I live in a peaceful neighbourhood where majority are young couples with toodlers. My neighbour on the right is a small family consisting father, mother and a toodler while the neighbour on my left is a retired couple.
A month ago, the lady neighbour on my right found a new job where she needs to travel. In fact, she only comes home during the weekends. The husband works too which means the kid is left with the caretaker on weekdays. He doesnt bring home the baby until weekends.
On the other side of the fence, the retired couple has 4-5 grown-up children who are all making a living in other states. This couple keep themselves busy with gardening and sewing.
As for my household, both of us work, leaving my kids with my parents or parents-in-law. I fetch them immediately after work everyday. Generally, I spend 28 hours(equivalent to 4 working days) in the college. Still I feel that I have neglected them.
As I observe our different lifestyles, I couldnt help myself comparing. I find it ironic that when the kids need the parents most, the parents are out there, earning money with the excuse: for the children's sake. The kids are left with the grandparents, the nursery, the babysitter, even the maid. When the parents have retired, become old and have all the free time in the world to spend with their children, they are being left alone at home. In this modern world, if the retired people are lucky, the children live in the same state or city as them where they get to see their children once in a while. The luckier ones have grandchildren to look after.
Dont you agree?
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Untitled
Jerilyn is so trained to say bye to things she is reluctant to leave behind that 1 day, when she took out a yogurt drink from the fridge n I asked her to put it back, she said "Bye bye....Bye.... See You" to the yougurt nclosed the fridge door. Very cute.
Gotta buy a new camera. The 1 I hv now gvs very dark n dull effect. Been shopping around. The videocam is also giving problems. I went to the service center today n apparently it is the tape which is faulty, not the videocam. I hope so too.
Hv been so busy at work that I cant afford to spend time blogging.
Hmm... another incident that I want to share. 1 day Jerilyn wanted me to sit wt her on the piano while I was busy watching tv. However, I obediently sat with her wt my body facing the tv. She insisted that I must turn towards the piano with my body and legs facing the piano. That's not all, she wanted me to play a tune and when I only played with 1 hand, she put my other hand on the keys. I realise that as kids start to grow, they are getting more and more demanding.
Gotta buy a new camera. The 1 I hv now gvs very dark n dull effect. Been shopping around. The videocam is also giving problems. I went to the service center today n apparently it is the tape which is faulty, not the videocam. I hope so too.
Hv been so busy at work that I cant afford to spend time blogging.
Hmm... another incident that I want to share. 1 day Jerilyn wanted me to sit wt her on the piano while I was busy watching tv. However, I obediently sat with her wt my body facing the tv. She insisted that I must turn towards the piano with my body and legs facing the piano. That's not all, she wanted me to play a tune and when I only played with 1 hand, she put my other hand on the keys. I realise that as kids start to grow, they are getting more and more demanding.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Home ALone
June 02
Home Alone
I take this opportunity to write what happened while the kids are not around. Daddy takes a day off today to take Jesslyn for a routine check-up at the clinic while Mummy had to go to work. I just returned from work. I presume they are at my in laws place. When Daddy updated me thru calls this afternoon, I was told that Jesslyn is 7.7kg (6 months). She cried very loudly when the nurse touched her. This is in contrast to the times when she was jabbed. She hardly cried. Looks like she has tough skin like Jerilyn. When people play with her, she has 3 reactions. 1. She laughs back, kicking her legs to go forward. 2. She hides her face against our bodies, giving a sheepish smile. 3. She cries which is very seldom. Yesterday was 1 of the rare incident. Daddy said when he came out of the room, every1 was staring at him, like a celebrity. Another possible reason why she cried was because she was unclothed and being laid on the table to measure her height and then weight.
Home Alone
I take this opportunity to write what happened while the kids are not around. Daddy takes a day off today to take Jesslyn for a routine check-up at the clinic while Mummy had to go to work. I just returned from work. I presume they are at my in laws place. When Daddy updated me thru calls this afternoon, I was told that Jesslyn is 7.7kg (6 months). She cried very loudly when the nurse touched her. This is in contrast to the times when she was jabbed. She hardly cried. Looks like she has tough skin like Jerilyn. When people play with her, she has 3 reactions. 1. She laughs back, kicking her legs to go forward. 2. She hides her face against our bodies, giving a sheepish smile. 3. She cries which is very seldom. Yesterday was 1 of the rare incident. Daddy said when he came out of the room, every1 was staring at him, like a celebrity. Another possible reason why she cried was because she was unclothed and being laid on the table to measure her height and then weight.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Daddy's Amazed
I have used polite phrases such as Please, Sorry, Excuse Me and Thank you with Jerilyn since the day she understands language. She has picked up these phrases tho sometimes I need to remind/tell her to say 'Sorry' when she has done wrong or 'Thank you' when she receives something. On the other hand, she has no problems with 'Please' and 'Excuse Me'. When she wants something, she says 'Please Mummy' or 'Please raisins' meaning I want raisins please. When I am in her way, she says Excuse Me. When Jesslyn's sleeping on her things, she says Excuse Me before pushing Mei2 away. Today, we shopped for a Christmas tree (I know, its not Christmas) at 1 of those pottery shops along KK road. As the Bangladeshi was busy lining the 2ft high Christmas trees for us to choose, the trees were actually lined between Jerilyn n us. She was locked behind the many trees. She said 1 phrase which surpised Daddy, which is Excuse Me. Its not everyday that Daddy hears her say that. Moreover, she actually used it at the right place, right time. He was very proud of her.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Compare & Contrast
CONTRAST Jerilyn Jesslyn
poo every 3-4 days n it was never easy everyday
poo's texture very hard soft
pimples/rashes 3-4 month None
scared of heights Yes No
(Jerilyn was afraid when she was taken down the stairs but Jesslyn looks around inquisitively)
scared of strangers Yes No
colic Yes None
playing alone Yes No
COMPARE
* Both hate the stroller. Jerilyn used to get up n stood in the stroller.
* Both are quite independent. Jesslyn holds her bottle on her own during feedings.
* Both love Gong2 to carry.
poo every 3-4 days n it was never easy everyday
poo's texture very hard soft
pimples/rashes 3-4 month None
scared of heights Yes No
(Jerilyn was afraid when she was taken down the stairs but Jesslyn looks around inquisitively)
scared of strangers Yes No
colic Yes None
playing alone Yes No
COMPARE
* Both hate the stroller. Jerilyn used to get up n stood in the stroller.
