Each person seeks his true self, her sparkle, his gift to the world, her purpose in life. That's what Maddie, aged 10, was figuring out in London Art Chase, and what I'm still figuring out at 34 years of age. It must be a middle child thing. Another thing we have in common is that we like to draw. At least, I did before I started adulthood. I realized that I am a stickler for following rules because when someone did what she was not supposed to, I felt uncomfortable. But, I know that stories … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Why I Needed A Wedding Planner, Cymplified!
When my hubby and I got married, we didn't hire a wedding planner. We considered it, though. But after talking to one, we decided it was beyond our budget. Looking back, I wished we got one, even just the on-the-day package offered. There were things that happened in the reception that were cringe-worthy. But, I quite enjoyed the planning and the sourcing with my partner prior to our special day. It was like doing a project together. For those who are engaged, are about to plan their dream … [Read more...]
Family Day Out: Mind Museum Madness, Cymplified!
It was the Sunday before school started again after the Christmas and new year break. We were wondering... "Where to go? What to do?" Those were the usual questions when thinking of activities for our family. While I was washing the dishes, The Mind Museum came to mind and good thing hubby scored an online deal for five all-day passes at a discounted price. After a filling lunch at S&R, we excitedly headed to The Mind Museum and we spied some superheroes outside. I snapped this … [Read more...]
Give & Receive Grace, Cymplified!
Are you learning to give and receive grace like I am? My daughter was drawing something and then she stopped. Curious, I went to look for her paper so I could see what she drew. I found it in the trashcan, instead, with a word scribbled over some sketches and erasures: FAILURE! I felt like I was punched. "I am not good at this! What's the use of trying? It's a fail!" I wish to never hear these sentences from my children. I don't want them disheartened. Sentences that I sometimes … [Read more...]
Love In The Little Moments Of Connection, Cymplified!
When To Hold On? When he reaches out, brushes your fingertips using his and takes hold of your hand across the table... When you catch her gazing at you over the large steaming cup of coffee cradled in her hands while she's about to take a sip... When he looks up from something he's working on and you glance at him at the same time, both of your eyes meet, then you smile a little and he grimaces a bit... When she smiles really big and her eyes seem to sparkle as you hand her one of … [Read more...]
The Master and Her Piece: Martine of Make it Blissful, Cymplified!
Hello, February! It's the month of hearts and for the fourth The Master and Her Piece feature, I would like to put the spotlight on a woman overflowing with love and bliss. It’s an interview I do with women who inspire me and others to live and create better. I ask questions about their masterpieces or their works, their inspiration and ideas, their motivation, their challenges and their advice; to hopefully encourage my readers, too. When I think of the words intentional and blissful, … [Read more...]
The Golden Braid by Melanie Dickerson, Cymplified!
Guess which character the title refers to? :-D Confession: I still love fairytales! I still look forward to Disney releases of princess stories. I still like reading books about royalty. If I could get away with wearing long billowing dresses, I would! The Golden Braid... is a retelling of the story of Rapunzel. I watched Disney's Tangled so I kept picturing Gothel like the one in the animated movie, clever and crazy, dark and dangerous. It's really a miracle that Rapunzel grew up as a … [Read more...]
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