The 100th Post

Started back in March last year (23rd March, 2008) and with much hesitation I started this blog.

I was at first (and even today) doubtful over my ability as a photographer, writing skill and persistence in keeping this blog going...

It is really to the credit of you the reader and many friends who follow this blog (thus my journey), who gave me many great comments over time, correcting, encouraging and affirming me. And that's not limited to photogrphic skills alone.

Also, the great many who put their faith in me to capture your precious moments, and thus allowed me to witness and be a part of your life. Thank you very much indeed!

The one deserving the greatest thank is none other than God who gives me the eye, the strength and persistence everyday. It is through photography that I have come to appreciate Him more, and it is through Him that I appreciate photography more.
Colossians 1:15-17

This a rock given to me in Japan, one that is fashioned by fire.

This post also marks a new beginning!  I have officially changed the name of the blog to WYNG Images.  Hope you like that new name and continue to visit this blog at the new address!  Thank you!

Charity = Generosity - GFC

Thank you Aynur for the opportunity to photograph the Charity Trivia lunch in support of Cystic Fibrosis Victoria.

There was a generous turn out and everyone gave generously toward this great cause. This is the tin with the donations inside. The photo doesn't do it justice but I shouldn't touch the money.

CFV Mission statement: "To promote research, increase awareness of Cystic Fibrosis and provide education, support and advocacy to Victoria's Cystic Fibrosis community."

Really exciting to see the spirit of charity not snuffed out by the global financial crisis (GFC)! Charity is a positive number because Generosity is always greater than GFC (or crisis).

Thank you to NAB and management for empowering its staff to contribute to the community in this way. If you would like to make a donation to CFV, please visit here.

Isaiah 58:6-7,14a, "Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen:
to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter — when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? ...The mouth of the LORD has spoken."

UBank Celebration

UBank or NextGen Release 1 has take off!

UBank is the fruit of many months of hard work, of many wonderful people from different teams, departments, and vendors, working together.

I've learned a great deal and achieved much myself. Thank you all who collaborated and cooperated with me on SCM.

Praise be to God! Philippians 4:13

This is the day to celebrate, and we did that in style at a Swiss bar restaurant, Terra Rossa.

There were lots of great foods and drinks of course. Good to see so many letting their hair down for a second to have a great laugh and getting (and giving) a slap on the back for job well done. Many awards were handed out in recognition.




I really liked the decor in the bar, very retro.

Saw $13.25 on the table not far from the entrance and wondered who would leave them there? Soon I realised that it is a piece of art! The coins and notes are sealed inside a very thick layer of lacquer and is part of the table. Sorry, this is not a good pic, but it is one of those times, where the story is more important than the image. :)

Don't think my camera liked the showers half as much as I do.. The showers, combined with lights created wonderful effect of reflections on the street.. so much life and richness!

*Please take a good look at UBank and work out for yourself whether it is the right vehicle to manage and grow your hard earned money. :)


* This is not a financial advice nor an advertisement for UBank or the National Australia Bank (nab). Please consult your financial adviser for advice.

Generosity, I recommend

I have a confession to make...

Been taking Robitussin Honey Cough Drops recently because of a persistent dry cough. They were great except that they are impossible to find. I have depended on them at work - for meetings, presentations, on the phone, etc, so it was terrible when we couldn't find them after going to no less than ten pharmacies...

With my one and only pack of Robitussin, I was at a friend's two days ago with lots of friends. Several were suffering from coughs also. With a little hesitation, I shared my precious Robitussin...

Today, we shopped at a grocery shop that is opposite a pharmacy, so I thought I will walk in and take a look. You guessed it, they have Robitussin Cough Drops, several packs in fact! The sales assistant was so nice that she even gave me a pack of 20 for free!

Thank you, thank you, thank you. :)

Proverbs 11:24,25 "One man gives freely, yet gains even more... A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed!"

PS, I don't work for Robitussin or get any commission from Robitussin. :)

The All New Mr & Mrs Bubb

Congratulations to Andrew and Dharshana, the new Mr & Mrs Bubb!


Fourth of July, affectionately known as the Independence Day. However, 4th July, 2009 will always be remembered by Andrew and Dharshana as the day they pledged their love for one another in front of their family, friends and before their God; to love one another in sickness and in health, for richer and for poorer, so long as they both shall live.

Look at this royal wave from one very proud woman. What about the lucky fella next to her? He is so happy, no one could wipe that smile from his face on their big day.

May the Lord bless you with a lifetime of happiness and ever growing love for one another. May the Lord be the head of your household and your house be always filled with laughters and warmth.

Proverbs 18:22, "He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD. "

Love each other with the same love Christ has for the church. Giving to each other, prefering one another over yourself. Giving and forgiving just as in Christ God has forgiven us and continue to bear with us.

Through God, your love will never fail.

Jewelry from Heaven

Yes, jewelry from heaven - the morning dew.

Just as I was getting out (alright, rushing out) of the house to attend church, I saw this beauty in the backyard.

Beauty? Mmm, it is merely a lonely leaf, less than 2cm in length, that has fulfilled its purpose (to collect and process energy, to shade and protect the plant and much more). It is now lying on the concrete drying up and returning to earth. Yeah, I actually thought it is really beautiful that even for a leaf spent that God would dress it so beautifully with dew. What about us - people, we are precious in God's eyes.

