LAST CON OF 2025
I finally sat down today after weeks of traveling, getting sick, and hopping from one event to another. Last weekend was my very last convention of the year, and I also took the chance to visit my brother in Pampanga as part of the trip. It was such a fun time, seeing friends and family gather and show their support. And honestly, Pampanga has so much good food everywhere. It reminded me of Thailand because it felt like all we did was eat. Camp Luna’s drinks were amazing. I had the best strawberry latte ever, and usually when a café specializes in coffee, the non-coffee drinks are just okay, but this one… they really know what they’re doing. Then we ate at Ramenyaman, which is literally across a gas station, but the food tasted like it came from a Michelin-star kitchen. The gyoza? I finished two whole orders by myself.
best gyoza ever!
this ramen is also fire!
matcha latte for dad & strawberry latte for me and baby.
Going to church with my husband, our kid, my siblings, my mom, and our churchmates made my Sunday feel extra special. I never actually experienced going to church as a family growing up, even though all the adults are asking me to believe in God. But I knew in my heart that I believe in a ” Creator” although I wasn’t sure which one. Now that I have my own family, it’s truly a blessing that I understand it more now. And I also saw how content my daughter was. I was happy even though we were late to my shop’s opening because I truly believe that when you put God first, He takes care of the rest. And I wasn’t wrong. The event turned out so successful that I was honestly overwhelmed. After the two-day event, my family even went bowling until midnight. I couldn’t join because my legs were dead (which I take as a sign that the event went well), but it made me happy just seeing them enjoy. We went straight home after, and I’m so blessed that my mom drove us back. She waited for my events to finish just so she could pick me up herself. Thank you, Mommy. I know I’m an adult now, but I still feel like a little girl when I’m around my family.
This year alone, we did six conventions, three pop-ups, and one concert appearance. When I look back, I can’t believe how fast everything has been moving. Sometimes I overwhelm myself because slowing down never really feels like an option for me.
Now that I’m home, I let out a heavy sigh looking at the unpacked boxes everywhere. We moved just a week and a half ago and the house is still chaotic, but the work doesn’t stop. I want to give my best to everything and make sure it all comes together the way I envision it. Growing up, I wasn’t allowed to say things like “our house is a mess,” especially to anyone outside the family. I don’t know if that’s something you experienced too, but ever since I became a mom, I honestly cannot remember what a completely tidy home looks like. I just learned to function in the chaos. And right now, that’s exactly what my home looks like. It’s funny because I write about demons and supernatural horrors, but it’s these simple, everyday things that I battle with the most. What’s even funnier is that we ran out of garlic, and garlic is essential for my family’s favorite dishes. So here I am, about to write a grocery list for tomorrow, but first I wanted to sit down and talk about all these random things. I think writing your thoughts is important. It helps you stay connected to yourself.
In the coming weeks, we’re finishing production for our books. Book One and the Manga One-Shot are being printed at the same time, and we’re working hard to make sure they’re ready by January. It’s risky since the holidays are so close, but I spoke with our printing company and we’ll make it. At this point, I’m leaving everything up to God. I don’t want to stress more than I should.
Aside from that, I’m doing the marketing, admin work, and website maintenance. It’s a lot, but I know it’s all necessary for the business to grow.
When I started Eyes See You, I already knew where I wanted to take it: I wanted it to become one of the best animes of all time. I want to keep saying it until it stops sounding ridiculous to me. I don’t want to “be the best” to compete with anyone. I just want to tell a story so good it changes people.
Anyway, I’ve been rambling, but I’m really grateful I have this space to share my thoughts. If you’re reading this, I hope you’re exactly where you want to be, or at least on your way there.
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