Sunday, December 13, 2009
Love in Nature
One thing I love to do with hubs is to explore the nature together. Quality time when we can enjoy the feeling of quiet bonding as we walked through the lush vegetation marveled at the wonders of nature. Sometimes we will talk what's life will be like in 3-5 years times, sometimes we will talk about the daily mad rush, if not we will just enjoy the silence and accompany.
GKGW
Serving in sunday school seemed to be preparing me for parenthood. Last weekend, I attended the GKGW ( Growing.Kids.God. Way) workshop for the minstry workers and was totally thrown off the chair after hearing what the speaker had shared with us. At different parts of the workshop, i felt my values and principles of raising a kid different from what the underlying principals of the parenting strategm,something that kept me reflecting and wrestling within myself throughout the session. After the session, I couldn't contain and call my hubs and said," I can't be the disciplinarian!You have to be one.If not, i think i will end up crying in the room after i cane our child." :)
This weekend, a parenting course is opened for couples who are preparing to conceive. Great timing. Hubs and I thought it would be a good idea to sign up to gather some thoughts on our parenting style and ways to raise the kids in god's way. We did. Paid $25 and the saturdays afternoon in 2010 were booked.
Look pretty scary now as I see how calendar in Jan 2010 are filling up really fast!
This weekend, a parenting course is opened for couples who are preparing to conceive. Great timing. Hubs and I thought it would be a good idea to sign up to gather some thoughts on our parenting style and ways to raise the kids in god's way. We did. Paid $25 and the saturdays afternoon in 2010 were booked.
Look pretty scary now as I see how calendar in Jan 2010 are filling up really fast!
Family cycles at ECP
SO during the Haji weekend, I had a great time hanging out with my daddy and brother at East Coast Park.We started the day off with dim sum at Tung Lok East Coast with my in-laws.Much to my dismay, it wasn't fantastic and everyone wasn't really enjoying it.I don't think we will go back again as I think there are better tim sum places around.
HOwever, things got better as we hit off the roads with the bikes.The purpose of this gathering was to engage my dad and in-laws to a more active lifestyle. In-laws were not really keen ( blame my husband for not giving them enough encouragement:P)so they went off after a short while of lingering in the park.Dad on the contrary was pretty fun-loving. My eyes litted up when I saw both my brother and him having silly fun over the tandem bike. What an adorable sight looking at two big men on the bike weaving through the ECP crowd. My dad's smiles and refreshing look made me happy.It had been a long time since he had such relaxing fun from his work. I hope he would get to do more of these in the future with us.Besides that, my niece and nephew joined us as well. It was nice having a bonding time with my niece as we cycled alongside each other and chatted. I love such times together with my family.
This weekend, hubs decided to organize another similar event for his family.So we took leave on Friday. His sisters, nephew and nieces were all there. We took a leisure ride along the coast as well. His nieces ought to come out more for outdoor play. They were so cautious and frightened on a four wheeled bike!!! Fortunately after much encouragement, they began to be more confident and adventurous. In laws managed to cycle for like a few minutes and gave up on the tandem bike.The day ended with a good spread of hawker food at the East Coast Seafood centre. The kids were tired but mentioned to the parents that they had great fun. I just saw their facebook message that they had fun.
Outdoor play and fresh air are always good for everyone!
HOwever, things got better as we hit off the roads with the bikes.The purpose of this gathering was to engage my dad and in-laws to a more active lifestyle. In-laws were not really keen ( blame my husband for not giving them enough encouragement:P)so they went off after a short while of lingering in the park.Dad on the contrary was pretty fun-loving. My eyes litted up when I saw both my brother and him having silly fun over the tandem bike. What an adorable sight looking at two big men on the bike weaving through the ECP crowd. My dad's smiles and refreshing look made me happy.It had been a long time since he had such relaxing fun from his work. I hope he would get to do more of these in the future with us.Besides that, my niece and nephew joined us as well. It was nice having a bonding time with my niece as we cycled alongside each other and chatted. I love such times together with my family.
