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To all mothers

2007-05-13T10:16:00.000+10:00

Happy Mother's Day! :)

The Day Has Come

2007-04-23T10:07:00.000+10:00

Hmm... my birthday wasn't that special so there's no point of sharing any special moments. Thank you na lang to those who messaged and called.. kahit papaano it made me smile :) Thank you to my mom, dad, sister and those who came to my 'mini' celebration (kahit na I wasn't 100 percent happy that day).

Anyway, back to reality of being half-a-century.

Nail In The Fence...

2007-04-11T09:51:00.000+10:00

I got this from Ate Tin... found it very interesting and true!

There once was a little boy who had a bad temper. His Father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day the boy had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of nails hammered daily gradually dwindled down. He discovered it was easier to hold his temper than to drive those nails into the fence. Finally the day came when the boy didn't lose his temper at all. He told his father about it and the father suggested that the boy now pull out one nail for each day that he was able to hold his temper. The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence. He said, "You have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. WHEN YOU SAY THINGS IN ANGER, THEY LEAVE A SCAR JUST LIKE THIS ONE. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won't matter how many times you say I'm sorry, THE WOUND IS STILL THERE. " A verbal wound is as bad as a physical one.

Hmm.. Too Early For This...

2007-04-11T09:45:00.000+10:00

You scored as Steve Brady. You are Steve Brady, sweet, funny and totally devoted to your partner. Whoever gets you is a very lucky person. You love romance and are really fun to be around. You commit completely to whatever is in your life.

Steve Brady

100%

Charlotte York

92%

Aidan Shaw

92%

Carrie

92%

Harry Goldenblatt

67%

Samantha Jones

58%

Smith

58%

Miranda

50%

Stanford Blatch

33%

Mr Big

17%

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:)

2007-04-03T11:40:00.000+10:00

Happy 16 Months BigBoy!

We love you very much!

Oh No!

2007-03-31T10:49:00.000+10:00

19 days before I'm a quarter-century! Boo!

For the past months, I've been bugging my other half on what I could do before reaching 25... a different haircut? Get contacts maybe? Exercise more? A makeover? LOL! This is so depressing! (Lor, what do You think? Hehehe...)

Suggestions anyone?

Attention: Men!

2007-03-23T19:19:00.000+11:00

Saw this article on an Australian newspaper...

RELATIONSHIPS Kama Sutra's modern makeover

Memo to men: it takes time and effort to create an erotic mood.

Hmmm...

Ms. Saigon

2007-03-19T19:41:00.000+11:00

Ate Kay & I @ Her Majesty's Theatre

Yesterday, I went out to watch Ms. Saigon with Ate Kay. It's exciting because it was my first time to watch a musical but as usual, I felt guilty leaving my kids at home. *sigh!* I know that once in a while I have to go out and enjoy my remaining 'young' years. But I just can't help it! Anyway, it was great!

And speaking of great, (I think) I saw an old friend. She was Carlo's nursing classmate back in New Zealand. I was pretty sure it was her -- same facial features, hair, built, height... Anyway, as I was approaching her (complete with a huge smile plastered on my face and hoping she would recognise me), I was shocked as she just walked past me as if I was a complete stranger! It made me wonder if it was just the crowd, the lighting in the theatre's foyer or she just simply did not recognise me. Dang! Sana tinawag ko na lang ang name nya... umandar na naman kasi ang hiya ko, not to mention I was scared that it might be someone else LOL!

On marriage

2007-03-11T10:00:00.000+11:00

Hmm.. time really flies. Just the other day, my daughter's godmother (and good friend) told me that her brother got married. Wow! Am I that old? LOL. I can still remember meeting him for the first time during her debut practise (that's eight years ago). As I was looking at their wedding pictures, I've realised how wonderful and interesting life can be.

