The Story of my Life

When Husbo told me that he got a call from GMA 7 requesting for an interview, I was the one more excited. He told me not to be too excited as we don't know if it was going to push thru. It did the next day.

The interview took 2 hours but with all the editing, his tv exposure took only more or less 20 seconds. OK na rin! hahahaha

Proud of you honeypop! :)

We're not and I'm starting to get worried. With earthquakes and tsunamis happening here and there, I know I need to do something to make our family ready in case it hits us. God forbid. I know there's nothing we can do to stop it. What we can do is be prepared for the worst in the hope that if it happens, God forbid again, we'll be ready and we have something to sustain us until help reaches us. Today, I got a list of items that should be included in an emergency kit. I'm sharing it with you so that you can make your own kit at home:

FIRST AID KIT Sterile Gauze, adhesive tape, alcohol, betadine, band aid, diatabs, biogesic and bioflu
FOOD Cereal, coffee mix, candy canned goods, biscuits, mixed nuts/dried fruits, jelly, water and noodles
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES Disposable utensils - plates, spoon, fork, glass, transistor radio, flashlight, extra battery, swiss knife, whistle (1 for each family member), rechargeable lamp, candle, lighter and can opener
HYGIENE Bath soap, facial wash, napkin, feminine wash, napkin, shampoo, toilet paper, deodorant, off lotion, comb, powder, laundry soap, toothbrush, and toothpaste

CLOTHES/BEDDINGS Rain gear/jacket, air pillows, garbage bag, blanket, towel, pants, shirts and underwear socks
MISCELLANEOUS Telephone numbers, bank account numbers, cash, paper and pen, cellphone, charger, permanent records in ziplock, picture of family members

The Shower no. 1 I mentioned before is actually Baby Shower no. 2 as my officemates, meaning friends from the Department I belong to, organized a baby shower for me last week. I had so much fun and was overwhelmed with their love and gifts. Thank you guys for taking the time and effort to share this great blessing with us. Our thanks also to those who organized the party--you know who you are. Here are some photos:

Everyone lining up for the food. We had Kare-kare, chicken pastel, rellenong bangus, barbeque, Costa Brava cake and Chocolate Sansrival Gelato. Too bad my taste buds were out of commission at that time so I didn't get to enjoy the food that much.

The game masters - Ryah and Gil. Aside from them, Pam and Magel organized the shower. Thank you girls!

Group 1 busy answering the game. I think it was about matching the childhood memory to a specific person in the group.

Here are some of my takeaways:

Rubber mat, bottle cleaning agent and toy.

The travel bugs in Husbo and I have been restrained. The only out of town we did was Subic which was a few weeks ago. We’ve not made other plans after that. And now that summer is just around the corner, I can’t help but think of the possible places he and I could be at right now.

The first on the list would be Palawan, Coron to be more specific. A lot of my friends have been there and all the photos I’ve seen were breath taking. I want to be there myself. I want to take the same photos. I want to swim in the lake and see how clear the water is. I want to get away from city life and be one with nature. Jom and his highschool friends have planned a trip to Coron in September. I’m not sure if we can leave the baby behind but we booked the ticket just the same. I’m sure we’ll figure out something when it’s time.

I’d also like to be in a beach. Boracay, Davao, Batangas maybe? I don’t know where. I just want to lie down in a beach, basking in the sun while enjoying my chilled juice and favorite book.

We’d also probably be in Misibis Bay. Husbo and I have been in Bicol twice doing the same thing—Mayon Volcano visit, diving with the Butandings and wakeboarding—but we’ve never been to the newest resort in Bicol, Misibis Bay.

I could go on and on about the places we want to go to but it would only torture me so I’d stop here. I have more reason to be thankful for than feel sorry about the things I can’t do.

There've been a few times that the husbo caught me praying aloud in bed. It has become a habit because I'm teaching Kara how to pray at this early stage.

Husbo and I have been discussing our new home's interior for several weeks already. And we can't seem to agree on one design. He has ideas but since I'm not really that creative, I can't picture some of the ideas he he's been presenting to me, and vise versa.


Today I searched the net for ideas. I ended up searching for nursery room interior designs. They are waaaayyy too cute and if I had the resources to make them for my little girl, I'd gladly do it. Here are my choices:

I like this one because of the alphabets on the wall and the mural on the other side.

