Wednesday, October 22, 2008

After a long while...

Hi to all my fellow bloggers! I miss blogging but sad to say my time now is so limited cause my little girl is here with me now. Ok just a brief story about my delivery. Friday 5am i woke up with a bloody discharge(excuse)that freaks me out i got up and soon as i stand up a tiny flow of blood run down my leg so, had to wake up my hubby who almost run to the door on his briefs to take me to the hospital lol..
When we reached the hospital they checked me monitored everything then doctor came and said "OK YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE YOUR BABY TODAY" my hubby and i was happy but im very nervous about the pain im going to experience, I was right! I had a 23hour painful labor trying to have my baby vaginally but i still ended up having c-section after 30mins of pushing with no progress. All in all experience it was not my ideal labor and delivery but when i saw my little angel healthy SHE IS ALL WORTH IT!


Thursday, September 11, 2008

Updates...

First is about our baby Mila's room is done (almost) well we are still adding stuff in it and i still have another baby shower coming up this time its an all filipino attendies I am just glad that people loves us so much to throw us shower for our coming baby and it helps us big time with the stuffs we need so, we are very thankful. Anyway here is one of the pic of the room my husband and i have been working on



Im on my 36th week of my pregnancy the baby is head down and measuring perfectly my OB-GYN said. Lately its been very hard to move and im having pains on my back and my Vjayjay.. my feet and numbness never go away its hard to sleep, I toss and turn all the time, i pee 2-3 times at night, had to shift upright so i can breath real good. It just goes on and on I know i have been complaining but i love being pregnant and taking care of my child inside me.
We just cant wait for her arrival.
Other than that there is nothing much going on cause we are keeping ourselves ready when the time comes that im ready to go the hospital, My poor husband is restrained from his weekend hobbies but he knows and prefer to be here with me all time.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Pregnant Bridesmaid

AT LAST!!! the much awaited wedding of my bestfriend is over, it has been a year of constant preparation, stress, and chaotic situation at times but it was all payed off on the big day cause the wedding turned out so nice. Im so happy for my BFF and her husband now they waited for 5 years for this.
Sorry if i look huge on this pic (im the pregnant one)

Monday, August 18, 2008

SURVEY!!!

This is my first time answering a survey on my blog courtesy by i-am-pregnant website

Pregnancy Survey
About You
Name?: Grace
Age?: 28
Height?: 4'11"
Pre-pregnancy weight?: 95 lbs.

About The Father
Name?: Gary
Age?: 38
Height?: 5'9"
Are you still together?: yes of course!

About Your Pregnancy
Is this your first pregnancy?: Yes
When did you find out you were pregnant?: Beginning of Feb.
Was it planned?: Yes
What was your first reaction?: So happy and excited
Who was with you when you found out?: Just me
Who was the first person you told?: My hubby
How did your parents react?: very excited
How far along are you?: 32 weeks
What was your first symptom?: Sleepy all the time
What is your due date?: Oct first week
Do you know the sex of the baby?: Yes
If so, what is it?: Girl
Have you picked out names?: Yes
If so, what are they?: Mila Ann
How much weight have you gained?: 20 lbs so far...
Do you have stretch marks?: no (hopefully i will never have it)
Have you felt the baby move?: non-stop movement, she is super active
Have you heard the heartbeat?: Yes every prenatal check-up

About the birth
Will you keep the baby?: Yes of course
Home or hospital birth?: Hospital
Natural or medicated birth?: The epidural will be my best friend..
Who will be in the delivery room with you?: My husband
Will you breastfeed?: probably
Do you think you'll need a c-section?: i dont know, but its ok if i'll have it
Will you cry when you hold the baby for the first time?: Yes
What's the first thing you might say to him/her?: Hi baby its me your mommy..
Would you let someone videotape the birth?: maybe, but definitely not showing my private part
Are you excited about the birth, or scared?: BOTH

