These few days, the people I have been spending most time with are my kids. Afternoon is usually our time together, when they have gotten back from school. We'll have a simple lunch together, followed by some play time, then getting the inevitable homework out of the way, then play or relaxation time if they've got nothing else on.
I have come to realise I really enjoy hearing them laugh and play, especially with each other. Sure, sometimes they are unbearable cranky (or sometimes I am) but for the most part, I really enjoy being with them. I spent yesterday afternoon watching "Home Alone" with dd alone. (Ds was busy assembling his Lego robot.) It's a really old show, but most of their generation have never heard of it, so she had a great deal of fun. I hardly spend much alone time with dd, because she spends so much time at school now, and during her free time, her brother is usually around too. But some girly time together was great, and I shall plan to catch Home Alone 2, 3, and 4 again with her soon (Yes, I got the DVD box set!)
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
You never know.
You never know when your plans may change or why. I guess we just have to make the most of what life throws at us.
For the next few days, I'll be at home, reading, surfing, playing Nintendo, sleeping, watching an inane amount of TV (including old Mediacorp re-runs, JAG, and B-grade-but-still-riveting movies on Hallmark channel and HBO) :) And if the urge hits me, there's always online retail therapy! heh heh! Great stuff here and here. I simply love this too. (If anyone is feeling generous, I like the white, and in size 7.5 C please. If you're feeling EXTRA generous, might as well get me the black as well.)
Last but not least, I'm so inspired by this. Simply beautiful!
Oh, and before I forget, Happy New Year of the Rat! May this year bring prosperity, happiness and health to you and your loved ones.
For the next few days, I'll be at home, reading, surfing, playing Nintendo, sleeping, watching an inane amount of TV (including old Mediacorp re-runs, JAG, and B-grade-but-still-riveting movies on Hallmark channel and HBO) :) And if the urge hits me, there's always online retail therapy! heh heh! Great stuff here and here. I simply love this too. (If anyone is feeling generous, I like the white, and in size 7.5 C please. If you're feeling EXTRA generous, might as well get me the black as well.)
Last but not least, I'm so inspired by this. Simply beautiful!
Oh, and before I forget, Happy New Year of the Rat! May this year bring prosperity, happiness and health to you and your loved ones.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Hello 2008!
So, I realise, it's about 23 days too late to welcome 2008! Better late than never I guess! I haven't updated my blog in eons because I thought nobody reads it, but over the last weekend, a few people asked me, "How come you haven't updated your blog for so long?". That's when I was pleasantly surprised that people do read my blog hehe! (if you're one of those, please leave a comment!)
So far, it has been a rather eventful 2008. C started P1 in her new school, everything was great except for a school bus incident last week. I won't say more because talking about it makes me tear.
Then, there was the decision to wind down The Velvet Cat. It wasn't an easy decision to make, but I felt we weren't quite devoting the time and attention it really needed to grow well. We had our last open house on Saturday, and I must say I will definitely miss these events and the people we have met throughout the past 18 months or so. (Sales pitch: Do check out our online sale which starts tonight!)
On the crafty side, nothing much is happening, sad to say. The personal entertainment side has been much more enriching. I've read a couple of great books (The Overlook and Momzillas most recently) and watched an exciting drama serial (The Golden Path). I am also hooked on The Legend of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass! I played the long-ago version of The Legend of Zelda and playing this just brings back fond memories! Of course, this version for the Nintendo DS is even more fun, because it really exploits the features of the DS such as touch-screen, mic etc!
Ok, does this long post make up for lost time? :) I will try my best to update my blog regularly this year!
So far, it has been a rather eventful 2008. C started P1 in her new school, everything was great except for a school bus incident last week. I won't say more because talking about it makes me tear.
Then, there was the decision to wind down The Velvet Cat. It wasn't an easy decision to make, but I felt we weren't quite devoting the time and attention it really needed to grow well. We had our last open house on Saturday, and I must say I will definitely miss these events and the people we have met throughout the past 18 months or so. (Sales pitch: Do check out our online sale which starts tonight!)
On the crafty side, nothing much is happening, sad to say. The personal entertainment side has been much more enriching. I've read a couple of great books (The Overlook and Momzillas most recently) and watched an exciting drama serial (The Golden Path). I am also hooked on The Legend of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass! I played the long-ago version of The Legend of Zelda and playing this just brings back fond memories! Of course, this version for the Nintendo DS is even more fun, because it really exploits the features of the DS such as touch-screen, mic etc!
Ok, does this long post make up for lost time? :) I will try my best to update my blog regularly this year!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Has it been that long?
Frankly, I got a shock when I saw my blog was last updated on Sept 28. Hmm, what have I been up to? I guess the answer is, nothing much. (haha)
I've been busy reading and watching TV, that's for sure. I hate to say this, but Mediacorp Channel 8 dramas just don't excite me the way they used to. Metamorphosis was good, but I seriously don't fancy those 'comical' types of dramas (if you can call them that) that they are screening now. Thanks to cousin S, I've finished the entire third season of Grey's Anatomy, and it was great! Eagerly awaiting Season 4 now!
I've not been in the pink of health and I'm sick of being sick! (Yes, I am still having that dang cough.) I resolve to cut off all cold drinks and heaty food, but I can't go without my chilli. Hope to have a better update next time.
