It's all about me

She's almost 7 months

2010-04-02T20:12:00.000-07:00

See how fast she has grown...and she looks different to me since the first day she was born.

Our house has been getting smaller with all her stuff. Now whenever i go shopping, it's mainly buying her stuff. There are so many things for the babies now, plus all the different brands, one will really be spoilt for choices. Sometimes, it's really difficult to determine which is better. The more expensive one equates good?

Just like babies shoes, will you spend S$50 plus for a so-called good pair of shoes? Recently, i heard of this brand called Pediped. Apparently, some celebrities babies are wearing them. I still wonder if it's worth buying for them. They are more expensive than some of my shoes and my baby will outgrow them real quick.

Expert?

2010-04-02T20:06:00.000-07:00

Now i have gone through the pregnancy phrase, my friends who are pregnant will ask me what they should eat, etc.

Seriously, i am no expert in this area as most are mainly hear say but these are what i ate during my pregnancy:

1. Milk - powdered milk for the pregnant ladies, not fresh milk. I never like plain milk so imagine i got a hard time trying to convince myself that the powdered milk taste good. Even though some brands do have choc flavoured, i still drank the original one.

2. Soup - My mum made me the "si sen" soup once a week cos my aunt says that's good for the baby's lungs and the baby will have a lot of energy.

3. Soya bean milk - my favourite! I have it quite often.

4. Fish - A lot of fish especially cod fish.Don't eat oranges and grapes cos your baby may get a lot of flam in future. I also don't drink bird nest. People say that unless you clean the bird nest very thoroughly, chances of your baby getting asthma is higher.

Prior to my delivery, in order to increase the weight of my baby, i ate quite a bit of durian too. Mao shan wang durian is the best! Don't waste your stomach on not so good quality stuff. That's what i always believe in =D

Counting down - 7 Sep 2009

2010-04-02T20:05:00.000-07:00

As the expected due date gets nearer, i try to eat my favourite food before i am stuck with confinement food. I had ice cream, soft drink, etc. I tried not to have them for the past 9 mths cos not so good for the baby. Anyway, i have not much craving for food for the past 9 mths..my baby eats whatever i eat. That's quite fortunate for my hubby...haha!

I can't imagine how i actually survive my first trimester...not morning sickness but evening sickness. I can eat more for breakfast and totally nothing for dinner. Sometimes, i would force myself to eat some food for dinner...like ham and egg sandwich from Hanis or super unhealthy food like nasi lemak and fried bee hoon with tonnes of chilli. I can't have any veg at all cos i will throw up at night even if it's consumed during lunch. I really dislike that feeling. As the evening sickness kicked in after work, i would sleep around 9pm everyday.

I also began to abstain from a lot of food, like coffee and tea, cold drinks and food, sashimi, and whatever other food that pple say pregnant women can't eat.2nd trimester is the best..appetite regained so i just try to have all the healthy food like fish and veg. The worst is my pimples started popping out like nobody's business...the hormones just went crazy.

I began to start vomitting again at the beginning of my third trimester. Luckily, it only lasted for 2 weeks. I can't eat much for breakfast, but can eat a lot for lunch.I seriously cannot imagine that i have to go through all these again for the next pregnancy. Now i know how tough it is to be a mother.

Heavy Stomach - 7 Sep 2009

2010-04-02T20:03:00.000-07:00

I didn't realised that i have created two post prior to my delivery so i am posting them now

My gynae told me last Sat (at 39 weeks and 3 days) that my baby is about 3 to 3.2kg. Wonder what has caused the weight increased of 200g of my baby. Is it the first week of rest at home as there are no more walking to the MRT station / the office and back home? Or is it the durian that i have been eating the last weekend? In any case, I'll be happy as long as my baby is healthy.Wonder when my baby will come out...expected due date is 9 Sep 09...another 2 more days...but gynae says another few more days after the expected due date is fine as well. Actually I was hoping that she will come out earlier as I would not need to monitor her movement in my womb. I guess maybe she likes the warmth and the food that she has been consuming in my womb.

Time and Tide Waits for No Men

2008-11-23T05:41:00.000-08:00

Whenever i see this phrase, i will associate it with a watch. I have no idea when i start loving watches but it is only admire at this stage, not buy to keep kind...simply because buying watches may burnt a deep hole in my pocket.

Recently, i chance upon my friend's blog and was surprised that he's a watch collector. He doesn't invest in those 5 digit watches, mainly 4 digits kind. I am equally surprised by his knowledge on the different watches. That's when i cannot call myself a watch collector. I am merely attracted to the design of watches, not the history and mechanics behind those watches.

