Sofia had the time trial for swimming for the second time. This time I went to see her. She joined 50m freestyle, backstroke, butterfly. I was excited to see how she performed. The results came out the next day. She did well for her age group and gender (top in backstroke and butterfly) but I … Continue reading Time trial, moving date →

hello blog friends, it's Wednesday in Asia time and I thought to come in for a quick update. Monday: Lizzy got back from school together with 2 other classmates as they were considered sick. She's totally active and fine, just coarse voice. It seems that a virus is going on in her class. By today, … Continue reading Mid-week check in: piano performance outcome, staple food, trip planning →

I think I've nailed down our favorite weekend formula: sport, kids play with friends, yummy food, long massage, and naps 🙂 Very low key, nothing "exciting" but so comforting to be doing things that nourish our body and soul. After a stressful Friday at work, I was determined to focus on family time. Every time … Continue reading Weekend formula →

It was a monumental day, all staff were invited to a in person meeting. Most of them showed up and we got together since the start of the pandemic. It felt exciting that we are getting back to normal. Colleagues were happy to see each other, and some of them for the first time as … Continue reading Public speaking “trick” →

My morning routine/schedule has shifted a bit lately because it's really hot/humid in Manila these days. If I want to have an enjoyable run, I need to do it before 6am. But Wednesday/Friday are runs with the girls, and we start at 6:15am. 5am: I got up, later than usual 5-6am: have my mate, read/write … Continue reading Wednesday morning “routine” & my “new” approach toward work →