A Fil-Am Journey

GOLIATH, MEET DAVID

2010-01-28T20:55:00.000-05:00

cat vs. bear @ Yahoo! Video

This is hilarious as the cat obviously intimidated the much larger bear and succeeded in protecting the premises!! I love watching cats fight other animals with their paws ready to strike at any second. What's even funnier is watching a black bear get scared away while listening to the giggles of a little girl in the background. Can anyone identify the language they are speaking??

TIME TO BLAST OFF!!

2010-01-27T18:34:00.003-05:00

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MOST USED PASSWORDS

2010-01-26T20:12:00.000-05:00

It's amazing how uncreative we can be when choosing passwords. I didn't check the year the above was tabulated but I assume it was recently. Lesson here? Have a password that no one but YOU can remember or discover. Sounds logical and simple but unfortunately hackers seem to always be finding users that just go with the flow....are any of your passwords here? CHANGE THEM!!!!!!

VALENTINE'S DAY IN BRANSON

2010-01-26T19:42:00.001-05:00

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hiltons of Branson. All opinions are 100% mine.

The Midwest has always had a special place in my heart and the reasons are many. But one of the main reasons is the atmosphere created by the beauty of the land and the goodness of the people. One of my favorite places in the Midwest is Branson, Missouri. Branson is an entertainment capital in the Midwest and has a lot to offer both young and old. They have a variety of shows that include magicians, rock 'n' roll, country, family harmonies, comedy, variety, dinner shows, gospel, and well-known performers that make appearances. Also, it is little known that Branson, Missouri has more theater seats than Broadway. And right now it is the perfect time to visit for a nice Valentine's Day get-a-way!

Whether you want to play miniature golf, enjoy go-carts, water parks, and history museums, or simply take a nice romantic walk with your Valentine, you can do it all while staying in Branson. You can see the Titanic and even stop at the famous College of the Ozarks. It's a beautiful part of the country that has so much to offer. You can enjoy the spirit of Valentine's Day with shows, parades, the old time charm of Branson or a simple swim and spa treatment. Then at night you can retire in the luxury and comfort of either the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing or the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel. I would encourage you to click on any of the above links and discover for yourself the beauty and romance of Branson.

GUESS WHO'S TURNING 2??

2010-01-20T19:49:00.000-05:00

Has it been two years already?? In a few short weeks our little rascal will be turning two years old!! Looking back at his baby pictures, he and his little brother look so much alike! Two handsome and charming little boys.....twin towers?? Maybe someday!!! Please join us in wishing our precious son a very Happy Birthday!!!! Actually it's not until next month but he wanted us to get the word out early!!

HAPPY 2 MONTHS TO DYLAN!!

2010-01-20T19:41:00.000-05:00

Here's our little angel at the precious age of 2 months!! He is growing so rapidly - 14 lbs and 23 inches at two months....not bad!! We hope you enjoy the pics of Daniel's little brother.

Here he is sitting up, with a little help, giving us that charming smile!

Our happy little boy!!

Dylan loves his swing and will often fall asleep for hours at a time here!

Here's that "Mommy I need a diaper change" look.

All bundled up!!!!!

Getting some much needed sleep after some playtime with his Kuya!!

SNOWING IN GEORGIA??

2010-01-07T19:13:00.001-05:00

It certainly did snow in Georgia today although it didn't amount to much and yes, the schools closed and the grocery stores are out of milk and bread. Why milk and bread - who knows but people are creatures of habit and tradition......which means many could be led to the slaughter?

Daniel playing in the snow...all bundled up!

Dylan and Mommy sharing a moment of joy! Just like Daniel, Dylan LOVES his Mommy!

Dylan and bath time!! Notice Kuya trying to help???

Mommy can you get your hand off my nose???

This is the "after" picture of Daniel playing in the snow. All tuckered out! We hope everyone is having a great January kick-off to the new year!

PACQUIAO - MAYWEATHER - NO GO

2010-01-07T18:42:00.001-05:00

The much-anticipated showdown between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, scheduled for March 13 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, is history promoter Bob Arum told ESPN.com on Wednesday night.

It's a shame that pure boxing skill has nothing to do with the outcome of this but that psychology and cowardice played the largest role.....for Mayweather that is. He absolutely didn't want the fight and tried to save face by using unreasonable blood testing demands as his reason. Such a coward...Mayweather that is.

DANIEL OR DYLAN??

2009-12-16T20:06:00.000-05:00

Can you guess who is who??

Daniel or Dylan??

Many similarities and many differences but our two boys are both angels. By the way, the top picture is Daniel and the other picture is Dylan. Did you guess?

Our blog was "kind of hacked" for a while but you can't keep a good blog down for long. Yours truly did some fancy html editing and we are back in business. Our apologies to those who came to our blog only to find it not working. We promise more pics as our family grows and as our Fil-Am Journey gets better and better every single day!!

OUR FAMILY UPDATE

2009-12-02T20:19:00.015-05:00

I think we have settled into a routine for the time being.....we are obviously back home and everyone is doing well. Dylan is growing and growing, Mommy is getting stronger and stronger, Daniel is warming up to his brother so much and Daddy is happier than ever! Here are a few photos of our growing family.

Daniel is warming up to the reality of having a little brother. He runs to Dylan whenever he cries, he kisses him endlessly and he will even give him a little headbutt just to remind him who's the oldest!

Mommy and Daddy enjoying some special time together!

Daniel and Dylan actually sleeping at the same time!! Small miracle!

Here is Dylan - wide awake, beautiful eyes and looking all around!

Daniel kissing his little brother - we're so proud of him for loving his little brother so much!!

Daddy and the boys both sound asleep.

Another pic of our precious anak.

Caught in the act!! Always hungry and always sleepy!

Dylan drifting off to sleep in his swing!!

ONLINE DEGREE FROM USC

2009-12-02T19:49:00.005-05:00

Earning a degree is just as important now as ever before. But with our busy lifestyles, it is sometimes difficult to ever think about going to college and devoting so much time on the road going to and from classes. That's why online colleges are fast becoming the standard in education. So many schools now allow you to take a course of study right in the privacy of your own home. You can actually go to college online, get a degree, and professionally market yourself in the workplace for a better job! And, like it or not, we know that sometimes a bachelors degree is not always enough, especially in the field of education.

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This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of USC. All opinions are 100% mine.

DYLAN GLENN IS HERE!!

2009-11-23T17:38:00.031-05:00

The big day arrived and our son Dylan Glenn was born on November 20th at 11:30am!! He weighed 8lbs 9.2 oz and 21.5 inches. His Daddy was 21 inches when he was born so Dylan will be even taller!?!! He and Mommy are doing so very well and everyone is back home now resting. Thank you Lord for our beautiful baby boy!! Here are some "before and after" photos - enjoy!!

Here we are about 10 minutes from being taken back to the C-Section room for the delivery.

I took this picture while waiting outside the delivery room. They were giving Debbie anesthesia and allowed me in the room once everything was settled.

And here is Dylan about 30 seconds after being delivered!! He arrived at exactly 11:30am. Since he was delivered by C-section, he had more fluid in his lungs that needed to come out so the nurses are working on him here.

Here is our angel resting just shortly after applying the antibiotic cream to his eyes.

Proud, proud, proud Daddy holding Dylan in the nursery.

Mommy and Dylan back in the room after the delivery!! Tired but oh so happy!!

Our precious Dylan sleeping soundly after the big day! Looks like his Kuya!!

Daniel is now a Kuya and as expected, was a little jealous. He will come around and we are sure they will be the best of friends.

Daniel giving his little brother a nice kiss!!

Daddy and his boys!!

Here is Evelyn, our Filipino nurse - we met her when we had Daniel and were lucky enough that she was working while we were there with Dylan!!

Our little angel, sleeping peacefully!

Daniel was intrigued with the remote for the TV....see the red button at the bottom of the remote? He pushed that about 15 times - it's the call button for the nurses!!

Mommy and her boys!!

Mommy rocking Dylan right before we left for home.

Our good friend Annie paid Dylan a visit!! She is Daniel's Ninang. A special thank you to Annie for getting up at 5:00am to cook and deliver to the hospital Debbie's favorite soup. Thank you so much!!

Daniel, relaxing and taking it easy before taking Dylan home.

Another good friend, Trina (Dylan's soon to be Ninang), visiting Dylan - a special thank you to Trina for keeping Daniel for us during the first couple of days. She also spent the night at the hospital with Debbie so I could be home with Daniel. Thank you so much!!

Our sweet Dylan sleeping peacefully in his crib for the first time!

Dylan is all bundled up ready to go to his first doctor's appointment.

Here he is at the doctor for his first checkup!! Perfect bill of health!!!

Wide awake at his doctor's appointment - beautiful eyes just like his Mommy!!

Uncharacteristically sober picture of Daniel - still thinking about being a Kuya for the first time. He has such a loving heart and we know he will love his little brother so much. It's an adjustment for him too!!

Dylan receiving his first visitors at home. Barry, Vilma and Jhona came to visit him and we appreciate them so much!!

LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN

2009-11-18T20:36:00.008-05:00

The countdown is on and Daniel's baby brother will be here soon! He is getting the most out of every day as very soon his little brother will be here taking up a lot of Mommy and Daddy's time! Here are a few pictures before the big day gets here.......

Debbie looks so gorgeous whether she is pregnant or not. Here she is at 9 months and ever so close to the big day. Your prayers are appreciated for a safe and perfect delivery!

Daniel and Daddy enjoying one of the few quiet moments he will let us have. He's all boy and very soon will be a Kuya...........we know he will set a good example for his little brother.....right?

Our handsome anak and soon to be Kuya......Daniel is such a happy boy and we are thrilled he will be a big brother very soon.

We are coveting your prayers at this time as the big day draws near........we will certainly post pictures of our Dylan Glenn once he is born and he and Mommy are resting.

IT WAS SOOOOOOO WORTH THE MONEY!!

2009-11-18T20:30:00.004-05:00

We broke down and spend $55+ dollars to watch the Pacman defeat Cotto on HBO On Demand!!! It was thrilling to say the least and Debbie almost went into labor during the first few rounds. I remember us looking at each other and commenting on how tough Cotto was and that maybe Pacquiao was in for a difficult fight. But after the "first" knockdown, our blood pressure started to rise and we watched with unbelieveable excitement as he totally dominated Cotto and finally finished him off. We actually began to feel sorry for Cotto hoping they would stop the fight sooner but...........that took care of itself. Can't remember who the undercards were.........

