If Music Be the Food of Love, Play on…..

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started the play, Twelfth Night.

Since a few years ago when SRT decided to host Shakespeare in the Park in Singapore, I have been wanting to be part of it.

Intensively studied Shakepeare in my uni for almost half a year, I have read quite a number of books written by him. The love, tragedy, satire, jokes and the language totally immensed me in his works. Though in olden English, with the ‘thee’ and ‘thy’, I enjoyed every bit of the beauty of the language. Besides Midsummer Night’s Dreams, Twelfth Night is next on my favourite list.

Was a little disappointed when I reached Fort Canning Park with the drizzle. Though with the thought that the play would be cancelled, Jonathan and I still proceeded with the queue to enter the park.

The picnic started at 6.30pm but with the drizzle which then turned into rain did not dampen the spirits of the others. People behind and sitting beside us started laying their wine, food and have made themselves feeling cozy for the long 3 hours play which started at 7.30pm. We continued to hide under the umbrella and even prayed to the weather angels for the change of weather.

We remained positive!!!

And before the sky turned dark, a rainbow appeared in front of us. The rain stopped just before the play started. Though drenched, we felt happy.

It took me quite a while to recall the language and the storyline. Love the character of the Fool acted by Adrian Pang. He added a lot of laughter to the play. He even sang!!!

Amazing night with the cool breeze, the atmosphere, the lighting effects, the cast and the company of Jonathan. Simply divine!!!!

And also a night for us to rest and relax in the park (and with the backaches for sitting almost 3 hours). Totally worth it!!!

Lastly to leave you with my favourite quote from the play, said by Malvolio,

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Happy Easter!!!!

I am so thankful for the long weekend. I cleared lots of my markings, spent time with my precious lil’s and getting into the mood of searching for easter inspirations. I also hope that I can have some time tonight to come up with some accessories without the company of Jonathan. He is at Kelantan tomb sweeping with the family.

Anyone interested in an egg hunt? These eggs are awesome looking.

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Happy Easter to Everyone!!!

The reason for my MIA

I am back at work. Life is so so so busy and hectic. I must say after staying home for 3 years, getting back to work was not easy at all.

During my stay at home, my mum always asked me when I am going back to work. She said if I stay home too long, I would have difficulties going back to work. I do admit that I am really struggling with my work-life balance.

That day a colleague was sharing her daily life with me and I realised that we shared the same routine.

My Daily Routine:-

I will prepare Kaiden in the morning. Jon will send Kaiden to school while I continue to prepare Kaitlyn before sending her to my MIL’s place. Normally, I will go for a heavy breakfast so as to save time having lunch at work. A great way to slim down too. Work continues and by the time I reach home, it’s usually 7pm. Frankly speaking after I have gone back to work, I have been eased off a lot of my workload at home. I no longer cook, do the cleaning and laundry. Jon is in charge of all the fetching and picking up of the children. All the household chores are under Jon’s charge. By the time I finished my dinner, it’s about 8pm. Then it’s time to help Kaitlyn with her homework. Amazingly, as a Primary 1 child, she has homework almost every day but is glad that they come in bite sizes. Easy for me and her to digest. While coaching Kaitlyn, I have to chase Kaiden out of the room sometimes with all the shouting and screaming, depriving the time I have with him since I already don’t see him the whole day. At about 9pm, Jon would send Kaiden to bed leaving Kaitlyn and I to continue with the coaching. Oh boy! Aren’t I am glad that I am done for the day? I am not. That is when the second part of my work comes in, late at night at about 10.30pm. Usually I will end my day at 12 plus if not, sometimes at wee hours of 2am.

Then my colleague asked me if I am going to be like this forever? I told her I don’t know shrugging my shoulders.

I think a lot of mothers who went back to work struggled like I do. Looking at all the good food and stuff that my facebook SAHM have posted and sharing from mothers that are staying home now… I miss a lot of things.

