Two saturdays ago, tin, roselle & their families hosted a get together in honor of siobe. It was planned as a surprise for me but a couple of hours before the dinner ichi had no choice but to tell me as I really didn’t feel like going out that night and he had no “valid” excuse to get me out of the house haha! Had fun catching up with them and E had tons of fun playing the whole night with C. Thank you too for your gifts for siobe!

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Last Saturday we went to Corner Cubbyhouse in Five Dock for E’s classmate’s birthday party. Funny though E was all excited leading up to the day and even on the way to the play centre but when we got there he suddenly didn’t want to join the party. It was weird seeing him that way because it was the first time that he really refused to participate, it took us a while to convince him to finally join the fun. It was also nice meeting some of the other parents as we rarely see them at the day care. It was crazy at the play centre with some of the other parents running after their younger kids following them everywhere, they sure don’t need fat burners with all the exercise they’re getting there.

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After the party, we were on our way to a baby store in Castle Hill but got detoured to another baby store in Parramatta. We decided to check out the store since there was a bit of traffic. It turned out to be a good decision since the stroller that we were eyeing turned out cheaper there (Ichi asked for further discount hehe), the newborn nappies was cheaper too (compared to the nappy warehouse we checked last time). Earlier in the week too we were able to get siobe her portacot and thanks to the gift card from the manabats we were able to get it at the budget we set. With this we were able to get most of the big items off the list and some others we plan to get as needed. I still have to get some small items plus ready the hospital bag soon. Just over a month to go and our little family of 3 will become 4!

Despite being tired from doing house inspections in hot weather, we decided to push through with plans to go to Canberra. After multiple stopovers  (including one at the weereewaa lookout) to rest we finally made it to the Bauis’ home, good thing they were kind enough to put us up for the weekend so we didn’t have to look for extended stay hotels.

The following day we visited the Parliament House some of the areas outside were blocked off to prepare for the following days Australia day celebrations. Dinner was at the Molinas who treated us with a delicious steak dinner and wonderful conversation.

Australia day was spent checking out Cockington Green before driving back to Sydney.

The past weekend was spent with friends. Saturday night dinner at Nando’s to catch up with Tin & fam and Roselle & fam. E had tons of fun playing with Ate RD, CN and A, and kept running around the restaurant. Sunday afternoon was spent catching up with Ness & Joel and their baby J. It was a fun afternoon that included a birthday pavlova for me and E.

It was a good weekend indeed!

Tagged by Roselle. Thanks Roselle, much appreciated!!

A True Friend

Passing this along to Mel, Anton, Tin and Tina. Thank you for your friendships!

Last boxing day, we decided to go to scenic world in blue mountains. We purchased a scenic pass that includes a return skyway and return valley (either via cableway or railway). The view was fantastic and we’re sure to go back again sometime maybe for a little hike.

The following day was reserved for Questacon and it didn’t disappoint. E had tons of fun and didn’t want to leave. On the drive back to Sydney as expected E slept like a log.

I am thankful.

For the blessings – that come and continue to come.

For the little bumps – for they make me grow wiser (hopefully!), learn and appreciate what I have more.

For my family – for loving me in spite of all my shortcomings. hehe. miss ko kayo!

For my extended family – for being there for the three of us.

For old friends – for making the effort despite the distance.

For new friends – for making our life here a bit easier.

For Ichi and E!

2008 has been more of a transition year for us, I wish that this year we will get our groove back. Here’s to exploring more of Oz this year.

Happy birthday to me!!

A couple weeks ago we drove to Canberra for the weekend at the invitation of the Molinas. They had planned an early Christmas get-together with their friends there and invited us. As we had been wanting to go for a while now, we didn’t pass up on the invite. Before we went to their home we visited the Australian War Memorial. E had a great time looking at the various items on display. After picking up some food, off we went to the Molinas. It was a fun christmas get together, complete with great company, good food, nice gifts and plenty of laughter.

Driving to Canberra	Car seat fun
Happy passenger
Australian War Memorial
requisite peace sign pose
liking the diorama
party at the molinas
putting to use tita carlene’s christmas gift
gift giving
games
kids turn

With all the pics that we’re accumulating, its a good thing we have external hard drives for storage.

Was chatting with Jen a few weeks ago and after a while E and her daughter took over our computers and chatted.

showing something to S

webcam windows

E taking a picture of the laptop

Last weekend was a long weekend for us here in Sydney.

Saturday .. Transferred the rego for the car. Yes, we’re finally mobile here!

Sunday .. Had a fun afternoon at Roselle’s daughter C’s birthday party.

More pics here.

Monday .. A last minute road trip to Barrenjoey Head in Palm Beach with friends.

More pics here.