Sunday, September 13, 2009
Welcome WILLIAM ISAAC!!!
My life suddenly changed 360 degrees. I am now a mother. Nine months of carrying him is all worth it. I am so ready to face every challenge motherhood has to offer. All I'm wishing for now is that I become a good and nurturing mom to my son.
Welcome William Isaac. Mommy loves you very much and I can't wait to spend every single day with you.
Born: March 6, 2009, Friday, 3:47 PM
Weight: 6 lbs.
Height: 19 inches
The Day!
The day has arrived. It was March 6, 2009 and Alan and myself started to go to Big Bend Regional as early as 6:00 AM. We decided to stay overnight instead of driving an hour and a half from Presidio.
I was scared and at the same time so excited because I'd be meeting my son on this day. For the past few days though, it seemed like he was also ready to meet me because he just kept punching, kicking, and moving.
My favorite nurse, Sheila, welcomed me and put me in the room. I loved that room because of its interior and view from the outside ( mountains). Again, the usual routine of checking my BP, the baby's heartbeat, my urine, my blood, etc.
They basically started inducing me at around 8:00 in the morning. Sad part, I fell asleep.
At around 12 noon, I was completely dilated which was 10cm. I think my nurse was impressed that I dilated fast and in a few minutes, the doctor broke my water and I was ready to have William.
Damn, it was getting more painful by the second and the anesthesiologist was taking so long. I remember banging my head on Alan's hand. She came, gave me the prick. I was numb.
Push, push, push, and more push. At 3:47 my life immediately changed. My angel was born, my life, my little one, my little lion...William Isaac.
I am now a MOM!
I'm back!
Hi there folks! I'm back after 6 or more months. Well, it's been one big journey for me since I gave birth that I completely stopped blogging. I am now 100% hands-on with my cute little son, William Isaac.
As a recap, I was on my 38th week when Dr. Billings told me that he was going out of town and that he could either induce me or would just refer me to another doctor. Of course I automatically was in panic-mode because the much-awaited time has come and it had to be done ASAP.
I was a nervous wreck but Alan was there to support me so this is what I chose, I'd be induced on a Friday, March 6, 2009. So, we'll see how it goes.
I'm so ready to meet the little man.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Baby Stuff
Here are some stuff that we got over the break. One great way to greet the New Year. Everyday was just a day of adventure, hunting and discovering stuff. Mind you, my aunt and her daughter in-law were of great help in finding the best stuff for the baby.
1. The Nursery-Babies R Us has it all. 
Theme: Baby Cocoa -more of like cute little jungle animals. My Mom calls it the Jungle Book.
2. The Stroller- Bugaboo Frog from Right Start
Thanks to my aunt, this was our Christmas present. I've been hearing lots of people raving about Bugaboo and even the clerks from every store I went to say that it's the Cadillac of prams. Well, it really is quite impressive. Just 20 pounds and this pram changes to a regular stroller from a bassinet. You can also attach your infant car seat if you like. What's so special? It's light, very modern, and probably it can handle any kind of terrain---just like a car. Yes folks, you need to put air in its cute wheels.
3. The Car Seat-Maxi Cosi Mico in Black
There are only three car seats that are compatible to Bugaboo. Maxi Cosi was priced reasonably with good quality features.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Half-way Mark!
There are a lot of things I'm thankful for. A week ago, I found out that I am having a baby boy and that everything is normal. Other than that, I'm on my 20th week of pregnancy. I've hit the half-way mark. 20 more weeks to go and I'll be meeting my little one. I can't wait!
Sunday, August 17, 2008
After the Wedding...
Baby Bowman at 8 weeks!
Baby Bowman at 13 weeks!
is this.
Hoping to have a safe and healthy pregnancy.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Tied the Knot!
with the Best Men
Bridal Party
Nephews
with Parents
at last!
Petal Toss
Cake Slicing
Finally, the wedding is over and everything went well. It was almost a year of preparation, a month of being with family from Scotland and the Philippines, a week of people from all over the States, and a lifetime of memories. The wedding was wonderful.Monday, May 26, 2008
Days til the Big Day
A week and a half to go and I'm tying the knot. I can't believe that the big day is nearing. I remember that I had a year of wedding prep and now, time is flying so quickly.
