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Wednesday, 15 December 2021

A Heartfelt Surprise and a Gentle Reminder

Belle December 15, 2021 0 Comments

What a pleasant surprise it was—a small gift from a child, though of course, it was the parents behind the thoughtful gesture. Just the idea that someone would take time to show appreciation to their child’s educator is so heartwarming. It reminds me that there are still parents who truly value and respect the role we play in their child’s life. After all, we spend long hours with their little ones, guiding, teaching, and caring for them as if they were our own.

Sadly, not all parents share the same appreciation. Believe it or not, there are some who still think of us as nothing more than babysitters. I’ve heard the hurtful term “glorified babysitter” more times than I can count—and every time, it stings. It dismisses everything we do and all the knowledge and dedication we bring to the classroom.

I hold a bachelor’s degree from my home country, and I also earned a diploma in Early Childhood Education here in Quebec. In 2015, the Ministère de la Famille recognized my qualifications and granted me a Level 2 certification the moment I entered the daycare field. Today, I am proudly working toward reaching Level 7. I’ve poured years of real-life experience and professional knowledge into this work—yet the salary often doesn’t match our efforts or our level. Still, I persist.

Unfortunately, some parents raise their eyebrows as if we lack any formal education. It’s true that not every educator has a degree—but many of them have a deep, natural understanding of how to connect with and care for young children. They aren’t simply “watching” the kids. They assist in implementing activity themes, supporting the work of qualified educators, and enriching the children's daily experience.

So when I receive even the smallest token of appreciation, it means the world to me. It’s not about the gift—it’s about being seen. It touches my heart and inspires me to keep giving my best. Every day, I work with love and purpose to help these little ones grow. We do far more than people realize. We support their emotional, physical, cognitive, and social development, one moment at a time.

These little angels depend on us—and we’re here, not just caring for them, but guiding them, inspiring them, and helping shape their future. That is our calling, and it’s a beautiful one.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

Monday, 13 December 2021

Family Visit at Biodome Montreal

Belle December 13, 2021 0 Comments

This video was taken last summer when we visited the Biodome of Montreal. My children had a blast experiencing seeing different exotic plants and animals on five different continents in one place. The Biodome of Montreal is a family-oriented place where all different ages can come and comfortably see the beauty of nature. By the way, Biodome is one part of the Montreal Space for Life. This is just like a living museum in Canada.

The sittings were totally different from the first time I visited the Biodome. This time, it is more convenient and beautifully done especially on the side where the penguins are. My children and I love the ice wall. This is where my children love the most especially my daughter.

There were so much to tell but I want to make it short, this place is awesome, awesome and awesome for the whole family.

Saturday, 11 December 2021

Face to New Beginning!!!

Belle December 11, 2021 0 Comments

Early Childhood Educator in Quebec always faces new challenges everyday especially to those who don't speak French like me, aside from that, the stress we've been facing like dealing with daycare owners, directors, co-workers in addition to the parents who are also ungrateful to us are just too much to handle, but because of the love and dedication for our work, most of the educators tried to live as it is.

Picture credit belongs to the owner

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For me, my six years of experience in working daycare is considered very awful or I am foolish? Thinking of the day when I first start working, I was so excited. I promised to do things far more beyond my expectation, of course, I will do my very best. I will apply all the things I learned from school and my own skills. Unfortunately, everything I did was never appreciated.

When I met the Ministry de la Famille inspector, I remembered, she was asking, "why I accepted the lowest salary offered by my director". My salary back then year 2015 was only $13 which was a salary for a helper. Back in 2015, the inspector told me I am already a highly qualified level 2 educator with a salary of $19 per hour. I told her (inspector) that the director promised me to raise my salary but that never happened. Until I decided to quit after working for two and a half years.

Funny to add up with this miserable decision, I went back to work with the same daycare after a year because I really needed to have a job as soon as possible to pay my rent and to pay the rest of my bills while I was studying LPN. Then, the worst nightmare had happened between my director and me. I quit again after I was diagnosed with depression.

