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Moving is her Career

admin — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 04:13:52 +0000

Found my friend shopping for strapping tools online. When asked why, I learned that she’s moving houses. Again! It’s only five months ago since the left her last condo and now, she’s planning to move again. Luckily, it will be near our place so we’ll get to hang out more. She said she’s getting too old for condo living and would want her own porch so she can relax in the afternoon. As if she have time to relax! But anyway, I’m glad because her current condo is filled with students and yuppies that it tends to get loud at night. I just hope she’ll get to stay for at least a year at her new place this time around.

Rockstar Girls

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:30:50 +0000

I’m an expert on skipping events to blog. And this post is another evidence of that. However, I just love this photo so much that I just have to share it with you!

See these girls? These are the daughters of my online friends. We met about 5 years ago just by blog hopping and look at us now. Even our kids are now hanging out and having fun together! I just love it. We have playdates now too, not just coffee meet ups. And this coming November 27, we’ll have our annual early Christmas party to celebrate not just Christmas but our anniversary as online friends.

Rock on!

Photos taken from Sam and Migo’s party.

Future Driver, Not Me.

admin — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 18:22:22 +0000

One of the main reasons why I don’t like to drive is because of a lack of breakdown service here. I see a lot of people, not just women stranded in the middle of the road or worse, middle of nowhere just because help is never on the way. I’d rather pay money than be stranded with the kids and be clueless on what I should do. I’ve always believed in the goodness of people myself. That someone will always be willing to help but based from what I’ve seen lately, it’s a little scary when it’s night time and you have men surrounding your car offering their assistance. You just never now who you can trust. But I digress. I will TRY to learn how to drive. But to actually drive, I don’t think that’s something I can promise. No matter how many times that husband will nag on me about it.

Making Music

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 02:03:54 +0000

I got the perfect gift for the special person in my life. No, I can’t say who it is because he reads my blog but he’ll probably guess since the gift is a music production software. I’d love to get him an Apple Logic Studio which is a complete set of professional digital audio applications for writing, recording, editing, mixing, and performing your music. However, which is always the case, it’s just too expensive for me. The Cakewalk Sonar is half the price of Apple Logic so that would be a good option. Anyway, after thinking (or writing) about it, I’ll probably ask him directly which one he prefers as I have no idea which is the better software.

Cup of Coffee A Day

admin — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 01:47:35 +0000

It’s still too early to be researching about gusher pump. I haven’t had my daily dose of caffeine yet plus I couldn’t forget my bad dream that is relatively close to being a nightmare. Working is the last thing on my mind, let alone helping clients with their research when all they have to do is use Google. Pardon the mini-rant though. Like I said, I need coffee so bad. And I wouldn’t mind drinking something as creative as these:

Bravo, Varekai!

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 07:34:34 +0000

This is one of the coolest things that happened to me this year. I can still remember how numb my hands were because I couldn’t stop clapping. I even wanted to go on stage, give the acrobats a pat on the back one by one and giddily tell them how much I enjoyed their show. I wanted to shout GREAT JOB!!! on every act but I was afraid my husband and daughter will claim that they don’t know me.

But let’s be serious now. I’ve read plenty of reviews that Varekai in Manila is somehow a bit watered down (no pun intended) compared to their recent performances. I don’t care though because it’s still f#@$% amazing to me! I’ve always wanted to see a Cirque du Soleil show and although the ticket prices are too high, I had the convenient excuse of celebrating my birthday. And I’m so glad I did. I can’t believe I’ve ever been this happy – not including my wedding and giving birth to my girls. The Flight of Icarus almost brought tears to my eyes. The way he fell and how his feet resembled falling in slow motion. The sad music as he moves and twists his body inside the net. It seems you could feel his pain and fear when he lost his wings and suddenly find himself in a foreign land.

The first part was great but the 2nd part was purely magical. It’s all I can do not to jump on my seat and shout “OH MY OH MY OH MY!”

