Flipping over

J's been turning to his sides for the past two weeks, and we had helped him flip over a couple of times coz he was stuck. Today, J decided he would flip over for us. And both of us were present when he did it by himself for the first time. He kept steady and looked around our room for a while before deciding he was tired and needed a rest. He subsequently flipped over a few more times...looks like this is going to be his new trick for Christmas.

Huat Kueh

We had mini huat kueh when Jonathan turned four months young last week. Huat kueh, 发糕, Prosperity cake are steamed cup cakes are usually light or dark brown in color. Leavening during its production process produces a "bloom" that symbolizes prosperity. Usually eaten during Chinese new year, the size of the "bloom" is an indicator of the degree of prosperity in the coming year. Chinese prefer large "blooms" so some bakers have responded by adding generous dosages of baking power to ensure their Prosperity Cakes have a big "bloom". To us, it's just nice spongy cakes...for we believe God is the Provider.

Me and Gu Gu

This is my Gu Gu, or Aunty Catherine. I like it when she carries me. She comes every Sunday with Gu Zhang, Uncle Bryan, and my cousin Megan.

Making his passport

Jon will freeze if he catches us taking photos of him. So you can imagine him doing so when we brought him to the studio to take a photo of him so we can make his passport.

His serious look

The weather is also quite hot when it's not raining, so we bought him a hat to wear when he goes out.

Going to church

Jon likes going to church. He enjoys worship. And he likes it when Pastor Law preaches. He thought pastor was talking to him and he babbled back.

Living with less

Many of my friends have been asking me if I have gotten used to living in Miri. Their concerns are valid, coz after all I am a city girl who loves her Jap food, buying handbags to commemorate occasions and shopping. I am seldom at home coz I love meeting up with friends whenever I can.
Before delivering Jon, I enjoyed being e centre of attention. That changed once Jon was born. And after the teething initial month and getting used to a schedule of caring for Jon, I asked myself if I can truly come to terms with a gap in my work resume, no income of my own, and not being able to buy pretty things.

I found the sacred in simple living. Jon's health, my stable marriage, and my wealth of friends are more precious than the lifestyle I've been accustomed to. Living on less really could mean more. We have time to watch Jon grow. I have been reading Christian literature, scrapping for Jon, making cards for friends, and baking. I've finally taken my driving theory test, and will be taking my first driving lesson tomorrow...please pray that my instructor has a healthy heart!

A few photos which I took recently

Mini lemon yoghurt cakes









Jon laughing when we talk to him










Jon's "talking" lots now if you give him your attention.








His first playmate, Patrick









First time on his tummy

In the mornings

Jonathan would wake up in the mornings and wait for us patiently to play with him. Guess he is older and more aware and comfortable with his surroundings.

Just the 3 of us

I realised I kept taking photos of Jon, but not of Jon and me, or 3 of us together. I so regret not taking photos together with Jon when he was younger...guess I looked like a riot during the confinement month. Well, here's one with 3 of us when Jon was in his third month.

Hanging mobile

During Jon's 3rd month, he took notice of the hanging mobile above his cot. He knows when it's morning coz we will switch on the music for him. He will also move his hands and legs furiously and excitedly....