Career mom

After 18months (great 18months) of being SAHM, I'll be returning to work again this coming Monday. Mixed of emotions and feelings..sad to leave my BabyZara to a babysitter while I'm working..surely I'm going to miss her mischievious, cheeky acts..am feeling uncertain of how the job's going to be (busy is definitely one of them), also uncertain of how the system works and hopefully my colleagues are nice and willing to help one another.

I'll be working in Paediatric department, which is a new experience. I was in Medical departent before and to start again in a new department (to re-experience this uncertain feelings all over again) is so tiring. (i'm tired even before starting the job!!) Oh God, please help make this whole new experience as smooth as it can be for me..

Because BabyZara is still breastfeeding, I will have to make time to pump the breastmilk while working. I pray that Allah s.w.t will grant me some times to do so and I also pray that my milk supply would be abundant, so I could give what is the right of my baby at least for 2years. InsyaAllah..

So, if my blog has been silent for sometimes, then you know that I'd been busy with the work..but surely, I'll try my best to update this blog from time to time. (This blog probably will be my escapade from the busy life of Paediatrician-in-training).

Till then, take care!

A week away

Oh God..I've been away from this blog for quite sometimes..again..was too busy and tired to write a new entry.

For your info, I'll be starting my job in a month (after a very long break). So I was busy preparing myself for that. Been busy buying new work clothes, went out almost everyday for work clothes hunting! (as my old clothes now are too small for me!!). Oh how I wish I'll get back my old figure..since the Summer sale is just starting, there are plenty clothes for me to pick/choose ;)) My shopping spree has not end yet!

And my younger brother (who is living and studying in Dublin) came to visit for a few days before heading back to Malaysia for his Summer break. Wish we could go back to Malaysia this year..but unlikely as I'm starting my job soon. Maybe next year..InsyaAllah..
While he was in Galway, we went for house hunting in Letterkenny (where I'll be working in July). It took 3 1/2 hours drive from Galway to get to Letterkenny. We've found a house that's in good location and new and affordable. So, the plan is to move in by first week of July.

Oh..and the good news is...MrHubby will be living with us in Letterkenny! (remember that he was posted in Waterford for 2years?) His application to defer his post for a year has been approved!! Yes!! Alhamdulillah..he'll be having a year off..but he has a lot to do..while on a year leave, he needs to study for his MRCP (while doing locum jobs) and hopefully by one year he'll pass at least one exam!

We'll be very busy packing things and unpacking things for the next month! I couldn't believe how much stuffs we have now..BabyZara's stuffs are mounting! Probably we'll donate or sell some old/unwanted stuffs as well..(pening..pening..tgk barang yg berlambak2)

Plus, we have to train BabyZara to sleep without me on her side at night. A doctor needed to be oncalled and my BabyZara will need to sleep without me at night..sigh..since the first day she was born, she has been sleeping with us by her side and she's now 14months!! And during night time she'll breastfeed for a couple of times (at least). There would be no problem during day cos she'll take her breastmilk from bottles..the night time worries me..should start to train her by next week! Have to!! Need to do research on this matter as well before starting this project..

Father-Daughter Time. Zara's telling stories on the stairs (her fav spot)

It's going to be busy month ahead..and of course I'll be busy with work after that..Please God everything will be smooth and easy for our family..amin..

The Weekend

Been away from this blog for quite sometimes! Kinda miss to write and tell our stories..

So what did we do last weekend? I was planning to surprise MrHubby for his birthday and I managed to do that on Sunday 29th May ;)) (And Zara turned 14months on the same day!) But no pressie given as I had not buy him the other pressie that I wanted him to have. So, only birthday cake and food on Sunday. The menu on Sunday were kue teow goreng, seafood sushi, air bandung cincau and of course the birthday cake (Cherry and Raspberry Cheesecake). The recipe will follow in the next few posts. We also had a few company on the day for MrHubby's birthday celebration.