OH' THE CHANGES WE'VE BEEN THROUGH

2009-11-18T20:27:00.001-05:00

This video takes about 4 minutes but it will blow your mind in terms of what we have been through and all the improvements and innovations through the years. It's actually very inspiring - enjoy!!

TAPPING YOUR FOOT TO THE CLASSICS

2009-10-19T19:38:00.002-04:00

This lasts a little over three minutes but it's fun to watch and if you are a movie fan, you will certainly enjoy it. Be patient as it starts out slow but the catchy tune will soon captivate you. Enjoy!

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

2009-10-19T19:16:00.005-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. Stem cells in our blood are proving to be one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes, cerebral palsy and now research shows it can fight breast cancer! Which is why Cryo Cell, the leader in stem cell research, has teamed up with the National Institute of Health (NIH) to explore the potential utilization of menstrual stem cells to treat breast cancer. The partnership is underway to better understand the C’elle stem cells and their potential benefit for the treatment of breast cancer.

And right now for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cryo-Cell is offering contributions to the Susan B. Komen Foundation as follows:

$50 for each purchase of the “Protect Baby, Protect Mom” service
$25 for each purchase of the “C’elle Menstrual Stem Cell” service

This C'Elle Breast Cancer Donation and Cyro-Cell Breast Cancer Donation will go a long way toward finding the most effective treatments for breast cancer. As noted earlier, the key within our blood is the stem cells which means this subject can be controversial - but as you can see, the benefits of such research are numerous. The value of menstrual blood and the stem cells within cannot be overstated. To learn more about this important subject, simply click on any of the above links. The information found is life-saving.

ARNEL PINEDA ON OPRAH

2009-10-06T21:27:00.005-04:00

Arnel Pineda and the rest of the members of the rock band “Journey” recently guested on Oprah. During the show, Journey's Filipino front man could not believe that he was being interviewed by no less than Winfrey herself. "I'm facing you Winfrey right now. You are one of the biggest names in show business and I'm facing you. It's like… I'm not allowed to be here but I'm here. And I thank God for that," he said. - Yahoo News

I am always amazed at the humble attitude Arnel has even after earning millions and seeing the world doing what he loves. In spite of the sudden fame and fortune, he has maintained his "Filipino" spirit. Check out the YouTube video here.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN MICHAEL!!

2009-10-06T20:23:00.001-04:00

Daniel's been a busy boy lately as he has had a couple of friend's birthday parties to attend. Here are a few photos from the birthday party of his friend John Michael who celebrated his 2nd birthday with a party at his church. As you can imagine, the day was filled with great food and plenty of fun!! And, in case you hadn't already guessed, Daniel fell asleep on the way home. Enjoy!!

Here is the birthday boy in one of his famous "cheese" moments!! Cutie John!! Daniel was a little busy at the moment.......

Daniel and Mommy enjoying the fun!!

Here, the birthday boy is getting ready to make a wish and blow out his candle!

Mission accomplished!! Now it's time to eat!!

Daniel enjoyed all the kids and especially all the toys in the nursery! He played from one end to the other!

Here, the Mommies enjoy a quick break from all the kids. Thank you to John and family for inviting us all to his wonderful party!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARAH!!!

2009-10-06T20:20:00.008-04:00

We had another birthday party to attend....or should I say another birthday Daniel was invited to!! We had a great time and our little son thoroughly enjoyed himself as well!! Hope you enjoy the pics!

Never camera shy, here is Daniel in the middle of a crowd enjoying himself!

My Sweetheart and her friend (Daniel's Ninang) posing for the camera!

Here are the ladies getting together for a pose - anyone notice how the guys never get together for a picture?

Cutie pie Sarah, the birthday girl, surrounded by lots of friends getting ready to make a wish and blow out her candles!

This little girl caught Daniel's attention. "Hey, where'd you get the candy? Can I have a bite?"

Getting no reaction, Daniel finally confronts her. "Seriously, let me have a bite!!"

A special thank you to goes out to Sarah and her family for inviting us to celebrate this wonderful birthday occassion!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JENNY!!

2009-10-06T20:08:00.008-04:00

Mr. Popular gets another invitation to celebrate the birthday of his friend Jenny! She turned 15 and she and her family are good friends of our family. Enjoy the photos!!

Daniel, his good friend William and the birthday girl!

Daniel took a moment to get away from the action and sneak upstairs. Fortunately, his Mommy caught up with him!

The "girls" posing with the birthday girl!

Jenny and some of her friends posing for a birthday photo!

Looks like everyone was tired from all the partying!

Lastly, all the kids enjoying pizza and birthday cake! A special thank you to Jenny for inviting us to celebrate her special day!!

COOKING ANYONE??

2009-10-03T09:32:00.004-04:00

The Midwest has always had a special place in my heart and the reasons are many. But one of the main reasons is the atmosphere created by the beauty of the land and the goodness of the people. One of my favorite places in the Midwest is Branson, Missouri. Branson is an entertainment capital in the Midwest and has a lot to offer both young and old. They have a variety of shows that include magicians, rock 'n' roll, country, family harmonies, comedy, variety, dinner shows, gospel, and well-known performers that make appearances. Also, it is little known that Branson, Missouri has more theater seats than Broadway. And right now during the onset of the Fall months it is the perfect time to visit.

The Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel has a special package they have put together just for this time of year. The weekend of October 16th and 17th at the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel they will be celebrating Cooking School Weekend. The Hotel’s very own Chef, Nathan Read, will be featured as he teaches participants how to prepare the appetizers that he served at the Wine Tasting when the participants arrived. Later, the guests will experience a lavish four-course dinner paired with appropriate wines and then learn how to prepare the featured meal the following morning. It's an incredible experience for the experienced cook as well as those wishing to learn more. This is a one-of-a-kind package!!

Branson is located in a beautiful part of the country that has so much to offer. From championship golf courses, lakes and museums to 49 live entertainment theaters, Branson offers the perfect family get-away! I would encourage you to click on the above link and discover for yourself the beauty of Branson.

MORE TO COME?

2009-09-29T20:30:00.004-04:00

Hundreds of thousands of exhausted Philippine flood survivors crammed into schools, gymnasiums, churches and other makeshift shelters on Tuesday as the death toll from the weekend disaster soared to 246. - Tue Sep 29, 1:14 pm ET

And there's more to come - the World Meteorological Organization said in Geneva a new tropical depression had formed east of the Philippines on Tuesday, although it was too soon to predict whether it would form a cycle that would reach the archipelago. The only thing to do is to send our prayers and support. I heard the President opened up the Presidential Palace and allowed some of the flood victims to enter. Nice gesture.

THAT'S A HUGE BABY!!!!

2009-09-28T19:39:00.000-04:00

An Indonesian woman has given birth to an 19.2-pound baby boy, the heaviest newborn ever recorded in the country, a doctor said Wednesday. The baby, who is still unnamed and is 24.4 inches long, was born by Cesarean section Monday at a public hospital in North Sumatra province. - AFP

Evidently the mother had diabetes and the baby received too much glucose during the pregnancy. I love the way the other baby is looking at him. Can you imagine breastfeeding him? In any event, that's one HUGE baby!!!!

2010 CAMARO GIVEAWAY

2009-09-28T19:26:00.002-04:00

Have you heard about the Camaro Sweepstakes? Charter Communications is giving away the hard to find 2010 Camaro 2SS just in the nick of time for the back to school rush. This truly is the best 'back to school' deal online right now for high speed, speaking of the car and the internet service! They had been running their very successful laptop giveaway and even extended the contest for an additional two months. Many laptops were given away during that contest and now it's time to give away an even bigger prize - now they are giving away one of the fastest cars in North America, a 2010 Camaro, and this contest runs from September 15th to November 26th at 12:00 noon.

When comparing, you will find that Charter Communications has the best prices out there. When you sign up for one of their services you will receive a free gift card. In times like these, that is a tremendous give-a-way. You can get a $100 gift card when you buy 3 Charter services, $50 gift card for 2 services, and $25 gift card when you buy 1 Charter service! Simply click on any of the links in this post and you will be taken to their website where you can read all the details about this great offer.

Charter Communications offers a great deal on Digital Home™, High-Speed Internet and Telephone services plus a chance to win a valuable prize. Also, you can follow Charter on Twitter and Charter on Facebook. Be sure to click any of the above links and check out the great deals and the great giveaways from Charter Communications!

IT'S A BABY SHOWER!!!

2009-09-22T19:36:00.015-04:00

Our Pinoy friends recently threw a baby shower for us and we celebrated the upcoming birth of our son, Dylan Glenn!! Below are some pictures from the party and as, always, we had such a great time!! And, of course, the food was delicious and plentiful!! Hope you enjoy them!

A very special thank you goes out to all our friends who gave us this party. You are loved and appreciated more than we can ever say. Thank you again and God bless.

CATCHING UP WITH DANIEL!!!

2009-09-15T19:34:00.008-04:00

Daniel has been a busy boy lately having friends over, playing at McDonald's and also enjoying some time at the park. He continues to grow and I predict he will surpass his Mommy's height in about 4th grade......we'll see!! Anyway, I hope you enjoy the pictures and don't forget to register to vote, all ye Filipinos!

Here is Daniel with his buddies - instead of dinner and a movie they enjoy bananas and a movie together. Little Einstein or Super Why probably.

Here he is at McDonald's enjoying some play time. In fact he enjoyed it so much he decided to take a virus home with him! Good news though, he is all better and back to himself!

Daddy and son posing at McDonald's.....soooooooo proud of him!!!!!!!!

Here I am attempting to teach Daniel the finer points of "hanging in there" so to speak. Actually he is quite the dare devil and won't hesitate to climb up the ladders and stairs at the park....definitely not acrophobic.

You can almost hear him saying, "vrooom. vrooom"....he is getting into driving more and more. The joke around the house is he will have his license before his Mommy does!! But not really.......

One final time down the slide before we head off for home.

Daniel is preparing with us for the arrival of his little brother. He loves listening to the heartbeat and even feeling his little brother move around inside his Mommy's tummy. He calls him 'baby' but tries to say his name, Dylan. We are so proud of our boys and know they will be super close brothers their whole lives. Since Daniel is the oldest, he gets to be President of the Philippines and Dylan will be his Vice President. Then when Daniel's term is up, Dylan will be President........just to be fair.

HERE WE GO!!

2009-09-10T19:48:00.002-04:00

Senator Benigno 'Noynoy' Aquino the son of the late President Corazon Aquino, makes the 'L' sign for Laban or fight as he joins the crowd after announcing his intention to run for the president in next year's election....

