Life, My Creations, My Life in Watercolor

Why I Often Choose to Give Away My Paintings as Gifts to Friends, Colleagues, and Family

Whenever I think about giving a gift to my friends or family, I often wonder: would they really appreciate a painting made by me? After all, not everyone collects art, visits galleries, or even talks about paintings in their daily lives. But the more I reflect on it, the more I realize that a handmade artwork is… Continue reading Why I Often Choose to Give Away My Paintings as Gifts to Friends, Colleagues, and Family

Life, Local Travel, My Life in Watercolor, reviews

Sinours Phuket Edition: A Watercolor Souvenir from Asia-Link Sketchwalk Thailand 2025

From August 14 to 17, 2025, Phuket, Thailand transformed into a living canvas as hundreds of urban sketchers from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered for the Asia-Link Sketchwalk Phuket 2025. Over four vibrant days, the islandโ€™s streets, heritage buildings, and waterfronts became backdrops for artists who came together to share their passion for on-location sketching. Four… Continue reading Sinours Phuket Edition: A Watercolor Souvenir from Asia-Link Sketchwalk Thailand 2025

Financial Advise, Homeschooling, Local Travel, travel blog

From Grab to Jeepney: How I Save โ‚ฑ7,500 a Month and Gain More

For the past few weeks, Iโ€™ve shifted from booking Grab rides to commuting via public utility jeepneys (PUJs). At first, it was purely a financial decision. But over time, I realized that this simple shift gave me not just savings, but also lessons, habits, and experiences worth keeping. 1. A Huge Difference in Cost A… Continue reading From Grab to Jeepney: How I Save โ‚ฑ7,500 a Month and Gain More

Coping with Depression, Health, Life

A Tale of Two Dermatologists: Why a Second Opinion Matters

Recently, I found myself in need of a dermatologistโ€™s advice for my persistent, itchy skin rashes. I ended up visiting two different doctors โ€” and the contrast between their approaches couldnโ€™t have been more striking. The first dermatologist took a quick glance at my skin. She didnโ€™t ask much about my medical history, lifestyle, or… Continue reading A Tale of Two Dermatologists: Why a Second Opinion Matters