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Love the scent, it's good on me be it summer or winter! Best I've tried so far! Not sure how I can get a hold of one, unless I go to Great Britain or my cousin from London gets it for me! Have loved this since it came out! Major wishes! Don't have this color yet...would love to wear one soon!

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April 17 is Mommy's birthday. All these years, we've looked forward to this day to honor her and thank her for everything she did for us. When I was younger, my brother and I would look forward to this day because we know she will cook OUR favorite dishes, she'll cook so much to last until dinner time for sure! She'll cook my favorite spaghetti, my brother's favorite afritada, and my dad's

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YSL Black Large Rive GaucheBottega Venetta Black Woven Roma

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What have I (already) done in my life?Bolded items in dark maroon were made in 2006. 4 years past and I've only done those I've bolded in dark blue.Need to hasten...01. Bought everyone in the bar a drink02. Swam with wild dolphins03. Climbed a mountain04. Taken a BMW for a test drive05. Been inside the Great Pyramid06. Held a tarantula07. Taken a candlelit bath with someone 08. Said 'I love you'

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Tory Burch OVERSIZED NORAH SATCHEL

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A flowery weekend capped with wine tasting at a nearby winery, Avio.

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Images taken from Old Downtown Sacramento and UC Davis Arboretum

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My daughter attended her very first tea party. She's my girly-girl and the minute she received the invitation, let's just say, she couldn't wait for "the day". She had her dress picked, she wanted some white shoes, she asked if I could go with her. Of course, I wanted to be at the tea party too. Well, the day came, she was thrilled, the minute we arrived at her friend's house, her smile just

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1 - Tory Burch Amanda Hobo (yellow)2- Valentino Petale (coffee brown)3- Tory Burch Navy Weave Mini Tory Tote (navy & pink)4- Longchamp Le Pliage with Limited Edition Eiffel Tower print (navy)5- Tory Burch Gray and Pink Poppy Tory Tote

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Let me post here what my brother posted on his blogsite last year on his birthday. Whenever I read this post, I feel so close to my brother who is miles and miles away from me and to our mom who is now in heaven enjoying eternal life. Happy Birthday to my only Brother! - your only Sister“A mother understands what a child does not say.” - anonymousi love my mom. i always have and i forever will.

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Check this out, http://heart-2-heart-online.com/2009/11/17/christmas-registry-at-rustans-2009/It's convenient... but I'm still a little bit torn with the idea...Let me sleep on it.

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My favorite season is fall... the weather... the colors... the outfit...It's also the advent of get-togethers, family activities, school performances...September kicks off the season... well, of course I wait for September every year asit is my birthday month... my favorite month of course!October is my youngest's birthday month so that only means I would've put a month's worthof planning for her

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it's been awhile since i've posted here... been busy with FB! one thing i gained from FB, old friends whom i treasure and love... true enough, they were around again this time in my life to greet me a HBD! it was thrilling to receive birthday wishes from all over the globe! thanks to all who remembered me! recently, my dad and my hubby had their birthdays too. so did my youngest...

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i like the changing of the seasons...i like fall colors...i like the cool breeze of fall...except that now, it's already november and it's not quite as cool yet!

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Our family embarked on what we thought was impossible...

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What Your Handbag Says About YouYou 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

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What Your Handbag Says About YouYou 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

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64 words Typing Test

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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

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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

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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,

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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)

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You were our Mom, who nurtured and guided us to maturity;You were our Sister, who was always there to understand;You were our Teacher, who, with compassion and gracetaught us what life has to offer;Most of all, you were our Friend, who was always there to listen and lend a helping hand. Thank you Mom for all those years of caring and unconditional love ---We remember you today and everyday …

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the rule of the game, is to list 7 Things I Love, and then pass it on to friends & Blogs I Love.so here we go:1. i love my family, from my dear hubby and kids, my dad & mom, my only brother, and to my extended family, of course. they are a part of who i am today.2. i love my friends, EC-worldwide, Arirang, 10-7, friends from birth (memories from yesterday give more meaning to my life today).3. i

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Here's a chance to see how well you really know dear hubby. Cut, paste and fill in the answers, then forward . . . shoot, you know what to do. The real challenge is to send it to your dear hubby to see how right you really are.1. He's sitting in front of the TV, what is on the screen? Sundance, ICF, some foreign film2. You're out to eat; what kind of dressing does he get on his salad? Caesar3.

