Sweet dreams

I usually sleep facing Daddy because I prefer to lie on my right side rather than my left. But tonight, Daddy was still in the shower when I was ready for bed, so I laid down in Mummy's arms instead. I then reached out to take off Mummy's spectacles so that she could sleep. I also reached out to Mummy and gave her a goodnight kiss even though she hadn't asked me for one. When Daddy came out of the shower, I patted his pillow and beckoned for him to join Mummy and I. I had quite a sound sleep with sweet dreams, knowing that I was safe and loved by Daddy and Mummy.

Daddy's car

Nai Nai often asks Daddy why his car is so small and why he can't remove my car seat to take more people. When Daddy was taking some things out of the car boot today, he noticed that there was a lot of space behind and decided to try out an idea that popped into his head:

Christmas

Mummy was all excited this morning because we were going to go to Ah Ma's and Granpa's house this morning for Christmas. Mummy says that for as long as she can remember, it was a Christmas tradition for Ah Ma and Grandpa to have a party the whole day, where all of Mummy's uncles, aunties and cousins would attend. This would be the second Christmas party that I'm going for (not counting the time when I was still in Mummy's tummy), although I don't really remember what happened last year.

Mummy and I were the first to arrive, only to find that Ah Ma and Grandpa both had gastric flu and had been vomitting the whole morning! I think Mummy must have passed the virus to them, when they came to look after me on Saturday.

Nevertheless, I had a good time at the party, playing with my uncles and aunties on Ku Ku Edgar's Wii. I also had plenty of presents, like two magnetic drawing boards (the one below is from Daddy and Mummy), a toy dog that would bark and walk, many soft toys, books and new clothes.



One of Daddy's cousins was getting married today, so Daddy came by only at about 4pm after he had finished helping out. Daddy wasn't feeling well too (I suspect Mummy's very potent germs invaded him too...), so he took a short nap. We then went for the wedding dinner together in the evening, where there was a huge christmas tree at the hotel lobby.



I was really exhausted by the time I got home!

Elves

Auntie Elayne termporarily turned Daddy, Mummy and I into Christmas elves.

Watch us dance and sing at http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1318243910

Baby Pooh Bear

Uncle Vance bought me a baby Pooh bear for Christmas. I thought it looked very hungry and under-nourished, as its stomach and body was much smaller than its head. When I had my usual night-time bottle of milk, I made sure to leave a bit behind so that I could share the milk with Baby Pooh. .

I like bags

I like bags. I like carrying them and I like taking things out of them. After dinner tonight, I set down with Ah Ma's bag to see what treasures I could uncover.

Running nose and a new bolster

Mummy is sick, and Mummy made me sick too. To help me sleep better, Lao Ma sewed a nice new pink bolster for me, and Ee Ee Rachael lent me her pooh bear.



I wanted to stop my wet mucus from dripping down into my mouth, so I tried to turn myself the other way so that the mucus would stay in my nose instead.

Eat your peas

One of Daddy's and Mummy's colleagues gave me a book for Christmas. It's about a girl who doesn't like to eat peas, but I can't understand why. I love peas, and I eat them almost every weekend. I love the book though, and I made Daddy and Mummy each read the book to me twice today.

My first day at childcare

Today was my first day at childcare. Early in the morning, I put on an XS-sized uniform that was way too large for me.



Daddy, Mummy and I spent the whole morning in the centre, where there were many other kids. I danced, played, ate and was read a story. Daddy and Mummy brought me to their office after that, and I saw a lot of photos of myself in their cubicles.

Uncle Choon Leng and his photos of me

Uncle Choon Leng has been taking many beautiful photos of me because he intends to compile an album as a gift for my second birthday. Here are some sample shots below. Uncle Choon Leng also has an online album of his other photos, at www.picasaweb.google.com/knyghtfall. Aren't they well-taken?

Cousin Matthias

My cousin was born yesterday evening. His English name is Matthias Chan, and his Chinese name is Ruiyang. I went to the hospital to visit him twice today. He's so cute that I had to give him plenty of kisses. I wonder when he'd stop sleeping so much and be able to run around and play with me.

18 months old

I'm exactly one and a half years old today.

Daddy and Mummy bought me a lotus paste bun to celebrate after dinner. I think I liked the candle and the song more than the bun. Hmm, but wasn't I supposed to get one and a half candles instead?

Vivo City (Part 2)

After lunch at Vivo City, Daddy and Mummy brought me to the wading pool on the roof-top. I was initially hesitant to step into the water as I didn't know if there was sand on the ground, so I clung on tightly to Mummy. But Daddy coerced me into the water, and after that I had so much fun that I didn't want to go home.

Vivo City

Daddy and Mummy were on leave today and brought me to Vivo City specially to play at the open-air playground. I liked the water fountain the most and I was soaked to the skin. Good thing Mummy was clever and brought a change of clothes for me.

Wedding photos

Uncle Wenyi and Auntie Shu-Yin got married in September, and had invited Daddy, Mummy and me to their wedding dinner. The photographers took many photos of me that night, and Auntie Shu-Yin said that they obviously took a liking to me.

Barney

I wanted to watch TV this morning, so I pointed to the living room, and made Daddy carry me out from the bedroom. When Daddy asked if I wanted to watch Barney, I nodded my head vigorously and said "Barney!". I refused to repeat myself though when Daddy and Mummy asked me to. After all, I already got what I wanted!

Mummy

Daddy and Mummy came back late after work today, so I was already quite sleepy when Mummy was having her shower. I was lying in bed with Daddy while waiting for Mummy, and when Mummy came out of the bathroom, I sleepily said "Mummy". Mummy got very excited and she was really quite pleased that I finally acknowledged her, since my first word was Daddy almost 2 months ago.

