tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post5884546973664540335..comments2023-10-30T21:29:55.402+08:00Comments on Happy Home Baking: When the going gets tough...Happy Homebakerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-39432056163161404242012-12-17T08:40:28.123+08:002012-12-17T08:40:28.123+08:00Hi emma's mummy, glad to know that this post s...Hi emma's mummy, glad to know that this post shed some light on sahms. You don't have to feel guilty, even as sahm, because of my kids busy schedule, I don't have the luxury to spend really quality time with them too :(Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-9706106065881171632012-12-14T14:49:46.835+08:002012-12-14T14:49:46.835+08:00Hi, Happy home baker
Saw this post while I br...Hi, Happy home baker<br /><br /> Saw this post while I browsed your blog. I admire the courage that you posted the words and comments here. Hehe.....If it is me, I probably delete, delete, delete. <br /><br /> And all the while, I envy stay-at-home mummies, and think that they live much better life than me(a working mum). <br /><br />As a foreigner here, I don't have friends as sahm. I feel guilty often for not being able to play with my girls patiently, not being able to coach them for long time, not being able to cook delicious food for them often. Now I know that sahms have equal struggle too, though I will continue have due share of guilt. <br /><br /> Thank your blog for letting me know the voices of sahm, and I am more peace with my situation. <br /><br />Enjoy and brace the beautiful life! emma's mummynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-2310272120594314642011-10-21T06:40:59.072+08:002011-10-21T06:40:59.072+08:00hi katCL, thanks for your encouraging words! It mu...hi katCL, thanks for your encouraging words! It must be very tough to take care of young children when you are far away from your family. I had some experience...just a short 3-4 months stay overseas when my child was just a toddler. You are a great mum, to be able to raise your children to be independent and helping out...I am sure you wont regret all the hard work you have gone through :)Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-66094377897158349002011-10-20T14:09:46.768+08:002011-10-20T14:09:46.768+08:00Hi HHB. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, which...Hi HHB. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, which many SAHMs like myself are able to relate to. We have been living overseas for the past 4 years, away from other family support with no maid and in a totally new foreign country. It was quite a challenge to bring up my then 4 and 9 yr old and learn how to move around by myself while DH is away at work the whole day. Anyway, long story short, we will always do our best for our family no matter how difficult it and before you know, the kids will be independent soon and we can afford to relax a bit more. During the difficult times, my mantra was 'This too shall pass..' and now I am happy to see my children capable of doing their own thing and their share of the hsework and lessening my burden quite a lot! Don't ever get discouraged, ya? Tomorrow will always be better! *hugs*katCLhttp://suum-cuique.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-36308374526264432032010-08-23T10:27:23.952+08:002010-08-23T10:27:23.952+08:00hi mj, thanks for your encouraging words :) I am g...hi mj, thanks for your encouraging words :) I am glad to hear that you are no longer bothered with those comments. Yes, let them say what they want, as long as we are doing the right thing for our families :)Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-29644254400034357812010-08-22T20:21:37.386+08:002010-08-22T20:21:37.386+08:00Hi hhb, i really enjoy reading your blog cos u wri...Hi hhb, i really enjoy reading your blog cos u write in such simple but heartfelt manner, not to mention your generosity in sharing your recipes and patience when responding to queries :) i m also a SAHM, and people invariably think that i m a tai tai, or they r mildly critical that i m not contributing to the economy! Those comments used to irk me but not anymore:) I get the feeling that u r well read and hv a blessed family, and even thou yr hubby is away alot, i sense that u r a loving couple:):) keep up the blogging!!mjnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-25041425872460200952010-08-13T16:40:13.771+08:002010-08-13T16:40:13.771+08:00Blessed Homemaker, I am looking forward to your bl...Blessed Homemaker, I am looking forward to your blog post :)Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-41984951574476023632010-08-13T11:09:34.232+08:002010-08-13T11:09:34.232+08:00I can fully understand where you are coming from a...I can fully understand where you are coming from as I get such remarks from friends all the time. I've drafted a posting on this but still trying to organise my thoughts (it had been in my draft for months), will be posting it up soon, I hope.