It started out as my parents flying back to Kuching for my cousin’s wedding and the thought popped up that maybe the kids could go with them for a holiday. Then suddenly we decided to book a Singapore leg for them and then I suddenly decided to join them for the Singapore trip. The best kind of impromptu decisions that lead to the best memories.
So happy to be on the plane with her elf and xiu xiu. She was also pleased to be seated next to me.
The little one didn’t mind not sitting next to me because she was with her Gung Gung. I still felt anxious throughout the flight and kept watching my father for signs of discomfort. I honestly wish I could just buy business class tickets for him for every flight. Sigh I’ll have to work harder at work.
Back at Hotel Jen, we landed 11 plus and it was almost midnight when we reached the hotel. The kids were still in good spirits though and we even ventured down to Donki Donki for midnight shopping! How I wish we could transport to the start of the holidays again.
The girls love the robots Jeno and Jeni, we asked for extra towels on our first night and Jeno delivered it to our room, they were delighted.
My parents recreating their photo from 4 years ago? I’m so glad they seemed to enjoy the pool a lot this time, we went almost every single day and made the most of it.
The cousins making hand stands in the pool. Pool time was their favourite activity everyday and we really had lots of fun.
Gung Gung pretending to be Merlion. It made me fear the day when he can’t carry mei on his shoulders anymore. I’m treasuring this memory so much.
My two water girls. I’m happy that they love the water as much as I do. I think swimming was also one of my favourite activities this holiday, it felt like such a luxury and pleasure to be able to swim everyday.
Buffet at Colony, Ritz Carlton was very beautiful !
My favourite part of the buffet, ondeh ondeh was very good, I wished I had space for more food.
Kids had lots of fun at the art science museum.
It was very beautiful, but my feet were killing me because I shopped/walked too much the day before haha.
I finally had my holiday drink of Starbucks matcha Frappuccino and it was very good!
Toastbox breakfast of kaya toast and soft boiled eggs we had twice through the trip. It wasn’t as good as I remember but I still enjoyed it.
My favourite meal was probably Mos burger which I had for a very late dinner. It was so good we had it twice during the trip.
I was excited to see chwee kueh but it wasn’t very good.
We had lots of Japanese food this holiday, all were so-so and nothing to shout about. I think next time I will do better research and book a Japanese buffet with good quality sashimi instead.
We went for night time swimming, and then headed down for icecream straight after, the chrysanthemum icecream I had was so refreshing and delicious.
Another Toastbox breakfast when we really wanted Yakun. It’s a pity it is always so crowded in Singapore, I feel like I spent most of my time in the queue.
Their new stuffies 😅. I think both of them had the best time because papa wasn’t there to set the rules and I pretty much let them do whatever they wanted because ‘holiday’ . It was relaxing for me too to not be so rigid and insisting on them finishing their meals etc
I finally bought my bag, or I should say R bought it for me since he sponsored my Christmas gift to myself . I hope it will become something that I cherish for a long time to come .
Last meal at the airport, we finally had Yakun and it was average. I was still happy though, to have a last cup of local kopi before our flight. I was already suffering from post holiday blues at this point. Our holiday felt too short and too brief. It was exhilarating not thinking about work, not checking my work emails, just spending time with my family , walking a lot and getting lost on my own. Every moment was liberating and I enjoyed every bit of my freedom.
Going home, R surprised me with a steak dinner that he cooked himself, something he hasn’t done for years. I appreciated his efforts and I’m glad we are ending 2023 in a good place marriage wise.
A brief but wonderful holiday, one that I know won’t be easy to come by again so I am extra appreciative. I’m glad I have this blog to capture the memories.
daitaoha 