Life is good

The past 13 months have been for the lack of better word, simply Incredible with the capital “I”. There were definitely moments of “low”, but those moments are simply nothing compared to the joy and laughter that they bring. We are so very blessed to have our precious miracle twinkies in our life.
They never fail to amaze me. Every. Single. Day. There is bound to be something new daily. Something funny. Something cute. Something naughty.
The twins changes every aspect of us. On our outlook in life in general. On my relationship with my darling hubby and my family. Through the little ones, I have learned so much. That I am capable of so much love for another being. So much so that I could barely contain them, at times I could feel my heart bursting. Bursting with love and pride. They have taught me the greatness and sacrifices of a mother. Patience. Selflessness.
My dearest husband. The man I respect and love so dearly. Being a parent now let me see you through a different light. There are moments of parenting disagreements. But I could not deny the tenderness I see in you while you change their soiled diapers. Midnight feedings. The nurturing warmth of a father. My love grow fonder as we walk and learn together through our parenting journey.
Let’s slow down and enjoy the moments. Let’s not sweat the small stuff. Let’s soak up and bask in the sunshine that radiates from our two very beautiful children.
My mum. My children’s 'poh poh'. Words could never express my gratitude for taking care of my children. For being there when I needed your support. I would have been so lost without you by my side during my early days of motherhood. Even now. You are my walking encyclopedia of becoming a good mum. Your abundance of knowledge, tenacity and resilience amazes me.
My babies are growing up so fast right before my eyes. I am so afraid. So afraid that I will forget all these phases that they are going through. Will I forget? Will I forget the first kiss Aiden planted on my cheek. Will I forget Alexis’ first smile. Will I forget their first attempt to communicate. Will I forget the sweetness of their baby scent. Amidst all the frantic moments of trying to document every single milestone for the future, I am afraid to forget to soak up the current moments. The current moment now that Aiden is learning to pat a toy dog and Alexis pointing to me where the fan is.
I will slow down and enjoy today. All the moments will be engraved and reflected in the two little great person we are bringing up.

I love you, Alexis and Aiden.

Simple Life

My resolution for 2010 is to simplify. Simplify our wardrobe. Simplify our diet. Simplify our home. I am de-cluttering. I think I sleep better knowing now my wardrobe will have more air to breathe than those poor fishes in Sungai Pinang. I am donating a third of my clothes to charity. Clothes that have been hanging there for too long. Clothes that will now serve better purpose. Who needs 20 pairs of jeans that no longer fit? Why would a household of two need 4 brooms, 3 toasters and a gazillion of mugs? I am parting with some of my bags and purses. Even if I rotate my bags weekly, I will have enough to last me a year. That should suffice to feed a small village in the third world. I am in the midst of de-cluttering our guest room which somehow has morph into a junk yard. I am a ‘keeper’. I keep too much. It is funny how identifying material things that I do not need is so refreshing.
I need to follow through my plan to de-clutter everything in our lives. And to live simply. To have more by desiring less.

Good Weekend

The last weekend has been very fruitful. Plenty has been accomplished over the few days of my domesticated life. But not sure if the calories burned will balanced out the calories consumed.
It started on Thursday afternoon:
Hubs went golfing with his buddies
Mom in law came over (I entertained with lots of chatting and gossiping)
I tried some new chicken stew recipe, did laundry, ironing & cleaning

Friday
Hubs & I took MIL shopping at Gurney Plaza (with more chit chat and juicy news)
Breakfast at Xuan Xin Restaurant (Delicious fried rice & Dim Sum)
Lunch at Manilla Place
Tea at some tea house selling bird nest drinks
Drop in at jewelers to check on the progress of my new solitaire ring setting
Some DIY project at home

Saturday
Had delicious hokkien mee for breakfast
Golfing with Hubby and brother at BJCC driving range
Car wash
More shopping at Queensbay (bought new swim wear)
Hub’s buddies came over for table tennis session

Had mee suah kor for dinner with black vinegar. It was good. I cant remember the last time I had this dish.

Sunday
Dear hubby was so sweet to scrub clean the bathroom (a chore that I intend to do) while I slept in (Too much FB games last nite) I love you darling!

Sinful nasi kandar lunch with lots of gravy
Visit cousin at hospital which led to a mini family gathering at the hospital cafetaria
Seafood dinner at Teluk Kumbar to celebrate dad’s birthday (Yummy crabs & beautiful sunset view)
Night swim (desperately need to try out new swim wear :P). It is very nice to have the whole pool to our selves.

I am exhausted... happily exhausted