Test Driving KaypeeBaby Nursing Wear

Posted on Oct 9, 2017 in Life | 1 comment

I loved wearing Kaypee Baby Nursingwear when I was pregnant. I wore it almost daily during my 5th to 9th month. The real test came after I...

US Tourist Visa Application Tips for Families

Posted on Oct 9, 2017 in Life | 3 comments

Are you thinking of applying for a US Tourist Visa, do not proceed WITHOUT the help of the US Visa Coach. I have applied for a US visa...

The Wonders of Cloth Diapers

Posted on Oct 2, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 2 comments

Did you know that cloth diapers can be beat disposables in terms of comfort and dryness? Do you know what type of cloth diapers is best for baby?

Curing Tooth Decay Naturally

Posted on Sep 11, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Is it possible to cure tooth decay? We have seen it with our daughter’s milk’s teeth. Here’s how it happened.

Healing In Jesus’ Name

Posted on Sep 8, 2017 in Passion | 0 comments

I woke up at dawn today with nervous tension from a bad dream. My stomach was in knots, my heart was racing and I had a bad headache. I thought I had to suffer through it the whole day, but God had another plan. . .

Breastfeeding Through The Toddler Years and Beyond

Posted on Aug 10, 2017 in Life, Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Why do babies love breast milk and why is it hard to wean a fully breastfed child? My 6-years-old clued me in.

My Little Miracles

Posted on Aug 3, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

​​Celebrated Zachary’s third month and Mishca’s conception day today…
As I looked at the vast ocean before me this afternoon,

My Journey Towards A (Super) Natural Waterbirth 

Posted on Jul 29, 2017 in Passion | 0 comments

This is the story of how God gave me the birth of my dreams without anesthesia or episiotomy exactly 6 years after a C-section.

Of Angels, Birthday Trips and Caterpillars  

Posted on Jul 15, 2017 in Passion | 0 comments

How many times has God protected us from untold dangers without our knowing? Here are some examples in my own life.

What Makes Him Smile

Posted on Jul 12, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Unlike his big sister, Zachary was very serious looking as a newborn. In his first few weeks, he seldom locked eyes with me and only does so when he needs to be fed or changed. When he was fast asleep, though, I would catch him flash a sweet smile now and then. It made me ask, “I wonder what makes you smile?”

A Welcome Interruption

Posted on Jul 10, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Alone time can be a challenge to carve out for a mom with little kids

Freedom Day

Posted on Jun 12, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

The Chinese gelai or postpartum confinement means forty days of no going out, no bathing and no visitors after giving birth. This is why I am thankful for it…

Breast Friends: 5 Things That Make Breastfeeding Easier

Posted on Jun 12, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Five things that will make breasfeeding more comfortable whether you’re nursing your first or 4th child!

Mother’s Day

Posted on May 14, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

They always say that being a mom is a thankless job, but not in our house. . .

Our Miracle Baby is Here!

Posted on May 8, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Sharing our joy at the birth of our miracle waterbaby Michael Zachary!

Supernatural Childbirth

Posted on Mar 21, 2017 in Passion | 0 comments

Author Jackie Mize was told by her doctor she would never have children. A miscarriage confirmed her fears. But then she discovered as she read the Bible that God has a better prognosis for her.

Bibliorganics’ 10% Store-Wide Discount

Posted on Mar 7, 2017 in Life | 0 comments

Do not fail to avail of Bibliorganics.com’s 10% discount this summer! Vaild until May 30 only!

The Woman Behind Kaypee Baby Maternity & Nursing Wear

Posted on Mar 1, 2017 in How To Enjoy Being A Mommy With No Nanny | 2 comments

What happens when an engineer becomes a nursing mom? Viola, a nursing wear brand is born! Read the inspiring story of KaypeeBaby Maternity and Nursingwear.

Kid StarMaker Promo on FIVERR for Kid’s Personalized Cartoons!

Posted on Feb 26, 2017 in Life | 0 comments

Kid StarMaker has teamed up with Fiverr to bring you our PERSONALIZED KIDS CARTOONS at very affordable prices. All Kid StarMaker videos...

A Love Feast

Posted on Feb 17, 2017 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

A simple meal can turn into a feast when love abounds.

GIVE-AWAY ALERT: Kaypee Baby Nursing Wear VALENTINES Treat!

Posted on Feb 7, 2017 in Life | 94 comments

Attention all pregnant and nursing mommies! This treat is for you. Kaypee Baby Nursing and Maternity Wear (Read my review of Kaypee Baby...

