First in 2017 II

After a sleepless night (because of my stuffy nose), I went to see the doctor in the morning. I have flu and also loss of voice and I was given two days of medical leave. My first medical leave for the year.
I really wanted to rest but had to deal with lots of emails which made me even more tired and sick. :( :(

First in 2017

My first illness in 2017! :(
I started having sore throat yesterday during the afternoon of Day 2 CNY. Took manuka honey but it was too late. I must have caught it from my older daughter who was ill since CNY eve. 

2nd Day of CNY 2017

Other than the tradition of visiting during CNY, family and friends visit us on the 2nd day of CNY 2017 for two other things:
Eat - Hockchew red wine chicken soup with me sua & Taiwanese braised pork bun (扣肉包)
Drink - Pu'er tea

Us on 1st day of CNY (Marieann is down with flu)

Happy Chinese New Year 2017

Here is wishing all my family and my friends (both in Singapore and overseas), my students and my colleagues (both present and past, in Singapore and overseas) a Happy Chinese New Year. May all enjoy good health, prosperity, success and great happiness!!

Happy Chinese New Year 2017!

祝新年快乐，万事如意!

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Chinese New Year's Eve 2017

It is the eve of Chinese New Year 2017. 
Time for our steamboat reunion dinner. :) 

Our own version of Lo Hei (seasoned seaweed, jellyfish and scallops) 

Starbucks Drink

Hmm, I haven't tried this drink from Starbucks. Should try it one of these days. 

You Are a Pumpkin Spice Latte

You are a down to earth and friendly person. With you, what you see is what you get. You may be surprised to learn how popular you are. People appreciate the simplicity and warmth you represent. You are sweet and welcoming. You have a little spice to your personality but not so much that it offends anyone. You have a subtle complexity that people appreciate over time. There is a lot more to you than meets the eye.

What Starbucks Drink Would Warm You Up?

CNY Goodies 2017

I have been receiving CNY goodies from colleagues and friends. Feeling much loved. :)

Childhood Memories: Viper vs Raider

"After the destruction of the Twelve Colonies of Mankind, the last major fighter carrier leads a makshift fugitive fleet on a desperate search for the legendary planet Earth." 

I grew up watching the original Battlestar Galactica tv series and I loved it.

I couldn't contain my excitement when I saw the Colonial Viper and Cylon Raider in a toy shop. The toys sure brought back fond childhood memories. 

Anything Odd?

Can you see anything odd? My girl said I was evil. Haha :D

Juliane's Greens

Juliane came home with some seeds after attending a module in school. She planted them.

Chinese lettuce, spinach and kang kong

The plants are growing well. So another one takes after my mother who has green thumbs. :)

Secret Menu Starbucks II

The barista at Starbucks recommended me a secret menu drink, Blackforest Cake Frappuccino.

It was good, not too sweet!

SCGS Parents' Briefing 2017

I attended the Parents' Briefing for Secondary 1 students at SCGS in the evening. Lots to take in about school matters. 

Falling in Love

I am falling in love with this kitten which never fails to be excited to see me, both in the morning when I go to work and in the evening when I returned from work. 

Breakfast with Principal

Marieann's school had a Breakfast with the Principal session for the Secondary 3 students this morning. I was the earliest parent to arrive haha. Occupational hazard of a former teacher. 
Lots to think about for Marieann's future life options. 

Season's Greetings Presents

Presents from colleagues/ friends for the new year. Feeling much loved. :)

My New Year's Plan?

Based on Blogthings quiz, my New Year's plans revealed me to be thoughtful. :P 

You Are Thoughtful

You are a pensive and even philosophical person. You think about the meaning of everything. You're likely to be happy to spend New Year's Eve alone or mostly alone. You have your books and thoughts to keep you company. Your attitude for the new year is one of quiet reflection. Your new year will bring a lot of personal growth in your life, even without any resolutions!

What Do Your New Year's Plans Say About You?

Downtime

I needed some downtime after a hectic week. What is better than enjoying a Matcha Souffle?! 

Matcha Souffle from Hoshino Coffee

Secret Menu Starbucks

Tried these two secret menu drinks from Starbucks! I was just joking when the barista said she could make them!

The Shrek Frappe and Butterbeer Frappuccino

I loved the Butterbeer Frappuccino. :)

Deadline

Juggling and struggling with several deadlines at the same time is NO joke. :(

New Kid on the Block?

A new cat? Same cat?