Archive for 2021

MITSUI OUTLET PARK KLIA SEPANG MAKES DREAMS COME TRUE THIS CHRISTMAS

Sunday, December 19, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang (MOP KLIA), Japan’s branded factory outlet shopping mall is on a mission to make dreams come true this Christmas by giving shoppers the opportunity to win a brand new sedan and also fulfilling the Christmas wish list of the less fortunate children.


In making wishes come true for shoppers this Christmas, MOP KLIA will be giving away one unit of Toyota Vios in a ‘Shop and Win’ contest. Shoppers who spend a minimum of RM500 in a maximum of two receipts at any retail or F&B outlet will be eligible for this contest. Contest ends on 2 January 2022. Starting 3 December 2021, exclusively on Fridays and weekends, shoppers get to also ‘Flip and Win’ an instant reward when they spend a minimum of RM300 in a maximum of two receipts.


Since 2020, MOP KLIA has made fulfilling the wish lists of children’s homes an annual initiative. This year, MOP KLIA will be fulfilling the wish list from House of Joy. Located in Puchong, House of Joy houses 50 children ages between 3 and 18 years old. Shoppers who wish to also contribute towards making the children’s wishes come true, can pick a wish card, make a purchase from MOP KLIA, tag the gift with the child’s name and place it at the Information Counter.

 



“2021 has been a tough year for many due to the prolonged lockdown and economy uncertainties. With the theme ‘A Snowy Christmas’, MOP KLIA hopes to bring shoppers some comfort and joy while they shop here during this Christmas season with the many good promotions and chance to win prizes,” said TJ Cheah, Deputy Managing Director of MFMA Development Sdn Bhd.

 

Visiting MOP KLIA this Christmas, shoppers will notice Snowy characters on MOP KLIA’s very own Snowy Christmas Island that are specially created to add some elements of fun and joy for shoppers. In addition, shoppers can drop by new stores that have just opened – they include Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Victoria Secret, Godiva and Steve Madden.




A 3-day only Countdown Christmas Sale will be held from 17 – 19 December, with extended shopping hours until 11pm. Shoppers stand a chance to enjoy additional Instant Reward Cash Back during the happy hours from 9 – 11pm.

 


Other exciting offers by MOP KLIA includes a 3-day Christmas Eve Special and Countdown 2022 Special, from 24 – 26 December and 31 December–2 January 2022 respectively. Customers who spend a minimum of RM200 on maximum of two receipts will receive instant cashback of up to RM50 for their next purchase. The Christmas Eve Special is limited to the first 500 eligible customers, while the Countdown 2022 Special will be offered to the first 300 eligible customers.

 

There will also be an exclusive gift redemption that entitles the first 50 customers per day with a minimum spending of RM200 in maximum of two receipts to redeem a Limited Edition Christmas Badge. Additionally, the first 750 HSBC card holders with a minimum spending of RM2000 in maximum of two receipts at any participating luxury brand outlets will be given complimentary Godiva Chocolate Gift Set. Offer is valid until 2 January 2022.

 

MOP KLIA is strategically located, just 8 minutes away from KLIA and klia2 and approximately 45 minutes from KL City Centre. The outlet mall is easily accessible through various highways such as ELITE, LDP, KESAS, MAJU Expressway, North South Expressway Central Link, and NKVE. Getting to MOP KLIA is also convenient as there are ample public transportation services available.

For more information on upcoming offers, promotions and happenings at MOP KLIA, visit www.mitsuioutletparkklia.com.my or www.facebook.com/MOPKLIA.

Knowing more about Tobacco Harm Reduction

Monday, November 22, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

In general, I have few smokers friends and even my family members who used to smoke at home quite frequently when I was a little girl. I still recall it and myself can't tolerate with the smoke and smell. The surroundings is polluted. Exposure to secondhand smoke can cause coronary heart disease and lung cancer in non-smokers, and increase the risk of: Respiratory diseases (such as asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia).



