Top 10 Highlights of August 2013
Personalizing the Reusable bag
I can’t believe that it is already September. The months really passes much faster in the 2nd half of the year. During the past month of August I have been trying to finish up all the outstanding items which had accumulated from the previous months. Unfortunately there is still quite a bit to get done before I can strike out all that is on that list.
In August I have been cutting down the time spent online and on the promotion of this blog. I have been focusing more on the kids as they will be having their final year examinations in October. They are also looking forward to the end of year trip to Disneyland which we promised them if they do well in school.
Here are some highlights of August.
Doing Art & Craft at the mall
1. During one of the weekends the kids participated in a stenciling activity and created their own personalized recyclable tote bag.
Riding in the go kart
2. They had a spin in the Go karts we rented at West Coast Park. It had been awhile since we brought them there and they were thrilled to pedal around in the park. Tiger girl had fun too being driven around.
Golden Plated Tea Set
3. We brought the kids to the Peranakan Museum during one of the weekends. It was the first time visiting this museum for us and it was certainly an eye opener for all.
Cupcakes
4. I saw these really cool looking cupcakes in my Facebook stream one day and decided to try making my own version of slippers/ high heel cupcakes. I’m lucky that I have many friends who are more then eager to eat my creations as they know that I am still on a weight lost challenge.
Tiger girl playing doctor
5. Playing doctor is something which Tiger girl is currently into. She loves taking out her stethoscope and using it to diagnose what is wrong with her patients like Doc McStuffins.
Yummy Laksa
6. I’m been indulging in some of our local delicacies like Laksa . This is a meal which one cannot afford to eat too often as it is really high in calories as it does have coconut milk inside.
Sushi
7. Other foods which I have been eating a lot the past month was Sushi. The kids and I love Japanese food so it is one of the must visit restaurants if we get the chance too. Unfortunately the portions served in many Japanese restaurants have really shrunk a lot. I’m seriously thinking of attending Japanese cooking classes if I do get the opportunity so I can cook a greater variety of Japanese dishes at home for the family.
Me
8. August is an important month for me as it is the month where I celebrate my birthday. This year I turn 35 and we didn’t have any cake. I had 4 separate celebrations with the family and relatives instead.
Tiger girl on the phone
9. There are many things which one can and should talk to your kids about. I came up with a list of 10 Things to talk to your kids which I feel is a great summary of all the topics which one as a parent should cover.
Spider lily
10. Now and then one needs to refocus so that one is able to keep on track and on target to reach the goals that were set. I feel that this month I have been doing refocusing to remove all the unwanted stuff in my life.
How was your August?
September 2, 2013 @ 7:23 am
Looks like it was a great life.
http://joycelansky.blogspot.com
September 2, 2013 @ 2:57 pm
You surely did a lot with your family last month! Making memories is really more worthwhile than spending time online. 🙂
September 2, 2013 @ 6:23 pm
That looks like it was a great summer. Those cupcakes did look really good.
September 2, 2013 @ 10:33 pm
Visiting from Listicles. I’ve never had it BUT…that Laksa looks delicious!
September 3, 2013 @ 5:31 am
I’d be happy to taste your creations too! They look lovely!
My August was pretty busy around work, quite “outdoorsy” with the family because summer will soon end here and was active on the blogging part because I baked a lot.
September 3, 2013 @ 8:47 am
No wonder I didn’t see much of your posting in your blog.
Which Disneyland will you be heading to?
September 3, 2013 @ 2:09 pm
I am always looking forward to reading your list. And I’m always to see your kids especially Tiger girl, she’s a cutie 🙂 Anyway, my August is just fine and I have had so many realizations this month. I am hopeful that in the coming months, it will be much better. More lucks to us!
September 3, 2013 @ 2:13 pm
Those cupcakes, woah, how cute! =) I like laksa too and got craving to eat it like every week! Too deprived of authentic laksa in Sweden! Keke. I need to find one day to visit West Coast and try out that Go-kart! Sounds like a fabulous month for you, Dom! =)
September 3, 2013 @ 10:14 pm
Your daughter has grown up! She certainly looks like you 🙂
September 4, 2013 @ 5:53 am
You have accomplished a lot this summer!
I love Japanese food, too, and I should cook it more often. My husband and I met while we lived in Japan for three years.
Happy birthday!
Marie from http://www.everydaymiracle.blogspot.com
September 4, 2013 @ 11:24 am
I have less online work this August and also have not spend much time blogging. Like you, I’m glad to have spent more of my time with my kids.
September 4, 2013 @ 5:23 pm
The stenciling class sounds like fun, specially since they got to take home something they made. Happy birthday again and I hope September will be filled with more happy happenings 🙂
September 6, 2013 @ 7:41 am
Looks like you’ve had a busy August. Go Karts are always fun and sushi, delicious.