The Birthday Cake (without the candles)

Blowing those candles

MrHubby and his birthday cake

Cutting the cake

One big slice for me please ;))

Before the feast, I had been going out to town 3days prior as I was trying to find him another pressie (bought him an Armani perfume on Thursday). After thinking hard I'd decided to buy him a SatNav. We didn't have any SatNav and MrHubby tried to download the programme into his Iphone once before but didn't succeed. Anyway, I went to Currys on Monday and bought him TomTom SatNav (Via 110) with 5years warranty (should anything happen to it we could get a replacement).  I gave him the pressies on Monday when he came back from work. He smiled ear to ear when he got the pressies and I was glad that he loved them.

Trying to figure out what was inside ;P

Ear to ear..hehe..

Oh, on Saturday morning, we went for a movie..me and MrHubby on a date ;p 

We watched Pirates of the Caribbean while munching on the nachos and sweet popcorn! (They only have the sweet popcorn in EyeCinema Galway, no other cinema in Ireland (as far as I know) sells sweet popcorn!) The movie was really good and we didn't realise that the showing time was about 2 and half hour. And of course afterwards we rushed back to home as I was missing BabyZara so much! Found her soundly asleep in her swing..

Tamak..hehe..both nachos and sweet popcorn were in his hands

Mummy and Zara (she turned 14months on MrHubby's birthday celebration)

A new member of family

The blogspot acted up again and I wasn't able to update this blog for a couple of days. Glad that I could update my blog again :))

What did I do while I was away from this blog? Nothing much really..we haven't celebrate MrHubby's birthday..which I figure we would this weekend. Bought him a perfume (free Armani weekend bag with the perfume) which smell so good..I might buy him another pressie as well. 

And my old Sony Experia phone had been messing up with me few days ago. It would call and send texts on its own! Luckily the it called was MrHubby so MrHubby kept answering 'my' calls over and over again. Hehehe..so, I've decided that it was the time for a new phone. Went to town centre on Tuesday and there was great offer by 3mobile store. Iphone4 for free!! So without any hesitation, I went into the store and grabbed the free phone! But its under 24months contract, 40euro/month bill. It actually was not bad at all. I am now an Iphone4 user! Yehaa!!

While on Wednesday, BabyZara had an appointment with a dietician. She was referred by the Public Health Nurse who was so concerned about BabyZara's height (was at 2nd centile on the graph). When measured again that day, her height was 71.5cm (she was 69cm 2months ago) which just above the 2nd centile. As long it has not drop from the 2nd centile, we would be happy. And BabyZara's weight was 9.4kg (gained 300g in 5weeks) which was hovering on 25th centile. So the plan for her is to reduce the snacking time and to focus more on the major meals with more proteins. We have to re-schedule her meal times and her menu as well. But Alhamdulillah that she is healthy otherwise. And of course we couldn't expect she would be as tall as the Irish babies..sbb mummy and abah dia cinonet orang asia! Our prayers are always with you, our little princess. Semoga menjadi anak yang solehah dan dikurniakan kesihatan yang sempurna..amin..

Zara and Abg Irsyad (her cousin) celebrating their birthdays (Spring 2011-Netherlands)

In Keukenhof, Netherlands

Bertatih jalan..skrg sudah nk berlari

"Mummy, check out my new wheels!"

Our sweetheart

Okie dokie, will update again soon about a couple of recipes I've tried and tested this week. And if we were to celebrate MrHubby's birthday, I will update on the celebration as well. Till then..

Birthday without a celebration

Well, it was MrHubby's birthday yesterday! Happy birthday to my beloved husband. May Allah bless you and our family always.

We didn't plan for anything..(It should be me planning instead of "we")..so MrHubby ended up spending his birthday just like any ordinary day..poor him! So he's missing his pressie and birthday cake. Remember in the previous post that I was thinking buying him the Xbox console? Well, he said that he doesn't really want it..and he doesn't know what he wants for his birthday! Man..(shaking my head) It really hard to find a present for a man..I've been having the same problems everytime it comes to birthdays and anniversaries and any sorts of celebrations! Oh well, maybe I'll surprise him sometimes this week (i'm sure he doesn't expect anything from me anymore at this stage ;p). I'll find him something that he needs instead of what he wants :))

Neways, there is a recipe that I want to share today. It's Pandan Chiffon Cake, so light, soft and fluffy. I made the cake on Friday for MrHubby when he was oncalled.

