Today, I did something I haven’t done in a long time: I had brunch by myself. For a mother who craves quiet time, a meal alone is a rare luxury. With a heavy heart and a head full of worries, I sought refuge at Wong Zhi Kopi, our family’s favorite air-conditioned kopitiam, before tackling my…
Today, my mammogram at Sunway Medical Centre went smoother than I had anticipated, although it gave me quite a scare. Midway through looking for lunch after the mammogram, I received an unexpected call from the nurse, asking me to return almost two hours earlier than planned to discuss the mammogram report with the doctor. The…
It’s that time of the year again—the time when I prioritize self-care by scheduling my annual medical checkups and scans. Today, I’m at Sunway Medical Centre for my mammogram. As always, the jitters have set in, and my mind is swirling with all the “what ifs.” This routine has become a staple in my life,…
This morning, as I took Cass to the bank to open a savings account designed for teenagers under 18 (comes with a 2.5% interest rate until she turns 18YO, a debit-cum-ATM card, and a savings account passbook), we experienced an unexpected moment of reflection. We were early, arriving just minutes before the doors opened, and found…
Yesterday, I finally went to Optimax (Seri Petaling branch) for a long-overdue, thorough eye checkup. Lately, I’ve noticed that the floaters in my eyes have become slightly more pronounced, which, coupled with a terrifying episode of kaleidoscope vision about two months ago (thankfully, just a one-time incident), made me realize it was time for a…
In our frenetic life in this competitive world, stress has become our constant companion. It is of vital importance to prioritize our mental health and find effective ways to relax and relieve stress. Failure to take care of our mental health can lead to depression, anxiety and panic attacks. Here are six simple ways to…
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