This is my 'Because You Can' meal for Xiaohei. After completing a 42.2km and burning probably a million calories, I made him a BIG BBQ chicken Calzone, mash potatoes and a side salad, BECAUSE HE CAN afford the calories.

Im so proud of him.

I can't help by blog this...its hilarious!

The Fall has Arrived.....

It has been raining for 2 days straight. This much need rain comes after what is apparently what is one of the worse drought ever in Virginia, there was even a water restriction.

But the last couple of days has seen a sharp fall in the temperature and droplets of water come pouring down from the sky...

I wish all my friends could see the beautiful sight.

Together with the rain, Halloween is round the corner. And since we are here where Halloween is so celebrated, Hei and I have gotten outselves into the spirit as well.

Ok, normally I shriek away from talking about intestinal organ of the body and 'waste' management of a human being...but this time, i thought I share a small insight with you guys.



I have started (6th day) of my 14 days Activia Challenge. Activia is yogurt with some pro-biotic cultures thing that apparently aids in the disgestive system of the body, meaning it helps with intestinal movement and waste removal.



Well, according to the website/tv ad, take Activia for 14 consecutive days and it will regulate your digestive system and make you feel better.

Well,so far I think it may be working....or at least i hope it is working.

I saw my grandma again this morning. This time, she was lying in a hospital bed. Her eyes was close and hooked up to a lot of machines keeping her alive. I was in the next room, waiting for my turn to see her.

'You can go in now Ying Girl', my aunt walked in and told me, teary eyed.

I walked into the ward and laid down with my grandma on the unusually large bed. Initially she seemed unhappy to see me, but when she saw me crying, my grandma surmon her strength and put her arms around me.

I almost forgot how thin and wrinkly her skin was...it was so comforting.

She told me not to blame myself for her being that way and that it was her time to go. I really couldnt hear anything else because of my crying.

Singaporeans, quick sign before 19th October (Singapore time)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESSIE!!!!

My good days has just continued.

I started my volunteer work at Ashurst Elementary school, assisting Ms Water during kindergarten art class and Mrs Vernon in Grade 1. And I am enjoying it so much, never thought that interacting with children brings that much fulfilment. And honestly, kids says the darnest things. A couple of kids simply made up my name the other day and called me Mrs Yamaguchi. And 1 boy came up to me and to confirm my name as Ms Wee, and when I said yes, he gave me a example! "Is it like, my mother and I, WE went to the mall on Sunday'. I can't help but laugh and nod my head.

Who knows. Maybe this is MY CALLING in life?

Anyhoo, it was a fun weekend. The entire Singapore coup here in Quantico went for dinner at Joe's Crab Shack for some ANGMOH crabs as farewell dinner for Willie and Chris. The next morning, the gohs, us, willie and chris woke up early for some pancakes at IHOP (International House of Pancakes) before going to the airport. As I stand at the departure gate waving them off, I no longer feel that I am in a hurry to go home. Beginning to really have USA grow on me.

Besides, how can I leave Meow Meow? My part time cat who comes to visit occasionally. Yesterday after dinner, i heard a mewing at my balcony and she came to visit again! After a month of missing her.

Sorrry huru, din mean to copy the name of your cat but I started saying Meow Meow and she seemed to respond...Mebbe she is Meow Meow's parallel universe twin!

You know how sometimes you have a good day...and you have a GOOD day. Well, I had a really GREAT day. Its probably the best day I have had since I came to US. I mean, sure 99% of the days here are great, Blacks and I have fun, we go out, we laugh, but today was different. It was a FEEL GOOD day.

I made the bed this morning and it looked great. The blankets were folded proportionately and the pillows were stacked perfectly. Sure, you might say that this is such a AUNTIE feel good day. But it was a great start to the day for me.

Then I went to the gym, and probably this was the part of the day I felt the least good but well, I cross train for 15 mins and spend the next 45 mins reading cosmopolitan while pretending I was cycling! So I didn't burn 500 calories, but I did learn that to draw a pair of great eyebrows, always brush, draw then brush again. So that it looks natural. Good intell....

Afterwards, I attended my much dreaded IOWC luncheon where I needed to give a short presentation about Singapore for about 100 military wives. I wasn't confident about the presentation and just wanted to make everything short and sweet and get it over and done with. But to my most plesant surprise, many thought my presentation was fantastic! 1 middle age Korean lady even came up to me afterwards, complemented me on my great job and told me this; 'I have attended these luncheons for many years now, and this is the first time I see the whole room shut up and pay attention. You really captured everyone's attention. I can tell, you will be a great success next time.' Wow, I never thought I would receive such great complements but it really touched my heart.

Feeling sky high, I followed Mari to the Elementary school on base seeking for some volunteer work to do. I met with Ms Waters, the art teacher who was thrilled to have an additional help and I am in. Starting tomorrow, I will be helping out at the art class!

And to top it all off, I bought Clinique's facial bar soap WITH dish for only $10 at PX!!!

Its only 2.30pm and already this has been one of the best days. Now I just want my blackie home and I am trying out a Southwestern Pork Soup tonight with soem Corn Salad....

I cant wait.

Here's a CSI Story Idea for you

'Hi, I'm here to see Mr Gil Grissom', said the long hair brunette standing nervously at the reception.

The receptionist buzzed for Grissom and ushered to her to the waiting area.

'Do I know you?' Grissom walked into the room without the lady's notice. She had been staring blankly into space. Her fingers dug into her legs as she turned to face her saviour.

'Take me in. I am going to kill my mother', she said as tears welled up her eyes

Grissom brings her into the interrogation room and signalled Capt Brass to come in as well. He was puzzled by the lady's own accusation against herself. Going to kill, means it hasn't happened yet, means no crime has been committed. What is she talking about.

Looking through the 1 way mirror. Grissom relayed to Brass what had happened.

'I am a Crime Scene Investigator, but in this case, there is no Crime Scene for me to Investigate'

WHO ARE YOU...WHO, WHO. WHO, WHO....plays CSI Song

Xiaohei is 30 years old.

Need I say more?

I made him a chocolate tart (failed) and chicken pot pie for his special birthday dinner. We had the Gohs down for dinner and Xin Sui made my favourite rosti.

It was a simple night, but i hope it was special for him

Happy Birthday my 30 year old husband.