Only me..

So last night I locked myself out of the condo last night... had to wait for mom to come and let me back in.. thank god she doesn't live too far away from me. my emergency person wasn't home. i will now carry my cell phone with me at ALL times.

roller coaster...

Life is strange sometimes.. you are constantly on a roller coaster and you don't know how long you are going to be going up and down.. turned side to side or if it's going to be straight for a little bit. the straight away is always nice but i guess in order to learn and grow you need the ups, downs, left and rights. so right now i am going on a up and down part phase of my life. but it seems like i am always on that part. but honestly it's okay because i know in the end it will be okay. sometimes it is hard to go through and i wonder why i have to go through it. but in the end i always feel stronger and closer to whomever i go through it with.

Choices...

So I am thinking about how my life is and life in general. I am a true believer in fate/destiny.. but when we are faced with two or more paths to take and we choice one over the other/s.. is it really us choosing the path or are we somewhat lead onto the path we are about to go on? or no matter what fate is going to guide us to go through it one way or another.. it may not be today or the next day but we'll somehow go the way that fate wants...

On Boys.... i am a firm believer that when you are in a relationship you learn more and grow. for instance when my ex cheated on me - i learned the signs so that i would know that the next guy is not right for me. but by that person doing that action it helped make me a stronger person. and i learned how to heal from the emotional pain. and that i deserve better and that he just wasn't the right person for me. but he was a better friend than boyfriend. i didn't want to lose him as a friend because we were friends first and he really knew me. then there was the guy that helped me learn that i don't need to go out all the time. it's nice to stay home - cuz i am not missing anything. the party scene will always be there. and that there was someone out there could appreciate me. he loved the lame things that i did. he thought i was funny. but turned out that he and his friends had a lot of growing up to do.. even if he was older than me and that i wasn't the right girl for him. but he helped me grow up and appreciate 'my time alone'. and also that family is important and to appreciate having them. and of course in between there were guys that came and went in my life.. but there was one that also was there for me.. he waited patiently while i grew up and experienced life.. he introduced me to different kinds of food (not to mention SPICY). he taught me that love is unconditional. he loves me for me.. he pretty much knows me inside and out and still is there for me.. with all my bad habbits and roller coaster of a life that i gave him he still proposed and we have been married for a little over two years.. and he bought me the best birthday present ever last year. what you ask? he bought me my very first puppy ever.. my very own and we even picked her out together. he isn't just my husband but my very best friend... fate made it so that i would go through all the ups and downs with the other boys so that i would cherish and appreciate what i have now. and boy do i ever. he is one of the best things that walked into my life. :-D love you hubby.

friends.. i believe that there are different kinds of friends.. the ones that only come and go out of your life is because you both are helping each other through whatever that is going on currently. then there are the friends like L and S the ones that are in it for the long run.. the ones you can call sisters. the ones that know you inside and out as well and still love you. of course we don't share everything but most everything.. they are the ones that when you go through something in life whether it be good or bad they too are feeling what you are. as well as the other way around. they are the ones that you know even if they get on your nerves and you get on there's that it'll be cool the next day.. or if not that you know you can talk about it and smooth everything over. they are apart of you.. the ones that if something good happens to they are the ones to call (or bad). then there are ones like B.. from just being co-workers to having a real friendship.. the one you can ask to go to lunch with or walks.. and have nice conversations with. the one that you know you can share secrets with and know that you can still trust... the one you find that you have some things in common with and can't explain why you just like hanging out together. then there are other friends that you have known for years and can get together with as if no time has passed because you are just catching up and enjoying each other's company... i have a lot of friends like this.. i know it's not either of our faulta that we can't always see, talk, chat on im or email a lot but we are cool like that. they know i love and care for them and i hope it is the same for them to me. then there are friends that you just don't have anything in common with and you both just give up on the friendship.. that's okay too because we are going on different paths and will hopefully meet again later on in life. no hard feelings just a shame that we can't still go through life together.

Family.. need i say more.

Christmas Gifts..

