Singapore Lifestyle/Mommy Blogger, Mandy Amaris Law (aka Mommywarrior77) share personal experience on Motherhood, Parenting, Relationships, Social Matters & Lifestyle content. Express To Inspire! =)
Let's talk about Pet Peeves. Most people know I'm friendly, warm, fun-loving with a sense of humor. LOL! But we all have some things that annoy us and these are the things that really bugs me, big time! My Top Pet Peeves are... 1)Lateness
OK, fashionable late is fine for some events. But sorry, I just can't stand people who are chronically late for everything! No one likes to wait. It's a terrible habit and they are always full of excuses! Well, time is precious and if you don't know what time is it? You need a watch. 2)Oversharing On Social Media / Flooding The Feeds So you got a new car, a new house and a new sweetheart, that's awesome! The next thing you see their posts/pictures flooding everywhere and every day. Roger! we got your attention loud and clear. 3) Poor Customer Service Customers are important. No one likes to be served with a bad attitude. Bad service brings bad reputation.(Duh!)
4) Skinny People Who Keep Saying They Are Fat This has to be my top biggest pet peeve. Hey sweetie, people can see that you are not fat.Telling everyone that you are fat is not going to make you slim anyway. If you are truly unhappy with your body, hit the gym, change your diet or do something. Attention seekers are never cool! 5) Lying & Empty Promises Everyone hates liars. If you have promised something, keep your words! If you can't be sure, then don't promise anything. I appreciate honesty a lot and I think honesty is the new sexy! 😘
6) Spammers
No one like to wake up to find 50 to 200 unread messages on their emails and WhatsApp...Wow! What's the commotion?
7) Shaking Legs I wonder why some people love shaking their legs. It looks so tiring and very unpleasant, not cute at all... 8) Chewing Food & Talking At The Same Time Pardon? Sorry? I can't hardly hear what they are saying with a mouth stuffed with food...I am more worried that they might choke on their food. Please take your time to swallow your food before you speak. 9) Cutting In Line Try standing for hours queuing for your favorite Bak Kwa (aka BBQ Jerky) and someone suddenly cut in the queue because they are 'in a hurry'. Hey stranger, try a better excuse next time! 10) Not Picking Up Calls Other than those unknown, suspicious callers and scam calls, etc.. (Ignore those calls) There must be a reason someone calls you. Please pick up the phone because it could be something urgent and important...Then why carry a phone when you don't intend to answer them? 11) Standing In The Middle Of The Crowd Or Walkway Don't you just hate it when someone stands right in the middle of a shopping crowd or the walkway, blocking the way and talking on their phone, moving so slowly as though no one exists? Very inconsiderate! 12) PDA (Public Display of Affection)
I'm totally cool with PDA and love expressions. (Awww...) I think it's kinda sweet but if the couple is overdoing it...Ok Lovebirds! Please get a room...and if you are in school uniforms, I'll be worried for you, kid!
13) Posting/Tagging Photos Without Your Consent
This is just rude! I respect privacy. Well, not everyone like sharing their personal photos to the world and why do they always have to tag those unglamorous photos? Oh geez!... 14) Channel Surfing It is so annoying when someone starts switching channels every few minutes when I'm watching a show. Please stop, my eyes hurt!
15) Bullies
Bullying is wrong and I have a low tolerance for any form of bullying...Be kind always, Peace! ✌
...So that's about all but don't worry, I'm still a nice person overall.😙 Hey, let me know what are your pet peeves?Comment below or write to me. Till then, stick around lovelies! 😎 Blogger Mommywarrior77
Mama, As I flip through the old photo albums again, it brings back so many random memories... I still remember how you pat me to sleep every night...you must be so tired, I was such a clingy child! I remember you will always buy my favorite Ice-cream when I asked for one. I always get the biggest cone! I remember you took care of me when I was sick for weeks. I know you were so worried, so exhausted...You didn't get much sleep and had to get up early to work every day. I remember you were peeping through the windows to check on me, during my first day of school. I know you were as nervous as me...
I remember you rushed down to school when you forgot about my pocket money for recess. I could never forget that anxious look on your face. I remember the day I got hurt and injured my leg. You were shaken and helpless when you saw me screaming in pain. You rushed me to the nearest clinic. I know you were crying inside and it breaks your heart to see the bandage on my leg.
