I Forgot Myself!

4 years into mommyhood and it already seems like a lifetime. When I was a mother of one, life was sweet as can be until I had number two. Life as a mother became a whole lot more challenging. I have to say I've lost myself to the daily task of mothering 2 little kids. Yesterday morning, when I woke up, I remembered that it was Mother's Day, but my only thought was that of my own mother. I was not expecting a wish from my hubby nor my kids. I didn't even realise it until my hubby reminded my son "Boy did you forget something?" and I went "What? What did he forget?", sounding genuinely concerned that he had left something in the car and that something has started to breed maggots. My hubby continued..."Did you forget to wish mommy Happy...." my son went "Birthday?". THEN, and only then, did it dawn on me that me...mother...Mother's Day...DUH! So, here's what my son made me on the spot...

That's me, with the longest, slimmest, model-like legs!

Why did I forget myself on this special day? I realise now that I've become a robotic mom. Get up in the morning, wash the water bottles, get breakfast ready, feed no.1, get him ready for school, wait for no.2 to get up, feed her, play with her, bathe her, get lunch ready, pick no.1 from school, feed them, play with them, beg them to nap, play with them, get dinner ready, feed everyone, eat, pray, love, sleep. Day in and day out. EVERYDAY has been a MOTHER Day for me, if you know what I mean. And yesterday was no different. Mother's Day, besides being a day for kids and families to celebrate their mothers, does also help to remind mothers to take a break, reflect on their journey as mothers and give themselves a pat on the shoulder for having come this far. It's only been 4 years for me and I look forward to many more Mother's Day to come - not for the flowers, the discounted buffet lunch or the cake, but to remember myself as a M-O-T-H-E-R.

Mi, I Love You!!!

Hey, it's Mother's Day on Sunday. I see mommy bloggers out there getting all excited over the BIG day for mothers....I am too! I'm all excited because this year I get to dedicate a post to my mom on my very own blog. I've never written anything about my mom let alone pay tribute to her. I think it's about time. I have to get this post out by today before she leaves for her holiday in Shanghai tonight!

My mother....hmmmm.....where do I begin. She's been my mom for 1875 weeks (do some math if you want to know my age) - by default. Can't ask for a better mom than her. She's been there for me all these years through heartaches, headaches and now kiddoaches. She's got her own host of aches to deal with but she continues to be there for me no matter what. Taught me many lessons in life, just by being who she is...

She's one confused lady when it comes to her relationship with my dad - can't stand him but love him to bits. Taught me not to marry someone like my dad ......hahaha (made myself laugh with that)......just kidding Pa, don't get angry ah! It's taught me that in a marriage, we have to give and take in everything. Sometimes close one eye, sometimes close both. And, at the end of the day, love conquers all. (as cliched as it sounds, it does!)

She's also losing her memory, partly because she always tells herself that (law of attraction). It's taught me to start doing more Sudoku and eating more gingko pills.

She adores her grandkids and is a wonderful Popo to all little kids. It's taught me how easy it is to love kids other than my own.

She enjoys the simple things in life. Doesn't need a Gucci, a diamond (Pa, you're SO lucky!) or a pair of Jimmy Choos to make her happy. Just give her a glass of Cham Ice from Kluang Station, time with her grandkids, a long afternoon snooze and she'll be riding on high! I'm glad I've inherited that from her... although I wouldn't mind a diamond or two... (my hubby MUST read this!)

She's one true Hokkien lady who never wastes food, not even a morsel of rice left on the plate. It's taught me the true meaning of having food on our table, and how blessed we are.

She's emotionally vulnerable (aren't all women!) but can be SO strong when the occasion calls for her to be. She was our pillar of strength when my brother was dying of cancer. It's inspired me to also be that pillar of strength for my family when I'm faced with difficult times.

I've lost count of the number of times I've lost my temper with her. Times that often make me want to kick myself. I think a confession is in store....

Mi, you should know that for all those times that I've taken you for granted, I'm truly SORRY.(Since I can't be there with you in Ipoh, imagine me on my knees, kissing your feet). And, if I do it again, just give me a good kick on the tush!

So, here's wishing you a Happy Mother's Day! Have a wonderful time in Shanghai!

I Love You! *MUUAH, MUUAH, MUUAH* *HUGS*




Hey Mi, you're on the web!!


And to all mothers out there, a Happy, Blessed Mother's Day!