My sister told me about this TV series that airs on Nick Jr some time ago, and it was only recently that I recorded some episodes to check out. She told me that so many of her coworkers’ kids are learning Chinese by watching this show — it’s basically a Chinese (Mandarin) version of […]

It’s a rare treat to have my parents in town so today Alex babysat the kids for me at home while I took my parents out for an excursion at Santana Row. My dad used to take us for high tea at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Hong Kong, so I decided to take […]

We took the kids to see Kung Fu Panda this weekend and the kids loved it so much that Wesley asked right away if we can see it again. When I said no, he asked if we can go and buy the DVD.
Anyway, this movie was very entertaining and is reminiscent […]

When we picked Nicholas up from school today, he told us that he had a surprise for us. He even made us close our eyes in the car until he was ready. Then he broke out two merit awards to show us. Apparently, there was an assembly earlier in the day (something I […]

Hooray! Wesley finally earned his Sea Turtle ribbon today, and Mr. Justin was so excited that he was practically jumping out of the water. Alex and I were equally happy too as we watched from the “viewing gallery”. Wesley did 4 beautiful arm strokes along with those straight leg kicks he’s had such a […]