Tuesday, August 5, 2008

Weekend Update

I dont have anything on my mind right now I feel like my mind is just floating :(
Im still tired over the weekend driving with my hubby 8 hours to Pennsylvania it was a 4 day get away for us we had our nice baby shower and family reunion so it was eventful. I will just share a couple of my babyshower pics:




Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Baby Shower




Yeheyyy!!! Im so excited with my upcoming baby shower in Pittsburgh this coming weekend My awesome mother-in-law is throwing it for us. Ive been to one baby shower for my sister in law before but i dont have a clue what was going on cause we dont have baby shower back in the philippines when i was still there. But this time ill appreciate it cause its for my baby and the gifts are going to be such a big blessings for us. Thank you all in advance.


Update on my pregnancy: I just went to my OB-GYN for my Prenatal check-up everything was fine my baby is measuring perfect, passed my Glucose test with flying colors and had a good talk with my OB today. The only thing that bothers me is i have this PUPPP some kind of pregnancy rashes its super itchy and its killing me, my OB advice me to take benadryl and cortizone something so hopefully it can help me. But other than that im happy to know my baby is very OK

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

The Dark Knight



I heard a lot of good reviews on this movie and I cant wait to hit the theaters to see this movie myself and have my own review about it. I guess it became more popular because the late Heath Ledger played the Joker and also BATMAN movies has a lot of followers like my husband.
Christian Bale who played BATMAN is freakin HOT! HOT! HOT!

Saturday, July 19, 2008

I miss my mom

Lately my mind is always occupied with thoughts about my pregnancy and wanting my parents to be here when i deliver my baby. I hope and pray that they will be granted a tourist visa so they can see their first granddaughter. It just sad to think that its in the immigrations hand if that will ever happen. (Just venting here)

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Good Deal





We recently bought this TV for our bedroom got it from best buy cause we have been using the "dinosaur tv" that has broken remote and we only get one channel.
It was a very good deal, Its a 32inch FLATSCREEN PLASMA TV for just $547.00
You cant beat that even the salesman cant believe that they have a deal for a plasma tv for that kind of price.

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Our Landscaping


BEFORE

AFTER


So far we are done with the rocks but we are still going to add some plants and flowers. Its a pain in the pocket project but we will take it than those old pine needdles that we used to have they are messy and sometimes snakes lay eggs on them.
Now it looks better and it adds up the value of our house too

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Cool Advertisement





Pictures from Japan and UK

Monday, July 7, 2008

Iron supplement

I just got done with my monthly pre-natal check-up today and everything went fine. I gained weight which is normal cause my baby is growing inside,also had the routine urine sample the result was ok too. Nurse pricked my finger to get a blood sample for my iron level and we just found out im a little low on iron or a little anemic, My OB-GYN explained that it happened to a lot of pregnant women cause the baby is getting iron from me so i need to add the iron to my body for both of me and my baby.

Lacking of enough iron for pregnant women can cause fatigue and headache which i experience but not aware of it. OB-GYN also said that my diet will consist of leafy vegetables and meat. Im just hoping that since im approaching on my third trimester that im going to have a smooth sailing pregnancy and not to have this as a start of a difficult last 3 months.

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Child Birth Classes

I have reach my 26th week of my pregnancy and its the time also that i have to schedule us for child birth class but until now we are still thinking twice if we are going to do it or not, I heard to some people that its OVER-RATED especially if you are going to have C-SECTION. I remember when i was still in the philippines i dont know anymom who went to those classes and still they had a safe and healthy delivery.

The fee is $60 its a one day 8 hour class.

What do you think mommies? Is it really super important?

Friday, June 27, 2008

Yayyy......

