My Journey

The Importance of Having Quality Alone Time

2012-01-26T18:57:00.000+08:00

As people would say, motherhood is a 24/7 job and mothers are superheroes disguised in casual house clothes. From early in the morning until night time, most moms are busy: either juggling home and career life or focused on being a stay-at-home mom. You might wonder how they are able to do it and if they ever felt tired doing the same things every single day. Indeed motherhood is a calling that requires great patience and sacrifice.

But here’s the real deal: mothers don’t have super powers and they do get tired and exhausted too. Ever felt the need to just step back and not do the laundry? Or put those errands aside for a day and just have a good sleep? These feelings are pretty normal because moms need to rest and relax too. As a person, it is very important for anyone to spend some quality time alone. It allows you to focus on your well-being and have the time to ponder on some thoughts that you’ve been putting aside.

A "me time" last December...Actually preparing for the Bloggers Party...

Once a woman becomes a mother there’s that commitment to the family and it may take up most of your time but it also important to allocate some moment to be alone and have some “me time”. Never think of this as being selfish and feel guilty about it, the reality is that you really need to be alone sometimes in order to address your personal needs. It may be just for a few hours, a day or over the weekend, the duration of your personal time is not really essential, the important part is you are able to reconnect to yourself again.

Spend the day at a spa, get a massage or travel and escape the city life. Make sure to have activities planned out on how you want to spend your free time. Remember that this is very important in order to feel renewed and relaxed. Once you come back, you’ll have a new perspective and have the motivation to continue on your role as a wife and mother.

Ally is a freelance content writer that is passionate about reading and traveling. She believes on the importance of sharing positive news to readers and sees this as a means to help improve their lives.

Watching Live Concerts

2012-01-26T12:00:00.000+08:00

My husband and I have been talking about our previous experiences watching live concerts during our college days. How we so enjoyed it especially when our common favorite filipino rock band Eraserheads are the one playing on stage. Most of the time, concert goers went wild during the performance and it is a good thing that crowd control devices are available to keep everyone safe.

To be further kept apart from the crowd, we usually avail tickets near the stage which are only separated by a stanchions so watching the concerts becomes more exciting. Although ticket prices are a bit higher compared with the standard rate, it was okay because in that manner we get to enjoy the show and at the same time feeling a little safer near the front stage.

One thing I noticed during most concerts aside from the usual barricades, are the velvet rope which are installed in the event venue which in a way controls the crowd. I believe that utilizing equipment like the ones I saw in the concert generally keeps the event more organized.

A Treasured Friendship

2012-01-14T03:16:00.000+08:00

As I was looking for some photos and thinking of what to post in my blog, I have come across this pictures... a quick picture-taking with Flo during our momentous reunion after sixteen long years.

A treasure moment with my dearest friend...

I am so thankful that Flo took an effort to see me during her Davao Trip. There's a lot of stories to tell and a lot of old memories to remember but time didn't allow us to do so but what is important is we have finally saw each other after sixteen years. Yes, sixteen long years of not seeing each other but we have managed to keep our friendship intact.

I believe that there are friendship that lasts a lifetime and one of those is ours. I think no words can best describe our friendship but the title of this post. This is actually a borrowed phrase from Flo's blog post about this reunion. Thank you friend. Hope to see you again soon. I love you.

Thank you Sis Krizza for the First Comment...

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CDO Vacation: Lunch With My Bestfriends

2012-01-07T07:06:00.001+08:00

We arrived in Cagayan de Oro two days before Yoshi's birthday last November. My sister asked for my assistance in shopping some of the stuff for Yoshi's 2nd birthday celebration a day after our arrival. While doing some shopping, my best friend Lucille called me and decided to join us for lunch. I was overjoyed upon seeing her because it has been years since our last meeting.

Most of the party favors can be found somewhere in Cogon so we decided to meet at the nearby McDonald's in Ororama. Since my sister just tagged me along, it gives me an excuse not to shell out any penny for our lunch.Lol! I think the lunch was courtesy of them both... ;)

Me and my sister...

