I am never fascinated by motorcycles. I am even against those who ride on one. I think this is the cause of having a couple of friends and a family member being hit by reckless motorcycle drivers. But I am equally amazed by drivers who join Motorcycle Tours especially those who ride on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. I want them to join these tours rather than driving their dangerous bikes on the road. You get my point? They could ride their bikes for competition's sake and not for public transportation.
I even went on an argument with one of hubby's friend who rented an ATV and Dirt bike at EagleRider. He has this amazing dream of becoming an Eaglerider that as soon as he got his long-awaited promotion he spent them by renting not only ATV and Dirt Bikes but also Scooters, Snowmobile, and Watercraft. He was planning to buy his own Harley-Davidson bike but his paycheck couldn’t afford one, instead he opted to rent one from Eaglerider. He was even telling me that if only everyone learn how to use bikes, we will be guaranteed with trafficless streets. That, I doubt haha. I am just glad that hubby is not into these things too.
not for me.
Malindi not!
Just when it is the right time to buy the Crocs Malindi I have been patiently waiting for because previously, the Turquoise color doesn't have my size and now, there is no Turquoise available in any size! I guess it isn't for me after all.
Nevertheless, I'd like to spread the word that there are a lot of other online shops going on sale until the 4th of July weekend. So check them out. And happy 4th of July everyone!
thank you gift.
We have been staying at hubby's aunt's humble abode for almost 8 months and tomorrow we are finally leaving the place to move to our own. No matter how excited I am on living on our own and managing the household solely by me and hubby, we are leaving this house with a heavy heart. To give thanks for all their kindness and support, I am thinking of giving them gift baskets, what do you think? Do you think they'll appreciate it? No matter what gift we give them, nothing can repay their unconditional support when we were just starting to get settle down here.
paranoia.
Tomorrow's the day I have been waiting for, Our MOVE. It's definite and nothing can stop us not even the weather or any natural disaster (knock on wood) hahah! But, I have one more thing left for hubby to do, he should visit a door hardware and get us door alarms. There is a sliding door besides the dining area and you know how paranoid I am with sliding doors. Beside, the open backyard entrance is the sliding door. I even suggested to hubby that we put alarms on every window. Can't blame me being so paranoid living in this big city.
this week's simplicity tips
Happy Monday everyone. I woke up feeling very good today and feeling giddy about 2 things: our move and my 1st day of class today. I hope all this feeling good and giddy will last the whole week. Leaving you with your weekly dose of simplicity tips from: My Simpler Life.
1. Since many kids are on summer break it's a great time to train them on new chores.
2. Work with others as allies instead of comparing and competing.
3. Speak only positively for one full day.
4. Have plants that are easier to take care of.
5. Plan a time to get together with your extended family.
6. Decide on three goals for tomorrow - one work, one home and one personal.
7. Draw, doodle, paint, or make something.
search your engines.
Remember hubby's uncle who has 2 of his cars fixed and ended up paying triple with what he was suppose to pay? Yea, he's still pissed. But, after another uncle talked him in on auto body sacramento where he could find reliable and reputable experts in the field of collision repair, he's mood lightened up. He has made a decision and will have his cars fixed by them. We're all looking forward to his better mood in the days to come.
Prayer for the MV Princess of the Stars fatalities and survivors.
I've been following the news on the victims of MV Princess of the Stars. I've heard so many heartbreaking stories why these passengers chose to ride the ship. Most of them were either vacationing or were going to Manila to fix their papers for a job abroad or they were bound to leave for Canada, US, etc...for greener pastures. But, what happens when their families' hopes disappeared with the victims?
This prayer from DEZ is very timely and I encourage everyone to join us.
Prayer for the MV Princess of the stars fatalities and survivors.
Dear God, we pray that you comfort each bereaved family everyday as they grieved for their loss, we pray that you will supply all their needs, we pray for the survivors that they may have a good life after the tragedy, that you will bless them and let them know in the deepest part of their heart that in spite of what have happened, you LOVE and CARE for them. This we pray in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen
I encourage everyone to keep the prayer going. LET’S P.U.S.H. PRAY UNTILL SOMETHING HAPPENS.
modern furniture
Can you see that bed above? Do you think it's your style? Well, no matter how I love Modern Furniture, that bed ain't my style. Probably, hubby would see that really cool. You see, I caught hubby surfing on spacify.com again. All he ever wants is to have an ultra modern house on top of a mountain. I like the ultra modern house idea but the top of the mountain, no siree.
sayang... (part 2)
Another horrible performance of Amy Whine (este) Winehouse. This time she nudged and punched a fan. tsk tsk. True enough, all the drugs she took are going up on her brain. Sayang talaga tsk tsk. Watch her Nelson Mandela disaster performance 3 entries below.
options.
There had been so many no annual fee credit card offers that come our way but we are trying to be really careful in getting one these days. Especially here, where your credit standing measures your financial status. However, I have been frequenting creditcardsclub.com for their various offers. They consolidate and compare rates from different credit card companies making it easy for anyone to choose which credit card is adept to their needs. Would we get one? I don't know, we are trying to survive with a debit card and just 1 credit card. I hope we could survive with these 2 plastics for long.
banjing-banjing
I've been such a lazy cat the whole of Saturday. All I did was wallow in my bed and watch TFC all day including a payperview of Pacquiao-Diaz fight. Woohoo! He made it again!
I realized I deserve some lazying up after all my hardwork and THIS. But when I saw my tasks, I've got 9 left and tomorrow will be the 1st day of my summer class., the lazying up is not really a good idea tsk tsk. All because of grabbing too much eh! Don't have I time to breathe?
autobots...nah!
Nope, this entry won't be about Transformers' autobots which my son is going gaga over with. This is about the auto body san francisco repair shop that my friend has been frequenting. The reason why I'm writing this because I was just saddened to hear that hubby's uncle's nth attempt to have his cars fixed by buying auto body parts went wrong again. He got them from unreputable auto body shop repair store and now he is paying more than triple of what it will actually cost him. I just wish we had the auto body shop my friend is going too. This affected us in a way because I tell you, Hubby's Uncle is freaking out and I don't think we will have a good weekend. uh-oh!
sayang...
Why do people with so much talent waste their time, money and throat on drugs? Sayang super! I hope she'll get help before it's too late and we'll all just meet her at the crossroads.
row row row your boat.
I woke up this morning upon hearing a very loud roaring sound. Heck, the sound came from the lake in my window which is about 20 steps away from the house. You see these hunky neighbors (oh yes despite their noise, they're reallu goodlooking) have been partying all night and seems to me they hadn't sleep and went to boating and jetskiing straight! I wonder if they took any Boating Education Online which could help combat Alcohol Related Boating Fatalities Accidents. Looks like they were being so loud and noisy! A Drag race in the lake indeed! Makes me remember about the Arizona Boating website which gives vital information on Boating Operating Under the Influence.
Oh well it's 10:30am and I need get up! I am leaving you with 2 very informative videos about boating, check it out, worthy of your short time.
Blog Experiment meme.
Tagged by MICH!
I never get tired with memes and tags. Not only because, they increase my technorati backlinks but also, I get to bloghop to the links that are in linky love. I find it a lot of fun jumping from one blog to the other. Especially if the blogger is a SAHMmy like me. I get to learn more from them and I feel not inadequate as a mom anymore. Eventhough, I still do not have a lot of friends here, I feel I am sorrounded with many virtual friends. So link away and join us!
Participants: 1. Me and Mine 2.Creative In Me 3.Little Peanut 4. Pea in a Pod 5. Sugar Magnolias 6. The Salad Caper 7. All Kinds of Me Stuff 8. Aggie Scraps. 9. Winding Creek Circle 10. Mommy Talks. 11.My Colorful World 12. MindBubbles 13. VanityKit 14. SomethingPurple 15. Stripe&Yellow 16. Em's Detour 17. YOU SITE.
RULES:
1. Add your blog/s to the list. Feel free to add all your other blogs. It’s okey if you only post this questions in one blog as long as you answer them.
2. Get back to Me {YEN} and I’ll add your blogs to the master’s list here!
3. Tag as many friends online you know. But you don’t need to be tag in order to join.
QUESTIONS:
1. I posted this experiment at URL: http://mysomethingpurple.com/
2. I posted this on date (day, month, year): Friday June 2008
3. I posted this at time (24 hour time): 17:26
4. My posting location is (city, state, country): Virginia, USA
5. My blog is hosted by: blogs are hosted: Wifespeaks.com, Blogger and Wordpress.
6. My age is: 29 yrs old.
7. My gender is: Female
8. My occupation is: WAHM(work-at-home-mom) and SAHM (student&stay-at-home-mom)
9. I use the following RSS/Atom reader software: FeedBurner
10. I use the blog format to post to my blog: Blogger.
11. I have been blogging since (day, month, year): 19 (thursday) August, 2004
12. My web browser is: FireFox and IE
13. My operating system is: Windows Vista.
Tagging 3Js and 3Ms: Jane, Jen, Jeanny, Mel, Marilyn and Maver.
