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Reflections from Church Camp: Seeing God, Seeing Ourselves

What you treasure reveals your fears. Reflections on the fleeting impressiveness of people, and the quiet, flawed yet real devotion that truly pleases God.

13 Assassins

I recently picked up watching TV again (a big change for me, since I usually only caught movies on planes!). One film I stumbled on was 13 Assassins, a violent samurai story set in the 1800s.

Things I Saw and Thought About in Jakarta (Part 2/2)

Joining Mom and her friends for Vesak Day celebration at the Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation that I’ve been curious about for awhile, and more reflections on this trip.

Whither Hath 2024 Gone! (1/2)

Posted on January 16, 2025February 16, 2025 by melly

A reflection on how our instant-gratification culture hinders deep thinking and growth, and the unexpected ways I’ve seen God work through quiet, unseen moments to teach and bless me.

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The Familiar and Unfamiliar – 2024 Mixed Bag Home Trip

Posted on July 26, 2024July 26, 2024 by melly

Always a mixed bag of a trip..!

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So Who is Depressed? (2/2)

Posted on July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 by melly

More glimpses into the dark, and light too.

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So, Who is Depressed? (1/2)

Posted on July 9, 2024July 10, 2024 by melly

Some thoughts on depression from a third person’s view, and also a look back at some low moments.

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Mid Year Reflection – 2024 So Far

Posted on June 27, 2024June 27, 2024 by melly

Mid year reflection on growth, things to learn, and some memories the past few months.

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While on a Trip – Remembering Previous Trips

Posted on June 8, 2024June 8, 2024 by melly

Reminiscing last year’s time in Indo, including an unlikely hiking trip, a rare family reunion, and random thoughts and things as usuals..

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My House Hunting Experience 🏡

Posted on June 1, 2024June 1, 2024 by melly

My house hunting journey finally concludes! Here’s sharing that beyond the celebration lies a deeper story of trust, perspective shifts, and very kind support of loved ones.

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2023 Glimpse: Lessons in Life, Loss, and Love

Posted on February 5, 2024March 18, 2024 by melly

Looking back on the past year, some reflections on what I’ve learned about life, death, change, and relationships among others. Just the beginning, more to come (when I have the time to write..!)

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Snapshots of the Year 📸

Posted on January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 by melly

Plans to write more, but for now just a quick look through the year through a visual recap of celebrations like wedding, birthdays, getaways, work events, and special occasions with friends and family.

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