* Both are quite independent. Jesslyn holds her bottle on her own during feedings.
* Both love Gong2 to carry.
Moulding the Children
Children are products of their parents or guardians moulding. Below are some of the habits/values she has developed whether thru conscious or unconscious moulding.
1. Closes the door particularly the bedroom door. If she doesnt close the door herself, she will tell us to close the door. Daddy is the 1 who instil this habit in her. He has this strong aversion against mosquitoes. She even makes it a point to lock the door.
2. Throws rubbish. We dont hv to instruct her. She throws away food wrappers, empty bottles or rubbish that she picks automatically. She takes pride in the task by running happily to the rubbish bin n dutifully throws the rubbish into it.
3. Independence
a) insists to feed herself
b) clothes n unclothes herself. Of course, she needs some help when the shoes/clothes are too complicated for her.
c) carries her own things when she goes out. When she is tired or lazy, she will pass the things to us.
4. Well-mannered - She says "Please Mummy" or "Please Barney"(wants to watch Barney) if she wants something but if we dont comply to her wishes, she turns nasty. She also says 'Thank you' and when it is time for bed, she says 'Good night Mummy' and 'Love you'. When she leaves a place, she waves 'Bye' to everyone n anything. She waves bye even tho no 1 looks at her. At the shopping mall, When she is adamant to take an item away with her, we tell her to say bye to the toy and she will obediently put the toy down, wave bye a couple of times and finally leave. She also knows how to use "Excuse Me" when some1 is in her way.
1. Closes the door particularly the bedroom door. If she doesnt close the door herself, she will tell us to close the door. Daddy is the 1 who instil this habit in her. He has this strong aversion against mosquitoes. She even makes it a point to lock the door.
2. Throws rubbish. We dont hv to instruct her. She throws away food wrappers, empty bottles or rubbish that she picks automatically. She takes pride in the task by running happily to the rubbish bin n dutifully throws the rubbish into it.
3. Independence
a) insists to feed herself
b) clothes n unclothes herself. Of course, she needs some help when the shoes/clothes are too complicated for her.
c) carries her own things when she goes out. When she is tired or lazy, she will pass the things to us.
4. Well-mannered - She says "Please Mummy" or "Please Barney"(wants to watch Barney) if she wants something but if we dont comply to her wishes, she turns nasty. She also says 'Thank you' and when it is time for bed, she says 'Good night Mummy' and 'Love you'. When she leaves a place, she waves 'Bye' to everyone n anything. She waves bye even tho no 1 looks at her. At the shopping mall, When she is adamant to take an item away with her, we tell her to say bye to the toy and she will obediently put the toy down, wave bye a couple of times and finally leave. She also knows how to use "Excuse Me" when some1 is in her way.
Jerilyn's Development (Update)
1. Supports her milk bottle, Sits Up - 5 months
3. Takes solid food - 6.5 months
4. First tooth - 7 months
5. Potty trained (however, it's inconsistent) - 9 months
6. Action word (bye bye, shake hands, clap hands) - 9 months
Other action words: Give FIVE, 'mei mei'(pretty), 'pa pa'(frightened), 'bau bau'(full) [within 11months]
7. Utters nan nan & ba-ba, drinks from straw, stands up with support (in fact she'd rather stand even while bathing) - 10 months
8. Walks with support (round the table & pushing anything with wheels), Feeds herself(buns, biscuits) - 11 months
9. Climbs - 11.5 months
10. Walks without support, replaces covers, scribbles, calls Daddy - 13 months
11. Calls Mummy - 14 months
12. Down with cough - 14.5 months
13. Says bye-bye(or tata) while waving and a few other words eg. no need, no more, car - 15 months
14. Runs - 16 months
15. Grows her 13th tooth, walks down a flight of stairs while holding on to the railing - 17 months
16. Kicks a ball - 18 months
17. Grows her 14th tooth, potty trained(for big business only. In fact, she doesnt use the potty but the toilet bowl. Save me lots of unnecessary cleaning.) - 19 months
18. Drinks from cup, calls po-po, feeds herself with spoon, weans off the dummy - 19.5 months
19. Grows her 16th tooth - 20 months
20. Toilet trained - 22 months
21. 12kg, Operates electrical devices for eg. turning on/off tv, opening and closing the door(she uses her body to push the door close) - 24.5 months
22. Walks down the stairs on her own, jumps - 25.5 months
23. Writes number 1 and draws circles - 26 months
24. 13kg, completes a 12pc puzzle, has the strength to open the fridge, takes showers but it may not be clean - 27 months
25. 14kg, rides a tricycle, jumps steadily with 2feet away from the floor - 29 months
36. grows her 17th tooth - 30 months
3. Takes solid food - 6.5 months
4. First tooth - 7 months
5. Potty trained (however, it's inconsistent) - 9 months
6. Action word (bye bye, shake hands, clap hands) - 9 months
Other action words: Give FIVE, 'mei mei'(pretty), 'pa pa'(frightened), 'bau bau'(full) [within 11months]
7. Utters nan nan & ba-ba, drinks from straw, stands up with support (in fact she'd rather stand even while bathing) - 10 months
8. Walks with support (round the table & pushing anything with wheels), Feeds herself(buns, biscuits) - 11 months
9. Climbs - 11.5 months
10. Walks without support, replaces covers, scribbles, calls Daddy - 13 months
11. Calls Mummy - 14 months
12. Down with cough - 14.5 months
13. Says bye-bye(or tata) while waving and a few other words eg. no need, no more, car - 15 months
14. Runs - 16 months
15. Grows her 13th tooth, walks down a flight of stairs while holding on to the railing - 17 months
16. Kicks a ball - 18 months
17. Grows her 14th tooth, potty trained(for big business only. In fact, she doesnt use the potty but the toilet bowl. Save me lots of unnecessary cleaning.) - 19 months
18. Drinks from cup, calls po-po, feeds herself with spoon, weans off the dummy - 19.5 months
19. Grows her 16th tooth - 20 months
20. Toilet trained - 22 months
21. 12kg, Operates electrical devices for eg. turning on/off tv, opening and closing the door(she uses her body to push the door close) - 24.5 months
22. Walks down the stairs on her own, jumps - 25.5 months
23. Writes number 1 and draws circles - 26 months
24. 13kg, completes a 12pc puzzle, has the strength to open the fridge, takes showers but it may not be clean - 27 months
25. 14kg, rides a tricycle, jumps steadily with 2feet away from the floor - 29 months
36. grows her 17th tooth - 30 months
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Touching Moments
I wonder if children can see with their eyes close or they can smell you even tho they are metres away from you. This is because when the kids are asleep and if I am in the same room, no problem. They sleep soundly. But the moment I leave the room, 1 of them would surely cry as if they could sense me being there or not. Tho I have mentioned this before but I couldnt help wondering why aloud again.
