A Blissful Wife .... And Mother ....

Happy 7th Father's Day to you Honey!!!

2010-06-21T00:59:00.001+08:00

We appreciate the sacrifices you have to endure working miles far from us. I am in awe with your integrity, hardwork, patience, and strength. You never scarce us with care and affection by pouring unconditional love in this family. You made it possible that distance won't never at all build a wall between us. I wanna thank you for the endless confidence you're entrusting me, though I failed innumerous times with my decisions, you've always been there to catch my every slip, and never get tired of doing such over and over and over. For being the brightest light that guides me during my darkest and lowest hour. The truth is, I can never thank you enough Honey, for being such a wonderful father and husband to us. We are tremendously blessed by God for sharing with us such a beautiful person like you. You are a blessing, not only to your family, but for all the people around you. Happy Father's Day!!!

Ultimate Love

created by Tina Chambers

Our Boracay Madness 2010!

2010-04-17T01:10:00.001+08:00

Happy 7th Sweethearts Year Honey!

2010-02-28T09:02:00.000+08:00

Nothing in this world could be as wonderful as the love you have given me. To me you're just as doting and caring as the day you became my Honey. Let us create more years of precious memories together, more years to discover new things we enjoy about each other, and more years to strengthen our marriage that defines a lifetime of being one.

Honey thank you always for treating me like your princess, please don't change coz I've always wanted you to be my knight who will flourish me on my weakest, and indulge me on my happiest. The love that I shared with you seven years ago will be as strong as forever. I love you so much and hail to our 7 blissful years of being sweethearts!

Capture the Moments Plopper
Created by Christine Gundersen
Age Titles set 2
Created by Tina Chambers
Doodle Delights- Wedding Word Art
Created & ©2006 by Tina Chambers and Meryl Bartho
Natural Kit Alpha
Created by Suzanne C. Walker

Your Second Commendation

2010-02-25T03:22:00.001+08:00

Above is part of the letter that was sent to you for the second time in the span of 9months of working. We are all so proud of you! As we always are. Love you Honey! Keep it up and earn more feathers to your cap!

My First Paper Scrap

2010-02-20T01:23:00.001+08:00

This thing was done for Kuya Jett's science project. They had to make an art work pertaining to the previously celebrated Valentines day. So it is basically about Love-Love-Love. It took me like 4hours to finish everything from conceptualizing to wrapping it in a plastic cover. This thing is way more expensive than its web counterpart which is digital scrapbooking. It is time dominating as well coz once you fixed it, you can never just easily move it around unlike doing it in my computer program PhotoImpact. Well, for the rewarding part. I hope Jett got a grade of flying color for this one. Coz as a matter of fact, more than its love theme, it was made out of love.

Kung Hei Fat Choi 2010

2010-02-16T02:11:00.000+08:00

We missed the fun last year, but now we are back in town. And hopefully it will be more prosperous, fruitful, and full of love and good fortune this year of the tiger. Happy New Year everyone!

Glamourous Alpha
Created by Irene Alexeeva
Stapled Journal Tags
Created by Erica Belton

Happy Heart's Day Honey!

2010-02-14T00:00:00.000+08:00

I really am missing you today.

And I'm loving you greater than before.

Wishing you were here.

Happy Valentines Honey!

My love is with you forever.

Get Better Soon Son

2009-06-25T00:15:00.000+08:00

Jett has been feverish for the past two days. Thank GOD his burning up vanished late afternoon today. His peak of high temperature went up to 40C on dawn last Tuesday. He was chilling, and was looking for his Dad, and was telling me he was scared. I told him it's okay Mommy will stay beside you. He was complaining about his neck, his eyes and tummy were painful. I barely shut my eye that day to check my son from time to time. I totally felt relieved that now he is already okay.

It is terrifying to have fever nowadays due to A(H1N1) pandemic scare. I also learned last Monday from Teacher Ann, his adviser, that three of Jett's fellow Kinder students from other section were also absent due to high temperature. I asked his pediatrician, Dra. Mendoza if I need to rush him to the hospital that time to see if Jett was showing signs of swine flu. She told me that swine flu, like a normal flu, has to have symptoms of high fever, cough and colds, poor appetite, and had recent travel or exposure with people of such disease. Since Jett had only fever with no cough and colds, she advised me to observe first his condition, just stay home and make him rest, and give paracetamol on regular schedule.

I hope tomorrow if there are already classes (today was suspended due to typhoon Feria), Jett will resume his schooling and catch-up for last Tuesday's lessons.

Our Dream Modern House

2009-06-22T23:49:00.000+08:00

Three more months to tick off the calendar and we will finally set foot to what I define, the consummation of my husband's hardwork and sacrifices working in foreign countries, away from his family. And my fair share of sleepless nights and exhausting days researching and trying to learn the new architectural trend of modern houses not only in the Philippines, but also of our neighboring Southeast Asian countries. This house is adopted according to Singapore and Malaysian architecture to be more specific.

The whole concept of this house, starting from its floor plan design, the arrangement of the rooms, the color of its facade, the accent color of the exterior, were all emanates from me (ehem!). Maybe if I'm familiar on how to use the auto-cadd, I might also have done it myself, printed it in blueprint, and just look for an architect to sign it, hahaha!

One attestation that I was completely succumbed in house designing when I started putting myself into this project, was my perfect attendance from all of the interior design/home improvement/construction exhibits assembled in SMX Convention Center and World Trade Center for the past two years. Together with my kids, and few instances with my hubby, I bring them along with me on these events. Even when we were in Kuala Lumpur last April, we were present during their Home Dec 09 Exhibition held in Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, wherein I found a very lovely and durable laminated flooring. Which I learned later on, that that brand is not available here in Manila. I should have bought some boxes already if I only knew. The said laminated flooring is a clever reproduction of a real wood. It is a good buy and not pricey when converted to peso, compared to Kronotex that we can easily find in home depots all over the Philippines. The difference is the former is made from Malaysia, and the latter is made from Germany.

We only got one shot, and this might be the first and the last time that we gonna build a house, so we might as well give it our best foot forward putting our hands on this dream house.

The house is bright and airy, with lots of glasses, wood, and steel as one of the major compositions of an ultra-modern home. Natural lights are prominent all over the house, you need not to turn-on your lights all throughout the daytime. It is like putting the outdoors in. Water feature in the living room is one of the focal points of the house, which is very visible as you enter the main door. We all know that the soothing sound of the water gives calming effect to people, and it is good in fengshui as well :), just don't turn it off to avoid the risk of dengue, hahaha!

Oh well, we still have to wait for a while until we see the product of our sweat and yes, even tears. Tears of stress, joy, and in one point along the way, disappointment (which I relay in another story) :) .

Have a blessed abode everyone!!!

Happy Father's Day Honey!

2009-06-21T02:49:00.000+08:00

Hi Honey! Before you press that play button above, kindly turn off first the soundtrack of my slideshow on my previous post "Propose Interior and Exterior Design" (sorry :) ). I no longer have the option to edit it as I was trying to figure out how to remove the sounds,I don't know why.

Anyway, this little presentation from us is nothing new for you I know. But I'm pretty sure and according to Rene Mariano :), it will come as a surprise to you because you least expect this, right?! It's been a while since I last did anything similar to this. You know that I'm too occupied about the construction of our house, and it consumes so much of my time more than the physical, emotional and mental as well. But I'm back, and will never say die, hahaha! I should have done a simpler plan of resurfacing that element of surprise, but again, knowing me :), I took a little over more complicated course of giving it a bang.

I was running out of words as you noticed in the video :) . First, the usually fighting kids on the background are destructive :). Second, It was spontaneous, and I just thought about it only last Friday. I in fact finally came up with a more precise concept a few minutes before we shoot our takes. Post production was a little bit time eater also coz it was my first encounter with the Windows Movie Maker, hahaha.

But on top of that, it came out something ...mmmm .... touchy ... and funny.

Happy Father's Day Honey!

Congratulations Honey!

2009-06-19T15:41:00.004+08:00

In an email forwarded to me by my husband last June 17, it says ....

" Dear Bobby,

Please be advised that the board of directors of Powercom PNG Ltd have noted your commitment as well as the good performance exhibited at work to date and have decided to award the agreed USDx,xxx net per month remuneration rather than wait for the completion of the 3 months probationary period as per the signed agreement.

The board hopes that you will continue with your very satisfactory work performance as well as your attitudes towards work.

If you have any query regarding the calculation of your pay or concern regarding the terms and conditions of your employment, I will be more than happy to discuss it with you when I return to POM on Tuesday.

Regards,

I've said this before, and I'm sure I gonna say it a million times more in the future, that I am a fan when it comes to my husband's dedication and hardwork towards his profession. Its been only a month since he started working for Powercom/Eltech Engineering in Papua New Guinea as Operations Manager. I'm more than elated that his good intention to share his knowledge and talent with this company, and how he's been thriving hard to be one of the catalysts of this already on-top and successful institution, is now acknowledged by his bosses this early. You much deserve the recognition Honey! I love you so much and no word can fit in how proud we are of you being the man of the family. Take care always!

Propose Interior and Exterior Design

2008-11-04T13:44:00.000+08:00

These 3D rendered photos are the propose designs of Architect Jun Astoveza for the facade, and designers Sherlyn Shih and Jing Balmes for the interior. However, there would be some modifications of the above offered layout during the actual construction of the house. About 50% I think will be altered. It really is hard to come up with the perfect arrangement. But of course, if you are the owner and your whole family will utilize the house, you might as well aim to see it in its nearly perfect look. And besides, this is our first time to build our very own dream house, and probably the last, so why not give it all our best shot on its aesthetics. So to my designers, bring it on guys!!! I wanna see moooree!!!

Happy Wedding Anniversary Honey!

2008-10-31T20:29:00.000+08:00

Thank you HONEY for giving me that 5 blissfull years of married life.
I LOVE YOU FOR A LIFETIME...

note: we celebrated our anniversary at Grotto Vista Resort in San Jose Del Monte Bulacan with our relatives

Feb 2004 Club Digital Word Art
Created by Tina Chambers
Gold Page Pebble Alphabet
Created & ©2005 Lauren Bavin
Digital Tags by Amy Crabtree Bleser

Happy Birthday To Me!

2008-10-28T23:07:00.000+08:00

Author: Shawn Bird
E-mail:shawn@digiscrapshack.com
URL: www.digiscrapshack.com
©2005 Shawn Bird

United Nations Day 2008

2008-10-27T03:49:00.000+08:00

Congratulations Sweety! We've never been prouder! This is your first award as a student. BEST IN COSTUME for Kinder pupils. Yes, it is non-academic, and I custom made the dress which is originally meant for a girl, hahaha, but it is more than enough. We are so happy to see you receiving an award on stage. My heart is jumping for joy. This is the first time your Dad and your baby brother Jedd see you performing live, and you never fail us! The dance is cool! We always anticipate what you gonna do on these occasions, and we're happy to see how you really participate and step-up with each dance number. You did it with a bang son! I love you sweety! We are so proud of you!

Thanks GOD! The Groundbreaking...

2008-10-23T03:06:00.001+08:00

The long wait is over ... in GOD's grace and will ... in Honey's hardwork and perseverance...
Finally... the much awaited GROUNDBREAKING...
of our dream house !!!

Holding on to the power of prayer and faith to GOD, we are hoping to move
summer of next year.

Thank you LORD for such a wonderful blessing of a new abode
for our little family.
This is such an incredible milestone for us, and we really are excited to
see how it goes, hopefully without a glitch.
We are so grateful of what you have blessed us through the years.
You may have taken a few,
but give it back to us more than double.
We lift it all up to you oh LORD, we heed your signs as our guidance,
let THY will be done.
AMEN.

NOTE: It is unfortunate that DEACON weren't able to finish our house. We regret meeting these people.

The Book page kit
Created by Lauren Bavin
Title: Stains, Splats and Splodges Stamp Set_01
Created by Meryl Bartho
Title: Basic Basic Page Kit
Created by Meryl Bartho

Our First Ever Getaway as Foursome in CEBU!!!

2008-10-18T08:46:00.001+08:00

Taxing it is, but the ultimate fun is irreplaceable!!! This is our first ever out of town travel as four after I gave birth to baby Jedd last year. We've been waiting for this day after our last getaway in Boracay last 2006, minus of course baby Jedd. We stayed in Crown Regency Cebu for 4 days and 3 nights. We actually received this free accommodation after attending a 90-minute presentation from Club Ultima who's been selling club shares among those who can afford to buy it, coz well, the price is not cheap, hehe! But since club share is a good investment (synonymous in the concept of stock market), we ventured to it.