2010 will prove to be a pivotal year for the Philippines. Based on who is elected, the country will either continue to be raped by high level politicians who actually enjoy the country's third world status and poverty OR the country will begin to dig themselves out of a situation where they rely less on government and more on their own hard work. Entrepreneurs and hard working citizens need to rise up in the Philippines and elect someone who will enable them...and not disable them as in the past.

It will be interesting to watch and don't forget to register to vote!!!!

REHAB IN LAS VEGAS!

2009-09-10T19:09:00.003-04:00

truTv does it again! They have nailed another hit reality TV show - truTV's Rehab has a new season which premiered on September 1 and airs on Tuesdays at 10p/9c.

What is Rehab? It is the hottest party in the world’s sexiest city - a party at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! Right there you know the show gets wild. But Rehab is more - it takes place at the hotel pool and things get even more stirred up with celebrity performances, even more partiers and new Rehab security staffers trying to learn the ropes. In addition, the neighboring hotels have their own pool parties to keep the competition going! This makes Rehab the hottest party going. The show reminds me of a college party I went to near a beach. Of course there was too much alcohol which created a lose atmosphere and plenty of party goers swimming way too far out into the ocean. Life guards had to rescue three girls who lost their strength and couldn't tread water any more - the situation actually got a little dangerous, but they were rescued and all ended well.

And right now you have a chance to party like a rock star at Rehab at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas by entering their contest at the following site - you can join the sweepstakes to win by visiting: http://www.getrehabready.com/index.html#link=ssprhbswp. Be certain to read all the rules of the contest and enter for a chance to win!! Also - remember to clink the above video to get a good taste of what the program is about!

Rehab is one of truTV's hit real life shows and they are giving you the chance to join the fun! Of course you want to avoid any party "fouls" - like drinking too much and mouthing off to the security personnel - or becoming too aggressive with someone who gives you the brush off! You want to avoid these but you will surely see plenty of this on Rehab!

HOW 'BOUT THEM NORTH KOREANS?

2009-09-03T21:03:00.004-04:00

Not long ago those rascal North Koreans put the fear of God in Hawaii and their neighboring countries. Defiant as always, colored with sprinkles of evil, North Korean will get themselves in huge trouble in the not too distant future.

The picture here is a satellite view of the moment they shot their missile into the ocean. Just a test run, a "just in case" mission - but against all UN regulations and human common sense. With Kim Jong Il handing over the reigns to his son, expect their "aggressive" spirit to become even more intense. What a shame.

What an incredible picture from one of the worst countries on earth. Disclaimer - the majority of North Koreans are good people - they are just ruled by a few evil people and a military blindly obeying every order. Any thoughts?

THE VOICE OF AN HP

2009-09-03T19:05:00.004-04:00

My job is harder than it looks. People bang on me when I am not fast enough, yell at me when I am trying to concentrate and sometimes use me so much, I get tired. After a while, if I am not properly taken care of, I really begin to slow down and feel so sluggish. After a few years, if not taken care of, then I become somewhat obsolete and probably replaced. However, I am good looking and should be taken care of - my owners should provide software and operating system upgrades regularly. They should also clean and dust me once a week. However, if I had my choice, I would rather be a desktop than a laptop. Preferably one of those slim and sleek HP Pavilions. They look so sharp!

You guessed it, that is the voice of a computer. An HP computer to be specific. Hewlett Packard computers have, for years and years, had a tremendous reputation for looks and performance. And right now they have many specials on their website. One of particular interest is this offer - you can get $30 off any orders of $150 or greater at the HP Home Store. Simply use coupon code SV2132. This offer is valid through 10/31 or while supplies last. Restrictions and exclusions apply.

Simply click the above link and peruse their website. You will find the best computers at the best possible prices and with the above coupon, you can't lose!! Check them out today!

THE WEEKEND IN PICTURES

2009-09-01T19:26:00.011-04:00

We had a great time this past weekend attending a birthday party for a friend's child. The birthday boy was a happy camper - literally - as the party was held at Georgia Jellystone Park - here is the link for you to see. Mixed in are some photos of a recent get together with some friends and their kids as well - hope you enjoy!

Daniel doesn't mind being surrounded by girls!

Here is an overview picture of the party about to begin - lots of Pinoys and lots of Pinoy food!! Oh yeah, a few Americans were there as well...can't forget the husbands!

The Mommies all posing during a welcome break from the kids!

Daniel and his friend get a little daring trying to climb the fence - actually there are a bunch of ants on the ground they are trying to get away from!

Trying to gather some courage............

Once he got the courage he couldn't stop - Daniel loves the water!

Pausing for a quick drink - he already can improvise!

More fun with some of Daniel's friends!

One last pose at the end of a fun day! Everyone looks tired.....but happy!!

THE FANTASY FOOTBALL EDGE

2009-08-29T19:14:00.005-04:00

Fantasy sports these days are HUGE!! Think of a sport and more than likely their is a fantasy sport for it as well. One of the biggest, most popular and most successful of the fantasy sports is football. Fantasy football began a few years ago and today is played by thousands and thousands of people. There are some seriously devoted players of fantasy football who are looking to do one thing - win!! It pays to have an edge when playing fantasy football and the best way is to have a one-stop source for all fantasy football facts and information and that is a brand new site called WaiverWire.

WaiverWire was started by former Wall Street executives whose goal was to provide the best, most advanced fantasy sports tools and information available. They succeeded. WaiverWire has the following:

Fantasy football draft software
Fantasy football news
Fantasy football analysis
Fantasy football forum
Fantasy football research
Access to over 100 Local NFL team news feeds
Fantasy football rankings
Fantasy player comparisons
And much, much, more

My husband loves football and has been talking about getting into a fantasy football league. This site would definitely give him the edge he needs to make smart choices and decisions concerning "his" team. He could use the analysis and news found there to make informed decisions about who to have on his team, who to trade and so on. Maybe you know someone as well who loves the game and wants to play fantasy football. Just click the above link to learn more and get your man involved in fantasy football today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANIEL

2009-08-26T20:03:00.008-04:00

Strapped in and ready for the day!

Mommy, he bit me!! Get me out of here!!!!

Grocery shopping with a buddy! Notice the change of clothes?

Mommy and Daniel at the park! Notice the change of clothes?

Our sweet anak having a great time at the park!

Daring and adventuresome Daniel!

Daddy and Daniel going down the slide!!!!!

Now going down the little slide alone!

truTV - NOT REALITY - ACTUALITY

2009-08-26T19:21:00.002-04:00

Reality TV began to gain steam a few years ago and now you can find a host of reality TV shows all across the cable dial. Some of these shows are good and some are just plain junk. But there is one channel on our cable dial in particular that I love to watch and that is truTV. I love their slogan, "It's not reality, it's actuality!" This is quite true when you check out their lineup of programming. You will find shows such as Speeders, World's Wildest Vacations, The Smoking Gun Presents..., Black Gold, Forensic Files and many more. They are action packed shows that ALWAYS illicit a response. Sometimes a good response and sometimes a not so good response.

My husband and I love to watch horror movies together. We are always yelling at the TV telling the idiot victims what they should have done to stay alive! truTV has twice that effect!! Just check out the above truTV video and watch for yourself! That has to be everyone's fear when they attempt to bungee jump - that the bungee cord will snap and they will free-fall to the ground. I CRINGED when I watched it!

I think the shows that give us the biggest response are The Smoking Gun Presents......because it captures some rather strange individuals doing rather stupid things....all on camera! We have a blast watching it! And then there is World's Wildest Vacations - we are always either laughing and "ooooo'ing" because of the things that happen on people's vacations. I would encourage you to check out truTV and give it a try if you haven't already. You are sure to have a good laugh and possibly even a good stomach ache after watching a host of different shows showing people at their "finest"!! Just be sure to exercise caution - you are bound to have a tremendous response!!

NEED A GOOD LAUGH?

2009-08-24T20:04:00.000-04:00

It's Friday again and time to unwind and relax from the hard week. Nothing better than a good laugh to relieve the stress - hope you enjoy! Happy blogging and have a great weekend!!

THE BEST WEBSITE HOSTING COMPANIES

2009-08-24T19:45:00.003-04:00

Many bloggers and website owners are looking for a good website hosting company. Rather than using the free hosting that is often available but limited, many choose to link up their domain to a quality web host where the capabilities are more vast. The only question is which host is the best for your blog or website.

Now their is a great website called Web Hosting Geeks that does web hosting comparisons and web hosting rating so you can easily compare and contrast the various web hosting services available. Also they show web hosting award recipients, web hosting reviews and have a dedicated section for webmasters. You can also read more about the comparisons in their web hosting blog. They blog about the web hosting industry and the current events that impact it along with all kinds of web hosting advice.

If you are looking at making a change in your web host or seeking more information about implementing a web host service for your site, please click on either of the above links and you will have access to the best information available on the top web hosts so you can make the best decision for your blog or site. When it comes to web hosting, it's important to have all the information available for comparison purposes to make the best choice. Web Hosting Geeks is the site that gives you all the information you need. Give them a look today!

MULTIPLE REMOTES NO MORE!!

2009-08-21T20:17:00.009-04:00

In our home we have three remotes - one for the TV, one for the DVD player and one for the cable box. What's more confusing is when our son gets a hold of one of them and manages to mess up everything and then we have to get all three remotes to figure out what is wrong. Time consuming, confusing and frustrating!

That's why Yamaha invented the neoHD remote. One remote with control over EVERYTHING! Now you can control a TV, a cable box, a Blu-ray player and a game system using the neoHD remote control. The Yamaha neoHD is the invention everyone has been waiting for.

The above are just some of the remotes in our home - it perfectly demonstrates the confusion - too many remotes and having to remember too many different keys to different gadgets. Now, your "electronic" life has been made easier with the Yamaha neoHD remote. And right now, when you click over to their website, you will read more about their Yamaha neoHD Sweepstakes . I encourage you to enter for your own chance to win in one of two ways:

By Tweeting: “I just entered to win a #neoHD b/c I have too many remotes" - visit (blog.izea.com) to enter
Enter via blog.izea.com

And now you can also look to find the neoHD on Facebook. Would your life be easier with this remote? Everyone can answer a resounding "YES!" Click any of the above links and check out the best and easiest to use remote!

OUR PRECIOUS DANIEL

2009-08-20T20:41:00.009-04:00

Here are a few recent pics of our precious son. Daniel has grown more and more and is nearing that all important 36 inch height - he is on track to be 6 feet before 7th grade....just like his Daddy. He already loves to play basketball and is taking an interest in watching golf with his Daddy...."hit the ball," he says.

