Here we go again.....

Just registered Hiroshi again for Phase 2C Supplementary
at Horizon Primary School.

We are honestly keeping our fingers crossed for this one. 

Hugely Disappointed about Balloting Results.....

I can't tell you how disappointed we are right now.

We didn't manage to get Hiroshi into our school of choice through balloting.

Now it is down to Phrase 2C supplementary.

Everything happens for a reason.

For now, 

I can only put my faith in God 

that he has better plans for Hiroshi.

Hiroshi's Primary One Registration

Back Posting:  26th August 2011

Well, we've reached another milestone in Hiroshi's life!

Primary One Registration.

The start of formal education for many many long years to come.

For those who are still oblivious,

I HATE 

Singapore's Primary One Registration System.

I know I've shared this on facebook before,

but I am just going to vent my anger here just one more time!

There are many "phrase" to register your child.

Phrase 1: child who has sibling studying in school of choice

Phrase 2A(1): (a) for child Whose parents is a former student of school and who has joined the alumni association as a member not later than 30 June 2010
(b) child whose parent is a staff member for the school of choice

Phrase 2A(2): (a) child who's parent or siblings has studied in school of choice

‎(b) child whose parent is a staff member of school of choice

 Phrase 2B: (a) child who's parent has joined the school as parent volunteer not later than 1July 2010 and has given 40 hours of voluntary services to the school by 30 June 2011
(b) child whose parents is a member endorsed by the church/clan directly connected with the school
(c) child whose parent is endorsed as an active community leader

Phrase 2C: child who is ineligible or unsuccessful in earlier phrases
(WE ARE IN THIS PHRASE!!!! 

Felt like picking leftover vegetables in the late afternoon market!)

Phrase 2C Supplementary: child who fails to get place in school of choice for phrase 2C

 Phrase 3: For children who are not singapore citizen pr singapore PRs

And since I choose to register online,

I don't have any juicy pictures to share here.

 Till date,

the school I registered Hiroshi for has

157 applicants for 82 seats.

Balloting would be held on 5th August 2011,

9.30am @ Mee Toh School

I do need lots of luck right now!!!

Appreciate it if everyone can pass me their luck for the time being!!!

*keeping fingers crossed*

*drumrolls* Disney Junior Premiers TODAY!!! 11 July 2011

The moment that we've all been waiting for is finally here!!!!

Disney Junior premiers Today!!!!

11 July 2011

Many thanks to Joanne from The T\Junction for exclusive invitations 

to Disney Junior "Ahoy to Never Land"

I honestly thought the the venue was perfect for a pirate themed party!

Sapphire Pavilion @ Siloso Beach Sentosa Island

Truly, where the magic begins

Now that we've found our pirate,

Let's go get the treasure!!!

Intensively looking for treasures on the treasure map.

It ain't an easy task becoming a pirate.

Look at all the skills required from all 4 stations.....

Hiroshi in a real life world world game!

(wordworld happens to be one of his favorite shows)

AWESOME!!!

Sophia who was fully confident about walking out of the maze.

*Meeska Mooska Micky Mouse*

Sophia leaving her hand print proclaiming,

"Disney Junior RAWKS!!!"

We even got up close and personal with

Micky Mouse & Minnie Mouse!

Refreshment was served at Wavehouse

I cannot remember verbally giving such a bad ratings on this blog.

Honestly,

I was not impressed with either service or food.

But however,

Sophia fell madly in love with the eclairs....

Both kids mad about Disney Junior!

We even had time to laze around on the beautiful beach.

The Typical Beach Bum.

Hiroshi ran straight for the sea!

Sophia looking for treasures of a different kind; seashells.

Now both my kids are certified to be infected by

"Jake and the Never Land Pirate" bug.

Remember to catch Disney Junior Today,
11 July 2011,
on Starhub Cable Tv Channel 311.

Independence; Never Underestimate your Child.....

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”

~Benjamin Franklin

It has come to both our consensus that we shouldn't spoon feed our kids.

we truly believe in allowing the child to explore and experience in safe boundaries.

We sent the kids to buy water in a nearby supermarket on their own.

(with daddy spying closely right behind their butts)

Did they managed to complete the task?!?!?

Watch On.....

*I apologize for the shaky video*

Never Underestimate your Child!

An Unique Birthday Experience; Build-a-Bear Workshop

With all honesty,

in my personal experience,

not many businesses in Singapore

has made the cut

of providing exceptional customer service experience.

However, I am pleasantly surprised during my recent visit
to Build-a-Bear Workshop at Vivo City.

Sophia helped stuff Pup


Sophia & Hiroshi "hearts" for Pup


Warming Pup's heart.....


Making a sincere wish....


Kissing Pup's heart....


Giving "life" to Pup


Wash & Rinse
before you follow me home.....


Let's play dress up.....


Finally, a satisfied Pup owner.....


I pledge to take good care of Pup.


You might look through these series of pictures and think
what on earth is so exceptional about the customer service?

