Busy days ahead

and would be life changing.

In particular order;

28 April - Cheyenne's  invitation for scholarship interview. This is the next step after getting high marks in her exam.  We are amazed!

Lord, I am praying for a daughter who is not only academically equipped but someone with a heart so strong to withstand temptation, meek to show compassion, and generous to show kindness and love.

Please guide us in our interview, oh yes- it is a family interview.



24 April - the last huge chunk of my CPA exams.

5th May- citizenship exam

and weeks after this would be waiting. waiting. long waits. exciting waits.

For Cheyenne's scholarship results- we are applying for 2 by the way.
For my exam
For our citizenship oath taking

All these Lord are happening this year and only in your Grace that we are able to take all of these! These opportunities never ceases to amaze us.

Last December

so, finally- the autumn breeze came. But hey, it isn't too late to recall what happened last summer.

Carefree. Sunshine. Swimsuits.Water. Beach. Blue Skies.

my favorite Things.
Long Drives. LoLs. Sitting in the Passenger Seat.That's it!

A Summer to Remember.
Short and Sweet.

Now, Autumn and the most awaited Winter. Brace yourself!

I am not a perfect mom

When I saw this note in my child's bedroom , reality strikes me.  It was for me. Oh yeah, I have a feeling it was addressed to me.

So, I take the note as a reminder to be gentle with my Cheyenne. Forgive me darling if I am too pushy.  If you have looked at me with the impression of a perfectionist mom, I apologize. I actually wouldn't want you to be perfect.  I want you to make mistakes and keep learning. And NO--don't try to be perfect for you will never be.  Only through your mistakes that you learn and become a better person.

So ,relax----I want you to enjoy life to the fullest. If making mistakes is what it takes, then let it be.

I love you even your stupid mistakes will not change that.

REMINDER - I am not a perfect mom so maybe you need to remind me that sometimes :-)

4 years ago, we stood still

We did stood still,  made a very important decision and never looked back.

We are moving to Australia. The year was 2012. Although we got our Permanent Residency confirmed in 2009, we delayed the decision to move because life in SG was super convenient. Who wants to move from a tax haven, affordable lifestyle, traveling back to Philippines is cheap and you can get a maid!

How ironic it would be when you are willing to drop everything because you feel that it is the best thing to do for you and your family. I couldn't find a concrete reason just that gut feeling of an unexplored future. We were at that sliding door in our life - where we either succeed from it or fail.

Fast Forward>>>> 2016, and getting used to the lifestyle here! The past 4 years had passed like a bolt of lightning. We had Kylene , our second bub who brings so much joy just like her Ate. We couldn't ask for more.  Lord, we are blessed with the best in the world. Friends.  Family. Health and Australia.

There will be more important decisions to be made as we live our life here. And as a family, we stand together in traversing this LIFE joyfully , prayerfully knowing that everyday is a blessing and an opportunity to be Thankful, no matter what!

This year, we will be entitled to get the citizenship , hoping and praying will go in smoothly. There are heaps to be excited about this year. Goals would be;

- completing the CPA
- passing the driving exams
- Cheyenne's high school plans ( whether she goes to Selective or Private Catholic school)

Sussex Inlet, Feb 2016

my Cheyenne is on her last year in elementary.

I feel elated about her excitement! I am one proud mom looking at her now. In charge of herself and so much enthusiasm about life. I am beaming with mixed emotions.

Of infinite Joy- for pro-creating such beautiful soul.

of Fear- of becoming too independent that sometimes she gets really over-confident

of Gratitude - that she is such an easy little girl to manage

of Anxiety- of what lies ahead.


Dear Lord, you know what is best for us. Only in you that i entrust my family. I know you are going to guide us along the way. I love how you gifted me with children that keeps my heart so full, happy and alive! I wouldn't live this life any other way than what you have provided for today. Our life is a blessing, And everyday is a miracle.

She is back from her 2- night, 3 -day camp and she did have a ball! I am very glad she enjoyed it to the maximum!  She came home very exhausted and told me how she misses home! And now she has the best mem'ries of camp especially the love letter that made her cry. Will post it soon!

Gracy & Agie's No. 2

is coming soon.

This family had given so much inspiration to me. Yes, Heaps!
Happy to see the excitement of the roller coaster ride ahead!
Cheers to the Cellacay's !

From 2

To becoming 3 with Abie.
Trivia: Gracy was on her family way with Abie when we came to Australia. So, this little sweet kid will turn 4 soon!

And more to come for the Cellacay's beautiful family.

and beautiful friends.

and I am becoming better with this events planning thing. 

How awesome I have pulled this off with last minute planning. Oh, the jitters.

with the help of my sis of course!

C H A N G E S

Some unexpected changes did happen to us.

We changed  our address in 2015, without even planning for it. See, our God likes adventures---- I certainly got what I wanted. Spontaneous & unplanned.

We had no idea we could be selling the Richmond house - although I know it was of good value already, the property was very close to me. Quick decisions had to be made. Sell the existing property and move to the new one! As we move to our new place, I realized that a  house is indeed  a mere structure- it is actually HOME that we are building on. We thrive on each family member's strengths, hopes, aspirations and prayers.

It was not easy move. Took longer than I thought to sell the Richmond property so, for some time, we were paying helluva of mortgage and the tank ran out.But just before Christmas 2015- the settlement happened and whoaaah....what a very nice surprise to be in ! God, I know I should not act surprise about me being so pampered and loved. But I am astounded of the amount of HUGENESS you showered to me. Not the money actually but more importantly the kind of people you surround me.

My family is top 1. My papa and mama - they never questioned me for anything. They are just there supporting me every step along the way. I am very happy seeing them healthy and enjoying their lives. That what matters most to me. I appreciated so much the amount of unconditional LOVE they showed to me.  The kind of LOVE that is Exhilarating and you want to breath in everyday.


My sisters- who despite being independent , still enjoys time with us. No matter how chaotic my immediate family is. Despite their own priorities, they will choose to be with us on important occasions. I truly appreciate that. I am not a perfect Ate, sometimes I can be demanding and pushy but I am Ate you know.

My mom-in-law - who shows so much kindness and tolerance. I would be greatly indebted.


I changed to a new job in 2015.  It does give the money. Actually, it has afforded us a few luxury to enjoy this year!We are very blessed! The stress remained the same but I have changed the way I have approached a lot of things at work now. Which really worked well. I could sleep peacefully at night and it is good.


I changed my Attitude to life in general. And that to me, that is the biggest change that happened this Year.

I looked back and i can only find joyful, memorable times! My heart overflows!

 To God be the glory!