Women Of Destiny

I've been extremely happy this few days, not to mention the fact that its Chinese New Year too. =)

Like what my family have been doing every year, we headed off to Malaysia! But this year was a bit different for us. We made a stop at my auntie's house first, then from there, we went to Malaysia. The thing is, i get to spend time quality time with my wonderful nephew and niece, Douglas and Faith. We watched Monster Inc. on the car and laughed over the funny characters. Just recalling it made me feel so much younger!! They are really intelligent too, very unlike me when i was their age =)

Like what my family have been doing every year, we reached Johor at around 10pm and waited for the fireworks put up by our neighbours. (Putting up fireworks are illegal, especially when people put up those mega loud and brights one, its actually easier for them to be caught, but....the people do get away with it..) But this year was different. It rained. So there were no fireworks. All the kids, including me, were quite disappointed. Yet, because of the rain, all of us stayed inside and we get to catch up with one another. Like, I know how my cousin is doing in school and how their curriculum is getting heavier. He is doing 11 subjects. Like, i talked to my cousin's husband, who i now know is a very funny person.

Also, there are new additions to the family. Or should, i say they've grown since they were still very tiny last year. And OMGosh they are so cute and adorable and pinch-able and delicious-looking. I totally changed my opinion towards children..especially after my another nephew and niece arrived the following day, which is a 初一. Since both of them were breed and born in the States, they have this cute accent when they talk. I had this conversation with one of them.

Abby: I love princesses! [In Disneyland] We watched the princess parade. I love Santa Claus too! *Giggle*

Me: But Santa Claus is not a princess.......

Abby: *burst into fits of laughter*

Me: And he doesnt wear a dress......

Abby: *Laughter goes on...*

Now, the real reason i'm feeling so happy is not because i feel younger when i play with them, and definitely nothing to do with the hongbaos i'm receiving, its the family warmth i can practically sense covering the entire house. Seeing them enjoying themselves, laughing over lame jokes, kids bickering over toys and stuffing their faces with food just fills me up with happiness and bliss. The feeling is that great. =)

I'm already looking forward to our next gathering.

Jo

I went back today immediately before my GP lesson starts.

And i met an Angel today on the bus journey there. Actually i was very unsure where to alight, so i was looking around for an obvious sign of the building. Again, i was so sian having to stay alert, i decided to ask the auntie beside me.

Me: *tap tap* Do you know where is SGH?

Auntie: All the way to the interchange, then you can take shuttle bus then you can alight along one of the many stops...

Me: *speechless* How do you know?

Auntie: Im going there too.

...Ya. On both ocassions, i had someone to follow to get to the place =)

Anyway, my uncle had already completed his scope test for checking of his lungs and was resting. And he is looking so much better than yesterday!

Though, i must comment, the hospital is soooooo inefficient. The test was done only after so many days that he was warded.

ok! that's all for today! My math revisions are calling for me...........

Signing off and still praying hard,
Jo

hehe, yea (: i bet this is the first time u see me posting xD haha. yea...i enjoyed myself alot thats for sure. except the company of the insects and all the other rubbish. haha. okay, im so lame. xD.

ELLYN ♥

Yesterday night, i was going to sleep early, with the rest of my family members, so that i can be in my top form for today's paper! (Which didnt went well......)

When I hear someone comment that being a mother and homemaker is boring, I have a simple response: You’re right!

The truth is, almost any occupation – telephone operator, pathologist, lawyer or dentist – requires long hours of tedious activity. Few of us enjoy heart-thumping excitement every moment of our professional lives.

I once stayed in a hotel room next to the room of a famous cellist who was performing in a classical concert that evening.

I could hear him through the walls as he practiced for hours. He didn’t play beautiful symphonic renditions – he repeated scales and exercise, over and over. He began early in the morning and continued until it was time to go on stage.

As he stepped onto the stage that night, I’m sure many in the audience thought to themselves:” What a glamorous life he must lead!”

Some glamour! I happen to know how he had spent the entire day in his lonely hotel room with his cello.

I doubt that being a mother and homemaker is more boring than most other jobs. As for the importance of the assignment, I believe that no job can compete with the satisfaction of moulding & guiding a child.
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Cynthia: Do you like what you're doing (E.g. working, attending CCAs, studying, Basketball training, reading Psalms, attend cell group, go SOL etc etc)? Yes/No/Not Really? If No/Not Really.... Do you then know why you're still doing what you're doing? WITH THE END IN MIND, things could sometimes be much clearer & makes more sense.
Studying - Teaching us to use our brains & equipping us with knowledge
Working - To earn a living & provide for our families & a kick start in our career life
All things related to church - To help us know God & develop a real relationship with Him. Knowing how much He loves us & the destiny He has in mind for us!

