As they say, sometimes it is necessary for us to get out of our comfort zone in order to grow. Sometimes, in order to grow professionally and personally, we have to go to a totally new environment and learn about new things.
Everyone needs training. There is always room for growth and improvement. And I think […]
I was browsing through some blogs we have syndicated at Philippines Today and I happened to read Jessica Zafra’s post about Ninoy Aquino’s 25th death anniversary being commemorated today, August 21. I was really surprised to realize that it has indeed been 25 years since then.
Where was I twenty five years ago today? Well, I […]
Been to the grocery stores lately? Then perhaps you have seen the poster above. The owl (the bird symbol of Tsukuba) is holding an eco-bag, and the announcement at the top says: レジ袋の無料配布が中止となります。 Starting from September 1, the free distribution of grocery bags will be stopped.
At the bottom part, it says: お買い物はマイバッグ持参で！Bring your own […]
When I first heard of the latest animated movie feature from Studio Ghibli, I told myself that I shouldn’t miss it on the big screen. I’m a big fan of Miyazaki, of anything Ghibli-related. It all started, of course, when I watched Spirited Away (Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi). It was unlike anything I’ve ever […]
Ever since we’ve moved into our new abode, we have grown fond of walking in the mornings (on weekends), as long as the weather permits it. And every time we go out for walks, the more I affirm to myself that moving to our current place is indeed a wise choice. I have two critical […]
When Aya came back from visiting a friend’s house, she brought home some homemade gyozas which she and and her friend prepared and cooked. This gave me an idea - how about we make our own? I mean, if a couple of kids can do it (under an adult’s supervision of course), how difficult could […]
Durian Chocolates
My sister, fresh from Malaysia, has brought us a lot of souvenirs and goodies bought in Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur. How sweet! Among the things she gave us was a box of chocolates - with a twist! Ever heard of the King of Fruit, otherwise known as durian? (How exactly this pungent-smelling, thorny fruit […]
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