My Sweet Life

A Wonderful Day

2009-07-11T19:36:00.001+08:00

My mommy and brother came home last night and today she took Louie and I to K9 Kulture. We had so much fun there. We met up with Maple who is boarding there. My mommy bought us Lamb Meat Balls and they were delicious. For once, Louie showed some interest in food.

My friend, Maple

My cousin, Louie

I can't wait to go there again. My mommy promised to bring me there once more before she goes back to Shanghai. I'm so happy.

'Easter' Hair Cut Day

2009-04-12T15:18:00.005+08:00

Happy Easter, everyone!

We all went to the groomer today and that includes my aunt. Oh well.. what can I say but nobody can groom me like Aunty Agatha. YOU'RE THE BEST, Aunty Agatha.!! I'll be back once transportation is available.

My aunt didn't pass out at the sight of me when she came to pick me, so I take it that it can't be that bad. Her only comment is that the money she spent today is going to last a LONG time.

I can't say the same for my aunt, though. Her groomer didn't do a good job. She looked like a doberman gave her a haircut.

I need a hair cut

2009-04-11T20:44:00.000+08:00

My aunt says that tomorrow, we'll all go have an 'easter' haircut. Not sure what she means but then again, she has not been herself lately. I think too much work.

My aunt is HOME!!!!

2009-03-21T13:40:00.002+08:00

My aunt came home early this morning. Louie and I were so happy. Louie had been missing her so badly. He waits by the main door for her all the time. He was so happy to see her that he didn't know what to do. So he just ran around her barking and smiling. This is a new dress that my mummy bought me. Mummy also bought greenies for Louie and I and I also got a new bowl.

My aunt came back today as it's Grandma's birthday. Happy birthday, Grandmama.

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-19T21:10:00.000+08:00

Dearest Trixie,

Your brother came home from school trip to Suzhou today and today is his birthday. Your mummy and I went to have this cake made for him at a big shopping centre. It was baked as we ate ice cream. This is the purpose of my trip, to spend his birthday with him. I'll be home soon to celebrate Grandma's birthday.

love and kisses

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-18T13:26:00.000+08:00

My dearests,

It would really be a dream come true for me to have you both with me. We can take such lovely long walks within the condo estate. The weather is beautiful and the flowers are so lovely. I miss you more and more and even though I am having a wonderful time, it's not quite perfect because you're so far away from me. I'll be home soon.

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-17T20:11:00.001+08:00

Dear Louie and Trixie,

We went to this very nice place called Tai Kang Jie where there are lanes and lanes of tiny restaurants and art galleries. We had Thai food today and it was delicious. I'm missing both of you so badly.

Hugs and kisses

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-11T17:04:00.002+08:00

Dearest Trixie and Louie,

We went to the flower market today and my heart took flight. The flowers were so beautiful. I had a lovely time just looking at them. Grandpa will love this place when he comes this May.

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-10T19:30:00.003+08:00

Dear Louie and Trixie,

People in Shanghai love dogs. When I take a walk with Benedict to wait for his school bus, I'll meet a couple of cute dogs. Some of them wear clothes as it's pretty cold. I think spring is not quite here yet.

Postcard from Shanghai

2009-03-07T12:42:00.003+08:00

Dear Trixie and Louie,

I arrived in Shanghai early this morning and I took a lovely walk in the estate after breakfast. Flowers were blooming everywhere and they were so beautiful. I wish so much for the both of you to be with me. But I don't think you'll appreciate the plane journey and the one month quarantine period.

Miss you already.

Look at my birthday present....

2009-02-28T16:20:00.006+08:00

It's my birthday today and Louie got me the weirdest looking present with his Chinese New Year money. It has a green head and a red body but it's quite a huggable toy. I have decided to like it.

Storms

2009-02-26T21:50:00.000+08:00

I'm terrified of thunder storms and we seem to be having quite a bit of that these days. I'll squeeze into bed with grandpa and I feel very safe there.

Poor Louie

2009-02-23T22:43:00.001+08:00

My aunt brought Louie to the vet this morning to get his teeth scaled. She totally freaked out when the vet called to say that they had discovered that Louie's liver has some damaged cells. She could hardly eat the entire day. Louie is home and recuperating and he's on liver tonic. My aunt is very grateful for family and friends who prayed along side with her for Louie; she said that knowing so many people are praying for Louie, comforted her throughout the day.

So sad.....

2009-02-07T16:40:00.000+08:00

My parents and brother have gone back to Shanghai and I'm feeling sad. Sigh.....

Gong Xi Fa Cai, Wan Shi Ru Yi

2009-01-26T09:30:00.002+08:00

Happy New Year!!! Today is Chinese New Year and we get to put on new clothes and receive ang pows. Louie and I had a big ang pow each from Aunty Kat who lives all the way in America. Thank you, Aunty Kat!! I'm going to spend mine on lots of food. I think Louie is going to buy toys with his money.

Chinese New Year seems quite exciting. People flow in and out of the house and I am just so happy asking people to pat me. At the end of the day, I was tired out from all the excitement.

