Quick Note

Today we will go to a new park nearby. I know Joshua would really love that. They have renovated the whole area last month and now it's ready for the kids to play.
I would also want the opportunity to take a picture of him getting dirty,so I can have an entry for tomorrow's photohunt.

On the other hand since it's Friday we will hit the grocery stores and probably asian market too later today.


Scrapbooking Talk:
A friend of mine wanted me to make an invitation card scrapbooking style since it's a girl I am looking for pink flowers for embellishments.
I was browsing the stores to see if I could find some and remembered Peppermint Creative has freebies every month. I haven't really downloaded anything from there since I started buying elements. So I went and checked and there it is the free kit is pink. I just really want the flowers,so just perfect for my project.
Click the preview if you want to download it too.


I'll update you with our Holiday Weekend co'z we planned something. That would be really exciting for Josh and his friends.

Friday's Feast

Appetizer
Who is the easiest person for you to talk to?
===My husband and my 2 younger sisters.

Soup
If you could live in any ancient city during the height of the quality of its society and culture, which one would you choose?
===Athens,Greece

Salad
What is the most exciting event you’ve ever witnessed?
===My Bestfriend's wedding.


Main Course
If you were a celebrity, what would you do for a publicity stunt?
===I don't see myself doing it.

Dessert
What do you consider the ideal age to have a first child?
===I would say 25 is the ideal age for women to have kids.

For Fun

Which of these accessories do you collect most?
===Handbags
===Sunglasses
===Belts
===Hair goods
===Hats
===Scarves

Today's Quote

Conversation Shortcuts A-Z

Widely used in forums especially in the Digital Scrapbooking Community.
AFAIK == As Far as I know
AFK == away from keyboard
BBIB == be back in a bit
BC == because
BF, GF == best friend, boy friend, girl friend. sometimes BF is breast-feeding.
BIL, SIL, MIL, FIL == brother, sister, mother, father in law
BRB == be right back
BTDT == been there, done that
BTT == back to top, bump this thread
BTW == by the way
CC == constructive criticism, also "carbon copy" in e-mails
CWIM == see what I mean
DD, DH, DS == dear daughter, dear husband, dear son
ETA == edited to add
FT == full time
FTR == for the record
FWIW == for what it's worth
FYI == for your information
G2G, GTG == got to go
GFY == good for you
GGP == gotta go pee (often accompanied by BRB "be right back")
HTH == hope that helps
IM == instant message
IMO, IMHO == in my opinion, in my humble opinion
IRL == in real life
ISO == in search of
ITA == I totally agree
JJ or J/J == just joking
JK or J/K == just kidding
JMO, JMHO == just my opinion, just my humble opinion
JSYK == just so you know
KWIM, KWYM == know what I mean, know what you mean
LB == Lisa Bearnson, Creating Keepsakes mag founder
LMK == let me know
LOL == laughing out loud
MB == message board
MYOB == mind your own business
NE1 == anyone
NMS, NMSAA == not my style, not my style at all
NP == no problem
NSBR == not scrapbook related
OMG == oh my gosh, oh my goodness, oh my god
OP == original poster
OT == off topic
OTOH == on the other hand
PG == pregnant, or pregnancy
PIMP == peeing in my pants
PITA == pain in the a$$
PM == personal message
POV == point of view
PP == previous poster
PSA == public service announcement
PVM == Please Validate Me
PW == password
ROFL, ROFLMAO == rolling on floor laughing, rolling on floor laughing my a$$ off.
S/O == spin off
SAHM, SAHD, SAHP == stay at home mom, dad, parent
TIA == thanks in advance
TFS, TFL == thanks for sharing, thanks for looking
TMI == too much information
TTYL, TTYT, TTYS == talk to you later, talk to you tomorrow, talk to you soon
TY == thank you
WB == welcome back
WOTH, WAHM == work outside the home, work at home mom
WTG == way to go
WTH, WTF == what the hell, what the f$#%
YW == you're welcome

He plays like a pro

When Joshua was 2 years old he had his own computer already. Being exposed to this at an early age I think really helps him a lot. He can play almost every game from Disney Channel,Nick Jr,Noggin and many more. And of course I taught him other educational stuff online as well. One thing I observed is that he really loves music a lot. He browses itune to listen HS Musical soundtrack and also the Jonas Brothers. Ohhhh.... I am just so proud of my little angel!

