tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81423449358444053952012-02-10T08:39:44.744+08:00My life as a wife, a mum and more...Winnoreply@blogger.comBlogger3751100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-90758317246114531962012-02-10T08:39:00.001+08:002012-02-10T08:39:44.822+08:00

Every start of the year, I have to go through the process of waiting in line. I kept my cool each year having had a clue of what to expect. So far, I was never disappointed. Every news is as good as it gets. This year though is quite different. The change last year left me wondering where my efforts went. I'm clueless! The only hope I have is my faith that I did my best and that it will be

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-71578337966736452822012-01-31T22:43:00.000+08:002012-01-31T22:44:48.406+08:00

Immune system completely down, still not feeling well... Throat is burning, slight coughing, runny and then blocked nose combined with low temp a/c the whole day. The flu-tab and lozenges are the ones that kept me "alive" at work today... I must get well tomorrow! I can do this!:{

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-22181247066789744762012-01-31T22:39:00.003+08:002012-01-31T22:46:35.443+08:00

Before going to bed, I told my 18-month old Beatriz to wake up Mummy if she wants to pee and that it is alright to wake up Mummy. That I will bring her to the toilet to pee no matter what. She nodded.... At 2:30AM, I heard my little-big baby say "Mummy, wiwi!!!!!"Yeah, first time she did at the wee hrs of the morning!(result of a week's teamwork of Mummy and Yaya Tata, hurray!)Note to self:

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-84927588260673573872012-01-26T00:04:00.000+08:002012-01-26T00:06:37.569+08:00

... my girls and yaya are all sick, super mommy/wifey mode the whole day!All worth it though, my girls gave me a dozen kisses before they slept as if knowing how tired their Mummy is. :)... Just for the sake of making myself believe that a day can be well spent...- brought girls to pedia for checkup in the morning- washed dishes after lunch- afternoon nap with girls- cooked meryenda: champorado-

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-71076683852523575972012-01-19T23:07:00.001+08:002012-01-22T11:09:58.809+08:00

Before actually teaching her, I planned first on how I will go about our reading lessons. I found it difficult to teach reading in English than in Filipino. The sound of the letter is not that straight forward unlike in my country's language. I assessed Yzee's knowledge by randomly pointing to a letter and asking her to say the sound aloud. Then we would recite GUG's zoophonics which we learned

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-55665200002292503392012-01-17T08:25:00.001+08:002012-01-17T08:25:03.868+08:00

In a perfect world, one's behavior, skills, attitude and professionalism affects his rating at work. He must be the best in what he does before he gets rewarded by movement and better compensation. Unfortunately, my world is not perfect. I felt like being in high school again. Being the best in Math in a class composed of the best students. And yet, my excellence was not enough. My grades were

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-7350797991639168612012-01-13T07:50:00.001+08:002012-01-13T07:59:45.736+08:00

After altering the measurements of the ingredients and doing extra tricks in the procedure, I made the best egg pie on my second attempt! Now, the ultimate test is to let friends do taste test. Though I trust my husband's taste buds, it is good to know if it would pass the general public's palate. Let me post the pics that I took of my egg pie.

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-91666459118021487592012-01-10T18:45:00.001+08:002012-01-11T08:20:48.084+08:00

Here is the list of my children's milestones: On their vocabulary skills... Beatriz spoke rather late as compared to Yzabel. But the amazing thing is that she speaks clearer at her age. Her vocabulary suddenly grew in just a month. As soon as she turned 17-months, she started talking non-stop. It may not be in a straight sentence but the essence of what she wants us to know is well conveyed.

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-26783595707895395722012-01-10T08:26:00.001+08:002012-01-10T08:26:00.113+08:00

... proud that I can bake one! ;D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-19929146408451450582012-01-10T08:04:00.001+08:002012-01-10T10:03:50.620+08:00

Wah and I missed Goldilock's egg pie so much that I searched the net for the best recipe I could find. I tried it yesterday though I have a feeling that the recipe was too sweet. Aside from that, the pie plate that I have, which was a gift from one of my kumares) was non-standard. It was rather big, 11-inches in diameter, whereas the normal pan is at 9-inches. My egg pie turned out to be thinner

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-86845758630821025342012-01-06T08:22:00.002+08:002012-01-09T00:32:12.898+08:00

I'm a part-time baker. It is my hobby, my passion. I never attended any baking classes. But I did watch lots of baking and cooking shows on tv. I wrote the tips that I get in a notebook, thinking to apply them when I get the chance. What influenced me to this art I call baking?I just grew up admiring the chocolate cake that my playmate's grandma made for her on her birthday. I thought "Wow, it

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-58675145743577411832012-01-05T08:13:00.002+08:002012-01-09T00:32:25.587+08:00

Being a working mom is the most challenging role I can ever get. Reality gives me no choice but to juggle my time between career and motherhood. Though I have always known that my husband and children would always be my priority, my work has to be taken seriously. The primary reason-- my job allows us to survive our day-to-day living.I admit that my job gives me a certain satisfaction. It allows

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-69961563058246085212012-01-04T12:39:00.002+08:002012-01-04T12:50:34.922+08:00

What happened to me? I never had this problem before... even during the hardest times of my life.This is the reason why ignoring reality is a bad choice. To think that it is the start of the year, makes it even worse. It is a big UH-OH!I have to focus this time... for real!

