:: Sharing by Pek Har ::

It has been emotionally and physically strenuous for the past two weeks, before the celebration of Chinese New Year. That is due to the preparation of my Final Year Project. Just in case you are wondering what project I am doing, my teammates and I need to create 3D model of Singapore Polytechnic campus.

When doing this FYP, I encountered several problems. The problems mainly consist of the difficulties of our project, software requirement, and even preparation of the Final Report and PowerPoint Presentation. One of the most unexpected problems would be team spirit. It was rather disheartening that one of our friends didn't contribute much to the project, even after umpteen attempts trying to get her back on track. Thank God she came for the FYP presentation which was the most crucial aspect. Because we were be judged individually by our lecturers.

And so, my classmates and I carried a joyful heart on the day of our presentation, since it was the last lap of our FYP. We met up early to touch up on the PowerPoint presentation. And, that was when unexpected and not-so-welcoming events started to take place. First, coffee was spilled over the laptop and it died on us. Latest copy of PowerPoint presentation was not saved! Good thing, we had a back-up copy in the thumb-drive so it wasn't that bad after all. Then, we spent half a day trying to get the media flash player working. Still, we couldn't get it done even at the eleventh-hour. All of us were already exhausted and discouraged. Even during the presentation, we almost messed up during the Questions & Answers session. Thank God we managed to pull it through. Anyway, I'm glad it is over.

Besides busy juggling between projects and schoolwork, I was also horribly stressed out by the unhappiness coming my way, such as teamwork, co-ordination etc. I am not good in handling stress especially, so I usually end up grouchy.

BUT, I must and always keep Him in mind. God has taught me many things along the way. And there are a couple of verses that kept running through my mind.

"Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." James 1:12

"I can do everything through Him who gives me strength"-Philippians 4:13

Most importantly, I have learned something valuable during the phase of my FYP especially. That is, to have communion with God, to even remember him despite our busy schedule. To even thank God for the blessings and gifts He has showered us.