The world is on my shoulders

Last March 5, my hubby and colleagues had a chalet (its like you rent a place and sleepover) at Pasir Ris but with 6 staff sharing one room, I THOUGHT we were going home in the evening. So.. I just packed on the same day we were going. We got there, and hubby asked me if I had brought my toothbrush. "Huh? toothbrush...?" and all there it goes, all my thoughts and worries, I didn't bring enough milk powder, I have limited bottle and I don't have enough to use for tomorrow, what food can she eat, clothes, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera! After a few hours, I couldn't take it anymore, I went back home WITH Simone (because they were busy preparing) carried her in my sling to and fro. I washed bottles, sterilized, prepared clothes and other things while carrying her and went back all the way to the chalet. Whew!!!!

I finally had my long awaited Pad thai dinner at The Basil Inn, sharing with Simone but she really doesn't want to be spoon-fed anymore. Just imagine all the mess.

I can't blame her, it's really good!

Whatever, she's being independent never mind the mess! I love the place! Pad thai only cost S$6, compare to The Bangkok Jam's S$11(?) no frills. Now that will be my go-to Thai fix in a budget!

I still had to entertain her the whole night because hubby is busy with his guests and all. yup, same thing done in a different place. The next day we went to Wild Wild Wet while the rest went to Pulau Ubin, we have a free pass yay! It's not really for young kids, the cement on the pools are rough, not like those tiles from normal pools. She just like to walk in the water but I had to be extra careful because she might slip and instantly get  bloody wound.

I think this is my best shot.

Excuse my fringe, my momma cut it haha.

"Mom, can we finally go now..?"

Of course with me.

I'm thinking of buying her a new swimsuit, since she would alternate 2, but I personally think they are already overused! Mmkay searching now...

Tootles,

Shiela

How do you discipline your child?

Few days ago, my hubby and I met up with our couple friends who has an infant. We were eating at a Hawker Center and Simone was in her pram. She managed to reach and touch the satay on the table and my girl friend firmly grabbed her hand and said, "No! No! No!" Thus refused to let go of Simone's hand. Of course my daughter felt scared and she cried so hard, thought she was being scolded by some stranger (*grunts*) I picked her up and walked her. When we returned to our table, Simone was still a bit wailing when she saw my girl friend, and the latter said , "No..no... Don't cry!" in a stern voice with matching pointing of her finger. Uhm, do you think she will still be happy to see you..? She was just curious about the satay:) No harm intended right? Why scold?

Well, i just kept quiet the whole time because mainly:
1.She will not understand it yet if i explain to her
2. She might get offended.
3. We are not that close.
4. I just might say something I might regret. 

I told myself if there will be a third time then that's it. Am I being too protective? Well first of all I don't even do that to her! Why would some other person? Disciplining a child is not about scolding nor spanking them not even scaring them! I'm just so upset deep inside. 

Ranting,
shiela

My Happy Cheap Finds

Happy 14th month to my Simmie today! I did some major cardio today, if you know what i mean girls! Well, it was more of walking. I walked from Newton MRT station to Balmoral Crescent, and from there to Scotts Road, took Orchard MRT to Plaza Singapura! I don't really know how many miles i walked but OMG i was just exhausted. At least i was able to explore Bukit Timah area.

Anyway, are you guys into 2nd hand stuff? It all started when i was looking for this particular mushroom play tent from Cotton On Kids that was sold last November-December of last year and I was not able to purchase (all because of my stinginess that would haunt me!)  I searched forever and nothing until one day i found one at www.gumtree.sg BUT it is second hand. Whatever, I didn't care and contacted the seller right away. Got it at s$15. Here's the tent:

It looks brand new. 

Aha! Something's not right in this picture!

Today, I picked up a Mega Bloks Play N' Go Activity Table. I can't find them anywhere in Singapore but this. It cost me $15. Found it at Gumtree too! Oh nooooo. I'm gonna be stuck in this site finding cheap thrills!!!! I love it! I don't ever have to be guilty buying such expensive toys that would eventually be thrown out by Simone. Haha. Everything in Singapore is just expensive (well except luxury things) Trust me!

Not bad right? I want to buy more bloks for this table!

Went to Plaza Singapura to meet my hubby and asked him to bring it home haha. Went for a stroll at Cotton On Kids and guess what- they're on sale!!!! $7 each for these tank tops and $15 for the cute heart denim shorts! They're all 50% off yay! Wow, I wished they had these in adult sizes! too cute!

