tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6121985584950060712024-03-13T19:59:26.241-07:00Eona's deskI'm a full-time mommy to an adorable girl. I love to take pictures and journal life's every precious moments.Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.comBlogger115125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-2994611660173521632021-01-13T11:44:00.002-08:002021-01-13T11:45:34.586-08:00Gratefulness in 2020First, I would like to greet you all a Happy New Year! It has been a rough 2020 for everyone around the globe going through this unimaginable pandemic. To me, it was more than the pandemic. For those who know me would know what I have gone through and still going through. It is tough, life is not easy, but here I am and my family, we're okay and will be okay as long as we are together. No matter how hard the year has been, I can still say that I am grateful for a million things. Looking at the bright side of things is how we see hope for the future or how we are able to move on. So instead of pondering all the heartaches and dilemmas my family and I went through, I would like to make a list of things that I am grateful for that happened in 2020 (I know I said a million things but let's limit that to ten because that's how much photos I can do in a post on IG):<div><br />1. January.. see before the pandemic, my husband and I were able to do a couple of trips. On the first month of the year, we went on an epic trip to India. I would say one of the most memorable I have been and yes, grateful for that opportunity to travel first class as it is a very looong flight. </div><div><br /></div><div><br />2. After our India trip, this friend of mine that introduced me to Jon when we were in college, who now lives in Australia, visited California. My husband arranged our stop on our way home to New Jersey to be LA so that we could meet up with our special friend, our "bridge", Maureen. Last time we saw each other was maybe 22 years ago. Always great to see and catch up with old friends.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />3. In February, Jon and I went on a cruise! Valentine's day to be exact. It's also not a "normal" Caribbean cruise but went cruising with the band Train and other stars. We took the ship from Florida and I must say that my husband is truly good at planning our trips so before we got on the boat, we spent a couple of days in Miami and we also visited Everglades (which I am quite sure I posted many years ago that my bucket list is mostly National Parks).</div><div><br /></div><div><br />4. Quarantine, lockdown... whatever you call it, there is always the downside and upside and I am only talking of the upside. There is this saying "be careful what you wish for" and dang I got it! My husband is not a homebody. Every long breaks in school, he plans trips, road trips, whatever just to go somewhere. Even on weekends, we rarely stay at home. I appreciate it but sometimes I honestly get tired (and the kids too). Before 2019 ended, he asked the kids and I where we want to go for 2020 and I was like, "I want to say home and do some house improvement or not even improvement but fix things that needs fixing. So the January and February trips we did were supposed to really be "that's it" for 2020 but knowing him, if this pandemic did not happen, we would be out for Spring break, Winter break... what have you. To make the long story short, I had the opportunity to enjoy the house and our yard.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />5. My parents live just about 15 miles away and I am lucky to have them close by. Again, there's a bad and good side... wink! In all honesty and not being biased because they are my parents but they are the best. They are always there for me more than I am to them. I cannot say enough how blessed I am to have them. May God always bless and keep them.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />6. My kids... oh yes! They could be chaotic, silly, and hardheaded but they bring the joy and love in this household. (Sshh... they cannot read this or they would keep being silly gooseys.) </div><div><br /></div><div><br />7. Aside from being able to enjoy my home during pandemic, this was also a great chance to appreciate and enjoy each other's presence. More cuddling, more conversations, more being present for the family. There are days when my "almost teenager" would rather spend time chatting with her friends but it's ok. This pandemic would probably still be on for a few more months as vaccine is only starting so letting them FaceTime their friends sometimes is allowed.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />8. I am grateful for all of God's provisions: food, water, shelter, clothings. We honestly have more than what we need and I am truly thankful that my husband still has a job to sustain our needs (and again, more). This alone, when I am not feeling happy, I just think of the water and food would already lift me up because we all know a lot of people suffering out there especially in third world countries such as the Philippines, where I came from.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />9. I thank God for my siblings, relatives, and friends' support. I am very lucky to have a lot of good friends and my family, they are the best. I cannot stress that enough. If I fall, I know there's someone to catch me. Not that I would let myself fall just because I feel secure that way though... but yes, I have good support system here.<br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">10. My husband of course, we don't agree a lot of times and we also love each other more than our disagreements. We are partners and we depend on each other. Without him, the me now would be different, my life would be different, I won't have these beautiful babies... I feel blessed to be in quarantine with my husband. No one I would rather do this life with.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">January 13, 2021... this has been on my draft since January 6th. I planned to post a photos alongside my list but it is obviously taking me forever to do that so I am just going ahead and publish this. </p><p style="text-align: left;">So much has happened the past days... more heartbreaking news. I am not into politics but what has been happening is not simply politics but how humanity has turned to be. Well that would be another story (if I ever feel like talking about this in here). This particular post is supposed to be happy, grateful, positive... </p><p style="text-align: left;">Happy New Year, Friends! ♡</p></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-28585667637796537812019-09-10T09:28:00.000-07:002019-09-10T09:28:01.955-07:00Quiet<div style="text-align: justify;">
