Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Lost World of Tambun #3

Jerilyn and Jesslyn came back with leaflets one day, promoting Lost World of Tambun. It was very tempting - Buy 1 Adult, Free 1 Kid. As a result, we visited the place for the third time just before the holidays started. We paid approximately RM120 for 2 adult prices. The normal price for kid is RM50, which means that we saved RM100. 😼

There were some changes since the last time we went in, which was around 2 years ago such as the enclosed area for giraffes and zebras, the porcupine walk, the twister with hot springs and a row of shops depicting the old Ipoh. 

Other than the physical changes, the games that JJ play have changed too. Although they still love the kid's water park and never seem to get enough of it, the girls have ventured into other more adventurous water games such as the Cliff Racer as shown in the video below. I seriously did not expect them to try this slide. I was thinking why not wait til they are a little bit older. However, Jerilyn was already all jumpy the moment she saw other people on it. She insisted to give it a go. What choice do I have? I reminded her several times to hold on tight to the tube in anticipation of her flying out of it. Jesslyn, on the other hand was sceptical. She finally rode on it after trying another milder slide called The Twister. 




Other than that, the 'new' rides we tried  were Lupe's Adventure and the Giddy Galleon. The Giddy Galleon was giddy enough and the roller coaster ride at the Lupe's was scary enough for me to grip Jerilyn's arm as hard as I could. After the ride, both claimed that the ride wasn't scary. I wasn't scared because of the ride itself but because I was afraid that a screw or two might be loose and we would either collapse into a pile or go flying in the air.

During the whole time, I only got wet up to my knees. Did I tell you that I am not a water enthusiast? [I suddenly feel that I am writing like Geronimo]. Anyway, the reason my legs were wet was because I soaked them in the hot pool. Otherwise, I was more of a watcher than a player.

On the whole, it was an enjoyable experience for the girls and that's all that matters.




Monday, November 28, 2016

Planning a Birthday Party

Have wanted to throw a birthday party for Jerilyn and/or Jesslyn as these two have always loved parties and gatherings. When there is a party, they are sure to go. Jerilyn has invited her friends over to play several times but so far, there is no actual parties.

This year, I am ready to hold a party for them. I am pretty excited as this is the first time I plan a party. Although I am all for it, I can't help feeling a little bit worried about how I am going to keep the children occupied for a few hours so they won't feel bored or turn my house into a mess. I want the kids to have a great time at my party. I want them to have positive comments about my party. I want them to go home with a smile. I want them to go home and tell their parents about the fun they have at my party. And to do so, I have to plan.

I have a list of topics in my party planner. They are Guest list, Invitation card, Loot bag, Games, Food and Prizes.

At first, I had no idea what to put in my loot bag. I didn't want to be stingy; neither do I want to be over generous til I am being labelled Kiasu mother. Finally, my loot bag looks like this. Most of the items were from Kaison. This bag cost approximately RM5.00. Somehow, I worry that the kids aren't impressed with the gifts. Do you think they will be happy? Happy or not, I will get some prizes to winners of games to add into their loot bag.


Turning to games, thanks to the power of the Internet, I have found some great ideas for games. I have to ensure that the chosen games are fun enough for the kids yet not messy, easy to prepare, easy to control and do not involve balloons. Here is the possible list:

  • Pin the donkey's tail
  • Pass the bag
  • Duck Duck Goose
  • Suck the marshmallows /M&Ms
Next item on the list is Food. The last time Jerilyn went to a birthday party, she was served burger and that alone was enough to make her full. Therefore, I make it a point not to provide heavy food. Below are some of the items I have in mind:
  • nuggets
  • tarts
  • personal pizza (small portion)
  • sushi
  • varieties of candy (I love colours)
  • pudding
  • birthday cake
The last item on the list is Prizes. Will just get some small items for the kids like stickers, chocolates, toys etc... 

I have another 4 days to plan before the actual day. 'Til then, Sayonara.