Sarah's 9th B'day Bash!

It was Sarah's 9th B'day party yesterday. They played pass the parcel, musical statue, a team game and piniata. Ian also entertained them with his very funny magic tricks. Don't think the gals were too impressed though. I think he either needs to work on improving on his skills or maybe just save these tricks for Little Belle's 3rd birthday party. Maybe the little ones would appreciate it better. Hee !

Sarah had about 9 girl friends from school come to the party. This is the bunch of girls she hangs out with in school. Very nice bunch they are. Could see that they all get along very well. All their personality seems to blend in very well with each other. Expecially during 1 of the games where great team effort was required. They were fantastic. Her class teacher, Mrs Chan, also turned up for the party. It got all the girls really excited having their teacher there. In fact, Mrs Chan, was also my class teacher 28 years ago. She is very strict but very caring lady. It was great to catch up with her again.

Sarah had another surprise yesterday. Grandpa, Grandma and Uncle Matthew (my younger bro) also turned up unexpectedly at the party. Boy was she please. They even took us out for dinner at the American Club for dinner that evening. One of Sarah's most favourite places in Singapore. And to top it off, Unc. Mat bought her a big present that night. It's one of those dance mat you turn on and just follow the music and dance steps on the mat. Groovy! I like it very much! wondering who will be playing with it more often? Heh!

Anyway, it was quite a big day yesterday. To end it all, little Belle chucked out all her stomach contents onto her bed in the middle of night. So I was up at 2am cleaning her and her bed. Sigh! Life of a mum! She is perfectly alright today. Guess it was all that chips and cool drinks she was gauging herself with at the party. After 3 birthdays in a span of less than 2 weeks, I'm looking forward to a short break before the next birthday at the end of the month. My advice to you people, try not to marry someone who has a birthday to close to your own, or even have children at around the same time as your b'day either. Too much happening to even be able to really enjoy your big day.

Have not downloaded yesterday's pic yet. Will do so soon and post it for your enjoyment! And for all who read this blog, please post something on it so I know that you have read it and are in touch with our news.

The Dierden Trinity

Barney and Belle! So cute!

Sarah showing you how to enjoy eating ice-cream! Yummy!

Master Seth. The proud owner of a gold medal and cup won at his school's sports carnival. Future sportsman in the making? Yeah! Run the race for the Lord!

Happy Birthday Ian & Cecilia

Ian's birthday celebration (24th Aug) with the family. I baked him a chocolate cake which they devoured down at great speed. It was a quiet celebration that day as Ian was away on a course for the whole day. Unbeknown to him, a surprise birthday was organised for him 2 days after his big day. It was such a well kept secret that even I started to wonder if it was going to happen. Did not dare tell the kids cos' past experience has taught me that keeping secrets is just too exciting a thing for them to handle. Anyway, Ian was most surprised and had a great time that day. Celia's birthday (27th Aug) started with the traditional breakfast in bed by the kids. And how do you like my birthday cake? I actually baked it myself. It was meant for Ian's surprise breakfast party, but I forgot all about it. Brain not working so well lately. Anyway, good things don't go to waste in my household. It became my cake. Very yummy too!

Now with both our birthdays out of the way, I can concentrate on the kid's starting with Sarah on 1st Sept. She will be having a party for her little friends. So lots of excitment in the air right now. Will post pictures from her party when it's over.

the gathered gang to make sure mum hops on the plan to pakistan  

friends, twistees and a little coffee at ailings 

my beloved