All Kinds of Me Stuff.

For Better or For Worse

2009-07-11T13:24:00.002+08:00

My post below made me think about all the weddings I have attended to and the marriages all of them had after. Fortunately, 100% of them are still together. They went through some tough times but held on to each other and became closer and stronger.

Wedding Anniversary Invitations for the 10, 25th and 50th year are something we always want to receive. It is a glowing testament that true love does exist and that marriage a sacrament worth celebrating over and over again. It is actually a reason to celebrate more than getting married in the first place.

For wedding anniversary invites, consider getting it done at Express Invitations. It can all be done online and their proof is exactly what you will see when you have it in your hands. They offer free shipping too!

Saturday 9: Wedding Day Blues

2009-07-11T13:15:00.001+08:00

1. If you have been or are married, tell us about your wedding. If you are not, tell us how would you want it to be.
It was my dream wedding come true :)

2. What age would you encourage your children to get married?
Age is not really an issue though I would prefer they get married when they have stable jobs and mature enough to handle a commitment.

3. Who got married at the last wedding that you attended?
A friend.

4. Do you enjoy weddings and receptions?
Yes :)

5. Have you cried at a wedding?
Usually!

6. Would you prefer a lavish event or a intimate ceremony?
Intimate.

7. Have you ever been in some one’s wedding party? If yes, do tell.
Yes, I think I’ve been to more than 30 weddings.

8. Does a wedding make you happy and sentimental or grouchy and skeptical?
Happy and sentimental. I remember my own wedding that is why.

9. Why do you think our divorce rate is so high?
People get married for the all the wrong reasons these days and marriage is no longer being held sacred. It’s a better and for worse situation. And it’s FOR LIFE.

Friday Fill-Ins 142

2009-07-10T15:02:00.001+08:00

Graphic courtesy of Tonya!

And...here we go!
1. The last thing I ate was chocolates and iced coffee. What a great combination eh?
2. Asthma medicines are something I recently bought.
3. When it rains, it pours hard! That goes for good and bad things.
4. Matthew was the first person I talked to today.
5. Hugs are instant comforters and uppers.
6. My daughter needs extra comfort.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to sleeping in, tomorrow my plans include going to Mass and Sunday, I want to Catch up on scrap assignments!

Bridal Shower Parties

2009-07-10T14:53:00.002+08:00

Maybe the only thing that is lacking when I was planning my wedding was I was not able to have my own bridal shower. My friends who were all single (I was the first to get married) didnt have a clue how to go on about throwing me one. Shower Bridal Invitations ideas were the only ones they came up with – a spa party. But it never materialized because I was too busy as well.

However that doesnt stop me from throwing a great spanking bridal shower for my friends now. Now that I am married and know all the more!

Manic Monday #175

2009-07-07T08:08:00.001+08:00

Name two things you consider yourself to be very good at:
Hmm, scrapping and writing I guess

Name two things you consider yourself to be bad at:
Singing and budgeting money

Name one thing not many people know about you:
I’m a very bad person :P Keeding :)

Expecting a Baby?

2009-07-07T07:55:00.002+08:00

If you are then you probably know how exciting it can be. From seeing the first two lines, to knowing the gender, to shopping for baby stuff and planning a Party Baby Shower.

If you love having parties, a baby shower is a must especially if you are expecting your first child. And if you are throwing a party, having a great invite is the first thing in your to-do list.

This baby shower invite is from Cards-411.com. With the influx of online stores, you can now shop just about anything on the internet, this one included.

You can choose from their many unique designs and once you send them your details, they can get a proof for you within an hour if it’s a business day. After approval, they usually print and ship it the same day. Plus, you get shipping free and 10 Thank You cards!

The Bucket list and other oddities

2009-07-06T20:48:00.001+08:00

This weeks meme: The Bucket List and other oddities.
Welcome to the July 6th version of Monday Crazy Questions.(which will be posted by Sunday eve)
This is just a short meme meant to have some quick fun and not get too tedious! Copy and paste onto your blog, answer the questions and DON'T FORGET TO SIGN IN Below to let us know where your answers are.
Every Monday we will post questions that we hope are a little thought provoking! Have fun!