Tobacco is harmful and dangerous.
When tobacco is burned, it creates over 7,000 dangerous new chemicals, and just one puff could also release more than 70 cancer-causing chemicals! And as these puffs are released to the surroundings, they bring with them a long list of chronic smoking-related diseases such as cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD), heart diseases, stroke and many more – harming not only the smokers, but also anyone that passes by and shares the same polluted air!

We do understand it is not easy to get rid of being a smokers in short period but we can get to know more on how  Tobacco Harm Reduction and some alternatives to reduce the risk for those smokers who unwilling to quit.

Let me share with you some interesting facts on Tobacco Harm Reduction

What is Harm Reduction?

The guiding principle of Harm Reduction believes in opening up avenues to alternatives that can help prevent or eradicate harm-inducing habits or activities that are essentials in order to build a better and healthier Malaysia.

What is Tobacco Harm Reduction?

Tobacco harm reduction (THR) believes that reducing the levels of harm from tobacco use among smokers is the priority because eliminating exposure to nicotine is not always achievable. Thus, the main objective of THR is to help smokers switch to less harmful alternatives.



These are the suggested options for risk reducing alternatives to help smokers:-

1.E-Cigarettes

Examples: Vape, vape pens, e-hookah, e-pipe, e-cigars and many more. 

What is it: A battery-operated device that does not contain tobacco. Instead, it works by heating an e-liquid to emit a vaporized solution upon inhalation to simulate tobacco smoking (but with relatively less harmful vapor!). The e-liquid typically contains a mixture of chemicals, artificial flavourings, and nicotine. However, options for non-nicotine e-cigarettes are also available.


2. Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs)

Examples: IQOS, Ploom TECH, PAX, Glo and many more. 

What is it: HTPs are devices that employ battery-powered heating systems to heat tobacco to produce nicotine. Unlike cigarettes, HTPs do not burn tobacco, but as its name implies, heats it before allowing it to reach its combustion point.

3. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

Examples: Nicotine infused products such as gum, patches, lozenges, inhalers and more. 

What is it: A commonly used, medically approved method that administers nicotine to a user without the harmful chemicals found in tobacco. NRT comes in many sizes, shapes, and forms, designed to help those who quit smoking - especially those who suffer from severe nicotine withdrawal symptoms. NRTs are widely available at pharmacies. 

4. Smokeless Tobacco

Examples: Snus, snuff tobacco or chewing tobacco.

What is it: Smokeless tobacco supplies nicotine without the combustion of tobacco and is administered either orally or nasally. As it does not involve the combustion of tobacco, therefore presenting no risks without smoke inhalation, smokeless tobacco is generally considered less harmful than smoking cigarettes - albeit, addictive.


In a nutshell, Tobacco smoking is a leading cause of lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. For smokers who want to quit, nicotine replacement therapy and bupropion are frequently recommended. 

Why you should Quit smoking? Improves health status and enhances quality of life, reduces the risk for many adverse health effects, including poor reproductive health outcomes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and cancer.

While quitting earlier in life yields greater health benefits, quitting smoking is beneficial to health at any age. Even people who have smoked for many years or have smoked heavily will benefit from quitting.

Check out more full coverage and details at 

https://www.haahub.com.my/harm-reduction


Article source and credit photos to this website :

https://esgclarity.com/little-progress-made-by-tobacco-firms-in-harm-reduction/

https://www.rstreet.org/2019/08/07/tobacco-harm-reduction-evidence-update/

https://twitter.com/THRKenya

https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/how_to_quit/benefits/index.htm

A smile for every child @Mattel’s Happy Playcation campaign

Monday, August 30, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

With the objective of bringing A Smile for Every Child, toy company Mattel popular for signature brands like Hot Wheels, Uno and Barbie will be collaborating with e-commerce platform Shopee to send out toys worth up to RM100,000 as both companies look to address the need to uplift the spirits of underprivileged children during these turbulent times.

