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April 30, 2008

I Love Mexico Presents

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Family/From the Heart - Mama BoK @ 2:03 am

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More presents from Cancun from “good” Sara and her parents. The t-shirt was just the right size.. so thoughtful of Adele and Gerald. We can never asked for a better friend than the Leblanc family. They have always been steadfast in our friendship.. which is pretty hard to find .. in this town.

I Can Macarina Too!

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Family/From the Heart - Mama BoK @ 1:56 am

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Thank you the “good” Sara (as chloe puts it) .. Gerald & Adele for remembering Chloe.. when you went to Mexico for your holiday. Yes.. they have always been very kind to Chloe.. since she was born.. always remember her birthday.. and Christmases.. and any occasions. We really lucked in on this good friends.. in the Leblanc family.

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I Wanna Be Size 8!!

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 1:11 am

Yes.. call me crazy..! but with summer just around the corner.. i can’t helped but wanna be size 8 again..!! envy to see a customer come in today at the store.. and she too had lost weight.. but she didn’t really tell me her secret. She just said.. she smarten up. I wonder if she was Hydroxycut, a fat burner i hear is pretty effective. I’ll check out the side effects before taking it of course.

April 29, 2008

Keegan Was Sick Again

Filed under: Brat Stuff - Mama BoK @ 2:40 pm

Keegan was sick yesterday.. and of course the brat longing to see her the whole weekend.. was very disappointed. I was telling PB .. i donch know what it would be like.. once Keegan goes full time into nursing.. and can’t babysit..?? afterall, it had been almost 3 yrs now or more.. that the brat had been with Keegan. I know too, that the brat is getting really, really attached to her babysitter, it is kinda cool.. on the other hand quite worrisome.. coz’ we know we can never replace Keegan.. when she goes to nursing. What would you do..?? if you were me..??

Motherhood Changes Me

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Shopping - Mama BoK @ 2:17 pm

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I kid you not.. when i tell you that.. ! see the dress chloe have on..?? yes. . i only buy cheap and good stuff.. when they come off season.. and keep them till the brat can wear them. At $4 for the dress, I figured i couldn’t go wrong. Motherhood did changed me… and that’s the truth. For someone who didn’t even looked at price tags before becoming a mother.. now i calculate everything to the last penny..!! My father-in-law donch call me .. a Chinese Jew for nothing you know..! Did motherhood change you too.. ??? to someone you never thought you would be..??

Princess Scooter

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 3:20 am

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We bought the scooter for the brat yesterday.. and since it was a display one. .we got 25% discount for it.. so we ended paying like $15 .. which in my opinion was a great price. But grampie is paying for it.. muahhahahhaha!! yes.. we are pretty smart .. when it comes to buying things.. not only we buy them really cheap.. on discount.. but we also make Grampie feel so loved… muahahhaha!!

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The SeaGulls Are Back !

Filed under: Weather, Amusing/Musing, This Town - Mama BoK @ 12:09 am

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I donch know if you are aware of this. .but where I am living.. in Nova Scotia.. we are surrounded by the Ocean .. and when one sees the seagulls coming back… it can only mean one thing to me… !! the warm weather is gonna be here really soon. This is the first of the seagulls i’ve seen this month. During the summer.. we see flocks of them… all over town.. because just behind our store..is the ocean. Awesome..!

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The Perception Is Wrong

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 12:00 am

Alot of women out there feels that marrying overseas or uprooting permanently is so glamorous, especially when they see a friend who married a “white man” go home to visit their parents, family and friends. The perception is so far from being the truth! oh don’t get me wrong.. the “white man” is great.. but all the other things has to be taken into consideration as well. Like the weather..! and the kinda food we cannot get here.. or the child care or even the hospital care.

I was at the hospital the other day.. and met a filipino lady who also married a Canadian.. and the first thing she said.. was the weather is killing her. Of course, we didn’t continue talking.. because she had to get to her appointment.. and I had to rush home. But yes.. if you thinking marrying overseas is glamorous, I tell you it’s not. I have never missed home so much in my entire 43 yrs of life.

April 28, 2008

A Sample Free Time

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 10:00 pm

Saturday afternoon was the 2nd time.. we left the brat with Keegan at the store.. for an hour or so.. and went back home .. to eat. It was very quiet at home.. without the brat.. and we are not used to it.. muahhaha!! PB said.. it is a sample.. of what it would be… when the brat goes to school… this fall.

I do like the free time.. but it sure feels strange without the lil’ brat, for she is so noisy.. she never stops.. from the time she gets up. Full of energy, lots of things to say.. and full of mischief. I wonder what we are gonna do.. when she is in school. Prolly should start practicing eh..?

