When I was stepping into the lift to get to the ground floor I felt something slipped down my legs and to my horror, I saw my keys hit the floor and bounce right into the gap between the lift doors, into the deep darkness of the lift shaft and then a distant clink when [...]

“And Moses examined all the work and behold, they had done it; just as the Lord had commanded, this they had done. So Moses blessed them.” (Exodus 39:43 NASB) This is one of the qualities of a leader, who, in my context, be a mother who checks her children’s work or an employer of a [...]

It was one of those days when the little ones got into a unreasonable, silly and nonsensical argument, making irritating comments to each other. The little sister often ended up shouting at the brother, hoping to shush him for good but often to no avail. But this time, she did it: “YOU! Kor-Kor! GO to [...]

Here I am now in Harmoni One Hotel, Batam, for a 2D1N trip with my thirteenth year-old, watching her take her evening dip in the rooftop pool. The trip was booked through www.deals.com.sg that includes 4-star hotel stay that comes with a buffet breakfast, free wifi connection during stay, two-way transfers, ferry ticket, one seafood [...]

When God made the covenant with Abraham, He had also progressively increased his faith, specifically in the area of the promise of making a great nation out of Abraham. From the conception of Isaac to the point of sacrificing his precious son, God was testing Abraham’s response. Is he patient, faithful, obedient, having faith, attentive? [...]

Reuben was in one of those thinking moods again: “Why doesnt’ God have a wife?” “Why doesn’t He choose a wife as big as Himself? “Since He’s our Heavenly Father, where’s our heavenly mother?” “God should have a wife because He needs a heavenly helper to help prepare a place for us in heaven.” Answers? [...]

It was one of those days when mommy decided that Reuben needed a break from his play (though he didn’t think so) so I offered to read a Bible story to him when the topic of God the Father, the Son & the Holy Spirit came up. “What’s the meaning of Trinity?” he asked, still [...]

After cleaning the hamster cage & putting in some fresh food, papa announced to the children: ” The hamster is eating dinner now!” Ruth responded: ” the hamster’s not supposed to eat dinner, it hasn’t prayed (say grace before meals) yet!” Mommy: “oh why not you help the hamster to pray?” Ruth (with a very [...]

Exactly 3 months have passed and she finally did it! The moment she  came down from the highchair after a big lunch, Ruth announced that she was going to pass motion and may soil her panties anytime.  Usually she would ask for a diaper and then do her disappearing act into the curtains but today [...]

Rachel had been wanting to play in the rain for quite some time and finally got her chance yesterday.  Seeing the dark clouds looming over the skies she persuaded mommy to take her to the beach park to play basketball.  Of course the little brother won’t want to miss out all the fun. So there [...]

As Reuben was learning his Chinese language, he announced that there are 3 kinds of mouse: Lao Shu (老鼠) Lao Shi (老师) Lao Hu (老虎) Amazing he can come up with things like that, jaw-dropping….

I’ve only learned more about the late Mrs LKY since she passed away on Saturday, and am deeply moved by her gently & quiet spirit, being a pillar of strength behind her loved ones, making tremendous contribution to the shaping of our nation but much of the work is done behind the scenes.  What a [...]

Ruth enjoyed her bedtime activities tonight simply because she got to play in our bed.  There is this sense of freedom & great joy when she dove & rolled around in our king size bed. Then it occurred to me that she is the only one among our children to miss out this special treat. [...]

Finally, Ruth is potty-trained. First few days was quite daunting as she had not master the skill to control her bladder.  So every 15 minutes I’ll have to take her to the potty, sometimes met with resistance.  Once delayed, I’ll have to mop the floor and wash her up. I remember having to do that [...]

Yesterday was Rachel’s Grade 5 violin practical exam.  After months of preparation the big day finally arrived. There were many struggles prior to the exam.  Rachel was very occupied by school’s CCA & PSLE preparations so time was very limited.  Her violin instructor often taught overtime for every class.  So for her Monday 8-9pm class, [...]

Today the Chinese tutor dropped a bombshell.  She announced that she is leaving Singapore in 4 days time because her daughter is leaving then to further her studies in UK.  Her own visa will expire the moment the daughter leaves Singapore so she can’t stay to help Rachel through her PSLE. We were shocked & [...]

Winter white 8 weeks old, became part of our family.  Mainly Reuben’s pet, named Buddy.  Friendly little fella, always comes forward whenever we go near the cage.   At this age, it’s not very proficient with the treadmill, often spins too fast till he got thrown out, or maybe he’s having fun?  :)

Ruth is now 27 months old.  I have not been keeping track of her milestones on paper except for some video shots whenever possible.  Today I just realized that she has gained independence in many areas such as dressing herself with good finger agility at the button holes as well as removing her clothing, putting [...]

Ruth is finally weaned from breastfeeding.  2 years, 2 months and 7 days long.  The longest of the 3 children at breast milk.  It was a peaceful end, no struggles, no crying, no need to use medicated oil or bitter oil.  Occasionally she would ask if she can drink milk while pulling at my blouse but [...]

Reuben:  ”Mommy, turn on your eyes!!”  (That’s when mommy dozed off while reading to him) Reuben:  ”Why must all of us go out to empty the house?”  (On a Sunday when all of us, including Ika, left the house for church) Ruth burped.  Mommy:  ”Wow! What a croak!  Are you a frog?” Ruth:  ”No!  I’m [...]