Caitlin's 4th Birthday

Fried Sotong

 

This is one of my signature dish. The kids love it. I learn how to cook this from the internet. I'm not much of a cook and was pleasantly surprised when it turned out well on my first attempt. Since then, I cooked it several times. It still amases me what I can pick up from the internet. So many recipes and so little time. Culinary adventures - a good way to de-stress and show your loved ones that you care enough to cook up a storm for them.   

  

July to August 2012 in Photos

We have been having a blast. Most of our weekends are dedicated to the kids where they do lots of activities both in and out doors and lots of family time as well. They are growing fast and learning to be more independent. Over the last two months both Ryan and Caitlin have been given more responsibilities and this requires a lot of patience on the adult and persuasion.

They still fights over the silliest of things and they will also help each other out. It's good to see them growing together and learn how to tolerate each other. I am not sure how their relationship will be when they grow up. If instill from young, my hope is that they will be close to each other. And we the parent shall lead the way.  

Fever, Flu and Cough

Occasionally, Catlin will catch the flu bug and besides having fever, she will also develop cough before fully recover. Since she's our second child, we are already fully aware of the types of medication needed and more importantly, which medication works for them. If Ryan have fever, ibuprofen works better for him than paracetamol.

For Caitlin, her medication will be paracetomal for fever; piriton for her flu and bena expectorant for cough. No need antibiotic this time around and will plenty of rest, she will be ok soon. 

Caitlin's Doodles

Some of Caitlin's doodles - she just love playing with colours.
Just in case you are wondering - the potatoes heads are actually Mr Sun (with a makeover!) shinning ever so brightly.

Iron Kid Champ

Ryan took part (I think it's his 3 outing) and I was pleasantly surprised that he emerged as the overall champion. He contributed it to his high score for bowling and that his team came in either 1st or 2nd for other events.

He's thrilled to bits. Looking at this photo makes me realised how grown up he has become. A few more years before the rebellious teenage years kicks on.

Time to Reflect

It's good to look back
Both the good and the bad
And try to understand
Why we are wired like that

It's not to find fault
But to shed light
Perhaps to make things right
And to untangle the internal fights

What has happened cannot be changed
But the future has not been paint
Take them in and turn them around
For it's you who decide whether it's up or down