Coming home soon
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Make every day a good skin day
Look Sun-Kissed
"A little tint takes years off your face by evening out your skin tone," which a recent study found is a key marker of youthfulness, says Ranella Hirsch, M.D., a dermatologist in Cambridge, MA. Her favorite for a natural look: Olay Complete Touch of Sun Daily UV Moisturizer + A Touch of Sunless Tanner ($15; drugstores), a lotion with a low level of self-tanner.
Eat a Skin-Saving Breakfast
The first meal of the day for New York City derm Doris Day, M.D., includes almonds. "They contain essential fatty acids, which help put the brakes on inflammation that accelerates fine lines, sagging, and blotchiness." Not feeling like a nut? Salmon, tuna, and halibut are good lunch/dinner sources.
Spray Away Dryness
To keep her skin supple, LA-based derm Jessica Wu, M.D., sprays it several times daily with La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water ($8.50; drugstores). (She often spritzes her face when stuck in traffic!) Bonus: The water is packed with minerals like selenium that protect against UV damage.
Pour On the Protection
To ensure she layers on enough sunscreen ("the best way to keep skin youthful"), Garland, TX-based dermatologist Lisa Garner, M.D., president of the Women's Dermatologic Society, fills the hollow of her palm (about ½ teaspoon) with a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher to coat her face, neck, and ears. "I usually have to apply two coats to finish what I've squeezed out, but that's how I make sure I'm covered."
Zen Your Skin
If anyone has stress, it's doctors. High levels of tension can spike hormone production that leads to breakouts or aggravates conditions like psoriasis. "Controlling stress keeps your skin calm—but that's easier said than done," says Annie Chiu, M.D., a derm in LA. Taking a 10-minute time-out to apply a face mask and relax on her bed works for Chiu. Another trick: Ban the 'Berry. "I turn off my cell phone after 8 at night. Every little bit helps!" she says.
Protect with Powder
Sunscreen stops working in less than 3 hours, so reapplication is key, says Washington, DC-based derm Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D. For easy touch-ups, she uses powder sunscreen. "It's light, so makeup stays intact." Her fave: Colorescience Pro Sunforgettable Powder SPF 50 ($60; colorescience.com).
Develop a Bedside Manner
"I often find it difficult to stick to my anti-aging regimen at bedtime," says Francesca Fusco, M.D., an NYC derm. To avoid missing her evening routine, she stores these products in a pretty makeup case she keeps on her nightstand. "So if I've forgotten—or was just too tired to apply products at the sink—I can do it easily while in bed." Her must-haves: Renova (an Rx retinoid), EpiCeram (an ultrahydrating Rx moisturizer), SCO lip balm, Earth to Skin Care Cracked Heel Renewal, Creative Nail Design Solar oil (to soften cuticles), and Listerine White Strips.
Wear Your Veggies
Frozen peas help soothe itchy, irritated eyes for Jeanine Downie, M.D., a derm in Montclair, NJ. "Once I get home from work, I remove my makeup and put a bag of frozen peas on my lids for about 5 minutes." The cold helps reduce swelling and pigmentation, a side effect of repeated irritation from her eczema. Unlike inflexible ice packs, a bag of peas easily conforms to the shape of the eyes for a faster effect.
Avoid Impact
"The repeated jarring of high-impact cardio like running can weaken collagen and lead to sagging," says Oakland, CA, dermatologist Katie Rodan, M.D. "So until a 'face bra' is invented, I'll stick to cycling and the elliptical machine:
Strike a Pose
Most derms will bend over backward for great skin. Hema Sundaram, M.D., a Washington, DC-area dermatologist, bends forward. Yoga moves "like Child's Pose, Downward-Facing Dog, and Sun Salutations improve circulation—the boost of oxygen is what gives skin that lovely yoga glow." Another reason to take to the mat: New research finds regular yoga practice may reduce the inflammation and stress that speed skin aging.
