Monday, January 7, 2008
My Craft
I have not yet posted the finished scrapbook that I've done as a gift for my mom on her bday. So here it is. I bought the Paper cover at Simple Joys and have chosen Gold because it's my mom's favorite color. I have used Black Cartolina which I bought at the National Bookstore for the pages because it complements the Golden color of the cover. I've made a total of 10 pages and printed them out on an 8x8 glossy paper. I've binded them together with thread and beads --- also from Simple Joys.
Another Inspiration
This is really cute Justine! Thank you so much. Another friendship award that serves as an inspiration. It's really possible to make friends even if you don't see each other personally.
I'd like to share this with my kabl@ggers Idealpinkrose, Cheh, Petra and Joey
My Weekend Treat!
I had my first body massage for this year and It really is very relaxing. I've chosen Shiatsu because it's a dry massage. It doesn't uses any oil that makes me feel sticky after.
Most people enjoy shiatsu massage as much as they enjoy deep tissue massage, but expect some differences. Shiatsu will involve deep breathing, rotating and stretching your joints, as well as manipulating pressure points. When these points are pressed, people describe the sensation as feeling tender, tickling, intense, or slightly uncomfortable, unlike anything else. After the massage, you may feel strange, but not sore as in a muscular tissue massage. Many believe Shiatsu is both preventative and healing, so getting it done on a regular basis, along with stretching, exercise, and a healthy diet, may improve your health.
Most people enjoy shiatsu massage as much as they enjoy deep tissue massage, but expect some differences. Shiatsu will involve deep breathing, rotating and stretching your joints, as well as manipulating pressure points. When these points are pressed, people describe the sensation as feeling tender, tickling, intense, or slightly uncomfortable, unlike anything else. After the massage, you may feel strange, but not sore as in a muscular tissue massage. Many believe Shiatsu is both preventative and healing, so getting it done on a regular basis, along with stretching, exercise, and a healthy diet, may improve your health.
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Mission Accomplished!
This time of last year, I have focused myself to 3 major goals.
1. To graduate from Nursing on April
2. Have a baby
3. Pass the Board Exam on June
I'm proud to achieve numbers 1 and 3. I really wanna get pregnant but maybe it's not yet God's plan for me. HE's got a better plan and I know HE will give us our little angel in HIS perfect time. I believe that if got pregnant last year I might not be able to take the Board exam last June. My husband came for a vacation last summer and if I got preggy I won't be able to concentrate my review. Anyway, I've realized that you can't really have everything. Looking back I can say it's still a mission accomplished because I have achieved 2 goals out of 3!
And my major goals for this year? I won't say until it's done but surely getting pregnant is one of those hehehe!
1. To graduate from Nursing on April
2. Have a baby
3. Pass the Board Exam on June
I'm proud to achieve numbers 1 and 3. I really wanna get pregnant but maybe it's not yet God's plan for me. HE's got a better plan and I know HE will give us our little angel in HIS perfect time. I believe that if got pregnant last year I might not be able to take the Board exam last June. My husband came for a vacation last summer and if I got preggy I won't be able to concentrate my review. Anyway, I've realized that you can't really have everything. Looking back I can say it's still a mission accomplished because I have achieved 2 goals out of 3!
And my major goals for this year? I won't say until it's done but surely getting pregnant is one of those hehehe!
Saturday, January 5, 2008
The Party was a Success
Hi Everyone I'm Back! Happy New Year!!!
Anyway, my mom's party last Dec 26, 2007 was a success. I've mentioned from my previous blog that we have scheduled it on Dec 23 but because my mom got some hints we proceeded with our Plan B which is moving it to the 26Th 2 days prior to the event. We informed all our guests that the party was moved to Dec 26, same time and place 1 day prior to Dec 23. It was really a very short notice but everyone agreed to it and promised to attend.
THE PLAN
Since my dad haven't been to the place yet, we went to the venue early morning to show him how to get there. All my mom knows was we're gonna check the car's speedometer for our out of town trip the next day. This time she doesn't have any clue of what is going to happen. The plan was that my dad will invite my mom to watch a movie and after that he will pretend that his friend is inviting them to a wedding anniversary.