Be creative on the fill in the blanks !!!

1. Do you have a bucket list?(if you have it posted feel free to post your URL)
If you don't have one, then jot down 5 quick things on a piece of paper that you know you'd want on your list...or imagine some of the things you know you'd put on a Bucket list to be. (potential future list)
Actually I did make one!

2. Do you think you have already fulfilled anything on your bucket list or bucket list to be?
Not yet, unfortunately.

3. what are the top 3 things you'd like to do before you leave this world?
Experience European culture, serve on a medical mission to the indigenous group, and ride on an air balloon.

4. If it would take a lot of money to fulfill one of your wishes on your bucket list, would you try to find the money or just skip that one?
I will make money – I know I will (I know I can).

5. fill in the blank -Life is GOOD, no matter how bad it looks.

6. fill in the blank - The glass is always half full.

7. If you had a chance to be with your MOST favorite entertainer in the whole world before you leave this world, who would that be and how much time would you want to spend with them?
Awwww…Madonna!

8. If you were given the chance to go anywhere in the world before the end comes...where would you go and what would you want to see?
I want to go to ROME and see the Pope.

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Moving Houses

2009-07-06T09:05:00.002+08:00

It seems everybody is moving! We moved last year from the city to the suburbs and most of our friends are now following suit. They saw the great effect it had on our kids and our family life. My cousin recently had their newly-built house blessed and there are still so many who do not know they have moved.

Instead of doing an e-mail and text brigade, she opted to go the old-fashioned route and announce their move and give their new address through Announcements Moving Cards. It ended up to be such a great idea because people not only congratulated them but gave them house-warming gifts! It was a last minute decision of theirs. It’s a good thing my cousin had their announcement done through Announcements-Shoppe.com. They were very fast and efficient because they had the proof ready within an house and after approval, they were shipped FREE that same day.

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Sunday Stealing: The "I've Come to Realize" Meme

2009-07-06T08:54:00.001+08:00

1. I’ve come to realize that my chest-size. . .is not important as long as clothes fit me well.

2. I’ve come to realize that my job. . .is something I can still improve on. I have a future here, even if I work against my will.

3. I’ve come to realize that when I’m driving. . .well, I don’t drive. But whenever we drive, I daydream.

4. I’ve come to realize that I need. . .to learn to save.

5. I’ve come that realize that I have lost. . .my shopping impulsiveness. Let’s pray it stays that way.

6. I’ve come to realize that I hate it when. . .somebody distracts me when I’m hard at work on something.

7. I’ve come to realize that if I’m drunk. . .I laugh louder. And I already laugh loud already!

8. I’ve come to realize that money...isn’t everything but it indeed makes the world go round.

9. I’ve come to realize that certain people. . .are just going to be the way they are, so I better just accept that and move on.