Something sweet happened yesterday while they were having their afternoon naps. Jerilyn woke up and when she saw Jesslyn, she said "Mei2 sleep". She crawled towards Jesslyn and kissed her forehead followed by lying next to her. I was touched by this. I was amazed how affectionate Jerilyn is.
When watching Barney, Jerilyn is also very affectionate. Towards the end of a movie, Barney will sing its theme song "I Love You". The song goes like this: I love You. You love Me. We are happy family. With a great big hug and a kiss from me to you.... This is when Jerilyn would come to us and give us a big hug and a big wet kiss. If she cant reach your cheek, she just kisses any part of your body ie legs, arms, hair etc... If we resist (when her mouth is dirty), she pulls us til her mouth touches us. Yikes!
As I have mentioned in my previous blog, Jerilyn sometimes read words to Mei2. Today she did the same. The difference is; 2 of them were lying on their tummies side-by-side. Jerilyn pointed to the whale in the book and said "Mei2, see... whale". She repeated a couple of times cuz Mei2 seemed indifferent to what she said.
Something sweet happened yesterday while they were having their afternoon naps. Jerilyn woke up and when she saw Jesslyn, she said "Mei2 sleep". She crawled towards Jesslyn and kissed her forehead followed by lying next to her. I was touched by this. I was amazed how affectionate Jerilyn is.
When watching Barney, Jerilyn is also very affectionate. Towards the end of a movie, Barney will sing its theme song "I Love You". The song goes like this: I love You. You love Me. We are happy family. With a great big hug and a kiss from me to you.... This is when Jerilyn would come to us and give us a big hug and a big wet kiss. If she cant reach your cheek, she just kisses any part of your body ie legs, arms, hair etc... If we resist (when her mouth is dirty), she pulls us til her mouth touches us. Yikes!
As I have mentioned in my previous blog, Jerilyn sometimes read words to Mei2. Today she did the same. The difference is; 2 of them were lying on their tummies side-by-side. Jerilyn pointed to the whale in the book and said "Mei2, see... whale". She repeated a couple of times cuz Mei2 seemed indifferent to what she said.
jesslyn's Milestone
1. Weans Night Feeds - 2.5months. I would like to make a correction here. She doesnt need any feeding between 11pm to 5am. Is 5am feed consider as night feed?2. Turns her body, holding her bottle while feeding, watches her fingers as if admiring them - 5months
3. Good hand control: Grasps and plays wt toys, arcs her body backward wanting to free herself, giggles while watching tv, lunges forward if she wants u to carry - 5.5months
4. Kicks vigorously. does pushups. eats solid(her 1st food is cereal, which is the easiest to prepare) - 6 months
3. Good hand control: Grasps and plays wt toys, arcs her body backward wanting to free herself, giggles while watching tv, lunges forward if she wants u to carry - 5.5months
4. Kicks vigorously. does pushups. eats solid(her 1st food is cereal, which is the easiest to prepare) - 6 months
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Vocabulary
May 12
Vocabulary
Jerilyn knows a wide range of nouns but she doesnt know how to put them into sentences. She lacks proficiency with other parts of speech ie pronoun, auxiliary verb, verb, adjective and adverb. In general, she can name shapes - square, triangle, circle. [She can draw circles and proudly tell us what she can draw], very few types of vegetables, the common domestic animals and wild animals(giraffe, zebra,), Sea creatures - fish, dolphin, sea horse, octopus, whale, crab etc..., most parts of the body - knee, ankle, tongue, tummy, numbers - she particularly likes odd numbers 1,3,5,7,8,9.
Her sentences include:
...dink milk. ...cannot see. ...sit here. ...come here. So nice. Take shower. ...close the door. Go down/up. Play .... or Dont play. Put here. Go away. Dont want. ... is here. This is .... No more/Finished. I want .... Give me.... Where is ..? There are many which I cant think of now and dont need elaboration here. Basically her sentences are 3-4words long.
She can speak a few words of Cantonese, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. The only word that she can use in 3 languages is "Pee". I think the urgency or importance of this word has made it easier for her to master other languages
Vocabulary
Jerilyn knows a wide range of nouns but she doesnt know how to put them into sentences. She lacks proficiency with other parts of speech ie pronoun, auxiliary verb, verb, adjective and adverb. In general, she can name shapes - square, triangle, circle. [She can draw circles and proudly tell us what she can draw], very few types of vegetables, the common domestic animals and wild animals(giraffe, zebra,), Sea creatures - fish, dolphin, sea horse, octopus, whale, crab etc..., most parts of the body - knee, ankle, tongue, tummy, numbers - she particularly likes odd numbers 1,3,5,7,8,9.
Her sentences include:
...dink milk. ...cannot see. ...sit here. ...come here. So nice. Take shower. ...close the door. Go down/up. Play .... or Dont play. Put here. Go away. Dont want. ... is here. This is .... No more/Finished. I want .... Give me.... Where is ..? There are many which I cant think of now and dont need elaboration here. Basically her sentences are 3-4words long.
She can speak a few words of Cantonese, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. The only word that she can use in 3 languages is "Pee". I think the urgency or importance of this word has made it easier for her to master other languages
Monday, May 11, 2009
Gratification
May 11
Gratification
I would like to dedicate this blog to myself and my husband.
First, I am shamefully proud to say that I CAN DRIVE! [I achieved my New Year's Resolution!!! The only NY's resolution that I could fulfill. HAHA!!] Not 10 minutes drive or driving in a desert-like area, which what I used to do, but driving for an hour to and fro Kampar. You may ask "What makes you drive?" My answer is I realise that I cannot be the little girl who always need daddy or hubby to chauffer me around.