The Book “The Boy With One Hand” Now in Lazada

Posted on Feb 6, 2017 in Life | 0 comments

Good news to those looking to buy the local version of the book “The Boy With One Hand”. You may now grab a copy of the book...

Oppo F1s: Travel Essentials

Posted on Feb 5, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

My husband and I love taking unplanned joyrides and spontaneous trips, so much so that I always have a small overnight bag stashed in the car. I used to bring at least 2 cameras, but my Oppo phone has made travel light.

Fab Maternity & Nursing Wear That Won’t Break the Bank

Posted on Feb 1, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 7 comments

Find out what to look for in a nursing wear and learn about my new favorite brand!

Unclaimed Blessings in Heaven

Posted on Jan 27, 2017 in Passion | 0 comments

Jesus said: “I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have...

How Being Barefoot Heals

Posted on Jan 26, 2017 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

No matter how hard we tried, we could not get our daughter to wear slippers inside the house. Now all of us walk barefoot at home and it is not just because we want to keep our house clean. Being barefoot and connecting to the ground, we discovered, has healing properties.

Tokens from my 5-year-old

Posted on Dec 20, 2016 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Tokens from my 5-years-old who never fails to surprise me with her love and devotion 🙂 I was half asleep when Mishca barged into the...

Things That Make Mommies’ Lives Better

Posted on Aug 31, 2016 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

As a mommy with no nanny, I appreciate things that make life more efficient and convenient, so that I can spend quality time with my family. Here are some things on my list.

Simple Joys

Posted on Feb 20, 2016 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

A morning stroll  made me appreciate  our beautiful neighborhood. Michael and I love the great outdoors. When we were praying for a house,...

GREAT SAVINGS on Online Shopping through SHOPBACK!

Posted on Feb 16, 2016 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Here’s a way to earn cash while you shop online with SHOPBACK.

How to Get Kids to Consume Vegetables by 4-year-old Mishca Jadynn

Posted on Feb 8, 2016 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

Happy Chinese New Year! To start the year right, little Mishca has an advice to kids and parents alike. Mishca has been heartily eating...

Online Piano & Music Lessons for Preschool Kids (3-7 years. old)

Posted on Feb 1, 2016 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Kinderbach offers KinderBach Features a solid piano curriculum, fun characters and engaging videos. It suits children of all learning styles (visual, audio, kinethetic).

Mishca’s Surprise

Posted on Jan 20, 2016 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

“Mom, I have a loving surprise for you!” said four-and-a-half year-old Mishca yesterday morning.   It is a toy wrapped in clay...

A Truly Happy Meal

Posted on Jan 12, 2016 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Happy New  Year! I have finally found the time to attend exercise class at 7 AM  now that our schedule is more predictable and Mishca...

Yes, Your Baby Can Read!

Posted on Jan 11, 2016 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Mishca joined us in church last Nov. 21 and as we were about to sing, a new song flashed on the projector in church. I had a moment to ask...

Swimming in the Dead Sea

Posted on Dec 18, 2015 in Passion, Travel | 0 comments

In 1997, I had the chance to visit and wade in  the Dead Sea in Israel. It was not part of the tour, but our tour guide took us on a side...

The Bloggy Awards

Posted on Nov 28, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

Blogging is a way of life for me. I started blogging in 2004, long before people had real interest in blogs and  bloggers. My first blog...

#Wonderful Wanderlust

Posted on Nov 20, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

Apart from his zany humor, there is so much to love about my handsome husband, who also happens to be my best friend. One of the things I appreciate about him is his penchant for adventure. When we got married 7 years ago, he made a vow that we would not stop taking adventures together. It is one of the things that keep our marriage fresh.

Exercise Programs for Kids & Kids at Heart

Posted on Nov 18, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Gone are the days when I could spend hours working out in the gym. Since becoming a mommy with no nanny, I   use the precious minutes of...

Hacked!

Posted on Nov 14, 2015 in Passion | 0 comments

I have yet to know if my website is now 100% secure. It still boggles me why people do the things they do.

Bloggy Awards Finalist! :)

Posted on Nov 12, 2015 in Life | 2 comments

Mishca with the anti-dengue papaya leaf which we juice for her Mishca and I are down with dengue. This is her 3x time to get it this year...

Love Believes. . .

Posted on Nov 7, 2015 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Conversation with my husband while putting Mishca to sleep. . . Me: I  don’t know, I just have this thing na when I see...

Goin’ Bananas

Posted on Nov 3, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

On the morning of  our 7th year and 1 monthsary, I came to the kitchen to find this– My husband has never failed to surprise me with the...

Kid StarMaker Personalized Books, Music & CDs Big Christmas Discounts!

