As school looms on the horizon and city life grows ever more stifling, our kids yearned for a getaway. Amidst the recent blow to our finances from school fees, the prospect of an expensive vacation seemed daunting. But the children’s hard work at school deserved recognition, so we planned a modest overnight trip to Tagaytay, instead of the more costly beach excursion to Zambales they … Continue reading A Weekend Escape
Ever wondered why dogs make us so happy? Discover the ‘dopamine effect’ of our furry friends in my latest blog post! Continue reading A Healthy Dose of Dopamine
I badly need to address my frizzy and dull hair, so I needed to have a salon day and decided this could be my opportunity to date my two teeners. So we booked a grab and then went to SM Fairview. We first ate lunch at Ramen Nagi. The two got the spicy variant as usual, Black King while they kid me for being boring … Continue reading A Date with my Tweens
“Beauty starts with your skin! So go ahead, pamper, moisturize, cleanse, give it a good scrub, and top it off with your best-smelling scent. Rock your favorite outfit any day, not just for special occasions, and you’ll feel as fabulous as a queen.” As we grow older, looking our best can seem like more of a challenge. Laugh lines show up, and dark spots appear, … Continue reading How To Make Your Skin Look Radiant From Within
For the past two years, I’ve been juggling two jobs, sometimes three, and doing chores at home since we usually don’t have a helper. That’s in the middle of waking up at dawn to prepare the kid’s lunch for school and do other stuff. Being a mom is a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Juggling multiple responsibilities and constantly … Continue reading How Moms Like Us Can Manage Stress
When caring for your skin, a few things are as crucial as wearing sunscreen. Whether you’re lounging at the beach, enjoying a hike, or simply going about your daily routine, sunscreen should be your steadfast companion. This article will explore why wearing sunscreen is paramount for maintaining healthy and radiant skin. From shielding against harmful UV rays to preventing premature aging, you’ll discover why incorporating … Continue reading The Importance of Wearing a Sunscreen: Your Ultimate Defense Against Sun Damage
We typically celebrate occasions at SM, so we have many food choices. But lately, going to the mall has become so challenging with the influx of people and difficulty securing a parking spot. So when my two pretty sisters-in-law celebrated their birthday yesterday, they chose a different location. They had their birthday at Hofu, the Japanese restaurant of Hotel Savano. Hotel Savano is the hidden gem … Continue reading A Hidden Gem In Bulacan
Sarah’s Bakehouse Eggpie About a month ago, my sister mentioned this to me. And while walking around SM Fairview yesterday we passed by its stall and upon contemplating whether to get the slice or the whole, being the PG that we are, we opted for the whole. Mind you, I never liked egg pie growing up. We used to buy egg pie from the bakery … Continue reading Another Food Discovery
So, we’ve been eating here at Blake’s many times now. We also celebrated many events here. My birthday, my daughter’s 15th, my niece’s 17th, and recently, we had an early Father’s Day lunch because we know how hard it could be to secure seats on the exact day. When I first ate here, I really thought it was an international franchise, because the food was … Continue reading We Love Blake’s Wings and Steaks
Chai Fonacier made me do it. I just finished watching Nocebo and searched for something new on Netflix. I saw that Maria Clara at Ibarra is at the top spot, so I checked out the trailer. It was the scene where Chai met Klay and I got hooked, and as they say, the rest is history. The historical series for me was totally unexpected. First … Continue reading Maria Clara At Ibarra
From My Corner of the Couch 