Virtual Business
A few years ago I started an online shop. However, I was juggling it with my day job plus my other racket which has taken my focus more as my weekend sideline, therefore, the online shop did not materialize well. Too bad as my idea was so unique and the reception was very promising. After a year, I closed it down. A few weeks ago, hubby asked me if where did I get all the ideas on how to
Start your own virtual goods business. I told him, I don't have any learning on it, this might be the major reason why it failed. I don't even have any knowledge on shopping carts etc... A friend who has 2 online shops has been getting his ecommerce cart from WoWScript. WoWScript is a fully featured ecommerce cart specifically tailored to buying and selling virtual goods such as World of Warcraft accounts. The software contains all the features of major account selling sites and looks to me as a nice starting point for a budding online entrepreneur. They have a demon in this site: http://www.wowpremier.com/demo where you could have a glimpse of what they can offer. I think one of the key feature an online shop should have is an effective shopping cart software.
The Best Gift Ever tag.
Tagged by: DEZ!
*** Start Here ***
Friendly Rules:
1. Simply copy the inspirational story and in the end write down the lesson you have learned out from this.
2. Put your own blog name and link. Pass or tag this to your friends to inspire them.
3. Start copy from “Begin Copy” until “End Copy” to your blog.
— The Best Gift Ever —
A young man was getting ready to graduate from college. For many months he had admired a beautiful sports car in a dealer’s showroom and knowing his father could well afford it, he told him that was all he wanted. As Graduation Day approached, the young man awaited signs that his father had purchased the car. Finally, on the morning of his graduation his father called him into his private study. His father told him how proud he was to have such a fine son, and told him how much he loved him. He handed his son a beautiful wrapped gift box. Curious, but somewhat disappointed, the young man opened the box and found a lovely, leather-bound Bible, with the young man’s name embossed in gold. Angrily, he raised his voice to his father and said, “With all your money you give me a Bible?” And stormed out of the house, leaving the Bible. Many years passed and the young man was very successful in business. He had a beautiful home and wonderful family, but realized his father was very old and thought perhaps he should go to him. He had not seen him since that graduation day. Before he could make arrangements, he received a telegram telling him his father had passed away, and willed all of his possessions to his son. He needed to come home immediately and take care of things. When he arrived at his father’s house, sudden sadness and regret filled his heart. He began to search through his father’s important papers and saw the still new Bible, just as he had left it years ago. With tears, he opened the Bible and began to turn the pages. His father had carefully underlined a verse,
Matt 7:11, “And if ye, being evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more shall your Heavenly father which is in heaven, give to those who ask Him?”
As he read those words, a car key dropped from the back of the Bible. It had a tag with the dealer’s name, the same dealer who had the sports car he had desired. On the tag was the date of his graduation, and the words… PAID IN FULL.
How many times do we miss God’s blessing because they are not packaged as we expected? I trust you enjoyed this. Pass it on to others. Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; but remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for…
PLS. SEND THIS TO AT LEAST FIVE PEOPLE SO AS TO LET THIS GREAT LESSON FLOW AROUND.
***End Copy ***
Lesson I learned: (Write here what your learned)
Don't make presumptions, ayan tuloy di niya nakita ang susi ng kotse or kaya naman wag na masyadong magpakulo pag magbibigay ng gift ayan nasayang ang binayaran ni papa! hahaha!
Kidding aside, we should always be grateful with what is handed to us, no matter how we like it or not. Like in our day to day activities, no matter how bad our day can be, we should try to find joy in everything that is thrown to us, malay mo may susi pala ng kotse dun LOL!
1. Outback-Pinay 2. My Precious 3. Eds Mommy Life 4. Just Me.. Eds 5. My Life in this Wonderful World! 6. My Online World! 7. MindBubbles 8. VanityKit 9. SomethingPurple 10. Stripe&Yellow 11. Em's Detour 12. Your blog here! A gift for you
Tagging along: Meeya, Weng, Wheng, Abby and Abie. (o di bay may rhyme!)
on the road.
A friend of mine is currently in Maryland for a training. That's a nice 4-5 hours drive from where we are. I would really love to see and meet up with him but hubby is thinking if we either meet him there and pick him up or our friend avails of the car rental and drive to where we are. Afterall, there are some cool summer offers at advantage.com where they offer of up to a 50% discount on Luxury and Convertible car rentals. Rates are fantastically affordable, but then again, this friend wouldn't be really be bothered by the price as he can afford anything even a front seat Janet Jackson concert. Haha!
party poPPer!
Finally, a SOLID reason to close down the Embassy Bar.
according to a text message to PEP:
In a text message received by PEP at 9:48 p.m., he said (published as is): "We are currently investigating the incident (a fist fight that occured this morning) alongside the Taguig city mayors office. After we sort out the incident and file an official report to the police, which we are doing now as we communicate, we intend to reopen. Right now, Embassy Cuisine, Cafeteria and Members Only are all open."
and HE IS feeling vindicated at this moment.
unique is her taste
A very close friend is getting married this December in Vegas. I am excited because if hubby's schedule permits, we are coming over to attend her small wedding. This would be my 1st time to attend a Las Vegas wedding and the bride is someone really close to my heart. I would want to surprise her with something she isn't thinking of, unique wedding favors. You see, this friend of mine wouldn't mind if those giveaways will come out as cheap wedding favors because what truly matters to her is the uniqueness in the favors. She wants everything out of the ordinary. I just wish that what I would find for her would truly suit her taste.
i knew it!
I anticipated this already.
I just knew that the LV Monogram Vernis is coming out with an Alma MM collection (much more in violette!) and they did. Oh my goodness, I can't stop myself from drooling and salivating altogether LOL! Available in 3 colors and with a tag of 2000 bucks!
according to the site:
- Monogram vernis embossaed patent leather
- Shiny golden brass hardware
- Rolled patent handles with link attachments
- Removable leather key bell with padlock keys tucked inside
- Signature-engraved round golden studs
- Double zip top closure with padlock
- Fine textile lining
- Interior patch pocket and cell phone pocket
- 15.2"x 11.2"x 7.3"
- Made in France
uhuh?!
No matter how friends talk me in about cars or Accord Radiator, I really do not have any interest on them. This lead to my unliking with driving or maybe the more apt term is fear of driving haha. But this month, I made a promise to hubby that I would definitely take the driving test here, at least the written exam for now. No matter how I avoid it, it is but a necessity to drive here. Or else me and mini-stripe will be stuck at home for the whole week. That's sad. I'll try to make that my motivation. But as I see it, it is so much easier to drive here, not only because the drivers are more disciplined but also there are lesser cars here and you'd be shocked with their speed limits. I tell you it is really low, at least at the rate on how our bus drivers in Manila are going.
techy student.
frustration.
I get frustrated everytime hubby is requesting for massage from me. I just simply do not know how to massage much less acquire spa jobs! It always ends up hubby teaching me how to do it. He's good at it. This reminds me of my favorite masseuse in Manila. You see, me, my mom and brother just love to treat ourselves with an hour of home-service massage at least once a week. This I truly miss as in this side of the world, services such as this is so expensive, truly a luxury. I wonder though if the masseuse here got their jobs thru beautyjobs.com because if I remember it, I used to refer my masseuse to that website when she was looking for an overseas spa job.
random meme
Feel Free to Snag. Running out of fillers here. LOL!
Thanks to randomness...feed your mind and your blog
FINISH THE SENTENCE
Fill in the blanks for this weeks meme....
1. I always wanted to migrate.
2. I really hate it when i'm being rushed.
3. My best friend is badly missed by me.
4. In high school I was cutting classes LOL!.
5. My greatest fear is death of loved ones and poverty.
6. My dream job is franchise owner.
7. Some people really should shut their mouth!
8. My favorite author is Trina Paulus.
worst nightmare
You know what to me is the worst nightmare of all? It is to be in a big debt hole! Although there are a lot of credit card debt help out there, financial debts are really nightmares for me. Just imagine, not knowing where to get debt payments and not being able to sleep well because of unaccounted debts, oh boy, even your family members will be affected by this big disaster. I might say that during my younger years, I was too reluctant with my expenditures that I have learned to be financially wise now that I am married. I just hope this continues and I won't be easily tempted by my wants and things I drool often in this site LOL!
