Pictoria: Copenhagen's sunny day.

How to keep my children busy during a long flight journey? KUL-CPH

The most frightening thing when we plan to travel with children is when dealing with their unpredictable emotion. Maybe they are happy to travel at the beginning of the trip, or maybe they change it in the middle of the trip. This situation is just like the weather in Denmark when approaching the end of summer. It can be very sunny in the early morning, with a splash of radiant sunshine. But ended with rain that kills the feeling. Sigh.

Personally, I found this is very subjective, it depends on the kids. Parents should understand the needs of the children themselves. The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Copenhagen is long and tiring. My wife did a lot of research through reading. She finally decided to keep them busy, just the way they used to do while at home.

In very extreme circumstances, we have read there are parents who give drugs to children to calm down. For me, this step is unnecessary and detrimental. Parents should take this opportunity to provide an opportunity to learn about traveling.

It's time for them to get to know the clouds from a closer range!

We prepared toys and their favorite foods. In any case, the key to preoccupy children during the long flight is to understand the whims of your children. If an adverse event occurs, I would like to advice you to stay calm.

So be patient.

Parents, good luck!

Departure

Finally the long-awaited moment will come on the next day. However, I am still not at peace as long as I land safely in Copenhagen. I can say that I had fullfiled almost 80% of the preparations. The remaining may be just to transfer money to an account in Denmark, buy soap Taharah, and also get an international adapter.

Last week, I had returned to my hometown in Yan. I am a bit dissapointed as abah could not make to accompany my departure. So I decided to pay him a visit, and spend quality time with him (and others). Abah advised me to adopt some prayers during travel. Abah also promised to come to Denmark after I managed to settle down.

Till summer of next year, abah?

Bell's palsy.

Last Saturday, my wife has detected a slight change occurred on my second child. There are changes in facial muscles, especially when she smiled, or in tears. It seemed she could not move the facial muscles on the right side. According to my wife, this was very strange because most of the reported cases only happened to adults due to stroke.

Through my reading, this problem occurs because there is interference on the seventh nerve in the facial area. I was in worried due to the fact that it may be due to stroke, viral infection, tumour growth. Without further delay, I went to see the doctor.

I was fortunate to have opportunity to meet with Dr Alex, a doctor who specializes in children's neurological specialization. Dr Alex was very good, and my daughter has been very cooperative too. I was pleased when Dr Alex had ruled out tumor, and stroke. His initial diagnosis was Bell's palsy, and my daughter was put on anti-viral medication for the next two weeks. In addition, he also suggested us to attend physiotherapy sessions for correcting facial muscles of my child.

Honestly, I was impressed with the dedication shown by Dr. Alex. He asked us to keep him updated on Aufa’s progress even we proceed medical treatment in Denmark.

On a bright side, I see this as a good opportunity to treat my child esczema that she suffered since childhood. The medicine that has been prescribed contains corticosteroid that may curb the disease. It just like killing two birds with a stone.

I learned something from this incident - never treat your kids as grown up adults.

On sado

I'd find that it is rather difficult to define sado, but Junad M. Nor has put it nicely (inside joke). Lol

Visited Panda at Zoo Negara Kuala Lumpur

Last week we visited the pandas at the Zoo Negara in Kuala Lumpur. Personally, I've seen a lot of changes made to the zoo. Therefore, every penny spent was worth it. Even though the entry fee was raised, I think all the money will be channeled for the welfare of the animals. If you are an adult, and not more than 60 years, the fee is RM50. Half price applies to children aged 3 to 12 years.

In any case, enjoy the pictures! 

Let me show you the way to the palace panda. Come on!

My wife and me, the Malayan bear :p

Azkiya featuring panda in the background.

The panda was sleeping. You have to wait until 230 pm, so that it will wake up for feeding time.

Aufa with panda's smile.

The panelists for World Panda's Welfare.  

Sleepless in Seattle

What would I write actually has nothing to do with the title. I will write the story later on the other day as it's also an important story that shaped who I am now.

Somehow I frequently experienced sleep problems lately. Strange enough. My body is tired, while my head spinning actively - thinking, but do not thinking of anything.

I'm really confused.

I've got a good news from the Embassy of Denmark early this morning. The application of residence permits for our family has been approved. I've been waiting for this moment for nearly five weeks. I should be happy with the decision. However, I am still confused. Deep in my heart, I am very scared.

The decision to move to Copenhagen is not a small feat. I am worried about my father who is growing old. I am worried about my brother and sister who are still at school. I am also very concerned about the challenges ahead that I may face ahead – my PhD study.

So I wrote to my prospective SV this afternoon. It turned out that he was very happy with the news. Do I have to continue to worry? He is the reason why I keep Copenhagen as an option. He's too good to me since the first time I contacted him. I hope he does not turn away, change of heart. And I will not squander this opportunity.

Copenhagen, wait for me to come.