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-63948020608712197832011-12-28T09:17:00.001+08:002011-12-28T09:45:46.685+08:00

Another year has passed, tattoos were made in the tapestry called life. The year that was, is quite significant to me and my husband. Half of it was focused on building our home. It was an accomplishment that we are proud of. Finances have become difficult though. We had to sacrifice for a while and have the courage to go on with our plans. Yes, that is what we do. We plan. Wah and I never

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-25894444163806481872011-12-27T17:43:00.003+08:002011-12-27T17:48:35.792+08:00

I should have continued blogging for it's main purpose... to document both of my daughter's milestones. And so, I decided to come back to writing down my thoughts... screw privacy! hahaha!Triz is turning 17 months soon. She has grown very fast. She wears Yzee's "two-yr old" clothes. The last dress I bought was for a three-year old. She is taller and heavier than her big sister when Yzee was on

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-70624747654737930862011-08-29T21:04:00.000+08:002011-08-31T10:14:07.523+08:00

Our home is finally blessed! Fr Robert of St Anne's Sengkang Parish did the house blessing at 7:30pm today. Warren and I decided to keep our guests to a minimum since it was a weekday. I had barely 1-hr to prepare the food for all. Anyway, we will be planning for the house warming with all of our friends really soon. That will be done on a weekend instead.Unfortunately, we don't even have a

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-65392617799967657202011-08-27T13:16:00.000+08:002011-08-27T13:16:01.143+08:00

.... Beatriz walked by herself the first time!This is one of those days that I thank God for a wonderful life. :D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-961426012129929112011-08-17T19:28:00.001+08:002011-08-18T00:18:44.770+08:00

Yzee was singing inside the taxi... Uncle driver: she knows Mandarin? Me: (surprised) she is learning in school. Do you understand what she's singing? Uncle driver: yes! Then Uncle driver gave us a quick lesson in Mandarin. According to the Uncle, Yzee was repeating each word correctly. Yzee even talked to him, telling him some mandarin words that she knows. Uncle translated them for me. He

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-7344094483635889492011-08-17T09:04:00.001+08:002011-08-18T00:21:25.761+08:00

Its our second month in our own home and yet the girls are still sick. Just as when one seems to be better, the other will suddenly catch colds or cough. It is already a cycle. I don't blame our home though. My kids get sick either because of the sudden weather changes or if someone else in the house is sick. Yeah, I should have a mask ready whenever the latter happens. *** I still haven't

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-51003295298494273172011-07-29T03:49:00.001+08:002011-08-09T03:51:42.789+08:00

I wrote this a month after giving birth to Beatriz and posting only now... *** 29 Jul 2010, Thurs 10AM - Wah and I have completed all the paper works at the hospital's admission section. We were glad to have our medisave ready this time. During Yzee's birth day, our PR status was just a month old and we are not yet entitled to use our medisave accounts to cover part of the hospital bills. This

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-17905970845230106812011-07-15T18:30:00.000+08:002011-07-16T22:51:58.248+08:00

... It was awful! All of us were sick with fever, colds and cough!It started with Wah a day after we moved in. That was Sunday night. Yzee caught fever on Wednesday afternoon, followed by Triz on Thursday night. And finally after being exposed to my husband and daughters, I caught the flu the following Friday. It didn't help that Wah and I were on "night shift". We monitored the girls'

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-40343693610981540012011-07-05T10:46:00.001+08:002011-11-15T00:47:32.933+08:00

It's our fourth day in our new home. The boxes are almost cleared! I have one box left and only the boxes with the kid's toys are waiting to be unpacked.Last Saturday night to Sunday morning, Wah and Ate Tata were working non-stop to clear the contents of the boxes while I take care of the girls. At night when the girls are sleeping that is the time I fix our stuff. I tell Ate where to put which

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-91272428204439420512011-06-27T23:57:00.002+08:002011-06-28T00:03:02.355+08:00

Our home is ready!We arrived there today and found the house clean. All are in place. Well, almost all are in there. The only thing missing is the glass panel in the kitchen. With the final painting applied, we can finally see the color combinations that our ID proposed.And if not for the smell of paints and adhesives, we could have moved in tomorrow! That is how excited I am! I'm still looking

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-31495945092616872912011-06-26T04:27:00.000+08:002011-06-26T04:34:46.397+08:00

Last Wednesday to Friday, I attended training at our office's university. It was the ITILv3 Foundation training. At the end of the sessions, we had to take an exam to acquire certification on the course.I won't go into much detail here. I just wanted to blog about it coz the experience of being in a classroom situation again is fun. But, I felt the pressure was really on, because we (the trainees

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-19614074231103649712011-06-25T03:47:00.000+08:002011-06-26T03:57:51.161+08:00

It's all about the details!Wah and I have been to our flat almost everyday this week. They have finished the carpentry works, the plumbing, the electrical, the kitchen solid top was already put in place, our rain shower and other bathroom accessories were attached as well, and the glasses and mirrors are all there now. So you see, our house is almost ready. Wah and I did our best to inspect