Travel to 7 Continents meme
Thanks TIN!
~Begin Copy ~
Rules :
1. Start Copy from “Begin Copy” until “End Copy”.
2. Put your blog’s name and url write in which continent you live, add the country you live in. Example : My Imaginary Travels (Netherlands)
3. Leave your url post in here and I’ll add you to the Master List.
4. Please help spread this tag by tagging your friends as much as you can.
5. Don’t play unfair! If you have more than 1 blog, you can participate all your blogs for this tag. BUT you will have to post this tag to all your blogs as well. So, please. Don’t cheat!
6. Please come back again to copy the update of the master list, often. This process will help new participants to get the same gains as the first participants.
7. Don’t forget to use the banner at your post, you can save as or you can just copy the code in here.
Master List :
A. Asia : 1. Moms… Check Nyo (Philippines) 2. Aeirin’s Collections (Philippines) 3. Jenny and Belle(Philippines) 4. Hailey’s Beats and Bits (Philippines) 5. Appleofmyeyes(Saudi Arabia) 6. Deranged Insanity (Philippines) 7. PROJECT HEAVY TRAFFIC (Singapore) 8. Rooms of My Heart (Indonesia) 9. Blessings and Beyond (Philippines) 10. lancerlord (Singapore) 11. allinkorea (Korea) 12. kimchiland (Korea) 13. korean food (Korea) 14. idealpinkrose (Korea) 15. Pinay Mommy Online (Philippines) 16. Momhood Moments (Philippines) 17. Business Mars (Philippines) 18. your turn
B. Australia : 1. Reflexes (Australia) 2. Only the Good Stuff (AU)
C. Afrika : 1. your turn
D. North Amerika : 1. Simple Life, Simply Me (USA) 2. Pinaymama’s Diary (USA) 3. 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires (United States) 4.Traipsey Turvey (USA) 5. Dabawenyako (USA) 6. Icelog (USA) 6. The Misadventures of an Ordinary Housewife (USA) 7. It Is Nap Time (US) 8.A Mother’s Journal (USA) 9. Journey And Journal [USA] 10. Life is good and beautiful (USA) 11. Mind Bubbles (USA) 12. Vanity Kit (USA) 13. Something Purple (USA) 14. Stripe&Yellow (USA) 15. Em's Detour (USA) 16. YOUR TURN.
E. South Amerika : 1. your turn
F. Europe : 1. My Imaginary Travels (Netherlands) 2. Juliana’s Site (Netherlands) 3. Picturing of Life (Netherlands) 4. SuperMae (Portugal) 5. The Callalily Space (The Netherlands) 6. your turn
G. Antarctica : 1. your turn
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Tagging: Aggie, Peachy, Thea and Kelly.
on halloween costumes
We're just few months away from Halloween and to be honest, as early as now, I am already scouting for Halloween costumes for me, my toddler and hubby. I want us all to be in costumes. For the past 3 years, my boy is sporting the same halloween costumes, YODA! Oh yes he was LOL! I was always busy around that time of the year that I haven’t had the time to buy him newer costumes. This year I promise to make up and buy his costume way in advance. You see, he just turned three and by now, he has a clearer knowledge on what Halloween is. Last year though, he was too happy with the pumpkins and was able to experience his 1st pumpkin patch in Napa Valley, San Francisco. It was our 1st time to celebrate Halloween here in U.S. But, his dad was in the east coast so he missed to witness the joy in my son’s eyes when he saw the pumpkins, different sizes and kinds. Last year, I was able to order him a pooh costume from costumercauldron.com but it arrived way too late for the Halloween night. This year, I am gonna look at the malls or be creative enough to improvise or create on if I don’t find anything unique. I don’t want the usual costumes because we had a blast seeing him wearing the Yoga outfit. When we did the trick or treat, almost every household we visited was so fond of my son’s costume. At first they won’t recognize who he was then they would eventually realize he was sporting a Yoda costume. I never was really fond of Halloween costumes and Halloween activities perse until I had my son. I realize every Halloween should be planned because they only pass childhood once in their lives.
10 years ago...
from EDS, thanks sis!
The rules are simple.
At the end of the post, the player tags 6 people and posts their names,
then goes to their blog and leaves a comment,
letting them know they’ve been tagged and asking them to read your blog.
Let the person who tagged you know when you’ve posted your answer.
1. What was I doing 10 years ago?
~ Busy with my thesis while I dubble my part-time research job with an environmental NGO.
2. What are the 5 things on my to-do list today?
~ Clean the room.
~ Earnings report.
~ Blogging tasks.
~ Bid bid bid.
~ Update my Beauty blog.
3. Snacks I enjoy:
~ Chips as in!
4. Place where I lived: (now?)
~ Virginia, USA.
(10 years ago?)
~ Reynarose Court, Loyola Heights
5. Things I’d do if I were a billionaire:
~ Pay debts.
~ Give donations to the Bagyo Frank victims.
~ Buy my siblings houses and luxury cars.
~ Travel around the world with my whole family and in-laws. (for 1 year)
~ Buy my friends LV bags LOL!
~ invest.
6. People I want to know more about:
~ I want to know and meet more of my blog buddies: Abie, Farah, Marilyn, Abby1, Abby2 and Tin.
zeroed out.
All it takes is a weekend free from school papers, assignments, quizzes and exams.
This week, I have zeroed out:
- blogging tasks; and
- memes.
Now all I need to accomplish this week are:
- continue looking for reliable life insurance;
- finish packing the rest of our stuff;
- enroll for summer quarter's class;
- inquire on Ethan's pre-K3;
- finish my excel report on budget and earnings;
- update social networks;
- burn pictures and clean HDDs
- update my bloglines; and
- Bloghop, Bloghop, Bloghop!
That's it folks, I welcome memes again.
I shall hit the sack for now, I blogged like crazy the past 3 days! Have a happy monday!
shift dress.
I wish I was 3 inches taller and 10 lbs lighter. I would really love to sport this FCUK shift dress. So nice so classic. If only... Snagged from: http://iamfashion.blogspot.com/.
living it up in motor homes
I often see a lot of motor homes here. There is actually a big shop which is very near our place, where they have a number of motor homes for rent. I didn't realize it is quite popular here until a friend of mine told me about it. I find it strange, she and her family has been living in various Motorhomes for several years now. They love the convenience that these motor homes brings with their very mobile lifestyle. They get their motor homes from RVs.com. This website offers New RVs, Used RVs, New Motorhomes, and Used Motorhomes, and have a lot of other types of RVs For Sale. My friend loves their products that's why she chose on investing more on RVs than on a real house. You see, this friend of mine requires to move from various states because of her hubby's profession. But for the past 2 years, her husband has been assigned to Texas and still, they did not invest on a house. Her kids love living in RVs as well. They say their house is cool. I guess each one of us has different perspectives on what we like about our so-called home eh.
this week's simplicity tips
To start off our week, here's a weekly dose of simplicity tips from: My Simpler Life. Have a good one!
2. Stressed? Call a friend.
3. Put your upset into perspective.
4. Keep track of what you are spending.
5. Drink more water and less pop and coffee.
6. Get extra sunscreen and stash on the porch, at work, in your beach bag.
7. Take 5-30 minutes to relax today.
calmness.
Sometimes we get too stressed with our lives that we forget to get hold of what's going on inside of us. We become too busy that our health condition is oftentimes at stake and it is too late to find out about this. Also, with so much negativity in the world, we forget the best thing to live a quality life is to absorb only the positive energy and let go of every single negative things in our lives. AbsoluteCalm products help you focus on the positivity of life. The purpose of the product is to calm the body and relax nerves in stressful times so that you will feel refreshed and focused. We get too caught up with our lifestyle routines and there are some of us who are having a hard time calming themselves, some couldn't even sleep. It is best to check on this site and see what other alternatives you might need in having that absolute calmness that we all want to have in the midst of our stressful lives. For me, the best thing to do to make myself keep steady from all the hustle and bustle that everyday stresses give me is to pray for forbearance, strength and grace.
for yuki, from jacqui
A message from JACQUI:
To all my online friends/bloggers:
I don't know if I will be violating any blogging code of ethics, but I would like to take this chance to seek for financial assistance for my officemate who needed much help for the operation of their 5-month old daughter Yuki. His daughter is suffering from a rare congenital disease, biliary artesia -- a condition in newborn infants in which the common bile duct between the liver and the small intestine is blocked or absent.
