Simply Caca

ACCEPT

2011-06-25T13:00:00.003+08:00

I may never understand, but am learning to accept. Life is what it is and I cannot change it. I am learning to go on and do what I can to make the best of it.

Accepting is the key...accepting situation which is beyond your control and just living with what you have. I felt I've grown more matured this past one year. Circumstances that I never expected to happened, HAPPENED. Choices you have to make to make your life more meaningful.

Sometimes I feel selfish by thinking like this,
But if it will give peace in my heart why not.

May God gives you the same feeling I have now.

A Pre school teacher again!

2011-06-25T11:12:00.001+08:00

After two long years of hibernating, I am officially working for two months now. I am quite excited about this new job since it's pure montessori which I am actually trained for. Starting this August I'll be teaching 1-3 years old. Yes! I am not crazy... I am so ready for the challenge. So please keep posted on my next adventure!

NEY YEAR

2010-12-31T11:39:00.002+08:00

It has been a great year for getting reconnected to old friends, and making some new friends along the way!! Thank you for making me part of your life!!

2010....What a year! It started a little blurry to me. Then it slowly progressed to more meaningful memories. I've reconnected to old,old friends and I am glad I did! A few ups and downs... but hey! That what makes us stronger.

I thank God for 2010 and so looking forward to 2011. Hopefully this year, I'll make wise choices, decisions and be more productive. With God's grace I know I can. So to everybody.... HAVE A BLESSED NEW YEAR!

HAPPINESS

2010-12-15T09:47:00.000+08:00

Everyone can make you smile, but only certain people can make you happy.

Happiness is a high price to pay... Finding someone or something to make you happy sometimes ends up being sad in the end. As I get older I realized that happiness is an attitude. If want to be happy, BE HAPPY! Find ways to be happy. In your lifetime you will find certain people that you never realized that can make your life complete. Funny it may seems but these people always puts a smile in your face as well in your heart.

MY RUN

2010-11-25T21:35:00.000+08:00

"I always loved running...it was something you could do by yourself, and under your own power. You could go in any direction, fast or slow as you wanted, fighting the wind if you felt like it, seeking out new sights just on the strength of your feet and the courage of your lungs."
 -Jesse Owens

Not only for health reasons but ever since I started running last July, I feel more relaxed. It is what I call "stress buster"

It really gives me time to think about my life.

I usually start my run at 5:30 all geared up. I'll start brisk walking first for the first 15 minutes then I'll start to run. I feel proud of myself because of the fact that I can control this. With running I have my own say. I know when to run fast or to run slow. I know what route I want to take. I have the freedom. No one can control me and that gives me satisfaction.

Letters to Juliet

2010-11-24T14:46:00.002+08:00

Dear Claire,

What and If are two words as non-threatening as words can be. But put them together side-by-side and they have the power to haunt you for the rest of your life: What if? What if? What if? I don't know how your story ended but if what you felt then was true love, then it's never too late. If it was true then, why wouldn't it be true now? You need only the courage to follow your heart. I don't know what a love like Juliet's feels like - love to leave loved ones for, love to cross oceans for but I'd like to believe if I ever were to feel it, that I will have the courage to seize it. And, Claire, if you didn't, I hope one day that you will.

All my love, Juliet

FRIENDS

2010-11-24T14:12:00.000+08:00

When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain and touch our wounds with a warm and tender hand. The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing, not curing, not healing and face with us the reality of our powerlessness, that is a friend who cares. ~Henri Nouwen

I'm a people person, which means I love hanging out with lots of people. Since childhood I have different groups of friends ( from the church, our neighborhood, school
Some friends can be a good influence some may not. But as I mature I realized that no matter how many friends you've got, there will come a time that you will loose touch with them and they will be replaced with new ones. But no matter how long you've been apart, the close friends you've gained through the years will always be a part of yourself. It's like they occupy a special place in your heart and they will stay there.
Through the wonders of technology "Facebook" has done great. This social networking has helped me reconnect with old friends. Friends that you never imagined to be in touch again. And suddenly you're world seem complete again.
So to all of my old friends, I am so happy to see you again.

Attitude

2010-09-28T14:20:00.000+08:00

All of life is a journey; which paths we take, what we look back on, and what we look forward to is up to us. We determine our destination, what kind of road we will take to get there, and how happy we are when we get there. From A Little Book of Happiness

Update about me!

2010-09-28T09:43:00.000+08:00

How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.
~Annie Dillard, The Writing Life

The last time I posted I was having a dilemma with my 4th child. A year and 3 months had passed and now I have my cute baby boy named Jean Andre'.

Since then, I've been super busy with my four children. All with different kinds of needs. Not that I'm complaining, I love them all, but sometimes it does drain you as a mother.

So what do I do to keep me going? Here is my Top five favorite things to do:

I enjoy a cup of hot tea - one sip that's all it takes!
I read a great book - of course the Bible and any book of Max Lucado, Jodi Picoult, Mitch Albom etc. Especially those books who will give me a boost of inspiration or encouragement.
I listen to my favorite music- Even if it's so "cheesy". I loved listening to love songs, call me a hopeless romantic. It brings back old memories.
I go for a massage- and I do this with a friend ( you know who you are!) at least once a month
I watch my favorite show - Greys Anatomy, Glee, Brothers and Sisters etc.

Just to name a few. I don't regret being a MOM but hey we deserve a break too!

I FEEL LIKE A CACTUS FLOWER

2009-06-03T16:25:00.006+08:00

My title says it all...I feel like a cactus flower. Why? Let me tell you why, I am on my 30 weeks of pregnancy with complications. My OBGYN told me today that there's a big possibility that I might give birth this month. I'm tired, worn out, depressed and all the more confused with my feelings. But despite of it all I know with God's grace He will pull me through. That's why I'm like a cactus flower lying on a rock. According to Psalm 18:2 "The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower." I will hold on to this verse and claim its promise. So always remember no matter what adversities you are going through, hold on to the Lord, He will always help you to overcome anything. God bless.

UPDATE...UPDATE...

2009-04-23T12:08:00.005+08:00

HELLO!! I know it's been a year since I last blogged, and I do really missed doing this. But before anything else, Let me update you all guys on what happened to me for the past year. Things has been so busy with me teaching and raising three kids. The greatest news now is I'm pregnant and I resigned from work. It's really a difficult pregnancy since I am almost 40. I can't sleep at night and It's really tiring to walk. So starting today I'll be blogging again. :)

My missionary friends from Cambodia

2008-02-13T17:56:00.000+08:00

GREAT NEWS!! GREAT NEWS!!
My good friend Pastor Ricky and Sis. Yem is having twins!
I am so happy for them and I thank God for such wonderful blessing.

NEW YEAR'S DINNER

2008-01-01T20:37:00.000+08:00

I'll just give you a glimpse of our New year's dinner.
I am not a great cook but I am trying though. :)

Baked chicken with garlic
Spaghetti
Leche Flan

Pineapple Ham
Crispy pata

NEW YEAR WITH FRIENDS

2007-12-31T19:18:00.001+08:00

Its really nice to have good friends
to come along and celebrate with us
at New year's eve.

We invited Elsa's family
and had a great time singing the night away.

But of course I didn't sing because
I can only sing preschool songs. :)
(which is not included in the machine he he he)
William sang
and even had the highest score.
Great time with great friends.

CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE POOLSIDE

2007-12-25T13:01:00.000+08:00

Last Dec.24, me and my friends decided to have a fun filled night by organizing a pot luck party for Christmas. It was really fun since adult and kids alike enjoyed the games and food as well. We give honor and glory for the best Christmas gift ever "JESUS CHRIST"! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!

GNCF'S CHRISTMAS PARTY

2007-12-16T16:32:00.000+08:00

Our church's christmas party was a success!! I am really happy we pulled it through after long days of preparation. God was indeed in the midst of us.

TONI'S CONCERT

2007-12-08T13:20:00.000+08:00

I was invited to emcee my youngest daughter's concert and awards night yesterday. The kids were all so cute and funny. Though Toni was sicked for the last 5 days and has not recovered yet. She still managed to perform really well. Praise God!

MY BEAUTIFUL KIDS

2007-12-01T13:16:00.000+08:00

Hey!! I am really a proud mom...who wouldn't be? My kids are well behaved and courteous. I am not anxious to bring them in any of my friend's house because I know they will be in their best behavior.Yes. they are kids and maybe one day I might be surprise if they will do something beyond I expected, nevertheless I still love them so much! And I will keep on praying for them to be a good children of God.

MOST EXEMPLARY STUDENT AWARD

2007-11-26T21:43:00.000+08:00

My eldest son, Angelo got an award as the most exemplary. I am so proud of him. Some teachers approached me and they were all congratulating me because they said that Angelo deserves that award because he really is a good example for other students to follow. With that being said I felt I won an award too!!

SEMINAR ABOUT DISCIPLINE

2007-11-20T13:09:00.000+08:00

I had been a full time mom almost 4 years and during these times. I have been given opportunity and been asked to train teachers and give talks specifically on discipline. I am no expert but God has given me some wisdom and it has been a burden for me to help students and teachers specially on these matters. I had a great time doing this talk since all of them are all receptive and warm. I hope that God will instill all the things I have taught them and put them into practice.

PG13

2007-11-15T20:59:00.000+08:00

My good friend invited us to attend this ceremony called "PG13" (passage 13). It is about 13 years old children who is about to embarked another milestone in their life which is TEENHOOD. It was a very good talk. They really prepared few young adults to talk about the thing I dreaded to discuss with him, which is dating, sex and etc. They mentioned a lot about becoming responsible teenagers.

I'm really thankful that God gave Chiqui the wisdom to give me a call and asked me whether I like my son to join. rest assured he will be a good man when he grows up because he is under my Saviour's wings.

THURSDAY THIRTEEN: 13 WORDS/PHRASES MY 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER SAYS

2007-10-04T14:32:00.000+08:00

This is my daughter Toni, a very funny girl. Eventhough she can't speak fluently. She is so talkative! Here are some words she often say.

fusshy -plastic container
choo choo train
i bab you - i love you
web wose- red rose
fiture- picture
was that? - what's that?
gogless- goggles
titchy- itchy
otey- ok
I'm told - I'm cold...
swinning - swimming
raindow - rainbow
choyate- chocolate

LANTERN PARADE

2007-09-27T19:08:00.001+08:00

My dear baby joined a play school last July and ever since she joined she is so happy coming back home. Recently, there was an occasion in school where they will parade with their Lantern. During the occasion we (parents) were given two cellophanes, 4 sticks and a tape and was asked to make our child into a lantern. I decided to turn my baby into a butterfly...and guess what? We won 1st prize!!

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY:HARRY POTTER??????

2007-09-26T19:14:00.000+08:00

ME AND MY GIRLS

2007-09-26T17:51:00.001+08:00

I feel so blessed whenever I look at these pictures of my two girls. Both are very sweet and loving but both have opposite personalities. Toni is playful,adventurous, funny and noisy, while Nicole is the sweet, dainty, quiet and reserved type. Both have different personalities and I love them enormously! Of course Angelo too. But since He's growing up so fast, He seldom join us in picture taking like this.

MY WISH FOR YOU DEAR HUSBAND

2007-09-20T14:05:00.000+08:00

TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY AND THIS SONG REFLECTS MY FEELINGS FOR YOU...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY: "KISS"

2007-09-05T20:44:00.000+08:00

SUNDAY SEVEN: MY 7 PRAYER REQUEST

2007-09-05T13:17:00.000+08:00

It's a blessing to have fellow friends reading my blog. God is indeed working everyday miracles by connecting people in every part of the world. Please pray with me with the seven list I made that I need prayers for... If you have something to pray for just leave your comments...God bless.

PLEASE PRAY FOR...

My sister Sam - as she continues to recover from her Kidney Transplant. She is doing very well now, but prayers are still needed.
Me - I'm trying to change the lessons for the children's ministry.
My children for their health - Here in Malaysia the weather is so erratic. Morning will be so hot and when it's in the afternoon it will rain so hard
My husband - he is so busy and so stressed with his work.
My Mom - Just for peace of mind.
Financial provision - we know God will provide. We are in the process of renovating our house so we could transfer there by February next year.
Fellow church members - to serve God unselfishly.

MARRIAGE MONDAY :MENTORING

2007-09-03T15:03:00.000+08:00

This is my first time to write here on Marriage Monday.
And I found this meme to be quite interesting and very informative. Today's topic is about Mentoring. I have this good friend of mine who is a pastor's wife whom I've met when I came here in Malaysia. We started our Ministry with them in the Church. She is the most kindest, sincere and dedicated lady I've known. She was there beside me when I was laboring with my third child and prayed with my husband when I was already delivering. She would always uplift my spirit when I'm down. And will definitely tell me If I've done something wrong and honestly confront me. When there is problem in my marriage. She will encourage me and gives insight on the matter without being bias. She is indeed my mentor, and I do look up to her and praying that someday I can be like her.

MY LIFE AFTER THE FLU

2007-08-29T17:55:00.000+08:00

hello everybody! I've been sick for almost two weeks. The doctor told me that I got this Viral sore throat and it will take a week before I can regain my strength. Good thing it was school holidays so I don't have to worry who is going to drive my kids to school. Today I started my usual routine.I went to the gym and just chat with my friend Prem and just taking it slow. When I look back at these two weeks I've been down, I realize that God meant it to happen so I can slow down a bit and rest for awhile, though it was really tough I started contemplating about what I have now and start to appreciate God's goodness. We all suffer depression one way or another but we have a big God who will be here for us and will never leave us or forsake us. I am just so blessed that I have a good family around me, an understanding husband and good friends around.

"MY BEST FRIEND"

2007-08-20T20:39:00.000+08:00

For Tricia:

We've been best friends all our lives.
We've gone through life's up and downs.
My looks have changed,but yours the same!
and your sweet character still remained.

You are there for me and I was there for you.
You cheered me up when I was blue.
When you were down we went to the beach.
We stayed there for days and enjoyed that trip.

