Journey to Motherhood

Sunday Musings

2025-08-10T12:59:00.000-07:00

Where has life taken me as a mom? It's been years since I posted on this blog, as life became so busy. My girls are growing up so fast. I now have an 8th grader and a junior in high school. So many things have happened, yet motherhood remains constant. The girls are discovering and shaping their own identities, but I continue to be the support and the arms they can run to when they need it.

There isn't much to do today, which is why I'm writing in this blog. My Fifi has her friend over for a sleepover. She calls him her "bestie." Bestie is actually a female, but prefers to be addressed as "he," and I respect that.

This is Fi's very first time having a friend sleep over at our house. Fi has been to her bestie's house for sleepovers several times already; in fact, he's the only friend she has ever had a sleepover with. They've been schoolmates since fourth grade, but last year, bestie's parents decided to homeschool him. I'm just grateful that Fi's friendship with J continued even after he left school. Playing online games is their way of bonding. They invite each other to their birthdays and share most interests: Vocaloid, anime, FNAF, online games (of course), and Japanese music, and probably more that I don't even know about.

Fi's big sister, E, also plays with them online. It's nice to know that all three of them get along so well. One of E's friends also plays online games with them, so all four kids know each other. Right now, they are all in the room playing again. They just finished lunch and are back to their usual bonding. I can hear them talk and laugh—it's music to my ears.

I want to write more in this blog. I missed documenting so many memories that have gone by. It's time to rededicate my time to what matters most.

My Little Pony Birthday Tea Party

2024-03-17T11:47:00.000-07:00

My daughter wanted a My Little Pony theme for her birthday party and we decided to add a touch. We will make it a MLP birthday tea party!

I am sharing pictures of her party decorations and such. Hope this will help a mom get ideas when the little one wants MLP theme. I got most ideas on Pinterest and adding some twist to it.

Used Cricut machine to cut all the details of the sign. I am a crafter and I love doing things like this! Instead of the word "party," I used "partea" to go along with the "tea party theme."

Got these colorful milk bottles at Michaels when they were on sale. For a change (I usually use bags to put favors in), I used these beauties to put the birthday goodies for the guests. I thought these are perfect for summer drinks, specially if you live in Arizona where temperature could go up to a 115°. Besides, the vibrant colors of these bottles match our theme, so I went for it. I embellished each one with tulle pom-poms and a thank you tag. I decided to include just one type of candy. As a mom, I feel guilty giving kids a lot of candies for favors specially that we also serve candies in the party. The goodies I included were chocolate balls in pastel colors, agave nectar sticks (Sprouts has honey), and sachets of Kool-aid (sugar overload, I know!)

We had two activity stations to keep the party guests busy. One is "Rainbow Dash's Hooves Painting Salon" and "Make Your Own Elements of Harmony Bracelet."

Awards

2016-05-16T20:41:00.000-07:00

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona Review

2016-04-27T09:09:00.001-07:00

If you live in Arizona and have kids who are crazy about LEGOs, they probably are itching to go to the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Arizona Mills. As a parent, of course you want your kids to experience and have fun on this newly opened place. At the same time, you're mostly wondering about the cost ($22/person for a one day pass) and its worth.

The link below is a review I want to share that my husband wrote. This review provides pictures of what you will see inside and things you and your kids can do. Hopefully this will help you decide whether to get a one-day pass or an annual pass.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona Review

Mother's Day Tea

2016-04-19T10:13:00.000-07:00

My daughter's teacher hosted quite a fancy Mother's Day Tea in their school last week. She created and sent each mom in her class a pretty, cut-out teapot invitation. A request to wear our favorite tea party hats was a nice touch to make the party fun, special, and fanciful!

When I arrived at the venue, I was greeted with chit-chatting, pretty moms wearing their elaborate hats. Couldn't help but smile and felt so special when my eyes grasp the fabulous table setting, filled with fancy tea pots, cups, plates, and flowers.

The buffet table was brimming with delectable, sweet and savory finger foods, and thirst-quencher lemonade, donated mostly by the parents.

Moms had a little bit of hobnobbing with each other while waiting for the kids. The room became quiet when one after the other, our first graders walked into the room in line. They immediately proceeded to the stage and performed a short, yet heart-melting program for the moms. My favorite part was when each student came forward and tell everybody the reason why he/she loves his/her mom.