10. I’ve come to realize that I’ll always. . .a conservative at heart.

11. I’ve come to realize that my sibling(s). . .are cool people. Really.

12. I’ve come to realize that my mom…is my best friend. Biggest surprise of a lifetime there.

13. I’ve come to realize that my cell phone. . .is my connection to the world.

14. I’ve come to realize that when I woke up this morning. . .I am very very blessed to be able to have this much.

15. I’ve come to realize that last night before I went to sleep. . .I need to work on my patience.

16. I’ve come to realize that right now I am thinking. . .how do I work hard when I need to take care of the kids.

17. I’ve come to realize that my dad. . .is strong but weak.

18. I’ve come to realize that when I get on Facebook. . . that I still stalk. Hahaha!

19. I’ve come to realize that today. . .I need to learn how to manage my time wisely.

20. I’ve come to realize that tonight. . .I can watch Cruel Love again :)

21. I’ve come to realize that tomorrow. . .I need to do groceries.

22. I’ve come to realize that I really want to. . .study again.

23. I’ve come to realize that the person mostly likely to repost this is. . .Kathy :P

24. I’ve come to realize that life. . .is really good!

25. I’ve come to realize that this weekend. . .was very tiring. We need to get a new car really.

26. I’ve realized the best music to listen to when I am upset. . .is hard core pop music.

27. I’ve come to realize that my friends. . .are a great bunch.

28. I’ve come to realize that this year. . .still going to be GREAT!

29. I’ve come to realize that me exes. . .no exes :D

30. I’ve come to realize that maybe I should. . .I spend less time online.

31. I’ve come to realize that I love. . .requires so much more than passion

32. I’ve come to realize that I don’t understand. . .men. Really.

33. I’ve come to realize my past. . .is something I love looking back to.

34. I’ve come to realize that parties. . .no longer excite me, except if these are kids’ parties :)

35. I’ve come to realize that I’m totally terrified. . .of going to hell!

36. I’ve come to realize that my life. . .is one great movie :D

A Christian Milestone

2009-07-05T13:10:00.003+08:00

A family friend recently asked me for help, knowing that I scrapbook, making an simple personalized card for her daughter, who is on third grade and will be receiving her First Communion. They are a religious family who are very active in Church so they treat this event like a birthday or a celebration party.

They are helping the school with the event and they were tasked to oversee the making the invites. She only had praises with the company they went with, Announcements-Shoppe.com. For starters, they were very fast and efficient. They sent the wordings on Monday and got the proof e-mailed within an hour! She was able to view the First Communion Invitations online before ordering and they even got free shipping for the said invites! Now, the Church will be doing their business with them for christening invitations too. They will also refer invitations baptism to them if the parents will ask for referrals. Religious invitations at their shop are very unique – they have exclusive designs not available anywhere else.

I actually got a copy of the invite and was surprised how nice it looked!

When I’m Stressed…

2009-07-03T07:17:00.001+08:00

I get fatter. I really do not know what to make of this until I read an article that when a person is stressed, his body releases a hormone called cortisol that binds to fat cells making it harder to dissolve. That maybe the reason that even if I do a million things and survive on little sleep most of the time, I don’t lose weight. Maybe I need a diet pill that works – any suggestions? I am scare of the many reported side effects but if I can read reviews and feedbacks from real people, that will be great.

On a Quest.

2009-06-28T09:59:00.001+08:00

A never ending quest. I think 90% of most people want to lose weight, all for the different reasons. However, 90% of those people also lack the discipline, motivation and drive to keep through the mission to lose. So most people to resort the desperate and most popular choice - diet pills. Many companies stake claims that theirs are the best diet pills but the key here is - no diet pill is effective if it's going to be in the long-term. One needs to have a lifestyle change.

Friday Fill-ins.

2009-06-26T03:53:00.001+08:00

1. All children alarm their parents, if only because you are forever expecting them to be behaved and just sitting in one corner.

2. Show me a good loser and I will show you a true winner.

3. A quiet uninterrupted me time is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs at one time.

4. Too bad that all the people who know how to run the country are busy stealing money and pointing fingers to other people.

5. I have yet to hear a man ask for advice on how to combine love and career.

6. It is impossible to think of any good meal, no matter how plain or elegant, without salt and spices in it.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I’m looking forward to a great visit to my parent’s place, tomorrow my plans include scrapping deadlines all day and Sunday, I want to go to mass and give thanks that this week is almost over! I for sure will be lighting a candle of thanks!

