Rumblings of the Day

Pressies for the New Year

2012-01-01T23:52:00.001+08:00

Neng Ying got a toy for all the children at home as a New Year's gift. See pix.

The toys were arranged in hierarchy of seniority of the children, so mine was the last one - the 1-eye patched kitty. There was scramble for the pink piggy between Cheh2 Princess and Ling-girl but Princess relented and gave her younger sister the pink piggy.

Khor2 Ethan had no qualms that the Green Froggy was his (no arguments !).

I like my kitty and it became my night pet :D

Happy new year, people.

Christmas at the Curve 2011

2011-12-06T14:38:00.002+08:00

This year's theme is An Enchanting Christmas Kingdom ! See Mummy took me there ... Centre Court, The Curve.

Enjoy yourselves, folks ... Christmas comes once a year.

Change is Inevitable

2011-08-24T16:03:00.007+08:00

Did anyone spot out what what written on the leaves ? Change ....

Change is inevitable, Change is constant - Benjamin Isreali.

It was 1.5 months ago that I had been attending daycare. Aunty Angeline can't take care of me anymore as Yeh2 is very sickly. Today seemed confirmed that time for change is here again when I went to collect my belongings from Auntie Angeline yesterday.

Mummy said to thank Auntie Angeline for all her love and help.

Thank you Auntie Angeline. We keep in touch, ok ...

Bird Porridge Anyone ?

2011-08-18T15:09:00.007+08:00

Mah-mah has been cooking a mixture of grains (buckwheat, millet and brown rice) as porridge for Khoong-khoong as they are getting old and cutting down purely on rice. I had the opportunity to enjoy the said porridge (which Mah-mah and Khoong-khoong called it "Bird Porridge") on certain days when I with Mah-mah and Khoong-khoong

Reason being is I love rice - a staple food among Asians. Princess Cheh-cheh on the other hand loves bread and I shared my sausage cheese bread with her yesterday when we were on holiday for Nuzul Quran. Thereafter, she became very nice to me :D

Today I found a very interesting website on Grain Glossary: http://www.culinate.com/articles/features/grain_glossary

It is really educational and helps increase knowlege on grains as Asian just know only about rice, rice, rice.

Hopefully Mummy reads up and feed me well :P cos she only knows to dump everything into the slowcooker and whalla ! feeds me with what popped up in 8-10 hours later on.

Cut-up Pink Piggy

2011-08-09T15:53:00.001+08:00

Mummy did a horrible thing last night - she cut open up my Pink Piggy and took out all my 50sen coins which we both have been saving. I was horrified when she showed me a cut-up piggy with an open belly.

To comfort me ... she says that the coins are going to the bank and showed me my new savings account book. Mummy says, "No more 50sen coins after this, save RM1 notes ok ?"

I told Mummy, "Well, as long as all the money is mine ... it is fine by me :P" ...

Now Mummy has to look for a more "friendly" piggy bank for me.

No more cutting piggies up !

Outing to Port Dickson

2011-05-03T21:09:00.000+08:00

Mummy took me for a church outing to Port Dickson as she partipated in Alpha. This was suppose to be their Weekend Away.

As for me, I get to go and enjoy the Children's sessions with Aunty FL and Cheh2 Grace and Cheh2 Debbie. We have lots of activities and goodies and pressies laid out. It was a tremendouly enjoyable session.

My room-mate was Cheh2 Jennifer and she told me such interesting bedtime stories and I made Cheh2 Jennifer my best friend.

Mummy, when are we going for another outing ?

April's Fools Day, anyone ?

2011-04-01T08:17:00.000+08:00

My Mummy's been slack ... she has not been updating my blog at all. Reason she has given me is that she is busy at work ! Apprently, she was asked to help out in the Service Support side of things ... humph, what's a front-end person like her doing with back-end stuff ! She better make sure there is some kind of compensation to me.

Niways, she better buck up in helping me else my blog will be super duper outdated.

Coming back to the date today :) ... is it an in-thing anymore to make a fool of someone on April Fool's Day ? You tell me.

Apple's iPad 2 Revealed

2011-03-03T14:08:00.003+08:00

Mar 3, 2011 - Wow ! Apple launched their iPad 2 Lookie here: http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2011/03/02/apple-ipad2-launch-event/

The new iPad model comes with several improvements (over the original version):
- storage space
- internet connectivity
- sleeker and lighter body (with a curved back)
- inclusion of cameras (1 in front and 1 at the back)

So, anyone kiasu quick go grab 1.

Boo-hoo-hoo and the best (or bad) news is the iPad2 comes as the same price tag as iPad 1, which I have.

There, you can read more about it here: http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2011/3/3/apworld/20110303085449&sec=apworld

Chinese New Year - 2011

2011-02-05T15:47:00.000+08:00

2011 is the year of the Rabbit. This year's Rabbit is from the element of Metal, hence Golden Rabbit.

The year of the Golden Rabbit starts 3 Feb 2011. Khor-Khor and Cheh-Chehs are all off from school on 31 Jan 2011 for the week. So I too get to bunk in with them to enjoy the holidays as I am off on the 1 Feb 2011.

Neng-nging bought lots of nice cookies and I was busy chomping them down and lost my voice and have sore throat :( ... this will indeed be a learning lesson to drink lots of fluids if you take lots of chocolate chip cookies !

Here is a helpful websits on what to do when you have a sore throat: http://www.medicinenet.com/sore_throat/article.htm

Mummy Went on Holiday

2010-11-15T14:19:00.005+08:00

Mummy went off for holiday and left me with Mah-Mah. Mummy was gone for the weekend, away for her 1st company trip (though she has been with the present company coming to 5 years).

I managed quite well without Mummy and missed her terribly in the evenings, however Cheh-Cheh Princess and Ling-Girl Cheh-Cheh were very, very nice to me. And Neng-nging also helped pacify me during the nights.

Of course I was not afraid of Khong-Khong and Mah-Mah at all. But I am scared of Neng-ngu. Albeit, Neng-ngu brought me along for nice Pizza and I enjoyed myself very much.

Mummy returned on Sunday and she kept her promise of getting me my Pink Pokka Chocolate sticks, t-shirt and cholcolates :) Thank you, Mummy.

Where did Mummy go ? Here is the clue: http://www.phuket.com/island/10mustsee.htm

Happy Deepavali

2010-11-05T14:39:00.000+08:00

School was closed for 2 days to celebrate the Deepavali holidays. I gave Teacher Kasturi and Teacher Indra Deepavali cards :) which I personally penned my name.

Happy Deepavali - 5 November, 2010

Happy Birthday, I am Four !

2010-11-04T21:51:00.002+08:00

I asked Mummy for a Tweety Bird Birthday Cake this time round as I celebrated my fourth birthday. Mummy and I brought the Cake to school for the cake cutting thingy ... And I also found out that 3 Nov was also another girl's birthday at school. That means there were 2 cakes to share with everyone ...

Auntie Angeline brought me birthday shopping today (cos yesterday she had no car) ... even after she has given me a birthday angpow together with BJ Por-Por next door yesterday. I had a jolly fun time choosing all my birthday presents with Auntie Angeline:

1) Barbie beading set - sponsored by Auntie Angeline

2) Sponge Bob Square Pants drawing board - sponsored by Khor-Khor Frankie

3) Barbie tiara set - sponsored by BJ Por-Por

Yipee ! ... my best birthday ever :) :) :D

Khor-Khor Mark's Wedding

2010-10-17T20:53:00.004+08:00

October 16, 2010 was suppose to be School Concert Day for me, but I had to give it a miss cos I attended Khor-Khor Mark's Wedding instead.

Mummy brought me to the Church Wedding and I was so well behaved this time round as compared to last year when I attended Khor-Khor Calvin's wedding. I also managed to meet up with Khor-Khor Mark's Mummy who has been longing to meet up with me since Mummy mentioned to her about my existence :P

The buffet food was excellent and I even got a piece of the Wedding Cake.

Here is Khor-Khor Mark's blog: http://www.markleo.net/ Didn't know that he turned professional photographer. Niways, his contact details are in there and should anyone need a Wedding Photographer, do call him.

It was such a lovely wedding reception in church and here's to wishing Khor-Khor Mark and Cheh-Cheh Munz all the best to their life together !

Selamat Hari Raya

2010-09-10T14:39:00.000+08:00

Selamat Hari Raya - 10 and 11 September, 2010

Visiting Por-Por Alice

2010-09-08T11:19:00.004+08:00

With the school hols here, Mummy is quite liberal with me keeping late nights. Last night, Mummy took me to visit Por-Por Alice. I have not seen her since May, 2010 and I have missed her.

Por-Por Alice was very happy to have me over and allowed me to play with all of Belle-Belle Mei-Mei's toys :) ... and I even got a gift from Belle-Belle's Mummy :D :D ... Belle-Belle however was not around and I was a little disappointed to have missed her.

I had dinner again at Por-Por Alice's and she is great at cooking up flavoured soups for me and Mummy.

Mummy gave her a mooncake voucher and Por-Por Alice gave me a very delicious pack of yellow-gold kiwifruits. Yummy !

I told Mummy we should visit Por-Por Alice more frequently and she say ok ... now I am waiting for the long school holidays to come in November-December 2010.

