It was a regular yet irregular weekday afternoon - while I was at work and the wife was held up in office too (it was both our hectic season). When she finally stepped home, she was pleasantly surprised to see Dana quietly drawing at the dining table - she was midway through her personal rendition of Piere Auguste Renoir's 'Auvers sur Oise', tracing the lines which would eventually be the rolling landscape dotted with lush green trees accentuated by white fluffy clouds … [Read more...]
{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...]
{Giveaway} Redoxon Kids Vitamin C Gummies Treasure Chest Twin Pack and Disney on Ice Treausre Trove Tickets!
With the end of the Lunar New Year feasting, it’s time to load up on the good vitamins! Parents will be pleased to know the Redoxon Kids Vitamin C Gummies now come in a special promotion box that is banded with a beautiful Disney on Ice Treasure Trove Box. The new Twin Pack is retailing at SGD29.00 at Guardian, Watsons, Unity, supermarkets, independent pharmacies, department stores and other leading retailers. According to this Huffington Post article, Vitamin C helps protect us from … [Read more...]
A Royal Celebration with Swensen’s Disney Princess Cakes
When Dana was younger, she was not very much into girly pretend play; she would rather rumble and tumble on slides, swings and climb rock walls. In our bid to 'feminize' her, Daddy and I brought her to watch her first movie in the theaters - 'Tangled' and she became fond of the free-spirited Rapunzel. Subsequently, we watched 'Brave' and she was enamored with the athletic Princess, Merida's archery skills. As parents, we like this new generation of Disney Princesses who exhibit … [Read more...]
Disney on Ice Treasure Trove 2014 Giveaway!
The school year's in full swing, parents and school-going children are starting to settle into a nice routine. Some parents (like me) are starting to keep a look out for programmes for the March school holidays. A highly anticipated show popular with children and adults of all ages is the Disney On Ice: Treasure Trove which will skate into town from 19 to 23 March 2014.Treasure Trove features an amazing collection of stories with 50 of Disney’s beloved characters, it draws upon memorable scenes … [Read more...]
Kids Fest 2014 is coming!
Julia Donaldson is one of Dana's favourite authors. In 2011, we shared a book review on her award-winning title, 'What the Ladybird Heard' and we are so pleased that it will be one of the productions brought to Singapore in the upcoming Kids Fest 2014!What's Kids Fest 2014?WKidsFest is an exciting festival for the whole family where compelling characters are brought to life and scenes from well-loved books are enacted vividly on stage. It is a wonderful platform for family bonding and at the … [Read more...]
Let Elmo give you a Hug!
All Elmo ever really wanted was a hug.From the moment Dana unwrapped Big Hugs Elmo, she was over the moon. Her all time favourite Sesame Street character is right in our home, giving her a big tight hug!! The first thing we noticed when the gift arrived is that it is very tall, standing almost as high as a toddler. This makes it a pretty fun toy for kids. Dana couldn't be more thrilled to have a life-sized (well, almost) huggable buddy to fill the gap of the sibling she's been longing … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} How Intelligent is your Child? Understanding Multiple Intelligences Workshops
Multiple Intelligences start with the premise that 'every child is smart'....we just need to help them find out what they are smart in and capitalize on their preferred learning style(s). As an educator, the Multiple Intelligences (MI) Theory (developed by Dr. Howard Gardner, a professor of Education at Harvard University 40 years ago) is not new to me. In fact, I enjoy using Multiple Intelligences strategies in my classrooms to engage my students in learning.In a nutshell, there are at … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Havaianas Flip-flops for Little Ones!
New Disney Princess Havaianas - which is your favourite?Havaianas (pronounced ah-vai-yah-nas) is one of the most iconic and successful footwear brands which originated in Brazil. This May, Havaianas has launched four captivating new designs featuring iconic Disney princesses – Cinderella, Snow White, Belle and Ariel. With durable slim straps in glamorous metallic hues, the Disney Princess Collection adds a touch of style and sparkle to our kid’s outfit!Dana was given a complimentary pair of … [Read more...]
{Review and Giveaway} – Human Nature Organic Products
Remember this inspiring interview which I did with Christine, Director of Human Nature Singapore? is 100% no harmful chemicals brand of natural family products that was established to help provide livelihood and support Filipino farmers by sourcing natural raw material locally. Today, I'll be introducing to you the top 5 products from Human Nature which my family really likes. You'll be surprised that they're as gentle on … [Read more...]