Mind of a fickle

6 years, since we walked down the aisle and tied the knot! 2 kids, that gives meaning to our lives! hairloss, 'nuff said! huge weight gain, oh well! and lots of love! That's our story...

Sister C was telling me how different this year's Christmas is. Maybe because a lot of things happened this year and that most of them were beyond our control. Or maybe, time just took us by surprise! Most of our friends are not in Singapore. Some permanently, some on vacation. We wouldn't be spending Christmas Eve at friend B's place because she's in New Zealand. We will be spending it at home with family. My cousin R and her hubby will be coming here from the US. It has been so long since I spent Christmas with her. I remember one Christmas when we were still kids (let me stress the word KIDS), we presented a dance to our lolos and lolas. That was hilarious! But, fond memory of one of my early Christmases. *** Side note : Bebi A is so cute whenever I tell her that I am putting a Christmas present for her at our Christmas tree. She thinks that all the presents are from me and says "Thank you, Mommy!" One day I left her Ninong D's present besid...

Since our 6th year wedding anniversary is drawing near, this popped up suddenly. (I am trying to destress, oki?) Picture me, trying to carry my veil (10 yards of fabric) while I walked that long stretch towards the altar at Manila Cathedral. I can feel that my veil is pulling my head dress and it's either I stop then and there or I will be headless. Hahaha. Oh good thing, my relatives saw my predicament and asked my cousin K to carry the veil from behind (instead of me dragging it!) And, that turned out well. Like it's planned. Well, the next time I am wearing a gown, that will be my daughters' uhmmm, ermmm... Tsaka na nga isipin!

I blogged about the increase of hdb flat/condo rental prices. I honestly cannot understand why there's no control, until now. The prices are still rising and they are driving people away from Singapore because people just can't afford the cost of living anymore. The reason people come here and work is to help their families. I am not saying this for Filipinos alone but also for other nationalities. If the ratio of the increase is directly proportional to the salary that we're receiving, then I wouldn't mind at all. It's definitely not, though! Anyway, here's another reason. Taxi fares increased today. Though, we don't usually take taxi (ok ok, maybe 2 or 3 times a week during lunch time hehehe), we'll definitely feel the impact. Ok. I am off to take a taxi now to check how pricey it is. (Joke lang hehehe off for lunch!)

I’ve been tagged by lairofeilrig & Mader 5 things found in my bag - umbrella - keys - Ipod - wallet - phone 5 things found in my wallet - picture of Pre, Dawter T and Bebi A - Blue IC - atm - taxi receipts - MWL card 5 things found in my room - scrapbook materials - computer - books - my daughter's things - pictures 5 things I’ve always wanted to do - travel to Palawan - travel to Disneyland - watch an NBA game - love unconditionally - not to let negative things to bother me

She's been enthusiastic about arts eversince. I remember that as early as 1 and a half, she was already on her belly, on the floor, trying to draw or color something. When she started school last year, that's one of the things that her Nursery teacher highlighted to me, that she's good at arts! Now, I always believe in starting them early. My mommy made me go to ballet class at 4 years old (look where it got me --- still have 2 left feet hahaha) and I am forever thankful for that. I am all for the memories too. Something that they would look back on and say, "they made me study this and that until I found what I want". (For those who's curious, I stopped after a few months because I was having asthma attacks.) I am now researching for a good arts and craft workshops. I found one near my workplace and I just might convince Pre to let Dawter T try it out. Then, Dawter T can stay here at my office after her class. Hehe. Mother-Daughter Bonding. Again.

I am still tired from my 2 week leave. Haha. But, managed to start the version upgrade of our email system here at the office (kungdi ka ba naman mapressure sa recent developments e), good thing, our favorite Helpdesk Engineer, N, has been really helpful. We're almost 10% done. Home front, the girls are settling in to a new routine with Ate A. I have this scary thought that they are also less stressed nowadays haha because I am not at home to scold them. My colleague puts it nicely by telling me that parents tend to be stricter. Hmmmm. They sleep late nowadays as they have this tendency to play, must be because they wake up late from their afternoon naps. Our current situation is not problem free but there's hope, there's always hope. We get bugged down, shot at but we can still rise and triumph. And that thought makes me smile these days.

The news was a good way to start my dreaded day! As from my previous posts, the problems that I was about to face at the office was really depressing. I checked my phone as I heard it beeped last night. Dreading the words "XXX server is critical". But, it was an sms from Sister C (yes, we live in the same house and she's on the next room) congratulating me because I won in a scrapbook challenge sponsored by MWL, our local scrapbooking store. I was ecstatic and immediately turned on the computer. And there my layout in their blog hehehe It was actually very simple layout but I detailed how I came about loving the store. Thank you, MWL! Also, a very delicious icing on the cake was ----- Sister C won on the $400 lucky draw! Wow, that's a lot of scrap supplies hehehe "Merry Christmas, Sister C" As for work, it was tough alright but it was better than I expected. And, I want to thank the Lord for it! As what Pre told me gazillion time --- "HAV...

Today is my last day and I am feeling nauseous. Must be the lack of sleep these past few days where I stay up to iron our clothes. We went to church and we were late as usual, then just ate at Cafe Cartel as requested by Dawter T. She likes the baked macaroni and the bread. (During the last 2 weeks, I realized that Dawter T is a bread person, she likes it more than rice, she can eat half of the Gardenia Raisin bread loat, she can also finish one whole Sunshine garlic bread, and the list goes on...) Then, we went home. I only went to Daiso, no MWL nor Carrefour for me! Hmmm, I must really feel sick! Then, we slept. But, Bebi A who managed to take a nap when we were strolling was awake. So, I woke up and started cooking dinner, cleaned Bebi A's bottles as well, and prepared Ate A's room. Such a relaxing day to end my last day as SAHM. But, didn't get to sleep early because I wanted to wait for Ate A. So, I ironed some more of our clothes but later on, the bed was so enticing ...

The 2 weeks seemed so short. I am squeezing my eyes shot and pray that the hours will be longer before I finally have to go back to work. Not that I don't want to, but I had fun at home. Amidst the hours spent standing washing the dishes, cleaning Bebi A's bottles, washing our clothes, cleaning up. It felt like this is what I am supposed to do. Naks! (Stay at home mom na yan!) I organized my scrapbook materials (in panic) that Ate A will come home and I don't have anything to show off. Now, I am just happy to see my scrapbook matertials in its own place at our room. Hopefully, my daughters won't touch them.