tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291Tue, 29 May 2012 23:37:43 +0000shoppingbanana dietpilateseventsrelationshipsaboutbeauty tipstoday's flowerpersonalityclothescosmeticsmayo clinic dietsportswedgesbeautydressesgetting gorgeoussaleperfumeskidsshoesexerciseJillian Michaelsessential oilsmemehair carewomen inspirationproduct reviewsmy weight loss programhip hop absSouth Beach Diet ReviewsGirlsmakeup essentialskids' healthawardfashionhealth tipsUSANA ResetMedia Eventdiethand bagsmakeupwelcomewomen talkfacial careblogginghealthfitnessskin careblog giveawayboutique saleon all things women (fashion, shopping, health and fitness)http://www.janetspeaks.com/noreply@blogger.com (Jan)Blogger367125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-5769400312576156060Tue, 29 May 2012 23:37:00 +00002012-05-30T07:37:43.357+08:00Enrolling kids in special classes during the summer is one way for them to make new friends, grow socially and develop their talents at the same time. Of course it also gives me free time to be with my own friends, do household chores and yes, hang out with my virtual friends in facebook. Learning how to play musical instruments is one of my frustrations, but I have decided that my kids could do http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/special-summer-classes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-5016491081223197660Tue, 29 May 2012 23:27:00 +00002012-05-30T07:27:59.134+08:00One of the things I like about this school that I am teaching is that I could have quality time with my students, both in a classroom setting or outside school premises and have a chance to bond. I could not imagine teaching a huge crowd of 80 or more students, just like the Math or Science classes I had when I was in the university. Of course the teacher was aided with a sound system to be heardhttp://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/stuck-in-high-school.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-748172354015976101Tue, 29 May 2012 14:00:00 +00002012-05-29T22:00:10.541+08:00I have been away from our home country for more than a decade now. I have become bi-cultural, which has its advantages and downsides. But mind you, because of the modern technology, being away from our home country and family is not that much of a struggle anymore these days. Because of social networks, we could easily access to videos and photos our loved ones post online. On top of that, we http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/away-from-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-511349133217506734Tue, 29 May 2012 13:49:00 +00002012-05-29T21:49:05.342+08:00Media EventThe school holidays are just around the corner yet again, much to the excitement of school-going children around Malaysia . Indeed, school holidays is a time when families can take much deserved holidays together, engage in a variety of activities and simply share quality time with each other. However, the holidays can also be a stressful period. While still at a young age, children are very http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/hot-wheels.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-5659038657111072856Tue, 29 May 2012 00:56:00 +00002012-05-29T08:56:23.410+08:00I observed that the way a person style his or her hair reveal much. Having a hair-style that suits you is vital. Humans have varying head shape, hair type and texture, neck length, facial features; in short, we are unique individuals. A certain hair style or hair color may suit you but not your best friend. Add to your must get list: A hair-stylist who knows how to style your type of hair. Go http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/your-hairstyle-is-who-you-are.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-2350895780536467998Mon, 14 May 2012 10:36:00 +00002012-05-14T18:36:49.330+08:00wedgesshoesshoppingI think by now you've known I'm a sucker for wedges... WHITE wedges to be exact. But I do need some other colors too. Black won't be such a bad idea to add to my collection. And so, for this year 2012 (it's not even a half year yet), I wanna show you my wedges collection: Presenting: Charles and Keith white strappy wedges Another pair of white wedges from Elle which I got with a 40% discounthttp://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/charles-and-keith-and-my-wedges.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-1724813727986118876Sat, 12 May 2012 14:12:00 +00002012-05-12T22:12:02.153+08:00Media EventMattel Fisher-Price, toy pioneers for infants to preschoolers will be hosting a special parenting workshop that discusses on The Power of “Interactive” Play. Following a successful first time, Fisher-Price will be bringing child development expert; Ms. Carrie E Lupoli, Founder of Live & Learn (Singapore) once again to Malaysia where she will be able to share the importance of interactive play http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/fisher-price-power-of-interactive-play.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-3556201410672552861Sat, 12 May 2012 14:00:00 +00002012-05-12T22:00:49.349+08:00Just like shoes, the mattress you sleep on could make a difference to your well being. One of the causes of backaches and spine problems is the bed you sleep on.We all have our individual preference of everything, it makes us who we are. I guess we can also say that we are the sum total of our preferences. If you have stayed for the night in many different places, you have also slept on http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/we-are-what-we-use.