I am appealing to your kind hearts for any possible assistance you can extend to Yuki and her family. The liver-transplant operation needs to be done in Taiwan immediately, and the hospitalization bills need to be raised within the next three months to save her life.
To know more about Yuki's condition : http://dedicated2yuki.blogspot.com/
timely payday loans
Everybody I know is complaining about the gas price increase, it just won't stop! Some friends have even resorted to Fast Payday Loans and hubby's Uncle is thinking of looking for a new higher paying job. He predicts that the gas price won't go down anymore, it will just keep on increasing and increasing. Too bad, the economy worldwide these days are getting from bad to worst. My mom said this is a global thing and no one is spared of. Thanks to fast payday loans where we can always turn for emergency crisis such as this. Stop worrying, there's always payday loan for our emergency needs.
Simple Healing Prayer meme
A prayer from Jody.
Dear God,
we pray for the quick recovery of all the sick and the dying especially those suffering from LUPUS and CANCER.
Even if it’s to only one person. In memory of anyone you know that has been struck down by a serious illness like Lupus or Cancer or is still living with it.
1.) Eida’s Closet 2.) My Precious 3.) Just Me.. Eds 4.) Scribbles of My Life 5.)In This Game of Life 6.) Mind Bubbles 7.) Something Purple 8.) Vanity Kit 9.) Stripe&Yellow 10.) Em's Detour 11.) YOU.
Please Keep This Candle Going! There will be a cure soon. Continue to have Hope and continue to pray.
babyface.
A lot of celebrities are going for Botox. In fact, 1 of the most famous singers was a topic on Perez Hilton's blind item. He denied that he undergone a Botox Chicago but during his last concert, it was indeed very obvious that he got one. I think there is nothing shameful to deny or hide when a celebrity had botox! After all, their looks are their investments. They should capitalize on these. And I for one, have no qualms about celebrities getting one. I would rather that they acknowledge their enhancements rather than denying them. Although, it is their right to hid these obvious facts.
some updates...
"Hakuna matata"
>>>is a Swahili word that is literally translated as "here-there-are-no concerns" or commonly translated as "no worries".
This is our problem-free philosophy, what's yours???
tubby tubs
If you have been paying close attention to my personal blogs, you will see that my son is such a bath tub addict. He swims on his tub 4-5 times a day while I read books for him. I guess the scorching heat has been the cause of his special liking to tubs. Hubby is on the hunt for some walkin tubs that are childproof. You see, sometimes, he accidentally bangs his head on the tub and it scares me. I hope we find a way to childproof the tubs in the townhome that we are moving to or hubby finds some child-friendly walkin tubs.
peculiar (friday) tag
Marie tagged me with this peculiar friday tag. As usual I am late, so I am doing this on a Sunday. hee.
DO YOU PREFER… (feel free to snag!)
1. To watch or participate?
Depends =P.
2. Malls, catalog shopping, or the Internet?
Depends on what I am buying. But I have come to love Internet shopping so far!
3. A bath or shower?
Shower in a bath LOL!
4. To talk to people by telephone, in person or by e-mail?
Depends on my mood, really.
5. Typing or writing?
Hmm, typing and writing short notes on greeting cards.
How was your weekend?
when 5 become 1
I have had a lot of webhosting counseling from my blogging buddies, some of them were encouraging me to consolidate all 5 of my domain into 1 web host. They say it would be really hard at 1st but as soon as I've learned the ins and outs of using a web host, it would be easier for me to manage all 5 of it. They also say I don't need to be really techy in order to understand web hosting. You see, I may have several domains but I do not know anything about web hosting and my knowledge on CSS and html coding are very limited. Then one of them sent me a site where I read the top 10 web hosting providers-web hosting reviews. It is very helpful for someone like me who is on the lookout of a web host. I think you should pay the site a visit and see some of the relevant reviews on almost all web hosting services available.
World Class Profession
Farah and Cheryll tagged me. Thank you girls as I am badly running out of fillers hee!
1. Copy and paste everything to a new post and Add your name next to your profession (or profession-to-be for undergrads) in the list. Make sure your name is linked to your blog/webbie
2. If your profession is not in the list then simply add it to the correct alphabetical place. For example, if you want to add PLUMBER then it should be placed in between ONCOLOGIST and QUEEN
3. Tag as many people as you can and witness how your technorati will explode!
4. Don’t forget to link back. In your case, link back to http://www.mckhoii.com/
THE WORLD CLASS PROFESSIONS
Blogger - Mary, Vannie, Farah, Cheryll, Something Purple
Business - Vanniedosa, Something Purple
Doctor -Finance - Pat
Teacher -Stay-At-Home-Mom - Mai, Aggie, Vanessa, Cheryll, Something Purple
Office Girl - Farah
Tagging: Kelly, Val, Jody and Vien.
score your domain names
What's the history of your domain names? My blogs' domain names were all spur of the moment except for this blog which I have to really name it after my online pseudonym. I didn't realize that the domain name can make or break your online success read: traffic and page ranks. Yes they do. This afternoon while my son was having his naptime, I took a quiz which determines my domain name scorecard and I was surprised to see that out of my 5 blogs, 2 of them failed! But, I do not really care because I love all my domain names and I am keeping them for good. But if you are thinking of starting your own domain for an online business well it is important for you to take the quiz first as you will be taught of thinking domains that would be powerful business assets. Network Solutions' domain name scorecard is a free quiz. After taking the quiz, it will directly tell you how well your domain name will help in the success of your online business. There are actually 3 simple questions to be answered and a detailed analysis will be seen in the scorecard. If you have the time, check it out.
MJ for Sephora.
What are these? These are Marc Jacobs products exclusively sold at Sephora. If you cannot afford his designer bags read: LV LOL! These are very affordable for your vanities! They're adorable and very compact. Prices ranging from $40-$80!!! Not bad! I especially like the white classic bag. It has two drawers, three trays, and two foldout pockets. Very very nice! Very very tempting! I left my traincase in Manila so I better get one here hee.
Check the products HERE!
travel whore.
I would really really love to go to New York before the year ends. As early as now, I have been scouting Things to do in New York City by checking on Newsletter offered by Trusted Tours and Attractions were I got my online travel guides and things to do in San Francisco during my visit in San Francisco last October. That city really captured my heart! It's true what they say and it applies to me: "I left my Heart in San Francisco!". I love every bit of my stay there, the place, the people and things and food. For the longest time, I have been bugging hubby that he finds a job in that city because that's where I truly want to settle. You have the countryside of napa valley but enjoying the very posh malls of San Francisco city. Even my son enjoyed his stay there, it was in Napa where he experienced his 1st pumpkin patch!
Anyways, if you guys are planning to travel this year, sign up for Trusted Tours and Attractions Travel Enewsletter which offers discounted tickets to the bestsightseeing tours in 23 cities across America. Who knows, you might win a handheld GPS Offer ends June 30th, 2008.
from sprinkles to jelly glass!
This entry is inspired by my yum yum entry and my Russian classmate who has tons of accessories and gave me a couple yesterday, our last day at school.
I want them all!!!
Delphome Charlotte Parmentier Pink and purple plexiglass & metal cuff bracelet.
Engraved logo pexiglass cuff bracelet in blue and pink! 
decoding the promo codes.
With all these furniture hunt and buying the nitty-gritty details of every new apartment, my leisure online shopping sprees have been put on hold. We have to prioritize other stuff. On my part, I am prioritizing cooking tools and gadgets and some nice details of the apartment. I still go online shopping for these stuff but have stopped looking on clothes, shoes and bags for now. One thing you should know when you shop online are Promo Codes. These codes can be found at CouponNinja.com, make sure to check out the site 1st before making any purchase online as you will see a long list of codes that can land you to big big discounts.
oh ces, be careful next time.
I was all glued at TFC for the past 10 days to watch updates on Ces Drilon's Abduction. I am glad that they were freed. She talked about the traumatic but very enlightening experience she had with her kidnappers. Maybe, this one's a precaution to all the other very brave journalist in the Philippines. Listen to her 1st press release.
concerns.
It's 3am and I am supposed to be studying for my finals tomorrow (or later). However, I just can't put myself to study, I don't know why. I thought of listing down some of my concerns the past days. DISCLAIMER: some are non-sense, blame it on my homesickness:
- I forgot how it is to be treated like a queen/princess, then I realized I forgot treating hubby as my king. Tsk tsk my bad!
- As I was watching hubby sleep tonight, I realized I was so lucky to have him. A very hardworking and patient one. I should stop my brattiness soon.
- When will my homesickness moments ever stop?!?!?!
- I wonder if it's easier to renew passport here than in my home country? Or am I making excuses to come home.
- People will always think of living here as something glorified unless they have actually experienced it.
crocs-sanuk collides.
gaya gaya puto maya hahaha!
sinong nauna? sinong mas maganda?
When crocs-sanuk collides.
Hubby alternately wears crocs and sanuk for work and wishes that sanuk has the sole of crocs and crocs has the linen cloth of sanuk LOL!
CROCS!
SANUK!
Wimbledon Babies
I have a couple of friends who are saving up for Wimbledon tickets. It is their 3rd time to watch the game. I have never seen such sports enthusiasts. You see, these friends were both high school tennis varsity. I clearly remembered when they asked me to joine them in one of their practice. My goodness, I will never hold a tennis racket again. I'm okay with table tennis where one time I competed with other schools but the real deal tennis game, no siree, the tennis racket is just too heavy for my weak arms. Although, I enjoy watching tennis games in the tube and would want to join these friends when they watch The Championships, Wimbledon, commonly referred to as Wimbledon. Wimbledon is the oldest major championship in tennis and is regarded by many to be the most prestigious tennis championship in the world. It is held annually between June till the beginning of July for 2 weeks ending on the latest, the second Sunday of July. So, if you're a wimbledon baby, better save up for the tickets or might as well buy one now before it's too late. My friends are panicking because it’s starting to get sold out in some seats.
techy MDs
I know this is nothing new but I am just happy to share that my son's pediatrician uses a drug guide for iphone. I find it really cool for a doctor to be techy when it comes to drug guides and other prescription tools. Oh yes, doctors now are getting mobile in case you do not know yet. Maybe, it's about time to phase out the traditional IMS book and rely on the drug guide on mobile phones. Considering this to be faster and more accurate, doctors should invest on a software that carries drug guide. One of the more famous software is Epocrates. Epocrates' drug guide is now used by more than 50% of doctors who own a PDA or an iPhone. So you think doctors are Untechy, well their making a big gadget trend now.
Wii Fit, She's Fit!
I promise myself I'm gonna get a Wii fit on my birthday this September. If no one's gonna buy me (huhuhu! cry out to Pareng Kirl and Stripe! tse!), I am getting one for myself. But I hope hubby does not video me while at it and put it on YouTube harharhar!
baume & mercier
I am currently drooling on baume & mercier. I am no watch lover but I am the kind of person who cannot leave the house without a watch. I just have to be really conscious with time all the time. I try to avoid this side of me during vacations, though. While hubby is the one who would really invest on watches. He said he inherited this from his dad who is a collector of designer watches. As for me, I could settle with less expensive watches because aside from time checks, I wear them to accessorize my outfit so I should have many watches to match my outfits. I couldn't afford the expensive ones as I needed to have more than 1 watch. Going back to baume & mercier, I have been eyeing this because they have more classic feminine styles as compared to Rolex, Tag heuer but their watchmaking roots can be traced back to 1830 where you could really attest to its authenticity and durability. They have been the prime and leading finest watch brand in swiss watchmaking. One of the online shops which carry this brand is vialuxe.com. They provide a wide array of baume & mercier watch styles for both men and women. If you are a watch collector or is looking for a watch these days, check out the site.
FF
The Flame of Friendship.Tiklaton: We are the witness.
Janeth Vicy's Life Journey.
My Precious
Princess Vien
tired hands
I love sending letters through snail mails over emails. I love shopping for greeting cards as well. If you are my friend, you know this part of me as I religiously sends out greeting cards on special occassions. I love receiving them too and the last time my friend, Chingkee sent my son some shopping cheque for his birthday, I was amazed by the mailing labels she used on the envelopes. I remember how tired my hands were last Christmas as I've sent more than 50 cards for friends and relatives. I had to write down their addresses as well as mine (because I do not have any mailing address labels!!!) and I was forced to ask for some address labels from hubby's aunt, since we're living in the same address. But, it had their name on it and I have to cut down that part. Next week, I have a week off from school and I plan to attend to some of my most neglected to dos in my list. Getting mailing labels is part of them. I've searched the net and found about VistaPrint. VistaPrint offers a wide array of printing services not only mailing labels but also: business cards, checks, rubber stamps, announcements, and car magnets! You can customize all of their products to your liking! I am creating the design over the weekend and order the labels on Tuesday. I so can't wait to send out my June birthday cards batch as soon as I get them.
eye-love summer dresses.
Dress is finally in! Can't wait to wear one of these. For larger pictures click this LINK. They're unbelievably on sale with big big discounts! Yahoo!
so true...
very true.
After Dove's real beauty campaign ad, here's comes The Body Shop. I hope more and more companies follow this trend and I hope they sell this kind of barbie to little girls too. Hee hee.
drink for your well-being
Have you heard about kava kava, an organic root which is famous in Hawaii. One of the more famous kava-farm grower is Kona Kava which grows 426 strain of Kava. They have the most potent variety. According to ancient wisdom of Hawaii, this root when mixed into drinks can help heal and restore the balance to your life. They even have a chocolate product made out of this. It can be mixed into coffee, juices and teas. Quite interetesting huh.
You know where I got all these information? From a friend who has been bugging me to visit her in Hawaii.
The Hot Seat
Thanks MICH!
Are you deeply in love with your spouse or boyfriend/Girlfriend? If you do, let’s try how well you remember the moment of your life with him. But before you put yourself in the hot seat please read the rules of this tag first.
RULES:
1. This tag should be passed on to your closest friends.
2. Visit the THE BLOG of the person you’ve got this tag.
3. Leave a comment on her/his tag post. Be sure to thank her/him for this tag.
4. Highlight and link all the list of people who accepted this tag by visiting their blog site.
5. There are 10 questions that you need to answer but you will be the one to write the 10th question for the next person you want to pass this tag.
Here are your questions: Be Honest and True!
1. How did you meet your husband/wife or boyfriend/girlfriend?
~ highschool soirette hihihi. a common friend introduced me to him at the Ateneo gymnasium.
2. Where did you go on your first date?
~ My bestfriend's place then he brought the whole barkada to the movie theatre.
3. When was your first intimate kiss?
~ His place. (wag na natin pagusapan ang year at magkakabukuhan LOL!)
4. How many girlfriends/boyfriends he/she had in the past? Do you honestly know?
~ I'm his 11th and he was just 17 when we met, imagine that? hahah! Oh yes, Grade 6 pa lang may GF na sya.
5. What is his/her ethnicity?
~ Filipino
6. What is his/her favorite food?
~ Steak, Sinigang and Brazo de emillie este de mercedes hahah!
7. What is he/she like if he/she is mad?
~ nanlilisik ang mga matang magaganda!
8. What are the things he/she did you thought is the most romantic thing he’d/she’d ever done?
~ preparing a very memorable proposal and every weekend when he prepares special breakfast for me and our son.
9. Describe how he/you proposed to you.
~ We were on his car in one of the ports in Bacolod, I just flew in from Manila. Then he pulled out the old "Hope For The Flowers book" he gave to me when he was just courting, he let me read the whole book. The whole time he was sneezing so badly, stressed! Then he changed the last part of the story with complete graphics, and the last page says: "marry me." ---> oh yes it was a statement and not a question LOL. Then he pulled out the ring and sakto sa radyo nakaplay ang "I'd Still Say Yes", the next day we went to Boracay.
10. Do you give gift during anniversary?
~ Yes.
THEY PLAYED ALONG:
1. Soujourn2. Pinay Mom in Czech Republic3. See Me for What You Will4. Lainy’s Musings5. Our Journey To Forever6. Sheng’s Simple Thoughts…7. Pinay WAHM8. Me and My World9. coicoi’s World10. BLOGSILOG11. A Mother’s Horizon12. Because Life Is Fun13. Dzoi14. My Colorful World15. Mind Bubbles 16. Vanity Kit 17. Stripe&Yellow 18. Something Purple 19. Em's Detour 20. YOUR BLOG HERE.
Tagging along: Jammy, Wheng and Jacqui.
this week's simplicity tips
Despite the fact that we were not able to move in to our supposedly apartment, this alone is not a reason to have a grumpy week ahead. Like I have said in that entry, it was easy for us to forego that apartment and we didn't wanna dwell on it. It's definitely part of God's plan. We trust Him with that. Anyhow, I would want to start my week right and is sharing these tips from My Simpler Life. (i'm doing number 5!) Let's promise ourselves that we will all have a good week. Happy Monday Everyone!
