Hi Everyone. I have abandon my blog. Just for a short time. I will get back to posting more often, as soon as I'm able.
I wanted to let you know that I'm doing Insanity workouts again. Thanks to my online coach Angie at Confessions of a Mommy jogger.
She is having a Shakeology giveaway this month. Go to her blog and find all about her and Beachbody products.
Join us on facebook to get motivated each day to do your workouts and daily exercise.
Have a fun, safe Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
November is Here!
October is Gone and November is here. With it the cold days. Last night was a windy night in my local town. Unable to sleep because the neighbor's tree branches kept hitting my bedroom window.
The rainy season is coming too. The news reporter said it this morning, they are expecting a storm coming by tomorrow.
This means husband might be off work. Or if he works he will be repairing leaks. Not good to work on rainy days.
I have lots to do here in the house. Putting away the Halloween stuff used for this past weekend. Catching up with laundry and praying that we have enough to pay all the bills.
I need to find hostesses for Tupperware parties. So that I can help husband pay the bills during this rainy season. So this means, I need to spend less time on computer. I will try to post updates on Fridays if possible.
Keep me in your prayers, Thank you. God bless you all.
The rainy season is coming too. The news reporter said it this morning, they are expecting a storm coming by tomorrow.
This means husband might be off work. Or if he works he will be repairing leaks. Not good to work on rainy days.
I have lots to do here in the house. Putting away the Halloween stuff used for this past weekend. Catching up with laundry and praying that we have enough to pay all the bills.
I need to find hostesses for Tupperware parties. So that I can help husband pay the bills during this rainy season. So this means, I need to spend less time on computer. I will try to post updates on Fridays if possible.
Keep me in your prayers, Thank you. God bless you all.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Jewelry Storage Ideas
In the past, I used a belt organizer for all her necklaces, rosaries, and school awards. For her headbands, I used a shoe box, covered with a bandana. For her bracelets. A paper towel tube covered with foil paper.
Now that she is growing into a teenager, I wanted to make it more stylish yet, not spend a lot of money.
I found this excellent idea that another Mom shared for storing her daughter's toy collection. I'm thinking of using her idea for daughters nail polish collection.
Do you have any ideas to share with me?
Half done!
A big difference from the picture below. The beginning of this project.
We still have lots of work to do. My next project will be, all her hair accesories, jewelry, and beauty supplies.
Also, continue getting rid of all the boxes of stuff, sorting and organizing.
And the craft area. My sewing area, and her jewelry making area.
Working together we can make it possible.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Paper Files
Over the weekend, I worked organizing all the files for my Faith formation class. I had like 4 hanging file folders labeled Faith Formation. But I had no idea what was in them. So I got some manila folders and began labeling as I sorted through this files.
I already had two folders labeled, Advent and Lent.
The others categories I ended up with are:
Prayers, Parable lessons, Spiritual Fruits, Sunday Gospel Lessons (A, B, and C years), 12 Apostles, Virtue Lessons, Commandments, Christmas, Easter, Viacrucis, Lesson Crafts, Lesson Games, Coloring pages for lessons, and Saints Coloring pages.
This are just temporary categories. I plan to organize all the information into lessons by Month.
This way, I will have everything ready, for each week. Lesson, crafts and coloring pages.
I will also write a schedule for each month to remember if I need certain supplies to purchase ahead of time.
So that's my project at this time. Still working in daughter room this week. Hope to show you pictures soon.
I already had two folders labeled, Advent and Lent.
The others categories I ended up with are:
Prayers, Parable lessons, Spiritual Fruits, Sunday Gospel Lessons (A, B, and C years), 12 Apostles, Virtue Lessons, Commandments, Christmas, Easter, Viacrucis, Lesson Crafts, Lesson Games, Coloring pages for lessons, and Saints Coloring pages.
This are just temporary categories. I plan to organize all the information into lessons by Month.
This way, I will have everything ready, for each week. Lesson, crafts and coloring pages.
I will also write a schedule for each month to remember if I need certain supplies to purchase ahead of time.
So that's my project at this time. Still working in daughter room this week. Hope to show you pictures soon.
Here is another post about organizing Holy Cards
Friday, October 21, 2011
A little at a time
So I spent so time yesterday in daughter's room.
First I fixed her clothes drawers, they were stuff with all kinds of things. Aah! I hate that she does this. Thinking she could get away with a clean room, by stuffing everything in the drawers and under bed.
I organized her closet and moved the bed near to the window. She has another clothes organizer where she keeps all of her jackets and sweaters. I moved that too. I placed her favorite guy's memorabilia on the side of her bed.
She had placed all her headband on the curtain rod. I plan to organize them in a different way but later.
I plan to work for at least an hour every day in this room, until everything is in place. There are lots of boxes that need to be sorted thru. I keep telling her to do one box every day. But all she does is create a bigger mess.
This is a picture of where the bed was before. So you can see the bedspread. Marah took away the bedsquirt. She did not like it. She uses the blue cover as under the zebra bedspread. I still prefer the bedsquirt. I'm going to get one that fits a twin size bed. The one on this picture is queen size.
I wish I could show you the entire room, but I want to wait till its all finish.
First I fixed her clothes drawers, they were stuff with all kinds of things. Aah! I hate that she does this. Thinking she could get away with a clean room, by stuffing everything in the drawers and under bed.
I organized her closet and moved the bed near to the window. She has another clothes organizer where she keeps all of her jackets and sweaters. I moved that too. I placed her favorite guy's memorabilia on the side of her bed.
She had placed all her headband on the curtain rod. I plan to organize them in a different way but later.
I plan to work for at least an hour every day in this room, until everything is in place. There are lots of boxes that need to be sorted thru. I keep telling her to do one box every day. But all she does is create a bigger mess.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Earthquake!
Very common to us in the Bay Area of California, to have this sudden movements. Today was a big one to me, compared to the ones I have felt recently in this area.
Now for someone that experienced the 1989 quake, I can't tell you that I know what a small earthquake is compared to a big one.
My first thought was to get as quickly as possible to the kids school. I was just a few blocks away, so I got there in less than two minutes.
