Are you a good father or mother?

Dedicating more time to the ones you love can feel like you’re compromising the work you’re passionate about like for instance managing your own business. It's always a struggle for most parents, especially those who are more career-minded. It will naturally be on your mind 24/7. But while striking the right balance might not be easy, however it is possible.

It depends on how one defines 'good'. Everyone has 24h a day. If your work take you away from your family for a good 14 or 16h, then the quality time spent together with your family, especially the young ones is very precious. This may not be the case for daily interaction, so weekends are precious too.

If weekends are away to meet clients or work, then phone calls are important. The young ones needs positive role models and motivation, someone who can play and have fun with, and at the same time, be there for them physically when they grow, fall and learn or receive their prize.

There are some intrinsic morals and values which we may like to teach our children such as positive mindset, compassion, honesty and filial piety. And to accept failure. Just like how my 3yo came home from Childcare one day saying, 'Good failure'. I honestly like it, and once awhile, will use it when the time comes. Or what my friend call a 'Happy problem'.

Every parent yearns to be the best father/mother they want to be, and at same time have a great career. Find your balance. Life is all about Yin and Yang. It has its Ups and Downs. When you at the deepest bottom, you know that Lady Luck is on the way as you'll be going up soon. I'm still learning. Good luck!

The wonders of organic apple cider vinegar

Raw organic apple cider vinegar truly is nature’s perfect miracle food—and should never be confused with regular clear vinegar. Clear vinegar has none of the health properties of ACV and can actually be harmful.

ACV is traditionally used to ease digestion, aid in flu prevention, reduce inflammation, regulate pH balance, ease nausea and heartburn, as a staple in detox regimens, and for a number of skin conditions—including reducing acne and smoothing wrinkles!

Some of the most beneficial nutrients in raw, organic ACV include:

    Potassium: essential for normal heart, kidney and other organ and cellular function
    Iron: important for blood health
    Magnesium: vital to heart health
    Enzymes: boost chemical reactions in the body
    Malic acid: protects vinegar from viruses, bacteria and fungus
    Acetic acid: slows the digestion of starch and inhibits bacterial growth
    Calcium: builds strong bones and teeth
    Pectin: helps regulate blood pressure and cholesterol
    Ash: maintains a healthy alkaline state in the body

Plus, ACV provides vitamins and antioxidants including vitamin A, B6, C, E, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, beta-carotene and lycopene!

My Boy says today's breakfast is delicious..

Mother: What was the breakfast today you were trying to tell me this morning when I stood outside the classroom? Was it raisin?
Child: No..
Mother: Was it coco crunch?
Child: No..but it's not what we usually have..something very delicious. Special. Like hamburger.
Mother: Mm..really?