Don't you think she ordered too much?

My gorgeous best friends...Sis Allyn and Mareng Lucille...

We super enjoyed our time together catching up over lunch. Lucille and I have been friends since our first year in college in 1995. Try do the math so you'll know how many years we have been together as friends. We practically hang out everyday during college days and to save me some extra bucks for food, she would invite me to stay at their house for a few days. Her whole family have in fact became my second family in Cagayan de Oro.

The time with my best friends didn't end up after lunch because Lucille decided to come with us at home to spend some extra bonding time. We surely miss each other a lot! That afternoon, we talked about a lot of things from the past, the present, the future and everything we can think of. I find great joy seeing her happily married with the man she loves and being blessed with two lovely daughters who are consistently making them proud of their achievements in school.

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Adgitize Is Closing

2012-01-03T04:55:00.001+08:00

I was so shocked to see my Adgitize ads today stating that Adgitize is closing. I immediately checked and log in into my Adgitize account and I was just greeted by the post that says that indeed adgitize is closing. Adgitize have stopped showing ads since the 1st day of January this year. The announcement was made by Mr. Ken Brown last December 27, 2011. Adgitize's website will only serve its publishers and advertisers until the 31st of January 2012.

It saddens me to see Adgitize go because it really generates traffic for my blogs. I was once an advertiser and advertising with Adgitize really worked for me. Now that that adgitize is closing and previously the CMF Ads; as a blogger, the only venue left for me to promote my blog now is through Entrecard. I guess it's time to get serious with dropping ECs now that Adgitize is gone.

To those who still have a few bucks left from Adgitize, please click HERE to know the complete details.

Is Bankruptcy Lawyer Necessary?

2012-01-03T02:28:00.001+08:00

Most of the people I know can always relate to one common topic and that is debt. Who doesn't have debt nowadays? Rich and poor people alike have their own share of stories to tell about their finances. It has been somewhat a practice that when somebody wants to have some things they can not afford to pay up front, the immediate option is to get a loan or mortgage some existing properties to acquire new ones. This is usually the case when projects over projects are being implemented be it in a business entity or in a family situation.

Debt is good when if it is use for a good purpose like getting a home loan to give your family a decent place to stay. Other people utilizes their credit cards to pay for hospital bills and purchase the much needed medicine for their loved ones who are sick. But sometimes too much dependence on loans and credit cards can lead you to trouble especially when bills after bills start to pile up.

You will definitely be at lost when obligations start to put pressure on you. If you do not know what to do, I think a Bankruptcy Lawyer has some answers for you. Getting somebody knowledgeable like a Bankruptcy Attorney will be of great help to the current situation you are in. Talking to a bankruptcy lawyer will guide you what to do. You need to be honest with your financial condition so that proper advice will be given and right option will be made.

If debts have become unmanageable and you are looking for ways to address it without creating much hassle with the people around you, seeing Bankruptcy Attorneys will give you the benefit of getting the much needed information. There are always an appropriate way to address things and getting the proper recommendation from the people who knows it best will enable you to make the right decision.

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Goodbye 2011, Hello 2012

2012-01-01T17:12:00.001+08:00

There are a lot of things to be thankful for about the year 2011. I could not put all of them in just one blog post but generally my life and my family are very blessed to surpass the challenges that the year 2011 brought us. The whole family have been blessed with good health and also there are numerous projects that me and hubby have completed.

I am really busy today but I couldn't let this day pass without making a post. For me, this day is very special and also a very important one because this is the very first day of the year 2012.This day symbolizes new hope and new future that 2012 will bring. I am so excited for the new year because I am so looking forward to everything new... new life, new work, new plans and all the good news there is to it.

Photo owned by Ms.Kim Aguilar, my cousin in-law..

I pray that the year 2012 will bring :

New good things and more good news to the people of Cagayan de Oro, Iligan and to all those who are affected by Typhoon Sendong...
New opportunities to all those who seek it...for all of the bloggers more OPP...lol
New lifestyle which means leaving a healthy lifestyle...
Good health for Bella and for my loved ones...
Good news for our future plans (the one that we've been working on)...
New good friends online and offline...
and WORLD PEACE...

