I want to remember all the moments. My work life is well documented on my instagram account, so for a change, here’s a little journal of my offline life this 2018, with the people I love the most. 😊
The year’s mantras.
JANUARY
Peej and I watched Cynthia Alexander concert at the Music Museum, Passion Pit in SF.
I learned that intimate concerts are my kind of thing.
FEBRUARY
I was invited back to Poveda for a talk about my watercolor life + Spent a weekend in Fuego with my Poveda barkada
I learned that some things don’t change, and that some friendships are 5ever!
MARCH
Took a quick break to La Union with Mikko & Macy + Yoga in the village
I learned that little breaks make for a sustainable work life.
APRIL
Went to Hawai’i with the Lanots for Kuya Chie’s 40th birthday. Walked in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Watched JT + St. Vincent. Had my Aura photographed in LA.
I learned that family is my happy place.
MAY
Coworking with PJ, Mikko, Gin, Noelle.
I learned how to have fun while working.
JUNE
Launched a watercolor project for Greenpeace + Made new recipes for Pipino, including langka bbq!
I learned the value of sharing my skills for causes that I care about.
JULY
Stormy #LAB_Breaktime in Subic with PJ
I learned that I am, first, a wife.
AUGUST
Conch & high lobe piercing in LA. Napamura ako sa sakit.😂 But I love the jewelry I bought from 108.us piercing studio!
I learned that I can, and so I did.
SEPTEMBER
Watched a Foo Fighters concert (FINALLY!). Visited my Fave magazine store in SF. Joined a Botanical Watercolor Workshop.
I learned that I DON’T want to be a botanical watercolor artist. 😜
OCTOBER
Inktober + Mark & Nic’s wedding + My birthday celebrations
I learned how to make ink from plants, and I learned how much I am loved by my family andÂ
NOVEMBER
Banaue
I learned (again) how beautiful the Philippines is, and how each of us needs to do something to make it better.
DECEMBER
Tagaytay & Family Time
I learned to feel, and to understand.
Grateful to everyone who was a part of my 2018!:)