Wii for Hubby's B-day?

Hubby's birthday is past approaching and I am planning to give him a special present this time. I got him Sony E-reader on Christmas and was planning to get him Nintendo Wii on his birthday. Well, I am pondering on getting him the PSP3 but he mention recently that Nintendo Wii is a lot better as it can be used more for family. He is like that, he always thinks of family first instead of himself even on his special day. That what makes me so proud of him - I felt blessed for having such an ideal man. Anyway, I know the best place where to get this present with their low price is unbeatable! I really hope to get it in the new few weeks and just keep it under our bed, he sure won't notice.

I missed my Sisters, my family back in Pinas...

Although sometimes I'm arguing with my sisters or having disagreement in some things but still we love each other and I do missed them all. I know I haven't been very communicative lately to my little sis but I worry for her a lot and still I have plans for her to come and visit me this summer. Also, I want to send her back to University to finish her nursing as she only 2 semester away. She did apologised months ago and I accept it with all my heart. I still wanna see her happy and have a good life despite everything. She is not bad at all, only that she is probably was influenced by bad groups or choosing the wrong crowd to hang around. There is always that! Having said that, I hope our youngest will stay as good as she is now. She is doing well at School and in couple years time she'll complete her degree as HRM (Hotel & Restaurant Management). Anyway, I also haven't speak to my sister next to me (NOVA) but I see and heard she is well with her live-in boyfriend (the father of her child) and of course my niece (her child). Well, I want to make the things right and I hope to achieve it this year. I pray things will fall into place as plan. I wish them all well and they know how much I love them even after so many argument in the past months. I even plan to visit end of next year but if things goes well, I should have my Mum over this summer together with my little sister for my youngest christening. Ah, finger cross!

Late bedtime again.....

It's really getting too late in here and still I am tapping my PC. I should have been in the bed hours ago but delayed because I just realised that I have few task due. Also, as mentioned previously in my post I am about to upgrade my DSLR and having said that, I have research and reads reviews online so that took me hours. Not only that, I have been researching about mesothelioma lawyer because I am quite curious about this thing. Who knows, if I encounter such problem then I'll know how to deal with it at least. Ah, I think I have enough now, I should go to bed and continue my research tomorrow. My mind just wouldn't stop - it keeps telling me to stay for another half an hour and that would be like few hours more....grrrrrrrrrrrr. Bad addiction!

Canon all the way....

I was torn between this two cams, Canon 7D and Nikon D300s. I am about to upgrade but delayed because I want to make sure I'll but the right one. I've asked help and others opinion as well as read tons of reviews specifically this models I've mention above and still undecided. After posted questions in Flickr and Facebook, I've got quite a replies and now I have decided to stick with the brand that I have lenses and accessories for. So Canon it is........

SAAB this time...

SAAB? It's our new family car that hubby just bought couple weeks ago. Unfortunately we had to let go our Mercedes Benz ML270 as it was already 8 yrs old and hubby's company car rules has to be 4 years old or even newer. We're a little sad because who doesn't love Mercedes? It was a great car - very safe, very well build, SUV type and really posh. Now we have this SAAB State its a lot newer as its only less than 2 years old. Its not cheap either but Mercedes is quality! We missed our Benz but we had to be more sensible because we are saving for our kids private education and to be able to afford that we had to save more and by saving more we have to give up our luxurious lifestyle. Not totally luxurious really - its a bit much to say it but had to give up some things and car is one of them. Mercedes is an expensive car to run, the petrol consumption are not good compare to our current one. Not to mention the road tax, insurance, and etc. The cost of running it (if we add it all) is killing us. Honestly, a bigger house and good private education for kids are our top priority at the moment. And hubby is banking on his yearly pay raise. He is rather hoping they'll win the contract and the result is yet to be reveal in couple weeks time. By then, he'll get this year's pay raise and that should pretty much cover the kids education. Ah, if only we have all the dough in the world!

Anyway, for some reason the garage where we bought our new car gave us this bunch of flowers as well as free insurance quote, it was so nice of them really - knowing how much the cost and hassle of getting an insurance, ah it would certainly be a pain.

