Sturya Highlights
Welcome to Sturya Highlights a captivating exploration of living life to the fullest through the power of storytelling. In this category, we delve into the multifaceted aspects of our daily lives, offering insights, inspiration, and practical tips to enhance every facet of your lifestyle.
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Cheers to Five Years!
Did you know that we almost didn’t get married 5 years ago? My husband and I still laugh at it including the other happy memories on our special day. But before I dive into that thrilling detail, let me share with you how I met Jan Ray (this is probably my version of How I Met Your Father 🤣). He Had Me at Hello We met through mutual friends: my…
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How Jean Found True Love on a Plane: 7 Lessons for a Happy Marriage
“It all started with ‘Hi and Hello.’” As soon as Jean Cabatingan-Moore began narrating her story, it felt like I was watching the plot unfold straight out of a romantic movie. I couldn’t help but be reminded of the movie, “Love at First Sight.” Jean was on her way back home for the holidays, and the hour-long flight from Manila to Bohol was the last leg of the trip before…
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5 Lessons I Learned When My Dad Was in the ICU
The past month was undoubtedly a roller coaster ride full of challenges and emotional distress for me and my family. My dad was rushed to the hospital with a critical condition, and after a week, his condition worsened. We decided to transfer to another facility since we could no longer afford the bills. We spent another week at a government hospital and tried to remain resilient and optimistic throughout this…
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A Glimpse of Cebu’s Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark
Despite the strong, cold gusts of Super Typhoon Egay (Doksuri) ravaging the whole country, the cold weather didn’t stop vacationers from enjoying countless dips and dives at the Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. When we stepped into this luxury family destination, I was eager to see what this 5-star hotel and resort offered to what seemed like an unending drive of tourists (mostly Koreans). Thanks to…
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Seven Breastfeeding Tips For First-time Moms, As Told By A Lactation Consultant
Breastfeeding is one obstacle many mothers find challenging to master, and I couldn’t agree more! As a first-time mom, I also had ups and downs trying to produce milk for my little one. The first month was a rollercoaster ride, but thanks to lactation consultant Janice Bustamante-Aton, I was able to sail through this new journey with ease. Every August, we celebrate National Breastfeeding Month. I had the privilege of speaking with…
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Celebrating Fatherhood: A Tribute to the Unsung Heroes
Today, we celebrate a momentous day for the unsung heroes who have played a significant role in our lives–the fathers. They have been the backbone of our families, the ones who have worked day and night to provide for us, and the source of strength and the amusing (and sometimes corny) dad jokes that hold everything together. On this Father’s Day, let’s pay tribute to the remarkable contributions fathers have…
