Whether I recognize blessings or not, I need to remember to be thankful. I cannot believe it took me a day to realize what a blessing I have. This blessing comes in the form of Elle, my eldest daughter. Last Sunday, she and I attended her classmate's birthday party at Kidzville. If you have been to Kidzville, you'll understand why you should allot more than 30 minutes to the place. When it was time to go for some of the kids, there were struggles with the nannies, hollers from the parents … [Read more...]
Family Day Out: Family Picnic, Cymplified!
I have always dreamed of having a weekly family picnic. I think it would do the children loads of good to run on the grass, climb a few trees (maybe), and to inhale fresh air that we sorely lack here in the city. Well, a part of that dream came true when we had a family picnic fun photo-shoot one Sunday. Prior to that, my 5-year-old prayed with me to Jesus and we asked Him to please hold off the rain. And He answered our prayer! Hooray! Although I didn't get to eat anything while we're on the … [Read more...]
Camera-Playing, Cymplified!
One way to prevent boredom during car rides is to take pictures of ourselves or the surroundings. I chose the former since it's raining and I didn't want to get my cellphone wet by opening the window. For me, one-on-one time with each of the children is important to discover their unique personalities, needs and interests. I am for the idea of parents taking each of the kids to "dates". Cymple ones like running errands, having lunch or dinner, quick visiting with families or relatives, or … [Read more...]
Self-Control {Yelling at Children}, Cymplified!
Just reading the title of this article had me swallowing the lump in my throat. In my mind's eye, I was raising my hand and slowly sinking in my seat. Another mommy guilt. Stop Yelling at Your Children - Why and How | CleverFather - StumbleUpon. I think I am quite decided not to yell at my children (now, I just need to follow through, the hardest part). It sure takes a very conscious effort. I should be deliberate and intentional about it, keeping the following things in mind as I interact … [Read more...]
Father’s Day {2012}, Cymplified!
We need good fathers in our homes Whose hearts are full of grace. Who by their love and earnest prayers, Make home a pleasant place. Walter E. Isenhour American Poet Even though he already introduced the chichirya and the chicharon to the children quite early, I still think Rix is a very wonderful father. I am so blessed to have him. We celebrated by letting the two older kids play at Kidzville, then we had dinner at Yakimix. I have posts about dads in cazzapoeia. Please check … [Read more...]
Gender Guessing, Cymplified!
When you're pregnant and in the Philippines, acquaintances or sometimes even complete strangers will try to guess (even when not being asked) if you're having a boy or a girl. Does that happen in other countries? There are baby gender guessing "methods" that these people rely upon to come up with their speculations. The shape of the baby bump. If it's very round, it's a girl. If it's slightly pointy, it's a boy. (This was applicable to my pregnancy with my eldest who's a girl, and my … [Read more...]
ABC’s of Improving Our Relationship With Our Children, Cymplified!
I value my relationship with my small children very much. It is the foundation of our closeness in the coming years. This is especially important in keeping them happy and safe, since they would confide in me whatever they are going through. Hopefully! Attention: is what my children crave, coupled with great affection. Believe: in what my 4-year-old says in answer to my questions. Give her the benefit of the doubt. And when she admits to her mistakes, see letter C. Cool: keep it, especially … [Read more...]
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