30 months old NJ

A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you're fast asleep
In dreams you will lose your heartaches
Whatever you wish for, you keep

Have faith in your dreams and someday
Your rainbows will come smiling through
No matter how your heart is grieving
If you keep on believing
the dream that you wish will come true

A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you're feeling small
Alone in the night you whisper
Thinking no one can hear you at all

You wake with the morning sunlight
To find fortune that is smiling on you
Don't let your heart be filled with sorrow
For all you know, tomorrow
The dream that you wish will come true

A dream is a wish your heart makes...

Sorting

I just finished talking to a friend and it was worth to listen to. I learned a lot and trying to undertand some points of views. Yes, and i truly understand all the doubts and speculations but tolerating it is not my type. I have to do something because silence can prolong the issue to heal. As of now i am just waiting the right time. (hope not too late).
Got an email from Y360 team that soon it will be closed. I have tons of blogs on there so i better start copying them all and move to my blog site. While scrolling all of my blogs it brought back the memories of how i felt that time when i wrote those. And then i came to a blog that feels me like flying without wings, ha ha ha.Then another page touched me. I poured out lots of emotions on that certain topic. Another one it talks about friendship and so on and so forth…so i’d like to share this blog i had. I researched it before maybe could help in some ways……………………….
Are your friends with people that constantly drain your energy, in both obvious and subtle ways? Several types of people will exhaust you or deter you from your path of extreme self-care.
The BlamerThis is a person who consistently blames you and/or everyone else for her problems. The world and the people in it always seem to create havoc for this person, and instead of taking responsibility for her life, she’d rather blame others.
The ComplainerThis person likes to hear her own voice. She constantly complains about what isn’t working in her life and yet gets energy from complaining and dumping her frustrations on you.
The DrainerThis is the needy person who calls to ask for your guidance, support, information, advice, or whatever she needs to feel better in the moment. Because of her neediness, the conversation often revolves around her, and you can almost feel the life being sucked out of you during the conversation.
The Shamer
This person can be hazardous to your health. The shamer may cut you off, put you down, reprimand you, or make fun of your or your ideas in front of others. She often ignores your boundaries and may try to convince you that her criticism is for you own good. The shamer is the kind of person who make you question your own sanity before hers.
The DiscounterThis is the person who discounts or challenges everything you say. Often, she has a strong need to be right and can find fault with any position. It can be exhausting to have a conversation with the discounter, so eventually you end up giving in and deciding to just listen.
The GossipThis person avoids intimacy by talking about others behind their backs. The gossip gets energy from relaying stories, opinions, and the latest “scoop.” By gossiping about others, she creates a lack of safety in her relationships, whether she realizes it or not. After all, if she’ll talk about someone else, she’ll talk about you.
OR:

The Developer
Your best friend will always be the person who brings out the very best in you. Developer friends will bring the gift of encouragement and bring out the very best..

The Designer
We tend to think of mentors as a personal, hands-on coach. The Latin and Greek define them more as “advisors” or “wise men.”
The designer mentors us in our marriage, ministry, child-rearing, civic involvement, business acumen, or any area where we need a model. Designer mentors may live near or far, be acquaintances or strangers, or may even be dead. They “design” our lives through Scripture, books, tapes, articles, or seminars.
The Disturber
We need friends who will shake up our status quo. Disturbers ask us difficult questions, forcing us to take a closer look at motivations and ambitions. Disturbers know when we have retreated into our comfort zones, and they call us out to greater effectiveness. God uses disturbers in our lives to become the object of greater force that breaks inertia and propels us to greater achievement.
A biblical picture of a disturber is in Deuteronomy 32:11. In this passage the mother eagle tears up the soft nest to reveal sharp thorns that bring discomfort to the eaglets. Because of discomfort, the eaglets leave the nest and learn to fly. The mother develops her young by repeatedly pushing them out of the nest and catching them until they become skilled flyers. Eagles were never meant to stay in the nest and neither were we. The disturber pushes us to learn to fly.
The Discerner
In a lifetime of relationships, perhaps only a handful of people are willing to play this vital role because it requires mutual vulnerability. More popularly known as accountability partners, discerners bring the gift of spiritual insight into our lives. They know how to speak the truth in love. They know how to exhort and rebuke, seeking to keep their friend on the right track. They are also vulnerable—the true friends who will walk into the room of your life while everyone else is walking out.
Proverbs 27:6 reads, “The wounds of a friend are trustworthy, but the kisses of an enemy are excessive.” Always be slow in choosing your discerners and even slower in leaving them.
Choose which one is you…HHmmm ..
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A Simple Friend vs. A Real Friend vs. A Trini Friend

A simple friend has never seen you cry.
A real friend has shoulders soggy from your tears.
A TRINI FRIEND CAUSE DE DAMN TEARS IN DE FIRST PLACE

A simple friend doesn’t know your parent’s first names.
A real friend has their phone numbers in his address book.
A TRINI FRIEND KNOW WHERE DEY LIVIN’, WHAT DEY COOKIN’ ON
WHAT DAY AND WILL SHOW UP AT THEIR DOORSTEPS
A simple friend brings a bottle of wine to your party.
A real friend comes early to help you cook and clean
A TRINI FRIEND COME LATE, BRING A SET OF PEOPLE AND THEN
TALK ABOUT YOU WHEN ALL DE FOOD AND BOOZE DONE
A simple friend hates it when you call after he has gone
to bed.
A real friend asks you why you took so long to call.
A TRINI FRIEND SCREENIN’ DE CALL AND DON’T ANSWER WHEN IS
YOU
A simple friend seeks to talk with you about their problems.
A real friend seeks to help you with your problems.
A TRINI FRIEND WILL LISTEN TO YOUR PROBLEMS AND CRY WITH YOU, EVEN OFFER TO HELP YOU, THEN TELL EVERYBODY AND ADD A LITTLE MORE JUICE TO THE STORY
A simple friend wonders about your romantic history,
A real friend could blackmail you with it.
A TRINI FRIEND WILL BLACKMAIL YOU AND STILL TELL EVERYBODY
A simple friend, when visiting, acts like a guest.
A real friend opens your refrigerator and helps himself.
OH GOSH…
A TRINI FRIEND OPEN YUH FRIDGE, CLEAN IT OUT,
COMPLAIN YUH AIN’T HAVE ENOUGH, THEN
TELL DE WHOLE NEIGHBOURHOOD DEY MOUTH WAS DRY
A simple friend thinks the friendship is over when you have an argument.
A real friend knows that it’s not a friendship until after you’ve had a fight.
A TRINI FRIEND TELLS EVERYBODY HE IS DONE WITH YOU
AND TELLS THEM DOH TALK TO YOU AND SHOW UP IN
YOUR HOUSE WITH BIG HUG AND TING
A simple friend expects you to be always there for them.
A real friend expects to be always there for you!
A TRINI FRIEND WILL SAY HE DOING SOMETHING REAL IMPORTANT
AND WILL CALL BACK, NEXT THING YOU HEAR, HE REALLY WAS GOING TO THE ANCHORAGE FETE.

A simple friend will read and throw this letter away.
A real friend will keep sending it until he’s sure it’s been received.
A TRINI FRIEND WILL SAY…WHAT CRAP IS THIS?? SHE IDLE OR
WHAT?…AH LIE???

To Whom I can Turn To?

From time to time, everyone needs to bend or lend an ear. We all have issues, concerns, problems, challenges to meet or decisions to make. Sometimes, we just need a sounding board–someone who can give advice or suggestions–or simply someone to really listen and hear us. Just talking about things can be cathartic, calming, energizing and/or clarifying. It is at these times, when things come down so thick you feel like you should wear a hat, that we typically turn to our spouses, friends or family and, of course, to God in prayer.

Then there are those times when a problem or an issue is so personal, so sensitive or painful or embarrassing that we might not feel we can share it even with those with whom we have the closest relationships. Or maybe we feel we’ve already discussed it too much with family members and friends, and they are tired of hearing about it. Perhaps, our trouble is of a spiritual nature.

