Mar 30, 2010
Drawing of a 5 Year old
This was the end result.
There were no tracing or those tools to draw. His model was just his Optimus Prime Robot.
He really has talent. I guess Lego playing earlier on helped.
I'm just amazed. And Proud. Love you my dear nephew!
Mar 29, 2010
Thoughts on Materialism
It is late at night again, and usually this is the time when I think about my day, what I have learned, what the future will hold. And since I am still in front of the laptop, my thoughts are translated here, hahaha.
Encounters with family, relatives, and other people (personally or in the blogosphere/twitter-verse or what have you), oh plus discussion with my husband has made me realize things and all the more convinced me about my new take on material ambition/gain and leading a simpler life, by choice.
In the past I encountered such group of people who talked about nothing but what they had, what they have, and what they plan to buy. That was way back in college, and maybe in those times they thought it was cool to compare notes about their material inventory. I didn't want to be stuck in that group ("So, what watch are you wearing when you play golf?" "Oh, for golf I use my Santos but for everyday, the Pasha."), and so I left even if staying meant a ticket to high society. It was simply not my thing. Sure, our family lived a comfortable life after coming from humble beginnings, and though maybe I was exposed to this world, I was not that exposed. It's not like we're uber-rich anyway!
Zoom in to my life then as a young woman with a striving (and later on blooming career). I remember the time when I would save money just to buy my Wendy's baked potato after office. Then I remember the first 8k pair of shoes I bought. My quest for material things as well as exquisite gastronomic experiences and actually succeeding, to me, were signs of how far I've gone. My, from that Wendy's satisfaction, I sure did come a long way.
There were downs too, by the way. I have experienced being in debt (credit cards maxed and paying only the minimum), having my phone temporarily put on hold, and such things. These however were the result of the "I now work, I earn, and I want to buy everything!" mentality. Thank goodness I grew out of that phase immediately.
My career soared, and so did my standards (which were a bit high already to begin with). I rarely bought things such as bags and shoes, but these "few things" were rather expensive items. By the way, they are still with me, so no buyers remorse there. This was the phase in my life when I began to realize that I do not need so much, and quality is definitely more important than quantity. I was in the blissful zero-debt heaven plus a time deposit account to boot. What's more, I had my designer items, traveled, and experienced gastronomic heights. Without of course forgetting my love for Wendy's baked potato and my Samurai Food's Takoyaki.
Then I got married. And everything changed. I had my little angel and things changed all the more. Time and again I am being reminded by some of my crazy move to quit working and focus on being a home-maker. But then I realized, I have already experienced what it was like to be successful, to get what I want. Now, I want to experience life in a different path. I wanted to live a simpler life, free and detached from material yearnings. I was happy because I had what I wanted. I now wanted to experience happiness by wanting what I have.
I am no hypocrite though, sometimes I trip, and sometimes the temptation is just too great (yes, I do check out admin job search from time to time). There are times when I feel bad and ask myself why I turned away from an opportunity for me to satisfy all my cravings, but I thank my husband primarily for reminding me always what is important. And I really want a simpler life, a life of love, giving, and serving. Receiving is a blessing along the way.
I think this really will become a good experience for me to become a better person.
Like now, I have encountered some budgeting and financial bumps, but my goodness, what a feeling, the sigh of relief upon realizing that it's not so bad after all, and I just needed to do some few things and sacrifice others too.
Good experience, I say, because at least I know that in the future when real money comes in, hopefully I will be almost free from such attachments. Maybe this will be transferred though to my daughter hahaha. Kidding. But yup, I guess my time has passed already. But seriously, there are other things that I think of too, and it has more to do with giving and reaching out.
I may continue to talk about what catches my eye, the next it bag, what's in fashion, and good food - after all, these are what interests me. But at least I know I will not feel bad nor feel compelled to buy anything, because I will be happy with what I have and will have. There's a word right? Contentment. Not the "hanggang dito na lang ako" type of contentment. More like, truly happy with the life I have, the life I chose.
And besides, I also wanted to prove to my husband that I can do it, not because I a forced to but again because I wanted to. No more jokes and comments like "Divisoria? There's no Tyler there" or "Let's go, I know na ginagalis ka na" and also this "I didn't want to bring you or suggest this place kasi alam kong gagalisin ka dun."
(Part II later on)
Encounters with family, relatives, and other people (personally or in the blogosphere/twitter-verse or what have you), oh plus discussion with my husband has made me realize things and all the more convinced me about my new take on material ambition/gain and leading a simpler life, by choice.
In the past I encountered such group of people who talked about nothing but what they had, what they have, and what they plan to buy. That was way back in college, and maybe in those times they thought it was cool to compare notes about their material inventory. I didn't want to be stuck in that group ("So, what watch are you wearing when you play golf?" "Oh, for golf I use my Santos but for everyday, the Pasha."), and so I left even if staying meant a ticket to high society. It was simply not my thing. Sure, our family lived a comfortable life after coming from humble beginnings, and though maybe I was exposed to this world, I was not that exposed. It's not like we're uber-rich anyway!
Zoom in to my life then as a young woman with a striving (and later on blooming career). I remember the time when I would save money just to buy my Wendy's baked potato after office. Then I remember the first 8k pair of shoes I bought. My quest for material things as well as exquisite gastronomic experiences and actually succeeding, to me, were signs of how far I've gone. My, from that Wendy's satisfaction, I sure did come a long way.
There were downs too, by the way. I have experienced being in debt (credit cards maxed and paying only the minimum), having my phone temporarily put on hold, and such things. These however were the result of the "I now work, I earn, and I want to buy everything!" mentality. Thank goodness I grew out of that phase immediately.
