Aug 7, 2013  •  In Art/Design, Entertainment, Science

The Character Elements of Breaking Bad

There have been so many life-changing, and potentially life-changing events going on lately that I’ve been one big ball of emotions. I’ve even taken a pregnancy test because I can’t remember being this emotional and not being pregnant! (And no, I’m not pregnant.) Additionally, this blog is currently in the process of moving to a new web […]

Aug 3, 2013  •  In Art/Design

Former Walmart Transformed into a Modern Library

When most people look at 124,500 square feet of abandoned warehouse space, they probably see nothing more than the establishment it once contained — a Walmart, in this case. But when the architecture firm of Meyer, Scherer & Rockcastle saw the building, they saw potential. Take a look at these stunning photos from the end product. […]

Jul 31, 2013  •  In Aerin, Motherhood, Parenting, Personal

Aerin’s Developmental Assessment

Yesterday, two ladies from the state early intervention program stopped by our home. NJ’s early intervention program assesses a child in the following areas of development: Gross Motor Skills Fine Motor Skills Communication, Speech, & Language Social/Emotional Development Cognitive Skills Adaptive/Self-help Skills In order to be eligible for early intervention services, the child must have […]

Jul 29, 2013  •  In Aerin, Claire, Parenting, Personal

The Snip and Quit Method

Pacifiers are one of many subjects that are often raised in parenting circles and forums. Should you use one or not? When should a child be weaned from his or her pacifier? I know that many of my friends are against the use of pacifiers, but we happily used them with both Claire and Aerin. Pacifiers — […]

Jul 28, 2013  •  In Asian, Personal, Reviews

Taking Care of My Contacts and My Eyes, FOB-Style

Gather ’round, boys and girls! It’s time for show and tell: contact lens and eye care edition. I’ve been wearing soft contact lenses for almost two(!) decades now, and I can’t believe I only just discovered the following contact lens care products. Yeah, yeah…a good portion of my readers are Asian and most likely have known […]

Jul 26, 2013  •  In Asian, Personal, Touching

Save Nina

This is Nina. She is a mother, wife, and daughter. Last September, Nina was diagnosed with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. After 7 rounds of aggressive chemotherapy, the cancer went into remission…but it came back with a vengeance: this time, in her brain. 🙁  Nina is currently undergoing additional chemotherapy, but the aggressiveness of the disease requires […]

Jul 24, 2013  •  In Art/Design, Entertainment, Geek, Web

Game of Thrones Costume Details

A Hollywood insider once told me that assistants are often a overlooked source of information, influence, and power. Upon hearing that, I wondered to myself, ‘Well what about all the other “little” people involved in each movie and television show? Who knows? Even a grip can potentially hold significant insider scoop and leverage!’ Alright, so […]