There are also times when the issues may be too sensitive to share . After all, as humans we sometimes behave in ways that might not be considered too “faith-like.” Sometimes we need someone who can listen from an unbiased, open, non-critical and nonjudgmental perspective. Knowing when to go to family and friends can be a difficult decision but one well worth the thought and effort.

As it is often said: “Life is the Great Adventure.” It can be such a wonderful, joyful adventure. However, it’s not always a smooth adventure, and the journey we take in life and in faith can be bumpy. It’s full of turns and surprises, joys and disappointments, brambles and thorns, questions and struggles, raging seas and still waters. It is a journey of growth, change and discernment. It is a journey in which we all need to recognize the benefit of bending an ear and when and which ear we need to bend. Or lend. But it’s a journey in which we are not alone. We are accompanied by our spouses and partners, our family and friends,to provide therapeutic solutions with an open ear.

And, of course, it is a journey we make with God. We can always go to God. An ear that’s always available for bending; an ear that’s always nurturing; an ear that’s always loving; and an ear that’s always accepting. No ifs, ands, or buts.

I thank God for the gift of person you are.
I thank God for the wonderful days.
And above all i thank God for having a great time together.

God bless us everyone.

Keep Smiling and be blessed as always.

I’m A Celebrity, Get me out of here (In the Jungle)

I love reality tv shows except Big Brothers American version. And i thought it will be boring, kinda, but i was wrong. In fact it’s very interesting and find it very funny and touchy at times. And i love all the cast. It Made my night every time i’m watching it. This kind of show helps me motivating from stressful day. Way to go, but one more week and the show is over. And what i like is that they played for a cause which is good that something benefits their hardship living in the jungle. What a good heart.

America’s Got Talent

The anticipated show has just started. It thrilled me all the way. I mean some silly talents and some are just ridiculous and no sense. But you can also find heartwarming, overwhelming God-given gift. It amazed me and touched me in special way to those who has something and really captured the heart of all viewers. Tears and laughs from inspirational talented individuals, young or old. Another show that made my night and looking forward for another episodes. It really shows that this kind of touching moment also a gateway of proving we are unique.

Way to go…

Anywayyyy....

Every day can be a beautiful day. Just take a look around you and think about
all of the wonderful things you have to be thankful for... the sunshine, roses,
laughter, close friends, family, music, and beautiful dreams. The storm is never
half as bad as it seems. Don't let the rain ruin your day. When the dark clouds moved in,
just smile, because the good times are on the way.

An Offering Words Between God and Us:

People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered;
Forgive them anyway.

If you are kind, people may accuseyou of selfish, ulterior motives;
Be kind anyway.

If you are successful, you will win someunfaithful friends and some genuine enemies;
Succeed anyway.

If you are honest and sincerepeople may deceive you;
Be honest and sincere anyway.

What you spend years creatingothers could destroy overnight;
Create anyway.

If you find serenity and happiness,some may be jealous;
Be happy anyway.

The good you do today,will often be forgotten.
Do good anyway.

Give the best you have,and it may never be enough;
Give your best anyway.

In the final analysis,it is between you and God;
It was never between you and them anyway.

"Because only Time is capable of understanding how great Love is"

Guilt over Stress

We often hear about stress as a negative thing. All too often it is. Too much stress has the tendency to affect our mental, emotional and physical well-being. However, there is also a positive side to stress. The right amount of stress can motivate us, inspire us, push us to accomplish many things. Stress can bring out the productive, creative sides of us. Think of how we are sometimes stretched into growth and change by stress. I, for one, sometimes need deadlines or a good dose of stress to get things done. But sometimes, I feel a little guilty doing things that way.

Guilt, like stress, can have both a positive and negative impact on our lives. Typically, and more frequently, we associate guilt with the negative. There’s guilt by association. A guilty conscious. Guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Not guilty. Guilty as sin. Even Webster’s views guilt in negative terms:

Guilt, n. 1) a state of wrongdoing; wickedness; 2) deserving of punishment.

People often determine good and bad by the presence or absence of feelings of guilt. Each individual responds to guilt in their own way. Do they show remorse? Do they ask forgiveness? Are they sincere? Frequently, we hear of individuals who cannot live with their guilt. Some people, however, simply, do not feel guilt the same way that others do. There are always those in the news, literature, in the media, etc., who display little guilt or remorse for their actions. There are also those who use guilt to manipulate others. They may try to put us on a “guilt-trip.” They try to control our emotions in order to get their way. Some of us suffer from the manipulations of others. And some of us suffer from our own self-inflicted guilt. Sometimes this guilt can be so overwhelming and have such a negative influence on us that it impacts our day-to-day functioning and interactions with others.

Guilt, like stress, can also have positive results. Guilt can often act as our conscience and our guide. It can influence us to “Do the right thing.” It can make us realize we have behaved badly. It can make us feel remorse or sadness when we have acted in ways that hurt others. It may remind us to be good to family and friends, neighbors, strangers and the less fortunate. It can spur us to offer an apology or to make amends for our actions. It may act as a deterrent from acting one way while encouraging us to act another. It can create or foster feelings of sympathy and empathy. Guilt can actually make us better, more sensitive individuals. I don’t have to feel guilty of anything because i did not do anything that could lead to shameless actions.

Anyhow, as long as you admit it, you are an admirable person. But if you keep denying it, you should check what’s missing in the picture.

Thinking of Moving

The decision still at the hands of the company where my hubby works. I know this would be tough. I am still in battle whether to consider moving in other state wherein just less hours from my inlaws than we live now or just to stay. There's a lot to think about of too. Though it just few hours from ocean, which we all love to, somehow thinking of leaving is very hard. Not to mention of all my friends here. Nonetheless to say, it would be the best for me to get away from possible circumstances. I don't deserve to be treated this way. So i'd rather avoid this kind of situation. I will just sacrifice everything in order for all of us to get over and move on. Maybe this meant to be. For the betterment of everyone, when that time comes(well, still in process) i should be happy then. Besides i can visit still here because i have still good memories and friends that worthy to visit though.

A year ago me and my hubby were thinking of relocating in Canada, same company, though i have my bestfriend there it should be fine but we set aside the plan. Lately, we are thinking of moving to other location. Perhaps there will be lots of opportunities there. Well, let's just see then. If the economic will be in good shape in few months from now and the company will decide to officially open the other location then would be great. A friend told me, where his hubby works there occasionally, the new plant will not be operated whether early next year or within 3years. A big relief for me so we could plan ahead. We are planning to visit the place by early next month. If i like it there (as i am the one who will decide) we will transfer there. He assured me that im going to like it there.

Thinking of it now seems i'm starting missing here, he he he. I guess this is best. It's going to be hard but i have nothing to worry about. New people, new character to be with, new environment, new and new..all is new...still a plan, if he will get approved i can't say no...we have still lots to talk about..

Meantime, i am staying...he he he he he..

Ciao..

God bless people.

Random Thoughts

Wherever I am is wherever I am meant to be, whatever I am doing is whatever I am meant to be doing and whatever everyone else is doing is exactly what they are meant to be doing - this is contentment. If you do want to change where you are, or what you are doing, the first thing is to be content with wherever you are and whatever you are doing right now! Paradoxically thats what attracts opportunities and invitations to be somewhere else! Why? Because you are a living magnet, and contentment is one of your most attractive qualities. And the law of attraction says that according to your dominant thoughts so you will attract the people and circumstances into your life. Being content right now attracts the best possible future.

A free mind is a mind that is open to everything and attached to nothing. Most people spend much of their time looking for reasons to be offended. An open mind is never offended because it is free of any attachments. It is never the self that is offended but always the illusion that the self has of itself that is affected by insult! If you can really understand this, deeply grasp it?s truth, live it each day, then pain will be no more. Next time you ?feel? offended look closely within yourself at yourself and ask yourself what was offended? If you remain aware you will see that it was only an image of yourself which you had become attached to, and that image did not resonate with the image contained in the insult. If you weren't attached, if you didn't identify with the wrong image of yourself then there would be no offense taken. You would then remain free and therefore happy.

