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On this day, 20 years ago…

home Posted on 2024-10-07 08:35

We vowed, to take each other, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish….

For the past 20 years, this vow has kept us together and indeed it is a sacred vow that we hold through all the good and difficult times in our 20 years together.

Thank you Nichlas for being my rock and loving me no matter what. You are my person, always.

Happy 20th anniversary, my dear husband.



Happy 17th Birthday Linn

home Posted on 2024-08-08 09:08

My dearest birthday girl,

Yes, you are 17 today. How do you feel?

No doubt, the first year of Gymnasium has not been a walk in the park. It is tough with the some subjects (Maths, Chemistry) but we know with determination you can do it . So keep on going and don’t give up.

This year you were even more active in Scouts activities and it really helped to widen your social circle. We are glad to see you enjoying activities outside school and creating a school life balance for yourself.

Wish I can do a better job at showing you ‘how to adult’, but it is never easy. I am sure you will get there and wish that you continue to create better versions of yourself each year. I have seen all versions for the past 17 years and they keep getting better. Love you for that!

On your 17th birthday, we want to congratulate on your achievements, climbing Sweden’s tallest mountain Kebnekaise and enduring the long hike, taking on the leadership role at Scouts, and pursuing your interests and hobbies with finesse and joy. And of course, not forgetting that you always stayed true to yourself. We are really proud of you.

Grattis Linn and May you always choose to be happy!

Love, Mom



Wildlife in Singapore

home Posted on 2024-07-28 16:25

Singapore does not have a lot of wild jungle left, but it does have a few jungle patches and one wetland reserve. Nick and Jon visited the wetlands and met some fabulous creatures in the wild….

Crocodile, Sea otters and Malayan water monitors…



Really Short stopover at Munich

home Posted on 2024-07-26 09:41

We had a 8 hour transit enroute to home in Stockholm. We punished our bodies (after a 12 hours flight) to make our way to Munich city at 7 am. But we did soaked in some great sights of this beautiful city.

As it was so early in the morning, the city was less crowded and we were blessed with great cool weather. The family really enjoyed the delicious bread and sandwiches after eating mostly local Asian food for 2 weeks.



Pictures from our Singapore Holiday

home Posted on 2024-07-25 09:24


July 2024 Summer Vacay (8 to 23 July)

home Posted on 2024-07-25 09:21

The Walls really looked forward to going back to Singapore in July 2024 as it has been 2 years since we last visited. Hence this year’s visit became extra special and having not seen the family and friends for 2 years, it was an extra sweet homecoming for us.

We caught up with PoPo and the lovely Queks, ate massive amount of local food until Jon and Linn came down with the cold and cough. Jon was even tired of eating local food and tried to get us to eat his favourite pizzas and burgers. Needless to say, the amount of Singapore street food and snacks really extended our waistlines.

As we stayed very near Orchard Road, we became the ‘Orchard Road family’ walking down Oxley, Killiney Road and Somerset everyday in search of good food and bargains.

Spending time with precious family and friends was also our priority. Words cannot described those wonderful sharing moments.

Thank you so much to everyone for making The Walls feel right at home and it was a great vacay.



18 years later

home Posted on 2023-10-27 05:40

I woke up early at 2 am today … maybe because it was 18 years ago around this time, I saw and had Jonathan on my chest for the very first time, as he came into my world. The feeling then was really special and through the 18 years, he keeps motivating me to be a better person.

Jon has a really funny goofy side that is so perfectly captured in the picture. He makes us laugh and he checks on us every now and then to see if we are ok. He is really sweet in that sense.

He keeps us grounded in so many ways and always makes us look at things from different perspective.

Jon has really simple needs. Yes, they could be special but all he wants is to be happy and surrounded by people and toys he loves. Of course his favourite food like pizza, hamburger, ice cream and cookies will make it even better.

On his 18th birthday, my wish for him as his mother, is that he will always feel love and be happy.

Love you to the moon and back, my dearest sweet and kind son, Jonathan. I am so proud of the person you have become.



Sweet 16!

home Posted on 2023-08-08 06:41

Happy Birthday Linn. What a major milestone as you are 16 today. Celebrating you and kudos to some of your wonderful achievements in the past year.

