November 03, 2008

Fun Picture ~ I Like It !!! Still can't believe you boys are so grown up now. Will post some of your babies and toddlers pics when I find them....hahaha.


And for the Ladies, they looked so lady-like...even JOY :)) Where have all my little girls and tomboys go...hahaha.....

Sep 30, 2008

Well, if you kids are not aware of what's happening in the world today, let me reiterate. First, Dow Jones has the biggest drop in its index in many years on Monday, Sep 29. 777 points to be exact. In Las Vegas, that would be known as a LUCKY STRIKE! But not in the stocks market. The last biggest drop (at 684 points) was the day after the 911 disaster when planes went crashing into buildings in the US. Why the drop? Because the US political scene rejected a bill to provide 700 billion dollars to the ailing financial institutions. Well, you may ask how will that concern you? Should I even bother? Since I am in Singapore, I am protected? Not really. But rest assure that your parents will help you face as little impact as possible. As for those who are already adults, be thrifty and spend wisely.

On a lighter note, besides the turbulent stock market, you may have read something about the US presidential campaign going on right now. The butt of the joke on this campaign is someone by the name of Sarah Palin. A self professed Hockey Mom, who is elected to be the Vice President for the Republicans Presidential campaign. Why her? Well, let these videos show you what everyone in US is laughing about. Not that I am asking you to laugh at somebody's weakness. However, you can learn some things from the spoofs. That is, don't claim intelligence when you are not apt for it.

Sep 21, 2008

Woo-hoooo, my car plate has finally arrived. Quick, you guys out there, go buy some 4-D. It's a good number too.....6838. What can I say....cough* cough* I always get good numbers for my car plates...my honey says. :) P.S. I had to take out the pic of my car plate, as per my honey's request.




Recognize the pics on right, Jess and Justina? Hehe...yep, they are Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. We went to pick up some dougnuts from Krispy Kreme yesterday at Mountain View. It was sooo.... GOOD. Haven't had one for ages. Just need to bite into one regardless of the discomfort I will probably get later.

And if you see a football doughnut for sale at the window, you know what is in season.....YEP ! College Football Season and Stanford is having a game on that day itself. Doesn't the doughnut looks cute? We bought half a dozen of course with lemon and raspberry fillings mostly. It will probably be a while before I indulge in it again. :)














Oh....I found something really innovative for little kids and probably big adults too. A pair of chopsticks with rings for those who are learning how to eat with chopsticks. I am always amazed at those people who can think of a little something additional to make life easier. Wish I have that capability. :P

Sep 03, 2008

We are getting indian summers over here. Sometimes it could get so hot (>100 deg F) that one feels toasted under the sun. The only consolation is that weather is dry. So, discomfort is minimized quite a bit.

Over the long weekend, we behaved quite Singaporean...... First, I had char kway teow and Alex had char mee tai mak at this Malaysian restaurant, Layang Layang, in Cupertino. It was oily and sinful. Don't think I will have it again. Don't even know why I have it in the first place. Don't even like fried kway teow even when I was in Singapore. :P

Before the sinful act, I actually went to Farmers Market with Ying Ying nearby. Pic below is Ying Ying, happy to have found her heirloom tomatoes. See how different those tomatoes are from regular ones. Not cheap too. Good thing tomatoes cause acid reflux. Saves me some money since I can't indulge in them....hehehe. Look at those strawberries and raspberries. Don't they look pretty. :)

Sunday night, we had this popiah party at Grace's home. I cooked the popiah fillings while the rest prepared the rest of the stuff. It was alot of work but good thing that Alex helped. The jicamas (turnips) here looked so weird. Unlike the smooth looking ones that we are used to. Fortunately, they tasted pretty much the same. We just ate and chat, chat and ate, while Justin (Grace's son) entertained us with his little gimmicks. See his dragon suit on left? He looked so cute in it and he is just such a character. So lovable....hahaha.

And over the holiday, we did some house hunting. Seen some nice houses nearby but the district is not good. Some are smack right in the middle of lower income housing. It is hard to find a decent house in a good district with our budget. How nice if we have some rich parents who can act as sponsors. :P

Aug 25, 2008

Honey and I went to Great Mall after having mee-pok soup at his favorite teochew restaurant on Sat. End up buying more stuff for Shilin's baby at Carter's. I think I should stop here or Big W will have problem bringing them back for me...hehehe. So Shilin, if you are still interested in that little biz idea on mommas' server, let me know. Carter's baby clothes are really good deals here.

On Sat, we were invited to Bruce & Maylee's place for dinner. Dinner was good and after, Chef Maylee made some fruits tarts. The kids were so excited abt making their own. Pic shown is Chef Maylee from left, then Kylie, Josh and Britney. See one of Kylie's own tart creation.

Sunday, we decided to take it easy. Went to church with Honey and after, lunch with some groceries shopping. And Honey's pet project for the day.......get a swifter to swift my car. He was so pleased with himself after the swifting....Thanks, HON ! Car is really beaming with shine now.

Today, I bought a tub of Haagen Daaz for USD 2.50. That's like only 3.5oS$. Man, isn't that cheap!!!

Aug 21, 2008

I went to a chiropractor yesterday. I actually felt good after the light massage and the neck and shoulder cracking. That night, I slept much better than the past few nights. Guess my muscles was all tensed up before. Going again on Friday for another visit coz the knot in my back is so big that it will take a few sessions to make it disappear. Anyhow, I like this visit better than the other visits to the doctors. At least, this one makes me feel better without having to consume anything invasive. I hate all those side effects that comes with the prescriptions the other doctors offered.

I was out shopping with Ying Ying a few days ago and I picked up this swimming suit for Shilin's baby. So pink and so small that I can't resist buying it. Baby can wear until 12 months. Cute?



Well, while uploading the pic, I can't resist uploading this other pic for Jane. Hey Jane, here it is.... your favorite crispy noodles in San Jose style...hehehe. See how deep the height of the noodles. It is at least 3 inches deep. Bet you never see any noodles that tall, aye? Uncle Alex had a hard time digging in....haha.

For those who are wondering what I have been watching on TV lately, it's not the Olympics for sure. :) I am hooked on "Jon & Kate Plus Ei8th". It's a reality show on this young couple who has a pair of twins and a set of sextuplets. Making it 8. So much chaos in the family that I can't help but wonder how my parents (or you kids' grandparents) handled us in the past. But I am glad there were so many of us. Otherwise, there won't be so many of you kids out there too...hahaha. Don't you enjoy having so many cousins eventhough you are in different age groups?

OK, the rest of the blog is for those who appreciates car features. :) Here is what we pay for 2K more for the CRV.....with pics..... :) 6 CD/FM/AM Audio Player /Audio Controls on Steering Wheels
Alloy Sports Rims w Wheel Locks & Mud Guards / Moonroof


The next picture, look at the mpg in center right on top. It measures your miles per gallon (kpg) while you are driving the car. This additional feature on the display is quite cool. I actually re-learn my driving style so that I can get the best of my mileage. :)

Aug 16, 2008

Took the new car out for a spin today. We went to Halu Ramen for lunch with TK & Ying Ying and Stephanie. Ramen still tastes good in Halu Ramen. Still one of the better Japanese Ramen Restaurant after all these years. Will take some pics next time we are there. :) I had the shoyu ramen while the rest had the shio and Honey insisted that I must leave some of mine for him...haha...which I did. :P

On the way back, I had this comical feedback about the new car. Honey in one of his teasing moments......