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The treasures we found in our new house!

A story about art, perception and love After months and months of house hunting, we finally found The One ! Everybody agrees it’s a great family place, gigantic garden, so much light.. All is perfect until you look up at the ceiling.. “too gross!” for the kids “incredibly vulgar” according to our neighbor “a masterpiece, you must keep it! you’ve got a real treasure!” begs … Continue reading The treasures we found in our new house!

Pit Senior ! Welcome to Sinulog!

Another great thing Filipinos do better: Parties! Heart thumping drums and trumpets, breath taking parades, bright an colourful costumes and massive heat : welcome to Sinulog, the most awaited Cebuano grand street parade ! A bit of history (thanks Wikipedia): On April 15, 1521, the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived and planted the cross on the shores of Cebu, claiming the territory for Spain. He presented the image … Continue reading Pit Senior ! Welcome to Sinulog!

What makes your heart sing?

My New Year Resolution is the same as last year and I can be so predictable that I already know it will be the same at least for the next 50 years: do more of what makes me happy! I asked some of my very favorite bloggers what make their heart sing. Their answer is at your finger tips, just click on the pictures and meet with … Continue reading What makes your heart sing?

How a bunch of Filipino toddlers is slowly convincing me to let my own kids perform on stage

My first reaction was typically French. I couldn’t help the loud “pfffffttttt“followed by a long “tssssttt”  when my daughter asked me if she could join this new afternoon enrichment class that promises “Stage fright will not be a hindrance anymore! Let your child be “camera shy” no more!” – Sûrement pas ! in Europe, we actually love camera shy children. You are not even 5, forget … Continue reading How a bunch of Filipino toddlers is slowly convincing me to let my own kids perform on stage

Best way to start the week: hold on, let go, trust and … fly !

The ad I can’t get tired of watching whenever I am a little stressed or overwhelmed with the mess at hand. I am literally breathing with this couple. Their energy is contagious, and before I realize it, I am already wearing my running shoes. Off for a run! Wishing you all Harmony, Balance and Rhythm all week long 🙂 Continue reading Best way to start the week: hold on, let go, trust and … fly !