The Coffee Club in Perth

Posted on June 23, 2011June 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

A great FATTENING place to hang out in Perth is THE COFFEE CLUB. The branch we went to was owned by some Chinese people and were doing very well. I loved it!!! And I'll show you why. Fabulous coffee. Not like SBX, nor.......click to learn what next.

Children getting things too easy

Posted on June 22, 2011June 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I have a spoilt daughter. Don't get me wrong, she's a lovely girl. Buts she's spoilt (OK, so am I in many ways but that's for a different story altogether). For the last 6 years of her life, she has been the favourite.......click to learn what next.

Septicemia in toddlers

Posted on June 22, 2011June 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

My friend's daughter who is the same age as T2 in the UK, has been diagnosed with septicemia. She had a fever on Monday and looked poorly. Then she started vomiting and since yesterday, she has been in ICU with failing kidneys, fluctuating.......click to learn what next.

Harvey Town

Posted on June 21, 2011June 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Harvey is a tiny town just outside Perth that can be done in an hour by car. It is that small! Of course, if you actually spent time to visit all the little tourist attractions, then perhaps 3 days would suffice. With children,.......click to learn what next.

Pantai Hospital’s marketing strategy

Posted on June 20, 2011June 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Firstly, I'm pleased to announce that we haven't had to set foot into any hospital for an overnight stay this year. And it's JUNE!!! It's JUNE, people!!! And we made it through without any hospitalisation!!! Please, Murphy's Law, don't come knocking on me.......click to learn what next.

My Indian Baby

Posted on June 19, 2011June 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

"BOSS! Satu Lagi!" Oops! Too spicy......

Faulty Parking Meters in KL

Posted on June 18, 2011June 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Have you ever come across them? Don't you just hate it when you've found prime, CHEAP parking in KL right in front of your destination and suddenly realise you can't get a damn ticket? One week, I had to go to BV practically.......click to learn what next.

Strange Morning in Perth

Posted on June 18, 2011June 9, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

When we go to Perth, we bring back tons of condensed milk because we are just addicted to the stuff. I know, I know. It is so bad, but what is Teh Tarik without Condensed Milk??? The reason we like Australian condensed milk.......click to learn what next.

ESPRIT outlet store in Malaysia

Posted on June 17, 2011June 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Yes, there is one! Did you know? I don't usually buy clothes from ESPRIT because they don't fit me and I had ESPRIT clothes when I was 12, so it was really time to move on. But mannnnnn....., I used to LOVE my.......click to learn what next.

Running a Business

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The problem with me is that I can never run my own business. It is not because I don't have the capability but simply put quite bluntly, I am too darn lazy. Like REALLY lazy......However, I can run businesses for others! I really.......click to learn what next.

Favourite Tai Chow in Bangsar

Posted on June 17, 2011June 9, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I love rice. Period. And that is real bad because rice is one of the most fattening food. Sure, I can eat brown rice, Basmati rice, which we do at home......but it really isn't the same with Chinese food, y'know??? So when I.......click to learn what next.

Family Addictions

Posted on June 16, 2011June 16, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Addictions run deep in our family. I'm addicted to food. Period. T1 is addicted to fun. The Hubs is addicted to his girls (and that includes me, thank you. At least, that's what he tells me!) and T2 is addicted to that DVD.......click to learn what next.

Handling EPF (KWSP)

Posted on June 16, 2011June 16, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Interestingly, many corporate secretaries charge or included in their fee, is their services to open up an account with EPF for you. However, I bravely took on this perceived challenge this week and was pleasantly surprised and PROUD of Malaysia, that it took.......click to learn what next.

Incorporating exercise into work life

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Right now, it almost seems impossible. But I am determined to get back on track. It's just that I've just started work and being busy is an understatement. Really. What was interesting though, is that I started a food diary for a week.......click to learn what next.

How nice to be a working Mom!

Posted on June 16, 2011June 16, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The truth is, I cannot believe how happy I am ever since I started working again! For almost seven years, I dedicated my life to serving kids and I gave it my all, and it was great! There is something to learn in.......click to learn what next.