Most of the people I know are getting married, whether it's this year or in the future. Hmmm.. feeling ko tuloy napag-iiwanan na ako ng panahon. I've been engaged for a very long time and after all these years, I still have no idea what our wedding will be like. All I know is I wanted a romantic theme, sort of like Victorian inspired.. with lots of roses and good music, and that everyone's happy. But thinking of our budget and different tastes, I think this is impossible. Just the other day I told Carlo that I just wanted a simple wedding na lang.. maybe we'll just wear a shirt and a pair of jeans, just to get it over and done with! All these years kasi, we both feel and treat each other as a married couple. No more insecurities, no more tampo on little things, more understanding and I can say that we're closer to each other. We can talk about anything and everything. (Some of you may have an idea what I'm talking about) Siguro for me, having a wedding just makes it 'official'. So for those of you who got married and are getting married, congratulations and may He bless you with a wonderful and strong marriage! :)

~~~~~~~~~~

I'm thinking of a career change: Dentistry or Interior Designing. Argh!

Constant Reminder

2007-02-25T10:21:00.000+11:00

Lately, I've been struggling to get my act together. Ever since I got pregnant and moved to our new house, I can't seem to finish organising and manage to keep things in order (it's even harder when you lack suitable space and furniture(s) that double up as a storage). I even find myself procrastinating and just leaving things (literally) anywhere. Hmmm.. can't believe I've been complaining about this for a year now. LOL!

After months and months of searching and surfing the net trying to find the "right formula" on housekeeping, I realised that I have wasted too much time on this stupid research. I even bought a book on how to clean everything (or as I call it "my bible"). Why can't I just get everything organised?! Argh!

Note to Self: GET ORGANISED!

Just thought I'd post this...

2006-11-17T23:23:00.000+11:00

I got this forward email from my kumare, Loricel. So funny!

While in China, a man is very sexually promiscuous and does not use acondom all the time. A week after arriving back home in the States, he wakes one morning to find his penis covered with bright green and purplespots. Horrified, he immediately goes to see a doctor. The doctor, never having seen anything like this before, orders some tests and tells the man to return in two days for the results. The man returns a couple of days later and the doctor says, "I've gotbad news for you ---you've contracted Mongolian VD. It's very rare and almost unheard of here. We know very little about it." The man looks a little perplexed and says, "Well, give me a shot orsomething and fix me up, Doc." The doctor answers, "I'm sorry, there's no known cure. We're going to have to amputate your penis." The man screams in horror, "Absolutely not! I want a second opinion." The doctor replies, "Well, it's your choice. Go ahead if you want but surgery is your only choice." The next day, the man seeks out a Chinese doctor, figuring that he'll know more about the disease. The Chinese doctor examines his penis and proclaims, "Ah, yes, Mongolian VD. Vely lare disease." The guy says to the doctor, "Yeah, yeah, I already know that, but what can we do? My American doctor wants to operate and amputate my penis!" The Chinese doctor shakes his head and laughs. "Stupid Amelican docta, always want to opelate. Make more money that way. No need to opelate!" "Oh, thank God!" the man replies. "Yes," says the Chinese doctor. "You no worry! Wait two weeks. Faw offby itself!"

I think I am...

2006-11-17T23:11:00.000+11:00