Happy birthday!!!

2009-01-24T22:26:00.002+08:00

It's my aunt's birthday today and they had steak for dinner as that was what my parents were craving for. My aunt said it doesn't matter what food she eats on her birthday but it is who is there to celebrate it with her.

WII !!!

2009-01-23T21:20:00.002+08:00

My parents and brother are home and I'm just so thrilled. Every night there's so much laughter as everybody gather in my aunt's room to play Wii sports or fit. Here's my godma Cat doing the Ski Jump. She's a champion. My brother loves tennis and my daddy loves golf. Mummy loves shopping.

My parents and brother are coming home!!!

2009-01-20T20:37:00.002+08:00

Can you see the joy and excitement on my face? I can't wait. My mommy said she's going to hug and kiss me and she can't wait to do that. My daddy is going to sayang me and I can follow my brother around the house again. Oh JOY!!!!!

Finally!!!

2009-01-03T21:01:00.001+08:00

I finally got to meet Maple. Louie and Maple got along very well but Maple took my ball and didn't want me to play with hers. My mummy said that Maple is younger so I have to let her have her way. Besides, Maple has just been through a very stressful time away from her parents because she was under quarantine. Maple now lives in a big house with her parents and has her own room.

Merry Christmas!!!!

2008-12-20T08:16:00.002+08:00

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Louie's 'Princess Leia' look

2008-12-16T19:15:00.002+08:00

Louie went for grooming yesterday and he absolutely hate it. He was grouchy the entire day because his ears were too short. I felt that he looked like Princess Leia.

I'm wearing PJs

2008-12-09T19:53:00.000+08:00

It was so chilly last night so my aunt made me wear my PJs. This is my favorite PJ and the only thing I'll wear without trying to remove it.

Admiration and Shame

2008-12-03T09:28:00.004+08:00

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When my aunt saw this video, she was filled with admiration for Nick and shame for herself. She is resolved to focusing on what she has instead of what she does not. She said she'll use her mouth more for giving thanks, praises and encouragements. She'll be more positive, more appreciative and less sarcastic.
As for me, I'm a very thankful person... I mean, dog. I'm thankful that without both molars, I don't have a single problem chewing food. And besides being able to eat faster than Louie and I can also bark louder than him. I'm also thankful to God for all the people who love me even though some of them maybe far away from me right now.

Happy Thanksgiving to all I love

2008-11-27T12:10:00.005+08:00

Best Friends

2008-11-26T22:15:00.008+08:00

My aunt said the above comic best describes LOUIE. He is her BEST 4-legged friend and I know that she is HIS best 2-legged friend. In fact, Louie only has ONE best friend and that is my aunt. She is his everything.

My aunt said that this best describes me because I sleep with her on the bed. Actually she loves it best when I sleep back to back with her. But she doesn't quite like it when I share the pillow with her. She always tell people that she can't understand how a 4kg dog can seem to occupy more space on the bed than her.

Busy Nights

2008-11-25T22:00:00.000+08:00

I'm little Miss Busy Bee in the evenings. It used to be I just call my parents on Skype every night but now, we're talking to another aunt and god-grandma in Richmond, USA too. My god-grandma has gone to Richmond to be with her children and grandchildren for Christmas and I miss her 'sayangs'. I'm always very happy to see her and her daughter-in-law on Skype and I will give them my sweetest, happiest smiles. They also seem very happy to see me and they will stretch out their hands towards me and say : SAYANG!!!. Sometimes, I'll quickly lie down and my aunt will stroke my belly on their behalf. I'm so glad I'm blessed with such a loving family. I look forward to have everybody back in one country again.

Space Cadet

2008-11-20T19:18:00.005+08:00

My aunt caught me day dreaming and she wondered what was occupying my mind. Actually I was wondering about the taste of chicken, beef and pork. Would they taste like lamb? Also, I was also wondering why I only get to eat twice a day when all the two legged family members eat three times a day. Doesn't seem fair.

Nice Teeth

2008-11-15T19:30:00.000+08:00

Louie is showing off his neat set of teeth. Mine are crooked so he'll show me his teeth every once in awhile. One of these days I'll bite him. Show OFF!

Maple's Coming!!

2008-11-11T16:51:00.005+08:00

Maple is coming to live in Singapore very, very soon. My aunt is excited but my mommy is feeling sad in Shanghai because she will miss Maple and her mommy. Louie and I can't wait to play with her.

Doctor Lou

2008-10-28T20:03:00.002+08:00

My aunt is sick today. Her face is very white so looks quite like Louie and I. It seems she's suffering from a very bad gastric attack and the doctor has given her 2 days medical leave. Louie is most worried and he's by her side at all times. He only has eyes for her and I heard every one calling Louie - Doctor Lou. On the other paw, he's also enjoying her being home all the time.