Piano For Your Pre-Schooler

Filed under: Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 8:39 pm

I’ve always wanted to send my daughter for piano classes because she seems to love music alot and i hear that learning to play the piano as young as 4 yrs old actually boost their intelligence. Unfortunately, I am not very musically inclined and would rather not send her to a music school just yet, in case she doesn’t really want to take up piano yet.

If you are like me, not sure about it, try Piano for Preschooler for it was developed to give parents like you and me a chance to teach our children without worrying whether our kid might get too stressed up and to really find out where her potential is. For more information visit www.pianoforpreschoolers.com, afterall a caring parent teaching your own child is so much better than farming her out to a total stranger. I assure you, it’s easy and really affordable and you can nurture a natural love for music in your child.

She Cleans

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 1:19 pm

While i read about other blogging mummies anguish about their kids not cleaning up.. i really think we luck in on Chloe .. in that department. Whenever she washes her hands.. she even dries the tap .. after cleaning her hands. And when she is done peeing .. she wipes the toilet seat.. with a piece of toilet paper. It’s cute to see her do that.. because seriously i didn’t teach her to. It is either PB or Keegan.. because they are the one who goes to the washroom with her most of the time. So yes.. it’s amusing to see that the brat cleans the tap .. after washing her hands without even having to remind her. I do have an awesome kid.

April 27, 2008

What A Good Man !

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, Family/From the Heart, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 11:37 pm

It is very easy to ignore all the small little things the man do for you .. and in fact only point out the bad things.. when he doesn’t. I am definitely guilty of such. I can be such a B.I.T.C.H at times..! and i’m sure the man would agree with me.. in half a second.. not openly though.

But the man was really good tonite.. and i didn’t need to ask for help. He did the vacuuming, cooking for the brat, cleaning the dishes.. and then cleaned the bottles.. and pots and pans.. and bathed the brat. For that .. he deserves alot of brownie points. I thought he was going to his buddy’s place but i guess i was wrong.. and he said.. he did all these housework.. because i was sick..! so sweet eh..?? So man can be nice and helpful if they want to. I must not forget the good stuff too eh.

I Got White Hair!!

Filed under: Health, Random Ranting - Mama BoK @ 12:25 am

Does it bother you .. when you spot white hair on your head..?? I didn’t think it would.. but it is most irritating to see some short ones.. sprouting around my head this week. I tried to ignore it.. but it just wouldn’t let me. I think what bothers me most is wondering if it has anything to do with my current health condition?? Afterall, i am not that, that old eh..?? even though my mother-in-law doesn’t think i am a spring chicken no more. Anyone got any advice..?? experience..?? share, share ya.

April 26, 2008

Gifts Again

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 11:33 pm

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Yes.. more gifts from Keegan for the lil’ brat. These are stuff for her to make bracelets .. and necklaces. Although they are not expensive.. it’s still the thought behind it that really counts. Chloe is very attached to Keegan now.. i asked her .. what are we gonna do.. when Keegan goes to college the year after this.. and the brat said to me.. “she can come and visit me..!” Muahahahhaha!! yes.. but i donch know if the brat knows the impact once keegan is away for nursing school.

Vacation

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, Useful Links 101, Vacations/Travel - Mama BoK @ 11:24 pm

Don’t you just envy those that goes on a vacation a few times a year..?? I do..!! i have friends and customers who are always going away for a vacation and recently one just came back from the Outer Banks. Staying in the finest beach home and soaking in the sun and the sea.. and coming back with a tan.. !!! while we are all still wearing heavy sweaters during the late afternoon. How can one not long to go for a sunny vacation.

She A P.I.T.A

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 10:48 pm

PB loves to call the brat a P.I.T.A., so one day.. the brat told PB .. the same thing.. that he was a P.I.T.A. muhhahahahaha!!! sure she doesn’t know what it actually means.. but she can still repeat it to her daddy. See ..! they do pick up really fast.. and quick, irregardless whether they know what it is or not. So are you a P.I.T.A.?

Where’s The Rest…??

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, Family/From the Heart, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 1:14 am

I’m pretty proud of myself today at the hospital.. because I went there on my own. For the last 8 yrs.. i think i’ve been a parasite. It got really worst after I got pregnant with Chloe, everything changed.. and i started to get panic attack that i had never experienced before i had chloe. After Chloe .. it eased.. but once in a blue moon .. i still get it.

Today, going for my ultra sound alone.. the receptionist asked me.. where’s the rest of my entourage..?? made me realized that i never go anywheres without PB or the brat. No wonder my father-in-law suggested that i get my own car .. instead of sharing one with PB. He’s prolly trying to be polite eh.

Under The Weather

Filed under: Health, Random Ranting - Mama BoK @ 12:27 am

I have been under the weather for the last few days.. and in between work.. and taking care of the brat.. and a few hospital visits for an already pre-scheduled appointment.. it’s quite taxing. I finally got my renewal for my MSI card.. and very quickly i got an appointment to see my family doctor yesterday.

