End of Year

It has been ages since I last visited this place to talk about or pour out things. There were a few changes that happen. The happiest being that I lost weight and able to fit to a size S. Other news to share, Baby Arrian has started school at the workplace. He is adapting well to the new changes. The helper is going home. That was another nightmare. For people like me and hubster who generally live our lives per day without much planning of the day's event even though I only do proper planning in terms of financial and the future of the children, It was tiring and horrendous having to deal and manage another person especially one whom seem to have so much problem and does not really help much around the house. She may say that she has to look after 4 children but then again only Arrian requires her attention. It was sad how it ended but i guess some things are meant to be. I hope she does not do what she does here over at the other house she is going to work in. It was tiring having to always listen to complain about her work and her work attitude. I believe I have been a good employer. However, let's save that for another day.

It is end of the year. Currently I am taking the K2s. huge change from the n2s. i have to really prep myself and the class so that I am ready for the upcoming May licensing. I have been through two cycle of sparks even though not directly involved but was involved in the preparation. It was tiring and mentally exhausting. I figured out my personality and in a way figured out what i need to work on. I need to be more detailed instead of always seeing the big pictures. I had two shouting match with colleagues (not proud of it thou). A lot of changes that i can't seem to keep track as much as I want. The children year end results were not what we have expected. Disappointed. Therefore I am taking a much involved role compared to last time. Especially now with Nadya in primary one, I am now handling three primary school going children, its high time that I take a step back from work and focus on them. I have made it clear but knowing I am in K2 class. It will require every ounce of me to stay in line with what is needed. Currently clearing the n2 matters and closing 2015. I need to be focus and stay level headed as much as I can. I know what stress can do to me and how much it has make me break down but it also time that I toughen myself and remember to break away when needed.

"The past will stay in the past. No matter how tempting it seems to run away from the current situation, u were a reminder of what the past was. I believe there was a reason we crossed path and became what we were. But for now, you simply can't fit in my life. Let's leave it as it is. No matter how we try, we have to face the fact that I am happy the way I am no matter how it may seem to others. It was good to know but best left as it is."

Lots of love
Me

Adventures of the fantastic four: KidStop

It has been a very long time since i last blogged.Anyways , it is not as though I am a blogging queen like a certain someone. This is just an online diary for my children to read when they are much older and for me to look back at what we have done as a family. So far it has been a roller coaster ride for us as a family. Baby Arrian has started walking after his birthday. Well in my long hiatus, I have brought the children to three places and today we are talking about kidStop. I have always wanted to bring the kids to KidStop but the price was quite steep. However as of 1st April 2015, they have revised the price and I decided to give it a go with the #fantasticfour.

I find that at $10 each with Baby Arrian going in free. It was a good deal. The kids were excited when they saw the photos of the place. It was a great place where the children learn through play. 

They were so excited to take photos at the entrance.

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A map of the area


From the picture and the map, it seems like a huge area but it is still manageable. The thing is the children were still occupied despite being there for nearly 4 hours. Let's take a look at the places.
We started out by going to the human body area. The children explored the 5 senses. There were doors that lead to the different sense with explanations on what they are supposed to do. It is self exploratory for the older ones. It was also interesting for Baby Arrian who was more interested in opening and closing the door #exploration

The next place that the children wanted to go once they saw it was the big J. Adrian tried the highest level. I was impressed as he is normally apprehensive about trying new things. I praised him for being so brave. He even went twice for the Big J. He also encouraged his little sister to go through it #heisgoingtobeagoodbigbrother.

The next place that they explore was the dino pit. Adrian thoroughly enjoyed it. For those who doesn't know yet, my boy here is a clean freak who hates sand especially when we go to the beach #wehadtoforcehim. Therefore to see him enjoying himself and smiling that way was a blessing. I had to explain to them what need to be done at the dino pit as they thought it was a huge sand pit #funnyhowthesechildrenthinks. This place was fun.

The next area that they decided to go to was the rain and cloud. The children and the hubster tried the typhoon simulator. They were screaming away but it doesn't look that frightening tho'.

As for baby Arrian, he was happily exploring nature. It was a small area with garden and flowers and few things for him to meddle. There was even a small slide for him to go down. However, we did explore the other things and let him touch too.

Nadya being a good sister

The place where they spend most of their time at is at the supermarket and cafe. The girls enjoyed being chefs for the day and also going to the supermarket where they can check out the items. I was able to rest and give Baby Arrian his milk.

Exploring and smelling the different spices

While the girls were busy playing in the supermarket area, Adrian went to the crane area and made some new friends. he was busy tinkering with them to make sure the balls fall into the container.

Overall, the kids enjoyed pretend play. It was thoroughly engaging for them as there are a lot of things for them to explore. In fact there were places which we missed out. The children want to have another go so that they can explore the areas which they have yet to go. I definitely will bring them again to explore KidStop. It was fun learning through play. We ended the day with a McDonald meal for the children. It was a great adventure for the fantastic four.

That's all folks!