Through The Years

Look how much he has grown. His first halloween was just like yesterday.
So I went shopping online for this year's halloween costume and this is what Joshua likes. A $50 dollar costume and it's on sale now for $24.99 pretty neat huh!
My little one is very excited and he can't wait to try this on.

The mysterious special ranger with the power of the sun.
The Power Rangers Mystic Force – Solaris Deluxe costume includes: jumpsuit with padded muscle torso and attached cape, detachable yoke, and character face mask with elastic band.

Friendship Poem

Hidden Treasure

I was cleaning up awhile ago and saw these pocket books in one of those boxes in my closet. Little did I know I still have this treasure of mine hehehe.... I used to read a lot,when I was in college. Somehow these got burried,when Joshua's toys took over the whole place. I put tons of my stuff away to keep the place organize,so that's why I totally forgot reading the rest of these.
This grab bag has the most unique and creative elements included inside. For $3 wow it's a great2x combo. You will never regret buying this guys.
Featuring: Christina Renee's first grab bag.

10 Free Things To Do With Your Kids

1.Play catch, or hide and seek
2.Go to the playground at a park or school.
3.Go to the library for the afternoon.
4.Watch an old home video.
5.Make a scrapbook of old photos or magazine clippings.
6.Bake cookies,bread,and cupcakes.
7.Go to a pet store or humane society.
8.Put up a play.
9.Visit a local museum.
10. Make a card or video for a faraway friend or relative.

Black Bean Salsa

When we visited Myke's family in MN last month. His sister had prepared this delicious salsa,that I liked so much. Oh it was just so yummy!
You might want to try this it's easy,simple and quick to prepare.

2 cans of black beans (drained)
2-3 ripe tomatoes chopped up small
1 small onion or 1/2 big onion chopped up small.
2-4 cloves of garlic (depending on likes) chopped up
1/2 cup cilantro chopped up
dash of olive oil
salt n pepper

optional: 2-3 avocado (this is my favorite part!)

Combine in a bowl and stir. Serve with chips or great on grilled salmon.

Scrap Addict Sundays

Scrap Addict Sundays
This week's theme: Mother and Son/Daughter


Credits:
Paper-Corina Neilsen
Teeny Minis(ribbons)-Christina Renee
Teeny Tags-Jessica Bolton
Beauty Marks Vol.3 - 2 Sisters Designs
Syrin's Aged Frame
Hallway Graffiti/Glitterpaint Yellow-Meredith Fenwick

More Digi Scrapping Elements

Here I am again buying more digi stuff. Christina Renee is my new found designer. Her style is very unique and grungy, so I did purchase her skinny minis (ribbons) to take a closer look. And another Beauty Marks Vol.3 from 2 sisters designs. Everything they have is just beautiful. I also got 2 items from Catscrap since they have a sale this week for their anniversary celebration. Birgit's Alpha is really rockin' and Catrine's Aged Frames as well.
This is just another fab week for me and hope more scrapping in the next few days.
Happy Weekend!

What Makes You a Good Friend?

Would be great to know what you are to your friends.
I am thrilled to tag you guys:
Darlene
Haze
JennyR
Jhuzalyn
Rissa
Arlene

You Are a Good Friend Because You're Accepting

No matter what a friend says or does, you try your best to understand it. And your friends feel like they can tell you anything. You don't judge. You know that friendship is a journey - with a lot of ups and downs. If you and a friend grow apart, you get over it quickly... and leave the potential for future friendship open. You tend to have many friends from many walks of life. Anyone you meet is could become a friend. In fact, you are especially interested in people who are a little different than you. Seeing life from another perspective is something you cherish. Your friends need you most when: They can't turn to anyone else with their secrets You really can't be friends with: Dogmatic, stubborn people Your friendship quote: "Love is blind, but friendship closes its eyes."