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-13341490224390358992011-06-23T00:03:00.002+08:002011-06-23T00:06:27.011+08:00

After all the drooling, uncomfortable feeling, painful gums, biting of anything and everything she puts into her mouth (including Mummy's shoulders and Ate Yzee's finger) and after banging her ears a few times...Triz two front teeth came out this week, yey! I'll take a picture when I get the chance and post it here!;D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-41515373900263216562011-06-19T00:46:00.000+08:002011-06-19T00:50:12.674+08:00

Yesterday, we chose the type of curtains to be installed in our home. It wasn't that hard to choose if your ID has the eye to find those that suits your home and if you have a budget. The latter did make Wah and I perspire. Hahaha!Of course the better the look and feel of the material, the more expensive it is. We chose better ones for our living room and master's bedroom. These were the main

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-77440596266742091762011-06-18T01:39:00.003+08:002011-06-18T01:57:23.314+08:00

I was so excited to visit our flat today, that I got lost again along the way.My Bosch built-in oven arrived early this afternoon. I can't wait to see it.I reached the flat ahead of Wah. I was aware that the carpentry works were already in progress. But I was still surprised to see the real thing. The living room was almost a carbon copy of the 3d-diagram that our ID has presented to us. Of

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-2763642802380664962011-06-14T23:52:00.000+08:002011-06-14T23:57:45.329+08:00

Today, we went to inspect the progress of the renovation of our new home. The lights and the ceiling fan are all in place. The first application of the paint has been completed. We can now see the color combination in each of the rooms. So far, all is good.According to our ID, tomorrow will be the 2nd application of paint. On Friday, the carpenter will again take the measurements for the

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-42280923566514711872011-06-11T12:00:00.000+08:002011-06-11T12:17:27.129+08:00

How difficult can a marriage be?Good and happy moments seem to be a breeze. The world becomes beautiful to live on each day. Smiling is effortless. We feel really good about ourselves. We become inspired and the glow shows on our faces. Love lifts our spirits high. Yes, it feels like we are on top of the earth. Feeling the warmth of the sun as we enjoy the view of our beautiful life. We are

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-83669238651185646902011-06-09T20:26:00.000+08:002011-06-10T00:29:32.610+08:00

Wah and I went to our flat to check on the progress of the renovation. Alex, our ID, is on time! The false ceiling is in place, the plumbing and the electrical works have been completed. All the switches have been changed and even the cables for Wah's speakers were already positioned.We checked every corner and spaces of the flat. Doorbell is in place. The yellow room's cornice was already

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-27591640697121052862011-06-08T22:40:00.000+08:002011-06-09T20:33:19.147+08:00

Plumbing and electrical works have been completed. Our ID has started to place the false ceiling and told us that it will finish by end of day tomorrow. The first application of the paint will be done on friday. Carpentry works would probably be next!Things are going faster than we've expected. Thumbs up to our ID!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-85414714177792406732011-06-06T20:52:00.000+08:002011-06-06T20:52:00.075+08:00

Look at the walls and flooring! :):D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-77354959874077332412011-06-05T00:05:00.000+08:002011-06-09T08:56:47.262+08:00

Yesterday, Wah and I met with our ID to choose the one thing that will make all the difference in one's home- the lighting!We have decided to change all of the lights in the flat. They were too dim for us. The house looks sad and allow me to say boring.Hmmm, I never thought that people do give much effort to make the latest models of lightings. There are warm, daylight and cool lights to choose

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-4073534755469614932011-06-03T08:38:00.000+08:002011-06-03T08:48:05.111+08:00

Wah went to our place yesterday night to check on Day 1's renovation progress. The previous false ceiling in the living room was already taken out. The electrical wires are hanging from everywhere and all lights are out in the living and dining areas. All the items we have asked to be removed (including the built-in altar in the sala & the built-in computer table/cabinets in the master's bedroom)

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-34905934231134000012011-06-01T18:51:00.000+08:002011-06-01T18:51:01.122+08:00

Yes, we got the keys today! Wah and I are officially home owners!Tomorrow is the start of our home's makeover. It is the start of another countdown! I'm getting more and more excited! I'm riding the premium bus right now. My colleague said I will reach my place in 20mins! Let's see!;D

Winnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-13293034407378266472011-05-31T08:32:00.000+08:002011-05-31T08:49:18.632+08:00

Yesterday, Wah and I had the briefing with our Interior Designer. The experience was exciting and fun. All the sub-contractors came. This time they measured all the details. We were asked for our specifications - where we need the power/cable points and the sizes of the built-ins. It was like we were the bosses. What we need is their priority.Our ID- Alex, would give his input from time to time.

Winnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-72821062619544027982011-05-29T22:28:00.000+08:002011-05-30T00:37:45.124+08:00

It's Triz's 10th month! Time flies really fast!Here are Triz's milestones:- she can stand on her own by holding on to things.- she points up when asked "can you point up?"- she claps her hands when asked to do so- she points to the design in our wardrobe when asked "where are the butterflies and flowers?"- she points to the light when asked where it is- she smiles and waves at everyone she meets-

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-14485874840415036122011-05-27T07:11:00.000+08:002011-05-27T08:58:25.131+08:00

Last night, Triz was sleeping on the bed when Yzee suddenly cried. I glanced at the sleeping Triz. Then I faced Yzee and tried to calm her down. Suddenly, I heard a thud! I looked back at Triz and did not find her on the bed. Heart beating loudly, my eyes moved to the foot of the bed... Triz was there in all fours, still with her pacifier on. I shouted "nahulog si Triz! (Triz fell down!)" and

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-44272532513297797612011-05-24T23:25:00.000+08:002011-05-25T00:30:57.020+08:00

Ngayong araw ko napatunayan na nakakatulong ang pagiging honest sa isang bagay... Na may maidudulot na mabuti ang pakikipagusap at hindi lang basta sinasarili ang nararamdaman. Na pwede naman palang makaiwas sa samaan ng loob at sa pagkalat ng sunog mula sa isang simpleng bagay na kaya naman palang iresolba sa pamamagitan ng maayos na pakikipagusap.Ngayong araw ko napatunayan na nakikiayon ang

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-15298193180528885122011-05-18T08:28:00.000+08:002011-05-18T22:47:53.521+08:00

Background: Our Interior Designer is the type who proposes the concept and layout design of the flat. The client will only tell him what theme he likes (if he has decided on one) and which areas of the house he wants to be renovated. The ID does all the hard work and thinking. Then he will present his proposal to the client in 3-D diagram. The sample materials and color combinations are shown as

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-23661906860366392462011-05-11T07:03:00.000+08:002011-05-16T07:02:25.176+08:00

My family's celebration of mother's day this year is unforgettable. Read on...Yzee made a card and a paper rose for me with the help of her teacher. As soon as I arrived home last Friday, she ran towards me and handed me her gifts. She hugged and kissed me then she sang "M, is for Mummy. Mummy, I love you..." I hugged and kissed her back. My Yzee is indeed very sweet. Yzee and I went to the

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-60762452292925042982011-05-04T01:04:00.000+08:002011-05-04T01:12:07.777+08:00

I'm very proud of my eldest daughter, Yzee. Her vocabulary is very wide for a 3-yr old girl. She expresses herself well, making sure that the person she is talking to gets her point.The way she thinks is advance. Her logic is amazing at a young age. Here are some of her quotes:Yzee: Mummy, I like my new school!Mummy: That's good! Which one do you like the most, the new school or the old?Yzee: the

Winnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-36732948666982861912011-05-03T22:42:00.007+08:002011-05-03T23:10:02.014+08:00

Cause:It is the result of having Mummy at home 24x7. The children becomes very attached to their Mom enjoying every moment with her. The mother in turn feels the same way, forgetting how tired she is at the end of the day.Effect:Babies develop a separation anxiety. A sudden burst of crying can be heard as soon as the mother is out of their sight. Once they see their mom, they become very excited

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-68828836948805260582011-05-02T10:29:00.011+08:002011-05-02T10:55:57.091+08:00

Two weeks of staying home with my girls are over. Every moment seems to pass by so fast. I made sure I make the most of our time though. Bonding with Yzee and Triz are priceless. There is a certain kind of fulfillment that I cant explain. I know that they felt the same way too. If they have a choice I know they would want me to be always there for them. Sometimes, I wonder why the world turned

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-10981611193550738602011-05-01T09:58:00.002+08:002011-05-02T11:04:50.123+08:00

The list of furniture and appliances have finally ended. All are checked now. :)L-Shaped FL Sofa - Shalom FurnitureMarble Top Dining Set - NovaRefrigerator - SamsungWashing machine - SamsungMicrowave - SamsungBuilt-in oven - Bosch3D LED TV - SonyAfter a month's time, we will be getting the keys to our new home. And then another month of waiting for the renovation to complete and then we will

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-7509120913428415832011-04-29T00:51:00.000+08:002011-05-04T01:01:38.028+08:00

Happy 9th month sweetie! Triz has accomplished major milestones this month! Read on...- she calls me "mama", her daddy "da-dy", and her ate yzee "ah-teh"- she cries when the toy she's holding fall out of her grip- she can stand on all fours, rocking her body back and forth as if testing her balance- she can balance on her knees while holding on to something- she mumbles a lot, trying to imitate

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-10696530476989690662011-04-23T21:59:00.000+08:002011-04-23T21:59:00.752+08:00

I feel tired physically!!!!! But I'm so surprised that one week has already passed! I've got one week left of full-bonding with the girls! I must keep my energy going!*Note to self: Despite learning how to tolerate a messy house because of the kids toys and things, I never thought that being a home-maker will trigger my OC-ness. It is still there after all!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-20152723185547475502011-04-21T17:23:00.000+08:002011-04-21T23:07:36.807+08:00

There were three things which we have completed for the last two days :-1) Our appointment with HDB2) Yzee's enrollment at her new school3) Finding an Interior Designer to beautify our homeProject Own Home- This week is the official start of our project- our own home. So far, Wah and I are enjoying ourselves. It's indeed fun to build one's first dream home. We wanted it to be just as what we have

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-83204909132787257452011-04-16T22:12:00.000+08:002011-04-16T22:18:53.839+08:00

Wah, the girls and I went back to Expo today to see the "modern-looking" sofa. From far away, I could not help but sigh. It sure is, the one!I can already imagine how it would fit into our living room. It really compliments our concept. Determined to make a good purchase, Wah and I bombarded the salesman with queries regarding their company background, furniture quality and aftersales services.