Posted on Oct 23, 2015 in iRecommend, Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

It’s that time of the year again! Delight the children in your life with Kid StarMaker personalized books, music and videos. We have a lot...

The Mommy With No Nanny at The Philippine Blogging Awards

Posted on Oct 20, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

If you think that The Mommy With No Nanny deserves your to be recognized in the Bloggys 2015, it would make me happy if you could vote for the blog and let it get some exposure. 🙂

Chel Quitoriano: A Mommy With No Nanny Who Homeschools Her Kids

Posted on Oct 20, 2015 in How To Enjoy Being A Mommy With No Nanny | 0 comments

Chel Quitoriano is a full-time mommy with no nanny of 2 bright kids. Chel has been homeschooling for almost 10 years,  since her firstborn...

TV: Our Wedding :)

Posted on Oct 3, 2015 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

Finally! My version of our wedding, which I edited months before our 7th anniversary. Shot in Pundaquit Beach & Capones Island,...

Q&A With My 4-Year-Old Mishca

Posted on Sep 30, 2015 in Everyday Bliss | 1 comment

Random Conversations with my 4-year-old daughter Mishca. . . June-July 2-15 Mishca: How do you know how to take care of me? Mom: Huh?...

What Is So Bad About Fluoride & The Alternative Against Tooth Decay

Posted on Sep 23, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Don’t let YOUR kids swallow their fluoride toothpaste! International studies show that fluoride is very toxic to the body.

A Glimpse of Eternity by Ian Mccormack

Posted on Sep 22, 2015 in Passion | 0 comments

Ian Mccormack had an amazing encounter with Jesus Christ in heaven and lived to tell about it.

Customized Dresses At Your Size

Posted on Sep 18, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Are you tired of  wearing dresses that are too skimpy or just don’t fit right? Fed up with the usual styles that they offer in the...

10 Tips to Successful Nurse Your Baby

Posted on Aug 1, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

August is breastfeeding month and I am feeling a bit sentimental. You see my daughter stopped nursing after her fourth birthday this May. I nursed her for four long years and I have no regrets.

Visions of Heaven and Hell

Posted on Jul 31, 2015 in Passion | 3 comments

Do you believe that heaven and hell exist? IF THE WORLD WERE TO END TODAY, DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOU WILL GO? This is the personal account of Sarah Boyanga who saw visions of heaven and hell. She saw Michael Jackson and Amiy Winehouse suffering in the fires of hell and in heaven met a sister she was not aware of who died before she was born.

Liana Peleo: Mommy with No Nanny of Two Kids & An Expat in Taiwan

Posted on Jun 20, 2015 in How To Enjoy Being A Mommy With No Nanny | 0 comments

  Are you thinking of becoming a mommy with no nanny? Be inspired by mom of two Liana Peleo. Mommy With No Nanny LIANA PELEO is  a...

Cross the Red Sea With Me

Posted on May 8, 2015 in Passion | 0 comments

The Red Sea parting: Is it real or just a story used to entertain kids in Sunday School? Here is a compelling 17-minute documentary with...

The Real Noah’s Ark

Posted on May 6, 2015 in Passion | 0 comments

Did you know that Noah’s Ark has been found intact on top of Mt. Ararat in Turkey?  Watch this amazing video from Phenomenon: The...

Amazon Promotional Offer of the Children’s Book The Dog That Followed Me Home!

Posted on May 1, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

The KINDLE version of my  children’s book The Dog That Followed Me Home is now on sale in AMAZON.COM.  Instead of $4.99, the Kindle...

Protected: Michael 2015 Birthday! Jan. 2

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Protected: New Year At Pico De Loro Jan.4-6, 2014

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The Untold Story About Childhood Vaccines

Posted on Mar 12, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

“In the 25 years that we doubled the vaccinations we had given our children, we have seen a doubling of learning disabilities, a doubling of attention deficit -hyperactivity disorder, a doubling of asthma, a tripling of diabetes, and a 600% increase of autism in every state.” -Barbara Loe Fisher, US National Vaccine Information Center WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE HAVING YOUR NEWBORN VACCINATED

Fun Mandarin Classes for Your Kids

Posted on Mar 5, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

According to New York Language Workshop for Children director Francois Thibaut, the ability to hear different phonetic pronunciations is sharpest before age 3. If you are looking for non-traditional ways to introduce your child to the Mandarin language, consider the following.

Heaven

Posted on Mar 3, 2015 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

  Dinner. Mishca asks about heaven and hell. Mishca: “Why we need to tell people about Jesus?” Mommy: ” We need to...

Are We Paying To Unwittingly POISON Our Kids?

