Ikea Outing

Really sick of seeing all the baby stuff and toys scattering around the house; my previously tidy home (it wasn't very tidy but still manageable ok) is now a disaster, a war zone, no exaggeration. I'm not really finicky about tidiness and cleanliness but still get a bit frustrated to see the clutter getting no way in the house. Thing gets totally out of hand especially when Chloe gets more mobile and messing up the house is now officially her new hobby...

So I thought I can take up the housewife's responsibility and start organizing instead of complaining, and Ikea is the answer to the most affordable option when it comes to home storage & organization.


#1 Posted this pic on FB because we're too cute together, wakaka~~


#2 Maybe this one is cuter, help me decide :p


#3 S.E.L.F.I.E of the day, without cosmetic lenses, without falsies, without retouching. Hmm... I honestly think I look better in the U.S, is it the weather? The sunlight? Or maybe just my perception :)


#4 Did the gel nail in S'ban. Wanted to add a nautical touch to them but ended up making them looking so 4th-of-July @.@


#5 It's her first trip to Ikea btw.


#6 Happy face~~


#7 Feeding herself! Great job! *tap dancing*


#8 Thank god for Daddy Chean~~ Love you so much as a father, a husband, a man and a very best friend of mine.


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#10 Shopping, shopping, shopping...


#11 There goes my happy face when I find something I want, and a baby so busy occupying her down time with new discovery, hehe~~



Alright, I better go get clean up and get organized before Chloe woke up from her nap. See you soon~~



Best,
Bev

Ziplock Bag Painting

** One Dollar EduCor **


#1 Spotted this creative idea on Pinterest a while ago and I just thought of making it today! Replace the ingredient with homemade glue instead of tempera paint though, to make this project even more budget friendly.


#2 I guess I use it as a learning board instead :p

Had fun making this mess-free painting project although Chloe doesn't seem as engaging as she used to be when I introduce this to her; stuffy nose & teething have turned my little angel into a very fussy baby these two days... But she does play with it a little, trying to press the air bubbles trapped in the bag :D Can't expect much from a sick 12 month-old, can I? :p

All you need is just a large ziplock bag :) Oh, the homemade glue is made from tapioca starch, very warm water and food coloring.

Enjoy~~



Best,
Mama Bev

Weekend Getaway to Golden Palm Tree

Right before I forget, Happy Dumpling Festival 端午节大快乐 to everyone!!! Can't even remember when was the last time I celebrate this with my family, most importantly in Malaysia, but it sure brings back loads of childhood memories. Remember to call home if you're away from your family, and stuff yourself with a big fat dumpling today :p

Speaking of family, my family & I had a blissful mini retreat at The Golden Palm Tree Iconic Resort & Spa last weekend. It supposed to be a family vacation but sis got to sit for exam and bro had to run an event, so ended up just 4 of us enjoying the ambiance of the 5 stars sea-villa...


#1 Checking into Ivory Palm Villa...


#2 Mum resting in the living room after exploring the surrounding :p


#3 The second bedroom comes with 2 twin beds that can comfortably accommodate 4 people, I think ;)


#4 Second bedroom's bathroom.


#5 Spacious office & reading area with sea views~


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#7 The master suite.


#8 Daddy Chean helping out while Mama Bev got busy with her camera, hehe~~


#9 Large vanity in the bathroom, and the double sinks, love it :D


#10 Was expecting a jacuzzi but the receptionist commented that it's only available in the Royale Palm Villa. It's ok, I can live with a tub ^^V

Initially, I booked for a Canary Palm Tree via the school holiday promo package that advertised on Golden Palm Tree's Facebook page, only at RM720 per night with complimentary breakfast buffet. It's such a great deal and thing got even more awesome when the staff upgraded my room to Ivory Palm Villa upon check-in, for F.R.E.E of course which I didn't ask for. So grateful!


#11 Bao Bao posing like a pro, haha... Thank you Aunt Annie for the Chateau De Sable dress and the matching bloomer, love the quality and design so much and now I'm a big fan!

This whole trip is on me as a post-celebration for Chloe's birthday, hehe *proud* Unfortunately we didn't get to do much due to the cloudy and rainy weather, but the happiest thing is that Chloe got to swim for the first time!


#12 Look at her, super excited~~


#13 Was a little anxious at first...


#14 Went gaga after a few secs! Splashing and kicking her legs nonstop! So adorable!


#15 Guss I was teaching her to hold the handle with her tiny hands...


#16 Relaxing by the pool...


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#18 Overlooking the ocean...


#19 LOL...


#20 Happy face(s) :D

Now you'll say that's why Chloe is sick; she caught a cold after the swimming session. Nope! We only got into the pool for about 5 mins :'( Cause grandma was nagging unstoppably; she thinks baby shouldn't swim at all at such early age @.@ But hoh, Americans send their babies to swimming classes as early as 6 m/o leh, hmm... Btw, it's Daddy Chean who passed the viruses to her instead.


#21 The sunset.


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Mum & Chean went down for BBQ & Seafood Grill Buffet at one of the restaurants, charged about RM120++ per person (after tax) but they said the food was below expectation. Me? I stayed in the room with Chloe BB and ate cup noodles; I'm currently practicing meat-free diet ^^


#23 Evening view at the restaurant.


#24 Some of the food they enjoyed...


#25 Had complimentary breakfast buffet the next day morning :D


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#27 Croissant & Omelet for Chloe BB~~


#28 She can hardly wait :p


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#30 Mum & Chloe BB ❤❤❤


#31 She wanted to swim again! But it's raining, bummer!


#32 Woke up from her noon nap and being playful again.


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#34 Pillow talk? :p


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#37 The only selfie of the day. One can't be too narcissistic with a baby :'(


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#39 Family portrait with Chloe pointing to the red flashing light! It's the timer baby, just chill, hehe...


#40 On buggy ride to the main lobby... Checking out already! Should have booked for two nights.


#41 Hi-5 with mummy~~


#42 Bye Bye Sepang Gold Coast (^_^)V

Chloe's post birthday celebration and first outing to the beach end here. See ya!



XOXO,
Bev