Lather With Care
"Mild cleansers are one of my best secrets," says Chicago derm Jonith Breadon, M.D. She's partial to CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser ($11; drugstores), which contains ceramides—fatty materials that help retain moisture.
Cut Back on the Sweet Stuff
The breakdown of sugars, called glycation, damages the collagen that keeps skin smooth and firm. To prevent this natural process from careening out of control, Naila Malik, M.D., a derm in Southlake, TX, sticks to low-glycemic carbs like whole grains; they're naturally low in sugar, and the body processes them slowly to limit the loss of collagen.
Pump Iron to Plump Skin
"I am religious about strength-training, and I always tell patients to do it more as they get older," says Patricia Farris, M.D., a dermatologist in Metairie, LA. The payoff: firmer skin from the neck down, the result of having better, more supportive muscle tone. "It's like adding volume to the face with fillers, except on your body," says Farris.
Skip Sodium
Diet soda is a vice that Audrey Kunin, M.D., a Kansas City, MO, dermatologist, just can't quit—she downs up to six cans a day. When she realized that all the sodium in soda (anywhere from 25 to 50 mg per can) made her eyes and jawline puffy, she switched to a brand that doesn't punish her skin: sodium-free Diet Rite soda. "It satisfies my cravings and my skin looks much better."
Tea Up
In her teens, Amy Wechsler, M.D., an NYC derm, started drinking green and black tea for the taste. Now she drinks three to five cups a day to safeguard her skin. Research suggests that both types of tea contain protective compounds—like EGCG and theaflavins—that help prevent skin cancers and the breakdown of collagen, the cause of wrinkles.
From Yahoo Health
Setting priorities
As a parent, I want my kids to grow up as God-fearing and kind-hearted person. Second, I want them to have a secure future. In these trying times, working day and night won’t suffice to the growing needs of my kids. Even the combined salary of me and my husband sometimes fall short to the demands of the household. We prioritized their needs more than ours. Even my simple wants were shoved off indefinitely. I’m not ranting; it’s the bitter sweet reality of being a parent. Just last night, we were discussing of having bullion investment. It’s a great idea, isn’t it?
What’s true about you?
| You Are Ambitious |
 You have a laser focus when it comes to achieving your goals, and you stay on task. More than being a hard worker, you are a smart worker. You can always figure out a way to get what you want. You don't just climb up the ladder - you skip steps. You break every rule that you can. |
Are you a perfectionist?
| You Are 29% Perfectionist |
 You're sometimes hard on yourself, but you usually focus on what you're doing right! |
King Midas
Have you ever wished you can be like King Midas? He is the king from Greek mythology who has the ability to turn everything he touched into gold. The “Golden touch” can turn a piece of wood into gold bar in no time. He become greedy and made his son turns to gold too.
Having the “Golden touch” I know is close to impossible but sometimes, I wish fairytales and fantasies become real even for a single day. I can pay off all our debts, whew! But reality bites. It won’t happen, ever. And so, we as individuals need to work our ass of hard to pursue our dream and to give our kids a better future.
Little Miss Can't Be Wrong
Saturday 9: Little Miss Can't Be Wrong
1. Who was the last person you dealt with that felt that they could never be wrong?
Who else, but the dear husband.
2. Tell us about one person who is the most like you.
I’d say it’ll be my best friend Jhong.
3. What is something you really want right now?
To have enough money so I can take a break and shop for myself.
4. What are you doing this weekend?
I’m at work now and tomorrow, I’ll attend church. We might drop by my in-laws too.
5. Are you in a good mood? If yes, Why?
Yes. I’m the easiest person to please. Just a good, uninterrupted sleep makes me happy.
6. Do you have an ex that you are pretty sure thinks about you a lot?
I think so. Hahaha!
7. What's one thing you wish you could do but can't?
Win in a lottery! I don’t bet that’s why it’s close to impossible.
8. What's one trait you hate in a person?
Being procrastinator. If you can do it now, do it now. Don’t wait for tomorrow.
