I submitted 2 stories from my blog to the local newspaper "The Star". They have this section called StarMag which stands for Star Magazine. The public can send in either stories about children or some true stories about personal life etc. It is not a contest, it is an on going thing and I plan to submit more stories in the future. I just wanted to see how far my writing would take me. I send via e-mail right before Valentines Day. Last Thursday I received an e-mail from the editor stating that one the reader would like to send a comment, which was enclosed in the same e-mail.
After reading the mail, only got to know that my piece about "Drunk Dad Are Dangerous" was published on the 28th of February 2010. I was floating that day. Didn't expect them to published it so soon. So excited. The same feeling when I first found out I was pregnant. I got hold of that day's paper and keep staring at it in disbelieve. My 13 years old son ask if I am considered a columnist now. Wow! How I wish.
Well, news like this I could only share with people who love to read and write. Others who don't, think that this is no big deal. Well it certainly means a lot to me. Looks like my law of attraction (The Secret) is working.
They only edited a bit due to space constraint. At least now I know my English is not that bad and others could understand what I am trying to deliver. I am glad, too, that my followers (blog) are increasing by the week. Guess I am doing something very right.
I also participated in some "story writing for children" contest. I promise myself I will try and join all these writing contest from now on. Who knows, I could be the next Stephenie Meyer of Malaysia. Wish me luck and thanks for reading. I appreciate all my readers very much.
March 7, 2010
March 3, 2010
What flavour are yours
Nini was breastfed since birth. Now she is 3, still on mother's milk. She had started to drink from cups and packet drinks. One day, she was ask to choose between 2 packet drinks. Vanilla milk or strawberry milk. She said she wanted to try both, then she realize she gets milk from her mom too. She ran over to her mom and ask "Mommy, your milk is vanilla or strawberry flavoured?"
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Start A Diet
Mary announced that she was going to start a diet to lose some pounds she put on recently.
"Great!" Sally exclaimed. "I'm ready to start a diet too. We can be dieting partners and help each other out. When I feel the urge to drive out for some burgers and fries, I'll call you first."
"Wonderful," Mary replied. "I'll go with you!"
Just for laugh! Enjoy reading and thanks for reading.
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Start A Diet
Mary announced that she was going to start a diet to lose some pounds she put on recently.
"Great!" Sally exclaimed. "I'm ready to start a diet too. We can be dieting partners and help each other out. When I feel the urge to drive out for some burgers and fries, I'll call you first."
"Wonderful," Mary replied. "I'll go with you!"
Just for laugh! Enjoy reading and thanks for reading.
February 27, 2010
Taking Sides
I find most Chinese parents treat their children differently. When ever their children fight, the older children were asked to give in to their younger siblings. Wouldn't this indirectly turn the youngest into a spoil brat? Can you imagine how frustrated the the older children would be, always have to give in to their younger brothers and sisters. As a family don't you think we should teach all our children to respect each other as an individual.
No wonder I have so many Chinese friends who were not close to their brothers and sisters in their adult life. Guess the hatred grew with them. I don't think this is healthy. What is the point of parents having so many children and indirectly influence them to hate each other until the day they die. The Prime Minister is trying very hard to have all his citizens to live together in harmony and yet we could not even do that at home.
When I had my second son, I promised myself, I am not one of those parents. I make sure I am fare to both and always remind myself, never to take sides when they fight or argue. Since they were toddlers, I make known to them that when ever they fight, what ever they were fighting for, it will be confiscated and both will be grounded.
After a few times being punished this way, they got the message loud and clear. They will try to compromise before they start yelling at each other. As they grow, they learned to chat more with each other. They also learned that sharing means caring and it is always more fun to play with one another then to play alone. I always praise them whenever I see them playing together, laughing and having a good time.
Most parents could not foresee that their children behavior will carry on to their adult life. Think about how their children will behave in school, college his / her work life , their future. How their attitude will affect their lives in the future. When ever I come across a toddler yelling at the mall, or watch how a teenager rudely snap back at their grandparents etc I always look at their parents. I wonder what nonsense had they been feeding their children with.
Well parents out there, if you are still wondering why your children are so stubborn or rude or timid, partly it could be you. You might have indirectly contributed to his / her behavior. So it is time to go to the mirror and have a good look at yourself. Have you created a monster or a loving son or an adorable daughter. As for me, I know I have created a fun and loving family. Thanks for reading.
No wonder I have so many Chinese friends who were not close to their brothers and sisters in their adult life. Guess the hatred grew with them. I don't think this is healthy. What is the point of parents having so many children and indirectly influence them to hate each other until the day they die. The Prime Minister is trying very hard to have all his citizens to live together in harmony and yet we could not even do that at home.
When I had my second son, I promised myself, I am not one of those parents. I make sure I am fare to both and always remind myself, never to take sides when they fight or argue. Since they were toddlers, I make known to them that when ever they fight, what ever they were fighting for, it will be confiscated and both will be grounded.