THE PREPARATION
As soon as we got home, I've prepared the Scrapbook that I still have to bind (yes, not yet done heheheh) and went to my friend's salon for a Hot Oil and Pedicure. I was in a rush because the party will start at 6 and I still have to finish the scrapbook. I have to go back to our house to dress up, get the prizes for the games and the DVD player to be set up at the place by 4pm.
After the salon, I went home right away and my parents are about to leave already. Everyone at the house except me, my sis and my dad doesn't know anything about the party. I've only informed them when my parents left. Of course they were all surprised and were in a hurry to dress up. That's the only time I was able to prepare all the stuffs for the party.
THE RAIN
It was raining hard that day and we're really worried that some of our guests might not come and true enough that some of them sent us a text message that they cannot make it because of the rain. Good thing though that the venue we have wasn't an outdoor. It's funny that My auntie who is from malinta told me that if the rain will not stop, they might not come. Thank God that at about 3 pm the rain stopped and they were the first one to arrive at the venue, 1 hour prior to the time of the party.
THE PARTY
By 6 pm all the guests started coming in. I'm always updating my dad to let him know if we're all ready. I called him up pretending as his friend, he was talking as if I'm really his friend. Of course I was just listening to him and laughing. At the same time Ate Mai, the party host is giving updates to the guests about where my mom is, and that we have to wait because it was really a surprise and they just finished watching the movie. The scrapbook I've made was passed around so they wouldn't get bored. Finally, after I talked to my dad, he sent me a text message that they are on their way already so I've given him an instruction to give me a missed call once they arrive at the venue and that he should escort my mom to the function room where we are waiting. After about 30 mins, I got a missed call from my dad, we dimmed all the lights and gathered at the center to welcome my mom. But then I got another call and this time it's from my mom, she told me that they are going to a party and we shouldn't wait them for dinner Hahahaha, she doesn't have any clue that I'm not home.
Since the room's light was dimmed we saw them approaching our place and when my dad opened the door we turned on all the lights and sang a Happy Birthday for my mom. We let her blow the candle and give us a message. She was really surprised!!! Everybody was there, all her friends, my aunties and cousins! She was happy and didn't really expect it. We have chosen 6 persons to say something about her in each decades of her life. Some of them even cried while giving their message. We played his favorite songs mostly 60's and 70's. Ate Mai, our party host, rendered bossa nova songs for her. Me, my sis and brother gave her messages and wishes, my dad being the finale. We had games too, including trivia. We played the "Bring Me" game, things that would relate to my mom's personality example: mataray na kilay, ATM card because she's kuripot etc. We asked if anyone from the guests whose birthday is also December and gave her a small cake.
My parents danced at the last part of the party.
We all had a great time and It was really a memorable one for my mom.
SUPPLIERS
The VENUE.
The party was held at the Albergus catered by Pandan Seafood and Grill. The motif was Gold and Red that complimented the room's color. It was a beautiful place and the location is very accessible.
The CATERER.
Pandan Seafood and Grill catered the party. The buffet includes 16 native dishes, 3 International dishes, Mongolian bar, appetizer and dessert station. Bottomless Drinks plus no corkage fee on 3 bottles of wine.
The CAKE.
The Cake was made by Shoppesville Bakeshop. It was a 3 Tiered, double cake with 2 separate small round cakes.
The PARTY HOST.
The Party was hosted by a very good friend, Mrs. Myra Solis-Francisco, an event organizer, a party host and singer. She also owns the NEA Salon that specializes hair and make-up for weddings and debuts. You may contact her at 09062674825.
The INVITATION. I made the invitation using the Scrapbookflair. Downloadable at www.scrapbookflair.com. I've printed out 30 copies of 4x6 size costing me only P100.
Anyway, my mom's party last Dec 26, 2007 was a success. I've mentioned from my previous blog that we have scheduled it on Dec 23 but because my mom got some hints we proceeded with our Plan B which is moving it to the 26Th 2 days prior to the event. We informed all our guests that the party was moved to Dec 26, same time and place 1 day prior to Dec 23. It was really a very short notice but everyone agreed to it and promised to attend.
