Excited for School!

Anevay kept on asking when she'll be going back to school. Last Thursday we went there already for some picture taking. It was nice to see some of the kids again and chat with some mothers. I am actually excited as Anevay for school time. I am looking forward to seeing her read more complicated words like bushnell rifle scopes. Right now she tries to read everything she sees. That's the reason why I am excited. I know that this school year she would vastly improve in the reading department. And of course having school will make me busy and somehow forget my longing for the husband. It will also makes the days goes faster and the arrival of him close. Our situation really is hard but unless we saw an opportunity here in the country that will matched what he is receiving right now we would be continuing on this lifestyle. I just hope the closeness that he and Anevay have will not be affected by the distance

First Haircut @ Davids

It's been more than six months since my last visit to the saloon. Oh yes, when I was recovering I did not have any foot scrub, pedi and mani plus hair cut and some hair treatment. I used to do this on a monthly basis before the accident. So when the husband was home I took the time to visit Davids with him and the little girl in tow. And I decided to let Anevay have her first hair cut by a professional. At first I thought she'll get scared but no, she enjoyed every minute of it. From the time her hair was washed, then cut and then blow dried. She was all smile.


Our baby is indeed growing up. And no, on my next visit to the saloon I won't bring her with me. I might incur some expenses there. haha.

Nido Discovery Center

A lot of people are telling me that Anevay would enjoy going to Nido Discovery Center since they know how much she fancies astronomy. So when we had the time I told the husband to go to MOA so that we can finally go there. I have not read any review about the place just like I have read some sensa reviews that why I am clueless what to expect. For one, I did not know that the entrance fee is that expensive. It's Php 330 per head. I end up paying Php 990 for the three of us. This will include the entrance, a chance to explore their interactive displays and the 35 minute film showing. We arrived before the showing of Cosmic Collision. The interactive displays were not that interesting. The little girl did not even played with them. I have not had a chance to explore since I am tired and my feet are swollen. The displays explains why a person burp, throw up and fart. There is also a flight simulation. Anevay enjoyed the film showing very much. She kept on talking while the cosmic collision was showing. Well, it was worth it since she enjoyed it. And one of her dreams came true, she met an astronaut.

Our Little Photographer

Maybe Anevay kept on seeing me taking pics on everything that interest me through my phone or the camera. There are times when I need to post something to my blog and there goes the picture taking. Because of that, anevay now develop a habit to take pictures of anything. And her interest on taking pictures grow a lot more when I got the IPHONE. There was one time when we were eating that she took a picture of her new shoes.

And when we were having a breakfast at Sofitel, she took the SLR and started taking pictures of her daddy.

Indeed a Daddy's Girl

Last May 19, we spend the night at Sofitel. It's my wedding anniversary gift to my husband which turn out to be one of his gift to me too! lol. Because I was able to relaxed and enjoy the night while he and Anevay played. He even asked if I wanted to shop for a bag in the hotel's store. I said no, I have enough bags already. Maybe if he asked if I wanted a prevage I would say yes. haha.

Anevay had fun at Sofitel that when we check out she was asking me when we are going to go back. At the hotel Anevay was able to enjoy the MAC while we are eating. I got to savor every bits of the fruits that I got from the cocktail table.

After dinner we went out to enjoy the night breeze and the playground. Here is one of those times Anevay is playing with her daddy.

Then after breakfast, she went swimming with Daddy. This time we were laughing at her because she kept on telling her daddy that she was scared when in fact when she is having her lessons the swimming pool is 5ft whereas in the picture it's only 2 feet. Oh yes, she is indeed a Daddy's girl.

And I love this shot!

She can READ!

I enrolled Anevay in her school's summer reading class for two weeks. And I was there the whole time waiting for her. And there are times when her teachers would see me they would say that she can read. Actually I already know that she can read because during the break from school we are playing on her IPAD with PHONICS. So as not to pressure her, I try asking her to read some three letter word as if we were playing. And I was so proud (though I tried not to show my enthusiasm that much) when she can read the words. And through the summer program I think Anevay have progressed a lot in the reading department. She is trying to read every word she came across.

