Arriving in New York

Posted on October 2, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I think that many tourists who are unfamiliar to New York are really unaware of the myriad of options available to them. I mean, in New York........there is EVERYTHING. Take something simple like transportation from the airport to their corresponding hotel. If you're part of a tour group,.......click to learn what next.

What I’ll do in New York at my next visit

Posted on October 2, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Gosh! If that ever happens again. *please God, give me a chance to visit New York again!* Alright. Let's assume I have arrived at Millionairedom and am feeling rather generous. I'd invite family and closest friends to fly with me to the Big Apple and stay at several.......click to learn what next.

Secretly applying for credit cards

Posted on October 2, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Do any of your husbands secretly apply for credit cards? Well, if you know about it, then it's not much of a secret, is it? Hahaha.... I know of a husband who has secretly applied for a credit card without his wives knowledge. Actually, I only know of.......click to learn what next.

Bumps on my head

Posted on October 1, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

For more than six months now, I've had these awful bumps on my forehead that I just can't seem to rid. It is so frustrating......bye-bye smooth, flawless, youthful skin. *sob* I have been puting it off for so long but I think I really need to consult with.......click to learn what next.

How to get a toddler US Visa urgently, like el pronto

Posted on October 1, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Tee's US Visa Photo. Have a cute face. Have parent's who already have US Visas in their passports. Have parent's who have return air tickets to their home country. Have a letter from NASA inviting parent's to witness a space shuttle launch. Have some cash to pay for.......click to learn what next.

Franchising a business

Posted on September 20, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I've always wanted to franchise a business but up till today have no idea what. I'm also perpetually on the lookout for franchise opportunities but so far, the brands that I've wanted to bring in have declined any interest in doing business in Malaysia. Their reasons were because.......click to learn what next.

Tee’s future as a dermatologist

Posted on September 20, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I have decided the fate of my child. Yes. Tee has always told me that she was going to be a doctor when she grew up but now, I am going to gear her towards dermatology. Why??? Because with dermatology, she doesn't have to be on call so.......click to learn what next.

Best diet pill in the market

Posted on September 20, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I usually don't condone people taking diet pills but sometimes even a Doctor prescribes diet pills, especially when someone is obese and bordering on having serious health issues. Thus if you really NEED to take some diet pills, you should really do some research on the best diet.......click to learn what next.

All about electronics

Posted on September 20, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Despite the fact that I love gadgets and all things electronic, I couldn't for the life of me imagine myself studying electronics to save my life. A good buddy of mine studied electronics engineering at the Imperial College of London and I saw him working out circuit boards.......click to learn what next.

Beautiful Designer Gowns

Posted on September 12, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

One of these days, I want to be able to fit into and afford an evening gown by Oscar de la Renta. I have never seen the prices but my guess would that it would be in the region of RM30,000??? Hahahahaha.....would you pay that much for a.......click to learn what next.

Learn about the drugs you take before taking them

Posted on September 12, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Ever since my Mother contracted cancer, she has been a walking drug store. The woman has to wake up by a certain hour everyday to take her medicine failing which her whole day would be ruined. And since she gets immune to the myriad of drugs given to.......click to learn what next.

The importance of hiring a branding agency

Posted on September 6, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Most people want to perform this exercise themselves. They have a great idea or a great product and they know it will make money. It will sell well. It will be a hit. It is something that is in demand. But to save money and operating costs, they.......click to learn what next.

The art of transporting art

Posted on September 6, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Have you ever wondered how complicated it is to transport art? art moving is truly an art in itself as I can profess. The architectural model here belongs to one of the many developments that the Hubs is working on and he frequently needs to fly these very.......click to learn what next.

Tee knows how to make money!

Posted on September 3, 2008September 3, 2008 by Mamapumpkin

Paper money, that is. And she also knows how to ask me for money every time she hears a swear word out of my mouth. Hrmph.... Yesterday, I attempted to teach Tee about money. Now the only reason it appears that I am such a good mom spending.......click to learn what next.

Are you a qualified beautician?

Posted on September 3, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

If only Malaysia had this spa jobs website, which is a website for job placements in the beauty industry; then beauty salons and spas will be able to source for staffing easily and select the best of the best. Plus, at least beauty salons will know that the.......click to learn what next.