...starting to panic! Only two weeks left 'til my children's 'combined' birthday party! So eto pala ang feeling pag nag-hahanda for your kids. So much to think about, so much stuff to buy, and not to mention Christmas (and Boxing Day) is just around the corner.. I haven't even thought of listing a few people down. By that time, I've got no money to spend! GGRRRRR!!! Looks like pass na naman muna... LOL!

Another day, another day...

2006-10-28T13:13:00.000+10:00

Just been feeling really lonely lately... maybe taking this year off and spending wasted time just in the house is making me insane (and fat)! (Being a full-time housewife is just not working for me either!) I miss a lot of things... I miss the old me. I miss being happy again. Haayyy...

EDITED: this post is just one of my "low-in-hormones-sabay-cloudy-pa-sa-labas" days.. hehehe..

:|

2006-10-16T09:43:00.000+10:00

I am on strike!

"Welga! Welga! Welga ako!..." "Welga! Welga! Welga ako!..."

....

2006-10-09T16:57:00.000+10:00

Just found out yesterday that my aunt is very sick... Please pray for her.

(Life is too short nga talaga..)

Can't wait for summer!

2006-09-27T08:40:00.000+10:00

Note to self: 'Defrost'!

First timer

2006-09-17T12:54:00.000+10:00

Last night, while my sister, daughter and I were on our way home from the shops, I accidentally scratched someone else's car while backing out from the carpark. Eeekk! Talk about being in a situation where you have no idea whatsoever on what you have to do! My sister said I was shaking.. heck! I actually felt like I was going to faint! It's just a little scratch but I'm sooo worried! (Even though the lady already said that if it's just a little paintwork, there's nothing to be worried about) Aarrgghh! But still!! I really pray that it's nothing. PLEASE LORD, OH PLEASE!

Today's Blogthings...

2006-09-15T08:17:00.000+10:00

Your Hillbilly Name Is...

Betty Rose Duke

Hillbilly Name Generator

Just a thought...

2006-09-14T08:57:00.000+10:00

If someone asked you to do something, even if they can do it themselves (as in literally), would you do it? Does it make any difference if you're in a relationship? Hmmm...

Today's Blogthings...

2006-09-12T11:47:00.000+10:00

You Are a Frappacino

At your best, you are: fun loving, sweet, and modern At your worst, you are: childish and over indulgent You drink coffee when: you're craving something sweet Your caffeine addiction level: low

What Kind of Coffee Are You?

Today's Blogthings...

2006-09-11T10:29:00.000+10:00

You Are 72% Grown Up, 28% Kid

Congratulations, you are definitely quite emotionally mature. Although you have your moments of moodiness, you're usually stable and level headed.

How Emotionally Mature Are You?

WB to me!!!

2006-09-08T11:12:00.000+10:00

Whoohoo! After months and months of searching for a decent blog layout, I've finally found one! (Special thanks to Blogskins & Phyllis <-- her layout) And after 10+ hours (including feeding-my-kids- breaks) of updating my blog, HAH! It really feels great when you've accomplished something you've been dying to do for such a looonnnggg time! Oh I have missed the blogging world so much. I've tons of things to share with you.. my daughter's first day in Kinder, my son's birth details (as promised from my previous blog) and of course, our new house (na super-makalat parin).

For now, have to feed the kids.. :)

--.--.--.--.--.--.--.--.--.--

R.I.P. Steve Irwin (1962-2006)

We'll miss you!

;)

2006-01-18T09:06:00.000+11:00

Now I know I'm meant to write something about my son's birth and how we managed to spend the holidays with our very busy schedule (moving to a new house during Christmas is certainly NOT a recommended task!), but I thought I'll just post these photos for now. Enjoy!

Chris (3-12-05)

Lala and Chris (wave BigBoy!)

Me and Chris

The countdown begins...

2005-11-14T21:59:00.000+11:00