Matthew 6, "...do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?

...Your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."

What about this second photograph? An unwanted plant thus called a weed (or valueless plant growing wild as the dictionary says) in a pot.

I actually thought the leaves look like wings of butterflies, many butterflies, dressed so beautifully with dew again. A truly beautiful moment captured forever! Hope you enjoy them as much as I do. :)

One more thing, they were taken by my 28-200mm G lens, a humble little lens, without AF-S, given by my mother-in-law. It is a lovely little lens.

Melbourne City, People and Holden Commodore

I love the city of Melbourne.

Dispite earning the status as the swine (H1N1) flu capital of the world in recent days because it has the highest number of confirmed swine flu cases per capita in the world, it is a beautiful city with many cultures, many nice eateries and beautiful architectures. I also love the energy of the city created by the people.

I would love to see Melbournians being known as friendly, kind, polite and generous people as well. Will try my best to be one myself because I would like to be treated the same way. :)

Luke 6:31, "Do to others as you would have them do to you."

This talented musician was playing the famous Chinese piece The Butterfly Lovers (梁祝). Very nice, thank you!

Click here to listen.


The current model of Holden Commodore, Calais, Statesman, HSV are the most beautiful todate, sporting elegant lines and defined wheel arcs. Very clean, looks good in any colour and at any angle.

Thank God that Holden is not affected by the bankruptcy of General Motors. Not sure if this is the last of the big six (6 cylinders vehicle) as Holden move towards producing more fuel efficient automobiles.

Congrats to the new Mr & Mrs Choo

Very well done David and See Voon! David, you know your whole family - mum, your sis, myself, uncle Jason and many others are very proud of all you have accomplished. You threw a beautiful (wedding) party, sorry we couldn't be at the Ipoh one as well. The ice sculpture was fantastic and so was the reception, the band, the video presentation and of course the food. What about that 32 seconds kiss?! I wish you and See Voon a life time of happiness together. May good things continue to come to the two of you and your love for each other will grow even stronger now that you are married.

Romans 13:8 says, "Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another..." In short, love each other like you owe it to one another.


You might ask, where is the beautiful new Mrs Choo... She is being pampered and made up by the make up artist/s.

Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) 2009

Thank you Darien and Pamela. Darien, thank you so much for looking after my stomach. Really appreciate that. Great to catch up with so many friends - Brett, Patrik, Brad, Mag, Christine, Paul, Caz, Meg and made new friends - Xui (I am still waiting for your email), Maree (looking forward to visiting your gallery) and many other.

Thank you Lord Jesus for sustaining me and helping me through the difficult week due to the passing of my dad and his funeral. I believe my dad is in a better place now. He is with my God. Mag, hang in there for your family. Your mum and you are in my prayers.

Philippians 4:4-6 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Gavin, just got the card from you. Really appreciate your kind thoughts. You don't know how much your encouragements have touched me. Yes, I also wish that our friendship will last for a very long time!

All, enjoy these slide-shows. Appreciate any feedbacks.

Yes, Today!

There is nothing like today and now. Don't put things off. It is Yes and Today.

I am very thankful to God that we found a nursing home for dad today and he no longer stays at the hospital. Thank God that dad has a single room for the time being. Thank God that the hospital fee has been waived. Thank you Mariel, Sammi, Pei Pei, Barbara, Susan and Carmen that I have come to know in one short day, who look after my dad. Thank you very much. You guys are wonderful. Frosty is very cute.

There may be more battles ahead. But God is faithful and He watches over us. I need to perserve and keeping my eyes on the one who is invisible - God (Hebrews 11:27). He can be trusted, He has proven that so many times.

Lamentations 3:22-23, "Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."

Philippians 4:6,7, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."

Friendship & Generosity

Thank you so much Andrew and Dharshi for the lovely quiche and baked pasta. They are both pleasing to the eyes as they are to the stomach. Well done for your achievements to date. All the best to your plans. Thank you for your love. We love you too and wish every good thing for you. So wonderful to have good caring friends around.

Proverbs 11:24 "One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed."

OK, below are the quiche and the baked pasta. I love the cheese on the baked pasta and the herbs on top of that. The sauce is so tasty. So yummy! Only pinched a little of the quiche so far... need to give it a proper test run tomorrow over lunch. I can't wait! :O...

~ Baked Pasta ~

~ Quiche ~

[2009-03-05] OK, been eating both the quiche and the baked pasta through the week. They are fantastic! Love the pepper on top and the pastry of the quiche is so nice and crunchy, even when I put it in the microwave. Hey Andrew, you are talented! I will blame you if I put on weight! Thank you very much bro.

Welcome baby Jaslyn!

Hello everyone. My name is Jaslyn Eve Wong. I am 1 day 7 hours and 6 minutes old.

Congratulations to the very proud first time parents, Chong Yau and Lynette, for your beautiful new daughter. Praise the Lord for the safe delivery. Very well done to you both.

May Jaslyn bring you both loads of joy and a lifetime of pleasure and blessings. May she grow healthily and become a lovely lady and a wonderful person, just like her parents; and may be a good cook as well, just like her mother.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalm 139:14