Princess and Princes in our Heart:)

My kids are my life, no doubt about that. They filled my heart with happiness. They completed me as a woman! Because of them, I always have the reason to smile. I'm more wealthy than any millionaire in the world. Having kids are truly a joy and wouldn't swap my life for anything in this universe. I count myself as one lucky Mother and having them are is like a treasure that money can't buy. They are one Princess and Prince in our heart. What could be a better blessings? Now, can't wait to meet our lil one too. Another Prince is yet to be born!

Here's the latest picture of my wonderful kids:)

We're on Holiday:)

Me, hubby and the kids are officially on holiday. However, we're not going anywhere but stay here in our humble little family house for we've got loads of things to sort out. First, is to prepare for our little princess little birthday party and having said that we have to go for grocery shopping for all the things we need. I'm hoping that we will achieve many stuff for the entire week. As I mentioned in my previous post that hubby is going to paint the whole flat again before the condensation get worst.

Me, on the other hand have to re-arrange our living room and then separate dig out the kids closet and separate the one that they already outgrown. I have a package that is due to send so I'll be able to put through all of the small stuff that my kids doesn't want to use anymore. Maybe some of my son's clothes I'll kept for little William. And so on....

Anyway, today as I'm going to work for the last day of this week and I am thinking to grab some few stuff for our cleaning session later. By the afternoon we plan to go in the mall to buy a present for Great Granny for her 95th b-day. Also, I have to look for some maternity clothing as well as baby clothing and of course my little princess needs her b-day part outfit as well as my son for tomorrow's event. Ah, this little things will sure cost us fortune but I thought this is what money are for. Only that we have to watch out our budget and perhaps not buy the most expensive one as they only wear it for once or twice. I'll see what Moonsoon's offers at the moment as I'll like to buy little princess dress there. Then perhaps go @ Adam's for my son or maybe in Debenhams so we could also see a shirt for hubby. Hay, this is all for my entire week list of things to do and hopefully we can do some fun before they get back to school. Holiday with loads of work - imagine that!

By the way, here's a shot of my funny little guy on the other day when he was just getting ready for school. Part of his morning routine is to brush his hair for hours in front of our hallway mirror and once he saw me picturing him, he then asked if he could his self-portrait..........

Going to change Car

Currently waiting for our car to come back from the garage as we had the scrape fixed before we finally sell it and buy a newer one. First, hubby's car company allowance is being paid to his account every month and for that he has to comply all the requirements of what car he can get. Second, he has to get a bigger car that can accomodate at least 4 people in case there is in need of a lift. Third, it has to be not more than 2 years old car for safety purposes. Then lastly, it has to accomodate us including our new baby. So, Our Mercedes ML270 was perfect choice for the past few years only that it is now 5 years old. So, that means we have to upgrade to a newer one. Hubby would like to buy another Mercedes but we will just have to see and wait right after we sell our car and how much we get from it then just top up the remaining balance to whatever the new car cost. Our current car price quote is about £10K so we could at least add the same amount to be able to buy the new car. Plus insurance cost and other auto accessories bits that come with it. Nah, this year certainly cost us fortune and its quite stressful for our budget but we really have to change our car soon as possible.

Where was I?

I was all busy these days as you know I am getting everything sorted before the half-term break and that is very soon. We have to redecorate the whole flat so we could sell it or rent this out. We are really trying to move to a bigger place before our little one arrives. Last night hubby was browsing properties locally and found some interesting ones. We have so many choices! One, is to rent out this flat and buy a 3 or 4 bedroom house. Or we stretch out to our budget and buy somewhere even bigger then sell this flat. My view was simple, to keep this flat to let then we should have additional income every month from it. Then in 4 or 5 years time we will have to think of relocating once again to somewhere near to wherever our kids school. We have about 4 years until Kath finally move to a big school and that would be the next town - not far from where we are at the moment. So, if we could stay around here then it could become handy for so many things such as my work and the kids school. Hubby and I have to reallt decide within a month but first we have to really sort this flat out so we could then go to the next step. Ah, so much for this stuff..

On the other hand, one of the so many things I'd like to do is to put up our Christmas tree. Kath had her pink artificial christmas tree from last year and we also have our big one that we used year after year. But this time, I am going to have the real tree as I missed having it. We had it for the first christmas here in England so, it was so cool. Yeah, might cost more but it sure worth having especially for the kids. My other in-laws use real one each year and the other in-laws I have has been using his artificial for 20 old years now. Good value of money for sure, especially this crunch economy.