Visiting Grandma

2008-10-27T21:49:00.000+08:00

Godma and my aunt brought me to visit my grandma who is living in the old folks home. This grandma is daddy's mummy and she loves me very much. I was very glad to see her and she is happy at this home because she has many friends and is well taken care of by the friendly nurses. I hope to visit her again.

Happy Birthday, Por Por

2008-10-21T21:59:00.002+08:00

Today is also my god-grandma's birthday. She loves both Louie and I and she often fetch us to be groomed.
Happy Birthday, Por Por. We love you.

Happy Birthday, Mommy

2008-10-21T21:33:00.004+08:00

It's my mommy's birthday today and I gave her my sweetest smile for her birthday. Louie barked out the Happy Birthday song.
Mommy, this orchid is for you because I think you're as pretty as this flower. I love you and miss you and I know you miss me too. If you're here, I will give you a thousand adoring kisses.

Happy Louie

2008-10-12T16:31:00.003+08:00

My aunt is trying to have a healthier lifestyle. She wants to eat less junk and exercise more. Nobody can be happier about this than Louie because this would mean that my aunt would be walking more which would also mean that he will have longer walks. Their walk this morning was about 45 mins long and just look at how happy he was when he came home. I'm happier waiting for them at home while having grandpa's undivided attention.

Second class citizen

2008-10-05T17:36:00.003+08:00

My aunt went to the dentist recently and she had to do a root canal. She was in pain for several days and she's now waiting for the crown to be ready. My aunt said that she feels like such a second class citizen. She said that when I went to have my teeth scaled, everybody anxious and called to ask how I was. But only a few called to ask if she was alright.

Oh well, I'm definitely cuter.

PARTY Time!!

2008-10-04T20:09:00.009+08:00

I went to a birthday party today. My aunt could not bear to leave me at home even though my mummy said that I should not go. My aunt said I looked sad and she decided to bring me along.

This is what the pets get to eat. Humans ate sandwiches and BBQ chicken wings. I didn't get to eat this because of food allergy and my aunt brought my kibbles for me.

Here's my godma feeding us pets some bread. She's the most popular lady for the day. Everybody loves her.

Louie and I had loads of fun. I like parties and I'm glad I went to this one.

Hello, kisses and I love yous...

2008-10-02T20:00:00.007+08:00

My aunt pasted flowers on her journal today. I noticed that she loves flowers though she doesn't know the names of many of them. She said that :

FLOWERS are God's way of saying 'HELLO'
BREEZE, warm or cool are God's KISSES and....
DOGS are God's way of saying 'I LOVE YOU'

I could not agree more.

Great News!!

2008-09-23T20:46:00.002+08:00

Now that I've eaten and drank tons of water, I remembered that I've a good news to share. I've LOST WEIGHT!!!! I think I have a waist now. On 13 September, my weight was 5kg. Yesterday I was 4.6kg. My aunt was so happy that cutting my food back by 20% and making me play fetch really helped. I feel beautiful.

2 Teeth short

2008-09-22T21:26:00.004+08:00

I had both my molars extracted today. It was loose already and the vet removed both. My aunt had a shock when she went to pick me. It was a most torturous day today. I was SO HUNGRY this morning and I was not allowed any water. Then when I came home, I was not allowed water and food till after 9pm. I feel SO sorry for myself. My grandpa held me for quite awhile. His kept saying that his heart is aching. But I can tell you that his heart cannot possibly ache as much as my empty stomach. I heard my aunt told my grandparents that I should feel some pain tomorrow. Gee... I wonder why. I hope she's wrong. My mommy, daddy, godma and many aunties prayed for me today and they were all very concerned. I just want to EAT!!!

Another visit to the vet tomorrow

2008-09-21T21:47:00.002+08:00

I'm going to get my teeth scaled and tear ducts flushed tomorrow and my aunt had been so nervous about it that she had been sleeping badly for the last week. She has also asked many people to pray for me. I'm cool about it except there'll be no breakfast for me tomorrow morning. Sigh... Now I'm wondering if I will have anything to eat tomorrow night.

Maple is leaving Shanghai

2008-09-20T11:13:00.005+08:00

My mommy's very sad because Maple's daddy and mommy will be leaving Shanghai and going to another part of China to live. My mommy is going to miss Maple's mommy so much and Maple too. Maple will be taking her first plane ride soon and I hope she'll enjoy it. I've never been on a plane and I hope that Maple will tell me about it.

I miss Grandpa

2008-09-14T18:52:00.001+08:00

Grandpa has gone to Kuala Lumpur to visit grand aunt who is sick. I kept waiting for him to come home last night but he didn't. Aunt told me he'll be home another day. I miss my grandpa; I hope he'll be home soon.

Visit to the Vet

2008-09-13T11:25:00.006+08:00

I had the once a year dreaded visit to the vet this morning. I was told that I am overweight and my food intake has to be cut down by about 20%. My mommy freaked out when she heard that I am now 5kg. I also had to have my teeth scaled as there's tartar and my aunt will have to take a day's leave to see to that. After insulting me about my weight, the vet gave me an injection. I'm so upset with her. My aunt felt sorry for me and took me for a little shopping trip. I was quite excited to be in a shopping centre and I was told to stay in my bag and keep very still. I was a good girl and obeyed.