Pandan Chiffon Cake

Original recipe: www.bluetiffin.blogspot.com

Ingredients A:

• 6 kuning telur (gred A)/ 6 large egg yolks
• 150 g gula halus/ 150g fine/castor sugar
• 100 ml pati santan/ 100ml coconut milk
• 70 ml air/ 70ml of water
• 100 ml minyak jagung/sayur/ 100ml vegetable oil/corn oil
• 225 g tepung gandum/ 225f plain flour* (I used cake flour)
• 1 1/2 camca teh baking powder/ 1 1/2 tsp baking powder*(*diayak/sieved)
• 1 camca teh pandan paste/ 1tsp pandan paste
• Secubit garam/Pinch of salt

Ingredients B:

• 6 putih telur (gred A)/6 large egg whites
• 135g gula halus/ 135g fine/castor sugar
• 1/2 camca teh cream of tartar/ 1/2 tsp cream of tartar

Method:

• In one big bowl, mix all ingredients A using a whisk until all well mixed. Put aside.
• In another bowl, beat the egg whites and the cream of tartar using high speed. Add in the sugar bit by bit until fluffy and soft peaks.
• Fold in the egg whites into the mixture A using rubber spatula. Pour the batter into chiffon cake tin and bake in the oven at 175'C for 30-35minutes.
• When its cooked, take out from the oven and turn over the cake tin. Let it cool down that way and take it out carefully when it has cooled down completely. Ready to be served.

1. Dalam satu bekas, satukan ke semua bahan A dan kacau menggunakan wisk hingga semua larut dan sebati. Ketepikan.
2. Dalam mixing bowl, pukul putih telur dgn kelajuan tinggi bersama cream of tartar. Masukkan gula halus sedikit demi sedikit hingga putih telur menjadi kembang dan kental.
3. Gaul putih telur tadi ke dalam bancuhan no.1 dgn kaedah 'kaup balik' hingga sebati. Masukkan ke dalam acuan chiffon berukuran 26cm dan bakar dalam oven yang telah dipanaskan pada suhu 176C selama 30 - 35 minit.
4. Bila masak, keluarkan dari oven dan terus terbalikkan acuan chiffon. Biar berkeadaan terbalik hingga kek sejuk. Sisip dgn pisau bahagian tepi acuan dan keluarkan perlahan2 dan sisip juga bahagian dasarnya utk mengeluarkan kek...boleh dihidangkan.

So here are some pics of my chiffon pandan cake. It was not perfect but it tasted so yummy nonetheless!

Cracked surface!

Cooled and ready to be served!

Packed and ready to be delivered to MrHubby

Overview of Car Seats

Choosing the right car seat is a desicion worth taking a little time over. It will become a familiar resting place for your baby and something that you'll spend plenty of time lifting, carrying and fitting into place. Buying the best car seat (accordingly to your budget) is one of investment you'll need to do for your baby's safety when they are out and about in the car. They are a few types/groups of car seat according to your baby's age and weight. You definitely will be buying at least 2 car seats (just like I did) if not more.

Zara enjoying herself in her car seat

The types of car seat:

• Group 0/0+ (Baby/Infant)-Its suitables from birth until age 6/15 months approx (0-10/15kg)
• Group 1 (Toddler)- Its suitable from 9 months-4 years approx (9-18kg)
• Group 2,3 (Junior)- Its suitable from 4-11 years approx (15-36kg)
• Group 1,2,3 (Toddler/Junior)- Its suitable from 9 momths-11 years approx (9-36kg). This was the one I bought for Zara (picture above)

There are a couple of things that you should think about before buying a car seat,

1. Its never a good idea to buy a second-hand car seat. It may have been involved in an accident/sustained damage and wear and tear that will reduce its efficacy.
2. When it comes to buying, its the weight and not the age that matters. If your baby below or above the recommended wieght range for the seat, it may then not offer the best possible protection.
3. Always check that you know how to fit the car seat by yourself to correct position and the seat is fitted correctly.
4. NEVER put a child in a passanger seat fitted with an active front airbag. Airbags are designed to protect adults but can have opposite effect on children.
5. Keep babies in rear facing infant carrier car seat as long as possible (until baby reaches their maximum weight range). They offer the best protection for smaller babies by supporting their head and neck.