One more thing......

to do before I finally get my bum outta here....Just I remember to do this before will see the family and discuss the things regarding family elders disease. I am supposed to research about malignant Mesothelioma treatment to see how promising the services are. Just that, I won't be able to log in my PC for weeks because I'll be busy doing things within the half-term break. And will meet up with the family for the Great Granny's b-day celebration and we can suggest to her about this special treatment for her bestfriends hubsband who suffer from this particular disease for years now. Will never know it might lessen the pain a bit and after all that is what life is all about to fight and to live as long as you can.

Mid October

Isn't it quick? Now were in the middle of October and next Thursday will be my daughter's last day of the term. She'll then have a week off from school which is so nice for me as I get to stay in the bed for longer time. My son will not finish the term until the Next Friday but should not be a problem at all. Me and hubby are also taking some holiday off within that week to be with our children. Also, we have to do many things in the house like redecorating and putting some net curtain in our living area. We have to organised and repaint the whole house before Kath's birthday party. Plus, we have to shopping for party food and of course presents, party dress and etc. Hay, it'll surely be a busy week for us all. I have been trying to clean the house every other day but still the dust are unbelievable. And now my pile of laundry is building up again and I shall get it done before the weekend. Oh my, its such a busy life! Anyway, I have to get going after checking some Mopar parts for my friend. The couple just asked a favour as they'll do things for us in return as well.

Apology....

I just chatted my elder sister about 15 minutes ago via YM and I exploded my feelings unintentionally and I know it was wrong for me to do that. She has done nothing wrong with all these years. In fact, she is the one who helped out a lot for our family back in Philippines. She worked her life out soon after she graduated college. Her and I always get in touch to talk about lots of things and still she get all my bullocking for some reason. Poor thing, she doesn't deserve anymore crap from me. She is my elder sister and I should remember that. But, I know that she always understand my situation as I am living far away from them and part of my frustration is not seeing them as often as I want to.[SIGH]!

When our Family faces problems for instance, as its always have, she and I always handles it - come what may! The recent one really hit us all hard but still we keep on praying that we will overcome all this burden and obstacles in no time. We're used to it! I so badly missed them all, no doubt! I think I am just homesick and wishing to visit them but unfortunately I have to wait another year or so to be able to fly out to Pinas. I don't forget how blessed I am but sometimes we have to deal what they called "the priorities" - if you know what I mean? There are times I complained, but aren't we all? The simply reason that I complained and moaned about loads of things these days is, I am pregnant and I believe I suffer this mode swings due to hormones changes. I really hope to get over it soon!

Back to the conversation I did with my sister earlier, I am truly sorry for I was out of control. I so missed all of you and I hope you all know it. I'll visit you all there sometime in the future. I just have to put in my mind that "Patience is a virtue" but sadly, I'm beginning to think that my patience might be running out, lol. Sorry buds, I don't mean anything I'd say. I helped our family heartily and purely with no regrets at all. I have been blessed, we've been all blessed and it is right to share it with anyone I love. I know that in the end, we'll all survive as we always do from the very beginning of our family life's journey. We just need to work with it a little harder and support each other emotionally. I really do apologised! It was so wrong of me to take it out on you - really sorry!

Hubby's Diet updates

Hubby had started his diet about 3 months ago and lost about 8 kilos so far. Now, he's run out of his dieting stuff such as milkshake powder and other weight loss supplements so I said that he has to order quickly before he spoil his diet. I know that he is going to be back eating loads and if not careful stuffing himself with junk foods again. He should continue to do so after all his hardwork few months back. It really works and he looks a bit trimmer now. Hay, I so want him to get back to his size when I first met him. And to be fair, he is really trying only that he can't help himself to eat when he is at work because its so loads of temptation out there. But he was so good for the past few months and hoping he'll continue to do so. So, tonight I'll remind him again to order his diet supplements and etc so he can start where he stop.

My Lovely Baby Bump...

@ 23 weeks, here I am....getting even more bumpy, hahaha.



Been to my pre-natal today and so happy that everything is fine and under control. All my test went exactly as it should be, thanks GOD for that. My blood pressure is getting OK 94/50 and my urine test is also fine. And oh, we heard little Will Bill's heartbeat and it was 130 and very normal. My next appointment will be the 11 of November when I'm 28 weeks but before that I have to go have this sugar level test and I have to drink a bottle of Locuzade. The midwife's also gave me this maternity approval to give to my managers - it was so kind of her. So, that's how my wednesday started. Can't really wait for the big day!

