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It's less than a hundred days before Christmas, we're nearing the end of 2022 and I still don't have the right words to describe the year so far. It's strange, looking back this year. I feel it's better yet still stuck. I'm sure I'm not the only one.
For me, personally, I struggled with anxiety last year around August and it was probably the worst anxiety and depression. I got through it, thank God. Early this year, my mental and emotional state was challenged once more. But I tried to remember how it felt like last year, how horrible, dark and miserable I felt, and how I didn't want to be in the same boat again. I look at my kids and can't help but feel grateful. They're okay and they're healthy and we are complete. That's what kept me going. That's what keeps me going.

This year's also better because the twins are getting bigger. They're not as difficult to look after as compared when they were younger. Albeit, they wear me out and tire me more now because they're so much more active. But there was less fights and bites. Being a hands on mom, I see it all. The good, the bad, the dirty. Haha!

Even though having twin toddlers is really exhausting, I still can't help but realize that God wanted me to have this. God wanted me to experience THIS. The joy and love twins can give.

My eldest, Robyn, has been doing online school for now. Having this setup is such a lifesaver because it helped me logistically not worry how I would bring her to and from school. She's so independent now that she prepares and fixes everything she needs for school, does all her work, seldom asks me for help. She has stepped up so much and I cannot be any more prouder.

The personality of my children are also starting to show. Robyn is at that awkward age when you don't know if you're still a kid or a teen, but her love for her siblings make her want to play with them and watch Steve and Maggie with them. :) Niko, being the middle child and only boy, is my silly kulit. He always shows off, always running around, being so hyper active. But he's the clingiest to me. Nia, on the other hand, can play by herself. She has her favorite toys that she usually plays with. Sometimes she'd come to me and pull my hand to bring me to her playing spot so I'll play with her. She also follows Niko around. She copies him, whatever he does. Which is good also, considering Nia's condition. At least Niko can model speech and words to her so she can repeat them too.

Being stuck at home means more celebrations at home which I personally don't mind. I'm an introvert which may come as a shock to some. But I've always preferred talking to people who I know personally and who I'm used to, rather than talking to a large crowd or needing to do small talk. Plus the fact that I can contain the toddlers is such a big bonus too. This actually reminds me that I need to start thinking of decorations for Christmas and the twins' 3rd birthday!

My parents moved houses and moved to the same village as me, which made me sooooo sooo happy. See I've grown in the same setup before. Amma (My grandma) was always our neighbor so I was so used to having family around. When I got married and moved far from my family, it was logistically difficult but we would always visit. So now having my parents be in the same village as us means that my children will have the same experience as me. They'll have their grandparents a stone away. Visiting them is also so much easier.

Perhaps one of the big differences of 2021 and 2022 is being more mobile, and getting around a little easier. Now, we got to visit friends too! Being at home almost every single day, doing the same thing each day and not having any peace and quiet can be really draining. So being able to see my friends and talk with adults too really helps me emotionally and mentally. Remember what I said about containing the kids? Since we prefer going to each other's houses, it's so much easier to let the kids play with each other and not worry because they're just there, while the adults mingle.

We are also able to bring the kids out more. Most of the time it's just the 5 of us. Hubs, me and the kids. We've let them go to Timezone twice and both times they enjoyed a lot. These are the things that the twins have never experienced before and I know that somehow these experiences will help them in the future too. I know this because I see how Robyn is now. And I know that it's because of all the experiences, environment and places we've brought her.

What is with sons? Are they really sweeter than daughters? Niko is the sweetest out of my three children. Not saying that my daughters are not sweet, but Niko is the clingiest for sure. He would always go to me, hug me, or just be near me. Sometimes it can get annoying especially when I'm trying to rest but I always remind myself to treasure this time. Because in a few years, he would not want to do it again. Haha! Nia is clingier to my husband. Everytime the hubs come home, she's right behind him!

