tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-94959842024-03-07T13:54:54.769+08:00M e t a c o g n i t i o nThinking...Knowing...Learning...ControlDawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.comBlogger1430125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-80219972040051019412016-08-14T16:25:00.000+08:002016-08-14T20:18:42.486+08:00Will children end up hating Joseph Schooling?This week or to be exact, just these two days (What?Only two days has passed since Joseph Schooling won our nation's first Olympic gold medal? Felt like a long time from the barrage of media coverage), it has been a SCHOOLING craze. From the moment I wake up and open my Facebook, there's a ton of posts and news all about him- his past, his glories, the international news about him and even his stopover at an airport before returning back to Singapore. Also, not forgetting, the amount of jokes that was circulating as well.<br />
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Anyway, as a parent of two young children, aged 8 and 9, I am concerned not of the attention Joseph is getting. Of course, he deserves it. Afterall, he has worked so hard for it and achieved not only an Olympic Gold Medal but an Olympic Record! If I could, I would also wish to welcome him back at the airport tomorrow morning. I am concerned about the aftermath of this..<br />
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From the parenting point of view, I am concerned that parents may give undue pressure to our children because of this. To be honest, I am a little uneasy when people give comments to other parents that their child would be the next Joseph Schooling or Joscelin Yeo. Yes, dreaming has become more a reality when "there was a time when people said that Singapore won't make it, but we did" and I am not saying we shouldn't dream. I am a huge believer of dreams and making sure that we spend each day a little closer to that dream. What I want to emphasize here is that I believe that we are all created unique and the last thing I want to see is to see the next generation growing up unhappy and losing that sense of awe and wonderment when they achieved something because they didn't even believe or buy into it in the first place. I want to see the next generation find their own purpose in life and become what they were meant to be.<br />
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Just last night, I attended the NUS Alumni Family Day where we caught the movie, "Kung Fu Panda 3". One of the quotes that I remembered so clearly between the Master Shifu and Po, the panda was..<br />
<b>Po:</b> Teaching? There’s no way I’m ever gonna be like you!<br />
<strong>Shifu:</strong> I’m not trying to turn you into me; I’m trying to turn you into you.<br />
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This is exactly what we should want from our children. Not to turn them into the next Joseph Schooling or Joscelin Yeo, but to guide them and turn them to be what they were created for...which I am sure will be a greater purpose and meaning than what WE WANT for our children.<br />
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I am not sure if this craze has led us to end up comparing our children with Joseph Schooling or not but I sure pray that we should pick up the positive style of parentings that Colin and May Schooling did for Joseph throughout this whole swimming journey instead.<br />
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Here's what I have learnt from them:<br />
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1) <b>Let your child dream his own dream</b> <br />
At the age of 6, Schooling told his parents he wanted to be in the Olympic Games<br />
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2) <b>Get involved</b><br />
Be supportive of your child's dream and not brush it aside as something that won't earn much money and useless. I think this is a huge factor of your child's success.It's amazing and mind boggling to see the tremendous effort put in by Colin and May. <br />
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They literally invested their time and effort in supporting their son every way they can so as to help him realise his dream. (oh, and not forgetting submitting scientific studies, documentations, newspaper clippings to Singapore Sports Council and to authorities involved to defer their son's NS)<br />
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3) <b>Enjoy time with your child</b><br />
From the articles and news coverage I have been reading, its so evident the parents' strong love for their son. They made sure one parent would be around to be with him at all times. <br />
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4) <b>Impart good family values</b><br />
Despite spending so much time involved in the sport, they also both made sure that Joseph receives proper upbringing and to raise him up with good family values.<br />
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The title of this post is as such because I do not want us to keep on comparing and nagging at our children such that every sentence when we discipline them, ends up with what Joseph Schooling did right and what they did wrong. <br />
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Let us learn from what Colin and May did right so that we stand as coaches and mentors for our children instead.<br />
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Happy Parenting the next generation!<br />
<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-55586504406300270102016-01-25T08:17:00.001+08:002016-01-25T08:17:59.715+08:00Cool Playground in Punggol..so far!My children have not outgrown playgrounds yet and I guess, its not a bad thing. Playgrounds are fun especially the really old retros ones or even the new complicated and challenging ones. Each has its own attractiveness. Though I appreciate the simplicity of the retro playgrounds, I too marvel at the new ones that allow the children to feel more challenged and have fun at the same time.<br />
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Discovered a new playground in Punggol which was awesomely cool with fun, education and challenge all in one...not forgetting, the amazing view of the waterway!<br />
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Check it out if you can!<br />
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For education, there's the sound pipes, the "dish" and one that allows you to talk to another person like a speaker.<br />
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For challenge, there's the rock climbing wall for you to climb and to enter through the small hole on top the vertical cage.<br />
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Check this playground out at Block 673A Edgefield Plains in Punggol, along the waterway<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-21611872074392183322016-01-22T11:02:00.001+08:002016-01-22T11:02:14.224+08:00Opening of Waterway PointMy baby has grown..nope, I am not talking about my flesh and blood, but my hometown- Punggol! About 12 years ago when we bought this place, I loved it because it was new and young, like a baby. I wanted to see this place grow and to see new shops sprouting out as if it was her first baby steps. <br />
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Over the years, I have seen changes. Lots of them. From a change of supermarkets, food stalls to new coffeeshops and shops sprouting all across the town, with its latest- The Safra Club and Waterway Point. Finally, we have our own big shopping centre!<br />
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At its soft launch opening on the 18 Jan, I went with my Taiwanese mummy friend to visit the mall in the morning, thinking that it wont be so crowded. I was proven dead wrong!<br />
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Check out the crowd and queues for the free movie tickets at 945am! Heard from my nearby supermarket lady that there were people waiting outside the mall early in the morning, wanting to be the first to go in when it opened.<br />
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Just when I thought I would only see retirees and housewives there. Perpetual question on my mind was.. "Where did all these people come from? Don't they need to work??" It felt like a regular weekend in a mall. Nobody would have guessed it was a Monday morning!<br />
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To be frank, when I first heard it would be Times bookshop here than Popular, I was disappointed because Popular seemed more affordable and not as pricey. But when I took a look at the new Times Bookshop there, I was pleasantly surprised. My friend made a good point about the bookshop. Most of the books were not wrapped. So it means, we can browse and read in the bookshop. Moreover, there is a nice cosy corner for children to do their reading at the shop!<br />
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There are basically two wings- East wing and the West wing. In the East Wing, there are only 3 levels (B2, B1 and L1) while in the West wing there are 4 levels (B2, B1, L1 and L2). Basically, the Cinema and Supermarket is at B2, food court ,Indoor pre-schooler playground, Time Bookshop are at West Wing L2. Food is everywhere.<br />
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<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-20411275934613719502016-01-13T08:06:00.000+08:002016-01-13T08:10:37.871+08:00Back from hiatus!Oh gosh, when I decided to revive my blog this morning, I checked back at my last posting and I can't believe that it has been 9-10 months since my last post.<br />
