living the here and now

Bouna vita, dolce vita. Good life, sweet life. This blog would somehow document how I intend to find joy in simple things no matter how ordinary or insignificant they may be to others.

Sunday, 26 November 2023

A WONDERFUL BREAKFAST

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It was a beautiful morning with shimmering sunshine. It’s been awhile that the Magnolias sat down over a sumptuous breakfast together. We...

WHAT IS A GRAB BAR?

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How many people know what a grab bar is? I didn’t even know what to call it when we got to the Home Depot until I described it and we were ...

Wednesday, 22 November 2023

CRISPY SHRIMPS WITH SHRIMP PASTE-COCONUT DIP/DRESSING

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Today I made this dish I saw on TV, on Casa Daza specifically. I thought it is something that my family would like. Here is the recipe of ...

Tuesday, 21 November 2023

MY BURGUNDY RUBBER PLANT

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Last week i was so happy just looking at my burgundy rubber plant; so amazed how fast it is growing. That and the lemon yellow one were giv...

THE ILOCANO IGADO

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Today I felt like eating igado, a fiesta fare for the Ilokanos. Often served on special occasions because it last longer. It could be prepa...

Thursday, 16 November 2023

GAMBAS: MY VERSION

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I prepared gambas for dinner tonight with dinner rolls. I cook this often since it is simple to do. I pair it with salad greens or with a t...

Sunday, 12 November 2023

CELEBRATING DIWALI: A MEMORABLE NIGHT

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After the fun and laughter, overflowing red and a wipeout charcuterie board full of goodies: fruit, cheeses, crackers, chocolates and iberi...

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About Me

Rita A. Gomez: I'm a wife, mother and grandmother. Now that I'm retired, I love to spend more time with family and friends. I always like to express my thoughts; I enjoy writing and public speaking, so I thought I'd blog. I've committed to enjoy each day, live in the moment, carpe diem, make the most out of the time I have. I also promised myself to find beauty in the simplest of things; be open-minded to experience the new and be optimistic in every situation.

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