Moss Remedies

Technology moves so fast that, without even noticing, we end up interacting less with people and feeling less connected to nature. A lot of things and even relationships, get replaced along the way.
But that sense of warmth~ it still has to come from within. Lately, my days have been full in the best way, and I can feel my sense of happiness growing.

Spending time with my church group, serving together, cooking and sharing homemade food at a friend’s place, going to birthday parties and meeting new people, receiving simple but thoughtful gifts like eggs and fresh fish from friends… chatting with other moms and kids at school, enjoying meals and walks in nature with friends, talking about everything and nothing, holding hands with my partner, sharing our thoughts about life.

All of these moments have filled my heart with so much joy and contentment. They’ve also taught me to slow down and really cherish the present, to create more beautiful memories for myself, so I can face the uncertainty of the future with a little more peace.

Taking the time to truly feel those unexpected moments in life is like opening up a little hand warmer inside your soul😌😌quiet, gentle, but deeply comforting.

科技的快速進步讓我們不知不覺的減少與人的互動與大自然的連結，很多人事物隨之被取代。
但那份溫暖感還是需要由心底而來的去感受，近期充實的行程，讓我對於人生的幸福逐步加溫。
教會小組的團聚與服侍，在朋友家一起手做美食及共享、參與生日派對和新認識的朋友，收到好友贈與的雞蛋和生魚、在學校與其他媽媽和孩子的互動，跟好友一起用餐和走在大自然中愉快的暢談、與另外一半牽手走路，天南地北的分享心事，所有的種種讓幸福感和喜悅感充滿我心，也學會更珍惜讓當下為自己創造更多美好的回憶，以應付對未來未知旅程的擔憂。
用心花時間去感受人生中的不期而遇，打開存在裡頭的暖暖包。

Do you ever feel like when you’re giving, you’re actually receiving at the same time?

Recently, the natural disasters on Oahu have caused a lot of loss for many people, so there are different platforms encouraging donations of supplies and money. I saw Shake Moa’s IG and thought I’d do a small part, so I went to Costco to pick up some things to donate. I also needed eggs at home anyway, so it felt like a good way to support a local business too.

I didn’t expect that such a small action would bring back something so unexpectedly meaningful. I’m really grateful for and their generosity. Seeing how they continue to show up for the island’s Ohana, encouraging, supporting, and helping through action, really touched me.

Of course, there are also many people, whether I know them or not, who are speaking up and helping out together. I truly believe that this cycle of kindness will come back around and continue to bless others.

If you’d like to help too, whether through time or money, there are many resources and links on IG. And if you’re not able to contribute physically or financially right now, that’s okay, offering a prayer, making a call, or sending a message to check in on someone is also a beautiful way to share kindness.
Research even shows that helping others brings a sense of happiness and fulfillment that’s really beneficial for your health. 😊

有沒有覺得當你在付出的時候，其實是你也在收穫？

最近歐胡島的天災造成不少人的損失，因此會有一些平台鼓勵大家的資助物資和金錢。
我看了Shake Moa 的IG， 想說盡一小份心力，因此去了好市多採買然後捐贈，剛好家裡也需要雞蛋，所以更要支持當地商業。

我沒想到只是這樣的小舉動，換回來超乎想像的意外收穫，謝謝@shakamoaeggs 的大方給予，看著他們為了這島嶼的Ohana ，一直在行動上鼓勵、陪伴與幫助，我真的很感謝也很感動。
當然還有許多認識或不認識的人一起呼籲幫助，相信善的循環一定也會回流繼續祝福他們。
如果你也想盡一份心力，不論是體力或金錢的幫助 ，IG上有許多可以幫助的連結平台。如果無法身體力行或財務較緊縮，口語的禱告或是打電話和傳簡訊問候都是一份美好傳遞，科學研究有顯示：幫助別人得到的快樂成就感是非常有益身體健康。❤️