Not this year...

The chance of us going for a holiday is zero. And why? Its because we have a little one and we couldn't think for a second to even consider the idea. This year we are busy anyway. Domestically booked! We'll have loads to do we don't even know where to start. Not to mention the kids passport are expired and I have to get my naturalisation and a passport for the little one too. An, these things are so much for me to keep myself busy this season. As much as I like to go for a holiday I think I' rather explore within UK this year. It'll be the best for us all especially the kids are still young to go anywhere outside the country. There will be sure more time to do that but for now I'll do what is planned and hopefully we'll achieve at least 60% percent in our what do to list. I sound ambitious but I'll do try! Anyway, if any of you plan for a summer vacation then consider this opportunity in Outer Banks vacation rental by checking the website @ www.carolinadesigns.com. I'd heard they have some real good deals of accommodation according to your taste. I certainly look forward for more offers next year when we are ready to holiday ourselves we could get an apartment from them.

Signs of Spring...

Last weekend we visited my in-laws. Well, it was arranged for us to stay the whole weekend while our windows are changed. Although it wasn't the best weather but still we enjoyed our stay. I was able to captured the first spring blossoms and taking my Macro lens was definitely a great idea. I'd wish for more but it rained pretty much the whole weekend so I settle for few shots this time but I'm hoping for more snapping flowers next time. Here's my pick.....

Any Zit problem?

I have took this photo about few weeks ago. I am much happier this time because I didn't have any zit problem at all. When I was pregnant with my 2nd child my face was covered with zits. And yeah, it wasn't fun having it all - it definitely destroy my confidence. But I was fortunate to get rid of it all because sooner after I given birth I used the best zit remedy and it works, it cleared all my zit away. I was happy as bee! So, if you guys have encounter the same problem then you know the best solution. Feel free to visit www.zitremedies.org - is the place where I got mine. It really works and it should work for you too. See my face now? As smooth as babies bottom, hehe!

My lil Fashion Model

Daughter definitely a mother's best friend. I'm so lucky to have a beautiful daughter and not to mention a smart one. My Kath is growing up so fast and as always Daddy teased me that in couple years time I'll be looking up high because she's gonna shoot up way taller than me. I love dressing her up and she love to dress up too. She is my best buddy and I am thankful to have here. Last weeken, we had this photoshoot and she is loving every minute of it.

So stubborn.....

Ah, when it comes to weight loss I kind of get hubby the subject all the time. I'm just frustrated sometimes because its not that difficult to maintain a good health. Well, I mean to maintain a good weight because health is more like uncontrollable because we don't really know when we caught bugs and viruses - depending on the environment your at really. Anyway, as I said I keep nagging my husband regarding his weight because he ate more the bad stuff rather than the healthy ones. I think his weight contribute to his stress, headaches and etc. Most weekend he is under the weather, either caught a bug, cold or fever something like that. Recently, I forced him to take vitamins. I keep buying him the best vitamin for men but he just not taking it. His reason, he forgot all the time. Ah, until when I have to nagged him? Nah, he certainly frustrates me the most.

Hubby's weight problem

has been ongoing....! The thing is, he ate pretty much junks especially when he is driving to work back and forth. You wouldn't believe how much chocolates, wine gums and cola he stocked on his car for his journey. Mind you, he drive to work everyday like an hour or so depending the traffic. Sometimes he goes earlier and come home very late. And the amount of junks in the car is absolutely outrageous. I keep telling him off! I told him he has to watch his health carefully and should eat more healthy food everyday. Then he promised to cut his junk intake and I kind of see him doing it lately and I'm proud. It's a good start and I have to keep him motivated so he'll do it as continuously. I am willing to help him with and in fact I am researching about men diet pills for alternative. But I suggest to him that exercising and eating healthily are the best one to start with. Ah, at least he listened!

