Sunday, February 7, 2010
Summer is nearing , and I can't wait to have our yearly vacation. I'm working in a school and classes will end this March, so we'll start our vacation after that. I can still remember my last summer vacation and it was a blast. We went to Bohol, and my main target was to see the Tarsier, beaches and the famous Chocolate Hills. We planned for that vacation for several months. We took a bus to Cagayan de Oro City, and from there, we then boarded a ship straight to Bohol. It was a hot sunny day when we arrived in Bohol, and then we took another ride straight to our hotel.
We started our tour the following day. We first visited some of their old churches, and they have plenty of it. One that I can't forget is the Baclayon church, the oldest coral stone church in Visayas and Mindanao. After the churches we then visited the Tarsier, they are such cute little creatures (but smelly). Tarsier handlers and caretakers warned us not to use flash on our camera because it will damage their eyesight and eventually they'll die. Don't know if it's true or not but we followed their restrictions because were good tourist, hahahaha. The next day we went to the famous Chocolate Hills. Going up the steps to the viewing pad was a breath taker (I almost lost my breath cause its too high). Upon reaching the top we then watch the beautiful and exhilarating Chocolate Hills, though its not that chocolaty to look at, but the view at the top was really nice.
The last day of our tour was spent on buying gifts and souvenir items. Although we already set aside money for the trip, we didn't anticipate that we spend too much for the souvenirs. Since we brought cash and our ATM card, we went beyond our budget and keep on withdrawing at the ATM machine. Lots of souvenir items were too beautiful to resist.
It was after the vacation we felt the burden of spending too much that we lived several months on a tight budget to recover from it. It would have been nice if we had a prepaid credit card at that time so we can control our spending. I think I'll use that on our next vacation which will be in Camiguin Island.
We started our tour the following day. We first visited some of their old churches, and they have plenty of it. One that I can't forget is the Baclayon church, the oldest coral stone church in Visayas and Mindanao. After the churches we then visited the Tarsier, they are such cute little creatures (but smelly). Tarsier handlers and caretakers warned us not to use flash on our camera because it will damage their eyesight and eventually they'll die. Don't know if it's true or not but we followed their restrictions because were good tourist, hahahaha. The next day we went to the famous Chocolate Hills. Going up the steps to the viewing pad was a breath taker (I almost lost my breath cause its too high). Upon reaching the top we then watch the beautiful and exhilarating Chocolate Hills, though its not that chocolaty to look at, but the view at the top was really nice.
The last day of our tour was spent on buying gifts and souvenir items. Although we already set aside money for the trip, we didn't anticipate that we spend too much for the souvenirs. Since we brought cash and our ATM card, we went beyond our budget and keep on withdrawing at the ATM machine. Lots of souvenir items were too beautiful to resist.
It was after the vacation we felt the burden of spending too much that we lived several months on a tight budget to recover from it. It would have been nice if we had a prepaid credit card at that time so we can control our spending. I think I'll use that on our next vacation which will be in Camiguin Island.
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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
For soon to be mothers out there. Here's one article just for you:
1. Take a bath after delivery. Old wives tales would tell you not to do so, but being clean before you handle your baby is a must.
2. Whether you go through a normal or C- section delivery, you will experience bleeding six weeks after delivery. called lochia, this will gradually disappear over time. Maternity pads are a must during your two weeks after birth. Panty shields will do as the bleeding subsides.
3. It takes three weeks for the vagina to heal, and you will experience swelling after the first week of delivery. When cleaning yourself, opt for liquid soap for ease of use. Lukewarm water will also help in reducing the swelling.
4. An old wives tales no more: According to the Department of Health, bayabas leaves contain natural anti bacterial properties. The water used to boil the leaves may be used to wash the vaginal area.
5. Loose clothing will help, in providing comfort during the first week after delivery. The material of your undergarments should be cotton. Make sure they aren't too tight.
6. It might be tempting to do so, but using alcohol on your sutures os a definite no. It might provide a cool, refreshing feeling, but alcohol can actually lessen the strength of your stitches, causing a broken wound.
1. Take a bath after delivery. Old wives tales would tell you not to do so, but being clean before you handle your baby is a must.
2. Whether you go through a normal or C- section delivery, you will experience bleeding six weeks after delivery. called lochia, this will gradually disappear over time. Maternity pads are a must during your two weeks after birth. Panty shields will do as the bleeding subsides.
3. It takes three weeks for the vagina to heal, and you will experience swelling after the first week of delivery. When cleaning yourself, opt for liquid soap for ease of use. Lukewarm water will also help in reducing the swelling.
4. An old wives tales no more: According to the Department of Health, bayabas leaves contain natural anti bacterial properties. The water used to boil the leaves may be used to wash the vaginal area.
5. Loose clothing will help, in providing comfort during the first week after delivery. The material of your undergarments should be cotton. Make sure they aren't too tight.
6. It might be tempting to do so, but using alcohol on your sutures os a definite no. It might provide a cool, refreshing feeling, but alcohol can actually lessen the strength of your stitches, causing a broken wound.
