Sundays are a cherished time for our family, marked by moments of togetherness and indulgence in good food. Last Sunday was no exception, as hubby treated us to a surprise family lunch that took us on a journey down memory lane and tantalized our taste buds in equal measure. This time, we embarked on our…
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Saturday, 2 March 2024 ~ Dinner
We planned to eat at our friend’s tai chow restaurant but there was a cloudburst and the only place that we could conveniently go to without getting wet and braving traffic congestion is the Japanese restaurant at our condo lobby. We love eating at this restaurant but we seldom go to this restaurant now as…
Food Glorious Food
These days we don’t cook as frequently as we used to when the girls were younger. During the girls’ growing up years, we used to cook five to six times a week. Twice to thrice a day. Those were the days when we had the luxury of live-in helpers. I would plan the meals weekly,…
Electrical Services: Your 24/7 Emergency Electrical Solution in the Klang Valley
In the world of uncertainties, one aspect we often overlook is the need for a reliable 24-hour electrical service. Picture this: It’s 9 p.m., your child is diligently preparing for an important exam that takes place tomorrow, and suddenly, the house plunges into darkness due to an unforeseen electrical fault. Panic sets in, and you…
Alycia’s Heart-Stopping Moment Before Taylor Swift’s Concert in Singapore
Today, Alycia experienced a heart-stopping moment that sent waves of panic through our household. With her eagerly anticipated trip to Singapore to attend Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concert looming on the horizon, the last thing she expected was to face a potential nightmare. After a long day at university, Alycia made a detour to Sunway…
Sunday, 25 February 2024
Today is the last Sunday of February 2024. And just in the blink of an eye, Chinese New Year is over and February is coming to an end. February has always been an eventful month with Chinese New Year and my dreaded yearly medical check-up and pap smear procedure. Tomorrow will be my appointment at…
Wednesday, 21 February 2024 ~ Cass’ HPV Vaccination & Excursion At The Exchange TRX
Malaysia’s Ministry of Health has been giving the HPV immunization for free for all girls in Form 1 (aged 13). However, the HPV vaccination program in schools was suspended since 2021 due to the lack of global vaccine supply. Thankfully this year, the supply has been replenished and the free vaccination program can be resumed….
Eve of CNY 2024 Dinner
It’s been aeons since we last had our CNY Eve dinner at a restaurant. In the years that we were back in Ipoh on CNY eve, dinners were always homecooked by my papa. And in years that we stayed put in KL, the MIL would cook. So this year’s CNY eve dinner was a breeze…
Reviews of YNM Weighted Blankets
A weighted blanket offers several benefits regarding the quality of your sleep. This type of blanket provides a snug and calming embrace that helps you sleep better, similar to a tight hug. It also reduces stress and anxiety and promotes an overall sense of wellbeing. This article reviews some of the best weighted blankets from…
Haru In Ipoh
Even though Haru’s carrier and bed were on our bedroom floor, she never slept on her bed for the two nights that we were in Ipoh for CNY. She only went inside her carrier to hide from my squealing and overzealous nieces and nephew from getting near her. At night when we were in bed,…
Failed Boarding For Haru
After 2 days of harrowing experience for Haru at the catsitter’s house, resulting in her going on a hunger strike and no peeing and pooping for 2 days, we (catsitter, hubby and I) decided that it’s best to bring her home. I sent Haru to the catsitter’s house on Wednesday and she was sent home…
Tips for Ensuring Your Kids Are Healthy and Happy Every Day
Sending your children off to school each day can be filled with both excitement and anxiety. As a parent, you want your kids to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. While you can’t control everything that happens once they leave the house each morning, there are steps you can take to set them up for success. …
7 February 2024 – Haru’s Boarding (Day 1)
I managed to put Haru (who is usually terrified of the carrier) into her carrier while she was having a cat nap at 2pm today. I felt so bad for ‘betraying’ her. The catsitter, who calls herself kaima (aka godma in Cantonese) came to pick us up. I paid her RM80 for a 1-way pet…
Fruit and Veggie Lovers
Our girls have been trained to eat lots of vegetables and fruits since young. As such, they have no problem eating a wide variety of vegetables and fruits every day. These are important to us, just as how water is to us. They’ve also been trained to eat raw greens and funnily though, they prefer…
Counting Down To The Day
Eight more days to sending my baby cat to the catsitter’s house. Her catsitter calls herself ‘kaima’ (godma), aka kaima to fur babies. She rescues stray cats and does trap-neuter-return (TNR) and finds these cats furever homes. Yesterday I dug out her carrier and left it in the living room. Haru hates the carrier coz…
Embracing Comfort and Style With Oversized Fashion
Oversized fashion is adored by millions worldwide, by both genders, regardless of age or size. It has become more than just a wardrobe staple; it has earned its spot as a symbol of comfort, versatility, and individual expression. From classic oversized shirts to voluminous sweaters, baggy hoodies, and wide-leg pants, oversized fashion has stolen the…

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