Hear it from Bangkok!

So about a month back, the entire Chew family decided to take a trip up to Bangkok for some food and shopping. It had been quite some time since we traveled together as a family so this trip was kinda special for me. Bangkok was just as I remembered, hot and humid, good food, great shopping and bad traffic. But nonetheless, I had fun. 

Hannah's first South East Asia trip... Malaysia doesn't count. 

Chilling at the airport while waiting for boarding. 

Plane selfie. A must for every flight. 

Stayed at Happy 3 Residence. Pretty nice place within walking distance to MBK and Siam Paragon. 

Check out the excited... and hungry faces. 

Selfie with Uncle Daniel, Hannah's only immediate uncle. 

When in Thailand, eat Phad Thai. Actually I eat Phad Thai everywhere. It's my favourite Thai food. Yums...

Taking the train to avoid Bangkok traffic. 

Crowd on the way into Rot Fai Night Market. 

Ducks, ducks, ducks everywhere...

Candies?

Hello beautiful! You belong in my mouth...

Sat down amidst the crowd of people and heat for a yummy bowl of seafood tomyam noodles. 

We rearranged McD furniture for an impromptu family photo shoot. We ain't shy like that... 

Platinum Mall!!! Shopping haven... 

But first, Hannah needs to feed. Thankfully Platinum Mall have good changing aka breastfeeding room in their toilets. 

My little Brown Riding Hood looking so bulat with her Aunty Joyce. 

Our entertainment for the entire trip. So thankful for the numerous babysitters available... 

Having dinner at Siam Center Food Court

Celebrated Grace birthday with yummy ice-creams

Hannah at the pool with Aunty Lydia and Uncle Edwin

Just a photo of Bangkok infamous traffic

Little batgirl all ready to head out

Hannah's first tuk tuk right. You can tell from her facial expression that she can't decide what to make of this. Being in cramp quarters is not her thing. 

Dancing with Aunty Lydia

We met Spidey in Bangkok... 

We sat down for dinner at a sidewalk restaurant in Asiatique. While waiting for food to arrive, Hannah attracted way to much attention. Even the waitresses wanted pictures of her. Haha... 

Good bye, Bangkok! 

It was a short but fun trip. Wished I had more time (and money to spend). Oh well, next time... Be good Bangkok. Till we meet again.. 

Strolling the streets of Pasadena

If you have been following me on Instagram, you will know that we were in Pasadena last weekend. Rockstar have been telling me about Pasadena a couple of times but we never got around visiting it until now. A friend graduated so we were at Pasadena City Hall for some photos before heading to Mother Moo Creamery for some yummy ice-cream first. Their raw honey ice-cream was amuhzingggg. I now add raw honey ice-cream to my list of ice-cream favourites. Parking at Old Pasadena wasn't an issue even on a weekend. It was such a pretty street to walk with so many small quirky shops to explore, side alleys and interesting people. I didn't managed to take a picture but there were even a jazz band set up in front of a cobbler strumming out music. Papers, especially pretty ones make me go a little paper-crazy. I was craving for some 85degree egg tarts but the queue at the cashier was too long that we decided to not wait. There were a few other things that I wanted to do but since we arrived a little late in the day, we were not able to do much. I hope we can go back for another stroll one day. 

We are heading off soon for another amazing weekend. So excited! XO

my valentine

Balloons on sale at the store

Valentine's weekend just passed. And I'm embarrass to admit that ever since becoming a mama, all lovey dovey stuff have gone out the window. I know people say to keep the romance alive after the kids come but it is hard when you have a 4 month old baby and we are all alone with no one to help out. I doubt the next door 40 year old biker dude will be a likely baby sitting candidate. 

Field of yellow flowers outside Redlands Thrift Store

Anyway, I haven't given much thought to this Valentines Day being so busy with Hannah. But Rockstar surprised me with chocolates while I was still in bed. And then we spend a weekend thrift shopping. The best part, he drove me everywhere and never said a word when I went in and out fitting rooms in various thrift shops. 

Sleeping beauty

And we had a mini adventure at San Bernardino and a McDonald's picnic under a big shady tree while Hannah slept in her car seat. I am a sucker for McChicken. Since it was a Sunday, San Bernardino was practically a dead town with just a couple of pedestrains and homeless people on the street. But nonetheless, it was fun exploring a new city.

San Bernardino Justice Center

We ended the weekend with homecooked steak at home. Just us 3. We have come a long way from a romantic dinner for two but I would not change a thing. Looking forward to many more valentine celebration together.

Sunset in LA

Goodnight LA.

Life lately...

Wow! Time flew by so fast and it is 1 month since my last update on life.  So here's what's I've been up to lately...in photos :p    

Lunching at a pretty French cafe. Food was so yummy..

Steamboat/ Hot pot at home

 

Loving my check-up at this beautiful hospital..

Tacos! Yums...

Celebrating my baby girl with a huge cupcake :)

Taking long walks in the evening around the neighbourhood.. 

Lots of eating.. and baking.. too much spare time :)

Japanese for lunch..

...and satisfying my hamburger craving.

Shopping.. sorta.. kinda hard to buy clothes when everything makes me look fat -_-

Arab food for lunch.. oooo, the curry is amazing!

Tacos by the roadside...

Lots of tea times... and book times

Got myself a membership at the local library too.. *bookworm mode on*

Visited the local farmers market

..and indulge myself with an apple turnover. 

Selfie before another doctor's checkup..

Spotted some cute sidewalk chalk drawings during 1 of my evening walks.. 

More eating.. 

Pancakes from IHOP..

Homemade crepes.. 

And more food... Home-cooked spaghetti bolagnaise..

.. and pad thai at a local highly Yelp rated Thai food cafe.. 

Took my local driving license..

Did lots of thrifting...books, clothes, shoes :p

Made creme caramel custard pudding..

...and banana pancakes..

Welcome drink from church..

Eating again..,lots of fruits and yogurt.

Baked mini apple pies.. 

Got a bag load of winter wear hand me downs from Rockstar's cousin.. 

Lots of Facetime and Skype time with my family and friends..

And a final picture of my belly at Week 27... 3 weeks ago. 

It's growing so big so fast.. I am feeling like a whale lately. 

And tomorrow I'll be going for a holiday... cum babymoon.. and most importantly I get to see Rockstar after being apart for 2 months. Yay!! Till then...