The Kwah Family

Re-visit Melacca

2011-08-27T22:21:00.000-07:00

It has been quite a while we did not go for outings, so, we decided to visit Melacca again with Zoe, her 2nd trip there. Even though it's almost 1 year apart from her 1st visit, Zoe remembers the place especially the trishaw ride and insist to go for one, every time we passes by one.

So after Daddy and Popo finished foot reflexology session, we brought Zoe for her trishaw ride at Dataran Pahlawan. Zoe definitely enjoy the ride and busy looking around throughout the journey.

This trip is one of the relaxation trip before I go for maternity and will be bounded with 1 month confinement .

Lazy 'ing' at home!

2011-08-26T19:23:00.000-07:00

With this pregnancy, There's nothing better than doing nothing at home :) Now, I agreed that 2nd pregnancy is somehow or rather exhaust you more than the 1st one. It has been many of the Saturday that I've choose to sit either browsing through the magazine or reading a good book but unfortunately Zoe will be watching TV for a longer time.

Definitely looking forward for the Raya holidays at least Daddy could spend some time with Zoe as well. Hope we're able to plan some short outings for Zoe, something like picnics... Zoe loves.... picnics.

Celebrating Zoe's 3rd Birthday

2011-05-20T04:00:00.000-07:00

Zoe is celebrating her 3rd birthday next Monday. Unfortunately, I have a business trip on the same day, so we have decided to celebrate her birthday today in school!

It is a small party with her schoolmates but it's enough to keep Zoe excited the whole day. As a tradition, the children sat in circle and watched Zoe doing her birthday walk while her class teacher shared Zoe's growing up. Later, the children gathered around and sang birthday song for Zoe and the littles can't stop smilling (so sweet~)

I guessed as the 1st timer to give out party packs to schoolmates, Zoe enjoyed all the hugs and kisses from them. I'm glad that Zoe really enjoyed herself today!

Thanks to the teachers of Montessori Place who have given presents to Zoe. She loves the presents so much that she wouldn't go anywhere without them!

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR

2011-01-31T00:34:00.000-08:00

Zoe has attended pre school for a month. It took her 2 weeks to stop crying in school. Poor thing! Every morning before school, Zoe will mumbled in the car that she doesn't want to to to school and we were actually quite worried. Thank God after 2 weeks and getting closer to her class teacher and her friends particular the neighbor's grand daughter that she car pool with, helps Zoe to relief from anxiety.
It's good to Zoe getting thrilled to school but of course she has a lot to catch up especially she's the youngest in her class! Anyhow, glad that Chinese New Year is here soon so that the little girl could take a break but unfortunately we're not celebrating CNY since my father passed away not even reaching 100 days, therefore we planned to bring Zoe for a trip to Ipoh, at least Zoe could enjoy some time out.

Wishing all a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

Zoe goes to pre school

2011-01-06T07:34:00.000-08:00

On 3rd Jan, Zoe started pre school in Montessori Place. She's very excited to go to school and very learned to put away her shoe and wash her hand before meal. We were relieved that Zoe was receptive until we left her for 1/2 hour. When we returned to the pre school, Zoe was in tears and from there on she become clingy and would not let us out of our sight.

We're worried whether Zoe could let go and be independent during school.For the time being we will still try to talk to her and accompany her during class.

Ushering 2011!

2011-01-02T22:35:00.000-08:00

Farewell 2010 and welcome 2011! May the New Year bring us joy, happiness and good news!
2010 has been a difficult year for me as a working mother. Holding 2 roles at work for more than 6 months is not only challenging but it does wear you off. The pressure is tremendous and almost everyday I had to worked till late. During this period my connection with Zoe become lesser and soon she's very attached to her Gong Gong.

After 3 months that I was freed from dual role, another bad news hit us. Dad's operation failed and his liver cancer has start to spread. In mere 2 months, Dad becomes very weak and instantly it created a distant for Zoe with Gong Gong, whom she trusted and spend most of the time with. All these circumstances has developed uncertainty, insecurity to Zoe.

On 12th Nov, Dad leave us forever and what left us is just the memory of Dad's being with us.

Therefore, may the New Year of 2011 bring us more joy and strength to the whole family.

"Where Are You?"

2010-10-22T11:29:00.000-07:00

Last month, there was a lot of changes in Zoe's life. My father, Zoe's care-taker was hospitalised due to liver cancer. My father was unconscious for a week and doctor has adviced us to prepare ourselves. But, thank God, who has shown me miracle can happened in every day life by answering our prayer and brought back Dad for us. My father is still weak but at least he's home with us now.