I love giving gifts.. I may actually like shopping for other people more than getting gifts. I work really hard at thinking what a person would want and not giving out just random things.. but i maybe guilty of it sometimes. Although, it is hard when you are trying to make sure that you don't forget someone... But that's what christmas cookies are for.. My little sis and I will be baking some cookies to give out as gifts too.. Now I am so not the kind of person that buys premade cookies.. that's cheating - we are actually making our own cookies.. To me that's kind of cheesy too.. but if someone likes doing it that way more power to them.. for instance that is how my mom cooks. but i like to actually shift the flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder and so on. Plus I feel like I worked more on the gift.

I am pretty much done if not i already have in mind what i want to get.. just too lazy to go to the mall and buy it. the mall is a ZOO!!!

Do I?

So I am currently going through a trying time in my life.. That's too personal to write about but I should be okay with whatever the turn out is. But it has made me think about who I am and what I want to be remembered as.

I have always felt that even if I have just met you, we were friends, friends, ex boyfriends or whatever that I have made a difference in your life. That I somehow helped make you a better person.. I left my 'positive mark' in your life. And lately I am questioning if I have really done that. So from this point on I will try to do as I hope to have done. How you wonder.. I don't know myself but I figure with each person and situation I will hopefully know what to do.

And the other thing that has crossed my mind is that i want to be a better person, wife, friend, sister, daughter, grand-daughter and so on.. And I feel that I have been working on this each and every day. I am learning from my mistakes.. For instance, my short temper I am working on and feel that I am better. I try to understand each person and where they are coming from. I try respecting each person's decision even if I don't neccessarily agree with them.. But it's their live and they need to go through whatever it is that they need to. I can't protect the world or them. I just want them to know that I am there no matter what. But of course I still give my opinion and it's up to them if they want to take it or not.. I don't push my beliefs on other people. I love feedback.. So I try to remember that when someone is telling me something about myself to understand that is how they feel and what they are thinking. It's all about respect, understanding, love, and so on. But I know that I really need to practice this more with my husband, mom and sister.. they tend to annoy me the most and I know they are the ones that i should be otherwise to... I am a work in progress and know that I will always be.. Because if I thought I was perfect then I wouldn't learn anything new.. and that would be BORING...

Just my thoughts for today.

Holidays!!

I love the holidays.. But mostly Christmas... I love how most everyone gets to open presents. It's not like a birthday where only one person does but we all get to open presents. I love that we get to spend time with family..

Unfortunately, nowadays it's hard because my hubby's family has started celebrating the holidays. So how do we do it? I have my mom's, dad's and now theirs. I guess we can do breakfast with his family. Because lunch and dinner is usually with both of my parents. I guess if my parents were still together that would make it a lot easier but they aren't. And i can't see myself not seeing my family for the holidays.. they make the best foods and i don't know how to compromise on this. I guess if they didn't live so close it would be easier. But from what we've been doing lately is lunch with my mom and family.. Then I would go to dad's with my sister and her boyfriend. And he would go to his family dinner.. We'd just represent each other. But now that we have a baby on the way I don't know if I like that idea.. I am wondering if I could convince one of the families to do the eve.. Either way I still LOVE the holidays and wouldn't trade it for anything.

What Oprah had to say about men..

I read this and knew that I had to share this with someone...

HEAR WHAT OPRAH HAD TO SAY ABOUT MEN

If a man wants you, nothing can keep him away.
If he doesn't want you, nothing can make him stay.
Stop making excuses for a man and his behavior.
Allow your intuition (or spirit) to save you from heartache.
Stop trying to change yourself for a relationship that's not meant to
be. Slower is better. Never live your life for a man before you find
what makes you truly happy. If a relationship ends because the man was
not treating you as you deserve then heck no, you can't "be friends". A
friend wouldn't mistreat a friend. Don't settle. If you feel like he is
stringing you along, then he probably is. Don't stay because you think
"it will get better." You'll be mad at yourself a year later for staying
when things are not better. The only person you can control in a
relationship is you. Avoid men who've got a bunch of children by a bunch
of different women. He didn't marry them when he got them pregnant, why
would he treat you any differently? Always have your own set of friends
separate from his. Maintain boundaries in how a guy treats you. If
something bothers you, speak up. Never let a man know everything. He
will use it against you later. You cannot change a man's behavior.
Change comes from within. Don't EVER make him feel he is more important
than you are... even if he has more education or in a better job. Do not
make him into a quasi-god. He is a man, nothing more nothing less. Never
let a man define who you are. Never borrow someone else's man. If he
cheated with you, he'll cheat on you. A man will only treat you the way
you ALLOW him to treat you. All men are NOT dogs. You should not be the
one doing all the bending... compromise is two way street. You need time
to heal between relationships... there is nothing cute about baggage...
Deal with your issues before pursuing a new relationship You should
never look for someone to COMPLETE you... a relationship consists! of
two WHOLE individuals... look for someone complimentary... not
supplementary. Dating is fun... even if he doesn't turn out to be Mr.
Right.
Make him miss you sometimes... when a man always know where! You are,
and you're always readily available to him - he takes it for granted.
Never move into his mother's house. Never co-sign for a man. Don't fully
commit to a man who doesn't give you everything that you need. Keep him
in your radar but get to know others. Share this with other women and
men (just so they know)... You'll make someone smile, another rethink
her/his choices, and another woman prepare, and a man aware.

