Archive for the 'family' Category

Taking care of old folks

While my husband was away for a week, it became my task to take care of his father (83 years old) who lives on his own in a 3 story rented house. Too big for an old man who couldn’t walk without an aid of a walker. Unfortunately moving him to a flat where old [...]

Sunday, November 16th, 2008

What’s your baby’s name?

Earlier I had a conversation with my 4-months pregnant neighbor. Since we’re both originally not from Holland (hence foreigners) we both think it’s important that we keep in touch as we kind of understand each other because of our status. Yes, sometimes it’s much easier to talk to someone who isn’t Dutch.
Anyway, she’s busy finding [...]

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

help those youngsters with acne

According to acne resource center, 3 out of 4 teens get infected with acne and some of them may end up with severe psychological damage or physical scarring for life. Imagine the endless teasing of peers they take inside and outside school?! These tens tend to lose their self-confidence and self esteem due to the [...]

Monday, October 27th, 2008

problems are to there be solved

I have been lucky, this I always tell myself. I always thank the Almighty for really taking good care of me, for giving me strength to face this life. I have nothing to complain about.
But lately, I have been complaining about the choices my family back home are making. Where these choices have lead them. [...]

Sunday, October 26th, 2008