Just before the new year, my schoolmate had called me and asked if I wanted to work with her in the daycare where she work. In the following months, I started. During my first day, I encountered uncomfortable questions and comments from my co-workers. All of them asked, "this is your first stage?", "don't mind her she is just stagiaire". I'm like, Wow!!! what a place to work. I deal with a bossy co-worker, I let it slide but it was just too much to handle.

Recently, just decided to quit for multiple reasons aside from the back problem I suffered during the year of being in the baby class.

Now, here I am!!! facing a new beginning, new environment, new people around me. They are French-speaking yet they are so respectful. They accepted me for who I am. Honestly speaking, I am struggling every day trying to speak French, Google translating so I can communicate a little somehow. I never hear any complaints.

I finished my 1 month in my new place as a successful one and hoping that I will stay and remain okay in my new workplace.

Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Happy @ 45

Belle September 21, 2021 0 Comments

Well, hello world

Here I am at 45

Still looking young & feel ageless

Though fair skin is somewhat disappearing

Still happy, maturity shows as they’re saying.

Heart & mind feels young

Body tried to believe & sung

But oh… oh la la, oh la la

Damn, these forty-five years of age is no more fun?

What? No!

I am still happy as what I am now

Countless blessings received so I bow

Embracing all the trials, negativity doesn’t allow

Ruining this life but how?

45 years as it is

Oh yeah!

Enjoy every moment with ease

Live life to the fullest!!!

Friday, 30 April 2021

MY THREE ANGELS

Belle April 30, 2021 0 Comments

These are my three angels
Who makes my life full of surprises
Even in times of crisis
They make me laugh and oh so priceless

When they smile, I hear the angels sing
A soothing melody that joy may bring
Into my weary heart that clings
Like the wondrous vines in heaven.

Lord, I thank you for these priceless gifts
You showered me with love to make my drifted heart swift
Happiness and feeling of completeness
Promise to take care of them, till my last breath.

Though, I do not have gold to offer
But I have loving arms and a good heart
With a promise of unconditional love
To treasure when they grow up.

A poem I made for my three children namely; DJ, Ynna, and Angelo. I never thought I will gonna have three children. Yes, it is not really in my dream and of course not in my plan. I always wanted to have just one or two but God give me another blessing and that is Angelo.

At that time, I was still mourning because of the passing of my father yet I suddenly felt the fresh breeze inside my room. I felt somebody was there, I felt cold. I wrapped myself with the comforter and fell asleep. When I got up I felt relief and felt brand new.

My children are the reason why I continue to dream. This time, it’s not just for me but of course for them, for their future. I love you my kiddos, you are the reasons why I smile despite the difficulties I have in life.

I’LL LET YOU GO

Belle April 30, 2021 0 Comments

Wondering what’s in your mind
Looking at the distance like blind
Words to utter you signed
Deliver them through wind but declined.

You’re near yet so far
Reaching you is like a star
Impossible to reach, leave some scar
Please, oh please don’t let my heart fall apart.

Tears slowly flowing
Unbearable pain is now burning
Fire of sorrow is now glowing
Our love is now falling?

Anguish heart want to reach you
Your presence stood still, I knew
Can’t see my heart is dying through
Yet, I still let you go.

MANJULA POTHOS

Belle April 30, 2021 0 Comments

Manjula pothos is also called Epipremnum Happy Leaf is another variety of pothos patented and produced originally by the University of Florida.

Manjula pothos is a lovely plant with wide heart-shaped leaves along with shades of silver, white cream, and light green variegation. While each leaf has a different pattern, it also makes it distinguishable from other pothos because the leaves have wavy edges.

How to take care of Manjula pothos?

Watering: Like other pothos, keep the soil moist all the time but not soggy. Keeping the soil dry for a long period of time, the plant will tend the plant to shrink.

Light: Medium to bright light, they suggested not to expose in direct sunlight, however, mine is exposed to direct afternoon sunlight and my Manjula grows best. So, in my opinion, it really depends on how an individual will take good care of the plant. what I did is, I always check the soil/plants every two days, and every 7 days, I water the plant thoroughly.

Feeding: I applied fertilizer only once a month to all of my plants but they suggest every two weeks in spring and summer for best growth.

