I have finally done it. The lasik surgery.
Went for the evaluation test on Sat morning (24/11/07) and there and then decided to just do it. I got my vision corrected on that very afternoon at 5pm.
The process is a little "scary". I lie on this surgical bed. The doc tapes my eyelids to keep them "up". Then a big metal ring thingy is "sucked" onto my eyeball so that I cannot blink. Then my cornea flap is flipped and the laser did its thing. There was a burning smell. I had to stare at a blinking light. Many a times, I sort of shifted my eyeball a little and the laser would stop. I had to focus on the blinking light in order for the laser to work. When it is done, doc flipped my cornea flap back and pressed out the bubbles. Then the procedure is repeated for the other eye. Ironically, I wasn't scared at all. I was just so determined to get over this "handicap".
The after-effect was very uncomfortable though. I could not open my eyes and they felt very strained. Hubby and Estelle came to give me moral support and to take me home. I slept immediately.
When I woke up, wow, I could see the world with a whole new pair of lens. Literally.
I'm glad I did it. Good riddance to spectacles and contact lens.
Blink Blink ;)
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
The Calrose
For those who do not know, I have bought a new place to live in and it is called The Calrose.
Everything is done and we are just waiting for the TOP!
As it is a private condo, it will come move-in condition, but I do have some plans to do it up a little.
We have a pretty big PES (personal enclosed space) which I prefer to call a patio. I plan to lay over with some nice wooden outdoor flooring, put up a water feature by the side, put a little swing there with a coffee table and probably another small settee, comfy enough for my hubby and I to sit there for some quiet moments, or for me to curl up and read a book, or a nice coffee with a couple of close friends on one of those afternoons.
For the master room, we'd most likely construct a platform and dump our current king-size mattress on it.
For the kids' room, I'll keep the furniture mobile. Will get those cute cute beds and table for Estelle and Eston. It must be comfy and cozy, and yet conducive for study.
We'll hang our plasma on the wall in the living room. If we have spare cash, might do up a simple feature wall.
So lovely. I can't wait.
The adventure pool.
Everything is done and we are just waiting for the TOP!
As it is a private condo, it will come move-in condition, but I do have some plans to do it up a little.
We have a pretty big PES (personal enclosed space) which I prefer to call a patio. I plan to lay over with some nice wooden outdoor flooring, put up a water feature by the side, put a little swing there with a coffee table and probably another small settee, comfy enough for my hubby and I to sit there for some quiet moments, or for me to curl up and read a book, or a nice coffee with a couple of close friends on one of those afternoons.
For the master room, we'd most likely construct a platform and dump our current king-size mattress on it.
For the kids' room, I'll keep the furniture mobile. Will get those cute cute beds and table for Estelle and Eston. It must be comfy and cozy, and yet conducive for study.
We'll hang our plasma on the wall in the living room. If we have spare cash, might do up a simple feature wall.
So lovely. I can't wait.
The adventure pool.
What is WRONG?
For those who have been coming to my blog and seeing Eston at 4months+ for the past few months, I am so sorry.
I really wonder what is wrong with my life. Why is it that I just do not have time to do my own personal things. Like blogging.
By the way, Eston is already 6 months+ going on 7.
I guess it is the whole system that is so very wrong. I joined teaching to teach, but I am doing tons of other things that is NOT teaching. And I wonder what work I am doing.
I do not know where to start, so I'm not going to talk about it. Lest my boss reads this and fires me.
Not going to go on complaining. I'll talk about nicer things.
I really wonder what is wrong with my life. Why is it that I just do not have time to do my own personal things. Like blogging.
By the way, Eston is already 6 months+ going on 7.
I guess it is the whole system that is so very wrong. I joined teaching to teach, but I am doing tons of other things that is NOT teaching. And I wonder what work I am doing.
I do not know where to start, so I'm not going to talk about it. Lest my boss reads this and fires me.
Not going to go on complaining. I'll talk about nicer things.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Snapshots of Eston
Hi guys! This is how I look now....
I don't like you sticking out your tongue!
I love pom pom time!
Papa says I have to start young...
;)
I don't like you sticking out your tongue!
I love pom pom time!
Papa says I have to start young...
