A game of chance and strategy Did you watch Mum’s Rummy-O Queen video? I thought I’d introduce how the Rummikub (also called Rummy-O) is played. Try it sometime. It’s the one game keeps mum engaged for hours and mentally sharp.…

For the people who matter The weeks ahead will be very busy. I organised a short family holiday so Mum can spend extended time with my brother and wife, her grandchildren and spouse, and great grandson. Following that, our home…

A father and daughter story I hope you enjoyed “Mummy’s Window”. It was featured in MediaCorp’s Okto channel many years ago. This week I want to share with you a snapshot of my dad. Daddy gave me a love for…

Looking up instead of down I love watching Mummy as she looks out the window every day. We moved from our family home to a high rise building. Though she was sad to give up her hundreds of plants, she…

Finding freedom, avoiding disaster Mum plays Rummikub every single day. It is a great game for the elderly. It keeps her alert and sharp. Rummy-O (as it is sometimes called) is a game of both chance and strategy. We have…

Spending time with Mum Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever. —Unknown Thankful for the hands that hold me each and every day. Treasuring everyday with Mum.

Finding joy Some of my caregiver friends are going through very challenging seasons caring for their elderly parents. I told them: I consider my season the lightest compared to what you are going through. I’ve had my share of winter.…

Returning Home (Village) Throwback 2022. Since mama (grandmother) passed away some 40 years ago, we stopped speaking Baba Malay at home. I lost not only my mama but along with her our language – an important part of who we…