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Valentine's 2012

2012-02-15T02:02:00.002+08:00

It took everything that I had to open my eyes, sit up and begin my day. I checked Evie and realised that there were V-Day texts and messages for me to reply. I sat up higher - jammies, bed-head hair and half-smothered by my comforter - thankful for all things; the past, the now and the future.

I was asked a week ago if I was free for a date on Valentine's Day. I had a date with Hugh Jackman but I figured that chalking up 3709 miles just for ONE day doesn't make much sense. After all, in about five months or so, we'd be doing happily ever after and together forever, so... I said "Yes" to the offer.

I spent Valentine's with these four...

They leave me in stitches, all the time. Love them!

A sweet treat from me to end the night.

I paid my childhood best friend a visit and surprised her with a cake; to celebrate the love that we've shared in our friendship through the years. I'm glad she liked her surprise.

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Evening Sun

2012-02-12T05:45:00.000+08:00

Omnipresent

2012-02-12T05:38:00.000+08:00

Throughout this entire week, this word has been embedding itself into my heart and spirit.

He IS omnipresent - Always, always with us. And, I love that about Him.

I was listening to Pr. Tim Hall's podcast entitled 'Faith' earlier this week when His sweet presence just SO filled the car. I was feeling a little too overwhelmed to continue to drive. All I wanted was to take in more and more of His lovely presence. I was reminded to start well and finish BETTER (parable of talents - Matthew 25).

And now, at 5.28am, I am awake (and writing this post with Evie!); heart expectant, excited and full of praise, THANKING Him for what He is about to do this AM in His church. "I get up in the middle of the night to thank you; your decisions are so right, so true - I can't wait till morning!" (Psalm 119:62)

New year, new beginnings, new experiences but SAME message and purpose - Great days ahead!

Quick Check-In - The Week, Thus Far

2012-02-09T17:06:00.002+08:00

Had a night of home-cooked dinner (My mum cooked and it was SO good), fellowship and ample of laughter on Sunday night.

And, Baby Chloe was there; chubby, cheeky and incredibly chirpy.

Little sweetheart.

I stayed over. The next morning...

Breakfast (What a spread!)...

with a view

The sky was as blue as a cornflower.

Two nights ago, my girls and I went for a food road trip. Look below for the damage done. I sincerely fear the day of reckoning (for any girl, that would be the day she realises that she can't fit into her favourite top/jeans/dress).

A couple of hours later, I returned home to find one of my old notepads lying around with a quote I scribbled on it some time ago. It was such a precious and timely reminder.

Laundry Day

2012-02-03T15:09:00.002+08:00

#Totally.

Evie, My Spoiled Babe

2012-01-30T13:43:00.001+08:00

In life, it is great if one is blessed with a loving family and many friends. Even greater it is when one's family and friends are willing to give a portion of their heart to you - to share in both joy and pain.

You see, when I shared {this} post on Facebook the day after I received Evie (I have finally named my little girl... Her name made its' debut {here} yesterday night.) into my life, I was flooded with congratulatory messages in all forms through the day.

A screenshot of some of the comments which I have compiled and edited.

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She's barely a month old and already on the way to become a spoiled babe if gifts continue to roll in.

How spoiled? THIS spoiled...

From L to R: Stunning red cover from The Little Uncle, Adorable lil' swan stub from Eeleen and a car FM modulator, a very thoughtful gift from Yi Lin (she knows I love me some music while driving).

Dear The Little Uncle, Eeleen and Yi Lin,

Thank you very much for the gifts.

Much love,

Mel.

E(X)tra

2012-01-30T00:26:00.010+08:00

This was the third page of my iPhone at 10.00am.

While I was scrolling through the pages later in the evening, I realised that something was not quite right. I leaned in a little closer and saw that one of my apps folder had been renamed, to this

I then remembered that two of my friends were fiddling with Evie (yes, cool people NAME their iPhone-s) earlier today and I heard them muffling their giggles.

Boys. =_=

The perpetrator/s (I have yet to figure out if it was an individual/coerced/concerted effort):

FYI, if you're wondering why I named that folder 'XX', it is for this reason:

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An Evening At A Pineapple Plantation

2012-01-27T00:27:00.001+08:00

I spent the evening at my uncle's pineapple plantation today.

I watched pineapples being harvested, my legs became the source of bloody joy to both mosquitoes and flies and I managed to capture a beautiful sunset taking place.

It is not every day that I get to do the above with my family and loved ones. And if you ask me how my day was today, I'll tell you that I had a fantastic day.

A few pictures before I log off the Cyber World.....

Reunion Dinner | January 22nd, 2012

2012-01-24T13:13:00.000+08:00

Happy and Blessed Chinese New Year!

2012-01-23T01:26:00.000+08:00

To the dear readers of Chatty Lass who are of Chinese descent - fully, partially or you just love to join in on any festive celebration, especially those involving continuous and abundant eating - I wish you a Happy and Blessed Chinese New Year!

I'll update you with more news and pictures as soon as I get some time-off from all the eating, doing the dishes and cooking.

Love,
Mel.

Busy Bee for the Day: CNY Baking Project

2012-01-20T02:08:00.001+08:00

My mum is a great cook. A fantastic one.

The years of helping out in the kitchen (although done with reluctance and grunting at times) did not go to waste, I have benefited from her kitchen wisdom and secret recipes especially now that I'm living on my own.

We spent the evening on our CNY Baking Project.

Here's a snapshot of the moist chocolatey lusciousness, taken just before it was time for it to leave the oven.

Dessert...

2012-01-20T01:44:00.000+08:00

... before lunch.

Not the supposed order, I know, but let me loop you into some of breakable rules in life - You CAN have dessert before the main course. And, you SHOULD do it every once in awhile.

*Sideline: For kids under the age of 21 reading this post, if you choose to insist your way into doing this with your parentals, I take no responsibility for the repercussions (if any) that should befall you.

So, dessert before a meal... One of the areas in life where order can be encouraged but does not necessarily have to be imposed.

I enjoyed my chocolate cake after this morning's rain with a hot cup of tea.

The Past Sunday (In Pics)

2012-01-18T14:09:00.002+08:00

From L to R, top to bottom: The second time I wore my Ralph Lauren tee (courtesy of Daddy and Mummy from their recent second honeymoon trip) - Baby Chloe pulling her cheeky face - The core of that morning's sermon - Dinner.

