6
2012
Singing and Playing the Piano
After two months of piano lessons, Ethan now loves to sing and play the piano at the same time. I can so gladly trade all the shouting at home with the piano sound (and his singing too). It’s so much easier to keep him occupied these days. He’ll either be playing with his vehicle set, building blocks or the piano. That only means I have more time to BLOG :P Nah.. he’ll force me to […]
4
2012
Rock Out Twice As Hard With Twins
Hi, my name is Ethan. I’m sure most of you are already familiar with me. After all, my mommy always feature me in her blog. What you don’t know is, I have a twin. Her name is Eden. She’s extremely shy. She’d rather remain anonymous and not appear in our mommy’s blog. She’s the total opposite of me. I like to partay while she rather stay at home *cough boring!* I like going out. Mingling […]
2
2012
Ethan’s first charity outing with underprivileged kids
Several days ago, I found out that Genting is organising a Charity Movie Screening event for underprivileged children to enjoy a fun day out at the resorts along with Genting’s social media fans! Immediately I volunteered (through Nuffnang) myself and Ethan for that. It’s the school holidays so I thought it will be a good idea for Ethan and I to give back to society. We were required to buy gifts for the children. One gift per person so […]
30
2012
The library in Bao Bei
Ethan discovered recently that he can actually borrow books from Bao Bei and bring them home. He got super excited and picked a book about heavy machines. He brings it everywhere he goes. I love libraries. I was a librarian back in school. I used to borrow the entire series of Noddy! Dunno what happen to me now, I just don’t read books anymore -.- Not bad, BaoBei has its own library! Ethan brings the […]
28
2012
Expecting Mums : Are you absorbing enough nutrients?
Double lines on the pregnancy test kit means positive. Congratulations, you are pregnant. I remembered seeing those double lines for the very first time when I conceived Ethan. Darling was still asleep. I got super excited yet I did not want to wake him. I left the test kit on the bathroom sink and went to work. At work an hour later, I got a call from Darling asking if it was true. We both […]
27
2012
Madagascar3: Europe’s Most Wanted
I Like To Move It Move It I Like To Move It Move It I Like To Move It Move It Ya Like To (MOVE IT!) Who can forget that song right? It has been playing in my head ever since I know Madagascar3: Europe’s Most Wanted is coming to the cinema near us very SOON! I remember fondly the main characters of Madagascar: Alakay “Alex” the lion and the main protagonist of the films; he is voiced […]
26
2012
Doraemon at e@Curve this school holidays
Wondering what to do this school holidays? Well, if Mid Valley has Mickey Mouse , e@Curve has DORAEMON! My sis sang this when she saw me posted this pic on FB, “AN AN AN tottemo daisuki DORAEMON… “ Gosh, did I tell you how annoying Doraemon’s voice is? When I was in Mid Valley looking at those Mickey Mouse, I told Darling that I can’t make myself watch the cartoon on TV because I find Mickey’s voice to […]
24
2012
Mickey Mouse @ Mid Valley this school holidays
With the school holidays around the corner and many parents starting to panic for not having anything lined-up to occupy their bored kids, fret not. You can brave the traffic jam, lack of parking space and massive crowd in Mid Valley just to see the classic all time favourite, Mickey Mouse. We were there today and though it was not fully done up yet, those Mickey Mouse are all over the place already. From monochrome […]
23
2012
Stretch mark : Causes and managing it
Being pregnant is one of life’s miracles. We ladies get to experience this wonderful journey while the guys can just watch in envy :P However, what is not to envy is the appearance of stretch marks in some women during pregnancy. While some mothers take it as a blessing; treating stretch marks as a token to cherish her pregnancy, I would do all I can to prevent it. What causes stretch marks? Imagine your skin […]
21
2012
The bitter bitter gourd soup
The weather has been hot like crazy these days so I thought of boiling my favourite bitter gourd soup over the weekend to cool us down. I’ve never boiled this before I tell you though I’ve had it outside countless times. How hard can it be? It’s just like boiling any other soup but instead of using old cucumber or anything else, we use bitter gourd. No? – pork ribs – bitter gourd 苦瓜 (rub […]
20
2012
Awarded BaoBei’s exemplary student (模 范 生)
Earlier this week, Ethan came home smiling from ear to ear. He only smiles that wide upon completing one stage and proceeding to the next. He has been in BaoBei for 9 months now and he is in stage E at the moment. I thought he has completed stage E and is already in F but he said not yet, a little bit more to go. I wonder then, why that big grin? Then he […]
17
2012
Bath BOMBS!