What Makes You a Good Friend?

Photohunt: Happy

Everytime I see a smile in your face angel it melts my heart.

Summer Fun

My little one really enjoyed feeding the birds,while we're in the lake the other day. Looking at him was so much fun. He had shared his chicken to these birdies. I was like ok eat the rest of your fries and chicken. But he insisted to gave the remaining 2 pc. chicken nuggets and fries crumbs to the birdies instead. He was so generous the whole time. We didn't expect that they would even group themselves like this and they aren't scared of us.It was really a treat for Josh.


This was another photo of him throwing rocks into the lake.

Credits:
Paper & Overlay-Corina Neilsen
Vintage Frames-Nancy Comelab
ReallyBigRibbons-Natalie Braxton
Froggy Flowers (recolored)-Natalie Braxton
Thingzonstring-Natalie Braxton
Heart Strings-Natalie Braxton
Teeny Tags-Jessica Bolton
Overall Strap-Jessica Bolton

What Playing Card Are You?

JennyR's Tag:

I think this was the hardest tag ever hehehe.. I have changed my answers many2x times to get the closest that would really describe,who I am LOL. I am pretty much happy of what it said here I mean 99% it's really me. I have to take 1% off co'z I don't really see myself becoming a chef.

You Are the Ace of Hearts

Youthful and playful, you love life and the world. You have a kind spirit, and you bring happiness to everyone you know. Artistic and bold, you see the world in bright colors. And you certainly aren't afraid to express everything you see and feel. You are sentimental, and your emotions are very deep. You are easily swept away and easily hurt. A gamble you should take: Blackjack Your friends would describe you as: Unique Your enemies would describe you as: Weepy If you lived in Vegas, you would be: An up and coming chef or fashion designer

What Playing Card Are You?

Thursday Thirteen

These are my top 13 favorite movies i could watch over and over again.
-Serendipity
-While You Were Sleeping
-Titanic
-Pearl Harbor
-A Walk To Remember
-The Girl Next Door
-The Sweetest Thing
-Forest Gump
-Ever After
-Pride and Prejudice
-Beautiful
-Vertical Limit
-What A Girl Wants

June 17th Events/Births/Holidays

Haze got me tagged!

What do you need to do? Go to Wikipedia and type in your birthday (month and day) on the search button place at left sidebar. You have to write down three events, 2 births, 1 holiday and tag 5 friends.There are five slots in the Birthday Meme. As you are tagged, you have to remove the name in the first slot and bump everyone up so that your name can be added to the bottom.

Events on June 17th:
1885-The Statue of Liberty arrives in New York Harbor.
1944-Iceland, officially the Republic of Iceland.It's a country of northwestern Europe.
1994 - The FIFA World Cup begins in the USA.


Celebrity b-day twins:
1980 - Kimeru, Japanese singer
1980 - Venus Williams, American tennis player

Important Holiday:
Icelandic National Day (the day of the nation's celebration). June 17, 1944, was chosen as the day that The Republic of Iceland (Lýðveldið Ísland) was formed. Iceland had formerly been under Danish rule. The formation of the republic repealed the 1918 Act of Union.


Feel free to grab this if you want to. I bet most of you have been tagged already.

Truth About Failure

Darlene's Tag

I am married to a foreigner,so my answers are based on what I saw and observed in my husband. (Not in general)
Are Filipino guys more traditional?If so,does that mean their values are more intact than foreigners?

Is the stereotype true that Westerners have less sense of spirituality?
I can't say in general that they have less sense of spiritually. It's really up to the person. Westerners or not!