1. Slow down and savor one meal.
2. What is important to you in the next month?
3. Play with one of the things you want to learn this season.
4. Bring your music outside and enjoy the evening.
5. Use a full lunch hour.
6. Have breakfast for dinner.
7. Make your own popsicles and save money.
pushing 30.
They say when you are about to push 30, major changes are bound to happen. I've noticed that with myself. You see, I have barely 3 more months before I reach 30 and my body shape seems to be changing and also my skin are not as supple and smooth as they used to be. Hubby said, it's not my age, it's the hectic busy life I am currently in now. So next weekend, he promised to bring me out for some skin care products shopping which might even include an Anti-aging Cream. I can't wait!
not one of those designer bags.
Oh yes, the title says it, this Verona Suede Laptop bag maybe priced at par with those designer bags but this one's for the laptop only. This is made from beautiful suede and offers style with convenience. I find it very elegant especially knowing that it's made from top quality calfskin leather and suede. The area where you put your laptop is all padded, so no worries if you accidentally hit the ground with this bag. And it's very light at 3.90 lbs! I would love to have this for my laptop if only I was working fulltime.
tactical gears
My toddler has always been fascinated with cops! If you try to scare him if he's misbehaving by telling him "the cops will get you!", chances are he'll more likely continue what he's doing. Next to being a fireman, he wants to be a policeman when he grows up. One thing that fascinates him other than their flashy police cars are their police uniforms. He would say to me "i want that shirt mom!", I was even going to dress him up as a policeman during one of the children's parties that we're invited but I couldn't find one that would fit his size. During the search, I discovered that LA Police wear tactical gear, or those that promotes their security and would help them prevent attack from criminals. Sounds interesting huh? Honestly, I'd rather my son be a taxi driver (which is his 3rd ambition) than be a fireman or a policeman.
a collection of purple bags (DROOL!)
Valentino Histoire Patent Tote
Prada Limited Fairy Bag in Purple
Chanel Classic 2.55 Quilted Bag
Leiber Strawberry Cupcake Clutch Bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Belleveu GM
Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Alma
long meme on a long day.
Tagged by Farah and Abie. thank you girls! Feel free to snag this away.
Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
Q: NAME A FRIEND WHOSE NAME STARTS WITH 'S'
- Stelz.
Q: 4TH PERSON ON YOUR MISSED CALLS
- Tita Babes.
Q: WHAT DID THE LAST TEXT MESSAGE YOU RECEIVED SAY?
- No. He is at work.
Q: DO YOU CHEW ON YOUR STRAWS?
- Yes siree!
Q: DO YOU HAVE CURLY HAIR?
- Big Curls.
Q: WHAT IS THE NEXT CONCERT YOU'RE GOING TO?
- TBA.
Q: WHO'S THE COOLEST PERSON IN YOUR LIFE?
- Ethan haha!
Q: WHAT WORDS DO YOU SAY A LOT?
- Nyay! OMG!
Q: WHAT IS THE LAST THING YOU ATE?
- Chicken Adobo, Bicol Express and Blueberry Muffin.
Q: WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU SAID TO SOMEONE AND WHO WAS IT?
- "Ethan, it's packed already!"
Q: DO YOU WATCH TV?
- if I have time.
Q: HAVE YOU SEEN THE MOVIE, DONNIE DARKO?
- nope.
Q:EVER BEEN HUNTING?
- once.
Q: IS MARRIAGE IN YOUR FUTURE?
- future and present.
Q: WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAID, ''I LOVE YOU'' AND MEANT IT?
- last night.
Q: WHAT SHOULD YOU BE DOING RIGHT NOW?
- studying.
Q: DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME?
- yup. sooo many n-names.
Q: DO YOU BELIEVE IN LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT?
- nope.
Q: WHO'S THE YOUNGEST ONE IN THE FAMILY?
- i am with 2 elder boys.
Q: DO YOU CLEAN UP NICE?
- yes and love it.
Q: LAST TIME YOU USED A SKATEBOARD?
- never.
Q: WHERE WAS THE LAST PLACE YOU SLEPT BESIDES YOUR HOUSE?
- in the plane.
Q: EVER RUN OUT OF GAS ON THE ROAD?
- almost.
Q: BEST MOVIE YOU'VE SEEN IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS?
- hmmm. i forgot.
Q: WHO DO YOU TRUST THE MOST?
- Now, other than my family and my bestfriend, there's my online friend, Joy and her sister-in-law, Val hee!
Q: DO YOU THINK PEOPLE WHO COME UP WITH BRAIN DEAD QUIZZES ARE CRYING FOR HELP IN SOME TWISTED WAY?
- don't really care.
LAST
1) person you saw: ethan day and night.
2) talked to on the phone: kuya.
3) person you hugged: ethan.
4) person you texted: tita jud.
TODAY
1) date: june 14.
2) plans: study for finals.
3) dislikes about tomorrow: secret!
CURRENTLY
1) missing someone: Family back home.
2) mood: cranky.
TRUE OR FALSE
I am a morning person: trying to be one.
I am a perfectionist: super.
I am an only child: false.
I am currently in my pajamas: false.
I am online 24/7: almost. save for the 5-6 hours that i'm sleeping.
I am very shy around the opposite gender: false.
I can be paranoid: true.
I currently regret something that I have done: true.
I enjoy talking on the phone: true to a chosen few ONLY.
I have a lot to learn: true.
I have a secret: true.
knock knock, who's there
From the street where I am living right now, it is but normal to see walking missionaries. They visit every household and preach the good news of the Lord. I have honestly nothing against them but everytime they knock on my doorstep, I politely tell them right away that I am tad busy to be hearing what they have to say. Although, I honestly pity them because you could see them during winter and even on the hottest days of summer. The other day, I was surprised because the missionary who visited our household was offering Christian Cruises. So, I was quite interested and devoted some time on listening to what they have to say. Apparently, these Christian cruises Christian Cruises are authentic sailing adventure on a privately chartered luxury yacht that holds 170 believers. While on board and on the shore, they will be hear bible stories. The particular Christian Cruise they were asking me to join was a tour that will depart USA and visit bible ports such as Athens, Patmos, Ephesus and Pergamum. It will also pass by the ampitheatre where the Apostle Paul spoke. It was interesting, really but I don't think I have enough budget and time to join this type of cruise.
ano veh?
1. Big Eyed Gal - High School 2. The Chronic Shopper - Elementary 3. Vital Sighs - Genius 4. Princess Vien - High School 5. Em's Detour -Junior High School 6. YOUR BLOG HERE.
sharing the love!
Thanks for this DEZ, JAMMY and EDS.
This award is extra special because Crystal created it in honor of the donor who saved her sons life. Her son Noah had to have a heart transplant when he was just over a month old. This award is supposed to help raise awareness of the importance of organ donation.
So, here are the rules Crystal gave:
“The rules of this award are: SHARE THE LOVE!!! Share this award with all those blogs out there that you love. All the people who make you smile. All those that make you laugh. All those that make your day. All those that leave uplifting comments on your blog. **All I ask, is that you include a link to this post with the award and ask your recipient to do the same**
As you may have recently seen on my side bar, I have finally created a custom blog award!! I have wanted to do this for a long time but never came up with something that “fit”. I didn’t want just anything. It had to be something that meant something to me. And what could mean more than Sharing the Love by giving you pieces of my heart??
I hope by passing this award around the blogging world we can all help raise awareness of the need for Organ Donation.”
manicure pls! (update muna)
*Things are getting less busy for me. For one thing, I have finished all my paperworks for school yahoo! And remember the 40-paged paper I made (A Study on USAID microenterprise programs in the Philippines---duh hee hee!) well, it got an unbelievably perfect score!!! Double 'A' kasi may extra points for passing it 2 days before the deadline. I am so glad that my sleepless nights were totally paid off with this flying rainbow color grade haha!
*I still need to take 3 more quizzes and my last 2 final exams next week then I'll have week of school break! Summer quarter classes start on June 30! walang pahinga!
*Another update, naudlot ang lipat bahay namin! Long story, I don't want to dwell on it because it was indeed a blessing-in-disguise-save-by-the-bell kinda circumstance. We are a looking at this townhome (yes townhome and not an apartment, as in with backyard and 2 floors) and we are hoping to hear some news next week. We are so ready to move, as we've packed everything already as in everything! We only heard that we are unable to move to the apartment, a day before the actual move-in date. I'm blabbing, sorry, bahala na kayo umintindi hahah!