The hotel that we stayed in, is totally class A in terms of amenities, service, and mouth-watering food. We in fact enjoyed the hotel place, more than we enjoyed Cebu, hahaha! We splashed to their edgy swimming pool with jacuzzi, shower falls, and mini swimming track for those who love to swim. The kids really had a great time. And for myself, how can I forget to try their massage service, which I forgot to remember what it is termed, hehe, but certainly not swedish nor thai, but uses aroma oil as well, and concentrated more at my stressed back area. Love it!

Well, about Cebu... The beach line in Mactan is unclean (I'm sorry to Cebuanos but this is the undeniable truth), with sharp objects you can feel at the sole of your feet. Definitely, not a water-fun experience for our kids, especially myself. It is so yucky! Unlike in Boracay that offers a very clean, white and fine sand walk moment. However, the jetski and boat ride is cool!

Furthermore, we find people in Cebu displeasing, referring to cab drivers, boat ride middlemen, service crew in SUTUKIL (a well-known open air restaurant of seafoods). We can really feel that they are after the money that we will shell out as tourists, and not to show kindness and honesty as local tenants. That is why it is understandable, that some foreign visitors like Koreans, are very mean to them, because of their money first attitude. It's a good thing we are not Koreans, hahaha! We just try to understand that their lives are less fortunate in terms of livelihood, and have not enough education to comprehend that tourism is a service-oriented word, and not realizing that theirs is a place, people from busy world are longing to go back time and time again. But with their behavior, I don't wanna go back to Cebu if we will stay not in Crown Regency Cebu, hehehe.

Mmmm.. in scale of 1-5, I'll give 5 stars for the absolute HOTEL fun experience. and 2 stars for the CEBU tour around. But at the end of the day, I think the most important thing is that, we went there to relax, unwind, grasp a new environment, forget the not so good recent memories, not think about the house and other people, and most especially bond together as a family. Which I certainly believe really did happen. It's refreshing to have an escape once in a while... or often... hehe!

My Cute Little Kulit Kiddos

2008-09-03T20:11:00.000+08:00

Jett has been a waggish child since then. And one of his waggishness, is to make faces in front of the camera. But what made me giggle more is baby Jedd's reaction. Upon glimpsing at the photos, you will think that he is starting to get scared. But knowing this curious kitten, he is in fact discerning, observing, and absorbing his Kuya Jett's every act. So he will be a carbon copy next time. They are the best buddies, Hahaha! These two angels are the happiest part of our life.

Title: Doodley Brushes Set_02
Created by Meryl Bartho

Art of Life Plopper Pair
Created by Elizabeth Weaver
Logan's Stickers Alpha
Created by Amber Gray

Linggo ng Wika 2008

2008-08-31T14:42:00.000+08:00

I need not to tell.. Kuya Jett is a certified performer! From a shy little boy, you can dance now in front of the viewing public. You are the most adorable chicken in the whole wide world, hahaha! I love you sweety! Mom and Dad are the proudest! Mwuah!!!

A Letter of Love and Support

2008-08-29T00:17:00.001+08:00

Dear Honey,

Do you still reminisce our good old lovely days in Bangkok? Coz I vividly, richly do. Most particularly our night outs together, just the two of us. For more than two years of staying there, we didn't miss a weekend of time well spent with each other. We see movies during Fridays and Saturdays, catching the nearly last full show. We go to different bazzars. We dine in al fresco restaurants. We treat ourselves on posh dinner set-ups. We went cruising along Queen Sirikit river. We walk holding hands, side by side. We steal smacks from each others lips and cheeks. Hearing our "I Love You's" innumerous times for that night. Sigh! Those memories are enduring.

But of course, beautiful moments were less meaningful if its antipode were not present. You had a hard time dealing with Greg right? Your American boss, that eventually became one of your good confidante. You had falling out with few of your long time colleagues resorted in treating them with cold shoulders. But now, time heals the agony, and have open communication as before.

And now in your current workplace, you are going through a very crucial issue which may spill a dirty spot to your clean linen of work record. I know you've been working like horses. Your load is overflowing and you were tasked of huge responsibilities. Mistakes are very likely to happen especially if you work under pressure due to ambitious target completion.

What I am trying to say is, you might be in a rough road right now, you've been distressed due to excessive working. But like a cliche goes, it will come to pass, and a smoother road is there waiting for you to walk through. Everything will be fine Honey, Im sure of that. You are such a hard working person. You have that sparkling passion to be of service to your company. Im a self-confessed fanatic of that excellent drive. To err is human, and only shallow-minded and self-righteous would say otherwise.

Whatever your decision will be, and if you believe its time to let go, I just want you to know that me and the kids will support you all the way. In fact, I really feel bad that I can do nothing to console you, and I really feel sorry. The least I can do is to write you this letter. I wanna share your pain and sadness. I want Jett and Jedd cheering you up with their naughtiness. We want to hug and kiss you and make you feel that whatever happens, we are one complete happly family, and we are always here for you.

Kaya mo yan! You are such a trooper. You wouldn't be where you are right now if you're not. Never let other people drag you down, and sink the strain into you. Just keep on praying coz GOD has always been there for us as ever, shielding us against discomfort.

Take care always, and we love you so much. I promise to arrange a getaway when you get home. To unwind and and to bond with the kids. Love yah!

Love,
Your number one fans,

Joan-Jett-Jedd

Shake, Shake It!

2008-08-21T23:33:00.001+08:00

LOW by FLO RIDA is the favorite groovy sounds of brothers Jett and Jedd. This is in fact my current mp3 ringtone so the kids are really familiar with the beat. Jett can sing it, and Jedd is obviously can't help to shake his booty. Lllove it!!!

My Student Wannabe

2008-08-19T22:49:00.000+08:00

Sorry sweety, you can't go to school yet coz you are barefoot... hahaha!

Jedd is so keen going to school. He loves wearing his Kuya Jett's school ID and school bag. Whenever we are working on Kuya Jett's homework, Jedd is also there intensely listening and trying to comprehend and imitate reading. At an early age, he is such an observer so he easily do a takeoff on things. His smart little things really flip us, hehe!

Title: Friendly Dinosaurs
Created by Meryl Bartho © 2006 Meryl Bartho

Our Most Recent Studio Smiles

2008-05-26T00:49:00.000+08:00

Jedd's 12 Months' Monthly Photos

2008-05-25T22:01:00.000+08:00

How time flies so rapidly.
From a tiny little baby,
you are now a walker, a singer,
a dancer, our JOY.
Happy 1st Year Cuddly!

Pictures taken @

Jedd's 1st Birthday Party @ Fun Ranch

2008-05-22T00:37:00.000+08:00

PARTY THEME: R A T A T O U I L L E

PARTY VENUE: Blue Whale Grill, Fun Ranch

PARTY DATE: May 11, 2008

PARTY HOST/VENTRILOQUIST/MAGICIAN/BALLOON TWISTER:

Markus

CAKES, BALLOONS, GLITTER TATTOO: TGIS Balloons and Party Needs

PARTY SOUVENIRS: Thin Cans from ADWORKS GRAPHICS

Thanks to everyone who joined this fun-filled day with us!!!

The Tear Jerker Surprise AVP / VTR (Please watch these three! You won't regret it!)

2008-05-08T01:00:00.001+08:00

VIDEO SEQUENCE

FYI:
Favorite music: Audrey and If by Bread
Celebrator: Roberto “Bobby” Santiago
Event: 40th Birthday

SEQUENCING:
On your 40th birthday … fade….
We made a little something for you …. Fade ….
so sit back … fade…
relax …. Fade…
and enjoy the presentation …. Fade

Let us reminisce your 40 yesteryears… fade…
(photos of Bobby – refer to CD entitled Bobby’s AVP under the folder “Bobby only” in the following order: Early Years-Recent Years-Current)

Have we not told you … fade…
how much you mean to us? … fade …

Note: the following are the names of the people in the video footages in order:
1--Ronelia and family – Bobby’s youngest sister
2-- Lucita Santiago – Bobby’s mom
(show pictures of Bobby and Mommy. Refer to CD entitled Bobby’s AVP under the folder “Bobby and his Mom”)
3-- Ate Lhor, Kuya Gonzalo, Maricel and Al – Bobby’s Tito, Tita and pamangkins (no message, just greetings)
4--Kuya Boyet – Bobby’s elder brother
5-- Ate Neri – Bobby’s Aunt
6-- Ate Rowel, John Mae, and Ella – Bobby’s elder sister and pamangkins
7-- Ate Roma – Bobby’s eldest sister
8-- Ardhel – Bobby’s nephew
9-- Kim – Bobby’s niece (no message, just greetings)
10-- Ikang – Bobby’s niece
11-- Kelvin – Bobby’s nephew (no message just greetings)
12-- Joey – Bobby’s nephew
13-- Tita Tuin and Joey
14-- Kuya Riz – Bobby’s elder brother
15-- Jett and Jedd – Bobby’s sons (no message just greetings)
16-- Jett – Bobby’s elder son (no message just singing)
17-- Johnny Alcaraz – Bobby’s father-in-law (no message, just greetings)
18-- Karla, Jero, Rica, and Ten-ten – Bobby’s Pamangkins (no message just greetings)
19-- Rica – Bobby’s niece
20-- Venus – Joan’s bestfriend
21-- Cathy – Bobby’s sister-in-law (no message just greetings)
22-- Patricia, Patrick, Cacai – Bobby’s pamangkins (no message just greetings)
23—Editha Lamberte – Bobby’s mother-in-law
24-- Joan – Bobby’s wife
(show pictures of Bobby and Joan, refer to CD entitled Bobby’s AVP under the folder “Bobby and Joan”)
25 – Dhel – Bobby’s younger sister

I prefer the sequencing of the video footages in the following order (thru its numbers):
4-6-7-14-25-5-8-10-12-13-19-20 ….
Voice Messages of:
Renan – Bobby’s youngest brother; and
Kuya Ronnie – Bobby’s eldest brother
(voices from CD entitled Bobby’s AVP under the folder “Voice messages”)
NOTE: Pls don’t forget to put their names
continuation… 23-2-25
NOTE: Pls put the word in texts if audio is poor

On this special milestone in your life … fade …
Allow us to greet you a …. Fade …
(videos of all relatives on the video saying “Happy Birthday!” “only”)
(last video is Jett singing Happy Birthday – then overlapping text saying “Happy 40th Birthday Bobby!”)

Oooppss .. fade…
We’re not through … fade…
Just yet … fade…
Be ready .. fade…

Coz you were caught on tape …
(video footages from the dvd entitled “Caught on Tape” )
(background music is something playful)
with the following timestops:
DVD-1B:
0:03:56 – 0:04:10
0:16:04 – 0:16:20
0:30:20 – 0:30:50

DVD-3:
0:00:23 – 0:00:57
0:03:41 – 0:04:06
0:08:50 – 0:09:35
0:10:34 – 0:11:21
0:20:30 – 0:21:05

Lastly, picture of Bobby (with effects) showing these words: (picture from CD entitled Bobby’s AVP, filename “last picture”)

“Happy 40th Birthday Bobby!” …
“Thank you for touching our lives!”

END

This is the script of the VTR/AVP that I personally, intensively, and thoroughly thought-of for this momentous once in a lifetime event of my dearest better half. I sought the service of a professional to do the digital effects and the proper lineup of each amateur home videos taken at different dates, different places, and different media, like the internet and GPRS (wheh!thank you techie-buffs!).

The video has a total of nearly 30mins in length. And it was partitioned in two parts. The first part was an AVP of Bobby's photos from before to present. It was viewed right after the ceremonial toast. The other half, was played right after the games, consisting of videos and voice messages of his relatives and loved ones. My favorite part is Jett's singing a Happy Birthday Song to his Dad. After he sang, he said I Love You Daddy, then lean to the camera to kiss. It was so touchy and cute! (we rehearsed that about three times? Hehe).

Im really thankful to my sister-in-law, Ronel, for helping me convince their relatives to stepout from their comfort zones for a while, and give their birthday messages to Bobby in front of the moving lense. Believe me, it wasn't easy as we thought it would gonna be. It took roughly a month to complete the video materials for this VTR, including the voice messages of Honey's brothers from far provinces that I personally contacted and asked if I can record their birthday messages thru the mobile. And they gladly graced my request simply because it is Bobbys' birthday.

All in all, the preparation for this VTR per se, including the script above is about six weeks. A feather to the cap for a hands-on Mom like me (ehem!). And I was so right, Bobby cried several times upon viewing the final product of this video. He was surprised to hear the voices of his brothers he haven't heard and seen for years. And for those who have spoken in this video, from the bottom of my heart, I really wanna thank you for spilling some heart warming, genuine words of love and gratitude, that for sure, Bobby will never ever forget with his lifetime.

