Author Archives: MixedKnot Fil-Am Family

DIY Nontoxic Play Dough Recipe

Kids have so much energy. I can only wish I have it too. Kids can’t stay still. They have to constantly move. At times, it gets frustrating for parents especially when they need to do chores and run errands but just couldn’t get it done because of the kids. My personal go to activity forContinue reading “DIY Nontoxic Play Dough Recipe”

Life Goes On

CoVid19 pandemic created a different world for all of us. Yes, Esperanza has been homeschooled ever since she was 2 years old. Yzzabella started 100% homeschool this year after being on remote learning for the last quarter of 2019-2020 school year. When Illinois shutdown on March 15, 2020, all schools transitioned to remote learning upContinue reading “Life Goes On”

🍓DIY Strawberry Milk 🍓

Being a full time working Mom in the U.S. requires more than just overseeing the kids, their care and their activities. You have to be a hands on Mom because everything falls on you. Some families have a wide network of support but others don’t. Unfortunately for me and Santi, we have no one elseContinue reading “🍓DIY Strawberry Milk 🍓”

Water Beads

Toddlers are always enthusiastic about learning. Take advantage of their curiosity. Introduce them early to math and science concepts. This activity aids in the development of their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination.  When toddlers start school they will be taught to read and write. Exposing your child to activities that strengthen their hands will help them get ready to hold a pencil before even going to school.  Activities like playing with small objects which make them use their pincher fingers are great at strengthening those tiny hands.  You can use varied materials based on availability. (Disclaimer: This activity shouldContinue reading “Water Beads”

We Are All Imperfect Beings in God’s Perfect World.

Hi, my name is Sophia. I am a real mom living a real life. I have two lovable girls and a wonderful husband. I don’t live a perfect life nor am I trying to portray one. Life is not perfect. We all have our imperfections. We should not exhaust ourselves to achieve perfection. I am medicalContinue reading “We Are All Imperfect Beings in God’s Perfect World.”

Winter 2021: “SNOWY DAY SLEDDING”

Living in the Midwest has been quite an experience for me. I lived all of my younger years in the Philippines where the temperatures range between mid 70s to upper 90s. It is summer all year long in that part of the world. Most people have natural sun kissed tan because every day is brightContinue reading “Winter 2021: “SNOWY DAY SLEDDING””

Building Our Lives Like Lego Blocks

What is your big dream? What is your goal in life? This girl’s goal today is to build a sturdy Lego tower.  Life in the U.S. is not as easy as people from other countries envision. I was browsing some posts on Instagram during my break time at work. As expected, 80-90% of all the posts I saw were definitely perfect looking termed by many as “instagrammable.” Everything flaunted beautiful portraits, astounding places, impeccable travel and vacations, winning moments, and so much more. In short, life seemed to look perfect. Continue reading “Building Our Lives Like Lego Blocks”