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-7325982272999408038Thu, 10 May 2012 12:12:00 +00002012-05-10T20:12:39.935+08:00Media EventGirlsBarbie® teams up with 20 Da Vinci Creative Kids Centres in Klang Valley and Penang for Barbie Design and Dress Studio Workshop. Mattel Barbie®, one of the popular girl brands is inviting children aged 6 to 12 years old to learn how to become more creative with several designing workshops scheduled from 5 May 2012 to 22 September 2012 throughout Peninsular Malaysia. Collaborating with Da Vincihttp://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/barbie-design-and-dress-studio-workshop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-6825167499529778935Sat, 05 May 2012 02:41:00 +00002012-05-05T10:42:33.387+08:00 The students and I decided to have Friday Fun at Giggles Boardgame Cafe for our once-a-month social gathering. And of course it was Jonathan's birthday and a farewell party for Laura as she'll be gone for 3 months for family furlough in the US. The place is just educational, interactive and just fun. Will be going back there. Promise. http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/giggles-boardgame-cafe.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4896465650753377926Thu, 03 May 2012 14:04:00 +00002012-05-03T22:44:30.709+08:00Now that I am working, I have to keep myself updated with the latest on beauty products. I have always been in the past, but now there seems to be that “hidden pressure” to keep myself presentable especially that my job requires me to talk with people— with students, parents and co-workers. Choosing what to wear could be a pressure, too, but I am trying to tell myself that I don’t have to buy http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/cleopatras-choice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-707747473637598351Thu, 03 May 2012 14:03:00 +00002012-05-03T22:22:54.363+08:00I can’t remember the last time I ever spent time in my garden. I really loved it when my parents were here for a visit because gardening kept them busy—and it was a real treat for me! After a long day at work, the last thing that I would ever want to think about would be gardening. Hanging out in the garden with one of those swing sets would be a real treat. I can imagine just sitting there http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/05/book-and-cup-of-coffee.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-8798664507379507287Sun, 22 Apr 2012 07:02:00 +00002012-04-22T15:02:37.082+08:00Everyone in the family has a bicycle, except me. My husband's one is too high for me to reach the pedal. The seat is adjustable but since it got stuck (maybe it needs oiling), we couldn't adjust the seat. So I won't feel comfortable cycling it. The kids are urging me to buy one for myself because when we go to the park and they want to cycle, I would only take a walk. I feel kind of left out, http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/cycling-good-exercise.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-2745398773176133049Sat, 21 Apr 2012 17:24:00 +00002012-04-22T01:24:24.798+08:00Samantha was invited to a birthday party at Jkids in Tropicana Mall. We haven't been to this mall yet but we drove past it a few times. Today, though, not sure what happened but we missed the turning that goes to the mall. We had to drive all the way up, passing by steel buildings just to find a way to u-turn. Took us a few miles to get to it. Jkids in Tropicana City Mall is a fun place for kidshttp://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/birthday-party-at-jkids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-3929512352844023380Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:09:00 +00002012-04-20T07:09:14.541+08:00I don't fancy motorbikes but if I were to get one, I'll go for a Harley Davidson. Imagine riding in one across the country like the "Wild Hogs" did! Wild Hogs was a 2007 comedy about four men from diverse backgrounds who wanted 'to be alive again', so they sought adventure by riding in their Harley Davidson from Cincinnati, Ohio to the state of California;that's more than halfway across the US http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/fancy-motorbike.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4760086539972655509Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:06:00 +00002012-04-20T07:06:02.353+08:00What we wear does not equate who we are but tells much about who we are. Just because we wear swimsuits does not mean we know how to swim, just because we dressed ourselves like chefs does not mean we know how to cook without bringing the kitchen down. In movies, musicals, dramas, TV shows, the way each character dresses provide us vital visual information worth more than a thousand words. I http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/what-we-wear-is-who-we-are.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4070753859477683435Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:43:00 +00002012-04-19T06:43:05.429+08:00Imagine yourself being in a country where English is rarely spoken. Then you need to go to the hospital for some reasons. Imagine talking to a doctor who can barely speak English. I am pretty sure there's communication breakdown going on there. But imagine if you're in an English speaking country and no matter how much the doctors or medical providers speak in English but if there's no clarity http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/communication-breakdown.