Feng Shui for TV in the bedroom

Posted on September 1, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Not good. The Chinese believe that if you have a TV in your bedroom facing your bed, your soul that travels whilst you sleep may not find it's way back to your body because the reflection from your TV screen will confuse the soul. Similarly for having mirrors.......click to learn what next.

Leaks in the house are bad luck!

Posted on September 1, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Did you know that? The Chinese believe that if you have a pipe or tap leaking, or even if your roof leaks, any leak of water really, you are doomed for bad luck. More specifically, whenever you have a leak, money will quickly leave your pocket. So if.......click to learn what next.

Getting rid of acne and pimples

Posted on September 1, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I don't know why but at this old age of middle aged-ness, I have suddenly broken out with zits all over my forehead and scattered around my face too. It's those whitehead kind of zits that sometimes turn into pimples but most of the time is just there!!!.......click to learn what next.

How to win an amazing back to school deal

Posted on August 22, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

It's easy. How many of you can live without the internet? We all need broadband, right? When I was in Australia without broadband and had to live with a dial-up, I gave up. It's like tasting the good life and returning to basics. I didn't have the patience........click to learn what next.

Keeping a log on office supplies

Posted on August 22, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Office supplies is an interesting topic. Are you the one dishing out the office supplies or are you the one stealing office supplies home? I have done both. In a company where I'd felt unappreciated, I'd help myself to the pens and internet and whatever else, really. But.......click to learn what next.

How to have a home based business

Posted on August 21, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

As stay at home mothers, it is very difficult in performing the most difficult job in the world. If we had a lot of money, we could hire a lot of maids to run the household for us and spend every minute of our lives with our kids.......click to learn what next.

Tee and I laughing over Halloween Costume today

Posted on August 19, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Today Tee and I watched a comedy sitcom about Halloween. It was bloody hilarious. Two grown adult men in black Halloween costumes were about to set off to a Halloween party but were held back. Their 4 year old son, who was in a Cinderella ball gown REFUSED.......click to learn what next.

As I bid farewell……

Posted on August 19, 2008 by Mamapumpkin

To someone I thought was a friend, I am renewing my life and moving on. You're certainly one friend I don't need. Who needs enemies when you have friends like you? For a whole year, I kept you by my side. I worked so hard to keep you,.......click to learn what next.

Starting a franchise business

Posted on August 17, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

In blogging. You heard right. What do you think? If I started a business manual, let's say in blogging, and then design a methodology behind the whole process and franchise it? I think it's a superb idea!!! So many mothers want to make money online or maintain their.......click to learn what next.

Getting serious about blogging

Posted on August 17, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Since my new revelation and since I am committing myself to working harder, I have to organise my time fruitfully. And I need to organise my home office. Currently my work desk is also my dressing table :-) No kidding. And sometimes my bed is my work space,.......click to learn what next.

Web hosting renewals

Posted on August 15, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Recently, I had to renew my website hosts subscription and had to make the decision whether or not to stick to the same web hosting company or to try out a new one. After all, you should always shop around when you are about to spend money, right?.......click to learn what next.

Advertising Agencies in Malaysia

Posted on August 13, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

When I was working as a designer, I met practically every advertising agency there was in town in pitching work to them. It is interesting when you compare advertisement designers to space designers. At the end of the day, we're all designers - narcissistic, perfectionist, work damn hard.......click to learn what next.

Dermatological help for pimple face

Posted on August 11, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

I know some people with very bad scarring on their faces due to them squeezing their zits as teenagers. Thank goodness my grandmother always warned me not to squeeze my zits as a teen thus I don't have too many scars. Some people have scars all over their.......click to learn what next.

Watching movies on my phone

Posted on August 11, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Ever since I got my new phone, I've discovered that it really it is God sent and is the most convenient tool ever invented. I love, love, love it!!! It is super convenient for moms on the go and I highly recommend every tech savvy Mom to get.......click to learn what next.

New Plasma TV

Posted on August 11, 2008February 5, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Ever since the Feng Shui man visited my home, we've rearranged our bed so that it faces a wall with a built-in book shelf cum dresser against it. Our old TV died on us a month ago and since then we've been contemplating getting a new TV for.......click to learn what next.