Monday, June 22, 2009

Took a test and this is the result...


What Your Handbag Says About You
You are concerned with how you appear. Projecting your high status is important to you.You tend to be on high alert. You are very aware of your surroundings.You are a high maintenance person. You feel lost outside of your normal environment.You are an organized and together person. You are competent and successful.Your motto is: "Be prepared." You don't like to be surprised by anything.You are practical and down to earth. You tend to be a rather reserved and quiet person.You are a very unique and special person. There's no one else who is anything like you.


Hmmm... some may actually be true!

Took a test and this is the result...

What Your Handbag Says About You
You are concerned with how you appear. Projecting your high status is important to you.You tend to be on high alert. You are very aware of your surroundings.You are a high maintenance person. You feel lost outside of your normal environment.You are an organized and together person. You are competent and successful.Your motto is: "Be prepared." You don't like to be surprised by anything.You are practical and down to earth. You tend to be a rather reserved and quiet person.You are a very unique and special person. There's no one else who is anything like you.


Hmmm... some may actually be true!

Let's see if you can do better...

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To Jor on our 10th!

I would want to be but really, I don’t need to be super rich with you, but the wealth of love and peace you have gifted me in the last (even more than) 10 years have more than given me multiple rebirths and endless wonderful self-discoveries. You have made it more than possible for me to be happy with myself and to be happy with others and the world around me. I am most blessed by your presence in my life and I would want that not a day would go by without me reminding you of your patient and understanding character.
I have gained so much insight from being the mother of our two, precocious, sweet, funny, intelligent daughters who teach me constantly, every single day, of what truly matters in life. Our children are God's gift to humanity and it is in our best interests to care for their very best interests as well. Bea and Lianne restored me to myself, to which Bea would always remind me, “It’s ok Mom, it’ll be alright, don’t panic, you did it well.” And Lianne will resound, “You’re the best Mommy!” Same to you Jor, “you’re the best husband and Daddy!”

Happy 10th Anniversary!

Sunday, June 21, 2009

To my one and only --- Dad!


Dad,


It's father's day today and how best can I pay tribute? Words are not enough to express my love and gratitude to my very first best friend. I remember when I was little, Mommy was the disciplinarian and I would be more afraid of her getting mad at me (or what I've done as a kid). You, you never really got mad at me. I always ran to you crying... your strategy was different, you would hug me and then talk to me, heart-to-heart. You would explain why Mom got upset, what I should've done. Then, we would pray together so I can ask sorry to Jesus for my not-so-good thoughts, my pain, and so I would not get mad at Mommy too. After we talk and pray, everything will feel better, I would learn from it and then, love Mommy even more. That went on and on from the time I was a kid, to high school, college, law school, and even when Benjor and I got together. To me, you were always there to understand.


You were my mentor, more so spiritually. You introduced Jesus Christ to me and helped me establish my relationship with Him. As a true best friend, you made sure that we will see each other in God's kingdom! You have indeed taught me a lot, from being a good friend to being a good wife and mother. Today, you continue to be my friend, I am even happier now since my daughters can have that special relationship with you too.


Our busy lives now though often get in the way and maybe, I have not had the chance to tell you how I feel. Dad, I cannot thank God enough for giving me this opportunity to be with you. Benjor and I truly value your "presence" with us and being "present" for your apos (grandchildren). You fill in the gap, the time I'm away at work, I am at peace since I know you are looking after the girls; when I lose it sometimes and unable to control my temper, you are there to help them understand the reasons why; when I get busy with the world, you are there to guide them closer to Jesus Christ.


Thank you Dad, from the bottom of my heart! We love you so so much, I thank Mommy for loving you and teaching us how to do just that. I'm sure Dundee feels very much the same way!


Happy Father's Day!


Your one and only daughter,

Joy

Friday, June 19, 2009

Celebrating Our 10th Year

We're celebrating our 10th year of married bliss this year and we're excited! Aside from being all out on splurging for our new toys, it will also be the first time that we're celebrating out of state. Can't wait... you see, my mantra is, in this day and age, 10 years of married life is indeed an accomplishment. You will have to wait maybe another 10 to celebrate this way again. So, Big Apple, here we come!

Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Shopaholic?

Let's see:

1. Shopping Allowance...
(a) Hubby gives me on a monthly basis.
(b) I save up for my own.
(c) Non-existent.
(d) Depending on whatever’s left in the budget.

My answer: I work for it! As long as I'm able to work, I'm able to buy!

2.The bulk of my shopping money or “extra cash” goes to...
a) Bags
(b) Shoes
(c) Clothes
(d) Jewelry
(e) Books (and magazines) -- but not lately
(f) Gadgets
(g) Make-Up
(h) All of the Above

My answer: clothes, bags, make-up (not necessarily in that order)

3. The one kikay item that I can never live without, even if it’s worth my last penny is _________.

My answer: LIPSTICK!

4. The most expensive kikay item that I have or had, but I think is worth every centavo is ______.

My answer: Beauty stuff (it's hard not spend at least $100 when you go to the Benefit counter!)

5. The best place to shop for affordable but quality goods is at:

For Clothes/ Bags/ Shoes: Premium Outlets

For Gadgets: Best Buy/Amazon.com

For Books: Borders (with discount)/Amazon.com

For Make-Up: ULTA, Sephora, Macys

For Jewelry: I only have heirloom ones (so no expense for me)

6. If you cannot afford a brand new Louis Vuitton, you will…

(a) Buy pre-owned ones at lower prices

(b) Save up and wait until you can afford it

(c) Swipe the card anyway and think about the bills later

(d) Buy a similar type from the more affordable brand

My answer: If I can't buy the real-deal, I might not as well buy it! This time, I would choose (b).

7. Who is the bigger spender in terms of shopping?(a) Me!(b) The Hubby!(c) Same

My answer: definitely me


8. Have you ever splurged on something that was not really worth it? If yes, what item?
Hmmm....

9. Is there any kikay item or any gadget that you are currently saving up for, care to share?

My answer: Kikay Item - Fresh Violette

Gadget: MAC MAC MAC

10. Are you the type who goes to the mall, and can never leave empty-handed?
My answer: It will be a waste of time to go to the mall for no reason. Reason to go to the mall --- BUY!