Its our anniversary!!! Im so thankful for all the blessings we have recieve and hopefully more to come. Marriage for me based on my experience has more ups than downs, I have never been this happy since i got married and now blessed with baby inside me. Tonight after my husband's work we are going to a restaurant that he reserved to celebrate another milestone in our life. I'll also post later on the restaurant ratings and other things except our Bed Scene... lol

Thursday, June 26, 2008

NO STARCH DIET



My husband and i was not really on a diet just to loose weight. We are looking for some recipe's that has low-starch or no-starch at all the reason why because my husband has been suffering with ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS its a kind of severe arthritis that started when he got into a car accident in his 20's. His been on and off the diet cause i understand that its really hard to cut almost all food you love to eat.Now, I need to kinda "follow the diet" too in order to help him and not drag him to starchy foods that causes this arthristis to flare up. But when he is not around im eating the foods i need to for my baby as well. I pray that my husband can be disciplined and follow the strict diet.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Pay-per-post


Guys im so happy cause i just became a member of pay-per-post and had my first blog approve YAYY!!!!! You cant go wrong your having fun blogging and get paid as well. Try it

Comfort Gel Shoes


These past couple of weeks my husband has been complaining about his feet. After work thats when he suffers the pain particularly on his heels. So, i bugged him to buy new shoes instead of buying things for me cause my husband sometimes tend to forgot himself just to take care of me (sweet hubby). Finally last night we got the best shoe for his feet that will give him comfort while working. Its a Comfort Gel shoes made by NUNN BUSH.

Friday, June 20, 2008

sharing my feelings

I have been doing some changes on my template and layout cause i wanted to please pay-per-post but no matter what changes i make they still wont approve my blog. They make a lot of reasons. Oh well I guess i need to work very hard to meet their specifications.

HAVE A GOOD WEEKEND PEOPLE!!

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Good Parents, Bad Result

Science is providing proof of where Mom and Dad go wrong.

1.PARENTS FAIL AT SETTING LIMITS. Childrens who are showered with advantages are more likely to be depressed and anxious and to abuse drugs and alcohol than the norm.
2.THEY'RE OVERPROTECTIVE. Children realize that sometimes they will fail, make mistakes, have setbacks. When parents intercede, it communicates to the kid that " I dont think you're capable of dealing with it.'
3.THEY NAG,LECTURE.REPEAT.THEN YELL. Nagging gives children "negative reinforcement," or an incentive-parental attention to keep misbehaving.
4.THEY PRAISE TOO MUCH-AND BADLY. Children who were praised for being intelligent, rather than making a good effort,actually made less of an effort on tests and had a harder time dealing with failure.
5.THEY PUNISH TOO HARSHLY. "Punishment isnt just ineffective," it leads to avoidance and escape. It puts a little wedge in the relationship between parent and child.
6.THEY TELL THEIR CHILD HOW TO FEEL. Children need to think about how their own feelings will be affected by what they do, as well as the feeling of others.
7.THEY PUT GRADES AND SATS AHEAD OF CREATIVITY. The goal is not to have a child who knows how to answer question but one who will grow up to ask the important questions. Help your children to be open-minded.
8.THEY FORGET TO HAVE FUN. Those little signs of love and connection a laugh, a song shared in the car, are signs of health.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

updates

1.I got up this morning dont know how to start my day (sigh) lazy mode is kicking in...
2.Im on my 24th week of pregnancy and im starting to feel the heaviness of my belly my heels always hurt just standing for a couple of minutes, I always feel tired, my appetite is too hearty. This is probably because im approaching my 3rd trimester which is going to be hard but exciting.
3.We are working on our landscaping and we are halfway done yeheyyyy...... I'll post before & after pics when its done promise.
4.I found out that my mother-in-law wants to give me a baby shower in Pennsylvania
(8hours drive) this coming august. I love her she is so nice and sweet.
5. Im excited on my baby shower from friends here in NC on september, its actually a my baby shower and my b-day celebration at the same time.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Sewing Machine



I have this Kenmore Sewing machine that my husband gave me last year cause he saw me sewing a lot of clothes by hand before. He told me he will get me a sewing machine so it will be easier for me but my problem is I have never use a sewing machine in my entire life before so, now im really disappointed whenever something will not work and had to read the manual over and over again just to make it right Its sooo Frustrating!!