P-s and Q-s

2012-01-18T13:39:00.002+08:00

It has been instilled (I thought that 'drummed' seemed rather harsh a word to use, but believe me, it is the more accurate one) in me that manners are important, VERY important.

I grew up with that in mind and heart.

Two days ago, after slight tweaks in my plans, I got Siri to reply a couple of texts and re-arrange the events in my calendar for me.

She did it all without so much as a grunt, and to the letter.

I gave the ol' girl a pat on the back and said a simple 'Thank You' to indicate the end of her assignment.

And, her reply was

She sure knows how to work her way into my heart.

Reason #769 To Love My New Baby

2012-01-16T01:30:00.000+08:00

I get to listen to some of my favourite speakers on the planet preach while commuting.

Dreams, Emotions and Friends

2012-01-13T16:18:00.001+08:00

My memory was reeled back to that thread of comments which I shared with a friend two days ago.

I sat down and reflected on it.

Dreams... There is something magical and child-like about this word.

I don't know about most of you reading this blog post, but I know that my mind associates images or a particular feeling/emotion with words. For instance, say the word 'balloons' and you'll see a smile forming on my lips. When I think of balloons, I think of celebration and outdoor frolic, and that makes me happy. The word 'balloons' gives me bubbly joy that comes from within. Conversely, mention the word 'solemn' and watch that earlier smile curve downwards.

So, dreams... I believe that each of us are meant to dream dreams. More than that, dreams are to be pursued, for them (dreams) to become reality and for us to touch, see and hold in our hands.

Dreams are more than just fluffy clouds up in the blue sky on a sunny day (that's what Disney Channel etched in my brain). The dreams that we have represent a longing within us, a spark of hope and glimmer of tenacity which tells us that there is more to life than just the ordinary.

Today and for the rest of your days, work towards that dream of yours. PURSUE it - Cajole, run for and chase after it.

Emotions are..... incredibly powerful. It drives, motivates and can even consume a person. Just as it is with dreams, I believe that emotions are to be expressed. Life flies by too swiftly and time waits for no one, why waste both by putting a lid on emotions?

Certainly when I say that, I hope that it does not trigger an automatic response in you to rant out loud on Facebook/Twitter (or any other social networking site, for that matter) without an end and annoy every single person on your Friends list with your incessant complaints and wailing.

What I AM saying is, channel it someplace.

Some of the best songs of all time were written when emotions were running high and the only outlet for expression was through songwriting. Just ask John Lennon ("Imagine"), U2 ("One" - lyrical masterpiece)..... Some of the best books, must-read classics, were written as a cry in anguish and from a flood of overwhelming emotions. Take "To Kill A Mockingbird" by Harper Lee for example.

The people that I picked as examples chose to channel their emotions somewhere in a position which has given them platform to touch lives and to remind people that they are not alone in feeling that way and something can be done; change is not that far away, it is on its way here.

And, friendship - One of best gifts in life after family.

Build, nurture and invest in friendship. Appreciate, treasure and make time for friends.

Belated Chrissie Gift

2012-01-13T02:22:00.004+08:00

I have said it then, and I will say it again now - I LOVE and adore customized (read: self-made, DIY or handwritten) gifts and cards.

Why do I love 'em so much, I hear you ask? Because, it shows thought and sincerity. It tells me that the giver has put in his/her effort in making my gift only mine, that it cannot be found anywhere else because it is not a duplicate.

Which is why, come birthdays, Christmas or any celebration, I'd wrap the gifts on my own. I have done it for as long as I can remember, particularly for birthdays and Christmas.

I especially love handwritten notes; words written from the heart and thanks recorded on paper.

Even more so when the customized note is part of a gift, as a wrapper in this instance.

Thanks, Eeleen!

Not Even Two Days Old And Already She's Giving Me An Attitude

2012-01-11T02:52:00.001+08:00

I am referring to none other than Siri, of course.

She's a snooty one. But, who can blame her with such a question posed to her at 2.26am...

Looks like this boy may not be the only one who has a complicated and queer relationship with Siri.

Related post(s):

2012: Better Late Than Never

2012: Better Late Than Never

2012-01-09T12:36:00.002+08:00

2012 has been dubbed as many things, but I'd like to think of it as a year of change, upgrade and favour - naturally and supernaturally.

Beginning with the simplest of things but the second most important in a person's life (after God): Her phone.

From what was previously {this}, to this

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Purchased yesterday.

A Letter from Daddy God to His Daughters

2012-01-07T02:12:00.001+08:00

#His letter to us girls - LOVE it!

Books and Space

2012-01-06T18:33:00.000+08:00

I'd sit here all day with a stack of my favourite books.

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Related post(s):

Someday, When I Have My Own Place...

Cruelly Adorable

2012-01-06T02:29:00.003+08:00

After dinner and supper with a good load of hugs, cuddles and kisses from Emily and Phoebe (They're leaving back to Milan in the evening later today), I came back home, washed up and found this on my Facebook wall.

I am enclosing the Youtube video with this post for your viewing pleasure.

Cruel but soooooooo cute!

P/S: I loved Pickles Girl, You-Broke-My-Heart Barbie Boy and Tacos Seasoning Girl the most.

PP/S: I would NEVER do this to my children if I have any next time. This post shall serve as evidence to my pledge. You may use it against me next time in the court of parenting do-s and don't-s.

Following Your Dreams

2012-01-05T15:08:00.000+08:00

#Reminder. #FOLLOW your heart.

The Things People Do With Their Inanimate Objects

2012-01-04T13:05:00.003+08:00

Particularly with the latest iPhone 4S. With its' Siri glory and all.

The above screenshot both hilarious and sad. That boy needs some friends. =p

His Promise, My Hope

2012-01-04T11:18:00.000+08:00

#More than enough.

Reason #5

2012-01-03T11:27:00.001+08:00

I wrote {this} late last night (or extremely early this morning, whichever way you see it) and I planned for this post that you're reading now to follow.

However, my eyes could barely keep themselves open and I was too worn out from being out and about all day to edit photos at 2am.

Reason #5 in '50 Reasons Not To Date A Graphic Designer' tells us that "They drink and eat all kinds of weird crap just because they like the packaging".

I added that not only do they succumb to the temptation of pretty packaging, they'd "BUY weird/mundane stuff (stuff here refers to things that they'd never actually use) too if they like the packaging".