Louie was upset this morning too. He missed his morning walk because of the heavy rain and when he saw his mommy leaving the house with me instead of him, he looked hurt and we heard him crying as we walked away. I know my aunt's heart ached when she heard him cry but there's nothing we can do. He was happy to see us again by the time we came home.

Freckles' Birthday Party

2008-08-31T15:06:00.011+08:00

Freckles' is one of Louie's best friends. It was her 5th birthday celebration yesterday and there was a gathering of all his friends.

Furry pals present at the party were:

Orli - Freckles' younger brother

May May - JJ's older sister

Paddy and Adel

Louie

But someone was missing from the party and that was.....
ME!!

Grandpa was not happy with my aunt for not bringing me to the party. But I know why I was not allowed to go. I tend to forget that I'm a dog and I prefer socializing with the humans instead. If I'm at such an event, I would demand to be carried at all times. Also I'm allergic to a lot of food; my aunt and mummy felt that it was more cruel for me to watch other dogs eat while I was not allowed to eat.

But I heard that Louie was in an unfriendly mood yesterday. He didn't like it when the other dogs came too near him and my aunt was not too happy with him for being so silly. He sat on my godpa Pat's lap most of the time but kept his eyes on his mummy. He didn't want to swim so my godma Cat carried him to watch the rest of the dogs swim.

My Special Day

2008-08-27T19:28:00.007+08:00

It's my Special Day today. My family is celebrating my 4th year with them. On this day, 4 years ago, my mommy held me and told me that my name is Trixie. It was the first time someone hugged me and I felt loved. It was the first day I felt like I belonged somewhere. My aunt remembers the day that Louie and I came into the family and she calls it our 'special day' because she feels that we're God's extra-special present to her and the family.

Hide n Seek

2008-08-20T20:16:00.004+08:00

Louie loves playing hide and seek. He's always looking for new places to hide. His latest is behind the door of our room. His favorite is under grandpa's computer table or under the sofa. And if grandma forgets to close the door of her room, he'll be hiding behind her bathroom door. Not a day goes by without grandma or grandpa searching the house for Louie. He will not come when he's called; he'll just hide till he's being found.

Thank you, Godma Cat

2008-08-17T13:44:00.006+08:00

Thank you, Godma Cat, for taking such good care of my aunt. You are truly a rare gem. You woke up at 5am to take her and grandma to the doctor and when you know her 'heemoglowbeen' is low, you boiled liver soup for her so that she doesn't feel so tired. She said you're one of the bestest presents God gave her. Louie is a quiet boy and he only knows how to hug hug you to say thank you. I know my mommy feels more at rest in Shanghai knowing that you are also watching over us. I am going to be a good friend like you. I will watch out for Louie like you watch out for my aunt. I'm going to eat all his treats so that he'll be a healthier dog.

Aircon

2008-08-16T21:42:00.003+08:00

I thank God for airconditioning. It has been so hot these days I am just so thankful that I can sleep in the aircon room.

Sleepcercise

2008-08-13T19:53:00.004+08:00

Louie touches his toes as he sleeps. He's doing his sleepcercise.

My worried look

2008-08-13T19:45:00.004+08:00

With my fur growing long, I have this perpetual worried look on my face. My aunt is going to bring us to be groomed next week.

Photography

2008-08-11T22:29:00.004+08:00

Grandpa loves the camera and he passed his love of photography to my aunt. Grandpa will go for walks with his friends to the Botanic Gardens or Bird Park and as they walk, they'll take pictures. I love the camera too, especially if there's a piece of lamb lung in the hands that is holding the camera.

Who says I'm the only indecent sleeper?

2008-08-09T21:56:00.002+08:00

tsk tsk tsk...... Louie....

Happy National Day with love...

2008-08-09T19:14:00.004+08:00

Keeping house

2008-08-09T15:09:00.001+08:00

We went to clean my parents' house today. The house where I lived before coming to live with my grandparents and aunt. It felt good to be back but my parents and brother are not there.

We're waiting for my godpa and godma to catch cockroaches in the kitchen. My aunt is terrified of cockroaches and thank God godpa and godma came to the rescue.

PEEK-A-BOO. I'm having fun playing in my brother's room. This is the steps leading up to his bed.

My Sweet Memories

2008-08-08T20:04:00.007+08:00

When I was a puppy, no one would adopt me because nobody thought I was cute. At 6 months, all the other puppies were adopted and I was left behind. The shopkeeper was going to send me to the farm to be a 'breeding machine' when my mommy and aunt saw me. They fell in love with me and they thought I was adorable. My mommy was horrified to think of me being in a farm and after seeing her lose sleep over me, my daddy said that they should adopt me. My aunt then told my mommy that I will be her gift to mommy for being a good sister.

This is one of the first pictures of me. See how happy I was to finally be with a family that love me. Louie seems overjoyed to have a playmate.