This weekend, hubs decided to organize another similar event for his family.So we took leave on Friday. His sisters, nephew and nieces were all there. We took a leisure ride along the coast as well. His nieces ought to come out more for outdoor play. They were so cautious and frightened on a four wheeled bike!!! Fortunately after much encouragement, they began to be more confident and adventurous. In laws managed to cycle for like a few minutes and gave up on the tandem bike.The day ended with a good spread of hawker food at the East Coast Seafood centre. The kids were tired but mentioned to the parents that they had great fun. I just saw their facebook message that they had fun.
Outdoor play and fresh air are always good for everyone!
Sunday, November 08, 2009
First 10km
Finally, managed to finish one run for this year. My first 10km run without much training :) Signed on the race with the intention of spurring myself to run more in the midst of hectic work schedule but it did not really worked out that well.:) Seemed like I really need to commit to a class now.
Finished the race in 1h 25 minutes with only one stop at 7.5km for a water break and a final sprint at the end of the finishing run. Little pat for myself on the back as the pacing and mental strength were much better than what I had expected. As most people had mentioned to me, it definitely made a difference when you are running with 14000 woman for a cause. I love the whole idea of a woman's run. My adrenaline was pumping and I felt a sense of accomplishment when I made it to the finishing line.
Coussy and I definitely wanted to do it another time. Not for the goodie bags anymore but simply because of getting ourselves into this healthy exercise and routine.A few more 10km before we went on to a half marathon.Hubs rolled his eyes when he heard this. I shall prove him wrong.:P
Finished the race in 1h 25 minutes with only one stop at 7.5km for a water break and a final sprint at the end of the finishing run. Little pat for myself on the back as the pacing and mental strength were much better than what I had expected. As most people had mentioned to me, it definitely made a difference when you are running with 14000 woman for a cause. I love the whole idea of a woman's run. My adrenaline was pumping and I felt a sense of accomplishment when I made it to the finishing line.
Coussy and I definitely wanted to do it another time. Not for the goodie bags anymore but simply because of getting ourselves into this healthy exercise and routine.A few more 10km before we went on to a half marathon.Hubs rolled his eyes when he heard this. I shall prove him wrong.:P
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Flea Market
It was a good catching up with Susie at Dempsey this afternoon. I didn"t even feel like it was a Sunday! She drove ( first time i sat in her car!) and picked me up from Railway Mall and off we went to have a girl's out without the boys. Had a heavy lunch at Dome Cafe and thereafter we headed to the FLEA MARKET . Gosh, both of us couldn't resist the temptation. There were too many good buys ( shoes, bags ,dresses) all ranging from $5-$10 dollars!We were trying very hard to curb our expenditure. In the end both of us still succumb and bought something for ourselves. We were in the clouds coz you couldn't believe how cheap they were.All brand new !
Macritchie
Long weekends are always looked forward to,especially when you really felt like you needed a break after a long week at work. On Friday, I woke up to a healthy morning with hubs at the Macritchie Reservoir. Ran together for a good 3.2 km before I stopped and panted profusely.( wonder if i am going to make it for my 10km run in November..)
It must had been a long time since i ran in MacritChie. Nostalgic memories came back to me as I ran around the reservoir. Those were the days when I came here for my JC cross country and track and field. Hubs was eagerly showing me the places where he did his dragonboat training and sharing stories of how his instructor would motivate the team to do 400 push ups,circuit training and then rowing the boat.We even went and found the little shed where his canoes were kept. Alas, it was still there with a little imprint "ACJC" on the door. Hubs felt so elated that he found it and was grinning like a little boy.
There are so many beautiful changes to the park. As hubs and I were walking down the little stairs, marvelling at the wonders of nature, he whispered to my ears " If I had known you during the canoing days, I would have woo you..." Oh, how sweet are those words that instantly brightened up my day in a picturesque place. I smiled back at him and asked him to stop lying.:)
I wanted to come back here again more often though it was far from our place. The place is so perfect for running. Cooling, new toilets, sprinklers for bathing and the little remenants of old, colonial Singapore in the 1950s. Those beautiful benches which would make you wonder if your dad and mum ever come here to date...