We have grown older, and things had change
but our Friendship will forever still remain.
I'll make new friends but that won't change
for in my heart you will always stay.
My truest friend always!

I'd like to mean as much to you as you mean to me.
I'd like to be some help to you as you have been to me.

I'd like to know that as we grow old our lives will change but our

Friendship will remain...

You & me will never be apart... maybe in distance, Yes, but never in my Heart.
For our friendship is way to strong to let it go.
you should know by now that our friendship won't end,
because you will Always be my dear best friend.

Happy birthday!!
God bless!

Fun Pictures in the Philippines!

2007-08-18T16:42:00.000+08:00

These are some of my fun adventure with my very good friend PREM. My family just adores her. She's easy and fun to be with. She loves eating our famous mango and just loves to go
shopping anytime anywhere.Hey girl! Let's plan for our next trip again huh? Love yah!!

In other words

2007-08-17T10:08:00.000+08:00

"Blessed Be Your name
When I'm found in the desert place
Though I walk through the wilderness
Blessed Be Your name..."
~ Matt Redman ~
Lyrics from "Blessed be Your Name"

I've been feeling down these past few days...Maybe that's the reason I got sick. But through it all, I know my Lord and my Saviour is with me. He comforts me and loves me and makes me at peace with myself. He is the one who understands my thought, my views, my pains inside and out. He looks tenderly at me and says "Come rest upon me and I will give you strength!" Blessed be our Saviour! For He is our redeemer, maker, comforter,friend & Father. So if you're in the wilderness think of God's love and everything will be alright. God bless you all!

TT 13 : 13 of my favorite songs(old & new)

2007-08-16T16:57:00.000+08:00

Thirteen of my Favorite songs

Big girls don't cry by Fergie
Regrets by Kenny Rankin
If I could by Celine Dion
When you say nothing at all by Alison Krause
Wait for you by Elliot Yamin
Simple things by Jim Brickman
Before I fall in love by Coco Lee
One Hello by Randy Crawford
People Alone by Randy Crawford
Until you come back to me by Basia
Jesus take the Wheel by Carrie Underwood
One Desire from the Hillsong album
I offer my life from the album Women in Worship 3

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2007-08-14T19:54:00.000+08:00

Click here to create your own painting.

I found this at insanity prevails blog. Try it!! It's so much fun!

SUNDAY SEVEN -"Seven blessings"

2007-08-14T09:16:00.000+08:00

I cannot complain anymore because God has given me so much this year.
With new friends and new opportunity to grow as a
person. Though seven is such a small number let me just tell you
some of God's blessing to me this year and I am so grateful.
TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

Our church anniversary was a success!
The keys to our new house was handed over.
My brother's problem was solved.
My sunday school kids performed well! They memorized twelve verses and sang and all performed really well including my two daughters!
My hubby gave me an Imac laptop ( YEEPEEEE!!!!)
Met new friends at the church.
Our permit to stay in Malaysia was approved.

Cebu Inmates dancing to Thriller

2007-08-03T18:19:00.000+08:00

I am proud of the Cebu prisoners in the Philippines who are making themselves so popular by dancing. May God bless all of you.

PAST EVENTS....

2007-08-02T16:47:00.000+08:00

Hello! Just dropping by to update you guys what happened to me this past few weeks/ month.
I went back to the Philippines with my good friend Prem and had a blast!
We went to see some tourist spots back home and had done a lot of marathon shopping.

Coming back here in Malaysia I tagged my Mom to come along and had spent almost two months her. This is the first time I was able to spend time with my Mom after getting married which was 15 years ago! She got so busy with my sister who had Kidney failure and then just had kidney transplant. Thank God she is doing so much better now and just started her job in a call center. My Mom left last Monday and I am missing her already. Some of my friends (you know who you are) gave her a farewell party. Thanks a lot guys!! You made my Mom so happy! God blessed all of you!

That same day when my Mom left my computer had brokedown and all my files
were deleted hu hu hu... I am now reinstalling everything.
Looking at the bright side, I have more memory in my PC he he he.
I am now busy for our upcoming church anniversary and
please do pray for me. I have loads of works to be done and
I need prayers!
So that's it for now until next time!!

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY: 1:30 A.M

2007-07-12T19:24:00.000+08:00

SUNDAY SEVEN: Seven things to be thankful for

2007-07-09T15:54:00.000+08:00

My sweet family of huggers...
Love letters everyday from Nicole
Friday Tea time - opportunity to meet up with my friends and chat the hours away.
Gym- workouts in the morning makes me feel refreshed...
my better half -he keeps me balanced and warm
friends - a diverse, supportive, sooper-dooper bunch of friends.
My Saviour- for my life!

13 reasons why I feel blessed with my friends

2007-07-05T19:37:00.000+08:00

13 reasons why I feel blessed with my friends

They accept me as I am.
They are generous with their time
They don't take me for granted.
They are genuine.
I told them things nobody else knows and I have probably told them so much already.
They made the word "friendship" in its true meaning
They share their food generously.
They give best and silly advices.
They are always there to lend a hand.
They can listen to my whining and they know how to stop me when I am whining!
They can calm me.
They make me laugh.
They are simply WONDERFUL!

HELLLLOOOOOO!!!

2007-07-05T18:25:00.000+08:00

I was really busy this past few months. My apologies to all the "memes" I've joined.Slowly but surely I am going to update my blog soon. My life has been different since my very good friend left for Australia. I was quite depressed because she' s really one of a kind. But God knows how to comfort me by sending me new set of friends!! I will soon post some of our pictures here in my blog. I just want to say that I miss reading all your blogs and I'll be very active again soon!PROMISE!!!
For now,here is a picture of me and my kids when we went to the beach last May.... See you all again!! God bless

TT 13: Thirteen things inside my bag

2007-04-20T17:43:00.000+08:00

Diaper
Baby wipes
paper soap
wallet
car keys
make-ups
ballpen
extra clothes for my baby
cologne
Sunglasses
Handphone
chocolates
candies

WW: shhhhhhhhhhhh.....

2007-04-18T17:03:00.000+08:00

SUNDAY SEVEN

2007-04-17T17:01:00.000+08:00

Toni celebrated her 3rd b-day
our new house is almost finished.
Met new friends
Talked to an old friend
Had lunch with another old friend
Met her dog named "jack" who's by the way is very cute.
Had lunch with my gym friends.

FRIDAY FEAST #3

2007-04-14T12:10:00.000+08:00

Appetizer
When you were a child, which crayon color was your favorite?
Blue

Soup
On a scale of 1 to 10 (with 10 being highest), how likely would you be to change jobs if it required you to move?
ZERO. :) I'll be forever a homemaker. (loving it)

Salad
Take all the numbers in your birthday and your phone number and add them up, one by one. What’s the total? 45

Main Course
Have you ever “re-gifted” anything? If so, what was it and who did you pass it on to?
I'm always given a smaller size of top or skirt so I just pass it on to my younger sister.Who is smaller than me

Dessert
Name something you need from the store.
I need to buy this PERI-PERI SAUCE which is by the way so delicious. It is so good with fried foods.

