Lunch with Mel n Athena

Its our first meeting today after so long. We've chatted in FBO since 2003 but never got round to meet till today. For a start, the weather was Beautiful, not too hot and the rain cleared up late morning.

Met Mel and sweet Athena at Taka (again) and had lunch at Yoshinoya. I love the food there, but today, I had to 'pour' the bento set down my throat cos Meia couldn't sit still.

We headed down to Paragon, as I had to get some stuff at Marks & Spenser. After that we headed home... I decided to take the outdoor route instead of walking indoors to let Meia enjoy the sun n the sights. And she really enjoyed it. She took in the sights n when she saw the giant red n white balls on the trees, she was delighted n bounced in the pram. I had fun too, its been a long time I really enjoyed a walk in the outdoors where the sun isn't too hot.

I wished we could have stayed longer, but Meia had to nap. I don't want to get caught with a cranky toddler outside.

It was a good day well spent!

I want my tshirt!

Yesterday b4 her morning nap, meia got her t-shirt all wet and I immediately put her in the cot, n took out her tee. Juz as I was walking to her cupboard to grab a fresh pair of singlet, I heard a cry n I turned around... haha I saw little Meia patting her naked chest n crying away. Indicating that she doesn't have any clothes on... n y did I take her t-shirt away? I couldn't control my laughter... hahaha. After I slipped the singlet in, she started to smile.... then it was sunshine again. Cute.

Fish and Baked potato wedges

I made fish n chips for Meia's lunch today... she prefers the baked wedges more than the fish haha :) I'm ok with that. The potatoes tasted lightly sweet. I cut them up in wedges, put in a pinch of salt n pepper, then lightly rub with olive oil, bake in a 180 deg oven for 25 mins.

Dinner will be pork porridge...

Chawanmushi and mee suah

I made chawanmushi to go with Meia's mee suah yesterday and she quite liked it. Here's how I make the chawanmushi : -

Ingredients

1. 3 Eggs
2. 1/2 cup of chicken stock
3. 1 shitake mushroom (diced)
4. 1/2 teaspoon sugar
5. Pinch of salt (for taste)

Method

1. Beat the eggs together with the salt n sugar
2. Use a strainer n strain the eggs. Discard the left over thick egg whites
3. Pour the chicken stock into the bowl, then add the eggs and the mushrooms
4. Cover the bowl with cling wrap, to prevent bubbles before steaming for 10 mins on medium heat.

Shoes

When she wants to go gai gai, she'll take her shoes n pass it to me indicating that I wear her shoes for her. After wearing she automatically points to the door. And if I don't go out, she bawl...... *big sigh*

Kids these days are so darn smart! Muz be all the fish oil supplements I took during pregnancy...

I was quite an 'ah gong' as a kid (according to my mom lah)....

Umbrella

Dunno when she started going gaga over umbrellas, be it big or small. When we're out, Meia will get all excited seeing someone with an umbrella, and not forgetting the ice-cream man with his gigantic brolly! An ice-cream man usually comes round my estate in the evenings and there was once I was strolling, and the 'ling a ling' sound came... little Meia pointed to it and I had to 'chase' the ice-cream truck.... obviously she's attracted to the big bright yellow brolly!!!

At home, she'll make us open all the brollies and when we try to close it, she'll get all whiny and we have to leave it open till her nap / bedtime...

This afternoon on the MRT, a lady seated beside me had a lilac brolly in her hands and Meia almost immediately leaned over to grab it.... of coz, I stopped her in time...

Pneumococcal Jab

I brought little Meia for her Pneumococcal jab this morn after putting it off for 2 weeks. It was pretty fast and pleased to say, she didn't cry. Now that she's got the first dose, the 2nd will be end Oct... I dislike bringing her for jabs, but no choice, this is a scary and very deadly disease.

Took her weight n height, and her PD said its perfect.

Weight : 8.7Kg
Height : 76cm

Outing with Emily

Yeah, I finally managed to meet up with Emily after many weeks of postponing due to bad weather n Emily wasn't feeling well.

We had lunch at Macs and little Meia didn't want her porridge after 3 spoons and instead aimed at my nuggets n Emily's fries... Yes, my gal had junk food... I'm ok lah, its not everyday she eats junk, so I gave in lor haha.

After that we crossed over to Paragon, I bought two tops from Fox, had wanted to get more, but SAHM = NO INCOME, so better wise up. Meia got to ride on Bob the Builder, and even got a balloon from ELC.

It was a happy day for all 3 of us, but I did wish we had more time!!!!

Emily! We must meet up again!

Some Thoughts

Eversince having Meia and becoming a Mother, my perspective in life has taken on a simpler view. I do admit I used to be envious about lotsa stuff, people etc. But now I tell myself to be happy with what I have, and NOT what I don't have. To count my blessings each day n be contented with my lot. Afterall, I am blessed with a beautiful gal who completes my life. Years ago, I did not picture myself as a Mother, let alone be one. Now, I'm a happy woman whose biggest reward is being a Mama to little Meia.

I don't know when No. 2 will be coming along, I don't know if I'll ever love No.2 as much as I love Meia... but whatever it is, Meia will always have a very special place in my heart as my First Born.

9th Tooth

Her 9th tooth is coming out!!!

Little Meia is walking

My little girl is walking, but still a little wobbly though... anyway, I'm already very pleased with her progress. She's still babbling away, lots of nonsense and getting very vain these days. This little vainpot is obsessed with herself and will kiss her own image in the mirror without fail... and did I mention she loves to admire herself?

BTW, the words she knows how to say now all begins with the letter 'B' ... B stands for BARNEY too!!!

My Little Girl

Sometimes I wished time wouldn't pass so fast... cos pretty soon, Meia would be all grown up. Yes, and I'm gonna miss her... okie, call me weepy, n getting all emotional... once she's grown, she will no longer be exclusively mine!!! (huge bawl).

Yesterday, my mom and I brought Meia to Orchard. On the way home on the bus, there were 3 teenage gals seated opposite me and I witnessed the conversation one of the girls had with her Daddy. It went : - Yes dad, I'm on the way home. Err daddy can I call u later? I'm in the lift, reception's not very clear. Okie, bye.'

Then, many thoughts ran thru my mind. I pictured myself as mama to Meia 20 yrs on... would she find me a nag n tell me the same white lie??? Would she grow up to be a good n well behaved girl? Would she be a happy n healthy girl? Would I go in peace next time?

I think all mothers out there will know exactly how I feel..

Barney

Okie, I'm a Barney Convert!!! I used to dislike the big purple dino, but when Meia pays absolute attention to it, I've no choice BUT to watch it with her! Haha it is actually quite educational n entertaining I must say.

Guess what I did yesterday to please my daughter???? Ready? It may sound stupid, but anything for Meia...

Yes!

I IMITATED BARNEY'S JUMP (when he says 'its a stuuuuupendous idea!!!!!!)

and what did I landed up with?

I strained my calf muscles.... and I could hear a crack when I turned my waist....

Age is catching up on me... no doubt abt it.

New Word

This little bread lover knows where to find her 'zui ai'... when she's in the kitchen, she'll point to the bread compartment and say 'Blead'...