A Mother's Monologue

Enforcement and Corruption in Malaysia

Posted on May 24, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I'm not sure to what degree this happens in other cities around the world because I have lived only in London and KL for a long enough period to justify knowing the ins and outs of a city's soul, but in KL, two things that stick out like.......click to learn what next.

Poking little orifices

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

If you didn't already know, Tee and I and the Hubs have been taking turns getting sick. It first started when Tee brought home a bug from school 2-3 weeks ago. Then we got better, then she went back to school, and we got ill again. And the.......click to learn what next.

Terry Fox Run, Kuala Lumpur

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

This is Tee at the TFR last year. We woke up bright and early at 6am and headed to Lake Gardens for the run together with friends and family. This year's TFR is being held at Bukit Jalil because it is expected to be even bigger. Mark your.......click to learn what next.

Our love transaction

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

This morning, after allowing me a lie-in because after having 3 days of straight 8 hour sleeps, I still felt like a bus had smashed into me. Tee played beside me in bed all morning till 10am, all by herself. Alone! For a whole 2 hours! Till she.......click to learn what next.

A harsh reminder that my toddler is only two plus

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Today, a friend of mine reminded me that Tee is only two and a half. Only? Yes, only. I was verbalising my frustrations about Tee; how she has this innate talent in augmenting MY voice (I don't even know how to augment my own voice!), how she knows.......click to learn what next.

Ahhh….the look of love….

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Breastfeeding in the 22nd century - I can't begin to tell you how funny it is when Tee searches for her hidden nipples to feed her baby milk. I mean, at this age...their tummies are so big and round that their lack of tits are really just that........click to learn what next.

New writing contract

Posted on May 22, 2007October 20, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I just got my 2nd writing contract yesterday to write children book reviews and a few parenting articles. What do you as parents want to learn about? Tell me, tell me, tell me...... For me:- The effects of long term yelling at your children How to make money.......click to learn what next.

Fitness First – the first flim flam of fitness in Malaysia

Posted on May 22, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I joined Fitness First KLCC a couple of years ago only to be the bearer of unfortunate circumstances that prevented me from going further. I changed my membership status to an absent member and paid RM35 monthly. After paying my absent membership fees for more than a year,.......click to learn what next.

Three ants sleeping

Posted on May 21, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

There were three ants that lived in the bathroom. It was time for bed, so they each chose where they were going to sleep. One slept in the sink, one slept in the bathtub, and the last one slept in the toilet. The next morning, they discussed their.......click to learn what next.

“Don’t yell at your children.”

Posted on May 21, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Says our Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, today. "...let us correct them with love and care and not by yelling at them,” he advised parents. That's it. Tee is doomed. I might as well start a fund for her future therapy sessions........

TM Net and their Debt Collectors

Posted on May 21, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

TM is the country's leading integrated telecommunications company in Malaysia. Or so they claim. Many years ago, before I moved out from my Mother's hotel, I subscribed to a TM Net line so I could practise patience with slow internet access. My monthly bill never showed more than.......click to learn what next.

From Rags to Riches

Posted on May 21, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

My MIL told me this story. There was once a girl called Rain who hailed from sunny Kota Bharu, Kelantan. She married a teacher and was often seen riding on a motorbike. Rain was very ambitious and hob-nobbed with potential suiters often despite already being married. She had.......click to learn what next.

It would be so nice….

Posted on May 20, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

It would be so nice If Tee could leave me alone for only a day It would be so nice If I didn't have to decide what to eat or feed today It would be so nice If I could stimulate my brain without distractions It would be.......click to learn what next.

Shouting at your toddler

Posted on May 20, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I just did. *gulp* It was an all out yelling voice shout as well. Like a hysterical mad lady who'd just got her handbag snatched. *gulp* She has been climbing all over me while I read on the laptop and whining when she is supposed to be sleeping........click to learn what next.

Nosiness – A Barracuda Woman activity

Posted on May 20, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Heard whispering at the Baraccuda Women's Club today:- "Hey, have you seen that woman before ah?" "Where? Which one?" "There....the one sitting with the three men." "No, don't think so." "I wonder if she is a member. She doesn't look like a member. I think she is not.......click to learn what next.

