Life in the UK

A Christmas with My Mom

There are seasons in life that shimmer differently—not because of decoration or temperature, but because of…
Autumn, and the Taste of Home

There are seasons that announce their arrival like fireworks—and then there is autumn.It doesn’t shout; it…
SIX YEARS ABROAD

It’s strange how time moves — quietly, almost unannounced — until one day you’re seated across…
Two Worlds, One Holiday

Christmas in England vs. Christmas in the Philippines If there’s one holiday that can stretch across…
Mind the Loo and Other Britishisms: Words I Didn’t Know When I First Moved to the UK

They say English is a universal language—until you move to the UK and realise you’ve only…
Cracking the Life in the UK Test: What I Wish I Knew Before Taking It

Life in the UK Test If you’ve just arrived in the UK or are preparing for…
Surviving UK Weather and Seasons: What I Wish I Knew Before Moving Here

“There’s no such thing as bad weather — only the wrong outfit, and an unprepared heart.”…
No More BRP Cards: How to Access Your UK Immigration Status Online (eVisa Guide for New Arrivals)

“Where do I collect my BRP?” That question used to be the first thing on every…
What to Expect During Your First Month in the UK: A Gentle Survival Guide for Newcomers

There’s a moment—right after the plane lands—when it hits you: this isn’t just a trip. You’ve…
My Monthly Filipino Pantry Refill from Pabili Po

About A Taste of Home in Every Packet There’s something sacred about food—not just as nourishment,…
Grasmere Whispers and Still Waters

There are places that don’t announce themselves loudly but rather hum in the background of your…
Always, Aberystwyth: My Place of Return

Some places are not just places. They are pauses. They are mirrors. They are quiet witnesses…
there is no one-size-fits-all to health.

It took me years to realize that “health” isn’t just the absence of sickness, and “well-being”…
Dreaming in Dean Village, Scotland

Some memories don’t arrive with fanfare.They linger quietly, waiting for a still day, a slow breath,…
THE PHILIPPINES, MY ALWAYS

By the time we landed in Cebu, I couldn’t feel my legs properly, my eyes were…
Gatwick & Chill (Kind Of)

We arrived at Gatwick Airport just past 10 in the morning—early enough to sidestep the chaos…
St Pancras and the Art of Slowing Down

We’ve checked into a quiet hotel near the airport tonight—nothing fancy, just a clean room with…
The Journey Begins in a Nando’s Toilet Stall

It’s a funny place to begin a travel journal—inside a toilet stall at a Nando’s, halfway…
Britain, Through Her Eyes

A Photo Book for Mama I’ve always believed that the most meaningful souvenirs in life aren’t…
Aberystwyth with Mama

They say time flies when you’re having fun—but when you’re traveling with your mother, time doesn’t…
A Filipino Mama in the UK

When my mom landed at Gatwick last December, fresh from a long-haul flight and still clutching…
The Other Side of the Dream: My First Book Is Out in the World

Six days ago, I published something I never thought I’d be brave enough to release: my…
Exploring London: Five Years of Adventure

For the past five years, London has quietly become more than just a destination for me—it’s…
Chickenjoy Chronicles: Liverpool Edition

Liverpool, a vibrant city in northwest England, has become a frequent destination for me, primarily because…
IT’S OKAY TO LET GO

Autumn is Here: My Favourite Season in England There’s a certain hush that comes with autumn,…