It's been two months since I started embracing a new way of life called Minimalism. I am a Filipina striving to put everything in order and appreciate things/people that add value to my life. There are many pros and cons of this new lifestyle, friends. But then, I am learning little by little and I … Continue reading What I’ve Learned from Minimalism
Category: PERSONAL
2017: A Year of Possibilities
2017 is over. We are all heading to an exciting 2018. But, before I finally let go of this year, I'd like to write a recap of what 2017 has brought me. In terms of professional development, 2017 has brought me opportunities to learn and experience new stuff. Also, I love how this year taught … Continue reading 2017: A Year of Possibilities
How I Do My Daily Catholic Devotion
When I was in college, my classmates used to ask me, "Are you really Catholic? I’ve never seen an active Catholic before." (By active, they meant active participation in the parish aside from attending the Mass every Sunday.) I smiled because this had been one of the misconceptions about Catholic Youth. There's no wrong … Continue reading How I Do My Daily Catholic Devotion
How God funded my Bicol Trip!
Our parish conducts annual pilgrimage in the most notable church sites in the Philippines. We've been to Bataan, Batangas, Tarlac, Cavite, and as far as Vigan and Pangasinan. As our destination seems so distant, the pilgrimage fee becomes more expensive as well. This year's pilgrimage is in Bicol, Our Lady of Penafrancia. My grandmother and … Continue reading How God funded my Bicol Trip!
A Month with First Graders
Imagine yourself teaching 32 five-year old students. Sounds fun, right? Two years ago, I resigned in my first school simply because I was asked to teach sixth graders. I got hired to my second school to teach the same grade level. After a year, I got transferred to fourth grade. This year, I was asked … Continue reading A Month with First Graders
How I came up with Paano Mag-move on
When my editor first called me, his first question was, "Kim, paano mag-move on?" Of course, I startled. The question was so corny. But as he spoke, he explained that their creative team decided to publish that manuscript as well. Paano Mag-move on is my first non-fictional book published under St. Paul's. It is filled … Continue reading How I came up with Paano Mag-move on
Blissful 2016: A Review of Ups and Downs
My 2016 Review 2016 was filled with ups and downs. Its unique trail towards happiness reminded me to be strong and still. God’s presence and protection made me realize how great it was to be serving for Him. Indeed, 2016 taught me a lot of things. Here’s a quick review of my year. Jam-packed January … Continue reading Blissful 2016: A Review of Ups and Downs
10 Must-Read Books from Precious
Precious Hearts Romance has established itself in delivering youthful stories to its various readers. With its romance stories, it has captured the hearts of every Filipina. Nonetheless, this publishing company never fails to explore new stuff in the field of publishing. Thus, this has been the very main reason why they come up with a … Continue reading 10 Must-Read Books from Precious
5 Relatable Moments in MIBF 2016
Book Signing and Launching, Meetups, Wattpad, and Press Releases- This perfectly summed up Manila International Book Fair. MIBF 2016 succeeded in making all bookworms unite. With its exciting events and overwhelming surprises, MIBF 2016 truly achieved its goals in sending the joy of reading for everyone. It started in September 14 and ended in September 18. This … Continue reading 5 Relatable Moments in MIBF 2016
Fun-Filled September
There's no need to wake me up when September ends because I don't want to sleep for there are tons of things which excite me this month. September is surely a month to look forward to. It has given me a month that is filled with new experience and thrills. Excitement? Yes! Bongga. I have been drooling … Continue reading Fun-Filled September