Refreshment for everybody followed after the program. A beautiful sight to see moms and kids spending time with each other in one room to honor the beauty of motherhood.

Ms. Fredette on the right, wearing all white.

The effort my daughter's teacher put into all of what was prepared was very touching. It looked like, she's the only teacher in their school doing it. How cool and admirable that kind of teacher is? I give all my commendation and salute to Ms. Fredette! Job well done!

Disneyland Family Vacation 2016

2016-04-05T17:06:00.000-07:00

We are so blessed and privileged to visit and enjoy the "happiest place on earth--" Disneyland! It was a family affair like no other. Along with us were my husband's brother's family, and my father-in-law.

Too excited to go to the place they don't know where.

The little one woke up past three in the morning (not late, huh?), while her Ate woke up an hour later. The reminder the night before the big day worked!

Excitement makes you wake up early, now you're ready to go back to bed :)

The girls didn't have a clue where we're going. The older one already had some hints few days earlier. She was able to confirm that the place she guessed was right when we were already at the airport. Questions from people at the airport about the destination confirmed her suspicion. Her lips just spread so wide, her eyes stretched to the sides, then lit up!

Princess in between.

Cousin Marcus, Evie, and Grandpa sitting behind us.

Going to Disneyland by air was more of a breeze than traveling by land. The ride from Phoenix Skyharbor International Airport to John Wayne Airport only took less than an hour. Doing all the security process in the airport took longer than the flying.

DAY 1 (March 13, 2016 - Sunday)

The family stayed at the Desert Palms Hotel & Resort. It's a hiking distance to the Park. However, we opted to use the shuttle going to and fro. After all the walking and waiting in line at Disneyland, the shuttle was a practical choice.

Right after we got to our hotel, we proceeded immediately to Mickey Mouse's place. First thing we had to do after we got inside was find a place to eat lunch. Everyone was hungry and had hotdogs! The pulled pork hot dog was actually yum! Glad I decided to go for it than just the regular, boring hotdog.

First stop ride was Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. I remember the girls didn't like this ride at Disneyworld because it's dark and noisy. But that was 2 years ago, things have changed. This time, it was a fun experience. We got "fast pass" for Star Tours which made me nauseous, I didn't go back the second time around. Other rides we did were Storybook Land Canal Boats, King Arthur Carousel, Alice in Wonderland, and Mad Tea Party. We still have a long day to go, but Evie was physically (and probably mentally/emotionally) miserable. She complained about her tummy and ear hurt. She was crying, ready to go back to the hotel despite the temptations of amusing rides. Her comfort and well-being are more important than any fun rides the Park offers. So, the four of us went back to the hotel.

Marcus & Evie sitting in front of the boat @the Storybook Land Canal Boat ride.

Fi & Grandpa conversing on the boat ride.

The girls with cousin and Daddy on the Mad Tea Party ride.

Shower makes miracles! Evie took the time she needed in the warm shower. Alas! She was all better right after the long shower. The reasons we could think of why she was miserable were:

Too tired. She got up so early, was not able to take a nap on the plane as she needed.
Too overwhelmed by everything that was going on in the Park (crowd, countless rides, walking, waiting, etc..)
Nauseated, probably because while on the plane, she was too focused on watching/playing a game on the iPad.
Earache was very likely caused by air pressure from flying. We forgot to remind her to yawn frequently while on air.

DAY 2 (March 14, 2016 - Monday)
Off to the Disneyland California Adventure Park on day two! Not as crowded as Main Disneyland, a big plus. Wahoooo!!!

The girls wore their Frozen Fever costumes: Evie as Queen Elsa and Fi as Princess Anna. Those gleaming eyes we see as they get ahold of their admission ticket to the park was priceless.

Fi was not in her best physically. She was running a low-grade fever, we brought with us fever relief medicine. We looked for a jacket to keep her warm from the cool temp and found a zip up hoodie from one of the shops. Hefty price tag was anticipated, but I was totally disappointed of how low the quality is of their merchandise. I honestly did not expect a "Walmart-quality" Disneyland jacket. No choice for something that was needed.

Princess in disguise.

