Gem Languages

02/10/2023

Exciting news from me! I’ve joined as a Travel Advisor.

Now I can help you plan all sorts of travel - from staycations to safaris, romantic getaways to family-friendly trips, and everything in between! Fora has partnerships with almost every 4 to 5 star hotel in the world. We're able to provide not only the best available rates but also hook you up with perks and upgrades - like room upgrades, spa & resort credits, complimentary breakfast, and more. The best part of all of this is that the hotels pay me, so all this is at no additional cost to you. Hit me up and I'll find the perfect spot for you next trip!

10/12/2021

When I first started my side hustle business, I was scared and defensive to criticisms and general "negative" comments about my services.

Whenever I got notifications that I received a review, my heart would stop. And I got parents/students giving 1/5 star reviews. Some weren't "fair" but all made me grow.

Below is an example of a lived experience of true growth vs. fixed mindset.

Edit: This post is not to encourage more Amazon buying but simply what I've learned about handling criticisms. Please support your local businesses. Amazon has enough money.

10/07/2021

In May 2021, I was interviewed by journalist Johna Baylon about my Tagalog teaching to my students and my kids. Her article got published in the Globe and Mail and she shared this with me yesterday.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-for-many-filipino-canadian-families-preserving-their-language-happens/?fbclid=IwAR26X-PZrwm5L37Pu66gcYI4dYVmO5SPq98uqbDTB3AxqHGP4MzPijYkjpk

New children’s books are helping parents keep heritage language, culture and traditions alive in a society overwhelming dominated by English

09/09/2021

I realized it's been a while since I posted. I have come to accept that...I'm just terrible on Social Media. Anyhow, these are my latest two reviews.

09/09/2021

I'll be slowly cutting my hours teaching online. After today's announcement in this class that tonight was the last session, I immediately got these 2 emails.

I'll miss these guys. They were loud and silly at times but they got into spelling, understanding, and playing with words.

I've had this "club" for nearly a year. It started as a 4 week course and to cut my admin work, I made it into a club/subscription model. I've met kids from all over the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, China, India, HK, and Singapore.

04/27/2021

Getting ready to teach.
No fancy uniforms; just a good attitude and love of learning.

03/27/2021

01/20/2021

This is what I think it's all about: passing culture on through language.

01/18/2021

Excited to dive into this book with my 4 students in Grade 5!