I was looking forward to this trip. I also was not. One thing I was sure of is that there must be a Jeju Island trip preparation for our family. I looked forward to cooler weather since it turned sizzling summer here in the Philippines. I also looked forward to experiencing some of my family's firsts. It was our first time to travel internationally together. It was our first time to set foot on Korea. It was our first time to experience Spring. It was our first time to see Cherry Blossoms in … [Read more...]
Glimmer Girls: London Art Chase by Natalie Grant, Cymplified!
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...]
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...]
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...]
Lunch Out: Torch Restaurant, Cymplified!
Torch Restaurant Is it kid-friendly? One Sunday morning in December found me, my hubby and our youngest in Trinoma. We were in the Landmark department store buying long socks, yellow shoes and hair clips for the Christmas program attires. After walking, placing the purchases in the car and looking for a restaurant, we settled for Torch Restaurant because it seemed to provide a lot of food choices. The interior was made up of industrial elements infused with natural features. … [Read more...]
Hands Free Life by Rachel Macy Stafford, Cymplified!
What is a hands free life? Would you choose to do that one more thing on your to-do list? Or would you choose to savor that one more day with your loved ones? This thought popped up while I was reading Hands Free Life by Rachel Macy Stafford. I have subscribed to the author's blog www.handsfreemama.com and I have read many articles that struck a chord in my mama heart. Rachel shares stories of moments that held realizations and lessons for her. I am inspired by her Hands Free journey, and … [Read more...]
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