Friday, July 30, 2010
Preparing For the Big Day
After Jeon's program yesterday, I told him that he can rest today. Bad mama huh! allowing her son to skip school. I had a very busy day today. I have to ran a lot of errands because in a couple of days, Jeon will be celebrating his 4th birthday. Fortunately for me and my hubby, my mom decided to give her grandson a birthday party. It's my first time to have a birthday party to be held in school. My two other sons were born summer vacation, so I don't need to stress myself from preparing for a party. My son Jeon knows what he wanted to have for his party, from the food to the give aways, he helped me with it. So on Wednesday at exactly 9 in the morning, my child will have his birthday party in school. Keeping our fingers crossed that it will turn out well.By the way, the theme is Toy Story, he is a big fan.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Big Performance of My Little Boy
Today is my youngest son, Jeon's big performance in school. The school celebrates nutrition month, hence the students are expected to perform for the said program. We were all very excited about it when we first learn that he will be part of the group who will be dancing in front on an audience. I became like a stage mother inviting my hubby's relatives to the event. Everything was set and planned accordingly, until our once dependable car bogged down.
Few days before the event, our car broke down. It is an old sedan, but we have been using it for quite sometime. So we had to do immediate auto repair to make sure it would be done before the big event. My hubby went to his favorite auto mechanic, unfortunately he is busy doing another repair and could not accommodate our car anymore. We were really desperate about it, how I wish we had like the Chicago auto repair shop in our place. My mom once mentioned that their service is good.
Since we don't have such, we tried and tried to look for another auto mechanic. Until finally we found one, he seemed to knowledgeable of what he is doing. Before giving a diagnosis on what is wrong with our car, he checked everything, from the machine, to the brakes and even check engine light to make sure that it does not consume the car's battery.
The car didn't make it until today, so our relatives were not able to see Jeon's performance. And last night, my hubby was checking out brand new cars. He is planning to do an auto loan and he plans to buy a Toyota camry which he thinks is more dependable than any other brand.
Lesson learned in this event, always have plan B in case plan A does not work.
Few days before the event, our car broke down. It is an old sedan, but we have been using it for quite sometime. So we had to do immediate auto repair to make sure it would be done before the big event. My hubby went to his favorite auto mechanic, unfortunately he is busy doing another repair and could not accommodate our car anymore. We were really desperate about it, how I wish we had like the Chicago auto repair shop in our place. My mom once mentioned that their service is good.
Since we don't have such, we tried and tried to look for another auto mechanic. Until finally we found one, he seemed to knowledgeable of what he is doing. Before giving a diagnosis on what is wrong with our car, he checked everything, from the machine, to the brakes and even check engine light to make sure that it does not consume the car's battery.
The car didn't make it until today, so our relatives were not able to see Jeon's performance. And last night, my hubby was checking out brand new cars. He is planning to do an auto loan and he plans to buy a Toyota camry which he thinks is more dependable than any other brand.
Lesson learned in this event, always have plan B in case plan A does not work.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Home Sweet Home
June 15, 2010 was the day we formally moved in to our new home. What we just brought in were the stuff that we already had before; nothing new except for our beds. My hubby was more concern about our sleeping area rather than the entire look of the house. So the savings that we had were used to buy beds for us and the kids.
We had no living room and dining set, we sat on the floor to watch tv and still sat on the floor to eat our meals. This was our set up for a couple of weeks. Thank God my mom saw our pictures and volunteered to buy the furniture that we need for our new home.
The kids were so excited when they saw the delivery truck in front of our house. My youngest son was so proud that he is even shouting that we already have our furniture. After a couple of days more, another blessing came from my mom again; she wants me to purchase an air conditioner for her grand kids. So I did that when she sent the money to buy it.
Now our home looks more improved than it was when we moved it. Little by little we try to put things in order. My gave something again to set up a landscape outside the house. I am optimistic that before the year ends, it will almost look like our dream home.
We had no living room and dining set, we sat on the floor to watch tv and still sat on the floor to eat our meals. This was our set up for a couple of weeks. Thank God my mom saw our pictures and volunteered to buy the furniture that we need for our new home.
The kids were so excited when they saw the delivery truck in front of our house. My youngest son was so proud that he is even shouting that we already have our furniture. After a couple of days more, another blessing came from my mom again; she wants me to purchase an air conditioner for her grand kids. So I did that when she sent the money to buy it.
Now our home looks more improved than it was when we moved it. Little by little we try to put things in order. My gave something again to set up a landscape outside the house. I am optimistic that before the year ends, it will almost look like our dream home.
Little Big Boy
My youngest son Jeon is now in Nursery, gone are the mornings of telling him to clean up his mess and put his toys inside the toy box once he is done. Now, my mornings are quite quiet and I felt kinda weird about it.
During his first month in school, I go with him and wait until his classes are through. But recently my hubby and I decided that we hire a school service to pick him up to and from the school. On his first day in school service, I was with him.
