Pain, Always Pain

Lil Shauna has such low pain tolerance. Wait, maybe it doesn't exist at all.

The intolerance started when she was a pre-schooler. It started off with tummy aches. Then she progressed to pain in the calves and behind the knees. Those were real pain, which kept her awake at bed time and even woke her up in the middle of the night. I googled and those were probably growing pains. The internet also said that not all children will experience growing pain; only those with low pain threshold. Ah ha, that must be my Lil Shauna.

Every now and then, she will complain about headache, tummy pain and even chest pain. When we ask her to rate the pains, the pains are always very high on her scale yet she could function normally most of the time. To add on, she is super dramatic. A little cut or broken skin and she reacted as if she had just been slashed and don't remind me about bath time thereafter. A little pain in her leg and you can see her limping around.

It has come to a point that I can no longer tell if it is real pain or she is faking it. Every pain is very pain. Zzzzz. On Monday, when I picked her up from Student Care, she complained that she felt breathless in the late afternoon. She said that it was as if her lungs didn't get enough air even when she took deep breathes. Of course I panicked. Cough? No. Stuffy nose? No. Headache? Yes, but only when I asked.

I texted Daddy Lim, who didn't think that it was a big deal and told me to monitor. For the next hour, Lil Shauna acted like the most lethargic person in the world and intentionally took deep breathes in front of me every now and then. However, she could talk normally, walk home normally and eat normally. Zzzzz.

The drama continued through dinner but miraculously disappeared after shower when it was free time (to watch TV). Haiz, I cannot tell if she recovered or she exaggerated the discomfort. I have a drama queen at home.

Mummy Lim

Ice Skating 57

Lil Shauna did some practices on her own before class. Bcos of the delay tactic that I deployed to save my poor old injured knee, she didn't have much time to practice and of course she didnt mind.

She said that she likes it when Mummy and Zaky take lessons with her. I thought it is bcos she feels encouraged by us learning with her. She corrected me bluntly - it is bcos I will have to entertain Zaky on ice and also practice myself and will not have time to hawk over her. What the.. win already.

Anyway, also the dramatic fall, I didn't have much mood to chase after her. I rather take wefie to burn time. Lalalalala.

 With the little girl. Spot the tiger.

She hopped off for lesson soon after.

Teacher Raymond made her practice her stretch spin. She was almost there but I think more work to be done. Then, she was taught backward spin when she is far from mastering her normal spins.

Lil Shauna said that the backward spin was so impossibly exhausting. Quite a few times, I saw her squat on the ice after her spins only to be told by Teacher Raymond to try again and again. Poor thing. But she had fun and a sense of achievement when she could achieve a few of the back spins.

I broached the topic of competition with her after class, reminding her of her enthusiasm to join one after hearing her peers' success and interesting competition stories. She is still worried about falling down in front of the crowd but who really cares? Competing will give her something to look forward to and I think it will propel her to the next height than this endless lessons with no aim. She agreed and I hope she doesn't back out like the last few rounds. Then she listed her condition - it must be an overseas competition so that it is like a holiday too. Wah, my girl got big appetite not for ice skating but to enjoy life. Lol.

Did the thought of competiting make her work extra hard? Bo lah. The next day, she skipped off ice training bcos she so slightly twisted her ankle while coming down the stairs in the morning. The dramatic queen limped everywhere until I SMS Teacher Raymond to inform skipping the training. Some moments later, I caught her so happily running and playing ball with Zaky. She said that the pain suddenly disappeared. Wah, so good. I wonder what elixir did she take. Zzzzz..

Mummy Lim

Accident

We were on the way home from my brother's place. It was right at that slip road before we hit AYE. It was a road with a limited/ difficult view of the oncoming vehicle. We stopped to let a car past and shortly heard a thud and felt an impact. Apparently, a motorcycle didn't stop in time and knocked into us.

