Parents gently urged to recognize Kina’s innate responsibility for getting ready
I came to the realization today that telling Kina constantly what time it is, in order to help her get ready for school independently, is at odds with the entire notion of independence, and that Kina is basically begging us to let her be responsible. File under: “Unsure who’s growing up here.”
Kina acknowledges that Daddy was somewhat less than mortifying at Friday’s sleepover, which entitles him to be turned into a couch cocoon and arm massage
I really tried hard last night not to ask any questions or tell lame jokes. It took almost all my effort, but I got an eye mask and blankets and a selection of cookies today, and now I know what it’s worth.
Nearly-empty theater filled with Kina’s guffaws and commentary; a must-see movie for Pinoys (and others)
I cannot stress enough how fun and well-made Forgotten Island is. As a story about friendship and coming-of-age, it’s a good baseline, but the way it tells a story about Filipino people and culture is really unparalleled and nuanced and funny. Highly recommended whether or not there is a Nor’easter blowing through your town.
It does not matter that it is also time for mommy to leave, because a deal is a deal
We made a promise and need to stick with it, even if that means waiting for Kina to exit the building before we leave the apartment, as if she were a tiny head of state leaving a venue.