Happy 53rd Birthday, Malaysia

2010-08-31T06:39:00.000+08:00

Fish Feeding

2010-07-19T20:03:00.003+08:00

I went fish feeding last weekend. It was quite fun to see the fishes fighting for food and opening their big mouths when you throw the food in. Majority of the fishes were catfish. They were huge and kinda ugly looking.

Neng-ngu and Neng-nging bought us, kiddies each a loaf of bread and a packet of fish food for the fish feeding session. That means we get to feed the fishes by managing the all the food we have. I finished 1st though, with all the food diminished the fastest. And I had to borrow from Khor2 ... he was generous enough to share with me :)

Thereafter, we proceeded to MacDonald's for lunch. Yummy chicken nuggets and fries with Ribena :) for everyone !

Thank you Neng-Ngu and Neng-nging :)

Do you want to set up a catfish pond ? http://www.ehow.com/how_2085237_catfish-pond.html

My First Hair Cut at Salon

2010-07-10T19:45:00.004+08:00

Mummy took me to Aunty's Andrea's today for a professional hair cut today ... my first official visit to the salon :)

Aunty Andrea was very nice to me, after having cut and shaped my hair, she did a really nice thing - she had my hair all tied up very professionally and I really looked great :)

Cheers !

Crazy about Barbie DVDs

2010-07-03T14:57:00.004+08:00

I have been introduced to Barbie DVDs by Cheh2 Princess. She has the whole collection of them Barbie 3D movies. I have been loaning them from Khor2 as he decides which I can borrow.

And every time I watch them, I make a big fuss over them ... so Mummy decided to get me my own DVDs (9 Barbie DVDs !!) ... in case I break Cheh2 Princess' collection, that would not be nice at all :O

Hey, here's Barbie's personal website: http://www.barbie.com/activities/btv/

Oh ya, by the way, Papa got me my 1st genuine Barbie doll too :D with all the hype over Barbie ... heh ! heh ! heh !

Redemption Points

2010-06-27T20:23:00.001+08:00

Attending Sunday School is fun :D ... And finally, my "faithful" attendance paid off last Sunday when Aunty Foong Ling allowed me to redeem my gifts. I chose all the pink ones:

1) Pink Nemo Watch

2) Pink Ladybird Eraser

3) Pink Key Chain

4) alas, something blue - a Blue Stationery Kit

Thank you for all the gifts, Jesus !

Broken Promise

2010-06-21T17:27:00.004+08:00

Papa was suppose to take me to the zoo last weekend as a Fathers' Day celebration but Papa didn't :(

Niways, Mummy told me about The Elephant Song - by Kamahl. Here is how it goes ...

The Elephant Song

Tell me said the elephant

Tell me brothers if you can

Why all the world is full of creatures

Yet we grow in fear of man

Tell me said the elephant

Tell me why this has to be

We have to run from man and hunter

Never safe and never free

People kill without regret

Although they fly by jumbo-jet

Let the word all may remember

Let the children not forget

Gentle is the elephant

Pulling loads and everything

We love to hear the children laughing

When we're in the circus-ring

Happy was the elephant

Happy was his jungle life

And then they came, the cruel hunters

With their rifle and their knives

Listen, please listen, said the elephant

If we want the world we know, to stay alive

Then man and beast, we must work together

And together we will survive

Listen said the elephant

It is conservation time

So take the warning when we trumpet

For the future of mankind

Have you been to the zoo ?

Dumpling Festival - 16 June 2010

2010-06-15T17:38:00.007+08:00

Tomorrow the 16 June, 2010 is the Dumpling Festival (which also represents the 5th day of the 5th month of the Chinese calendar).

The Chinese community will celebrate it with rice dumplings (also known as bak-chang) which is glutinous rice wrapped in bamboo leaves, or other large leaves like lotus leaves. One can find different fillings in the dumpling like pork, roast pork, chestnut, egg, salted egg, mushroom, red or white beans, or just simply plain without any filling. The rice could be just white or brown which is pre-fried with soya sauce.

I spent today with Khong-khong and Mah-mah and they took me to the wet market. They took me round to look for my attraction - Pigeons !

To my delight, Neng-ngu and Neng-nging were on leave and later in the afternoon, they took me "walk-walk" together with Khor-khor, Cheh-chehs, Kakak and Mah-mah. I was allowed to run free and wild at the indoor play park ... of which Neng-ngu said had Mummy been with me, she would forbid me from doing that. Heh! Heh! ... the benefits of "temporary freedom"

Happy Bak-Chang Festival everyone !

You can read more about the dumpling festival here:
http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2010/6/15/central/6463899&sec=central
http://foodismylife.wordpress.com/2008/06/08/the-dumpling-festival/

Shopping with Khor-Khor and Cheh-chehs

2010-05-31T12:44:00.003+08:00

Last weekend I went shopping with Neng-ngu and his family and I joined in the fun to buy presents for myself as well. Actually it was suppose to be only Cheh-Cheh Lene girl shopping for her birthday present ... but I got blessed too. Yay, Neng-ngu bought me 2 pressies - 1 Princess color chops and a little Barbie Doll handbag to keep them :) :) :D ...

The next day, we all celebrated Cheh-cheh Lene girl's 4th birthday ! We all had jelly Hello Kitty Cake ... hmm, yummy :)

Thank you Neng-ngu and Neng-nging for blessing me.

Happy Wesak Day

2010-05-28T14:53:00.000+08:00

Happy Wesak Day !

High 5 Bread Town

2010-04-30T22:17:00.003+08:00

Mummy was very impressed when told that there will be a school excursion to the High 5 Bread Town http://www.high5breadtown.com/ She quickly signed me up and after the trip, we get to go to McDonald's for lunch.

However, I didn't quite enjoy the day as it was kinda overwhelming with all the travelling and walking and lunching. And I missed not having Mummy with me :(

I got a goody bag from High 5 Bread Town and gave the goodies all away ... blagh ! not my kind of yummies :P

The Sound of Music

2010-04-09T16:53:00.006+08:00

My Mummy has introduced me to an old favorite movie - The Sound of Music ! Starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer.

And my Mummy can observe such monotony that she and me could watch the movie continuously for days. Hee ! Hee !

Some related websites to read up more about the movie:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sound_of_Music_(film)
http://www.julieandrewsonline.com/

http://www.christopher-plummer.com/
http://www.filmsite.org/soun.html

Blessed Good Friday

2010-04-02T16:32:00.001+08:00

Thank you Jesus for dying on the cross 2,000 years ago for me.

On the 3rd day, you rose again and conquered death and sin for mankind.

Hot Cross Buns

2010-04-01T20:37:00.003+08:00

Hot Cross Buns, Hot Cross Buns
1 a penny, 2 a penny
Hot Cross Buns
If your daughters don't like them
Give them to your sons
1 a penny, 2 a penny
Hot Cross Buns

Well I was introduced to hot cross buns by Mummy today when she went to Cheh-cheh Baker's bakery. A hot cross bun is a sweet spiced bun made with raisins and also some candied citrus fruits and is marked with a cross on the top. See the pic.

This Friday being Good Friday, it is said that hot cross buns are eaten on Good Fridays, with the cross symbolizing the crucifixion. Nevertheless, Pastor would always remind us never to forget that Jesus rose on the 3rd day after the crucifixion.

Here's a link to read more about hot cross buns: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_cross_bun

Prayer of Blessing

2010-03-17T10:31:00.004+08:00

Here is a powerful prayer which all parents can pray for their kids. Pr. Chris McMillan helped prayed this prayer to his congregation.

My child, I love you! You are special.

You are a gift of from God.

I thank God for allowing me to be a ___ to you.

I bless you with the healing of all wounds of rejection, neglect and abuse that you have suffered.

I bless you with overflowing peace, the peace that only the Prince of Peace can give, a peace beyond comprehension. I bless your life with fruitfulness – good fruit, much fruit and fruit that remains.

I bless you with success. You are the head and not the tail; above and not beneath.

I bless you with health and strength of body, soul and spirit.

I bless you with overflowing prosperity, enabling you to be a blessing to others.

I bless you with spiritual influence, for you are the light of the world and salt of the earth. You are like a tree planted by rivers of water. You will prosper in all your ways.

I bless you with a depth of spiritual understanding and a close walk with the Lord. You will not stumble or falter, for the Word of God will be a lamp unto your feet and light unto your path.

I bless you with pure and edifying relationships in life. You have favor with God and men.

I bless you with abounding love. You will minister God’s comforting grace to others.

You are blessed, my child!

You are blessed with all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus.

Amen, I receive all the blessings of this prayer.

Have a good day, folks !

Wow ! 2010 World's Billionaires

2010-03-12T09:39:00.003+08:00

My Mummy got this article from her ex-colleague from the banking sector on the world's billionaires for year 2010 http://finance.yahoo.com/career-work/article/109029/worlds-billionaires-2010

The top 5 ranking goes to:

1) Mexican tycoon Carlos Slim

2) Microsoft's Bill Gates

3) Investor Warren Buffet

4) India's petrochemical, oil and gas Mukesh Ambani

5) India's steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal

6) Oracle Corp Chief Executive Larry Ellison

7) Europe's LVMH luxury goods CEO Bernard Arnault

8) Brazlian mining magnate Eike Batista

9) Spanish clothing retailer Inditex founder Amancio Ortega

10) German supermarket king Karl Albrecht

There you go, the world's riches men - Cheers !

