Be it with friends or family, travel time is something I always look forward to. I especially enjoyed it as a child. I remember how the clan would take the bus and go to the hot springs or enjoy the cool breeze in Baguio. On several occasions, we went to the beaches at the far end of Roxas Boulevard. These are the memories we cherish as a family even now. After all, these trips were bonding moment ...[Read More]
What kids can learn from family TRIPS!
When Fathers Can’t Love
I grew up in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental without experiencing the love of a father. My father left my mother when I was very young. I was the eldest and we were very poor. I started to work to support my five siblings when I was only 8 years old. I engaged in different kinds of money-making schemes, both legal and illegal, so I was on the PNP’s wanted list for stealing. When I met the Lord at ...[Read More]
Maximizing Parenting
Summer break is a great opportunity for parents to get involved in their children’s lives hands-on. By this, I mean more than just taking your children for a much needed family vacation out-of-town or out-of-country. Sure, kids today get to see the world more; but be careful that they do not just see the beautiful, scenic areas of the world and miss out seeing the real events that shape the world. ...[Read More]
From My Heart (Moms 53)
Dear Readers, Summer, my favorite time of year besides Christmas, was always full of excitement when I was growing up. I didn’t always know ahead of time what my parents’ plans were for us, but I definitely knew we would have fun as a family! I will never forget one summer when my siblings and I went to the province wearing matching clothes! We looked like the Von Trapp Family from “The Sound of M ...[Read More]
Can Firecrackers Fight Evil Spirits?
by Nathan Maliwat A few weeks from now, hundreds of firecrackers will once again light the skies as we celebrate the coming New Year. Most people at the present time use firecrackers for fun, but there are those who still believe that firecrackers can actually drive away evil spirits. People in China were the first to use firecrackers in celebration of the New Year. In ancient times, they believed ...[Read More]
We can’t give new things to my kids this Christmas.
Just Asking with Peter Banzon Q: Every Christmas, I buy my children new clothes and toys. This year, our Christmas will be difficult because my husband was laid off, and has just taken a new job. How can I lift my kids’ spirits and help them not to be ashamed of not having new things this Christmas? A: Since your children are used to having new things during Christmas, they will be disappointe ...[Read More]
Decorating Your Home Inexpensively for Christmas
Article and recipe by Nina Sheryll Palad Creating a Christmas-y theme and seeing it come to fruition in our homes are easy if we have a huge living space and a budget to go with our ideas. However, for us who are working on either a tight budget or none at all, and a living area that would explode at the hint of one more ornament, transforming our space to match the season can be a major challeng ...[Read More]
Fire, Typhoon and a Faithful God
(Jay-R & Mother) Tell us something about yourself. Mommy: Taga Ormoc, Leyte ako pero edad 9 pa lang, dahil sa hirap ng buhay, sumama ako sa tiyahin ko para mamasukan sa Maynila. Dito na ako nakapag-asawa at nagkaroon kami ng apat na anak. Taong 1984 ng niyaya akong mag-Bible study ng aking boss noon na missionary at isang araw, tinanggap ko si Hesucristo sa aking buhay. Mula noon, nag-iba a ...[Read More]
Saving Money is Your Decision
By Myrna Celada-Goseso “I made only a small salary in the private school where I was teaching, nevertheless, my co-teachers and I frequently went shopping at the mall. I was an impulsive buyer. I bought branded clothes, shoes and bags because I wanted to look good when I met my students’ parents. A few years ago, my husband quit his job as an aircon technician to take care of our children. We h ...[Read More]
Giving with the Heart
By Rose Osete-Lee Gifts never fail to put a smile on my face. It is just so exciting to open them and discover what’s inside. Gifts are synonymous with the holiday season. In the past, I gave gifts because it was expected of me. I attended the wedding of a business friend a few years ago, and I gave cash as gift. I had difficulty deciding on the amount because I felt obliged to give a certain ...[Read More]