The 'Pandemic Gamble' I had booked a surprise staycation for my husband's 50th birthday in May but a week before that, Singapore tightened its safe management measures (Phase 2HA) which means no dining out among others. My husband wasn't in favor of having a staycation during these pandemic times because it meant a lot of pre-booking required (think swimming, meal times etc.) and restricted movement and access. The Phase 2HA tightened measures made me consider if I should postpone … [Read more...]
Daddy Cooks – Dishes Daddy Cooked
Once a Penangite... When your Hubby hails from Penang, you know you have a bona-fide foodie in the house. Not only that, he loves to cook too. Here’s a small collection of some of the assorted dishes he whipped up for the family. Ranging from Egg Benedict in Hollandaise Sauce to Hokkien Prawn Noodles. Recipes and method Here’s a complete Playlist with Recipes and method are disclosed in his videos. The list includes: Home-made Egg Benedict in home-made Hollandaise SauceFried … [Read more...]
The ‘Inconveniences’ of being a Dad…and why I still love being one
Recently at a lunch with a few of my new course mates, one of them revealed that she had recently been married and very quickly as if anticipating our next question, professed that she and her husband do not plan to have any children. As we were all not that close, we didn’t probe further and frankly there was no need to. But that conversation got me thinking. “Why did I choose to have kids?” or for that matter, “Why did I choose to be a Dad?”. After all, we had 9 long years of childlessness … [Read more...]
12 Awesome Fathers’ Day Crafts and Free Printables 2014
It's the school holidays. Why not round up some simple craft supplies and make something creative and inexpensive with your children to honour the man of our homes - the Daddies? Here are 10 great inspirations rounded up from the internet.1. DIY Fathers' Day Banner from Modern Parents, Messy KidsPhoto Credit2. SuperDad Father's Day Comic Printable from IHeartNapTimeClick to download 3. We Love Dad Photo-props from Strawberry MommycakesClick to download4. A 'Stashe Tray by Modern Parents, Messy … [Read more...]
A ‘King’ for the King this Fathers’ Day
What a handsome looking cake for Fathers' Day!Fathers Day falls on the third Sunday of June (which happens to be 15 June this year). Unlike Mothers' Day, Fathers' Day receives lesser hype and attention. Even the gifts tend to be simpler as Dads tend to be a little more laid-back and more practical. As wives, we can often get away with a handmade drawing from the kids, a blue-ray DVD of the husb's favourite movie / TV series or a homely meal whipped up with him in mind.I see a heartening trend … [Read more...]
Happy Fathers’ Day 2013!
A post dedicated to my loving husband and fantastic Daddy to Dana...What makes a Dad?God took the strength of a mountain,The majesty of a tree,The warmth of a summer's sun,The calm of a quiet sea,The generous soul of Nature,The comforting arm of night,The wisdom of the ages,The power of an eagle's flight,The joy of a morning in spring,The faith of a mustard seed,The patience of eternity,The depth of a family's need,Then God combined these qualitiesand there was nothing more to add,He knew his … [Read more...]
15 Great Ideas for Fathers’ Day!
Let's welcome the month of June - the halfway mark; the month of our wedding anniversary and the day dedicated to celebrate all Fathers. If your kids need a helping hand to create personalised keepsakes or mementoes for their Daddies, check out these easy and inexpensive gift ideas I've found on the web. 1. Fathers' Day Card from Bright Side PrintsPhoto Credit: One Charming PartyClick HERE to download and print on cardstock paper.2. Dad Photo Frame Template from Martha StewartPhoto Credit: … [Read more...]
It’s fun to be Just Like Dad!
Source: The Paper CoterieI'm sure you'll agree that Mothers' Day receive much greater hype than Fathers' Day but that does not mean we honour the Daddies in our lives no less. This year, Fathers' Day falls on 17th June (Sunday), barely 10 days away. Why not round up the family to strike a fun pose with these free printable props from The Paper Coterie? Kids can use them to have fun, be creative, and wish Dad a Happy Father’s Day in photos! Choose your favorite … [Read more...]