For hubby’s birthday, we didn’t have a big celebration at home. Instead, we planned a quick out-of-town trip. We took the girls on another nature adventure. This time, we visited the Sta Elena Fun Farm. It turned out to be one of our most relaxing and child-friendly trips yet. If you’re looking for a place…
Author: Gwen Llana Serrano
Gwen is a mother to two beautiful girls and runs a content writing agency, NGS Communications (www.ngscomms.com). Balancing motherhood and business, she embraces her phlegmatic nature by savoring unhurried mornings and calm weekends. Gwen also loves to travel, daydream, and sing.
Each pause has a purpose
Have you ever felt frustrated while waiting? Stuck in a season where things just don’t seem to move forward? Lately, my life has been in what I’d call a lull mode. As a mom of two, I’m still functioning on autopilot though. While so many things are still happening in my beautifully chaotic mom life,…
Eat Pizza Opens in SM Fairview
Whether it’s a Friday night treat after a long school week or a weekend lunch date in between errands, a pizza food trip is always a great family bonding idea. And here’s some exciting news for North moms and dads—Eat Pizza has just opened its newest branch at SM City Fairview! Eat Pizza Has A…
Solaire Resort North: Family Staycation for Our 10th Wedding Anniversary
My husband and I recently celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary at Solaire Resort North, and I still can’t believe it’s been a decade already! To mark this milestone, we wanted a family getaway without the hassle of leaving the city. With our eldest busy with school in the morning, an out-of-town trip just wasn’t practical….
Replaceable Except at Home
For some time now, I’ve been quietly grieving the slow death of my freelance writing career. It’s not easy to admit, but I’ve lost many of my long-time clients due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). I don’t blame them, nor do I blame the technology. In fact, I’ve seen firsthand how efficient and useful AI can…
Anko Trinoma: Discover Stylish, Affordable Finds for Every Filipino Home
Good news for shoppers in the North! The much-loved Australian home and lifestyle brand Anko has officially opened its newest and largest store in the Philippines at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City. If you’re a mom who loves one-stop shops for all things home, kids, and lifestyle, then Anko Trinoma is your next go-to destination. Stepping into Anko Trinoma feels like entering a wonderland of…
What Jaw Pain Taught Me About Stress: Dealing with Temporomandibular Joint or TMJ Disorder
Is there an object you can’t sleep without? You’d probably say blanket, pillow, or your pajamas. But for me, it’s a mouthguard. It might sound odd to most of you, but every night before I sleep, I make sure to wear a mouthguard. No, I don’t have a boxing match with Manny Pacquiao in my…
Declutter with Purpose: Where to Donate Items That No Longer Spark Joy
You might have been inspired by Marie Kondo to declutter and put your house in order. But here’s the next question: Where do you put those items that no longer spark joy? That’s always my dilemma whenever I feel the urge to declutter. I don’t want to simply throw things away and add to the…
Having Children is Not the End of Our Freedom
I often think that things are more difficult for me nowadays because I have children. I turn down work opportunities if they don’t offer the time flexibility I need as a parent. I skip adult socials because I either can’t leave the girls behind or it’s just too stressful to bring them along. I can’t…
La Jolla Bataan Review: A Family-Friendly Beach Resort Near Manila
My husband had an office team outing at La Jolla Hotel and Beach Resort, a beautiful family-friendly destination tucked away in Bagac, Bataan. And of course, our daughter and I happily tagged along—because…why not? 😄 It was our first time at La Jolla Bataan, and we were excited to experience what this beachfront haven had to offer….
Family Fun at Canyon Woods: A Kid-Friendly Getaway in Batangas
Before the hustle of another school year, our family made time for our annual bonding trip — this time at Canyon Woods Resort Club in Batangas. Coinciding with our mother’s birth month, it was the perfect opportunity to enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled holiday at this kid-friendly resort near Metro Manila. We arrived earlier than the standard 2…
What Parents Need to Know About Mpox or Monkeypox in the Philippines: A Mom’s Quick Guide
One of our biggest concerns as parents is keeping our children safe and healthy—especially with the growing number of illnesses going around these days. Just recently, I came across reports about a rise in cases of Mpox in the Philippines, particularly in parts of Mindanao, with over a dozen cases recorded this month alone. Finding…