Plop goes the fried ice -cream

I love it when funny things happen.

Story of 2014! 

We bought the a fried ice-cream from the mobile night market near our place. I walked ahead of Mr Chang to overtake a family feeding their toddler girl on the pavement. Then I heard Edward went: "OEI!!!". I turned backed and saw a frozen Edward with eyes fixed on ground. I followed his gaze and found both the cup and fried ice-cream on the ground, about 1 metre apart. I hurriedly picked up the fried ice-cream and placed it back into the cup because I knew he TRIPPED (haha). Surprisingly I contained my laughter (very well) cause the family turned around to look too. The very apologetic husband looked at my with puppy eyes and offered to get a new one for us. But I blew off whatever sand I could and went ahead to take a bite anyway. :D

Thank you for making me laugh so hard. Love you dear!

Valentine's 2014

We met for lunch on valentine's day 2014! I was very excited to go on a lunch date with hubby.

We tried Lee's Taiwanese at Star Vista and it was delicious. Settled for $38 CNY fortune set for 2, which came with pork braised rice, mee sua, 2 small bowls of soup, cabbage, crispy salted chicken, beancurd, cold dish (braised egg, kelp and cucumber), and 2 glasses of lychee juice.

Definitely going back to try their beef noodles and milk tea!

Four years!

It's been 4 years since we said "I do!".

Just like any other couple, we are imperfect human beings and have been through many series of ups and downs. We laugh most of the time. We quarrel sometimes. Tolerate and compromise all the time.

The husband is a very sweet man. He took half day off from work to bring me out, even managed to drop by the florist for some sunflowers, and gave me a gift.

Thank you for everything dear hubby! ♥

Adventure Cove Waterpark

Time for a couple date! This time we visited Adventure Cove Waterpark, one of the latest attraction in Resorts World Sentosa (RWS). Bought the tickets at corporate rates (less 15%) before I left my previous organisation.

Had to drop off Colin at my mum's place before we headed out! We are very grateful for our parents for taking care of Colin so we can have some couple time. Well, that's a topic for another day.

We parked our car at Habourfront after concluding that parking would be cheapest there. Had lunch with cable car view at Food Junction located at level 3. I ate one of my comfort food - beef noodle. 

Beef Noodle (dry)

Proceeded to the park to have fun!IIthis was my second visit to the park, his first though. so I knew exactly which rides tipped towards the exciting scale. In view of the threatening weather, I suggested snorkelling at Rainbow Reef first. Wish I had a waterproof camera to snap pictures of the pretty fishes and reefs seen there. 

It poured shortly after we got said goodbye to the colourful fishes. We floated along Adventure River (cause the water was much warmer!)  and wow-ed at the different habitats we experienced. Love the sting rays coming up to us! 

S$35 Underwater picture taken by the park's photographer (love my seal-like husband here)

Next we went to Spiral Washout to start our adrenaline engines. Hubs isn't a fan of all things exciting. There wasn't any queue for this attraction hence he didn't have time to ask me about the ride. He commented that it was okay, probably cause he couldn't see a thing with his glasses away from him, at the storage rack. Heh.

Afraid that he might not try all attractions, I hurriedly walked to Riptide Rocket! The star attraction of the park; Southeast Asia’s first hydro-magnetic coaster! The queue was 1hour, more than enough time for questioning. 

"Why are there so many people queuing for this ride?"

"I heard people screaming! Is this some scary ride?"

I tried not to display any emotion on my face. The more I suppressed, the easier it was for hubs to tell I was trying to hide something. I had to tell him something, and that something was... "Just a rollercoaster type of ride. Long queue cause it's some sort of a first in water parks". 

Nearing our turn, we could see people coming out of the tunnels, complete with screams, all sorts of expression and capsizing floats. And so it was our turn............................

WOOOOOHOOOOO! Up and down, up and down, up and down! We made it out without capsizing! Hubs said it was quite fun, not scary. Phew. 

After that we just lazed around the wave pool, went up to the lookout area, which happened to oversea the soon-to-open dolphins area. I can spend hours and hours just looking at them jumping in and out of water. I wished they were out in the ocean though. Sigh. 

