Johnsons "Let us Share the softness"

I am so happy to receive my gift packs. They are really cute and the smell is really great. Thank you again J&J.

Are you a Twilight Saga "New Moon" fanatic?

Last Saturday we went to SM Naga City to watch the much awaited movie of the year, "The Twilight Saga, - New Moon" of first time novelist Stephenie Meyer, starring Bella (Kristen Stewart), Edward (Robert Pattinson) and the ooh so tempting comeback of Jacob (Taylor Lautner). We originally plan to watch at 2:30 but we were so sleepy that we opted to have a nap first and when we arrive at around six o'clock the ticket line was jam packed and we decided to take the last full show and eat our dinner first at Gerry's Grill. The cinema was a standing room and we were not lucky to get a better seat, so we just sit on the stairs which gives me back pains but later on somebody went out and we were able to seat and enjoy the movie more.

Honestly, i have read the story already up to it's end but still. I can't wait to watch it in the big screen. Stephenie Meyer was a brilliant writer and just for once, we can all forget our problems and fall in love with each and every one's character. If you will read her biography, you can really say that big things come from humble beginning.

Twilight is really a great success not just in our country but all over the world. Half of the town and all over the net is talking about the complicated love story of Bella and Edward and everybody is trying to grab some Twilight things as a keepsake.

I have seen this limited edition Twilight - New Moon Mentos pack at SM and having no second thought, I immediately grab it and put in our grocery cart. This small mementos is a good keepsake for this wonderful movie that all kinds of ages, men and women learned to love.

P.S.

I will be waiting for a DVD release and will surely grab my own copy. LOL!

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Closer to Confidence "Wrigley's Gift Pack"

I have many things that is supposed to be written this week but because I am on duty at work this week, i get really tired after office hours and was not able to do so. I already received yesterday my most awaited gift pack, we were all excited at work and guess what, it was an early Christmas for all of my office mate, I do look like Mrs. Santa Claus distributing Wrigley's Doublemint to everyone.

Actually, i am not expecting this any more because I received the phone call ten days after the last day of submission of the p

romo. It so happen that they have been contacting me since October, (my entry was posted first week of October) that is why i am really thankful for them not giving up on me. (I am so busy at work that i was not able to get their call, it's either i am in the Court room or I am busy roaming around, LOL "no, just kidding").

Overall Feedback:

My office mates says that the mint is really good, it leaves a feeling of a wonderful fresh breath and it would really boost your confidence to talk for hours and hours and not worrying that you had a bad breath. Try this new Wrigley's Doublemint for you to experience a new level of fresh breath.

Mellow Yellow Monday #4

Late posting because my internet connection last night is really annoying but still I want to share this picture of mine with our little Chi-chi (dog). It's better late than never. Happy Mellow Yellow Monday, oooooooops, it's already Tuesday.

Christmas Wishlist

Christmas is getting nearer. We are getting ready for buying gifts for our love ones, friends and relatives. But how about you, have you asked yourself what you want for Christmas this year, even it's simple or big, there is no harm in sharing it. If Santa Claus is true and he will grant your wish, what do you think it could be?

Come and join me, add your wish list and let us all cross our fingers for our wishes to come true! Don't forget to add the logo and link back your wishes here. Thank you so much.

Melandria's Wish List

A. A brand new laptop for my office.

B. Oven for baking

C. Books of John Le Carre; Call for Dead (1962) A Murder of Quality (1962)(I wish someone could give this to me, (LOL) I have been searching for this to complete my collection. ) It's really tempting to buy this online but the shipping really cost too much)

What's yours?

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Photo Hunt # 4 - Birds

PhotoHunt

It's Saturday once more. I don't want to miss this beautiful meme. So before doing the hectic activities of this day, i would like to share with you a photograph on our wedding day.



Few facts about Doves ;

Doves mate for life and to show a willingness to work hard together. Both doves work together to build a nest. Next, when the mother lays the eggs, both the father and mother keep them warm. When the young chicks are born, both doves actively care for and tend to the new family members.


Doves are also the symbol of love, loyalty, fidelity and honesty. The key factors for a successful marriage.

