What kind of woman I am

You are lovely and caring. You help others and spread out a lot of sympathy. Your life aim maybe is to serve the people. But your weakness is that you forget about yourself, your own needs. All your time is hold back for your friends and family. You are always there for people in trouble. Ready for any emergency. You make a lot of sacrifices just to be a good human. But every woman has her needs, her longings and a destiny. Don't loose yourself in work or curing other people's souls. You will have your own problems in your life. Another problem is that you don't say your opinion when it's right and important to say it. People trample onto your soul if you are always so kind and lovely and helpful. They will play on you. Though you should try to relax more and enjoy your life, you should not loose the gift that was given to you to help others . Not everyone is created this way... Unique and rare!

~FB QUIZ~

mom and her tight belt

As children get older. Clothes, toys, school supplies etc cost more. Nearly everything kids do becomes more expensive as they grow older. Some people may have the best jobs in their field but others don't. If you're "unlucky" as they said. You didn't get paid enough even though you worked harder. It seems like "sometimes" it's not fair. As a parent. Hubby and I started tightening our belts as hard as possible since our business got badly because of the crisis. Oh well, we can't blame other people for our own misfortunes right. All we have to do and I think the best thing we should consider first is to save more pennies than over expend it.In short SAVE more SPEND less.. My daughter Keina, is old enough to understand when I say " make and stick with the budget ", like in the grocery store. Kei is the one who holds the shopping list and she really knows what to do but usually, I help her scan the shelves in the store. While looking at her (kei) I am so amazed, she is a smart kid. Our ordinary shopping day usually turns into a fun searching game and we all Love it!!! All we want as parents is that our children realize how important it is to save money. I always told my daughters Keina and Rio that even though we have to tighten our budget, we will be fine and not to worry about it. My Daughter, Kei and I have a pretty good routine when it comes to shopping, but about our baby Rio. Oh well I need to remind her first before we leave the house that she can't buy some stuff she likes. " But on that particular day, she really wanted to buy that certain stuff, and after several minutes of listening to her please. I finally said that we don't have much money to buy that and I already bought you the same item last year! Mom, she said thoughtfully "YOU COULD PAY FOR THAT DOLL WITH YOUR BLUE CARD. THE ONE YOU USED IN THE GROCERY STORE... Rio may not be able to understand money, but she certainly understand " the magic blue card". I want to show her that she can't always have what she wants. Well about that stuff she liked, it was a Barbie doll with a long white gown.

getting old- originally written on 8/31/08

Before Onechang ( my eldest daughter) leave the house for school she asks me this question " Mom, is it necessary that all the people in this world will die? for example, the old people? Why do people die? I was in total blank because for me that question is hard to explain.I said; You know honey there are things in this world sometimes its hard to explain, like your question but for sure in a right time I will explain it to you OK... We all know that death is a natural part of life and lately I notice that she's been very curious about that for couple of weeks already .About dying and where do people go when they die. I know she deserves to know the truth but for me I don't want to answer her question for now, because she is too vulnerable to accept the reality that is why I chose not too. I thought the Q&A is over until she asks me for another one, Mom she look straight in my eyes and said " when you be come an old lady you will not die right because you love me and you would not leave me ? And I said "yes I love you ! You know that did you? I want you to remember this, Mama is always here for both of you no matter what happens my love for you is forever honey. But just promise me when I grow old you will take good care of me and papa right? She answered me with a smile , "I will mama promise."

our home sweet home { originally written on 8/17/08 }

What does your home say about you?

Best place for you is ?

Living room: You are sociable and enjoy talking to people. Whenever you have the opportunity, you'll help people. You don't shirk responsibility, and in fact enjoy taking on leadership roles.

Kitchen: Easygoing and altruistic, you are most happy when taking care of others. While at times you can be boisterous, you make people feel comfortable around you and they always seek your advice when they have problems

Dinning room: You are conservative, cautious and don't panic in emergencies. You are an extrovert, and like sharing ideas with people. However, you also need to spend time alone to organize your thoughts.

Bedroom: You are imaginative and colorful. You attract people just by the way you talk. This can make some people feel jealous.

Bathroom: You take good care of yourself and are concerned about your health. When you hear about any new illnesses, you start watching out for the first symptoms to appear. This can sometimes annoy your friends. However, you look at the world on the bright side, and this makes you quite popular.

Balcony: You love freedom and hate to be controlled. You want to walk away from all the rules and rely on your imagination to direct your life instead. When you need to re energize yourself, you head to the beach or to the forest.




