KJ Optometrists, located at Level 4 (new wing) of Plaza Singapura.The inevitable has happened. One afternoon, while out grocery shopping, Mommy noticed Dana squinting as she was struggling to read a sign on a wall not too far away. It was later confirmed one fateful day where she brought home a form from her kindy instructing us to bring her to the Health Promotion Board (HPB) at a certain date and time for further eye checks where an appointment has already been pre-allocated (yes, THAT’s how … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
Octoburst 2014 – A Children’s Festival at The Esplanade!
Octoburst - a fun and exciting 3-day festival for all children is back for the 3rd year at The Esplanade! We can expect free and ticketed performances showcasing young talents, enriching parent-child workshops and fun activities for the whole family. This year's offerings look bigger and better so have your smart phones (or calendars) ready to mark these dates and timings down!Octoburst: 3 to 6 October 2014 at The Esplanade1) TICKETED PERFORMANCE: Something Very Far Away by … [Read more...]
The Great Learning Carnival by Eye Level (Jurong West)
A man was appreciating the art at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington DC. As he approached each painting, he would kneel down and look up at it. A curious visitor asked him why he was looking at the paintings from his knees. He replied, “I am an elementary school teacher and I will bring my students here tomorrow. I was wondering how my students would enjoy the paintings from a student’s eye level.”What a powerful true story of a teacher who's willing to go the distance for his students and the … [Read more...]
Life is Beautiful, or is it? Raising Super Hero Kids for the Real World
I don’t know about you but I’ve not been watching the news lately. Just for the sake of keeping myself current, I listen only to the news headlines over radio and would skim across the headlines of our daily Straits Times subscription (I actually have half a mind to stop newspaper subscription too.) Why? The world these days is a sad and messed up place. Every piece of news in the media is about atrocities, tragedies, disasters, epidemics, corrupt governments, pet cruelties, infidelities, … [Read more...]
NYC for Kids: Visiting Ground Zero and Remembering 9/11
The good, the bad and the unforgettable – Celebrating the Human Spirit in the 911 aftermath, 13 years on.One of the reasons we travel is to learn the culture and history of a country and her people. Most often, on the itineraries would be attractions that depict the positive aspects of the country. Occasionally, there would be historical accounts of wars and natural disasters but most would be far too removed in time or remote geographically for us to really feel the impact. Not so, with the … [Read more...]
Bubble Bubble…Tons of Thrills and Laughter…only at Bubble Magic!
In Singapore from 10 to 14 September 2014As parents, we know that developing a sense of imagination, curiosity and humor is essential in a child. It will help in their later years when they face challenges and need to be resourceful, creative and resilient to withstand the stresses of life.Which is why, once in awhile when a show like Bubble Magic comes to our shores, it’s a rare opportunity for us (kids and adults) to have our conventions and presumptions challenged and stretched. I mean, … [Read more...]
Potted Potter: Where good triumphs over evil, with a million laughs in between!
In Singapore this week from 9 to 14 Sept 2014We love theatre, particularly live theatre and we view it as an integral aspect of the holistic development for our children. However, I must admit that when the wife told me we were going to watch POTTED POTTER, I had my reservations. For a start, a live comedy theatre that parodies the dark tales of the world-famous JK Rowling series? All SEVEN books? And with our 6 year-old to boot? (well, they did say the show's for '6 year-olds to Dumbledore, … [Read more...]
Stylish Skip Hop Deluxe Diaper Bag
The Skip Hop Luxe French Stripe Diaper Bag is a limited edition Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag. It features 9 roomy compartments to help us organize diapers, bottles, food and toys easily within reach, plus a thoughtful zippered personal pocked to keep our personal items safe and dry.Image SourceThe bag looks compact and stylish on the outside, yet sturdy and roomy enough for a baby or toddler's needs! Here’s what we really like about the Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag:Stylish Design – I … [Read more...]
Experience The Great Adventure at Changi Airport!
Even if you are not travelling abroad this September school holidays, there is a Great Adventure awaiting you at Changi Airport! On 6th to 14th, 20th, 21th, 27th, 28th September 2014Kids (at least 0.8m tall) can take an exhilarating roller-coaster adventure ride through the wilderness of the Amazon Rainforest and the wonders of the Iguazu Falls of Brazil! This holiday roller-coaster adventure ride is available daily during September school holidays and on weekends for the month of September … [Read more...]
Where there is Barilla, there is Home
In our household, pasta is our favourite staple...Yup, we love it more than rice. More often than not, we end up eating Italian more than Chinese when we feel like a good treat. So when the good folks at Barilla sent us a media invite for an exclusive master chef cooking class with Italian Chef Luca, I said yes immediately. Not many people know that I feel somewhat ashamed that as a wife and Mom, my pasta cooking is mediocre at best. I mean, what's so difficult in cooking pasta right? … [Read more...]