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Random but beautiful in their own ways

We have been enduring winter for a good few months now.  And more often than not I check the weather, hoping that the snow will finally come.  Last year we didn't have any snow.  And this year seems pretty bleak too.  My theory is: if we endure the cold for a prolonged period of time, at least some light dusting from the heavens would somewhat make it more worthwhile isn't it.  However I think they all fell in Stuttgart over Christmas and there is nothing left for London.

Each time I see some weather forecast of snow on my iPhone I get all excited, but then each time it was a disappointment.  Not until two weeks ago.  We woke up to a layer of white dusting settling down on the ground.  I was squealing with delight and took two quick pics on my phone before getting ready for work.  By the time we left the home it was proper snowing.  My entire black trench-coat was covered with snow.  I saw people carrying umbrellas but nope, I was more than happy to be covered in snow.

Looks like icing sugar on the trees




My mesmerising niece just gave me cuteness overload over the weekend.  She is growing pretty fast and recently based on the videos I received of her (thank God for Whatsapp!), it seems like she has just discovered her little tongue and keeps sticking them out and curling it.  She also seems to have discovered her little fingers and keeps moving her fingers in a succession of open-close-open motions.  Anyway I ordered a personalised onesie complete with a little hat and sent it a few weeks ago, in hope it would arrive in time for CNY.

Yes I am one proud aunt here *beaming*

Sarah, whom Jesus loves.  Amen! :)

She's reading my love letter to her intently.

We have a date in March and I can't wait.  I know she can't either!



Since this is a happy post, I shall share my idea of a happy place.

I have even thought of the name of my flower shop, should I be lucky to own one in the future

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