THE PLAN
Since my dad haven't been to the place yet, we went to the venue early morning to show him how to get there. All my mom knows was we're gonna check the car's speedometer for our out of town trip the next day. This time she doesn't have any clue of what is going to happen. The plan was that my dad will invite my mom to watch a movie and after that he will pretend that his friend is inviting them to a wedding anniversary.
THE PREPARATION
As soon as we got home, I've prepared the Scrapbook that I still have to bind (yes, not yet done heheheh) and went to my friend's salon for a Hot Oil and Pedicure. I was in a rush because the party will start at 6 and I still have to finish the scrapbook. I have to go back to our house to dress up, get the prizes for the games and the DVD player to be set up at the place by 4pm.
After the salon, I went home right away and my parents are about to leave already. Everyone at the house except me, my sis and my dad doesn't know anything about the party. I've only informed them when my parents left. Of course they were all surprised and were in a hurry to dress up. That's the only time I was able to prepare all the stuffs for the party.
THE RAIN
It was raining hard that day and we're really worried that some of our guests might not come and true enough that some of them sent us a text message that they cannot make it because of the rain. Good thing though that the venue we have wasn't an outdoor. It's funny that My auntie who is from malinta told me that if the rain will not stop, they might not come. Thank God that at about 3 pm the rain stopped and they were the first one to arrive at the venue, 1 hour prior to the time of the party.
THE PARTY
By 6 pm all the guests started coming in. I'm always updating my dad to let him know if we're all ready. I called him up pretending as his friend, he was talking as if I'm really his friend. Of course I was just listening to him and laughing. At the same time Ate Mai, the party host is giving updates to the guests about where my mom is, and that we have to wait because it was really a surprise and they just finished watching the movie. The scrapbook I've made was passed around so they wouldn't get bored. Finally, after I talked to my dad, he sent me a text message that they are on their way already so I've given him an instruction to give me a missed call once they arrive at the venue and that he should escort my mom to the function room where we are waiting. After about 30 mins, I got a missed call from my dad, we dimmed all the lights and gathered at the center to welcome my mom. But then I got another call and this time it's from my mom, she told me that they are going to a party and we shouldn't wait them for dinner Hahahaha, she doesn't have any clue that I'm not home.
Since the room's light was dimmed we saw them approaching our place and when my dad opened the door we turned on all the lights and sang a Happy Birthday for my mom. We let her blow the candle and give us a message. She was really surprised!!! Everybody was there, all her friends, my aunties and cousins! She was happy and didn't really expect it. We have chosen 6 persons to say something about her in each decades of her life. Some of them even cried while giving their message. We played his favorite songs mostly 60's and 70's. Ate Mai, our party host, rendered bossa nova songs for her. Me, my sis and brother gave her messages and wishes, my dad being the finale. We had games too, including trivia. We played the "Bring Me" game, things that would relate to my mom's personality example: mataray na kilay, ATM card because she's kuripot etc. We asked if anyone from the guests whose birthday is also December and gave her a small cake.
My parents danced at the last part of the party.
We all had a great time and It was really a memorable one for my mom.
SUPPLIERS
The VENUE.
The party was held at the Albergus catered by Pandan Seafood and Grill. The motif was Gold and Red that complimented the room's color. It was a beautiful place and the location is very accessible.
The CATERER.
Pandan Seafood and Grill catered the party. The buffet includes 16 native dishes, 3 International dishes, Mongolian bar, appetizer and dessert station. Bottomless Drinks plus no corkage fee on 3 bottles of wine.
The CAKE.
The Cake was made by Shoppesville Bakeshop. It was a 3 Tiered, double cake with 2 separate small round cakes.
The PARTY HOST.
The Party was hosted by a very good friend, Mrs. Myra Solis-Francisco, an event organizer, a party host and singer. She also owns the NEA Salon that specializes hair and make-up for weddings and debuts. You may contact her at 09062674825.
The INVITATION. I made the invitation using the Scrapbookflair. Downloadable at www.scrapbookflair.com. I've printed out 30 copies of 4x6 size costing me only P100.