We were in Daiso as usual when Ethan came across this. Happy Bath Ball. How not to notice them I ask you? They hang it up right at the entrance! >_< He got super excited and kept telling me the frog is very cute! He said it can grow very big and will be a GREAT bath companion! “RM5 ONLY! CAN AH?” he pestered… Arrived home quickly filled his bath tub with water and threw […]
16
2012
DIY Note pad
You know how kids love to scribble right? They’ll scribble on just about anything so the other day, I got the kids to make their own note pads for scribbling. All they need are papers (preferably colored) and 2 pieces hard construction paper for the cover. Decorate the note pad cover using cute paper punch. Paste as you wish. Tie them up together and the note pad is ready for scribbling! :D
15
2012
What to do on a 3D/2N stay in Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort
Continuation from my earlier post on Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort, this post is all about what we can do during a 3D/2N stay in this beautiful haven. Let me share with you our itinerary so you can get a rough idea on how to plan your holidays should you decide to stay here :D Day 1 Depart KL in the morning. Driving from KL to Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort […]
15
2012
Math Tutorial : ODD and EVEN numbers
Ever wonder how to teach your kid to understand the ODD and EVEN numbers? Watch this video of my lesson with Ethan. Ethan @ 4Y9M First time recording an on-going lesson, please pardon my weird English… -.- Click here to view Ethan’s multiplication lesson.
14
2012
Best playground hunt : Desa ParkCity
Play is very important to a child. A child can learn so much more through play than in the confinement of a classroom. I love bringing Ethan to the playground for that is the time I can really take my mind off ‘work’ and exercise a little. I not only bring him to the playground at home but also to other playgrounds in the Klang Valley. Of the many playgrounds we have been to, I […]
11
2012
Language is no barrier
To me, play is very important for Ethan. I try to bring him to the playground every day if we are at home. Sometimes the weather doesn’t permit us to do so but on good days we spend our evenings in the playground, soaking in some sunshine, filling our lungs with fresh air and treating our eyes to the lush greenery around us. Ethan used to play with our neighbour’s kids but their Mom made a new […]
10
2012
Sometimes they drive me crazy
Today is such a day. Woke up in the morning and everything is fine. Did my morning routine (boil water, ironing etc) while the Daddy lay in bed a little while more. After having his milk he needed to poo. Told the Daddy to help him while I went downstairs to continue the rest of my morning routine. And then I heard it, the shouting battle between those two. I just don’t understand why. Ethan […]
9
2012
Learning through play
I give English and Math tuition at home for Primary school going kids. Ethan participates in all these classes ever since like ‘forever’.. The other day I was teaching the Primary 4 kids Multiplication. After class, Ethan requested to learn multiplication too. I told him it is good enough that he knows his Addition and Subtraction well and that Multiplication can wait. After all, he is not even FIVE yet! But he insisted to learn as […]
7
2012
Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach and Spa Resort
The last we stepped foot in Terengganu was last year when we flew to Kuala Terengganu to go to Pulau Redang. We did not do much there then as we spent most of our time in Redang. A couple of weeks ago, we went to Terengganu again. This time, we stayed in the 5 star Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach and Spa Resort. Approximately 5 hour drive from KL, it wasn’t that bad as we stopped […]
6
2012
Bento workshop for kids
Today, Darling and I accompanied Ethan to his school’s educational trip – bento making. When Ethan initially brought home the permission slip, he told us that ONE adult must accompany him. I volunteered to go but Darling said it would be nice to make it a family outing as well so we paid for 2 adults and 1 kid :) Ethan was given a bento set, a pair of gloves, a hair net and a […]
4
2012
What would you do if you were in my position?
