After our company's appraisal session on Monday, it was self-reflection on the year's main scope of work. Overall, I was very much encouraged by the review and of course, challenged to improve further. Thank God for such understanding and loving authorities, who trust and share, like friends do. I appreciate each of the co-workers, for who they are - special beings who choose to bless others in each of their special ways. Especially those who take extra steps to be honestly themselves, like iron sharpening iron. I would not have improved over the year without you. Thank you for trusting me. I am all in to celebrate our success tomorrow evening!
Perhaps it was the preoccupation in thoughts that I lost focus on my physical surroundings. Is it surprising that it is the first time I did sprain my ankle? For some, sprains and fractures seems like part and parcel, I realised. Haha. Nevertheless, I appreciate the kind advice from friends these few days. I am getting better and faster, taking care not to loss balance in my eager to recover. I shall miss my badminton, swimming, cycling and shopping khakis for at least 2 weeks from now.. *sob* Chinese New Year is coming, you know. I shall be guai and be still..
Thinking forward, this year is going to be exciting I see. Planning ahead: Hoping to take up part-time teaching sessions with TP, make trips to the Philippines and China. Details are yet confirmed and thus the need for patient anticipation. Thanking the Lord for each breathe, each new morning. Each day serves its purpose, and preparations. Reading on Proverbs for much wisdom.
Friday, January 25, 2008
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
'Upgrade'
Yippy! I passed Basic Theory Test for Driving yesterday. Haha. It really felt great to progress ever since failing the first attempt. Never, never study editions dated as far back as 1996 (which was Mum's copy).
These days I hardly had the room to bump around.. due to a deadline coming soon. One highlight of each day -the television programs on TV - the drama series from 9pm, and Coffee Prince (Korean), which never fail to make me crack. Really weird characters and storyline. It is terrible to spend so much time in front of the 'black box'. I should stop once these shows are over.
Is the holiday mood still lingering or just a change of season? I need to get to working gear, to get design ideas flowing. Also, to master guitar this time, pick up some useful cookery basics from Mum, and make the most of my library premium privileges before it expires next month! (Manage to watch DVDs on 'Martin Lurther King', 'Charles Darwin's Bibliography', 'The Mystery of the MegaFlood' last weekend and left with 'The Fall of Communism'.) New year resolutions.
Ohh... and to improve the out-look of my blog. Have been wanting to do so for a long time!
These days I hardly had the room to bump around.. due to a deadline coming soon. One highlight of each day -the television programs on TV - the drama series from 9pm, and Coffee Prince (Korean), which never fail to make me crack. Really weird characters and storyline. It is terrible to spend so much time in front of the 'black box'. I should stop once these shows are over.
Is the holiday mood still lingering or just a change of season? I need to get to working gear, to get design ideas flowing. Also, to master guitar this time, pick up some useful cookery basics from Mum, and make the most of my library premium privileges before it expires next month! (Manage to watch DVDs on 'Martin Lurther King', 'Charles Darwin's Bibliography', 'The Mystery of the MegaFlood' last weekend and left with 'The Fall of Communism'.) New year resolutions.
Ohh... and to improve the out-look of my blog. Have been wanting to do so for a long time!
Saturday, January 5, 2008
My New Year Day + week
A wedding, a funeral and a newborn to mark the beginning of the new year.
Shawn and Adeline shared their romantic moment with everyone who came to witness and bless. The programs were somehow different and interesting. Afterwhich I made a trip very much looked forward, to the botanical garden.
The garden was still as familiar, only that it had a new group of people. I wandered to stumble into new things, and finally settled at a random spot, joining everyone who was scattered over the greens. The after rain set the tone. There was the plea of a young girl asking her dad to have their umbrellas opened beside them (her family) even though the area was already much sheltered with trees (*giggles*). It was kind of funny that she had wanted what seem more like a beach setting. The interesting crowd included some monks who were playing frisbee beside me, having a great time. People blend in perfectly with nature. The magic of a garden is that it accepts behaviours which some other public places do not. I spread out on my shower screen (which was as applicable as a ground sheet) and harmonised with my surroundings. It was a day I thought well-spent, as purposeful as working diligently or helping others - to be heartful of my being.
4th Jan, I attended brother Vincent Tan's funeral at Jelapang. He had departed on new year day, sucumbling to the functional breakdown of his body. The bereaved family members stayed strong with the memories left by the one who had loved. The positive message shared by Elder Chen was edifying, illustrating the better place that had been prepared for those who believe its existance and the One who prepare this place.
I had visited Sister at her in-laws' place yesterday evening. It was great to see her after about 2 months. She is getting better since the birth of Kai Xuan but not enough for her to get around like before. Kai Xuan had grown lovelier; her smiles spreaded from her lovely face to mine. :) I played with her little elder brothers, and was very much entertained by their little talks. Kids. Haha.. I think I am still one.
