Patti Castillo-De Guzman
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Our First HFMD Experience
Just when Francis and I thought that 2025 flew by without a major health scare for our little one, enter Sprout’s first experience with hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD). Phew! (Long time no see! I’m sorry for not posting… Continue reading
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Holy Week 2025 at Vigan, Ilocos Sur
I originally planned to write this right after our Holy Week trip, but with the news of Pope Francis’ death, I couldn’t get myself to do it. Pope Francis is my favorite pope, you see… he’s literally the reason I… Continue reading
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Exciting Summer Activities for Kids in San Jose City
I love being a Batang ’90s, but I’m also quite envious of all the opportunities for kids readily available. I don’t know if it’s just us – being poor and living in a remote area in Nueva Ecija – but… Continue reading
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How We Manage Lice and Nits at Home w/o Shaving Our Hair
First, a trigger warning: lice. When I was in fourth grade, I had a major lice infestation. I discovered it when I was taking an exam, and as I was answering, one fell from my head to my test paper.… Continue reading
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Our Philippine Book Festival 2025 Haul
Hello! Would you want to know why I became a librarian? I’ll tell you anyway. It’s because, aside from being the mother of a girl, growing up I had no other desire in life than be surrounded by books. And… Continue reading
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Sprout’s Shelf: Dalawa ang Daddy ni Billy
“Mama, ano ba ‘yung bakla?” my three-year-old asked the morning of last Friday. I am ashamed about the fact that I didn’t know how to respond, as I think of myself as an ally. With both my hands and my… Continue reading
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Our Daycare Experience
It’s March, and moving up ceremonies are lined up here in the Philippines. These include those of our Day Care Centers, including our daughter’s. If you’re a first-time parent thinking of whether the government’s Day Care program is right for… Continue reading
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Sprout’s Shelf: May Alaga Akong Bakulaw
Hi! Thank you for visiting my blog. Today, I’m starting a new series where I’ll review the books that Francis and I read with and for our child. If you don’t know already, I’m a children’s librarian and also a… Continue reading
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