Bible Verses

Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" ~ John 14:6

That was the verse that Olivia blurted out when we were doing our weekly grocery shopping at Giant on Sunday. I didn't hear her very clearly the first time and asked her to repeat it a couple of times for me and she did just that with clear precision. Excited that she quoted her first bible verse, I quickly called Elvin and asked her to repeat it. And she did!

I'm so excited that my daughter is going through this phase of her life where she just soaks up everything like a sponge (though it might work against me). It's just amazing to see her come back and say things that she learnt in school, or even imitate her teachers in school. Yes, we started sending her to Juara Cerdik since January this year and it's been delightful for her I think. She's just learning so much.

On top of that, mommy is also learning bible verses and children songs from her too. Now that I've heard her say that verse so many times, it's kinda stuck in my head too! Great stuff.

Exciting times for us too.....will update more in due course.

8 Months ole...

Celine, aka fat fat... is 8 months old today. Time sure flies. She's teething now. Her 2 bottom teeth have sprouted out and now it's time for the top 2! she's been biting me more than Olivia used too... and whenever I shout out in pain, she'll let go and look at me with this "mummy, what r u yelling about?" look and then proceed to give me a grin. Talk about being cheeky! Wonder who she gets that from.

Meanwhile, I've switched jobs and am much happier now, although office is like in town... but it's alright. Olivia, meanwhile, has started school and is adjusting very well to it. I think she secretly loves it although she refuses to admit it out loud.

Okay.. this is just a short post... just to update everyone... will be back with more.. (yah yah.. I know that's what I always say).

Celine...

Celine will be turning 4 months next week... how time flies.. That little girl of mine is really growing up. Okay, maybe some will argue that she's not really that little.. my dear darling younger daughter weighs about 7.3kgs! Talk about gaining weight. Even her paeditrician was suprised to see her healthy weight gain.

She's becoming even more adorable by the day and it really warms my heart to see her give me a toothless grin or smile. She can even laugh out loud! That happens when Elvin plays with her.

Even more heartwarming is the fact that her sister, Olivia, dotes on her. A funny incident happened on Sunday whilst we were at Mid Valley having lunch at a Japanese restaurant. Sitting at a booth, there was space on the seat to put Celine down, so Elvin did just that after carrying her for a while. Olivia, being the big che-che that she is, got a little frantic looking for her sister who was no where in sight. She went " Where's may may?", "Where's may may", "Where's may may" with each following question being said in a higher pitch than the other. We decided to allay her fears by telling her that Celine was actually lying down on the seat. But no after seeing her squirm for a few seconds!

Yah.. I'l try to update u guys soon with pics of Celine.. I know lots of ppl haven't been able to catch a glimpse of her yet... soon guys and gals.. soon..

It's been a long long time

Yes yes I know... it's been a long long time since I last blogged... Daddy has been saying to me "how come there are no new posts on your blog?" I must admit that I've been really busy and having two kids have really kept me on my toes... work has also been rather hectic... okay okay.. no excuses. But hey I'm back!

The past 3 months have been absolutely amazing, trying, hectic, tiring all into one. Baby Celine was born on 14th July 2006 at 7:46 pm..weighing 2.93kg. Time has quickly flew by and now she's almost turning 3 months.. she's a chubby one that girl. I'll be putting up pictures of her soon. Just need to get some stuff installed on my computer.

Olivia's been adjusting well to having a sister around and growing into the role of "che che" or big sister rather nicely. SHe's rather protective over her sister. Loves to hug and kiss her. And is very adamant that someone picks Celine up whenver she cries! I didn't think that she would adjust so well.. but she did. Kudos Olivia!

Breastfeeding has been a challenge as I've been travelling ever since I got back to work. Sadly, Celine has now got to take a mixture of formula and breast milk as my milk bank is gone.. Yup.. that huge supply of stored milk (to those who saw it) is all gone... :( Nonetheless, I'm still persevering and continuing to breastfeed her as long as I can.

Other than that, live's been rather interesting with so many adjustments to make.. new maid, new routine but I guess we're settling in quite nicely..

Alrighty then.. will be back with more updates later...

Happy Belated Birthday Olivia

Olivia turned 2 last week. Had wanted to blog about it but time just got ahead of me. She had a terrific day... went to 1 Utama twice in a day! She definitely enjoyed herself to bits. Time sure flies and she's so different from the time I first laid eyes on her 2 years ago.

She has definitely brought about joy, happiness and laughter to everyone around her.

Happy birthday sweetie. May God continue to bless you abundantly in your years ahead.

Hey there

It's really been a while since I updated my blog.... and I think that the next time would be quite sometime away too... I'm already into my 36th week of pregnancy - after this week, it could be anytime that I pop. Pregnancy this time is different from the last - I haven't really gotten much water retention except for my nose - but it's really less this time. Baby is also kicking harder this time around and perhaps due to age.. I'm feeling more aches and pains everywhere!

Olivia is turning 2 next week... how time flies... she's not so much of an Elmo monster now but a TV monster! One of her greater achievements was to sit through the movie "Over the Hedge" in a cinema... chomping down other ppl's popcorn! I was totally impressed... and so was Elvin.. She's such a cutie... Little Miss Chatterbox... She has definitely grown... so quickly! And soon she will be an elder sister! So much responsibility for a 2 year old....

I definitely am looking forward to Baby's arrival but with that also comes some apprehension wondering whether I would be able to cope... anyhow.. by hook or by crook I have to. Praying very hard for good help as my new maid is coming soon....

Have to sign off now... got to finish up as much stuff as I can before I go off..... till my next update..

Elmo Monster

Olivia was never really interested in television and I didn't want to give her such an early headstart. Recently, I thought to myself, why not buy her a Sesame Street DVD and see whether she would like it or not. Lo and behold, she not only liked it, she totally LOVED it!!! And her fav character of all times is ELMO.

Since then, she has become obsessed with Elmo and would want to watch it over and over again. And lately, when the session has ended and the credits are rolling, she would burst into tears, choked with emotion that ELmo session has ended. Arghs... what have we created? an Elmo monster.

She now has a repetoire of Sesame street DVDs and that is her prized collection. She has a couple of favourites and would insist on watching them over and over again. She has however, learnt quite a fair bit of words and dance moves from the DVDs. She knows that C is for Cookie.

When she watches Elmo, nothing else matters. This obsession has also led to her finally liking soft toys, which in the past she has shown no interest in whatsoever. Her favourite soft toys are ELmo (of course!) and a ladybug (whom she has aptly named bug bug).

So, anyone who is interested in rekindling their childhood memories can always drop by my place to have a session with Olivia and Elmo. Just give me a buzz first!