Sunday, August 09, 2009
How do you celebrate National Day?
Morning:
I am never more thankful this year that I am a Singaporean. I started my day in the church with a few church leaders leading the service. Under their leading, the congregation thank god that he has built a prosperous nation where economics, education,health care ,business and finance and environment has been prospererous in every area in his hands. We prayed that he would grant our leaders the wisdom, integrity and clarity to continue to lead our nation to greater heights.Pastor reminded and prayed how important educators were in the areana of building our next generation. His words spoke to my heart of the role that I played in my market place. It reaffirmed and encouraged me that I should continue to serve my children, teachers, principals and colleagues with a fervant heart to glorify him.
Afternoon:
I really thank god each time I saw a new development, a new mall , a new park along the streets. Having lunch with hubs in the ION this afternoon made me excited being part of a nation that is so progressive and efficient. I kept exclaiming," Look this is something new. we have all the different japanese snacks now. " "Oooh, check out thirty six degree supermarket. We can have Waitrose key lime pie." " I am excited to see the Marina Garden City!" Singapore is amazing, isn't it? Having spent a few years out of the country, I felt our country has grown so much. I love being part of a city that is so efficient and cosmopolitan.
Night:
Using the Singapore pledge as the central theme for this year NDP was a wonderful idea. As the various performances unfolded through the 10 chapters, I was led and being reminded of the hardship that our great forefathers had went through to build the present Singapore that we had seen. I especially like how Chen Wei Lian and Gail Ong presented my favourite NDP songs " Its' a favourite thing". Are we moving towards a more inclusive society where hope and love could be given to the even less priviledged of the country? I hope so.
I am not sure if you teared as the performers put up a wonderful medley of the old NDP songs, National anthem and pledge but I do. Singapore is really my home, my nation where I grew up.I need to think about how I can give back/serve the people of the country . Aren't I patriotic or what?
I am never more thankful this year that I am a Singaporean. I started my day in the church with a few church leaders leading the service. Under their leading, the congregation thank god that he has built a prosperous nation where economics, education,health care ,business and finance and environment has been prospererous in every area in his hands. We prayed that he would grant our leaders the wisdom, integrity and clarity to continue to lead our nation to greater heights.Pastor reminded and prayed how important educators were in the areana of building our next generation. His words spoke to my heart of the role that I played in my market place. It reaffirmed and encouraged me that I should continue to serve my children, teachers, principals and colleagues with a fervant heart to glorify him.
Afternoon:
I really thank god each time I saw a new development, a new mall , a new park along the streets. Having lunch with hubs in the ION this afternoon made me excited being part of a nation that is so progressive and efficient. I kept exclaiming," Look this is something new. we have all the different japanese snacks now. " "Oooh, check out thirty six degree supermarket. We can have Waitrose key lime pie." " I am excited to see the Marina Garden City!" Singapore is amazing, isn't it? Having spent a few years out of the country, I felt our country has grown so much. I love being part of a city that is so efficient and cosmopolitan.
Night:
Using the Singapore pledge as the central theme for this year NDP was a wonderful idea. As the various performances unfolded through the 10 chapters, I was led and being reminded of the hardship that our great forefathers had went through to build the present Singapore that we had seen. I especially like how Chen Wei Lian and Gail Ong presented my favourite NDP songs " Its' a favourite thing". Are we moving towards a more inclusive society where hope and love could be given to the even less priviledged of the country? I hope so.
I am not sure if you teared as the performers put up a wonderful medley of the old NDP songs, National anthem and pledge but I do. Singapore is really my home, my nation where I grew up.I need to think about how I can give back/serve the people of the country . Aren't I patriotic or what?
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Survey
I am curious about this all the time
Is it possible to have a work life balance in SIngapore?
If you are a mum, will you rather work or stay home to look after your child?
Or you will prefer to work part time?
Is it possible to have a work life balance in SIngapore?
If you are a mum, will you rather work or stay home to look after your child?
Or you will prefer to work part time?
