T-time!

The beginning

Borrowing D's words, it was a visit long awaited. We paid them a visit finally, after receiving the long awaited parcels. D invited us over for English Tea. We were so excited beyond words! Especially Sarah.

I had to keep on reminding her that we were going at 3pm, and she asked me every 5 seconds, "Dah 3 o'clock ke belum?" I made sure that Amar and Sarah have their afternoon naps earlier than usual. So that they were up by 3pm. We didn't want to be late for our first visit. Good first impression matters very much.

We walked to D's house. (So you can imagine how close it is!) It might have taken us only 5 minutes but at Sarah's pace, it took us 10 minutes or so. But it was fine. The weather was good.


The English Tea
D has stretched herself at preparing all sorts of tea snacks for us. When we arrived, the food was all laid out nicely on the table. There were at least four different type of food! Her children were decorating the home-made biscuits with colourful icings. I was so impressed with everything and I kept on making mental notes on how good D was. Even better, the food was served on Denby tableware! Yes, be very jealous.

I'm definite now that she is a very good cook. She has done her research well and she has even involved her children with the tea party. I was the one who didn't bother to make extra effort to bring 'English' buah tangan (oh malunya!).


The curious children
Also upon arrival, my children have really made themselves at home! Sarah straight away climbed up the stairs, while Amar went into the second reception room. Both tried to ransack D's house. I was really worried that they would break D's collection of antiques. D was so cool (sporting) when Amar started to juggle with the satsumas. There were loads of toys, but he still chose to play with the fruits.

I pledged and swore so many times that I was not going to D's house again until I train my children to behave themselves. But I think I will not resist if we were invited again to have another round of English tea!

Forgetful
Babah has reminded me early in the morning to bring along the camera. I thought I have instructed my head to remember too. But alas, I still forgot. How am I supposed to blog without photos? I think the best way is to redirect all of you to D's blog, where she has beautifully written about the day. And you will get all the precise details of the menu.

Or perhaps, I should be naughty and pinch one of her photos?


The Parting
Not only that D has prepared all the delicious delicacies, she has also kindly sent us all home by car! When we reached infront of our house, Sarah invited D's daughter, Princess inside. Obviously, she likes Princess very much. D let her daughter to stay for awhile and agreed to come and fetch her later.

Sarah was elated! They were both playing happily together in the living room. Not long after that, Babah got home from work, and 5 minutes later D arrived to fetch Princess. It was a very short stay, Sarah was not happy to let Princess go home. She started to cry, wail, bawl (you name it!) in the living room. It was a little embarrassing but I am taking it positively that she is showing some positiveness on making new friends.


Credits
Thank you so much D for your special treat (and the photo I nicked from your blog!). We have really enjoyed ourselves at your house. And yes, we should do this again... soon!