Right now im working on my sewing machine cover to protect it from dust but again i cant get the inside thread to come out cause the upper thread is always stuck somewhere inside grr...

Airbrush Make-up


My bestfriend and I have been doing some online shopping for a make-up that will last long and gives a flawless blend on your face and neck for her upcoming wedding. We have found this particular one (in the pic) its an airbrush intro kit that we can try but unfortunately its not in our budget it cost $420 plus shipping.
We also tried looking for local place that do airbrush make-up but no one does it. I guess we are going to go ahead and make an appointment for the traditional make-up.
I dont wear make-up but on occasions like wedding having that airbrush kit will come in handy If i only have enough or extra money I will definitely purchase one, I think its worth it.

Saturday, June 7, 2008

Today's Plan

My husband and I woke up late today Our plan is to go out for lunch probably to a buffet resto and Im going to a salon to have my hair trimmed cause its way too long for me now so, it needs some trimming! and to save some shampoo too. Then probably later on we are going to hang out with friends or if not we are going to continue working in our landscaping project. I'll post pics of the outcome after its done.
Tonight uuhm... uhh... i dont know yet.


HAPPY WEEKEND!!

Friday, June 6, 2008

America's Unhealthiest Drinks

Worst "Healthy" Drink
Glaceau VitaminWater (any flavor; 20 oz bottle)
130 calories 33 grams sugar
Worst Juice Imposter
Arizona Kiwi Strawberry (23.5 oz can)
360 calories 84 g of sugar
Worst Smoothie
Jamba Juice Peanut Butter Moo’d Power
Smoothie (30 oz)
1,170 calories 169 g sugars 30 g fat
Worst Summer Cocktail
Pina Colada
625 calories 75 g sugars
The Unhealthiest Drink in America
Baskin Robbin’s Large Heath Bar Shake (32 oz)
2,310 calories 266 g sugar 108 g fat (64 g saturated)

Thursday, June 5, 2008

Sweet & Kris

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5v4eb0gZhw

I just love this 2 people they are so entertaining to watch. I apologize that i cant upload it good

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Cuteness..


My Diaper Bag for baby Mila!
Sorry if im being so excited. Isnt it cute?
I got it while walking in the mall with hubby and a couple of friends, Actually my husband is the one who saw this store and told me to look for something i like! (sure y not? haha) they have stuffs like baby dress, bags, purse, umbrella, travelling bag that you can personalized and put a name on them. My friend Ginger helped me pick out the style of the bag and i picked the color. Awesome Store for gift ideas.

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

My Top 10 Father's Day gift

1. Lunch Delivery. Send him some Pizza delivery for his lunch. Call and tell him you have something for him delivered so he wont go out for lunch.
2.Sport Event Tickets. Every Father has a favorite sports team This gives you a chance to cheer with his favorite pro-team.
3.Foot Spa. Or other kind of spa He will appreciate it after a long day of tiring work. I personally like this cause my husband is complaining about the excess skin layer on his feet.
4.Unique Beer Mug. You can also put a personalized name and with "Happy Father's Day" on it.
5.Leather Wallet. Men always wear their wallets off. Get him a style often seen today.
6.Gift Card. For your husband's breakfast, lunch or dinner. It can be for his shopping too
7.Sports Gear. My husband loves fishing so, i would love to get tim a new fishing rod, bait and vest.
8.Concert DVD. Men loves music they have favorite Bands or Artist make sure watch it with him.
9.Auto Add-ons. Our hubby and dad loves their vehicle they have that special relationship with it, So, why not look inside his car and see if something needs to be replaced or add something that he will like.
10.Accesories. Jewelries, Neckties, Watch, Perfume, etc.

Monday, June 2, 2008

Streetfood


Grabe i miss this particular street food back home. Its been 2 and a half freaking year!!! that i havent had this food addiction of mine i can eat this 3 times a day. Yes im aware that its bad cause of the pollution it gets and being exposed to different kinds of virus especially the
sawsawan(dipping sauce) that other customer already used. But i love it.
I probably can make my own here but my husband will be grossed out and still different when the expert"manongs" will grill it for you yummm..