Will somebody discover her identity? Nobody did :)

I took her back to the hotel few hours later to get a nap. However, she refused to doze when we got in our room. Went back to the park in the afternoon. She was feeling much better and more active.

@ the bus stop waiting for our shuttle on our way back to the Park after a good rest.

RIDES

The Thrill of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

The most talked about ride of all -- Tower of Terror. Evie hated it so much. Funny how she talked all day long (even until days after) about how she disliked the ride. I DO NOT LIKE it either. Don't think any in our company enjoyed being dropped on a dark elevator, several number of stories high. Shrieks was all we heard :)

Her personal choice of dessert: Mickey Mouse cookie!

The three mouseketeers exploring.

Felicia Meets Minnie Mouse

Eyes barely open, legs flailing from her Grandpa's shoulders, Fi was determined to stop walking on her own. The day was long, until her eyes captured a very familiar face that she adores -- Minnie Mouse! Oh how those eyes sparkled, her dimples unceasingly showed off. All of a sudden she forgot she was exhausted. Minnie Mouse is indeed a toddler energy booster. Felicia threw bitty bunny hops as Minnie gave this tot her full attention. Mickey's girlfriend was lavished with hugs and kisses on the nose. My little one couldn't get enough of her. The magical encounter was the highlight of her day.

Face to face moment with Minnie is heart pounding :)

Blurry snap shot, but the action says it all.

Not one but several kisses on the nose for Minnie.

DAY 3 (March 15, 2016) BACK TO THE MAINLAND

The gang is back at Disneyland! Theme of the day for my two younglings is Star Wars. Evie dressed up as Rey, Felicia in her classic Princess Leia hair buns and sporting a Padme bodysuit.She's so cute in her hair, people couldn't get enough of their "oooohs" and "aaaaahs." For a toddler with energy like an Energizer Bunny, I had to fix her hair a few times.

Evie Meets Stormtrooper

Disneyland Stormtroopers are elusive. They do not stop at every request for a photo huddle. They will when they want to. But they succumb to "the force" of our own Rey. The force was so strong in her, one Stormtrooper stopped and called her attention. "Hey you!" he hollered in his spacey voice. Oh yeah, the young Padawan's trick worked! :)

The force is strong in you, young Padawan!

Young Padawan had a melt down.

Cousins enjoying their time together.

Getting a Mickey hat souvenir.

Playing games with Grampa while waiting for our flight back home.

Even Superheroes Get Bored

2016-04-04T20:40:00.005-07:00

And the Winner is...

2016-03-29T12:22:00.001-07:00

Photo credit to Quiet Time Ministries

My morning starts with a great news straight from my inbox. Subject of the email says, "Winner." My suspicious mind tells me, "Here's another bait from scumbags!" But lo and behold, my mouth hangs open as I read the message at least three times, until I convince myself it's not a scam. A COMPEL Training staff informs me that I am the winner of the book myPhotoWalk - Quiet Time Moments by Catherine Martin! Oh, heaven rejoices with me! I ask myself several times, "Why me?" Of all the entries in the contest, why did I win instead of another girl who joined? I could not remember the time I won something out of random choice. I always thought of myself as somebody who never gets a slight chance of luck when it comes to contest such as this. However, I know something that happened the day I entered the contest. A simple, yet powerful gesture of faith: I claimed the book to myself. It was effortless. I did not pound my chest to God to give me what I want. I simply entitled myself to possess the book with faith in the name of Jesus. Then I stepped back and let Him do the work according to the faith I poured out.

I am reminded time and again that the word "luck" does not reside in the dictionary of my Father God. I am not lucky. I am BLESSED!

My Father has His own reason why of all the names randomly selected to get the book, He specially handpicked mine. He is sending me a message. He knows how I love writing and photography. He planted it in me. I should not be surprised of what He knows about me. After all, He is my Father. Yet, obvious divine intervention like this helps open my eyes to the reality of how much He thinks and plans my future. I can only pray for help to do His will for my life.

