We jumped at the invitation extended to us by my wife's former colleague and a reader of ParentWonder.com. They were the organizers of a day trip that took place last Friday. The day trip comprised … [Read more...]
Fun Times
Looking for ideas to have fun with your family? You have come to the right place. Here you'll discover excellent tips, checklists, and real life examples of how parents have fun with children.
Family Road Trip: Sitiawan, Lumut and Pangkor Island
June 11, 2014 by
Since we were offered a free place to stay (from my cousin) in Swiss Court Holiday Apartment Damai Laut, we planned a visit to this wonderful places (Sitiawan and Lumut) again during the recent school … [Read more...]
Boey yourself
August 28, 2013 by
In a rare opportunity, we took J and K to a book signing ceremony last Sunday. Why rare? Because it's hard to come across an author who is loved by them and is willing to do the autograph at the … [Read more...]
Kuala Selangor: Family Day Trip
June 14, 2013 by
Our plan for camping in an orchard didn't turn out well. My friend planned for a day trip to Kuala Selangor last Saturday. Joined altogether by three families: 6 adults and 5 children. Kuala … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Banting, Jugra, and Jenjarom
April 17, 2013 by
I couldn't stand the itch of not traveling during the recent one week school holiday. By hook or by crook I had to bring the family somewhere. I have a list of "Where to Go" and Banting and Jugra … [Read more...]
A Visit to Beris Lake Vineyard, Kedah
April 2, 2013 by
Are you kidding? A vineyard here in Malaysia? That was my reaction when I heard about this. Having a vineyard is not possible in a tropical country like Malaysia - which is hot and humid throughout … [Read more...]
Tanjung Sepat Day Trip 2.0
March 13, 2013 by
During a long weekend in January, we had an impromptu plan. After almost 3 years since our first visit (you can read about it here), we made another trip to this authentic village that is full of … [Read more...]
Family Trip to Taiwan
February 28, 2013 by
During the last school holiday in December 2012, we went to Taiwan for vacation for a total of 13 days. My parents-in-law came along. After searching for a private driver and booking accommodation, … [Read more...]
Interesting facts about Taiwan
December 21, 2012 by
I am home! I just got back from our vacation in Taiwan. Though it was tiring (we changed hotel almost every day except the last 3 days) but it was fun and educational. For the uninitiated, … [Read more...]
The most effective way to teach values to children
October 1, 2012 by
If you want to teach children something, use stories. Why do you think you have bedtime stories and unlimited stories aimed at children? And most stories end with: "The moral of the story … [Read more...]