What about a foreigner's view of commitment in a relationship?
Well he is 6 years married to me now and of course it's a commitment. Right how he does everything he can to build a more stronger relationship and is very committed.
Family is very important to him so he really has a positive view of this thing.

How are they as mates are they jealous and possessive?
None of these describes hubby and no way a relationship will ever survive if your partner is jealous and possessive. Trust is the key to a great companionship! Believe me.

Is it true that normally a stronger woman is better off with a foreigner?
Hmmm.... i'm purely sensitive and could be weak sometimes. But everything seem to work out well between me and hubby. There's really nothing to be scared of at all. He is my other half and he takes care of me no matter what.

My Litte Treasure

I have so much fun photographing this kid and no doubt he loves to be photographed. It's rare that he complains about it sometimes,but most of the time he always has funny,cute and charming poses. As I looked at him everyday I realize he is not the teeny tiny baby anymore. I'll make a joke sometimes wanting him to stay 4 years old. There's just something about this age that is so endearing and everything he does just bring me so much Joy. No wonder I call him my little treasure.

Menu Plan Monday

So here's my menu for this week:

Monday: Baked Tilapia with caesar dressing,steamed white rice and strawberry crepes
Tuesday: Fried rice,grilled spicy chicken,sauteed squash,and sliced pineapples
Wednesday: Grilled Alaskan Coho Salmon, mashed potatoes,peas/carrots,and water melon
Thursday: Tuna with Mango Salsa,steamed rice,seasoned green beans and Cinnamon Apples
Friday: Grilled Beef Fajitas,tortillas,baked Beans, and vanilla ice cream with homemade brownie.

Can't Get Enough

Have you seen Corina Neilsen's grab bag? Jam packed with goodies you gotta check it out. Love2x everything in the grab bag. Scrappers can never really have enough!
Other digi stuff I bought today!




I want to share this recent scrap of mine too.

Credits:
Paper-Corina Neilsen
Fabric Tie-Natalie Braxton
Vintage Frame-Nancy Comelab
Glitter Swirl-Amy Wolff
Froggy Flowers-Natalie Braxton
Doodled Frame-Neilsen
Scalloped Mats-Corina Neilsen
Glitter Paint-Meredith Fenwick
Loose Stitch-Syrin
Flower-Corina Neilsen
Teeny Tags-Jessica Bolton

Scrap Addict Sundays

THEME: Father and Son/Daughter

Ok I decided to make a scrap for this week's theme ( Scrap Addict Sundays)
My first time to join I think it's kinda fun. Other scrappers jump right in.

Journaling: Dad you're someone to look up to no matter how tall I've grown.
Credits:
PS Paper Michelle Coleman
Painted Heart-Michelle Coleman
Vintage Frame-Nancy Comelab
Bow-Carrie Stephens
Jumpring Ribbons-Natalie Braxton
Wrap Ribbons-Natalie Braxton
Curled Photo Frame-Katie Pertiet
Loose Stitches-Syrin
Altered artistry/pressed flower-Sausan Designs
Alpha Pinned-Amy Wolff

Our Day

I'm glad I have plenty of time to spend with my little one this week. He is so happy that he sees mommy all week. I did a lot of cooking too for my guys. If I really2x get busy then no time to cook. I've been wanting to have rice,and Tuna with Mango salsa,so that's what we had earlier. Hmmm... that was yummy!
The rest of the day we're just goofin' around and watched High School Musical 1&2. Joshua loves the movies and the whole time he was singing and dancing. That was fun!
Photo Share:
This was him awhile ago eating his favorite French Vanilla Ice Cream and Corn Dog.

On the other hand,the romantic drama adaptation Nanny Diaries Film Releases August 24th. Definitely next in my list to be watched.

Personality Test

Your score on this personality test was 67%

Others see you as fresh, lively, charming, amusing, practical, and always interesting; someone who's constantly in the center of attention, but sufficiently well-balanced not to let it go to their head. They also see you as kind, considerate, and understanding; someone who'll always cheer them up and help them out.

