Well, folks, it finally happened. The long-overdue night out with Jusha is now a glorious (and slightly hazy) memory. Ever since Yui was born, Ralph and I have been locked into full-on grandparent mode. Fun? What’s that again? Oh yeah, clubbing! But when you’ve got…
Why I Just Had to Turn Off Salem’s Lot (And Hold My Pee)
So, I just made the brilliant decision to watch the newly premiered Salem’s Lot on HBO Go. Let me tell you—it didn’t take long before I hit pause and bailed. The suspense was next-level, and don’t even get me started on the vampires. I thought ...
Hinigaran’s Big Break: Metro Gaisano is Opening Soon!
Hinigaran may still be a small town, but it’s definitely making some big moves lately. With Mayor Nadie Arceo at the helm, there’s been an influx of new businesses popping up, and soon we’re getting our very own Metro Gaisano! Yep, you heard that right! ...
Happy 3 Months Baby Yui!
Can you believe it? Our little Yui is already 3 months old today! 🎉 Time is flying by so fast – from tiny newborn snuggles to all the smiles, coos, and wiggles. She’s officially the queen of cuteness around here, and we’re soaking up every…
Drifting In Silence
One night, under soft lights and laughter, we drifted into a night meant for celebration. Joy danced on the air like whispers, but my heart? It was a quiet observer, watching him orbit a sun that wasn’t me. She, with her grace like morning dew, ...
The Dhaba & Daily Prana’s 2024 Anniversary: A Night to Remember!
This year's anniversary celebration of The Dhaba and Daily Prana was nothing short of epic! We left Hinigaran around 1 pm and checked into Sukro Hotel before heading to David’s Salon. What was supposed to be Ralph’s haircut turned into me getting my hair layered ...
Rain, Rain, Please Go—But Don’t Bring Back the Heat!
Today marks the fifth (yes, fifth!) consecutive day of heavy rain, and I’m starting to forget what a dry window even looks like. It’s like we’ve completely swapped the scorching heat from a few months ago for a rain-soaked monsoon marathon. Don’t get me wrong—I’m…
Full Circle: Everyone’s Lola Thelma
Life has this funny way of coming full circle. Meet my aunt Thelma Camion, my father's second cousin, who was once Ken's babysitter back when he was just a little bundle of energy. Fast forward to today, aunt Thelma recently visited her daughter, Jenjen (who's ...
Opening Up: The Fine Line Between Venting and Oversharing in a Relationship
The last couple of days have been rough. I’m not going to sugarcoat it. Two nights ago, my husband and I had this huge, explosive fight. He was drunk and I was very defensive, and it was… awful. I can’t even begin to go over ...
Ninja Van’s Tall Tales: When Delivery Attempts Exist Only in Their Imaginations
Let’s talk about the utter madness of Ninja Van Philippines. My husband orders this absolutely gorgeous 50mm-90mm Natural Clear Quartz Ball from Etsy—a crystal he’s been dreaming of but using my account. Shipped from China by SF Express, all was smooth until it landed in…
That Time We Ate So Much at Italianni’s, We Couldn’t Move
So, Ralph and I decided we needed to treat ourselves because, obviously, eating good food is basically a life requirement. Last Saturday, we ventured to Italianni’s Restaurant in Ayala Mall, part of the Bistro Group, because Ralph was in an "Italian mood." (Apparently, our usual ...
The Fine Line Between Connection and Comparison
Today was supposed to be one of those peaceful Sundays—a day meant for recharging and finding some semblance of balance before diving headfirst into another week. I had my usual massage session, and let me tell you, I could not be more grateful for my ...
The Beautiful Chaos of Life After Yui’s Arrival
Let me tell you, nothing could have prepared us for the whirlwind that is our little Yui. Since the moment she made her dramatic entrance into our lives—because, of course, our girl couldn’t just arrive quietly—everything has turned upside down in the best possible way….
The Grand Finale: How a Nurse from Station 11 Turned Our Hospital Stay into a Nightmare
So here we are, folks, at the third and (hopefully) final installment of our epic hospital saga. Grab your popcorn because this episode has more drama than a daytime soap opera. Our lovely Lady Jenn finally gave birth to a premature but fierce little girl. ...
Here Comes Monday: The Rollercoaster Ride and the Birth of Yui Raphielle
Monday dawned with the familiar fog of sleep deprivation. Ralph and I barely caught a wink all night. Lady Jenn's labor pains were relentless, but any attempt to push was restricted. My desperation drove me to contact Dr. Evelyn Reinoso late Sunday night, begging for ...