We have been putting the kids at Grandma Chang’s place for the last 2 weekends while we practiced for our recital. Am pleased that we managed to spend some couple time away from the kids while doing something that we love and hasn’t have the time since the arrival of Yee Ruu - Playing the violin and meeting up with friends during our practices.

The recital went smoothly. It was held at Alliance Francise Theatre. The adult students (that means us) played a couple of pieces as an ensemble (which was less terrifying compared to going solo) such as Song from Secret Garden, Largo, 沙滩 and 深情难了.

This is my favourite picture of my two girls enjoying their bath together. I count my blessings everyday to have my kids growing up happy and well.

I have been spending quite a lot of time with my 2 little ones during these 2 months. On some days when I have the energy, Yee Sinn and I will do a little craft work together. We either do some painting, drawing or making things with recycled items. I may enroll her in a proper art class soon as she has told me she would like to learn drawing. Hopefully I will be able to find one that is near home. Wish me luck!

I’m happy that things have somewhat settled down into a more regular routine with Yee Ruu as a new addition to the family. As she is now more responsive, hubby has also been more involved with looking after her while I take a break every now and then. (Yes, spousal support is really, really, really very important to keep one’s sanity with 2 kids at home.)

First day of the new year-No scolding, no shouting and yelling and no crying. That’s the rule of the day for ushering in the Year of the Rabbit. With Yee Ruu as a new addition to the family, I was pretty worried about the logistic of bringing another kid around for the new year visitings. Am really glad that my fears were unfound as we spread out the visits and took our time at each destination.

The entire family was up and about early in the morning. We ate some mee sua with ingredients from the reunion dinner the night before before showering the kids. First stop of the day – Burmese temple. The entire family headed down to the Burmese temple to seek blessing for the coming year. It was a quick affair that didn’t take more than 20 mins.

After dropping of Grandma Lee back home, we all went to Grandma Chang’s place. The kids were pretty excited to meet their cousins. They basically helped themselves to the Chinese new year goodies and the usual toys like playdough etc while we adults exchange ang pows and chatted. We also dropped by another 2 aunties’ place before retreating home for a short rest.

It was not long after Hubby’s sister and family popped by for a visit. They were here for quite a while before all of us (they included) headed to another relatives’ place for dinner. It was a rare visit from hubby’s sister because they usually celebrate their new year in Muar. However, due to the flood in Malaysia, the family decided to keep things simple and stay put in Singapore. The next 2 days were the usual visits to the relatives from Hubby’s side of the family.

Am so glad to that I survived a rather hectic New Year! Lets hope we'll have a smooth year ahead.

A last picture taken on the last day of the Tiger year.

Gong Xi Fa Cai everyone. As it would be long day during the first day of the Chinese New Year, we all decided to turn in early so that everyone will wake up fresh and alert in the morning.

May this be a "Bounciful Rabbit Ear" for all!