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Name: Michelle Ruth Tong

Birthday: 3rd March

Life Mission Statement:
To be a testimony of Christ and set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity (1 Tim. 4:12). Do whatever is true, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, whatever is excellent and praiseworthy to God (Phili 4:8).



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Monday 31 May 2004
*.* Shrek 2.. Letting go, letting God? *.*

P/S: This entry is based solely on my own reactions, emotions and thoughts. It bears no consequences of anything. Everything said here is pure coincidental and it involves purely my own emotions. This is not an entry to promote the movie Shrek 2 neither an advertisement.

What a show! The ending is quite unexpected. I thought Shrek and Fiona will to a Prince Charming and Beautiful Princess but they didn’t. Though they did have the chance but Fiona refused. It was a great sacrifice that she had made or should I say the couple made.

When an invitation was sent out to the newly-wed couple back to the palace, Fiona was so happy but Shrek wasn’t. He felt the stress because he knew they are different from Fiona’s parents yet Fiona insisted so they both went.

During their dinner, Shrek had a disagreement with his Father-In-Law. The couple then quarreled and left both unhappy. To some extend, her father got himself into trouble and was instructed to get rid of Shrek because of Prince Charming.

Towards the end, when Shrek drank a potion, he actually turned into a real human being and because Fiona is his wife, she became a beautiful princess too. They went through quite a lot and when they finally meet, Shrek asked Fiona is she wanted it this way or she wanted the greenish-looked, where everyone will scream and laugh at them. Fiona chose to be before. And as usual, I believe they live happily ever after.

I learnt something from this movie which coincides with one of my youth service that was shared by my Pastor. He pointed out 5 points that a couple should have for a relationship that are: Faith, Vision, Decency, Compatible and Finance.

Faith: Having the same faith will keep the couple going and growing together. True enough.

Vision: He said that a guy must know what he is going to do next time, especially when he is total sure of what he is going to do in the future then he can start a relationship otherwise he will be dragging the poor girl along.

Decency: A couple should learn to behave when going out as a group then they will learn how to behave when they are alone. Of course not doing what is wrong before marriage, so it’s a must to behave morally.

Compatible/Personality: It is true when a couple have almost the same liking then they can have the same frequency. If either one cannot get along together, how can they be together for the rest of their life? It’s impossible.

Last of all, Finance: What kind of life does the couple want to live? A happy but poor family? A sad but rich family? It’s sometimes too late when adultery comes into the couple because the root of the problem is usually lies with money.

I learnt that Shrek felt stress because Fiona is a princess and he wasn’t. He lives in a small hut (small as in able to fit him), whereas Fiona lives in a palace. There were differences in them. Then again, because they love each other as whom they are no matter whether they are monsters or not.

Think about it, they could have fallen apart if it wasn’t the last part where Shrek asked Fiona if she wanted this way or that and she chose the simple live and Shrek respected her decision. Either of them could regret making the decision but they chose it together. I believe Shrek knows what is best for him and her.

For me, I felt it’s not just about the 5 points or some people might say it could be about fate but I will say it’s about letting go and letting God. I’ve place my faith in God that He will give me the Mr Right for me and Him because he will have to serve Him too.

It’s about LETTING GO AND LETTING GOD…

posted by Michelle at 22:15:00 | 0 comments


Saturday 29 May 2004
*.* Character = Family Background? *.*

So much that I've typed went missing because my internet hanged... Never mind, I've gotten over it. I wanted very much to share my experience with this young girl who is 3 this year.

Her teacher classified her as a big bully in class. She will be separated from all the other kids just to make sure she don't go round bullying other people like snatching toys from them, prevent her from hitting her friends as she can be quite violent.

I was observing her and to my horror, this young girl is not that simple. She was told to sit alone with me and when it was time for their play-time while the teacher went round to distribute toys to the kids.

She gets certain number of toys but she will still go round taking more toys from the other tables and her table ended up full.

The teacher did a real experiment. She get another kid to get the toys from her. Her friend even told her that they have to share and she relunctantly said okay. The second time her friend took her toys, she started to complain. This shows she is not willing to share her things with her friends.

