JULY FLY BY

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Celebrating my birthday during the lockdown


Finally taking time to pen down some thoughts before the onslaught of celebrations ensue.

Mya's prayer during the lockdown


On the 20th, Jonathan and I will celebrate seven years of marriage. We recently laughed at how it will take many more years of marriage to outnumber the years we were friends prior (16years). He also turns 30-something on the 25th of July, having celebrated his graduation with a Masters of Divinity over Zoom he is now serving his beloved youth in a full-time capacity.

Nathan turns two on 27th July. Two evident years of the Lord’s goodness upon us. He is speaking more and more these days although it takes an interpreter (Mya) at times to understand what he is actually saying. He maintains his off the charts size and has begun to show a distinct love for music, dancing even in the middle of throwing a tantrum once music plays. Nathan goes in for surgeon review and conference on the 20th, we will update when we can.

Mya turns five on 10th August. Our pride and our joy, she continues to teach us each day what it means to lead a life wholly devoted to Christ. Composing songs about Jesus as the Saviour of the ants and trees on some days. Drawing birds, elephants, and watermelons on other days. We only pray God will continue to give her creativity and sensitivity room to grow when she heads to Primary School. In terms of development, Mya reads simple books on her own now and has started to show an interest in Chinese rhymes.

It has been a wonderful seven years as Mrs Ji. I love being married to Jonathan. His easy-going nature helps me laugh when I am stressed and his companionship during the circuit breaker was irreplaceable. Throughout these few years, he has taught me how to find loopholes when I am stuck in rigid organisations, how to see the value of my work even when I am horribly misunderstood or criticised. He has stood by me in my worst tantrums and loved the children selflessly on days I am too exhausted to mother.

We have much to be thankful for! It is all thanksgivings this round. Although we cannot celebrate with you physically, know that we are so grateful for each of you in our lives. Your prayers and your love keep our family going in ways you may not even know.

Thank you all!

Blessings,
Amy with Jonathan, Mya and Nathan

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