Day: October 13, 2017

Friday, 13 October 2017

So finally today is the last day of final exams for Alycia and Cass.

For Cass, it’s not all over yet. After the 1-week Deepavali holiday, exam continues with Moral and Physical Education on 23 Oct 2017.  But at least the core subjects are all over and done with for this year.  Moral and PE marks are not included in the calculation of class and standard positioning.

But this is enough for a celebration!

Best yet, I can finally sleep in for the next 9 days and chuck the alarm clock inside my wardrobe. So happy!!

Today has been a super wet, wet, wet day from morning through evening.

Though we had 2 huge brollies, we were still wet when we got down the car to get to the supermarket. It was raining cat and dog shit. The mil and I had brunch together at at cafe inside the supermarket:

Dry curry noodles and black glutinous rice dessert

Today our house is turned into a makeshift laundry shop with 5 fans (3 ceiling fans and 2 stand fans) spinning at full blast to blow dry our wet laundry and dishes.

The best news that I received today is from Cass. The moment she alighted from the school van, she excitedly announced to me that she scored a 100% in her Science test paper!  Three other boys in her class scored full marks. The news was totally mellifluous to my ears.  The other papers will be given back after the week long Deepavali holidays. I know Cass didn’t fare too well in her Chinese language. With a B (perhaps even a C) in Chinese, she may not make it to remain in this class next year.  She also did not fare well in the second term exam. And to be able to be the top 36 students in the elite class of a Chinese high prestige school (SBT), her Chinese language must be very strong. Sadly, Chinese is her weakest subject. The hubs and I are total yellow bananas and we are unable to help her with her Chinese.

I am having a medley of emotions now. A part of me wishes for Cass to remain in the elite class and yet, a big part of me secretly longs for her to be out of this ‘torture chamber’. The pressure is too much for me to bear.  However, exams and competition mean nothing to Cass.  She still loves going to school to see her friends and teachers. Exam days do not mean much to Cass, except that at times, she feels extra grouchy and stroppy from revising. Cass loves her novels and exchanging novels with her besties in school.  She loves school, her friends and teachers. And I think that’s more important that achieving a string of As but feeling exahusted with competition.

To the tune of “Reunited and It Feels So Good” by Peaches & Herb (my all-time favorite R&B) ~~ today Cass finally ‘redeemed’ her favorite ‘The Land of Stories’ that was confiscated by the growling Tiger Mom last week >.<

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A Better Florist – Singapore’s Best Flowers

I’m rarely obsessed with a florist, as much as I am right now with A Better Florist. This unique, modern flower shop is the best destination for luxurious, beautiful flowers that are just right for your budget. It’s the luxury you need in your life, without having to break your bank.

First of all, they aren’t called the best florist in Singapore for nothing. Their beautiful arrangements are peculiar and different, and really grab your attention. They’re put-together with greatest attention to all the details. They come wrapped in burlap wrapping or a mason jar, and with a thoughtful card, you can personalize for your friends and family.

A Better Florist’s The Madelene

Among the gorgeous flower stands and arrangements, you can find a ton of gift options as well. They offer fruit baskets, which I never even knew could be this grand and beautiful, hampers, which is the most common gift for Chinese New Year, bundles of flowers and funeral flowers. They seem to have a flower or a gift for any event, whether it’s a fruit basket for Mother’s Day or a baby shower gift, but they really go out of their way to have it all.

My friend recently purchased a get well soon hamper, that he customized for his friend, and I can say that it was even more beautiful than what they have on their website right now. If you’re looking for a flower delivery Singapore has, that can cater to you every day all day, then A Better Florist is the best choice.

 

Sample products from A Better Florist

Along with these magical designs they put out, they really do have the best flower delivery in Singapore. Not only are they available 24/7, but they also deliver on the same day you place you order, within just 90 minutes. I tested their delivery several times, and they always deliver on time, and it’s because they have several locations around Singapore, and can easily distribute each order to the right one, or better yet, the closest one to the destination of delivery. I haven’t yet heard of a flower delivery Singapore has that can do that.