<br /><br />You have all the SAHMs' support!Blessed Homemakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15280093571105411449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-28891559720354344382010-08-12T01:45:14.765+08:002010-08-12T01:45:14.765+08:00I just ate a PUDDING flavored kitkat!! It was real...I just ate a PUDDING flavored kitkat!! It was really good too :PMarilynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16732276284553963495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-53399656449045362512010-08-07T19:31:35.180+08:002010-08-07T19:31:35.180+08:00Just read ur post~ i felt so "touched" b...Just read ur post~ i felt so "touched" by ur sharings~ coz i am a full-time housewife myself at such a young age!~ n i get unpleasant comments fr d outside, saying abt my brain cells & stuff like "i am like a queen".. which is sooo not true!same lk u,im stuck in d kitchen but i love it ^^<br />Thanks for sharing~yenlinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02728474147807626367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-5219321400401710802010-08-07T08:07:31.433+08:002010-08-07T08:07:31.433+08:00HHB, your husband is so sweet to remember to bring...HHB, your husband is so sweet to remember to bring something back for you every trip. I always admire SAHM, I really have to salute to them for "working" 24/7. Sometimes I do think of being SAHM to spend more times with my dd but always give up the idea cos I know myself, I cant handle chores so working is still much a breeze to me compare to SAHM. I do understand some pp ve the misconcept of SAHM, they shd go n read the articles on how much SAHM worth or shd b paid (that cost a bomb) and how many titles they are holding!Bakericioushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06902130397524190058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-46269997776633852372010-08-06T06:10:39.359+08:002010-08-06T06:10:39.359+08:00Those wasabi flavored kitkats look good. And you ...Those wasabi flavored kitkats look good. And you were right. I initially thought they were green tea. :)<br /><br />People have always assumed that being a SAHM is a breeze. Until they actually try it out...Blender Diethttp://www.medifasthealth.org/medifast-meals/blender.phpnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-88888438676158937662010-08-04T21:31:13.105+08:002010-08-04T21:31:13.105+08:00hi hhb,
i found your page accidentally today and ...hi hhb,<br /><br />i found your page accidentally today and i am happy for that.<br />thanks for sharing ur lovely recipes here and i'll definitely will try it soon.<br /><br />take care and keep on writing!<br /><br />love,<br />nurulAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-76166945043363349792010-08-04T04:41:34.763+08:002010-08-04T04:41:34.763+08:00I've been a SAHM ...for nearly 7 years. Someti...I've been a SAHM ...for nearly 7 years. Sometimes people tell me I'm sooo lucky to be a SAHM bcos I don't have to work. My day starts at 6am (most days) and doesn't end till 12 midnight, with no break in between.<br /><br />When my son was younger, I was told that I am soo lucky because during my son's nap times I get to relax. Relax?? What is that?? Because during his nap time, is when I 'catch up' with the rest of my house work.<br /><br />With an active boy, I even gets 'visits' & 'chatting time' when I'm doing my 'business' in the loo. They seems to always want to talk during those times.<br /><br />When he is sick, I don't get to sleep because I have to 'monitor' him so his fever (especially) don't jump up too high and cause his seizure.<br /><br />Do I wish for anything different?? NO WAY!! I love every minute of it! I get to see him grow, experience everything with him. Get to do silly things without feeling embarrass because I have a little kid with me.<br /><br />A proud SAHM.Tricianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-54072701835057745992010-08-03T22:13:58.927+08:002010-08-03T22:13:58.927+08:00Wasabi Kit Kats? We definitely do not have that fl...Wasabi Kit Kats? We definitely do not have that flavor here!<br /><br />It's tough when your husband is gone so much. My husband used to have to go for 6 weeks at a time. Particularly difficult with little kids at home. Wish I could invite you over for a cup of tea and slice of cake!Cookie baker Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11069661176518230573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-13964452244061749072010-08-03T14:34:07.118+08:002010-08-03T14:34:07.118+08:00BR/Nich, thanks for telling me! What a coincidence...BR/Nich, thanks for telling me! What a coincidence indeed! The 3 guys in my family are fans of Lee Hom. I just watched his MV on youtube, it is really very heart-warming. The MV reminds me of the first part of the cartoon "Up!"!Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-76426236030493408572010-08-03T11:23:35.386+08:002010-08-03T11:23:35.386+08:00Hi HHB,
