2017-03-27 14:15
The definition of empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. As communication becomes more digitized, interaction between parents and children has diminished. Th… Read More
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It's a sharing of parental journey as a mom and educator. This blog is to share my experiences and learnings in life.
2017-03-24 12:27
Exams is in 2 weeks time. Parents out there do you have the same pre-exams experience and stress? These are the usual statements I've got from my 9 years old kid while doing revision!1) "Mom… Read More
2016-12-31 10:22
In a few more hours, we will bid goodbye to 2016. It has been a year full of learning curve for me.As a mother who left corporate world...I learnt that there's no Standard Operating Pr… Read More
2016-12-21 14:54
Today we are celebrating Winter Solstice, a celebration also known as 'Dongzhi' to the Chinese. It is part of the important celebration in the Chinese calendar. It is usually falls on… Read More
2016-12-19 09:18
Last Saturday, I was among the 10 lucky moms from Malaysia Primary School Parents Facebook group join Milo Bento Box Workshop @ Cilantro Culinary Academy. I loved the choice of venue wh… Read More
2016-12-07 13:08
3 years ago, today marked the end of my so called perfect world. My dream job in the corporate world, financial sound, getting the right messages through to the right people and the list go… Read More
2016-11-17 02:47
Every year, we are prone to have 2 celebrations for the girls with their friends and also our families and close friends. Last year we have our celebration in A&W so this year we change… Read More
2016-11-01 08:39
Every year, we are prone to have 2 celebrations for the girls with their friends and also our families and close friends. Last year we have our celebration in A&W so this year we change… Read More
2016-10-31 15:03
For the Deepavali's holiday, we decided to bring the girls to visit Bird Park for the much needed walk after their exams. K L Bird Park was only 10 mins drive from Kuala Lumpur City Centre t… Read More
2016-09-27 16:44
It has been long spending some "you and I" time with Jie Jie. With the hectic school schedule and activities timetable, we have all most no time to sit down for a quiet lunch.First time tryi… Read More
2016-07-08 07:37
Since we have long taken a good rest, this Raya holidays we went back to Semenyih to sleep, eat and play. Of course my idea was backed by my angel and princess. They loved the spacious and q… Read More
2016-07-08 07:01
Last month, after exam we brought Zoe to cinema for a movie, 'The Kid from the Big Apple'. As usual, Zoe was thrilled but have difficulty to understand the movie. But today, since she reques… Read More
2016-07-07 14:28
Last Sunday, Mei Mei's preschool had their annual Talent time show and definitely Mei Mei was thrilled and excited. She has been practicing and showing us her performance.However, on that da… Read More
2016-07-07 14:28
For the last 2 weeks, revisions and exams has conquered nearly half of Jie Jie's time including play time. So, during the Labour Day holiday, we surprised the girls with a staycation at Tanj… Read More
2016-07-07 14:28
I was at a Japanese restaurant and was disturbed by 2 primary boys behavior. The scenario is like this. Seated at the center of the restaurant a mother was with her 2 boys finished eating. M… Read More
2016-04-22 06:35
Yes the haze is back and together with the El Nino effect it 's unbearable. Since yesterday, I have been feeling choked and breathing difficulties. Don't get me wrong, I do not have any brea… Read More
2016-04-21 16:13
I still insist that having a pet is a long term commitment. I don't encourage young kids to have their pets until they can take care of themselves. That' why till now we're not getting… Read More
2016-04-20 14:04
It's difficult to keep a 5 years old busy, moreover when they are sick. Today, Mei Mei is resting at home due to throat infection. Unless she's on medication, Mei Mei is drowsy but otherwise… Read More
2016-04-15 10:35
(Backdated 7 Dec 2015)For the past few days, the girls were really excited and can’t wait till 7th Dec, the date we will have our vacation after 2 years. This is the first time we are… Read More
2016-04-06 10:43
Travelling with kids can be stressful. I have mine 5 years ago when travelling to Bali with Jie Jie, who was then 2.5 years. Here is some learning I’ve gained while travelling with my… Read More
2016-04-04 15:25
Once I read in Chicken Soup for Mom , it inspired me to start writing letters to my kids-to-be during my pregnancy. It has been quite a while I've kept the letters until recently Jie Jie was… Read More
2016-03-31 04:47
I'm a strong believer of 'good breakfast perk up the day'. A cuppa of black coffee with a bun or two is good enough. Plus point is the environment where you can relax and enjoy your first me… Read More
2016-03-11 16:46
"Time for School Holidays" - That's what Jie Jie told me this evening. She was excited about her holiday plans that she has negotiated! She can't wait to go to the library to borrow her desi… Read More
2016-02-23 11:28
(backdated to 1 Jan 2016)While thinking what to do on 1st Jan, Mom suggested that we can have a 1 day trip to Kuala Woh and Chemor, since her friend is organising a tour with a great feast o… Read More
2016-02-23 11:13
(backdated to 1st Jan)Every year, the girls will be given a task during the long school holidays. Last year Jie Jie was given the task to write the ‘Journals of my Life’.&nb&hell…Read More
2016-02-23 03:50
Last Saturday, Daddy brought us to his cousin’s wedding dinner. There was a pre-cocktail party, which I’m sure its purpose was to ensure guests arrive on time. Besides the cockta… Read More
2016-02-23 03:50
While doing spring cleaning for Chinese New Year, I found a piece of childhood memory – my favourite ‘The Sound of Music’. Watching it in different age gave me differ… Read More
2016-02-23 03:26
At home, birthday is an important event to show appreciation to each other. This year I felt so touched with Jie Jie who make a difference by preparing a birthday card a few days ahead… Read More
2016-02-09 16:13
I've been in and out Semenyih for the past 10 years since my parents got a retirement house here. Recently, I've been hearing a lot about food and place of interest in Semenyih and dec… Read More
2016-02-09 16:08
Every year we celebrate the first day of Chinese Lunar Year with my in laws. However, this year my mother in law decided to go for a short trip with my brother in laws. Since we are not with… Read More
2016-02-09 14:44
This year we decided to spent a quiet Christmas with mom and my brother and family. As a ritual, we have our Christmas Eve dinner in a child friendly restaurant since the three kids can be e… Read More
2015-12-03 17:41
Last week was a hectic week as both the girls fell sick. It means that I need to deal with a double dosage of frustrated and moody twins. Both girls were actually down with cough and d… Read More
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