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-1765004200787592048Mon, 02 Apr 2012 02:59:00 +00002012-04-19T06:36:37.655+08:00kidsshoes When Schenker started to walk, he was already 12 months old. His paediatrician advised us to get or invest on a good shoes for him. So His daddy bought him a pair of shoes from Mothercare. For his second pair, I bought him a pair of Adidas. (Had to search my old blog post for the shoes. *grin*) I am glad Schenker get to have good shoes for him. They would usually last long. I have been http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/03/soda-shoes-for-boys.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-2640762652512780847Sun, 01 Apr 2012 03:26:00 +00002012-04-01T11:26:05.120+08:00Today 44 years ago, my parents got married. That's after only 3 months of courtship. Sometimes, you really can't tell, can you? Imagine, they met at a Christmas party in December. Dad started pursuing mom in January the next year month, mom said yes in February, planned a wedding in March and got married on April 1st. It was like a whirlwind romance but they have lasted this long. I am so proud http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/04/parents-44th.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4283758171603600304Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:13:00 +00002012-03-18T23:13:50.372+08:00Thousands of tourists flock the beaches of Thailand during the holidays. While most Asians dread the heat in the tropics, these tourists just love basking in the sun. They must be so proud to show off their tans when they get home! Recently I came across this advertisement about best airbrush tanning solution. Now you can get that gorgeous tan you’ve always wanted sans the hours of lying in http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/03/perfect-tan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4473522163450155532Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:07:00 +00002012-03-05T21:11:38.634+08:00Women are God's unique creation. They have the unique gifting of being romantic and sexy, and they make good meals and not to mention they have the privilege of carrying a baby. Needless to say, they make great mothers and wives too. Plus, they get to adorn themselves with nice dresses and jewelleries too. It is just amazing how you can have all in one in just one of God's creation. One thing Ihttp://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/03/diet-and-women.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-5829010186234784177Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:56:00 +00002012-03-05T21:12:00.936+08:00Travelling to the  US have always been memorable. I particularly like driving in the US. Well, not me but my hubby drives, but I really like that high importance is placed on safety. I remember this one time we were behind this truck, and I saw a sign " Caution, Vehicle Makes Wide Turnings", and I thought the caution was very apt, and gave me ample warning to be cautious when driving behind a http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/03/memorable-trips-to-us.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-3250192352718291162Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:23:00 +00002012-02-28T20:42:19.246+08:00beautyskin care I posted about vampire facelift before and I thought many think it's quite weird a facial. But where I came from, it's quite normal to do -- well, at least for the old folks. Hmm... not totally for the old folks as many young ones have tried it too - things we do for the sake of beauty! Anyways... why am I here? Oh... the 24 Carat Gold Facial Mask! People would do -and give- everything just to http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/02/24-k-gold-facial-mask.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4373779110796796647Sun, 26 Feb 2012 04:44:00 +00002012-02-26T12:49:08.791+08:00fashionSo thrilled to see that the Oscar's Independent Spirit Awards was at Santa Monica, California. I've been there! Really! It just feels nice that major events like this could happen at a place where you've been. As you can tell, I am having a shallow proud moment. LOL. Anyways, there was a purple carpet going on. As always, I checked out celebrities and what they were wearing. I only check out http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/02/kate-beckinsale-and-anna-kendrick-stood.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5584983956540119291.post-4552857210574273802Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:52:00 +00002012-02-25T12:54:31.761+08:00Admit it, we all need pampering from time to time. It doesn't matter if we're a man or a woman. We all need that kind of break that refreshes us. I found a couple of  beauty packages on promo that you might want to consider going for pampering. Classic manicure + Express pedicure with Sea Salt Soak + 1 set of Nail Art for RM35 for one pax and RM 68 for two from Belle Nailz Boutique. More http://www.janetspeaks.com/2012/02/beauty-package.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jan)0