LEARNING TO FLY

Something weird happen to us after we had our Ice Cream run last Sunday. As we were walking up to our door we heard a loud thump. I turned around and asked Ralph what it was. He had a shock look on his face and said that a bird just hit the side door of our van. True to his word a bird was laying on the side of the van. It was just a baby bird learning to fly. The mama and daddy bird was circling above chirping and calling their baby. The poor bird probably hurt himself and could only fly a couple of feet at a time. We decided to leave the bird hoping it would eventually learn to fly off. After the kids were asleep Ralph checked the backyard just to make sure if the baby bird got to flying. He came back inside telling me that the bird is still out there. We decided to put him the bird cage we had in the basement and just keep him for the night in the bathroom so the cats won't get to him. Ralph got up early to hunt some worms in the backyard and fed it to the baby bird. When it was sunny and warm enough we let it out of the cage and just put him in the backyard. He must have learn to fly since we could not find him later that afternoon. I would like to think that his mom and dad found him and helped him fly back to their nest.

BABY BIRD

Ralph feeding it worms

BLINK THOSE BAGS AND WRINKLES AWAY

Lets talk about vanity. Most women are vain about there looks and worry about every wrinkle, eye bags and many more on our faces. I never use to worry about how my skin looked since I was blessed not to have a lot of break outs and had no problems about dark circle under the eyes and eye bags. That however changed, when I got here in the US, I noticed that I have more wrinkles and bags under my eyes. Specially the past few days when my daughter got sick. You would think that I had a black eye from not sleeping and stressing out. To top it off, the wrinkles on the side of my eyes have started to look more pronounced. For crying out loud, I'm only 30 years old yet my skin looks way older. The thing is I just don't want to grab just any eye cream out in the market. I want the best eye cream that is out there. Its great that people like me can depend on a site where we can scroll through the best eye cream there is. With a site like that finding the right one that really works,that have been tested by real consumers is easy. If your looking for a beauty product that really works check out The Best Eye Cream Review.

THE RUSTIC CHANGE

Two years living in our house but we still yet to furnish our living room/ playroom. Our couch in the family room is a wreck thanks to my MIL cat who uses the side of the couch as a scratching post. The kids love the big couch though but I would love something a little more classic yet simple. When the kids are much older we will start thinking about getting the right furniture for our house. I would love to see what rustic furniture would look like in our house. Maybe even decorate the guest room with it. That would just be a good thought to hang on until we have the money to purchase something like those. If you guys are thinking of redecorating or furnishing your house try looking at the many selection of furniture from Scenic Furniture and be awed by the many choices you can pick from.

ICE CREAM RUN

Sunday on the way back from picking Kayla from her mommy's, daddy called me to say that he will be picking us up for an Ice Cream run. Of course having a sweet tooth I said yes. I hurriedly dressed the princess bruiser in a white shirt and pink shorts. It was a total mistake that I let her wear a white shirt knowing very well that she will be covered in ice cream. We just went to SCOOPS for our quick fix of ice cream. We were actually closer to Rita's but Ralph wanted to try this one out. He later said that Rita's was better.

hhhmmm..What should I get? so many choices so little time!

love at first bite

keep on licking and dripping

a big smile from big sister

OUR FUTURE VACATION PLANS

It's official folks, I will be the one to plan and decide the when, what and the where for a vacation. Last year hubby did all the planning and I was just along for the ride. This time he thinks I should plan it as he also trust my choices. Of course being parents our priority is always the kids, the fun, activities and the learning they can get out of a vacation. I am so looking forward to going to Kissimmee, Florida one of this days. We won't be doing long distance travel be it on a plane or car this year. But in 2-3 years time is when we plan to go to Florida. The youngest is only 19 months and I would like her to be a little bit older before we take a big vacation so she can understand and at least enjoy most of the experience. Since I hate the cold so much I am so tempted to take a vacation in the winter months. Kissimmee is known for its sun, attractions, theme parks and many more so it would not be a problem entertaining the kids. First, would be a wet splashing fun in a Water Park, second would be a hair seeking ride on the many Theme Parks, third any of the outdoor activities that can broaden my kids knowledge, and fourth would be a relaxing day at the spas for mom and possible a few rounds of golf for dad.

I just hope that Kissimmee will still be giving away free vacations like the ones they just had. Who ever won those 3 weekend getaways (3d/2n) for 2 ; and another 2 week-long vacations for 4 sure are lucky. The Drawings were held last 4/1/09, 5/1/09 and 6/1/09. Even though the contest is already over, that does not mean you can't get your vacation of a lifetime. For more info on how you can get an affordable yet fantastic vacation, click the links provided above and start planning.