;)
Bintan Agro Resort
I've been up to my neck (it might have gone to the brain alr) eversince I went back to work. It's been a real challenge (the more accurate word would be "struggle") straddling between family and work. I have learnt not to take things too hard, so I'm still generally coping fine. I have got very strong home support from parents and a wonderful hubby.
We decided to squeeze in a 2D1N trip to the above resort over the National Day long weekend. Only took Estelle along. Eston, Mummy will take you when you are older ok?
Here are some photos to share.
Estelle with Mummy in the ferry
The restaurant on an island
People kite-surfing
Estelle running around on the beach
Just woken up ...
Getting ready for the day
Bonding with Papa
We decided to squeeze in a 2D1N trip to the above resort over the National Day long weekend. Only took Estelle along. Eston, Mummy will take you when you are older ok?
Here are some photos to share.
Estelle with Mummy in the ferry
The restaurant on an island
People kite-surfing
Estelle running around on the beach
Just woken up ...
Getting ready for the day
Bonding with Papa
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Friday, July 13, 2007
I was at ORCHARD ROAD
Yesterday, I attended the briefing for Middle Managers on the 360 Degrees Feedback Exercise at Teachers' Network. The briefing was indeed brief - Started at close to 4pm and ended at 4.40pm! Wow.
Tompang Greg's car and went to the Bistro at Borders for a quick bite with Simon. I had to shut that lion in my stomach - it was roaring non-stop. I had mushroom soup and garlic bread, plus my all-time favourite beverage - strawberry milkshake. Aww. Makes me hungry just reminiscing about it.
Anyway, after a nice makan and chat, I walked straight to Wisma to my favourite boutique - Southhaven. After all, I only had 30 min to shop and I didn't want to waste time. Southhaven is a shop that I never leave empty-handed. Their designs are nice and classy. Clutching my new purchase, I headed for the MRT to go home.
I told Simon I had to blog about this. I was in Orchard Road on a Thursday afternoon. Cannot remember when my last visit to Orchard Rd was...
It's 3.30am now. I better finish up my banking stuff and go to sleep before that little one cries for feed. :)
Tompang Greg's car and went to the Bistro at Borders for a quick bite with Simon. I had to shut that lion in my stomach - it was roaring non-stop. I had mushroom soup and garlic bread, plus my all-time favourite beverage - strawberry milkshake. Aww. Makes me hungry just reminiscing about it.
Anyway, after a nice makan and chat, I walked straight to Wisma to my favourite boutique - Southhaven. After all, I only had 30 min to shop and I didn't want to waste time. Southhaven is a shop that I never leave empty-handed. Their designs are nice and classy. Clutching my new purchase, I headed for the MRT to go home.
I told Simon I had to blog about this. I was in Orchard Road on a Thursday afternoon. Cannot remember when my last visit to Orchard Rd was...
It's 3.30am now. I better finish up my banking stuff and go to sleep before that little one cries for feed. :)
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Eston is 2 months old!
Eston turned 2 months old today - 11 July 2007. He weighs 5.6kg and that is a pretty healthy weight for a 2-month old. Estelle was a bit smaller at 2 months.
We went to this little cozy restaurant called Madam Q Steakhouse off Thomson Road. Ironically, we didn't bring Eston along because he has not recovered from his Ezecma and we do not want to expose him to the harsh conditions of Singapore weather. Estelle was pretty well-behaved, the restaurant owner was really friendly and hospitable, the restaurant was nice and comfy with a good ambience, and I had enjoyed the food. It was a lovely dinner.
We felt bad for leaving Eston behind at AMK with my MIL (mother-in-law), so we bought a little chocolate cake and sang a birthday song for him. I planted a kiss on his cheek while Pei Shi played the birthday tune on her violin. I could watch my Channel 8 drama (the 9pm one) in peace while Estelle ran around and played with Pei Shi. Pei Shi really dotes on my girl girl.
Eston's face is much better today. The redness has gone down and he smiled more today.
Husband volunteered to sleep with boy boy tonight. Today I feel much better.
I'm going to join Estelle in bed now. I look forward to a good sleep tonight.
Nite Nite.
We went to this little cozy restaurant called Madam Q Steakhouse off Thomson Road. Ironically, we didn't bring Eston along because he has not recovered from his Ezecma and we do not want to expose him to the harsh conditions of Singapore weather. Estelle was pretty well-behaved, the restaurant owner was really friendly and hospitable, the restaurant was nice and comfy with a good ambience, and I had enjoyed the food. It was a lovely dinner.