Comparing yourself with others will leave you vulnerable on three counts: you’ll either feel inferior, superior or impressed. All three of these states are dangerous because they all disregard the underlying principle of our true connection with each other - mutual love and regard, based on independently generated self-esteem. To protect yourself from this vulnerability, make sure that your attention remains turned within, towards the spiritual experience of pure pride. Staying centred in your elevated self-respect will help you remain undisturbed by others around you. Keep asking yourself, “Who am I?” “How would my spiritual personality respond to this event or person?” This will help to center you further, and allow you to enjoy the successful efforts of others.

Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Whatever I do, when all is said and done, I do for or to myself. Perhaps I should think before I perform actions because after the seed of action is sown I have to reap the fruit. Moreover, I do not receive only one fruit for every seed sown, I often get a whole crop, good or bad according to the action or seed.

I cannot afford to overlook the influence that other people may have on me. It might seem like a simple everyday occurrence - my friends tell me in the strictest confidence that such and such a person is like this and does so-and-so. I listen and accept without question because of the friendship. My attitude and actions then become influenced by my friend’s words, and I find myself acting and reacting in accordance with the information fed to me. This is the negative influence of gossip in action.

If you ever find yourself defending a position or justifying anything, it means you have been defeated. It means you have not been able to accept the others point of view, or the fact that you may be wrong. Fear has conquered your mind and your heart. Your defenses are up and you are running scared. It’s not that the other person has conquered you, it’s the self-created fear that is in control. Until you can accept the other (you don’t have to agree) and you are not threatened by the other, your victories will be delayed. It’s a funny old world when true winning is accepting not resisting, when victory is found in the wisdom to stop fighting and to begin engaging.

So be it or not..

Innerspace

GoodLuck Brothers

Class is back and on Monday will start the regular time schedule. Though it started last week but it was not really official. It was just orientation, familiarize the place, getting to know and such…

Our youngest brother is now on his first year in high school. He goes to a catholic private school as his older brother studied high school there. It’s pretty exciting though on his part. Time flies so fast.

Our other brother is now on his first year college. Everybody were so excited with him. All of the family went to the University to accompany him for his enrollment and to look for a boarding house. Then last weekend before the class starts everybody went back to bring all his things. The University he’s going to is two hours from our place. He only goes home weekends, depends also the schedule of his classes especially he has R.O. He’s taking VetMed. So basically it will take him 6yrs studying the course.

Anyways, we are all excited with them especially to my brother in which this is the first time ever that one of the family members be away on weekdays. By the help of cellphone and computer, we’re able to communicate most of the time. My brother is very responsible and that we are so proud of him. He knows how to handle money and doesn’t like going out in the night. He loves the course and we’re diffinitely sure that he will succeed on this path. He’s on the top rank when he took the entrance exam. Even it will take few thousands for this on his monthly expenses but is worth to spend.

On weekdays only my parents and my youngest brother left at home. Good thing to know my sister’s family is not just far from the house. So they’re able to visit them time to time and if, they can have a sleepover there. I am more than happy that one of our far relative wanted to stay at our house again instead of paying in the boarding house. She is a college student also. So at least somebody can watch over my youngest bro and esp my father. Besides we can give her a little gifts by helping some chores. Otherwise the house would be so quite.

Right now, i am wishing and praying that God will protect my family, esp my brother to guide him in every way. We trust him so much and we can’t contain our happiness enough of how he was brought and raised with my parents and from his older sisters with respect.

Joven and Geecar, goodluck. Be good always. ALways remember of how we struggle to get you there. YOu almost there, just hang on and you will see the reward of your hardship. YOu both just lucky to have sisters to help you all the way no matter what as long as you both has to think that this is not for us but for your future. And always pray. We love you dearly.

Stronger than Before

Some dreams live on in time forever.
Those dreams, you want with all your heart.
And I'll do whatever it takes.
Follow through with the promise I made.
Put it all on the line.
What I hoped for at last would be mine.

If I could reach, higher.
Just for one moment touch the sky.
From that one moment in my life.
I'm gonna be stronger.
Know that I've tried my very best.
I'd put my spirit to the test.

Some days are meant to be remembered.
Those days we rise above the stars.
So I'll go the distance this time.
Seeing more the higher I climb.
That the more I believe.
All the more that this dream will be mine.

It is so comforting to know that in my new home and away from my homeland where i grew up with my, i feel so secured.

Spice Up the Night

Stop sweating the small stuff.

Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what.

Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love
us.Let's think about what we are doing each day to promote ourselves
mentally, physically, emotionally.

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I make it a point to write something every day, even if it's only to myself. In fact, it is mostly to myself. How else do I get to know me? And how else do I get to know what I know until I hear what I have to say? The most important conversation in all our worlds is with ourselves. One way to converse is to take two words and then let your mind flow into them, around them and through them, and then out through your pen on to a blank white page. It doesn't matter what comes -but be sure that you will reveal yourself to yourself, and if you keep doing it I can guarantee you will be astounded by revelation. Start your journal today.

Innerspace

My Camera is Broken

I felt sorry for my digital camera, hu hu hu. Poor camera. I was downloading pictures ealier and i didn't notice my son got my camera. Though he dropped it many times and still works good but today is not my camera's lucky day. My son dropped it again and the lens hit the floor so bad. I will try to fix it later then. I hope still working, plssss... i love this camera though. The quality of the picture really good. What can i do if won't? Get new one, lol. Let's see then. I will deal it later because i am so darn tired. Catch you all again here..

Blog Errors

All my posting here needs to be edited because i didn't read it twice or so. There are few words need to be corrected. Maybe whenever i have time later or sooner. Don't be alarmed, lol.

Thanks for reading, anyway.

Bye for now.

UnChanging Love

This is my own point of view of Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo's dreamed wedding day...

I am not that fanatic person nor obsessed with showbiz artists. If i find him/her interesting i just enjoyed it but not to the extent i will go crazy about them, lol.

Anyway, i just find this wedding of Judy Ann and Ryan very cool. I love the way it was. Though lots of comments (both bad and good) from fans and not. Either way, for me it was very remarkable, simple yet very elegant and i find it very very very touchy. I love the wedding ceremony, the reception and after the celebration. They were just like ordinary people who wanted to have enjoyable day on their wedding day. Just like being at home that looks like old days.

Ahhh, i remembered few moments like what they had. Comedy and serious mood, mix of emotions, lots of laughters...plus the songs. . i love the Unchanging Love, whew..

Oh well, it's their choice to have a private moment together with just few friends and relatives, besides they were not as greedy as many thought because we were able to see some glimpse of their special day. I just love the way it was...as in...

Basta, i enjoyed it so much. Watching it brought back the memories we had, he he he...

I wish them well...God Speed..

Do you Know the Latest Trend?

How trendy am i? I would say 30%,lol. Nah, i ain't that person following the fashion. I am more into the style that fits on me, the color combination and even just plain color as long as i like the style of a certain clothe. I am not also a type of person wearing shirts with lots of words on it. I'd rather like to wear just plain shirt or with a flower or butterfly as long as no big words on it. I am not that crazy with brand names as long as it is soft and not itchy. As long as i am comfortable and very comfy to wear on, why not. I seldom only buy with branded names. I have plenty of clothes made in the Philippines and i am proud wearing it. Besides the quality is for export intended for American's skin, lol. I am not fond of carrying bags or purses. I just started using it when i had my son. Clearance is my ultimate joy, ha ha ha. Oh yeah baby! Actually most of my branded clothings, shoes and purses given by my inlaws, how sweet! I don't have to spend lots of bucks just to be in of what's in for todays fashion, lol. I love shopping with my inlaws, he he he he...sshhhh...

Oh well, that's me so why would i compete with those people i used to know or to people i know buying and following the fashion? Hey, i did not say i can't afford, lol. I would rather just get more suffs than paying only one stuff for a hundred, ha ha ha. I could have more choices and wear different styles, he he he.