PLAGIARISM A BIG NO NO!

I have never heard of this word before until I became a blogger. I came across this once but I really never read what the meaning was. It was when my sister Chay told me about what it means. So the next time I came across it I read the whole thing and I now understand what it is. I guess there are a lot of people in the blogging world that are plagiarist. I was shocked and dismayed when I found out about one particular person stealing content word for word. I use to admire the way she writes and put her thoughts to word but, not anymore. So to all my readers please let us help spread this around and let us be aware of plagiarist and stop them on their tracks. As the saying goes :

The only way for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing

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What is Plagiarism?

According to the Dictionary, Plagiarism is the unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one’s own original work.

To all Bloggers who exert effort to create noteworthy entries and who continue to maintain a Blog which is a reflection of who she / he is,” Good job! ”

To those who have the desire to Blog but are merely scraping contents from other people‘s materials,” Whether you are monetizing your site to help you with your basic needs or to satisfy some of your wants, do it the proper way. Stop making money out of someone else’s work. Otherwise, you are nothing but a common thief! ”

Thank you!
I'm passing this onto my sister chay, jijie, jenn, davida and to all my readers. Lets stop this from happening to us.

A ROOM FOR TALKS

Has anybody in your family in trouble, needed help or recovering from alcohol, drug abuse, gambling, smoking and many more? Ralph's nephew just recently recovered from drugs and he is still recovery and getting his feet back on the ground. He is trying his best to work on his life specially now that he is going to be a father really soon. We know that persons that are recovering from some sort of trouble past or vices have a hard time opening up to there friends and even to family members. Now, they will have a place where they can open up and talk about there past and talk to other people who are going through the same situation. The In The Rooms is a place for people who are recovering from certain vices and this the place where they can get help and advice. With a place like this where you can talk to someone that really cares and knows what your going through, success is more likely to happen. A social network where you can reconnect with lost friends and meet people from all over the world. And the great thing about it is, its absolutely free. Its open to everybody from all over the world. If you know somebody that is overcoming something like drugs, alcohol and other vices let them know about the In The Rooms Social Network.

THE DRESS

"Always the Bridesmaid but never the Bride"

Those were the famous line I always utter every time I was asked to be apart of a family or friends wedding. Would you believe that I was a Bridesmaid 9 times before finally becoming a Bride myself? Yup, Its true and I had a collection of Bridesmaid dresses in my closer back home. June is a month for all brides so what better way to find the best collection of bridesmaid dresses to complete a whole wedding entourage. June is the month for wedding and I'm absolutely sure that brides are frantic about finding "THE DRESS". Well, worry no more girls, Best Bridal Prices will come to your rescue like a knight in shinning armor. Check out the affordable collection of Bridal and Bridesmaid dresses, you're sure to find that once in a lifetime dress.

POST MEMORIAL DAY BBQ

Kaitlyn finally got over her fever on Friday morning. Still I was worried that I may come back again so I was thinking of not going with MIL to Angelo's Post Memorial Barbecue. Thank God her fever didn't come back and she was slowly getting back to her old rambunctious self. It was just family and we had so much fun. I didn't get in the pool though since it was windy and cold. Kaitlyn dipped her feet in with her cousin Lauren holding on to her. The second photo was of Kaitlyn trying to pull out Lauren's eyebrow ring piercing,lol. Even though Ralph was not able to come with us due to work we still had fun and the food was just superb!!

BRANSON HAS GOT IT ALL COVERED

It can't be stopped, Summer is just outside our doors. The weather has been very nice expect for a few rain showers here and there. Families are hustling and bustling around preparing for the much awaited Summer Vacation and Getaways. As for us we will be spending most of our summer in our backyard specially in the swimming pool. We do have plans to take the kids somewhere for a day or two of fun rides and activities. If only our youngest was a little bit older we would not think twice about checking out Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing. It looked like such and inviting place for a family with kids to stay at. Located at the heart of the Entertainment and District, I would think that we would not have a big problem finding activities to do, be it for the kids or just for mom and dad. Days would be spent letting the kids enjoy the National Kid's Day Fest at Silver Dollar City while dad take on a few holes from a championship gold course a few distance from Branson. Since I know my family we would probably be spending a lot of our time beside the Hotel's pool and let our little tadpoles swim in the cool sparkling water. And for those who mix business and pleasure Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel is the right place for a business conference, rest and recreation of your choice. Be it a Vacation for your Family or a Business Trip, The Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing and Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel can provide and meet all of your expectations.