Group 0/0+ (Baby/Infant)

• This type offers the best protection for smaller babies and its a rear facing car seat.
• Comes handy with the handle to lift and carry the baby around.
• It could be fitted by the seat belts or a special fixture/base. (eg: ISO fix)
• Some types could be fitted directly on to the strollers which would be handy when baby asleeps. Baby could be transfered into the car without any dissturbance.
• Usually with padded seat liner and will be soft and cosy for baby to snug in.
• Ours came free with the stroller.
• NEVER put in a passanger seat fitted with an active front airbag.
• Example of Group 0/0+ car seat is the picture on the right

 Group 1 (Toddler)

• This is foward  facing car seat could give your child a better view.
• It could be fitted by the seat belts or a special fixture. (eg: ISO fix)
• Could come in with 3 points or 5 points harness/safety belts.
• Make sure that you baby has full neck and body support and the baby is comfortable on the car seat.
• Make sure that your toddler's head and body is well support in the car seat.
• NEVER put in a passanger seat fitted with an active front airbag.
• Example of Group 1 car seat is the picture on the right.

Group 2,3 (Junior)

• A forward facing car seat for your junior's safety.
• This group of car seat will only need adult seatbelts to secure them in place.
• You could either buy the junior car seat or only the booster seat. However, it is recommended that the child has full body and neck support. ( In this group, I would think it's better to buy junior car seat with high back support)
• However, booster seat is ideal for travel or back up option (eg: Grandparents' car or for unexpected situations) as it is small and handy to carry.
• NEVER put in a passanger seat fitted with an active front airbag.
• Example of Group 2,3 car seat is the picture on the right.

Group 1,2,3 (toddler/Junior)

• This type of car seat I bought for BabyZara as I was thinking, if I heva to change the car seat for at least 2 times more, why not buy the one which would last until she's 12.
• This car seat could be transformed into junior car seat just by taking off the safety harness. 
• As for my BabyZara car seat, it comes with safety cushion instead of safety harness. When she is big enough I would take off the safety cushion and viola! she would have the junior car seat. (and we don't have to buy her a new car seat, saves us some bucks!)
• NEVER put in a passanger seat fitted with an active front airbag.
• Examples of Group 1,2,3 car seats are in the picture on the right and the picture on the very first (BabyZara and her car seat)

So there you go, an overview of car seat group and types. I hope this will help you in anyway in choosing and buying the best car seat for your baby.

Dai Dai

BabyZara now can says "die! die!" "dai dai"  means "bye bye" in her own cute pronunciation! I'm so proud of her. While waving her hand and says "dai dai" she would then continue her story telling. She is just so cute telling her stories in her own words and she has so many stories to tell! I could now imagine how she would be asking so many questions soon enough ;)) and I can't wait for it.

Here are a couple of pics of Zara taken last week when MrHubby was on his leave. We went out to a playground as BabyZara was so bored at home.

Now she would asks for her jumper/jacket and then she would walk to the shoe rack to pick up her shoes and would ask me to help her wearing those shoes! This is how she let us know that she wants to go out for fresh air! ;)) She's just brilliant!

Sitting on her carseat

Zara and her swing, enjoying herself

She loves the swing! Can't take her out until she says so ;p

Our BabyZara enjoying herself

And as for me, I had a new haircut yesterday! After so long, I finally had my hair cut and it costs so much! (I never knew that hairdressing in Ireland costs that much!!). Usually I would have my hair cut when I was back in Malaysia. Last 2years I had my hair straightened permanently in Malaysia but they don't have that kinda thing in Ireland, how unfortunate. I miss the super straight hair I had before. Oh by the way, I had my head massaged by the hairdresser and it felt so damn good! I have forgotten how to pamper myself for so long..(all super mummies out there don't forget to take 5 and relax and pamper yourselves). Wish I could go for full body massage! (wishing..)