Have a safe trip Honey! See you at the airport later with your kids! Love yah!

Honey's 40th Bday Photos - Late Post

2008-05-04T00:59:00.000+08:00

The emotion was overflowing. No word would nearly justify how fun and moving the event was!

I started to conceptualize this once in a lifetime "surprise" 40th birthday bash eversince the day one we started this relationship. Oh yeah, you read it just right, since more than 5 years ago, hehehe. But technically, the materialization took place last September of 2007. I had to do an emergency-slash-panic booking at Ibarra's Garden upon learning that their weekends of December and January were jampacked. So I was left with no choice. The supposedly just an ocular visit or venue inspection, turned out to be a ten thousand pesos reservation drop by =).

The only available slot left for weekends before January 6, which was Honey's schedule to fly back to Bangladesh, was a Friday, dinner of January 4th. Having it my way, I wanted it to be a Saturday, just to allow the visitors and relatives to have the luxury of time preparing for the special dinner. But then again, it was a successful event, so no use of dwelling to that little detail, hehe.

We arrived the place at nearly 8pm. We were super late since we were expected to be there at 7pm. However, the best thing about it is that, everybody was almost there, so everyone was an eye witness on how amazed, astonished, astounded, cum teary-eyed, my husband was when he entered the venue. Well, you must be asking how did I get his ass on that place, without giving any hint? Simple. I told him it was my bestfriend Venus parents' 25th wedding anniversary. My poor, hindless husband, didn't know it was his own birthday party, until he walked that lights-off facade (wow, dramatic!). Upon walking the aisle, the only thing lighted on the whole garden was coming from four small candles embeded on a small cake with Honey's mini-me replica, an engineer on his phone. And then, when the lights were finally turned-on, everybody lead by the party host, was singing an emotional Happy Birthday song. And yes, indeed, a "dramatic entrance" it was. (awww... it was so touching, I tell you!).

Honey was speechless and teary. All his loved ones were there. Relatives from provinces came over. His former colleagues and friends he haven't seen for ages were also there sharing the moment. The place was soooo perfect. The mood was romantic, formal, dreamy, fancy, all in one. I just couldn't wait what will happen next.

When we reached the stage, everybody was holding their glasses of wine already (I prompted my sister-in-law via text to tell the house staff to prepare the wines already 5mins before we arrive the place), and a ceremonial toast was given. The party officially started.

Immediately followed the toast, was an AVP of Bobby's photos from his teenage days, to his first Americana suits, to his travels, and up to his nearly 40 years old looks. Some guests didn't help but laugh on how the pictures unveil the transfiguration of Bobby's physique, from thin to a little thick, hehe. It certainly served as a teaser of a very happy long night of fun. Then we had dinner of mouth watering dishes, that I hardly tasted, since I was too busy entertaining and thanking the guests for being there. After dinner, there were games and dancing, personal messages from his friends and family, no dull moments in fact. And then a VTR of overflowing "thank you(s)" (which I will share to you on my next posts) was shown tendered by siblings, pamangkins, titos, titas, to Bobby's delight and surprise. And finally, the blowing of candle cake. After the another happy birthday song, and Bobby unlighted the candles, a balloon burst added to the festive ambiance. And to cap off the night, photo op with the celebrator at the enchanting background of the garden for all the guests.

Sigh! It was one emotion-bursting night! Honey has never been happier! I've never been happier, seeing my husband's overjoyed! Upon retiring the day, we keep chatting till dawn. The stories and the sharing of captured moments are endless. Honey has so much queries how I was able to manage that one hell of a party. That, I plan to detail on my next posts.

Happy Birthday Honey!!! We love you so much! Congratulations for having a fruitful, blessful, and meaningful 40 years of life!

Honey's 40th Surprise Birthday Bash - The Invites (Part I)

2008-01-16T23:36:00.000+08:00

I started bringing on the surprise birthday bash for Honey three weeks before the celebration. I began with his colleagues all the way from his very first job, EXTELCOM, then NESIC, MOTOROLA, and to his current workmates in ERICSSON through their e-mail addresses. I asked for the help of Honey's friends from these companies who are still in touch with their fellow engineers (I'll acknowledge their names on the next posts). So you could just imagine how many emaill addies I sent to (wink!).

The invitation went like this:

Hi!

This is Joan, wife of Bobby (Roberto Santiago).

Bobby has finally hit the big 4-0!!! His family is planning to throw a surprise birthday bash for this event.

Please join us on:

January 4th, 2008 - Friday
please be there at 6:30pm (Bobby will arrive at 7pm); at

Ibarra's Garden - 525 Padre Faura St., Ermita, Manila, Philippines
click the link for the location map -

http://www.ibarraspartyvenues.com.ph/location_ig.html

Remember, it's a SURPRISE! Please don't let the cat out of the bag!

R.S.V.P. by December 30 to my cellphone 0918-4094326 or to this email

Hope to see you there!!!

NOTE: Don't miss my next consecutive posts. Everything will be all about the party.

Bangkok Sisterettes Xmas Party 2007

2008-01-15T11:55:00.000+08:00

Held at DenzMay's house in Cittadella Subdivision Las Pinas

Spot of Tea 12 x 12 inch PlopperCreated by Linda Rechtin

Jett's Birthday Feast @ Power Kids Academy

2008-01-13T23:56:00.000+08:00

It was fun! Everybody enjoyed the tricks and magic of the lady clown. It was held on the last day of their schooling before the year caps off, which was on the 13th of December. Jett's real birthdate is December 24th.

This year is Kuya Jett's first school year, so for a change, I decided to observe his birthday with his classmates and mentors. Aside from the fact that much of our yearly party budgets went to his Dad's surprise birthday party, hehe (standby for my post regarding that party). There were clowns, food from Jollibee, balloons, and a school bag as giveaways. And of course, I bring along our recent family member, our baby Jedd. Honey was astray that day, but he was here on the 24th itself.

Happy Birthday Kuya Jett! I hope more birthdays will come and you still allow us to kiss and hug you soooo tight! Love you sweety!

All Boy Page Kit by Lauren Bavin

Logan's Stickers AlphaCreated by Amber Gray

Noel Bazaar 2007

2008-01-10T23:49:00.000+08:00

Yes indeed! We were at the much awaited and blab of the town bazaar during the Holiday Season... The NOEL BAZAAR in World Trade Center Pasay City. I'm a self-confessed "cheapaholic" (hehe), so I asked Honey if we can pay a visit. It was my (our) first time to be at the exhibit, and what can I say, "I Love It!".

There were foods, fashion show, magazines, clothes, antique housewares, shoes, souvenirs, and of course, my ultimate fancy ... bags! hehe. Wherein I bought one native handbag from KALIQ on a super marked-down price (I compared in Robinsons Galleria, and I save 40% more, wow!).

You certainly would encounter here all the greatest finds in the city. In fact, a quarter of my holiday giveaways came from this bazaar.

I really can't wait for NOEL's next year visit!!! I wish he'll do it twice in 12 months!

Black Pearl PloppersCreated by Meryl Bartho

Our Year End Family Portrait

2008-01-09T00:11:00.000+08:00

Picture taken @

Jedd's 7th Month Picture

2008-01-08T22:52:00.000+08:00

Who's the boss??!!

Picture taken @

Jett Shows His Moves

2007-12-27T00:39:00.000+08:00

We can't help it! My husband and I, almost cried a bucket when we saw Jett showed-off his groovy self. The video was a dance number during their Christmas Party at Power Kids Academy last December 14th. I was literally in awe when Jett started dancing with his classmates. It was really unexpected. I thought he would perform just like before(United Nations Day), that he wasn't really dancing, just clapping.

But Jett proved me wrong. He nailed it with all convictions! He danced like he had done this before. He knew the steps, the timing, and he even memorized the song.

Way to go son! We are the proudest parents! Mmmmmmwuah!

Timeless Friendship

2007-11-28T11:51:00.000+08:00

Venus is my greatest, dearest friend for 11 years. Wow pare! Would you imagine, we've been together for ages, hahaha! We were classmates from 3rd Year High School at Regina Apostolorum Academy, and was schoolmates at Ama Computer College. She took up ComSci, and I took up MassCom. After College, we parted ways, and started to build our post-school paths. And as the cliche goes, the rest is history.

Now, I'm married with two kids, and Venus is still single. And the good news is, she is available, hehehe! (Guys, I'm ready to share her number, lol! I tell you, she's a good catch!). There were times that we totally lost our connection in someways or another. But one undeniable truth remains, our friendship is for keeps, and we deeply care for each other, and we're both precious in each other's heart.

Aside from wishing you a Happy Sweet 26th Birthday! I wish you peace at heart. I know you recenty went through a rough road, but I'm so proud of you that you weathered that storm with style and sassiness.

Love you friend!

Moonlight & RosesCreated by & © 2005 Meryl Bartho
March 6, 2007 FreebieCreated by©2007 Tina Chambers
Fresh and Pretty Birthday CardCreated by Meryl Bartho
Timeless Rose AlphaCreated & ©2005 by Kim Liddiard
J3 Designs ~
Author: Shawn Bird

Threesome

2007-11-27T00:32:00.000+08:00

This is a quickie shot. Jedd was not on a good mood unlike his Kuya Jett who loves to pose on a shutter. This is one of my favorites. We miss you Honey!

Picture taken @

Jedd Is 6-Month Old

2007-11-26T23:56:00.000+08:00

Does he looks like a girl? .....

Strangers think he is .... hehe

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Laugh It Out Loud

2007-11-23T14:50:00.000+08:00

My First Bite

2007-11-16T22:52:00.000+08:00

Today, November 15, we mark this significant event of your life ... your first bite!

We waited until your sixth month for your first ever eating experience.

It was fuss-free and you certainly enjoyed the moment.

I hope you won't be a picky eater as your Kuya, LOL!

More spoonfulls to go son!!!

Feeding Frenzy Boy Bib AlphaCreated by Amber Gray

Feeding Frenzy Add On PackCreated by Amber Gray

Feeding Frenzy Page KitCreated by Amber Gray

Siblings

2007-11-15T00:01:00.000+08:00

Sibling Revelry Overlay
Created by Suzanne C. Walker, copyright © Suzanne C. Walker, 2006

Step-Up

2007-11-14T22:03:00.000+08:00

I'm just so happy that after more than three years of driving, I finally learned how to park our car through its tail. Negating my hesitations, it was so easy as one-two-three! I was just so scared to give it a shot coz I might bump with the other car especially on your blind side. But I was proved wrong, as long as you have a good calculation on your visible side, and your okay! I practiced back-parked for the first time at the indoor parking of Greenhills (Honey was the coach). Now, I'm a more confident driver and fears no-more on unroomy parkings. Sometimes, it really pays off to face your fears, and be proud after all that it was well worth the try.

On the other hand, I had a driver's license renewal for the first time . It was spontaneous coz I didn't know it was already expired after my birthday. I thought, it was still valid for another year. I even steered the wheel a day passed my birthday (we fetch Honey from my in-law's house coming from the airport). However, I was issued a temporary license, since I got my original license from Caloocan LTO and renewed in Meycauayan. It is valid for five months and have the ID card afterwards.

Happy motoring everyone!

Annika's DressCreated by Samara Gugler

Unwind to Bond

2007-11-07T15:58:00.000+08:00

We made sure to spend Honey's 10-day vacation (last October) to its greatest. Everyday, we bond in special unwinding ways at different malls in town. We miss you Honey!!!

Title: Doodley Brushes Set 2
Created by Meryl Bartho © 2006 Meryl Bartho
Lauren's Fancy Fasteners Set 2
Picnic in the Park Add On 1
Created by
©2006 Lisa Carter

We turned FOUR! Happy Anniversary Honey!!!

2007-11-02T23:37:00.000+08:00

Today 29th of October, we label our FOUR blissful years of marriage. In line with this remarkful episode, let me share with you our FOUR greatest attestations, why our whole self are pretty much in to this relationship.

JOAN SAYS:

1. I love to groom my boys. I'm a groomer myself, so it naturally follows that I also wanna see my boys (Honey, Jett and Jedd) on their good if not on their best looks. One recent tendering moment, was on Jedd's Christening. If you browse through the photos, our motif for the event was white and gold. Jett and Jedd's clothings were tailored made, exactly the same color (light brown) and style. In fact both have a makeshift vests and white polos, but apparently I was too occupied the whole time in guests entertainment that I weren't able to change their dresses. And of course, a Dansen polo in brown and pink shades we bought all the way to MOA (Mall of Asia) for my Honey (I love it!). It took me that far to finally saw the perfect one, hehe. My dress is on blue and gold colors from Petit Monde. Actually there were three dresses to choose from, but Honey wanted me on that 60's inspired baby dress.

