Wordless Wednesday

~ Hubby with the Little Angel showing interest on Mommy's bass guitar. ~

Then and now

I got this tag from other blog and decided to post it here too so here it goes...

If you still keep your baby’s first 3 days photos, We would love to see them. Label them as 1st, 2nd or 3rd day (as shown below). After that, please post the most recent one, one photo will do. You can post as much as you want though. I’m sure you will realize and tell yourself “Seems like yesterday“.

~ The Little Angel's first picture ~

~ Second day: At the nursery room ~

~ Third day: She was finally with us ~

~ Big girl ~

Anyone else, but you

I got addicted to the OST ever since I watched JUNO. My sister was kind enough to get me a copy of the whole album. I feel light, fresh and in-love when I hear the song by The Moldy Peaches. The video I got is from the movie. What cute couple.

Juno Soundtrack - Anyone Else But You - Ellen Page
Uploaded by smith_rosie

You're a part time lover and a full time friend

The monkey on you're back is the latest trend
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

I kiss you on the brain in the shadow of a train
I kiss you all starry eyed, my body's swinging from side to side
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

Here is the church and here is the steeple
We sure are cute for two ugly people
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

The pebbles forgive me, the trees forgive me
So why can't, you forgive me?
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

I will find my nitch in your car
With my mp3 DVD rumple-packed guitar
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

Du du du du du du dudu
Du du du du du du dudu
Du du du du du du dudu du

Up up down down left right left right B A start
Just because we use cheats doesn't mean we're not smart
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

You are always trying to keep it real
I'm in love with how you feel
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

We both have shiny happy fits of rage
You want more fans, I want more stage
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

Don Quixote was a steel driving man
My name is Adam I'm your biggest fan
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

Squinched up your face and did a dance
You shook a little turd out of the bottom of your pants
I don't see what anyone can see, in anyone else... But you.

Du du du du du du dudu
Du du du du du du dudu
Du du du du du du dudu du
But you

Weekend Snapshot

~ Dress up for the party! Taken last Christmas Party '07 ~

Happy again

Although I was not able to see the little angel the whole, I am still happy. A part of me was satisfied because I was able to bond with two of my friends this afternoon. We held our first band practice at my parents house because the instruments was there. I'm so happy that Aimz finally Lowie. Unfortunately, my sister J was not able to join us because of unavoidable circumstances. But we are all satisfied and obviously looking forward until our next jam session. Hopefully, my sister could join us too. It's good to be playing again.

10 Favorite Drinks

Got this from Yen. What's your favorite drinks? I have to pass the alcohol this time.

1. Water Melon Shake. ~I love that sweet refreshing taste.
2. Four Season ~Shake or straight from the can. Me and the hubby just can't get enough.
3. Apple Juice. ~My personal favorite.
4. Milk. ~I like to drink milk once in a while but it has to non-fat.
5. Fit n' right Apple or Four season ~helps me burn fat. Like the commercial says hehehe.
6. Water. ~Nothing beats a cold glass of water on a hot and sunny day.
7. C2 Apple Ice Tea ~I don't like the plain green tea though. For me, it taste like grass.
8. Kankura Tea ~yeah, my slimming tea.
9. Soda. ~Coke, Pepsi Max and Royal tru orange.
10. Moo/Chuckie chocolate Drink ~sometimes I snag a drink from the little angel's tray hehehe.

Wordless Wednesday

~ Rocking baby ~

ChubbyLisa

We welcomed a new zitros member last November 8, 2007 and she's Wilisa Aiverine, my niece. And look at her now! She's all grown up and chubby. That's why we call her ChubbyLisa haha! She's so cute with her rosey chicks. The little angel and her cousin Amandine (Willisa's sister) can't wait for her to grow up. But for now, they love to cuddle in bed with her.

~ ChubbyLisa =) ~

At last

Yes at last the little angel is eating rice thank goodness. We were starting to get worried for the last couple months because toddlers I know are now consuming more solid foods. We regularly eat dinner with the little angel but she would just play with her food. Last week, the hubby got angry that made the little angel opened her mouth and had a spoonful. She finished her plate and I'm so proud of her. She didn't cry or anything. She was pleased because we praised her for her good doing. At 2 years old, she's potty trained and eating a lot. Next project, teach her to speak fluently. I love being a mom.