This one has a princess feel. I like the area rug, the mirror and chandelier. Parang royal blood lang ang occupant.

This is for teenagers. But only if we have two girls. :)

I woke up last Saturday feeling a sickly, we came home late the previous night from the YDWTL weekend and my cough and cold have been giving me a hard time sleeping since Wednesday night. But Saturday was a busy day for Husbo and I so I had to be up and about early.


First, we went to see my OB for my semi-monthly check-up. We were there on time but my OB was in the DR doing emergency CS on one of her patients. I was no. 7 in line, if we followed that order we won't make it to our 2:00pm appointment at Cedar Crest. So I used my charm on her secretary. And guess what?? It was effective because I was the 3rd person to see my OB. The check up was quick, she prescribed a few meds for my cold and cough. Then she asked if we want to have your 3d/4d today. Which came as a surprise to me because I thought we can only have it in a week or two.


Of course, we both said yes. So after seeing her, we went straight to the ultrasound room. When we got there, the sonologist checked if the baby was in the right position for the ultrasound. Unfortunately, they said, she was lying face down so it was difficult to get a good picture of her. They asked me to come back but husbo and I have a 2pm appointment so we left and decided to have the ultrasound somewhere else.


After TMC, we went to Cedar Crest for unit inspection. Everything seemed in order from my point of view. So we have no qualms signing the papers for turnover. We sat there for a few more minutes and discussed the interior design that the husbo had in mind. We haven't agreed on anything yet but he was needed somewhere else so we left after about 30-45 minutes.


Then, we went to Husbo's project in San Lorenzo Vill, Makati, to drop off his worker's compensation. The house is almost finished. From where I was the house look stunning. One passerby even said, it looks like a resort. FYI, the house is Japanese-inspired. It has 3 structures --the main house, the teahouse, and the maid's house. Ang yaman lang ng may ari! hahahaha.


From the site, we went to The Link in Glorietta, where the ultrasound clinic was. Had our very late lunch at a nearby restaurant before our appointment. Then during our lunch, I'd whisper to the baby asking her to turn so that she'd be in perfect position for the ultrasound.

The time came for the ultrasound and she was still facing down. The OB did try to get pictures from a different angle. But most of the photos were from one side only, out of the i-dont-know-how-many she only got one frontal view. Which is this:

From this picture it is evident that the baby got Husbo's nose...which the husbo despises. Hehehe. He wants her to get my nose, not his. hehehe. Anyway, we're scheduled for re-scan this week. Hope we have a full frontal by then.


It was an eventful day for our family. And even though my energy level was dwindling, I didn't mind because the mere sight of the baby kept me strong and happy. Whattaday!

I pray that this catastrophe will soon come to an end and that no more lives will be sacrificed.

I pray that you receive all the help you can get from countries all over the world.

I pray that other countries who have nuclear plants will shut down their own plants after seeing what happened to the nuclear plant in Japan.

I pray that the people who have been affected stay faithful and steadfast in Your love, dear Lord.

I pray that nothing like this happen again in the near future so we can recover and learn from it.

I pray that you get enough food and warm clothes.

I pray for those who have not been saved yet, may the Lord lead the rescuers way to you so that you can be brought to safer grounds.

I pray that everyone prays for you so that the Lord can hear us and He'll save us from all these.

These we ask in Jesus' name, Amen Lord Amen.

I turned 6 years in ADB this March. But to be more accurate, I actually have been here for 8 years already. Wew! This company has seen the best and worst in me. I am thankful, though, because ADB has provided so much for me and my family. If I weren't here I don't know where I'd be.

I'm happy where I am now. It's not as glamorous as advertising, events and marketing. Nor is it as high-paying as the IT industry. I'm happy here because the people are nice, the pay is just right for my needs and the facilities are well maintained and up to date with recent technological developments. The company promotes work-life balance so your time for yourself and your family is untouched.

I love it here because I get to meet people of different cultures. I've had several bosses in the last 8 years and most of them are big-hearted people. One person I really love and miss is my previous boss, Caroline. We worked together for more or less 2 years until she moved to Nepal. And 2 years after she left, we're still in touch, thanks to Facebook! And recently, she left this message for me.

