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Truly Grateful
Batch #26 sold, and some shipped to Chino Hills and Alameda, CA. I am now starting Batch #27. I have yet to make it tomorrow after doing errands. 17 bags are now pre-sold, with a few as gifts. My dentist Joshua Ayoub suggested that I share the back story. Here goes: I...
Award-Winning Mon David: The Strategic Icon of Kapampangan Culture and his Lifelong Musical Journey
Mon David is a strategic icon of the Kapampangan culture. He was given this cultural award by Holy Angel University, on March 8, 2023, in recognition of how he elevated Kapampangan original music compositions to national and international standards and developed...
Honoring Her Request
Today's honoring the women who sacrificed for us. I will celebrate instead the joyful, loving, and kind spirit of my 8yo #princess2015la. She requested I take care of myself so I can take care of her and her brother and see them grow. What a beautiful statement, isn't...
Attorney General Rob Bonta
“Today is for Justice and I’m full speed ahead. Because that’s the only speed I know.” - California’s 34th Attorney General Mia Bonta gave the best heartwarming, tear- jerking tribute for Rob Bonta. All were quiet listening to her every word! Watch and listen to how...
A Precious Blessing
Dog is calm. So is my handsome grandson #maharlikala2023. I am learning his language: what grunting and stretching means. He is so loved in this well organized home of my daughter and son in law. I got lessons in preparing the bottle of milk using modern gadgets. I...
Remembering the Goodness of Bishop David O’Connell
I wanted to pay my respects to Bishop David O'Connell, a preacher of the neighborhood, a beloved pastor of the streets who was senselessly killed by a handyman with five gunshot wounds. No motive was given for the killing, but the killer confessed and admitted to his...
Rev. Fr. Rodel Balagtas: His Vibrant Pastoral Life
“God chooses his servants well,” a parishioner said. Was she talking about looks? Smarts? Some have advanced degrees, while others speak multiple languages. Fr. Rodel with Archbishop Soc Villegas I was part of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church (IHMC), a...
Exploring what rains Can Do
After four days and four nights of rain, our blue skies are so inviting. Folks are here at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. A young Asian woman, quite pretty, offered to take our photo. Three poses. Just before we left, I asked a Korean/Latina couple if they wanted me...
It is all for Her
It is for her #collegetravelfunds that I am making #iylagranola! The sales have been picking up since December 2022. Latest feedback from a Culver City-based customer: "Thank you so much for the granola; it is delicious! I love the sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors....