The Home and Business Mom

29/07/2024

40.

It's the beginning of a new season where I promise myself I will choose to stop being sad, resentful, and regretful.

I will promise myself to choose self-care: physically, mentally, emotionally, financially, spiritually.

Focus on my children and what makes us happy and safe.

Life is too short to waste on regrets and wrong decisions of the past.

I choose to have the power to end my long suffering.

Everyone deserves to be happy.

Time will come and we will all look back and wish we did ourselves right.

20/07/2024

Always a pool/horse party with wowo 🤗🤗🤗

14/07/2024

Sweet wowo sneaking in some 'apo' time to brighten up the kids' Sunday. Motorbike ride it is! PLUS Mcdo sundae 🥰🥰🥰

11/05/2024

MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND.

Salute to all mothers who still cooked for everyone even if it's Mother's Day 😁😁😁

25/04/2024

Now that school is out, I've decided to put their water bottles (and ours) into good use! Para hindi bukas ng bukas ng ref!

We bought these on sale sa SM, Shopee, and even sa supermarkets. Tyeso, Hydrate, Manna. Good brands but not super pricey. Just be patient to search for sale promos 😁

25/04/2024

We're in that stage of life where the living room (and actually any other room!) feels like an extension of their toy box/craft table 😅

And it's fine. One day my house will be s**c and span but that also means they're out of the house already.

So this is ok. The messy stage is a beautiful reminder that my kids are at home. ❤️❤️❤️

Speaking of at home - summer vacation na namin!

What are your indoor activities for the kiddos this summer? Still doubting if I should enroll them in any summer class or camp coz napaka inet naman sa labas!!

Share ideas in the comment :) TIA!

04/03/2024

SFC! Always our home ❤️

When people ask where hubby and I met, I always say sa SFC... The first time we met, I was aplogizing to him.

Fast forward now, sya na lagi nagsossory saken forever hehehe!

Kidding aside, these are truly my people. From all our training years serving in Gawad Kalinga, launching Christian Life Programs, spending Household Prayer sesh, and even taking vacations together.

Our friendships will always be eteched in my heart.

Praise God for the gift of SFC ❤️❤️❤️

28/02/2024

Been revisiting the convenience of batch cookibg for my family. Just allot 2 hours per week to finish 3-4 dishes that can be your life savers when the going gets tough.

If you don't want to miss out on your weekend outings, do this every Monday at the start of the week.

Another hack for busy work at home moms 😙😙😙

06/02/2024

No post for a long while. Life update: still trying to gain my grounding after the busy holiday season and then the forced transition into the new year.

Kids getting back to school.
Putting all Christmas decors back in storage.
Answering all pending work.
Responding to interested leads.
Getting the house functioning back to its normal state.

All of that, while reflecting on what we would like to achieve this year.

One heck of a roller coaster ride!

Honestly, I struggled - especially the getting up at dawn part to get ready for school.

Then I had to battle against my seasonal allergies this time of the year.

If you are caught in the same fight, hang on.
God will hold your hand. He's beside you.

And it's ok to start slow, and to start late.

It's ok if Feb is your New Year when you can finally breathe and get things back in order.

Here's to hoping you get into your groove as gracefully as you need to.

13/12/2023

POV: Moms on the last day of their kids' exams at school.

As if the holiday season is not busy enough, the quarterly exams step in before the Christmas break. Not complaining though, because it's more challenging to get back on the acadrmic groove after the December break.

But this means that it is busier than usual. So how can we cope? Sharing the tips I used to keep me sane 😁😁😁

1. Organize the shopping list as early as you can - gifts for family, friends, classmates, teachers, etc. Wait for online deals and do the shopping in batches.

2. Dedicate time for review of lessons. The more time you spend for daily reviews, the easier it will be to prepare your kid for the exams.

3. Check all pending homework and projects. Be sure to finish off before the Christmas break. Have your child complete their school work on time. Builds discipline, too.

4. Simplify the holiday routine. No need for too much fanfare. Be intentional on where you will spend your money and time:
- Experiences vs gifts
- Recycled items instead of new things to buy
- Spend time indoors to avoid walking pneumonia! Kids need down time also.
- Be mindful of the Christmas menu to prepare

5. Enjoy the break. Wag na makisabay sa holiday traffic 🤣

Dont forget to attend mass! 😊😊😊

13/11/2023

THIS IS FOR ALL MOMPRENEURS WHO DO NOT WANT TO BE CEOs.

