Writing Again

Its been a long time since I blogged about my family life. My last entry was actually in 2010. Gosh, thats almost 14 years ago. Life's been pretty busy and exciting during these 14 years. I have not forgotten about my blog but I am really running out of energy to continue writing. Now that the kids have grown and coupled with some reasons that allowed me more time to write...I will write again. Instead, I will write about my family trips. I guess its more interesting to read than to talk about the teenagers in my household since they are way past the cutie stage. Nevertheless, if you have questions about bringing up your cute little ones....feel free to ask. I will try to answer and help as much as I can with whatever I know. I may be outdated in my way of bringing up my children but some old tricks still work I guess. Of course, we are so spoilt for choice nowadays. Internet has all the information we need...that sometimes I feel a little overwhelmed. not sure which to read or which to 'believe'....cos sometimes there are slight variations. So being a Kiasu Singaporean, I will try to whack as many articles as possible lol Anyway, I shall start my family trip blogging now...hope you get inspired by my holiday choices! Cheers!!! PS: I will also try to reorganise the titles/labels of my old posts according to the trips we been to so is easier to search.

Port Dickson (20th - 22nd June 2010)

We planned a short getaway to Port Dickson during June holidays. We had been here once with my inlaws and Trenyce many years ago. We loved the beach and the pony riding offered by the hotel. We stayed at Corus Hotel then. Hence, we decided to try water chalet at Avillion Port Dickson. The room was spacious and sufficiently accomodate 5 of us (2 AD 3 CH below 7yo)).

The kids thoroughly enjoyed themselves with interesting activities in the resort.

Kaden amazed with the rabbits circled around him.

The kids having fun playing sand at the beach.

Kaden having his chance to feed the chicks.

Meimei also had her fair share of 'fun' :p

The girls 'sun tanning'

Beautiful scenary from the resort.

Celebrating mei mei one year old birthday at MacDonald! (6th June 2010)

This is a very oudated post. I have not been able to upkeep the pace with the calendar. Days just passed and I simply dont have the time and strength to update my beloved blog. There were times I felt so guilty as I hope to have this as a keepsake for my children. When they have grown, they have somehing to remember upon. Must really make myself write something at least once a month no matter how busy I am.

We had Kayleen's birthday celebration at Macdonalds, the outlet at Queensway Ridout Tea Garden. This was the first time we had a birthday party held outside our house. We chose Queensway as our ultimate venue as we love the serenity of the place - quiet and peaceful. Ideal place for a party without the passing car zrooming by.

Thank lord that all's went well at the party. It was fun as we could see the children enjoying themselves...strangely, they just adored Macdonalds as if they were spellbounded =p

Besides the fun part, the service was totally awesome! Experienced games coordinator, 'personal' service crew (1 to 2) attending to you and your guests, very detailed, personalised and attentive party hosting all the way to even helping to cut and distribute the cake to the guests - in addition, it was totally hassle free and inexpensive! I supposed its one of the cheapest, or not the cheapest indoor birthday party you can find nowadays! Will patronise again if ever get the chance :)

Back to Kayleen, she was totally astonished as she stared at all the happenings around her. And of course, the sing-and-cut cake session was the highlight of the day as that finally brought a smile to her face! LOL

Princess Kayleen

Clockwise from left: the sing-and-cut cake session and pictures of family members...
Looks fun? :D Princess and her beautiful fondue birthday cake
More pictures at the party venue...
Clockwise from left: Meimei enjoying her birthday mee suan (a tradition dish for all birthday girls and boys) before heading for the party, some snap shots at the party venue.

Its Kayleen now (31May - 5June 2010)

First, it was Kaden and now its Kayleen.
Meimei pooed thrice a day. This is worrying..
After much 'diagnosis' by hubby and myself, we concluded that she's teething.
Sigh, poor meimei...fever and lao-sai....always has this problem whenever a new tooth sprouting!

Dear lord, please help my little angel to ease her pain. Amen. Mood: Sad Milestone: 11 months old

Zzzoooom to ZOO! (12th June 2010)

Our family tradition to visit the Zoo (or anywhere of interest) during the kids' birthdays. For kayleen's 1st birthday, it was zoo! It was doubly fun as Dora was running a roadshow over there as well. In addition, we also won a Dora prize (a bottle and a bag) from this zoo trip! Lucky lucky heh!!!

Love these shots! Kayleen looks like she understands the Dora skit and having lots of fun! :p

Kaden having diarhorrea (24th-28th May 2010)

Poor Kaden, duno for what reason he started to have diarrhoea.....
Could it be the food he ate? Forgot to wash hands before eating? Oh well, for whatever reasons, I just hope that this will never ever happened again! Just this once will do!

Brought him to see paed and he prescribed him some diarhorrea relieving medication in powdery form, to be mixed with water when consume. My $100 bill flying again....

Dear Lord, please watch over my little active fellow..pray that he will have good health! Amen! Mood: Worried Milestone: 15 months old

Kayleen is walking (23rd May 2010)

Kayleen took her first step today...pushing the toycart around at home. She's so cute and adorable...Im gonna miss these times when she's all grown up!

Mood: Excited Milestone: 11 months old

RIP Grandfather (19th-23rd May 2010)

Hubby's maternal grandfather passed away peacefully on 19th May, aged 88. Naturally, inlaws and hubby have to rush back to Sitiawan for the funeral and I was left behind to care for the kids together with Ester.

I was sad when I heard the news but all the more Im worried about mil. All I could do was to lend her my shoulder to relieve her emotions.....

RIP grandfather!

Last Breastfeeding Day (9th May 2010)

I stopped Breastfeeding.
It was one long 11 months journey.
May have persevered all the way to 12mths.
However, silly illines struck me and I had to stop because I am on medication.
What a waste right, just short of one month to complete a nice 12 mths record.
Well, but I am glad I had persevered that long....at least for my last child!
Tried my best and its considered an achievement for myself! *pat my own shoulder*

Back to Johor, Labis (1st-3rd May 2010)

Our first trip back to Labis this year.
The kids had fun riding on their new toy.
Daddy had fun washing and polishing his '2nd wife'.
And me, I enjoyed slurping my favourite Kueh Teow Soup ;)

Happy Birthday to 公公 (28th April 2010)

It was father's 71st birthday.
We had a simple birthday celebration at home.
As usual, the kids crowded around their grandfather when it was time to blow the candles...haha
Whoah, it was not easy to get everyone to smile together *sweats*
But managed to take one wth everyone smiling nicely hehe