I only had 1 lesson of long-distance driving to work accompanied by husband before I drove on my own to work the very next Monday. To me, it was no big deal that my husband accompanied me but when my colleagues asked & knew about my transportation that day, their response was "You have a good husband". I thought to myself "Wont any husband do the same?"
Once in a while, people remind me how great my husband is. During courtship, friends said "Your bf is a great person. He really 'sayang' you. Hv seen so many couples but havent met someone as loving as him." Now, friends say "You have a good husband." I know they were not just being polite. Doing house chores, taking care of children, cooking, chauffering, etc.... Dont all modern husbands do all these? Nevertheless, it's not only these that they praise. It's his sincerity and generosity. He has never taken advantage of any1 but readily offers his hand. He is also very sensitive towards people's needs. Am I taking him for granted?
Quote from The Road Less Travelled: Healthy couples instinctively will switch roles from time to time.
We just celebrate our 4th anniversary on 5/5.
Gratification
I would like to dedicate this blog to myself and my husband.
First, I am shamefully proud to say that I CAN DRIVE! [I achieved my New Year's Resolution!!! The only NY's resolution that I could fulfill. HAHA!!] Not 10 minutes drive or driving in a desert-like area, which what I used to do, but driving for an hour to and fro Kampar. You may ask "What makes you drive?" My answer is I realise that I cannot be the little girl who always need daddy or hubby to chauffer me around.
I only had 1 lesson of long-distance driving to work accompanied by husband before I drove on my own to work the very next Monday. To me, it was no big deal that my husband accompanied me but when my colleagues asked & knew about my transportation that day, their response was "You have a good husband". I thought to myself "Wont any husband do the same?"
Once in a while, people remind me how great my husband is. During courtship, friends said "Your bf is a great person. He really 'sayang' you. Hv seen so many couples but havent met someone as loving as him." Now, friends say "You have a good husband." I know they were not just being polite. Doing house chores, taking care of children, cooking, chauffering, etc.... Dont all modern husbands do all these? Nevertheless, it's not only these that they praise. It's his sincerity and generosity. He has never taken advantage of any1 but readily offers his hand. He is also very sensitive towards people's needs. Am I taking him for granted?
Quote from The Road Less Travelled: Healthy couples instinctively will switch roles from time to time.
We just celebrate our 4th anniversary on 5/5.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Jesslyn's 1st Trip
Oh No! I didnt take any photos of Jesslyn on her 1st holiday trip! With only 4 hands to handle 2 kids, it was a miracle we could hv a decent holiday without much obstacles and perspiration. Haha... after all, the trip was to Genting. I know.... Another trip to Genting AGAIN. The journey itself wasnt much of a problem cuz Jesslyn slept most of the time. Most probably the bumpy ride at the back of our MPV made her dizzy. When hubby and my parents were at the casino, the 3 of us stayed in the room. I only took the kids out when hubby was around. Nevertheless, Jerilyn managed to play 2 hours of various games, which include netball, car racing, musical motion cars, musical horse ride n a few machines with buttons for her to hit. She loved the netball the best, squeaking and jumping at every throw. Similar to her 1st ride half a year ago, she still doesnt like the musical horse ride. She looked bored and puzzled. As for Jesslyn, she only watches her sister play quietly. She was turning her head vigorously when she saw the beautiful lights. We also took them to watch a performance called Dreamz which featured some wild animals and stunts. The show lasted 1.5hours. Jerilyn n Jesslyn were both very obedient girls considering they had to stay in their seats for 1.5 hours. Jesslyn was restless and cried a few times but the loud blaring music sinked her voice. Jerilyn moved back and forth from 1 seat to another for 10 minutes but most of the time, she stayed seated, enjoying the show. I regretted not having any proof of Jesslyn's 1st outstatin trip. I didnt mention that the video head was dirty when I wanted to record them.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Shopping Experience
Going for outings nowadays need more energy and planning than ever before. We have to make sure that both the kids and us are fully charged. On a rare good day, Jessly would observe the world around her quietly while Jerilyn would happily shop and touching things without much hassle. On other days, Jesslyn doesnt want to stay in her stroller and Jerilyn is not contented wt just shopping. The first 10 minutes of shopping, Jesslyn in her stroller, Jerilyn's sitting in the trolley. Another 10 minutes, Daddy has to carry the small 1 and push the stroller while Mummy handles the shopping trolley with Jerilyn's help. After half an hour, Daddy carries the big 1 and the stroller while Mummy carries the lighter 1 while maneuvering the shopping trolley. By then, our clothes become crinkled and sloppy. My face is oily and my hair looks unkempt. Sometimes I feel like we are monkeys in the zoo - being watched and pitied esp when they start crying and kicking and stomping the floor.
Yesterday, I took the kids to a hypermarket. Jerilyn wanted to walk with me instead of being caged in the trolley. I was picking some carrots for like ... 6 secs and when I turned around, there was no trolley. I didnt panic cuz I know she wouldnt be far from me and the place was quite empty so it wouldnt be difficult to spot her. I looked around the corner and voila! There she was. Pushing the trolley on her own while calling "Mummy". She was calm too, looking around for me and she maneuvered the trolley very well. She didnt look lost and seemed to be in control.
Yesterday, I took the kids to a hypermarket. Jerilyn wanted to walk with me instead of being caged in the trolley. I was picking some carrots for like ... 6 secs and when I turned around, there was no trolley. I didnt panic cuz I know she wouldnt be far from me and the place was quite empty so it wouldnt be difficult to spot her. I looked around the corner and voila! There she was. Pushing the trolley on her own while calling "Mummy". She was calm too, looking around for me and she maneuvered the trolley very well. She didnt look lost and seemed to be in control.
Stereotypes
Since young, we learned that girls wear pink and boys wear blue. Girls play dolls and boys play cars. Mummy stays in the kitchen and Daddy goes to work. But, now, stereotypes have changed.