I remember that night you cried silently in your room when I didn't get good grades for my exams. I'm sorry that I let you down, I'm sorry that I made you cry, but please believe that I really tried... I remember you warned me about the boys! You would nag all day and wait for me at the void deck when I came home late. I was mad at you for being controlling and overly protective but I know you did that because you care for me and want me to be home safe. I know you will always protect me and watch my back! I remember you were hiding at the backstage during my performance in a singing contest. I saw you in the crowd later, smiling at me with a big thumb up when I made it to the finals. I think I made you proud that day! I remember you were so happy for me when I got my driving license when I was 19, I took you out for a spin and we had a great celebration! I remember you held my hands tightly, the day I got married...I saw the happy tears in your eyes during the tea ceremony, but I know you felt very emotional that day...
Mama, I know how much you love me, you have done so much over the years that I could never possibly list everything down here. No matter what I have done, you forgive me and you never give up on me! You always encourage me and give me support. You are always there to share my happiness and sadness. Life was tough on you but you fought bravely and conquered the battles. I admire your strength and courage... You have taught me to be strong, to be positive and never to give up in life! You have a heart of gold. You taught me to be kind, selfless and to help others in need. You have raised me well and built a warrior in me! I have become a stronger and braver person today because of you. I will always teach my children the way you taught me. Your hair has turned grey and your hands are wrinkled now, but in my eyes...you are always that beautiful and caring Angel who will always protect me and keep me safe from harm. Thank you so much for believing in me and taking good care of me. I'm truly grateful for your unconditional love, kindness, guidance and support.
No words or gifts can ever repay your love but still, I want to say a big thank you for everything you have done. You will always be my hero! Someone whom I look up to...I Love You, Mama!
I am writing this blog to express my appreciation and gratitude to my dear Mama for Mother's Day and I dedicate this to all the amazing mothers out there who truly deserve the highest respect and affirmation for their hard work and sacrifices. Motherhood is one of the most challenging job in the world but a very rewarding one as well.
Mother's Day is just a few days away but you can show love any day, any time! You don't have to wait for Mother's day to buy her a gift, give her a treat or take her out for a meal... Everyday can be Mother's Day too! 😉 Pick up the phone, give your Mom a call..give her a big warm hug and tell her how much you love her! That would be the sweetest and a priceless gift for every mother! Happy Mother's Day! Have a beautiful day filled with love, laughter and lots of cuddles! 👸😍💕🌷 Share this post to all the Supermoms in the world.. With love & blessings! ♥️
Let's face it! In this society and the generation that we are living today, competition is everywhere around us...In school, at work, in a job interview, etc. Therefore, learning is essential for everyone! Good education systems and resources are very important for our future generations.
In my opinion, competitions aren't always negative and stressful... Sometimes, it can be a form of motivation to strive better. Everyone aims for the best and no one like to fail. The more knowledge and skills you have, the better chance to succeed and achieve your goals. As parents, we want the best for our children. Don't we? Since the day they were born, we are constantly teaching them to walk, talk, write, read, helping them to build up their motor skills with educational toys and learning tools in their early years. We send our children to school to learn different subjects, languages, moral values and social skills that would help them in their adulthood in the years to come. I am sure every parent want their child to shine like a star, to have a bright future and hope they'll be successful in life.
Parents and teachers play an important role in a child's learning journey. As a work-at-home mum, I'm always looking for good learning materials for my little ones. I encourage my children to learn as much as they can. That way, they can excel, explore new things, to discover their potential and talents. My job as a parent is to give my children the best support they need, guide them in life and help them build a good attitude in learning. I'm glad that with the advanced technology and resources we have today, there are many helpful educational materials to make learning fun and interesting for both children & adults. The mind of a child is full of curiosity, they are always eager to explore and learn. Children are attracted to bright colors, funny faces and colorful pictures, that is why cartoons are their top favorite channels. So, with the right educational tools, learning can be full of joy and excitement. I recently came across an interesting website with lots of cool themed worksheets that are customized for children in different age groups. They sent me some worksheets the other day and I would like to share with my readers. There are many lovely designs and different types of worksheets on their website (eg: maze, puzzles, games, mathematics, word tracer and more...) I think the kids would love them!
