This Valentines Day

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?

The Flower Girl

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.

Websites for your Toddler and Kids

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.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

Having my Baby's ear pierced

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.

Warning Signs For Your Baby

I read once in an article about alarming behaviors that your baby might display. It is advise that you contact your physician if your baby is displaying the following alarming behaviors.

BY 3 MONTHS:

• Does not seem to respond to loud noises
• Does not smile at people
• Begins babbling, but does not try to imitate any of your sounds
• Crosses eyes most of the time
• Does not pay attention to new faces, or seems very frightened by new faces or surroundings
  
• Experiences a dramatic loss of skills he once had.

BY 7 MONTHS:

• Refuses to cuddle
• Shows no affection for his caregiver
• Doesn't seem to enjoy being around people
• Does not turn head to locate sounds
• Seems impossible to comfort at night
• Does not smile on his own
• Does not laugh or make squealing sounds
• Does not actively reach for objects
• Does not follow object with both eyes at near and far ranges
• Does not try to attract attention through actions
• Shows no interest in games of peek a boo
• Experiences a dramatic loss of skills he once had

BY 12 MONTHS:

• Does not play with toys or caregivers
• Does not vocalize to meet needs
• Does not search for objects that are hidden while he watches
• Say no single words ("mama" or "dada")
• Does not learn to use gestures, such as waving or shaking head
• Does not point to objects or pictures
• Experiences a dramatic loss of skills he once had.

Sleeping Guide For Your Baby

• Newborns require 16 to 20 hours of sleep per day and typically sleep in two to four hour periods separated by one to two hour intervals of wakefulness.

• Infants at four months old generally require 14 to 15 hours of sleep per day.

• Most infants between six and twelve months of age require 13 to 14 hours of sleep per day. They nap between two and four hours divided into two naps per day.

• Toddlers aged 12 to 36 months require about 12 hours of sleep per day.
  

Just for the two of you

Hers a nice place to take a little breather from the task you have in your home and in your office. Its a nice offer for you and your love one to take. The MGM Grand in Las Vegas is offering hot promotion codes this year, discounts from its buffet and more. Visit them at MGM Grand promo codes to learn more.

Whats in store for the Rat in the Year of the Tiger

Happy New Year to all, and what a start it was for us and keona. Keona had a scheduled ultrasound this January 4, 2010 to check her kidney. And the result was normal, there was no more trace of hydronephrosis on her kidney. Her kidney shows hydronephrosis before, because of her ureteral reflux. And since the operation last year it returned to normal. There's only one test remaining to check her kidney.

2010 is the year of the Tiger, My mom likes to buy booklets on Chinese Horoscope, so i borrowed it and read about whats in store for Keona. Keona was born under the year of the rat. Although keona is only a child, maybe you out there who is born under the sign of the rat, would appreciate this information.

The year of the Tiger for Rat people may not be considered as auspicious as last year. This is a year mixed with favorable and unfavorable fortunes. Female rat is much better than male rat in many aspects. The fortune of your ambitions in career and in love relationship is good. On the other hand, your health and your financial condition are not so meaningful. There are accomplishments in many areas of your career undertakings. Help and support from some influential friends and good Samaritans are for you to benefit. In the career point of view, best opportunities are there for you. For young rats, you are advised to exert more efforts so that dreams can easily be fulfill. However, financial fortune is not favorable especially in those unfavorable months. Try to manage your monetary activities carefully. You have a tendency to harm your finances. Stay away from sweet offer and avoid risky investments. Gambling and heavy bank borrowings should be avoided. As for your health, you will be vulnerable to sickness. Through proper medication, those sickness can be manageable. Food sanitation and safety, balance diets and regular exercise are the best remedies to maintain your good health. For your own safety, you are advised to take extra care when driving or traveling. There seems to be no problem in family relationship. Activities at home will keep you busy this year. A passionate love life with less misunderstanding awaits you this year. Enjoy the fullness of your love and romance through out the year.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY