Month of August  

Posted by: Licel

Wow! Last day of August already? Time flies so fast. Before we know it, it will be 2010 already. Hubby and I has so many things to look forward to on 2010. Major decisions will be made that will surely change our lives. Can't wait already for that day to come.

By the way, have you noticed that August has 5 Saturdays, 5 Sundays and 5 Mondays? A little birdy told me that this happens only once every 823 years. Isn't that amazing?

Gotta go, get some sleep. It's been a long and tiring day.

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More Facts About Me  

Posted by: Licel

A. Attached or Single? --- Attached
B. Bestfriends? --- My childhood bestfriends and my hubby.
C. Cake or Pie? --- Cake..and Chocolate Stampede from Longhorn is my favorite.
D. Day of Choice --- Sunday..it's relaxing day or going out with hubby. :)
E. Essential item? --- laptop and digicam.
F. Favorite Color? --- all winter color.
G. Gummy bears or worms? --- what?!?!?..I don't like them.
H. Hometown? --- Philippines.
I. Favorite Indulgence? --- Eating out! :)
J. January or July? --- January because of the New Year :)
K. Kids? --- Soon!:)
L. Life isn't complete without? --- God, Hubby, my family back home and my true friends.
M. Marriage Date? --- October 28.
N. Number of magazine subscription: --- Zero for now.
O. Oranges or Apple? --- Fuji Apple.
P. Phobias? --- Big Dog 'coz I have two dog bites when I was 4 & 8 years old.
Q. Quotes? --- "Live for today but save for your future".
R. Reasons to smile? --- Hubby, friends, food and travel.
S. Season of choice? --- Christmas(lots of gifts)!!!..lol
T. Tea or Coffee? --- Jasmine Green Tea
U. Unknown fact about me? --- I can eat 6x a day without gaining weight but I eat like a bird. hehe
V. Vegetable? --- Broccoli
W. Worst habit? --- Eating before going to bed. :)
X. X-ray or Ultrasound?--- None of them!
Y. Your favorite foods? --- Fried Chicken, Pork BBQ (Philippine style), Stir-fry broccoli and sea foods.
Z. Zodiac sign? -- Taurus

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Michael Jackson  

Posted by: Licel

Today is Michael Jackson's birthday. I was not really his avid fan when he was still alive. In fact, I was not updated about his life at all. The only thing I knew about him was his famous moonwalk dance moves and a rumor that he was a pedophile. And that's about it. I didn't know that he was a singer/composer, that he was married and had kids. Lol! That's me! Sooo outdated with the news about foreign artists. Anyway, when MJ died, seems like almost everybody around the world was shocked and sad. I was wondering why people were crying so hard over him and why he was famous. So I started searching and watching his videos on youtube. Then I found out that he was the one who sang some of my all time favorite songs like Heal the World, You are not Alone, We are the World, just to name a few. And it really came as a surprise to me. I really thought that Heal the World was composed by a filipino artist.Lol! Anyway, out of all the songs that he sang or composed, Heal the World is on the top of my list. Everytime I hear this song, it makes me want to be a better person. :)

People can say a thing or two about Michael Jackson, being weird or whatever, but I love his music. Despite all the bad publicity against him, I still believe he's a good man. His goodness reflects on his song. And whatever he did in his private life, is none of my business. I won't judge him either for God is the only one who knows the whole truth and is the One to give judgment as He will to all of us when our time comes. As what they say, NO ONE IS PERFECT!

Happy birthday Michael Jackson. You're gone but never forgotten. Your music will live on in our hearts forever.

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Just Venting!  

Posted by: Licel

Just got home from work. Whatta long day! I'm drained. I was supposed to work today from 10 to 2 but my boss asked me if I can extend it until 7pm and I agreed. The problem was, I worked by myself most of the time today and I didn't get my last 15 minute break. We're a bit short of employee and we're not hiring either since America's economy is not getting any better yet.

I work in one of the largest home improvement specialty retailer in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and China. But to be honest, I'm already bored with the kind of job I'm in. Working in a retail store is not easy. It is more on dealing with customer so it entails a very long patience. Unfortunately, I don't have those traits. In simple words, I'm not a people person. I don't understand why God put me where I'm at now, but I'll understand later. My husband told me that maybe God wants me to learn how to be patient and not be shy. :)

On the other hand, just thinking of those people who wish to have the job I have and to those who are disabled, I should be thankful enough that I have a job. This may not be my dream job but this certainly keeps me going. It helps to pay our bills and my shopping addiction. hahaha...I plan to look for another job eventually. But right now, I might stay there until my husband and I will achieve our goal. We're planning to buy a house hopefully next year and we want to include my income. In order to do that, I should be at least two years or more on my job. That's one of the requirements in getting a mortgage loan. My husband's income will be enough but we want to borrow a substantial amount where we have the flexibility to afford a wide range of home prices.

Okay, I'm done venting out some dissatisfaction about my job. I feel better now.:) I know I should be thankful that I'm alive and able to work.

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Laughter is the Best Medicine  

Posted by: Licel

I just talked to my mother on the phone a while ago and she told me that I should not take my problems seriously and laugh at it instead. For laughter is a good exercise for my heart and weak lungs. It stimulates my heart, lungs and blood vessels. That is why there's an old saying that says, laughter is the best medicine. This sayings appears to be true until now. In time of stress, laughter is the most effective, least expensive methods to reduce stress as well. So let me share with you some of the jokes I saw while I was going thru this website. Hope this will make you laugh. Remember, he who laugh lasts. lol
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A Filipino Applies for a Job at Wal-Mart
An office manager at Wal-Mart was given the task of hiring an individual to fill a job opening. After sorting through a stack of resumes, he found four people who were equally qualified. An American, a Russian, an Australian and a Filipino. He decided to call the four in and ask them only one question. Their answer would determine who of them would get the job. The day came, and as the four sat around the conference room table, the interviewer asked, "What is the fastest thing you know?"
Dave, the American, replied, "A THOUGHT. It just pops into your head. There's no warning that it's on the way; it's just there. A thought is the fastest thing I know of." "That's very good!" replied the interviewer. "And now you sir?" he asked Vladimir, the Russian.

"Hmm.... let me see. A blink! It comes and goes and you don't know that it ever happened. A BLINK is the fastest thing I know." "Excellent!" said the interviewer. "The blink of an eye, that's a very popular clich·for speed."
He then turned to George, the Australian who was contemplating his reply. "Well, out at my dad's ranch, you step out of the house and on the wall there's a light switch. When you flip that switch, way out across the pasture the light in the barn comes on. Yep, TURNING ON A LIGHT is the fastest thing I can think of." The interviewer was very impressed with the third answer and thought he had found his man. "It's hard to beat the speed of light" he said.

Turning to Eleuterio, the Filipino, the fourth and final man, the interviewer asked the same question. Eleuterio replied, "Apter herring da 3 preybyus ansers sir, et's obyus to me dat the fastest thing is Diarrhea." "WHAT!?" said the interviewer, stunned by the response. The others were already giggling in their seats...

"Oh, I can expleyn sir,." said Eleuterio. " You see sir, da ader day my tummy was peeling bad and so I run so fast to the CR, but before I could THINK, BLINK, or TURN ON THE LIGHT,'tang ina, sir, I had alreydi shit in my pants!"

Eleuterio is now the new "Greeter" at Wal-Mart.
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Best Divorced Letter

Dear Husband:

I'm writing you this letter to tell you that I'm leaving you for good. I've been a good woman to you for seven years and I have nothing to show for it. These last two weeks have been hell. Your boss called to tell me that you had quit your job today and that was the last straw. Last week, you came home and didn't notice that I had gotten my hair and nails done, cooked your favorite meal and even wore a brand new negligee. You came home and ate in two minutes, and went straight to sleep after watching the game. You don't tell me you love me anymore, you don't touch me or anything. Either you're cheating or you don't love me anymore, whatever the case is, I'm gone.

P.S. If you're trying to find me, don't. Your BROTHER and I are moving away to West Virginia together!

Have a great life!
Your EX-Wife
The husband replied :

Dear Ex-Wife:

Nothing has made my day more than receiving your letter. It's true that you and I have been married for seven years, although a good woman is a far cry from what you've been. I watch sports so much to try to drown out your constant nagging. Too bad that doesn't work. I did notice when you cut off all of your hair last week, the first thing that came to mind was "You look just like a man!" My mother raised me to not say anything if you can't say anything nice. When you cooked my favorite meal, you must have gotten me confused with MY BROTHER, because I stopped eating pork seven years ago. I went to sleep when you had on that new negligee because the price tag was still on it. I prayed that it was a coincidence that my brother had just borrowed fifty dollars from me that morning and your negligee was $49.99. After all of this, I still loved you and felt that we could work it out. So when I discovered that I had hit the lotto for ten million dollars, I quit my job and bought us two tickets to Jamaica. But when I got home you were gone. Everything happens for a reason I guess. I hope you have the fulfilling life you always wanted. My lawyer said with your letter that you wrote, you won't get a dime from me. So take care.

P.S. I don't know if I ever told you this but Carl, my brother was born Carla. I hope that's not a problem.

Signed
YOUR EX-HUSBAND, Rich As Hell and Free!
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The Real Boss
A young couple on their wedding night were in their honeymoon suite. As they were undressing for bed, the husband, a big burly man, tossed his trousers to his new bride. He said, "Here, put these on." She put them on and the waist was twice the size of her body. "I can't wear your trousers." she said. "That's right,'' said the husband, "and don't you ever forget it. I'm the man who wears the pants in this family."
With that she flipped him her panties and said, "Try these on." He tried them on and found he could only get them on as far as his kneecaps. "Hell," he said. ''I can't get into your panties!" She replied, "That's right...and that's the way it is going to stay until your attitude changes."

Now, who do you think is the real BOSS??? :)))
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Fun Messages to Leave on your Answering Machine
"Hi, I'm not home right now but my answering machine is, so you can talk to it instead. Wait for the beep."

"Hi. Now you say something."

"Hello. I am David's answering machine. What are you?"

(From Japanese friend ) He-lo! This is Sa-to. If you leave message, I call you soon. If you leave sexy message, I call sooner

"This is not an answering machine -this is a telepathic thought-recording device. After the tone, think about your name, your reason for calling and a number where I can reach you, and I'll think about returning your call."

"Hi. I am probably home, I'm just avoiding someone I don't like. Leave me a message, and if I don't call back, it's you."

"Hi, this is George. I'm sorry I can't answer the phone right now. Leave a message, and then wait by your phone until I call you back."

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I Had a Dream  

Posted by: Licel

I woke up very early this morning with just a few hours of sleep. I don't know why but I'm having a hard time sleeping at night lately. A bad dream woke me up and I couldn't sleep anymore. I was dreaming that someone took all the tires from my car. lol!..Sounds funny but it got me worried for a moment. So I immediately searched on the internet the meaning of it.

"To dream that you lose a wheel from your vehicle, indicated that you are feeling lost. You do not know what direction to go or where you are headed to go."

"Having something stolen from your car represent being taken advantage of, feeling disrespected, not validated or undervalued somehow."

I do believe in dreams but I don't take them literally. I can take it as a warning but definitely not live my life according to my dreams. Some dreams can be prophetic but some are just little dramas our minds make up. Things we experience or think about often enter our dreams as reality (even if it's not). Just like the dream I had last night, it could be because I worried too much about my car. It's acting up lately and had caused me to be late at work, for the first time in almost 3 years that I've been working. Or it could be because I was annoyed by some of my bosses and co-workers' unfair treatment towards me. It is just this thing called discrimination. Or maybe it's telling me to focus on myself, have a goal and see life from a different point of view. Oh well, whatever happens, happens. Just have to trust God and ask for His guidance and protection.

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Gossip at work  

Posted by: Licel

One of my co-workers, who just newly transferred at that time from other Depot store, approached me and asked about my husband's age and my age. I was flabbergasted by her being blunt. We never talked or had any conversation at all prior to that incident, since she just moved in. So her question didn't make sense to me at that time. That's when I realized that people at work are actually gossiping about me marrying a mature guy, otherwise she wouldn't asked that kind of question. She should asked first where I came from. Asking somebody's age especially if you just met is rude what more to ask my hubby's age. Obviously, that woman has no proper etiquette. It was kinda annoying but I tried to calmed down myself for I didn't want to stoop to her level. She is still young and still needs to learn a lot as far as proper etiquette is concern.

My husband is the type of person who thinks a lot and a worrier by nature. He takes things seriously. He also got married at the age of 19. So he learned what family responsibility means at such a young age. That's why he looks matured than his age but he's still in his mid 40's.

I don't understand why some people are making age a big deal. So what if my husband is older than me? What is wrong about it? It's definitely my choice! Nobody has the right to question my choices nor judge how I live my life. And besides, I'm not that young anymore either. I'll be 32 early next year. And we didn't do anything immoral. Does age really matters when it comes to love? For us, it's not. Age is just a number. As long as we love each other and we're happy, that's all that matters. Who gives a damn what others think?! We don't form our marital happiness based on other people's acceptance or judgment. Whether the marriage is successful or not, age has nothing to do with that. It's the couple's lifetime commitment. To those people whose business is to mind each other's business and putting someone down secretly, get a life and may God bless you.

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25 Random Facts About Me  

Posted by: Licel

1. I am naturally quiet and painfully shy but I tend to be talkative when I'm around people I trust.
2. I'm a good listener and I don't enjoy much talking...makes me tired.
3. I don't know how to swim.
4. I almost drowned twice already.
5. I have stage fright.
6. I joined declamation contest when I was 7 years old and wasn't able to finish it because I forgot the ending part. toink! Lol!!
7. I love to travel and see places.
8. I was 6 years old when I had my first experience being in a plane. We went to Manila for a vacation.
9. I am the youngest of four and the only rose among the thorns.
10. I am quiet when I'm mad because I don't want to say or do things I might regret.
11. I'm loyal to those who deserves my loyalty but won't hesitate to break the friendship once you did something unacceptable to me.
12. Among the filipino foods, dinuguan(pork blood stew) is my favorite.
13. I love lucky me pancit canton.
14. I am very picky when it comes to choosing friends. I don't wanna be around people who thinks a lot of negative thoughts towards other people. I'd rather be alone than having a bad companion.
15. Yes, I only have few friends but they are for life. I believe in quality than quantity.
16. I can keep secrets.
17. I went to catholic school from highschool to college.
18. I broke my left leg when I was 8 years old. I had half leg cast and had to use crutches for almost a month.
19. I love listening rags to riches stories. It's inspiring.
20. I love reading. I don't mind reading the whole day.
21. I had my first boyfriend at the age of 15.
22. I wanted my first boyfriend to be my last but obviously, it didn't work.
23. I don't drink alcohol and I'm a certified non-smoker.
24. I am tone deaf.
25. I love shopping but have no patience walking around the mall. I easily get tired.

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Couple of the Day  

Posted by: Licel

Our visit to National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland last July 2008 was really memorable. At first, my husband was hesitant to go since he easily get lost with direction. But I convinced him to go anyway. That's the only way to conquer his fear of getting lost. So we went there and I was the navigator. We arrived there early and peacefully:)..But the gate was still closed. It opens at 8am. While waiting for the gate to open, we entertained ourselves by taking pictures and exploring the place.

