What We Chose Instead of a Japan or Europe Trip (A year-end story about choosing home, nervous-system peace, and slow abundance)

December 30, 2025Leave a comment

I’ve carried this story quietly for a long time…

Ever since we moved to Oslob in 2021, I’ve been holding an ache I didn’t always know how to name — the ache of leaving a home I loved.

Letting go of our Alabang townhouse broke my heart in ways I didn’t expect. We left because life required it: farming plans, business decisions, homeschooling, practicality, survival.

And since then, we’ve never really gone back, except for a short visit two years ago that only reminded me of what we had left behind.

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I’m Writing Again—Even If I’m Not at 100%

December 14, 2025December 14, 2025Leave a comment

I haven’t blogged in a long time.

Not because I didn’t have things to say…
but because I kept waiting to feel ready.

I told myself I would write again when my energy was back to 100%.
…When my emotions were settled.
…When my health felt more stable.
…When life felt lighter.

But the truth is…

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When October Doesn’t Feel Like October

October 3, 2025October 3, 20251 Comment

Last month, I was in such a different place.

September felt hopeful. I had just celebrated reaching my financial goal way ahead of schedule — in August, no less! 🥂 I remember feeling proud, grateful, and full of energy. I even wrote about my excitement to finally start doing things differently. I wanted to create from a place of joy. I aimed to explore projects that truly spark something in me.

I thought October would be the month I’d ride that wave of momentum.

But here I am… and it doesn’t feel that way at all.

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Designing a Life of Intention: Why I’m Slowing Down to Build Something That Lasts

September 10, 20252 Comments

Lately, I’ve been feeling a shift. Not the kind you shout about online or celebrate with a champagne pop. But the kind that whispers gently: “There’s a new way to live, love, and lead. And it begins with less noise, more intention.”

If you’ve followed my journey, you know I’ve always worn many hats—entrepreneur, creative, homeschooling mama, wife, storyteller. For years, I’ve built and juggled, dreamed and delivered, crafted strategies while navigating motherhood and womanhood.

But recently, I realized something:
I don’t want to keep up. I want to go deep.

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Why I’m Getting Serious About Vlogging and Podcasting in 2025

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Leave a comment

When 2024 ended, I called it “a year of growth, celebration, and dreams taking shape.” (Read it here).

Then in February this year, I wrote about how it was “the month I finally chose me.” (You can read that post here)—and that choice changed everything. I started saying no to things that drained me. I began saying yes to what felt aligned. I started reclaiming not just my time and energy but also my sense of self.

Now, as September begins, I feel another shift. A new season. A new intention.

And one of my biggest goals for the rest of 2025 is this:

👉 I want to finally take my vlogging seriously. I might even launch a podcast dedicated to self-help, productivity, VA life, and designing a life you love.

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Why I Left My High-Paying Government Job: A Personal Story of Privilege, Integrity, and Choosing Simplicity

August 30, 2025August 30, 2025Leave a comment

📌 Editor’s Note:

This post was written in August 2025, during a time of intense public discourse in the Philippines around government corruption, political dynasties, and ongoing lifestyle checks on public officials and their families. It is a personal reflection anchored in the national conversation—one that continues to evolve.

I don’t usually talk about politics. But today, I will.

More than two decades ago, I worked in a large government agency. I was 24-29 years old, earning a salary most people my age could only dream of. My position was high, my pay was even higher—equivalent to that of a VP or top-level manager.

How did I get there?

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How I Reached My Financial Milestone Without Sacrificing Health

August 29, 2025August 29, 20254 Comments

I Hit My Big Financial Goal—5 Months Ahead of Schedule!

When this year started, I wrote down a quiet, deeply personal goal.

It wasn’t about going viral or building an empire. It wasn’t even something I shared with a lot of people.

It was simply this:
To reach a financial milestone I had never hit before.
By December 31, 2025.

At the time, it felt impossible. Insurmountable.
But as of August 2, I’ve done it—five months early.
And I’m still in awe.

I’m 47. And for the first time…

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Why Slow Travel Just Works Better for Kids

June 25, 2025June 25, 2025Leave a comment

Okay, so here’s the thing about family vacations. They sound magical in your head, the kids are smiling, everyone is bonding, maybe even a sunset in the background. But then you blink, and you’re sweating through a zoo map, your kids are being picky eaters, someone’s crying about their shoes, and you haven’t eaten since breakfast. Now, does any of this sound familiar? Well, it’s not you. It’s not the kids. It’s the pace.

Yep, you read that right, so that’s where slow travel comes in and quietly saves the whole trip. A lot of parents make the mistake of thinking they can cram everything into one trip. Now, sure, you might have been able to do that before having kids, but it doesn’t exactly work that way once you have a family of your own. But how?

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Why Investing In Land And Property Makes So Much Sense (As A Filipina)

May 31, 2025Leave a comment

The Philippines is a growing country in terms of population and the economy. And it shouldn’t come as any surprise why. Being on the ground in the country, you get the feeling that people actually like each other and want to support each other in their ventures. Young people are excited and happy, and most come from families who support and take care of them. While there may be some poverty left in some areas, the vast majority of people feel like they are part of a community and want to join in with everything that’s happening in the country.

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Fun & Brain-Boosting Online Games for Kids and Adults Alike

March 2, 20251 Comment

As a homeschooling mom who spends a lot of time curating engaging yet educational activities for my son, I’m always on the lookout for games that are both fun and beneficial. While browsing online, I stumbled upon CulinarySchools.org, a site that offers a variety of online games catering to different age groups and interests. What intrigued me the most was the range of brain games, puzzles, and even sports-themed games that go beyond just entertainment—they also help with cognitive skills, problem-solving, and coordination!

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February: The Month I Finally Choose Me

January 31, 2025February 1, 20252 Comments

February has always been a special month for me—not just because it’s my birth month, but because it’s a time when I reflect on where I am in life, what I’ve given, what I’ve lost, and what I still need to do for myself. This year, as I turn 47, I am making a conscious decision: I am focusing on me.

For as long as I can remember, I have been generous to a fault. I give—sometimes more than I should. I sacrifice my wants, my needs, my dreams for the people I love. It’s in my nature. But over the years, I’ve learned, through painful lessons and small victories, that boundaries matter. I’ve learned to say no. I’ve learned to delete toxic people from my life. Yet, I still find myself putting others first too often. And the truth is, I haven’t done enough for myself.

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