Because of Tiktok, I've been seeing kids play instruments and realized that Music will truly help Nia's condition. Music can train her to listen more. I know that it will help her in the future. And coincidentally, my sister in law came to visit and bought a keyboard/piano here for her daughter. We talked about piano because that's what I would want for Nia to learn when she's older. My SIL mentioned that she plans to resell the piano that she bought when they go back to Canada so she asked me if I'd want to have it instead. I agreed immediately because I thought Robyn would want to learn too.

So Robyn has already started her piano class. Obviously, she's lazy. Haha! And she'd say she doesn't want to anymore. But I expected it from her, that's how she is at first. I really feel like she'll learn discipline with playing the piano and I also want to expose her to different hobbies and activities aside from just using her iPad the whole day! For now she's doing 2 sessions a week. Let's hope that it will finally interest her and get her excited for class everytime. :)

Dates with the hubs is very sporadic, but we do grocery runs together. So I remember he told me to treat grocery runs as date days already. Haha! I love having alone times with my husband, away from the noise of the kids. We always have deep conversations about life, dreams, plans, anything. And I learn so much from him. I think that's one thing that made me fall in love with him. He is so wise. And even though it seems like we're so different and opposites from the outside, we have the same values and beliefs that just make "us" work. We are celebrating our 13th wedding anniversary this month and it's our 20th year together. Can you believe it?

As for me, I have good days and bad days. Most of my bad days are brought about by stress and exhaustion, nothing too serious. I learned to take it a day at a time because of the pandemic. There are so many things I want to do, but I just can't right now and I'm learning to be okay with it. Grace, I give myself grace.

Unfortunately, we also caught the bug and tested positive for Covid. We are still recovering and everybody seems to have less and less symptoms, thank you God. For the kids and I, there's really not much difference since we're pretty much always just at home. My husband, on the other hand, had to stay home and not report for work so that he won't infect other people. I'm sure it's very very very difficult for him, but he knows it's best. So keep us in your prayers that we will test negative soon. :)

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My me time is usually when I get to take a bath in peace every night. That's my alone time, and I truly treasure those times. I admit not every night is the same, some, I still have to move fast because the twins are calling me or someone still needs mom. But there are times I can spend a little bit more on myself and that's when I whip out my masks.

One of my favorite masks is the L'Oreal Pure Clay Mask Anti-Pores. It is an indulgent and creamy cleansing treatment mask that purifies and mattifies skin in 10 minutes.

It claims to deeply penetrate skin to remove impurities and unclog pores; minimize the look of blemishes and imperfections; refreshes, clarifies, and soothes with eucalyptus; formulated with 3 pure clays including kaolin, montmorillonite (a creamy green clay know for its purifying and rebalancing properties), and Moroccan lava clay. It is also infused with rosemary extract to purify skin.

Because of excess sebum and dirt, our pores get clogged easily which make it appear bigger and also causes breakouts and pimples. Masks like this help clean out the pores and help maintain it. Since I have combination skin, my nose, forehead and cheeks always get oily, thus, making my pores look huge on those areas!

Why do I love this? Here are some of the immediate results that I noticed right away. I really enjoy seeing the mask mattify on my skin. It has a minty cool feeling while setting, then there's also a very good tightening feeling once it starts to dry. When I remove it with a damp cloth, I could see that it did smoothen out my big pores. I wouldn't say it's minimized permanently, but it definitely "looks" flatter and smaller.

The L'Oreal Pure Clay Mask Anti-Pores also softens the skin. I love how my skin feels everytime I remove the mask. I also find that it if you use a soft wash cloth with warm water when removing the mask, it also gently exfoliates the skin and eliminates the dead skin cells on top. Last but not least, I find that my skin looks brighter after using this Anti-Pores mask.

Overall, this is one of the masks that I continue to use and recommend. I'm sure that a lot of will you will be happy to know that it's easily accessible and is reasonably priced too. If you have tried it, do share your experience with me as well.

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Ready to meet the Bobble?

