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2011. That was the year when I finally had the strength and courage to spread my wings and leave my parents’ humble abode to go live on my own. I was scared, excited, and anxious all at the same time. There I was, an unmarried, 28 year old woman trying to build her own life […]

“ And I’ve learned That we must look inside our hearts to find A world full of love Like yours Like mine Like home…” — “HOME” is a song from the 1975 Broadway musical, The Wiz. It was written by Charlie Smalls. FINDING OUR HOME TO KEEP: THE HAPPINESS OF VERTICAL LIVING In early 2016, […]

BUILDING A HOME, BUILDING A LIFE Home has always been more than just a few sets of walls. As I look around the condominium and see the space that I’ve lived in for the past five years, I’m reminded of life over the years—of making a mess over the kitchen sink while trying to prepare […]

For thirty-nine years, I have lived in the confines of my parents’ house. I live like a princess. Everyone around me makes sure they provide everything I need from the moment I wake up until I go to bed at night. My family is not affluent but I can say I generally have a good […]

  Every new family dreams of owning their own house. Ours came true last May 2019, when our condominium unit at Brio Tower, Makati was turned over. This was an early turnover (target was November 2019) so we were pleasantly surprised when we got our notice for the unit turnover. We have been married for […]

Photo by Eugene Zhyvchik on Unsplash For Filipinos, the Christmas season starts in September when Jose Mari Chan’s songs inexplicably start chiming from speakers everywhere. Filipinos love the holidays so much that they start preparing for it when the months start rhyming with December. It’s the most anticipated time of the year, where we can […]

Are you a budding photographer? We are currently accepting submissions for our annual digital photography contest. Enter your best work, and earn cash prizes!

If you’re assigned to host this year’s potluck party, it’s easy to fret over how things will turn out. After all, you have to think about how to throw a memorable party that everyone would want to go to. But take a deep breath and relax, party host! Here are some hosting tips and tricks […]

  The holiday season in the Philippines is a much-awaited one albeit, a genuinely unique one as well. Aside from the celebration starting as early as September, the holiday season focuses on family and community. It is not an uncommon sight during this season to see families gather around in one home to celebrate together. […]

Photo by Jeniffer Araújo on Unsplash There are lots of great things to do during the weekend. One good way to spend the weekend is to plan a family vacation. This will not only strengthen your family bond, but it will also reward you with priceless benefits from spending time with your loved ones. The […]