Weddings in the Far East

It was the second wedding she had attended in the space of a month, different countries but in same part of the world...both weddings were very comparable, same "montage" presentation of photos of the groom and bride from when they were babies, showing how they had blossomed into the beautiful newly married couple; same song playing in the background, "I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz; and the same Coach keyrings placed on the dinner tables by gorgeous girls in slinky dresses showing off beautiful, slim bodies - typical Far Eastern beauties.And similar speeches by the proud, beaming parents....Sweet.And the same toast to the couple, followed by a loud "yam seng" ("cheers" in Chinese), although actually she then realised the "yam seng" was only incorporated in the Malaysian wedding and not the one in Hong Kong. Perhaps the people in HK were just more well behaved! She loved weddings in the Far East...and of course, the yummy food that was served on the day (with the added bonus that it was "normal" in the Far East to over-indulge in the food at such times of festivity so one could never appear greedy when enjoying the food!).

There's so much money can get you..

She was back in the society in which the five Cs ruled - credit card, condominium, cash, country club and career. Money was being thrown at her, she was being taken out for numerous meals. But she was tired. She wanted to return to basics, to what was important to her, the simple joys of life. No more chasing consumer greed/wealth - where needs will never ever be fully satisfied. She just wanted good conversation and a good laugh with good friends, to enjoy the beautiful sunsets/sunrises and have a good dance on the beach....and to enjoy God in everything.

Knowing Him

I heard a message in church a couple of Sundays ago and it has since revolutionised my way of thinking. I had not realised I was not really focusing on God all this while, I was not focusing on getting to know him as a person or getting to know his characteristics. I am now on a conscious journey of getting to know God as a person, it is I think akin to the process of getting to know a best friend or life partner. And he amazes me more and more the more I get to know him.

He is good, always does what is right, he leads with unfailing love and faithfulness, he is a friend to those who fear him and he shows us the path, he leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. He is our glorious eternal King.

With such a father and best friend and king, what is there to fear in life? Our lives are provided for, our needs are met beyond our wildest dreams, he only gives us the best. Everything is in his hands, we have worry free lives. All we have to do is trust in him, and knowing what he is about/his characteristics, there is no reason not to. Thank you Abba.

"I Gotta Feeling"

I have the song "I Gotta Feeling" by Black Eyed Peas playing in my head. I feel upbeat. I am fighting a cold - I think it is due to the change in weather. It is getting colder. But I feel upbeat nonetheless. This year as been amazing to date. And it will end on an even better note. I have added another aspect to my life - a Ghanaian dimension. There's no turning back. Part of me will always be proud to be an Accra girl (I have visions of taking wedding photos in a trotro after seeing some really cool photos :)). And it has been good being back in London and serving in church and being surrounded by so many beautiful people. God has been amazing. He is good and I am believing in Him for even greater things in His name. It has been so good chilling out and enjoying all the friendships in my life - while sipping wine from the Stellenbosch region, and dreaming about visiting Cape Town soon....There's just so much out there to experience, maybe I should do things small-small. Maadwo.

Life is good, chale

I have rediscovered the joys of London recently. Just walking along the gorgeous southbank admiring the sunset, having drinks by the riverfront right beside the book market, trying out interesting european food in edgy/funky clerkenwell and catching up with old, old friends. I like this. It keeps me smiling, feeling the love from my chales in London. It's nice to call London the home I spend most of time in. It keeps teaching me new things, reminding me of why I love it and keeps bringing really special people my way who help broaden my horizons/thinking. And just a couple of weeks ago, I got my much need Ghana "injection" (of life) - I celebrated a friend's birthday and went partying with my Ghanaian posse/family. I have never had so much fun dancing (well, apart from my fun times in Rhapsody/Tantra early this year). Life is good. God is good. I cannot wait to see what else God has in store for me in the next few months. Medasi Nyame.

No ifs, no buts

Often, in life, we have "carve-outs", disclaimers, exceptions to the rules - to manage expectations of all involved. With God however, he is whole, complete, absolute - there are no ifs, buts, carve-outs etc. He is good - all the time. He loves us - no matter what we do, no ifs, no buts. It's the simple, everlasting truth. And the truth is so powerful. I like that. And I thank him for that. I thank him for loving me so much in the first place, for loving me unconditionally and for loving me in such a way that makes me whole and complete, and lacking nothing. Medasi Nyame. I love you.

Pure coincidence?

I first met him on Friday at work drinks. We entered into a rather bizarre and random conversation, as one does at the end of a long week. I then bumped into him on a bus on Sunday while visiting my aunt in an area that I rarely go to. We were actually running to catch the same bus. It turns out that that was his 'hood. We left the office at the same time today (it is a large office and we are in different teams, so it was quite random how we individually timed it). We caught the lift together and broke into laughter simultaneously. He accused me of stalking him. I accused him of being rude. It's a good thing he is working in a different office tomorrow as I do not enjoy being falsely accused of stalking workmates. I personally think it was pure coincidence- wouldn't you think so? Let's see if our paths cross again.