I am resting on the sofa after carrying Jo in my arms for the past 1 hour........ I can feel my biceps growing.....haha......... Jo is awake and playing now while I surf the net. The song "One More Moment" has been stucked in my head the whole day.....thks to Kei & Fiona........... a very meaningful song to remind us to treasure people that we care and to remember to say and show what we really feel inside................ok I am going to post it here........ I love both versions.................. listen to both and see which you prefer!
Ronin's version
Ronin did a collaboration with Sun Ho for Cancer Warrior Project - Sun's version
ONE MORE MOMENT
Don't take too long to say I love you
to the ones you love
Cause time has a habit of slipping away
And out of a clear blue sky
When lightning strikes on a sunny day
Just take me in and keep me from the rain
And the words that seem so hard to say
Come out when you've gone away
Just stay a little while and hear me say
CHORUS
That I want you here tonight
And I need you by my side
For just one more moment
For just one more moment with you
Turn away to say goodbye
With each and every word that passes by
Like a distant memory
And time keeps slipping away
And time will turn to grey
And time will be the one who holds you down
And the words that seem so hard to say
Come out when you've gone away
Just stay a little while and hear me say
CHORUS
That I want you here tonight
And I need you by my side
For just one more moment
For just one more moment...
And I want you here tonight
And I need you by my side
For just one more moment
For just one more moment with you
BRIDGE
Sometimes time will treat you bad
Before you even know what's wrong
And in the end it hits you hard
Please tell me you'll be strong
Sometimes time will treat you bad
Before you even know what's wrong
And in the end it hits you hard
Please tell me you'll be strong
MY ROAD TO RECOVERYI've been too tired and lazy to update my blog cos all the hoping around is really no joke! But the plus point is that I have toner right calf muscles and arms......haha...............So what have I been doing for the past 2 weeks?
Video of Tommy praying for Ken
Firstly, my room was invaded by a wasp. Thank God that Yvonne was around and she could help me carry Jo out of the room. I had to call Ken, my personal pest buster (so sad...he is in NS now!) for help. He came without hesitation and killed this fellow in 5 minutes........ super grateful!
Tell me this is ugly! Ken thinks that it's pretty..... siao!!!
Joash's fever has subsided except that he still sneezes once in a while. I am very anxious throughout this time cos he has never had a fever this high and long! Our sleep has been disturbed cos Jo wakes up at 3 am every morning and he would want us to carry him....... more specifically, he wanted ME to carry him....... can you imagine how difficult was it for me! Btw, he is still doing that. Not only does he wakes up at 3 am, he gets up at 6 am and insists that he sleeps with me on the bed.......grrrr............... hopefully, we can change this newly acquired habit when I can walk again!
I was rather worried that I had no help when Tommy went to work. But God sent lots of "angels" to assist me. Thank you to the following people:
1) My dad and mom - My mom cooked and my dad brought the food to me. Tho' it was not every meal, the yummy food was enough to warm my heart! I love you!
2) Yvonne - She has been "hired" by me to be my hands and legs.....hee....... for about a week. Poor girl, got to clean, take my utensils, buy lunch and be my son's personal entertainer! She did all these without complaints. Thanks Von for helping and I really enjoyed your company too!
3) Gillian - She was so kind to sacrifice her sleep during the weekends to help me with Joash. My dear boy, as usual took advantage of her kindness and "ordered" her around......... she became his first "pet".......haha....see Jo's blog for details! She even missed Sunday service to be with us........ but we did watch CHC online service! Gil, really appreciate your thoughtfulness and help!
4) Michelle - This darling came to sleep over on Friday so that she could help me when Tom was at work on Saturday! She also visited me during the week so that I would not decompose at home! Thank you for always being there for us....luv you!
5) Kenneth - Need I say more, this dashing young man carried me into the cinema..... see previous post for details.....haha! He also helped me to get some stuff done whenever he visits. He brought a lot of laughter and fun during my stay at home. Going to miss this boy as he is in NS now....see below for more! Thanks Ken for entertaining us!
