Bringing Up Baby: Dangers Every Parent Fears And How To Prevent Them September 28, 2016 | Leave a comment When kids come into our lives, we are instantly taken by a number of emotions and a range of thoughts. We’re proud of the life we have brought into the world while at the same time hugely aware of the responsibility. Both of these feelings are important. They allow us to be sharp in protecting… Read More
Something Old Something New September 9, 2016 | 5 Comments I was in Namdaemun early this week and the cityscape displayed in front of me brings me back to Manila – Luneta, in particular. Luneta is a big park in the Philippines where the Rizal Monument stands. The Rizal Monument had been standing proud since 1913 in honor of the Philippines’ national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal.… Read More
Of Laces and Pearls and Dainty Blooms @ 40 August 31, 2016 | 22 Comments Whoever did say that Life begins at 40 must have began her 40th with much excitement and anticipation of things to come. But here’s one trivia: This phrase first specifically referred to women. It started with Mrs. Theodore Parsons’ view that women should give more attention to their diet and exercise especially when they reach the… Read More
Consciously Choosing Philippine-Made August 24, 2016 | 6 Comments I admire the way Koreans dress in Hanbok while going around Seoul. They may be going to family events like birthdays, or they may be celebrating holidays like Chuseok and Lunar New Year. I sometimes see a group of giggling girl groups. I like how they casually stroll around parks, streets and subways in their national… Read More
Make Your Garden Beautiful By Maintaining A Healthy, Green Lawn August 19, 2016 | 6 Comments The centrepiece of a stylish garden is a beautiful lawn. You want your lawn to be the right size, have the best grass and be free of any pesky weeds. Fresh grass makes your whole backyard area look lovely and clean, so keep it well maintained. Here are the things you want to do to… Read More
Your Kids Will Adore These Outdoor Home Improvements August 17, 2016 | 1 Comment When you’re an adult, you’ll hit certain points where you’ll want to do some home improvement. It may be to get a better price in the house when you sell it, or simply to make the place a little more suited to you and your family. While you and your spouse may love the last… Read More
Sacramento, The Idyllic Easy-Going Capital Of California August 16, 2016 | Leave a comment When you think of the state of California, you think of great sun, beautiful people and perhaps a culture of excess. It’s possible to enjoy the best of California while taking it a bit slower, however. The next time you’re in State, take a trip to the capital, instead. Sacramento has everything you need for… Read More
Another Schoolyear, Another First Grader August 12, 2016 | 11 Comments The family’s back here in Seoul after a 6-week summer vacation in the Philippines. It would have been great to extend a few more days had it not been for my second son’s entry to primary school. He had a New Students Orientation last 11th but classes officially start on the 16th. Yes! Our second… Read More
Up Or Out? Which Type Of Home Extension Is For Me? August 12, 2016 | Leave a comment Through the course of our lives, there are various points where we need our homes to be a little larger. Perhaps there are more kids on the way, a relative is coming to live with you for a while, or maybe you’re starting a home business or some other big project. Whatever the reason, you… Read More
Land on Your Feet with These Ideas for Your Property August 9, 2016 | 1 Comment ′Are you putting the land around your home to good use? Many people have more land than they know what to do with. Some people are happy with a few square feet, and they’re not sure how to use anything more. Selling or renting extra land is sometimes an option if you don’t want to… Read More