Well, the magic lies in connecting with the child.
I swear kids are the toughest customers on earth.
Delicate Patience is Needed.

And through many small talks,
they realized that it was Sophia's birthday
and sang her a very special birthday song.


Thank you Build-a-Bear Workshop,
You have made Sophia's birthday a really Special one!!!

And because Hiroshi has always been the loving brother,
he get to choose a toy for himself too!
Storm Pegasus; Let It Rip!

Disney Junior; The best story teller of all time......

Many thanks to Georgina from The T\Junction
for Invitation to Special Presentation of Disney Junior.

Well, other than Ronald Dhal,
Disney has got to be the best story teller of all time.

Some parents take a no tv stance to their parenting approach.
I personally feel that tv is not the biggest evil.

I proudly declare that my kids watch selected tv programs.

And Disney is definitely one of those programs my kids have watched since young.

Playhouse Disney will be re-brand into Disney Junior this coming July!

Disney Junior premiums 11 July 2011


After listening to Nancy Kanter, SVP. Original Programming And GM Disney Junior Worldwide
I am convinced that Disney will continue to come out with more educational and entertaining programs.


Jake and the Neverland Pirates is of the latest line up from Disney JuniorAye Aye, Gear up and go on a treasure hunt with a crew of pirate kids....

Sing along with interactive catchy music
performed by The Never Land Pirates Band,
Loren Hoskins and Kelvin Hendrickson,whose animated alter ego is Sharky and Bones. They pop up to sing pirate ditties throughout every episode.You're gonna luv this!

I am looking forward to catching Disney Junior this July!
If you are still not on the Disney Junior bandwagon,
jump on it right now.....
Get yourselves subscribed at Starhub Cable Tv Channel 311.

And also Special thanks to Hatched for hosting us.
Marvelous service!!!
Love it, Love it, Love it~!!

Hatched
26 Evans Road. Evans Lodge
Singapore 259367


I love the menu!


Mini Omelette with Mushroom Ragout


Yes! Go ahead DROOL!


Cordon Bleu Chicken served with Garlic Roasted Mash


Waffles served with Mixed Fruits Compote & Vanilla Ice Cream


Awesome Lunch!!!!
I totally enjoyed myself!

Happy 4th Birthday Sophia

I know it is a cliche to say this.....

But, I honestly feel that Sophia is growing up way too fast.

She's FOUR!

I just cannot believe that she is FOUR so soon!

Sophia, you are an amazing little girl,

At this tender age, 

you could clearly verbalize.

You know what you want in exact details. 

And when you have your heart set on something, 

It's clearly IMPOSSIBLE to sway your decisions or whatsoever....

You've wanted to be a mermaid at 2,
princess at 3
and finally Piyo Piyo Duckie at 4.

We have never once discounted your dreams 

because we know that you can be anything you wanted to be.

I still thank God every single day for his grace of placing you in our family.

You have brought us so much joy.

And because of you,

I know I won't grow old, grey and lonely.

Your cheerful chatter will brighten my day.

We love you honey.

Many, many months ago when you were running a temperature 

we cooled you with the cold pack. 

You curiously asked about the character on the cooling pack. 

We told you it was Piyo Piyo duckie.

You fall in love with that character and insisted you want everything Piyo Piyo!

From then, your mind was fixed upon having a Piyo Piyo themed birthday party.

PIYO PIYO

Piyo Piyo is the most popular Duckie Character in Japan since '80s.
(I bet you these duckies are close to being extinct!)

A couple of weeks before your birthday,
I asked if you'll like to have a birthday party in school.
You were excited.
Your eyes twinkle.
Your head nodded enthusiastically.
I then told you that it will be costly to celebrate your birthday in school.
You smiled and said,

"Never mind, we celebrate at home...."
My heart melted at your reply.
My child is so sensible.
When I finally told you that you are having a birthday party in school afterall,
you were thrilled.
You asked me day after day,
"Is it my birthday today?!?!?"

You've not change your mind abit since many months ago.
You still insisted on a Piyo Piyo themed birthday party.
I've really got no idea how to go about creating a Piyo Piyo themed birthday party.
I attempt to sway your decisions.
Showed you a pretty strawberry shortcake cake
(which I know you won't resist)
from prima deli.
But, your decisions were affirmative.
Shook your head and said "No"
and insisted Piyo Piyo!

This was the best I came out with.

Piyo Piyo Cupcake Toppers
(which doubles up as a bookmark)

Vanilla Cupcake with Apricot fillings topped with Cream Cheese Frosting

Party Packs
(Still standing by our NO JUNK policy)
Sophia with her 1st birthday gift
handmade Piyo Piyo hairclip by Jing Ting jie jie.

In moments like this,
I gladly bake year after year.
I love her contented smile!
(made all the crazy precise cutting
of 120 pieces of Piyp Piyo bookmarks all worthwhile!)

Hiroshi is the proud brother who loves his sister unconditionally.

Happy Birthday Sophia Honey!