All of the children were gathered in front of the school. School gets out at 1:30 PM, so only the music students were at the school at that time and it was easy for administrators to gather them all and take them outside for safety.
As soon as my son saw me he hug me and began to cry. Yes, my 9 year old. Very emotional, just like his Mom. Some girls started to giggle, but others were also scared like him and wished their parents were with them.
The school, call the other parents to let them know that music class will be canceled until the proper authorities authorize that it was safe to enter the school. Since its an old building the administrators thought it was not safe to be in the building.
I took my children home, including my two nieces who were also at the school.
Tomorrow's chapter discussion on What Women Fear is the Fear of Death. I can definately tell you this is a big one for me. I am terrified of sudden death. Or that something might happen to any of my children. I have not yet finished the chapter yet, so I will be waiting until tomorrow to write a post about it.
I thank God that my children are ok, and that no one got hurt. None of my relatives that live in the area, got hurt either. I have not seen the news yet, but I'm thinking not much damage was reported, because when we got home they just had an alert message and quickly resumed their regular broadcasts.
Have a nice night, I pray that I will be able to sleep, without having nightmares.
Now for someone that experienced the 1989 quake, I can't tell you that I know what a small earthquake is compared to a big one.
My first thought was to get as quickly as possible to the kids school. I was just a few blocks away, so I got there in less than two minutes.
All of the children were gathered in front of the school. School gets out at 1:30 PM, so only the music students were at the school at that time and it was easy for administrators to gather them all and take them outside for safety.
As soon as my son saw me he hug me and began to cry. Yes, my 9 year old. Very emotional, just like his Mom. Some girls started to giggle, but others were also scared like him and wished their parents were with them.
The school, call the other parents to let them know that music class will be canceled until the proper authorities authorize that it was safe to enter the school. Since its an old building the administrators thought it was not safe to be in the building.
I took my children home, including my two nieces who were also at the school.
Tomorrow's chapter discussion on What Women Fear is the Fear of Death. I can definately tell you this is a big one for me. I am terrified of sudden death. Or that something might happen to any of my children. I have not yet finished the chapter yet, so I will be waiting until tomorrow to write a post about it.
I thank God that my children are ok, and that no one got hurt. None of my relatives that live in the area, got hurt either. I have not seen the news yet, but I'm thinking not much damage was reported, because when we got home they just had an alert message and quickly resumed their regular broadcasts.
Have a nice night, I pray that I will be able to sleep, without having nightmares.
Morning Devotionals
Every day of this week, I have been spending time in the Word. Wednesday and Fridays I join the Bloom (in) Courage community for discussion of a chapter of the book What Women Fear.
Yesterday we had the discussion on chapter 4, the Fear of Failure.
I sat at my desk, and first read the Catholic Mass readings for Wednesday.
Then I went over to Sarah Mae's blog. Like a Warm Cup of Coffee, for day 3 devotional.
I noticed the clock on the computer said 9:40 AM, it was time for me to leave to weekly prayer group.
I spent two hours at prayer group. I am amazed of how all the readings and devotionals interlink with what I'm reading in the book, and what I experience in my life at home and with others.
Yesterday, someone in the Bloom Community mentioned this bible verse.
“Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct.” 1 Peter 3:1-2
I was meditating on this verse this morning. I did not sleep well last night so I was up for almost three hours from 12:30 AM to about 2:50 AM.
So this morning, it took longer for me to get out of bed because I felt tired. I needed to turn on the coffee maker , make lunch for husband, and do morning routines before kids left to school, in order to be ready for quiet time at 8 AM.
Somehow, I forgot to include something in husband's lunch. And he got my attention, and said this was the second time I do this. I quickly got the bread, I forgot to include. But was taking some time to find a bag to place it in, before I placed it in his lunch bag. He told me in a bad tone to hurry up. I felt bad because my children where in the living room. And they heard him. I did not reply to him, I kept quiet, and proceeded quickly to place the bread in his lunch bag.
After husband left to work, I took a shower and began getting ready for my day. This is when my kids began to argue among each other. My son could not find his drum sticks and was demanding his sister to look for them in the car. I went to the living room and saw the drum sticks on the sofa among a bunch of papers and binders that belong to my son.
I became irritated because, if he had picked up his stuff, he would had noticed the drum sticks. But he was demanding his sister, to do things for him. I dislike starting my day in a bad way. This is why, is important for me to spend quiet time, as earlier as possible. The best time for me to concentrate on what I'm reading and meditating, is after my children leave to school.
In today's readings, the Psalm spoke to me. Psalm 1
R. (Ps 40:5) Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
Blessed the man who follows not
the counsel of the wicked
Nor walks in the way of sinners,
nor sits in the company of the insolent,
But delights in the law of the LORD
and meditates on his law day and night.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
He is like a tree
planted near running water,
That yields its fruit in due season,
and whose leaves never fade.
Whatever he does, prospers.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
Not so the wicked, not so;
they are like chaff which the wind drives away.
For the LORD watches over the way of the just,
but the way of the wicked vanishes.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
My prayer for today and this month is that the peace of God and his light abide in me and shine thru me, may I always reflect Jesus in me. And may the Lord help me in those weak moments.
Here are the pictures I took of me for today's Get Dressed Challenge
Link here for Day 4 of the Get Dressed Challenge
Yesterday we had the discussion on chapter 4, the Fear of Failure.
I sat at my desk, and first read the Catholic Mass readings for Wednesday.
Then I went over to Sarah Mae's blog. Like a Warm Cup of Coffee, for day 3 devotional.
I noticed the clock on the computer said 9:40 AM, it was time for me to leave to weekly prayer group.
I spent two hours at prayer group. I am amazed of how all the readings and devotionals interlink with what I'm reading in the book, and what I experience in my life at home and with others.
Yesterday, someone in the Bloom Community mentioned this bible verse.
“Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct.” 1 Peter 3:1-2
I was meditating on this verse this morning. I did not sleep well last night so I was up for almost three hours from 12:30 AM to about 2:50 AM.
So this morning, it took longer for me to get out of bed because I felt tired. I needed to turn on the coffee maker , make lunch for husband, and do morning routines before kids left to school, in order to be ready for quiet time at 8 AM.
