I thought since I have about 2 weeks of leave till I start my new job, I would have time lots of free time to blog and really bum about.
Well, that's not really the case. God kept me grounded by giving me a lot of tasks to do these 2 weeks.
On top of taking care of both kids, I was quite busy getting prepared for Hari Raya. I had to get new clothes and shoes for the family, and other necessities, such as new $ notes for the green packets and cakes and kueh. Cleaning the house when you have 4 children (including my niece & nephew) is an uphill task. After you thought the kitchen is spotless, the kids come in and spill soda or play with breadcrumbs all over the floor :(
I also had to settle my maid's passport renewal and work permit renewal. I had to make trips to the Indonesian embassy, Ministry of Manpower, the maid agency and even the lawyer's office to sign a letter of agreement/employment. All this with Kyra in tow.
But I have to admit I really enjoyed myself. Sleeping late at night is a godsend..on work nights, I sleep as early as 9pm! For these 2 weeks, I slept at about 2am and wake up at 8am. I thoroughly enjoy waking up with the kids and waiting for hubby to come home and we would go out for dinner and ice-cream. When I was working, I was usually too shagged after work to go out anywhere.
I also had a chance to catch up with many friends, and family as well, which I am so grateful for.
I am so NOT looking forward to working again! But that's life, double income is just so necessary in today's world. These 2 weeks have been just lovely, but I have to get myself back down to reality and start earning money again.
As Ramadhan comes to an end, and with Syawal coinciding with the start of my new journey in work, I do hope that everything will go off well and great.
To all my muslim friends, Selamat Hari Raya, Maaf Zahir & Batin.
Do come over my house, ok?
We look forward to seeing you!
