Simple World of Haze

Dec is finally here...

2009-12-01T13:59:00.002Z

I can't believe how fast the time flies! The year 2009 is nearly over and yet I am not in everything I was suppose to be doing. Definitely quicker than I though!

Anyway, about my pregnancy it's all fine and I'm anxious to see my little one very soon. I am not 30 weeks and 4 days so I'll have about 8 weeks plus to go before I finally pop. Again, the rest of the family are excited to see the new addition and to be specific my kids and my husband. I can't believe I'm only 8 weeks far - I guess I didn't notice the time because of so many things going on in my head. I'm busy preparing for Christmas too. A little bit stressed when it comes to what gifts to give to the family and friends. It's officially the first of December and yet my tree is not even up yet. Well, my daughter's one was up for about 3 weeks now, that's about it for my christmas preparation. So what really made me busy? I shall figure it out, lol.

Anyways, today I'm a little bit productive for I've done cleaning up and organising our clothes though there are loads more needed to be organised but at least I've start and that usually a good sign. Ugh, I bought a new scrapping kit again. I wasn't able to resist the temptation, I should have not visited the digi-stores but there you go, its done!

Moreover, I'll be picking my kids in an hour or so.....so ciao for now and I'll be back to update for more.

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Education Plan Ahead

2009-11-10T11:26:00.004Z

Hubby and I been talking seriously about our kids future education. At the moment they are in the state school as we are saving money to send them to private school at the age of 11. Our eldest just turn 8 yrs old so we have about 4 yrs to prepare for it. We are planning to send them to Reigate Grammar and that alone cost us furtune but we are willing to sacrifice some other things as we prioritise their education. It is important for us to give them the best education there is. Our daughter's schools since she was 3 was quite good but it wasn't totally free as we are paying some tuitions but now at her current school (Junior school) it is a state school which we thought is quite Okay as well. So, she has about 3 and a half years to go before we send her to private school. When that time comes I might consider taking a full time job to help hubby a bit but hopefully he'll get some payrise by then as promise but of course he have to take a higher rule in their company which involve travelling quite often. I hope I could get my Mother over for 6 months to accompany me here. Ah, this plan alone is quite exciting and plus we are moving house and that would be next year after I give birth. We just need an extra room for my Mother when she come. Hope our plan works - of course in God's good hand!

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October Layouts

2009-10-30T00:18:00.002Z

I have been trying to do some layouts at least once every month. So, this October I have made a couple but hopefully I can make some more tonight.

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Car Upgrade Plan

2009-10-30T00:04:00.003Z

We just got our car back couple days ago and now its looking so immaculate. Hubby is pondering whether he'll sell it straight away and buy a new one. We really love our current car but we must upgrade it to a newer model as it is what hubby's company rule. We could probably get a better value for it now rather later but its really up to us whether we are willing to give it up. Or, we could buy a small one for hubby's everyday use and keep our current one as a family car.

Anyway, having mentioned about buying cars, I just suddenly remember that my in-laws are about to buy their 4th car. Because, they are currently fixing one of their old ones and I've heard that it is in need of wheel hub bearing. I should tell them to get it at autopartspoint.com as they also looking not only one car parts but few. In that way, they could avail the free shipping because I bet it would cost them more than $50 dollars to buy it all. Well, I'll mention it soon as they're back from holiday. Its nice to share something useful, isn't it?

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A week off Plan

2009-10-27T23:34:00.007Z

It's been a great day for us today plus the weather was really nice with lots of sunshine. So, this afternoon we went and see Great Granny at MIL's place and had our tea and cake. I had fun taking photos with my daughter's sunflower that she planted months ago with their Granny and now its already flowering beautifully. I also took some photos of her at the back of the barn and was asking the little fella to join in but all I get is a NO answer and run towards back to his Daddy.

Anyway, we have all this week as holiday and we didn't plan of going anywhere because I am not up to it. My bump is huge and I felt really heavy and hard to move around so going for holiday is not a great idea. We shall wait until the next summer for that plan. So, we just plan for some day outing instead. Like tomorrow, hubby offered to take us shopping in Wimbledon while at the same time giving Great granny a lift back to Auntie Susie's place. Then, by the afternoon we will go to China Store to do some grocery shopping for our daughter's incoming b-day party. On thursday, we might just stay in the house to do some de-cluttering our unused stuff and put it away in the garage until we move to a bigger house. Friday - we hope to do more of sorting our stuff out then maybe by the afternoon we'll take the kids to Cinema then have dinner somewhere afterwards. By Saturday, we will go to this Halloween fireworks display where the kids got to wear thier costume and enjoy the night. It's kinda exciting! Unfortunately on Sunday I'll be back to work again as well as Monday bu then I got my 3 days off after.