The calm before the storm...........

The storm............here is he experiencing the joys of chocolate ice cream!!

Experiencing the joys of oreos!!!

Excuse me Mommy, I can feed myself!!

Daniel seems to grasp more and more the concept of his baby brother. He kisses my tummy and says, "Baby" all the time. It will be fun to watch him be a big brother and we know he and his little brother will be the best of friends....and sometimes the worst of enemies? We love our boys!!

TV AT IT'S BEST!

2009-08-20T19:54:00.005-04:00

Reality TV began to gain steam a few years ago and now you can find a host of reality TV shows all across the cable dial. Some of these shows are good and some are just plain junk. But there is one channel on our cable dial in particular that I love to watch and that is truTV. I love their slogan, "It's not reality, it's actuality!" This is quite true when you check out their lineup of programming. You will find shows such as Speeders, World's Wildest Vacations, The Smoking Gun Presents..., Black Gold, Forensic Files and many more. They are action packed shows that ALWAYS illicit a response. Sometimes a good response and sometimes a not so good response.

My husband and I love to watch horror movies together. We are always yelling at the TV telling the idiot victims what they should have done to stay alive! truTV is much the same - it's called the truTV effect. Just check out the above truTV video and watch for yourself! I think the shows that give us the biggest response are The Smoking Gun Presents......because it captures some rather strange individuals doing rather stupid things....all on camera! We have a blast watching it! And then there is World's Wildest Vacations - we are always either laughing and "ooooo'ing" because of the things that happen on people's vacations.

I would encourage you to check out truTV and give it a try if you haven't already. You are sure to have a good laugh and possibly even a good stomach ache after watching a host of different shows showing people at their "finest"!!

ANOTHER PRESIDENT AQUINO??

2009-08-13T20:27:00.004-04:00

"Clamor for Senator Benigno “Noynoy" Aquino III to run for President in next year’s elections grew louder on Thursday with the launching of the Senator Benigno Aquino III for President Movement." - GMANews.TV 08/14/2009.

Let the fun begin! It will be interesting to watch who enters the Presidential race in 2010. With the death of Ate Cory, now is definitely the time for her son to run for President. The hearts of the Filipino people are with the Aquino family right now and he would have tremendous momentum entering the race and probably win. HOWEVER....are his motives pure in running now, if he chooses? He recently said he wasn't seeking a higher position than what he currently held. Will his mind be changed if he gets a glimpse of the highest office in the land? It will be fun to watch. By the way, by virture of his family name and reputation, I am inclined to vote for him! But if he orders just one $20,000 dinner with his friends, I will call for his head!! lol.............

GLORIA MADE PAGE 6

2009-08-13T20:06:00.000-04:00

The economic downturn hasn't persuaded everyone to pinch pennies. Philippines President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo was at Le Cirque the other night with a large entourage enjoying the good life, even though the former comptroller of her country's armed services, Carlos Garcia, was found guilty earlier this year of perjury and two of his sons were arrested in the US on bulk cash-smuggling charges. Macapagal-Arroyo ordered several bottles of very expensive wine, pushing the dinner tab up to $20,000. - New York Post, Page 6, August 7, 2009.

The above was recently printed on the infamous page 6 of the New York Post - Gloria treated her entourage to a P1,000,000 dinner and considering the number of people in her party, that comes out to around $1000 per person (dollars not pesos). Will anyone from the Philippines dare push into the light this pompous act of greed? While in New York.............right? Did you know Gloria put out the call for her people to fast so they all would know what it's like to be hungry? How does she sleep at night? God send us the next Cory....please!

KMART'S BLUELIGHT SPECIAL

2009-08-13T19:54:00.003-04:00

This year, more so than in the past, people are being very frugal with their shopping. It's important to bargain hunt and the place where you can find a multitude of bargains is at Kmart. They have been around a long time and have consistently offered the public great deals on a multitude of items. Here's a quote from their CEO, Mark Snyder, "For more than 100 years, families have turned to Kmart for quality products at prices they can afford. This year more than ever, our customers are conscious about their spending. And through our extensive savings, we continue to provide value and savings for all.” That says it best.

Everyone has heard of the Kmart Bluelight special and right now they have the blue light turned on ever so bright - and this sale is one day only, August 15th, this Saturday!! Here are some of their specials:

Kids Backpacks (Athletech, Route 66 and Licensed) reg. $19.99 – Bluelight $8!
American Fare Vita-Water 2 for $1
All Patio Furniture 70% off! (+ an extra 20% off during bluelight!)
70 count Notebooks – Buy 2 Get 1 Free
Diamond Jewelry extra 10% (Diamonds are already 70% off this week!)

Click over to Kmart's website today and check out all of the great deals and bargains they offer for today's smart and frugal shopper. And now, you can even follow Kmart on Twitter. Try clicking either of the above links and check out the great bargains for K-Mart's blue light special this coming Saturday!!

WOWO-WOE??

2009-08-10T19:45:00.004-04:00

Controversial noontime TV show host Willie Revillame found himself in the hot seat again on Monday, beset by furious comments from bloggers and social networking websites. The reason: He objected, on air, to the insertion of a video of former President Corazon Aquino’s cortege on his show, “Wowowee.” - Inquirer.Net

Two things come to mind:

1. He was right.
2. He should have waited to say something during a commercial break.

His point was that the show has a joyous and funny atmosphere and the insert of the funeral procession was not conducive to the show. He does have a big mouth and is very out spoken and sometimes controversial - but in this case I believe he is right. The only problem was he said it over live TV. He gave the impression that his show had precedence over the funeral. Save it for the commercial break or save it for water cooler chat - just don't insult the good people of the Philippines who were trying to honor and show respect for the best President the nation has ever seen. Maybe they should have just cancelled the show for the day........

BACK TO SCHOOL IN STYLE

2009-08-10T19:24:00.003-04:00

Have you heard about the Laptop-a-Day Sweepstakes? Charter Communications is giving away laptop computer just in the nick of time for the back to school rush. This truly is the best 'back to school' deal online right now for high speed. They are extending the contest for 2 additional months which now runs from The contest runs from July 15 through September 15.

When comparing, you will find that Charter Communications has the best prices out there. When you sign up for one of their services you will receive a free gift card. In times like these, that is a tremendous give-a-way. In addition, as mentioned earlier, upon purchasing one of their services, you will be entered for a chance to win 1 of 30 laptops! That's a great deal coming from a great company. The laptops they are giving away have the following features:

- HP 550 Notebook 15-inch with Windows Vista
- NeoTec Compu Backpack

As their advertisement suggests - "you need High Speed anyway, Why not get a Gas Card and a chance to win what you really WANT this year – a new laptop!" Simply click on the above link and you will be taken to their website where you can read all the details about this great offer. Charter Communications offers a great deal on Digital Home™, High-Speed Internet and Telephone services plus a chance to win a valuable prize. Also, you can follow Charter on Facebook and Charter on Twitter.

Be sure to click any of the above links and check out the great deals and the great giveaways from Charter Communications!

REST IN PEACE

2009-08-04T19:44:00.003-04:00

Probably one of the greatest Presidents the Philippines has ever known was laid to rest today. Everyone reading this knows Corazon Aquino and from what I know, she was one of the most humble and honest Presidents the Philippines has ever had. She had a position of power to annihilate the enemies who killed her husband, but she didn't. She held the "keys to the kingdom" that most Filipino Presidents use to fill up Swiss bank accounts but she used them to promote democracy. She instituted a constitution that set term limits for Presidents (it's currently 6 years but should only be 4). She did many more great things that put the Philippines back in order away from the awful communist and dictatorial reign of "you know who". May she rest in peace.

CAMPUS READY WITH SEARS

2009-08-04T19:15:00.004-04:00

This post was sponsored by Sears. All the opinions are mine. That means it's back to school time! In particular, Sears is wanting all students to be "campus ready" so they are offering a lot of specials you will want to check out and take advantage of. Check out the following:

Shop by dorm room - this section is particularly great because it allow the student options to individualize their room for their tastes.
Suite of coordinating dorm room products and design ideas - this section is definitely helpful as you can view the dorm room of your choice and shop for individual items that suit your needs.
Shopping checklist - what could be better to help you in remembering everything you need for your dorm room? The list is made for you!
List of everything your child will need for their first home away from home - what makes a parent more nervous than their child leaving home for the first time? NOTHING! That's why Sears provides a comprehensive list of everything needed including a sleeping list, organizing list, cleaning and decorating list and studying checklist.
Financial tips - Every student needs to understand how money works and Sears goes to bat by listing several financial tips especially for student.
Financial planning tips - These are especially helpful and they include - spending wisely, socializing smartly, saving (believe it or not college students can save) and others.
Apparel must haves - Sears can "fill your student's closet" with all the must haves for school. As you know, their selection is second to none!
Links to categories of clothing they’ll need for college life - Sears provides links to categories such as young men's and junior's which makes life easier when it comes to pinpojnting what you need.

Sears is and has been a retail leader for years and their current CampusReady promotion shows why. They are also CampusReady on Facebook. Be sure to tell your student about this great tool for helping them adjust to campus life! Lastly, you need to know about $25,000 - you can enter for your chance to win money toward your child’s college tuition from Sears and Upromise! Simply click on any of the above links and participate in the best back to school promotion going on today, the Sear's Campus Ready promotion!

FILIPINA STABBED OVER SALSA LESSONS

2009-07-29T20:07:00.004-04:00

Pensioner Robert Brindley stabbed his young Filipino wife five times in a jealous rage after their marriage broke down following arguments about salsa dance classes. Picture this.......she wants to take dance lessons and does. Husband disapproves....too sexy I suppose. Better stop or I'll kill you! Can you imagine someone like that? Hopefully not but here is an example of jealousy gone awry.

Thankfully she lived to tell her story and her "Pensioner" is now headed to jail. But you should ask yourself why she wanted to take those dance lessons to begin with. Hmmm....it's never completely one sided, is it?? Here's the whole story.

BANKING YOUR BABY'S CORD BLOOD

2009-07-29T19:50:00.004-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. Cord blood is one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes and cerebral palsy. Parents should take note - choosing to store their child’s cord blood can be one of the best decisions they ever make. The key within the cord blood is the stem cells.

This subject certainly can be controversial but also the benefits of such research are numerous. Science can now treat diseases with Stem Cells - umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat 70 diseases. About 30,000 people a year in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that can be treated with cord blood stem cells. By the year 2015, there will be 10,000 cord blood transplants world-wide per year using publicly banked cord blood.