These worksheets can help the kids to improve their spelling, grammars, vocabulary, writing skills and penmanship as well. Afterall, practice makes perfect! 😉 I teach my son spelling every week. (He is Primary 2 this year) I guide him to write proper sentences in his compositions and to speak with confidence during his Show & Tell presentation in school and..........Happiness is when your child brings home his Spelling test with a full score! (10/10) Well done, Son! Mummy is very proud of you! Keep up the good work! 😘👍 Personally, I'm not one who focus too much on academic results. For me, I believe life is more than just getting good grades, there are things like morality and EQ that are equally important. However, I believe in learning as much as possible, to gain knowledge. I want my kids to enjoy learning every day and have a pleasant school life. As I mentioned in my earlier blog, education is indeed important because the world needs future doctors, scientists, lawyers, engineers, etc..
Knowledge is power! Knowledge comes from learning and leaders never stop learning. Education is the key ingredient to achieve long term success!
Every child deserves the best education! Whether you are a parent or a teacher...I believe we share the same goal, to improve our children's lives and to build a better future.
Help your kids strengthen their summer spelling knowledge with this spelling test! For more spelling resources, visit Education.com!
Have you ever wonder why do Mummies carry a big bag when they are out with the little ones? Children are messy, they are very active, maybe a little clumsy too, they are curious about everything and always eager to explore... Sometimes, they get all dirty while eating, playing, running around and they may even get hurt during outdoor activities... So if you have a child below 5 years old, I do think it is still necessary to bring the Mummy Bag along but don't worry, the good news is...the bag gets lighter as the kids grow older. (Thank goodness!) My hubby often teased me for being a 'Doraemon', (Say whaat?!..🙄) I'm sure everyone knows the Robot Cat, Doraemon who has everything in his magic pocket. Well yeah, I guess my bag has almost everything too. Anyways, I don't mind such nickname since Doraemon is pretty adorable, witty and intelligent too. How appropriate, dear! 😁
My son is 8 this year and my daughter is 3.5yo now, she doesn't need the stroller anymore so I use a regular tote bag or a sling bag to put all the important stuff whenever I take them out. Well, you'll never know when you need those things and I feel more secure when I have these precious items in my bag all the time. My friends always feel safe when Mama 'Doraemon' is around. Haha! Nah...I don't really care if people laughed at me for carrying all this stuff because I'd rather be teased at, than rushing to the nearest convenience store just to grab some wet wipes, medicated cream or plasters that you desperately need them immediately...and what if there is no pharmacy or a mini-mart anywhere near you!😱 Oh no... I may start to panic so I would avoid such anxiety and unnecessary drama.
I believe the mothers would definitely feel more safe and secure when we have these handy items in our Mummy Bag anytime we need them and I prefer to call it "A Bag Of Love."
...So these are what I have in my bag :
☑️ Wet Wipes + Tissues Practice good hygiene is so important. No parents would want the kids to get sick because it's a nightmare taking care of an unwell and cranky child. These are compulsory items in my bag, they are very handy when you can't find a washroom nearby or during picnics and outdoor activities.
☑️ Sanitizer Germs are everywhere. It's always good to keep your hands clean. This is one of the top items that I MUST have everywhere I go. Sometimes, I even bring two bottles just in case I lost it! ☑️ Repellent Patch + Citronella Oil Mosquito bites are nasty! I bring these along because we do a lot of outdoors activities quite often. I always bring extra so I can share it with my friends or give it to anyone who needs it. Buzz off, Mozzies! ☑️ Water Bottles I always remind the kids to drink more water. Our body needs H2O to stay healthy and hydrated. ☑️ Light Jacket / Sweater / Extra Clothings / Caps I pack a set of extra clothing and jackets only when we are out the whole day but if it's only a few hours outing or shopping trips,etc.. I just bring their caps along.