It has been difficult for the whole family and we never thought that it was harder to the little girl. Zoe seems to understand that Gong Gong is very ill and has to be in the hospital but she was unable to express her worried, anxiety and lack sense of security. We have tried to kept her close to us and we even brought her to the hospital to see Gong Gong. At first, Zoe was really uncomfortable to see Gong Gong with all tubes and cried each time she see Gong Gong. We thought that the little girl understand after we have explained to her on Gong Gong condition but I don't think she does and therefore Zoe is always in tears. Frequently, Zoe will ask her care-taker "Where's Gong Gong, Where's Mummy.....and so forth.

My friends did advised me to spend more time with Zoe - bringing her out for some outing and find activities that can do together. However, until now, Zoe is not quite settle and will not let me out of her sight everytime I worked from home.

I hope that Zoe could gain back her sense of security and won't affect her growing up.

Potty Training - Successful!

2010-09-02T08:09:00.000-07:00

We have been encouraging Zoe in her potty training on and off. Whenever Zoe become cranky, we will stop for fear that Zoe will have phobia in the future.
For the past 2 weeks, we have been encouraging Zoe to pee in the toilet and finally yesterday she's diaper free!!. However, squatting in the wet toilet may be hazardous for the little girl, therefore today we dug back the potty to let her try again on potty. And surprisingly, Zoe pee in the potty the whole day.

Potty training proved to be challenging for me especially a working mum who only has some time in the morning and at night to spend with Zoe. It need a lot of patience and and encouragement for both the child and mum. I guess I have been rushing into giving Zoe potty training at an early age. At that time, Zoe has just learned to talk, therefore getting her to potty has gone too much for the little girl.

Zoe's 1st Trip to Port Dickson

2010-07-19T04:54:00.000-07:00

We should have brought Zoe to the beach side earlier but when Zoe were younger, she's always down with flu, that's why we delayed our plans. Since this is a short trip, we did not have any reservation until 3 days before the trip but regretted as accommodation such as Avillion and Legend Water Homes were fully booked. Anyway, we're fine with Bayu Beach Resort as it's near to the Food court and the town.

After a good rest, we brought Zoe down to the beach side. We were expecting the little girl will be afraid of the big pool of water but to our surprise it's not the water but the sand. Zoe was reluctant to walk on the sand because it's dirty! (yes we have a clean freak here) and I have to carried her all the way to the water!

After breakfast, we decided to let Zoe played awhile on the beachside. Zoe enjoyed being in the water and loved the wave but not when the sand covered her leg. We have no choice but to change venue to the swimming pool where Zoe played the whole morning.

It's a short trip but it's fun to have some outdoor activities. Hope the next time when we visit the beach side, I don't nee to carry Zoe all the way.

Bonding with Zoe

2010-07-07T07:00:00.000-07:00

For the past 2 years, I've been working to improve bonding with Zoe. I must say this does not come naturally as I've expected. Zoe is an active child and can't sit still even for a minute, how to bond? :(

Therefore, at 16 months I enrolled Zoe for a music programme that promote bonding between child and parents. In the beginning, I felt envy towards other mothers in the class when their children were so attentive. It's only the second months that I saw some progress with Zoe. Finally she allowed me to rock her, a way to calm her and of course to create bong between us.

Now at 2 years, Zoe and I are used to the 'bonding class'( what I called it) and able to enjoy ourselves more. I can see that Zoe starts to follow the acitivities in class. I've learned that bonding with child is a long term process and as parents we need to maintain the bonding all the time.

There are a lot of support that we could make use to close the gap between mother and child.

Growing Up with Zoe

2010-04-16T03:37:00.000-07:00

At 20 months, Zoe started to express herself and consistently showed us what she likes or dislikes. This is when we realized that the little girl likes her fishball meehoon and ABC soup with rice! She can have these 2 dishes every meal! Added to this, Zoe was excited to have her chips and cashew nuts for snacks and not forgetting bread and butter for breakfast.

Eventually, she still dislikes vegetable and beans. Till now, we’re still looking for a way to get Zoe to finish her vege.

Zoe is going to be 2 next month. As I’m being told, Zoe is going into a difficult stage but is a normal transition to grow up. I had a few ‘sneak preview’ where the little girl is pushing to the limit (my patient) and one if it was getting her to sleep. Zoe had requested bottle of water before settling down. While drinking, she would accidentally spilled some water out and wet her pajamas, just to get it changed, to get our attention and to be certain the adults around her know important she is. Phew! What’s more?

My father was helping me to babysit Zoe while waiting for the maid’s arrival. Because of this, Zoe is strongly attached to her Gong Gong. She would not go to bed unless Gong Gong is putting her to sleep…now you can imagine the hard time I have putting the little to sleep. We realized that for the past months, both my husband and me were quite tied up with projects at work and we were unable to put Zoe to bed every night.

