4th Christmas

This year is the 4th Christmas for The Tatapilla since he was born. This year he is really aware of Santa Claus and had asked many things from him - although, I gave the idea to his head on what to ask. He asked and he got them all.He received Winnie the Pooh, a watch, goggles and a medicine kit. They are all well appreciated. His nanna and poppy bought him a racing car bed. It was assembled on Christmas Eve while he was asleep and was put in...

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The Wiggles Concert

Yesterday, we went to see The Wiggles at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. The weather was nice when we left the house. But there was a storm moving south and drove through and to it. It was horrible. The road was slippery and of course, the visibility was almost nil. Plus there were silly drivers who will overtake you and then cut you off really close - in wet weather. We had a ball. Altough, we all know the song.. it's different watching...

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Christmas Party 2010

This is the last christmas party for The Tatapilla in his kindy school as we are moving him to a new kindy come New Year. This new school is really close to our home and if one has time, a car is not really necessary. This year Christmas Party was like the other party in the previous years. Sausage sizzle, snow cones, balloons, a clown, side show alley. And the best thing is we didn't pay a cent. I believe, it's the centre management way of...

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Photo with Santa

Sunday afternoon, The Tatapilla and I went to the shops just to see Santa Claus. Before leaving the house we talked that he can have his photo taken sitting on Santa's lap but he won't be shy and he readily agreed. He was so excited while we were queuing up but when it was time to take photos, he was in "sooky" mood. The photographer used a stuffed puppet to amuse him. I was tempted to tell her that The Tatapilla can't be amuse by such things...

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The Latest with The Wiggles

Dorothy joins with Santa Claus in a brand new show propelled by fun, music and dancing and written by Blue Wiggle, Anthony Field. Join Dorothy the Dinosaur, a graduate of RADD (Royal Academy of Dinosaur Dancing), along with her friends Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus as they have the best Christmas party ever! You’ll meet Santa’s elves, Fernie and Poppie, and Elfis the rock ‘n’ roll elf who sings 'Shaky Shaky' and 'Rockin’...

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Summer is Here

Your Summer Sense is SmellYou are a very sensitive person, and you are especially tuned into your sense of smell.You pick up on subtleties that others seem to miss. You can sense summer coming on before anyone else can.For you, there's nothing like the smell of a hot grill or freshly mowed grass - preferably at the same time.And the ultimate summer smell experience has got to be the beach. There's something intoxicating about the smell of the ocean!What's...

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Little Conversations

The Tatapilla: Do you know Leslie (his friend from school).Me: No, I don't.The Tatapilla: Have you met his Mum?Me: I believe I don't. ***************The Tatapilla: Hayden is not going to Happy Times anymore.Me: Why?The Tatapilla: Because he's just going there on Tuesday and Wednesday (he could be making up the days).Me: It will happen to you too. Next year, you are going to Little Diggers just down the road.The Tatapilla: Oh yeah, I won't be able to see my friends anymore.Me: Maybe, we can arrange that you meet them somewhere.The Tatapilla: That...

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Our Little Helper

The Tatapilla has been wanting to eat chocolate/iced block early in the morning. In fairness, he had his breakfast then. So Daddy made a deal that he can have iced block after helping hanging up the washing, which The Tatapilla readily obliged. He actually had fun doing it especially as a bench was put for him to step on and be able to reach the pegs. This is one of my favourite photos of him. Something that I can use for baby thank you cards...

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Go Wild

I'm having 12 days off in total this coming holidays. The Tatapilla will also stay home with me - bonding time for the family. Although, The Tatapilla is very easy to amuse and please, planning ahead will not hurt I reckon. My colleague found a sale for the Go Wild entry pass with almost 70% off. Not much but it is good value for money. I read one review about the place and it was positive - a cleaning roaming around and I'm sure some medical cart stashed away. The question now is if we're going there on my holiday or make it a play date...

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Cheerful

I went to the shops yesterday without The Tatapilla. I was lucky he agreed to stay home. I wondered around for almost 2 hours and bought almost all the stuff that I really want. The santa workshop is already setup at the shops and I think, it would be something that The Tatapilla can be excited about. Forget about htc desire reviews, I'm sure he will and I planned on taking him there next weekend if we have time. *****It's All About What's...

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Birthday gifts

One night, The Tatapilla and I were talking about birthday gifts, his birthday gifts since his first. I enumerated them - trike, big car and bike. I asked him what does he wants for his next birthday. He said, dolphins so he can put them in his pockets and show them to his friends and say, surprise! I just had to smile. I think, it's about time we go to Seaworld or somewhere dolphins are frequenting. No ipods, just live dolphins. Maybe, I'll just look for a stuffed dolphin sometimes. *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence...