Funny that you mentioned about the "...Hi HHB,<br /><br />Funny that you mentioned about the "seven things in the kitchen...柴米油盐酱醋茶(fire wood for the stove, rice, oil, salt, sauce/soya sauce, vinegar and tea, in a traditional Chinese home)"<br /><br />It's just a coincidence that Lee Hom's new song is also called that. Do a search on YouTube for the video, it's really heart-warming.<br /><br />BR/NichAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-34242632595468668002010-08-03T08:48:38.849+08:002010-08-03T08:48:38.849+08:00HHB, I understand perfectly what you are going thr...HHB, I understand perfectly what you are going through. Though we are strong but it is nice to have other spouse besides us. Lucky for you, your boys are obedient. That solved a huge hurdle of being parents. For me, besides the phone calls, my blog is a way for him to reconnect to me and the kids when he is away. <br /><br />What puzzled me is that people always envy us when we tell them that we are SAHM. Unfortunately they failed to see what our "job scope" are. <br /><br />Despite the hard work, I still love my duty and I am blessed that I have that choice.<br /><br />Some time I wonder why people are so judgemental. Do they think that they are above all? Do they think they are smarter than most? tsk tsk.... or perhaps they are simply just self centred and living in a world with just ME ME ME.<br /><br />I can't disagree about SAHM's brain cells will shrink over the years as it did happened to me. Luckily I found a cyberfriend who encouraged me to turn to the cyberworld of Blogging. <br /><br />From then on, it was a journey of no returns. There are times I feel that we are even more worldly than others. hahaha... because we are within the 4 walls of our home, we urge ourselves to read even more and explore further. <br /><br />For me the blogging world really opens up my mind and world. I know far more things than my siblings who are working. <br /><br />So let's encourage and support each other. <br /><br />Take care.Edithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12743536843148739774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-82209590043802217602010-08-02T11:46:21.379+08:002010-08-02T11:46:21.379+08:00Hi HHB, yes there is a wasabi bun, in fact it is c...Hi HHB, yes there is a wasabi bun, in fact it is called a wasabi floss bun that is sold in Mugiya bakery in City Square Mall. They have another branch at Hougang Mall as I was told. My son & hubby says its nice though.<br /><br />Oh yes, I love reading ur blog. Tks<br /><br />PhilomenaPhilomenanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-62559636332205631042010-08-01T19:25:23.995+08:002010-08-01T19:25:23.995+08:00Hi HBB,
Yeah, people who dont understand will thi...Hi HBB,<br /><br />Yeah, people who dont understand will think that we are not doing high valued added jobs. However, the fact is that being a SAHM is the best option available for her children as child tends to fall sick significantly lesser compare to those who goes to child care and also zero percent chance of getting abused by nanny/maid.<br /><br />There are mommies out there who wish to be one but could not due to financial situation. I am glad that I am able to stay at home, spending time with my son and watching him grow. =) Now, he is a 1 year old healthy & happy baby. Initially I am tempted to go back to work too but recently saw the notice at the infant childcare near my house when I went there to take a look. The notice is about how many kids got hfmd and other sickness. After seeing that I changed my mind. Wouldnt want my son to end up falling sick and affect his health!<br /><br />Thank you! actually his actual birthday is on the 4th of aug. now I am looking at your no-bake cakes as I plan to make one for his actual birthday. =) Dont think I am up for sponge cake. =(Reiranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-24012614732159295962010-08-01T14:10:53.027+08:002010-08-01T14:10:53.027+08:00"SAHM”...first time I heard this word...yes, ..."SAHM”...first time I heard this word...yes, I'm one of "SAHM"...ha! My HB is away n work in Abu Dhabi for 2 years, we only meet up 3 months once. Life is not easy with a hubby away or travels lots. I totally agreed with you, when my 2nd baby is about one years old, I decided bring my 2 kids back to my hometown stay with my parents. <br />Yes, thanks Lord that we had all supportive hubbies to live with. Kids are all energetic nowadays, but as long as they are health to being active, I would find some place for them to let off their energy n get rest early. <br />I love your blog n sharing; keep up your good job n what our duty is to make our life happy living with our beloved family always.