It's been 9 years since my whole family has been together in the same country. We see each other at least twice a year but its either in Singapore or in Perth when we visit and not all of us are together. This time Jono's graduation was in September and it fell on a Saturday. My ticket was booked thanks to Dan and really looked forward to that day as finally the four of us could have meal together We haven't had one all together since my wedding day!
It was a wonderful trip as I saw my younger brother graduate from Curtin. I am really so proud of him as he has grown up from the mischevious little boy he was to a young man full of ideals, ambition and dreams.Most importantly, he has grown to be a God-fearing man too. So it was a very heartwarming trip to be able to witness this milestone in his life and celebrate it with my parents. Had a great time too catching up with his girlfriend Est and my aunt. A very memorable moment I will always hold dear to my heart. Am very proud of you smelly bro!!!! hahaha!
Dan was a great help and I really couldn't have done this trip without him sacrificing himself to be SAHD for the weekend with the kids. Hee guess he knows know what my life feels like 24/7. The kids had fun of course as the tiger mummy was not around nagging away about homework and tidying toys etc etc. Thanks dear. Appreciate it so much! :)
Now the next chapter begins and I'm really looking forward to have my entire family back. Now my brother is back and living with us and the kids are having a great bonding time with him so its very heartwarming to see. A great time to catch up with my brother too as its been so many years! Next year will be a new beginning once my folks are back and it will be great to finally have the support of family and loved ones. It's honestly been tough these past 9 years juggling the kids and the chores and my work on an ad hoc basis without much support at all. Dan and I mainly had to rely on each other and the Lord's strength. I guess family will always be the ones to be there to help you at the end of the day. I'm thankful.