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-67500984855333450202011-04-15T08:49:00.000+08:002011-04-16T00:18:24.917+08:00

I think Wah and I have seen most of the available leather sofa sets in Singapore. In fact, we had fun searching for the most important furniture in our living room. The good thing was that Wah and I already know what we are looking for. That is, a black L-shaped full cowhide leather sofa set! Despite knowing this, there are lots of choices out there. We had to scrutinize each and every furniture

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-45829544424239824062011-04-13T08:30:00.001+08:002011-04-16T23:33:52.215+08:00

I've finally decided which built-in oven we are going to get. After much research I'm left with two brands- Bosch and Brandt.After reading forums and reviews; and comparing the specs, look and feel of the units, I've finally decided it will be Bosch.I'm very excited to bake again!:)

Winnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-83689870838077111792011-04-10T18:53:00.008+08:002011-04-13T08:38:49.554+08:00

The first furniture we bought for the house is the dining set. If not for the heavy downpour, we wouldn't have found the right one.Wah and I already thought of having a marble top dining table. We have searched and searched everywhere but we just couldn't find one that matches our specs. There will always be something that is not right, like the chairs are not the color we wanted or the top of

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-61219725801083069212011-04-09T14:42:00.001+08:002011-04-10T18:49:52.064+08:00

Monday & Tuesday: My day revolved around my work. 10hrs in the office with just lunch/pee break to stretch my legs... It's just exhausting. As usual, I'm doing my best to complete whatever I can before I go on my 2-wks leave. By the time I reached home, it's almost bedtime for the girls. I made the most out of the one hour I'm with them before they sleep. They loved my bedtime stories- complete

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-89561555358427390392011-03-29T11:56:00.000+08:002011-03-30T09:15:24.668+08:00

Happy 8th month Baby Triz!!! Days really pass by so fast! As I browse on your old pictures and as my gaze fell on your face, I can't help but be so proud of you. I see how much you have grown. You are smart, cheerful and sweet. Similar to your Ate Yzee yet different in lots of ways.Your personality is showing now. I know how much you love cuddling and hugging with Dad, Mum and Ate Yzee. When we

Winnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-30226009659019840842011-03-26T02:00:00.000+08:002011-03-27T02:03:21.185+08:00

Wah and I are made for each other. One of the things that made us thought so, was that my grandmother and his grandfather were not only born on the same day... They even have the male-female version of the same name! It was very unique and uncommon that my grandmother and his grandfather used a relatively different name to introduce themselves to acquiantances.It was unbelievable. The time I

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-1935316935733849102011-03-24T08:50:00.000+08:002011-03-24T09:13:56.784+08:00

It's almost the end of March. I feel more and more anxious as the days passed by. Patience is what I need right now. I can't wait for things to start happening.I remember how excited I am last month that I wanted to call for an appointment to meet contractors for our new home. Wah and I went around malls and furniture shops to canvass for our things. We found very good deals. But it was too early

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-24243580644021329322011-03-18T11:48:00.000+08:002011-03-18T11:48:00.617+08:00

My youngest brother, Nichi fought leukemia for 13 yrs before he won the battle. He is our angel now, he is pain-free and happy in heaven. Right now my other brother, Mic is in the hospital due to dengue. I know in my heart that Mic will feel better soon. But I cant blame myself and my family for feeling scared again. Bleeding nose is a deja vu. Memories of Nichi's struggle are flowing back to us.

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-67380404128610428672011-03-01T22:28:00.004+08:002011-03-08T19:24:07.790+08:00

The 29th day of the month is missing from February's 2011 calendar. Triz turned 7-months today, 1st of March 2011. :)As eventful as I was expecting it to be, Yzee, Wah and I were not able to get enough sleep last night. Yzee was coughing badly, almost seemed like asthma. I gave her the usual cough medicines plus Ventolin to help clear her lungs. She can't sleep still. It took a few rubs of Vicks

Winnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-19739778464748316712011-02-23T09:08:00.001+08:002011-02-23T10:13:10.155+08:00

The days seemed slower now. We are still three months away from moving in to our own home. I'm so excited yet I can't do anything but wait. Anxiety is hovering over me. I just have to make the most out of the long waiting period.Yeah, we opted to move in mid this year. It will be easier for the whole family- our rental contract and Yzee's school break will be over by that time. Then, there is

Winnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-28664417116188735772011-02-14T23:01:00.003+08:002011-02-15T01:11:49.784+08:00

I have experienced different kinds of emotions today. Honestly, I feel exhausted from it all. My mind won't seem to rest today. These are my stories...In one aspect of my life, there is confusion and uncertainty. I have always known how good I am, how dependable and responsible I am. And I'm not used to disappointing anybody. But for once in my life, it had to happen today. Worst is that a person

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-50640717668757055312011-01-29T21:05:00.004+08:002011-01-30T23:14:06.340+08:00

Mummy was not able to make a cake for you today. But she made sure to spend quality time with you and your Ate Yzee.We love you so much our little squeeshy!***Triz had her first taste of her solid food today. She did a good job. There was no struggling and no spitting. "Manang-mana nga talaga ang gana mo sa pagkain kina Mummy, Daddy and Ate Yzee". Hahaha!Triz first words - "Dada, dada, dada!"

