In-laws visiting in August

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Every time I think about my in-laws, I get stressed about my weight because they are all such a fit and lean family and I have a complex about being seen with them because I stand out like the obese daughter-in-law. I am also in a fix now.......click to learn what next.

Looking good at the 80s Party this weekend

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

An old friend of mine from school whom I haven't seen for more than 10 years has invited me for an 80s party this weekend as he is celebrating his big birthday bash. I am so excited because I'll be seeing old school mates that I haven't seen.......click to learn what next.

What is an ATV?

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Here's one for you. How many of you know what an ATV is? I sure didn't know what it was.....I thought it had something to do with television, like maybe some new cable channel or like Astro Beyond, but it is actually more like an SUV, and to.......click to learn what next.

What interests men

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

The other day, Elaine highlighted an interesting fact to me and that I was getting some interesting advertising on my blog despite it being a quasi-parenting blog! Amazing stuff. I wonder why advertisers would put such stuff up here, hoping wives would purchase them for their husbands perhaps?.......click to learn what next.

Losing hair tremendously

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

So when does one actually stop losing hair after pregnancy? With T1, I was told that the Malays believe that hair loss is related to your baby's drool. As long as your baby still drooled, you will continue to lose your hair and T1 drooled for a very.......click to learn what next.

How to get rid of chin acne

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

You will get chin acne if you like resting your chin on tables or if you constantly like touching your chin, little do you know how dirty your hands are whenever you touch your face as your hands touch other things every second of the day! So if.......click to learn what next.

How to lose weight before my in laws come

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

My sister-in-law will be visiting from the States soon thus my in-laws will be in town this August. In order to lose weight super duper fast, I will need to do something drastic like take some of that 7-dfbx supplements to slim down so I look like one.......click to learn what next.

Baby For Sale

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Baby girl for sale at a bargain price. Baby is eleven months old and is extremely cute. She can point to your nose and stick out her tongue and wave and emulate an aeroplane, and tell you she's full and do many other tricks like a well trained.......click to learn what next.

Our sleeping status

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Currently, T2 and I share a King sized mattress connected to a large single mattress. Just the two of us, and even then, I get cramped up as this little baby of mine sleeps like a clock. There are pillow barricades all around the mattress so she doesn't.......click to learn what next.

Buying a new watch

Posted on June 23, 2010June 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Watches are considered men jewelery, speaking of which, I cannot stand a man who wears other jewelery other than a watch. I find is so un-macho!!! My cousin was down recently from Australia and he had all these necklaces and bracelets and rings and no wonder he didn't.......click to learn what next.

How to choose a netbook

Posted on June 21, 2010June 21, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

What is a netbook, you may ask? Amazingly, I owned one of the pioneer netbooks many years ago made by Sony that I could dump in my handbag and brought it everywhere before kids and it was great. Except that I needed to use a pair of binoculars.......click to learn what next.

Visit to New York

Posted on June 16, 2010June 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

The Hubs is a real New Yorker and although he has been back in town for 10 years, he has still not made any friends because not only has he not met anyone whom he clicks with, he is also too lazy to go out looking for new.......click to learn what next.

An adventure at the hospital

Posted on June 14, 2010June 15, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

On one of the days during our recent stay at the hospital, I told the Hubs that I really needed to get out as being confined within four walls is a killer. I decided to go out to buy some lunch as there is only so much Starbucks.......click to learn what next.

An exciting hobby

Posted on June 9, 2010June 9, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Do you have a hobby? I've had so many hobbies in my lifetime that I can't say for sure which is my true hobby any more or perhaps I am so diverse that everything is my hobby! I remember back in the good old days as teenagers, we'd.......click to learn what next.

A very special gift

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

I always crack my head when thinking of what to give people as gifts as I never want to buy just anything. I always want some meaning in a gift and I always try my very best to match a gift to the person. For example, if a.......click to learn what next.

