I started writing a book, “The Book,” that I’ve talked about with my friends for almost a decade, but it never materialized. Diving deeper this year was definitely a very sweet journey, not just for me but for the rest of our family. It’s not, just like every year is, but that’s why it’s sweet, […]
This blog is difficult for me to write since we are still under the cloud of transitions. I know it will get easier and smoother once we are passed the transition stage but right now, I want to share with you how we are dealing with it as a family. First, let me give you
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We let go of our old domain allabouthisgrace.com since the domain has always been targeted by domain shmackers and bought a new domain www.carrollcafe.com. We think a new website domain would better fit another transition coming our way in a few weeks. It is our intent to continue to serve the Lord wherever we are, be
Humanity continues to be curious and puzzled with or in any situation. That is part of us being a relational human being, created in the image of God. We are drawn to inquire for information. That’s why, when we are faced with very curious questions from people, we take it not as an offense or rude
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Summer heat had started this week at our new humble abode in the southern part of Luzon (south of Manila). It’s a few hours from Manila and our arrival at our new place welcomed us with a cool refreshing breeze we never experience in Dumaguete. We now live in the province called Laguna, about an hour to two
Two weeks ago, we spent a week in Dumaguete with a heavy heart as well as excitement with what God holds for us to this other side of the Philippines. Our hearts were heavy to leave our dear friends we came to know and regarded as friends. From the children and people at the boulevard, the fruit
I was encouraged two weeks ago and excited last week. I had all these stories I want to share in my mind that’s waiting to spurt out of words to be written on this blog, but now I’m lost. I’m lost for words, everything all of a sudden are vague. I thought, this is a
We arrived safely in Manila on a rainy day. On our first night in Makati, while riding the taxi, Caleb was so amazed by the lights and Christmas decorations on each Makati buildings. He exclaimed, “Wow, I love Makati…it is like an ice cream!“. Even the cab driver smiled with his reaction. Our first days in
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I just finished our newsletter and while you probably imagine me having tons of time in front of the computer working on formulating words for our newsletter, I’d like to let you know that it took me one and a half week to complete it 🙁 Now onto this blog. I’m sorry I’ve been out
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Homeschool: We’re back in action with homeschooling. We kick off our home school last week but ended up changing our schedules to start in the afternoon. It worked out better for all of us. Our Tinkerbell (G) is now ready for 3rd grade and Mr. C is now in Kindergarten. He’s also turning 6
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