New Moon

Finally, I watched the movie last night with my husband and kids. It was an OK movie for me though. I am not as mad about it like most of the people do. Well, I know for sure it made millions on its first day launched but I'm glad I wait for the blu-ray. I wasn't really paying much attention of the first movie so I kind of lost somewhere in the middle (should watch it again since we've got the DVD) but hubby explained it to me kindly. I didn't even know which is Edward and Jake, lol. Now I know why women or girls (especially teenagers) love Jake - man, he's hot! But I like Edward more, he's kind of cool and calm yet mysterious. Anyway, I'm now satisfied that I finally watched it so I can tell myself that I'm not behind the trend anymore, hehe.

Itchy Face

My face is so itchy right now and I'm scratching on it. I don't know what set me off though. All I can think of are the pollens because I was out in the garden today taking photos of the daffodils. But, I'm not really allergic to pollens or anything because it never happened before. It could be my day cream and perhaps I had to switch to some milder day creams. I'll see in the morning first and if it gets worst then maybe I'll have to see a dermatologist. Nah, I better get going now, it's late in here, nearly midnight and I have to get ready for bed yet. My eyes are really struggling to keep up this bad habit of mine. Had to change my routine really for I needed more sleep these days to keep me strong because I have 3 handful children to take care of. So, goodnight all!

Mother's day Photos

Mothering Sunday was last weekend and I simply celebrated it with my husband and kids. Though hubby had to go to work in the afternoon but he managed to give his cards and present before he left. He cooked me breakfast too! My kids got me cards as well and little presents. I am just happy, grateful, thankful for being so blessed with so much and my kids are the best thing ever happened to me. Anyway, here's some Photo we took using the self-timer. Sorry, Baby William was fast asleep...and we couldn't bare the thought of disturbing his sleep. So, just us 3 in these set.

Prenatal Vits

I'm glad I'm over with pregnancy and now I'm working on looking after 3 kids. Their handful I know but it's my job and my responsibility to make sure they are well taken care of. Much, much easier now that I have an 8 year old who helped me too. Anyway, talking about kids, my friend will be joining motherhood soon. She is 14 weeks pregnant. I chatted to her last night and she is talking about trying different prenatal vitamins because she's reacted badly to the one she currently taking. I suggested her to visit the Doctor and have her prescribe the right prenatal vits as it is important for baby and her.

The biggest Contract yet

Hubby's work is stressing him so much these days. They had their biggest presentation last week for winning the biggest contract for Airport transport service but yet unsure whether they did the right thing or not. Too anxious for the result and their companies anticipation drive them nuts. Everyone are panicking because if other bidders outbid them then most of them will be jobless in 2 weeks time. And that what makes them worried right now. The result is yet to be reveal on the 12th of April and right now all they can do is work as normal. I prayed that they'll win it because hubby invested a lot with it. Our life rely on that contract so, please oh Lord let those Sharks pick the right fish who truly deserved the contract. Hubby's company works really hard for the transport services and that they deserve to win that specific contract.

Hope to move out soon...

Right now our flat have so much crap around. So, last night I was trying to organised even just the kids bedroom and sad to say I have found so many broken toys and bin it all. I am just hoping desperately to move out this summer to a bigger place. If things work well then we should be. For now, we have these people working on our window and after we should be able to paint through the wall and ceiling then stored some furniture out and other bulky stuff we have in this small flat to make a better space for selling. We're planning to put this place into the market right after Easter and with a high hope it would sell quickly. Finger cross on that! We just need a bigger place with a garden for the kids to play around because they are getting so grown up now and badly needed space to let loose. They get so bored inside the house especially my 4 year old son. I really can't wait any longer. I'm too excited to think about the whole new place and decorating it to my taste. I can't wait to shop for new stuff and this time I would like to have some rustic furniture for our new home. Ah, moving house excites me the most however stressful it can be.

Sport Relief...

