My Everyday Life

With Cousin Suzanne

2012-02-21T02:50:00.000+08:00

Old Friends

2012-02-21T02:13:00.000+08:00

Ethan's First Eid Prayer

2011-08-30T22:00:00.088+08:00

August 30, 2011... The rose-pink light of dawn appeared and we were all awake and busy preparing for the Eid Prayer. Everybody was excited for the holiday. Ethan was agitated and kept on looking for his dress to wear. Luckily, I already prepared it on the eve of the event. The toub (a long white long-sleeved dress just above the ankle usually worn by Arab men and young kids) was given to me by my sister-in-law. I was surprised as if it was fitted for him. There was only one missing, his kufiya (a traditional headdress worn by male muslims). I wasn't able to find one for him.

Looking at him in his dress, I felt blissful, Alhamdulillah! I just couldn't help imagining Ethan reading Qur'an or doing Adhan (Islamic call to prayer). I suddenly remembered something. It was a promise to ALLAH. As a born Islam, it is my obligation to guide my son through Islam. Bluntly speaking, I know this is very hard for me for I, myself, have flaws too. But I don't lose hope. I know my family & my faith will help me & my son.

ALLAH, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful, guide me always and help me raise my son through Your way. To my family, friends and my bes who never fail to support me: thanks for everything. You're all my strength. To Ethan: InshaALLAH this Eid Prayer will never be your first and last. I will keep my promise to ALLAH, that I will lead you through Islam until my last breath, InshaALLAH. I love you.

Eid Mubarak!

2011-08-30T01:20:00.003+08:00

Ramadan has ended so soon. It's just like it happened in a day. Today every muslim is preparing for the BIG day. My family is planning to do thanksgiving after the Eid Prayer. We will be preparing bihon, chicken adobo and some salads or sweets. Eid is the most celebrated day for muslims. For me, it can be compared to a New Year's Eve. A takbir was done after moon-sighting, a sign that Ramadan has finished.

Eid Mubarak to one and all. Pray for peace, love and prosperity.

New Page: Guestbook

2011-08-29T15:11:00.000+08:00

Right click & hit "Open link to new tab" to view larger image.

Hi. I just added a new page: My Guestbook, where you can leave your message everytime you visit my page. I have added it coz I received comments thru FB that my visitors can not leave their comments, my page is prompting them to sign in with their gmail account to comment and others don't have it. So I googled a guestbook to embed in my page and I found Embedded Guestbook where I can customize my own guestbook. Thanks to them.

Now you can leave your messages whenever you visit My Everyday Life. Just hit My Guestbook and you will be redirected to the page. You are always welcome to say anything but please no spam comments (winks). Happy reading!

Ethan's Trip to Grotto

2011-08-27T22:00:00.007+08:00

It was a sunny afternoon and we decided to go to Grotto. Ethan was so excited. His eyes wide-opened when we entered the mini zoo. He ran all the way to see all the caged animals and kept on asking: "Ano yan, Tita Baleng?" pointing to each creature. He was then answered back by his Tita Baleng patiently. I never saw him scared looking at them. He even said "Hi!" to a crocodile (laughs). He played along with his cousins after sated looking at all the animals. He really enjoyed the trip.

The Grotto is a quiet sedate nature. There are spots which are good place for meditation. When I was there, I somehow felt relieved with all the stress I had for the last few weeks, tired or working. I was at ease and comforted by the solemness of the place.

We went home before sundown. Leaving the place with a promise to come back to relish once again the tranquility of the Grotto.

Brunch @ Greenwich With Bes

2011-08-19T14:21:00.008+08:00

I had brunch with Bes at Greenwich. We had these Philly Cheese Steak Pizza, Lasagna with Garlic Bread & Coke. The place was not congested. We really had "good talk" and laughed with each other.We talked about great stuff, plans in life and jokes (laughs). The food tasted great though we didn't finish it all. About the food, well, it was cheap and worth the deal. 50% OFF the total price. Great huh? I'm planning to have brunch in here again, maybe I'll take another deal: 2 Double Sized Pizzas (half-priced). With whom? Yes, with Bes again. This is our stuff: eating, obviously, great foods.

Timepice Aficionados: 53% OFF on 1 MOA Tropicana Watch

2011-08-16T23:46:00.002+08:00

Planning to go to Manila? Try to visit any UniSilver TIME branch and check out this MOA Tropicana Watch with a 3 -year warranty. These beautiful watches are originally priced at P1,895 each and with a voucher from Ensogo Philippines, you can avail 53% OFF on this (P899). These are designed to mirror one's strong, colorful and fast-paced lifestyle.You can wear it from office to bar or club. You can select from varieties of 12 colors and designs. Designs are from classy and sexy to playful and eye-catching colors.

These are well-made Japan movement watches and can remain undamaged in water up to 100m. Each color and design is limited to 100 pieces. So what are you waiting for? Go get these lovely watches and don't forget to visit Ensogo Philippines Website to check out on how to buy this voucher/deal at P899 ONLY! This deal is only in limited amount. Voucher is valid from August 22 to November 30, 2011.

Maldives Luxury Resorts

2011-08-15T21:10:00.005+08:00

Maldives is absolutely gorgeous and the most beautiful place on earth.
I've never been so fascinated with a view like this. A paradise that is so exceptional.
The Maldives (formerly called the Maldive Islands) were first settled in the 5th century B.C. by Buddhist seafarers from India and Sri Lanka. According to tradition, Islam was adopted in 1153. Originally, the islands were under the suzerainty of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). They came under British protection in 1887 and were a dependency of then-colony Ceylon until 1948.

An independence agreement with Britain was signed July 26, 1965. For centuries a sultanate, the islands adopted a republican form of government in 1952, but the sultanate was restored in 1954. In 1968, however, as the result of a referendum, a republic was again established in the recently independent country. Ibrahim Nasir, the authoritarian president since 1968, was removed from office and replaced by the more progressive Maumoon Abdul Gayoom in 1978. Gayoom was elected to a sixth five-year term in 2003.

Read more: Maldives: History, Geography, Government, and Culture.

Son of mine...

2011-08-09T01:30:00.003+08:00

Son of mine,

You are the most perfect moments of my entire life; moments of memories and sweet precious times. You are the sunlight that shines on the world and goodness that contains all the hopes of my universe. You are eyes that lovingly encourage me to see things the way you do, and I will always be grateful for the chance to share that view...

You are the miracle of a million things, all wrapped up in the present of one incredibly special person. You are a gift unlike any other; a treasure beyond the measure of any possible value; and an inspiration that surpasses the creation of every masterpiece, imagined or real.

You are the most wonderful joy there will ever be.

And you are so dearly loved... by me.

Always,

Mama

My Life & My Pride

2011-08-08T13:35:00.001+08:00

My son Ethan Guiller's selected pics. Some pics were taken with his Aunts Lady Fatima (Bai) & Sanah Raihanah (Pong). I made this video using Picasa. This is his first You Tube video.

Best Friends

2011-08-07T22:28:00.003+08:00

A BEST FRIEND

A best friend is always there,

whether you need advice,or a pep talk,

or even a shoulder to cry on.

A best friend listens with her heart

and is always honest with you,

even though the truth may not be

what you want to hear.

A best friend knows all your secrets,

understands your fears and shares your dreams.

A best friend never stops believing in you

even if you give up on yourself.

you are that kind of friend to me.

And no matter what happens,

you always will be.

You are my best friend....

my forever friend.

- Renee Duvall