FollowIn today’s fast-paced, digital-centric world, physical books often seem like a relic of the past. E-books and audiobooks have become the go-to options for many, including university students. My two older girls, Alycia and Sherilyn, don’t even have physical textbooks for their courses—everything they need is in digital format. Yet, amidst this shift, I’m proud…
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Cass Passes Her Freestyle 1 Skating Test
Two Sundays ago, Cass achieved a significant milestone in her skating journey—she passed her Freestyle 1 (FS1) test! For freestyle tests, skaters must wear their costumes, adding a touch of elegance and excitement to the occasion. Truthfully, I had no doubt she would pass this test. Cass has been incredibly dedicated, pouring 102% effort into…
Cass’s Second Home: The Skating Rink Life
For Cass, the shopping mall and skating rink have become her second home. With a passion for figure skating, she heads to the rink three times a week—even twice during exam periods—for classes and practice. Spending countless hours there, Cass has settled into a routine that not only lets her work on her skating skills…
Welcoming October 2024
Welcome October 2024!! As we step into the last quarter of 2024, I’m reflecting on how fast the year has flown by and how busy life has become for everyone in the family. My three daughters are all moving full steam ahead with their studies, hobbies, and personal goals, each on a unique journey. Here’s…
The Journey Behind the Gold
Cass’ recent achievement at the recent Skate Malaysia 2024 is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and perseverance. Winning a gold medal was not just about her graceful one-minute performance on the ice. Behind the perfect one-minute performance is something no one would know if they didn’t ask. It was about the countless hours…
Friday Dinner
Cass has figure skating class every Friday. She always eats something that’s not too heavy and low in carbs, yet healthy and yummy before the class. She then skates for almost 5 hours. She’s lucky she has a health freak mommy who supports her low-carbs meals and preps them for her ? As usual, Cass…
Proud Moment
I’m bursting with pride and joy as I share the news of Cass’s recent triumph at the Skate Malaysia Figure Skating Competition, Delta Level. Watching her glide gracefully across the rink, executing her routine flawlessly, was a moment I’ll cherish forever. Her performance was nothing short of spectacular, and I knew right then that she…
Thursday, 27 June 2024
Today is the long awaited day for Cass. It’s her very first competition after joining figure skating classes for 1 year 9 months. She has put in 100% effort into this passion of hers and 100% into discipline, nutrition, and fitness while not neglecting her studies. I’m really proud of how she’s managing everything independently…
A Week in Our Humble Abode
The past week has been an intense period of dedication and sacrifice in our household. For nearly two weeks, the lights and fans in our home have been working overtime, as they haven’t been turned off at all. This might sound unusual, but there’s a perfectly good reason behind it. Cass has been burning the…
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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.…
Tracking Cass With Life360
As a parent, ensuring the safety of our children is always a top priority. With the rapid advancement of technology, we now have access to innovative solutions that can provide us with peace of mind even when our children are out and about. One such tool is the Life360 app, which my friend Barb introduced…
My Life In Photos The Past Week
This past week has been an eventful one in our household as we rallied around our youngest daughter, Cass, who has been tirelessly preparing for her mid-year exam. Her commitment to her studies was unparalleled as she immersed herself in rigorous preparation. Late nights became a norm as she burned the midnight oil, going above…
Cassandra’s 15th Birthday
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…
Sunday, 5 March 2023
My Sundays for the past one month has been like this – lunch with hubs and Alycia, just the three of us while Cass attended her figure skating lessons at the skating rink, the mil has her own activities on Sundays and the SPM girl stayed home to study. Our life was pretty much like…