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Batanes Islands: beyond words…

February 3, 2008 ·

Batanes. So what they say is true.... Batanes does not look like our usual islands, even though it's part of our islands and homeland just more pristine, and well, breathtaking. Batanes beach. Reaching here, miles away from home.... Batanes seemed like another world, if you knew what 'another world' means - no phone calls, no deadlines, no texts; no honking, no cursing, no madly crossing the streets; no coffee shop chic or Wi-fi fix; no counting the hours, or rushing through crowds.... just being with ... Continue Reading...

Filed Under: Occasional Poetry, Road Adventures

Cheesy poem ahead:’i miss you…’

July 5, 2007 ·

i miss you because you're there in the places we used to walk through in the smooth outline of my coffee cup where my lips wish it was you i am touching instead i miss you because soon it will be raining and i'll be staring at those droplets through my window pane - your warm embrace shielding me from the cold, your gentle voice playing through my mind simply this soul knows it will march in spring if it finds you and dances beside you once again. Egad, I miss blogging..... can't stop it, can't resist it simply have to be ... Continue Reading...

Filed Under: Occasional Poetry

Poems for my sadness

October 3, 2004 ·

i. there is no cure for my sadnessno depth or dimension to this painas i look forward and thinkof the Christmases we will not sharethe golden hair i will not touchthe gentle souls i will not lovingly put to sleepa part of me has died with your goingand my life, as your lifeis one huge 'could have been'ii.in giving birth,as in giving death,as in making love, women must spread their legsand think of a thousand doves flyinginstead of being threatenedby those giant forcepsiii.this love for you goes by one word: 'tolerance'the madness to be blindi love you much too muchand ... Continue Reading...

Filed Under: Occasional Poetry

Going Through Days

August 24, 2004 ·

Love is a gift I give unto myself. I may not be sure if someone loves me back, but it doesn't matter for true love is selfless. In nurturing this special affection, my soul sings, my heart goes into a happy dance and I am once again able to find poetry in everyday things:Sunshine reminds me of youWhen the noon's rays descend upon meAnd I am suddenly filled with heatfrom the passion of you...The rain makes me want you moreBecause it is coldAnd this kind of weatherMakes me want to stay indoors,curled up in the depths of your soulI welcome the sunshineKnowing that on ... Continue Reading...

Filed Under: Occasional Poetry

Lost & Found… & Lost

August 11, 2004 ·

Someone from my not-so-distant past came to haunt me...right there on a Monday morning.I couldn't explain it. I was, and still is, irretrievably drawn to his mystery. It's true that we all want something we could not have or ever be near with.How I wanted to soften that wintry gaze that accused me of reacting so badly.But I've promised to myself to stop chasing rainbows and just wait for the rainbow to show on my horizon.I can no longer weep for what I lost. Right now,I'm justbeyond feeling,beyond pain. ... Continue Reading...

Filed Under: Occasional Poetry

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This blog is my own happy place where I’ve posted articles on a sundry of topics since 2004. I am presently passionate about health, fitness, family and travelling.

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Sometimes I miss the cuisine of Singapore and Mala Sometimes I miss the cuisine of Singapore and Malaysia. Am glad there are restaurants in the city whenever I get intense #Asianfood cravings. Roti Shop in Rockwell is one of them #notsponsored.

Over the weekend, I convinced my friend Maricel to try the cendol (iced dessert similar to halo-halo) and the #roti paratha with curry sauce. And of course, who doesn't love Hainanese chicken rice and white coffee? 💯💕😋
#hungry #foodgasm #yummy
#chickenrice #cendol #dessert #coffee #cuisine
#travelmemories🌍✈️ If there's a member of #travelmemories🌍✈️ 

If there's a member of my family who stayed the most time indoors during this #lockdown, it's my youngest Lucia. It's good she hasn't complained at all. When talking to her, am glad she only has the nicest recollection of our last trip a year ago in Taiwan. We went ahead with our flight even though there was already fear of the virus then.

My daughter is a picky eater, but I noticed when traveling, she is more adventurous with food. We  always have fun going through our Taiwan photo album and recalling the nice hostel we stayed in, the perfectly crunchy fried chicken and all those #memories. It certainly helps tide me through the sadness of the present
#motherdaughter  #familytravels #instalove  #mybeautifulgirl #photooftheday  #asia
Google reminded me today about the #Taiwan trip wi Google reminded me today about the #Taiwan trip with my darling daughter on Feb. 26, 2020.

I swear I normally don't wear mini skirts (especially at this age 😃). But I guess it's true that people do things they don't usually do.... when #traveling ✈️🏯⛩️ We have to look special for our #ootd

P.S. I get sentimental looking at my #travel photos **sniff
#takemeback #memories
#oldtimes #2020
#chicken adobo, salted egg, tomatoes and fried ric #chicken adobo, salted egg, tomatoes and fried rice out of leftover kimchi sauce...my brunch this #Tuesday 

Simple joys 💕🍅💯
#homecooking #lutongbahay 
#panlasangpinoy #kainpilipinas #pinoyfood 
#brunch #hungry #almusal #foodgrammerph
We all know that we should practice proper hand hy We all know that we should practice proper hand hygiene to avoid getting sick. I have been doing this whenever I go out for errands. Thankfully, I have been healthy and not sick for a single day.  This only means that we really need to make handwashing a part of our lifestyle in the new normal, along with constant disinfection, wearing face masks and face shields and following social distancing protocols in common public areas.