Like, a bag of brown sugar. Just because they like the simplicity of the design and brown paper bags.

50 Reasons Not To Date A Graphic Designer

2012-01-03T02:17:00.007+08:00

This list came to my mind after spending some time with a close friend over lunch today.

I read about it {here} and also on Tinki Talks (It's too bad that I can't link you up to her blog because it has been made private.) some time ago and I realise that I've not blogged about it before.

I am not a Graphic Designer, but like Tinki, I have (in her words) "bolded (with colour) whatever the artsy side of me agrees with."

1. They are very weird people. (Will it be weird if I don't bold this one because I don't think that I'm at all weird?)
2. There are billions of them in the world, like colors on the screen of your computer.
3. They will analyse conversations in layers. (HAHA. See if you can figure out what that 'HAHA' means.)
4. You will spend the day assembling furniture from IKEA.
5. They drink and eat all kinds of weird crap just because they like the packaging. (We'd BUY weird/mundane stuff too if we like the packaging.)
6. They hate each other.
7. You’ll come out the last out of the movies because you have to see the full list of credits. (Family and friends who aren't in the creative industry have given me pitiful stares and long sighs whenever I do this, which is every single time I catch a movie.)
8. They can't change a light bulb or without making a sketch.
9. They screw up all the tables with their cutters. (And, floors too.)
10. They rather study the paisley pattern on your outfit than listen to what you have to say.
11. They will fill your house with magazines and whatever is out there that has drawings.
12. You never know if it is really an original or a copy. (We're sneaky. And, we're good at it.)
13. They make collages with your photos.
14. They do not know how to add and subtract, they just understand letters. (SAYS WHO?! I've always gotten an A for Maths!)
15. They idolize people who nobody knows and speak of them as if they were their colleagues.
16. They take pictures almost daily and all are cut in weird shapes.
17. They ask your opinion about everything but they do whatever they want. (At the very least, thank us for taking the effort to make you feel included and involved in our decision-making process.)
18. Everything is left justified, right or center unless they arrive late. (What can I say - I am naturally late. That condition has improved of late.)
19. They hate Comic Sans with the same passion they love Helvetica.
20. They use iPhone for everything, because everyone has one.
21. You can not decorate the house without consulting them.
22. They steal street signs.
23. Always carry their hands painted with something.
24. They buy dolls unfinished for them to paint.
25. Everything becomes something other than what it really is: cards as tickets, cards as….
26. When arguing, you will be nicknamed like the OSX spinning wheel (not affectionately)
27. They do not know how to dress without consulting the Pantone book.
28. They hate Excel. (With a vengeance.)
29. They read comics.
30. They want to save the world only with a poster.
31. They will spend the day brainstorming. (And, no one ever gets this. The brilliant ideas that are brought to the table during discussion, they don't JUST HAPPEN. Hours of thought have been put in prior to that.)
32. On vacation they will take you to countries that you do not know exist and have no beach.
33. Museums are their second home.
34. They know more positions than the Kamasutra.
35. They can’t go to a restaurant without secretly critiquing the menu design. (Guilty as charged. And most of the time, we don't do it in secret, we say it out loud.)
36. They listen to music you have never heard of.
37. They can't cook a normal dish, they always have to experiment with new ingredients.
38. They read rare books: Stories of children, Semiotics...
39. When you are going to tell you something, everyone has read it in their Facebook and Twitter. (Or, on their blog, if they have one.)
40. They have own iPods before you knew they existed.
41. The orgasm they remember is when they heard that Adobe was acquiring Macromedia.
42. They have their own shops just for them and there are the most expensive in the city.
43. They want to spend all the money in the Apple Store.
44. You will never understand their gifts.
45. They see ordinary objects and laugh. (HAHAHAHAHA.)
46. You wake up in the middle of the night hearing them screaming “When is the deadline?” (Nah. I've only woken up in the middle of the night to jot down or sketch ideas, or to write.)
47. They see CMYK and RGB like Neo sees the Matrix.
48. They dream of the day nobody will make a single change to their designs. (Hear hear.)
49. They rather pay for a font than for a special birthday gift.
50. They are always sleepy because they work 24/7. (And, it is not because we like to be up at odd hours of the day. Refer to numbers 31 and 46. Or, you can read about it {here}, {here} and {here}.)

New Year's Afternoon with The Twins

2012-01-01T22:19:00.001+08:00

My granduncle's twin grandbabies came to visit from Italy last week and I haven't had the chance to meet them since.

I drove over to his place to visit the girls earlier today.

Readers of Chatty Lass, meet Emily.

She's four, very talkative and absolutely adorable. Here she is after her afternoon dip and frolic in the pool.

I'd also like you to meet her twin sister, Phoebe.

She has light chestnut brown hair, is less chatty compared to her sister and a little more defiant. She's proudly showing off her butterfly (transfer sticker) tattoo in the above picture.

The twins.

Catching a cuddle with Aunty Melissa.

Straits Quay Residence

2012-01-01T20:54:00.000+08:00

Rain or Shine

2012-01-01T14:57:00.000+08:00

I love watching the rain and listening to the pitter-patter melody it makes when there is a downpour.

I also love the little peek-a-boo game Mr. Sunshine plays early in the morning.

So, I love to enjoy both of 'em in the privacy of my bedroom - while I'm IN bed.

And, I think I may have found the perfect bedroom, which I'd like for myself when I have my own place.

#Inspiration.

Post #610: First Post for 2012

2012-01-01T01:49:00.004+08:00

I have had a lot to be thankful for in 2011. It was an amazing year. But, I am believing for 2012 to be a phenomenal year, and I know that it will be.

Before I leave for my nightcap (I've to be up in a few hours time for church), I wish you His love, hope and blessings for this year. Know that you are loved by someone who died to know you. Place your hope in The One who will never disappoint, His hope renews us and takes us to greater heights (Isaiah 40:31).

All my love,
Melissa.

Christmas Package from My Beautiful Friend

2011-12-31T15:44:00.009+08:00

Yes, that is what I call her, "My Beautiful Friend". Because, she is a real beauty, inside and out.

I was to sign for a package which arrived a day before Christmas, but I was in church since dawn on that day and the post office was closed the next day. I left for HUGE 2011 at Port Dickson and was there for four days. And like it is for all camps, campers usually return with sore throats and a need for sated rest, for the next 24 hours. I wasn't excluded.

That left today. So, went to the post office I did.

