The Big Day- Trick or Treat.

Halloween Parade

Yesterday, we took the kids to a Halloween Parade (in Hyde Park). Since grandma had spent so much time sewing the costumes, it would be fun to wear more than once (while the sun was out too).

This was Kiharu's first time trick or treating, it didn't take her too long to warm up with the idea of getting "something" and put into her bucket.

Each kids who walk at the parade were assigned with a number for costume contest, it was really fun.

Thank you grandma PoPo for making the costumes, the kids had so much fun. Tomorrow night will be another fun trick or treating around the neighbourhood. Happy Halloween.

Here is the short video of Kiharu taking the candy by herself. ^_^

Sibling love

After being together for almost 22 months, I am starting to see Yoshi & Kiharu truely enjoy each other's company.

Yoshi is much more willing to share everything (the train station is still a highly sensitive territority, but allow visitor with caution ^_^). He would also say "Ki-chan, play with me", almost as if he begs her to play with him. (He would be sad if she doesn't response)...... He also protects her like a big brother in front of strangers. He would make sure I don't forget about Kiharu when we were buying snacks or simply getting a sticker at the grocery check out counter. He would ask about her when she's not around.

As for Kiharu, she is much more expressive with emotions and wordings. She could make a few words (water, hurt, body parts, "brother", "mama", "Otousan", grandparents...) or she would shake her head to let you know what means NO. She would point at things she want to get or to do. She understands much more than we think.

They love having each other. They would make silly laughs, silly sounds & dance together. They would shout at each other, grabbing things from each other, but they would also apologize, hug and kiss each other to make up. Even when they take turn to get shower in the bathroom, they would wave to each other (as one steps into the tub & the other one wait outside). They would clap hands to encourage each other during mealtime.......

Being parents, it's very comforting to know they love each other. It took a while to get to this stage, there were struggles and patiences from everyone. We look forward to many more of their sweet moment together.... xoxo

The other day while cooking, I saw these quiet moment.......Yoshi was trying to put a hairclip on Kiharu's hair. Not only was Kiharu laying still, she seems VERY comfortable (while I was worrying if he would poke her head with the sharp hairclip, but I just sat back and enjoy watching them, let them figure out on their own)

(well, it's not about how it looks at the end, but the love in between)

Yoshi's has a Pajama Day at school, he was so looking forward to that. He couldn't believe he could wear his PJ to school ^_^ Students brought their pillow, blanket, stuff animal.... got to watch a mini movie while laying on the floor, enjoying snacks (like a movie theater experience).... who wouldn't want that?!

"Otousan" (sweet version)

After the long waited 22 months, Kiharu is finally calling "OTOUSAN" (daddy). Nori is sure the happiest dad right now. Her sweet voice melts Nori's heart everytime. Looking back, Yoshi made his first Otousan calling around the same age.

See you soon

Bye grandpa and grandma. Thanks for coming here to spend the wonderful three weeks with us. Can't believe you are already on your way back to Hong Kong. Yoshi & Kiharu have so much fun with you. They have learnt to speak so much Cantonese. Wonder next summer when we go to visit you, how much will they have grown....... See you on Skype soon.

Halloween preview

This year's halloween is going to be extra special, because it's one of a kind halloween outfits for the kids. Mom the seamstress + grandma the sewer. What a fun project. Thanks Grandma for the BIG BIG help. Now you can make more and sell online when you go back to Hong Kong. ^_^

Donuts please....

105% energy level

It's been a week since the last blog post. It's been busy lately. And Yoshi was sick last weekend with high fever. But now he's back to 105% normal. (it's always good to see his energetic mode, though it comes with loud voice...^_^) Everyday is full of fun in the house. Can't believe how much energy grandparents have with the kids. Grandpa is literally following EVERY steps behind Kiharu, making sure she won't fall or bump into sharp corners (professional bodyguard). I'm really amazed with his energy, I bet ALL OF THEM fall asleep right away every night.

After the attack, it's time for facial massage (better don't open your eyes to avoid being poked by little fingers)

Grandparents have visited here many times, but this is the first time during fall season. It's one of my favorite- fall activities, leaves changing color.....so beautiful. Glad to have grandparents here to enjoy together.

p.s-looking at all Kiharu's photos, can't believe she is not even 2 years old. She seems to be much more understanding about lots of things. She is a very happy little girl, but when she really wants something, she goes her way in doing it (at least she tries).

Tonight at dinner, after only a few bites, she seems to lost interest (very unusual) and focus on the fruit. We kept explaining to her she had to finish rice first, but she refused (happened before). At the end, I even had to put her into her crib, isolating her for a minute. To most people, they probably think I'm over doing it. But if you were there to see, just like grandparents, you would agree Kiharu actually understood most of the explaination, especially through visual demonstration. I know she is not even 2 years old, lots of patience are needed, but teaching has to start somewhere. ......

No no no, this don't happen everyday, and I'm not a tiger mom (for sure). I just know the kids understand if we explain right and wrong, it takes a lot of patience. And even after all the struggle, hugs and kisses fill with lots of love. Can't wait to see their big smiles tomorrow morning... sweet dream my dear Kiharu & Yoshi. xoxoxo

Harvest time

Thank you to Ojiichan's (grandpa) hardwork back in last July, planting vegetable seeds in our garden. After three months, my parents are now here able to harvest for all of us. (Ojiichan, arigatou).

Yoshi is very excited each time when grandparents take him out for harvest. All you need is an empty bowl & a pair of scissors.

Time to help out in washing the vegetables...

Not the best photo, because it's being eaten half way through before remember to take a photo.... (salad with pan fry chicken)

Thanks both grandparents for planting seeds and harvesting, otherwise, I doubt if we would ever have a chance to eat such fresh healthy meal....Thank you.

Who's that gal?

26 days to Halloween....(found an old wig....^_^)

Welcome 公公婆婆

The long waited visit from 公公婆婆 has finally arrived. After having so many visitors this past few months, Yoshi & Kiharu had no problem adapting to them. Yoshi didn't even want to go to school this morning, because he wanted to play with them at home....more fun to come.