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-35676943927496753502011-01-27T23:58:00.000+08:002011-01-27T23:58:00.934+08:00

I'm afraid of heights. I feel like fainting whenever I imagine myself looking down from at least a level two-storeys high. I can almost feel the earth pulling me towards itself as soon as I take a courageous peek down. Heights is my weakness, my kryptonite.But why in the world did I choose "the penthouse"? The first home Wah and I bought is on the top most floor! I feel dizzy just thinking about

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-53972340971451855962011-01-24T22:08:00.000+08:002011-01-24T22:08:00.103+08:00

We have committed to our biggest purchase today. A place of our own, a house which we will call our home.Lord God, thank you for guiding us to the right one. Please continue to help us sustain our living. Amen.:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-66632355702339892702011-01-15T00:27:00.002+08:002012-01-09T00:30:19.471+08:00

Last year's major plan did not materialize. I believe there is a reason why God did not let it happen. I know He has something else in store for us. Maybe something even better.A door closes. But then again, God is opening another window for me, Wah and the girls.Please continue to guide us on our next plan.:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-14198800705859825502011-01-05T14:08:00.012+08:002011-01-15T00:58:41.050+08:00

I'm back to work since Monday. It was a heavy feeling to leave the kids. If not for my husband's support, I would have stayed at home. Being with them for five months was truly a bonding experience for me. I missed them so much. My mind kept seeing their smiling faces. It's good that I've memorized their smell. The memory can last the whole day. My session with Ate Tata was completed last Sunday

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-69175140679371224142011-01-03T09:32:00.000+08:002011-01-15T00:46:20.391+08:00

Just when I thought that I will be receiving second hand news on Triz' first roll over... On the day before my first day back to work after my 5-months maternity leave.... Triz suddenly flipped her body sideways and tada! She rolled over!Mummy is so happy to have seen it! Awesome baby, awesome!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-41743372339951590252011-01-02T00:54:00.004+08:002011-01-02T01:10:30.728+08:00

I still can't believe that five months have already passed since the time I gave birth to Beatriz. I'm going back to work this Monday, hesitant. I'm worried about my two girls - Yzee and Triz. Can Ate Tata handle both of them? I can't sleep for two nights now, thinking of lots of things. What if Yzee throws a tantrum and Triz joined in her crying? What if Yzee is hungry and Triz is also asking

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-12377612093630625212011-01-01T01:36:00.001+08:002011-01-02T00:43:57.121+08:00

Happy new year everyone from our family to yours!Pretty BeatrizPretty YzabelOur media noche- marinara pasta, brazo de mercedes (ham & chix macaroni not in pic);D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-34022839467807599852010-12-25T02:48:00.000+08:002010-12-25T02:52:26.348+08:00

The main attraction for our Christmas eve- carrot walnut cake with cream cheese frosting and sugar poinsettias, all made with love by yours truly. Merry Christmas everyone!:)

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-35831004503747240472010-12-20T01:30:00.002+08:002011-01-05T15:57:58.199+08:00

We've just came back from our 10-day vacation. It was a short and fun vacation. Unfortunately, there were some bad experiences as well. So here are the things that I'd like to share with you. Let me go through them:Bad experiences:1. Rude and grumpy immigration officer at Changi budget terminal.I saw the sign that I should not queue on him, but I still headed towards him. I should have followed

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-86716551039623596902010-12-09T00:40:00.000+08:002010-12-09T00:40:00.141+08:00

My family and I will be on a short vacation starting today. Looking forward to enjoying every bit of it coz it's almost two years since we went back home.I'm hoping that this time my girls won't get sick at all. Mummy is ready though. I brought with me all their medz, etc. Praying for a safe flight.To post pics once we are back...:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-71710767359531542832010-11-21T23:39:00.000+08:002010-11-22T00:33:42.961+08:00

1. Lying down on her tummy, Triz can already lift her head 45 to 90 degrees.2. Upright, she can hold her head steadily with little support.3. She was able to close & open her hand in time with the song.4. She recognizes Mummy from afar with or without hearing my voice.5. She knows her Daddy and Ate Yzee.6. She laughs when being played with.7. Drinks 150ml of milk straight.8. She can grasp at

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-87641870022914449982010-11-13T13:30:00.001+08:002010-11-13T13:30:01.149+08:00

I made sugar baby booties for Tere's baby shower. They are so cute! :)The booties were placed as the design on the cupcakes.Baby shower cupcakes - Chocolate cupcake with boiled fluffy icing in yellow... wait til you taste it... it's even better! :D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-39053323522461581782010-11-12T23:45:00.003+08:002010-11-12T23:49:25.568+08:00

