tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21377764696940048892024-03-14T02:26:16.614+08:00Joy 'N' Escapadejoycescapade.com features the collection of all things pregnancy, mommyhood, and baby/toddler.Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.comBlogger3308125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-20698982782888764322024-03-01T19:50:00.002+08:002024-03-01T19:50:49.230+08:008 Smart Tips That You Can Use to Manage Your Online Study Time<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbezQwx6hCdsBLMZIbYG_Mg2WkLobU3npydm7xKPJ_s2DWTXcFojm-0RDwh8aKXMWu7xpOtbHOwAVdIPDXVO8LLIaMQUUCZ0EokPYt4kKcx_vTusdi8XoNk8NwMGKaHARR0CNkgOBXNeECv24EzX7dpRSWvif4EEMTty9d3i4RiJ6fNujFVFgpKHV1f6W/s1640/online-studying.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbezQwx6hCdsBLMZIbYG_Mg2WkLobU3npydm7xKPJ_s2DWTXcFojm-0RDwh8aKXMWu7xpOtbHOwAVdIPDXVO8LLIaMQUUCZ0EokPYt4kKcx_vTusdi8XoNk8NwMGKaHARR0CNkgOBXNeECv24EzX7dpRSWvif4EEMTty9d3i4RiJ6fNujFVFgpKHV1f6W/s16000/online-studying.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In today's digitally-driven world, managing your online study time is a crucial skill for academic success. With the abundance of
distractions just a click away, effective time management techniques are
essential to maintain focus, productivity, and ultimately, achieve your
learning goals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Whether you're navigating virtual classrooms, online
lectures, or self-paced courses, finding the right balance between
studying and other online activities is key to optimizing your
educational experience.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">By implementing strategies tailored to your
individual needs and preferences, you can harness the power of
technology to enhance your learning journey while avoiding the pitfalls
of procrastination and digital overload.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are 8 smart tips that you can use to manage your online study time.</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">#1 - Find a Right Study Space</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Find an ideal study space to cultivate a positive mindset and enhance your motivation conducive for studying. Take into consideration these factors: comfortable seating, adequate lighting, minimal noise.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#2 - Devices & Internet</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Ensure that your study devices such as laptop, tablet or smartphone are working well and your internet connectivity is stable. If you plan to study on the go, ensure your devices are fully charged or pack along portable charging devices.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#3 - Study Planner</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Keep a study planner to allocate time commitment for each course/subject to ensure you don’t find yourself rushing at the last minute.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#4 - Study Notes</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Taking notes while attending online classes is an effective and helpful way to capture key points for quick reference during revision later.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#5 - Break Tasks Down</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Understand your course schedule, along with the required resources, and create a study timetable that breaks down tasks into manageable segments.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#6 - Seek Support</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">You’re not alone. Reach out to relevant personnel for help, support, and advice regarding academic and non-academic challenges that you face throughout your course.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#7 - Pace Yourself</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Take a moment to step back and acknowledge that it’s okay to take time-off throughout your study journey. Save your energy for when you can fully commit to your studies on another day.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">#8 - Self Care First</span></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Never doubt your abilities even on difficult days. Reward yourself for your hard work with small treats and celebrations to acknowledge your accomplishments. <br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> </span></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">Download the Infographic</span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfi1hbKoJ3_BWtYGFtPp8U27Y2j_ncrA9ds-4finOD0JGrOaFkiHo-bUcTyT5khyRuzfkECfSP2zfIjx62_C4dcHStarUl1gUXNP5fXOkSDeisvuVTGTNdivNBFMhaAP9XjNvVf2EU6B62-wIs-Tv8l6LvpLdbqY9IeCuUgfBbzwScoXcTuLy_RoHlN8t/s2245/online-study-tips.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfi1hbKoJ3_BWtYGFtPp8U27Y2j_ncrA9ds-4finOD0JGrOaFkiHo-bUcTyT5khyRuzfkECfSP2zfIjx62_C4dcHStarUl1gUXNP5fXOkSDeisvuVTGTNdivNBFMhaAP9XjNvVf2EU6B62-wIs-Tv8l6LvpLdbqY9IeCuUgfBbzwScoXcTuLy_RoHlN8t/s16000/online-study-tips.png" /></a></div><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-34501550186209864402024-02-29T17:17:00.003+08:002024-02-29T17:17:50.927+08:002024 Dragon CNY & Valentine's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEpFGsPUq3wBVFhHwYzHmfquGixZaryDgxqdVOvJ-uGyDCYfRTlY1VKHc-Si_Lu9b9jvKNyXPB5DVY0lO5O1wvtWyudIYEJdrr69SIGUAOrz6qvuqTXijNG9uzr1adEEhfhHsQz-vjtaYIRyQLG4QKQzHNSDKcGNO1g24v6JLkTmyaxP99HdF1vhDkTUR/s4624/dragon-year.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEpFGsPUq3wBVFhHwYzHmfquGixZaryDgxqdVOvJ-uGyDCYfRTlY1VKHc-Si_Lu9b9jvKNyXPB5DVY0lO5O1wvtWyudIYEJdrr69SIGUAOrz6qvuqTXijNG9uzr1adEEhfhHsQz-vjtaYIRyQLG4QKQzHNSDKcGNO1g24v6JLkTmyaxP99HdF1vhDkTUR/s16000/dragon-year.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;">This year, my family and I went back to Kuala Terengganu for the Year of the Dragon's CNY celebrations and holidays. It was a time of togetherness, joy and happiness, marking the start of a brand new year filled with hope, prosperity, and boundless blessings!</div><br /><div><p></p></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="599" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid054Z2vEapCaKKVm4SuefxeUUB8DhL3mtEKErSibXe3cWoJj2BTMdjiawpQzNqtkMWl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p> </p><p>The post above showcased our meals when we were back in Kuala Terengganu. The first photo showed an ensemble of homemade nasi lemak. That homemade sambal petai by my MIL was awesome!</p><p> </p><p>The rest of the photos were about our CNY eve dinner dishes and snacks. The "tong sui" or Chinese sweet soup was a dessert I looked forward to!<br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="599" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02F4M7tWHwof9SCftz64W6Jrz43axrabTZE2R5ExWW74xD19rxE1vVoNVcWPh45Z6zl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p> </p><p>From the post above, it's about #makanmakan during our stay in Kuala Terengganu.</p><p><br />1 & 2 - Nasi minyak & sate<br />3 - MIL's soy sauce chicken dish, crab cakes & roast pork<br />4 - Steamed keropok lekor<br />5 - Homemade musang king durian ice cream<br />6 - Local breakfast (laksang, kayu keramat, karipap)<br />7 - Nasi ayam<br />8 - Sotong celup tepung<br />9 - Homemade fried nian gao</p><p><br /></p></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="599" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02mR2vLPQgf6paCkrCwyy7SU55WEXGMHbLketgszJuGdBE3tfToQogn3BSv18gbVnel&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div><p></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="599" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02s7WAhfEhuLxBHvnWJeqqxK3HmHXEPYYzxU71yAs1mDACNinNYZLFoNWgzjcj1Tj6l&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe><p> </p><p>Hubby and I then went to Cherating to spend our Valentine's Day. 😍❤️</p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p> </p><p></p></div>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-72130444034272943192024-02-04T20:35:00.002+08:002024-02-04T20:35:39.776+08:00Simple Pork & Bacon Burger and Pork & Potato Patties (Recipes)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTIcRFJaeMID0l0AHdHsxkK-jmCO90C3g3BdkjGF9hRQtY3eje9XMy1R_eQYQc6gLMf5YQOa-TS_3Gm3uAsbsfCd3XFBarUXDSXbUm0zeFoJypUPwHWu-21oh5-k-w-OdBy1-aihhu0z1rUroUuugLhtGGOvYSUqPCCARYXXw7Jcyf8adDjpXC2_ZxR9KW/s4624/pork-burger-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTIcRFJaeMID0l0AHdHsxkK-jmCO90C3g3BdkjGF9hRQtY3eje9XMy1R_eQYQc6gLMf5YQOa-TS_3Gm3uAsbsfCd3XFBarUXDSXbUm0zeFoJypUPwHWu-21oh5-k-w-OdBy1-aihhu0z1rUroUuugLhtGGOvYSUqPCCARYXXw7Jcyf8adDjpXC2_ZxR9KW/s16000/pork-burger-03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Simple Pork & Bacon Burger</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ingredients:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Burger buns, pork patties, pork bacon, cheese slices, tomato slices (or any veggies you like), any sauce you like<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEezIrCER9r6k4pQ1bXhtlIxpWYCu_apLDEneC0UlAzdS87-jH4w_QeeqlGZ4OwgQWO6wXYjWxr7XljxY6U2K49S1d_OivlspUfMmFhTH514S0_a8sb4hbB3xvnrzI32miMAB5pTmyw956UGf5BMERKxi-V5HtRlnxZvwBmLaXwSwsimyB6ok1S5a5-NfY/s4624/pork-burger-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEezIrCER9r6k4pQ1bXhtlIxpWYCu_apLDEneC0UlAzdS87-jH4w_QeeqlGZ4OwgQWO6wXYjWxr7XljxY6U2K49S1d_OivlspUfMmFhTH514S0_a8sb4hbB3xvnrzI32miMAB5pTmyw956UGf5BMERKxi-V5HtRlnxZvwBmLaXwSwsimyB6ok1S5a5-NfY/s16000/pork-burger-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Instructions:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">First, I pan-fried the pork bacon slices without oil in a frying pan, because they will release oil when they are pan-fried.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then, I used the leftover oil to pan-fry the pork patties. After scraping off burnt bits from the pan, I used the remaining oil to slightly char the burger buns.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then, just assemble everything into a burger to your liking! I only have tomatoes at home, or else I'd have added some lettuce and gherkins too.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdmpDht4K2NTXIrBr7gQzG7ua0JVOKBJmDY7lq7AZSFfYbZK0JzIJMNu0QUaNY7vTxBonaFEfDdPI9Tns5wAmrhGXJbdsnPBx9mmK21P9J20-2zcEN1mF0XbRiUg_K9fs4dRJWrkWQ1VwwyKVXe9h2zLQXx7qya62tP0QNbJnfZZdWQhlPZLcEYpcMI5wM/s4624/pork-burger-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdmpDht4K2NTXIrBr7gQzG7ua0JVOKBJmDY7lq7AZSFfYbZK0JzIJMNu0QUaNY7vTxBonaFEfDdPI9Tns5wAmrhGXJbdsnPBx9mmK21P9J20-2zcEN1mF0XbRiUg_K9fs4dRJWrkWQ1VwwyKVXe9h2zLQXx7qya62tP0QNbJnfZZdWQhlPZLcEYpcMI5wM/s16000/pork-burger-02.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I like my burger dry, without any sauce dripping all over my plate. Haha. You can add your favorite sauce if you like.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now, let's move on to the next recipe. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqxvBRdh8b1x5tserzJWDjbfwPOfwO93tSi6Aykf-WD_nxY_VkcEipzFSob8VJaQedgxVS1b8r9Qc7gF_RXIoU6eyfDWzzPO3932MgMI2vfh7OeDhRVGzwQui1SkbxKVia0rjcKXPHWzAAHVoksXB2SlQZ0RaSPsG95lfIC37QTJMFMNJr_PPpeLlUfEm/s4624/pork-potato-patties-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqxvBRdh8b1x5tserzJWDjbfwPOfwO93tSi6Aykf-WD_nxY_VkcEipzFSob8VJaQedgxVS1b8r9Qc7gF_RXIoU6eyfDWzzPO3932MgMI2vfh7OeDhRVGzwQui1SkbxKVia0rjcKXPHWzAAHVoksXB2SlQZ0RaSPsG95lfIC37QTJMFMNJr_PPpeLlUfEm/s16000/pork-potato-patties-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pork & Potato Patties <br /></h3><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ingredients:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">400g ground pork</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 large potatoes, peeled and chunks<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 small onion, finely chopped</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 cloves garlic, minced</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Salt and pepper to taste</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1/2 cup Korean pancake flour mix<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 large egg, beaten<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Cooking oil for frying</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How to:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1. Boil the potatoes chunks until fork tender. Drain and mash them slightly.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, mashed cooked potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add pancake flour mix and beaten egg to bind the mixture together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. Heat cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Take a portion of the mixture and shape it into a patty. Make a few patties at one go.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. Place the patties in the frying pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through. You just have to eyeball them.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">5. Once cooked, transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh66Kg2IOKN2MLG9BH8znqQKG8sO4oCi-WKjOAGBdCDNNK2ct64JYxfxIwyleTRgYB0wV6CGy4CK_hWPL5MiigVEQl-IrVCQGolQYTIW-mPzVquAqsQ29eaR5RIENaJKSqh8NDoGzSb39kryB-AvPKdV1tG5HuCjWdHf-fFs9bP9KjwxzZu0DD30fqnxhCD/s4624/pork-potato-patties-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh66Kg2IOKN2MLG9BH8znqQKG8sO4oCi-WKjOAGBdCDNNK2ct64JYxfxIwyleTRgYB0wV6CGy4CK_hWPL5MiigVEQl-IrVCQGolQYTIW-mPzVquAqsQ29eaR5RIENaJKSqh8NDoGzSb39kryB-AvPKdV1tG5HuCjWdHf-fFs9bP9KjwxzZu0DD30fqnxhCD/s16000/pork-potato-patties-02.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-41239712603862036082024-02-04T18:12:00.003+08:002024-02-04T20:39:00.715+08:00My Weekly Roundup | Three Inspirational Posts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmQb-yiAIHxMk-yKZaT364gRJHdAt3FA3KcEZgHrKq_vsmoxXqzK3mj-cf6SlSOsKrOnjafHFKVj01Ht2IYgtjKBdt_4yyX2zS-jZzKHodk34aoliJg7XzXEa83VR2PCd5dvZEUYjcL9fdo1uE903K7y10z-8pMS4shFtpdq_BDkEkMg6IlLeDbMVZXQN/s1640/weekly-roundup.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmQb-yiAIHxMk-yKZaT364gRJHdAt3FA3KcEZgHrKq_vsmoxXqzK3mj-cf6SlSOsKrOnjafHFKVj01Ht2IYgtjKBdt_4yyX2zS-jZzKHodk34aoliJg7XzXEa83VR2PCd5dvZEUYjcL9fdo1uE903K7y10z-8pMS4shFtpdq_BDkEkMg6IlLeDbMVZXQN/s16000/weekly-roundup.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">7 Visuals that Will Change How You See the World</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-64990284997793103082024-01-25T14:53:00.002+08:002024-01-25T16:25:08.679+08:00Braised Chinese Arrowhead (Ngaku) with Minced Pork & Mushroom (Recipe)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOcyaPSDnqwWnt7r0LJeS_kx_uiwCXmrlHFOmaHc35gDhD9-7UupvM9Wt6Oy5RpCAKW6fef6G3aDmTJeXNILZ6-EF43LWCIwJZI69uGta5QGH5-2B_ftQmoMILIPiA6IEZBxbBLFrR7vQY937rIA2ckJD1immz3-fbKFG3jsUmyS3wz1wRZucJDDLeovQc/s4624/arrowhead-dish-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOcyaPSDnqwWnt7r0LJeS_kx_uiwCXmrlHFOmaHc35gDhD9-7UupvM9Wt6Oy5RpCAKW6fef6G3aDmTJeXNILZ6-EF43LWCIwJZI69uGta5QGH5-2B_ftQmoMILIPiA6IEZBxbBLFrR7vQY937rIA2ckJD1immz3-fbKFG3jsUmyS3wz1wRZucJDDLeovQc/s16000/arrowhead-dish-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Chinese Arrowhead, also known as Ngaku, is a type of tuberous plant that becomes readily available as Chinese New Year approaches. Ngaku Chips are a popular delicacy during the Chinese New Year season. However, I personally prefer to eat
ngaku when it's cooked into a dish alongside other
ingredients.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Braised Chinese Arrowhead is a delicious, savory dish that features the unique flavor and texture of arrowhead. Ngaku looks like water chestnuts and taste like potatoes when fully cooked.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Due to its mild flavor, ngaku pairs exceptionally well with robustly flavored sauces such as oyster sauce and dark soy sauce.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcpt-W2J_Cv-28-cQJEvVy9HyXUkOE7aAWhrWGJK6TQgbmkaAkEPQ33a_Ml6JE9T-LVDtcTdYeGoAyCYSdlz4EXLJggOvsYM5cyNaZ7-UadN7KekaeTiaaIIkK8OEqbT-TNNM8kP5N76JCqqIJ2xrKY2YWfMnJTUK8jANQnqW_A0T4adna7WFrSzT1Acu4/s4624/chinese-arrowhead.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcpt-W2J_Cv-28-cQJEvVy9HyXUkOE7aAWhrWGJK6TQgbmkaAkEPQ33a_Ml6JE9T-LVDtcTdYeGoAyCYSdlz4EXLJggOvsYM5cyNaZ7-UadN7KekaeTiaaIIkK8OEqbT-TNNM8kP5N76JCqqIJ2xrKY2YWfMnJTUK8jANQnqW_A0T4adna7WFrSzT1Acu4/s16000/chinese-arrowhead.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's a simple recipe for Braised Ngaku with Minced Pork & Mushroom that I cooked recently.<br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ingredients:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">7 fresh ngaku, peeled and cut into chunks</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">100g minced pork<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4 dried Chinese mushroom, soaked, rinsed, cut into slices</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 tablespoons vegetable oil</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 cloves garlic, minced</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 tablespoon ginger, minced</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 tablespoons dark soy sauce</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 tablespoon oyster sauce</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 teaspoon sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 teaspoon salt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2 cups water<br /> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How to:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1. Rinse the ngaku chunks well. Coat minced pork with some cornstarch and mix well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. In a sauté pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. Add in minced pork and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until the meat changes color. Add in Chinese mushroom slices and ngaku chunks. Give everything a good stir for a few minutes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. Meanwhile, mix together dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the ingredients in the pan and stir well to
coat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">5. Pour in water to cover, add more water if necessary. Let everything boil for about 3 minutes, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 30
minutes, or until the arrowhead slices are easily pierced through with a fork.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">6. Taste the dish, make sure the ngaku chunks are tender and not bitter (under-cooked ngaku is really bitter to the taste). Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more
soy sauce, salt, or sugar according to your taste preferences.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">7. You can garnish the dish with chopped spring onion if you like. I don't like raw spring onion, so I don't add it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">8. Serve piping hot with rice! Yummy!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim0F-wCPJNOl_e-xzTty-rsIgWuLSAC8RniP2lPgGmVL9XNevJViYXgWvELhiprJGNCP1vls-_UERtSJgB7ymz9kT0hy3xrSnEAqQvHK08EC5VOgpi28502O3QddIbXaBdHUka1Qo43qADOjgVjvc6L87Ymrwlfp7bv9WO7DdG_KCHDS5rAc_qXBS9Df0A/s4624/arrowhead-dish-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim0F-wCPJNOl_e-xzTty-rsIgWuLSAC8RniP2lPgGmVL9XNevJViYXgWvELhiprJGNCP1vls-_UERtSJgB7ymz9kT0hy3xrSnEAqQvHK08EC5VOgpi28502O3QddIbXaBdHUka1Qo43qADOjgVjvc6L87Ymrwlfp7bv9WO7DdG_KCHDS5rAc_qXBS9Df0A/s16000/arrowhead-dish-02.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaAynyG8s01wU_fLgvVTj25Lf6k-OgZ8M5_8r_4q7RUE9624-VEL0NlHKMTkquYkdA2g2NYjB6RIGax0vMF2_GK4GSQK35e1FmW7MnnnE0B03xRbyLsa6Bjk_xhXs2D-RRSxDqo40WJWl1X3Y_nBtat7Un-2affyINSQRecqRFfn_DgzhvsQd4j0FwFWy9/s4624/arrowhead-dish-03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaAynyG8s01wU_fLgvVTj25Lf6k-OgZ8M5_8r_4q7RUE9624-VEL0NlHKMTkquYkdA2g2NYjB6RIGax0vMF2_GK4GSQK35e1FmW7MnnnE0B03xRbyLsa6Bjk_xhXs2D-RRSxDqo40WJWl1X3Y_nBtat7Un-2affyINSQRecqRFfn_DgzhvsQd4j0FwFWy9/s16000/arrowhead-dish-03.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-82923745859763885502024-01-21T15:10:00.003+08:002024-01-21T15:11:59.543+08:00Is Pursuing a Master’s Degree in One’s 40s Worth It?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2idpIBjiT74tuTpa3gOTaLsBaO6euvHWrrMwPWre1Nkjlwx_eZHHwzFykRPb3rWHeNxqMUD3XiuGjN25N6fw_noqdUc7tOzqBZIXzozVOgWiveji6q1ux251sTI66xfBeUB_EU_66WWpMNLCs_LsIYgielvnjni74o7jvaFZLWZ8qnLs7RuIPzND8zjUb/s1640/weekly-roundup-studying.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2idpIBjiT74tuTpa3gOTaLsBaO6euvHWrrMwPWre1Nkjlwx_eZHHwzFykRPb3rWHeNxqMUD3XiuGjN25N6fw_noqdUc7tOzqBZIXzozVOgWiveji6q1ux251sTI66xfBeUB_EU_66WWpMNLCs_LsIYgielvnjni74o7jvaFZLWZ8qnLs7RuIPzND8zjUb/s16000/weekly-roundup-studying.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Do I Need to Clearly Define My Reasons for Getting a Master's Degree in My 40s?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After going through numerous articles on the internet regarding pursuing a master's degree in one's 40s, I arrived at the following conclusion. While having a clear and specific reason for pursuing a master's degree can be beneficial, it's not always necessary to have a highly specific goal.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Common Reasons or Motivations for Getting a Master's Degree in the 40s<br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Personal Growth and Exploration</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The decision to pursue higher education in the 40s is often rooted in
profound desire for personal growth and intellectual enrichment. If you feel that pursuing a master's degree would contribute to your personal development or open new avenues for exploration, that can be a valid reason in itself.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's absolutely valid to express a desire for change or personal growth as a reason for pursuing further education. Some may pursue the sense of personal fulfillment and accomplishment that comes with earning a master's degree. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Embracing the Passion for Lifelong Learning</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you have the passion and curiosity to delve deeper in a particular subject, that can be a compelling reason. Academic pursuits driven by genuine interest often lead to more fulfilling experiences.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Individuals in their 40s may find themselves seeking a deeper understanding of their field or
venturing into entirely new domains. "Going back to school" may become an avenue not
just for career advancement but for the sheer joy of learning. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Navigating Career Advancement or Transitions<br /></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's totally understandable to have a general sense that further education can enhance your career prospects. Many individuals pursue master's degrees to gain a deeper understanding of their field and improve their overall skill set.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div>Pursuing a master's in one's 40s, for many, is a strategic move in