Breast is the Best

Alhamdulillah..for all the blessings in our lives. This include the chance given to me to fully breastfeed our BabyZara until this day. She is now 13months and 2weeks young ;))

This post is specially dedicated to new mummies (2 of my closest friends have recently given birth, Congratulations!!), mummy-to-be, and all the ladies (and not to forget the daddies and daddy-to-be) out there with good intention to breastfeed their babies. I'm no expert in this field (Breastfeeding world is so much exciting and need more studies/explorations) but I would try my best to share the experiences and the knowledge that I have on breastfeeding from my point of view as a mother and a doctor. This topic would definitely need more than one post :)

Today, I would like to share the millions (that is exaggerated, but probably not, because some things we might have not discover yet) of breastmilk and breastfeeding wonder. When I was a medical student I was taught the benefits of the breastmilk versus the formula milk. There is no doubt through the science and research that the breastmilk (BM) is superior than the formula milk (FM). People has been misled that the FM are "nearly identical to breastmilk and that they are almost as good as BM" which is NOT TRUE at all!

Here are some highlights of BM and BF (breastfeeding) wonder:
Source: www.babycenter.com

1. BF will protect your baby from a long list of illnesses-Numerous studies from around the world have shown that stomach viruses, lower respiratory illnesses, ear infections, and meningitis occur less often in breastfed babies and are less severe when they do happen. Exclusive breastfeeding (meaning no solid food, formula, or water) for at least six months seems to offer the most protection.The main immune factor at work here is a substance called secretory immunoglobulin A (IgA) that's present in large amounts in colostrum, the first milk your body produces for your baby. (Secretory IgA is present in lower concentrations in mature breast milk.) The substance guards against invading germs by forming a protective layer on the mucous membranes in your baby's intestines, nose, and throat. (So mummies, DO NOT give water to your baby before 6months, this will flush out all the good stuffs from BM that protect your baby's intestines, nose and throat)
2. BF may boost you baby's intelligence-Various researchers have found a connection between breastfeeding and cognitive development. In a study of more than 17,000 infants followed from birth to 6 1/2 years, researchers concluded from IQ scores and other intelligence tests that prolonged and exclusive breastfeeding significantly improves cognitive development. (Who doesn't want a brilliant baby ;P)
3. BF can protect your baby from developing allergies-Babies who are fed a formula based on cow's milk or soy tend to have more allergic reactions than breastfed babies.Scientists think that immune factors such as secretory IgA (only available in breast milk) help prevent allergic reactions to food by providing a layer of protection to a baby's intestinal tract. Without this protection, inflammation can develop and the wall of the intestine can become "leaky." This allows undigested proteins to cross the gut where they can cause an allergic reaction and other health problems.Babies who are fed formula rather than breast milk don't get this layer of protection, so they're more vulnerable to inflammation, allergies, and other eventual health issues.
4. BF may lower your infants' risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
5. BF can reduce your stress level and your risk of post-partum depression- When nursing your baby, your body will release the oxytocin hormone, a hormone that promotes nurturing and relaxation.
6. BF may reduces your risk of some types of cancer-Numerous studies have found that the longer women breastfeed, the more they're protected against breast and ovarian cancer. For breast cancer, nursing for at least a year appears to have the most protective effect.
7. BM nutrients are tailored to your baby- BM is species-specific for human and changes accordingly to the infant's needs. Its nutrients are easily digest and absorb by infants digestion system. (That's why BF infants usually will get hungry faster-2hourly feed, and that's why FM fed baby will usually get constipated. FM is hard to digest by baby).
8. And BM is FREE!!!!
9. BF babies usually will have healthier teeth, eyes and ears-FM fed babies more likely to get ear infections compared to BF babies.
10. BF will help mothers to shed post-partum weight-BF could consumes upto 500calories per day!!
11. BF may protect your baby from obesity-Experts think that breastfeeding may affect later weight gain for several reasons:

• Breastfed babies are better at eating until their hunger is satisfied, leading to healthier eating patterns as they grow.
• Breast milk contains less insulin than formula. (Insulin stimulates the creation of fat.)
• Breastfed babies have more leptin in their system, a hormone that researchers believe plays a role in regulating appetite and fat.
• Compared with breastfed babies, formula-fed infants gain weight more rapidly in the first weeks of life. This rapid weight gain is associated with later obesity.

