You've got a friend in me - by Yx and Papa

In Sep 2017, I was in awe of this dad-daughter duet.

So I attempted to emulate this a few days ago. Before you watch, I must inform you that it doesn't sound flattering at all. Really novice attempt cos I had just practised the intro for 10-15 mins?

We can do better! =)

T-3 weeks!

Visited the gynae yesterday. Baby is 36w+, growing well. Gynae said baby will be heavier than 2.5kg when born. A piece of great news :)

An update on the things to be done before delivery!


DONE!

• New milk bottles - bought
• Confinement Nanny - booked
• Post-partum massage - booked 
• Post-partum herbal package - booked
• New wardrobe - installed and cleaned
• Bought diapers (166 pieces, NB size)
• Cleared my IPPT woohoo! 
• Today: Serviced car and changed battery!
• Tote bag for check-in: Considered done.

NEED TO BE DONE:

1) Decide on baby's name

2) Buy infant milk powder - this Friday ok got double GST

3) Baby clothes and stuff - inside a container, need to wash and sun. Will do it this weekend!

4) Collect Msia VEP: Thursday!

5) Finish watching GOT Season 4 - 4 more episodes!

6) Cut hair - today!


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Excited yet nervous! PRAYING FOR Delivery after 39w! =)

T-5 weeks!

Starting to feel nervous!!!

Mental checklist:

• Confinement Nanny - done
• Post-partum massage - done
• Post-partum herbal package - done
• Payment for hospital bill - should be using Stanchart Manhatten 
• Baby clothes and stuff - inside a container, need to wash and sun. Will do it next week after our new wardrobe is delivered and assembled.

NEED TO BE DONE:

1) Decide on baby's name
2) Pack tote bag for check-in
3) Buy diapers
2) Buy infant milk powder

ANYTHING ELSE IMPORTANT???

Cc: Thanks @Nikki for the reminder! =)

Steamed minced pork with egg 猪肉碎蒸鸡蛋

For keeps.


猪肉碎蒸鸡蛋

- 300g minced meat
- 3 eggs + 1 salted egg
- 2 tbsp water
- Salt, light soya sauce, pinch of pepper

Steam for 20 mins or till cooked through.

Food guessing with yx

So this conversation happened one weekday evening at my parents' place:

Me to yx: "What yummy food did nai nai cook?"

With a look of guilt, Yx replied: "I don't want to tell you!" She said this repeatedly, holding up both hands signalling me to stop asking. I recognised this face and tone, and guessed immediately that my mom had given yx so-called "prohibited food" and suggested that she not tell us.

I continued to probe: "Is it pork floss?"

Yx: "I don't want to tell you!"

Me: "Is it raisin?"

"I don't want to tell you!"

"Ok let me guess. Is it crispy?"

"Yes."

"Is it brown?"

"Yes."

"Is it chicken?"

"No."

Then, Yx suddenly looked up and asked me, "What is french fries made of?"

I replied, "Potato."

Yx: "How about pork floss?"

"Pork."

Yx: "Uh yes, it's made of pork."

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Lol... she told me the answer indirectly... The cute innocence of kids... 

Proud moment of 2019

Sleepy look cos woke up early.

Prize award ceremony for an annual competition organised by WSHC for the 11th year running.

Total of 1,401 entries received and I got a Silver award!
National level award leh, don't pray pray!

Actually didn't think I'd win. I submitted an entry because the first few entries would receive $10 voucher lol (#yesIamcheapskate). But well, I have always enjoyed writing poems (and think I have a flair in). As I drafted my submission, I felt a stronger and stronger desire to do it well. I desired to pen down the challenges and safety hazards my ex-team of technicians face at work everyday - and if my poem was selected as a winner, I would be able to share it as general awareness to the public, so as to educate them to be more appreciate of the efficiency of public transport, and the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. And I know them best, having being at the helm for a number of years at $MRT, and not forgetting my ground experience of being a technician myself during NS.

Would have loved for my family to be present to witness my proud moment, but to reach Gardens by the Bay East by 8.30am on a Saturday was too early. Lucky they didn't, cos it rained during the event and the shuttle bus service was badly coordinated I had to step in... anyway. Am $1k richer, yay :)

If you'd like to read my winning entry:

If you'd like more info on the competition:
https://www.wshc.sg/wps/portal/!ut/p/a1/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfGjzOJ9_E1MjByDDbzdPUIMDRyNfA08QsyNDYPNTIAKInErcA4zJk6_AQ7gaEBIf7h-FD4lYBeAFeCxwks_Kj0nPwns3UjHvCRji3T9qKLUtNSi1CK90iKgcEZJSUGxlaqBqkF5ebleen5-ek6qXnJ-rqoBNi0Z-cUl-hGoKvULckMjDLJMc8p8HBUBf10x_A!!/dl5/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?action=cmsPublicView&cmsId=C-2014091001125&tabId=C-2014091101303

LO again lo...

Surprised to be involved as LO (again) this year. Out of 6 from my Div, I was the only one who's served as LO before. Nonetheless, I enjoyed the experience and camaraderie!

We would be running from place to place doing ushering, opening of doors and leading them to washrooms/smoking corners... rush to wait and wait to rush.... complain about the poorly organised logistics and transport arrangements...
But every time we are needed, every time we appeared in front of our delegates, we made sure we put on a smile and be the best hosts possible for our organisation. No one ever said he/she hated this job. The team spirit was observable and admirable.

One Voice!

Despite having little sleep, I woke up in the mornings feeling energized and excited... and I realised how boring my usual work is.