#tantrum

Before we head north to Shangri-la, we did an activity that we enjoyed most. Blue dye painting!

It was so fun! Thought maybe we should buy one of the scarf to support them. So I bought one for Helene and another for Paula.

Low and behold, someone's face turn black cause I bought for Helene. haha

On the way to Shangri-la, we stop by in one of the village to have lunch. The food wasn't that bad..

Ordered the bun in replacement of the rice and someone wasn't happy about this matter... cause she wanted rice~ haha

After we finish eating, we were given an option if we want to wear traditional tibetan costume to take picture or to have coffee. We get to choose one that is funded by the agent.

So we chose traditional clothing as we can buy our own coffee.

When we were at the shop, the lady was explaining what is covered in the package. Clem was hesitant if she should take it cause she didn't want to pay extra for anything. That's cause she has no money. haha. She refuse to take the costume until she knows what's going on. I had to make sure I come clear with them before I translate on what was being mentioned. When I gave them the green light, she was fine taking it then.

So we took the costume and did our own photography. We didn't hire a photographer cause it'll cost 300yuan (RM180) per person to take pictures.

We went out to take pictures together with me, being the photographer.

Taking it halfway, the tour guide told us to go up to the bell. The altitude was high. We had no issue climbing except clem. haha

When we reach the top, I ask uncle alex to help me take an individual picture of me. I took one for him to show him what i actually want. Wanted to take for others too but tour guide said to go up higher so we can go push the bell. That has already refrained us from taking pictures.

We went up, Alex and Clem went to push the bell while mom and myself took some pictures.

On the way down, I told the agent to take a picture of us by the wall as it's nice.

Low and behold, an angry voice said, "ALEX, WHY I DON'T HAVE AN INDIVIDUAL PICTURE OF MYSELF?"

And Alex looked at her and said frustratedly and annoyed, 'Ok, will take one for you' while i echoed what was mentioned by uncle Alex.

And then the face got darker and was allergic to the camera suddenly.

So I took a solo picture of her after that.

IT WAS SO UNFLATTERING!!! Don't even bother having one picture on my phone of her. Hahhahahaah

Ok, if you would like a picture of yourself taken, please inform. There's no need to drama and throw tantrum. You're an adult. Suck up your jealousy and speak nicely to people. Jeez.

I had to make peace with her that night and remain joyful to ensure no one feels awkward. I bought her a fan to cool her down from all the anger that she has in her.

Anyway, being away from her and seeing my hotel makes me happy

Not every outburst is a tantrum.

Understanding the difference between an autism meltdown, a tantrum, and emotional dysregulation can help parents respond with empathy instead of frustration.