their career journey. This shift may be prompted by the evolving demands of their industry or a personal aspiration to explore new professional avenues. This decision can reinvigorate one's career trajectory and provide an opportunity to stay relevant in a rapidly changing job market, thereby enhancing job security and
opening avenues for upward mobility. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adaptability</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The job market is dynamic, and having additional qualifications can make one more adaptable to changing career landscapes. Expressing a desire to remain versatile and equipped for evolving industries is a valid reason. Learning new technologies and tools can help future-proof your skill set.<br /><br /><h3>Other Useful Resources</h3></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Is Getting a Master's Degree in Your 40s Right for You?</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3> Factors to Consider When Pursuing a Master's Degree in Your 40s</h3><br /><h4>Balancing Priorities</h4><br />The decision to go back to school later in life comes with its set of challenges, particularly in managing existing responsibilities. If you're in your 40s, you're likely to have an established career, a family, and financial commitments.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Balancing the demands of completing assignments and a thesis or research project with these existing responsibilities requires meticulous planning and strong time-management skills.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Work-Friendly, Online Programs</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Look for universities that offer programs tailored for the needs of busy, working adults with a proven track record of helping them succeed. Depending on your preference, opting for a fully (100%) online program will enable you to have the flexibility of managing both full-time work and education.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To do so, you need to stay organized and manage your time effectively by setting aside dedicated time for your studies per week. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><h4>Financial Considerations</h4><br />Financial commitments are a crucial aspect to consider. If you lack the
means to fund the fees independently, explore potential solutions,
keeping in mind the availability of options at the university (public - IPTA or private - IPTS) you are
enrolling in.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The <a href="https://www.kwsp.gov.my/member/withdrawals/partial/education" target="_blank">Employees Provident Fund (EPF)</a> or Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekerja (KWSP) allows its members to withdraw funds from Account 2 to help finance education at approved institutions locally or abroad.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you're doing your master's degree in one of the public universities (IPTA) in Malaysia, you can find out more about <a href="https://www.ptptn.gov.my/en/pinjaman-pendidikan/" target="_blank">PTPTN Education Loan Scheme</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you're considering taking an education loan from a bank for your master's degree, for e.g. <a href="https://www.maybank2u.com.my/maybank2u/malaysia/en/personal/loans/education/education_loan.page" target="_blank">Maybank's Education Financing/-i</a>, you need to apply before you turn 45 years old. Same goes to <a href="https://www.affinalways.com/en/affin-education-financing-i" target="_blank">AFFIN Education Financing-i</a>. But <a href="https://www.bankrakyat.com.my/c/personal/financing_i/education_financing_i-44/edu" target="_blank">Bank Rakyat's Education Financing-i</a> is more forgiving. The maximum age is 70 years old at the end of the financing tenure. Please do contact the banks for more details.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Or else, if the university offers scholarship options, I believe you could go for it too if you fulfill the eligibility requirements.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><h3>Final Reflections</h3><br />From what I have gathered so far, deciding to pursue a master's degree in one's 40s is a deeply personal choice. It involves introspection into one's goals, a realistic assessment of the challenges, and a commitment to the journey of continued learning.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just ensure that you've thought through your decision and have a sense of how the master's program aligns with your broader aspirations and values.</div><br /><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-47788599833351230082024-01-15T12:44:00.005+08:002024-02-04T16:13:28.581+08:00My Weekly Roundup | Highlights<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWeADYIX5CB1xphy1NfkrZOn9hKHXH2QmNod1cCEO2E4QuYYdha-eYNxXtoXLpG4sz8fXEq3pYqJFpO1PJVmYZ6onNEU0IssnetHhGAuPv7iBW8zaQfkP5J0TzXn2oA4YsScLWKy443Wc0q0T6MpvC-odkst90KgQNt7H1GCVRA21Abd31ona65xVt9f50/s1640/banner.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWeADYIX5CB1xphy1NfkrZOn9hKHXH2QmNod1cCEO2E4QuYYdha-eYNxXtoXLpG4sz8fXEq3pYqJFpO1PJVmYZ6onNEU0IssnetHhGAuPv7iBW8zaQfkP5J0TzXn2oA4YsScLWKy443Wc0q0T6MpvC-odkst90KgQNt7H1GCVRA21Abd31ona65xVt9f50/s16000/banner.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's a compilation of internet posts that I found informative and/or interesting throughout the past week.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5 Financial Resolutions for 2024</h3><p></p>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="481" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Ffilmfugitives%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0ShMNg1kLditJimobvJAzU6vDhA4XA7goqSAwgZZy9dxtyYchDMNJXijL2p1QpDYRl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div></div>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-78492525782876502312024-01-07T17:53:00.001+08:002024-01-07T18:01:49.219+08:00Cervical Health Awareness Month (January)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFNdm0cndY0SZI3Ox2uAvP0WC1JjWcqVF5YFLR6kQHjU0uWdkvWSem0ISl6Z09Yxszm9oQEHcGASA6tqggPDZCeJiGBmSev6C4wqGWiX-cAzdqRlKXI05cKPLQzXNp0AOHJ5bAHS9pO1pvI9nxvMKh1yWA8-7lG4z8vMggqN8rolNLVi4agMvFu7zh1vXQ/s1640/cervical-health-awareness-month.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFNdm0cndY0SZI3Ox2uAvP0WC1JjWcqVF5YFLR6kQHjU0uWdkvWSem0ISl6Z09Yxszm9oQEHcGASA6tqggPDZCeJiGBmSev6C4wqGWiX-cAzdqRlKXI05cKPLQzXNp0AOHJ5bAHS9pO1pvI9nxvMKh1yWA8-7lG4z8vMggqN8rolNLVi4agMvFu7zh1vXQ/s16000/cervical-health-awareness-month.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>What Is Cervical Health Awareness Month?</h3><br />Cervical Health Awareness Month, observed in January, is a pivotal time to raise awareness about cervical health. It encourages women to prioritize scheduling regular check-ups, going for routine screenings, discussing vaccination options, and committing to a healthy lifestyle. These proactive steps aim to minimize the risk factors associated with cervical issues, promoting a culture of preventive healthcare.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What Is Cervical Cancer?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">According to <a href="https://hpvcentre.net/statistics/reports/MYS_FS.pdf" target="_blank">HPV Information Center</a>, cervical cancer is the 4th most
frequent cancers among Malaysian women and the 2nd most frequent cancer
among women between 15 and 44 years of age.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cervical cancer happens when the cells lining the cervix (the opening between the uterus and the vagina), behaves abnormally. The leading cause of cervical cancer is Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which can affect anyone who are sexually active. Most cervical cancer cases result from persistent HPV infections.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Despite its slow progression (cervical cancer often takes years,
even decades, to develop after an individual gets HPV) and initial lack of symptoms, cervical
cancer is both preventable and frequently curable when detected early
through routine screening and vaccination.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What Are the Screening Options for Cervical Cancer?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pap Smear (Pap Test)</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pap Smear or Pap Test is a screening for cervical abnormalities that involves examining the cervix and sending samples to a lab to detect precancerous cells. This test is considered the primary screening tool for cervical cancer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">HPV Test</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">HPV Test checks for the Human Papillomavirus, which raises cervical cancer risk. It can be done concurrently with a Pap test.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Who Should Go for Cervical Cancer Screening?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">How often and which tests you should undergo for cervical cancer screening depends on your age and medical history. <br /><h4>Women Below 30 <br /></h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Women below 30 should undergo Pap smear test every three years.</div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Women Over 30</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Women over 30 have three testing options:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Undergo a Pap test and an HPV test (co-testing) every five years.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Undergo a Pap test every three years.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Undergo an HPV test every five years.<br /> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Who Should Get the HPV Vaccine?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In Malaysia, female students will receive their first shot of the HPV vaccine in school when they are in Form One (13 years old). A three-dose schedule is followed, with the second dose administered one month after the first, and the final dose given six months after the second dose. The aim is for the teenage girls<span><span><span><span><span><span> to be fully protected years before they become sexually active and are exposed to HPV.</span></span></span></span></span></span> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For further information about HPV vaccination for sexually active adults, please do check with your gynecologist for the latest information. Generally speaking, based on <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/hpv/hcp/recommendations.html" target="_blank">CDC's recommendations</a>, adults older than 26 years old generally do not require HPV vaccination unless otherwise advised by a medical professional.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What Else Can You Do to Prevent Cervical Cancer?</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Beyond screenings and vaccinations, certain lifestyle choices contribute
to cervical health. Maintaining a balanced, healthy diet rich in fruits,
vegetables, and antioxidants can support your immune system. A healthy immune system usually does its job to eliminate HPV from the body. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Quit smoking if you do or better still, don't smoke at all.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Practicing safe sex is a straightforward preventive measure against cervical cancer. Limit the number of sexual partners and use protection such as condoms during sexual activities.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><strong>Conclusion</strong> <br /></h3><p> </p><p>As an ongoing commitment to our well-being, all of us should follow the recommended guidelines for screenings, stay informed about HPV, and adopt a healthy lifestyle.</p><p> </p><p>Let's make cervical wellness a priority on our health journey, working towards a future where cervical health is universally safeguarded and cervical cancer is a thing of the past.</p><p> </p><h3>References</h3><ol><li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://hpvcentre.net/statistics/reports/MYS_FS.pdf" target="_blank">HPV Information Center</a></li><li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/hpv/hcp/recommendations.html" target="_blank">CDC</a></li><li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.pantai.com.my/health-pulse/women-health-screening-tests" target="_blank">7 health screening tests every woman should do</a> </li><li class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.pantai.com.my/medical-specialties/oncology/cervical-cancer" target="_blank">Cervical Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment</a></li><li class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.pantai.com.my/medical-specialties/gynaecology/hpv-vaccination-malaysia" target="_blank">Everything You Need to Know About HPV Vaccination in Malaysia</a></li></ol></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-52266318818935924912024-01-04T12:32:00.000+08:002024-01-04T12:32:05.343+08:00Embracing New Beginnings in 2024<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgOsczAtRNGCkRnt9_gH1ho8lkMcEzTuJsd2dtGfh6FzpOfd17s38qeZ_e1iLfUQPlb4OTQ4zlto77d2ZEI-fe7YQ1yztT_brXTncs1Z4ZkDHXT72_84EGpVZbz7XHRF-XSpGjzTlS0fAXcTeTZm8kqGn5E7jlsAxF4ebb2gVLwktj1sIYWz6KJ9LsKGp/s1640/happy-2024.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgOsczAtRNGCkRnt9_gH1ho8lkMcEzTuJsd2dtGfh6FzpOfd17s38qeZ_e1iLfUQPlb4OTQ4zlto77d2ZEI-fe7YQ1yztT_brXTncs1Z4ZkDHXT72_84EGpVZbz7XHRF-XSpGjzTlS0fAXcTeTZm8kqGn5E7jlsAxF4ebb2gVLwktj1sIYWz6KJ9LsKGp/s16000/happy-2024.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As we step into the first chapter of 2024, I'm filled with excitement and anticipation for the adventures that lie ahead. Whether it's 2023A or 2024, I believe this year is a blank canvas waiting to be painted with moments of joy, inspiration, rejuvenation, growth, and discovery!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To New Beginnings: Growth & Learning<br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Let's kick off the year with a spirit of renewal and endless possibilities. Just like this quote by Rainer Maria Rilke:<i> "And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been."</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, what are your aspirations for 2024? If you haven't yet, you can get some inspiration from <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/what-do-you-want-to-achieve-in-2024-poll.html" target="_blank">this poll - What Do You Want to Achieve in 2024?</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My biggest aspiration is to upscale my skills and believe in myself. It's high time to believe in achieving what I've planned to do in 2024. I'm excited to embark on a journey of continuous learning and personal growth.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've blogged a little bit about <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/close-2023-welcome-2024.html" target="_blank">what I want to do in 2024 on this blog post</a>. When the time is right, I shall blog more about it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Reacting vs Responding: A New Year's Perspective<br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There is one thing that I want to challenge myself to do. In 2024, I want to respond more and react less when situations arise.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Reacting is instinctual, often influenced by emotions and immediate circumstances. It's like a reflex, quick and automatic, a knee-jerk response to situations.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Responding is thoughtful, measured, and considers the bigger picture. It's a conscious choice, more deliberate and involves a pause, a consideration of options, and a thoughtful choice.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWiHT7fCUdylZbkP6Svjb7DwARb37kwvf_OBhs5Ml_bJJ2-nzopcv-oxf5yz4Gh89s0xq4BTrMagT-c3uXXZxQ09osTTqlLgGZrqhum6n-ygfb2Sbhd24VnOMAUrZbFgYj1tpB03hekOZQ_vPECWnVUKhZF6nJAR0uE0xw_qJLWse9oQzLszCyXbI2Qm8h/s1080/react-vs-respond.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1004" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWiHT7fCUdylZbkP6Svjb7DwARb37kwvf_OBhs5Ml_bJJ2-nzopcv-oxf5yz4Gh89s0xq4BTrMagT-c3uXXZxQ09osTTqlLgGZrqhum6n-ygfb2Sbhd24VnOMAUrZbFgYj1tpB03hekOZQ_vPECWnVUKhZF6nJAR0uE0xw_qJLWse9oQzLszCyXbI2Qm8h/s16000/react-vs-respond.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The <a href="https://www.instagram.com/doodledwellness/" target="_blank">diagram above</a> sums up the differences really well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's to a year of mindful responses and more #RespondNotReact !</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLTpqO3LMywNNZNU27xDlMUoN22ZW8gElA8qxvz37W7sjx1YYC3yNve9css3f67eTCSqCcR74srikRLtYf1sYEqEhGeski6IrpdWPB-OeFStHNAw1U8-8jH5pOIH1u2z2JZ_eZz1qS6Iuqg3Ax1KeiSvdsdq4TFTEI8eewRLLrT208wvd-zd-G2CFQELNH/s6528/happy-2024.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6528" data-original-width="4896" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLTpqO3LMywNNZNU27xDlMUoN22ZW8gElA8qxvz37W7sjx1YYC3yNve9css3f67eTCSqCcR74srikRLtYf1sYEqEhGeski6IrpdWPB-OeFStHNAw1U8-8jH5pOIH1u2z2JZ_eZz1qS6Iuqg3Ax1KeiSvdsdq4TFTEI8eewRLLrT208wvd-zd-G2CFQELNH/s16000/happy-2024.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cheers to 2024</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's to new friendships, new challenges, and new victories! May this year be a tapestry of beautiful moments woven together. Have a fantastic year filled with positivity, growth, and unforgettable moments of joy and success!<br /></div><br /><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-19367327490845992322023-12-31T22:37:00.004+08:002024-01-03T19:26:11.971+08:00Closing the Chapter on 2023 and Welcoming 2024<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6E9-k4vJCir_JwsoQ06L9OpP6mOMav7jzmpREe93Y5Wig_G2h4DRJvagI7xucbCsJCbj2KFNxjM-fz176g4vCjgU6nZf4ICp7oovroJvzy1eDpAFeQwlHceKXJC9NR6DVQkXFf6-Qwtp0iB2p82r8a7CemPMtgjnpQiiyLuYGlLcdYYXIeeek9ODsk3_y/s1640/bye-2023.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6E9-k4vJCir_JwsoQ06L9OpP6mOMav7jzmpREe93Y5Wig_G2h4DRJvagI7xucbCsJCbj2KFNxjM-fz176g4vCjgU6nZf4ICp7oovroJvzy1eDpAFeQwlHceKXJC9NR6DVQkXFf6-Qwtp0iB2p82r8a7CemPMtgjnpQiiyLuYGlLcdYYXIeeek9ODsk3_y/s16000/bye-2023.png" /></a></div> <p></p><p style="text-align: center;">In my personal reflections, I'm going to commemorate the year 2023 by recounting and sharing the defining
moments of my life, highlighting significant life events that have shaped and made this year truly memorable.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: center;">What Made 2023 Memorable: Milestones & Achievements</h3><h3 style="text-align: center;"><br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijFblpepC8BN4_zYncDtyQZO7Q7MK5LtTSYZRCDEUJ7cdrx2Ypq4kI3L1DXFVRJRJ2Ql_B8Vdz7o9YS1G7IV_E_N1lbEzaEPZpdahAiRX7AwJeXfrxKS32BbvUDfQOkYGFl1v9KJPrD9gW143eysgBUaJIYrqtvHe1tzebTWML3zEuO9STgfqVvWCWY8Q1/s4624/2023-milestone.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijFblpepC8BN4_zYncDtyQZO7Q7MK5LtTSYZRCDEUJ7cdrx2Ypq4kI3L1DXFVRJRJ2Ql_B8Vdz7o9YS1G7IV_E_N1lbEzaEPZpdahAiRX7AwJeXfrxKS32BbvUDfQOkYGFl1v9KJPrD9gW143eysgBUaJIYrqtvHe1tzebTWML3zEuO9STgfqVvWCWY8Q1/s16000/2023-milestone.jpg" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: center;"> Home & Family<br /></h4><p style="text-align: center;">We have finally, officially, settled into our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpEPm5FBCJW/" target="_blank">new home, sweet home</a>. This, for our family, marked the most significant defining moment of 2023. ❤️</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;">We celebrated the very <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/first-christmas-at-our-new-home.html" target="_blank">first Christmas at our new home</a>. 🎄🎁🎉</p><h4 style="text-align: center;"> Travel</h4><p style="text-align: center;">We didn't travel much this year but the annual <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/10/how-ambivert-enjoy-club-med-cherating.html" target="_blank">trip to ClubMed Cherating</a> in September was noteworthy. We also went to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Co3rQSap-WG/" target="_blank">Legoland in Johor Bahru</a> in February and <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/06/highlights-of-june-2023.html" target="_blank">Malacca</a> in June.</p><h4 style="text-align: center;"> Celebrations</h4><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/02/hoppy-rabbit-chinese-new-year-2023-meals.html" target="_blank">Chinese New Year</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/05/how-i-celebrated-mothers-day-2023.html" target="_blank">Mother's Day</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/06/highlights-of-june-2023.html" target="_blank">3-in-1 celebration (anniversary, my birthday & Father's Day)</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/09/naughty-babe-dirty-duck-.html" target="_blank">hubby's birthday</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/08/luke-10th-birthday.html" target="_blank">first kid's birthday</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/birthday-sushi-plus-rotary-puchong.html" target="_blank">second kid's birthday</a>, <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/first-christmas-at-our-new-home.html" target="_blank">Christmas</a>.<br /></p><h4 style="text-align: center;"> Personal Development<br /></h4><p style="text-align: center;">These two blog posts summarized how I view myself this year - <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/11/full-time-working-mom.html" target="_blank">How Embracing Full-Time Work Made Me a Better Mother</a> and <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/11/childhood-dream-vs-current-career.html" target="_blank">My Childhood Dream Job vs My Current Career</a>.<br /></p><h4 style="text-align: center;"> Health</h4><p style="text-align: center;">Finally, I've <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/10/daycare-surgery-pantai-hospital-kl.html" target="_blank">gotten my adenomyosis treated</a> after nearly two years of postponing treatment. This is the second month <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/11/managing-adenomyosis-with-mirena-malaysia.html" target="_blank">post ops</a> and life has been great! No more crazy period cramps and heavy bleeding with clots.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Sweet ending to 2023 with 3 scoops of ice cream at Inside Scoop!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVAYrp9GLtw6mGEGsakicGaWELbB32qewqcla8pepzL-2wgBQheoAG6XNM6cvduXEXfsbA1vAkczm3cN_nu4wwI96jvHdG-xcm9E7zEvNgSbBY1lB4scPnbjZb1WI1StBpXUdtP3uJJUXoSvzuHmJ-pNUnSB6R8bBas06uYRGUc6eb3MKLSt_awH9b7w4k/s4624/2023-end.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVAYrp9GLtw6mGEGsakicGaWELbB32qewqcla8pepzL-2wgBQheoAG6XNM6cvduXEXfsbA1vAkczm3cN_nu4wwI96jvHdG-xcm9E7zEvNgSbBY1lB4scPnbjZb1WI1StBpXUdtP3uJJUXoSvzuHmJ-pNUnSB6R8bBas06uYRGUc6eb3MKLSt_awH9b7w4k/s16000/2023-end.jpg" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h3 style="text-align: center;">What I Want to Do in 2024</h3><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;">POLL: <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/what-do-you-want-to-achieve-in-2024-poll.html" target="_blank">What Do You Want to Achieve in 2024</a><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;">What I want to do the most in 2024 is to upscale my skills. This is triggered by various factors.