Mumwrites – musings on this profound journey called motherhood + everything else in between

Rainy Day Musings

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We have been rained down the past few days and this rain shows no sign of abating. Classes in our city are cancelled for tomorrow as heavy downpour is expected. Here's to learning to dance in the rain and may we all stay safe and dry. #rainyseason #August

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Mum Eats: It’s Tea Time!

I take back what I previously said that tea is boring ’cause I am simply loving my new routine. It might take awhile to remove coffee from my system, but I will probably get there one day. Loving this flavor in particular and I can down 4 to 5 cups of it in a day. No cause for worries, I guess, as this one is naturally caffeine-free and #organic! I also love the yummy hint of raspberries! ?? #myfavoritethings #englishteashop #tea #simplepleasures

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Note: This article was first published on my foodie blog, mum-eats.com, on 17 December, 2016.

I am a self-confessed coffeeholic. My day never starts {and my parts never function properly} until I got my first cup of the day. When I get bored, or run out of ideas to write, or get lazy to eat a proper meal, I go fix me another cup and before I knew it, I have downed 3-4 cups before my day ends. And even I get worried. Even when drinking coffee is truly enjoyable and it comes handy whenever I have headaches, over-consumption of caffeine has its downside and I must really do something about it.

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Mum Finds: Devant Celebrates With A Bang Via “15.15.15”

This 2018, home-grown TV brand Devant is celebrating its 15th year of providing high-quality TV products in the country. Entertainment has truly come a long way ~ from basic LCD TVs to the most recent feature-packed Quantum Ultra HD TVs ~ and Devant has been part of many Filipino households through these years of TV entertainment evolution by constantly providing a wide range of products that cater to the needs of the consumers.

As technology advanced throughout the years, smart devices have captured the attention of today’s generation and have become popular sources of entertainment. Due to the convenience it provides, smart devices have become must-haves for every individual in the era of tech-savvy consumers. However, this development somewhat created a “bonding with myself” attitude, especially among members of Filipino families. Rarely will you see them talk and bond with each other at the end of the day because most of their attention is focused on their own devices. [Read more…]

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Tips + Tricks: About Buying Organic + Natural Food

Note: This post first appeared on my foodie blog, Mum Eats, on 17 September, 2013.

Society has arrived at a place of convenience. We shop where it’s closest, and we eat what is fastest. This also leaves us with pretty unhealthy options. Following is a little more information about natural and processed foods, and basic information on how to pick the best foods for a healthier life.

Natural Is Healthy?

Just because something is “natural” doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Just to give you some idea, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration doesn’t put strict parameters around labeling food as natural. According to them, a natural food may have no added color, artificial flavors, or synthetic substances. However, does this mean something is healthy? If it has carbonated water and lots of sugar instead of aspartame, does that mean it’s good for you? Let’s put it another way: tobacco is natural. Does that mean it is healthy to chew on or inhale? No. Consider these things when you see a food labeled “all natural ingredients.” Just because it’s not artificial doesn’t mean it is good for you. [Read more…]

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