We live in a cosmopolitan, digital age where traditions are eroding at an alarming pace. Ask any youngster on the street for their fav staple food and they'll most likely say pizzas, pastas, fish & chips, burgers etc... In fact, most of us can whip up a pasta meal better than say, a 'Bak Chok Mee' or 'Bak Chang' (Rice Dumpling). What makes us truly Asians and how do these show from the food we eat? Asians are renowned for our work ethics - diligence, adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit. … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2014
{Giveaway} It’s a Havaianas World!
People associate Brazil with Passion, Life and Colours: Samba, Bossa Nova, Carnivale, Soccer, World Cup (Pele, Ronaldo, and Ronaldinho) and its original and best-selling flip flops - Havaianas. Havaianas is so popular because it embodies the fun, vibrant and spontaneous way of Brazilian life. Many friends I know swear by Havaianas for its style and comfort. Till today, every pair of Havaianas is still lovingly designed and crafted in Brazil. Ever since Dana was gifted with her first pair … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Canvas Photo Art with Canon
Crafting buddies with their photo art pieces! Photo credit: A Juggling Mom We attended a special #myfamilywcanon event hosted by Canon Singapore at the Eat.Play.Love Café last Friday. It had been an exceptionally hectic work week and a thunderstorm was looming. I was contemplating on staying home but I know Dana would enjoy the crafts. So we hopped into a cab, made our way to town in the peak hour traffic. I am glad I made the right choice. The warm hospitality … [Read more...]
Ocean Dreams at S.E.A. Aquarium – More than Just a Dream!
One of the things that is high on our to do list to bring Dana on a camping trip...Daddy has imagined it to be one where we would pitch a tent, eat BBQ food, sing some camping songs etc…all under the stars. However for reasons that Dana's still quite young and also for safety, we haven’t quite got around to even planning for one yet. That was until recently when the RWS S.E.A. Aquarium presented the opportunity to experience their Ocean Dreams Programme, which offers a … [Read more...]
How to Catch A Star – A Brand New Play by Blunderbus
There's something about stars that is so mesmerizing. When we were touring Taiwan in June, an aboriginal guide brought us to a deserted plateau on the mountain top one clear winter's night to star gaze and it was one magical experience we would never forget. As we stood there huddling for warmth in the chilly sub zero temp, the stars were dancing brightly in splendid display of God's magnificent creations. Whatever we have read about star constellations - Orion … [Read more...]
A Letter to my Daughter as she turns 6…
'Dana' - Bright as DayDear Danain less than 24 hours, you’ll be turning 6. As I tuck you into bed and gaze at your angelic little face, I can’t help but be overwhelmed by bitter sweet emotions as you excitedly count down to your 6th birthday…Many people see you as a confident little girl, good-nature and outgoing (sometimes too outspoken, that teachers wish you would be quieter so that others can have a chance to speak up). We would chastise and remind you daily to ‘listen and … [Read more...]
5 reasons to shop at PriviKids
I hold high regards for Mom-trepreneurs. Besides juggling the home, their careers and the kids, they are resourceful and tenacious enough to live their dreams to start a small business. We were privileged to review one such venture and are delighted to present to you Singapore children's clothes online store that is associated with style, PriviKids.Style for KidsHow did PriviKids come about? PriviKids is the brainchild of Mummy Cher and Daddy Darren. After they had their son, they realised … [Read more...]
A fall on April’s Fools..
April didn't get off to a good start...This morning, as I was busy getting myself ready (after getting Dana ready), I stepped out of the bathroom in a hurry, slipped, fell backwards and hit my head flat on the floor. I let out a loud shriek which stunned Dana and the help. I was momentarily paralysed and writhing in shock. In desperation, they did what they knew best - ring Daddy. I assured him I was fine, that he needn't make the drive home but he turned up at the door anyway just … [Read more...]