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Monday Musings

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What a rainy weekend we had! Yesterday's downpour was really perfect for just staying in bed the whole day just snuggling and cuddling under the covers. I'm thankful that we were spared from super typhoon Soudelor though. I've been following the news and praying that we never have another awful typhoon ever. We've been battered and we have not fully recovered yet. You know what's a bigger challenge ahead for us? The upcoming Presidential elections! I haven't done my biometrics pa! … [Continue reading]

What’s In Your Wallet?

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I have a big "mommy" wallet. I have so many IDs and discount cards that I bring with me everyday. It's been a habit of mine to bring the extras in my bag so that I can always be prepared in case something happens to me, Dan or the kids (knock on wood!!) Healthwise, I never leave home without these cards. The Philcare ERVantage HMO card is the newest addition to my ever growing "must-brings" which I got from Smart. I already have extensive coverage for myself and the kids with our … [Continue reading]

It’s Still Summer in Hong Kong!

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I recently received a press kit from the Hong Kong Tourism Board and it’s too good not to share it with you. I love Hong Kong and I want to go back soon with the kids. The last time I was in HK for a vacation was when me and Dan accompanied our balikbayan relatives who wanted to do some serious shopping and eating. We had such a good time then and we always talk about going back there just to do another round of food tripping. Of course, our planning now involve how we could get the kids to Hong … [Continue reading]

Sharing My Love for Istorya Creations: Win a Customized Amore Necklace!

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I first found out about Istorya when I was at a fair and I was going around the different booths. Joanna's booth was outside of the Rockwell Tent, near the bridge but her display caught my eye, my heart and yes my wallet haha :D Joanna started making hand-stamped jewelry as a hobby in 2011. In 2012 she launched her business and Istorya was born.  Her craft reminds me so much of Lisa Leonard's own work.  I love personalized jewelry but it's the special effort of handcrafting each piece by … [Continue reading]

Fun Find: Wee Can Too All Natural Non-Toxic Art Supplies

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I am always on the look out for fun things for the kids, for David he's so into Geronimo Stilton now and because I grew up enjoying reading so much I am thrilled that kuya has found his own series to bury his nose in. We buy a book each week when we can and David picks out the titles. Noah is very much into scribbling these days. His OT now includes tracing and we support it at home by tacking on big pieces of Manila paper everywhere to encourage Noah to scribble and color.  I have not tried … [Continue reading]