In term of technology, as long as i am satisfied what i've got i stick with it...satisfaction guaranteed as to speak, lol.

I am happy what i've got.

The Finale Shows

Amazing Race and Celebrity Apprentice are just few among those reality shows that i love to watch weekly. They aired in different channel so i have to change channel when commercial is on. Thankfully, the Apprentice lasted 3hours and the Race only 1hr and was able to watch both shows at same time.

Though my bet didn't win, the mother & son in Amazing Race, yet they've captured many moments to all viewers of how inspiring they were and i am one of them. I so love the show.

On the other hand, Celebrity Apprentice on this season really funny. Oh yeah! I love it, he he he. Weird, eh? The rival of Joan Rivers and Annie Duke was such a big show. It gave a huge rate, ha ha ha. I love the way when Mr Trump announced who will be the Celebrity Apprentice and you can see the unexpected Annie's reaction. I think she thought she won but to her dismay she wasn't. I know i have lots to comment about the show especially the tasks were given and the drama begins. I just can't help myself but laughing at it, lol. So hilarious show. My inlaws, my hubby and me couldn't stop watching the show. Oh well, it's over now and i keep on following the latest upcomings of Joan and Annie, lol.

Tonight would be the finale of Biggest Loser. I can't miss this show tonight. I gotta cook early and rest for now..he he he..ciao..Good luck to all biggest losers.!

Then SURVIVOR.....and more

To Myself I Trust

Trust has a huge responsibility and i know it from my own experience. First time i broke the trust that i built to a certain friend on which caused a lot of trouble. Anyhow, i learned enormous lesson and from then on i established again the trust in me and to people i met and thought i could trust them as well where same trust i showed to some. Unfortunately that trust has been slowly taken away until i found out something. You cannot trust nobody, i mean you can but a little bit cautious. I dunno who to believed in after all the passing of stories after stories between a group of friends. Acquaintances is just right there but i only trust one person in terms of a "friendship" relationship. I will just follow and go with the flow and that's it and i am done. Yes i am so done with people who are constantly fooling around. Ok tell me what you know and i will listen and as for my response would be 'no comment', how about that? he he he. From now on, whatever i heard from other people, it's just between me and my imaginary friend. Of all the people i met, first time i encountered such a double face with double personality. Hence, i can tell that that person is such cruel as more than i know. Though i experience cruel people online that to the extent i was victimize with vicious attack i remained calm and stayed humble. But you cannot avoid that there are people that surrounds you who are so happy to pull you down even you haven't done anything harm and bugging you desperately. So why i keep on hanging around if there's a lot of pretentious character? Huh!..thank you anyway. Whoever comes, i welcome you..that's all i can offer..i don't want to be associated with two-faced person anymore and more likely with appalling behavior; a person don't listen; a person who thought she/he always right and knows-it-all as to speak. I ain't perfect but pretending to be is not right.

I am a happy go lucky person...so i see to it you will be happy with my company..

Mom's day...

I have nothing much to say because i know you knew how important you are to us. If not because of you we were not here.

Thanking you is not everyday words we say;

And Saying I love you is just so rare to hear but you know how we appreciate of what you have done to us.

Hug is not a habit to show but with our laugh and smile is what you always see where true happiness is within;

From the day i had my child, i truly understand what you have been through;

I am so proud of you....

Happy Mother's Day Mama.

Nathan watching soccer game

While dada still asleep, me and my son were invited to watch a soccer game one fine Saturday morning as my friend's son also same name of my son wanted us to come over at soccer field. First time Nathan cheered with those players every time they played and especially when they were chasing and kicking the ball and he goes "go go go kick ball". When they made a goal whose so ever goal it is, he goes " yeah!" and clapping. He had fun and i am so glad we were there and he's able to witness the game. When we got back home he played his ball and kicking it and cheered himself, lol.

Well, that was fun and the day was just started with fun, isn't that good? he he he he..

More fun coming.

Bisaya Ako

Hayy, nakaabot lang gani og Amerika perti na ka-slang manulti. Nagbinisaya na gani ko tubagon pa jud og inglis, naunsa na ba ni oi. Aw siguro wa na kaila kung unsay pinulungan nya, lol. Pagkapait ba. Akong anak binisayaan man gani nako nga diri jud sa natawo, toinkz! Ambot gayud bah. I used to know them, pero nilubad naman oi. Lisud na jud pakisamahan. Or basin baya ako lang naghuna-huna, napraning na jud, ha ha ha. Pero dili pod baya kay ininglisan naman ko beh, he he he. Bitaw sa tinuod lang makawala og gana ba nga kaila kayo nako unya ininglisan ko unya magbinisaya ra jud ko. Naa pod koy nakaila hastang bisayaa ug magbinisaya na-super slang na jud. Mao nga kung paminaw ninyo nga naglikay ko, ayaw nalang mo katingala kay basin pa akoy dautan. Di man gud nako ma-take ang nasobrahan ra sa hambug. Pagbinisaya mo oi kay inyong kaistorya bisayang daku baya jud, as in, he he he. Ambot saputon jud ko ba labi na kung kaila jud kau nako. Duh! bahala mo oi. Basta ako mukaon pa gihapon bulad ug ginamos,ha ha ha ha. Nah hala cge sa sunod ininglisan gani ko mutubag pod ko inglis bahalag barok..ha ha ha ha..ngano diay? naa diay pakontes og kinsay maung moinglis?,hehehehe..Bow! Peace!

Summer Youth Camp

Today is the start of our Summer youth Camp. It is actually our silver year. The community of where i belong hold its Annual youth camp and i am so grateful to know that this event has been a great inspiration to young people. That for them it is one of a kind that they will be able to recharge their spiritual growth. I am so proud for it as i am one of them who, like them, molding my spiritual growth. It's our 25th year anniversary and this is huge celebration. We've been looking forward this event and surely many young people will be inspired and touched from stories of other campers.

My prayer is that:

Protect everyone Oh Lord and bind evil's work;
Strength to all facilitators and moderators;
A safe and sound travel to all campers who will gonna attend the event;
A safe sleep and good health while staying in the camp site;
More blessings to those people who have been giving such big contribution in order this to happen;
Cover everyone with your precious blood;
And bless the parents because without their permission they will not be able to experience such like this as others have;
I lift everything in You, oh Lord..in YOur Name, Amen.

Good luck to all SLWC- Spring of the Living Water (Tuburan) Community members (and i am so lucky to be one of them) who are behind this camp up to this year. More and more camp to come.

Frozen Mixed Vegetables

I sometimes get so lazy peeling and slicing veggies like carrots, potato and more that is why we also buy especially carrots that already peeled (we still buy fresh one). But we've got this brilliant idea to give a try this frozen mixed vegetables that combined of carrots, peas, green beans and corn. And another variety of mixed veggies includes with okra, green pepper and red pepper and lots to choose to. Quick and easy cooking with this stuffs made my cooking done in no time. My two men so love with this because I always cook with veggies. Fried rice with mixed vegetables is one of their fave. Make it extra especial by adding some veggies to your instant noodle; scrambled eggs too and a lot more. I even just saute it and bingo, an instant meal for my kid. Our fridge always has this kind of frozen and still same nutrition we can get from fresh one. Well, that makes life easy, lol. We've been doing this quite some time now.

Anyway, happy cooking everyone.

Credit Limit

How much is your credit score?

To have a credit card is good and very useful in times of unexpected needs. Besides, it is not only necessary but it helps ease to cover some bills and urgent commodities. At to this current economic situation we can't avoid to went up to maximum limit. Last year, just overwhelming because we exceeded our spending. We decided to paid it off, the four credit that we used previous years ago. Unforeseen what the next year lie ahead, we are so thankful that on this times of toughness we are proudly say, we did it and we are able to manage paying our credits last year. As for now, we have no worries to pay credits. Oh well, shopping card still there and only one major that we're holding to. I know few people that they are relying and living in credit card and bills piling up to pay. I don't care by the way because it is not my life, i am not living with it. I am just saying, if that would be us, i can't imagine then. It would be really hard especially the economic so down and will give you lots of headache, lol. I am a wise spender. I don't spend if not so needed. It is ok to have a little reward but i see to it i have still left in my wallet. My husband is the only one bringing money in our household, so as a wife i balanced the spending situation. If we have double extra, would be nice and we all deserves pampering to ourselves. So easy to spend, isn't it? But to the ones who works for it is difficult. I guess me and my hubby always in same page so we are just lucky.