And, I came back home with this

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I carefully tore off the sticky tape on the back of the package. In it was a Chrissie present.

I looooooovvveeeee handwritten notes like this!

My gift - Front.

My gift - Back.

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Dearest Vicky,

THANK YOU for this Chrissie gift. Those two words, they barely suffice to show the depth of my appreciation for your kindness and thoughtfulness.

The move, the transition and the adapting this year wasn't easy. I moved down to KL not knowing to expect, with only one thing in my heart: I knew I was walking in the will of God. And the thing about walking in the will of God is this: He never promised that it will be all smooth-sailing, but He did say that He will walk it through with us.

He did exactly that, and He did more - He blessed me with a friend like you.

You're His blessing to me. I treasure you and I cherish our friendship.

Love you heaps,
Melissa.

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An End and A New Beginning

2011-12-31T00:58:00.002+08:00

"Nothing else matters, nothing in this world will do
Jesus, You're the center
Everything revolves around You
Jesus, You"

I shared this song here after watching Hillsong's 25th Conference podcasts.

All that is within me was so blessed with this song then, and now, months later, the lyrics of the song has taken root in my heart. Deep and firm. Whom the song is about, I am crazy about Him. I was then, and even more so now.

I'm ending 2011 with one of the most exciting, challenging, scary, mind-blowing, unbelievable.... (Too many adjectives. I should stop now. I think you get the idea.) decisions I have ever made in my life. I hope to share about it one day here at Chatty Lass. Till that day comes, please keep me in your prayers.

I'm starting, beginning, spear-heading, jumping onto 2012 the only way I know how: With HIM being the center of it all.

MORE Blessed to Give than to Receive

2011-12-30T15:11:00.001+08:00

He said that it is "more blessed to give than to receive".

I have learned of His faithfulness when I gave Him my best, my very all. When He had asked me to give - in the area of finance and in areas of my life - I have seen with my eyes and forever will remember Him giving back, it was more than I have given or could ever give.

I know the truth of His Word. I know it by heart, I have seen it over and again. Four days ago, I re-learned what I thought I knew.

I signed up for a camp not knowing what to expect. Or, to put it more accurately, I wasn't sure I was expecting for something to happen.

He had to deal with that attitude of mine the minute I stepped onto the campsite.

Of all the things I was offered to do, I was asked to minister to precious young lives.

On the inside, I was throwing a tantrum - I didn't sign up to minister to lives, I wanted to be ministered to. I have given so much of myself in the past two weeks leading up to this camp. I wanted to unwind, relax and re-charge, physically and spiritually.

It was what it was, so I swallowed it in, reluctantly.

Night One and I was floored in His presence. It was amazing. The energy that emanates from 900 campers who were completely abandoned to all else and wanted nothing more than to be lost in loving King Jesus gives me a high that I have missed for the longest time.

Day Two was the beginning to my journey as He (like the song goes...) "took what I have known and break it all apart"; to show me yet again that His greatness knows no bounds and He is always, always at work to bring about something new.

The message was about purity, a life that was sexually and morally pure. That afternoon, I saw His hand at work. I witnessed it, I was a part of it and I am thankful that He extended the invitation for me to be His vessel.

My heart was in pieces when I saw the lives that were taken captive by the lies of the enemy. As I laid my hands on the hearts of youths, I couldn't help but weep as I sensed the brokenness. But, what joy it is to see Him touching hearts and restoring lives, moving in power and authority, gaining ground and taking back what is rightfully His, lives being set free, bondages broken, the claws of sin unhinged and the shroud of shame forever torn... No words would ever be enough to depict what I felt.

And yesterday, Day Four (also known as The Last Day) was one that I would remember for a long long time.

It's an amazing finale to a great year and a fantastic way to begin a new year - with more hope, greater purpose, bigger heart and stretched faith.

Kelfy and Piggy | 17 Years (Or, More) of Friendship This Christmas

2011-12-25T18:16:00.002+08:00

I got a little more nostalgic, a wee bit more emotional and a lot more grateful for family and friends this Christmas.

Particularly because if all goes as planned and as I would have it, this might be my last Christmas spent back in Penang.

So, I treasure everything and find them more precious as the days go by.

Anyway, moving on.....

Kelfy and I have been friends since forever.

We grew up in Sunday School and we sat together all the time. We moved on to attend Youth and as time went by, our bond grew stronger. We talked, we wrote and we made cards (for each other), all the time.

I clearly remember this one incident which happened when we were much younger. We were due to attend a girls-only, one-night camp at a hotel and for a reason which I can't recall, the parentals refused to give me the green light to go. I rang her up and told her the news. Next thing I know, she CHOSE to stay home so that I wouldn't feel left out.

She is an amazing person; giving, incredibly caring and very beautiful, inside and out.

Kelfy,

THANK YOU for your labour of love (also known as my Christmas present) this Chrissie. I know that you have no qualms about spending on gifts, but this year's gift is and will be (by far) the best Christmas present that I have received to date.

Love you so much,
Piggy.

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I love, love, LOVE, handwritten notes.

When the lights are down, little LED lights shine like fireflies.

Christmas with the Community | December 24th, 2011

2011-12-25T15:04:00.000+08:00

Taken with my carolers yesterday.

Blessed and Merry Christmas!

2011-12-25T00:06:00.000+08:00

Wishing you, dear readers of Chatty Lass a Blessed and Merry Christmas!

May you (always) be thankful for all that this year has brought along your path and be excited for what is to come.

It has been a joy writing and sharing a portion of my life with all of you.

Much love and tight hugs,
Melissa.

His Little But Precious Gift

2011-12-22T15:59:00.000+08:00

I'm thankful for this gift, the gift of friendship; honest-to-God friendships - where you are not afraid to offend and speak your mind, where you love and give more than you expect in return, where you spend hours together doing silly nothings and talking crazy nonsense and laugh for no good reason..... where you get to do life together with another person.

I'm thankful for it. Truly.

A very dear friend wrote {this} post a little while ago. It's a good one, I think I'll keep it here with me.

Us both at John and Hui Min's wedding. :)

Infographics

2011-12-21T17:22:00.001+08:00

:: Definition: Graphic visual representations of information, data or knowledge ::

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#Too cute!

Live :: Dream :: Love

2011-12-21T12:25:00.001+08:00

Live Beautifully

Dream Passionately

Love Completely

#Word. #Noted.