Luv Cynthia

I noticed that about your message so i never read them, haha.

Very happy that you are in the best class, Bel. No matter how boring or dead your classmates are or whatever class that you are in, you should still concentrate on your studies. Hmmm, if you are still in Sec 1, i would suggest to you: play! =)

However, that does not mean you cant continue playing when you are in Sec 2. You can, but remember to clear your doubts and any topics which you dont understand with your teachers. ITS VERY IMPORTANT!

That year, that i was in Sec 2, was my most memorable and happiest period of my life. So far. My friends and i were a total havoc. Anyway, i did study when it comes to exams and didnt end up in a class that was too bad. =) Just that i really regret i didnt set my foundations too well when i was in sec 3 and suffered quite alot when its comes to O levels. Nevermind that now.

I had bball training today! Realised how much i talked about bball-related stuff whenever i blog. Surprisely, very very unlike any other normal days, i was totally psyched up about the training. About 15 mins into the session, there was slight drizzling. We continued, thinking it will go away. Then, rain started to pour.

BUMMER! We totally had to stop. No excuse not to, because our school compound is VERY lightning-proned. We went to the canteen where all the pull-up bars are and did assisted pull-ups. I cant even pull myself up even with the help.

Training ended early at 6 and i went off to meet Louisa, Yong Xin and Wendi at Orchard. ( Just some introduction: They are my secondary school mates, we are very very close friends.)

We were walking when suddenly i had this crazy thought of going for a plastic surgery. It is so common in Korea that girls are getting insured so that when they reach the age of 18, they would have the money to go under the knife. I mean who wouldnt want to look wonderful? Of course, i definitely wouldnt not go for it, its just a passing thought. But being brought up in such a cruel and visual society, it is not hard to notice that the society values the beautiful looking people much more than the average looking ones. Its upsetting but that's true. Even we, ourselves, judge people by their appearances faster than they talk. It is also scientifically proven that the better looking people are more successful in life than others - http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7420983/, which i think is not very reliable..

God made us and in His eyes, we are BEAUTIFUL as who we are, and that we should not change it to what we ourselves think is better looking. It is not always about looks. You cant have a pretty shell but NOTHING inside right? Like the old old old saying which can never be wrong, inner beauty is still the best and it last forever! It brings out the beauty in YOU.

Alright! I'm very glad to see that Annabel have heeded my commitment advise and started to blog. WHAT ABOUT THE OTHERS?

Signing off,

Joanne (always 17!)

Arise warriors arise!

A four-year-old boy was finally put into time-out after battling with his mother. "Sit in that chair until the timer goes off," the mother said in frustration. The boy sat down, fearing greater punishment, but said, "Okay, Mommy. I'm sitting on the outside, but I'm standing up on the inside!"

Last weekend wasn't fantastic. Had a misunderstand that lead to much frustration & anguish. Half of me was battling to do the right thing, the other part of me offered nice little excuses & reasons not to. Put it simply I felt lousy & defeated. Yucky yucks feeling.

After a while of self pity & guilt I woke up one morning with this sudden thought that popped in my head. "You're a warrior. Warriors fight, warriors emerge victorious."

Woah woah woah. It's pretty amazing. As suddenly as it came I suddenly realized that though I was a warrior on the outside (My church's theme for 2007 is everyone of us are warriors of light) but really inside of me I wasn't one.

Well whimpy warrior no more. And my favourite female warrior is non other than Hua Mu Lan! Yeah! Arise warriors arise! THIS IS THE YEAR OF VICTORY! *Cynthia

"WinDz: Hey, haven't visited for a longggg time . Didn't know you were married ! xDDD"

I had a minor shock then burst into laughter when I saw the tag from an ex-student! (Hey there WinDz no offence eh to use your tag as a story! I'm inspired that's all! :P)

Eventually I'll be married WinDz but currently I'm not a Mrs yet!!! :) So who are these people calling me mummy. I'm not into adoption either. keke! I've to do a bit of history digging here. These are my extremely close bunch of church mates. So close that we're "related" literally.

My friend invited me to a Christian rally years ago and there was no looking back. From someone who disliked anything related to Christians previously somehow I became more open to going church. It must be a miracle. A good miracle at that! Started attending church with Penny & that girl wanted to join a cell group! OMG she actually called church to asked how to join one. Anyway being good frens that's how I got dragged into one. *But heys Penny dear, thanks!!

In church I've a spiritual family & belong to one. My spiritual "mother" Serene is a lovely mum! I've learnt so much from her. She'll always avail herself to listen when I'm troubled. Best of all, she believed in me even when I don't myself.

From a shy, suspicious, angry, uptight person. I'm glad to say I'm much happier, more confident, learning to trust & enjoy having some lame & fun now. Thanks be to God! Who loves us & has a wonderful plan for each of our lives.