I miss spending time with my children. ( I used to see them 24/7 a day but now only about 2 hours a night, especially for Kaiden)

I miss spending my time in the kitchen whipping up nice food for myself and family. (I love the look of my love ones savouring every bit of food that I cooked)

I miss creating crafts with Kaitlyn. (Bonding time now becomes lecturing when her work does not meet up to my expectations)

I miss updating my etsy shop with new items. (Totally beading thirst)

I miss spending the twosome night with Jon after the kids are asleep. (Busy clearing my work while Jon does his and at the end of the day, he’s always ended in up bed first. Sorry dear, could not help in editing your report as promised. )

Though having negative thoughts about going back to work, I am thankful for the people around me. They gave me a lot of encouragment and help during this period. It gave me a little more courage to accept the changes. I am thankful for all the help rendered especially during the days when Jon had to outstation. Volunteers came from both sides of the family members, helping to send and pick up the children, which left me really touched. Jon has been bugging me to leave and do what I really want but with the thought of where and what I will be five or even three years later freaks me out.

Mothers who went back to work successfully after staying home for long period of time, would love to get inspired from you. Share your story with me.  

Vestimento’s First Photoshoot in 2012

It’s been more than half a year since we last had our ES photoshoot. After Karyn was born, Xueli and couple were so busy taking care of their newborn. Jamie has decided to switch her career and I was in the mist of preparing my little princess for Primary 1. Eventhough everything came to a standstill, we were working real hard behind the scene. We decided to give ES a new facelift. LOL talking about facelift reminded me of the new Volkswagon beetle which Jonathan showed me just now. The red beetle is so yummy.

What have we done over the six months?

1. We came up with a new name and design.

Vestimento sounds really classy. It came from a latin word meaning garment or clothing.

2. We moved on to self-manufacturing. We selected so many designs and finally decided on this one to inspire from. A kimono dress from Elizabeth and James, from co-designers Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen. We love the simple design and the tassel belt. From sample to actual piece’s arrival went though a really long process of about 4 months complete. When we saw the actual outfits, we totally love it.

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3. We had our first outdoor shoot with the thought of creating a Lookbook.  As I had to attend the P1 Parent’s Briefing at Kaitlyn’s school, the whole photoshoot was handled by my team mates. So sad for not being able to have all the fun with them. All photos below were provided by Jamie.

The photographers were really onz. They actually wanted the models and team to be at the venue by 7am. Check out the sunrise. I am sure early morning scenery near MBS is really pretty.

Our lovely anchor model, Gwen, in the electric blue piece.

This time round, instead of just one model, we had another model, Peili, who is dressed in Taupe.

More pictures of the ladies dressed in the new outfits.

I think the photoshoot must be really fun. Photoshoot is not the only thing I have missed. They even went for a good brunch after the shoot at Food for Thought. Hey Jamie, how come no pics from there?

These pieces should be launching anytime this week at Vestimento. They are available in four colours: black, blush pink, taupe and electric blue. Link will be updated once the launch is ready.

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Our First VW Event: Golf GTI 35th Birthday

Last Friday, the family was invited to the very first Volkswagen event. Usually, we will not go for these types of events but knowing that Karen is going, Jon and I decided to join in the fun. It was also a time to gather with other VW owners.

The moment we reached the venue, a fleet of VW cars was being directly to the parking space. What amazed me was the parking space was literally filled with VW cars of different models and I never expect so many people would turn up for the event.

Phototaking at the entrance is a must. Photographers were there to take pictures and cars show models were there to standby in case you are alone. So excited when I collected the palaroid pics.

The moment we stepped into the event hall, wine and champagne welcomed us. NO alcohol for children. Servers serving finger food while waiting for the event to start. Kiddos had a whole lot of pop corns, cotton candy and hotdogs on that night.

The whole fleet of GTIs that were showcased on that night, from the very first generation to date.

Our VW buddy, Karen. She was the one who informed us on the invites before the invitation card reached our mailbox.

All the car show models getting ready for the six generations Golf GTIs to roll out from the backstage. MC for that day was Jamie Yeo, pretty as usual.

There are a few booths catered to us while waiting for the event to start. The manicure and tattoo booths for adults and the jumping castles for the children. There was a movable magic performer for the children.

Kaiden did his tattoo while Kaitlyn queued up for her manicure. Probably, they didn’t realise that there are jumping castles at the children’s section. The queue for the manicure was really long and the colours available were only red, black and white. The colour theme for the event.