Girls' Easter Photo Shoot 2016

2016-03-27T22:10:00.001-07:00

I love to dress up my girls in elegant, pretty dresses every Easter. Last year, I made them headdresses brimming with lovely colors of spring flowers. This year, I decided to make floral crowns again and loved it. Thinking of creating the accessory every Easter until they say, "All done!" :)

Taking pictures of my girls in their fancy Easter dresses is something I enjoy doing. I take pictures until they start to get tired of doing what I ask them to do :) Here are some of the photos I took of them today at our church:

I Am a Jesus Girl

2016-03-23T17:16:00.000-07:00

How to Fix the Sound of Sofia the First Digital Puppet Book in Your iPad

2016-03-07T15:37:00.002-08:00

Because you are reading this blog, I presume that you are either a mom or a dad looking for a solution to fix a bug of the Sofia the First Digital Book app in your iPad. All of a sudden the sound of the app stopped working. How disappointing, specially for your little Sofia fan. Like you, it took me so long to figure out what was going on. The sound of the app ceased to work 2 years ago. I didn't bother to uninstall and reinstall the app. I did not want to lose all the files that my older daughter recorded (successfully with sound) -- for sentimental reasons. I delight listening to her cute, innocent 3-year old voice. She too likes to watch and listen to her recording.

Time came when my younger daughter found interest in playing the app. My poor Fi, she had to deal with mute puppets. I felt bad for her. At the same time, I did not want to uninstall the app. Wondering if I would be able to keep the recorded files, I contacted Disney's customer service. Same thing I already knew was suggested -- uninstall and reinstall the Sofia the First app. Unfortunately, doing the process will not make me save the files. I will lose them forever. I did not want to do that. So the girls kept playing the app with puppets that cannot talk.

One day, my 3 year old decided to play the app. While playing, she informed me that she deleted all the files. Imagine the horror I felt. I just put both of my hands on my face. She got so upset of how I reacted, she cried and was sobbing like her heart was going to break into pieces. I felt guilty. Why get upset at something special the older one created, and at the same time break the heart of the other one? I realized, hey, we have a lot of videos of the older sister when she was little. I can always watch and listen to those videos. I hugged my little one so tight and told her how much I love her. She is more special and important than any material thing.

No choice this time, I uninstall and reinstall the app. Disappointments of all disappointments, the fix did not solve the problem, until my husband mentioned something about another app with the same problem. When I figured out what the problem was, me and my little one were ecstatic. Oh how small little things make you wiggle and dance!

So, the most awaited one of all -- the steps on how to bring back the sound of Sofia the First Digital Book app in your iPad. Follow these easy, simple steps to fix the bug:

Go to settings.
On the left side, scroll down to the Sofia the First app.
When you get there, you will see texts that says, "Allow Sofia the First to access to--"
At the bottom of the texts you will see the microphone. If the color of the microphone is gray (which means off), press to turn it on (change to green color).
Your little one is ready to record with puppets that actually makes sound!

Hope this solution helps you. I can already see in my mind, one little princess all smiling doing her own puppet show :)

All-Natural (No-Added Sugar) Fruit Smoothie for Kids

2016-03-04T17:35:00.001-08:00

Bubble Gum Fruit Smoothie -- my girls' favorite!

My kids love smoothie. Everytime I announce that I am going to make smoothie, it is like a special celebration to them. I don't know why. Makes me wonder if most (if not all) kids have the same reaction.

Adding sugar in a home-made smoothie is a no-no to me. I always try to make all-natural, no-added sugar smoothie. If the smoothie is not sweet enough to their taste, I use all-natural ingredients like raw honey or fresh apple juice.

Fresh Orange Juice as Base

Fresh orange juice is my favorite base for most of the smoothies I make for the kids. Fresh apple juice is second. Orange are quite cheap during orange season. So, it is best to stock them. I know what you are thinking. They go bad if you stock too much.

Well, I just realized that I can freeze fresh orange juice. This idea just popped into mind when I got tired of juicing them everyday for smoothie. I asked myself, "Why not freeze 'em?" What splendid idea it was! Saves me a lot of time each morning, doing my kitchen playtime.

You might ask, if I also freeze fresh apple juice. Honestly, I have not tried yet. Because I don't use it a lot, I did not think of freezing apple juice. I usually just add fresh apple juice in smoothies to sweeten the cold treat.

Taste Like Bubble Gum Smoothie

Ever heard of a bubble gum flavored smoothie? Actually, I just heard it from my girls. That is how they describe the flavor of their favorite smoothie. So, what's in the smoothie that tastes like bubble gum?

