Updates

Felt like months have passed since my last entry!! Definitely been a hectic year end for me both at work and home. Keeping a running list to track the major happenings

• Natalie is growing into a fine lady, she has her usual share of tantrums but still manageable. She is turning 2 next month... and we are keeping fingers crossed that she don't suffer from the 'horrible 2' symptoms!
• New helper 'Mimi' for short, named by Natalie after the first introductory session, is doing well. She is more respectful than the previous helper who thinks she is boss. She is diligent and has a positive attitude towards work and treats Natalie well. Best of all, mum loves this new maid. So all's well back home .. or at least for now.
• Mum has been diagnosed with colon cancer last December. She is now recuperating from surgery. Really got to thank Dr Tay for doing such a wonderful job and keeping her on track. Though she scolded him 'black-hearted' for pressing hard on the side of the intestine which hurts after the surgery, and he stomped off after being scolded. Funny this, but Mum miraculously had a instantaneous recovery. In the end, she gave him a flower basket to thank him. No pain no gain I guess. She has to undergo chemotherapy next but things are certainly looking better. And we are watching her diet real closely, making sure she doesn't take any red meat going forward. She is definitely not too pleased about this. But prevention is always better than cure.
• At work, I have survived the worst peak of my life. Being the only person in-charge of compensation definitely means no room for error and on top of this I had to write the management reports and do up the remuneration paper for executive committee's approval. Tough season, especially when previous boss has left for greener pasture, leaving me 'the newbie' to figure things along the way. So glad the past is now over and I certainly look forward to the 4 months maternity leave by end this year =).
• Little baby in me is doing well despite the stress at work. "Glad you are there as the whole family pulled through the toughest times!"