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There really isn't any quiet time but inside me has been quiet. I am not sure how to explain it but physically I am moving around, full of energy but my heart, brain, my emotion... it's been still, quiet, not moving. I feel like I am in the middle of a chaos and bit by bit, slowly, everything is fading. I don't feel like it's a negative or positive feeling inside of me. It's not like I feel depression or anything like that. It just feels it is what it is or maybe I don't have the energy to analyze it too. I don't even feel like talking to anyone, I don't long for anyone. </div>
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But I have this brief moment (while waiting for my baby to nap) to post here and this is giving me an opportunity to somehow express this weird quietness I am going through. Well like I said, it's not depression (I believe). I'm not sad or unhappy about something. Maybe I'm just tired of feeling and thinking? Maybe this is a good thing- to rest your thoughts and emotion? Maybe quiet is good after all.</div>
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P.S. Excuse this post. Just writing as I think. I don't care about grammar, spelling, and punctuation right now. Thanks.</div>
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<br />Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-73875403878803359482019-05-06T17:38:00.001-07:002019-05-06T17:38:19.869-07:00Surprise!Surprising myself, that is. As I am very much aware that I have no followers. HA!<br />
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Anyhow, my 11 year old kid reminded me that I have not posted anything in years! Life is busy, tough, and beautiful. Promise, I have not been gone for nothing but giving my children full attention. Three girls, five years apart in between... go figure. They each all have totally different needs but one thing in common- they all need ME! If I can pick a special super hero power, it would be being able to multiply myself for each person in the house (yes, that includes the mister too because I cater to him as well.).<br />
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I am turning 44 in a week. It's my birthday month and so far so good. Been able to... YES! Post a blog! Second, I have been able to read some books. Third, garden. These are the things I enjoy doing for myself. Simple as that. Makes me happy to have some time for myself sometimes.<br />
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I am sitting here in front of my computer while waiting for the littlest one to fall asleep. In a couple of second, she'll be down. Then I have to stop this and go back downstairs to make sure the other two older ones are doing what they are supposed to. One should be done with dinner and the other shower. Ok, gotta go! Wish me luck! Otherwise, there would be screaming and I don't want to wake this baby upstairs.<br />
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Nice posting again!Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-6521556536988756642015-01-29T23:08:00.001-08:002019-05-06T17:21:45.686-07:00MotherhoodSome days are joy and some days are challenging but at the end of the day, no matter what I have been through, no matter how tired I am, no matter how painful, how scary life or the future can be, I feel blessed- at the end of the day. To have these children, to be their mommy, to be granted this job, this opportunity to raise them is such blessing. I thank God for this special gift called "motherhood" everyday. Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-5030045158887582712014-11-20T06:50:00.001-08:002014-11-20T06:50:21.300-08:00Self-caring<div style="text-align: justify;">
My girls are both a handful. My 1-1/2 year old is expected to be at her age. However, my older one (6-1/2 years old) became so dependent and changed in a lot of ways ever since her sister was born- sort of trying to get my attention all the time. You won't see it though from her relationship with her baby sister because they are truly the sweetest sisters you'll ever see. The bottom line is I have two kids that are both wants my full attention at this point in my life. </div>
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Most days I'm in my pajamas all day (unless I have errands to do) and when I finally am able to take a shower, it would be sleeping time again. I never really wear make-up or blow dry my hair and all that kind of stuff. I'm a wash and wear type of woman. However, it embarrasses me whenever I bring out my older kid to the door when her bus arrives and the driver would see me wearing my big white robe and when she's dropped off from school I'm still in it. I kind of gotten used to it since I've been doing it since I was pregnant with the second one until last week. </div>
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I made a decision a week ago that I will get out of my pajamas everyday no matter what (even though I have no plans of going somewhere else). I thought it will help me feel energized doing my tasks at home. I thought it will help me feel better, not lousy. I thought it would be helpful and positive to look at least presentable, not having the out-of-the-bed look all the time. I thought it is just the right thing to do. I know, I know... it's a no brainer. For some reason it just became a habit of mine to stay in pjs all day and being busy taking care of my girls became the excuse. Then I realized that taking care of myself a little bit also would be nice for my children because I would feel less stress and I would be yelling less when they become annoying. </div>