The ‘gianomous’ Golf GTI cake and we actually sang ‘Happy Birthday’ song. LOL

Kaitlyn posing with her newly manicured fingers and the newly launched VW Golf GTI. She then proceeded to test her driving skills which was totally cannot make it. LOL!!!

Half way through, Jon took over the wheels.

We ended the day with the goodie bags and food queue. The food queue was so long. I didn’t have any appetite due to my flu. Jon took the GTI burger and gave a thumbs up for that burger.

Thank you Volkswagen for inviting us to the party.

Send me a Genie…

Taking a break from my accessories making. Just realised that I have bought the wrong sizing of 925 silver chain and I cannot connect them with my jump rings as the chain’s holes are too small. I wanted to create a pearl earrings, bracelets and necklace set. It has always been in my mind to create them and now I have to put it off.

How I wish now I have a genie who I can tell him my wish…. I want to change the chains to a bigger size.

Haha, the only genie I can think of is my dear hub who is already in deep slumber. Well, I guess I can only do an exchange next week if the shop allows.

 In the meantime, for those who are having problems like me…. sharing this video. Love it! Love it! A scene from the Korean serial, Dream High. Will provide the English lyrics translation after the clip.

Music can encourage, make someone happy or send a comfort. Sending my hope and encouragment to you. : )Enjoy!!!

 

Tell Me Your Wish (Genie) by SNSD

turn it up, just turn it up
that’s right, c’mon

tell me your wish.
tell me the little dreams in your heart
draw the ideal woman in your head
and look at me
i’m your genie, your dream, your genie

ride your dream car and race along
sit next to me
throw your everything into my enticement
even if your heart bursts and flies in the wind
in this moment, the world is yours

that’s right, i love you. i always believe in you.
dreams and passions, i want to give them all to you
i’m a good luck goddess that wants (wants) to make your wish come true
tell me your wish (i’m genie for you, boy)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your wish)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your dream)
tell only me (i’m genie for your world)

tell me your wish
aren’t you tired of boring days
are you buried in ordinary life
now stop and wake up
you’re my superstar, shining star, superstar

to the trembling that’s like the sound of a heart,
to the harley, entrust your body
now this world is a stage for just you
a wave like the sound of cheering
in my heart, i can feel your body heat
i’m your path, your biggest fan forever

that’s right, i love you. i always believe in you.
dreams and passions, i want to give them all to you
i’m a good luck goddess that wants (wants) to make your wish come true
tell me your wish (i’m genie for you, boy)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your wish)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your dream)
tell only me (i’m genie for your world)
tell me your wish

DJ, put it back on

that’s right, i love you. i always believe in you.
dreams and passions, i want to give them all to you
i’m a good luck goddess that wants (wants) to make your wish come true
tell me your wish

i love you, you’re my music
i love you, you’re my happiness
i love you, i want to be your goodluck charm
(tell me all of your fantasies without hiding anything
i’m a genie, i’ll show you the way
tell me all of your wishes without hiding anything
your genie, i’ll listen to them all)

tell me your wish (i’m genie for you, boy)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your wish)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your dream)
tell only me (i’m genie for your world)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for you, boy)
tell me your wish (i’m genie for your wish)

tell me your wish
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Mummy, are we taking the plane?

A few weeks ago, I did a post on my early bird excursion with family to Singapore Flyer. The ticket package actually includes a ride on the Singapore Flyer and some food vouchers at the Singapore Food Trail. We did not go for these as FIL was working and we wanted him to join in for the ride on the capsule.

We met at about 5.30pm for dinner at the Singapore Food Trail then a stroll by the coast of the river before boarding the flyer for the night scenic view.

Taking the kiddos for toilet breaks after a full dinner is a must. The ride plus waiting time may take up to an hour or more. The children were anxious while the adults were excited.

Suddenly, it dawned on me that Singapore is actually verybeautiful. Too bad my camera can’t capture really nice night scenes due to the reflection of the glasses. One day, I must try the sky dinning. It must be a whole lot of experience.

Needless to say, we enjoyed ourselves. Family fun is always enjoyable.

This time round, I decided to let the pictures and captions do the talking. :0)  Time consuming but totally loves the effect of the pictures. Totally worth the effort, isn’t it?