Rica's first kitty party

Feb 22, 2009 was Rica's birthday celebration held at Max's Restaurant Scout tuazon. Thanks to a bright afternoon, no rainshowers and guests were able to come on time and cheered for a very happy and memorable event. The theme of her party is Hello Kitty. She likes looking at hello kitty maybe she's thinking the kitty was smiling at her then she smiles back.... She has ollections of kitty cutesy items too... These are some sneak pics of her birthday....

Reminiscin a year ago...

Feb. 23, 2008, exactly a year ago when I had my last major operation. 5:00 am of that same day when I woke up, hoping for a safe delivery of my baby girl. I had mixed feelings. I felt excited to see my very first baby girl, I felt agitated for having another CS operation, I felt uneasy for having another scar on my body, I felt all jittery because I know I'll be having a ligation right after my baby comes out, ang knowing that she'll be my last baby, I felt apprehensive...feel like wanting to back out from our decision to cut the possibility of having a baby once again. But I have to stick to what we have decided for the good of my health and the possible fetus that would live in my womb. I have lost 2 children and don't want to take the risk of losing again another gift from God. And it was the fact that made me cohere with the decision. I was not allowed to eat anything from 12mn till i deliver the baby. I brushed my teeth, took a shower just after i finished dressing up, the hospital assistant and the nurse knocked the door which made my heart go thumping faster and faster...I keep wondering why my heart beats so fast yet I already know what will happen next. 6:00am I was so anxious and I keep asking the nurse "you have to give me and I.V. first to make me a little sleepy before you bring me to the OR right? go give me a shot now.." I keep telling this to the nurse becuase I don't want to feel normal while on our way to the OR. The nurse then told me "yes mommy, I'm about to give it to you.." And so I felt a little relieved. On my way to the operating room I keep praying for a safe delivery and that I won't be edgy with the situation. Trying to calm myself, I keep closing my eyes, I want to sleep... I can't have a high blood pressure so I keep thinking of good things to relieve my tension. 7:00am ..Now's the time when one by one the OR staffs, nurses and doctors keep walking in front of my bed..can't actually remember who they are and what they looked like since i was a little groggy already... One by one they are asking lots of questions to me, trying to joke around to settle my mood. I can't be sleeping during the operation. I can't be tensed, I can't be nervous... When they told me to lie on my side to give me the anesthesia and asked me to reach my knees with my forehead, thats the worst heart beat i ever felt. It went faster and faster and i don't feel like moving and help myself so the big guy tried to help me bend over and I really felt the needle.....until slowly i felt numbness on my lower part.... From there I can't really remember how i profess my tension. For all I know the first thing was I  feel like vomiting and then I did. After that the anesthesiologist tried to tell me stories which wouldn't matter to me... Just to make me feel awake. Not so long after that, My OB told me that I keep talking and talking and they felt I was having a nervous breakdown already.. I even told her "doc, lumalakas tibok ng puso ko mamamatay na ata ako...." According to my doctor, I keep uttering this phrase for several times and she asked the anesthesiologist to put me to sleep or else they can't proceed to the operation since my blood pressure was then rising... When they gave me a shot I suddenly felt blocked out. I really thought that was my end. I woke up already in my room, they didn't put me to recovery room so long because it won't help. Good thing when i woke up, I already saw my mother in law... and assured me the baby is safe. So I smiled. I really told her "ma, akala ko patay na ako." and she laughed, because she knew my tension disaster all along...But at least all my heardships are worth it..I'm so happy with my babies, my life and my hubby....Thank Goodness I won't be having to undergo such operations again....

A gift from the heart

As what the title of this blog would like to imply, it was not a sweet gift of chocolates nor a fragrant smelling dozens of roses... It was a gift from my hubby's heart and practicality in its true sense of gift giving... I was surprised when my hubby got home last valentines day holding a paper bag from Mango. When he handed to me the paper bag with a kiss, he told me that "ndi na ako bumili ng rose kasi ndi magtatagal and chocolate tataba ka lang" (I didn't buy roses anymore since it won't last and chocolates will give you extra weight.) So he bought me a bag instead. He knows I'm a big fan of bags and he knows where to catch me in times of these events. Thank you so much honey!!!

hearts day everyday!!!

Me and my hubby are celebrating valentines day for 10 long years already. Every year we would go out and have dinner... from our most simplest Mc Donalds value meal to a cozy resto. I remember the most was when we were still studying and had a very limited allowance, we would end up ordering value meal no. 1 (which is the cheapest as ever) and share with it. Share for a single burger, coke and fries. It's so true. That was one of our memorable and happy moments together.. Yes, things may change, situation changes together with our own maturity. But our simple hearts would still go with our young experiences. There was also a time that both of us has no job. No money to spend even in a single chocolate bar. But still we are happy just greeting each other "Happy Valentines Day Honey..." Gifts no matter how expensive they are would mean nothing if hearts will not feel the happiness and sincerity of their partner. There was also a time that we dine out in a cozy place somewhere near sgt. esguerra with my brother celebrating Valentine's day with us. It was the best valentine's ever, imagine me having 2 gentleman at valentine's day? Well, no gifts was given to me though, and yet, it was an unforgettable moment for me. Because seldom we do celebration like this with my bro. And even no gifts to remember, the moment was worth it. It's not just valentine's day that we have to share our hearts with our partner or loved ones. It should be everyday, everyminute that you must share your feelings with them, you'll never know if it would be your last day (scary huh?). But we must admit it's true. Now that hubby is busy with his work, I don't ask or demand anything from him, because I understand he's working a lot, but I know deep inside him, he knows how much I love him and care for him...even if it's not hearts day...Love you honey!!!

