Mary Anne's Musings

Seriously

2012-01-29T22:05:00.002+08:00

I sometimes get tired of our set up here, being away from my husband for how many years already is not fun at all. Seriously, even though I joined parties from friends or I always at the pool to talk to my friends, it is indeed different when you share the talk to your husband or attend parties with your husband.

And honestly? I need a husband who is beside me to hold my hands, and I am not sure when could experience that again. Sigh!

Remove and Replace

2012-01-27T23:00:00.000+08:00

My car needs overhauling and the expenses that will be incur is not fun at all. I am tired with my car already and I am so looking forward to dispose it. I already have a buyer but I don't think they would get that if they know that the engine is not working properly. Tomorrow, I will go to the shop to talk to the owner what is going on my car and how much would I spend for the parts and repair, I already know the labor so we are now concerned of which parts should I buy and should they replace.

Honda Fit Car

2012-01-26T19:35:00.000+08:00

When my car broke down this afternoon I decided to try to see the car that offered to me the other day. It is an automatic Honda fit and when I saw it, I obviously got in-love with it right away. The color is also awesome, it is a metallic gold so when the sunlight goes to the car, the color will sparkle. How I wish to own that car but let's see because the cost is not fun at all, and I don't have a job. I am tired with my car right now because it is always broke down and I really want to dispose it very soon.

The car looks like the picture above, so you can imagine how excited I was even just to try it. Anyway, got the picture from google.

How I Wish...

2012-01-24T11:11:00.004+08:00

How I wish I could get a massaged today but I guess I can't because I need to pay my daughters tuition fee today. This week is their exam so I need to have a budget for that plus the coach fee of my eldest daughter swimming. I thought I don't have any bills to pay but I totally forgot all about this, I guess I have to say better luck next time, I hope there is still next time though.

Pool Heater Parts

2012-01-24T09:47:00.003+08:00

Most of my readers know that my eldest daughter is a swimmer. We are very proud of her accomplishments in the pool. My youngest also loves the water. She cannot swim yet, but if she sees a pool she wants to jump in the water. For me I prefer a heated pool, I don’t like jumping into cold water, it may way me up, but I would rather be relaxed. What happens if a swimming pool heater goes out? What kind of heater does the pool use and can you get quality pentair pool heater parts to repair it with? I am curious about swimming pools and maybe one day we will own a home with one. I hope it will be heated and if it is, I hope it will never need repair, but if it does I want the best available parts for the repair.

Will Go To The Car Shop

2012-01-22T09:19:00.001+08:00

I have to go out early today because I need to check the car I sent to the shop nearby. I hope this mechanic will do everything just to have my car fixed. The car got noise and it seems like it was leaking near the tire, I would be willing to pay any amount as long as it is worth and as long as I won't be complaining the same issue again.

Happy Birthday Coach!

2012-01-21T23:37:00.001+08:00

I just arrived from a birthday party again and the celebrant is no other than our coach. Yes it was his birthday! And the party was indeed a blast, right after the kids done their training in the morning; we all went to their house to celebrate his birthday. All of the teams enjoyed singing and of course eating lechon, we did not only spent our lunch their but dinner as well. Once again Happy Birthday Coach!

Hair Done!

2012-01-19T12:12:00.000+08:00

I just have my hair done last Sunday in our neighbor's house, she contacted her friend since she also want to have a rebond for her hair as well. She is actually the neighbor of my sister, so we have to go there and Faith has to stay at my sister's house. Mariel was the one who look after her while I was at my friend's house, I just promised her that on Wednesday I would treat her for a hair cellophane so yesterday it was done.

Furniture and Decorations

2012-01-19T09:30:00.000+08:00

I am always thinking about decorating my home. What colors do I want to paint the walls and what do I want to put on the walls. Do I want carpeting or hardwood floors and what do I want to put on the windows? Well, along with all of this, I have to think of what the furniture will look like. If I go for a rustic looks, I might want lodge furniture, if I go for a contemporary look I will want more modern looking furniture. I like the lodge furniture look. It makes the furniture look like it was home made.

Do Not Shout Out When You Are Mad

2012-01-19T09:26:00.001+08:00

Facebook has been the tools for letting each emotions out for many but sometimes there are certain things that you need to compose before you would comment in a certain shout outs and or pictures. Even celebrities has been a victim of being so impulsive when they comment and or writing shout out without looking for the consequences ahead or what would be the result of that certain shout outs because they are just mad at someone and they want to let it out, which is not good. Me, if I don't like the comment that is in my wall, I would just simply delete it or just ignore it or maybe you can let that pass out, it is not that I am not being true to myself but it is better to just pass it out so not to create a noise or maybe talk to the person if you he or she is a friend in private, remember, you don't need the whole world to know what's going on in your life. In most cases, you have the right for your privacy.

YouTube Download

2012-01-18T08:39:00.001+08:00

As a family, we all enjoy watching YouTube. My youngest daughter would be on the computer watching what she likes all day if I would let her. She will even tell me that she wants to stay home from school to watch her favorites on YouTube. It got me to thinking about saving some of her favorites. How do you do a youtube download? I was looking on the net to see if there are some “tools” I could use to get the videos my daughter likes. Well, there are videos I like there too and sometimes I would like copies. So my family downloading some of the videos we find on YouTube would be worth while.

MMFF Entries

2012-01-03T20:59:00.001+08:00

Finally I was able to watch those movies that I like in MMFF entries. First the Segunda Mano with my daughter, then yesterday even though Mj was not able to finish her Kumon early and we were late going to the mall still we watched the Enteng ng Ina Mo together with Sister Merlyn, her two kids, the friend of her daughter, Mj and Faith. And today, together with my niece Mariel we watched the House Husband of Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo. I love all the movies, two thumbs up for all the movies in MMFF.

At Toy Kingdom

2012-01-02T16:08:00.003+08:00

When we went to Toy Kingdom to buy toys for the kids, a salesgirl informed us that Marcelito Pomoy a celebrity, a singer who won Pilipinas Got Talent few years back is at the store. So we went to where he was, he purchased some toys maybe that's for his relatives. My sister asked him if we could take a picture of him with us, he was so kind to stop for a while just to pose with us. He really rock! He is too way different from the TV though, he is good looking in person, we were not able to recognize him at first good thing the salesgirl pointed him and told us that he is Marcelito Pomoy, the singer who have a voice of a woman and could sing like a man as well.

What Did You Do Last New Year?

2012-01-01T09:52:00.001+08:00

So what did you do last New year? Oh well my daughter and I greeted each other "Happy New Year" we also went to the bedroom to greet my sleeping princess a Happy New Year too, she was whining so we have to leave her sleeping maybe she just go too tired from picking some candies when I threw out in the air just before the clocks 12:00 a.m.

Mj got two oranges from the table and together we rolled it inside the house, I also went out in the house too so I could make a revolution to my car, I tried the horn for so many times to make noise. The neighbor greeted me Happy New Year and invited me for a drink. Of course I declined them, I would rather spend my New Year with my kids at home. We spent our New Year so simple yet I could feel the love and harmony at home. Happy New Year to all of you too, and you may have a bountiful blessings ahead.

Looking For DSLR Camera

2011-12-30T10:30:00.001+08:00

My husband called me last night and told me that he will going to buy a new laptop for me but I said I already have a laptop so insisted if he would buy me something, I would like to have a DSLR camera instead. So this morning, he looked for DSLR camera that is on sale but he can't just find any website that sells DSLR that is not expensive. The canon one, the cheaper one cost $800.00 already, if you can recommend a site or a brand of camera that is cheap but has a good quality, you can post a comment here. Thanks!

