From Journey to Joy: Our Home Relocation Update🏡

                   

It's Been A Long Time Coming…

 
Dear family and friends,
 
Finallyyy! I am delighted to share some wonderful news. My family and I have officially moved in and settled comfortably into our new residence. This home upgrade gives us more space, greater comfort, and a lovely fresh start, a meaningful new chapter we welcome with deep appreciation and excitement.
 
The journey to get here was not easy. We faced many challenges, obstacles and long delays due to various situations and unforeseen circumstances, but through patience and perseverance, we finally made it! All the effort feels completely worthwhile now that we are settled in this wonderful new home, ready to create beautiful memories and embrace new chapters.

And what feels even better? Our new house and renovations are fully paid. No housing loan, no outstanding payments, no debts, and no monthly repayments to worry about. (*We prefer to settle everything once and for all.) It brings us such peace of mind and a true sense of financial stability, knowing we achieved this goal entirely on our own. 

Property and housing is pretty expensive here but through steady hard work, careful planning and investing wisely, we have reached where we are today. This is a milestone we built over years and we hold it deeply with humble gratitude. 

               

                 

If you know me well, you will know that I prefer not to trouble others, so we managed everything completely by ourselves, without seeking any help or support from our families or friends. Honestly, that is also something I am truly proud of and it's indeed the most rewarding outcome after years of efforts, sacrifices, and long waiting. Buying a new house is one of the best decision I've ever made! 😎

Our children are absolutely thrilled! They love their new bedrooms. The neighborhood is warm, friendly, and full of vibrant energy. Such a joyful place for our whole family to grow and thrive! It feels so much more relaxing and peaceful here...I have already made new friends and feel genuinely welcomed and connected. I truly believe a positive, healthy environment nurtures both growth and well-being.
 
A massive shout-out goes to our amazing and hardworking property agent, Mr D. (You know who you are!😉) Our previous house was sold within 2 months. Thank you so much for securing such a great offer and closing the deal quickly and efficiently. Your professionalism and excellent service truly deserve recognition and appreciation.
 
Our renovation went smoothly and stress-free, we are endlessly thankful that every part of the work was completed right on schedule.

 

Keep Rolling - Heng, Ong, Huat! 🍍🍍🍍

To welcome peace and blessings to our new home, we followed tradition and rolled the pineapple as part of our simple door-opening ritual before renovation. It was quite fun and rather hilarious. We found ourselves giggling and laughing as we rolled the pineapple through every room! 😄

Some of my friends have been asking and wondering if we’ve moved yet, so I think it’s time to share some updates about my relocation and why I have been so busy. Moving house is incredibly time-consuming. The transition takes so much dedication, hard work, supervision, and coordination, from housing paperwork to packing, moving and renovations, etc. The past few months were extremely busy and exhausting, but also joyful and fulfilling as we decorated and furnished our new home. (*More photos & videos will be shared in private group chats later.)

(*P.S. — Pardon me if I missed some lovely events, parties, celebrations, and media invitations over the past few months. My schedule has been fully occupied with these tasks since early this year, but I look forward to connecting with everyone again soon! 😘

Best Birthday Celebration This Year! 🎂
 
We have officially relocated and settled into our new home in early June, just as planned. Since June is also my birthday month, this beautiful new home stands as one of my greatest blessings. It gave me one of the most special and best birthday celebrations this year. Truly unforgettable! 🎁

     

Dreams Do Come True! (Slowly but Surely)

Moving home is a long and tedious process, it’s a huge commitment that needs sensible planning, endless patience, great attention to detail, and so much persistence but...Great Things Are Worth Waiting For! 😎✌️ 

To everyone working towards their dream home : Never Give Up! 💪 We waited patiently for years, with very little help along the way, but we overcame every challenge and made it happen. Your dream home, joyful moments, and wonderful abundance are absolutely worth waiting and striving for.

 💌 You’re Cordially Invited!

And hey… please mark your calendars! I will be preparing and sending out exclusive private invitations very soon, along with some sweet little tokens for our guests, so please keep an eye out for yours! We seriously can’t wait to give our VIP guests a full house tour and celebrate a wonderful housewarming together! 🥳

Now that I have completed one of the biggest and toughest projects - Our home relocation, I can finally breathe easier, take things slower, and focus on other goals. I now have more time for my hobbies and enjoy simple leisure. I am settling into this sense of stability, enjoying every moment in my new home, and moving at my own gentle pace.

