Water park @ SSC

We live very near to Sembawang Shopping Centre, only less than 5min drive. We know that there's a water park at the roof top but we never play there before. Guess we were just thinking that it's so mafan to wash up afterwards. But last Sunday afternoon, I suggested that we give it a go.

It was such a beautiful day and I hate to waste it away indoors. But Cobby had an assignment to do and Jayden had to take a afternoon nap. By the time we all were ready to go out, it was already late afternoon.

It just seemed perfect timing to let Jolie play at the watet park for awhile before we have dinner there, since its so near. I have to watch Jayden, so Cobby would have to be the one to play with Jolie.

It was more fun than we expected. The weather was warm and sunny, the water was cooling. Father and daughter had a real good time. Even jayden had fun, I carried him and let him touch the cool jets of water. It's great to hear his squeals of laughter, a good break from all the worries and tummy upsets from his constipation problem. But only for awhile, tired sia carrying him! It's like running around with a bag of rice!

All in all, great fun, not the most sanitary, but hey, its free! When Jayden starts walking, the whole family can join in. :)

Serene's Wedding

After 13 years, my two old friends, Serene and Benny have finally decided to tie the knot. You can imagine my joy!

Well we've waited long enough. Coming and going and coming back together again, got a flat, housewarming, got a dog that they lovingly call their "son"... Can't blame them for procrastinating. Life was getting a little comfortable! But after much nagging from the parents, they finally picked a date. I seldom get so excited about a wedding dinner, but apart from the fact that I was looking forward to meet my friends, it's been AGES since I get to dress up and go out at night. Sob..sob.. I HAVE NO LIFE!

Drama aside, Mom had agreed to help watch Jayden for the night. And since Jolie was big enough to attend dinner with us, we finally got the opportunity to let Jolie wear her Princess gown my sis bought from HK DISNEY. She looked like a real princess! Haha we looked a little under dressed as compared to her.

Serene invited us old pals to attend her ROM by the poolside in the early evening too. We were nearly late, but was saved by Cobby's brand new GPS navigator's smart guidance. Good job! :) Ting Ting and I felt a little emo during the ceremony...

After that, there was still some time before the dinner, so Ting Ting and us headed to the cafe and enjoyed a little tea and delicious cakes! (No pics as my phone was charging in the car)

At the cocktail reception, we had alot of fun at the photo booth!

Dinner was good, very generous portions, unfortunately we were full before the 9 course dinner was complete due to our teatime! Haha oops! I was actually very sleepy halfway through, guess it's been too long since we went out at night. Jolie took a short nap in the afternoon, but even at 10pm+ she was full of energy! Where did all that energy come from?!

Besides, I was missing my baby boy. Wondering how is he and if he was missing me too? I just missed holding him as he falls asleep, so was a little sad when Mom called to report that he was already in bed.

I wanted to leave early as its way pass jolie's bedtime, but Cobby said that we should at least wait for the photoshoot with the bride and groom. We were one of the last few tables!! It was a long wait, but we were right next to the live band and we had fun dedicating songs and singing old Jacky Cheung songs. Like karaoke! After taking the photo we bade farewell and went home. It was a happy day. Congratulations Serene and Benny!

Racial Harmony Day 2013

It's Racial Harmony Day again and this year it's the 1st time Jolie's celebrating in her new school.

As usual, nearing this date many people would suggest that she wear the Korean hanbok that my sis bought from Korea awhile back. I never could understand that. Aren't you suppose to wear the traditional outfit of YOUR ethnic group? We are not Koreans, why wear a hanbok??

Like the teachers at her playgroup, her Chinese teachers were dressed up in Indian outfits. Nice, but... but... but...why?

Anyway, I stuck to my principles and let Jo wear her Chinese New Year outfit. I think she looks lovely. Like her playgroup, parents were asked to bring some "traditional snacks". But unlike the playgroup, parents were not invited to join in! Hmph...

So I had to think of a snack thats:

1. Kids friendly

2. Not too big portion cuz other parents bringing food too

3. Traditional

In the end I bought a box of kueh bangkit from Bengawan Solo. Perfect! But after school Jolie told me that they didn't even get to eat the kueh bangkit cause there was too much food. But since I didn't get my biscuits back, I guess the teachers and staff "makan" already loh...

With each passing year I can see how much she has grown. Last year she still looks a little kiddy. This year she looks like a little lady. Did i ever mention that she's four years old but she's the size of a 6 year old!? Yah. But because of this I think I sometimes expect too much from her.

I think I expect her to behave like a 6 year old, which is quite unfair for her, so I occasionally have to remind myself that she's only 4 and thus should be allowed to act like one.

Sigh soon her toddler years would be behind her. When did my baby girl grow up!?