People come and go..

So as I get older I am noticing that I tend to not waste time trying to make friends.. Like I did when I was younger. Not to say that I won't make a new friend here or there. But I won't go out just to meet new people. I am very happy where I am in life. And can say that I appreciate all my friends and family that I have. I am content with being home watching or reading a good book with Belle. Or hanging out with a friend/s. I don't need to go to the latest bar or club anymore to have fun. I have or awhile now know that you don't need to always go out. I am not missing anything. Before going to a club 10 years ago hasn't changed from now a days.. Music so loud that you can't have a conversation... Girls trying to see who can dress the 'sexest' (if you consider teenie-bopper sexy) style. Creppy guys checking you out to being pushed back and forth cuz you are small. I rather go to a coffee shop and have a real conversation and see how someone is doing. Not that I am knocking anyone who still does it - to each his own. I just choose to have a more low key lifestyle... But I won't turn away a party night in VEGAS... ;-P

Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween to everyone!! Now I am getting really excited because I have been dying to decorate our place for xmas.. i think i may start this week!! I love christmas...

3's a crowd... so not true!!

I am sure that everyone has heard of Threes a Crowd... well i can honestly say that L, S and I can prove it wrong for the most part. yes sometimes one person may feel left out but majority of the time we all make our effort not to leave anyone out. it is hard to maintain a friendship when there are 3 people involved. But as long as you include everyone and honestly keep communicating it's all good. I am a middle child and grew up that everyone is treated equal. On the other hand L and S are both only child... So they are moreso on the one on one time with each person. I just feel that by doing that you are making the other person feel left out. So I try to keep us together by doing things together. Which seems to be working..

Friends and the opposite sex...

Just a thought but why is it that friends always say they 'value' your opinion.. And when it comes down to it (at least in the other sex department) they don't really listen to you? They ask you what you think and they still are with the person.. Why bother asking me if it comes down to it where you honestly will do whatever you want???? I just rather have you not ask me and let me think that my opinion means something.... but the sad thing is that i feel that my relationship with this friend is not as close now.. then again we aren't usually as close when she does have a boyfriend. but to be honest the last one and current real boyfriend - i don't think too highly of. i mean i am happy for her because she is happy but there is just something i don't like about this guy.. and sometimes the way he treats her and what he says is so uncalled for. but i have to remind myself that it's not my boyfriend. i guess i just feel that she is someone really close to me and someone i respected a lot and that she deserves the best. and when i see her take s$%t from boys it just changes my opinion of her. because she is such a strong minded person.

Blah Monday..

This weekend was nice because I got to see my dad, step-mom and obachan (aka - grandmother). we all went to dinner along with hubby, sister and her boyfriend. we celebrated our birthdays.. july, august and sept. but yesterday i got to go grocery shoping, cook dinner and watch desperate housewives with s and l. gotta love those do nothing relaxing weekends!!

Why is it when we get older and married.. that it's harder to spend time with everyone??? I really haven't seen my in-laws since maybe july!!! and i haven't seen my dad since july 4th. and let's not even talk about friends. it just seems like there aren't enough days in the week.. :-P but even if i don't see or talk to them - i do think about everyone and hope that everyone is healthy and happy.

Sunny Monday...