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>1. Career growth:</b> In order to advance in my career, acquiring new skills is essential for my professional development.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>2. Industry changes:</b> Rapid changes in the industry and technological advancements make me realize the importance of staying relevant and up-to-date.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>3. Personal growth: </b>The desire to learn new skills can also be driven by a personal need for growth and a thirst for knowledge. This might not be directly linked to my current job but could be a broader personal goal.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>4. Passion or new interests:</b> Discovering new interest or passion that aligns with specific skills has prompted a desire to learn and master those skills.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;">I truly understand that the willingness to upscale our skills is a positive and proactive approach to both personal and professional development. It shows a commitment to staying adaptable and competitive in an ever-evolving world. So, let us embrace this inclination, identify the skills we want to acquire, and embark on the journey of continuous learning. It's a valuable investment in ourselves and our future opportunities.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The animation below beautifully explains the essence of how we should kick off 2024!</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="591" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FSunwayUniversityOnline%2Fvideos%2F383855840799348%2F&show_text=true&width=476&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="476"></iframe><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: center;"> </h3><p style="text-align: center;"></p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><i>And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been. ~ Rainer Maria Rilke</i></h3><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;">Let 2024 be a year of new beginnings, exciting opportunities, memorable accomplishments, and endless possibilities! 🌟🎉✨ May this year bring inspiration, rejuvenation, growth, and unforgettable moments. May our dreams come true and our aspirations reach new heights. May we all look forward to another year of learning and growth! Happy New Year! 🫶🏼🪄🥳🥂 #NewYear2024 #NewBeginnings #NewYearNewMe #SeekGrowth</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: center;">Happy New Year!</h3><p style="text-align: center;"><br />P.S.: Check out my <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/p/annual-summary-posts.html" target="_blank">compilation of annual posts</a> since 2007.<br /></p><p><br /></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-27127952713477765542023-12-30T17:21:00.001+08:002023-12-30T17:21:52.189+08:00Last Working Day Lunch of 2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis3mCHAuBeco1pUTJeJhi4C2nXSFKGS2DTnniup2lBD9IRFH1IsxM78ZQS1DFLYZATxu12uomvPtI-cAYO9HN2Z9zICttT4X8Vhtc92SzzFIl3m2CfVXUoDhIXKjrs_m8kg_9ABJeB6DF4Gbp5Z3sJpPXlUe7k0gxJKef4F6Nh7Lioeni6K7MR1kQPnqOK/s4624/lisette-flatlay.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis3mCHAuBeco1pUTJeJhi4C2nXSFKGS2DTnniup2lBD9IRFH1IsxM78ZQS1DFLYZATxu12uomvPtI-cAYO9HN2Z9zICttT4X8Vhtc92SzzFIl3m2CfVXUoDhIXKjrs_m8kg_9ABJeB6DF4Gbp5Z3sJpPXlUe7k0gxJKef4F6Nh7Lioeni6K7MR1kQPnqOK/s16000/lisette-flatlay.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lisette's Café & Bakery @ Bangsar</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To mark the farewell to the workdays of 2023, Di, Louie, and I gathered
at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lisettes.my/" target="_blank">Lisette's Café & Bakery</a> in Bangsar for a memorable last working
day lunch. This was our first "pit stop". ;)<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJgKHzZif-nllg6tezWqBHb660XTUyJaFX0Ox7kB_GDv7nvlxSvzf4hpuRf-wPxSRWimFRORxAqsA2r9er14zChmz4BAxRaRAWC0VIiD3fls7FSqtqPnUllVEsAOmltaB0KKdjxLaJMlDwozepwa9Hf9YGSvPUTOUriZ2UumhAol-eLeheB0Giai4kKC6v/s4624/lisette-lox.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJgKHzZif-nllg6tezWqBHb660XTUyJaFX0Ox7kB_GDv7nvlxSvzf4hpuRf-wPxSRWimFRORxAqsA2r9er14zChmz4BAxRaRAWC0VIiD3fls7FSqtqPnUllVEsAOmltaB0KKdjxLaJMlDwozepwa9Hf9YGSvPUTOUriZ2UumhAol-eLeheB0Giai4kKC6v/s16000/lisette-lox.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Classic Lox</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Classic Lox is an open-face sandwich. You get smoked salmon, hard-boiled eggs, baby spinach, cream cheese, shallot rings, and capers on toasted farmhouse white, wholemeal brown or sourdough. We chose sourdough.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7zYjycqa2ySS-ITZ-JsTDCdsC_kfhx6Pmdvo-Mlgt4hXQJJii9CpNpXKVSi9J0wrTz4D4AfTItbsuKA9y_zqU8WGt9J8oQNE7_ZP_KAQkxIHmlX1b2rFvS3SSeWeq58qutCrhtJbHOeCQliCxGyUUCKHMepaAztkqqYkA8-GEVbTC4F-aLLkNu7QoU2Vt/s4624/lisette-omelette.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7zYjycqa2ySS-ITZ-JsTDCdsC_kfhx6Pmdvo-Mlgt4hXQJJii9CpNpXKVSi9J0wrTz4D4AfTItbsuKA9y_zqU8WGt9J8oQNE7_ZP_KAQkxIHmlX1b2rFvS3SSeWeq58qutCrhtJbHOeCQliCxGyUUCKHMepaAztkqqYkA8-GEVbTC4F-aLLkNu7QoU2Vt/s16000/lisette-omelette.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lisette's Omelette</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lisette's omelette is topped with sausage, beef bacon, mushrooms, and three-cheese truffle cream sauce, on choice of toast. Again, we chose sourdough.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYG4sfZzAb0gZyE2ovpi95epmVmt8GXWhNsbR4qN8BSRs-o6orheUG5U1lw8NlpRo6rovolhsJL_ZC9wwzyDbtxTHdiplSKP3wzr8_Q23p8sPHlP9BPRvFuchl0gHpSlKTF6CpanZV-7a7rHfSMVb2zKuCf3Enx_iH0k4IvLkm9ja3RFkwyEKTHVW-cbp/s4624/lisette-pasta.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYG4sfZzAb0gZyE2ovpi95epmVmt8GXWhNsbR4qN8BSRs-o6orheUG5U1lw8NlpRo6rovolhsJL_ZC9wwzyDbtxTHdiplSKP3wzr8_Q23p8sPHlP9BPRvFuchl0gHpSlKTF6CpanZV-7a7rHfSMVb2zKuCf3Enx_iH0k4IvLkm9ja3RFkwyEKTHVW-cbp/s16000/lisette-pasta.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Creamy Salted Egg Orecchiette</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Orecchiette (ear-shaped pasta) cooked in creamy salted egg sauce with curry leaves, topped with a huge prawn.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GGWY9wKWpF9XJ0BbziCpViwaJh9Rg-EZy05eIhN2omu1JyHMfjBKGVOxK7v1F4AQeF701WmAwrGRvK_s_RWgFhtRxXNzaCv4bTK3cTeHfksSOEuWLLnKkM-vnmidWX-pqk5guEdzizu78mopVVKGoBHht0PFMUnYZvT-ma-FXx034DhDPJXojllqz5bW/s4624/lisette-tiramisu-coffee.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GGWY9wKWpF9XJ0BbziCpViwaJh9Rg-EZy05eIhN2omu1JyHMfjBKGVOxK7v1F4AQeF701WmAwrGRvK_s_RWgFhtRxXNzaCv4bTK3cTeHfksSOEuWLLnKkM-vnmidWX-pqk5guEdzizu78mopVVKGoBHht0PFMUnYZvT-ma-FXx034DhDPJXojllqz5bW/s16000/lisette-tiramisu-coffee.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Tiramisu Latte Coffee</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is best described as my favorite dessert in coffee form. It has a brewed coffee base topped with a layer of airy cream and a dusting of cocoa powder, and served with a Ladyfinger Biscuit.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXc8opFEbcww9msxJml0uGzqqyE3K74hZ9ctNItjQxd84wyRSh1j1AIDbyJB-kZtXbt_u5yV1yiWKpCZ3yYstYYdM4LPkXDtCxF9vfmfoEqttrKLPRptqLNL0cfQr3u5rRfYhwDg-5aoqoS3cgIK0szKvXRoKaQXxCmGKnrOBVoLGEgDNA2bO-h11n54Zo/s4624/lisette.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXc8opFEbcww9msxJml0uGzqqyE3K74hZ9ctNItjQxd84wyRSh1j1AIDbyJB-kZtXbt_u5yV1yiWKpCZ3yYstYYdM4LPkXDtCxF9vfmfoEqttrKLPRptqLNL0cfQr3u5rRfYhwDg-5aoqoS3cgIK0szKvXRoKaQXxCmGKnrOBVoLGEgDNA2bO-h11n54Zo/s16000/lisette.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just wanna share a quote before the year ends.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>"Each year teaches us something new and further molds us into the person that we are destined to become. Don't forget to take some delight in your successes and moments of growth from this past year."</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjih47o54pM6n2JQT8wPdRqshnQvQRGgT7dbELy4Cwm9G1IBG0E0nqNnMkP9wYTU1_KmuiFXkJI-UIBLPXkbjWcx5fIx7LCS0VZJq34wLZ-Iy-CKcuSw7CCYwZkv_UT86qyjVucWBuPoqEOrI_W8WRRnWahv_vZbaN2GOhm7tjuY1lA4Jd6KaDv8rxSA2V4/s4624/southern-oysters-menu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjih47o54pM6n2JQT8wPdRqshnQvQRGgT7dbELy4Cwm9G1IBG0E0nqNnMkP9wYTU1_KmuiFXkJI-UIBLPXkbjWcx5fIx7LCS0VZJq34wLZ-Iy-CKcuSw7CCYwZkv_UT86qyjVucWBuPoqEOrI_W8WRRnWahv_vZbaN2GOhm7tjuY1lA4Jd6KaDv8rxSA2V4/s16000/southern-oysters-menu.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Southern Rock Seafood</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next on our "culinary" journey was <a href="https://www.facebook.com/southernrockseafood/" target="_blank">Southern Rock Seafood</a>,
conveniently located in the same row as Lisette's, just a brief stroll
away. We went here solely for their fresh oysters.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC-9Te1ki2i1lMdlbV_TZQx9Leqe7E6MIqwYpl2zC3ROZxtHAlhERk7efKvoL80VosnRYeDh7anHETPHmQPNc8j6rokxpQjz8MW1RbL4E5p0uXpFX5mEQtS-IfJKHM33rJ0UgY5Kz6zXQ99-9TnLxc25E8sELE6ss9XJlxJ_kXlijIclL6roJ93tln3BSD/s4624/southern-irish-fresh-oysters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC-9Te1ki2i1lMdlbV_TZQx9Leqe7E6MIqwYpl2zC3ROZxtHAlhERk7efKvoL80VosnRYeDh7anHETPHmQPNc8j6rokxpQjz8MW1RbL4E5p0uXpFX5mEQtS-IfJKHM33rJ0UgY5Kz6zXQ99-9TnLxc25E8sELE6ss9XJlxJ_kXlijIclL6roJ93tln3BSD/s16000/southern-irish-fresh-oysters.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Irish Selection Platter (12 pieces)</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The types of Irish oysters on this platter are Tragheanna Bay, Irish Premium, and Gallegher Specials.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaqbTIRow4VL3_KG2hy0g8HVkT39-bT27nMGuA7ci8z77UgAJORrUb1jkWlgRY32g52KoRC6BcWMcTWJZROQeoOROY5R_43IRrhDRbBxMs36JZyDackW0uwLlljOml0d-TUgaOtBwTU6PnciortusUGQPZZqFhMRLfJECCJbG-BHeHqqeG70VuX2NnpEmK/s4624/southern-baked-oysters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaqbTIRow4VL3_KG2hy0g8HVkT39-bT27nMGuA7ci8z77UgAJORrUb1jkWlgRY32g52KoRC6BcWMcTWJZROQeoOROY5R_43IRrhDRbBxMs36JZyDackW0uwLlljOml0d-TUgaOtBwTU6PnciortusUGQPZZqFhMRLfJECCJbG-BHeHqqeG70VuX2NnpEmK/s16000/southern-baked-oysters.jpg" /></a></div><br /><h4> Baked Oysters</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Known as Rockefeller, this was dish of oysters baked with gremolata and grated Parmesan.<br /></div><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another quote before the year ends.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>"The last days of the year remind us to be thankful for the good, to let
go of the bad, and to not be afraid to step out of our comfort zones."</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-60188921138430855262023-12-27T14:45:00.003+08:002023-12-27T14:48:17.680+08:00First Christmas at Our New Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0s4BudNjo5_gz2H9E94Q7YJ8BQWhgY5ttCAZnzTrzsPASjkgex3Wh4i4otWrosK3cjGNk1TThl4tfL6sYNIuN93wIecv8qcieXXYD3bzvRccBfFtLVZ6AUO3KwwB-q1nUTZClWbG0yDAidqNiE3Hxmy4IQIdswZRJuhWkvercUuBsikKuJMBhqjsfpQAS/s4624/christmas-tree-2023.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0s4BudNjo5_gz2H9E94Q7YJ8BQWhgY5ttCAZnzTrzsPASjkgex3Wh4i4otWrosK3cjGNk1TThl4tfL6sYNIuN93wIecv8qcieXXYD3bzvRccBfFtLVZ6AUO3KwwB-q1nUTZClWbG0yDAidqNiE3Hxmy4IQIdswZRJuhWkvercUuBsikKuJMBhqjsfpQAS/s16000/christmas-tree-2023.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><h3 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Christmas Eve Dinner</h3><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3uF50yLkKDxclp8CTxeH_1Kbni8Lj_Bg2NNPt52tTMYX0SeQ4viiRz_FVmWnVBW6ui8h1Lw_Yi6v9R99hyphenhyphent3RetsprcvBj8fgMiK7GfOQFxxrGBD5QFj84OYU_9Q6WJrD8nSuQEH85c4_PV_CluBr1H-P-E0gRFK1svA8vfw9sn5gnZV_sLf4k9MEXU6/s4624/christmas-eve-dinner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3uF50yLkKDxclp8CTxeH_1Kbni8Lj_Bg2NNPt52tTMYX0SeQ4viiRz_FVmWnVBW6ui8h1Lw_Yi6v9R99hyphenhyphent3RetsprcvBj8fgMiK7GfOQFxxrGBD5QFj84OYU_9Q6WJrD8nSuQEH85c4_PV_CluBr1H-P-E0gRFK1svA8vfw9sn5gnZV_sLf4k9MEXU6/s16000/christmas-eve-dinner.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A humble spread of dishes during our first Christmas Eve dinner at our new home.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGTRljJmVHOgcrBDnhnOt1wqBdmlRWZw0fATYyiA3JWkFEm3a69EKLgv7gQd8X_pcwm54ldV-tnWNbJir0beMwHeB9PxYpOBro2ANaMQO0Yv-h4rooZzTxRdJtdz1qMmTMRiSkXnBqO3FhSN3_CrVcwcbCUfZUudzePvZEcT0tdHpQHcjNx6EWLzYrtvDf/s4624/christmas-eve-pork-curry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGTRljJmVHOgcrBDnhnOt1wqBdmlRWZw0fATYyiA3JWkFEm3a69EKLgv7gQd8X_pcwm54ldV-tnWNbJir0beMwHeB9PxYpOBro2ANaMQO0Yv-h4rooZzTxRdJtdz1qMmTMRiSkXnBqO3FhSN3_CrVcwcbCUfZUudzePvZEcT0tdHpQHcjNx6EWLzYrtvDf/s16000/christmas-eve-pork-curry.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a pot of kid-friendly pork curry with lots of potatoes and carrots. I discovered that caramelizing one onion elevates the flavor of this curry. I've shared a similar <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/08/easy-peasy-japanese-pork-curry.html" target="_blank">recipe in one of my previous blog posts</a>.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw4UbKzjqAvFzNVfBycL1WDj7K_p8vP3uZ8UGJp_03Fm3pwYHGEVnIBeUHYUCJUz9GjFzqxWNGvC_iy2IMyt1Xt2gq1kGSxaKBTROQM4FaWYiBdli3jqtimCqBo9uXTGM1MpNGGXfUBW-IDLD14CBQuYyIKsNNHWI_39fZHhzBNkuyoBJ3BTlwUSDew0Ch/s4624/christmas-eve-pasta.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw4UbKzjqAvFzNVfBycL1WDj7K_p8vP3uZ8UGJp_03Fm3pwYHGEVnIBeUHYUCJUz9GjFzqxWNGvC_iy2IMyt1Xt2gq1kGSxaKBTROQM4FaWYiBdli3jqtimCqBo9uXTGM1MpNGGXfUBW-IDLD14CBQuYyIKsNNHWI_39fZHhzBNkuyoBJ3BTlwUSDew0Ch/s16000/christmas-eve-pasta.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a stir-fried pasta dish in olive oil with green chilies, button mushroom, and chicken breast. Best eaten with grated cheese and chili flakes.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-mCYv6fy3gyoeo4fRD8FmVidcyB_YtZUdmhsn7i4nt89qLisI166fB6rIIinL0kIBXD00E_IMmnpL6Nur1zU_aUz7l2Vy2_uzYgdCJBzQJ0j9RY6-ThNp02gI7d2PzAAs8hY7uvMbBhjaKLFK4j0GsAZ2TypXa2-XJO2Aabo-szar0OJLKVrB-OibNR4m/s4624/christmas-eve-salad.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-mCYv6fy3gyoeo4fRD8FmVidcyB_YtZUdmhsn7i4nt89qLisI166fB6rIIinL0kIBXD00E_IMmnpL6Nur1zU_aUz7l2Vy2_uzYgdCJBzQJ0j9RY6-ThNp02gI7d2PzAAs8hY7uvMbBhjaKLFK4j0GsAZ2TypXa2-XJO2Aabo-szar0OJLKVrB-OibNR4m/s16000/christmas-eve-salad.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is mixed vegetables salad - lettuce, white cabbage, carrot, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and sweet corn kernels. Best eaten as is or with your favorite seasoning.<br /></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7izNa6EJTZDs1ZIAbc_mFmVyXIzLIGKxdOY2yVN_m9HM0LtztZymQJBtz2GV2AemPzNtASeVBdThQFGFHQoWYhxU9On9MmTaTGz_neznFNsabH7UG9hhxkm-2bcWvzH988LKB_v-N2BfLL6ZKkMELhWV1K5OYTOYg7vOnynQbUfiQ5dpGjcVnAwy2P7gt/s4624/christmas-eve-cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7izNa6EJTZDs1ZIAbc_mFmVyXIzLIGKxdOY2yVN_m9HM0LtztZymQJBtz2GV2AemPzNtASeVBdThQFGFHQoWYhxU9On9MmTaTGz_neznFNsabH7UG9hhxkm-2bcWvzH988LKB_v-N2BfLL6ZKkMELhWV1K5OYTOYg7vOnynQbUfiQ5dpGjcVnAwy2P7gt/s16000/christmas-eve-cake.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This
is a sponge cake with layers of fresh cream and fruits. I really adore that joyous burst of colors and festive vibes.<br /></div></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiat1LWid2V53377bHsoT8aIkCggTEy7-8Nu_NEb2KtIJ1RbSyo-oGJSoPJLsr6ILHS3fCP6JdmgatnPPWfyjFUUxKLMVCnbO0d-Grf2QupWw1ocuyfYLcSrkHRUimMAERfFzK5lQL5k3ooTNuZkiLcYSK8j2Pm8Aywc9RQMCrm2uLfCalDa59RTeCAAyvB/s4624/christmas-eve-dessert.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiat1LWid2V53377bHsoT8aIkCggTEy7-8Nu_NEb2KtIJ1RbSyo-oGJSoPJLsr6ILHS3fCP6JdmgatnPPWfyjFUUxKLMVCnbO0d-Grf2QupWw1ocuyfYLcSrkHRUimMAERfFzK5lQL5k3ooTNuZkiLcYSK8j2Pm8Aywc9RQMCrm2uLfCalDa59RTeCAAyvB/s16000/christmas-eve-dessert.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are fresh fruits and agar-agar (the green ones). <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinNZD5_kyQnI6sIe8R6-es7B2Mh6kqtFeLcQ1vyp1-B3jaJfxQG_xKH_SXJn3nJVEz9_BPI0LvxNQCDK7pnXvsEEDu__dwf1plHEbxmtghcBp45DSTcDwiKf_RbwgavJrZWwy2VJy1VGu7eefBhzA_QZx7JRLfHp6Lw4LFLGjluKDq6ZXizZTPon2UKy2O/s4624/crispy-combo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinNZD5_kyQnI6sIe8R6-es7B2Mh6kqtFeLcQ1vyp1-B3jaJfxQG_xKH_SXJn3nJVEz9_BPI0LvxNQCDK7pnXvsEEDu__dwf1plHEbxmtghcBp45DSTcDwiKf_RbwgavJrZWwy2VJy1VGu7eefBhzA_QZx7JRLfHp6Lw4LFLGjluKDq6ZXizZTPon2UKy2O/s16000/crispy-combo.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/crispy-combo-by-zoeys-homemade.html" target="_blank">Crispy Combo Platter</a> by Zoey's Homemade. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi1YB_zVa3xvZ0pAIRRMXcXwrKLddqAJMJNO8iGjl_fNf-JJ1LSismFce-V87EM4W3FoVFVf99KxfH-iZELuPW5lRjDSRKM4Xeq_68WDq4rk52BuqVohg2ilRTPxSrWpw98cLWAOulNuPW0VLnZn5_ry28TWBM_vcOt0bR8s9TJ84AV-KKBWCCrX_tSDaP/s4624/crispy-combo-eat.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi1YB_zVa3xvZ0pAIRRMXcXwrKLddqAJMJNO8iGjl_fNf-JJ1LSismFce-V87EM4W3FoVFVf99KxfH-iZELuPW5lRjDSRKM4Xeq_68WDq4rk52BuqVohg2ilRTPxSrWpw98cLWAOulNuPW0VLnZn5_ry28TWBM_vcOt0bR8s9TJ84AV-KKBWCCrX_tSDaP/s16000/crispy-combo-eat.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My eldest kiddo enjoying the Crispy Combo goodies - chicken nuggets, tempura fish, tempura sea prawn, crispy popcorn chicken, and tater tots.<br /></div><br /><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-56251120690757265762023-12-26T21:42:00.000+08:002023-12-26T21:42:54.023+08:00Crispy Combo by Zoey's Homemade<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGexUjM2k1ZdvaDpyYAa8_jne2hoeootkXQ6EKO3IHZx1KQgTqOLh0PXobdMtU1Uw_wBb_HlMrcn1qVSPOqBGtpQlHvbNSbHuV0gvILXIhKCYY5Lf1St-i2KBfTpCyZRm_qDk0cqnkq1Nf1Di5Pn3xemzOodwnMZWgjz5dHDbf5vY7RoQio4RD5WgqCV7l/s4624/crispy-combo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGexUjM2k1ZdvaDpyYAa8_jne2hoeootkXQ6EKO3IHZx1KQgTqOLh0PXobdMtU1Uw_wBb_HlMrcn1qVSPOqBGtpQlHvbNSbHuV0gvILXIhKCYY5Lf1St-i2KBfTpCyZRm_qDk0cqnkq1Nf1Di5Pn3xemzOodwnMZWgjz5dHDbf5vY7RoQio4RD5WgqCV7l/s16000/crispy-combo.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;">Introducing the Crispy Combo Platter as one of the featured dishes for our Christmas Eve dinner!</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><h3 style="text-align: center;">"Unboxing" Video of Crispy Combo<br /></h3><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="702" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid033fhWipuhytt9THE2nh426s2sEECZcMT4Nt8332n5W5pj6QD2csf8VWdpuuTZ2EBQl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe><br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;"> </div><h3 style="text-align: center;">What's Packed in the Crunchy Fiesta of Crispy Combo?</h3><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Perfect for any occasion, this <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/crispy-combo/" target="_blank">Crispy Combo</a> crafted by <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/search/label/Zoey%27s%20Homemade?&max-results=20" target="_blank">Zoey's Homemade</a> is a delightful ensemble of treats that
guarantees to satisfy your snack cravings with a burst of irresistible
crunch and crispy goodness.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiB2hwn1Vhx_oGHqs2UJ0YAENMuVMeVPvaxp8aqIIZUTzz0Wjxo10eKhdU7xluLhnP3hUUu9vj0S0Botb1sItia94l5wArv1rnGl-k72WKrBLFSbX1GD52GXEKI5Ofv518imCMat0JMjdPtsgFdfMsmQegOIBweU7wRuBuWTsDSOV05VL796B9KXt2pYBg/s4624/zoey-homemade-crispy-popcorn-chicken.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiB2hwn1Vhx_oGHqs2UJ0YAENMuVMeVPvaxp8aqIIZUTzz0Wjxo10eKhdU7xluLhnP3hUUu9vj0S0Botb1sItia94l5wArv1rnGl-k72WKrBLFSbX1GD52GXEKI5Ofv518imCMat0JMjdPtsgFdfMsmQegOIBweU7wRuBuWTsDSOV05VL796B9KXt2pYBg/s16000/zoey-homemade-crispy-popcorn-chicken.jpg" /></a> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🍿</span></span> Crispy Popcorn Chicken <span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🍿</span></span></h4> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Crispy chicken popcorns are made exclusively from chicken breast, free from fillers, and coated with a crispy, seasoned coating. Ideal for snacking, as an appetizer, or a swift lunch option, this is a
favorite among kids (and adults too!) and pairs perfectly with a variety of dipping
sauces.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnpYvpSjZaE6il-ZI5mpHDRxgFfKsW0yLR8ZtEiWq8UpjaEch534tO1pXrHgrPOlLtNWxHjICj6046-3lfzPaMSx_FIqA5j8-DUEUslIfj136RSP9OKkLQ7klK4yq50LYBZy86aQdV9XKuEK2GXA1arKI80b8P_YOTOGzTb9DcPGnQ1wONcWRSi5tYTe_h/s4624/zoey-homemade-potato-tots.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnpYvpSjZaE6il-ZI5mpHDRxgFfKsW0yLR8ZtEiWq8UpjaEch534tO1pXrHgrPOlLtNWxHjICj6046-3lfzPaMSx_FIqA5j8-DUEUslIfj136RSP9OKkLQ7klK4yq50LYBZy86aQdV9XKuEK2GXA1arKI80b8P_YOTOGzTb9DcPGnQ1wONcWRSi5tYTe_h/s16000/zoey-homemade-potato-tots.jpg" /></a> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🥔 Imported Potato Tots </span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🥔</span></span> </h4> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These potato tots are made from 100% real imported potatoes, free from
trans-fat and cholesterol. Definitely only the natural goodness of potatoes
that I'm proud to serve to my family. Watch as your kiddos (and adults too!) happily devour them! <br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjTi4U8t4cetvxAkzFo2BlM0zoGrmcuOlLuwCqO2I5YabQ_5vH7sYfnTKGwEQCUFm-EmdajnJdlMw50EreqqpqPGSp9LLz_maGgms9BtK7HceKWA9vkRP8FFQ_yGEVwj1B2mZlK8LngcyLmMvJkaCNtZNDnX2TuXgDelvw55cmNthJkud3qBfmhBft9JMS/s4624/zoey-homemade-signature-chicken-nugget.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjTi4U8t4cetvxAkzFo2BlM0zoGrmcuOlLuwCqO2I5YabQ_5vH7sYfnTKGwEQCUFm-EmdajnJdlMw50EreqqpqPGSp9LLz_maGgms9BtK7HceKWA9vkRP8FFQ_yGEVwj1B2mZlK8LngcyLmMvJkaCNtZNDnX2TuXgDelvw55cmNthJkud3qBfmhBft9JMS/s16000/zoey-homemade-signature-chicken-nugget.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🍗 Signature Chicken Nugget</span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"> 🍗</span></span> </h4> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These timeless delight for kids (and adults too!) are crafted with
100% fresh chicken breast and natural ingredients. No mysteries, no nasties, guaranteed just
pure goodness in every bite! <br /></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDWl-Hgou1UmwShFLIWHvBSifteWyIoEtgVCtGZ2BLQ2JgpfDSzyKdHEFxf08a2MU97GNiVfjuRbN07ci60WDNvKTYQnh8nC17XeSym4YIyYL56j5m87lcdb5OGNNqIremiOSKqivXFhvg_K-B6Kt94PbYsb9umXtSFa34_4m5yUdDwMOnwNLP8ojmM411/s4624/zoey-homemade-tempura-fish-nugget.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDWl-Hgou1UmwShFLIWHvBSifteWyIoEtgVCtGZ2BLQ2JgpfDSzyKdHEFxf08a2MU97GNiVfjuRbN07ci60WDNvKTYQnh8nC17XeSym4YIyYL56j5m87lcdb5OGNNqIremiOSKqivXFhvg_K-B6Kt94PbYsb9umXtSFa34_4m5yUdDwMOnwNLP8ojmM411/s16000/zoey-homemade-tempura-fish-nugget.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🐟 Signature Tempura Fish </span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🐟</span></span> </h4> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Coated in a crispy tempura batter, these Tempura Fish Nuggets strike a
delightful balance between a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky inside.
