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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