Last few weeks ago, it was in the middle of the week and I am stressed out. Work was piling up, mommies duties are calling and life in general was on the way of everything. I needed a pause on everything, even for one night. I coerced my husband in a one-night of breaking the rules and do something fun. He indulge me in my midweek fun. I don't want to do something absolutely crazy, just some fun to shake off my stressful week. And of course, nothing permanent. No tattoos. (just yet!) So, I … [Read more...]
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN MELBOURNE
Melbourne is a beautiful city with a multitude of attractions for both tourists and locals. It has all of the standard things to see that you can find in major cities around the world, but also has some very unique places and events that are specific to them. Whether you want to check out some cricket matches or cruise one of the many national parks, Melbourne probably has something that you will find interesting. Image Credit: Pixabay Let's take a look at 10 of the top things to do in … [Read more...]
CREATIVE GIFT IDEAS FOR THOSE RAN OUT OF GIFT IDEAS
One of the hardest thing to do is looking for gift ideas when you just run out of ideas. My brain is fried from overthinking at work and handling domestic stuff at home, I couldn't think of a great gift to give my officemate to congratulate her achievement in her career. I went to the mall and was so overwhelmed with the various choices and none of it seems original or memorable. On top of it, my son's birthday is coming soon by the end of the month. I need to buy birthday pouches to giveaway … [Read more...]
PLANNING MY DREAM WEDDING IN THE PHILIPPINES WHILE WORKING IN SINGAPORE
Planning weddings can be fun but it can be challenging too. Take it from someone who went to Singapore in 2012, engaged and planning for a wedding with her fiancé back home in the Philippines. My fiancé-now-husband and I indeed had a lot of fun planning for a wedding even when we were miles apart. Yes, there were a few challenges along the way considering we have to coordinate with wedding suppliers through emails and me, not being physically there during meetings for the wedding planning. … [Read more...]
FLOWERS FOR A BETTER DAY
Is there anyone who doesn’t love fresh flowers? Let’s be real, there’s nothing as inspiring and refreshing as fresh flowers in your home. It’s that special touch to your décor that is almost as inviting as a fresh batch of baked cookies. Almost. Singapore is bustling with florists who are doing their best to find their way into your hands and homes, with arrangement, bouquets and special offers to sweeten and close the deal. My favourite, however, so far has been A Better Florist. This team of … [Read more...]
RETRO PASTELS TO CHANNEL THE 1950s HOME AND CONDO DESIGN
Our surroundings have a strong impact on our mental health. Today, urban planners and architects are studying ways on how to use urban designs to curb anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders among urban dwellers. Studies show that people living in cities have more than 20 percent increased risk of anxiety, almost 40 percent of depression, and double the risk of developing schizophrenia than their rural peers. The UK’s Design Council lists overloading as one of the culprits. “The … [Read more...]