Anyway, if you remember Fantasy Island, I think Adventure Cove is almost as good. If comparing against Wild Wild Wet, I place my vote for Adventure Cove. 

Hong Kong Day 1

This is us, on Jetstar that will bring us to Hong Kong for a holiday from 30 Mar to 6 Apr 2013. 

We topped up $25 each for the exit seat. The flight stewardess briefed us on Mayday! Mayday! procedures and went on with her duties.

Upon landing, we proceeded to the Airport Express ticketing counter and purchased our tickets to Kowloon Station. 

Hubs was very impressed by the clean train interior.

and was... captivated by the train ride so he went snap happy despite me telling him that it is impossible to get a clear shot in a fast moving train.

We stopped by some food joint at Kowloon Station for a quick meal before the free shuttle bus departed for Yau Ma Tei area. 

Wished Singapore has this too. Delicious rice and soup takeaway, perfect for our CBD area! 

We took the K5 bus, alighted at The Cityview and walked over to our accommodation under the romantic drizzles. This was the first trip we forgot to bring our umbrella, and it turned out to be the wettest trip so far.

Let me share about our accommodation, The Salvation Army Booth Lodge. It was the best accommodation during the trip. 

These are our hotel beds; no idea why the receptionists didn't give us a room with queen sized bed. Do we not look like a couple? 

Both of us liked the toilet a lot. He liked it cause it was bright in the day. I liked it cause.... there...was... a... BATHTUB! Nothing beats soaking in a warm tub after a day of walking, or chores.

We headed out after a short rest. First stop, the famous Tin Hau Temple (天后廟) @ Yau Ma Tei. 

The weather was getting unkind. Our shoes and socks were soaked thoroughly, making us desperately for warmth. Walked by the famous Yee Shun Milk Company. Hopped in and ordered delicious mango ice (so much for warmth!), almond milk and toast bread.

The weather forecast reflected rain and thunderstorms the entire week. We had to get new shoes to protect our feet from the rainwater. So we headed to nearest MTR, which was Yau Ma Tei Station. Took the train and alighted at the next station, Mong Kok. 

Hubs was sneezing due to the weather. We walked around Mong Kok, the well known shopping district. But did not fancy anything. Off to the Ladies' Market just round the corner, in hope of getting water resistant footwear. 

We managed to get more than our footwear! Rewarded ourselves with real warm food to beat the cold. Came across this traditional noodle shop. Had some soupy food and returned to the hotel. 

My shopping loot from Ladies' Market. Yes, RAIN BOOTS. Laughs!

Places of Attraction

Tin Hau Temple 天后廟

Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon
MTR Yau Ma Tei Station Exit C, walk along Man Ming Lane to Temple Street.

Ladies' Market

Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
MTR Mong Kok Station, Exit E2. Walk along Nelson Street for two blocks

The things he asks

Top 5 questions he asks:
- Do you want to watch a movie?
- What would you like to have for dinner?
- Can I go Popular/ Kinokuniya/ any other book store?
- Can I go massage?
- Can I eat ice-cream?

Love you sweetie. :D

I wonder if the questions will change after Colin joins us.

Transformer @ RWS

We went through a chronological progression of the 27-year-old Transformers, beginning with the classic 'Generation 1' era. The exhibition was okay other than queueing 45mins to get into the merchandise area! =S

爱心日

Hubs prepared breakfast for me! He was such a sweetie for spreading margarine instead of butter, and placing a slice of cheese... :) I was really afraid he might prepare butter bread for me. Haha.

Then he surprised me with my all time favorite Ritz Strawberry Strudel after work.... and prepared mama milk for me before bedtime.

A day filled with lotsa love. :D

Updates on pregnancy!
32 weeks and hiccuping! Colin hiccups daily, anytime of the day - feels like a regular pulse from within.

My bump measured 39inches today. Hope we are gaining sufficient weight. I don't have much appettite lately. So hubs prepares mama milk for me to ensure I'm getting enough nutrients.

Colin starts fidgeting quite a bit whenever I lie on my back (so much more comfortable!), so I have to rest/sleep sideway. :)

We decided to do away with the doula package with Four Trimesters. This means we will deliver Colin together, as a team. :) I am still sourcing for hypnobirthing class though. If you ask me, yes, rooting for drug free natural birth. My birth plan is more or less fixed. Hopefully Colin coorperates by getting into the right position first! Be our good boy okay?

