About
Take a look at snippets of my life – as wife and mother; as a Filipino expat in Brazil; my dreams, hobbies, and passions; my childhood; my experiments with food and recipes; my struggles and triumphs; and how God is teaching me the things that matter in this life in many and sometimes unexpected ways.
I’m Kathleen D. Solis, 31 years old and a communication specialist and writer. My educational training and work experience involves writing/editing, publications management, communication research, information campaigns, and corporate communications.
I’m also passionate about food, cooking, baking, and crafting – my hobbies.
I’m a mother to a 4-year-old bubbly little girl and wife to a loving husband who is a plant breeder/geneticist and loves sudoku.
In 2007, I moved here in Brazil together with my husband and daughter. With that, I’m now taking the challenge of mastering the ins and outs of managing a household, more than I have ever done before.
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magel | May 21, 2007 at 8:17 am
wow! this is great! sa dami ng gusto kong iluto and bake, mahirap magdecide…. buti na lang, whatever recipe lagay mo dito, ibig sabihin na-”pre-test” mo na… ehhehehe… i’ll try the brownies! yummy! great pictures…. WE MISS YOU!
mwah!
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randy bandonill | June 1, 2007 at 6:04 am
maganda. at last natupad na ang dream mo. we’re excited to know more about your blog
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Alessandra | August 18, 2007 at 1:51 am
Perfect family! Tia Ale
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ronan | August 21, 2007 at 11:21 am
Hi ate kath,
Im glad that you are still living out the devcom profession, though, in a different context. Continue the passion to inspire people through your writings!
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japz | February 2, 2008 at 12:35 am
hi cuz! all things work together for good, for those who loved HIm! you’re Designed to bless others with ur writings; and through these talents/gifts which is your Desire brought you to your calling which is your Destiny. Please do share your thoughts in our site. God bless the work of your hands! regards to Bayaw and cutie pie daughter.
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pRince nEb | February 18, 2008 at 1:17 pm
I will always cherish all the blessings and experiences (pati foods and foods and foods…heheh) I received from your family, Ate Kath. God bless you more and your family. Regards to Kuya Renan at Enna.
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Leila | February 26, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Hi Kathleen!… I found your blog looking for images of Florianopolis, because I’m going there on my vacations, next March.
I don’t know why, but I started reading one of your articles, and I got interested in the things you say.
I’m working right now, so I don’t have much time, but at home I’ll be checking your blog again.
By the way… you have a wonderful family!
Take care!
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Kathleen Solis | February 26, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Thanks, Leila. I’m glad to ‘meet’ you here. I hope you’ll have a great time in Floripa. Thanks, too, for your lovely message.
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aileen | March 16, 2008 at 6:54 am
hi ate kath! how’s your new semi-pro camera? hope you’ll have an online photogallery soon..
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Kathleen Solis | March 18, 2008 at 12:23 pm
Hi, Aileen! I think I’ve had a handful of “successful” shots already but I still have to “get to know” my camera very well
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Karrine | March 28, 2008 at 10:38 pm
Good afternoon,
I was by your blog this afternoon and wanted to extend an invitation to list your Blog at HerBlog Directory.
Our goal is to be the largest directory of women owned blogs by June.
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
Best wishes,
Kay
http://www.herblogdirectory.com
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kristin | June 3, 2008 at 5:02 am
hi ma’am kath. your blog was mentioned to me by Ate Toni the last time we saw each other last year. It’s only now that I was able to read it thoroughly and, wow, I never knew that you have a lot to share…
hope that you’ll keep writing coz it helps me a lot in improving my writing…you have been one of my mentors and i am making sure to apply the things i’ve learned from you!
God bless po!
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Kathleen Solis | June 3, 2008 at 10:03 am
Hi, Tin! Thanks for your message but please drop the “ma’am” ok?
Keep writing!
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kidboi16 | June 14, 2008 at 5:14 am
Hi,
I am looking for a store/brand in Brazil called TRACK AND FIELD.
Can you help me get the email of the store so i could contact them? I badly need your help.
P.S.
Ikaw na lang ang natitira kong pagasa!
Salamat!
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Kathleen Solis | June 14, 2008 at 8:10 pm
Hi! I found the website – http://www.tf.com.br/. You must have found it by now, too. I think there’s no email provided, only phone numbers of the stores. I hope it helps
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Cathy | July 4, 2008 at 1:07 pm
Hi! Just stumbled upon your blog! How is life in Brazil? I’ve been meaning to go there and was wondering how different it is from the Philippines, although Brazilians seem to be as warm and friendly as Filipinos.
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Kathleen Solis | July 7, 2008 at 9:42 am
Hi, Cathy! Yes, Brazilians are friendly, fun-loving people. A Brazilian friend told me that every state is unique and altogether, they are small “countries” within a big country. There is a rich diversity in terms of food, people, climate, and even in their language, which is Portuguese. There’s a lot to appreciate here
And if you can speak some Portuguese, you’ll be able to make the most out of your visit.
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balazubaz69 | July 29, 2008 at 11:15 pm
hi te kath..
musta?
congrats for having a fully loaded blogsite!!
astig!!
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Kathleen Solis | July 30, 2008 at 10:36 am
Hi, Leonel! Thanks for dropping by. Got a glimpse of your website. You have talent, indeed
Keep on.
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aileen | August 3, 2008 at 11:03 am
Happy birthday again, ate kath ü
Found this photostream at flickr.com & just thought you would be inspired by her photos. Happy browsing.! (“,)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/reynoldsrap/sets/72157604124836402/
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Rebecca | September 28, 2008 at 11:54 pm
Hello Kathleen,
Although its a belated welcome wishes,but I heartily welcome you and your family here in this blessed land,Brazil.Im also from the Philippines,and just like you an expatriate and is residing in Limeira,a city which is 150 km.away from the metropole city of S.Paulo Im already 34 years here in Brazil with my family.Do you have some Filipino friends here in Brazil?The Filipino community here is not so big and many reside in the city of S.Paulo.I hope you can have the opportunity to meet some of them in the future,of course that you can count on me too.I will be keeping in touch with you often,take care,and warm greetings to the whole family
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Kathleen Solis | September 29, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Hi, Rebecca! I’m so glad to meet another Filipino in Brazil. Thanks for welcoming us.
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kalaykay | December 15, 2008 at 3:59 am
nice to be here
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cess | March 14, 2009 at 2:12 pm
Hi Ate Kats,
Loved your website..:-)
Truly miss the good old days in UPLB… Cant wait to receive your contact details soonnnnnn.. mwah!
ENNA is so adorable!!
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raf | March 16, 2009 at 12:10 pm
Hi there!
At last, a Filipino in Brazil.
I’ve been looking for a Filipino who is based in BRazil hoping that i cud get a frndly advice. Fortunately I was considered in an international training program ( sort of an OJT) being offered by a Brazilian Mining Company (Vale). How du u find Brazil and wud u advice me to push thru with it???
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Tim | June 29, 2009 at 2:02 am
Hi,
Kamusta po. It’s nice to know there’s pilipino’s in Brazil. Karamihan kasi ng asian na nakilala/kita ko dyan ay Japanese descendant. Di ko alam meron palang mga pilipino na nakatira sa Brasil.
Quick self intro lang. I’m a Pilipino married to a Brasilian (from Rio Grande de Sul also) We’re currently living in Toronto, Canada but am always interested in moving to warmer climates.
Ano ba po processo para mag-immigrate sa Brasil?