Tuesday, January 25, 2005

back from the hospital

my little cheska just came home from makati med where she was confined since friday from bronchitis.

it was a fun experience for my daughter since in was her 1st time being confined, the last one was when she was born(ahahahahaha!) my daughter was delighted to sleep in a big bed and being served food 3 times a day and having the aircon open 24hrs(kala niya siguro hotel).

before she was confined my daughter experienced on and off fever that was accompanied with colds and cough and this was happening for 2 weeks. wait, wait! i know you're thinking why did we wait for 2 weeks.. actually on the 4rth day we alredy brought her to the drs. and was advised to buy expensive antibiotics for her but it still didn't cure her. so we brought her again to the dr. and advised her to confine cheska so that she'll be monitored and get the rest that she needs to get well.

i am proud of my daughter! she never flinched when blood was taken from her, when a needle was inserted in her hand for the dextrose. she is one brave girl. the experienced she had with the nurses, doctors and in the hospital was pleasant, she had a great time in general.

now she's back at home palying, watching dvd's and all the other stuff that she missed.

what we need to do now is to make her eat 'coz she lost a lot of weight. thanks to medicard for shouldering all the expenses... YEAH!!!

Tuesday, January 18, 2005

sleepy

went home early today. took my last lunch break at 5:30 and went straight home and slept. i was sooooo tired and sleepy i didn't even notice my wife and cheska leave(ahahaha!). well anyways, i was awaken with a loud continuous sound of the doorbell, it was cheska, who just arrived from school this is around 11am. with 5 hours of sleep under me, i decided to eat lunch since i wasn't able to eat breakfast. sahlee(my wife) called and said that she'll be bringing cheska to the supermarket(whooopeee!). so since i already ate lunch i can't sleep yet, so i played NBA Live for awhile. slept again at around 1pm and woke up at 2pm since cheska did the thing with the doorbell again(ahahahaha). given that it's still early in the afternoon and cheska needs her afternoon sleep, i slept again with me embracing her(whew! what a wonderful feeling that is)

woke up around 5pm(kasi masakit na yung likod ko sa kakatulog at may hulma na ng katawan ko yung futton). took a bath and went to the gym and now my arms feel like sh_t!! my trainer started a new gym routine for me and now i feel so tired. haay!

sleepy na ako! as in sobrang sleepy and tired! good thing the calls are not yet picking up so i still have a few minutes to rest for awhile....

Monday, January 17, 2005

nite shift

baboinsking has come back to the C-SHIFT!!!!!

started working around 9pm and it's just a few minutes till 12 and im so sleepy. YEAH!!!!!

sige na inaantok na ako.. till the next time.. ahaha! maiinis na naman si meya nitow.. ahahaha!!

no title yet... ahahaha!

good day to all of you!

it's just another monday morning, but the difference is that i didn't start work at the usual time. i woke up around 7 watched my daughter get dressed for school. haaay! how time flies, a few more years and i won't be able to see her get dressed(ahaha!)

i got to watch princess diaries 2 with my daughter today. seems that it's becoming her favorite aside from harry potter of course.

opened the computer and started reading blogs from different people and thought why not write one myself, since it's been over two months since my last entry.

so here it is....

Thursday, January 06, 2005

How to Have an Ideal Relationship By Lorrin L. Lee, PhD

Specially for those in relationship or in near future.

A relationship is a natural, logical, and harmonious association. This happens when people WANT to be with each other and look forward to sharing goals, time, and activities together. Here are fun and easy ways to a loving - ideal relationship.


1. TALK.
Always in pleasant tones. No shouting or swearing at each other. Speak only positive words with gentleness and kindness. Communicate daily. This is the highest and most caring form of love.

Keep your communication lines OPEN and BE CONSISTENT.


2. WALK TOGETHER MORE.

Take 30 minutes a day. To exercise, communicate, release emotions, share ideas, goals, and to clear up any misunderstandings. It's okay to hold hands, too!


3. DO NEW, DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES TOGETHER.

Enjoy a new restaurant, a different dish, a concert, a unique vacation,attend a class together something exciting both of you can plan and look forward to. Learn together and you'll be happier.


4. GIVE GIFTS.

Like a magazine subscription, a special book, a warm bath and massage,flowers, surprise experiences, favorite foods, and the many other special things your mate would enjoy and get excited about.