Somehow, I forgot to include something in husband's lunch. And he got my attention, and said this was the second time I do this. I quickly got the bread, I forgot to include. But was taking some time to find a bag to place it in, before I placed it in his lunch bag. He told me in a bad tone to hurry up. I felt bad because my children where in the living room. And they heard him. I did not reply to him, I kept quiet, and proceeded quickly to place the bread in his lunch bag.
After husband left to work, I took a shower and began getting ready for my day. This is when my kids began to argue among each other. My son could not find his drum sticks and was demanding his sister to look for them in the car. I went to the living room and saw the drum sticks on the sofa among a bunch of papers and binders that belong to my son.
I became irritated because, if he had picked up his stuff, he would had noticed the drum sticks. But he was demanding his sister, to do things for him. I dislike starting my day in a bad way. This is why, is important for me to spend quiet time, as earlier as possible. The best time for me to concentrate on what I'm reading and meditating, is after my children leave to school.
In today's readings, the Psalm spoke to me. Psalm 1
R. (Ps 40:5) Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
Blessed the man who follows not
the counsel of the wicked
Nor walks in the way of sinners,
nor sits in the company of the insolent,
But delights in the law of the LORD
and meditates on his law day and night.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
He is like a tree
planted near running water,
That yields its fruit in due season,
and whose leaves never fade.
Whatever he does, prospers.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
Not so the wicked, not so;
they are like chaff which the wind drives away.
For the LORD watches over the way of the just,
but the way of the wicked vanishes.
R. Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
My prayer for today and this month is that the peace of God and his light abide in me and shine thru me, may I always reflect Jesus in me. And may the Lord help me in those weak moments.
Here are the pictures I took of me for today's Get Dressed Challenge
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Get Dressed, Day 2
Good Morning readers and friends. Today is day 2 of the Get Dressed Challenge. Come over to Like a Warm Cup of Cofee to get motivated and start your day in the word.
Today I was up by 6:15 AM. I went about my day as usual, turn on coffee machine, prepared lunch for husband. Then I went to my room, made my bed, and got my clothes that I had already picked the day before. I decided to change the top only. Headed over to the bathroom and took a shower. I was ready by 7:30 this morning, compared to yesterday.
So I started quiet time in the Word at 8 AM and then came to Sarah Mae's blog for more inspiration for today.
From my morning readings.
2 Timothy 4:10- 17, Psalm 145, and Luke 10:1-9
This stood out to me:
"At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone desserted me.....But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strenght, so that through me the message will be truely proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it." 2 Timothy 4:16,17
"When you enter a house, first say, ' Peace to this house.' If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not it will return to you." Luke 10:5
This two statements were meaningful to me. As I have been reading the book What Women Fear, and now doing this challenge with Sarah Mae, it has made me think of God's presence in my life.
Yesterday, while reading chapter four in the book, What Women Fear. Angie reminds us to spend time daily in the Word. God's Word will prepare us and will help us know when things are God's plans for us, and when something is not align with the Word of God.
We need to be disciplined in spending time in the Word. This is like putting on the armor of God. So you see, how this ties in with us getting dressed every morning. We are not just putting on clothes to be presentable to the others, but we are also being cloathed in the righteousness of God.
Our hearts and homes should be peaceful in order to receive the peace of God.
I invite you to come over to Sarah Mae's blog Like a Warm Cup of Coffee and join us.
May the Peace of God be with you.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Getting Dressed
I recently met Sarah Mae, on another blog. She is the author of the ebook
31 Days to Clean, Having a Martha House the Mary Way
She has a new Challenge on her blog. Like a Warm Cup of Coffee
So Today we began this challenge.
I woke up at 5:45 AM, usual time. But did not get up until almost 6:30 AM. My first stop was the kitchen, not dressed yet, still with my sleepwear. A shirt and leggings. Made lunch for husband. And went back to my room. Made my bed. And sat down to have my quiet time in the Word. My kids left to school at 8 AM. Still not dressed for the day, went over to computer, sign in to facebook, and noticed Sarah Mae's video. Went over to her blog and read her post for today.
By this time it was 8:35 AM and I needed to go to the Bank and do my Grocery shopping. So I looked for something to wear. Went to the bathroom, washed my face, brushed my teeth and got dressed. I added some mosturizer to my face and a little make-up.
Here are some pictures.
I have one hour left before I go pick up the second round of kids to school. I had to pick up my niece at 1:30 PM, the rest are out at 3PM. My daughter has violin lessons today, so she stays at school till 4PM. That will be 3 trips to the school today.
So I have to start preparing dinner and do some house blessings (house chores). Sort the laundry and start the laundry for this week.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Purse Organized
I got me a new purse. I very picky when it comes to purses (hand bags). I like them to have lots of space but not be heavy or bulky. They should only have one strap and be the right length. Not to short, not to long.
I love it when it has divided sections inside to separate the items I carry with me.
But just in case they do not have divided sections, I use this handy purse organizer.
I can easily transfer everything from one purse to another. And I am able to organize each item in a small pouch avoiding those loose items at the bottom of your purse.
This is how it looks inside my new purse. with the organizer inside.
I have a small accordion file organizer, for kids vaccine records, medical information, receipts, and prayer cards that do not fit in a regular card holder.
One wallet for Tupperware business debit cards, bank information, and cash at hand for when needed.
Another wallet for personal and household information, bank debit card, library cards, membership cards, and cash at hand for emergency purposes when debit card can't be used. The only credit card, I carry is Target's card. But once I have reached my spending limit it goes out of the wallet until the full balance is paid.
I also carried a coupon organizer (accordion file type). But it took me a while to go through all my coupons at the store to see which coupons I had. I have seen other blog ladies use a binder for their coupons. I only have a few coupons, so I do not need a big binder for them.
I remembered that I had a business card wallet, that I have not used in years. So I removed the business cards, most I could search in phone directory. The rest I copied and placed in home address and contacts binder.
I sorted the coupons by type and expiration date, placed in the wallet.
I love it when it has divided sections inside to separate the items I carry with me.