Anyhow, I'm very excited. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with Alan. I can't wait to enjoy the summer with him.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Cool Doggy Blog
As I was checking out Jen Lancaster's blog (coz I'm a blog stalker)---I came across a cool site on cute doggy pics. I guarantee that you guys will have a smile on you face. Check out I HAS A DOG.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Steve's Pictures
It's April and I can't believe that time is flying so, so fast. Remember the blog that I wrote about our photographer? Well, last Spring Break, Alan and I had our engagement pictures taken in Steve Tarver's residence. My dad was even there to assist a little bit. The photo shoot was fun, a little bit chilly, and hard. Now I know how models feel. Eventhough this was the case, Steve and Sandie made it a point for us to be relaxed and comfortable the entire time(despite the chill).
The pictures are now out and the Tarver Family also wrote a very sweet blog about the two of us. How great is that? I remember them mentioning last year that they want every photo shoot we had with them to be very personal. True to their word, this is how we felt. The pictures turned out to be amazing.
Thank you Steve, Sandie, and Nicole for the wonderful pictures and the blog. We can't wait to work with you guys again this summer. :)
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Feminine...told you so!
Who want's to be a Stepford Wife?
This is an interesting blog from one of my links. I want to laugh my head off to all those who said that we don't need men to live. In reality, we do. To what extent? I don't know. This totally contradicts my first blog. Sorry but my belief has changed. Typical woman ...me, right?
Read this and laugh.
***
Late on a weekday night, I found myself at my friend’s elegant New York apartment enjoying a cup of herbal tea after an utterly uninteresting night out. We’ll call my friend Rio because his background includes a decade long stay in Brazil, as well residence in several other South American countries. As we sunk into the sofa listening to Portuguese love songs we got to discussing (surprise surprise) the enigma that is male-female relationships.
“Describe sexy,” he prompted me.
I went on to pause, gather my thoughts and illustrate sexy as:
“Confident, independent, and strong.”
“Interesting,” he replied. “Because I’d describe sexy as vulnerable, dependant and warm.”
Thus ensued a conversation in which we dissected our theories about the difference between Italo-Latin and American love.
In a nutshell, Rio made the point that Brazilian woman are experts at being feminine – they’re used to relying on men. They constantly ask men to do things for them with the charm of a child and males relish in attending to their every need since it makes men feel ‘like the shit.’ Interesting, right? Because as girls growing up in America the mantra is that we can do everything ourselves, should strive for utter independence, and never rely on men for anything. Ever. To which Rio responded:
“You’re never going to keep a man like that. Okay, you’re never going to keep a Latin man like that. Men stick with the woman who makes him feel like he’s ‘the man.’ He wants you to ask him to do things for you.”
“Wouldn't I be bothering him?”
“Are you kidding? If he loves you and can fulfill your needs that’ll be the high point of his day. That’s the feeling he’s going to crave and come back for: Validation of his worth.”
Me: “I guess that does explain why so many guys I like end up with stupid, silent, needy lapdog girlfriends.”
Rio: “Those girls aren’t as stupid as they look. They’ve learned to use their feminine vulnerability to keep men. Again, if I want someone independent who didn’t need me I could hang out with my co-workers. That isn’t what male-female relationships are about.”
“But don’t you want a best friend? An equal?”
“Best friend, yes. An equal…”
“OMG this so wrong.”
“No, no, no. You’re misunderstanding. Yes, an equal. But American women often seem so busy proving their independence that they miss out on the whole tango of love that’s about how men and women fundamentally need each other.”
“You just said ‘tango,’ didn’t you?”
“Why would I be interested in a woman who doesn’t need me?”
“I thought men liked the unattainable. That they like to chase things.”
“True. But once he’s got you, he doesn’t want to hear about other guys and how ‘independent’ of a superwoman you are.”
“So basically I gotta get vulnerable, when my life mission since puberty has been to never appear vulnerable.”
“Yeah. And get feminine.”
I gesture to my outfit, “I am feminine!”
“You look feminine. But you don’t act it. You’re so guarded.”
“Because men are assholes!”
“You came in here and just made yourself your own tea. You never even asked me if I wanted some.”