I really can't believe it! Only 20 days to go... our baby will be here! Time really flies but if you think about it, the nearer the due date, the more anxious I get! But the only thing I pray for is his health, and that he's actually 'normal'. Cos I have been reading a lot of these baby books and it has occured to me that although I don't feel any kind of pain whatsoever, you can't really tell if the baby's doing well. Haayyy... too much info!

On the other hand, I can't wait to see my daughter's expression once she meets her brother. She's been talking to him a lot ever since we've told her the great news. How cute!

Grrrr!

2005-11-04T21:59:00.000+11:00

Just wanna get this out of my chest: I NEED A FREAKIN' JOB!!!

Questionnaire

2005-10-07T22:06:00.000+10:00

I got this from Ate Kay...

1. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING? Shopaholic Abroad by Sophie Kinsella
2. WHAT TIME IS IT? 8:57 pm
3. WHAT'S ON YOUR MOUSE MAT? some youth website with a photo of a girl fixing a car
4. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE BOARD GAME? monopoly and scrabble
5. YOUR FAVOURITE MAGAZINE? new woman, real living, notebook
6. BABIES? a four-year old, one on the way, and a husband
7. FAVOURITE SOUND? a baby's laugh and cry
8. WORST FEELING IN THE WORLD? being lonely and rejected
9. FIRST THING YOU THINK OF IN THE MORNING? nowadays, if my baby is still in my tummy.. hehehe.. i get paranoid sometimes
10. HOW MANY RINGS BEFORE YOU ANSWER THE PHONE? landline=depends on who's calling, mobile=dunno how many
11. FUTURE CHILDS NAME? we already have a daughter named Carla Angela.. now we'll be having a boy named Chris
12. FAVOURITE COLOUR? before it's navy blue, now it's pink
13. WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT IN YOUR LIFE? family, values and of course happiness
14. FAVOURITE FOOD? pasta! and pinoy foods as well
15. IF YOU COULD PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WHAT WOULD IT BE? guitar, so i can jam with my husband
16. DO YOU LIKE TO DRIVE FAST? oh yes! except if my daughter's on board
17. DO YOU SLEEP WITH A STUFFED ANIMAL? nope.. i think a daughter and a husband is enough!
18. STORMS? nah... i don't like storms.. feels like it's the end of the world
19. WHAT TYPE WAS YOUR FIRST CAR? Suzuki Grand Vitara
20. WHO IS THE ONE PERSON FROM YOUR PAST YOU WISH YOU COULD GO BACK AND TALK WITH? hmmm... probably my best friend (since kinder) whom I haven't seen for a very looong time
21. FAVOURITE ALCOHOLIC DRINK? hmmm... beer!
22. WHAT'S IN THE BOOT OF YOUR CAR? car vaccum, sun shade and those reusable green grocery bags
23. DO YOU EAT THE STEMS ON BROCCOLI? yes i do
24. IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY JOB YOU WANTED, WHAT WOULD IT BE? hmm... probably an interior designer
25. LEAST LIKELY TO RESPOND? dunno
26. EVER BEEN IN LOVE? of course!
27. IS THE GLASS HALF FULL OR HALF EMPTY? half full
28. FAVOURITE MOVIE? "Where The Heart Is" and "Something's Gotta Give"
29. DO YOU TYPE WITH YOUR FINGERS ON THE RIGHT KEYS? nope, but i try
30. WHAT'S UNDER YOUR BED? an extra foam mattress, Lala's bed frame and a baseball bat (you'll never know what's gonna happen while you're sleeping)
31.WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE NUMBER? nothing in particular...
32. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE SPORT TO WATCH? tennis, basketball rugby and volleyball
33. SAY AT LEAST ONE NICE THING ABOUT THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU? ate kay, my partner-in-crime here in Aussie and the older sister i wish i had...
34. IF YOU COULD BUILD A HOUSE, WHERE WOULD IT BE? we're building in Melton at the moment
35. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE ARTICLE OF CLOTHING? hmm... jeans!
36. BEACH, MOUNTAINS or CITY? city
37. TECHNOLOGY or ART? technology
38. COMEDY or HORROR? comedy of course
39. FAVOURITE PHYSICAL FEATURE OF THE OPPOSITE SEX? arms and shoulders
40. FAVOURITE TIME OF DAY? afternoon
41. THE LAST CD YOU BOUGHT? Usher's Confessions
42. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO BE MASSAGED? shoulders and back
44. WHAT TIME DO YOU WAKE UP IN THE MORNING? 8 am
45. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE KITCHEN ITEM? nothing at the moment
46. WHAT MAKES YOU REALLY ANGRY? someone blaming me for something i haven't done!
47. WHAT DO YOU PREFER, A SPORTS CAR or 4x4 ? 4x4
48. DO YOU BELIEVE IN THE AFTERLIFE? hmmm... sometimes
49. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SEASON? SUMMER!
50. IF YOU COULD HAVE ONE SUPER POWER, WHAT WOULD IT BE? what about kilikili power? LOL
51. IF YOU HAVE A TATTOO, WHAT IS IT? don't have one
52. CAN YOU JUGGLE? nope
53. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE DAY? friday
54. WHICH DO YOU PREFER, SUSHI or HAMBURGER? both
55. FROM THE PEOPLE YOU E-MAIL THIS TO, WHO'S MOST LIKELY TO RESPOND FIRST? probably yaru
56. WHO DID YOU RECEIVE THIS FROM? ate kay
57. WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE CARTOON? disney
58. FAVOURITE MEAL? paksiw na lechon and lasagna
59. IF YOU COULD TAKE A VACATION ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD, WHERE WOULD IT BE? EUROPE!
60. DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS? nope... but we're thinking of getting a pug

Overdue photos

2005-10-02T12:09:00.000+10:00

Here are my son's scan photos, which I was meant to publish ages ago. So sorry if it took sooo long.. just been really busy with everything here at home. Especially now that our house is almost finished. Anyway, I'll try to keep in touch!

Chris at 3 months

Chris' 3D scan at 5 months

New Blog

2005-09-03T14:36:00.000+10:00

Just thought I'd put another new feature.. again ;P Check out the "Our House" link (under Photos) for updates on our new house. Enjoy!

Wala lang...

2005-08-13T17:18:00.000+10:00

Just thought I'd put some additional stuff here.. hehehe.. check out my new baby counter and tagboard!

As for my baby's scan pics, next time na lang.

Pregnancy update

2005-07-21T21:22:00.000+10:00

Just found out today that we're having a boy! Yipee!

I'll post his 3D scan soon.

Update

2005-06-04T13:23:00.000+10:00

Halu! Haay, it's been a while since my last post.. Well, for those of you who still don't know, I'm expecting my second child. Yes folks! I guess we got our wish a little bit early hehehe.. *sigh* Five months to go! This means we're back to sleepless nights, changing nappies, breast-feeding, trips to the doctor, etc.

(I'm supposed to post my child's scan photo here but.. next time na lang! I'm hungry na eh! LOL!) 'Til the next post!

Prayers for Pope John Paul II

2005-04-02T09:47:00.000+10:00

After learning of our Pope's deteriorating condition, I've realised that I haven't been a very good Catholic. Ever since I lived overseas, I feel like I'm losing it. There are times na medyo 'nakakalimot' na ako. And there are times, especially if I'm suffering from the hardships of life, I sort of 'blame' Him because He's not there for me. I even remember telling my parents that I feel that I don't believe in Him anymore. Wooow! They gave me a big KNOCK ON THE HEAD alright! Grabeng sermon ang inabot ko!

I am aware that I should be thankful for all the blessings He has given me (a great family, a beautiful daughter, a great life here in Australia, etc.). But sometimes I just can't help it. Maybe because I do this kaya Nya ako pinaparusahan. Hmmm.. maybe that's why.

Let us all pray for our beloved Pope's condition.

Holy Week

2005-03-31T19:54:00.000+10:00

My holy week was an interesting one. We went to a family friend's place to have lunch and to do some 'catching-up'.

EDIT: Due to our beloved Pope's recent condition, I've deleted the rest of my post. Kaka-guilty kasi :(

Wala lang ulit... :)

2005-03-25T21:10:00.000+11:00

Your Scent is Pumpkin Pie

Warm, comforting, and a bit old fashioned. You've got what men want - believe it or not!

What Scent Are You? Take This Quiz :-)

Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

Hmmm.. wala lang..

2005-03-13T18:04:00.000+11:00

