Three days ago, on the way to school, I saw an injured kingfisher. It was very colourful. Then, I saw a lady try to pick it up to bring it home. Turns out, she was the mother of one of my classmates and guess what she gave it to eat?
Nuts.
In the end, it died.
Written by: Ruth
Friday, April 21, 2017
Sunday, April 09, 2017
Kim: Our Salad Dinner
Did I tell you that our family likes salad? It's a meal we will try to have at least every fortnight if not weekly.
Yesterday I had chance to go marketing since I didn't have to start work early I found the various vegetables category very cheap:
2 bundles of coral lettuce for less than $2, same promotion for the broccoli as well. All in our salad costs us less than $10 in total.
Since I was working I got Daniel to prepare the salad for dinner and here it is...a BIG salad dinner!!
Monday, March 20, 2017
Ruth: A Musical Conversation
A few weeks ago, our family went out to visit one of our grandmothers. On the way back, we saw the most hilarious sight. There was a man wearing enormous sunglasses and was leaning on the payphone making a call. It was not the sunglasses that was funny, it was the fact that he was SINGING IN THE TELEPHONE! He was singing,
"BABY!
DO YOU REMEMBER!?
I FORGOT TO REMEMBER. OH!
I FORGOT TO REMEMBER!"
Our whole family was making a great effort not to laugh. I managed to smother some giggles, but that meant that I still laughed a bit. It was a good thing that the man did not see us. It was a real funny experience and our family had some great big laughs over it.
Written by: Ruth
"BABY!
DO YOU REMEMBER!?
I FORGOT TO REMEMBER. OH!
I FORGOT TO REMEMBER!"
Our whole family was making a great effort not to laugh. I managed to smother some giggles, but that meant that I still laughed a bit. It was a good thing that the man did not see us. It was a real funny experience and our family had some great big laughs over it.
Written by: Ruth
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Rachel: An Eggcellent Question
The morning scene in our house on Saturday will see most of us bustling about in the kitchen preparing breakfast. Given the limited space we have, it is normal to take turns preparing the different items on our breakfast menu. The one consistent necessity that all of us would include in our individual breakfast menu?: Eggs
Whether poached, soft-boiled, fried, boiled or scrambled, we'd either use a steel cup, or a frying pan to achieve the desired result. This same frying pan can be used to boil noodles as well. Hence should two people want to use it for different purposes, it is only natural that they take turns.
This morning saw a similar situation, where I was waiting for my father to finish frying his eggs in the frying pan. I had already started to boil my eggs in the steel cup and needed the frying pan to cook noodles. When he was done, I happily started taking over and was going through the motions when he suddenly looked over my shoulder and proceeded to deliver the funniest line of the morning in the most sincerely worried, and serious tone.
He said, "What are you doing? Are you going to fry your boiled eggs?"
Whether poached, soft-boiled, fried, boiled or scrambled, we'd either use a steel cup, or a frying pan to achieve the desired result. This same frying pan can be used to boil noodles as well. Hence should two people want to use it for different purposes, it is only natural that they take turns.
This morning saw a similar situation, where I was waiting for my father to finish frying his eggs in the frying pan. I had already started to boil my eggs in the steel cup and needed the frying pan to cook noodles. When he was done, I happily started taking over and was going through the motions when he suddenly looked over my shoulder and proceeded to deliver the funniest line of the morning in the most sincerely worried, and serious tone.
He said, "What are you doing? Are you going to fry your boiled eggs?"
Friday, March 17, 2017
Ruth: A Glorious Day
Today was a glorious day.
At 6.30, I woke up and went for a walk with Papa. We went to the park. On the way there, we saw a big, black, dog across the street. At first, I thought I saw something moving there. I thought it was a cat, but turns out, it was a dog! Papa told me so.
You see, I am shortsighted, so I cannot see things across the street (without my glasses) of course.
Anyway, when we arrived at the park, we saw a guy with an inflatable canoe! It was pretty cool. Then, we walked around a bit and saw some friends of Papa's. We talked for quite a bit. Then, after hearing and seeing a white rooster go, "Cock-a-doodle-doo!" twice, we went home.
We had the most wonderful breakfast. Delicious crispy waffles made by Papa! I cut my waffle in half. On one half, I spread some butter and jam. It was nice and sweet. On the other, I spread some savoury herb cream cheese. YUM! It was delicious, as you can see from the, "YUM!".
