Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Becoming 21

I finally turned 21 yesterday, and it has been a great birthday this year. Many things to be thankful for, and though my words won't be able to fully express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation, I'll just write it here anyway.

Firstly, thank God for His grace, love and mercies. 21 years of good health, protection, and joy is indeed by God's grace, and I'm thankful for the undeserving gift of salvation, so rich yet free. Thank God for my loving family and friends.

Secondly, my Daddy and Mommy. Thank you for your patience and unconditional love. Though I've been the hot-tempered and impatient brat, you have never failed to love and teach me. Thank you for provisions and forgoing the countless debts i owe. Thanks for making my 21st birthday a memorable one. I love you both!

Thirdly, my two princess, Stella and Samantha.
Thanks jie for being my playmate since young, for always standing up for me, and even sharing with me your clothes/bags/make-up/whatever. Although we've had many petty quarrels, I'm very thankful for your understanding and patience towards me. Thank you so much for planning the whole birthday surprise, together with Liangcai. Thanks for your lovely post on your blog too!

Sam, thanks for putting up with my nonsense. I know I haven't been the nicest er jie around, and I've always been scolding you. Thanks for being so forgiving. Thanks also for your really nice pencil case. I can fit all my stuff inside now.

Fourthly, Campus Ministry.
Thank you all for the surprise celebration! I really appreciate all of you taking the time to come down for the BBQ. Thank you for allowing me to settle down in the church. May we all continue to grow in Christ!

Fifthly, all my friends and relatives for your greetings and well-wishes!

Last but definitely not the least, Mr. Forgetful (you know who you are lah).
Thank God for you, and thank you for being so understanding and loving. Thanks for everything that you have done so far. I really appreciate them. There's still a long way ahead of us for communication and mutual understanding, and I pray that God will continue to lead us in the right path together :)


Numbers 6: 24-26
"The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace."