Cranky Domestic Goddess

James is a medium-sized engine in Tidmouth Shed on the Island of Sodor. His six driving wheels are not as big as Gordon’s and not as small as Thomas’. He has a fine scarlet coat and brass dome and likes to think of himself as a Really Splendid Engine. This can occasionally lead to high-falutin’ ideas about the sort of work suitable for such a noble creature : invariably they land James into trouble.

One of my successful shots using Aperture Priority on my EOS. Absolutely heart it. The background is blurred and James standing out neatly!

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Nasi lemak

I want nasi lemak … miss the sambal ikan bilis, rendang ayam, sotong and fried anchovies and peanuts.

*drooling*

Our yard.

Looks much better now that summer is over *wtf*

Yay, tonight I had a short chat with hubby - about the goodness of a Nikon DSLR over Canon DSLR.

Me: Hun, I need a new DSLR for better pix taking this Christmas

Hubby: But I thought you already have a EOS?

Me: Yeah, but Nikon take better pix … better STILL pix - since I’m not on the move so much, I think Nikon does me good

Hubby: BUT WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO WITH 2 DSLR?

Me: Well, I can give my EOS to you? *sheepish grin*

Hubby: What the heck do I need an EOS when I already have an EOS?

Me: Well, your EOS is old. OLD OLD model. My EOS is new and comes with extra lenses. Besides, I have all the necessary acessories for it. So, it’s a good offer … OR I can keep that as well.

Hubby pondered a while - thinking of what to tell me next …

Me (trying hard to push the EOS): Think! When you go for your business trips, you have a “canggih” camera to snap up all the cool places and architectures! Besides, it’s small and light. Unlike your OLD EOS! (yep … each time I spoke I had to STRESS on the word “OLD” I believe that pissed him off ) *haha*

Hubby: OK! Whatever lah (yeah he is very Malaysian - he knows very well when to use the “lah” and other very bombarstic swearing words) Go get it … but wait … I thought you said it’s a Christmas present? So why buy now?

Me: I can remove the camera and start practising now so by Christmas I can take very beautiful winter and family X’mas portraits

Hubby: It’s a Christmas present so I am ONLY going to get it during Christmas

Me: But I can always do with one now *lowered my voice* We can keep the box and wrap up the empty box or you can get me an external flash so I can put it inside the box and wrap it up - so at least on Christmas I still get a little pressie …

Hubby: OK WHATEVER … GO AND BUY!

Mission accomplished.

Spoke to my gynae yesterday. Was given 2 options for contraception. I’m not sure which is best but I guess I will try both. But one at a time. The first, I’ll try for 3 months and the other after. But if I decide to stick to the first one, I’ll forego the latter.

It’s essential to discuss with your gynae about the different contraceptive options you could take. If you do not wish to try any at all, the ONE AND ONLY option, though not yours, would be condoms. wtf. Especially for those who have had ceasarean birth, it’s really not wise to have accidental conception.

It’s just so weird that I’m feeling so comfy talking about the different opts with my gynae. I remember I wouldn’t even hint to my gynae when i had my first boy. I’m so proud of myself *haha*

Wondering when is the best time to plan for the 3rd one … *hubby biting nails*

Multitasking in fact. Drinking and pooing simultaneously.

Gonna go to the baby’s clinic to take his measurements! Yay! I hope to see some good progress.

Gawd this is funny … he’s so adorable not to be loved.

Love the last part!

It’s 12.05am now. Spookkkyyyyy … and it’s not even Halloween yet …

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — Royal Philips Electronics has introduced a new foreplay product for couples, the first in what the company says will be a lucrative line of sex toys.

The product, the “Intimate Massager”, will first be sold in British stores including the pharmacy chain Boots, as well as through the Amazon.co.uk web site.

Philips is known better as the world’s largest lighting manufacturer and a major player in flat screens, ultrasound machines, and electric shavers.

The company says it believes the European market for sex toys is €280 million ($390 million) per year and growing rapidly.

The “Intimate Massager” resembles a vibrator but is oblong and crafted to fit easily in the palm of a hand.

Philips said Thursday the product will be sold throughout Europe next year.

Source: CNN

Wow!