Last but not least, my dear hb who was extremely patient and did all the housework....... with some complaints....haha.......... but nonetheless, sweet! Thanks my dear!
A MINI SEND-OFF TO NS DINNER FOR KENNETH
Gil, Mich, Xin Ying, Kei, Nicky were invited to this mini party. We wanted to bring Ken out for a good meal but had to change our plan cos of my ankle and Jo's fever. So I decided to cook for him...... Unagi Rice....Just a simple meal but glad that he enjoyed it! See the pics below for more of his new look!
Video of Tommy praying for Ken
"Dear Ken, our prayer is that you will grow to love Jesus more as you go through each day in the army. knowing that he is with you and in you. He has sent his angels to surround and watched over you. Remember that greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world! We're gonna miss your company and of course, your "nonsense"....... see you next week!"
Before I end this post, there is something that I want to tell a young girl........ "My dear girl, it breaks my heart to see you crying that night........ but am glad that you are holding fast to His love! The things that are ahead of you may seem impossible to solve but I believe that with God all things are possible! Do remember if you need a listening ear or just a place to vent your frustrations, you can always count on me.......... take care and luv you!"
Here's a "Bak Kwa" for all the lovely people out there..........
HAHA!
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I AM SO STRESSED!I need to release some stress here.......... feeling very frustrated with my temporary "disability" plus have to worry about Jo's high fever. This is the first time he had such a high fever.... 40.6 degrees............. thankfully, it went down in the evening. But just while ago, his fever shot up again to 39.5 degrees. I had to give him the suppository again. Hope he will not have another round of high fever in the middle of the night..... keeping my fingers crossed. I need a maid.... and maybe a nurse too........ better still, a personal doctor......... I am going berserk now!
Ok, enough of venting....... here's a sweet story that I had read today..............
LOVE & LIFE.
My husband is an engineer by profession. I love him for his steady nature and I love the warm feeling when I lean against his broad shoulders. Two years of courtship and now, five years into marriage, I would have to admit, that I am getting tired of it. The reasons of me loving him before, has now transformed into the cause of all my restlessness. I am a sentimental woman and extremely sensitive when it comes to a relationship and my feelings. I yearn for the romantic moments, like a little girl yearning for candy.
My husband is my complete opposite; his lack of sensitivity, and the inability of bringing romantic moments into our marriage has disheartened me about LOVE. One day, I finally decided to tell him my decision, that I wanted a divorce.
"Why?" he asked, shocked. "I am tired. There are no reasons for everything in the world!" I answered. He kept silent the whole night, seemingly in deep thought. My feeling of disappointment only increased. Here was a man who was not able to even express his predicament, so what else could I expect from him? And finally he asked me: "What can I do to change your mind?" Somebody said it right... It's hard to change a person's personality, and I guess, I have started losing faith in him.
Looking deep into his eyes I slowly answered: "Here is the question.... If you can answer and convince my heart, I will change my mind." Let's say; I want a flower located on the face of a mountain cliff, and we both are sure that picking the flower will cause your death. Will you do it for me?" He said: "I will give you your answer tomorrow...." My hopes just sank by listening to his response.
I woke up the next morning to find him gone, and saw a piece of paper with his scratchy handwriting underneath a milk glass, on the dining table near the front door, that goes....
"My dear, I would not pick that flower for you, but .... please allow me to explain the reasons further....." This first line was already breaking my heart. I continued reading. "When you use the computer you always mess up the Software programs, and you cry in front of the screen. I have to save my fingers so that I can help to restore the programs. You always leave the house keys behind, thus I have to save my legs to rush home to open the door for you. You love travelling but always lose your way in a new city. I have to save my eyes to show you the way. You always have the cramps whenever your "good friend" approaches every month. I have to save my palms so that I can calm the cramps in your tummy. You like to stay indoors, and I worry that you will be infected by infantile autism. I have to save my mouth to tell you jokes and stories to cure your boredom. You always stare at the computer, and that will do nothing good for your eyes. I have to save my eyes so that when we grow old, I can help to clip your nails and help to remove those annoying white hairs. So I can also hold your hand while strolling down the beach, as you enjoy the sunshine and the beautiful sand...and tell you the colour of flowers, just like the colour of the glow on your young face... Thus, my dear, unless I am sure that there is someone who loves you more than I do... I could not pick that flower yet, and die ... "
My tears fell on the letter, and blurred the ink of his handwriting ... and as I continue reading... "Now, that you have finished reading my answer, and if you are satisfied, please open the front door for I am standing outside bringing your favourite bread and fresh milk..."