Looking forward to next appointment on 14 April, my 28th birthday!

A little gesture

*Hubs fiddling with the alarm clock*

Wife: What are you doing dear?
Hubs: Re-setting the alarm (earlier) so I can make breakfast for you.
Wife: *melts*

A little gesture goes a long way in marriage. ^_^

Little musings

We've shifted back to our love nest on 12 Mar@9.45am. But temporarily sleeping in the guest room till our Sea Horse mattress arrives.

The husband finds the guest room too bright to snooze in bed cause it doesnt have curtains. And he was soooo cute!

Last afternoon, I woke him up after his 2hr nap so we could head out to meet his friends. He got up, went to bedroom, which I assumed he was getting ready. Guess what? I found him sleeping flat on the foam mattress! Haha

This morning, he woke up, walked to our bedroom hugging his pillow like a little kiddo, laid the foam mattress on the floor, and slept.

Enjoy your quiet mornings and nights while it lasts darling. :)

This Means War

We went on a date on 29 Feb! Caught 'This Means War' at AMK Hub. I thought it was just another fighting show; Turned out to be so wrong. It's war, yea, but love war! :D

Interesing to see how and what guys do to impress girls. There was a phrase that I was attracted to.

"Don't choose the better guy, choose the one that makes you a better person..."

How true?

Chemistry

How we got to know each other. So healthy right? :P

Love note from hubby

*Melts*

Sometimes...

He says silly things too.

"Where is the nailclipper? My toes are too long, I want to trim it."

Toooooo funny!

Happy 2nd Anniversary!

Chang Boon Leong family just turned 2 years old!

This time of December happened to be my super peak period at work. So we didn't take time off from work but headed to Bishan Junction 8 for a simple dinner at Ambush. Their beef bolognese was awesome! Hubs tried crispy chicken aglio olio, which was nice too! I want to try their sausages and grilled fish next time! Looks like we will be patronising the restaurant again very soon.

After dinner we walked past a spectacles shop and I got him to try on a few frames. He ended up getting 2 pairs of specs for $700. I blame the transitional lens and his high degree for the $$$! If only his degree was lower cause the spectacles shop was offering frames and lens for $88. Oh well. I love him the same.

Year 2011 was a rollercoaster. We've been through quite a bit of events - me taking a short break from work, him going through a minor surgery, then our miscarriage, holiday to Taiwan and Australia.

Thank you for being there for, and with me. There is so much more we can improve though! :P

Moving on, I'm really looking forward to next year. :) May God grant us the wisdom, patience and love to keep each other sane, and continue to grow stronger as a couple.

Loving you, Wifey kAm

Meow Chang is back

The alarm was set at 11.20pm. My plan was to nap for 20mins before proceeding to the airport to pick up the boy, whose flight was scheduled to land at 12.15am.

The anxiety at the thought of being able to see and hug him kept me tossing and turning for awhile before tiredness took over. Then, I jolted myself awake, thinking that the nap felt more than 20mins - the alarm clock shows 12.17 (my clock was ahead by a few minutes). I picked up my phone frantically (caused a big mess in the process) and checked the exact time - 12.11am. His flight? Already landed. Hahahah!

The mess of a murdered alarm



I changed and left our home in a lightning speed. By 12.14am, I was on my way to carpark, dropped him a msg informing I overslept. He took it graciously and told me not to fly over. :))

Finally arrived at the airport around 12.30am. Welcome home TK Meow Chang. I missed you. :D

For the record, this was why he has a new middle name.

Couple Issue #1

Does your family have a bad habit?

We do. We always conveniently leave our things on the bedroom floor, to a point of trapping dust, fur and spider webs. Yes, spider webs. The things could be left on the floor for weeks, or even months! It could be due to the lack of shelves or just plain laziness.

Whatever the reason, we've decided to kick that habit by imposing a fine of $2 per item to the other party if caught! hahaha. Since then (a week ago), we are proud to declare our bedroom floor is clutter free! Feels really good to come home to a neat and clean setting. It takes 2 to clap! :D