I am always amazed with Casey's vocabulary. Although she can't explain the meaning of words, she often uses them in the right context. She loves reading different types of books and recognises quite a lot of words.
There was a bottle of Lucozade in the kitchen and she never came across it before. She asked me what that was and I told her. Then she pointed a word on the bottle and said "original". She was absolutely right. It was an original flavour of Lucozade. Mummy then asked her where she picked up the word from. Sadly, she couldn't tell me. However, mummy was still very impressed with her performance.
Monday, 16 November 2009
Thursday, 12 November 2009
Mama's Birthday
08/11/09
We got a phone call from mama this morning. She and grandad just got back from HK. As soon as Casey had said hello to mama, she started singing "祝你生日快樂" to her. Her birthday was actually on the next day. We had been practising this little celebration song for a few days just to impress mama with Casey's new found chinese words. Despite it was sung one day too early, mama was happy to hear from Casey again.
We got a phone call from mama this morning. She and grandad just got back from HK. As soon as Casey had said hello to mama, she started singing "祝你生日快樂" to her. Her birthday was actually on the next day. We had been practising this little celebration song for a few days just to impress mama with Casey's new found chinese words. Despite it was sung one day too early, mama was happy to hear from Casey again.
Sunday, 1 November 2009
Beginning of the half term
26/10/09
Leah Estava's Birthday Party
Leah Estava's Birthday Party
It was Leah's 4th birthday today. All the children were dressed as pirates and fairies. Casey particularly liked her outfit as there came a pair of wings as well. She was also given a wand at the party and later started performing magic..... abracadabra.
27/10/09
The trip to London
We took Casey to London to meet up with Berta, David, baby Samuel, Wendy, Roger and Jessica. She was really excited as she had the chance to travel on the train again. For it was nearly two years ago since our last visit to the capital.
There were a lot of announcements at the stations and she kept repeating after them by starting with "Ladies and Gentlemen"... and of course "Mind the gap". It was funny to hear her saying it all the time. She admired London very much and kept telling us that we should come back soon. I supposed she was attracted to the busy life and the buzzing atmosphere in the capital.
We also managed to find some time to visit Regent's Park and my aunt in China Town.
28/10/09
Ten Pin Bowling
Mummy and daddy took Casey bowling today. Casey had played before but it was a long long time ago. She did quite well with the barricades up and managed to beat mummy.
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Parents' Evening
22/10/09
We had our first parents' evening with Mrs Werrett today. All in all it went quite well. Casey seemed to be enjoying and doing quite well at school. In some areas such as recognising words and numbers she actually out shone her peers.
On the down side, she sometimes didn't like to share objects/toys with the other children. We had encountered that before at home when Jessica came to visit us. No matter what we said or reassured her, she was very reluctant to let go of her own possessions even momentarily. Is this a common thing amongst a lone child of a family? Both the teacher and I hoped that as times goes on, Casey will only become a better sharer.
She also seemed to have a problem with closed door of the room where she was staying. As French classes were held in a different but smaller room she would refuse to go to the class as Monsieur Dominique would have to close the door. However once she was inside, she seemed to be okay.
We had our first parents' evening with Mrs Werrett today. All in all it went quite well. Casey seemed to be enjoying and doing quite well at school. In some areas such as recognising words and numbers she actually out shone her peers.
On the down side, she sometimes didn't like to share objects/toys with the other children. We had encountered that before at home when Jessica came to visit us. No matter what we said or reassured her, she was very reluctant to let go of her own possessions even momentarily. Is this a common thing amongst a lone child of a family? Both the teacher and I hoped that as times goes on, Casey will only become a better sharer.
She also seemed to have a problem with closed door of the room where she was staying. As French classes were held in a different but smaller room she would refuse to go to the class as Monsieur Dominique would have to close the door. However once she was inside, she seemed to be okay.
Friday, 16 October 2009
Friday 16/10/09
Today during bathtime, Casey said "I will always love you mummy". Mummy was really glad to hear it. We hugged and kissed a few times to seal our love. A few hours later in the evening, Casey was dropped to to grandparents'. When she saw grandma, she suddenly said "I don't love you mummy , I love ma ma. Mummy's heart was shattered ....... lots of tears came flooding out (not).
Later on, Casey told Grandpa that she wanted him to buy her a car with......wait for it........Casey on the front and Casey on the back. Looks like she knows about personal number plates already.
Sunday 4/10/09
Had a few rare minutes to quickly snap some photos in the morning before going to Hockley woods. I managed to get a few of the biggest superstar in our household.
We went to Hockley Woods to enjoy some autumn scenery. We had a good time walking through the woods and playing hide-and-seek. We found some "magic" mushrooms and Casey was excited to see them. She thought we could pick them and use the fungi in our cooking. Not too sure about this one. Not an expert on fungi at all.
Later on, we went to the attached playground of the woods. Casey couldn't stop laughing whilst riding the see-saw. She could have gone on forever on it had we not all felt hungry.
Friday, 9 October 2009
Dreading of the jabs
07/10/09 
Had an appointment for Casey's innoculations last Monday. Unfortunately because of her cold it had to be cancelled. Daddy had a lucky escape. Then it was re-scheduled for today. Mummy was dreading about it as she knew that it should be more than just one jab.