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Took a short hiatus because I was swarmed with children and work. Went back into teaching during the second semester to a school that is near my house and just opposite my children's school. However, things didnt work out well as school ended really late for me and by the time I picked my children up from school, it was close to evening and I had to rush preparing dinner before I scoot off for tuition at 630pm.<br />
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Did not like having so little time with my children. Did not like asking my children to always have lunch in school which always end up them eating so little and unhealthily. Did not like the fact to hear them complain when they have to stay back in the school library to wait for me to finish class. On the other side, I also face complains from my Sec 3 students as they want me to stay back and give them remedial. They need to see me after school to ask questions etc etc.<br />
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So, I guess its better to make one side happy then to make both sides unhappy. That explains my retirement..for the SECOND time. (First time was when Caleb, my older one was about to enter primary one)<br />
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Having time now with my children is priceless as I watch them grow and being co-workers with God to raise them up. He has opened my eyes to see my children differently and to be their friend, mentor and coach is definitely a learning process but am definitely embracing it with love.<br />
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As a parent volunteer on the first day of school to help out the Primary One Parents, had the opportunity to catch my children during recess. How awesome!<br />
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These are wonderful memories that I will treasure forever.Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-91392394350086810172015-03-26T09:33:00.000+08:002015-03-26T09:33:07.212+08:00A great legacy to be continued...<br />
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It has been the fourth day since the passing of our first prime minister on 23 March 2015, 3:18am. I have been overwhelmed with emotions (not one that lead me to tears but one that stirs up my heart so much to want to do something) as I watch the numerous pictures and videos online or on television when various parts of the world send their condolences as well as stories from his past. <br />
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A man highly respected for turning Singapore from a 3rd world country to a 1st world country (with an average per capita GDP of just $427.9 in 1960, Singapore surged more than a hundred times to over $55,000 in 2013, making the country one of the richest), a man who had the foresight of making English our first language as well as to promote bilingualism and of course the list just goes on and on.<br />
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There are just so many lessons to be learnt from him and I wish my children can catch on them and run with it in their lives. <br />
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I was just speaking to my husband, Chee Tiong about how he is a perfect example to what I call a great leader. If you take up books on leadership off the shelves and read through their recommendations of how to be a good leader, I know Lee Kuan Yew has most or even all of those points ticked off.<br />
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So as I reflect on his achievements, but more so his personality, I think about what speaks to me most and how I want to pass this on to my next generation.<br />
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After learning so much about him over these past few days, the first thing that strikes me most is his <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>discipline</strong></span>. And because he was so disciplined, he was a man of great intelligence, with no patience for mediocrity. He excelled in what he pursued and was very <span style="font-size: large;">focused</span> on what he wants and with that, the rest comes in for e.g having a strict diet, accompanying with exercise, to master his languages to make that connection with people all around (even till he was 90 years old, he was still learning Chinese). His <span style="font-size: large;">determination</span> and <span style="font-size: large;">fighting spirit</span> is so evident in his life even during his final years.<br />
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Secondly, what I hope to pass on to my children, is his <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>kindness</strong></span> he never failed to show to the people around him. Hearing interviews from his children and from the public who had a personal encounter with him all spoke the same time about how he never fail to keep in touch with his friends, ask about them and spends time with them. He appreciates relationship and makes effort to sustain them. Simply put, he deeply cared for people.<br />
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Next is his <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>reliability</strong></span><span style="font-size: small;">. Families and friends all know that they can depend on him if anything goes wrong. A very responsible man who takes care of the country as well as his family. And because he is a man of <span style="font-size: large;">integrity</span>, all of us knew he can be trusted with the country. (Singapore became one of the least corrupted nation in the world) As long as it is corrupt-free, then the country can progress! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I remember reading in the news that Lee Kuan Yew rejected a bribe of US$3.3 million from CIA when he discovered their covert operation in Singapore in 1960. That would be worth about US$26 million today. Instead, he asked for US$33 million in economic-development aid to Singapore and Malaysia instead. What he did instead was to use his advantageous position for the betterment of the nation. </span><br />
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And despite being such a great man of influence and inspiration, he remained <strong><span style="font-size: large;">simple</span></strong> and <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>humble</strong></span><span style="font-size: small;">. They had no shower for the longest time, preferring to scoop water from a large earthenware jar at bath-time. It was only after Mrs Lee had a stroke in London in 2003 that their children installed a shower before she returned home. </span><br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-71250341627191320062015-02-04T10:11:00.001+08:002015-02-04T10:11:03.738+08:00HOPEDuring these tumultuous times with the aircraft accidents, the terrorists, unrests etc etc, the whole world is shaken. To be honest, there is nowhere safe to go. Even when you think Singapore is safe, there are also many reports of killings in homes and in crowded places like Raffles City or even rioting in Little India.<br />
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End of last year, my friend challenged me to think of ONE word for the new year in 2015 that will carry with you for the rest of the year. As I was thinking, the word, "HOPE" popped up in my mind.<br />
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To clarify, the word, "Hope" is not how most of us think of as, "I hope it will not rain today." What I meant by the word "Hope" in a biblical sense is "a confident expectation". Hope is a firm assurance of things that are unclear and unknown. Without hope, life has no meaning and in death, there is no hope.<br />
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As there are so many uncertainties in this world, I just want to cling onto something that is trustworthy, solid and does not change and that is in Jesus Christ who says He is the same yesterday and today and forever (Hebrews 13:8).<br />
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So whatever happens in this world or around me, I know that I can have joy and peace because of my hope in the Lord because He has conquered death and His promises hold true forever.<br />