Btw, I'll end this entry by sharing a couple of pictures I took from the back of the barn and my model is no other than my beautiful little Princess.

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Can't be more Proud:)

2009-10-14T21:26:00.003+01:00

I was deadly tired after a long day of work and when I arrived home this is what I get from my daughter - surely a beautiful reward that simply makes me so proud. I can't ask for more and I'm so content and grateful of how she improved this year. She has always been a bright girl and we knew that she'll do well in school. She got compliments by her previous teachers on how attentive and smart she is when it comes to sharing ideas, artworks, problem solving and etc. She definitely made us very proud, no doubt! Anyway, this is her first Head teacher's award for this school year and I hope she'll get more, hehe. I'm one proud Mama for having such a smart daughter. So, as promised, Daddy will buy her some treat this weekend. I think its going to be a Father & Daughter shopping/outing moments in few days time and she'll sure deserve whatever she gets. Congrats babygirl!

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My Preemie baby is turning 8!

2009-10-08T22:31:00.003+01:00

is my eldest Keekee. She is only 28 weeks when she came out in this world. She was so tiny but according to the Doctor she is a good size preemie baby. Anyway, it seems it was only yesterday when I had my constraction and about to deliver her and now look how grown up this premature baby of mine? Time flies for sure! She'll soon celebrates her 8th birthday and I am just grateful of how normal and yet intelligent she turn out. God is good! Giving me this beautiful and smart daughter whom I couldn't swap for anything in this world. My first born, my precious, my princess! Our one and only and will always be a special baby girl in our life. Daddy and Mummy are so proud of her especially in her school report cards year after year. She must have been inherited that intelligence from us (her parents), lol. [Kidding]! She is just gifted, talented and yet beautiful and kind. The nicest little girl in the school for sure. Proud to be her parent - must be run in the blood! Yay, lovin' my own, eh? Who wouldn't?

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Feeling Jumbo

2009-10-01T10:46:00.002+01:00

I'm beginning to feel heavier and each day I'm piling on the pounds. I keep stuffing myself more on sweets though sometimes I mixed it up with a bowl of fruits. I'm also very energetic compare to my previous pregnancies. I do a lot of household chores day after day at the same time sending and picking my kids to school. No wonder my legs are getting swollen a bit because I kept standing too long. My baby [Wellie Billy] is also moving a lot more these days - it's amazing. My bedtime routine is now change from midnight to 8 or 9pm. So, I have more energy all day doing my responsibility as a mother and wife. I'm still working too and not long from now I should start my Maternity leave. Ah, 22 weeks is just like a flash and now I'm barely halfway to my due date - I can't wait!

Anyway, had my scan last week and found out we're having another boy. It's a great blessing and everyone are happy for us. So here's the ultrasound pictures I'm proudly sharing.......

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Look who's here?

2009-09-16T12:55:00.005+01:00

none other than my big grown up boy ........

It's my son! He is new obsession is collecting transformer figures and stuff. Wherever we go shopping once he'll see anything that has transformer in it, he sure would not leave the store with an empty hand. He is so obsessed about this stuff. Doctor who, now come second, lol. It used to be his no.1 fave but not anymore now that transformer has been discovered. Anyway, he is a big boy and so grown up. Already in Nursery 2 and not so sure whether he enjoys it or not. Next Semptember he'll be in Reception and I can't wait. I think he'll be more happier with big school. Ah, I'm just too proud of him. He's definitely grown so much months after months.

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What I am up to?

2009-09-16T12:34:00.002+01:00

Not much to be honest. It's my days off work but still had to get up early every morning to take the kids to school and pick them up as well. But at least I have no pressure to rush myself afterwards. Anyway, it's half-way to weekend and everyone are quite excited and of course me too because its the only time we can spend with our love ones. We don't have any further plan this weekend though so let's the weather decide. As of the moment it's 12 degrees, really cold plus a sprinkle of rain. We might just stay at home this weekend and watch football. Not sure if Chelsea are doing well this season. Some people look at their football picks but we really don't mind.

