I’m currently browsing home management websites looking for inspirations. I’m trying to determine what would work with a family of 3 (and possibly 4 in a year or two). Not only the organization part of home design but also the color combination of walls, furniture and accessories. I was specially attracted to outdoor entertaining essentials, and surprised that there are so called outdoor pillows.

Anyway, I saw some paint colour collection, and I’m leaning towards a fresh look for the living room and kitchen, while “loft” palette for the bedroom. Found a nice colour palette for the living room, bathroom and kid’s playroom. Just looking at the palette is so inspiring!

How I wish I could revamp my wardrobe, not only my casual outfits but my corporate outfits as well. I’m still hesitant though, hoping to shed the unwanted pounds before buying anything. I read that this hcg diet protocol can help lose weight as much as one pound per day. So yes, there’s hope. Haha.

I’m guessing more than half of my clothes in the closet do not fit me anymore. It’s high time to have an overhaul as I’m pretty sure by the time I get back in shape, the clothes will be out of style. Tsk tsk.

Just recently, clutch of our car had to be fixed. We had to pay 3700 pesos for that. We started thinking if we want to sell it, and buy a new one. I like the idea because I’d be pushing for an automatic this time so I can borrow it. It has new set of tires and mags, and recently renewed comprehensive auto insurance. We know someone who is very interested to buy it. It’s just that we’re not comfortable paying for a car every month, while paying for a new house which we plan to buy sometime this year.
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Speaking of houses, I’ve been waiting for re-runs of Color Splash episodes over at the Lifestyle Channel. I’ve been seeing plugs of the show that it has an airtime (replays only) on Fridays around 5pm but was disappointed last week because the channel didn’t air it. Boo!

I know that I promised the husband I won’t be planning any of our family trips this year. And I think I am starting to regret that I did.

Friends have been around the continent for summer. I couldn’t help but admire their photos and wish I, with the husband and daughter, could get a taste of the culture and food too as they did. My aunt also asked my sister to post photos of their China trip way back in 2007. And one couple friend will be in a Mediterranean cruise. Wow, right? I’ve also been seeing these awesome Branson vacation packages.

Hmmm, it’s now only six months (and 1 week) to go before this year ends. Maybe I could wait before we go again for another family trip, and keep my promise.

Now that mother’s day has passed. It’s time to think of father’s day presents! Hahaha. Too early? I say not so.

After thinking for gifts on my father’s birthday and for Christmas every year, I think I’ve ran out of ideas. Well, he is a collector of chess sets, clocks, umbrellas and Rubik’s cube. His current addiction is the Sudoku but he has this digital Sudoku now. Oh, a book maybe? :p

Besides, I need to think of something to get for my husband too.

But aren’t we girls just too happy that guys are so easy to please?

The first automated election in the Philippines happened last Monday. I watched the coverage switching back and forth between the two major local channels. Gone are the days that lives are in danger in protecting metal boxes (of ballots) before they arrive one of those metal buildings for the audit.

What interests me is the big turnout of voters this time. All the campaign to vote, including those “my vote rocks” or “cool to vote” ads worked so much wonder that all the first-time voters were so proud and felt kind of cool to have voted. Then it got me to thinking, were we also “psyched” into voting the new president? Did we rely so much on his “possibilities”? Hmmm, well, he got 6 years to prove he’s worth each vote.

Happy mothers’ day to all moms!

I’ve been busy with work lately that I think I’ve started to stress myself out. I promised myself I’ll do some de-stressing this weekend.

For mothers’ day, we went to my parents’ house. My mom was happy with the unique gifts for her.

Since my parents’ date in Tagaytay didn’t push through, I thought I could use some booze before the liquor ban in time for the election. We tried Tanduay Ice this time instead of our favorite Gilbey’s Premium. Well, it tasted like a combination of 7-up and tin can (do you know that distinct taste of metal on your first sip of pineapple juice in can? that’s it). I’d still prefer Gilbey’s if only I didn’t grow tired of it.

We went to RW Casino again last night. And the husband proves to be lucky in these games. Let’s just say the money (we bet) multiplied by 6!!! :p

When friends ask me about my work, I sort of advertise the company I work for. I was proud of the benefits that we, employees, used to get. Sadly, one by one, the benefits were scrapped. I still send my friends’ resumes to the sharepoint but I tell them some of the benefits that I used to be proud of no longer exist.

I have expressed my desire to transfer to another company, and a friend was a bit shocked about it. She said that it has been her impression that I am “loyal” to this company. So what has been stopping me? Work from home days, that is all. It gives me enough time to see my daughter, and my daughter to see me. I know people keep saying it’s the quality not the quantity. But the kisses and hugs from her for no reason are quite addictive.