We were standing in line at the medical centre, Maia, Leo and I, chatting to one of the volunteers. She … More
Tag: Filipino
Honest Motherhood: Leo the Party Animal
We had Leo’s first Birthday party last week. Joel’s parents kindly let us host it in their back garden, allowing … More
A Beautiful, Intelligent and Strong Woman: Happy Birthday Lola Epion
“Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children.” … More
49 Questions with Mother, Social Worker, and Carer Archie Lazarte
If I had to name the strongest person I know, as well as my Mother, I would have to say … More
365 Outfits…Soccer Mom
I call this one Soccer Mom meets low maintenance Barbie. Barbie on a Sunday. These jeans just make me very … More
365 Outfits…Conceal My Breasts
This whole look is composed of pieces in the “must-donate-but-can’t-quite-let-go” bag. (Minus the shoes). The jacket (now I know they’re … More
365 Outfits…Earned it
What, when and where: Saturday night; Julie’s flat in London for a small Dinner Party… It was delightful. Caribbean themed … More
365 Outfits…Uptown Girl
My favourite Christmas present of all? These boots. I’ve wanted a pair like these for years and when I saw … More
365 Outfits…Reflection
As we close the book on an amazing year, I wanted to say a little something in reflection. What have … More