(btw, I also facing some bad comment likes you..Sleep late, shaking leg at home or shopping whole day la...bla bla bla)Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10755448752260275054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-19966195257169055642010-07-31T09:14:25.876+08:002010-07-31T09:14:25.876+08:00PK, I am glad now that you are able to leave a com...PK, I am glad now that you are able to leave a comment :) Hope to hear from you more often.<br /><br />quizzine, nah, no worries. No one will ever 'fail' as a mother, whether you are holding or not holding a full time job.<br /><br />Sherlyn, I used to cook 2 servings for the 3 of us to share. Nowadays, my elder one is growing, so I am slowly increasing to 3 servings! He can help me finish up whatever leftover food ;)<br /><br />Swee San, you can forget about getting the wasabi kick, it is so mild!<br /><br />Reira, I completely understands the part about rushing to get the almost dried clothes in when it rains! It's good that you got a dryer, especially with young babies around, when it rains for days, we will be flying their 'flags' everywhere in the house! plus extra ironing!<br />What to do, most people think SAHMs are not contributing to the society since we are not doing high valued added jobs which can be easily handed by a domestic helper. At least domestic helpers get paid and have off days. We are probably ranked lowest in the hierarchy.<br />Wow, is your son's 1st birthday today! Happy Birthday to your boy, and a Happy give-BIRTH-day to you!!!Happy Homebakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310704979379806678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-20705959610385392752010-07-31T02:18:41.398+08:002010-07-31T02:18:41.398+08:00Hi HBB,
I cant even cook simple meals!!
Thank go...Hi HBB,<br /><br />I cant even cook simple meals!!<br /><br />Thank god I don't need to hang out piles of laundry nor iron clothes. After the clothes are dry in the dryer, sometimes I will just leave them in the dryer to cool down and leave it for my hubby in the morning to fold & keep away when he got back from work.<br /><br />so glad that my friend introduce this invention to me before i move in to my own flat a few mths ago. It was so irritating when I hanged the clothes out to sun, it just started pouring when the clothes are almost dry!!!! Especially my son was a few mths old, imagine feeding him and it starts raining! i will have to un-latch him and run to the service yard to take all the bamboos in while hearing my son scream crying.<br /><br />I feel that SAHM is always getting look down on by majority of the people in Singapore unless you are a SAHM or a FTWM without maid. Not many woman are willing to sacrify their work & education to be one.<br /><br />Time to head back to clean my house to get ready for my son's 1st birthday party on sat evening.Reiranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-7887077749707652212010-07-31T02:04:10.942+08:002010-07-31T02:04:10.942+08:00wasabi !!! jealous! I tried the sakura matcha ones...wasabi !!! jealous! I tried the sakura matcha ones and they're quite nice. I'm sure the wasabi will be a hit.Swee Sanhttp://thesweetspot.com.mynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4805570821469912515.post-24412698159409864682010-07-31T01:34:32.661+08:002010-07-31T01:34:32.661+08:00*sigh* you are so 客氣。On the good side, ya I really...*sigh* you are so 客氣。On the good side, ya I really hate fighting. On the bad side, I really 不長進。I am in IT previously so I should really keep myself up to date but seriously, I just do my everyday job, so seeing my colleagues so hardworking, i really very paiseh, so i make an excuse with the pregnancy of #1 and stay at home be SAHM hahaha. I will not be able to go back to work, since IT mah, never update myself, and hor, really I m not good in IT one ... haha, I cant even do those picture editing stuff for blogs.<br /><br />my dh also in IT, flying to US this sunday, for a week, then back for a week and then fly msia for another week .. now I think, I not only must often use your recipes for cakes, but also for meals since often only me and 2 kids eat. hahasherlynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06112381909989864683noreply@blogger.com