One of the best advice I've received...

"Focus on the work but keep your heart pure."

I think this is the mind set when one joins the University.

Family is a blessing

one of those many mansions in Rhode Island, NY

I thank the Lord for another opportunity to spend a vacation with my family.

The last time I traveled to Hong Kong was 4 years ago. Even though my family would often go there these past years, I was always left behind since I was living in the U.S for quite some time. I have such fond memories of this city- good food, shopping and long walks. A perfect fit for what our family truly enjoys.

As I grow older each year, I look back and realize that in this life, apart from a personal relationship with the Lord, what truly matters to me is my family. I am grateful that the Lord continues to bless us, to sustain us and to keep us together amidst the changing times.

I am looking forward to a fun, fun, fun, three-day vacation. :)

P.S. Even though this is a vacation, I opted to bring some of my paperwork. Haha:)

Greater Things, Great Expectations

I know that preparation is the key to everything. I am hoping for two things to happen in the coming months.

First, to enjoy His will for me in the environment where He has placed me. Slowly, I am understanding His will for my life, not totally but slowly. There is this peace and joy when I think about this school year and what lies ahead of me.

Second, to train for the 10 k marathon. I've been running the 5k for almost 2 years now and I know that it's time to take the next level.

Challenges are good every now and then. It expands your horizon. It enriches yourself.

It enlarges your vision. It molds your character.

Thank you Lord for everything.

Of idealism...

I have planned my life to the last detail...

But the funny thing about

answered prayer is

they come to you in unexpected ways...

How can I plan on forever when I never planned you?

Isaiah 33: 6 "He shall be the stability of 'our' times" :)

To you, thanks for everything.

We only just begun.

I need this

The beach, we shall meet again in 3 days...:)

And He rested...

If God took time out in a day to rest, then it is just fitting that man should do likewise.

The past days have been challenging-both physically and mentally.

I had too many commitments-both at work and outside work, that I hardly had time to just pause and find rest.

Plus the fact that I had an upcoming board exam (LET), which really stressed me out. Why? I didn't have the time to study. I only had a day or two to go through the reviewer. I would at times wake up at 2 am to read through some of the reviewer and then rest for about an hour again before I head to work.

This was the first time that I took an exam wherein I wasn't prepared at all. I simply relied on my stock knowledge, the tips from friends, and most importantly, on God.

The aftermath of this all? I saw myself in the doctor's clinic the day after, seeking advise as to how to deal with the terrible stiff neck. Doctor's advice: Medications and therapy.

This was the most excruciating pain I have experienced in my entire life. I can't even have the words to explain the kind of numbness that I felt. I literally cannot move my head. I can only look straight. Talking, walking and doing the normal routines took a lot of effort. I felt helpless. I was fidgety at first. How can I rest when I have tons of paperwork to attend to? Lord, do you really want me to rest? I asked.

If only He could answer me at that time, I know He would. It was very obvious that He wanted me to take my mind off work and to just rest. Rest, Rest and Rest.

Lord, thank you for a cause to pause...

I badly needed this.

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday to my favorite person in the world!

I thank God for you. :)

Enjoy your day!!! :p