Learning. Drawing. Dinner in a jiff.

Today, Alkes learnt to how move his butt down first when he is crawling onto the floor from the bed. This takes a while. Since he turns one (last Saturday... Seems like forever), he kinda grown up. Or, maybe it's just me. 

Astria finally has my permission to break in the new colour pencil sets that her yi ma ma bought for her during her birthday. She is using them to draw, what else but Elsa and Anna. The frozen craze is here to stay, for a while, I guess. 

It's Saturday. I have been looking forward to cooking dinner. Since the last meal I cooked was at least 2 weeks ago. With the dinner prep done in the morning, the actually cooking takes me less than 30 mins. I guess with a super clingy toddler at your foot, you will become super efficient. Food was nice, ahem, especially the Korean style fried pork. I am so glad the hub and the girls love it. And the little guy also seems to approve if it too. 

It's confirmed.

I will be on npl for another 6 months. This marked the 1st time in my life that I am jobless for a year. 

Freedom gained, but loss of income. Zero. Period. 

How relieved I feel once the decision is made. 

Am I escaping from the harsh reality? Probably. But the agony of going back to work, to the daily grinds is not something I looked forward. 

Here to newfound freedom, and hopefully a sense of calling to be a better mum. 

Celebrate This

It has been a while. And it's long overdue. 

It's your 5th birthday. Has been looking forward to it. The goodies bag, the celebration in school, the cake and especially the princess tiara and wand. 

I'm so glad the cake turned out well. And the tiara and wand are of a much better quality than I imagined. Ha. 

You have grown so much in the year. Much more mature, more disciplined. But of course the occasional slip. You are so sensitive and emotional. And yet so unaware of the environment. 

I often wonder how do you manage yourself in the bigger world. 

There are times when we think we are too harsh on you. And I really felt so sorry. Especially your cries really break my heart. 

But other times, you are beyond yourself. Totally uncontrollable and I feel like pulling my hair. 

I learnt so much from you. And am still learning everyday. Patience, communication and enigmatic. I'm totally humbled and blessed to have you. You bring such joy to us. 

Happy birthday, my dearest. And mummy loves very much. 

December Dailys 2013

Finally. 

Today I crossed off a few key items on my to do list. 

My DD2013 is finally completed. So glad I persevered. It was good to have an album dedicated to the month of December as we celebrate Xmas. 

But. 

A big but. I'm not going to attempt another DD for 2014. For a few good reasons. 

1. We don't celebrate Xmas in a big way. I mean, we have party, exchange presents. But yet, Xmas is just kept at that. There is no significant reason apart from the merry making. And, obviously, we are not religious in that manner. 

2. Once I started my DD, I kinda regret it. Well, ultimately it just gonna be exactly like PL. I don't find any creativity in doing it. It is probably more details and it exists in a separate album. And I spent well too much time on it. I guess, if I'm stuck with my PL, I would probably have an easier time. I don't even feel like taking a photos of it. 

3. I'm not a fan of all the Christmassy embellies. I find it hard to match with my choice of photos. Which are not exactly Christmassy in nature. 

4. Having said that, I'm thinking of doing a countdown to CNY album. Or, just focus on a detailed week in the life. We'll see how it goes. 

Anyhow, I'm so glad I am done with it. And yes! I can officially move on PL2014. 

Crafty Venture: Amigurumi Totoro

Yeah! 

After a few nites of endless counting and stitching, I'm done with my first ever amigurumi Totoro. 

Since chancing upon Sam huge amigurumi she posted on Instagram, I have been dreaming about amigurumi. My goal is to make a similar doll too. 

But on a safe side, I opt to start with a smaller scale, easier pattern. I'm glad I did. The success of completing one within a reasonable time frame is really a great booster. 

Well, to "make it happen", I have done my part (and spent some money) I ordered the recommended Clover Amour crochet hook, as well as bought enough cotton yarn. Just waiting for them to arrive on my door step 

It's a great sense of accomplishment (although not exactly a huge one)! It once again proven that I'm really quite crafty! Ha! Let's hope this crafty adventure continue. 

Stuck. Unexpected.

Sent the girls to CC. As per usual. 

But Murphy's Law set in. 

We were stuck in a jam. Super duper jam, to be precise. Totally unexpected. 

45 mins later, we made it to Changi ferry terminal for the hub to off load his office stuff. Let the girls come out to stretch their legs and walk about. 

It was a nice change. 

The air was fresh and clean. The breeze was cooling and comforting. This is NICE. 

But!!!! 

We totally forgotten about the CC breakfast timing. When the girls reached the CC, breakfast was over. The girls had to be hungry till lunch time. 

Totally guilty. 

(Note to self: always have a loaf of bread or biscuits for emergency) 

Reached home. Cannot complete any of the things on my to do list. 

Well, that's life. I guess. 

It makes everyday more interesting. 

I hope. 

Friends from long ago

Today, I had a gathering with some of my Uni friends. At the new suntec city. It's been a long time since I last stepped foot there. 

It has been a long time since we last met. At least one of them. So it was really great to see them again. 

It's amazing how we can just catch up from where we last left off despite the fact that we seldom meet. Or even what's apps for that matter. This is how wonderful friends are. 

           MX playing with baby A. 

From Uni onwards, we have moved on to different stages of life. But the bond is there. Still. 

Remember the time we used to share jokes and laugh over the slightest silly things. We had great fun exploring different parts of Singapore. The bonding was great. It's hard to find this kind of friendship now. I'm so grateful I have them as friends.