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So far it has been working. Plus, I get compliments from my girls like, "I like your sweater, mom." Funny, it's like they have never seen the clothes I wore this past week. Getting out of my pajama is not the only thing I need to do for myself but it is a start. Next would probably be taking time to exercise. Wish me luck!</div>
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Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-55363424462647413512014-11-12T18:34:00.002-08:002014-11-12T19:25:13.164-08:00Super duper overdue introduction...<div style="text-align: justify;">
What can I say again... I have been away and obviously this "joy" is my excuse but all is good, I have been a very busy mom. I will not get into details- you know all the stuff that happens after you deliver a child… sleepless nights, diapers, not to mention some adjustments I need to deal with my first born from being an only child for five years to suddenly being a big sister… Most days are crazy- can't sleep, can't take a shower, or (please excuse me but I am just being honest) poop. So how in the world would I have time to blog and all. Maybe, hopefully, one day, I would be able to figure that part out. I love my "little women" and all the poops that come with it. Apart from longing for a long hours of sleep, I feel totally blessed and I do not feel a need for anything else except for my kids to be happy and healthy. Again, you know all these things already so... To all you loves, I want to introduce my second, beautiful, chubby, cheeky, Baby Morgan! By the way, she is now twenty months old. Better late than never, so they say...<br>
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At 20 months, she now talks in sentences, she can count 1-10 (actually sometimes above) in four languages, she knows her colors, and alphabets. She can sing and dance. Most of all she is a joy to all. She adores her big sister and makes the whole household happy every single day.<br>
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I sometimes post updates, photos, or videos of her on <a href="http://allaboutmorgan.tumblr.com/">http://allaboutmorgan.tumblr.com</a>. Feel free to visit it.<br>
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That's Morgan!</div>
Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-52623933420220982752014-07-08T07:36:00.001-07:002014-07-08T07:36:27.154-07:00Well Hello, Me Stranger!<div style="text-align: justify;">
I know... pretty bad huh... I didn't expect that having two (and TRULY without a dedicated "me time" and "work space") would get me this far of being gone. It has been pretty tough and to be honest there are times that I wish to be in a different place. Do not get me wrong- I love my kids, they are my greatest blessings in life. BUT life is not always happy and easy. See I never wanted to post any negative vibes and that is another reason why I disappeared. Though I know that life cannot be perfect all the time, I want to have positive effects on people, be an inspiration to others. I still want to be that way but with today's (and perhaps occasionally) exception, I would like to be me as is and (with your permission) rant. It is hard for me to go into details but I am just saying that daily routines and situations have been pretty hard on me. At least it is how I feel and I just need to let it out. I guess this is another way of relieving stress or whatever this is I am going through and thank you for listening (rather, reading). So this is what ranting in social media feels like... I better publish this quickly before I change my mind...</div>
Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-78454442145381838782012-11-16T10:40:00.001-08:002012-12-08T01:50:10.661-08:00It's Good To Be Back<div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">After months of being away from this, I am happy to be back. I know I have said that I will be away for the summer (to spend most of my time with my family… outings, vacations… you know how busy we get during this time of the year…) but it turned out to be for another reason.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">On July 5th, I found out that I was pregnant! So there you go… I went through my first trimester during the most heated summer ever (at least for me). I was always nauseous, lazy, tired… just the worst feeling or situation to be in. Considering the fact that I still have to do all my mommy duties despite of it all. But now I am glad it is all over! I am now on my 24th week and feeling great! </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">There is so many things to catch up on but I am a happy pregnant woman. I am appreciating all that I have- my family, friends, and all the love I get and give. Most of all, I am excited to have this baby inside me. It has been a fun ride raising my first one and this second one excites me abundantly. I truly cannot ask for anything more.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">It is almost half past 11 and both my baby and hubby are asleep which seldom happens. After putting Madi to sleep and taking a shower, I found my husband snoring so I grabbed my laptop downstairs to get some time alone. It feels so good to sit here and finally post something- or at least just to be able to let you know that I am missing this. As we all know, when the weather is this great, we all get busy outside and that is why I have been out of touch. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">However, things have been busy but all good. Spring has just ended and now we are starting with summer. I am loving the flowers, birds, bees, butterflies… We have been visiting parks and enjoying nature. On top of everything, I am simply taking advantage of my little girl's company- I want to be with her, do many things with her, teach her, love her, get to know her more and vice versa... as she will start schooling this year. I want to prepare her and myself (wink)... I am actually missing her now (sad face)...