March Featured Person: Maila Rito
I first met Maila, or Mai as most people call her, 15 years ago when I was teaching in Thailand. At the time, she was an afterschool teacher at another school. Even then, her passion for education and her desire…
Jaz Beyond Teaching
Simplicity in Learning, Living, and Exploring
Jaz Beyond Teaching
Simplicity in Learning, Living, and Exploring
Expat Life & Travels
Journey with me as I navigate life as an expat, from cultural discoveries to the ups and downs of living abroad. This section covers personal travel stories, the unique experiences of adapting to new countries, and insights into global living and the unexpected adventures along the way.
Mein Deutsch ist kaputt! Real Struggle of Learning German
Learning German has been quite an adventure, to say the least. Back in early 2019, while still in the UAE, I was planning to find a job in Germany. Many schools required at least a B1 certification, so I looked…
A battle of cough, confusion, and essential oils
Winter in Germany isn’t over yet, and neither is the battle against cold-season illnesses! The lingering chilly weather has been the perfect setup for my never-ending flu, fever, and – worst of all – this incredibly stubborn cough that just…
February Featured Person: Mila Castro Blasco
I met Sister Mila in the same place where I met our last month’s featured person, Sister Ces. They were in the same ward, and I was assigned there as a missionary. At that time, she was still single and…
January Featured Person: Ces Marvilla Anama
When I first met Sister Cecille – Ces, as she’s known by most – it was back in the San Nicolas Ward in the Ilocos Norte region, Philippines. I was just starting my mission in the area, and I quickly…
My Graduation Adventure
The past few weeks were filled with excitement and preparation for a significant milestone in my life: my graduation from the University of East London. Last Wednesday, my husband and I flew from Germany to London to attend this long-awaited…
Why Minimalism Matters
In 2022, I stumbled upon a Netflix documentary that stopped me in my tracks: “The Minimalists: Less Is Now.” Directed by Matt D’Avella, the film follows Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus (better known as The Minimalists) as they showcase…
Why Health Matters
When I moved to Germany in 2019, I never imagined how much my health would become a focal point of my life here. Adjusting to Germany’s cold winters, working in a kindergarten, and navigating the challenges of flu season have…
Finding Home in the Kitchen
Growing up, I was always surrounded by incredible cooking. My mom was the go-to chef in our small town. Any big celebration – weddings, birthdays, you name it – people would call her up, and she’d cook up a feast…
My Journey to Graduation: Planning my travel from Germany to the UK
I’m thrilled to share another blog about my journey to graduation: my UK visa has arrived! This means my graduation day is now officially on the horizon. From the excitement of receiving my visa to the considerations of how to…