9. What's one thing you like to do alone?
Shop for myself. I hate it when the husband tags along whenever I shop as he always criticize whatever I delight.
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Friday Fill-in #191
And...here we go!
1. You do your thing; I do mine and sometimes we do things together.
2. Daydreaming about wedding and having our own house is what's been on my mind on and off all day.
3. Remember when you make promises to a child, never ever break it.
4. House, wedding and baby stuff are three of my favorite obsessions :-)
5. During the last year this was the most difficult time of our lives.
6. Hearing my first born speaks English puts a smile on my face.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hearing my son about their Buwan ng Wika culminating activity, tomorrow my plans include going back to work, whatelse and Sunday, I want to shop something for myself!
Giving Away Money
Welcome to the August 26th edition of Thursday Thunks!
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Thursday Thunks: Giving Away Money
The TT questions are brought to you by Bud, the color of organic salsa and the number 3333.
I haven’t done it for years now. Hooray!
2. If you had 1,000 dollars and HAD to spend it, what would you buy?
I’d first pay my debts before buying bags, shoes and clothes for me and my kids.
3. What was the last beverage you spilled on yourself?
Water.
4. When was the last photograph you took? What was it of?
My daughter during her first birthday celebration last week.
5. Who was the last person to smoke a cigarette in your presence?
My officemate. I absolutely hate the smell but I had no choice.
6. What animal did you last pet or hold?
Our parrot who died early today :(
7. What was the last superstitious thing you did?
Bite my finger which I used to point somewhere.
8. What was the last text message you received?
It’s from my husband telling me to take care while I am off the road.
9. Berleen has decided to buy twelve goats. If she trades three for some awesome pot, loses one while she was stoned, what do you think she did with the rest?
Take care of it and use it’s milk to make cheese.
10. What was the last musical instrument played in your presence?
A piano.
11. What was the last note that you wrote on your hand?
I don’t write notes on my hand. The last time I did such was way back in college – a cheat sheet.
12. Kimber announced that she was born on another planet. Which one do you think it was and why?
Mars?
13. What are you wearing as you answer these ridiculously stupid TT questions?
I’m wearing jeans and company polo shirt and flip flops.
Welcome back
Welcome to Saturday: 9. What we've committed to our readers is that we will post 9 questions every Saturday. Sometimes the post will have a theme, and at other times the questions will be totally unrelated. Those weeks we do "random questions," so-to-speak. We encourage you to visit other participants posts and leave a comment. Because we don't have any rules, it is your choice. We hate rules. We love memes, however, and here is today's meme!
1. Where were you the last time that someone welcomed you back?
The last time, as far as I remember, was when we had vacation in our province after more than 5 years of not going there.
2. Tell us who is you favorite non-family member to hang out with?
I don’t have a specific person but definitely it would be my relatives/cousins on my father’s side of the family. I even don’t know their names, would you believe that.
3. What was the last thing that happened to anger you?
My eldest kid getting all cranky and doesn’t want to drink his milk while the husband making me more annoyed.
4. What was the last thing that you saw that was shocking to see?
I haven’t seen something shocking so far.
5. What is your favorite thing to do on Saturday besides Saturday 9?
Chill. Relax. If only I could…
6. Have you had your summer vacation yet? If yes tell us about it.
Summer is over in this side of the world. And I am not actually fond of summer vacation, to tell you the truth.
7. Pick out one of your cousins and tell us about them.
It has to be my very first cousin who died. My aunt got married and got pregnant after few months, the baby lasted only for two weeks. In the same year, his father died. It was so depressing.
8. Do you have any special plans for next week?
Be in my kid’s school for the culminating program for the “Buwan ng Wika.”
9. At what age will you consider yourself old and why?
I’ll consider myself old if my age isn’t in the calendar anymore.
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Quicker.com is having a blog contest
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Faye is having a contest on her blog and is open to all international readers. Read more about the contest here.