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"Therefore, since we have been justified<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28049A" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28049A" title="See cross-reference A">A</a>)"></sup> through faith,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28049B" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28049B" title="See cross-reference B">B</a>)"></sup> we have peace<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28049C" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28049C" title="See cross-reference C">C</a>)"></sup> with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28049D" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28049D" title="See cross-reference D">D</a>)"></sup> <span class="text Rom-5-2" id="en-NIV-28050">through whom we have gained access<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28050E" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28050E" title="See cross-reference E">E</a>)"></sup> by faith into this grace in which we now stand.<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28050F" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28050F" title="See cross-reference F">F</a>)"></sup> And we <span style="color: black; font-size: large;">rejoice</span> in the hope<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28050G" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28050G" title="See cross-reference G">G</a>)"></sup> of the glory of God.</span> <span class="text Rom-5-3" id="en-NIV-28051">Not only so, but we<span style="font-size: small;"><sup> </sup>also <span style="font-size: large;">rejoice</span> in our sufferings,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28051H" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28051H" title="See cross-reference H">H</a>)"></sup> because we know that suffering produces perseverance;<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28051I" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28051I" title="See cross-reference I">I</a>)"></sup></span></span> <span class="text Rom-5-4" id="en-NIV-28052">perseverance, character; and character, hope.</span> <span class="text Rom-5-5" id="en-NIV-28053">And <span style="font-size: large;">hope<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28053J" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28053J" title="See cross-reference J">J</a>)"></sup></span> does not disappoint us, because God’s love<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28053K" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28053K" title="See cross-reference K">K</a>)"></sup> has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-28053L" data-link="(<a href="#cen-NIV-28053L" title="See cross-reference L">L</a>)"></sup> who has been given to us."</span></div>
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-14492067091301691982014-12-18T08:10:00.000+08:002014-12-18T08:11:28.994+08:00PerspectiveLately, I have been reminded of what life is, which route to take and where I should be focussing on. As the year draws to a close, it definitely makes people more reflective during this time of the year- makes me reassess what I have been doing, my goals and whether I am heading in the right direction towards them.<br />
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My simple goals as a wife and mother used to be<br />
1) make my husband happy<br />
2) make my children happy<br />
3) make myself happy<br />
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I guess one glance at this, most wives with children would probably adopt this as well.. But my goals aren't that anymore as I feel that the more you focus on the above goals, the more you will be disappointed. For example, I try to make my child happy by doing things for them, buying what they like. Instead, this may end up not being able to be more independent, or fight over the toys I buy for them and even stop playing after a short while because they get bored of it. Its an endless cycle that will only spiral down to dissatisfaction, disappointment and disillusion. And of course, this wouldn't lead to me being happy in the end. So I have decided that it is useless chasing after these goals or striving to achieve them.<br />
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I realised throughout this year that there's only one thing that could bring me and my family <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">JOY <span style="color: black; font-size: small;">and that is to focus on God, my heavenly Father and spend time with Him</span></span>. (Not too cliché, I hope)<br />
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Do take note that I used the word, <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">JOY</span> and not happiness. Happiness is temporal- like sipping a nice glass of coffee for that ten seconds while joy is the fibre of your soul and it is eternal. It means that bad things may happen around you, but you can still sense the joy in your heart and take comfort in that.<br />
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So what is your focus? What are your goals in life? Reassess them and see if they are temporal or eternal.<br />
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I used to wish I can go Iceland and dip in hot baths, go Alaska to see the Aurora Borealis (or also known as Northern Lights) but to be honest, all of that seem so faint now that I think of what's more important. I think of a person lying on his death bed, would he wish for all those? I doubt so.. To be honest, I have travelled to so many parts of the world since young as my dad used to bring the whole family around for holidays. But after that, so what? So what if I have been to South Africa, even Hawaii two times, to New Zealand more than four times? It really doesn't matter and no one really cares.<br />
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So, if you are going a rough patch or suffering so much that you ever wonder if there is a God up there, I am here to tell you that: "For whatever reason God chose to make man as he is- limited and suffering and subject to sorrows and death- He had the honesty and the courage to take His own medicine. Whatever game He is playing with His creation, He has kept His own rules and played fair. He can exact nothing from man that He has not exacted from Himself. He has Himself gone through the whole of human experience, from the trivial irritations of family life and the cramping restrictions of hard work and lack of money to the worst horrors of pain and humiliation, defeat, despair and death. When He was a man, He played the man. He was born in poverty and died in disgrace and thought it well worthwhile" (Dorothy Sayers, Creed or Chaos? p4)<br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-9789616555593908102014-11-24T10:36:00.000+08:002014-11-24T10:36:00.298+08:00My next seasonWomen are seasonal creatures, and when we look at our lives in light of the season we are in, we are better able to cope with some of the challenges and are more likely to appreciate the blessings- while we still have them. For example, it may seem that we'll never reach the end of changing diapers, endless cries of babies in the night and wee hours in the early morning or having to deal with sending our children to school or for classes etc.<br />
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Suddenly, I will have time in my hands next year while both my children go off to primary school. What will I do when I am all alone at home?<br />
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I will definitely miss having spent wonderful quality times with my princess all these time- attending BSF morning class on Mondays, doing household chores together, eating breakfast together, playing together while waiting for the school bus and just simply chatting with each other (*sobsob*)<br />
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As much as I will miss a wonderful companion in my mornings, I know that God will be bringing me to another time of life during which I will have new discoveries to make, new roles to play and new blessings to enjoy.<br />
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To be frank, God has prepared me for each season that is come and that's not surprising since I know that God has everything all planned out already as I slowly see His promises from the Bible being fulfilled and unfolded. God wants us to be prepared for our future with Him. I am pretty excited as to know what lies ahead for me- good or bad as I rest in His arms and lean on my Daddy God.<br />
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I have learnt so far that this world is not my home. If I were to suffer so that others may come to know Him, it's an honour because God will not give us something we cannot bear and His plan has always been to save us so that we can be with Him in eternity. He cares more for your life after the physical death that your temporal life here on earth. <br />
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Of course, with more time next year in the mornings, my plans are to hone my cooking skills. I always love cooking and wish to put in more effort into that next year when I have more time. And one more thing is to EXERCISE! Ever since staying at home, I haven't had the time to do that..(okay, that's an excuse) but my plan is to drop the children off at school in the morning before doing my morning exercise.<br />
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<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-54421156949666695822014-10-08T12:20:00.000+08:002014-10-08T12:20:25.741+08:00Just the 4 of us..My children have been asking me to give birth to another sibling more so during this period where we are surrounded by babies from my brother's family and my sister-in-law's family. On one hand, I don't mind as I love having more children. I always feel the more in the family, the more fun there is. However, when I think of going through the 40 weeks of ballooned tummy and the many months years after that of breastfeeding, it does put me off a little. <br />
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Of course, what is all that temporal suffering compared to the wonders of grooming a child and letting God use him/her for His glory for eternity? So I ended off my conversation with my children to pray and ask God. Let Him decide and if He wants us to have more, I am sure He will give me and CT the peace to have more...but for now, I think CT and I are contented with 2! <br />
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Moreover, since both of us are rather practical, we commented to the children before that most hawker centres only have 4 seats to a table and even when buying tickets for the family- It's usually 2 adults and 2 children. Not practical to have one more.<br />
