I realized that I haven’t written in a loooooong time. 
Thought of abandoning the blog completely but writing’s my first love. It’s actually the last day of January and my first entry for 2012. What’s new you might ask? Well, I turned 28 last Jan 9 and to tell the truth, I’m dreading the big 30. Aaaacckkk! I can’t believe that would be in two years time. But, I’m feeling blissful as well because my kid would turn 2 by that time too! Yes, I’m on the family way and it’s not really easy. I’ve been on bed rest for a month now and it’s killing my back and my head hurts most of the time but I’m not complaining, I’m embracing this whole heartedly. So little one, please hang in there. Mama and Daddy’s so excited to see you.
Okay, those were my thoughts a few months back and I really haven’t gotten the chance to ever finish it. Well, you somehow get the picture in my head at that time. In just a span of almost 3 months, how my life changed. Motherhood is taking every inch of me. It’s not so easy for me, unfortunately. I have a (very sluggishly) growing cyst in my right ovary, I have gestational diabetes so now I take Insulin 5x a day, I lack Iodine and Vitamin D and I also do have a low lying placenta so I still experience spotting from time to time. Because of these, I also have a lot of fears. I take extra care all the time, things seem to matter more. But the one thing that takes all these worries away is the thought of holding our baby a few months from now. Lately, I’m comforted and really moved to tears every time I feel the baby kick in my tummy. Everyday just seems so worth it. The sites I visit online is gradually changing as well. Before, I like to buy clothes and shoes for myself but right now, the sight of onesies, booties, cute leggings fascinate me. 
I spend hours reading about motherhood and anything related to it.
A few weeks ago, my endocrinologist told me that after I give birth, I will have to take maintenance vitamins for diabetes. Right now, I really don’t mind because I’m thinking that’s okay because I have the best thing in the world. I’m just brimming with positivity! Oh, the joys of motherhood!
What makes everything all the more blissful is knowing that I have a good support system. How did I ever get so lucky finding an amazing husband who’s been so patient, hardworking, understanding and so loving. I just know he’s going to be a great dad as well. My parents especially my mom who takes great care of me and Saab. She cooks for me and she’s also the one who injects my insulin. Of course, all these greatness and my strength comes from the One above. What a happy state to be in.
Meanwhile, I’m sharing the latest ultrasound pics of Mikaela Louise or Saab for short (it’s a compromise since Mark doesn’t really like Isabella)
Can you see her long legs?
Her head and spine
She’s a little Liz
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I’m just excited to fix our own place next year. Mark and I have all these ideas already and just imagining our little cozy home makes me so giddy. Since we started discussing about the renovation, I can’t stop thinking of getting stuff from Heima (libre lang mangarap) I just don’t get tired browsing through their site and just daydreaming. Haha! They recently unveiled their latest collection and I just fell in love more. Well, let me show you some of the many awesome and chic stuff you can find in their shop.
Brilliant, right?
Know where to reach them
www.heimastore.com
facebook.com/iloveheima
heimastore.tumblr.com
twitter.com/heimastore.com
flickr.com/photos/heimastore
paperclub.tumblr.com ( coming soon )
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I have this thing for _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .
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For those watching the series, you’re well familiar with the episode. Like you, the ending performance struck me. I’m way beyond my teens but if I were to wear the white shirt and print some words on it, mine would probably say “NOT ENOUGH”:D. Growing up, I had some struggles being a teen in an exclusive school where it matters that you’re pretty and cool. Well, I kept a low profile, and didn’t make a big fuss out of it. So I have to say that back then, I’m not pretty enough, not cool enough, not smart enough, can’t sing good enough and can’t write good enough. I wear glasses and I was a klutz.
Over the years, I tend to accept the imperfections. I somehow built some confidence and believed in myself. I’m not saying that now I’m way above everybody else. I still have to find where I’m “good enough” and make the most out of it. For now, I wear my shirt and wear it proud because I’m making the most out of ME.Nevermind the flaws, it’s what keeps me grounded. Born this way, baby!
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Kath and I were seriously (this WILL push through, fingers crossed) talking about visiting Kash in KL next year. I’m really excited and my little happy travelling feet is oh so giddy as well My happiness doubled when my sister suggested we drop by Singapore before heading to KL and so I searched for guesthouses in SG and just look at what I found. Lovely, I’d say
Not much photos are in the site but the rooms are nice
I’m keeping this for future reference.
http://www.thehivebackpackers.com/aboutus.html
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My family rarely go out these days so when my mom told us we’re going out and spend the Sunday together, I was ecstatic! Mark and I brought Barty and Fifi with us to take awesome photos of this momentous getaway! Well, we were in Marikina. We drove there one Sunday in September and visited Our Lady of the Abandoned Church and Kapitan Moy Restaurant. Here are the photos:
I know I haven’t been writing a lot lately and filled up the blog space with a lot more photos. The past months were like a rollercoaster ride. I really love the out of town trips and the photography stints our little business had been doing. Of course all the time I spent with the hubby were always fun and learning experiences as well. Seriously, everything’s been going great. Well, okay, maybe I’m shoving some of the bad memories at the back of my head because I definitely don’t want them messing around so it’s best to keep it in a safe room and just remember the lesson it forced me to learn.
Sometimes, life’s been going so great, I’m afraid something will suddenly go wrong. That’s the paranoid in me speaking.
Who can forget the best family and set of friends one can ever have? They’re blessings to me and I live and breathe because of these people. Simply put, I love LOVE!
I narrated things in general and life’s not all sunshiny but all is well.
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Soon, this will really materialize. Elle and I had fun arranging and selling our stuff a week ago at the Rockwell Tent. We joined this Woman Power Bazaar. A lot of other sellers joined too plus there were activities for parents. We sold some pieces and enjoyed the time answering queries and selling some of the stuff. Here are some of our loot.
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A week ago, we celebrated Tei’s birthday here at the house. Surprisingly, beyond his hectic schedule, Norms was here too to celebrate with us. While I was browsing his laptop, I remembered asking if he still has the copy of the souvenir video I made and gave as a gift to them on our college graduation. I was lucky because he’s got it in his laptop. It was really a laugh trip watching this again and I miss the good ol happy times. Look at how “totoy” Mark looked or how Blas is always being funny. Hahaha! Please, I was young then so pardon my cheesiness.
