After a good night's rest and yummy dinner (thanks to Uncle Ramli and Aunty Mus for their generosity and warmth!) we woke up to a breakfast meal fit for a king, literally! There was so much food and still Uncle Ramli wanted to bring us out for brunch! And he being in the Force back in the day, we weren't likely to decline! =D
After having our breakfast, we headed out to brunch at a nearby foodcourt. Here we have a 60ish year old retiree chasing us around taking our orders and barking (ok he has a very gruffy voice, k?) at us to just sit our a$$ down, GUARDING the kiosk to make sure he gets to pay.. we just laughed at him and silently obliged... Afterall, when Uncle Ramli 'barks' no one dares to go against him!
Soon after yet another hearty meal, we tailed along with Uncle Ramli to 'Big Splash' located at East Coast Park (which is probly 10km long, btw) where Lillyputt indoor mini golf course is. Then they left leaving us to explore the place to our hearts content.
Amer decided to head into the city and walk around and that's what we did. Found a public carpark and headed off on foot from Orchard Road all the way to Merlin Sq! Man it was a very long and tiring walk but the boys enjoyed it and so did we.. I love how they have proper and spacious sidewalks and working traffic lights for pedestrians.. Our safety is ensured!
Towards evening, we drove back to East Coast Park and took a slow stroll while enjoying the breeze.. There were a lot of people there - some were jogging, others cycling and rollerblading. It's such a nice hangout place for families there were even some who set up tents and had a night picnic and barbeque..
Boys were too tired to continue so we headed back to Uncle Ramli's and put them to bed. I was exhausted but had to have some of Aunty Mus' delicious meals first before zoning out! =D Tomorrow's another fun day!
Friday, June 13, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Our Singapore Trip Day 1
We recently drove to Singapore for a short holiday and it wasn't as bad as I thought the trip would be. The boys behaved well most of the way plus I fell asleep for an hour or so =D
When we arrived, Hubby and I realized our lines have no auto-roaming! So we couldn't call his uncle (whom we're staying with) and it was impossible to look for a public phone in this time of handphone frenzy days. The best thing was we didn't have much Singaporean money with us and Hubby didn't contact the bank beforehand so he couldn't withdraw any money!!
We ended up driving round and round trying to look for a place to change our notes into some coins and make that call. So first we found a 7-11 and managed to get some coins then our next mission was to look for a pay phone!
Hubby decided to park the car and take a walk since the boys were starting to get fidgety. After a while, we finally find a payphone at the public swimming pool! Soon enough, his uncle and aunt came to our rescue! Thankfully they lived nearby (and also Singapore being a generally small place..) we didn't wait very long.
Sad to say our first day was spent looking for a bank, changing money, payphone hunting and being rescued! =D
I was looking forward for the next day!
When we arrived, Hubby and I realized our lines have no auto-roaming! So we couldn't call his uncle (whom we're staying with) and it was impossible to look for a public phone in this time of handphone frenzy days. The best thing was we didn't have much Singaporean money with us and Hubby didn't contact the bank beforehand so he couldn't withdraw any money!!
We ended up driving round and round trying to look for a place to change our notes into some coins and make that call. So first we found a 7-11 and managed to get some coins then our next mission was to look for a pay phone!
Hubby decided to park the car and take a walk since the boys were starting to get fidgety. After a while, we finally find a payphone at the public swimming pool! Soon enough, his uncle and aunt came to our rescue! Thankfully they lived nearby (and also Singapore being a generally small place..) we didn't wait very long.
Sad to say our first day was spent looking for a bank, changing money, payphone hunting and being rescued! =D
I was looking forward for the next day!
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Ubah Gaya Hidup...
Like a lot of Malaysians out there, we too are deeply affected by the recent petrol price hike, increasing cost of daily products and food in general.. Ubah gaya hidup? We control our rounds of eating out which eventually leads to driving out less and refrain from buying unnecessary items..