Feeling a little down

Yes, I'm feeling a little down today because the computer at home is super slow now. I can't even post a picture on blogger that's why I don't have any entry for the weekend snapshot. Now I'm thinking of the wordless wednesday haayyy. I'll be getting my sister's external Western Digital HD this coming weekend so hopefully it'll work faster after I transfer my files. If not, I'm thinking of getting the spare computer at my parents house and bring it to Bulacan because purchasing a new laptop is still out of the budget. But I'm thinking the WD HD might do the trick. Let's wait.

Passport

My sister told me that they spend almost an hour in the photo studio just to have Amandine's picture taken for her passport. She told me that they already did everything but the Amandine would just not look at the camera. I scanned the closet and good thing the little angel had one dress with collar. I topped it with a jacket because the dress is sleeveless and it turn out to be okay. The hubby and I were expecting to spend also 45 minutes in the photo studio but fortunately, just two shots and we were done! Good girl. But now I thought, I don't have any funny story to tell hehe.

Welcome home

Everybody knows how sad I was when I lost my Fender Bass. I felt that all the world came down on me on that tragic day. And I know it's time to move on. Last Sunday, me and my dad went to JB Music Store to check out their items when my eye caught this acoustic bass guitar on the stand and I ended up paying for this baby.

~ It's time to move on... ~

I know my Fender bass is way better than this but this is my new baby now. Welcome home!

Wordless Wednesday

~ She likes stacking her Lego high! And this time with the
help of her daddy. She even make and imagine things with it--like
a flower, playground and more. ~

My Birthday

We enjoyed the food, music and small chats together with booze on the side. See full story *here*

~ Jamming the night away... ~

Surprise!

All I wish was to be with my family and close friends on the birthday. But look what my sisters had prepared.... a lovely banner and a fire guitar cake!

~ What a lovely banner! with my family and friends! ~

~ Fire guitar cake! ~

I really appreciate all the effort and making my birthday a success. Thank you for sharing that special day with us.

Frustrating

Don't you find it frustrating when something doesn't work? I've been complaining for the 2 days why I can't post a picture on blogger. That's why I missed the 'Weekend Snapshot'. I can't figure out if it is the Internet connection or the computer. I've noticed the computer is slower than the usual slow ever since I saved the pictures from last Saturday. I'm assuming it's eating all the memory. I really need the external HD badly or better yet a new computer! I'll try again to post a picture when I get to the office just to isolate it if it really the Internet or the computer.

Not working

I'm excited to post some pictures for the weekend snapshot but this Add Image option on blogger is not working. I've trying to upload the file since last night. Tried it also this morning, and also now but failed. I'm not sure if the Internet here is slow or my computer is slow. But I know for a fact that this computer is definitely slow. It's kinda frustrating but oh well, will try again later tonight.

Weekend Snapshot #2

~ Kiddie Race Cars in the pool ~

Happy Birthday

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! to me...

See you!

There's so many things to do. And I still have work later this evening. Tomorrow's my birthday! I hope everything will turn out okay. I'll be signing off just for the weekend. And when I come back on Monday, I'm sure I have tons of photos to share. Take care!

~ See you here! ~

Check list

Last night I made a check list on the things to buy, bring and what to do on Saturday. I cannot afford to forget anything. Since I'm a certified forgetful person. *read full story here* I always call my mom or my sister on how to go about the plan or the trip so I will not forget anything. Hopefully I'll have everything ready before Saturday. Oh I'm excited! To meet again old friends and hopefully make new friends. I'll just pray that I wont forget to bring that check list hahaha!

Wordless Wednesday

~ I've been trying to get a decent photo of the little angel riding her toy.
I was literally shouting "Smile! Smile!" when unfortunately,
a bunch of birds passed by--she looked up, the same time I clicked my camera. ~

Rocker girl

Yeah, I was a rocker girl before. But now, I'm a proud mommy! I can't help but reminisce those days especially with my beloved +Fender.

~ L2S battle of the bands finals ~

Double excited

The winner of my little contest for the domain name sent me a message yesterday, saying that she wants to give the prize to the little angel. That was so sweet of her really. I plan to get her swimming gear for our family outing this coming May. It's the little angel's first time to go to the beach! And I'm really excited to see her reaction on the sand and the salt water. I was also thinking to get a beach umbrella. The kids might play on the sands for hours and they needs some kind of protection from the sun. Oh I'm so excited!

Another reason to be excited is that my birthday's coming up. Swimming party! I'm already inviting some friends over at my BIL's resort house in Bacoor Cavite this Saturday and I can't wait to meet them. I've prepared mieryenda and some cool drinks on the side. I'm really hoping they could make it.

