Friday was "busy". 7am: take the girls to school with husband 8-9am: phsyiotheray with a lot of glute and balancing exercise. Pretty fun and challenging. 10-11am: upper body workout while husband was having his training session too. I love working out with him. Technically near by as he was with his coach. 11:30-12:30pm: dentist to … Continue reading Friday misc and a story →

Girls are back to school and they are happy with their new classmates and teachers. What a relief. They come back home tired but happy. I went to office every day this week except Friday. It forces to shift back to work mode. Working from home is hard as I'd have so many distractions and … Continue reading Back into the rhytm →

Since we got back last Wednesday, we did little to nothing. No big plans, no to-dos, continuing the spontaneity we adopted during our vacation. I love it! Time feels longer and more enjoyable when we are not rushed. Few things made me smile: Girls are really into rollerblading. The best of all, they go down … Continue reading Enjoying stay-in →

Another chill week here in Shanghai. We are all a bit "sad" about winding down our summer break and excited to go back to our home to sleep in our own beds, get back to our routines, have more space, and a simpler life. Highlight of this week includes a visit to the local market … Continue reading Contemplating friendship & last Shanghai update →

Unintentionally hubby and I encountered moments in which both of us feel nostalgic of our childhood and our early love story. The city of Shanghai has transformed dozens of times since we both left China. Yet, the government has put effort to preserve old buildings and neighborhoods. When we visited them, I realized that these … Continue reading Moments of new and nostalgic →