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As a family of 4, we have been much closer and having more fun together. It's more so now because the children are older and we can now do more things together like each riding a bicycle to faraway places.<br />
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We cycled 17km from Punggol to Sengkang, Hougang, Buangkok, Yio Chu Kang then back to Punggol during Childrens' Day. It was super tiring plus the scorching heat didn't help. Thankfully, only me and Danielle were complaining a little but the boys were enjoying and zooming away in front of us!<br />
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We also watched concerts together like Festival of Praise, Cavalia and recently, went to catch Israel Houghton and New Breed (Grammy Award Winning American Christian Music Artist, singer song writing, worship leader). He is so talented and his music arrangements and technical skills are out of this world! His whole band is just so amazing to watch! So it was nice to expose my children to it as well as to focus on God during the worship time with Israel. He was also doing a live recording at that time.<br />
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Finally, during the recent Hari Raya public holiday, we went to Woodlands Waterfront despite the haze. Always wanted to visit this place as it looked really nice from the pictures online. <br />
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However, after going there today, CT and I figured once is enough because it is far and besides the big space and playground, there is nothing much there to do.<br />
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After that, we went to have dinner at Hong Ji Claypot Bak Ku Teh (<a href="javascript:void(0);" itemprop="streetAddress" title="#01-329, 19 Marsiling Lane">#01-329, 19 Marsiling Lane</a>). Cheap and nice. All this for $13. The children enjoyed it a lot because of the gravy. Just give them gravy and rice and there are happy! Thank God for my children who is not fussy with food!<br />
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So with all these activities that we have been doing together as a family, I can only see the prospect of having a third child getting slimmer. However, I know that even if I do not have a third one, I will definitely want God to bless me with spiritual children whom I can teach and train them up to be man and woman of God as I seek to be a good mummy and role model for my children and in whatever position in church God has for me.Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-32040718824423676272014-09-15T14:09:00.002+08:002014-09-15T14:10:56.049+08:00Simple, Free and EasyMany are sucked into the world's thinking that something is good only if you pay more for it or you work really hard for it. And if it is free, you better avoid it or be cautious because there must be something wrong with it. It is similar to the Good News. In the Bible, Jesus says, "<span class="text John-3-16" id="en-NIV-26137">For God so loved<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-26137A" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-26137A" title="See cross-reference A">A</a>)"></sup> the world that he gave<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-26137B" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-26137B" title="See cross-reference B">B</a>)"></sup> his one and only Son,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-26137C" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-26137C" title="See cross-reference C">C</a>)"></sup> that whoever believes<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-26137D" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-26137D" title="See cross-reference D">D</a>)"></sup> in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16) </span><br />
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<span class="text John-3-16">Jesus says that in order to have eternal life, you just need to believe! You do not need to go all out, strive and do lots of stuff to obtain anything. It is a gift that only needs someone to receive it. That is why many are hesitant to receive it, thinking only the worst of it. Thoughts like, "How can it be so easy?" or "What will happen to me if I receive it? I'd rather remain in my comfort zone where I am in control"</span><br />
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<span class="text John-3-16">Anyway, I am mentioning this is not only to get you thinking (Well, that's what my blog is all about- metacognition simply means thinking about thinking), but to tell you that there are wonderful things in life that are free. I am glad my husband believes in that too and because of that, we bring our children to places to enjoy where it is not only free but fun! It can be as simple and fun as taking a ride to the nearest beach or going supermarketing together as a family!</span><br />
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<span class="text John-3-16">Recently, we went to Gardens by the Bay to soak in the atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Usually for Mid-Autumn Festivals, we would go down our block where lots of children will gather to light their lanterns and sparklers. CT suggested we do something different this year and I am so glad we went. I took a train with the children to the Gardens to meet CT there. It's always an adventure to sit trains and buses with my children. Love it! </span><br />
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<span class="text John-3-16">Thank God for my wonderful hubby and children! May His love overflow through us so that we can be a family that radiates Christ's love and blesses others with His love!</span>Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-90145158684751261212014-09-05T10:08:00.000+08:002014-09-05T10:16:27.111+08:00My third blogIntroducing to you my new blog - <a href="http://myokeiseasy.blogspot.sg/" target="_blank">Find rest in the Lord</a>.<br />
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Why I named this blog (as well as the blog address) as such is because I noticed how busy most people are- going from places to places, filling their lives with lots of activities, striving and many grow weary and tired. At some point in your busyness, struggles and tiredness, you may start to wonder why are you doing what you are doing.<br />
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This year, God has been speaking to me about the word, "rest "and its not just physical sleep He is talking about, but more importantly, spiritual rest. I have seen my worship leader in church serving every week for consecutive about 7 times in a row. Its not easy as there are weekday practices and on Sunday, there are two services having to reach church at 730am all the way serving till second service to about 2pm. In addition to that, when you are on stage as the worship leader, you need to think how to flow in worship, the dynamics of the band and the responses from the congregation. So when she was sharing about the topic on "rest", she mentioned that she do not feel tired at all as she learned to trust in God completely. She allows the Holy Spirit to guide her when she is on stage to give her the directions. We just need to enter into God's Rest and trust God completely to take control.<br />
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<span class="text Matt-11-30"><span class="woj">So my hope and prayer for you is that you will come to know of your Creator and Heavenly Father, reconcile your relationship with Him so that you can enter into God's rest. Rest in God is not inactivity, but God-directed activity which it will be these three words for you- REST, EASY, LIGHT</span></span><br />
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<span class="text Matt-11-30"><span class="woj">In the Bible, Jesus says, " Come to me,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-23488A" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-23488A" title="See cross-reference A">A</a>)"></sup> all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-23488B" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-23488B" title="See cross-reference B">B</a>)"></sup> <span class="text Matt-11-29" id="en-NIV-23489"><span class="woj">Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-23489C" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-23489C" title="See cross-reference C">C</a>)"></sup> for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.<sup class="crossreference" data-cr="#cen-NIV-23489D" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-23489D" title="See cross-reference D">D</a>)"></sup></span></span> <span class="text Matt-11-30" id="en-NIV-23490"><span class="woj"><sup class="versenum"> </sup>For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30)</span></span></span></span><br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-37855086246497322232014-08-22T13:31:00.003+08:002014-08-22T14:45:05.576+08:00Loving my husbandI am not one who looks back and dwell in my past unless it is worth visiting. Thoughts of how much my relationship has grown over these 10 years with my husband is definitely worth rewinding , then fast forwarding it to the present.<br />
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Marriage life was not an easy path. It takes a whole lot of hard work, commitment and lots of prayers.<br />