Weekend Snapshot

~ Eating ice cream with cousin, Amandine ~

Tired me

We had a great time earlier with the rest of the zitros. And I'm so tired today because of the little angel keeps on running and running and it's very hard to keep up. I think I need to double my exercise tomorrow because of all those yummy meal we had for lunch. Not to mention, we ate ice cream twice. Wahh! I need to stay focus and keep up with my diet. I really need to loose weight before summer. Stay focus lizzie! Oh btw, I'll be a year older next week and I'm excited! Sleep well.

Excited this summer!

I can't help but get excited this summer 2008 because I recently bought a digicam that can go with us even under water! I'm dying to have that gadget since last year but I waited until I could buy one for myself. I think the wait was all worth it because they released a newer of the said cam with added features. I'm sure we're gonna have a blast this summer and I have my digicamie-tot to document everything.

~ Olympus SW 795 ~

So for anyone who plans to buy a cam? I suggest you check this baby out! I think the SW795 is released only in Asia. It's the newer version of SW770 and SW790. I know this is still pricey in the market but I bump a local website where they offer brand new items at a very reasonable price. Believe me, mura talaga. Check it out *here* I was not paid to advertise the site, I'm just a happy buyer trying to help a good seller. They have ipods, dvd players and even cell phones. I can't wait for summer!

Welcome!

Welcome to my newly renovated site. I'm still adding some widgets on the site and please do leave your name and site address so I can add you up! See you around!

We have a Winner

I already purchased the domain and it will take effect in two hours. Thank you again to all who took time and gave their suggestions and comments.

Congratulation *Tien* for her entry "Justlizzen.com", you win $5. Thank you!

What Color Rose Are You?

You Are a Light Pink Rose

You represent sweetness and grace. Your vibe: Kind and gentle Falling in love with you: is like falling in love with a best friend

What Color Rose Are You?


Happy Valentine's day!!!

Deadline is tomorrow

Re-posting.... Deadling is tomorrow. Send in your entries now.

Good news! I'm extending the Name Game! Because I haven't decided yet hehehe! So please keep those entries coming.Re-posting....Again, I need a name for my other site. It could be anything from anything. Any suggestions will be highly appreciated. And the one lucky winner chosen will receive a prize! Join now!

"Need a name game for Lizziepad.blogspot.com"

Mechanics:
1. Give and suggest a domain name for my other site --> Lizziepad.blogspot.com.
2. It could be a name that categorize to a personal blog, or even a corporate. Anything under the sun as long as it's unique.
3. Entries from one individual is unlimited. That's means you can send entries multiple times.
4. Deadline of entries will be on February 15, 2008.

One lucky winner will receive $5 straight to your paypal account. Join now!And you can view the update list *here* Thank you to those who gave their ideas!

BIL's birthday jam

Last Saturday, it was our BIL's birthday and we invited my friends for a jam session. It was held at their subdivision's swimming pool area. We arrived at the place around later afternoon so we could set-up the instruments. It's so nice to meet with my old friends again. I miss these jam sessions, late night talks and lots-a-booze! Too bad my bass guitar was not able to join us anymore. But of course, I have to move on. Anyway, we enjoyed the jam and booze and I might do this again on my birthday. See more pictures *here* and see full story *here*

What Flavor Frappuccino Are You?

Java Chip Frappuccino

You're a caffeine addict and pretty high maintenance about your coffee. There's a good chance that everyone at your Starbucks knows your name.

What Flavor Frappuccino Are You?

Tragedy struck

It was a pleasant day last Thursday. My dad asked me to setup the drum set and the amps in preparation for th BIL's birthday celebration (Saturday). So after breakfast, I post a quick update and checked my emails. I plugged the amps and I setup the drums and test drive the drums with an ipod to accompany me. Just to make sure nothing would fall off during the party. After that I washed my hands so I could re-unite with my bass guitar again. When I touched the hard case, I sense that something was wrong. Then I panicked when I saw termites falling off the side of the coffin-like case. I quickly called the house helper to help me with it, because the lock was jammed. I started to loose hope because the hard case which was suppose to be hard was now slightly softer than before. I asked the helper to open it so I could take a peek. I saw that the color was now faded. I told myself that the color does not matter. So I asked again asked to just pulled the guitar so I could see everything. And also I was trying to save the lock on the case. But I jumped, panicked, cursed and cried when I saw the whole the guitar. It was totally eaten by termites! Yes, my favorite Fender Precision Bass Guitar was gone! I could not do anything. It was too late. Way too late! Everything was gone! I felt that I lost someone so very dear to me. See full story *here*

