Morong Beach and Sunsets: Bataan’s Other Best Kept Secrets
Bataan is perhaps best known for the 1,787-foot Mt. Samat, the seat of…
Author: Gretchen Filart
Gretchen is a Best of the Net and Pushcart Prize-nominated poet and essayist from the Philippines, where she embraces life while managing bipolar disorder and ADHD. Her confessional pieces unpack the complexities of grief, healing, motherhood, love, and intersections, garnering recognition from the Greg Grummer Poetry Contest and Navigator's Travel Writing Competition.
Hunger
I am hungry as I write this. Starving is more like it, but…
A Ballerina Themed First Birthday Party: Suppliers and the Lowdown
It all started with a tutu. Then Pinterest happened, magnifying my penchant for…
Low-Cost Holiday Hotspots
Whether you’re looking for budget-friendly escapes or last-minute holiday offers, there are more…
How to Make a Ballerina Tutu Wreath
Last April 6, we celebrated Lia’s post-first birthday Ballerina bash. I crafted a…
Finally, Lolo Dad’s Cafe
As a former Manilena, Lolo Dad’s Cafe was a usual sight that beckoned…
First birthdays and melodramatic moms (And some ballerina-themed DIYs)
This day in 2012, I was half-sedated, half-awake as my OB-GYN tells me,…
What You Should Know Before Heading On A Cruise
I’m sorry, but I can’t help but hate you just a little if…
Splash Mountain Resort, Laguna
The long Holy Weekend. What could ever be more relaxing than 4 straight…
This Explorer Made it to the My Favorite Book Awards 2012!
Clad in my usual baggy mom shirt and shorts as I tend to…
Top Taste Experiences in Singapore
Singapore is a food-lover’s paradise. From traditional Indian specialties to innovative Spanish tapas,…
A walk back into time: Corregidor Island, Cavite
*One thing you don’t know about the Dublin household is that its queen…
Foodtrip Friday: Cello’s Doughnuts & Dips
Few months back, I spotted a CashCashPinoy deal for Cello’s Doughnuts & Dips…
Sassy girly accessories + 3rd Bloggersary Giveaway!
One of the most exciting things about having a little girl is the…
Electrolux HUSH Happier at Home
Ah, weekends. That time of the week for all-hell-breaks-loose partying, nice sit-down dinners…
Cheap All Inclusive Getaways: What to Expect
All inclusive cheap holidays online can sometimes seem a little bit too good…