:) ...

International Women's Day

2010-03-08T20:20:00.000+08:00

8 March which is International Women's Day is also my Neng-ngu's birthday. Happy Birthday Neng-ngu.

Apparently, it was recorded that the 1st International Women's Day was observed on 28 February 1909 in the US. The idea of having an international day for women was put forth amid rapid world industrialization and economic expansion (at the turn of the 20th century) which led to protests over working conditions for women.

Here is a link regaring this year's Women's Day celebrations: http://www.internationalwomensday.com/theme/

Ash Wednesday 2010

2010-02-17T08:29:00.003+08:00

Ash Wednesday marks the 1st day of the Lent season. Lent is a time which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are not included in the count). It is at Lent that Christians (Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Methodists, Presbyterians and Anglicans) observe fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline.

This year Ash Wednesday is on 17 Feb, 2010. Ash Wednesday is supposedly a wake-up call - forcing us to face mortality and sinfulness. A day of repentance.

*Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of repentance.

Other significant days during the season of Lent will be:

- Palm Sunday (the Sunday before Easter, the last Sunday of Lent) which marks Jesus triumphal entry to Jerusalem with a blessing of palms and procession.

- Maudy Thursday (the Thursday of the holy week which leads to Easter). A time of remembering the Last Supper

- Good Friday (a day of remembering Christ's death)

- Easter Sunday (the resurrection of Christ)

Happy Chinese New Year 2010

2010-02-14T09:47:00.002+08:00

Gong Xi Fa Cai, Kong Hey Fatt Choy (14 - 16 Feb, 2010)

Chinese New Year Cookies

2010-02-10T15:47:00.005+08:00

My Mummy has been patronizing this bakery quite a bit, lately. It is located at Aman Suria and is called Thyme Bakery & Cafe. She has purchased some nice breads, buns and of late, Chinese New Year cookies there.

The lady boss is apparently a "countryman" of mummy's hometown but she hasn't gotten to meeting her yet. Nevertheless, I look forward to eating the cookies bought there.

Here is an interesting article written about the bakery and its owner: http://thestar.com.my/columnists/story.asp?file=/2008/8/16/columnists/navelgazer/1789397&sec=Navel%20Gazer

My Mummy's Gone Missing

2010-02-04T16:33:00.003+08:00

1 Feb 2010 was Federal Territory Day and people who worked in the Federal Territory State had a day off. My mummy didn't go work today and yet I couldn't find her when I woke up this morning. And to make matters worse, she was missing for 3 days.

I had to call up Ah Ju "Gu-gu" to help "search" for my mummy. She took me to all the familiar places but still mummy was no where to be found. I was terribly upset. Even Neng-nging had to pacify me by telling me that mummy will find her way back ... and that I don't have to worry.

Finally, after the 3rd day my mummy came home ! She got me a Paddington Bear shirt and a box of pink Porky snack sticks (the import version for the Malaysian Rocky sticks). I reprimanded her for doing a disappearing act and she promised me to be good.

Apparently, she has gone off to Singapore for work and "failed" to inform me. Naughty mummy, don't you do this to me again !

January 2010 Came and Gone

2010-02-01T00:22:00.004+08:00

Yes, Auntie Precious Pearl ... so fast time's gone by. See January 2010 has come and gone by in a blink of an eye. It's February now.

Soon, we will be celebrating Chinese New Year and 2010 is the year of the Tiger (my papa's year). According to the Chinese zodiac, 2010 is the Year of the metal (golden) Tiger, which commences on February 14, 2010 and ends on February 2, 2011.

This year mummy's slow at getting things done. No angpow packets, no new cash notes, no cookies, no spring cleaning ... nothing's done yet ! Mummy, hurry up ...

2010-01-13T20:40:00.004+08:00

My mummy went the a happening event today. It was hosted in an art gallery in Bangsar called Zinc http://www.zinc.com.my/zinc/public/index.php

I thought it was kinda hip to have an opportunity to go see a "hardware" launch in an art gallery. Who would ever thought of that, huh ?

Niways do you want to know what the event launching was ? There you can read more about it here: http://gadgets.emedia.com.my/product.php?id=766

Only MNCs get to do that ! *MNCs = multinational corporations

First Day of School

2010-01-06T20:09:00.002+08:00

I start school today, 6 January 2010. School lets the older kids settle down 1st before we come on today. This helps to re-oriented everyone back to school routine.

Mummy is glad that everything is in place for me and prays that I settle down quickly after the long holidays and festivities ...

How come there are no more Jinggle Bells songs anymore ?

Happy New Year !

2010-01-01T08:59:00.001+08:00

Happy New Year, 2010 !

Welcome 2010

2009-12-31T18:47:00.002+08:00

Another 12 months have gone by and my Mummy is just happy the see 2009 go ... it had been a bad rough year for her. She is just happy and relieved that she has seen the end of it and still standing strong.

So what are the new year resolutions for me ? I only have two - Grow up strong and healthy and be a good girl.

Some helpful guidelines to making new year resolutions:
1. Choose the Right Resolution
2. Create a Plan
3. Stay on Track
4. Remain Flexible and Keep on Going

And one very important key guideline is to keep close to God to see you through !

Christmas 2009

2009-12-25T23:15:00.000+08:00

Merry Christmas Everyone ! May the Lord Jesus Christ continue to reign in your hearts and homes !

Christmas Eve Dinner 2009

2009-12-24T22:33:00.004+08:00

This is my 1st Christmas Eve Dinner at church. It was pot-bless event where everyone brought something to share with everyone. I get to go for free cos I was sponsored :D ...

And the best part is I got so many gifts (all surprised me) :

1) Aunty Foong Ling - Fishing erasers

2) Aunty Veronica - Barbie stationery

3) Cheh2 Jacky - Goodies party pack

4) Aunty Bee - books for Mummy

5) Aunty Sharon - VCD & water container

6) Aunty Annette - Building Blocks & bucket

7) Por-Por Alice - Christmas blouse

8) Neng-nging - vitamin gummies

I got very comfortable with everyone especially with "Uncle" Peter ... seems like I just grew up and no longer felt wary of him anymore ... "Uncle" Peter said that I melted his heart when I held his hand and lead him up to the pulpit :) ...

Lord Jesus, thank you for coming to earth to die on the cross for me.

Chinese Winter Solstice - Dong Zhi

2009-12-22T13:57:00.002+08:00

22 Dec every year is said to be the Chinese Winter Solstice Festival (also known as Dong Zhi). Tang Yuan or glutinous rice balls will be made as a sweet treat among the Chinese community.

Here is an article today regarding the festivity: http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2009/12/22/central/5342954&sec=central

Neng-nging made some glutinous rice balls last weekend and I had them as desserts after dinner. She made them plain and tossed them into peanut powder. This is how it was done back home and not the usual way of preparing tang yuan (boiled and eaten together with sweet soup).It was fun eating the glutinous rice balls with toothpicks together with everyone. Mummy wasn't around to enjoy the sweet treat :P ... too bad, she had to give it a miss.

It is said that many elderly people regard Dong Zhi as a reminder that we are now a year older and should behave better in the coming year !

Here is an interesting website on the history of Dong Zhi: http://www.netglimse.com/holidays/dong_zhi/history_of_dong_zhi.shtml

Pre-Christmas Party

2009-12-19T20:12:00.000+08:00

Ms. Kitty hosted a pre-Christmas Party in school today and invited many of us over. I had the chance to enjoy the Christmas goodies prepared.

After the party's over, Ms. Kitty brought me over to her church for another round of partying. Talk about pub-hopping ... here I am party hopping :)

Well hope your weekend had been good as mine was.

Jigsaw Puzzle Games for Cognitive Skills Development

2009-12-16T11:26:00.001+08:00

Jigsaw puzzles have been around for a long time and is said to be a truly educational toy for toddlers, preschoolers and even preteen kids. Jigsaw puzzles are considered to be a more superior child educational toy compared to the most recently-developed ones. The superiority of jigsaw puzzles lie in the fact that they offer a range of educational value for a minimum cost.

How jigsaw puzzles can enhance children's development ?
1) develop shape/size recognition and matching ability (spatial skills)
2) improve hand-eye coordination since children will have to fit the jigsaw pieces into the board properly
3) develop logical thinking (problem solving and reasoning)
4) enhance spatial relation skills
5) develop pre-reading skills by enhancing the ability of children to recognize shapes
6) develop perseverance attitude since children will have to persevere to be able to complete the child jigsaw puzzle
7) enhance social skills as putting jigsaw pieces together with friends and famiy will always be a fun activity

And .. last but not least, jigsaw puzzles can be used to develop the language skills by talking about the pictures with children :)

More info regarding benefits of jigsaw puzzles;
http://www.articlealley.com/article_1227881_47.html
http://www.artipot.com/articles/480792/toys-for-toddlers-3-reasons-jigsaw-puzzles-make-the-best-toddler-toy.htm

You can read about the history of jigsaw puzzles here:
http://www.jigsaw-puzzle.org/jigsaw-puzzle-history.html

My Favorite Latest Snack - Caplico Stick

2009-12-08T12:27:00.006+08:00

Snacking is said to be bad for kids but my Mummy has not been good. Today, I requested the chocolate flavored Caplico stick from Mummy and she bought me one :) ... yay !