The one thing that I love about California is that the weather is unpredictable.. But in a great way because the mornings can be cloudy and dark.. then by the afternoon the sun has come out and the air is either warm, just right, or crisp.... I like this time of year because the sun is out but it's cooler so you aren't sweating. I don't think I can ever handle the 4 seasons that most other states have to deal with. I also love the fact that there are so many different kinds of places to eat at. I would never trade living in the bay area for anything... But I love to go to other places and see how other people live..

Cloudy Days = lazy days

Why is it that on cloudy days you just want to do nothing? Right now it's cloudy outside and all i want to do is climb back into bed. I don't feel like working out today...

But thank god for work because I will be keep busy and on my toes. Maybe since I am usually one of the first 10 people to come into work and it being quiet. But it is also nice to be able to read and respond to email without being interupted. And being able to take care of a lot more items. I am a big check list person. If you watch Friends and remember that episode where they are going to Europe for Ross's wedding. And Monica says something that she needed to do and then says check that is so me. I like to write a list of 'to dos' and check them off.

Little kid again..

Why is it that Disneyland can make any kid - big or small so excited? I have butterflies in my tummy about going. Maybe it's cuz it's the only place that a grown person can act like a child? Well aside from just being excited about going to Disneyland we are going to watch the fireworks. I hear that it is amazing! I can not wait to see for myself. Not sure what to expect but I hear that there is a great story that goes along with the fireworks and the person talking is Julie Andrews!! Mary Poppins herself.

Best Buddy for life..

This morning I looked over to the left side of the bed and realized something.. I love being married to my best buddy in the whole wide world. I never thought I would feel this way about being married. It's nice to know that I always have someone to hang out with and vice versa. Or that he is the most wonderful hubby sometimes.. Because he is very understand (most times), loving, fun, serious when need be, my rock and encourages me to hang out with friends.. doesn't expect me to be with him at ALL times... And I feel the same way. I love the fact that when we go to dinner we can talk about the day, about work or anything.. but also we don't have to say a word. I love the fact that we enjoy eating the same food and if i don't like it he'll eat and same for him. I love the fact that our families both love us and that for the we all get along.

I do wish that we could see his family more.. Because my nephews and sister know him but I don't think that his niece and nephew really know me. Plus his mom is definitely one of the BEST cooks i know. I sure do miss her cooking.

30 and enjoying life

Some people dread the day they turn 30 or think that 30 is old.. Which I must admit I was one of 'those' people when I was in my late teens and even early 20's. But I am happy to be 30 and so enjoying my life. I feel that I am wiser and more go with the flow than i was 10 years ago... Plus my friends and i enjoy telling stories about the past.. We laugh so hard about it all... :-D

Barnes and Noble

Not sure is this was true or not but still wanted to warn you mommies out there:

I was in Barnes and Noble bookstore this evening around 8pm in the children's section with Ryan. He was sitting at a round kids table and I was looking at books within 3-4 feet from him. All of a sudden this young guy darts in the children's area right toward RYAN. He must not have seen me from the angle he was approaching Ryan. I felt a weird feeling, not sure if he was looking for his kid or he was out of place--- so I darted right in front of him JUST BEFORE HE GOT TO RYAN!!! Looking confused he went out of the children's area back into the store. He did not make eye contact with me or make any comment. I told a sales associate right away, and they said he had been hanging out near the children's area ALL night. I did not want Ryan to be scared or just in case this guy was mentally ill (who knows what people are capable of..) I took Ryan's hand and told him mommy was going to get a magazine then we were going home. I picked up a magazine and kept an eye out for him.I went to the checkout stand and I saw him move from the back of the store to the front. I told the clerk to walk me out because I did not feel safe. For some reason I felt that if I grabbed Ryan and ran out it may be risky, so the manager was watching him and I tried to act normal.

I put some music on in the car so Ryan would not hear me call the police. The officer said she just missed him and she was very frustrated the store did not call the police. She and I spoke for awhile --and she was saying it is not uncommon for a sexual predator/ kidnapper to hang out in bookstores and especially places like "the jungle" & water parks.

This guy was in his 30's kind of nerdy looking in shorts a tee and tennis shoes. He was wearing reading glasses and had greasy, shaggy
hair. I am trying to remain calm and be thankful Ryan is safe. For a person to be that brazen would lead me to think his intent was kidnapping.