Cryo-Cell is one of the world’s largest and most established family cord blood banks with over 150,000 clients worldwide. And right now Cryo-Cell offers affordable pricing plans and financing options for cord blood banking. In addition, they have an exclusive premium family service called "Protect Baby, Protect Mom." This plan offers the best value for families seeking this service. When you click the above link you will find these and other great offers. Also, take note of these two promotional codes - 995PS and P2PS. They will save you a lot of money!

The value of cord blood cannot be overstated, especially for parents to be. To learn more about this important subject, simply click the above link. The information found is life-saving.

DOGS AND KIDS

2009-07-28T20:19:00.007-04:00

This is one of those moments that you can just sit back and soak in the cuteness of these pictures. My husband wants a dog so bad but he said he would rather get up in the middle of the night with our baby than with a puppy. I agree!!

Someday we will get a dog and our kids will love it sooooo much!! But for now, we will be happy just looking at these photos. Hope you enjoy these pictures also - have a great day!!!!

HEADING TO THE BANK

2009-07-28T19:45:00.004-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. Our very life is in our blood. And cord blood is one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes and cerebral palsy. Mothers and mothers to be should take note - choosing to store your child’s cord blood can be one of the best decisions you ever make.

The key within the cord blood is the stem cells. This subject can be controversial but also the benefits of such research are numerous. Science can now treat many, many diseases with Stem Cells - umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat 70 diseases. About 30,000 people a year in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that can be treated with cord blood stem cells. By the year 2015, there will be 10,000 cord blood transplants world-wide per year using publicly banked cord blood. Cryo-Cell is one of the world’s largest and most established family cord blood banks with over 150,000 clients worldwide. Cryo-Cell offers affordable pricing plans and many different options for cord blood banking including their Signature UCORD Service and Exclusive C’elle Service. For more about that and other current offers, click the above link in this post. The value of your baby's cord blood cannot be overstated, especially for parents to be. To learn more about Cryo-Cell, simply click on the above link. The information found is life-saving.

GETTING DEBT-FREE

2009-07-25T19:28:00.003-04:00

This will be my family someday! We are on a mission to be debt-free.....including the car and house! We have set backs and we have successes, but this is our plan.

Notice the sign the adults are holding.......it is something they had to work so hard to do...to pay off a house. Imagine the sacrifice that took! And now look at the sign the kids are holding (by the way, notice how old the kids are). As adults, when we get out of debt, we are changing our kids lives forever! Not only do they learn how to handle money, but they are afforded opportunities not otherwise do-able if we, as parents, are deep in debt.

Think about what you are teaching your children about money. I know parents that give their children everything, seductively teaching their kids that if they want something, they won't have to worry about earning it but rather, it will somehow just be given to them. Talk about doing unsuspecting harm to a child! Our motto in this house is, "Our kids will have everything they need, and some of what they want." And someday, hopefully, you will see a picture of us holding up a sign that says we are debt free!

FIND A PLACE WITH i-PHONE

2009-07-22T20:03:00.004-04:00

Owning a home has become more and more difficult, not so much due to interest rates as they are close to an all-time low. Owning is more difficult because people are more cautious and suspicious about lenders and about how to accurately measure a homes value in this kind of an economy. With that, more and more people are turning to renting. Whether it be a house, or an apartment or a condo or townhome, there are millions of people who are looking to rent. And right now, one of the largest rental sites on the internet is accessible through your i-Phone! Just look for MyNewPlace in the iPhone app store and you can get started today!

My New Place is 3-time BusinessWeek Best of the Web Winner and the first to put Facebook Connect on their site. They have a humongous selection of rental properties and other information including a great filtering system of search results broken down by number of beds and baths, price, pet policies and amenities among others. You are able to find apartments nearby using GPS, or search for city, state, zip. All these great features are available at your fingertips!

This screen and the above video of a perfect example of taking advantage of today's technology in finding a new apartment or rental home. For more details you can go to http://socialspark.com/metrics/click/post?slot_id=42328&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mynewplace.com%2Fiphone%3FCID%3DADV-sspark-iphone. Check out their great service today!

INDICATIONS OF A BAD ECONOMY

2009-07-22T19:50:00.001-04:00

Top Twelve Indicators The Economy Is Bad

CEO's are now playing miniature golf.
I got a pre-declined credit card offer in the mail.
I went to buy a toaster oven and they gave me a bank.
Hotwheels and Matchbox car companies are now trading higher than GM on the stock market.
Obama met with small businesses - GE, Pfizer, Chrysler and GM - to discuss the stimulus package.
McDonalds is selling the 1/4 ouncer.
People in Beverly Hills fired their nannies and are learning their children's names.
The most highly paid job is now jury-duty.
People in Africa are donating money to Americans. Mothers in Ethiopia are telling their kids, "Finish your plate, do you know kids are starving in America?"
Motel 6 won't leave the lights on.
The Mafia is laying off judges.
If the bank returns your check marked as "insufficient funds", you have to call them and ask if they meant you or them.

NOW THAT'S A FISH

2009-07-22T19:15:00.000-04:00

Wow - can you believe this 11 year old caught this fish? Jessica Wanstall is 4ft 10in tall and weighs less than 84lbs. In the river were she was fishing was a monster, a near 9ft catfish that hit the scales at a record 193lbs.

She caught this record fish on a recent trip to Spain with her father. For the record, she and her father threw the fish back! Here's the story.

YOUR DIGITAL LIFE

2009-07-22T19:00:00.004-04:00

Charter Communications is a different kind of cable company in a special way. They are offering many bargains and specials which includes amazing online deals on all their services. In the past they have offered such things as a chance to win an Xbox 360 or a Hybrid Car and now they are giving away, each week, either a 15” laptop or a 52” HDTV to one lucky customer who submits their story. What story? A story about how you live your digital life - cable, computer and phone. It's all digital with Charter and they want to hear from you!

Charter Communications is a large cable operator that operates in 29 states. It is a Fortune 500 company so you know that you are dealing with the best and one of the largest cable companies in the world. As mentioned earlier, they offer not only cable, but also high speed Internet and telephone service. And right now, they have put together different bundling offers that give you the very best price available for these services. And, best of all, Charter is offering a chance to win a 15” laptop or a 52” HDTV every week. At the end of the contest, Charter will be giving away a package of one 52” HFTV, one 15” Laptop, and a free year of the Charter Bundle with includes Digital Cable with HD and a DVR, Charter High-Speed Internet and Charter Telephone.

If you are in Charters area, then they are the company to go with for all your digital needs. Charter Communications is offering a great service and on top of that they are offering great prizes. You can also follow Charter on Facebook. Simply click the above link today and visit their website for more details. Charter Communications is a great company and I would recommend taking advantage of their great offers today!

IT'S A....................???

2009-07-15T19:39:00.008-04:00

Here is our sweet little baby at today's appointment. Today was the big day when we found out if it was a boy or girl. Can you tell?? We love this side view as you can plainly see the profile of our little angel. Boy or girl??? Keep reading...............

Here is our little rascal playing with h** feet! Already so playful and ready to give big brother a run for his money! Boy or girl?? Keep reading............

And here is the answer! Daniel is having a little brother! He will be the best Kuya and this little baby will be the best little brother for him as well. If you look closely you can see his guardian angel in the left side of the photo.

As for a name - we are still undecided. Any suggestions for us? We have the middle name already picked out but not yet the first name.......one thing we know is that it must begin with a 'D'. Any suggestions? We will let you know once decided but for now we are so happy God has, once again, multiplied the love we have for each other. Mommy and Daniel are resting now.....but I know she would love to hear from you!

POOL PARTY!!

2009-07-15T19:35:00.000-04:00

My friends and I eating and having a great time together! What a great time we had as well as the house full of kids!

What a mess!! But what a great time with tons of fun!! The kids all got along so well!

Although the water was a little cold, that didn't stop the kids from having fun!

Daniel was able to hold his own in the pool with the older kids! He was a great host for the pool party!

More of the kids at the party enjoying the pool....looks like it's ready to spill overboard!

My friends and I relaxing while the kids swim.

And finally, Daniel getting ready for bed after a long day at the pool! What a life!!

DANIEL'S FAVORITE TV SHOW

2009-07-10T20:23:00.003-04:00

It outranks even Little Einstein and Elmo as Daniel's favorite television show! That's right! Iron Chef Japan seems to captivate our little chef to the point where he ignores everything else around him when it's on. From the opening music onward, he just loves this show....not to be confused with Iron Chef America (which is not even close in comparison). In case you haven't seen the show in a while, we put a video reminder up for you to watch! Happy Friday to everyone!

IT'S A BLU WORLD AFTER ALL

2009-07-10T20:17:00.003-04:00

Energy drinks abound in the marketplace today. Very big cans as well as very small cans of liquid advertised to energize you....they do energize but with tons of sugar and caffeine. Hours later that means CRASH! But now there is a great and healthy alternative to drinks such as Red Bull, Hype, KMX and others. It is called BluFrog!! Check out the great colors and design of their can to the left. Not only does it taste great and it is healthier than the rest, but you can actually win great prizes just by visiting their website.

BluFrog is sponsoring a contest where you don't even have to buy anything to win. Simply visit their website and check out the rules. What prizes can you win? Try on these for size:

a trip to New York or Chicago
an ultimate gaming package
a trip to Orlando or Aspen

....which would you like? For me and my family, we will take the Happy Blu Year package to New York. New York is gorgeous in the winter with snow on the ground and the freezing weather......good for snuggling! For a more comprehensive explanation of the rules for the BluFrog contest, simply visit their website. For a great new energy drink that is a healthy alternative to the rest, and for a chance to win one of five tremendous prizes, simply click any of the above links and check out BLU Frog today - and check out this video now!!

REDUCING POLLUTION IN THE PHILIPPINES

2009-07-07T21:02:00.000-04:00

In 2008 American Tim Bauer received the prestigious Rolex Award for his efforts to reduce the air pollution that envelopes major cities in the Philippines as well as in other Asian countries. Mr. Bauer set up shop in Vigan, Ilocos Sur to develop and market a kit that reduces the particulate emissions of two-stroke tricycle engines by roughly 70 percent; carbon monoxide (CO) emissions by 76 per cent; hydrocarbons emissions by 89 per cent; and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 35 per cent.

