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something new

Over the weekend when I was at the market, I spotted a rather unique plant. I have never seen a plant like this before. The leaves are curly like ribbons and it has red flowers. I bought one and hang … Continue reading

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recycled love

Last October, we attended the Japan Charity Bazaar which was held at the Prince Hotel. There were about 40 booths selling food stuff, handmade items, clothing and accessories. Proceeds from the sale are channeled to 12 charitable organisations. There was … Continue reading

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A Simple Kraft Paper Giftwrap

Recently we were invited to the birthday party of our friends’ 7 year old son. What I love most about birthdays are shopping for the gift and wrapping it. Once I got the gift, I put it inside a recycled … Continue reading

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goober lover

Ashley just loves peanut butter and she can have peanut butter with bread every day. We have strawberry and mixed fruit jam as well as kaya too but if she has her way, she would just want peanut butter only. … Continue reading

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our first Hina Matsuri celebration

Yesterday was 3rd March and it is the Hina Matsuri Day which is known as the Girl’s Day or Japanese Doll Festival. It is an ancient custom where people pray for the happiness and healthy growth of their daughters.  According … Continue reading

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her favourite comics

The missy has suddenly developed a keen interest in reading Archie comics.  She has a few copies which we bought last time and never showed any interest until last month.  When she finished them, we bought more during Chinese New … Continue reading

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Don’t Ask

While surfing the internet a couple of days ago, I saw this funny birthday candles on Amazon.  It had me in stitches and I think I should get them for my next birthday.    This ‘Don’t Ask Who’s Counting’ candles … Continue reading

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fun activities for the missy

Recently I have been looking around for some fun activities for Ashley to do on weekends.  She wants ballet but I think she is too old for it now.  I was thinking perhaps some singing or  dance lessons.  I spotted … Continue reading

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Lion Dance Performances

How was your Chap Goh Mei, everyone? We ended the Chinese New Year celebration by watching 2 lion dance performances yesterday. In the morning, we headed out to TTDI market for their annual Chap Goh Mei celebration. Ashley loves lion … Continue reading

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Wall Murals In Ipoh

Recently when we were back in Ipoh for Chinese New Year, my niece told me about the beautiful wall murals in New Town.  They were painted at the end of January.  She told me that the murals are on the … Continue reading

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