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To be honest, whenever I attend weddings, at the back of my mind, I would ask myself if the couple really knew what they are getting themselves into because it is so easy to get sucked into the fantasies and glamour of getting married and falling in 'love'.<br />
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God's timing is so wonderful as during my wedding anniversary week, my Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) lesson was on marriage and divorce. About how God hates divorce and how the Bible talks about God's intention and importance of marriage- procreation and the most intimate union of love and companionship.<br />
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Let me share with you a snippet of my BSF notes about the importance of marriage..<br />
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"Marriage is so important that it overrides all other relationships, even the relationship of a child to father and mother. In marriage, God joins a man and a woman together as "one flesh"- body, soul and spirit. When Jesus said that no human being has the right to separate this union, He laid down the principle that divorce is not God's will....Like God's relationship with His people, marriage is a covenant relationship...Marriage points to the eternal reality of Christ and the Church. Christ loved the Church and died for the Church; the Church loves and submits to Christ... God rejects divorce because it damages His picture of His own faithful love for His people."</blockquote>
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Marriage is one of God's good gifts. But it requires unwavering commitment and repeated forgiveness.<br />
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Will marriage give you happiness and personal fulfilment? My answer is no. So, don't go into it looking for it in your marriage. I remembered an author once said in her book that "marriage is not about being happy, but being holy."<br />
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So back to my marriage with CT.. it is still a "work in progress" but I have seen fruits and watched how my cries to God has been answered as I watch my wonderful husband shower me with kisses before I sleep every night and before he leaves for work in the early morning, a wonderful father who plays with our children after dinner, a more patient father who instils discipline with love when it is due and a loving father who prays with his children before bedtime every night.<br />
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God is good for answering my prayers and how He has moulded my husband to be what he is today. <br />
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Dear Heavenly Father,<br />
I pray and expect more good things to come from you, Lord as I claim on Your promises in the Bible that you will answer my prayers! You are a good God and I pray that You will use my marriage as a blessing to others and to bring you glory!<br />
In Jesus' Name, Amen<br />
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<em>"Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!" (Matthew 7:10,11)</em><br />
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<em>"I tell you the truth, at the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life. But many who are first will be last and many who are last will be first. " (Matthew 19:28-30)</em><br />
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For the past anniversaries, I would go on a date with hubby alone but this time round, I thought it would be nice to include our children for them to celebrate together with us.<br />
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In the end, given that both CT and I are simple people, we decided to go Pulau Ubin for lunch and cycling. I am so glad CT chose this date for us to be married as it is not only easy to remember but also the children only go to school for celebrations in the morning and the next day is a public holiday since it is National Day.<br />
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We cycled all the way to Chek Jawa, went to the Mangroves Area, Quarry and cycled back. Spotted big monitor lizards, crabs, wild boar and monkeys along the way. Loved it!<br />
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It was quite a long and tough journey with stony tracks along the way to Chek Jawa. Many times, Danielle had to get off her bike to walk instead because it was way too dangerous. However, we made it and I was sure the children felt accomplished!<br />
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After that, we took the boat back and drove to Changi Airport for much needed air con and good food!<br />
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Thank God for such a wonderful weather as it was quite windy and for keeping all of us safe!<br />
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Indeed, a wonderful time with the children celebrating our 10th Wedding Anniversary. <br />
<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-3562599540557083722014-07-15T11:17:00.000+08:002014-08-06T11:18:40.269+08:00Caleb's first visitIt's Caleb's first visit to the hospital as a patient since birth. Thank God my children has been healthy enough to avoid going by to hospitals. On 1st July, just the second day after school reopened, Caleb commented that he fell down and his bone hurts. When I first looked at his elbow, it seems swollen and out of place.<br />
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During lunch he seemed okay but nearing to evening time, he said it was more painful. So I took him to the doctor down at my block, thinking maybe they have xrays in clinics. Sigh, but I was wrong. I made a wasted trip, paid for consultation which was about $20 just for the doctor to write a referral letter to someone to do the job for him. What easy money for the doctor to earn!<br />
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So after dinner, the family all went to bring Caleb to KK hospital. We had the peace and knew it wasn't a big problem but still, I wanted to get an xray done. Even if all is fine, well, at least Caleb gets to have fun seeing his bone in the xray film! I knew he would like that! :)<br />
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The process of seeing the triage nurse, to getting an xray done and a doctor's review went on so smoothly. The children had fun watching "Tom and Jerry" cartoon on TV while waiting.<br />
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The doctor said there's no bone out of place and maybe some hairline cracks causing the swell. So his hand was wrapped up in cast and was given a day of MC.<br />
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A week later, he was supposed to go back for a review but before it came, he seemed alright to me as he was already bouncing balls with his arm! So I took out the cast on my own and set him free!! Of course, I didn't go for the appointment back at the hospital!<br />
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Thank God for his speedy recovery and protection from an injury that could be worse!<br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-2374434329246530732014-06-30T12:48:00.002+08:002014-06-30T12:58:30.264+08:00June Holidays revisitedIn a flash, the June Holidays just ended with the first day of school today. That is why I have more time now to blog.<br />
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This June holiday was fun-filled for the whole family. As much as I wanted to instil routine in my children, it proved to be so difficult because of my tuition class at home as well as frequent trips out of the house!<br />
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While they were home, I tried to do some activities with them. It was tiring for me as I had to plan lessons to guide them..but fun!<br />
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During the beginning of school holidays, Danielle went for her art class organised by her school. So we took bus together to her school, then Caleb and I spent quality time together while waiting for her.<br />
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Went to the library together with Caleb as well as to the beach. <br />
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I have been interested in reading Children's Classic books and so at the beach, I brought along "The Trumpet of the Swan". Its an amazing book! I never had the love for reading when I was young. Glad to pick it up now that I have children!<br />
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During the 3 days when Danielle had her art class, I had a great time with my son and enjoying his company for 3 hours a day alone!!<br />
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During this holiday, we also went to many interesting libraries that we have not been to because it is far!<br />
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First up, we went to Woodlands Regional Library. <br />
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They have an Asian Children's Literature Section which I loved!! <br />
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It seemed like a treasure island where I borrowed amazing books like "The Royal Bee" by Frances and Ginger Park as well as "Crow Boy" by Taro Yashima <br />
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Would definitely recommend these 2 books for ages 6-9 years old.</div>