</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">So my friends, I am sure you understand my absence in this realm and I hope that you all are having a good summer (or winter, spring, fall… wherever in the world you may be). Be happy, be good, be at peace. God bless and until I blog again (hopefully not too long from now).</span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-37508095550292835412012-05-09T10:10:00.001-07:002012-05-09T10:10:21.104-07:00Madi Loves Lola<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">"Lola" is "grandma" in our language (Filipino). My baby girl has loved my mom from the first time they met. I am not jealous to say (but proud) that she might be even fonder of Lola than me.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Well one is this new Blogger look. I feel kind of weird writing on this new format. I was happy and used to the old one- like I can write with my eyes closed and still know which button to press (wink).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">We have a new house that we've been working on a lot lately. Well we moved four months ago but it was winter time so it's only now we get to work outside (backyard and all). We're definitely happy but we cannot do away with adjustments. We have become used to living in apartments and townhouses where everything was done for us like landscaping, mowing, plowing and such. So the past couple of days, my husband and I have been working in our yard- digging, raking, cutting, and mulching. Fun doing and learning something new but truly some hard work! Oh boy, we have taken heaps of Advil the past two days!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">The major new for me is in a few days, my little girl will turn 4 (this is why I can't sleep yet now). I am excited and looking forward to new milestones in her life though. I just registered her this morning for Pre-K 4 this coming September. She'll be gone for two and a half hours five days a week. Since she was born, we have ALWAYS been together. I will not deny that there are times I feel I need a time off when she's being a pain but I am used to being with her. Now I am trying to figure out what I would do with the two hours or so that she'll be gone.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Which reminds me… after all the hard work today, I will get some pampering tomorrow at the salon. Something to look forward to and a reason to sleep now. Yeepee! xox </span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-35822381975122861462012-04-18T07:47:00.003-07:002012-04-18T07:51:34.098-07:00Heritage<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">One of my hobbies is scrapbooking. I have been doing photo journaling since 6th grade. Although I do not get to do it as much as I want to because of lack of time and sometimes money, I really wish I could do it everyday. I really really love taking pictures and writing about them.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">When I was a lot younger, I had to limit myself from taking photos because films were expensive and having them developed as well. Now that we have digital cameras, there is no limit to taking pictures anymore but then I have more responsibilities that I cannot use a lot of my time for hobbies such as scrapbooking. However, I do take a lot of pictures of my kid of course. There is no excuse for that.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">First, we stopped by at a couple of farm lands to have a picture with the mountain top area in the background. I love looking at the houses from up there and wish I live in one of those gorgeous houses or maybe farm houses.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Then we finally met our next door neighbor (to the back of our house). I am so bad with names and it irritates me that I cannot remember the name of the lady. Anyhow, she has two sons and it's nice to know that they are close to my little girl's age. For sure they would be seeing each other in school later on and be playmates.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">We walked some more and saw beautiful houses, a cow farm, and a ranch. We did not meet anymore neighbors but as we walked, people on cars passed by waving and smiling at us. I like it. It tells me that I have nice and friendly neighbors.</span></div>
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<br />Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-28549318352097004482012-04-02T13:20:00.002-07:002012-04-02T13:24:32.078-07:00Busy Bee<div style="text-align: left;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">It has been nearly two weeks since my last blog. Pardon me for being a "busy bee." I have been doing A LOT of weeding. It may not look like a big progress in photos but it is for me. The weeds don't look that many in pictures but they really are a lot and some huge kinds. So that's what has kept me away from the network and many other things. It's a painful job (physically) but it's something new for me to do and I am enjoying it. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">In the meantime, while we can't actually do planting yet, I am taking care of what we have on the ground now and enjoying the spring blossoms. I'm sure there'd be more coming out later on too.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">As you know, Madi's top 1 on her list of her favorite things is books! So off we went to the mall and listened to story time at Pottery Barn Kids and read books by ourselves at Barnes & Noble. We both love soups, brownies, and mocha frappuccino so we had all that for lunch at the Starbucks inside B&N. We are on a budget but we managed to do a little shopping with some gift cards, coupons, and a little cash we had #wink. But no matter what (under budget or not), I am a very cheap shopper and I always only go for good buys #sotrue. Since we were out on the road already, we did a couple of errands and then straight to Kumon.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Days are longer now and I was happy to be able to do some gardening when we got home. There is this tree in our backyard that sort of has expanding branches and bend all the way down to the ground (no clue as to what kind of tree it is exactly yet). I thought it might be dangerous for my little girl to be playing around that tree and getting poked so I trimmed it. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">My husband was working on the grass- fertilizing it and mowing. I tried using the mower too so I could do it in times that he might be away. Surprisingly, it was not that hard at all to mow but it was indeed my first time to do it and I did not know that I should not be wearing flip flops… So stepping on the cut and some wet grass made my feet green! Believe me, I am saying all these with delight. Touching the soil, getting all muddy and dirty make me feel like a kid.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">And oh, I planned to skip spring cleaning but was able to organize Madi's closet and bring out her spring clothes (tomorrow should be my closet). Plus, vacummed as well!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Italian Wedding soup, brownie, <br />