I know there is a lot more to expect and to ask for this 2012 but for now this is all that I am so excited about. I hope that all of you guys share the same feeling about the new year.

Goodbye 2011...Hello 2012! Happy New Year to all of you!

Thanks Marie for the First Comment...

A Place To Stay

2011-12-31T02:49:00.001+08:00

I am very sure that most of us if not all, wanted to go somewhere for a vacation. A memorable and exciting vacation are usually spent with friends and family. One challenging task in planning for a vacation is looking for a place to stay.

I know that the first thing that comes to mind when looking for a place is to get a hotel room but that is not a practical choice considering that it is just a room. If you want to have a large place that can accommodate your number with a nice kitchen and great amenities, I suggest that you check out vacation rentals paris.

In vacation rentals paris you can find furnished apartments that suites your budget and style. It is also a lot more economical to get a furnished apartment than a hotel room for some obvious reasons.

My Family's Pink Christmas at Waterlily Street

2011-12-26T20:41:00.001+08:00

This has been our third Christmas here at Waterlily Street and so far every Christmas celebrated here is always simple yet full of fun and excitement. People in the neighborhood go out of their houses to join the celebration along Waterlily Street. Games and other activities sponsored by of our generous neighbors are so much appreciated by the kids who are competing to get the prizes in every game. This year, Auntie Pacing together with Tata spearheaded the games and activities for kids. Uncle Idol even dressed up as Santa Claus to amuse the kids who would willingly want to take their pictures with him.

Uncle Idol as Santa Claus...

Bella with Tachu, Tita Jing, Tito Dong, Ninang Exper and Kuya Orit

The Waterlily neighborhood!


Sisters playing paper dance

Foursome! myself, hubby, mama and papa...

A Christmas pose with hubby...

It has been part of the family's tradition to have a color motif every Christmas and New Year's eve. So for Christmas this year, we all agreed to wear pink to emphasize Bella's presence in the family. We usually have friends joining us during holidays and this year my good friend Exper and his son Orit celebrated Christmas with us.

Christmas is always memorable no matter how simple you celebrated it. What's important is, it was celebrated with fun, laughter and love with the people you cherish. Waterlily neighborhood is full of loving, caring and generous people. We instantly feel at home even during the first Christmas with them last 2009.

My family and the Waterlily neighborhood would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year!

Thank you Sis Rona for the First Comment

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Please HELP Cagayan de Oro

2011-12-18T13:44:00.001+08:00

Video courtesy of YouTube

EMERGENCY FUND & DONATION:

Xavier University is accepting donations at the Helpdesk set up at the University's front gate or at the Relief Center at the Satellite Canteen near the College of Agriculture building (beside the gymnasium). Personnel and student volunteers are being deployed to buy, pack and deliver relief goods all over the City, under the direction of the University Chaplain.

Fr. Eric Garcia Velandria S.J.
Coordinator of Sendong Operation,
KKP Office, Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, Corrales Ave.
9000 Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

Cash donations can be deposited at BPI through this account:

Account Name: Xavier University

Account Number: 9331-0133-63

Xavier University Relief Center is conducting a relief operation for families affected by Bagyong Sendong.They are asking for donations in:

CASH
FOOD (noodles, canned goods, etc.)
BOTTLED WATER

CLEAN CLOTHES

HYGIENE PRODUCTS

You can drop them off at the:
Xavier University KKP-SIO.
Volunteers also needed @DSWD (Masterson Rd, Upper Carmen).
Call 09066150095 or 858-8892.

Other Useful Information:
SMART LIBRENG TAWAG, INTERNET and CELLPHONE CHARGING at PHILCOM OFFICE, MAX SUNIEL ST. CARMEN (RIGHT BESIDE ACSAT GYM) for those who would like to contact their loved ones who have been affected by the recent FLASHFLOODS. Please tell your friends, family and neighbors!

