There was one moment in September when I needed to make a choice. Honestly, I can’t recall what that situation was. It’s all a blur to me. But what I do remember was that exact moment when clarity rose above chaos. My heart quieted my brain and simply whispered, “What’s the more loving thing to do?” Read more…
December 2014 archive
Writing to Santa: Keeping the magic alive
Writing to Santa is one of the childhood memories that makes me smile. I recall wondering how Santa Claus, who lived in the North Pole, could find his way here to the Philippines, specifically, to our home on a hill. Magic was always the answer. Magic was always the way! Timmy’s had a concept of […] Read more…
Ginger Fried Rice – A Story In A Recipe
“Ginger fried rice,” I muttered to myself. It was one of those moments when everything seemed bleak and grey. I was pushing my cart in the middle of the supermarket when I mumbled those words to myself. My heart was feeling a bit empty that day, drained by the week’s stress. I needed something warm, […] Read more…
2 Things I Learned from Playdough and my Son
Playing with Playdough and my son has taught me two things: Slow down. Enjoy the moment. They’re simple things to learn, but pretty hard to do. But when you do get to do them, the playful yet peaceful feeling is incomparable. Read more…
On a Blissmakerie high!
#Blissmakerie2014 was a private holiday gathering last weekend, thrown by the ever so loving and blissful Martine de Luna of Make It Blissful. It was a cozy afternoon of delicious eats, surprise blissful treats and connecting with old and new friends! This Thanksgiving/Advance Christmas get-together for Martine’s Make It Blissful community was truly wonderful. It had Martine’s branding all over it. You didn’t only see her personality on the beautifully styled interiors, you could also feel her branding — classy, generous and loving. Let me tell you about the highlights of that Blissmakerie afternoon! Read more…
Christmas at Power Plant Mall
Power Plant Mall at Rockwell is one of our favorite hangouts. We look forward to their Christmas displays every year! My little boy is especially fond of the Christmas animals. We were able to take some pictures the last time we were there. Look at how cute the animals are! These reindeer look so royal! […] Read more…