I Carry Your Heart in Mine

2011-12-21T01:23:00.001+08:00

Someday, When I Have My Own Place...

2011-12-20T16:30:00.000+08:00

I will turn one of the corners of my home into the perfect spot to curl up with a book - Pristine but minimal furnishing, fluffy pillows and a ray of sunlight.

Like so.

YI Christmas Celebration 2011 | The Event

2011-12-20T03:31:00.002+08:00

Printed posters and hours of canvassing for ideas later, the event finally came to pass.

It was a success - Our expectations were met, the sense of His joy in the atmosphere was beautiful and my heart is ever grateful for all that He has done, is doing and will be doing.

If I may, a little snapshot of the evening's deco.

Movie Review | Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol

2011-12-19T23:38:00.002+08:00

I have not stepped into the cinema for ages. Literally. The last movie I recalled watching was Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

With Christmas approaching in less than a week and my gifts list getting longer by the day, I gathered that today was a good day to start shopping and be on a lookout for gifts.

I rounded up the mall in an hour and bought 85% of the gifts. (Fantastic workout session by the way, I felt incredibly energised. The only thing that was hurt in the process was my purse.)

With so much time to spare, on an impulse, I purchased a ticket to watch Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol.

If I was anxious about watching the then yummy Tom Cruise back in 2000 (Mission: Impossible II), this time around, I was more interested in hot stuff, Jeremy Renner. This Daniel Craig look-alike gives my butterflies in my tummy. In a good way. And, those slithering blue-green veins on his hands... What I would give to.... {clears throat} Oh, and his acting is pretty great as well.

I LOVED the fourth installment. It is the best of the MI series.

The plot was suspenseful, the action scenes were stylish and the inclusion of the latest gadgets (iPhone and iPad) in the scenes was a huge plus point. I loved the injection of humour in some of the more intense scenes. It was fresh, gripping and choked with spectacular stunts.

I LOVED that I was kept at the edge of my seat for the most part of the running time.

Director Brad Bird {sniggers} should take on the Bond installment next. With such creativity and daring directing, I believe that he would soon rock and stun Hollywood with some of the best action films ever to be made.

Nanny Duty

2011-12-16T16:50:00.004+08:00

I have been offering my excellent babysitting skills to my dear friend, Mi-Chelle since forever and, I got my wish today. Well, sort of.

I played with Baby Kyra, kept her entertained, fed and patted her to sleep. Standard nanny duty. I just couldn't bring myself to change her. Not just yet.

She's nine months already; thriving, absolutely adorable and so luscious.

Chubby cheeks and that cheeky face. Too cute!

Asleep on my chest, purring like a happy kitten.

For Deelle on Her Birthday

2011-12-16T00:23:00.000+08:00

The 9 Most Deadly Words in the English Language Used by Women

2011-12-15T00:31:00.000+08:00

Women all over the world would pelt me with saucepans and stone me with their cakes (Hey, I just made up an oxymoron!) for this post, but the time has finally come. The vault of secrecy has to be unlocked, because the truth needs to be told.

Men of the world, guys, doods, boys... All those with XY chromosomes in your DNA - Listen up and listen good.

Learn to memorise these nine words, take them to heart and teach yourself to recognise them. It will save you a whole. lot. of. trouble, believe me.

With no further delay, I unleash to you

The 9 Most Deadly Words in the English Language Used by Women

P/S: Kindly ignore the profanity found in no.8 and substitute the explanation with "You're an idiot/moron/jerk.

Last Wedding for 2011 | John + Hui Min - Dec 10th, 2011.

2011-12-14T15:51:00.002+08:00

I was personally invited for three weddings this year. Here's the kicker: I was asked if I could worship lead, for the same three weddings as well.

I said 'Yes' to all three, because they are dear friends of mine. It was more of an honour and privilege on my part, rather than a task.

Here are some unofficial pictures from last Saturday's wedding.

Picture credits to Aunty Melinda of Melsong.

Did the best version of 'Shout to the Lord' that I've ever done with the team. My heart is full and blessed.

With Aunty Melinda.

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Dearest John and Hui Min,

I have nothing but best wishes as the both of you begin your journey as a married couple. The honour and thanks is mine, thank you for blessing me with the privilege to worship lead on the most important day of your lives. May His choicest blessings and cords of love bind your hearts together, always.

With love,
Melissa.

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It Takes Two!

2011-12-13T20:26:00.000+08:00

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"When you combine what you LOVE to do (Passion!) with what you are GOOD at (Skill), you will make history."

Sidney Mohede

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#LOVE this! #Life lesson and reminder.

Unfading Beauty

2011-12-12T01:30:00.000+08:00

Holidays Update - Week Two

2011-12-11T23:45:00.002+08:00

I've spent more time journaling this time around - recording what I see and feel, writing down my dreams and desires... It's not easy because most of the time, I'd rather just keep 'em all inside or ignore them; in hopes that I will either forget them or they will forget me, whichever comes first.

But, I decided on a different path this time around. I learned that every story is important and every detail matters.

I had a busy but fulfilling weekend (singing for a friend's wedding - more on that soon) and a FULLY packed week awaits me. So, grace, strength and more grace!

I wrote this late last night.

"I feel as though I can't breathe. My heart feels so heavy. My mind is troubled.

You watch every movement of my heart, You listen to my every heartbeat, You hear every silent cry (when I can't find the strength to sob it all out) and You know every emotion. You know it all. You said that "all of our days are ordained before even one of them came to be". You had it all planned out, You have mapped it all in perfect harmony; in every trial, a testimony is born, in every heartache, faith is developed and nurtured, with each impossible situation, You display for all to see that Your greatness defies every expectation."

#Waiting, trusting, HOPING and BELIEVING. He's able, He's more than able.

Jeremiah 33:3

2011-12-08T15:36:00.001+08:00

#Exceedingly, abundantly... Above ALL we could ever ask or imagine.

Guide to Life: Creative Living

2011-12-07T01:51:00.000+08:00

Learned this over and again (75460141 times, give or take) this year and while I may regret the miniscule 10% of wrongs I have made (be it intentionally or unintentionally), the other 90% has been life-altering, in one way or the other.

I do not think that a person should fear making mistakes. Mistakes will never have the upper hand in a person's life unless one allows it to be so. Choosing to not rise above the mistake, now THAT is fear; a crippling one.