But when he saw that some of his classmates ride the school service alone, he requested to do it himself. It was a bit odd for him to request such, because he always wants to have Mommy by his side. I gave in to his request. I can still remember the date that was 21st of July; the first time my son went to school alone.
It was a big leap for my son, he is now starting to do things on his own. I thought I would love the "Me" time that I have; I can't help but to feel a bit sentimental about it. I know that sooner, my son will be a grown up man and would decide things for himself. My little big boy still enjoys mommy's kisses and hugs; I know pretty soon he will feel awkward in doing that.
During his first month in school, I go with him and wait until his classes are through. But recently my hubby and I decided that we hire a school service to pick him up to and from the school. On his first day in school service, I was with him.
But when he saw that some of his classmates ride the school service alone, he requested to do it himself. It was a bit odd for him to request such, because he always wants to have Mommy by his side. I gave in to his request. I can still remember the date that was 21st of July; the first time my son went to school alone.
It was a big leap for my son, he is now starting to do things on his own. I thought I would love the "Me" time that I have; I can't help but to feel a bit sentimental about it. I know that sooner, my son will be a grown up man and would decide things for himself. My little big boy still enjoys mommy's kisses and hugs; I know pretty soon he will feel awkward in doing that.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Family Ties
How does one keep the family ties bonded? As kids grow older, they go to their separate ways. Their interests differs, hence they have the tendency to grow apart. I think roles of parents are not limited to providing their children the basic needs like food, shelter,clothing and education. Once their children are stable and can provide on their own, these basic needs are no longer expected to be provided by parents. But does it mean that their roles as parents stop once their children can stand on their own? I believe not!
The most important roles of the parents is to keep the family ties bonded. But how would this happen if your parents are separated? I think it is still possible. Since your children are more matured and can understand things, it is easier to let them know how important it is to keep the respect towards each other despite what occurred.
Even if parents are not in good terms, it is still expected of them to keep their children intact.
Providing for the family and making sure that you have food on the table to eat are not the only roles that parents should play. Parents must try all means to mend wounds between their children. No family is perfect, but if you taught the right values to your children things will be okay.
The most important roles of the parents is to keep the family ties bonded. But how would this happen if your parents are separated? I think it is still possible. Since your children are more matured and can understand things, it is easier to let them know how important it is to keep the respect towards each other despite what occurred.
Even if parents are not in good terms, it is still expected of them to keep their children intact.
Providing for the family and making sure that you have food on the table to eat are not the only roles that parents should play. Parents must try all means to mend wounds between their children. No family is perfect, but if you taught the right values to your children things will be okay.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Update on the Philippine Politics
Just a little update on what is happening on our country Philippines. In the recently concluded national election last May 10,2010 it was the first Automated Election held in our country. Although there were a lot of questions regarding the credibility and the accuracy of the results of the election; finally our 15th President and Vice President were proclaimed yesterday. The only son of the late Pres. Corazon Aquino and Sen. Ninoy Aquino won via landslide in the May 2010 election. As the political analysts would say, the Edsa Magic is still alive until now. On the other hand, everyone was in awe when Makati City Mayor Jejomar Binay won as Vice President.
During the campaign period, he only ranked third on the survey. But unknown to all, the first "black" veep as they call him has a different campaign strategy. The forth runner during the survey who was Sen. Mar Roxas was in dismay of what happen. Of course, on in the Philippines wherein no candidate is ever defeated on cheated. He is current contemplating on filing an electoral protest.
But for whatever it takes, it is about time that Filipinos should unite to save our country and put it back in the economic map where it once belong. Congratulations to the newly elected leaders of our country, may you be able to uplift our country from where it is right now.
During the campaign period, he only ranked third on the survey. But unknown to all, the first "black" veep as they call him has a different campaign strategy. The forth runner during the survey who was Sen. Mar Roxas was in dismay of what happen. Of course, on in the Philippines wherein no candidate is ever defeated on cheated. He is current contemplating on filing an electoral protest.
But for whatever it takes, it is about time that Filipinos should unite to save our country and put it back in the economic map where it once belong. Congratulations to the newly elected leaders of our country, may you be able to uplift our country from where it is right now.
Home Sweet Home
In a few days from now, my family will be transferring to our new home. Yehey! My husband and I decided to take a housing loan because the kids are not getting any younger and neither are we. It's about time that we take a big leap and decide to purchase a townhouse and lot.
Although the space is just minimal, it is enough to keep our three children sheltered until they decide to live on their own. My dad suggested that we put white picket fences to give a homey look. I am looking for the right bench to place on the small garden that we plan to have in front lawn.
We are so excited to move in to our new home. It will be a big adjustment for all of us because we are used to living with our extended family. Now it will be just us in our new home sweet home.
Although the space is just minimal, it is enough to keep our three children sheltered until they decide to live on their own. My dad suggested that we put white picket fences to give a homey look. I am looking for the right bench to place on the small garden that we plan to have in front lawn.
We are so excited to move in to our new home. It will be a big adjustment for all of us because we are used to living with our extended family. Now it will be just us in our new home sweet home.
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