The house behind us has been vacant from the moment we took possession of our house keys and shifted in. It has NEVER been occupied. I think we got this house in 2004, I dunno. It has got to be BEFORE 2005 as that is the year we got married, I think! I’m never good in dates anyway… Anyway, the past week, someone started to do some renovation works on that house. Finally somebody will […]
28
2012
What is my net worth?
I went to Menara UAC today to collect a couple of prizes I won recently. I’ve never been there and requested for Darling to accompany me but as we arrived, he has no where to park the car. He told me to go on my own and the first thing that I blurted out was, “But I don’t know where the place is!” Darling rolled his eyes and said, “It’s at Level 5. Go to […]
27
2012
Taman Sari Royal Heritage Spa: Javanese Massage
On the second day of our 3D/2N stay in Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort, I went for their famed Javanese Massage while Darling and Ethan played in the swimming pool. Taman Sari Royal Heritage Spa Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort As usual, I had to fill up the medical form. My therapist Nurul Aini. She’s really good. For me, when I go for massage, I like those that is soothing and […]
24
2012
Pusat Anyaman Mengkuang, Kg Cherating, Kuantan
Staying in Awana Kijal Golf, Beach and Spa Resort is so much fun. The resort itself is filled with activities to keep you occupied but if you wish to explore out of the resort, you can visit their Fun & Adventure counter and choose the countless activities most suitable for you. During our 3D/2N stay here, we opt to experience their Kampung Tour (Village Tour). One of the activities included in the Kampung Tour is […]
23
2012
Turtle Sanctuary, Cherating Pahang
During our 3D/2N stay in Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort, we signed up for the Kampung Tour. One of the activities arranged for Kampung Tour is a visit to the Turtle Sanctuary in Cherating Pahang. Let’s take a look: Turtle Sanctuary and Information Centre Chendor Beach A nice traditional ‘home’ that houses turtles. There is no fee charged to enter but you can donate for the upkeeping and conservation of turtles. We got excited […]
21
2012
Sungai Yak Yah Firefly Tour
When we were told that we’ll be going to Awana Kijal, Golf, Beach & Spa Resort, Terengganu for a weekend getaway with a bunch of other awesome Nuffnangers courtesy of Genting, never did it cross my mind that firefly watching will be one of the activities planned for us. How shallow was I for not knowing that we have one of the most magnificent firefly sanctuary right here in Sungai Yak Yah, Kuala Terengganu. We […]
19
2012
Music Staff
Yes I know, another piano lesson post. Bare with me as I’m keeping his milestone as remembrance and for future reference :D Since Ethan started piano lessons 28th of last month, he has been playing the piano first thing when he wakes up in the morning, in the afternoons when he gets home from BaoBei, in the evenings after playground and at nights before he goes to bed. He loves it that much. He has […]
17
2012
Armpits are not allowed on TV commercials.. No?