Versatile enough to be enjoyed as a finger food or as a complement to the main meal. <br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihkjCnd-hvOewsjzDKS4p575NtAfcNyLRX_4RqsGCwGVF77_xmg7Oy1f3TTiqj8YUHEdEsAHYQx4uUJqAeEeYocOd-dYJu7gd-SLxUcqxXF_U4iRo9HZIOXNs5If283deviPXcEN6akB7bvyT28Z40XAc1yhWuUXkK1V-IkeR4LvG_BtSY0lv1Pl3jO2lI/s4624/zoey-homemade-tempura-sea-prawn.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihkjCnd-hvOewsjzDKS4p575NtAfcNyLRX_4RqsGCwGVF77_xmg7Oy1f3TTiqj8YUHEdEsAHYQx4uUJqAeEeYocOd-dYJu7gd-SLxUcqxXF_U4iRo9HZIOXNs5If283deviPXcEN6akB7bvyT28Z40XAc1yhWuUXkK1V-IkeR4LvG_BtSY0lv1Pl3jO2lI/s16000/zoey-homemade-tempura-sea-prawn.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🦐 Tempura Sea Prawn </span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🦐</span></span> </h4> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These crispy Tempura Sea Prawns are made from <span data-sheets-root="1" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":15167,"3":{"1":0},"4":{"1":2,"2":16776960},"5":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"6":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"7":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"8":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"11":4,"12":0,"14":{"1":3,"3":1},"15":"Calibri","16":11}" data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"Experience a burst of flavour with our Tempura Sea Prawns! These crispy delights are crafted without phosphates for a natural and wholesome dining treat. Enjoy the succulent perfection of premium sea prawns, seasoned and fried to golden deliciousness. Elevate your dining with the irresistible charm of the ocean's finest.\n\nIngredients: Sea Prawn, Wheat Flour, Potato Starch, Spices, Salt"}">premium sea prawns, seasoned and fried to golden deliciousness. </span>Versatile enough to be enjoyed as a finger food or as a complement to the main meal.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL2V9KQc6oGPWiiKetD05WUscOgVD-ra-Irr7-LX4muFA3mHN1axD29WG0aEn5NkY1swviYF5RL8V0tnMxMOaak3R8OxbajJQA5r2eFQDqQ4wtk2-4jn2eIQUeYIForFbB2Pz99R4Nrg_igTpK3Cuc1LmJ0Wxh0WrxpgKWUjNwyBfV93tgzky8Jja1Klld/s4624/zoey-homemade-creamy-tomato-sauce.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL2V9KQc6oGPWiiKetD05WUscOgVD-ra-Irr7-LX4muFA3mHN1axD29WG0aEn5NkY1swviYF5RL8V0tnMxMOaak3R8OxbajJQA5r2eFQDqQ4wtk2-4jn2eIQUeYIForFbB2Pz99R4Nrg_igTpK3Cuc1LmJ0Wxh0WrxpgKWUjNwyBfV93tgzky8Jja1Klld/s16000/zoey-homemade-creamy-tomato-sauce.jpg" /></a></div></span></span><h4><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🍅 Creamy Tomato Sauce </span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🍅</span></span></h4> </div><div style="text-align: center;">Enjoy the irresistible crunch of all the signature items above paired with a yummy creamy tomato sauce.<span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"> I have also used this same creamy tomato sauce to make <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/12/zoey-homemade-dinner-options.html" target="_blank">pasta</a>.<br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8HeiJpnpJreh9aB3YJxhFrsoNpyOsHvclCT8774pzvBdfcYHp1tbmACHVxVJjeL5OGWEhpkz8K53ex1_txh9WAD8nEs52GKDkV54SRhrIF6rrTFiIDYljiIkPpWx9xZng-Bmq-TwJsuH6rU1bNX1jb7vYvbyR8KnNSlpRBrkNE_9tMxmKAPlQdC6yWFli/s4624/pumpkin-prosperity-box-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8HeiJpnpJreh9aB3YJxhFrsoNpyOsHvclCT8774pzvBdfcYHp1tbmACHVxVJjeL5OGWEhpkz8K53ex1_txh9WAD8nEs52GKDkV54SRhrIF6rrTFiIDYljiIkPpWx9xZng-Bmq-TwJsuH6rU1bNX1jb7vYvbyR8KnNSlpRBrkNE_9tMxmKAPlQdC6yWFli/s16000/pumpkin-prosperity-box-01.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsk0QqrtqMGIlkrBrDHpxDThAA5CWZEerYb8YFtGkrcWDLwmCSkUV9xSAhThg8nkbTejzTWjlDmJjAbgAh_r6rshxsluA7KwjPFgYUElacEFie10p-3JNM4-tvfrK4yuDG-FwX8pKlowhzSxNX_tttCT6Up6cBDuPzuRaIY1A5lJuNaNHfp18kLVmHVD7u/s4624/pumpkin-prosperity-box-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsk0QqrtqMGIlkrBrDHpxDThAA5CWZEerYb8YFtGkrcWDLwmCSkUV9xSAhThg8nkbTejzTWjlDmJjAbgAh_r6rshxsluA7KwjPFgYUElacEFie10p-3JNM4-tvfrK4yuDG-FwX8pKlowhzSxNX_tttCT6Up6cBDuPzuRaIY1A5lJuNaNHfp18kLVmHVD7u/s16000/pumpkin-prosperity-box-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4 style="text-align: center;"><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🎃 Pumpkin Prosperity Box </span></span><span class="x1lliihq x1plvlek xryxfnj x1n2onr6 x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" dir="auto" style="--base-line-clamp-line-height: 18px; line-height: var(--base-line-clamp-line-height);"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x1fj9vlw x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 x1i0vuye xvs91rp xo1l8bm x5n08af x10wh9bi x1wdrske x8viiok x18hxmgj" style="line-height: 18px;">🎃</span></span></h4><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x1f6kntn xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x1f6kntn xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto">I affectionately call the Crispy Combo as the Prosperity set because it comes with a cute pumpkin prosperity box! <span class="x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xhhsvwb xat24cr xgzva0m xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img alt="😍" class="xz74otr" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2/1/16/1f60d.png" width="16" /></span></span> <br /></div><br /></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGexUjM2k1ZdvaDpyYAa8_jne2hoeootkXQ6EKO3IHZx1KQgTqOLh0PXobdMtU1Uw_wBb_HlMrcn1qVSPOqBGtpQlHvbNSbHuV0gvILXIhKCYY5Lf1St-i2KBfTpCyZRm_qDk0cqnkq1Nf1Di5Pn3xemzOodwnMZWgjz5dHDbf5vY7RoQio4RD5WgqCV7l/s4624/crispy-combo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGexUjM2k1ZdvaDpyYAa8_jne2hoeootkXQ6EKO3IHZx1KQgTqOLh0PXobdMtU1Uw_wBb_HlMrcn1qVSPOqBGtpQlHvbNSbHuV0gvILXIhKCYY5Lf1St-i2KBfTpCyZRm_qDk0cqnkq1Nf1Di5Pn3xemzOodwnMZWgjz5dHDbf5vY7RoQio4RD5WgqCV7l/s16000/crispy-combo.jpg" /> </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">🛒 Place your online order at <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/crispy-combo/" target="_blank">Zoey's Homemade</a>. Have fun shopping! 😁</div><div style="text-align: center;"><p class="_ap3a _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade"> </p></div>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-77921530594025405912023-12-23T11:59:00.001+08:002023-12-27T14:46:08.154+08:00WHO Well-Being Challenge - Stress Less, Eat Better, Move More<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjulZW_Omhknc92A1fpn7nAHYdS93C8DKQtWLSaO0PlLFZz_jTyRLoLeUM7tBTH9q1cJOFWxE7CbcRylngtVWuJT4XHAi2vAtYEY0JY1SS6-RPAqER4r4TN0_1hZhBLEkuvhXnlimZjJ4pDD7_41a4LNcFhHT6GInLFKZsUiW1HZvMB_1zjp1NDlOThM_fU/s1640/dealing-with-stress-who.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjulZW_Omhknc92A1fpn7nAHYdS93C8DKQtWLSaO0PlLFZz_jTyRLoLeUM7tBTH9q1cJOFWxE7CbcRylngtVWuJT4XHAi2vAtYEY0JY1SS6-RPAqER4r4TN0_1hZhBLEkuvhXnlimZjJ4pDD7_41a4LNcFhHT6GInLFKZsUiW1HZvMB_1zjp1NDlOThM_fU/s16000/dealing-with-stress-who.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The WHO Well-Being Challenge aims to help us increase our well-being in three specific areas to support us in improving our general health and well-being. The three areas are:<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>1. Stress less,</b> where we learn simple stress management techniques.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>2. Eat Better, </b>where we can improve our health and well-being by making small changes to our eating habits.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>3. Move more, </b>where we improve our physical health by simply walking.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXz8mdv5czCgX8bmPUbsBpVL6MCg-PLCHvu41xOioChvbaWKaw0UShw-3XjQQtDKgJHQUUTVNQ6_L6TT8-q_KRa_aenw44goVz63HmrC-7EAB3qDxMFJZbvWNoZfCdV8ECULXL1b_oXc8qjLS66oL2kzili6ufoJT-ULza0Hgcb_WMrkHFJFj2xtlkWnhw/s1640/keep-calm.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXz8mdv5czCgX8bmPUbsBpVL6MCg-PLCHvu41xOioChvbaWKaw0UShw-3XjQQtDKgJHQUUTVNQ6_L6TT8-q_KRa_aenw44goVz63HmrC-7EAB3qDxMFJZbvWNoZfCdV8ECULXL1b_oXc8qjLS66oL2kzili6ufoJT-ULza0Hgcb_WMrkHFJFj2xtlkWnhw/s16000/keep-calm.png" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#1: Stress Less - Doing What Matters in Times of Stress</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Stress is a natural human response that makes us react to challenges and threats in our lives. It basically means feeling troubled or threatened. Everyone experiences stress to some degree at times. A little stress can be good and it's generally not a problem. However, too much stress can cause issues to physical and mental health. It's the way we respond to stress that makes a big difference to our overall well-being.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">According to WHO, there are 5 skills which are easy to learn and can be used for just a few minutes each day to help us reduce stress. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b> </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4><b>Grounding, Unhooking, Acting on Values, Being Kind, </b><b>Making Room</b></h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I won't go into details but I'll highlight the key points. If you want to read the full details, do visit <a href="http://bit.ly/WHOStressManagement" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/WHOStressManagement</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's an example that WHO used to describe how to apply the 5 skills.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">First, <b>notice</b> how you're feeling and what you're thinking. Then, you <b>breathe </b>into the difficult thoughts and feelings, and let the breath flow into and around them. This is the grounding step.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you're feeling pain or having difficult thoughts (this means you're hooked), <b>notice</b> it with curiosity. Notice its shape, size, and temperature, and silently name it - "I notice here's a difficult thought". Your pain might get bigger or smaller; it might stay or it might go. Then, you <b>refocus</b> on what you're doing at the time the difficult feelings emerge. This is the unhooking step.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There are three approaches when it comes to dealing with difficult situations. Number one, leave. Number two, change what can be changed, accept the pain that cannot be changed, and live by your values. Number three, give up and move away from your values. This is the <b>acting on values</b> step.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Even in the most difficult situations, there are ways we can act on our values of <b>kindness</b> and caring. Even tiny little actions of kindness can make a difference. This includes kind words. Not just for others, but for ourselves, too! Try speaking to yourself kindly. When you're kind to yourself, you'll have energy to be kind to others too. This is the being kind step.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Finally, the aim of all the steps above is to simply <b>make room</b>, to allow the difficult situation to be there, to stop fighting it, and to give it space.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The key is to practice until we're familiar about dealing with stressful situations in our life.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCqifayz56KnLqcnv85eBEN3b73q_9cRwxAVqrsTW8W-CQg1E6ytGKQWBy3jiKNerxz4WFAx90axzvmPIORS3N-YSyPj9eJ0b9e3LxVYeCOt5gMWTF_-K79GBalUuBl2YvqU_ZyZongIzWs1FN_mSG46T-ucuubcv2bLodWOTyirTmFw46KG6dl1Kw583N/s1640/eat-better.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCqifayz56KnLqcnv85eBEN3b73q_9cRwxAVqrsTW8W-CQg1E6ytGKQWBy3jiKNerxz4WFAx90axzvmPIORS3N-YSyPj9eJ0b9e3LxVYeCOt5gMWTF_-K79GBalUuBl2YvqU_ZyZongIzWs1FN_mSG46T-ucuubcv2bLodWOTyirTmFw46KG6dl1Kw583N/s16000/eat-better.png" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#2: Eat Better - Good Nutrition Reduces the Likelihood of Developing Health Problems</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The four important principles for eating better are as follows.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Eating a mix of foods for a healthy you</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To stay healthy, it's important to eat different types of food every day. Include different kinds of foods like a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains (unprocessed maize, millet, oats, wheat and brown rice), legumes (lentils, beans and peas), and animal products (lean meat, fish, eggs, and low-fat and unsweetened dairy products) in your diet every day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Keep an eye on your salt intake</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Don't eat more than 5 grams a day, which is equal to just one teaspoon. Cut back on salty sauces and condiments. Watch out for canned and dried foods, they are usually very high in sodium. Eat fewer processed foods. Always read the labels on food products to be aware of the amount of hidden sodium.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Limit fats, oils and sugar</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Swap butter, ghee, and lard with healthier oils like olive, soybean, sunflower, or corn oil. Go for chicken or fish instead of fatty red meat. Choose low-fat or reduced-fat milk and dairy products. Don't eat too much processed meat. Stay away from foods that have bad fats (trans fats) - these are often found in fried and baked goods. Try cooking your food by steaming or boiling instead of frying. Cut back on sweets and sugary drinks. Pick fresh fruits instead of sugary snacks like cookies and cakes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>More water, less alcohol</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Choose water when you can instead of those sugary drinks. Water is safe and doesn't cost much. Drinking alcohol can lead to injuries, liver damage, cancer, heart issues, and even mental health problems. There's actually no safe amount of alcohol. So, it's best to avoid it altogether for a healthier lifestyle. In summary, prioritize hydration with water and abstain from alcohol for better overall health.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3itHbYHoS6pyAAIgizy_aokLBovSgfXv5s1N-DJH7-G3rwQ5CVkil0CbbNPUZRfN3L3n_XA-3JeWduoxi_gSUkiIBrdVjjxjNxSJ6KsqpCR_Si3vHpe5QyK4QY7wDx8iYPSuLy5sUxMe2-EPb3zDAyQ8odexuM37EJFwyJ4_bMlIxFXXRL4H_5abBAsl0/s1640/move-more.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3itHbYHoS6pyAAIgizy_aokLBovSgfXv5s1N-DJH7-G3rwQ5CVkil0CbbNPUZRfN3L3n_XA-3JeWduoxi_gSUkiIBrdVjjxjNxSJ6KsqpCR_Si3vHpe5QyK4QY7wDx8iYPSuLy5sUxMe2-EPb3zDAyQ8odexuM37EJFwyJ4_bMlIxFXXRL4H_5abBAsl0/s16000/move-more.png" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#3: Move More - Regular Physical Activity is Good for Our Heart, Body and Mind</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />Make physical activity a priority, as it benefits our heart, body and mind, prevents and manages diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes, and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Starting with walking 10 minutes a day </h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">WHO recommends walking 10 minutes a day for people who are just getting started in their physical activity routine. Once you're more comfortable with walking daily, it is recommended to do 30 minutes of exercise every day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Set aside just 10 minutes each day. Walking - at any pace - is incredibly good for you! When you start to walk, pick a speed you can manage. Walking, no matter how fast, is good for you. Choose a pace that feels comfortable. Make being active a priority to feel healthier and happier. Think about tomorrow and find a good time for a short walk. Every minute you walk is a step toward feeling even better! Find what works best for you! Remember to write down how many minutes you walk each day. </div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-12245957165712396692023-12-21T12:43:00.001+08:002023-12-21T12:43:43.634+08:00Opt for Zoey's Homemade for Dinner When You Run Out of Ideas!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_zms1HSS_bDraWnNq-3Qz6G5987aHe5C8Hud-Pne2wwlNK3GrrU-Hy072Z_spJfLfXOPwI8p1-_hKAs_718Mp5mgFyYVi-y5vnewfxDc3k-8aB53I9OXw4eK0S4mG9i4Ngw8R17CDD5nz4E8P5MGqR33li1Ao9IqDmwuKW8MVC9vBBHzDRiK2o3M-pRie/s1640/what-to-cook.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_zms1HSS_bDraWnNq-3Qz6G5987aHe5C8Hud-Pne2wwlNK3GrrU-Hy072Z_spJfLfXOPwI8p1-_hKAs_718Mp5mgFyYVi-y5vnewfxDc3k-8aB53I9OXw4eK0S4mG9i4Ngw8R17CDD5nz4E8P5MGqR33li1Ao9IqDmwuKW8MVC9vBBHzDRiK2o3M-pRie/s16000/what-to-cook.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's true! I can testify that when I run out of ideas or when I'm in doubt about whether my kids will eat what I cook, I opt for <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2021/10/zoeys-homemade-healthy-homemade-food.html" target="_blank">Zoey Homemade's homemade food products</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>My haul of homemade frozen food products from Zoey's Homemade <br /></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="598" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjoycescapade%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02Dy5KnHp5CUiN5fuXLAwPrGUcvVwaA27ZW52mYNAPTWAwhYNdsALfehfWCp1rYTHUl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: center;">#1 - Pasta with Mushroom Sauce<br /></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPQeTkPODIUDTCnXOvpMPttKNvp5ZeWQYZxm6erKtVK88D9dRpdGiJJcis1y1bx16trcAKOXo6EjsK1m0qOHgl1M9G57Kthe-65VXoFfimAlAqnZnZlPk1MZAcNBoTgbIuSpJRDrZPHSoS1V1-_TdcfXemR8wAtRZ058IqrZk6noNyAt82gUQcTJB6vDnq/s4624/homecooked-pasta-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPQeTkPODIUDTCnXOvpMPttKNvp5ZeWQYZxm6erKtVK88D9dRpdGiJJcis1y1bx16trcAKOXo6EjsK1m0qOHgl1M9G57Kthe-65VXoFfimAlAqnZnZlPk1MZAcNBoTgbIuSpJRDrZPHSoS1V1-_TdcfXemR8wAtRZ058IqrZk6noNyAt82gUQcTJB6vDnq/s16000/homecooked-pasta-01.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Ingredients: </b>Dry pasta of your choice (about 2.5 cups), luncheon meat (diced, about 1 cup), 1 packet of <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/homemade-mushroom-soup-%c2%b1280g/" target="_blank">frozen homemade mushroom soup</a>, some milk, some water, salt to taste (optional).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Recently, I have been using this hassle-free way to cook one-pot pasta within 15-20 minutes for my two kiddos (10 and 7 years old).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">First of all, I boil the pasta until they are almost cooked through in some water (just enough to cover the pasta). This should take about 6-8 minutes. Don't drain, unless it's really too much water. Just eyeball it.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then I add in the luncheon meat cubes and frozen mushroom soup. When the frozen mushroom soup has melted, I let everything boils for a few minutes before adding in some milk (just enough to get the consistency that my kiddos like). Finally, some salt if necessary, and some black pepper.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3 style="text-align: center;">#2 - Pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSLSf83UHzFqd7-lqjy0Ke_EN4-jkOLdfVC8HI-VfIOU8cK6OQVMvWrvEkyufk0e6b1RppRENlD1AHGyWTXEZTxb3_xrgbcESSvqRdBaQVYmKky6jzuD1ZuM6lhC0G8YcaOtxJ6wyA_NU8lTttubSonxkpn5zy_68VzqkADwJ1YA45CKVJftWhRti_rmdK/s4624/homecooked-pasta-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSLSf83UHzFqd7-lqjy0Ke_EN4-jkOLdfVC8HI-VfIOU8cK6OQVMvWrvEkyufk0e6b1RppRENlD1AHGyWTXEZTxb3_xrgbcESSvqRdBaQVYmKky6jzuD1ZuM6lhC0G8YcaOtxJ6wyA_NU8lTttubSonxkpn5zy_68VzqkADwJ1YA45CKVJftWhRti_rmdK/s16000/homecooked-pasta-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Ingredients: </b>Dry pasta of your choice (about 2.5 cups), luncheon meat (diced, about 1 cup), 1 packet of <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/creamy-tomato-sauce-250g/" target="_blank">creamy tomato sauce</a>, 2 tablespoons kimchi sauce (optional), some water, salt to taste (optional).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The cooking method is similar to the above pasta with mushroom sauce. First
