Stop Throwing Things, Ethan!!!

Dearest Ethan Baby,

You are always throwing things on the floor and from the window. The things are getting lesser at home because you throw most of them out of the window. Mummy nearly fainted each time when you does that. Mummy knows that throwing things is a new and enjoyable skill for you at this age but there are things that you are not suppose to throw, my dear. Mummy is going to concentrate on limiting what you throws and where you throws it instead of trying to stop you from throwing because it will be a futile effort anyway. Nevertheless, Mummy still loves you very much and certainly enjoy this stage of your life though it is kinds of painful. =)


Love Always,
Mummy!

The Privilege of Parenthood

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy feels encouraged, rather than frazzled, to be a parent. When I become your Mummy, my whole life changes forever. The privilege of this call from GOD is awesome because it is also the privilege of helping to shape an unique individual person in GOD's way. Mummy have learn so much from you even when you are in my tummy.

1. Mummy learns to give unconditional love to YOU
Mummy's life changes as I place YOU as top priority, before myself and before Daddy. Even when YOU disobey me or make mistakes, I will still continue to love YOU by showing grace and forgiveness, not even lesser.

2. Mummy appreciates unconditional love
Whatever has happened in the day is irrelevant when YOU hugs me and smile to me because Mummy still mean the world to YOU.

3. Mummy become a braver and more confident person
Whether Mummy had any initial fears about insects, I will rise to the occasion and overcome it when faced with the situation of protecting YOU. Mummy's self-esteem improves as I impart my knowledge and values to YOU. Mummy have learn to be more assertive, too whenever I need to consider YOU in any major decisions.

4. Mummy become a much better person overall
Through the challenges, frustrations, joys and observation of human nature YOU, Mummy is personally transformed into a much better person, with more love, patience and understanding. No other life lesson can do that better!

Ethan Baby, Thank you very much for coming into my life. GOD, thank you so much for this precious gift.


Love Always,
Mummy!

Teaching Ethan the Act of Sharing

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy reckons that it all began with me when I want to teach you on the act of sharing. With my help and reassurance, Mummy hopes that you will learn how to interact with others. Mummy can't wait for you to build on these first few experiences such as learning to play games, hold conversations, make friends and continue to delight the people around you. Mummy loves you and want you to know that you are blessed so you must spread your blessings around especially to people who needs them more.


Love Always,
Mummy!

Returning Back to Tanjong Pagar Home on Tuesday 24 May 2011

Dearest Ethan Baby,

We are returning back to Tanjong Pagar home tonight. Mummy hopes that you will adapt to this "new" place easily since you are so attached to Popo, Jiujiu and Jiumu. Baby, this is your home and we will be with Daddy daily from tonight onward. You will be able to see and play with Daddy daily. Mummy hopes that you are excited about it though here is smaller and older than Punggol home. Mummy loves you and will be with you no matter which home you are in. That is a promise and that is for sure!!


Love Ya Always,
Mummy!

Ethan Loves to be Naked and Run around the House =(

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy is wondering why do you love to run around the house naked every time. It is always a battle to change you. You will always struggle to run away. Thanks goodness that Mummy happened to know from a licensed child therapist Kimberley Clayton Blaine that it is perfectly normal for you to resist clothing because it is just a way to assert your independence from us and show that you have your own opinions and abilities. What a relief!!


Love Always,
Mummy!

Enrolment Completed for Ethan in Mulberry Learning Centre

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy is so happy to find you another school and this time Mummy believes that it is GOD's plan. Everything happens at the right time and right place. It must be GOD's plan. Mummy hopes that you can makes more friends in school and be exposed to lot of things. Mummy also hope that at the same time I can concentrate on the work that GOD wants her to do. Amen!! Mummy loves you!

Love Always,
Mummy!