Bridesmaid

This coming August is my dear bestfriend's wedding. Im happy and very excited for her that finally she will walk down the aisle to marry her long time BF. My worry is Im having a hard time looking for my dress cause im gonna be 7months pregnant on her wedding with my baby bump and to think ill be in high heels! Im really praying that i can pull it off and still look nice at the wedding.

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Promotion

Thank you lord for the blessing again. My husband just got a surpise lunch meeting yesterday with the BIG boss and other managers. They offered him to manage one of the autobody shop from being a collision service writer he will train as a manager Im happy that all his hard work was paid off, and im proud to say my husband is one the best employee ive known he can juggle his workload and family time nothing is left out.
We need some extra cash too now that i quit my job and expecting our first baby Girl.
GOD is GOOD all the time.

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Calling all Husband & Wife..

8 Secrets of Sexy Marriages
In every relationship, levels of sexual desire for both partners fluctuate. Some stages are predictable: when you first marry, after you have a child, when the kids leave home, when job pressures persist. Knowing this, and being confident enough to talk about it, strengthens intimacy. Couples with the sexiest marriages:
1. Remember that sex problems are sometimes red herrings. Understanding that impotence is a common problem at every stage of marriage is the first, and highest, hurdle most couples have to clear.
2. Don't save affection for the bedroom only.
Couples whose sex lives bring them the most happiness eroticize their lives -- that is, they give affection physically and verbally through the day in different ways.
3. Make time for love. Sexy wives know that lovemaking is a habit: The more you do it, the more you like it, and the more you like it, the more you do it. They make lovemaking a top priority, and if that means scheduling sex, so be it.
4.Talk every day. Even if it's just 10 minutes in the morning and 10 at night, voice your love. 5. Kiss often. We're not talking a perfunctory peck on the cheek but a deep, sensual, teasing kiss. Many longtime couples rarely kiss at all, going straight to intercourse when they have sex.
6. Have adventures. Instead of sex behind a locked bedroom door, these couples make love at the beach, in the car, in the shower, on the living room floor.
7. Break the rules. Ask yourself: What ruts have we fallen into and how can we get out of them? Explore changes, even small ones, with which you both feel comfortable. Don't nix ideas automatically; instead, be willing to experiment with videos, sex toys, and magazines.
8. Learn what pleases. Know what you like and don't like in bed -- and make sure your partner knows, too.

Stretchmarks?

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula w/shea

Ive been using this product since i reached 2 mos. of my pregnancy and im on my 5th month now and no stretchmarks! It has very mild fragrance and makes your skin smooth, Hopefully it will help my skin all throughout my pregnancy.
Some of my preggy friends use oil for their stretchmarks.

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Bubble Milk Tea


Im craving for my favorite drink and i really miss it. I worked in Taiwan for 3years and my day is not going to be complete without my milk tea "sansyu-naycha" in mandarin. Maybe its the caffeine content and the best flavor that gets you addicted to it.
I tried searching over the internet if anyone sell it here i found one place and i have to go there, so i tried their version it was ok but just cant taste the authentic taiwanese made milk tea