☑️ Disposable Raincoat I never like to carry an umbrella...I prefer disposable raincoats and they are very useful on rainy days. ☑️ Recycle Bag Sometimes, we drop by to the library to borrow some books and I may need to get some groceries on the way home so I always bring 1 or 2 recycle shopping bags. They are light, waterproof and eco-friendly too.👍 ☑️ Medicated Oil / Antiseptic Cream / Vicks / Plasters I bring these along just in case...I hope we don't need to use them. ☑️ Kids Cologne Who doesn't like to smell fresh and pleasant all day... ☑️ Portable Rechargeable Fan It's really hot out there! I need the fans because my kids perspire easily and sometimes they get moody when the weather is too hot. We have Summer throughout the year, in Singapore! ☑️ Snacks My daughter loves snacking. The snacks help to distract and comfort her when she whines! They are my lifesaver!Lol..But too much snacking is bad, so get only healthy snacks! ☑️ Pocket Toys These mini puzzles keep them entertained during long bus rides.I rarely bring electronics devices when we are out because I don't want the kids to be addicted and expose too much screen time. Actually, these toys are pretty cool and fun too. I really love them!
As you can see, almost all the items in the Mummy Bag are for our little ones. The children are always the priorities, therefore, the Mummy Bag becomes a part of our regular accessories... So please don't fuss or laugh at the Mummies for packing all these stuff because we do it all for LOVE...just making sure the kids are well and safe always! Hey Mummies, did I miss out any precious items? Let me know what other things you have, in your bag of love...😉 Till then...Happy Mothering! 💗 Blogger Mommywarrior77
Everyone has dreams and goals in life. I love motivational speech. When I hear success and life-changing stories of people from all walks of life. It broadens my perspectives and inspired me to achieve my goals. Words create deep impact....and many times, one good advice could change your life.
So the question is, how do we achieve the goals? I have never seen or heard of anyone who only talks and is successful without any planning and hard work, so the point is to put your dreams/goals into actions with the right strategies. I read many stories about successful people and I realized that these people have similar traits ; -They have positive visions. -They are open to new ideas. -They are strong-willed. -They think out of the box. -They have great self-motivation skills. Indeed, self-motivation is really important in our daily life. It is a skill to help you push yourself to move forward and keep on trying even after you failed many times.
Do you still remember when you first learn how to ride the bicycle? At first, you wobbled, trying to find the balance and was so afraid to fall...but as you keep trying (after a few falls) and learning to balance yourself, the bike moves steadily in your speed when you take full control. That is the same theory for success, to motivate yourself and achieving your goals eventually. I will share my personal advice on how I motivate and encourage myself to achieve my dreams/goals.😉 1) Don't be afraid to fail I know failure sucks!...everyone experience rejection at some point in life and failure is part of life journey but each time you failed, you learn something new. No one is a true failure until they choose to quit! Even one of the most successful entrepreneur, Jack Ma (Alibaba Group) got rejected 30times. So don't feel discouraged, keep trying and never give up!
2) Have a concrete plan Know your strength and understand what you are good at, it doesn't matter if it is a short or long-term plan. A plan is the first baby step in reaching your goals. Like my teacher used to say..."If you fail to plan, you plan to fail!" That is true! Without a plan or strategy to work on your goals, it's like a ship cruising in the ocean without a destination. 3) Read Knowledge is power! Well, I have to admit I'm not a huge fan of books, but I love reading motivational & inspirational books because it makes me feel positive about life, it boost up my self-confidence and morales as well. The more knowledge and positivity you feed your brain, the more motivated you are! 4) Learn from successful people You don't have to follow exactly what they did or start making crazy investments but understand the KEY ingredients that generate good results and success. 5) Don't waste time Take the first step. You may have great ideas/plans for years but if you don't make the first step to work for your goals, these dreams will never turn to reality. You can sit all day, playing your computer games and wish for something great to happen or you can take the first step and make things happen! Don't wait for tomorrow, start now! It is your life, your future and the choice is yours.
6) Open to new ideas and explore new opportunities
I was in Sales & Marketing and Customer Service industry for many years before I got married. I never thought I would be a blogger one day, but it's a great honor and I was over the moon when I got Google Adsense approval within a week after one application. It is every blogger's dream to get Google Adsense approval to serve the ads on their blogs/websites. There you go! Anything is possible! 7) Have a positive attitude Without a good and positive attitude, no one can truly be successful in the long run, in any industry, etc..It's ok to feel emotional in different situations but once you sort out your emotions...Learn to pick yourself up fast and keep moving forward. Train your mind to be positive, even if you failed, it's not the end of the world! You can always try again. 8) Learn new skills Learning is a great way to exercise your brain and keep the brain cells active, it is very rewarding when you pick up new skills and gaining new knowledge. In my opinion, no one is too old to learn anything, if you want to do it!