Anyone familiar with the Philippines knows about the huge pollution problem. Tricycles and jeepneys are the prominent source of transportation and yet they both are a disgrace for the massive amounts of pollution they emit and it seems like NOTHING has been done about it for years and years. Then along comes an American who invents a kit that is used to refit tricycles and the results are dramatic. Good for him and it's good for the Philippines. One question - why did it take a foreigner to do something about the pollution problem in the Philippines? Why does it seem the government could care less? Sorry, that's two questions. Here's the story.

PREMIUM DENIM BY ARMANI

2009-07-07T20:39:00.006-04:00

I love jeans! Denim jeans are wearable any season of the year and are always stylish and fashionable, provided you choose the right brand. And the right brand is definitely Armani. Italian designer and entrepreneur Giorgio Armani has been a cutting edge designer for many years now and his "stuff" just keeps getting better and better. Take, for example, his line of jeans. In the Armani Exchange, he creates a casual, but sophisticated collection targeted to the young, urban and sexy. Here are my favorites:

The above jeans have a casual look that is appropriate for almost any occasion other than formal. They are sleek and I love the faded look.

This pair, on the other hand, is more formal. I love the dark color and it definitely has a classy and sophisticated look to them. They are a great looking pair of jeans.

Hey!! What can I say?? I just love the look of these jeans and can tell they are so comfortable, especially going out in warm weather!

And now Armani is having an SMS campaign, a text AX contest to win a pair of denim every day for the moth of July by texting the keyword "DENIM2" to ARMANI (276264). Also, customers who purchase a full price pair of denim from Armani Exchange, in store or online, between 7/7/09 – 7/19/09 will receive a gift card of $20 off you next purchase of $100 or more, valid 7/30/09 through 8/15/09.

Armani is a name associated with style and class and their new premium denim now starts at just $98. Be sure to click any of the above links and you will be taken to their site where you can see all the wonderful jeans and other clothing lines designed with you in mind!

KUYA DANIEL!!!

2009-06-26T19:22:00.002-04:00

We have learned recently that Daniel will be a big brother!!!! Yes, I am pregnant and expecting yet before the end of the year! Daniel kisses my tummy and says, "Baby." I know he will be the best big brother because he has such a soft and caring heart! We are so excited about the news and are even more excited to share it with our blogging friends and family! I ask for your prayers as the baby grows more and more and we get closer to the day of delivery...probably in November!! We are sooooo excited to watch our family grow!!!!!

IT PAYS TO COMPARE

2009-06-22T20:39:00.003-04:00

Many bloggers and website owners are looking for a good web hosting company. Rather than using the free hosting that is often available but limited, many choose to link their domain up to a quality web host where the capabilities are more vast. The only question is which host is the best for your blog or website.

Their is a great website called Web Hosting Geeks that does web hosting comparisons and web hosting rating so you can easily compare and contrast the various web hosting services available. Also they show web hosting award recipients, web hosting reviews and have a dedicated section for webmasters. You can also read more about the comparisons in their web hosting blog. They blog about the web hosting industry and the current events that impact it along with all kinds of web hosting advice. If you are looking at making a change in your web host or seeking more information about implementing a web host service for your site, please click on the above link and you will have access to the best information available on the top web hosts so you can make the best decision for your blog or site. When it comes to web site hosting, it's important to have all the information available for comparison purposes to make the best choice. Web Hosting Geeks is the site that gives you all the information you need. Give them a look today!

TOO MUCH STRESS AT WORK??

2009-06-19T21:53:00.003-04:00

The following are short clips of people getting too stressed out at work!! Appropriate for a Friday?? I think so.................enjoy!!

WELCOME TO OWEN KEITH!!

2009-06-19T21:19:00.004-04:00

We want to make a special post for our good friend Cathy from Me and My World and congratulate her and her husband on the birth of their second child, sweet little Owen Keith. He is not only sweet but very cute and adorable. If you want to pinch his cheeks you will have to stand in line!!!!! Congratulations to Cathy and Rick and big sister Aviia!! By the way, Cathy made the cute hat Owen is wearing.............check out her website for more of her creations!!

GO BLU!!

2009-06-19T20:44:00.005-04:00

Energy drinks abound in the marketplace today. Very big cans and very small cans of liquid advertised to energize you....they do energize but with tons of sugar and caffeine. But now there is a great and healthy alternative to drinks such as Red Bull, Hype, KMX and others. It is called BluFrog!! Check out the great colors and design of their can to the left. Not only does it taste great and it is healthier than the rest, but you can actually win great prizes just by visiting their website.

BluFrog is sponsoring a contest where you don't even have to buy anything to win. Simply visit their website and check out the rules....here they are:

Place a comment on our contest page, sharing within your comment which experience you want to win and why.

Use Twitter to tweet out why BLU Frog is better in 140 characters or less.

Write a blog post about our contest and which experience or prize you would choose if you won.

What prizes can you win? Try on these for size - a trip to New York or Chicago, an ultimate gaming package, a trip to Orlando or Aspen....which would you like? For me and my family, we will take the Happy Blu Year package to New York. New York is gorgeous in the winter with snow on the ground and the freezing weather......good for snuggling! For a more comprehensive explanation of the rules, simply visit their website.

For a great new energy drink that is a healthy alternative to the rest, and for a chance to win one of five tremendous prizes, simply click the above link and check out BLU Frog today!!

FILIPINOS - REGISTER TO VOTE!!!!

2009-06-18T20:05:00.005-04:00

The number of Filipinos overseas who have registered to vote in next year’s presidential, senatorial, and local elections has surpassed the 100,000 mark, the Overseas Absentee Voting Secretariat of the Department of Foreign Affairs said.

ATTENTION FILIPINOS LIVING OUTSIDE THE PHILIPPINES - TIME TO RISE AND SHINE!!!!!!!!!

If you have not yet registered to vote then do so now!! Here's a website to get more information. Registration for overseas Filipinos started on February 1 and will end on August 31. Here's the rest of the story. And by the way, who are you going to vote for...and please don't say Manny Pacquiao.?!?!? And by the way, who will count our votes?

CARING FOR OUR DOGS

2009-06-18T19:39:00.003-04:00

Dogs are great - in fact, they are my favorite kind of pet. Of all the animals in the world, dogs are the best. To the left is a picture of my husband and the late Theodore...his all-time favorite pet. I know there are many dog owners out there right now reading and so you can identify with the following problems we have with our dogs - itching and scratching, shedding, smells bad. Most dog owners would agree that the above are hygiene issues that almost all dogs face and sometimes, hard to control. That's why the folks at Dinovite have engineered a solution for the above problems, especially shedding.

Dinovite has a comprehensive line of products including supplements that contain delicate nutrients, digestive enzymes, vitamins, amino acids and fatty acids that can't survive the cooking process of most dog foods. Another great product is their shampoo that is all natural, soothing and have essential oils necessary for proper grooming. Their solutions center contains all the information necessary for finding the right products that suit your dog.

Here are two intriguing facts from their website:

Healthy dogs, no matter what their breed DO NOT shed year around.
Dogs should not stink, itch or scratch all night long.

If you are a dog owner, simply click either of the above links and check out the great solutions Dinovite has for your dog. Be sure to check out their website today!

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING....

2009-06-17T19:16:00.004-04:00

Twenty-two beauties competed on Thursday, June 11 in the 2009 search for Miss Iriga City, Miss Rinconada and Miss Tourism held open-to-the-public at the city’s open-air coliseum.

Doesn't seem like the biggest pageant in the world but what caught my attention was one of the contestants answer to the following question:

"If you could change one thing in the Philippines, what would it be?"

Her answer was not exactly politically correct like most pageant contestants answers have become. Let's see, "I would change the hunger crisis, I would change the poverty of the Philippines, I would change....." blah, blah. But her answer was very profound and actually would change the Philippines a lot - here's her answer. "If you could change on thing in the Philippines, what would it be?" Her answer - "I would change the President!" Bravo. Here's the whole article.

ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS

2009-06-17T18:58:00.003-04:00

Photography is huge all over the world as we love to capture the moment on film and save it and even share with those we love. In addition, there are many people who are taking an interest in even finding a paid job as a photographer. Now there is a quality website you can go to not only find a photographer in your area but to also find photography jobs.

In searching for a photographer, you can post your job online and receive quotes from various photographers in your area. As well, you may peruse Photography Jobs that you may be interested in yourself. PhotographersQuote.com is an excellent website for the avid photographer or for those looking for a photographer. Be sure to check out their site today!

POOR, POOR IMELDA

2009-06-16T19:46:00.004-04:00

When she emerged in public last week, Imelda Marcos wept and declared herself destitute. But the former first lady of the Philippines can keep a $310 million cache of jewelry confiscated from her 23 years ago, the government in Manila, Philippines said Monday. This is possible because the government forgot to officially lay claim to the jewels. Nice.

But appearances aren't everything as I am told poor Imelda maybe isn't so poor after all. I think her destitution lies within her own heart. When confronted about her multi-million dollar jewelry collection she said, ".....much of the jewelry had been intended to decorate religious images like tiaras for the Blessed Virgin Mary." Likely excuse and what's more, the Blessed Virgin Mary doesn't want or need jewelry and other decorations around her. Rather, she would require humility and obedience. Is the Blessed Virgin materialistic? I think not.....but Imelda sure is. Here's the story of another political blunder in the Philippines.

IN THE ROOMS

2009-06-16T19:16:00.004-04:00

Many people struggle with issues such as alcohol, drugs, gambling and overeating. These are serious issues that alter a person's lifestyle and notoriously do damage to yourself, family and friends. The sad part is that many do not seek help. But now there is a great website that offers the kind of help many are looking for. It is a comprehensive database of meetings geared toward those seeking recovery in their particular area of need. The site is called In The Rooms.

In The Rooms is a website that can help you find the nearest Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Gamblers Anonymous (GA), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Overeaters Anonymous (OA) meetings. It is formed as a Wiki which means it is open to editing and management of its members. In other words, if information is missing or needs editing, you as a member are in a position to add to or correct the database. It is the most comprehensive and accurate meeting database of its kind.

InTheRooms Meetings can guide you to virtually any State and from there, you can select from the towns listed to see where the meeting of interest is being held. I searched the site and found our hometown listed with several meeting places. The site is easy to use and as stated earlier, is a Wiki so that the registered members can manage the database themselves. For more information or to simply check and see what meetings are in your area, just click the above link and you will be taken to their website.

WHAT'S THAT SMELL??