I lost my friend

Have you ever lost a most valuable thing in the whole world? What did you feel about it? Yesterday, I did and it was the worst day of my life. I never felt so sad in my whole life. I cant eat, I cant sleep and I cant think straight. If only I could turn back time, I would. I felt irresponsible and stupid. All I can do now is imagine and savor that special moments I had with it. You can say that I'm emotional--yes I am. You can say that I'm a cry baby--yes I am. Because I consider that *thing* that I lost yesterday, a very special friend. *Very valuable to me*. My papa said, to let it go. It has a purpose why it's gone. But I still cant help but cry. I'm really really lost for words whenever I think about it. Do you what it is? I'll post it soon when I have the courage to look at it again. But now, I'm still grieving. I lost my very special friend.

Remembering our Papang

Today, we salute a great man that passed away a year ago. He was role model to all of us. He came from a poor family and earned his way until he finished his school with flying colors. He was able to provide shelter, food and education to his family up until to his grand children. His passing was painful but yet it's nature's calling that he needs to rest. As we remember his achievements, lessons, precious moments and reputable image--we are all happy that he is now at peace. His ways will always be alive in our hearts.

As I browse my multiply account, I noticed that my sister S wrote an entry too. You see, she was the one who left for Dubai the same day our grand father passed away a year old. Here's her side of the story... *Remembering Papang...*

He was the salutatorian in his class when he gradruated Accounting in Jose Rizal and ranked 3rd placer in the over all CPA (Certified Public Accountant) board examination. He was friends with the late +Go Kim Pah and was one of the co-founder of Equitable Bank. He served the Go family for 56 long years.

PEDRO ANGELES ORTIZ
September 23, 1914 - February 7, 2007
Formerly member: Board of Directors, Equitable Bank Corp.
92 years old

What's Your Travel Personality?

Your Travel Personality Is: Easygoing

When you travel, you're looking for a lot of downtime. Vacations are your chance to recoup. All you need is a scenic spot and plenty of time on your hands. You'll figure out the rest. You're not one to make lots of plans when you travel. You just follow whatever path seems right.

What's Your Travel Personality?

How Girly Are You?

You Are 24% Girly

You are a pretty hardcore tomboy, and a very free spirit. Gender roles be dammed, you like to do things your way.

How Girly Are You?

Are You Hot?

You Are More Mild Than Wild

You're confident, and you really aren't concerned with how "hot" you are. Other people's ideas of what's sexy don't concern you. And this is exactly what makes you attractive.

Are You Hot?

How Blonde Are You?

Your Are a Bold Brunette

Men see you as striking and mysterious - you have a certain allure. Comfortable in your own skin, you know you have a unique beauty. You don't mind attention, but you don't need to seek it out.

How Blonde Are You?

Are You a Hippie?

You're Not Exactly a Hippie...

While you're not a hippie, you've got the spirit of one. Like most hippies, you have deep beliefs and unusual interests. You may not buy into hippie fashions, music, or heavy drug use. But at heart, you are a free spirit and suspicious of the status quo.

Are You a Hippie?

Extended!

Good news! I'm extending the Name Game! Because I haven't decided yet hehehe! So please keep those entries coming.

Re-posting....

Again, I need a name for my other site. It could be anything from anything. Any suggestions will be highly appreciated. And the one lucky winner chosen will receive a prize! Join now!

"Need a name game for Lizziepad.blogspot.com"

Mechanics:
1. Give and suggest a domain name for my other site --> Lizziepad.blogspot.com
2. It could be a name that categorize to a personal blog, or even a corporate. Anything under the sun as long as it's unique.
3. Entries from one individual is unlimited. That's means you can send entries multiple times.
4. Deadline of entries will be on February 15, 2008.

One lucky winner will receive $5 straight to your paypal account. Join now!

Here's the list:
Jay ~ hodgepodge.com, mumblejumble.com
hodge podge = : a heterogeneous mixture : jumble
Hannah ~ rockingmomma, bassangel
Summer ~ Lizziewrites. com, myinkandmypaper. com, lizziepad. com
Bluepanjeet ~ linklizzz. net
Malen ~ alizjan, lizclayborn, checkliz, lanajessie, lizzierocks, bassistmom
Tien ~ STOPLOOKLIZZZEN or THELIZZZENINGROOM or JUSTLIZZEN.

