9 April 2023 Cass turns 15 today! This girl has come a long way to where she is today. Cass’ journey has not been easy from day 1, as she’s born with a rare congenital disorder in her urinary tract but she has persevered through countless hurdles along her way. I credit her strength, resilience…
Author: Shireen
Why A Geeky Person Needs To Wear Geeky Clothes
In recent years, geek culture has become increasingly mainstream, with many people proudly identifying as geeks and embracing their interests in technology, gaming, science fiction, and more. As a result, there has been a rise in the popularity of geeky clothing, which allows individuals to express their geekiness through their fashion choices. However, for those…
Tips On Choosing The Best Clothes For Your Young Child
Choosing the best clothes for your baby and children can be a daunting task, especially if you’re a first-time parent with no clue. You want to make sure that the clothes you choose are not only stylish but also safe and comfortable for your child. Here are some tips to help you choose the best…
Friday, 7 April 2023
Cass gave me a scare yesterday when she told me that she had a cold and headache. I told her to do a Covid self-test. The first time she did the Covid test, a faint line appeared on the ‘T’ window and seconds later the line went up and disappeared! I told her to do…
Gift Ideas For Teachers’ Day 2023
As Teachers’ Day approaches, it is time to think about ways to show appreciation to the teachers who have made a great impact in our lives. Teachers play a significant role in shaping our future and guiding us towards success. They not only impart knowledge to us, but they also instill values, inspire creativity, and…
Mitsui Outlet Park @ KLIA, Sepang
Monday, 3 April 2023 The entire family made a trip to KLIA early this morning to send off the mil who had a flight to catch. She’ll be away in Hong Kong for two weeks. Sherilyn couldn’t follow us as it was her first day of work as part-time cashier at Barcook Bakery @ Mid…
Celebration of Half A Decade Young
Wednesday, 29 March 2023 Congratulations to myself on reaching the milestone of being half a decade young! This is certainly an occasion worth celebrating and reflecting upon. Turning fifty marks the end of one era and the beginning of another. It’s truly a significant moment in my life. I think I have gained a great…
Leslie Cheung’s 20th Death Anniversary – Will You Remember Me Flash Mob @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil
Sherilyn was one of the dancers of a flash mob dance organized by Universal Music Hong Kong and held at Pavillion Bukit Jalil on Saturday, 25 March 2023. The event was to commemorate the passing of Leslie Cheung 20 years ago on 1 April 2003. Her dance studio, 1119 Dance Studio/1119 Entertainment, was engaged to…
My Life In Photos This Week – Glorious Food
Another week whizzed past us ever so quickly. The days seem to pass by even quicker when one is busy. Maria our part-time maid has not come to work for more than a week. Initially I thought that she again gave her priority to other employers who are offering her higher wages. But today I…
4 Spring Cleaning Tips for Any Time of the Year
As a busy mom, whether you work from home or split your time between the professional setting of the office and your house, it is understandable if you sometimes feel as if you are always putting out fires rather than making choices. Cleaning is clearly at the bottom of your list of priorities, but our…
Ipoh Trip (13 – 15 March 2023)
I’ve not had a chance to celebrate my birthday with my parents for the last few years because of the darn pandemic. This year the timing was right – It was Sherilyn’s last day of SPM and Cass still had a few more days of school holidays, so I booked two train tix and hopped…
Fun Online Games For People With Early-Stage Dementia
Dementia is the impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interfere with carrying out daily activities. Dementia mostly affects older adults but it is not a part of normal aging. Dementia not only affects the elderly but it can also affect people in their 50s, 40s, and even in their 30s. This is…
Ipoh Trip (13 – 15 March 2023)
Day 1 – Monday, 13 March 2023 My trip to Ipoh to visit my parents was only confirmed on Saturday, which was pretty last minute. Luckily there were still tickets available on the KTM booking app. But we were seated separately (separated by the aisle), though Cass was just on my right side. Too bad…
Haru’s 3rd Year
Last Saturday we brought Haru to the vet for her yearly jab. It’s her third jab. She will turn 3 at the end of 2023. Sherilyn put the kitty in her canvas tote bag and as usual, this scaredy-cat was so terrified of the sound of the car engine in the 5-minute car ride that…
Glitter Metallic Prom Dresses
Prom night and graduation mark the end of high school. Prom night is one of the most important highlights in high school. It is often the last time the whole class gets together to have some fun before graduation. Girls usually dress up to the nines in floor length gowns and high heels while the…
Calcium-Score Screening Heart Test (Coronary Calcium Scan) & QRISK Score @ SJMC
Friday, 10 March 2023 ~ Today I did my scheduled Calcium-Score Screening Heart Test (Coronary Calcium CT Scan with ECG) followed by a quick QRISK Score at SJMC. The entire procedure was pretty quick – about 20 minutes of waiting time for my turn at the Imaging Dept. and 15 minutes in the doughnut-shaped tunnel…

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