Rise above that mistake. Look at it from a different viewpoint (Perspective, perspective, perspective!) - If you've been scrutinizing every detail, it's time to survey that mistake from another vantage point.

Because, we're not meant to live in a creative world with a limited mind and constrained creativity.

Wedding Set List

2011-12-06T15:50:00.000+08:00

{Click on the image to enlarge}

A portion of the set list for a friend's wedding this Saturday. Learning up these two songs for rehearsal tonight. #I LOVE weddings.

Pet Peeve - Irresponsible People

2011-12-05T16:55:00.002+08:00

I HATE irresponsible people.

Just so you know, the world does not revolve around you.

One Life, One God - And, He's Awesome!

2011-12-02T12:05:00.000+08:00

Happiness - What It Really Is

2011-12-01T02:42:00.002+08:00

#Guide to life. #Reminder.

Food, Drivers and Family - Guess Where?

2011-12-01T02:27:00.002+08:00

I'm writing this in my bedroom, laptop propped up on my lap with quilt shielding my feet from the cold air-conditioning.

It's only Day 3 but I have stuffed myself with half the items on my 'What I Have Been Missing Out On and MUST Have When I Am Back in Penang' foodie list and I am still on the roll.

I'm already annoyed with the drivers here since Day 1.

Sideline: Doods and dudettes, please note that the farthest lane on the right is called 'The FAST Lane'. And, it is called that for a reason. So, if you are looking to slow-cruise your way to your destination (read: drive at 60km/h or any figure below that), MOVE. OVER. TO. ANOTHER. LANE.

{exhales}

{flips hair}

{continues writing this blog post without banging the keyboard}

Max squirms and runs into hiding when he sees me because he is terrified that I'll smother him with my kisses. He is obviously overreacting. People ALWAYS say that 'Absence makes the heart grow fonder'. What a little drama queen!

I'm missing my life in KL and feeling a little homesick (read: KL and my rented room in KL) at the moment.

But, catch-ups and nights out with friends, along with snuggling up to my parents in their bed is helping. A whole lot.

Happy December the First, y'all!

Cuppacake

2011-11-25T16:35:00.007+08:00

Chamomile tea, a red velvet cupcake, feet up and enjoying the evening sun.

#Sweet days!

What I Woke Up To This Morning

2011-11-24T12:12:00.005+08:00

Fluttered my eyes open and I was greeted with picturesque cumulus, right out my window.

#I just stood there, standstill, for almost 15 minutes; mesmerised, thankful for a new day, full of hope.

His Will, His Grace - More Than Enough

2011-11-23T20:05:00.006+08:00

How beautiful is the above quote; not because of eloquence alone, but more so because of the power of its' truth.

I'm reminiscing, reflecting, enjoying the moment, thinking, dreaming... Just lapping up every moment, cherishing every second.

The past nine (and a half) months has been amazing, insane, challenging and rewarding - all of it; the good, the bad and (I daresay) even the ugly.

I have grown, more than I have for some time. I have learned to love more, give more and expect less. I realised that dreams, they are worth pursuing.

Most important, His grace... I sense it, I see it and I feel it. All the time.

Walking in His will, it's the best way to do life.

As I am writing this, I am reminded of Abram (before he was called Abraham); the time where God spoke to him to pack up and leave all that was familiar to him to a land where God will show him. No directions, no name... Nothing. Nada. Zilch.

The only other thing that was told to him after that instruction was this,

"I will make you into a great nation,
and I will bless you;
I will make your name great,
and you will be a blessing.
I will bless those who bless you,
and whoever curses you I will curse;
and all peoples on earth
will be blessed through you."

Genesis 12:2-3 (New International Version)

Abram's story, it's my life's story. Well, almost.

I wanted the transition to be easy. I wanted to adapt easily and unplug myself from the previous socket to this new one, and just get on with it.

I prayed every night for the coming days to be easier. I pleaded every night to be back to where I was familiar with. I wrestled every night with giving up, packing up and leaving.

It wasn't until four months later that I realised: He never promised easy, but He did promise that He will be here; right here, right now where I was and be with me.

It wasn't the best of promises (at least that was what I thought at the time) but I'll take what I can get.

Now, almost ten months later, I can (without a shadow of doubt) testify and affirm this to you: "The will of God will never take you where the grace of God will not protect you."

#Grateful and thankful.

I Never Thought This Day Would Come...

2011-11-22T19:28:00.009+08:00

... but it did.

I have been converted - From my Chatime only, strictly no milk tea policy to a fan of Gong Cha's Signature Green Tea (which, as you very well can see belongs to the milk tea family).

P/S: Not to worry Chatime, Gong Cha's menu is pretty limited. You'll still have my business should my craving for mango green tea (slight sugar, no ice) with aloe vera arise.

UPDATE at 7.43pm: My drink is half-finished and I am already feeling light-headed and nauseous. My conversion lasted for 15 minutes. I am switching back to NO milk tea, Chatime only STAT!

"I Used EVERYTHING You Gave Me"

2011-11-22T18:17:00.000+08:00

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"When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single talent left and could say, I used EVERYTHING You gave me."

Erma Bombeck

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#LOVE this, a life completely spent; poured out like a drink offering, as Paul puts it.

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Related post(s):

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The Things People Say Just to Get a Day Off

2011-11-22T00:36:00.001+08:00

Seen at our PM's Facebook page at 12.25am.

I WILL Be Grateful

2011-11-21T23:13:00.003+08:00

- For a beautiful morning

- For a hearty lunch and quality time spent with a dear friend

- For the opportunity to share His Word to that same dear friend

- For family: For a Daddy who calls me his darling, for a Mummy who always treasures me in her heart and for a sister who loves me unconditionally

- (Even) for the evening rain that pretty much cancelled my workout plan for today

#Being grateful, it's a choice - to see the good in every day even if it's not that good of a day.

NOBODY Likes This.

2011-11-20T21:36:00.001+08:00

#With an alarming rate of increased nonsense appearing on my News Feed daily, I may have to resort to doing this sooner than expected. When that day comes, you will be sure to read of it here.

Keep Calm... And, Find A Mr. Darcy

2011-11-20T21:18:00.003+08:00

Disclaimer: I've never been one to spend and pass my days with romance novels. I may have to write them every now and then and I may have written a couple of mushy posts here at Chatty Lass but I do not buy romance novels.

#I just had to. My Jane Austen persona would kick my Cynical self in the gut if I didn't publish this.

