A Sunday of Carbs, Cravings & Cheat Day Bliss
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Author: Shireen
I’m a 50+ mum of three grown daughters, now back in my beautiful hometown of Ipoh and slowly rebuilding a quieter, gentler life. After years between Ipoh and KL, I’ve returned to my roots to spend time with my parents in their 80s, my soul-healing cat, and the simple things that matter most. I blog and vlog about family life, home cooking, Ipoh food finds, and everyday moments that make this season of life meaningful.
I do product reviews and accept sponsored posts on my blogs.
I hope you'll enjoy reading my blog as much as I enjoy sharing my day-to-day adventures and mostly boring ranting :P
Thanks for being here. 💛
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Baldness is a chronic condition among Singapore men, and it leads to the loss of confidence and self-esteem. While losing hair is natural, shedding more than usual could be a sign of a condition. There are different types of hair loss treatment in Singapore that can halt or even reverse the process. Knowing the reasons…
Dancing Her Way to Gold – Sherilyn’s Big Win at KLPAC
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Last night, Sherilyn came home with a gold medal—her team clinched First Place in the Contemporary Dance category at the Malaysia Challenge Cup Dance Competition 2025, held at the iconic Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC). This win didn’t come easy. It’s the result of months of sweat, sacrifice, and sleepless nights. Sherilyn has been…
Back on Track: Reclaiming My Fitness, One Step at a Time
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It’s been 10 months since I last exercised regularly — a far cry from the days when I used to run twice a day, once at dawn and again after work. But life changes, and so do our routines. When Maria, my part-time helper, got pregnant and stopped working, I suddenly found myself juggling all…
From Classrooms to Cameras: Alycia’s Final Semester Adventure Begins with a Bang!
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Alycia is now in her final semester of university — finally, after almost four long years of hard work, countless assignments, and many sleepless nights. But instead of slowing down, she’s busier than ever, juggling classes, competitions, and now a freelance/part-time job with Astro! She recently joined Astro Xiao Tai Yang (XTY), Astro’s popular children’s…
The Great Chocolate Chip Heist
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Besides butter and ice-creams, Cass also has a serious love affair with chocolate. She especially loves chocolate chips generously scattered on cakes and cookies. So it came as no surprise when I brought home a loaf of double chocolate cake topped with a layer of shiny, sugary chocolate chips, and she immediately asked, “Can I…
Exploring Care Home Services for Aging Adults
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As individuals age, their needs change, and so too must the type of care they receive. For many families, deciding on the right support for an elderly loved one can be a challenging and emotional journey. Care homes offer a comprehensive solution, providing not just accommodation, but round-the-clock support, social opportunities, and medical attention when…
Innovations Shaping the Future of Care Homes
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The care home industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by a combination of demographic changes, technological advancements, and evolving expectations around elderly care. With a growing aging population, there’s an increasing demand for care environments that promote independence, dignity, and well-being. Modern care homes are rising to this challenge, embracing innovation to enhance the…
All-Nighters & A Girl On A Mission
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So Sherilyn’s back at it again — pulling yet another all-nighter. For the past three days, she’s been consumed with another assignment, this time involving hours of detailed drawing. She’s hardly slept, skipped showers (don’t judge her!), and has been drawing from morning till the wee hours of the next day — first in the…
The Overlooked Side of Elder Care: Mental Health and Daily Joy
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When people think about elder care, the focus often shifts to physical health. Common images include medication management, the gentle assistance of mobility support, and the careful monitoring of chronic conditions. While these aspects are undeniably important, there’s another equally significant dimension of elderly well-being that often gets overlooked: mental health and the pursuit of…
Creating a Home That Supports Your Health Goals
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Achieving and maintaining health goals isn’t limited to gym sessions and clean eating—it’s also about shaping your home environment to support those ambitions. Your living space plays a huge role in your physical and mental well-being. From the air you breathe to the furniture you sit on, your surroundings can either propel you toward or…
The Curious Case of My Disappearing Smartwatch
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Have you ever lost something in your own home — a place you know inside out — and despite turning everything upside down, it’s still nowhere to be found? Well, that’s exactly what happened to me three weeks ago. And the object of this frustrating little mystery? My smartwatch. It all started one morning when…
Midnight Magic: Sherilyn’s Hearty Kimchi Stew That Fed Us for Days
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Earlier this week, while burning the midnight oil to rush out her university assignment, Sherilyn somehow managed to squeeze in the time (and energy!) to cook a big pot of hearty and comforting kimchi stew — 김치찌개 (kimchi jjigae) — right in the middle of the night. This wasn’t just any ordinary pot of stew….
Custom Ideas That Turn Ordinary Items into Unique Father’s Day Gifts
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You might have found yourself looking at the Father’s Day aisle wondering why simple gifts are so expensive. You’re not alone, don’t worry. The truth is that most store-bought gifts will fall flat. Meaning that they are not bad, but they are simply generic. And of course, dads deserve more than a last-minute trinket. And…
2025 Mother’s Day
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This year’s Mother’s Day celebration was a memorable one, filled with delicious food, thoughtful gifts, and simple moments shared with loved ones. We decided to celebrate with brunch at Hai Kah Lang in Seapark, PJ—a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant in 2022 that we’ve come to enjoy. Having visited their other two outlets in KL previously…
How Rooibos Tea Became My Teen’s Exam Week Stress Reliever
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When you think of teenagers powering through exam week, you’d probably picture lots of coffee, energy drinks, or perhaps sugary snacks or chips. But in our home, Cass, my youngest daughter, has taken a slightly different route—and it surprised me. What keeps her calm through long study sessions isn’t just coffee and tea, but more…