Living out Faith

So yes, there's a shift in lifestyle. Not a major one but there's a little someone that we consider when we make our plans. It's no longer just what we like but rather how feasible would this be with little one. For the longest time, I did what I wanted or what Babe wanted. We went to the restaurants that we liked and bought stuff that we like. And yes holidayed where we liked too. But things are kinda different now. Even meals with the ladies are fewer than before and yes, they are making the huge effort to come to Park Island. Love them for making the effort. Last week, I was in Spore for a school trip. If Josias didn't arrive, I would have left one night earlier and came back one day later and Babe would have joined me in Spore too. He would have planned a work trip to Spore. But well, things change and it was strange being in Spore alone without Babe and going to bed without Babe too. And that was when it hit, yes, lifestyle change. This morning, we woke up at least...

We're very thankful for the support and well wishes from family and friends. Support from family and friends is very important and it's more so when there's a little one in the family. And it's especially more so when we live away from family and friends. When Josias arrived, I texted a few people and namely, family and the well wishes were quite overwhelming. I was very touched by it. Mum flew into Hong Kong on the second day Josias came home. Close friends of mine have been wanting to meet him. But sometimes it's hard because Josias kicks a mini fuss if he doesn't get home by 9ish to sleep every night. So meetings with friends have been limited to Saturday's lunches or early dinners. So ladies, sorry, will try to get Josias out to meet you soon. When I told a couple of close friends that Josias arrived, Stanley wanted to be his godfather and of course I agreed without hesitation. I asked Eve if she would be his godma and she's totally agreed too. We we...

So I was at Sanatorium Hospital in Hong Kong having lunch with Dana after my LASIK procedure. After lunch, my phone rang and it was my case work for adoption. He told me that we were matched! I was so excited that I opened my eyes wide and told Dana the news. Well, I wasn't meant to open my eyes. I was too excited. A flurry of text messages flew in and out and then was reminded again, can't read and focus too much. The next morning, I woke up bright and early, couldn't really sleep. Guess I was far too excited to meet him. It was Christmas Eve and that was the first time that we met. Totally fell in love with him. The next day at Christmas Service, I was about to cry and thank God with all my heart. But remembered, LASIK, no crying. My heart was just overflowing with joy and gladness and thanksgiving! God did what He set out to do for us. It was the best present ever. For the next week, we did the visits and hung out with him. On the 31st of Dec, we brought him home. And......

So this is already the 4th of Jan. Time kinda flies doesn't it? How do I like my year so far? Well, not really complaining. Mum arrived on the 1st for a short vacation. Guess she's liking it so far. But then again, maybe not. Will have to ask her later. Babe left for his work work trip of the year this morning too. He'll be back on Friday. Me, I'm back at work. Not really complaining. I've gotten to know some of my colleagues and actually find coming to work sometimes enjoyable. And yes, I look forward to having little chit chats with them and the students. I didn't make any resolutions for the new year. Or rather, have not been making them because why do I need to wait for a new year to make a change in my life. If I think changes should be made, I'll make it there and then. No point waiting. Well, I've not had a smoke or drink in years. So in that department, I've been good. The last year saw Babe and I learning and growing more and we've come ...