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Who am I, that the Lord of all the earth
Would care to know my name
Would care to feel my hurt
Who am I, that the bright and morning Star
Would choose to light the way
For my ever wandering heart
Not because of who I am
But because of what You've done
Not because of what I've done
But because of who You are
I am a flower quickly fading
Here today and gone tomorrow
A wave tossed in the ocean
A vapor in the wind
Still You hear me when I'm calling
Lord, You catch me when I'm falling
And You've told me who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours
Who am I, that the eyes that see my sin
Would look on me with love
and watch me rise again
Who am I, that the voice that calmed the sea
Would call out through the rain
And calm the storm in me
Whom shall I fear
Whom shall I fear
I am yours
dailies
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
-10:22 PM
On Saturday
Had dinner at TomSumJo’s place with KK, Kuen, Fiona, Nicky, Bryan and Didar. Mich came later with a surprise – cake! Felt so loved with showers of well wishes and gifts. Jojo cut the cake with me and he blew off all the flames. Mind you, it is quite a feat considering the number of candles (and please don’t ask me how many)! I burst out in laughter (and I wasn’t the only one) when he helped himself to my slice of cake on the table. Flashes came on with cameras. His innocent eyes and chocolate cream smeared all over his mouth simply makes him irresistibly adorable! And I love the Snuffy that Joash drew on the birthday card for me (though I couldn’t make out where exactly is Snuffy). Once again, thanks to all my beloved for creating another memorable birthday!
The youths and TomSumJo gave me CDs on Xin Yao (Volume 1 and 2) because I think I have been verbalizing my intention to purchase them. Looks like I can save my cash now. And I was shocked at how expensive they cost! Thanks to Tommy for telling me. Haha.
Didar and Dap bought me this exquisite water bottle – must be one of the most beautiful containers for water that I own. Well, it has my favourite colour on it!
On Sunday
Think AP was a little affected when she realised I am going off too. AWH was funny – sang “Right Here Waiting” for Mich and me. I would love to sing it to all the gems who have been walking with me for the past seven years I if I had the opportunity.
Aunt Ruby got me this pair of pearl earrings – reminded me that the pearls represent the fullness of God’s kingdom and that He has prepared the best for us, His children. She came purposely (to TomSumJo’s place) with Uncle and Krys to pass me them to me.
From Rev:
Happy birthday to you!
To Jesus be true.
May God’s richest blessings
Now rest upon you
Kenneth sent a very sweet text to me (to wish me happy birthday) while he was at Tekong:
MSG FRM P. TEKONG
Recruit S 88*****H, R S SOH would like to wish you A HAPPY BIRTHDAY. (NOTE: This msg is only valid at 0000hrs on 240308)
Mich, Ken, Ah Drew and Jus got me a year’s (or is it two?) supply of Women’s Weekly with a purple cheery card. So sweet!
I switched off my mobile to rest early for Monday’s 8.30am lecture, knowing that my mobile will start ringing when the clock struck twelve.
On Monday
Finally got the chance to blow the candle off my cake without revealing my age – Marie, Shuxin and Sylvia bought me a slice of blueberry cheesecake with a lighted candle! And it really came as a surprise because I didn’t see it coming. They also decorated the box, which I tore off part of it to keep for remembrance.
Got this very pretty and girlish key chain from AK – made me feel really young (not that I am ancient)! And another card to add to my collection. I think his cards are becoming my collectible items.
Aunt Ruby messaged me that Esther sent me a birthday card on Facebook – she must have done it with some divine help! Wanted so much to kiss her at that instance!
“Ambushed” DRT accidentally and got her to donate to BB – she was very generous! Told her to enjoy her lunch but she shrugged her shoulders and remarked “Enjoy lunch from NIE canteen?”. Poor girl! I reckon my Portuguese egg tarts are a real treat that day for her tea break.
Lecture ended horrendously late at 6.45pm. Waited for the bus feeling cold and slightly famished – my slice of blueberry cheesecake came to my rescue!
Mich came at night just to pass me something. I mean, she was at home already and intentionally came because she said she “wanted to see me”. Isn’t that absolutely sweet? I promised her a hug when I see her. Delivered.
Others
A few pleasant surprises from friends via sms. They remembered my birthday! Er Niang from Primary School, Wei Zhen from Secondary School and even my financial planner cum friend, Derek! Alfiah from Dip Ed years and practicum. Grace, one of my students from APS a few years back. This precious gal even remembers my age! Argh!!! But it really touches my heart even when it is just an sms! It’s the thought that counts, right? But that doesn’t mean that I don’t welcome gifts! Hohoho.