This morning.. i was squeezed in for an emergency ultra sound for my fibroids.. and having that taken care of . .now means.. i only have to wait for the gynae to access my fibroids.. and we’ll go from there. I am down with a cold.. but luckily both PB and Keegan helped with Chloe.. so i can get some rest. I’m aching all over.. so if i donch answer your emails .. or msn .. i hope you forgive me. I’ll be back.. in full force in a few days..! have a great weekend.. everyone.

Protecting My Loved Ones

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 12:21 am

Of late i haven’t been feeling too well and when i read about those who had suddenly departed, I am just glad that I have insurance coverage for when I am not around to take care of them. I cannot imagine how some people can go without insurance since getting a term life insurance quote is easy and affordable. If you love your loved ones, you should look into having them looked after when you are not around to do it for them.

April 25, 2008

A Very Particular Child

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Random Ranting - Mama BoK @ 10:50 pm

Yes.. that she is.. and really .. i wonder why..?? i donch really teach her anything.. anywheres .. to be this way… but she is. Things needs to be exactly the way she wants it.. like her pillow.. or her clothes.. or soaks.. or shoes. She can wake up crying because Papa didn’t put her pillow down properly. *sigh* .. i really hope she ain’t into those compulsive behavior type.

Home Body Wrap Kits

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101, Beauty - Mama BoK @ 2:41 pm

Body wraps at health centers or spas are awfully expensive and it’s quite embarrassing to get undress in front of a complete stranger. Therefore, I rather not do it even at the regular beauty shop that I go to. But now you can buy Home body wrap kits, at affordable prices and do them at the comfort of your own home. It is easy to do it yourself, everything is included and they even provide those stretchy bandages. Detoxing and losing those few inches has never been easier.

My Daughter, The Drama Queen

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 9:04 am

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We donch even have to teach her to pose for pictures.. she just knows how to .. when she wants to. If the brat doesn’t already have a middle name.. i’m sure.. we would have called her.. drama-rama. She even know what accessories she wants to wear with posing for pictures.
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Hey, You Know What..?

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 12:49 am

Isn’t it funny that the brat starts off with what she wants to say with .. “Hey .. you know what..?” .. and then she goes rambling on… muahahah!! it is quite amusing .. if you asked me. But if we think carefully, i know she picked this up from Keegan her babysitter. So watch what you are saying .. in front of your kids.

Best Seats For Baseball

Filed under: Useful Links 101, Entertainment/Movie Review - Mama BoK @ 12:48 am

The ex boss entertained alot and some of his clients were die hard fans of baseball, therefore whenever he would asked for last minute arrangement for the best seats for a baseball game or even an event schedule, we were prepared. Of course, he thinks we have these little black book that we go to and strings to pull, for we always come through for him irregardless.

The Houston Astros Tickets are very popular this year because the Houston Astros are making another run at the National League’s Central title. The addition of speedster Michael Bourn and Kaz Matsui should help in this reorganization. Maybe this will be the year the Astros can make it back to the World series.

Anticipating that he will want tickets for these games, I made a little call to his present personal assistant and let her in on my little secret on where she can get the best and premium seat and to see the best MLB Baseball. Astro Ticket Broker is not only reliable but they can get you ticket that were already sold out. In business for 15 yrs, they do go beyond their call of duty, to assist. Tickets sold here are usually above the face value printed on the ticket but that is to be expected since they obtained their tickets from a secondary market. I know my ex-boss and his clients will continue to be very happy for many years knowing my little secret.

April 24, 2008

School & Orientation

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 2:05 am

Last week.. the store was abit quiet one day. .and i made PB call the school again. .to make sure we have a place .. in the french school for the brat.. because we missed attending a parents/teachers meet of some sort.. in March for my immigration thing .. for it cannot wait.

We are glad to find out that orientation for all schools is only in May .. so we are safe ..! thank God..! else i would be quite devastated.. if she cannot get into a decent school this year.

April 23, 2008

Min & Sienna

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 11:01 pm

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Whenever Chloe wears this Princess dress, it reminds me fondly of a blogging friend, Min .. and her Princess by the name of Sienna. Yes.. Chloe still wears her princess dress very fondly… and whenever the weather is good.. she asked for it. This dress was sent to Chloe in December 2005, as a christmas gift to Chloe .. by Min and her daughter. Together with this dress.. Min had sent some PJs from Baby Gap.. that were retired last year.

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No More Mr Procrastinator

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 10:51 pm

Taken by surprised that the man immediately had my renewal for my MSI card sent on the same day I received my renewal .. back to the city .. was kinda new to me. Your know how PB is quite a procrastinator.. in many things.. and I had kinda given up .. and harping at him on things.. but he sure surprised me this time. Now i wonder what made the changed in him eh..? Man are quite as unfathomable as the woman.. if i must say.

