Sure, Christmas is so much more than just the presents. But for kids, receiving a gift that they absolutely love is one of the things that makes Christmas more magical! Imagine your child excitedly unwrapping one of the presents under the tree, and as she unveils the gift, her eyes widen and twinkle and she …
If you have kids, I’m quite certain that you’ve visited Baby Company’s Grand Baby Fair at least once in your parent life. After all, the Grand Baby Fair is known as the BIGGEST mom and baby expo in the country. Moms and dads flock these baby fairs because of the HUGE – and I mean …
If you’re a bibliophile, surely, you have heard of and been to the Big Bad Wolf sale. Launched in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, it’s known as the world’s biggest book sale. People flock this event for the comprehensive variety of titles at incredibly low prices. My first child, Andi, was only a tiny 2-year old when …
Last week, I took Andi out to see Disney’s live action remake of The Little Mermaid at the SM Aura cinema with her former classmates. We would have wanted to watch somewhere with the Director’s Cut seats – those plush and cushiony reclining armchairs with slots for snacks and drinks — but majority of us …
Every year, I choose a ‘Word of the Year’. No long list of New Year’s resolutions, just a single word that serves as my touchstone that will guide my actions for that year. One word is definitely a lot easier to remember than a long list of resolutions! Last year, my word was PROSPER. It …
Our little family is growing!!! Yay! As I write this blog post, I am already on my 37th week of pregnancy, which means that Baby Number 2 could make her grand entrance literally any day now. I’ve been sharing bits and pieces of my pregnancy journey on my Instagram and Youtube channel, but I thought …
Little Rock is a quickly growing city that seems to be taking on new life in recent years. As people move here, inspired by the incredible job market and low housing costs, they quickly realize they want to make the most out of all of the outdoor space available. While you’re here, get the best …
Some people think that Valentine’s Day is just another cheesy holiday, but not me. I love Valentine’s Day! I think it’s the perfect excuse to go overboard with the hearts, the color pink, and… well, love! Last year, Mike and I had a post-Valentine’s lunch at Nikkei, a Japanese-Peruvian restaurant. But this year, we decided …
How do you express your love to your little Valentine? One of the best ways is by reading to them. This is actually one of my favorite bonding activities with my daughter, Andi. That’s why I thought that books would make the perfect choice for a Valentine’s gift for her. For Hearts Day this year, …
In contrast to our quiet New Year’s Eve celebration last year, our send-off for 2021 was buzzing with party music, disco lights, and lots of chit-chatting and laughter. For one, my mother-in-law flew from Australia to Manila in the middle of the pandemic to spend the holidays with us. Also, my sister Alexa just got …