There's 4 main ingredient:

orange juice
blueberries
strawberries
bananas

They both love different flavors of the all-fruit smoothies I make, but the "bubble gum smoothie" is their most favorite.

All of the ingredients I used to make smoothies are frozen. I forgot to mention that I thaw the orange juice (take them out from the freezer and move to the fridge overnight) before using it. Otherwise, my blender will not do the work that it's suppose to.

Additional Smoothie Ingredients

There are a few in my list of healthy ingredients that I add to smoothies.

chia seeds - rich in protein, omega 3, fiber, calcium, and antioxidant
peanut butter - packed with protein, enhances flavor when making banana smoothie
raw honey - loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, known for antibacterial and antimicrobial properties
cinnamon - well-known for so many health benefits like diabetes, heart disease, weight loss, and more

How to Make Creamy Smoothie

I like my smoothie creamy and so are my kids. Normally, if the smoothie I make has the consistency that I want by just using all-fruit ingredients, I leave it just like that. However, if the consistency is still thick, I add a non-dairy ingredient to get the right consistency, which actually makes the smoothie creamy. That ingredient is --- soy milk or almond milk. My older daughter is allergic to anything dairy, so, we always have a stock of soy milk or almond milk in the fridge.

All-natural, no added sugar fruit smoothie for my kids (for Dada and Mama too) are always the best! It's not only delicious, but most importantly, it's healthy!

Picky Eater? Try This Simple 3-Ingredient Healthy Snack

2016-03-01T20:07:00.002-08:00

My mother-in-law tagged me on Facebook a video link of this very simple, yet healthy snack that only requires 3 ingredients. These ingredients are surely found in your pantry. All you need are cheerios, honey, and peanut butter. This easy and fast-to-make recipe is very yummy, any picky eater would grab a couple or more.

I did not waste my time, I made it the night I saw the video. Less than 5 minutes, and I was done! Both of my girls love this peanut butter cereal bites. These sweet goodies are not only easy to make, but most importantly, they're not junk!

Here's the video on how to make these tasty treats!

Review: Yoplait Plenti Oatmeal Meets Greek Yogurt Peach

2016-02-25T12:05:00.004-08:00

Heard of Yoplait's newest yogurt line called Plenti? Well, I was able to try two of their newest Plenti flavors. Wouldn't know this latest yogurt twist without the tasting sample at Walmart during one of our grocery trips. That marketing really works! It convinced us to grab a few to try.

Plenti Oatmeal Meets Greek Yogurt (Peach) offers a great addition of healthier ingredient. The name attached to this new line says it all. OATMEAL. Adding whole grain oats to Greek yogurt not only makes it better (health-wise), but it also provides me a different way of enjoying every taste because of the nice texture that the oatmeal offers. If you love texture in your food, Plenti is definitely a must try. The other Plenti brand to try is their yogurt mixed with oats, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds. The taste is still the same like the regular fruit-flavored Greek yogurt, just healthier with a touch of nice texture for more enjoyable feast. A whole 5.5oz cup of Plenti has 180 calories which for me is ideal for a mid-afternoon snack.

This Yoplait's Greek yogurt reinvention is worth a try. For $1.15 (+tax) a cup, you will get a good share of healthy breakfast or snack! I will surely get more until I get bored of eating the same stuff :)

Book Reading: Fancy Nancy, Just My Luck

2016-02-25T10:19:00.000-08:00

My 3 year old asked me to read to her the Fancy Nancy: Just My Luck! (I Can Read Level 1) book last night. They were about to go to sleep when she asked me to read it to her, so I promised to read the Fancy Nancy book today. As promised, today, I read to her this wonderful book! Enjoy this video I took while reading the book with my book-lover toddler :)

To get a copy of this Fancy Nancy book for your little one, just click the image below. Happy reading! :)

Hi, I am Rey

2016-02-23T15:27:00.002-08:00

"Physically I am here. Mentally, I'm in a galaxy far, far away..."

Both of my girls love the character of Rey from Star Wars The Force Awakens. Last Saturday, they came across a X-Wing pilot helmet at Goodwill for $0.50 (yay for 50% off Saturday). Exactly looks like what Rey put on her head, sitting outside a fallen AT-AT, eating her ration.

Well today, my 3-year old wanted to resemble that scene wearing the helmet. So here she is, in her own expression of the character.

