School Drop-off Blues, Updated Daily Makeup Routine, and FOOD | Hong Kong Vlog

[@lisaakinlabi]

As a former preschool owner the happiest kids at school are the ones whos parents just hug, kiss and say, "Have a good day, see you later." Kids do 100% better than the parents and more than you can imagine. They love being with the other kids and exploring. Sounds like Levi most certainly can do it! They will cry for you but 100% they stop crying 2 seconds after the parents leave. If parents drop off with confidence, the kids have confidence.

[@stephanie-fh5qv]

My brother used do cry for hours, so the staff at the kindergarten called my mum to talk to make him stay home. But she couldnt afford it. He did it for several months. I did the same. But I agree that in most cases the kids take it better than the parents.

[@valarya]

Absolutely!! When my kid got that age I would go in talking excitedly to other kids and the teachers almost ignoring my kiddo (it was a full ACT lol) and he would run off to play with something and never noticed me leaving. They do SO much better than we do. 😅😅

[@alomafoggo3239]

As always, love seeing Hong Kong. Your mackerel recepie looked delicious❤ Levi is 3 and going to school - time goes so quickly.

[@ctgctg1]

I agree with this. 💯

[@EmilyVanDerHell]

I also work with kids and I agree with you @lisaakinlabi

[@AWAKENIUM]

I have the biggest smile on my face -- "I can do it" omg so sweet. You're such a good momma.

[@phang5700]

👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@pgk3052]

😅

[@piajensen3223]

She is such a sweet woman

[@brilliantbutblue]

Seems like only yesterday that sweet Levi was born. The days are long, but the years are short. Thank you for sharing.

[@SQUIDELIZA]

You prepared him well enough to feel like he could handle his first day!!! What a huge parenting win, I know that had to be hard but it’s also proof you’ve done a great job😭

[@BittenBerry]

Hey Taylor, still haven't sinked in to me that you are already married and have Levi in your life now. I was just watching you back then when I was in college, girl you were my stress reliever on my toxic days, you were still a model back then in Tokyo, and I was even in your Dolly era shopping in Tokyo and Lush, dancing some anime dance craze in a park. In your day in a life with subtitles coz you spoke japanese. It was nostalgic! and I'm soooooo proud of you. You are a great mother and elbow san too. I'm always been your fan ever since. Lots of love ❤

[@irisg3742]

Omg I forgot “Tom” was only “Elbow san” for a while lol 😂❤

[@BittenBerry]

@@irisg3742 girl he isssss! I remember we call him elbow san coz on the photo it was only his elbow and a lot of people were speculating taytay is dating someone already hahahahah but yesss!! ❤️

[@erin5109]

His tiny little voice 😭 I can only imagine how adorable “I can do it” sounded lol I would have been crying too

[@UltimateSlashCare]

I love how you always include Rosie in every family activity. So heartwarming ♥️

[@senemudes]

What I really like about you is that you are not that model or that mom but Taylor living her life, cooking food, shopping second hand, visiting fantastic places, and also having fun in every second of life, but most importantly you show us your weaknesses and watching the change you are going through is amazing. Thank you for being such an inspiration.

[@himynameishelen]

He was strong because of what a good mama you are! He knows that you're always there loving and supporting him, so he can do things away from you with confidence because he knows you're always in his corner and that he can rely on you. His confidence in being away from you should be your absolute strongest evidence that you're doing a wonderful job ♥

[@seafarer_]

Yes, this! He is so confident partly because he is so loved ❤

[@cchsmcbennett]

This is how I was on my son's first day of pre-k. He just looked at me and smiled and told me he loved me and walked in with no problems. While I sat in my car and cried. Now it's been three weeks and he is loving every minute of it. You're doing such a great job, Tay! 💘

[@katricepurisima]

I cant believe I've been following tay since her tokyo dolly days and now we're both moms... Ive been re-watching all the people I used to watch in the 2010s and Im so glad I did it. This is such a comfort space for me

[@MutantMelo]

"I can do it" and let go on his own 😭❤ so strong! You did so great, you are strong too

[@natevaG85]

I've been struggling as my 10 month old boy is still not sleeping through the night, it has truly started to affect my mood and it has challenged my positive and patient outlook as a mother. Your video is a reminder that this time with him will go quickly. I need to cherish my time with the little guy ❤ He will be one very soon. The thought gets me teary. Thank you for your beautiful posts Taylor. It's just a lovely way to start my weekend 😊 I hope you and your family stay well. Sending lots of strength and love from Sydney 💙🩵 Xx

[@jasminecorvic9519]

So true about how toddlers simultaneously age you and keep you young. I've gotten more grey hairs since having a toddler, but also more spontaneous dance parties during my day!