Anyway, before I end I just wanna share my latest scrapping that I just made last night.......

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The 18 weeks onward....WOW!!!

2009-09-12T11:23:00.005+01:00

My gosh, I dont know how many times I have to say this again and again about how amazing it is to feel the fetus inside my womb moving. Week 18 is the time when I felt my baby move a lot. I felt a lot of movements and it's totally amazing. It's not actually the first time I felt my baby move but its a lot more this week and I know its not just indigestion or my dodgy cooking - it had to be my little precious inside wriggling and wiggling all night. Oh, I so love it - its just like a little secret that only me and little precious know about and its so reassuring not to have to wait to hear the heartbeat at my antenatal appointment to know everythings OK. I'm a loads bigger and I eat more than I intend to but at the same time I am happy of my sized - nothing more I could ask. Me and hubby and the kids are very excited for my next scan and that would be in 2 weeks time.

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Watch Straps

2009-09-10T21:10:00.003+01:00

Hubby 10 yrs old watch is in need of a new Watch Straps, but I haven't found anything durable to replace it. Hubby has been looking everywhere as well and he's just too picky to choose one. So, I think this could be an idea for his christmas present or who knows maybe suggest it to Santa for his stockings. He loves this watch that he refused to buy a new one. I think he likes the simplicity in it and of course it has already been attached to him emotionally - in short it has a sentimental value on him so he choose not to replace it. I guess it has to stay and all we need to is to buy a watch straps for it. I'll better look around @ www.watchstyle.co.uk now.

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Stretch Mark Free

2009-09-10T20:48:00.002+01:00

I am aware my size this time of my pregnancy. I noticed that I grew big earlier and that it worries me of getting stretch marks. When I was pregnant with my daughter I have no marks even single one. My body was as firm and seems untouch after giving birth. I went back to my normal weight as quick as 1,2,3. I know it has something to do with giving birth prematurely. She was only 28 weeks so I had not a chance to grow into full terms. Unlike with my son I was so huge. I gained about 50lbs and was stretching everywhere however with the used of this special cream (pregnacare) it reduced the marks and only had few below my belly button because every night and day I covered my body with this cream and it helped. So, I hope this time it'll work again because I don't really want anymore stretchmarks though I doubt it for I am way too big this time. Who knows?

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Still Looking for the Right one

2009-09-10T20:30:00.005+01:00

Been searching everywhere and couldn't decide which one to go for. I have been looking for quite sometime but still haven't found the right one. Some friends been suggesting me a few to try on but I really don't want to spend money on something I am not sure about. Just today I found a very interesting website that have listed all the trusted web hosting plans. They sounds very promising and sure have a lot to offer. Yeah, its the webhostingchoice.com and nothing more. You can visit this link for more info and I'll sure know you'll find the right one that you have been looking for. No doubt, I'll purchased one too. But for the meantime, I have to see their top listed web hosting sites for more and wider choices. Web hosting choice is the only place to find the perfect hosting sites. So, I'll stick to it.

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It's a Failure

2009-09-10T20:18:00.003+01:00

I put all my effort to make the pandesal I craved for but to my dismay it didn't turn out as tasty I want it to be. I had the recipe copied from online however, I failed in measuring the ingredients properly. Plus, I had not used the proper flour so it tasted a bit grainy. It looks alright but it didn't taste good. I think I have to try again and hoping to success. Here's the picture of my bad version pandesal.

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Christmas Cards

2009-09-03T19:30:00.003+01:00

It's barely 4 months from now and it'll be christmas. Have you made your list yet? Me, I just started and one of my top list is a new lens or an upgrade of my 2 yrs old DLSR. I'm really not sure whether Santa could afford such list. It's kinda expensive though but I shall see as I know Santa likes to surprise me. In the other hand, I am busy thinking of what greetings cards I am going to send away this year. Last year, I so wanted a personalised christmas cards but wasn't able to make it because I was a bit late to think of getting one so I just bought some pre-pack ones. All it matters is the thoughts and love you've sent. But it would be also trendy to have a personalised holiday greeting cards and to make it a bit different from previous christmas. So, I'll better plan ahead or I won't make it again.