TT13: THIRTEEN PHOTOS OF MY MARITONI WHO TURNED 3 TODAY!

2007-04-12T09:44:00.000+08:00

credits for embelishments here.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY: PUPPY LOVE PART 2

2007-04-11T21:18:00.000+08:00

SUNDAY SEVEN:7 BLESSINGS LAST WEEK

2007-04-09T22:17:00.000+08:00

My friend Christine taught me how to play tennis. Eventhough I'm so bad with it, she has the patience and humor to teach me.
The lunch with my friends became so successful that we plan to do it again.
My two kids are learning to swim and I'm so happy that they are doing so well.
We had a good meeting last friday regarding our Church camp.
Easter Sunday activity in the church was so fun.
I managed to finished two cute frames for my friend.
I'm feeling much better now...thanks to some good friends (you know who you are!)

Of course all of these will not happen without God's grace. Thank you dear Father!!

For I know the thought that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope- Jeremiah 29:11

FRIDAY FEAST #138

2007-04-06T16:30:00.000+08:00

Appetizer

When you travel, which mode of transportation do you prefer?
I travel with my Avanza. Spacious and easy to drive.

Soup

Have you ever met a blogging friend in person?
Nope. But would loved to someday!

Salad

When was the last time you were really, really tired?
Last friday.
Reason: I attended this new workout class on wednesday then come thursday I've done more workouts...then thursday afternoon I had tennis with friends which explains why I am so tired last friday.

Main Course

If you could have dinner with any one fictional character from a book or movie, who would it be?
I really like Charlotte from Charlotte's web. She's a great friend!

Dessert

Fill in the blank: One day, I hope to see _______________.
I hope to see my long lost friend in highschool. She has been such a good friend that when I remember her only fond memories pops up!

13 things I loved to buy!

2007-04-05T11:30:00.000+08:00

Stickers
Papers
pens
scrapbook gadgets
gym clothes
paper punchers
blank cds
photo paper
chocolates
books
magazines
perfume
lipsticks

FRIDAY FEAST: #137

2007-04-04T20:17:00.000+08:00

Appetizer
What are you proud of?
I am proud of my family. God has blessed me so much!

Soup
What is the best thing you’ve ever won as a prize?
Before I got married. We signed up in one of the department store in Manila for the wedding registry. A month after I got a call and they told me that I won a silver Tea set worth 12 thousand pesos
(250 USD).

Salad
Name something you do that is a waste of time.
Enrolled myself in a slimming program. Not only a waste of time but also a waste of money
( because It did not worked for me. STUBBORN FATS!!!)

Main Course
In what year of your life did you change the most?
When I had my 3rd child ( 2004). I suddenly looked at life differently.

Dessert
Where is a place you consider to be very tranquil?
Beach

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY: PUPPY LOVE

2007-04-04T10:00:00.000+08:00

"WINNER"

2007-04-03T10:12:00.000+08:00

This is my good friend Prem as she won 2nd place in the Jogathon race in her daughter's school to raise funds for a new library. I am so proud of her. WAY TO GO GIRL!!!!!

“The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur.”
Vince Lombardi quotes (American Football Coach, national symbol of single-minded determination to win.1913-1970)

SUNDAY SEVEN

2007-04-03T09:39:00.000+08:00

A weekly meme for giving thanks and/or for noting important events in our lives.

This week I decided to appreciate and give thanks to God for creating the uniqueness in me. I hope everybody will feel the way I do.

I am a miracle
I am an inspiration to my family and friends.
I thank God that I am enough...I have enough...I can do enough
I can bring laughter to so many hearts
I am deeply loved
I can breathe deeply
My dreams are all coming true

Philippians 2:1 Your life in Christ makes you strong, and His love comforts you. You have fellowship with the spirit and you have kindness and compassion for one another

THURSDAY THIRTEEN

2007-03-29T16:07:00.000+08:00

13 REASONS WHY/WHAT I MISS BACK HOME: IN RANDOM ORDER

FOOD- If you have Filipino friends ask them about these foods; Adobo, Sinigang, Lumpia,Dinuguan, Kare-Kare & Lechon. Then you will know why I miss the food in the Philippines.
WORK- I used to be a Pre-school teacher but when I came here in Malaysia I stop working. I missed doing my lesson plan and singing "I'm a little Teapot"
SARI-SARI STORES- These are small stores in the community apparently 3 Stores in one street and you can buy anything there.
FRIENDS- I miss my friends ( Sally, Des, Joyce,Kim, Patring, Kay, Teng) . They are my friends for life!
TV SHOWS- From Tele novelas to entertainment gossips!
MY FAMILY- Wala akong kaaway dito!!!
TRAFFIC- in Manila is terrible but I do still missed it. Weird it may seem. :)
SHOPPING MALLS- Great shops, great stores & wide variety!
SINGERS- You must hear our Singers. From Regine Velasquez, Martin Nievera, Lea Salonga & Jose Mari Chan
BEACHES- when you go to the Philippines - go to BORACAY. One of the best beaches I went to.
TYPHOONS- Well what can I say? here in Malaysia there is no typhoon, no suspension of classes due to signal no.1? 2? 3?
HOSPITALITY- I miss the kindness of my kababayan. The best customer service in every establishment.
TRANSPORTATION- You can take a ride no matter where you are, you don't need a bus stop or a taxi stand. Just wave your hand and you're ride is right there in front of you.

LETTING GO: By Ann Marquette

2007-03-28T19:58:00.000+08:00

One of the most painful things we have to do in our lives is Letting Go.
Sometimes it is Letting Go of things...material things which mean a lot to us, even if only sentimental value.
It may mean Letting Go of feelings. When we hold sadness inside, and try to mask it with only a show of happiness, it is better to let it go, to feel the sadness so it washes through us. A good cry can be cleansing.
Sometimes, we have to let go of someone we care for very deeply when we realize that person does not care for us in the same way. Maybe it is best to leave them remembering us with whatever kind of feeling they do have for us. It may not be possible to hide our own deeper feelings for that person, which could make their life uncomfortable. Letting Go may be the best gift we can give them because they may realize how we feel, yet care enough not to want to hurt us.
Even when we know a relationship is not right, on both sides, or one person has a doubt about it, it is hard to let go of something that seems secure. We often accept less than the best because we can’t bear to let go.
There are occasions when we feel something wonderful for someone, but we don’t express it for fear of being rejected. Sometimes our feelings will be rejected. Yet, what if we withhold it from the one person who could very well be that One Special Someone in our lives and they too have been afraid to express their true feelings, or don’t even realize their true feelings yet! How sad that we may miss The Best for fear of Letting Go of the expression of those feelings.
Whatever the reason, or situation, it is never easy Letting Go.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY: LICK ME!

2007-03-28T12:25:00.000+08:00

FRIDAY FEAST : 136

2007-03-27T16:40:00.000+08:00

Appetizer:Who is your favorite news anchor/reporter? Why
Frankly, I don't watch the news. It doesn't mean I don't care but I let my husband be the one who tells me the news.