Moreoever, every three weeks, I see to it that Jett has his haircut, when Honey is here, he will have his hair done too. And I will dye his hair of black-brown color. Every four months, we visit Jett's dentist for his teeth cleaning. Every six months, I buy him new pants and shirt (from Guess). But in between, I buy him less expensive clothes when there is an occasion to be dressed-up to. Jedd is low in maintenance so far. Obviously, his things were mostly hand-me-downs from his Kuya, except for the shoes, coz we have given away Jett's infant shoes to other kids. With Honey ... oh well, I buy him things scarcely, but everytime I do, don't ask me the price, its uneconomical, hahaha! But it is fine, he well-deserved signature items, coz he uses them for centuries, right honey? Hehehe!

2. I love our good laughs. Me and my better-half are both happy persons. We always have something to giggle about. This is the part I really do enjoy most in this union. We may have disconnections about few matters, but we absolutely have more time beaming. We always have something to laugh about. From the places we've been, people we've encountered, television shows we just watched, anything. I think, it is but important as an equilibrium in a relationship that you have sparkling sense of humor.

3. I love our good conversations. Honey and I are self-confessed news sucker. We love to read and watch news, and be updated about the current events, haps, and talks of the town. We therefore have good exchanges of words, from politics, social issues, hotspots, markets, business, even showbusiness hehe, or anything under the sun. We are both opinionated individuals, so it is envitable that we have clashing notions at times, but we love it! Intelligent viewpoints are healthy for the mind coz we learn from each other. I feel lucky to have sensible and witty partner.

4. I love the royal treatment. Mothering the two boys, and parenting alone (during Honey's absence for work), give me an unforgiving daily must-do's. Admittingly my responsibilities are more than rewarding, yet occasionaly they bring me headache, body ache, and yes heartache (tears).

But at the end of the day, no matter how taxing my tasks are. I make sure to refresh and find time for myself. I treat my hair every month on a salon I frequent, and have it colored on the 4th month. I also have regular monthly face cleaning (I used to have facial twice a month), the last time was with Honey, before Jedd's Christening. Recently, I had a suuuupper relaxing spa, balinese massage with sauna (also when Honey was here). And of course, my ultimate favorite de-stressing activity. The guilty pleasure which everybody loves... shopping!!! All of these made possible because of my Honey. He's been so consistent to indulge me from the day one. He babies me all the time. Even if he is away, he pampers me with anything that I wanna do or have. And even if I already gave birth to two kids and have gained pounds (8 more pounds to go back to my pre-pregnancy weight), he never fails to make me feel so special, pretty and sexy. And I love him most for that!

I may have hundreds of reasons to cherish this marriage. But to top them all, spending my days and my nights with such a special person like you, is larger than life. Happy Anniversary Honey! I love you so very much!!! Thanks for coming to my life.

BOBBY SAYS:

Happy 4th wedding anniversary to us! Time really flies that fast. Its seems only yesterday when we had our wedding ceremony in the house, officiated by a church minister. You were about 15 pounds heavier, and your big tummy conspicuous in your shiny white dress. Set of flowers nicely arranged into your hair, you’re the perfect model for a nervous bride.

At that time, Kuya Jett was still in your womb, to come out less than two months later. Baby Jedd was not even in the “planning stage”, but he will see the light in this world four years after.

How do I rate this marriage? Or should I say, what are the things that I like in this marriage? Since today is our 4th wedding anniversary, let me give you four of the things that I would consider as the reasons I am enjoying this marriage:

First, we became one. You and me, me and you. As the minister said at that time, God has made us one, in body, mind, and in spirit. I could not ask for more, my dream has become a reality.

Second, this marriage produced two wonderful kids, so far. In December four years ago, we have our first born Jett. And May of this year, our second son Jedd was born. They have complimented our joy when we first see them in person. Milestones like when Kuya Jett had his first set of teeth, had his first steps, and tried to say his first syllables, amuses us no end. Pretty soon, Baby Jedd will be doing what his Kuya Jett had done.

Third, this marriage inspires. It inspires me to work harder, so that at the end of the day, I can provide for my lovely wife and my two playful kids. It inspires me that all the hassles in my work place does not affect me at all, since my family will be there to welcome me when I come back home.

Fourth, this marriage excites. It excites me that I always look forward to be with you until I grow old (its already happening Honey!). It excites me that the first person I will see when I wake up will be you, and the last person I will say “I love you” before we sleep will still be you.

Fifth, this marriage is --- oooops. I earlier said four reasons only, but there are definitely more than four reasons I like about this marriage. Let me discuss those things on our 5th anniversary next year.

One thing is sure, I love you so much Honey. That will never change, wedding anniversary or none.

UN Celebration @ Power Kids Academy 2007

2007-10-26T19:59:00.000+08:00

This is soooo funny!
I'm not sure if it is in Jett's senses that he is actually in the middle of a dance program. As if he cares! Hahaha!
At least he did stand there to join his fellow pre schoolers. Nevertheless, I'm still a proud Mom. At the age of 3, this is his first ever public dance.
Way to go son!!! Shake your booty a little much more next time. =)

Welcome To Christian World JEDD!

2007-10-23T17:50:00.000+08:00

CHURCH:
Minor Basilica National Shrine of San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish

RECEPTION:
City Garden Suite

Enchantment to Enchanted

2007-10-15T08:16:00.000+08:00

It has looong been planned ...
Finally we got ENCHANTED!!!

I'm A Wife, I'm A Mother, and I'm 26!

2007-10-11T01:21:00.000+08:00

Thank you Honey for this touchy and inspiring letter, you especially made for this occasion. Love you!

Have a safe trip, and we'll see you later with the kids.

Hi Honey,

As you celebrate your birthday today, I would like to offer you a toast, my pretty, quick-witted, very supportive, and fearless wife.

I remember the days when I was still a member of the single-blessedness club, when my heart and my world was empty. Back then, I felt like a dry leaf, that is being flown by the wind to any direction. My life was monotonous and lackluster. Until you came.

When I laid my eyes on you, I have never stop to pursue you. I have moved heaven and earth, to show you how much I love you. I want to impress upon you that I would do anything that I can, for you to be aware that I really care. There are high moments, and low moments during my courtship towards you, but luckily, I made it!

Honey, the truth of the matter is I did not find you. Rather, it was you who found me. You found me when I was lost and you changed me for the better. You have changed my outlook in life, taught me how to be calm, how to appreciate things, and how to believe in myself. You cheer me up when I am dejected in my lowest hour. You are my number one fan who’s always behind me, my primary morale booster.

When you gave your heart to me, I got a new lease on my life. Like a torch that guides, you have inspire me. With that, you have given me my life and my love. As my wife, friend, partner, and confidant, you have given me the inspiration that I have been longing for.

Now at your tender young age, you have already been exposed to great responsibilities. I admire your resiliency, courage, and patience in dealing with situations. You being the mother of our two kids, Jett and Jedd, are also acting as their father, as I cannot exercise the responsibility at this time. There were a lot of long nights for you, just to be able to take good care both of them. Hats off to you Honey, and I know that you can persevere. It’s really challenging but you can, and I really appreciate and forever grateful to you on this. I myself cannot do these tasks alone, and it is really heartwarming for me, that you have been up to the challenge by yourself. I have said to you this again, and again: I am nothing without you Honey. I am giving the credit to you for holding our family together.

On your birthday, one gloomy thing is, I’m not there back home due to my workload. This will be the first time for us, as husband and wife, that I’m not with you on your natal day. Just the same Honey, I would like you to enjoy the day, celebrate, and have fun. Let this be not a reason for you to enjoy this special day of yours. Go out, bring the kids, bask in the sun, and party.

But first thing, let us offer thanks to GOD, for giving us these everyday blessings that we constantly receive. For we have a marriage that may not be perfect, but sacred. For we might be away from each other, but our love still burns. And for giving us two wonderful kids, who encourages us to strive harder. Let us continue praying to HIM that the blessings would go on without end.

Happy 26th birthday Honey! I love you so much, and with all my heart. Wish you all the happiness, long life, and hoping that your dreams for yourself, to our beloved kids, and to our family will come into a fruitful reality.

Lovelots,

Bobby

Jedd's Christening Invites

2007-10-06T00:11:00.000+08:00

invitation by Adworks

Rush Hour

2007-10-04T07:35:00.000+08:00

It is one heck of a week! My phone and my email has been restless for the past days (and my cellphone load, hehe).

Due to long Ramadan holiday in Bangladesh, Honey is going home for a brief vacation. Yehey!!! In short, Jedd's Christening is definitely on the go.

Since the minute Honey confirmed about his work recess (which is just weekend of last week, grrrrr!!), I literally got panic. His stay is only for 10 days. And upon inquiring, the only slot that was left for me on that short span of time , which can accommodate the availability of the church and the hotel is on the 13th already, two days after Honey arrives.

Good thing (really!), I already paid the deposit on the reception beforehand, which was supposedly for December, the original date of baptismal. I just changed the date according to the church's ready sked, which is a Saturday. I wanted it to be a Sunday but slots for 14th and 21st are already packed.
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So you can just imagine the task at hand of organizing an event. I promptly got in touch with the previous supplier of invitations, and then look for new suppliers of balloons over the net, asked my sister-in-law to find souvenirs and goodies in Divisoria, check for cakes, complete the lists of godparents, etc. Wheh! The works!!!

So far, here are my checklists:

~~church's booking~~

complete lists of godparents

full payment of the reception

~~visit Adworks for the invites~~

~~final layout of the invites~~

~~do the map~~

get the hardcopy of invitations

~~send the invitation thru email~~

re-visit the hotel for contract signing and final site viewing

total number of guests

cakes

balloons

souvenirs

Jett and Jedd's dress (customize)

Honey's dress

~~My own dress~~

I wish I can compete against time. Wheh!

Joice's 1st Birthday Party

2007-10-01T13:55:00.000+08:00

Roll Over

2007-09-25T11:24:00.000+08:00

You are now an older baby! You can turn over (to your left), play on your stomach, and raise your chest supported by your arms.

Your Dad is soooo happy to see you grandstanding! Mwuah!

Jedd @ 4 months

2007-09-21T17:45:00.000+08:00

My cheeky one is in a glass pot. How cutie!!!

Picture taken @

Jett's 1st Educational Trip - Tagaytay

2007-09-19T18:20:00.000+08:00

This is Jett's first ever educational excursion in school, so we definitely got excited about it.

There was a total of 4 buses on the said trip, comprising of all the students of Power Kids Academy. I brought along my niece Patrica as an accompany. The call time was 6am, but as expected, we headed out at 7am. And thanks to the rush hour congestion of Metro road, we reached our first stop of the day, the Flower Farm, at nearly 11 noon already.

We had our lunch in People's Park. We could have gone horsing, but the weather didn't permit us to do such, coz it poured. GORING's visit is really bad in timing. The whole trip was drizzly so we always have to bring our umbrellas with us to avoid getting wet. Sayang, coz I know Jett as well as the other kids, will surely have fun riding a horse sana. After lunch, we proceeded to Mahogany Market and I bought some beef for steak. This market is well known for its fresh and marked down price of beef. And for our last itinerary of the day, we moved to the one of the most famous landmarks of Tagaytay, the Marcos' Palace In The Sky. However, due to the storm, it was really misty up there, and didn't enjoy the downland scenery. The view was enveloped with thick fog. All we did was to took advantage of the place, and had our snapshots.

To wrap up this journey, I bargained for few pasalubongs and souvenirs. Strawberry jam, lengua de gato, pineapples, etc. A t-shirt with Tagaytay print for me and Patricia, and a very cute white bonnet for Jett, also named Tagaytay.

The traffic on the road back home was okay. We left Tagaytay proper past 6pm, and arrived Marilao at 8 in the evening.

I didn't find this voyage taxing. It was rather rewarding to meet the other parents and Jett's classmates, and how they developed that innocent camaraderie they have for each other. I also feel good to see the kids' affection for their teachers. It's cute everytime the teachers ask for a smack from the baby schoolers (pre-schooler).

On top of that, I'm more than happy to spend some time with my elder son. It's been a while since we last had moments together alone. It is priceless!

Promulgation

2007-09-11T22:49:00.000+08:00

I'm pretty nervous on what will take place tomorrow on the promulgation of plunder case against the deposed President Estrada. Whatever will happen, one thing is for sure, it will make an impact to our local stock market investments, and this is the more anxious part for me, coz we do have. The market nowadays is kinda embattle due to the slowdown of US economy. Their jobless data announcement yesterday for August was surprising which hurts their market strongly, and I think one of the domino effects is what the economists called the sub-prime crisis, or many Americans can no longer pay their housing mortgages which is of course bad for the economy. Which is now the world market's problem (except for China, they have a very strong economy right now), including emerging countries like ours. Everytime the US sneezes, the whole world catch colds, and that explain why. Oh well, so much with these economic talks, they give me a headache :) .

