Spring cleaning a hobby closet

Took me a few days but I did it. Bought a few containers and had to throw out a big bag of old clothes; clothes that I thought I would reuse in the future, scraps of fabric I considered too precious  to join the trash ... but in the end, space and practicality overcame sentimental feelings. I was surprised that I was able to fit all my current hobby books. I vow never to start a new hobby ... unless I give up an existing one. Now, I have to tackle hemming pants for the boys in preparation for the new school season.

Summer Trip to Malaysia

This is a picture of us after a 90-minute Thai body massage at Thai Odyssey @ Empire Mall, Subang Jaya. Won't say it's relaxing but it was definitely an experience that we will never forget. CH wearing her blousy blouse. Very pretty. We are standing in front of a Kampung display. Surrounding the hut were various stalls selling Malaysian delicacies and traditional clothing. Unfortunately, the prices were jacked a bit too high for us. "See. No touch."

Here below is our kids:

Letter to a Friend

I don't know what to say except ...

You are stronger than you think you are.
You are beautiful, attractive, and smart.
You are honest and true.
You are loyal and steadfast.
Don't let anyone convince you otherwise.
Don't think less of yourself.
When doubts come,
Remind yourself of these qualities.

You will rise above this.
You will get through this.
So, take a deep breath, and have faith.
God is there with you, and so am I.
You are not alone.

I love you, sister.

Trip to San Juan Bautista

Chaperoned on a field trip to San Juan Bautista mission. The buildings are - the mission church, Plaza Hotel, Plaza Hall, Settler's Cabin, Livery and Stable, Jail, Outhouse (single and double story) ... don't remember much. I was in charge of 3 girls and 3 boys, and we had to go on a "scavenger hunt" looking for a list of items. The girls behaved very much like girls - insisting on visiting all the gift shops, candy shop and ice-cream parlour. I wanted to join the boys and just sit out but I couldn't. Most of the time, I just stood outside waiting for the girls ... much like a husband waiting for the wife to finish her shopping ... needless to say, I konked off on the bus ride back to school. zzzz.

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After three classes of watercolor painting

Busy Bee's beautiful creations pressured me to come up with some. Here are two paintings after three classes of watercolor painting under my (ever-expanding physical) belt. I had to stop going because of volunteer commitments. For some reason, most of the field trips and school events happen on the same day of the class so I am not sure if I will sign up again.