Soup: Name 3 foods that are currently in your freezer.
Chicken, Meat and Ice Cream ( what a combination!)

Salad: If you were to have the opportunity to name a new town or city, what would you call it?
PEACEVILLAGE. The name speaks for itself.

Main Course: What will most likely be the next book you read?
I would try to read some autobiography books of some famous people for a change.

Dessert: What's the first thing you notice about the opposite gender?
It may seems superficial but i do look at their appearances first.

SUNDAY SEVEN:EDITION # 8 (MINE IS #2)

2007-03-27T12:41:00.000+08:00

A week has passed and here I am doing my second Sunday Seven. I love this meme because it gives me a chance to reflect on things I should be thankful for and not to concentrate on things that makes me depressed.

I am thankful for my Husband Raul, who is always been patient with me and my family all these years.
I am thankful for my son Angelo, who is always been my assiatant in every way.
I am thankful for my daughter Nicole, who always makes sweet love notes to me everyday.
I am thankful for Maritoni, my 3 year old baby who always keep me entertained by making funny gestures and comments that only a mom can understand.
I am thankful for our Nanny Janet who always makes a me a nice coffee every morning.
I am thankful for my friend Prem, who is always there to listen to my sentiments and just making me feel special.
I am thankful for my blog friends who always leaves nice comments. It really makes my day!

WHAT COLOR IS YOUR AURA?

2007-03-23T10:25:00.000+08:00

Your Aura is Blue

Spiritual and calm, you tend to live a quiet but enriching life.

You are very giving of yourself. And it's hard for you to let go of relationships.

The purpose of your life: showing love to other people

Famous blues include: Angelina Jolie, the Dali Lama, Oprah

Careers for you to try: Psychic, Peace Corps Volunteer, Counselor

What Color Is Your Aura?

QUOTE FOR THE DAY

2007-03-23T09:34:00.000+08:00

True listening,

total concentration on the other,

is always a manifestation of love

- M.Scott Peck

"Quote for the day"

2007-03-22T12:17:00.000+08:00

Friendship is born at that moment

when one person says to another,

"What! You too? I thought

I was the only one."

-C.S Lewis

"Green Curry"

2007-03-21T21:06:00.001+08:00

I just need to put this in my blog! It's the best curry I've ever tasted. My good friend Mekhs made this from all natural ingredients which next time I'll post it here for you to try. Believe me even if I'm on a diet I can't resist it! This happened just this afternoon where I had the opportunity to have lunch with two of my nicest friends Mekhs and Prem. Mekhs is an Indian while Prem is a Malaysian. But despite of our cultural differences we clicked. I just loved spending time with these ladies. They are both down to earth and sincere friends. Thanks Guys!!!

GREEN MINDED?!

2007-03-21T20:01:00.000+08:00

Your Brain is Green

Of all the brain types, yours has the most balance.

You are able to see all sides to most problems and are a good problem solver.

You need time to work out your thoughts, but you don't get stuck in bad thinking patterns.

You tend to spend a lot of time thinking about the future, philosophy, and relationships (both personal and intellectual).

What Color Is Your Brain?

Wordless Wednesday: SISTERS

2007-03-21T19:00:00.000+08:00

THIRTEEEN THINGS I'VE DONE DURING MY 3 MONTHS HIATUS

2007-03-20T18:15:00.000+08:00

December was the busiest month for me because my Nanny had a vacation for a month, which means I was left taking care of my 3 kids.
Prepared a despedida party for my good friend who was to migrate in Australia.
Made some simple recipes for Christmas and New Year’s dinner.
January : Made some minor changes in my kitchen and bought new plates, pots & pans.
Started to go back to the gym: My Nanny came back! Yipeee!!
February: My Mom, sis, aunt & my dear cousin came for a visit.
Toured them around Malaysia
We went to Singapore too.
Almost everyday of Malling and shopping.
Celebrated my 37th birthday
Made one whole scrapbook album for my Auntie.
Helped my sister to make her album too.
Finally had a chance to watch some dvds.

Seven blessings that I'm thankful for

2007-03-19T21:47:00.000+08:00

1. The opportunity God gave me to know Him.

2. His overflowing mercy and provision of grace

3. For miracles and answered prayers in my life

4. His wisdom, guidance and protection

5. For good health and blessings in this world

6. For problems and His promise in the Bible

7. For calling me to be his in his flocks

2007-03-19T18:21:00.002+08:00

2007-03-19T17:35:00.000+08:00

You Are 55% Normal

While some of your behavior is quite normal...

Other things you do are downright strange

You've got a little of your freak going on

But you mostly keep your weirdness to yourself

How Normal Are You?

HOT PANDESAL

2006-12-08T17:55:00.000+08:00

What I missed in the Philippines is eating a hot pandesal (bread) for breakfast. Here in Malaysia there are a wide range of bread to choose from but for me as a Filipino nothing beats a hot pandesal. Since my Nanny left for a one month vacation. I am forced, no other choice to be tied down in the house. If I have to go out I have to bring my three kids along and that will be very stressful for me. To make my time here in the house more productive ( aside from washing, cleaning,baby-sitting...etc.) I decided to do some baking and of course through the influence of my pretty friend Mayan. At first I embarked to making Banana muffins and my youngest daughter Toni 's reaction was YUCK! which means it is not succesful. Then I made Macaroons, according to my Hubby it taste really good. Then I made chocolate chip cookies and burned it. But you know I believe in the saying " Try and try again!" So finally I decided to make this bread and Praise God it taste really good. I found the recipe thru a filipina in Germany. Her name is Beng and I owe it to her because her blog is really nice.

THURSDAY THIRTEEN:

2006-12-08T15:28:00.000+08:00

"THIRTEEN THINGS I DID WHEN I WAS NOT BLOGGING FOR A MONTH"

I made christmas cards.
I tried to baked some muffins ( not succesful!)
I baked some breads (hot pandesal in the Philippines) which is by the way very succesful!
Making christmas gifts for my friends
Baked some chocolate chip cookies.
Watching season 1 & 2 of Grey's anatomy.
Organizing my scrap materials.
Doing belly dancing. :)
Downloading christmas songs.
Decorating our Church with christmas decors.
Organized my daughter's room.
Surfed some recipes in the internet.
Watched this tele novela in You tube.

THURSDAY THIRTEEN:

2006-11-03T19:20:00.000+08:00

THURSDAY THIRTEEN; 13 WORDS/PHRASES MY 2 YEARS OLD DAUGHTER CAN SAY:

Pyess- press
yum-yum-yummy
sit down
go broom-broom?- asking if i'm going out and go driving
tik ker-take care
I youuuu- I love you
night- good night
Norning - Good morning
Plane- airplane
soieee- sorry
dad opis- dad is in the office
otennn pis- open please
oh man!!!

IN OTHER WORDS :GRATITUDE

2006-10-30T22:27:00.000+08:00

I went out today with the pastor's wife who happens to be a very good friend of mine. We had a wonderful time choosing curtains for my house. We shopped till we felt we're already hungry and needed a break. we decided to eat at this very nice cozy Vietnamese Restaurant and got our favorite menu.Then my friend asked me to lead a prayer for our food and during that short and simple prayer I made it struck me How blessed I am now.

