Showing posts with label Blessed 2012. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Blessed 2012. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 06, 2012

It's Christmas time!

Why, hellooooo!

It's beggining to look a lot like Christmas - here at home! Our Christmas tree is up. My effort of looking for cheap but nice ornaments paid off - i think. They said they like our Christmas tree!

Do you? :)

God bless you all this Christmas. Remember it's not Santa who gives the best gifts, its JESUS! This is His season, let's focus on thanking and praising Him for His birthday! He is the reason why we have Christmas.




Blessings ♥

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Tuesday, October 02, 2012

Focus

 Here I go again. Bored. Nothing to do.

I forbid myself from going online, feeding my eyes with mostly useless things and would eventually influence me in putting them on cart. Amazon has been my closest friend these past few months but when I think about it, I feel that it's just a waste of money. Seriously. The convenience of "just a click away" is really not a good idea - it keeps you away from much important stuff, that is, SAVING.

We are on a major project this year until the 1st quarter of next year. I have big plans in mind but it would be difficult to pursue if we don't focus. December is nearing. We normally go out of the country and spend Christmas or New Year somewhere else but this year, I think we need to stay home. I'm not sure about it though. I said I'm bored. I am actually thinking hard about it. Dreaming about it but I made a promise. To no one really but myself.

Credit to Owner: Internet
I know for sure what is the right thing to do - I am mature, I am not gullible. Focus on the price.

So help me, GOD.


Blessings ♥


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Saturday, September 15, 2012

My 30th

Happy birthday to me, September 10!

I planned to celebrate my 30th birthday the simplest way I can. We didnt invite other people to join us (except for my brother but they were not available due to work), I was only with my family, had lunch, did a little shopping and went home. I bought a lunch voucher with $10 discount for a buffet at http://www.pariss.com.sg/ from Groupon. It was satisfying. My favorite from their spread were the steamed fish and chili crab. They were really sumptuous!

I didn't plan so much for my birth day this year because it just reminds me of my mother. She was still with us when I had a celebration last year, little did I know that it was the last time I'm celebrating my birthday with her. It's really, really sad. No amount of words can describe how I feel about it but I thank the Lord for always being there filling my heart and mind - for comforting me. There are still a lot of things to be happy and thankful for.

My daughter with KaiKai the Panda bag
bottom left is us with hershey's nanny, manang ji-ji

And finally our photos as a family. I collected in a plate few slices of cake from the dessert counter, place candles on them and sang the happy birthday song. My daughter was looking forward to the candle blowing part, actually. Ha-ha. I was already okay with that - I can go home and enjoy the rest of my birthday at home.


But my husband keeps asking me what's next on our itenirary on this special day and I keep answering, "We're going home." He insisted that we drop by  a store first so he can give me his gift to me. I had a feeling. We went inside the store and viola, a Louis Viuttion purse for the birthday girl. Ha ha!
Thank you, Dad!

Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Speedy 35 with strap

At home, my daughter played with the huge LV paper bag. The huge LV bag has another story. Ill blog about LV's great customer service which you just deserve as the bag's price is not a joke.

call me maybe?

Husband and I filed a 2-day leave of absences so we can have a rest from work - it is my birthday anyway. We slept late watching movies and bonded as much as we could. I am happy.

Next year would be another celebration. Not sure how it would be but I know the Lord has a lot more instore for us.

Blessings ♥


Friday, August 24, 2012

Our 5th Wedding Anniversary at Universal Studios Singapore

We were totally unprepared for our wedding anniversary celebration this year. What happened last year was recorded here. It was only few days before the date when I remembered its nearing. I tried to file a leave of absence but unfortunately was denied so we dont have a choice but to stay in town and do the usual anniversary things couple do. :) Spa? Dinner? Staycation in a hotel? Karaoke? Hmmmm... When I asked the dear husband, he said its up to me but added, he thinks it is about time to check out USS.