Moments later, she ran to her friends table and told them something then she ran to the toilet. Before taking off her pants, she ran back to her table again. Her teacher reassured her that no one will take her toys so she ran to the toilet again. As she was taking off her pants or even putting it on after that, her eyes did not leave the table. She will make sure no one goes near her table. Later then I realized, she actually went to her friends to tell them that she is going to the loo and she warned them not to take anything from her table. Though her friends did not seem to bother what she said, but deep inside her she meant what she said.

I began to find out that her behavior have got something to do with her family background and her upbringing. She is the only child who come from a single-parent family, lives with her mother and grandmother. Her mother spoilt her so much that she behave almost like a princess in class that everyone has to give in to her.

My concern is this, if she wasn't from a broken family, will she be like this? If her mother didn't spoil her so much, will she be a bully in class? I don't blame this small girl because she didn't do anything wrong but people around her especially the adult has been giving in to her too much. It's scary for a 3 year old girl to behave like this and I hope she will change for the better.


P/S: This entry is based solely on my own reactions, emotions and thoughts. It bears no consequences of anything. Everything said here is pure coincidental.

posted by Michelle at 01:18:00 | 0 comments


Monday 24 May 2004
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Thanks people... I didn't expect people to read my blog actually. I wanted a blog just to express my feelings and emotions. I'm really glad that people read... Many thanks.

I'm really encouraged and touched. I'll blog more! heehee... I will try my best to blog about my happenings and share with all of you.

The child care I serve is at Yishun and of course since it's a registered one, I will have to follow too. Kids are very fragile so a lot of care and patient to be given to them. Hygiene is one of the main concern for the child care so every time I go, I'll have to wash my hands with soap and keep myself clean too so that I don't spread my germs to the kids. They are just too cute, innocent, pure and sincere. They are definitely very addictive... Opps.. There I go again...

I see BB as a ministry. It's a very unique ministry. Of course I wish to see my boys coming to Christ no matter how long it takes. So... I will go all way to bring them to Christ with the help of my Helper (GOD). I believe He will...

God bless everyone here. Thanks again for all your encouragement.

love: Mich

posted by Michelle at 20:29:00 | 0 comments


Saturday 22 May 2004
*.* Today's Happening! *.*

Today's weather was a bit disappointing. I wanted to have a game with my friends after parade. Hey, parade resume today. Heehee... After a 3 weeks long break finally. It was thundering and raining heavily (not just cats and dogs) but very heavy. My friend and I was at the highest floor of the school and the thunder was so loud that we screamed. It was as though the thunder slap right into our ears. Very scary.

Anyway, I went to Mediacrop with a few friends to watch a recording of a sitcom. It was an eye opener for me.

I didn't know that place was so small and the cameras were really big. The air con was really cold and we were actually told the very cold air is actually to cool the heat of the cameras. Didn't know right? Their lighting was even superb. How each shadow represents which part of the day. It was really cool.

The actors were really funny and they were good. They could memorize their scripts well.

I'm really tired after a long day. But... It was a fun day!

posted by Michelle at 23:46:00 | 0 comments


Friday 21 May 2004
*.* Kids! *.*

It was my first day today at the Lutheran Child Care Centre. My job was to look after the toddlers group age 2 to 3. These kids are really cute. Among the them, this boy is the youngest who is only 2. The way he smile and the way he try to relate with me simply melt my heart.

He is very adorable. He will tap my lap, tap my hands and when i helped him wear his shorts, he held me so close and tight. Oh my, I fallen for him... (laughs)

When his mother came to pick him back, I ask him for a hug and he just gave me a big hug.

Kids at this age are so innocent and they are so real. They don't hide their emotions and they will show their love towards you.

From today's sessions, I actually learnt something new. Kids are not easy to handle. They need a lot of attention from you at the same time giving them the right attention at the right time.

When they play in a big group, fights can happen so it is a must to keep an eye on all of them and definitely you must be very fair to them by not showing favoritism.

I also can see different characters from this small group of kids. That's why I also conclude that each and everyone of them is special because God make all of them (and us) special.

I will be going more often.. Care to join me anyone? You will get... Addicted to them! ;)

posted by Michelle at 00:13:00 | 0 comments


Monday 17 May 2004
*.* Views on entertainment *.*

As I watched the show on TV this evening (the entertainment show), I felt quite sad. It is a show of entertainment but I felt the purpose of entertaining others wasn't there.

First, they get people to take part in a contest of either a resemblance of someone famous or a voice of someone known.

