Palawan will always be in our family's hearts. It's our favorite island in the country to visit because of its unique rock formations , friendly locals, diverse flora and fauna, and heavenly island beaches. Before our Coron Trip last week of April this year, the family has visited Puerto Princesa, Taytay, Balabac, and El Nido.… Continue reading Coron Trip with my Family – Days of white sand, fringing reefs, beautiful lagoons, mountain lakes, great food, and friendly locals
Category: Life
If money were no object, what would you do?
Today I saw one question like this posted in one of our groups in Facebook. Several people pitched in their ideas and one can tell that people would do so many things in life if money were no issue. Here are just some of the things I have in mind that I would do if… Continue reading If money were no object, what would you do?
Obsessing over trees as my painting subject
Watercolor art: red lauan tree leaves and seed that I learned through EDC Binhi watercolor workshop. When I was young, trees used to terrify me. My grandparents and aunts would tell me stories about mythical creatures. Some of these mythical creatures live in trees especially old ones, I was told.. And if we hurt each… Continue reading Obsessing over trees as my painting subject
One fine day in SM North and UP Diliman campus
https://youtu.be/A-jit3BwUm8 We went out today! Wow, I still can't believe that there would be one day in my lifetime that going out would be such a big deal. Due to quarantine restrictions, my kids were not able to travel with me even within a kilometer-radius from home for more than year. But yesterday we were… Continue reading One fine day in SM North and UP Diliman campus
My Favorite Homeschooling and Virtual Class Tools
I treat homeschooling and virtual class as if I'm about to be deployed on an expedition that requires preparation. One of the ways I do to prep for my class is to arm myself to the teeth with gadgets to help enhance my virtual classroom. I have invested personal resources to upgrade my tools and… Continue reading My Favorite Homeschooling and Virtual Class Tools
Paperang Thermal Printer – My Best “Budol” Find of the Year (Yet)
Does the Tagalog word "budol" have an English equivalent? This was the question I had in mind when I was deciding for the title for this article. I Googled and the first link said that "budol" is a colloquial term for "someone who is gullible". I think that the word has no English equivalent. I'm… Continue reading Paperang Thermal Printer – My Best “Budol” Find of the Year (Yet)
Virtual Tours to Visit and Explore as Part of Homeschooling Activities
One of the best things about internet and technology are the development of virtual tours. While virtual tours do not really give the same thrill like the real ones, it's the cheapest way to see the rest of the world. It's also our only option now that we are still in this pandemic. I have… Continue reading Virtual Tours to Visit and Explore as Part of Homeschooling Activities
Coping with Depression and Anxiety Through Music
When is this pandemic gonna be over? I find myself asking that question over and over again and it adds to my anxiety every time I watch the news and see updates about how the virus is wreaking havoc worldwide. It doesn't help that the effing virus keeps mutating and getting worse - becoming more… Continue reading Coping with Depression and Anxiety Through Music
This Pandemic Has Become My Second Childhood
For my kids' generation, learning a new skill is so much more accessible now than it was during my time. It's normal for kids now to learn a skill or two during summer break. Some of the families I know have daughters who learn ballet, sons who take up martial arts, some whose kids go… Continue reading This Pandemic Has Become My Second Childhood
When This Pandemic is Over
Have you listed down the things you will be doing once this pandemic is over? I have. I am usually an optimistic person. I know someday soon, this pandemic will be over, and things will go back to normal for everyone. Everyone will be stronger, wiser, and survivors. Before I go over my list, I… Continue reading When This Pandemic is Over
The Fabulous Scientist 