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

May 28,2008 Horoscope

Aries=You should find that you have an easier day today. Even so don’t be afraid to take advantage of a quiet period where you can indulge yourself a little. Muddling lunar influences suggest you’ll need some space: a trip to a salon or a sauna will help you to relax!
Taurus=Money matters might look a little less fabulous both today and tomorrow. This won’t be helped by a thoughtless friend, who might try and persuade you to spend what you haven’t got. Resist the temptation; be fair but firm with your friend, and above all, avoid the mall!
Gemini=A less than positive lunar aspect indicates a need to tie up some rather loose ends today. If you get busy and start addressing those areas that look a little disorganized you’ll feel a lot happier; if you try to ignore it, you’ll only be postponing the unavoidable. If you ask for help you’ll get it!
Cancer=It’s likely to be a non-descript day where nothing really happens, but because of a couple of taxing aspects you could end up feeling as though your efforts are being wasted or ignored, or that someone is riding roughshod over your input. However, later in the day a minor stroke of good luck is likely to revive your spirits!
Leo=As with Gemini, you could find that you’re over investing your time and energy into one specific matter. Pause for a moment to reassess your priorities, because chances are that you’re not being as efficient as you could be. It is possible that this one thing is holding you back!
Virgo=Matters of the heart are likely to dominate the day today, with you needing to be perhaps a little less passive and a little less unreceptive to what the day has to offer. Be proactive: draw attention to your good points, especially if you want someone to sit up and take notice of you!
Libra=Challenging aspects slow you down today, and could hamper previous efforts in a work or school related matter. You could feel that you really haven’t got the energy or the creative drive to keep the momentum going. A minor stroke of poor luck won’t help but it needs to be kept in perspective!
Scorpio=A much improved day should help you to wind down a little, although the moon could indirectly make you feel more emotional than usual. A little dash of excitement will go a long way to restoring the balance; so concentrate on having some fun at some point today!
Sagittarius=You could find it hard-going today, thanks to a few minor influences. You could feel a little more indecisive and a little misdirected, especially when it comes to work or school. Keep a list of what you need to do; not only will it provide some much- needed focus but it will also help jog that memory!
Capricorn=Communications are indirectly aspected, thanks to the moon. Contacts, letters, emails and texts should be responded to straight away, but beware of misunderstandings; it might be that you misconstrue someone’s good intentions: a bottle-half-full approach will serve you well, today!
Aquarius=Like most of the signs you too may notice an unhelpful lunar influence. You could find that you’re tempted to cut corners at work or school in order to free up some leisure time! Don’t; arrange a lively evening with some like-minded friends, but reserve the day for the serious stuff!
Pisces=Unlike some other signs an efficient and dynamic mood should kick in today, and there is also an added bonus in the form of your cash flow. There’s some good news on the way, so even if the day starts with a couple of unwelcome bills or invoices don’t worry, because as the day progresses the pressure will ease!

Hell's Kitchen


Its really a one Hell of a kitchen if you are going to work with Gordon Ramsay the head chef on the show. I dont know about you guys but i will not or cannot work with a chef like that who's always on my face shouting at me whenever i did something wrong? I have a lot of patience at work but that treatment from the chef is totally wrong.

I still feel that show is fixed. Ramsay looks like he is not that bad for real its probably just for the show

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Hail storm



Hail=is a form of precipitation which consists of balls or irregular lumps of ice (hailstones). Hailstones on earth usually consist mostly of water ice and measure between 5 and 150 millimeters in diameter, with the larger stones coming from severe thunderstorm




This past 2 weeks we have been hitting by Tornadoes though its not as bad as in the other state usually cloud formation doesnt touch down but the last one that passes here is with bad hail storm, the hail are as the size of golf ball thats enough to damage the roof and ofcourse put DENTS on your car which a pain in the butt and expensive to repair.

My husband work in a car repair shop as an estimator he literally dropped his jaw cause come Monday hundreds of cars came to their shop for hail damage repair from the 30minutes hailstorm only. My poor husband has to stay later to finish the paperworks for all these customers.

Purple instead of the usual pink


Mila's Room


We decided that we are going to go with this color of our baby room instead of the pink color for Girls. We think its pretty (do you all agree?)
Went shopping today and priced the stuff we need to achieve almost the same design as the picture but still we have to hold for a while cause we are still waiting for my baby shower, cause my mother in-law wants to buy us the crib and some other friends who wants to give their gifts in order to finish the room.
All we can start right now is painting. We are excited.

