From revisiting familiar reading challenges to tackling new ones, I’m diving into the year with renewed determination. With goals to conquer mysteries, classic tales, and creative book hunts, 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling literary adventure!

While searching for simple, healthy options, I stumbled upon a version of this zucchini fritter recipe, and it was a game-changer. What drew me in was its simplicity—just a handful of ingredients and a quick pan-fry—and the fact that it was IBS-friendly (when enjoyed in moderation). Bonus? It’s absolutely delicious!

Revisiting childhood classics brings a sense of nostalgia and deeper meaning, reminding us of the magic books hold at every stage of life.

In this post, I share my collection of literary-inspired roses—from characters in The Secret Garden to classic authors. Discover the stories behind the blooms that captured my heart.

Each garden I’ve had brought unique challenges—limited sunlight, awkward spaces, and neighboring buildings. But adapting to every obstacle has made my gardening journey rewarding, no matter the size or layout.

Pandesal is the king of Filipino breads – it’s sold in every panaderia in the country and not one panaderia will leave off selling pandesal to hungry customers every day.

Over the weekend, I’ve been scouring the internet for anything that could help me nail the look I want for this blog. I’ve always been drawn to moody, film-like photos, …

I’m delighted to see some progress in my garden. While it’s not as full of flowers as I’d hoped, it’s exciting to see things moving in the right direction. Spotting fresh buds sprouting on the stems is always a joy, even though the unpredictable weather—torrential rains one day and scorching heat the next—has kept me on edge.