For those who live in other places, you can also send help by giving CASH/ CHEQUE donations send through Simbahang Lingkod. Direct deposits may be made online from any BPI branches (BPI Inter-branch transactions are free of charge), pay to:

SIMBAHANG LINGKOD NG BAYAN (Account Name/Payee)

Bank of the Philippine Islands (Loyola-Katipunan Branch)
BPI Peso Checking Account Number: 3081-1111-61
BPI Dollar Savings Account Number: 3084-0420-12

Paypal Donations are now accepted, send donations to:

francis.siason@gmail.com

through Cagayan De Oro Bloggers. More than 200 died and 400 missing as typhoon Sendong ravaged Cagayan de Oro. Proceeds will be donated and delivered to Xavier University Cagayan de Oro where the members of CDO Bloggers are planning to volunteer. Let us help Cagayan de Oro! Thank you and God bless you!

*This is a re- post. Please re-post to get more help.

Video Surveillance Equipment

2011-12-16T12:01:00.002+08:00

Due to security reasons, getting a video surveillance equipment is a must nowadays. It has been noted that the installation of a video surveillance equipment within the store premises has helped a lot of business establishments decreased the incidents theft and robbery. A lot of prominent personalities has also opted to install a video surveillance system within their homes to make sure that the chances of getting robbed is lessened.

I Won $20!

2011-12-13T02:29:00.002+08:00

Joining an online contest always gives me a different sense of excitement. For me, it is a free opportunity to meet fellow bloggers while supporting the host blogger on its giveaway. Just last month, Crib of My Thoughts for the Day hosted a simple mini-giveaway on her site. Her giveaway was really simple... as simple as guessing where she is right now based on the photo she posted on her blog. Of course, I did not let the chance go so I immediately joined the giveaway... And look what I've got?

Picture Not Mine

A $20 through Paypal! I consider this winning as an early Christmas gift. Thank you Lord for this blessing and thank you Sis for generously sharing your blessings to us. Crib is planning to host another giveaway one of this days so you better watch for it guys. Who knows, you might be the next lucky winner. Advance Merry Christmas everyone!

CDO Vacation: Enjoying Xavier Days

2011-12-08T13:29:00.001+08:00

Hi everyone! I am very sorry for leaving this blog deserted for quite a while to give way to my much-awaited vacation in Cagayan de Oro City. Visiting CdO has been in our calendar for a few months already. It was not actually a grand vacation because hubby was left behind at home but nevertheless Bella, Macky and the rest of the family including me had a wonderful and memorable sojourn in Cagayan de Oro.

The statue of St. Francis Xavier

I could not compress in one post what I have experienced in my two weeks stay in CdO but I will be sharing it to you one by one in my future posts. My long vacation includes shopping, decorating and cooking for Yoshi's birthday party, a pool party, a college reunion party, dinners and lunches with family and friends and of course party and wandering at my beloved Alma Mater during the Xavier University Festival Days.


Grinning after availing a FREE HUG from a handsome college student.LOL!

with my dear Bingkay... a bestfriend, sister, kumare...

CIT Christmas Tree

Another unforgettable part of my visit during Xavier Days was the chance to have a long bonding time with one of college best friends in her Siomai Station at the Soccer field inside the University. Of course, it gives me an access to eat unlimited siomai. I will make a special blog post about Ludy's Siomai in my foodie blog later.


Kuys Erwin, his pretty wife Emily, Siomai Princess Bingkay and Myself.

It really feels great to be visiting my Alma Mater and enjoying its festivities after 12 long years. I saw a lot of improvement especially on its physical structure. Another thing that surprised me was the way the students get in and out the University because of their security and ID system.

Looks like scanning for an MRT ride.LOL

The students will have to scan their ID before they can get inside the campus and scan again before they can go out. There was this big TV screen that flashes the face, the name and ID number of everyone who scans. Hi -tech eh? Lol!

That's all for now friends. Thank you for keeping this blog alive for the past few days. I will be returning the favor real soon.

Sunshine Award

2011-11-19T01:10:00.001+08:00

I felt so honored that once again this blog has received an award from a veteran blogger whom I admired so much. Thank you very much, Ate Kat of Mom's Place for this recognition.