Having two young children however, compromising on their daily intake of healthy food is not an option. They need their milk, poultry, fish, fruits and vege. Thankfully my boys aren't dependent on formula milk (they only drink UHT Full Cream milk) and by cooking their meals myself, I know what goes into their foods. Ubah gaya hidup? It wouldn't be such an issue if the prices would stop going up!
I've already cut down on using disposable diapers in the day and bought Kd microfibre inserts and washable polyester diaper covers to save $$ and be kinder to the environment. Not only that, I've recently been bitten by the DIY household cleaning bug by using baking soda, lemons, vinegar etc.. They're so much cheaper and cleaner without the harmful chemicals, making them safer to use. Ubah gaya hidup? Yeah for the sake of our dear planet earth...
One thing that bothers both me and Hubby (and everyone else, of course) is the price of petrol. We drive a 45lt tank which adds up to about RM121.50 for a full tank and RM60.75 for a half tank! How long do you suppose half a tank would last us? We can't possibly walk Khalis to school and definitely won't change to a smaller car as our boys need to be in their carseats. Ubah gaya hidup? Well..can we really compromise the safety of our children whilst we're driving on the road? I absolutely won't be able to drive with a peace of mind especially when they start monkeying around in the car which may lead to a crash or even eeek! DEATH! (yes yes I'm very dramatic)
I honestly think we're living as simple as life can get. Ubah gaya hidup? Or kick our sleeping yet money sucking gov fellows in the bum and have them do something right!
Having two young children however, compromising on their daily intake of healthy food is not an option. They need their milk, poultry, fish, fruits and vege. Thankfully my boys aren't dependent on formula milk (they only drink UHT Full Cream milk) and by cooking their meals myself, I know what goes into their foods. Ubah gaya hidup? It wouldn't be such an issue if the prices would stop going up!
I've already cut down on using disposable diapers in the day and bought Kd microfibre inserts and washable polyester diaper covers to save $$ and be kinder to the environment. Not only that, I've recently been bitten by the DIY household cleaning bug by using baking soda, lemons, vinegar etc.. They're so much cheaper and cleaner without the harmful chemicals, making them safer to use. Ubah gaya hidup? Yeah for the sake of our dear planet earth...
One thing that bothers both me and Hubby (and everyone else, of course) is the price of petrol. We drive a 45lt tank which adds up to about RM121.50 for a full tank and RM60.75 for a half tank! How long do you suppose half a tank would last us? We can't possibly walk Khalis to school and definitely won't change to a smaller car as our boys need to be in their carseats. Ubah gaya hidup? Well..can we really compromise the safety of our children whilst we're driving on the road? I absolutely won't be able to drive with a peace of mind especially when they start monkeying around in the car which may lead to a crash or even eeek! DEATH! (yes yes I'm very dramatic)
I honestly think we're living as simple as life can get. Ubah gaya hidup? Or kick our sleeping yet money sucking gov fellows in the bum and have them do something right!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
My Godbrother Pt2
Paul finally replies my e-mail and even included his mobile number. I was so glad to know that he's doing fine and setting yet another business. As impatient as I am, I quickly called him but to my surprise; it was the wrong number!!
I ended up playing a Mastermind game.. Only this time I was rearranging the mobile number he gave me instead of coloured pins.. I must have called a bezillion numbers when I finally hit the right one.. and yes I probly would have lost the game! =D
At last I was able to talk to my long lost godbrother and we picked up where we left off... It was amazing how we could still poke at each other and have a good laugh. It felt really good talking to him again and we ought to meet up soon!
I ended up playing a Mastermind game.. Only this time I was rearranging the mobile number he gave me instead of coloured pins.. I must have called a bezillion numbers when I finally hit the right one.. and yes I probly would have lost the game! =D
At last I was able to talk to my long lost godbrother and we picked up where we left off... It was amazing how we could still poke at each other and have a good laugh. It felt really good talking to him again and we ought to meet up soon!
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