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Category: Looking forward
As the heading suggested, i’m revising my second half year resolutions. I’m in need of a remedy for a much better time management when i need to divide my time to look after 4 persons (husband, Chloe, Ian and myself) very soon. And that means, i need to sleep earlier like 10pm and wake up earlier at 7am. Then i have to wash up and get myself ready before i pull my husband and two kids out of bed and get them all ready by 8am the latest (assuming all goes well with no sickness and/or extraordinary items in the daily itinerary). Okay. Maybe another 15 minutes of extended time if needed.
By the time we’re out on the road to nanny, it might take us another 20 minutes (traffic jam accounted) and another 20 minutes drive to office (+/- time accounted). It will be about 9am when i reach my office and another 30 minutes spared for breakfast (somewhere near the office). I shall start working at 9.30am.
This is the most ideal routine that i could think of for now but practically, we shall see if this is going to work. I hope to have longer day time to spend and accomplish more in terms of family and work. I need to find the equilibrium between family, work and time for myself.
I feel odd. I can’t feel myself again. I throw up mostly after the noon and later in the evening, unlike first time that i could eat whatever i want. I get so exhausted that i fall asleep on office chair in the noon. I have back pain now and then.
Amazingly, my body was well-trained in the past one year. I can still mop the floor, pick up my 11 kgs girl, rock her to sleep at night, do house chores and afterall, stay alive during the day. I’m blessed.
I keep saying i need a holiday. YES! I want a holiday. I demand a holiday. I had been pregnant. I had strived through the rough 10 months. I had given birth. I had been through the toughest first few months of nurturing a baby. I am stuck in Kuching for almost 1.5 years. With cheap air fares floating in the air almost anywhere in Malaysia, I’m still stuck in Kuching. Now, can i have my holiday please? I don’t ask much. Anything like this:
Bring on the Alaska fishing vacation
And i might fish these giant Halibuts~
Or, bring me to:
Egypt! So i can have a bumpy camel ride
Or see the sphinx in Giza
Or witness for myself those ancient drawings on the stone walls
Or visit their citadel
OR bring me to Greece, anytime!
OOooh!! LOVE the white and sea blue rooftops and the deep blue seas!
And the ruined old times architecture in Athens
And the houses mounted on desolated stone hills or whatever you call that
….
Okay, back to work now. BUT, internet pictures alone are NOT enough to satisfy my curiosity of those mysteries lying in all parts of the world. I will, i will visit you all one day~
P/S: My soul longs for a great length backpack trip to Europe (Hubby, you see this? ;P)
No, it’s not the Denmark the Denmark. It’s Denmark located far down south in Western Australia. It’s quite a secluded spot (Well, i’ve never heard of this place before i went there with hubby right after our engagement back in (erm, let me recall) May 2006. Oh my, that long already ah? I’m getting old (-er).
Okay. Back to Denmark. I can’t wait for this April’s trip back home to Perth. I miss my family so much. I miss Perth so much. That’s where i belong.
Chimes Spa Resort
See see! That's the entrance to the accommodation's lobby and be prepared to be greeted by a super friendly long fur-coated doggie. Forgot the name, paiseh
When we went in May, the weather was getting cold and we woke up to a layer of cloud covering the lower land. The scene was awesome! It seemed like we were wrapped in the midst of the clouds.
And yes, they DO have this personal spa tub in your very own room!
And that view!
I think this is exactly the same room we had. It was very spacious and luxurious
And the spa treat located on the 2nd floor in the room! You have to take a few staircases up the the bedroom floor.
And what’s the most exciting part?
The 'Cabana'
Comfy spacious living room! Oh, forgot to mention that my parents will be joining us as well! It will be a memorable family gathering at THE CABANA! With that can-die-for view at the back, it's just marvelous~
Oh, not to forget the gorgeous big kitchen where yummilicious meals to be made. What we would do in a secluded haven without a fully equipped kitchen??
Photo courtesy from www.chimes.com.au
And we’re going to stay there in this trip! ^_^ I just so look forward to it~Aww~the mist~the BANANA CABANA! What does the owner say about this shelter?
‘The Cabana’ (pictured on the right) is an architect designed Sante Fe style building designed for maximum privacy for 1 or 2 couples with plenty of living space. Whilst children are permitted it should be noted that the Cabana has been designed as an adult retreat. The property is called, ‘Whispers, Secrets & Rumours’. The building is called the ‘Cabana’.
Attention to Detail
Apart from the sheer pleasure of generous living space there are a few little details that help provide the finer points of a luxurious lifestyle. The windows alongside the spas are double glazed to minimize condensation which would impact on the enjoyment of your view. The ensuite mirror above the sink is heated for the same reason – albeit a different view! There is a large heated towel rail in each ensuite. The mattresses are the best commercial kingsize available and should ensure a good night’s rest.
