Saturday, December 29, 2007

I have always wanted to sit in a cafe and read a book.
And I finally found the courage to do it.
No mean feat. Haha..

I checked myself in to Starbucks after dinner today.
Ordered Mango Passion Fruit and a chocolate cake.
And immediately got lost in a book that I have enjoyed thoroughly.

"The Glass Castle" - a memoir by Jeannette Walls.
An interesting book about a dyfunctional family.
And what has happened in the growing up years of the four siblings and their parents.

Lovely book.
It took me less than 3 days to finish it.
Now I can start the next book.

Posted by missyew at 11:54 PM

Finally, the last of my birthday celebration ended yesterday.

Posted by missyew at 9:43 AM

Thursday, December 27, 2007

A friend sent me this video (tks Mr Tung).
It blows my mind away.
What a wonderful God we have.

Posted by missyew at 10:39 AM

Tuesday, December 25, 2007

I have been spending alot of $$ on books lately.
I have bought 6 books so far, just over the last 3 days.
Got another 2 books for my birthday.
Have another 4 books waiting for me to finish reading (I have started a few chapters each).
So all in all, 12 books.

I know I will be kept very busy during this short holiday break.
And I am enjoying every bit of it.
I am determined to pack a book or two and head down to a cafe and read them while sipping my favourite drink.

My love for words started in my ITE days.
I don't speak very good English then (not that I speak very well now. Haha).
Fortunately, I got to know four very "ang-moh" frens.
For a while, I felt intimidated in front of them.
Yet, I am captivated by their use of the English language.
And I knew that one day, I want to be able to speak like them.

Knowing my limitations, my friends didnt tease me.
In fact, I recall fondly, how they often encouraged and praised me when I speak good English.
That somehow, motivated me and begin my love relationship with words and reading.

The most important advice I got from my friends is never to fear speaking up or make mistakes and to put new words/phrases that I learnt into immediate use whenever I can.
And it has produces positive results over the years.

I am encouraged by feedback from friends who read my prayer letters.
That I have a interesting way of expressing myself and they have enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it.
Maybe one day, when I retire, I shall write a book.
Haha.

Dear God, thank you for giving me the capacity and ability to read and recognise words.
Words are such important part of our life.
They are the means by which we communicate with one another and with You.
Help me not to take this ability for granted but to use it wisely and meaningfully.

Posted by missyew at 9:53 PM

Happy birthday to U.
Happy birthday to U.
Happy birthday to Jesus.
Happy birthday to Uuuuuuuuu!!!!

Thank God for Jesus!

Posted by missyew at 10:44 AM

Sunday, December 23, 2007

It's my birthday today.
Yes, I am getting older today.
Nothing spectacular happens.
But lots of well-meaning and thotful wishes from friends old and new.
I was really very touched.

Received gifts from unexpected friends too.
Very thotful and generous gifts.
Had a mini-celebration with my church frens, kiddos and my family.

Thank God for the following for their smses, calls, wishes and presents..

Jun Hao, Candy, Timothy, Karen, Judy, KFJ kids, Francis G, Kien, Yuxian, Ilango, Yuying, Juli & Darren, Christine P, Leong Keng, Zhen Long, Fooklin, Yun Yun, Lai Family, Alan, Sherlyn, Gladys L, Jen & Family, Ivy, Adeline, Julie, Sueanne, Agnes, Pat, Jane & Clifford, Gek Im & Francis, Sylvia, kiddos, Kenneth L, Romans, Eyo Family, Joanne Tai, Xin Zi, Sam H, Sam L & Family, May, Eddie, Zhihao, Victor L, Lyon, Moo Dean, XL & MD, Louis, Iris, Jolene T, Ben, Eliot, Yuting, 3rd aunt ... and of course my own family

I like this particular phrase I saw in a birthday card.
"Our life is God's gift to us.
How we live our life is our gift back to God"
How true.
I thank God for giving me 35 years to live.
How He has blessed me with much more than I deserve.
I really want to live my life well, as a gift back to Him.

Happee Birthday to meeee!!! =p

Posted by missyew at 8:44 PM

Thursday, December 20, 2007

Posted by missyew at 10:36 AM

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Personal DNA Personality Test from Facebook

ABOUT MYSELF
As a DESIGNER, you are receptive to ideas and experiences, and enjoy the beautiful things in life, yet you are also grounded and realistic about yourself and the world.

You have a quiet appreciation for beauty in all its forms – in nature, in people, and in human creations from architecture to movies.