After a few times being punished this way, they got the message loud and clear. They will try to compromise before they start yelling at each other. As they grow, they learned to chat more with each other. They also learned that sharing means caring and it is always more fun to play with one another then to play alone. I always praise them whenever I see them playing together, laughing and having a good time.
Most parents could not foresee that their children behavior will carry on to their adult life. Think about how their children will behave in school, college his / her work life , their future. How their attitude will affect their lives in the future. When ever I come across a toddler yelling at the mall, or watch how a teenager rudely snap back at their grandparents etc I always look at their parents. I wonder what nonsense had they been feeding their children with.
Well parents out there, if you are still wondering why your children are so stubborn or rude or timid, partly it could be you. You might have indirectly contributed to his / her behavior. So it is time to go to the mirror and have a good look at yourself. Have you created a monster or a loving son or an adorable daughter. As for me, I know I have created a fun and loving family. Thanks for reading.
February 23, 2010
Simple Salmon Fish Head
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This is a very simple to cook dish and is delicious too. I normally don't like the salmon's (too strong) fishy smell. However after cooking it this way, the fish doesn't have any fishy smell at all. Now I can enjoy salmon. Got this recipe from t.v.
Ingredients:
Salmon fish head (cut into 4 or 6)
some garlic (whole)
shallots (whole)
ginger (sliced)
chillies (dry or any type of chilli - optional)
coconut milk
Japanese vinegar
lemon juice
salt, pepper and sugar to taste
The number of shallots, garlic and ginger is up to you and also depends on how much fish head you are going to use. Put everything mentioned above in a pot. Add a few table spoon of vinegar. Squeeze some lemon juice (I used 1 whole lemon). Cover everything with coconut milk. Don't need too much coconut milk. Just enough to cover all the ingredients in the pot. Add salt, pepper and sugar. Bring it to a boil. Stir once in a while. Don't have to boil for too long. As long as the fish is cook, you can serve it.
It is nice to eat with rice or noodles or maybe pasta too. You can also just eat it like that. Once it is cook, you can see all the fish oil floating on the surface. We don't need to add oil when we cook. Salmons are pack with good oils. Despite the vinegar and lemon juice, this dish doesn't taste sour at all. Maybe next time I should try cooking it with milk instead of coconut milk. Wonder how it would taste, then.
Have fun cooking and thanks for reading.
February 19, 2010
Wedding Night
Once you have found your Mr or Miss Right, better tell him or her the whole truth about yourself. Don't lie. Actually, you should start telling the truth even on the very first date. Let the other person like you for who you are and not who you pretend to be.
This reminds me of a story I heard from my mom's friend many years ago. There was these couple who had been dating for years. At last they decided to get married. On the wedding night, the wife said she needs to take a bath, freshen up, before bed. After she was done, the husband said, he too, better freshen up first.
The minute he steps in the bathroom, he notice a glass by the sink. Later after his bath, he thought it would be better to brush his teeth too. Then he realized there was a set of denture in the glass. He freaks out and left the house.
The first time I heard it, it sounds hilarious. Maybe it was the way the lady told the story. She was laughing all the way till she had tears in her eyes. Come to think of it, pity the new bride. She shouldn't had lied in the first place, or at least hint to him while they were still dating.
Guess he finds it difficult to kiss a lady with no teeth or maybe the sight of false teeth soaking in a glass of water disgust him. Personally, I find the sight of denture in water disgusting too. I don't think I could kiss anyone with no teeth either, other than babies.
Both my husband and I had some bad teeth too but instead of false teeth, we choose crowning. At least, our so called false teeth, stays in our mouth at all time. Now only I understand why my parents keep emphasizing on taking care of our teeth when we where young.
Well, now we know that teeth could cause so much trouble to a person. Thanks for reading and take good care of your teeth.
This reminds me of a story I heard from my mom's friend many years ago. There was these couple who had been dating for years. At last they decided to get married. On the wedding night, the wife said she needs to take a bath, freshen up, before bed. After she was done, the husband said, he too, better freshen up first.
The minute he steps in the bathroom, he notice a glass by the sink. Later after his bath, he thought it would be better to brush his teeth too. Then he realized there was a set of denture in the glass. He freaks out and left the house.
The first time I heard it, it sounds hilarious. Maybe it was the way the lady told the story. She was laughing all the way till she had tears in her eyes. Come to think of it, pity the new bride. She shouldn't had lied in the first place, or at least hint to him while they were still dating.
Guess he finds it difficult to kiss a lady with no teeth or maybe the sight of false teeth soaking in a glass of water disgust him. Personally, I find the sight of denture in water disgusting too. I don't think I could kiss anyone with no teeth either, other than babies.
Both my husband and I had some bad teeth too but instead of false teeth, we choose crowning. At least, our so called false teeth, stays in our mouth at all time. Now only I understand why my parents keep emphasizing on taking care of our teeth when we where young.
Well, now we know that teeth could cause so much trouble to a person. Thanks for reading and take good care of your teeth.