In the afternoon, Papa took us to the arcade in Tampines Century Square. It was AWFULLY LOUD! But, it was great fun. We played a shooting game and a racing car game. My car kept crashing into just about everything! Still, I was pretty good at it! Then, after 1 hour of games and loud blaring music, sorry no, noise, we came home with Mommy. We had pasta for dinner and then I had some ice cream.
Now I have a pretty sore finger and it wants to sleep. Well, good night!
Written by: Ruth
At 6.30, I woke up and went for a walk with Papa. We went to the park. On the way there, we saw a big, black, dog across the street. At first, I thought I saw something moving there. I thought it was a cat, but turns out, it was a dog! Papa told me so.
You see, I am shortsighted, so I cannot see things across the street (without my glasses) of course.
Anyway, when we arrived at the park, we saw a guy with an inflatable canoe! It was pretty cool. Then, we walked around a bit and saw some friends of Papa's. We talked for quite a bit. Then, after hearing and seeing a white rooster go, "Cock-a-doodle-doo!" twice, we went home.
We had the most wonderful breakfast. Delicious crispy waffles made by Papa! I cut my waffle in half. On one half, I spread some butter and jam. It was nice and sweet. On the other, I spread some savoury herb cream cheese. YUM! It was delicious, as you can see from the, "YUM!".
In the afternoon, Papa took us to the arcade in Tampines Century Square. It was AWFULLY LOUD! But, it was great fun. We played a shooting game and a racing car game. My car kept crashing into just about everything! Still, I was pretty good at it! Then, after 1 hour of games and loud blaring music, sorry no, noise, we came home with Mommy. We had pasta for dinner and then I had some ice cream.
Now I have a pretty sore finger and it wants to sleep. Well, good night!
Written by: Ruth
Friday, March 10, 2017
Rachel: Unfulfilled cravings?
I turned to my brother and said:
"Reuben, I need something light, sweet, cold, numerous, non-filling, non-fattening, and... basically something within these criteria."
"How about Milo?"
"But that's fattening..."
"Oh."
He looked at me and gave up.
"Reuben, I need something light, sweet, cold, numerous, non-filling, non-fattening, and... basically something within these criteria."
"How about Milo?"
"But that's fattening..."
"Oh."
He looked at me and gave up.
Monday, March 06, 2017
Kim: Family Prayer Corner
Last night our family started a prayer wall. After some discussion everyone unanimously agreed that the wall next to my bed would be the most ideal. It is unoccupied and it is at a private corner away from public eyes.
All of us will write the prayer items on our very own Post-It sticky notes and paste them on the prayer wall.
And there is no coincidence that we saw 3M whiteboard film in the bookstore in the early afternoon and now we know that it can be used for our prayer wall.
So it will be Post-it sticky notes on a Post-it whiteboard film.
Our first family prayer meeting will start the very next Sunday at 8pm. Each of us will pick a few prayer items and pray over them and all of us pray at the same time in my bed.
A family that stays together ought to pray together often. It is easier than to find our individual support somewhere else.
May You bless us Jesus!
Monday, January 02, 2017
Rachel: Catching On
A very interesting conversation took place between my father and I today. He was talking to me about business and I could tell from his speech and mannerism that he was definitely more excited than he let on. It was during that time when he mentioned something that made my heart really warm. He told me that after he has succeeded in his business ventures, he will carry out his burning desire to share his knowledge with others to help them break out from their own struggles of making a living in Singapore.
That was the moment where there was a sudden conviction and pride in my own heart that that was the man my father has become today.
If my memory serves me well, it is one of the first times I've ever heard my father speak like that. It was absolutely thrilling to hear. Though I have no idea when this desire had entered into his heart, this noble awakening most definitely came from the Lord where my father's journey with Him has taken off into greater heights.
As a family, we must then catch on to this and provide support in any way possible. There is significance in the Lord's household when a family comes together. As to how powerful it can become? We can only keep praying and looking forward to the future.
Sunday, January 01, 2017
Rachel: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Our first post was on the 14th of February, 2016. Today marks a new year and almost one year since we started this joint project. This experiment was something that is pretty dear to our hearts, even though we had not taken the opportunity to expand it further, because it represented the unity of two different minds into one space. Hopefully we will be able to further the potential of this blog and mature it into something the Lord can use for His greater glory.
