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9/27/2006

Our Restless, Busy Society

There are times that I wonder why I don't like Hong Kong as a place to settle down, and today, while reading some of Henri Nouwen's writings, I found a good article that explains my feelings well:

"What most strikes me, being back in this city, is the full force of the restlessness, the loneliness, and the tension that holds so many people... So many of my friends feel overwhelmed by the many demands made on them; few feel the inner peace and joy they so much desire.

To celebrate life together, to be together in community, to simply enjoy the beauty of creation, the love of people and the goodness of God--those seem faraway ideals. There seems to be a mountain of obstacles preventing people from being where their hearts want to be. It is so painful to watch and experience. The astonishing thing is that the battle for survival has become so "normal" that few people really believe that it can be different... I want so much to bring them to new places, show them new perspectives, and point out to them new ways. But in this hectic, pressured, competitive, exhausting context, who can really hear me? I even wonder how long I myself can stay in touch with the voice of the spirit when the demons of this world make so much noise..."

One of the reason my loved one gave me up, after 6.5 years of serious commitment, is that I took too long to return to this city. I still wonder if I've made a wrong choice, but if I were to choose again, I think it'll still turn out the same, because I don't want to see my soul drowning in such a restless, busy society, just like how he has drowned his. I thought I could get him out of there, but I failed. Maybe someday he'll understand, or maybe someday I'll change my mind. Only God knows.

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	Ericwrote: As much as we like to change people, including the ones we love, it never seems to work. Hope you find someone that has the same goals in mind. Sept. 29
	Rick Wuwrote: I am not sure if its true that he gave up on you. I simply can't tell as these are really strong words. But I agree that is a city which make ppl drowned their soul. Everyone is so busy, but somehow they are also very empty. I guess this a choice of life. Everyday, we step forward in our life and at the same time, we choose the path we want to walk. There are many reasons for what we chose, but at that moment, we thought that's our best choice. We can't tell whether our choice is right, until the day we see the end of the path. If we are lucky, we will stop somewhere midway and look back, hmm, is this where i have been??? God will tell us if we should turn around. Maybe its more work, but its worth it. 6.5 yrs already...wow... time really flies. Hope things will work out at the end. God will tell what's good for both of you. And i will keep your two in my prayers too. We are always around you. Sept. 28
	Rosawrote: When the decision is made, no need to look back! (I know it's hard...) Focus on what is ahead of you... Things don't get too bad if we fix our eyes on God =) Sept. 28

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