5. WRITE LOVE NOTES.

Hide them around the home - in clothing, pockets, in the kitchen drawer and secret places. Send some to his or her working place. Write a passionate love letter. Express your love in writing on exquisite stationery. Attach a gift certificate or a crispy $100 bill. Use your imagination and make it a fun surprise. And do it often!


6. DO NOT CRITICIZE, CONDEMN OR COMPLAIN!

This is an absolute NO-NO. Only praises. Acknowledge the goodness in each other. There is no place for negativity in a loving and lasting relationship ever! Your mate will do the right thing-as you lead by example.


7. ACHIEVE AND MAINTAIN YOUR IDEAL FIGURE.

It is a gift to yourself and your mate. A healthy and attractive body also promotes a healthy relationship.


8. LET HIM/HER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS/HER LIFE.

He or she has the right to determine his or her own reality and destiny. Always respect that choice. Both of you can live your lives in your own way harmoniously. Treasure each other's differences. Do your very best to make life easier and more fun for your mate.


9. GROW TOGETHER.

At the same speed and direction - by sharing similar ideas and activities. This will bond you together even more while building on fond memories. People who don't grow together will compete in their relationship and move on to lead separate lives. This is why most people divorce.


10. DO NOT BE POSSESSIVE.

Don't act as though you "own" your mate. Support, encourage each other's way of living and individual interests. Be grateful in harmony.


11. TREASURE YOUR TIME TOGETHER.

It could be your last. Look at it this way and you'll always appreciate each other even more. Have NO reason for regrets. Spend time with each other doing all the things you both love to do. Do it now! Tomorrow may not come. So together-plan now for the best of the rest of your lives.


12. DO WHAT PLEASES BOTH OF YOU.

In private, there are no limits on what you can do together with each other as long as both benefit and agree. Whatever other people think of what you do or say is none of their business! So, go ahead experiment and satisfy each other to the limit!


13. BE OPEN.

To new ideas, experiences, and relationships. This is the way for fun,growth and expansion in your lives. The more you LEARN together, the happier you both will be.


14. FORGIVE and LOVE.

Release the past at every moment. Live in the present. Plan for the future-together and joyously!


15. BE FREE of resentments, anger, jealousy, hatred, and envy toward each other. This will open both of you to even greater respect for each other.

Be thankful for your mate's kindness.


16. ELIMINATE ARGUING.

Anywhere, anytime. Especially while eating or in bed. Each person has a right to his or her own opinion. Respect each others ideas, philosophy, and outlook on life. Be a great listener!


17. SMILE AND LAUGH WITH EACH OTHER.

A prescription for aliveness and health. Don't take yourself or your mate too seriously. Lighten up and laugh more often. Remember, your smiles are true gifts to each other.


18. LOOK INTO EACH OTHER'S EYES

See the love, truth, and beauty in your mate. The more you look into each other's eyes lovingly, the more you will love each other more deeply! Do this daily. It's very powerful and fun!


19. TOUCH EACH OTHER TENDERLY DAILY.

Hug. Kiss. Caress. These are wonderful ways to show caring and love. We ALL need it. More than we care to admit!


20. Develop a HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.

Good food promotes a healthier state of mind for a more meaningful relationship. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole wheat, grains, hi-fiber, low-fat, low-calorie foods. Drink more water. Get more rest.

Keep yourself cleansed, nourished, and balanced.


21. Keep your home, car, kitchen, closets, rooms-simple, neat, clean and organized. This will help promote a tranquil setting for greater peace and happiness in your lives. It really works! Begin this today!


22. DRESS YOUR BEST.

Be appropriate, neat, clean, and proud of your appearance. How you look, especially in public enhances your mate's choice and appearance too!


23. SHARE IN FINANCIAL MATTERS.

If you are married, communicate with each other on all your finances. If you have a family business, be sure both are informed on profits, losses, expenses, etc. Set your financial priorities together. This will help to strengthen your relationship which is built on trust and sharing. Enjoy building your financial future together. This is important.


24. ACCEPT EACH OTHER TOTALLY.

Exactly the way both of you are. Do not try to change each other's uniqueness. Allow your mate to change if and when he or she desires. This promotes everlasting peace.


25. SAY "I LOVE YOU".

Especially when you wake up and before you go to sleep. Say it for the rest of your lives together. Never ever take love for granted. Express it verbally as well as with action. We all need to hear that magical phrase.

It reaffirms how we feel at that moment. So, fill your lives with millions of moments of love by saying "I love you."


People we love come and go. When we have them let's try to give the best we can offer. When we lose them, accept and be happy at least once in this short life of ours love comes our way.

