Blog under reno…
This blog, Under One Roof, will get a much-needed lift. It is currently undergoing renovation, an upgrade here and there, tinkering of colors everywhere, and some TLC. I will retain the theme but some...
View ArticleLeader of the band
I attended an event and a band played the song The Leader of the Band. That song makes me emotional whenever, wherever it is played. Do you know why? I associate that song to my paternal grandfather...
View ArticleCustom-made furniture.
My sister R and I were talking last night about how we couldn’t find a decent master carpenter who can help us with the custom-made furniture we have in mind. First of all, we want to have a...
View ArticleSunlight streaming in…
Obviously, I love a house with sunlight streaming in almost every room in it. Aside from the fact that it will save me a lot of money on electricity costs, sunlight inside the house also symbolizes...
View ArticleKitchen reno on hold.
I am sad that our plan to renovate our kitchen is now put on hold. Some important things took place and what I was setting aside to fund the kitchen reno was used to pay for those things. I thought I...
View ArticleA father’s heartbreak.
Have you read about the arrest of Jackie Chan‘s son on possession of prohibited substance? It happened just yesterday, if I am not mistaken. Jackie’s son, Jaycee, along with a friend who is a Chinese...
View ArticleA new home.
I am praying from the bottom of my heart, wishing, hoping, calling on all the saints and angels up in heaven that we be able to find a new home, move into it, before this year ends. We just want a...
View ArticleA clean and walk-able sidewalk
It’s something I’ve been dreaming of for the longest time… a clean and walk-able sidewalk. A place where we can walk peacefully. A sidewalk that is not wet unless it rained. A sidewalk that is clean of...
View ArticleDisappointment and neighbors.
Disappointments are NOT meant to destroy you. They are meant to strengthen you. I am a very nice person. I actually try to please everyone around me as much as I can. I don’t like arguments,...
View ArticleBeing the older sister
I never stop being the older sister when it comes to my siblings. When my sisters encounter a difficulty, even if they don’t tell me about it, I feel it when they arrive from work. I know when they sit...
View ArticleReading and us
One of the things I have in common with my sisters is that we all love to read. It’s only the intensity that varies. What I mean is that my sister Rox and I are the ones who read the most, and as often...
View ArticleAdobong Pata
When I was a kid, a Sunday becomes special to the whole family when my mom would cook adobong pata (pork leg adobo). I come from a middle class family who regards expensive pork leg adobo and rice as a...
View ArticleEasily pleased
Our family is very mababaw. Easily pleased, that is. Even a picnic somewhere is a big deal for us already. We can hang out at a comfy place and talk to whole day away. We can be like that most of the...
View ArticleBlind
Have you heard of this song Blind by Lifehouse? If you haven’t yet, here’s the video of the song and if you have a few minutes to spare, watch and listen… Let me tell you what the song says. Blind is...
View ArticleHow do you choose godparents?
In our family, we usually get relatives who are close to us as godparents to the little ones. It makes sense considering the godparents act as second parents to the kids. Imagine getting a co-worker as...
View ArticleSundays
We spend our Sundays at home. We often spend it catching up on the events of the past week and doing DVD marathon. We just spend it together as much as possible. Sunday is a family day to us. I know...
View ArticleA prayer
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness,...
View ArticleComing from a large family
When you come from a big family, it becomes imperative that you stay strong. Otherwise, you will be eaten alive by your stronger siblings. I know that for a fact because my dad came from a big family....
View ArticleA bountiful 2015 to all!!!
Here’s to a bountiful 2015 for all of us. It’s time to focus more on the core of society which is the family. We want change? Then, start within our selves! Start at home and spread outward. My goal...
View ArticleHappy sisters
I’d probably be the happiest person in the world if I can see my sisters this happy! In our family, we don’t need so much money to be happy. We just want everyone healthy. And no bad bosses to ruin our...
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