*Next quarter, I'll take 1 subject only to give time to blogging, so expect for a daily entry or rather entries again. I'll probably come up with my 6th blog but it will be more for my kumikitang kabuhayan hahah! I'll be back on my full blogging mode next week.
*Anyways, do you think that Binary Nail Polish is cool? (photo above) I just thought it would match my status these days, I've typed a million words na ata since the start of school and blogging tasks. Hahaha! Mag-break din kaya ako sa blogging?
leptovox.
For the longest time, I have been hearing a lot about Leptovox and other diet pills from a friend who lost a huge amount of weight! She has been raving how fast these pills helped her shed off those unwanted fats. I have had other friends who took some other types of diet pills but unfortunately, no matter how convinced I am at the moment, to date, I don't have any guts to take any of those pills. I am just so scared about the effects that will come out in the future. Maybe it's just me.
joy where are you?
I wonder what happened with my friend, joy's visit to her obstetrician. You see, her baby is due to come out anytime soon. If she won't give birth this month, she might end up having a c-section because the baby is quite large. Anyways, I have been waiting for her to go online as I can't wait to show her the baby bedding I saw online. She has been telling me she needs one, maybe this is what she is looking for. Joy, buzz me ok?
Vote for Philippines meme.
Thanks VANNIE!
Rules:
1) Copy from {Start Copy Here} to {End Copy Here}.
2) Vote the Philippines for the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
3) Add your blog to the list. Feel free to add all your other blogs. Just make sure to post this to each of the blog you added in the list.
4) Tag other online friends you know. You don’t need to be tag in order to join. If you want to join just post this one in your blog.
5) Let me know your blog’s name and url by leaving me a comment here. I will add you to the master list. That way, everyone is happy and can meet new friends too!
6) Lastly, come back and copy the master list back to your site, often. This will allow the new comers to achieve equal benefits as the late comers do.
Last July 7, 2007, The New 7 Wonders of the World were announced. Now, the New7Wonders Foundation are looking for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. So many breathtakingly beautiful, natural places are still quite unknown to many. From waterfalls to fjords, rainforest's to mountain peaks, freshwater lakes to salt flats, we are discovering together the incredible beauty and variety of our planet.”
Call for Official Supported Nominees!Nominations can be submitted for the New 7 Wonders of Nature campaign until December 31, 2008. Check the world map now to ensure that your favorite natural site has been suggested, then get in touch with local authorities to make sure they form an Official Supporting Committee for the nominee.
Vote for the PHILIPPINES
Vote now for Chocolate Hills The Chocolate Hills is an unusual geological formation in Bohol, Philippines. It is composed of around 1,268 perfectly cone-shaped hills, all about the same size, spread over an area of more than 50 sq km The hills are covered in green grass that turns brown during the dry season, giving them the name ”Chocolate Hills.” 
Vote now for Mayon Volcano Mayon Volcano is an active volcano on the Filipino island of Luzo, 15 km northwest of Legazpi City.It is classified by volcanologists as a stratovolcano (composite volcano). Its symmetric cone was formed through alternate pyroclastic and lava flows. Mayon is the most active volcano in the country, having erupted over 47 times in the past 400 years, and is apart of what is called the Pacific Ring of Fire.
Vote now for Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is located about 50 km north of the city of Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines. It features a limestone karst mountain landscape with an 8.2 km. navigable underground river. A distinguishing feature of the river is that it winds through a cave before flowing directly into the South China Sea. It includes major formations of stalactites and stalagmites, and several large chambers. The lower portion of the river is subject to tidal influences. The underground river is reputed to be the world’s longest. At the mouth of the cave, a clear lagoon is framed by ancient trees growing right to the water’s edge. Monkeys, large monitor lizards, and squirrels find their niche on the beach near the cave.
Vote now for Tubbataha Reef Tubbataha Reef is an atoll coral reef in the Sulu Sea that belongs to the Philippines. It is a marine sanctuary protected as Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park. The reef is composed of two atolls, North and South Reefs. Each reef has a single small islet that protrudes from the water. The atolls are separated by a deep channel 8 kilometers wide.Over one thousand species, including many that are endangered, can be found at on the reef. These include manta rays, lion fish, tortoises, clown fish and sharks.
For more information, please visit: http://www.new7wonders.com/nature/en/
Masterlist
Aeirin’s Collection Gelestrada When Silence Speaks Fun.Fierce.Fabulous Supermodel Wannabe Me,Myself+2 Mind Bubbles Vanity Kit Stripe&Yellow Something Purple Em's Detour YOUR BLOG HERE
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I am tagging : Jammy, Marie, Julianna, Abie, and Farah.
one more.
I don't know why all these lapband surgeries are showing up infront of my laptop. After talking about my very slow weight loss and hubby catching me reading some diet pills review, a friend forwarded me an email about cincinnati weight loss surgery. Apparently, she is thinking of getting one, she said her cousins got one and had a successful surgery. I advised her though that with her current physique, she seems not to need this surgery at all. What about you, are you willing to go this far?
L about L
DEZ tagged me! Feel free to snag this. Have a good monday everyone!
Name 10 Things that start with the letter "L"
1.) Laptop -can't live without it.
2.) Lose Weight -better start now!
3.) L♥ve -I am in LOVE!
4.) LIST -I still have a long to do-list to accomplish.
5.) Lexi -what a nice name to name a baby girl.
6.) Lipat-Bahay -hahahah! that's what we're gonna do on thursday!
7.) Lipsticks -need to buy new stocks!
8.) Leggings -need to buy a black one for my dress.
9.) Lamps -need to buy 2 for our apartment.
10.) Lorna T. -condolence to her and her family.
Dez, nahirapan ako I swear LOL!
Em's September belly.
Farah & Jody, tagged me! Advance happy birthday farah and belated happy birthday jody!
The rules:*
1.Determine your birthday month and get a word that rhymes with it or you can affix to it. Caps lock your birth month (ex: MAYday! JUNE dune, APRILicious, JULYvely, AUGUST pocus, parched MARCH…). Be unique.*
2.Your birth month plus the word affixed or rhymed shall become the tag’s title in your case.*
3.Get your birthday and add the digits involved. Example, if your birthday falls on the 25th of July, add 2 and 5 you get 7.*
4.Whatever is the sum, write a list of the MATERIAL gifts you wish to receive, the number of which shall correspond to the sum of your birthday. For example, applying the case above (in rule number 3), you will write seven (7) things you wish to receive.*
5.After your wish list, put your name and birthday in the Bloggers’ Birthday Directory, with a link to your blog/s. Note: when you add your birthday, please place it in a way that the dates appear chronological (January, February… 1, 2, 3)*
6.Pass this tag meme by tagging as many people as you want.
Name: Em
Birthday: September 19
Calculation: 1
One of the things I love about birthdays is receiving and sending out birthday invitations, it makes any birthday exciting. Since, I am only allowed to have 1 wish, I'm going to make this wish really worthy:
***EM's birthday wish would be birthday invitations with roundtrip tickets to VA for her folks and siblings!
--isn't that the best birthday gift ever, I get to spend my birthday with my family~!
February 22 - Kelly February 23 - Jammy March 7 - Mari May 8 - joanjoyce May 27 – Zang Caesar June 1- JodyJune 10 - Vien September 19 - Em September 30 - Mckhoii December 18 - JoshuaOngYS January 27 - Farah
Passing this on to Val (who is celebrating her birthday tomorrow!), Tin, and Mel (mga ka-YM ko yesterday hehehe) and Maver (miss na kita!).
all about you&me meme
Abie and Farah tagged me! Thanks Girls!
RULES:
1. add your blog/s to the list. feel free to add all your other blogs. it’s okay if you only post these questions in one blog as long as you answer them.
2. get back to ME {refers to YEN} and i’ll add your blogs to the master’s list here! yup, another linking thingy but this one has 15 questions and you get to enjoy answering them too!
3. tag as many friends online you know. but you don’t need to be tagged in order to join.
QUESTIONS:
1. when you buy a greeting card, are the words or the picture more important to you? BOTH. That's why I love Hallmark stores here, super aliw ang mga cards!
2. what’s your favorite kind of cake? CHEESECAKES.
3. do you ever make gifts for people, if so what, or do you buy them? Depends.
4. what’s your favorite holiday? Christmas.
5. are you going on holiday this year? if so, where? Hopefully, Chicago and Vegas. Would love to spend intimate moments with hubby in those hotels in las vegas!
6. what was the best party you’ve ever been to? Too Many to mention but the huge surprise 25th bday my friends threw on me was quite memorable.