NEVER have a false sense of security, even when there are other moms and children around.

What's a girl to do?

I know some girls are totally into clothes and shoes.. But my things are make-up (not that I wear it), skin care, purses and wallets... I just can't seem to get enough. Although I have been really good about not buying my expensive brands for the last 2 years... But I love to go and look at them.. And if there is a make up event with one of the brands that I like I am so there.. But why? I don't need anymore? But why am I always looking for something better?

Picture again..

let's try again... geez i suck at this.

Recovering and Vegas Baby...

I guess I will have to post another one for some reason that last post I wrote disappeared.. So I guess this will be another short one..

So most of last week I was trying to get over this cold that I had.. So I was basically miserable. Then Thursday off to Vegas.. didn't really gamble but shopped a lot!! On the last day I decided to just suck it up and purchase a little something for me:

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And Monday we celebrated our 2nd wedding anniversary.. :-D I can't believe it's been 2 years that we've been married. I never thought I would enjoy being married as much as I have and that I love knowing that I will be with him for the rest of my life.. Being with one person always used to scare the lights out of me... Let alone being in a serious relationship. I never really let anyone into my life before - I mean completely.

I miss my friend Beatrice cuz we usually talk or see each other but since I have been sick I really haven't talked to her. Hopefully we'll get to go for another walk this week. :-D

Belle got into something when we weren't home... She just wants a friend to play with.

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Camera time...

so i have camera on my mind.. i just want a simple and small digital camera that i can put in all my purses.. i have been looking at the Canon PowerShot since they are now slimmer and seem easy to use. and also i don't have to constantly buy AA batteries.. the canon powershot has a rechargable battery. how nice is that.. it's been awhile since i have had that. but do i really need one? i am such a guy when it comes to electronical stuff.. i just LOVE gadgets!!! who can't appreciate the latest and greatest.. especially if they make them smaller and cutier...

Another Great Birthday...

thursday after work i got home to a really pretty flower arrangement from L. a really cute dog wagging her tail and happy to see me. and as I walked into my room I spot a nice size gucci bag.. My wonderful hubby had bought me a really cute brown messenger bag. And two really thoughtful cards. one from dave and the other from belle. and to top that off dave drew me a bath and took me to get a massage.

Friday we went to dinner with the family last night to celebrate baby and my birthday!! :-D it's always nice see my family.

You know everyday should be a celebration of your birth. And i should be happy that everyone close to me is healthy and close where we can see each other as often as we want. because some people don't live driving distance away from each other. but the one thing that i am grateful for is that i get to know my grandparents everyday. i am lucky that all three of my grandparents are alive.. and that even if my dad's dad (my ojichan) past away when i was in third grade at least i got to know him. and that i know he is with me everyday watching over me with mike. and that he knows that he will ALWAYS be in my heart. I hope that i have affected people like this. that i have touched people that i have meet even if it was for a brief moment.

2 more days..

so it's two more days until my birthday!! i literally can't wait! this year for my birthday dave will be taking me on a trip for my birthday.. and maybe i will be able to get a present while we are there.. wherever that may be.. :-D

this friday for lunch i am going with Beatrice to celebrate our birthdays!! how cool is that to have a birthday right after each other. it's rare to make a friend at your work place because I am normally one that goes to work and does her own thing and then goes home. but it sure is nice to have a friend or two.

So I really need to think of more items that I want to accomplish by end of this year...

Cupertino Library

I can't believe it.. When did it happen???

The Cupertino Library is high Tech.. Are all libraries like this? I just got back from going to the Library with a friend and there are computers set up so that you can check out book and DVDs yourself. First I am surprised that you can borrow DVDs from the library and amazed that you can check it out yourself!!! I think that's great and can't wait to borrow my first book. I haven't gone to the library in almost 6-7 years!!! But now that I am on this 'i want to save money' phase and use it for where it needs to be..

Why is it...

Why is it that people ask you when are you going to get married? So you and your boyfriend finally get engaged and than finally get married.. But then right away why is it that people ask when are you going to have babies??? I can't understand don't you want the married couple to enjoy the fact that they are married?

