(Sorry I've been slacking off last week. In life we go through valley and mountain top experiences. Truth is... It's been tough for me lately so I took a week off from blogging. To compensate for that I'll be publishing 2 blog posts this week.)

Two weekends ago, our little family went on a road trip to Galveston Island Texas. The trip took 3  - 4 hours from Austin. It was a quick family vacation for us. We went there on a Friday and went back home the next day.

We didn't do much since we have an 11-month-old in tow. I was a little bit anxious how it'll go with baby. I shouldn't have because everything went well. :)

After our fun time at the beach, we then checked-in at the San Luis Resort Galveston. Love that view from our room!

And oh, don't forget to apply sunscreen. It's a must! Since our little guy suffers from eczema, we used Neutrogena Pure & Free Sunscreen Lotion on him. This product doesn't flare his skin up.

Uhm... our little guy had a hard time sleeping that night. Understandable! He's used to his crib by now. I got worried that the next door occupants would knock on our door. Glad they didn't. 

What's so funny is that our little love slept in sitting position. Haha! And when we fall he'll try to get back to that position again. My husband tried to lay him down but the baby wouldn't budge. Lol!

After sunrise, we went on a quick dip at the beach. After we checked-out, we headed to Galveston's historic downtown area, The Strand, for brunch and souvenirs.

Overall, it was fun but rather expensive. The resort alone cost around $400 USD per night. Oh well...

Happy Mother's Day to all moms, soon-to-be moms and grand-mommies out there! How are y'all celebrating Sunday's special occasion? Us? The sea is calling. Finally, after 2 years!

As mentioned from my previous post, we've been meaning to go to the beach for a while now due to our little boy's eczema situation. A change of environment (like salt-content in the air) might clear it up. Who knows? We're (a wee bit) desperate, so we'll try everything.

But we won't be going that far. It'll still be here in Texas. Our little guy loves floating in the tub, I hope he'll love the beach/pool too. I look forward to his first reactions.

Anyway back to Mother's Day, below I've curated 9 gift ideas for stay-at-home moms. Continue reading for the deets.

1  - 'Mom Fuel' Mug from Etsy [available in various sizes]

2 - Tory Burch Heart Stud Earrings in Vintage Gold

3 - CB2 Judy Bust Statue

4 - Threshold White Orchid in White Pot from Target

5 - Pottery Barn Thatcher Wingback Upholstered Armchair in Sateen Ticking Striped Ebony

6 - Diptyque Roses Scented Candle

7 - Smithsonian Cotton Pillow Cover in Navy/Butter [available in various colors]

8 - CB2 Haddie Brass Wall Clock

9 - CB2 Palace Round Brass Box

If mom likes statement necklaces pick #3 will be an interesting gift to give. She can display her favorite necklace of the month on that bust. If not, it'll still be a fun decor for the home. While pick#9 is for her little trinkets.

After a looong day around the house, looking after the babe or doing chores, it's nice to relax in a comfy chair. By the way, pick #5 is great choice. 

Oh, add a statement pillow (pick #7) for additional comfort. And this cute Mother's Day mug (pick #1) for her coffee/tea or hot drink. 

Add this lovely rose scented candle (pick #6) too, to help her destress. Also, pick #4 to add greenery around the house. Complete the whole scene with pick #8 so she won't forget the time as well.

But then, if you like to give something you want to see on mom or your wife or that special someone, you can never go wrong with earrings (pick #2). Oh, here's a tip. Tiffany & Co. pieces are simple, sleek and timeless. Have fun! :)

Alrighty, let's talk home stuff today! We, women love to shop. Doesn't matter if it's in store or online. The husband? He is a simple man. If he likes it then he buys it. Men! We women are wired differently after all. We'd searched high and low for that one item with a specific style or whatever before making a decision.

Below I've rounded up 9 counter height stool ideas for the kitchen island. I'm thinking of a gray/blue color scheme for our home, thus the choices. But all of these stools, except #5, are available in other colors/patterns as well.

From the list, my personal favorites are #1 and #2. It's perfect for our modern traditional theme. However, I'm not willing to pay that much for one counter stool. And I needed three of them. Bummer!

By the way, I've found a similar style of selection #1 for half the price. It's in cream linen, gray and brown color.

The husband is really sold out on #4. Although I like #5 the seat depth is just too deep for our kitchen island needs.

Love that Target sells affordable counter height stool just like selection #9. They had a number of choices for less than $100.

So, what's your favorite fabric counter height stool from the list? And why? Let me know your choice in the comment section below. I love reading them. :)

Hey there! Here is another summer fashion wish list from Zaful. It is gonna be about jumpsuits/rompers, bodysuits and tank tops. It doesn't seem to end I know. Haha!