of all, I boil the pasta until they are almost cooked through in some
water (just enough to cover the pasta). This should take about 6-8
minutes. Don't drain, unless it's really too much water. Just eyeball
it.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then
I add in the luncheon meat cubes and frozen tomato sauce. When the
frozen tomato sauce has melted, I let everything boils for a few
minutes before adding in some water (just enough to get the consistency
that my kiddos like) and kimchi sauce (optional). Finally, some salt if necessary, and some black
pepper.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3 style="text-align: center;">#3 - Mashed Potato with Swedish Meatball<br /></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFq6WUjANEQpe_hkXC2w6NPZL70180LVrYSeyc2gcFZ7_DZaChEnKziFlyd8B75wKBSPbAiubQHObde5hB_S0r3aNDH7SKdrBzaY4obG6vFf4L2EqrVGFVDisZFEGc1NxA9gFpVa4VjAdP-UJ3wpNXPVGDM0V1ZLfjZxqeFxnyDppgdIHvfju-L_ux-S1P/s4624/mashed-potato-meatball.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFq6WUjANEQpe_hkXC2w6NPZL70180LVrYSeyc2gcFZ7_DZaChEnKziFlyd8B75wKBSPbAiubQHObde5hB_S0r3aNDH7SKdrBzaY4obG6vFf4L2EqrVGFVDisZFEGc1NxA9gFpVa4VjAdP-UJ3wpNXPVGDM0V1ZLfjZxqeFxnyDppgdIHvfju-L_ux-S1P/s16000/mashed-potato-meatball.jpg" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Ingredients:</b> <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/homemade-mashed-potato-with-brown-sauce-2pcs/" target="_blank">Mashed potato with brown sauce</a> and <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/swedish-meatball-with-creamy-tomato-sauce/" target="_blank">Swedish meatballs</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is super easy and quick to prepare! First of all, I defrost both the mashed potato and Swedish meatballs in the microwave by using the 'Defrost' setting. This is my preferred defrosting method, you can use other methods that you usually use.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then, while I steam the mashed potato over the stove for 15 minutes, I put the Swedish meatballs in an oven toaster at 180degC for about 15 minutes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Before serving, I drizzle the brown sauce that comes with the mashed potato all over the dish.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3 style="text-align: center;">#4 - Bacon Chips Hash<br /></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3GPEzE56Yg1DWU0lXDabTAU5SG-4uClmGwDTQR4TbIPROqfKudNzfSrFT3b6Oa_SsuSlTTLMeNpet9_Ynj0K1x2IFoS3tG7Ro_XDbcvdN4jaIfZdAzZ_1H9VA7ll49zZvSZFobABhRTRHO0AWn_525dQ27C1XXoJJ60XRwHIjTZajH2YqDe18gDK9FNZT/s4624/bacon-chips-hash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3GPEzE56Yg1DWU0lXDabTAU5SG-4uClmGwDTQR4TbIPROqfKudNzfSrFT3b6Oa_SsuSlTTLMeNpet9_Ynj0K1x2IFoS3tG7Ro_XDbcvdN4jaIfZdAzZ_1H9VA7ll49zZvSZFobABhRTRHO0AWn_525dQ27C1XXoJJ60XRwHIjTZajH2YqDe18gDK9FNZT/s16000/bacon-chips-hash.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Ingredients:</b> <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/bacon-chips/" target="_blank">Bacon chips</a> & luncheon meat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Inspired by a dish called Salt Beef Hash that I ate at Nutmeg Restaurant at BV2, I created my own version by using bacon chips and luncheon meat. (Alas, I forgot the potatoes!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I don't know how else should I describe this dish, other than I stir-fry both ingredients together in their own fats. Hahaha! I also fried some eggs and toasted some wholemeal pita.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNHTpfQ2geLLwgcLx6KiOGPoAVDQ1MsksL3UI_657PxTlYDmst85qrsHI2rqyvwssDvz5XRhBGMmxacSdqyYwWO1sXws8IBitNP_LzZDsjqaSLx6G9OHcsK5Ii5wIKKoC1x96KWwDoiDB0zOQGMDaAA5de44nLnSE524Z3EFqZeu-IkIS7FOm2qYr5IDSH/s4624/pita-pocket.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNHTpfQ2geLLwgcLx6KiOGPoAVDQ1MsksL3UI_657PxTlYDmst85qrsHI2rqyvwssDvz5XRhBGMmxacSdqyYwWO1sXws8IBitNP_LzZDsjqaSLx6G9OHcsK5Ii5wIKKoC1x96KWwDoiDB0zOQGMDaAA5de44nLnSE524Z3EFqZeu-IkIS7FOm2qYr5IDSH/s16000/pita-pocket.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The delicious bacon chips and luncheon meat hash is stuffed inside these wholemeal pita (with pockets).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3 style="text-align: center;">#5 - Marshmallow Bun<br /></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFGxsPFZZS9sa7ueICqldRTw-XLyZCgU5mqtvvvIvTuAC06xhewXj4_7xDKnmaIqyIWJhbSJi7HnzjpBcrVgTyX6_OQLG3i_PGaQFPVIgKD9a2XMj8pVCAJPFKR-_eOs1HyC7qy11-s9BvKM_hlp9l579PToPB2wXmJUROeU2DeHzXpy8cWmudxIOrUxE8/s4624/rainbow-marshmallow-mini-mantao.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFGxsPFZZS9sa7ueICqldRTw-XLyZCgU5mqtvvvIvTuAC06xhewXj4_7xDKnmaIqyIWJhbSJi7HnzjpBcrVgTyX6_OQLG3i_PGaQFPVIgKD9a2XMj8pVCAJPFKR-_eOs1HyC7qy11-s9BvKM_hlp9l579PToPB2wXmJUROeU2DeHzXpy8cWmudxIOrUxE8/s16000/rainbow-marshmallow-mini-mantao.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com/product/mini-veggie-mantao-45-50pcs/" target="_blank">marshmallow buns</a> are healthy mini mantaos made from pumpkin puree, purple sweet potato puree, pandan juice, blue pea flower juice, black sesame, red yeast rice, and extra virgin coconut oil. You can choose the sugar-less version too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These buns are my 7-year-old's absolute favorite snack. They are so easy to prepare. Just defrost and steam. Steaming takes about 5 minutes only.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have many more <a href="https://www.zoeyhomemade.com" target="_blank">Zoey's Homemade</a> food products that I want to share, so stay tuned to my upcoming blog posts!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with Zoey's Homemade. Clicking the product links above will not generate any income.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-10228546445818336842023-12-16T23:09:00.001+08:002024-01-04T14:21:38.421+08:00December Diaries: Capturing Life's Little Moments<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhepsTvh1GDlkzI5wctwfXKLIDKawBRab0Z5a3KFeiuFGMmjuK948oXVcNh3fmQWMjtZqm039JSV_2yzSilnxhLtzRg-N96HWZXbN3yQF2NgwWWgvIkzvXEw-JE2SnXa050aNIdTxmK78KEAYlflzsNV0rBfo3-bITiDvYH3yPasQgUyUkVvzwEbEtEql1K/s1640/hello-december.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhepsTvh1GDlkzI5wctwfXKLIDKawBRab0Z5a3KFeiuFGMmjuK948oXVcNh3fmQWMjtZqm039JSV_2yzSilnxhLtzRg-N96HWZXbN3yQF2NgwWWgvIkzvXEw-JE2SnXa050aNIdTxmK78KEAYlflzsNV0rBfo3-bITiDvYH3yPasQgUyUkVvzwEbEtEql1K/s16000/hello-december.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This post is dedicated to the first half of December 2023, where I'll delve into the little
snippets and moments of my life during this month, capturing them
through photo.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#1 - Christmas tree</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8V_byN-UZswRoaERRm69MBcoJxyQNCLgJHZZZWVkyXrvTWIuKTQw2OsdXrFgv2kIPnoegnoMv1CShZjrL378OTriLTnzgE8WzsDIiP-zLQOBUOoM7GM0Eccg9qNSHc7ALr_AixXICFfFr8bdTvrYdJLDLgoEDkTjfhtUtCLnFN3VLroM799GxYS5iTqi/s4624/christmas-tree-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8V_byN-UZswRoaERRm69MBcoJxyQNCLgJHZZZWVkyXrvTWIuKTQw2OsdXrFgv2kIPnoegnoMv1CShZjrL378OTriLTnzgE8WzsDIiP-zLQOBUOoM7GM0Eccg9qNSHc7ALr_AixXICFfFr8bdTvrYdJLDLgoEDkTjfhtUtCLnFN3VLroM799GxYS5iTqi/s16000/christmas-tree-01.jpg" /></a> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We have put up the Christmas tree 🎄 in our new home. This would mark the beginning of the very first Christmas in our new home. ❤️🏠</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#2 - Soju & Milkis</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6PJd9OddNNQYEEy6fYNdkY973QT0WcqBCzGqST_-xb8lAT1Nw-Tq45yamg_h2DGFhyphenhyphenE4AAtOnAEIBC97ULheq8b1_URub63K4fE_op2AnpR29ONrTbX0FQ4Mj3OHiAn7dxSU9GV3beL2bzNzwICpalRCM4ylHT0k8iRXbbcPIlDzI5FHR_5WEpaaPf9yc/s4624/christmas-drinks-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6PJd9OddNNQYEEy6fYNdkY973QT0WcqBCzGqST_-xb8lAT1Nw-Tq45yamg_h2DGFhyphenhyphenE4AAtOnAEIBC97ULheq8b1_URub63K4fE_op2AnpR29ONrTbX0FQ4Mj3OHiAn7dxSU9GV3beL2bzNzwICpalRCM4ylHT0k8iRXbbcPIlDzI5FHR_5WEpaaPf9yc/s16000/christmas-drinks-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After putting up the Christmas tree, it's time for celebratory drinks! So we opt for Soju with Milkis. 🍶🥛<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#3 - My personalized cup</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWssw7w_Ho_RVJmat2QKIYK97KeUxGEOuFpxTNMuUXkgBm4cpDvgtOL8TLRIPvibNlZgKyZ7vzBSQI1P8vvytwh_QSKDvtgSyh3Khf4DdWQvuUXXQa5YFJQAHBmf4J_dSHof8Mduu4CGSoauHdBlJ8swsnLkQrHtIqzCQ4c2G-aMzPNZtKNlMzW6V2p2td/s4624/christmas-mug-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWssw7w_Ho_RVJmat2QKIYK97KeUxGEOuFpxTNMuUXkgBm4cpDvgtOL8TLRIPvibNlZgKyZ7vzBSQI1P8vvytwh_QSKDvtgSyh3Khf4DdWQvuUXXQa5YFJQAHBmf4J_dSHof8Mduu4CGSoauHdBlJ8swsnLkQrHtIqzCQ4c2G-aMzPNZtKNlMzW6V2p2td/s16000/christmas-mug-01.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JEFIcULL5Vtt9Nq1MyGbv53zldigYSu9PzxCgYLdOM8qp8WYABKULVmEjhDPiYF1nVWtvpc8vIHq1IxE5FTvqxPD4P5lkRRUO6sViY4EYxmmejnSYixAl3qgg_igRfI_2AeI3rVUi1wgkM2q2sux1g2ANQoyL0uomamyEPifTvwHrUvCRpgWv6dsnJGx/s4624/christmas-mug-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JEFIcULL5Vtt9Nq1MyGbv53zldigYSu9PzxCgYLdOM8qp8WYABKULVmEjhDPiYF1nVWtvpc8vIHq1IxE5FTvqxPD4P5lkRRUO6sViY4EYxmmejnSYixAl3qgg_igRfI_2AeI3rVUi1wgkM2q2sux1g2ANQoyL0uomamyEPifTvwHrUvCRpgWv6dsnJGx/s16000/christmas-mug-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love this adorable glass cup with my name on it. It's perfect for a cuppa of my favorite drink. ☕☕<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#4 - Handcrafted mini "Mad Hatter" headband by my colleague</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYpSdpevZvtOA7BDnVC6xlnPGQwR77UVTFgNkTklpG-p5XGQ2K0hbpgfD1yrR6sL4PNu9FVOca_YsTT2aqpNGsJloy5lhOrQj29laLM0W6J8b_w_KAWLpbOyZA4MMFzW_o5Ypo3SM_I5U3jB61jWAaeg4iYGy6YWKXPXbcEiW-XUTOGfEaLqsK4xR1XV8d/s4624/christmas-headband.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYpSdpevZvtOA7BDnVC6xlnPGQwR77UVTFgNkTklpG-p5XGQ2K0hbpgfD1yrR6sL4PNu9FVOca_YsTT2aqpNGsJloy5lhOrQj29laLM0W6J8b_w_KAWLpbOyZA4MMFzW_o5Ypo3SM_I5U3jB61jWAaeg4iYGy6YWKXPXbcEiW-XUTOGfEaLqsK4xR1XV8d/s16000/christmas-headband.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Can you believe this handsome little "Mad Hatter" headband 🎩🎩 is handcrafted? My colleague who has a knack for crafts made this from scratch! I was really impressed with her handiwork.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#5 - My personalized keyboard</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Icrhl9ivDZlwyaisSr7sMfn7ip8XnRka2EcUG0Dt8AvIBZn__Deb4c1tRRYLoUWx4MjIJKFRXhNv8cCk46WRYkG-yp0nLM1ze9RjF64kQHyZS5fyjiNObySGRgv5w3DhL0axH_no5iUAviva1tB9woCixI1g0XP5tAjpQwFi_HsAdPnKlDUfxSKw1fgJ/s4624/keyboard-before.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Icrhl9ivDZlwyaisSr7sMfn7ip8XnRka2EcUG0Dt8AvIBZn__Deb4c1tRRYLoUWx4MjIJKFRXhNv8cCk46WRYkG-yp0nLM1ze9RjF64kQHyZS5fyjiNObySGRgv5w3DhL0axH_no5iUAviva1tB9woCixI1g0XP5tAjpQwFi_HsAdPnKlDUfxSKw1fgJ/s16000/keyboard-before.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK74-IybR8df4kbj7IYh2YZ6mVp9luJtbu0RlxdhwaE6_DAvtqzde0yb9iXwhlnDHed_VKUnapo_5qon3WgAyAP7jRUxq-kzof9GRjW8COjraGnE3S_0e4OihSApkAFxhF_oxyek_bEfzwVPoBzXees_EmEAqO9VRbNs4limhXe0v4HuzQ6S5fAU5NlBal/s4624/keyboard-after.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK74-IybR8df4kbj7IYh2YZ6mVp9luJtbu0RlxdhwaE6_DAvtqzde0yb9iXwhlnDHed_VKUnapo_5qon3WgAyAP7jRUxq-kzof9GRjW8COjraGnE3S_0e4OihSApkAFxhF_oxyek_bEfzwVPoBzXees_EmEAqO9VRbNs4limhXe0v4HuzQ6S5fAU5NlBal/s16000/keyboard-after.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This personalized keyboard is my early Christmas present. Hubby bought the green base. Then I wanted pink keys to match it. ⌨️⌨️<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>#6 - Handcrafted trifold wallet for my eldest boy</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI7CsB9VX83B4OsBRbPnkjeiKvvBZMF1J2s1tRaAhWxWFrMrmjnnvo_uLUL1RlNlitUCL9QepbU30pat4XDkouDNUdGVUIwZbgrVHJ341xmuYUMJOIB-8M6PkbIqbLV4kRWC7ofZmvAUWr-d1u8JKvaMO3Y_RK6n-ys7B_pStQ5XHL2UC1k6fDaZkgbxmp/s4624/trifold-wallet-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI7CsB9VX83B4OsBRbPnkjeiKvvBZMF1J2s1tRaAhWxWFrMrmjnnvo_uLUL1RlNlitUCL9QepbU30pat4XDkouDNUdGVUIwZbgrVHJ341xmuYUMJOIB-8M6PkbIqbLV4kRWC7ofZmvAUWr-d1u8JKvaMO3Y_RK6n-ys7B_pStQ5XHL2UC1k6fDaZkgbxmp/s16000/trifold-wallet-02.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3MH88P5V0P71igFh8vpD4ZQmcLMXWKnWQIaF1UqO9Z4g3KgGrZ9B0sbMGihHYH9ytO20J2rfeN9MoAUaBq5oMaP2VDXSb6nUqsJUIavTC6KXIMpzIk6tZ5vy9yh6xPcTKTSvzbYIHmApihOX0E3D6i_yvt4hwk8WKnK-ZQN_fw3MZgphCBwuG2rbfGnLR/s4624/trifold-wallet-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3MH88P5V0P71igFh8vpD4ZQmcLMXWKnWQIaF1UqO9Z4g3KgGrZ9B0sbMGihHYH9ytO20J2rfeN9MoAUaBq5oMaP2VDXSb6nUqsJUIavTC6KXIMpzIk6tZ5vy9yh6xPcTKTSvzbYIHmApihOX0E3D6i_yvt4hwk8WKnK-ZQN_fw3MZgphCBwuG2rbfGnLR/s16000/trifold-wallet-01.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguE4WAy0fp5sUhktYp9t5yU7gSRhcEdaOdpI1_1XffFEG313hjZoc2tHGGNcSfrAdH0gfW3OYW5_IHGIWVjhXURBP8n7w4KlfGdUmSgEggXKWuSVPhY7ox4pRRWUOveBvET3Rl6DmXxbuZm0HlvkxMtqj9nXbUiZ39LCpoYwXjj-ubQ-8cRqhaR_FZSXHP/s4624/trifold-wallet-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguE4WAy0fp5sUhktYp9t5yU7gSRhcEdaOdpI1_1XffFEG313hjZoc2tHGGNcSfrAdH0gfW3OYW5_IHGIWVjhXURBP8n7w4KlfGdUmSgEggXKWuSVPhY7ox4pRRWUOveBvET3Rl6DmXxbuZm0HlvkxMtqj9nXbUiZ39LCpoYwXjj-ubQ-8cRqhaR_FZSXHP/s16000/trifold-wallet-03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I bought this camo print cloth trifold wallet 👝 as a Christmas present for my eldest boy. It's a handmade wallet by my friend <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sewmuji" target="_blank">@sewmuji</a>. Check her out!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3>#7 - Rainbow marshmallow mini mantaos</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghYXQFZvVkj0Vl13sbWTOQQiFqtobBYdDXBjMV7p1KylUMk9FWQII9LMyXwnaDDOoI0I-G9cy4QM0uLc2twGbWfPuIgme6ImUry7yRvpF20YtonK3Md6gwZABaojZnlfG6ZjYMdjb-05EkTHkIoVQag_uCQOo4cDwZ_cVOL6hiiywlYfa7mBNm5r2hLSVS/s4624/rainbow-marshmallow-mini-mantao.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghYXQFZvVkj0Vl13sbWTOQQiFqtobBYdDXBjMV7p1KylUMk9FWQII9LMyXwnaDDOoI0I-G9cy4QM0uLc2twGbWfPuIgme6ImUry7yRvpF20YtonK3Md6gwZABaojZnlfG6ZjYMdjb-05EkTHkIoVQag_uCQOo4cDwZ_cVOL6hiiywlYfa7mBNm5r2hLSVS/s16000/rainbow-marshmallow-mini-mantao.jpg" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I bought these mini marshmallow mantaos - my youngest boy's favorite snack - from my go-to seller - <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2021/10/zoeys-homemade-healthy-homemade-food.html" target="_blank">Zoey's Homemade</a>. 🥖<br /></div><br /><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-50801420287156982722023-12-08T14:41:00.000+08:002023-12-08T14:41:09.194+08:00What Do You Want to Achieve in 2024 (Poll)?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2tNke9cJwT9qnZ2YCV6YRHR3rU9fHSh-2RWNya81bv1JBO_uUPanE-wOOt-qik300_shfefDa58w-AFpV-zJDG2ix-sBLGb9yUoKJLGrFrLbU_x4dYCdHDeQDH4Fp8mtY9FTGF68rU_p37YFlk9KdxGigIgrX8RHjjfdAzR_kwFci0-udzF6_VIIm1Hpu/s1640/2024-resolution-poll.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2tNke9cJwT9qnZ2YCV6YRHR3rU9fHSh-2RWNya81bv1JBO_uUPanE-wOOt-qik300_shfefDa58w-AFpV-zJDG2ix-sBLGb9yUoKJLGrFrLbU_x4dYCdHDeQDH4Fp8mtY9FTGF68rU_p37YFlk9KdxGigIgrX8RHjjfdAzR_kwFci0-udzF6_VIIm1Hpu/s16000/2024-resolution-poll.png" /></a></div>
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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2ssDunzavw9vSyK2xu6Xt6zFNdiqiktxpz-ou-sBu9ELbVWD70MfLK2ODXYQlnZq9HjYMWyaod3-wleXVklx2IkaB8Zrguxo3rFBfsrfxRfiFuEa01MEoNCib_vpHwwE3vtquLZlnY_ySNcDARj6WoDPknSqPeQis7szBIRZSICSe0EOZsOYrz1-WerlH/s16000/sushi-cake-1.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Happy 7th Birthday!</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We celebrated our 7-year-old's birthday at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sushiplusmy/" target="_blank">Sushi + Rotary Sushi Bar</a>, Jalan Kenari 19, Puchong Jaya.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUZq4WUXMAhgvBih9nK8QoQITSFgCxttTC1PZSjaQiKBLEukpfn2GdgxIgsvhtym2uYJQl8E7VjSuKUrKoZLBWGicDS_4FSYDnCpH9E6AZKyGn10UwyfmE8-roqIA3-6Hna9M0MU6yY5391COWzQRK_xt2zZP8IeR_Ao8yoI22x55clEDNdsJWlc1TtEBa/s960/sushi-cake.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="671" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUZq4WUXMAhgvBih9nK8QoQITSFgCxttTC1PZSjaQiKBLEukpfn2GdgxIgsvhtym2uYJQl8E7VjSuKUrKoZLBWGicDS_4FSYDnCpH9E6AZKyGn10UwyfmE8-roqIA3-6Hna9M0MU6yY5391COWzQRK_xt2zZP8IeR_Ao8yoI22x55clEDNdsJWlc1TtEBa/s16000/sushi-cake.jpg" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Sushi "Birthday" Cake</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Instead of getting a conventional birthday cake, we spoke to the restaurant and they offered us this complimentary Sushi Cake.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdVdzB8MqdYGRIFwO5Sj3wLg-ZZHjhdx9gNglxivlAnPOL_k-YCFfZJ3qVVBViMov0cnpqUSPl0LloQvptk42dC9YE1W2npPsH-XFrTONAfaucmMdY0DFuxVjWGJALWUeQ1RQEQ2XxjKTVBREym74q7cfoI0rq_yADBwBx3lWei7vnSqo93ouhL6k7yjLt/s4624/sushi-plus-rotary-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdVdzB8MqdYGRIFwO5Sj3wLg-ZZHjhdx9gNglxivlAnPOL_k-YCFfZJ3qVVBViMov0cnpqUSPl0LloQvptk42dC9YE1W2npPsH-XFrTONAfaucmMdY0DFuxVjWGJALWUeQ1RQEQ2XxjKTVBREym74q7cfoI0rq_yADBwBx3lWei7vnSqo93ouhL6k7yjLt/s16000/sushi-plus-rotary-01.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Assorted sushi</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tamago, ebikko, and ebi (prawn) are the trio of go-to sushi choices whenever the boys dine at a Japanese restaurant.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1X5yjV-kjBGzk49P-IFEqibseKNavCJLi62tK6vhZNPTzB1fhKHnTBuSvvTJXd3iwcR537Pve2oLvtUMq_5V4V3g7OIlyruzHUjT0ZqGFWLq-PHcg1g3QBn20T0LM8XMcarZ7eKhsPg8V88erDFgYvDzIc7WT7tKV0MM0v08aex9K7GdZoo5kHQIef__p/s4624/sushi-plus-rotary-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1X5yjV-kjBGzk49P-IFEqibseKNavCJLi62tK6vhZNPTzB1fhKHnTBuSvvTJXd3iwcR537Pve2oLvtUMq_5V4V3g7OIlyruzHUjT0ZqGFWLq-PHcg1g3QBn20T0LM8XMcarZ7eKhsPg8V88erDFgYvDzIc7WT7tKV0MM0v08aex9K7GdZoo5kHQIef__p/s16000/sushi-plus-rotary-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Aloha Poke Bowl</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hawaiian style marinated salmon, tuna, and butterfish with avocado and yellow pickle on rice.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHY0ZQNT0K4DL4tK_30orcS_M7Lu3cO6eTXK_K_76HiZV967T46rhyjm4xj-8MTsIHMxFWCpH2RGyB0eOaZhVnkeJFN0KNaZvGFqtatqUTDKKgi3mzb9jQlE3TCCSCqGsDenvaXaUoqbtgKgcO-haacBD9zVK3kg1B9DZrA_I2JwFRPnbicpML5z4D8ig-/s4624/sushi-plus-rotary-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHY0ZQNT0K4DL4tK_30orcS_M7Lu3cO6eTXK_K_76HiZV967T46rhyjm4xj-8MTsIHMxFWCpH2RGyB0eOaZhVnkeJFN0KNaZvGFqtatqUTDKKgi3mzb9jQlE3TCCSCqGsDenvaXaUoqbtgKgcO-haacBD9zVK3kg1B9DZrA_I2JwFRPnbicpML5z4D8ig-/s16000/sushi-plus-rotary-03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Salmon Katsu Curry Rice</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Deep-fried salmon cutlet with Japanese curry, served with rice.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit04AuHvQm-3hBUW7Xx1h1CJf6flzD-LaURJ0udXdbC3xm7PsoZm8l3Xq__Pi6xY1-QZ2vDAz1e6yf3XFDKqj_dZF2TeHZSmwbbik2c4IC9MYD-hJRakGTWZwDMRrBzojXMHEW07DZW3dQDf-wISooPG8EqLI24NJRs-eWq9spx7UnR96e3B7uUi5qzUYs/s4624/sushi-plus-rotary-04.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit04AuHvQm-3hBUW7Xx1h1CJf6flzD-LaURJ0udXdbC3xm7PsoZm8l3Xq__Pi6xY1-QZ2vDAz1e6yf3XFDKqj_dZF2TeHZSmwbbik2c4IC9MYD-hJRakGTWZwDMRrBzojXMHEW07DZW3dQDf-wISooPG8EqLI24NJRs-eWq9spx7UnR96e3B7uUi5qzUYs/s16000/sushi-plus-rotary-04.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Beef Tataki Roll</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Beef, sushi rice, kappa, tobiko, chicken floss, yaki nori, goma, teriyaki sauce.<br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSW3NcrJW3fwHVoPfBzyuRuBshZSPhGSmpTvPdbV_KSLSh0x5E2JK2QNHmUefjEwGWaVuFVj9Z0l29AP0HTbogokcdCju8kCCqspJQKnMcDEkTm_lvDMR77An9nLgsYgY2zuY18tYrErsWxLRw51BVvkgPF37MKianQdSY837fSzVa4pWag_zFT_kQCR9P/s4624/sushi-plus-rotary-05.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSW3NcrJW3fwHVoPfBzyuRuBshZSPhGSmpTvPdbV_KSLSh0x5E2JK2QNHmUefjEwGWaVuFVj9Z0l29AP0HTbogokcdCju8kCCqspJQKnMcDEkTm_lvDMR77An9nLgsYgY2zuY18tYrErsWxLRw51BVvkgPF37MKianQdSY837fSzVa4pWag_zFT_kQCR9P/s16000/sushi-plus-rotary-05.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Beef Curry Rice</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sliced beef with Japanese curry, served with rice.<br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-79809565694424054322023-12-02T16:48:00.001+08:002023-12-27T14:47:24.470+08:00Staying Safe and Stress-Free During the Holiday Season<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7tTJ5STqGXGfRo5r-ndNsmpT7AMbtY7jpqv1SPDKTAMhYmXiMA5-qqupEzW2ZuRtEhhAn0wX-L4o17ETNGZaqWaNy12myNdnUoq3O2uYdat0lGjKjdF27bCewYdS8qo183bbp3et3qu5fzxPU-U3FsiR_jBehyW4bG7Jn1KrLdadJG3Q8py84gzZmeLi_/s1640/holiday-season-banner.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7tTJ5STqGXGfRo5r-ndNsmpT7AMbtY7jpqv1SPDKTAMhYmXiMA5-qqupEzW2ZuRtEhhAn0wX-L4o17ETNGZaqWaNy12myNdnUoq3O2uYdat0lGjKjdF27bCewYdS8qo183bbp3et3qu5fzxPU-U3FsiR_jBehyW4bG7Jn1KrLdadJG3Q8py84gzZmeLi_/s16000/holiday-season-banner.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Following are health and wellness tips by <a href="https://www.who.int/" target="_blank">World Health Organization (WHO)</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w">Stay Safe Over the Holiday Season</span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w">F</span><span class="x193iq5w">or
