Parenting Notes

Hats

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Tue, 22 May 2012 09:54:00 +0000

My niece Tyra likes wearing head dress. I think she likes wearing anything that makes her look cuter. Can she get any cuter? I'm looking for hats online that can fit her little head. Just in case you have not been following this blog, Tyra is my little sister's daughter. They like dressing up alike. So when I get Tyra a hat, I also need to find a similar one for her mom. Even if we are both grown ups now and busy with other stuff, my sister and I are very close.

Toolbox

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:43:00 +0000

My dad was hoping he can get another toolbox because the one he has right now is incomplete. Sometimes, relatives and neighbors borrow some of the tools and they forget to return them. I told him, I'll get him a new toolbox kit as soon as I can. He's funny because he keeps reminding me to get stand offs because those are the things he misplaces a lot. I think I will just ask him to choose online and I'll pay for it.

Random Photo

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:34:00 +0000

Here's a random photo of my son taken a few days ago when we went to our favorite restaurant to have some pizza and baked macaroni.

Lab Experiments

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:03:00 +0000

My sister has a Chemistry class this semester. She's enjoying the class because of the laboratory experiments. She said that they have a nice laboratory complete with all the equipment needed such as beaker, crucible lab scale, Erlenmeyer flask, Bunsen burner and others. When she has homework, she'd always ask my help because she remembers me being good in Chemistry when I was in school. I think I was a walking periodic table of elements!

Stuffed Toys

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:38:00 +0000

Like typical kids, Dwight and Tyra love it when they have new toys. Sometimes, they fight over these toys but I make it a point that they learn to share with each other. They both love stuffed toys. They have a stuffed dog, cat, crocodile and many others. And they want to add more to their toy collection. A lot of times, I cannot help but spoil them with toys that they like!

Summer Pics!

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:56:00 +0000

Here are some pics of the kiddos' enjoying summer!

Side Effects of Diet Pills

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 11:39:00 +0000

My sister has been trying to lose weight and she has tried a few weight loss products. I told her that before trying these products, she should be well-informed of its side effects as well. Of course, sellers will focus on the benefits of taking the pills, but do you know the side effects?

For instance, when I have read http://sideeffectsofdietpills.net/xenadrine-ripped/, I learned that it has possible side effects such as insomnia, headaches, anxiety, etc. Before taking a pill, it's best to consult the doctor. Remember, nothing beats a healthy lifestyle. So, always exercise and eat healthy foods!

Music Lessons

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:35:00 +0000

My son asked me if he can attend music lessons. He told me that one of his playmates is having voice lessons every weekend. I notice that he likes music a lot. Whenever he is on the computer, he's on watching music videos. Sometimes, I am surprised that he had memorized the lyrics of the songs. When we are at the mall, he wants us to go to the section that sells musical instruments. I bought him a guitar a few months ago. When we go there, he'd always look at the pignose g40v. He said he'll save up for it and buy it someday! :)

My Son Skating At MOA

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:20:00 +0000

Here are some photos of my son at the skating rink in SM Mall of Asia last December.

Photo Canvas Online

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:21:00 +0000

When I have my own home, I would like it to be filled with photo canvas in different parts of the house. Those who knew me for a long time are aware that I am an artistic person, and that I have a talent in drawing and painting. I’d probably have some of my artworks on display. I can also buy a photo canvas online. I actually like pop art print. I could send some of my family photos to online canvas stores and have them do something cool and artistic to it.

Thing to Print!

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:46:00 +0000

It's really such a hassle whenever we ran out of ink. I need to have a steady supply of ink because our family members going to school print a lot of projects. Whenever we ran out of ink, they have to go to the computer shop to have their requirements printed. Sometimes, the quality of their ink is not good and they use cheap paper. Now, I make sure that we have stocks of printer toner cartridges so that I don't have to worry whenever Dwight has a last-minute project.

Passport For Dwight

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:42:00 +0000

Late last year, I applied for a passport for my son, and I was able to claim it on the first week of January. It's valid for 5 years. Finally, Dwight and I would be able to travel together. I'd like to save up so we can go to different places. I want my son to embrace the love for traveling. At his age, I want him to see the world, and experience different places and culture! For a start, we can go to Asian countries.

Here's the list of different countries where Philippine passport holder can tour without a visa.

Updated June 2, 2011)

Countries in Asia
Brunei
Cambodia
Hong Kong
Indonesia
Israel
Laos
Macau
Malaysia
Mongolia
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam

Countries in South America
Bolivia
Brazil
Colombia
Ecuador
Peru
Suriname

Countries in Africa
Morocco
Saint Helena
Seychelles
Tuvalu

Countries in North America
Costa Rica
Haiti
Saint Vincent Grenadines

Country in Europe
Kosovo

Countries in Oceania
Fiji
Micronesia
Nauru
Niue
Palau
Pitcairn Islands
Samoa
Tuvalu

Birthday Cake Pops

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:18:00 +0000

My son celebrated his birthday last December 9 at home with family and friends. My son's seventh birthday cake was inspired by the animated film Cars. Next year, I would ask him if he likes to have cake pops instead of the big cake. I saw some photos of the best cake pops online. I want to have them for my birthday too! Cake pops are easier to distribute. I no longer have to slice them. The guests can just pick their cakes from the table.

