U can do it really well, my princess!

Baby! I love u so much!!! U know what! I have so much faith in u!! U have been such a sweet sensible firstborn and I can't thank God enough for u.  U are made by Him for a great purpose and I see that the very first day I saw u! U will do SO well in life and I know it deep down in my heart. It hurts me when I see u doubting your capability sweetie!!!

God has equipped u more than what PSLE wants!  This is such a small hurdle. Trust mum, this is nothing and u are meant for BIGGER things !!! I love u so much and I believe in you baby!!!! We will run this race together and u will see how easy this small race is !!! Let us not get intimidated !! 

WE will go thru' this small jump in triumph and meanwhile DO smile so radiantly ever !!! It blesses others so much , and much more than you ever think! Much more precious !!! Dun ever give up HOPE!!! 

Luv you ever more !!

Mummy 

2015

16th wedding anniversary!

Celebrating our 16th wedding anniversary today! We are excited about this food thrill.  That warms my heart because after 16 years, at least our hearts still skip a beat for our planned dates and we are still looking forward holding hands, and exploring places together! 

Happy blessed birthday

Dear Prince Gabriel, 

Last year, the CHIMA cake that I did for you collapsed unexpectedly. We were close to tears with that overwhelming disappointment. So Val n I did what we can to salvage the mess. But my dear sweet boy, u did not whine, sob or throw tantrum, yet you remained joyful and kept a very good attitude. I felt guilty yet super duper proud of your good attitude! 

Though this month is simply too stretching, Mummy knows I cannot compromise on this promise. I finally made u this cute batman cake with God's divine help! May this hero cake reminds you of our unconditional love for you and please continue to keep that awesome attitude despite of setbacks, disappointment and inconvenience. You are truly mummy's hero, just like your daddy!!! 

Happy joyous blessed wonderful birthday Mr Handsome!!! Mummy loves your infectious smiles and contagious laughter! Keep smiling and keep being your best! 

Luv you so much! 

Mummy 

Aug 2015

Will Never ever give up on you my dear princess

While teaching Ven, I rolled my eye in exasperation. I told myself repeatedly to exercise more self control and we finally ended the 'lesson' pretty well, a small victory.  I saw her confidence peaked! 

Then this princess suddenly handed me this card while I was recovering from my intentional self control 'exertion'.  I burst into tears uncontrollably. How can I give up on you my dear.... I see how 'my belief' in her will make a crucial difference. Yes, u throw me curve balls every other day, I know we can overcome it together. Our Heavenly Father will teach mummy how to 'help' you baby, my love!❤️

Marriage is like a cactus

We have created our very own history , story and legacy. Like any other journeys, we had our fair share of ups and downs in those countries that we resided.  We rejoiced over the birth of our firstborn, Val but we also mourned over my two miscarriages in Shanghai. Then we had our toughest journey in parenting when Ven and Gab came along after the painful lost.  As we awed by God's gifts, we struggled emotionally, physically and mentally to handle three young munchkins, all ages less than 5! Then, we sought each other's comfort when Ven went for her first surgery when she was 3! We troubled over her growth and her mysterious incessant wailings every midnights! 

But we took it with stride and perseverance, of course with a pinch of fierce fights!  Slowly we build our wonderful intentional family memories together with our three gorgeous children. Now, we truly enjoy our beautiful family that we know we don't deserved. We have so much flaws, baggages, weaknesses and inadequacies. Grace is the gift that He has given us! Apart from Him, we can do NOTHING.  

We went through those challenges together, learning and overcoming each storms with ugly wounds and bruises that healed eventually. Our love deepened gradually, our beliefs and dreams for our family slowly emerged, our unwavering support for each other strengthened as we sailed through those inevitable storms. We have come so far,  our relationship is like CACTUS.  They are strong and resilient in the toughest environments . Likewise, our marriage is like this cactus. As long as we fix our eyes on Jesus , we will triumph over numerous surprised storms that come our way.  

Happy and blessed 14th Anniversay my dearest hubby!

Learning to hold my tongue

Spills happen very often with kids. Yet every time it happens, it is not easy to control the immediate autopilot frustration. Ven froze and her eyes showed sheer fear. I took a deep breathe and Val immediately took napkins for me. I held my tongue and just cleared the mess quietly. I learnt to show grace like our Heavenly Father but with a straight face ....😕 

Motherhood is a daunting task yet it humbles me tremendously. I know I'm improving and I will do better the next time! Scream first , then smile!! Lol

Customized tutorials

Ok, hope this worksheet will get Ven's attention and help her to understand the math concepts! Btw, Gab helped me with the batman! Cool!