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Got this from a friend's blog, thought I'd try it. Hopefully, this will give my friends and family double reason to love me more...Two names you go by: 1. Joy - for friends and family2. Jigs - for family who will always think of me as a little girlTwo things you are wearing right now:1. brown suit top2. brown wedge Naturalizer shoes (got to be comfy at work)Two things you want very badly at the

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Joe's JeansThe Provocateur [n: petite fit] Inspired by all those times when late nights and genuine attraction come together. This silhouette has a shorter inseam and a higher knee break to lengthen the leg. It's no wonder then that a petite girl in a great fitting pair of jeans has all the sex appeal in the world. Click on the title. To all my petite friends, this pair of jeans is just PERFECTO!

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I found this note before christmas and it melt my "mother's heart".....Dear Santa,If I was good this year Santa, I would like Nintendo DS games. I would like Bolt, Pokemon Ranger, Rubiks Cube and Madagascar Escape2Africa. If you can't get these Nintendo DS games, I would just like a yo-yo. But if you can't get a single thing, I would just want you to make my little sister better so she doesn't

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Ala-ism's entry "home and love" dated Monday, Jan 5, 2009 hits home! So true...http://ala-ism.pansitan.net/

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Enjoy the holidays!

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Merry Christmas to one of all! Jesus is the reason for the season! Enjoy listening to our pride and joy!

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I am wishing...I am hopeful...Yes, I still believe in Santa Claus!

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2 barstools on sale for half the price of 1! Interested? Post comment here...Thanks

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We just came from a wedding party where my youngest daughter walked as flower girl for the first time in her ample life...we were there almost the whole day! Started at 2 pm (of course we were there at 1:30 pm, right?), the mass went on for an hour and a half (thanks to the priest, he kept us awake the whole time...he actually was fun!), picture taking, then off to the hotel...The hotel wasn't

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I am quoting this from another blogger... thanks for the inspiration."Seek the company of people who speak kindly (and even incredibly) of others, who encourage rather than discourage, who boost you rather than push you down. Seek those who will magnify the good in you."

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A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE...enough money within her control to move out and rent a place of her own, even if she never wants to or needs to...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE...something perfect to wear if the employer, or date of her dreams wants to see her in an hour... A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE...a youth she's content to leave behind...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE...a past juicy enough that she's looking forward to retelling

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I had a great mother's day yesterday. I've been celebrating since last week. My brother and her girlfriend sent me beautiful tulips and chocolates. The flowers are abloom now and that's just how my feelings are too! You've both made the distance closer between us. My kids have been bringing home their school projects this past week for Mom's day, and it's just fun reading about what your kids

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Today is Mommy's birthday.What a fitting tribute to her as I received a performance award at work today.I was given a superior team achievement recognition with the highest possible rating.I was recognized for not only exceeding my goals last year but more importantly,I was part of the President's pool. Mommy, as you have always expected of your children, I am indeed, the "best of the best".I

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Nena to her siblings and cousins...Nens to her closest friends...Tita Nens to her nephews and nieces...Ka Nena to her ka- Ala- eh ...Mrs. Garrido to her students...Mother to her business associates... Lola Mommy to her grandchildren...That was my Mom. Endeared by many... Magdalena or Nena, that was her real name, to her family she revealed her true being, strong and responsible. Nens, always

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Daddy was with our budding poet on their way to school when she sees a flock of birds ...."Pigeons are gray, Pigeons are gray Pigeons are loving and gray. Pigeons are gray, Pigeons are gray If someone doesn't love pigeons, the pigeons go away! That's my Mommy!"Of course, my daughter knows Mommy so well.... Mommy doesn't like dogs, cats and most of all, birds!

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My youngest daughter is thrilled whenever she comes up with words that turn out to rhyme with each other. "The sun is shining bright, there's so much light!" then she'll say, "Mommy, bright and light rhyme!" Another time she said, "Hurry up Ate (big sister), I don't want to be late! We need to go to our playdate!" With big eyes, she says, "Mommy, late and date rhyme!" This morning she came out of

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April 17 is Mommy's birthday. All these years, we've looked forward to this day to honor her and thank her for everything she does for us. When I was younger, my brother and I would look forward to this day because we know she will cook OUR favorite dishes, she'll cook so much to last until dinner time for sure! She'll cook my favorite spaghetti, my brother's favorite apritada, and my dad's

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POSITION: Mom, Mommy, Mama, MaDad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop JOB DESCRIPTION: Long term, team players needed, for challenging permanent work in anoften chaotic environment. Candidates must possess excellent communication and organizational skills and be willing to work variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends and frequent 24 hour shifts on call. Some overnight travel required,

