Art and Earth Science by Grass
Terrariums are miniature gardens enclosed in glass containers, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem that mirrors a tropical rainforest in a jar. During the pandemic lockdowns, my husband, who has a natural green thumb, made three terrariums to help ease the anxiety. Missing the outdoors, we’d occasionally open a terrarium and take a deep breath. The earthy… Continue reading Terrariums: A Fun and Educational Experiment for Homeschooling Kids
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
A caldera is a large, basin-shaped depression. It forms when a volcano's magma chamber empties during a massive eruption. The overlying land then collapses into the void. It is different from a volcanic crater. A volcanic crater is a smaller, bowl-shaped depression. It typically forms by the explosive release of gases at the surface. The formation of a… Continue reading A Dry Volcanic Caldera in the Philippines? Yes, we have one!
A few years ago, I picked up Zen in the Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury. It was a transitional period in my life. This was right before the pandemic. I had just left my corporate job. I was exploring ways to supplement our household income. At the time, I had no plans to pursue… Continue reading My Recommended Book for Writers: “Zen in the Art of Writing” by Ray Bradbury
As the clock strikes midnight, it signals the start of a brand-new year. This moment brings with it a sense of hope and renewal. It offers the opportunity to reflect on personal aspirations. This year, my resolutions are guided by three overarching goals. I aim at becoming fitter. I want to advance my skills as… Continue reading New Year, New Goals: My Journey Toward Fitness, Data Science Mastery, and a Career in the Geothermal Industry (if getting a PhD is not possible yet)
Yesterday, we went grocery shopping and found the store packed with people—it’s the holiday season, so it was to be expected. Normally, we head to the grocery as soon as it opens to avoid the crowd, but this time we went later than usual since we had just returned from a local trip and took… Continue reading How to Foster a Reading Habit in Children
My son, Ian, has been playing the piano since he was six years old. One thing he does consistently every day is practice pieces from his piano books. He also loves watching pianists on YouTube and listening to piano pieces on Spotify. Ian seems to have inherited his musical talent from my dad, his grandfather,… Continue reading Piano Sonata in C-Minor by Ian – His First Copyrighted Work
I received a wonderful gift from a friend during a voice recital at our university that we both attended last night (photo below). The gift is a watercolor painting titled "Teeny Tiny Houses X" by Vanessa D. Guevarra. I love this piece for its simplicity, the innocence of children in it, the delicate watercolor technique, and the… Continue reading Two Houses, One Sky: The Universality of Hope
The Fabulous Scientist 