It all started couple weeks ago when Mummy introduced me to Caplico stick by Glico. It was a rather odd looking snack - sort of cornetto-looking chocolate cone. It has no ice cream, instead it has bubbly textured strawberry/chocolate in the centre of the cone.

As shown on the box, there were 5 individually packed wafer cones, and in that had bubbly strawberry/chocolate flavored stuffing (which encompasses the dome too). Mummy expects the cone to be empty, but was actually completely full of the bubbly strawberry/chocolate filling.

Mummy finds the Caplico sticks so messy, the filling crumbles everywhere, and the wafer breaks off easily. She like throwing away all my "ice-cream".

Are You Ready For Santa ?

2009-12-03T15:52:00.001+08:00

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN

You better watch out
You better not cry
Better not pout
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town

He's making a list
And checking it twice
Gonna find out
Who's naughty and nice
Santa Claus is coming to town

He sees you when you're sleeping
He knows when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake!

Oh! You better watch out!
You better not cry
Better not pout
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town

Santa Claus is coming to town !

Who is Your Pediatrician ?

2009-12-01T15:14:00.000+08:00

A pediatrician is a doctor who specializes in the care of children.

Choosing a doctor for yourself is a very important decision. You don't want an idiot to take care of your health and well-being. I personally had a very bad experience with a dum-dum once and it was a really horrid experience.

All parents should co-operatively make a decision on their children's pediatrician. Here is an article about the importance of choosing a doctor for your kids: http://www.thechildrenshospital.org/about/doctor/choose.aspx

My current doctor is Uncle Dr. Lim ... I use to cry everytime I see him but of late, have grown fondly of him. He has rewarded me with a little vitamin every time I am a good girl at his clinic :)

Uncle Dr. Lim's clinic is called Kiddicare Child Specialist Centre.

Broadband Rivalry - Who takes the cake !

2009-11-30T14:58:00.004+08:00

Broadband rivalry here in Malaysia is very prominent. The latest player to join in the broadband wagon is P1 http://www.p1.com.my/. They have been very aggressive with their ads "Sudah Potong" or "Cut Already" which had been connotatively viewed as having an "explicit innuendo" to circumcision here in an Islamic country. Albeit the differing opinions on the ad, it had come across as a marketing campaign with a very strong message to promote their broadband services.

The local paper today reports the above:
http://biz.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/11/30/business/5198882&sec=business
and apparently Celcom emerges as the winner. http://www.celcom.com.my/broadband/html/index.html
This is no surprise as Celcom's CEO is Datuk Seri Shazalli Ramly, an excellent Marketeer. You can view his profile here http://www.axiata.com/about-us/mgmt/shazali

My mummy is just happy with Maxis broadband.

Skin Condition

2009-11-29T15:34:00.002+08:00

Last week Mummy took me to the doctor as I had scratched the folding on both of my arms till one side was so bad ... the scar was weeping. Doctor diagnosed me as having "psoriasis". There you can read more about what it is here http://www.babycenter.com/0_psoriasis_13561.bc

I was given an antibiotic, antihistamines and an ointment ... however, after two days, I developed a fever of >38 degree celcius ... Mummy had to give me paraceatamol to keep my fever down ... fever only went off after 4 days (after coming on and off) ... Mummy brought me back to see Doctor again because rashes started to develope on me !!!

Doctor said I got Roseola http://www.medicinenet.com/roseola/article.htm on top of what I had earlier ... duh !! and I contacted this from my schoolmates ...

Huumph ! It had been a rather uncomfortable week of skin for me ... please do take care folks as the holidays are just starting.

I do hope no one catches whatever I had from me !!!

Charcoal Bread Anyone ?

2009-11-27T19:02:00.001+08:00

Mummy bought a very funny colored bread and asked me to guess its color today ... who would have thought of jet-black color ! It is called charcoal bread.

Mummy let me try it with butter and it actually tasted quite nice ... black, soft and a little milky (no taste of charcoal at all).

It is said that charcoal is beneficial for the human body and doctors would prescribe charcoal to adults if they suffer from diarrhoea.

Here is an article you can read up regarding the benefits of charcoal: http://www.pyroenergen.com/articles/bamboo-charcoal-medicinal-benefits.htm

Thanksgiving Day, 26 November 2009

2009-11-26T20:52:00.002+08:00

Thanksgiving Day has its roots in America. It is said to be celebrated by the American nation with fervor and euphoria on the 4th Thursday of November.

Thanksgiving is a time for merrymaking, shopping, family reunion, feasts and family dinners. People also take time to thank God for his constant grace and for all the material possessions man enjoys. For many, Thanksgiving is also the time of thanksgiving and being grateful for their kindness.

Here is a good site regarding the history of Thanksgiving: http://www.history.com/content/thanksgiving

Psalm 107:1 - Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.

The Lord's Prayer

2009-11-25T14:24:00.004+08:00

The Lord's Prayer is the model prayer that Jesus taught us all to pray.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name

Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven

Give us this day our daily bread

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil

For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory. for ever and ever

Amen

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name

This means that we are praying to the one and only God. And, we are praising God for who He is.

Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven

This is saying that we are waiting for God's kingdom to come to earth, and that whatever He wants done on earth will be done.

Give us this day our daily bread

We are praying that God meet our daily needs. We are praying that our physical bodies be taken care of on earth (food, water, shelter, clothing, etc.).

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us

This means that we should forgive others for things they have done wrong to us, so God will forgive us of our sins when we do things wrong, too.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil

Here we are asking God to keep us safe. We want Him to show us right from wrong and protect us from Satan, who tries hard to make us do things unpleasing to God.

For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory. for ever and ever

This means we acknowledge God as Almighty. We end our prayer with more praise to God.

Lord Jesus, please help my Mummy to mean this as we pray this every morning.

Benefits of Fasting

2009-11-24T10:41:00.003+08:00

Have you ever fasted in your life before ? Apparents Malalysians are encouraged to go meatless tomorrow, 25 November 2009. There you can read more about the quest to fast from meat -
http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2009/11/10/lifefocus/4986453&sec=lifefocus

Fasting is said to bring about many health benefits:
1. fasting helps our body to detoxify
2. fasting gives our digestive system a much-needed rest
3. fasting promotes the resolutions of inflammatory processes
4. fasting quietens down allergic reactions
5. fasting promotes the drying up of abnormal fluid accumulations
6. fasting corrects high blood pressure without drugs
7. fasting helps overcome addictions easier
8. fasting clears our skin and whitens our eyes
9. fasting restores taste appreciation for wholesome natural foods
10. fasting is the perfect getaway to a healthy diet and lifestyle
11. fasting initiates weight loss with little or no hunger

There are also spiritual benefits to fasting. You can read about the Daniel Fast here
http://danielfast.wordpress.com/

If you want to read up more about bibical fasting, a good book my Mummy would recommend will be Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough by Elmer L. Towns & Elmer Town.

So, do think about doing a fast ya ?

Missing Ms. Kitty

2009-11-23T20:45:00.001+08:00

Ms. Kitty, I am missing you.

I have missed Ms. Kitty as she is still away. I am told that she has gone to America to see her Mummy who resides there.

I have attempted to call her many times with my toy phone but to no avail. Mummy asked me if I got Ms. Kitty's number ???? Har ... Number ? What number ... don't phone calls enable you to talk to someone whom you can't get to see.

Hmmm ... I remember Mah-Mah buying the iTalk card to make outstation (national) calls to Grand Uncle and international calls to Yian Gu-Gu ... the iTalk pre-paid calling card is provided by Telekom Malaysia and has a coverage to 79 countries at attractive rates. The connection is made through Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP). This service is available through any touch-tone phone, mobile phone or payphone. Here is more info on the iTalk Card http://estore.tmrewards.com.my/

Maybe I should get an iTalk Card to get in touch with Ms. Kitty.

Enacting the Parable of the Prodigal Son

2009-11-22T20:12:00.003+08:00

Today at Children's Church, we acted out the Parable of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15:11-32.

It was a very interesting little do where everyone was dressed up for the specific character they were to play.

As I was in the little ones group, I was given a pretty pink hair band with piggy ears ... ha ha ... you would have guessed which character I was.

Aunties and Uncles even had the enactment video-taped up ... impressive I tell you.

However, what was the most interesting part was the snack time after the show ... there was jelly, hors d'oeuvres, lollipops and titbits :) ...

The Parable of the Lost Son

Jesus continued: There was a man who had two sons. The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them.

Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything.

When he came to his senses, he said, 'How many of my father's hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired men.’ So he got up and went to his father.

But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.

The son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.'

But the father said to his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.' So they began to celebrate.

Meanwhile, the older son was in the field. When he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. So he called one of the servants and asked him what was going on. 'Your brother has come,' he replied, 'and your father has killed the fattened calf because he has him back safe and sound.'