2009-06-15T21:30:00.000-04:00

Coming home from work is my favorite time of the day. Daniel is waiting for me in our garage and wants to get in the driver's seat of the car and "help" Daddy park the car in the garage! And my beautiful wife also is waiting for me at the top of the stairs from our garage. Last Friday was no different except when I got to the top of the stairs to kiss my wife, I smelled something funny. Actually is was not too funny but "kind of" bad. The first words out of my mouth were, "What's that smell?" Sorry Filipinos, but the smell of shrimp paste makes me....ok, it's not my favorite. I love Filipino food but I have had a hard time adjusting to the shrimp paste thing. Here's the deal in our house - if Daniel eats it, then I will eat it as well. So far so good....for me. The above is actually pretty good because you have mango to dip into the shrimp paste but I still have to say, "What's that smell?" It's all a part of our Fil-Am Journey!

Be on the look out for "What's the Smell - Part 2"!!

RESEARCHING STEM CELLS

2009-06-15T21:24:00.004-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. And the best source of Stem Cell research is a site called Stem Cell Research News.

Cord blood is one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes and cerebral palsy. The key within the cord blood is the stem cells. This subject can be controversial but also the benefits of such research are numerous:

Stem Cells to treat diseases - umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat 70 diseases.
About 30,000 people a year in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that can be treated with cord blood stem cells.
By the year 2015, there will be 10,000 cord blood transplants world-wide per year using publicly banked cord blood.
Cryo-Cell is one of the world’s largest and most established family cord blood banks with over 150,000 clients worldwide.1

The value of cord blood and cord blood banking cannot be overstated. There are many resources available to learn more and one of the best websites is Stem Cell Research News. You can access their website by clicking any of the above links. To learn more about this important subject, simply click on any of the above links. The information found is life-saving.

WHAT GOD HAS JOINED TOGETHER....

2009-06-15T20:36:00.000-04:00

One Florida couple is starting married life with 182 years of experience between them. Ebenezer Rose, 93, wed 89-year-old Monica Hayden on Sunday in West Palm Beach. I stand back and simply respect them. Of course they are lonely and want companionship before they pass, so they determined to get married after a short courtship. Good for them! Actually they met in their church 20 years ago. Here's the heart-warming story.

A GOOD START IN LIFE

2009-06-15T20:28:00.006-04:00

A good start in life for all babies is based on several things, but one of the most important is what they drink. Faced with a ton of choices, most parents sometimes feel confused about which formula is the best for their child. Conforts for Baby has the answer.

First of all, Comforts for Baby "is manufactured to exacting FDA standards in the only ISO 9001:2000–certified, infant formula-manufacturing facility in the United States." Right away you know this is quality formula. They take special care that their formula is completely FDA approved with all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that each and every baby requires in the all important first year of life. This includes the lipids DHA and ARA, choline, lactose and more. And right now Comforts for Baby is holding a contest.

Comforts for Baby is seeking a name for their mascot Firefly. Any ideas? How about Butch or Chip? Just simply click the above link and you will be taken to their website where you can find more details about this contest and how you can enter for a chance to win. Also, be sure to check out their great baby formula and you will find it is superior to any other brand out on the market. Be sure to check out Comforts for Baby today!

A DAY AT THE PARK

2009-06-11T19:23:00.015-04:00

Actually it was more like an evening in the park but the photos speak for themselves. We had such a good time and as you can see, before we went to the park, Daniel was allowed to eat his first fudge bar. It was fun watching him eat his way through it and make a mess. We hope you enjoy all these pics!

The beginning of his first fudge bar - ok, he ate from Mommy and Daddy's before but never on his own!!

Trying to figure this thing out!?!?!?

Here is Daniel at the fountain loving the sound and sight of the water and yet calculating how far it is in case he decides to jump.

We took a detour and went to church as well to thank God for our many blessings.

Daddy and Daniel enjoying the beauty of the park as well as the pretty sunset.

Daniel and I are surrounded by beautiful flowers and a memorial honoring our veterans.

I love my husband and son soooooooo much!!!!!!!!!

ALL TIED UP

2009-06-10T19:37:00.005-04:00

Authorities arrested a woman for allegedly trying to kidnap her daughter's boyfriend and haul him away to Northern California. This is a hilarious story - here is the headline:

"Mom accused of duct-taping daughter's boyfriend"

That's good stuff. In order to get her daughter and the boyfriend to breakup, the mother kidnapped the boyfriend by tying him up and duct-taping his mouth shut. She then took him to Northern California but was later arrested. Here's the story.

THE BEST MOTORCYCLE PARTS

2009-06-10T19:20:00.004-04:00

Motorcycling has come a long way. No longer are you branded as a part of some "gang" if you ride, but motorcycling has become quite the sport for people of all backgrounds. From Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki to Suzuki, Victory and Harley, motorcycles are being made to fit the personality of almost anyone. With this increased popularity comes the inevitable need to repair your bike as well as replace certain parts. That's why the website Cruiser Customizing is so important. Whether you want to customize your bike with saddlebags or special lighting or simply repair it by replacing the exhaust system, they have everything you will need. They also have parts for your custom bike.

Take a look at their website by simply clicking the above link. Cruiser Customizing is your one stop shop for all your motorcycle needs.

TWO YEAR OLD SMARTER THAN BILL GATES??

2009-06-09T21:05:00.003-04:00

The toddler to the right has just been found to have an IQ of 160 - the same as Stephen Hawking......I am sorry but this is so hard to believe. Karina's Mommy had her tested by an specialist education psychologist and she said, 'Karina is a lovely, responsive and friendly little girl,' 'She is more than very bright and capable, she is gifted.' Her IQ actually tested the same as Bill Gates. And to think she is only 2 years old??? Check out the article.

ONLINE AUTO PARTS

2009-06-09T20:58:00.003-04:00

I love watching my husband work on our car. He is definitely a do-it-yourself kind of person and that includes our car. He loves to change the oil and even change out different parts of the car. And now there is a great online auto parts store called Great Auto Parts where he and you can buy all kinds of auto parts. There you can buy quality auto parts including car parts, truck parts, import parts, performance parts and automotive accessories. They sell at the lowest prices and shipping on orders over $50 is free! Their auto parts catalog is especially easy to use. Just click the above link and you will be taken to their website where you can peruse their large selection of auto parts backed up by their superior customer service. Check them out today!

DESTINED TO LIVE?

2009-06-05T20:22:00.004-04:00

A reservation mix-up, an overbooking and a Brazilian cabbie's passion for soccer are all that saved some would-be passengers on Air France flight 447 from the fate of 228 others who lost their lives in the mid-Atlantic. Now put yourself in their shoes...........booked for a flight that would crash but something came up and you couldn't make it. That is a "come to Jesus" moment if I have ever heard one. It kind of reminds me of the movie "Final Destination." It would be interesting to track the lives of those who were supposed to be on the plane for the next several years to see what they made of their lives. Makes you think.............here's the story.

CEOS WITHOUT COLLEGE DEGREES

2009-06-05T20:09:00.004-04:00

I love stories like this. Innovative, ingenious and unbelievably rich people who DID NOT graduate from college. College is not the answer to a good job or a great life. I believe it is very important but for some, it is in no way a step on the ladder to success. It is actually a hindrance (read about Michael Dell who founded Dell Computer). I would never discourage any of our children from going to college, but then again I would never make them go either. Here's the amazing article.

11 YEAR OLD COLLEGE GRADUATE

2009-06-05T19:56:00.003-04:00

View more news videos at: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/video.

Moshe Kai Cavalin, 11, is graduating with honors from East Los Angeles Community College this week. And here is what he says about himself, "I consider myself a regular kid who works hard and does his best," He is the only child of a Taiwanese mother and an Israeli father. This young man already has the right perspective on himself....."I work hard and do my best." Watch the above video and be amazed. Here's the story.

OPTICAL ILLUSIONS

2009-06-04T20:08:00.009-04:00

Optical illusions are fun.........and confusing..........and frustrating. Sometimes you can easily get them and other times you stop and just give up. Take a look at these and good luck!

Tilt your head to the right and you should read a word in cursive.

Are the ladders going up or down??

Read the "color" and not the word.

Tilt your head to the right, and you'll see a duck. Tilt to the left and you'll see a bunny.

There are actually three faces visible here. An old Scottish man, an elderly woman, and a beautiful young woman looking away.

Can you figure this one out?

Look closely. Do you see a beautiful woman or a guy playing the saxophone?

Three men or chess pieces?

CRYO CELL - THE GIFT OF LIFE

2009-06-04T19:53:00.003-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. Cord blood is one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes and cerebral palsy. Parents should take note - choosing to store their child’s cord blood can be one of the best decisions they ever make.

The key within the cord blood is the stem cells. This subject can be controversial but also the benefits of such research are numerous. Science can now treat diseases with Stem Cells - umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat 70 diseases. About 30,000 people a year in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that can be treated with cord blood stem cells. By the year 2015, there will be 10,000 cord blood transplants world-wide per year using publicly banked cord blood.

Cryo-Cell is one of the world’s largest and most established family cord blood banks with over 150,000 clients worldwide. Cryo-Cell International is dedicated to educating expectant parents about the benefits of preserving their newborn's cord blood stem cells. And right now as the holiday season is fast approaching Cryo-Cell has made available various gift offers for expectant parents. They are offering the Cryo-Cell Gift Card which is good for a variety of services such as stem cell cord blood preservation service and the collection and cryo preservation (store at a very low temperature) of stem cells. This truly could be one of the most important gifts you could give as this is the kind of gift that lasts a lifetime. For details of this and other current offers, check out their Gifting Page.

The value of cord blood cannot be overstated, especially for parents to be. To learn more about this important subject, simply click on any of the above links. Choose to enroll now - the decision is life-saving.

WOMAN KILLED BY GARAGE DOOR

2009-06-04T19:42:00.002-04:00

Chicago police are investigating the death of a 33-year-old woman who was apparently crushed by her garage door on the city's South Side. Once in a while, actually more often than not, the news is filled with sad stories that make you think twice about what reallyl happened? The above"young" lady was crushed by a garage door. Hard to imagine and you wonder if there were other circumstances unless the garage door weighed a ton which none of them do. Anyway, this is one of those "scratch your head" stories. Click the post title to read the rest of the story.

SOGO FOR LIFE!!

2009-06-04T19:22:00.005-04:00

SOGO Active is an innovative and progressive new program "by youths for youths." One of the most important things we can pass along to our children to to eat healthy and to stay active and exercise. The typical scenario these days is of a child or children gathered around a television set playing the latest video games or sitting in front of a computer surfing sites that may or may not be good for them. Not exactly the healthiest of activities and for many, that is exactly the problem. That's where SOGO Active comes in.