 

 
  

   

     

 

        

 

     

Here’s a toast to our lovely new home, this vibrant neighborhood, and all the happy days ahead! May this fresh chapter be full of love, laughter, and beautiful new memories for my family! 🥂👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏠

 

*Remarks :

Sincere thanks to everyone who encouraged us along this journey. Every kindness means a lot to me and we truly appreciate the reliable services that made this relocation possible and right on schedule. No words can explain how I feel. My heart is full! 🥰 -*A special announcement by Author : Mandy Law (Aka Mommywarrior77)

Exclusive Blog : The Face Modeling Project

They say a promise is a promise, and though I pledged to this project as a favor to a friend, I never expected this one to turn out quite so beautifully...

A Special Partnership

When a close friend asked me to be the face model for an exclusive project, I agreed without hesitation despite my busy schedule. I am always ready to support a friend’s craft and their freelance business. Beyond that, I was yearning for a new look and loved the opportunity to explore something different.

 

                        

                         *Video - After completion :

                             

A Few Hours Later...

The transformation is honestly wild and incredible, I have to admit it's a total leap out of my comfort zone. The hair is bold, and the color is definitely not something I’d usually go for, but you know what? I absolutely love it! It feels so refreshing to try something this different and just have fun with it!

To complete the vibe, the makeup is refined and stunning. I’m obsessed with the lip gloss and the overall feel of the look. It’s polished, ethereal, and fits the aesthetic perfectly. This creation has truly transformed me. I still find myself blushing every time I catch my reflection in the mirror! 🤭

             

My dear friend, EL made a thoughtful arrangement by coming to my place with two assistants to suit my schedule. I completely handed over my trust to his creation and after about 5 hours of work - Specifically on hair coloring, highlights, styling and photo shooting, the results were beyond their expectations! 

 

Thank You For This Special Opportunity!💖

EL offered a generous token for my time, which was completely unnecessary given our long friendship and my commitment to the project. However, I truly appreciate the kind gesture. Frankly, I’m just happy to be a part of such a wonderful project and I'm so glad that everything went exactly as planned.

 

A Work Of Art...

Never underestimate the power of a transformation. Between the layers of color and the details in the styling, I realized that hair and makeup aren't just about a 'new look'. They enhance your inner spark and beauty! Personally, I believe anyone can be a masterpiece, and this transformation reminded me that everyone have a bold new side waiting to be unlocked and sometimes, all it takes is the right touch to bring it to light! ✨️💖

      

Good Job Team!👍

Overall, it was a truly fun and rewarding experience. I feel overwhelmed and deeply inspired, and I will always cherish these special moments! 

Huge love and a massive thanks to the entire team for your hard work, creativity and dedication, it was a great honour and privilege working along with skilled professionals.

Wishing this project a great success and wonderful recognition ahead! 😎🥂

*Credits and Thanks : 

This is a paid partnership for an exclusive face modeling project. Immense gratitude and shout-out to EL & Team for the amazing Hairwork and Makeup. - Written By Author : Mandy Law (aka Mommywarrior77)

Bye Bye 2019, Hello 2020! 🎉

Wow! I can't believe 2019 will be over soon and we are stepping into the next decade...So, how has your year been? 


Every December is a time I do some self-reflection and write down my new year's resolution.


Well, 2019 has been a very busy and challenging year for me, however, there are many business opportunities, rewards for the hard work and incidents that help broaden my perspectives about life and I learn to be more appreciative of the people around me.


Despite the busy schedule this year, one of my biggest accomplishments for 2019 is forming a Ukulele Jamming/Interest Group that I named it, 'UkerManics'. I feel very honored to teach Ukulele at the RC and bringing music to our neighborhood.

As a founder and the leader of the group, I am very excited and look forward to the upcoming New Year's Day performance with my fellow members. I can't wait to perform on stage again and I hope the group would expand in the near future.


Today, I wrote down some things that I hope to achieve in 2020. Personally, I believe in planning ahead and setting goals every year because that helps me to stay focused and motivate myself to be better, 

so here's the ultimate list...😊 


Mandy New Year's Resolution for 2020 :

 1. Spend more time with my family & people I love
 2. Learn a new skill
 3. Do more sports
 4. More vacations
 5. Have more patience
 6. Less nagging. (LOL!😅)
 7. Sleep early / Get more beauty sleep
 8. Write new songs
 9. Do what I love
10. Live a happier & healthier life
  


Looking back at 2019, I realized that every mistake and setback in life is an experience and a lesson learned. Indeed, "Sometimes You Win, Sometimes You LEARN!" 

Whatever unhappiness that happened this year, let's learn to LET GO and move on. Let bygones be bygones... Life still goes on everyday being happy or sad, so don't carry unnecessary 'baggage' into the new year.


I hereby take this opportunity for a shout-out to thank my dear friends/buddies for being there for me...Thank you all for listening to my silly vents and woes! (You know who you are) I know you guys will be reading my blog anyway...


I hope 2020 will be a better year for all. Here's wishing everyone a wonderful new year filled with new hope, new joy, and new beginnings.

The kids are starting school in a few day's time so Mommy's gonna' be busy again...Till then, take care, all the best and cheers to a Happy 2020!


What's your new year's resolution? 
Share with me and comment below. 😉


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Things You Should Never Say To A Mom 🚫

Motherhood is challenging and stressful. Whether you are a new mom or an experienced mom, we all know it's never easy to raise a child. There will be struggles, tears and sacrifices... Being a mother is fulfilling but it's also a strenuous job, both emotionally and physically.


Words are powerful weapons and the last thing a mom need is someone making her feel bad about herself. 


Give the mother some support, words of encouragement instead of criticism and judgments. So before you make a remark, try to avoid insensitive, unkind and hurtful phrases that may upset the mothers.


Things You Should Never Say To Moms :

"You look so tired."

Mothers are tired. Especially those with newborns or younger children without any helpers or nannies/in-laws/childcare, etc. Most mothers don't get enough sleep every day. They are always busy attending to their kids, cleaning up the house, fixing meals and running daily errands, etc. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or working moms, there are days you don't look your best. There is no need to remind them how tired or messy their hair looks.


"When are you having another child?"

Having a child is a personal decision. There are many important things to consider when you are planning for another baby.  

Whenever someone asks me to try for #3, I floored! (Are you serious?) Yes! I love children but that doesn't mean I want a 'dozen' lol. When I think about pregnancy, the awful morning sickness and the horrible contractions. Oh no! I am very sure I'm done with childbirth. Two is just enough. Thank you very much! 😁


"You should breastfeed longer..."
Breastfeeding is exhausting and it's not always easy for mothers. It can be quite embarrassing when the milk leaks in public and sometimes you can't find a nursing room to feed your hungry baby, so it's not always convenient to breastfeed on demand. 

We know 'Breast Is Best' but there are many valid reasons why some mothers don't breastfeed longer, we should respect their decisions and STOP mom-shaming. It is OK to give the baby formula, that doesn't make you are a bad mother. I breastfeed for 15months, though it isn't very long, but I think I did fine. 


"Why are your kids so skinny/chubby...What did you feed them?" 
Oh my gosh! This is one of the most annoying and rude remarks to a mother. Not all children eat anything that is served on the table. Many kids are fussy and picky eaters. I am sure all mothers feed their children with nutrition because we want our children to grow strong and healthy, but some kids just aren't good eaters. I used to stress a lot about their weight but now I came to understand that being healthy is more important than the numbers on the scale! 


"Sleep when the baby sleeps..."
Ermm...I hear this all the time but it's not always possible. In fact, when the baby sleeps, it's the best time to do some house chores, have a quick meal, pump out the milk and take a shower etc...When my kids were babies, they sleep in the cot and I would watch them sleep, to make sure they are safe and secure. Personally, I don't feel comfortable to sleep when the baby sleeps, especially when they are still little. 


"Your house is a Toys'R'us! " (LOL)

That is one hilarious remark I've heard! When you have small children at home, toys are everywhere...and when the kids get bored with old toys...Parents, grandparents, relatives start buying more toys to keep the little ones entertained. (Welcome to our toyland, please feel free to look around and make yourself at home!😁) 


"Your child cries a lot!"
No mothers want to hear that from anyone. It's really heartbreaking and distressing when a child cries! The helpless mom could be feeling scared, frustrated and trying her best to stop the crying drama! That remark doesn't serve anything, it only create more anxiety and make the mother panic! 


"Don't spoil the kids!"
OK, that one makes sense and I get the point, but trust me, it's easy to say than done! We love our children and we want to give them the best, don't we? In my opinion, protecting the children, giving them love and attention is never spoiling a child, but that's just me.


"Kids will be kids..."
Well yeah! I know that's true but that doesn't mean we should condone bad behavior. Discipline is an important part of parenting. Well, say for example, if your child got badly hurt or bullied by other kids and the parent tells you, "Kids will be kids..." Wow! how would you feel? 

Bad conduct/behavior is unacceptable and should not be ignored. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach our kids what's right and wrong.

"Stop worrying so much about your kids!"

The moment you become a mother, the worries never stop! You may worry lesser, but you will still be worried about the kids, always!...

My dear mama still worried about me when I skipped meals and when I didn't reply to her text messages. Typically, a mother never stops worrying. Maternal love, I suppose...❤️


Sometimes, words might seem unintentional and harmless to you but it matters to others, so be tactful for the choice of words you use.

...and if you are not sure what to say to a mother, always praise her for the hard work and tell her she is doing a great job! Be supportive and gracious always! 😘


So Mommies, what are some interesting remarks you have heard? Share with me and comment below. 


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