No matter how cute they are? I think here in Malaysia, there are two body parts that are not allowed to be shown on TV commercials ie the underarm and the belly button. You don’t get to actually see the lady model applying deodorant on her armpits in TV commercials do you? Forget about breasts and the thing down there, those are forbidden! Somehow, armpits are allowed in print advertisement though. Here’s a deodorant Ad […]
15
2012
Casetagram: Creating Custom iPhone Case
I never know we can create custom iPhone case until XiangCool tagged me in Facebook with this pic: Can you spot Ethan? I see FIVE Ethans there! Ethan got super excited seeing himself on an iPhone cover and asked me how KorKor Xiang did it to which Xiang replied, “get it from casetagram.com” I went into their website to see “Create Custom iPhone Case with your Instagram Photos, $34.95 Free Shipping Worldwide” Fuh! You know […]
13
2012
My Personal Bali Spa
… piano player. Yes, since Ethan started his piano lessons 2 weeks ago, I now have my very own bali spa pianist :D This is the book he used for his lessons – Hal Leonard Piano Lesson Book 1 (RM22.90) And this is the book he uses to complement his lessons – Hal Leonard Piano Solos Book 1 (RM31.50) Now, let’s take a listen to him playing some soothing Bali spa music ^_^ Here’s Ethan […]
10
2012
LMFAO Party Rock @ Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon Malaysia
Yeah Baby! LMFAO is in the house! We waited anxiously for this day to come but it rained the entire evening before the concert. Even as we were preparing to leave the house for the concert at 7pm it was still raining. We arrived the main entrance of Sunway Lagoon at 8.30pm sharp to see no more queue into the venue ^_^ *sometimes it is good to be late?* Ethan, Darling and I got our […]
9
2012
Petrosains KLCC
The last I went to Petrosains KLCC was end of 2006 when I was pregnant with Ethan. I was working with Smart Reader Kids then and was leading the kids for their field trip. The kids were 5 and 6 years old then but they did not enjoy the trip. We completed the entire place in less than 2 hours! Yesterday, when we planned to utilize the free Petrosains vouchers given by Disney Junior, I […]
30
2012
Never Gonna Give You Up
Darling bought me this pair of Crocs three years ago. It has serve me well. I go for my almost daily evening brisk walk in them. Until a couple of days ago the shoelace hole snaps :( See the arrows? It gave way to the constant tugging of the shoelaces. Both the left and right shoes gave way at the same time. I was left with no choice but to tie my shoelace one row […]
27
2012
Drum vs Piano
Late last year, Ethan requested for drum lessons. I don’t know where he got the idea from but I guess it must be after we watched Justin Bieber playing the drum when he was like what… 4? Talking about Justin Bieber, have you listen to his latest single, Boyfriend? I haven’t but my niece is nuts about him. Can’t blame her though, after all, her name is Hazel. She was BORN a NUT! :P Ok, […]
26
2012
To PEE or NOT to pee!
We ladies face a lifetime dilemma of using the public toilet. Unlike guys who can just urinate at the urinal and leave, we ladies have so much to battle before even able to ease ourselves. QUEUE Ladies seriously take more time in the loo. From the moment we stepped into the cubicle, you’ll be amazed at how much WORK we do before we can even pee! Forget about doing big business in the public toilet, […]
20
2012
Angry Birds Bed Sheets at 50% off
We were in my second home (guess where?) yesterday when we came across this: OMG Angry Bird bed sheets selling at 50% off! Ethan immediately ran towards it and started choosing. He even asked the promoter how much it is after discount! >_< Original price is RM99 after discount is RM49.50 for a Super Single set. Not bad right? We wanted to get the comforter set sekali but they’ve run out on the design that […]
16
2012
Latest Apple Product?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away so they say. But this is the season to be plump plum. Darling bought these apples the other day. Yeah lor. One glance of them in the plastic and I thought they are apples. So huge what! Compare that to my iPhone and you’ll know how big is big! Had a bite of it and oh my, they are extremely juicy and sweet! Selling at RM10 for […]
14
2012
Anmum Materna – Am I Taking It? :D
*48 hours sticky post. Scroll down for latest updates* It all started when my friend, a mother of a 3-month old girl posted on FB saying she’s giving away 3 boxes of Anmum Materna milk powder. I commented that she might as well continue drinking those until she finishes them all up but she replied that she is currently on Anmum Lacta as she is breast-feeding her daughter. One lady who responded to my friend’s […]
8
2012
Preserving Newspaper Cutting
You know right that I’m fehmes? *cue to massively vomit blood now* :P We appeared in the newspaper several times before and I treasure them like those are the most valuable thing in the world to me. *jakun* I framed them up and hung it where people can see it. Unfortunately I noticed that after some time, those newspaper cuttings tend to turn yellow. The other day, while printing some worksheets for Ethan, I thought of […]
3
2012
Going to KidZania Kuala Lumpur
*Live Blogging* We are flying to KidZania city… Check-in :D KidZania International Airport See ya later alligator! Update: Check out our full entry here. Check out this video of the kids fighting fire at KidZania Kuala Lumpur.
