Laughing, something I enjoyed when I was in high school. I loved the company of my friends immensely and laughing with them was a normal occurrence. I would even laugh until my sides hurt and then I would snort, which, I know was very unladylike, but I didn't care. They said laughing is like doing abdominal exercise, I had hoped it was true! As years passed, I noticed that I laughed less and less. Maybe because I don't get to see these friends very often. Maybe because I didn't enjoy college … [Read more...]
A Makati Shangri-La Stay (day 2), Cymplified!
I woke up at around 6 in the morning, still sleepy. But, I was looking forward to breakfast at Circles, Makati Shangri-La. Nomnomnom! We left after I washed the baby bottles and put them in the sterilizer. I was so full my tummy didn't even have room for the pastries and muffins. Darn! We went back to our rooms afterwards. After a little rest and getting the swimming paraphernalia ready: a beach ball and a float ring, we were set! Elle was excited, I could tell. She and daddy hanged … [Read more...]
A Makati Shangri-La Stay (day 1), Cymplified!
My friend is pregnant with her first child and I with my third. We thought of having a sort of joint photoshoot and stayed at Makati Shangri-La hotel to put some vouchers to good use. Caleb and I were warmly welcomed with smiles, the front desk ladies were enamored with his cuteness. The one assisting me even carried him while I sign some documents. I was disappointed with the Superior Rooms we were assigned with. They were so small and we didn't know if the shoot could be done there. We … [Read more...]
Incentive, Cymplified!
We all need something to motivate us at home (chores, anyone?), at work, and even for the (supposedly healthy) lifestyle that we lead. Our efforts should always be rewarded somehow. One challenge I am facing at present is how to encourage my 4-year-old daughter to do her homework. What incentive must I employ to get her to have the desire to do her tasks from school? She is smart and I know she would do them well if only she wants to. "What's in it for me?" A question we sometimes … [Read more...]
Helper, Cymplified!
Helper needed, but not always wanted. Here in the Philippines, helpers and/or nannies are considered needs. It seemed the demand for them had risen higher over time. Before, employers had the luxury of choosing a suitable one for their household. It was the helpers who were wanting to be hired and would work hard to please the moms. But nowadays, it is the helpers who call the shots regarding their salary, their working schedules, and whether they would help with the kids or not. Almost 5 … [Read more...]
Books of the Bible Song, Cymplified!
One of the ways to really know God's Word is by studying it. I really admire the people who know the Bible verses by heart. People absorb knowledge in different ways. Some by looking at photos, some by watching tutorial videos, some by reading words. If you learn by music or by singing it out loud, then this song could help you commit to memory the books of the Bible. What an interesting way of memorizing! Until now, I have not done so, even though I came from a Christian high school. … [Read more...]
Promise, Cymplified!
"Promises are made to be broken." It seems this holds true these days, even among friends and family. And it is sad that words aren't honored anymore. And there's nothing we can do but to forgive them for breaking their promises. It is just disheartening to count on them anymore. I feel such a huge guilt because I promised my daughter we would take her to the beach come vacation. School is about to start and we haven't gone out of town yet. It's too bad that we cannot afford to, yet. But I … [Read more...]