So for my birthday last year hubby bought me a doggie for my birthday.. so at least this way when people ask me I say I do have a baby and her name is Belle.. :-P But shouldn't people be proud of the fact that we are doing things what we feel are right? We got engaged, moved out to an apartment, got married, bought a place of our own, have a dog (so that makes us a family of 2.5) and want to enjoy our married life and travel first. I know that having a child is a lot of responsibility. I just say in a couple of years.. And the next response is you aren't getting any younger.. Yeah so what I am turning 30 in 10 more days.. but people are having children later on in life. So give me a break.

Nice weekend..

so went bowling with some friends on friday nite.. let me start by saying that i suck i normally am very happy when i break 100. and haven't bowled in over 2-3 years at least! so to my surprise the first game i went over 100 and the second i not only got a TURKEY but i bowled 163!!! wth?

the rest of the weekend was spent either cleaning the condo cuz family was coming over on monday or hanging out with family. saturday the hubby and i spent a little bit of time before he had to go into work. so i was happy with that.

Countdown cont' til i turn 30.. i have 16 more days to say that i am 20 something.. i can't believe that i am going to be 30 already. i don't even feel that i have accomplished a lot in my life yet.. i better get a move on it.

Work..

Why is it that when you are an admin for a group of people that sometimes it feels as though people don't appreciate you. i know that there are some people that are thankful for the little to big items that i do for them.. but sometimes it would be nice to hear a thanks.. or here's a gift certificate for a spa, mall, flowers or something to say thanks too. they seem to forget about me on holidays and 'admin' day.

but i guess i should be thankful that i have a job. healthy, good friends, family, and so on..

Countdown.. 27 more days

So it's 27 more days until I turn the BIG 3-0! I know most people dread being 30 or even hate saying that they are 30 years old. But for me I want to embrass it as some of the few that are with me. I feel that turning 30 is just a number but that I have done things that I am proud of and not so proud of. For instance thanks to L and C awhile ago took me skydiving for my birthday!! what fun that was cuz i have always wanted to do that.. and last year hubby and i not only bought a place but he gave me the most wonderful dog i could ask for - for my birthday... (not sure how he's going to top that one this year). i work at a more stable company that i can see myself at for awhile... all my friends and family are healthy.. i have made a couple good friends at work - who would ever imagine that.. that i can call friends and not just 'my co-worker'. i have reconnected with some really old friends that i thank god for. i married a wonderful man that tries his hardest to make me happy and would do anything for. i have two closest friends in the world that are like sisters to me and would never trade.

Things I would like to do in the next 5-10 years..

1. Visit Japan, Hong Kong, do a Europe tour, and a couple more countries i can't think of..
2. Try to see Hubby's family more... which are my family too (i am very lucky to have IL's that are so welcoming)
3. Hopefully have a baby
4. Go skydiving again
5. Drive cross country
6. Go down to lala land more to see more of hubby's family
7. find my ULTIMATE drink before i do get preggo
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Leaving some blank spots for future items.

What my birthday means....

Your Birthdate: July 21

Being born on the 21st day of the month (3 energy) is likely to add a good bit of vitality to your life. The energy of 3 allows you bounce back rapidly from setbacks, physical or mental. There is a restlessness in your nature, but you seem to be able to portray an easygoing, "couldn't care less" attitude. You have a natural ability to express yourself in public, and you always make a very good impression. Good with words, you excel in writing, speaking, and possibly singing. You are energetic and always a good conversationalist. You have a keen imagination, but you tend to scatter your energies and become involved with too may superficial matters. Your mind is practical and rational despite this tendency to jump about. You are affectionate and loving, but very sensitive. You are subject to rapid ups and downs.

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

Thank god for YOGA!!

so i went to yoga last night.. and i still feel bloated but it helped me not so crampy!! yoga is just the best thing for a body. i hope that i will be able to keep taking some sort of yoga until i am totally old and grey.. :-D but then i guess i can move onto tai chi then.

Naps aren't just for babies..

The weekend was great!! I got to go on a date with my hubby.. and we walked around santana row. spent some time with the family on sat and sun.. and in between that all i took LOTS of naps.. i can't believe how sleepy i have been..

lately i have been enjoying taking naps. not sure if that goes for everyone but when you are a baby you take lots of naps.. toddler not so much but you definitely fight it cuz you want to play.. and then definitely not really as you are in elementary school, junior high or high school.. there are just too many things to do and friends to go out with.