Pledging one toy for every order made via selected stores, Mattel and Shopee, as well as NGOs Dignity for Children Foundation and the Childhood Cancer Caring Society of Kuala Lumpur (CARES), are partnering on a special campaign called Happy Playcation taking place from 1 till 3 September 2021.

The participating stores are the Mattel, Barbie, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price official stores on Shopee. To further encourage Malaysians to support the campaign, Mattel will offer up to 30% off on its toys during the campaign period.

Murat Ariksoy, General Manager of Mattel Continental Asia said, “We acknowledge the adverse impact of the global pandemic on children in terms of learning and simply having a memorable childhood. We are launching this campaign with the common goal of uplifting the next generation. We strive to enable all kids to feel like children again with this partnership, while seeding joy into the community and helping parents with our learning toys.”

This campaign is part of the #ShopeeGivesBack movement, which is aimed at creating awareness and driving donations for various charitable organisations to support their respective causes from healthcare and underprivileged communities to the marginalised, including animals.


Having started in 1998, the Dignity for Children Foundation provides education and care for marginalised and urban poor children in Kuala Lumpur. It currently serves over 1,700 children and youth aged 2-19 years, mainly operating education programmes in Sentul.

Liew Tong Ngan, Dignity's Director of Marketing and Communications said, “We are extremely grateful to be receiving these wonderful toys from Mattel to be distributed out to our children and youths. A very big thank you to Mattel and Shopee for remembering the underserved and allowing the young and old to reach their full potential through play.

Meanwhile, CARES is a non-profit NGO formed by parents whose children have been diagnosed with cancer, medical professionals and caring volunteers. CARES’s mission statement is to improve the quality of life and well-being of children and teens with cancer and at the same, to provide social support for the families and caregivers of the sick child while they undergo treatment for their medical conditions.

Ms. Margaret Low, CARES President said, “We’re honoured to be a part of this movement that will surely leave a positive impact in the lives of those children receiving these toys. Hopefully more meaningful initiatives like Happy Playcation will be executed down the road to continue inspiring these special individuals of our community.”


Shopee Malaysia Senior Manager (Business Development) Zed Li said, “At a time when members of the community are battling with their own struggles to get through this difficult period, it is all the more important that we lend a helping hand in the best way that we can. The underprivileged children are a group whose needs should not be neglected, especially now, and it is crucial that we help alleviate the pressure they may be facing. Mattel’s Happy Playcation campaign seeks to do just that. We’re hopeful that this initiative will bring positivity to their lives, beyond the fun that they can have with the Mattel toys. We commend everyone involved for their efforts and are pleased to provide our support to Mattel’s Happy Playcation.”

This campaign coincides with Shopee’s 9.9 Super Shopping Day which has something in-store for all its users and is currently taking place till 9 September. Buyers can look forward to claiming Free Shipping and 99% Coins Cashback vouchers, both with no minimum spend.

On top of this, the Happy Playcation campaign will stream Shopee Live sessions to showcase how Malaysians can assist in bringing a smile to a child in need. The first Shopee Live guest session was held on 27 August at 3PM, which featured a guest speaker from the Dignity for Children Foundation.


The next session on 1 September at 8.30PM will host guest speakers from CARES, who will further highlight how this campaign will bring cheer to the children. Exciting giveaways and an unboxing session of Mattel toys will also take place.

The Happy Playcation campaign is also launched in collaboration with Shopee Mum’s Club, a one-stop shop for all mothers’ needs for their child. The club shares the same aspirations of bringing happiness to a child, even beyond a mother’s own. Happy Playcation will be handing out exclusive vouchers to club members to encourage participation of the campaign among the community of mothers.

