Time waits for no one...

I have been really thinking about life lately- how quickly it really goes by. Having Sofia has made me really realize why it's important to have children, earlier IS better, though I guess there needs to be some balance. I realize that when she's 10 i'll be 41. When she's 20 I'll be 51... that's not really young anymore. I suppose my mom was the same way... the time really will fly. I am a bit saddened by it, but I guess I cannot worry about being sad and appreciate everyday- to be grateful and joyful and thankful for everything that I have in my life. A beautiful family- husband, daughter, parents, sisters, in laws, extended family... all is what life really is about. Not things, not material. Material helps our lives live more comfortably, but when it comes down to it, happiness is not measured by things but by the memories we share with our loved ones.

I am thankful for all the happiness in my life right now and what's to come.

it brings tears to my eyes just thinking about it (yes maybe the hormones too haha); but really, there isn't anything better than right now.

love,

mommy

2 weeks old!

Happy 2 Weeks old Sofia!

Yes, i'll say it again, the time passes so quickly. Mommy is absolutely still amazed by you and will continue to be as i get to watch you grow into a beautiful person. :)

Today we went to Dr. Lee because your cord stump finally started to come off... and we were worried about the bleeding. Grandma Tsang got mad at the pui yuet b/c she said she was too rough... and I should've done it myself, but either way... even the dr said it took awhile, but i don't mind. it seems that you like to take your time. :) just remember, there is a time and place for everything. This case, you're okay.. since you were 10 days late anyhow. :) But the dr took your cord stump off and of course, mommy being sentimental saved it. You are totally now your own little girl... no more mommy attached to you. *sigh* But mommy will always be a part of you, inside. At least the dr said nothing to be worried about and that you should be healthy- unless the belly button doesn't dry up and stays wet-- then we have to go back in a week. So i hope it cleans up okay.

Dr. Lee also said you're strong :) you got weighed today and are over 4kg! that's great, since when we left the hospital on 11/27 you were only 3.29kg. So you've definitely gained back your weight and some! You were quite fussy last night, i'm thinking because of your belly button... supposedly you will be drinking more milk now, so hopefully mommy will continue to have enough for you. No formula if not necessary! (which i am thinking won't be necessary anyhow).

You are a funny little girl... crying in the waiting room- we had to wait over 1/2 hr, but i think because you were hungry. :( then as soon as we got into the dr's office you were quiet and good, observing and taking in everything. :p as long as you're healthy! that's what matters most.

As we were waiting for the car, we saw uncle Daryl and another aunty- grandma Wong's friend. Funny.

We had a rough night last night, but hopefully tonight will be better... and you can sleep and eat more.

We love you little girl... happy 2 weeks! (only one more week till grandma tsang comes to meet you!!)

mommy & daddy.