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Grandma's Birthday Celebration

After a difficult year, 'twas time for someone to feel special on her birthday. 

Leonarda my Grandmother (Lola in our dialect), who celebrated her 82nd birthday, was joined by friends, family and her grandchildren at home.

A big, round birthday cake and good food.

My uncle's friend willingly did Lola's HMU. 

More beautiful!

She looks amazing!!! For her age.

Her birthday wish never changes. Can you give a great guess?

(You can play the video attached on this blog.)

Have I told you guys there's a total of six (6) persons celebrating their birthdays with Lola? ( Not in the pictures: Irish, Roxy, & Leo. )

Okay, so here's one. Queency, my niece. Born in the year 1998.

The photos below:  my cousin John Paul (who was also born on the same date as Grandma & Queency), Aunt Cristina from WA & of course you've met her, Queency.

Some members of the family who had so much fun!

A group picture. Never missing during parties. LOL

Ballroom dancing.

Gli amici vanno e vengono, ma la famiglia sarà sempre lì per te.

Friends come and go, but family will always be there for you.

I know this should be on the top but somehow I wanted to surprise you on the poeple behind all this. Me, my daughter, cousins Yonel and Ana Rose & my Aunt.

Hope you guys had a great time reading through my Lola's birthday celebration! LoveLove. ♥

I Miss This Trio!

Really. After a month of endless teardrops I have lost the ability to blog and generate ideas. Tell you what, their separation crushes me. Back to "no sleep, no appetite, no nuthin". It'll be the same reason over and over again. 

But, keep in mind that I'm going to try to start every blog with a happy face. I worry that I might not show up here for quite some time again since this is the only place where I can express my emotions freely without ever being judged. 

BTW Here's the latest me. 

Whoops! I'll let you see my face on the next blog. So, xiao!

Low (cover by PIU gamers)

Alright first let me show you how this worked (at least for us lol). Since this Pump It Up machine (Korean dance pad -- here's a sample of me playing; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33Db4B9oV88&feature=plcp) came to Elizabeth Mall, we used to hang out and make music videos starring ourselves. This particular video I have below was taken 4 years ago. 

Also, if you know the song I have the lyrics jotted down. Have fun!

Lyrics:
Shawty had them Apple Bottom jeans, jeansBoots with the fur, with the furThe whole club was lookin’ at herShe hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Them baggy sweat pantsAnd the Reeboks with the straps, with the strapsShe turned around and gave that big booty a smack, ayy!She hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

I ain't never seen nuthin' that'll make me goThis crazy all night spendin’ my doughHad a million dollar vibe and a bottle to goDem birthday cakes, they stole the show

So sexual, she was flexibleProfessional, drinkin’ X and oooHold up wait a minute, do I see what I think I? Whoa

Did I think I seen shorty get low?Ain't the same when it's up that closeMake it rain, I'm makin' it snowWork the pole, I got the bank roll

I'mma say that I prefer them no clothesI'm into that, I love women exposedShe threw it back at me, I gave her moreCash ain't a problem, I know where it goes

She had them Apple Bottom jeans, jeansBoots with the fur, with the furThe whole club was lookin’ at herShe hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Them baggy sweat pantsAnd the Reeboks with the straps, with the strapsShe turned around and gave that big booty a smack, ayy!She hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Hey, shawty what I gotta do to get you home?My jeans full of guapAnd they ready for ShonesCadillacs, Maybachs for the sexy grownPatron on the rocks that'll make you moan

One stack, come onTwo stacks, come onThree stacks, come on, now that's three grandWhat you think, I'm playin’? Baby girlI'm the man, I'll bend the rubber bands

That's what I told her, her legs on my shoulderI knew it was over, that Henny and ColaGot me like a SoldierShe ready for Rover, I couldn't control herSo lucky on me, I was just like a clover

Shorty was hot like a toasterSorry but I had to fold herLike a pornography posterShe showed her

Apple Bottom jeans, jeansBoots with the fur, with the furThe whole club was lookin’ at herShe hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Them baggy sweat pantsAnd the Reeboks with the straps, with the strapsShe turned around and gave that big booty a smack, ayy!She hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Whoa, shawtyYea she was worth the moneyLil mama took my cashAnd I ain't want it back

The way she bit that ragGot her them paper stacksTattoo above her crackI had to handle that

I was on it, sexy woman, let me shownin’Make me want it two in the mornin’I'm zonin’ and them rosay bottles foamin’

She wouldn't stop, made it dropShorty did that pop and lockHad to break her off that guapGyal was fly just like my glock

Apple Bottom jeans, jeansBoots with the fur, with the furThe whole club was lookin’ at herShe hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low low

Them baggy sweat pantsAnd the Reeboks with the straps, with the strapsShe turned around and gave that big booty a smack, ayy!She hit the flo’, she hit the flo’Next thing you knowShawty got low low low low, low low low lowC'mon

Dye!

