Surprise!!

This heavy mama went for some exercise this morning...at the mall..LOL

I was contemplating if I should do it (walking, that is...what were you thinking? *wink*) outside where I can get some fresh air or indoors, for some urm artificial air.

A mini debate was going on for a while before finally deciding on IUtama. Thank God Ash was pretty well behaved. I mean, she did entice me to a game of hide and seek at Esprit and Padini. Not exactly my kind of game but you know...Come to think of it, she got most of the sales people all worked up and ended up playing with her.

She did also try to grab everything that were on display at the optical shop I happened to stroll into. It was precisely that moment when I realised what a lousy idea it was walking in and I promptly went out from there before she actually took something. Luckily, she followed me without a fuss. I would've hated having to carry a screaming and kicking tot.

Apart from that, she did ok.

I think, I really should do this more often...you know, as my days are numbered and I definitely need all the movement I can get; if ya know what I mean...

Balloons

Did you know...that my favourite color is green? I'm just sayin'...

So, the weekend went along without drama...thank GOD! Of course, it did help when hubby and I went on a short mini 3 hour excursion to Putrajaya for the hot air balloon fiesta. We decided at the very last minute not to bring Ash even though we had her in our plans initially. But, the weather was horrendous. Plus, we opted to go for the evening session and we didn't want her to miss her dinner etc...so, we left her with my in-laws.

It was...well, the event didn't wow us away, that much I can tell you. But the participating balloons were really something. My only regret was we were too close to them and I wished we had gone exploring for better photographing spots.

Oh yea, the food selection wasn't all that great either. Or maybe, we were there late and they had better choices during the day, I'm not sure. In the end, we opted for pizza for 2. I was so hungry, I could've eaten the whole damn thing.

We waited around for the night show which was supposedly scheduled to begin at 8pm but it didn't. So ,we left because we needed to pick Ash up and surprise her with a little gift – hubby bought her an over-priced helium balloon as compensation :-D. I'm telling you, that girl has got her Daddy wrapped around her little finger. It won't be long before she'll have herself a competition...hehehhe...when that happens, all I can say to hubby is “Good luck mate!” *evil laughter*

You can see more photos on the side. Keep refreshing the page for new pics until the rotation goes a full circle. This will have to do for now until I get myself a flickr account or something.

Thoughts that don't make a whole lot of sense

the cupcake that Hubby bought

I was sharing with a sweet friend a couple of days ago about me having un-explained bouts of depressed feelings lately. I couldn't understand why I was happy one moment and the next, I find myself crying a river. I was so convinced that pnd shouldn't hit me now, should it? Perhaps, it's a sign, a sign that my actual pnd will be worst than the last. I certainly do hope that isn't the case but knowing what I went through the last time when I had Ash, I am not optimistic (that things will be better this round). Still, I'm hopeful (or set out on some retail therapy - Sale going on).

I'm feeling fine today though..so far – just like how I am normally. But, I won't know how I will be say, in another hour or in the next 5 hours. Lets hope I'll be in a much better shape for the weekend. I would really hate to spoil the weekend mood.

On a lighter note, it won't be long before Ash turns 3 and when she does, we'll get to start her off on the tennis lessons that we've planned for even before she was born. *gasp*...I know, I'm such a lunatic! But, you know, before that happens, I might just need to start having the courage to potty train her.

What? Yeah, you heard me – Ash isn't potty trained! A definite true mom confession time.

I admit, I'm guilty. Let me tell you that the only reason why I haven't even attempted to try is because I'm afraid of the spills and accidents. *gasp again*...I'm just not prepared for these kind of things -- mentally or otherwise. So, parents-at-large, I am truly evil and you shall not follow in my footsteps. I'm not sure when I'll begin but certainly, I will have to...pretty soon.

And for the final random silly thought, my favourite tennis player will be welcoming his child this summer. The gender of the baby is not known (probably, not yet) but if it's a boy, I am so going to marry my second kid off to him...LOL...Hubby and I are having another baby girl. Sorry for the late announcement but I do have a somewhat valid explanation : we wanted to surprise the folks initially and to keep everyone in the family guessing. So, if I were to reveal it here, on this blog, it wouldn't be appropriate if they found out this way. However, as you would have guessed, we weren't very successful at concealing our urm, little secret and eventually, the cat got out of the bag. Now, everyone knows...that includes you. :-D

My only major concern right now (so, maybe it's not real major), amongst others, is having to pick a name for her. A name that we both like and feel contended with. Actually, I've been mulling over this for the past couple of months ever since we knew but nothing struck the chord. I'm having zero inspiration. Perhaps, she shall be nameless until after she's born.

Gosh, this post, I believe, has gone on for far too long. I do hope you've had a much better week than I did and so, here's wishing you an even better weekend! Have a great one all...

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The 'babe' is two! Gosh..can't believe myself saying that.

Had a lil' gig for her last Sunday; largely thanks to my mom who insisted that we have one. Honestly, I wasn't up to it but mom and sis took care of everything to which I am grateful.

Sis and gang bought the lovely Barney cake for Ash. That made her squeal with delight and kept her going "Marney"..."Marney"...

Happy Birthday kiddo -- may you have many great years ahead and not forgetting, be good to mommy ya! *snigger*