Yes, I know I mentioned that I'm NOT going to go crazy about posting nude videos of me on this blog. But this is my first real bath, with real warm water. I felt that I must share. So watch it all you can before I change my mind.
Today is Daddy’s birthday. In preparation for his birthday, I looked to Addison’s blog to find out what did he do last year, with Addison, on his birthday, hoping to get some ideas on his preference on birthday celebration. What I learned was that the didn’t go anywhere last year. Instead he just stayed home. So, I thought I should get him out of the house this year, since he hasn’t been to anywhere outside of the house other than the grocery store since I was born. More importantly, this is Daddy’s first birthday with me. It’s only the right thing to do, to do something special to celebrate this big day with him, right?
So what can I do to get him out of the house?
It wasn’t until Noon that I’ve finally figured a way to get him to take me out of the house! I remember back when I was in the hospital getting ready to be discharged, the nurse told Mommy and Daddy that if I have any projectile vomiting, I need to be taken to the doctor right away. So I thought why not have Daddy take me to the Doctor on his birthday to celebrate?
In order to have something to vomit, in case you don’t know, you’ll need either 1) plenty of alcoholic beverages, or in my case, 2) milk. So shortly after my early afternoon feeding, I performed a basic projectile-style vomiting. No, Daddy didn’t freak out. In fact, I did a projectile-style vomit just yesterday, and Daddy told Mommy not to worry. But to celebrate Daddy’s birthday today, I made sure my vomit today is worth a trip to the Doctor’s office, at least in Mommy’s mind. I figured if I scare Mommy enough, she will bug the crap out of Daddy to take me to the Doctor’s office. Having Grandma (Tong) on-site helped too, as Daddy had to answer to two concerning individuals, and not just one.
Mission accomplished!
Mommy and Daddy called the Doctor’s office for an appointment and took me to the Doctor while Addison was taking his afternoon nap. It was a very short and quick trip to the Doctor because the Doctor knew, as well as I did, that I’m doing this just to celebrate Daddy’s birthday. Still, the Doctor put up a good show by checking me here and there.
“Her weight gain is good; Just give her extra time to digest her food. If the vomiting continues, bring her back tomorrow.” the Doctor said.
Oh the Doctor also assured Daddy, once again, that my skin color looks fine!
So here’s my first un-planned Doctor’s visit… just to celebrate Daddy’s birthday, of course!
Later in the evening, Grandma and Grandpa made a surprise visit. They brought dinner and had dinner with all of us. After dinner, there was even a birthday cake for Daddy. Below is a video and some pictures taken from today.
While working on my blog, I noticed that the following video was left out of my post from July 20th. Unfortunately, it’s just another video of my brother trying to get me to play that toy that makes that stupid noise. So please forgive me for putting you through another 2:25 minute of annoyance.
Daddy always come over to my room to see if I’m awake, and if so, he’ll spend some time with me if/when possible. Otherwise, when my jealous brother wakes up from his nap, he would require full attention from Daddy again.
Here are a few pictures taken from today during Addison’s nap time.
Just because Addison liked something when he was at my age, it doesn't mean that I will automatically like it!
Here's a very good example. My Brother used to like tasting the vitamin a lot. (See below...)
Now, how could Mommy and Daddy expect me to have the same taste as Addison?
Since it's rather obvious that I have a better taste than Addison, you can probably guess that I was not a big fan of that yucky-tasting vitamin. Unfortunately, Mommy said there's no way around it, and I still have a lot of vitamins to swallow.
Addison took Grandma to the store, and guess what, I ended up with a gift from Grandma! It’s a very pretty headband. Grandma said all baby girls gotta have one of this headband. So today, after Mommy washed the headband, I got to wear it to take pictures with Grandma and Grandpa.
STOOOOP! I promise I’ll be a good girl! Don’t let him do this to me!
Let me go! Addison is going to drop me! He’s been wanting to do this since July 13th! Daddy, please hold me! Addison is up to something!
Wait! What is he doing? Let go of my foot! Let go!
Today was the first time I got to meet Uncle Steven. Uncle Steven, in case you don’t know, is my Mommy’s elder brother. He spent the entire day here, took some picture of me, and also brought me a gift. Thank you very much!
Later in the evening, we had more visitors to our home. Grandma and Grandpa brought over a long time family friend, Alicia. She’s been wanting to meet me for a very long time, and today she finally had the opportunity.
Here are some pictures taken from today.
Remember I mentioned about getting my pictures from the ‘black market?’ It turned out that it was easier to control my photo stock when there were NO photos flowing in the internet. But once I’ve started to post my pictures on this blog, I’ve been receiving a lot of emails, SMS, and IM messages telling me that there are ‘more’ pictures circulating outside of my blog, then what is available from my blog. I couldn’t believe that it only took no more than 8 days for these counterfeit pictures to make it onto the internet.
