Retention Bandages for PGH

I sent my second batch of crocheted bandages to PGH. Leprosy patients need these bandages, and handmade ones are more durable than store-bought ones. I am immensely honored to be able to make these for them. #speakhooksam #crochetersofinstagram

Local Top from Shopee

BUY MY LOCALLY-MADE TOP HERE: https://shope.ee/8zjDWliVlI 🧵 Just sent 6 handmade retention bandages to PGH today! These will be used by leprosy patients. It was an honor to crochet these, and as a PWD, I felt glad helping other people in need. 🧵 #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam #crochetersofinstagram #retentionbandages #leprosybandage @blusaatbpbysasha

Folding Chair from Shopee

Crocheting bandages for leprosy patients is my current volunteer work. I am just one of many crafters who are dedicating our time for this cause. To volunteer, please visit Knits by May on Facebook. 🩹 To support me, please continue to click on my Shopee links. Any purchase you make using my links, without necessarily purchasing the specific items that I promote, lets me earn commissions which allows me to buy my needs as a PWD. 🩹 Buy my folding chair here: https://shope.ee/8pP7yfRk7Z 🪑 #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam #speakhooksam #crochetersofinstagram

Crocheting for Leprosy Patients

I just finished my first retention bandage for leprosy patients and I am making more in my spare time, until my supplies last. As a PWD, I quietly find ways to help my fellow PWDs through volunteer activities and supporting small businesses. If you would also like to crochet or knit retention bandages, please visit Knits by May on Facebook. Yarn used for this project can be purchased here: https://shope.ee/2q7iVkq2LO 🧶 #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam #speakhooksam

Terno Para Sa Chemo!

If you need pajamas, please consider buying from @affordapol_store, as they are raising funds for the business owner’s chemotherapy. The fabric is cool even in this summer heat. Buy their pajamas here: https://shope.ee/7AGarbcquW ☁️ #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam

World Vision Sponsor Since 2007 🧡

I have been sponsoring a child to school through @worldvisionphl ever since 2007! Every time you buy a book from me or click on my Shopee affiliate links, do know that part of the proceeds to go to my sponsored child. Thank you for helping me thrive and pay it forward!🧡

2024 Cats of Trinoma Calendar

I would like to promote @catsoftrinoma and all the good work that they do for the cats in our community 🐱 Please support by purchasing their merch, such as this 2024 calendar 📅 Buy it here 🐈 Photo by Cats of Trinoma 🐱 #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam

Lolopops Pastillas

Lolopops pastillas! These are really good- let’s continue supporting Lolo Lito by buying his pastillas here 🍬 #supportlolopops #shopeesambassador #shopaholicsam

16 Years with World Vision

I started being a @worldvisionphl sponsor in 2007. I recently celebrated my 16th anniversary as a child sponsor. 🧡 Also, I claimed my 15th anniversary certificate during the organization’s first in-person event for child sponsors in a long time. 🧡 I would like to thank @askmigslopez for accompanying me to the event, and to Rona of World Vision for assisting me. 🧡

15 Years with World Vision 🧡

I started sponsoring a @worldvisionphl kid in 2007, and just like that, it’s been 15 joyful years!🧡 You too can find personal fulfillment in changing the life of a child. Sponsor a child for ₱9,000/year. Or donate ₱1,000 to provide Noche Buena for a family this Christmas 🎄 Be a blessing today!🧡

15 Years of Child SponsorshIp

Celebrating 15 years of being a @worldvisionphl child sponsor with a self-development webinar! I started being a child sponsor when I was still in college, and I never looked back! And just like that, it’s been 15 years of sharing my blessings and knowing that I am able to impact a child’s life. 🧡 Please also consider sponsoring a child by visiting @worldvisionphl! 🧡 #worldvisionph

Christmas Volunteering

Volunteered at Ateneo! We repacked relief goods for the Typhoon Odette victims 🤍 To donate relief goods, please contact the Tanging Yaman Foundation. God bless you!

Emergency Appeal for Typhoon Odette Victims

Hi everyone, I hope that we can all help our brothers and sisters who were affected by the recent Typhoon Odette. Please refer to the image below from the Philippine Red Cross on how to give immediate relief to the victims who need them most. Thank you and God bless!

UNICEF Hero of the Week

Thank you Runrio Events, Inc. and UNICEF Philippines for featuring me as your Hero of the Week!💙

Heroes For Children 2021

I joined @unicefphils’ #heroesforchildren2021 because I wanted to stay fit and healthy while a) releasing my first book and b) helping children in need! I enjoyed this challenge and I am grateful to have finished the race 💙 #fitspo @runrio_inc

Hair for Hope

I would like to thank Hair for Hope for recognizing my donation. I feel fantastic after donating my hair!

I encourage you to consider donating to Hair for Hope as well. Please visit their Facebook page for more details. Thank you!

I Donated My Hair!

I recently donated my hair! This was my first haircut in more than two years, so it was a momentous occasion for me.

I had my haircut at Heads by Volu-med Salon, as they offer a discounted cut and style package for those who want to donate their hair to cancer patients. Best of all, the shoulder the shipping fee of the hair donation to Hair for Hope Philippines.

This is my second time to donate my hair to cancer patients. I feel so empowered to have the ability to help them in my own little way.

Please visit Hair for Hope to also donate your hair! God bless you!

Dance for Hope and A Cure

Yesterday, I joined a dance party for a friend’s fundraiser. She is undergoing chemotherapy, so a common friend organized a Zumba party via Zoom. In keeping with the times, we kept on dancing to some retro beats online. Our socially distant party was a lot of fun and I really burned some calories while at home.

While I miss dancing outdoors at our local park, I understand that the pandemic is still upon us and it is best to just workout at home. I am glad that there are online options to stay fit and active! I hope that this inspires you to also exercise while on quarantine.

World Vision Virtual Community Visit

Last June 4, we had a Virtual Community Visit to Baseco, Manila with World Vision Philippines. As a World Vision sponsor for the past fourteen years, I appreciated the online tour around Baseco. I felt blessed to be a part of this organization that champions children’s education and community development.

It was heartwarming to know that the children’s education has been uninterrupted during the pandemic, and that the livelihood training for their family members has been continuously thriving. One example was the tailoring shop where Baseco mothers found steady income and employment. Aside from that, World Vision also provided values training, financial literacy, and food assistance.

I look forward to more years of being a World Vision Child Sponsor! To also become a child sponsor, visit the World Vision website to learn more. And to help support World Vision’s blended learning initiatives during the pandemic, please donate via their Shopee page!

Thank you and God bless us all!

Octopals!

I have been volunteering as a crocheter since the lockdown was imposed last March 2020. The corona virus has cancelled all my events and outside work, so I dedicated my energy and skills to donating earsavers to medical frontliners via Earsavers for Lifesavers PH. Since the project has already attracted numerous volunteer crocheters across the Philippines, I have joined another charity called Bayaniyarn. They donate crocheted and knitted beanies and octopus amigurumi dolls to premature babies at government hospital NICUs across the country. So far, I have already finished a box of Monaco mercerized cotton and crocheted 22 octopals for preemies.

I am enjoying this new project so far, and I have also crocheted a few beanies already. I hope to turn these over to Bayaniyarn in time for Christmas.

Please also consider volunteering for Bayaniyarn if you know how to knit or crochet! It will make your heart fuller and your quarantine more meaningful.