Pets are our beloved and yet messiest of roommates. I am not even referring to the voluntary mess that they create, but the unintentional pile of furry mess that they leave behind wherever they go. Yes, I am talking about pet hair. Although, nothing can make us love our pets any less but it doesn't bode well to have a mess of hair lying around. To top it off, no place in our homes is safe from this predicament, not even if you have hardwood floors. All places, low or high, reachable or … [Read more...]
MY MIRACLE MORNING ROUTINE
I have always been a morning person. Since I was young, I love waking up at the crack of dawn before everyone where the world seems silent, new and peaceful. However, as I grew older, I would wake up a little later than usual around 7:30am the earliest and 9:30pm the very latest. When I started living in Singapore, I even struggled a bit more with waking up early because I get really tired from daily commute so I would love longer hours to sleep to rest and sunrise comes later than in the … [Read more...]
5 BUSINESS IDEAS FOR STAY-AT-HOME MOMS
Which mom wouldn't like earning a decent income while staying at home with their kids? But this is certainly not the easiest dream. In fact, in most cases it’s either the kids or the paycheck that moms have to choose from. However, that doesn't mean stay-at-home moms will never earn again in their lives. By setting up your own business, not only can one be their own boss but can actually earn more than their previous salary, if done right. The trick is in knowing what kind of outlets to pursue. … [Read more...]
HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE & PRACTICE MINIMALISM
The Minimalism Movement wasn't new to me. I been hearing a lot about it and has got extremely popular with popular Japanese organising consultant, Marie Kondo who advocates minimalism and emphasising that less is more. Though I am a fan of her work, I didn't jump into the bandwagon immediately. But by the end of 2017, I was so overwhelmed with the excess, the noise, the stress, the million of choices and the nagging world of consumerism & urbanisation living as an overseas foreign … [Read more...]
MOVING TO ASIA: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT EXPAT EDUCATION
As you’ll know if you’re a frequent traveler, there is a whole host of opportunities out there. If you’ve done your research and decided to make the big move away from the US and into Asia, congratulations! Despite the many hurdles that you may be about to face, there is also a lot to look forward to, and by doing a little more research on everything from school structures to educational prospects, you can make sure that the move has a positive impact on your child’s … [Read more...]
FIVE THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN PLANNING A CRUISE
Photo Courtesy of American Queen Steamboat Company If you are thinking of heading off a cruise for your vacation, you need to plan ahead. Aside from the cost of the cruise, you also need to find one that suits everyone who is going on the vacation. This can often be a difficult task. Cruises can involve a considerable financial investment, so it's important that you take the time to choose the best cruise options for you and your party. Doing so can save money being wasted on an experience … [Read more...]