Random Dozen #3

1. If you could master one sport, what would it be? Soccer, hopefully.

2. When you make a major purchase, do you go with your gut instinct, or do you do research to make an informed decision? Sometimes, i do research to know the real benefits of the products.

3. There is an old kids' game that says you can find out what your movie star name would be by using your middle name as your first name and the name of the street you grew up on as your last. What is your movie star name? , Rosaura San Andres (what a name, i look like a latina actress, what do you think will i succeed or can i get a dramatic actress award?)

4. Would you rather give up your favorite music or your favorite food? I always love eating, maybe i can give up my fave music but not my favorite food, a big NO. NO.

5. There are two types of banana preferences. One is pristine yellow, almost to the point of being green; the other is spotty and more ripe. Which is your preference? I really don't know the hidden meaning of this but i would prefer eating the spotty and more ripe.

6. Your favorite tree is? Narra tree because it is sturdy and strong and surpassed the test of time.

7. On a scale of 1-10, how tech savvy are you? I can say i am on the lower side of 4. I am not that knowledgeable but i can easily learn if you will just instruct and lead me.

8. Has H1N1 touched your family? Hopefully no and I pray that it will stop soon.

9. Are you an analytical person, or do you just accept things the way they are without questioning or scrutinizing? I am not that type who will easily say yes to everything. I am really stubborn and someone who has so many question about anything and everything but if it is God's will i will not even dare question it.

10. Is your personality more like that of a dog, cat, or Koala? I can be gentle as a Koala, i am not much of a cat also, maybe i have small traits like a dog, sweet, friendly, loyal and cuddable but can be totally fierce and strong.

11. Do you keep in touch with friends you made years ago? Yes, i always wanted to reminisce good times.

12. You are checking out at a grocery store. In the express lane, there are more people than the regular lanes, but of course, their load is less than those in the regular lanes. Which lane do you choose (assuming you qualify for the express lane) and why? I usually goes to the shortest line, it maybe the express or the regular lanes. Although I have a long patience but when it comes to waiting in line i easily get bored.

Nice Random Dozen Day!

Mommy Moments #2 Yummy

I am sorry for the picture. I am looking for a better one but i found out that we don't have any pictures of Peachy eating something delicious or yummy but let me share to you a little facts about her eating habits. She loves to eat anything now, whatever food she see, she will eventually put it in her mouth but before this happen, i have many days and nights praying that she will eventually eat rice. I almost remember a time that i am reaching out to other moms, seeking answers, learning their tricks and even asking my pediatrician what should i do for my little Peachy to eat rice but now I am the one whose trying to control her eating because of her bulging stomach. (LOL)

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Girls Talk # 4 - Fave pastime

Before I used to read a lot of novels, my favorite authors were John Le Carre, John Lescroart, Barbara Taylor-Bradford, Tom Clancy, John Grisham and Taylor Caldwell to name the few. But my hubby was not much of a reader and he will always told me to do other things than reading. That is where i found myself browsing the net and what supposed to be just for pastime becomes totally addicting.

But still once in a while, i still continue my scrap booking. I also love cooking and eating. (As in eat, LOL)

It's really late. There are many things that i also wanted to say but i am too sleepy and tired. Maybe tomorrow, i would like to share with you different things about me.

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Wordless Wednesday- I Love YOu

"Don't go for looks, they can deceive. Don't go for wealth, in the end it fades away. Go for someone who makes you smile because it takes only a smile to make a dark day seem bright."

My very first tag and award.

When I read about this in my e-mail account, I got totally excited and can't wait myself to grab it. Thank you so much Sis Bambie for this wonderful award.

Do you remember the feeling of a little child eating her first ice cream, that is what i am feeling right now. So excited, full of hope and dazzling with pride. I am dying and waiting for this moment that another online friend would tag and give an award to me. Thank you so much again Mommy Bambie. I will always treasure this. (ma-drama ako, he he he)

Do you think you're hot?

Honestly, There is no time in my life that i felt and think that i am hot. Because i am so skinny in my early teens.

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Why do you love this picture?

I do love this picture because it always reminds me that I can also achieve the things that I only dream and I can prove to everybody that despite many procrastination, I can be victorious.

This picture was taken when i joined and won the Ms. Commerce.

When was the last time you ate pizza?

Last October 31, at Shakeys, when we attended Peachy's Trick or Treat.

