How to Participate in a Twitter Party

April 19, 2012

WHAT IS A TWITTER PARTY? A twitter party is a fast and fun virtual party, using the twitter platform. What’s cool about this is that you can party even in your pajamas and you don’t have to put your makeup on! A Twitter Party usually last between 1 -2 hours and focus on a certain [...]

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Judged by a drink

April 18, 2012

Sorry for the lack of posts. I’ve been swamped with work lately (not new) that when I raise my head above from the bunch of paperwork, it’s already time to go home then I sigh: another day without writing something. Sucks. I’m still a bit busy right now but something happened yesterday that I simply [...]

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As a mom to a boy

April 14, 2012

When he looks at me, it makes my heart sing – I want to see that same glimmer in his eyes even when the time comes that he’s taller than me. I came across a wonderful article written by a mom: 25 Rules for Moms with Sons As a new mom to a baby boy, [...]

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Ultimate Blog Party 2012!

April 13, 2012

Hello, my name is Grace and I’m blogging from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Yes, you read that right, I am one of the few blog party goers who’s not from the US or Canada! I’ve been chiming in to this party hosted by 5 Minutes For Mom every year to meet new bloggers and have [...]

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That infectious baby giggles

April 10, 2012

A baby’s laugh is so infectious. I was in deep agony after a molar was extracted yesterday and couldn’t even manage to speak (or eat). However, I can’t help but smile and let out little laughs as I see my daughter clowning around to her baby brother’s delight. Oh, one of those precious moments I [...]

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I’m never going to have pedicure again

April 8, 2012

A month ago, I went to a salon to get an ingrown toenail clipped. I never had an ingrown toenail before and I almost never do pedicures (the last time I did was a year ago when a salon offered free service) so I really hesitated going to a salon and spend time there instead [...]

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Burj Khalifa at sunset

April 6, 2012

It’s been a while since I posted a photos of Dubai’s most popular landmark – the Burj Khalifa so here it is, basking in the lovely afternoon glow during sunset. I almost forgot how majestic it is, having lived in Dubai for five years now and seeing this structure frequently. Somehow, I’ve lost excitement like [...]

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Biracial parenting: Is he yours?

April 4, 2012

I was out with my son in the municipality clinic for his vaccination shots when suddenly, I was asked: “Is he yours?” I try not to let it bother me (as this is NOT the first time I’ve been asked when I’m out and about with either of my kids without my husband) so I [...]

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