On weekends, the kids nap in the car. I secretly like that arrangement because I don't have to nurse Alfee to sleep or nag Sophie to bed. I can steal a moment to stare blankly out of the window and enjoy the peace and quiet... that is, IF they actually sleep.
I also like the fact that I'll be at Takashimaya while waiting for Sophie to finish her art class. Despite everything, I am at least not bored or bothered by the heat. Sophie enjoys her art class and her treats after that. I will grab some snacks for the kids and they usually love the treats. Today, they got lollipops.
We made a trip to 313@Somerset after that. We wanted to shop for stuff we need for the trip. We are slow and shopping gets tough with the kids close to the end of the day. Dinner at the food court was miserable. The kids couldn't stand the dishes and rice... I couldn't really blame them. My appetite wasn't any much better, especially after the horrid service provided at the stall.
Today, we decided to ask Ah Boh to watch Sophie while we did some shopping with Alfee. We needed good, waterproof shoes. Of course, Sophie was elated. She took a short nap after her swimming lesson and it was off to Toa Payoh.
We went to Timberland at City Hall. It was crowded like a madhouse. I could hardly manoeuvre with Alfee in a pram. We are considering dumping the pram and letting the little guy walk on his own. Although he's much more active than Sophie (then), he's also more aware and willing to cooperate.
We then bought more clothes from Fox. They have quite good clothing for kids, especially if the parents are like us. We want simple designs and comfort.
Ah Boh took a train with Sophie to City Hall to meet us for dinner. While waiting at the shop, Alfee started playing rough and hit her on the face. When confronted and told to apologise, he refused. He gestured instead, 'sayanging' Ah Boh's face. Yet, he pursed his lips and his eyes turned red and watery. The little man was stubborn. He simply refused to apologise.
Perhaps he saw it as an accident due to play so he didn't see it as a mistake that warrant an apology. Forcing it from him seemed futile and without conviction, it would be useless. We left it as it was... until I asked him again just before we sleep. Out of frustration, I told him 'no milk if you don't apologise' and for that, he relented.
I forgot the name of this candy place at City Hall. I found the treats for the goody bags I am getting ready for Sophie's birthday. I really like those and hopefully, the guests would too!
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