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Birthday boy at 7

My little nephew (who’s not so little anymore) will be turning 7 this month. His mom enrolled him and his big sis in guitar lessons, and they’re doing pretty well. Recently, I saw an uploaded video of him playing the guitar and singing. Of course, I’m one proud auntie and I know he will be […]

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Life

Daydreaming musician

With the Christmas holidays almost here, there are so many tasks coming up as well. I wish I can just tick them off my To Do list easily but everything depends on time and the persons involved. Sigh. Just few weeks ago, we had some relaxing time off at a mountain resort, but nowadays, a […]

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Catching melodies from the subconscious

I’ve read a book about the power of our subconscious mind, and how it can be a breeding ground for both good and bad thoughts, depending on what you plant on it. Anyway, this post is not about self-motivation using the subconscious mind but about what I personally experience during the few minutes leading to […]

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Life

Diligent piano student

My niece finally completed her piano lessons during their vacation here last June. She was such a diligent student. When she came home from her first tutorial session, she immediately practiced until it was already late in the evening. From simple and basic piano pieces, she persevered with learning how to play them despite some […]

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Business

4 Simple and Practical Tips for Home-Based Business Owners

A lot of people dream about having a home-based business. After all, who wouldn’t want more flexible hours and having more time with the family, no more negotiating your way through traffic, or skipping meals to rush to the office? To start such an endeavor though needs more than just daydreaming about it, if you […]

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Personal Management

Get ahead of productivity with these time management tips

Too many pressures at work, including personal concerns and family matters, usually result to a busy and out-of-control life. Oftentimes, you feel helpless in dealing with your schedule. However hectic your life can get, you can achieve better time management skills with the following tips. Get a tool It is important to use a tool […]

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Life

Music lessons for kids

My sis and her two kids from faraway Finland are here on vacation. Aside from getting used to the warm tropical weather here, they try to get themselves occupied so they don’t get bored. My sis plans to enroll them in piano lessons today. Good decision. We know learning a new musical instrument does lots […]