Today, I received some news that some volunteers felt that we have been very unfair to certain people. During an outing sponsored by companies, a group of them felt that they were being neglected and it was always the 'usual' ones who got to go for such trips. This group suddenly disappeared and expected us to know that something was wrong. I really hope that there is a way to make these volunteers talk to us first before the disappearing act. However, I must acknowledge that not many people will do that, especially those who feel that they are able to do so much more. It's always the self ego that makes them feel that they have done much more than anyone else.
Maybe I can separate the volunteer groups into 2: one to be in charge of food and the other group to be in charge of befriending the elderly and any other adhoc tasks. There must also be a briefing before each week's activity starts, just like in any outing. I pray that God will help us to open our eyes to solve this situation and help us to have the wisdom to encourage the elderly and the volunteers.
Lord, give Andrea and I the wisdom to speak love to the elderly and the volunteers. Let there be open communication and not bad-blood. Let them be transparency so that there will not be any misunderstanding. Lord, give us strength when it seems so hard to convince the elderly or volunteers on our good intention. As they give us constructive feedback, please help us to improve. In Your Name, let these be done with Your Agape Love!
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
A weekend well-spent
Last Friday, I went to JB with my new colleagues for Staff Summit. It was a very fun time spent not only with them but also with God. In this Summit, there was no restriction on our ranks or what we do. Rather, it was a corporative Summit. I must say that this Summit really helps me to do what other departments are doing. Now at least, I can tell people what other departments are available and what other things they can volunteer in.
As each day was closed with fun and enjoyment, something which Pastor Beatrice said kept repeating in my mind. Don't let the distractions keep you away from what you are called to do. Indeed, I have let distractions keep me away from what God wanted me to do previously. I MUST NOT do that again! Though there may be problems, hardships or other enticements, I must recognize these and ask God for strength. With my own might, I can falter very fast. But with God, all things are possible. Also, I should not judge others. But to know that God sees all our hearts and we are all Work-In-Progress while on this earth.
Thank God for this organization! May you continue to do marvelous things among us. In Jesus' name, Amen.
As each day was closed with fun and enjoyment, something which Pastor Beatrice said kept repeating in my mind. Don't let the distractions keep you away from what you are called to do. Indeed, I have let distractions keep me away from what God wanted me to do previously. I MUST NOT do that again! Though there may be problems, hardships or other enticements, I must recognize these and ask God for strength. With my own might, I can falter very fast. But with God, all things are possible. Also, I should not judge others. But to know that God sees all our hearts and we are all Work-In-Progress while on this earth.
Thank God for this organization! May you continue to do marvelous things among us. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Exciting memories!
On Thursday, 14 Aug 2008, we had our outing to Qian Hu Fish Farm. My first outing with the elderly in Leng Kee Community Centre. It was very tiring and one elderly tried to 'devalue' us by calling us names for not picking her up when she was late. However, the overall outcome was great. Every one had fun.
Today, 16 Aug 2008, we had another outing to Qian Hu Fish Farm. This time, it was with the elderly in Macpherson. There were also some volunteers from a financial planner company who sponsored this outing. Every one in that company was so sincere in spending time with the elderly. We shared our jokes and as usual, one of our regular volunteers cracked jokes. He even shared with me the things I can do whenever I am out in a coach with the elderly. Then we invited the elderly in that coach to sing. Only one uncle dared to take up the challenge. He was so spontaneous and funny. Then he profusely thanked all volunteers for doing this trip and made the elderly feel so happy.
During lunch, there was also a big singing session. That same uncle who sang in the coach was the first to sing, followed by another uncle, a lady and then an auntie. We had so much laughter.
Though this job requires alot of strength and planning, yet I can feel so happy and enjoy myself totally. Boy! I can't wait to meet these elderly again next week. They are so cute and adorable!
Today, 16 Aug 2008, we had another outing to Qian Hu Fish Farm. This time, it was with the elderly in Macpherson. There were also some volunteers from a financial planner company who sponsored this outing. Every one in that company was so sincere in spending time with the elderly. We shared our jokes and as usual, one of our regular volunteers cracked jokes. He even shared with me the things I can do whenever I am out in a coach with the elderly. Then we invited the elderly in that coach to sing. Only one uncle dared to take up the challenge. He was so spontaneous and funny. Then he profusely thanked all volunteers for doing this trip and made the elderly feel so happy.
During lunch, there was also a big singing session. That same uncle who sang in the coach was the first to sing, followed by another uncle, a lady and then an auntie. We had so much laughter.
Though this job requires alot of strength and planning, yet I can feel so happy and enjoy myself totally. Boy! I can't wait to meet these elderly again next week. They are so cute and adorable!
Friday, August 08, 2008
New Beginnings!
Today is the 4th day in my new job and tomorrow no need to work due to National Day! Yes!!!
