A Mother's Monologue

My First Official Run – ParkCity Run at Desa Park City

Posted on November 27, 2011November 29, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

It's official - 28th November 2011 SUNDAY. A few months ago, my coach INSISTED I signed up for the Desapark City run after chickening out on this years StanChart Run. I can't remember now why I hadn't gone for the Stanchart Run but I'm sure I had a.......click to learn what next.

Hiking at Bukit Hartamas / Apek Hill / Saga Hill

Posted on November 26, 2011November 24, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

One fine morning, we got conned into climbing this very high hill. I know it doesn't LOOK very high, but it sure FEELS it even to the professional climbers who get knee ache at every climb. This hill is located in Cheras near T1's school branch and is.......click to learn what next.

Batman and Robin

Posted on November 25, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Go Swimming..... My girls are born comedians. It's a good thing. They make us laugh every single day. Cry too sometimes, but more laughing than crying. Phew.  

A cry for help?

Posted on November 24, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

If you ever feel stressed out from kids and need a break, dump them with a trusted friend. Or brother....... It's so cool that he is their favourite uncle. Booyah!

T1 Potter arises

Posted on November 23, 2011November 23, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Just when the Hubs thought we were doing REALLY well without a single hospital trip this year after spending close to 10k on hospital bills last year (if you haven't been following this blog, we were in hospital a LOT last year), T1 decided to kiss the edge.......click to learn what next.

Girls playing with Boy Toys

Posted on November 22, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Some parents are very sensitive when it comes to their children playing with the stereotype gendered toys. I think it's silly. Girls can play with boy toys and boys can play with girl toys! It is completely FINE. As children, kids need to explore everything, try out everything,.......click to learn what next.

Playing with friends from New York

Posted on November 21, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Not so long ago, one of Mama's dearest friend from New York (yeah, not only the Hub's has friends in New York, ya' know!) came down to KL for holiday and we met at the Lake Club to makan. After makan, the adults sat to catch up and.......click to learn what next.

Chinese Home Cooking

Posted on November 20, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

My Mom is awesome. Whenever she cooks, she's always thinking of each and everyone of us. I'm convinced that she believes that the way to our hearts is through our stomachs. Man, it totally is...... All dishes half eaten: Mashed tofu for the kids. . Green vegetables. ........click to learn what next.

The Bond of Sisters

Posted on November 19, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I've always wanted a sister, always wished and wished. I have the most wonderful 2 brothers, but still a sister would be different. So I am truly glad that T1 and T2 have each other. And grateful that we have 2 girls, because girls always come home even.......click to learn what next.

Rock Climbing for Kids in KL

Posted on November 18, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I must admit. I tried this once and I completely failed. My BUM was way too heavy. And the wall is so frigging high!!! If you ever attempt this, DO NOT LOOK DOWN. Just keep pulling yourself up. And even when you reach the top, do not look.......click to learn what next.

Delightful Copenhagen Delights

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I'm excited this coming Sunday. My girls and I are going SHOPPING. Where? Please come join me if you have girls or want to buy a girl a present. Yes, you're most welcome to buy my girls presents too. I am excited because the above look like dresses.......click to learn what next.

Losing Control……

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Have you ever had that feeling that you're spinning a downward spiral into the abyss, and the deeper you get sucked in, the crazier the turbulence, as your hair starts hitting your face painfully and you lose your glasses and control of your limbs, and suddenly you have.......click to learn what next.

Holy Smoking!

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I must have the worst luck with maids. I have been through several maids all in the space of 4 months since I started working and non of them have worked out. Thus I am still in search of that single person who can help me stay sane.......click to learn what next.

GAP CASTING CALL MALAYSIA 2011 – WHO’S THE NEXT SUPER GAP KID THEN?

Posted on November 15, 2011November 15, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Many Moms think their kid(s) are the cutest in the whole wide world but for me, I didn’t think. I knew. After all, the modelling genes were well ingrained in their blood. Nana performed many press ads and TV commercials in her youth but because it was so.......click to learn what next.

The Youngest Rock Climber at Camp 5

Posted on November 14, 2011November 12, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

We love going rock-climbing at Camp 5 but because it isn't exactly a cheap hobby, we go only a few times a year. Even T2 loves the space though! So much space and there is a baby boulder that she can attempt. I think we'll hold T1's next.......click to learn what next.

I wore a DRESS!!!