My career soared, and so did my standards (which were a bit high already to begin with). I rarely bought things such as bags and shoes, but these "few things" were rather expensive items. By the way, they are still with me, so no buyers remorse there. This was the phase in my life when I began to realize that I do not need so much, and quality is definitely more important than quantity. I was in the blissful zero-debt heaven plus a time deposit account to boot. What's more, I had my designer items, traveled, and experienced gastronomic heights. Without of course forgetting my love for Wendy's baked potato and my Samurai Food's Takoyaki.
Then I got married. And everything changed. I had my little angel and things changed all the more. Time and again I am being reminded by some of my crazy move to quit working and focus on being a home-maker. But then I realized, I have already experienced what it was like to be successful, to get what I want. Now, I want to experience life in a different path. I wanted to live a simpler life, free and detached from material yearnings. I was happy because I had what I wanted. I now wanted to experience happiness by wanting what I have.
I am no hypocrite though, sometimes I trip, and sometimes the temptation is just too great (yes, I do check out admin job search from time to time). There are times when I feel bad and ask myself why I turned away from an opportunity for me to satisfy all my cravings, but I thank my husband primarily for reminding me always what is important. And I really want a simpler life, a life of love, giving, and serving. Receiving is a blessing along the way.
I think this really will become a good experience for me to become a better person.
Like now, I have encountered some budgeting and financial bumps, but my goodness, what a feeling, the sigh of relief upon realizing that it's not so bad after all, and I just needed to do some few things and sacrifice others too.
Good experience, I say, because at least I know that in the future when real money comes in, hopefully I will be almost free from such attachments. Maybe this will be transferred though to my daughter hahaha. Kidding. But yup, I guess my time has passed already. But seriously, there are other things that I think of too, and it has more to do with giving and reaching out.
I may continue to talk about what catches my eye, the next it bag, what's in fashion, and good food - after all, these are what interests me. But at least I know I will not feel bad nor feel compelled to buy anything, because I will be happy with what I have and will have. There's a word right? Contentment. Not the "hanggang dito na lang ako" type of contentment. More like, truly happy with the life I have, the life I chose.
And besides, I also wanted to prove to my husband that I can do it, not because I a forced to but again because I wanted to. No more jokes and comments like "Divisoria? There's no Tyler there" or "Let's go, I know na ginagalis ka na" and also this "I didn't want to bring you or suggest this place kasi alam kong gagalisin ka dun."
(Part II later on)
Eanna and Her Dog
Ever since Eanna had her new pet, they have been inseparable.
She sleeps beside it. She watches TV with it in front of her. She pets it. Kisses it. Puts it to sleep.
How cute, really.
PS: That isn't really a dog. Hahaha.
Playing To Learn
In order to design a curriculum that teaches what truly matters, educators should remember a basic precept of modern developmental science: developmental precursors don’t always resemble the skill to which they are leading. For example, saying the alphabet does not particularly help children learn to read. But having extended and complex conversations during toddlerhood does. Simply put, what children need to do in elementary school is not to cram for high school or college, but to develop ways of thinking and behaving that will lead to valuable knowledge and skills later on.
This is a part of the article my cousin shared and can be found here: Playing To Learn by Susan Engel which explains and gives an idea on how kids should be taught, something that points towards the Progressive method of teaching.
For mommies out there, this really is a good read!
Kelly The Great
Grace behind the glamour: Grace Kelly was known for her poise and elegance but in reality, she was down-to-earth and humble - with a passion for limericks
I just adore Princess Grace Kelly. If there is one woman I'd like to emulate, it's her. Well, it is a toss between her and the other Great, Audrey Hepburn.
Read more about the down to earth Princess Grace HERE.
Image and another article on GK by Everything Fabulous.
Mar 28, 2010
Buffet Just Before the Holy Week
I know, know, it may be too much, but my dear BFF invited me for a lunch buffet in Escolta at the Manila Peninsula.
I took the opportunity too because we're not gonna see each other for at least two weeks because of her hectic travel schedule. Besides, it's been a long time since I had a good buffet hahaha.
Anyways, food was really good, but as usual I didn't get all that were served. I zoomed in on the following:
There was one unfortunate incident though, but nah I don't want to spoil my post. But here's a hint... If I wasn't with my friend and the food was just so-so, I really would have bitched about it.
*Wink wink*
I took the opportunity too because we're not gonna see each other for at least two weeks because of her hectic travel schedule. Besides, it's been a long time since I had a good buffet hahaha.
Anyways, food was really good, but as usual I didn't get all that were served. I zoomed in on the following:
- Appetizers: smoked salmon, prosciutto, smoked tuna
- Seafood: Lobsters, crabs, fresh oysters (I eat them with lemon juice and Tabasco... LOVE)
- Japanese corner: Tuna Sashimi
- Soup: Tom Yam Soup
- Peking Duck and Veal Sausage
- Cheese: Goat, Manchego, Emmenthal, Sage Cerby, Gruyere
I felt so bad that I didn't get to try the Prime Rib Roast Beef (they ran out of it, and they only served the new one when it was closing time already). *GASP* Unbelievable, right? Oh well.
I know, I didn't *maximize* the gastronomic feast that was in front of me that time, but it's ok. I'm happy with what I've got. Imagine, three big rounds of seafood galore. Enough for me to feel like I'm in heaven (but oh my, the need for adipex in return!). Hahaha.
There was one unfortunate incident though, but nah I don't want to spoil my post. But here's a hint... If I wasn't with my friend and the food was just so-so, I really would have bitched about it.
*Wink wink*
Powerful Voice
Chester really has a clear and powerful voice. A voice that does not change whether on studio or live.
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