I rushed to pull open the door, and saw his anxious face, clutching tightly with his hands, the milk bottle and loaf of bread.... Now I am very sure that no one will ever love me as much as he does, and I have decided to leave the flower alone... That's LIFE, and LOVE.
When one is surrounded by love, the feeling of excitement fades away, and one tends to ignore the true love that lies in between the peace and dullness. Love shows up in all forms; even in very small and cheeky forms. It has never been a model. It could be the dullest and most boring form ... Flowers, and romantic moments are only used and appear on the surface of the relationship. Under all this, the pillar of true love stands ... AND THAT'S LIFE.
The happiest people in the world... are not those who have no problems, but those who learn to live with things that are less than perfect. LOVE is not just between two lovers, husband and wife--it also encompasses mother, father and siblings, sisters and brothers, friends & neighbours.
I was really touched by this story........ think it kind of changed my perspective on romance now........... ok that's all for today....... I am tired and anxious...... pls do pray for us...thanks!
Ok, enough of venting....... here's a sweet story that I had read today..............
LOVE & LIFE.
My husband is an engineer by profession. I love him for his steady nature and I love the warm feeling when I lean against his broad shoulders. Two years of courtship and now, five years into marriage, I would have to admit, that I am getting tired of it. The reasons of me loving him before, has now transformed into the cause of all my restlessness. I am a sentimental woman and extremely sensitive when it comes to a relationship and my feelings. I yearn for the romantic moments, like a little girl yearning for candy.
My husband is my complete opposite; his lack of sensitivity, and the inability of bringing romantic moments into our marriage has disheartened me about LOVE. One day, I finally decided to tell him my decision, that I wanted a divorce.
"Why?" he asked, shocked. "I am tired. There are no reasons for everything in the world!" I answered. He kept silent the whole night, seemingly in deep thought. My feeling of disappointment only increased. Here was a man who was not able to even express his predicament, so what else could I expect from him? And finally he asked me: "What can I do to change your mind?" Somebody said it right... It's hard to change a person's personality, and I guess, I have started losing faith in him.
Looking deep into his eyes I slowly answered: "Here is the question.... If you can answer and convince my heart, I will change my mind." Let's say; I want a flower located on the face of a mountain cliff, and we both are sure that picking the flower will cause your death. Will you do it for me?" He said: "I will give you your answer tomorrow...." My hopes just sank by listening to his response.
I woke up the next morning to find him gone, and saw a piece of paper with his scratchy handwriting underneath a milk glass, on the dining table near the front door, that goes....
"My dear, I would not pick that flower for you, but .... please allow me to explain the reasons further....." This first line was already breaking my heart. I continued reading. "When you use the computer you always mess up the Software programs, and you cry in front of the screen. I have to save my fingers so that I can help to restore the programs. You always leave the house keys behind, thus I have to save my legs to rush home to open the door for you. You love travelling but always lose your way in a new city. I have to save my eyes to show you the way. You always have the cramps whenever your "good friend" approaches every month. I have to save my palms so that I can calm the cramps in your tummy. You like to stay indoors, and I worry that you will be infected by infantile autism. I have to save my mouth to tell you jokes and stories to cure your boredom. You always stare at the computer, and that will do nothing good for your eyes. I have to save my eyes so that when we grow old, I can help to clip your nails and help to remove those annoying white hairs. So I can also hold your hand while strolling down the beach, as you enjoy the sunshine and the beautiful sand...and tell you the colour of flowers, just like the colour of the glow on your young face... Thus, my dear, unless I am sure that there is someone who loves you more than I do... I could not pick that flower yet, and die ... "
My tears fell on the letter, and blurred the ink of his handwriting ... and as I continue reading... "Now, that you have finished reading my answer, and if you are satisfied, please open the front door for I am standing outside bringing your favourite bread and fresh milk..."