These are the facts of BF and BM wonders. I believe and I know there are more benefits of BF that I have not mentioned above. And of course BF could build special bond between you and your baby. And if you'll be working you could continue to give BM to your baby (it would be in different post). 

Breast is the Best (Source:Google)

BF in the train from Paris to Amsterdam (Winter 2010)

Happy baby after BF! ;))

However, if you are not able to BF your baby (due to medical illnesses or any inevitable reasons) you are not becoming less motherly. Maybe you could try for your next baby? ;))

Oh, before I go, here are RARE reasons you CANNOT BF your baby (from medical point of view)

• Maternal HIV- transmission rate upto 30% to the newborn
• Maternal HTLV-1 and HTLV-2- transmission rate upto 20% to the newborn
• Maternal Metabolic Disease (Wilson's Disease)- Wilson's disease treated with penicillamine which is contraindication in BF
• Infant Galactosemia- diagnosed with newborn screening, baby requires lactose-free diet
• Maternal drug (Chemo/Radiotherapy,drugs of abuse-most commonly encountered)

 As I said before, these are the points that I know, and there are lots more that I do not cover in today's topic. I will try my best to post the topics related to BF and BM in the near future. I hope this post today would help you in anyway. All the best and keep up the good jobs you have done so far. HAPPY BREASTFEEDING LADIES!!

First Zoo Trip

MrHubby's on his annual leave starting last Monday. And where did we go while MrHubby's on hols? Hehe..we went no where. We spent times lazing around. We went to Dublin Zoo on Thursday as planned ages ago. Weather was not so great..one minute it was sunny, the next minute it was pouring!! Poor BabyZara..half of the times she spent being on the stroller with the rain cover on!

Here are some infos of Dublin Zoo. It's located in Pheonix Park, Dublin and it was opened on 1st  September 1831, which make the zoo almost 180 years old!!! Tickets costs 15euro for an adult (free admission for kids under 3yo). We did have fun while touring the zoo. BabyZara was really excited walking about the zoo. And she really enjoyed the African Plains especially the giraffes! That was our first ever visit to Dublin Zoo!! (after 8years living in Ireland)

Here are some photos taken on our first Dublin Zoo visit.  Enjoy!

Enjoying her first trip to the Zoo!

Our small family

Our cheeky monkey ;))

Baby Rhino ride

Giraffes in African Plains, Zara really enjoyed this view!

African Plains again

"Mummy,is that really a tiger?"

Counting the Blessings

Alhamdulillah..for all the blessings I've got so far..2days ago I've got a call from RCPI (Royal College Physician of Ireland) that I've been offered a training post in Paediatrics consists of a 2year training programme. I was over the moon!! I was waiting for a job offer for quite sometimes as I'm ready to go back to work after a very long break (16months to be exact).

But on the turn-down side, my training would start at Letterkenny for one year and MrHubby's training programme would be in Waterford. That would make us 402km or 5hours drive away!! And for the 2nd year, I would be in Dublin and he would still be in Waterford! That would make us 166km or 2hours drive away!! How unfortunate..if he could not swap with anyone, then we would be living separately for 2years with occasional weekends meet up (obviously only when we both are not oncalled). This is the lives of Irish doctors..(crying silently)



Yet,I am grateful and feel blessed with the opportunity given. This would be the sacrifice that we need to make for our better future. Praying and hoping the best yet to come for our family.