White Chick Cooking With Chopsticks

Filed under: Food Review, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 10:25 pm

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Ever seen a white chick cooking with a pair of chopsticks..??? i bet not too many people has..eh..? Well.. here she is.. !!! super duper.. 100% white chick.. with chopsticks. If you are wondering who she is.. she is Keegan.. my brat’s babysitter. Yes .. she can maneuver the chopsticks pretty well eh. She was actually playing with the brat.. about hair .. i think.. when i asked her to come help me.. with the stirring.. so that i can washed the dishes. Pretty cool eh..??

The School I Want

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, This Town - Mama BoK @ 1:42 am

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When Chloe was born, we had planned that we would move back to the country .. just before she starts school.. that way she can go to the school her father was in.. and nearer to her grandparents. 4 yrs.. later.. we still haven’t realised our dream .. because of our business… or rather PB’s business. This is actually my ideal school for Chloe.
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April 21, 2008

More Gifts

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 12:10 am

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Yes.. more present for Chloe from her babysitter.. Katelynn (keegan). We are truly grateful to Keegan for loving the brat so much.. but i wished she wouldn’t waste her money . .on buying toys for the brat. Afterall, the house is full of toys.. just in about every room. Kate bought a Prince Carlos to match up with Chloe’s princesses.
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April 20, 2008

Asian Or Canadian

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 3:41 am

A few weeks ago, my dear father-in-law said. .that the brat speaks more like I .. and it was understandable .. coz’ PB has got his mouth full of gold. So please help me out by taking a vote as to whether.. the brat speaks like me or like any Canadian.

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April 19, 2008

Happy Spring Day, EveryOne!

Filed under: Weather, Amusing/Musing, This Town - Mama BoK @ 2:31 pm

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Happy Spring Day .. Everyone..!! it’s unbelieveably hot at 18 degree celcius out here.. in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. If this is any indication of summer.. which i donch think we are so lucky.. we might just have a better summer this year. I can’t wait for Misha’s Cafe to be opened.. !! they are my only hope .. to good food around here.. and at best prices.

April 18, 2008

Kids Say The Darndest Thing

Filed under: Business/Career, Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 3:16 pm

Yes..! they do say the darnedest thing. A few boys were in the store.. and they went into the adult room. Guess what the brat said.. to one of the friends .. that were in the room..?? She said.. “Yer friend is in the YAKKIE room”!! muahahahhahahaha!!!

Burn Those Fat

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 3:11 pm

I never sweat or never seems to sweat, most likely it is because I don’t do very many strenuous exercises. I was told that some people take eca stack for this purpose alone. And that it not only help one burn fats but keep them away. And if you know me, you know that I’ve lots of store fats, time for some help.

Staying Fit

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 3:00 pm

You know with winter being so long in Canada, it can be really hard to keep fit.. and very easy to keep all the fats. Buying ellipticals may be the best investment for folks like us, who are usually stuck indoors in the store. And if their is a big storm out, and no chance of us getting to the fitness center, this will be a life-saver.

Stars On Ice

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 2:54 pm

The mother-in-law is going to watch Stars-on-Ice live in Halifax this week. I think she is going with her line-dancing friends. I hear there are 6 going. .and they are staying at the Marriott. I wished i could go to.. but work and of course the brat does not permit me to. Well.. at least i know I will be getting some chinese food, she just called from the Asian grocery store this morning and i placed a small order. I have an awesome mother-in-law and a great Aunt.

Vacations and Vacationers

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, Useful Links 101, Vacations/Travel - Mama BoK @ 2:53 pm

I still cannot believe that people would not or do not buy travel insurance when they go on vacation with the whole family or when they are on working trips. I’m just glad that when i did travel with my previous company, they always buy travel insurance for me and because of that, when in Cambodia one year.. and they had a civil war, i was evacuated by the insurance company faster than I could make a call home. So for those traveling, please buy your travel insurance.

Safe Pills

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 2:39 pm

I’ve never had to take any weight loss pills since young, not that i’m not over-weight though. I love my food alot and you can imagine, i do sometimes over-eat. The reason for not taking the pills is because there were so many controversy about pills like these many years ago, but things are definitely different now, they are safe and affordable. But of course with any pills one takes, you have to do your own little research before taking them.

April 15, 2008

As A Kid

Filed under: Family/From the Heart - Mama BoK @ 10:21 pm

As a kid, my mother never let us help her to cook or bake.. and in fact she would literally treat us like a pest.. if we even cooked in her kitchen.. because she said.. we would either dirty her stove.. or spoil it.

I used to lament about the lack of fun cooking with my mum. .but when i think back. .i knew she cannot afford to spare the time.. because she was a full time working mum. This is the reason why .. i never refused to let chloe help in washing or cooking if she wanted to.. because.. i donch want her to feel she ain’t useful. Even if she was making a mess more than helping… it’s alright.