When I got out of the car, I saw the rider having some trouble picking up his bike but  he did manage to do so eventually. It reminded me of the times when I dropped my bike a long time back except that I didn't have strength to pick it up and always had to rely on other male drivers/ riders to help. Lol.

Luckily the rider wasn't hurt. He looked young. The left rear of our car suffered ugly scratches. The rider was in shock; I could see him trembling. He said that he owns the bike but his insurance wouldn't cover him bcos he was working  (delivery) at the point of accident. He said that he also have another case pending. He asked to settle privately but said that he doesn't have money with him now. Daddy Lim almost wanted to let him go but I asked for his details and to decide later.

Our car is almost 3 years old and this is the largest exterior damage so far. For a while, I sympathised with the boy (he is only 19 yo) and thought the same as Daddy Lim to not pursue. We had all been given chances before in the past traffic accidents. Long time ago, I bumped into the rear of an old Mercedes and its bumper dropped! It must be a really old car before I really just kissed it so lightly. I eventually didnt hear from the owner. Just then, I realised that the boy had just obtained his motor licence in August this year. Two accidents in a short span of 2 months is not a good thing. Maybe it would be good for us to get him off the road or he might not be so lucky in next accident.

Let's pray about it.

Mummy Lim

Core 3 with Zaky Lesson 3

I always asked for sharper blades whenever I loan the skates. The blunt skates have no proper gripe. The usual staff told me that the skates had just been sharpened even before I asked. Sounds good, I thought.

There was a mad rush despite us being early. I was helping Zaky wear his skates, then mine and he was there insisting that I helped him name one of his game characters. Lil Shauna was also trying to tell me "I don't know what" and the other kids were already hitting the ice for lesson. Aaarrghhh. Finally, we were ready to go on the ice!

Something feels wrong the moment I put a foot on the ice; the blades must be super sharp bcos I could hardly move! I rushed to change into a different pair and it was so slightly better. This is the woes of using rental skates for lessons. I could move on the new pair of skates but with more energy than usual. We started lesson.

As expected, it was the usual stuff. The only stroke that was more challenging was the twist. Zaky and I did fairly good; much better than the rest of the class. We did the twist moving in anti-clockeise direction last week and continued practicing this week. Then, we were asked to go clockwise direction and it was much more difficult but I thought - manageable lah!

My ego must had ballooned and I wasn't paying enough attention as I should. The sharp blades and the rough ice - one of my foot was caught in the ice and the next moment I was falling forward. T.T

My life flashes acrossed my eyes. Ok, there wasn't enough time for that to happen. Lol. My palms were the 1st to hit the ice and I glide slightly before KABOOM!, my poor right knee landed with a loud thud and took all of the impact. Yes, all 50+kg of impact. It reminded me of the dramatic fall many moons back when I also fell on the ice and landed on my knee. At least this one seemed less dramatic. I am not sure not that many people looked at me but I wasmt sure if it is the same knee.

Teacher Raymond asked if I was OK. I was too embarrassed to tell him that it hurts like hell. Sob. Fortunately, I don't think I broke any bone. The knee continued to hurt for the rest of the lesson but it probably isn't too bad bcos I could still move. For the rest of the lesson, I have unimaginable amount of fear of falling. As a result, I couldn't do the twist as well and all the more almost fell several times. I could now exactly feel how Lil Shauna felt on ice, especially after a fall and I always tell her to get over her fear. Lol.

This was taken during bfast after class. See, the right knee is swollen! Pain!

We did go back to the ice for practice after lesson but I purposely delayed and shortened the time for practice. I also wasn't too adventurous when I was on the ice, choosing to skate so slowly.

When we started Core 3, I was imagining about Zaky and I going for Core 4. After the traumatic fall, I am worried even about the rest of the lessons. We have lesson next week and test the week after. Daddy Lim asked me to wear knee guard but that is so uncool! I suddenly realised that Lil Shauna takes after me; all the emotions and reactions are like de juvu. Lil Shauna said the same thing before. Lol.