The Contest Ends on the 8th of Sept 2010 so if you wish to participate you must enter before that date. Winners will be announced on Sept 18,2010! The winners will be picked through Random.org!
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3. Leave a comment in this post telling Faye what you did and give the link of the blog post. 1 Entry.
4. Comment to any of her post. From August 8,2010 to Sept 8,2010 and you’ll have 1 entry each comment.
-Make it sure it’s at least three word ! LOL And NO SPAMMING, PLEASE!
Friday Fill-in #190
And…here we go!
1. Laughter is the medicine, they say.
2. “Good day Alain” are the three words that started off the last email I sent.
3. What I’m most looking forward for today is to have free stress test using heart rate variability test offered in our company.
4. Seeing my kids puts a smile on my face.
5. Where in the world can I find patience and understanding?
6. Motivation – just what I needed!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I’m looking forward to a sumptuous dinner, tomorrow my plans include dropping by the mall after work and Sunday, I want to be stress free!
no more a baby
Surreal it may sound but one year ago, I gave birth to a very tiny and fragile baby. And yesterday, my little darling just turned one. And this weekend, the husband and I planned to clean the house and renovate her room. We needed to scrape off the nursery decoration we have set up for her. No more girly stuff like flowers, fairies and starts. She’s not anymore a baby but a toddler. And soon, we know, she’d be into castles and princesses. Or she’d be into cartoon characters. Indeed, time flies so fast. Before I knew it, she’d be in preschool already.
You give it a title
Welcome to the August 19th edition of Thursday Thunks!
(which we always seem to post on Wednesday)
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Write about it on your blog... simple as that.
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We'll have so much fun and become lifelong friends....
Thursday Thunks: You give it a title
The TT questions are brought to you by Berleen, the color of lightning bolts and the number 1.
A. If you see a tornado out your window, what do you do?
Honestly speaking, I haven’t seen a big tornado ever. And if I do, I’d probably run for my life.
B. A celebrity knocks on your door saying that their tour bus/limo/pedal bike broke down (you pick the transportation)... who is it and what do you do to help them?
Eerr.. I don’t know. In this side of the world, they would never, ever do such. Their drivers would do that for them.
C. Brett is back on the Vikings - do you really give a crap?
No.
D. What side of the bed do you think Bud sleeps on?
Left.
E. Cookie Monster eats vegetables now. Is this ok with you?
Yes.
F. All the TT's get together for coffee... which state do we meet in?
I’d say in CA.
G. Is the town you live in famous for anything? Infamous for anything?
Nothing to be famous about here.
H. Coffee flavored bubble gum - would you?
Eeww! Yuck!
I. So Kimber lost her fight with a granite table.... what did you ever lose a fight with?
I’ve lost track of how many fights I lost.
J. Have you ever slept beneath the stars?
I haven’t and I would really love to take it a try.
K. School is starting up soon, or has for some, did you get a new pair of tennis shoes every year while you were in school?
New pair of shoes, yes, but no specifically a tennis shoes.
L. What two flavors do you love that you would never want to taste at the same time?
Chocolate. Sour cream.
M. If you could shave a quote into a lions fur, what would it say?
???
N. Did you ever accidentally walk in on your parents doing the nasty? Did you ever purposely walk in on them?
Never!
Superstition
1. What are you superstitious about?
Honestly, I don’t believe in superstition. However, since the oldies around me believe in such and for the sake of not arguing with them, I tend to follow.
2. What’s the story behind one of your scars?
A stick stuck out of the plastic bag I was carrying when I was still a kid and it scraped my calves. The scar was an inch long and was deep but I hide it to my parents so they weren’t able to have it stitched.
3. What are three things that you would rather be doing right now?
Sleep. Shop. Relax.
4. What do you do when you're bored?
I know it isn’t a good thing but I eat when I’m bored.
5. What's your favorite thing to do? Why?
Shop! No need to explain why, right?
6. What do you do when you're lonely?
Daydream. Surf the internet. Daydream more.
