Few months ago amid the pandemic and stay at home for indefinite time, I bought some crafting projects for the girls and myself. I haven't done crafting for ages because "such a waste of time". I was so wrong. The act of monotonous action, doing something actively but not having to focus on it, it's … Continue reading Day 132: never give up & my favorite food list
I found a new tutor for the girls and they absolutely love her!!! The story is the following: given that we are not moving to China and need to stay put in Manila for upcoming months including home schooling 100% of the time if needed. I've been avidly looking for tutor for the girls, not … Continue reading Day 128: new tutor
Gratitude list: Our pool. You might laugh that am I running out of things to be grateful? But seriously, our pool is probably the best feature of our building. It is a resort like pool with 50 meters length. Girls LOVE to be in the water. During this quarantine time, pool is their happy place. … Continue reading Day 112: slowdown and pantry challenge
A lot is going on in my mind right now because we are considering to relocate to Shanghai for the next school year so the girls can get actual school time and I get to keep my sanity. Nothing confirmed yet but we are exploring. The last couple of days I discussed with colleagues and … Continue reading Day 110: Living expense in Manila
I am terrible buying gifts for my husband. I used to love it but now that I've been together for years, I don't find buying not-needed-gifts practical and against my value of minimalist lifestyle when it comes to material things. He has everything he needs or I buy them to him when he needs them, … Continue reading Day 99: low key father’s day