The pain wasn't too bad. For the rest of the day, it hurt slightly when I walk. Sometimes, there is no pain. This morning, the same pain is there. I hope I will be fine by the next lesson.

Mummy Lim

Sparring Again

I've a SMS from the TKD school to inform that the next grading test will be in mid November and reminding parents to send their kids for sparring classes if they have not done so.

Sparring lessons are compulsory for those green belt and above and it is part of the grading test. A minimum of 5 sparring lessons must be completed before a student is eligible to take the grading test. Zaky has done none. We are busy and are always busy.

We finally squeezed in time to do his 1st sparring lesson yday evening. There was some mad rushing involved and I am so glad that Daddy Lim could ferry us.

I dont know what has balloon kicking got to do with sparring but the kids all looked thrilled to kick balloons. The sparring lessons for different belts looked the same too and I don't know why they have to re-do the sparring lessons each belt color. Nevertheless, Zaky had fun, like all the other TKD classes that he attends. Four more to go.

Mummy Lim

Trusted!

After not finding the pair of Heelys with the right design for Lil Shauna in Singapore, I turned to online. Heelys do not ship ouside of US and I have no close friend in US. Dead-end. Eventually, I was trying to decide between Amazon, Taobao and Q10. Of course the price must be reasonable but more importantly, the shoes must be authentic.

With much consideration and people's review, I turned to Amazon. This is the 1st time that I tried Amazon. It wasn't too bad and was quite easy to navigate their site.

I finally ordered a pair of shiny heelys without consulting the little girl. It was the only pair sold by Amazon that caught my eye and would ship internationally. With shipping, it cost slightly more than S$100. Daddy Lim was worried about me not consulting the little girl before buying. What if she doesn't like the design? Don't worry, anything pink or purple or shiny will sit well with her. Lol.

It took less than a week for Amazon to deliver. The scheduled date was 27 sep but we received the shoes yday! I was more excited than Lil Shauna.

It looks new and shiny, just like the picture. It looks authentic  too. I bought 2 sizes bigger than Lil Shauna's current pair and the new pair isn't extremely big as I feared. Yeah! Success!

Does Lil Shauna like her new heelys? Of course, they are so shiny; she can see her own reflection. Lol.

Daddy Lim is now very excited. No, he is not interested in getting an adult heelys for himself. However, he is having all sorts of ideas of what to buy from Amazon after this success. I see the red light. DANGER!

Mummy Lim

Winter Holiday So Long Ago

Auntie SL has been posting pictures of the long time ago Korea winter holiday. She said that she is trying to hype herself up for her upcoming winter holidays in Hokkaido. I drooled.

When she posted this, I spotted the little boy beside the young J.

Zaky was still a baby then! I think he just turned 3 then. At the ski resort, he barely sled down the slope a few times; the smallest size ski boots were much too big for his tiny feet. While the rest of us ski and sled, he hid in the cafeteria with Popo to snack and then took a long nap.  Oh boy, I still remembered it so vividly despite the holidays being years ago.

Auntie SL also posted this picture.

See! A baby, a baby, a baby! Awwww... at times like that, I do miss the times when the kids are small. Miss only, not at all want to live through it again though. Lol.

I don't know if Auntie SL is hyped up for her December holiday but I know she hyped me up. Lol. I can't believe that it had only been 2 weeks since our Malaysia holidays. How come it felt like months?! And the next one is still so far away. Sob.

Mummy Lim

Crazy Saturday Night

Auntie J invited us to her place for a cosy gathering and in celebration of ER's 6th bday. The 2nd of the 四小老虎 is turning 6. Soon, it will be our tiger's turn.

We arrived at about 5pm, departing JE after the kids' class at 4pm. JE is darn far and the GPS, which didn't fail us in Malaysia brought us for 环岛追追追 in Singapore. Faint big time. The Westerners are allergic to SengKang and Punggol, including their GPS that was purchased from JP. Lol.

