The Benefits of Oregano
Oregano (Scientific name: Origanum vulgare) is also known as Wild Marjoram, Mountain Mint, Origanum, Wintersweet and Winter Marjoram.
Hand of Hope: Samuel Alexander Armas
A picture began circulating in November. It should be "The Picture of the Year," or perhaps, "Picture of the Decade." It won't be. In fact, unless you obtained a copy of the paper, you probably will never see it.
Tracey Connelley, Baby P's Evil Mom, Shows NO Remorse
I have never been affected by any story as much as Baby P's story has affected me. Yesterday evening, I found myself sobbing twice! I just can't get over the sheer horror of the story.
Baby P's Murderers -- Why Are They Being Protected?
In my country, it has never happened before that the media and the people have been forbidden to actually reveal the names and faces of TC and SB, the murderers of Baby P.
That Winter The Wind Blows Finale: Did Oh Soo Die?
Over the holy week break, I spent the entire four days just watching the 15 episodes of this Korean show. Yes, I am a self-confessed Korean drama addict. I already have my favorite actors and actresses; albeit, I don’t know their names.
Dec 16, 2012
Old Lady Vajayjay Day
Nov 25, 2012
Nov 13, 2012
Nov 8, 2012
Paige Bagged The Gold
Video is not that great though. Its awful and its cut abruptly.
Oct 31, 2012
Oct 21, 2012
The Cockroach Story
One night, I was watching TV and Riley was playing by the window.
When suddenly a cockroach flew in and landed on her head.
I started screaming and screaming like a raving lunatic, "Aaaaaaaagh!!!"
This startled Riley so she ran towards me. I frantically looked for the cockroach on her head, but I couldn't find it.
I breathed a sigh of relief and wondered, "Where did it go?"
On cue, Riley held the cockroach in front of my face. Apparently, she caught it and just held on to it.
It felt like the damn thing was staring at me. I started screaming again. She let go of it, and I grabbed a book and crushed the disgusting creature to death.
This kid is definitely something else. She's not at all afraids of bugs - crawling or flying. She thinks it's fun to catch them.
Meanwhile Paige is afraid of every creature that moves including lizards and very, very small spiders.
Oct 12, 2012
Drowning
Once again, I bit off more than I can chew. I am barely sleeping. And god, I miss you.
Sep 30, 2012
His and Mine
It sucks when your husband's thighs are skinnier and fairer than yours. I also have more hair. It's like I'm the Missing Link to the Human Evolution or maybe I'm Bigfoot with amnesia.
Sep 29, 2012
Just Give Me a Reason by Pink
I have been playing Pink's The Truth About Love album nonstop. I'm addicted. This is one of my favorites. I love every song in the album but I love singing along with this.
I am so in-love with her. I'd be a lesbian for her. :)
Sep 22, 2012
Sep 18, 2012
Kabute
There are some people who pop in and out of your life with no regard to how you'd feel when they appear and eventually leave. People like that exist and they're one of the most cruel human beings who ever walked the face of the earth.
I exaggerate, of course.
It's just that I realize I have a lot of that kind of people in my life.
You're one of them.
Sep 16, 2012
Fiesta 2012
It's exactly 12:27 in the morning. I'm sitting at the balcony, listening to a friend, complaining about her boyfriend.
The mosquitoes are very happy. I'm their free buffet and it's about to rain again. Life.
Sep 14, 2012
Crappy Day
I think the weather suits my mood. I am feeling absolutely crappy. just plain shitty.
Sep 3, 2012
Rooftop Prince: The Ending Sucked!
This time it sucked big time. I am crying my eyes out and it's because of that blasted Korean drama - Rooftop Prince. I absolutely hate the ending.
I don't even understand why that stupid Prince didn't even realize that it wasn't his wife who died in the first place. Didn't he bother to look at the face of the floating corpse when they fished it out of the water? it's so freaking stupid! I can't believe how stupid the ending was!
Jul 19, 2012
Because It Only Happens to Me
I turned around and pretended I didn't see him.
Jul 9, 2012
Got My Mojo Back
Jul 8, 2012
Banned from Mexicali
Off My Bucket List
Tinay and Tin were posers! Did you read that Tinapay? You should have sung! Oh, I forgot you did! :))
Jul 7, 2012
An Open Letter to Teacher Mots of Teacher's Pwet
It's just sad that you are already taken. My friend has a HUGE crush on you. You seriously have an awesome effect on her.
Sincerely,
ME
P.S. I know I am doing a poor job on "marketing" my friend right now, but I doubt it if your girlfriend would appreciate this blog post.
P.P.S. You have got to admit this is flattering though. As you would say, la lungs. :)
An Ordinary Life
Jun 7, 2012
Sssshhhh...
May 16, 2012
Apr 30, 2012
Apr 29, 2012
Mobile Blog
Mar 23, 2012
Mar 20, 2012
If You Forget Me by Pablo Neruda
Well, at least until I forgot about this poem
and sometimes, forget about you too.
