Art and Earth Science by Grass
Happy Mother’s Day, dear fellow mommies! Today, I want to send a warm embrace to each of you who drop by this little space—especially 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 Mother’s Day
Hi all,If you've noticed I haven’t been writing much lately, it’s because my schedule has been hectic! Today marks my first month at my new job, and commuting from my city to Alabang has been quite the challenge. The long distance means I have to leave home early to beat the traffic—and more often than… Continue reading From Commutes to Code: My First Month as a Tech Data Admin (Happy Labor Day!)
Hello, everyone! I took advantage of the Easter break to slow down and recharge — spending some much-needed time with my potted and hydroponic plants, and finally picking up my watercolor brushes again. It’s a hobby I’ve missed dearly but had to set aside due to work, which I’ve shared more about in the blog… Continue reading Exploring UMAE Watercolor Paper Block: A Review and My Watercolor Sketches Using the Block
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
As a fountain pen enthusiast, I’ve always appreciated the elegance, smooth ink flow, and customization they offer. There’s something special about the way a fountain pen glides across the page, that tactile feel that turns even simple notes into an enjoyable writing experience. However, fountain pens aren’t always the most practical choice—especially when speed, convenience,… Continue reading Effortless Writing, Zero Hassle: Why the Pilot Acro 300 is a Must-Try Ballpoint Pen
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: I don’t earn any commission from promoting the products mentioned in this article. The following reviews are my honest feedback based on personal experience. One drawback (and perhaps a common nuisance) of writing with a fountain pen is that ordinary copy paper often leads to bleed-through or ghosting. I've tested all the pens in… Continue reading Jinhao 80 Review: Smooth Writing for Less
Disclaimer: I don’t earn any commission from discussing the products mentioned in this article. The following reviews are my honest feedback based on over a month of using this model. With that in mind, please make your purchase decisions with discretion. If you’re a commuter in the Philippines, actually, if you live in the Philippines,… Continue reading Product Review: JisuLife Portable and Rechargeable Handheld Fan
I live in a condo with my two boys, who love gaming and playing musical instruments. They can be a bit rowdy at times, horsing around and making noise, which never used to bother me much. However, lately, I’ve been diving into subjects outside my expertise in reservoir engineering to prepare for a significant PhD… Continue reading Personal Honest Review of Loop Engage
The Christmas season has already arrived in the Philippines, and for many of us, that means company holiday parties, camaraderie, reunions, feasts, and, of course, raffles! Raffles are one of my favorite parts of the season because I’ve had a lucky streak—winning nearly every raffle draw at my previous company’s Christmas parties. I’ve also been… Continue reading Sketching with and Review of Vinta Inks’ A Holiday Feast Edition (Bibingka, Tsokolate, and Puto Bumbong)
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