Homeschooling, Recycling

Recycle your magnet cards into bookmarks

I admit, I'm guilty of having thrown away so many things that could have been reused/upcycled/recycled before. I still do and I feel guilty because trash goes to oceans eventually and kill so many awesome marine life. So since last month I've have been challenging myself every week on reusing/upcycling some of my trash. This… Continue reading Recycle your magnet cards into bookmarks

Jewelry Design, Recycling

Recycle your garbage into jewelry!

​  Did you know that manufacturing companies use up tons of water to make products as small as a toothpick, or a pair of flip flops or in this blog's case, a meter-long iPad charger?  Yes, it's true. That's why it has been my personal advocacy to recycle or upcycle what I can because not only… Continue reading Recycle your garbage into jewelry!

Geology, Uncategorized

What to do BEFORE, DURING and AFTER Earthquakes (Source: EDC Quick News)

I know you guys have been hearing about how the West Valley Fault (originally known as Marikina Valley Fault) is due to move anytime in this lifetime. This is scary, I know. But it doesn't kill to be informed, prepared and ready when earthquake strikes.  Here are things that you can do at home or… Continue reading What to do BEFORE, DURING and AFTER Earthquakes (Source: EDC Quick News)

Local Travel

Pinto Art Museum – Antipolo’s Hidden Gem

The great reviews this museum got in TravelAdvisor weren't wrong but you really need to experience the place for full appreciation of this magical place. Pinto Art Museum is the BOMB!  If you haven't gone there, picture this: galleries interconnected by gardens; lush vegetation; contemporary paintings and avant garde sculptures and art pieces that are nothing… Continue reading Pinto Art Museum – Antipolo’s Hidden Gem

Shopping

Alternative Shopping Experience in Quezon City, Metro Manila

Have you noticed how crowded malls can be on weekends? I have!  I only go to Landmark/Trinoma for groceries; to buy a few things such as wrapping papers and craft supply; and for kids when they needed medicines, books and/or toys.  I try to limit going to the mall once a week and only when… Continue reading Alternative Shopping Experience in Quezon City, Metro Manila

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Foodie, Restaurant Review

Crisostomo Restaurant at UP Town Center – A Review

Disclaimer: I am in no way connected to or paid by Crisostomo to post this review.  If you're looking for their menu, please visit their website here. I don't normally eat out. But when I do, it's usually when someone invites me; it's my birthday and too lazy to cook for the family; or simply… Continue reading Crisostomo Restaurant at UP Town Center – A Review

Local Travel

Hotel H2O Experience – A Review

A shorter version of this review was posted at TripAdvisor. The whole family checked in at Hotel H2O last March 14 for staycation and also to celebrate birthday and graduation for Ian and Nereus, respectively. We stayed in one of their Aqua Classic room and my kids loved the aquarium, they almost refused to leave… Continue reading Hotel H2O Experience – A Review

Geology, Local Travel

GeoTours Philippines – Get to know Philippine Geology!

Ever wondered how Marikina Valley Fault system looks like for real? Would you be interested to see famous Geologic monuments around Metro Manila and its vicinity? Then join this GeoTour! GeoTour is a whole-day field trip sponsored by the University of the Philippines Geology Alumni.  The main objective of this tour is to bring participants… Continue reading GeoTours Philippines – Get to know Philippine Geology!

Jewelry Design

Of paper beads, gift cards and dreams

When I was about five years old, my mom would bring me to this gift shoppe where an aunt of mine used to be its attendant. The shop was just across the public market where we shopped for groceries. I loved that gift shoppe because it sold so many cute items I wanted for myself.  But since I could… Continue reading Of paper beads, gift cards and dreams

Shopping

Bazaar at Sofia Bellevue

Bazaars are fun! It's during bazaars that I get to interact with people from all walks of life; fellow entrepreneurs, clients, families, fashionistas. 🙂 It is the usually during bazaars too when I get to sell my handmade crafts to them in person as I mostly sell them online.  It is also heartwarming when clients… Continue reading Bazaar at Sofia Bellevue