Girl Power Skirts

2015-07-18T23:50:00.000-07:00

"There is a superhero in all of us. We just need the courage to put on our cape."

For $2.50 (+tax), I was able to make my girls superhero skirts, featuring DC's girl powers: Batgirl, Super Girl, and Wonder Woman! Bought the fabric at Walmart. I believe this fabric is also available at Joann. Waist and hem are taken from my scrap fabrics. Back of the skirts are stretchable with 1" elastic. This is a very simple rectangle shape pattern and gathered according to their size.

Fi loves the small pocket on the left side of her skirt. She loves it so much that she fills it with rocks she collected from our front yard. She does not like a lot of lace or ruffles on her skirt, but I managed to put a small piece of lace on the pocket and she's never bothered with it. :)

With Evie, I embellished the front waistline with 2 1/2 wide of fabric strap and form it into a bow.

Light Rail & Splash Pad Saturdate

2015-07-18T22:52:00.002-07:00

Took the girls to the Tempe Beach Park splash pad, with a twist. Instead of driving the car to the destination, we decided to take the light rail. Fi was very little (infant) on her first light rail ride to the same place. This time, she gets to enjoy the whole experience.

The girls both love the train ride. The excitement on their faces are so priceless. Evie asked if we were on a diesel train (like the one on Thomas & Friends). One day, we will let them ride on "real" train, God willing. I am sure the girls will be very happy.

Fi can't keep off her eyes on the window. She pointed so many things she sees. Everytime the train stops, she yells, "let's go train!"

Content.

Running around the pole.

It is a great day at the splash pad! The temperature takes our side. It is under 100 degrees and is breezy. Good thing we get there around 3. There isn't much people anymore. If we got there earlier, the water park is probably packed.

Evie & other kids enjoying the water from the bucket.

Evie's favorite is the bucket that dumps water. She keeps going back here. Fi tries a couple times, and is more comfortable messing with other water play. Evie keeps convincing her to go and try the slide, but fails.

Having fun at the dumping bucket.

Waiting for the train back to where we parked.

It's a beautiful day for everyone. Girls are tired, but have an awesome time on the train and cooling off at the splash pad. Fi didn't want to say goodbye to the train when we got off. She says she will ride the train again. Yes she will. We will.

God is awesome!

A Morning With Daddy

2015-07-10T15:51:00.000-07:00

I came out from the bedroom this morning with this beautiful sight on the couch. Who couldn't be grateful of such amazing blessings from my Father? I am truly blessed and abundantly loved by my Creator.

Patriotic 4th Of July DIY Sundresses For My Girls

2015-07-09T18:44:00.001-07:00

This year's 4th of July, I decided to sew my girls their patriotic dresses to wear for the occasion. These sundresses are very simple to sew with no patterns required. Bought the fabric at our local Walmart for $4.97/yard. Laces are free which my in-laws gave from their storage locker stash.

I used 1 1/4 yards of cloth for both of the girls' dresses. Bottoms of dresses are both shirred. Sleeves of the big sister are also shirred with lace underneath. The little one has simple knot straps. I made flowers of of the lace and fabric to embellish the dresses and headband. Blue flower on the little girl's is ready made.

Sorry, but I do not have a detailed tutorial for these dresses. I was to lazy to take pictures of the process. I will try next time if I don't feel lazy.

My Not-Picky Eater

2015-07-08T15:22:00.001-07:00

If some moms complain about their kids to be picky eaters, I am not so with my three year old. Fi eats almost anything and everything -- from the earthy taste of mushrooms to sumptuous desserts. This girl always surprises me when it comes to eating. The other night we had green salad with homemade red wine vinaigrette. I asked if she wanted salad and without hesitation gave me a positive answer.The vinaigrette has a strong flavor of minced garlic, so I decided to give her ranch dressing. She ate all of her salad and yet kept asking her dad to feed her of the salad in vinaigrette. To my amazement, she liked the homemade dressing and demanded to have more! I just smiled with such gratefulness in my heart that I have a toddler whose eating is never a problem.

Of course there's food that she doesn't like to eat. She does not like avocado and black olives. So far, these are the two kinds of food she refused to eat.

For lunch today she had fish sticks, tater tots, mangoes, pulled pork, and green salad.