2
2012
Riding a bicycle
Usually, Darling don’t join us during our evening playground time. He’ll always be out at work and comes home only later in the evening when it is already dark. One day, Ethan told me that he wants to learn to ride his bicycle without the training wheels. I told Darling but he was too busy to remove those wheels. One fine day, Darling finally found the time to remove the training wheels. Ethan got extremely […]
29
2012
Dumb blonde moment
My life is rather a mundane routine. Every night before I go to bed, I’ll switch off the electric water dispenser and unplug it from the socket. But I ALWAYS leave the other end attached to the dispenser. When I was unwell, Darling helped me to switch off the dispenser. The next morning as usual, I pour out the cooled water and boil a fresh batch of water. I was still unwell so Darling had […]
27
2012
Under The Weather
If you don’t see me dropping by your blogs, that’s because of this.. And this.. All we did the entire day is this.. As the saying goes, ‘When it rains, it pours’. I’m hoping to get out of this real soon before our heads grow flat from too much sleeping -.- By the way, this is my first time updating blog from the iPhone! Jakun! :D
26
2012
Permohonan Penempatan Murid Warganegara Tahun 1
APPLICATION FOR YEAR ONE STUDENT PLACEMENT It’s that BIG time of our lives for mothers with kids born in the year 2007. The time is here for us to register our kid for Primary ONE! How time flies! I have not even registered Ethan for kindergarten but here I am struggling to find THAT SCHOOL for Year ONE! >_< For folks in Selangor, we have to register ONLINE first, print all relevant documents AND submit […]
24
2012
No, it doesn’t work.
Sometimes we see an advert so powerful that it made you think it works.. no matter what! And then… Real life situation comes in. We go to the playground like almost everyday. Ethan loves his sand play time and I love brisk walking nearby. But one problem is, when you walk on those red soil, it tends to get into your shoes and ended up staining your socks. I have to wash it everyday but […]
16
2012
Bento Mom?
I went to Daiso with Ethan again yesterday. I tell you, each time I enter Daiso, I’ll come out so much poorer! I’ve always told myself NOT to go to Daiso. JANGAN MASUK DAISO! But tak menjadi… Whenever I’m in One Utama OR The Curve, sure masuk jugak Daiso.. sigh… *macam kena jampi* Anyway, bought a zillion stuffs for Ethan. That boy can really shop in Daiso. “Mummy, this one can-ah? RM5 ONLY!” Yeah right… […]
9
2012
Of birds and the bees
Today is a not so okay day for me. We went to the playground as usual in the evening but look what we found? Bees and the hive! Horrifying! Called the bomba immediately. Imagine if those bees got provoked. Dare not even think what can happen! Quickly went back home and shut all windows and doors. On the way home, a bird SHYTTED on my head! wth! A very ONG day for me indeed! -.- […]
8
2012
Candylicious Is Evil
The first time I set foot in Candylicious was in Singapore years ago. I love their get-up as they are so cutely decorated. Everything in it looks so sweetly done! Not too long ago, Candylicious landed in my second home, 1 Utama. It has been a while but I’ve never stepped foot in it. Why should I for all they sell are tooth-decaying products. They even sell soft sweets in the shape of DENTURES! What […]
7
2012
Our Chap Goh Mei (and Thaipusam) in Genting
We have a long weekend to enjoy this time around, haven’t we? 4 days of continuous break! I wanted to balik kampung but due to the several open houses that we are supposed to attend, we had to stay back in KL. Nevermind-lah, at least I can slave over catch up with housework and spend quality time with family @_@ Today Darling woke up and asked us if we want to go up Genting. Ethan […]
5
2012
The Mix : Valentine’s Day Set Menu @ RM90++