To learn more about Mattel’s Happy Playcation campaign, visit https://shopee.com.my/m/mattel-happy-playcation


myFirst Camera 3 & myFirst Fone R1

Saturday, August 14, 2021 1 Comments A+ a-

 My little girls love this awesome Camera from @myfirst.official


It is the best photography experience for them to learn during stay at home period. It is very light and works like a real digital camera and more. Amazing!

Mummy and daddy is excited too figuring out how to use it together.
myFirst Camera 3 have many functions.
With the 16MP camera, you’re assured of quality, high pixel images from your child’s perspective. Fantastic HD photos and videos!

It has new macro lense where kids can zoom in the object and also selfie lens.Moreover, video functions is also available!

Durable and powerful . Comes with safe shockproof pouch. The pouch is made of high tensile strength polymers which resist drops, knocks, and bumps.

With 1000mAh battery and supporting up to 32GB microSD card, my children can take plenty of photos and videos, anytime, anywhere! Also preloaded frames to to give child insta-like photos!
Sweet memory to create together and fun activities this weekend.

Looking something special for our kids as a birthday gift or to cheer them up during this pandemic time?
Let me Introduce you the myFirst Fone R1, the first round shape 4G LTE Music Smartwatch Phone specially designed for Next-gen Kids. I love the amazing all-in-one device, a combination of phone, music player, camera, clock, GPS tracker and fitness tracker. One of the coolest on-the-move entertainment that the kids ever had.


2 -Way Voice & Video Call- R1 kids smart watch and smartphone can communicate through voice or video calls just like a regular phone. R1 watch phone for kids comes with an MP3 player and built-in loudspeaker that provides up to 10 hours playback time which is great for music or listening to audiobooks.

R1 strap is crafted with ultra-comfort soft touch silicone strap. It is designed with a concave inner surface to provide a breathable experience.


It is a cool stylish Smartwatch design for kids with multi functions.

Check out the link below for more info:







FABER-CASTELL’S SMOOTHEST GEL PEN – FAST GEL Z TAKES WRITING EXPERIENCE TO NEW PEAKS

Thursday, July 29, 2021 1 Comments A+ a-


Faber-Castell Malaysia has launched the Fast Gel Z, a new retractable gel pen that offers an unbeatable smooth writing experience, making it the smoothest gel pen in the market.

In engineering the Fast Gel Z, Faber-Castell developed a new and innovative multi-channelled tip that is paired with ultra-low viscosity[1] ink that results in an unrivalled smooth writing performance. This innovative combination results in The Fast Gel Z Pen delivering the smoothest writing performance out of any other pen in the market.

With the new tip technology, there is less friction between the pen and the paper, resulting in a smooth laydown. In laboratory friction tests conducted with other competitor gel pens in the market, the Fast Gel Z pen achieves the lowest friction.

“Faber-Castell always strives to produce innovative products that cater to the demands and needs of consumers. Some of the concerns we noted among consumers when using a gel pen is its inability to glide smoothly coupled with constant ink smudges and slippery especially during a long writing duration, which do not give consumers a good writing experience. This has prompted us to innovate the Fast Gel Z pen that can take users’ writing experience to new peaks,” said Mr Andrew Woon, Managing Director of Faber-Castell Malaysia.

 

“With the inclusion of the latest technologies, such as the precision tip technology and ultra smooth ink feature, one can now experience pure writing pleasure using the Fast Gel Z Pen as it ensures an effortless, vibrant and intense line; without skips, smudges and lags,” added Andrew.

Andrew said the gel pen is an important business segment for Faber-Castell Malaysia. According to a study by Kantar, the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company, the market size of gel pens in 2019 stands at RM43 million in Malaysia.

Persistence Market Research’s published report in 2020 state that the global writing instruments market is expected to expand 1.5 times by 2030. Students represent the biggest opportunity in terms of end users in the writing instruments market and is on track to expand at a CAGR of around 5 percent through 2030. Among the stationery product types, the pen segment account for a significant share of approximately 60 percent in the global writing instruments market.