To give you a background, I came from a broken family my father left my mom when I was barely one. According to my Mom she had to go to some of our relatives to asked for money for my milk, some will give her, others had declined her. But hey! I grew up as a child to be very chubby (fat) girl. Imagine that! BLESSED I can say.

Then my Mom had to support the five of us and we all graduated from college. Then i met my husband (whom you know now because He is always mentioned in this blog). And now I have three sweet kids.

What more can I asked for? I never thanked God enough for always being there for me.He is always there in good and bad times. Even before I wasn't a christian yet and I look back at my most troublesome, problematic & struggling times, He was there for me I managed to passed through those hard times. He has never abandoned me and I'm here right now, to express my deepest gratitude to my Creator. Thank you dear Father!!

Like The poem "Footprints in the sand" this spoke clearly to me on how He protected me, guided me and loved me.

One night a man had a dream. He dreamedhe was walking along the beach with the LORD.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the LORD.
When the last scene of his life flashed before him,he looked back at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path ofhis life there was only one set of footprints.
He also noticed that it happened at the verylowest and saddest times in his life.
This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it:
"LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way.But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life,there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."
The LORD replied:
"My son, my precious child,I love you and I would never leave you.During your times of trial and suffering,when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."

written by Mary Stevenson

Thursday Thirteen

2006-10-26T16:28:00.000+08:00

My thirteen Favorite Bible verses:

Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
1 Cor. 16:14 Let all that you do be done with love.
Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.
Romans 10:17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Mark 9:23 Jesus said to him, “if you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.”
Proverbs 8:17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently will find me.
1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
James 1:22 Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.
Psalm 18:30 As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.
Isaiah 49:15-16 I will not forget you. See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands.
Joshua 1:9 Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
1 John 4:7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.
Habakkuk 3:19 The Lord God is my strength; He will make my feet like deer’s feet, and He will make me walk on my high hills.

In Other words

2006-10-24T09:00:00.000+08:00

"Has someone seen the life I planned? It seems it's been misplaced

I've looked in every cornerIt's lost without a trace..."

~ Beth Moore~From the poem: "The Life I Planned "

I'm the type of person who don't make plans...Coming from a broken family I felt less blessed because I thought God loves me a little less than my fellow believers soI just go with the flow but lookingat my life now I know that God all along has made a plan for me.

I never planned that I'll marry and have a wonderful husband. I never planned that i will be here in Malaysia and be just a stay home mom. I never planned to have three kids. I never planned to have a life like this...peaceful, calm & contented. Sometimes I asked God If I deserved all of these and He answered "For I know the plans I have for you...plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and future"- Jeremiah 29:11

Now it all makes sense If we seek God with all our heart we will find Him and He will give us the things He knows that we need and deserved.Praise God!

Thursday Thirteen edition #63

2006-10-19T09:08:00.000+08:00

I'm so sorry for not posting my Thursday thirteen last week! Things have been crazy lately and only now that I managed to get a hold on my computer. anyway this is my post for this week:

Thirteen random things on my mind today:

I'm here at my car's service center and I'm wondering how much will I pay? (he he he)
My very good friend is leaving for Australia anytime soon and I really feel sad about about it. Shes' the closest friend I ever had.
My youngest daughter is down with a flu and I just pray she will recover really soon.
I was invited by my son's teacher to hold a small art activity for them next week and I still don't have any idea ! HELP!!!
When I get home I want to make cards for christmas, I have lots of friends and I think I need more time to do it.
I hope my maid cleaned the aquarium...
I need to have manicure and pedicure today! My nails look awful!
I feel hungry...
What food will I'll prepare for the party I will host for my gym friends next month?
I think I'm running out of stickers...
It's so cute to know that my 12 year old boy is starting to have crushes.
I have to call my sister...
I have to make my devotion more regular..(very embarassing)

wordless wednesday: HAPPINESS

2006-10-18T10:46:00.000+08:00

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IN OTHER WORDS

2006-10-10T18:19:00.000+08:00

"It doesn’t matter what is behind you as much

as it matters who is beside you."

~ Ellen ~"Laced with Grace"

I've been blessed all my life and only now when I became a christian that I realized that God really loves me. I've been insecure,unhappy, selfish etc. But He forgave me and gave me a new life. This week's quote would be inappropriate for me if I would not say that My Lord has been with me all these years.People can dissapoint you but Our God is perfect and He will understand us no matter what.

I never experienced this kind of inner peace,joyand love until now and I know He will continue to be beside me all the days of my life.And for these I blessed my fellow believers with these verses;

"That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith;that ye being rooted and grounded in love."-Ephesians 3:17

GOD BLESS!!

THURSDAY THIRTEEN

2006-10-05T16:30:00.000+08:00

THIRTEEN MOVIES I LOVED TO WATCH

Sleepless in Seattle
While you were sleeping
The Lake House
My date with Drew
50 First Dates
Love Actually
Finding Nemo
Bruce Almighty
Wedding Planner
Raising Helen
In Her Shoes
Narnia
Erin Brockovich

IN OTHER WORDS

2006-10-03T08:43:00.000+08:00

"A husband is a guy who tells you when you’ve got on too much lipstick and helps you with your girdle when your hips stick."~ Ogden Nash ~

My Husband and I have been married for almost 14 years now and before we got married we dated almost 3 years, so to sum it up we've been together for almost 17 years now. WOW! Imagine that, I never imagined myself living with someone that long. :)

But through it all I have no regrets. He remained to be faithful, honest and a good father to my children.Honest in the sense that if he doesn't like what he sees he will tell you up front. Actually sometimes...errr most of the time He is so brutally honest. To give you some examples,I've listed some of his "HONESTY" through the years:

He is my no.1 fan and he keeps on mentioning that I look better now than before we got married (nope I'm not into cosmetic surgeries. :) )
He is my worst critique. He will definitely tell me if I look funny in the clothes I wear, make-ups I put on or even the shade of my lipstick.
He'll definitely tell you if you're gaining weight.

and the list goes on...but hey! God gave husbands so that we don't need to look in the mirror because definitely when some people will lead you on our husbands are the ones that will tell you the truth even if it hurts.For them "Honesty is the best policy."

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FLOWERS part2

2006-09-29T13:32:00.000+08:00

I loved taking pictures of flowers. I'm not a professional photographer but It really calms me whenever i see flowers whether on the road or any trips I go to.

