Wednesday, 31 March 2010
My Birthday Card
2nd Visit to Universal
I took a short nap before the Waterworld show began. After my nap, I felt energised for the rest of the fun. Mummy was surprised that I could watch the shows with much focus, I was really watching them! In fact, we only caught 2 shows - Waterworld and the Shrek in 4D. I didn't wear the special glasses for the 4D show, but I enjoyed it! The loud 'gun shots' at Waterworld didn't startle me too, which Mummy thought I would be clinging onto her when loud sounds were made.
A shot just before the sun ends its day |
Now you know why Mummy's company got the exclusive nights |
I was asleep while waiting for the show to begin |
It was laugh time for everyone... I didn't really understand though |
The carousel was not open |
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Drawing
Monday, 29 March 2010
My Dedication Day
I was dazed by the huge LED screen behind |
My First certificate! |
Pleased with the many toys |
On the 'See-saw" |
Sunday, 28 March 2010
My 1st Birthday Party
It was also a long and tiring day for Mum and Dad. Organising it took lots of preparation and research. This is so to ensure that all adults and children enjoy partying to the max!
Mum and Dad didn't want a party initially. It actualized only after some thoughts and discussions. After all, it is a significant milestone of my life! Mummy doesn't want to look back and regret. Most preparation was therefore quite last minute. And for it being my first year's birthday, there weren't many choices of party types. What's good enough for a one year old birthday party is just, food, cakes, balloons, chocolates, sweets and people!!!
We hope everyone enjoyed the moment as much as we did. It took time and effort for our friends and relatives to come, and we truly appreciate it! Additional credits to: Uncle bear, Auntie Sha and grandparents for helping with area cleaning. Thank you for your labour upon your presence and gifts!
My birthday banner and balloon! I love Eeyore... so that sets the theme. |
The balloons that made many kids happy |
The sweetie corner for everyone! |
My 2 tier cake with 'Pooh and Friends' figurines. Mum had to buy the figurines separately for the baker to decorate on my cake. |
3D cakes never fail to 'wow'. Many were impressed with my cake! So were we. The time spent at the cake shop, discussing the layout, wasn't in vain. |
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Thank you for the pressies! I love the new collection to my wardrobe, toys and bank! Heartfelt thanks to all.
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Venues:If you have a little more budget, you may consider a 'real' birthday party with games, host and entertainment. But for my age, I won't know how to enjoy these yet. Instead, Mummy settled with a simple celebration - A function room booked at grandparents place suited well for this purpose.
The location here seemed a little inconvenient. It looked really fun though.
4. http://202.172.253.76/kids_party.asp
It's baking birthday party at Bakerzin. Mummy likes the idea of kids baking. That's probably where they can express their creativity and reveal they more of their characters through the process. She recalled seeing a class of children attending a baking class at Bakerzin, united square. She made a promise to herself then, that she'll bring me there some day. The little kids looked so so so adorable in their little chiefs wear, with the tall white hat! Anyone interested to join me in another 2 years time? Early collection of interest first. Hee.
5. http://www.grassrootsclub.org.sg/restnrelax.html#childrenThis was where we wanted to hold the party initially. We couldn't because the date we wanted was taken. The rental is reasonable and place looks fun. Booking fees is just for the venue, not a party package. It is simple and was to our intention.
Cakes:6. www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/content/childrens-birthday-cakes
This forum introduces many places where you can get nice children's cakes. Presentably nice, but unsure of the taste.
Other cake shops not in list are:
7. http://202.172.253.76/Kids_cakes.asp
Bakerzin cakes taste good, so will be the birthday cakes, I guess.
8. http://www.pokkafood.com.sg/gauche/Cakes here taste excellent! We're just not sure if they do beautiful children's cake. Will have to check in store on that.
After all the search, we are believers of taste over appearance. Which is why we settled with Pine Garden (http://www.pgcake.com/). One that we're confident and have tried of its taste. Mummy chose a 2 flavoured, 2 tier cake - Orange Zest for children and Lychee Martini for adults. Many said the cake tasted good. That made us, the hosts feels good. Phew!
Food:This is another head cracking moment. Food decides mood. Good food makes people happy. We want our guests to feel happy, so we chose a highly well talked about caterer - Neo Garden (http://www.neogarden.com.sg/ ). Again, many said the food was excellent! Phew x 2!