You Are the Girl Next Door!

You're caring, warm, and the girl that nice guys want to marry. Uncomplicated and simple, you've got an easy going attitude guys love. But this doesn't mean you're dull - far from it! You're a great conversationalist, and you're an expert at living the good life.

What Kind of Girl Are You? Take This Quiz :-)

Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

Busy, Busy

2005-02-21T20:42:00.000+11:00

So sorry I haven't been updating lately.. just been very busy, busy, busy -- job-hunting! I'll try to post as much as I can.

To all 'lab-berds' out there!

2005-02-14T07:41:00.000+11:00

Happy Valentines Day! (Love, pass muna.. LOL!)

Help me!

2005-01-22T16:27:00.000+11:00

So sorry guys! Just been really busy ever since my daughter started pre-school last week -- had to wake up early to do our 'morning routines' i.e. catch the bus, take her to her daycare, run some errands, etc... plus looking for a design for my dress (for my friend's up-coming wedding this May, as I've mentioned before). However, these past few days, I've been thinking about my 'long-lost' best friend, Selina Aves. You see, we've been the best of friends ever since we were in Kinder. Unfortunately, she had to move and live in the province (dunno why). The last time I saw her was a 'supposed-to-be'-Eraserheads-concert-na-hindi-natuloy... hmmm... I think I was 11 or 12? Grabe! Time flies! Anyway, I have been looking for her. Just wanted to tell her that I miss her, even though our friendship did not last that long. I wanted to tell her everything that has happened in my life. I wanted to tell her that I have a wonderful family -- a loving husband and a beautiful daughter. *sigh!* So... to anyone who's reading this: kindly please, if you have any information on my friend, I'd very much appreciate it!

Welcome 2005!

2005-01-01T22:24:00.000+11:00

Wow! I can't believe it's already 2005. Well, to start the year, I took this Care Bear test. Wala lang hehehe...

	Tenderheart Bear You are thinker, organizer, peacekeeper, and leader all in one. You have a power to command attention and people listen to you. However, you are often so concerned about not hurting others' feelings that you don't tell them what they need to hear and this gets you both into trouble. But you always have loyal friends to help you out.
*Take the Which Care Bear Are You?* Quiz!**

Happy New Year!

2004-12-27T14:39:00.000+11:00

A new year is coming. Time for new things and challenges. Looking back, 2004 has been an 'interesting' year for me and my family. Many challenges have certainly left meaningful experiences. Like I always say to my other half, "Ang dami na nating maku-kwento sa mga magiging apo natin! Hihi!"

Through these experiences, I have learned many things. However, there's one that I will always remember: Life is too short.

Update, update!

2004-12-27T14:31:00.000+11:00

As you can see, I have updated my blog. Hehehe... A new year is coming kaya new look diba?

Cheers!

Merry Christmas!!!

2004-12-25T08:52:00.000+11:00

Happy Holidays to all! May you have a wonderful and safe Christmas!

Love,

Waiting for Christmas

2004-12-21T14:21:00.000+11:00

Lala helping me clean the house.

Time for a break. Yummm!

Lala chillin' with her friends :)

Christmas is in the air!

2004-12-18T13:42:00.000+11:00

After minutes of convincing my daughter that Santa is nice and everything (at the same time thinking of a good strategy to get a refund just in case she backed out), she finally got to sit on Santa's lap and happily smiled for the camera. Hahaha! Special thanks to Mr Freddo chocolate and little bear!

Lala and Santa

Another celebration

2004-12-16T18:32:00.000+11:00

These photos were taken during Kuya Jojo's birthday party. Notice anything different? Hehehe..alin, alin, alin ang naiba! Isipin kung alin ang..naiba!

Ate Kay with Lala.

Lala with the tree.

Notice someone new? ;P

Lala and Sean