“You were in the other room. And since when do non-British guys like tea?”
“Being feminine means focusing on the five senses. Scent, smell, touch. Slow down! Enjoy life. Be caring like a mother, innocent and playful like a little girl.”
“Gross." I stop to think, "I have no idea how to do that.”
“Americans get divorced cause they got it all wrong. Women are meant to be feminine. Embrace it. Use it in your work life too. You’ll get ahead and manipulate men even better. Doesn’t mean you aren’t smart.”
“Does this femininity project mean I can’t talk and make jokes? I mean, that’s a big part of my personality. I verbally run a mile a second.”
“Of course, be yourself. Although at least at the beginning, with women, less is more.”
“I can’t believe I’m hearing this.”
“You act the way you do right now and go to where you’re going on Brasil, not one guy is going to talk to you.”
“That would be tragic.”
“Cater. Ask him to do things for you. Play along. If he loves you, he’ll feel great accomplishing your tasks. He doesn’t pull through, means he’s not into you. Men will slay lions for the woman they love. They won’t make dinner reservations, but they’ll slay lions.”
“Okay. Let’s try: Rio, will you drive me to JFK when I leave next Monday?”
Rio: “Absolutely fucking not.”
Off my twisted face –
“The asking to do stuff doesn’t include airport transfers.”
Me: “Huh. Good to know.”
Yet another theory to stuff in my carry on.
Those who want to learn more should be directed to the simultaniously ingenious and ridiculous concept of wikiHow which actually has an article about how to be feminine. I'd be lying if I said I didn't skim it.
***
Read this and laugh.
***
Late on a weekday night, I found myself at my friend’s elegant New York apartment enjoying a cup of herbal tea after an utterly uninteresting night out. We’ll call my friend Rio because his background includes a decade long stay in Brazil, as well residence in several other South American countries. As we sunk into the sofa listening to Portuguese love songs we got to discussing (surprise surprise) the enigma that is male-female relationships.
“Describe sexy,” he prompted me.
I went on to pause, gather my thoughts and illustrate sexy as:
“Confident, independent, and strong.”
“Interesting,” he replied. “Because I’d describe sexy as vulnerable, dependant and warm.”
Thus ensued a conversation in which we dissected our theories about the difference between Italo-Latin and American love.
In a nutshell, Rio made the point that Brazilian woman are experts at being feminine – they’re used to relying on men. They constantly ask men to do things for them with the charm of a child and males relish in attending to their every need since it makes men feel ‘like the shit.’ Interesting, right? Because as girls growing up in America the mantra is that we can do everything ourselves, should strive for utter independence, and never rely on men for anything. Ever. To which Rio responded:
“You’re never going to keep a man like that. Okay, you’re never going to keep a Latin man like that. Men stick with the woman who makes him feel like he’s ‘the man.’ He wants you to ask him to do things for you.”
“Wouldn't I be bothering him?”
“Are you kidding? If he loves you and can fulfill your needs that’ll be the high point of his day. That’s the feeling he’s going to crave and come back for: Validation of his worth.”
Me: “I guess that does explain why so many guys I like end up with stupid, silent, needy lapdog girlfriends.”
Rio: “Those girls aren’t as stupid as they look. They’ve learned to use their feminine vulnerability to keep men. Again, if I want someone independent who didn’t need me I could hang out with my co-workers. That isn’t what male-female relationships are about.”
“But don’t you want a best friend? An equal?”
“Best friend, yes. An equal…”
“OMG this so wrong.”
“No, no, no. You’re misunderstanding. Yes, an equal. But American women often seem so busy proving their independence that they miss out on the whole tango of love that’s about how men and women fundamentally need each other.”
“You just said ‘tango,’ didn’t you?”
“Why would I be interested in a woman who doesn’t need me?”
“I thought men liked the unattainable. That they like to chase things.”
“True. But once he’s got you, he doesn’t want to hear about other guys and how ‘independent’ of a superwoman you are.”
“So basically I gotta get vulnerable, when my life mission since puberty has been to never appear vulnerable.”
“Yeah. And get feminine.”
I gesture to my outfit, “I am feminine!”
“You look feminine. But you don’t act it. You’re so guarded.”