Oh well, no matter how much your credit is as long as you are able to pay, why not? Right? No question about it. I am just saying that, in practical way, for this is the year really the nation is facing such hard times, me and my family are able to enjoy our days and weekends without thinking how and where to get money to pay our debts. It was just the right time when we decided to paid off our credit cards. So the only thing we worried about is our monthly bills and my hubby's income is way much enough to make it. Saving few bucks is a genuine move too-save as we can, he he he. Saving for Philippines, ha ha ha ha. Of course, we deserve it, a relaxing vacation.

Way to go for us...kudos..

Hot Hot Sunny Day

Why should i complain? I grew up in a tropical country and i used to a hot weather. But it is not good to stay outside longer under the sun or else you will get burned. I so love this kind of weather because i am able to go out and do outdoor activities. I miss hanging clothes outside and when it dried smells so fresh. Oh well, i washed clothes and there i went hanging our clothes. Ice cream anyone? he he he.

Together Again

Today i had a blast with no pretensions. It was really fun and got a chance to mingle few circle of friends. Lots of laugh and stories to tell. Tummy filled with yummy foods. Diet is not the issue on this rare occasion, lol. I met my new found friend too, again. Who is she? Secret, he he he. Overall, it made my day. A friend sleepover with us to patch up things (sounds like we haven't met for long time, lol). Indeed, a fabulous day. What can i ask more? Of course, as it says, SA UULITIN, he he he.

Biggest Losser

This show has been an inspiration to me but i am just too lazy to do such thing in order for me to lose weight. It touches me in every story they have. Weighing in the scale weekly really amazed me of how they made it with huge weekly pounds lost. The saddest part is somebody will be going home week after week. They are huge and needs to be transformed. I so loved this show. It takes long to have this happened, or shall i say it takes years to have this show in order to lose weight but it gave a big impact and inspiration to many and i am one of them. A totally big challenge to me. Funny, i weighed myself a week ago and since i gave birth to my son i only lost a few pounds. I have tried many attempts to have a healthy diet but lack of exercise, wink. Goodness! I only lost 7pounds. Well, not that bad start though.

Anyway, i only just need to keep goin' of what i've started. But sometimes i can't resist. Sarappppppppppppp...hehehehehehe..

Easter 2009

It was windy but a little humid. Yet my Nathan really enjoyed it very much. I mean, i know he doesn't understand yet of why he's picking some easter eggs, why adults hide it in order for kids to find it, why not just give it to them then and so on..they seemed don't understand the significance of the event especially at the age of 0-24 months but eventually they will. It is a tradition and Nathan loving it so much. He keep saying MORE...that's what the most important. When he grew up and understand this kind of occasion then he will appreciate it more and feeling proud that he's part of it.

Broken Cell Charger

"Beep"...that's the sounds when the battery of my cellphone goes low. Every time my hubby heard it he would always say, charge your cell. My answer would be, 'later'. And he gets annoyed with the sound so he's always do the charging, lol.

Last night the "beep" on again. My son is very attentive every time when my cell makes it sounds whether text or call he would always goes "Mama Phone"..if i won't paying attention, he brings it to me. That's my son. Going back, my hubby was in the computer and my cell constantly beeping and my son keep on telling me "Mama Phone" and my hubby told me to charge it right away. He's so concern, lol. Because he knows that i use my cellphone oftentimes and i always get text messages from families and friends. Ok ok ok..i will charge it now. But only to find out it won't charge when i plugged it in. Something wrong with it. I tried and tried but somehow i see that it loosen its tube. My hubby tried it. We tried in every outlet of every corner of the house but still it won't. Tried to fix but nothing. It beeps constantly. We put the extra battery but unfortunately lowbat, toinkz!

Then, my hubby told me to switch cellphone. I put my sim to his cell and mine to his but a little awkward because i already used to qwerty keypads, lol. I'm gonna miss my games in my cell. I was hesitant to transfer my sim to his cell because all of my messages and multimedia will be gone. Arrgghhh...oh well, he wins. Before he went off to work he ask me to bring his cell and i said you can take your phone but i will remove my sim. I did. So for now, my cell is off until i got new cell charger. Shan said he will get me a car charger for my cell so i could charge it. That's a good idea. We only have car charger of his phone though. I can't wait. Since i have extra battery i don't need car charger but this time i need it so badly. Hang on there. My charger is broken. 'wink'.

Want some ice cream? he he he..i am bored. i just done washing clothes. Cell is part of my every day living, lol. Good to have land line though. Unlimited calls, so lemme grab the phone and make some calls..'wink'..

The Truth

We seldom hear what's the truth. In every story has two sides of truthfulness yet we are so afraid of listening and finding out the truth because it really hurts. Other times we tried to avoid it and cause the misunderstanding of every relationships.

I, on the other hand had been a victim of a false judgment because only heard the other side of the story. Explaining and defending myself over and over again is somewhat like it will never ends and it's very tiring actually and not to forget that it is just a waste of time. So whenever i heard some issues that brought up from few connected friends or group of friends that happens to be ME as the subject, which somehow very degrading and humiliating is unforgivable. Passing through stories after stories and led to add -on or taking away some part of the story is not my type. One that i hated is gossiping. Telling tales about one's life. If that positive i can accept that, but if negatives and lies, i dunno what will be the intention is, is unacceptable in my account.

I've heard lies, negatives about me. And i have so much to consider why i can't confront the person involved, i have my own reasons. I know it's too much but things will get better then in due time.

I have been fooled by group of people and yet i just stayed humble because i had enough in dealing this kind of crowd. I guess it is really hard to be good even you tried to yet there are people taking an effort to pull you down, seemingly. But i am thankful it happened. At least i have been true to them. I treated them nicely and welcomed into my own world. But i am not that idiot or stupid what's behind all of this. So, i would say, what comes around goes around. Who cares? I don't need you, i don't need a group of people that doesn't like you to be around. I mean it is just so frustrating. Who cares who has none and have? I guess i am just mistakenly judged with people that has a lot envy in their heart. I cried a lot. I cry when i heard lies and negatives about me that i can't tell even explain my side. I cry because of the true stories of other people of how they fought their lives; i cry because of the story i watched in the television and in the big screen; i cry because of the living testimonies of a braved heart; i cry because of the happiness i felt with my family and friend even to my own; i cry because of how God touches my life, of how He spank me of being stubborn; i cry because i grief; i cry because of just simply the joy that brought to my son and so on and so forth.

As for now, it is better this way. Better than yesterday, previous days so everybody will have peace. Whatever perceptions towards me, it is not my problem anymore. I won't push myself to be in your circle if there's somebody that doesn't want me to belong to. That will only cause faction and trouble in the group and i won't pretend that it is ok coz it is not.

So to all of you, especially YOU or YOU and YOU who keep fooling me, thank you and you may find peace of mind whenever you go to sleep. Thanks for letting me know who you really are over and over again. I am not buying of your stories anymore and please stop showing off and try to be sensitive to your surroundings, in your own home. You might forgotten something that needs your attentions or perhaps you don't want to recognize what is missing coz i do, we do. Thank you.

My Place

Whoever across to this site, thank you. Few knows this that i have blog on here.Perhaps i introduce this to some friends so they can visit here and free to read of my every day life-encounter. On this way i am able to write, express and release my feelings in all aspect of my life. It's free. I consider this as my online journal though not all written here but anyhow i am able to talk with my imaginary friend. Yes, pondering my thoughts. This is my imaginary friend and helped a lot.

Frown comments are welcome but suggestions are better. I ain't here to make drama or gathering comments, this is my page and this how i feel. I starting to avoid some of complicated characters from different personalities. I so love here. No friends connected, no nothing at all. It is just purely like you can do what you want. This is yours, mine.