Sandy came with us and she loved the show too! She even got sad in the end knowing they are saying goodbye. She is now bugging me to get her a book about Icarus or research YouTube for more Varekai videos. Check out some of the videos here.

If you haven’t seen it, please do! You are giving yourself a huge favor.

Last Minute

admin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:24:38 +0000

After designing a banner ad for a ski rack, I feel like I need a break. However, I can’t rest now since Meg will be having her first birthday bash tomorrow. I need to finish printing the stubs, fixing the seat plans and other last-minute party preps so we don’t have to worry about them in the morning. There’s also the cake needing to be picked up and the games and music to be burned so I can give it to the party host tomorrow. Anyway, wish us luck! I’m really excited for Meg (who couldn’t care less) and Sandy (who I know will enjoy it more).

June 1st

admin — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 03:23:24 +0000

I know it’s been awhile since I blogged but as usual, work gets in the way. I’m in the middle of researching for used bar equipment but I decided I should write a post for my birthday month. And since I can’t do a long one, let me just blog bits and pieces on what’s going on with me.

As mentioned above, June is my birthday month and Meg’s too. Party preparation is in full mode. Only two more weeks to go !

Meg is so huge now. She’s not walking yet but she can stand on her own for a few seconds. She still cruises and crawls a lot. In fact, it’s her favorite way of moving around. She’s very fast for her weight. One minute, she’s dancing in the middle of the bed and then standing behind me, supporting herself with my chair or cabinet the next. She babbles, shouts and copies anyone that I’m wondering if she’ll be as chatty as her Ate.

Sandy, on the other hand is about to start school next week. I’m so excited for her yet a bit nervous too hoping she can make the 6AM travel and still have enough strength for her 7AM class. She loves her school now after seeing the video they presented during orientation. She also finished her summer ballet class and was supposed to join the recital. Except it’s going to be the same date as Meg’s party. We were really so torn at first but she was the one who said that it’s fine. Still, I know she was a bit disappointed so I need to make it up to her somehow.

Work is still amazing. I am thanking Him for continuously sending projects my day.

Health for the whole family including my parents could be better but I am still thankful that we are hanging there.

Have a great June month all of you!

Perfect Timing

admin — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:41:57 +0000

My cousin tried several home acne remedy before a big wedding and surprise, surprise! She is now regretting it. Turned out she’s allergic to one of the ingredients (not sure which one yet) so she now has patches of red all over her chin and forehead plus a few on her neck. I told her plenty of times never to try anything new a few days before anything big but did she listen? No! I know I learned this the hard way when I had my underarms waxed the day before my wedding! They were so red I couldn’t even wave my arms just in case someone sees them (TMI!). Luckily, she’s not the bride. Unfortunately, it’s on her face so no matter what she wears, save for a head cover and jackie-o glasses, everyone will be able to see the redness.

Beanie Hats For All

admin — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 08:27:04 +0000

Two of my friends asked a favor from me today. One is to help her compare healthcare job sites for her research at work while the other was to write about her new business – beanie hats. And since I’m all for fun these days, let’s start with this – Beanie Hats.

From their web site:
Are you a gal or guy looking for uniqueness. Somebody who wants to show his individuality… a cute way to express yourself by accessorizing your own person in the coolest and own unique way! Are you creative, smart and funny? Are you the life of the party, the crowd attention grabber? or you just like being you? Whatever it is, these beanies are for you. It comes in the various designs that has no limitations.

Beanie hats are hand-made beanies designed and created by my dear friend, Dolly. If you remember the Bad Badtz Maru hat that Sandy wore on one of the pictures, that one was a gift from her. She can do all sorts of designs so if you want something that is not in their web site or FB page, just email her or send her a text message for your own customized beanies. These are great as gifts or souvenirs to your kids’ parties!

Email: babydhalz@yahoo.com Cell:(0918)-9211656.