A Mother's Monologue

Give credit where credit is due

Posted on September 1, 2012September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

Do you know how in Malaysia, whenever you ask someone for something, more often than not, they will say I don't know. Or, don't have. We don't have it. If you don't believe me, just walk into a Jaya Jusco or some departmental.......click to learn what next.

Speech by President Jose Mujica

Posted on August 31, 2012September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

To all of the authorities present here, from every latitude and organization, thank you very much. I want to thank the people of Brazil and Mrs. President, Dilma Rousseff. Thank you all for the good faith undoubtedly expressed by all of the speakers.......click to learn what next.

My British Nanny – I LOVE HER!!!

Posted on August 30, 2012August 31, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

I miss both my Nannies, I really do. My British Nanny was a friend of T2's old British teacher at one of those play schools and really one in a million. Everyone would ask me, where on Earth did I find myself a.......click to learn what next.

Sin Sze Si Sze Ya Temple

Posted on August 29, 2012July 31, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Do you remember me telling you about the Secret Temple of Yap Ah Loy (also known as the Sin Sze Si Sze Ya Temple) that is hidden away near Petaling Street?  Well, we finally got a chance to visit it! This temple happens.......click to learn what next.

Losing your kids

Posted on August 28, 2012August 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

I always wish I could tell people how they are stronger than they ever know whenever they say they cannot do something, like wake up early or give up smoking or whatever it is. You have the power to do anything that you.......click to learn what next.

Buddy and Vernon’s Adventures – Quality Time with Kids

Posted on August 28, 2012August 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Have you happened to see this AMAZING book in the book stores lately??? If you skittered along to your nearest MPH, you could probably find it. It is a GREAT book for ideas on things to do with your kids. The book says.......click to learn what next.

T1’s school girl writes for the New York Times

Posted on August 27, 2012September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

T1's school has a reputation for being crazily academically driven, with pressure applied on the kids till they get mental breakdowns (KIDDING!). There have been cases where kids have not been able to cope and subsequently pulled out of school, or kicked out........click to learn what next.

Getting Kids to read the newspaper

Posted on August 26, 2012July 30, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Recently, from sheer frustration over the lack of good English in my country, I have decided to take an active role in helping at least my own children to have a command of good English in our little contribution to Malaysia. Baby steps,.......click to learn what next.

Taking the LRT with Kids

Posted on August 25, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Taking the LRT with kids is actually a worthwhile activity for many reasons........ It was even extremely interesting for me as I got to view KL from an entirely different perspective. So many buildings I never knew existed. So many new developments happening.......click to learn what next.

Family Shot

Posted on August 24, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Can you feel our love???

Kids Manicure

Posted on August 23, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

On T2's birthday this year, she got a kids manicure by non other than Uncle Ben's girlfriend. Yes, he has a new girlfriend and she is gorgeous both IN and OUT. I'm always hesitant about toddlers or even kids in general having make.......click to learn what next.

Helping your Sibling

Posted on August 22, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

In life, helping your sibling is a very important trait to have. My mother has always said, blood is thicker than water and she has brought my brothers and I up to stick out for one another. Sure, they may drive against my.......click to learn what next.

T2’s dressing up phase

Posted on August 21, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Let me tell you about T2's dressing up phase. She goes through 4 dresses a day on some days, some days she will insist on wearing a sweater (like below, or one of her other sweaters) with socks despite sweating like a dog,.......click to learn what next.

Simple Pleasures for Kids

Posted on August 20, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

T2 relishes in the simple pleasures for kids......like playing with grass. Who needs toys, right? Simple pleasures for kids, it's as simple as introducing them to the daun semalu, that shy plant that closes upon touch. Unfortunately, for a kid who appreciates the.......click to learn what next.

Taking Kids to the Movies

Posted on August 19, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

What do you think is the youngest possible age for taking kids to the movies??? We had ONE successful movie night with T2 and that was The Avengers but subsequently, every single movie after that (cartoons included) and plays/musicals have been one big.......click to learn what next.