I rely on their delivery during the holidays, especially on Christmas and Mother’s Day. They really are the  best florist in Singapore for that, because you can trust that they will do the job, with no excuses. Since I’m a frequent A Better Florist shopper, I’ve found out that they have recently expanded, and now have several shops in Hong Kong and Dubai. I am sure that they will offer the best Dubai flower delivery and the best Hong Kong flower delivery, so to everyone who is reading this and isn’t in Singapore, you just might be in luck.

Here’s an idea. Order from their website in Hong Kong and rely on the best flower delivery in Hong Kong to deliver flowers or gifts to your cousins and family out there. You don’t really have to leave Singapore, and yet you know that the best Florist in Hong Kong will take care of it for you.

I’m sticking to their flower shops in Singapore, but I have no doubt that whether you’re looking for the best Florist in Dubai and Abu Dhabi or right here, that they are the perfect choice for all things flowers related. Visit their website right now and see for yourself what I am talking about.

 

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Scott’s Champions Children’s Curiosity Through Learning Experience at KidZania Kuala Lumpur

Hey parents, sharing is caring. Today I am going to share with you how you can redeem a pair of tickets to KidZania, for 1 adult and 1 child. Read on…

As part of their ongoing ‘Bright Little Explorers’ programme, Scott’s is championing curiosity by giving kids a chance to experience grown-up jobs for a day at KidZania Kuala Lumpur.

Every parent knows that as their child grows, they become more and more curious about the world around them. Scott’s Malaysia (Scott’s), part of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Consumer Healthcare Sdn Bhd, wants to champion children’s curiosity and help support their development by giving them a chance to have a fun, learning experience at KidZania Kuala Lumpur.

A household name amongst parents across Malaysia, Scott’s is well known for its range of DHA (DocosaHexaenoic Acid) products such as the Scott’s DHA Gummies. DHA is an Omega-3 fatty acid which plays an important role in brain development, function and healthy vision (*1,2). This is particularly crucial as research shows that 90% of a child’s brain development takes place before they are six years old (*3).

“As children grow older, they are continually asking questions as a way to fullfil their never-ending curiosity. It is this curiosity that helps them learn new information and spurs their imagination. At Scott’s, we understand the importance of providing children with new fun and educational experiences as a platform for learning to enhance their development,” said Venaig Jegou, Area Marketing Director, Oral Healthcare and Nutrition, South East Asia.

“Scott’s ‘Bright Little Explorers’ programme aims to trigger children’s inquisitive nature through on-ground activities that not only encourage them to be curious, but stimulate their development as well,” she said.

“We are delighted to collaborate with KidZania Kuala Lumpur as part of this programme, and hope to give kids an opportunity experience being a ‘grown-up’ for a day. We are confident that through this experience, kids would be able to experience real-life occupations and learn to be independent, work in teams, as well as develop life skills,” she added.

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“We often find kids being curious about the adult world and what they do. At KidZania Kuala Lumpur, kids will immerse themselves in a complete adult-like experience. They can take on any role they want and experiment first-hand what it’s like to role-play different professions including firefighter, chef, doctor, TV and radio host, to name a few.” said Shahrul Nizar Ahmad, Mayor of KidZania Kuala Lumpur. “KidZania Kuala Lumpur is proud to participate in the Scott’s ‘Bright Little Explorers’ programme. We believe the purpose of the programme shares the same belief as KidZaniain which is to provide kids with opportunity to be inspired and the platform to fuel their curiosity and be empowered to learn and grow,” he said.

From November 2017 until February 2018, Scott’s is giving parents an opportunity to redeem One Adult ticket and One Child ticket to visit KidZania Kuala Lumpur. Parents will have to collect six stamps in total (RM35.00 = 1 stamp) to redeem the tickets.

For more information, kindly visit Scott’s Malaysia’s Facebook Page.

*Reference:
1. EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies. EFSA Journal 2014;12(10):3840.
2. EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies. EFSA Journal 2010;8(10):1734.
3. Berk LE.Child development. Boston: Pearson Education. 2013. p186.

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