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I feel so good today! Been smiling all afternoon. I remembered from the past 2 years that January is when my daughter's school provides parents the progress reports of their kids. We just got my youngest daughter's progress report, she is in preschool and is age-ok for kindergarten already, I mean would be age-ok by the Fall semester. Here in California, most schools allow children to go to

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I saw this on a blog called, "The World According to Manang" --- like her, I am troubled by the thought of my girls going on dates when that time comes. I'm pretty sure their Dad is more than troubled... there probably isn't even a term yet to describe how he feels, just even thinking about it. The legal side of me convinced me then to have this written up now, so that when "that time" comes

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http://www.ironstonevineyards.com/

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I have mentioned in the past how "OC" my daughter is turning to be... she's so hollywood at times and too often she just wants everything to be "perfect". She wants her placemat fixed, meaning, facing her and in a straight line. She needs to have a matching pair of utensils. Don't ever try calming her when her water drips and gets her wet, she'll say, "the water spilled Mommy!!!" (like it

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I'm a happy girl, I got this for my birthday last year! Kate Spade, london kieran --- it just goes well with anything!First time I used it, we went to Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, California. It's a new winery-castle in the Napa Valley by the acclaimed V. Sattui family. They have really good wines too, made in the true French tradition. I've only used it a couple times, it's winter and it's

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Any advise where I can find this on sale?

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Was shopping for my sis-in-law's gift on the weekend... came across this at the Loft (Ann Taylor), couldn't resist such a good deal! Sorry girls but it's not even available online anymore. High price --- $179, good deal --- $41 +tax!Happy new year, I should say!!!

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Things I want soon ....

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Thought I'd share a reading I had.... it's good to be reminded at times!By Ginger PlowmanDo you find yourself threatening, repeating your instructions, or raising your voice in an attempt to get your children to obey? Are you frustrated because nothing seems to work? It could be that faulty child-training methods have snared your line of thinking. A quick bribe or mild threat looks appealing to

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A-e-l-y? A-i-l-l-y? A-l-e-e? "Mom, how do I spell "Ai-lee's" name?" "Mom, do you know it's her birthday tomorrow? ""Ailee is my friend, her hair is like mine, her clothes are like mine, the only thing different is our face." My 4 year old has lots of stories about her friend Ailee. Everyday. Ailee likes this, Ailee likes that, they played this, they played that. One day, her dad asked is she

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A perfect example to prove my earlier blog.My eldest daughter is 5. She started kindergarten in September. Fast forward 8 weeks, she's now in 1st grade!Yes, my daughter got promoted to first grade after 8 weeks in kindergarten. Proud parents we are so give me the chance to just be proud.

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Just to let you all in, my little girl who started preschool.... it's been almost 5 months now. Yes, she never did cry and never does when we leave her at school. She loves going to school apparently. Her teachers say she has a very strong personality. She knows what she wants to do, and does it.If she doesn't like to do something, she really doesn't do it. They love that she's sociable and loves

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1. What bill do you hate paying the most? newspaper subscription, i read the news on the internet, I don't even know why we continue to subscribe to paper 2. Where's the best place to eat a romantic dinner? Napa Valley 3. Last time you puked from drinking? Too long ago to remember, but since I'm not so old yet... Subic, circa 19994. Have you ever gotten drunk and danced on a bar?Oh dear, no5.

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it's difficult losing our moms. i believe that time will pass, wounds will heal, but the sadness will always be there. it's their presence that we will miss forever and the feeling of pain will always be there. we know that they are in a happier place free of pain, but it's our pain, us who are left here that makes us cry.

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My little princess finally started preschool. We decided it would be the perfect time for her, it's summer session, so they have both work and play at the same time. She'll be acclaimated slowly into the academic world and not be in-shock. She went for her first day last week, and guess what... she didn't cry! I said, ok, that's great, her sister didn't really cry on her first day. Big sister

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There was a story of 3 men who were tired of the having the same fare for lunch each and everyday. They all said that if they got the same meal for lunch the next day, they would jump off the building they were working on. The next day, one by one they opened their lunch and each of them found the same kind of meal from yesterday. Yes, they all jumped off the building and died. During their

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Read this from Dinesh D'SouzaWe are in an age of self-esteem, which is why only firstborns should read this article. It reports on new research that has found that the oldest child tends to be the smartest one in the family. Years ago psychologist Frank Sulloway published a book on this politically incorrect subject, and the latest studies corroborate his research.In a way we are surprised to

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Yesterday, as I was listening to the radio, a comment was made that people should start concentrating and working on their "people relationships" rather than spending a lot of their time on "achievements"...Made me think though... I have a wonderful husband, 2 lovely kids, a loving family all-together, reliable and time-tested friends, I guess I've done a lot on people relationships. I'm pretty