many people, this time of year means increased travel and contact with loved
ones. Remember to do your best to keep yourself and others safe from COVID-19,
flu and the common cold.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w">It's still important to wash your hands frequently, keep at least 1-meter distance from others whenever possible in public areas, and wear a mask.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w">Look After Your Mental and Physical Health<br /></span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span class="x193iq5w"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Feelings of anxiety from life's challenges are common. How you cope affects well-being. If you feel low, here
are some things you can do to help:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🗣️Talk to someone you trust about how you
feel.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🏃🏼♀️Try to keep up with activities you usually
enjoy.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">😁Stay connected with friends and family.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">😴Stick to regular eating and sleeping habits.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">👩🏼⚕️Seek professional help if you're able to.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Simple Ways to Reduce Holiday Season Stress</span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">⏰Stick to a daily routine.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🥰Connect with loved ones and other people.<br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🥗Eat healthy food and balanced meals.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🧘🏻♀️Exercise regularly.<br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">😇Be kind to yourself.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">📱Limit stress-inducing news consumption.<br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🤗Do activities that make you happy.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">😴Prioritize sleep.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Sleep Better to Reduce Stress</span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Getting enough sleep is important for both body and mind. Sleep repairs, relaxes and rejuvenates our body and can help reverse the effect of stress.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Here are 5 tips to help you get a good night's sleep:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🕥Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">⚫Make your sleeping area quiet, dark, relaxing and a comfortable temperature.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">📱Limit your screen time before bed.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">☕Avoid large meals, caffeine and alcohol before bed.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🏃🏼♀️Get exercise during the day.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Learn more about "<a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/09/sleep-hygiene-tips.html" target="_blank">10 Healthy Rules for A Good Night's Sleep (Sleep Hygiene Tips)</a>".</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Boost Mental Health with Exercise</span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Regular activity prevents high blood pressure and weight gain, enhancing well-being. WHO recommends 30 mins daily for adults, 1 hour for children. Stay active by:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🤸🏻♀️Online exercises</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">💃🏻Dance to music</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🎮Play active video games</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">💪🏻Skip rope</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🦵🏻Climb stairs</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Stretch if you work from home:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🧍🏻♀️Check posture</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🧍🏻♀️Stand up <br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Prioritize Nutrition for Mental Well-Being</span></span></h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">A healthy diet helps protect against malnutrition, non-communicable diseases, and boosts mental health. Per day, a healthy diet includes:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> <br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🥗Fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🧈Less than 30% of energy intake from fats.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🧂Less than 5 grams of salt.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🍬Less than 10% of energy intake from sugar.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Eating at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables helps prevent the risk of disease and gives you important vitamins, minerals, and fibre. You can improve your intake by:</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🥦Including veggies in your meals.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🍊Choosing fruits and raw veggies for snacks.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🥭Opting for produce that is in-season.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">🍅Varying your choices to get a range of nutrients.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">Following are tips to <a href="https://sensa.health/" target="_blank">survive holiday stress by Sensa.Health</a>.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB">May we all have a merrier, calmer holiday season!<br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="x193iq5w"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGqSxp271Tu9JA6td0rllJ_6Tc1PFpXwIzs2jiqjQvpvFLyU4veHKat4KznhBDDTaJKGrm9lvg2wkBFLZQM_bxZNwUgFUvhXW_g2YNJY5HR4wiEGxJJtlWgaega7Jdhf1b2kkdnSnHKee5KrobF5HYQvH54xZNPG6K2e8jFdYF0KYDH7Z1blgrz2_kIBBO/s2000/6-tips-stress-free-holiday.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGqSxp271Tu9JA6td0rllJ_6Tc1PFpXwIzs2jiqjQvpvFLyU4veHKat4KznhBDDTaJKGrm9lvg2wkBFLZQM_bxZNwUgFUvhXW_g2YNJY5HR4wiEGxJJtlWgaega7Jdhf1b2kkdnSnHKee5KrobF5HYQvH54xZNPG6K2e8jFdYF0KYDH7Z1blgrz2_kIBBO/s16000/6-tips-stress-free-holiday.jpg" /></a></div><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></div><p></p>
Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-24338065165070569012023-11-29T13:49:00.000+08:002023-11-29T17:08:21.640+08:0010 Healthy Rules for A Good Night's Sleep (Sleep Hygiene Tips)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NVVtT3xQnhXUkRk1S8NJarQH9CpqibdxBqVWDIjWN-2mFN58Tg2BbqfhHFp1z2dxQ7RpbFBJvY-PI5N3hXne8SofKwap3f4zUmNDcV2aHMqOEgf3HmDYCPP8X9Mykt56POx_AVYEu8K035TVw0J76z_1hs6MintnVSE0owi1ffxAZlecgjL9E27t0_6V/s1920/understanding-sleep-hygiene.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NVVtT3xQnhXUkRk1S8NJarQH9CpqibdxBqVWDIjWN-2mFN58Tg2BbqfhHFp1z2dxQ7RpbFBJvY-PI5N3hXne8SofKwap3f4zUmNDcV2aHMqOEgf3HmDYCPP8X9Mykt56POx_AVYEu8K035TVw0J76z_1hs6MintnVSE0owi1ffxAZlecgjL9E27t0_6V/s16000/understanding-sleep-hygiene.png" /></a> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Why is sleep important?</h3><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/sleep/why-sleep-important" target="_blank">Studies have shown that getting adequate quality sleep is beneficial</a> for your physical health, mental well-being, cognitive functions, and overall productivity.</div><div> </div><div>Getting good sleep is like giving your body a superhero boost. It helps
you think sharper, remember things better, and stay focused during the
day.</div><div> </div><div>Sleep isn't just downtime; it's when your body fixes itself,
keeping your immune system strong and your heart healthy. Plus, when you
get enough shut-eye, you're less likely to feel stressed or anxious.
It's like a magic trick for your mood. So, don't underestimate the power
of a good night's sleep – it's your secret weapon for feeling awesome
every day!</div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7R4jnS3d7Dp3XWGI462sfrH3kGvCcIgZvk4r4XMDuI_ZhQLS2IWFcLuERYMjTCY3pzO_CmtKRgv8-dUJRcKvMtXtdTnRWJqlvSEXzjiflUNwpaBNWMonjE2rUpj_FvaPTksGi-I2raUfnt2yw3KXMOnRobZi5a3pQb859vkO7LY7BYyLtKwNzaTY4kG-a/s1080/with-sleep.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7R4jnS3d7Dp3XWGI462sfrH3kGvCcIgZvk4r4XMDuI_ZhQLS2IWFcLuERYMjTCY3pzO_CmtKRgv8-dUJRcKvMtXtdTnRWJqlvSEXzjiflUNwpaBNWMonjE2rUpj_FvaPTksGi-I2raUfnt2yw3KXMOnRobZi5a3pQb859vkO7LY7BYyLtKwNzaTY4kG-a/s16000/with-sleep.png" /></a></div></div><div><h3>What happens when there is disrupted sleep regularity?</h3></div><div><br /></div><div>Research by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute show that disrupted sleep regularity affect sleep health and lead to the onset, development, and exacerbation of many diseases.</div><div><br /></div><div>Indications of poor sleep health includes:</div><div><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Sleep duration disorder: Too much or too little sleep. Inadequate sleep duration due to recurrent awakenings during sleep can affect daytime life.<br /></li><li>Sleep architecture disorder: Reduced or even no deep sleep and REM.</li><li>Fragmented sleep: Frequent awakenings after falling asleep.</li><li>Difficulty falling asleep: Fail to fall asleep quickly when you feel sleepy.</li><li>Early awakening: Wake up much earlier than expected.</li><li>Increased risks of diseases: Cardiovascular, endocrine, psychiatric, gastrointestinal, skin, menstrual cycle disorders.</li><li>Lack of sleep contributes to muscle loss which leads to harder to lose body fat. Read about "<a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2022/04/sleep-less-gain-weight.html" target="_blank">Why Does Lack of Sleep Cause You to Gain Weight?</a>"<br /></li></ul></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPDk7WzkunTiwZhJKXu_5hkzHhhIkWfva4dRyWiF2SAqOCpffraRWVMFCo0NfrTJOPB-lADrKFkuDexWdkMk-9UV2tNdEOZepvSosQtdIAuP35UtOIthBWgzeA_FU4uoSjgu3C-VuxhdlQ9C9zTDHLoDZGRXc6sexamMdgP7i37UFtUnfmIM-mHaxaxNwo/s1080/without-sleep.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPDk7WzkunTiwZhJKXu_5hkzHhhIkWfva4dRyWiF2SAqOCpffraRWVMFCo0NfrTJOPB-lADrKFkuDexWdkMk-9UV2tNdEOZepvSosQtdIAuP35UtOIthBWgzeA_FU4uoSjgu3C-VuxhdlQ9C9zTDHLoDZGRXc6sexamMdgP7i37UFtUnfmIM-mHaxaxNwo/s16000/without-sleep.png" /></a></div><h3>What are the stages of sleep?<br /></h3><div style="text-align: left;"><h4> </h4><h4>Light Sleep (NREM 1 and 2)</h4></div><div><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>You're in the early stages of sleep.</li><li>Easily woken up, might feel like you're drifting.</li><li>Lasts for a short time.</li></ul></div><div><br /><h4 style="text-align: left;">Deep Sleep (NREM 3 and 4)</h4></div><div><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>This is the really deep sleep, typically accounts for 10 to 35 percent of the total sleep time.</li><li>It's hard to wake up during this stage.</li><li>Relieves us from the day's exhaustion and helps our body recover strength.</li><li>Your body repairs muscles, tissues, and boosts immune function.</li><li>Sufficient deep / restorative sleep can help us feel more energetic the next day.</li><li>Insufficient deep sleep affects our body's repair mechanisms, leading to accelerated aging, reduces our body's immunity, and may lead to endocrine disorders, predispose our body to insulin resistance and cardiovascular diseases, and cause or exacerbate high blood glucose.<br /></li></ul></div><div><br /><h4 style="text-align: left;">REM (Rapid Eye Movement) Sleep</h4></div><div><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Typically accounts for 10 to 35 percent of the total sleep time.<br /></li><li>This is where most dreaming happens.</li><li>Your eyes move quickly in different directions.</li><li>Brain activity is high, similar to when you're awake, heart rate increases, breathing becomes irregular.<br /></li><li>This stage is crucial for learning, memory consolidation, and emotional management.</li><li>Memory consolidation: It will integrate the things we experienced, people we saw, knowledge, and skills we learned during the day with similar memories from the past and formed new memories.</li><li>Emotion management: The amygdala, a structure in the brain associated with emotion management, is activated during REM sleep and can help deal with destructive emotions.<br /></li></ul> </div><div>Sleep cycles through these stages multiple times in a night. Each cycle takes about 90-110 minutes, and a good night's sleep involves several cycles.</div><div><br /></div><div>Fragmented sleep or recurrent awakenings during sleep may disrupt sleep architecture, causing important restorative sleep (deep sleep and REM sleep) doesn't occur, persist, or function as it should. This can trigger mood swings which then leads to more frequent awakenings, difficulty falling back asleep, and early morning awakenings.</div><div><br /></div><h3>What is sleep hygiene?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sleep hygiene refers to a set of practices and habits that promote healthy and restful sleep. These practices help ensure good habit of regular sleep, proper sleep quality, and overall well-being.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Therefore, adopting good sleep hygiene practices can greatly enhance your sleep quality and daily life.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>What are the 10 healthy rules for a good night's sleep?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4> </h4><h4>Rule #1: Establish a consistent sleep schedule</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Establishing a consistent sleep schedule includes making a regular bedtime and wake-up schedule. Waking up at a fixed time each day is key to developing regular sleep. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This helps regulate your body's internal clock and improves the quality of your sleep.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #2: Take a short nap if you're tired during the day</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Short power naps can be beneficial, but excessive daytime
napping can interfere with nighttime sleep. If you need to nap, keep it
short (20-30 minutes) and early in the day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #3: Avoid caffeine too late in the day or before bedtime<br /></h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Avoid
consuming caffeine-containing products and beverages especially when it's too late in the day because they may disrupt your sleep.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #4: Avoid eating or snacking before bedtime</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div>Heavy meals close to bedtime can lead to discomfort and disrupt sleep. Opt for light snacks if you need something before bed. Minimize the consumption of liquids before bedtime to prevent middle-of-the-night awakenings to use the bathroom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #5: Sleep on a comfortable bed</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Invest in a comfortable mattress and pillows that support your sleep posture.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #6: Create a comfortable sleep environment</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Your bedroom should be conducive to sleep in. Keep the room well-ventilated and maintain a comfortable temperature and humidity.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #7: Block out noises and lights</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Your bedroom should be conducive to sleep in. Keep the room dark and as quiet as possible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #8: Keep electronic gadgets and devices away during bedtime</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2021/09/how-to-fix-blue-light-exposure.html" target="_blank">blue light</a> emitted by phones, tablets, and computers can interfere with your body's production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep. Avoid or limit screen time at least an hour before bedtime.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #9: Practice stress management & regular exercise</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Chronic stress can disrupt sleep. Engage in stress-reduction techniques
such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga to help calm your mind
before bed. Regular exercise can help you fall asleep faster and enjoy deeper sleep. However, do avoid strenuous exercise 3 hours before bedtime.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Rule #10: Establish and stick to your bedtime routine</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Develop a calming wind-down bedtime routine to signal to your body that
it's time to relax. This could involve activities like reading,
listening to soothing music, or practicing relaxation techniques. Complete bedtime preparation - bathing, relaxing, at a fixed time each night.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Also, go to bed only when you feel sleepy, and get out of bed as soon as possible instead of sleeping in after waking up in the morning.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihBaGOFXztUuuxxWZ7BGrteJaprk6FvEi_ElWDzhFSBBYnyx25T6PnNjT-FXiNUiN0mmy6JUNXFLllslqWjg0rY9j3Lght0x3DW0_skUiyVL2n5B62bl9jFkagy46zX01fdi_RTyIfySLGeP2pv_EzbcXsonoFIjxh5NpO5PoxGWS8xDENbbZcD7N2kSsW/s1782/sleep-hygiene-10-tips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1782" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihBaGOFXztUuuxxWZ7BGrteJaprk6FvEi_ElWDzhFSBBYnyx25T6PnNjT-FXiNUiN0mmy6JUNXFLllslqWjg0rY9j3Lght0x3DW0_skUiyVL2n5B62bl9jFkagy46zX01fdi_RTyIfySLGeP2pv_EzbcXsonoFIjxh5NpO5PoxGWS8xDENbbZcD7N2kSsW/s16000/sleep-hygiene-10-tips.png" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As a <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/08/im-wolf-sleep-chronotype.html" target="_blank">wolf (sleep chronotype)</a>, I have issues going to bed early, so it's kinda hard for me to wake up feeling refreshed
