Like many of my peers, the insurmountable workload is taking a toll on my health.
Sunday, September 09, 2012
Her love is faithful /// 8:56 PM
It's the time of the year again, where my mummy's age increased by yet another digit.
"I just turned 51 today," she proudly told church members when they realised that it was her birthday today.
I'm so grateful that God has given and blessed my sister and I with such a strong, self-sacrificial and caring mum who exhibits true beauty both inside out. Little things, she does, displays her love for her children. Every morning, on the ironing board sits a cup of honey water to energise me for the entire day.
Just moments ago, over dinner in Kopitiam (her favourite eatery, besides Ajisen), she was talking about how God has been good to her and how her health has been improving. And i noticed how her eyes sparkle and her voice is just so full of conviction. Little things.
I thank you, Mum for being such a positive role model to Jean and I. All these years, it hasn't been easy for you, who singlehandedly brought up two naughty little girls and saw us through our university days. Thank you for forgiving me whenever I get frustrated and failed to put myself in your shoes. Thank you for calling me when I'm in school every single day to ask me whether I've taken my meals. It serves to remind me of how concerned you are, and that despite how busy work is, I am in your prayers and thoughts.
Thank you Mother.
I really hope the saying "like mother, like daughter" holds true to a huge extent:)
Happy 51st Birthday!
Thursday, September 06, 2012
Safe and sound /// 12:33 AM
Another sweet soulful song.
Wednesday, September 05, 2012
Tender Reverance /// 1:37 AM
Been feeling pretty down and frustrated.
But right now, I'm so delighted at how much I've been hearing from God.
He led me to realise that I'm a sinner and I need to draw closer to Christ; that there is still so much I have to learn in order to fully depend on Him. I'm not at all perfect and still make many foolish choices. However, instead of spending time worrying, the answer to every issue and difficult choices that I face may be found through cultivating a deeper intimacy with Him.
That He is all that mattered.
Next comes the question. How am I going to make changes to my life that may help me get to know Christ better? It comes from getting to know His Word better. That doesn't mean just reading the bible and the daily routine of doing QT, but rather, understanding the entire Bible on a deeper level and making practical changes to my lifestyle, i.e. intentionally setting aside even up to a full hour to just read and enjoy His Word. This is definitely gonna be hard, but it's worth the effort.
"Every challenge is an opportunity to grow closer to Him,
Every triumph is an opportunity to praise Him,
And every moment is rich with the privilege of loving and worshiping our previous Heavenly Father.
If gold lies just over yonder, then,
As heavenly miners,
Yonder is where we must go."
- Leslie Ludy in Authentic Beauty
Lord, please fill my mind and heart with Your Word:)
Hearing the rhythm of the pitter and patter on the window tells me that i'm gonna have a blissful rest tonight. Time for bed!
Monday, September 03, 2012
Energy = mc square /// 1:21 AM
A dear friend just left my house after having completed her work due tomorrow.
Gotta start on a reading for a tutorial before heading to bed since my tutor tends to throw questions my way.
"The Lord is my strength and my shield;
in Him my heart trusts, and I am helped;
my heart exults..." - Psalm 28:7