FC
Willa of Smart Mommy

unbelievable

traffic enforcers where are you?

What are they thinking? Look closer and you will see this vehicles parked in the middle of the road OMG. When I saw this picture, I was shock! My gosh, I keep asking myself if the government {Land Transportation Office} doing their jobs to eliminate the traffic or are they blind? Hello. They should do something to ease these traffic congestion in the whole country. All we need is actual and strict implementation of traffic rules and conscientious leadership of traffic enforcers. That's real wishful thinking you know. But I guess more discipline to all the motorist is important. Remember!! No matter who you are, you should follow the rules and the traffic laws.


FC
fickleminded

If you don't succeed give it to a kid.

Is it possible to improve upon the classics? A Year One teacher reportedly handed her class the first part of well-known proverbs and asked them to fill in the rest.




* Don't bite the hand that.......... looks dirty.
* You can't teach an old dog new......... maths.
* If you lie down with dogs,you'll......... stink in the morning.
* A penny saved is.......... not much.
* Laugh, and the world laughs with you; cry and.......... you have to blow your nose.
* Children should be seen and not .......... grounded.
* It's always darkest before.......... daylight-savings time.
* When the blind leading the blind .......... get out of the way.

If at first you don't succeed.... Give it to a kid...

housework fully accomplish

We went in a spa and I had a nice massage. Today I feel great it's sunny day and we had a yummy breakfast pancakes and chocolate milk. My two girls left the house for school and I just keep the home running smoothly. Today my housework schedule was fully accomplish. I already washed the clothes and hung it in a row, the rooms are all cleaned thoroughly, I scrub the kitchen real well and mop , I do dishes and clean the counter in my kitchen plus vacuuming and dusting. I started wondering what I hate more cleaning the kitchen or ironing. I'd have to say ironing I just hate doing it. Now our house is clean and I feel comfortable and happy.

What do you hate more cleaning your kitchen or ironing?

SHE DID IT -

My sister asked me while we're chatting about what are the reasons why kids tell a lie? I told her Sometime it depends on the situation. Kids lie for many reason, not all of them are bad. Sometimes it is embarrassment and fear. Other kids use to lie because they think lying is the only way out of the situation. For me as a parent, we should know how to handle this kind of situation. My two daughter Kei seven years old and Rio five years old they are started blaming one another whey they think something has been done wrong, "like who broke this glass?" When I asked them who did it? As usual it's like a recording machine that plays all over again, SHE DID IT and the other one said NO I'M NOT .YOU DID IT! After I heard those words, I told them to sit down and if they tell me the truth mama will understand why the glass broke. And I made it to the point when I talked to them I always assure their feelings that I am not mad. I told them if they continue to tell this lie ,I  would not listen to them anymore because it is useless to talk to someone who's lying on his word Then after a few seconds .MAMA I AM SORRY. I WAS THE ONE WHO HAD BROKEN THE GLASS . After I heard this confession I tell them whatever silly things you do mama will understand, since you tell the truth. Mama will forgive you.

the test of time

They say when you get a new friend don't be quick to trust. Rather test that person to see if he or she is worth to be your friend. True Friends are really hard to come by, there are few acquaintance! But a true friend takes some time. It is really hard to tell if he or she is the one you can call a best friend. Some of us they have to test their friends to see if they are true to them. If you feel you have to test your friendship without a true need, I would not want to be that friend. If you think they are your best friend, then you would not feel the need to test the friendship. But if there are trust issues, then they are obviously not a BEST friend type.

precious gift

People are concerned about the quality of the water they drink. We all know the importance of water, but why our society continues to contaminate this precious resource. Did you know that water covers 70% of the Earth and only 1% of the Earth’s water is available as source of drinking. Take note only 1% of water is usable to us. Water is one of the nature’s most important gift to man kind, essential of life. We should take this topic seriously, what will happen if there's no clean water to drink? For hygiene how can we take a shower ? etc ... Water supply is commodity necessary for our survival. We should make a effort in order to save water.

