The Pinoy Teen

The results of a research study on Filipino teenagers had me smiling all week long. Despite the pervasive perception among adults that Pinoy teens have fully embraced their Western counterparts’ behaviors and attitudes, the study showed that that belief isn’t exactly...

Being the Best Mom

Motherhood is a 24/7 job with no holidays. You’re a mom from Monday to Sunday whether you’re sick, sad, or sleepy. And whether your child is one or 41, you’ll still be his mom. I am a mom four times over. Paolo and Nicolo, Darla and Meg—they are my sweethearts, the...

Juggling Multiple Jobs

Surviving in this precarious economy may very well mean juggling a handful of jobs to make ends meet. And believe me, I can perfectly relate to this dilemma. In my everyday life, I wear many hats. I am not only a mother, I am also an entrepreneur, manager, accountant,...