You know how this is:
if I look
at the crystal moon, at the red branch
of the slow autumn at my window,
if I touch
near the fire
the impalpable ash
or the wrinkled body of the log,
everything carries me to you,
as if everything that exists,
aromas, light, metals,
were little boats
that sail
toward those isles of yours that wait for me.
Mar 15, 2012
I'm 32 Today.
Mar 8, 2012
Ranting: 03.08.2012
God, I'm so tired. I am not cut out for this. I've realized that I do not EVER want to be a businesswoman. Erbe revels on this however, but I hate it. I HATE IT. I hate waking up early and I hate sleeping late. I hate dealing with people and worrying, constantly worrying. The thing is Erbe loves this, but I end up with the ugly tasks, mostly scolding people. I don't know how many times I've scolded people the past few days. People have come to hate me. When I used to be "Tere", now I'm "Ma'am". See? That's how bad it is! They do not smile at me anymore. They try to avoid me. God.
Meanwhile, they like Erbe. My husband hates confrontation. He is generally one of the kindest souls in the planet. He doesn't speak ill of people. He likes to find the best in people. So, he hates confrontation and he hates scolding people and because I'm quite good at being the ultimate bitch, I do the dirty job. I hate it.
I wish Daddy will just get better soon. I am so fucking worried. I cried at the drop of a hat. I am so stressed out I've taken a bath three times today because bathing makes me feel good. I really need a break.
Mar 3, 2012
Staring At The Monster
Sometimes, bad things happen to people you love. Often you'd find yourself pretending that it's not really "that bad" or that the monster will just go away. Sometimes, you end up with a really stubborn one that refuses to let go.
And then, for a single second, it happens. You find yourself staring at the same truth that you've been trying to ignore.
I'm staring at that now.
My daddy is sick. He's not perfect, but he's my father. He has his eccentricities, but he taught me one thing � faith, absolute faith in God.
And it's that same faith that I'm holding on to right now. I'm worried. I'm really worried. He has been sick for months now. He told me, however, that God will heal him. He does not doubt that at all.
So, I should do the same. But I'm still worried because sometimes, God has other plans. Sometimes, God sees things differently.
So, I'll stay right here, staring at my monster, hoping it won't open its mouth and eat me alive.
Feb 29, 2012
Random Thought: 02.29.12
I feel sad. I don't know why but I do. Here I am, idly tapping on the keyboards. I still can't use my left hand properly. The damn cut still hurts, so I still have to rely heavily on my right hand.
I really do not know what to say. I just want to write and let my thoughts run. It does not matter where they end. I have been feeling sad since my parents decided to seek treatment for Daddy in Manila. He has been sick for four months now and the doctors here do not know what to do with him.
We have been to three doctors and none of them have been able to provide him with the right treatment plan. It is depressing. We have decided that the best course of action is to just throw the third finger at the doctors here and just go to Manila. I cannot accompany them however. My mother actually wants me to go with Daddy, but he wants her to go with him.
I wish he would just get better. It is so sad to see him like this, sick all the time. And it's his birthday today. :(
Feb 26, 2012
On First Loves
First love is the first time we deal with all sorts of emotion - angst, adoration, fascination, lust, anxiety, sadness that know no end. It's a roller coaster ride. It's the first person you shared deep connection with both on an emotional and physical level. You cannot live without them. You feel alive. It's consuming. It's fantastic. And then suddenly, it ends. Just like that. The best thing that ever happened to you - is gone.
Jan 26, 2012
Jan 23, 2012
My Little Girl Has a Crush
Paige has seemingly developed a crush for this little boy in our neighborhood. As her mother, I would have probably just shrugged it off IF the boy were even remotely adorable, but he's not. And that is the understatement of the year. The poor little boy has not seen a bucket of water in days! He's dirty. He's often walking barefoot and he is always, always buck naked! Yep, his little twiggy is wagging for all the world to see. So, you can just imagine our reaction when we heard Paige's neighborhood bestfriend telling the little boy, "I love you daa sabi ni Paige."
I was amused and a little dismayed, but Erbe's reaction was hilarious! He started critizing our little girl's crush. Which prompted Paige to declare, "Di dai na lugod ako ma-boyfriend!" Erbe retorted back, "Kung ito man lang talaga iboyboyfriend mo, talagang dai na!Dai man lamang karakarigos!" I found the whole exchange hilarious. But my little girl was devastated not to have the support of her Papa.
Just look at Paige's reaction.
The other day, I was calling Paige and she said, "May kakaulayun ako mama." Kakaulayun. The word is amusing which got me curious, "Sisay kakaulayun mo?" She didn't answer. Bek, however, was standing next to her and she told me, "Hinahalat baga ate katong crush niya dian sa luwas." This enraged Paige who started crying and screaming.
I had to bite my lips to keep myself from laughing. And I called her for a fairly short conversation about crushes and naked boys. :)