We’ve been taking something along with us for a while now, every time we head outdoors. It’s easy to use (just spray!), comes completely DEET-free, and protects our skin from the sun (at SPF 15). It repels insects, is made from natural ingredients and…
Making it personal this Teacher’s Day with Bright Star Kids
As a teacher, on that one very special day I am celebrated, thanked and honoured, I always loved the gifts that had a personal touch. Red pens are nice, chocolates are nice and flowers are definitely welcome but the students that prepared gifts with…
The sadness when you are done having babies
This always hits me around the months of August and September. This time round it hit much earlier, and I have begun to feel this way by the end of July. An overwhelming sense of sadness. Recently I read this article and it described…
The earth laughs in flowers, so did my team that day – ft. A Better Florist
Who wouldn’t like flowers when they come wrapped up nicely in a bunch and delivered to your doorstep? I don’t think there would be anyone who would protest. Just look at these faces. Meet my lovely team (one missing from the picture though) –…
Spying with my ‘little’ eye – Fatherkao’s review of the D-Link DCS-936L HD wi-fi camera + a completely easy to set up guide
[Guest post – review by Fatherkao] I’ve never thought of installing cameras at home. Until I got kids. Suddenly, I was scrambling around looking for options, exploring the different types of CCTVs, Internet Protocol (IP) cameras and similar options at baby shows and IT shows and trying to memorize all…
Dunfermline, Scotland – and 5 things to savour with kids when you’re there
One huge reason why we decided to head to the UK with the entire family in tow this summer was because we had family in Scotland, and we wanted the kids to reunite with their granduncle and grandaunt again. They come to visit often,…
Worry-free luxury for a holiday – Review of Original Sprout (again)
When you tell me that a brand believes in an ethical philosophy of promoting an environmentally-friendly lifestyle, I am definitely one happy user. I love sustainable brands and products. And I want my children to love them and make supporting them part of their lifestyle…
Just like you never say no to one more bag or a pair of shoes, you never say no to one more pair of sunglasses. Because? Because vain. I recently had the opportunity to find my perfect pair on Ottica.com, and by golly, the…
Add surprise to your shopping – Lazada GSS Sale: 3 more days to go!
I’ve been a mother for the last 8 years which also means one thing: I’ve been shopping online mostly for the past 8 years too. It’s amazing, the amount of browsing and “screen” shopping I do while tucking the kids in bed. I’m super…
1 hour delay due to inclement weather. 13.5 hours on a full flight. 1 hour to clear customs. 15 minutes from the airport to Paddington Station. 6 hours hanging out with 2 grumpy, tired kids, 1 especially prone to hissy fits. 7 hours…