Category Archives: Thoughts & Scribblings

What goes on inside my head

The Sunflower Beauty Oil That Wowed Me Over

When I think of sunflower oil, I think of big beautiful cheerful-looking yellow flowers beaming in the sunlight.  And yes, sometimes I think of the oil some people use for cooking too.  Heh. Who would have thought that sunflower oil would … Continue reading

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Word Whizzing: Educational and Entertaining

Everyone loves toys which are educational and entertaining at the same time.  Talk about killing two birds with one proverbial stone!  The ever popular flash cards are a staple in every household with kids, I’m sure you’d agree. Every parent … Continue reading

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Malaysia Bugslock: Naturally Drives Mozzies (and Bugs) Away!

Most of you would know that I make my own insect repellent.  This actually works great and I use it every day, spraying it on my kids’ clothes and skin.  However, I have been wondering if mosquitoes do develop a … Continue reading

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Something Made Me Smile Today

Remember that lengthy kefir post I published a while ago?  Well, in that post I said that I have not seen kefir being sold in grocery stores in Malaysia, yes? I was wrong! I saw it today at a store here … Continue reading

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Ten Things a Stay-at-Home-Mom Needs

Being a Stay-at-Home-Mom is not easy.  We cook, we clean, we shop for groceries, we are on our toes the whole day long caring for kids…and sometimes we have to do these while trying our best to keep our eyes … Continue reading

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