Jenaisle

@Jenaisle (15206)

Philippines

Joined myLot 17 years ago

Health professional in the academe. "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly" - Saint De Exupery

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Jenaisle's Discussions

Are you in favor of toy guns?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 10h

I don't allow my grandkids to play with toy guns, because they may think that it is the same when they see a real one. So, I prohibited them from playing with toy guns. What's more, there are people in the family who own guns, so...

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What is the first thing you do in the morning?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 9 Jul

The first thing I do in the morning is to thank God, the Universe, or whoever the Supreme Being out there is, who is in charge of the world, for another day to live a better life. Today, I can correct the errors I made yesterday....

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I can't fathom why people cry for their pets, until

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 7 Jul

Previously, I couldn't understand why people cry for their pets, until I had a pet dog that I was forced to take care of because my late husband brought her home. She was a snarky and mischievous one, and I named her Piper....

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He's happy, I'm happy.

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 6 Jul

I bought a toy firetruck for my grand tot, and he was so happy, showing off his new toy firetruck station. He played with it till late at night. He loves firetrucks and often imitates the sound of the siren. He's happy, I'm...

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It's a new day!

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 5 Jul

Yesterday was somewhat hectic with all the housework and nitty-gritty of daily living. I was unable to fulfill my daily rounds here on MyLot. Also, the teen grandson was crying and didn't want to talk about it. Today is a new...

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Yes, now, I remember

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 4 Jul

"Holy cow, I forgot! It's the fourth of July!" May the force be with my friends in the US. Happy 4th of July! I had witnessed one such event in 2019, and the fireworks were spectacular. Incidentally, today is also the Fil-Am...

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7 people

To do or not to do

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 3 Jul

I know the decision is on me, but I would like to 'ramble'. like many of us do here - like old friends. The university has extended an offer for a board exam review class for one session. I was excited at first because I had been...

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I like the lyrics of this song

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 3 Jul

As many know, I am a BTS ARMY (BTS fan). One of my favorite songs in their discography is "Not Today". The lyrics of the song go like this: "All the underdogs in the world A day may come when we lose But it is not today Today,...

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Loving yourself

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 29 Jun

It's human nature to care about ourselves first. Self-preservation is a human instinct that we all possess. Even animals aim for self-preservation. It is said that no greater love there is than that of a person who sacrifices...

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Let the weekend begin

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 27 Jun

So, I woke up with sore shoulders, but I am still alive. I have been in the Arm of Morpheus for at least 6 hours - unconscious, as if I were dead. Now, I can move my whole body and bask in the early morning sounds coming from the...

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Artists that make a difference

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 26 Jun

I just read in the news that Suga (Min Yoongi) of the Korean band BTS donated a whopping 5 BILLION won to a hospital supporting children with Autism in South Korea. It is the largest donation so far from any K-Pop idol. This...

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The 'terrible two' tot wants to go to school

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 26 Jun

My grandkid wants to go to school already. At 2.5 years, he is eager to learn about colors, read the alphabet, listen to stories, and count from 1 to 10. This is the same tot that I have mentioned before, who had tantrum attacks....

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7 people

How do you overcome this situation?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 25 Jun

So, I was replying to a friend's email when out of the blue, my brain just couldn't come up with a word that could express what was on my mind. My brain completely conked out. It scared me that this incident happened. Some people...

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Babysitting by older people

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 24 Jun

I am 60+ and while I experience decreased strength in carrying a baby, and have weaker stamina, and mobility, I still gain many benefits from taking care of my grandkids. I get to watch their first steps, first words, and the...

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What book/s do you recommend and why?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 24 Jun

When I was younger, I used to read 3 or more pocket books within a week. However, now that I am older, I rarely have the time to read anymore. I learned that there are online books that one can read instead of buying books or...

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Being a teacher is now complicated?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 23 Jun

Nowadays, teachers are being cautious about disciplining their students because they might be charged of "abuse of authority" or being reported and dubbed as the 'terror teacher'. Sometimes, a few students even commit suicide...

class discipline

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Do you pass the hat around relatives?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 21 Jun

When you need financial help badly and don't have any other options, do you pass the hat around your relatives? A cousin of mine did this. I was quite shocked because I never did that. I mean, I asked for help from relatives I am...

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How would you tell a 2.5 yr old kid this?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 19 Jun

How would you tell a 2.5-year-old kid that he is physically hurting you or someone? Do you spank him when he doesn't listen to your pleas to stop what he is doing? No matter how I explain to him that what he was doing hurts, he...

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Housewives are unsung heroes

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 19 Jun

I say this because I experienced how hard it is to balance housework, parenting, and sometimes having daytime jobs. Often, men come home from work and relax, while wives come from work and prepare dinner and the kids for the...

housewives

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I am an avid K-drama fan.

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (15206) • Philippines 18 Jun

Since I started being an ARMY(BTS fans), I also started watching Korean dramas. I find them fascinating, as the culture and customs are slightly different from mine. I started with the light-teen drama "Boys Over Flowers" and...

k dramas

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