Though it's painful and risky...keep on loving.

God is good! All the time!

Thank You Orange for this one....

a message to a friend

There you were in the shadows...
seeking for something you know, you'll never find
I asked you, "why do you keep in doing this?"
You said, you have to.
Why go blindly, when you know you're
going to stumble and fall?
Still, you said you have to.

I offered my hand.
Then you said my voice was enough to guide you.
Stil you continued forth.
Until my voice was hardly a whisper to you.
I didn't want to leave.
I had to shout.
So that you'd realize that I was there.
I never left.
That you were never alone.

I guess you knew...
Even before you knew
that you had to do it your way.

Now I understand
that you had to be in the shadows
to appreciate the light ahead.

Goodbye Jeff.
Till we meet again.

Sheils

this was written by a common friend of ours for the late Jeffrey Wernher "Boko" Gonzales. May you rest in peace sire!!!

Monday, January 03, 2005

1 to the 10th power

THE FIRST SECRET
The Power of Thought.
Love begins with our thoughts. We become what we think about.Loving thoughts create loving experiences and loving relationships.Affirmations can change our beliefs and thoughts about ourselves andothers. If we want to love someone, we need to consider their needsand desires. Thinking about your ideal partner will help you recognizehim or her when you meet him or her.
THE SECOND SECRET
The Power of Respect.
You cannot love anyone or anything unless you first respect them.The first person you need to respect is yourself. To begin to gainself-respect ask yourself: "What do I respect about myself?" To gainrespect for others, even those you may dislike, ask yourself:"What do I respect about them?"
THE THIRD SECRET
The Power of Giving.
If you want to receive love, all you have to do is give it! Themore love you give, the more you will receive. To love is to give ofyourself, freely and unconditionally. Practice random acts ofkindness. Before committing to a relationship ask not what the otherperson will be able to give to you, but rather what will you be able to give them.The secret formula of a happy, lifelong, loving relationship is toalways focus on what you can give instead of what you can take.
THE FOURTH SECRET
The Power of Friendship.
To find a true love, you must first find a true friend. Love doesnot consist of gazing into each other's eyes, but rather lookingoutward together in the same direction. To love someone completely youmust love them for who they are, not what they look like. Friendshipis the soil through which love's seeds grow. If you want to bring loveinto a relationship, you must first bring friendship.
THE FIFTH SECRET
The Power of Touch.
Touch is one of the most powerful expressions of love, breakingdown barriers and bonding relationships. Touch changes our physicaland emotional states and makes us more receptive to love.
THE SIXTH SECRET
The Power of Letting Go.
"If you love something, set it free. If it comes back to you it'syours, if it doesn't it never was." Even in a loving relationship,people need their own space. If we want to learn to love, we mustfirst learn to forgive and let go of past hurts, and grievances. Lovemeans letting go of our fears, prejudices, egos and conditions. "Today I let go ofall my fears, the past has no power over me- today is the beginning ofa new life."
THE SEVENTH SECRET
The Power of Communication.
When we learn to communicate openly and honestly, life changes.To love someone is to communicate with them. Let the people you loveknow that you love them and appreciate them. Never be afraid to saythose three magic words: "I Love You." Never let an opportunity passto praise someone. Always leave someone you love with a loving.
THE EIGHTH SECRET
The Power of Commitment.
If you want to have love in abundance, you must be committed toit, and that commitment will be reflected in your thoughts andactions. Commitment is the true test of love. If you want to haveloving relationships, you must be committed to loving relationships.When you are committed to someone or something, quitting is never anoption. Commitment distinguishes a fragile relationship from a strongone.
THE NINTH SECRET
The Power of Passion.
Passion ignites love and keeps it alive. Lasting passion does notcome through physical attraction alone, it comes from deep commitment,enthusiasm, interest and excitement. Passion can be recreated byrecreating past experiences when you felt passionate. Spontaneity andsurprises produce passion. The essence of love and happiness are thesame; all we need to do is to live each day with passion.
THE TENTH SECRET
The Power of Trust.
Trust is essential in all loving relationships. Without it oneperson becomes suspicious, anxious and fearful and the other personfeels trapped and emotionally suffocated. You cannot love someonecompletely unless you trust them completely. Act as if yourrelationship with the person you love will never end. One of the waysyou can tell whether a person is right for you is to ask yourself: "Do I trust themcompletely and unreservedly?" If the answer is "no", then you mustthink very carefully before you make any type of a commitment.