Changing Cars

Filed under: Motor, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 10:20 pm

Changing cars every other year is quite the norm in this part of the world. Even my babysitter has her own car.. it was a hands me down.. but it’s great that she is able to drive around on her own.. and used the car to go to school.

Lucky for her .. she doesn’t have to pay for the car.. because it was once upon a time her brother’s but her classmates who wants to drive would have to get their own car loan and insurance. Eyeing on a used car austin, she may trade in hers for a new used car, when she starts going to college next year. And for students like her .. Quality Auto not only take your old car for trade in but also help you get a loan really quick. Awesome for kids like my babysitter .. that’s for sure.

Substitutes

Filed under: Food Review, Health, Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 10:00 pm

I’m sure by now .. all of you know that the brat is hard to feed. And like any good mummies.. i too worry sick.. because of her no intake of meat. If she can.. she would try all sorts of nonsense just not to eat that meat.. that she had already been chewing in her mouth. Lucky for us, she developed a liking for tofu, yogurt and milk. With these substitutes i think it is ok.. that she doesn’t like meat that much. What do you give your kids.. when they don’t want to eat certain food..??

Corn Monster

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 9:02 pm

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It was really thoughtful of Aunt Helena.. to remember that the brat loves corn. She had bought some.. and cooked it for the brat.. when we visited on Sunday. You should have seen how Chloe’s eyes lighted up.. when she saw the corn. She chomped it down really quick too. Muahahahha!! my corn monster..!

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Only The Red Tags

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 1:09 pm

Like every kid, the brat has decided that she wants a gift everyday or any chance that we go shopping. Whether to the grocery store or to the mall, she would asked if she can get a gift. So how do other mums cope with it..?? or dad..?? because we all know they can drive us nuts.. by asking for a present right..??

Well.. as for us and the brat.. we trained her really early.. that only those that she finds with red-tags.. they are for sale.. those without the red tag.. they are only for display. But since the brat is getting older.. and way smarter now.. we also instilled in her.. that the red-tag means that they are on sale.. and we never buy anything .. that ain’t on sale .. because we gotta shop smart.. else we will have no money.

And yes.. no fuss .. she looks only for the red-tags.. and for your info.. nothing is on red-tag.. it is just a prevention for us not to buy anything we donch wanna buy.

Plan For A Party

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Shopping - Mama BoK @ 1:05 pm

Every year we said we want to throw the brat a birthday party but it always seems like something will come up.. and we don’t get the party invitations out on time for the party. So this year, we are going to have the party way earlier.. to prevent any unforeseen circumstances. That way if we can’t have it on that said day.. at least it is still early enough to have it on the following week.

Medical Supplies

Filed under: Health, Useful Links 101, Shopping - Mama BoK @ 1:00 pm

In every home and office, we make sure that we get some medical supplies for our first aid box. Even though we never get to use them, it is always good to be prepared during an emergency. You can now get all your daily living aids like Kinesio Tape, that are so useful as they are water-resistance and can be worn for multiple days as well online.

Serving the community since 1996, you can find just about any medical supplies that you might need right here. Whether you need a breast feeding pillow, a shower chair for your grandmother, or even diabetic supplies like I do, you can order everything online hassle free. Shop by brand or category and find a brief description to everything you want to buy.

Stupid & Silly Rules

Filed under: Health, Random Ranting, This Town - Mama BoK @ 10:15 am

I had called my gynecologist’s office this morning to make an appointment to see the gynae, sometime next week. And guess what the secretary told me..??? That i need a referral from my family doctor.. since I haven’t seen him for some time now..! *slap forehead* !! What kinda rules and regulation is this anyways..??? I’ve seen him before for years.. and i stopped because i wasn’t gonna do an op till later.. i WAS his patient before.. so WTF..!!! This is so aggravating..!! i’ve never had to go on a round about trip .. back home..! it must be a Canadian thing..??

Discounted Curtain Rods

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, The Other Half, Home Furnishing - Mama BoK @ 2:05 am

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Many years ago, i wouldn’t think of nothing speaking money on furnishing the house. But of course things are different if you are spending the man’s money.. and not making your own. I love fanciful stuff.. who doesn’t . .and many year ago, i would never think of buying them only when they are on sale. I want something.. and i want it now. Life sure changes.. once you have kids eh..?? We finally got the curtain rods that we want for our tv room too. Nice or not..?? Not ex either.. !

April 14, 2008

Unique Presents

Filed under: Useful Links 101, Shopping - Mama BoK @ 11:57 pm

It is not easy to buy presents for my parents. Everytime, we asked them what would like like for say, Christmas. Their reply is usually, nothing, we have everything. And we really don’t want to buy something just because of buying them, we want gifts to represent our love, our thoughts for them and more.

