A Mother's Monologue

Harvey Dam, Perth

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

When we visited Perth, we spent a few days at the Harvey Hills Farmstay which was awesome. On the way back, we stopped by at the Harvey Dam which was breathtakingly refreshing. Fresh, FRESH air.......Very COOOOOOLLLLLLLLDDDD air. What really amazed me about Harvey.......click to learn what next.

Before I was a Mom……..

Posted on April 27, 2011April 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I never in my wildest dreams thought I would end up a stay at home Mom. No bloody way in hell. And then look what happened. Before I was a Mom, it was all about me. I always thought it would always be.......click to learn what next.

Signing my life away

Posted on April 26, 2011April 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

This evening, the Hubs passed me some papers to sign and I signed them quickly without question. Did I care? No, of course not. I trust him, right? For that, I was told off because he insisted that I READ everything that I.......click to learn what next.

How to make a Paper Mache vase

Posted on April 25, 2011April 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

How to make a paper mache vase: This is certainly one skill where T1 beats me head on because quite simply, I have not done paper mache in my entire life. I know how to do it theoretically, just haven't done it! Last.......click to learn what next.

Searching for Twitter friends

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Yo, people! Judging from statistics, many of you are NOT on twitter but more on Facebook? I need more Twitter friends! Who's on Twitter?!

Chocolate stash from Perth

Posted on April 24, 2011April 19, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

One of the things that is so worth getting from abroad, especially from Europe, the US and Australia is our regular chocolate stash from Perth. Whilst waiting for the family group to come together, T1 and I scurried to the supermarket to get.......click to learn what next.

Things To Do in Fremantle, Perth

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

The day we visited Fremantle was Father's Day in Perth so with Nana's help, T1 got her Daddy a cheesy plaque *cheesy grin*. There are many things to do in Fremantle but really, all you need to do is just be there and.......click to learn what next.

Chanel Boutique in Bangkok Airport

Posted on April 22, 2011April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I have readers reminding me that I haven't yet completed my 12 point post on my Bangkok trip, in particular one who wanted to hear about the Chanel post. Oops! Here you go then.... Don't expect lots of photos of beautiful Chanel bags.......click to learn what next.

Selling the car

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The Hubs wants to buy a truck. If you have been a loyal reader following this blog for years, you will know what a truck fanatic he is. No fast cars for him. He isn't the least bit interested. You certainly have a.......click to learn what next.

Feeding a Toddler

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I must admit that I am Malaysia's Number One LAZY MOM. Lately, I have been so busy that my baby doesn't get to eat proper meals every day. Well, part of it is her fault because she is so darn fussy that gone.......click to learn what next.

Bathroom furniture

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

In our quest to reorganize the home, I have been looking at bathroom etageres, in particular one etagere that is made of cast iron supports and porcelain shelves. I'm just a sucker for beautiful things, what can I say? Bathroom etageres are great.......click to learn what next.

Visiting Ama in hospital

Posted on April 22, 2011April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

It is hard to believe that within barely a year of celebrating Ama's 95th birthday, she is now unable to walk. At all. Her legs and hands keep bloating up due to water retention because her kidneys have failed. Her bladder and bowels.......click to learn what next.

Buying new curtains

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

If I had been any smarter, I would have just done away with curtains. Anything fabric for me is just sinus no-no. But too late now. I have curtains. And I hate washing them and having to care for them. Can't I just.......click to learn what next.

The biggest challenge of a woman

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I think I am about to face it. Working successfully (until I get equity) and having kids (making sure they end up as quality kids - what is that? I'll define that another day), running some online portals (of which I have a.......click to learn what next.

Coin Collection

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

T1 used to have a coin collection that she was very excited about but she seems to have forgotten about it now. School has been keeping her very busy on top of her various extra-curriculur activities. I should remind her about it actually,.......click to learn what next.