Mommy gave me my very first haircut. It took her 3 hours to achieve this look. It wasn't professionally done, but it was all love. My aunt said that she thought I was very cute with this hair cut. The following are pictures of my very first outing.

I can't believe how blessed I am to find such a loving home. I thank God every day.

Comics

2008-08-07T21:29:00.004+08:00

I don't feel very well today, I miss my Mommy and I'm embarrassed it took me a day to realize that she has gone back. My Aunt is reading the comics that she bought on Monday when she took my brother to Borders. She loves comics like Peanuts, Asterix, Red and Rover, Marmaduke, Rose is Rose and For Better or For Worse. She collects these titles and she'll lovingly wrap them in plastic so as to keep them in the best condition. My brother's favorite comic is Pearls Before Swine.

I want my Momma....

2008-08-06T22:19:00.004+08:00

My Mommy and brother have gone back to Shanghai and I'm missing them. My grandpa showered me with lots of attention today but it's different from Mommy's hugs.

Dear Maple....

2008-08-06T08:35:00.004+08:00

Dear Maple,

I met your Mommy and I didn't steal her heart because I know her heart belongs to you. She talks about you and I know she misses you. She's very lovely and I hope that one day we can meet to play.

Love
Trixie

Dear Maple,

Your Momma is cool and I like her very much. I hope to go to Shangai with my Momma some day to play with you. I can't remember ever being on a plane but my Momma said that I came from Australia to Singapore on a plane when I was a baby. Anyway, she said that she's not comfortable unless I sit next to her on the plane. Take care, Maple, enjoy being loved by your Momma.
Love - Louie

Our Crocs

2008-08-06T08:17:00.000+08:00

My Aunt loves her Crocs and Louie and I love our crocs too. Maple's Mommy gave us little chew crocs and we love it. She's a very cool lady and we like her very much. Maple should be happy to be reconciled with her Mommy soon.

Our special day

2008-08-05T23:05:00.015+08:00

Today, we met Maple's Mommy and some of my Mommy's friends. We had a super duper day starting with a walk at the Botanic Gardens followed by lunch at a cool pet restaurant called Urban Pooch. Louie and I enjoyed ourselves so much we were zonked out for the rest of the day. Here are some pictures of our happy day.

Funny birds that don't fly at the Botanic Gardens

Me and my Momma

Louie checking out new friends at Urban Pooch

I didn't know that socializing can be so tiring.

Louie and I shared this delicious lamb meatballs

My Aunt's Garlicky Chicken - wish I could eat that

A very happy Louie and ME!!

Happy bath time

2008-08-04T19:22:00.001+08:00

We were most happy to take a bath today because my aunt said that she has a surprise for us tomorrow. We heard her and Mommy talking about an outing so we were more than happy to cooperate.

Daddy's favorite food

2008-08-04T08:42:00.001+08:00

My Daddy has gone back to Shanghai and it was so hard saying goodbye to him this morning. I cried a little but my brother walked past me with a piece of bread and I was distracted. We had a little party for Daddy last night and we had crabs and durians. Both are my Daddy and Mommy's favorite food. I wanted to try some but was not allowed.

Spending time with my brother

2008-08-02T22:08:00.006+08:00

My brother and I watched TV together today. My brother loves me. See how he puts his arms on my back? I love my big brother.

Sleep

2008-07-31T21:01:00.003+08:00

To my aunt, sleep has become a luxury. She has been stressed about work and has problems falling asleep at night. She also sets her alarm at 6am so that she can get to work early.
She promised us that once Friday is over, she's going to spend more time with us. She told me that she loves to watch me sleep because 'at least one of us is getting a good sleep.' I think I'm better off being a dog.

Aroma Therapy

2008-07-27T12:30:00.003+08:00

I asked Louie what Aroma Therapy is and he said he'll show me. Is he serious? These are Mommy's SOCKS!!!

Daddy is home!

2008-07-27T11:15:00.006+08:00

Daddy came home with all these toys for Louie and me. Mommy bought them but Daddy carried them back. We were told to pick one each and I really don't know which to choose. I actually want them all but Louie already has one favorite.

Happy Day

2008-07-26T22:18:00.007+08:00

Today is a special day. After Aunt came home from work today, she started packing our kibbles and portable bowls. Louie and I got very excited because we know that this means we're going out. After she finished packing, Mommy drove us to Aunty Jacq's house where we spent a relaxing evening. Aunty Jacq is one of the warmest person in the whole wide world. She's loving and caring and Louie and I just love visiting her.

Louie loves car rides. He especially loves it when he's sitting on his Mama's lap. Just look at how ridiculously happy he looks here.

Daddy is coming home tonight and I'm eagerly waiting for him at home. Mommy has gone to the airport to fetch him. I'm so excited I can't sleep.

Where's my Mama?

2008-07-26T13:25:00.004+08:00

With my mommy home these days, my aunt is out a lot. She's either working, out with my mommy or my brother. Louie is starting to miss her and he's always walking around the house with this questioning look.

