::8 July 02 mon:: Back to reality!!
: Hi, we're back to work today after a long break from everything. It's time to get back to reality and labour for our future... =))

Yes, we had a good wedding! everything went on smoothly. The honeymoon was great despite a few squabbles here and there... over shopping and finances. We love our new home!! It's cosy and comfortable.

How's married life? Good!! it feels good to go home together after a movie or a shopping trip. save money for cab fares - no more sending Alice back to Sengkang and then taking cab back to Boon Lay. Still trying to get used to washing clothes and ironing. Every meal, we'd fret - should we cook or buy back?

:: 23 Jun 02 sun:: John sang a song for Alice

It's a little bit funny,
This feeling inside,
You know I am not one of those
who can easily hide,
I know it's not much,
But this is the best I can do,
My gift is my song,
And this one is for you..

If I am a pastor,
but then again no.
But I am a children church teacher
in our 'ole familiar church
I know it is not much,
but this is the best I can do,
My gift is myself
And I am for you

And you can tell everybody,
this is our song,
it maybe quite simple
but now that it's done
I hope my pastors don't mind
I hope our parents don't mind
that I put down in words

How wonderful life is
while you're in my world (x2)

:: 20 Jun 02 thurs:: Losing my cool.
: I shouted at John yesterday when he kept pressing me about the dinner tables. It's a real loud shout and think he was taken aback. It's the first time i've ever shouted at him - actually i rarely lose my temper. It was not anger, it's just that i cld not take the pressure anymore! Really couldnt take all the questions from my parents and john - just want to shut them out.

We're ok. John understood. He said he wld take care of everything.

:: 19 Jun 02 wed:: No more time!!!
: Oh dear, three more days?!! So soon... one, two, threeeeeee???!!! Counting down from 12mn, i have only 3 more days? =P scary.... not sure if all couples go thru this phase of apprehension, sleeplessness, anxiety, bowels irritation, loss of appetite, periodic outbreaks of anger, silly arguments over trival matters, pettiness..... cant wait for it to be over...

:: 18 Jun 02 tues :: Studio photos'r out
: Just got our studio photos, in time for our wedding. Phew!! =) Click to see enlarged photos.

:: 18 Jun 02 tues :: John's lament
:I couldn't sleep for the past few nights. I was too excited and anxious for the wedding. After the "Guo Da Li", things were happening in a swirl. We are currently finalising our table arrangements. Last night, I met up with Jeffrey and Daniel. Jeffrey will be the dinner coordinator and Daniel is the MC. I think my stress has just been transferred to them (osmosis), we looked REALLY tense through out the evening.

Another good news! I watched the match between Spain and Ireland. Even though Spain did not deserve to enter the quarter-finals, I was relieved that they made it. Kudos to Casillas! He saved two of the penalties. Imagine me at Alice's place, cheering them on with her brother and father. So funny and ah-beng!

Hey Church camp is on from today till Thursday! Hmmm.. I wonder how is it like? Who is my cell group leader, anyway?? Can that person call me soon? We will be away for honeymoon, hor. Also, sorry if I did not invirte you for my wedding dinner (hee hee.. just in case).

BTW, any Crystalites who is reading this, take care of Alice when she is there. She is very fragile.. handle with care, ok? And finally, children in children church, if I caught you "bullying" Teacher Alice.........


:: 17 Jun 02 mon :: Reunited
:Feels good to catch up with old friends. Have not seen my good friend, debra, for the past few years (3 years?). Not sure why, just no contact! am shocked to hear that this tom-boy and crazy girl is now a mother of a two year-old kid. so glad for her and am looking forward to seeing her at my wedding. =))

:: 16 Jun 02 sun :: Happy Father's Day
:Did not do anything special for my dad today - bought him a bottle of perfume. He looked pleased. Also taught him how to walk and hand my hand over to John. He simply refused to do a dry-run, saying that any idiot wld know what to do - soooo easy, he said. Let's see if he can do it this sunday. Really cannot imagine my dad in jacket and tie, think he'll look really funny. =)