Am glad there is a brand like Green Cross with a complete line of products to keep bacteria and viruses away. I always have #CleanHandsWithGreenCross anywhere I go. It's a good thing they have a handy alcohol and hand sanitizer which I always keep in my bag. And the whole family uses Green Cross Germ-Protection Soap which not only kills 99.9% of germs but also smells so good!
#TheVirusEndsWithUs
#shoppingph #oc #hygiene #handwashing #handsanitizer #stayathomechallenge #cleaningmotivation #momfinds
#life update: two of my kids are now living indepe #life update: two of my kids are now living independently and as a result of a more compact family, we no longer depend on a maid. This is a dedication post to my oldest daughter Dionne for being the rock I can count on. She's taking on more responsibilities these days with nary a complaint. I make sure I treat her once a week like ordering something online or buying her favorite cake. This Sunday found us having a mini-picnic outside eating the Acqua Pazza I cooked (poached fish in wine) and drinking Welch's Sparkling Rose. Not as fancy as fine dining, but it's always the little things that matter 💗💜🍇🍒🍹🥤
#ShareTheSparkle #WelchsPh #familytime #motherdaughter #homecooking #hungry #recipe #Sunday #brunch
The ongoing pandemic has made moms like me more me The ongoing pandemic has made moms like me more meticulous about our family's health and hygiene. Am not the OC type but even a non-OC like me resolved to be careful and take extra precautions 😯😄

Zonrox products can kill the COVID-19 virus that's why I made sure we stocked on their products. I have been using my newest supermarket discovery, Zonrox Multi Clean in disinfecting high-touch surfaces. I love its fresh, long-lasting scent! 💗

Then I have my usuals, Zonrox Bleach Original and Zonrox Colorsafe to make our #laundry super clean and disinfected! These are staple items in my pantry which I can't live without!

We #DisinfectWithZonrox because an ounce of prevention is always better than a pound of cure. Let’s remember to always show our MALASAKIT to others because #TheVirusEndsWithUs!
@zonroxphilippines
#momfinds
#shoppingph #bestoftheday
#ChineseNewYear is most felt here in Asia. Happy Y #ChineseNewYear is most felt here in Asia. Happy Year of the Ox to all my family, friends and business contacts 😊㊙️ Sharing this photo of the entrance to Manila's Chinatown. Existing since the 1500s, did you know this is the oldest #Chinatown in the world? It's always a delight to visit because of the #delicious food and bargain shopping finds 🧡 #Binondo #Ongpin #Manila #sinopinas #asia #philippines #culturetrip
My son, my unico hijo, finally graduated from coll My son, my unico hijo, finally graduated from college (he was delayed by a year). You can just imagine how happy and relieved I was. For his birthday today, I slaved away in the kitchen to serve #homemade treats to the son and his friends. The highlight was the Aussie rib eye steak ordered from @sebastiansbutcherbox . I served it in  two ways - with marbled potatoes and over alfredo pasta. I thought I overcooked the meat  but it still turned out amazingly flavorful and tender. It made everyone's day definitely! 🥩♨️💯
#lutongbahay #kainpilipinas #steaklovers #ribeye #meatlover 
#foodphotography #hungry
Moms like me have two main priorities right now: e Moms like me have two main priorities right now: ensuring the health of our family and saving up for the "uncertain" future. Personally,  am always on the lookout for products that bring the most value for money, especially when it comes to grocery shopping. 

It's a good thing I discovered the new Champion by Energen. It's only 8 pesos per 35g pack and is fortified with essential vitamins, iodine, folic acid and calcium. It also has egg, which is a good source of protein.

My youngest Lucia loves its #delicious taste but as an adult, I dig it too because it tastes exactly like #hotchocolate 🍩🍫🥤🧡💯
#ChampionByEnergen #ChampionSaSarap #ChampionSaNutrition #SarapMagingChampion
#yummyph #thirsty #drink
#motherdaughter #bonding
Do you appreciate being in your own country? I do. Do you appreciate being in your own country? I do. I love being in a tropical country where I don't have to work my arse off to pay high taxes. I do work so hard now to earn good money so I can afford state-of-the-art health insurance  and not  depend on a measly state pension.

Call me stupid for staying in good old #Pilipinas 🇵🇭💗However, migrating just to be an "ordinary worker" somewhere else may no longer be applicable in this borderless world. Am not saying NO to moving in the future, but it should be a place where I can fall in love with the culture, has cheap real estate and won't kill me with taxes left and right. Other countries in the #world are simply overrated 🌎✈️

This post is entitled Random Thoughts On A Thursday By An Old Woman 😄😂😂
#adulting #thoughts #thursday
#life #Manila #goodvibesonly #itsmorefuninthephilippines
#puto bumbong and bibingka. Was delighted to eat t #puto bumbong and bibingka. Was delighted to eat these two treats over the weekend. What's your favorite Filipino #kakanin? 🇵🇭🥥🍪😋
#filipinofoodlove #kainpilipinas 
#foodinfluencerph #ricecakes #eatpilipinas #pinoy #asianfood #snacktime
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