Snow Storm 2010

We dodged the first one but couldn't escape the second blast. A classic Nor'Easter battered our area three days ago. Public schools, offices and businesses were closed due to blizzard like conditions. Below are a few pictures surrounding our house during the 12 inch snow fall.

Tree outside our front window

Neighbor's house from our kitchen window

Our motion sensor lights covered in snow & icicles hanging on the roof gutter

Highlights: Kids didn't have to go to school for 2 days :) Sledding time!
Lowlights: Groundhog predicted another 6 weeks of winter :(

One Month Old

We cannot believe how time really flies. Brandon is one month old today. It was like yesterday that he was born into the world. His appetite has increased and is doing exceptionally well after a bout of RSV which kept us sleepless and worried for many nights. After spending the night in the hospital, he was discharged with no medication. Since he is so small, he couldn't respond to any antibiotics or the nebulizer. Poor Brandon was kept in an oxygen tent to monitor his oxygen level. Everything was within range. Thank goodness!

What's up people?!

Serious pose....! Don't play play (Singlish joke)

Brandon - Ten days old

This has been our new routine. Changing diapers, feeding, and entertaining boss Brandon. The three of us (mom, dad and grandma) have been transformed into either panda bears or raccoons. Thanks to BOSS Brandon's wee hours demand.

New tools in the kitchen

Burrito wrap/swaddle (I am warm and comfy)

Dr. Evil's Impersonation - note the pinky :)

Smile for Daddy

Grandma and Brandon posing for the camera. Say cheese........!

Update for Brandon and Serene

Both baby and mommy are doing fine. Please enjoy viewing pictures of Brandon from the past two days.

One day old (I am sleeping)

Two days old (I am groggy leave me alone)

What's up Grandma!

Daddy are you feeding me soon?

Greatest Christmas Present- New Arrival

We joyously introduce our baby boy
Brandon Soon-Chern Yong
Born on December 25, 2009 at 10.34am
6 pounds, 3 ounces and 19.5 inches long

Mom and daddy are is doing very well . Thank you for your well wishes and prayers.

With love
Adrian & Serene

Resting after coming out

Feeding time (I am hungry)

Sleeping Time

Daddy Time

Summer 2009 - Newport, R.I.


A girlfriend in college once shared with me her Aunt's favorite saying: "Girl on a mission, finds a man with a mansion." When we visited Newport, R.I. in July, this phrase kept playing in my head along with "over-the-top" as we walked through the ginormous rooms that the Vanderbilts, the Berwinds and the likes once spent their summers many, many years ago. It was really mind blowing to see the facilities and amenities these mansions had to offer for a 6-9 week escapade each year.

It's easy to suffer mansion overload, so we had to choose wisely which ones we thought were worth visiting. We ended up in these super abodes.


Breakers



The Elms



Marble House



Rosecliff

Rosecliff is probably my favorite house mansion. It's not too cluttered and decorated with gilded trimmings - less is indeed more.


Cliffwalk

After experiencing a misty and dreary day before, we were very fortunate to enjoy a beautiful, sunny Sunday. It was just perfect for a walk by the cliffs. Definitely not to be missed if one were to visit Newport.

What a glorious day :) Blue skies and all...

Even "Marley" here agrees :)


Bowen's Wharf

Hats anyone? It's truly a summer staple...

What about some singing? Happy Birthday America!!!

Or, some R & R on board a yacht

We also came to a seaside town to enjoy... what else - SEAFOOD, of course! We tried two places near Bowen's Wharf - The Black Pearl and Barking Crab, over the 2 days.


The Black Pearl

Black Pearl patrons enjoying good food and summer sunshine

Our lunch, yum!


Barking Crab
Love the sign

Complete with instructions for the first-timers (it's unkind to write dummies)

Our appetizer - Stuffies

New England Clambake


Burp!!! I'm full and time to sign-off...till our next adventure.