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Dolphins

You Are a CrabYou can be an emotional and sensitive creature. Things get to you.You are a bit withdrawn and shy, but you're also willing to come out of your shell sometimes.You are quite flexible and easy going if your trust is earned. You like to observe quietly.You move with the rhythm of life. You try not to fight anything.What Sea Animal Are You?Blogthings: Cheaper Than a TherapistSpeaking of sea animals, The Tatapilla and I were talking about...

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Whopping 2000

Piggy banks have been used for centuries to save money, and more recently, to teach children the merits of saving portions of their allowances.The often-cute devices are typically made of clay or porcelain and rarely, if ever, incite controversy – but, of course, that may be because they are typically made of clay or porcelain.Thecheeky.com’s piggy bank is made of a real piglet, but fear not, pleads the site: The animals were turned into piggy banks...

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Not at All

You Are BitterYou aren't bitter at the world, even though you have a strong personality.Instead, you are sophisticated and cultured. You appreciate acquired tastes.You are very powerful. You have the ability to change a room's energy.While some may find you disagreeable, your points of view are intelligent and interesting.What Taste Are You?Blogthings: Our Quizzes Weren't Written By Bored 12 Year Olds But I'm drinking bitter coffee that my hubs made...

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Snippets of Conversation

with The Tatapilla. I can't remember what series is this anymore. There are just so many. Me: You need to have your nanna nap. The Tatapilla: No. I'm gonna get a new mummy. The Tatapilla: The aboriginal people say, Owana. The kids say, good day mate. He was upset one night and he said, I'm gonna tell your Mum you're being naughty. :) While telling him stories about my childhood, I mentioned about me and my friends went for a swim at the river. He cried and told me, you're not my friend. He's very sensitive when it comes to friends...

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Straight out of a mouth of a babe

The Tatapilla was upset with me around noon when I wanted him to take his nanna nap. You see, when he is at home he is dreading sleep. He likes to play all day if he can but I want to have some peace and quiet so I have to really "force" him to lie down at noon. Today he said "I'm not gonna marry you". That's something that I have no answer at all. Left me speechless and I was also worried that whatever I'll say to him will backfire at me. I'm sure he doesn't know what he was talking yet I am also puzzled where possibly he could have heard...

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Realisation

Being a working Mum is tough. I even read that it's redundant. I completely agree. You're left little time to spend to your family so you tend to grab every little opportunity to spend quality time with them. Lately, for some reason I spend less time with The Tatapilla. Sometimes, I feel guilty because I am there but not actually being there. I'm occupied. Tonight, I have come to realise that I can do better than what I am currently doing. I have to devote more time with him. Teach him new things. We have noticed that his development...

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Braniac

Your Gift is IntellectYou are a big thinker, and you're always playing with new ideas.You are curious about the world. You enjoy learning and developing new theories.You enjoy researching, analyzing, and solving problems. Thinking hard feels good!You're the type of person who finds most mental tasks to be easy. You love to stretch your brain.What's Your Gift?Blogthings: Our Quizzes Weren't Written By Bored 12 Year Olds I'm flattering myself again...

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I Asked For It

The Tatapilla has been continously sleeping with us in our bed for almost 6 months now especially when the cold season kicked in. I am not in a hurry to let him sleep on his own in his own room yet. I have slept with my parents when I was growing up and it didn't do me any harm. I read this one book of SEP (Breathing Room) where one says, why is it that we expect the most small and vulnerable human being to be alone while we adults seek comfort and warmth with our partner at night (or something like that). I quite adapt it also. I don't really...

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Simple Pleasures

The shops have new sets of rides and the best tester in town is.. drum roll please... The Tatapilla. Yes, I believe, he has tried every new rides at the shops. And he can spot toys vending machine a mile away. :) Today, he did test the new one (toy, that is not for diet pill side effects)- so far since we went to that shop last time. He also tried the ball vending machine. It only accepts 1$ and we didn't have any, just 50c so I have to asked...

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Booked

Yes, we have booked us seats in this year's The Wiggles concert in Brisbane. Actually, the booking was made late so there's no front seats left - leave it to my planning mojo which is nada. We can't see any hype in The Tatapilla's outlook yet I'm sure when it's drawing near, he will be. Besides, for him The Wiggles are like one a day vitamins, keep him grovy and happy. It can also be his minder. *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence...