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My Kids are now officially back-to-school

2009-09-03T11:15:00.002+01:00

It was the 2nd of Sept 2009 (Wednesday at 10am) when my eldest went back to school. She is at her new school and it is called Juniors. She goes there up to Age 11 then move on to Middle School. They are the youngest in their school Year-3 age 7 (soon she'll be 8). She looks very smart on her school uniform. Will surely share some pictures a bit later.

Anyway, my son offically back to-school today and was as excited as the big sister but when he was dropped off by Daddy he suddenly went pathetic, lol. So, now I am on my way to pick him up as he is only doing 2 and a half hours everyday. I shall share his first day at school picture later as well.

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Custom Shirts are cool:)

2009-09-02T17:49:00.003+01:00

I have been wanting some custom shirts where I can choose and out my own message and designs. I had a custom shirt once and that was when me and hubby used to travel around Philippines. I tend to get a custome t-shirts every place I went but only manage to kept one at it is still in my closet now. I wanted some new ones but couldn't find a place to do it. So, right now I just stumble upon this site that do any custom t-shirts. So, I'll better check it out. This could be an exciting night for me checking stuff for myself, lol.

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Getting Closer and More busier

2009-09-02T17:28:00.003+01:00

I'm talking about loads of things here, not just one. First, my daughter's 8th birthday is drawing so near. It's barely 2 months and yet I have not organise any party. She had a big 7th birthday blowout last year with friends in our house. And boy, how tiring it was! It made us all exhausted but she was all worth it. The joy and happiness on her face was truly a picture. This year we only plan for a small celebration and just invites few of her friends and take them to watch kids movie then dine in at Pizza or anywhere we could find and hire a place for. Then maybe a little celebration at home too with our close friends.

Moving along, second occasion is Christmas. It is what all of us are waiting for and wondering what could this christmas bring to us. Then it's new Year 2010! The most awaited occasion on earth. Then, it'll be my 28th birthday. Hmmmm, I wonder what could be the best gift for myself. I'll worry about it later. The next event would be my Son's 4th birthday. He wanted a transformer theme. We'll see what we can do. Then come February, another big day to celebrate is my 3rd child's birth. Oh my, that would be another wonderful blessings in our life. I really can't wait. Yeah, its now getting closer to the most exciting occasions and what more could I wait for?

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Hosting

2009-09-02T17:02:00.003+01:00

As you may know I've got several blogs and I am thinking of keeping them all together in one hosting site. The thing is, they are in separate account which makes it hard for me to do updates as I have to log in and out in each account. It is very annoying and I thought its about time to have my own hosting plan that can host all of my blogs together. So now, I am on the look out of good hosting site with few consideration to remember such as low price, unlimited space and of course it must be good and trusted web hosting. I am careful of choosing one as I know there are loads of cons out there. But I sure convince about wpdesigner.com as they listed all the top listed web hosting site online. I'll find it out and double check its price comparison.

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End of Summer

2009-08-30T01:08:00.002+01:00

It's already getting cold in here and I can't go out anymore without my winter coat. Today, we went out to Reigate and had lunch in Thai Restaurant. The food were great and I so enjoyed it. I munched from starter to pudding and felt bloated afterwards, hehehe. I definitely put on a lot of weight really quickly this time of my pregnancy. I kinda eat every 2 hours or snacking little too often. I guess I had to feed my cravings. I'm just a little scared that I will grown even bigger than my previous pregnancy.

Anyway, I had a great time today and certainly my lunch was the highlight of my day, lol. Also bought a new top from United Colours of Benetton. I saw it while passing through and told hubby that when I come back I gotta have it. Kinda impulsed but I think I can used it now and later as well. My son and Sister in-law had a fun with each other too. And should share some photos but I haven't download them yet so will share it soon as its ready. It's should be our last summer outing. Autumn is definitely just around the corner.

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I'm 4 months and 1 week today (17 weeks)

2009-08-28T13:04:00.004+01:00

Tsada.........it's moi with my big fat face.......