As I find that Jerilyn has too many boy toys(another stereotype), I bought her a doll house, which I have always wanted since I was young. So, MY DREAM came true when I bought a doll house. The house consists of furniture(of course), Daddy, Mummy, a girl and a dog. I love to arrange the furniture (compensating the lost childhood play) and I usually put 'Mummy' in the kitchen, 'Daddy in the living room, the girl in the bedroom n the dog on the balcony. One fine day, Jerilyn opens the house door n threw the dog outside. I guess she thinks the dog belongs outside the house as the stray dog at my mum's stays out too. What surprised me was she picked up 'Mummy' n threw her out too, saying "Mummy chuo kong (Mummy works - Mandarin). Bye2" and closed the door. I was dumbfounded but I had a good laugh tho I didnt feel comfortable. I am depressed cuz she threw me out of the house. Have I neglected her that she thinks I should stay out too like the dog? Will she throw me out of the house when she grows up? Today, she not only put me out, she also did the same thing with 'Daddy'. I have tried to accompany and play with them as much as possible whenever I am home. Think I am not doing enough for them.
As I find that Jerilyn has too many boy toys(another stereotype), I bought her a doll house, which I have always wanted since I was young. So, MY DREAM came true when I bought a doll house. The house consists of furniture(of course), Daddy, Mummy, a girl and a dog. I love to arrange the furniture (compensating the lost childhood play) and I usually put 'Mummy' in the kitchen, 'Daddy in the living room, the girl in the bedroom n the dog on the balcony. One fine day, Jerilyn opens the house door n threw the dog outside. I guess she thinks the dog belongs outside the house as the stray dog at my mum's stays out too. What surprised me was she picked up 'Mummy' n threw her out too, saying "Mummy chuo kong (Mummy works - Mandarin). Bye2" and closed the door. I was dumbfounded but I had a good laugh tho I didnt feel comfortable. I am depressed cuz she threw me out of the house. Have I neglected her that she thinks I should stay out too like the dog? Will she throw me out of the house when she grows up? Today, she not only put me out, she also did the same thing with 'Daddy'. I have tried to accompany and play with them as much as possible whenever I am home. Think I am not doing enough for them.
Monday, April 20, 2009
What Amuses Jesslyn
April 20
What amuse Jesslyn
Even though Jerilyn isnt very articulate yet [she only uses 3-4words in her sentences] but she must have thought that she has mastered English language cuz she has been teaching Mei2 the language. Other than naming pictures from books, she also flashes flash card n reads to Mei2. However, at most times, Jesslyn is unable too see the pictures cuz Jerilyn positions them in weird angles. Jesslyn seems to enjoy listening to Jie2. Everytime Jie2 talks to her or in action, it makes Jesslyn pays attn. Moreover, Jesslyn has different expression on her face; somex a smile or giggle, somex she looks puzzled n other times, she is just being attentive as if she is attending class. They adore each other.
One day, I was carrying Jesslyn while Jerilyn was climbing up the stairs. All of a sudden, Jesslyn chuckles aloud. She was laughing at Jerilyn. At first I thought I tickled her by accident. I dont know what was so funny but Jesslyn laughed at her sister climbing up the stairs. This happened twice so I am sure that I didnt tickle her. At another time, Jerilyn was playing with the door, closing and opening it repeatedly while I was also carrying Jesslyn. This made Jesslyn laughed too. What was so funny about it?
Laughter is contagious. Yesterday, it started with Jesslyn laughing at Jerilyn's action n Jerilyn was proud of herself. She laughed in return n then, Jesslyn laughed more. Mummy n Daddy laughed too n everyone just couldnt stop laughing. Children's laughter is the best sound on earth.
What amuse Jesslyn
Even though Jerilyn isnt very articulate yet [she only uses 3-4words in her sentences] but she must have thought that she has mastered English language cuz she has been teaching Mei2 the language. Other than naming pictures from books, she also flashes flash card n reads to Mei2. However, at most times, Jesslyn is unable too see the pictures cuz Jerilyn positions them in weird angles. Jesslyn seems to enjoy listening to Jie2. Everytime Jie2 talks to her or in action, it makes Jesslyn pays attn. Moreover, Jesslyn has different expression on her face; somex a smile or giggle, somex she looks puzzled n other times, she is just being attentive as if she is attending class. They adore each other.
One day, I was carrying Jesslyn while Jerilyn was climbing up the stairs. All of a sudden, Jesslyn chuckles aloud. She was laughing at Jerilyn. At first I thought I tickled her by accident. I dont know what was so funny but Jesslyn laughed at her sister climbing up the stairs. This happened twice so I am sure that I didnt tickle her. At another time, Jerilyn was playing with the door, closing and opening it repeatedly while I was also carrying Jesslyn. This made Jesslyn laughed too. What was so funny about it?
Laughter is contagious. Yesterday, it started with Jesslyn laughing at Jerilyn's action n Jerilyn was proud of herself. She laughed in return n then, Jesslyn laughed more. Mummy n Daddy laughed too n everyone just couldnt stop laughing. Children's laughter is the best sound on earth.
Monday, April 13, 2009
The Adorable Things They Do
Just like her big sister, Jesslyn prefers gong-gong to carry more than po-po. When she cries while po-po is carrying, gong-gong will come to the rescue by just supporting her neck with his hand TA-DA --- she stops crying.
There are 2 things they particularly do that takes my heart away. First is to see them lying side by side, chatting in their own language. Second is when Jesslyn giggles and chuckles at Jerilyn's cute actions. Jesslyn seems to looks up to her sister. Jerilyn has been teaching her sister new words too. Putting a big book straight up, she points to a picture and names the picture. Somex she says "Wei Lin, elephant." or "Wei Lin, see. Tiger."
When Jerilyn is in the mood to play piano, she picks a book, opens it n places it on the stand. Not only does she pretend to play a masterpiece, she sings as well. Its not very melodious but its sweet enough for my ears.
Last Saturday, Daddy brought us to Yeolde English to celebrate my belated birthday. As we usually order 3 sets of meal so that Jerilyn has her own share, that day we ordered seafood fried rice for her. At first she was happily feeding herself. Then, she was full n pushed the plate away. When I tried to coax her into taking a few more spoons, she looked up onto the ceiling and sang, pretending not to hear or see me. It was very cheeky of her.
After Jesslyn has taken her bath, it is routine for Jerilyn to squeeze out water from the small towel, turn the tub over to throw away the soaped water and putting it back where it belongs. She just loves doing things for others.
It takes me weeks to finish 1 blog cuz I just hardly have time to myself. 10 minutes break is the most I have at any 1 time. By the time I publish this, it is already 2 weeks old. I borrow a good book from the library which I intend to read during the holidays but after a few attempts to start reading it, I only managed to finish 3 paragraphs in the first page. Wonder if I can finish reading the whole book by the time the loan is due which is 4 months from now.