And then the last time we were in the mall with her Daddy, she stopped us and started reading the words on the glass. The word is SALE! haha. My favorite! But she really has read it. Then her daddy feeling so proud and would like to test his little girl point the word GALAXY to Anevay. The little girl answered the challenge and was able to read the word with a little help of course with the XY. But we are proud parents, really! I cannot wait for school to come and see her learn more.

A Miracle

When I got married some 'so called' friends have already warned me against getting married because of my LUPUS. For them its not worth taking a risk. But for me and my husband we trust the will of God. If he gave it to us we know we would be able to combat anything. And we are very glad that our faith never falter. Because today despite of all the medication that I took during my pregnancy we have a very normal and intelligent little girl. She is indeed a miracle for us. A blessing that god has given us. I know that many mothers are very lucky like me. Some are normal yet they would bear an offspring that has birth defects. Sometimes its because of fate but sometimes it's because of the medicine they took. For example Topamax. There have been Topamax lawsuit that are being filed right now because there are those who were born with cleft lip or cleft palate. And according to studies this are women who were prescribed Topamax when they are pregnant. So if you are one of those, you can contact O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949.

Our Barbie Doll

Yesterday  we attended the wedding of a childhood friend of mine and Anevay is one of her flower girl. Before the wedding, I was having trouble thinking what to do with Anevay’s make up. You see, I don’t know how to apply one and I don’t want the little girl to attend the wedding without having her hair styled nor with no make up. So in the end I decided to have hers done along the way. To be exact it’s at jessie Mendez in Marque Mall in Pampanga. Contrary to what I expected she enjoyed the session. Though I don’t like the color of the thing they put in her eyes. But all in all she is quite a beauty.

We were so proud of her. Look at her in her gown.

She looks like a Barbie doll. and I am so pleased because everybody keeps on saying that she looks like a mini me. haha

Projects of Daddy and Anevay

Truth is my husband and our little girl shares the common interest. Though I take pride in having a daughter with endless curiousity and thirst for learning, I know most of these can be attributed to her daddy’s genes. Oh, everybody says that she is smart because she has me as her mom but I know the daddy also plays a great role in my daughter’s intelligence. And both of us wants her to explore whatever her interest is. According to the husband she’ll be an astrophysicist but it’s too early to tell. Who knows she might be one of those Bronx Accident Attorney in the future. Right?

But for now, the husband is so happy because she shares his interest. So, when he comes home he was carrying a luggage full of boxes that contains tools for their to explore. Except for the microscope, she also have this…

The husband is holding the sun, while Anevay is putting the planets. And here is the finished product.

Then they assembled the telescope

And here they are looking into the sky

I am just on the side watching them and taking pictures. I so love their moments together.

What's for Mommy?

May has always been my month because it is my birth month, mother's day and our anniversary. So, the husband always go home during this month. And even if I told him many times I don't need any gift because having him is enough for me, I just can't discourage him. And every year, I think the cost of my gifts are getting a lot more expensive. haha.

For my birthday, I received the another phone. Last year, I got a Google Phone from him. And now an Iphone. I am still having a hard time saying goodbye to my old phone since it's been with me through the rough stages of my life. But as the husband said I should not be that attached to material things.

For our anniversary, I received my most expensive watch to date. I told the husband I wanted something in gold, because I already have silver and some sport watches. I want something simple and elegant. And my wish was granted. I can used the watch anytime. When I am in jeans or in a dress. The only thing about is, is that I am sometimes concerned that it might get snatched from me.

Then for Mother's day, we bought a new washing machine. I am saying my goodbye to my whirlpool washing machine. It has seen it's good days. Though it's only four years old but I think it already needs replacement.

so there, that's for mommy. Yes, I am one spoiled wife.

Daddy's Gift to Her Little Girl

Anevay knows that her daddy have some toys for her when he comes home. Every time her dad bought something he would show it to her when we have a video call. So when she saw her, after giving him countless kisses ang hugs she asked where is her telescope. haha. One of her many request. During our ride home, I already warned the husband not to open all the toys because I was already tired. Truth is, my energy has already been down the drain because I am not feeling well. I was not even able to concentrate when we were discussing the Medicare plan that he had availed.

