On the weekend ,we made a trip again to Hort Park, a park which is perfect hangout for families .We strolled down the Floral Walk lined with blooming flowers,appreciate all the natural surroundings.
Shi Xu was fascinated by the hairy caterpillars crawling around ,we tried to walk carefully to make sure we did not step on the caterpillars crawling on the ground . Apart from that , We also spotted some huge and beautiful butterflies flying around the flowers and some funny plants .
The weather was getting scorching , we strolled the remaining bits of the park and headed home .
**Shi Xu @29 months
Christmas is a very special time of the year.I love Christmas because Christmas come with presents !^_^
We went to zoo (as Shi Xu requested ) in late afternoon and had our Christmas dinner at Sembawang shopping centre .
At night ,we celebrated our Christmas night with the glow of our Christmas tree ,pressies and yummy log cake .
This is the pressie from us - Scooter ! Shi Xu loves it to bits !I have one "extra " gift for him , a personalize T-shirt printed with Shi Xu's birthday . I like this RED color "Christmas attire" , Red is the ruling color for Christmas. It stands for happiness, joy, and love. Isn't it nice ?
Merry Christmas !!
** Shi Xu @ 29 months
We will be celebrating Winter solstice festival(冬至)at my in law place .Winter solstice festival usually falls between 21 and 23 in solar calender,when sunshine is weakest and daylight is shortest (it means this is the longest night of the year! ) .This year the festival falls on 22 Dec 2009 .
It is said to be the Chinese Thanksgiving of the Chinese Calendar,I was told by my in law that it is widely celebrated as an event that is more important than the Chinese New Year at China and Korea .
Mother in law had prepared the dough to make the gluninous rice ball for tomorrow .The Children ( Shi Xu and his cousins ) got excited as they had the chance to play with the coloured dough.
I pinched off the dough into smaller bits and guided Shi Xu how do roll the dough in between his palms and rolled them into balls. Shi Xu always rolled the dough into a long strand like a snake (but he said that is catipillar ) .To be more creative , we made pyramid ,ring with diamond ,mashmallow ,snow man etc(just for fun ) . Everyone did enjoy this fun activity .We looked more like playing Playdoh than making the glutinous rice ball . Haha....
Winter solstice festival is a very beautiful tradition where family members get together to have a meal. The roundness of the rice balls signifies a wholesome, complete family as well.
Happy Winter Solstice festival !
In celebration of 150th anniversary , Singapore Botanic Garden invites schools,embassies, companies, and community organisations to decorate 150 christmas trees planted at botanic garden.
The 150 christmas trees that lined the walkway look decent ,it stretches from the Visitor Centre to the Bandstand.We did not managed to take photo with all the christmas trees ,thus we only choose some catching our fancy then we headed on down to Symphony Lake , where outdoor concerts are always held there ,a peaceful yet tranquil lake .
The Lotus flowers are blooming beautifully in the pond .Shi Xu spotted some red dragonflies flying around the lotus and show them to me ,unfortunately i failed to snap a shot for them . When Shi Xu looked back the lotus photos , he asked me where the dragonflies were . I bet he was a bit dissapointed that i fail to grab a shot for him .
One year ago , we paid a visit to Jacob Ballas Children Garden . After one year , we were here again . That is not much changes in the garden .But Shi Xu has changed to be less adventurous.He was not in the mood to play in the garden today .Last time when he was 16 months , he has no fear of crossing the suspension bridge,but today he has fear of it and requested daddy to carry him crossing the suspension bridge .
Today he show no interest to play at the tree house , Magic of Photosynthesis and water play as well .It just full of lazy bone in him ! We only went for A-MAZE-ing play to experience different twists and turns .
The garden actually has different type of plant species ,it comes alive as a living Classroom.i introduced some plant species to Shi Xu and let him discovered the other plants .I just wanted to let him explore and have fun with them .
After a short stroll in the garden ,we headed off to botanic garden .
** Shi Xu @29 months
Christmas is around the corner(in fact it is just few days away!) .We decide to do some christmas craft during this festive season .I got some idea from internet and it is very simple to make a reindeer .most importantly , it has a deeper meaning than just mere craft work as it uses childrent's footprints and handprints .I bet it sure will give us some fun when we look back in future and laugh at how tiny his hands and feet used to be .
Here is what we did :
-I put Shi Xu's hands firmly on colour paper then we drew the outline togather ,we used these handprints for the reindeer's ears .
-trace one of his feet on other colour paper for reindeer's face .
-then we cut out the handprints and footprints and paste them on a A4 size white card.
-to finish off , we drew the eyes,nose and mouth .
-we also drew some star and cut it out and added in as decoration .
We were happy with our first product ,Shi Xu involved in all the steps with our help and had some fun .We were having a wonderful bonding time to do this craft togather .
Merry Christmas ,every one !
**Shi Xu @ 29 months
A few months back , Shi Xu only managed to pledge about 60% of chinese version national pledge .Now he is able to FULLY recite the pledge
我们是新加坡公民，
誓愿不分种族、言语、宗教，
团结一致，
建设公正平等的民主社会，
并为实现国家之幸福、繁荣与进步，
共同努力。
And this is his school song and "patially " national song .
He makes us gleaming with pride.
**Shi Xu @ 28.5 months
I am forced to cancel my long leave during the Xmas and year end season for the projectSS.However I have other holiday plan cooking ..hehe .. We have just booked our family of 3 (yes , Shi Xu has equal share of the fun too ) to Hong Kong from 23 Jan ~ 28 Jan 2010 .
We definately will visit Disneyland ( that is our highlight in our trip ) , daddy is busy planning our itinerary now . I am very looking forward to our upcoming trip ,so is little Shi Xu . He has been telling others he is going to Hong Kong .
Guess it's time to quickly get packing for warmer clothing if we gonna fly in one month's time . ^_^
**Shi Xu @ 29 months
We went to botanic garden this morning .i still remember Shi Xu was just 8 months old in our last visit ,and we still need to carry him .How time flies !Now he can run , jump and ride his own bicycle .
The sun wasn't too harsh today ,we enjoy our leisure stroll within the garden and immerse in the lush greenery , get some fresh air, and enjoy the life as it should be.
** Shi Xu @ 28.5 months It was a special day , Shi Xu got to perform in his first school mini concert! I just couldn't wait to see him perform and wonder how things would turn out on that day.
My mood today was a thrilling roller coaster ride .Daddy was away for business trip . My mission was to video down our little one's performance .
The teacher took the children out to the stage . All the PG1 students seem like unexpectedly became open to a larger group.All of them were stunned and didn't know what they should do when they stand in front of the audience,so was Shi Xu ,he looked uncomfortable ,occationally waving his hand (he seem like wanted to perform but remain hesitant on doing so as no one performed at that time ).Non of his classmate perform when the music was playing .Some of them cried , some of them just stand still , some even not knowing where to stand . They just stand on the stage till the music was over .Haha..
I would like to share the video here .Turn on your speaker and enjoy his school mini concert (he was at the first from left ,kept moving his hand ).Hehe ...
At night , when left only 2 of us at home , Shi Xu got the mood to host his personal concert .He made me chuckle with delight and he enjoy the 100% attention i gave .
I am proudly present his "personal mini concert" here
**Shi Xu @ 28.5 months