That Road

2011-12-29T23:54:00.002+08:00

I really don't like driving in diversion road, aside from all the cars there were like racing, I also don't like the uphill, downhill, too curve kind of stuff. But I don't have any choice but to take that road specially if we are in a hurry. The shortcut going to Woodridge where my eldest daughter is having training for swimming is the diversion road. In the contrary, I always avoid to drive on that road but my friends keep on telling me that I don't have anything to afraid about, I just have to be extra careful and alert and I'll be okay. So I took that road, in fact it has been like five times I've already done it and I am now starting to be comfortable with it. Although, I am becoming more defensive whenever I took that road, I know GOD is always with us though, I don't have to race anyway just like other cars that were taking that road.

Segunda Mano Trailer

2011-12-28T23:11:00.004+08:00

Right after we sent Faith to her Pediatrician, I asked sister Merlyn if Mj and I could watch a movie. I really want to watch Segunda Mano of Kris Aquino. The movie is nice though, I can tell Kris Aquino did a good job on this movie. There's a surprise twist on the last part though, but for me it was already expected. What I like most for this movie is that the main cast promised that the proceeds will go to the victims of Bagyong Sendong.

Next movies we would like to watch for MMFF are Enteng ng Ina Mo and The House Husband.

The Woman Of Strong Determination

2011-12-28T22:47:00.002+08:00

I always enjoyed the company of this friend, we laughed each other and sometimes we cried whenever we shared our life to each other. We were even told that we have the same wavelength of interest, ideas and humor. Right now since she didn't finish her college yet, she enrolled as HRM, they cooked, they designed tables and they were taught how to become a professional chef. And even she is a first year college yet, she already planned to have her OJT out in the country and probably after she will graduate, she would look for Restaurant Cook Jobs abroad. She worked in Japan before now she would like to explore another country when she finishes her college. She is a woman of strong determination, whatever she would encounter in life, she will do her best to overcome it for her kids. That's the reason why we clicked so much because we are the same in every way. To my friend, good luck to all your endeavors and I know you would be successful whatever road you are taking to, just remember, I am always here to support you.

While Its Raining

2011-12-27T00:30:00.001+08:00

It is getting late yet I am still here so awake. I am actually trying to boil the meat of a beef because I will be cooking a beef steak or bistek early tomorrow morning for our Christmas party. The kids are already sleeping, well I hope my youngest keep her promise that she would sleep after she will drink a glass of water.

It is raining so hard, the TV won't broadcast when it's raining, I supposed to watch news or my favorite drama series but geez it's raining cats and dogs since this morning. Sigh, when will this gonna to stop? I hope the beef is now soft so I can go to bed instead.

Stanchions

2011-12-26T23:00:00.001+08:00

Often stores, banks and trade shows need a way to keeppeople away from touching a display or they want them to form into lines. One way is by putting up ropes. If you havebeen in a movie theater, I am sure you have seen these ropes that may guide youto the ticket taker or to the concession stand. Movable stanchions often hold up these ropes. A movable stanchion gives the user theability to route the line in any direction it wants. They can also be used to mark a boundary if you do not want peopleto get too close to a display.

The Letter

2011-12-16T10:51:00.001+08:00

I cried when Angelica and Anne Curtis talked about their Dad in KrisTV, I just can't help it because my Dad passed away since I was 9 years and maybe if only he's here, I would give him the best gift I could ever give him. But if I would write a letter right now to him in heaven, it could be like this:

Hi Papa, how are you there in heaven? I know it has been like how many years that you were taken from us but you know what Papa I still missed you though. Especially if I could watch Dad and daughter bonding in the TV or even at the park, malls and etc. I always wished that you were here Papa, so you could see your granddaughters; you know what papa, and they are all growing up now. Mj likes swimming, she looks like me and I guess she looks like you too because they always said I always like you mostly the eyes. Faith, she is more like me in character, the being stubborn, very adventurous and all that. Do you still remember Papa that I was lost when I was a little because I always want to go to places that I didn't go before? And when I got back to the market, Mama is not there anymore. I know you both were worried but thank GOD a police came to help me. I could still remember Papa when you tell your friends about me, you would tell them that I am the brightest daughter you ever have. You would always wave goodbye to me when you go to work, and even you are not feeling well, you still would fetch me from school. And when I got sick, when my sisters were too tired to prepare my foods, you were the one who got up from bed so I could eat. When you got sick and you want me to fan you because you feel like it is too hot and we didn't had electric fan to used. You told me, I have to be a little patient because when you get your strength back, you would surely buy an electric fan so I don't have to use fan for you to feel comfortable. But you were not able to get your strength back, the least I could remember is that, I called and shouted your name while I was eating my dinner because you were there in the ICU struggling for your life. At nighttime, I learned from my sister that you are already gone. I love you so much Papa, and I missed you very much. Thank you for taking care of me when I was just a kid.

One Of Her Dreams

2011-12-16T09:11:00.000+08:00

My daughter's one of her dreams aside for being a professional coach in swimming is to become a nurse or Medical Doctor someday. She would love to wear those suits, nursing uniforms just amaze her, she keeps wondering what would she look like when she wear those or could she dare studying and reading thick books for medicine. Oh well, she is just too young to think about that, she had so many things she would encounter yet and many things she would explore especially on her favorite sport. But one thing for sure, whatever she will become I always be proud of her.

I Am Okay

2011-12-13T00:39:00.001+08:00

I am okay because I know I am still okay compare to some other people
whose burdens are heavier than I.

I am okay although I feel like I was tortured really hard,
life still keep on going because there is no time to stop

I am okay because I have little things to prove I am,
and I have my kids who makes me smile.

I am okay because I should be and I have no options but to be okay.
I AM OKAY? Okay?!

Picture not mine

Engine Dies On Me

2011-12-11T12:03:00.001+08:00

It started just this week just right after I have my aircon repair. The clutch seems having trouble releasing from being pressed. And no matter how I pressed it really hard, the engine would not work and it will just died on me. Yesterday it happens like how many times while on the road, I asked about our coach about it and he said that their might be leaking or the cable should be replaced. He suggested a repair shop nearby so after I sent Mj to her kumon, I went to the Shell service center in Ecoland, I told them about my car's problem then later they checked the clutch, and my coach was right because it really has a leaked. They checked again what parts should I buy and replace it is the repair kit. They took it as a sample and immediately I took a taxicab to look for it, after like 3 auto parts supply I went to, finally I found one in Uyanguren. It only costs 150.00 but my fare cost more than that sigh! The labor was only 200.00, I also bought a coolant for the aircon, hence, I damaged like P450.00. I would surely go back then like next week for the change oil, I hope the clutch will not act like that anymore. It is still heavy though but at least the engine won't die on me at all.

Be Extra Careful This Holiday Season

2011-12-09T19:19:00.001+08:00

Yesterday when I fetched Mj at school, when I passed by at the crossing near where this subdivision is situated, I was surprised because it suddenly got traffic while when I drive there just awhile ago it is not that crowded at all. We stopped by in a hardware for a moment to inquire if they have that bulb that Mj was needed for her project since they didn't had a stock, I went back inside my car and started the engine. The traffic is really getting too heavy this time and then I saw a helmet in the middle of the street, I realized what was the caused of the traffic it was because of an accident. I think the driver and the passenger of that motorcycle was thrown in the canal. This morning my sister heard about it and told me that it was the fault of the taxi because the driver tried to overtake and he was not able to estimate the distance so he hit the back of the motorcycle the reason why they have thrown away.

Today, I heard it from a friend that there's a fire in Magallanes, when I've seen the pictures in FB, I thought it was just a small fire but I was wrong because it was too huge. There were many houses that were burn in an instant, the people tried to save those houses by fetching some water in the river but it was just too huge. The fire almost affected the Magallanes Elem. School as well, it is a good thing that it was only one room that was affected and it was just so slight.