Seven years ago today, right before Lunar New Year you were born. After three days of contraction and being sent home from the hospital three times, you finally decided to arrive on the night of the full moon. From the very first moment you came into this world, you made us feel how lucky we were to become parents.
You were the easiest baby — eat, sleep, p**p repeat. Whoever held you, you were happy. Everyone loved you, and still does.
What I’m especially grateful for is that at that time, I honestly wasn’t doing very well myself. I was overwhelmed and barely able to take care of everything. But your calm and easygoing personality made it possible for me to keep moving forward without so much worry. You gave me strength when I didn’t even realize I needed it.
As you’ve grown, you’ve always had such a strong curiosity about the world. Your imagination and creativity amaze me. Sometimes I have to remind you not to be too much, but secretly, I admire your fearless spirit. From your very first day of school, when you barely understood English, to now, still loving school so much, you continue to surprise me. You even lead your siblings into new and unknown experiences with confidence and excitement.
Because of you, Caleb and I have grown so much too. Our life journey has been fuller, richer, and more meaningful.
Thank you for telling me every day that you love me. Thank you for all the hugs.
Please keep exploring this big world, and may you always discover the things that truly light up your heart.
Today is the 15th day of the Lunar New Year, which means it’s the Lantern Festival. If you’re not able to carry lanterns, you can celebrate like we do, by eating tangyuan (sweet rice balls).
They symbolize family togetherness and reunion. 🏮

Although spring has already arrived, the weather lately has been windy and rainy, making it easy for my hands and feet to feel cold. My body often feels less flexible as well.
I usually wake up early and take advantage of the quiet time before my child gets up to create a peaceful self-care routine for myself.
I prepare a bucket of hot water, keeping the temperature at a level my feet can comfortably handle, and add a little ginger powder before soaking my feet. At the same time, I heat two heating pads in the microwave and place them on the back of my neck and my abdomen, helping my body warm up from the inside out. I soak until I start to sweat lightly, then wrap a scarf around my neck and shoulders to prevent catching a chill, and finish by drinking a cup of warm water.
This simple daily wellness routine works well whether done in the morning or before bedtime. It helps improve circulation, relax the body, and support better sleep.
If you happen to be reading this, consider setting aside some time to try it for yourself or for someone you care about. With consistency over time, your body will surely feel subtle yet meaningful improvements.
I’d also like to remind those who easily get cold hands and feet to pay extra attention to staying warm during seasonal transitions. Keeping the body warm naturally helps strengthen resistance as well.

雖然已經入春，但近來又是颳風下雨的天氣，手腳特別容易冰冷，四肢也常感到僵硬、不夠靈活。
早起的我，總會趁孩子還沒起床時，為自己準備一段安靜的養生時光。
我會提一桶熱水，水溫控制在雙腳能夠舒適承受的範圍內，再加入些許薑粉，將雙腳浸泡其中。同時，用微波爐加熱兩個熱敷枕，分別放在頸後與腹部，幫助身體由內而外暖起來。一直泡到身體微微出汗後，再披上一條能包覆脖子與肩膀的圍巾，避免受涼，結束喝一杯溫熱水。
這樣的日常養生方式，不論是早起後或睡前進行，都很適合用來促進身體循環、放鬆身心，也能幫助入睡。
若你正好讀到這篇文章，不妨找個時間，為自己或親愛的家人試試看；日積月累，身體一定能感受到細微卻真實的改變。
也提醒同樣容易手腳冰冷的你，在季節轉化下務必多注意保暖，讓身體維持溫暖，自然也能提升抵抗力。

Need your help🙏🙏

https://gofund.me/d29d332ab

My oldest son was classmates with their daughter in preschool. We met these parents at their daughter’s birthday party, and they were incredibly warm and friendly. They cooked tacos and other food themselves for everyone at the party, everything was made with so much care and was absolutely delicious. We also met many other parents there, and all the kids were very polite. We truly liked this family a lot.

Not long after that, because of their military service, they were relocated from Hawaii to Texas to start a new chapter in their lives. Since then, we’ve only stayed in touch occasionally through Instagram.

Yesterday, the mom reached out to me and asked for help. After talking with her, I found out that their family is going through an extremely difficult time. Due to a misunderstanding, the father is currently unable to work and can no longer be the financial support for the family. Now the mom has to take on everything by herself, supporting five children, all under the age of 12.

When I heard this, my heart really sank. As a mom myself, I know how incredibly hard it is to work while raising children, and doing it alone with five young kids is unimaginably difficult. On top of that, they don’t know when the father’s situation will be cleared.

She asked if I could help by sharing their GoFundMe page, so I wanted to use whatever platform I have to help spread the word. If you see this post, I truly hope you can help by sharing it as well. Any amount means so much , no donation is too small. If you’re willing to help in any way, I would be deeply grateful.
Keep praying for the family 🙏.