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I read this article from Wonder Time --- how timely, I'm beginning to experience the Whining Years and I really like Dr Crowder's recommendation. I'll try this at home and see how it goes...Your child winds up from a whimper, to a plea, to a whine — the sound surest to make a parent crack. A psychologist, a day care provider, and a mother offer a guided tour of the whine country.Carolyn Crowder,

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Days 1 & 2 --- No meat, no dairy (thank you Soy, I lasted today), lots of juice, fruits and vegetables, 1 qt of distilled water, detox/cleanse/fiber capsules (morning and evening)Days 3, 4 & 5 --- start lemon juice mixture (1 1/2 cups lemon juice, 1/3 - 1/2 cup maple syrup (grade B at Trader Joe's is the best for me, no solid foods (unless you feel really bad and nauseous or have a terrible

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I decided that if I was meaning to change something in my life, the only person who can actually make that change would be no other but --- ME.I've been telling myself that I would change my eating habits and go back to what I've actually started in 1998. Well, almost 10 years now and when I moved to the US in 1999, a year after and I was back to eating the not-so-good for me stuff. For at least

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At least we'll have something in common....

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I have found the bag, my Kate Spade bag... Hudson Street Francis in tobacco ... when will you find me??????

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My little daughter has always been meticulous about different things. She's the one who would notice that her placemat's turned around, or her shoes or flip-flops are on the wrong side of her feet, or that her footwear were not next to each other where she's left them... she'll always make sure that her socks would be the same color as her shirt or skirt/pants, she's gotta have all her

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I've always stood by my belief that the Filipino is an invaluable race. We are God-fearing, loving people who care about our family, our environment and our children's future. The following inspires me as I rear my children towards the future --- I hope that when they are at my age, their concept of being Filipino would be one like that of Mr. Meloto's. Tony Meloto, the visionary and driving

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The company I work at support fundraising drives for the American Cancer Society. An annual fundraising that I've been participating in is Daffodil Days --- "Give hope. Give daffodils." Several times my daughter had telephoned to say, "Mother, you must come to see the daffodils before they are over." I wanted to go, but it was a two-hour drive from Laguna to Lake Arrowhead "I will come next

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since my mom passed, everything's just been kind of plaini don't even know if i've gone through the grieving stageor am i just entering intomore and more i feel her absence whenever certain things happen around meshe used to be my punching bag of sorts...whenever i've had some disagreements with my other halfi'd call her, even just to let out steami'd chat with her, if only to migrate my mind

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Today’s not a very good dayI haphazardly sent out a confidential emailWithout password protecting itMy mind’s a blurI keep jumping from one topic to the otherMaybe I should just go homeMy mind is at a shallow stageI can’t seem to analyze anythingEverything I do, all seems to be half-bakedMaybe, I should just go homeBut I can’tI guess this is what happensWhen you don’t put closureTo things that

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A Balancing Act columns, featuring interviews with mothers with high-profile careers, is a good read all around. This piece of advice from Gloria Feldt:Share your work with your kids daily as a gift to them. Let them be part of it because it is part of you and who you are, and kids want to know that.

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It's a Monday so don't blame me. I ended up answering tickle.com's IQ test and here's what I found out:You scored 127 on Tickle's IQ test. This means that based on your answers, your IQ score is between117 and 127. Most people's IQs are between 70 and 130Because of the way you process information, these are just some of the many careers in which you could excel:PublicistTranslatorGraphic

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A glimpse of Mommy’s last days with her family in the US ---It was early 2005, at the tail end of our 2 month vacation in the Philippines, when my Mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. A few days after returning to the US, I found myself on a plane heading back to Manila for my Mom’s surgery. The successful operation was followed with alternative and homeopathic therapies instead of chemotherapy

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MESSAGE FOR MOMMYJanuary 19, 2007As we lay Mommy’s body to its final rest, I would like to go back and remember exactly what I have learned from Mommy’s life here on earth. Her legacy, I should say. Her life, has been pictured by all the stories we’ve heard today, of how she’s affected the lives of the people around her, and through how each one of us who had the chance to know her have seen her

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This year definitely went by so fast! My eldest turned older this year about the same month we moved in to our new home. My kids were so excited as we painted their room with their favorite colors course! They had a hand in decorating their room (Mommy hesitantly obliged) so it’s filled with bears and books and pillows and toys and etc etc etc. It took us about 6 months to empty our boxes and