Lala's birthday party

2004-12-10T16:18:00.000+11:00

Due to a lack of time organising my daughter's birthday party, we thought of just having a little celebration at her daycare with her friends. Here are some of the pics that we've taken. Enjoy!

Lala trying to blow out the candles.

Lala's birthday cake.

The kids eating a delicious Boston Mudcake (courtesy of The Cheesecake Shop) -- hmmm whatta cake!

A Cinderella story

2004-12-05T22:32:00.000+11:00

Just a while ago, while I kept myself busy putting up the curtains, I caught a glimpse of my daughter happily playing with her Cinderella doll. Not realising that she might mess up the doll's hair (just like what she did to her Barbie doll... she actually pretended it to be a mop!) or pull one of the doll's arms or legs or even losing the doll's shoes, I kept on doing my agenda. Then, after hours of re-organising our house, vaccuming the whole living room and tucking her to bed, I started tidying up her toys when I noticed that her Cinderella doll is actually missing a shoe! Eeekk! Sabi ko na nga ba! LOL! Hindi kaya it's meant to be? 'Cos her doll's Cinderella? :P Hehe.. just a thought.

My daughter's new 'do

2004-12-05T17:34:00.000+11:00

Check out my daughter's new hairdo... courtesy of yours' truly. Cute aye?

A new start

2004-12-05T15:24:00.000+11:00

Yesterday, I have received the greatest news. A friend of mine is getting married! Finally! *kilig* She even asked if Lala and I could be the abays (Lala as the flower girl and me as one of the bridesmaids). Haayyy... I don't know if it's just me but it seems like almost everybody is getting hitched. I mean it's not that I'm complaining or anything.. hehehe *hint*hint* LOL!

Anyway, Carlo started having this workout routine, so I thought I might do it as well... since it's already my summer vacation and I also have something to look forward to (summertime and my friend's upcoming wedding). Hehehe... So, as a pre-Christmas gift, Carlo bought me this book and DVD combo called More Simply Pilates - Tone, Stretch, Align by Jennifer Pohlman. Although I'm not really a firm believer of having a regular exercise, I thought I'd give it a try (that's because I already do some regular exercise -- doing the laundry, cleaning the house, taking my daughter to the daycare, grocery-shopping, etc.) Hopefully, this will tone my flabby arms, thighs and tummy... or else!

My dearest sister

2004-11-28T22:20:00.000+11:00

I'm currently chatting with my one and only, super-kulit sister, Jeanne. She asked me if I could write something, or rather dedicate something for her. Well, this post is for you! Have a great day! Iha, laging magpapaka-bait at maging masunurin! Huwag gagayahin ang ate! LOL!

Exams... whatta disaster!!!

2004-11-26T16:37:00.000+11:00

Being a major procrastinator, I thought I'd do my revision the weekend before my exams because one of them is an 'open-book' test anyway. As part of the requirements for the exam, we're allowed to have 20 pages of our own notes, double-sided + the Legislation + a dictionary. Fair enough. Hehehe... Then Saturday and Sunday came along and still not a single book opened! Hah! Suddenly, disaster struck when I realised on Monday afternoon while watching dvd with Carlo that my second exam, Taxation Law and Practice, is actually on Wednesday 17 November, not Thursday 17 November!!! F**k!!! But I thought na if I just cut-and-paste our lecture notes, it'll be quicker. Wrong! It actually took me two days (without sleep) just to gather all the notes and other important things for the exam! Arrgghhh! Imagine, nag-puyat ako sa kakagawa ng kodigo? LOL! On the day of the test (sabay 29 degrees pa), I felt like a zombie-na-mala-Ozzy-Osbourne walking around the room filled with people studying. All I can hear is buzzing sounds, like I'm in a beehive! Grabe! Ganun pala ang feeling pag gising ka for 24-hrs! LOL!

Oh well, there's always a first for everything! Hehehe...