Had my rehearsal this afternoon. Rather confusing - hold one hand, two hands, kneel, stand, step forward, left, right (huh?!!) - dun think i can remember anything now. Our officiating minister also gabra along; it's his first time doing it. Not sure if he's too tense or he watched too much movies - he said, "I'm pleased to present to you MR AND MRS JOHN WOO!!" - John turned back and looked at him in surprise - EH, I'M NOT JOHN WOO, I'M JOHN CHEE!!! Aiyah, just 'gabra' through.... Anyway, i was so happy throughout that i cld not stop smiling from ear to ear - john said i looked as if i cld not wait to be married off. MUST CONTAIN myself!!! Poise!! Elegance!! Mature!! =)

I know what song John'll be singing this sunday - he meant it as a secret but he said he's very scared and he had to share it with me!! i told him he's a wonderful voice and he's doing very well.

Encourage him ok? Must cheer and shout ENCORE!! =)

:: 15 Jun 02 sat :: TV for us!!
:We got a 14" TV from my dad!! No.. it's not for our bedrooms, it's for our living room. Didnt want the TV to be central focal pt of the living room. Interaction is the most important thing in our home - both for the hosts and guests! So be prepared to come to our home and just... talk! of course, with some food provided too.


:: 14 Jun 02 fri :: Early make-up
:Just confirmed: Doing my make-up at 5am. Have to be up by 4:45am. Wow.... hope i can survive through the day....hope my make-up doesnt run. =))

Had my Ah Yee's meeting last nite... they had a hard time thinking of ways to sabo the groom. They thot of all things possible - but all seem to be too easy for John. If you have any bright ideas, can contact them - Ivy or Cheryl

:: 13 Jun 02 thurs :: Unfolding the flower
:>This is certainly worth a moment of reflection...
A young, new preacher was walking with an older, more seasoned preacher in the garden one day. Feeling a bit insecure about what God had for him to do, he was asking the older preacher for some advice. The older preacher walked up to a rosebush and handed the young preacher a rosebud and told him to open it without tearing off any petals.The young preacher looked in disbelief at the older preacher and was trying to figure out what a rosebud could possibly have to do with his wanting to know the will of God for his life and ministry. Because of his great respect for the older preacher, he proceeded to tryto unfold the rose, while keeping every petal intact... It wasn't long before he realized how impossible this was to do. Noticing the younger preacher's inability to unfold the rosebud without tearing it, the older preacher began to recite the following poem...

It is only a tiny rosebud,
A flower of God's design;
But I cannot unfold the petals
With these clumsy hands of mine.
The secret of unfolding flowers
Is not known to such as I.
GOD opens this flower so sweetly,
When in my hands they die.
If I cannot unfold a rosebud,
This flower of God's design,
Then how can I have the wisdom
To unfold this life of mine?
So I'll trust in Him for leading
Each moment of my day.
I will look to him for His guidance
Each step of the pilgrim way.
The pathway that lies before me,
Only my Heavenly Father knows.
I'll trust Him to unfold the moments,
Just as He unfolds the rose.

Let's be reminded to let go and let God unfold your life!

:: 13 Jun 02 thurs :: Counting down...
:Oh dear, 10 more days to go.... =P scary.... To think that the DAY that we've been preparing for, looking forward to and dreamed of is finally drawing near - very near... =P

I had a small tiff with my mom this morning - she still cannot confirm with me the no. of relatives turning up for dinner. She said that it's so "ma-lu" to RSVP with my relatives. If they turn up, good. If not, so be it!!!! i tried to talk some sense to her but she didnt understand, exclaiming that she never had such problems during her time... sigh... i give up....


:: 11 Jun 02 tues :: Sleepless nites..zzzzzzz....zzz
:I cldnt sleep the past few nites, esp so last nite. I just find it so scary to think that next weekend is my wedding. And i'm going to leave my parents' home - no more mom's cooking, no more free laundry, no more mummy's nagging "Go & eat your dinner!" "Go & bathe!" "Go & clean up your room!" --- I really dun think i'm prepared! - "who will be prepared anyway, hor?" =)) Think my parents are also feeling that sense of "_________" (cant find a right word). Since sunday, they've been educating me on the art of becoming a good daughter-in-law - what i can do or cannot do...advised me what's impt in life and what's not impt. Asked me if i have enuf money etc....


:: 10 Jun 02 mon :: All cards're distributed!!
:We've finally distributed all the cards!! =))