Thursday Thirteen: 13 things I loved about my Friends

2006-09-28T11:19:00.000+08:00

THIRTEEN THINGS I LOVED ABOUT MY FRIENDS In no particular order:

Their there for you through good times and bad (all of my friends).
They remind you why you love teaching children (all of my former co-teachers.
You can talk to each other for hours about computer, blogs, stickers and scrap booking gadgets and still both of you don’t get bored. (Mayan)
Even if you don’t see each other you know that she loves you and she remains loyal to your friendship. (Sally, Patring, Joyce B.,Joyce D.& , Meah)
Despite of age difference you still have lots in common ( Mother Glo)
She tells you what’s the latest in Fashion! ( Jules)
She calls you up to check why you didn’t come to the gym. (Penny)
His love and loyalty keeps you going (Raul).
They will bring you out when you’re in town.(Kay & Teng)
She listens to you’re whining even if it so early in the day. (Riza, Sis.Glo & Prem)
You loved each other’s company even if there’s a saying that 3 is a crowd. (Mekhs, Prem and Me).
She cried when I told her I’m getting married and still cries whenever I need to go back here in Malaysia. (Sonia)
They make my life WORTHWHILE! (All of my Friends)

THIRTEEN THINGS

2006-09-14T10:34:00.000+08:00

Thirteen Things about why I love my husband!(a birthday gift for you!)

He is still young looking at 40!
He smells good all the time.
He used lotion after taking a bath.
He' so cute when he danced.
His wisdom is beyond his age.
He spoils me.
He spoils the kids.
He makes me laugh
He is so well organized.
He take s care of my Mom & my sister.
He's a good son & Brother
He is a Christian.
he's my bestest FRIEND!!!

Links to other Thursday Thirteens!

1. What's your thirteen?

I WILL FOLLOW YOU.....FOLLOW YOU WHEREVER YOU MAY GO!!!

2006-09-12T23:01:00.000+08:00

FRIENDS:IN OTHER WORDS

2006-09-09T14:09:00.000+08:00

"Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, "What! You too? I thought I was the only one!"
~ C.S. Lewis ~

Since I was young I really valued friendships, coming from a broken family made me insecure and the only thing that keeps me going are friends. I am 36 years old now and friendships has come into a different level. After reading this quote from C.S. Lewis , it made me think hard as to whom I can adressed this quote? Maybe its....Nah! not her or _______, nope not her either! Then It striked me! My sister Sonia! Eversince we were kids we share the same passion for everything from clothes to food and even with music. We've been through a lot and have been there for each other countless times. We have the same interest and style and it has been a blessing that we share the same faith. How blessed can you be when you're best friend is your sister?!

2006-09-07T23:43:00.000+08:00

Thirteen Things about ME...CACA Denise has presented a challenge to TT’ers for this weeks Edition:“I would like to challenge all Thirteeners to come up with 13 things they like about themselves.I feel like we, as women, spend so much time scrutinizing ourselves that we sometimes forget the good stuff.”So here's my list of the 13 things I like about myself in no particular order:

I 'm proud of my creativity.
I laugh a lot.
I make people laugh with me.
I am thoughtful.
I love caring for my friends.
I am a good mom to my kids.
I'm a good dancer.
I 'm a fast learner.
I love challenges they keep me going!
I love to read!
I love my charisma with other children and I thank God for this talent he has given me.
I love my husband dearly and i would do anything to make him happy.
I love my current state right now compared to my life before when I was not a christian. Now my life has been great even if when times are rough I know Our Lord is with me.

Friends Forever?

2006-09-05T08:42:00.000+08:00

Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.-- Unknown *

You know that feeling - that new friendship. You meet someone and you instantly know that you click. It just feels right. It's almost a romantic feeling, finding that stranger who turns out to be so in sync with you. You laugh about the same things, gripe about the same things and find yourselves finishing each other's sentences. It's heaven.
You and your new friend, the soul mate you have found at the laundry, share everything in those first few months of newness. You tell her about the time you tripped and fell in front of the entire school, she tells you about how she chipped her tooth on the Ferris wheel, you tell her how you snuck out of the house to meet a boy when you were 15, she tells you how she dated a boy that her mother hated, and so on.
The friendship is easy, comfortable and liberating. It isn't long before you tell your new friend your darkest secrets, your most vulnerable moments. Your heart empties into her lap and it feels so good.
But, what happens when the friendship starts to unravel? Not that it is ultimately destined to unravel, but what if it does? Is it wise to pour out your soul so quickly to this once stranger? Do we open up our hearts only to have them bruised at a later date when we discover that the friend-of-our-dreams turns out to be not so?

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Note: I believe in friendships...I do. When I look at someone and I began to know them they are forever in my hearts, but sometimes things happened and the magic of friendship simply vanished away. Is it my fault? Or Is it my friends fault? Irregardless of whose fault is it. The fact remains that both of you didn't do something to save the friendship and that is so sad.I believe in the saying "It takes two to tango" so I know that its partly my fault because I didn't tell my friend that I was hurting inside. All I have to do now is just move on and pray that this friend of mine would find a true friend that would understand the emotion my friend is having, what's on my friends mind and just understand my friend.

Favorite Movie quotes

2006-08-29T12:48:00.000+08:00

My Bestfriend's Wedding
"If you love someone you say it, you say it right then, out loud, or the moment just... passes you by."

Indecent Proposal
"If you ever want something badly, let it go. If it comes back to you, then it's yours forever. If it doesn't, then it was never yours to begin with."

Notting Hill
William:"I live in Notting Hill. You live in Beverly Hills. Everyone in the world knows who you are."
Anna: "I'm also just a girl, standing infront of a boy asking him to love her."

The Bridges of Madison County
"I don't want to need you,'cause i can't have you."

Untamed Heart
Caroline: "You love with your heart and soul, not your heart."
Adam: (touching his chest) "then how come i hurt here when you're not with me?"

Jerry Maguire
Jerry: "I love you. You...complete me."
Dorothy: "shut up....just shut up. You had me at hello... you had me at hello.."

Runaway Bride
"Look, I guarantee that we'll have tough times. And I guarantee that at some point, one or both if us will want to get out of this thing. But I also guarantee that if i don't ask you to be mine I'll regret this for the rest of my life. Because i know in my heart. you're the only one for me."

Moulin Rouge
"the greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.."

When Harry ment Sally
"It's not because I'm lonely. And it's not because its New Year's Eve. i came here tonight because when you realize you have to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible."

The Notebook
"...they didn't agree on much...in fact they didn't agree on anything...they fought all the time, and they challenged each other everyday..

but despite their differences, they had one important thing in common...
...they were crazy about each other..."

My Celebrity-look alikes!

2006-08-28T18:34:00.000+08:00

Oh my Gosh!!!! Grabe na itoh!!! kamukha ko pala ang bida ng "Memoirs of a Geisha "! Sobrang kagandahan ito ( hayaan nyo na akong mag-ilusyon...he he he) anyway this is so much fun...please try it too.

eto naman si Raul di ko kakilala yung iba pero masaya nako at kamukha nya si Kevin Costner he he he

My Children...My LIfe

2006-08-22T20:21:00.000+08:00

I never thought I would say this but I'm happy just being a mom! I used to be sour graping because I can't do what I loved to do( I love teaching!) I spent all my time in school taking care of other kids.Not realizing I miss all the fun with Angelo and Nicole. Only now that I realized it when I had Toni. They are really well-behaved kids (except Toni) he he he. And I am really proud of them. Their "MY LIFE" (of course you too, Sweetheart)

God has indeed blessed me so much!

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CHANGE!