Back to Estrada. Whatever the verdict will be, I just hope that we accept it to the widest of our understanding, especially to the former president's supporters. I think, this country is toooooo exhausted to handle another Edsa III or Mayo Uno (2001) chaos. I mean, if that will happen again (knock on wood), it will take another tedious process of healing the wounds and the divisiveness of people from different walks of life. And for the sake of our country, that is the last option that we need right now. A 7.5% GDP growth is a sign that our nation is not a hopeless case. Let us take our chances. Let us help our nation to take off, this is a group effort. So I hope some people will not only think of their vested political interests, and will not use this opportunity to flame-up the sensitivity of the issue.

Tomorrow will mark another chapter to our history. Jett and Jedd will read tomorrow's news on their history textbooks. In my heart, I hope that they will read a "just and peaceful" acceptance of President Estrada's judgment. Let us make them proud this time. I hope.

Jett's Close Encounter w/his Dentist

2007-09-07T23:38:00.000+08:00

I'm so proud of you Sweety! You can now sit on the dental chair without Mum! You used to tag me along on that chair at every meeting you have with your dentist (but at home, he keeps on asking me when to go to the dentist, hehe).

When Dr. Giron asked you to be seated, I could tell that you hesitated a bit, but as you saw your fave mouthwash to be gargled on the small sink next to the chair, you loosen up right away, and quickly sat down.

Your dentist was so proud of you as well. He was delighted to see your grown-up ways, how much you had fun while you were having your teeth cleaned, and most of all, your complete and unruptured pearly whites! Thanks to the sealants he finally completed to put in your molars (his last two sets of molars came out recently). Now, they are 100% shielded from tartars and will never be damaged until your permanent molars come in. An "investment" if I may put Dr. Giron's word into mine.

At the end of the session, you got your price. A winnie the pooh sticker on your fist! Hahaha! In line with this, let me thank Jett's (and my husband's) dentist, Dr. Giron, for taking care of Jett's teeth since he was two years old. I could see that he has a very healthy set of teeth.

Because of that, we are more than happy to lieu that very loooong line on the 11th floor of pink building in St. Lukes, just to have an appointment with you, hehehe!

Oak Memoirs Plopper. By Kim Liddiard
Title: Doodley Brushes Set_02
Categories: Girl/Feminine Friendship Love
Created by Meryl Bartho © 2006 Meryl Bartho
Boy Logos PNGs and PSCS2 Brush SetCreated by Kim Liddiard

School I.D.

2007-09-03T18:31:00.000+08:00

"No, I'm not frowning ... it's just ... sunny..."

Pambansang Araw ng Wika sa PKA

2007-08-31T08:28:00.000+08:00

Cool Slideshows!

Sapagkat ang Agosto ay selebrasyon ng buwan ng wika, marampatin ninyong gamitin ko ang ating wikang pambansa kahit dito man lamang sa espesipikong sulating ito ng aking blog. (Wheh!)

Kanina ay ipinagdiwang ng mga mag-aaral ng Power Kids Academy, ang paaralan ni Kuya Jett, ang Araw ng Wika. Nakatutuwang makita sila sa mga kasuotang tagalog na tanging sa panahong ito lamang natin nakikitang karaniwang isunusuot.

Hindi makakaila ang pananabik ng mga magulang, lalong-lalo na mula sa pinakamababang antas ng pag-aaral (Nursery), na dumalo sa naturang pagtitipon, at masaksihan kung paano makisali ang kani-kanilang mga anak sa programa. Ngunit sa aming panghihinayang, sa dahilang ito ay maliit na salo-salo lamang ayon sa pamunuan ng paaralan, nagdesisyon silang limitahan ang programa para sa mga estudyante lamang at hindi kasama ang mga magulang. Gayunpaman, matiyagang naghintay ang mga magulang sa labas hanggang matapos ang pagtitipon.

Sa huli, ang mga ngiti sa labi ng mga bata, lalong-lalo na ang aking Kuya Jett, na natuwa ng husto at nakisali sa kauna-unahang karanasan nya sa kakaibang aktibidades na ito sa kanyang paaralan, ay isang bagay na walang pagsidlan para sa magulang na kagaya ko. Umaasam ako na sana ay maulit ang ganitong ekspireyensa nya.

Jedd @ 3months

2007-08-27T15:15:00.000+08:00

Isn't he the most cherubic carrot in the whole wide world?!

Picture taken @

My Scent of the Moment

2007-08-15T18:49:00.000+08:00

I'm a stranger when it comes to LANVIN's line of scents. So when I asked the sales assistant of the perfume section in SM, on what perfume is their current bestseller, without a wink, he recommended me the ECLAT d'ARPAGE of LANVIN.

I could have asked Honey to just buy me in Duty Free when he go home next month. But I emptied the bottle this early, because Jett is using it as well. I actually was looking for other brands like Vera Wang and Kenzo, but along with other famous scents, they are only available in Rustans, however cant find time to go there.

ECLAT easily captured my taste. Its smell of sophistication is enchanting and undeniably irresistable.

Wanna try?

Certainly ... A Not So Good News

2007-08-09T09:34:00.000+08:00

Apart from Jett's previous hospitalizations for the past three years of his life, last week Monday, is I think one of the lowest points of my Motherhood.

A small mass that we thought was only cause by a hard object plunked in between baby Jedd's eyebrows, was found out to be a cyst. Prior to that, a skull x-ray was performed, and nothing was found. Then his pediatrician referred us to a surgeon for a professional opinion why that lump has been there even before Jedd turned one month old.

The good news is, the cyst is benign or harmless and nothing to be alarmed of (wheh! Thank God, I was't myself 'till I heard this). The bad news is, since he is just a baby, and the fontanels are still open, a surgical removal cannot put through yet. So it will stay there for the meantime until his body is prepared enough for such.

Nevertheless, that fact still saddened me. Of course as a mother, you want your son to look normal. Admittingly, having a very visible, yet small mass in the face, is definitely not normal to see. People keep on asking, "What was that?". No matter how cute he is, they sometimes say "Awww... why the baby is angry?". Because the lump like I said, is situated in between the eyebrows, it gives an impression that he is like frowning. An offensive reaction is but natural for me, and it never fails to give me an "ouched" coz my son is a really happy baby.

What also scared me from the beginning is, you know, when you say surgery: blood, operation table, knife, recovery, confinement, blah blah blah. Until I found out through the internet, and hubby told me, that cyst is a common, out-patient, simple skin problem. Anybody could have it without any reasons, others even have plenty of it. You know, like warts (which I had mine removed on a facial center only). But just the same, it has to be excised or "cut-out" in order to take off the sac or what they call cyst wall, so it won't come back at all. (grrr.... it gives me goose bumps!)

Now, Jedd has a regular visit to his surgeon every three months to monitor if the mass is growing fast or otherwise. I just hope, everything would be okay, and the cyst will just disappear on its own and a surgical removal would no longer be necessary.

Come on! He's just a baby!!!

Thriller in Prison

2007-08-08T08:25:00.000+08:00

The much talked about video in YouTube! They've been in news for sometime now. They are the 1,500 plus CPDRC inmates of the Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center, Cebu, Philippines dancing the "Thriller".

Happy Christening Jill !

2007-08-05T17:52:00.001+08:00

kit from DSP

Rapid Changes

2007-08-04T01:07:00.000+08:00

No, they are not two different babies. He is our latest bundle of joy, Renz Jarredh or Jedd. The first photo was taken when he was only 10 days old. The other picture was taken very recent right after he turned 2 months last July 13.

It never came to my senses that his physical attributes has changed a lot since the day he was born, until I saw and compared these two pictures. Everyday, Jedd never fails to amaze me with his transitions. From his sleeping patterns, squealing, the way he communicate with us, everything.

Time really flies sooooo very fast. The next thing I know, they are spreading their own wings, and never wanted to be held and kissed. Ouch! So, while they are still under my cocoon, I surely spend the most out of each day with them.

Pictures taken @

My First Ticket???

2007-07-23T10:58:00.000+08:00

Yesterday, we went to Caloocan to visit my in-laws and Jett had his haircut with his Tito Ompong. There was also an appointment later that afternoon with Picture Company in Podium for Jedd's 2nd month studio portrait. Everything seems to be fine ... I thought.

On our way to Podium from Caloocan, along Aurora Boulevard, right in front of Central Colleges of the Philippines or CCP, there is this traffic light. It was red, but since yesterday was a Sunday, and no school, I thought it was okay to unstop. But 'twas a mistake. I found myself pulling-over, coz there was this policeman who stopped me right in the middle of the road, just few meters after the traffic light, for obviously, beating the red sign. Arrgghh! I didn't see the idiot! I should have stopped if I saw them. Actually, there was another L-300 van also halted. Gosh, it would be my first traffic violation ticket if ever. That is after more than two years of driving.

As I pulled-over, I put on a pretentious sweet smile (it sucks!), I was trying to use my charm so bribing would be my last resort (I sooo hate bribery!). "Boss, akala ko kasi hindi gumagana ung traffic light dahil walang school ngayon.", "Eh Mam, sana po pinatay na lang po kung hindi gumagana, patingin po ng lisensya nyo." Ewww ... I think I didn't wear my charmbracelet today, hahaha! I gave him my license, he acted like perusing it, but I know he was just waiting for me to offer something. He unpocket his ticket, "Mam, kunin nyo na lang po itong ticket nyo sa QC city hall, di ko na lang kayo i-be-beat ng red light, disobedience na lang ho." What the hell is the difference, duhh??!!

In short, I was forced to offer a bribe. "Sige na mama, bibigyan ko na lang kayo pang kape, Marilao pa kasi kami umuuwi, me newborn pa akong kasama." He showed a theatrical disgust, "Eh Mam, baka sabihin nyo naman ano ako ...". "Sige na ho, me appointment pa kami pupuntahan."

To make the long story short, I shelled-out P200 buyoff. When I texted Honey later that day about what happened, he told me I should have given only P50. Errr... I didnt know it should be that cheap. But anyway, I did broke-off a traffic rule, so I pretty much deserve the cost.

I then promised myself, to only go on legitimate u-turns, left turns, right turns, (well, I sometimes miss) and never beat a red light again. Amen!

New Hairstyle

2007-07-18T08:02:00.000+08:00

Due to inadequate rest and sleep, my migraine eat me up the whole day of Wednesday last week. So the next day, when I felt that again, I woke up on the wrong side of the bed, I decided, by hook or by crook, rain or shine, I gonna need a "breather" slash "time-off", slash "break" that day.

In other words, I went to every woman's fave hang-out, the SALON. It wasn't possible to leave my kids in the house, Jett will go wild without me, and I breastfeed Jedd, so I tagged them along with a nanny and my niece.

I have not dyed my hair for ages, since I was pregnant. And now, that my belly is already child-free, I had my hair color treated, with matching streaks, hahaha! Oh, by the way, I had my hair done in David's Salon in SM.

Girls, everytime you wanna have streaks or color in your hair, always go to the experts. They are worth the price coz they certainly know how to take care of your hair. And my thankies also to the staff for allowing me to occupy a room where I can breastfeed my little one.

Whew! It feels soooo good to find my way back to my own-self again amidst all the work load of being a 2nd time new Mom. So I vow to do this regularly hehehe! By the way I pretty much deserve this, right Hooney? Next stop, facial and spa (wink!)

First Day in School Uniform

2007-07-04T18:58:00.000+08:00

Last Monday was Kuya Jett's first day in school uniform. We bought his black shoes and sneakers, both labelled CHICCO, in SM last weekend. I was kinda excited to see him wearing a proper school attire, which signifies that he is now officially and technically a "student".

And I was never wronged, he looks adorable in his uniform.

I love you sweety!!!

Alpha Blocks
Created by Kim Liddiard
Early Learning
© 2006 by Elizabeth Weaver
School Days WordArt Titles
Created by Suzanne C. Walker

Brothers

2007-06-27T10:16:00.000+08:00

These are my two little boys. Ralph Jarreth aka "Jett" is the elder, and Renz Jarredh aka "Jedd", is the younger one.

I never thought that Jett will dote on his baby brother as early as his age. He used to ignore his brother during our first days of foursome. So, I thought, it was, but natural for him to behave like that, coz he is still young.