Soon after we arrived, the kids were in the pool! They didn't swim very long though before we all headed up to Auntie J's house for a good spread. I was so looking forward to sinking my teeth into the delicious food but I was stopped by Auntie SL, who insisted that we have to take picture 1st. Wah lau! I had to oblige or I would never eat them!

The kids were a lot more restless this time. I think it is all part of growing up such that toys don't entice them as much as the wii. There was a lot of fighting for the wii, plenty of complaining and whinning. Poor Auntie J had to play judge so many times. We should have kept the kids outdoor for a longer time.

After stuffing ourselves silly with all the delicious food, it was the cake cutting ceremony. Happy bday ER! Ice cream cake!

It was already late by the time we stuff ourselves with more cake despite the whole ton of dinner that we had just eaten. Well, always make space for desserts. The kids were reluctant to leave, pleading for more time but their old mother cannot make it.

Back home, grumpy kids insisted that they be allowed to stay up late to make up for the "early" departure. I must teach them to read time properly. Stay up late they did, going to bed at almost midnight.

Oh gosh, where did they find all the energy? Pls loan some to me. Yawn.

Mummy Lim

Core 3 With Zaky Lesson 2 + Ice Skating 56

Zaky and I had been looking forward to the next Core 3 lesson; lesson 1 was so fun!

The boy woke up earlier, had bfast and Popo gave him sweets early in the morning. Don't ask me why. It was probably sugar rush and he was moving non-stop, throughout the lesson! Even Teacher Raymond looked irritated and called him several times to behave. I would be irritated too. Imagine a group of well-behaved kids listening to instruction and practising hard and then this monkey skating everywhere, not listening. Arrgghhhh!

We did plenty of practice. The only new thing was the forward to backward 2-foot twist and vice versa. With that, we have learned all that are in Core 3. I remembered practicing that with Lil Shauna 2 years back.

Time to brag - I could do all of them. Teacher Raymond commented that I could actually do Core 4 and asked if I would like to join the Core 4 class instead. See, I am good. I opted to stay; it is a different joy learning ice skating with the boy. It feels like a parent and kid class that I used to attend with the kids years back. Lol.

I guessed Zaky wasn't behaving also bcos he was bored. He too could do most of the strokes and therefore monkeying around when the other kids were practicing hard. He did pay attention when he was trying to do the twists and worked hard at them. He even practice the twisting during the 2-hr practice session on his own. Well, he did manage to do what looked almost like the real thing eventually. Lol.

The 2-hour practice was less interesting this round. The older Isaac was also on the ice but Zaky didn't play with him as much. At times, he was bugging us while Lil Shauna was trying to practice. I thought she was doing quite well during practice. I think she is also encouraged that we are learning ice skating now.

Lil Shauna's class went well. The girl was exhausted after class. She was learning loop jump and didn't quite manage the real one. What matters most is that she enjoyed class. I had been trying to get her to swim laps whenever she hits the pool. I hope it helps to strengthen her legs; she still lacks so much power in her strokes.

I didn't take a single picture bcos I was kept so busy with the kids and only realised that I didn't bring my phone midway through the practice session. But never mind, we have made so many friends at ice skating that I could find so many people who could loan me their phone to call Daddy Lim. That is an achievement on its own. Lol.

Mummy Lim

Quest for Heelys

Lil Shauna bought her heelys on her 6th bday. She used it so gracefully such that now, the heelys are still in workable condition despite her very frequent uses. We wanted to buy her new heelys during her 8that bday but since her current pair is still usable, we asked her to wait until she really needed a new pair. I too had been wondering why her heelys still fit after 2 years. Didn't her feet grow?

On the other hand, we bought Zaky his heelys on his 5th bday. His heelys lasted less than 8 months and we needed to change the wheels. I am not sure if it is the way he uses it or the quality of the heelys but the boy definitely abuses his heelys. The replacement wheels must be lemons bcos the 1st set spoilt after 2 weeks! Though angry and upset, we bought a 2nd set so that he could continue rolling with jiejie. The 2nd set of wheels lasted another 2 more months and they were also doomed. What the.... each set of wheels cost us almost $40. We gave up and asked him to wait until his bday.

