It has been four months...

My dad left us on the 8th of May, peacefully. His body fought a good fight and it was time for him to rest, to truely rest. He had given so much of his life to others, and to us, his family. He was never self-fish. He could always see the good in us. He knew how to encourage. Oh yes, he was a man of courage himself. In just less than 70 years, he survived many storms, climbed several mountains, and built a legacy for his children. As his first born, I am proud to be known as Mr Tang's daughter. Dad, we love you.

Hard Times

Life is never full of roses and candies only, but inevitably a journey where thorns and detours are found. Yet it is usually in hard times that we learn about strength, love, humility, trust, hope and faith. My dad has been diagnosed with brain tumour just a few days ago. Tomorrow would be his surgery. The neurologist would find out the condition of the tumour and he would know more clearly what we are dealing with. The last few days have been the most difficult time we as a family has ever had. I was the first one received the shocking news from the doctor; I broke down. It has not ceased to amaze me, however, that even in the midst of such a hard time, I could find the strength and love to face it. The supernatural strength. The love of God. These two things sustain me in time of distress and desperation. I cried my heart out to the heavenly, longing for a clear answer, but all I experienced was peace. In peace, I have the courage to find hope. In hope, I can trust. I trust, because Jesus loves. Jesus loves my dad. I can trust that goodness would follow my dad. Oh my soul, be courageous and full of hope.

The Year of the Mouse

People call it the year of the rat, but I think rats are dirty and ugly in appearance. Mice are more friendly and cute. Mice are sharp and alert to the stimuli in the environment, are sensitive and therefore more prepared for change and new things. Mice have the instinctual 6th sense to what is about to happen. Mice are active and swift. And so this will be for the Year of the Mouse. Those who embrace the year with faith and hope will be alert to the opportunities and act swiftly to take advantages of them. There may be uncertainty, but we must embrace this year with faith.

The numer of eight

2008 marks the beginning of a new seasion. The nmber "seven" carries the meaning of completion. The number "eight", therefore, signifies the beginning of a new season. Just like seven days has gone, the eighth day is the beginning of a new week. I like to mark this year as the beginning of the various aspects in my life.

Groove, etc

My husband has turned into a Groove Fanatic this year! It is quite a useful way to organise files and to do lists,etc, I must say. Much of our communication has since been happening on Groove! I can't complain cos at least he is trying to be organised. I am very happy with the way he has started the year. He has been swimming everyday, eating reasonably well, and getting himself organised. I must have done something right!