Art and Earth Science by Grass
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist Note: I wrote this story years ago on my old Blogger. My siblings talked about my mom's infamous donuts earlier today and decided to repost my old blog post about her donuts here. When I was a kid, my mom and dad constantly bickered over burnt dishes, undercooked rice,… Continue reading Teeth-Crushing Donuts and the Art of Running Away
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist Just over two weeks ago, I proudly declared that I was decluttering our home, starting with the obvious space invaders—furniture, storage boxes, unused art materials and other large items that had quietly claimed permanent residency in our living space. Friends generously adopted many of them, and I felt victorious.… Continue reading I’m Destashing My Fountain Pens – Please Send Help (or Ink)!
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist Valentine’s Day often comes wrapped in urgency—flowers that wilt in days, chocolates bought last minute, objects chosen more for the occasion than for the person. There’s nothing inherently wrong with these gestures. They come from affection, after all. But after observing the clutter that I have at home, I’ve… Continue reading Thoughtful, Not Temporary: Sustainable Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist Some fountain pens enter our lives by chance. Others arrive after a long season of quiet wanting. The Asvine C80 belongs to the second kind. I started reading and watching about this pen last year on Reddit, YoutTube, and in fountain pen groups, where people described it as a… Continue reading Asvine C80: A Pen Worth Waiting For
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist I started this year by doing something I had been postponing for a long time: de-stashing and decluttering our home. Not in a dramatic, overnight transformation kind of way—but slowly, intentionally, and with a lot of honesty and patience. A glacial pace, if I'm being geologic about. 😉 For… Continue reading How Decluttering Set the Tone for My Year – A Glacial Pace Attempt at Minimalistic Living
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself looking back not only at the big milestones, but at the small, intentional choices that quietly shaped the year. In many ways, this was a transformational season for me—the year I earned my Master’s degree, stepped into a new job… Continue reading 2025: The Year of Beginnings, Professional Growth, and Financial and Physical Wellness
I'm learning to play the ukulele at my son's music school. I can now play 4 songs thanks to my patient teacher. Two weeks ago, I asked my teacher to teach me "Leaves" by Ben&Ben, a popular local band from the Philippines. They've been my favorite for 2 years, especially their songs "Leaves" and "Bibingka."… Continue reading Leaves: A Reflection on Family, Forgiveness, and Growing Together
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist As 2025 comes to a close, I like to look back at the things I’ve added to my lifestyle — those that didn’t just sit on a shelf, but that got real use, day in and day out. This year, a handful of purchases stood out for their practicality,… Continue reading Best Lifestyle Purchases of 2025: My Top Picks
Grass Padrique | The Fabulous Scientist Spoiler Alert: This review contains key plot points from Before the Coffee Gets Cold. If you prefer to experience the story’s surprises and tender moments on your own, you may want to pause here and come back after reading the book. Reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold evoked the experience… Continue reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold – A Book Review and Some Reflections
Disclaimer: I was not paid or sponsored by Sailor or any retailer to write this review. I purchased these pens myself, and everything I’ve shared reflects my own honest experience and personal opinions. I do not earn any commission from any purchases made based on this review. Please buy at your own discretion and assess… Continue reading Sailor TUZU Adjust Fountain Pen: A Beginner-Friendly Pen with Clever Engineering
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