What was the latest song you've heard?

At the Beginning. I am listening to it right now.

What are you doing while working on this game?

Playing my fave games, (farming at farmtown , yoville and opening my resto.)

What is your favorite nickname?

Everyone calls me Ria, but i would be happy if you will call me Leiriel (I just want that name, i even don't know why) (Weird ko)

What kind of person are you?

Really, i am stubborn but with a soft heart. Easy to laugh and cry, rock but demure by heart.

What is your favorite song?

Love song, rnb, soul, sometime rock and sentimental.

What is your favorite food?

I love eating and cooking. One of my favorite food to cook is kare-kare and pasta, (any kind of pasta).

What is the most stressful thing to you?

There is still this one thing that gives me fear so much but i am trying to cope and deal with it. I am hoping that it will be gone soon because it always gives me butterfly stomach and palpitation.

Men

tion the 3 must-have items in your purse.

Cellphone, novena booklet, lipstick. ( i always love lipsticks.)

What is your favorite color/s?

Green and yellow.

What is your not full-filled-yet dream?

I have already found my happiness. Maybe God will give me good health.

What is your favorite city to stay?

I love to go to Italy, (because i love pasta, he he he and of course i will always go back to the place where i found my happiness) (My native land)

My first Award

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?
Blogthings: Free Quizzes for Everyone

You Are a Mediator

You understand people well and are a natural born therapist. A peacemaker, people always seem to get along when you are around. You tend to be a father or mother figure to friends, even to those older than you. You enjoy your role, and you find that you are close to many people. Your strength: Your devotion Your weakness: Reliance on others for happiness Your power color: Lilac Your power symbol: Heart Your power month: June

( "What I know, hubby is the one who works in the Philippine Mediation Center. LOL)

Thanks again Mommy Bambie of Labambita.com

Now, it's my turn to pass this tag to ...........................

Crayon's and Pencil's.info, My life's perception and inspiration, utotmopink , Obstacles and Glory, It's my Party, Her and History, Bits and Pieces of my Life, topics on Earth,Utotmopink, the Mommy Journey, (back to Kizuna), Mariuca,Modern Mom, Nishas world and Baby Alisha, january scraps of life, I am a princess... all girls are, Girls Rule

and to all in my blog friends. If you want to grab this award, just tell me so that i can visit you and please link it to my blog. Many thanks!

Music Monday # 2 " At the Beginning"

I love this song very much. It was very touching and moving. So, when we get married, i made sure that this song will be my opening song.(with matching emote). Hope you like it.

Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.





PS: Because of spamming purposes, the linky will be closed on Thursday of each week at midnight, Malaysian Time. Thank you!

Operation Smile

Happy Birthday! Even though we barely know each other, because your special to everyone. I would like to greet you a wonderful Birthday and a bag full of wishes of happiness and love.

Victorious Day

It's another momentous event for all Filipino. Manny Pacquio or " Pacman" as we called him won another title by knocking down opponent Cotto twice.

A real victory from the pride of the Philippines.

Image from espn.go.com.

Mellow Yellow Monday #3

What's the best way to share a childhood memory with your child?

Think, think, think? (that's the tag line Disney's Winnie the Pooh is using to catch children attention, and it surely do help, because our Little Peachy is really loving them. No day was complete without watching her favorite show. She enjoy singing along and playing with them. She will always tell mommy, "My, think, think, think". So, for this Mellow Yellow Monday, i would like to share with you our Favorite Winnie the Pooh, with Pooh, learning will be always fun and exciting.

Have a wonderful days ahead of you. To view more Mellow Yellow Monday, visit their site.

Christmas Rush

It's exactly 40 days before Christmas, i know that you are already in the process of thinking of buying Christmas decors, gifts or attending different Holiday Activities. It's really very exhilarating for us Moms to be the family's head merry-maker, organizing shoppings, parties and more probably travelling. So, as early as now, we need to do a list on how to possibly control this month's most stressful aspects, our money and time.

