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Create a Reading Nook Library
Take an odd space and transform it into a dream book nook getaway.

Melissa Leslie Q
Nov 5, 20242 min read
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My Approach and Intention to Writing Children's Books
I've done my share of infusing things that matter to me most like history, identity, morals and language into my writings. Before...

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 29, 20245 min read
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Subject to Change: My Upcoming Launch Dates
I have taken note that many of you are curious about what to expect from me next. Being an Artist and a Mother, setting firm deadlines...

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 24, 20242 min read
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Kumusta Baby!-Bisaya Edition
Kumusta Baby! Baby's First Tagalog Words is now being translated to Bisaya! -With English translations for children and families!

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 23, 20241 min read
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Ways to Celebrate Filipino American History Month
In the Filipino American community, October holds significance, designated as Filipino American History month. This annual observance...

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 22, 20244 min read
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Growing Up Filipino: The Journey of Writing a History Book on Filipino Women
Outside the walls of my home, as I joyfully rode my red tricycle, accross the street a small boy taunted, "Chocolate girl! You're a...

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 8, 20245 min read
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Must-Read Filipino American Children's Books
...Filipino children's books to include in our library, I discovered numerous captivating titles written by Filipino authors...

Melissa Leslie Q
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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A Healthy Start
"we were so proud to get a full raw vegan meal as we passed by McDonalds (where we frequented) and pulled into our first all raw vegan...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 27, 20241 min read
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Filipino Families Connecting through Tagalog
With about 4.1 million Filipino Americans living in the United States (as of 2022), n umerous Filipino American families are realizing...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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My 1st Home Birth
I had said it in my head many times. I even told my Puerto Rican a hundred times, I was completely fine with adopting. But it couldn't...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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Interior Design
Designing the spaces where I have resided has always come naturally to me and, to be honest, it is a passion of mine. I am convinced that...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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Blossom Buddies
My upbringing in a household led by my creative Filipina mother instilled in me a deep appreciation for innovation and beauty. She...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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Recipes
In 2007, I confidently challenged a statement from my dermatologist regarding the cause of my acne. His advice was to avoid having hair...

Melissa Leslie Q
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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