For the record, Jerilyn can solve a 12pc puzzle at 26months. She praises herself everytime she solves it. She would say 'pan-nai'(pandai) when she is able to do or identify a picture.
There are 2 things they particularly do that takes my heart away. First is to see them lying side by side, chatting in their own language. Second is when Jesslyn giggles and chuckles at Jerilyn's cute actions. Jesslyn seems to looks up to her sister. Jerilyn has been teaching her sister new words too. Putting a big book straight up, she points to a picture and names the picture. Somex she says "Wei Lin, elephant." or "Wei Lin, see. Tiger."
When Jerilyn is in the mood to play piano, she picks a book, opens it n places it on the stand. Not only does she pretend to play a masterpiece, she sings as well. Its not very melodious but its sweet enough for my ears.
Last Saturday, Daddy brought us to Yeolde English to celebrate my belated birthday. As we usually order 3 sets of meal so that Jerilyn has her own share, that day we ordered seafood fried rice for her. At first she was happily feeding herself. Then, she was full n pushed the plate away. When I tried to coax her into taking a few more spoons, she looked up onto the ceiling and sang, pretending not to hear or see me. It was very cheeky of her.
After Jesslyn has taken her bath, it is routine for Jerilyn to squeeze out water from the small towel, turn the tub over to throw away the soaped water and putting it back where it belongs. She just loves doing things for others.
It takes me weeks to finish 1 blog cuz I just hardly have time to myself. 10 minutes break is the most I have at any 1 time. By the time I publish this, it is already 2 weeks old. I borrow a good book from the library which I intend to read during the holidays but after a few attempts to start reading it, I only managed to finish 3 paragraphs in the first page. Wonder if I can finish reading the whole book by the time the loan is due which is 4 months from now.
For the record, Jerilyn can solve a 12pc puzzle at 26months. She praises herself everytime she solves it. She would say 'pan-nai'(pandai) when she is able to do or identify a picture.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
A Visit to the Clinic
Jesslyn had another immunisation today. At 3 months, she weighs 6kg; 59.5cm long. I took that opportunity to weigh Jerilyn (n myself), who is only 12.5kg at 25 months. As for me, all I can say is that the result motivated me to lose more kg. People have been passing positive comments n this has boost my confidence. My new year resolution is to shape back to 'before Jerilyn'.
Malaysia's Public Toilet
Our Malaysia's public toilets are well-kown for its...
Being that, I have trained myself not to use them except for the period when I was carrying babies.
Now, I wish to train Jerilyn this habit. Some many disagree with me for obvious reasons but I can't imagine bringing my 2-year old to the wet, smelly, often littered toilets.
In the beginning, when she said "boo-boo", which means 'I want to pee', I told her "Pee" as in pee in your pants. Yah! I know it was the wrong thing to say. It is embarassingly funny when I recall those incidents. Nevertheless, she didnt wet her pants until we reached home.
In our outings after that, CH took her to the toilets a couple of times but she didnt do her business as she wasnt comfortable with squatting while doing you-know-what. I wasnt confident enough to take er to the loo yet. Not sure if it was psychology or what but she came out a happy girl as if she had relieved herself. After that, I try to train her to do her business while squatting but at most times, she just laughs and nothing comes out.
Last Saturday was my 1st experience taking her to a public toilet. It was at a cafe. Thank goodness the toilet was clean. In fact, it was the cleanest I have visited in ages. I had trouble making sure only her shoes had contact with the surroundings.
A friend suggested that we only go to places where the toilets are clean but how many places with clean toilets can we find in Ipoh?
You may say that I could just let her pee in her diapers but the problem is she doesnt want to. She starts whispering "boo-boo" and points at you-know-where and if we dont take any action,she speaks louder and becomes more restless. It makes us laugh seeing her funny expression.
Wasted quite a number of unused diapers. Gotta train her.
Being that, I have trained myself not to use them except for the period when I was carrying babies.
Now, I wish to train Jerilyn this habit. Some many disagree with me for obvious reasons but I can't imagine bringing my 2-year old to the wet, smelly, often littered toilets.
In the beginning, when she said "boo-boo", which means 'I want to pee', I told her "Pee" as in pee in your pants. Yah! I know it was the wrong thing to say. It is embarassingly funny when I recall those incidents. Nevertheless, she didnt wet her pants until we reached home.
In our outings after that, CH took her to the toilets a couple of times but she didnt do her business as she wasnt comfortable with squatting while doing you-know-what. I wasnt confident enough to take er to the loo yet. Not sure if it was psychology or what but she came out a happy girl as if she had relieved herself. After that, I try to train her to do her business while squatting but at most times, she just laughs and nothing comes out.
Last Saturday was my 1st experience taking her to a public toilet. It was at a cafe. Thank goodness the toilet was clean. In fact, it was the cleanest I have visited in ages. I had trouble making sure only her shoes had contact with the surroundings.
A friend suggested that we only go to places where the toilets are clean but how many places with clean toilets can we find in Ipoh?
You may say that I could just let her pee in her diapers but the problem is she doesnt want to. She starts whispering "boo-boo" and points at you-know-where and if we dont take any action,she speaks louder and becomes more restless. It makes us laugh seeing her funny expression.
Wasted quite a number of unused diapers. Gotta train her.
TipToe
Jerilyn has been tip-toeing since she learned how to walk. You are right. She doesn’t walk on her soles, but on her toes. Every1 said she has the potential to take up ballet. We didn’t bother much back then because we were very sure she would get out of that habit and walk like a normal person. However, we are quite apprehensive now as this habit has caused her toes’ skin to crack and turn reddish. All this tip-toeing is putting too much pressure on her toes. We have tried explaining, scolding, beating and rewarding when she tip-toes. Nothing works. We wonder if she will actually drop this habit or will she walk like this forever? She even tip-toes with shoes on.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Inspiration
I've got the inspiration to write this after reading another mother's blog. Its about being a clean freak and passing it on to the kids. I have to admit that I am also a clean freak. I have high expectations of myself in maintaining the cleanliness of my home. I cleaned and cleaned that I think I was obsessed with it. I believe my dad is the one who instill this obsession in me. In fact, not only me but Jerilyn too. When she sees water, she would say "wet wet", take a cloth; any cloth at hand and wipe it dry while saying "mart mart"(wipe). She also does her cleaning at my MIL's and attempts to stack the chairs when we have finished our dinner. She is acting like a maid. CH had suggested to put her in the nursery when I started work but I totally objected. Other than for security purposes, what if she becomes the maid there? She is usually very willing to pick up toys for other kids. At home, she is being bullied by 2 of her cousins in the sense that 'they play, she keeps'.
