A good friend texted me this morning to ask for recommendations of children stories on the Mid-Autumn Festival. We celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival (or more affectionately known as 中秋节 or Lantern Festival here) on the 15th day of eighth month in the Lunar Calendar. It's the day where the moon is supposedly the roundest and shines the brightest. Apart from enjoy moon cakes and carrying lanterns, it is also traditionally the day when family reunites. Compiled lovingly by Life's Tiny Miracles … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
Planes: Fire & Rescue 飞机总动员: 火海英雄
The much-awaited sequel to the 2013 animation film 'Planes' is finally here! When we first watched 'Planes' last year, it charmed us with timeless values of courage, determination to overcome the odds and honour. We're back for more with Planes - Fire & Rescue, a movie dedicated to all the brave firefighters around the world!In the last installment, we met Dusty, a crop-duster who realised his dream of becoming a star racer despite his humble background. In Planes: Fire & Rescue, Dusty … [Read more...]
Thankful Tuesday: Counting The Little Blessings…
I've been tagged by a dear Mommy friend, Justina of Mum in the Making for this Thankfulness Challenge that's been making its round on Facebook: 3 things to be thankful for 5 days, and then tagging 2 other friends each day to do the same. I've been thanking God with Dana nightly when I kiss her goodnight and in private contemplation before I go bed but I guess there are merits in being more intentional in counting our blessings. Today, I thank God for:1. The miracle of … [Read more...]
Guest Post at Yahoo Parenting: Why I play Lego with my Daughter
We were honoured to be invited by Yahoo Parenting to contribute an article last month. Let me reproduce the piece which Dana's Daddy wrote on the benefits of staying indoors sometimes and a few important lessons he glean from a Sunday afternoon spent playing (Lego) with his daughter... First published on Yahoo Parenting on 18 Aug 2014. Read the original article here. I've always enjoyed reading the hubby's … [Read more...]