In just two days on this month, these two frustrating news approach everyone by surprise. The worst is the Christmas is as well approaching; those two persons from the motorcycle would definitely be staying in the hospital for a few weeks because of their injuries and a possible bone fracture. Those victims from the fire would probably be homeless this Christmas as their houses were taken away from them just like one blink of an eye. I know they will not be okay until a good hand would send them or offer them some help or at least heal them eventually. Accidents could not be avoided but if we are being extra careful, perhaps we can avoid them to happen. When on the road try to give a way for others and try not to be reckless, it is just a matter of giving and I am sure it is not that hard.

Coca Cola Project For OFW

2011-12-08T10:36:00.001+08:00

Believe me the first time I watched the video of the Coca Cola project for OFW, I sobbed and cried so hard. It is indeed so hard to be miles away from your family and the one you loved. It is a good thing that Coca Cola has a project to send those OFW's back home for this Christmas. Here's the video:

Mistreating

2011-12-04T13:12:00.001+08:00

I am really not happy anymore, I mean I'd been trying so hard to make her life good but no matter what it seems like she is jealous with the person I am making important of course, she is important in my life because she has been with me since she's a little. Now her book is gone and I know for sure she is the one who took it, I don't mind them borrowing my stuff, what I don't like is that they are not asking permission from me or letting me know at least. I hate it but I really want to gone like a bubble, I think I really don't deserve this treat. If only it is easy for me to tell her not to come over here anymore, I may already have done it and replace her with a real helper but I guess the best thing to do is to transfer to a new place in Manila perhaps so they could no longer follow us there.

HD Antennas For Our Box

2011-12-04T12:27:00.001+08:00

When we were disarranging our appliances, I have to disconnect our HD box from the TV and its antenna. When we connect it again, the TV does not work anymore. I was so worried and I thought I will be needing a new cord or the box since we just found out that the hook does not hold anymore, I was thinking an hd antennas outdoor would be the best to buy too, since what we have here does not work when it started to rain. Anyway, good thing that when I tried to connect and disconnect the hook that holds at the back of the box, it worked all so sudden. I didn't have to buy what I mention above, oh well not now because I still have so many things I need to prioritize other than that. Ya know, giving gifts are approaching LOL

I Did Not Text Her

2011-11-28T22:46:00.001+08:00

I was not able to text my friend, I decided not to because I feel like I really have to send Mj to Kumon today. And my instinct was right because today is her schedule for achievement test in English and I didn't know that until I fetch her from Kumon tonight. She told me she got 92 out of 100 but I don't know yet if she is again included for students who would get the advance level, oh well on the second thought I guess not though because this is her second time this month, she got too many corrections when she took the test last week.

On the other note, after I sent her to Kumon, I hurriedly drove to Pag ibig to pay my insurance bill. I thought I could not arrive on time, since when we arrived in Kumon it was already 4:30 p.m., and the insurance company is too far yet from where the Kumon is situated. I knew some shortcuts but I was not sure if the road is clear, yet even so, I was able to arrive on time. It was 4:55 p.m., on their clock when I went inside the establishment.

I Miss Her

2011-11-27T08:52:00.001+08:00

I miss my dear friend Cheryl, I had been texting her to meet me up but she is too busy with her work and her day offs were my family time with my kids but I hope to see her on Monday since Mj will be having an exam at school and so I will just have to exchange her worksheets in Kumon both Math and English. It was Cheryl's birthday last Saturday, she invited me but we were in Marbel at that time for my daughter's competition so I just messaged her my greetings. It has been a while since we've seen each other, but she has work she needs to attend to every night, she works as a call center agent again and I am really tempting to apply at the company she works for, it is not because I miss my friend's company but because I really want to have extra earnings for some purposes.

This was at my house, we're having a little wine here LOL

Niche Blogs and Another Repair Day

2011-11-25T21:23:00.001+08:00

Before anything else, let me invite you to take a peep in my food and travel blogs. I was put to general category before but I realized that it would be better to have a niche to some of my blogs. Do you mind to visit my Points of View Of Travels and Places and Sahm's Food Diary, a note to my healthy lifestyle?

And So I went out today to attend mass in Shrine while I have my car wash nearby. When I went back to get the car, it was all so clean and so shiny. I drove to downtown to pay my electricity bill and I dropped by in the mall to buy my youngest daughter a pizza. In the parking area, I saw something is leaking under my car, I checked it. It looks like water. I open the hood to make sure, what it is; I heard some sounds and smelled something is wasted so I stand by for like a minute. Then right after, I open the hood again to check if that weird sounds was still there and that strong smell from the engine. It seems already okay so I went inside the mall. When I got back, I check the engine again if it got smoke or something; it doesn't so I drive home now. But then when I arrived home, I smelled an engine again, when I checked it again. It seems like the engine oil is leaking. Sigh! Good thing I am already home when the car acted up, tomorrow would be another repair day for my car.

Paranoid

2011-11-24T09:15:00.001+08:00

Maybe I am just too paranoid of this intruder because I was dreaming of it for so many times in one night. This intruder already victimized our neighbor; he took cellphones, money, and digicam. The family was sleeping in the living room, and since they were all girls and too afraid, they just pretended they were just sleeping but they saw him. They said that he just used a pin to open the doorknob then he went inside.

The other night, I was dreaming that somebody climbed up to our gate and went inside. Then later I dreamed again that somebody already in our living room just waiting for us to open our bedroom since we really have to go out at dawn to go to the bathroom, I always woke my daughter's up for nature's call and so she could do her thing as well. I know I am just paranoid, I have 3 locks both of our doors, living room and the back door thus it is impossible for the intruder to get inside and he would do something on our window grill it will took him time to cut it out, and or maybe if he is successful enough for that, I already called somebody to rescue us since our phone, cellphones and computer is in our bedroom but on the other note, it is better to have this alarm in your house that when someone is trying to get inside, the sounds would took off.

Still Lucky

2011-11-22T07:34:00.001+08:00

I admit I am really not okay today, I didn't even went out yesterday because I just wanted to sleep and sleep hoping I could forget all my depression in life. I was ready to go out when I asked my sister Merlyn to just fetch Mj to send her to Kumon. I was really not feeling okay, I am hurting deep inside and I am not sure if I can still bear this pain. I didn't drive since I am worried if I can't concentrate on my driving, I already know how to drive but I really need to have be more attentive while doing such. I know it is not only me who feels this kind of frustration and it just makes me feel fortunate somehow that somewhere out there, there are some people whose frustrations are more than of what I am feeling right now. I am still lucky, I guess. Anyway, I hope these feeling will go away very soon because I need to be more active, my kids need me everyday and so I need to be strong.

Useful Equipment

2011-11-21T20:19:00.001+08:00

When I visit my Doctor for check-up I always get curious where did they get their equipment and such. But even though they have the gadgets to use for check-up one thing I noticed was that they don't have computers on their table or on their secretary's table. I thought it is much useful for them if they have that gadget for their daily uses or maybe they just find it out so expensive, that is why they choose not to purchase one for their office. Well, I guess not with Howard medical computer carts because they provide durable and qualities helper’s medical carts. With their works and hectic schedule they need equipment that could be dependable and trustworthy.

Waiting For A Perfect Timing

2011-11-20T20:03:00.001+08:00

One thing I always want to dream to have is a new camcorder so I could videotape my daughter when she swims hard to win for her competition. There are camcorders that are not that expensive I know all I have to do is to wait for a perfect timing. Maybe this black Friday they would have sales for camcorder I like, I hope and pray that it is something I could afford to have otherwise I have to save more so I could buy it.

Eon Card Is Okay

2011-11-11T22:11:00.001+08:00

The other day, I was so worried that there is something wrong when I tried to verify my new eon atm card. I thought I haven't verified it correctly, my husband told me to be calm, soon my money will arrive and that I could pay the rent of our house in due time. I already told the owner of the house to just wait since my money hasn’t arrived yet. She did not message me anything, so I expect she understood my situation. The next day, even though it was so hot and sweaty, I still drove down to the bank to check if my money is already there and guess what? I was so happy that the money I expected to arrive is there already. So the verification was correct and perfectly fine.

Worried

2011-11-10T09:18:00.002+08:00

I am so tired but I have to go out very soon, I need to check my bank if the money I issued from paypal already arrived. I have withdrawn it from my paypal last Saturday yet and I am wondering why it is not yet there in my bank. Now I am worried if I have verified my paypal very well since I just renewed it, I was not sure if I did the right thing but the agent said I did the right way. I hope it is there now because that supposed to be set aside to pay our rent here. I messaged the owner yesterday and good thing that she understands.

I Am Finally Driving Again

2011-11-07T22:50:00.001+08:00

After like 2 weeks of having the car in the shop, finally my mechanic finished repairing my A/C. Early this morning, right after I sent Mj to her training. I went out immediately to go to the repair shop to have my car Freon. I was disappointed when he told me that he can't go with me, and I should Freon the car myself. He told me where to go but I just could not follow the sketch. Good thing, later he decided to drive with us there, they put some Freon and test the car. The aircon works fine now. We also went to vulcanizing shop to have my tire fixed since the right tire was flat.

I was able to fetch Mj and sent her to Kumon finally driving now. I could not contain my happiness, I was nervous again though since it has been 2 weeks I was not able to practice driving. But I think I am doing perfectly fine now, I can drive smoothly ever than before. I am okay because God will always guide me along the way.

Crying

2011-11-07T07:08:00.003+08:00

Christmas is fast approaching. And every time it comes I feel like to cry, I feel like I wanted to put all my pains and failures inside by crying. Through it I feel light and ready to struggle again, I feel so tired at times of course but what can I do? But even so, I will never give up, I will never surrender because I know I can make it, because my kids are with me. They are my strength and my life. Yet it is okay to cry that makes me stronger.

No Car Still

2011-11-04T22:20:00.002+08:00

I am tired again, we supposed to get home early from the training but Mj and I went to the shop to check the car. I thought I could bring that tomorrow for the competition but I found out that my mechanic is not done connecting the wires that should be connected. The switch for the aircon was also damaged and I need to buy one, which cost me P1, 000.00.

We waited for him to finish it but too bad it was not yet finish. So since it's already late I just told him I will just try to get back by tomorrow, I will see if I could get a chance to slipped away from the competition. I know I could not get to watch all the events but I hope to watch Mj's swim at least some of it.

Halloween Light Show

2011-11-02T07:06:00.002+08:00

I saw this video in you tube and I hope you will find it interesting. Watch and be amazed of how it was beautifully created by the owner of the house.

Backpacks

2011-11-02T06:51:00.002+08:00

My eldest daughter doesn't like to use a school stroller bag anymore, she insisted on buying her a backpack so when we went to Manila, I bought her one. But the only problem is the zipper it was easily got damaged. Thus I am looking for something durable and stylish, a bag that she could use not only for school but for her swimming as well. I am actually looking for a very well designed north face backpacks, it has a lot of compartments and it is perfect for her everyday use. Yet, I could not buy her one now, she has to wait until next year, when the school starts. We already agreed that she could get new notebooks and bag every enrollment. So she should take good care of her things, the zipper of the bag was already repaired.

Happy Halloween

2011-11-01T01:28:00.002+08:00

We were not able to join the trick or treat as what I promised Mj last month. Everything just went crazy right and before the DCAA meet, I was not able to buy them some costumes or filled up the registration today at the Woodridge. If only I prepared this event enough, Faith could have so many treats from those people who have a good heart. Anyway, even so let me still greet my kids and you a Happy Halloween!

It Is Important Not To Panicked

2011-10-30T21:04:00.000+08:00

My friends shared with me their story when they have trouble with their cars. My friend once told me that when she was about to deliver the packages, suddenly her van smoked, she went out of the car and she asked for help. Everyone around her, helped her detached the battery so the fire or smoked won't get to the battery.

That was the same thing that happened to me last week, right after I sent Faith to her school. But I was amazed that I did not panicked. When the car started to smoke, which I thought before it was only a smoke of my aircon but I realized it was not. So I parked the car on the side of the street, got the pliers, opened the hood and checks where's the smoke came from. And since I can't detached the battery that instant, I asked for help from the tricycle driver and they ran towards me fast to help me with the battery. You see, it is really important not to get nervous or panicked when emergency like this occurs especially when driving in a highway.

Meanwhile, my car is at the shop, the mechanic said that it was the clutch of the compressor was the culprit. It said there's a short of wiring the reason why the fuse gets burn. Tomorrow, we will preon it again, I hope I will be able to do all the things I need to tomorrow morning, like sending Mj to the pool and accompany at the same the mechanic for the preon.

Cakes and Pastries

2011-10-30T07:59:00.001+08:00

My daughters and I have a sweet tooth. We have a hard walking by a bakery or pasty shop without drooling. Maybe it's not only because we are girls but also maybe it's because we just like cakes and pastries. Well, I know my youngest will want chocolate. About a year ago, I enrolled in a pastry course and it was fun. I was able to make some things that I thought I could not. I made a cake that my kids loved. I sometimes thought since I am just staying home, maybe I would be more productive if I would look for Pastry/Baker Chef Jobs, in that way I could help my husband with our expenses here at home. On the second thought, my kids need me more than everything and since I have a part time job, even though it is not that big, it could still help anyway. I am not much into baking, it's really not part of the Filipino culture but there are very talented bakery and pastry chefs in the Philippines. There is nothing like smelling cookies, bread or cake baking in the oven. It makes my mouth water.

Praybeyt was Delayed

2011-10-28T10:02:00.001+08:00

We went out so early to fetch Mj from school; it was the last day of their exam. I already brought with us her swim materials so after the movie ends we will head up immediately to her training. To our disappointments it didn't went that way because when we went to the movie house, it said that the film was not arrived yet, so we went to the other mall yet it was still the same thing. I was like if they don't have the film yet they should not put an advertisement that it is already showing. But in fairness they still showing that day but we can't watch it anymore because it was already 2:30 p.m., and Mj's training will start at 4:00 p.m., sigh!

Losers!

2011-10-28T09:17:00.002+08:00

I was so surprised yesterday because there's one who complained of one of our team mates and the complainant is her cousin, her relative or with her own family. I am not sure if she is just so jealous to us because most of our swimmers won or they are just plain losers as what their logo is saying.

Our issues have been long over due, we even forgot you already but every time we had a competition, you always have a say to us. Oh well, here's my word for you and to you all, beware of a team or a coach that say's "Champions win, blah blah blah because their captain himself is nothing but a loser. You will never know he already hooked you big time.

We were just cheering yesterday and all a sudden we heard something from them that one of our swimmers, swam for his brother, oh GOD! You should open your eyes wide and know the entry as well, so when you say something you will not get embarrassed and then the second one was that, our team mate is already a high school while he is only grade 7 and was 12 years old. Would you mind to go to the official directly and complain to them not to us? And please know that before the swimmers can swim in DCAA, the Dep Ed will give the coach of our unit a clearance. The clearance has been given just before the meet. I don't know if you are just playing stupid or stupid since then at all, my goodness!!!!!