Walk in the park

Daddy and Mummy brought me to Tiong Bahru Park this afternoon as the weather was fantastic. Uncle Choon Leng and Auntie Elayne came along too, and Uncle Choon Leng was busy taking photos of me. His camera is much bigger than Mummy's, and he takes better pictures too! But unfortunately his photos are in black and white.

Where did my head go?

Mummy woke up this morning and found me in a strange position. I must have wiggled my way under the cot bumper while I was asleep and decided that it was quite a comfortable way to sleep.



I think I have a knack for putting my head into strange crevices. When we went for dinner at Lao Ma's house last Sunday, Daddy and Mummy brought me to see the pond near the swimming pool. In my eagerness to see the fishes, I also stuck my head through the railings.

Tigger

It was a usual mundane day at home. I was sauntering around the house when out of the corner of my eye, I spotted an orange bag lying on the chair. I thought that it matches Tigger quite well and would be a good way to carry him around.

Tumble-lina

I had so much fun today playing with Daddy. Look at how fast I can tumble onto the mattress! Now I am tumble-lina as well as thumbelina.

Housemaid

I made a mess during dinner at Lao Ma's house today because I was flinging the food that I didn't want to eat onto the floor. I felt bad after that though, so I agreed to help Lao Ee asked clean up. I'm even dressed appropriately like a housemaid today.

Ikea

Daddy, Mummy and I went to Ikea today after having dinner at Burger King.

I tried out the sofa with the furry white thing...


... the rocking chairs...


... and a bed.

Pilot

We went to Queensway shopping centre today just before dinner because Mummy wanted to make a new pair of specs. I hope I never need to wear specs so that I can continue to be a pilot when I grow up. I hope my aeroplane next time will be as colourful as the one I'm piloting now.

Uncle Tze Min's House

Daddy, Mummy and I were invited to Uncle Tze Min's house for a farewell party for three of Daddy's and Mummy's colleagues - Auntie Yahui who bought me a bubble-blowing lantern last week, Uncle Chin Soon who had us over for house-warming earlier this month, and Auntie Poh Heok who kept wanting to carry me. I was exhausted after a night of playing with Angelica, Chloe, and Uncle Tze Min's nieces (Erin and Emily).

Chloe's Birthday

Chloe invited me to her birthday party today. But she was too busy with her other friends to play with me. I think they must be scared of the rashes around my mouth. Uncle Choon Leng said the rashes looked like leftovers from a chocolate cake.

Shrek Ears

Auntie Han Ping (Daddy's and Mummy's colleague) bought me these Shrek ears from McDonalds some time back, but my head was too small to wear them then. I guess my head is still too small now, as the ears kept slipping off. I shall let Daddy wear them so that he can scare Mummy!

Hugs

I gave Mummy and Daddy hugs today, after seeing Angelica hug her Mummy (Auntie Arina, who is Daddy and Mummy's colleague) on Friday*. I also talked to Angelica quite a bit (although no one else understood what we said) as well as poked her on the nose. I shook my head at her though when she asked if she could kiss me.

*We had dinner on Friday at Uncle Chin Soon's housewarming.

Blabble

Daddy and Mummy are finding it easier to understand me. They must be getting smarter! They seem to understand when I say "cat", "bag", "dog", "book" and "there". The last word is my favourite because it's the best answer to many questions such as "where is Daddy/Mummy?", "where do you want to go?".

Badminton

Daddy and Mummy brought me along to their weekly badminton game with their colleagues this evening. Uncle Choon Leng gave me a cool Yonex hat to wear, and I posed for Auntie Elayne to take a photo.

My faithful companion

I like to carry Mr Pooh Bear around with me, but it's quite difficult to do so when I'm trying to explore the house. So Mummy came up with a very good idea that would allow Mr Pooh Bear to be by my side while I get to keep both my hands free.

Favourite spot in the house

I'm back to sitting at my favourite spot in the house. It's just outside the toilet, and it doesn't always smell very nice.

Ang Mo Kio Hub

Daddy and Mummy decided to have dinner with Ah Ma and Grandpa today at Ang Mo Kio Hub. I'm all dressed up and ready to go shopping.

The place was very crowded so we decided to take a breather next to the water fountain (behind me). Look at Ah Ma massaging my tired feet!

Playground

Ye Ye brought me to the playground today.

Playing Giddy-up Horsey on a real wooden horse is much more fun than practising on a pillow.

Tweety Bird

Mummy bought a nice Tweety Bird T-shirt today. I really like it but I think it's a bit too big for me. Hmm, in fact I don't think Mummy bought it for me at all?

TCC

The chairs at TCC are really big and comfortable. See how much space I have.

MBA

Now that I have obtained two certificates in Kindermusik, I think I can go on to study for an MBA in Oxford. Hmm, does MBA stand for Music for BAbies?

Daddy!

I said my first proper English word today.

Daddy and Mummy wanted me to have an afternoon nap so that they too could rest. I wasn't tired though, and couldn't sleep even after rolling around on the bed. However, Daddy and Mummy had already fallen asleep by then. I wanted to play somemore but Daddy wouldn't wake up even after I nudged him. In frustration, I yelled "Daddy", and it worked! Daddy sat up immediately and looked at me. Haha, I refused to call Daddy a second time when he asked me to repeat what I said, because I had already achieved my aim of getting his attention.

This is the way I brush my teeth

This is the way I brush my teeth at night. After brushing, I'll swallow whatever's in my mouth as I haven't yet mastered the art of spitting.

Handbag

I was fascinated by Ah Ma's handbag and tried to carry it today. The handbag had shiny keys, a handphone with my photo on it, and a wallet with coloured paper and plastic cards.