Updates (Page 13)

I’ve been trying to cut back on sweets and bad carbs recently. I’m at the stage in my pregnancy where I am at risk of getting gestational diabetes if I don’t watch my diet. It’s been pretty hard resisting all the chocolate and sweet cravings I’ve been having but I think I’m doing a fairly good job. Anyway, I was in Shinjuku earlier today to buy a few things at Tokyu Hands. As I headed towards the subway station, I passed by the Krispy Kremes and notice the really short line….and I decided I should go and buy some donuts. It was not bad waitingRead More →

So, we went in today to get a 3D/4D ultrasound. It’s totally optional and for an additional fee but it was definitely worth it. Being able to see our baby hiccup, yawn and suck its thumb…it’s just so cute and so amazing! We even got a video of the entire session (minus the hiccups since that happened before the technician began recording). Anyway, here are the pictures of the baby that we got… The yawning photo is my favorite one. Totally reminds me of Jason since he tends to yawn a lot too. I think the baby yawned at least 3 times during the ultrasound.Read More →

Last weekend was a long weekend so Jason and I decided to join the Tokyo Mother’s Group on one of their autumn outings. They were planning on going to Takao-san, a popular spot for many Tokyoites since it’s a sacred mountain with incredible views of the changing leaves. Of course that was also our biggest problem…..the hordes and hordes of people going there made it very difficult to enjoy nature. We ended up going off on our own to try to climb the mountain. After attempting Fuji last time, I don’t know what made me think that this one would be easier….especially since I’m practicallyRead More →

Almost forgot that it’s Thanksgiving back at home (especially since we don’t celebrate it in Japan). I’ve got some pictures of our recent autumn outing that I should put up but I’ve been preoccupied with the design of hamster-central.com (hehe). Also found a great place for Chinese food just around the corner from us that I want to review too. Maybe once I’m done with class and have more time to goof off, I’ll catch up on stuff. Till then, have a safe and happy Thanksgiving day (with your turkey dinners and all that good stuff!)Read More →

My tummy is getting rounder and it’s also getting a bit harder to bend over and reach my feet (both sitting and standing). It’s also pretty much impossible to button my jacket all the way down especially when it’s getting colder here. Upside to all this is that I can feel the baby kicking everyday and I like to rub my tummy. It’s funny how a lot of people get excited about my baby bump too, both at work and at school. I am quite enjoying the pregnancy right now. Other than the slight difficulty in movement and difficulty in finding a comfortable position toRead More →

This year, Jason and I had to go and buy something cake-like and turn it into a hamster-like cake. If only our microwave/oven arrived today instead of tomorrow, then I would’ve baked something but I guess it couldn’t be helped. Anyway, we didn’t do too bad… The hamster cake itself is a pound cake that was carved to look like a hamster. The green thing next to it is suppose to be a block of grass. In actuality it’s an apple pie with hand-whipped cream (with green food coloring) all over it. Yes, it sounds disgusting but it’s not too bad. The kids really likedRead More →

Man, how in the world did we ever live before the internet? One week without it and I swear I was going to go crazy….. As for the move, well, we’re starting to settle into the new place….though it’s still a mess but it’s getting there.Read More →