But just in case they do not have divided sections, I use this handy purse organizer.
This is how it looks inside my new purse. with the organizer inside.
I have a small accordion file organizer, for kids vaccine records, medical information, receipts, and prayer cards that do not fit in a regular card holder.
One wallet for Tupperware business debit cards, bank information, and cash at hand for when needed.
Another wallet for personal and household information, bank debit card, library cards, membership cards, and cash at hand for emergency purposes when debit card can't be used. The only credit card, I carry is Target's card. But once I have reached my spending limit it goes out of the wallet until the full balance is paid.
I also carried a coupon organizer (accordion file type). But it took me a while to go through all my coupons at the store to see which coupons I had. I have seen other blog ladies use a binder for their coupons. I only have a few coupons, so I do not need a big binder for them.
I remembered that I had a business card wallet, that I have not used in years. So I removed the business cards, most I could search in phone directory. The rest I copied and placed in home address and contacts binder.
I sorted the coupons by type and expiration date, placed in the wallet.
The bigger coupons can be placed on the side pockets, and the smaller can be folded and are easy to view what they are and its expiration date.
I uploaded my coupons to my Safeway card, and printed a shopping list to remind me which items I need to purchase. Placed on the side pocket and included this handy coupon wallet inside my purse. Ready for next time I'm on a shopping trip.
The store ads and coupon paper arrive on Wednesday. I will be designating Thursday as the day to plan ahead for my shopping day. Cut out the coupons and upload coupons to Safeway card.
Do you have an interesting way of organizing your purse and coupons? Please share with me in the comments.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
A new Challenge
I'm not sure if I had talked about this before, but I have been working out for about three months now. I'm working out at home with the Insanity dvd set.
In all I have lost 5 pounds. I went down a size in my clothes. I see a big difference. Most of my clothes fits me looser. I bought jeans size 8, and they fitted tight, but now they are starting to fit just right.
I confess I have not done the complete workout like I should. I skipped a few days here and there. But overall, I feel it has been a good experience for me. I feel more energized in the morning than before I started exercising.
Here are some pictures of me before.
This is a picture of last year in December 2010. My daughter's winter dance at school. Notice her face. The person was taking a long time to take picture.
Do you see me, yes that's how I looked before I started the exercises. I think I started in March of this year but only did one month, then I gained back a few pounds.
So at the end of July, I thought I should do the exercises again but finish the two months.
So here is me now.
Recently I came across a blog. Sarah Mae at Like a Warm cup of Coffee
Sarah Mae is doing a challenge I thought was interesting. So I decided to join her and other blogers.
want to know more about this challenge visit her page.
So you will be hearing more about this challenge and also about the book I'm reading What Women Fear. You can link to that book's discussion on the side bar.
This book is awesome. Have a great day. I'm off to prayer group.
In all I have lost 5 pounds. I went down a size in my clothes. I see a big difference. Most of my clothes fits me looser. I bought jeans size 8, and they fitted tight, but now they are starting to fit just right.
I confess I have not done the complete workout like I should. I skipped a few days here and there. But overall, I feel it has been a good experience for me. I feel more energized in the morning than before I started exercising.
Here are some pictures of me before.
Do you see me, yes that's how I looked before I started the exercises. I think I started in March of this year but only did one month, then I gained back a few pounds.
So at the end of July, I thought I should do the exercises again but finish the two months.
So here is me now.
Sarah Mae is doing a challenge I thought was interesting. So I decided to join her and other blogers.
want to know more about this challenge visit her page.
So you will be hearing more about this challenge and also about the book I'm reading What Women Fear. You can link to that book's discussion on the side bar.
This book is awesome. Have a great day. I'm off to prayer group.
A Year Ago
It gives me chills just to remember where I was a year ago. My daughter was in surgery for spine fusion due to her severe scoliosis. Only 11 years old. So fragile. I was desperate to see my baby girl out of that surgery room. If it wasn't for my faith and family, I don't know how I will had made it through those 7 hours the surgery lasted.
Now after one year of that day, I am amazed of how God has worked in my life, my family and friends who were united with me on that day, a year ago.
I thank you the readers of this blog, your prayers and comments, helped me before the surgery and after the surgery during my daughter's recovery.
Now after one year of that day, I am amazed of how God has worked in my life, my family and friends who were united with me on that day, a year ago.
I thank you the readers of this blog, your prayers and comments, helped me before the surgery and after the surgery during my daughter's recovery.
I'm hoping Marah can share her own experience of this day with all of you. I have asked her several times to write about it. She is such an amazing girl. Her strengh and courageous attitude motivates me each day, to do things I never thought I could do.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Party Links
One of my favorite Party link is Delightful Thursday at Delightful Order. When I do not have time to browse thru the links, I know that DaNita will give us a countdown of the top 10 most viewed links and among them where some of my favorite.
Like this DIY project at A sprinkle of this
Or this unique way of organizing your purses .
Well, I get inspired. But I must take action and do some projects of my own. So I will see you later with some pictures of my own.
Have a great week.
Like this DIY project at A sprinkle of this
Or this unique way of organizing your purses .
Well, I get inspired. But I must take action and do some projects of my own. So I will see you later with some pictures of my own.
Have a great week.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Happy Friday!
What can I say. My kids love me and fight over me. This was only going to be, Mom and Son picture, but daughter could not resist and joined us. It actually came out nice.
On Monday it was picture day at school. So I started at about 6:20 AM to curl daughter's hair. Hoping it will stay intact until picture time. To make things worst it was a rainy day. Her ride to school arrived before I was done, so I sent them off with Son only. And I had no other choice but to take daughter to school myself. She still arrived 15 minutes before the bell rang.
I used a ceramic curling iron, for these curls. They lasted until picture time, but not all day.
Now remember my goal for this week. To tackle the paper clutter, mainly in the office room. Yes, I got half of it done. Just 15 minutes every day. I sorted, shredded, filed and tossed in recycle bin. Most of the papers that were on my desk, and on top of printer.
I got rid of the boxes on the floor.
Here is another addition to my fall decor. I got this glass punkin at CVS. I filled it with some fabric fall leaves. I was thinking of filling it with cookies. Maybe later.
