First Time...

yep, she is going to school and it just gives us different emotions.

excited

...for we are first time parents of a pre-schooler

...for she is going to make friends

...for she is going to make a lot of "first time"

...for she will be wearing a school uniform and a personalized P.E. t-shirt :)

...for she will definitely be getting a lot of STARs and SMILEYs :)

scared

...for it is an entirely new world for her

...for there might be some bullies in her class

...for I can't be there inside her classroom the whole time to watch her

...for I have to let her do her stuffs "on her own"

...for I will have to let go of her hand and trust that she will survive the pre-schooler world

happy

...for she will learn a lot, i know

...for she will be more matured

...for she will be happy, too...

with her new friends, school, teacher and environment :)

Real Friends, Sweet Friends

they just don't forget you, even if you do not call their attention in the most trying times they simply appear and be a friend, to laugh with you, to cry with you, to hear you out, share their minds and scrap sarap. :)

yoyin. she has been there to be my real life lawyer and super friend :) hahamakin ang lahat maipagtanggol ka lamang. :)

tna. good listening ear. shoulder to cry on. samahan mo pa ng asawa nyang super cool and kulit. coolest tandem.

g-ann. you simply can't determine why, but you simply have the same "wave lengths." nafeel mo na ba yung, basta maiisip mo lang yung isang tao tapos magtetext sya sayo tapos pareho pa kayo ng naiiisip? hehehe. ganito kame. pati songs in mind. pati diskarte minsan. hehehe. sama mo pa si tuts and tita almah. :)

ate marissa, malayo man malapit pa din! true! she doesn't forget. she always remembers. she sends you stuffs that you don't expect... all her love, her hugs, kisses and scrap stuffs... hehehe. and last Mother's Day, got this nicest gift ever from her. :) thanks ate marissa! c u sa october!

Haven't Been Able to Scrap a LO

... so i made these cards instead.

this one for my dear hubby for an i-love-you day card :)


dear daughter loves seeing me scrap so she can also get the chance to get a-hold of my scrap stuffs



she loves the card...




and the camera too :)

I also made this card for a dear friend on her birthday.

Thanks for looking! :)

I'm back... for MORE :)

I missed scrapping.
I missed blogging.
I missed taking pictures.
I missed surfing the net.
I missed a lot, but it's alright.
It was all for a good cause.
For things are better today. :)

I took a much needed break from all the extras in my life.
I had to take charge.
I had to direct my life where it should be going.
I learned. I still am. And I will learn more.
To make tomorrow better. :)

I thank God for everything that has happened.

Sometimes, we fail to notice that the things that we consider not so important are the ones that matter to the people we love, we care for, to them whom we want to keep the rest of our lives.
Sometimes, those that are most important to us are already slipping away without us noticing it. For we have failed to care more, to listen more and to understand more.
And when it hits us, it might already be too late.
So even if you do not want to, you just have to let go, move on and accept things as they are.
Then that is the only time we learn, realize and appreciate everything.
And just when you already stopped hoping, the least we expect happens.
And you can't be thankful enough; for you are better. :)

I am just really excited.
Old family but renewed and stonger relationship.
Old friends but renewed and lasting friendship.

I am back!
To learn, to love, to believe, to understand, to laugh, to scrap... every happy moment... MORE :)

Better in Time

Lyrics | Leona Lewis lyrics - Better In Time lyrics

What does your Birthday Mean?

You Are a Mystic

You are an island. You don't need anyone else to make you happy. And though you see yourself as a loner, people are drawn to you. Deep and sensitive, you tend to impress others with your insights. You also tend to be psychic - so listen to that inner voice! Your strength: Your self sufficiency Your weakness: You despise authority Your power color: Maroon Your power symbol: Hammer Your power month: July

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

Sentiment

My lil girl can definitely sing along when this song is being played... she goes "go on girl, go on girl" then raps with undecipherable lyrics.. haha!

--------------------------------
I can't get it back, but I don't want it back,
I realized that, she don't know how to act
Never been a dumb dude No I'm not dense
I Just had a slight lack Of common sense
I was the good guy She was the bad girl
I'm thinking one girl
She thinking me, earl james and jimmy
Yep she had plenty
But love for me, she didn't have any

I was inviting, her into my heart
But she was out riding in some other man's car
She was my night time, thought I was her star
Guess I was wrong, but see I'm strong
Wont take me long for me to move on

Please don't worry bout me I'm fine
(Please don't worry bout me I'm fine)
Only gonna play the fool one time
(Only gonna play the fool one time)
Trust me when I say That i'll be ok
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl

I cant get it back, but I don't want it back,
I realized that, she don't know how to act
Tried to settle down and look what I get
Thought it was my time, but I guess not yet
She at the bar getting drinks from many men
I'm in the house, thinking she's with her girlfriends
Trust not knowing, truly not knowing
I look back now like, man, I was open

I was inviting, her into my heart
But she was out riding in some other man's car
She was my night time, thought I was her star
Guess I was wrong, but see I'm strong
Wont take me long for me to move on

Please don't worry bout me I'm fine
(Please dont worry bout me I'm fine)
Only gonna play the fool one time
(Only gonna play the fool one time)
Trust me when I say that I'll be ok
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl

The mistake I made is clear
(we never shoulda been together)
That's the reason you're not here
(I know that I can do much better)
Not a single salty tear
Not a feeling in my chest
Baby I'm feeling no stress
I'm too fly to be depressed

Go on Girl
Go on Girl
Go on Girl
Go on Girl

Please don't worry bout me im fine
(Please don't worry bout me im fine)
Only gonna play the fool one time
(Only gonna play the fool one time)
Trust me when I say That i'll be ok
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl (Go on girl)
Go on girl

...

