Have a Happy New Year Everyone!

Since hubby is working on New Year's Eve, my son and I will be spending it alone. Just need to wait till he gets home from work tomorrow morning. We will greet each other on the phone when 12am strikes!

Monday Mayhem: The Resolution Meme....

Welcome to Monday Mayhem where no two Mondays are the same. Today's meme is New Years Resolutions. This meme by the way is created by Harriet.

Weight Loss

2010: Yes, this on top of our lists.

Debt

in 2010... just purchased a new van... can't say to pay it in full in just one year.

Save Money

in 2010...definitely will continue to shop during clearance sale and also put a 100 bucks on savings every payday!

Exercise More

in 2010..., I am determined to lose weight for my son's sake!

Smoking...

in 2010...so glad I don't smoke :-)!

Drinking..

in 2010...and don't drink either :-), yay!

Eat Better

in 2010...for us it is more on portion.

Monday Mayhem Weekly

Why be normal?

Happy Birthday, Umma!

Just want to say Happy Birthday to one of the blogger friends I met online. Umma, may all your dreams come true, dear! I miss your visit, and most of all your personal blog and also about Yeung Lei.

And Happy Holiday to you and your family as well!

Mommy Moments: Christmas Moments

Time flies so fast, and it is Friday once again; time for Mommy Moments with this week's theme: Christmas Moments! Many thanks to Chris who is the host of this wonderful meme. Merry Christmas Everyone from the Kenyon's ( Matt, Cecile & Jake).

Kids love opening gifts and my son is one of them. The moment he saw gifts underneath the Christmas tree, he would ask me whether he could open it even before Christmas.

He also loves to help decorate the tree...here is one his ornaments.

Every year we go to the Santa's Village where he had fun visiting the North pole, eat Mrs. Claus cookies, have photo with Santa and more.

Flavor of Christmas, Pinoy-Style

Puto Bumbong and Bibingka are two native holiday treats that are bound to the pre-drawn Misa de Aguinaldo, which starts December 16 and is held everyday for nine days until Christmas Day. In the city, even well-dressed matrons buy them dripping with melted butter and sprinkled with niyog to get them going for the nine dawn Masses.

Photo courtesy of PinoyCook.net

The number of street stalls serving these delicacies has dwindled through the years, as has the number of church-goers during the Simbang Gabi. But there are still a few restaurants in town that serve the faithful who attend the dawn Mass.

Monday Mayhem: Who Did You See Kissing Where?

Submitted by the wonderful Thom!

(this cracks me up)



I saw ____Brad Pit ______ kissing ____Jennifer A _____
Underneath the ___giant Christmas tree______ last night
They didn't see me _____with a video cam_____
Down the __street____ to have a ____date______
They thought that I was ______just a fan_____
in my ____fave coat_______ fast ____walking by.______

Then I saw ____Manny P______ kissing ______Crystal R___
Underneath the ____boxing rim_____ last night

Oh what a __big fight____ it would have been
If ___Jinky_______ had only seen
___Manny______ kissing __Crystal R_______ last night.

Note: Manny Pacquiao is the famous boxer in the Philippines right now, while Crystal is a local actress on the said country, and Jinky of course, is Manny's wife.



How's your weather? Will you have a white Christmas?

Knowing Texas weather, no ideal it if would be white (hopefully). It is 65 degrees here tonight!

Saturday 9: White Christmas

Welcome to Saturday: 9 . What we've committed to our readers is that we will post 9 questions every Saturday. Sometimes the post will have a theme, and at other times the questions will be totally unrelated. Those weeks we do "random uestions," so-to-speak. We encourage you to visit other participants posts and leave a comment. Because we don't have any rules, it is your choice. We hate rules. We love memes, however, and here is today's meme!

