The passion for fine writing instruments often begins in solitudeโa quiet ritual of pen, ink, and paper. But the annual Pelikan Hubs event reminds us that this singular obsession is, in fact, a thriving, global community. For this week, fountain pen enthusiasts all over the world met up in a gathering called Pelikan Hubs to share about… Continue reading I attended my first Pelikan Hub!
Category: Foodie
Teamwork, Avocados & a Surprise Win at the Master Chef Contest in the Officeย
Yesterday was no ordinary day at work. Instead of reports and meetings, my colleague and I rolled up our sleeves, tied on aprons, and stepped into the makeshift officeย kitchen spotlightย to represent our department in this yearโsย Master Chef Challengeโand guess what?ย We won!ย The task sounded simple (but wasnโt): prepare healthy snacks in under 30 minutes using a surprise… Continue reading Teamwork, Avocados & a Surprise Win at the Master Chef Contest in the Officeย
Quality Family Time: How We Celebrated Motherโs Day
Happy Motherโs Day, dear fellow mommies! Today, I want to send a warm embrace to each of you who drop by this little spaceโespecially to fellow homeschooling families and all the incredible moms balancing home, work, and everything in between. A Tribute to Your Everyday Heroism To the moms who teach lessons in pajamas, patch… Continue reading Quality Family Time: How We Celebrated Motherโs Day
Product Review: Huawei Band 9 and Why Busy People on a Budget Should Get One
Disclaimer: The review below is not sponsored by the brand mentioned. I bought this watch out of my own savings from my Atomic Habits tracker jar as mentioned in my previous blog. As I write this review, myย Huawei Band 9ย is strapped to my wrist, tracking my health metrics while the timer counts downย ten minutesโthe perfect… Continue reading Product Review: Huawei Band 9 and Why Busy People on a Budget Should Get One
Birdwatching and Painting a Bird in UP Diliman Campus with Fellow Homeschoolers
Today is "Araw ng Kagitingan" or National Heroes' Day, an official holiday in the Philippines to commemorate all the heroes who helped build this country from the ground up throughout history. During my son's online class, his classmates mentioned that they missed attending my art classes. It's been a while since I hosted one, so… Continue reading Birdwatching and Painting a Bird in UP Diliman Campus with Fellow Homeschoolers
When in UP Town Center – Learn Taekwondo, Eat Good Japanese Food, and Buy Local Books
Disclaimer: I'm writing this article to promote the local businesses in the mall near us. I am doing this to help boost the businesses, without receiving any payment for doing so. It's just a story of how we spent the day to celebrate a new milestone in my graduate study while also giving you ideas… Continue reading When in UP Town Center – Learn Taekwondo, Eat Good Japanese Food, and Buy Local Books
Crisostomo Restaurant at UP Town Center – A Review
Disclaimer: I am in no way connected to or paid by Crisostomo to post this review. ย 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