The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him. But he answered his father, 'Look! All these years I've been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours who has squandered your property with prostitutes comes home, you kill the fattened calf for him!'

'My son,' the father said, 'you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.'

New International Version Bible

Final Week of School

2009-11-21T12:06:00.003+08:00

Final week of school was such fun this year with Uncle Chin standing in for Ms. Kitty. Psst ... don't tell Ms. Kitty ok ? Ms. Kitty had to be away to care for her mummy who is not feeling well.

16 Nov 2009 - Pool Day. We had a fun time getting wild and wet.

I wasn't allowed by Mummy to go into the inflatable pool as I cut my finger on the baby chair a day earlier but Uncle Chin gave in to my pleads nevertheless ... :P

17 Nov 2009 - Food Fun Day. We had fun snacking.

18 Nov 2009 - Red Day. We came all dressed in red.

19 Nov 2009 - Winnie the Poooh Day.

But I brought Ms. Piggy instead ... heh ! heh ! this is what is called "beating the norm"

20 Nov 2009 - School Party.

School Party Day was the best ... I ate so many jelly pudding that Aunty Angeline pre-warned Mummy about giving me more party pack food.

I love the pink colored Cocon Jelly Pudding ... here you can see it for yourself http://www.cocon.com.my/v2/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=16&Itemid=93&lang=en It even has Nato de Coco inside it.
Don't you love year end school closing activities ... I am going to look forward to my next party on the 19th Dec 2009 - Pre Christmas Children Get-Together !

Sexiest Man Alive 2009

2009-11-20T12:21:00.004+08:00

Aww ... the award went to Johnny Depp (Captain Jack Sparrow) again this year. Depp won the award in 2003. There you can read more about it here: http://www.people.com/people/package/article/0,,20315920_20320494,00.html

Mummy is disappointed that it wasn't Robert Pattinson http://robertpattinson.org/ She watched him as Edward Cullen in "Twlight" and has found him a fascinating actor ... Mummy, have you seen him on Harry Potter ... he is such a geek :P ... And furthermore, he is far too young, only 23 ... give him some time to be "more man" ok.

Niways, cheers to Johnny Depp for the re-instated fame !

Oodles of Noodles

2009-11-15T08:15:00.002+08:00

There are many types of noodle options here in Malaysia. Malaysians are really spoilt for choices :) ... and I am glad to have so many options ... just too bad my Mummy's a bad cook.

Just to name a few of the options we have:
1) yellow mee
2) mee hoon
3) kuey teow
4) wan tan mee
5) yee mee (egg noodle)
6) sang mee
7) meen seen
8) tai lok mee
9) cellophane mee
10) ramen/in-famous maggie mee
11) japanese soba
and not forgetting the many types of pasta options

I especially have a special liking for kuey teow cos it is smooth and easy to digest. Mummy brought me to the infamous Old Town White Coffee kopitiam for their Ipoh Chicken Kuey Teow yesterday. http://www.oldtown.com.my/ I also get to enjoy their ice-cream on special toast as dessert ... yummy :P

Do try out the Old Town White Coffee place ... it also has wi-fi access, just very IT savvy !!

Additional info: an interesting website of the history of noodles here http://library.thinkquest.org/06aug/00513/content/index.html

Report Card Day

2009-11-13T21:05:00.002+08:00

Friday 13, November 2009 has been designated as Report Card Day !

The Report Card aspires to provide comprehensive, concise and accurate information about each student's accomplishments for the academic year. The goal of the Report Card is to disseminate information to parents and interested parties to work together with teachers to ensure every student access to an extraordinary education.

Such a glamorous aspiration and goal of the report card !!

Don't report cards create trauma to students when their parents go collect them and are informed of the child's academic performance ?

Here is an interesting article about academic report cards: http://www.theage.com.au/national/schools-fear-report-card-culture-clash-20091107-i2w1.html

I was graded as a A- student and next year I will go to Year 4 class. Milla however won't be joining me as she is only 3 next year :(

The Chicken Rice Shop

2009-11-12T22:04:00.000+08:00

Mummy took me to the Chicken Rice Shop again ... you can check them out here http://www.thechickenriceshop.com/index.html

This time round I am able to totally enjoy the food there cos I am a big girl now. Mummy ordered their Little Chick Junior Combo meal for me. And I also had their sai toh fish ball soup. Yummy ! Their chicken fritters are abosolutely crispy :) ... You should try out the place cos it is extremely family friendly !

Mummy, when are we going there again ?

2009-11-06T10:08:00.000+08:00

We wish you a Merry Christmas

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ...

Mummy got the Christmas carols out early this year and taught me how to sing the above carol ... I would sing it every time it comes on in the car stereo.

Mummy says that I can sing it to Auntie Angeline when I go to her house ... :)

We wish you a Merry Christmas

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ...

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin

Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year !

Happy Birthday to Me !

2009-11-03T20:38:00.002+08:00

I am 3 today.

Have I mentioned b4 that I share the same birth date with Neng-ging earlier ? This year, Neng-ngu bought me a jelly cake from Q Jelly http://www.qjelly.com/qjelly2/english/main/cpnhome.jsp?co=10. It was really delicious, we had the cake cutting over the weekend, I even ta-pau a slice home :) ... yummy.

Then today Mummy got me a Baby Minnie Mouse cake to share it with everyone at school. It was from Thyme Bakery at Aman Suria http://food.malaysiamostwanted.com/venues/thyme-bakery-aman-suria-pj Everyone liked it except Kai-kai who went for the Honey Stars Mummy bought as extra muchies.

Niways, it was a blessed day for me ... Thank you, Jesus :)

Happy Deepavali

2009-10-16T08:00:00.000+08:00

Hindu friends in Malaysia will celebrate Deepavali tomorrow, 17 October 2009.

Happy Deepavali to you all.

School's closed today, so off to Ms. Kitty's house I go again.

2009 Mid-Autumn Festival

2009-10-04T15:59:00.002+08:00

This year the mid autumn festival falls on the 3 October 2009. It is rather late in comparison with other years. The reason being is that the lunar calendar had two 5th month this year.

Apparently, there are few versions regarding why people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival (or also called Mooncake Festival). You can read the famous story of Lady Chang Er here: http://www.chinaculture.org/gb/en_chinaway/2003-09/24/content_28099.htm

Selamat Hari Raya

2009-09-20T14:21:00.000+08:00

Teachers in school taught us how to wish "Selamat Hari Raya". Maaf, zahir dan batin.

20-22 September 2009

We are off for an additional holiday on 23 October 2009. Mummy says I get to go to Ms. Kitty's house.

Thank You God for Life

2009-09-18T14:36:00.000+08:00

Lord Jesus, I thank you for another year added to my Khong-Khong's life.

Amen.

Benefits of Fish Oil

2009-09-09T10:37:00.014+08:00

What is fish oil ? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fish_oil

Mummy had introduced fish oil to me many, many months back. She gave me 7 Seas Multivitamin with cod liver oil (by Merck) http://www.merck.com.my/en/pharmaceuticals/consumer_health_care/childrens_health/childrens_health.html)

but I really didn't like it very much.

However, when Khong-Khong gave me Scott's Emulsion orange-flavored cod liver oil (by GSK) http://www.gsk.com/products/consumer-healthcare/scotsemulsion.htm I was quite ok with it. Perhaps it was the feeding session where everyone (Khor-Khor Ethan, Princess Cheh-cheh and Ling Girl Cheh-cheh) had to line up for it makes it very fun ... heh, heh, heh, Khong-khong can be quite regimental.

I am told that oily fish is a good source of omega 3 fats, which is good for the body. Essential fatty acids from fish oil are rich in the nutrients essential for optimum brain and eye development, and many toddlers do not get enough of them in our diets. There has been much publicity about the properties of essential fatty acids and they are claimed to improve intelligence, memory, coordination and concentration skills in schoolchildren.

Here are some interesting articles to back up the benefits of fish oil:

http://www.fishoilblog.com/benefits/fish-oil-improves-toddler-learning-skills.php

http://www.mmail.com.my/content/12453-health-benefits-fish-oil-fact-or-just-fat

Other fish oil brands: http://www.ccmpharmaceuticals.com/product/otc_16.asp

So have you taken your fish oil today ?

Malaysia National Week 17-21 August 2009

2009-08-18T14:30:00.006+08:00

Ms. Kitty and the teachers in school hosted a National Week for all of us:

18 Aug 2009 - Land of Malaysia (History and Geography)

19 Aug 2009 - Malay Culture

20 Aug 2009 - Indian Culture

21 Aug 2009 - Chinese Culture & Party Day

Teacher came dressed in ethnic traditional wear ... one day, we had local food for us to try out ... another day it was traditional items on display ... and another day we had Malaysian flag together with the state flags. It was all about Malaysia, my pride and country !

p/s I associated the word "Merdeka" every time I see a Malaysian flag :)

This year Malaysia celebrates its 52nd National Day on 31 August 2009. Selamat Hari Merdeka !