9) Don't complain too much It's perfectly fine to grumble and vent out your frustrations sometimes, but too much complains make you feel bitter, demoralized and it's a waste of time! If you are really unhappy about something, change it or improve it! Feeling sorry for yourself will never help you achieve anything. 10) Patience This is one of the biggest challenges for most people but you really need to give yourself time to see some good results. Don't expect a fat paycheck or instant revenue immediately, it doesn't work that way! Every success takes time whatever your goals are. Rome wasn't built in a day and a baby needs 9months to be ready to see the world.
The journey of life is a learning experience. We are constantly learning and exploring new things every day since the day we were born...Learning to crawl, walk, talk and mature gradually... I don't believe in taking short-cuts, I believe that hard work, perseverance and determination are the spirits of success. No one can guarantee your success even when you follow all the great advice from famous and successful people, but sensible advice and suggestions are good strategies to motivate you to achieve the goals.
I am not an expert or a guru in giving advice. I have failed many times and I've learned many things the hard way but that made me a stronger and wiser person I am today.
I strongly believe..where there is a will, there is a way! I don't think I am successful yet but I'm striving to improve myself every day and I'm proud of myself for the achievements that I worked for, over the years.
Self-motivation is not always easy, we are humans and sometimes we breakdown, we feel depressed and lost...but despite all these challenges and setbacks, we have to master the skill of self-motivation and it goes a long way because in the end, you are the one who has to motivate yourself in life and no one else can do it for you.
Make plans for the future. Set goals, dream big and stay focused. Always believe in yourself and work hard to achieve success! Who knows one day you could be standing on the stage, giving a powerful speech to motivate others and share your success stories.
Last but not least...always remind yourself these golden words! " I Can, I Must, I Will "
Sharing is caring! Feel free to share this blog and spread words of motivation to inspire others! 👍 Blogger Mommywarrior77
Well, that's a very interesting question...because we all have different perspectives and definitions of LOVE.
For me, LOVE is a sweet feeling that makes your heart skip a beat! You think about that special someone all the time, you feel excited and maybe a little head over heels every time you see him/her. Love is wanting that person to be happy and safe always. Love is definitely what you do, rather than what you say because actions don't lie and that's my notion about Love.💕
People say life is like a movie and since Feb is a month of Love and Valentine's Day is just a few days away. Let's talk about romance movies today. Besides horror, thriller, comedy... I'm a big fan of love/romance movies too! Ok, I gotta' admit I'm a hopeless romantic! LOL! I strongly believe in love...not because I've never been hurt nor I believe in fairytale relationships etc.. but it's because my heart don't lie when I fall in love... Here's a list of my favorite love/romance movies : 1) Titanic I have to put this one FIRST on the list because I've watched it at least 5 times, some scenes still make me cry today. "I'll never let go, Jack!" and my heart will go on...Pass me some tissues, please!
2) The Best Of Me Perhaps this movie may remind you of your high school sweetheart.
3) Jerry Maguire Tom Cruise is one of my favorite actors and I never forget that famous line from the movie. "You complete me...You had me at hello!" Awww...
4) Ghost A Supernatural romance movie... Til death do us part!
5) Moulin Rouge I love that song "Come What May" Nicole Kidman looked stunning and elegant in her diamond costume. 6)There's Something About Mary All the guys tried so hard to get Mary and the best man won her love in the end. 7) Love Actually "To me, you are perfect! " My favorite quote from the movie...Sweet!
8) What Women Want Ok guys! please go and watch this movie if you want to know what women Really want.😙 9) Shallow Hal
I guess size/body shapes doesn't matter when you found true love. 10) The Wedding Singer This one is sure to make you laugh and feel touched when Robbie (Adam Sandler) sang the song, "I wanna' grow old with you" on the plane. How sweet!...
Let me know what's your favorite romance/love movies? Time to Netflix and Chill... To Love & Be Loved! Happy weekend folks! 😘 Blogger Mommywarrior77