You see, I never really thought of going inside USS. We occasionally visit Sentosa and have our pictures taken at RWS and the Universal Studios globe outside, but never really considered experiencing USS. I think the ticket is expensive but every year we go out of the country and visit some other amusement parks in Asia. I'm not too excited and in a hurry to see it, it's just in Singapore anyway. We invited few friends, booked together with our travel/gimik buddies and it's confirmed - We will be celebrating our wedding anniversary at the USS Singapore. Must be fun! Unfortunately, on the day itself, my kumareng Rocky canceled because of work reason. That's sad but we understand. Til next time. :)

HERSHEY WAS KISSED BY BETTY BOOP
After spending less than 8 hours at USS, my verdict, 6/10 overall enjoyment. In short, so so. :) sorry for the fans but I am no fan to adrenalin riser rides. I'm no thrill seeker. I felt tired hiding and closing my eyes just every time. I don't like being surprised, I don't like being scared... Frankenstein went infront of me and the first thing that came to my mind was to punch him but I felt Hershey pulling me away from Franky. When the monster was gone, Hershey tried to calm herself saying that F is a good guy, he's a friend of the chipmunks. Really? LOL. 

We were just half way through the fan parks and Hershey wants to go home already. hahaha. I never heard her say this in Disneyland or in Everland in Seoul before. Bought some souvenirs, watched the parade and out before 7PM. If I would be ask if I want to go back again, it depends but this is not something I would wish to go back to.

It was tiring but a nice experience for the 3 of us. Marvin rode the Galactica Cylon I think 100x times. Hahaha. Single rider = express lane. :)Thank you Lord for blessing our marriage. Glory to you for a happy family. — in Honeyversary at USS <3 .="." p="p">



Blessings ♥


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Monday, July 09, 2012

My daughter a guitarist

One day, H all of a sudden became a fan of the "Mini Band" in Youtube. I'm sure it is by her Daddy's influence to watch it and because the members of the band are all kids, it became more interesting.

 Until one day she wants her own guitar already. The daddy can't resist because he said he sees the potential (naks!) and it would be easier for H to learn if the guitar size is just perfect for her age.



The above photo is her strumming her daddy's 16 year old guitar. The minute she holds it, the guitar looked comfortable with her inspite of how big it is. She looks like a pro strumming and plucking those strings. Imagine how hard and sharp those strings would be for a 4 year old but H was able to play "Twinkle Twinkle, little stars. How I wonder what you are." without a sweat.

We were all excited. :) I thought that it was easier for her to love playing the guitar because her daddy is a guitarist so the connection was natural.

And then we were all surprised when the dad brought home a real guitar for the little one. She was soooo happy to see a mini version and she plays with it over and over again. It is a Fend Squier Mini in torino red. Sweet.

My only desire is that she will take it seriously and may she give glory to her God every time she strums those strings.

Way to go,H!

Blessings ♥

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Monday, May 14, 2012

Love you Mommy, Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day!

We had a Mother's Day celebration at home yesterday. It was a Sunday and as usual, we are busy as we have Church in the afternoon. My husband bought a cake for me. It was my daughter who chose it because she likes the starts and the hearts design on it. :) On it, it says, "Love You Mommy".  I was touched. We shared the cake right after lunch.


There is also a commemoration at Church which made most moms teary eyed. My husband made a video for me and showed my not so nice pictures that made everyone laughing, i hate it. Haha. H handed me a flower and said, Happy Mother's day, mom! She can say that over and over again and still liking it. :D


I love my daughter so much. She is the reason why I am qualified to celebrate Mother's Day. I give her all my love and care. I thank her for making me feel special in every way.

But I will never top how my mother cared and loved us. The things I do for my child is only a bit of what my mother did to us. So it was really her day. I want to post a picture of her here but I cant stop myself from crying looking at some. I'm happy that before she left us, I told her everything - those which are in my heart. I said sorry for the things that I didn't do, for not reaching her expectations, for not returning the love she gave me. I said sorry for not being the best, for sometimes being maldita, for the times I'm disappointing her, for the times I hurt her. I ask forgiveness for the bad things I've done. I told her i love her over and over again and I don't want to loose her. She was still strong that time and she responded with, understanding.