2016 was a year that brought many changes in our lives and though we have stood through many trials and tears, we continue to stand fast to the promise of the Lord and hold tightly to His hand as we continue into 2017. It honestly feels unreal how a new year can descend upon us with the simple passing of time, whereby the previous day held nothing more special than today. If I didn't keep track of the time, I probably wouldn't have noticed that the end of yesterday has heralded a brand new year.
One particular change is watching how the Lord's promise of 'restoring unto us what the locusts have eaten away' has tangibly seeped into our lives. He doesn't exactly do so in huge, earth-shattering ways. He moulds us into the direction He has intended for us, while handling our anxiety in following Him at the same time. On that train of thought, I have to admit that I myself had many moments where I allowed my personal worries and fears to surface and overwhelm me, drowning out the greater purpose in store. These mental battles made me realise that the world will always be there to lure me away from God and I have to constantly strengthen my mental barriers and cling onto Jesus like an octopus in order to live the way I'm created to.
Looking ahead, there have been two recent sermons that I've listened to that has really impacted me a lot, so I'll share what I've learnt briefly:
1) Honour the Lord as the centre of your life. That way He will honour you too and you will have nothing to fear in your life. This is using Daniel's life as an example, where he chose to honour the Lord's commands despite being a hostage in a foreign country and he was being blessed and honoured in turn.
2) It is not a bad thing to be in a position of power, because that way you can use your influence to carry through the plans you have for the people around you and better their lives more effectively. It makes us a good tool for God to use to a greater extent. (This is more of a reminder)
3) The moment we stepped into a relationship with Christ, we were born again into a life to be lived on the edge of the impossible. It is only through the Holy Spirit that we are able to accomplish the impossible, and this then truly makes it ironically impossible to live to the fullest without the HS. This way, our lives can be a testimony to how the Lord is good, making it a natural magnet, drawing people around us to the Father.
I know that we as Christians are ultimately given the mandate to bring God's children back to the Kingdom, it is one of the main purposes and the greatest joys that gives us a reason to exist... but honestly sometimes it is difficult to do so without awkwardness or driving rifts through friendships. Learning about point 3) was actually a good wake-up call which opened up a different dimension of evangelism, and living a life of worship. I hope that 2017 will see me grow and mature in this area whereby I start to become more intentional in knowing people and growing more intimate with the Lord.
Moving on, let me share some good news and bad news. The good news is that I am legal and am now acknowledged as a young adult in the eyes of the world. The bad news is that the Singapore Public Transport system has acknowledged it by making me pay the adult fare starting today. IS THAT TRAGIC OR WHAT. The beloved double beeps that greeted me upon each tap-in at the bus door has collapsed into one resounding blare that told the whole world that my childish behaviour has to end. Like 'WAKE UP YOUR IDEA AND STOP HOGGING THE YELLOW SEATS'... ok jk, I don't do that. But I wish that the reality didn't have to hit so painfully.
The last piece I wanted to say is that with the coming of this new year, I think I'd finally like to go on a few dates?
Confession: I have never gone on a date before.
Partially because I've always been taller than most boys (I really can't help it) and then there's the fact that no boy has asked me out, and I don't initiate because I strongly believe that the guy has to initiate first. Also, I'm not allowed to date until I'm 19.... well I'm 19 this year. GAH! Oh well, this will be another thing I will have to entrust to the Lord even though I'm jumpy about it and all. (Example, I don't know how to react if I'm asked out. Will I go all mushy up and can't speak? Or will I talk too much? Or will I become completely different though I didn't intend to? Or will I revert back to the long ago version of me where I was very boyish and rough? WHAT TO WEAR!!??) Jesus has sent many people to me to convey His message to me that He's in the process of preparing The One for me and that I shouldn't worry about it and enjoy singlehood. I DO enjoy singlehood, but I'd like to know how to react in these kinds of situations.
Also, there's that private longing to follow in the footsteps of many of my church seniors who were brought together by the Lord and dated only one person in their lives and because of the strong conviction by the Lord upon their relationship, eventually got married. HOW COOL IS THAT >.< Really have to trust the Lord with my love life and stop wondering.
