happy girl

I had a busy start at work. Things are going well, and I enjoy the new environment at Zion, but waking up early has proved to be the most challenging thing to do! When the alarm rings at 6am, I have to fight the burning desire to press 'snooze'. That is my favourite button in the world. Apart from that, I enjoy the extra time that I have with my family, Tim and friends. The aftermath of watching Transformer always leave a hopeful feeling in my heart, knowing that the world can be a better place when we stand up for peace and justice. I'm learning that, taking on the world with courage and chivalry. (Guess I'm really into Tamora Pierce's series. Ha!)

Adieu!

Adieu 2008! It started badly but I'm amazed at how God turned things around and made everything in my life so exciting! It's almost like a thriller fiction. You never know hat God has planned for you. I look forward to 2009 ;) Being a new form teacher, having a brand new year to love those around me and seeing how the thriller unfolds! God, I am ready to embrace 2009!

"I heart Elites and Punggolians!"

Random

Pick a good fight, grit our teeth in face of difficult circumstances, leech on the little ounch of strength that we have in adversities... Doesn't it all sound familiar? How often do we fall into the rut of prideful self-dependency? I have. For as long as i can remember. I pray my Lord will come like a crashing wave... Drowning my pride with humility and submission. Lord, have your way with me...


Attachment has been great. Time spent the children is priceless. Their randomness and simple love amazes me. I'm thankful for the little ones. One of the kids said he doesnt want to grow up and be strong because he wants me to carry him forever. Another one was asked to point out any objects in the classroom that is a circle. He exclaimed, "Ms Carmen, your face is a circle!' And another kid calls a 'square' a 'squid', one think there are black tigers in the zoo. I love these drama queens and kings :)

Glory in the Highest

I know there are things i dont understand, struggles that seem impossible to overcome, circumstances that could break my heart into smithereens, things that could make me cry buckets...but i know Jesus is here. Right here with me. Teach me how to trust You carelessly, declaring, Glory in the Highest, no one else could ever compare to You Lord.

Teacher's Day

It's an amazing feeling to experience my very 1st Teachers' Day. It isnt just a day to commemorate or appreciate educators who have inspired or influenced young minds (in good and bad ways, no less) It is a day that reminds me that every little time that i spend with the little ones is a privilege that God has given me everyday, to guide and nurture His children. I pray that God will fill me with His love and patience to take up this calling everyday :)

I had a blessed time with Grace at our usual hangout, chatting the day away, sharing silly thoughts, having Boost and a nice dinner at sushi tei. My day started wonderfully cos i received a special note and flowers in the morning. Thank God for a restful, blessed day!

little miss sunshine

Combination of montessori materials

The lovely cheesecake that auntie likian baked for taka's farewell

Can you see the faint rainbow? Doesnt it remind you of His covenant with Noah?!

A nice souvenir

God paints a different picture every morning outside my window.

We use this to teach (a+b+c)^3

This is for phonics

My cg was playing scrabble at U.d.d.e.r.s

My lastest project
The nice dinner that i had with mom. We had seat with a gorgeous view without reservations! How cool is that?! Thank God!!!!!!

I'm really excited about everything that's happening in my life! Internship will be starting soon and thank God for providing! Perhaps no amount of words could express how marvelous God's blessings have been! For the past weeks, i was scurrying through every evening, busy, catching up with my pals (who came back from aussie), taka and my cg, mugging for exams, spending time with my family and close friends all at once. Thank God practical exams are over! Mastering the methods of teaching ALL montessori materials within the span of 11 days is no easy feat. God is my source of strength! Through it all. Had dinner with my mom at sushi tei recently. I like eating out with my mom. There's something special about enjoying a nice evening with your loved one... a blessing that i often take for granted. On sunday, the pastor was talking about the importance of spending solitary time with God. The solitary moments that i have with our Heavenly Father are probably the most beautiful moments that i experience. Being still and quiet before Him. i forget to be still at times when i hustle and bustle with the things in life.


Half of the year has past and when i looked back, i'm just thankful for God's providence and blessings. I feel like little miss sunshine! Had some nice time catching with my close friends lately. It's nice catching up with grace and val. It has been ages since we did that. Grace and i grabbed Boost(the nicest fruit shakes from aussie) and spend the afternoon chatting away and enjoying each other's company. Our next boost will be free!!!!!!! Haha! Perhaps an auntie side in every girl, when it comes to boost and shopping! Val's fav letters are: S.A.L.E. If that girl ever gets on 'wheel of fortune', those would be her favourite alphabets. It's funny how val keeps me full and happy with all the healthy snacks from her 'food paradise'. lol. Oh i was at dempsey early this week. It's a gorgeous place and there was a nice cat that looks like batman. He's really friendly :)

Rain

The love that God shows us everyday in the little ways that we often overlooked, amazes me whenever i ponder over it. Last night, my parents came home just in time, before the rain poured. I felt very thankful that God held back the rain...
Sometimes He does, sometimes He doesnt. Just like the storms in our lives. He will never let us handle more than what we can bear. God reminded me of His love again this morning.

"With what shall i come before the Lord
and bow down before the exalted God?
Shall i come before Him with burnt offerings,
with calves a year old?

Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams,
with ten thousand rivers of oil?
Shall i offer my firstborn for my transgressions,
the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul?

He has showed you, O Man, what is good.
And what does the Lord require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."
Micah 6:6-8

Thank you God for this sweet reminder. Like a reminder from an earthly father...that You do not delight in superficial or fleshly gifts. But a close and devoted relationship with You. Thank You Lord, for loving us first. That we may learn to love.