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My daughters’ school does not allow the students to bring their own mobile phones. Its the policy. However, they do make exceptions. Like when the kids are on a field trip or when there is a previous arrangement that the child will be picked up a little later than usual. In these cases, the phone [...]
Ever since my youngest sister had her pseudo-wedding-reception at Panciteria Lido late last year, Adi has been bugging us to take her there because it was her new-favorite-restaurant. Unfortunately, we couldn’t find the time (or the effort) to make the date…even if the resto is a scant 3 minutes away from the house. But after [...]
Tiger Mommy-ing isn’t new to me. I even remember one occasion when I was tutoring one of my kids while my niece, Vicky, was watching and when I went into full tiger mode, I scared the crap out of my niece. When my sister suggested that I be my niece’s tutor, she almost cried. But [...]
First allow me to breathe a sigh of relief….haaaaaaaaa!!! Sometime last December, Gaby had her day with the Brits. And when I say Brits, I mean the examiners and staff of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music or ABRSM. The school where Gaby takes voice and guitar lessons is affiliated with the [...]
In the midst of reviewing for the final exams, I realized one thing….my temper was totally out of whack. I don’t know if its my hormones or if what my family has been saying is true. I’m temperamental. So much so that sometimes I feel like slamming my foot on some door kick plates…if only [...]
Its been 2 weeks since Halloween but the house is still feeling the buzz of the holiday. Blame it on the props that are still visible. Nope, not outside. Part of the kids’ costumes now adorn some of our home decor. Our stone Buddha is now in a wig and our Buddha head is wearing [...]
For the last few months, Gaby has been enjoying her voice classes immensely. This isn’t the first time she has taken music classes. Her first music class was in the summer of 2009 and this is when she discovered her innate love for music and singing. This really wasn’t a big surprise because even as [...]
Once upon a time, there was an art called letter writing and sending mail via the mail man or air mail. This involved a sheet of paper, a pen, an envelope and some stamps. Gone are those days. Today, mail is sent via email and messages are sent via text messaging. And Facebook makes connecting [...]
As a parent, I worry about my kids’ future careers. Despite the fact that I told myself that I wouldn’t impose my dreams for them regarding what they will be when they grow up, I sometimes find myself insisting on certain paths. Yes, I do it consciously…so sue me! You can’t blame me, I see [...]
On the way to school yesterday, the kids and I had a small discussion on Zodiac signs. Gaby, believe it or not, is becoming quite an astrological enthusiast….among other things. Gaby : Mama, are you a Cancer? Me : Yup, I am. Gaby : How about Papa? Me : He’s a Taurus.
Pre-election discussion between me and my future politico… Me : Ate, is Adi popular in class? Kasi she has to be popular para she can win in the election. Gaby: Yah, she’s like a superstar nga eh. Everyone knows her there. Everyone’s saying “ADRIANA, ADRIANA!!” when they see her. Me : Wow naman!! Siguro she’s [...]
Last Monday, my youngest daughter proudly announced that she was one of the nominees for class officer. This means that she stands the chance to be elected Class President!! Woot!! And this comes on the heels of her being assigned as Class Marshall at the beginning of the school year. The Class Marshall is the [...]
The last couple of weeks brought rains…rains…and more rains. As a matter of fact, the 2nd day of school was suspended due to floods brought about by rains. I really can’t complain. We live in a tropical country and this time of the year is rainy season. And with kids who are sometimes caught unaware [...]
We are officially on school mode already. And the kids are ecstatic. It means they get to see their friends again and it means they get to enjoy an allowance. Especially Gaby who still has to learn the meaning of budgeting. Upon being given her weekly allowance she immediately treated a couple of friends to [...]
The one thing about home-making that I learned from my father is basic home repairs. My dad had a tool box that would put any plumber to shame. Truth be told, he had enough tools to put an electrician and mechanic out of business. I remember he had this huge wooden barrel slash bar that [...]
Since the kids are on vacation already, I have enrolled them in several activities to keep them busy. We, in accordance with the kids’ wishes, have signed them up in activities that will work their mind and their talents. Much as I would like to have them take more physical activities, they prefer otherwise. I’ll [...]
Its been a week since we visited the DFA for the renewal of the kids’ passports. Since they’re minors, I had to go with them. Everyone had been telling us that it was easy to do but we didn’t want to take our chances. We used a travel agent to help us out. All we [...]
Recently my eldest kid and a playmate had a heated conversation about their parents’ jobs. Fortunately, both their fathers happen to be lawyers but the conversation centered mostly on what their Mom’s did for a living. When asked what her Mom does, my kid simply answered, “She’s the President. She’s the boss of everything.” Pretty [...]
Yessiree!! 3 more weeks of waking up early left before we officially declare it Summer extravaganza here in our parts. But all this doesn’t come without a price. Before we can even think about slathering on our sunblock and catching some sun…we have to study…hard. Exams, of course. I’m currently making the reviewers for both [...]
After my previous post on my little girls helping me out in the garden, my garden went into overdrive. My flowers started blooming furiously and the basil plants in my plant stands all but turned into thick bushes. So I hired them once again to help me at harvest time. Nothing beats the smell of [...]
Woke up this morning early to prepare a special batch of chocolate pancakes for my kids….plain for me, of course. Little did I know that they had something up their sleeves for Valentine’s day. With the able help of Yaya Minda, they created lovely little bouquets using flowers from the garden. Gaby put her bouquet [...]
One cool and sunny Sunday morning, I decided to teach my kids a thing or two on organic gardening. My plants were in serious need of some pampering so I pulled out several bags of used up coffee grinds from Starbucks and had them help me scatter the grinds in the garden. For them it [...]
I’ve always believed in the reward system. Call it the capitalist in me but why would you want to do anything without getting some form of remuneration at the end of a successful job. Right? Even kids are prey to this system. Although in their case, not all jobs are rewarded. Say for instance cleaning [...]
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