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Aside from visiting Woodlands Library during the June Holidays, we also went to Bishan Libary and Jurong East Library </div>
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The reasons why I specially chose these libraries to visit is because I am always in search for good literature for my children to read and only big libraries like these ones that I visited carries these books. Getting my hands on these valued and treasure classics is fun!</div>
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Aside from visiting libraries, my family also went to KSL Resort, JB for church camp. It was one of the most amazing church camps as we had enough time to spend together as a family by swimming and watching a movie- Dragon 2 (since our hotel is on top of the shopping centre cum cinema) as well as getting fed spiritually from God's word.</div>
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Another highlight of this trip was also the visit of my ex-helper, Wina. She is from Indonesia and was a Muslim when we first had her. But by the end of her time with us, she converted and accepted Christ into her heart. She then moved to Kuantan to work in a Chinese Restaurant as her husband works in Malaysia. She actually took an overnight bus all the way to come to JB to visit us and stay one night with us at the church camp! God had a purpose and during the camp, she was ministered by the messages and went forward for prayers. So blessed to have known her! She also bought lots of stuff for the children and myself too!</div>
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She even wanted to give us a dinner treat..but of course, we couldn't allow that!<br />
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During the church camp, the speaker Micheal Ross Watson shared on the topic, "Faith and Obedience". It was amazing to come from a guy who exemplified that in his life as he tells of his wonderful real life experiences of how God provides each time he obeys.</div>
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This guy that I served with. His name is Benjamin Lee. I first knew him when we were in Bedok Methodist Church. He was in primary school then. I always remembered him to be the only one seated right in front during the adult service and worshipping the Lord with his hands raised up. So encouraging and inspiring I thought as he was only in upper primary then.</div>
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Then in Secondary school, he was studying in a school where I was teaching in. He also became my student in the Computer Applications class. And now, God brought us together again in Riverlife church and during the church camp, I finally could serve with him on the stage as he plays the drums. Now, he has finished army and is now teaching in a drum school. Amazing guy with a heart for children as well as a talented musician. Am definitely thankful to God for allowing me to cross paths with him again and serving our Daddy God together!</div>
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After the amazing church camp, we also made our own trips to the Southern Islands. It was very fun especially if you like the outdoors! We went to St John, Lazarus and Kusu Island for swimming and picnic! </div>
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Also went to the Science Centre, specially to visit the new attraction there- KidsSTOP!</div>
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It was fun and interactive! I went with my mum together with Janine and Joyanne (my nieces). </div>
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<strong>By the way, pls remember to bring your own socks when you are there!!</strong> </div>
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The 7m giant slide is probably the most fun of all! Of course, you can opt to go from 3m onwards...up to your own confidence. Caleb started from 3m then in the end, he went to 5m. So proud of him!<br />
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I went too and went all the way up!! Super scary!<br />
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After that, we went to watch "Animalopolis" at the Omni Theatre! It was a humourous show of all kinds of animals.<br />
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I have learnt so much during this holidays and I hope the children, too have learnt something.</div>
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Lastly, to end off the holidays, we went to an event organised by NTUC at the Marina Bay Promontory. Its everything from the past- with games, food, shows, music etc etc..</div>
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-24563674015960738502014-06-21T12:29:00.000+08:002014-06-30T12:29:45.079+08:00Trip to the Southern Islands<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Singapore is a very small island. But did you know Singapore used to own 70 over islands. Now it has been reduced to 40 islands. So we made use of the long June Holidays to make a day trip to visit the Southern Islands.</div>
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We left the house early in the morning to take the train (downtown line) and bus to the Pier. </div>
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For information of the islands as well as ferry timings and pricings, check out this site</div>
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<a href="http://www.islandcruise.com.sg/" target="_blank">Singapore Island Cruise and Ferry Website</a></div>
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From St John's island, you head left and take a long walk to Lazarus Island. But its worth it as the waters and beach there is amazing!</div>
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It was very exhausting and dirty since we didn't get to bathe. But I am glad my children didn't mind.<br />
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After returning back to Marina South Pier, we went to the Singapore Maritime Museum. Quite a nice place! Fun for children too with all the interactive stuff!<br />
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What a day!! Very fulfilling..We were all burnt after the trip even after putting sunblock!<br />
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Things to take note when going<br />
1) Wear your swimming costumes first as there is no toilet facilities in Lazurus Island<br />
2) Bring LOTS of water!<br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-87474600684382004132014-05-29T12:16:00.001+08:002014-05-29T12:16:29.662+08:00ClassesFinally, its all taking shape with the classes my children are taking. Since having children, I have always wanted my children to take up piano as well as swimming. As I said in my post on <a href="http://dawnling.blogspot.sg/2014/05/make-it-purposeful.html" target="_blank">"Purposeful Parenting"</a> , everything has to be intentional and meaningful. To me if not, I would probably end up in circles, wasting time and money. So why piano and swimming? <br />
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Well, I believe that in whatever instrument my children end up playing, starts with the basics of piano. I am more of a guitar player and I have understood my guitar better because I have a piano background. As for swimming, obviously I want them to be confident in the water for safety reasons. <br />
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My son has mentioned to me that he would like to play drums in future, while my girl, guitar. So they promised me that they will go through the piano lessons first for the basics before they start learning on their own in whatever instrument they like to explore in future.<br />
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My children goes for swimming every week and though they have not learnt to swim basic strokes, their confidence in the water has grown exponentially as they paddle about 5 to 10m without a board. To me, its an achievement and a milestone from the time they used to hesitate to go down the adult lap pool and need to hold on to me so tightly. The main thing is that they are enjoying and always looking forward to the next lesson!<br />
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As for piano lessons, my friend from church comes to my place every week to teach both my children. I trust her because she is an excellent pianist who plays in the worship team and more importantly, she is an experienced piano teacher and loves the Lord as well. So I mentioned to her that my direction for my children is not necessary on getting their grade certifications but to enjoy learning and playing worship songs.<br />
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So far so good and my children seems to like it as well.<br />
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Besides these 2 classes, they go for weekly Chinese class down at the RC(Residential Committee) near my block. Their Chinese has improved quite significantly as well since they seldom have any practise at home.<br />
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And lastly, one ad-hoc lesson that they have is tennis. My friend from church volunteered to coach all of us tennis as a family! I used to play tennis, going through lessons before but its definitely more fun now with my children and husband!<br />
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My hubby has never cooked for the family before as he doesn't enjoy it and would rather stick to washing the dishes to help me out in the house.<br />
