Motherhood
Happy Mother’s Day! You’re doing okay.💙 Continue reading Motherhood
Category: parenting
“Eat, Enjoy, and Leave No Trace”
The concept of clean-as-you-go is only known to people who work in the food industry and other industries where sanitation and cleanliness matter a lot. For us who have been in this industry for many years, it has become innate and ingrained in our DNA. The hallmark of somebody’s “malasakit” can be manifested through their ability to display this even if they’re not on shift. … Continue reading “Eat, Enjoy, and Leave No Trace”
A Green Thumb’s Dragon Fruit Harvest
The last time I planted something that bore fruit, or didn’t die was in high school when we were required to plant pechay in the garden for Home Economics. And since then, all my attempts were futile. They either drown in water, die of starvation or get cancer from staying out in the sun for too long. Since then, I have accepted the fact that … Continue reading A Green Thumb’s Dragon Fruit Harvest
My Crystal Journey
The year 2019 was transformative for me. I often feel sad, and the depression can be overwhelming. From the challenges of parenthood to worrying about finances and the chronic pain that pops in constantly took its toll on my body. Add to that the severe symptoms I suffered from endometriosis. But I decided to take action and control everything, starting with how I view my … Continue reading My Crystal Journey
A Weekend Escape
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
Tatay’s Giant Mangoes
Around three years ago, Tatay planted mango seedlings in his small garden, and today we’re enjoying the fruits of his labor (literally!) The mangoes are large and can weigh up to 1 kg each. Upon measuring the fruit, it’s 7 inches in length. Tatay harvested all the mangoes in one of his trees this week, and they’re some of the best I have tasted! They’re … Continue reading Tatay’s Giant Mangoes
My Most Favorite Quotes from Hi Bye, Mama!
If your life hadn’t stopped what kind of tomorrow would we have lived? Continue reading My Most Favorite Quotes from Hi Bye, Mama!
Not a Parental Advice
The quickest way for a parent to get a child’s attention is to sit down and look comfortable
– lane olinghouse Continue reading Not a Parental Advice
Visita Iglesia 2014
We started our own holy week tradition as a family 2 years ago when honestly out of boredom on a MaundyThursday we decided to go on a Visita iglesia. Two years ago we were able to visit8churches. Our usual route would be 1. Holy Cross Parish in our subdivision 2. Ascension of our Lord Parish in Lagro 3. Mary the Queen Parish, Belfast 4. Cathedral Shrine … Continue reading Visita Iglesia 2014
LUCKY
Yes I am. I am not delusional, but despite my condition, I still consider myself to be the luckiest girl in this world for being able to meet and be married to someone who is so selfless, responsible, loving, thoughtful and romantic. My husband, Lay, is all that and more. we have been married for 8 years already. I have known him since October 1999, … Continue reading LUCKY
From My Corner of the Couch 