Sounds contradicting? Please hear me out.

Not all moms want to be like some big CEO of their company. Nothing wrong with being one, but there are working moms whose only wish is to have a more balanced, more sustainable, more slowly-paced life that is sorely lacking in our generation.

They want to be more hands-on with their kids, instead of just being available for bed time tuck-ins, weekend mall trips or out-of-town vacations.

They like to be the one who preps their kids' school lunches, monitor their academic progress, attend their music and sports activities.

Because it is the everyday routine that builds the relationship with children.

ALL WHILE KEEPING A CORNER OF THEMSELVES BY TENDING TO THEIR SMALL BUSINESS.

With a passionate heart, they want to thrive on their own by running a full time or side hustle.

They understand that through their business, they can bless their family and other people, too.

Most importantly, it is a form of SELF CARE - to continue working on their heart's desires.

Truth be told, sometimes, motherhood is not enough for a passionate, creative spirit.

Despite all these, the "MOM" comes before the "ENTREPRENEUR"... because they know that the most important work they will ever do in this world is right inside their home.

Time lost in childhood is time gone forever. These are the most precious years.

IF THIS POST VIBES WITH YOU, come follow me at The Home and Business Mom as I publish free resources, tips, and experiences for work-at-home mompreneurs who are genuinely seeking a more balanced life.

Will be launching a new ebook soon: How to Recapture Your Life Back for Your Family even with a Thriving Business. ❤️❤️❤️

Have a great Monday. Enjoy your week!

26/10/2023

🦸 What is your MOM SUPERPOWER?

It’s the end of another month again. In less than two months, the holidays will be here.

Aside from planning, month ends offer a time for reflection - which always makes me wonder…

👉 How I was able to fit in all our schedules this month…
👉 How my kids were able to get through the 1st quarterly exams…
👉 How my husband and I were able to complete all the client work…
👉 How I was able to close new deals and projects…
👉 How I was able to manage our monthly budget…

… All of these without totally losing my sanity, health, and overall peace of mind…

I wonder how I did it.

💡 And then I remembered my superpower: SURRENDER.

I believe that when moms lean into the power of surrendering everything to God: our daily schedules, work, routine, budgets, worries, problems, and relationships - everything falls into place eventually.

Life is not perfect. We don’t make it work all the time.

And surrendering does not come naturally - especially when you are the type of mom who likes being in control (guilty here!).

But being on this journey led me to realize that I don’t really need to be always in control. There is no such thing as a super mom.

I just need to surrender it all every day. My strength comes from Him. 🙏🙏🙏

Despite all the challenges and insufficiencies on our part, God still delivers - in His own time and wisdom.

Read: Romans 8:28.

13/09/2023

Ang sarap ng may award-winning-designer 😆 at chef din at the same time 🥰🥰🥰 Love you!

06/09/2023

Working on my kitchen table the whole day bec my kid wants to eat sleep play sa 1st floor ng bahay.

That is my super congested desktop because yeah - 1st week of the month daming reports and alignment meetings!!!

How do you survive busy days/weeks mga mommies?

29/08/2023

Check out a simple hack for work at home moms:

If you're up for it and well-rested: Mag advance work na pag holidays para hindi matambakan ng labada kinabukasan. 😅

Again, this is just my hack. If you want to rest - GO! DON'T FEEL GUILTY ABOUT IT.

Next,

1. Set a schedule.
2. Use templates.
3. Collect inputs on the go.
3. Utilize tools (such as AirTable) and AI.

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11/08/2023

Mompreneur Question: How do you balance homemaking and working on your biz?

Answer: Set a routine. More tips in the video! 😁

16/06/2023

NO FILTER. Skin care lang 😂

But seriously, I decided to wear make up today kahit nasa bahay lang (kse mag eexpire na mga makeup na na hoard ko sa shopee!! 😆)... and also bec I saw a mom on FB reminding me to self-care. Shawtawt to

Pero mmya aalisin ko na din ito. Malagkit. Ayaw ko mag aircon the whole day at scary ang Meralco lately 🤣

Happy weekend, mommas!!!

