July 02, 2006

early in the morning.

it was wonderful to be out with the guys. it has been quite a while, I guess ever since Mei left for Down Under. I'm real glad she's back, albeit for a short while, but time to be treasured all the same.

initial plan was to go slow at the Botanical Gardens, but an apparent love for better lighting and my growling tummy called for contingencies. the pizza place at Sixth Avenue proved a little too distasteful, with the cook taking a cringeworthy pick at his (!) nose. we settled for a thai restaurant off-street, the dishes were simple but appetising. a laughable incident would be the one when I asked the waitress, "Is your tom-yum very spicy?" and she rewarded me with an utter look of mixed dismay and confusion. I wonder why. and so I went on with another question, "Is that too tough a question?" with a quizzical look to match her bewilderment. an amusing exchange. and yes, she was very nice; served me with generous helpings of rice ungrudgingly.

ice-cream at Venezia was a treat, the unrelenting heat is still something to reckon with in the evenings. I had Durian Supreme and Tatufor, the latter a frozen version of Ferror Rocher. nice. other customers included Mark Chay and a quadruplet of middle-aged ladies who looked happy as can be.

it was a delightful evening.

Pastor Tan gave a word in season this afternoon, and I am glad that through the word, I have experienced great release. also, Mum told me earlier that it really is about doing your part, doing what you can, and whether others see your heart, that isn't something within your control. so yes, I believe I've done my best.

July 1st is Daddy's Birthday. Happy Birthday Dad! my parents are the greatest people God has given to me. through sunshine or rain, they'll always be there. even as I was preaching to the members on the Fatherhood of God earlier on, it is remarkably timely, that I am reminded that however imperfect the actions may be, the love is, and always will be perfect. Thank you Dada. :)

alright, gotta take a bath and nurse my sunburnt skin now. thanks to D., I've gotten a shade darker. but the sun has done me good!

just to add, the OSIM Triathlon was fun. thanks Boss.

and so, next week!
gid posted at 01:34