The kids' school year is coming to an end, their concert is next week, followed by C's graduation 10 days later, and then Primary 1 orientation. Time flies and it'll soon be 2008! I can't believe it!
I've been busy reading and watching TV, that's for sure. I hate to say this, but Mediacorp Channel 8 dramas just don't excite me the way they used to. Metamorphosis was good, but I seriously don't fancy those 'comical' types of dramas (if you can call them that) that they are screening now. Thanks to cousin S, I've finished the entire third season of Grey's Anatomy, and it was great! Eagerly awaiting Season 4 now!
I've not been in the pink of health and I'm sick of being sick! (Yes, I am still having that dang cough.) I resolve to cut off all cold drinks and heaty food, but I can't go without my chilli. Hope to have a better update next time.
The kids' school year is coming to an end, their concert is next week, followed by C's graduation 10 days later, and then Primary 1 orientation. Time flies and it'll soon be 2008! I can't believe it!
Friday, September 28, 2007
Not well.
I haven't been feeling well in the past week. I've got a hacking cough and about one tonne of phlegm (TMI? hehe) which I can't cough out. Doctor gave me a drowsy medicine, so I've not been taking it religiously. Hopefully, with the weekend around the corner, I will take it 3x a day!
In addition to that, I sprained my back muscle trying to carry R the other day. I have since been nursing a sore back, so that means, no golf for now, and no bending at the waist either! The back is much better now, but after prolonged periods of sitting/standing, the ache will return.
I guess all this is part of growing old. I can't believe how time flies. C will be going to Pri 1 next year, and she'll soon be a pre-teen. 2007 seems to have just started, but in the blink of an eye, it will be October next week.
I've also been hooked on Facebook which is really fun if you've nothing else to do. I've found some old friends on it, and it's really interesting how it links everyone to everyone else. It's really quite a small world out there!
Some things I'm looking forward to:
1) Some good ol' retail therapy at Marks & Spencer and VivoCity.
2) Shopping for the kids' winter clothes at Mothercare.
3) Catching a movie (881?)
4) Watching tonight's episode of 'Metamorphosis' and 'Ghost Whisperer'
5) Sleeping in beyond 6.30 am! (sleeping with meds is a really good feeling!)
6) Hopefully squeezing in an early morning swim here. The kids just love the lazy river!
Yay! It's less than half a day to Saturday now! :)
In addition to that, I sprained my back muscle trying to carry R the other day. I have since been nursing a sore back, so that means, no golf for now, and no bending at the waist either! The back is much better now, but after prolonged periods of sitting/standing, the ache will return.
I guess all this is part of growing old. I can't believe how time flies. C will be going to Pri 1 next year, and she'll soon be a pre-teen. 2007 seems to have just started, but in the blink of an eye, it will be October next week.
I've also been hooked on Facebook which is really fun if you've nothing else to do. I've found some old friends on it, and it's really interesting how it links everyone to everyone else. It's really quite a small world out there!
Some things I'm looking forward to:
1) Some good ol' retail therapy at Marks & Spencer and VivoCity.
2) Shopping for the kids' winter clothes at Mothercare.
3) Catching a movie (881?)
4) Watching tonight's episode of 'Metamorphosis' and 'Ghost Whisperer'
5) Sleeping in beyond 6.30 am! (sleeping with meds is a really good feeling!)
6) Hopefully squeezing in an early morning swim here. The kids just love the lazy river!
Yay! It's less than half a day to Saturday now! :)
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Winter in Korea!
Yesterday, we booked our air tickets to Korea! It'll be the beginning of winter when we get there, and I'm already feeling the winter chills just thinking about it!
We plan to spend a few days in Seoul, and a couple of days at a nearby ski resort and Everland, it'll mainly be a trip for the kids to experience winter and snow, and for us to chill out (literally or otherwise!)
If you've any 'lobangs' where to rent/buy nice winter clothes for adults and kids, have recommendations on where to go in Seoul, or can speak Korean, please let me know!
We plan to spend a few days in Seoul, and a couple of days at a nearby ski resort and Everland, it'll mainly be a trip for the kids to experience winter and snow, and for us to chill out (literally or otherwise!)
If you've any 'lobangs' where to rent/buy nice winter clothes for adults and kids, have recommendations on where to go in Seoul, or can speak Korean, please let me know!
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Uncluttering.
Finally we're doing it! Our garage sale will be held this weekend (15 & 16 Sept) at my place.
Date/Time: Saturday (2-5pm) and Sunday (10 am-5pm)
Venue: Seletar Hills area (TVC customers will know! If you wanna come but not sure, email me or leave a comment)
What's on sale: Toys, books, golf sets, miscellaneous stuff.
A note - many of the toys on sale will be in great condition. As a parent, I've been overindulgent. I feel much better now my kids' cupboards are so much neater with these toys gone and much neater. If you know of a children's home who would appreciate some of these toys, please let me know.
Hope to see you!
Date/Time: Saturday (2-5pm) and Sunday (10 am-5pm)
Venue: Seletar Hills area (TVC customers will know! If you wanna come but not sure, email me or leave a comment)
What's on sale: Toys, books, golf sets, miscellaneous stuff.
A note - many of the toys on sale will be in great condition. As a parent, I've been overindulgent. I feel much better now my kids' cupboards are so much neater with these toys gone and much neater. If you know of a children's home who would appreciate some of these toys, please let me know.
Hope to see you!
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