One of the other good tasting caterer would be:
Their prices are cheaper compared to Neo's. Their food taste wonderful too!
Party stuff and balloons: Party decos and balloons are really expensive. Yet, what is a party without balloons and decos. Mummy made many children happy by giving them balloons to bring home. Here's where to get them:
10. http://www.kidzpartystore.com/ This solely online store offers party stuff at a lower price than those in the malls. However, you'll have to factor in a delivery charge, if not you may do a self collect. This was where Mummy ordered my balloons initially, but on the actual morning, they called to say that the Eeyore balloon we ordered burst during inflation. They have no more stock. Mummy fumed a little and desperately searched for other balloons for the party, which was in 3 hours time. This was where she got them in the end:
11. 116 middle Road, #01-01 to 03
ICB Enterprise House S(188972)
There are 3 party stores side by side. We bought most party stuff there too! Some treats for the goodie bag was bought there too. Wide range and a one stop place that solves your party woes. Helium latex ballon is at $1 each, and Helium Mylar balloon ranges from $6 onwards. Balloons wise, the above shop (kidzpartystore) offers cheaper prices though.
Alright, a long post of research, but hoping it would be of good reference to parents planning a kid's party!
Thursday, 25 March 2010
Thankfulness
Gone are the days of frustrating midnight feeds and rocking me to sleep in the arms. Just for these, I've made first time parenting so easy for Mummy. Not so much of Daddy, because it has always been Mum who wakes up for my snacks and rocks me to sleep. Not to minus points from Daddy, but he has been helpful in other areas.
Sunday, 21 March 2010
Quality Time
So Daddy! It's time to wakie.
Saturday, 20 March 2010
The weather
The weather has been so temperamental these days, on some days the aircon is on for me, and some days not.
Yesterday, Dad had to work late, so Mum picked me from school. She didn't think of getting a cab as she thought she could handle the walk to and fro school. Along the way, it started to drizzle, then to big raindrops. She played with time until the rain subsided a little. Choiceless, school's closing and I've to go, so Mum borrowed an umbrella from the school and we walked home. With me in her arms, together with the added weight of an umbrella and both our bags, the walk was long and 'heavy'.
Me and my pyjamas in support of sunny days... |
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Walking better
My Wobble walks
Stand, Walk and Fall is the unavoidable process for every child. Each time I stood up on my own, I would clap to self-praise. Walking is one of my greatest milestone achieved. Moving forward, I'm gonna start running.
Saturday, 13 March 2010
Straw Drinking
My hearty meal... to be shared with Mum and Dad |
I couldn't get my mouth away from straw because apple juice tastes great! |
Don't get it away Daddy... |
Friday, 12 March 2010
The very Early Learning
My two new academic collection |
Monday, 8 March 2010
Candid moments
For not being able to go school, Mum is home taking care of me today. It's been such a long time since she re-visit her 'Stay At Home Mum' days. While I'm taking my nap, Mummy searched my photo albums to share some of the candid moments taken recently.
Dad says there's something under the bed |
There isn't anything, you're under arrest for lying Arrested! |
Sunday, 7 March 2010
HFMD facts
How is it spread?
Through saliva, nasal discharge, feces, or blister fluid of an infected child. Some sources quoted that it can be spread through air. Not too sure about this though.
What are the symptoms?
- Fever
- Sore throat
- ulcers in mouth, tongue and throat
- rashes on feet, palms and buttocks
- Loss of appetite
Yes. Among the infected statistics, one third are adults.
Friday, 5 March 2010
Enemy HFMD
Red spots on the top of my foot |
On the side of my foot |
And on my palm |
I'm going to be quarantined and stuck to home for a week. No more outings. For now, it's all focus on soothing my discomfort and getting me well.
Dear school, teachers, friends and toys, I'll be back once I've fully recovered... I'll miss you! Hmm... for being unwell and stranded at home, Mum is considering new toys to make me happy. Yipee!
Birthday 'fever'
Dad received this for his birthday, and now Mum |
Mum started work in a new department, it's almost difficult for her to apply leave to care for me. I hope I'll be well for school tomorrow.
Tuesday, 2 March 2010
My bed again
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Daddy was suppose to get me to nap. In the end, he dozed off first. |