...... but now i LOVE my nap time.

Little ReIkO Graduates..

well today my little sister graduates from elementary school.. i can't believe how big she is and how smart this girl is. she amazes me all the time. but sometimes i wonder if she is growing up too fast. she never really seemed to play house, school or even brought anything with her to a restuarant. you know when you were little you'd bring favorite toy, doll, stuffed animal and/or some paper and pens to color while you waited for the food. but she never really has done that. and she talks more grown up - i guess this happens a lot when you are around a lot of adults.. she is the 'baby' of the family.. the baby that my mom had after getting remarried. i am so glad that she is around because i am trying to teach her things that my parents didn't.. or at least same but different.. my parents told us how we had to work for our money/allowance.. but i also do this but in turn try telling her that she should keep half to spend and the rest put aside into a savings so that she can buy something big later..

Yoga

Okay I really enjoy doing Bikram Yoga.. But I hate that it's getting so freakin' hot already i am already sweating sitting waiting for class to start.. By the half moon I am sweating like a pig!! But I guess I should not complain because it feel great after.. I am not too sure about helping me de-stress cuz i don't feel any different there.. But I definitely sleep a lot better.. The key is that I need to push myself in every pose.

Now why doesn't regular gyms offer this??? i not only have a membership at 24 but paying a monthly rate for Bikram yoga!!! how am i saving money?

I guess i need to learn to save in other areas..

Relaxing weekend..

Friday I took the day off so Hubby and i did some arrends... And we laid out by the pool - and also napped.. :-P went back home and watched a movie. then we got ready to go to a graduation and he went out with his friends.. :-D

Saturday basically lounged around the condo cuz my tummy wasn't feeling well so i just wanted to rest..

Sunday went to go for a nice walk on a trail with L and S. Ate some yummy sandwiches at Erik's deli.. Bought some groceries at cosco.. L and I decided to save some money on dinners we'd go to cosco for those 'lazy' days. (easy cookin') and we also bought some fruit.. cuz everyone can always eat some more fruit. then we went to get our hairs down..

My FrIdAy!!

Yupee today is my friday... i took tomorrow off so that i could spend some quality time with the hubby since i probably won't get to spend much time with him the rest of the weekend. :-P

Why is that even when you live with someone you really don't spend a lot of time with them? And why is it that everyone else thinks otherwise?

HeLp!!

okay i think i am officially lame.. how the heck do you reply to a post!!???!!???

Until I can figure it out.. thanks bea i will let her know.. :-P

Drew - Belle is my little doggie.. She's a maltipoo - cute little fur ball.

Last night yoga was GREAT!!! I am a bit sore in the legs but that's okay cuz i know i worked them out.

Bloated..

Why is it that women are the ones that have to go through an emotional roller coaster on a monthly basis? We not only have to go through this but we get BLOATED and so on.. Geez

Updates from the weekend..

Friday: Hung out with a friend.. And we took our doggies with us.. So we went to eat dinner at Santana Row. It was nice not worrying about Belle being home alone. :-(

Saturday: Went out for breakfast with the hubby.. Then got ready to go to a baby shower.. It was really cute the hosts did a great job. And they played games that were fun.. I am not one to play games at parties but i guess if i had to these were good. Then off to the city to get my hair done.. Which may have not been a smart thing on my part but oh well you learn from your mistakes. i just need to learn to style this monster hair that i now have... Which means that I will mostlly be straightening it until i feel more comfortable. then went to eat some yummy thai food with the hubby.

Sunday: went to my mom's place to hang out and watch my little sister... and my little sister (LS) and older one (OS) gave belle some birthday presents.. my little baby turned 1 on sunday.. so she brought special cookies to share with her cousin tanuki and hen. and the rest of the day LS and i just watched movies.. :-P i was supposed to go for a run but was way TOO lazy and sat on my butt..

Monday: work and bikram yoga!! cooked some dinner and caught up on gilmore girls.

Testin' 1-2 1-2

Okay here goes on writing my first post for Blog...

More to come when I have a second to put my thoughts down.