Outdoor play is great for the mind and the body. The greens relax the eyes, the fresh air rejuvenates… playing outdoors with your children is super fun! My son encourages me to go outdoors more. Kids gravitate towards the outdoors. Every minute spent on outdoor play is a minute away from being glued to the […] Read more…
July 2013 archive
Celebrating with Papa John’s Pizza
We love Papa John’s Pizza so much it was the star of my youngest sister’s birthday dinner. I don’t think anyone would turn down a birthday pizza. Read more…
Lemon Butter for Afternoon Tea
Afternoon teas are made of these! My Saturday afternoon tea was made of English breakfast, Prima Toast, and lemon butter. Saturday Comfort: Lemon Butter Toast and a Cup of Tea First I got hooked on fig butter, and now there’s lemon butter! That was the star of this afternoon tea. Read more…
Carl and Ellie: An Awesome Love Story
One of the best love stories was told in less than 5 minutes: Carl and Ellie Fredricksen, from Pixar’s UP. Making a home together. Photo credit: Fanpop In old age, Carl seems to be just another grumpy old man. When you learn about the love of his life though, you get to see the man […] Read more…
Popsicle Sticks: Learn and Play
Coloured popsicle sticks can go a long way in amusing little kids. I brought home these coloured popsicle sticks as a little present for my son. They didn’t cost much but they were big with playtime! Read more…
Billboards in Manila: Oh, to turn them green!
I love Manila. I don’t believe the city can be called “the gates of hell”, but it’s not exactly perfect. Billboards in Manila, for example, are crazy plenty. They make for great advertising, but they could serve a higher purpose. Billboards along Guadalupe Read more…
The Years Are Short Movie
Do you have two minutes? Come watch this short film: The Years Are Short. The Years Are Short Movie — Gretchen Rubin Want to talk about the piece? Read more…