I Am So Back

2011-10-26T08:29:00.001+08:00

It has been weeks since I don't blog much, suddenly my motivation just went down and I could not help it. Even to some task I was delayed but at least I done it just before the deadline. I had a talk with my friend yesterday and she advised me to keep it up whatever I am doing, she told me I am lucky to have this kind of part time job so I should not leave it behind. So guys I am so much back, I am active again in entrecard and adgitizing and I will try my best to update my blog as scheduled.

Quickly and Expertly

2011-10-26T08:15:00.000+08:00

I have writings about RV's before and how much fun I thought it would be to take the girls on a trip in a recreational vehicle. I have a trip that I would like to take in mind, and one thing I have to consider is what if we have mechanical problems on the way? Where would I go for affordable rv repairs? Well, when planning a trip of any sort in any kind of vehicle, it is always best to be prepared. I don't want to spend our vacation time on repairs, but if do need them I want to know where to go and I want it to finish quickly and expertly.

Dental Appointment This Morning

2011-10-19T08:28:00.001+08:00

Mj supposed to have a dental check up on Monday but darn I forgot we had an appointment and I sent her to school on that day. So I called the dentist and told her, we will just postponed it the next day, but Mj was too late to tell me they had a presentation on Tuesday so today I hope the dentist will be available in the morning because Mj will have to attend her class in the afternoon.

Equestrian Apparel

2011-10-19T08:05:00.001+08:00

I never really was interested in riding horses when growing up. I did not know much about them except they were big. But now I am curious about equestrian events and wonder if either of my daughters might take an interest in horseback riding. One thing I have noticed is equestrian apparel. Some of it is very nice and stylish, but practical for riding. I know that if one of my daughters choose this activity, it will be nice to get them the gear and apparel they need to look good in any competition they might enter. Of course we would have to get a horse. But of the kids want to do it, I think I will be able to convince my husband to support their decision.

Sleeping So Early

2011-10-19T08:00:00.002+08:00

Since my husband implemented a rule of a 10:00 p.m. sleep, we were obliged to go to the bedroom on that time. And since Mariel has been staying here for 5 days now, she could not do anything else but to follow also the rule because my youngest daughter won't sleep if she will not sleep or lie down beside her.

I am so happy that my niece slept early than her usual time, and she is following of our rule here. She is used to sleep too late and I keep on reprimanding her that it will trigger her heart condition. Good thing, since the other night she is sleeping early.

Best Gift For Dad

2011-10-19T07:33:00.002+08:00

My husband asked me to ask my daughter if she wanted to sleep alone in a bedroom or if she wants to share it with her sister. She is fast asleep yet so maybe I will ask that to her later. My husband has been planning ahead of us to be together so whether it is here, I really don't actually care. All I want is for us to be together for good, and since Christmas is fast approaching and I am thinking what to buy for him, not only me but my daughter as well, she has been asking me what is the best gift for dad. Like me, she has been anticipating this Christmas season because we will be together to celebrate it, as my husband promised. Many malls are already displaying varieties of gifts, Christmas cards and the like, but I still can't figure out what my husband wants. Or better I would ask him of what he wants, what do you think?

Implemented A Rule

2011-10-16T22:24:00.002+08:00

I just read about what you can get from sleeping too late last night, you can get obesity, heart failures and diabetic. It is supported by my husband, so my husband implemented a rule for us here. At 10:00 p.m., we should be sleeping already, so tonight my husband keeps on reminding me about it. And the clock says its past 10:00 p.m., already so goodnight everyone!

One Way To Make A Gift Special

2011-10-16T09:35:00.001+08:00

Christmas is only 10 weeks away and I am trying to think of what I will get the girls this year. What do you think makes a gift precious? Is it more important that the gift is given or who is giving the gift or what the gift is? Well how about a personalized gifts for her. Having the names of my daughters on their gifts or getting a personalized gift from my husband is one way to make a gift special. A gift does not have to be expensive, the thought and the love behind it is what will make it precious.

God Bless Us Bloggers

2011-10-15T01:06:00.002+08:00

You may notice that I don't post any pictures of my kids and me that much at all. Oh well, I am scared of this identity theft online. I read it one time that your kid's name can be used for any thing even she or he was only a baby. Although I am safe with that because I don't post the complete names of my daughters and me, but I can't just avoid thinking what if those pictures will be used for any possible threat. I know those pictures can't be deleted anymore and I really don't have the plans to delete it here in my blog.

However I am just posting pictures of them and me, if we were in a group or a picture that is not focus to them at all, like they were in a side view or something like that. At least, it worries me less of whatever threat that would get along the way.

God forbid for all those threats, he may protect all my blogs and your blogs for anything. God bless us!

Just Like The Big Loser

2011-10-15T00:10:00.002+08:00

I was already certain I would lose weight but geez I can't help to eat a lot. It has been consecutive two days that I can't be contented for one cup of rice but two. I know I need to lose weight, I need to get rid off this flabby belly but do you know what is the most effective way to lose weight or should I just join the big loser so I can lose weight a hundred pounds just like the big winner Larry. LOL

Misleading

2011-10-10T22:47:00.002+08:00

Have you experienced when you went to a restaurant and when you choose a menu, the waiter would say we don't have that as of the moment yet they did not put a signage there that it was not available and when you choose the other one, they would still say we don't have that. I mean come on; they should put something in there so the customers will not expect that everything on the menu will be ready to serve. Tsk, tsk, tsk...

Customized Car

2011-10-09T07:50:00.002+08:00

Yesterday when we went out in the mall and went to the parking area. We saw this customized car just parked beside my car. It was so cool! The color was gray and I think the body was of that of a Volkswagen, the roof was he put some styles, it has like a wings of the plane but of course it is smaller than that. The front was also personalized. I wonder how much did he spend just to customized an old car and make it just perfectly cool. Too bad, we were not able to bring a camera to take a snapshot of that car, sigh! Yay, I am not bringing camera these days. Where's the blogger in me now?

To Prevent Breast Cancers

2011-10-07T11:10:00.002+08:00

I just learned that exercising would prevent breast cancers for women so my friends and I had an agreement to go walking next week inside an exclusive subdivision where our kids does their training. So while they are on training, I guess walking or jogging around the subdivision would not be a burden for us, instead of just talking and sitting around without any effort to move at all. I mean aside as I also want to lose weight, exercising is also good for the heart and for our breast.

I Need Motivation

2011-10-06T23:41:00.002+08:00

I am already so sleepy geez I need to sleep very soon. I slept early these past few days at all, after I would assist my kids for their studies, I oftentimes would sleep with them on our bed. But tonight, Faith went to bed early, she was already been sleeping the moment we arrived from the pool. So I am here updating my blogs, but honesty, this whole stuff is becoming so dull to me anymore. Yes, I need some motivation to do blogging because I feel like I lose out of track. Anyway, goodnight everyone!

Too Bad

2011-10-02T19:58:00.001+08:00

I was so ready to click my camera at the place we just went to for the kids training but all a sudden it says "memory full" and when I checked for it, the memory card was not there. When I asked my daughter about it, she thinks that we left it at home because the last time she saw it was on the top of our cabinet. Good thing, there's no much scenes I need to capture so my camera was just inside my bag. There's one thing though, it was the green trees and the highway on our way home but it was just too bad, thus I just enjoyed myself looking the green surroundings around. I just hope it will never be touched by some developer out there, I mean we already have enough. And the Mother Nature is really taking revenge to all of us now because of what we did to her, so I guess we must need to take aback this time and give Mother Nature a break.