Buying meaningful gifts like a Vintage Model Airplanes for one of my uncles from CSN an online shopping must be the wisest idea we had. Not only can you find lots of collectible here too. For gifts that counts, you might want to browse around and i’m certain you will find something soon.

Little Sleep

Filed under: Health - Mama BoK @ 10:05 pm

I haven’t been sleeping well lately because of my darn fibroids..! it almost feels like i am pregnant. .just without the baby. How silly of me.. when i was having chloe.. i thought my fibroids were chloe moving around… muahahahha!! yah.. the turning around.. and sleeping on the sides.. doesn’t seems to help.. so i go to bed late.. and get up early. I have to get the darn thing out soon. Wish me luck..!

Happy Spring Day

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Weather, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 8:20 pm

Do you know who is the happiest when the weather turns good..?? Not only me.. of course..! in fact the brat was so happy yesterday.. guess what she said to us outta the blue moon.. and then continued to grammie and grampie.. and then the neighbours. She said to everyone .. “Happy Spring Day..!” “Happy Spring Day..!” And swear we didn’t teach her ..! she just came up with it… muahahahha!!

Auto Recycling

Filed under: Motor, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 8:12 pm

My brother-in-law, Richard would be really pleased to know that there is a used auto parts online place for him to purchase his auto parts. Knowing he loves fixing up his cars, trucks and whatever else that moves, midwest auto recycling may just be the place he can find the parts he needed for some of his repair work.

Specializing in used engines and transmission, they also warranty and test them before sale. So not only do we not have to worry about buying a not working part but one can be safely say that everything is cleaned and inspected.

Birthday Pie

Filed under: Food Review, Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 8:10 pm

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While others have birthday cakes for their birthday.. my mother-in-law baked me a coconut cream pie instead, plus got candles some more ok..! They even sang me a birthday song. My birthday.. was like a week ago.. but they still remembered.. and did something special for me. Thank you .. Mum..! yer the best..!

Forget Me Not

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 8:07 pm

We didn’t go visit my in-laws the week on my birthday.. because not only was PB sick.. so was i. Well.. guess what my in-laws didn’t forget my birthday..and i was taken by surprised.. when i had a coconut pie .. and candles.. to blow out yesterday.. when we visited. And i thought they had forgotten by now. So sweet eh..?

Toyota Radiator

Filed under: Motor, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 8:01 pm

I don’t know about other woman out there but I’m always afraid when my car breaks down no matter what is wrong with it. The anticipation of paying premium dollars and at the mercy of the garage can be very stressful.

Plus finding the right parts is also important for me, like the time i needed a Toyota Radiator and was told that if i wanted to buy an original, I would not only have to wait but pay premium dollars for it. If you are like me and not wanting to take the chance of another break-down, or flagging for cars in the middle of nowhere, you might want to try Radiator.com. With more than 100 nationwide locations service, I’m sure you will find one conveniently.

Strange Kid

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 7:44 pm

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I have a strange kid..! a kid who doesn’t like to eat at all. We were at Jungle Jim’s the other day.. sorta a belated birthday lunch.. and i had ordered ice cream for the brat.. but she took only 2 spoonfuls.. and refuses to eat it anymore. No kids that i’ve known in all my life.. wouldn’t finished their ice cream.. but nope.. the brat just refused to eat it.. even though it was her favorite flavor .. chocolate..! what do you make outta it…??

Totally From The Heart

Filed under: Amusing/Musing, Family/From the Heart, Shopping - Mama BoK @ 7:01 pm

We were at the Canadian Dollar store after our late lunch at Jungle Jims. I had wanted to just browse around.. and of course to get the brat some cheapie toys. And i spotted some knock off crocs and bought one for Mr Choo’s 1 year old kid. Unfortunately, her feet were as big as Chloe’s so i have to bring it back to exchange it. But Mrs Choo who was delivery our food was thanking us profusely.. and thoughtfulness, but to me it was actually nothing.. it was on the way. And guess what she didn’t wanna collect the money for our food.. *slap forehead* .. oh no..!! not again..!!

Painted Fingers

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 6:45 pm

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Yes..!! the brat wants to grow up fast.. and she got Keegan her babysitter to paint her fingers and toes. She sure loved it.. and was literally amused that the paint didn’t come off with water. She is into wearing dresses.. and skirts ..and girlie stuff.. and dresses herself up.. whenever the weather is warm. I told PB this morning.. we are gonna have problems with the brat.. when she grows up.. because she wants all the nice things.

April 13, 2008

I Rest My Case

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, The In-Laws - Mama BoK @ 11:41 pm

A few days ago, I had written that PB must have gold in his mouth , therefore he either does not want to open his mouth or say very, very little. For those who thinks i am exaggerating.. well today .. when visiting my in-laws.. my father-in-law said this .. “i see chloe learn how to speak from you more.. than chris…?? no wonder she speaks like you… but that’s understandable.”

