Dear Parents

I saw this post yesterday. And I so agree. All my former coworkers (who are parents) say that when they got married and had children, they tend to think about ensuring the needs of their children first. Original post here for backstory: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=350971212116382id=174371726442999

We hear and read this a lot. But seldom do people talk about what children feel and think. And the worst part is when children are scolded as ingrates.

Little do people talk about the truth that the same way parents wish the best for their children, us children equally wish the best for our parents, too. So, dear parents, do not neglect yourselves. By taking care of yourselves, you allow us to understand it is good to also take care of ourselves.

Hindi yung puro trabaho na lang. Puro achieve ng achieve na lang. Yung ipakita niyo din naman po na, “Anak, pwede ding matulog ng 8hours. Pwede ding kumain ng maayos, hindi yung nagmamadali na lang palagi dahil baka maabutan ng trapik o maubusan ng oras. Pwede ding tumawa at ngumiti… hindi yung puro serious face----hindi lang naman serious face/nerd/geek ang nahihire dahil mukhang matalino at matino.”

Dear parents, when you neglect yourselves for us, it makes us think we should be neglecting ourselves, too, instead of taking care of ourselves.

Parents are the first teachers. Our homes are our first schools.

Dear mothers and fathers, please do not neglect yourselves, so that every child could always remember never to be martyrs and always take care of one’s self first.

Parent or child－we cannot serve from an empty cup. We cannot take care of our family members (or other people) if we are too sick and tired. However, when we are strong, healthy, happy, and fulfilled, then it is easier for us to ensure all members of our family are equally strong, healthy, happy, and fulfilled.

Dear Parents: Stay Happy. Stay Healthy. Stay Fulfilled and Blessed. Instead of giving up your happiness, KEEP YOURSELF WHILE ALSO KEEPING ALL YOUR CHILDREN HAPPY… because children equally love seeing you happy.

Next time you buy clothes and knickknacks for us, make sure you got yourself a bag of goodies, too. And us children can see your happiness, and be thankful and glad for the happiness you give us.

♥Thank You♥Blessed Be♥Jonalyn♥
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DIY Coco Oil

One of my favorite to make is homemade coconut oil.  I’ve been fascinated by this, since childhood.  And only learned to do it myself about a year ago.

The people I asked said all you have to do is boil the coconut milk (gata), but they cautioned me that not everyone can actually make it.  I’m not sure why.  I got it the first try, with no supervision (LOL).  Although it does require a lot of patience, but it is probably the simplest thing to ever try to make!  However, they did explain that they have tried, but couldn’t get it right.

However, I truly believe anyone with the desire to do so can get this recipe right.  So if you’ve been wanting to give this a try, jump in!

What You Will Need:

Fresh coconut milk (gata)

- the milk from one coconut is enough for your first experiment, but you will need about three coconuts or more, if you want to stock up.

A book or something to do (to keep yourself preoccupied, while waiting)

What To Do:

1.  Pour the fresh coconut milk into a pot.  Boil in low fire.  Leave it alone for a few minutes, until it starts to brown.

2.  Stir occasionally, so it doesn’t stick.

3.  Just wait and stir, until the meaty part turns dark brown but not burnt.

4.  The oil will virtually separate, so all you really need to do is make sure the meaty part browns.  Once it has a nice dark brown color (but not burnt or overcooked), you can turn off the stove.

5.  Cool for a few minutes, and transfer to a bottle.  Make sure to pour in only the oil.

Storage And Use:

Some people keep this in the fridge, for longer storage time.

However, I prefer to store this in room temperature.  It lasts two weeks to one month.

I’ve completely stopped using lotions, cosmetics, and perfumes.

I now use homemade coco oil.  Just pour a little bit into your palms and massage to your skin and hair.  However, if you’re like me, you might not want to go out with oily hair.  So, do it when you don’t have to run errands.

Thank You

Blessed Be

Jonalyn

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If you are cooking from a stove, keep boiling at low fire.

Keep boiling at low fire, occasionally stirring.  Wait to brown.

Once cooked, set aside to cool.  Then transfer oil into a glass bottle.  

Make sure to transfer only the oil.  

The browned coconut is typically used as toppings for rice cakes and other delicacies.  

It can also be used as spread and fillings.