Wordless Wednesday

+ Kid rider... +

Computer Humor

I received an email yesterday from a friend and it really made me laugh. I choose 3 of the best top comic strip among them and here they are. It's funny how the Internet change our lives...

~ Yeah, I think my flabs are getting bigger again.. ~

~ How I wish we have air bags like that in the office LOL! ~

~ I like this...LOL. ~

The game is still on...

Yeah, you heard it right. The game is still on! And here's the updated list. Thank you so much to those sent their entries through the comment page and even on offline messagess. Thank you!

Jay ~ hodgepodge.com, mumblejumble.com
hodge podge = : a heterogeneous mixture : jumble
Hannah ~ rockingmomma, bassangel
Summer ~ Lizziewrites.com, myinkandmypaper.com, lizziepad.com
Bluepanjeet ~ linklizzz.net
Malen ~ alizjan, lizclayborn, checkliz, lanajessie, lizzierocks, bassistmom
Tien ~ STOPLOOKLIZZZEN or THELIZZZENINGROOM or JUSTLIZZEN.

List

Thank you for those individual who took the time and effort to give their ideas. I only have a handful of names but better than nothing. And here's the list I've collected for the last several hours. I hope my list grows a couple more.

Jay ~ hodgepodge.com, mumblejumble.com
hodge podge = : a heterogeneous mixture : jumble
Hannah ~ rockingmomma, bassangel
Summer ~ Lizziewrites.com, myinkandmypaper.com, lizziepad.com

Undecided

I'm still undecided on what will be the new domain for this blog. All of the other ideas I had are already taken and I feel that I can't think anymore. This brain is not functioning very well from all the paid ops from the my other site and of course not to mention my lack of sleep.

If anyone has any idea... Please don't be shy... leave a message on the chat box or simply comment away! Appreciate it.

Wordless Wednesday

+ Left over holiday treats +

What do you prefer?

1. Is it cute when guys kiss you on your forehead? ~Yes. My husband always does that when we were still dating.
2. A big poofy dress or a short party dress? ~ Definitely a short dress. I have long legs.
3. What would you do if you received a long love letter? ~ I'll read it.
4. Group dates or single dates? ~ Group dates is for my girlfriends. Single dates is exclusively for the hubby, and maybe the little angel can squeeze in too.
5. Do you hate it when guys act different around their friends? ~ Of course. It's irritating.
6. Are diamonds a girl’s best friend? ~ Yes.
7. Is your hair up or down today? ~ It depends. Down at work, Up at home.
8. Do you straighten your hair? ~ Sometimes when there's an formal occassion. But I'm thinking of getting a treatment to permanently straighten it.
9. Favorite mascara? ~ I dont wear mascara. I always rub my eyes.
10. Do you get your nails done? ~ Not before. But now, yes. Once a month or once every 2 months. And it's always in platinum shade.
11. Small or large purses? ~ I always use large purse. I tend to bring everything.
12. In your purse, what are your must haves? ~ Cellphone, company ID, water, comb, VS colonge spray, kikay (includes make-up--facial wash, moisturizer, face powder, brush on, 2 shades or more lipstick, lip liner) and VS lotion.
13. Jeans or sweats? ~ Jeans.
14. Do you wear clothes/shoes/jewelry that’s uncomfortable? ~ It's a big No No.
15. Do you text message a lot? ~ Not much. I'd rather make a phone call.
16. What would you do if you get pregnant? ~ Celebrate and say Thank you for another blessing.

Sweet Sunday

Grabbed from my other blog Zitrozil. And I snagged this entry from Apha and Yen. Originally entitled Friday Fun and was changed to yummy Saturday. And now, changing it to Sweet Sunday!

1. What is your favorite guilty pleasure yummy food?
~ Anything Sweet. I mean everything. From Ice creams, pastries like cream puffs to cakes, cheese cakes or even frozen cakes and not to mention chocolates and candies. Takaw!

2. It is snack time. What do you reach for? Chips? Ice cream? Something healthy?
~ Potato chips and popcorn. That best! It's healthy right? potato and corn!

3. What is your ideal breakfast?
~ It depends on the mood. Sometimes, I like it fried rice with egg and tuyo. Some days, I like pancakes or waffles with bacon or ham. I love tapsilog too, hindi lang sa breakfast. Coffee.