[@Athlynne]

Awww, so brave! Be sure to tell Levi that all his honorary aunties and uncles are so proud of him! And his adorable little voice reminds me of when my nephews were little, so nostalgic...

[@KukyLyrics]

Las mamás somos las que más lloramos el primer día de clases, los niños son los fuertes ahora, recuerdo en el primer día que dejé a mi niño en el jardín de niños también lloré, y ahora que entró a la primaria, también lloré, más porque ya no podía entrar a dejarlo en su salón de clases, ver a Tay llorar me hizo llorar también, imagino como se siente ella, es una excelente persona.

[@jennyhayes2243]

Last week I dropped off my little girl to her first day at nursery. She had an amazing first day and I did have a little cry when I let her go. She's done so amazing! It's amazing to see our kids grow

[@penelopecortes6260]

First days of school are hard on us mothers. Levi is such a beautiful boy.😊

[@jerometsowinghuen]

It is touching to see Levi starts his first day of school, Miss Taylor, even you didn't need to assist him to walk to the front gate, which is satisfying.

[@marystuart6180]

Since I've cutted on fast changing social media platforms due to focusing on studying and my well-being, I only watch KZbin... And it's so lovely to be able to still see a bit if your life here. So please, continue yt, vlogging, videos etc. I think, more people are reducing their time on social media and going back to the roots of KZbin... Longer content versions, to slow down. Instagram and stuff is just to fast paced and overstimulating, especially if people work much

[@Sparrow-Wren]

During puberty, my hair went from stick straight to curly ringlets pretty much overnight! It’s been curly ever since. I love it so much!

[@rosedown4267]

I'm crying with Taylor in the car omg you are so cute taylor, being here and watching you all those year's i am so proud of you, good mom

[@eli8009]

I work with kids starting from 2 months olds. They really grow up way faster, than you think! Becoming independent is sooo important! You are doing great mama! 😊

[@isabellelimhow8525]

The world needs emotionally healthy children, not children who grows faster and become independent faster!

[@eli8009]

@@isabellelimhow8525 Both can be true. They should have the opportunity to explore their full potential. If adults don’t allow that just because it feels ‘Way too fast’, they’re just blocking their learning process. Of course balancing these things is hard, but ‘independence’ is not a bad thing.

[@jj-if6it]

2 months old, that's so sad :(

[@willowberry8719]

My kid just started in preschool. AND she has done so well! But I get so sad when I see if she has a hard time saying goodbye or if she is not happy when I pick her up. I just have to remember that's only a few moments of the day and she is thriving with her peers and having fun. You've got this mamma!

[@CaptJackPal]

I love the in your 30s makeup advice. Your the first person I’ve seen recommended less is more and it’s so helpful thank you. I love that you still keep your signature lip style.

[@Jem923]

On my first day of kindergarten I was crying in class because I thought my mom had left me. For the next few weeks my mom sat by outside our classroom window the whole time and I would always check if she was there, she would wave or smile at me. Moms are the best.

[@marsugoikawaii]

Watched this two days after dropping my 2yr old son at school for the first time and completely broke down again 😅. Those mama feeling are SO BIG when milestones like this come around. I was so proud of my son when he hugged me and then walked away from me and said “see you later mama” and walked inside with his teacher 😭. I went and cried in my car too. ❤

[@itsmecp]

The more "Hong Kong" content I see, the more I want to travel there. Unfortunately traveling isn't possible for me at the moment for health reasons. Seeing a little glimpse of the City through these videos makes me so happy. Also I love how you share your journey with motherhood. As a toddler going to Kindergarten aged 3 I was the same as Levi. The first week I was just excited and then the reality of me having to be there everyday set in. I cried and didn't want to go there. This stopped after a few days though and I loved it and made friends. I am 28 now and I start to notice signs of ageing too and I am so happy about it. There was a time in my life, I thought I wouldn't be alive and get to be this age or even 18. My makeup routine in my 20ies was kind of like yours is now and since covid I kind of stopped using any Makeup at all.

[@Oliveh7093]

I hope you know Taylor how much hope and comfort you give people. Your videos remind me that life isn't perfect but it's worth it. Thank you.