A-Z Tags

2009-06-17T14:54:00.001+08:00

A
• Are you available? Not anymore.
• What is your age? 28.
• What annoys you? Too much drama, hypocrisy and backstabbing
B
• Do you know anyone named Billy? Yes, a celebrity.
• When is your birthday? February
• Who is your best friend? Tina.
C
• What’s your favorite candy? Halls Yellow.
• Crush? Gong Yoo.
• When was the last time you cried? Two days ago, because of a nice movie.
D
• Do you daydream? Yes.
• What’s your favorite kind of dog? Hate pets, sorry.
• What day of the week is it? Wednesday
E
• How do you like your eggs? Scrambled with milk.
• Have you ever been in the emergency room? Yes.
• Ever pet an elephant? Yes.
F
• Do you use fly swatters? No.
• Have you ever used a foghorn? What’s that?
• Is there a fan in your room? Yes.
G
• Do you chew gum? Yes.
• Do you like gummy candies? No.
• Do you like gory movies? No.
H
• How are you? Busy, contemplative, happy.
• What’s your height? 5’7”.
• What color is your hair? Black.
I
• What’s your favorite ice cream? Coffee Crumble.
• Have you ever ice skated? Nope.
• Ever been in an igloo? Never been yet.
J
• What’s your favorite Jelly Bean? Dont eat them.
• Have you ever heard a really hilarious joke? Yes.
• Do you wear jewelry? No.
K
• Who do you want to kill? I'm not a murderer.
• Have you ever flown a kite? Haven't.
• Do you think kangaroos are cute? Yes.
L
• Are you laidback? Sometimes.
• Lions or Tigers? Tigers...because I'm a Thomasian.
• Do you like black licorice? No.
M
• Favorite movie as a kid? The Goonies!
• Ever shopped at Moosejaw? No.
• Favorite store at the mall? SM Dept Store :D.
N
• Do you have a nickname? A lot.
• Whats your favorite number? 8 and 10.
• Do you prefer night or day? day.
O
• What’s your one wish? Lose 80 lbs.
• Are you an only child? Nope.
• Do you like the color orange? Yes.
P
• What are you most paranoid about? My kids getting sick.
• Piercings? Ears.
• Do you know anyone named Penelope? None.
Q
• Are you quick to judge people? Hmm sometimes.
• Do you like Quaker Oats? Yes.
• Know anyone that makes quilts? No.
• Do you think you’re always right? No.
• Do you watch reality TV? Yes.
• Reason to cry? Bad stuff. Good stuff.
S
• Do you prefer sun or rain? Sun.
• Do you like snow? yes.
• What’s your favorite season? Summer.
T
• time is it? 2:53PM
• What time did you wake up? 4:30AM
U
• Can you ride a unicycle? No
• Do you know anyone with a unibrow? No.
• Uncles do you have? A lot.
V
• What’s the worst vegetable? Okra
• Did you ever watch Veggie Tales? No.
• Ever considered being vegan? No.
W
• What’s your worst habit? Short Temper.
• Do you like water rides? Yes.
• Ever been inside a windmill? No.
X
• Have you ever had an x-ray? yes.
• Ever used a Xerox machine? yes.
Y
• Do you like the color yellow? Yes.
• What year were you born in?: Rooster.
• Do you yell when you’re angry? Sometimes.
Z
• Do you believe in the zodiac? Sometimes.
• What’s your zodiac sign? Aquarius
• When was the last time you went to the zoo? May 2009..

Chocolates will be the death of me.

2009-06-13T03:44:00.001+08:00

I have been trying to maximize my time working lately so that means spending many sleepless night waiting for job offers or just writing and doing page layouts. I have never been this driven before so I really hope and pray it stays. There is a downside to this though and that is staying glued to my chair all day and all night without moving, and yep, eating sweets and drinking caffeine to help me keep awake. Liporexall is an effective pill right? Maybe I should get one after I get my big paycheck.

Saturday 9: It's My Party

2009-06-13T03:32:00.001+08:00

1. Do you prefer to host or be a guest at a party?
A guest. Being hostess is incredibly stressful and tiring. I’d rather eat!

2. Would you rather go to a large party or a small dinner party?
I prefer small intimate gatherings.

3. What is you worst flaw?
I have a very short temper.

4. What is you best character trait?
I am open-minded and organized.

5. What habit in others annoys you?
Hypocrites, liars, backstabbers.

6. What qualities in others do you admire?
Discipline and diligence.

7. If you could change something about yourself, what would it be?
My impatience.

8. Do you tend to be shy with strangers?
Sometimes.

9. Do you prefer to lead or follow in a group of people?
Both. I want to lead because I think I can and Id like to follow because I like to learn.