But now, it would be difficult to unglue him to his brother whenever the baby is awake. In the morning, as he open his eyes, the first thing he does, is check his brother if Jedd is already up, and if he is, he goes to our bed and nobody can stop him from snuggling the baby. He always kiss him, play with him, talk to him, or let his baby brother kicks his face, haha! He even wants to bring Jedd to school, or in the grocery (we leave Jedd at home sometimes), or anywhere we go which doesn't permit his brother to come. If he cannot see Jedd around, he asks me "Mommy, where is baby brother?", to reply with, "Baby brother is just with Mama (Lola)", or sometimes, "with Tita".

I hope Kuya Jett will carry on his affection to his brother 'til their growing years, and set a very good example to Jedd.

Sigh!

Perfect & Pure
By Tina Chambers
Elegantly Lilac Plopper Plus
Created by Becky Soto
Batik Butterfly Overlay Pack
Created by Rene' Bross
Stick 'em Up Songbird Alpha
Created by Linda Rechtin

First Day Learning

2007-06-20T20:52:00.000+08:00

It is an exciting experience to finally let your little tyke spread his wings. And signing-up on a Nursery is one good start. Kuya Jett is already 3.5 years old. I wasn't sure if he really is ready to mingle with the other kids of his age in a confined room. So I enlist him to pre-school to give it a shot.

I enrolled him for only a month, sort of try out on how Kuya Jett will handle this new environment. So far, everything is fine and smooth sailing. I wake him up hassle-free in the morning. His class is from 10am to 12pm, so he wakes up at 830am. During his first week, I stayed in his school and waited for him to finish, but now I hired his Kuya Sonny to be his service using a tri-cycle with his classmate. He didn't either wail to death upon entering the class, unlike other kids who still have separation anxiety with their parents, ended up their moms or dads also attending the class with them.

But there is one, little, tiny problem. He doesn't listen in class, hehe. His attention span is still short, so his focus is not that good. Like what his teacher, Teacher Ann told me, Jett is like his supervisor, roaming around the room the whole time, looking for something to scrutinize, but hardly listen to her. Though if being asked, he can easily catch up. Oh well, I've seen that coming. Jett is a wiggly worm, hehe. I just hope, on the coming days, his hyper-self will somehow loosen-up and learn to be a listener.

For now, I'm still in the process of discerning if Jett will keep up his pre-school, so I haven't bought him his school uniforms yet. But I think, Jett easily got the hang of it, so we might as well continue his class till the school year ends.

I'm kinds teary eyed now, coz I know from this day on, inevitably, you gonna have your own life, own circle of friends, own time, and later on, you will leave Mom and Dad and get married. Oopps, red alert! Red alert! Hahaha!

I gonna have to stop right here, or else, my postpartum bugs will eat me a whole, hehe!

Have fun dear! Lav yah!

All Boy Word Art 2Created by Tina Chambers
Chipboard Bracket Element Set
Created by Suzanne C. Walker
Early Learning
© 2006 by Elizabeth Weaver

As You Turn A-Month Old

2007-06-18T19:12:00.000+08:00

Today, we mark your first month of life.

You've been a constant joy from day one,
especially to your Kuya

He really can't get over you.

You made my day restless,

and my nights sleepless.

But it is okay.

You're the extension of your Dad

and your brother.

And for the three of you,

it is all worth the sacrifices.

It is also so gratifying,
Your weight never cease on stepping up.
You are already 4.4 kilos as of last week.

Things have changed, will change.

And they certainly a call for special celebration.

Happy First Month JEDD!!!

Fantasy Landscape Happy NooNoos
Created by Meryl Bartho © 2006 Meryl Bartho

Happy 4th Father's Day Honey!

2007-06-17T03:23:00.000+08:00

Hi Honey! It is nearly 2am here, the kids are already on dreamland, but Im still working on my pc. I suppose to be sleeping 2hours ago, but since today is your day, I am more than willing to sacrifice few hours of my shut-eye, hehe. Anyway, just wanna make sure that you will read my greeting when you visit my page later today. Even before I got wrap-up with my daily chores and might forget to greet you on text.

Whew! What can I say??! I have said this over and over, but I wanna say it again. That you are the most precious thing that ever happened to my life. Up to this moment, I'm still in awe, how fate brought our paths together. It didn't occur to me a bit, that on my first post college job, I met the person who became the father of my two wonderful sons, and whom I gonna, and wanna spend my whole lifetime up to its single breath. Life really is full of surprises, so let us keep the flame burning.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! This is your fourth time. More than the sacrifices you have made for us, I'm pretty sure, that Jett and Jedd will greet you every Father's Day with much love and pride, coz "YOU" are their Dad.

We love you ... so much!

All About Dad Word Art
Created by
©2006 Tina Chambers
Dad's Pajamas Page Kit - Add on pack #3
Created & ©2005 by Valeri Brumfield
Lauren's Fancy Fasteners Set 2
Created by Lauren Bavin& ©2006 by Lauren Bavin
Created by Meryl Bartho © 2007 Meryl Bartho

Sensibilities

2007-06-12T20:36:00.000+08:00

I've been parenting by myself, an infant and a toddler for barely a month now. And I could say the duty is rewarding though overly, undeniably, extremely taxing, it is.

I don't wanna sound like grumbling. Of course, I can never complain. As what the old folks say, you cannot delay or refuse motherhood once it is already there. I'm still in the adapting period of mothering two kids. Though I'm still in the process of getting use to it, I know, I'll get there in no time. However, it is not easily be done.

Few nights ago, Jett was wronged and I got angry. He wanted to make amends during sleepy time, by saying "I'm sorry Mommy," while weeping. I wanted to go up to his bed so he can say his sorry and kiss me like he usually does, but during the same time, baby Jedd was also wailing to feed. My initial reaction was to attend to both, which I realized right away, was not possible, coz I only have one body. Until I found myself sitting on a chair, also in tears. I was so frustrated with the fact, that why do mothers don't have two bodies or several bodies for every offspring they have. I wish I have two.

In all honesty, at times I feel, I wasn't good enough for my sons. That somehow, I am becoming an irresponsible Mom to one of them, coz I can no longer attend to "all" their needs, though Im a very hands-on Mom. I have a nanny who looks after our belongings, but when it comes to my children, I wanted to take charge of everything. From bathing, eating, changing, sleeping, everything. But I cannot do all those things simultaneously for my two children. I really have to have the wit to quantify my every minute with them.

Let me vent-out some more. My children's pedia is in St. Lukes, so every check-up we travel all the way from Marilao to Quezon City. I have no driver, so I drive. FYI, I'm exclusively breastfeeding, so everytime baby Jedd is in need to feed, I had to pull-over somewhere discreet, so I can breastfeed him. Which somehow, causes a delay for our travel.

And most of all, my greatest frustratation now, is, I can no longer play with my elder son outdoor because I'm tied up with my younger baby. Jett is an outdoor lover. But whenever he wants to play outside, and he sees I cannot come with him but the yaya, he chooses to stay here in the room watching cartoons. Sigh!

To hang in there, I just bear in mind and heart, that whenever I feel like reching the end of the rope, I just pull out some more strings of patience, and I'll be fine. Plus more love for the three boys (Honey, Jett and Jedd), more strength (to keep me going), and more prayers (Divine guidance).

I want things to work out for this family, so I promise to keep my best foot forward!

Jedd's Well-Baby Checkup

2007-06-05T10:39:00.000+08:00

Your length, and weight gain are fascinating.

I hope you'll keep up the pace.

Keep on growing Sweety!

Scale Kit from DSP

Our First Foursome Smiles ...

2007-06-01T21:44:00.000+08:00

Picture taken @

Two days before Honey left for work, we had our first ever Family Picture of four. I was so elated to see that we literally had a picture perfect foursome. Oh these three boys who turned my life into a roller coaster ride!

Like a cliche goes ... they complete me ... simply because they are my life ... my breath ... my everything ...

First Time With Shrek

2007-05-27T19:50:00.000+08:00

We had a feeling that Jett has turned envious with the lesser attention he is getting, now that his baby brother Jedd is here. So I told Honey, Shrek Part 3 is now on theater. Since they haven't been in the movie house "together" (only with me and his cousins), why don't they grab this chance and go out to a movie date as father and son.

So last Sunday, after Honey and Jett heard the mass toget her (me and baby Jedd was left home, huhuhu, we are starting to part ways), off they went to SM and watched Shrek.

Though again, they didn't finish the movie, hehe, I'm just so happy that at last, they had big screen moment together. Nothing can beat that (wink!).

Love you Jett and Honey! Mwuah!

Sad Ending ....

2007-05-26T19:56:00.000+08:00

Condolences to the family of my sister, Bordador Family. My brother-in-law, Gregorio "Gordon" Bordador, passed away yesterday morning due to heart complications. His body lies in their residence in Malhacan, Meycauayan Bulacan. It was a very sudden death, which left all of us dumbfounded, especially their children. He was only on his mid-30's. They have 5 kids, ages 16, 14, 9, 8 and 7.

Again, this is one bitter lost, which constantly reminds us, that if we really love our children, wife, husband, or somebody else, we have to take care of our own health, our own body, to be certain in spending more life years with them. Never in my wildest thought, that my sister is now a widow at a very early age. My pity goes more to my nephews and nieces who are still so young to be deprived by the presence of their father.

Interment would be on Tuesday, 29th of May.

Mother's Day ... Birthing Day ...

2007-05-21T09:50:00.000+08:00

This photo was taken few hours after I gave birth, and Honey was traveling his way back home. I felt good after receiving these bunch of sweet entities from Honey, handed over by his relatives. Love you Honey!!!

5_23 FreebieCreated by Tina Chambers

Brightest Flower PlopperCreated by Lauren Bavin

Mother's Day WordArtby Jenna Roberts

Jedd ... Our New Little Angel ...

2007-05-20T20:06:00.000+08:00

At exactly 11:35 nightfall of Mother's Day, 13th of May, I became a new old Mom to our second little prince, RENZ JARREDH "Jedd" SANTIAGO.

We reached St. Lukes at 5pm. My cervix was already dilated by 5cm. But if you will see or hear me, well, I could say I was the calmest Mom on-labor on earth, hahaha! I acted normal, my secret was to exercise good breathing, in every contraction pain.

I had an epidural anesthesia (regional anesthesia resulting from injection of an anesthetic into the epidural space of the spinal cord; sensation is lost in the abdominal and genital and pelvic areas; used in childbirth and gynecological surgery). For those women who went through childbirth and who are familiar with this practice, I'm sure they known that under epidural anesthesia, half the time, you were asleep and having a good rest althroughout your labor. So if there is such thing as like what my obstetrician termed it "a very pleasant delivery", we're very much thankful to GOD, for allowing me to have such.

It took me only "one push" to unwomb my son. In fact, the preparations of the delivery room and the stitching after I deliver gobble up more time, than I give birth itself. And while waiting to finally things be over, I meanwhile took all the opportunity to smile, while the nurse's was having my snapshots while lying down the birthing table. And to subsequently have a kiss to my newlyborn neonate.

I was a bit disgruntled though, that they did not let my baby to suckle my breast right away, for him to have a good latch practice on my breast. Unlike to my first born, Jett was breastfed to me while I was still inside the birthing room, so he became a good nipper. Now, I'm having difficulty with Jedd in teaching how to latch properly, and my nipples are soring so bad. Sigh! This is where the bad part of postpartum starts.

Honey was home the next day right after I deliver. He really is a help for me right now, coz one toddler, and one infant, are a handful for a recovering Mom as myself. Well, thanks Honey for the flowers and the chocolates you sent me while I was on labor. They were certainly my post-delivery stress reliever.

And allow me to use this space to thank my best friend for more than a decade, Venus and her family. For spending, sharing and being there with me, during the rough stretch of my pregnancy, from labor to delivery to recovery. Thanks Pare, you are one of a kind. Love yah!

And to my doctors, my Ob-Gyne, Dra. Elsie Badilla-Pascua, the gorgeous, and the best doctor in town, who happened to share the same birthday with Jedd, May 13th. Thanks for taking care of me during the entire pregnancy, and for making things easy for me during the delivery. And to my groovy and funny anaesthesiologist, Dr. Torio, who has the lightest hand in the world. I wasn't traumatized when he inserted the needle on my spine. In fact, I didn't even feel his hand touched my back, and before I knew it, I was over and done with my epidural. A very negating experience compared to my first born in Bangkok, which I shed tears when I had the epidural anesthesia in my back.

And most importantly, thanks GOD, from preventing things to screw up. For giving me the bravery and the strength on having a normal delivery without my husband beside me. And to finally, had a safe and sound delivery to our angel Jedd.