I own 4 watches currently, but none are 4 digit figures...when the price of all 4 watches add up, they do not equate to a 4 digit figure too. I am wondering when i can own such a watch...hopefully soon( i am already eyeing on one already) =D

Woman

2008-06-12T18:35:00.000-07:00

Shopping

I realise i got many pairs of shoes suddenly after i move house...as more space means can buy more. Then realise i buy but never wear...especially those high heels which i need to find occasions to wear. Don't expect me to go shopping with high heels. I think i will just die.

I guess girls can also own tonnes of bags. I try not to as i always tend to only carry that few. I only like bags which i can put a water bottle, an umbrella, a book, tissue and my wallet...so a tote will be good. To me, small handbags are just for special occasion cos they are not handy at all.

Facial

I never try to do facial before cos i feel once you start you will not stop. I also don't like to put on make-up cos i feel it's a waste of time and money. My cosmetics can just stay in my cupboard for more than a year...sometimes i just can't find any reasons to buy new ones...how come i can't finish a small cheek powder.

When the first impression counts, you just can't stop spending the time and money to try and make yourself look the best. I just feel that people nowadays are more critical of what you wear and how you look. Perhaps the consolation of spending that kind of time and money is building up your own self-confidence. For me, i just need some retail therapy to make myself happy =D

More desserts

2008-06-11T07:05:00.000-07:00

Suddenly feel like having some sweet stuff...went to Cedele to try their sea salt caramel ice cream (which taste quite good as it has chunks of salted almond in it) and then got my favourite carrot cake and chocolate banana espresso cake.

I love carrot cake...but not those fried ones. What i meant is the one on the right...the lemon cheese frosting is yummy with the cinnamon carrot cake. The chocolate banana espresso is super sinful too...but i have both cakes all to myself at one go.

I love desserts but i can't stand those desserts that are too sweet. Like the donuts at J.Co, they are super unbearable! The dough is soft but the coating and the filling inside is too sweet.

I have just tried them the first time and i think it shall be the last time. Even my brother and sister who love donuts don't like the J. Co ones.

The "wei da" mamas

2008-05-11T07:48:00.001-07:00

My sis and i have organised a gathering at my grandma's house today. We have Jane's Cake Station durian and chocolate cakes.

Durian cake not so fantastic...in fact, i think Goodwood Park is still the best, following by Emicakes. I shall attempt to make my own durian cake the next time round...dump in all the pure durian flesh.

The chocolate cake is not too bad...rich and not sweet. But some of my cousins don't like as they don't like the jelly-like texture. It's a bit like Awfully Chocolate. I guess they prefer the super dense and sweet kind. Coming back to mothers...I think all mothers are really very wei da. They give the best to their kids. Of course, our dads are wei da as well but i think the unconditional love provided by mums are much more than dads.

I have been very fortunate as my mum has been the one taking care of me since i was born. She was a full-time house maker till i was 23. She has been the one taking care of my meals, washing and ironing my clothes (actually till i got married). So she has spent a huge part of her life looking after me and my siblings. I seriously can't imagine that i have to do that as well if i have my kids next time.

Mother's Day

2008-05-11T07:42:00.000-07:00

To avoid the crowd, i had dinner with my family last sun at the Jumbo Seafood. As usual, when it comes to seafood, i can only "see food". Actually, i am allergic to seafood but selected ones. The most no-no i can't touch will be prawn and crab. My throst itch and rashes will start to appear around my mouth and palms if i touch them. For the rest of the seafood, sometimes my throat will itch and i will need to eat a lot of stuff just to get rid of the itch.

Super hot!

2008-05-06T07:48:00.000-07:00

It has super hot since last week...the effect of crazy weather...continous rain a month ago and now the scorching sun...in fact i prefer the sun as it means more business for my husband!

Can't believe my eyes when i saw a scoop of haagen-dazs ice cream cost S$5.50, two scoops $9.50. Just when did they increase the price? I thought it was expensive already but now it's worse! I guess i shall just stick to homemade ice cream (me /my husband's own creation). I have been a great supporter of our local homemade ice cream. =D

As mention in my last post, i shall update you about the chiffon cake from Pine Garden. It is not too bad...considering the cheap pricing too. As mother's day is round the corner, i have also placed order for the chocolate cake and durian cake from Jane's Cake Station. It has been almost 3 years since i tried their chocolate cake...just craving for it now!

Yummiest Desserts

2008-04-29T06:03:00.000-07:00

Have you read the Sunday Times 2 or 3 weeks ago when they introduce the 50 yummiest cakes? Desserts are my favourite but i have cut down a lot cos i can hardly find the right kakis to share the "sins" with me...my husband will only touch a fifth of the dessert if i go with him, so i will end up having all the fats.