Shawn and Adeline shared their romantic moment with everyone who came to witness and bless. The programs were somehow different and interesting. Afterwhich I made a trip very much looked forward, to the botanical garden.
The garden was still as familiar, only that it had a new group of people. I wandered to stumble into new things, and finally settled at a random spot, joining everyone who was scattered over the greens. The after rain set the tone. There was the plea of a young girl asking her dad to have their umbrellas opened beside them (her family) even though the area was already much sheltered with trees (*giggles*). It was kind of funny that she had wanted what seem more like a beach setting. The interesting crowd included some monks who were playing frisbee beside me, having a great time. People blend in perfectly with nature. The magic of a garden is that it accepts behaviours which some other public places do not. I spread out on my shower screen (which was as applicable as a ground sheet) and harmonised with my surroundings. It was a day I thought well-spent, as purposeful as working diligently or helping others - to be heartful of my being.
4th Jan, I attended brother Vincent Tan's funeral at Jelapang. He had departed on new year day, sucumbling to the functional breakdown of his body. The bereaved family members stayed strong with the memories left by the one who had loved. The positive message shared by Elder Chen was edifying, illustrating the better place that had been prepared for those who believe its existance and the One who prepare this place.
I had visited Sister at her in-laws' place yesterday evening. It was great to see her after about 2 months. She is getting better since the birth of Kai Xuan but not enough for her to get around like before. Kai Xuan had grown lovelier; her smiles spreaded from her lovely face to mine. :) I played with her little elder brothers, and was very much entertained by their little talks. Kids. Haha.. I think I am still one.
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Curry Week
If I am what I eat, then I think I look like curry now. Green, brown, yellow, red.. I am abstaining from these for at least one month from now. I am serious.
20 Dec to 26 Dec 2007 at Sri Lanka was Mason Works' incentive trip for all staff and family.
To sum it up, it was really great, very honestly. I need time to savour each moment spent with the group, at each hotel and corner visited. Will attach some of the interesting photos soon. Was at Sigiriya rock fortress.
Savouring the nature that Sri Lanka holds, I am just so charmed by the romantic side of God.. How small am I, yet He knows.
20 Dec to 26 Dec 2007 at Sri Lanka was Mason Works' incentive trip for all staff and family.
To sum it up, it was really great, very honestly. I need time to savour each moment spent with the group, at each hotel and corner visited. Will attach some of the interesting photos soon. Was at Sigiriya rock fortress.Savouring the nature that Sri Lanka holds, I am just so charmed by the romantic side of God.. How small am I, yet He knows.
Monday, December 3, 2007
SCSM 2007
My body is aching from the run yesterday and my patience is running from the slow loading needed for each of those photos taken during the run... So if you are free, do take time and enjoy the photos on the website below (Limited time only!!!). And I'm sure that you're also kind to let me know when you do see me.. Hee. Anyone that looks like the girl on the other photos on this blog, I think you will not miss. Short black hair, with spectacles, knee length pants, the same blue adidas gym top, a little 'well-fed' :( , and with ear plugs. Well, I should be smiling all the way. And if you do not know me and doing this favour, a bigger thank you!
Oh BTW - I was running the 10KM-Women's Race. Look out for Evelyn, Jenny Yeong, Kelvin Tan, YongLiang, Pei Yuan, Adrian, Daphne, Jamie, Edmund, HanQiang too! Check out this soon! http://www.adidas.com.sg/marathon2007/
Hey, I had also found my results on the SCSM website:
http://www.runpix.biz/sin07/11/finord.php?LastNameEM=53235
Evelyn, Jenny, Jamie, Daphne did better! Congrats! Haha, means I need to pull up my socks if I plan to compete next year. Or should I have wrote on my card: 'My first and last 10km'. Kidding.
Oh BTW - I was running the 10KM-Women's Race. Look out for Evelyn, Jenny Yeong, Kelvin Tan, YongLiang, Pei Yuan, Adrian, Daphne, Jamie, Edmund, HanQiang too! Check out this soon! http://www.adidas.com.sg/marathon2007/
Hey, I had also found my results on the SCSM website:
http://www.runpix.biz/sin07/11/finord.php?LastNameEM=53235
Evelyn, Jenny, Jamie, Daphne did better! Congrats! Haha, means I need to pull up my socks if I plan to compete next year. Or should I have wrote on my card: 'My first and last 10km'. Kidding.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
This is Life!
Every day had been just so... undescribably awesome.
Fulfilling. Abundant. Abiding. Overflowing. Totally Awed?
