Wedding Invitations

How may of you are very close to your young male cousin? Probably not many, but I tell you I am lucky enough to be close to one. That cousin of mine lives in CA now and had recently got married. The wedding was for family and close friends only and so they didn't bother to send wedding invitations to anyone. I think they made a right decision because by so doing, they saved money and uses it to more important things then needed for the preparation of the wedding. We did the same thing when hubby and I got married. My in-laws also paid for the reception and foods as well; and the only thing we paid for was hubby's tuxedo. We were very blessed to have such great parents, aren't we?

To My Nurses, Sandy, Mary and Cindy...

...thank you guys so much or taking care of me. You are amazing! You both are like an angels sent from above....May God continue to Bless your heart and your family as well! Love you both, muahhh!

Mary with Dr. Elmquist (my ob-gyne) and Jacob

Sandy and I at the transplant center

Being a NURSE means you carry immense responsibility & very little authority.... You step into people's lives and make a difference.... Some bless you, others curse you.... You see people at their worst & best.... You see life begin & end.... You see people's capacity for love, courage, and endurance. Since it is NURSES APPRECIATION WEEK, I would like to say, thank and I am so proud of you, guys!

Handy Receipt Printer

Today, while I was checking our office supplies, I noticed that we are running out of them. We need to replenish bond papers, magic eraser, packing tapes, markers and pencils. I plan of going to shop tomorrow with my son before lunch. Right now, I think of buying a receipt printer so that when I order or shop online, I can just print my receipts myself. It would be a great help for us especially because we do online shopping a lot; it would be easier to have the receipts available in case we need to return or refund for the items we bought.

CC: To The Two Great Mothers Around....

Since Mother's Day is just few days away, I would like to share my feelings about the two great mothers I know. First, I just hope she (my mother) can read this post so she would know how much I love her despite that we are miles apart. I always talk with her on the phone, and see her on the internet, but it wasn't enough to let her know how I miss and love her so much. But you know what? I know and feel in my heart that she loves and misses me, too! For me, she is the best "Mom" in the whole world. I wouldn't be what I am today without her; thanks, Mother for everything you did for us.

"No gift to your mother can ever equal her gift to you - life” ~ Anonymous ~

"All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” ~ Abraham Lincoln ~

My mother who is "Nandy" to her family and those who knows her will be turning 73 this month (May 30). A loving, hard working mother who always thinks of her childern's and grandchilden's welfare and well being even to this day. I grew up seeing her many sacrifices done for us. A selfless mother who loves his family more than her life itself. At her age, she is a very sensitive person...who doesn't want to hurt anybody's feelings especially her loved ones. And that is the very reason why there are things that I keep to myself so she won't get hurt especially when it comes to my siblings. But other than that, I can always talk to her about anything despite of the distance between us.

My mother is not getting any younger anymore, that is why she gets sick easily. Almost two years ago, she had a mild stroke that made me worry so much because I cannot take care of her. Thank goodness, my brothers and father were there to take care of her. Because of that stroke, she takes medications for hb pressure and diabetes now. I am glad that it is finally under control; she is well... just missing her only grandson. Thanks to the internet, she can see Jake online and even talk to him and vice versa.

“A mother's love is patient and forgiving when all others are forsaking, it never fails or falters, even though the heart is breaking." ~ Helen Rice ~

And here is my Mother In- Law who never fail to show her kids how important they are to her. I thank her for raising such a wonderful son, who is now my husband and the father of my children. My MIL is a very caring and thoughtful mother/person who is devoted to her family. And I love her for that. I thank her for accepting and treating me like her own child. She is awesome! Anyway, her name is Audrey who was born and raised in California, but is now living in New Mexico, of course with my FIL. She is a retired teacher and 76 year old, but still active, healthy and strong. She and my FIL still camp, hike, and does many things that a woman her age couldn't anymore. My son adores her so much and she is tickled with Jake's constant asking "where is Grandma? or I want to play with Grandma" every time she visits us or when we visit them in her place. Before I met her, I was worried that she might not like me, but I was so wrong! She is the opposite of what people say about MIL. In fact, she is the best MIL every DIL would want for. She is like my mother whom I also have a very close relationship with.

We love you both, mothers...and from the bottom of our hearts, Happy Mother's Day! You, guys are the "Best."




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One Sunday Afternoon...

It's 1:15pm and I have just finished lunch. The dish washer is running and I am here seating on the couch checking emails, Facebook, and dropping EC while trying to think of what should I write here. On the background, I can hear my son and husband playing "Battleship." I can't help but admire my husband for being so patient while playing with my son who talks and asks questions a lot. I just wished I have the same amount of patient like he has when I deal with my very energetic, attention seeker , but wonderful son. People who knows me well think that I am a very patient person, but little they know, I can only deal with my busy 5 year old son that much! I love him so much, but sometimes I need time for myself, too! And when I am busy with something, I don't want to be bothered. But lately, I realized that I can set aside some things and be with my son no matter what! I cannot turn back the time...so I better enjoy every moments with my son for he will only be young once. Anyway, I think they are done playing, time for an afternoon delight...a nap :-)! See you guys later tonight!