“Because men are assholes!”
“You came in here and just made yourself your own tea. You never even asked me if I wanted some.”
“You were in the other room. And since when do non-British guys like tea?”
“Being feminine means focusing on the five senses. Scent, smell, touch. Slow down! Enjoy life. Be caring like a mother, innocent and playful like a little girl.”
“Gross." I stop to think, "I have no idea how to do that.”
“Americans get divorced cause they got it all wrong. Women are meant to be feminine. Embrace it. Use it in your work life too. You’ll get ahead and manipulate men even better. Doesn’t mean you aren’t smart.”
“Does this femininity project mean I can’t talk and make jokes? I mean, that’s a big part of my personality. I verbally run a mile a second.”
“Of course, be yourself. Although at least at the beginning, with women, less is more.”
“I can’t believe I’m hearing this.”
“You act the way you do right now and go to where you’re going on Brasil, not one guy is going to talk to you.”
“That would be tragic.”
“Cater. Ask him to do things for you. Play along. If he loves you, he’ll feel great accomplishing your tasks. He doesn’t pull through, means he’s not into you. Men will slay lions for the woman they love. They won’t make dinner reservations, but they’ll slay lions.”
“Okay. Let’s try: Rio, will you drive me to JFK when I leave next Monday?”
Rio: “Absolutely fucking not.”
Off my twisted face –
“The asking to do stuff doesn’t include airport transfers.”
Me: “Huh. Good to know.”
Yet another theory to stuff in my carry on.
Those who want to learn more should be directed to the simultaniously ingenious and ridiculous concept of wikiHow which actually has an article about how to be feminine. I'd be lying if I said I didn't skim it.
***
When you're done, you may secretly look at the wikiHow on being feminine. Just an after thought. See how thoughful I am.
Follow these steps to become more feminine and give off a better impression to those around you.
Steps
Also, try to keep your hair out of your face.
Wear only as much makeup as you need.
Always have powder handy wherever you go. Keep make-up minimal. You decide how much, but too much isn't very attractive. Many may view you as insecure and in reality not very beautiful if you wear too much to cover up. If you use more then 10 minutes in front of the mirror, you should think about toning it down.
Wear neat but conservative clothes. Really short skirts come across as slutty, not feminine.
Don't be loud and obnoxious. This is a male trait and people believe you to be more masculine than you actually are.
Don't fish for compliments. Fishing is also a male trait. Remember, you are a woman. Be confident even if you aren't completely happy with yourself.
Be happy with yourself. Accept your body for what it is and others will love you.
Remove unattractive body hair. Wax your upper lip if necessary and tweeze your eyebrows. Shave your legs (all of them), arms, and back (if it needs it). Hair is disgusting.
Meryl's comment: Uh-oh!!!
Be confident and happy. Nothing is more beautiful than a smiling woman. Just keep your lips together, if you don't like your teeth.
Try not to use profanities. We all do it , but if you could make a sailor blush with your mouth and not your looks, you should think about toning it down.
Be aware of your posture. Chin up high, back straight and thoughts positive.
Be smart. Most people like smart women who are able to have a discussion about something.
Don't make yourself dumb. But also don't be a know-it-all. Accept if a man is right, especially if you like him.
Tips
Tips
Follow these steps, but don't try to be someone you're not! Unless you are hairy, in which case you should probably change a little.
Shower daily, wash your face twice a day, brush and floss your teeth twice a day, and use deodorant!
Be organized and neat with your things. This is a feminine trait (have you noticed that all men are sloppy?) Having a pigsty of a dorm/apartment/house has never been girly.
Meryl's comment: Uh--oh!
Confidence isn't about using a bold tone of voice or always appearing happy and solid. To be genuine, confidence must be about knowing yourself really well and being brave enough to be yourself in public without being pushy, defensive, or embarrassed. It takes a long time. But stick in there, girlfriend.
Another important point is that you should love yourself, just the way you are.
I take back that last point. Be the change you want to see in your life.
***
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Thursday, February 28, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Butterfly Kisses
My Dad will be with me during my wedding. I am so happy that he'll be by my side as he walks me down the aisle. My dad has been my partner in crime and constant companion through the years. What more can I ask for?
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