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I Know Santa Claus

Last Christmas, The Tatapilla is not really aware who santa is. When I gave him the loots and told him that they are from Santa, he said Santa is me. But now he knows who he is - exposure from Santa's photos and from other kids. The other night, he told me that Santa give gifts to good boys and he's not being bad so he'll get gifts from Santa. I told him that we're going to write to Santa Claus to tell him what he wants fro Christmas. He said, he just wants Lellow gifts. I have some ideas on how to make The Tatapilla's Christmas exciting....

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At Friend’s Birthday

The Tatapilla was invited to a birthday party by one of his friends in daycare. It was in Hungry Jacks. Well, aside from the fact that it’s a junk food shop for kids (which The Tatapilla knows really well), there was also a playground that they can use. Kids played for a bit after the celebrant opens her presents. Lunch was served a little bit late and The Tatapilla asked me, Mum are we not going to have lunch? Lol. Talking of subtleties. ...

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Biking at the Park

The Tatapilla learned to ride a big bike more than 6 months ago but we haven’t really allowed him to ride in public places all on his own. He owns a bike that has handle on it, that’s what he used when we go to the park so at least I can hang on to him. Last Sunday was the first when we have a breathing room and Mcj not busy (not with technology jobs but just working around the place). It wasn’t cold so we went to feed the ducks and The Tatapilla...

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MM - Hair Styles

The Tatapilla was born with thick mane then it was shed off as he aged. He was literally bald until I decided to shaved off his head as I believe that the hair grow thick when shaved. So far I have shaved his head about 4 or 5 times.If my memory serves me right, he had his first hair cut in this photo.This is close to what his hair now. This is is recent photos. His hair is just in dis-array but he doesn't want me to cut his hair. I might trim it...

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Genetically Modified Formula

Aussie mums are undertaking DIY labelling of contaminated baby food this morning, after tests showed one of Australia’s leading infant formulas contains a number of unlabelled genetically modified products.Activists in Sydney and Melbourne have taken food safety into their own hands and labelled the baby formula, S-26 Soy, clearly tagging it as genetically modified and giving parents the right to choose.At 9am this morning, mothers entered a major Woolworth’s outlet in Sydney and Coles’ Fitzroy store in Melbourne to stage a sit in. They are demanding...

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H Cute Park Pals

JENNIFER & SERAPHINAWho's having more fun here? The actress and her smiley tot, 14 months, light up a Santa Monica park on March 4.HALLE, GABRIEL & NAHLADuring a stroll though a London park on Aug. 26, the 2-year-old toddler takes in the sights – from up above! – with her actress mom and model dad.TOM & SURIOne, two, three! The actor and his little girl, 4, are totally in step during a visit to Central Park in New York City on Sept. 7.News...

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MM-Jumping Shots

I can't remember if I have photos of The Tatapilla jumping and I'm just lazy to browse around my archive. These are latest photos taken when we went to the park to feed the ducks, bike around and just so all sorts of silly stuff. The Tatapilla was jumpring in these photos to keep in-synch with his Dad.*****It's All About What's In Down Under Permanence in Change I Am A Shoeaholic A Juggling Act Healthy Living The Life of a Tatapilla What's...

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FP Toy Recalls

More than 10 million children’s toys have been recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the toys’ manufacturer Fisher-Price, the CPSC announced today.The toy giant has recalled toys — including tricycles and play places — citing potential dangers from falling onto certain protruding parts and choking hazards from small parts.“Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.”...

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MM - Snack Time

When you ask The Tatapilla what are his favourite food, the top of the list will be all junk food so I’m not going to elaborate on that. As to the good side, he likes corn, sultana and any other fruit but I don’t have any photos of him munching on them.Ice cream is his favourite also but it’s not a snack unless we’re out – just a treat. We do give him ice cream for pudding (dessert) with stewed fruit.Recently, he’s been hooked with flavoured milk....

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Hello Warm Weather

We are in Spring now although the weather is still a bit cool this weekend. But the beaches have been opened officially yesterday - what I meant was the Surf Life Saver started yesterday for the year. Yet, we are rejoicing the coming of the warmer weather, it's also high time to buy sale winter stuff like cardigan sweaters. I've been eyeing one in my favourite store and brand but haven't gotten the time to check it out lately. So yeah, for now,...

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Another From The Wiggles

This is one of The Wiggles mighty works. The Tatapilla is currently hooked on their DVD. I wonder for how long but for now, I'm just happy that he is into them. I've been searching for their new dvd that we might have not seen but it seems, there's none left. Lol. You see, we're really updated as we can borrow stuff from the library and from the video shop. I'm grateful for youtube and free website directory submission for making things easy. *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling...