The attachment was so strong with Gong Gong and the little girl only felt secured in Gong Gong room and reluctant to sleep in our bedroom. We’re aware that we have to assured the little girl that we won’t leave her and to build the trust again.

Happy Birthday to You, Mummy!

2010-02-19T07:46:00.000-08:00

My wish this year is very simple...more time for the family especially Zoe. After watching her birthday video, Zoe more or less understand what is birthday celebration, song and cake. So, today when she saw the birthday cake, Zoe was very excited and insisted on going near to have a better glance. Yes, we had a hard time getting her away from the cake!

On the way back from dinner, we sang along Happy Birthday and suddenly Zoe wished me 'Happy Birthday to you, Mummy!' I'm so touched and this is the best birthday gift I received. Look forward for more birthdays to come :)

Emotional Bagage

2010-02-19T07:19:00.000-08:00

I was told to beware of toddler sensitivity but I never guess I have to face it at this early stage. At 20 months Zoe understand our conversation. Of course, we under estimated the little girl ability to understand it. Actually, we suspected that when my brother in-law placed her daughter with my mother in-law, Zoe became jealous as my mother in-law is taking care of the little baby. Regret to say that I don't what is the level that Zoe was left alone but we're trying to make Zoe to understand the whole situation.

Another incident, when Mum friends try to coax Zoe to follow them by saying Gong Gong does not want her anyway, Zoe started to cry instantly and kept holding to Gong Gong and never want to let go. Just now, before she fall asleep, she needs Gong Gong assurance that Daddy, Mummy, Gong Gong and Po Po wants her.

From all the incidents we realised that our little girl is sensitive and even at this early stage she actually understand her surrounding. It's now that we need to spend more time with Zoe talking to her and ensure that she realise that we love her.

Happy Chinese New Year 2010

2010-02-15T07:05:00.000-08:00

X'mas, Brother's Wedding, Bali Trip and now CNY all in 2 months. Well, I think I need time to update all the events for Zoe.

Besides all this, HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR TO ALL...!

What a good 2nd CNY with Zoe. Last year Zoe was still a little baby trying to figure out the fuzz of CNY and curious on the red packets she's getting.

This year Zoe understand CNY is a celebration and excited about the fuzz started to enjoy on the preparation with CNY songs, biscuits and 'ang pow'. Zoe accepted that she needs to say Gong Xi; Gong Xi to get ang pow.(Haha...actually she enjoyed the gesture of Gong Xi Gong XI than the ang pow). All the excitement made the little girl exhausted and is sleeping well now. Good nite, Zoe!

Welcome Year 2010!

2009-12-31T06:14:00.000-08:00

In the coming New Year 2010, let the bygones be bygone, start afresh. Make time for yourself and cherish each day and spiritually elevate yourself. Happy New Year.

Zoe is Sick Again

2009-11-28T05:16:00.000-08:00

Today, Zoe missed her Muzik Garden class due to fever. Zoe was very uncomfortable and woke up several time during her nap. Her fever came on and off, and due to the medication, Zoe was quite blur. We followed her closely the whole day just in case her leg felt wobbly and fell. Even though Zoe was sick, she was an active girl and kept going to her toys corner. Just hope my little girl could recover fast.

18 months and 5 days

2009-11-28T05:01:00.000-08:00

Zoe is an energetic baby & loves to explore on feet! At 18 months, she loves to run. Whenever Mummy says 'READY', Zoe will utter RUN and run at the same time. Like other 18 months toddler, Zoe likes to play with big bolster and don't be surprised she can actually wrap around the bolster. Now, her little fingers has better grasp, Zoe is able to pull the cart around the house and stopped at her 'little kitchen' for a cup of tea. These activities occupied the little girl for half the afternoon and it helps to keep Zoe entertained in the house.

Zoe is 18 months old

2009-11-26T05:18:00.000-08:00

Time passes fast. Zoe is now 18 months and she has progressed since. She has grew from a toddler to a little girl. It's easier to talk to Zoe now as she has widen her vocabulary each day. However, it's also a challenge for us as Zoe starts to throw tantrums whenever she failed to do task independently.

As for socialization skill, it take time for Zoe to break the ice and open to strangers. Therefore Muzik Garden is a starting point for Zoe to learn discipline and calm down with the help of music. Zoe started Music for toddler when she is 16 months old. Finally we see some progress now. Zoe is able to follow the beat of rhythm with instruments; she's using her drumstick. Right now, she's more receptive to the teaching in Muzik Garden and very excited whenever we told her that it's time for music class and teacher will have instruments for her to play on.

