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, yo! I told T1 last.......click to learn what next.

Learning Tae Kwon Do in KL

Posted on August 17, 2012July 28, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Learning Tae Kwon Do in KL is becoming quite popular with the recent crime rates in KL. I've been toying with the idea of actually learning tae kwon do in KL myself now. Can you believe that the Grand Master of Tae Kwon Do in KL who teaches.......click to learn what next.

Aiming High

Posted on August 14, 2012July 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Everyone has their standards for everything. Some people absolutely love KFC. Some wouldn't touch it with a nine yard pole. Some offer a great review of a book. Others think it's crap. Sometimes it's personal taste, sometimes it's ignorance. As one grows older and wiser, one becomes more.......click to learn what next.

Mamapumpkin Searches

Posted on August 8, 2012September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

Last month, there were 1000 searches made on the word Mamapumpkin. Mamapumpkin searches are increasing! The brand is spreading despite no advertising so thank you so much, guys (and girls.....actually, more girls!!!)!!! Word of mouth works, I guess. If only I had the time to advertise, just imagine.......click to learn what next.

My Child T1

Posted on July 26, 2012July 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

If I had to describe my child, I would say she was a small, round ball of fluff that bursts into a colourful fire cracker when poked, rolls and bounces off walls most of the time from lunacy and tastes of marshmallows but does not smell like one.......click to learn what next.

Being naked

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Who do you allow to see you naked? Like butt naked??? How many people??? I used to date a Finnish guy whose family were nudists! They lived in Malaysia too, but of course they didn't practise their nudity here! However, he showed me summer holiday photos and they.......click to learn what next.

My Weakness – Being Disciplined

Posted on July 22, 2012June 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

I have many weaknesses but one of them which I am determined to conquer is discipline. I am totally hopeless when it comes to discipline. I'm not sure why either. Perhaps it stems from my childhood in that my parents never forced me to study. Actually, they never.......click to learn what next.

Being shoe crazy……..

Posted on July 20, 2012June 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Have you heard of Beth Shak? If you google, you will read the ludicrous story of her being in a divorce lawsuit with her ex-husband over her 1200 pairs of shoes worth over one million pound sterling. Obviously, she has more money than brains. I just think that.......click to learn what next.

My Self Fulfilling Prophecy

Posted on July 18, 2012June 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Got this from the net and it's great. I dedicate this to all the women I love. "I don't have an amazing figure or a flat stomach. I'm far from being considered a model, but I'm ME. I eat food. I have curves. I have more fat than.......click to learn what next.

The Story of the IKEA Billy Book Case

Posted on July 12, 2012June 25, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Once upon a time, when T1 was a baby and her baby books were starting to fill up our minimalist home, we bought her an IKEA Billy Book Case as it was white, cheap and did the job. We figured we wouldn't be using it forever and one.......click to learn what next.

Talkers, not Doers…..

Posted on July 11, 2012June 26, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Have you met those? Those people who do a lot of talking but not a lot of doing??? It's kind of like the nemesis of Nike's Just Do It, you know what I mean? But the reality of it is just that. Some people can sure talk a.......click to learn what next.

Doing groceries at Bangsar Village Grocers

Posted on July 9, 2012June 25, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

I really need to watch our grocery bill as it is getting excessive. Last month, the Hubs complained that we ate too expensively. It's all that quality food, I tell him! He thinks we should be getting our quality food from elsewhere and he's probably right. Below is.......click to learn what next.

Should I get a Driver???

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Due to the increasing crime rate in KL and shopping malls, I'm wondering if I should get a driver. However, I would only need a driver when I'm out with the kids really as when I'm alone, I'm quite S.T.R.O.N.G. (haha). OK, perhaps I should clarify. I have.......click to learn what next.

Moving at Lightning Speed

Posted on June 29, 2012June 29, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Sometimes I amaze myself. I've already mentioned how lazy I am and how I could sleep for a week any time but on the other end of the spectrum, I can also whiz around at lightning speed. This usually happens when I have to and when I have.......click to learn what next.

A Daily Dose of Vegetables

Posted on June 26, 2012June 20, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Many Malaysians do not get their five a day and certainly do not eat near enough fruit and vegetables daily. I was one such person but you would be amazed how good you will feel if you did indeed add the required minimum of fruit and veg into.......click to learn what next.

