You are dearly missed...

Shalom, our first puppy.

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Dedicated specially for Shalom

To our dear shalom,

You're the first puppy we ever had and no doubt, the smartest and cutest. Words can't express how sorry we are to have bought you without realizing how much attention you yearned from us during the day when we both aren't around. Like a child, you suffered from separation anxiety and started biting..sometimes it's play biting, sometimes your bites really hurt. When we started to realise that we are running short of energy and time to train you, we know that we are not going to be good owners. It was absolutely heart breaking and painful when we decided to let you have a new owner, but we both knew that it would be best for you as your new owner can take care of you both day and night and even bring you along when she goes to work. You deserve much more than what we could give. I cried buckets for several nights knowing that I had to part with you. Though I was a lil afraid whenever you get jumpy and start biting, I really love you and I really hate hearing you whimper. We miss you so much, but also glad to know that you are happy in your new home.

Though we only had you for a week, the memories we shared together will stay with us forever. I took many photos and videos of and with you and I look at them from time to time. Shalom, you know you are really such a smart dog. Within a day, you learnt how to jump out of your play pen even though it's quite high! Within one week, you learnt how to sit and come when we ask you to, and even play fetch! You always followed us wherever we go and constantly wait upon our door step throughout the night (many times you could even knocked and scratched our door to get our attention)...so that when we opened our bedroom door, you could immediately run in. You even got a lil used to being alone and stopped whimpering so much as the week passed. You also knew how to sit down by our feet and look at us with your cute angelic face when you know food or a treat is near you. Not to forget, I still remember the first time you pooped, you pooped straight into your litter tray! Litter training was easy for us although there were a couple of times where you didn't pee in your tray and we had to clear up for you. I still remember the first time we bathed you...you were so wet and smelt so fresh after that. Oh, how I love cuddling you and seeing you jump on us.

Dear shalom, though you probably won't remember us, you are always in our hearts. Your name means peace, and we hope you will bring peace to your new family. Be good, grow well and be a joy alright? We hope, one day, we will be able to see you once again. Love you lots.

Shalom
3 months puppy
Spitz cross Pom
DOB: 12/11/12
With us from 10/02/13 to 17/02013

Reflecting on God's Blessings in Year 2012

I thank God for His grace and love towards me in 2012. Truly, He's good. As I reflect on God's presence in my life, my heart becomes overwhelmed with gratefulness.

1. Got married to a man who cannot be more perfect for me.

2. Resigned for the 2nd time and obeyed the calling to teach.

3. Overcame the obstacles that came my way in teaching - delayed starting date, teaching in pri sch etc

4. God was at our wedding, and it cldnt have been more beautiful.

5. Survived first sem of nie with amazing unexpected results, passing all my tests and not having to re-test.

6. Managed to learn how to drive to Nie and being kept safe.

7. Parents who grew closer to God - mum who now attends ladies night every tues and serving in a ukulele group, became regular cell grp members

8. Lost my handphone which threw me in a frenzy, only to realise God wants me to let Him take control - with prayers, my phone was returned in a miraculous way.

9. Being able to manage wife, daughter and household duties with sch work.

10. Having the best honeymoon ever. Blessed with fine weather that is unexpected based on forecast

11. Having an old lady to randomly come up to us and insisted to give us $10 for our honeymoon.

12. Spiritual growth in both our lives - acknowledging God in our marriage.

13. Resolved conflicts and Deepened love with each other

So so many more blessings - whether big or small; I see God's hands in our lives. Come 2013, I just want to rmb God's goodness, be not afraid of the challenges to come and trust Him even more as I seek to live out a life that glorifies Him.

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Reaching our 4 mths mark :)

It's been a beautiful journey as husband and wife thus far and i really enjoy the companionship we share with each other. Having someone to confide into and turn to for every single circumstance is indeed a blessing. Thank u God for giving me such a wonderful husband. I truly cannot ask for more. I pray that our love will reflect Your love and be a good testimony to those around us.

Food from M&D's kitchen!

Home baked salmon and potatoes with boiled vegetables for the husband :) fresh out from our kitchen!

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28 July 2012 - The day we became one!

And so 1 yr of wedding planning just flew by in a flash, but we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves on that very special day. It was definitely very memorable and touching to see so many friends and family coming to help us and share our joy. Many times during the ceremony, both of us were trying hard to hold back our tears of joy. We both knew, this day, will be the day we commit our lives to each other and that we will hold true to our vows. Having our little jss children to be involved in our wedding was my dream. Their love for God and for us never fail to make me smile. I love all of them soo much!

So, what's married life been like? Well, its essentially doing everything together and constantly sparing a thought for our partner. We share our burdens and share our lives together. Staying together by ourselves has been a very new environment but this home that we have set up will be our nest as we build a family together. I miss staying with my parents very much, but I know its time to be independent and I know they are happy for me. Officially been over 1 week as a happy Mrs. Ong and it feels great! (: thanks to God, Matt has been a superb hubby, really, for always thinking for me, sharing household responsibilities and making every effort to make me feel at ease with our new home. Love u hub!

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My Angels :)

These little ones came up to us and indicated that they wanted to sing and play the violin for our wedding. It's my dream to have kids involved in my wedding and I can't believe this dream has turned into reality. Sunday sch ministry has touched our hearts so much, and we just pray that they will continue to grow up with God in the center of their lives. Love all of them to bits!

I am pretty certain I will tear on my wedding day... Angels In heaven above will definitely be touched by their voices n hearts. It's really exciting seeing the ceremony programme taking shape! :)

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