36 Awesome, Awesome Months!

~ Posted on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 8:18 AM ~

My cheeky son, Benjamin turned 3 years old today!

Two years old stage is not really a terrible two, sure, we have experienced the ups and downs, the laughters, the crying, the pampering, the hugging, the cuddling, the scolding, the time-out-ing, but it all makes up a wonderful parenting journey!

What are the memorable events that happened to my cheeky boy within these 3 years?

  • Still on breastfeeding once a day before bedtime (at least he's still sharing mummy;s breasts with his baby sister!)
  • Potty training (pee and poop) at home: SUCCESS!

Of course there are a lot of other things to be mentioned but the above 2 are what I'm especially proud of!

I'm gonna play cheat a little bit here and recycle some stuff I wrote back when he turned 2 years old. Some of the pictures are linked to some of my blog posts, so feel free to click on it to read more (and see more pictures!). Here goes:

Ben looking around...
Terrific Two!
Ben started gurgling and making cute sounds...
Terrific Two!

Ben started giving us cute faces...
Terrific Two!
 
Ben's 1st visit to his pediatrician...
Terrific Two!
 
Ben pondering about his future?
Terrific Two!
 
One in a million shot of Ben's 1st sit on his own!
Terrific Two!
 
Ben pulled me over and gave me a kiss!
Terrific Two!
 
Ben's surprise look as I snapped this shot!
Terrific Two!

 Ben enjoying live music...
Terrific Two!

 Ben signalling to daddy 'no, no, no'!
Terrific Two!

Ben showing mummy how he brushes his teeth...
Terrific Two!

Ben showing us how old he is...
Terrific Two!

 Ben with his cute teeth!
Terrific Two!

Ben, careful not to reveal too much...
Terrific Two!

 Ben enjoying his float...
Terrific Two!

Ben's 1st solo walk in the park...
Terrific Two!

 Ben having fun weighing himself...
Terrific Two!

Ben started his Sunday school!
Terrific Two!
 
Ben gazing up at me as I breastfed him...
Terrific Two!

Ben tasting the oil pastels...
Terrific Two!

Ben's 1st banana leaf rice meal!
Terrific Two!

Ben loves stickers!
Terrific Two!

Ben's 1st tantrum at Toys'R Us...
Terrific Two!

Bubble Head? Ben playing with his bubble gun!
Terrific Two!
25 months old  
Ben fixing his ride-on car & laughing...
26 months old
Ben relaxing on the beach...
27 months old
Ben's first coconut drink!
28 months old
Ben helping daddy to wash car!
29 months old
Ben decided to revamp our bedroom...
30 months old
And created a motorbike out of our pillows!
31 months old
I just love my boy!
32 months old
Ben is into light saber... 
33 months old
Getting harder to snap his picture!
34 months old
I hope he holds my hand when I'm old...
35 months old
Ben still looking cute when crying...

Ben at 3 years old!

Happy 3rd birthday to you handsome man!

Mummy, daddy and baby Alyson loves you awfully so so so much!

Read: Read: Psalm 112:1-2 (NIV), Psalm 127:3 (NIV), Proverbs 22:6 (NIV)

Product Review & Giveaway - Icecreamfairy

~ Posted on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 8:41 AM ~

I stumbled upon a pitch by Icecreamfairy looking for bloggers to review their products and I immediately emailed to ask whether they are OK with international bloggers, and my oh my, they are happy to provide me with the products of my choice from their website for my review!

Although their products are only being sold in Korea both online and offline at the moment, but they will be available in US in the first half of 2012. So here goes my review for the products by Icecreamfairy:

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Description of the products:

"California-based icecreamfairy develops superior-quality baby accessory products made with high-quality materials tailored towards trend-leading parents and the babies in style! 

Our baby accessories not only complete the style, but protect baby's neck, shoulder, head and spine, in the sun, during the nap, and various weather conditions in any mobile situations. icecreamfairy's premium materials prevent germs, odor and bacteria, and its ergonomic designs provide comfort and convenience while preventing head deformation and shaking baby syndrome. 