Ok so, I've roughly gone through a brief reflection of last year, and I hope that everyone will have a blessed new year ahead!
2016 was a year that brought many changes in our lives and though we have stood through many trials and tears, we continue to stand fast to the promise of the Lord and hold tightly to His hand as we continue into 2017. It honestly feels unreal how a new year can descend upon us with the simple passing of time, whereby the previous day held nothing more special than today. If I didn't keep track of the time, I probably wouldn't have noticed that the end of yesterday has heralded a brand new year.
One particular change is watching how the Lord's promise of 'restoring unto us what the locusts have eaten away' has tangibly seeped into our lives. He doesn't exactly do so in huge, earth-shattering ways. He moulds us into the direction He has intended for us, while handling our anxiety in following Him at the same time. On that train of thought, I have to admit that I myself had many moments where I allowed my personal worries and fears to surface and overwhelm me, drowning out the greater purpose in store. These mental battles made me realise that the world will always be there to lure me away from God and I have to constantly strengthen my mental barriers and cling onto Jesus like an octopus in order to live the way I'm created to.
Looking ahead, there have been two recent sermons that I've listened to that has really impacted me a lot, so I'll share what I've learnt briefly:
1) Honour the Lord as the centre of your life. That way He will honour you too and you will have nothing to fear in your life. This is using Daniel's life as an example, where he chose to honour the Lord's commands despite being a hostage in a foreign country and he was being blessed and honoured in turn.
2) It is not a bad thing to be in a position of power, because that way you can use your influence to carry through the plans you have for the people around you and better their lives more effectively. It makes us a good tool for God to use to a greater extent. (This is more of a reminder)
3) The moment we stepped into a relationship with Christ, we were born again into a life to be lived on the edge of the impossible. It is only through the Holy Spirit that we are able to accomplish the impossible, and this then truly makes it ironically impossible to live to the fullest without the HS. This way, our lives can be a testimony to how the Lord is good, making it a natural magnet, drawing people around us to the Father.
I know that we as Christians are ultimately given the mandate to bring God's children back to the Kingdom, it is one of the main purposes and the greatest joys that gives us a reason to exist... but honestly sometimes it is difficult to do so without awkwardness or driving rifts through friendships. Learning about point 3) was actually a good wake-up call which opened up a different dimension of evangelism, and living a life of worship. I hope that 2017 will see me grow and mature in this area whereby I start to become more intentional in knowing people and growing more intimate with the Lord.
Moving on, let me share some good news and bad news. The good news is that I am legal and am now acknowledged as a young adult in the eyes of the world. The bad news is that the Singapore Public Transport system has acknowledged it by making me pay the adult fare starting today. IS THAT TRAGIC OR WHAT. The beloved double beeps that greeted me upon each tap-in at the bus door has collapsed into one resounding blare that told the whole world that my childish behaviour has to end. Like 'WAKE UP YOUR IDEA AND STOP HOGGING THE YELLOW SEATS'... ok jk, I don't do that. But I wish that the reality didn't have to hit so painfully.
The last piece I wanted to say is that with the coming of this new year, I think I'd finally like to go on a few dates?
Confession: I have never gone on a date before.
Partially because I've always been taller than most boys (I really can't help it) and then there's the fact that no boy has asked me out, and I don't initiate because I strongly believe that the guy has to initiate first. Also, I'm not allowed to date until I'm 19.... well I'm 19 this year. GAH! Oh well, this will be another thing I will have to entrust to the Lord even though I'm jumpy about it and all. (Example, I don't know how to react if I'm asked out. Will I go all mushy up and can't speak? Or will I talk too much? Or will I become completely different though I didn't intend to? Or will I revert back to the long ago version of me where I was very boyish and rough? WHAT TO WEAR!!??) Jesus has sent many people to me to convey His message to me that He's in the process of preparing The One for me and that I shouldn't worry about it and enjoy singlehood. I DO enjoy singlehood, but I'd like to know how to react in these kinds of situations.
Also, there's that private longing to follow in the footsteps of many of my church seniors who were brought together by the Lord and dated only one person in their lives and because of the strong conviction by the Lord upon their relationship, eventually got married. HOW COOL IS THAT >.< Really have to trust the Lord with my love life and stop wondering.
Ok so, I've roughly gone through a brief reflection of last year, and I hope that everyone will have a blessed new year ahead!
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