Making a Difference

Finally i was able to find time sorting outgrown clothes of ours but mostly at this time stuffs of our son. I am done segregating used clothes and slight used (summer, winter clothes) together with some of my son's toys last year and we already gave it to GoodWill. I ended up with large garbage bag and ready to it give away. Some i put in a box for my friends and cousins in the Philippines.

Right now i am at peace because before i can't stand anymore watching in the closet boxes after boxes and it only eat up our space. I can breath good at last. What a relief, he he he. If not with this four seasons definitely we can still wear those. Got new furnitures, kitchen wares and such and we are thinking of putting those olds to a yard sale along with outgrown clothes and toys, all in good shape actually and not junks, i thought in this way we can contribute something in our little way to ease the economic crisis. We are just so thankful that my inlaws giving so much stuff for our son and so it would be better that way too in giving back what we have.

Anyway, hope this will be helpful to those in needs. I regretted with some of the stuffs i threw in our garbage collections area. Actually i was thinking might some of those garbage collectors can find anything that for them still useful and the rest they can give it away too without spending any penny by buying in GoodWill or Salvation Army. I guess my decision was just right.

Well, more to come..

When is Enough?

Once is just fine, twice is a warning, thrice is a threat and after that is a loss. Many times i have been accused and being accused the things that i never did. Anyhow, i am just so forgiving person. I forgive but i can't forget because that made me strong and learned out from it. I easily get along with people that i can be with. Many times i was broken hearted with false and charged with wrongdoings without hearing my side. I guess i am just too good to be true, so it happens all the time. Two or three small group of friends is more than enough to me. Acquaintances is very welcome. But i don't share any personal secrets to them only to a person that deserves it. I lost friends because of that, i gained friends at the same time. It really broke my heart when i heard things and cause the friendship ruined. I haven't met a person that is so cruel not until i proved it. I'd rather just enjoy myself with my own company than to find out, without my knowledge, i am already in trouble. I see so much hatred and can't deny it to myself that i felt that way too. What will i get then if i cling to that bad feelings? Nothing. So by now i have to learn living my own world, the world that i belong to. No jealousy, no pretensions, no weary at all. And that world is my family, my friends that i consider a family.

How many entries i have today? hhmmm..yeah, when my mind and emotions mixed up i can write anything based on how i feel and heard and read.

Anyway, i didn't know that i have few websites that i joined in not until a friend told me that i have this and that. Oh yeah, and i even forgot the password and user names. Few attempts and i gave up. I click the 'forgot password' indeed it helped. Huh! Why i did not do it after trying many times? I guess i was thinking of just same password but i was wrong, lol. So i did it. I had friendcircles, hi5, tagged, multiply, myspace, xanga, myfacebook and friendster. Because i can't cope up all of those i decided to delete them all. I have one left friendster account and that's i am using now. I am just avoiding some crappy characters coz the more i connected with people that used to know, the more i am in trouble. I do not know the intentions and i don't understand the point. Maybe better that way.

Whoever reads this, i hope you find this as learning with open minds. thnx.

Happy Thoughts...

Every time Nathan wants me to read the book of Peter Pan there's a conversation there that telling Wendy to think happy thoughts so she could fly. I wish i could do that, to fly i mean. I guess i can fly without wings with my imaginations.

Ahhh, so tough but i gave it a try. I flew back with those happy moments, reminiscing to be exact. It helps a lot especially if you are so away, thousands miles away i should say from your beloved family, and those things i used to do. Hard indeed. There are lots of instances and things that made me happy. Not just my own family but those people that who have touched my life in so many and especial way. Sometimes we put behind those happy times when we are facing such problems, like disappointment, frustrations and failures. A little waggle, a little shake of our head and hands and all will be ok.

Happy thoughts, there i go again. In spite of, i can still think of happy times. I guess i just missed something, hu hu hu..nahhh..no crying. it's a happy thought moments, lol.

Counting blessings, positive outlook (which other times i don't believe to happen) are just example of keeping life to go on.

Now i am thinking of eating boiled banana with shrimp paste, ha ha ha..ang babaw ng kaligayahan ko..lol.

I have so much in my mind but it's hard to write so i just keep it that na lang. All good things may come to me...May the force be with me.. Hakuna Matata...

New Found Friend..

Yesterday was so great. The weather cooperates so much. So not to waste the opportunity, me and my son went to school playground to enjoy its moment. I met a new friend there and it was so nice chit-chatting with her. Only to find out our husband works in same company. That was really fun. Yeah, i say so because while my son having a blast playing with other kids, of course the mother too, he he he. We wish to see each other again there. We had lots of laughs, lol. Well, i'm looking forward to it though. See you then my new found friend. Our talks really made my day. God bless you.

Celebrity Apprentice

I have been watching this show each season and i like it so much. I mean you will really find out some characters of real celebrity on how they gonna react on this reality tv show after the business done. Whoa!!! Yeah, true personality and attitude. Some times it is fun and very annoying. Trump's daughter really pretty and i always looking forward of her appearance because she wears pretty nice clothes, he he he. She's very elegant. Back to those apprentice, this season somehow a real shocking. Come to think of it of how and what's Dennis Rodman's behavior here. He'd been respected and consider a hero to all young kids as he was a good basketball player, indeed he's still. But on this show it shows his manner. He is really lost. He has so much potential but he has lots of personality problems that has to deal with. Donald Trump is a big fun of him and he likes him but after few chances he gave it's over. He is done. He is good though but his temper is unbearable and when the moment he got some drinks he's totally change. Anyway, hope he can find some help on his drinking problem. He is good person though. Goodluck to him, lol.

April Fool's Day..

So were you being prank? He he he...glad nobody tricked me this day. Well, the day still bright so i hope no joke coming, lol.

Anyway, when i woke up i turned on our tv (that's i usually do) and i watched segments and talk shows and even i was doing things i can hear the tv and laugh with those tricks they made, lol. I can't help myself so i sat down and watch tv and enjoying some practical jokes, lol. Even it's so annoying to those victims but it's fool's day let's just play along ha ha ha.

Update: Day is over and i am happy that no one fooled me unlike last year, ha ha ha. But i fooled few and it's worked, lol. Guess some of my friends too busy doing their own things.

ciao..

Big Boy Nathan

It is about time to make a big decision for Nathan. I mean the way he sleeps since he's like a roller coaster, moving and turning over is very dangerous if we continue using the toddler bed. We thought it's good to move and replace his toddler bed into real bed. Indeed by the help of my in-laws we finally transformed his bedroom into real man room. Toddler bed is somehow small for him now and so we get a full bed and besides he can use it even until whenever he wanted to. Before i keep researching on Thomas and Friends bed and i found it online yet unreasonable since they will grow and time will come toddler bedding will not be useful anymore. Still the accessories are thomas so just the same. He loves it anyway. The most important is the bed. No more spending again for a bed and just being practical especially at this time. Good idea, isn't it? It's not done yet. Lots to be done still. Let's see then.

DUH!!!!!

Ay kay hirap pala kung merong taong ayaw sa iyo, ano? Bakit ganun? May sinasaktan kang tao na totoong-totoo sa'yo hindi lang sa pakikitungo pati na rin nagmamahal sa'yo ng lubos tapos balewala pala ang lahat. Sa iyo kababayan tama na ang pagpapasakit at kung ano mang klaseng laro ang ginagawa mo sana tapusin mo na at nang wala nang masasaktan pang iba. Naku kababayan ka pa naman at nadudungisan mo yong pangalan natin. Ok lang yon kung nagsisi ka mas maganda. Tama yong isang kaibigan natin kaya mabuti kung ganyan. Ang ganda mo nga eh kaya sana maging masaya ka na. Kaya pala iniiwas mo kung anong totoo. Di mo pa pinakilala, ha ha ha. Ayan tuloy nabuking ang mga pinaggagawa mo. Ang daming mga nangyayari dito sa buhay natin kaya andito lang ako palagi. Wag kang mahihiya. Kahit na ilang beses mo nang ginagawa ok lang yon pero sana may konsensya ka na kase may taong totoong-totoo sa'yo. Isa na yong sinaktan mo, sinaksak mo ng kutsilyo, ha ha ha..ewan ko ano na ba pinagsasabi ko, lol. Salamat naman. Ito lang masasabi ko, masaya ako kapag masaya ka rin sana wag kang makarma, lol..ewan ko. Bahala na, he he he..ang haba ng buhok ko abot ng talampakan ko, bwahahaha..Lumabas rin ang katotohanan pagkatapos mong, ahhh ewan, he he he..ang daming mga pangyayari na di kapani-paniwala..o, sya tapos na yon wag nang mabahala kaibigan ko, mi amiga mi amor..ciao..