4. What are you craving right now?
~ Popcorn!

Thank you!

We had a great time earlier! It's sad that this day have to end. Talked about having fun. Games! Prizes! And more ice cream! I'm sure the kids had a blast. And I was happy to see some of my friends from work. Thank you for coming! Till the next party!

~ Thank you! ~

One day to go...

We had so much fun from our trip yesterday. And now, one day to go before the little angel's birthday party. I have tons of things to do today. I will be going to SM Marilao to buy some more things we need. Good thing I have the house helpers to do the food preparation. Imagine 10 kilos of chicken that we need to finish for the chicken lollipop and 3 kilos of grind pork for the lumpiang shang-hai. After this, I need to finalise the loot bags, pabitin at piñata.

It's all hard work but I'm enjoying it! Anything for the little angel.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Today is the little angel's 2nd Birthday! I'm so excited! We are off to a family trip today. And I cant wait to see the little angel have fun! First stop is at St. Clara to say prayers and then Eco Park. I need to get ready. Anyway, here's the invitation my sister did for the little angel's birthday party on Saturday. See yah!

~ Invitation ~

Christmas Card

I forgot to post the Christmas card I sent this last holiday season to relatives and friends here and abroad. I just love sending mails...

~ Our Christmas card... ~

Tagged!

Yeah, I tagged myself...

Cut and paste the following starting here.

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Runaway

Here’s 5 Q’s on Runaway.

1. Have you ever considered running away?
~ Yes. But that was my life before the little angel.

2. Do you speak a foreign language? Do you have a passport?
~Yes. And yes a passport too.

3. Right now: do you know which way is east?
~ Yon lang! I’m kinda bobo on directions promise!

4. How do you like to travel: get up and go, or plan it out?
~ I like to plan it first. I tend to forget a thing or two every time I pack my things. Even if I pack a day before, I still forget.

5. Do you ask for directions when you are lost, or do you keep on going?
~ Yes. Wala namang masama mag tanong kay manong!

THOSE BORN 1920-1979

I find this some how true. Read on...

THOSE BORN 1920-1979
READ TO THE BOTTOM FOR QUOTE OF THE MONTH BY JAY LENO. IF YOU DON'T READ ANYTHING ELSE---VERY WELL STATED.
TO ALL THE KIDS WHO SURVIVED the 1930's, 40's, 50's, 60's and 70's!!
~ First, we survived being born to mothers who smoked and/or drank while they were pregnant.
~ They took aspirin, ate blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and didn't get tested for diabetes. ~ Then after that trauma, we were put to sleep on our tummies in baby cribs covered with bright colored lead-based paints.
~ We had no childproof lids on medicine bottles, doors or cabinets and when we rode our bikes, we had no helmets, not to mention, the risks we took hitchhiking.
~ As infants &children, we would ride in cars with no car seats, booster seats, seat belts or air bags.
~ Riding in the back of a pick up on a warm day was always a special treat.
~ We drank water from the garden hose and NOT from a bottle.
~ We shared one soft drink with four friends, from one bottle and NO ONE actually died from this.
~ We ate cupcakes, white bread and real butter and drank Kool-aid made with sugar, but we weren't overweight because... WE WERE ALWAYS OUTSIDE PLAYING!
~ We would leave home in the morning and play all day, as long as we were back when the streetlights came on.
~ No one was able to reach us all day. And we were O.K.
~ We would spend hours building our go-carts out of scraps and then ride down the hill, only to find out we forgot the brakes After running into the bushes a few times, we learned to solve the problem.
~ We did not have Playstations, Nintendo's, X-boxes, no video games at all, no 150 channels on cable, no video movies or DVD's, no surround-sound or CD's, no cell phones, no personal computers, no Internet or chat rooms.......
~ WE HAD FRIENDS and we went outside and found them!
~ We fell out of trees, got cut, broke bones and teeth and there were no lawsuits from these accidents.
~ We ate worms and mud pies made from dirt, and the worms did not live in us forever.
~ We were given BB guns for our 10th birthdays, made up games with sticks and tennis balls and, although we were told it would happen, we did not poke out very many eyes.
~ We rode bikes or walked to a friend's house and knocked on the door or rang the bell, or just walked in and talked to them!
~ Little League had tryouts and not everyone made the team. Those who didn't had to learn to deal with disappointment. Imagine that!!
~ The idea of a parent bailing us out if we broke the law was unheard of. They actually sided with the law!
~ These generations have produced some of the best risk-takers, problem solvers and inventors ever!
~ The past 50 years have been an explosion of innovation and new ideas.
~ We had freedom, failure, success and responsibility, and we learned HOW TO DEAL WITH IT ALL!
If YOU are one of them CONGRATULATIONS!
You might want to share this with others who have had the luck to grow up as kids, before the lawyers and the government regulated so much of our lives for our own good .
While you are at it, forward it to your kids so they will know how brave (and lucky) their parents were.

