There are so much possibilities one can create with the Canon PIXMA Photo Printer. Since Mothers' Day is approaching, we decided to put the lovely photos we've taken with Great Grandma to good use and turn them into a DIY Photo Collage Board as a gift for her. This is a simple craft which is easy enough for young kids to make and provide meaningful bonding time as a family. Supplies Needed Canvas Board (45cm x 30cm, available at Art Friend and … [Read more...]
Guest Post at Sakura Haruka: ‘Dad’s The Difference’
We were honoured to be invited to guest post on Sakura Haruka's monthly Celebrate Fatherhood series where Daddies from all walks of life share insights about what fatherhood means to them, and the importance of a Dad's role in every family. To read David's take on why Dads makes all the difference, go here. … [Read more...]
Guest Post at Mum in the Making: Small Spaces!
Dana's room was featured in Mum in the Making's {Small Spaces} series this week where Mommy bloggers in Singapore were invited to share tips on reorganising kids' rooms and living spaces. Hop over to read how we set up a cosy bedroom for Dana to read, play, make music and sleep. The series also features a dozen other Mommie's home organisation tips so click on this button to be inspired by all the guests posts on Small Spaces! Have a most fabulous weekend with your family. … [Read more...]
A Tale of how we overcame Kawasaki
Susan of A Juggling Mom was appealing for stories of children who have overcome adversities in her linky to commemorate Children's Day in the month of October. I promised to recount our experience of how Dana won the fight against Kawasaki Disease so that other families can be informed about this rare auto-immune disorder. Our Birthday Girl with a bandaged arm, cracked cherry lips and a Rudolph nose... What is Kawasaki? Kawasaki disease is a potentially fatal … [Read more...]
The Origins of our Love…
I'm listening to Taylor Swift's You Belong with Me as I typed this post to get myself in the mood to share our love story. Many of our friends are surprised that David and I have been wed 13 years, 'That long!?" they usually remarked. Over the years, our love has mellowed into a deep, mutual commitment and affection for each other. We have grown to become the indispensable companion and soul-mate which God has designed husbands and wives to be... Our love story started *er-hem* in the … [Read more...]
Around the World in 18 Days: Taiwan!
All Swans are White… One of the reasons I love to travel is, like most, to discover new things - new places, attractions, culture, people and be inspired and enriched by the whole experience of discovery. Almost everything in the modern world, I believe, can attest to the influences from the Western World (primarily the American and British Culture) – fashion, finance, entertainment, education, business… For me, anything else would be a poor copy. It didn’t help that, growing up, I was … [Read more...]
Breakfast for Champs – Sweet & Savory Wraps!
In our household, breakfast is a very simple affair: On weekdays, it’ll be bread with jam with butter, Post cereals, muffins & cupcakes which I baked the night before or the occasional ham/egg/ tuna sandwich. On weekends, Daddy loves to bring us out for breakfast and we would indulge in local hawker fare such as Kaya Toast with Runny Egg (Slurps!), Indian Roti Prata or Teochew Fishball noodles. When I saw Adora of The Gingerbread Mum hosting this Breakfast for Champs series, I knew I … [Read more...]
Guest Post at A Playful Mum: Loving my Spot – West Coast Park!
West Coast Park is a child's fantasy come true. With the theme "Play Centre in the West", West Coast Park underwent major redevelopments in 2000 and has since been transformed into a haven for park goers who enjoy challenging and adventurous activities. Standing at the centre of the park is an amazing Adventure Play Area which is one of the largest in Singapore with play equipment such as 'Tall Rope Pyramid' and 'Flying Fox'. It's no wonder this park is teeming with … [Read more...]
Guest Post at A Playful Mum: Loving my spot – Ecclectic Clementi
As a young girl, I grew up and schooled in Clementi, a small estate in the Western part of Singapore. Our first matrimonial home was in Clementi, hence this town has a special spot in my heart.While doing research for this post, I discovered with the help of Mr. Wiki that Clementi is named after Sir Cecil Clementi Smith, Governor of the Straits Settlements and High Commissioner from 1887 to 1893. Among his achievements during his stint in office were laws brought into force to control in … [Read more...]