Mama, why do you need to scrapbook?

I have been pretty busy scrapbooking these few days. With only about a month left before heading back to Singapore, I don't really have much time to complete my project.

I  was too caught up in it that Nana questioned why there's a need to scrapbook. As I was cutting the pieces of cards, I casually told her that I did all this specially for her and Zac... for memory's sake so that they can always remember all the special moments that has happened in their lives. Then I heard a sniffle from behind my back. Nana was crying, and I had no idea why. When asked what happened, she replied, "Mama, but I don't want you and papa to die. I'll miss you..."

I was so touched that tears just started welling up in my eyes. She cried even more when I explained that this is life... everyone grows old and will eventually go.

My dearest Nana, you'll soon understand all this. Meanwhile, enjoy your carefree childhood sweetie...

When curiosity strikes...

Zac, this post is for you my dear! A proof of how "curious" a.k.a KPO (nosy!!!) you were! Hehe.

Mama has always been worried about how you would get along with friends and teachers in school. And this is especially so in chinese class, as you had very little exposure and knowledge to the language. You did share with me once about how much you didn't enjoy chinese lessons. You don't talk at all in class and you simply wouldn't try speaking the language even when Laoshi encouraged you. You had no idea what everyone was talking about and you were afraid that you'll be laughed at because you felt that you sounded funny. I blame myself for not being able to help you, as the language is new to me too, and just like you, I am learning. :)

A year passed and you seem to enjoy chinese a lot more now. You never fail to talk about your friends and Laoshi. They made a huge difference! You definitely showed more interest in the subject now, and both mama and papa are really glad to see the improvement in you. 

During one of the conversations I had with Laoshi, she mentioned about how much you LOVE to CHAT. I was shocked to hear that! My boy, the shy quiet one, loves to chat??? Is she talking about the wrong child??? These questions were playing in my mind. Then she shared something funny with me. You, my little son, were beginning to show interest in relationships. And due to this, you just can't resist asking Laoshi if she's married. This is what she told me.

Zac: Laoshi, are you married?

Laoshi: Nope.

Zac: Then Laoshi, you got boyfriend?

Laoshi: Nope. Do you want to help me look for one?

Zac: Cannot. My mummy say I am too little to date.

Laoshi: Haha. I am not asking you to date me. I am asking if you can help me look for a date! 

Now I am no longer worried about how you would get along with friends or teachers. I have a newer concern... You being nosy and asking endless questions!    

2011 National Day Celebration!

With Singapore turning 46, it definitely calls for a celebration. Zac was super excited to be able to participate in this year's performance. Laoshi and the kids from chinese class worked really hard to make the dance perfect. It was surprising to see our boy singing and practising the dance steps at home... in front of the TV, in his bedroom, outside the restroom... Well, he would do this repeatedly, anywhere and anytime which he deemed fit (imagine him dancing in front of us when we were still sleeping and just before bedtime!) Enough talking, now let's watch the performance by the PCII kids, held at Club 56, Luke AFB. Zac is standing in the back row, middle. Please excuse my hubby's shaking hands. Haha.

Porridge's fault!

Dear was feeling a bit under the weather last week. Poor him... Luckily, the barley which I boiled worked well for him. Anyway, last Friday, I cooked porridge for him to bring to work for lunch. As usual, I got up at 5am to cook. That day, something UNUSUAL happened. My kids, BOTH of them, woke up at 6.30am, even earlier than dear! Of course I questioned why they were up that early. I could have taken a nap after that if they were still in bed! Apparently, it was my fault. Both of them claimed that they smelled my porridge, felt hungry and decided that it was time to wake up. Haha. They love the porridge so much that they had it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I didn't even have to offer other food! They just kept asking for more!

That night, right after I tucked them into bed, Nana gave me a GENTLE reminder! "Mama, tomorrow don't cook porridge ok? If not, I will wake up early!"

Haha! They obviously blame me!

Busy summer!

Busy busy busy! The past 2 months were full of activities. Kids started their summer holidays and we were off to 2 different road trips, separated by a 2 weeks break. That was almost a month away from home. Shagged! BUT fun! No chance for such long road trips once we are back in Singapore. Anyway, we managed to visit all the attractions that we had in mind.

Well, fun time is almost over and it's about time to go back to reality where I'll be part of a workforce. Back to square one! Juggling my job with the endless housework and growing kids! Wish me luck!

P.S. We are already in a counting down mode! 75 days to go!