I pray that I will be strong and healthy for my child. That I will be more understanding each day. I pray that I can be a virtuous woman:

Who can find a virtuous woman? She is far more precious than jewels...
Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the time to come.
She opens her mouth with wisdom, and loving instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the activities of her household and is never idle.
Her sons rise up and call her blessed.
He husband also praises her:
Many women are capable, but you surpass them all!
Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord will be praised.
~Proverbs 31:10, 25-30



Blessings ♥

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Saturday, February 18, 2012

Until we meet again

It's been 9 days since my mom went with the Lord. Wednesday last week, we took the last flight from Singapore to Bacolod via Cebu Pacific. We arrived in BCD around 8 AM Thursday and went straight to the hospital. When we arrived at the hospital, I saw mom with respirator but I didn't feel too bad. I was still hopeful and trusting that the Lord will heal her. I felt alright or it was just the comfort of the Lord that I won't feel bad seeing my mother not able to breath on her own anymore.

I was kissing her, holding her hands, touching her face, talking to her - but there was no response.

16 days ago as of today. The pain is still deep. The pain is very present. I am literally nursing the pain. I am missing her more every day. It just strikes my heart everytime I realized that I cannot make a long distance call and talk to her anymore - never again.

I thank God that from day 1, His comfort and love have been gracious.

I missed you, Nanay. Until we meet again.


Blessings ♥

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Todai Intenational Buffet at MBS with friends

Yesterday my family met with our long time friends, Rocky and Karlo. We knew each other since 2003, we were hired, trained and worked together at Link2Support. They are really very close to us. We travel to beaches together, we witnessed Karlo serenading Rocky during our training at work and even witnessed Karlo's wedding proposal - just a shame we were not able to attend their wedding but we still see each other even after relocating here in Singapore. Rocky would have business trips here and when we visit Manila we make sure we meet them.

Rocky has been assigned permanently to work here in Singapore and since her arrival we have been planning to meet but because of busy December schedule it was only yesterday that we had our chance. We had lunch at Todai (read: toe-die) at Marina Bay Sands. I have high expectation with this "eat all you can" restaurant because I have heard and read its good reputation not mentioning it's high price. See: http://todai.3viewsolution.com/hours


2nd/3rd pic from the website
 And it didn't fail me! They have quite a good spread of food -  Korea, Japanese, Chinese, Western and Italian. Every bit of what I get is really delicious! My favorite of all is the chilly crab and the grilled pork ribs. Yuuummmmm...




 I don't want to miss this, cute! Yes, Ratatouille! Hehe
 And they serve rocks as well.  LOL. That's very unusualbut those are volcanic rocks that regulates the heat on the buffet heater - they said.

I indulge with the dessert as well. I just love the ice cream over my waffle plus some chocolote syrup and of course the very sweet Korean strawberry.


And those are our friends outside Marina Bay Sands mall. :) Great time.

See you again guys!






Blessings ♥

Sunday, January 15, 2012

My new page, Project 366 is online on blogger

Hello!

My second year for Project 365. I started this daily photo diary last year influenced by my friend Marice. It was a lovely project so I'm continuing it this year. We have 366 days for 2012 because it's a leap year so for 2012 it is Project 366. Project 365 was available via my Facebook page and 365days.com but I discontinued the latter. Now, Project 366 is not only viewable by my friends on Facebook but it is also online on Blogger.



Please visit my other page as well, YEAR 2012 PROJECT 366, http://hahpidays366.blogspot.com/

Thank you.

Blessings ♥

Friday, January 13, 2012

Cellphone Dillema

I read and heard about Siri and Vangie but just every time I wonder who they are.  So Siri is iPhone's software assistant and knowledge navigator functioning as a PA while Vangie is the Filipino version. My friends have to update me because I am so not updated. I am not amused of the technology of the latest model of mobile phones. I dont know why but ganun lang talaga ako.