7. How do you measure the passing of time in life?
I don’t know.
8. What would constitute "the perfectly lived day" for you?
A perfect lived day for me is a day when my kids don’t fight over a toy, they weren’t scolded by their father, and when the whole house is not noisy.
9. If you knew you were going to die in a year, what would you do in your final days?
Spend the days with my family especially my kids. I would want them to have happy memories with me.
Thanks so much for joining us again at Saturday: 9. As always, feel free to come back, see who has participated and comment on their posts. In fact sometimes, if you want to read & comment on everyone's responses, you might want to check back again tomorrow. But it is not a rule. We haven’t any rules here. Join us on next Saturday for another version of Saturday: 9, "Just A Silly Meme on a Saturday!" Enjoy your weekend!
Ninoy Aquino Day
Originally, the 23rd of August is a holiday as it is the nearest Monday of the 21st. But PNoy’s decision to declare August 23rd as regular day made everyone else grieving except me. I am very, very grateful for his decision. It means a double pay Saturday for me. (My schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, that’s why.)
"The president is empowered under RA No. 9492 to modify holidays by law, order or proclamation," Lacierda said.
Oh, I’m so happy. Thanks PNoy!
A face for radio
Welcome to the August 12th edition of Thursday Thunks!
(which we always seem to post on Wednesday)
Where we make you think a little bit before you blog!
We pick a subject, and your job is to interpret it anyway you want.
Write about it on your blog... simple as that.
Maybe you can interpret it as a picture - we don't care!
Please only leave a link if you have written a Thursday Thunks post.
Don't forget to go visit the other participants' blogs.
Read and comment about all their Thursday Thunks responses!
That's what all this is about after all, isn't it?
We'll have so much fun and become lifelong friends....
Thursday Thunks: A Face for Radio
The TT questions are brought to you by Bud, the color of Sarah Palin's bible and the number 333.
1. What radio personality bothers you the most?
Here in this side of the world, I hate a few radio DJs who doesn’t talk with sense.
2. If abandoned alone in the wilderness, would you survive?
I don’t think so. Or it would depends if I have supplies, LOL!
3. If a sexy person was pursuing you, but you knew she was married, And neither her S/O or yours would never know, might you to the deed?
Nah! I’m faithful, 100%.
4. Do you like to pursue or be pursued?
It depends on the situation but I prefers most of the time to be pursued.
5. Use three words to describe yourself.
Spontaneous. Procrastinator. Fickle minded.
6. If Berleen was on a camping trip, do you thing she’d attract grizzlies?
I guess so.
7. Do you think more about the past, present or future?
I think more of the present then the future and almost forgets about the past. Does that make sense?
8. If your house was on fire, what would be the first thing, other than family or pets, that you grabbed?
My laptop, important documents then clothes for the kids.
9. Was your mom a cheerleader?
No.
10. Was your dad a jock?
No.
11. Bud’s been gone a while. Do you think he will return or shut down that Googled Warned blog?
Of course, he will return.
12. What’s your favorite junk food?
Now? Lays or Pringles in sour cream.
13. Do you believe in reincarnation?
No, I don’t.
Oprah
Today we picked Oprah Winfrey. Here's Wednesday Wickedness!
1. “I don't think you ever stop giving. I really don't. I think it's an on-going process. And it's not just about being able to write a check. It's being able to touch somebody's life.” What was the last thing that you did to help somebody’s life?
I lend my whole month salary to my brother who doesn’t have savings then so he can pay for the hospital bills of his girlfriend who gave birth.
2. “Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” How long have you ever held your breath?
Eerr.. I haven’t tried it recently.
3. “As you become more clear about who you really are, you'll be better able to decide what is best for you - the first time around.” At what point do you think that you really decided who your were?
It was four years ago when I got pregnant out of wed lock and my parents cursed me.
4. “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” At what time of the year do you think you celebrate your life the most?
Every new year and every birthday of my kids.