Of course, the thought of NY got me (and the husbo) excited! But more than that I am thankful that she appreciates the work I have done for her. And despite the years we've been apart, she still remembers what we have and what we've shared. I hope she gets NY, not because I know it's a great deal for me, but more because she's great at what she does, and a very hardworking and passionate woman who pursues development by all means. I won't be surprised if I see her in the UN Headquarters one day.

Husbo and I were with our YDWTL family at Subic two weeks ago. It was the first time in such a long time that we were able to join them. I'm glad we got to relax more because I know husbo needed a break from his stressful project.

As you already know, yesterday I made some online purchases via Amazon. What you don't know is that that was my first time. And I'm soooo proud of myself!!!!

At first I was a little apprehensive cause I wasn't sure if the site was secure to give out my credit card details and if there were other hidden charges aside from the actual price of the product I was purchasing. But thanks to my amazon-expert friends and everything went well.

I bought the stroller I've been wanting to buy for the bebe. Although they cost a little higher than most brands, I've heard good reviews about this brand and if you buy it in local stores here in Manila they would cost so much more. Buying it from the US would still cost cheaper even after adding the shipping cost.

The second purchase I made yesterday was for the breastpump. I ordered it from a US distributor who was selling it 50% cheaper than local prices. That's a lot of savings don't you think???

Anyway, I'm just happy that I was able to accomplish that. I've been stressing about it the past couple of months because I want to get them before I give birth and now, all I have to do is wait til it comes.

Was a hilong talong yesterda. Had so many things on my to-do list and for some reason, I can't seem to figure out which one to do first, and all these I have to accomplish because most of them are for my baby.


I did the following:


1. Learned the ins and outs of ordering at Amazon and placed order for a stroller for Bebe

2. Ordered breastpump from a US Distributor

3. Coordinated with Turnover Manager for our unit in Cedar Crest

4. Draw the initial guest list for the baby shower

5. Requested catering quotation from Darlene and Edison

6. Worked on Staff Council matters

7. Ordered blue folders for a loan signing in India

8. Work on various things

9. Work some more.

10. Coordinated with Anna on our schedule for Baby Registry



And then, in the next few weeks, I will be busy doing the following:


Mar 11 (Today) - Baby Registry at Baby and Co.
Mar 12 - Breastfeeding Seminar (9-12)
Mar 12-13 Brainstorming with Husbo on Home's interior design
Mar 18 - Baby Registry at Rustan's
Mar 19 - Check-up (AM) and Unit Inspection (PM)
Mar 20 - Charlotte's Party and Grand Mass at Days
Mar 27 - Bea's party
Mar 31 - Baby shower with the HB's
Apr 2 - Check-up and Baby Shower

While in Subic, our friends were talking about how heavenly this cookie sandwich is, and because I was a big fan of Oreo cookies, I had to grab one for myself from Duty Free. I love Oreo because even though its chocolate, it has the bitter taste of dark chocolate which makes it less sweeter than other chocolate cookies.

This, on the other hand, is just way too sweet for me. I think what makes the original Oreo flavor a hit is that the cookie balances the sweetness of the filling, a perfect match to your glass of milk. For the Golden Oreo, it's vanilla filling on cream cookie and that makes it hell sweet. But to offset that sweetness, perhaps pairing it up with a cup of coffee will do the trick? You should try it.

This song makes my heart flutter whenever I hear it. Makes me grateful to have someone and be someone's someone.



Marry Me
by Train

Forever can never be long enough for me
To feel like I've had long enough with you
Forget the world now we won't let them see
But there's one thing left to do
Now that the weight has lifted
Love has surely shifted my way

Marry Me
Today and every day
Marry Me
If I ever get the nerve to say
Hello in this cafe
Say you will
Mm-hmm
Say you will
Mm-hmm

Together can never be close enough for me
To feel like I am close enough to you
You wear white and I'll wear out the words I love you
And you're beautiful
Now that the wait is over
And love and has finally shown her my way

Marry me
Today and every day
Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe
Say you will
Mm-hmm
Say you will
Mm-hmm

Promise me
You'll always be
Happy by my side
I promise to
Sing to you
When all the music dies

And marry me
Today and everyday
Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe
Say you will
Mm-hmm
Say you will
Marry me
Mm-hmm