Oh yes! Since Zoe is already 18 months, this morning Zoe is quite OK to let Mummy to brushed her teeth with her 1st toothbrush. Let's hope every morning I can clean her smoothly without chasing her around the house. :)

Trip to Melacca

2009-11-15T20:26:00.000-08:00

Before I forget to update the recent trip for Zoe, I better start to pen down our trip to Malacca. Actually we planned this trip is because Daddy needs a break from his work and wanted to spend some time with his little princess. Well Malacca is a best option as it's not a very long journey to drive.

30th Nov 2009

We reached Malacca at 3pm. Since Zoe has a long nap in the car, she's ready for some adventure. But Gong Gong and Po Po were exhausted so Daddy and Mummy had to entertained Zoe while Gong Gong took a nap.

Well, not long of course with Zoe bouncing on the bed, therefore at 5pm we went for an early dinner with Nyonya crusine just next to our hotel. By the time we finished dinner, Zoe is ready to sleep, which then Gong Gong and Po Po put her to sleep while Daddy and Mummy venture out for more food :)

1st Oct 2009

At 10 am, there's a knock on the door. Finally Ah Bu and Su Yin Chie Chie made it to Melacca. Without any delay, we went to Jonker Street for Chicken Ball Rice as Ah BU and Su Yin Chie Chie have not had any breakfast. However, during the meal Zoe has been very unsettled and reluctant to take her rice and chicken! Well, she had her milk before we came out. Yes, Mummy worried her little princess will be hungry!

Since we're in Malacca, we brought Zoe to Formosa Fort for exploration purpose. Not so much on going up to the fort(well, we all get discouraged with the the flight of stairs, what's more with a little girl who loved trying on the stairs. The alternative and most convenient way to do this is trishaw ride in the city. Zoe enjoyed the ride as she had a glimpse of things she's familiar with from her book; boat, train and aeroplane and of course riding on a trishaw is really new to her.

Later, we reached Portuguese settlement for dinner. It's the jetty that captured Zoe's attention. She kept stopping and looked into the sea. This is the first time she encountered such a big pool of water! Also she's fascinated with the wave washing the stone near the walkway. I'm sure this trip was an eye opener for her.

2nd October 2009
We're back home now and Zoe is going through her books and was delighted to see things she saw in Malacca . She was very excited to show off her trishaw, ship, and seaside.

Will plan more short trip for Zoe to explore more!.

Happy Birthday, Ba-Ba

2009-10-12T10:11:00.001-07:00

10 Oct is Daddy's birthday and Zoe has given Daddy a big..big present by calling him Ba-Ba for the first time. It was about 2 days ago, while Daddy is playing with Zoe, the little girl without any help called Ba-Ba. Definitely a Daddy's day!

Another dinner again. This time we're doing it at IOI Mall so that we could get some entertainment for Zoe while waiting for Daddy to finish work. Obviously, Zoe is enjoying herself with Merry-Go-Round and reluctant to stop until we allow her to go for a 2ND ride! Quite fun to see Zoe starts to open up for new things. When she was younger, we can't get her on a horse ride without hugging on her.

Whenever we go out for meals, we usually order something that can be shared with Zoe and while we're eating she can feed herself.

'MA-MA"

2009-10-12T09:53:00.000-07:00

I've been waiting for this moment for 16 months and now, finally Zoe knows how to call out Ma-Ma. Whenever I asked her to look at Mummy, Zoe will go 'Ma-Ma'. Thank God Zoe start calling or else we might end up at the doctor her for a consultation.

It's not easy taking care of Zoe. It require a lot of patience especially toddler at her age needs a lot of encouragement to help them to develop. Every time when Zoe called me, we'll hug her and praise to ensure what she's doing is right.

We look forward for Zoe to add on her vocabulary. 'Ma-Ma' is a good start.

Celebrating PO PO's birthday

2009-10-12T08:34:00.000-07:00

This is a backdated entry. This year we decided to have the birthday party in Jogoya and of course Zoe was present as well. As usual, Zoe is very excited on the surroundings and can't keep still.

Frequently, we have to take turns to bring Zoe out for a walk while waiting for her food as she starts to grab the Shabu-Shabu that Daddy plan to enjoy. I guess she feel more comfortable outside the restaurant which gave her more space to roam.

With Zoe's curious look, we can't help it but to take more pictures of her curiosity look. Loot at her, she's actually looking at the lantern outside Jogoya Restaurant.

While Zoe was roaming outside, Kao Fu and Su Yin Cheh Cheh took the opportunity to tantalize the foods and beverages in the restaurant. I can't imagine the amount of food they have taken while we're outside!