SOGO Active is a unique program that exists to encourage youth and also to energize them into action. The program gives young Canadians the tools to design, change and control their own individual get active plan. In other words, the power of creative and executing the plan is in the hands of the youth. This requires inspiration and discipline on the part of the youth and that's where SOGO Active helps build in the structure to make it successful. Within the program there exists a network of provincial and territorial organizations that will help activate the program and keep things on track. In addition there are organizations that will assist with access to facilities, equipment and resources that these youth will require for their activities and games.

SOGO Active is a beacon these days providing an outlet for youth to take control of their lives by being more active and physical. A sharp body most often means a sharp mind and that is critical for our youth. I would encourage you to to click the above link and check out for yourself this wonderful organization and the great work they are doing.

FILIPINO ON AIR FRANCE

2009-06-03T20:43:00.002-04:00

A Filipino was among the 228 people on Air France Flight 447 that probably crashed into the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday evening, the Philippine embassy in Brazil said on Tuesday.

The sad truth is that we may not really ever find out what happened. Even more sad is that a fellow countryman was on the flight. I believe he was a seaman and his boat docked in Brazil. Per the DFA press release from June 2, 2009, "The Filipino was identified as Arden Jugueta, a seafarer whose vessel docked in Rio de Janeiro and who was to take a connecting flight from Paris to Manila." Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and to all the families of those who lost loved ones.

BEEWELL MILES FOR A GOOD CAUSE

2009-06-03T20:24:00.010-04:00

Breast cancer is serious business. Everyone knows this. And there are many good and worthy organizations that do a lot for this cause. One of those is Bumble Bee Foods. And right now, from 4/1/09-10/31/09, Bumble Bee Foods will donate $0.15 per mile for every mile logged at BeeWellMiles.com (up to $200,000) to help the Breast Cancer Network of Strength. BeeWell Miles - this program was created to make it easy to get active, one step at a time - here are some of the benefits of the program:

Interact with our panel of experts and read their weekly blogs
See how your activity/nutrition offset each other with our Activity/Nutrition Balance
Interact with other guests and share ideas/tips in our Community forums
Find walking/running events in your area

Do you know someone with breast cancer? We do and it, like any other cancer, is an especially difficult road to journey. If you log just 2 miles per day during this promotion, you will help contribute around $65 toward this cause. If you had 5 or 10 friends to match you, suddenly that becomes almost $500 Bumble Bee will contribute. It quickly adds up and as you know, many people are in need of quick action when it comes to breast cancer. My friend and I walk 2 miles per day and try our best to walk everyday. Although we haven't walked every single day, we are committed to do this as often as possible.

The picture to the left was taken from one of our walks we had on a beautiful day at Stone Mountain. After logging the miles, it felt so good to know we are helping those who have this terrible disease and furthermore, we are helping our friend with breast cancer. So how many BeeWell Miles can you log? By clicking the previous link, you can get more information about this important cause as well as other information about living a healthy lifestyle. Be sure to check them out today!

BIRTHDAY FUN!!

2009-06-03T20:03:00.010-04:00

We attended a birthday party this past weekend and had a great time. Of course we want to share the pics with you and we hope you enjoy them!

Daniel and his Daddy running through the water coming from the water slide!! Daniel giggled the whole time!

The hosts had a 4-wheeler and guess who wanted to be the first to drive?? He's all boy!!

Here I am with my good friend Eleanor - she is the proud Mommy of the birthday girl!

Hubby showing our son the finer points of learning to drive! I think Daniel will learn to drive before me?!?!

What would a birthday party be without a pinata?? Here is the birthday girl going for the candy!

And here is Miah, the pretty birthday girl!! Happy Birthday and congratulations on a great birthday party!

Lastly, here are some of the kids gathering for a picture. Everyone had a great time and a special thank you to Miah for inviting us to your wonderful birthday party!

BLOOD BANK

2009-06-03T19:40:00.003-04:00

New and innovative ways to fight medical diseases are being born everyday. Research is showing over and over that one of the keys to fighting these diseases lies in our blood. Our life is in our blood. And cord blood is one of the more effective ways of fighting diseases such as leukemia, anemia, lymphoma, diabetes and cerebral palsy. Mothers and mothers to be should take note - choosing to store your child’s cord blood can be one of the best decisions you ever make.

The key within the cord blood is the stem cells. This subject can be controversial but also the benefits of such research are numerous. Science can now treat many, many diseases with Stem Cells - umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat 70 diseases. About 30,000 people a year in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that can be treated with cord blood stem cells. By the year 2015, there will be 10,000 cord blood transplants world-wide per year using publicly banked cord blood. Cryo-Cell is one of the world’s largest and most established family cord blood banks with over 150,000 clients worldwide. And right now Cryo-Cell offers affordable pricing plans and financing options for cord blood banking. For more about that, click Pricing/Financing on their website. For this and other current offers, click the above link in this post.

The value of your baby's cord blood cannot be overstated, especially for parents to be. To learn more about Cryo-Cell U-Cord, simply click on the above link. The information found is life-saving.

FAILED SUICIDE

2009-06-03T19:31:00.000-04:00

This poor lady evidently wanted to end her life but to her surprise, she walked away to live another day. Who video taped this and how did they know what was going on? Was it a stunt? Who knows but it is interesting and also frightening to watch. Actually I think it was a camera positioned to video the railroad crossing. Anyway, watch for yourself.

KISSIMMEE - THE PERFECT SUMMER VACATION

2009-06-03T19:22:00.003-04:00

Probably everyone at one time or another has wanted to visit Florida. There are so many beautiful and wonderful cities and, of course, the coastal areas have the most beautiful beaches and views of the ocean not to mention the Gulf of Mexico. One of the most beautiful places in all of Florida is Kissimmee. This city lies right in the middle of the state.

Half way down Florida, Kissimmee is home to many beautiful attractions and many free things to do. That's right - Kissimmee is home to free things such as checking out the wilderness preserves or maybe you are a history buff and love historic downtown areas or little eclectic shops and boutiques. Maybe it’s a picnic at the park. These are some my husband and son would love to do together. And all these things are free.................but there's more. You not only have a host of free things to do but there are also other things such as visiting a theme park, taking in a dinner show, or planning a romantic dinner for two. And right now Kissimmee is giving away three (3) weekend getaways (3 days/2 nights) for two (2); and two (2) week long vacations for four (4). Drawings will be held on or around 4/1/09, 5/1/09 and 6/1/09.

If you are in the market for a free vacation, (and who isn't) then click the above link and enter for yourself a chance to win a free vacation, complements of Kissimmee, from the beautiful state of Florida! Check out their website today!

HARD TO SAY GOODBYE

2009-05-27T19:53:00.014-04:00

Just when you thought there were no more pictures from our Philippines trip, we have to show you some of our "goodbyes" and trip back home. Hope you enjoy........

Here's our Daniel sitting on top of the van before our departure.

Debbie saying goodbye to her brother and nephew.

Hardest was saying goodbye to Mommy and Auntie Cion.

All the ladies gathering together for one last photo......until we return again.

And all the guys gathering one more time........with Mommy, of course!

Our stop over in Toyko. We were glad to have a lay-over which gave us a chance to stretch our legs and prepare for the long trip to Dallas.

Does Daniel look worried about getting the Swine Flu?

Daniel enjoyed "riding" the escalator.

Our decent back into Atlanta was beautiful........but we sure do miss everyone in the Phil's. We will be back!!

APEX PAYDAY LOAN

2009-05-27T19:33:00.003-04:00

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Apex Payday Loans is a company that specializes in lending money to those in need with fast, friendly, and courteous service. When you click over to their website you will see how simple and convenient their site is to use. If you are running short of money and need help fast, I would encourage you to try out Apex Payday Loans today!

FIRST TIME AT CHUCK E CHEESE

2009-05-26T20:47:00.007-04:00

Daniel experienced the one and only Chuck E Cheese and he had a great time! Here are some pictures from our get-a-way with some friends.....

Daniel and I posing in front of Chuck E. - you can tell Daniel was anxious to get his hands on all the games!

So many games to choose from - he explored them all!

His favorite toys were those that simulated cars - give Daniel a steering wheel and he is a happy little boy!

Another favorite of Daniel's was riding the horses!!

Daniel with his friend William (the birthday boy) and William's Mommy - all having a great time!

"Just one more game Mommy? That one - over there!"

Overall it was a great afternoon and of course, the boys didn't want to go. Everyone is anxious to go back to Chuck E. Cheese!

A RADIO DISNEY VACATION!!

2009-05-20T20:21:00.002-04:00

Radio Disney is holding a Summer Concert Series which will be held in Wildwood, New Jersey at Morey’s Piers this summer from June to August. When you think of things to do in New Jersey and Wildwood vacations, Morey's Piers has so much to offer. Whether it's a Jersey Shore getaway or a full fledged family vacation, this is the place to go. They have New Jersey water parks, New Jersey amusement parks and rides, great places to stay, such as Wildwood New Jersey hotels and Wildwood new jersey motels, great dining places and many group events. Just click either of the above links to find out more information about this great get-away spot.

But most importantly this Summer, Radio Disney is coming to Morey's Piers. It promises to be a star-studded Summer with plenty of tremendous performances. With so many Disney stars there you would think the price of the tickets would be sky high but the great news is that all of the concerts are.........(drum-roll please).....FREE!! You read that correctly - they are free! This will prove to be one of the more popular concert series of the Summer for certain. Just click either of the above links to find out more information about an incredible summer vacation, Wildwood New Jersey motels and the wonderful Summer plans you could be making to be in beautiful Morey's Piers in New Jersey.

MORE OF DANIEL'S BAPTISM

2009-05-20T19:47:00.010-04:00

Here are some more photos from Daniel's big day. If you missed the others you can find them here. We hope you enjoy them!

The happy Mommy and Daddy!! We are sooooo very proud of our son!

Daniel just realized that you get presents when you are baptized!!

Three very dear friends of Debbie from college. She was so happy they were able to make it to Daniel's baptism!

Gwapo anak ko!! Daniel in his Barong Tagalog playing with his Uncle Dom's i-Phone.

Here is Daniel's baptism cake - a little damaged but it still tasted great!

Some of the crowd enjoying the food!

More friends and family enjoying the festivities at the reception.

Daniel drew quite a crowd and everyone stood in line patiently waiting for their turn to fill their plates! Since it was raining outside, we had everyone inside but no one seemed to mind.

More friends and family enjoying the occasion!

We hope you enjoy these and believe it or not, we have a few more from Daniel's special day to share.....next time! Happy blogging to everyone!