Do You Ever Believe that There Can Be Miracles

2009-08-11T11:13:00.003+08:00

The Prince of Egypt (Disney) - There Can Be Miracles by Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey

Many nights we prayed, with no proof anyone could hear
In our hearts a hopeful song, we barely understood
Now we are not afraid, although we know there's much to fear
We were moving mountains long, before we knew we could

There can be miracles, when you believe
Though hope is frail, it's hard to kill
Who knows what miracle, you can achieve
When you believe, somehow you will
You will when you believe.

In this time of fear, when prayer so often proves in vain
Hope seems like the summer birds, too swiftly flown away
Yet now I'm standing here, my heart so full I can't explain
Seeking faith and speaking words, I'd never thought I'd say

There can be miracles, When you believe (When you believe)
Though hope is frail, It's hard to kill
Who knows what miracles, You can acheive (You can acheive)
When you believe, somehow you will
You will when you believe

They don't always happen when you ask (uh)
And it's easy to give in to your fear (ooh)
But when you're blinded by your pain
Can't see the way clear through the rain
A small but still resilient voice
Says hope is very near

There can be miracles (Miracles)
When you believe (Oh When you believe)
Though hope is frail
It's hard to kill (Hard to kill)
Who knows what miracles
You can achieve (You can achieve)
When you believe (oooohhh)
Somehow you will (somehow somehow somehow)
Somehow you will ( I no I no I no)
You will when you believe (when you)
You will when you, you will when you, believe
Just believe, just believe (ooh baby)
You will when you believe.

Let's trust God for A Miracle.

Outing the the Bird Park

2009-07-21T20:43:00.001+08:00

Today's my very 1st outing without Mummy or Papa...

I went to the Bird Park with teachers from school. It was a very eventful affair for me and what was the added bonus were the picnic snacks that teachers brought along for us. There were sandwiches, jelly, vitagen, cakes and others. I ate so fast, I vomitted ...

I was so excited when I saw the birds - hornbills, parrots, peacocks, owls, storks and ... and ... and ...

Alas, it was so unfortunate that it rained dogs and cats ... nevertheless Ms. Kitty was happy that

God guided all of us into the buildings when it started to rain ... so we didn't get wet.

I thank God for this experience and look forward to the next outing with teachers again :)

Have You Ever Talked to God Above ?

2009-07-01T16:31:00.001+08:00

Have you ever talk to God above?
Tell Him that you need a friend to love
Pray in Jesus’ name believing
that God answers prayer

Have you told Him all your cares and woes?
Ev’ry tiny little fear He knows
You can know He’ll always hear
And He will answer prayer

You can whisper in a crowd to Him
You can cry when you’re alone to Him
You don’t have to pray out loud to Him
He knows your thoughts

On a lofty mountain peak, He’s there
In a meadow by a stream, He’s there
Anywhere on earth you go
He’s been there from the start

Find the answer in His Word; it’s true
You’ll be strong because He walks with you
By His faithfulness He’ll change you, too
God answers prayer

You can get the music here:
http://www.laurasmidiheaven.com/00-MIDI/2/000000016996/Have%20You%20Ever%20Talked%20To%20God%20Above%3f

God Will Make a Way - Don Moen

2009-06-18T16:06:00.000+08:00

Proverbs 3:6 - In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

God will make a way,
Where there seems to be no way
He works in ways we cannot see
He will make a way for me
He will be my guide
Hold me closely to His side
With love and strength for each new day
He will make a way, He will make a way.

By a roadway in the wilderness, He'll lead me
And rivers in the desert will I see
Heaven and earth will fade
But His Word will still remain
He will do something new today.

God will make a way,
Where there seems to be no way
He works in ways we cannot see
He will make a way for me
He will be my guide
Hold me closely to His side
With love and strength for each new day
He will make a way, He will make a way

- Words and Music by Don Moen

New School

2009-06-15T20:00:00.002+08:00

I have been transferred to a new school by Mummy today. It is a Montessori based and I am told that it would be more suited for my learning personality.

The Montessori method is a child-centered, alternative educational method based on child development theories originated by Italian educator, Ms. Maria Montessory (1870–1952) in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Montessori method of education is characterised by emphasising self-directed activity, on the part of the child, and clinical observation, on the part of the teacher — to stress the importance of adapting the child’s learning environment to his/her development level, and the role of physical activity in the child’s absorbing abstract concepts and learning practical skills.

http://www.montessori.org/

Papa, Don't Preach

2009-05-26T17:01:00.000+08:00

My mummy will always remember today till she dies ... 26 May 2009 !

Have you ever been in a crisis ?

Well dictionary.com defines a crisis as such:
1a) A crucial or decisive point or situation; a turning point.
1b) An unstable condition, as in political, social, or economic affairs, involving an impending abrupt or decisive change.
2) A sudden change in the course of a disease or fever, toward either improvement or deterioration.
3) An emotionally stressful event or traumatic change in a person's life.
4) A point in a story or drama when a conflict reaches its highest tension and must be resolved.

Happy Mothers' Day

2009-05-10T15:09:00.000+08:00

Today May 10, 2009 is Mothers' Day.

What Is A Mother? - by Kathering Nelson Davis

A mother is someone to shelter and guide us,

To love us, whatever we do,

With a warm understanding and infinite patience

And wonderful gentleness, too.

How often a mother means swift reassurance

In soothing our small, childish fears,

How tenderly mothers watch over their children

And treasure them all through the years!

The heart of a mother is full of forgiveness

For any mistake, big or small,

And generous always in helping her family,

Whose needs she has placed above all.

A mother can utter a word of compassion

And make all our cares fall away,

She can brighten a home with the sound of her laughter

And make life delightful and gay.

A mother possesses incredible wisdom

And wonderful insight and skill -

In each human heart is that one special corner

Which only a mother can fill!

Mummy, can you relate to this ?

Happy Birthday Mummy :)

2009-04-16T15:37:00.004+08:00

Mummy turns 40 today (notice the big 4 in front) ... heh heh ...

To celebrate she pampered herself with 2 gifts (i repeat, two). Firstly she bought herself a pair of sandles which can normally cost RM30 a pair but she had to get it from Modern Mum http://www.modernmum.com.my/ and paid 5x more for the average price. Talk about being prudent in spending. Neng-ngu will surely say she lacks economics education.

Correspondingly with PC Fair 1-2009 http://pikom.org.my/cms/General.asp?whichfile=PC+Fair+InfoCentre&ProductID=22461&CatID=12 still on-going, she decided to get herself an external portable hard drive from Maxtor http://www.maxtor.com/gb/hard-drive-backup/external-drives/basics_portable.html at RM225 and claims that it's a good buy. But Papa has reminded her that she usually under-use her technical gadgets and eventually forgets about them !

Well Mummy, I hope you will put your gifts to good use and earn more $ to help buy my neng-neng and apple juice :D

Here's wishing to Happy Birthday again and good health always !

Happy Birthday to you 2x

Happy Birthday to Mummy

Happy Birthday to you

Blessed Easter Sunday

2009-04-10T17:12:00.003+08:00

It's Good Friday today.

Matt. 27:45-54 (NIV)

From the 6th hour until the 9th hour darkness came over all the land. About the 9th hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?"—which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

When some of those standing there heard this, they said, "He's calling Elijah."
Immediately one of them ran and got a sponge. He filled it with wine vinegar, put it on a stick, and offered it to Jesus to drink. The rest said, "Now leave him alone. Let's see if Elijah comes to save him."
And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit.
At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook and the rocks split. The tombs broke open and the bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. They came out of the tombs, and after Jesus' resurrection they went into the holy city and appeared to many people.
When the centurion and those with him who were guarding Jesus saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified, and exclaimed, "Surely he was the Son of God!"

Matt. 28: 5-8 (NIV)

The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: 'He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.' Now I have told you."
So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. "Greetings," he said.

Have a blessed Easter Sunday coming up.

To find out more http://www.jesusfilm.org/

Are You Insured ?

2009-04-07T09:35:00.002+08:00

Today, April 7 is World Health Day - http://www.who.int/world-health-day/en/ As such it reminds me if you have topped up your insurance coverage ?

Papa got me covered when I was a month old. He buys insurance from Uncle Joe (a financial advisor from Prudential Assurance) http://www2.prudential.com.my/corporate/mainpage/mainpage.php and was recommended that I should get -

a) life + medical insurance

http://www2.prudential.com.my/corporate/life_products/pdf/brochures/pmmp_eng.pdf

b) education insurance http://www2.prudential.com.my/corporate/life_products/pdf/brochures/pep_eng.pdf

When I got the KD http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/heart/kawasaki.html 2 months later, I thank God that I was could claim for insurance coverage. Both Papa and Mummy were thankful to God for insurance helped cover 90% of the hospital bill. It was a 5-figure amount.

Many times we have read in the papers that folks were caught off-guard as they could not settle their hospital bills and it is just a really dreadful feeling. And hospital bills are mounting each year as the cost of seeking medical treatment is getting more and more expensive. It is said that medical expenses are rising faster than the costs of any other services.

Do good to yourself and go get an insurance plan for yourself. Be sure to get one attached with a Hospitalization & Surgical Plan !

You can check out what's being offered by the local Insurers. Scout it out at the Central Bank list of licensed insurance companies http://www.bnm.gov.my/index.php?ch=13&cat=insurance

Happy hunting ...