Have a Fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Book Study Day 1
So I began reading this new book What Women Fear.
I have read thru the first two chapters including the Introduction.
I have a journal for writing my notes from the book. I do not like to write all over books because in case I let someone borrow it, or later decide to donate it. So I got a binder put some notebook paper in it and in the front cover, I placed a nice picture of my parents with their granchildren. As the background for the picture I used a page of Angels on the right side border. They seem to be looking down at the picture.
One of my fears is being separated for my kids when on fieldtrips or when they visit my parents. I fear that something might happen to them if I am not with them.
I also placed dividers to have a section for scripture to read everytime I feel anxiety or on those days I can't sleep.
I got this idea from another reader participating in the book study.
Today we began the book study at Bloom (in) Courage
The ladies discussed the Introduction to the book. It's awesome to join this book club, because I'm reading the same book with other women, and learning what they have learned from the particular chapter. Learning what their experiences with fear have been, and how they have conquered their fears or how they deal with their fears. How their faith in God has helped them in their struggle with their own fears.
So join us at Bloom (in) Courage to encourage one another.
You can link to the website by clicking on the book on the left sidebar of my blog.
I have read thru the first two chapters including the Introduction.
I have a journal for writing my notes from the book. I do not like to write all over books because in case I let someone borrow it, or later decide to donate it. So I got a binder put some notebook paper in it and in the front cover, I placed a nice picture of my parents with their granchildren. As the background for the picture I used a page of Angels on the right side border. They seem to be looking down at the picture.
One of my fears is being separated for my kids when on fieldtrips or when they visit my parents. I fear that something might happen to them if I am not with them.
I also placed dividers to have a section for scripture to read everytime I feel anxiety or on those days I can't sleep.
I got this idea from another reader participating in the book study.
Today we began the book study at Bloom (in) Courage
The ladies discussed the Introduction to the book. It's awesome to join this book club, because I'm reading the same book with other women, and learning what they have learned from the particular chapter. Learning what their experiences with fear have been, and how they have conquered their fears or how they deal with their fears. How their faith in God has helped them in their struggle with their own fears.
So join us at Bloom (in) Courage to encourage one another.
You can link to the website by clicking on the book on the left sidebar of my blog.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
October Goals
I love reading blogs and getting ideas from others on home decor and organization. Yes I get very inspired. But most of the time things do not get done on time around this house. They are saved for later, and later becomes days, and weeks.
I am determined to tackle some major problems. Paper Clutter and baskets, boxes or bins used for collecting clutter from other rooms in those crisis clean-up. In other words the hidden clutter. I need to let go of my bad habits of accumulating clutter in my rooms.
This month, I am going to focus on that primarily.
My goal is to have flat surfaces cleared of paper clutter and baskets and boxes. Everything needs to have a home. If not here in this house, then it need to be donated or thrown out.
This desk is still a little too cluttered for me. This should be the homework desk for my kids. But look how it looks now.
More clutter! I will be working on this for the rest of the week.
This is my desk. Look at all those papers stacked on top of printer.
And here is the perfect example of clutter in boxes. This is what was taken out after last week's project in the Kitchen and the Pantry.
So I'm turning computer off. And start working on my goal for this week.
I am determined to tackle some major problems. Paper Clutter and baskets, boxes or bins used for collecting clutter from other rooms in those crisis clean-up. In other words the hidden clutter. I need to let go of my bad habits of accumulating clutter in my rooms.
This month, I am going to focus on that primarily.
My goal is to have flat surfaces cleared of paper clutter and baskets and boxes. Everything needs to have a home. If not here in this house, then it need to be donated or thrown out.
So I'm turning computer off. And start working on my goal for this week.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
October is Here!
September has left us and a new month has begun. My sister said that September was not a good month for her. Well, as for me there were many blessings to my life in September. The kids started their music lessons. Julian will be taking drum lessons and he will be part of the school's band.
Marah will be taking violin lessons. Her choice. I did not had anything to do with it. Its amazing how she picked the same instrument I did when I was in Elementary. So in just a day she knows the first notes of twinkle star. Learned it from me, because her teacher has only taught them two notes A & D.
The family miracle you already know about, my brother's car accident. I keep thanking God for protecting him, and sending angels to help him get out of the car. Actually it was a two door pickup, that is no longer useful. Another thing I am thankful for is that no one else was hurt. My brother is still sore from his hand. He is not sure if it was the impact on the air bag. His legs are sore too. I pray to God that he will listen and go get a general check up. Some guys are just stubborn about going to see doctors. I do not blame him. My brother has been hospitalized many times since he was a child.
Another long story that you can read about here
Now that a new month has begun, what a great way to begin this new month. On the feast day of St. Therese of Liseux. by attending a retreat at a Jesuit school of Theology.
I first took my daughter to her school. She went to a fieldtrip to the beach with her classmates and Science teachers. Then I drove to church to meet with other CCD teachers, that would attend the retreat. Since I have a Ford Expedition, some people drove with me in my car. I followed another lady that would lead us to the school.
Guess what she did? She got on the highway! So I had no other option but to follow her. Was I scared? Yes, but I asked the others with me to help me, while merging to the other lane. It is a busy highway, and one were those big truck get on. The ones I'm scared of. Well one did not let me merge to the other lane, the more I try to get ahead of it the more faster it went.
Finally, I was able to pass it and switch lanes before my exit came up. We got to the school, and we all gathered in the chapel for morning prayer and reflections. Then we went to another lounge area for introductions, and sharing time. We had a two sessions where we got to be alone in silence with God. Then we gathered in groups for sharing our experiences. We had lunch, then one of the teachers gave us a brief story about St. Therese of Liseux.
I had to leave early to be able to pick up daughter at her school at around 3PM. This time I was alone and instead of heading towards the highway entrance, I took the longer route through the busy streets. I began to panic, because I noticed my gas signaled almost empty. What? I knew I had more than a quarter left. I remember that everytime I leave the car facing down on a hill, it does that. So I tried not to worry. As soon as I see a gas station I will put more gas. The meter said, I only had 11 miles to empty. After about a few miles it began to go up. Eventually it went up to 69 miles to empty.
