My (Secret) Birthday Wish

1 more month and I'll be a year older again. I may age but I will always be forever thankful for all the blessings that were given to me and my family.

I've never been materialistic when it comes to birthday wishes; I only wished for a wonderful and fruitful year ahead of me. Just like my wish for this year, it's for me and my family to always be in good health, to be always safe, and to have more blessings. I wish for the Lord to give me more patience with all the adjustments that I'm having now. For me to continue learning in all aspects of life.

But this year will be an exception. I am honestly craving for this specific material wish and I am wishing this for my birthday wish - and I really really really like to have this. *grin*

Now, this. 

I'd like to have a Nikon D90, my pangarap na DSLR! LOL!

I really want to hone my skill in photography but I know a point and shoot is not enough to learn like a pro. Although, I believe that photography is not really about the camera but it is how you see things beyond the lens. Nevertheless, it wouldn't hurt to wish for one, right?! *grin*

But you see, I am already this close to having one, but it has to be set aside since my priorities in my life has to be rearranged - wants vs. needs. And now that I have a baby, I guess having it will be the last on my list.

I just hope my half-brother is right when he said to me, "sana mag dilang anghel ka at maka-pulot tayo ng DSLR!" .

Sana nga! Lol!

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Hello, My Little Girl! ♥

Friday, March 4, 2011, at 11:28 PM we welcomed a wonderful baby girl - my little girl, CL.

No words can describe how we felt when we finally saw her. All the pain is sooo worth it.

We are now a family!

Thank you, Lord, for the safe delivery and for a healthy baby. 

We love you so much, baby CL!

I love you! ♥

38 Weeks: Last Minute Changes

Only 2-weeks left before my due date and we decided to change our OB. This was really unexpected but we decided to consult a different doctor and we are way satisfied with everything.

As our new doctor was going through my records from the previous one, we were all surprised when she explained to me that there were laboratory tests that were supposedly made before that weren't done and said that I needed to do more tests as I am nearing the due date. We talked about what to expect and what I need to do before, during, and after the labor. She also explained to me the reasons why there is a need for a C-section and what will happen afterwards. These, by the way, were not discussed by my previous doctor, this 'educating' session with my new OB didn't ever happen with my previous one. So I'm really glad we got a second opinion and our doctor accepted me even if I'm nearing my full quarter now.

Last week was such a mess and I'm really thankful that we now have a peace of mind. At this moment, we're just waiting for THE day and hopefully, I will have a safe, normal, and healthy delivery.

Thank God for everything! I'm so happy I have a very supportive family.

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37 Weeks: 7 Months Ago

July 19, 2010 - exactly 7 months today, we discovered that I'm pregnant. I still can't forget the moment when I took the pregnancy test. I remembered crying and telling my hubby that he's going to be a dad. I remembered the first thing that came into my mind, that was to buy a crib. Lol! There was so much joy that filled us that day.

Now I'm on my 37th week and currently 1cm dilated. The baby is already considered full-term and we're just waiting for her to come out.

Oh, the miracle of life!

Johnson's Baby: Pink all the Way!

Growing up, I've always been a fan of Johnson's baby products. From powder to cologne, and to lotions. I just simply love their scent!

Now that I'm giving birth soon, I made sure that my little bundle of joy will experience the magic of the products I used since birth. And because we're having a girl, we want it pink all the way! So we got our little girl her own Johnson's Baby products, all in pinks. So girly, Yay!

Trust me, they all smell so good and, of course, heavenly!

Uninspired: It's Okay Not To Expect

For many years I've always set my mind not to expect as it will only lead to frustration, disappointment, and depression. This worked for me as I'm a kind of person who always has a higher expectation in every goal I set and if it's not accomplished, I get disappointed big time. That's how I am. I know it's not good and I am perfectly aware of that. Nobody's perfect and no situation is perfect, however, I've always believed that we can do our best and take an extra mile for it to get the best out of it.

Yesterday was different, I forgot all about this. I was placed in a position where I was given no choice but to follow. I've expected so much on and I worked hard to get it that I almost forgot that it could go the other way from what I'm expecting. I guess, too much persistence and excitement drive me to think that it will happen the way I want to. Then it hit me.

I was too focused.

Now the reality is sinking in and I am frustrated and sad. I just keep on reminding myself,

"You can't have it your way, you need to consider. There's no room for you to be scared. You have to be strong! You need to be strong... for yourself and for everyone. God will make a way. Have faith."

I know I'll be okay; it’ll just take time until I accept things. And I know I can… for me, for my baby, and for my hubby.

On this Heart's Day

Happy Valentine's everyone! Enjoy this moment, not only with your partner but with your whole family!

To my dear husband, I love you so much!

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