Although it's a quiet celebration, it's quite content and happy at the end of the day. Of course, Zoe's Mummy was exhausted after the dinner as the little girl is still too excited to sleep and has stay up till 10pm (Zoe usually sleeps at 7pm)

2009-10-03T07:39:00.000-07:00

Yesterday we celebrated Moon Cake Festival a day early. Last year Zoe was just sleeping through the celebration. This year, she's not gonna miss it but she to enjoy herself even tough she's curious why we have to use candles when 'light light' is still on.

Zoe becomes very excited when Auntie Rinna brought new newborn puppy, Fido. Recognizing Fido instantly (Zoe was introduced to Fido last week when she visited Yee Po Agnes), Zoe wasted no time and start to pat Fido and following him wherever the little puppy plan to explore

All the activities really consume Zoe's energy and for the first time she fight with Kao Fu for nuggets. It's very unlike Zoe, who is a picky eater and frequently she will push us away whenever we introduce new food to her. Anyway, that night she enjoyed her nugget very much although I don't encourage on nuggets at early age. Well, just for this time.
I can see that Zoe enjoy being with people especially young children. Being the only toddler in the family, she misses being with her little friends so we have plans to bring her for trip or meeting with some outstation relative end of this month.

Potty Training

2009-10-03T07:04:00.000-07:00

At 15 months, Zoe is exposed to potty! It's very difficult in the beginning to get her to sit on her potty and because of this, Zoe found it difficult to poo! To avoid this situation, we only let Zoe sit on her potty every morning after her feed (coz usually that's when Zoe poo) and after 3 weeks, our little girl knows what's potty for and will notify us that she needs potty there and then. Finally, we've got Zoe on potty.

Zoe Loves Music!

2009-08-20T06:59:00.000-07:00

Zoe has always love music. She will stop and look whenever there's musci on the TV. She's so excited when Zoe realise that Mummy mobile phone has music!!

Learning from adults, when she got the mobile phone, she will put to her ear or start to dance when music starts.

Hope Mummy can find her little radio for kids. Let's see.

Zoe @ 15 months

2009-08-20T05:37:00.000-07:00

Recently Zoe has develop an attachment with soft toys. She grew to like teddy bear bear, rabbit and doggie. Zoe likes it a lot when Mummy talked to her via bear bear. This is a progress; previously Zoe need ample time to get used to new toys.

At this age, Zoe clearly understands mumm...mumm....means food! Mummy allow her to snack in between meals on her favourite biscuit and sometime oatmeal bread to add in variety. Mummy found that when Zoe is open to more food, she's more attentive during meal time. Now, Mummy is trying to show Zoe can also use spoon to feed herself besides using her fingers. At the moment, Zoe is not quite use with spoon, so more effort is required. Don't give up, Zoe!

Since 13 months, Zoe has been introduced to solid food such as pumpkin, cauliflower, broccoli, tomato, carrot, chicken and fish. Zoe loves her pumpkin porridge. Next step is to introduce Zoe to beans and other vegetables, which Mummy is still looking for recipe.

Mummy out there any suggestions?

Zoe @ Lucas 1st Birthday Party

2009-08-16T07:55:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, KK a friend of mine celebrated his son's 1st birthday and insisted us to bring Zoe along. We were quite reluctant as Zoe goes to bed at 7.30pm! So, yesterday morning I was talking to Zoe about birthday party by showing how the animals in her story book having a party. She's quite attentive when I explained to her about party.

It works. Zoe managed to stay up and she's really enjoying herself with some of the food while playing her new toys. (Mummy has to get Zoe the same toy as the present she gave to Lucas). Zoe wasted no time to explore the place and loves to walk about the buffet line when people gather for food and around the pond looking out for more fishes!

At home Zoe loves hugs and kisses from us but when Lucas kisses Zoe, she brushed him away and try her best not to be kissed again!! Daddy was happy as he would not need to worry about her daughter being to open!

This is Zoe's 1st party besides her own and it's quite a success. Looking forward to bring Zoe for more outings!

Zoe's a Brave Girl

2009-08-13T07:53:00.000-07:00

In a week time, Zoe will be 15 months old. Today, we finally managed to get her injections, after 3 visits to doctor due to fever recurrence. Daddy and I has expect to have a Baby crying out of the consultation room after 2 injections. However, when we let her 'borrow' her favourite toy from her paediatric, Zoe stop crying and starts to wave to other kids when Gong Gong send her home first.

It's a joy to see Zoe growing up even though there are times that I lose patient talking to her. She doesn't seem to understand at all! But I know I'm rest assured that as parent we need time to gather our thoughts and that goes the same to Zoe as well. I've learned not to be so pushy and let her learn at her own pace.

Zoe's Emotional Needs

2009-08-06T23:05:00.001-07:00

At 14 months, Zoe has started to throw tantrums to get what she wants. The other day she cried when Mummy doesn't allow her to play with her Doreamon cabinet. She doesn't stop crying until Mummy allow her with her desire and the articles proves handy when Mummy use her 'Moo...Moo' soft toys to divert her attention and IT WORKS....!