We felt bad for leaving Eston behind at AMK with my MIL (mother-in-law), so we bought a little chocolate cake and sang a birthday song for him. I planted a kiss on his cheek while Pei Shi played the birthday tune on her violin. I could watch my Channel 8 drama (the 9pm one) in peace while Estelle ran around and played with Pei Shi. Pei Shi really dotes on my girl girl.
Eston's face is much better today. The redness has gone down and he smiled more today.
Husband volunteered to sleep with boy boy tonight. Today I feel much better.
I'm going to join Estelle in bed now. I look forward to a good sleep tonight.
Nite Nite.
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Heart Pain, Body Tired, Soul Frustrated
Heart Pain...
Eston has been having some rashes on his face, but this week it became more serious. His face is all red and his skin is extremely dry. I've been putting olive oil on his cradle cap, but improvement has been rather slow. I started applying this QV cream on his face. No doubt the dryness improved slightly, but his whole face became so red that I became worried. Finally took him to the PD and he concluded that this is a case of Ezecma. Gave us steroid (in cream form) which is also an antibiotic, and some moisturizer to apply on his skin. I applied it on him earlier and he is now sleeping. I hope he improves tomorrow.
Body Tired...
I do tons of housework every day. I have a backlog of (school) work to clear but I cannot even cope with clearing emails, let alone do work. It is 1.45am right now and I can only blog at such unearthly hours. On days that I don't blog, this is the time when I do mopping, washing toilet and everything else that needs to be washed. I am too tired to even start a list of the things that I do at home. At night, Eston wakes up for feeds. As I breastfeed, I'm usually the one sleeping with him. Husband and daughter sleep in the master room and they both only open their eyes at daybreak. I try to catch up on my sleep in the day, but it means I have lesser time to do housework (meaning I have to do it at night). And, no matter how ypu nap in the day, it's different from having a good night's sleep.
Soul Frustrated...
Because of a lack of proper rest, my milk supply has gone down a fair bit.
The other day in the car, husband asked me, "My brother asked us why we don't want to get a maid." I said, "Having a maid will give us other problems. Besides, we don't want to fork out the extra cost." Inside my heart, a little voice was screaming, "We can cope IF YOU HELP OUT."
And I'll be less frustrated if YOU can take care of yourself.
Eston has been having some rashes on his face, but this week it became more serious. His face is all red and his skin is extremely dry. I've been putting olive oil on his cradle cap, but improvement has been rather slow. I started applying this QV cream on his face. No doubt the dryness improved slightly, but his whole face became so red that I became worried. Finally took him to the PD and he concluded that this is a case of Ezecma. Gave us steroid (in cream form) which is also an antibiotic, and some moisturizer to apply on his skin. I applied it on him earlier and he is now sleeping. I hope he improves tomorrow.
Body Tired...
I do tons of housework every day. I have a backlog of (school) work to clear but I cannot even cope with clearing emails, let alone do work. It is 1.45am right now and I can only blog at such unearthly hours. On days that I don't blog, this is the time when I do mopping, washing toilet and everything else that needs to be washed. I am too tired to even start a list of the things that I do at home. At night, Eston wakes up for feeds. As I breastfeed, I'm usually the one sleeping with him. Husband and daughter sleep in the master room and they both only open their eyes at daybreak. I try to catch up on my sleep in the day, but it means I have lesser time to do housework (meaning I have to do it at night). And, no matter how ypu nap in the day, it's different from having a good night's sleep.
Soul Frustrated...
Because of a lack of proper rest, my milk supply has gone down a fair bit.
The other day in the car, husband asked me, "My brother asked us why we don't want to get a maid." I said, "Having a maid will give us other problems. Besides, we don't want to fork out the extra cost." Inside my heart, a little voice was screaming, "We can cope IF YOU HELP OUT."
And I'll be less frustrated if YOU can take care of yourself.
Monday, July 02, 2007
The Oasis
The Oasis will be stepping into history soon.
Since today is a school holiday (Youth Day), we went to the 海京楼台湾粥 Restaurant for lunch.