Instead of only focusing on functionality, you try to incorporate your good sense of style and taste into your choices.

At times you feel unsure of yourself, especially when confronted by other people.

You aren't the kind of person who insists on having things your way all the time – you are willing to go along with other people's opinions, even if you disagree.

Others may not know this about you, but you are very interested in new ideas, thoughts, expressions, and experiences. You enjoy learning and trying new things.

Although you are practical, you are anything but boring – you have depths to you that others cannot see.

The idea of doing the same thing every day for the rest of your life scares you – you need more excitement and challenge than that!

You have a remarkable eye for detail and precision, noticing things that others miss.

You're not one to force your positions on a group, and you tend to be fair in evaluating different options.

You prefer to have time to plan for things, feeling better with a schedule than with keeping plans up in the air until the last minute.

You have a strong sense of style and value your personal presentation - friends may even seek your style advice from time to time.

Generally, you believe that you control your life, and that external forces only play a limited role in determining what happens to you.

It is quite true for most of the statements. Wow. Isn't that scary how a simple test can tell so much about me?? Isn't it more amazing that the One who made me, formed me this way?

HOW I RELATE TO OTHERS

Your awareness of those around you, along with your nuanced perceptions of the world at large, makes you the GENEROUS person that you are.

You value time to yourself and understand how rich your private world can be—you know that you don't have to go wild to have a good time.

You are excited and energized by ideas and often enjoy things more through observation than through experience.

This tendency gives you an appreciation for different perspectives and opinions about the world.

Being as aware of others as you are doesn't mean you find it easy to trust them immediately—this is something that happens more slowly for you.

Despite this, you are aware of the complexities of many situations and are reluctant to pass judgments on others.

Although you have fewer friendships than some people, those that you have are meaningful and are important to you.

You value spending time alone—it is while reflecting on the world around you that you often learn something new about yourself or begin to understand something that's been bothering you.

These above are equally true. Amazing. All of us are wonderfully and fearfully made by God!!

Posted by missyew at 12:11 AM

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Now I know why I am feeling so sick.
The verdict is out.
Stomach flu.
Doc say got a bit of fever.
And aching is a sign of getting the flu bug.

After taking 4 different types of tablets
I still dont feel too well.
The back of my neck still aches.
I had problem turning my head.
It hurts when I have to stretch it.
Sigh.

Posted by missyew at 11:20 PM

Monday, December 17, 2007

Sick today.
Since yesterday actually.
My body getting warmer, weak and tired (yawn umpteen times).

Slept for half an hour after I returned home from shopping
(sigh, didnt manage to do any christmas shopping).
Took two panadol.
Vomitted.
The body just don't feel right.
I have to cover myself with the blanket.

Today didnt manage to go to work.
The head still feel heavy.
Body still weak.
My neck still aches.

Ooh, wrong time to fall sick.
Got two events coming up.
God, make me well soon.

Posted by missyew at 1:25 PM

Saturday, December 15, 2007

Received my first batches of presents today at CYM gathering.
So touched.
So moved.
So blessed.
Thanks to all my dear friends for your gifts, cards and friendships.

The food was fantastic.
The fellowship was great too.
Make new friends.
Renew old ties.

Then we heard each other's thanksgiving for the year.
How life was sometimes hard for some and good for others.
But our spirit was not dampened.
As we ended with yum seng for a better 2008.

Next stop will be at my house.
Next year.


Celebrated my birthday with Dec babies,
Gladys and baby Timothy (not in photo).

Posted by missyew at 11:38 PM

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Posted by missyew at 9:19 PM

I am reading "Living on the Ragged Edge" by Charles Swindoll now.
Interesting book.
It's supposed to be meant for those who are dying to know the ultimate secret for the 'good life'.
For those who want to know how to find joy and peace in this world that has gone mad.
A very down-to-earth book that draws lesson from Ecclesiastes.

An excerpt..

(page 105)
"And then comes what our generation has termed the "midlife crisis". This has been described as a time of intense personal evaluation, when frightening and disturbing thoughts surge through the mind. We start questioning who we are and why we are here and why everything matters so much. It is a period of self-doubt and disenchantment with everything - everything familiar and stable. The mind plays tricks on us. We entertain terrifying thoughts that can't be admitted or revealed even to those closest to us. And, I repeat, our loneliness borders the unbearable."

It is exactly how I am feeling now, unfortunately.