Boys are Boys

Of course they are not girls with girly thingy and so gentle. Mothers were in the kitchen while cooking and sat down in the dining area and had a chit-chat. While we just leave our boys in Nathan's room. The next thing we discovered is that (shown in the picture) somewhat like a tornado just came in there, ha ha ha..They seldom to be together and chance to play at same time so, I, on the other hand grabbed the camera quickly without their knowledge. So cute isn't it but they left it like that, ha ha ha.. And play again. It's alright it happens once in a while though. And besides they enjoyed it very much messing all toys, jumping on the bed (glad i put Nathan's bed on the floor).


But Hey there's one pretty girl here, he he he...be nice boys, lol.

I miss my Mac

Really two thumbs up to Mac. I mean i love it. But unfortunately we have to sell it. We got it from eBay and it works pretty good. We use it for a year. One thing i like about it is that there's no pop ups and no virus attack. Yes, i guarantee that. You just need to take some time to study and familiarize its commands because it is kinda hard from windows. Aside from it, the gadgets and such kinda expensive though. But i can assure you it is really manageable and safe.

Well, we got a new one so two is enough. Windows is friendly and i used to it already. Now i wish i could have apple back again he he he..soon..

Nathan @ 26months old...

He loves Thomas and friends and 2nd the spongebob but since he imitates some of gestures of spongy we decided to eliminate slowly and try to avoid him watching it shows even his dvd. But he still love the character and he loves having some of spongy's stuffs. It's not that totally out of the picture actually. Now kinda he started loving Elmo, Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and donald duck but still the winner is thomas and friends.

Anyway, he just turned 26months old last March 28 ( i drafted this on this date). I am very much thankful of this Fun And Learn laptop look alike. Why? We got this last July of 2008. He was like 18months old. We decided to get it to keep him occupied while traveling to Pennsylvania. Since we got back he started playing with it and i noticed that he can say, tell and recognize some letters. Every time we drove anywhere he tried to read letters from street signs. So i keep teaching him of those letters. The first letter that he really knew is the letter "M". Whenever we pass-by McDonald he always pointing the 'm' on its sign. After few weeks he almost recognize and read all letters. By 23months old a big surprise on our part because he read every letters of the alphabet and numbers. Every time he read books he read letters and make his own story out of the picture on that particular book. He really imagining things, wide imaginations as to speak.

At to this day he learns a lot, read a lot and such. Few telling us that it's time for Nathan to put him into private or special day care class so he could learn more. Well, let's see till we get back from Philippines.

He is very observant and smart. And we are so proud of him. Though some times pain in my butt because what he wants to do is what exactly what he likes to do. He thought he's big enough, lol, can do things without help from adults. But there are times he ask for help, ha ha ha.

Well, time flies so fast so we have to just enjoy the moment with him because it won't be long he will start going to school in few months.

Stay sweet as you are darling langga..we love you so dearly.

Luxurious Phones

Sure thing that nowadays there's a lot of new cellphones and gadgets everywhere that advertised. Since i came here i only use three cellphones. I don't care of the features as long as i can text and call. Since we renew our contract my hubby got me a new one then he got his. Got a sony ericsson walkmanW880i. What i love on that cell? I can listen to a radio aside from a good quality of picture and video. My hubby got a MotoQ. He loves it so much but then after two weeks of using it he finds it very complicated of its qwerty keypad. Just few commands though. So he decided to switch a cellphone to me. And he loves the sony. I use this MotoQ for almost a year now(will be a year next month) and i love it soo much. Glad he wants my sony, hahaha.

Anyway, what i love to this MotoQ is that, i am able to text fast while talking to somebody (multitasking), quality of pictures really good. My plan icludes unlimited mms, sms and texting and internet. I am able to check, recieved emails and even i can chat since it has windows mobile. It is easy to use and lots of features that i enjoyed so much. Games? Yes in one package. The best is that it has 3G connection. The screen is quite big. i love it so much...and lots to enjoy with this phone and the reviews really great. Both phones we have is quadband.(see the reviews)

When the iphone came my hubby was really obsessed with it. But i tell you, he is the kind of person that will wait of what's after the reviews. Some of his co-workers got it but some has bad impression. So he decided not to spend such penny of that kind of phone. Besides he does'nt like touch screen. He is very satisfied with his cell now.

As for mine, i dropped it many times and even my son plays it a lot and dropped it still in good shape. Very clever decision even the cost is as almost as iphone. Lots of new phone came out but i will not trade mine now. Maybe after the contract i will. I am very satisfied and content of my cell and durable.

Before getting new cell make it sure all you have wanted in the cell like its features are there so no regret in the end. Make it sure also include insurance on it so the replacement is not that cost you a lot when something happen.

Great!!!!

Spring is Here

Indeed this is the best time of the year. Spring has just sprung. I grew up in a tropical weather and since i came here aside from Autumn, Spring is my first fave of all four seasons. I love snow but just bloody cold., he he he.

Anyway, we are looking forward to do gardening, raking some leaves, planting plants, mowing and cleaning all spots of the house (mostly windows, lol). Because we can only clean the windows (outside area) once in a year, ha ha ha. But the best part is that harvesting, lol. I love the smell of the flowers that just bloomed. Allergies just normal due to its pollens. Who cares? As long as there's medicine so no worries. Besides we had enough with winter days.

Another thing i like for spring is that, it's EASTER time. Ahhh, this is life. Can you smell it? Everything is blossoming. But scary at the same time because thunder storms and tornadoes are prone to this season, waahhh..

Parks and recreations here we come. Life is so good despite of.

Success on 2nd time Around..

Bravo. Two thumbs up to my son. It was really a big surprise when he said this morning Mama poopoo. He tried to hold it and i can see on his eyes and face' reaction that he needed to push it now, lol. So we ran towards to the bathroom and he sat on his potty. It stopped a while. I gave him a book and then he pushed as hard as he could, like having a labor, lol. Yeah he had a hard time pushing. You know what is it already, hahaha. Success!! He said done. Good job. He said happy. Hhmm. Another reward. He called his lola and he talked to her. I told his lola he did already twice. His lola said, great and let's have a celebration, whoaaaa..Yeah and they are coming soon to celebrate, hehehe.

Anyway, we are just so happy that on and by his own not pushing him to do so is very natural. I mean before i pushed him so hard and he didn't like it sitting few minutes on his potty but now he is willing to do it by his own decision. I guess that we called 'in the right time'. lol.

Congrats anak and more to come, hehehe...

love mama...

Success!!!

For few months of trying and indeed a very successful night for Nathan. He did his first pee and poo at this very hour. Yeah i know it's too late. Exactly 10:10pm when his Papa called from work. When the Biggest Loser finished its segment i called Nathan to brush our teeth. After brushing my teeth and before going to bed i said to him i need to go pee first. His potty is his stool so whenever he brush his teeth he can stand of it. He opened the potty and pulled down his pajama and he said, poopoo. I let him sit there. He tried to push, pretending. I said done but still he wants to sit there. I gave him a book and we read the book. Finally he fart. I asked him if he's going to poo. He said yeah. Whoa, he did it. And he peed and done. Hahaha..good job langga.

Good luck for another round, lol.

Ordinary day..