As Zoe grows, her emotional needs increase together. She knows when other scold her or laugh at her and she either cry or sulk. From the positive side, from this expression I understand Zoe better and can gauge what upset her or motivate her.

Let's see what Zoe will develop next month.

Zoe's Vocabulary

2009-06-19T07:39:00.000-07:00

It has been a month since my last update. Even though I stopped writing but Zoe's keep growing. We fetched Zoe back from my mother in law's last Wed. Zoe was so excited to go home even though she's really sleepy that we could not open her eyes. Anyhow, her enthusiastic was now her pillow. Every morning when she woke up, the first thing she brought out from the room is her pillow.

Today, Zoe was pointing to her pillow and blurted out Pooh! My girl finally can pronounce Pooh correctly. Then, she pointed to another pillow and say Bear. There's nothing better compare to seeing your own child learns more words every day. Zoe is now able to say Pooh, bear, book, bird.

Look forward for Zoe to call me Ma-Ma and not Ma-Ma to replace her unknown words.

Down with Flu

2009-05-24T22:23:00.000-07:00

Zoe's has been down with flue for 3 days. Poor Girl, she has been rubbing her nose and cry when it's too painful after sneezing. These days, Zoe has not been eating well as she starts to push away her mil whenever she is being fed. Today, it's slightly better as she can finish her fish porridge even though she still push her milk away. Is that normal for a year old toddler?

Well, I guess the next time when Daddy and Mummy is having flu, Zoe should sleep with Gong Gong and Po Po.The consequence of sleeping with us is too much to bear. Hope Zoe's flu can cure by today.

A Big Step for Zoe

2009-05-21T07:46:00.000-07:00

Today, 21st May 2009, Zoe has step out her first few step without support. It is a start to a new way of exploration for my little girl. Only 2 days before her birthday, Zoe's is preparing herself for another leap to another year.

Time really passes fast. Thinking back a year ago, in the middle of the night the whole family was waken up as it's time to bring Zoe to the world, and Zoe's arrival, the sleepless nights. It's already 1 year pass! Happy Birthday, Darling.

My 1st Birthday

2009-05-21T07:10:00.001-07:00

17th May 2009 -Unofficially, today is Zoe's 1st birthday. We woke up early in the morning in order to take pictures with her in front of the "teddy bear" cake. Of course she loves teddy and try to touch it. We have no choice but to give Zoe her favourite biscuits to divert her attention from the cake. We have decided to have 'bear' as the theme of Zoe's cake as Zoe has known bear bear (that's Pooh Bear since she's born)
The birthday is quite a success where Zoe's little friend and, family and relative all turned up for the mini party and have left some messages for Zoe to ponder when she grow older.

So Much Happened in A Month

2009-05-05T08:56:00.000-07:00

It's exactly 1 month I did not penned down anything in this blog, but life goes on and Zoe keep growing and learning. Zoe is now 11 months and has learned to picked her food and put straight into her mouth...and of course she enjoys it a lot!
Not only that, Zoe finally found her 'best friend' - her toy duck that she has decided to include her friend in all her trip (even at times Mummy is not too happy to have her friend in the bath as this means longer bath time!As the wheather became very humid we decided to spend the weekend in Genting Highlands. This time Zoe is more familiar with the surroundings and excitedly rush to Ronald McDonald's when we brought her to McDonald's for breakfast. She spent about 15 mins lingering at the bench with Ronald. Not only that, Zoe was more receptive when I put her on the horse ride. Eventhough we did not left her alone on the ride, it's a good start for Zoe who was afraid to go for rides.

Last week, Zoe suddenly showed us that she has learned shake her head and seems to enjoyed her newly acquired talent! And of course she kept showing it off and being the little princess of the faimily, she got all the praises she needs.

Getting to know Zoe

2009-04-05T08:07:00.000-07:00

It has been 10 months and Zoe is still the youngest family member. Still the precious little princess to the whole family but we do see that Zoe is developing her own personality this few weeks. Zoe's a good impersonator and has learn some funny expression especially from Kao Fu.

Yesterday, Tai Po has bought Zoe some little bouncy ball ( knowing my daughter wouldn't settle down with just soft toy) has keep Zoe busy for quite a while. When Zoe first saw the little round thing, she doesn't know what to do with it and not sure what it can be done. So, Yi Po step in and taught her how to bounce and throw ball. Within a few minutes, Zoe is busy looking for partners to play with her. However, at this time, being the little princess, she did not bother to pick up her toy until today Kao Fu force her to learn how to pick up her little ball when it's stick under the chair. Kao Fu did not allow her to play other toy until Zoe learn to retrieve her stucked ball. That's how Zoe learn to pick up her new toy when it roll to the other corner of the house.I guess it's time Zoe should learn to be responsible for her own toys.

