... so good to have some quality family time

the whole family took off to Club Bintan for a 4 day, 3 night stay (24th - 27th July). Actually Jon had to come one day later as he had a Law Society dinner on Friday. It was a good long weekend of buffet (definitely put on a few kg) and lots of exercise. We played badminton (won that with Ken), tennis (the boys played more and I discovered that I can't hit the forehand anymore), archery (lots of that) and mahjong (late into the nights). But overall, it was a great bonding time as it is probably the last break before Kenneth leaves for US.

.. so good to remember grandma

After lunch, the boys and I visited mother at Orange Valley. She would have been thrilled to see Jon wearing his 'square' cap. And I am sure she would have enjoyed wearing the cap too. Kenneth went along to say good bye in case he does not have a chance to do so before leaving for US. I am sure if mum is even barely aware of things, the visit would have warmed her heart.

...so good to witness Jonathan's commencement

Today Connie and I attended Jon's commencement at NUS. It was a rather formal affair with a Judge giving the key note. Seeing all of them so grown up in the gowns and mortar hats was quite a sight.

Jon, we are so proud of you!

... so good to shop for birthday presents

Connie's birthday is tomorrow but last weekend, the Ken, Connie and I went to Funan to do some 'birthday' shopping.The boys bought her the Sennheiser Skype headset and I bought her the Acer Aspire One (mini notebook). Now she can carry the notebook in her handbag everywhere and video chat with Kenneth when he does to Yale in US.