We first fell in love with The Mix, Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie back in Oct 2011 when we celebrated our Wedding Anniversary there. We love the ambiance, the food, the people… The Mix will be serving Valentine’s day special menu this year. For those of you in the dark, Valentine’s day falls on the 14th February this year. In fact, it falls on the 14th of February EVERY year so don’t tell me you […]
4
2012
Breast Maid
Was with Darling in Sunway Giza recently when he suddenly stopped and exclaimed, “Whoa! I wanna marry HER!” Darling wants to marry that thing! Me: You DARE say?!! Darling: Abuden? I thought we very friend-friend dy I say what I think lor… Me: You dare SAY?!! Darling: Ok-lor. I marry YOU lor but let’s take HER to be your BREASTMAID… I mean BRIDESMAID!! Me: Argh!!!! >_<
3
2012
MOUSE the CAT
The first question that came to mind when we first learnt that my nieces has adopted a cat and name it Mouse, we wondered, “Who the heck would call their cat MOUSE?” But then my niece told us that the cat’s name is Myles not Mouse! :P I first blogged about Myles here. Just look at how he drinks his milk. The cat can hold his own bottle yo! Now Myles is much bigger. Almost […]
2
2012
Darling’s a hopeless ROMANTIC!
I read FB updates everyday and Tweets occasionally. I see couples exchanging lovey dovey updates or tweets all the time. Darling and I are nothing like that. Though I call him Darling and he calls me Sayang, that’s about it. You won’t see any PDA from us in public and the worst comment that we’ve received is from a stranger who thought that Darling and I are siblings! >_< Today, I found out that the […]
30
2012
JoJoBa Spa: Valentine’s Day Couple Chocolate Treatment
From Xmas to CNY and now into Valentine’s Day. The clock seems to be ticking so quickly. Valentine’s Day falls on the 14th February every year but it has always been a habit of Darling and I to celebrate it earlier as food is ridiculously expensive on that day itself. This year we did something different. Since we’ve been pigging out since Christmas, we decided to do something else besides eating. We decided to go […]
23
2012
Tossing the Yee Sang from Sushi King
It’s officially the year of the Dragon now. I welcomed it in my sleep! For the very first time in ages, I actually went to bed before midnite without even trying to stay awake to usher the Dragon… For the very first time this year too we tossed REAL yee sang at home! For the past years we have been tossing yee sang at home without the YEE but this year my SIL bought the […]
20
2012
We are in The Star newspaper today :D
Woke up this morning. Went to FB and WhatsApp at the same time and was told that Ethan and I are in the papers today! First thing came to mind was, “What did WE do?” Switched on my PC to see Angi tagging me in FB with the snapshot of us :D A photographer asked for Ethan and my name during one of the Chinese New Year lunch reviews so this is the outcome (^_^) […]
18
2012
賀年摺紙 DIY Chinese New Year decor: Ang Pow Koi Fish
Today we are going to make something extremely EASY. It’s so EASY you can even do it in your sleep :P Here’s the tutorial video: Ang Pow Fish you can stick on your walls, windows and every where. 1) For the body, you’ll need to cut open an Ang Pow packet and trace the shape from template. 2) For the tail, do not cut open the Ang Pow. Trace the shape on the Ang […]
17
2012
98.8 Chinese New Year album
Every Chinese New Year, we will be awaken by the loud Dong Dong Chiang on TV. My Dad will deliberately blast the TV so loud just to annoy us. He is always the early bird where else we always sleep in as we only go to bed at 3am the earliest during CNY. It has been a ritual of his to blast the TV by 10am if we are still not awake. You’ll never be […]
8
2012
BaoBei Reading Wonderland : Update at 5 months
It has been FIVE months since Ethan first started going to BaoBei. A week after I published his update at 2.5 months, he brought home another set of cards that consists of 11 word cards. I did not recorded a video then as it was only 11 words. After that initial set of 30, then 42 and later 11, he brought home 66 new cards several days ago! Total that means he has mastered 149 […]