October 12, is the one year anniversary of my daughter's spine surgery. A year already! Time sure flies! You can read about her surgery here, post before surgery day and post after the surgery
I love blogger because I am able to go the archives and read my posts and reflect on what I have shared with you.
Well, I think this post has become long. And I do not want to bore you. I wish you a great month and keep up with my upcoming post on the book study on What Women Fear
Marah will be taking violin lessons. Her choice. I did not had anything to do with it. Its amazing how she picked the same instrument I did when I was in Elementary. So in just a day she knows the first notes of twinkle star. Learned it from me, because her teacher has only taught them two notes A & D.
The family miracle you already know about, my brother's car accident. I keep thanking God for protecting him, and sending angels to help him get out of the car. Actually it was a two door pickup, that is no longer useful. Another thing I am thankful for is that no one else was hurt. My brother is still sore from his hand. He is not sure if it was the impact on the air bag. His legs are sore too. I pray to God that he will listen and go get a general check up. Some guys are just stubborn about going to see doctors. I do not blame him. My brother has been hospitalized many times since he was a child.
Another long story that you can read about here
Now that a new month has begun, what a great way to begin this new month. On the feast day of St. Therese of Liseux. by attending a retreat at a Jesuit school of Theology.
I first took my daughter to her school. She went to
Guess what she did? She got on the highway! So I had no other option but to follow her. Was I scared? Yes, but I asked the others with me to help me, while merging to the other lane. It is a busy highway, and one were those big truck get on. The ones I'm scared of. Well one did not let me merge to the other lane, the more I try to get ahead of it the more faster it went.
Finally, I was able to pass it and switch lanes before my exit came up. We got to the school, and we all gathered in the chapel for morning prayer and reflections. Then we went to another lounge area for introductions, and sharing time. We had a two sessions where we got to be alone in silence with God. Then we gathered in groups for sharing our experiences. We had lunch, then one of the teachers gave us a brief story about St. Therese of Liseux.
I had to leave early to be able to pick up daughter at her school at around 3PM. This time I was alone and instead of heading towards the highway entrance, I took the longer route through the busy streets. I began to panic, because I noticed my gas signaled almost empty. What? I knew I had more than a quarter left. I remember that everytime I leave the car facing down on a hill, it does that. So I tried not to worry. As soon as I see a gas station I will put more gas. The meter said, I only had 11 miles to empty. After about a few miles it began to go up. Eventually it went up to 69 miles to empty.
October 12, is the one year anniversary of my daughter's spine surgery. A year already! Time sure flies! You can read about her surgery here, post before surgery day and post after the surgery
I love blogger because I am able to go the archives and read my posts and reflect on what I have shared with you.
Well, I think this post has become long. And I do not want to bore you. I wish you a great month and keep up with my upcoming post on the book study on What Women Fear
Friday, September 30, 2011
My Fears
As a child of God we should be confident that we are protected and no worry or anxieties overwhelm us. I wish I could testify to this. But I can't. I have fears, and some fears keep me paralized at times. I have tried to deal with some of my fears. I have asked God to help me.
You have read my recent posts and know what kind of fears overwhelm me.
God knows too, and he is so wonderful that he led me to a blog, where I knew I will get some inspiration and encouragement. @ A Holy Experience, there is a link party on Wednesday. Walking with Him Wednesdays.
As I was browsing through the links. One caught my attention. Lisa's post on Fear.
At the end of Lisa's post, she mentions where she shared her post. That link led me to another favorite place of mine. Incourage.
All of these posts brought me to write my own post on Fear. So here we are.
There are so many things I'm afraid of, but today I will like to talk to you about my fear of driving on freeways. I drive. I have been driving since I was in college. I had a professional driving school instructor teach me how to drive. And my second lesson was to get on one of the most traveled freeways in the Bay Area, highway 880. Now at that time, I did well. According to my instructor.
So where did my fear begin. I have never been in an accident. Thanks to God. I have seen accidents on the road, TV,and on movies. But I have not been involved personally in one. I also thank God that no one in my family has ever been in a terrible accident. Only my brother's recent accident, which I thank God for protecting him.
So why do I have this fear or anxiety? Can't I just trust God that he will protect me. Yes, I can. And I've driven on the freeways, but for short distances and with someone guiding me. The times I have been on my own, I driven less than 15 miles distance.
When I first got my driver's licence, I will plan my trips through the streets. Avoiding the freeway. It will take forever to get to my destination. So little by little, I have made myself, get on the freeway in order to get to places quicker. But like I said, for short distance trips only.
My parents live an hour away from my house. In order for me to go see them. They have to either come and get me, or I take the train (Amtrak). Occasionally, my husband takes me to go see my parents. I want, not to be depending on others, when I want to go see my parents or when I'm invited to events that require me to drive on the freeway.
So what should I do? How do I get over this Fear?
Do you have any fears of your own? Or something similar? How have you overcomed your fear?
Please help me by praying for me. Thanks
If you like to share your story with others join us here
You have read my recent posts and know what kind of fears overwhelm me.
God knows too, and he is so wonderful that he led me to a blog, where I knew I will get some inspiration and encouragement. @ A Holy Experience, there is a link party on Wednesday. Walking with Him Wednesdays.
As I was browsing through the links. One caught my attention. Lisa's post on Fear.
At the end of Lisa's post, she mentions where she shared her post. That link led me to another favorite place of mine. Incourage.
All of these posts brought me to write my own post on Fear. So here we are.
There are so many things I'm afraid of, but today I will like to talk to you about my fear of driving on freeways. I drive. I have been driving since I was in college. I had a professional driving school instructor teach me how to drive. And my second lesson was to get on one of the most traveled freeways in the Bay Area, highway 880. Now at that time, I did well. According to my instructor.
So where did my fear begin. I have never been in an accident. Thanks to God. I have seen accidents on the road, TV,and on movies. But I have not been involved personally in one. I also thank God that no one in my family has ever been in a terrible accident. Only my brother's recent accident, which I thank God for protecting him.