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
Valentines Day is fast approaching. It is one of my most awaited holidays in a year for it is the day that we show to our loved one that we care and love them and how much they really mean to us.
I can still remember when me and my wife was first dating. It was an afternoon date and we watched a movie first. After the movie, we went to a serene, solemn park and had a picnic. When we arrived there, she was a little surprised because I was really prepared. I had a blanket in my backpack bag. We looked for a quiet corner in the park, lay the blanket, turn on a romantic song on transistor radio that I also brought with me and had a few snacks and soda drinks. We just talk for several hours. Time seems to be very fast when you are with your love one right? When it was a little dark, we packed things up and went to a beautiful restaurant which is just a walking distance to the park. This restaurant serves delicious foods and it is overlooking the city so we really had a great time having a hearty dinner. When it was time to go to our respective homes, I gave her my Valentine gift.
So guys, you better think and plan ahead on how you are going to celebrate Valentine's Day. You can give gifts to your loved one like jewelries or dine in fancy restaurants to show to them that they are special and that you really love them. But of course, all of these things are not possible without shelling out some money from your pocket. Since February 14 comes early on our payday which falls on the 15th, most of our cash are almost gone and already spent. So if you're short on cash, it's better to have cash advance so that you wouldn't miss celebrating Valentine's Day. You wouldn't want to disappoint your loved ones, would you?
I can still remember when me and my wife was first dating. It was an afternoon date and we watched a movie first. After the movie, we went to a serene, solemn park and had a picnic. When we arrived there, she was a little surprised because I was really prepared. I had a blanket in my backpack bag. We looked for a quiet corner in the park, lay the blanket, turn on a romantic song on transistor radio that I also brought with me and had a few snacks and soda drinks. We just talk for several hours. Time seems to be very fast when you are with your love one right? When it was a little dark, we packed things up and went to a beautiful restaurant which is just a walking distance to the park. This restaurant serves delicious foods and it is overlooking the city so we really had a great time having a hearty dinner. When it was time to go to our respective homes, I gave her my Valentine gift.
So guys, you better think and plan ahead on how you are going to celebrate Valentine's Day. You can give gifts to your loved one like jewelries or dine in fancy restaurants to show to them that they are special and that you really love them. But of course, all of these things are not possible without shelling out some money from your pocket. Since February 14 comes early on our payday which falls on the 15th, most of our cash are almost gone and already spent. So if you're short on cash, it's better to have cash advance so that you wouldn't miss celebrating Valentine's Day. You wouldn't want to disappoint your loved ones, would you?
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Keona on her dress on my brothers wedding. Shes the flower girl, though shes only 1 year and 2 months now turning 3 months by the end of January. She looks cute on her outfit. Ans she always like to show off, especially if shes wearing something new. Although during the wedding my wife had to carry her, though she can walk but only when someone is holding her hand. She wont walk on her own, though we know she can do it. But she preferred to have someone hold her hand. Im eagerly awaiting for the day the she can walk on her own without someone holding her hand.
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
I read in a magazine an article about sites that is great for your toddlers and your kids. I check the site out and it was great, especially the site Starfall. So here are two site that you may want your child to visit.
1. Starfall.com - Both toddlers and big kids will enjoy this site. It has great phonics program, is very attractive and interactive. Beginners will enjoy the alphabet section where toddlers and preschoolers can learn about each letter of the alphabet, how it sounds, and what words start with each letter. Older kids will love the online books and plays, including fables from all around the world.
2. Whyville.net - In the age of social networking, this site provides a secure and educational platform for such an activity. This online virtual world immerses children in a video game like experience where they mist manage money, make sure they eat properly, and have the ability to communicate with others. More importantly, the sire seeks to educate its users about online safety and how to behave in an online community.
1. Starfall.com - Both toddlers and big kids will enjoy this site. It has great phonics program, is very attractive and interactive. Beginners will enjoy the alphabet section where toddlers and preschoolers can learn about each letter of the alphabet, how it sounds, and what words start with each letter. Older kids will love the online books and plays, including fables from all around the world.
2. Whyville.net - In the age of social networking, this site provides a secure and educational platform for such an activity. This online virtual world immerses children in a video game like experience where they mist manage money, make sure they eat properly, and have the ability to communicate with others. More importantly, the sire seeks to educate its users about online safety and how to behave in an online community.
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
I don't know if its advisable to have Keona's ears pierced, My wife wants to have Keona's ear pierced to have her look more feminine, cause Keona has short hair, some people would thought Keona is a boy at first glance. Although shes already 1 year and 2 months I'm still having second thoughts. Because number one is the safety factor, because Keona tend to scratch her ears especially if shes not comfortable with things hanging in her head, ears or body. Knowing this she might accidentally pull her earrings resulting to a wound or the earrings would loosen up and come of, and due to her curiosity she might swallow that little shiny thing. Maybe I'm just too paranoid.
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