Slowing moving into my 3rd trimester.
Feeling some new symptoms like water retention, backaches...and the anxieties seem to be returning.
Haven't been swimming cos I took so long to get my swimsuit. Thank God I managed to get one at just $26++ haha :) (after 30% discount and using $20 voucher). That was another of God's blessing.
The anxieties of childbirth, afterbirth care are beginning to surface...for a while, I think I was just suppressing them and trying to be strong. But I felt so much better after acknowledging them and getting in touch with how I am really feeling. Bringing them all to the Lord, even in tears, brings about so much comfort.
I think many a times, living in this harsh world, we easily come up with our own coping mechanisms. We hardly have time to get in touch with our true selves...and pour out our genuine fears and anxieties. We wear masks in front of others and "look ok" when deep inside, we may not be. It's important to be real and it's ok to be vulnerable.
God is our refuge and strength, our ever-present help in times of trouble.
It's truly comforting to know that we can always lean on Him, no matter how we feel. :)
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Monday, December 29, 2008
THANK GOD!
After the long break since Christmas Eve, I really had no mood to chiong for work today. But because I knew I had work to do, I felt rather stressed last night...Moreover, my boss just returned from a long holiday, a big part of me was worried that he would start pressing me for stuff.
Right after I got out of bed this morning, I told hubby thru SMS my struggle...and deep inside my heart, I hoped that the day would be a non-stressful one.
Thank God.. I am now at the end of the day and I am truly grateful that God heard my request for this day to be a non-stressful one. Boss voluntarily assumed responsibility for a hearing this afternoon... I just tagged along.. PHEW.. no pressure from him with deadlines so far... little pieces of work have been completed throughout the day.
I am so relieved...ever since I got pregnant, I have been very very very averse to stress. It's always a blessing to be able to go through a day smoothly without putting the little princess in my tummy through too much stress and anxiety. Thank God.
I have to clear my last 2 days of leave...and yup.. I am only left with 30 Dec and 31 Dec 2008 to play around with, no choice... :p So yup, probably won't be coming into office tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, except for the company lunch! OH ya.. and 1 January's a public holiday!:) Thank God...that means more rest for me...yeah!
God knows our needs.
Right after I got out of bed this morning, I told hubby thru SMS my struggle...and deep inside my heart, I hoped that the day would be a non-stressful one.
Thank God.. I am now at the end of the day and I am truly grateful that God heard my request for this day to be a non-stressful one. Boss voluntarily assumed responsibility for a hearing this afternoon... I just tagged along.. PHEW.. no pressure from him with deadlines so far... little pieces of work have been completed throughout the day.
I am so relieved...ever since I got pregnant, I have been very very very averse to stress. It's always a blessing to be able to go through a day smoothly without putting the little princess in my tummy through too much stress and anxiety. Thank God.
I have to clear my last 2 days of leave...and yup.. I am only left with 30 Dec and 31 Dec 2008 to play around with, no choice... :p So yup, probably won't be coming into office tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, except for the company lunch! OH ya.. and 1 January's a public holiday!:) Thank God...that means more rest for me...yeah!
God knows our needs.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Blessed Christmas 2008 :)
Went for a surprise birthday party cum Christmas Eve party yesterday! Had a great time, eating, having fun, exchanging presents etc :)
This year, I particularly enjoy the process of receiving and shopping for little gifts. The process of getting a little gift for a loved one is a sweet one.. :p I am not a 'gifts' sort of person, but I guess this year, I have learnt to pick up the love language of "giving gifts".
But why do we give one another gifts? Why is this season known as a "season of giving"? Because our loving Heavenly Father gave us the GREATEST GIFT OF ALL - OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST.
Went for a Christmas service this morning by myself...cos I wanted to pause from all the partying and busyness etc...and truly ponder over the true meaning of Christmas. Singing all the classic Christmas hymns, "Silent Night, Holy Night", "Joy to the Word", "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing", "O Come All Ye Faithful"...it was truly enjoyable.
The speaker shared this message which really touched my heart, "A Three-in-One gift"...
Jesus is our LIGHT in our DARKNESS.
Jesus is our LIVING WATER in our DESERTPLACE.
Jesus is our SHELTER in our STORMS.
Are you similarly touched by our Lord's great love this Christmas? He came to bear our sins on the Cross, so that you and I may walk with Him eternally.
Blessed Christmas my dear friends!
Thursday, December 18, 2008
The Eleventh Hour
Attended parts of the JYF camp over the past few days :) It's a good camp. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
Every JYFer is adorable and lovable hahahaha :p I had a lot of fun and enjoyed myself.
I learnt from the sermons on "The Eleventh Hour" too... and it was moving to see so many respond to the altar call at the end of the last sermon.
I hope everyone had fun, bonded together and learnt from His Word through the few days.
Been reading the papers... youths nowadays are really exposed to lots of evil...from a very young age. It's really sad...my prayer's that the Lord will raise up a generation of youth leaders who will stand for truth all their lives.
