Pressie Oracle

You Are Sophisticated



You go all out when you give gifts. You want to give a present that will wow, even if it's a little over the top. You are spontaneous and impulsive. You tend to do things quickly, and you're quite impatient. You are very organized and together. No one would ever accuse you of being a slob. You don't think outward appearances matter much. As long as you're clean and neat, you're good!

The Present Wrapping Oracle

This one's another spot on. And yes, it can't emphasize enough that I am definitely not a snob.

As for gifts, I still have a few gadgets on my wishlist. They continue to be on the list because I am hesitant to get them even if they come with an iphone warranty and what-not accessories. that's because I am your regular stingy mom. :P

Game as ever

I would've thought that I was done with my shopping, but just found out that we have still a few more left. I looove sales, so I try to stay away from purchasing items at the original price. For me, I get a real high if I am able to buy something of good quality at a very low price. That for me is an absolute Best Buy! So yeah, even with this minor glitch, I am still game to go and make sure it's done.

Moving forward

Our old Camry is acting up again. It's been creaking here and there, which cautions us that it's pretty long life may soon come to an end. It's served us well and though it is just an object, I personally feel a bit sentimental and would not like to be there on the day that we do have to say goodbye. As the song goes, some things never last. But life's like that. We just need to move on and have a look at the newer ones out there (and maybe get some cheap car insurance as well). Life goes on.

The Social Network

I saw TSN with hubby today. It wasn't on my to-watch list at all, but was eventually convinced to go and see it. It's amazing how the FB phenomenon has touched our lives in different ways.

Anyway, it was an interesting film, reflecting one of the many basic realities in life, where there is some truth to that saying that money is the root of evil. Everyone wanted to take a chunk out of the website's success, even with whatever little contribution that they have had.

Undoubtedly that guy Mark is a genius (at least for a nonprogrammer like me), with the almost instant success of his creation starting with a meager thousand bucks (to include managed web hosting and what not's). You've got to give credit also to his friend Eduardo. It's just too bad that their friendship was tainted in the process.

So what have you seen lately?

Fat Burnin'

I've just been to the doctor and I reckon it is time to hop on the elliptical machine to start building up my fitness. He can't seem to pinpoint the true cause of my symptoms, so if his mind is boggled, then all the more mine.

Anyhoo, all this effort should be worth my time, and I am hoping that the machine will prove to be the best fat burner, at least in my case.

Giving it a go

The path to your dream career can be long and winded. I for one could not work immediately as an OT due to competition and had to relocate to a different region to be hired as one. I was not always so keen about it, but now I am loving it, even if the setting was initially totally alien to me. J also had his banking careers in the earlier days but moved on to IT with the changing times. I guess, the point is, you never know where you are going to end up, for as long as you give new challenges a good go.

Whoopsie

I hadn't checked my weight in a while. And when finally I did a couple of days ago, it didn't quite shock me as I thought it would. I mean, it's obvious to tip the scales at that weight I haven't really done much to make it any less. The worst thing about it is I've got a doctor's appointment in a few days and I have no improvement to show whatsoever. Whoopsie!

Homey!

You Are The Homebody


You feel happiest in the comfort of your own home. You have plenty to keep you busy. You love to have friends over and entertain. You're proud of the sanctuary you've created. You are content to spend an afternoon baking or reading. You don't need much to feel content. You think nothing is better and cozier than a night in. What could be better than good food, good company, and comfortable furniture?

What's Your Grown Up Stereotype?

Nothing new. And it is no wonder I can't seem to shed these excess kilos off. I certainly need to be more active or soon I will find myself looking into that phentermine review. Not my cup of tea, to be honest. I am determined not to go off the deep end.

Flower power

The family is planning to go to the Floriade this long weekend. That is, of course if we have sunny weather. This year's theme is 'Imagination: Where will yours take you?'It sounds rather vague but I am still excited as to how it will appear with all the flowers in bloom. And I have specifically avoided seeing pictures uploaded by friends to keep the suspense, so to speak. I am such a geek about flowers, so you can imagine my anticipation! I'm just sorry that I cannot speak the same for bodybuilding supplement reviews. :P

Long week

It is that time of the month again at the office, when we are stumped with monthly progress reports. It is okay if you only have a handful of clients to write about. But it isn't a jolly day if you have got more than 10! Sometimes I would rather do colon cleansing reviews than this! The only thing good about it is that it is the weekend, and a long weekend at that! I hope I am able to take more time to rest and reenergise myself for the coming work week.