Two Weird Dreams

2011-09-30T10:18:00.005+08:00

I just had some weird dreams just this week. First was somebody gave us an ice cream full of varieties of flavors. We do love ice cream and since we can't finish the whole container, we put it in the fridge but then the person who gave us that ice cream, she gave us again another batch and she said we have to finish it all in an instant because it will just go wasted. So we tried, there's a durian flavor, mango, buko salad and a lot more, I think there were 8 flavors in one container. I was in awe, and then I woke up.

Just the other night, I dream of a big house, that house was not even familiar. It was a 2 story house, when I went inside I saw my sister who is in Singapore to work now. She told me that we just move in to that house, I said I was just gone for an hour and we already move out from the house that I rented, she said she immediately transferred all the things because that big house is for free. It has been years that no one lives there and the owner said that we could occupy the house for free. Thus, I was like okay, I roam around the house, then one of my sisters approach me that they just had a business and she earned like P3, 600.00 for one day. I went to the kitchen; I saw some old people playing the tong its, 3 old people were sitting on the other table trying to win each of their game cards. And on the other table, there were 4 old people playing the same thing. There's an old lady there who also played the game card who keeps on talking to me that I should not be worried because there were many neighbors I could talk to or ask for help if I need some. Beside that old lady, there's a toilet bowl, I feel like to pee so I peed there with those four old people around. Weird isn't it? I will have to give you the meaning on my other blog.

The Latter Stages of our Life

2011-09-30T10:02:00.002+08:00

Sometimes I think life is a circle. When we are still babies we need somebody to take care of us and keep us clean. As we age we are able to take care of ourselves better. We have better control of our bodies and its functions. As we start getting older and our hair greys, we start having some other problems. Urinary problems are not all that uncommon. So as we wore diapers as a baby, we may need urinary incontinence products as we enter the latter stages of our life. I hope I don’t need to wear an adult diaper, but I guess if it comes to the point where I need it I will.

Pain in the Butt

2011-09-30T00:28:00.000+08:00

I didn't know that to join the DCAA meet is a pain in the butt not the competition but the school. It was early August that I'd been asking and inquiring about the requirements so on and so forth. They keep on telling me that they will give me updates but it is already at the last week of September yet the school doesn't seem to care at all. They just want recognition but when there's a need for them to at least provide some information about the requirements, they just don't comply it or even help the parents for the forms.

This afternoon, I was so pissed off with their response when I ask them of the entry forms and the requirements, they just told me that they are not concentrating on our event but in another event. I flared up and answered her sarcastically. I mean, come on, every kids has potential so even if she got awards or not with the previous competitions they attended to, they should support them because they exerted their effort and they prepared for this event. Why can't they see that? They just let the parents took the responsibility while they should be the one to provide all the necessary information.

Now with my co-parent when they asked to pay some fees to be a member in a unit, the school suddenly told my friend that they will not pay for it because the school does not have funds for the said event. What happen to our sports or miscellaneous fees, are they just directed to each pocket of those who were at the position? Those funds supposed to be spending for any sports that the students are joining, so if there's a need to pay to be included in a unit so the kid can participate, the school should shoulder the expenses.

Bantay lang lagig makadaug!

Two Gifts on Wedding Anniversary

2011-09-26T08:36:00.002+08:00

I got two gifts I received on my wedding anniversary from my two friends. One is a frame and the other one, which I just received on Thursday, is a product from Victoria Secrets and a T-shirt. These two friends never ceased of giving me surprises, I really don't mind receiving gifts. I even told them not to bother because their presence on my wedding anniversary and celebrated with me on that day was more than enough. Although my husband was not there, I have these friends who's always there for me through good and bad times. I am always thankful that I have surrounded by good friends in my life right now. I miss my friends who are already living abroad but GOD is so good because he let me meet good friends when my life started to be dull and boring.

Pictures will be posted soon.

Thanks PHIC!

2011-09-25T11:28:00.000+08:00

If it was not because of my insurance in Phil Health, I could have paid the whole amount of P9, 000 plus of the Mj's bill in the hospital. I have decided to continue my contribution in Phil Health after a few months of my resignation at the call center. It was proven that in terms of hospitalization, this insurance could really helped me a lot, the first time was that when My was diagnosed of Dengue. But because I am a member of the Phil Health insurance, we just paid the half of the bill and yesterday I was still able to use it even though I am not connected to any company anymore. I voluntarily paid my contribution for emergency purposes. I immediately got all the requirements needed so I can use my insurance upon checked out and I was not wrong to gather it all on Friday because the Doctor approved us for check out on Saturday and during Saturdays, PHIC is not open.

The bill was almost P10, 000, the deduction for PHIC members, is P5, 000.00. I just paid P4, 369.80. So if you don't have the PHIC insurance you should not think twice to be a member, because it does really help us.

Once Upon A Time

2011-09-25T11:13:00.001+08:00

Once upon a time there was a girl who liked gadgets, she wanted to have one that she could listen to music and play games all but just touching the screen. Well that girl is me. I would like a devise where I can listen to music, play games and take and show my photos. An ipod nano touch is just such a device. Just by touching the screen I can access any function on it. I like the idea of a touch screen. One thing I will have to do is keep it away from my youngest. She really likes to play touch them and she will even pretend to play, but she is a bit rough with it. Well I am looking forward to trying out a touch screen device to check out the ease of use.

A Little Celebration

2011-09-19T22:49:00.001+08:00

After I treat my friends in a restaurant here in the celebration of our wedding anniversary, I brought the kids a home made cake of my friend Ethel and an ice cream. One of my sister's friends came by here too, so they were able to have a taste of our little celebration at home. My sister Irenie and her family had dinner with us as well.

Complete

2011-09-19T00:11:00.002+08:00

My day is complete because I was able to go to church today with my sister, her son, my kids and my niece Mariel. I have to thank my sister because she keeps on calling me and asked me to get ready for church, I also have to practice driving going to church, thank GOD we get home safe after the church.

Tomorrow is our wedding anniversary and I thank GOD for 2 years of being married and I am counting for more, my husband has been very good to me although there are times I would argue with him during chat for some reason, he would just listen and would understand me most of the time. But lately he has been calling me the Ms. Worrier even the people from the IM has tag me that. LOL

Planning For A Getaway

2011-09-16T08:41:00.000+08:00

This is what I like being at the club, we were able to go some places during competition. Just yesterday, we learned that there will be a competition on December in Manila and we are planning to go there. We are just waiting for a confirmation of the venue, but if not my friend and I are planning to book for Singapore. Actually, she supposed to book our flight last month because she has learned that there will be a discount rate in Cebu Pacific back and forth, but when she tried to make a reservation, the flight going back home has already been taken and it was replaced with very expensive booking fee. So she stopped and said we will just wait for another discount rate online. So we are hoping if we can't make it in Manila, we probably we shall going to book for Singapore.

Ms. Universe 2011

2011-09-14T23:38:00.001+08:00

I am not really into watching beauty contest, because of the thrills and the shout outs in FB. I have convinced myself to watch just like the Ms. Universe from last year and this year. Yet, while watching the Ms. Universe, I can't help to go back to my computer and read some updates from friends shout outs in Facebook so even though we were 30 minutes late here, I already knew that Ms. Philippines was included in top 16, then top 10, and top 5. I was disappointed that Shamcey was not able to get the crown, but even so, I am still so proud of her achievements. She definitely nailed it especially during the Q and A portion, she was the only one who doesn't need an interpreter and she answered it straight. Congratulations Shamcey, for us you are our Ms. Universe.