[@notkat3662]

Levi is so brave!!! Shows you’re doing so good as a mom Taylor!!! As a long time viewer being along for the ride and watching your family go through these bittersweet milestones makes me so happy for how far you’ve come! You and your little family are so inspiring!!! ❤❤❤

[@elittle711]

Dude. That first day of school is hard, no matter what age they are. Unfortunately both of mine cried... and so did I back at the car. I called my MIL and she was with another mom friend. They both cried, too, and said they still remember that as one of their hardest times. You and Levi did AMAZING! Congrats, you two. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@BashYou]

I have been following you I many years and see you how you changed from a young model to a mom who do everything with her son is good inspiration🤍 I love the way you spent your time with Levi and always make food together. You are truly a amazing mother ❤Levi is lucky to have you

[@ShiroVK870]

you are such a great mom u are making a very brave baby. but most importantly ur a very loving mom which more than anything in the world is the most important thing.

[@naomihayler4793]

My great grandparents and my granny lived in Hong Kong in the 1930’s and I love watching you out and about and imagining what it was like for them. They lived on the peak and my great grandfather ran the hospital. ❤

[@jj-if6it]

So glad you've started uploading regularly again!

[@BenedictChen]

“Llama Llama Misses Mama” is a great book if they start getting separation anxiety.

[@katrinarozga7650]

As a Canadian mom of 2 small boys (3.5, 1.5) I relate to this so much I actually cried when you were talking about dropping him off. I actually couldn't do the very first day with my first, my husband did it cuz I would have lost it lol. I think I'm more prepared for my second.

[@frozenpixie8801]

We just had our first day of school too. I am convinced it's harder on us parents! I already see how much my son has learnt and grown in just a week.

[@shoebaglady8374]

Totally a normal reaction for moms on the first day of school. It’s very sweet.

[@kateg7298]

Levi is adorable and congratulations Momma for being so brave on his first day of school. I love the new contentment you seem to have. Everything seems to be simpler but with bigger joys. That's all any of us really look for in life.

[@AHall-hj4hs]

You both are such amazing parents ❤ you’re love shines through Levi

[@rochellelafayette5000]

You are a Amazing Momma! It is very hard to leave them after we have kept them so close every day of their life. It goes against our instincts. I love watching your sweet videos.

[@Oliveh7093]

Also your skin looks so amazing! Would love an updated video how you got rid of acne, etc :)

[@yikes2239]

My mom had super straight hair before I was born. After she has me, it became wavy. It's so crazy just how much our bodies can change within a short time-span. I'm really enjoying the styles of videos you've been creating. I look forward to watching the next one!

[@Clear_Night4]

You did an amazing job staying composed and positive for Levi's first day of school so he didn't get scared and sad. His little "I can do it" is the cutest thing ever! love toddlers 💕 I've been having the same issue with makeup making me look older by highlighting my creases now that i'm in my early 30's 😭 Also: I just tried a savory oatmeal recipe and it was amazing! I've wanted to try savory oatmeal since I saw a recent video of yours where you made some, but I've been equally too nervuos to try it out at the same time 😅 recipe I used: stock, oats, onions, garlic, popular herbs in italian cooking, parmesan cheese, and gruyere cheese 🥰

[@maraguo8474]

I just love to see your happiness with family members which makes me feel so relaxed and moved. Thank you Taylor ❤

[@hkgirlyork2703]

Love your Hong Kong vlogs. I miss Hong Kong so much and it helps to watch your daily life there. Thanks for posting! You are a wonderful Mom and your family is beautiful!!

[@CC-di8pe]

I usually go to a few stalls down to have my shoes fixed. I think the store name is Chan Foo Kee. The cobbler/owner is an older gentleman. He is super efficient, helpful and very kind. His wife is always there during lunch time and peak hours to assist him. Though I don't work in Central anymore, I still take my shoes to Chan Foo Kee.

[@Khione777]

You are doing an amazing job as a mom taytay! So sweet to see him growing

[@asiacaldera9160]

Your videos are very relaxing and fun. I especially enjoy the taste of Hong Kong and makeup info.

[@dittoroxursox1o1]

The first day is so hard, but in a few days he'll be talking about all of his new friends and you'll see him making jokes you've never seen and realize that's from school. It's crazy how much their worlds expand when they start being with other kids without their parents.