& mocha frap (no coffee, of course).</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Love the bird cage we bought. <br />
This is the tree I was talking about too.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Obviously, it's not a dead plant<br />
and it has a purple flower.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Twigs I cut from the tree. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Greeny Grassy Feet</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After I cleaned up the kitchen from dinner, <br />
I found her in her room. </td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-80413298890433612342012-03-19T08:26:00.001-07:002012-03-21T19:16:51.938-07:00Gardening<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Well as you know, we just moved to a new house with a good size backyard. As of now, status is just all grass and weeds. It needs a LOT of work, really. The weather has been getting nice and finally yesterday had the urge to buy a couple of plants and some gardening tools. Considering the few items we bought for a start, I must say that gardening could be a pretty expensive hobby. Well maybe it would pay off once I start <b>eating my own crops</b>, I suppose…</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">We (my husband and I) also borrowed a few books from the library about gardening to educate ourselves as we are both doing this (planting, that is.) for the first time. We thought about a lot of things we would like to do with this backyard. We thought about a badminton court, swimming pool, chicken coop, pergola… just a bunch of ideas but it is definitely not feasible to do everything (it is big but not that big…). So we think that best thing to make out of it is to plant fruits and vegetable. Well I told my husband that it's not a farm but just a backyard so I also want flowers as well, not just fruits and vegetables. As per the books, it is not advisable to plant right away so this year would only be observation on the sun spots, soil condition, and proper planning.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">However, like I said, I bought a couple of indoor plants yesterday: Yucca and Umbrella Tree. I transferred them to decorative pots, I experienced feeling the soil with my bare hands and I enjoyed it. It reminded me as a kid, when I played with the soil. I would put it in my toy cooking wares, mix it with water and pretended it was some soup or viand. I also remembered our garden (in the house I grew up in) which my grandfather tended. He had a green thumb and he just loved to garden. We had all kinds of plants and even orchids. I had a good couple of hours in the backyard since my baby was taking a nap. I tried to use the big garden scissors we also bought and cut some grass on one portion, pulled a few weeds out, a little cleaning… I was working but felt relaxed. My dad said that gardening is <b>therapeutic </b>and he is right. I feel that if I really do this, it will be <b>helpful to my well-being</b>. I also hope that this would be a hobby that my husband and I can <b>share</b> and have that <b>healthy quality time together</b>.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Umbrella Tree & Yucca</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gardening Books</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Found myself uploading The Home Depot app...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Saw this planter in the front yard while <br />
cleaning. I don't know what this is but a <br />
friend said it might be hyacinth. <br />
Would you know?</td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">It is nice and sunny again today. I shall take pictures of every corner of the yard and share it with you later plus the landscape idea we have in mind.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Have a happy day!</span></div>
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<br />Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-83311959948850605232012-03-15T09:53:00.001-07:002012-03-15T09:54:34.649-07:00Signs of Spring<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Winter has been kind this year. We have lived in apartment/townhouse type of places where everything was done for us such as plowing and mowing. It is our first time to live in a "real" house and experience doing our own garbage, fixing broken pipes and the likes. We prepared for big time snow: bought a blower, boots and all but so lucky to have not been able to use them (or yet). At least we have more time to prep our energy for the next winter season.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">The past three consecutive days were gorgeous! 70's baby! Madi had a blast playing in the backyard and wearing skirts. Here are our Instagram photos.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Floral Printed Flats</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Poser</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When she swings she likes to shout,<br />
