关在台湾（二）

Yummy smooooth Dou Hua in Taiwan!

We spent most time of the trip visiting and catching up with friends. Not exactly the kind of "holiday" you would imagine me to have in Taiwan (the usual thing to do is hang out at Xi Men Ding, Shih Lin or Taipei 101!!), but i enjoyed myself very much getting to know Eric's friends. One of his classmates actually have a triplet of girls! They all look alike and super cute! Gosh how blessed is that?!

We also managed to try some local food. Eric's friends are all so hospitable and we were even treated to Hyatt for a super luxurious Japanese buffet lunch!? We thank God for all these wonderful friends and the love they showered on us over the few days.

Still the same verdict: i love Taipei and would really love to go back again soon. Maybe in 3 years' time when baby is good to travel! For all the action, check out the photos!

http://picasaweb.google.com/erkuan/Taipei15July?authkey=3GrYqFJq6Qs

关在台湾 (一)

No pun intended, but yes, the Kuans were in Taiwan last week ^_^

When Eric studied in Taiwan in his younger days, he stayed with a pastor whom was also his guardian. The pastor is Rev Kuan's classmate in the seminary, and both families had very closed ties.

The pastor Rev Shen went to be with the Lord and we attended the thanksgiving memorial service last week. The experience triggered some heartfelt thoughts :

1. There were more than 300 guests at the service. i had about that no. during my wedding but i wonder how many people would attend my funeral?? Rev Shen is a godly servant whom has touched the lives of many, who all came from all over (some from Hong Kong, Philippines, Tai Chung, Kaohsiung etc) to mourn. Would i have made a difference to people's lives by the time i die?

2. Rev Shen would get up each morning and do his devotion. He would sing hymns albeit out of tune but his joy would ring through the house. His moral is "pray in the morning to be close to God; pray in the evening to give thanks to God" (早上祷告亲近神；晚上祷告感谢神) An amazing learning for me!

3. I met Rev Shen once when i visited Taiwan two years ago. Though it was a brief interaction, his positive personality and cheerful laughter left a great impression on me. His legacy is clearly seen in his family. We stayed with them on the trip and they showered much love on us. The family is full of warmth and love for God, serving fervently in the church. Surely the Lord's blessings is with the family!

Rev Shen is a great godly servant whom is a role model for all of us. His life is characterized by strong faith in God, a prayerful heart, and a burden for lost souls. He will surely be missed by all. May the Lord continue to watch over the Shen family.