Now, here's the rules for the recipient of Sunshine Award:

1.) Thank the person who gave this award and write a post about it.

2.) Answer the questions below.

3.) Pass it to 10 fabulous bloggers and send them message to let them know.

* Favorite color? Blue but now Pink influenced by my little girl.

* Favorite animal? Dog.

* Favorite number? 13.

* Favorite drink? Water.

*Facebook or Twitter? Facebook.

* Your Passion? Aside from Bella maybe writing.

* Giving or getting presents? Giving; for the Lord loves a cheerful giver.

* Favorite Day? Sunday.

* Favorite flowers? Pink and White Roses.

My Sunshine Awardees are:

Krizza of Home Sweet Home

Lainy of A Sojouner's Saga

KM of More Than Sexy

Algene of The Coffee Chic

Reese of My Random Thoughts

Rona of Rona's Review

Daisy of Written In Your Heart

Raine of My Happy Beginnings

Sam of There's No Place That Far

Claire of My Rendezvous

Thank you very much for the love and support. You guys are my inspiration. Go and spread the LOVE!

Simplify Life With Lettings Software

2011-11-16T23:55:00.001+08:00

I grow up seeing my parents working hard to feed us and send us to a good school. Looking back, for more than two decades our livelihood was the little food stall near the wharf area in Cotabato. I would remember waking up at dawn to help my parents especially when passengers flocked our store to have a morning coffee. It was actually my first job because before the day ends Mama would give me some amount as payment for my service.

I realized that managing a business is such a hard thing especially when you do not have somebody to rely on particularly when it comes to financial matters. We were still young then so my parents have no other choice but to carry the loads all by themselves. If only they were techie enough to discover Lettings Software, I am sure their life would be easier.

I am not an Accountant and I only have a minimal knowledge on Accounting that is why I am so pleased to know that the Lettings Software can do all the job any Accountant can do. It really simplifies the process of any business operation.

My parents have now retired from their usual business activities since they have decided to transfer here in Davao but we still dream of putting up a suitable business in the future. I hope by that time, we will be able to utilize Lettings Software to make our lives simpler.

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My Worst Disconnection Experience

2011-11-14T23:00:00.001+08:00

Our internet has been disconnected since Wednesday. It was initially my fault because I failed to take note the payment due date. I was actually waiting for the call from PLDT reminding me of my due date and payment schedule. See, that's how confident I am thinking that my internet service provider cares a lot because they have been doing that for the last few months. I was a fool to believe that they will be consistent.

By the way, upon knowing that our internet was disconnected I immediately went to the nearest PLDT Office to pay the bills. Thinking that like other ISPs they will immediately take action and reactivate my connection but I was so wrong! Because after several times of calling them, I was told that my connection will be back within 24-48 hours and that's supposed to be last Friday! Obviously, you knew what happened for until now I could not spend enough time to visit all your blogs as much as I want to and it annoys me more than anything!

It was such a headache calling PLDT's customer service hotline because you have to wait for an average of 30-40 minutes to be entertained by their representatives. It's such a waste of time but I have no choice but to wait just to get the much needed reactivation. For the last five days, I have been making several calls but then again I was only told to wait for another 24-48 hours AGAIN! Just this morning when I tried to follow up my connection, I waited for 45 minutes again... enough time for me to take a bath and eat my breakfast. Good thing though I did my thing while waiting to be answered.

I am really having a hard time with my internet service provider because until now we weren't able to enjoy the watchpad they've been bragging about. It's fine though because we can live without the watchpad but the very basic connection? How is that? Why is SMARTBRO and SUN can immediately reactivate your connection as in RIGHT AWAY as in right after payment and why PLDT MyDSL could not? I know that both SMARTBRO and PLDT are owned by the same person but why there is such a big difference when it comes to their service?

I am now living and breathing internet from my neighbor's WIFI connection but I needed to go out of the house just to smell a little connection. I have just started my online job and I am not sure if I could still be able to get that job back after a few days of being offline.