Posted on November 13, 2011September 13, 2019 by Mamapumpkin

With a fat body, I can hardly wear dresses without looking like a PUMPKIN. So for a whole year or two, the only dresses I wore were MATERNITY dresses, but now that T2 is TWO, I'm slowly gaining courage to walk out in a dress or two again........click to learn what next.

Crab day

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

One fine day, I started the day healthily with berries, low fat milk and that Kellog's Special K stuff. In preparation for this!!! Assam Prawns...... . Steamed Fresh Crabs....... . Crab Curry....... . Snake Beans........ . Herbal Sugar Cane to wash everything down with..... *burp* *rubs tummy* Thank.......click to learn what next.

Conversation with a toddler

Posted on November 9, 2011November 7, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Over the October weekend, my in-laws were in town so I took the liberty to dump T2 with them for the first time ever so I could go to the Doctor and whaddya know? She was fine! She looked for Mama of course when she woke up but.......click to learn what next.

A Lego Wonderland at Bangsar Village

Posted on November 9, 2011November 7, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Last November, Bangsar Village hosted a Lego Wonderland Exhibition and Play which was WONDERFUL!!! Kids were free to play with hundreds of lego pieces in a confined space and get totally drunk with LEGO. If there was only ONE toy that my kids could have and nothing else,.......click to learn what next.

The Sister Duet

Posted on November 8, 2011November 7, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

More than 6 months ago, the girls started performing their sister acts together singing all kinds of songs from nursery rhymes to the latest chart hits off the radio, but now that T1 is 2 years old, she has started picking up the lyrics and knows how to.......click to learn what next.

Geronimo Stilton Books

Posted on November 8, 2011November 8, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

A whole year and a half ago, T1 read the Geronimo Stilton series because someone had recommended them to us even though T1 was reading the Famous Five then. I allowed her to read it because I didn't know any better and I was told that the kids.......click to learn what next.

Visiting Vegas

Posted on November 8, 2011November 8, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

The Hubs has a sister in Arizona and he was saying recently that he'd like to take the girls there to stay with their Aunt for a bit. The woman has 2 properties going on 3 with gardens and a dog or two. It will be fun for.......click to learn what next.

Treasured Moments

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

My mother is a terminal cancer patient. 5 years ago, I posted about how we treasure our time with her and 5 years on, I'm doing it again. Let's hope I can do this same post in another 5 years. Without a T3, thank you very much. I.......click to learn what next.

New Kicks from Nike

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Although I'm nowhere close to calling myself a runner, I've actually learnt a lot about running and shoes this year, thanks to Godpa Soorya. The first thing I learnt was that my Mizunos were too tight for running! They certainly don't tell you these things at the shops!.......click to learn what next.

Sunday Simples

Posted on November 2, 2011October 31, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

I reiterate......who needs to buy toys? T2 found an old McDonald's toy from under the dresser and spent a whole 20 minutes playing with it. We observed admiringly. It was a Doraemon trapped on a whale gadget which moved if you twisted it clockwise. She had to figure.......click to learn what next.

DVD Duplications

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Do you know that all my life, I have never, ever duplicated a CD? Nor a DVD? Seriously, I'm that dumb. I haven't a clue how to do it and if anything needs duplicating, I will holler for help. However, for my big wedding anniversary plan, I'd really.......click to learn what next.

Malaysian Police Stations

Posted on October 31, 2011October 31, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

When my kids get out of hand, as they sometimes do, I threaten them that I will send them to the Police Station. We've been having this threat ever since T1 was 3 years old and yes, we have actually brought her there a few times. Children need.......click to learn what next.

Food Server Jobs

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

My baby brother who has been back for 3 months now still has not found a job. Anybody who cannot find a job in this market is just plain lazy! That's coming from my accountant. It's not that he cannot find a job. He is waiting for THAT.......click to learn what next.

Halloween in Kuala Lumpur

Posted on October 31, 2011October 31, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

Happy Halloween!!! (whether you're into it or not!) Halloween for us is just a kid's excuse to have fun. Nothing more, nothing less. I know of someone who gets really upset with Halloween because of it's perceived negative connotations and then some who don't care at all for.......click to learn what next.

Paying income tax at LHDN

Posted on October 28, 2011October 28, 2011 by Mamapumpkin

One fine day when I was maid-less, I lugged my two monkeys to the income tax department at Jalan Duta to pay my company's taxes. Why didn't I just get someone to get it paid for me? Because I like to get my hands dirty. I am on.......click to learn what next.