It is Mother’s Day
by the editor — May 9th, 2010 — Family, ParentingJules: Any words of wisdom on Mother's Day? Mr OWO: Certainly. Somebody said this - "My mother is incomplete. She gave part of herself away when she gave birth to me". What do you think is the meaning of this? Jules: I guess she gave away her ...
Whom Not To Marry
by the editor — May 3rd, 2010 — Family, Relationship, LivingwisdomJules: Got any advice on who to marry since I hear so much of brokenhearted relationships which is a source of great anxiety for so many poor souls. Mr OWO: Before things get complicated, it is better to avoid it in the first place. Yes and ...
Why Would A Person Kill Himself?
by the editor — April 23rd, 2010 — Family, ParentingJules: It is not uncommon to hear or read of people killing themselves these days. It is always because the person feels that there is no way out of his life predicament. He has become overwhelmed by his situation and does not realise that it ...
What Do I Do With My Life?
by the editor — April 15th, 2010 — Family, ParentingJules: You know a lot of young people have this life dilemma and invariably ask the all important question - "What do I do with my life?". I came across this interesting article. Have a read of the excerpt: "First off you are all GREAT! ...
Excuses We Give Ourselves
by the editor — March 28th, 2010 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomMr OWO: Do you know we give ourselves many excuses for not doing things? Jules: Yes, I can think of a couple. When I asked a friend recently what he was doing for the environment on Earth Day, he said that he was only going to ...
President Obama’s Speech To Students
by the editor — September 9th, 2009 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomJules: Here is the text of President Obama's Speech To Students. Get your kid to read it. It will be a great inspiration. The President certainly gives some pretty good speeches including this first day back to school speech to students. By The Associated Press ...
Teaching Kids Wisdom
by the editor — August 31st, 2009 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomSituation: In a car, Jules is sending the kids to school. It is still dark outside just before sunrise. Here is a tip on teaching kids wisdom. Nell (looking out the window of the car): Hey, look over there. There are what looks like rats frolicking amongst ...
A Tortoise At My Front Door
by the editor — July 6th, 2009 — Family, LivingwisdomJules: A strange thing happened recently. When I opened the front door of my house this morning, to my surprise, I found a little tortoise on the floor. I don't leave anywhere close to a natural habitat for animals. In fact I live in a ...
Michael Jackson Life Story - Reflections
by the editor — June 29th, 2009 — Family, Life, LivingwisdomJules: One of the best known pop stars, Michael Jackson died just last week. Apparently from a heart attack but what a life story he left behind. Great achievements yet filled with so many controversies.Mr OWO: You feeling depressed and sad about it?Jules: Not in ...
Kid Birthday Party Idea
by the editor — June 22nd, 2009 — Family, ParentingJules: Hi Mr OWO. Got any ideas for a birthday party? Kay is turning 11 and I don't want it to be like another party where she and her friends just have fun. Mr OWO: Always think of the less fortunate. How about having the party ...
Kid Says She Wants To Be A Free Thinker
by the editor — June 15th, 2009 — Family, ParentingJules: Nell is 12 and says she wants to be a free thinker now. Last year she said that she wanted to be a Christian. Mr OWO: What kind of spiritual teachings do you give your kids anyway? Jules: I send them for Dharma Classes immediately followed ...
37 Ways To Praise
by the editor — April 27th, 2009 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomJA: Why is it so important to give praise? Mr OWO: People especially kids just love to be praised. It motivates them to do better. JA: Got any ideas on how to say praises besides "that is great"? Mr OWO: Yes you have to vary the way you ...
About Giving Money in Red Packets called Hong Bao
by the editor — January 19th, 2009 — Family, LivingwisdomThe act of giving red packets is auspicious especially in the Chinese New Year, that is, having the purpose of starting the new year with goodness and what better way to start it than with generosity, sharing our wealth! As in any cultural event, the ...
It Is Not Fair
by the editor — September 22nd, 2008 — Family, LivingwisdomMy younger daughter Kay complains that it is not fair because her elder sister Nai gets things first.I said that there was a reason for that. Because Nai is older, I expected more from her. I expect Nai to take care of her younger sister ...
Benefits of Volunteering
by the editor — September 1st, 2008 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomJules: I am thinking of doing some communityl work in the form of teaching at the children's Sunday School. Do you think it is a good idea? Mr OWO: You sure you got the time? Jules: I have come to realise that when there is an intent, ...
Having An Affair
by the editor — July 14th, 2008 — Family, LivingwisdomJA: I was listening to a late evening radio talk show just the other day. You know the kind where you get people calling in with something which is on their mind and wanting someone's view of what they are doing is right or wrong. ...
If You Can’t Move Forward Don’t Move Backwards
by the editor — June 23rd, 2008 — Family, LivingwisdomJA: I have a friend who has a hard time getting an exercise routine started. On top that, he smokes. What should I tell him? I did smoke before and have for awhile stopped doing so. MrOWO: It is your responsibility as a friend to get ...
Happy Father’s Day
by the editor — June 15th, 2008 — Family, Parenting, SelfwisdomJules: Have you got any reflections of the role of a father especially on Father's Day? Mr OWO: It is certainly is not an easy task to be a father but there are a couple of important things you have to keep in mind. The first is ...
World Environment Day
by the editor — June 9th, 2008 — Family, Parenting, LivingwisdomHere is a something simple and useful which I thought I could teach my children for World Environment Day. The family and relatives were at a local beach. There were about ten of us, both adults and kids. After having some fun on the beach ...
Don’t Blame Me
by the editor — May 26th, 2008 — Family, ParentingKay told me that Nell took her book while she was reading it half way. My immediate response was directed at Nell with the question : " Why did you do that?". Nell immediately got upset and retorted that I always blamed her. Then it ...
Happy Birthday Mr OWO
by the editor — May 19th, 2008 — Family, Life, LivingwisdomJA: I hear it is your birthday today Mr OWO.Mr OWO: Yes. Looks like I wasn't too successful in getting through the day without someone knowing.JA: But why? Isn't it special for you?Mr OWO: Before I answer that, did you ever notice that it is ...
Teaching Kids About Charity
by the editor — May 12th, 2008 — Family, ParentingThere is a cyclone in Myanmar which has so far reported deaths totalling 24,ooo.There are collections of money being made to help.So I got Nell and Kay to collect $1 from each adult that they knew and met for the next one week.I hope the ...
A Race That You Can’t Lose
by the editor — May 5th, 2008 — Family, ParentingNell took part in the 200 metres event for the school sports day on Friday. She is usually the quiet type and I was surprised that she was participating in the event. She hadn't had a chance to practise for the event as she was ...
It is Your Fault
by the editor — August 13th, 2007 — Family, Life, Relationship, SelfwisdomJA: What is so wrong in blaming someone or something?Mr OWO: Yes it is very easy to get caught up in blaming others for the unfavourable situation you are in. But what it really means is that you end up not taking responsibility for your ...