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However, I was so glad to see him step out of his comfort zone into the kitchen arena not to wash the dishes this time, but to do the actual preparation and cooking! I am humbled and deeply touched. I am sure with such actions, it was great role modelling for our children to learn about appreciation and love.<br />
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Here's what my hubby cooked for us<br />
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<em><u>Cranberry Spinach Salad with toasted sesame seeds, almonds, poppy seeds and white wine vinegar, cider vinegar and olive oil dressing</u></em><br />
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The children enjoyed the pasta so much that they finished eating at top speed and thanked their daddy for cooking!<br />
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I am thankful to God for my husband and my children- for their love and appreciation towards one another. May my family continue to grow in Christlikeness and seek to serve God and do His will!<br />
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-3584942803868774742014-05-06T12:16:00.001+08:002014-05-06T14:42:07.406+08:00Make it purposefulI am a very practical person who doesn't like to waste time or resources on anything useless. <br />
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So with that background of me, I tend to be intentional and purposeful in the things I do while parenting. To me, parenting is similar to gardening. Read my previous post on "<a href="http://dawnling.blogspot.sg/2013/10/gardener-of-souls.html" target="_blank">Gardener of Souls</a>".<br />
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Anyway, that is why whenever I visit the library with my children, I make sure I know what I am borrowing. I flash out my cell phone, open up the memo app and look through the long list of Alphabets and Dewey Decimal codes for the books which I have researched on to find.<br />
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As I am particular in what my children watch on TV, its the same for books. At this age, it may not be as bad as there will not be as many trashy stuff in children's books. But I am still particular. So usually, when they select their books, I would sieve through them as well as select my own recommended ones.<br />
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Here's some of the books from the library that me and my children love (with the Singapore library number)<br />
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1) Berenstain Bears series (English and Chinese versions) - JP BER<br />
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2) Little Bear Series (English) - JP MIN<br />
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3) Frog and Toad Series (English) - JP LOB</div>
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4) Usborne Illustrated Stories - They have many series to this. </div>
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and many many more..Go to the <a href="http://catalogue.nlb.gov.sg/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRN/EXPNOS/NLBHOME?HOMEPRMS=NLBGENPARAMS" target="_blank">National Library Website</a> to search for availability and many more stories from this series!</div>
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Though my children still loves to look at pictures and have yet to be independent in their reading, I will still continue to make every effort to introduce them classics and wholesome books as well to continue reading to them because I know the benefits of reading.<br />
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Truthfully when I was young, I never really read much books. Either I do not have time or I was simply too lazy to carry it through to finish one. But I am glad I enjoy reading now and I wish for my children to pick up the love of reading!<br />
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And to add some fun to reading, I just started the Reading Bingo game for my family.. At the end of crossing out all the boxes, there will be a prize!</div>
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(Just seconds later after putting it up on the wall, my younger daughter quickly went to grab a funny book and laughed each time she read just to make it look funnier! She was happy striking off the "Read a Funny Book" box. Initially, she took "David and Goliath" book and insisted it was a funny book because of how funny the giant looked after David hit him with the stone. After crossing her first box, she wanted to read more to cross out the next one..I can't keep up with her!)</div>
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<br />Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-73360989348078972622014-04-30T11:50:00.000+08:002014-04-30T11:56:43.839+08:00Chronicles of hairstylesI thought it would be interesting to dig out past photos of my children to compare how they have grown or rather, to specifically look at how their hairstyles have changed..<br />
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Let's take a look at my firstborn son,Caleb. Take a look at his journey..<br />
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<strong><u>Before 1 year old</u></strong><br />
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<strong><u>1 year old</u></strong><br />
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<strong><u>2-4 years old</u></strong><br />
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Here's my second child, Danielle's hairstyle journey<br />
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<strong><u>Before 1 year old</u></strong><br />
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If you notice Danielle's hairstyle, it is basically the same throughout. Only trim. Its just one style.<br />
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But on the other hand, it's Caleb's hairstyle that has gone through many changes that I have lost count. <br />
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<em>(Had fun looking through my children's photos as I think back about their past when they were young and how much they have grown....Time flies)</em>Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-56724910036080786592014-04-21T14:25:00.000+08:002014-04-21T14:35:03.013+08:00All-inclusive and Barrier-BreakerThe Easter Season has just passed and as I open up Facebook on my handphone, I see many of my friends posting pictures of how they spent their Easter with homemade craft eggs or "Find the Easter Egg" game with their children etc etc.<br />
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I just suddenly had an epiphany ('Ah-ha') moment while doing laundry at home (Yes, doing housework can make one quite philosophical) And to confirm that thought, I went into the internet and typed "Easter in Singapore" on my search box and was surprised to find out the insane amount of activities they have lined up for Easter all over Singapore. (And mind you, these activities are only held in Singapore)<br />
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Various baking workshops conduct lessons on how to bake muffins decorated with easter eggs or bunnies, Easter parties and egg hunts all over the island. Even restaurants serve food according to the theme of Easter. Major tourist attractions were also decorated with eggs and bunnies e.g. Universal Studio and Gardens by the Bay (joining Miffy for the egg hunt)<br />
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As I celebrate Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday in church, I am reminded of Christ's love for all. He came into the world to save all of us despite of our disobedience and sinfulness. Christ's perfect life reminds us that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). All our righteous acts are in God's sight like filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6). How can anyone boast or look down on another sinner? Have you turned to Christ in repentance and faith? If so, whatever your background, God has made you clean. He declares you fit to be in His family line with the greatest of His saints.</div>
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I have had a number of guppies, tetras, fighting fish etc in the past but kind of got tired and grossed out each time they die so often that I decided to switch to something more durable.<br />
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My friend offered to pass me her pet terrapine which I thought it would be good to have since its life span is about 20 years. I have a friend who got sick of having a terrapin because it just doesn't die that he left it in a pond outdoors in some park. Hope I do not have to reach that stage of getting sick of a pet as that will probably contradict the intention of getting a pet in the first place- to be more responsible.<br />
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The recent pets I had were 2 hamsters given by my friend, Marianne whose hamsters just keep giving birth! I thought it would be fun and also Danielle said she would take care of it and it would be hers.</div>
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I guess sometimes pets are akin to having babies of your own. Now that my children are grown up, I probably still feel the need to take care of something. :)<br />
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So initially, I was quite hesitant to sign them up for this event but went ahead since it was my friend, <a href="http://theplayfulparents.com/" target="_blank">Sarah ("The Playful Parents")</a> who organised it. <br />