"Best day ever!"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Signs of Spring</td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Today is looking pretty sunny too but not as warm as the past few days (Kind of chilly in the 40's). We plan to stay indoor: do our chores, homework, and think of fun crafts. Wishing you a fruitful day, lots of love and peace in your heart.</span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-31685079174466642892012-03-04T08:26:00.002-08:002012-03-15T08:33:28.742-07:00Today In NYC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today, we drove to NY to drop off my dad to the airport, JFK. We thought it was a chance to stroll around the city since we were there already. </div>
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First, we wanted to visit The Museum of Moving Image but when we got there, we thought we would just go back another time when we have all day or more time, rather. I will definitely bring Madi there soon because it is one of my favorite things in Queens.</div>
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Jon wanted to check out a store in Manhattan so off we went. I got some cheap photo adhesives for my scrapbooking from Adorama in 18th Street (which made me happy). Along that same street were a number of paper/novelty shops that I also love. I could just walk around there all day… One of my dreams is to have a novelty shop of my own. I am not a business woman so that might never be a reality but imagining myself owning and managing some kind of paper store makes me smile. </div>
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Then of course, we had to visit Books of Wonder to make the stroll worthwhile for my little girl- she loves bookstores too. To our delight, the famous skater, Kristi Yamaguchi was there for signing! (This would be Madi's third book signing.) I always have fun bringing my girl to bookstores and read her books. Having a cupcake and hot cocoa is really just secondary (wink).</div>
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We definitely miss all the yummy restaurants in China Town so we had to get dinner and buy some more to go. That roasted duck wasn't enough for me (sad face)- I want more… (burp). </div>
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It was a pretty swell day in New York today but so not happy driving every time I am there. There is just never a time a New York driver honks on me. Come on, it is Sunday, so what is the hurry? </div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Awhile back, I said that I would make it a habit to be grateful for every little good thing that comes my way each day. I forget some days but today, these are the things I am thankful for.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* for the nice people in the neighborhood. Madi and I went to the PO and every single personu inside that we have encountered were helpful and friendly. It simply made my day.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* for the yummy Korean lunch we had. Plus the additional fact that I did not have to cook;)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* for being able to color 3 heads today- dad's, Jon's, and mine:) Yeah... we all have to now... Getting old:)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* for the nice chairs my dad painted for me. I am lucky to have my dad around to help Jon and I make and fix stuff in our new home. He has really done a lot in our house since we moved. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* for being able to prepare salad for dinner. It's not easy to eat healthy for us;)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* that Madi was able to do her Kumon homework good today. There are times when we struggle for concentration but we had all that today. She initiated to do it and she did it by herself. I just had to check afterwards. So proud of her.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">* to hear from my mom and that she's feeling better now. I love my parents and I truly hope they still stay strong and healthy for a long time.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">It feels good to think about each blessings you receive each day, don't you think so? No matter how bad your day was, I am sure that there would always be at least one thing to still be happy and grateful for. Let's all make this a daily practice! God bless everyone! :)</span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-4354822591131669702012-02-17T14:18:00.000-08:002012-02-17T14:18:53.859-08:00Togetherness<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">It has been very cold here in New Jersey and I have been down with cough and cold for almost two weeks now and still busy with my normal routines at home as a mom, wife, and daughter. My Dad's been with us for sometime now helping us settle nicely in our new home. Yes, I am very lucky to have such a father.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I treasure every moment I spend with all my love ones- my family and friends. Last week, a friend from our old neighborhood in New York visited us. A mother and daughter (Jasz and Jael) just like Madi and I whom we used to have playdates with. Just like every relationship I treasure, I love this friendship we've built with this other mom and daughter team. Madi and I had a lot of fun having them with us again after a long time.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">The two girls have not seen each other for almost a year but they hit it off at once. One whole day was not even enough for them (neither for us moms). Jael wanted to sleep over (hopefully next time) and she said to her mom, "… but we're having so much fun…" It especially amused me watching them talk to each other and play. It seemed just like yesterday when they both just stayed in their strollers and sleep while Jasz and I happily chat at coffee shops.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I compiled our photos and videos last week. Plus another slideshow of photos of me and Madi a few days before. I hope you too enjoy your togetherness with the people in your lives as much as I do.</span></div>
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My little girl and I have a ritual of going to book stores, libraries, and bakeries/coffee shops at least twice a week. It has been our thing for so long (since she was even less that 1 year old). But since mid December (because we got so busy with the moving and all that), we have not had time to bond just the two of us. Most of the time, daddy's been "working from home" and we've been having grandma and grandpa over most days as well since they have been helping us settle in our new home (not that I'm complaining about that part).</div>
