With Thanksgiving coming up for all us in the United States, I've been putting a lot of thought into what I'm going to prepare for dinner with my family and I've come across some great recipes — some I've already tried and some I'm excited to try in the next few days. Most families have … Continue reading 12 Fall Recipes To Try This Thanksgiving
I skipped writing a favorites post for September because I didn't have many things to talk about, but I found myself having to cut some stuff out to keep the post from getting too long (oops). So here's a compilation of favorites from the past two months. TV Shows 1. Master of None I know, … Continue reading October 2017 Favorites
In honor of Pilipino American History Month, I compiled a list of books written by Pilipino and Pilipino American writers that I plan on reading throughout the month. If you're interested in learning more about Pilipino American history and heritage, hopefully this list provides you with the resources to do so. Noli Me Tangere and … Continue reading Reading List for Pilipino American History Month | October 2017
Beauty Tony Moly Daily Aloe Mask I used to buy sheet masks from an online Korean beauty store for $1 each, but in recent years that price has risen as sheet masks have gained popularity at stores like Sephora and Ulta that sell them for $3-6 each. I continued to buy them anyways simply because I … Continue reading August 2017 Favorites
Books Born a Crime by Trevor Noah I'm a fan of Trevor Noah's standup and his work as host of The Daily Show, so I knew to expect the same intelligent wit in his writing as well. But while this book definitely has a comedic undertone, he mixes in some seriousness as he discusses his … Continue reading July Favorites
Beauty I don't have new beauty favorites often because I tend to stick to the same products for years at a time. But I recently rediscovered my Anastasia Dip Brow Pomade and realized it had completely dried out, so I was desperate for ways to make the most of the product I had left. … Continue reading May 2017 Favorites
Lately, I've been feeling unmotivated and uninspired—in writing and in life overall. These are some words of advice to myself and anyone else in need of inspiration. Take a break from your daily routine It's nice to establish a routine: it allows you to manage your time wisely and complete daily tasks efficiently, making for … Continue reading 6 Things To Do When You’re Feeling Uninspired
April 2 marked our 5 year anniversary. 3 months after we began dating, Kevin moved away for college while I stayed in our hometown, and we've been in a long-distance relationship ever since. It's been tough at times, but it's worth it. Here are some tips and tricks we've learned to maintain our relationship and … Continue reading 5 Long Distance Relationship Problems and How To Deal With Them
Your 20s are an exciting yet confusing time in your life. It's that awkward stage between being a young, careless teenager and being an fully-functioning adult in the real world. It can be disorienting to transition into this new era of your life, so here are 20 things you can do to get the most out of this decade.
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