A friend told me this: When I was in a hard time, I came across a Bible verse: Exodus 14:14 - "The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still."

Dear Daughter

Last night before we went to sleep, she told me "Mommy, mahal na mahal kita." 

We always tell her how we love her but not in our language. So I was really surprised when she told me that.  Can't really tell how happy I am for how she has grown to be expressive and sweet. Every mother's heart would definitely jump for joy if you hear the same. 

Blog Awards

I received these awards from a dear friend, Gracie Ann. Thanks dearie! :)

She asked me to mention FIVE addictions and pass the awards on to FIVE other fabulous blogs.
I am addicted to:
1) Scrapbooking (scrapshopping yata mas applicable term. lol)

2) Taking Pictures
3) Badminton (Id definitely hit the court everyday if I just have the time)

4) Dancing (I just really don't have time for this.. again)

5) Working (lol)

I am awarding the above-mentioned awards to:

1. Jebe

2. Jenill

3. Yvette

4. Tna

5. Ads

Enjoy your awards girls! and please pass it on to other five fabulous blogs. Thanks!

Time Flies...

2005, July 6th, a day before my birthday, we were so worried for we thought we were going to loose her. Hubby kept me strong and our only prayer was for God to let us keep her. Next month, on the 18th of February, she'll be three years old and she is just unstoppable. I can't thank God enough for giving us the most wonderful blessing. :)

I took her to the mall with me yesterday and we had our id pictures taken for some documents I want to finish. After the ID picture taking, I thought we take some fun shots, too. Just want to share it with you. :)

Can you see the similarities? hehehe.

What ROMELY means :)

You Are Carefree and Passionate

You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something. You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense. You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun. You are well rounded, with a complete perspective on life. You are solid and dependable. You are loyal, and people can count on you. At times, you can be a bit too serious. You tend to put too much pressure on yourself. You are confident, self assured, and capable. You are not easily intimidated. You master any and all skills easily. You don't have to work hard for what you want. You make your life out to be exactly how you want it. And you'll knock down anyone who gets in your way! You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together. You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow. You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily. Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is. You are a free spirit, and you resent anyone who tries to fence you in. You are unpredictable, adventurous, and always a little surprising. You may miss out by not settling down, but you're too busy having fun to care.

What's Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Happy New Year! :)

Happy 2009 everyone!

Quite late huh? Well, got really busy with still so little accomplishments I can say. hehe

Though for a change... Got a page that I want to share. The family to whom I will give this as a gift haven't seen it yet. I really hope they'll like it. :) Made this for my inaanak Drew, whose Christening was celebrated last December.

(sorry for the poor quality of the picture, took it with poor lighting, will take another pic of it once I get another chance)

------------------------

This little girl will turn three next month. Time flies so fast. :)

Merry Christmas! :)

Bonding Time

It's been two days I did not get to play and bond with her. The longest time I've had with her was when I had to read to her stories from her new Princess magazine before we both go to sleep. Yep, she also has her own collection of Princess magazine, that is my 34-month old girl :)

Haven't really scrapped for a while and it felt like months already. When I see my scrap stuff sitting in her room, I just let myself release a big sigh. I just really wish I can have time to scrap again (oh not to mention I haven't even started with Christmas gift wrapping yet!). Young as she is, she can probably see how I miss scrapping, she'll ask me with her sweetest voice "Mommy, scrap ka? Scrap tayo?" And I tell her, "Oh no baby, I can't do that now." And in my mind, I can only say.. "I wish I can and someday, when you are all grown up, that will be our activity when we want to bond." :)

These are some of our pics taken using our webcam while we were talking to her Ninang Faye and while I was creating this post :)

Fifth Year and Counting?

2003, we used to have a monthly team building which would include food, games and bonding with the whole team. I was still a "newbie" then, fresh grad. I was asked by my supervisor how do I see myself after three years... I answered her without much effort for I thought I had my life planned (yeah, I thought so then)... "I believe I will not be with AOL anymore." That was the plan. I never really wanted to stay with a company for as long as three years. As a fresh graduate, my mentality was that an Iska/Isko will not really stay with a company for as long as three years for he or she will always look for challenges and career growth.

That was then...

2008, September, I celebrated my fifth year at work. Not with AOL though but with eTelecare already. The awarding was done in Lewis Grand Hotel which is one of the newest hotels in Angeles City.



Here is token the company gave us.



2009, I have a plan. The probability of me going to that direction is 90%. That is how determined I am to make that plan happen. But I really do not know what will come my way. For now, I will enjoy the holidays with my family and try not to think of 2009 yet. :)

Just Wondering...

I AM A CARLISLE!

You are intelligent, strong willed and patient. A peaceful lifestyle and helping others is very important to you. You’re not a take charge kind of guy and sometimes rely too much on your feelings when you make decisions, but you always mean well and try your best to do what’s right.


Take the Quiz and Share Your Results!

I am so loving him!!!

The way she kisses Bella, the words she tells him, the way he takes care of her, the way he stays close to her, so close that he is angry at himself and at the same time loving her more...

Who Am I?

You are thoughtful and care very deeply for your family. A loving home is of great importance to you and you always try to make people feel welcome. Although you have a great capacity to love, you also have a great capacity to hurt, so at times you can be sensitive. You're firm when you need to be, but people trust your judgment and appreciate the kind way you always handle things.


Take the Quiz and Share Your Results!

_____________________________

I love how she loves her family. I particularly like the part before they played baseball, the way she talked to Bella and the words she told her.

Happy 52nd Monthsary :)

Fifty-two months passed and I am just happy we are still together, stronger. The way you hold me in your arms today, remind me how important really I am to you.

I love you, Daddy. :)