Thursday, February 23, 2006
Amira went to her first soccer match at the stadium last night. The game was between Singapore & Iraq for the Asian Cup qualifiers and we won 2-0 (at least worth it).OK, so part of the reason we decided to lug her was because we are almost certain that the stadium will not house full capacity of the usual 60 000. So at least she would have enough room to move around and keep herself busy. She was of course more excited by the sight of the dancing lion mascot than the game. Amirul is more excited to talk about the big TV screen than whats on the field. While constantly rubbing his eyes, he keeps himself entertained with the bagful of crackers & chocolates packed by my mum, and also the line of drinks bought by Yan & Jeff, our homeboys.
Halftime, we moved sits after being dogged by constant chatter by an OTT makcik behind us who provided unwanted commentaries about soccer and other stories pertaining the players & their families. And she won't even stop during half-time. By then Mira busies herself playing near the steps & Amirul, since he did not have any small toys with him, decided to play with his fingers who by then are 2 characters on an adventure. Then they moved on to a game with fist & hands - So I figured oklah whatever that will keep them busy & occupied. We left at full-time and Amirul, this being his 2nd match, though sleepy, did enjoy himself & Amira came back with a very stained trousers.