I guess the FIL meant .. i speak like a “CHINESE” .. no SLANG here.. ok..!! or does he meant.. bad pronunciation..?? Well.. either way.. it does prove that the man donch speak unless spoken to. Even then.. you can expect very short answers. Well.. if chloe speaks broken english or bad pronunciation .. donch blame me hor..!

I’m Not Having A Good Day

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 4:07 pm

Kids say the darnedest thing .. but i think mine has an excuse for just about everything. She raised her voice at me when she was answering a question of mine.. and i had told her it wasn’t very nice. She said .. “sorry mum and dad.. i wasn’t having a very good day. ” Muahahhahahahahhha!!! yer tell me lah.. what you make outta it..??

Business Opportunity

Filed under: Business/Career, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 12:43 pm

When I first came to Canada, I had big dreams.. i wanted to get ahold of a franchise for a leading cosmetic store but was told that they do not at that point of time do any franchising. I checked back often to see if they have had made any changes.. but for the last 8 yrs, they still wants to own the stores around Canada on their own. What a bummer!

In My Daughter’s Eye

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 4:32 am

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In my daughter’s eyes .. this is how she sees fun, dressing up her babies.. in the store and mostly lining them up.. to watch a movie with her. .or to have lunch or dinner with her. How simple everything is with the kids eh. What is in your kid’s eyes lately..??

April 12, 2008

Dating The Man

Filed under: Random Ranting, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 8:11 pm

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I never go anywheres without the brat…and i have very good reasons for it. Can you imagine going out on a date with the man.. and his only answer to your conversation are “yes”, “no” and/or “prolly”. Yes.. the man got gold in his mouth.. ! no way was he gonna say more than he should.. i think if he can he would type the answer out for me.. to save him some effort in moving his jaws. I know what your next question is gonna be.. “how did you fall for the man..??” Go right ahead and guess.. and I’ll write the answer in another story .. another day.

Moving Smart

Filed under: Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 7:18 pm

Relocating from one state to another.. or just simply moving home .. is a tremendous and tedious task not forgetting daunting too. I so do not look forward to it at all. I am sure.. those who’ve moved or relocated because of work or for personal reasons would understand where i am coming from. If I can choose and not ever move again.. I would .. but since it is not possible.. i have to say, Boston Moving Company is my choice for this little moving project of mine.

Promising a smooth transition, ensuring that they handle everything with care and professionalism. With their state of the art storage facility, climate controlled and security cameras, I can feel really safe about them handling the move. And if they treat their employees so well, you can be sure that they will treat you, the customer/s even better.

With a reputation of staying ahead of the competition, it is not surprising that they have a $135 million painting in their repertoire and many repeating customers and referrals. The oldest moving company in Boston area, they are equally experienced in moving both locally and internationally. Be it a relocation, car shipping or art storage, you know they’ve done it many a times and definitely more than trained to assist you in ways, you will be thankful of in the future. A mover that can only offer more than you expect, so why choose someone else.

Water Made

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 1:22 am

I donch know about other ppl’s kid.. but mine is made of water. Everytime she does something wrong.. or she gets timed out… or even when she is complaining about anything.. or simply just because we didn’t bring her honey-bunny.. the dam would be opened wide.. and i tell yer .. the tears.. and the choking.. and whatever else.. that comes with it.. makes me wonder ..how in the world.. does that brat do it…?? Are all kids this way..?? or only mine..??

April 11, 2008

The Dollar Store

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, This Town - Mama BoK @ 2:50 pm

The Dollar store is God-send ..!! yes… everything for a buck..! and it’s great when you have kids..! because you and I know.. how much a kid wants to buy presents. The brat is no different from other kids.. but she is quite happy with the dollar store toys.. although some can be really poor quality.

Now if only they had these Dollar Stores when we were kids.. that would have been great for parents of my mother’s time. The poorer kids wouldn’t feel deprived at all. I remembered even bicycles were made and imported from UK .. so you can imagine.. how deprived even those in the middle income family were.

The Starving Artist

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 3:31 am

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We had lunch at Jungle Jims today.. and the brat drew for her food.. muahahhhaa!! yes.. she entered the Starving Artist Contest while sitting and waiting for her ice cream since she had already eaten at the store. But she sure got all her theme correct, she drew giraffes, hippos and tigers. And nope.. we didn’t helped her.. she told us a matter of factly.. that these were what they were… since we really didn’t recognized any.. muahahhaha!! But you have gotta give her extra points for trying eh..?

April 10, 2008

Special Wedding

Filed under: Useful Links 101, Vacations/Travel - Mama BoK @ 11:21 pm

An awesome place to have a wedding, a honeymoon and even a wedding anniversary for a vow renewal with your loved ones. I would definitely be one happy bride, if you see how lovely the scenery is and all the amenities that comes with St Thomas Villas . The view is not only breathtaking, it can leave you with many wonderful memories of your very special occasion.