When I was young my hair was brown and it remained so until I learned the beauty of adding colors to it. I've rounded up all the best tips and hair color ideas that suits me. I guess I've tried almost everything!

The past week I visited the salon to change my hair color from blonde to black and leave a small portion of gold at the tips (if I don't want it I can easily cut it off, right?). However.. He said dark colors make me look old, so he added a lil' twist with my golden hair. Dark brown & purplish red highlights so you get the idea, when it's not tied the color changes. And I'm planning to repeat this session by December so it would become lovelier.

Now I'm fairly certain this is the best look for me, Strawberry Blonde.

My Biggest Decision

These shots were from JD's P.E Festival at school. I kept wondering why I haven't blogged about this event but kept on staring at the pictures blankly. Until.. I got the idea one day! The simplest yet the biggest decision I am about to make.

Can I trust my instincts?

I've got my 2 boys here and stuck trying to make a big decision in my life. I now know that what's "right" often boils down to what's right for you. Or did I really mean, for the kids. Everybody wants my children to be happy & I want them to feel loved more than anything else. I am starting to open up to the idea, the further I look down the road, the more I can see the value in having a complete family (literally). But until now, I am unsure and I am finding the decision hard to make, especially because typically my husband is the hard-headed one and I am the one who makes sacrifices and compromises. Well I guess that's what moms do.

Yours, Mine & Ours.

I couldn't believe that there really was a real Beardsley family with 18 children (or perhaps 20, according to the books and columns I've read). 

What's the story?

In Yours, Mine & Ours, Coast Guard Admiral Frank Beardsley (Dennis Quaid) re-meets his beautiful high school sweetheart, Helen North (Rene Russo). Both have lost their spouses and have large numbers of kids (he has eight, she has ten, six of whom are adopted). They marry without telling their kids of ahead of time. Of course, the kids are unhappy with their abruptly changed living conditions. Helen's children are artistically inclined and free-spirited (the conduct family discussions using a "talking stick"); Frank's are regimented, used to following orders and running a "tight ship." (His kids come with a nanny, played by the wonderful Linda Hunt, here reduced to inglorious reaction shots.) Frictions between the kids first cause arguments (including competition between the two teen girls over a cute boy at school). Eventually, the children decide to break up their parents' marriage. They stage events --including two boys dressing up as girls and a discussion of two girls kissing -- that will cause arguments over parenting choices. [Got this from http://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/yours-mine-ours]

The real "Yours, Mine and Ours" family

Well, if you haven't heard or even seen the movie yet, better check it out. It's all about family, and I love every single detail in it. Especially when the family was trying to get their names onto the answering machine message before it times out & the Beautiful Lighthouse Keeper's story.

The cast of the 2005 movie Yours, Mine & Ours.

I chose the new version (2005) because it deviates in many ways from the original. Not too much chaos in the whole movie. I can actually talk about "Yours, Mine & Ours" with my family over and over again since it's close to reality.

My Average Week

As I prepare my healthy diet plan, I'm thinking about what to blog next. I spend more time browsing our photos (printed or not) and by the time I sit down to the computer, everything seems to disappear. In fact I'm not really in the mood for saying stuffs today.

Since I've spoken a few things about me and everything I know, I can perhaps share this week's occurrences.

One of the very first things was the Tanduay Rhum Rockfest. Nope, I wasn't able to attend. But guess what, I did attend a far more interesting event that night. There was this fellowship held somewhere near Cebu Doctor's Hospital that made my night open to possibilities (Though I was receiving so many invites & I've had so many places to go, I chose to stay and make friends with them). We had great conversations and.. I learned a few things too.

Brought my kids to see their pediatrician because cough and colds are trending.

The next day, found myself texting many people without knowing what to do or where to go. (So I guess I'm a little weird, huh?) But actually I did go somewhere with my husband's side of the family.

Also, JD's 2nd Periodical Exam is fast approaching. So I'm loaded with school stuff for the next week. And did I mention I got myself enrolled in a school too? Okay, I'm busy with self-studying & this time, I have got to focus so that I can get the diploma I've been yearning for over a year.