Ps: Tomorrow is my bunsoy's birthday kaya mag skincare muna ako today 😙

31/03/2023

My 3yo took this stolen shot of me. This is the perfect case study of a parent who is 100% stressed with her child's school.

We have been taking on school clients for some time now. The usual website layout they prefer do not really speak to our convenience or expectation.

These days, as you might notice, you will spot a few school ads on Facebook encouraging families to enroll.

In all these, I have observed 1 thing: SCHOOLS STILL DONT GET IT!

Parents are less concerned with grades or whether your students are winning quiz bee competitions.

School facilities and tuition fees are important - but are NOT the #1 consideration.

The MAIN FACTOR that we, parents, are concerned about is this: HOW MUCH OF OUR TIME WILL YOU TAKE?

IS YOUR SCHOOL PARENT-FRIENDLY?

OR IS IT A SOURCE OF STRESS (See my pic as Exhibit A 😆)

If you can guarantee parents that there will be MINIMUM PARENTAL INTERVENTION in our school experience, that there will be a reduced number of school events to attend and to pay for, that you can make do with online transactions and activities so as not to force parents to take a leave from work - then I assure you, your ENROLLMENT NUMBERS WILL EXPLODE!

Don't make the school year a full-time job for parents. We already have enough on our plate.

And please, run an online school shop on your website. In this day and age, who goes out just to buy art papers?

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY OF OUR SCHOOL YEAR.

And yes, we're changing schools.

13/03/2022

The mom in the mompreneur word 🥰🥰🥰

Relatable ❤️

24/02/2022

Today I took a bath and put my makeup on for a client meeting. But I still worked in the bedroom while the office aircon is getting fixed 😁 Nakakamiss mag dress up noh, mommies? Especially this pandemic...

11/02/2022

Because of the pandemic, a lot of marketers (and new grads) were able to sharpen/make into good use their digital marketing skills.

If you're planning to make the leap and start your own digital marketing agency this year, watch the video in my blog where I also wrote about the key pointers on how to get started from scratch to success in just a year!

https://thehomeandbusinessmom.com/how-to-start-a-digital-marketing-agency-from-scratch-to-success-in-2022/

Here are the steps you need to take if you plan to build your own digital marketing agency from scratch to success this year 2022.

01/02/2022

Happy CNY 2022! Thanking God for this beautiful morning. He gives new hope. Praying for the pandemic to end this year. 😇😇😇

20/01/2022

Oregano Tomato Sauce Recipe

Ripe tomatoes sliced
Oregano leaves washed and chopped
Garlic
Calamansi 2-3pcs squeezed
Sugat
Pepper
Salt
Soy sauce
Liquid seasoning

Boil tomatoes in water, just so every piece is soaked.

Once tomatoes are soft, mash them until consistency is thicker.

In a separate pan, saute garlic. Add the tomato sauce you just boiled.

Add squeezed calamansi

Add oregano, salt, pepper, soy sauce, liquid seasoning.

Mix and let it come to a boil.

Cool and transfer to a container. Once completely cooled, refrigerate.

The key here is to ensure the sauce flavors are not overpowering - just enough sourness, saltiness, sweetness because this is your sauce base to add to your diff dishes or dips.

Enjoy!! 😍😍😍

14/06/2021

Happy Birthday to the daddy of the house 😘😘😘 We are grateful for your patience, kindness, hardwork, and for being a playful and affectionate dad to the kids. May the Lord bless you more and make way for all the plans He has for you. We ❤️ you!!!

02/06/2021

Grateful for a rainy, breezy morning. What a welcome respite from the super hot days we’ve had lately.... It’s still the first day of June in some parts of the world. Agit ang mga kliyente. Hindi mapakali sa keywords at new visitors 😂 Mamaya na tayo mag usap, ha. Nag eenjoy muna ako sa magandang klima 🤗🤗🤗

16/05/2021

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08/05/2021

I got my early gift today. ❤️❤️❤️ Didn’t think the husband would thoughtfully craft the packaging. It’s his new business venture, btw.
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