YI Christmas Celebration 2011 | Brainstorming!

2011-11-19T20:30:00.004+08:00

{This} was only the prelude for what is to come.

This {points below} is where the real work begins.

#LOVE brainstorming sessions!

Cakes and Tea

2011-11-19T18:17:00.001+08:00

#My favourite way to spend a late afternoon or an early evening - A cosy little cafe, a mug of peppermint tea, cakes and heart-to-heart conversations that last for hours.

Dearest Vicky,

I am thankful that our paths crossed and I am even more grateful that we get to do life together. You're a blessing and gift from above.

Much love and hugs,
Melissa.

Chrissie Tree

2011-11-18T10:11:00.001+08:00

The Skies Above are Clear Again... Because,

2011-11-16T22:57:00.001+08:00

Did a little Photoshop therapy as soon as I sent in the last of my assignments for 2011. I know that the sequence of the song is not in its correct order but I am too jaded and thrilled at the same time to be my anal self.

#Happy, HAPPY days.

Life Lessons on Serving - Start Small, GROW Bigger

2011-11-14T23:45:00.006+08:00

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"If you won't do something with the little that you have, why should God reward you with more?"

Pr. Matt Fielder

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My life's story, truly. If I may, a few life lessons that I have picked up along the way...

- Start small, GROW bigger.

- Be faithful in the small things, HE will promote you to bigger responsibilities in His time.

- If you can't be faithful with the small things, you will not get to bigger things because God looks for character, not ability.

- Have a big HEART, not a big head.

Related post(s):

Ruling and Serving

No Daddy, No Baby

2011-11-14T19:35:00.002+08:00

FB Chat transcripts - Two days apart.

P/S: Contrary to popular belief, I do not wake up EACH day with a longing to have a baby. On certain days, I am not even sure if I want to have children of my own someday.

Extraordinary Love

2011-11-13T21:26:00.003+08:00

How true. #Noted and reminded - Mad, passionate, extraordinary.

"Kopi Say Leh"

2011-11-11T20:12:00.000+08:00

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Pammy Pam,

This was a surprise, but the best kind. I laughed for a good minute with tears rolling down my cheeks. I then proceeded to watch it again, and I think the stomach cramps that I had for a short while back then was due to excessive laughter.

We should watch it TOGETHER when I am back. Can't wait for dates then!

Cheers and hugs,
Melissa.

4am

2011-11-11T03:57:00.002+08:00

Hello, we meet again!

We HAVE. GOT. TO. STOP. meeting like this.

I'd rather go to sleep with you.

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P/S: Once I get off uni at 12pm sharp afterwards, I am hibernating for 12 hours straight.

YI Christmas Celebration 2011 | Poster

2011-11-09T10:23:00.001+08:00

Designed and done. Sent it for printing today. The rest of the planning is already on the way. #So excited for Christmas!

Morning Devotion - My Personal Favourite

2011-11-09T09:48:00.003+08:00

As I was editing one of my favourite Bible verses above, an old hymn (which I love) popped into my mind. It says,

"Turn your eyes upon Jesus,
Look full in His wonderful face,
And the things of the earth will grow strangely dim,
In the light of His glory and grace."

Most of the time, we share with Him the desires of our hearts and then, wait for and expect Him to grant it. Only when the granting happens, do we delight ourselves, not in Him, but in His blessings.

I believe that when David wrote this Psalm, he walked with the Lord so closely that he knew by heart that God comes through, all the time.

When He says 'No', it is only because He has something better in store. When He says 'Don't', it is to spare us from heartaches and detours from His will. When He says 'Not yet', it is not denial but it is delay with purpose - for strengthening our faith and enlarging our hearts.

Can I encourage you to seek HIM first? Just Him, for who He is.

Not for His blessings, not for what He can do for you.

He WILL do it for you; His blessings will be poured and His goodness and mercy will follow you for all the days of your life (Psalm 23:6). That is His promise. It is His truth.

Go beyond the blessings. Look for more. Go deeper. Build an everlasting relationship with Him that will change your life.

So much love,
Melissa.

When High School Mates Congregate on Facebook (Part II)

2011-11-07T18:41:00.004+08:00

They remind you of why you hate exercise with a vengeance.

#Missing my time in school like you wouldn't believe right now.

Related post(s):

When High School Mates Congregate on Facebook (Part I)

When High School Mates Congregate on Facebook (Part I)

2011-11-07T12:51:00.004+08:00

We do one thing, and one thing alone - We trade on embarrassing secrets.

Exactly how embarrassing, you ask?

THIS embarrassing {points at the print screen below}

#I have got to get my hands on every copy of that year's year book and incinerate it. Immediately.

Playlist | November 6th, 2011

2011-11-06T23:04:00.001+08:00

Tonight's playlist. {Click on the image to enlarge}

#Christmas came three days earlier this year!

Peek-A-Boo!

2011-11-06T21:20:00.003+08:00

Alexis with The Little Uncle

2011-11-05T17:54:00.000+08:00

Us both.

We decided on Alexis (the one in Bangsar) as our lunch date venue.

First things, first. I loved the food but was incredibly disappointed with the service provided.

Our drinks took ages to arrive, we needed to remind the waiters over and again for refills and even when we asked for the cheque, the processing took f.o.r.e.v.e.r. To add salt to the wound, there wasn't even a full house occupancy; the place was only 65% full.

The only redeeming point for Alexis (the Bangsar joint; don't bother going to the one in The Gardens, it doesn't taste as good) is the food.

Onto the good stuff, our orders.

Gamberetto Pizza - Thin crust pizza with a tomato base, topped with succulent garlic prawns, oven-dried tomatoes and a generous helping of rocket.

I nipped and picked out every single shred of the greens but decided to taste a tiny leaf at the very last second before having my slice, only to put it all back because it complemented the taste of the pizza.

I loved how the tangy taste of the tomatoes, the juicy sauteed prawns and slightly sweet herb tasted when the pizza was folded (the ONLY right way to have this pizza).

Angelhair Aglio Olio - Angelhair pasta lightly stir-fried with olive oil, garlic and chilli flakes and served with grilled yabbies (small freshwater crayfish).

Scrumptious! Delish! The pasta was cooked al dente with the right proportion of spices, it was really perfection with every forkful.

We shared our orders and ended the meal on a sweet note.

Alexis' Tiramisu Cake - I raved about it {here}.

