others' too...
He has blessed us with so many talented people...
In other words, He has been there with us all the time...

Now we're gonna move on to a bigger vision that God has laid in our hearts. Although I'm really sad to leave Southwind Fellowship, the church where I've been going to for about 4 years here in wichita, I know something great is about to come! And, we're excited about it! We really are... The next weeks and months are gonna be challenging for the Mission. But, we're ready! Even though we will end up with a few people for each Sunday service, I truly believe something great is gonna happen... God is working! And, He'll keep working in our lives! Thank you, Jesus! You are awesome!