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Nais kong maihip ng hanging walang patutung'hanParang ibong wala ring hangarin kundi ang lumipad nang lumipadNais kong lumipadNais ko ring maagos ng alon saan man mapadpadKahit na isdang mumuntiin, hangari'y lumangoy nang lumangoyNais kong lumangoyNais kong malibot ang mundo sa kanyang kasuluk-sulukanNais kong makita ang paligid kong puno ng kagandahanNais kong makadama ng kakaibang damdamin

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I'm disoriented. Totally excited. Getting sentimental. Nearing nervousness. Happy as can be. All my emotions are jumbled as you can see. Well, maybe you really can't see. It's all been inside me. Inside me that's why others might find me disoriented at times. Yes, I've been excited, sentimental, nervous and happy all at the same time! My parents are coming, that's probably why. Come to think of

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The legendary French luxury goods house began as a saddle maker in Paris in 1880 under the name of Hermes–Freres. By the 1920s Hermes had the patent for the zipper in France, and introduced the first ladies bags with zip closures. The company expanded into riding gloves, belts, and men and women's sportswear, and designed the now famous travel trunks to meet needs of the new automobile drivers.

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I still think it's little bit of practicality lurking behind the love of fancy handbags, but even when I know how many really fantastic handbags there are for this season - and in general - it's nice to have at least one classic, everyday shoulderbag. Kate Spade's Siena Medium Serena fits the bill nicely, with classic lines, comfortable shoulder strap and a structured, reinforced bottom that

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I recently went to New York City --- the purpose, my good friend from college and law school was getting married! Finally! Finally goes for my friend who is "finally" settling down. And, "finally" for me, as this was my first ever trip to the Big Apple! I really was going to go with my hubby, but our plans were overcome by events so I went on this trip by myself. So, my adventure went... Denver -

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Thanks to another blogger Wifely Steps (http://toni.marikit.net/), I would be able to share part of myself through this...try it, I'm sure you'll enjoy too.How do you like your eggs? "Ginulo" you achieve this by dropping the egg (yolk and white) into a heated pan then instead of making a sunny side up, beat the yolk and the white until both are cooked. Sarap with banana ketchup(Mafran to be exact

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Since I am about to celebrate my __ th birthday 34 days from now... let's recollect...I just saw this 150-List from another blogger and I copied it here. Those that I've done are in bold characters.01. Bought everyone in the bar a drink02. Swam with wild dolphins03. Climbed a mountain04. Taken a BMW for a test drive05. Been inside the Great Pyramid06. Held a tarantula07. Taken a candlelit bath

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What is this that I've been so busy that I haven't been able to blog? Well, for one, we decided as a family to better in our schedules. We want to get up early in the morning so we can avoid the morning "rush". Rush would mean, rushing to get up, rushing to prepare baon, rushing to take a bath, rushing to eat, rushing to get out of the house... the effect, STRESS and ACID REFLUX! Yes, I have

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It's lunch time and I wanted to relax, thanks to another blog, it gave me an idea... or ideas...1. My uncle once: told me never to stutter when I'm on the microphone (yes I used to host all our family's parties, birthdays, weddings etc etc2. Never in my life: have i tried drugs3. When I was five: i accompanied my teenage cousin to Makati (I told her how to get to where we were going)4. High

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Today, I had mixed feelings as a Mom.My kids love taking a bath, be it morning, noon or night. They know that Mommy loves to let them play in the tub for more reasons than one. One, its really a "together-time" for the 2. This is one place where they started to play together, they learned to take turns with their bath toys, their bath pails, and recently, they've been playing Mommy to each other

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It's finally Friday and I was just asked, "Are you ready for the weekend?" My response: "Oh yeah, the minute I put on my Friday dress-down outfit, I am all-ready for my weekend!" And who wouldn't be? Fridays are so-called the "end of the week", I guess moreso for people like us who work M-F, 8 hour days (when you're exempt that really doesn't apply, right?). Days can be long when you're at work,

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After 2 years of being a stay-at-home mom, we decided that I should go on with my career. At that time, I thought, "Will I be a good mom to my 2 toddlers despite the fact that I would not be at their beckon call anymore?" Well, really, it was more like, I needed to go back to work already! More than just for financial reasons of course. But you know, if you're living in the US, yes, you can enjoy

Un-jaded Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16318464135024616983noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27388844.post-1146638171270562852006-05-02T23:24:00.000-07:002006-11-14T16:12:01.901-08:00

Yesterday, after work, I felt a very uncomfortable pain in my stomach. I've had acid reflux in the past but this was so much different. My husband and I had to do some errands before going home so I just tried to rest in the car. However, the pain just kept growing and growing. I thought, "as soon as I get home, this will be more manageable as I can change clothes, lay in bed and sleep." Hoping

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