and rejuvenated every morning. So, I'm taking my time to establish the above 10 rules. Wish me luck!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-83802288117898439212023-11-27T10:47:00.001+08:002023-12-17T00:01:51.073+08:00Dinner at K Plus Food Market PLUS CAFÉ<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTJUkXBCK309QIHSMn_GfgoZHGkIn1iuJMdxt4luVj6I1C9U2BAg6OVjzbmtorz9D-vFhuqolGJZhXBrVDhvwdHOT4MjYfHMQyon66ecrqVbK1yRvSIoBYPkFCRZCnlwKqeSGf5afsUndgbRNGSXHG6rxtOhehOO2EZe5ALEVlha4Ojmiht15w00tY_iJm/s4624/kimchi-mariguksu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTJUkXBCK309QIHSMn_GfgoZHGkIn1iuJMdxt4luVj6I1C9U2BAg6OVjzbmtorz9D-vFhuqolGJZhXBrVDhvwdHOT4MjYfHMQyon66ecrqVbK1yRvSIoBYPkFCRZCnlwKqeSGf5afsUndgbRNGSXHG6rxtOhehOO2EZe5ALEVlha4Ojmiht15w00tY_iJm/s16000/kimchi-mariguksu.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's what we have for dinner at the food court section at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kplusfoodmarket" target="_blank">K Plus Food Market</a>, Malaysia's first premium Korean Market, located at The Curve.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">K Plus Food Market is one of the Korean supermarkets where I can buy nice ingredients like <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/06/samgyetang-kit-k-plus-food-market-malaysia.html" target="_blank">Samgyetang easy-to-cook kit</a>, fresh kimchi, imported food products from South Korea, etc.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Kimchi Guksu (Kimchi Noodle Soup)</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My 10-year-old boy's choice is Kimchi Guksu because he wants a kimchi soup noodle dish.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kimchi guksu is a common Korean noodle soup. "Guksu" typically refers to noodles in Korean cuisine. Typically served hot, it's a flavorful dish that features kimchi as a key ingredient. It's made with wheat noodles in a broth of kimchi, garlic, ginger, and gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes). There are also additional vegetables like enoki mushrooms and green onions. Finally, there are sliced omelette and seaweed flakes for garnish.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVmhg2L9bB6VIntwPCzwbw-3xZQbnffmAIfBbkuQl8X3e0yjCFAqDzI2aeiCfmaRIbxOtvGl-SPYXry_yzGDCfGA_J0BaH9vqDIB0NjsrcOvt6ocEGraUnr8Zb0jDsIsLu5gO1h6bayLT3eE5Otwsoj-n3la82ntkAAECYV5toKLX6trhSC1iszlhjMODw/s4624/bulgogi-guksu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVmhg2L9bB6VIntwPCzwbw-3xZQbnffmAIfBbkuQl8X3e0yjCFAqDzI2aeiCfmaRIbxOtvGl-SPYXry_yzGDCfGA_J0BaH9vqDIB0NjsrcOvt6ocEGraUnr8Zb0jDsIsLu5gO1h6bayLT3eE5Otwsoj-n3la82ntkAAECYV5toKLX6trhSC1iszlhjMODw/s16000/bulgogi-guksu.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Bulgogi Guksu (Beef Noodle Soup)</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is my 7-year-old boy's choice because he wants a non-spicy noodle soup dish. Surprisingly, when I did a quick Googling, it looked like there's no such dish in Korean cuisine. So, I just have to write about this dish based on my observation.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bulgogi means thinly sliced marinated and grilled beef. As mentioned above, guksu typically refers to noodles in Korean cuisine. So, I guess bulgogi guksu can be loosely translated as beef noodle soup.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This bowl of beef noodle soup is served with glass noodles, beef slices, carrot slices, mushroom slices, and topped with a huge pile of spring onion. The soup base has a smoky, sweet, and savory taste because bulgogi marinade is typically sweetish.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA33U0FH9ntvEQtgJrBIvrteb-dBKlKXiFEDLLjznm-glfQWRmHzUyBDeyY90rG4dzpKb7QD_-BG4iKxEZJk7evUPZF_gQzyCJzVxzelwhyNNV7QBK2fC64KAW9Sex4SDJbkAjGogR-Ytn_4rCUrmYGWm2wnV737KZeqzu_eHSoJ3y1-74Jk64eYjVUGyr/s4624/kimchi-bokkem-bap.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA33U0FH9ntvEQtgJrBIvrteb-dBKlKXiFEDLLjznm-glfQWRmHzUyBDeyY90rG4dzpKb7QD_-BG4iKxEZJk7evUPZF_gQzyCJzVxzelwhyNNV7QBK2fC64KAW9Sex4SDJbkAjGogR-Ytn_4rCUrmYGWm2wnV737KZeqzu_eHSoJ3y1-74Jk64eYjVUGyr/s16000/kimchi-bokkem-bap.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Kimchi Bokkeum Bap (Kimchi Fried Rice)</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My hubby's dish is a plate of good 'ol familiar Kimchi Fried Rice served with a sunny-side-up egg and garnished with seaweed flakes and spring onion. I guess I don't have too much to explain, it's a pretty straightforward dish.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSEsGpdMPm1k5TrYb6FfLNelBbSKn2HyP17ovbZlyK8xxhWt6LG7oENm_csESa1Fy3KknwYlg_299jU4t8nQ1Ma-hAAJGxMKs5UGI2Z7AaaQgPVlv2YHucgK_S15TzLP3kqSf068kLKPCUhbsKeNHe9GYhWaE5aCov4wpFsLAGRBichIX0emga8znIUKUz/s4624/songsabu-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSEsGpdMPm1k5TrYb6FfLNelBbSKn2HyP17ovbZlyK8xxhWt6LG7oENm_csESa1Fy3KknwYlg_299jU4t8nQ1Ma-hAAJGxMKs5UGI2Z7AaaQgPVlv2YHucgK_S15TzLP3kqSf068kLKPCUhbsKeNHe9GYhWaE5aCov4wpFsLAGRBichIX0emga8znIUKUz/s16000/songsabu-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Fried Croquettes / Doughnuts by Songsabu</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">From <a href="https://kplus.my/event-highlights/136-taste-the-delicious-scent-of-fresh-baked-goodies-from-song-sabu" target="_blank">K Plus Food Market's website</a>, they said, "Everything is better when fried", including deep-fried croquettes, crispy twists, and chewy doughnuts! I just found out that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/songsabu.my" target="_blank">Songsabu</a> is the best croquette brand in Korea.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglHqRFzbBFH53G6ke-w6zlvbP6r4Buiz9ZN0vCT9riFTJztdyWvgBglvI6tDa8LcBhjoF-mc5BJcMop9Gey88iuO3RcCr98VsRwL3breevFx78jGeOdS4HvIvVP31IIn3iuArTLx3_CXDWeg78r9ZTDR9mtwkvDwEDq0FIfTZxWOc3WW2jKZnGVKiRdPV-/s4624/songsabu-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglHqRFzbBFH53G6ke-w6zlvbP6r4Buiz9ZN0vCT9riFTJztdyWvgBglvI6tDa8LcBhjoF-mc5BJcMop9Gey88iuO3RcCr98VsRwL3breevFx78jGeOdS4HvIvVP31IIn3iuArTLx3_CXDWeg78r9ZTDR9mtwkvDwEDq0FIfTZxWOc3WW2jKZnGVKiRdPV-/s16000/songsabu-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Potato Croquette</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This deep-fried potato croquette is really tasty. The inner filling tastes like luscious, creamy mashed potato salad, while the outer layer makes a delightful contrast with its crispy, golden texture against the creamy and flavorful interior.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5jETAr-Y0VrEN8kII6r992PVrcQoIZGaoUViSrdKAJs2RXuJ6STkfFwC9bh-9VLQnF6W8-_mrIjb4S3jHyLeQmfW3ni5R0YSOu06ZnzyCK-zHg2W9r-eI_O_B6Jp8jr26PZ2DHS57Fpg5JqvDgbWtT0gKeo-rKFHTWoZhYbhcJoqGKu6rh1t8L-HVLTml/s4624/songsabu-03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5jETAr-Y0VrEN8kII6r992PVrcQoIZGaoUViSrdKAJs2RXuJ6STkfFwC9bh-9VLQnF6W8-_mrIjb4S3jHyLeQmfW3ni5R0YSOu06ZnzyCK-zHg2W9r-eI_O_B6Jp8jr26PZ2DHS57Fpg5JqvDgbWtT0gKeo-rKFHTWoZhYbhcJoqGKu6rh1t8L-HVLTml/s16000/songsabu-03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3> Red Bean Doughnut</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the other hand, this doughnut filled with red bean paste serves as a delectable dessert, ideally eaten as a sweet conclusion to an otherwise savory dinner experience. I actually ate two of these! I hope my arteries are fine! XD<br /></div><br /> </div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-12978286914969549762023-11-21T21:35:00.002+08:002023-12-02T16:48:41.544+08:00Your Extraordinary Journey to Health & Wellness Campaign by IHH Healthcare Malaysia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilioejI_ABI3nWvgqCNhaZZXCXVpQ3g_P1kIwUyAziddCLRClX-hiqJeBxp4R3Nxl0wcbbY3EYgxLQNk_GlpT7GL9WkNbUu80AEojZQfdWvdcFGNpUU2O_xg-iaPAFyFFLj6qoES11iOTKZJE42FWWI_BQMU1iTT4__2bxv7V0eCFSFbuJy2V8X3gFYRCi/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilioejI_ABI3nWvgqCNhaZZXCXVpQ3g_P1kIwUyAziddCLRClX-hiqJeBxp4R3Nxl0wcbbY3EYgxLQNk_GlpT7GL9WkNbUu80AEojZQfdWvdcFGNpUU2O_xg-iaPAFyFFLj6qoES11iOTKZJE42FWWI_BQMU1iTT4__2bxv7V0eCFSFbuJy2V8X3gFYRCi/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Getting Ready for the Year of the Dragon in 2024</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As we approach the Year of the Dragon in 2024, IHH Healthcare Malaysia has initiated a new campaign titled "<a href="https://www.pantai.com.my/extraordinaryjourney/" target="_blank">Your Extraordinary Journey to Health & Wellness</a>". This campaign places a special emphasis on delivering expert care throughout the maternity and child care journey, aiming to make every moment truly extraordinary.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfvhm9RVqiW6DBf7VP86RwDw6ZlKsQNBz2IT3sGT3UPFSwiapKgi7dPp_61hOqDYabtOZPidcUWn1FJDaqKp3inX86Xk4xiDQ752S0CAjKwHUXwG1WbF6yMh6P8IhHicK8gHyuY9jFdSlKB_t4ctpYHXRNizbnJq5ddotzGpFnbpzUq-RIfuX7HfUWM3vM/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfvhm9RVqiW6DBf7VP86RwDw6ZlKsQNBz2IT3sGT3UPFSwiapKgi7dPp_61hOqDYabtOZPidcUWn1FJDaqKp3inX86Xk4xiDQ752S0CAjKwHUXwG1WbF6yMh6P8IhHicK8gHyuY9jFdSlKB_t4ctpYHXRNizbnJq5ddotzGpFnbpzUq-RIfuX7HfUWM3vM/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Your Extraordinary Journey to Health & Wellness</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The central concept that drives this wonderful campaign is to assist expecting mothers and fathers in choosing to embark on their extraordinary journey to parenthood and beyond with any of the hospitals under the IHH Healthcare Malaysia network. These hospitals are Pantai Hospitals, Gleneagles Hospitals, and Prince Court Medical Center.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBlesKEU_RREwwksjkx9lolMRy8qUudK2Yu92LV048vseDItbwVCiddhhj-f2w6P0a7dSZxhcEEUDFagZdL8xHPDd8PIZ6lb6oOlPcnNpeD6Kpqm-zLV4_aiSdaJ5eOKtsgf1xvieJ6fqrIe9ogT1JEMISEJapottiND_GbCZQzQevn0njtHCfry69LRpR/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBlesKEU_RREwwksjkx9lolMRy8qUudK2Yu92LV048vseDItbwVCiddhhj-f2w6P0a7dSZxhcEEUDFagZdL8xHPDd8PIZ6lb6oOlPcnNpeD6Kpqm-zLV4_aiSdaJ5eOKtsgf1xvieJ6fqrIe9ogT1JEMISEJapottiND_GbCZQzQevn0njtHCfry69LRpR/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYCK0JuGSjjfXUGshc74F3vBcxiJq6-8pIzMbSrt3mlsV4OmPfgLWbsfuK5GV0fhQ739S_4DX9h9fCydgoKuHthlxbhXm8CVUIJUw5aJRHzybUXk0KTft_NsDUfGioyTRvbq1wih6fIygkhqM0EWT_KMQQz2vS30rRLEGKSO_7D4PYlqGpDXGQ5EttZgok/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-04.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYCK0JuGSjjfXUGshc74F3vBcxiJq6-8pIzMbSrt3mlsV4OmPfgLWbsfuK5GV0fhQ739S_4DX9h9fCydgoKuHthlxbhXm8CVUIJUw5aJRHzybUXk0KTft_NsDUfGioyTRvbq1wih6fIygkhqM0EWT_KMQQz2vS30rRLEGKSO_7D4PYlqGpDXGQ5EttZgok/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-04.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Adventure of Nara, the Dragon Mother</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My absolute favorite thing about this initiative is the introduction of Nara, the Dragon Mother. In conjunction with the Year of the Dragon, the campaign commences by inviting people to discover the magical tale of Nara the Dragon as she embarks on a journey to find exceptional care for her and her precious one. Her journey unfolds with the discovery of unexpected kindness in a caring kingdom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizfxzAbCbu95lPjuJh0Ciw71SzjJuh3xOKuqReaHI-lSwFrwWQpmyp7YdoCZcoEJR-aWfDP-DuTSKPBSNDaDw5DoJsvI3XR5cwzmmUNNSpXa6m6YzKxbxYOqbD3VnknzHIAl98xOlKDwt-RYxTP1pTykEG4GCbINYi3aPilCXRGVdmhyphenhyphenrpSD48sVIBW7Nd/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-05.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizfxzAbCbu95lPjuJh0Ciw71SzjJuh3xOKuqReaHI-lSwFrwWQpmyp7YdoCZcoEJR-aWfDP-DuTSKPBSNDaDw5DoJsvI3XR5cwzmmUNNSpXa6m6YzKxbxYOqbD3VnknzHIAl98xOlKDwt-RYxTP1pTykEG4GCbINYi3aPilCXRGVdmhyphenhyphenrpSD48sVIBW7Nd/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-05.jpg" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Below is the video of Nara the Dragon Mother's adventure with her baby.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rRgcXbJpayw?si=wnf7ytx5sxhKa_Qm" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3> Your Extraordinary Storybook</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another feature of this campaign that I absolutely love is the digital storybook! You can create your personalized digital storybook directly from the website.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just follow the <a href="https://www.pantai.com.my/extraordinaryjourney/#extraordinary-storybook" target="_blank">instructions provided on the website</a>, where you can select from three cover stories. Input your Dragon Baby's name, gender, and your own Dragon Mama name. Click "Create Story Now", and voila, you'lll have your own personalized digital storybook!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also have the hardcopy mini pamphlet that I gotten during the on-ground roadshow over the weekend at Publika, Kuala Lumpur.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaIQYwsLBgx1jLUsSqrv_spm_SSW1xUN-Bb2J44kffqFm6oEulwQv0RvKiyeizLQdhHX3UrjF0S8beMCFwM5IY8oLjP83PW7EuuFqMvA9WAmSrtp0cYvPEcMS7adWPMvTfMs5bGwI9kFpWarMvSTdPoqnIpsQ6jeDJfkm1XbBrRSBE6r95FyGs0tAIX17v/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-09.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaIQYwsLBgx1jLUsSqrv_spm_SSW1xUN-Bb2J44kffqFm6oEulwQv0RvKiyeizLQdhHX3UrjF0S8beMCFwM5IY8oLjP83PW7EuuFqMvA9WAmSrtp0cYvPEcMS7adWPMvTfMs5bGwI9kFpWarMvSTdPoqnIpsQ6jeDJfkm1XbBrRSBE6r95FyGs0tAIX17v/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-09.jpg" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>The Dragon with A Heart of Gold</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Featuring my eldest son.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9BPUqy_XuRY?si=VsSfVjTKMZzJPRzg" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>We Are Better Together</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Featuring my youngest son.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r0w8208FdgM?si=o1NmwGL2vr6c8b9L" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h4>The Dragon Who Never Gave Up</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fa6b3xyuxIs?si=XKMBYhSHpb-GFrrV" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3> </h3><h3>Other Campaign Specials</h3><h3> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEiamhbBwugRpmou5KT3J84pnXVAmG4t_G1UTeuAZ7Ut7mjb8Y3ScJMznCBRrF0S83bAoA3Z5MLDRv1rVK6buYlKNgD-1Q8rEHee_QkUo4vIGLQpFCIkyOtrE3CJbSU-yKS8Vj_oPru5qi2oSsGXljXtHIdEJAmKtdX5vS7KYqmO_yDh2lZbvut5GbKT1d/s4624/ihh-extraordinary-journey-08.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEiamhbBwugRpmou5KT3J84pnXVAmG4t_G1UTeuAZ7Ut7mjb8Y3ScJMznCBRrF0S83bAoA3Z5MLDRv1rVK6buYlKNgD-1Q8rEHee_QkUo4vIGLQpFCIkyOtrE3CJbSU-yKS8Vj_oPru5qi2oSsGXljXtHIdEJAmKtdX5vS7KYqmO_yDh2lZbvut5GbKT1d/s16000/ihh-extraordinary-journey-08.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-64231510988229285702023-11-15T20:56:00.002+08:002023-11-16T21:14:49.609+08:00My Experience of Managing Adenomyosis with Mirena: The First Month<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj6XtZAWqNMm0vOWUykOvhtKG0Aw0E2jA0JIvhWlMoS7zsEuhWZRZFYREV-PENtJCbSQWJVeVS-QL8pbtnSmDQBNgNnHgdADKNIJ_ZYvKk6M2u9Ac9ugQQXbHc4X3JSN5CmuqlrlTgsxk0pPlnsJ4SFKf8UrNwhyF_BvQoac8lP5CaRCYM7b5OwTcViuL/s1640/women-banner.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj6XtZAWqNMm0vOWUykOvhtKG0Aw0E2jA0JIvhWlMoS7zsEuhWZRZFYREV-PENtJCbSQWJVeVS-QL8pbtnSmDQBNgNnHgdADKNIJ_ZYvKk6M2u9Ac9ugQQXbHc4X3JSN5CmuqlrlTgsxk0pPlnsJ4SFKf8UrNwhyF_BvQoac8lP5CaRCYM7b5OwTcViuL/s16000/women-banner.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>What is Adenomyosis?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adenomyosis (not to be confused with endometriosis) is medical condition that affects many women, causing pain and discomfort due to the <b>abnormal growth of endometrial tissue</b> (uterine lining) <b>into the muscle</b> (myometrium) <b>in the wall of the uterus.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Some women with adenomyosis have no symptoms. For those who experience symptoms (like myself), we often have painful periods (severe menstrual cramps) and heavy, prolonged menstrual bleeding. Other symptoms may include pelvic pain and abdominal bloating.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The agonizing cramps that I experienced closely resembled that of contraction pain, which were debilitating enough for me to apply sick leave nearly every month.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Who Is at Risk of Adenomyosis?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Did you know that adenomyosis is most commonly diagnosed in women between the ages of 40 and 50 who have had multiple pregnancies and childbirths? <i>I have never heard of adenomyosis until the day I was diagnosed in August 2021.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also read that there is a link between hormonal factors and adenomyosis. Premenopausal and perimenopausal women may be at a higher risk because adenomyosis is believed to be estrogen-dependent or hormone-sensitive. Adenomyosis tends to regress after menopause when hormonal fluctuations decrease (when estrogen levels decline). <i>You know what? Initially, upon diagnosis, I actually thought of just waiting it out until menopause.</i><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As I mentioned earlier, adenomyosis is not to be confused with endometriosis. However, there is a known association between adenomyosis and endometriosis, another medical condition where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus. <i>Well, someone close in my family has endometriosis, and these conditions tend to run in the family.</i> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In some cases, adenomyosis occurs without any identifiable risk factors or clear reasons.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikvZ6BCY09ReTGGZB6oyZImOY_g13jAHnOPlbROcLo1qdi3upNF_gQ2RBBbPgtlLZscF4trn_CbLEENCPKTnji1Z7H18cYXQ11XrrKLsZFXcxn93Jkn9ea1xD8TvvXhf_tU6YUbdR6qpzRMsLTRvg8eTGFSXwPgntYJSTP48n77fLak4dk7JgUIwZVjY5l/s2000/adenomyosis-what-to-know-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikvZ6BCY09ReTGGZB6oyZImOY_g13jAHnOPlbROcLo1qdi3upNF_gQ2RBBbPgtlLZscF4trn_CbLEENCPKTnji1Z7H18cYXQ11XrrKLsZFXcxn93Jkn9ea1xD8TvvXhf_tU6YUbdR6qpzRMsLTRvg8eTGFSXwPgntYJSTP48n77fLak4dk7JgUIwZVjY5l/s16000/adenomyosis-what-to-know-01.jpg" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>How Is Adenomyosis Treated?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Typically, treatment options include pain medications (NSAIDs) and hormonal medications (birth control pills, Mirena IUS). Surgery is only necessary if medications don't work.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Regarding painkillers, I have been popping Panadol, Ponstan, Celebrex, and Arcoxia like candies for many months. It came to a point that I decided something else has to be done.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hence, I opted for Mirena as the treatment option. You can read about how I ended up <a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/10/daycare-surgery-pantai-hospital-kl.html" target="_blank">choosing Mirena in my previous blog post here</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>How Mirena Helps Manage Adenomyosis?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mirena is a small, T-shaped intrauterine device that is inserted into the uterus by an Obgyn specialist. Mirena releases a low dose of levonorgestrel, a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone, directly into the uterus.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwPRKgz265R4mUNHiQBvWWCbAaHRY9UCVrJeF4AdLxAM0BuP0rw6m9QxYuiZ6OGC51JWUTR1LGkwm1EyEHuGysCx-hUMpEpZGVveI9tHkajC_uQhhdLhQQz1F60ykNAchMh8DtIwvx5nJ9Dpvhq15MXQ81f2BihPJhRk3FNh_V2zYC3935tKHgdtgzepYE/s686/mirena.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="455" data-original-width="686" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwPRKgz265R4mUNHiQBvWWCbAaHRY9UCVrJeF4AdLxAM0BuP0rw6m9QxYuiZ6OGC51JWUTR1LGkwm1EyEHuGysCx-hUMpEpZGVveI9tHkajC_uQhhdLhQQz1F60ykNAchMh8DtIwvx5nJ9Dpvhq15MXQ81f2BihPJhRk3FNh_V2zYC3935tKHgdtgzepYE/s16000/mirena.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.mirena-us.com/about-mirena/mirena-effectiveness" target="_blank"><i>Source</i></a><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Reducing Menstrual Bleeding & Alleviating Pelvic Pain<br /></h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adenomyosis is often associated with painful period cramps and heavy bleeding. This is true in my case.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The continuous, slowly-released levonorgestrel by the Mirena helps to thin the endometrial lining, which often leads to a decreased amount of menstrual flow. It also has a local anti-inflammatory effect, potentially reducing the severity of pelvic pain. For women with adenomyosis, like myself, the reduction in cramps and bleeding definitely provides significant relief.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Minimizing Uterine Growth</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">By altering the uterine environment (high local concentration of progestogen turns down the responsiveness of estrogen receptors in the adenomyotic tissues), Mirena may help slow the growth of the adenomyotic tissue within the uterine walls. This can contribute to a decrease in the overall symptoms and severity of adenomyosis.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In summary, Mirena helps manage adenomyosis by slowing down the growth