Personality Quiz
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THEME: TWO

My hubby and my little one in a hot Texas Summer. It was 102 degrees when they were out strolling.


PhotoHunt

SYTYCD Finale

Last night was the season finale of SYTYCD and Sabra was anointed to be America's Favorite Dancer.
It was also great seeing my favorite routines again especially from Sarah and Lacey. I think all top 10 dancers were just amazing and I know after the show they all have great careers to look forward to. Though they didn't make it to the final 2 Lacey and Sarah are still my favorites this season. How I wish to have an inch of their skills,but no I am too far from being gifted hehe. Wouldn't it be awesome to see the tour LIVE?

MuseumR

Ok I think this is the coolest thing ever. I was browsing awhile ago and stumble upon this cool site it's called the dumpr
Now these are the results in just matter of minutes. Isn't this fun to look at!
Find out more cool things to do with your photos.

Things You Don't Know About Me

I was both tagged by Darlene and Arlene,but it took me awhile to complete this tag.
I guess it's not too late and I would still love to share these anyway.

1. I can't stand people borrowing my stuff. I mean I just don't want anyone to touch it especially when I was in college.I thought of having a little bit of OCD before because I am obssessed of my stuff not being touch.

2. I am also weird sometimes because I constantly buy clothes and I don't wear them all. But I keep telling to myself what I am going to wear the next day. I love to just fold some of them and not wear them.


3. There was a time in my college days that I was obssessed with anything black & white,that all you see in my locker are all black & white. I'm glad I overcome this now!

4. When I was little I love to eat Milo and sometimes mixed it with rice hehehehe.....

5. I took piano lessons in HS and Taekwondo classes in college.
I am not an expert on this both,but it was definitely fun experiences.

What Your Hands Say About You

What Your Hands Say About You

You are logical, analytical, and rational. You have good verbal skills. Flexible and broad minded, you can fit in to any situation. There's no telling where your life will take you. Consistent and reliable, you like to count on structure and routine in your life. Your emotions tend to be relaxed and uncomplicated. You don't read too much into things.

What Do Your Hands Say About You?

Update!

Gosh,I have neglected my blog again. Not that I want to,but I am pretty much loaded with my " To Do List" this month. Now that I am planning to go back to school in September and I haven't completed yet the requirements to register,so I'll work on it this week and hope I'll be done in no time. I really don't have much to say. Thanks for visiting me as always!

ETA:
My other blog has been deleted can't keep up both ,so add this one instead.

Recent Scrap

Parent's Blog (Darlene's Tag)

JennyR's Tag

July Roundups:

What books and/or magazines did I read this month?
In Style Magazine,People,and my Canon Rebel Manual

What movies and/or tv shows did I watch this month?
During my free time I love to watch movies in Lifetime and Scifi. Then sometimes I'll switch to Court TV-Forensic Files and definitely E news. Then at night I am hooked to So You Think You Can Dance and America's Got Talent.

What gifts did I give and/or receive?
As a B-day gift hubby bought me the Canon Rebel,then VS beauty products.

What illnesses or health concerns did I have?
Nothing major,but I constantly get cold sores, that I hated so much.
-I've done a little research and this is what I read.
Recurring infections can be triggered by factors such as stress, fatigue, sunlight, or another infection, such as a cold or flu.

What fun things did I do with my friends and/or family?
We attended a family reunion in Minnesota,We had gone to a waterpark,which my boy really love and we would definitely come back sooner.

What new foods, recipes or restaurants did I try this month?
We'd been to Rainforest Cafe and the food is just awesome. I also found a new Thai restaurant nearby that I definitely love.

What special or unusual purchases did I make?
Clothing I believe!

What were this month’s disappointments?
Dealing with my co-worker's bad attitude.

What were my accomplishments this month?
I would say being able to buy stuff for my little one with the money I earned.

Food for thought