Binging for the holidays

With the upcoming holidays to our motherland, I am thinking that I may need diet supplements here. We all know going home to visit family and friends boils down to one thing -- food binge! It is not uncommon to be dieting especially when the food you have known and loved is readily available. Who could resist that?! And it is expected that we should gain a few kilos here and there, but I reckon it is all worth it. You can always lose them when you come back to your so-called real world.

New season

Spring has finally sprung! And what wonderful warm weather we are having these days! Spring is my favourite season of all. It is not too cold nor too warm -- just perfect. And one of the best things about it is we can say goodbye to eczema treatment at least for now. It is taxing just having to apply creams and what-not's onto the skin day in and day out. And it is not just the little girl who has to do it now. Yes, me too, though not as bad as the little one's, thank goodness! With spring here, what's not to celebrate? :)

Proud parents

Our friends are expecting their first born in a month's time. Finally it's a baby boy. The male gender is considered a rarity in these parts of the world, as most of the children are female. If it were the olden days, I am sure daddy R would be passing out cigars to his buddies when finally their son is born. A truly proud moment for them both as it was a project that is 10 years in the making. We are so happy for them. Baby-envy mode now.

Techy wishes

One of the several things that is not worth investing your precious savings in are the techy gadgets like your everyday MP3 players. I just saw the new Nano a few days ago, and they've now progressed to tiny touch screens! I love my player just the same but those newer models sure make you want to buy them too. I guess I am just waiting for the time that all those high-tech gadgets will be as an everyday item that you won't have to spend an arm and a leg just to get one. That day will come, but soon enough I hope.

Thinking of Sydney

It seems like the family is going to Sydney for a nice spring get-away. I am excited! Come to think of it, the little girl's never been to Sydney for a vacation. It has always been a stopover for us flying to and from Manila, but we have never stayed for a day or two to go around that lovely city. Anyway, I hope there great deals that are similar to Branson vacation packages that we could take advantage of. It would be good to see Sydney once again.

Gift-giving

Tomorrow is our fifth wedding anniversary, if we were to consider our civil wedding back in 2005. We haven't really gone into the tradition of giving gifts to each other to celebrate (so never mind cotton gifts for anniversary or wooden ones as is the case for this year). We normally would just go out and have a nice dinner. I guess we are just more practical this way. But maybe it is high time that we do get something for one another to make it more significant. :)

Wet Day

You know if there's going to be a change of season without having to look at the calendar by just looking at the weather. Today was rather soaking wet, raining from morning until night, with thunder even to boot as the day ended. So you can imagine, it was pretty much a non-conducive day for work. All I really wanted to do the whole time I was at a course was to go home early, turn the door knob, get in and sink into my warm bed. Really looking forward to break now, more than ever!

Borderline

You May Be a Bit Borderline...



Your mood swings make a roller coaster look tame! When you're up, you're a little bit crazy... And when you're down, your whole world is crashing. Scary thing is, these moods can change by the minute!

What Personality Disorder Are You?

LOL! I was beginning to think that, yes, I am a little tiny bit c-r-a-z-y! I am sure if I buy phentermine, it won't solve the problem. So just beware, y'all, especially if it is that very unfortunate time of the month!

Crapped Out

My head is starting to hurt. All this brainstorming for ideas on a deadline can certainly put you on the spot. I am honestly out of ideas, and am wanting to head off to bed. Nobody ever said working was ever easy. After all you do get paid for it. I just hope all this hard work and late nights compensate me more than if I were to sell merchant account, as it seems to be a more lucrative business opportunity. Oh, I don't really know. All I know now is that I am tired and I really need to head off to bed now.

Giving In

In this day and age of Biggest Loser followed by Masterchef, it is no wonder that you kind of get the wrong message or mixed signals from the media. One time you are so motivated and inspired to diet and get all fit by the contestants on Biggest Loser. then just when you've vowed to commit to weight loss program, on comes Masterchef, tempting you with heaps of delicious food. And I am telling this from personal experience! As I may have already mentioned, I am back slaving over our oven baking desserts, and all this giving in is starting to show. Oh dear, times like these when you wish that new diet pill was just an arm's reach away.