Last night I watched Sport Relief 2010 on BBC and was heartbroken after seeing those people who suffered malnutrition, malaria, HIV and are dying helplessly (especially the children). It really made me tear-eyed after watching the program. I learned a lot from it, like how to be grateful in every little blessings that comes my way. I now realised that I am so blessed with more than I needed. So, I told my kids that they should eat whatever put on their plate and not fuss about because there are millions of kids in this world who are dying due to starvation. Sport relief is a yearly charity activity where me and hubby always give donation to this programmed. Last night hubby asked me how much we should give and I said whatever we can afford to for I know that every penny helps and change people lives out in Africa. Sometimes I stop myself and thought of how lucky I am to be able to support my family back in Philippines and that I should not complain because I am just sharing my little blessings to them. Ah, this kind of program just keep me goes on and on.

The Pressure is on.....

It's nearly spring time but the temperature still the same. I don't know when it's gonna drop down but sure I know in summer it'll certainly would. Anyway, its been nearly 6 weeks since I'd given birth to my 3rd child and I haven't lost any weight at all. As mentioned previously my belly is till bulging out...so, the pressure of taking exercise is on or going to the gym regularly. Last night me and hubby had a serious thought about changing our diet because it's all of us who've put so much weight on since last years autumn. Therefore we have to start getting active and do more activities outdoors this summer. We should start keeping a healthy lifestyle now rather than putting it off until we move house. Too many excuses certainly don't help! Right, we agreed on changing diet, getting us all active and gym is another choice for hubby too. So, I'll have him order this bodybuilding supplements online so he can use it at the same time. Planning is a good start and next we will definitely start working on our plan.

Photography Gear Obsession

I have been talking for DLSR upgrade since last year and now I am ready to buy one. The problem is, I am so torn between these two DLSR (Canon EOS 50D or Canon EOS 7D). I was so locked on with the 50D for years but changed my mind after seen the 7D. I will buy it myself because I thought I deserved a treat after all the disappointment I got from my family in Pinas. I have been working for nearly 3 years and always poured every single penny to them and after all they just let me down and I am so furious about it. So, I thought to better save my money instead. Well, I didn't totally cut my family off only to those who let me down. Still I am paying for our youngest University fees and the rest of my salary I saved. Now I have the budget for a new DLSR (from my own sweat and blood, lol) so I'll buy it pretty soon. Hubby said, I should go for it. And oh, I want a new lens too! A flickr contact suggested me this Tamron 90mm f2.8 SP AF Di Macro 1:1 because he said it's a good portraiture lens. I just want a reasonable portrait lens for this summer plus I'll have 2 wedding to attend. If not, I'll go for the 85mm.

Online Weight Loss Supplements

Okay, besides hubby's weight problem, I am thinking of mine as well. After 5 weeks of giving birth my tummy is still bulging. No doubt, it due to sitting too much in front of my PC and doing bugger all. Compare to few years ago when I was more active and always running errands here and there. Networking certainly delays my exercise plan.I just need motivation and perhaps a good weather help too. Well, its nearly Spring time and I think it'll be the best time to start thinking about dieting and so on. I have found a really good source of diet supplements in this site, http://www.weightlosssupplement.org and I have yet to check out their good deals. So, if you are like me who are planning to trim down before summer then I suggest you check this site too. Lets do it!

I'm soo dumb....

Asked me why? Its because I totally forgot my 2 blog username and password. I have been trying to log in for months now. They are my .com domains as well and I would really like to keep it. But how the hell I forget the email address and password. I can't recover it. I just don't know how. But I'm not giving up, I believe that one of this day I'll remember it. For now, I'm completely a gold fish, suffering memory loss. Perhaps it's due to hormones changes. Well, I'll see later on if I could bring back the memory again, lol.

Joint Remedy

Hubby has been complaining about his back lately and I think its because of his weight. I admit he is over weight and should go on diet sooner. He has a big belly but the rest of his body are skinny. So, I think his joint bones are aching because it can no longer carry his belly weight. He has been taking pills such as joint supplements and it really help. He feels a lot better. But still I think he needs to diet and lose that excess meat on his tummy. It's bulging everywhere, hehehe.

Motherhood is Simply the best thing........