I have personally tried at least half of those yummiest cakes...the chocolate cakes are simply my favourite...especially the one from Jane Cake Station. However, it has been at least 2 years since i ate their cake as it's a bit inconvenient for me. Where is the most sinful chocolate cake i have come across? The seven layer chocolate cake at Seah Street Deli. This is not featured in the article. Perhaps you won't want to eat chocolate anymore after you have that..haha!

I just went to Pine Gardens today. I have seen articles on their creative cakes, like the lychee martini, and also their popular blackforest cake and chiffon cake, so i decided to have those. The lychee martini cake is refreshing cos of the lychees but there is not much of the vodka or martini liquor in it. The blackforest cake is good as the cherry has been soaked in kirsh or some other cherry liquor. I hate those that just use those cherry soaked in plain syrup. I always believe in QUALITY!

I have yet tried the chiffon cake as i decide to share with my colleagues tomorrow...will definitely give an update in my next entry.

I love dessert and also try to make my own, but i am lazy, just like when it comes to updating my blog. Problem with making my own dessert is that i don't like to eat them, no matter how good they are...i only sample them to make sure they are good...haha!

I just made the tiramisu recently. I have not made since a few months ago...that is the only dessert that i made most often as you don't need an oven at all. I'm just wondering now what dessert i am going to make next.

Gentlemen

2007-11-22T06:45:00.000-08:00

I think it's really difficult to find a gentleman in Singapore nowadays...
1) never offer to hold the door for a lady; worse, it just smack right in front of a lady's face;
2) never let the ladies out of the lift first
3) snatch seats with ladies on the MRT or buses.

These are just some examples. I think i can just experience a few a day. Maybe the ladies are just too used to such men's behaviour in Singapore! Are we going to be the less graceful lady who may need to snatch seats with man or are we going to be the nasty ladies who will just tell the man off when his action is really unreasonable?

My sis was just telling me how these a man (together with his male partner) snatched her carpark lot a few days ago when there were a lot of other cars around waiting for carpark lots. She had to approach the 2 men to tell them how ungentlemanly, unreasonable, etc. they were. Even though they knew they had snatched a lady's rightful carpark lot, they did not even say sorry or move out of the lot utimately.

Guess what my sis had done. Open their car door, told them off and then banged their car door. Guess what i would have done if i were my sis? I would use my lipstick and paint words on their windscreen to make everyone know how bad the car driver was. Never offend me or you will just get it from me! I believe in teaching them such lessons.

Hate the morning crowd

2007-10-04T06:08:00.000-07:00

I hate to take the MRT at around 8am...it's just too many people. Can you imagine sometimes i can't even board the MRT even though i am at Bedok? Even if i did, i hate the following kinds of people:
1) those who like to cross leg - when there are already so many people standing around, can't these people be more considerate?
2) those who like to swing their long hair around when there are people standing so close behind you...simply irritating!
3) those who just simply refused to move into the middle of the cabin...can you imagine if you are the ones who can't get on the MRT?

Why can't people be more considerate when taking the public transport especially during the peak periods?

I do wish i can leave home just 15 mins earlier every morning because the MRT will be slightly less crowded but it means i will be losing 15 mins of my beauty sleep.

Activities and more activities

2007-08-20T22:05:00.001-07:00

I try my best not to touch the computer when i get home...that explains why i seldom blog nowadays. Moreover, too many activities to keep me occupied.

First, just returned from Taipei two weeks ago. I shall post some photos shortly.
Second, went to apply for the HDB flat...got queue no. that is 5000+. Over 10,000 applicants but only 350 houses available.
Third, fell ill last week.
Fourth, went to try on bridal gown.
Fifth, going to see resale flats...faint...most places asking for so much cash on top of valuation.

More things coming up...preparation for wedding, looking for house, etc...so that's pretty much going to keep me occupied for the next five months.

Carrot Cake

2007-07-08T05:55:00.000-07:00

I went to the Project Shop Cafe at Paragon yesterday. This was my first time there and after running through the menu, i decided to order a slice of carrot cake (which was one of my favourite dessert). The prices of their cakes were not shown on the menu but i thought it would cost at most S$7. To my surprise, it reflected $8.80 on my bill. I have never eaten a slice of carrot cake which cost so much. It does taste good but i don't think it warrants me to pay $10 (after service charge and GST) for just a slice. Perhaps it's telling me that it's time for me to bake my own carrot cake =D

I love the cinnamon taste and the lemon cheese frosting on the carrot cake. I guess i am just a cinnamon lover. I love cinnamon buns but it's difficult to find those soft cinnamon buns nowadays. I can only get them from Simply Bread, one of my favourite bakery. I remember there used to be a shop at Parco Bugis and Great World City which sells soft cinnamon buns but both have closed down already.