One Great Mommy Moment

Railey playing with Barney
Railey with Barney

The first time I ever saw my son playing with pets was when we were in my childhood bestfriend Lila's house last Feb 2, 2009. I know how my son would react everytime he see dogs, cats, even the smallestants...He's freakin' mad!!! But this time a totally different kid. A very pet loving boy. He even played with Barney (the cute dog) the whole time I was busy chatting with his Ninang Lila. From then on, he would always ask me, mommy I like to have a pet...OMG!!! I'm not a pet lover myself!!! I would simply say, "we don't know how to take care of them, maybe next time." And he would answer like a grown up boy..."mommy, I want to take care of pets, I love them, I'll feed them, I'll give them a good shower and I'll play with them, i'll ask the dog to fetch the bone. But mom, how can I brush his teeth....they are so liit...." Hearing these words, made me realize that this has been another great mommy moment for me...My son is serious for having pets and he knows how to take care of pets. My son is growing up so fast.. He can now answer me with a great sense.

Sunday Lunch

Me and Hubby
Hubby and Railey

Color Time!!!

My Railey

My nothing-so-special Salisbury Steak

After hearing mass yesterday at St. Paul the Apostle's Parish in Timog, we went to Gateway Mall in Cubao with my mom, my hubby and railey. Ok! it was a nice lunch because we only have 1 kid with us and this time...adult team won... We didn't have KFC this time. Although Railey still had chicken but we had lunch in Pancake House...At least there are other options to choose. I had Salisbury Steak. My mom only had Pancakes...(dieting fever)...My hubby and my son had Chicken....and 3 extra gravy, charged for 28 pesos each...hmmpf...As I remember about only a month ago, the extra gravy in Pancake House costs only 13 pesos...well anyway, The salisbury steak tastes just ok...Nothing Special. hehehhehe...

Slimming treatments on the rise!!!

I've never been a fan of any slimming treatments before...Though I believe liposuction really works in no downtime... But now, I have discovered that non sugical lipo really does wonders... My mom was also in search for a treatment that will help firm and tone her sagging skin. Maybe because she lost a lot of weight during the past months and some signs of ageing as well. We were in doubt to avail the non surgical treatments for her, we just tried it since Slimmer's World offered her special discounts and freebies unlike the very expensive Marie France and Zunic treatments. She availed Quick Slim package just like the Body Wrap that MArie France is offering her for 80,000 PHP. She got 20 treatments of Quick SLim in Slimmers World for only 26,000 php.... Imagine the big difference??? But I tell you after her 2nd treatment we noticed that her sagging skin in her arms somewhat thightened. She really loved how it gave her the chance to wear her favorite haltered dresses again. Imagine just for the 2nd treatment there was already a noticeable effect. Now She asked me to search for a supplier of those spa kits.. Why? The quick slim treatment according to her was just simple.... The therapist just applied on a cool gel all over her entire body and wrap her with bandages, after an hour, the therapist removed the bandages and said done already...just as simple as that. Too bad can't find any supplier in the Philippines. I found dealers in Malaysia, Singapore, China and Europe. So if u could help me find one then better..hhahahha... She was really happy to that she did not enroll in any expensive spa and slimming centers. Anyway, It was not only the Quick Slim that captured her attention. A treatment called Hot Masque was also in a great noticeable effect. Whew... Actually i also tried those treatments since the consultant gave us lots of freebies so we can have the feel of it... And guess what, it was really cool.... Loved it!!! My mom asked me not to post pictures....Quite shy...you know.... I think more treatments then she'll be as confident as ever....

Sunday Lunch

Fried fish fillet in black bean sauce
Max's Family Chicken

Sunday yesterday......and the usual sunday lunch was spent with KIDDOS again...and as expected it would be another chicken sunday....good thing not in any fast food joints...Oh well, we had our lunch at Max's resto... And as usual the ever famous Max's Chicken was their favorite...I mean who can oppose to them, they were 3 and I am 1 alone. well, as what i've said it was not in any fast food joints. I was always hoping for a great lunch every sunday, maybe next time, I'll try to bring them to malls after lunch time, that way, they will never crave for any chickadese or fast foods.. The nicest thing in Max's was the Fried fish fillet with black bean sauce. At least i had fish.....