Baby Mila (my-lah)


18 WEEKS 3D ULTRASOUND

Im 5 months pregnant now 20weeks to be exact. So far my pregnancy is doing really fine i never had morning sickness and hoping will never have one. This week MILA got bigger and stronger cause i can feel a lot of her moves now i noticed too that whenever i take a shower that when she leans outwards you can see her from my body there is a bulge on the upper part of my tummy, she is probably tickled by the sound of the shower drops.

I remembered a time when my aunt is pregnant and that time im still in HS I was talking to her then she suddenly stopped from what she is doing and she smiled so sweetly and grabbed my hand quickly to feel her baby but me being so young and naive that time i dont know what's going on i didnt feel her baby moved I was just looking at her like she is the happiest person in the world.
I felt exactly the same way when my baby moves.

Its very true on what they say that "You will never understand how to be a parent until you became one"

Saturday, May 24, 2008

My Hobby




Origami
I learned how to make Origami from my cousin Rona in the philippines.The first 10 Months of being at home all the time bored and still waiting for my work permit card I come up with the idea of making Origami out of the magazines that my husband throw away.
My first masterpiece is a Swan it was not perfect but it makes my husband say "wow how did you do it?" and that reaction encourage me to make some more until i got my first buyer one of Gary's co-worker she payed me $20 for the swan and i start selling it to friends or give it as a gift for family members. Handmade things are very valuable to americans, they will treasure it once you make or give them one.
By the way those two example pictures above are my latest and this time they are made out of plain colored gift wrapping paper it cost a little but its better paper than the magazines.
Back in the Philippines im not really into arts and crafts but when i got bored ill give it a try its worth it!

Friday, May 23, 2008

Moving and Adjustments...

Year 2006 when I moved here in the states to be with my loving husband Gary. I never imagined that i will be having my own family in the place where i have no idea what's in store for me, I just followed my heart and im pretty sure that destiny brought me here.
I will be missing my family and friends back home for sure but i believe everyone has to move on and build their own life.

2:45pm It was snowing in Detroit, MI when the plane touched down that was the first US state i stopped and had to wait at the airport for my connecting flight to NC. I have found out that learning didnt stop from school cause i felt like im back to elementary level when i came here in the US, i have to struggle with the grammar, The people have different accent depends on what state they are from and what happen is that people constantly moving from one state to another. The main reason is Job demand, Weather or probably lovelife.
I notice the politeness of americans. Shaking hands to people who they meet, Hug the elders, Smile and say Hi/Hello to every people they see (as in every people)

WEATHER. here in NC its good and bad Good= cause we have 4 season Winter, Spring,Summer and Fall you can experience the different season which is pretty amazing oh I love the Snow and on Fall season leaves turns from green to orange. What is the
Bad= every season we have to change our clothes Im talking from 4 layered clothes to tank top its kinda expensive if you think about it.I've been here for 2years and a half i still cant get used to the cold weather.

SIZE. size matters here from XS-XXXL, back home we only have S-M-L probably we have XL now, Me being a petite im XS in womens section but i usually go to KIDS section... it sucks.. but i dont have any choice and that situation actually made my husband buy me a Sewing Machine (he's so sweet) that way i can buy clothes appropriate to my age if its long then i just "sew it away"
FOODS. 1 person meal here is good for 4 person in the philippines. Its HUGE!! I can never finish my food even if im so hungry. Had to take home my leftover all the time.

There is a lot more things that i wanted to share with you but i better stop at this point cause ill bore you guys to death.

Im excited to blog more of my experiences so, until next time!!

Getting Started

Hello Everyone!

I am nervous and excited cause this is my very first Blog. Thanks to Bloger.com for letting me use their fantastic site to start my BLOGGING WORLD and i also want to say Thanks to all you people who inspire me to do this. I dont have time before cause i was working but now im a stay-at-home Mom-to-be and Yes! God blessed us to have a baby Girl due in October.

So I hope i will have lots of blogger friends and share each other's day to day experience

Have a great day everyone!

*GRACE*