Art and Earth Science by Grass
Hi everyone! I know I haven’t blogged here in a while—life has just been so busy these past two weeks! But I’m still here. As I’ve shared before, my kids and I have recently developed a love for nature walks, where we observe birds and try to identify different trees wherever we go. Luckily, the… Continue reading Balik Tanaw: Returning to Nature at UP Diliman
Working as a geologist in the industry has given me access to places in the Philippines that most people will never set foot in—areas classified as "red zones," off-limits to tourists, and often overlooked on maps. For nearly five years, I was stationed in Mindanao, where some of the most remote and geologically hazardous sites… Continue reading A Geologist’s Journey into the Red Zone
As I mentioned in my previous article, I’ll be offering free beading classes next month. In this blog, I’ll go over the supplies needed for making simple drop earrings - which is going to be the first lesson you'll learn from me next month. If you’ve signed up for the class but aren’t familiar with how to use… Continue reading DIY Drop Earrings: Tools and Findings and Where to Get Them in the Philippines
Hello everyone! Since 2022, I’ve been offering free online and in-person painting classes every year during my birth month. Along the way, I’ve also written about these experiences—feel free to check out the articles below to see some of the past classes I’ve conducted as part of this tradition! https://thefabulousscientist.com/2022/04/01/my-birthday-gift-to-our-readerships-and-homeschooling-families/ https://thefabulousscientist.com/2023/05/07/first-face-to-face-painting-class-with-homeschoolers/ https://thefabulousscientist.com/2024/03/28/paint-along-sessions-via-zoom-for-april-2024-an-invitation-to-geologists-and-geology-students/ This year, I’m… Continue reading Craft Your Own Jewelry: Free Classes This April!
Hi, everyone! On February 14, after months of neglect, I finally opened my mailbox. Inside it were three holiday cards from my friends abroad. Yay! These days, I rarely receive snail mail since bills and notifications arrive via email, unlike before when handwritten letters and postcards were common. However, I had sent a few postcards to my… Continue reading Bringing Back Snail Mail: Why I Still Send Handwritten Postcards
A friend invited me on a road trip to Pagbilao, Quezon, to buy Philippine native trees—part of a project to green our institute’s grounds and introduce students to local tree species. I immediately said yes, not just for the cause but also because I wanted to browse for indoor plants and, if I was lucky, find some moss for our terrariums. At first,… Continue reading Road Trip Adventures: Native Trees and Pottery in Quezon
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, my Huawei Band 9 is strapped to my wrist, tracking my health metrics while the timer counts down ten minutes—the perfect… Continue reading Product Review: Huawei Band 9 and Why Busy People on a Budget Should Get One
Betta fish, scientifically known as Betta splendens, are one of the most beloved freshwater species in the world, celebrated for their vivid colors, flowing fins, and fascinating personalities. Native to Southeast Asia, these fish thrive in warm, shallow waters such as rice paddies, ponds, and slow-moving streams across Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. They are uniquely equipped… Continue reading Current Science Experiment and Hobby with Ian for Homeschooling: Raising Betta Fish with Plants
Last December of 2024 I started a system inspired by the book, Atomic Habits, which is to reward myself every time I do an activity that helps me achieve my goals this year. This year, I have set clear and ambitious goals for myself: to master data science techniques through self-study, webinars, and hackathons; to… Continue reading My Rewards System Inspired by Atomic Habits Works!
Who doesn't like a steaming hot coffee or chocolate in the morning especially in the current chilly weather that we now enjoy in the Philippines? This art was inspired by another one by JoelDeJong Art. I liked the way he painted the steam coming out from the cup and I tried to duplicate it. A… Continue reading January Artworks
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