5. “So go ahead. Fall down. The world looks different from the ground.” Are there times when you thought you had fallen down and learned something about yourself?
Yeah, a lot of times.
6. “Devote today to something so daring even you can’t believe you’re doing it.” What was the last thing you did where you thought that you could not believe in what you were doing?
Perform in public. I was so humiliated.
7. “Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.” Do you think that you must struggle to become strong?
Of course!
8. “Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.” Do you feel that life’s experiences always prepare you for what there is to come?
Yes, I totally agree on that.
9. “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” Can only a rich person feel this way? What do you think Oprah means by this?
It only means don’t stop yourself from doing the things you loved to do.
10. “I do not believe in failure. It is not failure if you enjoyed the process.” Do you believe in failure?
Yes I do believe in failure. It makes me a better person.
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Shower of blessings
They say when it rains, it pours. I can attest to that. It has been two weeks now that we are “living in faith.” Our finances literally went zero in time when we need to pay for my son’s tuition fee and my daughter’s first birthday is in just a few days from now. But then again, we lift everything to the MAN above who knows our pains. My in-laws are vouching for the food and other party paraphernalia so we can celebrate my daughter’s birthday. And when we are almost giving up and holding to the last straw of hope we had, good news came pouring in, better than having bullion all together. Indeed, HE can only shower us with blessings upon blessings.
How is your inner child?
| Your Inner Child Is Surprised |
 Meaning, you're rarely cynical or jaded. You cherish all of the details in life. Easily fascinated, you enjoy experiencing new things. |
The cafe test
| You Are Flexible |
 You secretly wish that you could be a more successful person. Being rich is a dream of yours. You get easily annoyed by the world and other people. You wish people would be more responsible and conscientious. You are inspired by a mismatch of things. You never know what is going to get you thinking, and your mind tends to be racing. |
A gift
My youngest is turning one in little less than a week now. As we have decided way, way back that we aren’t throwing a party for her, my SIL and BIL vouch to buy cake, spaghetti, ice cream and balloon for her. My SIL, my girl’s godmother, even bought a dress for her. Our life become easy as all we need to buy is a new sandals for her and we are all set to a simple celebration for her first birthday. The MAN above really provides most especially when we have nothing else but faith on him. I am now thinking of what to ask my Dad who is in Middle East for his birthday gift to my kid. For sure he can’t say no if I ask him to buy gold jewelry for his granddaughter.
Friends
Saturday 9: Friends
1. How many of your friendships have lasted more than ten years? Which of your current friends do you feel will still be important to you ten years from now?
Only a few. My college buds will always be the most important friends I would ever had until the future, most especially Jhong.
2. When you look at yourself in the mirror, what’s the first thing you look at?
My face! How ugly I am. How unfortunate I am to have dry, skin. Bitter.
3. Who was the most recent person on your missed call list on your cell phone? What’s your relationship with the person?
My husband. Hahaha! I don’t answer calls even if he is the one calling if I am in a meeting.
4. What did your last text message you received on your cell phone say?
The husband and my first born already arrive in my in-laws place.
5. How would you “label” yourself?
What do you mean label? I am the most ordinary person you can meet but lives the most extraordinary life ever.
6. What was your favorite age that you’ve been?
I’d love to be the age where I am still a student and “money” isn’t a problem for you because it’s your parents’ problem. Haha!
7. What is your current desk top picture? What’s it significant?
I’m in the office right now so no desktop picture allowed here, for the 5s policy.
8. What was the last thing you said to someone that you‘d like to take back?
Uhm. I can’t barely remember it. Does that mean the husband and I didn’t fight this week? Hooray!
9. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to go back in time and fix all your mistakes which would you choose?
I’d take the million bucks and fix my future rather than go back in time and fix my mess.
Thanks so much for joining us again at Saturday: 9. As always, feel free to come back, see who has participated and comment on their posts. In fact sometimes, if you want to read & comment on everyone's responses, you might want to check back again tomorrow. But it is not a rule. We haven’t any rules here. Join us on next Saturday for another version of Saturday: 9, "Just A Silly Meme on a Saturday!" Enjoy your weekend!