Jellytime's First Pleasure Toy

(Priced at P1,199.00)

From the creators of Jellytime, comes their newest pleasure toy, Bobble. The Bobble is designed with a bulbous head that comes with 10 different vibration frequencies. It is made with silicone-material, is Waterproof, USB chargeable and has a battery life of 50 minutes per charge.

Here are some FAQs that will help you enjoy the Bobble better.

1. How do you turn it on/off? The Bobble is designed to be very intuitive. It's just one button. Hold it down for 2 seconds to turn it on and hold it down another 2 seconds to turn it off. To switch to different frequencies, click on the same button while the toy is on.

2. How do I wash it?

Bobble is waterproof and can be washed with running water and mild soap.

3. How do I store it properly?

After washing your Bobble with water and mild soap, it is important to dry your pleasure toy thoroughly. After, place it inside the pouch it comes with. Store in a cool and dry place.

4. Is it safe to use for all skin types?

The bobble is safe for all skin types for as long as you are not allergic to silicone material.

5. Is this a dildo? What is the difference between a dildo and a vibrator?

A vibrator is intended to stimulate external erogenous areas, while a dildo is designed to penetrate intimate areas that is pleasurable for you.

6. What are the types of lube compatible to the Bobble?

You can use water-based and oil-based lubes. Do not use silicone based lubes as it will deteriorate the silicone material of the Bobble. For maximum pleasure, we recommend using Jellytime's natural water-based personal lubricant.

7. Where can I get a replacement for my charger?

You can purchase the Bobble charger on www.itsjellytime.com or you may email us at hello@itsjellytime.com

8. Is the Bobble waterproof or water-resistant?

The Bobble is waterproof and can stay protected against low pressure water stream coming from any angle. Yes you can enjoy it while relaxing in the tub.

9. Can it be inserted?

Yes, it can be inserted if you'd like. Bobble may also help you explore your body by discovering pleasure sports that didn't exist before.

10. How much is The Bobble and where can I purchase it?

It is Php1,199 and is available for purchase at itsjellytime.com, Shopee, and Lazada.

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If there's one thing I miss the most pre-pandemic, it's traveling. We are not big travelers, but we like to go to different places from time to time. And we enjoy learning about the place's food and culture. For years now, my husband and I agreed on eating local cuisine when we travel.

In comes one of our favorite discoveries, Aling Lucing. We've stumbled upon this gem years ago and have gone back a few times already, everytime we are in Angeles, Pampanga.

First time my husband and I found out about it was way back 2012, the first time we went to Angeles to catch the Hot Air Balloon. Here's my vlog of the trip:

We got to dine at the original (or at least I think this is the first) Aling Lucing restaurant. I know that there are several branches already, but this was the best one out of the 2 we have tried.

This restaurant in particular is located at Glaciano Valdez St, Angeles, Pampanga. It isn't airconditioned or enclosed, and it's a turo-turo kind of eatery. But you'd be surprised to see really nice and big cars parked right across to eat here.

I guess just like the us, a lot of other tourists also want to taste the famous sisig of Aling Lucing. Walang arte arte basta masarap. :) We brought Robyn here also, she was around 4-5 yrs old. Yup, she eats sisig too. Hehe!

Obviously, we always go for the Pork Sisig. It's so good that my husband and I order 1 each for both of us. And yes, simot sarap lagi.We did try ordering their other dishes, but nothing beats sisig.

Since it's a turo turo style, which translates as "point point", you just point to the dish you want to order. I don't think I've seen a menu, or didn't really ask for one either. But looking at the different dishes they have displayed, they don't that much variety. But anyway, we come here for one thing, and one thing only, their sisig. Sisig is usually served on a sizzling plate to keep it nice and hot. For me, it's that balance of chewy and crispy that Aling Lucing got perfectly!

