3 Ways to Make Family Gatherings More Memorable

The holidays are upon us, and we all know what that means... 'tis the season for bonding with our loved ones, especially for family gatherings! 🙂 Personally, I love family gatherings (that's my extrovert self speaking, I think). There is something about being with those near and dear to us that just, well, warms my heart! … Continue reading 3 Ways to Make Family Gatherings More Memorable

3 Reasons Why Sleep Is Important for a Happy Marriage

I don't know about you but I would definitely benefit from getting more sleep. (Walking #mombie over here!) I don't hide the fact that I don't usually get enough sleep... and it's totally unhealthy! It not only affects me but those around me, too -- especially my husband and kids. What?! you may ask. How can … Continue reading 3 Reasons Why Sleep Is Important for a Happy Marriage

God Values You (Especially for the Singles Out There)

  I don't know how many of you reading this are still single but I thought I'd share this episode of Gabay sa Biblia on Radyo Veritas846, where my husband filled in for one of the regular anchors. This video was originally posted as a Facebook Live video on the Light of Jesus Family Facebook page. I hope … Continue reading God Values You (Especially for the Singles Out There)

On #TheParentFiles: Family Traditions

Earlier this year, my husband and I were blessed to be invited by #TheParentFiles team as guests for their third season. (Thanks to Maricel of The Parenting Emporium for recommending us, and for snapping the BTS photo above!) In case you have never heard of it, here is the description of this unique online parenting … Continue reading On #TheParentFiles: Family Traditions

A Different Kind of Birthday Celebration

It has been a while since I've written anything here. I have also not been that active on Facebook and Instagram lately. Life -- a beautiful, "messy," busy life -- has been keeping me occupied, and juggling tasks related to home life (including chores, caring for an active toddler, and *trying* to keep a homeschooling … Continue reading A Different Kind of Birthday Celebration

Wrap Yourself in God’s Word: A J.E.W.E.L.S. Experience

Have you ever heard of Bible Journaling? I would often see it on social media, usually in the posts of my friends from other Christian denominations. I thought it looked like a worthwhile thing to do, because their posts were so inspiring. So when I learned that the next J.E.W.E.L.S. Feast Valle Verde gathering would … Continue reading Wrap Yourself in God’s Word: A J.E.W.E.L.S. Experience

3 Ways to Foster Creativity in Your Family

Creativity is an important skill in today's world. In fact, according to this article on Psychology Today, creativity is "at the heart of this essential skillset for the future," referring to "skills and traits for success (and perhaps even simply survival) in the modern era." As a writer and content creator (yes, I'd like to think of … Continue reading 3 Ways to Foster Creativity in Your Family

3 Important Lessons from the Feast Valle Verde Servants Gathering

It was my first time to attend the Servants Gathering of Feast Valle Verde (FVV) last week. To be perfectly honest, I was tempted to skip it. I actually did not feel “worthy” enough to go, because all I do as a “servant” is help with social media and, whenever I can, edit the FVV weekly … Continue reading 3 Important Lessons from the Feast Valle Verde Servants Gathering

On Giving Back: One of the “Secrets” of the Truly Rich (and Blessed!)

Here on Truly Rich and Blessed, one of my goals is to inspire others to "discover and grow the riches they already have." Believe it or not, if you're reading this, you're actually a lot richer than you think! You are actually already blessed in so many ways! Being truly rich and blessed is not primarily about … Continue reading On Giving Back: One of the “Secrets” of the Truly Rich (and Blessed!)