FollowWhen I look back at my 20s, I sometimes smile, sometimes cringe, and sometimes wonder how I managed to navigate life with so little sleep and so much energy. This was how I got four promotions in a span of 8 years when I worked in a bank, on top of the yearly Merit Increments…
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What I Want for Myself in the Next 10 Years (Because I Deserve It!)
As a woman now officially in the Fabulous Fifties Club, I have decided it’s time to plan my next decade properly — not with a Vision Board, but with a “Realistic Asian Woman Wish List.”Because let’s be honest, most of my goals revolve around peace, food, and not being stressed to death. So here’s what…
When Childhood Dreams Grow Up With Us ✨
Life in Full Gear: When a Mother’s Mind Never Shuts Down
Lately, my mind has been working on full gear. It’s constantly flooded with thoughts — plans, projects, work, my daughters, and everything else that comes with being a 52-year-old mother, wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, and sister-in-law. It feels like my brain is juggling a hundred tabs open at once, and I just can’t find the “shut…
Finding My Happy Place: How Music, Nature, and Little Indulgences Lift My Spirits
Lately, my heart has been feeling a little heavy. Life has its way of weighing us down sometimes, but I’ve discovered a few little rituals that never fail to brighten my days. One of them is my regular video calls with my mum. Just chatting with her, even if it’s every other day, always grounds…
Will Your Money Outlive You? How I Used AI to Plan My Retirement (And Found Peace of Mind)
Ever since I made the leap almost two decades ago—leaving a high-paying corporate career to become a full-time mom to my two toddler girls Alycia and Sherilyn—a quiet, persistent worry has been my constant companion: “Will I have enough?” That very question was the seed that grew into my blogs. I started writing not just…
The Curious Case of My Disappearing Smartwatch
Have you ever lost something in your own home — a place you know inside out — and despite turning everything upside down, it’s still nowhere to be found? Well, that’s exactly what happened to me three weeks ago. And the object of this frustrating little mystery? My smartwatch. It all started one morning when…
Why I’ll Keep Working – Even In My 60s
I’ve been a stay-at-home mum with a freelance writing job since 2007. That’s 18 years of juggling motherhood, house chores, and deadlines—a life that’s fulfilling, yet stressful. For 10 years, I also ran an online store that sold women’s and children’s clothes. Managing three young daughters and writing for a living with a side business…
My Latest Blood Test Results: Small Wins and New Lessons
Two Saturdays ago, I went for another routine blood test. My main goal this time was to check on my cholesterol and HbA1c readings — two important markers of my health that I’ve been closely monitoring. I’m happy to report that there’s been some good news! My cholesterol levels, with the help of a daily…
Battling Morning Grogginess — Could It Be Sleep Inertia, Sleep Apnea, or Just Perimenopause?
Lately, I’ve been waking up most mornings feeling like I’ve been hit by a truck. Groggy, moody, head pounding, and struggling to shake off that sluggishness even long after I’m out of bed. I’ve been wondering: Could this be sleep inertia? Or maybe sleep apnea? Or is it simply the joys of being a woman…
My 52nd Birthday
Turning 52 on 29 March 2025 is truly a milestone, and I feel incredibly grateful to have reached this point in life. Birthdays are not just about growing older but about cherishing the love, laughter, and experiences that each year brings. This year, my birthday celebration was a beautiful gathering filled with great food, and…
The Overthinker’s Dilemma: A Blessing or a Curse?
I am an overthinker—sometimes even a chronic worrier. There are both pros and cons to this trait, and I’ve lived long enough to see how it has shaped my decisions, or in some cases, paralyzed them. The Pros: Thinking Ahead & Avoiding Pitfalls Being an overthinker means I am cautious. I like to plan ahead,…
A Birthday Shopping Spree & A Little Treat for Cass
Two days ago, I made a trip to the shopping mall with two missions in mind—one for Cass and one for myself. First, I needed to bring Cass’ Swatch watch to the Swatch store in Mid Valley Megamall to have its battery replaced. Did you know that battery replacements for Swatch watches are free for…
My Pap Smear Report & Health Updates
Today, I finally received my pap smear report from my gynae’s clinic, eight days after the procedure. Thank God, all is well, and the pap smear report is clear. Last year, my pap smear report showed a shift in vaginal flora, suggesting a bacterial infection, even though I had zero symptoms. My gynae recommended antibiotics,…
The One Thing You Should Never Forget at a Doctor’s Appointment
Facing the Reality of Aging Eyes
Tomorrow, I have my long-overdue eye checkup, and honestly, I’m not looking forward to it. It’s been over three years since my last thorough checkup, which was at ISEC. This time, I’m heading to Optimax, thanks to a recommendation from a relative who recently had cataract laser surgery there and spoke highly of their service.…