Monday, July 13, 2009
Drone a day
Weekend morning, I walked to nearby neighbourhood centre and treat myself to a sumptuous Mac Breakie which I thought would brighten up my day when hubs had to leave to play soccer with his friends. I then walked to the mall and randomly bought a few items from the 2 dollars shop: antibacteria wipes, container, mama bag and a glass tub. Totally random and unnecessary
Then, I walked back home and had a snooze till he was back. What a lazy afternoon. I woke up with a small bouquet of flower presented to me. Something from the hubs to pacify me because I am whiny about how he spent his sat morning to play soccer with his friends. Afterwhich, I went over to his sister's place and had some fun with the little nephew and niece. Rachel, his niece was obsessed with the Little Nonya Series which her mum just got for her as a reward for her excellent results in the exams. I sat down with her and watched an episode and got confused with all the different roles played by the same actors and actresses.
After dinner and dropping off the in-laws, we dragged our lazy bodies to visit the NIGHT FESTIVAL at the National Museum since I was yearning to do something different for our day. I was appaulled at the crowd who still remained after a huge rain pour.The national museum looked so beautiful after renovation. there were outdoor films showing, street performance and wonderful fireworks. I love the musuem. But hubs was telling me," Please spare me from all these cultural stuff." :) In the end, he was the one who enjoyed the historical gallery so much that I literally had to tell him that we would come back another day to visit it. The time was 1.30 am on the clock. " Time to snooze," I said:)
Then, I walked back home and had a snooze till he was back. What a lazy afternoon. I woke up with a small bouquet of flower presented to me. Something from the hubs to pacify me because I am whiny about how he spent his sat morning to play soccer with his friends. Afterwhich, I went over to his sister's place and had some fun with the little nephew and niece. Rachel, his niece was obsessed with the Little Nonya Series which her mum just got for her as a reward for her excellent results in the exams. I sat down with her and watched an episode and got confused with all the different roles played by the same actors and actresses.
After dinner and dropping off the in-laws, we dragged our lazy bodies to visit the NIGHT FESTIVAL at the National Museum since I was yearning to do something different for our day. I was appaulled at the crowd who still remained after a huge rain pour.The national museum looked so beautiful after renovation. there were outdoor films showing, street performance and wonderful fireworks. I love the musuem. But hubs was telling me," Please spare me from all these cultural stuff." :) In the end, he was the one who enjoyed the historical gallery so much that I literally had to tell him that we would come back another day to visit it. The time was 1.30 am on the clock. " Time to snooze," I said:)
Morning in the CBD
Sometimes, I wonder if life can be just simply a day of non-fuss,slow pace, worry free and enjoy the beautiful day.
I am lost in another world when I am back in the CBD today. I smell the fresh bakery from cedele. I hear the rustling sound of the feet. I saw professional in prim and proper office wear.This is once so familiar yet foreign?
Did I miss it?
I am lost in another world when I am back in the CBD today. I smell the fresh bakery from cedele. I hear the rustling sound of the feet. I saw professional in prim and proper office wear.This is once so familiar yet foreign?
Did I miss it?
Thursday, June 25, 2009
New discovery
I finally discover a site that sells affordable,sassy dresses. Check out the link below and I especially love this top which is so versatile. It can be a dress, a top and tunic
credits to loef.wordpress.com
credits to loef.wordpress.com
Friday, April 17, 2009
Support Char's fight!
I am crying and pouring out into tears when i read each entry of the blog. Char,my friend' goddaughter is such a strong little girl fighting against the illness. Read her journey to support her fight. It pained my heart to read about about the sadness her mum is going through as well. Dear god, I pray that little Char will get well. Strengthen Cynthia as she went through this difficulty time alone,juggling with the multiple roles that she had to handle. Let's be thankful for the good health that our children have.
Korean Pig Out
Before I started work in January, I went to Susan's place and learned how to cook Korean food from her. I decided on my favorite Korean's dishes and prepared the dishes together with her and her maid. Gosh, now I knew why the drama ( Da Chang Jin) had such lavish preparation of their dishes for their royal highness. I am not sure if I will ever do this alone at home again. Pretty time consuming for a 7 course meal.Took us 4 hours!