Alright, enough of this fuss about getting FAT for I know this is just normal being pregnant, lol. It's my 3rd pregnancy and I should know better. Anyway, I am enjoying every moment of my pregnancy despite of the rough times. But it seems my morning sickness is over and I felt a lot better over the last month. I'm back to normal now except for one thing - I am getting big and I could hardly fit most of my clothes.[SIGH]! Had my OB visits btw, that was on Wednesday and thanfully everything is normal. So glad to hear about my good blood test result, it all turn out negative apart from having a low iron. My blood pressure is also getting better as it is 82 over 50. Heard the heartbeat once again, the Nurse knows this was what my kids are anxiously waiting for every time we visit the Clinic. They wanted to listen to their baby brother/sister's heartbeat. It's just a wonderful feeling to be honest. Anyway, baby are now moving a lot and I can slightly feel it's kicked. We really are too excited and next month will be the time we find out what this precious little one's gender. Can't wait to shop for baby clothes and baby stuff :).

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16 Weeks Today

2009-08-22T01:12:00.004+01:00

My life has been taken by so many things both offline and online world. Been back working btw and everyone was happy to see me. Talked to my manager about my possible maternity leave and she said it shouldn't be a problem and promised that things will should go smoothly as it is. Of course, they were delighted about the news or were they? I think I am expecting too much from them, hahaha. Well, they were very nice to me so thats all it matters. Anyway, today I am in my 16 weeks (exactly 4 months) and no longer vomitting but still craving for so many food especially filipino food. Tummy are slightly getting bigger or I could say it is big now. I'm definitely bigger this time. My face is expanding too and getting more rough and haggard. So, the predictions are pretty much right. Boy as they say! Well we shall all find out next month and I can't wait. Honestly, it doesn't matter for me whether its a girl or boy as long as it is healthy and strong. Anyway, I will share some latest pic of me soon or if you pop by in my Photoalbun then you'll see the latest of me as I uploaded recent photos or our recent outings now and then. Anyway, next week I'll have my 2nd visit to the OB and I am excited to find out more news about my precious fetus inside me. Hay, really can't wait!

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Exactly 15 Weeks today:)

2009-08-14T16:13:00.006+01:00

Ah, I have been away from blogging for couple of weeks because we went for our short summer break somewhere in the West. I have too many things to say but I can do it for just one entry so, for now I'll just tell you all about my 3rd pregnancy and how excited we are to have another baby added to our small and happy family. If you happen to visit my Photoalbum then you'll know where we went for our short trip this month. Anyways, today I am exactly in my 15 weeks it means another day closer, lol. Me and hubby had been planning for our 3rd baby and we know this year would be the great time and God agreed with us. It's very well planned because we wanted our kids to have 4 yrs age gap so it would not be so hard for us. Our eldest will turn 8 later this year and our son will turn 4 earler next year just a month before my due date. It's exactly what we want!

Anyway, moving along, my pregnancy this year is not so different from my previous ones. I felt exactly the same and had morning sickness, nausea, dizziness and tiredness. I feel exhausted if I can't rest with in the whole day. Also, I am eating quite a lot and is starting to get bigger. Compare to my previous prenancies, I am way bigger this time. I just hope I can minimised my food intake or perhaps eat more healthy food such as fruit and vegetables rather than rice and potato every 3 hours. Oh, I feel a little prettier and my face is smoother than before, hahaha. Uh, did I tell you that I have a very low blood pressure? It's only 90 over 49, very low, eh? The lowest BP I ever had.

Btw, I have my first scan last month the 30th of July and happy to say that we have one very likot baby. All of us were so amazed and excited! My 2nd OB appointment is very soon and my next ultrasound will be next month the 24th of Sept. We can't wait! Before I end up this update, let me thanks to those friends of mine online and offline who congratulated us. We thanked you all and yes we are happy! Word's can't explain! Here's our lil one's first picture.........sooo precious:)

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My Grown up Babies

2009-07-27T13:25:00.003+01:00

At 27 yrs old I have achieved quite a lot. Being a mother is one of the major achivement and I'm sure everyone will agree with me. Motherhood is a great fulfillment and sure a very rewarding job. I'm a proud Mama to these beautiful and healthy babies. They are my priceless treasures that I will keep in my heart forever. Everything I do is all for them. They serve as my inspiration in life apart from hubby of course, hehehe. I can't imagine life would be that colourful and exciting without them. I can truly say that I am wonderfully blessed and having said that, I am thankful to the "Highest" for giving me a chance to be the best possible mother I could. Its truly a womanhood completion, I am this grateful!

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