Sleeping/bathing Arrangements
The Cabana has two spacious master suites, each of which features a king size bed, a raised en suite with designer vanity, double-sided mirror, deluxe separate massage shower and separate toilet. Both master suites have spa baths, (a total of 3 spa baths), bathrobes, spa additives and heaps of towels, including beach towels. In addition there is a recessed pull down Queensize bed in the living area, thus allowing for a total of 6 guests. A foldabed is also available. There is a separate third toilet & small wash basin. The beds in the master suites are fitted with electric blankets as well as continental quilts and throw rugs. Remember as the sun goes down here so does the temperature – so bring a jumper.
And one thing for sure, we might not enjoy the stay like how we used to 3 years before, with an addition in the family. She demands full attention. We’ll see how it goes.
I’m racing with time this year. Without realising, it’s already 35th day since New Year and it’s the 10th day of Lunar Calendar. Another 5 days the celebration of Chinese New Year is coming to an end. No more exciting events coming up apart from the vacation trips we’ll make in April to Perth and September to Krabi. Time passes quicker than i thought and even though i’m busy all the time, i find myself living a life that i enjoy.
I love my both families. I love my newly-formed family of 3. I love my dear husband. I love my dear dear daughter. I am thankful i have a job during this recession period and being foreign in this country. I am very thankful that there’s no need for me to worry for my next meal or shelter. I am even more thankful that i’m still breathing snd that i still wake up, looking into husband’s and daughter’s deep asleep faces. Everyday, we are to count our blessings instead of being grumpy and complain what the world owes us. Be thankful and then, we can live contented and then comes the happiness.
Recently, it has been raining non-stop in Kuching. It’s the time of the year for rainy season but some people claimed the weather has changed nowadays. It should have cleared and sunny sun should come out from hiding. Let’s give it some time shall we? It’s not like we can do anything about it. Mountains of washings couldn’t dry up hanging rack by rack like some flowery decorations in the backyard. Laundry services enjoy some extra income during this period. And i’m sitting in my office on the 3rd floor enjoying a panoramic view of a milo-like-colour river nearby.
How’s Chloe’s progress so far? Once she hits her 3rd month:
Milk Milk – Upgraded from 5oz to 5.5oz per 5 hours
Weight – She weighs about 7.4kgs now. Almost as heavy as a sack of rice.
Sleeping – Due to the upgrade, she can sleep through her nights now. At least, she has been sleeping through for the past 6 nights.
Skin rashes – She plays and sucks her hand and thumbs then spread the saliva across the face, leaving ugly rashes on both her cheeks. She has sensitive complexion. A friend suggested me to use Vaseline but i haven’t try it on her yet since the rashes seem to be subsiding now.
Motor skill – Her big watery eyes keep tracking for passing objects and people around her. She can play on her own for at least 10 mins before breaking into cries. She can look at an object held in front of her and tries to reach it with her hands but she prefers right hand more and from that, i guess she will be right handed next time. She breaks into big laughters when her daddy kacau and plays with her but when mummy does that, she, the most, gives me a smile only. So unfair! I’m jealous. Just as newborn can only recognise red, black and white colours only, i flashed some picture cards with those 3 colours in front of her and immediately, they catch her attention. She tried to hold the cards in her hands but this mummy afraid she might get paper cut so she removed them immediately. She tried to hold her own milk bottle but not succeeding yet.
Turn from back to lie on tummy – Not yet but half way. She would lift both her legs up into the air and the weight from the legs will help her to turn to the side but she just stuck there. She’s half way to success.
Cuddle – She doesn’t want to lie flat in arms. She loves to be held upright with her chin resting on our shoulder so that she can look at the world and people passing by. She likes to see herself in the mirror. My sister claimed she might think that there’s another baby friend in the mirror. She can laugh to herself looking at the mirror.
Babble – Still babbling. She talks frequently now. She gu and ga all the time when you talk to her in the face. Then she laughs to herself again. ^_^
3 months old is a very interesting stage. I guess it will be even more interesting when she grows older then she start to talk back to you of what you say?
I’m not abandoning my blog. I simply can’t adjust my time round and make time for this. I’m still improving. Give me some time. (someone submitted her complaint already!)
New year resolutions:
1. Love myself – As i’ve said above, i’m still adjusting my time around and make some time for myself. Do something that i enjoy. Blog. Exercise. Laze around not doing anything productive. Eat healthily. Think positively.
2. Love my family – Easy to say than done. Of course, i love my husband and daughter but things get messed up sometimes and temper comes up from nowhere. Still improving. Love my husband more. Enjoy my daughter’s growing up milestones.
3. Work hard – Contradicting to the above but must work hard this year (and yet find quality time for myself). I’ve spent my previous year being pregnant and abandoning my works. So, one year’s job to catch up with.
What’s your resolutions??
Happy New Year and Happy ‘Moo Moo’ Year for the Chinese!