Once again, if you want to waste your time on unofficial pictures, go ahead! But don’t ask me for more picture when there is none. I’ll post picture and videos when I see fit! Like now…
Mommy, Daddy, and Myself started the day with a visit to Mommy's doctor. No, Addison didn't get to go because he's considered as a threat to today's missions.
At Dr. Chen's office, the Doctor removed the stitches (more like staples) on Mummy's tummy. I counted them... there were 13 in total. I can't imagine someone put 13 staples onto my tummy. That must be really ouch-ouch. Fortunately, Mommy seemed to be okay while the staples were being removed. Dr. Chen said there seems to be some minor infection on the wound, but there's no need to be too concern. He prescribed some anti-biotic for Mommy, and off we went. Our next visit to Dr. Chen is in 5 weeks' time.
On our way out, Mommy and Daddy stopped and took a picture at the hallway. I thought it was a strange spot to take a picture. But now I know why! It turned out that Mommy and Daddy also took a picture with Addison, during the first visit to Dr. Chen after being discharged from the hospital. And if you look at the pictures below, you can tell that Mommy and Daddy are clearly happier when they are spending time with me!
We went home after the Doctor's visit. But shortly after, we were about to leave the house again. This time is to see my Doctor instead! Here's a video of me getting measured in every possible way, at the Doctor's office.
While talking to Dr. Liu (my Doctor), I couldn't believe that Daddy brought it up, again, to Dr. Liu that I look yellow. Hello, Daddy!? Look who's wearing a bright yellow t-shirt? The color of your t-shirt is reflecting everywhere that all of you looked yellow-ish to me! Dr. Liu took a look at me... check here and there, and told Daddy that I should be 'okay.' Although I can still tell that Daddy is not completely convinced.
Since I'm not used to going out so much, I got really tired when I got home. Here's a video of me taking my afternoon nap. Looking at this video again, I wonder if I was dreaming that I was getting measured, again, at the Doctor's office, and therefore, I moved so much.
Later in the evening, someone found this stupid toy that makes a very annoying sound when shaken. Mommy and Daddy kept telling me that this toy belongs to me. I just think that it was actually Addison's toy, and he gave it to me because he didn't like that annoying noise either.
Here's another video, but this time I'm leaning against the u-shaped pillow.
Last but not least, here are a few pictures taken from today.
Alright, you people! I don't care how many times my brother posted his bathing videos on the internet, you are not going to see as many bathing videos from me! I'm a pretty girl, and he's not! How difficult is that to understand?
Later in the evening, after Addison has gone to bed, I finally had an opportunity to spend some time with Daddy. That jealous brother of mine just won't let Daddy hold me, when he's around. What logic is that? But you know what? He can't stay awake 24/7! That's why Daddy got to record this video while spending some time with ME!
It bucks me that every time when Daddy put me down to change diaper, I get an hic-ups. I don't know why and I wish I could control it. But when Mommy is changing my diaper, the hic-ups don't appear. Something must be wrong with Daddy's diaper changing routine.
The video below is taken shortly after diaper changing. As you can see, the hic-ups was still there. The good thing was, I've been upgraded to sit up straight a little, and I am allowed to chill in Mommy's bed instead.
Here are some pictures taken from today...
It's been a bit more than 24 hours since I was discharged from the hospital. Other than Mommy and Daddy complaining that I still look 'yellow,' I'm doing just fine settling in my new home.
In terms of entertainment, there is none whatsoever, other than watching how jealous my brother, Addison, gets when he sees Mommy or Daddy holding me. Don't let this video below fool you. He's giving me a kiss only because I'm back in my bassinet, and Daddy was holding him. Had I been in Mommy's arms, he would go as far as trying to pull me away from Mommy.
Here are some pictures taken from today...
Instead, I rather be known as the Home Coming Princess instead. Yes, you've guessed it right! I get to go home today. Mommy's doctor had already signed the discharge papers yesterday. I couldn't believe that it was me who is holding up the process. My Doctor said I looked 'yellow.' I kept (trying to) telling her that it's the lighting, along with my outfit, that made me look yellow-ish. But they won't listen! So what did they do? They pinched me with a needle just to get some blood for testing! How could they do that to a Princess? That's my blood! And if it were my Uncle Chris, he would have asked them for some money back, for the blood that he gave up.
Anyway, it wasn't until noon, that the test result came back and I also got discharged from the hospital. I told them that everything is fine 3 hours ago, but they won't listen. What could I do?
Below is a video of Mommy holding me in her arms, getting escorted out of the hospital. Although I looked a bit dis-interested, I was actually extremely excited about going home. It's just that getting wrapped in Mommy's arms are just too comfortable to not fall asleep!