My husband even joked if I consider myself the brand's model or ambassador. Hmm... Let's say, my doors are open to opportunities. But now, I'm starting to be picky with the collaborations I write about.

Moving on, you might like something from the curated list below. Do check them out. ;)

1 - Heart Print Pom Pom Cami Romper in School Bus Yellow Color

2 - Striped Cami Belted Romper

3 - Eyelet Crop Tank Top

4 - Faux Layered Peplum Tank Top in Purplish Blue

5 - Plunging Neck Striped Belted Romper in White [also available in black & blue]

6 - Tied Ruffle Plaid Tank Top

7 - Loose Stripes Side Tied Tank Top

8 - Sleeveless Ruffles Polka Dot Romper in Bright Yellow

9 - Sleeveless Crossover Bodysuit in Black [also available in red & white]

The pink pompom details on [summer pick#1] is fun and very au courant. It's a playful take on rompers. While [summer pick#2] is a style that will still be relevant next summer or more. Well, as long as it doesn't fall apart. Uh-huh, this is fast fashion guys! More jumpsuits/rompers on the link here.

I'm not big on crop tops [summer pick#3]. Some more now, that my body is laden with battle scars from pregnancy. I'd pair this with a tee or something else underneath. Yes, even on the beach. Haha!

[Summer pick#4] is a cute office look. While [summer pick#5] would look charming for running errands. Yes, I love stripe details cause I'm petite. I know I keep on reiterating this on the blog, but it does help elongate a small frame. This romper is also available in black and blue.

There is something appealing with the gingham pattern [summer pick#6]. It's interesting. It's compelling. It is a pretty look.

Here is another stripe detail on this list [summer pick#7]. Simple, with an unexpected twist. Yes, I'm talking about the ties on the sides. Click on the link for more choices of Zaful tanks.

Another fun and flirty look on the list is the polka dot romper [summer pick#8]. Bright and bold for the adventurous babe.

Last on the list is a bodysuit [summer pick#9]. Also available in red and white. Truth is... I don't like bodysuits. I mean, how do you go to the toilet with that? Haha!

Thankfully this one has a snap-button closure on that very important area. Pair it with high-waisted denim and sky high heels and you're ready to strut. (In our native langue, we would say, "Rampa na!" Hehe.) Go girl! More bodysuit choices on the link.

So what's your favorite summer pick on this list and why. How and where would you wear them? Let me know your thoughts in the comment section below. I love reading them. :D

If money is not a concern, we'd be at the beach by now. We'd be having fun swimming in the crystal clear waters of Sta. Fe Bantayan Island Cebu or build sand castles in mile-long sugary-white sand beaches of the Bahamas. (And why not? It's nearer from the US).

While I'm here sitting at my desk daydreaming, I've curated 9 cute swimsuits from Zaful. What's your favorite on the list?

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Haha! Swimwear#1 is a homage to SpongeBob Squarepants.

I have not tried swimming with a crochet bikini (swimwear#2). The material may absorb water. But if you really love this look, you are still able to wear this. I have seen babes at the beach doing whatever other than swimming. You could be watching beach volleyball or taking cool photos on instagram. This one is your statement piece.

Swimwear#3 is a popular choice from Zaful's sexy gold bikini line. I could never pull off a bikini. All the more now that my body is full of battle scars from childbirth. I gravitate towards safe classic styles like swimwear#4. Hopefully, monokini's like swimwear#5 work wonders in mama's post-natal body too.

This high-waisted bikini set (swimwear#6) reminds me of TayTay. (View more of this style from Zaful's website.) The play of stripe details on swimwear#7 is interesting. Now I'm curious how this looks on different body types.

I like swimwear#8 it looks like a bodysuit. Easily pair it with denim shorts and big hoops. Playful and amusing best describes swimwear#9. (Do check out Zaful's micro bikini here.)

Lastly, is this see-through one-piece (swimwear#10). As long as it perfectly hides those stretch marks, I'm good.


As mentioned above, we'd love to visit the beach soon. Not because we're dying to have a vacation, but for our little one's skin condition.

Our baby boy suffers from eczema. As parents, it breaks our heart looking at his wounds that never seem to heal. Eczema is very itchy. Anything that touches his skin has the potential to irritate. :'(

I heard from other parents, whose children also suffer from the same skin condition, that sea breeze works miracles. There could be some truth to it.

You see, both me and my husband grew up on an island surrounded by bodies of water. Our skin drinks sea air 24/7. Our little boy has our genes after all. His skin must have been looking for that salt content in the atmosphere. Who knows? I'm making theories here, but it does not hurt to try.


Anyway, those are my picks from Zaful's swimwear line and why I choose them. Again, what's your favorite on the list?