For My Swimmer

2011-09-14T09:00:00.001+08:00

Our eldest daughter is a swimmer. When she was in the Novice competition she did very well in both the swim meets she was entered. Well I am proud of her efforts and I have done my best to capture them on film. One thing I think would be nice to do is get some underwater video of her swimming. One way to do this would be for me to wear some 3.1MP goggles (3.1 megapixel digital camera build in) to capture her as she swam underwater. This would be great for me so see her from and under water aspect or even for to show the video to her coach to help evaluate her technique. What do you think? Is this a good idea?

Extra Hot

2011-09-12T08:57:00.001+08:00

Early in the morning at that and it is so hot.

Have you noticed it?

Even I am just here at home in the kitchen actually, I am sweating so badly. This time I need some ice for me to take a bath, it would be nice to subside the uncomfortable feeling. The heat of the sun drains my energy. It gets very humid too even it rains last night. Yet, we did not use the aircon, Mj doesn't like it, she said it would always makes her feel sick. But if it will be like this every night, I think we will have to turn the A/C on and will turn it off after the room gets cool enough.

I Shall Return

2011-09-11T07:18:00.001+08:00

Everyone knows that I am getting so busy everyday, from my kids to home and some stuff. So I guess I have to give myself a break from Meme. It is not that I don't enjoy it of course; I enjoyed every bit of it. But things have change and there are times that I can't do the post anymore so I hope you all understand. One month or two, I am not sure that this blog will have no meme posts. I would still update all my blogs from time to time though and I am certain I would miss doing all the memes but when I am ready I am sure to go back, that's why I will still have the badges for the meme on my sidebar because I shall return and will do it again.

Nostalgia # 21: Our Bundle of Joy

2011-09-09T15:01:00.002+08:00

This photo was of my baby now toddler, she used to be tamed in my tummy when I was yet pregnant with her, she doesn't move all the time especially at work. But every time I got a phone call expect her to move fast, like swimming as she could.

She got a loud cry then when she went out to see the world!

Wednesday White # 1 Bleaching Mixed

2011-09-08T07:52:00.001+08:00

I am sorry for posting this late, I tried to post it last night but my heart is so heavy. I could not even think what to write. All I thought was the movie that I watched, I got emotional and I burst into tears and mind you I cried a river for the whole movie. By the way, the picture above is a bleaching mixed for the skin, and this is what I am busy for nowadays. My friend convinced me to apply it on my skin, it is not only for a lighter skin but it can also make your skin smooth and soft. LOL

This is my first entry for:

Speechless

2011-09-07T01:24:00.002+08:00

This is what my problem when it regards to collect money for the funds of our club; I always get goosebumps for asking some of the parents to pay. I mean I don't have problem with my closest friends because they will just pay without me asking them. I mean oh well I could ask them anytime because I am already used to them but with some of the parents, I am speechless and I don't know how to make an intro to ask them of their dues. Sigh!

$65.00

2011-09-04T23:17:00.001+08:00

I only need the $65.00 to be deposited in my paypal and my dream to have my Dad transferred to another memorial park will be realized. I mean the money is already there and it is just need to be deposited, and that's it. My Dad will have then a proper place to stay for as soon as I could pay the intermittent fee and my promise will be through. The only lacking though is my Mom to be placed beside him. Maybe not this year but soon, I will still save money for that. I'll just take it one at a time, so I don't feel rush.

Camera Critters # 3: Starfish

2011-09-03T22:06:00.001+08:00

When we had a getaway at the beach last week, the kids were hunting for starfish and these are the ones they got. Actually they collected 15 of them, one of their teammates adore animals and so are the kids were persuaded to look for some starfishes.

Affordable Room Rates

2011-09-02T20:26:00.000+08:00

I just went to Pinnacle Hotel; actually I did not plan to go there because I have to go to SSS to pay my contributions, but darn I was late again so instead of wasting my time going there, I dropped by at the Pinnacle Hotel instead.

The hotel was huge, it is even bigger than of Apo View Hotel and yet their hotel room’s rate is only 2,500 for the standard and for the twin it is 2,800.00. Actually, there are in promo right now, so I guess my kids and I will stay there for 2 days on my wedding anniversary. I guess my husband could not again be with us; it has been 2 years since we did not see each other. I know we can chat everyday and we can talk over the phone twice in a day, but for me it is not enough. We still need him here; I still need a husband who is always around me. Oh well, for now I can't do anything to that but to wait. I wonder how long should I wait.

I am still contemplating of where could I celebrate it, of course I'll be having some friends with me on that day. Have a nice dinner perhaps, I have to budget the meal yet though.

It Is Never Be Better

2011-09-01T10:27:00.001+08:00

When you did something that makes someone got hurt and you wanted to make up with him or her, would you ever tell him or her, it is better late than never. For me I guess even you wanted to straighten out the things between the two of you. The pains that once he or she had felt were already there and no matter what you do the scarce will be left to remind him or her of what you did. So even so the quote is saying it is better late than never, I guess it will never be better.

During Snow

2011-09-01T10:03:00.001+08:00

My husband's place gets overly snowed that sometimes he could not even go out because his tires would slipped on the road and that can cause road accidents. I am not sure if my husband knows about snow chains for trucks or snow chains for his van but I would tell him the moment he will have his Internet connection, somebody has told me about it and I guess he could go to the snowy road with nothing to worry about. The snow season will be there up soon so I guess this thing could help him somehow. I can't bear to hear or to see him frustrated anymore; he had enough during storm Irene because until now he still doesn't have electricity. I hope everything will be well and I hope it is not expensive to have his roof repaired.

Nostalgia # 20: The Ring

2011-09-01T09:36:00.001+08:00

This was the engagement ring I was wearing on the first day that my husband and I met. He gave it to me on our way to the hotel from the airport. I could never believe I actually wearing a diamond ring at that time. I just have seen in the webcam when he showed it to me on December and I could never contain my happiness when he slipped it in my finger.

Admiring Their Uniforms

2011-09-01T09:17:00.000+08:00

When I was still pregnant with my youngest, I oftentimes go to my ob-gyne for my monthly check-up and thus I always see nurses or doctors wearing their hospital scrubs. I always admire them wearing their colorful uniforms, I always love blue color, second is pink. I always dream of one of my kids wearing those uniforms someday. My eldest has a desire to become a Medical Doctor or Nurse but let's see if her dreams would change when she grows up, I hope not though. For Faith, it is yet so early to tell what would she want for a career but since she loves computer so much, maybe a programmer analyst would do for her just like her Dad. On the other hand, let me just enjoy seeing nurses wearing their cute and colorful uniforms whenever we go to my kids pediatrician for their vaccination.

Friend's Lists

2011-08-31T23:16:00.002+08:00

One day when I opened my FB, somebody message to me in regards with her computer, she was in my friend's list so I thought it was one my blogger friends. And for me to make sure, I asked about her website but she said she doesn't have a blog and she even asked me what is that. I was not able to continue chatting with her because I was already in a hurry.

Now this time is worst, one commented my status so I replied her in our dialect and she replied she could not understand it. Only then I realized she is not a Filipino and she lives in another country.

I was wondering though how was I able to have them in my list. I found out it is through friends, good thing I have a separate FB, which my personal and tones of pictures stored. The other one was only for the sake of my blog.

A Very Inspiring Movie

2011-08-30T23:54:00.002+08:00

After the "Every Child is Special" I can't help but to search what other movies does Aamir Khan have and somebody told me about 3 idiots. This guy really rock, I love the way he acts and he can sing too. The one that really touches my heart is the song "All is Well"

He quoted

Rancho: That day I understood that this heart scares easily. You have to trick it, however big the problem is. Tell your heart, 'Pal, all is well. All is well.'
Raju: Does that solve the problem?
Rancho: No, but you gain courage to face it.

