5 simple steps

Do you know the Cartoon "Special Agent Oso" on Disney Playhouse channel? Well, I know it thru watching it with my son. Agent Oso, the yellow panda bear, has a palm pilot who "helps" him by singing '3 special steps'..which happens to be one of Mateen's favourite songs.

Well, Agent Oso needs the palm pilot to help him solve cases. But for my case, Mr Bert needs 'your's truly' to help him as well.

Mr Bert came home yesterday, and was telling me for the training that he is attending, and that he is require to present "5 steps" to do anything... For example: how to wash clothes, or how to wear a tie.. It can be anything, but it must have 5 steps..

So..guess what we settled for..."5 steps on how to change a Cloth Diaper (CD)".

Step1-Adjust the buttons of the CD according to the baby's waist size.

Step2-put in the inserts into the CD.

Step3-fold the lining & put on top of the CD

Step 4-put the CD on the baby's bum (like how we usually change diaper)

Step 5-strap the buttons of the CD & adjust accordingly..

Well, I helped him with the 5 steps.. he didn't kn0w about Step 1-3 initially.. And I helped to prepare a loose CD, the insert, the lining and also Bluey the teddybear as the model for the day..hehe..

And guess what, he got the BEST PRESENTATION amongst the guys...YEAY!!!

When he told me about it, he was chuckling away, and I can tell he has a beaming face as well..aww, am so proud of my man! It must have been so cute seeing him changing a CD with a teddy bear at WORK! tee hee hee..

Great job dia!! Glad to be part of this... (^_^)

lake weekends + passport

I've started this routine with my boy on weekends.We have breakfast at the lake near our house. Reasons being :-

1) for a change of environment. He needs to see more green scenery.Being out from home is good for him (and mummy too).

2) I've always love "lepaking" @ the lake, since my Adelaide days. I feel calm & serene when admiring the lake.

3) as part of my 'exercise' regime (konon). Mateen & I will walk around the lake (quarter round only :P), and find a spot near the playground while facing the lake.

As soon as we find a spot, I will prepare his breakfast, either farley biscuits or cerelac. I will also bring my tea & bread for breakfast. Mateen enjoys it, watching ppl running passed by, seeing the MPAJ guy with the leave blower machine, and just enjoying the early morning freshness.

So my dear boy, this will be our weekly routine okay? Just you & me... :)

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Managed to do Mateen's passport today. It was done within an hour.. very efficient indeed! It's only RM 150 for the next 5 years (applicable for those under 2 years of age).Lucky thing I've done Mateen's passport photo a few weeks back. He was exactly 6 months in the photo.

Now Mateen has license to travel around the world. I'm sure you'll love travelling sayang (just like mummy! :D)

First destination..Singapore! Next..maybe D.C? (hint hint papa..)

Hectic May ahead..

Just got these today..

Adorable right? My friend does it.. really reasonable pricing too! If anybody is interested, lemmie know. I can help to order. ;)

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Yes, it has been a while. It has been almost a month since I started my new job. Work has been hectic, but good.. I am happy with my job. The environment is refreshing & positive, the ppl are cooperative& nice (and quite 'gila2' too). But it is still too early to give judgement. Oh well, for now, I am glad to be part of the team..

Btw, the month of May will be a super hectic month for me. First of all, this is confirmed..

Will be in Singapore for 11 days for practicuum training. The management has chosen me to lead the group of infant teachers. Although I am in the toddler group, but they want me to have the experience as well. I am honoured that they have chosen me.But of course, there's a downside..I will be away from my boys...

It has not "struck" me yet, but I am sure I will be 'homesick' during my stay there.. boohoo~ However, I have planned that weekend in Singapore for them to come & visit me! Air tix all booked..planning to meet relatives & friends, of course a bit of shopping & sight seeing is a must! Thus, this will be our 2nd family holiday, and our first overseas trip together! It's only for 2 days, so I better make the best of it! Can't wait...

Then, another trip came up. My company's 25th anniversary..in Penang! The very next day after my arrival from Singapore, I will be off to Penang pulak for 3 days 2 nights.. As much it will be a fun & relaxing event by the beach, but I am sure my mind will sure think of home.. If only my boys can join me too.. Oh well, this is what working moms need to face kan? Sacrifices need to be made.. Be strong meen!

The week after that , I have the Curriculum Training with my Toddler teachers for 2 weeks, in KL.. so it's a busy busy month for me! fyuuhh~ Bring it on baybeh!

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This is one of Mateen's fav thing to do right now... the "free-fall" or "swimming" gesture...

Here's one of my favourite photo of mateen. Him in Yellow Cloth Diaper with yellow ducklings.

Budak tomel-tomel.. Alah, how to leave him in May? Ooohhh Tiiiidddaaakkkkkkkkk..........