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I realize at times that being a housedad isn’t really something aspirational - no kid ever says they want to be a housewife or a househusband when they grow up. If I had a time machine and told my 10-year-old self that I’d be a housedad at 40, I think that kid would...

I’ve always preferred walking to running, but recent health concerns had me ramping up my exercise to add running. I like walking because it allows me to enjoy the scenery and listen to my podcasts properly. When I was in Vietnam, I was able to enjoy the different...

For the first time in our lives, we went to a concert that neither Che nor I chose for ourselves. Vino has an interestingly wide variety of musical tastes. I made him his own playlist on Spotify so that he can choose the music he wants to listen to. When you see it,...

I don’t get to go out much, but this day was an exception because one of my favorite podcast hosts and comedians were in town. I’ve been following Comedy Manila since around 2012-2013, I think, or even earlier when they were still part of Comedy Cartel. It was the...

Vino attended a friend’s birthday party on this day, but it was a different experience than I’ve gotten used to. Since we arrived in Singapore, most of the playdates saw parents dropping off kids then letting the host deal with them. For birthdays, it’s always been a...

I may not be very athletic, but I do love what sports has done for me. Whether I’m watching it or actually playing in one, it’s always been an important part of my life. I’ve met friends through it, and it’s been a good conversation starter for whoever. I’m always...