DIY Star Wars Rebels Sundress For My SW Fan

2015-07-07T22:51:00.000-07:00

So today, I decided to continue my newest addiction: sewing (simple) dresses for my girls. Unfortunately, the little sister does not like to wear dresses. But I thought, she might wear a dress with her favorite movie/TV show characters on the cloth. I grabbed the Star Wars Rebels fabric I got from our Joann local store and was hoping that she will wear it.

Very simple halter sundress is what I sewed for her. I embellished the hem with yellow lace and made a flower out of the same lace and hand sew it on the center. The lace make it look a little fancy.

The total yardage of fabric I used for this dress is 1 1/4. Hemline is gathered using two strips of 3" x 90" of the same fabric. Halter tie measures 2" x 90." I use 1/4" elastic on the top.

Thankfully, she wore the dress! But... it didn't stay long (sigh). I asked if she will wear a dress with her favorite characters in it, she gave me a naughty smile and said "yes." Therefore, more character dresses for my little tomboy. :)

Fi Turns 3

2015-06-05T20:57:00.001-07:00

Our Felicia turns 3! Three years have flown by so quickly. The once toothless girl is now full of silliness, goofiness, and everything that makes us laugh. I call her the "sunshine" of our home. Simply because she fills our home with laughter.

She woke up this morning calling, "Oh Mama!" But daddy hurriedly ran to the bedroom and picked her up :) She got surprises of presents and balloons from daddy.

Mama baked her cinnamon rolls for breakfast. It's her personal choice for her birthday breakfast.

I made her Star Wars cupcakes (designs courtesy of Pinterest). Star Wars will be her birthday party theme. I thought she will choose R2-D2, but surprisingly, she chose Princess Leia, and later munched Darth Vader. Overall she had an awesome birthday!!! :)

Star Wars Crochet Hats Made With Love From The Philippines

2015-06-03T19:35:00.004-07:00

So shock (yup, not just surprise) that the Star Wars and Patriotic crochet hats I ordered from a friend, Fe, in the Philippines arrived today. She mailed it on Monday and arrives Wednesday! There's two Padawans in the house that are so happy trying and wearing them.

I ordered R2-D2 hat for Felicia. She can wear it on her birthday (if she wants to) to complete her R2-D2 dress that I made for her. This R2 hat is so cute, the buttons look real :) The fit is just perfect for her.

Stormtrooper (supposed to be) for Evie. However, the size is too big, it would look like a helmet. Fe told me about the size. It will therefore be for me or for hubby. But Evie still likes it a lot, she wants to wear it.

I ordered patriotic hats for us three girls. Perfect for the 4th of July. Everytime Fi sees the colors of the flag, she always sings "Three Cheers For The Red, White, and Blue." These hats will keep her singing.

Fe sent a bonus Minnie Mouse hat! It is so cute and fits perfect on Fi (Evie too)! Love, love, love all of her works! Will order more! I love the fact that we have something that are made from the Philippines! :)

Graduating With Flying Colors

2015-05-21T19:10:00.002-07:00

Evie in her graduate robe and cap.

Today, we hit another milestone. Our Evie graduated in kindergarten. Where has

time flown? She used to be just a teeny-weeny baby, oblivious of what was going

on around her. But now, she just achieved her introduction to the world of academics.

Well, not only did she survive her months in school, she also ends the school year

with flying colors. She's one of the few students in her class who received the Principal's Pride

Honor Roll certificate of excellence. Whoa! How would you feel if you were her parent?

I am so proud of her. She worked so hard and right at the end, she earned and reaped the fruit of her labor.

The graduation ceremony was full of joy. All kids in both classes did awesome job

with their little presentation of singing.

Evie will surely miss all her friends in school and her teachers. At the same time, she
looks forward for a time off with academic stuff.

We later took her for some treats. Her daddy let her choose a toy at Toys R Us,
have two rides in the carousel, and get some ice cream.

I will have my little one with
me 24/7 again until she goes back to school as a first grader.

God has been so awesome and good to us. He kept Evie safe all the time while
she's in school, helped her with the things that she needed, protected
her heart and mind, gave her a wonderful experience with other
kids, teachers and staff. To Him I give all my praise! To Him be all
the glory! I am so sure, He's the proudest of His little one named
Evie.