Because we are foodies, you better believe we have eaten a lot of sisigs before, but we really feel that Aling Lucing is honestly the best. Their version is quite simple, with no egg even, but it still somehow works. With a side of soysauce, calamansi and sili- there's nothing that compares to the original Aling Lucing sisig. And I have to retype this, the one that we loved best is the one in Glaciano Valdez. I can't stress that enough. :)

We really love the sisig so much that even just a day after, we can't wait to go back again. Haha! I heard from some people that you can now buy frozen Aling Lucing sisig. I can't say if it tastes the same because I haven't tried it yet. If that's the case and it taste exactly the same, that would be such a winner! Imagine eating the best sisig at the comfort of your own home. :)

Contact:

Aling Lucing, Angeles, Pampanga

Address: Glaciano Valdez St. Brgy. Agapito del Rosario Angeles City, Pampanga

Contact No.: (0906) 288 8905

My family loves watching movies. I remember going to the cinema with popcorn on hand and sharing it with Robyn. She wasn't the only kid that time. Unfortunately, pandemic happened. We ended up entertaining ourselves safely at home. We would watch different series and movies with Ro who has grown to love horror zombie shows! We dance and sing along to kid tunes with the twins and if possible, have a romantic movie night with the hubby. Of course, it's different with a big screen right? So I was excited to get my hands on the LUMOS RAY Smart Projector.

It is an all-in-one projector that already comes with pre-installed Netflix, YouTube, & built-in speakers. It's a great alternative to watching in the cinema as it can project upto 100inch screen, which is almost an entire wall!

The LUMOS RAY Projector is small and mighty! It's so compact, I actually brought it to several areas of our house and I know that I'd definitely be able to bring this just about anywhere I want to because it's so portable. Also love the look of this projector. It looks so luxe and minimalist. It doesn't look like a projector at first glance to be honest, because I'm used to seeing those black rectangular ones. It comes with a strap so it's easy to lug around.

For a non-techie person like myself, this was really easy to use. It's pretty much plug and play! The projector has its own inbuilt Android operating system and it can easily connect to Wifi.

There are several ports at the back for SD card, HDMI, USB port. It even has a port for your wired headphones or earphones. This is useful if you want to watch something, yet you have to stay quiet. (Mommas, ikyk.)

I really appreciate that even if I project it to a wide screen or area, it still maintains its clarity. You can also easily adjust the sizing, zoom or focal length with just a few clicks in the remote control that it comes with. It was quite useful because I projected it to various blank spaces at home with different sizes. I was able to manually adjust it easily, no problemo.

Depending on the size of your screen or wall, you can also zoom in and out easily.

It boasts of bright 3000 lumens. High brightness makes the colors more vivid and alive in darkness. So it becomes less grainy or washed out. Other portable projectors are around 1000 lumens only. It also has 720p HD. Clear resolution that gives great visual clarity. (1080 Blu Ray support). And as a movie goer, TV watcher, I truly noticed the difference.

My kids are avid Youtube fans so it helps that this already comes with a pre-installed Youtube app. As for myself, I love me some Netflix! And LUMOS RAY got that too!

I can also easily cast my phone on the screen with the built in Air Screen app. Simply connect to Wifi and mirror your smartphone. Easy peasy! Here I am watching one of my most recent vlogs. So cool!

The kids were quiet when I started to play their favorite phonics song while they were having dinner. Good tip for a “no fighting” dinner, right moms?

Let me share another cool feature, the speakers! Of course, sound quality is so important when watching your favorite shows. The LUMOS RAY has a built-in Dolby audio for good cinematic surround sound that is powerful by itself.

I actually played Spotify and had a mini dance party at home with the family and the kids loved it!

And went back to playing their favorite Encanto tunes!

I finally have a little alone time so it's me and my LUMOS RAY in our home office. This room doesn't have a TV so having a projector is so amazing! I get to have some peace and quiet, rooms away from the kids. Hehe!

Highly recommend LUMOS RAY if you're looking for a home cinema type of projector. If you enjoy watching movies on a big screen, or if you have a blank wall at home and don't know what to do with it, I suggest you check out the LUMOS RAY Projectors.

Best of all, it doesn't break the bank as it only costs P8,999.00 and P11,999.00 for Smart Projector. Other competitors start at P20,000! You can order thru their website at www.lumosprojector.ph/yellowyum.

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