Yes! sleeping – a lot of it – is very important to someone like myself – being a diabetic and all. I tell PB all the time – because I can’t sleep well – if he doesn’t get to bed and by the time he does – he wakes me up and I tend to have a hard time falling back to sleep. I toss and turn the whole night – and I get really upset because I know I need to sleep bad! Anyhow, PB said he is going to try looking for some natural sleeping aids for me – that way – I don’t feel so stress up about trying to get enough rest. And for those who can’t find me online after midnight these day – that’s because I need to be in bed by then – for I have to be up at 7am for Chloe to go to school. I’m not missing – just want to be healthy and get enough rest.
Battle With My Weight
Many of you who knows me – know that I’m not on Facebook or playing Facebook games like fishville or cafeworld like for almost 2 months. Many of you are also curious to find out what I’ve been up to as well – since I don’t update my status on Facebook that much either. That’s because I’m battling with my weight and health issue and want to spend more time taking care of myself – instead of sitting in front of the computer. As it is I already spend a lot of time in front of the computer – so no – I took charge of my life and said to myself – I’m gonna start eating right and exercising. I also look into taking diet pills to help supplement my effort and I’m happy to report that I’ve lost 3kg in 1.5 months.
Yesterday, when I had gone to see my family doctor to get a prescription for my “crazy” meds – she was quite pleased with the weight lost but insisted that I have to still see the psychologist. I’m not seeing a psychiatrist but a psychologist – according to my new family doctor a psychologist is like a consultant – to evaluate my condition. So no I’m not being treated by a psychiatrist – just an evaluation and it was something I wanted to do too because I was having anxiety attacks. So there you have it – I’m just taking care of myself and Chloe better that’s all and thank you all who have written and asked about my well-being.
Teenagers & Acne
I was a very lucky teenager that didn’t need any acne serum when i was young, unfortunately, my brothers – well – they were different – they needed a lot of help. But some 30 years ago – we didn’t think of seeing a dermatologist or any doctor – we thought that it would go away – when they grew older. Well, now they have scars on their faces – which isn’t good at all – luckily they are guys. So when PB’s cousin – a girl had the same problems – we looked into some good acne serum to find the best one for her. You know it’s not easy being a teenager – and having to deal with acne can be even harder. So I had helped them read up more on what to get – afterall, I have a daughter too – and Chloe will be a teenager too – i’m keeping my fingers crossed – but you never know eh.
Weddings & Flowers
Living in Canada for the last 10 yrs doesn’t mean that I want to lose touch with family and friends – in fact – i think we are a lot more closer now that we don’t get to see each other that often. But it is sad when the nieces/nephews or the best friends celebrates a special occasion and you can’t attend. But like all Chinese, we believe that we have to show that we think and care about them. Asked Barb who started work this year in January after taking a long break looking after her daughter. But what was most awesome was – all our friends from all over the world came together and used Proflwers to send her a bouquet of roses – to boost her confidence -she was thrilled i am pretty sure.
So the niece who got married last week was very touched to receive this from us all the way from Canada – we couldn’t be there you see – too long a flight – but we wanted her to know we care for her and loved her. Thank God for services like these eh – but it’s not new to me.. because some 15 yrs ago – i was using this service to send flowers to PB while i was in Singapore and he in Canada – i even have pictures of them to proof it.. hahahha!! Ahhh.. love.. what better way to show it then with flowers eh. Did you send flowers to your spouse lately??? or someone you miss ..?? I did received some from PB not too, too long ago – but that’s another story for another day.
My Kid Say The Darndest Thing
Yes..! she does..! today .. we were home late .. because of the Halloween Parade.. so we came home.. i gave her some leftover oranges.. from her lunch even though she said she wanted grapes. So she finished her oranges.. and told me.. “I have been waiting for my grapes you know? ” In which i replied.. “do you still want grapes..?? since you already have some oranges?” In which she replied .. ” yes…! i’ve been waiting patiently you know..?? i’m practicing patience you know..?” muahahah! With a kid like that.. who needs any best wrinkle cream anymore right..?
The other day .. we went to her old school’s playground.. and she made me go from one playground to another. You see there are 3 playgrounds there… and having walked from the store.. and running up the hill with her – i was so outta shape. In which she said.. “there’s a bench there, mommy. .. i promised you can sit and rest there” .. muahhahaha!!
