Posted on Jan 07, 2012 under ashley, family |
Thanks for all your well wishes in my earlier post. Ashley is still coughing and has a runny nose. She skipped school on Friday because her cough was pretty bad.
During the New Year holiday weekend, we decided to check out the Empire Shopping Gallery. That was our 2nd time there. I kinda like this mall because it is not that packed and there are some pretty good stores and eateries there. We had dinner inside Jaya Grocer. I’m sure you would be wondering what kind of restaurant is inside a supermarket eh? Hubs spotted The Four Seasons Restaurant which is famous in Bayswater, London for its BBQ Roast Duck. My dad has been raving about Four Seasons in Bayswater and he never fail to eat there every time he goes to London. Well, I guess there is no need to fly to London now 
The roast duck was good and we will definitely be back for more. Sorry, no pics of the dinner.
Right after dinner time, Ashley spotted the LeX Slide which is the World’s Tallest Indoor Tube Slide. She was so excited and kept bugging us to let her go on the slide. We weren’t that sure we would want her to try it out because the slide is 50 metres ~~ 5 storey high but she was adamant. In the end, we let her have some fun since she said she’s not scared.
This is how the slide looks like. Photo is from google image.
Another photo of the LeX slide via EwinEe.com. I don’t think I dare to slide down.
My little daredevil coming down. I didn’t have a camera with me so I used my handphone to take this blurry photo.
Yay! She did the slide! The first thing she said to me after the ride was “It Was Awesome, Mom“. She wants to go again but we told her next time 
Posted on Jan 05, 2012 under ashley |
Sorry for the lack of post. Been real busy going back to work after the holiday and also getting Ashley ready for her Primary 1. Yesterday was her first day and it was pretty ok. A bit havoc at the school which is normal for the first few days. Ashley has a bad cough which started on Monday. So I would be going to the school until Friday so that I can give her the medication during recess. The weather is pretty bad these days and so many people are sick. Will update more later. See ya!
Posted on Jan 02, 2012 under me, shopping |
Chinese New Year!
Now that the Christmas and New Year celebrations are over, I am so looking forward to ushering in the Year of the Dragon. I followed hubs to a cable wire management store in the neighbourhood recently and was so glad to see FnC (Fun N Cheer) next door. FnC is a shop that sells lots of merchandises from China. When we were there last week, the whole place is filled with Chinese New Year decor items.
I couldn’t resist and bought 2 Red Fabric Lanterns. It cost RM19.90 each. Cheap eh?
I bought a few stalks of fake peonies for my CNY craft. Can’t wait to get started on them
When Ashley saw these Angry Bird angpows (red packets), she asked us to buy for her just because one of them is a girl. I am so not a fan of Angry Birds.
I got this basket from a flower stall at the market yesterday. I’m going to fill it with Mandarin oranges later.
Have you started shopping for Chinese New Year yet?
Posted on Dec 31, 2011 under Uncategorized |
This year has been an okay one for me with some minor ups and downs. As 2011 come to a close, I feel grateful for how this year has turned around. What am I thankful for this year?
I am thankful for the opportunity to spend some time with my besties. Though the time we spent was short, seeing them really brought me lots of joy. They are so special in my life. Eventhough we are all busy with our own lives, we still stay in touch whenever we can. Now, don’t get me wrong that I would be mad if they didn’t. I’m not that sensitive My dear friends know what I am thinking even when I don’t say anything. Some people make presumptions from what they think they see and misjudge me but that’s not important. I know my friends won’t do that.
I am thankful for my very dear buddies who have kept me sane all year. They have endured my crazy rantings and mood swings (online and offline). You know who you are *wink*
I am thankful for my dear readers who have been visiting my blog often. I really appreciate that you took the time to come over and read my posts. Thank you for walking alongside me in my crazy journey as a wife and mother.
Last but not least, I am grateful for my family, especially my husband for all that he does for our family. I am grateful for my beautiful daughter who has grown by leaps and bounds in the past year.
Here’s wishing everyone a very Happy New Year. May lots of Happiness and Good Health be with you throughout 2012!
image via pinterest
Posted on Dec 29, 2011 under family, food, travel |
This is a continuation of our trip to Langkawi recently A must visit place for us each time when we are there is the Nam Restaurant at Bon Ton Resort. I heart this unique resort. It is just minutes drive away from the main beach of Pantai Cenang. A hidden gem if you asked me. Bon Ton is built on the grounds of a 100 year old coconut plantation and features traditional Malay houses that are beautifully restored into luxurious villas, a pool/jacuzzi as well as the Nam restaurant. This restaurant offers a fusion of western and eastern cuisine and is regarded as one of the best restaurants in Langkawi. Food is quite expensive but delicious. Below are some pics of our lovely lunch.