When I got home, Addison was already there waiting for me. Looking at his eyes told me that he didn't think the hospital would ever let me leave. He must have thought that I'm forever locked-up in the hospital, and that he gets to see me whenever he wants to, or feel like it. Well, Brother, in case no one has told you yet... Life is full of surprises!
Here's is my first video taken from home...
Last but not least, here are some pictures that were taken from today. There were not a lot as both Mommy and Daddy were busy getting me settled in... at home!
First of all, where are all the cute Doctors? The one that comes to visit Mommy every morning looks to be old enough to be my Daddy’s Grandpa. And the nurses, what kind of outfit is that? Those nurses are not even close to making a fashion statement, because the clothes that they are wearing cannot be described in a statement to begin with! Please tell me this is not home, so that someone can tell me that I can go home soon! Please help! (And if you look closer in the video below, you can tell that I was trying to say the word ‘help,’ even when I’m asleep.)
Here are some pictures that Mommy and Daddy took today.
Can someone tell me that those hair on my back will be gone by the time I have my first bikini?
Can someone tell me how many days do I have to stay in this room? It's small, it's warm, and the linen and bedding are not top notch. Although they offered some complimentary jewelry for my ankle, they are really not my style. Thankfully, Grandma bought me a balloon to 'spice up' the room for a bit. Otherwise, this is a really dull room.
Here are some pictures taken from Day 2.
My Name is Alicia. I was born just a few hours ago, and here’s a picture of my Daddy getting dressed up for the occasion.
Did he look like he only had 4 hours of sleep the night before? I didn’t think so. But that’s what Addison, my brother, told me. Nice shoes, by the way!
Here’s a picture of Mommy’s Doctor in actions by around 0745hrs. (Yes, Daddy had the entire procedure on tape Memory Stick.)
At precisely 0753hrs PST, here I am! (I’ve told you! Daddy recorded the entire procedure… in HD!)
Due to the graphical content of the video, Daddy didn’t release the video footage to me for broadcasting. Instead, Daddy provided these pictures (above), and covered some portion of the picture with this stupid horse logo (with an F-word underneath it). But those who dare to see the beast, may simply click on the picture itself!
Shortly after I was pulled from my Mommy’s tummy, Daddy escorted me to the Recovery Room. Once there, Daddy immediately gave me some lectures on what I’m allowed/not-allowed to do. No, I wasn’t listening to him, in case you wonder. Shortly after, Mommy returned from the Operating Room, and I got to spend more time in Mommy’s arms.
By around 0900hrs, it was time for my first bath. Yup, can you believe it? They only wiped me off after pulling me out of Mommy’s tummy. it wasn’t until almost an hour later, that the nurse decided to give me a bath. And it wasn’t even a real bath! She just used a wet towel to pad me down!
And just when I thought not getting a real bath was bad, you should see what the nurse did to me next!
About an hour later, I finally got to meet my lifetime partner in crime!
Yup, that’s Addison, my older Brother. Can’t you tell that he wasn’t too thrill to see me!? Considering that it was this moment that he realized that he’s longer the center of attention, I think he held up pretty well!
Next up, Grandma!
Gee, thanks, Grandma! Ugly? Me? Why don’t I take this opportunity to remind you, once again, what Addison looked like when he was born!
Grandpa’s turn now…
Yup, he’s much nicer! Just in case you wonder, the reason why they had to visit me separately (one at a time), was because Mommy and I were still being held up in the Recovery Room. While in the Recovery Room, only 2 Visitors are allowed at any given moment. That’s why they took turn to visit me.
After the first round of visiting, Mommy and I were released from the Recovery Room, and off we went to our own private room. Meanwhile, Grandma and Grandpa took Addison back home for his afternoon nap. it was not until then, Mommy, Daddy, and Myself were able to get some much needed rest.
A few hours later, Addison returned!
And here is his first attempt to touch me, and to give me a kiss…
Take it easy with your touching and kicking, Brother!
Later that evening, Grandma (Tong) arrived and here’s a video of Grandma seeing me for the first time.
Noticed that Addison is still everywhere? Obviously, he was still trying to be the center of attention!
Our final Guest of the day is Grandpa (Tong), who arrived later that evening…
It’s been a long day and I am glad to see that Grandma is staying here with us at the hospital tonight. But before I go, here are some pictures taken from today.
What is that supposed to mean?
“Is Alicia as good looking as her brother?”
Before I release any picture, I want to remind you that, that ‘oh-so-handsome-and-good-looking-Addison’ brother of mine actually looked like this when he was born.
So stop comparing me against my brother, Addison. To do so… would be so unfair… to him!
Oh, also, those who are busy looking for unauthorized pictures of mine in the black market (i.e. facebook, orkut, myspace, etc.), I just want to say… Good Luck!
Title (see above) – by Addison Chan
Content (see below) – by Alicia Chan
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