First Holy Communion

The First Holy Communion is one of the highlights of our Catholic faith. It is a big deal for us. It is an achievement. It is a milestone. For Catholic girls/ladies/women, the first holy communion is the second time we get to wear white dress…

Done with school!

My title mentioned about being done and school. I really want to talk about the former. Haha 🙂 You know, when I finished my Bachelors back fourteen years ago (wow, that long already?!), I have told myself that I will never pursue any advanced degrees.…

Cancelled First Holy Communion

Cancelled First Holy Communion

Today was supposed to be a special day for Stella and her schoolmates. They were scheduled to have their First Holy Communion. They have been preparing for it since the start of school year. Sadly, due to the current global pandemic we are in, it…

Mother’s Day 2020

Today, we celebrate all the mothers and mothers at heart around the globe. A common trait they have all have is selflessness. They aren’t perfect but they sure try to do their best for their child/children. These women are incredible in their own ways. She…

Two Years

It’s been two years since the not-so-little one was born. Two years flew by and I couldn’t be any happier if it wasn’t for her arrival. Perhaps, Esther, you were born for such a time as this. Two years and I think I have to…

Stella Maris

A free-spirited, loving, helpful Kind, and caring Are what most people describe you. I couldn’t agree more But you are more than those adjectives Most especially when you are with me at home. I’ve seen you grow very closely I’ve seen the ups and downs…

Thirty-five

I turned thirty-five. A lot has happened the last ten years. There were wins and yes, losses too. I could remember how colorful the year was when I turned twenty-five. I caught myself saying, I wish this year will be the same. I hurriedly snapped…