New Years Good Luck Traditions
Whew! It's raining tags today and here's another one from Joey
What are some of your new year's good luck traditions?
Rule:
Copy the person and persons' names that sent it to you and add your own at the bottom of the list. It really helps to build community.
Lets start it here
*My mom used to collect some coins and when the new year comes she put the coins in a bowl and shake it to create sounds. She said its a good luck for a money throughout a year. And also wearing dotted dresses on new year don't know why. CC/ chalyza /keep
*My mom prepares 12 round fruits. One fruit for goodluck in each month of the year. Also, she bought dotted clothes when we were young. She said, dots are like coins. idealpinkrose/ allinkorea/ korean food
*We dress up in "happy" colors, specifically red and preferably something newly bought. Red is a favorite choice for Chinese for happy events, including birthdays and weddings, and New Year's Day is considered a happy event. -- Joey of http://the-working-mom.blogspot.com and http://onlineraket.blogspot.com
*We open all our windows because my mom believes that good luck enters for the new year. At midnight we all make noises to drive away bad karmas and evil spirits. -- Lorie of Thinking Out Loud
Anyone who's interested may snag this tag :)
What are some of your new year's good luck traditions?
Rule:
Copy the person and persons' names that sent it to you and add your own at the bottom of the list. It really helps to build community.
Lets start it here
*My mom used to collect some coins and when the new year comes she put the coins in a bowl and shake it to create sounds. She said its a good luck for a money throughout a year. And also wearing dotted dresses on new year don't know why. CC/ chalyza /keep
*My mom prepares 12 round fruits. One fruit for goodluck in each month of the year. Also, she bought dotted clothes when we were young. She said, dots are like coins. idealpinkrose/ allinkorea/ korean food
*We dress up in "happy" colors, specifically red and preferably something newly bought. Red is a favorite choice for Chinese for happy events, including birthdays and weddings, and New Year's Day is considered a happy event. -- Joey of http://the-working-mom.blogspot.com and http://onlineraket.blogspot.com
*We open all our windows because my mom believes that good luck enters for the new year. At midnight we all make noises to drive away bad karmas and evil spirits. -- Lorie of Thinking Out Loud
Anyone who's interested may snag this tag :)
Choooo Choooo Train
Got this tag from Michelle
Come on, ride with me on the choochoo train!!! chug,chug,chug,chug,chug,chug!
The rule: When you get tagged, you have to add your name below the person who tagged you and by doing so you are letting the list grow.
Limadang.com
RamblingMoo.com
blogginginmypyjamas
ChinneeqDora-zooropazoo
BabyshernHiPnCooLMoMMaRachel’s Soulful Thoughts
When Silence Speaks
Dancing in Midlife TuneUnderneath it All
I am Dzoi
Hobbies and Such
moms…..check nyo
Choc Mint Girl
Amel’s Realm
My ThoughtsRusin RoundupJuliana’s Site
Max
Rooms of My HeartA Great PleasureMondayMorningPowerLadyJava’s LoungeColin aka Cotojo
NafaSG
Hanna
My Life My World
Mommy’s Gibble Gabbles
Author’s Sweet Life
A Window To Our World
Jenny’s Wandering Thoughts
We are FamilyMomma Stuff
Our Journey to Life
Journal of a Pinay Working Mom
Thinking Out Loud
Anyone who wants to ride may snag this.
Come on, ride with me on the choochoo train!!! chug,chug,chug,chug,chug,chug!
The rule: When you get tagged, you have to add your name below the person who tagged you and by doing so you are letting the list grow.
Limadang.com
RamblingMoo.com
blogginginmypyjamas
ChinneeqDora-zooropazoo
BabyshernHiPnCooLMoMMaRachel’s Soulful Thoughts
When Silence Speaks
Dancing in Midlife TuneUnderneath it All
I am Dzoi
Hobbies and Such
moms…..check nyo
Choc Mint Girl
Amel’s Realm
My ThoughtsRusin RoundupJuliana’s Site
Max
Rooms of My HeartA Great PleasureMondayMorningPowerLadyJava’s LoungeColin aka Cotojo
NafaSG
Hanna
My Life My World
Mommy’s Gibble Gabbles
Author’s Sweet Life
A Window To Our World
Jenny’s Wandering Thoughts
We are FamilyMomma Stuff
Our Journey to Life
Journal of a Pinay Working Mom
Thinking Out Loud
Anyone who wants to ride may snag this.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
My first Award for 2008
I got this award from Butchay. Thank you so much sis. You just brightened up my day.