... and I'd rather not think about that right now. I can still make the most of my remaining maternity leaves. Besides, there is still the PH vacation that my family and I are looking forward to. I have to take the days one at a time. I don't want to pull it too fast.:(

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-8736107718222299162010-10-29T22:33:00.001+08:002010-11-04T08:38:00.541+08:00

Some pics we have taken during Triz 3rd month celebration.:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-39138682500761226542010-10-28T23:16:00.004+08:002010-11-12T23:44:32.725+08:00

I'm back and enjoying every minute of it. Baking for the family is the best inspiration anyone can get. Here's the recent stuffs that I already did.Yzee's 3rd year bday cake by Mummy :)(choco chip sponge with vanilla cream filling and chocolate ganache frosting)*sugar flowers made by me!Butterscotch BarsWalnut BrowniesChoco vanilla cream eclairCarrot walnut cake with cream cheese frostingWhite

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-15701922148132299192010-10-23T22:38:00.000+08:002010-10-24T00:27:49.687+08:00

Yzee did very well in her school concert. Wah and I were amazed on how Yzee and her classmates managed to present without anybody coaching them. These three-year olds are really good. They did their best to make their Mummys and Daddys proud.Yzee made Mummy and Daddy very happy and proud today! :D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-61854666078743310272010-10-21T00:55:00.005+08:002010-10-21T01:07:39.165+08:00

It's two days before the much awaited school event... Yzee's concert day! Last Tuesday, Yzee, her classmates and teachers had their dress rehearsal at St. Stephen's concert hall. Wah and I brought Yzee for her DR, complete with hairdo and make-up. I had fun applying make-up on Yzee. She was very cooperative and excited to have her face made! The official photos will be taken on this day which is

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-86327433513288280172010-10-20T23:35:00.001+08:002010-10-26T15:53:48.364+08:00

After two and a half months, Triz finally sleeps on our bed for her afternoon naps. Previously, she would sleep on my arms the whole afternoon. I've tried all possible ways on how to put her down in the crib and on our bed, but she would literally scream and cry at the same time as soon as her back touch the mattress. And so, I have to leave Triz with Yaya Tata while I bond with Yzee. As soon as

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-72179335632992722552010-10-18T22:04:00.009+08:002010-10-26T15:50:56.027+08:00

Today, I came back to office to get my laptop for some admin tasks. Suddenly, I realized that I've used almost 3-months of my 5-months vacation! The thought of me coming back in two months time to my "normal" life struck me pretty damn hard. I WILL DEFINITELY MISS BEING A DOMESTIC GODDESS!I realized that I'm actually a good housewife- managing our home, cooking for Wah and taking care of Yzee and

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-91034923814565246722010-10-04T07:00:00.005+08:002010-11-04T08:38:28.068+08:00

Happy 3rd birthday Yzee! Stay good, sweet and charming. Daddy, Mummy and Baby Triz love you so very much!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-74571385530970460452010-10-02T10:05:00.002+08:002011-01-05T15:39:57.738+08:00

We are celebrating Yzee's third birthday at home today. I made her a chocolate chip sponge cake with vanilla cream filling and chocolate cream frosting. The sugar candy flowers were prepared a week before so that it would dry well.Below is Yzee's cake- made by myself with lots and lots of love!As soon as Yzee woke up today, she asked, "Can I eat my cake now Mummy?":D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-37879081688881990632010-09-28T18:14:00.001+08:002010-09-29T18:43:29.534+08:00

Yzee will turn three years old this coming Monday. Wah and I have decided on a small celebration at home with our closest friends. And on the day itself, we will be bringing a cake and some goods to share with Yzee's classmates. I'm just so proud of what Yzee has become - an obedient daughter, a responsible ate and a smart student. At her tender age, she can express her ideas and her feelings

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-2607135033962169462010-09-13T12:47:00.002+08:002010-09-13T13:31:16.672+08:00

I received a very special gift from my hubby last weekend....It's a KitchenAid stand mixer! What's even better is that it is in PINK... very ME!Thanks Honey!:)

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-29620428655063473812010-09-10T00:03:00.001+08:002010-09-10T00:03:22.814+08:00

1. Triz caught colds on her 3rd week. Doctor recommended iliadin nasal drops, which is safe for new borns. Caution: discard 28 days after opening.2. Triz has gas pains every night. She cries and scream in pain almost every night. Doctor gave Dentinox to help soothe the pain. After two weeks, Triz was fine without it.3. DermaVeen was recommended to us by our pedia for infant's dry skin. It is very

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-55924223499793954132010-09-09T16:22:00.008+08:002010-09-09T16:45:43.861+08:00

Triz' sleeping patterns are better now. Her colic seemed to have disappeared. She doesn't cry due to too much pain anymore. At around 8PM, she would fuss indicating that it is time for me to carry her. And while we walk around the house, she would let out the gas from her stomach. Currently, we tried to gap her feedings to at least 3 hours. She is now on full formula milk. For some reason, my

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-51808514246947246522010-09-06T10:55:00.001+08:002010-09-06T10:55:01.388+08:00

We are booked for our PH vacay on December! A decision which was not planned to happen. It's almost two years since we've last come home. But the fates had their way of changing things. Suddenly, Baby Triz' christening will be held at the same church where Yzee's baptism was done.Wah's grandparents from US will be there too. I just wish the Titas and Tito in SG can come home too. I wanted to have

