Monthly Archives: December 2011

Enjoying nowhere holiday

It was a last minute decision to go out — the rain had stopped, and our morning playdate had cancelled.  All the old routine came back in force — packing all the requirements for a journey, e.g. food, diapers, clothes, drinks.  But in actuality things went quite smooth.  We explored a new Vietnamese cafe (although the owner almost scared us off saying there might not be room for the stroller, but in the end there were 3 tables occupied in the whole place) and a Italian wine bar/cafe waiting for the Vietnamese place to open.  In fact, Kai cooperated by sleeping so long we were almost late getting home to meet the baby sitter later in the day.  But we did manage to spend some time with Kai cruising around in his new boots around the mall.  Now inspired, I think we will try to be more adventurous when given the chance.

Festival of Lights

It brings back great memories as a child lighting the menorah with Kai.  I remember gathering around in our kitchen every night for the 8 day festival.  Sometimes the presents were good.  Sometimes they may have been practical.  But always was a special time to be with family. And it was really special to have this with our own family.

Surprise 21×2 Birthday Soiree

Wow!  What an amazing day.  It began by a late sleep of the whole family in bed until around 10am.  A chocolate croissant and latte and I was all set for a nice 60 minute massage session.  Afterwards, I was treated to  a luxurious lunch at a fantastic Italian restaurant Bocca di Bacco downtown.  Chika said we had one more stop to pick up some last minute supplies on the way home at her favorite Japanese cafe.  I only was expecting to see a nice cake waiting for us, but to my surprise the cafe was full of friends, amazing food, and drinks.  The ambiance was incredible — intimate, fun, lively.  And the party continued on into the night, at least for one more bar as well.  A very memorable night for  a birthday which I had written off as not so special, but now I got to live my 21st birthday a second time around thanks to my lovely Chika.