Buttocks are a "sensitive" issue

2009-04-02T15:41:00.005+08:00

Yesterday being April Fools' Day, I shocked my Mummy by mentioning "cut the chicken's buttocks" to her when she was putting me to bed.

After the usual bedtime stories time, Mummy said that it was time to wind down ... as usual I had to try some "tricks" so that she can take me out of the bedroom to the hall. Dang, nothing worked ... so I remembered what I heard at Day Care today and make it a point to mention it to Mummy.

Heh ! Heh ! Caught her shocked ! We laughed at the phrase but was told that whoever taught me about chicken buttocks should be reprimanded !

So, be careful what you say to your Mummy :)

Tinkerbell - I simply love her :D

2009-03-31T17:06:00.004+08:00

Mummy introduced me to Tinkerbell (yes, she is from the Walt Disney's Fairies). Mummy says she is a petite little character and she is the guest star in the Disney On Ice - Princess Wishes @ Putra Stadium Bukit Jalil (20 -22 March 2009).

I simply love Tinkerbell as I find her cute and magical. She is sexy too. I have asked for stickers from Papa but he can't find any of her. Instead Papa got me the Tinkerbell DVD and a magazine on Tinkerbell published by Voila Sdn Bhd http://www.voila.com.my/tinkerbell.htm

I have been devouring the magazine (even though I can't read) and Mummy's not too happy that I can't let go of it ... cos I don't get my daily chores done like eating my meals and getting my bath :P

Go and check out this lovely fairy :)

Earth Hour, Malaysia

2009-03-29T09:41:00.000+08:00

Everyone's talking about it !!!

The message is - Come together to fight global warming. Turn off your lights for one hour.

Time: 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Saturday 28, March 2009 (doesn't matter where you are)

Inspired by: World Wildlife Fund

Website: http://www.earthhour.org/

Did you do your part ? :P

Maxis Rocks On

2009-03-18T09:45:00.002+08:00

My Papa went to get himself a new mobile broadband service from Maxis www.maxis.com.my/broadband and so happens that Maxis is promoting their new USB modem starting 12 March 2009. So, Papa had the chance to select from their limited Rocks On edition of skin designs.

If you are an existing Maxis Postpaid customer, you only pay RM118 per month instead of RM138 and Maxis has thrown in a "save additional RM68 for the 1st month" when you sign up before 30 April 2009.

Check out what Digi is offering - http://www.digi.com.my/broadband/

There's stiff competition between these 2 giant telcos. Therefore, good advise will be know what you want before getting the service.

:) Speaking from no experience :P

Broadband pegged PC Comparison - Digi vs Maxis

2009-02-16T11:47:00.006+08:00

I am a little late in posting up this blog.

Some 5 months ago, I high-lighted an affordable PC for kids.

In November 2008, Maxis apparently quietly launched its PC package (also very suitable for kids) - with the Dell Inspiron Mini 9 ... you can read up more here http://www.maxis.com.my/personal/broadband/dell_mini/main.asp

The package launched off at RM89 x 24 months (with 6 months free Maxis 3G wireless broadband). After that in PC Fair 3-2008 (1 - 31 Dec 2008), Maxis sold the package more expensively at RM99 x 24 months (with the same free Maxis 3G wireless broadband subscription for the 1st 6 months) ... hmm, I thought technology would depreciate with time ?

Anyways, if you want to check out this package more, you can view it here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqf59QBJSI0&eurl=http://www.edubase.com.my/dell-inspiron-mini-9-netbook-vs-asus-eee-pc-video

Oh well, I am just keeping tab of things ... and when I am old enough to own my own PC, I will be info equipped to go to Papa and demand that he gets me a PC of my own :D

Valentine's Day 2009

2009-02-14T12:16:00.000+08:00

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone :)

Mila's Birthday

2009-02-13T16:39:00.003+08:00

Yesterday was my friend at Day Care, Mila's birthday. Her Mummy has a little "do" at the Day Care with balloons, cakes, hats and Rocky Biscuits for everyone. Mila was 2 yesterday.

I got my Rocky biscuits and hat tucked in my bag. It was a hat of Disney Princesses and I told teacher that it was a triangle hat, but everyone insisted that it was a cone hat ??? I am good with shapes already, you know. I know how to differentiate a square, a rectangle, a circle and a triangle ... and oh ya, an oval too :D

Hmm ... why is it a cone hat ?

http://disney.go.com/princess/princess.html

PBS Kids Word World

2009-02-12T17:22:00.001+08:00

I currently love this little cartoon very much. http://www.wordworld.com/ There's Pig, Dog, Sheep, Duck, Frog, Bear, Ant ... and, and, Shark.

The animals are so clever, they can build their own words.

I try not to miss a series of this cartoon on Astro's PlayHouse Disney :) in the evenings. Word World is by PBS Kids, the brand for children's programming aired by the Public Broadcasting Service in the United States. http://pbskids.org/

Singing for Supper, Anyone ?

2009-02-11T16:50:00.002+08:00

Hey, do you know this nursery rhyme for kids ? ... heh, heh, heh

Little Tommy Tucker sings for his supper

What shall we give him?

Brown bread and butter

How shall he cut it without a knife?

How shall he marry without a wife?

Here, you can read about the origins of nursery rhymes. http://www.rhymes.org.uk/little_tommy_tucker.htm

Loyalty Has Its Rewards :)

2009-02-08T22:35:00.000+08:00

Papa has been bringing Mummy and me to TGIF very regularly (as I get to eat for free, my favorite being their fish and chips and cookies and creme). Today Papa brought us to TGIF again as it was a long weekend with the Thaipusam holiday in place.

As usual, Mummy ordered a 3-course meal so that I get to enjoy the TGIF fish and chips. Yummy ... As we were about to finish our dinner, we had the Branch Manager walk up to us and say that our meal will be on the house as we have been their loyal customers :) Yippe ... was that for real ? Yup, their General Manager also came up and thanked Papa and Mummy for their loyalty and support for eating regularly at TGIF ... :) :D :)) Yay !

At bedtime, I gave thanks for God for His abundant providance ... Remember folks, God is looking down upon us and whalla ... you'll never know when He comes knocking at your door pouring in His bountiful blessing. So, be good and maybe Santa may decide to come early too :P

Here you can read about TGIF
http://www.fridays.com.my/html/aboutus.html
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/4/17/central/17401111&sec=central

Chinese New Year Lion Dance

2009-02-04T15:33:00.006+08:00

Mummy's office had a lion dance hosted for them today by their major Principle. Times had been bad that they had this resorted to sponsorshing a lion dance. In the past, the said Principle would host a whole Chinese New Year 8-course dinner and have all their channel business partners over.

Nevermind that, let's have a look at the lions. There was a golden lion and a purple lion and young boys were performing the dance.

The lion dance of course draws much attention but Mummy kept away from the occasion as there were "spiritual" connotations to it.

To read up more, go here http://www.123chinesenewyear.com/chinese-new-year-lion.html

Federal Territory Day

2009-02-02T17:05:00.004+08:00

Today my Papa is lazing at home as he is enjoying his carried forward holiday from Federal Territory Day yesterday - 1 Feb.

The Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya celebrate Federal Territory Day with exciting parades, firework displays, exhibitions and cultural shows. These 3 collective territories are governed directly by the Federal Government of Malaysia. Each of them has the equivalent status to the 13 states of Malaysia, though the territories have neither a head of state nor a state legislature.

Today is also the 8th day of CNY. There will be prayers by the Hokkiens tonite ...

Dear Lord Jesus, please bless me and protect me. Keep me safe and close to you tonite. Amen.

2009 Chinese New Year, 26-27 Jan 2009

2009-01-26T20:47:00.001+08:00

Happy Chinese Year, folks !

Must Have Foods for Chinese New Year

2009-01-23T15:48:00.001+08:00

The Chinese community has always been regarded as the world's most notorious food eaters !

Come Chinese New Year, they have come up with various reasons for laying food on the table. And the food picking have very much to do with wealth, health and happiness :)

A few must have(s) are:

1) Lettuce - lettuce in Chinese sounds like 'making money'
2) Lettuce roll (Spring roll) - the action of wrapping food in lettuce leaves carries the meaning of 'Definitely having a baby soon', good for newly-weds.
3) Seaweed - the special hair-like seaweed sounds like 'Get Rich'
4) Bamboo shoot - indicates 'New Start', also means 'Advancing in Career'
5) Fish - this is a must in every New Year meals as it indicates 'Having leftovers of Money'
6) Prawns - the pronunciation of prawns in Chinese sounds like the laughing sound, and thus carries the meaning 'Happiness'
6) Abalone - carries the meaning 'Definite Good Fortune'
7) Lotus seeds - carries the meaning 'Getting Many Siblings'
8) Walnut - carries the meaning 'Happiness of the Entire Family'
9) Cashew Nuts - its shape symbolises the 'Gold Bar' of ancient times
10) Mandarin oranges - its pronunciation sounds like 'Gold'

Here the Star has a very insightful article ... http://thestar.com.my/health/story.asp?file=/2009/1/25/health/3063686&sec=health

There is mention of the -

1) Yee Sang

2) Mee Suah (Rice Noodles)

3) Nien Gao

4) Love Letters

5) Spring Roll

6) Seafood - Fish, Prawns, Oysters

7) Meat

8) Mandarin Oranges

Bon Appétit, everyone :)

Rank The World's Tallest Tower Contest

2009-01-22T14:50:00.000+08:00

Of late my Mummy has introduced yogurt to me and so far, even though with my history with cow's milk allergy, I am doing very well with Fernleaf Calciyum. http://www.fonterra.com.my/

Recently, starting 1 Dec 2008, there is a Fernleaf "CalciYum Rank The World's Tallest Tower" Contest http://offerstation.com/contest-prizes/26489/fernleaf-calciyum-rank-the-worlds-tallest-tower-contest.htm

I guess from the pic which I posted up, you will be able to find the answers to the questions asked in the said competition.