In regards to cleanliness, when she sees a black spot on the wall, she comes to you, points at it and say "pa-pa"(frightened), thinking that it is an insect. She used to pester us until we got rid or tried to get rid of the "insect". As time goes by, she is more daring. If its on the wall, she will just point and say "insect". If its on the floor, she picks it up and gives to us, expecting us to praise her. This is because in the beginning, I praised her for being a good girl for picking up the insect n passing it to me. Now, she throws the whatever microscopic object herself.
She is also quite an organised person. After playing, she would put the things back to its original place. I would like to stress that this is not 100% consistent.
On the other hand, she is not much of a clean person at the table. She picks up the food from the table and puts in her mouth. Hmm... that could be her version of being clean. In the end, you would have thought that she is such a clever eater. Not dropping a single rice on the table.
For the past week, I hv been more relaxed because the maid has taken over my cleaning job. I dont hv to worry about the dirty floor n the sticky chairs and tables. I dont get all upset over spilt milk. I am not kiasu wt putting everything at exactly where they are supposed to be. N I dont get to bed at the end of the day wt a backache.
In regards to cleanliness, when she sees a black spot on the wall, she comes to you, points at it and say "pa-pa"(frightened), thinking that it is an insect. She used to pester us until we got rid or tried to get rid of the "insect". As time goes by, she is more daring. If its on the wall, she will just point and say "insect". If its on the floor, she picks it up and gives to us, expecting us to praise her. This is because in the beginning, I praised her for being a good girl for picking up the insect n passing it to me. Now, she throws the whatever microscopic object herself.
She is also quite an organised person. After playing, she would put the things back to its original place. I would like to stress that this is not 100% consistent.
On the other hand, she is not much of a clean person at the table. She picks up the food from the table and puts in her mouth. Hmm... that could be her version of being clean. In the end, you would have thought that she is such a clever eater. Not dropping a single rice on the table.
For the past week, I hv been more relaxed because the maid has taken over my cleaning job. I dont hv to worry about the dirty floor n the sticky chairs and tables. I dont get all upset over spilt milk. I am not kiasu wt putting everything at exactly where they are supposed to be. N I dont get to bed at the end of the day wt a backache.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Escapade
am pretty much ready to start work again after 3 months of holiday. Not looking forward but am not complaining either. My only complaint is I have to switch my waking time from 10am to 6am ie depriving 3 hours of sleep daily. This is not only punishment to me but my kids too. :-(
The past 3 months have been fulfilling yet exhausting. Like yesterday, I put them to bed for their afternoon nap, intending to finish setting my exam paper. Just when I got the idea, 1 of them cried and I had to put her to sleep again. I came down, started typing and in less than 5 minutes, there they go again. I could hear Jerilyn's footsteps down the stairs, wailing "Mummy! Mummy".
I need space; space to think, to relax, to meditate even to breathe. And I cant do all these wt 2 kids for 247.
I need a break from them. In reverse, I will be taking a break by going back to work.
The past 3 months have been fulfilling yet exhausting. Like yesterday, I put them to bed for their afternoon nap, intending to finish setting my exam paper. Just when I got the idea, 1 of them cried and I had to put her to sleep again. I came down, started typing and in less than 5 minutes, there they go again. I could hear Jerilyn's footsteps down the stairs, wailing "Mummy! Mummy".
I need space; space to think, to relax, to meditate even to breathe. And I cant do all these wt 2 kids for 247.
I need a break from them. In reverse, I will be taking a break by going back to work.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
No More Night Feeds
Jesslyn has been a good girl for the past few nights. We sleep at about 1am and she doesnt cry for milk until 7am+ the next day. On the other hand, it's Jerilyn who has been the culprit, crying in the middle of the night for unknown reasons. Only she knows. We could only make guesses like a bad dream or the need to pee. Daddy would bring her to the toilet. If she continues crying, he gets her a bottle of water.
As I have said in my previous blog, Jesslyn is naughty in another way. She wants people around her at most times. I have thought if only I could have a dummy of myself, sitting next to her. Now, I have to sit on a stool next to her to make her happy. What makes it worthwhile is when she smiles back at you, not only with her lips but her sparkling eyes.
As I have said in my previous blog, Jesslyn is naughty in another way. She wants people around her at most times. I have thought if only I could have a dummy of myself, sitting next to her. Now, I have to sit on a stool next to her to make her happy. What makes it worthwhile is when she smiles back at you, not only with her lips but her sparkling eyes.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Nothing Particular
Jesslyn loves company. Unlike Jerilyn who could play on her own, Jesslyn usually cries when she doesnt see any1 within her view. On the other hand, she will put on a big smile when she sees someone. When we talk to her, she coos and smiles. It feels like a real conversation. Jesslyn likes licking her hands, which is another contrast to Jerilyn.
When Jerilyn started walking on her own at 13 months, I was proud. It was because I was told that girls learn to walk later than boys, which means girls are suppose to learn walking at about 15months+. Recently, I know some baby girls who can walk quite steadily at 13months but I remember that Jerilyn was stumbling at that age. Conclusion is children at this generation learn things faster at a younger age than us.
Jerilyn makes a breakthrough every time she reaches a full age. When she was 1, she learnt how to walk. Last month, she stopped using diapers at home. Now, she doesnt need diapers at all. She can control her bowels at night and during outings until we reach home. Yesterday, we had to go out for 4-5hours and I doubt if she could control her bowels. I put her in diapers and when we reached home, her diapers was as dry as new. However, my mum and sis discourage this cuz it may have negative effects on her kidneys. Hmm... there is nothing I could do tho. I could take her to public toilets but if you have experienced using public toilets in Malaysia, you would only go if your bladders were about to burst.
I am disappointed with Jerilyn's performance at my sister's wedding dinner. She was clinging to her dad the whole time and was not her usual cheerful self. Not many photos were taken. As CH and I were the cameramen and the videomen, we were too busy taking photos of the wedding couple and caring for the babies that there was not much time for photo taking of us.