FIRST DIP IN THE POOL

This photo was taken a couple of days before the princess bruiser got sick. Our pool has been open now for more than a week. I however, did not go in the pool when I took this one since it was still way to cold for me. Ralph and the kids braved the cold water to cool off from the scorching heat of the sun. Kayla is in her life vest/ bathing suit since it allows her to swim around the pool without sinking. She is still learning to swim in the pool and it allows her to have freedom to swim which ever way she wants to go. As for the lil' bruiser, she does not like staying in her floater for very long. She prefers the comfort of somebody holding on to her. Thank God we have a pool or else we would have been driving back and forth to my BIL house every weekend.

SAVING WHILE ON FORMULA

For me nothing was more precious and memorable than the days, weeks and months that lead to the birth of my first born baby girl, my princess bruiser. From the moment I found out I was pregnant with her I knew right away I was going to breastfeed her by hook or by crook. My mother was not able to breastfeed me due to my allergies so at a very early age I was already on formula. It was not just any formula It had to be a certain formula that is exactly for my needs. I grew up on formula and not on my mother's milk. Breastfeeding was a conscious effort on my part. I knew the benefits it can give to my daughter and to me. My daughter can get the best nutrients and vitamins from my milk while I also get the chance to really bond with my daughter and share something really really special with her. Breastfeeding was not that hard on my part but unfortunately my milk dried up after 6 months. The only consolation I feel is that I still got to breastfeed her. From 6 months on she was already eating by then and also on the formula about 4 times a day. Mind you putting her on the formula was expensive but like Ralph would say It is an expense that he would not mind. Kaitlyn is been on Enfamil and she is striving. I always wonder though how much we could save if we put her on Parent's Choice Infant Formula. Now, I can find out for myself how much I could be saving If I had Kaitlyn on store brand formula rather than the name brand ones. One big can of formula is $25 a pop in our place and if we should transfer her to the store brand we could be saving over $300. That is a big savings right there. Want to know how much you could also be saving if you switch from your brand name formula to store brand formula? Easy, just check out Parent's Choice Saving Calculator and find out how much money you could be putting back in your pocket.

BIG THANK YOU MAY DROPPERS

It is once again time to give thanks for my faithful droppers for the month of May. This past week has been very stressful for me when my youngest daughter got sick. Its not easy when the child that is sick cant tell you what is wrong with them. I barely had sleep, was not able to do any household chores and not a lot of posts. There was even a day that I was not able to return any drops when we got stuck in the Emergency Room. A very big THANK YOU to all my top droppers and to just any one who drops and reads what I have to say.

BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY

Its been two years that we have lived in this house. Two years and yet we still need to fully furnish our entire house. We don't even have little knick-knacks decorations since I have a little toddler in the house. Decorative candles are not even safe, it ends up all chewed up and all over the house. We made a conscious effort not to buy new furniture for the living room since we converted it to a playroom for now. In another year or two I hope to have a living room, a family room and a nice dinning room. Finding the right furniture, hardware and accessories to make a house a home is not that easy. One easy way of looking for furniture to beautify your home is by going to some website like hardware Toronto. Where you can have your pick of the many styles and selections from Exteriors Lights, Hooks and Brackets, Heating Registers and Electrical Plates, Safes and many more. For now, I'm more inclined into looking to get a safe. Husband is a Police Officer and he comes home with his gun. I would feel much better and safer to know that when he brings it home the kids wont have access to it. With kids around you will never know what they will get themselves into so its better to be safe than sorry.

EMERGENCY ROOM TRIP

For the past two days the lil' bruiser has been having a high fever of over 102. Yesterday, we decided to take her to the Emergency Room at A.I DuPont Hospital. She was shivering so bad and I did not want to wait until her fever spikes up so high that her mouth would turn blue again. I could not take that risk so at past 8 pm we were at the Emergency Room. It was just MIL, the baby and I since Ralph had to take care of Kayla. They checked her ears for possible ear infection but found none. So they had to check her urine to rule out UTI ( urinary track infection) and the best way to do that was to catheterize her. It was traumatizing to all of us when they did that. She was screaming her head off and just wanted to get up. Thankfully it only took about a minute then they were done. All her results came back negative which is good but still puzzling at the same time. We got home around 2 am this morning.

I just want to Thank God for watching over her and keeping her safe. Most parents should know how I feel. I would rather be the one that is sick than my kids. Its so heartbreaking to see them suffer specially when they cant tell you what is wrong with them. I also want to apologize to my visitors for not dropping on them. My daughter needed me and I had to be there for her. She is in my arms right now sleeping, very clingy, whinny but I would not have it any other way.