So why do I have this fear or anxiety? Can't I just trust God that he will protect me. Yes, I can. And I've driven on the freeways, but for short distances and with someone guiding me. The times I have been on my own, I driven less than 15 miles distance.
When I first got my driver's licence, I will plan my trips through the streets. Avoiding the freeway. It will take forever to get to my destination. So little by little, I have made myself, get on the freeway in order to get to places quicker. But like I said, for short distance trips only.
My parents live an hour away from my house. In order for me to go see them. They have to either come and get me, or I take the train (Amtrak). Occasionally, my husband takes me to go see my parents. I want, not to be depending on others, when I want to go see my parents or when I'm invited to events that require me to drive on the freeway.
So what should I do? How do I get over this Fear?
Do you have any fears of your own? Or something similar? How have you overcomed your fear?
Please help me by praying for me. Thanks
If you like to share your story with others join us here
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Showing my Gratitude
I want to thank a few people who have made my time on blog world amazing. This are the wonderful people that often leave comments on my posts. Pray for me when I request it.
And inspire me with their own blogs.
Drum Roll please.............
Become What You are: My dear Friend S. you were one of the first to often leave comments. You were always inspiring me. Thanks you are amazing. I miss you.
Marie, one of my first followers. I do not have a link to your blog. But I thank you for your comments and words of inspiration.
Dianne @ Everything Else Thrown in, her amazing words of encouragement, her amazing poetry and Art.
Melinda @ Coming Clean, her inspiring, funny confessions of an imperfect parent with a focus on God. Miss you too.
Vee @ Paper Dali, her amazing paper dolls, that have been a perfect tool in teaching my kids about our Catholic Faith. And also her amazing posts.
And last but not least. Ricki @ Art @ Home, thanks for your comments and your inpiring post.
I pray that you all have a blessed day. And if you ever need me, let me know. Thank you for your online friendship.
And inspire me with their own blogs.
Drum Roll please.............
Become What You are: My dear Friend S. you were one of the first to often leave comments. You were always inspiring me. Thanks you are amazing. I miss you.
Marie, one of my first followers. I do not have a link to your blog. But I thank you for your comments and words of inspiration.
Dianne @ Everything Else Thrown in, her amazing words of encouragement, her amazing poetry and Art.
Melinda @ Coming Clean, her inspiring, funny confessions of an imperfect parent with a focus on God. Miss you too.
Vee @ Paper Dali, her amazing paper dolls, that have been a perfect tool in teaching my kids about our Catholic Faith. And also her amazing posts.
And last but not least. Ricki @ Art @ Home, thanks for your comments and your inpiring post.
I pray that you all have a blessed day. And if you ever need me, let me know. Thank you for your online friendship.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
God's Mercy
It's been a while that I do not share post regarding my faith.
For those of you who recently joined me as a reader. You can read my testimony by going to the tab at the top of this page.
I warn you is quite long. But if you want to get to know me better, that will be the best way.
Today, I want to talk to all of you about God's Mercy in my life and the life of family members.
I'm not sure how I came to this understanding but somehow, I always known I'm an intercessor. There has been many nights I wake up in the middle of the night and pray. I learned that God calls me out of my sleep for a special reason. Sometimes a name comes to my mind. Sometimes I do not know for whom I need to pray for.
When I first moved to this neighborhood. Close to 15 years ago. My neighborhood was a scary place to live. Home to many homeless people. Some of them will hang out at the two liquor stores, both located on the same street I lived on, three blocks away from each other.
You can imagine what other activities took place in the neighborhood. Over the years I have seen so many things. But also over the years, I have prayed for this neighborhood.
This neighborhood has changed over the years. Vacant lots have now been occupied by tall residential buildings. The closest liquor store to my home, was remodeled after a fire. And converted to just a food market. They no longer sale liquor in that store. Houses have been remodeled and sold to people who work in the big city.
There is less homeless people hanging around, the ones who have stayed are very friendly. The illegal activities have moved to another section of the neighborhood, away from our house. Occasionally, I hear gunshots. And since I live very close to a busy freeway, I also hear when accidents happen on it.
I asked my daughter to describe our neighborhood and she said it was "ghetto". Some of my family members avoid coming to my home for that reason. But you know, I love my neighborhood. To me is home. I have learned to appreciate were I live. It might not be a suburb. But if I focus on the good things happening in our neighborhood, like vegetable gardens sprouting up in vacant lots, that are being cared by students from our local schools. The good outweighs the bad.
I always give credit to God for the changes in my neighborhood. I know that many of my prayers have been answered. I know by now you are wondering when will I start talking about God's mercy in my life. How does the above relate to God's mercy. In many ways.
God called me here to be an intercessor for this neighborhood. I might not be the only one. But I do pray for this neighborhood. I pray for our safety too. You never know, when we will be in the middle of a drive-by shooting. Our intersect with a car chased by police.
God protected us once already, a few months ago. Police where chasing a car that speeded by me, when I was two cars away from making a left turn. That car could had hit us.
Since my brother moved into my home, I also pray for his safety. He gets home late at night, and it worries me. A few nights ago, I could not sleep. I went to the living room and looked at the window. Did not see my brother's car. So I went back to bed but I first prayed for him. I asked the guardian angels to protect him. And I also prayed the divine mercy chaplet. Then I fell asleep.
I was awaken by my cell phone. It was a call from my brother. He told me not to worry, he will be home soon. Also that he had crashed his car but he was ok. He did not give me more details. God's mercy saved him.
When he got home, and I did not see any injuries on him. I was thankful to God for protecting him. I can't give you much more details about his accident. All I know is that God saved my brother. That's all that matters to me. My brother is ok, with a mark from the seat belt, holding him tight. But he is here with us. Thank you Merciful Father.
And I continue to pray daily for God's mercy. On us, and of the whole world. You can find the chaplet of the "Divine Mercy" Here. It is a short prayer. Only takes about 5-10 minutes to pray. But is powerful. I have seen the power of God and his mercy when I have prayed this prayer for others. You can read about that here
I pray that you have a blessed day. And remember me in your prayers. Thank you.
For those of you who recently joined me as a reader. You can read my testimony by going to the tab at the top of this page.