Meeting up sessions

2007-07-08T05:37:00.000-07:00

I have been meeting up with friends at least once a week since i return from UK. Meeting up for me means not only catching up with friends but also gaining extra calories. We tend to go for dessert / drink even after a heavy meal. I think i am reaching a point whereby i just want to eat simple food like mixed vegetables and rice.

Yuppy! No more meeting up sessions for me till end of this month. It's time now for me to "cleanse my digestive system".=D

Sentosa

2007-07-01T08:25:00.000-07:00

I think it has been almost a year and a half since i have last been to Sentosa. It has indeed changed quite a bit. I was quite impressed by the Siloso Beach Resort. It is really beautiful inside, especially the waterfall, the pool and the seaside scenery.

Fans of Durian

2007-06-10T05:11:00.000-07:00

My family, including my grandma and relatives, simply love durians. Since it's my grandma's birthday yesterday, i made a durian ice cream cake for her. Anyone who wish to taste the ice cream cake will have to order from me. I do charge a premium for that...hehe =D
We also celebrate my sis birthday at the same time...but too bad the cake that i made for my sis got flattened before it reach my grandma's house. Sorry sis!

Money

2007-06-06T09:43:00.000-07:00

Can money buy happiness? Is money forever so important in our lives?

Sometimes it can be a real headache, especially when i don't understand why some elderly people are just so particular about it. They can't even bury those money in their coffins, so why can't they just be more generous about it? They should be using their money to enjoy their lives now. I feel that life is short. We should just live it to the fullest while we can.

Donuts

2007-06-06T09:22:00.000-07:00

So what's the craze about donuts in Singapore? Is it going to be another passing fad like bubble tea or Rotiboy buns? Personally i don't like donuts because they are simply too unhealthy...deep fried and super sweet.
At the request of my sis, my bf got a box of Krispy Kreme donuts from Australia. I think they taste better than the donuts here. I have never heard of Krispy Kreme till i was in London when my friend first introduced it to me. I love the one which has chocolate coating with custard filling.

Weekend

2007-05-27T09:51:00.000-07:00

How i spend this weekend? I went shopping (as there is Great Singapore Sale) and of course, going around to find good food.

I have my brunch at Cheong Fun House today. They make a lot of different kinds of cheong fun such as durian, mango, strawberry, unagi, scallop, lobster, etc. The durian and the char siew cheong fun are my favourite!

I have peanut toast and kopi at tea time. Think i am now addicted to Yuan Yang and Kopi.This is the seafood pasta that my bf has ordered at Pasta de Waraku at The Central. This Waraku outlet specialises in japanese pasta only. Not too bad.

Mothers' Day

2007-05-23T09:37:00.000-07:00

To celebrate Mothers' Day this year, we went to get our mum her favourite Durian cake from the Goodwood Park Hotel. However, this time round, we decided to try something different and get her the Durian Pandan Coconut cake instead.

The cake consists of alternate layers of durian flesh and pandan sponge cake. I didn't know that durian, pandan and coconut can go so well together =D

Flea market

2007-05-23T09:22:00.000-07:00

I have never been to a flea market in Singapore before but i have heard of it. I went to the one just outside Orchard Cineleisure as Jamie had a store there selling some clothes.

Genting Highlands

2007-05-23T08:53:00.000-07:00

I think the last time i went to Genting Highlands was at age 13. This is my second time there with my family including my uncles and aunties.

What can we do at Genting other than gamble? Eat, shop and watch movie!

My sis having the Marrybrown chicken. It's similar to KFC but doesn't taste as good as KFC.

This is our late night dessert at Baskin Robbins:

My favourite bakery

2007-05-23T08:43:00.000-07:00

Once you have tried the breads in Provence, you would fall in love with them. I love the breads here because they are soft and taste really good. I have been craving for their bread since i came back from London.

Provence offers a wide variety of breads and my favourites are the small chocolate wassant (photo below) and the blueberry cheesecake bread.

You must call to reserve the chocolate wassants (a packet of 10) to ensure that you won't come home empty-handed.

Coffee Lover

2007-05-23T08:34:00.000-07:00

I am a coffee lover but i limit myself to a maximum of 2 cups of coffee a day. Given a choice of a coffee place such as Starbucks or Coffee Bean, i would ask for TCC instead. Not only do they serve great coffee, they serve great dessert too!

This is their iced mint mocha.

A New Blog with A New Look!

2007-05-23T07:35:00.000-07:00

I have just managed to find the time to do up my new blog today. I have decided to give my new blog a new look. My new chapter in Singapore after i return from London on 4 April 2007 =D