The Nam Restaurant. It overlooks a lotus lagoon. This place is so relaxing. You can see the peak of Mount Mat Cincang on the horizon and I read somewhere that the sunset view is just breathtaking.
Ashley’s Chicken Satay with Mash Potatoes
Chicken Schnitzel
Homemade Fish Fingers
Ms. Talk-A-Lot having her strawberry smoothie.
The private dining room
A sitting area. Love the antique furniture and decors.
Bon Ton Resort and Restaurant is eclectic and full of character. Oh I forgot to add that there are many cats roaming in this place. There are also dogs in a caged compound. It all started when Bon Ton Restaurant in KL began rescuing and sheltering street dogs and cats. So when the owner, Narelle came to open this island branch, she brought the animals along. Thus, the Langkawi Animal Shelter and Sanctuary Foundation (LASSie) was set-up to receive, rehabilitate and care for neglected, abused and needy animals. The cats we saw are so cute and chubby. Ashley had a great time talking to them but you know how cats are. They are so cool and couldn’t be bothered at all *chuckle* We look forward to returning soon.
Posted on Dec 27, 2011 under ashley, being a mom |
In a week’s time, Ashley will be in Primary One. Someone please hand me a tissue please *sniff* I can still remember the day I gave birth to my precious baby. She has grown so much. From a baby who refused to drink milk at the age of 8 months old which resulted in me having to spoon-feed milk to her till she’s 2, my lil missy is now 6.5 going on to 7. Can’t believe she is going to a big school already.
Wearing her uniform for the first time when she went to the school for extra Mandarin classes during the first 3 weeks of the school holiday.
Her school bag for Primary 1. She is into Power Puff Girls now. I also can’t believe how expensive the school bags are these days. It is even more expensive than what we would pay for a year of roadside assistance service. Cannot imagine families with a few school-going kids. Buying school uniforms, shoes, bags,workbooks and stationery are definitely not cheap.
Posted on Dec 23, 2011 under crafts |
When we were in Mid Valley recently, I stumbled upon their Christmas newsletter. Oh how I adore them. The newsletter has a vintage feel to it. They are free for shoppers to take and I found them at the information booth. I took 2 pieces home (should have taken more …hehehehhee).
Nice eh?
The inside of the newsletter. I decided to use one piece for gift-wrapping. I am keeping the other piece. So precious!
All wrapped.
As gift topper, I used a piece of crepe paper from China to create a paper flower. I prefer its texture and thickness. I also used the YRSNÖ ribbon from Ikea to decorate the gift box.
Here is the gift wrapped with Mid Valley newsletter…all ready for the Christmas party
A Mewwy Kwismas To All
Posted on Dec 22, 2011 under Uncategorized |
My mom woke up at around 5am to make these colourful glutinuous rice balls this morning. The whole house was filled with the aroma of pandan leaves which she added into the pot of sugar water. I just had some rice balls and Ashley only wants the pink ones, of course. Have you had your ‘tang yuen’ already?
Happy Dong Zhi / Winter Solstice Festival to you and your family.
Posted on Dec 19, 2011 under crafts |
Christmas is just days away. I better post this up before the Holidays is over. I decided to dress up the tree branches with the little lantern balls I got from Ikea last year.
I also made some stars using toilet paper rolls. Got this craft idea from Pinterest.
My stash of toilet paper rolls
Painted the rolls red
The missy helping me to paint them. As usual, she only wants pink colour.
Once dried, flatten the roll and cut them into 1 inch thick leaves.
Glue the pieces together to form a star shape.
I made a bunch of red, pink and original colour toilet paper roll stars. Used a red ribbon to create a hanger and the stars are ready to be hanged.
Here is my simple Christmas branch decorated with the lantern balls, red ornaments and the d-i-y toilet paper rolls.
Posted on Dec 18, 2011 under accessories, children, shopping |
We went to Sheoh Yan’s favourite mall yesterday – Sunway Pyramid for some last-minute Christmas shopping. One of the must visit shops is of course Cotton On Kids. Right now, they are having a 30% sale on everything. While looking around the store, I saw this RM1 section. I cannot believe my eyes! Hanging on the wall are necklaces, hairbands, wooden alphabets for decorating the room. And the best thing is ……………there is a further 30% off RM1!! Only 70 cents for each item! Here’s what I got.
Sequined Hairband and a flower brooch. The hairband is for Ashley and I think I would be using the brooch myself
Pom pom necklace and Pretty Pink Flower necklace.
Good deal eh? What can you buy with 70 cents nowadays? All these items were priced at RM15 each before the sale. Too bad there are no clothing or socks for RM1. I regret not buying more for my friends’ kids. Not sure if they have the same things at the outlet in 1Utama. Perhaps I should hop over one of these days.
