A Mother's Monologue

Lovely green apples

Posted on February 6, 2011February 4, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

We have abundance of lovely green apples at home because it is soooooooooooo good for you. It has always been my plan to juice them for the family but so far I have not yet attempted it with my blender (I don't have.......click to learn what next.

The Royal Murtabak

Posted on February 6, 2011February 3, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Practically all the food we consume at the in laws house has a story. Seriously. And interestingly so. Murtabak has never really been my thing with me much prefering roti canai, plain at that. But when I was forced to try this particular.......click to learn what next.

A GREAT Birthday Party in KL

Posted on February 5, 2011February 1, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The BEST kiddy birthday parties are always the ones at home organised by Mom with as little money as possible. Truly. Of course, not all of us Moms are able to give that to our kids or like myself, just haven't managed to.......click to learn what next.

Pigs in Kelantan?

Posted on February 5, 2011February 3, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Remember our little Kelantanese animal adventure? Well, we walked deep into a jungle to see pigs! If you may or may not know, Kelantan is a PAS state. A very Muslim state in Malaysia. And Muslims and pigs aren't good friends. Thus the.......click to learn what next.

Bathing a baby in a baby seat

Posted on February 4, 2011January 28, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I love this bath seat because it makes me feel safe. But T2 is now almost 18 months and is a rebellious toddler who will no longer stay seated. Oh no. She wants to move, explore, try out new things, touch, push, pull......and.......click to learn what next.

Our Valentine’s Day Project

Posted on February 4, 2011February 4, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

This Sunday, T1 and I will work on our Valentine's Day project. The Hubs and I are not big Valentine fans but I know my girl will certainly love spending some Mommy and daughter time doing some craft (she loves craft!!!) and what.......click to learn what next.

Stylo at Pavilion 2010

Posted on February 4, 2011January 28, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Check out the big shoe.....I must tell T1 the story of the old woman who lived in the shoe. She used to have the book but I'll bet she's forgotten!

Terms of Endearment

Posted on February 4, 2011January 28, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Cooking Nasi Dagang – Kelantanese Traditional Dish

Posted on February 4, 2011February 3, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The next day in Kota Bharu was declared Nasi Dagang Day for us so we woke bright and early to catch the nasi dagang lady who makes THE best nasi dagang in Kelantan. If you're late, you'd have to settle with plain rice.......click to learn what next.

Scrambled eggs on toast

Posted on February 3, 2011January 27, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

All four of us in this household loves this. Simple, quick and nutritious. All it needs is a side of baked beans and some fruit. And coffee!!!

First meal in Kota Bharu

Posted on February 3, 2011February 3, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I can't believe how time flies! By this weekend, we'll already be back in KL again. Back to the grind. Bah. I'm really taking full advantage of my babysitters and maids here in Kota Bharu! Not to mention, I'm also working my ass.......click to learn what next.

Feffy’s Spa at Solaris

Posted on February 3, 2011January 27, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

One fine day, my not girly-girl decided to be a girl for the day. We visited the kids spa at Solaris to check it out. If you want to give your girly-girl a treat, make your way there for some fun. Bare in.......click to learn what next.

One Utama outdoor atrium

Posted on February 3, 2011January 27, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Bianco – Bijou – Bisou – Bijoux – Fit For 2

Posted on February 3, 2011January 27, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Bianco is a pizza place at Damansara Perdana but I'm not sure if it's closed down now. It's a pity because the pizzas there were so awesome, the best we've tried in KL! The atmosphere was very chic too but pity about the.......click to learn what next.

Keeping Baby Busy

Posted on February 3, 2011January 27, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Being a work from home Mom, I have to crack my head daily to think of ways to occupy my baby's attention whilst I work hurriedly on the computer. And such activities only last 30 minutes at most. But if you have enough.......click to learn what next.