No words. Simply beyond description. :)
Since early November, there had been so many people gatherings (which are not all recorded) :
met many of my relatives I hardly knew over the years at my paternal and maternal cousins' weddings, then welcoming the new entrys of new relatives;
bowling and dinner at Allan's yacht club - delicious seafood BBQ and getting to enjoy the fellowship of the worshipper's club;
attended An Ding's baptism pior their return back to China end of the month (Luo Yun was there as well) afterwhich joined Sean, Esmer and FangBao at East Coast Park for cycling (it was the first time ever that Esmer cycled! That was real cool, thanks to Sean's hard pedalling infront of their double bicycle. Haha!);
Catch Andy Chee (for lunch on Sunday after service) who stopped by Singapore for a short while; Swam with Teresa;
Listened to Sherin's awesome research and spiritual journey;
Felt happy on WeiXiang's first day at Ritz Carlton (his vacation job, and it's at my favourite hotel!);
Dumpling Party at Mervyn's place as farewell for AnDing and LuoYun; afterwhich joined the Pictionary party at ShuJun's place (I enjoyed myself so much that I plan to get pictionary too!);
Went swimming with colleague Sukey nearby our new office;
Attended Thanksgiving Worship Service at Geylang Chinese Methodist Church with Habitat for Humanity Singapore - it was great catching up with the thankful bunch;
Today Biaoge's 'last English class' before he leaves for Kazahkstan; it was wonderful learning English in a new different way with the students, using Rick Warren's 40 Days of Purpose Driven Life book. Went for Enchanted with Gee Wee and totally enjoy the company and the movie. Bought a mosquito helicopter for Christmas and meant it as a mystery gift to the fun-at-hearts in the family (Shh..Do not tell my mother yet, okay?)
GOSH, I am overwhelmed. Do not worry, it is not 'overloaded'. Wish there is time to explain all.. the emotions, thoughts and joy.. However, I am exhausted from all these. I shall leave this blog as it is now... Oh GOD, I am so sleepy now.
Fulfilling. Abundant. Abiding. Overflowing. Totally Awed?
No words. Simply beyond description. :)
Since early November, there had been so many people gatherings (which are not all recorded) :
met many of my relatives I hardly knew over the years at my paternal and maternal cousins' weddings, then welcoming the new entrys of new relatives;
bowling and dinner at Allan's yacht club - delicious seafood BBQ and getting to enjoy the fellowship of the worshipper's club;
attended An Ding's baptism pior their return back to China end of the month (Luo Yun was there as well) afterwhich joined Sean, Esmer and FangBao at East Coast Park for cycling (it was the first time ever that Esmer cycled! That was real cool, thanks to Sean's hard pedalling infront of their double bicycle. Haha!);
Catch Andy Chee (for lunch on Sunday after service) who stopped by Singapore for a short while; Swam with Teresa;
Listened to Sherin's awesome research and spiritual journey;
Felt happy on WeiXiang's first day at Ritz Carlton (his vacation job, and it's at my favourite hotel!);
Dumpling Party at Mervyn's place as farewell for AnDing and LuoYun; afterwhich joined the Pictionary party at ShuJun's place (I enjoyed myself so much that I plan to get pictionary too!);
Went swimming with colleague Sukey nearby our new office;
Attended Thanksgiving Worship Service at Geylang Chinese Methodist Church with Habitat for Humanity Singapore - it was great catching up with the thankful bunch;
Today Biaoge's 'last English class' before he leaves for Kazahkstan; it was wonderful learning English in a new different way with the students, using Rick Warren's 40 Days of Purpose Driven Life book. Went for Enchanted with Gee Wee and totally enjoy the company and the movie. Bought a mosquito helicopter for Christmas and meant it as a mystery gift to the fun-at-hearts in the family (Shh..Do not tell my mother yet, okay?)
GOSH, I am overwhelmed. Do not worry, it is not 'overloaded'. Wish there is time to explain all.. the emotions, thoughts and joy.. However, I am exhausted from all these. I shall leave this blog as it is now... Oh GOD, I am so sleepy now.
Friday, November 2, 2007
Shifting our second home
The 'last' lunch (which I recall to be also the first lunch I had on my first day with Mason) - Salted vegetable, stewed peanuts and pig's intestines from Yong bak kut teh stall at Mohammad Sultan Road was eaten in reminiscence. The office is shifting to Alexandra Road within hours and I simply had no mood but to wait for time to pass quickly. Looking forward to the new location!
Goodbye, Kim Yam. I will bring along the memories of this shophouse; interesting neighbours with their cigars, black dresses and suits, japanese cusine, beers, music (and residents, together with their animals and plants); dust and noise from surrounding constructions (3 different condominium sites, by the way); extended area including Mohd Sultan, UE square, Liang Court, Clark Quay; Killiney Road, Singtel canteen, Orchard Road - the routes my feet covered.. And the spiritual journey I treaded in parallel time.
Goodbye, Kim Yam. I will bring along the memories of this shophouse; interesting neighbours with their cigars, black dresses and suits, japanese cusine, beers, music (and residents, together with their animals and plants); dust and noise from surrounding constructions (3 different condominium sites, by the way); extended area including Mohd Sultan, UE square, Liang Court, Clark Quay; Killiney Road, Singtel canteen, Orchard Road - the routes my feet covered.. And the spiritual journey I treaded in parallel time.
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