I wish my mommy will be home more too but when she's home, she'll hold me in her arms and tell me how much she loves me and misses me. I enjoy those times very much and I won't allow anyone to carry me away from her.

Durians

2008-07-24T20:51:00.005+08:00

Mommy loves durians and her best friend, Aunty Joyce bought some to welcome her home. As mommy enjoyed the durians, Louie looked on longingly. I was quite surprised because Louie is such a picky eater and he was actually attracted to this smelly fruit. I don't think much of it.

Mommy is home!!

2008-07-24T20:13:00.005+08:00

My mommy is home and this quilt is my present. Mine is pink and Louie's is green. Other than a quilt each, we got new collars too. I'm so happy to sleep with my mommy last night and I won't leave her side. I was also very excited to see my big brother again. He tickled my tummy and carried me. Mommy gave me lots of hugs and kisses. I now look forward to seeing Daddy this Saturday. I'm going to give him all my attention to show him how much I love and miss him.

Divine help needed!

2008-07-22T20:52:00.000+08:00

Dear God,

I know you hear little dogs' prayers and I'm praying for my aunt who had not been sleeping well. Please let her have a peaceful night's sleep so that Louie and I can get a peaceful night's sleep as well. Whenever she's awake, she'll turn on the light and she'll read or write. The most frightening part is when her eyes gets tired and then she'll either go sit with Louie in his bed and kiss him or she'll give me kisses and cuddles. I love to be cuddled but not when I'm in the middle of a deep sleep. So God, please help my aunt sleep. I need my beauty sleep.....Amen - Trixie

Eyes

2008-07-21T19:28:00.005+08:00

My aunt just spent an obscene amount of money on her eyes today. She went for a full eye check up and thankfully, she doesn't have glaucoma or cataract. It was expensive as the nerves of one of her eyes is larger than the other. So tests had to be done to make sure that it's not glaucoma. My godma Cat said that money spent on one's well being is never wasted.

Aunt said that she has been wanting to have a proper eye check up for a couple of years already as grandma lost an eye to glaucoma. She wants to see people grow old and as a person who loves beautiful scenery and photography, she doesn't want to go blind. (She's also a TV addict) She also said that she likes looking into people's eyes as she can tell whether they're truthful, happy, sad, tired or frighten. I wonder if by looking into my eyes, she can tell that I'm craving for a treat.

Happy Birthday, Louie!!

2008-07-19T15:23:00.014+08:00

It's Louie's birthday today. He started off this day doing his favorite thing - going for a nice walk and sitting down and enjoying the breeze.Then my aunt gave us a bath which we didn't enjoy and then she showed us the specially ordered birthday muffin from Pawvidence Barkery. They do bigger cakes with lovelier decorations but my aunt asked for simple muffins because I'm allergic to so many things. She ordered a peanut butter and carrot muffin and told them to leave out the cream.

Now look at the whole muffin Isn't it cute? There were a lot more and those are for grandpa, grandma, godma and my aunt.
My aunt told us to be patient and we would have an afternoon tea party. Louie and I were excited when she took out our clothes and we knew it was party time. We sat patiently at the table set out just for both of us. Then she placed the muffin in front of us and my heart just went pounding with excitement. I think Louie was so excited he couldn't smile.

Then I could not control myself and helped myself.I grabbed the largest piece and my aunt tried to take it back.

It was super delicious. Even the usually fussy eater, Louie ate as quickly as he could so that he can keep up with me. I wanted to eat the bear but my aunt said it's not for eating. After we've had our muffins, she took pictures of Louie. Here is the birthday boy:

After a pretty long time, Louie was getting tired and I was happy to be included in the picture.
My aunt said that when it's my birthday, she'll give me a special day too. What she doesn't know is that every day IS a special day for me.

Happy birthday, Louie. You are a good cousin and my best friend and I love you.

Louie's New 'Pillow'

2008-07-18T20:46:00.005+08:00

Louie went and found himself a new pillow to rest his head.

Time of preparation

2008-07-17T18:23:00.005+08:00

In a week's time, my parents and brother will be home and my aunt is busy preparing for their return. She's tidying up her messy room and making space in her wardrobe for Mommy to hang her clothes. I look forward to sleeping on the mattress with my brother again. Here I am practicing to sleep on the mattress and pillow. I can smell my brother.

My big brother

2008-07-16T19:35:00.006+08:00

I adore my big brother, Ben and I can't wait to see him again next week. When he was in Singapore, I love hanging out with him and his friends when they play computer games at our house. I used to go with Mommy to fetch him to school in the mornings and I would bark my goodbyes as loudly as I can to him. Mommy would then quickly drive away and then I will cry. I would spend the rest of the morning waiting for him to come home.
Here is a picture of Ke Ke Ben that I like most. He used to be a picky eater but since living in Shanghai, he has learnt to eat just about anything. I'm so proud of him.

Getting old?