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Outdoor Activities

When I saw that male enhancement is one of my opportunities, I feel funny. I can't think of what it would relate to. I should have asked Mcj to do it for me. Anyway, that's by the by. It's school holidays so here sharing some outdoor activities that will surely perk the kids up (from yahoo lifestyle).Outdoor activities for kidsFootpath chalk drawing Give your kids a tub of different coloured chalk and let them get creative on the footpath. You can get involved by starting the drawing and let them finish itGardening: Making a vegetable garden...

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At The Moment

The Tatapilla is munching on corn on a cob while watching the The Wiggles DVD. Mcj and I are surfing the net (and I'm blogging). It's our "me time". It's been a while since we have corn actually. I just happen to bought some recently when The Tatapilla wanted drinks from the shop when we went to the chemist last Friday. We like corn - lots of fibers and can be a natural form of best weight loss supplements. *****It's All About What's In Down...

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The Teacher

When we go to the Library - which is quite often, as he likes it there - he always ventures outside. There is a small area for drawings and there's a chalk board. The Tatapilla tried it for the first time last time that we were there. He asked the chalk from the library staff - who are quite enthralled by him - and taught me how to draw. Yeah, really instructed me what to do. It's just goes to show that kids know better that adults don't always...

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Fairy Tales Phase

These days The Tatapilla is reading more and more fairy tales. I know it's my choice but he doesn't mind it so I encourage it. He actually likes it. He's current favourite is Cinderella - we tried Hansel and Grettel and Sleeping Beauty. He likes the Cinderella most because it is very concise (you won't get dark under eye circles for reading all night). *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling...

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Sleeping Time

Having problems with the sleeping pattern of your preschool? Here are some tips from kidspot.com.au:Your pre-schooler will need between 10-12 hours of sleep at night - like adults, there's a wide range of 'normal'.She will most likely give up napping during the day at this time. Her bedtime will probably become later as she needs less sleep overnight She may still wake during the night and want you to comfort her. Sleep problems, such as nightmares and sleepwalking, are common at this age. Your pre-schooler may find it more difficult to settle...

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Preschool, Already!

I was looking at a website to keep track of The Tatapilla's development and I checked on Toddler only to be confronted of age up to 3. I never really realised that my little boy is not little at all. He is also not a toddler anymore. He is now a preschooler. How amazing is that? It's only been yesterday, yes, I feel that way. Anyway, I just want to share some of the facts on pre-schoolers development (taken from kidspot.com.au):Developmental milestones:Articulating what he wants to communicate most of the time Speaking very clearly - although...

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Bruiser

Last week, The Tatapilla got home sporting a bruise only the face just below his eye. We were told someone hit him with a shovel while playing. Boys are always boys! Anyway, this is what you get when kids mixed with other kids (and played with riding toys). I'm just thankful it's not in the eye. *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla | What's...

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In Japanese

The Tatapilla has been singing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star in Japanese and he can nail it really nice. I can't find the lyrics of the version that he sings and this is the closest that I can get. Kira Kira BoshiKirakira hikaru, Osora no hoshi yo Mabataki shite wa Minna o miteru Kirakira hikaru, Osora no hoshi yoThey're taught of songs from different languages at daycare and I make an extra effort of teaching him Tagalog songs too. Paa, tuhod, balikat, ulo Paa, tuhod, balikat, ulo Paa, tuhod, balikat, ulo Pumadyak tayo at magpalakpakanI'd like...

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Dangerous Chemicals

ALARMING levels of the toxic chemical BPA are lurking in tinned foods including popular baby brands, a study claims.Consumer advocate Choice is demanding Bisphenol A be stripped from all tinned foods fed to infants and toddlers after conducting tests on a range of common products.The "gender bending" substance, widely used in plastics and to stop food and drink tins and cans rusting, has been linked by some animal studies to infertility, cancers,...

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Who's That?

At three years old, The Tatapilla can recognise the current Prime Minister of Australia. We were watching the news last night about the fallen Aussie soldiers in Afghanistan and that's when The Tatapilla saw the PM. I'm just amazed. He can also recognise the Bronco team and their captain. He said last night, Locky isn't there. Lol. His antics really deserve wood swing set. *****It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am...

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MM - Pamana

I haven't captured any photos for this week's theme but I will love to share them with you sometimes. I own a grey jacket with Ferrari print. It's really small and my friend used to jest that it fits her kid then. Now, I can't wear it anymore and I put it in The Tatapilla's dresser. This winter when his Dad was looking for a jacket for him, they found it and put it on to him. I was glad. See, he's just 3.As a family, we will surely give The...

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MM - Toys and Gadgets

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