How cute are the shorts?!!

Also bought a cute Sofia the First book with a writing thing for $15.60. Not bad. John Little has a small Baby Fair going on and found it there.

My stroll won't be complete without going to Daiso LOL. Bought this pink book/magazine rack for Simone's growing number of books!!! She has a collection already. Counting Kisses book is so far our favorite!

An organized book rack for now.

Yes, everything is for Simone! Momma has none and is dead tired today! But a happy one! 

xx, 

Shiela

Smart baby

We are all proud of our own bundle of joy.   Last february 24, i officially declared that Simone can fully understand and follow directions.

 1st incident:

Me: 'Simmie, get baby(stuffed toy) and give to daddy.'

*Simone goes to the toy and picks it up, gave it to her dad.

2nd Incident:

 Simone goes to the room and climbed to the bed

Me: 'simmie, come down and follow mommy.' 

And she did. 

February 25, she went up to me, carrying an empty clean bottle, put inside her mouth and gave it to me. She wants milk. Oh my god!!!! The next thing you know she's already talking!

She already knows our routines too.

Today, when we woke up, she went down from the bed and turned off the fan. cute.
Everytime she bathes, I will ask her, "Let's go? finished?" and she will stand up and wait for me to lift her. She will also ask me to read books before we sleep! oh my...

Time flies. Literally.

xx,
shiela

A little girl can never have too many shoes!

What would you do if you see a clearance sale of toddler shoes but you think you already have enough? Ding ding ding ding!!!!

Well, i just made some investments for the future. 

Cute aren't they? All from George at John Little in Plaza Singapura

Hahaha! Yes they're investments! I bought 4pairs in big sizes. Now she is just almost size 21 but i bought 22 and 23. Got them from George in Plaza Singapura. Deal is buy one take one (lower priced item will be the free) so the 2 higher priced items i got cost s$25 each, became s$12.50 each, and take home another 2 pairs:) total cost is s$25 for 4 pairs so it's like s$6.25 each pair. i'm sooo happy.

I bought three other pairs recently and yup another 4 is kind of over the top but its fine as she won't get to use it till maybe late this year. 

Zebra print high-cut sneakers from H&M

White sandals from George

Minnie Mouse sneakers from George

Ohhh. Now where can i find some metallic flats? Her bronze and gold shoes were still soft soles. 

Meanwhile, here is my OOTD 

Nothing branded except my Doc Martens in cherry red

Mother and daughter OOTD

Tried various hats at H&M and this is the only one she didn't throw lol

Played a bit at 313 Somerset playground

That's all for now.

tootles!

shiela

Port Of Lost Wonder

I've been dying to bring Simone to Port Of Lost Wonder in Sentosa for the last few months and I figured I'd bring her there on my birthday (so that hubby won't contradict me- he def won't go there because its too far) and I'm just so happy I did! You won't believe how much it cost: $10(weekday) minus $2(NTUC member) =$8!! Super worth it.

Its a huge ship! 

Simone starting to enjoy

grumpy-but-having-fun

You can't disturb her now.

Father & daughter

Fambam pic

That's a fold not fats!! hahaha defensive!

Unfortunately, Simone is too young to participate in their activities but whatevs! We'll definitely be regulars here!!! 

XX

shiela

I'm Alive!!!!!!

hellooooo! i'm still breathing!

I finally have the time to blog again. Let me explain.

We are here in Singapore again, and I live alone with my daughter during the day (hubby leaves 9am and comes home 11pm:( and in-laws leave at 5am and come home at 10pm) that's why I'm crazy busy.
Even if hubby is off day, I still do the work, not complaining though, he needs to rest too and I know Simone's routine already, so playtime and bath time are his contributions.

I wish i had created this blog waay back when she was born so I have something to look back, but yeah it's never too late!

Today, we just hanged out all day at home and played at the playground.


Made these yummy sweet potato fries (but they're baked)!!!! I mixed Extra virgin olive oil, raw sugar and cinnamon and dipped the taters, put them on a baking tray, drizzled the leftover oil and yumyum!

Simone after drinking her smoothieeeee. She has scab on one side of her nose because yesterday at the playground she tripped herself and fell. and rolled (weird) 

Her BFF for the day. they were laughing at each other super cutieeee

Hubby came home and surprised me with this!!! well its a belated birthday gift. I told him I still want a Hurom juicer. haha

A day well spent. 

XX

shiela