Just a Note to Ethan on Sunday 15 May 2011

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy needs to always remind herself that you are just only a 18th month old toddler. Baby, I love you but sometimes I feel so lost and do not know what to do with you. I do not know whether you did it on purpose or not. I do not know how exactly are you feeling. Mummy loves you and treasure every single moments with you. May GOD continue to guide Mummy to bring you up well in GOD's ways. Amen!!


Love You Always,
Mummy!

10 Commandments for Daddy and Mummy to Alway Remember

A Constant Reminder for Daddy and Mummy to Ethan Baby

(1) My hands are small; don't expect perfection whenever I make a bed, draw a picture or throw a ball. My legs are short; slow down so that I can keep up with you.

(2) My eyes have not seen the world as yours have; let me explore it safely; don't restrict me unnecessarily.

(3) Make time for me. Housework will always be there; I'm only little once.

(4) I have feelings too; don't nag me about my inquisitiveness. Treat me as you'd like to be treated.

(5) I'm a gift; treasure me as God intended. Hold me accountable, give me guidelines to live by, discipline me with love.

(6) I need encouragement to grow, not empty praise. Go easy, you can correct the things I do without putting me down.

(7) Give me the freedom to make decisions, even if they're not always right. Permit me to fall, so that I can learn to walk.

(8) Don't redo things I've done; that makes me feel like my efforts don't measure up to your expectations. And don't compare me with others; I'm me, not them.

(9) Don't be afraid to leave for a weekend together. Kids need vacations from parents, just like parents need vacations from kids. Besides, it shows us that your marriage is something special.

(10) Take me to God's house and introduce me to Him, because I'm going to need Him for the rest of my life.

Amen!

Cooking for Little Ethan Personally

Dearest Ethan Baby,

Mummy feels so heart pain to discover that Aunty Lyn lets you eat PLAIN porridge and rice sometimes. Although you don't appear to be undernourished nor skinny, Mummy can't help it but still feel so heart pain. Mummy decided to cook for you personally no matter how busy or how tired I am unless I really can't do it. Mummy also wants to make sure that you have a balanced diet of fish, meat and vegetable daily. Mummy loves you very much and want you to grow up being a healthy boy.

Love Always,
Mummy!

Ethan Finally Call "Mama" on Sat 1 May 2011

Dear Ethan Baby,

Finally you called me Mama. Mummy was waiting and waiting. You called Papa months ago with a loud and clear voice but just not Mama. No matter how many people asked you, persuade you or talk to you, you just don't call me Mama. Mummy was feeling so sad and disappointed. To my surprise, you finally called me Mama. I feel so happy to hear that. =)

Love Always,
Mummy

Before I Was a Mom

Before I was a Mom, I never tripped over toys or notice of any baby fairs/sales. I didn't worry whether or not my pronouncation was accurate.  I never thought about immunizations.
 
Before I was a Mom, I had never been puked on, pooped on, chewed on, peed on.  I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts.  I slept all night.
 
Before I was a Mom, I never comfort a crying baby so doctors could give shots.  I never looked into teary eyes and cried.  I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.  I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep.
 
Before I was a Mom, I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put her down.  I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I saw a baby fall from the bed. I never knew that something so small could affect my life so much.  I never knew that I could love someone so much.  I never knew I would love being a Mom. 
 
Before I was a Mom, I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body.  I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child.  I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important and happy.
 
Before I was a Mom,I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay.  I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love, the heartache, the wonder mentor the satisfaction of being a Mom.  I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much, before I was a Mom. =)

A Busy Day with Ethan at Home on Mon 1 May 2011

Dearest Ethan Baby,

It is such a busy day with you at home. Daddy and Mummy are busy packing up because tomorrow is the first day of the upgrading project in our home. Mummy hopes that after the upgrading and spring cleaning, it will be a better living environment for you. All parents want the best for their children. Mummy is no exception. Mummy will try her very best within her means to give you a better and conducive living and growing up environment. Love you deeply and always, my dear son.


Love Always,
Mummy!