The years 2020 through 2022 saw the whole world plunged into a pandemic and lockdown. The lockdowns brought about a seismic shift in our daily lives and, interestingly, in our fashion choices. We’ve witnessed the revival of a fashion trend that champions comfort, and it’s making waves in wardrobes everywhere. Oversized shirts have taken center…
Today is the first day of the second last month of 2023! Soon we’ll be seeing Christmas decor in the shopping malls. It’s scary to see how fast time is flying by. And before we even have time to recoup from our Christmas shopping spending, then comes Chinese New Year, another very expensive festival ?….
If you’re a fan of fashion trends from the late ’90s and early 2000s, get ready to take a styish trip down memory lane! The Y2K fashion revival is in full swing, and fashionistas around the world are going gaga over this nostalgic trend. Some examples of Y2K fashion items are baby tees, hoodies, sweatshirts,…
As Halloween creeps around the corner, it’s the perfect time to whip up some spooky delights that not only look fantastic but also taste amazing. What better way to celebrate than with a bowl of Sweet Corn Pumpkin Soup? It’s vibrant, velvety, and utterly scrumptious, making it a bewitching treat for the whole family. Ingredients…
As 2023 draws to a close and we stand on the threshold of welcoming 2024, it’s time to reflect on the journey our children have had in their classrooms. Behind a student’s growth and success stands a dedicated teacher, tirelessly working to impart knowledge, values, and guidance. I think it’s a great gesture to gift…
A gym buff or a fitness enthusiast will understand the importance of comfortable, stylish, and functional workout attire or a gym shirt. The right workout clothing can enhance your performance, boost your confidence, and even motivate you to exercise more often. The more consistently you work out, the fitter you’ll get and the healthier you’ll…
This week was a pleasant departure from the usual kitchen duties as I savored a variety of delightful dishes without having to slog in the kitchen. With food from hubby’s kitchen gracing our table almost every day, the burden of cooking was significantly lightened. In addition, Sherilyn, was home for a few days as her…
iCrash: Alycia’s iPad Mishap Alycia returned home from a friend’s birthday party, panic evident in her voice the moment she stepped into the house. She had unwittingly smashed her iPad that’s not even 6 months old with her friend’s car door. When I saw the damage, I felt my heart shatter, just like the iPad….
Haru did it again. She killed another lizard last night when all of us were in slumberland and the lizard came out to hunt for food. Ever since we had Haru 2.5 years ago, lizards were fewer in the house. Haru’s lizard hunting skill has improved significantly recently and she now never fails to kill…
Sherilyn’s health has been a significant focus of attention recently due to a foot injury suffered three weeks ago. This week we’ve seen a small victory in her ongoing battle against the injured foot. The swelling on her left foot has receded somewhat, and she doesn’t need the crutches to walk around anymore. However, she…
Pregnancy is a remarkable journey marked by various stages, each with its own set of challenges and joys. Celebrating these stages creates wonderful memories and helps expectant parents connect with the miracle of life growing within. Here are ways to celebrate every stage of pregnancy: Announcing the Pregnancy The initial announcement of pregnancy is a…
Friday, 13 October 2023 With no improvement on Sherilyn’s injured left foot, we went back to SJMC last Friday. We first went back to the A&E Dept, saw the doctor on duty and got referred to an orthopedic surgeon. The orthopedic took a look at Sherilyn’s foot and after asking her some questions, told us…
Gardening has a way of teaching us valuable life lessons. It’s a journey of nurturing, patience, and resilience, and it’s a journey that I embarked on when I acquired a small pot of Prosperity Flower about eight years ago from a fund-raising event at my church. This unassuming plant, with its vibrant pink flowers, has…
Today is Day 13 since Sherilyn injured her foot while doing an Architecture Site Analysis at a park. After a week on oral meds to reduce swelling and two sessions of physiotherapy, there’s been no sight of any improvement. It’s gotten worse. The foot is still swollen and she complains that it’s still very painful….
It’s the monsoon season now and on most evenings, we have been getting thunderstorms, flash floods, and strong winds. I was just about to leave my house at 6.30 p.m. to go for a jog outside but the skies started to turn grey and it started to pour again. Bummer! But Cass went ahead and…
It’s exactly a week since Sherilyn fell into a concealed hole on the ground at a park while doing an architectural site analysis of the park located near her college. The lateral ankle sprain that she sustained was pretty bad. The entire left foot was so swollen that it looked like a balloon filled to…
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