(page 140)
"What in the world is a vow if it isn't a commitment to accountability? What is a commitment if it isn't saying to our heavenly Father and to others, "I will carry this out, painful and difficult though it may be." Be careful about relieving all commitments so that you can be "free". That's dangerous. It is also unbiblical.

Don't decide now and deny later. Don't allow yourself to worm out of something you once took seriously in the presence of God. You haven't the right to say..

"You know what? Uh..that..commitment back then was a mistake"
"I was pretty young back then. I guess it's what you'd call a 'youthful mistake'"

This is exactly what puzzled me - why we can be flippant with our promises.

Posted by missyew at 8:39 PM

Sunday, December 09, 2007

Thank God for special friends.
December friends.
Soon we will have to welcome 2 new additions to the gang.

Thanks guys for your sharing and encouragement.
And the early birthday gifts.

Wenxing, Peiyun, Zhihao, Mingde, Xiaoling,
Ruth and me at The Pizza Place, Raffles City.

Posted by missyew at 11:16 PM

Tuesday, December 04, 2007

Move On...Moving...Moved On

It gets harder and harder.
Sigh.
Especially when I found out about it.
Why? Why? Why?
I really can't do it.
Why? Why? Why?

Posted by missyew at 4:01 PM

Monday, December 03, 2007

I was crying quite badly at yesterday's service.
I was very touched by one of the song that we sang
(I cant even remember the title of the song now).
It says something like "In all seasons, I will still love You.."
It just brought me to tears.

Images just flashed across my mind.
Those seasons when I felt lost, confused, disillusioned, hurt and betrayed.
Those times when I felt like giving up, even my own life.
Because what I am going through has become too overwhelmed for myself.
But it is also those same moments that I knew I have to turn to God.
Those same moments where God has always remained by my side.
I dont know what I will ever do without Him.

Then I remember those seasons when I felt most loved, cared for and protected.
Those moments when God knew what I needed and sent them.
Friends who called and caught up with me over meals.
Friends who encourages and cheers me on.
Friends who were just there for me.

Someone told me today that I am very fortunate to be surrounded by so many friends who loved me.
I was?
Yes I am.
Perhaps I have failed to look around me.
Failed to be thankful.
For helps given to me in times of need.
For all the wonderful time I had with my friends.
For friends who bothered about me more than I bothered about them.

God, thank you for never leaving me alone.
For being there for me in all seasons of my life.
Forgive me that I have become inward looking when I should be looking up and around me.

Thank you for sending me friends, wonderful sisters and brothers.
Thank you for telling me through them how much I am being loved.

Help me dear Lord to look at my abundance and not my lack.
Help me to move on and not dwell on my past.
Help me to surrender my life into Your loving hands.


Thank you Ben for bringing so much comfort to my broken soul.


Thank you kiddos for making Sunday such a enjoyable day.


Thank you Rhys for making me laugh.

Many thanks to those who make my day..
Thanks Ilango for the nite out - it felt so good to be silly sometimes.
Thanks Irene for the early birthday treat - your company always brings a smile to my heart.
Thanks Eugene for the lunch - it always refreshes my soul talking to you.
Thanks Victor for your email - your prayers and concerns are very much appreciated.
Thanks Eddie for the strudel & waffle - thank God for re-connecting us.
Thanks Desmond for subway - old friends are for keeps.
Thanks Mabel, Lindia & Yuying for the dinner dates - meeting up with you gals has always been a highlight.
Thanks Agnes for being there - i know i always have a fren near enough for me.
Thanks Julie, Gerald & Roland - your smses on God's word always keep me grounded.
Thanks Ivy for the rides - you have been a very great encourager to me on this journey on earth.
Thanks Pat for your example - your kindheartedness and love for the kids are an inspiration to me.
Thanks Adeline for your concern - i have always enjoyed our small talks along the corridor.
Thanks Huiying for your little gifts - your cards/calls/smses are great perks for my day.
Thanks Sherlyn for your encouragement - it gives me courage to go about my day knowing someone is on her knees.
Thanks Louis for your sharing - it's gd to hv someone to talk to.
Thanks Jasmine for your counsel - it helps me see where I have gone wrong and what I should have done better.
Thanks Sylvia for your support - you have been like a spiritual mentor to me.
Thanks James & Puay Eng and Clifford & Jane for your love - I thank God for extended family like you both
Thanks mummies in church for your "courage" - in trusting me with your kids.
Thanks to the kiddo in church - life has become much colorful with you all.

And many many more...

Posted by missyew at 5:12 PM

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