Theme verse of the camp,
Revelations 22:12-13
12"Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. 13I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End."
Every JYFer is adorable and lovable hahahaha :p I had a lot of fun and enjoyed myself.
I learnt from the sermons on "The Eleventh Hour" too... and it was moving to see so many respond to the altar call at the end of the last sermon.
I hope everyone had fun, bonded together and learnt from His Word through the few days.
Been reading the papers... youths nowadays are really exposed to lots of evil...from a very young age. It's really sad...my prayer's that the Lord will raise up a generation of youth leaders who will stand for truth all their lives.
Theme verse of the camp,
Revelations 22:12-13
12"Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. 13I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End."
Little princess
Doc says we are going to have a little princess :p hehe...Nice...:)
Saw her tiny body, legs, hands, eye sockets, nose etc at the last detailed scan. It's still so amazing.
Now, it's time to think of her name...that's a tough one.
Many people ask me whether we prefer to have a boy or a girl...well.. :) I think it's really wonderful either way. God-given either way right :p and God knows what's best. We just need to embrace His gift with complete joy and anticipation.
In the midst of the uncertainties of carrying a child.. I am just thankful that God is in complete control.
Saw her tiny body, legs, hands, eye sockets, nose etc at the last detailed scan. It's still so amazing.
Now, it's time to think of her name...that's a tough one.
Many people ask me whether we prefer to have a boy or a girl...well.. :) I think it's really wonderful either way. God-given either way right :p and God knows what's best. We just need to embrace His gift with complete joy and anticipation.
In the midst of the uncertainties of carrying a child.. I am just thankful that God is in complete control.
Friday, December 05, 2008
More more blessings :)
I am already in a holiday mood :) hehehe
I want to thank God for....
1. All the kind souls who have given up their seats to me on MRT rides. Lately, I don't have to stand during any of the MRT rides, not even for 2 stops.
2. The couple who had previously sold us a lot of baby stuff at their garage sale called hubby 3 days back and told us they wanted to give us more things for FREE! hehe...they gave us 1) a stroller; 2) Bigger car seat; and 3) speakers for our living room and bedroom! Yippee!!! All for free. :) [Photos will be uploaded soon]
2. I thought I had to rush a piece of work by today, before leaving for Malaysia tomorrow but boss told me today that I actually have some more time to work on it. :) hehe.
3. There was supposed to be a hearing sometime next week right after I am back from Malaysia...Was quite upset that I had to think about it during the trip. But...the court informed us that its been pushed to a later later date! Bingo!
4. The church camp will be so much fun!
I am so glad that I can now really relax and look forward to the holiday! Yeah yeah!
It's the little one's first trip to Malaysia. haha
I want to thank God for....
1. All the kind souls who have given up their seats to me on MRT rides. Lately, I don't have to stand during any of the MRT rides, not even for 2 stops.
2. The couple who had previously sold us a lot of baby stuff at their garage sale called hubby 3 days back and told us they wanted to give us more things for FREE! hehe...they gave us 1) a stroller; 2) Bigger car seat; and 3) speakers for our living room and bedroom! Yippee!!! All for free. :) [Photos will be uploaded soon]
2. I thought I had to rush a piece of work by today, before leaving for Malaysia tomorrow but boss told me today that I actually have some more time to work on it. :) hehe.
3. There was supposed to be a hearing sometime next week right after I am back from Malaysia...Was quite upset that I had to think about it during the trip. But...the court informed us that its been pushed to a later later date! Bingo!
4. The church camp will be so much fun!
I am so glad that I can now really relax and look forward to the holiday! Yeah yeah!
It's the little one's first trip to Malaysia. haha
Monday, December 01, 2008
Changes...
my life's changing...transiting.
Sometimes, it's hard to adapt to the changes in lifestyle that comes along with pregnancy.
Especially when I am a person who loves to bounce around...go outdoors...meet up with loads of ppl...
This 'slowing down' in my lifestyle...activities etc...can be difficult at times.
But I felt much better after talking to God about it last night. Knowing that He has His beautiful plans for me, and that there is a beautiful purpose behind all that I am going through...makes everything a lot easier.
I got to keep reminding myself, "it's all worth it"...though I cannot yet see the end of the road...
Persevere, persevere...
And like hubby always says, "Learn to enjoy the process :)"
Sometimes, it's hard to adapt to the changes in lifestyle that comes along with pregnancy.
Especially when I am a person who loves to bounce around...go outdoors...meet up with loads of ppl...
This 'slowing down' in my lifestyle...activities etc...can be difficult at times.
But I felt much better after talking to God about it last night. Knowing that He has His beautiful plans for me, and that there is a beautiful purpose behind all that I am going through...makes everything a lot easier.
I got to keep reminding myself, "it's all worth it"...though I cannot yet see the end of the road...
Persevere, persevere...
And like hubby always says, "Learn to enjoy the process :)"
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