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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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Learning the Piano : Learning to Wait, Learning to be Responsible (Photos of Anya’s 2nd Piano Concert)

30 September 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | 3 Comments

 
Many children I know started to learn how to play the piano since young.
Like, before they’re 6yo?
It’s a little different for our case though, because Anya, our firstborn, had her first ever piano lesson only …

Things Helpers and Nannies say to Children (So They’ll Obey)

22 September 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | 6 Comments

 
I was sitting all alone when I noticed a 3-year-old boy walking out of a hall, with his nanny (in uniforms) a few steps behind him.
The boy then made a turn and slowly walked further …

Car Rides : Our Opportunity to Build that Communication Habit with the Kids

16 September 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | No Comment

 
Here in Jakarta, I find myself ‘stuck’ in car rides (and traffic) with the kids a LOT. Everyday.
And this, naturally, can be draining. For the mom. Who is also the driver.
Like when the older ones …

Parenting : Encouraging Helpfulness, Instilling Independence, Building Self-Esteem

11 September 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | 2 Comments

 
Brie is now 3 years and 3 months old.
And for the past few months, she’s been an active helper whenever we are at a restaurant or a supermarket =)
“She’s still so small, what does she …

Parenting : 3 Basic Principles of Mannerism We Instill in Children

1 September 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | 4 Comments
Parenting : 3 Basic Principles of Mannerism We Instill in Children

The other day, I was listening to an audio sermon on Chinese Philosophy (by Rev. DR. Stephen Tong), and this statement caught my attention:
The younger generation today tend to IGNORE basic mannerism.
Well, I have to …

Parenting : Young Children Absorb Everything They See and Hear

19 August 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational, Parenting | No Comment

 
Who do our young children spend their most time with everyday?
Mommy? Grandparents? Nanny?
(Or, TV? Electronic Media, like iPads?)

Ever realise that children, especially young children, love to imitate the behaviours of people around them?
Especially those whom …

Making : Sheep and Lamb Painting on Canvas

18 August 2014 | Posted in: Daily, Inspirational | No Comment

 
Here’s one of Anya’s drawings, before she went and painted it on canvas.
And you know what?
For some weird reason, after seeing this drawing, I had the urge to paint on canvas – just something. Anything!
It’s …

Cling On, and Believe!

14 August 2014 | Posted in: Inspirational | No Comment
Cling On, and Believe!

Two days ago, I read a text message from a friend.
And I felt a surge of sadness.
I joined hundreds and thousands, perhaps millions others, who are saddened by the news of Robin Williams’ death.
While he …

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