Meanwhile, I was keeping a lookout for heelys and to my dismay, they seem to be disappeared from the market! 1 year back, we saw them everywhere, even Bata shops. The heelys website was not updated and many of the shops either closed down or no longer carries them. Many of the Bata shops are not bringing in new designs/ stocks leaving boring designs (in fact only 2) with limited sizes. I was worried.

Yday, we went for a heelys hunt. I was prepared to buy heelys for both kids before they really disappeared in Singapore. We visited the Star 360 shop in Paragon. The heelys are either only 1 wheel (theirs are currently 2) or out of size. It was pathetic. Zaky insisted that he wanted a 2-wheel heelys. Lil Shauna saw a pink pair but they were the same size as her current pair and I wanted to buy a bigger pair. I also realised that heelys have thick cushion that wears thin along the way, which explains why hers still fit her after 2 years.

We went to Great World City next. They only have 1 design and last pair and they were not his size. We bought the replacement wheels just in case. Dejected, we left and headed to Star Costa, our last hope. Star Vista only carries 1-wheel heelys. We eventually bought a pair for Zaky. He was convinced after Daddy Lim googled the difference between the 1-wheel and 2. Apparently, 1-wheel heelys is more difficult than the 2-wheel ones but they go faster and are easier to manevour.

Zaky took a while to get used to his new heelys, falling down a few times. It reminded me of the days when we 1st bought heelys for him. Soon he was rolling.

We didn't manage to get any for Lil Shauna. The girl wasn't as desperate as didi and glady waited when she didn't see a design that catches her eye. I am going to try online. One of the sales commented that heelys aren't selling as well given that many are turning online and they are cheaper online too. This probably explained the declined in variety and stock in store.

Wish me luck.

Mummy Lim

Honey, What's the Difference?

A couple of weeks ago, Daddy Lim decided to get a new image and started growing his moustache and beard.

I caught him trimming and combing his beard in front of the mirror that day. The best part? He was using MY comb! T.T

Right before the trip, he decided that it was too much of a hassle and shaved off.

Then he asked his little girl, what about him had changed.

It must be a tough question bcos Lil Shauna got stuck. She went... errrr... you had a haircut? Muahahahaha. I thought this only happened when a gf/ wife asked her bf/ husband what is the difference.

Mummy Lim

Ice Skating 55

Since August, ice skating lessons for Lil Shauna and been infrequent. First the competition that she skipped, then the holidays. The last lesson was in mid August, then another 2 weeks' break before today's lesson. I didn't have high hopes for today's lesson. Let's treat it as warm up, expensive warm up though.

We missed ice totally last week when we were in Malaysia. I contemplated bringing her skates, knowing that we would come across 2 ice skating rinks during the trip. Luckily I didn't; Lil Shauna wasn't at all keen to practice even when she saw the rinks. She didn't even pretend to be apologetic. Chey.

She took a long time to wear her skates today. It didn't feel good already. She complained about a lump here, a pain there. Aiyo. Shortly after she hit the ice, she complained that she hurt her foot. Her foot was in her skate and very well protected. Don't ask me how she hurt it but the drama queen looked like she just tumbled down a hill.

I think the happiest moments for her was when she took a break. She even posed happily for me with her cookie. Duh!

Ok, but I have to give her credits now that I am taking lessons myself. The need to constantly hold up the arms for balance and the skating is really tiring. My arms and legs were so 酸 after the mere 30 mins lesson.  In the past, I always scold her for not holding her arms properly. I better keep my mouth shut now. Not my fault really, the figure skaters always made it look like it is so effortless.

We booked her for a later lesson today; her usual slot was taken up. She took several breaks in between and whined about headache before class, trying to wiggle her way out. Sorry, young lady. You didn't look that sick to me and your drama doesn't work.

She did go for her lesson eventually. Lol. It wasn't that bad actually or maybe Teacher Raymond went easy on her. She learnt some interesting footwork, practice her spins and jumps. It looked quite good actually and she also admitted that it wasn't that bad.

