Halloween Costumes 2014

This is the first time we are making a costume for Lucas & taking him trick-or-treating (candy collecting) at Straits Quay. 2 years back, he was dressed as a tiger.

So this year, we decided to make him a costume. *in a very last min manner*

We wanted it to be simple so we chose his favourite bus character... Tayo. Daddy sprayed painted a cardboard box. For the headlights, eyes and mouth, we printed it on sticker paper, cut it out and then just adhere it on the cardboard box. Black sugar paper is used as windows and finally, used circle cutter to cut on black and white card stock to make the wheels. Punch some holes and tied a ribbon so we can hang them over Lucas.

But, as expected, during the event, Lucas was cranky even though he manage to get some sleep abit before the event. He just wouldn't want to wear it. Also the crowd was massive.  So much larger than we expected. We saw a lot of superheros & princess elsa :) Seeing the crowd grab sweets like "piranhas" at each stop actually scared me. I think Lucas was shocked too. As the crowd moved on to higher floors, suddenly Lucas asked to wear his costumes. 

We quickly grabbed the camera and took some pics with him and his costume. He started smiling again. Fuh!

The next day, we brought the costume over to my cousin's place and he wore it again for a bit... :) and finally, aunt Sha gets to take pic with him.

Picture Book - We're going on a bear hunt

Yesterday, Lucas and I had so much fun during our bear hunt. We walked through tall grass, we walked through a river, snow storm, mud & even through a thick forest... and then we ran away from the big big bear! It was so much fun playing with imagination... Yes, we literally ran around the room, tip toe into the cave (our wardrobe) while the YouTube video was playing... It was a picture book from a classic children's picture book by Michael Rosen & Helen Oxenbury. Check it out from the link below...

A Visit to the Saanen Dairy Goat Farm

This weekend, the Yeaps, the Kams & the Lims, planned a family outing to the Saanen Dairy Goat Farm, Penang. The farm is open everyday from 10am-5pm. Admission is FREE.
The Farm provided us with grass to feed the goats, so, No, we don't have to bring our own grass. *in case you are wondering*

Lucas was really excited to visit the farm, in the morning, he waved his grandpa good bye and we made our journey to Balik Pulau. On the way there, hubby's remarks was, I used to see goats running around our kampung, now lucas have to go to a farm to see goats...! Hahaha. Quite true actually :P Soon, kids will only learn about animals from Farms or Zoos.

We arrived around 10.15am, the weather was a bit cloudy but it was a good day.

"This way to the goats!" 

They have a place where the grasses are, with the sign that says, Please take one. 

Well, first impression of the farm is, it isn't as BIG as I have imagined... Maybe, my idea of farm was more of a free range kinda farm, like those in Australia! :D but although it has a strong goat poo stench, it is in my opinion still a very clean place to bring the kids to.

Making our way up the stable.(is that what you call it?)

Second impression of the farm, adult goats are really greedy! They grab your grass at any chance they have, and they are pretty strong too. It is advisable to have adults to help the kids during feeding session as the goats tend to pull quite hard and kids might fall or get hurt.

The goat kids are more popular among the children because they are gentler and less aggressive.

Why Hello there!

Daddy and Lucas giving their share of grass to the goat kids... :)

Mummies, Shu-Yin & Cindy

Shern showing me his grass.

After visiting the large stable we head out, where there's a smaller stable.

Abby finally braving herself to feed the goats.

Lucas attempting to feed the goats.

Kids love the rabbits! 

After having fun feeding the goats, there's a place where goat milk products are sold. 

Daddy Kam bought us some Pau. They are served hot & quite tasty!

Lastly, a group photo!

Saanen Dairy Goat Farm
298 MK 1 , Sungai Pinang , 11010 Balik Pulau, Pulau Pinang, Balik Pulau
Tel : 0195163017
Opening Hours : 10am - 5pm daily
Admission : FREE

Kids Day Out : Penang Butterfly Farm

This weekend we decided to bring the kids to Penang Butterfly Farm. Yup Kids... Lucas and Company (the Kam sisters, Abigail & Annabelle) :)

We had breakfast together at McDonalds before heading off our lil group trip to the Butterfly Farm.
The farm is open all year round (including on public holidays), that means, their operation hours are from
                 Monday to Sunday
                 9am - 6pm (Last entry 5pm)

Entrance fees are
Adult                 : RM27
Kids (4 - 12yo)  : RM15

If you are a MyKad Holder, fees are as follow :
Adult                  : RM18
Kids (4 -12yo)   : RM10

Upon entering to the farm, it felt like we were at tinkerbell's fairyland. There were hundreds on butterflies roaming freely and gliding gracefully everywhere. Well, a huge butterfly landed on Lucas and he literally screamed his heart out! We had to carry him around then on... @.@

Walking around the farm during mid day maybe quite a sweaty affair... it's so hot, we were practically soaking in sweat. Luckily, there was a mini theatre showing a movie on insects and it's air conditioned. 

After cooling down, we walk around. The kids were fascinated with the insects displayed... 

I thought our pictures were advertorial worthy, don't you think? LOL >.<

Eek, there were lizards too.

We ended the trip with a sweet treat for the kids. They sure had fun.