Our simple joy

Ven prayed the salvation prayer!!

Praise The Lord that Ven accepted Jesus into her heart!!! God will make His face shine upon you and may you grow tall in stature, wisdom and favor!!! 

Happy blessed 5th birthday Gab!!!

My dearest son, may God's unceasing favor chase u down and grant you the desires of your heart. Use your talents to bless others and bring good news to others! Let your joy permeate God's goodness that all may see God in You!!! 

Happy blessed birthday hubby!

This is the simple joy that I'm looking for..... Not for recognition, not for fb likes , not for praises....but just these moments of laughing together and celebrating our love for each other. I have deliberately saved every picture that will remind them of our history, our story , our family. 

I strongly believe every imperfect moments that we intentionally shared with our children will leave a deep empowering imprint in their lives. Like a strong wall that is built brick by brick, I'm doing this bonding activities for my family.  We may not see the completed strong and sturdy wall yet, but very soon it will be so majestic!  And how we built this wall depends on how we do it now.....Our children will know that they can count on us, and return home as it is a place where they feel safe, loved and secure from this harsh world! But yet this home is where they can feel rested, refreshed and rejuvenated the next day , to be all ready for their endeavors!! 

Cute 'invoice' that Val has....

More orders! Apparently, she has her innovative way to write her bill! 

Val's first entrepreneur project is a success!!

Val priced her customized minion $1 initially. But her friends that felt it was too costly,  so she sold it for $0.70 each.  Lol ......so much about student's budget!!! Since her 'workmanship' was so good, she had many repeated orders! She sold 15 minions since the last two weeks! In order to slow down the increased orders, she decided to increase the price to $1 if her customer requested for more accessories! Hmmmm looks like she is learning what is profit making and theories of demand and supply finally!!!

I hope this little project will instill confidence and give her a big sense of intrinsic satisfaction for doing her 'job' well!!!  At least when she looks back her childhood, she will be so proud of her 'business' achievement and entrepreneur spirit!! 

I'm super proud of you my princess!!!

Hope this first experience will sharpen your entrepreneurial skills that will equip you with the lifeskills necessary to tackle future obstacles! I believe these experiences will teach your rudimentary skills such as comfort with risk, effective problem solving, and a positive attitude toward failure! Most importantly, remember to pay your mummy the initial financial capital!!! ;) love you baby!!! 

More Hong Kong pics!!

Yes! you are in control!

Every photo has a story; our very own story!

Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.  Psalm 127:1

We are creating intentional heartfelt memories that will last a lifetime!  We start by making everyday matter, and  capturing these memories one day at a time! Our Lord will help us to build this home! This becomes our story, our history and our legacy! 

I need HIS Grace!

Best siblings!!

My dear kiddos, remember to be there for each other, love one another and bear with each other's weakness!  

My Romeo!

Gabriel grinned and announced candidly : " I have a present for u! It is my LOVE!!! And then he stopped n continued " and my hugs and kisses!"

I was amazed with his simple sincere innocence! He is my ROMEO!!!  

He didn't change much huh!!!!! Still melts my heart!!! 

Studying time!

So glad that my dear kiddos managed to discipline themselves to do some studying as well!! 

Intensive indoor play!

You will not regret.....

At the end of your life, you will not regret .....

not having your promotion;

not winning another argument;

not having one more trophy;

not watching another TV program;

not having all things be perfect ;

not having bigger savings in your bank;

not spending enough time in the office;

not having another pair of shoes or latest designer handbag;

not having that luxurious car and bigger home that your friend has;

not having that latest gadget that your neighbor has ....

But you will painfully regret if u have not spend meaningful, undivided  simple yet imperfect time with people who matter most. 

Take time for your children , your spouse , your parents, your siblings , your friends . ;)