So she had been practicing chinese language.. and the other day.. her daddy was being bad.. according to her.. and she said to him.. ” Mo tak Kwai eh leh.. !!” muahahahah!!! She is too funny right..?
Swaroski For Kids
Our babysitter had been sick for a long time now and we haven’t heard back from her or her father since Monday. But we knew we wanted to get something nice for our friends for Thanksgiving .. so we headed to Swaroski as soon as we could. I don’t know about other parents.. but I love to get good stuff for my kid. Now don’t get me wrong, good stuff doesn’t mean.. 100s of dollars of stuff.. but things that are worth it.. and things that are everlasting.
Chloe loves her pink Swaroski Crystal.. and even though it was at a very good price.. we still only bought her one.. and a few for our other friends. Generous you think..?? nah.. those friends are priceless. Do you treasure your friends..like we do..?
Building Confidence
Building confidence in your child is very important and we never over indulge Chloe. She won’t eat the piece of chocolate if we said no.. but she would whine. And she wants to be Hannah Montana.. but we tell her .. she is just as good if not better than Hannah Montana. But we will still give her fake hair to put on .. to be Hannah Montana. We don’t believe in buying lots of materialistic stuff for her. .and then leave her to play on her own. That’s the reason why .. we hired Keegan to help with playing with Chloe. If i’m ever on the computer.. someone is there to play with her.. be it PB, Keegan, Gary or her Grammie. Chloe is never left on her own – being a mother is darn easy… but being a good mother.. now that’s the tough one. And my only wish is to be a good mother.. and that Chloe not only grow up healthy.. but confident.. and a good and useful person to the society. Isn’t that what all good mothers want..?
Jewelry & I
I’m sure you know by now that I’m a picky shopper when it comes to buying jewelry. For one, I have to like the design and secondly the price has to be right. Like any woman on earth, we pride ourselves in knowing where and what to get at the right time. For Designer Jewelry that we like, I need to make sure that i can justify spending the money since it is not a necessity but a luxury and I’m sure you know where I’m coming from.
I also like to pick unique pieces of jewelry and not those that are mass produced because it can be quite embarrassing to be seen with the same piece of jewelry as someone else in a cocktail. Holsted Jewelers have a wide range to suit anyone’s budget, plus they offer free shipping and guarantee each and everyone of their pieces of jewelry. You can’t go too wrong with a place that had been doing jewelries for more than 30 yrs eh.
UGG Boots won’t Make you go Ugh!
Coming to Canada and enduring such horrid winters can make one feel quite frumpy and dowdy, if you know what I mean. 6 months of winter here in Nova Scotia sure is hard for just about anyone, but for some in Nunavut like my dear friend Aida, I am sure she can appreciate why I only buy Ugg boots. These are boots that won’t make me or others looking at me go “Uggghhh..!!”. After all it was Jennifer Aniston who wore them first and I love how fashionable she is.
Well of course there is more to it than that, they are made of sheepskin and originated in Australia. Don’t be fooled though because there are lots of imitation Ugg boots out there and you really don’t want those because wearing boots made of synthetic leather is the worst. Your feet smell and it gets pretty sweaty and hot after awhile. One place to look for information about Ugg boots and how to avoid buying fake ones is at http://www.buyitrighthere.co.uk/, do check it out before buying them so you will know how to take care of your Ugg boots and also learn what you are paying for and why they cost more than other brands of boots. Plus, find out if your man would love a pair too.
A Woman’s Business
My mother used to say that the womens’ money is the easiest to make besides kid’s money. I know she is right because when do we ever get stingy on buying stuff for our kids right..?? likewise, women of all ages, would go to great extend to keep themselves looking vibrant and feeling awesome. You do too right..?? Well, I speak for myself and I’ve always wanted to learn the trade of becoming an esthetician.. had i not gone into the hotel industry.
Unfortunately, back home we don’t have many choices for beauty schools like in United States and if you are looking for beauty schools in kansas, I know a site that have all the information that you ever need and more to find one that is correct and meets your needs. Do all your comparison with the shortlisted schools without having to waste them on individual site because they do all the leg work for you. Pretty awesome..! so if you know of someone who is looking to join the beauty industry, you know where to redirect them – Findbeautyschool.com – good things must be shared eh.