Apologies for a long drought without a post, but it's been a busy week for SAM and I.
SAM is not only dealing with back to school busy-ness (crazy kids, getting back into the swing of things, etc.) but she has her reports due as well which is making her life a bit stressful.
I, on the other hand, have to deal with the busiest time of year for us as it is Hong Kong Toy Fair and we are busy finalizing the next year's orders with almost all of our key customers. On top of that, Chinese New Year is early this year, so we're arranging office dinners and working on appraisals and bonuses.
Thankfully, even though I had to work on Saturday, I didn't have to go in until later so we were able to get a few snaps during both yesterday and today.
M has been a a bit fussy these past few days for some reason. It was definitely getting to me, but SAM even had an uncharacteristic moment of short tempered-ness when I saw her turn to a screaming M trying to strain and wiggle out of her stroller and say to her, "Chill out!"
You wouldn't be able to tell from the photos, however! Thankfully, there were enough happy moments over the weekend for us to feel like we got a break.
Yesterday, after a French Toast breakfast, we took M to the Toy Library at the Central Library which is basically a play-room with different play areas and toys with a lending toy library.
M has been going for the past week and has been having a grand time.
Unfortunately, no photos are allowed inside, so we don't have any of her playing with the kitchen set, or playing with the big wagon or anything like that.
Today, Sarah got up with M and fed and readied her before I took her out so that there could be report writing inside a quiet house.
Unfortunately, we didn't have a booking at the toy library for today, and the wait-list was too long, so we went to the park instead after returning some books.
As it turns out, she didn't seem to mind, running around playing, swinging, and cavorting just as happily.
One interesting thing is that she is definitely exhibiting that she understands most basic commands.
This morning at the park, she tried to take another child's ball, but as soon as I said, "No, Margaret, that belongs to someone else," she backed off.
By the same token, SAM can give her an object, ask her to give it to that person, (Daisy or Daddy) and she will happily act the part of courier.
And she definitely understands what you mean when you ask for a kiss, but whether or not she obliges depends entirely on her mood.
Surprisingly, the weather is cold and dry enough now that after playing in the park and coming home, her cheeks were dry, chapped, red and wind-burned. Then, later this evening, we noticed that the backs of her hands were the same way with a mean red-ness that required some moisturizer.
So much for the tropical humidity.
After lunch, Daddy and M went down for a nap while Mommy continued to write her reports.
After an all too brief nap (M woke up SCREAMING after only an hour or so), the whole family went out for provisions.
Well, sort of.
I got new shirts and pants, M got organic milk and yummy snacks and Mommy... well, we went to one of her (and my) favorite places for an early dinner.
After that, it was home, then bath and bed for M after which the rest of us settled in for an evening of computer work - SAM on her reports and me on the blog.
As usual, the weekend has gone too quickly and next week will be just as busy. Reports are due for SAM on Thursday so it's the home stretch for her and I have three dinners next week as well as sales appointments, safety training and more.
Thankfully, both of us are essentially done after this week, and the, hopefully, we can get back to some semblance of a normal schedule.
Until then, enjoy the photos from this week!
8 comments:
I LOVE the fuzzy slippers!!!!
So does she :-)
Thanks, Auntie Joy!
The fuzzy slippers are great! As are all of the wonderful, grown-up (especially the ones from the park) looking pictures. AND M has a matching silk jacket to her future future cousin! Very satisfying post. Thank you!
Speaking of matching blue silk jackets, V just outgrew the one that she had that matched M's and the future-future-cousin's. Can we put in a special request for a size 6 or 8 special delivery next summer? The one you gave us got worn, and worn, and worn... Thanks again, two years later. Hope you have a calmer week.
Oh, what fun, and such a meaty blog considering your lives right now!! Thank you, John. I love seeing M in that jacket. So cute- and cozy. I'm wondering where you were at the park. I don't remember a structure like the one in the background. It appeals because it seems to have a place to sit! (typical grandmother desire) Have a good week, even though it is so busy for you and SAM. Just a few more days, though, and you can begin to relax. Love you all!
SHES SO CUTE NOW! I cant wait to see u guys at chinese new year!
Very welcome for the fuzzy slippers -- i LOVE them.
The blue silk jackets have been coming in very handy in the chillier weather - we were all wearing them this weekend to hang out at home. Looks like they're becoming a family tradition!
xjoy
So cute! i can understand why Auntie Sarah might be a bit stressed out. lately most of the teachers seem to be a bit...tired. Hope it dosent last long!
^_^
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