Manjula $15

WHY LIFE IS SO CRUEL

Belle April 30, 2021 0 Comments

This poem was originally posted at Hubpages and was featured at Letterpile. Reposted it in my own blog to keep track of all my works. https://letterpile.com/poetry/Why-Life-is-so-Cruel

HOYA BELLA VARIEGATED

Belle April 30, 2021 0 Comments

Hoya Bella variegated has tiny pointy leaves with yellowish color inside and green on the outside of the leaves or edges. This hoya is truly a beauty. I read a lot of articles about this type of Hoya and they said it is very easy to care for, however in my case I have a hard time making it healthy. I bought my first Bella regular, Albo, and variegated at the same time yet after months they slowly died on me.

At first, I have no idea why they just eventually die. When there were only 2 stems left, I need to investigate the reason, I thought that it was unhealthy because of the bugs but sadly the Bellas have no roots at all. If I only knew, I will maybe transfer them to water to roots then replant like what I did to this new botanical gem of mine. She is just three months and looks at the growth, she seems happy and hoping she will stay healthy.

However, as I noticed the variegation of the new stems is reverted to green. Now, I am thinking to cut the green part or maybe I should just let it be until she will become a fully grown plant.

By the way, sorry there is no voice on this video, will soon have a voice next time. hahaha just a little bit shy, English is not my first language.

Thank you for your time, if you would like to make a comment or add some info, please do so. I will be happy and thankful for your efforts.

Have a great day.

Hoya Kerrii (Heart Leaf)

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VALENTINE HOYA – Hoya kerrii 75mm | Weslor Flowers Plant Nursery

This is my lovely Hoya Kerrii or Hoya Hearts, this is a tropical plant but considered also a succulent plant. Most of this plant was being sold during Valentine's Day and in one single leaf cuttings. Hoya plants or varieties will produce flowers. I did not see the flowers of the Hoya Kerrii but I am hoping soon.

When I got this Hoya Kerrii two years ago, she had five leaves and stemmy. It wasn’t beautiful to look at. So, I made cuttings and I did three cuttings. After a few months, roots coming out and transferred to the soil. I posted on Marketplace and sold them out. I had to cut twice and sold. Yes, I already make money out of this mother plant. They said, they are slow growers, but in my opinion, it really depends on how the plants react because mine, over the years, it grows quadruple, that I had to cut twice.

This year, she’s on rest. I don’t have a plan to cut her lolz!!! It’s her rest year.

Saturday, 17 April 2021

Philodendron Micans

Belle April 17, 2021 0 Comments

My two years old Philodendron Micans

Hey yeah!!! It’s been a while no post and no updates to my site. Well, here comes my latest post, it is about my Philodendron Micans. This is my 2-year-old Philodendron Micans. I bought this plant at Walmart. This plant was not in good shape, I mean this was dying. They almost threw this in the garbage, luckily I was in the store, I took it and pay for it. I remember the lady asked me, “are you sure you really want to buy this plant, this is dying?” I said to her, “yes”. This is what she looks like now. By the way, I made several cuttings of it already and sold it.

Philodendron Micans is a velvety and heart-shaped leaf. Who will not like these lovely plants? I’m sure everybody loves to have this plant. Everybody said it is easy to take care of, well for me I can say yes and maybe not. My first cuttings were all rotted and died, then I made a second attempt and becomes successful. I am still learning in propagating this plant.

You can hang this plant or train them to grow up on a moss pole, either or this plant will look beautiful. Philodendron Micans have another name like Velvet Leaf Philodendron. By the way, this plant has also a botanical name called Philodendron hederaceum var. hederacium, hahaha it is quite a name. I like this plant to be called Philo Micans, it is short and sweet!

One thing I want to say, never let the soil dry in other words, keep it moist!!!

Thursday, 15 April 2021

Life is Beautiful

Belle April 15, 2021 0 Comments

We should cherish the beauty
Of life, God created solemnly
Enjoy the priceless gift awesomely
And don’t forget to pray wholeheartedly.

Life is seemingly unfair as we know
We all face troublesome as we grow
Yet, life is too short not to let go
And too precious to fro.

Life is so beautiful, yes it is!
Feel the love, the joy & the grace
A divine gift from our heavenly king to embrace
To enjoy & share in this lovely place.