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Today, we finally got to spend time together again! Dad could not afford to join us while lola (grandma) & lolo (grandpa) were just still on the way to us. So we went to Barnes&Noble and Starbucks. Hung out and read a few.</div>
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I can tell that she enjoyed our short and swell time with each other and so did I:) Hopefully we can go back to our routine soon.</div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-55582976435843585032012-01-19T12:54:00.000-08:002012-01-19T20:17:23.488-08:00Home ImprovementWe moved in our new house three days before Christmas. Considering this, we still managed to put up a tree, lights on the porch, and have Christmas Eve party at home. Well of course we would not have done it without my father's help. It was mostly him who did the packing and unpacking. Then my brother and mom arrived on the 23 and we got more help with carrying of furnitures in the house and cleaning up.<br />
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After the holidays, we did more home improvements (again, with my dad's handiness) and we're still on it. Here are some photo updates…<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgssYZvEyT1Rie8Vw0HaV77hsD5VL0IOO5N22FlkzVpFXNGdCy30COxYEGywEk2LwsYK2E2g_kDp65poFf6YDxz2Pu_44XMIMRpEc4J04l1XSqPqSzaBNQ5YisNq4o_rXcMcbFzKMroyFE/s1600/6726847959_dd258bef25_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgssYZvEyT1Rie8Vw0HaV77hsD5VL0IOO5N22FlkzVpFXNGdCy30COxYEGywEk2LwsYK2E2g_kDp65poFf6YDxz2Pu_44XMIMRpEc4J04l1XSqPqSzaBNQ5YisNq4o_rXcMcbFzKMroyFE/s320/6726847959_dd258bef25_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Welcome!</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh6cSszROvysDOfTLeKW-aDWx3maMwhyYbkNb5rTo4ssiqeqZBa47vOiu3mb0hIYJRSc-jP9KqTSSzLYGeze0_RXtLPBZ_lAGlqprZFeQ92hTP_6s8r4dpSGhDgZCRqk1W_ZhuOhFC_WM/s1600/6726848981_2148026deb_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh6cSszROvysDOfTLeKW-aDWx3maMwhyYbkNb5rTo4ssiqeqZBa47vOiu3mb0hIYJRSc-jP9KqTSSzLYGeze0_RXtLPBZ_lAGlqprZFeQ92hTP_6s8r4dpSGhDgZCRqk1W_ZhuOhFC_WM/s320/6726848981_2148026deb_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Can't wait to plant outside & give<br />
the house a nice look.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVd0rngQV40_9TvIzjA_Dz2j1fFvzTerPSUQ31xVPErEAOYqRcEKakU_FOpatmWT2TJzcYGR0rb5c1_CqN6aIVlwQNu_sSNc8EezUKGCEDohDA5DOSFgHQWhiPtArpcGEXwX6NgT-Xdc/s1600/6726846655_28308bc4bb_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVd0rngQV40_9TvIzjA_Dz2j1fFvzTerPSUQ31xVPErEAOYqRcEKakU_FOpatmWT2TJzcYGR0rb5c1_CqN6aIVlwQNu_sSNc8EezUKGCEDohDA5DOSFgHQWhiPtArpcGEXwX6NgT-Xdc/s320/6726846655_28308bc4bb_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our living room needs a couple of nice chairs<br />
on the empty side, area rug, & coffee table.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL9d1-csepogWsgpoFKt59luEi-V9JZFcAyIDroo6HE3-s3i4wii1yEyXulf2gS9T2TvNbprXEr1ur3IRnyfPdvfWuaJgXSAr-SaHr7MLxMQPgpXwGZAb-Int9GkVfV8gQdcdC4uw5xPw/s1600/6727182563_a9fc132fd0_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL9d1-csepogWsgpoFKt59luEi-V9JZFcAyIDroo6HE3-s3i4wii1yEyXulf2gS9T2TvNbprXEr1ur3IRnyfPdvfWuaJgXSAr-SaHr7MLxMQPgpXwGZAb-Int9GkVfV8gQdcdC4uw5xPw/s320/6727182563_a9fc132fd0_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In search for a nice mirror to fit this<br />
foyer table.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha9UTk48IxUEjakCEBqRM9hbori_z_U1Zzvo7-m393uc7zham8r8Hk7UnpjKXZnXt4vQrJn7zZLdEh-a-h7nXXKqs1jhCv5IMXxFDuph-nPbMQz2ZI7dQu0O6DaCAx3noXT-XyudkPMoQ/s1600/6727187945_d0b21fc5cd_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha9UTk48IxUEjakCEBqRM9hbori_z_U1Zzvo7-m393uc7zham8r8Hk7UnpjKXZnXt4vQrJn7zZLdEh-a-h7nXXKqs1jhCv5IMXxFDuph-nPbMQz2ZI7dQu0O6DaCAx3noXT-XyudkPMoQ/s320/6727187945_d0b21fc5cd_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our kitchen. </td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBLRut8vXDwioTmPwMP-PseYkior7YE7WeTHVhl6KZPf1Tby4-tfVSsW9szrC3vhAq1ucHLPJCBNq2UeCaDLK81nSXW3DKhkwU5YpcPIi2Ys2bKZhnpUkAB6FI0YdGg_CZixkiVDKUBYg/s1600/6726850203_3a70cf8af2_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBLRut8vXDwioTmPwMP-PseYkior7YE7WeTHVhl6KZPf1Tby4-tfVSsW9szrC3vhAq1ucHLPJCBNq2UeCaDLK81nSXW3DKhkwU5YpcPIi2Ys2bKZhnpUkAB6FI0YdGg_CZixkiVDKUBYg/s320/6726850203_3a70cf8af2_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We turned one room on the first floor into a<br />
media room.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOGVfqAt9DUoKIOnpGyVEXC6DLIY_qmjCxlUdOibKgTRGXhrzhdKCTIt8lT0wUE02wq-PU16PDOOOxig2QGoNKrhyphenhyphentI14CUHGM-j9JQHdcLIkaTJT1rFCNAFQAliHV5atGLyNfR5wag-4/s1600/6726851227_a9db446ea4_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOGVfqAt9DUoKIOnpGyVEXC6DLIY_qmjCxlUdOibKgTRGXhrzhdKCTIt8lT0wUE02wq-PU16PDOOOxig2QGoNKrhyphenhyphentI14CUHGM-j9JQHdcLIkaTJT1rFCNAFQAliHV5atGLyNfR5wag-4/s320/6726851227_a9db446ea4_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Another side of the media room.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LZKXo2CNuCFEMtmnpQsJuM-dJhyphenhyphenCn8-dKUSEc6fEx2sADLw0SB_jl-fqbFZJZjzXQxdRCJWWQ79PnFUf9u6e2OkIgct01tR-kUWCDo5wQTBfpxehFwCJsgf7diru1cgBPItR8kswcRQ/s1600/6726844303_7bef889791_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LZKXo2CNuCFEMtmnpQsJuM-dJhyphenhyphenCn8-dKUSEc6fEx2sADLw0SB_jl-fqbFZJZjzXQxdRCJWWQ79PnFUf9u6e2OkIgct01tR-kUWCDo5wQTBfpxehFwCJsgf7diru1cgBPItR8kswcRQ/s320/6726844303_7bef889791_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The hallway upstairs.</td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipTGiNYsOaMm7w7k1vvhsAov0-0JLKK4nVmszEsahmXGfIf3f7GFqjRqlkz7MGWKZ-NrcN_mFrGB9TGCkjCqpLA1ce8z178vWJFo_KaWq6f9FJ6ED-c90jOXLBPHvtAN7x3hvOyhFET20/s1600/6727191355_3ff2297620_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipTGiNYsOaMm7w7k1vvhsAov0-0JLKK4nVmszEsahmXGfIf3f7GFqjRqlkz7MGWKZ-NrcN_mFrGB9TGCkjCqpLA1ce8z178vWJFo_KaWq6f9FJ6ED-c90jOXLBPHvtAN7x3hvOyhFET20/s320/6727191355_3ff2297620_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Patio. I could picture Jon & I getting old<br />