7. if you are married, describe your wedding. If not, what would your ideal wedding be like? Perfect! But I would want to get married again with him in a smaller venue and more intimate type of wedding maybe on our 15th wedding anniversary. That's almost 10 years from now haha!
8. what’s the most romantic thing that’s ever happened to you? Proposal at the port in Bacolod.
9. what’s your favorite girl’s name? Ysobel. Sofia.
10. what’s your favorite boy’s name? Ethan.
11. which celebrity would you like a dream date with? I'm not really a fan but just imagine if I'd be dating Brad Pitt, laglag panty ko!
12. which female celebrity do you find beautiful? Nicole Kidman, Gretchen Barretto, Angelina Jolie and Reese Witherspoon.
13. which male celebrity do you think is attractive? HERE.
14. what is your best character trait? Super duper organized, cowgirl and can do everything little housechores with no complaints.
15. what is your worst habit? Worry wart and people pleaser.
1. Me and Mine 2.Creative In Me 3.Little Peanut 4. Pea in a Pod 5. Sugar Magnolias 6.Me,Myself+2 7.FunFierceFabulous 8. Supermodel Wannabe 9. A Reality Bite 10. My Life Right Before Your Very Eyes 11. My Random Thoughts 12. 100% Kelly 13. Our Journey to Life 14. Changing Lanes15. Pit Stop 16. Mind Bubbles 17. Vanity Kit 18. Stripe&Yellow 19. Something Purple 20. Em's Detour
tagging EDS, JANE and LIZZZ.
stumble worthy meme
Thanks to Strawberrygurl, TIN for sending this meme my way..
Copy from Start Copying Here until you reach Stop Copying Here and follow the instructions.
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1. Copy from “START COPYING HERE” to “STOP COPYING HERE”.
2. Add your site(s) to the list. Just be sure to post the “StumbleWorthy List” at each site you add.
3. Let your blog and url be known by leaving a comment HERE so that you will be added to the master list.
4. Come back and copy the master list back to your site, often. This will allow the new comers to achieve equal benefit as the late comers do.
5. Register in StumbleUpon and install the toolbar.
6. Go to the sites found on the list and give them a thumb up.
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD! TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THE LIST. OR CLICK HERE TO GET A BANNER THAT YOU CAN PUT ON YOUR BLOG. THE MORE PARTICIPANTS, THE GREATER INCREASE IN TRAFFIC! ~StumbleWorthy List~
1. Hit-or-Miss 2. Mommy’s Little Corner 3. A Simple Life 4. moms….. check nyo 5. The Journey 6. Sigh 7. Photo Hook 8. Say Cheese 9.Make Every Day Your Lucky Day 10. Blessed Sanctuary 11. Hailey’s Beats and Bits 12. GreenBucks.2 13. TeacherJulie 14. GreenBucks.1 15. Brown Foot 16. Lucky Charms 17. Homeschooling 18. Marikit 19. Strawberrygurl 20. Mind Bubbles 21. Vanity Kit 22. Stripe & Yellow 23. Em's Detour 24 Something Purple
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I am tagging Juliana, Jean and Farah.
tsk tsk!
I don't know with you but in my case, every summer or when the weather is extremely hot, I eat and munch as if there is no tomorrow. I friends who have been telling me that I am weird because they eat more during the winter. I was so thin during the winter, I barely have no appetite at all. With the scorching heat, I am gaining pound by the hour, I swear! My tummy is always bloated that I might need a lapband surgery tsk tsk. As soon as we moved to the apartment, I think I have to watch what I eat and start getting back with my daily workout.
laziness.
Still catching up on lost sleep. Will get back with your links updates, memes, comments, and cbox messages tonight when I resume my full blogging mode. For the meantime, you can read updates HERE. Hope you all had a good weekend!
seriously...
....considering this haircut and color hihihi! (a bit darker lang though...)
But, before anything else I need to lose 10 lbs to have a body that would match this haircut.
Kayanin ko kaya pareho? ang magpapayat at magpaiksi ng buhok LOL!
on Guess watches.
I was never really a huge fan of Guess watches, but that watch brand leaves me some kind of sentimental reason. My 1st watch ever as a kid was a Guess then my 1st ever bestfriend gifted me a Guess watch when she came to U.S. I find them very stylish and classic at the same time. Also, durability is remarkable. But then again, I have grown up and clinging on to other more matured watch brands.
i have a story to tell about this bag.
closet mix
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Do you still remember the days when we had so much fun buying those paper dolls and we make paper clothes or buy paper clothes for our paper dolls? I miss those days when we could mix and match clothes on our babies. Sometimes, we can't afford all the clothes that we want and just window shop online our favorite must-have dresses, shirts, skirts and jeans. I do that all the time. Or sometimes, before purchasing certain pair of clothes I mix and match them virtually first before buying them online. You know how much I am addicted with shopping online that sometimes I rely mainly on my instincts when it comes to fitting and sizes. Well, I have just found a perfect site which could help you mix and match a variety of nice clothes. Visit ClosetMix.com To Make And Share Virtual Outfits in your myspace, blogs or websites. The photo above is my chosen get-up for summer. The Audrey tee-shirt is just to die for and I have always loved Charlotte Russe because their collections fit me perfectly. There are actually a lot more choices but I went for that pair because it depicts my current mood on dressing now. Check out the site and have fun mixing and matching! I sure had fun!
awards galore
I've received these awards many times, I guess it's worth posting them again with my new set of awardees and 3 dear friends who sent me these awards:
Jacqui and her Arte y Pico Award, thanks dear.
The rules of this tag are as follows:
1) You have to pick 5 blogs that you consider deserve this award for their creativity, design, interesting material, and also for contributing to the blogging community, no matter what language.
2) Each award has to have the name of the author and also a link to his or her blog to be visited by everyone.
3) Each award winner has to show the award and put the name and link to the blog that has given her or him the award itself.
4) Award-winner and the one who has given the prize have to show the link of "Arte y Pico" blog, so everyone will know the origin of this award.
Make sure you visit the link above.
Thanks Mommy Wheng for this World's Greatest Mom Award.
and lastly, thanks Abie for this 5-star award.
I'm passing this on to 5 deserving mommy bloggers: Meeya, Tin, Weng, Joy and Farah.
collector item
I was surprised to know from a friend that one could actually invest on gold coins by selling or trading them. I used to think of gold coins as collection only and something not to be traded nor put out some huge investments on. Somehow, my friend was able to convince me that gold coins rarely depreciates in comparison with gold jewelries. Hmmm, would you? Because, I wouldn't. I mean I want to invest on a gold which I could wear and not something that I would just keep and take a look at every now and then, waiting for its value to appreciate and sell or trade them when that happens. Oh well, my friend is having fun at the same time earning a lot so I guess, it might be an option for anyone else, but not for me.
so UNtrue.
Snagged this from Kelly while I was looking for some quick fillers hee! I was surprised with the result because I have been really stuffing my body with a lot of unhealthy food for the past weeks. I need to munch endlessly while I finish some school papers. I know I gained weight with all the eating anxiety that I have been experiencing. So, I was so scared to check my weight today before taking the quiz, but surprisingly, MY WEIGHT IS IDEAL. Hmmm, I certainly disagree with this. If you should see how thick my waist is right now, naykupo! Anyhoo, I am still busy and will get back with all your comments, cbox messages and memes over the weekend. Toddleloo!
Your Weight is Ideal |
 Your BMI is 21.9 - a healthy BMI falls between 18.5 and 25 Congratulations, you are the perfect weight for your height. Even though you may not be entirely happy with your weight, you are healthy. So gain or lose a few pounds if you want, but don't go too crazy! Don't agree? Blame the government standards we based this test on! |
David Cook after-thought
I was just having some break from my writing my mentally-wracking research paper when I pass by this house selling some custom t-shirts with David Cook printed on them. I was almost tempted to buy, but has 2nd thoughts. No matter how I like David Cook, I just couldn't wear a shirt with his face on it. Anyways, the seller was kind enough to tell me that she ordered them from http://www.customt-shirts.com/, now that's a good idea for holiday gifts huh. My breaktime is up, so back to writing my school paper. Please wish me luck that I finish it by Tuesday night! How was your weekend?
in the midst of SATC the movie!...hee
This is just too funny to pass.
I never really liked her, but I must admit she has this unique kind of beauty and the "it" factor when carrying those designer clothes, shoes and bags not to mention THE accessories!!! Anyways, if not for Sex and The City, I wouldn't like her at all.Sorry SJP's fans but THIS SITE just won't let me stop from giving out major LOLZ! Check out more comparative photos here: http://www.sarahjessicaparkerlookslikeahorse.com/.
