What a way to end our USA stay!

There we were in TLF, counting down the number of hours before we set foot on the plane back to Singapore! Me and dear even joked about not letting the kids go to bed last night just so that they can sleep throughout the entire flight back. Who knows that would come true!

Well, we had a final farewell and an advanced birthday celebration for Dorean and Claris yesterday! It had been a week filled with lots of makan session... I'm already missing all the fun with the girls... late night cooking, baking, watching movies and 38-ing while the hubbies were on night shift or away for their TDY. Hehe.

Anyway, while we were packing up, Nana had a little mishap. Our princess chose to rock herself while sitting on her car-seat which we left in front of the TV. She lost balance, fell forward and her forehead hit the edge of the coffee-table. There was a deep cut and blood was dripping out. Time check: 11pm and there we were at the nearest hospital. (Thank you Kwok for driving us there!) And guess what? We had to leave for the airport by 3.30am. Imagine how tensed we were. So worried that we'll miss our flight. Nana was given 3 stitches after the numbness took effect about half an hour later. By the time we got back to TLF, it was 1am. Thankfully Echo and Ivy helped clean up the place! We did a final check on all our items... 5 luggages, 2 hand-carry bags, a box and 2 booster seats.   

What a way to end our stay in USA! Throughout this entire 2 years, other than the usual cough, fever or runny nose which we treated with over-the-counter medications, there was never a need for Nana to see the doctors.

Anyway, all went as planned. We made it to the airport on time thanks to all from EI! As for now, just got to bring Nana to the clinic for the stitches removal on Wednesday. No swimming and no direct sunlight for the next 3 months to a year to avoid a scar.    

Bonding time...

Shipment boxes have left, house almost empty and luggages all packed now. These last few days in AZ has been so hectic and pretty emotional. Kids had to bid farewell to the lovely friends they made here. And as for me, this should be the end of my adventurous "SAHM" experience... So many things going through my mind right now... Just hope that I'm strong enough to go through EVERYTHING all over again...

I really treasure these past 2 years. Priceless family bonding, just the 4 of us, something which we would never get to experience if we are in Singapore!   

A friendly round of Scrabble on one of the last few nights in Pyramids!

FV Bag!

Nana, you are growing up way too fast!

From an infant

to a toddler

to a little girl

and now

you are all ready to be a High School girl! 



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!