mama & akii

I am amazed at how Akii responds at a very early age - that is, compared to his brother. Everyday he is growing with love full in his big bright eyes. My heart cracks into little bits of joy and wonder that I can almost cry at how he looks at me and "talks" to me. He smiles easily as I say that he is my sunshine and will always love him.

We fondly call him "Akii Pataki" which sounds really cute and funny - suits perfectly with his silly personality. I used to dream (while he was still in my belly) the way he is today. You make Mama happy Akii, you are my sunshine :)

girls dayout

Last friday Anne, Toting, and I had the goofiest, most relaxing mommy-break ever. Thanks to you Sam, you gave us a whole day of being "young and single" again haha!

First stop: Brunch at the luxurious Marco Polo's Café Marco. It was definitely a heaven's treat for Anne and Sam, both drooling over their sushi while Toting and I settled for the less adventurous plate - on that list includes a Ratatouille. We had an amazing time, chatting and chewing away good memories and future plans (like Sam getting married - and having a baby - at 35).

Next stop: Spa treatment at Meddah Spa at the Crossroads. Sam, Anne and I chose the Stone Massage while Toting tried on some combination massage. It was my first visit at a spa so I was really looking forward to it. Even if I had a mantra: "This is not torture. This is not torture" while the stones were rubbed all over my body, I actually enjoyed the massage! 

Us girls were high. We were high on our crazy stunts, high on our growing friendship. We love the idea of just hanging around and just being with eachother - without the responsibilities attached.

Again, thanks for the early Christmas gift Sam! Love you girls!