When you are booking the villa, you are booking the entire villa, so one can plan a vacation for the entire clan if you so wished to. The privacy in itself is worth the package rate that they have to offer. Fits 10 people comfortably and cleaning is included. And you start your vacation from the airport escorted. This location is so beautiful, you are going to have a first class vacation.

They even stock up the fridge for you .. ! now how awesome is that. So you don’t have to rush out to get some shopping or basic groceries done immediately but can start enjoying the villa instead. The comfort and services provided are impeccable. Good for those who wants to rejuvenate, from their corporate life, away from the crowd in the local hotels.

Arranging for a fishing expedition or deep sea fishing for the whole clan, and catching that trophy fish that the father-in-law had been thinking of his whole life..?? Contact the Dude, he is your man. Rates are reasonable! As for the ladies, you can arranged for a massage right at your balcony facing the sea. Now that’s life! what more can a woman ask for right..? Book on the internet and get that 15% discount for the villa.

Teach Them Young

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 11:14 pm

As first time parents, there are still loads of stuff that we don’t know and unlike an Asian mother-in-law.. mine never interfere with how we should bring up our brat nor insist that the brat should be doing this or that. Therefore, there is never a conflict between my in-laws and I… they pretty much respect our choice.

But that does not mean that we are complacent when it comes to disciplining the brat and I’ll have to say that we are doing a pretty good job. How so..?? she is very well behaved when she is out in the public. We started our grilling from young, therefore, the brat knows she is not to do certain things in public because it just isn’t our store or home. Sometimes, parents might think they are too young to understand.. but that’s not true.. they may not even acknowledge you at that moment .. but they remember .. for a long time. And if you keep at it, they will know not to do it. Is your child the same way too..?? well-behaved in public..??

Playing Dressed Up

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing, Beauty - Mama BoK @ 3:32 am

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Playing dressed up seems to be the “in” thing for the brat these days. She told me this afternoon.. that she was gonna dressed up.. and look “GORGEOUS”, so she “painted” her nails, put on her make up, her lipsticks, powder on her face, with hairband, necklace, sunglasses, watch, handbag and her princess slippers. But that’s not all, she wanted mummy to dress up too..!!! and took a picture of mummy all dressed up too.. but of course mummy donch look anything like this cheeky brat lah.. ! so i won’t frighten you all.. and post my picture.. muahahhaha!!

April 9, 2008

Don’t Jump Into The Shower, Mama !

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 9:58 pm

I told the little brat that I was jumping into the shower before we had to leave for our appointment this afternoon .. and she replied… “don’t jump into the shower, mama, you might hurt yourself..!” muahahahahhaha!!! so innocent, yet so smart eh..? Seriously, I don’t think I was that smart at 4 yrs old. But kids are way smarter than we were, I guessed it has to do with being in a different era, technology.. and what nots. Being a first time mama, I’m still quite overwhelmed at times… even after 4 yrs., what about you ..??

No Sleep For 2 Nights

Filed under: Health, Brat Stuff, Random Ranting, The Other Half - Mama BoK @ 7:09 pm

The last 2 nites.. the brat didn’t let us sleep at all. i only gotten 4 hrs of sleep one nite.. and PB was woken up .. all nite yesterday. She said she was having a bad dream… everytime we try to sneak back to bed. .she was up again.. waking us up. I think we got sick.. because we didn’t get enough rest. It was 11.06pm then.. and yet. .the brat was still talking a storm. Thus .. my MSN name… was ” PB Is Sick.. I Am Sick.. and I have a kid to SELL”..! So now you know why.. don’t get too alarm if you see that message often.

Educational Games..??

Filed under: Brat Stuff, Amusing/Musing - Mama BoK @ 12:03 pm

With games online for free, one has got to wonder how educational they are. Chloe goes alot onto Sesame Street and Elmo playground, and she is familiar with that site. We do leave her alone.. but I think that might be the wrong way to do it. I really think that all computer games be played and supervised with parents. But the problem with the brat is that if you are beside her … she suddenly become handicapped .. and wants you to help her in everything. But I want my brat to be smart and independent..!!!! I’m torn..!!! wat would you do..??

Free Web Directory

Filed under: Business/Career, Useful Links 101 - Mama BoK @ 1:46 am

The strongest free business and search engine friendly web directory that provide quality free web directory advertising is what Dirmania is all about. This directory of websites is organized by categories and anyone can submit for free each of your website and get listed in 24 hours. It is pretty simple but of course you have to meet certain requirements, which is perfectly understandable.

Those with small business like ours, will find this free advertising a real opportunity for our business to improve and reach out to your potential customers without costing a single cent. Every listing is a direct link and each website submitted may be reviewed and modified where necessary. And if you are looking for other quality business, you know which website directory you can find them on.

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