Catching up with old time friends

I can hardly remember when my dearest hubby invites his friends back home for a full meal. In fact, it is always a makan session outside rather than having one at home. Perhaps it was due to the space when we were living in an apartment then. Maybe men need bigger space to move around. hehehe...

Taking advantage of the space and this time, he invited a FEW groups at one go. I too, took the opportunity to invite a few of mine whom I haven't seen for a long time. Will be nice to catch up face to face rather than over the phone or messaging.

Unfortunately, I didn't have any chance to take pictures except this one as some guests arrived early.

It had been really a hectic day for me as I got to wake up really early to prepare an order for this lovely lady. She got such a bubbly personality that it is truly a joy to serve her. Let's hope her friend love this gift that she present.

After, I went to the wet market to purchase all the meat dishes for the BBQ. I haven't really been buying fresh produce around this area even though I have already been staying in this area for the last 6 months. (wow how time flies).

Then swing down town to make the delivery and to pick up a bicycle that wanted to find a new owner. The bicyle is perfect for a small frame person like me. I got such a hard time searching for one that fits me. Now we can go cycling as a family as mine was stolen a while ago. Thanks A & S and hopefully you guys like the cuppies.

Chemistry

MC and I were colleagues many years ago. We were both in different departments but somehow the chemistry is just there. Even with the wide age gap, we managed to click pretty well and maintain a friendship even after we both left the company on a different timing.

I seek her out to help me with a favour as she has got a better networking than me and she was indeed very kind. Even though she is so busy, she still find the time to use her "connection" to get my favour done.

For that, MC, I really appreciated it.

We were catching up with our personal lives and she came to know that I am into cupcakes. Since it will be a last day at work as she is seeking a bigger challenge, she ordered some from me to thank her colleagues. So this is what I came up with.

Hopefully, her colleagues will like it as she does.

Was really nice to see her after a long absence and still the bubbly MC that I have known nearly 6 years ago. Wow.

In a flash

I haven't been blogging lately. Not because I have lost interest but I was simply too caught up with the day to day happenings.

Been trying out as an assistant in a bakery for three days. Life was really fun. The feeling of going back to work and meeting people is exhualbant. I am making plans to incorporate some of the nice bakes from my friend into Cupcake Fantasies. Will keep you updated when it comes.

We also had a potluck dinner with my old neighbourhood. Initially I wanted to cook for all of them but missing their yummilious food so badly, I suggested pot luck instead. Sorry folks, I didn't have time to take pictures of Auntie L's Yam Abacus, SL's Petai Prawns, S's Almond Logan , A's Ice cream and Gourment Sausages from Auntie A. My contribution was Gingko Nut with Barley which in my opinion failed because I didn't removed the barley (a tip from all my nice aunties) and my mother in law's Curry Chicken which everyone said is sedap!

After, I have been fulfilling my commitment to Cupcake Fantasies. Tried my hand at some figurines for a safari theme. Did I pass?

A lazy Sunday afternoon

Out of boredom, I started surfing and found this mommy forum by chance. Though I am not a computer nerd as I am pretty good at other software programmes but internet world was totally new to me. Not that I am good at it now but back then it was worst.


It is the very first forum that I chanced upon when I first started to become a stay home mom. It has brought lots of wonderful moments for me and friendship that formed over the years.


Yesterday, a group of us met up at my place for tea.

For some, it was a catch up time, for others, it was a getting to know you moment. I even met a school senior!!! Small world. We spent a lazy Sunday over some yummilious goodies. Some were hand made while others from takeways but nevertheless, all tasted good.

The norm, my contributions are cupcakes and Osmanthus Cake. I had a bite towards the end of the party and I would say that the Osmanthus cake tasted much much better having it chilled. Will have to keep it in mind should I made it another time for my family or guests. Serve while chilled.

I am embrassed to have my guest washing my dishes and making tea. hahaha.... poor host I am.

We had a very good time yakking till sunset under a logan tree. I was told at one point in time, there were 8 kids having a mini soccer session over at my small front lawn. LOLz. Glad that the kids had a wonderful wonderful time. (unfortunately I didn't capture this precious moment).

We departed with a group photo as remembrance. Hugs and kisses were exchanged and I pray that our special little baby guest will be on his road to recovery. Kudos to his parents for being so strong and positive. Something I have to learnt from them.

Shall we do it again my friends?