As the kids grow older, I’m increasingly convinced that having them so close together was the best thing we’ve done. Especially when they seem to have really hit it off as siblings.
I’m even starting to forget how tough things were during the first year after Kirsten was born. Those wonderful days when they used to scream for hours in perfect unison as I struggled to carry, feed and pat both babies at once. Fun times.
Then one day they grew up and became friends – friends who had fun together. They would snuggle in bed talking and laughing every morning. They figured out how to deal with each other’s quirks and foul moods. They learnt to play together, dance together, do somersaults together and get into trouble together.
Sometimes I just sit and listen to their conversations because watching them enjoy each other’s company is priceless. Also because it’s important to keep tabs on the harebrained schemes they come up with.
Kirsten: OUCH! Kor kor, you pushed me?
Tru: No, I didn’t push you. I’m trying to hug you.
Kirsten: You hug me?
Tru: Yes, because I love you so much! *pats her head*
***
After almost 2 hours of unsuccessfully putting them to bed, we left the room and held the door shut.
Kirsten: Can you open the door for me?
Tru: I can’t, it’s stuck.
Kirsten: Help, the door stuck it.
Tru: Ok I know, we use the sword to open.
Kirsten: The sword cannot open. We need the chair.
Tru: Oh, ok. Let’s snuggle, later daddy will open.
***
Kirsten is dozing off in the car and Tru is intent on keeping her awake.
Tru: MEI MEI WAKE UP!
Kirsten: *opens her eyes slightly* What?
Tru: MEI MEI WAKE UP!!!
Kirsten: *opens her eyes slightly* What?
Tru: MEI MEI WAKE UP WAKE UP!!!
Kirsten: *mumbles* I’m trying to sleep, don’t disturb me.
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So cute!!
My #1 tries to keep #2 up in the car too! and when she fails, she ropes me in by asking me to turn the radio up “louder! louder! louder!”
Hahahah! It’s just hilarious to see kids struggling to stay awake, their eyes roll back and all super cute!
Oh gosh so cute!
Makes me wanna go give birth now!
Kidding! Haha. I’ll wait for your 3rd one first.
Hey babe I’m way ahead of you, so you go first, rayant’s would be two plus if you start now, just the right age!
Looks like it’s time you plan for number 3, because 1) they both can be efficient little helpers with no. 3 and dote him/her lots; 2) you gonna miss this awesomely cute phase and number 3 will help bridge it!
Get started!
Thing is, if I have no.3 I will have to have no.4 a year after and I’m not sure I’m mentally ready for that! Life is too good now to change the rhythm, I’m sure you know what I mean.
Aiyo so cute
Daphne,
I agree. Daughter was 7 mths when we arrive Shanghai. It was the thick of the milk scandal and I was hating every minute here. One month later, I was pregnant in this foreign land. You forget those tough days when you see the kids playing together now.
What is the age difference between your kids?
Eve
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13 months!
Hahahaha cannot wait for the time you have more kids and these two will plot to bully the younger ones. If you have another two, at least they can tag team and get bullied together
Awww, so sweet and cute! I think Tru will grow up to be a romantic boy – his closing comments are oh-super-sweet!!!!
heh, yes he has become the snuggly kissy huggy sort. which i absolutely am enjoying, before this phase passes!
Hey Daphne,
I popped by your blog from “A Dollop of me” and thought that you looked very familiar! Were you from NTU, mass communication or something like that? Cos if you are, I think we used to be ex-hallmates from hall 15?
So nice to see that you have 2 kids now! I’m preggy myself and am expecting my first in end-August!!!!
Pris, sorry to miss your comment! YES I WAS FORMERLY FROM THE LAND OF MORDOR known as Hall 15. Was rescued by the hubby to Hall 3 on the pretense of (still) being a good b-ball player though. Haha.
Congrats on the baby! I will add you to my blogroll. Share pictures when baby arrives k?
Oh yay! Sooo nice to connect with old friends!!!! Wahah, LAND OF MORDOR. Hahaha. I love how you have a way with words! :-)
Yeah! Sure thing! I’ve been sharing photos of my preggy self and ultrasounds! Can’t wait to see baby myself, another 8 more weeks to go!
Oops sorry, realized I typed my blog address wrongly.
Too cute. Can’t wait for meimei to play with nat too. As it is, meimei is completely adoring of Nat!
Till they scheme against us the parents, that is…Haha
I have 2 kids too…the age gap is small as well.
I can see them hit off as siblings, sharing, caring for one another.
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Sweet! Nice shot too! May i know the location of the place?
It’s heartwarming to witness the beautiful bond your children share. The way they navigate through challenges together and show affection is truly precious. Cherish these moments and enjoy the unique adventures they embark on as siblings.
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