How To Stay Comfortable At Home
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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. 💛
FollowSourdough Starter
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Cass has to do a Biology experiment on food fermentation and she chose to experiment with making sourdough. The yeast was made from scratch using flour and water. After a few days, I woke up one morning to a terrible stench. It smelled like rotten fish, dead animal and socks that have not been washed…
7 Reasons Why Abortion Might Be The Best Option For You
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If you have discovered an unexpected pregnancy — or maybe even a planned one which you are now having doubts about — then abortion is one of the options you might have considered. How do you know if abortion is right for you? Here are seven reasons why some people choose to have abortions. You’re…
How To Get Children Excited About Their Health
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From a family perspective, getting healthy can be difficult. While many children absolutely love to run around and get into everything, sometimes it can be harder to get older children to get on board. There is no shame in pushing your kids to live healthy lives, as they will thank you for it further down…
Haru Oh Haru!
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Last week Haru (who’s 9 months old) gave us yet another scare which sent us to the vet’s clinic with her again. It all started when I was out. Cass Whatsapped me and told me that Haru was acting very strangely and seemed very restless and in pain, couldn’t walk right and crawling low on…
A Comprehensive Guide To Crystals And Their Various Uses
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For the stunning appearance and the respect an awe that crystals inspire, it is certainly hard to believe that crystals are merely formations of rock. From an initial popularity with the Ancient Egyptians, to a resurgence in recognition in the 1960s and 1970s, crystal is still one of the most respected and widely worn natural…
How To Keep Your Kids Entertained
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Whether your kids are on school break or it’s the weekend, you might be trying to find things for them to do that don’t involve electronics. They’re used to playing video games or watching video apps, but you want them to do something that strengthens their mind and builds their creativity. Here are some ways…
Top 4 Tips For Good Oral Health
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When it comes to self-care, maintaining good oral hygiene should be at the top of the list. Looking after your teeth will help keep your oral cavity healthy and reduce the risk of nasty infections and diseases. Not to mention, a healthy, clean mouth can help you look, smell, and feel great. Here are four…
6 Signs You Need to See A Dentist
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Everyone knows they should see a dentist twice a year for a check-up, but it’s quite common for people to miss a year or so without scheduling a meeting with a dentist due to travel, work, family, and ultimately, just not having the time or need to go until pain or uncomfortable sensations strike. It’s…
Vaccination Week
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Mentholatum’s New Acne Care Range For Visibly Clear And Healthy Looking Skin (Japan’s No.1 Daily Skincare for Acne-Prone Skin)
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Facial acne, though common among adolescents and young adults, impacts their quality of life. Studies have shown that acne can cause psychosocial disturbances such as depression and anxiety. Citing a research done by Brody, 2019, “acne is not a killer, but it can scar people literally and psychologically.” In addressing issues arising from facial acne…
Cassandra’s 1st Dose Pfizer Vaccine – 29 Sept 2021 (Wednesday)
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A day after I received Sherilyn’s vaccination date (1st dose) via my MySejahtera app, Cass received hers via her MySejahtera app. I’m impressed with how efficient the minister in charged of Covid vax is in arranging vax for everyone in our country, including non-Malaysians and illegals. This means I’m going to be very busy next…
Thursday, 23 Sept 2021
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Yesterday I finally received a vaccination appointment for Sherilyn via my MySejahtera app. Earlier this week her school sent out the application and consent forms to the parents. Within 2 days we received the vaccination date, which is next Monday. All her classmates have been given the same date and time as well. After Sherilyn’s…
Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancakes) and Tiramisu
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Our in-house teenage chef made Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancakes) for brunch today. They were really delish – crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. She made 3 types of filling for the pancakes: Brown sugar, cinnamon and walnut Maple syrup and walnut Homemade chestnut jam (this was made from scratch in the morning)…
3 Handwashing Tips to Teach Your Little One
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Tips For Growing Your Own Vegetables
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As a parent, you’ll definitely want to do more of this to ensure your children eat enough vegetables. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy; buying fresh, organic vegetables can be expensive, and you might be looking at different ways to make sure there are always vegetables in the house. Growing your own vegetables might be a…