A Matter of Perspective

Bad Mama

Leah — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:27:21 +0000

Yes I have been one of late. Looking back at old blog posts, by this time I have already sent out Erin’s birthday invitations to all her godparents. Unfortunately this year, I have not come up with any invitation to start with, let alone a venue for her party. I know. I am guilty.

Work has taken creativity out of me, that when I get home, I just want to do absolutely nothing. I would rather read an article on home insurance rather than sit down and cram more pressure into my otherwise hectic life. It is really bad, and I am not liking it all.

So decisions will have to be made this week, whether we like it or not. And I better get off my butt soon and do something for my precious little girl. It is, after all, her special day.

Eternal procrastinator

Leah — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:37:53 +0000

It is TV-thon again tonight. Much as I am looking forward to it, I, unfortunately, have tons of writing assignments to attend to, and I am afraid that I will just end up watching them shows rather than writing. And if that does happen, I will not be surprised because it has happened before, so it is not unlikely that it will happen again. LOL. I am the eternal procrastinator, so yeah, I would rather check out low cost car insurance first than sit and do all those lovely reports that are due, by the way, tomorrow. So good luck to me.

Growing up fast

Leah — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:49:00 +0000

The little girl is turning three in a few weeks. Where did all the time go? It seemed like she had a good dose of human growth hormone that we are just amazed at how much she has grown intellectually and physically. She engages now in conversations with us, and she can certainly come up with all these wonderful/funny/innocent-yet-true remarks that is just so entertaining to listen to. And she is definitely now a small child and not just a toddler. I will absolutely miss the days when she was just a tiny bub. At the same time, I am enjoying our time with her now as she develops eventually into a mature person.

Wanted: Clutter clearer

Leah — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:43:29 +0000

Your Mind is 65% Cluttered

Your mind is quite cluttered. And like most clutter, it’s a bunch of crap you don’t need. Try writing down your worst problems and fears. And then put them out of your mind for a while.

How Cluttered is Your Mind?

All this stuff from work and what not’s has sometimes got my mind into overdrive. And yes, sometimes it affects my sleep to a certain point. So it is not good at all, and if I keep at it, I just might need some miracle wrinkle cream. I certainly do not want that.

Sunday Stealing: The Clown’s Meme 2

Leah — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:04:53 +0000

Ooh, I haven’t done Sunday Stealing in a looong while, so I thought I’d give it a shot again.

34. What do you like about the summer?
The fact that I get to wear light clothing, and my sandals and thongs.

35. What do you like about spring?
All the lovely blooming flowers, and the cool weather.

36. How many states/provinces have you lived in?
I have lived in Hong Kong, Cebu, Bacolod, Manila and here in the Capital. They belong to five different states/provinces hence I will answer 5.

37. What cities/towns have you lived in?
As above.

38. Do you prefer shoes, socks, or bare feet?
Shoes please.

39. Are you a social person?
I would say I am in the middle. Depending on my mood and the people who I’d have to mingle with.

40. What was the last thing you ate?
Chicken adobo from last night’s dinner.

41. What is your favorite restaurant?
Oh I can’t say I have only one favorite. To name a few, there’s North Park, La Porchetta, EU cafe, etc.

42. What is your favorite ice cream?
Anything that is chocolate or coffee-based.

43. What is your favorite dessert?
Cheesecake please!

44. What is your favorite kind of soup?
I am not a soup lover, but if I had to choose, I’d pick out Sinigang, which is like a sour soup.

45. What kind of jelly do you like on your PB & J sandwich?
Guava!

46. Do you like Chinese food?
Yep, we eat a lot of Chinese food here.

47. Do you like coffee?
It’s ok, though it’s not something I’d look for.

48. How many glasses of water, a day, do you drink on average?
Not much, and most probably below the recommended 8 glasses. Bad I know!

