Sharing everyday moments and random musings
It’s the March school holidays, and we decided to take a short, relaxing getaway to Johor Bahru (JB) for 3 days and 2 nights. We initially planned for a short trip, but since we were too slack to pack the itinerary with back-to-back activities, we just went with the flow …
“A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.” — Agatha Christie
I was trying to coax Kpo Kia to sleep as usual and told her, “Lift your head so I can move the blanket, else later your ear bleed again.” (I meant I might accidentally brush against her earring.) Then, I subconsciously added, “Maybe your ear always bleed ‘cos I just …
“A dead end is just a good place to turn around.” — Naomi Judd
This Chinese New Year marks the Year of the Snake, with the lunar year beginning on 29 January 2025. We didn’t get to spring clean thoroughly due to our busy work schedule. Luckily, we usually don’t have relatives and friends visiting us, and since I had cut down on a …
Friend shared a few photos with us in our group chat: The first thought that came to my mind was, “Parents are too rich.” If parents didn’t spend so much on their kids, the commercial would lose such a ‘money-earning opportunity,’ as expensive toys would no longer be affordable. Am …
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible.’” — Audrey Hepburn
My 2024 summary 2024 has been an eventful year, marked by challenges and milestones alike. I experienced H1N1 virus for the first time. On top of that, the health of the elderly in my family has been deteriorating with age, and even Kpo Kia Papa has been dealing with some …
Merry Christmas again~ Aging changes us. We’re less motivated to go out and more inclined to stay at home on Christmas Day. For non-Christians like us, beyond the festive celebrations (the “push factor” to gather with friends), it’s simply another public holiday. Still, I’m grateful for the break—it gives me …
“You are the CEO of your life. Start making executive decisions.” — Unknown