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“Thanks” to today’s gadgets, more and more kids tend to say, “I don’t know what I’m good at. I don’t know what I like. I’m not interested in anything actually.” (But somehow they are interested …

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Thoughts: Parents and Authority

28 October 2017 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | One Comment
Thoughts: Parents and Authority

‘Gee, I can’t talk to my kids! They simply don’t listen to me!’
‘They just don’t obey me!’
‘I can’t get through to my kids.’

Here’s one common issue parents face today , that is: the LACK of …

Disagree with Anies’ Speech? Still, No Hate Speech, Please

17 October 2017 | Posted in: Daily | No Comment
Disagree with Anies’ Speech? Still, No Hate Speech, Please

Jakarta’s new governor is US-educated, former Minister of Education, admired by many for his eloquent speech.
He promoted unity for ALL citizens during his campaigns and debates.
I truly wanted to stay positive about this new administration.
BUT, …

What’s with Jakarta’s New Governor’s Speech

16 October 2017 | Posted in: Daily | No Comment
What’s with Jakarta’s New Governor’s Speech

I try to not be negative about the newly sworn governor and vice governor of Jakarta.
We need to see their work and grow our trust.
Having said that.
One of the reasons Anies-Sandi won 58% of the …

We Should NOT Send our Children to Primary One Because of These Reasons

15 October 2017 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | No Comment

Here is one sad reality:
Our society generally sees childhood as a RACE against time.
‘What do you mean?’, some asked.
Well, let’s see.
Have you ever heard of someone saying, ‘The sooner your child enters school the better!’
And, …

Keepsakes: Anya’s Artwork

14 October 2017 | Posted in: Daily | No Comment

Love its colour and texture.

Created in sixth grade

Parenting: Change Takes Time

12 October 2017 | Posted in: Parenting | 2 Comments

 
What stage of parenthood are you facing right now?
Do you have a child who cares more about what he likes?
Or perhaps, a teenager who finds it hard to get along with her siblings?

Ever felt you …

Lessons from Johann Sebastian Bach’s Determination

10 October 2017 | Posted in: Daily, Inspirational | No Comment

 
Young Johann Sebastian Bach was only 20 years old when he decided he must hear Buxtehude play music LIVE!
So who was Dietrich Buxtehude?
I did a little research and here’s a bit about Buxtehude:
– a Danish-German organist …

Brie: Growing Up, Staying Active, and Drinking her Milk

5 October 2017 | Posted in: Advertorial | No Comment

I can’t believe the littlest in the family is now in Primary School!
I mean, Brie now spends an average of 5 hours at school, packs her own school bag, does her own homework, AND … wait for …

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