Funny enough. It turned out to be very easy. Nurse Jackie first explained to Casey reasons for the jabs and it would be just a pinch on each upper arm. Casey took it really well and did't even moan/cry at all. Mummy was so proud of her little girl. Even nurse Jackie said that she was the bravest girl she had ever met. Casey was rewarded with a packet of her favourit sweets and a sticker. Life is sometimes not so difficult ......
Had an appointment for Casey's innoculations last Monday. Unfortunately because of her cold it had to be cancelled. Daddy had a lucky escape. Then it was re-scheduled for today. Mummy was dreading about it as she knew that it should be more than just one jab.
Funny enough. It turned out to be very easy. Nurse Jackie first explained to Casey reasons for the jabs and it would be just a pinch on each upper arm. Casey took it really well and did't even moan/cry at all. Mummy was so proud of her little girl. Even nurse Jackie said that she was the bravest girl she had ever met. Casey was rewarded with a packet of her favourit sweets and a sticker. Life is sometimes not so difficult ......
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
Friday 18/9/09
Casey said today that she loves ma ma and wants to go to her house. Ah, how sweet.
Sun 20/9/09
We all had a wonderful time at Wat Tyler Country Park. Daddy,Casey and even mummy enjoyed playing with all the outdoor activity equipment. We also found the sonic marshmallows, where you can talk from one end of the lake and hear what was said on the other side. Casey even found time to have an ice-cream. All in all, a major success.
Wed 23/9/09
When mummy picked up Casey in the afternoon our little one had a chocolate in her hand. Upon mummy asking where she got it from, Casey replied that it was from Ali-abas and that she loved him. Our daughter is easily bought, just one chocolate is enough to steal her heart.
Tues 29/9/09
It was St. Michael's day today. The school had a procession of the pupils led by Mr Tompkins the headteacher. Casey and her classmates being in nursery were deemed too young to join in the procession, so they lined either side of the main pathway which leads from the pavement to the main door. Casey was very excited and enjoyed herself very much. Later on there was a party to celebrate this big day. Casey was in charge of supplying the mini breadsticks for everyone.
On leaving school, we bumped into Matthew and his mum, He is one of Casey's classmates. Whilst walking, Casey told daddy that she loves Matthew. Our daughter seems to be getting a lot of boyfriends already.
Casey and daddy visit daddy's old work place. We see Uncle Yogi, Uncle G, Auntie Pat, Auntie Shirley and Auntie Hannah. When we got there everybody said how nice Casey looked in her new uniform. But Uncle G had more important things to do, such as give Casey a doughnut, not any doughnut, but one with chocolate and lots and lots of hundreds and thousands on it. The doughnut was from Auntie Monal because it was her birthday. After daddy finished off the doughnut because Casey didn't want any more, we quickly visited the Dr's surgery to say a quick hello. Later on, we dropped into see Bhanu and Auntie Monal. Auntie Monal gave Casey a big hug and Casey said Happy Birthday to her. Whilst we were there, Casey also asked her for some Galaxy chocolate. This was because a long while ago Casey remembered Auntie Monal giving her a Galaxy chocolate. Well Casey didn't get a galaxy, but she did leave with a big tin of celebrations.
Casey said today that she loves ma ma and wants to go to her house. Ah, how sweet.
Sun 20/9/09
We all had a wonderful time at Wat Tyler Country Park. Daddy,Casey and even mummy enjoyed playing with all the outdoor activity equipment. We also found the sonic marshmallows, where you can talk from one end of the lake and hear what was said on the other side. Casey even found time to have an ice-cream. All in all, a major success.
Wed 23/9/09
When mummy picked up Casey in the afternoon our little one had a chocolate in her hand. Upon mummy asking where she got it from, Casey replied that it was from Ali-abas and that she loved him. Our daughter is easily bought, just one chocolate is enough to steal her heart.
Tues 29/9/09
It was St. Michael's day today. The school had a procession of the pupils led by Mr Tompkins the headteacher. Casey and her classmates being in nursery were deemed too young to join in the procession, so they lined either side of the main pathway which leads from the pavement to the main door. Casey was very excited and enjoyed herself very much. Later on there was a party to celebrate this big day. Casey was in charge of supplying the mini breadsticks for everyone.
On leaving school, we bumped into Matthew and his mum, He is one of Casey's classmates. Whilst walking, Casey told daddy that she loves Matthew. Our daughter seems to be getting a lot of boyfriends already.
Casey and daddy visit daddy's old work place. We see Uncle Yogi, Uncle G, Auntie Pat, Auntie Shirley and Auntie Hannah. When we got there everybody said how nice Casey looked in her new uniform. But Uncle G had more important things to do, such as give Casey a doughnut, not any doughnut, but one with chocolate and lots and lots of hundreds and thousands on it. The doughnut was from Auntie Monal because it was her birthday. After daddy finished off the doughnut because Casey didn't want any more, we quickly visited the Dr's surgery to say a quick hello. Later on, we dropped into see Bhanu and Auntie Monal. Auntie Monal gave Casey a big hug and Casey said Happy Birthday to her. Whilst we were there, Casey also asked her for some Galaxy chocolate. This was because a long while ago Casey remembered Auntie Monal giving her a Galaxy chocolate. Well Casey didn't get a galaxy, but she did leave with a big tin of celebrations.
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