2009 starts on 7 January for me.

I feel that 2009 came too fast. Resolutions were not made and reflections f0r 2008 were left abandoned halfway. I didn't have time to relax, sit down and ponder upon what I hope to try and achieve this year. I just felt really unsettled after my Malaysia trip.

Well, so I thought about 2009 for the past 7 days. What do I want to learn in 2009? What can I expect? How will I spend it?

I've heard some resolutions and I thought they were pretty interesting. Like learn how to cook 20 new dishes (not the Maggi Mee kind of food). No points for guessing the person's gender.

I decided that for this year, I shall not be vague about what I want to do.
How vague is vague?

Okay, like say, "I would like to be kinder to my mom", compared to "I would do household chores for at least 3 times per week" - which is more vague?

It's the former (If you think it's the latter, you should set your resolution to "improve my English").

The little things count for this year. So, I shall not make grand resolutions but focus on the little things that will enrich my own life and others as well.

At the same time, I don't want to bring the baggages of 2008 into the brand new year.
The recession, the terrorist attacks, the chaotic political arena and tense relationships gave me the last impression of 2008. It was frustrating, depressing and definitely disappointing but I'm stoic in making sure that the past will not affect my present and future (ie. 2009). I will learn to travel light every day by relying on the new mercies of God every morning. God's grace is enough. When difficult things come, I will face them with strength from God and support from family and friends.

In 2009, I hope to achieve these:
1) Discipleship with my girls at least fortnightly
2) Revise my school work and read those course readings for at least 3 hours per week
3) Save $3000 by end of this year. It's very little but that's what I think I can afford
4) Reply urgent smses quickly (within 30 minutes at most)
5) To sleep before 130am (a bit hard lah but I must try!)
6) Quality Quiet Time with God 6-7 times per week
7) Do household chores like wash the clothes and dishes for at least twice a week

That is all. 2009 has begun! Just like what I wrote last year for 2008, let every day in 2009 be glorious in the eyes of the Lord!

*** Renewal Idol 2008***

Prisci came to support me and my team! (: (: (:

The rockin' dance team. Thanks for many weeks all of you have dedicated. I had fun with all of you while preparing this dance. We deserve being the second runner-up!!