The best tiramisu cake I have ever had. Truly. And, I have had my fair share of 'em.

It was a dream - The kirsch sponge cake was soaked in cognac but not too much that it is soggy, followed by a layer of cream cheese specked with chocolate shavings and another layer of the sinful alcohol-dipped layer, with a coating of caramelised almonds (my favourite part of the cake and I got you guys a close-up of it).

There ya go!

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For more information on the Alexis, do check out their website {here}.

Daddy's Girl

2011-11-05T00:53:00.003+08:00

And, proud of it!

| Tonight's text session with the most handsome man I know. |

Melissa: Goodnight, Daddy. Love you. Hugs and kisses.

Daddy: Hello, my sweet Papadom. Yeah, love you lots too. ........................ Get a good rest. Goodnight.

Melissa: WHY are you calling me Papadom?! Explain yourself, please.

Daddy: I love them.

Melissa: You love papadoms? Since when? You have never asked for extras whenever we are at Velloo Villas.

Daddy: There, they are not so nice. Those that are nice, I like. Anyway, why are you so troublesome? I call you that because I like and love you la!

Melissa: HAHAHAHAHAHAHA. It was on purpose. I wanted you to say that you love me, AGAIN. I love you too!

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My pet name is constantly evolving and graduating, for the better (I hope).

First, it was 'Cheesecake'. Then, it was 'Darling Cheesecake'. And now, 'Sweet Papadom'.

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P/S: Daddy,

It is my one and only wish that your pet names for me get sweeter in time. God forbid one day, these pet names plummet to the depths of Cheesy-Ville or I be called 'Petai' or 'Durians' (your MOST favourite foods in all the world) - I can't decide which of the two is worse.

Love you too much,
Melissa.

Little Munchkin

2011-11-04T18:26:00.001+08:00

In His Time

2011-11-04T13:25:00.004+08:00

Someday. I hope.

Jealousy - Massive Relationship Killer

2011-11-03T17:36:00.003+08:00

Every. single. morning.

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The Cheating Owner

Enthralling Beauty

2011-11-03T00:30:00.003+08:00

For us to be mesmerised with His love and captivated by His grace, it is rightly so. It is beyond beautiful and words fail to capture the magnitude of it.

But, the truth that He is enthralled (captivated, enchanted, enraptured, fascinated, held spellbound, mesmerized, riveted...) by mere us; it is knowledge too much to bear, love too vast to comprehend and joy unlike any other.

Only a Saviour can cause us to gape in awe and supersede all thoughts and imagination natural. Only a Redeemer will pour out love and choose an undeserving world over His own life.

His name is King Jesus.

And, He is enthralled by you. By me. By us.

I'm changed forever by this truth. I'm ruined for all else by this revelation.

Opening Up and Sharing

2011-11-01T20:53:00.002+08:00

Opening up and sharing - especially about how I feel - it is one of the hardest and most difficult things for me to do.

Because, most of the time, I can't quite place a finger on what I'm feeling. Other times, I think and I view situations from my perspective and I thought I know. Half of the time, I am right. The remaining half? I could be partially right and still be a little off base.

So, when I do finally open up and share, I have this expectation for answers.

I refer to it as a 'troubleshooting session'; where I unload it all and the person on the receiving end - You are to analyse, decipher the codes and come up to me with the meaning behind those codes and then, we discuss my next move, because believe me when I say that I have done a whole lot of brain racking and heart searching before I even remotely considered the possibility of coming to you.

But today, I realised that it is not about the answers. Not all the time.

On some days where I open up and share, it isn't all about getting answers. It is about knowing that the other person is there for you, no matter what. It is about knowing that you are not forgotten and cared for.

True, he/she may not have all the answers you need for your woes; but to know that you are loved and never forgotten, that is enough.

More than enough for today.

iCloud - Pfft!

2011-10-31T15:58:00.003+08:00

| About two weeks ago, at one of the Apple labs in Taylors. |

Debra: I can't wait to try out iCloud.

Melissa (asks with eyes fixed on Facebook): Another new Apple software? What does it do?

Debra (explains excitedly): Oh, iCloud allows us Mac users to transfer data straight from an iPhone to a laptop without needing a cable.

Melissa (rolls eyes): Pfft... PC users had that from long ago. We call it Bluetooth.

Every Day - YOU Make It

2011-10-31T12:23:00.001+08:00

#Not just today, every day - I'm going with embracing change, learning something new, learning to love and give more; and expect LESS.

Yay!

2011-10-30T18:45:00.001+08:00

Looks at the above pic again.

Y! A! Y!

Letting It Go

2011-10-29T01:07:00.002+08:00

{Click on the image to enlarge} Thanks, Uncle Kenny! :)

Found this nugget of timely wisdom on my wall tonight.

#Grateful that He is listening, He is leading and guiding; slowly but surely, always and all the time.

Lessons to Impart

2011-10-28T21:58:00.000+08:00

to my children when I have some.

For Greater Things Not Seen Just Yet,

2011-10-28T20:21:00.002+08:00

#Reminder. #Life lessons.

Little Gifts

2011-10-27T22:40:00.000+08:00

Thanks for this picture, Esther Tham. :) More so, thanks for blessing me with the privilege to worship lead on your Big Day. Much love.

Baby Date: 7 Months

2011-10-25T18:54:00.002+08:00

Those chubby cheeks and that cheeky grin, they make my heart crumble to a million happy pieces.

October 24th, 2011 - 15 Already?!

2011-10-24T00:00:00.004+08:00

Happiest and most Blessed Birthday to my little sister, Angeline!

I stumbled upon this quote not too long ago, which I love - because the similarity is uncanny when it comes to my role as your sister.

I may laugh, be a little mean sometimes, dish out tough love when needed and my middle names might as well be 'Cynical' and 'Sarcastic'. But when it matters most, I will be there - It's a promise, always and forever.

Love you,
Jie Jie.

First Meal in 24 Hours

2011-10-19T14:36:00.001+08:00

..... that I'm able to hold down for more than an hour. Let's hope that this keeps up.

My Ears Hurt!

2011-10-17T22:10:00.001+08:00

Because, I have been wearing my headphones for the past four hours (or more, I don't know; I've lost track of time).

I just checked 'em out in the mirror.

They're not looking too good. They're both in fire-engine red shade.

This {points below} is to blame.

{Click on the image to enlarge}

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