Family

Being a mum is the hardest thing I’ve done, but this is how it has shaped me

I was never one of those who dreamed of having many children or who felt that having a picture-perfect family would be #lifegoals. I only knew I wanted to grow up to be a writer. That was as far as...

Real Life, Real People

Heartbroken after years of infertility, we were slowly losing hope

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. When I first met my husband back in 2002, I didn’t think we’d ever get together. But as it turned out, we would start dating in 2008 and tie the knot...

Apologetics

Celebrating mums in the Bible who struggled, just like us

When my colleague raised the brilliant idea of looking to mums in the Bible as we celebrate Mother’s Day, I didn’t think it was going to go this way.  But reviewing the list of women I...

COVID-19

Introvert: I’m still affected by social distancing

When I first heard the phrase “social-distancing”, it didn’t sound too uphill a task. Staying out of crowded places, standing 2 metres from another person and not gathering in groups – that...

Family

To you, the one #StayingHome with a dysfunctional family

Dear you, You hide away in your own corner of your house, scrolling through your social media feeds. Everyone seems to be having the most picture-perfect #CircuitBreaker. You hear of stories of...

Family

Circuit breaker: Don’t forget our grandparents

During this circuit breaker, it’s been heartening to see multiple Instagram Stories of friends thanking one another for treats delivered to their doorsteps.  While it’s great to go the...

Family

How to keep the peace at home

COVID-19 is challenging for many, especially those who find being home difficult because of family situations. Some might face parents who nag too much. Others might be the main breadwinner and...

Relationships

5 songs that saw me through a breakup

“This just isn’t it for me. I don’t see a future for us.” Those words played over and over again in my mind as I sat on the edge of my bed, feeling like my world was crashing...

COVID-19

A family’s journey in NCID: Finding rest in the mess

“Although you are tested “positive”, continue to stay positive and not negative in the midst of the battle… I love you dearly, and I hope you know your daughter is your prayer warrior...