Saturday 9: White Christmas


1. If you live where you get winter weather, do you prefer your Christmas to be white? If you never see snow, do you wish for it?
~~ Yup, White Christmas would be great!
2. How many holiday cards did you receive from people you hadn't sent cards to, after the "mailing deadline?" Did you send a card anyway?
~~ I always send Christmas cards whether they'll send me one or not.
3. When the clock strikes Midnight on New Year's, will you be at home, at a party, or somewhere else?
~~ Definitely be home; unless we are scheduled to spend it with my in-laws.
4. Have you ever taken the keys and driven home a friend that you felt was too drunk to drive? If not, do you think you would attempt to if that situation ever arose?
~~ Yes, I would absolutely do that...wouldn't let her/him drive drunk!
5. Tell us about a gift that you either bought or made for someone else that you wanted for yourself!
~~ Since it is cold here...I could use a Snuggie Blanket.
6. What chores do you have left for the holidays?
~~ None other than making nice meal on Christmas day.
7. If you could buy one gift for yourself where money was not an obstacle, what would it be?
~~ Any of the two: An Apple MacBook :-) or Plane tickets for our trip to the Philippines.
8. What is one of your family’s favorite holiday traditions?
~~ Read a Christmas story written on the Bible.
9. If you could give a fellow blogger a holiday gift, which would it be and what would you give them?
~~ It's going to be a surprised... so sorry, I can't tell it here.

The Christmas Tree Test

You Are Meticulously Precise

During the holidays, you take celebrating very seriously. It's like a job for you. You make sure that every stocking is hung and that every Christmas card is sent. You believe it's your responsibility to make sure that no one is forgotten. You have the longest Christmas list of anyone you know. You can relax once everything is taken care of. You tend to start your holiday planning and shopping early.

The Christmas Tree Test

Pulling Sticks and Yellow Notes!

It's been awhile since my son last pulled sticks at school and we were so happy for that; but last week, he pulled two for two consecutive days because he wasn't listening to his teacher and was talking so much! Yesterday, he pulled one again and it is not good. I just don't understand why he wouldn't listen and stop playing when ask to! He knew I don't like to see a "yellow note" inside his backpack that is why he's been hiding it from me lately. The thing is, he wouldn't show it to his Dad! My son is a good little man, he is just playful, but when it comes to school work, he always get 100% on their test and even gets stars, smiley faces, stickers and stamps on it. Any suggestions how to deal with his playfulness when at school? What about listening? We always tell him to listen to his teacher, be good and don't talk when the teacher is giving lesson...but somehow, he forgeo it every once in awhile, thus bringing me a note to sign and return the next day. I love my son so much and I am worried for him.

Monday Mayhem: What Would You Do If...............

Welcome to Monday Mayhem
Every week is something different.

Have fun!

Today's meme- What would you do if.......
Simply copy and paste this into your blog post and answer each prompt with an image, words or whatever makes you happy.

What if during holiday gift giving someone gave you....

A fruit cake?

I would surely control my appetite for this cake is very sweet which is not good for a diabetic like me.

An ugly sweater?

Donate it to Goodwill or Thrift store.

Deodorant?

I would ask...why?

A check for $5

Be grateful...it may not be a lot, but for the giver, it might be a treasure!

Mr. T

I don't really know this guy.

A lump of coal

I don't know, keep it inside the fireplace.

Miley DVD

Give to one of her fans.

So, what is the worst gift you have ever received?

I haven't received any worst gift yet, for me all gifts are worth keeping no matter what it is... as long as it doesn't hurt me.

Thanks for joining us.

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I Need This Wool Shirt Badly!

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I have always wanted to wear something I can wear any time of the year, but I couldn't find one. When I go shop, I can only find one that can be worn for a certain season like clothes you wear only on summer, or something for winter. Nope, I am not that picky either, just a simple shirt with long sleeve just like the one photo I have posted here.

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Do You Spread Holiday Cheer?

You Spread a Lot of Holiday Cheer

During the holidays, you represent the true spirit of Christmas. You give freely, and you enjoy this special time of the year. There's a good chance that you spread cheer every time of the year... not just during the holidays. You're kind, upbeat, and generous. Anyone who crosses your path is lucky.

Do You Spread Holiday Cheer?

Unique Online Auctions

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Mommy Moments: Some of the Precious Moments with My Son

It's Friday once again...amazing how time flies so fast! It is Mommy Moments once again with the theme: Your Mommy Moments!

Just like every mother/parent, I love spending time with my son; and I miss it when he is at school; but I have to accept the fact that my son is growing so fast...and that he needs to be away from me to gain education. I am not a perfect mother that is why I feel guilty sometimes when I nag him when he doesn't put away his toys and makes mess all over the place I keep telling myself to loosen up and let him be...just like my husband said. Anyway, here are some of the moments I cherish most with my son.