I remember when I was in college, I was a die hard 5110 lover. Nauso na ang 3210, 71something pero loyal talaga ako sa 5110 ko. Mind you it is always updated. The cutest case, the loveliest backlight, the sweetest ring tone, and the fanciest antenna. Remember the flashing antenna? Ha Ha. And definitely my load kahit pa eventually nauso ang drop call. :D


I remember I used to borrow my cousin's phone or my sister's para maiba lang. Then I'm shy to show it to my friends. I would have the latest model of Nokia (since my cousin is a dealer and supplier) pero feeling ko no cellphone models can top my 5110! nyeheheh. My friends would ask me, "Ano cellphone mo ngayon, Hap?" Then I'll answer, "Ericson or Nokia blah blah. Pero papalitan ko to next week. Di maganda." Tapos they'll laugh at me. Vaket?

So what is this all about? Well, right now, I am contemplating on getting a new phone. You see I have been using my company's phone for a year now (which they don't care about) but sometimes it's a hassle not to have your own and personal line but I'm kinda confuse what phone model I should get. People are pushing me to get the iphone 4s but goodness, ang mahal! Mahalia Perez sya. And nakakapagod ang touch screen. Keypads please?


I dont know. Bahala na si Batman! If we get the iPhone 4s, I might trade it with my husband's Samsung or my take Yaya's 39sgd worth na CP from 7-11. Basta ba maka text at tawag.

We'll see... I hope to get the best deal para naman masaya ako. Malamang Nokia ito.

Cellular phone dillema nga naman.

Blessings ♥


Wednesday, January 11, 2012

And I declare you are healed

I think right now, I understand the statement "I think of you always." in a truer way. I literally think of my Mother every single minute of the day. I recall voices, stories from my sisters of how my mom and them are coping. I recall what we discussed about her medicines, about her diet plan, what the doctor's feedbacks are, etc etc. I think about my mother's testimony, I think about her dream.

Speaking of dream, I want to share to you a dream my mother had one night. In the dream she is being chased and attacked by 3 men holding a knife, a sword and a gun. The man with a gun is the most persistent of the 3, he shoots her non stop. My mother goes into a room but this guy is still shooting her trying his best to kill her and the other 2 are furious to get her until all of a sudden a Man from a bright light in the room appeared and ask the 3 men why are they pursuing her and then told them to stop because she is His and He loves her. He told them that they cannot touch her or kill her and that she will live.

My mom woke up crying and called my niece then they both prayed. You see, Nanay's liver has 3 tumors on it. For us the symbolism of the 3 killers is the 3 tumors on her liver which is trying to end her life but the Man in the light who is God was there to protect and save her - to give her life.

When I tell people about my mom's condition, they feel bad and I can't take away from them the thought that it's a tough survival for someone who has cancer. It is a sad fact but not for us. Since the day we knew about my mother's condition the Lord has been gracious to us, He has been very comforting and has shown His goodness in every way.

I sometimes worry. I sometimes feel sad and useless that I cannot do anything about it but after a while, after thinking much, I will realize that whatever circumstance I have right now, God is still God. It doesn't change His position of being the God who gives and take away. He holds my mother's life and not only hers but mine and yours so I don't have other choice but to let Him control over our lives.

I only have His promises in my heart. I just think about what He says in the Bible and I'm okay.
that "Never will I leave you nor forsake you" that everyday He is there to listen. He also said
that "By His stripes my mother is healed"
That "whatever our hearts' desires, when we delight ourselves to Him, He will give it"
That “The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” (Luke 18:27)
That "He is the Lord who heals you.” (Exodus 15:26)

That He said,

“For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds,” says the Lord. (Jeremiah 30:17)

So now until the day the doctors say my mom is totally healed from cancer, I will praise You. I won't feel sad or bad because You are there and is listening to all our cries.

My mother is alright. She doesn't feel any pain. Actually when she was diagnosed with cancer, she was also diagnosed with swollen pancreas and gall stones but the Lord has already healed those so now we are concentrating more on binding and rebuking the spirit of cancer/tumor and release the spirit of healing and good health and long life to her. She is into a diet plan, she only eats organic.

And I declare in Jesus' name Nanay is healed.



Blessings ♥