Ashley,"Mum, your banana cake is famous now!"

Dearest Ashley,

You really know how to motivate Mummy to cook and bake. So far, I only know how to bake banana cake and last Sunday was my 3rd attempt to cake one for your Teachers at DES. While I was busy baking cake, you commented,"Mum, your banana cake is famous now!" I was so touched.

At the Teachers' Day party, you brought me a piece of chocolate cake before you got your own food. Mummy was touched again as I saw a boy who remembered to feed Mummy before self. Thank you, my filial son.

I was pleasantly surprised when Abby and you went straight for my banana cake among all the food on the table. You even brought Mum's banana cake to your teachers. That moment, I knew you were proud of Mummy's banana cake. Thank you for being so proud of me and my banana cake. I could never imagine that as I only learn how to bake my very first cake one month ago. Guess what? Suddenly Mummy has this urge to attend baking class to learn the proper techniques of baking banana cake, cheese cake, pandan chiffon cake and many other delicious cake in case you get tired of eating Mum's banana cake. Hahaha...

Love,
Mummy Dearest

Ashley, don't you feel good playing "Genossa"!

Dearest Ashley,

Thanks to Kieran, your No. 1 Idol, you learned a new piece, "Genossa" just in time for Auntie Pat's birthday. She enjoyed your piano recitation and even gave you a kiss! See, if you put your heart in things you believe in, you can do it.

From the day you received the score from Kieran on Wed to your second piano practice on Friday evening, you've spent about 3~4 hours learning the new piece. Mum & Dad are very proud of you. More importantly, you are proud of yourself. Well done. Please continue to spread joy to people around you with your gift.

Love,
Mummy Dearest

So nice to find a friend who shares the same interests as you!

Dearest Ashley,

Mummy was very pleased that you found a new buddy, Jun Henn. Mummy simply enjoyed watching you guys taking turns to play the piano, learning from each other new piano pieces such as River flows in me, Baby Baby, Never say Never, etc; paying full concentration in completing your homework; discussing the topic on Trustworthiness after a simple home-cooked lunch of cod fish and tempura; playing Wii and swimming, etc. Enjoy the videos and photos!

True friendship can start instantly but takes time to build. Here are some qualities you find in good friends:

1. A good friend is someone you can trust and trust you

2. A good friend cares about you

3. A good friend sticks with you in good times and bad

4. A good friend accepts you for who you are
Remembered the part the two boys discovered their good friend is learning ballet in "Before I was awesome" last night? They accepted their friend for who he is and affirmed him that they are still his good friends even though he may wear his tutu someday. That's acceptance.

5. A good friend is supportive of you and your goals
If your friends continue to tease you that singing and dancing on stage is sissy, then they are not supportive of your goal to be a singer. A good friend shares your dream and supports you all the way.

6. A good friend is attentive and listening

7. A good friend is fun and interesting

Friends come and go. True friends stay by your side always.

Lots of Hugs and Kisses,
Mum

Mummy sang 天黑黑 accompanied by Abby on piano

Dearest Abby,

So sweet of you to invite Mummy to sing with you while you play the piano last evening. You played so beautifully. It's a pity that Mummy sang wrongly as I wasn't prepared. I'll do better the next time.

Love,
Mummy Dearest

So nice to have a sibling to play with anytime, anywhere

Dearest Ashley & Abby,

Mum & Dad feel very happy when we see you guys play together joyfully. See, wherever you are, your sibling is always with you. You guys had a great time flying kite and playing in the water at Marina Barrage.

Blood is thicker than water. Siblings are the ones who share your childhood memories the most. Love your sibling with all your heart and your sibling will reciprocate your love even more.

Love,

Mum & Dad

Performance at the Heritage Fest Celebration

Dearest Ashley & Abby,

Do you know each time you perform, Mum & Dad are among the first to reach the performance venue? It is a privilege to be selected to perform at the Heritage Fest celebration. We guys did well though you complained the stage was too small. As performers, you need to be adaptable to new stage and environment. Make the best of what is available. How I wish I could dance and master the wushu moves like both of you!

Hugs,

Mum & Dad

Splendid performance at Hazel Park Condo Poolside Party!

Dearest Ashley & Abby,

Mum and Dad are very proud of you. Our favourite is the duet "森林" by Ashley and Abby, a great illustration of sibling love and cooperation. Well done, kids!

Ashley surprised us by singing 8 songs non-stop. Mummy was so worried that you couldn't hold your voice but you did it. After you finished the last song, you turned pale and collapsed on a chair. After 15 minutes of resting, you were back to your bubbly self again and started practising "Baby Baby" song with Evan. Though you did not win the top 3 prizes, in my heart, you had won as you had demonstrated the spirit of determination, passion and perseverance that night. Well done! Keep up the good spirit, Ashley!

Mummy would like to congratulate you for being a good leader that night. You were able to organize the group and led the group well. 玖健老师 must be very pleased with you. Below is his comments after watching the video on FB:

"光年创艺学生鼎祥与妹妹Abby（5岁〕现场表演”森林“我一首​相当有难度的作品，热诚，勇气与水准都值得嘉奖。thumbs up for Ashley and Abby performing my song "Forrest" at Hazel park resident night not long ago, i think they were much more relax when i am not around , happy to see them enjoyed performing and bring joy to others."

Mum & Dad don't mind you guys singing in the lift, toilet, car, bedroom or walking on the street as whenever you sing, you bring joy to us except when you sing too loud in the car! Hahaha...

Hugs,
Mum & Dad, your No. 1 Fan