The Radical Life

Never saw it this way before. But tonight's devotion really opened my eyes. To live Jesus' lifestyle is to live the 'narrow' way & the radical way.

My flesh felt dissatisfied when caregiving, parenting & work responsibilities overwhelmed me! I reckoned that 2014 was a year of less enjoyment for me.

But it was indeed a year of great humbling! Of leaning on the Lord & hanging to Him for dear life at some moments.

It had been a radical year! Of less highs & more lows. But the more lows have an eternal value in Heaven's perspective. I have come through the narrow way! Without actually realising it. All I was consciously aware of was that it had been uncomfortable & unenjoyable.

If 2014 is a prelude to a radical life, then 2015 will have to be even more glorious! Living in the fast lane of faith. I am to live in day-tight compartments. A day at a time. Exercising faith & deciding not to worry!

I thank the Lord for the fruits of my labour. If I do not lose heart & faith, I shall reap what I sow. 

Missing the days of Toddler Starfish

The 2 Evans...

All's well with my soul

Angel's first day at PPHCK was good. Uneventful since she is already quite familiar with the drill of schoolbus & all. Looking forward to her brand new week with enrichment classes to occupy her little inquisitive mind & restless nature!

First day at Fins Swim School was good too. Thank God Coach Sarah took control. Angel overcame her initial apprehension associated with the 'stranger' Coach Stanley. Interestingly, Coach Stanley had a haircut & looked neater. Heh! Even I couldnt recognise him from far.

Evan had so much fun & 'fighting' with Angel at home for 2 full weeks. Super long vacation for him! Looking forward to him returning to N1 Respect's curriculum proper. The best part of this stayhome-cation for Evan is the father-son bonding. He has grown quite fond of his father & initiates interaction with him.

Lastly but most importantly, we started modelling positive caregiving behaviours towards our demented mother. Hardwork but all worth it. We took mum & dad out to the Botanic Gardens & held her hand as much as we could.

Thank you God for a great year ahead! The verse that comes to mind as I reflect on today is:
Do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will take care of itself. If my Father in Heaven feeds the ravens in the sky, how much more will He take care of us?
Give us this day our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who trespass against us.

First Days of 2015: Kids' Reward for Good Behaviour (Barrage Scooting & Kite Flying)