Guiding the Youth

2009-06-12T04:22:00.001+08:00

My dad just came back from holding a spiritual retreat at a drug rehab center for teenagers. He told us how shocked he was to find out that most of the youth there started taking drugs at a very young age – as early as 9 or 10 years old! That’s how old my son is right now, and after learning about that, it made me want to shelter him as much as possible from things like this. The youth of today needs to have as much diversion from the temptation of drugs, sex and alcohol. The libraries need to be more appealing, there should be more activities that foster unity and individuality at the same time at school. There should be communication between parents and teachers, and most importantly, there should be a going back to the roots – building a strong foundation for the family.

Strive Hard to Lose.

2009-06-09T23:20:00.001+08:00

And gain it all away again anyway! That’s what my friend has been ranting to me when I got to talk to her last night. She lost 15 lbs to get married and only after a month, she gained it all back and then some. Married life has been suiting her really well. She has slacked on getting some exercise so she is thinking if she would resort to diet pills like lipo 6 black – Im not sure of this though. Diet pills have side effects and she should consult her doctor first.

Things to-do tomorrow

2009-06-09T22:07:00.001+08:00

I’m foreseeing a day without internet tomorrow so I better make sure I download and copy all project instructions before I go offline today. I have been glued to my chair in front of my laptop for the past three days and it has been bad for my back, and my health. The best diet pill will never work for me if I don’t get moving.

Amen? Yes.

So here is my to-do list:
1. Finish client’s album.

2. Make sure the son has everything he needs at school. Cover books.

3. Make new budget excel sheet.

4. Map out menu, and grocery monthly list.

5. Make schedule for maid.

Paintball Guns

2009-06-05T08:15:00.001+08:00

It turns out the the planet eclipse ego paintball guns brand is the brand of choice of my former officemates. They got it from ZephyrPaintball.com. It has Paintball Gear with low prices and free shipping on paintball guns, paintball goggles, hoppers and paintball starter packages. Zephyr Sports was founded in 2003 as an internet retailer focusing on the sport of paintball.

They carry a complete line of paintball guns, paintball goggles, playing and casual apparel, jerseys, paintballs, paintball field gear and accessories for the sport. Dye, Invert, Kingman Spyder, Tippmann, PMI, Empire, Zap, Nelson, Maddog Designz, Proto, Pure Energy, Smart Parts, WDP Angel, and Worrgames!

My former officemates have been doing every week and instead of renting out paintball uniforms, accessories and equipment like what most do, they have bought their own because it will be cheaper in the long run.

Plans for Today

2009-06-05T08:12:00.001+08:00

1. What are your plans for today?
Finish backlogs on blog work. List down blog pending tasks. I think we are going to have internet for the whole weekend. I got to be prepared.

2. Who was the last person you talked on the phone with? The husband.

3. What was the last tv program you watched? News.

4. What was the last thing you ate? Something from Conti’s – from my Mom who went to Manila yesterday.

5. What time did you get out of bed today? 5AM.

Thoughts on a rainy day

2009-06-05T08:10:00.001+08:00

Tell me what's in your mind:
:: I would not even dare..
What do you want to do on a rainy day;
:: Sleep in!
Have you ever played under the rain?
:: Yes
What do you hate when it is raining?
:: Being wet!

Paintball Accessories

2009-06-05T08:04:00.001+08:00

I kept in touch with former officemates yesterday and found out most of them have been trying to keep me fit because the company’s annual physical examination results were out and most of them were told to modify their lifestyle – less food, less booze, more exercise. So they discovered paintball. They say it is the new badminton, only the more exciting because it is basically a war game. The planet eclipse ego war guns are the most popular.ZephyrPaintball.com has Paintball Gear with low prices and free shipping on paintball guns, paintball goggles, hoppers and paintball starter packages. Zephyr Sports was founded in 2003 as an internet retailer focusing on the sport of paintball.

