Category Archives: KIDS

Mother’s Day Should Be On a Monday

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Monki

The day after Mother’s Day is laden with chores that should have been done on Sundays. You know, the grocery shoppings, house cleaning, weeks-worth of lunch prepping, bascially the various errands done by Mothers on Sundays. I declare that Mother’s … Continue reading →

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Here’s Something for Santa… and His Reindeers

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Monki

Happy holidays, everyone! May you celebrate this holiday season with those you love and cherish. And above all, ENJOY it whenever and however you can!

Posted in HOME, KIDS, MUSING | Tagged being present, celebration, christmas, family, humor, Kids, Musing, R&R, raindeer, Santa | 4 Comments

Bedtime: Part Deux

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Monki

You know how in the movies, where parents would kiss their child good night, turn off the light, and walk out of the room peacefully undisturbed? Well, that scene never happens in my house. Bedtime routine in my house is at … Continue reading →

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Heroes During Bedtime

Posted on November 29, 2015 by Monki

10pm, Plum is still awake, happily chatting, while I desperately wish that she would just fall asleep. Me: Good night, Plum. Plum: Mommy when I grow up I want to make a mark in this world. Me: I see. Plum: … Continue reading →

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Motherhood Chronicle: Separation Anxiety, Mine

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Monki

First they let go of your bosom, then your goodbye kisses and hugs. I hate to fathom what will they give away next?!
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Worry Worm and Her Sun

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Monki

Conversation overheard this morning while I was running out the door to get to work: Plum: Daddy! Is the Earth going to become a Black Hole one day? MK: No, I don’t think so. I don’t think the mass of … Continue reading →

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Birthday Pictures: Mini Celebration

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Monki

My all-time favorite author, Haruki Murakami, has an anthology called “Birthday Stories“. I am re-reading it right now. This inspired me to start a post series called “Birthday Pictures”, where I keep a collection of photos from various birthday celebrations … Continue reading →

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The Thing About Babies

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Monki

I walked by a pair of young parents the other day. They were out with their infant baby in a stroller at a restaurant. The baby was fussing a bit. Parents tried to calm her down without success. The mother … Continue reading →

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She Wants to Bring Me Food

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Monki

she wanted to bring me the rest because I might like it Continue reading →

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Yosemite

Posted on June 20, 2015 by Monki

The Mandarin translation of Yosemit: 優勝美地, literally means superior winning beautiful land. And what an appropriate name for this gorgeous national treasure! The Monkey Clan spent a few days here to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary. Basking in the glory of … Continue reading →