Top 10 Highlights of June 2014
The view from the Yum Cha Restaurant in Hong Kong
The holidays are over and the kids are back at school. It has been a month long vacation for them and we certainly had lots of fun.
Today being the 1st of July marks Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day.It is a public holiday over there. Hong Kong has changed quite a bit since we last visited the place in 2011.
This time around the kids are older and it was certainly more fun as they could participate in more activities.
The boys playing a board game on the plane
1. June was a time of many first for us. It was the first time that I flew solo with the kids as R was unable to depart on the same date as us.
White blooms
2. We saw many lovely blooms like the one above when we visited Hong Kong Wetland Park. It was the 2nd time there for the kids and this time around they were more observant of the flora and fauna.
The animal parade at the circus
3. We brought the kids up to Guangzhou, China . It was the first time that Tiger girl watched the circus performance at Chimelong . She was fascinated by the acrobatics and stunts done by the animals during the performance.
Yummy dumplings
4) Being in Hong Kong it was certainly a MUST to go for Yum Cha at least once for breakfast. The Dim Sum was certainly heavenly and I really enjoyed myself eating these tasty dishes.
Spring Onion Pancake
5) It was great to meet up with friends and relatives which we haven’t seen in a while. The kids also had great fun eating and socializing.
Where I normally blog- the dining table
6) June was the month that I took part in the Biannual Blogathon. I took the chance to clean up the back end of this blog and also plan my schedule for July/ August.
7) I also gave a sneak peek behind the scenes here at Dominique’s Desk. I shared how I come up with a blog post and the work that goes behind creating one.
Tiger girl on the slide
8) Having Dad around is certainly good for the kids. I’m blessed to have a hands on partner who does take good care of me and the kids. Daddy does better is my tribute to my other half- R.
9) I completed my series on Parenting with Less Stress with an update on Doggie boy. Parenting is an ongoing process and I hope that my short series had been helpful for my readers.
Nano Cats- Good luck and Hello Kitty
10) Nano blocks- the latest crazy to hit our household. The boys are crazy over these as compared to Lego and have been asking for new figurines to built. They are not that cheap to purchase so they will have to wait till the next holidays before they get any new ones.
How was your June like?
July 1, 2014 @ 7:14 pm
Looks like a happy time 🙂
July 1, 2014 @ 7:49 pm
You guys had a fun filled month!
July 1, 2014 @ 9:29 pm
It’s back to school for us last June. Can’t believe we’re halfway through 2014 already!
July 1, 2014 @ 10:00 pm
Hari Om
June was pretty busy this side too! The mere fact that nearly 1000 shots were taken with the ‘Nik’ says it was worth recording as well. Now, here’s to July &*> YAM xx
July 1, 2014 @ 10:20 pm
June was a busy month with end of year and graduations, etc. Glad to be on summer vacation now. Love the highlights and the photo of the bloom. Also love the one of your daughter on the slide. Adorable!
July 2, 2014 @ 12:46 am
And now it’s gone, but you seem to have truly taken advantage of most the days. Good for you.
I wish the month is even better !
July 2, 2014 @ 6:54 am
Great pictures. The food looks amazing. You had a busy month! 🙂
July 2, 2014 @ 8:27 am
Love the view. Very nice.
July 2, 2014 @ 8:57 am
Nothing like hong kong dim sum indeed.. yum!
July 2, 2014 @ 2:22 pm
Great photos. That sweet onion pie looks good.
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July 2, 2014 @ 4:11 pm
Nanoblocks look cool! Well, we just got our first rainbow loom yesterday so at least that is something affordable. =) Looks like a busy June you had and glad the kids enjoyed the holidays! Flying solo with them must have been an achievement! =)
July 2, 2014 @ 6:18 pm
Love the Hong Kong photos, I look forward to going back. Our june was filled with graduation activities.
July 2, 2014 @ 10:39 pm
Looks like a great month off!
July 2, 2014 @ 11:16 pm
love those highlights— it makes me want to do more to enjoy every moment ! are you joining the heritage fest in Singapore with your kids? 🙂
July 3, 2014 @ 5:18 pm
@Shermaine,
I hope to be able to catch some of the events this time around as we missed the last one. I’m sure you are enjoying your time with your kids 🙂
July 3, 2014 @ 3:36 am
Looks like you had so much fun! Great shots, too! 🙂
July 3, 2014 @ 2:28 pm
It’s been so long since I visited HK. I love walking around the streets, it felt safe.
July 3, 2014 @ 6:48 pm
In our part of the world, the loom bands are taking over my Facebook newsfeeds. hehe Tiger girl is soo cute. She looks happy in the slide.
July 4, 2014 @ 2:58 am
The photos are exceptionally beautiful, filled with happiness and excitement.
July 5, 2014 @ 11:46 pm
You sure had an exciting month of June. And wishing you more fun and excitement in the coming months. 🙂
July 6, 2014 @ 4:48 pm
You got a very productive month! I wish I can go to other part of China too!