Here's MTV of the All is Well, with English subtitle, just click the cc at the right bottom and the subtitle will show up.

Went To Fiesta Today

2011-08-28T01:09:00.002+08:00

Happy Fiesta to my sister's place, we just went there today after Mj's Kumon. She cooked dinner for us, we were their only visitors and Faith is already there making kulit to all of them. I could hear her voice just before we went inside the gate. Their fiesta celebration was so simple; most of the neighbors did not even care to serve foods in the table. Maybe the economy crisis is hitting to all of them, oh well not them only but all of us. My sister just cooked us two varieties of foods and we were able to bring some of it. So I don't have to cook for breakfast because we will just heat it before we go out to watch movie.

Dragging

2011-08-26T22:44:00.002+08:00

Is this because of the typhoon in some part of the country why I got a low Internet connection. It was so fast a while ago and now it seems like everything is dragging. I wonder what time will I finish doing my ec drop and what time will I finish my updates. I am trying to comment to other blogs but it the site is not showing up. Waiting for it to load takes a lifetime, I guess I will have to hit the bed and sleep now. Sigh!

Plumbing Repair For This House

2011-08-26T09:50:00.003+08:00

Winter can be tough, our frozen pipes ruptured and the plumber we called was on the job an hour later and the pipes were fixed.

A couple of years ago, I forgot to disconnect the water hose from the external faucet and water froze in the pipes causing a rupture. We found out when we went to use it water was leaking from the wall in into the garage. I was not real happy with this but I made a call and the plumber was on site repairing the rupture.

I always use the same plumber when I have plumbing repair that needs to be done. This house is an older house (built in 1971) and as things wear out I have had to call for faucet repair and replacement and work in the toilets when they were not functioning properly. I have had shower fixtures replaced and even replaced the kitchen sink.

Living near the water and having a septic tank instead of being connected to the city sewage system means I have to make sure it does not back up. This happened once, just after I bought the house, I was not informed that the septic system was due to be pumped. Well fortunately, there was not significant damage and my favorite plumber was more than capable to making sure there were no lingering blockages.

I consider myself pretty hand with doing some jobs around the house, however plumbing is not one of them. When I tried to replace the internal workings of one of the toilets, I got leaks from the tank. It took the plumber about 15 minutes to fix my goofs.

It may appear that I have had a lot of problems with plumbing in this house, but I have been here a long time and the plumber has never had to fix the same problem twice. I like my house and I am very happy with my local rotor rooter plumber.

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Nostalgia # 19 : Engagement Party

2011-08-25T22:40:00.002+08:00

Sometimes things happen by accident. On a day back in ****** a friend told me about ***** an online ******. I thought I would check it out. And as luck would have it after a couple of weeks and making a few new friends I saw a one young woman in there talking about aliens. When I looked at her photo she had a flower in her hair. I was impressed by her profile. It seemed very sincere.

Well I talked to her privately via the ******. And I began to know her better. I learned that her birthday was on **** 23rd and I tried to send her some flowers. As it has been with us from the beginning, the flowers and chocolates got there a few days late. By this time I had already developed feelings for her, but at first she was not interested in being “pursued.”

I was persistent and in early November while snoring I got a call at midnight from her. She said “promise you will never leave me.” Since that time I have come to know and love her more. Through many trials and tribulations I have finally made it do Davao to meet ****, MJ and the rest of her family. We have always been good together even when chatting on the net. And even though she was late greeting me at the airport. I did not give her “palo.” I will let MJ and Marielle do it for me. I have learned that Anne, is cute and sweet and very very makulit. I also know she is the best thing that has come into my life. I look forward to many happy years with her and MJ.

My husband wrote the letter above on our engagement party, he reads that letter in front of our guests. The celebration was so simple, but the foods were so yummy and the guests enjoyed the games that we hosted.
My husband is the man of my dreams; I never thought I could never meet a man like him. He understands, he is so patient with me, and he loves me more than anything. I always thank GOD for giving him to me. We also had shortcomings but we always overcome it and I am looking forward for us to be together forever.
I always love you hon.

Just Beautiful : Green Environment

2011-08-24T20:05:00.002+08:00

It would be so nice to live in a world so green, I am sure there will be no floods that would happen. I hope to those who are putting up some subdivision in the elevated area, would not forget that we need trees more than ever.

Will definitely enjoy it

2011-08-24T10:05:00.001+08:00

It’s only a few hours from Maryland to New York or New Jersey by car and as we prepare our home there for the girls, one thing we have to plan for is outdoor recreation. Now our house in Maryland sits on a half-acre lot and there is plenty of room to put up a swing set. My husband has looked at wooden swing sets new york and was impressed by the designs. He wants me and the kids to help him choose. I like the idea of doing things as a family, especially when it is getting things for the kids and for the house. I am sure the two girls would really enjoy a wooden swing set. Don’t know if they will enjoy it when it snows though.

A Big Sigh

2011-08-22T07:39:00.003+08:00

My eyes grew wide when I saw three tasks in SR for me this morning only then I found out it's a **** sites. And even if they offer me big bucks, I still could not accept it. I shall stand within my category and that is no **** for all my blogs, I mean how could they give me those while they know I don't entertain such. Sigh!

Happy Kadayawan Davao

2011-08-20T20:27:00.002+08:00

Today marks the kadayawan festival of Davao, although the weather did not cooperate but it did not stop the fun this morning in downtown. I was not able to go to where the street dancing was held because I was too busy attending my eldest daughter at the pool, yet nobody can stop me to greet the whole city a Happy Kadayawan Davao, I know you were bombarded with calamity recently but no matter what happen, you were able to stand up together with the people who were affected with the huge flood. I am so proud I live here in Davao and so let me greet you again Happy Kadayawan to all Davaoenos.

All Kids Are Special

2011-08-20T06:57:00.003+08:00

Kids are different, sometimes they are academically inclined yet they are not into sports and they are not into academics but they are good in sports or arts. Parents should be very supportive on kids want for their lives not just help him to be competitive. I should admit that my eldest daughter is not much into academics I mean she can cope up especially the Math subject but I know so well she can explore more in other activities so I tried to enroll or engaged her to sports. The one that she suggested is swimming, everyone in my family know she loves water even when she's only a year old then, she never get too scared to be put on a sea water. Parents should know the capabilities of the kids deeply, I mean not only that you want him to be but also what she wants to be. We are just there to give them a hand of applause when they achieve their own dreams and not our dream for them to be. It is important to know the kids beyond so you can understand them, remember all kids are special.

Nostalgia # 18 : First Family Picture

2011-08-18T21:13:00.002+08:00

This was our first picture together as a family, Mj was only 5 years old at this time. The one who took this picture was my niece who was only 12 years old at that time. Now she is already 16 years old and in college and Mj is already 10 years old and a swimmer.

Just Beautiful : View From The Sports Complex

2011-08-17T22:15:00.003+08:00

This was the view from the sports complex we went to the other week, the view was just so stunning and I can't just this moment slipped away.

Sleepy

2011-08-14T21:04:00.002+08:00

It's miracle when Faith just obeyed me and went to sleep on her own, she lay down to sleep beside her sister. And just looking at them made me so sleepy too, so I guess I have to get my things ready here to sleep. Good night everyone and I hope you had a good weekend!

The 50 Meters Pool in Marbel

2011-08-14T03:34:00.003+08:00

Last week, our team went to South Cotabato to experience the 50 meters pool, we didn't have the standard size here in the city so we have to travel for four hours just for the kids to train. In the video, they were reprimanded by their coach for the IM, but it seems like they were asking the same old questions even they already tried that how many times. Anyway, I just would like to congratulate Davao Sea Lions Swim Club for a job well done, especially to my daughter.