A promise that was not been kept

Remember the post about the new TV that we decided not to buy until this July?? The story is in here Hehe..that did not happen. Yesterday (Monday Bank Holiday in Ireland) we went to Currys again just to kill the time on the before MrHubby starting back to work the next day. So, when we were looking around, this one floor staff came to us and started to ask us random questions about BabyZara that we took along with us. Then, that guy started to ask what kind of TVs that we were looking for and for the craic of conversation, we told him its probably Samsung or LG LCD/LED TV. He showed us around and told us that there is a quite good sale on Samsung 40inch LED model 2010 6000 series (I never new that TV does the series as well, thought it was only the bimmer ;p) because the new model 2011 just arrived in store. It went down 200euro and told me only 5 left in store! What more, he said he could give us a special price if we were to buy the cables and wall bracket. I was saying to MrHubby, I really would like a new TV and its quite a bargain as the model was relatively new. So..after a short discussion with MrHubby, we've decided......that.....we're going to BUY it!!! Hehe..so,here's our new TV..Samsung 40inch Full HD LED TV..the pictures on the screen are AWESOME!!! Love it!!!

So, last night we played Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollow (Part 1) on the new TV using the hard drive (Yes people, it has the USB cable on the TV). I know this is so in the past, but for me..it is a WOW! Hahaha..felt sorry for ourselves because we RARELY spend money on this kind of things/stuffs. MrHubby was telling me that he really wants Xbox so he can play when he bored. And with the new TV it would be perfect! So now, I'm thinking of getting Xbox 360 for my MrHubby's birthday that's coming in 18days time. Should i or shouldn't i?? Probably I should after he spent so much money on the new TV for the family..right? ;))

13months old Zara being cheeky monkey

She's the precious gem of us

MrHubby and BabyZara

And the new arrival

MrHubby's assembling the new TV

And now i was too busy watching the TV to snap proper pic of the TV ;p

Not so quiete weekend afterall!

Remember that MrHubby is still down with flu? He's supposed to lie down and have plenty of rest. But what did we end up doing yesterday? We went out to town..not once but twice! The weather was so nice we felt it would be ashamed to stay in the house. The first trip was in the morning (not early morning as it was Sunday and the shops were not open until noon!) where we went to Currys (electrical store) and we had a good look around for a new TV. MrHubby was telling me that he wants a new TV a few times. Usually I would ignore him as the TV we have at the moments still showing pictures with colours  hence no need for a new TV ;P But for the last couple of days he's been saying how nice to have a bigger screen TV with much better quality of pictures so I said, lets go and see if there is any good bargain/sale in Currys. So we went there with a mission..mission impossible ;P

After about 1hour in the store, suddenly MrHubby told me "Hun, i think its better for us to wait till we move to Waterford this July". I was like..what??? I was so excited that morning cos I thought that we would finally going to buy a new TV (our current TV is a box set 21inch TV, very heavy which i bought when i was a 2nd year medical student,that was 7years ago!). Then i said "Actually,its fine with me. If we could wait for a few years why cant we wait for a few months". So..we decided, no new TV until we have settled in Waterford this July. (Doctors in Ireland usually will move around the coutry to find new jobs..doc jobs in Ireland in my opinion are not secured. Contract would usually lasted for 3months-1year,2years if u get lucky). Then, we headed back home for lunch.

Later in the evening after lunch (MrHubby was so nice to cook us the lunch- TomYam and rice. Thanks so much MrHubby!), we then took BabyZara out for a walkie and a visit to playground. What did BabyZara do when we got to the playground? She went straight to the swing. She really loves the swing, though she didn't smile/laugh when on the swing, but she cried when we tried to take her out from the swing! She spent almost 30mins on the swing then we took her out (with some difficulties because of the cries). BabyZara was so friendly with other children, she must be lonely, spend most of her time at home. She followed this one little girl around.And when the little girl was about to leave, she waved her goodbye!

Here are some of the photos of BabyZara and the favourite swing of hers:

Zara's wearing one of the new shoes we bought her the day before.

Zara was looking around the other kids playing

Again, she was looking around..her face didnt tell that she enjoyed the swing so much but she cried when we tried to take her out of the swing

Mummy and Abah's little miss sunshine!

Straight afterwards, we went out for dinner @Capitol Kebab. I had lamb shish kebab with rice while MrHubby had Capitol Special (combo of everykind of grilled meat/kebab in the house!). It was really nice. What about BabyZara?? She felt asleep as soon we left the playground. She must be very tired playing and walking around the ground. 

She looks so peaceful, isn't she?

So,that's the story for yesterday..and today..it's another story to tell ;))