We love reading book together...and Jake won't sleep without reading before going to bed.

Jacob got this thing from me...he won't be able to sleep without me by his side...just like me without hubby.

He still likes giving me a hug and kiss without any reason or being asked...

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Saturday 9: Joy To The World!

Welcome to Saturday: 9 . What we've committed to our readers is that we will post 9 questions every Saturday. Sometimes the post will have a theme, and at other times the questions will be totally unrelated. Those weeks we do "random questions," so-to-speak. We encourage you to visit other participants posts and leave a comment. Because we don't have any rules, it is your choice. We hate rules. We love memes, however, and here is today's meme!

Saturday 9: Joy to the World

1. What to you is the most joyous aspect of the holidays?
~~ Simply being with family on a cold winter break!
2. Do you get much snow where you live? If yes, do you enjoy winter sports like skiing or would you rather stay in by the cozy fire?
~~ Here in Texas, we don't get much snow...but it gets so cold in here. So, we just stay in by cozy fire.
3. Have you ever been on a sleigh ride or a carriage ride? Do you even like horses?
~~ Yup, I did once in New Mexico...that was fun, but scary! I think I would like to try horse riding someday.
4. During the busy week, what do you do to relax?
~~ Watch my fave T.V. shows while sipping a cup of chicory with hubby.
5. Do you get stressed during the holidays?
~~ A Little bit especially when it comes to buying gifts.
6. What holiday song could you happily never hear again?
~~ Those songs sung by the Carolers over and over again.
7. How do you decide on what present you pick for a person?
~~ It depends on what they need and how much budget I have for gifts.
8. What does this holiday season mean to you and why?
~~ Greater Appreciation on Jesus birth, being with my family and extended family, and appreciating friends and neighbors.
9. What holiday movies best describe the season for you and why?
~~ Family vacation on Christmas...not my fave!

Note: This is a late post!

Monday Mayhem: Lola's Holiday Meme

Welcome to Monday Mayhem, the coolest place to be on a Monday.

This week's meme was borrowed from Lola -

Simply copy and paste this into your own post and respond to the prompts.

Here goes:
1. What is your favorite holiday show/animated show?

Charlie Brown, Of course!

2. What holiday character do you think you're most like?
~~ Santa Claus

3. What holiday character does your spouse think you're most like?
~~ Since I love to give gifts...he would say Santa Claus also :-)!

4. Favorite Christmas/holiday song?

~~ It's Christmas All Over The World.

5. Most hated Christmas/holiday song?
~~ All songs that sounds lonely.
6. If you have an all holiday music radio station when do you start listening to it?

~~ December

7. If you have an all holiday music radio station do you love it or hate it?

I love it because it is my fave, don't you think?

8. Have you ever wrapped yourself as a Christmas/holiday present? Come on...you can tell!

~~ Yes, always...
9. Who is Rudolf The Red Nosed Reindeer's father?
~~ I think it is Donner; am I right?
10. Do you drive your neighborhood or one near you at night to look at other people's holiday decorations?
~~ Yes, we never miss it.

11. When you see a heavily decorated house do you think, 'oh that's lovely'? Or do you think, 'oh criminy, that looks like Christmas threw up all over their lawn'?

~~ I think it is way too much!

12. Are you counting the days to Christmas/Holidays with excited anticipation or dread?
~~ With lots of anticipation and excitement!
13. When was the last time you had your photo taken with Santa? Did you sit on his lap?

~~ Last year at , nope, I will never sit on his lap.

14. Do you make a Christmas/Holiday list for your spouse or significant other or do you rely on them to pick your gift(s) without a clue from you?

~~ No, but I kind of giving him a hint few months before December.

15. When do you put up your tree and/or menorah/and or anything else?

~~ The day after thanksgiving.

16. If tree- Real or fake?
~~ Fake, hopefully next year a real one for the first time.

17. When do you take your tree/decorations down?

~~ After New Year...
18. Do you shop the day after Christmas sales? What do you shop for?
~~ Yup, mostly chocolates for my nieces, wrappers for next year, and winter clothing, if I still have money.
19. Is your work/office having a holiday party this year? Will you attend?
~~ Nah, I am a stay at home Mom.

20. Do you have your New Year's Eve Plans set yet?
~~ Yes...sort of.