Cherished Cole Page KitCreated by Amber Gray

I'm A First Time Voter

2007-05-13T02:30:00.000+08:00

I'm a registered voter in Mandaluyong under my maiden's name JOAN LAMBERTE ALCARAZ. I'm already 25, and it is my FIRST TIME to vote. Yeah, you read it right, I'm a first time VOTER. I'm kinda excited and jittery that finally, I will exercise my right, and my voice will be counted as ONE VOTE.

I prefer not to elect any candidate vying for local posts in Mandaluyong since I have no knowledge about their performances. I only gonna cast my ballot for 12 senatoriables, whom I strongly believe will serve as a catalysts for change and improvement in our embattled nation.

I still hope against hope, that we will have a fair and honest election. Well, it is better to be hopeful than to be hopeless at all.

That is ... if I'm still not hatching ... hehehe ...

First Day of School Page Kit
Created by Lauren Bavin

Counting the Days ....

2007-05-13T00:39:00.000+08:00

We've been ticking off the clock and been waiting for the D-day! In line with this is being wrapped-up with the preps of nursery, baby stuff, and all that jazz. But first things first ... the hospital bag.

This is my hospital bag, inside are going-home outfits for Jedd. One-piece newborn dress, mittens, cap, booties, and blanket, all in uniformed set and blue in color. Since I'll be still sporting a sizeable tummy after I deliver, a one piece pink loose dress for myself. Of course included inside, are my personal toiletries, digicam, videocam, chargers, snacks, and the most important of all, my make-up kit, hehe!

My doctor informed me that for a vaginal delivery, without any complications, I have to stay in the hospital for two days. As per Wednesday last week, I was already 2 cm, so I think, we really are counting not so many days. In fact, there were days that I thought I was already in real labor. Only to find out, after reading my book (What To Expect When You're Expecting), that I was having a false labor due to irregular contractions. Honey is becoming apprehensive (right Honey?hehe), and been wanting to go home since last week. He can only stay here for a week. But since we're anticipating a normal childbirth here, we can never predict when it will happen. I only tell him, that whenever it is, I'm more glad to spend our pastportum days with him, and I really need a hand during those days.

So wish me luck guys, this might be my last pre-delivery post. Who knows? Whew!

Spidey & Barney Weekend

2007-05-08T03:40:00.000+08:00

I strongly believe that I am running out of time, and Jett and I will be spending less frequent bonding moments in no time. That is why we are making the most out of my barely two weeks pre-40th week or my due date, before we both get stuck with Jedd (his baby brother) as soon as he arrives.

On Friday, we watched Spider-Man 3 on the big screen together with his cousins. It was an interesting movie, though we never saw the ending, coz Jett was becoming jittery on his seat after nearly two hours of watching, and told me "Mommy, it's finished, go home?", short of saying, "Can't hold on much longer, I'm bored, let's go out." I know it wouldn't be possible to keep him idle that long, I just want him to enjoy the difference of watching on big boob-tube, for it was quite an experience for him. It was his second moviehouse acquintance. The first movie was Cars, and yes we've seen how it ended, but not how the story started, hahaha! I just suited myself digging the plot in DVD, and pretty much sure to do the same on Spidey.

Then at Sunday, we had an encounter with Barney "LIVE" at SM Marilao. There were games, dancing and singing and some activities for the kids (though Jett did participated yet, he just mingled with the other children). And lastly, the main course, a photo op with Barney himself, side by side, my personal favorite. Barney is super-duper lovable!

It was certainly a busy weekend. I just hope next week I still have the grace period to do the same, hahaha! And hope to have my facial first before the D-day!

The Miraculous Well of Divine Mercy

2007-05-02T04:09:00.000+08:00

We've been frequenting The National Shrine of the Divine Mercy few years ago, since me and my relatives settled here in Marilao. In fact, it was here where I acquired the sacrament of "kumpil" way back. If I'm not mistaken, I was 12 years of age then. Many devotees have made this church prevalent and now refer to as a national shrine.

Then there is this well, a wishing well inside the shrine. Just like any other wishing wells, you gonna toss a coin, then utter your prayers/wishes. I have to admit, I'm a skeptic when it comes to these kind of stuff. We always look at a glass as half-filled, not half-empty. And I believe in hard work. But JESUS, really is a working GOD.

My husband was idle for work in nearly 6 months, before he left to Bangladesh. In short, 6 months of no money coming-in in our savings. In an excel workbook of expenses, a negative sign beside the figures has been there for months.

Until one fine Sunday afternoon mass, Jett started asking for money. He told us he wants to throw money inside the well, just like others. And then we gave him money, he tossed inside the well, and then we asked him to pray his bedtime prayers everytime he throws money. As simple as this, "Dear Jesus, please take care of Mommy, Daddy, Jett, and baby brother. Please help Daddy find a job." And ,then after a week, a job offer was emailed to Honey (his project now in Bangladesh), and after a month, he flew.

From then on, we never fail to bid our wishes on that well. Jett has been the coin tosser. Though there is a little changes in his prayer this time, "Dear Jesus, please take care of Mommy, Daddy, Jett, and baby brother. Please keep baby brother, and Daddy safe."

I know my son's little voice, is like an echo in heaven.

40th Month On His Own Bed

2007-04-30T00:28:00.000+08:00

I'm so proud to my eldest son, that it wasn't a tough effort for both of us, his moving to a big bed. He's been sleeping beside us for years. From 4months to a year, he was sleeping in a cot, until we arrived here in the Philippines and he got sick, so we decided to move him beside us when he was 1.2 years old. And from then on, till two weeks ago, he was sleeping next to me or us when his Dad is around.

But I came to a decision which almost break my heart (sob!). We have to transfer him to his own dozing place. As in his own bed, his own blanket, own mattress, own pillows, own bedframe. His baby brother will be arriving few days from now, and we cannot afford to sleep all together in one bed. That is for Jett and Jedd to have a sound sleep without distracting one another, so we have to separate ways.

It wasn't possible to switch him to other room since we have very limited space, so we went to a fabrication of Paluchina woods double decker bed near our place, and asked a made to order 36x48 size of double bed.

When the Paluchina bed was done, I did not compel Jett right away, to sleep in the upper deck (me and the new baby will be staying in the lower deck). What I did was, I let him to get use to it, by playing upbed, watching tv there, lying down, etc. I also bought a Mr. Incredibles comforter, bedsheet, and pillow cases, all uniformed, so he will think that it was just an extension of his play space. And then I decorated the room with a wallpaper and a Winnie the Pooh border, since he knows Pooh well. And then put a glow in the dark ceiling paper with different shapes in it, stars, mooons, hearts, etc. I then purchased a kiddie side lamp in a shape of a cow, with yellow and blue patches, which is a very good instrument to easily lull him to dreamland upon looking at it.

And then, the B-day came, here are the patterns:

First night - I put Jett to bed (upper deck) and waited for him until he fell asleep. He woke up and cried at 4o'clock dawn, and then moved back in my bed. We ended up sleeping for the night together.

Second night - After his bedtime routine and bedtime lessons (ABCs, shapes, numbers, and colors), I put him to bed still awake. Tuck inside his blanket, said his prayers, and then I bid him a goodnight kiss, and went back to my bed. Take note that he was still awake as I said my goodnight. He woke up like 4 times the whole night. But I stand strong, that he should stay in his bed. Everytime he wakes up, I go up to him, tap him a little, and retender my goodnight, then leave.

Third night - Same routine as the second night, but this time, he woke up only once at dawn. But he remained in bed, and I remained on my own.

Fourth night - He had a sound sleep throughout the night. And I was left being half-sleep all night. Missing my son sleeping beside me, huhu!

Up to now, he is sleeping on his own hassle-free. The ending, I am the one who had a hard time adjusting to our new setup, hehe. Well, seriously, I was sad, that after all these years, Jett has to move on his own bed to give way to his little brother. I know that eventually, he will switch to his own bed, or own room, but I never thought it would be as early as now that he is only 3 years at age, sigh! I was left with no choice, and had to do this now, even before baby Jedd enters our lives, so everybody is well adapted by the time he comes, including myself. It took me a while before it finally came to my senses that Jett is a grown-up now. There were even nights and naps, that I cried (no kidding!), with that realization. Oh well, you can always blame it to the hormonal changes, haha!

Well, the good news is. I am okay now. Jett is okay now. I think, we are both ready for the D-day (delivery)!

Congratulations Jett! Another milestone ... another achievement! Me and Daddy are so proud of you son! We love you!

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My First Ever Pregnancy Portrait

2007-04-21T19:14:00.000+08:00

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It costs me an arm and a leg for this photo shoot. But the heck with the money! I'm not forever big bumped anyway, hahaha! It should have been a family portrait, but Honey just left right after I turned eighth month (I preferred my 8th month to do the pictorial so my tummy will appear super expecting, hehe), so the frenzy preparations and schedules of his pre-departure halted my dream, that our first ever foursome picture, be on a form of a "pregnancy portrait".

Anyway, it was really a fun experience doing this shoot. It was my first time since I never had one with Jett. Picture Company really took care of the privacy of the engagement. Wherein nobody was allowed to enter the studio itself, only me and the young and chic female photographer, 'til we were done. Even Jett has to stayed outside (in the reception area) after our pictures together was taken, so he won't interfere with our session. They made it discreet coz the Mom has to bare out some skin, just to highlight the aesthetic side of the pregnancy. It took us nearly two hours to wrap-up.

Hmmm ... I think the pictures are tastefully done. After all, I feel like I'm on my sexiest whenever I'm pregnant, so I might as well flaunt it ... otherwise ... I won't dare pose like such behind lenses ... eewwww!

Weight Gain ... Weight Lost ...

2007-04-18T01:36:00.000+08:00

Exactly a week ago, I had a visit with my Ob-Gyne, and Jett with his Pedia. I'm so glad to see the weighing up of the scale as he took the stand. From 15.9kilos two months ago, he is now 17kilos. And from 98cm, now he is 99cm. It is a triumph for me coz Jett is a slow slash picky eater. It is really a tough job getting him through his meals. So I always make it a point that he only puts no junk but high calories source of nutrients even his snacks. He hardly had any afflictions since 6months ago, so I think, this is a great factor for Jett's constant thickening. I just hope he only gets better.

On a different note. My weight check with my Ob is as not good as with my son. This is of course after she assures me that this is a no problem, and I should be bothered not. From 136lbs, three weeks ago, I'm down to 134lbs (I started as 112lbs till I found out I'm pregnant). She told me that 2lbs weight lost is common, and sometimes really fluctuating at this stage (8th month). Though the average gain should be a pound per week or 25-35lbs on the whole pregnancy. I'm still short of 3lbs.

Well, my husband just told me last night during our video chat, that I look thinner in comparison with the same period of my previous pregnancy. And I know exactly why. I hardly have a dremy sleep. My appetite is not good, I always think about my Honey. Yeah, seriously, I'm more of a muncher, if he personally prepares my food and dine-in with me, sigh. And besides, how can I eat decently if I know that what he eats everyday, is a lesser delighty food. And also, I'm still a super hands-on Mom to my soon to be Kuya Jett. I still feed, dress, bathe, play, look after, and send him to sleep. I wanna make the most of our time together coz for sure, my attention with him will never be the same again as soon as his brother arrives. And I really feel guilty about it this early.

I hope and pray that everything will be okay ... coz I have to admit ... I'm kinda scared right now ... even if it is my second time ... and have few apprehensions on my near giving birth.

Oh my gosh, I think I'm already suffering to a pre-baby blues syndrome =). You think so?

Pacquiao vs Solis ... for a minimal fee ... ?

2007-04-14T14:36:00.000+08:00

This may be good ...

but with this? ....

Our cable provider New World TV, didn't even bother to confer to their subscribers if it would be just fine to charge us an additional fee of P50 just to watch Pacquiao and Solis fisting each other's face. Yeah I know, this is very minimal, but what if the residence of a particular house, like yours truly, is in no edge over this fight? But hey, I'm not playing perfidious to my own kababayan here ... it's just that, I don't understand the technicalities of the art of boxing, and there is no way for me to appreciate them performing the match live on tv. I would be more glad to wait for a sports analyst to explain the details of the competition, on why the other defeated the other, the strengths and weaknesses of the fight, etc. Then that is the only time I can blend in the glove game.

And besides, after the previous Pacquiao-Morales fight, and the much talked about advertisements and endorsemenst over SanMiguel Beer products, I strongly believe these games are no longer for art sake, rather, it is now profit-oriented and highly commercialized. Just like watching your favorite movie or soap opera, everything is just an "act". However, if this fight is synonymous to zero crime rate ... well, let them be an artist of their own.

My two cents worth!

FG's "Critical Period" Hype

2007-04-13T11:24:00.000+08:00

In between the 48-hour critical period of Mike Arroyo, we were in St. Lukes for my every two weeks routine check-up with my ob-gyne Dra. Elsie Pascua, while Jett has his anti-flu shot by his pedia Dra. Dalisay Mendoza.