A night out alone.
Yesterday was remarkable.
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After meeting Sylvia for coffee and donuts, I went to the Esplanade Library. Love the place as it has a nice corner overlooking the city skyline plus it has a wonderful collection of CDs,VCDs and DVDs,music scores and a little cafe. I am seriouly considering to upgrade my membership to a premium account. I love the National Libraries. I think it has the highest hits on the list of places i had visited since I am back in Singapore. Central, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang, Jurong...I think libraries are cool...
Walking back,I saw this exhibit that featured interviews with the nuns about why they chose to be nuns. It made me thought about God, Christianity and other religions. Human beings are constantly looking out for peace, joy and happiness but which is the way to attain all these. Different religions have their own beliefs of attaining these, i believe the only way is through my daily relationship and walk with HIM.
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And I went to visit Singapore Art Musuem. Thank god, it was a Friday and there was free admission after 6pm. I wouldn't have pay for it to go a second time. Not very impressed by the way the pieces are curated or presented.Seriously, I think there is a lot of room for improvement. In fact, I felt the layout was confusing and I felt a little disoriented. Thankfully,what saves the day was the "Ubroken Line by the Wu GuanZhong collection". I love his art work as they really communicate his feelings about the people,community and scenaries in his life.
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Then i took a slow stroll towards Bugis. I am curious about the new ILLUMA mall and was greatly disappointed by it. The place looked extravagant on the outside and inside. I thought it was too spacious that I felt it was too empty. Shops featured were mainly for youngsters and a lot of them were not opened. And I couldn't believe my own impatience of not waiting another 15 minutes to see Aaron Kwok who would be there for his publicity event! I used to be his fan! Digressing, I am more impressed with the new Tampinese Central Mall ( yes the one with Uniqlo and the new Mananpu Foodcourt). I think they feature a different range of stores which are not typical in the usual malls. I love it.
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Ended off taking a train to Novena, sat there at the station for 20 minutes quietly, reflecting and thinking while waiting for BB. We met and took a train back. XJ came over to our place and we talked till 3am.
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After meeting Sylvia for coffee and donuts, I went to the Esplanade Library. Love the place as it has a nice corner overlooking the city skyline plus it has a wonderful collection of CDs,VCDs and DVDs,music scores and a little cafe. I am seriouly considering to upgrade my membership to a premium account. I love the National Libraries. I think it has the highest hits on the list of places i had visited since I am back in Singapore. Central, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang, Jurong...I think libraries are cool...
Walking back,I saw this exhibit that featured interviews with the nuns about why they chose to be nuns. It made me thought about God, Christianity and other religions. Human beings are constantly looking out for peace, joy and happiness but which is the way to attain all these. Different religions have their own beliefs of attaining these, i believe the only way is through my daily relationship and walk with HIM.
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And I went to visit Singapore Art Musuem. Thank god, it was a Friday and there was free admission after 6pm. I wouldn't have pay for it to go a second time. Not very impressed by the way the pieces are curated or presented.Seriously, I think there is a lot of room for improvement. In fact, I felt the layout was confusing and I felt a little disoriented. Thankfully,what saves the day was the "Ubroken Line by the Wu GuanZhong collection". I love his art work as they really communicate his feelings about the people,community and scenaries in his life.
To Wu, the feelings of the individual were supreme. Equally important, however, was the individual's emotional link with the community
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Then i took a slow stroll towards Bugis. I am curious about the new ILLUMA mall and was greatly disappointed by it. The place looked extravagant on the outside and inside. I thought it was too spacious that I felt it was too empty. Shops featured were mainly for youngsters and a lot of them were not opened. And I couldn't believe my own impatience of not waiting another 15 minutes to see Aaron Kwok who would be there for his publicity event! I used to be his fan! Digressing, I am more impressed with the new Tampinese Central Mall ( yes the one with Uniqlo and the new Mananpu Foodcourt). I think they feature a different range of stores which are not typical in the usual malls. I love it.