  • You pushed yourself to complete your Year 9 exams, achieved good academic scores with recognition from the school.
  • You made it to the course and gymnasium of your first choice.
  • You climbed some good walls with Dad and Jon.
  • Your drawings and art are getting better and better each day. Getting an academic award for best woodwork in school is no small feat.
  • You created a new electronic song. Love your Spotify Playlist that you put together for me.
  • Your appetite for reading English literature is growing each day.
  • We had some amazing trips together in London and Norway.
  • You formed good friendship in school and enjoyed your movie outings with them.
  • You have taken higher interest in scouts. We are proud that you signed up leadership training camp with attendees you never met, despite the hardship of an outdoor mossies infected camping ground.

For your 16th birthday, we wish you much happiness and that you will continue to reach for the sky, fulfil your dreams and follow your passions.

We love you very much our dear sweet Linn. Grattis!



Norway Trip

home Posted on 2023-07-24 07:18

This year we took a very long road trip through Norway, it was gorgeous. From fjords to mountains to rivers and cabins along the way. The highlight was probably the Nigardsbreen glacier hike we had. The glacier has been shrinking for the last 30 years so we are happy we made it before it’s all gone.



Graduation

home Posted on 2023-06-09 13:36

Linn, we are so proud of you for your graduation. You got two academic achievement awards despite the school rule of one award per student. We hope you will enjoy the well-deserved summer break coming up and that you will be ready for school in autumn.



winter break and high WALL climbing

home Posted on 2023-03-03 11:52
Jon on the high WALL
Linn on the high Wall
the warm up


2023 and back to climbing

home Posted on 2023-02-05 11:09

Last year we took a hiatus from climbing as we tried a more social sport for Jon. I felt that we should come back to climbing as it’s a better workout and also encourages you to solve a problem. This year Linn is also a permanent climber, so they are climbing together. Beginning of the season we are focusing on bouldering to develop technique and strength, later in the season we will shift to the high wall.



jon117

home Posted on 2023-01-30 14:45

Jon will turn 18 this year, time has really been going faster than we could expect. He now runs a youtube channel where he reviews toys, lego, and action figures, you should go in and check it out



New Year’s in England and London

Uncategorised Posted on 2023-01-18 08:16

A few pictures from England and London, I am sure KuanYee will ad a few more.



A Very Krampus Christmas

Uncategorised Posted on 2023-01-18 08:10


Happy Birthday my sweet Jonathan

Uncategorised Posted on 2022-10-27 07:14

Jon turns 17 today. It seemed like yesterday that I carried you in my arms for the first time but 17 years just went past so quickly.

I have learnt so much from you and I don”t say this enough but I do love you very much and am so proud of what you have achieved despite your struggles. Sometimes I forget that it has never been easy for you. This year, you graduated from middle school, sang in public at your graduation ceremony, started high school, managed to take the bus all by yourself and tried to be more independent by attending camps, bowling, and social events. Pappa and I hope that you will always be strong and focus on your determination to do your everyday tasks well. You can do it son.

Enjoy your birthday as you have chosen what you enjoy eating most. Love you to the moon and back Jonathan. We will have a great day together.



Happy birthday Linn

Uncategorised Posted on 2022-08-08 06:55

My dearest daughter

It has been quite an amazing year for you and I see that you continue to develop your interests. Your love for reading novels, writing and drawing comtinues to grow. We are particular proud of the confidence you have built in your own work amd more importantly, know your own style.

You are also more adventurous with food, and also willing to try different things. This summer, we are extremely proud you did a 4 day hike to helags with Dad and 7 day jamboree scouts camp meeting and interacting with different teens.

We hope you continue to create great memories of your teen years. Stay true to yourself. We love you and have a fantastic birthday.



Our Favourite Hangout

Uncategorised Posted on 2022-07-17 11:45

Without doubt the Quek’s residence is our favourite place to hangout with the family. Every moment and occasion is precious. Thank you Queks for these precious memories. They are ingrained in us deeply. Specially so for Jon.



Penny for her thoughts

Uncategorised Posted on 2022-07-17 11:32

I wonder what is on mom’s mind. I think she is happy to see us.



Croc Sighting

Uncategorised Posted on 2022-07-17 11:30

Nicke and Jon made 2 trips to Sungei Buloh just to find crocodiles. They were really lucky to find it on theor second visit.



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