♥ Water Conservation.
In simple ways we can help. Let's start it in our home by learning how to conserve water is the best thing to do. Few hours ago I was talking to my mom through phone, and she told me that the water bill in her house fluctuate since four months ago. I came up with the idea of sharing this chart to her and at the same time ask her if she consumed water properly. Take a look at the chart

Average indoor water use

♥ Bathroom:
The bathroom is where most of the home's water is used. Shower and baths consumed about 30% of water used indoors. You can save water by keeping each shower short, running the water only when it is needed lather up and rinse off.
♥ Toilet:
Toilet is the second most used in our home too. Some of us use this toilet as a garbage disposal don't do that, flush only when its necessary.
♥Washing Machines:
Washing your clothes is a necessity. However, keep in mind that laundry uses 22% of all water in your home! In order to maximize the efficiency of your laundry, only do full loads. Another way to save water is to ask yourself "Does this really need washing?" A lot of times, people wear clothes for only a few hours, and then discard them as "Dirty". Use discretion in when you wash your clothes
♥Faucets and Dishwasher
For faucets replace washer-less faucets and tighten the waterline connection and valves ,for dishwasher look for water drips or stains underneath or in back of the machine. For more information about this topic visit Water Service and Meters

Remember water conservation means doing the same with less. It is the management of water as a resource to eliminate waste and maximize the efficient of use. Use water wisely...

personality check

Is it true that people can't change their personality? Or maybe it dependents on whom you are with. Our personality change over time because we are molded by our experiences we have in life either good or bad. Certain aspect of a personality can alter as you progress and learn more about yourself , "Self discovery" discovering inner self not personalities in different situation. I would like to share my little self discovery by the help of my loving husband.
I believe that I've change a lot . Before I am a self centered person , but since you know how to love unconditionally everything will change . I know it's sounds unbelievable to those people who really knows me, I remember my husband, he often told me how self centered I am, but when we got married and had our first child everything was change, he said that I am more matured and I know my priorities already.  

getting old

Before my eldest daughter leave the house for school she asked me this question " Mom, is it necessary that all the people in this world will die? for example, the old people? Why do people die? I was in total blank because for me that question is really hard to explain .I said to her; You know honey there are things in this world sometimes its hard to explain, like your this one. But for sure in a right time I will explain it to you OK... We all know that death is a natural part of life and lately I notice that she's been very curious about that for couple of weeks already .About dying and where do people go when they die. I know she deserves to know the truth but for me I don't want to answer that question for now, because she is too vulnerable to accept the reality that is why I chose not too. I thought the Q&A is over until she asks me for another one, Mom she look straight in my eyes and said " when you be come an old lady you will not die right because you love me and you would not leave me ? And I said "yes I love you ! You know that did you? I want you to remember this, Mama is always here for both of you no matter what happens my love for you will  stay forever .But just promise me when I grow old you will take good care of me and papa right? She answered me with a smile , "I will mama promise."

stress reliever

There are times when you feel so alone and I think that you experienced it (right) that you feel lonely, empty and stress. Even your own family cannot fill the emptiness within, but what are the things to do if you feel alone and stress? For me, we feel stress when we let our self to think about the things, that gives us stress, I experience it for so many times. So I like to share a few suggestions on how to deal with your stress. It helps believe me. First think positive and remember that everything happens for a reason, do the things that you love, like treat yourself in a spa or salon and watching movies with your friends are fun, it keeps your mind off being lonely and stress for a while. Talking with friends and express your feelings to a trusted family or friend is necessary. Exercise is a good stress reliever and healthy also. Remember pity things are a waste of your time. Live,love,laugh =)

our home

A home should be an extension of our personality. Have you ever know that the things inside our house can reveal the truths about our personality!!!

Living room: You are sociable and enjoy talking to people. Whenever you have the opportunity, you'll help people. You don't shirk responsibility, and in fact enjoy taking on leadership roles.

Kitchen: Easygoing and altruistic, you are most happy when taking care of others. While at times you can be boisterous, you make people feel comfortable around you and they always seek your advice when they have problems

Dinning room: You are conservative, cautious and don't panic in emergencies. You are an extrovert, and like sharing ideas with people. However, you also need to spend time alone to organize your thoughts.

Bedroom: You are imaginative and colorful. You attract people just by the way you talk. This can make some people feel jealous.

Bathroom: You take good care of yourself and are concerned about your health. When you hear about any new illnesses, you start watching out for the first symptoms to appear. This can sometimes annoy your friends. However, you look at the world on the bright side, and this makes you quite popular.

Balcony: You love freedom and hate to be controlled. You want to walk away from all the rules and rely on your imagination to direct your life instead. When you need to re energize yourself, you head to the beach or to the forest.

a wakeful night

My gosh! its 3am and I can't get over this insomnia!! Actually 3 weeks straight  na ... To much coffee made me wakeful I guess. Hopefully I can get over this thing, :((