Tour of Singapore

Here's our kids' first view of Singapore...tours squeezed in between APEC sessions.

APEC '05

We took the whole family to Singapore for the APEC. It was like an early Christmas for us since we don't expect to be going home for the holidays. It was a grand family reunion of sorts. We thank God for all the wonderful people in our lives.

When Gia Came to Town

Quite unexpectedly, Gia calls me one day and says, "At! (short for Ate) I'll be there in two days ok?" And so she was...Truly, there is a God in heaven who loves me!

Visitors Galore

Sept. 25, 2005: Rob and Nancy stayed in Penang for 3 months. They were instrumental in helping us settle, especially with setting up the services. They've since moved back to the US, but we are hoping Intel gives him another stint in Penang.

This will be a compilation of the guests who stop by Penang...so drop in every now and then to see the latest happening at my house. Hopefully, the next time, it'll be with you.

Prayer Team from Manila

A team of brave Filipino souls came to Penang recently to do some prayer walks in our fair city. They arrived on October 19, and stayed a brief 8 days. It was hard work for them to get around the city because public transport here is scarce. [As it is, the Henson clan already has trouble cramming into a borrowed car, lent to us by our generous friends Jonathan and MeeYoke Lim!]

So armed with a map, strict instructions from the team captain Jonathan Bocobo, and the determination to make their trip spiritually fruitful, off they went...
Day1: Into the financial district and historical points of the city
Day2: Into the campuses (USM, KDU, IPG)
Day3: Into the religious centers (the Muslim mosque, Hindu and Buddhist temples)

On the fourth day we had our service, and on the fifth day we invaded the beach!
It was a short but power-filled trip. Our hats off to the team. Thanks so much to everyone who came!!! And to those who have yet to come, please keep us in your prayers...

My 40th Bday--Aug '05

Last Aug. 30, the day after i turned 40, my Leadership Group (under Deborah Murrell), threw me a Despedida-cum-Bday Breakfast at Candy Blaylock's house. Here are some photos from that memorable occasion...

Equilibrium

Rating:	★★★★★
Category:	Movies
Genre:	Action & Adventure

The fact that it stars Christian Bale warrants its 5-star rating in my book. Just like his performance in 'Batman Begins,' he is just so INTENSE! The fight scenes are totally entertaining, even to those of us who would rather watch sloppy-kissy chick flicks. The plot is a bit recycled, but the end makes it interesting enough to wish there was a sequel. [Sort of what I felt with 'Riddick'] Now, it makes me wonder, "How in the world did I miss this on the big screen!!!???"

[To all Travolta lovers, doesn't the pose and outfit remind you of the olden days? Hahaha!]

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Plot Outline of Equilibrium (2002)
In a futuristic world, a strict regime has eliminated war by suppressing emotions: books, art and music are strictly forbidden and feeling is a crime punishable by death. Cleric John Preston (Bale) is a top ranking government agent responsible for destroying those who resist the rules. Whe he misses a dose of Prozium, a mind-altering drug that hinders emotion, Preston, who has been trained to enforce the strict laws of the new regime, suddenly becomes the only person capable of overthrowing it.
Summary written by Anonymous

New Friends...New Family!

Jonathan has been our guide here in Penang, showing us the ropes (and the roads, the furniture shops, and virtually everything we need to survive here!)

I thought I'd introduce you to our new crowd...