...no doubt! I am one proud Mama, really. To be honest I don't really care if I have little sleep - if the reason are my kids then so be it. I am just happy to think that I am blessed with 3 wonderful kids and that one reason completes me. I have so many bad days, cranky weeks with my children but they're all worth every single seconds of my life. So, I simply treasure the moments! I realised that "Life is too short" so I thought of making the most and spend quality time with my children as much as I could.

Colon Cleanse

It's 7 minutes passed 7 here in the morning and I got up for couple of hours already because I had to changed my little one's nappy and now he is back to sleep, I thought of grabbing this quick opportunity to blog. I was just browsing online really - looking for some new stuff for this Spring/Summer and probably found so many new and interesting trends that I may add to my wardrobe. I was in the shops yesterday and saw loads of exciting stuff but manage to hold the temptation and just grabbed few. I know that I have still to lose weight before I can even think of shopping - I know its tempting but had to stop myself because in few months time there'll be more coming in the market so I have better save my budget for that to come. Anyway, besides fashion searching I also stumble about Colon cleanse and how it may benefits to people. I get so into it very quickly, perhaps it interest me so much. Well, it is about health I am quite paranoid about good health and thought of so many things to stay fit and healthy so I came across about colon cleanse benefits and beyond. I may suggest it to hubby because I believe it is good thing to consider especially him on his diet pills. It may cleanse off all toxic in his body that may cause blockage of his colon. Well, its better safe than sorry.

Still has this extra meat..........

I may look great in my photo and slimmer but I am not in the personal because I still have this extra meat in my belly or shall I say body because its all over me. Anyway, I have set my mind in losing weight maybe in few months later because as I said for now I am still breastfeeding and I don't want to lose any nutrients for my baby's sake. However, there are some weight loss product that are considerate and that keep still healthy all the way. I am yet to check this out and who knows I migth start my diet earlier as I thought it'll be. Here's some recent photos of me......

Weekend in Grandpa& Grandma

Last couple weeks ago we went down to Grandma and Grandpa's place in Amberley to spend the weekend with them. We were invited for Lunch and we had roast Lamb, roast potato with brussel sprout and swede. We had crumble and custard for pudding, yum! The kids always love it when we visit the place because its huge and they can around loosely. Anyway, as always tagged along the camera with me so I never failed to take photo of them all and here are few to keep....

Diet Plan.......

I have noticed that my tummy is still bulging after 4 weeks of giving birth to my 3rd child. I am sure this time 4 years ago I was already a little bit slimmer but according to hubby it is only my imagination because he thought I am way smaller this time, however; I am not sure how he figure it out. If only I can find all my photos to compare but that would be the least thing I would want to do. Anyhow, I am pretty keen on starting my plan regarding dieting. But as a breastfeed Mum, all I can do is take it easy and eat the proper balance diet to maintain the nutrients for my baby. According to many, breastfeeding is the best way to lose weight. Well, for now I'll settle eating healthy foods and when the right time come I surely consider using this quick weight loss plan. I know that this will work for me and as it works for many people.

Birthdays.........

Hubby's niece celebrated her 12th birthday last week as well as his nephew few days ago. This Sunday we will be gathering to celebrate FIL's 73rd birthday @ BIL's place in Crystal Palace which means we'll see the other two celebrant. We are yet to buy presents and thinking of going shopping on Saturday. If not, online shopping to the rescue. I've seen loads of idea online and it won't be a problem regarding the shipping. Definitely, I'm more into girly stuff so I am in charge on buying hubby's niece a present and just as well because I've got a great idea already. Since, she loves clothing and accessories and more to the point I know exactly the most liable gifts for her. She is not hard to buy because she is just simple and grateful of what she get. So, I leave hubby to pick the rest. I mean to buy the boys one.

I'm sooo thankful...

that my baby is a lot better now after a week in the hospital. Its rough tough life watching your little one in pain and it's no fun at all! I am grateful for yet another answered prayers. God never fails to helped me out when I needed him most. He is truly a great GOD and a amazing friend who never leave your side in the my most sad and depressed days in my life. I thanked him for healing my son!