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Ended off taking a train to Novena, sat there at the station for 20 minutes quietly, reflecting and thinking while waiting for BB. We met and took a train back. XJ came over to our place and we talked till 3am.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Sister Island
BB had always been on a mailing list for outdoor activities and that's how we got to know about this Sister's Island trip.It was an overnight trip which we would camp one night on Sister Island and returned on the Sunday afternoon. It had been a while since we last camped ( more than 2 years!).In fact, the relationship sparked off from a hiking trip in Ophir( which I believed many had already heard me ranting the story for many times:)
Anyway, I realised that I did not enjoy camping as much as I had in my younger days. (gosh, is that a sign that indicates that i will prefer much luxurious travel instead of backpacking and roughing it out in the tents and hostels?)This trip, i ensured that we packed more stuff to make sure that my ONE night stay was a comfortable one. Moisturiser, powder,foam boards to have a softer touch on the grounds and lots lots food so that i have enough to eat. On top of that, I am also a bit more resistant to swimming in the ocean ,mainly because i am wondering how many crawlies feelies were on the seabed ( Eeks, another sign of aging because i am not such a scardy cat in the past)I also couldn't believe i kept wining that we should have brought a 4 man tent instead of a 2 man tent so that we had more space to sleep ( duh?)
Well,even though i had concluded that I am indeed not as outdoorsy as the past, I still love nature alot. I enjoyed the breeze,hanging around on the hammock, looking at the clouds and the trees for a long period of time,predicting where the rainshowers are in Singapore...bascially just veg out.Also, I would also put myself to good use by helping BB plucked his white hairs which he enjoyed tremendously and told me that he felt very love!!!:) ( weird?) We both agreed that Sister Island is a very nice and quiet place to camp again and we would definitely come back again. We were impressed by the clear water which it provides in some of the islands in Malaysia.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Starry Night
Me time. Reading, reflecting ,letting my emotions run wild as I listen to this soundtrack from Boys Before Flowers. I love silence of the night.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Love Singapore 2009
Just finished my 30 minute prayer for lovesingapore. Love the song in the site. Love this whole idea of corporate prayer as all churches come together and united as one to pray for our nation and pre-believers. Decide that I will continue to make it a point to include the prayerbuzz points stated in the site in my prayer life.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Quarter 2009 reflection
I could not believe time has passed so quickly. A quarter of 2009 has passed.
My first quarter of 2009 has been pretty swarmed up in adjusting to a new role in a new organisation.A very steep learning curve with many challenging and interesting experiences to learn. One good thing about choosing a role beyond the classroom allows me to see how education itself can be a profit enterprise at a managment level.Fundementally, there must be some bottom line figures to drive all those operational costs in the school. It widens my perspective at how school operations can operate like any other commercial enterprise, hones my skills in managing people and balancing interests and expectations of bosses and peers.Something you will not get when you are just a teacher in the classroom.
I guess life has just been too much in comfort zone for the past few years. This role bears much accountability and responsibility that I need to take a change in my gears and face the true reality of life. Or probably all this while, I am just in my own little idealistic world, waiting to grow up.
Being a leader isn't easy. More so when you are in the middle management,taking orders from levels above and communicate to those that are in the ground. I take it as an opportunity which god has provided me to mould my character. Over the past few months, I saw myself constantly facing many dilemas and stumbling blocks when changes needed to be executed.Each breakdown pushes me to turn to the lord and draw upon his strength.While devil tries to put much negative thoughts in me , I realise the more i resist and rely on my strength to overcome, the more I am sucked in to this whole wave of worry and anxiety.People Politics.Man.Messy. Looking back, is pretty scary how you can be wallow in your own troubles and that your whole life centers around work and nothing else. Day and night,nothing but work. No workout, no socialisation,no grooming, no meals.Terrible.
Balancing life and work truely is not easy. But I realise how you can achieve that when you focus on the lord. Peace and joy flows through him. The holy spririt reveals to you bigger things and bigger perspectives. The holy spirit tells you to cast all your burdens on him and that the battle is of the lord and not yours. You learn to let go ,slowly and increasingly. Painful,not easy.However at the end of the day, when you triumphant over eveything, you know your lord has been with you all this while and that you would not have walk through it without HIM.
