Being stuck at home for a long period of time — no thanks to the pandemic — can be tough. And yes, cabin fever is real. Admittedly, this, coupled with stress and anxiety, can send our emotions in a downward spiral. So, what can we do with a lack...
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…or should we say Pepper POTS? Pun intended. If you know just where to look, the internet is a treasure trove for cute finds and lovely handcrafted pieces. And let’s be honest: handmade or even hand-painted pieces have quite a charm of...
Pau Gasol and his wife Catherine welcomed their newborn daughter and decided to name her Gianna, after the daughter of former Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant. Gasol announced the arrival of their baby in a post on Twitter. “Our little one has...
Cooking in the kitchen is therapeutic. An art form in itself. At least, it is for me. By preparing your own food, you have control over what to make, and in however way you want it. And the payoff lies in the results: delicious food that you can...
Article Written by Carl Dy Are you selling your property and wondering how to price it? Are you buying a property and asking if it’s overpriced? How would you know if you are selling at a good price? How can you assess if you are buying a...
Now that we’re mostly at home, one way to keep busy includes redecorating your room. And the possibilities are endless — like buying plants and various home decor. But for those who want something small, knick-knacks do the job nicely. They...
As much as possible, I try to support local brands and products. When it comes to self care items, however, it can be quite hard to find products that suit your hair type or skin type. I’ve had that difficulty for years now and always frowned...
I have been working from home for about more than five years now. Even before the pandemic erupted, work for me and my colleagues has always been remote, so to be honest, nothing much has changed for me job-wise. But as much as the work-from-home...
During this time when sickness is all around us, now more than ever, it has become so important to take care of ourselves. After all, the saying “health is wealth” is more than just another cliché. It is good health that helps us enjoy...
In the early 90s, Lourdes Punzalan started making recycled handicraft and novelty items, as well as quilted tote bags out of scrap cloth to give as gifts to her family. When people started asking about her products, she joined small bazaars and...
Shopping for a foldable sofa that is comfortable and doesn’t look like a worn-out hand-me-down can be difficult. Part of adulting is finding furniture that will make your space look good without compromising comfort. Moreover, you’d want...
From Holland to the Philippines, with love With a little over half a month in quarantine (yes, we’ve been counting), a lot of us have found ways to personalize our spaces. For plant lovers or even those lucky enough to be gifted with a green...
We all need a good 8 glasses of water to stay healthy and hydrated. Or at least, that’s what our mothers have been telling us time and time again. But with a country as hot as the Philippines, sometimes, it’s better to go a little over....
We’ve been stuck in quarantine for months now, and finding ways to keep ourselves busy and happy at home has proven to be quite a struggle. One of the best and most productive things you can do during this time is take on home decorating...
Mapapa melaMINE ka! Let’s face it. There’s just so much cute stuff being sold on the internet. And since we’re all stuck at home, a lot of us have gotten into the redecorating fever. Not the large-scale ones, mind you, but the...
Titas come in many names and forms. The ones who like their tea are called TEAtas, while the plant lovers are Plantitas. On the other hand, those who love collecting ceramics are called Platitas. And there are many more where that came from. While...
Without a doubt, baking can be a ton of fun; but do you know what would make the process even more fun? Adorable products in pink and pastel colors to brighten up your kitchen – and your baking life! That is exactly what Goodies by E has to...
Many young Filipinos are currently spending the quarantine time at home honing their skills and creativity, and finding ways to express themselves. With all of this free time on their hands, there are those who even go the extra mile when it comes...
When bored, it’s easy to get lost in the jungle of posts on Facebook. It’s a forest of memes, buy-and-sell posts, food photos, and tons more where that came from. And every so often, a few cute items catch your attention. It’s...
Talk about multi-functional! With staying at home and social distancing becoming the new normal, many people have started working out at home. Not only does this give them a sense of normalcy, but it also allows them to get in shape. Thus,...
Cleaning your home can be a tedious task but if you are armed with the right products, cleaning can be such a breeze. As a mom to a 1-year-old, it’s important for me that our home is clean. I’ve been wiping down walls, floors, toys, and...
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) recently launched a video called ‘We Salute You’ to pay tribute to the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who have been working courageously alongside Singaporeans to help keep Singapore running during the...
With school classes suspended due to the threat of COVID-19, the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) launched special Larong Atin! traditional games stamps to promote Philippine heritage and culture. The four Larong Atin! stamps feature the...
Ten-year-old Japanese boy, Ryusei Imai, is already turning into a spitting image of his idol Bruce Lee after years of intense training to get the muscular body and toned abs that he has now. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dragon...
These past few months took a toll on our accustomed “normal”. Our plans were bulldozed, most of us are forced to work from home, and small gestures like shaking hands are now considered taboo. Due to required isolation and social distancing,...