I am often asked what the hardest thing is about living the quiet, reclusive life that I do. In order to answer that, I have
Category: Adventures in my own home
Chapter 58 (Part III): Filipino Polvoron (Shortbread)
As mentioned in my previous entry, my daughter and I made filipino polvoron on my birthday and I wanted to expand a bit on this,
Mint to Be
Summer is upon us, so let’s talk about fresh mint, the sprightly little herb that’s basically the superhero of the plant world. It’s cool, refreshing,
Why Is Drinking Water So Hard?
Let’s be honest. We know we’re supposed to drink around 2 litres of water a day. We’ve seen the wellness blogs, downloaded hydration apps, and
“Berry” Seductive: The Juicy Tale of Strawberries
Ah, strawberry season—that glorious, slightly chaotic time when farmer’s markets turn into fruit-themed catwalks, and everyone you know suddenly becomes a pastry influencer. But beyond
Making Peace with Rotkohl
My relationship with cabbage is tenuous at best. I never liked it as a child and disliked it immensely whenever my mother added it any
FrogDiva Thoughts 