The primary purpose of setting boundaries is to create healthy and nurturing relationships and maintain a positive view of self without being too self-absorbed. Didn’t you notice a surge of online meetings because of the pandemic? Since we cannot meet face-to-face, we gather in whatever platform that is suitable for us. These meetings vary from […] Read more…
I feared turning 40 because it meant getting old. But today, I don’t feel old at all unless I am talking with our teenagers. I am in a new season of life with a new energy to pursue things with purpose and deep intentions. God is writing a fresh chapter with setbacks and aha moments. The […] Read more…
When was the last time you watched God work in your life? My husband fell ill on my birthday. I didn’t think much of it because I am used to him being lethargic on weekends when he had a stressful week at work. But when his fever progressed and his headaches persisted, we decided to […] Read more…
On Father’s Day, my husband decided to visit his mom who lives in Quezon City. He is not a spontaneous kind of guy, so this suggestion was a welcome surprise. Since it was his day, we were all on board. I lived my whole life in the South of the Metro but I have a […] Read more…
Failure is a word we all avoid at all costs. We do everything in our power to succeed in life. Yet we are our greatest critic. When we fail, we think it’s the end of it and that we have lost our chance. But our failure is not final. There is still life after a […] Read more…
I cannot help but look back with gratitude as our eldest child completes two years of junior high. Before K12, he completed the equivalent of four years of high school. There are no words to express my gratitude to all his teachers. They helped build up this young man. He was able to get out […] Read more…
“A wise man will hear and increase in learning, And a man of understanding will acquire wise counsel,” Proverbs 1:5 When my husband and I started our family, I was already working from home. Because of this setup, I could homeschool both our kids. Aside from spending more time with them, I could get to […] Read more…
Are you planning to visit the Philippines soon? You may have scheduled tours with your family within Metro Manila and nearby provinces. Since you will be on the road most of the time, did you consider how to keep your kids safe while traveling? Safe Kids Manila will make sure your kids are buckled up for […] Read more…
For You, O LORD, have made me glad by what You have done, I will sing for joy at the works of Your hands. Psalm 92:4 What has God done in your life this year? Is there a reason for you to celebrate His goodness? When the Lord formed me in my mother’s womb, […] Read more…
Joy and happiness are two distinct things. Happiness is an emotion but joy is a state of being. Let’s say today, you found out that your child received an award in school. So if that is important to you, so, that will make you happy. Another difference is happiness is dependent on happenings. It is […] Read more…