Today is very nice day. But i woke up in bad mood, lol. I dunno, maybe after i heard from someone's news and such. I really easily get frustrated actually. I am mad out of something which i should not supposed to. Perhaps the news made me pissed of. Blame it to the hormones, lol.

Anyway, so to make myself occupied i cleaned, washed clothes with five loads. Since the temperature reaches 70F and sunny but partly cloudy and windy i guess enough to dry all the clothes. I decided to hang all washed clothes outside. Another way of saving energy. Afterwards, me and Nathan had time to enjoy the warmth temperature at he backyard. We heard lots of birds chirping and doves cuckooing. Love it. Nathan copying the birds while running around and me just watching him while relaxing on the chair.

More warmer days to enjoy....

Life

Some things are worth waiting for. Indeed this statement somehow has a great impact to those many who are patiently waiting for what they wanted to get. Anyhow, as a human i sometimes lose my temper/frustrations and disappointment. Sure it is very rewarding. Yes, NO and Wait of which each word has its own explanation. Waiting is a very long process. When you are eager to get that what is needed is a mix of doubts and hopes.

How life is treating you now? Has it been fair to you?

I complained. I asked Why. I don't understand. I guess it's just state of my mind. I wanted to do this and that. I wanted to achieve this and that. But every moment i wanna reach that wants the more it gets harder. I wanted to have a rush answer, i need it immediately. I know i don't have the right to complain. There has to be a time in all necessary things than selfish rapid actions. Then in the end i will only regret it. I am just pushing it too hard. But what's wrong with it? It has reason why.

It can wait i guess. So i just pray and wish somehow that with the right time, i hope not too late. Because i really wanted it so badly. Of course what we've got now is consider as one of the blessings happened on this early year. Though we need lots of adjustments and those past few months already gone and it will get better sooner or later.

I claimed. And thank you for answering my prayer with YES.


Love,

ELen

Who needs a little break?

Few days ago when i open yahoo page there was this news that caught my attention. So i did click the link and read some comments. What a surprise, small issue on that particular article gave a bad image to him...

That night the new US president sat in a ball game and watched the game. I wonder why people so pathetic, irrationally giving such comments. I'm pretty sure he has the right to have a little time to enjoy the moment wherein he can just sit back and refresh his mind after long days of work. I believed he needs a bit break. During the day he works and trying to correct the crap that previous pres had left on. So depressing that many wishes and praying that they want him to fail, perhaps the color of the skin, that's foolish, rather pray that he may be able to do his duties, rather tap him on his back and say few wishes positively, rather to make a difference what you can contribute to make this country into a better place once more, than keep on complaining. Wasting time debating who is who. What will Jesus do? Many had came to the structure of how and what Jesus looked like. There's black, white, brown and such and yet we are all one praying same God. It came to the point that the comments below the belt already.

I think it's just ok hanging out watching ball games at least he still part of America just like others and at least just one night not like a month or so. Everybody is entitled to have a break.

Yes, when we look at the status of the economy is really drowning and many thinks that his plan is further in reality, but minding us, the economic was already drowning before he took his new office. Of those people wanted him to fail, you are idiot, what a shame.. because if he fails we all fail. Got that? It couldn't get much worse, so let's see what happens before we dismiss any of his plans to actually help Americans, something that hasn't even been attempted in a long while.

That is also one of his strategy to connect people and see what's the reality in the world. It is so bad that many who already starting bitching his capacity and of just seeing him in the ball game. He's been president 6 weeks and has been giving quite possibly the worst economic problem in US history. As long as people keep complaining, nothing will get done.

Aren't they proud seeing the President who really enjoys basketball game? Isn't that a little too early to judge on what he's done so far. United we stand, divided we fall.

I am not american nor american citizen but to expect some changes in just two months after he took the oath is quite not right. ( i meant this two months for the issue about the ballgames). Don't expect miracles, he ain't that superman. He just winding up. He loves basketball as much as most people do. Considering how tough his job is. Oh come on. Use your brain people. Maybe some don't have enough time off, lol. Or you will say why he ran as president if he wants some relaxing moment...hhmmm..ridiculous..

Then the "race issue" brought up. Black, white, orange, purple etc, who scream racism when someone criticizes another race is racist themselves and completely ignorant, look in the mirror and stop being a tally wag. What's wrong with the color if that certain colored man can change the country, has the ability to do beyond our imagination. What a shame. I am brown, lol. He is human. Working 24/7 is not easy and not possible to do so. Is there any problem if he spends a couple of hours watching his favorite sport? Do you enjoy working without break or free time? Can he not go for fun? A little enjoyment turned out to be a huge politics debate instead of talking about sport, lol.

Where on earth are you people whining about? Did you vote? So much hatred, I disagree with the way that this is going but whining about it is so non-productive and is actually ugly. He won the nomination and as You all Americans should support him no matter what...for the good of us all. It will take time for the recovery of the country. It is not just a snap of our fingers. It has a great responsibility being a President.

Opinions everyone has but suggestion is much appreciated, i guess, for the betterment of everyone. I am not Obamanian nor Palinian, i just stand what i believed.

Make a difference...how? ask yourself..LMAO..

Peace out..i love my country..As like as we countrymen believed for the newly elected President (way back years ago)will do her promises. We believed on her. Yet the country getting poorer (maybe i am wrong). It was good at first (maybe i am right).. So i will be going home to my country as much as often I could with the flag of three stars and the sun. I wish i have a wand to zap and turn everyone to rich, lol..

Cheeky Little Two

How time flies so fast and my son just turned two, he he he. Silly and funny stuffs are countless and he is just cheeky little fella.
Though he was just 4 weeks early when i had him, his chart is beyond advance. He's catching up fast with his buddies. Terrible twos? Honestly, i never heard that words, maybe i did but not paying attention to it or even think about it not until i got pregnant because here is somewhat a compulsory to have regular checkup and tons of free books to read and samples like milk and such to those expectant mom to be. Otherwise you will be accountable to the State when something happened from negligence. Going back to that terrible twos, i have read and researched about it and learned something about it. In some extent there are points really are true. But being a full time mom, i would say, it is really different when mom is around 24/7. It is normal to be a little cranky, might be they are sleepy as my son does that, or just wanted attention or since they can’t express that very well so they tend to do such thing that for parents is not acceptable. Talking calmly and explaining is the best reward for them. But i tell you, when your kid is surrounded with other kids with bad behavior, he/she also copying it. Me and my hubby’s favorite shows: Nanny 911, Trading couples and Wife swap. Surely you can learn from them. But one time when i watch Nanny 911 and my son was there too, OMG!, those kids in the tv hitting each other, and so my son imitating it. NO WAY of watching that anymore with him. I am just so glad that he is not that kind of kid always saying “MINE” in those things that he owns. He loves sharing. He has a pinoy eating appetite, he he he..He is not into bread and burger, lol..rice is his ultimate energy, ha ha ha. Play time is the most important role, reading books is very interesting to him. Praises from doing good things is his joy. Hopefully no terrible twos and tantrums. Anyway, he is just sweet and loving little fella . He’s just smart and loves hugging and our little helper, other times a mess if we don’t let him involved in any cleaning or anything that we do…Raising kids is the hardest job of all, but all depends on how you brought them into a better individual.

Oh well, i can't write every little things he does but as proud parents we are, he's always be our baby but big baby, wink. The celebration not be as grand as fairy tale but we made it sure it would be worth remembering. We love you Langga.

Lastly, expect him to laugh so loud when he farts, ha ha ha ha..

Oh I pray, protect us in all harm. Bless you my darling.

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Sharing some photos on NJ's 2nd Birthday...

When i had him it was snowy and then on his 1st birthday it was snowy again and now on his 2nd birthday not just snowy but ice storm as well. Deep snow and icy, sleet. Oh boy! He had fun which is the most important. He appreciate a lot better than on his 1st birthday. He understand more and the excitement is really can be seen on his eyes with his smile especially every decoration is about his favorite character and the cake and his outfit..Well, i guess enough to make it memorable to him. It's all about and for him.

Here it goes...