Hoya Ciliata the fastest Growing hoya

Belle April 15, 2021 0 Comments

Hoya Ciliata is one of my first Hoya collections. The plant in the video is a 2 years old Hoya Ciliata, however, I already cut or propagate several times.

Of all my Hoya Collections, Ciliata is the number one fast grower hoya. I can put this hoya anywhere in the house with no fuss at all. The plant grows beautifully yet I did not see her blooms. In the main time, I kept this Hoya in my window kitchen where she can get filtered full sunlight.

Hoya Ciliata likes sunlight and well-drained mixed soil. Just beware of keeping the soil dry for long, the plant will not like it. Hahaha, nobody likes dry even human being, so to make this Hoya happy water it when the soil is dry when you touch.

Beloperone Guttata Variegated

Belle April 15, 2021 0 Comments

Beloperone Guttata Variegated is also known as Variegated Shrimp Plant. Another name is Justicia Brandegeeana. This plant is an evergreen bushy which features tubular red and white flowers. This Shrimp plant has white-variegated green foliage.

This type of plant can be an excellent choice for hanging baskets and or containers depends on your choice. No matter what your choice is, it is for sure a beautiful and right choice.

Variegated Shrimp Plant is a low maintenance plant and does not cost a lot of money, we can beautify our home.

This plant loves to be moist and in full sun to partial shade. We have to avoid letting this plant dry out.

Hoya Meliflua

Belle April 15, 2021 0 Comments

Hoya Meliflua has rigid leaves that don’t show any vines. According to Wikipedia, this Hoya comes from my own country, the Philippines. The site says, the plant is common to Apayao, La Union, Rizal, Bataan, Laguna, Mindoro, Palawan, Negros, Panay and Leyte.

I did not see the actual flowers yet since mine is still a baby but hoping to blooms soon. According to Wikipedia that the flowers are reddish-orange and have nectaries near the base.

The name of the Meliflua is derived from the word “Mellis” which means honeydew and the word “Flou” meaning is flow. these two words combined were created due to the dark nectar that stains the flowers and it’s flowered every June.

Hoya Meliflua is another species of hoya that is easy to care but I was just wondering why it’s hard for this plant to branch. As you can see in the video, it just growing into a long single vine. I decided to cut with hope that he will branch somehow.

As an update, it is about two months now since I cut my hoya Meliflua however there is no indication of a new branch.

Wednesday, 14 April 2021

The Spirit of Christmas

Belle April 14, 2021 0 Comments

Wind has change on the month of December

Aroma of a cool breeze is on the air

Meaning that something special is near

An occasion that everyone's wait all year.

Christmas songs that is so lovely

That made everyone on earth is happy

Christmas is a symbol of unity

Hope and peace on every country.

Faces expressions changes and so the feelings

Everybody is excited to go shopping

Christmas decorations and a handmade lanterns

Where the spirit of Christmas spread its wings.

Some people may have questions

How people unite with this celebration?

Maybe it's only just an imagination

Or perhaps we have made a wrong conclusions.

A great sighed and a feeling of depression

Of course they feel their poor living condition

Heart shed tears in distress and dejection

Hope and prayer is the only solution.

When the Christmas is here and its spirit soared

Spread everywhere and touches heart uncured

People give love and showed gratitude

Even our enemies pay homage and changes attitude.

This poem was previously posted

MLJ, Yahoo! Contributor Network

Mahal Kong Tatay

Belle April 14, 2021 0 Comments

Naaalala ko nung bata pa ako, Ikaw ang pinakaunang idolo ko,

Ni minsan hindi mo ako pinalo, Dahil sa akoy iyong paborito

Lahat ng luho binibigay mo, Kahit maubusan man ang bulsa mo

Basta ba sa ikakaligaya ko, bibili ka ng kung ano-ano.

Sukli ko rin sa’yo ay pagmamahal at paghanga

kaya nga Ako’y nagsumikap at di nagbabarkada

Sa pag-aaral ay mas lalo akong sagana.

Magagandang marka lagi ang aking dala.

