A Mother's Monologue

Selling embellished clothes

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

Yes, that will be my new project for the year. Nevermind that I am so busy with the baby without any help and all that. I am so inspired by all these Moms out there that I want to do something too! So this is it. I will.......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.

Caring for a sick baby

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

......is not fun at all. She wants me all the time. She cries and cries and cries and there isn't much of any cry sound left but she still tries to cry..... But what can I do? I have to feed her sister. I have to feed her,.......click to learn what next.

Hospital Stories

Posted on June 7, 2010June 7, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Ahem. Now that I'm a regular here, I have made some 'friends' out of Doctors and Nurses, out of admitted boredom and a genuine interest in their lives after witnessing a distressed patient case at the Accident and Emergency ward the day T1 was admitted. An ambulance arrived.......click to learn what next.

Still in hospital…..BAH…..

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Yes, we’re still stuck here. T2 is still wheezing like an old Renault so the Doctor will not discharge her. Did I tell you how uncomfortable hospital beds are? It’s like sleeping on quick sand! And T2 is so sick that she wants the boob in her mouth.......click to learn what next.

Fun to wear clothes

Posted on June 6, 2010June 5, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

I received a birthday pressie this year from this very hardworking Mommy who started out blogging the same time I did back in the day that comprised 3 items of clothing from her latest, coolest online clothes shop. The first, a white and black floral print Japanese inspired.......click to learn what next.

Back in hospital again….

Posted on June 6, 2010June 6, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

The good thing about being in hospital is that the patient more often than not is drugged out and sleeps, and then the Mommy can actually access her laptop because there is really nothing else to do in a hospital room apart from digging your nose, practicing silent.......click to learn what next.

There is light at the end of the tunnel

Posted on June 5, 2010June 4, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

I know that most of you must be in suspense by now out of genuine concern for T1. Thank you for all your calls, smses, emails and offers for help. I always knew that there were some really amazing people out there. I really cherish you and I.......click to learn what next.

Teaching T1 to have pen pals abroad

Posted on June 4, 2010June 5, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

When I was a little girl, I had loads of pen pals I would write to, whether through friends of friends or from that famous Big Blue Marble show. Remember that? I used to love that show! I remember having this Italian pen pal from Melbourne who thought.......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 a loved one

Posted on June 4, 2010June 5, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Naturally, after coming out of a funeral of someone elses son, the fear of losing someone most dear to me was terrifying. Again, I was left hyperventilating with fear, baby in one hand and inhaler on another and the phrase calm down, calm down kept spinning in my.......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.

Freak accident

Posted on June 3, 2010June 3, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

After returning from the wake the night before and sleeping at 2am only to be woken at 4am and then again at 6am, I must pat myself on the back for surviving yesterday, the 2nd of June. After boobing T2 at 6am, I hopped onto the treadmill for.......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.

Life is precious

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

This evening, I shall be attending the funeral wake of one of my maid of honour's relatives alone. Luckily, or rather coincidentally, the Hubs is ill today so he didn't go to work and is available at home to take care of the kids. If he had gone.......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.

Fresh names and unfresh names

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

T1 came home today to tell me that most of her friends don't have fresh names like her and T2. Fresh names? What is that? "Fresh names are like T*ss@ and Ti@. Who do we know that have the same names as us? Nobody, right? That means our.......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.

Training children to clean their own toys

Posted on May 31, 2010May 31, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

T1 has this beautiful doll house that is every little girl's dream, mine included, and I keep reminding her just how lucky she is to have this doll house. Lately though, she hardly has any time to play with it because of her demanding school schedule and other.......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.

Mamapumpkin gaining readership

Posted on May 26, 2010May 25, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

It is scary to learn that there are many people out there lurking quietly reading this shit that comes out of my head besides enjoying some lovely pictures of my two girls, so I should perhaps start becoming more careful with what I write. As those of you.......click to learn what next.

Baby teaching her friends to build properly

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

And rightfully so. Both her parents are architects. Why is it I won't be surprised if both my girls end up being in the construction industry? They both love lego, they are both creative and they love drawing. How can I get them to be Doctors instead? Live.......click to learn what next.

Selling babies in Malaysia

Posted on May 25, 2010May 25, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

There are many people here who yearn for a baby yet cannot conceive hence babies for sale are a big business. You can purchase a newborn Indian baby for as cheap as RM5,000. That's cheaper than my hospital bill for delivering T2. Anyway, as my kids always stress.......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.

Istana Budaya, Jalan Tun Razak

Posted on May 25, 2010May 25, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

We pass this building every few times a week whenever we return home from town but have never ventured in till this last weekend when T1 and I spent a special night out together watching the latest musical in town. It looks so grand from the outside but.......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.

Good at directions?

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Mamapumpkin

Last week, we went to a friend's house which we almost never go to as it is so far but we've been there several times. I went alone with T1 and left T2 with the Hubs (I'm loving my days with T1 ALONE!!!) and I told her that.......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.