Moving along, I have to cook our Lunch now before going off for my nap as I felt sleepy already while typing this entry. I think I have this nights where I thought I am in deep sleep but I'm really not. This is part of the pregnancy especially when your bump is getting too and it became too uncomfortable to sleep at any position - in short I easily get breathless. My eyes looks tired and I can see my eyebag but that doesn't worry me because once its all done I can always use the best eye cream to get my beauty back, lol. It's not a big deal as I know it will not last unless is ageing which I can't do anything about it. Can't deny as were getting older each day. I'll just have to be happy for my life and for my good health.

The Latest of Me:)

This was taken just a week ago - is it obvious that I love myself? Well, it never happened before that I like myself to be in the picture whilst pregnant because aside from having a big fat face I also get pimples. But this time its simply the contrast and I love my face to bits, lol. I get no single spots and my face ain't that big enough knowing I'm already in 23 weeks. I felt that bloom that everyone talked about and enjoyed it. Soon I'll be posting a picture of me with my huge baby bump and I'm proud of it. I can't explain enough the excitement I am feeling right now. Opps, I just realised I haven't got much time for I have to pick my eldest from school. I was gonna look for the top wrinkle cream online so I could at least send one or two to my older sister back in Philippines as requested. I'm having my package send in the end of this month and yet I am not done in filling it up. Not easy for sure! It's hard to find everything in my list, lol. Hope to go shopping this Saturday if I'm not given an OT shift.

Motorcylce? No-Yes- Maybe!

It was part of my plan to buy a motorbike for my brother back in Philippines on his 21st birthday but that plan has long overdue and part of it because I am nervous now after what happened to my close friends brother. He died after crashing in motorbike and everyone was devastated. I could not put myself in the same situation - I just couldn't! Not only it happened to a close friends brother but to many young people around the world. Motorcycle has more death accident compare to cars. Until now, my friend is still fighting for his brother's life insurance. The last time I heard was they were on the 4 hearing already. I don't know about all the details so its better to leave it behind. For now, I am thinking if ever I'll pursue my plan for my brother then I have to make sure he gets all the proper insurances or get an accident lawyer for future purposes. Having said that, I am keen to check out about Pleasanton motorcycle accident attorney so I can get more knowledge about it.

Incy Wincy Spider...

climbed up the water spout! Down came the rain and washed poor Incy out. Out came the sunshine and dried up all the water. And Incy Wincy Spider climbed up the Spout again!

Its an absolute fave rhymes song of my son. Night after night he never fails to sing it every before bedtime until he fall asleep. However, he gets so scared seeing it in real. He is not so keen on this creepy crawley stuff. There are tons of these on the way to my daughter's school that we even count them every morning. I must say that it amused the kids whilst walking. So, one day I decided to bring my camera just to take a snapshot of it and so here it is. One of fave shot........the rest are in my FLICKR and if you click the picture below it should link you to my account.

WOW! 21 weeks!

tadaaaa....it's me at 21 weeks taken 2 weeks ago the day before my 2nd scan.



Do I look huge? Soo bumpy perhaps! Well, its my belly fat and I know I'll grow even bigger weeks after weeks but, I couldn't be more happier than to carry the most wonderful blessings in the world. I so love kids! If only I could have hundreds but that requires a lot of hardwork and of course a bit of money too, haha. You have to be able to feed them and educate them and be able to provide their needs. So, I think 3 would be enough or who know's if things goes well with us (financially) then we could always have another one later on. But for now let us enjoy this another little life growing in my belly. I'm just excited and can't wait long enough.

Baby's Stuff

I don't know what it is but it really feels like I am first time Mother again. Thats how I feel since I know that I expecting my 3rd child. It maybe because its been a while ago since I had a little one. I'm totally blessed and thankful - its a wonderful feeling. Everything is simply amazing. I couldn't wait to shop for more outfits. I just couldn't get enough of those cute baby clothing out there. I spend most of my time @ baby's corner - wherever I go. But, I'm only at my 23 weeks so there is plenty of time to shop for more baby's stuff. So, as of now we just bought Will Bill's first outfits. Isn't it cute?