The food was quite yummy, but we went there more so for the scenery and experience.
My dad and mum with Estelle.
Me with Estelle.
The restaurant against the gorgeous backdrop.
Bigger picture of the backdrop.
Eston sleeping soundly in his pram, totally oblivious to the place.
Sunday, July 01, 2007
My Ex-Pupils
(From left) Wee Kheng, Pei Sheng, Chee Chean, Cerella, Ting Xian, Shu Yuan, Me and Eston (on my lap) and Estelle (on the floor).
Some of my pupils from Class 5/6A5 2001/2002 came over to visit me on 30 June 2007, Saturday. Some of them are sitting for their O levels this year, and some have graduated from secondary school.
It's nice to see them being so grown up and doing well. I'm happy.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Do we look alike?
Estelle at birth...
Eston at birth...
Estelle at a week old...
Eston at 2 weeks old...
Estelle drowsy... 
Eston sleeping...
Estelle smiling...
Eston also happy...
Estelle at 26 days old...
Eston at 31 days old...
Estelle at 26 days old...
Eston at 31 days old...Eston and Estelle
(Sing to the tune of "This Old Man")
I love you
You love me
We're both darlings of daddy mummy
With a wide big grin
I give my love to you
Won't you say you love me too
I love you
You love me
We're both darlings of daddy mummy
With a wide big grin
I give my love to you
Won't you say you love me too
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Papa's Birthday
23rd June 2007.
We contemplated going for a picnic, and spend an afternoon on a mat near the waters. Estelle could play on the sand, with Papa chasing after her, while Mummy could listen to some music and snap pictures, and Eston would be providng some company to Mummy as he lays by her side.
Lovely.
Alas. We considered many factors, like the unreasonable hot weather recently, the return of dengue scare, and Eston may not be ready for such an outing, and Estelle may not have overcome her fear of sand (yes, she is afraid of the sand), and frankly, it is indeed a CHALLENGING outing for Papa and Mummy, considering all the major logistics.
In the end, we decided that it would be safer to stay indoors.
Though we had a typical weekend outing trip to Ikea Tampines, we kindda spiced it up with a throw-in detour to the airport. Estelle could see the planes and Mummy could feed Eston comfortably. It wasn't about what you do, it's about the whole family spending some quality time together.
We had a great time. Simplicity can be blissful.
Happy Birthday, Dear. Love you always.
We contemplated going for a picnic, and spend an afternoon on a mat near the waters. Estelle could play on the sand, with Papa chasing after her, while Mummy could listen to some music and snap pictures, and Eston would be providng some company to Mummy as he lays by her side.
Lovely.
Alas. We considered many factors, like the unreasonable hot weather recently, the return of dengue scare, and Eston may not be ready for such an outing, and Estelle may not have overcome her fear of sand (yes, she is afraid of the sand), and frankly, it is indeed a CHALLENGING outing for Papa and Mummy, considering all the major logistics.
In the end, we decided that it would be safer to stay indoors.
Though we had a typical weekend outing trip to Ikea Tampines, we kindda spiced it up with a throw-in detour to the airport. Estelle could see the planes and Mummy could feed Eston comfortably. It wasn't about what you do, it's about the whole family spending some quality time together.
We had a great time. Simplicity can be blissful.
Happy Birthday, Dear. Love you always.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Our Shopping!
Today is 17 June 2007, Fathers' Day.
We had a celebration lunch with my dad and mum, sister and her 2 boys, of course with my hubby and kids as well. Went to Genki Sushi at Marina Square. After the makan, we shopped around for a cardigan and a pair of dress shoes for Estelle. Ended up at Kiddy Palace and Estelle had a whale of a time playing there!
My darling.
We had a celebration lunch with my dad and mum, sister and her 2 boys, of course with my hubby and kids as well. Went to Genki Sushi at Marina Square. After the makan, we shopped around for a cardigan and a pair of dress shoes for Estelle. Ended up at Kiddy Palace and Estelle had a whale of a time playing there!
My darling.Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Xin Xin and Gong Gong
Today, Gong Gong was very happy to have these 2 shots with his bao bei ... Check'em out.
Eston at a Month old...
Hands up for those of you who think that Eston (still) looks like me after a month.....One thing remains, he still throws you the DUH look...
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