Guys, if you think about switching or getting PLDT MyDSL as your internet service provider, I suggest that you better think again!

**I am sharing this not to bash PLDT MyDSL but for my friends and readers to be aware and will have an idea based on my experience with PLDT MyDSL.

Update: Reconnected after 7 long agonizing days.

Weekend Blog Follower Caravan #28 - GFC

2011-11-07T02:50:00.000+08:00

Welcome to the Weekend Blog Follower Caravan #28!

I am always looking forward to join WBFC every week because aside from meeting new friends it also true to its purpose as everyone who joined increases the number of their followers.

To all those who are visiting from WBFC #28, please follow my GFC located on top of my blog post.

This week's WBFC is sponsored by Travels and Familia Wanderers.

Our Anniversary Celebration

2011-11-04T04:23:00.001+08:00

Bren and I are supposed to have a date on our 3rd wedding anniversary last Sunday. We originally plan for a movie date because it has been ages since our last movie trip together. He was planning to work that day so we agreed that the date will be in the evening right after dinner. When the most-awaited day came, the movie date and all plans about the anniversary celebration has been cancelled. Bren woke up with rhinitis (his long-time companion) and that made him stay at home for the rest of the day.

remembering our special day... Oct. 30, 2008.

Aside from the cancelled celebration, Bren also failed to attend the blessing of the new plant of the food company where we used to work as "consultants". Since we are expected to be there so I head on and attended the blessing alone. The blessing went fine; me, myself and I enjoyed the sumptuous banquet they prepared. I wasn't able to take photos because I came in late.LOL! I had a chance to see some old friends working for the company and also learn some new techniques about the industry as Sir Jimmy (the owner's Uncle who also owns a food factory in Manila) were so insistent to let me taste and evaluate the product they are planning to launch soon.

Some of their products...

I stayed for almost three hours and went home to check on Bella and Bren then again prepared to meet a friend to plan for Bella's upcoming birthday. Since it was already late in the afternoon Julz and I shared a very good meal, actually a series of meals while discussing and looking for some stuff for Bella inside the mall.

Siomai Addicts!

we didn't watch... just checking what's the latest...

My parents prepared a special meal for dinner but I was not able to join them because I am already full from the food trip I had with Julz early on. As a make up for a busy day and as a substitute for the cancelled movie date, Bren and I decided to watched our wedding video together. We were teasing each other as we watched some funny and memorable scenes during the wedding.

We still considered our wedding anniversary "celebration" special although we haven't done it the way we planned it to be. What's important is we both have each other and love each other to this very day (consolation...hehehe). Happy Anniversary Tachu. Looking forward to forever with you. Je t'aime.

Weekend Blog Follower Caravan #27

2011-10-31T14:44:00.002+08:00

Welcome to Weekend Blog Follower Caravan #27!

This is my second time joining WBFC and this meme really helped my new blog gain followers and I am so happy about it.

And again, I am joining through this blog because this week's WBFC Task is FACEBOOK LIKES! I am hoping to increase this blog's FB likes with the help of this meme.

The Weekend Blog Follower Caravan #27 is made possible through the generosity of Work at Home Wife and Mother and Stay at Home Wife and Mother.

MOHEGUN PEORIA PNC

2011-10-31T13:26:00.001+08:00

Ticketamerica.com has tickets for the Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville in CT with Directions and seating charts as well as the Peoria Civic Center Schedule and Seating Chart and the PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Schedule with a Seating Charts.

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One Special Night

2011-10-28T04:09:00.001+08:00

When we were still sweethearts, Bren and I used to have dinner at any restaurant we can think of. It was usually like that during ordinary days but the very memorable one was when we had dinner at the Jackridge Restaurant. I've been in the place several times with friends but that one particular night was special because I am with Bren. We strolled along the place and smell the cool night air as we were looking over the beautiful and colorful city of Davao. We were like two people being in the right place at the right time. That moment was just perfect!

This picture brings back good old memories...