There is off ice tomorrow. After missing off ice for 2 weeks, I think she will be super pathetic after class tomorrow. Good luck Lil Shauna. Lol. I is evil.

Mummy Lim

Core 3 with Zaky Lesson 1

Zaky had been looking forward to his Core 3 lessons with mummy. I am feeling excited and anxious. I am finally fulfilling one of my new year solutions and learning ice skating proper. However, I also wonder if I would stick out like a sore thumb being such an old student. Never mind, never mind, young at heart.

At the door, we found out that Teacher Raymond would be taking the class. The best part? The entire class is made up of 6 to 8 yo and me, the only 37 yo. Errrr... how did they arrive at this grouping?

Zaky says, "Core 3".

Wefie before class.

Teacher Raymond was pleased to see Zaky. He had been encouraging Zaky to continue with Core 3. He was super surprised to see me though. Lol.

The class went fine. In fact, I think I am beyond Core 3. Lol. I am not thick skin but I am really the best student in class and could do all the strokes. Then again, I am easily 6x the kids' age. Additionally, I served as an extra tutor for Zaky, reminding him to do this and that during class plus keeping him under control and curbed his nonsense.

I am impressed that Zaky did really well. He had better control as compared to Core 2 maybe bcos I was there to nag at him. At the end of the lesson, Zaky said that we are sure to pass Core 3. Hello, lesson 1 only. Who is the thick skin one?

There was half an hour wait before the rink opens and we headed for Mac bfast. By then, the kids had worked up a hearty appetite.

During Core 2, the 2-hour practice session was very much a drag. It was worse on days where Lil Shauna has lesson. I would have to supervise the little girl and have a little boy screaming boredom and pestering me to play with him. This time, I met a life savior - an older Isaac whom Zaky met during Core 2. He has progressed to Core 4 and they spent the 2 hours chasing and playing on the ice. There was no boredom and no need for mummy. Phew! Zaky enjoyed himself so much and spent almost the entire 2 hours skating away.

We had a great time on ice today. I had fun skating too. Yeah, looking forward to lesson next week.

Mummy Lim

KL Day 5: Port Dickson and Home

It was the last day of our precious holiday. Sob, I didn't want to come home.

The room only had a king size bed and the 4 of us huddled for the night. Daddy Lim said that he didn't sleep well and took over the whole bed after the kids had woke up.

What did the rest of us do? We enjoyed our book at the balcony, with the sun and the breeze. What a nice morning.

I couldn't help but snapped a picture of the pool and the hotel.

We read for a while until Daddy Lim's hungry tummy woke him up and he hurried us for bfast. The selection was the most limited out of the 4 bfasts but it was better than having to find food outside of the hotel.

I thought that the kids would want to have a last swim before we headed home. They were lured by table tennis instead.

They were super bad at the game actually. Their game consisted of one person hitting the ball over and the receiving person running after to pick up the ball. Still, they had so much fun and were so proud when the receiving person could actually hit the ball back.

They stopped only when they could no longer endure the thirst and had to go back to the home for water.  Zaky then headed back with Daddy Lim to continue the table tennis game while I brought Lil Shauna to the beach to look for seashells.

We could see a storm coming. Dark clouds covered the sky.

But we continued as there was no rain.

We stayed on the beach until we could smell rain. It was high tide and the image of being dragged into the sea was in my mind. I was scared by my imagination and hurrying pulled Lil Shauna back. Daddy Lim and Zaky happened to be looking for us and we took our last family picture.

It was drizzling when we started driving but the drive was smooth. The only irritating part was that the small roads in Port Dickson that lead to the expressway seem endless. Along the way, the cows bid us goodbye. We actually saw one of them crossing the road. Why did the cow cross the road? Haha.