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-57193044802616154142010-08-31T13:30:00.002+08:002010-08-31T14:48:58.745+08:00

Yes, it will be.First, Yzee's 3rd birthday is coming up. We will be celebrating her birthday in school- with a cake and goodie bags for her classmates. Yzee also requested to have a small celebration at home with her closest friends.Secondly, Triz' Christening would have to be done here in SIngapore. I should really start looking for the church and reception venue to avoid losing a slot. Those

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-85906508600627750152010-08-29T14:17:00.000+08:002010-08-31T14:28:39.741+08:00

How we celebrated your 1st month...- Kisses from Dad, Mom and Ate Yzee- Crispy Pata by Dad, Marinara Pasta by Mom, Turon for meryenda and a cake from Chocz- Our first decent family picture (the first one was in the hospital with Mummy lying on the hospital bed)We love you Baby Triz!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-74380091668695065082010-08-19T10:18:00.000+08:002010-08-19T10:25:02.666+08:00

Baby Triz got the colds from her Ate Yzee and Dad. Since she is still too little, our pedia just gave nasal drops for her blocked nose. It is good that she does not have fever and that she is still able to drink her milk well. Doctor said she should be better in a few days. I really hope it would be very soon.*** Yzee is fine now. Doctor said it would take 6 months for a child's immune system

Winnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-91827553042562956392010-08-06T17:07:00.001+08:002010-08-06T17:07:05.130+08:00

A few days after my C-section, my feet became so swollen. The skin on my legs feel stretched. My sandals can barely fit, I have huge feet! And so, our dinner menu last night included "ginisang monggo". Based on experience, green beans called monggo could help bring down swollen feet. I had eaten monggo throughout this pregnancy and I can say that it truly was effective. Again, it was effective.

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-39405337888334763752010-08-05T11:38:00.001+08:002010-08-05T11:38:34.974+08:00

My pretty daughters...:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-7131634206403156782010-08-05T11:26:00.001+08:002010-08-06T16:59:34.557+08:00

Last night was a better night for Wah, Ate Yzee, Baby Beatriz and me. Baby only woke up for feeding and for her nappy changes. For the rest of the night, she was sound asleep on her crib; Wah and I finally got our fair share of sleeping hours. Hurray! I was able to express my milk (at least 60ml of milk per session) despite the soreness and blocked ducts. My Avent breast pump came in hand. I can

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-23727376028295895192010-08-04T16:39:00.004+08:002010-08-05T11:09:53.055+08:00

We were discharged last Sunday, 1st August 2010 from Parkway East Hospital. I was doing good, maybe, even doing better than my first C-section delivery. Baby Beatriz is very healthy. We went along quite well, having fully breastfed her the whole time that we were in the hospital. The first night at home was nothing new to Wah and I. We were expecting not to get any sleep at all. There will be

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-35455278680581170752010-07-29T21:52:00.001+08:002010-08-05T11:03:02.198+08:00

Meet our princess...Thea Beatriz Delgado OretaBorn today via ELSCSAt Parkway East Hospital3.6 kg, 51 cmYzee is officially an Ate!:D

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-87953604142735579152010-07-25T13:48:00.001+08:002010-07-25T20:26:37.265+08:00

Four days to go before baby's birth day, her crib's all set now. Ate Yzee told us she's excited to see baby. The whole house including our room is super clean. My hospital bag is all set. I am all set for baby's big day.Yzee is clinging to me like a shadow. "I want you mom", she would say. "Let's hug mom!", we would hug for half an hour despite the hot weather. I understand Yzee's feelings. She's

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-43353008297646022602010-07-23T20:20:00.001+08:002010-07-23T20:34:17.006+08:00

... I'm waddling! I feel like a penguin walking on ice hahaha!My baby bump is huge now! Bigger than when I was preggy with Yzee. How did I know? My then full term maternity clothes are so snug now. I wonder how it will fit if I was not scheduled for c-section on my 38th week.Yup, I have 6 days to go before d-day. Am I ready? I think I am. Though at the back of my mind, I cant stop but worry about

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-63867812631229170752010-07-17T20:58:00.002+08:002010-07-17T21:23:26.757+08:00

... I'm almost always tired. Talking makes me breathless to think that I still have a week and 5 days to go before my D-Day (delivery day). Baby's stuffs are ready now. We just need to sterilize her feeding bottles and do general cleaning of the house. Our hospital bag will soon be ready, just need to add my nursing clothes and Wah's stuffs in.Today's checkup was alright. Yup, baby's head is as

Winnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8142344935844405395.post-34166200530275081292010-07-04T11:39:00.000+08:002010-07-11T23:29:17.424+08:00

I had the biggest surprise yesterday, my husband, family and closest friends surprised me with a baby shower! I can say it was very well planned. This time I really had no idea!I was busy Saturday morning, fixing Yzee and Baby B's stuffs. I removed the tags to Baby B's clothes to prevent her from itching. I did an inventory on Yzee's toiletries and medz and cleared out all that have expired. Wah

Winnoreply@blogger.com0