For many working mothers, business trips are like mini-vacations. The simple pleasure of undisturbed sleep and meal can really feel like an indulgent getaway. Do you agree with me? Come on, it’s a break from family life and motherhood. No chores to tackle, no homework to oversee, no meals to prepare and no school hours to rush.

After slogging through airports, sitting through meetings and networking through lunches, at the end of the day, there is a small taste of freedom. And that’s the priviledge of a travelling working mother. I do enjoy it and I’m not going to lie.

Ever since I was pregnant in year 2007, I’ve been excused from overseas business trip. My bosses have been very understanding. When Little Edison was still young, I told them that I was unable to travel overseas for business. The travelling duties were since delegated to other junior staffs.

Little Edison is turning four this year. It’s time for me to say yes to business trips. My recent business trip to Taiwan was my first overseas trip since I gave birth to Little Edison. What really got me worried was the sleep factor. For the past three years, Little Edison is sleeping with me every night. The thought of my 3-year-old crying for mommy at night really worries me.

The combination of my not-so-hands-on hubby and not-so-independent helper is another factor. Are they able to take care of Little Edison when I’m away? Thankfully, my parents-in-law are around to help us out. Three days passed-by smoothly although at times Little Edison felt moody when he couldn’t find me.

Overall, the trip was fun and the audit was successful. I will share more pictures when I have time to process them.

Btw, do you notice the new theme on my blog? Do you like it?

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The CNY celebration is coming to an end this week. Many of us have returned to work today. What about you?

This is going to be a super busy week for me. I was out of office for a week due to business trip and CNY holidays. Now, I’ve been hopelessly trying to read zillions of e-mails and following-up on urgent issues. I need to be back on track as soon as possible.

I’ve a lot of photos in my camera. I want to write about my business trip to Taiwan and our CNY celebration this year. I’m also testing a new health product and I’m due to write a review by this week.

I need a lot of energy this week. Jiayou!

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Dear Readers,

I wish all of you a very Prosperous New Year and Gong Xi Fa Cai. As we usher in the Year of Rabbit which is commonly associated with family and peace, I wish all of us will have quality family time (not forgetting the quantity too!) with our loved ones this year.

What about a Bunny Baby? Haha!

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Do you still remember the giveaway contest I mentioned last week? I’ll officially open the giveaway contest today.

It’s courtesy of Tangem, an online jewellery boutique in Singapore that offers a gorgeous collection of jewellery at great prices. THREE pieces of luxury jewellery will be given away to three lucky winners. The prizes are:

Item # 1: Dazzling Sophistication – a shimmering pendant comes with an extendable necklace

Item # 2: Aglow – a brilliant solitaire design earrings

Item # 3: Demure Lady – an elegant ring in a continuous of oval and round brilliance (size 5)

…

This is how you can enter this contest:

1. Visit Tangem’s Facebook page.

2. Click on the “LIKE” button on Tangem’s Facebook page.

3. Leave a comment on this post and state the item you’d like to win!

That’s it! Easy?

You can leave an anonymous name but please ensure your e-mail address is correct so that I can contact you if you win. E-mail addresses entered are only visible to me and they will be kept confidential. Your comments may not appear immediately because they need to be moderated for spam. Don’t worry, I’ll review and publish them accordingly.

Closing date is Monday, 14 February 2011. This giveaway contest is open to all readers with Singapore local address. THREE lucky winners will be chosen randomly and their names will be announced on Wednesday, 16 February 2011.

Share this good news with your friends and all the best!

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My poor boy has been sick since Sunday evening. It’s a combination of cough, runny nose and low-grade fever. When he is down with fever, it’s enough to wear me out as it means I have to wake up in the middle of the night to check on his temperature and feed him with paracetamol or sponge him to bring down his temperature.

We brought him to the general practitioner on Sunday as his pediatrician was not available. He was prescribed medicine for his cough and runny nose. He didn’t eat much during dinner. After taking his medicine, he was drowsy and fast asleep.

In the middle of the night, he woke up and vomitted all over his bed. The next one hour was mad cleaning, changing the bed sheet and calming him down. He was crying when he said, “Mama, I’m not feeling well.” These words totally broke my heart. I pat him to sleep and I assured him that he will be fine tomorrow.

Monday morning, I called my boss to inform her that I’ve to take urgent childcare leave to take care of my son. She immediately responded that sick kids come first and she will help to cover my duties when I’m out. I know that I’m very fortunate to have such an understanding boss. She is a mother of two boys; she understands that work absolutely has to take a backseat when the kids are sick.

I’m glad that I can work from home too. When Little Edison was napping, I quickly check my e-mails, churn out my reports and follow-up on urgent issues. In the afternoon, he seems to feel better. He was back to his usual active self again, running around in the garden and spraying water everywhere.

Unfortunately, his fever returned at night. He was crying again and he couldn’t sleep well. Tuesday morning, he vomitted twice after taking his milk and medicine. His appetite has been very poor. Something is not quite right. His low-grade fever has been lingering for the past three days. So, we brought him to the pediatrician.

According to Dr. Ratna, he has symptoms of viral infection. These viruses are easily transmitted through contact with the secretions of infected people. The first symptom to develop is usually irritation in the nose and throat, then nasal congestion, sore throat, coughing, and runny nose. Nasal secretions are thin and profuse initially, but become thick and yellow as infection progresses.

She gave him a thorough examination on his lungs, ears, nose and throat. She assured us that he is fine and the viral infection usually stops in 4 to 5 days.

Hope he will get well very very soon.

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