so sweet... =)

as i mentioned in my last post, been facing some issues recently (nothing to do with marriage...) and this week in particular was a difficult and emotionally and mentally draining one. mel, poor thing, has been on the receiving end of all my angst, hurt and low self esteem. i really really think he's got to be the sweetest and most understanding hubby around! =D haha

anyway tonight when we got back, after a long day, i saw a present on the bed! hee!!! it was EEYORE!!! hee.

when we were dating, i had told him before how eeyore is one of, if not my favourite, cartoon character. i love his droopy ears and melancholic disposition, and the little ribbon on his tail. =) but at that time, he didn't buy for me.

so it was SUCH a nice surprise to see him tonight. i was really touched by the surprise gift, and the obvious thought and effort that went behind it. =) no matter what life feels like for now, i really can give thanks that he is part of my life now. =)

yup yup. so THANK YOU dearie!!!

so apt

been having quite a few 'wrestlings' with God this past week. still not over the hill yet, but i've been greatly blessed. every day He gives me something as an anchor for the day, just enough for each hour.

this morning it was no exception. checking my mail, i came across an ad by Dayspring for their 2008 calendars. This is what was written by Roy Lessin, the co-founder of Dayspring

"God wants you to move through this day with a quiet heart, an inward assurance that he is in control, a peaceful certainty that your life is in his hands, a deep trust in his plans and purposes, and a thankful disposition toward all that he allows. He wants you to put your faith in him, not a timetable. He wants you to wait for him and wait on him. In his perfect way he will put everything together... see to every detail... arrange every circumstance... and order every step to bring to pass what he has for you."

and in my quiet time this morning:

"therefore, my dear brothers (or sister!), stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain." 1 Cor 15: 58

A Beautiful Day

A few special moments from our Big Day! =)


My brother and Mel


The band of Brothers...


... and the Sisters =)


Me! (I like this shot)


The cutest ang pow box in the world! (Thanks Dawn & Yann!)


Beautiful cake made by my Aunty Lin and Mandy!


Lovely flowergirls and their proud Daddies.


Me and my Daddy... I really treasure this moment.


Post-wedding shoot at the beach!






Before our wedding dinner at Conrad


Ha ha ha!!!

There are lots more treasured pics with friends - I just don't have the time and wireless speed to upload them all =b Hee.
But special thanks to Karen, for the flowergirl baskets, Julienne for the guest book, Nette for the cookies, and Ohno and Haramichi (friends from Japan) for being there!!!

Of course, BIG THANKS to our wonderful coodinators Joy, Sara, Sharon and Eeleen =D

Honeymoon Pics!!!

Our first day - a walk in Hyde Park



Day 2 - we left London on a one-day coach tour of Salisbury, Stonehenge and Bath. This is a shot of the famous stones at Stonehenge.



Day 3 - Audrey Hepburn's house!!! =)



Day 4 - Shopping day! We made it all the way from Marble Arch to Piccadilly Circus! Heh heh. This is me sipping a cranberry juice during lunch...



Day 5 - In the afternoon, we travelled out to Hillingdon to meet my friend, Jason. This is a picture of just one of the many beautiful flowers in the garden. So pretty!



Day 8 - We arrived in the Lake District after a 6 hour drive. Beautiful sunset views just took my breath away. Even the picture doesn't do it justice.



Day 9 - Went on a 2-mile farm trail! I loved the chicken coop best. So many chickens, and all so friendly. =)



After the farm visit, we took a cruise down Lake Windermere. This is an artsy shot Mel took of the brilliant sky!



Day 10 - We visited William Wordsworth's (a famous poet) childhood home and also the house where he lived after marriage. (His sister was called Dorothy!) In the latter home, he had a very beautiful small garden.



First time I saw apple trees! =)



We ended our last day with a delicious high tea. By the way, what you see is the average English portion for ONE. Haha... but we shared most meals...



Last shot at the B&B where we stayed.

back to reality

yes i'm back!

been back for a while actually. it's just been a mix of joy, sadness and surreal-ity adjusting back to 'normal' life, albeit as a married woman.

happy one month anniversary to us!!! =D

it's been a really cool month. learnt so much about myself and him... good and bad... seen so many wonderful things on our honeymoon, heard so much rich history and stories that i wish i could create a video of my mind... haha... and lots more precious memories that i will always treasure from our first month together.

something's wrong with my webspace where i normally upload my newsletters... =( but at least photobucket still works. =)

i'll be uploading some choice pics of my honeymoon tomorrow.. and maybe some wedding pics by the end of the week!

thanks for being there for us, as we venture into our new life together...