The Christmas Tradition in the Philippines

It's 23 days till Christmas. I am glad that things are over the top in the Philippines.

Everywhere there are lights, carolers, decorated windows with their parols, bells, fake

snowflakes (as we don't have snow in the Philippines) and Christmas tree ornaments

in every size and colors and the most important of all, the smiles that are glued in 

everyone's faces despite the Christmas traffic rush.

Families are reunited and complete for the Noche Buena after attending the simbang gabi on 

midnight of the 25th after which everyone gather to the table and thank the good Lord for 

the gift of Christmas, Family and Food. This is how Filipinos celebrate Christmas Eve. :)

  The Filipino smile on their faces and the popular parol hanged in their windows.

 A libation feast during Noche Buena. Food will never be complete without 

 famous bribingka and puto bungbong.

 

My Morning Coffee

Waking up 30 minutes ahead of other is the right time to pay yourself first.

After doing my daily rituals, I indulge myself with a hot cup of coffee and meditate on beautiful things as I listen to the silence of the early morning.

For A Relaxing Night Sleep

I always look forward at the end of the day for a relaxing night sleep.

Here are some tips I can share with you. Everyday at 6 o'clock in the evening. I start preparing my rituals on scents. I use scented candles, pot pourri and linen spray, but wait, avoid  sensory overload. My favorite scents are lavender, rosemary eucalyptus and wood. They are all good for me. You can also choose your favorite scent, but be sure that they are relaxing keep a mix of different kinds of smells and reflect your different moods to create a satisfying, relaxing and calm night sleep. Lastly, after a hot shower, grab a cup of camomile tea before bed.

Random Sketch

I have always wanted to learn how to draw. 

Did this on one lazy summer day. Express yourself and discover the talents you have inside.

Happy blogging! :)

Tranquility du Jour Daybook by Kimberly Wilson

Sharing with you one of my favorite author's Daybook that will help organize yourself.

Upon purchasing a copy of the said book, I must admit that I have discovered a lot about myself through the help of Kimberly. Her holistic and enlightened approach has taught me to love and appreciate everything around me and how to live my life to the fullest.

It has also help empowered me by designing my life and living fully. Showing compassionate and creativity at the same time embracing tranquility.

To check on her website. Please visit www.kimberlywilson.com

Happy reading. :)

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