Family
Starting a family and trying to figure out this new chapter with a new home, children and adulting can be daunting, but these topics can perhaps lend a helping hand in navigating this journey.
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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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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…