Sharing, Singing, and Sweet Melodies: A Day with #Maharlika2023LA
#maharlika2023la had 3 lumpiang Shanghai. By the third lumpia, he says, “Want some?” I said, “No thanks!” He went to the garden to give his...
Four Days of Togetherness, Beauty, and Holiness
Through 4 days of shared togetherness, laughter, sharing, visiting basilica, aquarium, 17 mile drive, we had unabashed, sincere connections with one another. If this is...
Remembering Lem Balagot: A Warm Heart, A Lasting Legacy
I am crying. My favorite caterer, friend, cheerleader, community recruiter for stories, Lem Balagot of Larosecafe Hollywood died. His cafe was my go place to...
Sep
15
2024
Miles for Milestones: A Texas-Sized Birthday Bash and the Filipino Community’s Embrace
The Art of a Road Trip: Towards the Light, Water and Community Created Intentionally! Imagine driving 5 hours one way from Austin to Houston, and...
Sep
14
2024
Day 6 Early PM: Water Wall Park – Houston’s Iconic Oasis
Day 6 Early PM The Water Wall Park “Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park is one of Houston’s most beloved, iconic landmarks and community centerpiece for...
Sep
14
2024
Day 6: Our Lady of Lourdes in Houston – A Vietnamese Community’s Faith & Prayers for Honest US Elections
Day 6 Pilgrimage to Houston Churches Our Lady of Lourdes Campus in NW Houston, Texas. It is an impressive expansion of its campus, integrating the...
Sep
13
2024
Everyone has a story worth telling?
Everyone has a story worth telling – listen!! What a beautiful day to spend in Magnolia, Texas. It is in Waco, Texas where a 59...
Aug
30
2024
Purple Yam’s Legacy: Royalty Dishes, Healthy Bodies
The end of a great era of delighting palates with Pan-Asian food! Day 3 is as full as the nights before. I heard 200 covers...
Aug
30
2024
A Fond Farewell to Purple Yam Brooklyn: A Royalty of Flavors Closes Its Doors
The end of a great era of delighting palates with Pan-Asian food! Day 3 is as full as the nights before. I heard 200 covers...