The new Fast Gel Z pen includes the following features: 

·         Ultimate smoothness in writing performance

·         Fast-dry ink with no smudges

·         Intense, vibrant inks

·         Extra-soft grip for superior comfort when writing

·         Refillable


Discover the ultimate smoothness of the Fast Gel Z today! This gel pen comes in two variants - 0.5mm and 0.7mm, both of which are available in black, blue and red ink.

Each Fast Gel Z Pen retails at RM5 a pen while its refill retails at RM3.50. They are now available at major stationery stores and hypermarkets nationwide as well as Faber-Castell’s eShop at https://shop.faber-castell.com.my/. 

Parenting during a Pandemic

Saturday, June 26, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

Parenting during a pandemic is challenging and create emotionally tense environment in our home. We are physically and mentally affected by this Covid-19 pandemic. No usual weekend outing with my kids that we used to enjoy and travelling. We have to adapt to the new norm and practice all these SOP terms that  create many curious questions from our children. What is SOP mummy?? Fear, stress and anxiety are the feelings that surrounds us this pandemic.


Kids seems to be happy knowing that mummy and daddy is working from home. But the reality is most of the time they are being scold because they are not concentrating during the google class and parents are busy working with tight deadlines and back to back meetings. Our daily routine is being scheduled. We have 5 laptops (parents and 3 schooling kids), one Wifi connection to be shared among us adding on with 3 other family members. That's the biggest challenge to get a stable connection and when there is interuption all become havoc!!

Another concern is the space. Kids are sharing table learning at the living hall while me and hubby sharing the same working desk. Honestly, sometime when we face each other too long hours, kids and hubby does irritates me. Stressful workloads, demanding deadlines, and worrying about losing job all creates frustration and I can't control that temper when kids are throwing tantrum and fight with each other. 






At the same time, I am worried for my kids eyesight, and keep nagging them to have balance time for playing computer games. They have google class from morning until 1pm and continue to play games after few hours. 

The hilarious part is hearing the daily statement from my kids " I am Hungry!". It seems to be easy task, but not at the right timing when you have to join zoom meeting that seems like never ending or handling urgent task. I am thankful that my mum inlaw prepares our daily homecooked food and taking care of my little kiddos.

After the first MCO period, i begin to learn and adapt to this pandemic routine. More organize schedule and plans, reduce unnecessary stress and balance our emotions to create a healthier environment in our family.

Here are some of the activities/plans that can foster a better bonding relationship with our children.

1. Plan the daily work task ahead and try to off work on time. Take a short break in between，Spend the night time and weekends with kids. Watching movie together, munching on snacks and play games together. We also did funny videos in tiktok, enjoy the singing session at wesing apps and playful exercise movements to keep them active.


2. Praise the kids if they have done the homework given and if they behave well on that particular days. Reward them with their favourite snacks or drinks. Sometime we also need the enjoyment of food at home and I will order food delivery.




3. Buy more childhood or education games such as monopoly, scrabble, congkak, board games and etc to have play time together. 

4. Do cleaning together and discover many treasures at home. Found long lost toys, pictures, books and other interesting stuff that brings us sweet memories especially showing my photobook collection to my children and telling them how fast they have grown up.

5. Dress up and role play activities. Although we can't go out, we can buy clothes we like, put on some make ups and dress our little ones to make them happy.


6. Create mess together at the kitchen and just wanna have fun to cook and eat our favourite food.


7. Motivate and positive sharing with my children to assure them to overcome their fear and always remind them about hygiene. Also reminds them the importance to take daily supplements.

8. Self -care and ME time. Shower is my best ME time.

It is easier to said than to be done. Just be patience, believe and think positively. Do our best to keep our kids safe and loved. Hugs and kisses is all they need.

