Happy Little People in the House: Playtime with Ethan's toy

Last Sunday, 3 of us (Uaua, Momoi & Me) went to Aunty J's house (upstairs) for a short visit. The kids love to go out and it doesn't matter if it's only 10 meters away from home as long as they are outside the main door their expression will suddenly change from gloomy to happy mood. I guess everyone needs fresh air once in a while.

Anyway, Momoi is the happiest as she gets to "play" with Ethan's toy (or should I say she gets to "munch"...). Poor Moira, I don't buy many toys for her for the following reasons:
1. She inherits her brother's basket full of toys - Buying more toys means more junks in the house.
2. Most of the toys in market nowadays are "Made in China" which add to the no-no list due to lead content on the toys. Many of Uaua's toy were already packed ready to be thrown away due to this reason and mind you most of these toys are the expensive & branded ones, i.e. Fisher Price, etc (I had minor heartache when I think of all the money spent on them... but better safe than sorry).
3. Mama & Papa a bit stingy in buying toys (have to admit this one...). For Uaua we made a resolution only to buy him toys for his birthday and Christmas only. So I guess the same goes with Moira (have to be fair with both children).

It's very hard not to buy toys actually especially when many of the toys nowadays are innovative and so called "built for the development" of your child. I have to admit I like window shopping for toys but I always remind myself the 3 reasons above not to buy them.

Going back to the topic - I concluded that Moira had a fun time playing with Ethan's toys as she has limited choice of toys at home. Maybe a little deprivation will make them appreciate more...