Naaalala ko rin nung nag-high school na ako

Syempre may mga boys na umaaligid sa beauty ko

Second year ako noon ng maranasan ko unang palo mo

Sipa at sampal sa harap ng mga kaklase ko.

Hindi ko naintindihan kung bakit, Ganoon na lang ang tindi ng galit

Paliwanag ng nanay at pinakamatandang kapatid

Na ikaw ay hayaan, at mawala rin ang galit.

Nagsumikap pa rin ako sa pag-aaral, Pinapakita ko pa rin sa’yo ang pag-mamahal

Pilit inintindi at sinunud ang pangaral, magandang asal pa rin pinapairal.

Buhat noon, parang ikaw ay palaging galit sa’kin

Lahat ng activities ay ayaw mo akong pasalihin

Ewan ko pero masakit talaga sa damdamin

Na ika’y nagbago at gusto mo akong kulungin.

Kasama sa pag-aaral ko ang mga contest na sinasalihan

Bagamat, isang tadyak, palo at latigo ang nakamtan

Masakit para sa’kin ang ganitong karanasan

Bagkus ika’y aking ama, aking naintindihan, At ikaw pa rin ay iginagalang.

Mahal kong tatay, alam ko na ako’y mahal mo

Kaya sa aking puso’t isipan sinasabi ko

Balang araw kalayaan ay makakamtan ko, Titiisin ko ang lahat ng ito.

Bagamat noong ako ay patapos na sa kolehiyo

Latay ng latigo sa katawan tinatamasa ko

Wala akong karapatang makisaya yun ang sabi mo

Sa harap ng maraming tao pinapahiya mo ako.

Mga kaibigan ko sa paaralan, Silang lahat ay nag-iiyakan

Awang-awa sa aking kalagayan

Sabi ko wala ito, kami ng tatay ko ay naglalambingan lamang

Wala kang naririnig mula sa’kin

Lahat ng sakit at hapdi kinikimkim

Luha ko ay tinatago ko rin, Upang di mo malaman ang tunay kong hinaing

Akala ko ang lahat ay magbabago

Nung tapos na ang pag-aaral ko at nagkatrabaho

Sa isang paaralan dahil sa ako’y isang guro

Na iniidolo ng mga kabataan lalo na estudyante ko

Bagamat tumitindi lalo, Paghihigpit mo sa akin todo

Nabansagan tuloy ako, Titser na pinapalo ng tatay ko

Tinatanong kita minsan, Bakit ako’y iyong pinagsusungitan

Wala ba akong karapatan, Lumigaya at may sariling kalayaan?

Ikaw’y hindi nakapagsalita,

Pero nakita ko sa mga mata mo ang pagluha

Ramdam ko kahit ikaw’y hindi nagsasalita,

Tunay na pagmamahal ng isang ama.

Gayunpaman, tinikis kita, Noong ako’y nagdesisyon na mangibang bansa

Di ka pumayag pero nilabanan kita,

Kitang kita ko ang lungkot ng iyong mga mata.

Sa araw ng pag-alis ko,

Nasabi ko sa sarili nakamit ko rin kalayaan ko

Pero bakit nalulungkot ako.

Hanggang ngayon umiiyak pa rin ang aking puso.

Patawarin mo ako mahal kong tatay. Sa sama ng loob na aking ibinigay

Sinusubukan ko lang namang mabuhay.

Maging malaya at magtagumpay sa buhay.

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Wednesday, 15 December 2021

A Heartfelt Surprise and a Gentle Reminder

Monday, 13 December 2021

Family Visit at Biodome Montreal

Saturday, 11 December 2021

Face to New Beginning!!!

Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Happy @ 45

Friday, 30 April 2021

MY THREE ANGELS

I’LL LET YOU GO

MANJULA POTHOS

WHY LIFE IS SO CRUEL

HOYA BELLA VARIEGATED

Hoya Kerrii (Heart Leaf)

Saturday, 17 April 2021

Philodendron Micans

Thursday, 15 April 2021

Life is Beautiful

Hoya Ciliata the fastest Growing hoya

Beloperone Guttata Variegated

Hoya Meliflua

Wednesday, 14 April 2021

The Spirit of Christmas

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