in this house.</td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Cm7J-DsFM3_VH_2xbda6l2kQd_nA5XrAFiqpDspPw-t4OhYcgEOEKNoq6bskYq6rfIsE2v2Ikyl1O2MT1rqKSkUiFVMAU1IgFHYEo9wAsBKdclBK5z-G1SPC0ABWGS88Q3bTO4wldwo/s1600/6727198951_cf8b63f30d_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Cm7J-DsFM3_VH_2xbda6l2kQd_nA5XrAFiqpDspPw-t4OhYcgEOEKNoq6bskYq6rfIsE2v2Ikyl1O2MT1rqKSkUiFVMAU1IgFHYEo9wAsBKdclBK5z-G1SPC0ABWGS88Q3bTO4wldwo/s320/6727198951_cf8b63f30d_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Big backyard! We got a lot of planting to do<br />
next season… :)</td></tr></tbody></table>Our bedrooms, bathrooms, office, and porch are either pretty empty or too messy at this time to show off. There's definitely a lot of room for improvement but we're doing it one day at a time and... according to budget (of course). I might need to actually go get a job to make it faster #wink.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>However, my family and I are enjoying our new home and we are now building wonderful memories in it which is the most important thing.<br />
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Thank you for stopping by and love one another!Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-19767748952029922562012-01-16T11:08:00.001-08:002021-01-13T11:50:51.950-08:00A Day In The LifeHave you every felt tired like you have done so many tasks and at the end of the day you seem to have forgotten what you've actually done and suddenly feel you wasted a whole day of doing nothing? It happens to me a lot and today is one of those days.<br />
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Let me think of every single thing I have done today and list it down so I won't have this guilt feeling in me before I go to bed:<br />
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1. I woke up at 5:30 a.m. to prepare breakfast.<br />
2. Changed my address with a couple of establishments online.<br />
3. Fed my little girl breakfast.<br />
4. Did four loads of laundry.<br />
5. Fed my girl lunch (take note that it took her 3 hours to finish lunch).<br />
6. Put her to nap.<br />
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While she napped,<br />
7. Took a shower<br />
8. Cleaned the toilets.<br />
9. Organized a bathroom closet.<br />
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When she woke up, we drove to<br />
10. Do some grocery.<br />
11. and pick Jon up at the train station.<br />
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We got home and<br />
12. I again fed Madi dinner.<br />
13. Did her Kumon homework.<br />
14. Gave her a bath.<br />
15. Put her to bed.<br />
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16. Did final kitchen cleaning or should I say closed the kitchen.<br />
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I know… it may not sound a lot but there are definitely other stuff in between these tasks. Like more cleaning, washing of dishes, washing Madi (God knows how many times she goes to the toilet each day… picking up toys everywhere, and also fun things (of course) like playing, singing & dancing.<br />
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Let me share some of our today's photos…<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Wn06igOlMGqRsZPnCMHHnBx98CrchVKIVpuGCqCwErAIUdNH8F8KKJsXRpoIiQiLRz6jwJ4epHv1eGaIJOZ8drushkqXonqmhZh915LfuuR0MowtKeu1Q1yx0-5vTd-gnExgLMcF-b0/s1600/6709507819_239093ea4e_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Wn06igOlMGqRsZPnCMHHnBx98CrchVKIVpuGCqCwErAIUdNH8F8KKJsXRpoIiQiLRz6jwJ4epHv1eGaIJOZ8drushkqXonqmhZh915LfuuR0MowtKeu1Q1yx0-5vTd-gnExgLMcF-b0/s320/6709507819_239093ea4e_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Drumsticks on a freezing day. We love it!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Totally ready for snow.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My girl.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">She said it was my turn to pose so here I am;)</td></tr>
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<br />Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-88355255031856572142012-01-09T11:23:00.000-08:002012-01-09T11:23:57.500-08:00Happy New Year<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I've missed this place very much but I should be back on track pretty soon.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">A lot is going on right now. My family and I just moved to a new house two days before Christmas. It was crazy moving during the holidays but all is well now and we're trying to settle in well. A lot of fixing up/home improvements, cleaning, and organizing but we are definitely enjoying our new home.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I am just doing a quick update for now and wishing everyone a happy new year! May this year be filled with good health, love and peace to all mankind.</span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-612198558495006071.post-78308025108868510782011-09-27T21:24:00.000-07:002011-09-28T04:30:00.769-07:00Autumn, My Autumn.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Autumn is in the air! Oh how I love thee. I love all four seasons but autumn brings a special feeling of calmness and joy in my heart. It's the time I am mostly at peace, inspired, and hopeful. I also love the cool and perfect breeze it has, the transformation of nature, and holidays within that season.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Like I said, this season gives me hope and right now, I am looking forward to what life has in store for me and my family. I can feel that there will be plenty of good things coming our way.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Wherever you are, I hope that you all feel like I do. In this economy and everything that has been going on around the world, it is important to be optimistic. May we all work for a better future and love one another.</span></div>Eonahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035492618751571926noreply@blogger.com0