An Itchy Dilemma I am thankful that growing up, I am not allergic to any kind of food. Especially to peanuts, because I love nuts! But, sometimes, some things (or bodies) change. When I was pregnant with my youngest baby, I suddenly became allergic to shrimps, which I also love. It made me sad. I had to have a stash of anti-allergy meds that's safe for pregnant women. Later on, I gave birth and thankfully, it went away. Like my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in my first pregnancy. Yes! But then, … [Read more...]
The Midnight Library & Being 40, Cymplified!
A Visit to The Midnight Library I just finished reading "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig. This was forever in my want-to-read list but I haven't found an inexpensive copy of it. Until I saw one on Shopee. :-) I guess being 40 meant being extra thrifty (most likely the book will just be read once or twice); and also splurging where necessary (health, wellness & education). Honestly, I could somehow relate to the main character, Nora Seed. She thinks her life is mediocre, and it's set … [Read more...]
Becoming 40, Cymplified!
The day I turned 39, I had my first Quarantine Birthday. Celebrated with a huge mocha cake from Hizon's. I forgot, though, what we ate for lunch and dinner. Ha ha! It was also an Easter Sunday. And then, I realized something. I was so close to becoming 40! (°0°) ->this is my shocked face Changes due to aging? That year, I thought I was doing okay while I was sheltering in place. I neither got Covid nor the flu (which I did almost every year because of my weak immune system), and I was … [Read more...]
Stuck-At-Home Guide to Elevating Clothing Essentials, Cymplified!
Are you still stuck at home and tired of it? Sometimes, it helps to change up our perspectives and be thankful. Thankful that we can afford to stay safe from Covid-19; that we have the means to still earn an income. Working from home is a blessing. To somehow uplift our spirits, we can play dress-up. Here's a guide to elevating our clothing essentials, from our friends at Thümm & Co. Tips on Elevating Clothing Essentials Too often a great outfit can be ruined by a pair of ratty … [Read more...]
Steps Forward, Cymplified!
Hello, friends! And hi, 2021! Peek-a-boo! Surprise! From a filtered Cym. ;-) Greetings 26 days into 2021. We've made it to another year. We have made it a thousand and more steps forward. It's not without blood, sweat, or tears, though. Literally and figuratively. As it was a uniquely challenging year when lives were lost and marriages were tested. Anxiety was through the roof. People forced themselves to change their habits. I thank the Lord for my life; being alive means I must … [Read more...]
Changes are Staying, Cymplified!
This pandemic is asking, nay, forcing us to change. When our health is at stake, we can do nothing but go along with these changes. And these changes are staying for sure. Because of CoViD-19, changes are happening in different aspects of our lives. We pay our bills online. Businesses are moving online and are reliant on delivery services.Food and other household needs are being delivered to avoid going out. It's scary to dine out, too. So, we wouldn't need to wear that thigh shaper yet, … [Read more...]
Quarantine Scene, Cymplified!
The Quarantine Scene by Cym Elements of the Quarantine Sceneare subjective, are various.To not dwell on this COVID-19,the heart must not be anxious.The body be busy and mind keen,organize and keep home clean.Consume your book pile, or magazine,while sipping on hot caffeine.I myself prefer the coffee bean.Sometimes tea, or something green.Some guys work out to keep themselves lean.Many spend time with their kin.So, what is your scene this quarantine?Wash your hands, keep them pristine. … [Read more...]
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