Friday

Had quite a long day today. We met up with the C. family and it was a good time of fellowship and playing with the two little boys. :D On a side note, I realised that 'peek-a-boo' is a timeless enjoyment for babies- they seem to never get tired of it... gurgling with laughter every time. :)

We dropped by my godparents' place and played awhile with Leah, Noah and Ruth. Then, we went to eat a Nepalese restaurant with my grandma and uncle. The food was yummy! It tastes quite similar to Chinese cuisine with a hint of Indian fusion. We also had masala tea.

The pot and chocolate-coloured cups look really unique.

Tuesday

"He must increase, but I must decrease."

John 4:26

Class 4e3

ReMeMbEr

Full of laughter,
filled with all sorts of people,
caring.
Happy, people.

Crazy times,
wild adventures.

There are the quiet,
the noisy,
the frank.
Despite differences,
all unique.

The right combination of
paints,
ingredients
and timbre
plus
a dash of drama.

Two years together.
Times spent with one another-
countless
through the lessons,
the recesses,
those occasions.

A class of its own
character.
I will treasure
the memories.

Friday

Say "silk" ten times.

My godbrother obediently did just that, counting with his fingers the number of times he said it.

What do cows drink?

"Milk?"

No.

"Poop?"

No, let me tell you, my brother said, thereafter telling him the answer.

He dejectedly and pointedly replied," Why did you tell me the answer when I haven't given up yet?"

His perseverance is really admirable.

CCA camp

Went back to school for 1 day of cca camp yesterday. Now, my muscles are aching crazily...due to lack of regular exercise in the past months. Well, I must say I was shocked with the organisation of the camp and some of the games were not exactly meant to bond the cca- it felt more like an entertainment for the organisers. But on the bright side, there were some really fun games which kept me running and moving about which I enjoyed but which has made me partially 'paralysed.' Haha, I think the main reason was the 'freeze and melt' game, I was the catcher! :D... and it wasn't easy catching... pant... it was rather tiring. And no, I'm NOT old. :D

Had a really good time of fellowship with A, L. and JY. A. shared some really interesting things with us- she's like a walking encyclopedia (very well-read). It also made me think- thought provoking.
I was thinking about what A said, she said that being in a church scares her because she feels forced to be converted and besides, she said she's sure every religion is good. Hmm... it's quite challenging to share the gospel, especially to someone so intelligent and well-versed with knowledge. One other thing she said was something like, no matter how hard a person works, he/she will never get what she wants. I wanted to rebutt: not so, if the person knows how to be content and if the person has God, he/she has nothing more to 'want.'
But I didn't. Maybe God will open up a way next time.

"But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear."
1 Peter 3:15

Tuesday

This is how it looks like almost everyday during this month when it's about to rain. The weather has been lovely... cool and refreshing; natural air-con in the night!

Monday

Had quite a full day today... went to watch a movie with my mum and walked around P.S. I felt a little like a zombie. The mrt train was packed during peak period and we took the wrong train back home. When the announcer said, 'Aljunied,' my mum and I suddenly realised that we had taken the wrong train. The worst part was, I didn't even observe where I was going when we were at Dhoby Gaut Station, just followed. {note to self: improve on orientation-don't be so blur}

Anyway, I managed to complete a page of this:
(I was really fretting over the sewing of "everyday," felt like giving up...:) well, it turned out ok just that my paper is a little crumpled there. sigh.)


The picture is not so clear so the words and details are not exactly visible (have to work on taking clear pictures).

The words are about a poem written by Helen Steiner Rice.

Thank You, God, for little things
that come unexpectedly
To brighten up a dreary day
that dawned so dismally.
Thank You, God, for sending
a happy thought my way
To blot out my depression
on a disappointing day.
Thank You, God, for brushing
the dark clouds from my mind
And leaving only sunshine
and joy of heart behind.
Oh, God, the list is endless
of things to thank You for
But I take them all for granted
and unconsciously ignore
That everything I think or do,
each movement that I make,
Each measured rhythmic heartbeat,
each breath of life I take
Is something You have given me
for which there is no way
For me in all my smallness
to in any way repay.

Eventful

Music- practice, patience, passion (heh, maybe shall adopt this motto?just came to my mind)

Each day is full, packed. The holiday looks set to be busy, in a different way, not in the sense of a pile of homework to be done anymore but just- eventful. Have been scrapbooking, practicing piano, planning for the coming children's Christmas outreach preparations, going out etc.

Actually, I feel exhausted from all the activities. Exhilarated but yup, just 2 days into the holiday and I'm rather tired. Still, nothing beats the holidays.

Friday the 13th

Yay! 'O' levels is finally over! Thank God for seeing me through the whole time. It's amazing how much I've learnt through the 3 wks... like having faith in Him and depending on His wisdom and not on my own strength... really real. Not forgetting how in times when I panicked, he gave peace. Although, I can't say I feel secure for all the papers but I'm glad for the peace God gave me. Isaiah 12:2 was comforting.

Much to think about this holiday and a time when I can finally do what I enjoy doing and to meet up with friends... most importantly to focus on my walk with God. Today, during cell-group we talked about the 'first fruits' that God has given us and what sacrifice we can make in return that may be painful but that honours God, in other words, a sacrifice that is difficult to make. We drew it out. For me, it's mainly time. I find it extremely hard to sacrifice time for others... too much of the 'me' syndrome like studies etc. So, this holiday will be a good time for me to spend more time with others meaningfully and sincerely. Of course, I think it'll be more difficult next year (God willing) but it's a sacrifice worth making.

Besides that, today is supposedly World Kindness Day. I'm not familiar with all the different kinds of "days" celebrated but this was made all the more prominent because we received 2 packets of instant noodles.

There's so many exciting things to look forward to this holiday...

Whoa, this is an extremely long post... well just one more mundane thing. Recently Fred and I have been intrigued with a spider... actually I found it on the wall and asked him to catch it with some insect container thingy. He has been feeding it with bugs during this rainy season and the spider's what he calls 'cannibalistic.' It is quite interesting to watch how the spider forms its web in the container and sleeps in its home. (a special web corner) I don't exactly like watching the spider eat its prey though... it literally pounces!
one of the unfortunate prey who landed on my table

Another random poem

A wonderful mix
of emotions.

Wonderful? maybe.

A time for decision,
a time to relax,
a time to think,
reflect.

There are moments,
so many wishes.

still growing,
still learning,
still being molded.

Exciting times,
trying times,
sorrowful times,
countless musings...

An eclectic mix.

Thanksgiving

We made it through...(we made it through)
because of You.

This was part of the stanza of the song we sang during prayer meeting. Thank God for bringing me through today, for helping me through this hectic, crazy week. :)

Souvenirs from Vienna

Here are some souvenirs from Vienna! I was fascinated with the chocolate, there were three layers! So was my mum :) she took the pictures of each layer. :D