It's strange how baby can learn so fast and this is the time we should spent more time to teach them. As a FTWM, it's challenging but seeing how fast Zoe can learn, I wouldn't want to regret if I have not spent enough time with her during her learning phase.

Genting Here I Come Again!

2009-04-05T07:28:00.000-07:00

Like Daddy and Mummy, Zoe loves to go Genting Highlands. The weather and scenery have captured Zoe attention to explore further. This time our trip mark Zoe's 10 mths old. Compare to the first time we introduced Zoe to this place (when she was 3 moths old) this time Zoe seems to understand more where we are bringing her. She knows that it's cold outside and have to wear her thick clothing before going out.

This is also Zoe's first meeting with Ronald McDonald's. During the last trip Zoe was frigthen of the 'big man' rowing the boat when we went on a boat trip in the indoor theme park. That's why Gong Gong was showing Zoe how to 'sayang' Ronald and step by step Zoe went nearer to Ronald and gain more courage to touch Ronald and even to sit on Ronald(not for long though!)

Zoe's Second Trip to Penang

2009-03-17T07:47:00.000-07:00

Recently, Zoe has her 2nd trip to Penang since 4 months ago. This time Zoe accompany Mummy, Gong Gong and Po Po to Mummy's cousin wedding. Zoe has been a good girl throughout the trip, most of the time, Zoe was sleeping especially with the cloudy whether that shade her from the sun.

By the time we reached Penang, Zoe is fully awake and ready for some action! When Zoe reached Mummy's cousin house Zoe start to 'crawled' wild when she saw the little BINGO (that's what Zoe knows about dog). Instantly, Zoe and BINGO clicked well and BINGO even shared her toy with Zoe!

This trip Zoe enjoyed more compared to her 1st trip as she now learn to explore her surroundings especially the nature. Zoe seems to have liking over birds and keep looking up for one. Since we're staying in the chalet in the club house, it definately the right place for Zoe!

Fever and Sore Throat

2009-03-12T08:51:00.000-07:00

These days, Zoe was down with fever and sore throat. Poor Baby.....Zoe keeps waking at night feeling feverish and hot. Her fever has been on and off for 3 days, which means Zoe has been on antibiotics for the past 3 days. After 2 dosages of medicine, Zoe become smarter now. Whenever we try to feed her medicine, she seems to know and starts kicking and pushing us away. Well, this means it's more difficult for us to feed her medicine.

It has been hard on Daddy and Mummy. Having to wake up in the morning for work is getting more challenging especially when Zoe is feverish, she keeps waking us up to get soothing from Daddy and Mummy!

Hopefully the 3 of us could get some rest tonight so that we could enjoy the weekends together. It's exciting to think about the weekend as we plan to bring Zoe to a trip to Penang to attend my cousins wedding. This is the second wedding dinner that Zoe will attend. Let's hope that Zoe is more comfortable this time!

Shopping in IOI Mall

2009-03-02T07:52:00.000-08:00

Zoe's uncle is getting married this month, therefore I've decided to bring Zoe to IOI Mall to shop for new clothing. While Zoe and Gong Gong's checking out for the next store to go, Mum and I quickly search something nice for Zoe. Thanks to Su Yin who has to go in and out the store to get Zoe to fit on her new clothing and of course it's not so easy. Zoe is fascinoted with the 'animal cap' that was dislay in the store. Anyway, we mange to bring her out of the store and head to Mong Kok Char Chan Teng for lunch.

After having a few crumbs of her favourite biscuit, Zoe become restless. So, I brought her back to the shopping mall and put her on the trolley. Guess what, she love the trolley drive! At least I could divert her attention from being cranky.

At 9 months, she seems to enjoy 'window shopping' staring from the window to admire little teddy bears display. We had a great lunch that day.

Both Zoe and I enjoy the day out but regret Daddy can't make it that day as Daddy is working. Anyhow, Zoe still enjoy her dinner together with Daddy.

Zoe,

Mummy look forward for more outing together with you and delighted to see your happy face!

2009-03-02T07:22:00.001-08:00

I'm 9 months old!

2009-02-23T07:45:00.000-08:00

Today Zoe's is 9 months old. She's now able to understand more instructions and will look at the right person when we asked her too. For instance, when we ask her where's Daddy?, she will instantly look at her Daddy and smile (of course now clap!) It really melt Daddy's heart.

During this time, Zoe's perfecting her clapping technique, so everytime she sits down she'll clap her hand. Mummy miss you today since you're at Mah Mah house. Can't wait to fetch you on Wed.