I rushed to pull open the door, and saw his anxious face, clutching tightly with his hands, the milk bottle and loaf of bread.... Now I am very sure that no one will ever love me as much as he does, and I have decided to leave the flower alone... That's LIFE, and LOVE.
When one is surrounded by love, the feeling of excitement fades away, and one tends to ignore the true love that lies in between the peace and dullness. Love shows up in all forms; even in very small and cheeky forms. It has never been a model. It could be the dullest and most boring form ... Flowers, and romantic moments are only used and appear on the surface of the relationship. Under all this, the pillar of true love stands ... AND THAT'S LIFE.
The happiest people in the world... are not those who have no problems, but those who learn to live with things that are less than perfect. LOVE is not just between two lovers, husband and wife--it also encompasses mother, father and siblings, sisters and brothers, friends & neighbours.
I was really touched by this story........ think it kind of changed my perspective on romance now........... ok that's all for today....... I am tired and anxious...... pls do pray for us...thanks!
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MICH'S BD & THE STORY OF LITTLE MISS DUMPTYHmm.............too much to update................. let me begin with SMH's annual gathering............
Had a gathering with the forum's families. It was my first time meeting them. We wanted Jo to have a chance to meet kids of his age. Think he had a great time playing with his new friends. Go check out his blog for pics. It was a simple and enjoyable gathering...I made some friends too!
Next...........
Saturday - Prelude to Mich's Birthday Bash
We had a mini party on Sat at HometeamNS chalet. Had the usual BBQ food and funny conversations. My Godson Tim was also invited. Just look at the pics below
Sunday morning - We had lunch at Gil's mom's vegetarian stall. this stall had been featured in a Variety Show and had very good ratings and comments. She doesn't just sell the usual vegetarian dishes. There were lots of interesting items to choose from...such as ramen, mushroom nuggets noodles, laksa, Lor mee, Hone Kong Mee, yam paste, tao suan (Jo's fave!), Creamy corn with wheat (my fave) ........ etc........... I highly recommend this vegetarian stall for cheap & yummy food........ it's at Amoy Hawker Centre, 2nd floor.......... The stall is opened from Monday to Sunday, closed in the afternoon at about 3 plus............ can't wait for my next visit! Here's 2 pics of the stall and the friendly stall owner:
Mich's Cake Cutting Ceremony
Videos of Tim & Ken at the pool side
We gave her a little surprise by secretly sneaking back to the chalet at 11 plus to celebrate her BD. Stayed over at the chalet........ now for the exciting bits to this post............
The Story of Miss or rather Mrs Dumpty.........
As her name implied, Mrs Dumpty had a great fall...... I mean a really GREAT FALL! It all began when she decided to take a another route to the carpark in the morning when she was leaving the chalet. Unfortunately, she was also carrying Baby Dumpty. The step at the exit was unusually high and she being a little on the blur side, fell over with her precious darling. Baby Humpty fell right on the back of his head........... a loud "thud" followed by a piercing scream was heard.............. Mrs Dumpty had a great fall......... she was wailing for Mr Dumpty and crying as she held the screaming baby. Mr Dumpty was pale as a ghost upon seeing the two casualties........ he carried the baby and sent them to the hospital
Mrs Dumpty was so guilty about dropping Baby Dumpty that she totally forgotten about her own injuries. Her left ankle swelled up to the size of the famous "Ye Zhi Mei" bao and she was oblivious to it until she reached the hospital. She had to be wheeled into the A&E. Baby Dumpty appeared to be fine as he was still as alert and active. His PD said that he should be ok and just asked them to monitor for signs of vomiting and fever. But poor Mrs Dumpty had to take an X-ray and had her fractured ankle put in cast. This was her first fracture and hopefully last too! Fortunately, she wasn't warded. Here some pics of her injuries............