This was what we saw. At the main lobby just before the main building's entrance, cameramen, crews, and media, are waiting to suck on any development or failure about Mike Arroyo's health following his high-risk open heart surgery on Monday. And as we all know by now, unlikely (hehe), he passed the 48hour critical post-period after he went under the knife and currently on dialysis.

Oh well, I don't wanna sound the bad guy here, but I'm sorry coz you won't be hearing any "wishing wells" on this post. I make this entry only to share this picture noh! The only thing I could say about all these brouhaha is that ... it's harvest time!

Working Like Ants

2007-04-09T04:06:00.000+08:00

I'm waiting for a buzz and currently ym available, until a text message lighted up my silenced fone. Honey cannot make it again tonight on-line. He's been burning candles at both ends from the day one he came for work in Dhaka. He never had a day off since nearly three weeks ago and hardly had a complete hour of sleep. It is becoming a regular routine that he comes home at 11pm sometimes later (Dhaka time) or 1am (Manila time), and leaves the next day between 8-8:30am at his time.

This project is his first ever working experience for Ericsson. According to him, he easily learns the new stuffs as he gets the hang of it, however, the workload is so weighty and time grabbing due to its pressing schedule. To the extent that he only eats biscuits for lunch or dinner because he needs to cling in his site until a development sprung out. Sigh... pity to my Honey. But I'm much apprehensive about his health. Of course, eating biscuit as a replacement for a meal isn't good enough. I'm pretty much vocal about my anxiety, and tell him how can we enjoy a fat savings if he is ailing? (Knock on wood...) So, please Honey take care okay? I know you've been working like ants, but please, please, satisfy your body with enough nutrients by eating the right food, to keep yourself going. Sigh!

You know, sometimes, when I'm halfway breaking down performing my obligations (FYI, I'm very much hands-on Mom to our son plus I'm 8-months on the way), and feel like I wanna give up. But when I think about all the hardwork Honey is doing right now, I believe I'm in no position to complain.

Honey, I understand, that this is only one of the greatest sacrifices you are doing just to provide for your family. You had to leave and work for a while, even if it means you gonna miss an important milestone of our family life, my giving birth to your 2nd son. I cannot put into words how gratifying as a father and as a husband you are to us. I want you to know that we are so proud of you, and we love you so dearly, and miss you so terribly.

Take care always! I hope these pieces of expressions will somehow lighten and lessen up your distress. Love yah!

Now a Vacant Lot ... Soon a Dream House ...

2007-04-06T01:36:00.000+08:00

A little over a week, before Honey left to Bangladesh, we managed to pay a visit in our 171sqm corner lot in Greenwoods Executive Village in Pasig. And we are more than pleased to see that the place is good as done. The roads are concrete, underground drainage system, cemented sidewalks, etc. Everything seems to be ready for a dream house.

With the continued grace from Above, we long to start building our aspiring abode before the year ends. Crossed finger, and sincere prayers with hardwork.

Chock-full EDSA

2007-04-05T03:54:00.000+08:00

It was way past the gridlock hour, I thought. 'Twas actually 9:30pm when we drove off The Podium in Ortigas last night (driven by myself with Jett, yaya, and my bump, hehe) for my pregnancy portrait in The Picture Company. To my surprise the heavy flux of traffic was still there, and seems to have been pestering the motorists for a couple of days, according to a news report I chanced upon viewing earlier. Well, it was like a news blackout for me on the previous days due to my hustle sched (abusive of the few more weeks left for me before I hatch the egg, hehe).

Okay, back to my story. The choke points of traffic are from Crossing all the way to Quezon Ave flyover, and then we embattled another jam from SM North Edsa to Munoz. It was really taxing. It only came to my senses today, that it is Holy Week that's why. Well, if my memory serves me right, I've never been to EDSA that late night on a Holy Week. The mere reason I wasn't prepared to the gush of people wanting to have a long weekend to their respective provinces and some for a grand vacation away from Manila. We should have taken an alternate and not so long route of Greenhills-Araneta-A. Bonifacio. As we all know, EDSA is the haven of almost all bus liners transporting outside Manila. Well, I used to travel that major thoroughfare on rush hours of Holy Week, like 5-7pm from Mandaluyong going home to Bulacan via, bus and MRT, so comprehendably the traffic is really there, but not at nearly 10 at night, duuhhh???

Wait ... speaking of Holy Week ... it just cropped-up my inner cheese, that there is this one great unforgettable recall during the same season occurred 4 years back then, right Honey? What was it? Well, that is another story. And I don't think I have more than enough guts to share it on this public medium. Just e-mail me, hehe.

Anyway, as a wrap-up, just wanna remind those who have any plans of travelling along EDSA. If possible, take alternate routes, or if unavoidable but to take EDSA, be prepare for a long, tiring, slow moving, jam-pack road. Bring your favorite cds to keep your cool, or bring a bubbly friend to have a good chitchat.

Have a happy and safe trip!!!

Happy Graduation Raggedy!

2007-03-31T11:41:00.000+08:00

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2007-03-29T02:58:00.000+08:00

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Kiong Hee Huat Chai!

2007-03-05T18:16:00.000+08:00

We went to Binondo to co-celebrate Chinese New Year with Chinoys. And somehow trying our luck for this year, by getting along with the Dragon, heard the afternoon mass in Basicilica de San Lorenzo Ruiz (formerly Binondo church), dining in one of Mr. Ube's restaurant, and of course, buying hopia to the well-knowned Eng Bee Tin store. And to our delight, especially Jett, the bonus of a "caleza" joyride.

This is our Year of The Pig Forecasts:

Hubby:
Goat/Ram/Sheep

You should have a fairly good year and so much better than 2006 with only a few little hiccups. There are plenty of opportunities where success can be attained but hard work is expected on the part of the Goat. Use your natural foresight and intelligence and do not let success blind you to the correct path. Due to the influence of distractions, the Goat needs to focus on tasks in hand. Do not rush into decisions without thinking them through.

The year will be much better than 2006 but you will need to work hard and this can come at a price, please take time to relax and try and do some exercise like Tai Chi etc, your mind and body will need looking after in 2007 and you may even be looking at changing your career path so expect some unusual feelings of changing direction in 2007.

This will be a busy year and whilst all should go well with career and finance you can overlook partner's needs, so make sure you make time for loved ones whether it is your wife, boyfriend, Mother, Sister or best friend. A good year for finances and investments but make sure you read the small print as the annual stars suggest legal issues and back stabbing so be careful. Make sure you leave time for yourself and try to relax more as stress can be an issue and you may feel down at times, whatever is on your mind right now it WILL pass.

Mine:
Rooster

Compared to last year 2007 will seem a walk in the park, I am sure you have come across some websites or books predicting 2007 to be bad for the Rooster but I do not think it will be that bad. There will be some things you need to be aware off but providing you follow this advice and also our annual flying star advice the year should be okay.

You must be very careful signing contracts and make sure you get them double and triple checked and then check them all over again. With regards to wealth, business and career, 2007 can be a year of seeds you planted over the last few years which will now blossom, so please make the most of this year; this is particularly true for Roosters born in 1981. Your busy lifestyle can cause stomach problems this year so please be careful, I would place a brass Wu Lou beside your bed especially if it is located in the northeast or northwest.

For the Rooster in business and career this year will be much better than last although you should not boast too much with colleagues or competitors as there are a few people out there that may want to back stab you and tell many lies to make you look bad, make sure you wear your protection animal for the year and more importantly remember my advice as being prepared is good. In business you may also be offered a partnership and you should look at this as being positive ensure you spend time looking over any small print on contracts.

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Red Letter Day @ Club Mwah

2007-03-01T21:16:00.000+08:00

Just like some other couples, who wanted not to mingle with the hustle and the bustle of Feb 14 itself, we observed Valentines Day three nights past. And the exciting thing about that was, we chose the most-talked about high-end theater-cum-bar, billed by the much talented transsexuals in town ... the CLUB MWAH.

We really had a grand night. 75% of the guests were foreign visitors. It was an incontestably exceptional slash spectacular slash expensive production which turned every fellow very much into it. I definitely am proud that one doesn't have to fly to Broadway or Vegas to see such shows, just passed by this place, and you sure get the nearly real thing with applause.

Well, mine is now one of the statistics. You can check it out yourselves, by clicking at their website here and learn all the informations you needed. Better yet, watch their performances from Wednesdays to Saturdays. They are now featuring: Bedazzled 7, Follies de Mwah.

Congratulations to all the Club Mwah performers! You are one of a kind!

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Happy 7th Birthday Patrick!

2007-02-13T19:34:00.000+08:00

I Got My New Passport

2007-02-03T13:46:00.000+08:00

My freshly new passport arrived last January 31. Delivered right into our doorstep. I applied personally in DFA 20th of January to have it renewed since it will be expiring on July 3rd of this year.

Let me share you a little mishap on my way to DFA. We were in my in-laws in Caloocan that day, so DFA are just a couple of LRT stations away. I decided to go alone since it won't require long hours and taxing travel. I told Honey I wanna go by myself and they (Jett & Honey) can't come with me coz I knew escorts are not allowed inside (we no longer leave Jett with nanny, we missed him right away, unless his sleeping, haha). He dissented of course, but I insisted, armed with a reason that "Hey, I'm only pregnant, not cripple." And after a long rebuttal of arguments (he-he), the harder headed pregnant woman won.

The train was packed, little did I know, the first coach is designated for pregnant women, elders, and parents with kids. I took the middle coach for ladies. Many people are on board and they keep on coming, little and little air is circulating. On Gil Puyat station, just before Libertad station where I will get off, I started feeling dizzy and losing oxygen. My sight suddenly darkened, and one minute, I feel like I'm fainting. I prayed right away "Oh Lord, please don't let this happen to me. I don't wanna make a scene here, please let me reach my destination in my conscious." And thank God, just before the train make it in Liberatad station, I managed to put myself back together, and my breathing was normalized. As I disembarked the train, I texted Honey right away and told him what happened, and well, as expected, innumerous "I told you so's" were accepted.

Just the same, I still completed my task renewing my passport. I was in DFA for 2 hours. Thanks to a more organize and systematic procedure implemented. I only paid minimal extra charge for the delivery of my passport here in Marilao.

On my way home, I took again the LRT, but this time, I was on the first coach. Then I came to realized, I may not be a cripple, but I'm now sitting beside these special people who needs special treatment. Hmmm... am I in any way differs???

Note. Im really disgusted with my current passport picture. I had it done in a photo shop in SM. The photographer asked me to remove my accessories and jewelries. I asked her, "even the earrings???" coz I remember, I had my earrings and necklace on my previous passport. She said, "Yes". And when she was about to push that shutter, she then asked me not to show my teeth. I frowned, and said, "Why not? You mean to say, I'll be using my passport in 5 years showing my unnatural smile? Huh!". She apologized, and told me that, those are the newest policies. I was left with no choice, but to smile like an idiot. Only to find out, that jewelries and good smiles are allowable, as long as you're in collar attire. Hmp!

Happy Fiesta to San Pablo, Laguna!

2007-01-27T17:34:00.000+08:00

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Doctor: "90% b-o-y'!

2007-01-26T18:04:00.000+08:00

I supposedly have a 4-D ultrasound in St. Lukes, but the schedule for 4-D scanning was packed. And besides, they only perform the said ultrasound for 7month-old tummy. And since I'm way far from 7 months, I was re-sked.

But we were much excited to know the gender of the baby as early as now, so off we went to the nearest hospital, which is the Nazarenus College Foundation Hospital in Meycauayan, in front of SM Marilao. With Jett and Honey inside the ultrasound room to share the first glimpse, I had a pelvic sonograph.

As everbody knows, we were expecting a "baby princess" ... in fact, Jett refers to my tummy as "baby sister". But the ultrasound and the sonographer said, "I don't wanna make a comment at this early stage, coz I don't wanna go wrong, but the ultrasound showed a penis and two balls, so it is 90% boy."

I wanna burst into tears at that moment, agitating with what I was seeing at the monitor. Well, I really wanted it to be a "girl" (hu-hu-hu!). Up to now, I am still in the state of denial, hoping that the next ultrasound will change something. A 10% twist of fate.

Sigh! Anyway ... another good looking lad like my Jett ... will be good enough .... but I think of any names yet until my next scan :) ... who knows? ....

Jett @ 37 Months

2007-01-25T13:05:00.000+08:00

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A Decade to Lay & Gerald!

2007-01-18T11:30:00.000+08:00

Cheers to 10th Year of married life to my sister-in-law Lay and her husband Gerald Gador! The kids surely had fun in the water!

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