We talked about our plans, about our future and about a lot of things as if it was our first and last night together. After all those years, I can still feel the same excitement every time I am with Bren. We still talk a lot and laugh together about anything and everything. I am praying for more years of love and laugh with Bren. Indeed, I am one lucky woman to have him in my life.

Feel Richer With Straight Talk

2011-10-26T03:02:00.001+08:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Straight Talk for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

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I love the idea that I feel richer with Straight Talk because I cut my cell phone bill in half. You have to be crazy to be on a contract these days when you can get everything you need without one. The power of phones, at only $45/month for unlimited is just amazing. I Feel Richer with Android enjoying a smart phone with a smart plan, and as always, no contract. Straight Talk International Long Distance Service is a flexible prepaid calling service that enables you to make international calls from your home, cell or office phone at low rates.

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Anniversary Countdown

2011-10-25T18:01:00.001+08:00

I am so excited because in a few days Bren and I will be celebrating our 3rd Wedding Anniversary! We have been together since 2002 as sweethearts, so we are practically together for 9 years! Imagine, 9 long years!!! Haha... Life with Bren is just so wonderful. I thank God for giving him to me. And as we do our anniversary countdown, let me share with you a piece of our memorable moments.

Thank you Chu for those beautiful years. I live, learn, love and became who I am today because of you. Your presence in my life made me whole. I always thank the Lord for you and I will be forever grateful for the day that I met you. I love you very much and looking forward for more years of love and happiness together.

Looking for an Android Phone

2011-10-20T02:06:00.001+08:00

My hubby's Nokia N95 cellular phone has been with him even before we got married and in less that two weeks from now we will be celebrating our 3rd wedding anniversary. Can you just imagine how old and how long it is with him? Bren is not really a "techy" person but just a few months ago his N95 started to give him some problems so he thought of buying a new cellular phone.

At first the flex was no longer working so we have it repaired and mind you it was costly. Then just after a week it again needs reformatting because there were some problem on sending and receiving messages. And it doesn't end there, the latest was last month wherein we need to change its LCD.


Under Repair Nokia N95

Just recently, despite all those repairs his ever dearest cellular phone is still causing him headache because the LCD is not as good as the original and it is a bit darker. He is now seriously looking for a new phone preferably an Android Phone. Hubby is presently researching on what brand and model is best for him. Owning an Android phone is quite costly but Bren is determined to have one in the near future.

While browsing the net, Bren and I have read about Samsung's newest Android Phone, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. The phone is said to be the product of Samsung and Google's joint venture and set to be launched on November.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus ( Photo Not Mine)

I just hope Bren wouldn't go for the super expensive Android Phone. I am actually lulling him to get a post paid plan from any network provider for him to get a free phone from the plan. He said that he will think about it and I pray that he will because if it happens it is going to be a big relief on me and my budget.

Saturday 9: Mrs. Potter's Lullaby

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1. Adam Duritz (writer and lead singer of Counting Crows) mentions previous girlfriends in songs. In Mrs. Potter's Lullaby he sings “There a little piece of Maria in every song I sing”. Is there a piece of an ex that will always be a part of you?

Every person I have known and met in the past have contributed to who I am and what I am now so they will always be a part of me.

2. Who was your very first significant friend?

Rosalyn Dumot, my elementary friend.

3. What are four (4) things you hope to do this weekend?

Scout for a party place
Look for birthday invitation layout and try making it myself
Update my blogs and do blog hopping
Go to Church

4. What do you consider to be the main purpose of your blog?

To connect with friends and family and also to serve as my online diary so that in the future my children and grandchildren will be able to read it and will get to know me better through my blog.

5. Tell us something that you've never before written about in your blog because it's too personal.

Maybe about hubby and I's little arguments.

6. If you could choose your doctor, do you prefer someone of the same or opposite sex?

I more comfortable with the same sex doctor.

7. If you could dream about anything tonight, what would the subject matter be?

It would be about Bella's 18th birthday.

8. How do you react to practical jokes when they're played on you?

Just laugh about it and don't take it personally.

9. What's on your agenda after this weekend for the upcoming week?

Work on my budget and plan carefully Bella's first birthday.