Children
‘Bang, ‘Dik
I’ve always called the twins by their first names ever since they were babies but when DH started referring to them as ‘Abang’ and ‘Adik’ (Big Brother and Small Brother), everyone else followed suit, including me, albeit reluctantly at first. It was sometime in November 2007 when they started calling each other ‘Bang’ and ‘Dik’, … Continue reading
12…14
Twin1 has been very difficult lately. As in, he gives me such a hard time whenever it’s time for bed. Night after endless night, long after Twin2 has dozed off, Twin1 continues to play and sing and chatter endlessly. Even when I turn the lights off. He just refuses to sleep until he’s so exhausted … Continue reading
Who Owns Me?
I once asked someone what it’s like to grow up with a twin. He paused for a second, then answered point-blank, “Constant competition.” And boy! Is he right! You almost always find the twins bickering over something, usually involving ownership or the right to use something first. The fight can be over the smallest thing … Continue reading
Mickey Mouse’s Ear?
When I got home from work yesterday, it was Twin2 who opened the door for me. Immediately, I noticed something strange with his right ear. It was huge and it protruded outwards. Kinda like Mickey Mouse’s ear. I don’t recall either one of his ears ever looking like that. I asked the maid about it … Continue reading
When ‘Egg’ Was Yellow
As I mentioned in a previous post, the twins’ verbal development continues to astound me. I often wonder if they’re gifted. But, as usual, I always remind myself that maybe I’m just biased because I’m their mother. At 2 years 4 months, they can now talk in full sentences, they can answer questions, they correct … Continue reading