Kind of makes you want to run through the house with scissors, doesn't it?!

The quote of the month is by Jay Leno:
'With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides, flooding, severe thunderstorms tearing up the country from one end to another, and with the threat of bird flu and terrorist attacks, are we sure this is a good time to take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance?'

Life

I'm here at my parents house for the night. Long story. Nothing bad. I just spend the night because I was so tired and sleepy from that shopping trip yesterday at 168 mall. I'm waiting for my parents to arrive because they are going to drive me to Bulacan. Unfortunately, I have tons of things with me for my daughter's birthday on Saturday and I don't have a car to bring them home. But they have the big heart. So might as well use my time wisely and wait for them instead. Oh how I miss my daughter. I haven't seen her in a day and I'm already missing her too much. That explains why I'm still here in the country and working my ass off with this 9 hour shift in the office. If it weren't for my daughter, I could be in Dubai or Singapore by now. But I'm not blaming anyone nor my daughter. I'm simple happy that I'm able to provide for her. We Filipinos has the mid set of having a baby after getting married. Yeah, I'm married and happily living with my hubby and daughter. But there are couples I know who still doesn't have any babies after years of married life. Maybe God might think it's not yet time for them to have one, I dunno. It's mystery but I know there's always a reason for everything. Blessings comes in to us but yet, you cant have it all. Some are rich but suffers from depression. Some are rich with friends but not rich in money. Life simply teaches us to many things. We just have to live with it.

The banner

I was tweaking again some settings on this blog, when I thought what to have for the banner. I tried to look for any picture that I have on the hard drive. I uploaded the watermark my sister gave me last for my pictures. Unfortunately, I am not using it anymore because since we moved back in Bulacan, I don't have photoshop anymore. Oh yeah, the computer here is kinda primitive so I can't actually install photoshop. So I use paint. Pathetic huh? So anyway, I tried to upload it and walla! It looked nice. So I thought of changing the Lizzzdls to Lizzie's pod instead. I'm still waiting for sister M to send me the finish product. That's why I'm still not publishing this new link on my other site.

Next project: Buy a domain name.

Tweaking...

I've been doing a lot of surveys these past few days while I tweak some settings and figure out what would be the theme for this blog. I really wanted to put up another blog since I'm already stable with my first home blog. I also did changed the home link from lizzzieworld.blogspot.com to lizziepod.blogspot.com. Unfortunately, somebody else owned the link lizzieworld and friends always get to her site rather than here. Because she has 2 letter z while I had 3 letter z on the link. When I saw my ipod, I thought "pad" would be a nice word to go with my name. Which also had different meaning to me... pod = home. So then came Lizziepad. I hope my friends would not get lost anymore.

What Should Your Superpower Be?

Your Superpower Should Be Invisibility

You are stealth, complex, and creative. You never face problems head on. Instead, you rely on your craftiness to get your way. A mystery to others, you thrive on being a little misunderstood. You happily work behind the scenes... because there's nothing better than a sneak attack! Why you would be a good superhero: You're so sly, no one would notice... not even your best friends Your biggest problem as a superhero: Missing out on all of the glory that visible superheroes get

What Should Your Superpower Be?

What Kind of Blogger Are You?

You Are a Life Blogger!

Your blog is the story of your life - a living diary. If it happens, you blog it. And make it as entertaining as possible.

What Kind of Blogger Are You?

Who's Your Inner Rock Chick?

You Are Liz Phair!

Sexy tough indie girl... Who's not afraid to be a little girly "I am extraordinary, I am just your ordinary Average every day sane psycho Supergoddess"

Who's Your Inner Rock Chick?

What Age Do You Act?

You Act Like You Are 32 Years Old

You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more! You're responsible, wise, and have enough experience to understand a lot of the world. You're at the point in your life where you understand yourself pretty well. You are figuring out what you want... and how to get it!

What Age Do You Act?

Not that Geek enough

31% Geek

Addicted

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Welcome 2008!

WELCOME 2008!