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This event was named "Organic Play Party" as play to be organic in nature and spirit. So what does that mean? Mess of course!! It is fluid and uncontrolled play time for my children. Something which I felt was different-away from shopping malls or the confines of walls but it was held in the void deck and multi-purpose hall of HDB in Tampines.<br />
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There were about 5 stations for them to go to and play. First station was bubble fun where they learnt how to make their own bubble dough. Its a softer version of play dough made with conditioner! So, it smells really nice.<br />
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The next station was the dirtiest station where they did the water-filled balloons in paint and simply throw them. I was surprised both of them had fun playing. Danielle even commented that this was her favourite station!<br />
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All in all, I am glad I brought them here to experience what play should be about-simple (in transforming public places into playful places) and how simple objects found everyday at home can be transformed to experiences with some imagination.<br />
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Sometimes I feel we are crowding our children with so many things that they forget how to be a child anymore-how to play, laugh and have fun with the simple things in life, nature etc.<br />
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Are we striving too much in wanting extraordinary things to happen in our children's lives? Why not focus on the ordinary instead?<br />
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I love what it says below..<br />
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However, when we went during the March Holidays, it was without my dad (<a href="http://dawnling.blogspot.sg/2014/03/my-dad-fighter.html" target="_blank">since passing away on 26 Feb</a>) and as much as we wished he was with us, enjoying quality time with the family and grandchildren, we are also thankful he is not with us as it would be inconvenient for him to move around in the wheelchair especially when it was raining heavily during certain times in the day.<br />
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The weather is very unpredictable since just the day before we left for Legoland, heavy showers hit Singapore, ending the 27-day dry spell record. <br />
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Anyway, to avoid the rain while still doing something, we took the children to the playground at Land of Adventure, took the "Lost Kingdom" ride which we did it over and over again as well as building Legos at the "World of Imagination".<br />
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The "Build & Test" place was fun as the children could build their own vehicles and test drive it on the ramp. I had fun with them as I, too, love Legos! Before I had children, I always wished I owned my own room of Lego toys.<br />
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There's Caleb stress testing his building to see how high he can build without toppling down from the 'earthquake' vibrations from the table.</div>
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Thank God, the weather cleared and there's Caleb and my niece, Joyanne who is so bubbly!</div>
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The pre-schoolers, Danielle and Joyanne enjoying their horse rides as well.<br />
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We stayed in LEGOLAND till it closes at 8pm. Our last ride was the new ride at the Land of Adventure. Its a Water Log Ride called "Dino Island". Be warned that you will get VERY VERY WET!! What a way to conclude our time in LEGOLAND.<br />
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After that, we walked outside LEGOLAND to have dinner at a Thai Restaurant. The food was quite nice and authentic.<br />
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In the LEGOLAND hotel, the lobby was so captivating and inviting for the children to play!<br />
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Check out the flying dragon! It has painted nails and mucus which my brother (who is tall enough) added on it!</div>
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Below is the clue sheet to help us to unlock the combination lock for our treasure chest.<br />
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We finally managed to open it and there's our treasure inside!</div>
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The children busy fixing their new toys!<br />
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The next morning, the children woke up quite early and its interesting how they are playing Legos early in the morning. You practically live and breathe Lego when you stay here. So unless you love Lego, if not, you will not enjoy!<br />
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After breakfast, we all went for a swim. There are basically two pools- one for adults and one for babies. It is not big so don't expect anything fanciful. If you want fun, it's best for you to just head down to the Water Park.<br />
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I love wanton mee. We also ordered the Taipeng Chicken Shredded Noodles which was quite nice as well.<br />
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After lunch, we headed to Jusco Bukit Indah for some shopping!<br />
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We were all so tired for all that walking after a while.<br />
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After shopping, we went to Tesco for grocery shopping before going for dinner nearby at the coffeeshop for Seafood dinner.<br />
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Danielle was asleep throughout. After dinner, we made our way back via 2nd link and it was sooo jam! <br />
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We had a very enjoyable time at LEGOLAND and am thankful to God for the rain because it was because of the rain, we met my childhood friend, her husband and her mum there. So my mum could reconnect again with her mum and I could catch up with my friend. Also got to listen to my friend's hubby's testimony on how he converted from Muslim to Christianity and is now a pastor. Amazing story for transformation.<br />
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Sometimes we question why this and that happened in our lives but I know that God is good and things always happen for a reason. I am just thankful for every day, the little things in life and my family.Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01775915410931281069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9495984.post-2374027756337519652014-03-27T11:23:00.002+08:002014-03-27T11:29:48.262+08:002 degree Ice Art ExhibitionAn exhibition I went with the family thinking that it would definitely be cheaper than flying to Harbin, China to catch the original ice sculptures. Moreover, I do not see myself going to China as yet.<br />
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So, about a month back, we went to the exhibition. Do not park at the location itself, thinking it is free as it is not. If I am not wrong, its about $3 an hour for the parking there. I parked near by at the open air public Wilson Carpark (URA Bayfront Car Park) which costs only $1.20/hour after 1pm on Sat. So its definitely cheaper.<br />
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To be honest, you wont spend a long time at the exhibition as the cold will get you out quickly. At most you will only be there one hour indoor as the indoor temperature is minus 15 degrees! Its freezing!! (Yea, don't be fooled by the title of the exhibition thinking it's only 2 degrees)<br />
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There are many sculptures but the place is not very big. So after one round, you are almost done. It's just amazing to see how sculptures can be built so high and carved so nicely. So it's more for the experience.<br />
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Of course, the fun part was the slides where adults and children can all play.<br />
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We had fun throwing snowballs at each other..<br />
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And Caleb ,who is usually in his own world, despite the cold, went to sleep on it and place his face on it! That's my boy..full of life and simply wacky!<br />
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We went in the place for 30 mins before going out. Took a short refreshment break by eating something hot (they have food and drink stalls just outside the place) before we went in for another 30 mins. You are only allowed to enter the place twice with your tickets.</div>
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Here's how the children look after their experience in the cold, with all their red noses!</div>
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If you are interested, you can buy the tickets from the counter itself. Its not crowded at all since this exhibition has been on for quite a while already. Do catch their promotions to get a good price for your tickets<br />
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For more info, do visit this website - <a href="http://www.2degree.biz/index.php" target="_blank">2Degree Ice Wonderland</a><br />
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