However, I felt the type of sarcasm was far too much. I give credit to the people who took part in the contest because it's all about courage. At the same time, I felt such sarcastic remarks shouldn't have gone too far. We all have pride and I felt they should have let the people feel better but not worse.

The show made entertainment out of people. Crack jokes out of people. It's very subjective of fun, funny jokes, humour... I felt it was more of humiliations and being mocked on. It somehow reminds me of another popular show that did the same thing. What is entertainment then? It's painful to hear the truth, but it's more painful to be humiliated when people actually make fun of you to get entertained.

P/S: This entry is based solely on my own reactions, emotions and thoughts. It bears no consequences of anything. Everything said here is pure coincidental.

posted by Michelle at 22:26:00 | 0 comments


Wednesday 12 May 2004
*.* Attitude *.*

My thoughts are all messed up. I'm simply bothered by many many things. As I was showering and thinking what to blog in here, my mind just had too much to say here but I don't know where to start. As I stroll down from my heart of what happened yesterday, I came to a conclusion that I shall name my entry today as 'Attitude'...

Attitude: Positive and Negative

Positive attitude will lead us to many good ways such as a successful person in life after many ups and downs, 'life after death', successful in career, studies and many more.

Negative attitude is the opposite. When we have a negative attitude, we treat people differently. We say things that will hurt them, we do things that is an eye-sore to people.

I guess what happened last night to me was a great blow. I was wronged by my best friend, she doubt me, she almost shot me to death. I was sad... Very sad in fact. Someone whom I trusted so much, a friend, a sister doubt me... That kind of feeling is simply too ugly. I was angry at first because I was wronged, questioned not knowing anything, then I was sad, it was as though the end of the world, hearing it from my best friend. I cried hard.

Today, my guardian angel came and we went for lunch. My phone was ringing and ringing, I felt I needed to be alone so my phone was switched off. During my lunch with him, I switched on my phone and I saw a message from her. I dare not cry but my eyes welled up. I can't hold it longer. Imagine eating and crying at the same time, even the best food won't taste that great or maybe other people might think I'm simply crazy. I don't have to drop tears even if the food don't taste good. I asked myself why am I torturing myself. I was too affected that I lost my sleep and appetite.

We went to Changi Airport after that... It has been a year ever since I had my last camp for a treasure hunt at Changi Airport. the place is nice and I didn't know it was a popular place for students to study there. Anyway, each time as i watched the plane take off, I felt better. I literally lifted my feelings and problems up to the plane. I do not know where the plane is heading but as I talked to my friend and looking at the planes, I do feel better.

I really thankful for this friend of mine. He really made my day. If it wasn't for him, I guess I am still feeling super lousy and maybe even do crazy things.

I felt for this problem, my attitude towards it is important. If I'm negative, I will say more things that will hurt more people and I don't even need to think about salvaging this friendship.

I choose to keep quiet, staying away from things first. I felt things will be better and I hope things will get better. I will come to a conclusion soon...

'Attitude is a small thing that makes a BIG difference'...

posted by Michelle at 22:51:00 | 0 comments


Tuesday 4 May 2004
*.* Another week past.... *.*

It's been a week since my last blog. I think I had an amazing week... Well, some people may think it's just some ordinary stuffs that happen I'm just different.. I encounter some amazing things and I did some amazing things too..

I seriously don't know where I got the courage to tell a guy that I like him... It definitely takes a lot of courage and up to now I'm still amused with what I've said and what I've done... I just felt no regrets and a great peace of mind. Anyway, don't ask me how things are now... I'm not trying to avoid and he's not either. He just need some time to think through and we are still.. FRIENDS!! We treasure our friendship... A unique one...

I've been out the whole week... Yes, the entire week. I remembered walking from Orchard to Dhoby Ghaut, my friend was looking at his own mirror image and within a few second I heard him shouted. Guess what, he knocked onto a signboard. It was just right in front of him... I can't help but laugh. I'm not being sadist but his reaction was simply too funny... Well, you should see his reaction.. Darn funny...

I've been too bored lately.. Either I go out with my friends everyday or I simply lock myself in my house... ya.. My house... Cause nobody is at home. I bought a cross stitch and I'm already 2/3 done... heehee..

Okay.. I'll blog some other time.. =)

posted by Michelle at 23:10:00

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