'Even after the worst storms, the sun will shine again'


*Glad to be choosen and featured in Parenthood Magazine Malaysia for my article and hope this will inspire others.*

'Happy Parents Day'

Printcious- My Lovely Gift

Sunday, May 30, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

 


Happy to received my customized gifts from @printcious 

There are many beautiful designs with different gift category to choose in the website. We can add our own design, insert pictures and create the best wishes to that someone special.






Have fun together with my little girls browsing the items and choose their birthday wishlist. Stunning and unique design to choose and great bargain on their current promotions and discounted price too!




Throw pillows - soft and comfy material, perfect for cuddling.


Pretty Unicorn Non Woven Bags- adding text and printed on the front with own choice of the text style and colour. Non Woven Bag is environmental friendly because it is 100 percent recyclable and light weight. Easy to bring along and stylish too.


Magic Mug- Kids love this special magic mug. Changes colour when we add in hot water. Amazing design!

Printcious is generous to give out Free two badges for my purchase and free delivery for items above RM 80.

Good quality and we extremely love the creation. Awesome gifts!

Check out : https://www.printcious.com/my


Fun Travelling Experience to Singapore

Monday, April 12, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

We love travelling and always wanted to visit new places and explore new activities. During this pandemic time, we are stuck at home and I really miss those travelling moments with hubby and tagging along with my kids. I am always the one who suggest where we should go and plan for our family outing during school holiday and spending time with our kids. 

The first question in mind is Where shall we go? Usually, I will browse through the website or download travelling apps like Traveloka, Klook and others to do some research and read useful article on places of interest and the activities suitable for the kids. Next, I will look for family friendly hotel that provide good amenities and convenient for family especially when we have four kids to handle. Transportation from the hotel, distance to places of interest to visit and hotel facilities are important as well.

From my past travelling experience to Singapore, I am grateful that hubby is very supportive and agreed to my travelling plan. I have go through hotel info to stay in Singapore and many nice Hotel in Singapore that offers impressive facilities and convenient to travel with MRT in each statition that connects to the shopping mall as well. My preference will be the Sentosa Hotel in Singapore. It is well connected with the rest of the city, nice view and very nearby to the Sentosa Island. There are many places to visit at Sentosa Island. 

Enjoy walking the pedestrian boardwalk and hopping on the monorail to explore each station. Tiger Sky Tower has panoramic views that can stretch as far as Indonesia. On the south coast, Palawan Beach is lined with food stalls and bars, and has a suspension bridge to a small offshore island. Lots of sweet memories there with hubby and wish to bring my four kids for our next visit.

Fun travelling moments with my girl when I bought her to Jurong Park, Universal Studios and Underwater World. There are more beautiful place to visit now such as Marina Bay Sands, Garden by the Bay and many more.


Enjoy the best panoramic Singapore city skyline. A vantage point for taking in the entire city.

Singapore has an excellent public transportation system that makes getting around convenient and easy. That's why I love travelling to Singapore. The public transport is very convenient and easy to reach out.  The signboard is clear to understand and English is spoken everywhere, and signs are in English as well.

By reading more reviews on each places of interest that we wish to visit, it does help to make our travelling smooth. It is very important to plan ahead especially when we travel with children. With the website such as Traveloka, I can easily plan my flight and hotel planning in details. With price comparison and reviews feedback , I can make the right choice to choose the perfect venue and hotel stay for my family. We can compare prices on hotel easily and read useful reviews. Reading reviews help us to choose the right hotel that best suits our budget and expectation. 

We have a wonderful  trip to Singapore and I am glad that we managed to visit those places that I have earlier planned. Feeling mission accomplished and looking forward for more fun travelling moments with my family.

Top 60 Malaysia Lifestyle Blogs, Websites & Influencers in 2021

Sunday, January 31, 2021 0 Comments A+ a-

Feeling Glad to make it to the list for Top 60 Malaysia Lifestyle Blogs, Websites & Influencers in 2021.


Thanks for all readers and support.
Keep positive!
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