the new year

it's the 3rd day of CNY and we were supposed to go to the beach for some sun and fun. before you go "ooh...that's nice", it's actually not because the weather's been freaking hot! I'd much rather walk about aimlessly at the malls enjoying the not-so-fresh-but-cool-air. Something we did yesterday. We brought the jing-bang to 1U bought a bunch of stuff like kites, buckets, spades and stuffs for the beach. I took the opportunity to grab my depleting shampoo and a couple of office supplies such as papers and pencils. If you're wondering (because I know you are), they are for Ash. She's been using them and misplacing them and some times I find them at MIL's.

Also, shopping during the new year is really fun because the malls aren't filled to the brim with people. Especially if you're like me, someone who couldn't be bothered to wrestle with the folks for clothes, you'll find buying them now is such a breeze. No waiting for the changing room, no need to step on anyone's toes. Just grab, try and buy hehhe...I know, I am such a loser. But, hey, anything that rocks my boat...flows..(I must be drunk; I don't even know how that came out).

But, we have to re-schedule our beach trip to sometime later this week because FIL has caught the flu-bug. So, we're staying close by just in case he needs to see the doc. It hasn't really been the best of CNY for us what with so many family members falling sick. I just hope he recovers soon; it's no fun being sick during CNY..

happy chinese new year!!

I know -- I am awfully late with the wishes. I've been so so busy with last minute shopping, preparation and a little request from a friend. So, it's all been occupying my time for the past few days preceding the new year. Also, what's with the kids being bitten by the flu-bug. And finally, my BIL and family's in town for the first time during CNY. Therefore, we've been shuttling back and forth as many times as possible to be with them at my MIL's house.

Ash and Em met their cousins for the first time, ever! I'm glad to say that they hit it off like ol' pals. It's as if they've known each other for years. Ash has finally met her 'kor kor' and she's been following him everywhere...heheh...they are so cute together despite their age gap of 7 years! Her kor-kor indulges her whims and fancies, which goes down well with her by the way. I just hope that when it's time for them to leave, she'll not be too heartbroken and will actually let him go heheh...

As for Em, she's still in a daze, not knowing fully what's going on. Because we are out of theSo house so often, she knocks out pretty fast during the night-time. It's actually a relieve for us since she was having difficulty sleeping last week due to stuffy nose and irritating throat. Oh yea, she's recently developed a tiny patch of eczema at the neck area behind her. The doc prescribed something for her to apply. So far, the meds are working, no need for eczema alternative treatments unlike some so...I am glad.

Ok, that's it for now. Gotta pack and head on over to MIL's. Speak soon..

hello?

Hello?

W-h-a-t?

Wa you doing there?

ok...bye

momsie : Who did you call?

Ash : Ashy gurl call Goofy

momsie : **burst into laughter**...what did goofy say?

Ash : I dunno...Ashy gurl call Goofy.

I wonder what Goofy said on the other line? More Goofy snacks perhaps...need advice on which modern furniture to get since I think the Clubhouse needs a major overhaul.

Oh well, whatever it is, I am certainly glad its Goofy and not some Tom, Dick or Harry! I may not have a major problem with that but I am willing to bet that hubby WILL have something to say! **grins**

did you know?

that...we were married for 5 years before we had Ash?

oh. before that, are you even remotely interested? hehhe...doesn't matter. I'll tell you anyway. yes, we were. If we had kids straight-away, Ash will be 8 and Em will be 6. Looking at the numbers now, it's made me realise how so very far off I am.

So, did I regret or was it an infertility issue? It's not the first time we get asked this question. You know, I think my mom was also having that thought but of course, being a mom, the last thing you'd want to do is to make matters harder for your child than it already is so she just kept her thoughts to herself.

Ok, so first thing's first - do I regret having kids so late in my life (I am no spring chicken people!)? Some days, I do. Because I have this illusion of fitting into those skimpy jeans and droop-down top and you know, still have it. But, on most days, I don't because if I had kids earlier, we won't have the luxury of me being at home with the kids.

The next most popular question thrown at us - do you have a problem? I don't think so. But we did have to try about 6 months for Ash. And for Em, we didn't try at all. We did initially, but since we realised that we couldn't meet the deadline of 2008, we stopped. LOL..and then, when we least expected it, she was conceived. So, I may have had some problem I'm not entirely sure but at least, we didn't have to burn our pockets fixing anything.

So, there...now you know..:-)