At exactly 8am, gates opened and the ticket we bought was a complete package which includes, Dolphin Show and 4D Immersion Theater. We were both truly excited. As we walked inside, one guy suddenly approached us. He introduced himself as the manager and told us in a nice way to follow him. Hubby and I were looking at each other, wondering why. We didn't want to cause any commotion since it was getting crowded, so we obeyed and walked beside the manager. But I was already freakin' nervous and worried. Then the guy tried to get everybody's attention. He wanted everybody to come near him as he had some few announcements. He started by telling the crowd where the exact location of the aquarium, the theater and the dolphin show. Also, the "should do and shouldn't do" thingy to avoid accidents, stuff like that. Then he ended it by telling everybody that they chose us to be the couple of the day. Wow! What a surprise! :)..They gave us hats with the National Aquarium logo and they took us picture together. Here it is...


They also introduced us to all the staff and had a pose with them. Sad to say, the picture was kinda blurry. Before the dolphin show started, the tour guide took us to the backstage and we had a small chat with the trainers. We also had the chance to see the dolphin up close and even touched them. One trainer made a sign for the dolphin to say hello to us and the dolphin splashed the water towards us. That's how the dolphin say hello. Sooo cute! Then my husband had the privilege to participate in the show, as you can see in the picture below. The show was fantastic and we really enjoyed. Same thing in the 4D Immersion Theater. The 4D film was amazing and educational too.
Inside the Immersion Theater

People were clapping their hands and congratulated us after the announcement that we were the couple of the day. My husband was so thrilled, but not me. Don't get me wrong. I was happy but knowing me, I am painfully shy. As a matter of fact, I was blushing and wanted to run and hide at that time. Lol!!!..I actually asked my husband to tell the manager to just find another couple. Obviously my husband didn't listen to me or else we would have missed that once in a lifetime opportunity. Next to the National Aquarium is a cheesecake factory. We were supposed to go there for our lunch but as the couple of the day, we were given a free lunch. The manager and his assistant joined us in the cafeteria. So I had the chance to asked the manager why they picked us. He said, upon entering the door, he noticed that we were the only couple smiling. It showed in our faces that we were happy and excited which is true. When we got home, my husband said that it was actually my exotic beauty that caught the manager's attention.:)..oh well, he is really my husband huh! The whole experience was amazing, educational and undeniably unforgettable. We do hope to go back there someday.


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Looks Can Be Deceiving  

Posted by: Licel

My husband and I attended a thanksgiving party of one of my filipina acquaintances. She just got approved of her application for American Citizenship. So many guests attended inasmuch as it was a double celebration. Her daughter was also celebrating her 5th birthday. At the party, my husband mingled with some of "the husbands" while I was also busy chatting with some of "the wives" just across the table. One of the husbands asked Frazier, where was his wife at. My husband pointed at me. The conversation went like this...

Guy: Where's your wife at?
Hubby: She's there (pointing at my direction) wearing a maroon sweatshirt.
Guy: (looking at me)..is she still 19?
Hubby: (laughing) Heck no! she's already 31.
Guy: (surprised)..Really?!? i'm sorry. She looks younger than her age.
Hubby: I know. It's ok, I'm already used to it.

Really, looks can be deceiving. That was just one of the many incidents I experienced. Even at work, I encountered the same. At first, I was annoyed. But now, I am enjoying it especially the part where they found out they were wrong. It's funny looking at their faces with slightly open mouth after they discovered my real age.

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Three Years in the Making  

Posted by: Licel

Heaven knows how many times I was tempted to start my online journal but laziness always strikes me three years ago. Not only that, I didn't know how and where to start. And our internet connection at that time was not working too good. It was slow like a turtle. But just the other day, for some strange reason, I decided to signed up and be a part of the blogging world. At last! I am extremely happy because this is one of my goals since I came here in the United States three years ago. Yes, you read it right. My hubby used to tease me that this blog is three years in the making. Well, making blog is not that easy than what I thought. It took me a long while to chose my blog title. Customizing template the way I want it is a bit confusing either, but I'll get the hang of it. Hopefully, I won't get lazy updating this blog. Hmmm...we'll see.

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