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I would like to share this to everyone. You can grab this if you want.
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End of the year tag
Got this 1st tag for the year from Butchay.
Here’s the rule: Remove 1 question from below, and add in your personal question, make it a total of 20 questions, then tag 8 people in your list, list them out at the end of this post. Notify them in their chat box that he/she has been tagged. Whoever does the tag will have blessings from all.
1. At what age do you wish to marry ?
Don't have any particular age, I got married at 29.
2. What color do you like most?
Lime green
3. If you have the chance, what would you probably say to your beloved one?
I love you
4. Where is the place that you want to go the most?
Paris
5. Which part of you that you hate the most?
My Kinky hair
6. When you encounter a sad moment, what would you do?
cry
7. What are you afraid to lose the most?
losing someone I love
8. (MY QUESTION) If you bump into your ex, what will you do?
SMILE
9. If you meet someone that you love, would you confess to him/her?
no
10. List out 3 good points of the person who tagged you. ..
friendly, friendly and nice
11. What are the requirements that you wish from your other half?
nothing, as long as we understand each other
12. Till now, what is the moment that you regret the most?
There's a lot of things I haven't fulfilled and one of it is being a singer hehehe
13. Which type of person do you hate the most?
PLASTIC!
14. What is your ambition?
to be rich
15. If you had one wish what would you wish for?
good health
16. How would you celebrate new year?
gather in one place with my loved ones
17. What is the only thing you’ve done in 2007 that you wish won’t happen again on 2008?
Nothing
18. What is the best gift you can give to someone this year?
LOVE
19. Are you afraid of death? YES.
20. What is your favorite gourmet coffee flavor?
Capuccino
I am going to forward this tag to … Cheh, Liza and Jin no rush girls, just post it if you have the time Happy New Year!!
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I was tagged by Idealpinkrose to do this
I'm sharing this to Michelle, Butchay, Alpha.
Here’s the rule: Remove 1 question from below, and add in your personal question, make it a total of 20 questions, then tag 8 people in your list, list them out at the end of this post. Notify them in their chat box that he/she has been tagged. Whoever does the tag will have blessings from all.
1. At what age do you wish to marry ?
Don't have any particular age, I got married at 29.
2. What color do you like most?
Lime green
3. If you have the chance, what would you probably say to your beloved one?
I love you
4. Where is the place that you want to go the most?
Paris
5. Which part of you that you hate the most?
My Kinky hair
6. When you encounter a sad moment, what would you do?
cry
7. What are you afraid to lose the most?
losing someone I love
8. (MY QUESTION) If you bump into your ex, what will you do?
SMILE
9. If you meet someone that you love, would you confess to him/her?
no
10. List out 3 good points of the person who tagged you. ..
friendly, friendly and nice
11. What are the requirements that you wish from your other half?
nothing, as long as we understand each other
12. Till now, what is the moment that you regret the most?
There's a lot of things I haven't fulfilled and one of it is being a singer hehehe
13. Which type of person do you hate the most?
PLASTIC!
14. What is your ambition?
to be rich
15. If you had one wish what would you wish for?
good health
16. How would you celebrate new year?
gather in one place with my loved ones
17. What is the only thing you’ve done in 2007 that you wish won’t happen again on 2008?
Nothing
18. What is the best gift you can give to someone this year?
LOVE
19. Are you afraid of death? YES.
20. What is your favorite gourmet coffee flavor?
Capuccino
I am going to forward this tag to … Cheh, Liza and Jin no rush girls, just post it if you have the time Happy New Year!!
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I was tagged by Idealpinkrose to do this
| You Will Keep Your New Year's Resolution |
 You planning on making a resolution that's smart, attainable, and perfect for where your life is. |
I'm sharing this to Michelle, Butchay, Alpha.
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