Not that I don't like this job. But I was very tired. Yesterday, I had the honor of going to Leng Kee CC to see how the elderly programme was runned there. The volunteers there are really on auto-pilot mode. They know the elderly people there and will get them to the proper places first before doing any other things. Yesterday's experience was a bit long though. My colleague, Andrea and I were not told that the MP for this area would be joining us for the lunch which was sponsored by the CC. So we went with our activities and when we were about to cut the birthday cake for those whose birthday falls on this month, the person in charge of the CC told us to wait till the MP came. That really caught us by surprise. What is ever worse is that some elderly asked my colleague where there would be ang bao given to them. We thought, "Not Chinese New Year, where got ang bao?" But we were wrong. There was really ang bao given, to celebrate National Day. Though the event went well, it was very tiring. We ended our session there and reached office at 4pm.
Then we rest for a little while before moving to our hospital visitation. The person whom we visited had a heart operation. Though he had the operation only on Monday or Tuesday, he had most of the wires removed for him. In fact, I was so happy for him that he recovered so fast. He looked so healthy and energetic that you would not suspect that he was a patient in SGH. Besides, his recovery is so fast that he can be discharged tomorrow. Really thank God for His hand protecting this elderly and given him such speedy recovery.
Working in this organization really gives me a sense of hope, belonging and makes me squeeze my creative juices to come up with suggestions. Though I don't know some people yet and some of them look like they are really scared talking to me, I pray that through the days to come and the retreat, we can break the ice and be a team, working towards a common goal. As we are going to bring the elderly to an outing next Thursday, I pray that everything will go on smoothly and every one including the volunteers will enjoy ourselves. On 15 Aug 2008, the Mayor for our district is coming to visit our organization. I also pray that on that day, every thing will run smoothly.
Thank you Lord for everything!
Not that I don't like this job. But I was very tired. Yesterday, I had the honor of going to Leng Kee CC to see how the elderly programme was runned there. The volunteers there are really on auto-pilot mode. They know the elderly people there and will get them to the proper places first before doing any other things. Yesterday's experience was a bit long though. My colleague, Andrea and I were not told that the MP for this area would be joining us for the lunch which was sponsored by the CC. So we went with our activities and when we were about to cut the birthday cake for those whose birthday falls on this month, the person in charge of the CC told us to wait till the MP came. That really caught us by surprise. What is ever worse is that some elderly asked my colleague where there would be ang bao given to them. We thought, "Not Chinese New Year, where got ang bao?" But we were wrong. There was really ang bao given, to celebrate National Day. Though the event went well, it was very tiring. We ended our session there and reached office at 4pm.
Then we rest for a little while before moving to our hospital visitation. The person whom we visited had a heart operation. Though he had the operation only on Monday or Tuesday, he had most of the wires removed for him. In fact, I was so happy for him that he recovered so fast. He looked so healthy and energetic that you would not suspect that he was a patient in SGH. Besides, his recovery is so fast that he can be discharged tomorrow. Really thank God for His hand protecting this elderly and given him such speedy recovery.
Working in this organization really gives me a sense of hope, belonging and makes me squeeze my creative juices to come up with suggestions. Though I don't know some people yet and some of them look like they are really scared talking to me, I pray that through the days to come and the retreat, we can break the ice and be a team, working towards a common goal. As we are going to bring the elderly to an outing next Thursday, I pray that everything will go on smoothly and every one including the volunteers will enjoy ourselves. On 15 Aug 2008, the Mayor for our district is coming to visit our organization. I also pray that on that day, every thing will run smoothly.
Thank you Lord for everything!
Saturday, August 02, 2008
Finally got some $$$
Thank God! The things which I sold in eBay after so many years finally can sell off. I just met a buyer for a Information Technology book which was used during my course for Advanced Diploma in Commerce. Though I sold at a very very small price, but at least I have money to give offering later when I go church.
Thank God for the provision!
Thank God for the provision!
Friday, August 01, 2008
THE Day to sign the Letter of Appointment
FINALLY! The day has come for me to sign the letter of appointment. Officially, I will be joining Care Community Services Society on 5 Aug 2008. After a long long wait.
Boy, I can't wait to go today to work. But then must tahan first. While I am happy to do something I like, I am sad to hear the news that one of my ex-colleague cum mentor cum friend cum big sister is resigning. So sad! We used to spend time talking about the work there, the pressures that we faced and the kind of treatment we as admin staff got. Then now, she will be gone on 16 Aug 2008. Before she goes, I must really get a good chance to talk with her.
Though I am sad, I think if it is God's will for her to venture into another aspect of journey, it will be better for her as well. May God bless this sister who is always so considerate and helpful and cheeky!
Boy, I can't wait to go today to work. But then must tahan first. While I am happy to do something I like, I am sad to hear the news that one of my ex-colleague cum mentor cum friend cum big sister is resigning. So sad! We used to spend time talking about the work there, the pressures that we faced and the kind of treatment we as admin staff got. Then now, she will be gone on 16 Aug 2008. Before she goes, I must really get a good chance to talk with her.
Though I am sad, I think if it is God's will for her to venture into another aspect of journey, it will be better for her as well. May God bless this sister who is always so considerate and helpful and cheeky!
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