Samsung continues to highlight its commitment to #EverydaySustainability as they partnered with contemporary artist Leeroy New to create a sustainable art piece for the launch of their flagship line-up, the Galaxy S23 series. Leeroy’s art installation called Ectoplastic Fantasia was the centerpiece in Samsung’s Epic Sustainability room during the Epic …
Antoinette opened her physical sari-sari store this March and we’re so giddy about it! The store is not yet done in the sense that we are not yet finished painting the pink structure with flowers and butterflies and even the letters spelling out “Tindahan ni Tonya.” We love to say …
I was supposed to start sifting through the 988 photos I took on my individual trips with my three children but I thought that it is more urgent to write about this topic first. Antoinette, 8, is growing at a rate Jeff and I didn’t expect. Most people think she’s …
It’s always awkward when people describe my children as “half-American/Italian and half-Filipino.” I know it’s a way of defining their race origin; that their father is Caucasian, their mother is Asian. But I don’t look at it that way. My children are Americans and Filipinos. Full, not halves. They have …
There’s an interesting question sent by a parent after reading an article from this eight-year-old blog. The question: “What is the most radical parenting decision you’ve ever made?”
LILOAN, CEBU, Philippines — Hello everyone! I included a dateline in this post because we have been receiving messages asking where in the world are we and how Nicholas, Antoinette, and Jeffrey got their Covid-19 vaccines? I would really love to answer all of your questions but I’m not a …
Mae Claire “Miss Claire” Jabines would laugh at the word “cheerleader” in this entry’s title. “Ilisi na Evert uy!” she would say. The first time I told Miss Claire that I consider her as my cheerleader she said she does not fit the description because she does not do flips …
“Mother knows best” is more than just a saying. From your best friends, to your favorite food, to your hobbies and even your favorite celebrities – your mom knows them all. They may not be the most in touch with current trends or technology, but when it comes to their …
I cannot do everything. I work as a college instructor, lead content strategist, and writer/book author. I also conduct trainings and workshops on various topics. I love what I do. Just yesterday, I wrapped up a training-workshop on developing information, education, and communication materials that allowed me to meet social …
Defensil Isopropyl Alcohol encourages Filipinos to live safe with many establishments slowly re-opening and allowing people to resume their pre-pandemic lifestyle. With the nationwide vaccination program in full force, Filipinos can slowly enjoy various activities such as more dining options as well as doing physical activities by going to the …
