Happy to be a Mom!

I love this thought from President David O. McKay

"She, who can paint a masterpiece or write a book that will influence millions -- deserves the admiration and the plaudits of man. But she who rears a family of beautiful sons and daughters, whose influence will be felt through generations to come, long after paintings have faded, and books have been destroyed she deserves the highest honor that man can give, and the choicest blessings of God. In her high duty and service to humanity, she is co-partner with the Creator himself."


Sunday, September 25, 2011

Our New Condo- The Warren


We live in on the 11th Floor, so we have a great view! The apartment is about 1100 hundred square feet maybe a little less. We are fitting in great and really like it. We are close to the Mall, Grocery Store, Library, and MRT. We have about 5 families that just live a few stops away from us. We are have some really nice pools, lap pool, main pool, fun/kids pool, a playground, a gym, a tennis court and sort of bbq pits, and a community room.


Entry way my cedar chest, a shoe rack and the closed window into the kitchen. it is nice to have these shelves here, I love the willow tree dolls and am glad to have space for them. there are not much shelves here.

dinning room Decor. We had to hire a handy man to hang up the larger pictures in our house, (cause thats what you do out here with these cement walls). The smaller pictures we hung with Sticky stuff.
Our beautiful view, this picture does not do it justice, Singapore has a nature reserve that is acres of trees, and we overlook that and a golf course, and in the far distance Malaysia.
View of the Entry Way, Kitchen table area, and Kitchen door.
family room, with Bookshelf, and Toy Kitchen, which I bought for a steel of ($20.00) at Kid to Kid, i think it needs a makeover though.
Opposite side of the room, our comfy cloud couch and red Chair. The bed has a very comfortable sleeper sofa, hint hint in case you want to come visit
The door that leads to the Kitchen, it is closed and the kitchen does not have any air con. What were they thinking, it is like an oven, and is practically outside- since it attaches to the washer and dryer area which is litterly almost on a porch. Which also means I have a problem with ants, and am working really hard to get rid of them. Yuck.
My tiny Kitchen, if you have a walk in closet, this Kitchen would probalby fit inside it. There is the tiny oven which hold a 9x13 pan but nothing bigger, the sink and the tiny fridge.
The other side, small counter and fridge
The Washer and Dryer (so grateful for both of these), it is right next to the kitchen and is open to the outside like a porch. , the silver door is the Rubbish Shoot, which you open up and you throw whatever you want down 11 story's to a dumpster.
This is the Bomb Shelter (literally) every apartment has. A lot of times it is used as the Helper's room (aka maid/nanny) it is small about 6feet by 4 feet. And is right next to the washer and Dryer. There is no aircon, since it is open to the porch by the dryer.
Master bathroom towels.
Our dresser which fits in the rather wide hallway, really well, a good use of the what would have been wasted space (the hallway)
The large windowsill which is a great storage shelf for Naomi's Sewing stuff, that it all those boxes.
And look a little messy but an alcove in our room, which is a perfect sewing area!!!
The Master suite
Here is Marianne's room, her room is considered a closet because it does not have a built in

Spencer's room has a double bunk Bed, which takes up most of his room, but the bed has also become a play area and a fort, space ship, and a lot of fun.

another picture of the master bathroom
Hallway leading towards the Family room
The guest bathroom sink, decorated with a green hand towel and an original painting by Bridget Smith of the Utah Mountains- We love it Bridget thanks so much!
Guest Bathroom, with Shower.

6 comments:

Bridget said...

Even though the rooms look a little small, it looks like you actually have a lot of space! I am so happy that you have gotten settled and into a really nice apartment. AND I am also super impressed that you have an oven--even though it is small. Ovens seriously don't exist in Japan. We are so happy for you guys! (and miss you lots)

Kallista said...

Thanks for all the updates Na! I love them. Looks like a nice apartment that you have. It is probably nice to be settled in. That is awesome you have such great pools and playgrounds and mall. It is so tempting to hop on a plane and come visit right now.:) Miss you!

Let the Good Times Roll said...

Na your place looks great!!!! I think you have utilized your space well. So happy for you guys, hope Devin's job is going well. I do have to admit I am officially jealous! I hope it continues to be an incredible experience!

Elise said...

Looks like a really nice place to live! I was so excited to see that you had a "tour" up. It looks like you will be very happy there, especially with all the near-by amenities. I can't wait to hear more about Singapore!

arrielle_p said...

The place looks speachless, very nice condo. Lovely interior shots too.

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Calvin said...

Whoa, seeing Malaysia from your terrace is just wonderful. It’s a pretty nice place to stay for your family. I really love that Malaysia view from the terrace! :)

[Calvin Mordarski]