Category Archives: HOME

An Angeleno’s Rite of Passage

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Monki

We finally did it!  Made it official and became true Angelenos.  We did a three-week “detox” program. My life as a physician-researcher-book-editor-radiosurgery-director-mother-wife (in no particular order, mind you) required all of my time.  I was up to five cups of … Continue reading →

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It Was A Long Way To Get Them Apples

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Monki

The Monkey clan went apple picking today.  It was sort of a spur of the moment thing.  We wanted to get out of the city, be with Nature, and have fun! To a New York expat, Fall is associated with … Continue reading →

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First Kiss

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Monki

Plumster asked me this morning, “Mommy, do you remember when Daddy kissed you for the first time?” Me, not knowing where this was going, thus did not want to divulge:  Maybe…not really. Plumster:  Well, were you pleasantly shocked? Me:  Yes, … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Monkey King

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Monki

Monkey King has been trying to teach our little Baby Monkey various life lessons since she was born. When she was a day-old newborn, MK was enlisted as part of our nursing team.  His job was to tickle her feet when she fell … Continue reading →

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This is NOT One of Those Days

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Monki

Ever have those days where everything is caught up: the refrigerator is adequately stocked with meats and fresh veggies and drinks for everyone; clothes laundered and neatly folded and put away; patient charts all updated and questions answered; email replied; … Continue reading →

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Confession of a Taiwanese Mother

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Monki

Chinese New Year is upon us! I feel lonely every year during this time ever since I had a family of my own.  I put in a ton of effort celebrating Thanksgiving with my 8 course homemade Thanksgiving meals.   A month later, Christmas!  … Continue reading →

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All I Want for Christmas

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Monki

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With the kids jingle belling.  And everyone telling you ‘Be of good cheer’.  It’s the most wonderful time of the year!’ The speaker in the mall happily chimes on the Harrry Connick … Continue reading →

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Fabrics N Things: The Misdomestication of Monki

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Monki

Fabrics and I have a very casual, almost platonic relationship. I don’t manipulate or alter them by cutting, sewing, embroidering, or stitching.  Let’s face it, I don’t even iron them.  Yes, I launder and, more often than not, dry clean … Continue reading →

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EATS: Taco Soup (Birthday Dinner for Monkey King!)

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Monki

MK is turning 39 this week!  To celebrate his birthday, I am making his favorite cuisine: Mexican food. My cooking style is pretty eclectic.  I make decent pan seared scallops, halibut fish sticks, bolognese sauce a la Mario Batali style, seafood paella, … Continue reading →

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Rela-Fun Camp!

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Monki

True to her name, our baby monkey fell from the (what else!) monkey bars three weeks ago and broke the wrist and elbow of her dominant arm.  She has been restricted from physical education, recess in the playground, swimming, beach, … Continue reading →

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