So baby, for a while now my OB has been telling me that I may be delivering you via C-section because my little Gab prefers to sit on her little hinny all the time. This means that the nice doctor is going to make a small insicion on Mommy's tummy and take you out from there, much similar to what they did to the big bad wolf to take little red riding hood out safely. Actually, Daddy has even consulted Feng Shui experts in Shanghai to determine the luckiest date and time for us to finally welcome you. March 31, 9 a.m. would have been the big day, baby. However, during my last visit to the doctor, March 12, she takes a very brief peek at you via her magic wand and you gave us all a very shocking surprise! Why my little Gab has performed a perfect summersault and has finally decided to settle head-down. I didn't know exactly how to feel in all honesty, as Mommy has already set her mind into undergoing the operation. We had it all planned. Even Daddy has been mentally preparing himself for the gory scene he would be witnessing firsthand as he holds my hand during the entire procedure, promising to only take clips and photos of you and not of the "carnage" that would be taking place behind the green curtains. Now that we're back to normal, I am forced to face a whole lot of new fears and unknowns that I have said goodbye to not so long ago. My blood began to drain from my head down to my feet!
Early Gift-givers
Whenever Daddy and I pass by a baby shop, Daddy obsesses over each brand's car seat and stroller. He doesn't care for clothes or baby bottles. He o
nly has eyes for three things: crib, car seat and stroller. Trust that Daddy has done a thorough research of the pros and cons of each brand, and of each model. I think he did pretty well. Only the best for his little Gab. Shocks for a baby stroller??? Well to Daddy all those extras count for something, no matter the price.
Lola Coring was likewise obsessed over this rocker ever since she first saw it. Compared to the abaca "duyan" that your cousins used back in their days....I believe, this is a vast improvement, plus the fact that it is pink!
I know it's not much but Mommy had to keep her hands busy or else she'd go insane doing nothing. I promise to improve on it some other time. Besides your cousin Annie did promise she'll paint you a cute mural for your room...I just don't know when she'll ever find the time. I do hope you'll like it, even just a little....please?
Any excuse to buy one of his gadgets, Daddy will surely take advantage of. I kept on telling him we can use the video cam Mommy borrowed from your Ninang Rica, still Daddy bought this behind my back! Daddy, say goodbye to your air conditioner!
Daddy's colleague in China, Candy, gave you this jewelry set in keeping with the Chinese tradition where grandparents give their grandchildren this set of silver bracelets and necklace. I guess, this makes her your Lola Candy??? You will soon meet her when we visit Daddy in Shanghai, and she promises to take us to Harbin and see the beautiful ice palaces, hotels and bars.
Since the time I first saw this sleepy turtle on the net, I have fallen in love with it and swore I'd get one for you. But since it was under my "want to have" list instead of my "baby essentials" list, I have postponed getting it for you. One of Daddy's very sweet friend in China, Julia, surprisingly knew about this turtle and gave this to you as a gift. It was one pleasant coincidence, and I can't wait for you to see and marvel at the many constellations on your ceiling being projected by this cute little turtle.
