This movie had touched something deep inside me. Mainly because it's about the relationship of a mother and a daughter. I can empathize with the way Elinor felt after Merida stormed out of the room when they were fighting. Like Elinor, I treat Elle harshly when in anger, one too many times. :-( Like Elinor, I regret what I did, regret how the situation got out of hand, regret how nothing was resolved. Like Elinor, I cry, consumed with guilt and worry. Brave movie is a reminder for me … [Read more...]
Field Trip, Cymplified!
I have always wanted to bring my children to the zoo. 1/3 of that wish came true when I got to accompany Elle for the first time on her second field trip. My parents went with her on her very first field trip. Elle's school, together with Prime Orienteer Mgt. Inc., went on an educational tour first to Avilon Zoo in Montalban, Rizal and then to Dolljoy Gallery and Museum. The photos below show some of the animals we have observed. Elle experienced feeding the Guinea pigs carrots, the Arapaimas … [Read more...]
Animal Rescue, Cymplified!
I like animals; especially pet animals like dogs, cats and rabbits, and I also like lions and panda bears. I wish I could hug them. I really hate it when some people are cruel to animals. Stopping animal cruelty, feeding and giving shelter to animals are two of the causes I support. Before I got married and had children, my dream was to build a mansion for stray dogs and cats. I know that dream is not yet possible, and I have to find out if my hubby agrees with it, too. It might … [Read more...]
Birth Story Number Two, Cymplified!
Dear Caleb, Mommy's dear funny baby boy, how mischievous and assertive you now are. In true blue boy fashion, you like wheeled vehicles, airplanes, mock fighting, wrestling, balls and monster or wild animal sounds. Sometimes, you're interested in your sisters' toys and that's okay. The fascination doesn't last long. You are a tall boy, yet mommy must not forget you're still a baby at two and a half years old. When you turned one, then turned two, mommy and daddy were a bit worried that you … [Read more...]
Thank You, God, for Blessing Me by Max Lucado, Illustrated by Frank Endersby, Cymplified!
Thank You, God, for Blessing Me is a children's e-book for children two to six years old. It's about a plump caterpillar called Little Hermie praying to God. He enumerates the blessings he is thankful to God for. This story is to inspire little children to also look around, smile and bow their heads in prayers of thanksgiving. One Christian value I want to instill in my children is thankfulness. I read this with my 5-year-old aloud and asked her to copy Little Hermie and say his prayer of … [Read more...]
Trusting Issues, Cymplified!
Do you know what's humbling? Knowing that someone trusts you completely and absolutely. My son loves to stand on the edge of our bed, call my attention and fall into my outstretched arms. What if I changed my mind and decided not to catch him? He doesn't think of that. A child-like trust is wonderful, and God likes that from us. Do you know what I realized the other day? When we commute: ride a taxi, a jeepney, the LRT or a tricycle, we are placing our lives in the hands of the drivers and … [Read more...]
Cymple Days Love {kids+style}, Cymplified!
Yesterday evening, the nanny went home to the province for a three-day vacay and to do some errands. Today, it was just me and the children. When it's time for the nanny to really leave for good, I ponder whether to hire a new one or not. Cymple Days Love {kids+style}I enjoyed today's little blessings: Caleb and Cayla took their naps. Elle got interested in washing dishes so I taught her how. Then, the three of them drew and played together. The pair of shorts I bought … [Read more...]
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