Snagged!

2009-06-01T01:43:00.001+08:00

1. Do you find you don’t have as much time on your hands as you used to?
+ Oh yes, so many things to do – so little time. I keep wishing for another 24 hours just for me. OR maybe I just should learn how to manage my time wisely? I do so many things yet I keep getting bigger and bigger - fat burners anyone?!
2. Are you a “Clock Watcher”?
+ Yes.
3. Do you think that Time Travel is actually possible?
+ That would be so cool if it that is possible.
4. If your late, do you let people know you are running late?
+ Yes.
5. Do you spend more time on the Internet or away from it?
+ More time on it. I live, breathe and eat with the internet :)
6. Do you think that as you get older the days, weeks, months etc go by quicker?
+ Absolutely.

Yes or No

2009-05-18T14:54:00.001+08:00

You can ONLY answer Yes or No.
You are NOT ALLOWED to explain ANYTHING unless someone messages or comments you and asks. — and believe me, the temptation to explain some of these will be overwhelming nothing is exactly as it seems.

Now, here’s what you’re supposed to do. . . Copy and paste this into your notes, delete my answers, type in your answers and tag as many of your friends as you’d like to.

Kissed any one of your Facebook friends? YES.
Been arrested? — NO.
Kissed someone you didn’t like? — YES
Slept in until 5 PM? — NO.
Fallen asleep at work/school? — YES.
Held a snake? — NO.
Ran a red light? — NO.
Been suspended from school? — YES
Experienced love at first sight? — YES.
Totaled your car in an accident? — NO.
Been fired from a job? — NO.
Fired somebody? — NO.
Sang karaoke? — YES.
Pointed a gun at someone? — NO.
Done something you told yourself you wouldn’t? — YES
Laughed until something you were drinking came out your nose? — YES
Caught a snowflake on your tongue? — NO
Kissed in the rain? — NO.
Had a close brush with death — YES.
Played spin-the-bottle? — YES.
Sang in the shower? — YES.
Smoked a cigar? — YES.
Sat on a rooftop? — NO.
Smuggled something into another country? — NO.
Been pushed into a pool with all your clothes? — NO.
Broken a bone? — NO.
Skipped school? — YES.
Eaten a bug? — NO.
Sleepwalked? — NO.
Walked a moonlit beach? — NO.
Rode a motorcycle? — YES.
Dumped someone? — NO.
Forgotten your anniversary? — NO.
Lied to avoid a ticket? — NO.
Ridden in a helicopter? — NO.
Shaved your head? — NO.
Played a prank on someone? — YES.
Hit a home run? — NO.
Felt like killing someone? — YES.
Cross-dressed? — NO.
Made your girlfriend/boyfriend cry? — YES.
Eaten snake? — NO.
Marched/Protested? — YES.
Had Mexican jumping beans for pets? — NO.
Puked on amusement ride? — NO.
Seriously & intentionally boycotted something? — YES.
Knitted? — NO.
Been on TV? — YES.
Shot a gun? — NO.
Skinny-dipped? — NO.
Gave someone stitches? — NO.
Eaten a whole habenero pepper? — NO.
Ridden a surfboard? — NO.
Drank straight from a liquor bottle? — YES.
Had surgery? — NO
Streaked? — NO.
Taken by ambulance to hospital? — NO.
Tripped on mushrooms? — NO.
Passed out when not drinking? — NO.
Peed on a bush? — NO.
Donated Blood? — YES.
Grabbed electric fence? — NO.
Eaten alligator meat? — NO.
Eaten cheesecake? — YES.
Eaten your kids’ Halloween candy? — YES.
Killed an animal when not hunting? — YES.
Peed your pants in public? — NO.
Snuck into a movie without paying? — NO.
Written graffiti? — NO
Still love someone you shouldn’t? — NO.
Think about the future? — YES.
Been in handcuffs? — NO.So I would not need the help of a San Jose motorcycle accident attorney!
Believe in love? — YES.
Sleep on a certain side of the bed? — NO.