[@MiniDount]

Very true, I changed my makeup routine near my late 30. And yes, thinner or subtle eye line definitely gives more eyelid space, which is quite important and the biggest habit I have changed so far. Great to see your updates, keep it up ❤

[@C_M_L-666]

When I got poregnant my hair turned white. I was amazed and so was my mom. She still talks about it today lol :) I love you Taylor. You are inspiration to many, including me :)

[@lauraelainedesilets1189]

My heart goes out to you during this new tradition... I feel like I've watched this amazing little boy grow up to be a strong confident boy. Of course you shed some tears it's quite a change. Look how well you and Tom have done ✅✅✅ Your makeup looks on point and you look lovely and refreshed with lighter makeup. I've been doing my blushikr you since you told me...game changer !!!! Love your cupid bow lips/tutorial. So proud of you my sweet 💓💓💓

[@Tu-AnhTW]

I’m only 4 minutes into your video and I’m crying 😢😢 our 6 month old is in daycare right now and I miss him so so so much 😢 I’m going back to work next week and it’s so hard not being with him everyday. We did IVF too and your IVF videos helped me so much Taylor!! ❤

[@williamchin5904]

What a great life! Love your multi-cultural family. Let's go multiculturalism, peace, respect and love! Prayers and well wishes fellow human being!

[@deeboolove1301]

Thank you for sharing this intimate time with your family cooking your fresh make up. You’re adorable son your lovely husband, the delicious food your real life and I love the fresh make up. You just look so beautiful natural and I’m learning to do that too. I’ve always enjoyed a lot of make up and, my psychic said get back to a more natural look so I’m working on that. I really enjoyed this.❤

[@JustSheik]

I do a lot of the same makeup techniques and we are only like 5 months apart in age. So that makes sense! Less is more in the 30s!! ❤ I thoroughly enjoyed this vlog. Also as a past preschool teacher I can say many of the parents I had to send photos of their child having fun in class to them to ease their anxiety! You’re a good mama and Levi is doing great already.

[@Jen-rf5xb]

On a different note comparison to others about nurseries. Levi looks EXACTLY like you. Omg he’s going to be a heart breaker when he grows up! He is adorable!

[@Jen-rf5xb]

On the school note. I did exactly like you, but bit later, I let her have half a day at 4yo. As opposed to a full day where her fellow mini school mates were in. Then yr 1 comes… it was full day. We’ll always have anxiety. Learn to believe in them. You’ve taught him all you need and can, he’ll put into use, coz that’s how I learnt of my daughter. She remember everything I taught her before full day school. Stuff like “please and thank yous”, don’t spread your fingers at door hinges, wash your hands, layer the toilet with tissues, don’t randomly touch anything… Levi will remember and know. Don’t worry

[@abejitasqueaks]

Ok that fish recipe looks seriously delish. And as someone with japanese partner, you actually made miso soup the right way. Please consider sharing more asian cooking 🤩

[@fauzianalwoga]

My now late mum never stopped talking about my first day at school back in 2002😢. I miss her so much

[@felicitylee5359]

I really love your content! I found your channel initially when we were also going through IVF and I found it really helpful and cathartic... I'm from HK and I grew up in Toronto. Since 2013, I have been living in Belgium as my hubby is Belgian... We have a little girl who is soon turning one 😊 Your content is so diverse and interesting and really shows off all the great things about HK too! I was wondering how do you do a date night, do you have a babysitter?

[@AngD03]

My momma heart feels for you, Taylor! That’s such a great sign that Levi went to class like a big boy! Hugs💕

[@marystuart6180]

I'd love to see Rosie more often in the vlogs ❤ lovely moments, appreciate your videos so much

[@dianarodriguez2503]

Omg in school already!!! How the time flys!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@esunadeluna]

My almost 2 year old just walked in too, no crying! Good to know I'm not the only one with a kid that just are content starting p-school ❤

[@LadyOfTheFae]

You're such a wonderful dog mom and mom to Levi! I can't believe he's in school 😭😭 my son is almost 5 so I understand the feels mama!!!! ❤

[@alex116274]

the "I can do it" that made me so emotional too 🥺

[@baymoo]

ooo im early SCHOOL ALREADY?? time flies cant believe it it will get better

[@amiixo]

Hi Taylor! I’m so happy to see this vlog ❤️ you’re an amazing mom and we are all so proud of you!

[@mimmiediits9661]

Great job Mama!!! It's such a beautiful journey but there will always be milestones that feel like an emotional rollercoaster♥

[@monicaw6247]

I know how u felt. My boy moved to Chicago for college years ago ( we live in calif). University gave parents the tissue when we sent our kids off. I think its way more challenging for the parents than the kids to be separated.

[@pampoovey6722]

Awww, big hugs. It’s scary but he is gonna be fine. Don’t feel bad. We prefer to yoink them from you as you say bye to minimise tears. You’re doing so well. It’s very normal to be so emotional as a parent.