Happy New Year everybody!

Oh no!

Oh no! This blog needs some serious attention from me! I hope I can decide the theme for this blog. My sister S gave me an idea. So I might be going for that next year. Let's see what will happen.

Merry Christmas!

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!

Bazaar!

The 7th World Bazaar Festival
December 6-16, 2007
At the World Trade Center, Metro Manila

12nn ~ 10pm = Mon to Thrus

10am ~ 12mn = Fri to Sun

Visit us @ booth 2012.

See you there!

This so called Life

I attended a wake last night after work. I was teary-eyed upon looking at the mother of the child. Yes, our 4-year-old neighbor died yesterday morning. I was feeling very sad and sorry for the mother. Her eyes were already red from crying. I can't imagine how she's feeling at that very moment. As we talked on what had happened, I sense that they accepted the fact that her son was already gone and they did everything they could do to save him.

This reminds me that life is one of the precious things we have. We should live our lives to the fullest because we can never take back this life once it's gone. But what does life really means? Where does it come from? It is the soul that brings this earthly body to life? It's really a mystery to me and I think it will take me life time to understand it.

As I pray for the boy's soul to go to heaven, I realized something very important. I realized how important this so called life to me. That I should cherish every moment in my life and never let any chance and opportunity pass me by.

It's time to be happy. Let's celebrate life to the fullest.

World Bazaar Festival

The 7th World Bazaar Festival
December 6-16, 2007
At the World Trade Center, Metro Manila
12nn ~ 10pm = Mon to Thrus
10am ~ 12mn = Fri to Sun
Visit us @ booth 2012.
See you there!

I love cake!

Oh how I love cakes! Me and my friends ate at Conti's yesterday. We really had fun talking and chatting up with our lives. Oh about the cake! It's a frozen mango cake, their specialty. Hope you can go there and try one their famous cakes!

* Banana Frozen cake *

New start

Okay okay! I'm gonna really start this blog as my personal journal. I haven't got any official theme yet but I have a domain name in mine. I already asked for the free web hosting and hopefully nobody will get the domain name I want. This will be a new start for me and I'll try to update this journal everyday.

Live Simply

I recieved an email from my aunt last night. And it made me think twice. Everybody wants to be rich and successful but some families miss what's really important--being there for your kids. Read on:

Inspire Your Kids to Live Simply
by Bo Sanchez

Parents complain to me, "My kids are so materialistic!".

This is my answer. If you see your kids splurge on designer clothes, you can't complain if your closet is filled with these too. You've got to show the way.

Second, not only should you live simply, you should ENJOY living simply. And when kids ask for expensive toys, expensive clothes, don't answer,

"We can't afford it". That's a clear message that says, "We live a deprived life...boo-hoo-hoo."

You have to clearly explain to them that living simply is a deliberate choice. Set them before you and say, "Daddy and Mommy can buy that toy for you, but if we do, we'll have to work harder to earn money. Perhaps we won't come home for dinner and have to be away for the weekends. Do you want Daddy and Mommy to be away from you - or do you want them to always be here beside you?"

Don't expect it to sink in right away. Let them see you enjoy the simple things of life - not just those with a high price tag. In the end, a simple lifestyle is caught more than taught. .....a group of little boys has this conversation in a park....

Child A: "My daddy/mommy is a doctor and he/she makes a lot of money and we have swimming pool"
Child B: "My daddy/mommy is a lawyer and he/she flies to Washington and talks to the president"
Child C: "My daddy/mommy owns a company and we have our own airplane"
Child D: "My daddy/mommy is HERE WITH ME!"

When God brings you to a financial desert, He's teaching you the most important lessons in life. Because the desert is God's university.

I know some parents who as kids were raised in poverty, but through struggle and faith, they've now left the financial desert.

But here's the tragedy: Because they now have the ability to give a comfortable life to their children, they give too much of it.

If you're one of these parents, let me speak frankly to you. By giving everything that your children ask - you rob them of the very thing that

made you strong: the desert, the place where you struggled and built your character and made you who you are. Don't give them everything they ask for.

Let them have the desert experience.

Christmas is coming...

Christmas is coming...

Language barrier

Walmart Employee: “Hello ‘This is Walmart, how can I help you?”
Customer: “ I would like to order a cake for a going away party this week.”
Walmart Employee: “What you want on the cake?”
Customer: “Best Wishes Suzanne” and underneath that “We will miss you”.
Walmart Employee: “ok"