2008-07-16T19:16:00.006+08:00

My aunt said that her eyes are getting old because she now needs glasses to read. (Just her eyes, the rest of her is still young) If she doesn't have her glasses on, this is how a photograph of Louie will look like to her. However, she said that with or without reading glasses, she's able to tell that Louie is putting on one of his famous 'black' face here. And because my aunt is also 'losing her mind' (her words, not mine), she bought many reading glasses and spread them all over the place. 2 or 3 for the office, 2 for home, 1 for each handbag and 1 for her bible study bag.

World best oatmeal cookies

2008-07-14T20:40:00.010+08:00

According to my aunt, this is the BESTEST oatmeal cookie she has ever tasted. She got it from the lady from Pawvidence Barkery who is going to bake Louie's birthday cake. Seems there're raisins in it which my aunt loves. She also mentioned that there's a secret ingredient that gave it such a wonderful taste. As I smacked my lips and begged with my big, soft, brown eyes, my aunt wolved down every teeny tiny crumb. How selfish!!!

Hair clips

2008-07-13T18:45:00.003+08:00

Can you see my pink hair clips? My aunt bought them from JB today. She went shopping with Aunty Jacq and she brought me back this surprise.

My aunt also bought more books. She found a Christian bookstore there and she just went nuts over the pricing of the books. SO the pile next to her bed just got higher. Sigh...

Shopping

2008-07-12T00:23:00.008+08:00

My aunt and my Godma went to Mustafa Travel Agent to collect my aunt's colleague's passports. But when they arrived at Mustafa, they got distracted and only collected the passports nearly 4 hours later. tsk tsk tsk.....

Oops!!!

2008-07-10T21:52:00.003+08:00

Grandpa went to buy our food today and he left the packet of AvoDerm Oven Baked Lamb and Brown Rice on the dining room chair. I could smell the kibble. So while my grandpa took his afternoon nap and my grandma watched her TV, I slowly bit a hole through the plastic bag that held the bag of kibbles and then bit through the packaging and started eating them. I knew I was in trouble when Grandma scolded me. I quickly ran to hide.

On Skype with Mommy

2008-07-09T21:27:00.007+08:00

I talk to Mommy every night on Skype. At about 8pm every night, I'll remind my Aunt to call Mommy. Then Mommy, Daddy and Ke Ke Ben will take turns to talk to Louie and I.

Here I am giving Mommy a good night kiss. That is Mommy's favorite part of the night.

I'm SO HAPPY!!

2008-07-09T18:45:00.007+08:00

My family is coming back soon for a holiday!! My mommy and brother will fly back first and last night, my mommy told me that my daddy is going to fly back a few days later.

My mommy said that she can't wait to hold me and hug me again and I'm looking forward to that too because I miss my mommy so much. I can't wait to wake my brother up in the morning just like I used to when he was studying in Singapore. I can't wait to have my daddy sayang me NON STOP.

My grandma said that once everybody is home, she's going to give everyone a treat on the Singapore Flyer. I wonder if four-legged family members are allowed.

See No Evil

2008-07-09T02:02:00.007+08:00

The first quarter of this year had been a tough one for my aunt and her colleagues. They were working hard for the Alpha conference and my aunt went to work before the sun rose and came home after the sun set. She worked at home every weekend and she did not have time to bring us to the groomer. This was how we looked and she called it our 'See NO Evil look' or she'll tell friends that her dogs have become sheep while she was busy. Some people actually like this look and told her to leave us looking like this. I would like to give those a free tattoo with my teeth.

What really matters

2008-07-08T21:39:00.005+08:00

I did not graduate from obedience school, learn any circus acts or take part in any dog shows but whatever I do, my grandpa said I add color to his life. Even though I get into mischief a couple of times a day on a GOOD day, I know I'm being loved.

So I realized that it is not how much I know or how much I've achieved or even how pretty I am that matters but it's who I AM that counts.

So Maple, what I want to say is that even with the bad hair cut, I can't help but agree with my mom and my aunt that you are a very adorable dog. I think when people look at you, they don't see the hair cut at all. They see a loving, cute, friendly and special dog.

Order BIRTHDAY cake????

2008-07-08T17:22:00.005+08:00

My aunt told me to keep it a secret but she has ordered a birthday cake for Louie from a famous baker. She won't even tell me the rest but I'll try to find out and let everyone knows. Seems this baker is so popular, you have to place your order at least 2 weeks in advance. Louie's birthday is on 19 July. Hmmmm.... I really hope that I will like it.

Maple's New Look

2008-07-07T22:39:00.003+08:00

It's about 38 to 40 degrees in Shanghai and my parents and brother are suffering. I do feel for them but I feel even worse for Maple. She's not only suffering the heat, she's suffering from a bad hair cut too. Thank God my groomer does a better job than hers.

What is this book about?

2008-07-07T01:12:00.003+08:00

My aunt just took out this book. Will somebody please tell me if this is a joke book?