We took about 4 hours to arrive back in Singapore including 1 pitstop for lunch. We stopped for lunch when the kids got restless and started fighting. Otherwise, the drive was very smooth. We also made sure that we downloaded ample sings to accompany us on the way home. I felt like I was having a 3 hours karaoke session in the car. Lol.
There was also no jam at the custom. Very good.

Overall, I would say that this is one of the better holidays that we had despite being it just across the causeway. We attributed it to sufficient planning, all thanks to the expert family travel planner, aka me. Ok lah, the kids brought us a lot of joy too. We also agreed that the recent holidays were a lot more enjoyable now that they kids are older and could appreciate a variety of activities. This is probably the start of the many Malaysia roadtrip to come. For now, I will keep my eyes on the next holiday to come. Muahahahaha.

Mummy Lim

KL Day 4: Port Dickson

Ok, effectively it wasn't KL anymore. It was interesting that we didn't really need the alarm clock yet didn't oversleep in the morning. Maybe it wasnt that tiring a holiday. On the last day in KL, we woke up to a wonderful bfast and muscle ache. My arms were nicely worked up from lugging the float at SL. Lol.

The bfast was a welcome change and the spread was so much better than Impiana hotel. We enjoyed bfast tremendously.

The kids lamented about not swimming in the hotel. We popped up to where the swimming pool was and were glad that it wasn't magnificent or it would have hurt even more. The pool lay beside an open, windy area though. Just nice for a picture before we bid the hotel goodbye.

We checked out after bfast and proceeded to our next destination: Port Dickson. We hit the road and was on the expressway shortly. Smooth!

Port Dickson was about 1 hour drive away. We would be staying at the Thistle Hotel; our 1st stay there. We arrived at Port Dickson at about 11am and the room would only be ready at 2pm. I had planned to visit the Ostrich Farm and was happy to realise that the farm was very near to our hotel. Just nice. Port Dickson is like a sleepy but HUGH town. It might mean driving for kilometers to get to a destination.

Previously when we visited Port Dickson, we rarely stepped out of the hotel, opting to nuah or swim to burn time. This is the 1st time that we actually visited one of the attractions. I was worried that the kids would be bored; we had been to so many farms and enjoyed so much nature for the past few days. My worries were unfounded.

The entrance was at RM15 per adult and RM10 per child. We both 2 bundles of leaves to feed the animals.

Despite being an ostrich farm? What greeted us 1st were hungry goats.

Interestingly, the same leaves can be used to feed the ostriches.

The staff was nice and brought out a probably tamer ostrich for the kids to touch and feed.

She even offered to help us take a family picture with the bird. But I think her photography skill quite lousy. Look at Daddy Lim's head. Lol.

Ok, the 2nd shot was better. At least I didn't marry Mr Ostrich.

It was a small farm and we thought that we would be done soon until we came to the rabbits. So cute and cuddly. The kids ended up spending a long time here.

Look at these. Baby rabbits that were less than a day's old!

Right beside to the Ostrich Farm was a Dog's enclosure. We topped up RM20 to play with the dogs. There were so many different kind of dogs, big and small. The staff said that there were 35 of them. The kids went crazy.

We spent an even longer time petting the dogs. Some of them do look like they could do some grooming but we had a good time still. The dogs were all friendly and happy to have a good scratch or rub. This husky was my favorite. Her rub was amazing soft and she was so calm.

The last part of the farm were the creepy crawlers. By then, the kids were experts; they handled the snake like it was their best friend.

The farm had a small room for art and craft and the kids spent another good half an hour doing sand art. The parents were just happy to hide in the aircon room.

Amazingly, we spent almost 3 hours in the small farm. By the time we were back in the hotel, our room was ready. Hurray!

We had lunch and hid in the room until the weather was kind enough for us to swim. The pool looked inviting from our balcony.

We did go to the beach but it was too dirty and we didn't want to swim in it. The kids tried but there weren't many seashells to pick too.

However, the beach was perfect for pictures come evening.

It was supposed to be a relaxing end to the holidays and we did relax. We fell asleep in front of the TV.

Mummy Lim