Manage your budget:

Holiday season is the time that we really get to spend our hard earned money, buying gifts for our family, friends and godchildren, "ina-anaks". One way not to over spend is by analyzing your previous spending habits, so that your in a better capacity to control them in advance. One way to say money and have more fun is to revising your gift list, it can give you more savings and less work also. For example, if you have been giving presents among adults, why not forgo them now instead give gifts only to kids. You can either give adults personalized cards you have specially made for them. They may be sad for a while for not receiving any gifts from you but seeing your effort to give them a personalized card or gift could be much meaningful.

Instead of buying new decors for your Christmas trees, why not go for your old ones and reinvent them to make a new decor.

Before doing your Holiday Shopping, make a list so as to avoid overspending.

Budget your time:

Organizing our time can be just as tough as handling our money. With so many extra events and Holiday demands, it can be hard to find time to enjoy this special season. One way to get a grip of everything is to create a calendar to fill in with your holiday events , for you and and your family. In this method, you will not forget those special events. Ask your kids to help you in the decoration of the house, you will not get tired and you will be having wonderful time with them.

Hope this help.

Scenic Sunday # 2 "Bat Island"

It's Sunday again, before we end this beautiful week, i would like to share to you this beautiful picture of an island. It was called "Bat Island", have you heard of it? This island can be found at Honda Bay in the city of Puerto Princesa, Palawan. It was called "Bat Island" because of the large fruit bats coming out of their homes right before sundown to take their evening feeds.

Till next Scenic Sunday.

Photo Hunt "Music"

PhotoHunt

It's Saturday once again and another day to hunt beautiful pictures on our memory folders. For this week's Music theme is all about Peachy's favorite past time, singing. She really loves singing and dancing too, maybe most children really do.

Happy Hunting, till next week.

Mommy Moments #1 Sporty Day

I should have made an entry last week but due to some other reasons, i was not able to do so but now here's my entry for this week Mommy Moments.

As of the moment, our dear Peachy has no interest in the real sports but her daddy wants to enroll her in an aikido and swimming class just like him. I know that this picture might not be consider as a sport but for a little energetic child just like our Peachy, this is her favorite thing to do, ride on the hamper and pretending that it was a car with matching sounds, brooooooomm,

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Random Dozen #2

1. What was the last song you listened to? The last song i have listened to was "Danced with my father again and it made me cried again.

2. Have you ever had “buyer’s remorse” over anything? Sometimes i had that feeling and i do feel bad about it.
3. What is something in your life

that you are thankful for now that you didn’t think you would be at the time of the event? (Something that seemed ill-timed, inconvenient or hurtful which turned out to be a good thing) The time i have lost my second unborn child, i felt really depressed because i have lost two already but later on i accepted the fact that it was not really meant to be.

4. Do you watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade every year? If so, do you have a favorite float or balloon? We were not that lucky to be able

to watch a beautiful parade like this but we also have our own parades and it was quite beautiful also.
5. Share a quote, scripture, poem or lyric which has been an inspiration to you lately. "Give thanks with a grateful heart,give thanks"

6. This is meant to be a fun question, and this is a G-rated blog, but please share a “guilty pleasure,” something that you enjoy that’s probably not the most edifying, time-worthy or healthy thing you could be indulging in. Did I mention this blog is rated G? " G

etting hooked at Facebook, it is really time consuming but totally satisfying.

7. What Thanksgiving food are you looking forward to? Of course the turkey. (delicious)

8. What is your favorite book to read to children, or what was your favorite childhood book? We do love The tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter.

9. Do you collect anything? (Feel free to post a photo.)

I love collecting. Here are some of my collection, hope you will like it.

Some of my collections of old coins.

My favorite Novels.

My collection of Magazines and Peachy's Books

10. Gift bags or wrapping paper? I do like gifts wrapped in a beautiful and nice gift wrapping paper because there is always that personalized touch.

11. Share an after-school memory from when you were younger. What was your routine like on an average day? Before my whole life evolves on the school and at home, i rarely had a chance to go out but i can remember that when i was in grade school, I would take a chance to slip way and go to the public library near our school and that makes my grand mother very angry.

12.True story: Once, in a job interview, I was asked this question and told there would be no clarifying; I simply had to answer the question: “When you’re fishing, do you feel for the fish?” So what about you? Do you feel for the fish??

Somehow you need to feel the fish and grasp it in your hand. You also need a better net to equip you in the day's ahead of you.

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