Sleep

2008-07-07T01:03:00.006+08:00

Since I've been so abruptly and not to mention rudely awaken from my beauty sleep, I might as well blog some more. My mommy has always commented on my 'unglamorous' way of sleeping and I really don't see the problem. My eyes are closed; I can't see how I sleep, so it doesn't matter to me.

Today Maple's mommy made me very happy. She took a picture of Maple sleeping and well, I think I've stopped looking at Maple as a competition but as a kindred spirit in sleeping. Just look at her.

What's with Marley?

2008-07-07T00:44:00.005+08:00

I really don't know what my aunt was up to tonight. First I was woken from my sleep by the sound of her crying quietly while she was reading. Louie and I were curious but we thought we had better leave her alone. The last time we tried to comfort her while she was watching TV about the earthquake victims, we ended up being furiously hugged and kissed.
Then just as I was drifting off to dreamland again, I was rudely woken up by her hugging me and kissing me and telling me how much she loves me. And then she went and did the same to Louie only he was already expecting her. And then she tried to squeeze all 3 of us onto the same bed with her.
I'm curious. What is it that she read in Marley & Me that can set off such strange behavior in a seemingly sane woman?

Our Favorite Toy

2008-07-06T10:22:00.009+08:00

My favorite toy is a lion that I got for my birthday. Louie likes it too but I hold it close to me all the time. Sometimes I hug it to bed.

Louie's favorite toy is a monkey that can hang round his neck. He gets angry when I take his monkey from his bed and he will chase me round the house to get it back.

What makes a dog happy

2008-07-05T20:48:00.008+08:00

This is so easy. It is being with the one they love.

These pictures were taken by my mommy while my aunt was talking to her over skype. Look at how contented Louie is just being close to my aunt. (Didn't I tell you he's a mama's boy?) A perfect day for Louie would be the day his mama is home the entire time.

My mommy is not here but I feel just as close to her listening to her voice and I get lots of cuddles from my grandparents and aunt. In fact, my mommy thinks I'm getting spoilt here. I'm not protesting, though; I love it!!

Trust

2008-07-05T19:19:00.007+08:00

My aunt asked Louie a funny question today. She asked: Louie, do you trust me to take good care of you?
Louie looked at her, smiled at her and then gave her an assuring kiss.
Later, Louie told me that he can never figure the human mind. We who are the ones who are totally dependent on them seem to have more faith in them than they. Maybe that's why humans have problems trusting God.

Letter to Maple

2008-07-05T14:15:00.005+08:00

Dear Maple,

You see my mommy so often, I hope you will not steal her heart. When my mommy speaks about you, I can tell that she's very fond of you. I'm a very fair 'person'. You steal my mama's heart and I'll steal your mama's heart when she comes to Singapore.
From award winning heart robber - Trixie

Look at the mess I've to put up with

2008-07-05T14:13:00.002+08:00

Maltese in stroller

2008-07-05T14:04:00.006+08:00

We saw a lady pushing her Maltese in a baby stroller today. My aunt said hello to her and she told us that she is pushing her dog in a stroller because it is too old and weak. My aunt, who is ever ready to take out her camera to snap a photo, immediately put her camera back into her bag. As we walked away, my aunt told me that she didn't take the photo because she didn't know if the lady would mind. I think the real reason is that she doesn't want to be reminded of the inevitable. She's a coward.

My Godma

2008-07-04T22:53:00.007+08:00

This is my Godma Cat. I love her so much because she is so very kind. She buys me lamb from the supermarket because she knows it's my favorite. See how happy we are here. Godma Cat is my aunt's best friend. They have been best friends for many centuries. My aunt told me that best friends are treasures and not to be taken for granted.

I don't have a best friend that is because I have MANY best friends. Anyone who loves me is my best friend. But my Godma is special and when I know she's coming to visit, I'll wait by the main door for her.

Excuse me, are you a model?

2008-07-04T22:28:00.003+08:00

Maple doesn't fancy wearing clothes. Just look at her being so unhappy after putting on the new dress her mummy bought for her. I don't really like wearing clothes too so I understand how she's feeling. I wish I could put my paw on her shoulders to tell her to suck it up and smile.

Greedy Reader

2008-07-04T20:57:00.014+08:00

My aunt came home with two new books today. I don't understand her. She has books on the right side of her bed and under her pillows and in her bags. She goes to work with two books and she is currently reading about 5 books at the same time (bible not included). The four books you see here are just some of those she's reading now. She has also recently acquired the habit of journaling so that is another book added to the pile. She has highlighters and different colored pens. She calls me a greedy girl because I love to eat and I call her a greedy reader because she can't seem to have enough books around her.

God

2008-07-03T23:06:00.007+08:00

My aunt calls this picture the 'Keep your eyes on God' picture. She almost deleted this picture but Louie's eyes caught her attention. Despite me jumping before him, he was not distracted. His eyes were focused on my aunt who is his mommy. (Louie is a mama's boy)

So this photo became important to my aunt. She had it printed out and she said it's to help her remember her priorities.

Sometimes I don't understand what my aunt is talking about. She talks to us a lot and we just politely listen to her.