Practical Presents

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:01:00 +0000

When my friends ask me what gift should they give me, I tell them to give me practical presents, something that I can use at home. The first gift I got this Christmas is a set of utility knives, which I really like. But the giver was joking that I better not stab anyone with those knives. I also received a set of cups. My friends know I love coffee so the giver chose cups with coffee-inspired designs. I haven't opened some of my presents yet. I will open them on New Year's eve. But I am expecting all of them to be practical gifts!

Merry Christmas from Dwight!

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:54:00 +0000

Here's a photo of Dwight with Santa Claus taken at the mall:

Merry Christmas from Dwight and Santa Claus!

A Formal Dinner

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:37:00 +0000

We were invited to attend a formal dinner by my father's side of the family. We rarely get to see them, and we are not very close to them but they always make it a point to invite us to family gatherings. I have few dresses that I can choose from so I am not really worried on what to wear. But I have to help my sister look for a plus size formal dress. She was hoping she could lose more weight before the formal dinner but I advised her not to resort to crash dieting. Even if she's quite heavy, my sister has a good taste in clothing and can be very stylish.

Birthday Bash

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 07:51:00 +0000

My son will be having his 7th birthday bash in December. I am starting to plan the party, and of course, I ask my dear little one his opinion. We will be inviting his friends from the neighborhood and his classmates. Since the kids are not from the same group, we would need name plates so that they will easily remember each others names. I do know my son's classmates and friends, but sometimes I get their names mixed up. So having nameplates will help me remember too! My son made me promise that we should have a seven-layered cake on his birthday. I can have my sister bake my son's dream cake. I think I am more excited than Dwight for his party.

Dwight's Birthday Countdown

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 07:28:00 +0000

Birthday Countdown

Dwight will be turning 7 on the second week of December! :)

Food Service Assistant Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:10:00 +0000

As early as now, my sister is planning to look for food service assistant jobs on summer. She was hoping to find a summer job, and if time permits she work while going to school. I am glad that she has this mindset now. She's getting more responsible and reliable with a lot of things. I often tell her that she won't be young forever that's why she needs to step up and be more mature especially now that she has a child.

Shopping For Christmas Decorations

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:55:00 +0000

Children love Christmas that's why I would like that time of the year to be extra special for Dwight and Tyra. A few days ago, Dwight and I went to a local store to shop for Christmas decorations. He helped me pick some items. I noticed that he prefers shiny decors. He showed me different decors that he likes so I have to check their prices on the barcode scanners found at the corner of the store. I have to do this so that we can maximize our budget.

Motorola Walkie Talkie 1 Pair T3 Orange

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:40:00 +0000

Yesterday, I redeemed a Motorola Walkie Talkie from Asia Miles. The orange pair of walkie talkie is equivalent to 16,000. It should be delivered within 3 weeks. It's for Dwight and Tyra, I am sure they will have a lot of fun with them.

Tyra likes to pretend that she's talking to someone on the phone. So I think she'd be thrilled to receive this item.

Driving

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:28:00 +0000

Later on, I would need to start learning how to drive. It's a lot more convenient for the kids if I can drop them off and pick them up from school. Tyra is not yet studying but she will be attend pre-school probably 2 years from now. Dwight will be in 2nd grade next school year.

Of course, when I drive the kids, I should always make sure that the car is in great condition. But sometimes, unexpected things can occur. I'd like the car to have a trailer hitch just in case something happens.

Polaris Ranger

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0000

I'd love to try driving a Polaris Ranger. I think it would be fun. If I can afford it someday, I'd like to get one for leisure driving. A pink one with quality polaris ranger parts would be ideal. If I have one, I am sure my siblings would love to try it too. But they would prefer if I choose a more masculine color of the ranger.

Birthday Party Pics

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:00 +0000

One of my nephews recently celebrated his first birthday. Here are some of the photos of Tyra together with her cousins.

Tablet PC

noreply@blogger.com (Mommy E) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 06:27:00 +0000

My next purchase will be a tablet pc. I love my laptop but tablet pc's seem to be more portable and fun too! When I was comparing different products online, I think the Samsung Galaxy Tablet PC has the most impressive specs. Others opinion might be different. But for me, it has everything I want in a tablet pc. It would be nice to have one before Christmas. It can also be my Christmas present to myself.