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..