of excess endometrial tissue, which in turn leads to decreased bleeding,
pain, and disease progression. Women with adenomyosis often experience a significant improvement in their overall quality of life after Mirena insertion due to the alleviation of physical symptoms mentioned above.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG08PiFmzSwQVK5AWRRaF3YTy4dTiWtpcRD0HAggWEeOazjoxVWxw3Tmun0bbGd_DUEJWyS3quYfQ1sxQx_jlkRg_Ivmdgr3hP8uQmL4XxyN58atBklINO9AbZbUnQDWBQjKQwmzXdMdjfQMGHLH0N_2Kt4HV8RHaaMc-h-SwQGO4cyr_qFc_bAECmNfSD/s2000/adenomyosis-what-to-know-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG08PiFmzSwQVK5AWRRaF3YTy4dTiWtpcRD0HAggWEeOazjoxVWxw3Tmun0bbGd_DUEJWyS3quYfQ1sxQx_jlkRg_Ivmdgr3hP8uQmL4XxyN58atBklINO9AbZbUnQDWBQjKQwmzXdMdjfQMGHLH0N_2Kt4HV8RHaaMc-h-SwQGO4cyr_qFc_bAECmNfSD/s16000/adenomyosis-what-to-know-02.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>How's My First Month with Mirena?</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The conclusion of my first period post-Mirena insertion marks a noticeable difference. Upon comparing it with my pre-Mirena periods, I observed a lighter flow, the absence of blood clots, and minimal cramps that were quite manageable without the need for painkillers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">However, it takes 3-6 months for Mirena to settle, and my uterus will need time to adjust to having Mirena in it. Therefore, I'll continue to monitor and track the pattern on a monthly basis. So far, I feel very hopeful that I won't be experiencing debilitating cramps moving forward! Wish me luck! <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Disclaimer: This blog post is written for informational purposes only and is not intended for self-diagnosis. The content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare professionals with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition and to get an accurate diagnosis.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uLTIiqoZU9kVkIPtw8_ldvVZ73JI9jTo1hjaf5IwgwwAFvnYJuopNXNaQ5ThQII0_qE7Ow3v_XDc3VklJ67AumSGmZZbhXcJixedsvDvSfSSkmwpd6JOgZ9xgcSMXRWK7wEcxFkrkmpIGIDx0Rb7mMRna3Id0MbbFLg-lWG3L6wK269d7h338pUZNPT7/s2245/uterus-design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uLTIiqoZU9kVkIPtw8_ldvVZ73JI9jTo1hjaf5IwgwwAFvnYJuopNXNaQ5ThQII0_qE7Ow3v_XDc3VklJ67AumSGmZZbhXcJixedsvDvSfSSkmwpd6JOgZ9xgcSMXRWK7wEcxFkrkmpIGIDx0Rb7mMRna3Id0MbbFLg-lWG3L6wK269d7h338pUZNPT7/s16000/uterus-design.jpg" /></a></div><i><br /></i></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-11162978128859514592023-11-12T18:31:00.002+08:002023-11-12T18:31:41.505+08:00My Mini Collection of Enamel Lapel Pins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhezP6le0oFSV12y9lAIDFLnrFzdNozK50PLANIbpRIWNj97DNk2mwxTtm15BUyqZtAJEasvSYC2e5OS_AXwrO1g7wR4KP5iEd1ACNGmc6AZ5Js8KfshlpcIOhSPwtVVyJlLxhvl4bm9P1pUAq53kvYtpX9ha_Rub6RxF62YB078-vzYRb9YmBX2M-hkNS2/s4624/lapel-pin-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhezP6le0oFSV12y9lAIDFLnrFzdNozK50PLANIbpRIWNj97DNk2mwxTtm15BUyqZtAJEasvSYC2e5OS_AXwrO1g7wR4KP5iEd1ACNGmc6AZ5Js8KfshlpcIOhSPwtVVyJlLxhvl4bm9P1pUAq53kvYtpX9ha_Rub6RxF62YB078-vzYRb9YmBX2M-hkNS2/s16000/lapel-pin-01.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the left: Corporate Sustainability Pin & Warhammer Nurgling Pin</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the right: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Pink October Ribbon Pins</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Lapel Pins</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A lapel pin is a small, decorative pin worn on the lapel of a jacket, coat, or shirt. It is often used as a subtle accessory to add a touch of personal style or to convey a message.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lapel pins come in various shapes, sizes, and designs, ranging from simple and elegant to bold and expressive. They can be made from various materials, including metal, enamel, and sometimes adorned with gemstones or intricate details.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lapel pins are commonly used for personal expression, to denote affiliation with a group or cause, or to commemorate an event.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Warhammer Nurgling Pin</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxPPdEeGfVfaOtKAt8ZY9W2jqOe0oZIK5HJ8HxAiU5dIiy1hOO9jtJW4uxpLwIkntX2h861SkBNGm7NlW8ICzKFEqHk2fytmJxl8mmaxkU4e708RMrUrPAZrgD_ikSRCv1Im1k0jkRaMfSpgTnK-asmuuW3iz4_e8LK22xg6ceml-yXDc_J-BFFyOaC5o/s4624/lapel-pin-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxPPdEeGfVfaOtKAt8ZY9W2jqOe0oZIK5HJ8HxAiU5dIiy1hOO9jtJW4uxpLwIkntX2h861SkBNGm7NlW8ICzKFEqHk2fytmJxl8mmaxkU4e708RMrUrPAZrgD_ikSRCv1Im1k0jkRaMfSpgTnK-asmuuW3iz4_e8LK22xg6ceml-yXDc_J-BFFyOaC5o/s16000/lapel-pin-02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Nurglings are a character in the Warhammer world. These cute little beasties always have their guts hanging out somewhere from their body. The Warhammer Nurgling Pin is a nickel and zinc alloy pin badge colored with enamel. The pins come in seven colors and I choose the beige-colored pin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Corporate Sustainability Pin</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho0z1EXQfwTbDHVBgcLyznKDu79zw9yR4HSqjocTe8DM__NrCBRDSiTaczgUJDQKgKcIlLPcIB27460MdSBBaTtxnd2QaLutl7cTgyt9Z3rC-CquWA3m3Rf2o-9z2sWd0WqGk1K_eFIOqv8RsgtA8JaOH8bQGUzgqshx4k4VEBuXsFytmShFCYKyxNXKPw/s4624/lapel-pin-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho0z1EXQfwTbDHVBgcLyznKDu79zw9yR4HSqjocTe8DM__NrCBRDSiTaczgUJDQKgKcIlLPcIB27460MdSBBaTtxnd2QaLutl7cTgyt9Z3rC-CquWA3m3Rf2o-9z2sWd0WqGk1K_eFIOqv8RsgtA8JaOH8bQGUzgqshx4k4VEBuXsFytmShFCYKyxNXKPw/s16000/lapel-pin-03.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_qK6wxcpGtkbPNcJjhyphenhyphen6DQKdezN2H5YWKuTwMIc31DALvrfU8y6rVRmN0_t3C5tl45XQzqaatrTQmAmHgo7R94236zYm6qZbWqTq9uDP-dDWxZSXHFWpt-h3AYNsFiPCWmEeNSSj7kbSSgfb4r9iTVU7xusZ2nW8HuvPfjwoqQ8HE7nY7w-_TYhppvb3g/s4624/lapel-pin-03a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_qK6wxcpGtkbPNcJjhyphenhyphen6DQKdezN2H5YWKuTwMIc31DALvrfU8y6rVRmN0_t3C5tl45XQzqaatrTQmAmHgo7R94236zYm6qZbWqTq9uDP-dDWxZSXHFWpt-h3AYNsFiPCWmEeNSSj7kbSSgfb4r9iTVU7xusZ2nW8HuvPfjwoqQ8HE7nY7w-_TYhppvb3g/s16000/lapel-pin-03a.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwmkRPHRo6Bip_bDVRPM7rNOs0p9yuTxuempZ69VPH915SVgcSEb7YP1bSnRP0-V3F8BY_HZZrRPVpQVzzWppycJdKyK-iPhL3mozESlu3mRsVTQ0_MNQoksdNlAXO9vEu32ZsRGwHjVbbplezmVN6dlMocQxP09Gr96CfFrAmq1FYDIx6dq40M4s8K0Jo/s4624/lapel-pin-03b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwmkRPHRo6Bip_bDVRPM7rNOs0p9yuTxuempZ69VPH915SVgcSEb7YP1bSnRP0-V3F8BY_HZZrRPVpQVzzWppycJdKyK-iPhL3mozESlu3mRsVTQ0_MNQoksdNlAXO9vEu32ZsRGwHjVbbplezmVN6dlMocQxP09Gr96CfFrAmq1FYDIx6dq40M4s8K0Jo/s16000/lapel-pin-03b.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We wear this pin to show our support for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - the universal call-to-action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Breast Cancer Awareness Month Pink October Ribbon Pins</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitvi9p8LK_x_IsVrxgQnYwQDbCNotc9soO1-5tjB4s06SaUqdeKMz_97X1Zt53dht8FY-_6jsrgW9EoaGyRJnoRNBMa6kmV6Ud_M6Wa7W8dXXXJnZQTXFiAfHakKsZuyWgGLwDmCmBD41BTDFwyNxKH37afKIqJvIvVA_4Z36SMX0zVxiYS5dblxqeOfQF/s4624/lapel-pin-04.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitvi9p8LK_x_IsVrxgQnYwQDbCNotc9soO1-5tjB4s06SaUqdeKMz_97X1Zt53dht8FY-_6jsrgW9EoaGyRJnoRNBMa6kmV6Ud_M6Wa7W8dXXXJnZQTXFiAfHakKsZuyWgGLwDmCmBD41BTDFwyNxKH37afKIqJvIvVA_4Z36SMX0zVxiYS5dblxqeOfQF/s16000/lapel-pin-04.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHTJ3xkYxbekOT7ZmKf3zMJMMDZX3DTd16fRmRheSojd39JeQE649JDEDCkHAbyc21m5c2Dyw6yBT85ofl0_RhR3cR3L2-CAOR4Bgj82NqF_Bz2OLwYqxU1HIFKfuxxYf_U_TV4N_dh3lwRUA-499ofwvn717_1gnYIBNOvXri9eMuG2QQusFKJ9pk1AUC/s4624/lapel-pin-04a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHTJ3xkYxbekOT7ZmKf3zMJMMDZX3DTd16fRmRheSojd39JeQE649JDEDCkHAbyc21m5c2Dyw6yBT85ofl0_RhR3cR3L2-CAOR4Bgj82NqF_Bz2OLwYqxU1HIFKfuxxYf_U_TV4N_dh3lwRUA-499ofwvn717_1gnYIBNOvXri9eMuG2QQusFKJ9pk1AUC/s16000/lapel-pin-04a.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Limited edition Pink October ribbon pin by Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 🎀🩷🎀🩷</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL-qtm23_gpC7jWdIIaaqBZNJ8K3U7HMv9aFO2aS92pFBvYPmOkyGG4hudxCb8OrWBohZtqk0eT_9CxXmbC4xC-Ti527SesvSTI770ljeILgaFmqhTB82kJ_wUaBP82XbrpwpeX62fIviE5mV2ZctNEllBX1Het54Sb_jOotpD0xHEpBS1Bdih4b6e2f6a/s4624/lapel-pin-05.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4624" data-original-width="3468" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL-qtm23_gpC7jWdIIaaqBZNJ8K3U7HMv9aFO2aS92pFBvYPmOkyGG4hudxCb8OrWBohZtqk0eT_9CxXmbC4xC-Ti527SesvSTI770ljeILgaFmqhTB82kJ_wUaBP82XbrpwpeX62fIviE5mV2ZctNEllBX1Het54Sb_jOotpD0xHEpBS1Bdih4b6e2f6a/s16000/lapel-pin-05.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have both Pink October pins. They are just too cute to resist!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2137776469694004889.post-32549959278144136452023-11-08T14:37:00.001+08:002023-11-21T14:25:45.547+08:00Building Up My Skincare Habit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZwxB0hVFUGMRpwjDKz2zNNtKx5OzkPVpzFmD09OPJQxf8NPevn9DWfB_v72Qa_fVq0LIuXRuPmBKbuOp25217_nmzlbQn06cPJ2pqiLAGAYqO5fQ7dZDa2cO8e1umL0qS1mo6KeN1j8L5NqBBWEMouPjLztPAQIU6_i7W-Yq62HwOJaJB3Oi5lTeqDT1L/s1640/skincare-tips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZwxB0hVFUGMRpwjDKz2zNNtKx5OzkPVpzFmD09OPJQxf8NPevn9DWfB_v72Qa_fVq0LIuXRuPmBKbuOp25217_nmzlbQn06cPJ2pqiLAGAYqO5fQ7dZDa2cO8e1umL0qS1mo6KeN1j8L5NqBBWEMouPjLztPAQIU6_i7W-Yq62HwOJaJB3Oi5lTeqDT1L/s16000/skincare-tips.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>"Happiness is a habit. So is your skincare."</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I really like the quote above. I think it embodies the significance of embracing the beauty of consistency.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Consistency is the key to both happiness and effective skincare. Just as happiness thrives when we practice gratitude, kindness, and mindfulness each day, our skin flourishes when we care for it regularly. By taking care of our skin with a consistent routine, we're creating a daily ritual that, over time, leads to radiant and healthy skin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In my previous blog post, "<a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/10/how-do-i-practice-skinimalism.html" target="_blank">How Do I Practice Skinimalism</a>", I shared about my skinimalist skincare routine, which includes the basics - cleanse, moisturize, protect. The essential products that I always have in my routine are cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In this blog post, I'll delve a bit deeper, as I've integrated intermediate steps into my skincare regimen, building upon the foundational essentials.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Skincare Pyramid</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When I first saw the skincare pyramid, I couldn't help but think it was some MLM thingy. However, as I explore further, I came to understand that the skincare pyramid is <b>a guide to essential, fundamental steps for achieving an optimal and effective skincare routine.</b><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOrGTRNQ54SWLzXin2ytpMxl7I_F8OXCnH3BETjJ8baG71QWMeg3hgIQegidf6SA1b8qr1xPfvyYYuFm7KXdne-2xm19w1Y8JnZ5idk_PA-iDs79oq7yESDyRmaPWPED6BSjIWEYcyjpslpwCyBU1Mmmmi_Mu653UnHs2MypPlTI6zVAA5efTpUjrRGdoc/s2000/skincare-pyramid.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1414" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOrGTRNQ54SWLzXin2ytpMxl7I_F8OXCnH3BETjJ8baG71QWMeg3hgIQegidf6SA1b8qr1xPfvyYYuFm7KXdne-2xm19w1Y8JnZ5idk_PA-iDs79oq7yESDyRmaPWPED6BSjIWEYcyjpslpwCyBU1Mmmmi_Mu653UnHs2MypPlTI6zVAA5efTpUjrRGdoc/s16000/skincare-pyramid.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Let's talk about the skincare pyramid from the base to the top.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Skincare Routine: Always</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Maintaining good skin health is not just about skincare products; it's also influenced by our overall well-being. Staying hydrated, eating a healthy diet, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep are necessary for radiant and healthy skin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Proper hydration is essential for maintaining our skin's natural moisture balance.</b> When our body is well-hydrated, our skin is less likely to become dry, flaky, or prone to irritation. Well-hydrated skin tends to appear more youthful and plump. Dehydrated skin can accentuate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's also common knowledge that <b>a balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants provides essential nutrients for skin health.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Stress slows down our skin's natural healing processes, leading to delayed recovery from blemishes or wounds. Chronic stress can lead to the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can trigger inflammation and exacerbate skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis. <b>Managing stress helps our skin heal more effectively and reduces inflammation.</b><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Sufficient sleep contributes to a refreshed and bright complexion. </b>Skin cells are more active during deep sleep, which aids in the recovery and renewal of skin tissue. Inadequate sleep can result in dull, tired-looking skin with dark circles and puffiness.<br /><br />These are long-term strategies that can promote vibrant, healthy skin. Coupled with a suitable skincare routine, these lifestyle choices can help us achieve the skin that we want, if you want it.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Skincare Routine: Daily</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you've read my previous blog post, "<a href="http://www.joycescapade.com/2023/10/how-do-i-practice-skinimalism.html" target="_blank">How Do I Practice Skinimalism</a>", you will see that I include <b>Cleanser, Toner, Serum, Moisturizer, Sunscreen</b> in my daily routine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In the skincare pyramid, the experts have included eye cream. It's a personal choice to include or exclude <b>Eye Cream</b> from your daily routine. For me, I do have a few eye creams, and I use them a few days per week or when I see that my eyes are puffy due to insufficient sleep.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Skincare Routine: Weekly</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The weekly routine can be challenging, so I'd say pace yourself. Make the basics a habit first before attempting the more advanced steps.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Weekly routine that is related to skincare products includes <b>face mask</b> (1-2 times per week), <b>exfoliation</b> (2-3 times per week), and <b>retinol</b> (2-3 times per week).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Weekly routine that is related to hygiene includes <b>cleaning beauty tools</b> (sponges, brushes), and <b>changing/washing pillowcase.</b><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h4>Skincare Routine: Monthly</h4></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Going for <b>facial treatment</b> falls under monthly skincare routine. But this one, I personally am not doing it. Maybe later when I feel like it.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h3>Quick Skincare Tips</h3></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And now, let me share with you some quick skincare tips which I personally practice throughout the journey of building up my skincare habit.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSf-tlUOwun4CNjmGKadtou1RU7-lmmLPouMqBZ51UMUvY11NjqevAoUWNEEb3kpmaSNq9zNlc8hW6YvQn4rA4QhQ4-zjKXHdhA-Wuy5Uh1MXCAg3Qgq-Wj_MeIuHa0fqwxA3Bsmy1RLKQgDZowqkkEWaxgyVghMrl3KRumxsugD_T-zmp0HzlG4DUSbHK/s1920/quick-skincare-tips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSf-tlUOwun4CNjmGKadtou1RU7-lmmLPouMqBZ51UMUvY11NjqevAoUWNEEb3kpmaSNq9zNlc8hW6YvQn4rA4QhQ4-zjKXHdhA-Wuy5Uh1MXCAg3Qgq-Wj_MeIuHa0fqwxA3Bsmy1RLKQgDZowqkkEWaxgyVghMrl3KRumxsugD_T-zmp0HzlG4DUSbHK/s16000/quick-skincare-tips.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Understand your skin type before purchasing products.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Start with the basics (cleanse, moisturize, SPF).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Take time with cleansing (including jawline & neck).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Double cleanse every night.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Exfoliate max 2-3 times per week.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. Apply skincare to damp skin (for hydrating products).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">7. SPF in moisturizer is not enough.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">8. It's never too late to start!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">9. Be patient & consistent. Don't be discouraged if you don't see overnight changes on your skin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Back to the analogy between happiness and skincare. It truly reminds us that the most beautiful things in life often come from the commitment to simple, daily practices.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, let's embrace the beauty of consistency. Let's make happiness a habit by finding joy in everyday moments. Let's treat your skincare not as a chore but as an act of self-love.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In both cases, the reward is clear - a brighter, more beautiful life, and skin that glows with health and vitality.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>Joyce Rachel Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03437543149131181327noreply@blogger.com0