Enjoy icecreamfairy's hip, colorful, yet stylish products and give your little ones the best gift ever!"

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I received a total of 3 products for my review, so I'll break them down by each product:

Alyson immediately investigates what's inside the gorgeous packaging!

Seriously people, did you see the gorgeous packaging or not? I felt so reluctant to open them up and wanted to just leave the items inside, untouched so I could continue admiring them! Anyway, because I have promised to review items and promises must be fulfilled, so, here goes my feedback on the 1st item of this post: 

1) Frosty Boots in Pink Birdy

I requested for size 12cm for Alyson, just in case she suddenly you know, grow taller or something... anyway, rules in getting children's clothing, better get bigger size!

Now, the material is soft and fluffy, good to protect and keep her tiny little feet warm. It is easy to put on and it is elastic so it doesn't hold on to the ankle tightly.

Of course, we don't have winter season in Malaysia but I was thinking of the family outings we are going to have at Genting Highlands (one of the coldest place in Malaysia) and I think this cute little boots are going to do their job just fine!


2) Dreambow Latex Pillow in Pink Birdy

The Dreambow Latex pillow was originally designed as head support cushion in a mobile environment (stroller, car seat, etc) to prevent babies heads from shaking. Now, this is one cute pillow! The material is soft and yet sturdy for Alyson to rest her head on and she looks so comfortable lying there on the bed playing!

I like the ergonomic designs which are contoured to fit and support the head and neck nicely! Don't forget the latex material helps prevent germs, bacteria, mold and dust mites!


3) Nappy Pocket in Skyblue Daisy

Prior to this, I actually use 2 plastic bags, each storing 2 spare new diapers for Benjamin and Alyson.

Benjamin and Alyson 'attacking' the nappy pocket!

I love the vibrant colors! Pink and blue, and I can squeeze up to 4 diapers with a bit more space to spare! I like that there is a flap at the back which I can put plastic bags and tissue papers in case I need to use them, perfect for short trip outside!

Love how convenient it is to stuff my kids' diapers in style now!

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You can check out the collection of products at their website

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Now, my sponsor has generously offered a Dreambow Latex for me to host as a giveaway to 1 lucky winner! Please note that this giveaway is only available for US residents. (Apologies to the rest, please don't get mad, OK?)

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I received no monetary compensation for this review, I was provided with the product by Icecreamfairy in order to facilitate my review. All opinions expressed in this post are my own. Please do your own research when purchasing products, as your opinions may differ from mine.

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Don't Count The Number of Friends You Have...

~ Posted on Friday, March 2, 2012 at 8:04 AM ~

Came across this inspiring quote about friends...

Image credit: Google search

Now, if you can see my personal Facebook page, you will see that I have 400+ friends. I'm not saying those are not friends, just that they are ex-colleagues, relatives, high school friends, primary school friends, college friends, SAHM friends, bloggy friends and so on.

Anyway, if I really have to count the number of friends I can count on (excluding God and my husband) in times of trouble, sadness and need to grumble, I'd have to say TWO.

One is my bestie since high school. We could talk about our high school life, working life, family life and just plain grumble about anything.

One is a SAHM bloggy friend (we finally met up during the recent Chinese New Year after months chatting on MSN hahahah) We could talk about SAHM life, family life and life with kids and again, just plain grumble about anything!

With these 2 bestie of mine, we can just drop the conversation suddenly and continue with our busy life and then resume our chat few days later or the next time we got around to chatting.

These 2 bestie of mine understand and never critisize what I do or the decision I make or the feelings I'm having. Heck, they supported and even helped release my tensions as well.

So, this post is to be dedicated to my two bestie. Thanks for being there and for the times you listen to my grumbles and complains and accomplishments. When I need to vent out, when I need to brag and so on.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

May God continue to bless you both in everything you do.