Our chill weekend and new cat photo

Lovely calm and joy filled weekend. Girls are really into cooking now and made mango sago dessert on Saturday. We also made pancakes together. I loved seeing them working together. Cooking is a fun team work, they get to learn what ingredients go to the food, appreciate food more. proud "chefs" Sunday morning fun outing, … Continue reading Our chill weekend and new cat photo →

Switching gear: observation on ageing, body size, culture

This topic has been bubbling for a while and this week, a conversation triggered me to write it down to organize my thoughts. A colleague of mine turned 55 birthday. When I look at her, I see energy, passion for life and work, beautiful (popping red is her signature), and I love her smile. When … Continue reading Switching gear: observation on ageing, body size, culture →

Happy things this week

My job security is confirmed! Yay! I have a job, and we don’t need to leave Brasilia! What a relief! In my 14 years of working, this is the first time I felt risk. We have decided to get a new cat for Lizzy. She begged a lot and we have finally decided to “cave” … Continue reading Happy things this week →

Summer vibe and reset plan

Girls finished school on Friday and we officially started summer break. Well, I am not taking leave yet but mentally I need a break ASAP and will lay out my plan for the rest of summer. Saturday I had my 16 miles LR with second half faster than the first half. My energy was not … Continue reading Summer vibe and reset plan →

Firsts in Brasilia

I had my first out of Brasilia overnight stay this week for an office retreat. I wasn't in the mood to celebrate anything nor stayed for the dance party. I was mentally exhausted. But I did enjoy this sunrise the next day. The sky in Brasilia is amazing, every morning I feel fortunate to witness … Continue reading Firsts in Brasilia →