3.. 2.. 1! Whoohoo!!!

2004-11-11T20:42:00.000+11:00

Two more exams to go!

Macro-economics
Taxation Law and Practice
Corporate Accounting

...then shopping time na! Yipee! :D

Pre-xmas

2004-11-06T14:50:00.000+11:00

A pre-xmas gift.. advanced Merry Christmas everyone!!! Ilang tulog na lang! ;D

Katamads!

2004-11-03T22:38:00.000+11:00

Grabe! Two weeks to go... exams na!!! Kakatamad mag-aral!!! Waahhhh!

What a lousy weather!

2004-10-23T18:46:00.000+10:00

This is one of those days when you are scheduled to do heaps, but unfortunately, you just can't.. all thanks to this lousy weather! You see, I think I'm one of those people who easily gets affected by the weather. Like today, it's cold and cloudy. Grabe! Kakatamad! Why oh why?! It's supposed to be Spring/Summer already! Waahhh!

My friend, Darla

2004-10-23T18:32:00.000+10:00

Last night, I enjoyed chatting to one of my dearest friends, Darla. Wow! It has certainly been a very long time since we last talked.. I think I was still in New Zealand back then. All we talked about are our carefree lives, our silly and mababaw problems, Backstreet Boys - particularly Nick! Haha!! Grabe! Kakatuwa ano? Parang kailan lang? How I've missed this girl so much. She's my only friend whom I know I can confide to, without the fear of being judged. We've shared some laughter and tears.. secrets and bets! (Hi Charms!) Hehe..

I want to share more of our wonderful friendship, kaya lang knowing my limited time.. hehe! Darla, I miss you, too! You take care always ha? (",)

More Lala's drawings

2004-10-22T14:12:00.000+10:00

Here's more of my daughter's adorable drawings. Enjoy!

The Big C

2004-10-21T11:51:00.000+10:00

I was browsing through some of my old friends' blogs when I came across with the words Breast Cancer. This reminded me of my long overdue appointment with another doctor for a second opinion. A few months ago, I went to our family doctor because I thought I felt something on my left breast. After cheking it, she has confirmed that that something is really there. She instructed me to have an ultrasound right away just to make sure, plus some anti-biotics. In the hospital, while waiting for my name to be called, reality suddenly struck me. "Breast Cancer...? I don't remember any of my relatives who've had this disease.." *worried* Then I thought about my daughter. What if after the ultrasound and other tests, they'll confirm na I have the Big C? Yikes! That night, I told my mom about it. I could tell she was scared and really worried. But knowing my mom, hindi lang nya pinapahalata.

Until now, I think that something is still there but I just don't like touching it. I'm scared, I think.. cos baka one time pag naramdaman ko yun, it might be the size of a ping-pong ball!

Monday, Mondays...

2004-10-18T22:21:00.000+10:00

Grrr! I think I'm gonna have a headache! From 9:30 this morning 'til this moment, I have been in front of the computer - just trying to work and finish on our project and presentation which is due tomorrow! Plus a freakin' test in the morning! *fingers crossed* "Two more weeks!" "Two more weeks!" >>> TAFE is over, hello Higher Ed. exams! *fingers crossed* Right now, thank God for Sex and the City! My headache's gone! Hihee! =)

2004-10-18T21:55:00.000+10:00

My daughter's first drawing!

Just thought I'd share this with you..

2004-10-10T19:32:00.000+10:00

My adorable daughter, Lala.

Lazy Sunday

2004-10-10T18:38:00.000+10:00

Don't you just love Sundays? You can sleep-in, sit outside or go to the beach. Haayy.. but not today! This morning, I got up, prepared breakfast for my kids (Carlo, my other half and Lala, my lovely daughter), did the laundry and while waiting for my load to finish, I tried to do some schoolwork. *sigh* Talk about Lazy Sundays!

First timer!

2004-10-09T22:37:00.000+10:00

Hmm.. so this is what blogging is like! Hehehe.. (wala kasi sa bundok namin 'to eh!)