Increasing our wealth

Posted on June 4, 2010June 4, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

At many a time, we take our lives for granted not only literally but in financial terms as well. It is only when you are suddenly stuck with hefty medical bills when you start to realise just how important having an investment is. One that can appreciate well.......click to learn what next.

Losing weight fast

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

I read that if I were to walkrun (and the important point to note is that I have to keep my heart rate between 130-150 beats per second in order for optimum fat loss) 2 kilometers per day, I would be able to experience quick weight loss to.......click to learn what next.

Getting rid of pregnancy stretch marks

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

When I was pregnant, my Japanese aunty sweared by applying tons of olive oil in order to prevent my body from getting stretch marks. I tried this but it didn't really work thus I reasoned that stretch marks, like a beautiful complexion is really down to ones genes........click to learn what next.

Losing weight fast

Posted on June 1, 2010June 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Recently, I've noticed some of my blog friends, namely Musings of A New mother and Laundry Amah (and I cannot link them here for obvious reasons), shrinking drastically in size!!! I am envious to say the least!!! Thus, my inspiration from them has spurred me on to get.......click to learn what next.

Removing blackheads

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

It's been ages since I last went for a facial and have been meaning to go for one soon (well, since 6 months ago!) but I'm quite particular about how to get rid of blackheads. I don't like those beauty salons that steam your face and then press.......click to learn what next.

How to De-stress on an Extra Stressful Day

Posted on June 1, 2010June 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Yesterday, still suffering from a late night out and severe lack of sleep, what with body-aches and chills, T2 decided to act up and not sleep. When I discovered I had 10 new assignments to complete, I was even more stressed and even wasted 2 hours trying to.......click to learn what next.

Farm trip in Australia

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Funnily, I'm not looking forward to our trip this year because right now, I'm just feeling completely burnt out. It has been almost 3 months without any help and I'm starting to really feel the pain. A holiday away only means more work when we get back and.......click to learn what next.

Entertaining kids in KL

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

What does one do with kids here unless take them to the malls, entertain them at home, or take them to the park? Sure, you can get really creative and fill up all the hours in a year to entertain young, energetic kids all year round but can.......click to learn what next.

Home makeover

Posted on May 23, 2010May 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

In reorganising our lives and our home after our maid has been sent home, we have decided that we will sell all our old furniture and get new ones. After all, it has been 5 years since we moved into this place and all the furniture we have.......click to learn what next.

We have the best insurance agent

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Yes, I really couldn't have asked for better service than our insurance guy who was introduced to us by our banker. He is completely reliable, is never late and knows his stuff really well. I am not speaking well of him because he has given me any deals.......click to learn what next.

Flabby tummy

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

A friend of mine got me some lovely L'Occitane yummy tummy cream for my flabby tummy and I have been using it since my birthday, and although it smells Heavenly and makes my tummy super smooth, I can't say my tummy is shrinking! I guess if I want.......click to learn what next.

Exam pressure

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Tee's school is full of competition and whilst competition is healthy, I have to try very hard to stay away from competing Moms. Yes, it is the Moms who are competing, not the kids. The kids are just innocent and happy to do whatever school makes them do.......click to learn what next.

Unique gifts for special people

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

What do you buy someone who has everything? Well, the thing is, you don't. You make them something instead. I have always taught T1 that it is much more rewarding to receive a present that is made from ones hard work and efforts than to simply get something.......click to learn what next.

Buying insurance for T2

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Last year, the Hubs after getting a very good term life insurance quote , decided to purchase an insurance policy for T2 amounting to almost 5k per annum. That's more than any of OUR insurance policies! The thing is, if you're a bad saver, as we are, then.......click to learn what next.

How to hide a big bum in a photo shoot

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Recently, despite just recently having had a photo shoot earlier this year, we opted for another because this photographer was leaving the country and we wanted to snag her before she left. She had done some awesome photos of T1 when T1 was 4 months old (which are.......click to learn what next.