Had a gathering with the forum's families. It was my first time meeting them. We wanted Jo to have a chance to meet kids of his age. Think he had a great time playing with his new friends. Go check out his blog for pics. It was a simple and enjoyable gathering...I made some friends too!
Next...........
Saturday - Prelude to Mich's Birthday Bash
We had a mini party on Sat at HometeamNS chalet. Had the usual BBQ food and funny conversations. My Godson Tim was also invited. Just look at the pics below
Sunday morning - We had lunch at Gil's mom's vegetarian stall. this stall had been featured in a Variety Show and had very good ratings and comments. She doesn't just sell the usual vegetarian dishes. There were lots of interesting items to choose from...such as ramen, mushroom nuggets noodles, laksa, Lor mee, Hone Kong Mee, yam paste, tao suan (Jo's fave!), Creamy corn with wheat (my fave) ........ etc........... I highly recommend this vegetarian stall for cheap & yummy food........ it's at Amoy Hawker Centre, 2nd floor.......... The stall is opened from Monday to Sunday, closed in the afternoon at about 3 plus............ can't wait for my next visit! Here's 2 pics of the stall and the friendly stall owner:
Sunday Evening - Mich's BD Party, will let the pics do the talking!
The Party
Mich's Cake Cutting Ceremony
Videos of Tim & Ken at the pool side
We gave her a little surprise by secretly sneaking back to the chalet at 11 plus to celebrate her BD. Stayed over at the chalet........ now for the exciting bits to this post............
The Story of Miss or rather Mrs Dumpty.........
As her name implied, Mrs Dumpty had a great fall...... I mean a really GREAT FALL! It all began when she decided to take a another route to the carpark in the morning when she was leaving the chalet. Unfortunately, she was also carrying Baby Dumpty. The step at the exit was unusually high and she being a little on the blur side, fell over with her precious darling. Baby Humpty fell right on the back of his head........... a loud "thud" followed by a piercing scream was heard.............. Mrs Dumpty had a great fall......... she was wailing for Mr Dumpty and crying as she held the screaming baby. Mr Dumpty was pale as a ghost upon seeing the two casualties........ he carried the baby and sent them to the hospital
Mrs Dumpty was so guilty about dropping Baby Dumpty that she totally forgotten about her own injuries. Her left ankle swelled up to the size of the famous "Ye Zhi Mei" bao and she was oblivious to it until she reached the hospital. She had to be wheeled into the A&E. Baby Dumpty appeared to be fine as he was still as alert and active. His PD said that he should be ok and just asked them to monitor for signs of vomiting and fever. But poor Mrs Dumpty had to take an X-ray and had her fractured ankle put in cast. This was her first fracture and hopefully last too! Fortunately, she wasn't warded. Here some pics of her injuries............
The X-Rays
Her Cast- this is the latest cast which cost $230 for a boot! Blood suckers!
The terrible abrasion - she had them on hands as well!
Her Best Friends for 2 weeks- Cruthy & Crutcher, proudly sponsored by Nicky
That's not the end of the story....... Mrs Dumpty was bored stiff at home and she wanted to watch this movie........
And she did just that....haha...... with the help of Mich & Ken....... Ken was her "Knight In Shiny Armour" at the theatre cos he carried her up to her seat! She really played the "Damsel in Distress" well......haha...thanks Ken!
Mrs Dumpty loved this show despite all the bad reviews. Maybe it's the English , maybe it's the quotes.....maybe she is just in need of a good cry............ as Robert Frost, the famous Poet said, " In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learnt about life: it goes on"........... Yup, life still goes on for Mrs Dumpty although she had to struggle with the inconveniences of taking care of Baby Dumpty and enduring the pain.
THE END
Before I end this post. Here's a big thank you to all the kind souls who had offered their help and company! THANK YOU!
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