Jun
26

Redemption in the Rain

Not everything about rainy season is bad. There are beautiful moments that come from every rain shower. Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby. ~Langston Hughes Tell me how many beads there are In a silver chain Of evening… Continue reading »

Jan
25

Dreamy Beaches

Whenever I’m at the beach I feel like I’m in a dream…

Jan
16

When Waking Up in the Morning is All Worth It

So I just moved into my new place yesterday. I have a beautiful view just outside my veranda. I woke up early this morning so I could watch the sunrise and enjoy a nice cup of coffee (well…Nescafe 3-in-1 instant coffee at least). It was also lucky that I chose to get up early because… Continue reading »

Nov
24

Island Dreaming

When I get sick, I usually sleep all day long, passed out in an exhausted slumber. However, as soon as I start to feel better, to counteract doing absolutely nothing for days, I feel the need to do something, anything. This time, after being sick for the last two weeks,  I spent my unused energy… Continue reading »

Jul
01

Coconuts and Farewells

As a little girl, my Dad told a variety of stories about his life growing up in the Philippines. The Coconut Story is by far the most remembered. Recorded on a black, old school cassette deck one cozy winter evening, it will forever be told and retold in my family…

May
19

Vineyard in the Springtime

A few days ago my friend and I went wine tasting in the Forest Grove area. It was such a fun, carefree day! We visited Plum Hill Winery and David Hill Winery. The vines are just beginning to bud as springtime weather shyly makes its appearance…

Apr
02

Waltzing Through Fields of Tulips

I went to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm Festival today. Although it was a little cold there was at least some sun! I went crazy taking pictures of all the tulips. There’s so much color everywhere! I put some of my favorite pics below.

Sep
03

Love is Here

This is my new favorite music video. Even in its simplicity it somehow still speaks volumes to me. Enjoy! The lead singer, Mike, is awesome by the way! I saw him at an artist talk-back at Creation Fest. He’s all about ministry in terms of quality, not quantity. I liked what he had to say… Continue reading »