Lastly, a fitness program. For sure this is the best thing I can do for myself! I mean, yes shopping, hanging out with friends, and eating delicious (not to mention, unhealthy) food sure can minimize the stress but I know this can improve my lifestyle. And there's more good news.. I now enjoy isolating myself from the world! Ha ha ha!

Not A Mother's Day

I'm still far away from Mother's Day (barely 7 more months to go) but I am feeling a lil weird blogging about Mom today. I mean, if I'm supposed to share anything I want, I absolutely can! You see, I kind of intentionally did not mention how much I wanna tell everybody about her. And don't assume it would never come to that. He he he.

First of all, you never know how good a mother really is until you become one of them, or at least having a small fight with them. (But really I'm going to say missing them) And even if she's so great now, there's always a guarantee that she will stay that way towards her babies. I am her baby by the way! The very spoiled little baby. 

Over the years, I have been giving her reasons to be upset but she has never left my side. Yes she tells me she's mad at me.. About the things around me.. But she never ever tried to give up on me. You know, drama! (Oh wait is this what they call True Love?) Trololol.

It's not a Mother's Day alright but I could not have asked for a more thoughtful and loving mother as her. I don't want to get emotional here but what I'm saying is true. I can't believe it myself! Ha ha ha!

Landmarks

There was this one night before every member of the family headed to their separate hometowns where I never wanted to walk away from them. It's not all about personal taste, so it wasn't that hard for me to make a specific decision. Think about it, everyone has their own family now. Okay you got me, I never wished for that night to end.

Great places to take visiting friends and family to can be found in the City of Cebu! There's loads to see and do.. I remember when I was a kid, I promised to myself that I would never forget places I want to go to. And I'm pretty sure the places we went that night would never be forgotten.

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North Pole

Picture taken -- October 1st @ a Birthday party, last day in the North Pole (I would say).

I spent the last days of September with my extended family at the Northern area of Cebu City. It was so much fun and exhausting. Think about the hours of travel from our recent residence! All I ever needed was the happiness of my two boys.

Right Place Right Time

So I got the title of this blog from my favorite television series How I Met Your Mother (season 4 - episode 22). I really love Neil Patrick Harris' role here. Ha ha!

And.. I didn't realize there are many songs entitled "Right Place Right Time" til today. Oh yes you better believe it! 

Anyhoo, I'm now showing you my 4th tattoo from my wrist. What do you think, a yay or nay?

Got inked to cover my unbearably awful scar from years ago.

Angels Cry by Mariah Carey | Music Video & Lyrics

Hoping to get the perfect quote from one of Mariah Carey's songs, need it for THE couple tattoo we're getting. Excited! ♥

Mariah:

I shouldn't have walked away

I would've stayed if you said

We could've made everything OK

But we just

Threw the blame back and forth

We treated love like a sport

The final blow hit so low

I'm still on the ground

I couldn't have prepared myself for this fall

Shattered in pieces curled on the floor

Super natural love conquers all

'Member we used to touch the sky

And

Lightning don't strike

The same place twice

When you and I said goodbye

I felt the angels cry

True love's a gift

We let it drift

In a storm

Every night

I feel the angels cry

C'mon babe can't our love be revived

Bring it back and we gon' make it right

I'm on the edge just tryin' to survive

As the angels cry

Ne-Yo:

I thought we'd be forever and always

You were serenity

You took away the bad days

Didn't always treat you right

But it was OK

I do somethin' stupid

And you still stay with me

But you can only go for so long

Doing the one you claim to love wrong

Before too much is enough

You look up

Find your love gone

And

We were so good together

How come we could not weather

This storm and just do better

Why did we say goodbye

'Cause lightning don't strike

The same place twice

When you and I said goodbye

I felt the angels cry

True love's a gift

We let it drift

In a storm

Now every night

I feel the angels cry

Mariah & Ne-Yo:

C'mon babe can't our love be revived

Bring it back and we gon' make it right

I'm on the edge just tryin' to survive

As the angels cry

Baby I'm missin' you

Don't allow love to lose

We gotta ride it through

I'm reaching for you

Baby I'm missin' you

Don't allow love to lose

We gotta ride it

I'm reaching for you

And im gonna say

Lightning don't strike

The same place twice

When you and I said goodbye

I felt the angels cry

True love's a gift

But we let it slip

In a storm

Every night

I feel the angels cry

Oh babe, the angels cry

We're Not From Here

Welcome to Newtown Estate, Pardo Cebu.

I'm just happy my kids are happy.