Homemade Stories

Some things are worth more than money. Some things are worth everything. Twelve-year-old Maya doesn't understand her father. While other kids' parents sell and trade and hustle, her Papa grows wheat in a country that runs on rice. He tends tomatoes, ampalaya, and squash on a small plot of inherited land. He grinds flour by hand with a stone mill. He bakes pandesal and cookies that fill their little apartment with warmth-but he refuses to sell any of it. Not the vegetables. Not the bread. Nothing. "It's for us," he says. "For the family." Her mother, Liza, sells shaved ice from a cart on their front lawn and sighs at the money they could be making. Maya dreams of new sneakers, of a life that looks more like her friends'. The gap between what her father gives and what the world says they need grows wider every day. Then one Tuesday afternoon, everything changes. A game of Scouts with her friends turns into something real when a stranger buys their "Survival Biscuits"-her father's cookies-for five hundred pesos. In the chaos that follows, Maya fights her best friend Rico for the money. She wins. But the victory tastes like nothing at all. What happens next will teach Maya, her mother, and everyone around them what it truly means to be rich. Shaved Ice and Wheat is a tender, heartwarming short story about family, friendship, and the quiet wisdom of a father who farms not for the market, but for the soul. Perfect for readers who love stories about food, Filipino family life, and the small moments that change everything. Tags #filipinofamily #sliceoflife #shortstory #familyvalues #fatherdaughter #foodstory #comingofage #friendship #forgiveness #humility #warmstory #heartfelt #filipinoculture #simpleliving #farmlife #garden #homemade #growingup #lifelessons #wholesome #asianfamily #philippines #tender #bittersweet #middleGrade #youngreaders #familydrama #quietstory #slowliving #meaningful #storytime #shortchapters #booklover #reader #wattpad #wattys

Every recipe tells a story. Every story leaves a mark. The Spiced Notebook is a cozy, raw, and vivid slice-of-life journey through flavor, identity, and personal growth. Blending the warmth of home-cooked meals with honest reflections, it follows the moments that shape us-from the sizzle of a cast-iron skillet to the lingering warmth of spices on the tongue. Filled with vibrant memories, personal notes, and a dash of chaotic creativity, this isn't just a collection of thoughts-it's a sanctuary written straight from the heart. Updates weekly. Grab a cup of tea, open the page, and settle in. 🌿✨

Many have called the avocado "nature's butter." Those people are horribly, horribly wrong. Nature's butter is ACTUAL BUTTER, and over the course of a surprisingly uncomplicated but transformative journey, you'll see why. Let the beautiful metamorphosis unfold!

"Follow Emily and her family as they embark on a delightful Mother's Day adventure, filled with 55 heartwarming ways to celebrate Mom. From heartfelt gestures like breakfast in bed and homemade crafts to outdoor escapades and a cozy movie night, each moment is infused with love and gratitude. With a sweet surprise cake adding to the joy, this story captures the essence of family bonds and the magic of honoring the special women in our lives, leaving readers inspired to create their own cherished memories."

This is a book about all different recipes including pasta in cheese sauce and chilli con carne

In which I cultivate a sourdough starter from scratch, and attempt to bake various loaves of bread using only the wild yeasts that magically populate the starter. Bread-making is microbiology at its finest. And most delicious.

Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we explore the rich tradition of homemade pickles and delicacies. From tangy mango pickles to sweet treats, discover the authentic flavors and cherished recipes that bring joy to every table. Join us in celebrating the art of homemade goodness and savoring the essence of tradition in every bite. Delight your taste buds with a diverse range of homemade delicacies! Indulge in the sweet allure of fruit jelly, savor the juicy goodness of mango slices, and relish the nostalgic charm of aam papad. For a burst of tangy flavor, try our Imly candy or lemon chutney, or enjoy the health benefits of Amla murabba. With each bite, experience the essence of homemade goodness and the richness of tradition. #HomemadePickles #Delicacies #FruitJelly #MangoSlice #AamPapad #ImlyCandy #LemonChutney #AmlaMurabba

The original game of 5 Nights at Freddy's but with my little pony, and a couple of twists from my twisted mind!