2006-08-14T11:17:00.000+08:00

"Attitude by Bonnie Ann "
We all have those days that start off with anger and upset,
regarding the kids, the spouse or the job, etc., when we really feel...
"out of control" -but we CAN do something about it!

We should know that we
CANNOT change anyone else,
but we CAN change our OWN attitudes or adjust OUR
ways of thinking or behaving!
Not EXPECTING things from others and EASING up on
ourselves, will make for a more peaceful..."YOU!"

We can stay angry,
upset and frustrated...OR choose to take a few deep breaths
and decide to take control of our OWN ATTITUDES and
BEHAVIORS and instead of a frenzied day...
have a more smooth flowing, peaceful day!

YES...this can take some time to
learn...But as they say...practice makes perfect!
Wouldn't it be WORTH IT? - To be able to have control over your reactions
and attitudes, especially if this is the only way for YOU
to find your inner PEACE!

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I just realized that to make my life easier I have to change my attitude... If I can't get people to do it my way might as well do it their own way. You may call it Martyr but never mind, as I know my rewards in heaven is much more greater with what people can reward me here on earth.

In Other Words

2006-08-11T11:17:00.000+08:00

“Remember, we all stumble, every one of us.
That’s why it’s a comfort to go hand in hand.”
~ Emily Kimbrough ~

I am so blessed that God has given me wonderful friends in this lifetime, if not maybe I'll go crazy! One of my truest friend is a lady who is almost like my mom. She is someone I can truly rely on when the going gets tough. We met through a common friend...at first I didn't like her for reasons I just don't know but slowly I have drawn close to her and proven she is really a nice person.She was there when I was in labor with my third child, when the nurse asked me who she was I told her she's my mom and eversince we are always mistaken to be mother & daughter. I never imagined myself to have a friend who is almost like my mom ( not to offend her) but it's just that I thought because of our age difference we don't have many things in common but it turned out the other way around. She has been a a very good companion, friend, shock absorber, tourist guide(though we end up always getting lost), mother, grandmother (to my kids) and lastly she is an inspiration for me because her faith is truly pure and it is nice to emulate her. To you my friend "You are truly God's blessing to me!

2006-08-08T20:49:00.000+08:00

Serenity Prayer

"US"

2006-08-07T22:38:00.000+08:00

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"MINE"

2006-07-13T20:01:00.000+08:00

A TODDLER'S CREED

IF I LIKE IT....IT'S MINE
IF IT IS IN MY HAND...IT'S MINE
IF I CAN TAKE IT FROM YOU...IT'S MINE
IF I HAD IT AWHILE AGO...IT'S MINE
IF I'M DOING OR BUILDING SOMETHING...ALL THE PIECES ARE MINE!
IF IT LOOKS JUST LIKE MINE...IT'S MINE
IF IT IS BROKEN...IT'S YOURS

credits layout: Two peas in a bucket.July freebies

Mama

2006-07-11T19:10:00.000+08:00

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Flower

2006-07-11T14:01:00.000+08:00

“If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly,

our whole life would change.”

This picture was taken thru my cellphone in my Mom's garden...If we could only see God's miracle in this flower we would not complain in our complicated life...If God can make beautiful flowers then He can make us a beautiful flower too in His eyes!

Slumbook

2006-07-06T20:50:00.000+08:00

Noong nasa Highschool ako madalas ako pasahan ng slumbook, syempre pag pinasahan ako babasahin ko agad yung page nung crush ko, hoping ako ang nakalagay dun (kahit initials lang) Etong mga tanong ko dito syempre di na pang highschool (ang tanda ko na ano!)

1.Nickname : Caca
Actually dito sa Malaysia di ako nagpapatawag nun kasi dito ang caca ay yaya he he he tama na mapagkamalan akong yaya pag namamalengke ako.

2. how many years married
13 years and 7 months

3. Hubby's pet name for you.
Sweetheart

4. Your pet name for hubby.
Sweetheart

Nung nagsisimula pa lang kami ganon na ang tawagan namin kahit galit, bati,naguutos, sinisigawan pati mga anak namin minsan nagkakamali na sa tawag sa amin..

5. You are the mother of...
3 kids, 1 boy and two girls

6. What occupies your time other than your family. (hobbies)
Internet, scrapbooking, crafts. I read a lot, I write, I blog.

7. occupation:
A stay home mom ( driver, cook, assistant ng asawa ko,nurse etc...)

8. Which celebrity do you most resemble
Nung bata ako sabi ng mommy ko kamukha ko daw si Janice de Belen kasi super iyakin sya nung Flordeluna days nya eh ganon din ako... Nung lumaki ako (sana nga lumaki ako) Naging si Harlene Bautista tapos may classmate ako sabi kamukha ko daw si Gina Alajar ( ano ba yun?!) Sya, sya sya, ok na din at least artista pa rin tapos ngayon naman na ako'y ehem...Matured na kamukha ko na Mom ko ( aba?!) mas gusto ko yun kasi maganda mommy ko meaning??...La lng

9. Wholesome addictions
Internet, coffee, going to the gym

10. what do you say when you get surprised?
Ay!

11. Five sentences that best describe yourself.
I love small kids
I like things messy
( kaya nga naasar asawa ko sakin eh)
I am protective of my family
(in case you dont' get it yet :)
I am a compulsive buyer ( kaya lagi nagrereklamo asawa ko) I love dancing ( pasayawin mo na ako wag mo lng ako pakantahin)

12. most/least favorite part of your body
Most - my skin- flawless daw sabi ng asawa ko he he he
Least - my hair- kakarebond eto dry na

13. special dish you can cook and a dish you specialize on burning.
Special dish -adobo, TOCINO, menudo
Special burnt dish - baked macaroni -ewan ko kung bakit

14. fave song
as of now mga Christian songs tsaka kanta pa rin ni Barry Manilow (baduy ano?) Nagagandahan din ako sa mga kanta ni Michael Buble

15. most embarassing moment
ah, there are many. I don't want to relieve them.

16. FAvorite egg recipe.
Tomato and onion omelette

17. Unique talent
Sabi nila talented daw ako pagdating sa pagturo sa mga bata. Kasi dito sa Malaysia, teacher ako ng Kids Ministry namin

18. what makes you unique as wife/mom
Well...paglalaban ko talaga ang mga anak ko (di naman sa patayan) pero makikipaglaban ako. Sa asawa ko naman syempre I'll always be here for him(1,000%) support him all the way!

19. Dream you want to achieve
Simple lng ako basta nasa ayos lahat masaya na ako basta God's will

20. Favorite book
Purpose Driven Life

Why? This book definitely tells us kung ano ang silbi mo dito sa earth!!

21. Favorite Movies
In her shoes(because it's the story of two sisters), Sweet Home Alabama (dnt ask me) The notebook (hayyy para akong nasa highschool pag napapnood ko ito)

22.Favorite bible verse

"The Lord is my rock and fortress and my deliverer- Psalm 18:2

23. favorite quote:
You get the best out of others when you give the best of yourself.- Harry Firestone

Like father like son

2006-06-23T23:11:00.000+08:00

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