Anyway, having our 3rd child made us think to finally move into bigger house because 2 bedroom flat is not really spacious enough to accomodate more than 1 child. We tried to rent last year for 6 months while we did some little renovations of this flat we own but end up paying and spending a little bit more with it and nothing really changed that much. So, we decided to come back after the house market dropped. We couldn't sell our Flat for the price we want. Hopefully things will go smoothly this year or perhaps earlier next year if not we will surely be renting somewhere bigger again. I know it shouldn't be a problem as there are tons of homes for rent in the market recently that me and hubby will surely agree to live for few months while selling our PAD. It could cost us money but with 3 kids we couldn't be bother anymore - we just need space. Hmmm, wish us goodluck!!

Ideal Present for them

It's very rare we do live chatting with my sisters its because they don't have the best software on their end - plus their connection is slow as a snail so, we rarely do it. So, that made me think of getting them a new PC and softwares this Christmas. What it would be like if I try looking about live chat software ? I think it's worth checking before I buy one. It might be more on business like software but I'll see. This could be the answer of our current connection problem while chatting with them. I have always thought of getting them a new package but delayed the idea because of my current financial situation. I have 2 younger sisters who are currently in University and they are always my top priority when it comes to money. But I think its not bad if I squiz a bit by buying them a new Computers as well as chatting software. Hmmm, it woudl help a lot with their studies as they do a lot of online researching too. I shall see how my budget goes this Christmas - if I have enough cash to buy them a joint present then I would not think twice. For now, I would want to check this stuff out for info's.

Wishing and Hoping....

....that I can visit Philippines in a year time. It's been a while since I last visited my family and I know I can't visit next year for we got tons of things to sort out before we can finally take a trip anywhere like applying for my naturalisation for instance. I also want to take a driving lesson so we could have a wide choice of places to move. Again, we are planning to move into a bigger house - if not end of this year might be next year, depending on how quickly we can sell our PAD. I also think that after holidays is a better time to move anyway or even after I give birth. It would be a lot easier if hubby could at least wait until next year. He is very impatient man because he is keen to have an office so he could work properly when he is at home. So, this all means that my visit to Philippines is going be delayed for atleast another year. Never mind, I'm not that desperate anyway - if only I know I'll be spending more money than intended just like 3 years ago. You know what its like being surrounded with relatives. They think that you are rich once you live in abroad. So, 2011 is our plan to visit them and I hope I can save enough money by then. I'm pretty sure I take tons of stuff by the time I'll visit Pinas so I'll have to invest another Samsonite luggage to add the other 3 we have. Samsonite has the best quality luggages and they are absolute durable. So, you pay what you get! It may sound rediculous but I'm starting to buy stuff on sale to bring to my family as pasalubong. I'm keeping them in our storage cabinet that is unused. Hmmm, its going to be exciting!

Another Saturday is over

This is the first weekend of October and now its almost over. This morning I went to work fo 4 hours and that was an OT. I started my morning giving breakfast with my munchkins and then washed them both before they go shopping with Daddy. Of course they had to drop me to work first and foremost. Well, all they need is to buy present for my son's classmate [Ethan] as he was invited on his party. It was held in Wacky Warehouse at 1-3pm this afternoon. The time was quick and before I knew it hubby was already outside waiting for me to come from work. Then we stopped by in the town and pick some bite to eat at Favourite Chicken place. I was dropped home then hubby headed to Wacky again to pick up the kids. They came home with face painting and balloons as well as loot bags full of sweets. Looks like they had a blast! They love to party for sure!

Moving along, this week was pretty hard for me. I got my payslip yesterday which I have been patiently waiting for because I wanted to find out whether my Bank Holiday overtime was included but to my dismay it wasn't. It made me so grumpy and snooty all day - I certainly was not a happy bear since yesterday. Imagine one Sunday OT and Bank Holiday wasn't paid? How dare they? I just couldn't let it passed this time for I work hard for it eventhough it means I have to sacrifice my time with the kids. And now they just totally missed around my wages. It's not fair! Now, I am looking forward for out Wages clinic queries because I'll bloody go and tell them that its annoying not to get paid exactly as what I expected. Also, I'm not very happy of my work so far as they always put me in the place where I shouldn't be because of my current situation. For God sake, I am pregnant can't they say? They full well knows that but still they put me always in that stupid machine where I stand all hours of my shift running around making every customer happy. Though its against my will. None of my co-workers like to work in that specific machine though because they can't stand long hours. So, why should I? Now, it made me think to relocate and to USA and look for New York Jobs. I think USA is better country to live where people appreciate your work and look after their employees properly. Yes, I'm ranting because my situation ain't easy. I don't mind if I wasn't pregnant and my bump is very visibly huge so why hell can't they just put me somewhere where I can sit down and be comfortable. Instead letting those lazy arse people to get away with it.