Monthly Archives: May 2011

Where’s Singapore?

Posted on May 23, 2011 by kelchan

I ordered this place mat from Amazon for Xi. AND SINGAPORE DOESN’T EXIST!  WTF! And they call themselves Brainymats? Sheesh! They even proudly state this is made in the USA. Phht. Exactly! Wondering if I should return it or put … Continue reading →

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All Hail Kale

Posted on May 13, 2011 by kelchan

Kale is a gorgeous green with a generous amount of Vitamin K, A & C and is hearty and yummy. In 2007, Taided introduced me to the wonderful world of kale with her kale salad, now also featured here. For … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Xiola | 8 Comments

VenturEd Spring 2011 Program COMPLETE!

Posted on May 12, 2011 by kelchan

repost from VenturEd Blog Congratulations to all our graduates! Last Saturday, we honored our graduates in the VenturEd Awards Ceremony, in a beautiful lounge donated by WeWork. Prizes were given to our students: The 1st Prize ($120 per student) team … Continue reading →

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Hi Shadow!

Posted on May 10, 2011 by kelchan

After months of winter where the sun sets by 4pm, it’s nice to chase our shadows on the walk home after work. Hi Shadow! Chan Laurie, Brendan Considine liked this post

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Xi & Jenni

Posted on May 9, 2011 by kelchan

Jenni used to babysit Xiola in the first year of her life. When I interviewed nannies for Xiola, I always knew that her caregiver must be someone special who will feel like part of our family. We are so lucky … Continue reading →

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Some recent I Love NYCing

Posted on May 9, 2011 by kelchan

Love this city!

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Wise Words

Posted on May 5, 2011 by kelchan

I feel that the essence of spiritual practice is your attitude toward others. When you have a pure, sincere motivation, then you have right attitude toward others based on kindness, compassion, love and respect. – Dalai Lama Jolene Yeoh Mun … Continue reading →

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You know you are a mom when…

Posted on May 4, 2011 by kelchan

… You get really really excited about the park/playground renovation in your neighbourhood! LOVE public parks! I’ll take this over a big backyard anytime! http://allaboutfifth.blogspot.com/2011/05/washington-parkjj-byrne-playground.html

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Bin Laden is Dead

Posted on May 2, 2011 by kelchan

And I want to quote my friend Jenni: I am choosing not to celebrate the murder of Osama…not because he deserved to live, but because I hope to one day live in a world where no one takes to the … Continue reading →

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