Eating BAD food

Posted on June 15, 2012June 15, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

We are working towards a healthier lifestyle because health to us is everything as without health, what is the point of life and money? Agree? However, majority of Malaysians are uneducated when it comes to eating healthy!!! I have really taken a serious interest now and am starting.......click to learn what next.

Teaching children simple manners

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Teaching children simple manners is a neverending job. They forget and you remind and seriously, you just keep reminding. But there is light at the end of the tunnel because at some point, they WILL get it. Thus all efforts are worth it. Yes, even all the vomit.......click to learn what next.

The Hidden Facades between people

Posted on June 15, 2012June 15, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Over the last 2 weeks, I've had a full on time entertaining guests from Australia and having a family wedding (what more the super HUGE family that I have) meant being with many people A LOT. This should generally spell celebration with a capital C, just like how.......click to learn what next.

Louis Vuitton Mahina XS – FOR SALE

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Some of you have shown interest in buying my Louis Vuitton Mahina XS and asked for photos so here they are! T2 fell in love with it immediately....... See the side ribs with the buckle above and below? You can adjust the ribs to be very crinkled or.......click to learn what next.

Appreciate your Children

Posted on June 1, 2012June 1, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

What are these two looking at? The small one's eyes can barely reach the window.....and hrmph. Look at whose slippers she's wearing??? Look at my girls - 5 years apart. It really was just yesterday that T1 was my little toddler of 2 years old (and you'd be.......click to learn what next.

Using TGROW in our lives

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

What the heck is TGROW??? It is a tool that life coaches use in order to assess one's status and help them move towards the right direction. Everyone wants a better life, right? Is there anything you would like to improve in your own life? You can use.......click to learn what next.

Sedition Act in Malaysia

Posted on May 30, 2012May 30, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Today, I read that the former Menteri Besar of Perak, Datuk Seri Nizar Mohammad Jamaluddin, is being investigated for what he said about the Johor Royalty for purchasing a number plate, the number plate WWW 1 for half a million Ringgit plus minus. It was RM520,000 to be.......click to learn what next.

Eat Well Class at Fit For 2

Posted on May 30, 2012May 30, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

This year I have a mission, and that is to lose some weight. I have to lose at LEAST 5 kilos but if possible, more. However, I also realise how busy I am with work and the lack of exercise so I am kind to myself. If I.......click to learn what next.

Standard of English in Malaysia

Posted on May 30, 2012May 30, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

The standard of English in Malaysia is apalling. Some people say that T1's English is very good but I beg to differ. Yes, she speaks and writes correctly but it is the least that is expected of her because after all, we speak decent English at home! It.......click to learn what next.

Inspiring your child to love the piano

Posted on May 29, 2012May 29, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

I started playing the piano when I was 6 - pretty late now if you compared it with the ages kids are now beginning their musical journeys! I hated it at 6 and by 7, I was begging my mom to stop my piano lessons which she almost.......click to learn what next.

Making Money from Blogging

Posted on May 28, 2012May 30, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

People are always asking me how I make money from this blog and I keep having to repeat myself. In fact, within my 6 years of blogging, there must be several posts within this blog that talks about making money from blogging as a Mom. And then lots.......click to learn what next.

More kidnap attempts in KL

Posted on May 27, 2012May 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

This is the latest piece I handed over to MamaBabyWorld last month about Keeping Our Children Safe in Kuala Lumpur. I think many parents take their children's safety for granted and after the recent kidnap attempts (there have been several unreported cases after Nayati, mind you), we cannot.......click to learn what next.

Excessive use of the Smart Phone

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Whether you have a Blackberry, an iPhone or one of the many other Smart Phones, let it be known that it is very rude to use it when you are in the presence of someone else unless it is a matter of urgency. And please apologise for it........click to learn what next.

Random Acts of Kindness with Friends

Posted on May 21, 2012May 21, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

A few weeks ago, I told myself that I was going to make an effort to catch up with old friends. Being so busy in this day and age, I hardly get the chance to socialise at all and every social event I attend will almost always be.......click to learn what next.

Making a Marriage WORK

Posted on May 15, 2012May 15, 2012 by Mamapumpkin

Making a marriage work is not easy. I have been married for 11 years and have known and dated my husband for a total of 14 years. We have been through ups and downs, dealing with external family stress, financial stress, children stress and all sorts of run.......click to learn what next.