Why I don’t have a maid

Posted on May 19, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Having a maid (full-time or part-time) in KL as a Mother is like wearing underwear. Everyone has them, they get changed often and only a select few choose not to have any. I am one such Mom (err…the maid part, not the underwear). I have never had a.......click to learn what next.

Where did I come from?

Posted on May 19, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

When I was 10 years old, my Mother bought me this book titled "Where Did I Come From?" Back then, it was the ONLY book which described the birds and the bees to children. I brought it to school one day to share it with my friends, who.......click to learn what next.

A typical Saturday morning for the Lees

Posted on May 19, 2007September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

I knocked off at 5am this morning. Woke at 9am. It's like being back in Architecture School . Brought T1 to a "pink-pink" themed birthday party at Caterpillar. I love parties like these - short and sweet, because really....how much excitement and sugar can 2-3 year olds take?.......click to learn what next.

Barracuda Women

Posted on May 19, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Where I gym at the local club, between 9-11am, I have the veteran crowd for company. This is not a problem for me as I get along well with people of all ages, from gurgling babies to waffling grandpas. However, I have such passion and arousal when certain.......click to learn what next.

A Royal Wedding

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

It was a marriage of convenience. He and she have been very good friends for the longest time and she has royal blood. The other doesn't. 5 years ago, they were beside me at a restaurant. Definitely good friends. Not lovers.

London, a sweet breath of reminiscence and nostalgia

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I spent a third of my formative years in London so London is very special. The last time I was there with the Hubs in 2001, London had already metamorphosised from what it was when I was a student. I am sure when we go next year, London.......click to learn what next.

A much deserved holiday

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Pray for me, EVERYONE! The Hubs is close to agreeing to babysit Tee for 4 days and 3 nights whilst I take a much deserved all expense paid break to Hong Kong. I am SO excited, I can't wait till he says YES! Initially, my Fairy GodMother was.......click to learn what next.

My new toy

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Thank you to Apple and the person who gave this to me :-) My two year old is already eyeing it......

My emotional hole – lack of parental attention

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

A friend of mine told me the other day that I have an emotional hole due to the lack of love in my life whilst growing up. It totally threw me off guard. Surely if I had an emotional hole before, then it would have been filled up.......click to learn what next.

The journey of fat loss

Posted on May 17, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

I burned 380 calories this morning on the cross trainer. I had a 400 calorie breakfast. I had a total of 1100 calories today. If I can keep this up, I have hope. I learnt the kind of food I should be eating and the portions from here........click to learn what next.

The root of all evil

Posted on May 17, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Everyone has their own ideologies about money - the all powerful entity that makes our world go round.Money has shed blood, broken families, stirred contempt, yet brought gratification to many. It also feeds us, clothes us and shelters us - in varying degrees.How much money do we really.......click to learn what next.

Where am I going?

Posted on May 17, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

This has been a nagging cloud of late. Back in my heydays (yes, I did have them - where have they gone???), I had direction. I had purpose. There was a plan. All was well as I approached my estimable life goals. I was a confident, ambitious career.......click to learn what next.

The mouth of defiance!

Posted on May 17, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

Rushing Tee to go to bed tonight as I had a date with a girlfriend (actually, I rush her to bed every night - y'know, I just can't wait for that moment of peace; it's like crossing the finishing line of a 10 kilometer marathon. With a GOLD.......click to learn what next.

CPR for Babies and Toddlers

Posted on May 16, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

As promised - a boring but informative post. First and foremost, babies and toddlers (BT) are made up differently from adults so before you ever touch a BT in distress, read my lesson. Hollywood movies teach us to tilt the unconscious person's head back and start pumping with.......click to learn what next.

The case of the missing McDonald’s Cheeseburger

Posted on May 15, 2007September 27, 2007 by Mamapumpkin

After 5 hours of sleep (which is more than I get some days), I did the school run and determinedly headed off to the gym. Half way there, I get a distressed phone call from a friend who's lost her way and is late to teach a Baby.......click to learn what next.