Another Phase Of LIFE

Today, I just sent off my eldest uncle to Melbourne. He's retiring there for good. Although I feel happy that he has moved on to another phase of his life, I'm a little sad because it'll be a long time before we next meet again :(

Half of the family's from my mom's side will eventually be moving out of Singapore. As I waved my uncle farewell behind the glass facade of the departure hall, waves of thoughts ran thru my mind. There's so much talk of moving on to "greener pastures". Even some of his friends who came to send him off mentioned that they had plans to move on after retirement. I couldnt help but wish I had the guarenteed option to do so as well.

Which brings me back to my current situation. I hope and pray that the industry I'm jumping into will continue to boom so that I will not be forced to move out of Singapore. If i ever had to, I'd venture out of SG on a short term basis for exposure and learning opportunities instead of moving out permanently per se. Of course, I hope that the economy continues to develop in our favor so there will be a more meaningful existense to our lives.

Having a chat with a dear friend from my old camp made me realise that how lucky I was to have graduated at such a time. Amidst all the recent mayhems I was blessed with God's protection and mercy, wonderful officers and a number of wonderful collegues I could count on.
I feel troubled that what is going on these days are not really pleasant and I pray for order, peace and justice to be restored.

I was online this morning to send my resume to PLMGPS as they had advertised for the vacancy of an AV technician. In that course of time, I recieved a copy of the worship schedule and was surprised to see my name in the vocalist section. Well, it looks like God has opened another door for me! God willing, I'd be grateful to have the AV technician job till school starts. Besides the finances, its great to have experience as well. Its near my ex camp and church. The convenience of meeting ur friends for lunch: priceless!

I shall pen off with a few footnotes:

Ad. Lee, I know you're probably smiling as you're reading this, especially the last part. Don't worry, a vocalist wont sound good without a great soundman :) Thanks for believing and encouraging! JAJA.

Junhao: Your photography skills amaze me. We should go for a round of shooting soon!

Chin .T: This is sick.I'm glad u have a 3 month break from duties. I hope the next round of promotions will be this fair too. You know what I mean! Take care.

Joy S, after two months of waiting, the door has been opened. Cant wait to open the floodgates of heaven as we croon ( or croak?) together.