What is your name
I found out this cool application in Facebook where they would check your name and finds an Angel name/Demon name for you. I know they don’t actually scan your name but gives you random answers but still, I find it amusing. Enough to give me a smile even for a few seconds.
Friday Fill-in #188
And...here we go!
1. Life is full of challenges along the way and better be ready when it hits you.
2. No matter how hard life knocks you up, you must keep going.
3. My last text message (or IM) ended in these three words: mad at me.
4. Greek food at Cyma is what I'm thinking about for dinner sometime soon.
5. On the 1st day of August I am already thinking about the tuition fee we need to pay for my first born and the first birthday of my second born.
6. Enough rest and a little relaxation make me lively and energetic.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to a nice dinner at home, tomorrow my plans include going back to work as usual and Sunday, I want to attend church and unwind!
Special Talents
Welcome to the August 5th edition of Thursday Thunks!
(which we always seem to post on Wednesday)
Where we make you think a little bit before you blog!
We pick a subject, and your job is to interpret it anyway you want.
Write about it on your blog... simple as that.
Maybe you can interpret it as a picture - we don't care!
Please only leave a link if you have written a Thursday Thunks post.
Don't forget to go visit the other participants' blogs.
Read and comment about all their Thursday Thunks responses!
That's what all this is about after all, isn't it?
We'll have so much fun and become lifelong friends....
Thursday Thunks: Special Talents
The TT questions are brought to you by Bud, the color of Judd Corizan's hair dye and the number 33.
I don’t have any talent, seriously.
2. What is your favorite sound?
Anything that can calm my nerves.
3. What was your favorite TV show as a child or teen?
G-mik, a local TV show here in this side of the world.
4. There are a lot of specialty TV networks now devoted to things like golf, gardening, shopping, game shows, sports, news and sci-fi. Do you have any favorite TV networks?
Lifestyle network.
5. What is your guilty pleasure TV show?
Anything about decorating the house to cooking shows. I can tune to Lifestyle network in one whole day without noticing the time.
6. Kimber is on the top of a mountain. How on earth did she get there and what was she doing?
She climbed the mountain and she’ll take pictures of how beautiful the place is.
7. Have you ever dreamt that you made love to someone you haven’t yet met?
No, I haven’t.
8. Berleen decides to run away and join the circus. What could you imagine her performing under the big top?
In a circus? She’d be a juggler perhaps.
9. What is your favorite sci-fi movie?
Is Inception a sci-fi movie?
10. What is your favorite reality show?
Amazing Race.
11. Bud says he is on vacation. What do you think he is doing?
Lounging in a cabana sipping ice cold watermelon shake.
12. When shopping at the grocery store, do you always return your cart?
Hahaha! No, I don’t.
13. Do you take compliments well?
It depends.
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Too much to ask for
“Mom, don’t turn your back on me.”
“Mom, I want milk. Stop feeding Claire first.”
“Mom, let’s go here and there.”
Oh, for the love of God, my sanity was almost in the brick of disappearing. Goodness! I didn’t actually know what to do. My husband was moaning so badly because he can’t bear the headache he has. (It makes me irritated at times because I felt he was just acting.) The little girl is extra clingy. If I could only cut myself to three so I can tend to all their needs at the same time, I would. These were the times my temper is tested to its ream, and I’m almost about to explode anytime soon. I’m just holding and giving extra effort to extend whatever needs to be extended as in the end, I still have no one to hold on to except myself.
To think that was just it, NO. It’s just the tip of the iceberg. Having sickies in the house rattles me the most. Most especially during this time when our finances aren’t doing well. We still have tons of fees due right now. Tuition fees, debts, and others. Holy cow! Where in the world will I get the money we need? If I could only disappear and float in the air, I would. I just want to have peace of mind even for a single day.
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