Archive for November, 2002

The Chair of Pain

Monday, November 18th, 2002

To me, a visit to the dentist is sometimes like making a yearly Confession. I know I have to do it, but yucks, its going to be painful. But I’ve brushed my teeth regularly (and said my daily prayers) - do I really have to face the chair (or the confessional)?
It was an act of […]

Taize at the Armenian Church

Sunday, November 10th, 2002

Where can one find Taize prayer in Singapore? At the Armenian Church! There was another bimonthly prayer last night, and the church was filled with people.
Many of the core group were not there, especially the musicians and cantors. November seems to be a holidays season for many. Poor Ayap had to bear the burden of […]

Housewarming

Sunday, November 3rd, 2002

The day of the big party is here. It seemed like just another party, but today it dawns on me that it is the biggest event I have ever hosted.
There is a feeling of anticipation, excitement and anxiety - a little like the opening chapter of Lord of the Rings. There, Bilbo’s birthday party sets […]

Looking For Love

Saturday, November 2nd, 2002

Last night, Mson called. We chatted a little while and he described how he was part of CS’s recent “restructuring”. Given his age and experience, I sensed a little anxiety in his voice.
The conversation drifted to his last girlfriend, a woman from Malaysia. They had parted during the summer, but he still refers to her […]