Give the competition a try and what more, your Mummy and Papa will be buying you more of Fernleaf Calciyum to obtain the entry forms. Heh ! Heh ! and Yum ! Yum !

Rain Rain Go Away

2009-01-20T17:33:00.001+08:00

Rain, rain, go away,
Come again some other day,
We want to go outside and play,
Come again some other day.

Do you sing this on rainy days ?

The Meaning of Hong Baos

2009-01-19T15:41:00.008+08:00

A 红包 (Hong Bao) is simply a red-colored envelope or packet with money in it, and decorated with lucky symbols, which symbolizes life, wealth, happiness and good luck.

During Chinese New Year, red packets are traditionally handed out to younger generation by their parents, grand parents, relatives, and even close neighbors and friends.

Red packets are given as a wish for good luck from married elders to children. And all those who are not married will receive red packets. Those who are still collecting hong baos till this day say “Yay !”

Few helpful tips when receiving a hong bao:
1) Never, never open red packets in front of the elders. It’s a sign of disrespect!
2) Don’t think that you get to keep ALL your hong boas. Sometimes, our parents make us "regurgitate" the money which we received back. They will change the hong bao packet and return the money to the giver. Humph ! Kill joy.

3) Please be smart and keep the bills and not only the coins from your hong baos. My mummy was once so dumb that she threw away the dollar bill that came in a hong bao and kept the coin. Stupid !

Gong Xi Fa Cai. Hong Bao Nah Lai !

Chinese New Year 2009 - Year of the Golden Bull

2009-01-17T14:56:00.002+08:00

Chinese communities around the world will celebrate the Chinese New Year on 26 January 2009 this year. And it is said that this new lunar year will be the year of the Golden Bull.

Locally, it has been reported that our shopping malls are coming to live again with lovely decorations of cherry blossoms and bright red lanterns.

http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2009/1/12/central/2976469&sec=central

On the gastronomy side, Chinese folks are gearing up to have "lou sang" or "yee sang" which is raw fish salad. This dish is considered a symbol of abundance, prosperity and vigor, which usually consists of strips of raw fish (popularly salmon), mixed with shredded vegetables and a variety of sauces and condiments, among other ingredients.

To dress the yee sang, sweet sour plum sauce with a drizzle of oil, lime juice, five spice powder and a dash of white pepper will be used to pour over the Yee Sang. Each and every of this exquisite ingredients has a special meaning or a symbol of good meaning -

1) crackers represents happiness

2) peanuts and sesame seeds signify harvest

3) oil represents wealth

4) pamelo stands for good luck

The concoction of red, orange, green, gold, white and brown colour of the Yee Sang makes the dish a colourful feast for everyone to savour.

Then everyone is expected to "lou" high, high and shouting out good things and wishes. Mummy's favorite phrase has "less work and more pay" ... hmmm, would that materialize this year as she has been on salary cut ?

Color My Life

2009-01-14T14:38:00.002+08:00

I am into coloring a lot these few days. Have been practising my pencil holding skills; scribbling and doodling a lot.

Various options for me to practise my new skill via paper, scrap book, notes book, magazines, newspapers, books, floors, tables, walls ... errr, and many more.

I like going to Neng-Ngu's house because I can take Khor-khor's and Cheh-chehs' very nice and huge color pencils to draw with. Once I drew on Neng-Ngu's wall and Mah-Mah said that I should thank my lucky stars for not being spanked by Neng-Ngu .... oooooh :>

And by the way, it is said that pencils do not cause lead poisoning. Apparently, there is no "lead" in lead pencils. Pencil "lead"(s) are said to be made of graphite, which is a form of carbon and does not cause any health problems.

Then again, I don't think we should take a slack approach when it comes to China made stationeries. Just be careful la.

Here are some leading brand names of color pencils:
Steadtler http://www.staedtler.com.my/Noris_Club_coloured_pencil_eng.Staedtler?ActiveID=30999

Swan Stabilo http://www.stabilo.com/pages-com/paint-draw/kids.php

Last night I tried being a little more artistic, I tried out Mummy's eye shadow on my eyes :) ... and got chased out of the room ... Adults ! I tell you, you can never figure 'em out ! Huumph ...

A Hidden Treasure - the Cross of Jesus Christ

2009-01-12T16:32:00.006+08:00

Mummy got a gift from her workmate today - it was a metal cross similar to the shown picture.

Then Aunty Eng reminded Mummy of a very old song which they sang as teenagers in school - "God Answers Prayers".

There the song lyrics are here:

Did you ever talk to God above?
Tell Him that you need a friend to love.
Pray in Jesus’ name believing
that God answers prayer.

Have you told Him all your cares and woes?
Every tiny little fear He knows.
You can know He’ll always hear
And He will answer prayer.

You can whisper in a crowd to Him.
You can cry when you’re alone to Him.
You don’t have to pray out loud to Him;
He knows your thoughts.

On a lofty mountain peak, He’s there.
In a meadow by a stream, He’s there.
Anywhere on earth you go,
He’s been there from the start.

Find the answer in His Word; it’s true.
You’ll be strong because He walks with you.
By His faithfulness He’ll change you, too.
God answers prayer.

Any Aunties or Uncles out there remembered this song ?

Saving for a Rainy Day

2009-01-09T17:26:00.008+08:00

It is important to set aside money. Usually people put aside money for emergencies.

This year however, despite the effects of the global economic crisis, it is still crucial to save.

We are advised to at least have enough savings to cover 3-months of rent and expenses. And if possible, set aside at least 25% of our income each year for emergencies or big purchases, and in my case education.

Although it is not always possible to meet the saving goals above, the best way to start is to start saving a little at a time. So stash aside some money for your savings ...

Do you know that most banks offer a better savings rate for children's savings account ? And interests in Children's Savings Accounts are calculated on daily basis, and credited on a monthly or 6-monthly basis into the accounts.

Here are the offerings available:

- Maybank Yippie Savings Account http://www.maybank2u.com.my/

- CIMB Children's Savings Account http://www.cimbbank.com.my/index.php?ch=subch_personal_dps&pg=pg_dps_cs&ac=3&tpt=cimb_bank

- EON Bank Smart Junior Savings Account http://www.eonbank.com.my/consumer/deposits/saving_smartjunior.shtml

- Alliance Bank AllianceSave ManjaKu http://www.alliancebank.com.my/alliancesavemanjaku_ovw.html and AllianceSave Pendidikan http://www.alliancebank.com.my/alliancesavependidikan_ovw.html

- Hong Leong Bank

http://www.hlb.com.my/pfs/dep/depjsa_f.jsp?flag=depjsa_f

- Arab-Malaysian Savings Account
http://www.ambg.com.my/personal/depositinvestments/savingsacct/ambanksavingsacctcomparison.asp

- Affin Bank Tiny-Tycoons http://www.affinbank.com.my/banking/condeposit/continy.htm

- Bank Raykat Nuri Savings Account-i http://www.bankrakyat.com.my/simpanannuri

- Bank Pertanian Malaysia Simpanan Patriot http://www.bpm.com.my/article.cfm?id=98

- RHB Bank Junior Savings Account http://www.rhbbank.com.my/personal/deposits/junior_acc.shtm

- Bank Simpanan Nasional Kelab Penabung Muda
http://www.bsn.com.my/simpanan/kpmdefinisikelebihan.asp

- Standard Chartered Bank Young Savers Account http://www.standardchartered.com.my/personal-banking/deposits/savings-account/en/

- OCBC Bank Young Savers Account http://www.ocbc.com.my/personal-banking/banking/MY_Banking_Deposit_Saving_YoungSaver.shtm?bcid=M1_C1_S1_P4

- UOB Bank Fun Savers Account http://www1.uob.com.my/webpages/p_deposits_FunSavers_Account.htm

Al-Rajhi Bank Mudha http://www.alrajhibank.com.my/

And of course there is the National Higher Education Fund Corporation http://www.ptptn.gov.my/web/english/savings where you can get your Papa or Mummy to save for you and they can be exempted from taxes of up to a savings amount of RM3,000.00 a year.

The above is just a list of available options, sharing about them in this blog is not to be perceived as promoting them.

Some of these options are also offered in the Islamic Banking form (depending on the banks).

So, please tell your Papa and Mummy to start saving today - "Sedikit-sedikit lama-lama menjadi bukit" :D