HAPPY 9 MONTHS OLD, BABY!

Baby...Clap...Clap...Clap

2009-02-20T09:32:00.000-08:00

Today Zoe finally able to clap her hands! All this while, Zoe has been clapping air, therefore Zoe's so excited about her new learned skills and not shy to clap her hands all the time.

3 more days Zoe will be 9 months old. Let's see how Zoe mark her big leap this time!

Kao Fu's Registration Day....finally!

2009-02-19T07:53:00.000-08:00

There's more to celebrate during this year CNY. My brother finally decided to get registered while waiting for the BIG CHINESE BANQUET next year. Early in the morning Gong Gong wake Zoe up and dress her like a princess. As if Princess Zoe sense the big day, she did not complain for all the fuss!

It's a simple ceremony in the Registrar Office but Zoe manage to enjoy herself playing the decor and make herself presence with 'bu', 'ahh!' and 'eh!'

Wishing Kao Fu all the best wishes!!

Zoe with Popo, Jie Jie, Kao Fu
and Gong Gong

Zoe's visit to the Doctor

2009-02-13T08:14:00.000-08:00

Zoe is now 7.9kg and an energetic baby. Today we have a doctor appointment for Zoe as she is due for her injection. Never wake a sleeping baby anyhow. Zoe is cranky when Gong Gong woke her up at 8pm for her doctor's visit. Zoe waited impatiently in the clinic and cry uncontrollably even before she's injected. Poor girl!

Anyway, it's lucky that Zoe follow Gong Gong's car home, 'coz while Daddy and I were driving home, a 4wd knocked on the car we're on. What a relief Zoe is not with us, or else the impact will definitely shock her.

Now, it's peaceful to see Zoe's sleeping soundly while I wrote this. Will update further as Zoe is going to be 9 months old end Feb.

1st CNY Celebration with Zoe

2009-02-11T06:15:00.000-08:00

CNY is an exciting day for Zoe, which is her first CNY celebration. Lanterns, lighting and fire crackers keeps Zoe awake all night, well she has decided to make sure she didn't miss out anything.

Before CNY, Zoe has only limited exposure to Daddy, Mummy, Gong Gong, Po Po, Mah Mah and of course Kao Fu Chai and Chek Chek. Therefore on 1st day of CNY, Zoe is quite agitated with people fussing around her. Luckily my 'Baby' get used to the environment fast and not long start mingle around with other relative. What's more, when she see little children, she has no reservation but to crawl to her 'little friends'.

1st day of CNY ended fast and Zoe is too exhausted that she slept on the way home to Semenyih. That's all for the 1st day. Good night Zoe!

Zoe's First X'mas

2009-02-07T07:42:00.000-08:00

Zoe celebrated her 1st X'mas in 2008 when she is 5 months and 2 days. It's another exciting and exploration day for Zoe. She's fascinated with the lights on the X'mas tree and curious about all the fuss we have when putting up the tree. Of course by her own way, Zoe is helping ( she ensure her Mummy remembers to put up her Teddy Bear on the tree as well!)

We celebrated X,mas Eve in Citidel as a family. However the activities have speed up Zoe's exhaustion. She become very cranky even before we start of with our meal. Luckily, we managed to get a few shot of her with the party packs and oh yes...with Gong Gong and Po Po

The whole X'mas is quite tiring for the 1st timer but we're glad that Zoe enjoy unwrapping her present on X'mas night, where she stay up late just for this tradition.

To our Baby Zoe:

"This X'mas is a memorable X'mas for Daddy & Mummy coz 'Baby' has celebrated this meaningful day with us. We thank God for this special gift. We know that every step Baby takes will gives us different meaning and learning. WE LOVE U, BABY!"

Zoe's Home Again!

2009-02-05T07:27:00.000-08:00

Today Zoe's 8 months and 13 days old. She's getting better and better in recognising people around her. She was so excited when she heard Daddy's voice when we fetched her from Mah Mah's house, even though she's really...really sleepy at that time. Hmm... I wonder when can she start calling Ma Ma or Da Da. Can't wait for that!

Entering the New Frontier

2009-02-02T01:26:00.000-08:00

It has never occur to me to blog but after reading a blog here, baby bok choi has enlighten me that this is a way to communicate and tell my little princess stories-her very own stories.

On 23rd May 2008, a clear Friday afternoon when Zoe was brought to this world. She has made a difference in our lives. The whole family was thrilled with her presence even though we have to deal with her screaming, sleepless nights and doctor visits.

Zoe is now 8 months old and an energetic girl who is generous with her smile. It's easy to make her gigle but it's easy to upset her to tears. I guess this is part of the growing up process. :)