I warn you is quite long. But if you want to get to know me better, that will be the best way.
Today, I want to talk to all of you about God's Mercy in my life and the life of family members.
I'm not sure how I came to this understanding but somehow, I always known I'm an intercessor. There has been many nights I wake up in the middle of the night and pray. I learned that God calls me out of my sleep for a special reason. Sometimes a name comes to my mind. Sometimes I do not know for whom I need to pray for.
When I first moved to this neighborhood. Close to 15 years ago. My neighborhood was a scary place to live. Home to many homeless people. Some of them will hang out at the two liquor stores, both located on the same street I lived on, three blocks away from each other.
You can imagine what other activities took place in the neighborhood. Over the years I have seen so many things. But also over the years, I have prayed for this neighborhood.
This neighborhood has changed over the years. Vacant lots have now been occupied by tall residential buildings. The closest liquor store to my home, was remodeled after a fire. And converted to just a food market. They no longer sale liquor in that store. Houses have been remodeled and sold to people who work in the big city.
There is less homeless people hanging around, the ones who have stayed are very friendly. The illegal activities have moved to another section of the neighborhood, away from our house. Occasionally, I hear gunshots. And since I live very close to a busy freeway, I also hear when accidents happen on it.
I asked my daughter to describe our neighborhood and she said it was "ghetto". Some of my family members avoid coming to my home for that reason. But you know, I love my neighborhood. To me is home. I have learned to appreciate were I live. It might not be a suburb. But if I focus on the good things happening in our neighborhood, like vegetable gardens sprouting up in vacant lots, that are being cared by students from our local schools. The good outweighs the bad.
I always give credit to God for the changes in my neighborhood. I know that many of my prayers have been answered. I know by now you are wondering when will I start talking about God's mercy in my life. How does the above relate to God's mercy. In many ways.
God called me here to be an intercessor for this neighborhood. I might not be the only one. But I do pray for this neighborhood. I pray for our safety too. You never know, when we will be in the middle of a drive-by shooting. Our intersect with a car chased by police.
God protected us once already, a few months ago. Police where chasing a car that speeded by me, when I was two cars away from making a left turn. That car could had hit us.
Since my brother moved into my home, I also pray for his safety. He gets home late at night, and it worries me. A few nights ago, I could not sleep. I went to the living room and looked at the window. Did not see my brother's car. So I went back to bed but I first prayed for him. I asked the guardian angels to protect him. And I also prayed the divine mercy chaplet. Then I fell asleep.
I was awaken by my cell phone. It was a call from my brother. He told me not to worry, he will be home soon. Also that he had crashed his car but he was ok. He did not give me more details. God's mercy saved him.
When he got home, and I did not see any injuries on him. I was thankful to God for protecting him. I can't give you much more details about his accident. All I know is that God saved my brother. That's all that matters to me. My brother is ok, with a mark from the seat belt, holding him tight. But he is here with us. Thank you Merciful Father.
And I continue to pray daily for God's mercy. On us, and of the whole world. You can find the chaplet of the "Divine Mercy" Here. It is a short prayer. Only takes about 5-10 minutes to pray. But is powerful. I have seen the power of God and his mercy when I have prayed this prayer for others. You can read about that here
I pray that you have a blessed day. And remember me in your prayers. Thank you.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Something New
I added this two ceramic punkins to this small section in my home. The punkins were bought at
Pier 1. I think about 2 years ago. They were $8 each. I had a $25 gift card, so I actually bought 3 but gave one two Mom for her birthday.
My next new item is a cake pedestal that doubles as a punch bowl. I have always wanted one like this one. I have seen similar ones, recently on different blogs. This one in particular is from Princess House. And I got it for free with my hostess credits.
The third and last item. Is a 6qt. deep fryer, also from Princess House. Retail value is $234.95, but I did not pay that much for it.
I only paid $39.95. Another bonus for my party sales. I already used it to make fries.
The problem with this method was that I had some potatoes stuck to the pan. Great! I thought, "I just ruined my new pan.
I removed all the oil from the pan. Placed some warm water and dish soap in the pan. Let it soaked for like 2O minutes and then washed with a sponge. The food stuck to the pan was easily removed. Amazing! Even better than the Teflon pans.
Have you ever hosted a party of your own? What company? Did you win anything? Please share your answers in the comments.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Tupperware Coffee Set
Click on the picture on the side bar, to link to my Tupperware Website to order.
Go to Product Gallery.
Then click on Online Exclusives.
Welcome Fall
A new season now begins! And around my house the colors change.
First we added a new lamp to the kitchen.
2. Changed the linens in the Living room
3. The sofa cover and pillow covers were changed too.
4. The autum decor was added.
5. Some items were removed and stored away elsewhere, to make room for more interesting items.
The pitcher above the fridge, is seldom used and its always tucked away in a box. I used it a few days ago, and before I placed it back in its box, I thought I could give it another use.
I had a garland of foam fruit in the Fall decor bin, I placed that inside the pitcher. Added some fall flowers, and there its a nice looking vase.
Regarding the Tupperware Giveaway, can you believe no one has entered any comments. I haven't received a single comment since I mentioned the Giveaway.
Makes me think, "Have I lost all my readers, or are you just not interested in Tupperware?"
In case you are interested in participating, here is the link to the Tupperware Giveaway post.
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First we added a new lamp to the kitchen.
2. Changed the linens in the Living room
3. The sofa cover and pillow covers were changed too.
4. The autum decor was added.
5. Some items were removed and stored away elsewhere, to make room for more interesting items.
The pitcher above the fridge, is seldom used and its always tucked away in a box. I used it a few days ago, and before I placed it back in its box, I thought I could give it another use.
I had a garland of foam fruit in the Fall decor bin, I placed that inside the pitcher. Added some fall flowers, and there its a nice looking vase.
Regarding the Tupperware Giveaway, can you believe no one has entered any comments. I haven't received a single comment since I mentioned the Giveaway.
Makes me think, "Have I lost all my readers, or are you just not interested in Tupperware?"
In case you are interested in participating, here is the link to the Tupperware Giveaway post.
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