Posted on Mar 2, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Is an aggressive vaccine policy has dangerous for your child? An American neurosurgeon, a UCLA pediatrician and a Philadelphia-trained nephrologist say yes. In fact, the latter left conventional practice when she saw how vaccines have damaged her patients’ health, requiring them to have dialysis for life. Do you need to stop getting vaccinations for your kids? Read what INFORMED & CARING DOCTORS have to say!

What Vaccines & GMOs Do to Your Children’s Health & What You can Do About It

Posted on Feb 28, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Know the real dangers of exposing your child to vaccines and GMOs and the multi-million dollar industries that are behind it. Featuring expert interviews from experts in research and medicine. This is a must-watch for every parent. The documentary is FREE to watch UNTIL MARCH 6 only!

How To Make White Hair Black Again

Posted on Feb 21, 2015 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Is there a natural cure for premature gray hair?

Tagaytay 2-9-2015

Posted on Feb 15, 2015 in Snapshots | 0 comments

I have fond memories as a child running and playing on the lawn of Taal Vista Hotel and now I am just happy to see my daughter have the...

A Different Valentines

Posted on Feb 14, 2015 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

I always hear people talk about the depths of a mother’s love, but not about the unconditional love that a child has for her mother. This Valentines I thank God for letting me experience a love that I never, in most of my adult life, knew existed.

In Awe of God

Posted on Feb 9, 2015 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

It is only in nature that I come to realize how big God is and how small I am. Then, it dawns on me how great He truly is for even minding...

Limited Offer: FREE DOWNLOAD of the Children’s Book The Dog That Followed Me Home!

Posted on Jan 10, 2015 in Life | 0 comments

Excited to share that my children’s book entitled The Dog That Followed Me Home is now in Amazon. And as a new year’s gift to...

The Book in My Mind!

Posted on Dec 16, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Ten years ago, I had an out-of-this-world encounter with a sweet little creature. When I became a mom 4 years ago, I dreamed of writing a...

TV: Direk Jeric Soriano

Posted on Dec 12, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

Before there was a Direk Paul Soriano, there’s  Direk Jeric Soriano, his dad and mentor. I grew up watching Direk Jeric’s...

Moving Mountains

Posted on Nov 27, 2014 in Passion | 0 comments

Can faith really move mountains? Here is proof from the annals of history. . .

The Three-Year-Old Evangelist

Posted on Nov 19, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

“Mommy, why Jesus did not complain when He was on the cross?” Mishca asked on our way down from Tagaytay last July 6. That question caught...

BIBLIORGANICS All-Natural Store Is Now Open!

Posted on Oct 23, 2014 in Life | 0 comments

  When Michael and I were living in Vancouver, we loved going to Whole Foods. The store sells organic produce, personal care products and...

Grateful for Life!

Posted on Aug 19, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

My daughter MIshca celebrated her 3rd birthday in Baguio. It was the first time we didn’t have a party but had a quiet celebration...

Why Switch to Washable Feminine Pads?

Posted on Aug 17, 2014 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

AN INTIMATE SURVEY: 99% of the women we talked to admitted they get rashes during their period. What’s a woman to do?

TV: Gary V Anniversary Concert

Posted on Aug 2, 2014 in Directed by Jenn, TV | 0 comments

Gary V is celebrating his 30th year in Showbiz and he is performing at the Mall of Asia as I type this. Flashback: Fourteen years ago, I had the privilege of covering his 16th year concert at the Fort. Talked to the people closest to him–The Manoeuvres (I still cannot spell it properly 14 years later!), his son Paolo and his dad Vic who happened to be my first photography teacher!

Sinfully Healthy Desserts: Malunggay Polvoron (Moringa Wheat Cakes)

Posted on Jul 9, 2014 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

Interested in making your kids eat more veggies without them knowing it? Why not serve veggies for dessert? Here’s an idea. .

WIN A MOMMY PACKAGE!

Posted on May 30, 2014 in Life | 2 comments

The Mommy With No Nanny, in partnership with Bibliorganics.com and Fanalo.com , is giving away a Mommy Package to a fabulous STAY-AT-HOME...

TV: The Largest High School in The World

Posted on Apr 23, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

Did you know that Jose Rizal High School in Pasig City is the “largest secondary school in the world” since 1993 as listed by the...

TV: Kidnapped! The Geraldine Ong Story

Posted on Apr 14, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

Kidnapped! This is an amazing story of Sunday School teacher Geraldine Ong and how God’s word protected her and saved her from her...