Good thing the little one was content on seeing the boxes of her toys. Here is the luggage full of her stuff :

This is the toy which I let her play on the first night. It does not need anything but batteries. Once switched on it will just light up and there is a voice over that explains about the constellation and even the horoscope. It keeps the little girl occupied for some time.

But when the morning comes, she asked her Daddy to start putting up her solar system toy. Since my husband is good in encouraging our daughter, Anevay is so delighted to be able to help her daddy in the project. She was the one who put the planets on the hook. And here is the finished product.

Then when we went home after doing some shopping in the mall, they put the telescope together. Oh, yes, a real telescope!

Anevay is in her happiest right now. But not only because of the toys that Daddy has given her. She keeps on saying that she is happy because she has a complete family!

Where do I begin?

Seems like I have been away from my blog for so many weeks but in reality it's only been days. But as expected we are busy ever since the husband arrived. I'm so happy that he was able to witness even just one day of summer school. I am really proud and happy that Anevay did not even show any aloofness to her daddy. And while waiting on the airport she was so impatient. And it did not help that at the moment I was having a bad stomach day that we have a clean bathroom so that I can throw up. And I did. Fortunately, that do the trick. When the husband arrives I am was already okay but not that okay that we were not able to go shopping for Chocolates in Duty Free. But all went well.

Re-Learning

My husband has been encouraging me to re-learn my course. I am a graduate of Computer Science so I know some knowledge in programming. But the idea is not that appealing to me. It's just that I am not looking forward to debugging hundreds upon hundreds of line written in the language known to the computer. It's a tiring job and one I don't have patience for. Yet, there are times when my mind is looking for it. The challenge of starting from scratch and coming up with something worthwhile is one of the things I lived for. Example of it is having a Change management software that will be engineered for company who has to undergo some changes in their arsenal. I know it's a long shot but it's what I am looking for. It's something that can also be helpful to others.

Mother's Day

I am not one of those people who does not likes to click on videos and links that are posted in Facebook. Most of the time if I like the video or picture I would go directly to youtube or search it in google. Because I am doubtful when it comes to links. I always believed that most of the time curiosity kills the cat. But there are some viral thingy in Facebook that I do. Like the time when some of us changed their profile picture to their favorite cartoon character to fight child abuse. Now, there is a new instruction again. This time for Mother's Day. When I saw the message I just know I will do it. If there is someone in this world to whom I owe my life with and how good it turn out to be, it's my Mom.

My mother is not a career woman. Because of poverty, she was not even able to complete her education. But guess what? With the help of my father she was able to produce a math quiz bee champion and consistent elementary valedication and high school salutatorian in my older sister and of course, ME, I don't mean to be boastful but I graduated on top of my class. Though she went to heaven when I was just 15 years old, she have shown me how to fight and be courageous for her family. Whenever I am in pain, I would call 'mommy' everytime. Which freaks out whoever is watching me. hahaha. I really salute my mom. She is my idol when it comes to taking care of Anevay. The reason why I chose to be a stay at home mom :). I miss you mommy and I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.

Tiring Week

I just can't wait for the weekend to come. This week has been a tiring week for us. Our day was consist of summer class in the morning and swimming lessons in the afternoon. It's tiring, yes, but I am also loving the activities we have especially since I can see the improvement of Anevay both in mental and physical skills. Today, her Teacher told me that she really can read now. Well, I was not suprised because yesterday while eating she told me she can spell read. And she did so correctly. Then when I was putting sunblock on her she read NIVEA and SUN. As for her swimming lessons, she is so brave. She can now go underwater, do some bubbles and swim around the pool. I am so proud of our little girl. And my heart swell when I hear comments that she is sweet and smart. I am so blessed to have her.

On the other hand, while the little girl bravely swim around the pool, the mommy is still walking. hahaha. Well, according to the coach he does not want to stressed my legs. So we take it slowly. But guess what? I am losing some weight. And I can see my tummy becoming smaller. I was hoping to try zumba dancing but just a few minutes of it have left me aching. But with swimming I am having lots of fun. That is the reason why I am considering on having it as a form of exercise for me. Maybe, after my lessons I can try swimming MWF.