49. What do you drink in the morning?
Warm milk with a dash of coffee and a little sugar.

50. What non-banking related card in your wallet is the most valuable to you?
My driver’s licence.

51. Do you sleep on a certain side of the bed?
Right now, it’s the left side. Whatever side is the outer one.

52. Do you know how to play poker?
Not really.

53. Do you like to cuddle?
Yes!

54. Have you ever been to Canada?
Nope, but I would like to visit it one day.

55. Do you have an addictive personality?
Yes, I have an addiction for the net. Thanks to Facebook and blogging. And no, I don’t use it for reading up on colon cleanser reviews.

56. Do you eat out or at home more often?
Lately, we are eating out more often. But I wish we could eat at home more.

57. What do you miss about highschool, if anything?
The innocence, and how life is very carefree.

58. Do you know anyone with the same birthday as you?
Yes, I think I’ve got a cousin who shares the same birthday as I do. I also know of several people who celebrate their birthdays on the same week.

59. Do you want kids?
Duh. Of course! I have one myself.

60. Do you speak any other languages?
Yes, Filipino.

61. Have you ever gotten stitches?
Sure do, when I gave birth to our daughter.

62. Have you ever ridden in an ambulance?
Never! And I hope I never get to ride one in my lifetime.

63. Do you prefer an ocean or a pool?
Pool, where it is safe and predictable.

64. Do you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat?
Aisle seat please.

65. Do you know how to drive stick?
Yes. I learned how to drive using a shift stick.

66. What is your favorite thing to spend money on?
Books, clothes and shoes. Not exactly one thing.

Dear Lolo

Leah — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:56:34 +0000

My dearest grandfather, who is actually the only surviving grandparent I have now from either side, will be celebrating his 90th birthday in May. Lolo Nene used to be this very active person who participated in several community projects and loved exercising daily. However, his poor knees are preventing him from doing that for a couple of years now. For his birthday and if I had a magic wand, I’d take away the arthritis from his knees so he can go back to his former active lifestyle. Or more if money was no option, I’d provide him an endless supply of natural arthritis treatment. It’s too bad we cannot go home to the Philippines this year to attend his birthday celebration, but we will certainly be there in spirit.

Thoughts on parenthood

Leah — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:55:19 +0000

I have a couple of friends who are on the family way, one who’s going to be a first time mom, and another who’s having their second baby. So yes, they are happily preparing for the coming of their new addition (pretty much taking care of themselves and religiously taking their prenatal vitamins). I am excited as they are for these little bubs when they pop out later in the year. Parenthood is a choice and sometimes a gift too, and I am happy to have been blessed with it in my lifetime. I wouldn’t have traded it for anything else in the world.

Checking in

Leah — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:30:55 +0000

All this travelling sure does take its toll on your body. I reckon it would be the good substitute for the best weight loss pills. At least for me it works. Well, nothing like good old stress to keep my weight down!

And yes I am back from a 2-day trip to the city of churches. I met the employees from our head office and it was a very interesting stay to say the least. It is just too bad that I was unable to go around to see the sites. I mean, can you believe that I have not taken a single photo during my stay there? So unprepared, so unlike me.

But I am so glad to be back. There’s nothing like having my precocious little girl around. When she and her dad picked me up at the airport today, she said, “I am happy today.”

Tripping

Leah — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:25:02 +0000

In a few more weeks, we are not heading to some Cabo San Lucas rental house, but we are going to the South Coast! I’ve never been there, even if it is just a couple or so hours away. The place is booked, so we just need to show ourselves up. And what better timing as we’ve scheduled it on J’s birthday which falls on a weekend.

Oh and yes, we are visiting Melbourne again during Holy Week, upon invitation by an extended family member. We are also driving down there as well, so it will surely help with the mileage requirements for our car lease. Just thinking about it has got me all excited all over again. I sooo cannot wait!

Dreaming

Leah — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:07:34 +0000

Applying for jobs can be a real pain in the neck. Yes, I am at that point in my life once again me so it isn’t much fun right now for me. Talk about preparing loads of copies of your CV and credentials, then endless job hunts and preparation for interviews. I find it as such a tedious hit-and-miss process. Besides, looking for a great job is like finding a needle in a haystack. But once you do land that dream job (if ever you really do), all that work will have been worth it. I am just looking forward to that day.