35 Fun & Funny Ways to Make Life With Kids Easier

Posted on Apr 5, 2014 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Clever Parenting Ideas Every Parent Needs To Know

TV: Health & Fitness Advice from Tina Juan

Posted on Apr 4, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

Fitness Expert Tina Juan shares how you can make the most out of life through a healthy diet and exercise Posted with permission from CBN...

TV: The Salon De Manila Bride

Posted on Apr 3, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

Are you getting hitched soon? Watch Salon de Manila’s Pin Antonio, as she gives hair and make-up tips for your dream wedding.    ...

TV: The Pahiyas Festival

Posted on Apr 3, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 0 comments

The Pahiyas Festival is celebrated every May 15 in Lucban, Quezon Province. Take a peek at how the people of Quezon prepare to celebrate...

TV: Confessions of a Former Satanist

Posted on Apr 2, 2014 in Directed by Jenn | 1 comment

This is the story of Elwin Legaspi who dabbled with dark forces and almost lost his soul. Watch how God saved him from his destructive...

Hugs and A Caramel Bar

Posted on Apr 2, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

At the Babypalooza bazaar last Saturday March 29. . . Mishca met a 4-year-old girl who was wearing a pink shirt and a silver crown....

Potty Training & The Love Languages: What Worked For Us

Posted on Apr 2, 2014 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

Our long-time family friend and reflexiologist Vicky Yao swears she potty trained both her kids when they were  just 4 months old.  Now a...

Filipino Parenting in the 21st Century by Harold & Darlene Sala

Posted on Mar 29, 2014 in Directed by Jenn, Passion, TV | 0 comments

How do you raise good and godly kids in such a time as this?  How do you make sure that your children don’t rebel when they reach their teens? Let’s get some nuggets of wisdom from authors and speakers Harold and Darlene Sala

Event: Babypalooza in Ateneo March 29, Saturday 10-7PM

Posted on Mar 26, 2014 in Events | 0 comments

BIBLIORGANICS & KIDSTARMAKER  will be at the BABYPALOOZA Bazaar this Saturday at ATENEO De Manila’s  ISO CENTER in Katipunan...

TV: From the Farm to Your Table–How HOLLY’S MILK is Made

Posted on Mar 21, 2014 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

How do you get fresh milk from Holstein-Sahiwal cows? How do you know you are drinking premium, all-natural farm fresh milk? Watch this video. . .

TV: Her 2nd Birthday on Sesame Street!

Posted on Mar 20, 2014 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

Did I just say I love kiddie parties?  After deliberating for months whether to have a simple private celebration at home or a party with...

TV: Mishca’s Precious Moments Birthday

Posted on Mar 12, 2014 in Show & Tell | 0 comments

I love birthday parties! It must be the child in me and the license to eat all that junk food! Hot dog, dirty ice cream, cotton candy, cupcakes. . . I look forward to ’em all! Before my child turned one, I didn’t know that party planning could be just as fun as attending one!

iRecommend: Holly’s Premium Farm Fresh Milk

Posted on Mar 5, 2014 in iRecommend | 3 comments

My daughter Mishca has never been a milk formula fan. When she was an infant, the first formula she ever tried made her colicky. When she was a little bigger, we tried to supplement with 3 more brands and all failed the test. One was too sweet, the other too bland and still another tasted like cardboard. What did the trick was fresh milk! But is fresh milk really fresh when it has a shelf life of 6-months or more?

My Strawberry Patch Kid

Posted on Feb 21, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

I have a daughter who munches on raw cherry tomatoes, loves eating broccoli and considers celery a treat. I don’t take credit for her “peculiar” habit.

Free Lessons for Pre-nursery Kids

Posted on Feb 19, 2014 in Life, Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

What do you do with a bored two-year-old who is advanced for her age? Take her to preschool or playgroup! But if you are on a budget or has a toddler who has an erratic napping schedule like I do, that might not be the best option for now.

The Valentine’s Show

Posted on Feb 14, 2014 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

“Mishca, mom will be on TV,” I woke my toddler up at almost midnight last night. Right when she opened her eyes,  I appeared...

Those Three Words

Posted on Nov 2, 2013 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

This afternoon she did it again. Waking up from her afternoon nap,the first words that escaped from my 30- month-old daughter’s words as she groggily sat up. . .

Cut Your Breast Cancer Risk in Half Naturally

Posted on Nov 1, 2013 in Mommy Solutions | 0 comments

10 Simple Lifestyle Strategies to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

Work of Art

Posted on Aug 9, 2013 in Everyday Bliss | 0 comments

Today my little artist was busy at work with her Playdoh Gumball machine. When she was done with her creation, she exclaimed:
“I like to give it to mommy!” Then she ran to hand me the gift, a red bear made of clay.