Things to be thankful despite the terrible working conditions.My in-laws who have been ever so supportive with all their good meals ,listening ears to my rantings, bearing with my sulky faces everyday. My beloved husband who has his own share of worries and burdens but trying his best to make me happy, his daily chauffering to and fro the work place.Finally, my own realization of how hard and harsh BB's work can be in the finance sector and reminder for myself to be more patient and gentle with him. In terms of work, i am thankful for lessons learnt to be a better leader. I think one needs to be able to clearly define the mission and vision of the organisation and communicate to his people. A leader needs to be confident, level headed, organised, have integrity, ready to take blame and shield whatever went wrong, caring and respecful to his people.
Well I am glad is all over and ready to move on to greener pastures.The rest of 2009 will continue to be challenging in this economic downturn but I know I have a god who is bigger than all these. Staying faithful and trusting his providence in my life.Somethings I want to get it going in other areas of my life in the next quarter.
1. Start serving in a ministry /find a cellgroup to join for married couples
2. Sign up for yoga lesson once a week
3. Start some teaching lessons in RC with my cousin.
My first quarter of 2009 has been pretty swarmed up in adjusting to a new role in a new organisation.A very steep learning curve with many challenging and interesting experiences to learn. One good thing about choosing a role beyond the classroom allows me to see how education itself can be a profit enterprise at a managment level.Fundementally, there must be some bottom line figures to drive all those operational costs in the school. It widens my perspective at how school operations can operate like any other commercial enterprise, hones my skills in managing people and balancing interests and expectations of bosses and peers.Something you will not get when you are just a teacher in the classroom.
I guess life has just been too much in comfort zone for the past few years. This role bears much accountability and responsibility that I need to take a change in my gears and face the true reality of life. Or probably all this while, I am just in my own little idealistic world, waiting to grow up.
Being a leader isn't easy. More so when you are in the middle management,taking orders from levels above and communicate to those that are in the ground. I take it as an opportunity which god has provided me to mould my character. Over the past few months, I saw myself constantly facing many dilemas and stumbling blocks when changes needed to be executed.Each breakdown pushes me to turn to the lord and draw upon his strength.While devil tries to put much negative thoughts in me , I realise the more i resist and rely on my strength to overcome, the more I am sucked in to this whole wave of worry and anxiety.People Politics.Man.Messy. Looking back, is pretty scary how you can be wallow in your own troubles and that your whole life centers around work and nothing else. Day and night,nothing but work. No workout, no socialisation,no grooming, no meals.Terrible.
Balancing life and work truely is not easy. But I realise how you can achieve that when you focus on the lord. Peace and joy flows through him. The holy spririt reveals to you bigger things and bigger perspectives. The holy spirit tells you to cast all your burdens on him and that the battle is of the lord and not yours. You learn to let go ,slowly and increasingly. Painful,not easy.However at the end of the day, when you triumphant over eveything, you know your lord has been with you all this while and that you would not have walk through it without HIM.
Things to be thankful despite the terrible working conditions.My in-laws who have been ever so supportive with all their good meals ,listening ears to my rantings, bearing with my sulky faces everyday. My beloved husband who has his own share of worries and burdens but trying his best to make me happy, his daily chauffering to and fro the work place.Finally, my own realization of how hard and harsh BB's work can be in the finance sector and reminder for myself to be more patient and gentle with him. In terms of work, i am thankful for lessons learnt to be a better leader. I think one needs to be able to clearly define the mission and vision of the organisation and communicate to his people. A leader needs to be confident, level headed, organised, have integrity, ready to take blame and shield whatever went wrong, caring and respecful to his people.
Well I am glad is all over and ready to move on to greener pastures.The rest of 2009 will continue to be challenging in this economic downturn but I know I have a god who is bigger than all these. Staying faithful and trusting his providence in my life.Somethings I want to get it going in other areas of my life in the next quarter.
1. Start serving in a ministry /find a cellgroup to join for married couples
2. Sign up for yoga lesson once a week
3. Start some teaching lessons in RC with my cousin.
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