I have heard of many complaints that babies have fever after a jab. This is a piece of advice I would like to share: Feed your baby with the medicine provided the moment you reach home and continue giving for 24 hours. I had been doing this with Jerilyn and she had never develop a fever after a jab. Good Luck!
When Jerilyn started walking on her own at 13 months, I was proud. It was because I was told that girls learn to walk later than boys, which means girls are suppose to learn walking at about 15months+. Recently, I know some baby girls who can walk quite steadily at 13months but I remember that Jerilyn was stumbling at that age. Conclusion is children at this generation learn things faster at a younger age than us.
Jerilyn makes a breakthrough every time she reaches a full age. When she was 1, she learnt how to walk. Last month, she stopped using diapers at home. Now, she doesnt need diapers at all. She can control her bowels at night and during outings until we reach home. Yesterday, we had to go out for 4-5hours and I doubt if she could control her bowels. I put her in diapers and when we reached home, her diapers was as dry as new. However, my mum and sis discourage this cuz it may have negative effects on her kidneys. Hmm... there is nothing I could do tho. I could take her to public toilets but if you have experienced using public toilets in Malaysia, you would only go if your bladders were about to burst.
I am disappointed with Jerilyn's performance at my sister's wedding dinner. She was clinging to her dad the whole time and was not her usual cheerful self. Not many photos were taken. As CH and I were the cameramen and the videomen, we were too busy taking photos of the wedding couple and caring for the babies that there was not much time for photo taking of us.
I have heard of many complaints that babies have fever after a jab. This is a piece of advice I would like to share: Feed your baby with the medicine provided the moment you reach home and continue giving for 24 hours. I had been doing this with Jerilyn and she had never develop a fever after a jab. Good Luck!
Monday, February 2, 2009
CNY Gathering Findouts
I would say Jerilyn is an Extremist. During the CNY, she met with many of our friends and their children. Some said she is very 'chi-cha'(talkative), very playful and rough. A friend said she is shy. I say she is both to the extreme. When she feels insecure, she just stares and observes the other party. But when she plays, she is the other extreme.
Some were surprised we give her CHOCOLATE-flavoured milk. They claim that their children will fall sick as soon as they eat chocolate or other junks. No wonder when I offered their children(some as old as 6) chocolates, the mothers were hysterical, allowing only 1 pc as if I was giving them poisoned chocolates.
Some were surprised we give her CHOCOLATE-flavoured milk. They claim that their children will fall sick as soon as they eat chocolate or other junks. No wonder when I offered their children(some as old as 6) chocolates, the mothers were hysterical, allowing only 1 pc as if I was giving them poisoned chocolates.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Baby Blues
Finally, delivery is over. Confinement is over. Now the bringing up. When will it be over?
Generally the confinement this time is not as tension as it was last time. Tension because I couldnt produce enough milk n didnt hv the confidence that I could fulfill my baby's needs. If only I was more patient. If that was not depressing enough, my MIL demonstrated her expertise (not that I dont appreciate her unconditiona help) with my baby that made me depressed for months n lowered my self esteem. Was it the baby blues?
Hmm.... Why am I talking about the past? Ok. Back to reality. This time around, I made sure that I had my 2 kids with me full-time. Accepting help only for food and laundry. It was tough. Somex, 1 cried after another. Other times, both cried and seemed to compete to see who wins in getting my attn. At the end of the day, I could feel the consequences when my back hurt when I lied down flat on the bed. However, I have no regrets and I would have done the same if I have to go through it again. I love to have them both together.
Now, I dont mind that my sister has brought Jerilyn over to my ma's place while I rest. Why is it ok now while it wasnt last month? Baby blues again?
Generally the confinement this time is not as tension as it was last time. Tension because I couldnt produce enough milk n didnt hv the confidence that I could fulfill my baby's needs. If only I was more patient. If that was not depressing enough, my MIL demonstrated her expertise (not that I dont appreciate her unconditiona help) with my baby that made me depressed for months n lowered my self esteem. Was it the baby blues?
Hmm.... Why am I talking about the past? Ok. Back to reality. This time around, I made sure that I had my 2 kids with me full-time. Accepting help only for food and laundry. It was tough. Somex, 1 cried after another. Other times, both cried and seemed to compete to see who wins in getting my attn. At the end of the day, I could feel the consequences when my back hurt when I lied down flat on the bed. However, I have no regrets and I would have done the same if I have to go through it again. I love to have them both together.
Now, I dont mind that my sister has brought Jerilyn over to my ma's place while I rest. Why is it ok now while it wasnt last month? Baby blues again?
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Another Milestone
I am proud to announce that Jerilyn doesnt need napkins or pampers at home anymore. It is such a relief as I dont hv to do double or triple laundry everyday. Saves a lot of water. We still put her on pampers at night and during outings. Sometimes, she could control her bowel until the next morning. That's something to be proud of for a 2 year old girl.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Building Character
Going into 2 years old, Jerilyn has built her own personality and one of Jerilyn's character that we observe is Affectionate. She shows her love unreservedly. She could just come up to you anytime and kisses you. The person who gets the most kisses is Jesslyn. She just couldnt stop kissing her sister once she started; kisses the eye, the cheek, the forehead etc... She is also very Playful. Some said she is rough for a girl. You can hear her shrieks and laughter in a room of 20-30 people. When she plays, she is usually the loudest among the kids. Other than that, she is an Independent person. As I have mentioned in my earlier blog, she feeds herself, tries to change clothes on her own, carries her own stuff such as bath tub, bag, tumbler, not clingy to Daddy and Mummy etc....[to be continued]
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Double Celebration
We are celebrating Jesslyn's Fullmoon tomorrow. Its 4 Jan 2009 (9th of month 12 in the lunar calendar). Why do I mention the lunar calendar? I dont usually observe lunar calendar unless it has certain significance such as CNY or my wedding date. So, it is significance tomorrow because it coincides with Jerilyn's 'chinese' birthday. Again, we dont usually celebrates 'chinese' birthday but since it's also a fullmoon, it's a double celebration.
In fact, on the day Jesslyn was born, in the lunar calendar, it was 11th of month 11, which coincides with my 'chinese' wedding date. Again, it was a double celebration.
In fact, on the day Jesslyn was born, in the lunar calendar, it was 11th of month 11, which coincides with my 'chinese' wedding date. Again, it was a double celebration.
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