[@catL156]

Look up Dr Erica Komisar you need to watch her

[@nadiabarmasse5294]

Levi is so brave thanks to you and Tom, because you give him so much love , he will be an amazing young man in the future 🥺💖 This vlog was so cute and fun to watch as always 💖

[@kittenmittens12]

The waves in your hair are perfect 🤩

[@cypriennezed5640]

Thank you for including the metal stir stick mishap, real life, amirite? 😆 (Hugs for school-dropoff emotions 💜)

[@jenniferalicia21]

I cried with you I've been watching you for years since 2016 🥹 beautiful family thank you for sharing with us

[@Mervescozycorner]

taylor im so proud of u, Levi is an absolute champ!

[@dawnmarieandjeff]

I'm crying for you!! I have a 20 month old and I totally get it.

[@LoveForCafeLicor]

I'm not a mum but I'm very emotional and I can imagine how for someone who's wanted to be a mum for so long and struggled so much how bittersweet must have been that separation at school when you've been with him aaaall the time since birth ❤

[@evathegrowing]

My son is attending PN as well, our boys are definitely much stronger and braver than us. I started tearing up when he carried his school bag and walking towards the school 😢 Precious moments ❤

[@hollybrooke322]

I completely feel you. I cried at all of my kids first days at school. It’s usually harder on mommas.

[@RacheleMellai]

You are such a great mum Taylor! ❤

[@tarabooartarmy3654]

OMG, Taylor started to cry and then I started to cry 😭 They grow up so fast 😭😭

[@HelloMoto_]

Aww you did so well! I can’t believe how big he is, seems like yesterday we were following your journey through pregnancy.

[@GiGiWellness28]

My eldest daughter also started school when she was 2 years old when we were living in Hong Kong. She was enjoying herself on her first day to school, that she even asked me to leave while some kids were crying and did not want their parents to leave. I did not expect how brave she was. My husband had gone to that lady shoes repairer at Theatre Lane, Central, to have his shoes fixed in the past.

[@jessicastickney7163]

Taylor, I’m so happy for you and your beautiful family! You are a wonderful loving mom!!❤️😊

[@SILVIATHEGIRLS]

You are a wonderful mum Taylor 🥰 for Lewis as you have been for the little Rosie. I have 2 big girls : 🐼🐻a border collie and a black German shepherd and my heart sink at seeing them getting older. I cherish every single moments I have with them 🩷love to you and your beautiful family and a very special big gentle hug to the little Rosie 🐶💕Love from us Sil & 🐼🐻Xxx

[@juppaustria2924]

hello Taylor, Tom San and Levi (and Rosie of course) I can totally understand you, when my daughter went on her own summer vacation with a group for the first time (she was 8 years old at the time), I felt exactly the same as you. In Austria, children only go to kindergarten from the age of 3 and with us just for a few hours. He is now 2 years? that is very early compared to Austria, but he's such a handsome, clever little man. all my best wishes to you and thank you for vlogging💖💖💖

[@TaylorXo5]

My daughter went to school for the first time this year to kindergarten! I balled my eyes out seeing her walk in the doors with the teacher and look back at me and wave❤its such a sad but bitter sweet feeling, we remember back when they were born and just tiny little babies!

[@eb4052]

Omg I teared up watching you cry. I almost cried myself lol 🥹 When you said he’s only 2 years old and I was like omg we were just watching your pregnancy vlogs. He’s growing so fast and it’s wild!

[@chrisanntrujillo131]

Loved this, thanks for sharing. I’m now inspired to make that mackerel dish 😋 Levi is getting so big! I’ve been following since your IVF videos- having gone through a successful IVF cycle myself last year ❤

[@Zzzabrina]

I Sure wasnt watching youre Videos one year or more but im shovking how cute Levi is so cool mommah! Good job🎉

[@mrsvickigriffin]

Bless your heart they grow up far faster than we like

[@viktoriasubicz2185]

Been here since Taylor 2.0 crying with you through your jorney trying to conceive and now watching Levi growing up :')

[@heartdepart6953]

I love your outfit for date night! Sooo classy and elegant and just beautiful!

[@MakeupMenaree]

And I cried my eyes out the last day of my youngest in High School. She laughed at me and told me I was being dramatic. She also walked right in her 1st day of school. Always independent. We are all crying with you ❤❤

[@leslieramirez1887]

Love Rosie she is so precious!!!!! 🫶🐾🌸😃❤

[@Sdreamz805]

I teary eyed reminiscing when my boys was little their first day of school. It's definitely hard for mom's to feel this way. Yesterday it was my son first day in 6th grade in middle school and 17 year old son senior year in high school. 😢 Kid are growing way too fast.

[@CynLouWho]

Times have changed. My kids went to half day "preschool" at 3 years old. One liked it; one hated it lol. First day by themselves was at 5, I think. You're very brave, Taylor.