The Leveiza Journal
Thoughtful routines, quiet inspiration, and the scents becoming part of the life unfolding around us.
How to Prevent Candle Tunneling and Get a More Even Burn
A little care can help prevent candle tunneling and encourage a cleaner, more even burn. Learn how to handle the first burn, trim the wick, avoid drafts, and know when it is time to extinguish your candle.
Read MoreHow Do We Raise the Next Filipino Generation in America?
Raising children and grandchildren in America has made me think deeply about what it means to preserve our Filipino identity. Beyond food and traditions, I hope they inherit our respect for elders, lived faith, and instinct to find family wherever we go.
Read MoreHow to Make Your Home Feel Cozy for Fall Without Redecorating
September may still feel like summer in Texas, but it turns our thoughts toward home and the season ahead. Here are simple ways to create a cozy fall feeling using what you already have.
Read MoreWhat I Want My Grandchildren to Remember About Our Home
My grandchildren may not remember these early years clearly, but I hope they remember how our home made them feel: welcomed, cared for, and deeply loved.
Read MoreHow I Make the Kitchen Feel Warm and Welcoming After Cooking
After the cooking is done, a few simple changes help my kitchen shift from a busy workspace into a warm place where everyone can gather.
Read MoreThe Love That Comes From Being a Lola
Becoming Lola has shown me what the years of motherhood became: love carried forward through my children and into the lives of my grandchildren.
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