All Mixed Up.

From Alpha:

1. Are you pregnant? No. I just gave birth and I'm not physically, financially and emotionally ready for it yet.
2. When do you want to get married? I’m married for 2 1/2 years.
3. Do you curse a lot? No.
4. What are your favorite books? Nicholas Sparks' books and right now Baby books.
5. Do wish you were with someone right now? Yes. My husband isn't home yet and we miss him.
6. Who were the last three people that sent you a text message? Mex, Globe and Mama.
7. Are you happier single or in a relationship? Happier in a relationship, I guess.
8. Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance? Yes.
9. Do you wish someone would call you? Not right now. I'm quite busy with online stuffs.
10. What is bugging you right now? None actually.
11. What’s something you wish you could understand better? Effective time management
12. If someone doesn’t like you, its usually because…? I'm prettier than her. Lolz.
13. Do you have a wild side? I think so. Lolz.
14. Kissed someone in the last twenty-four hours? Yes.
15. Have you lost friends in the past year? No.
16. What were you doing at midnight last night? Dreaming about crazy girls clad in sexy costumes and strutting a Cancan dance in front of hubby. Crazy, indeed!

A Perfect Blend of Friendship Award.

Thanks Jacque!

Coffee drinkers: Swept Away | The Scrapaholic Me | Love. Happiness. Us. | Your site

And I’m passing this to all my twittermates. Just like a steaming cup of coffee, you perk me up with every twits we share each day. Naks! Serious ito. Now that we have a virtual cup of coffee, off we go to Twitter - our virtual Starbucks. Lolz.
Don't worry if I get hold of miami heat tickets, who knows I might be able to treat you to watch a cool basketball game.

Spreading Creativity.

Jacq tagged me.

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{ created by Cathy, please don’t delete the graphics or alter it }

1. Copy the graphics designed by Cathy and then tell us your story about how you came to start designing. It doesn’t matter if it’s “for your eyes only” or you are designing for somebody.
2. Come back here and leave your link where you posted the story. I will add your blogs to the master list. If you have more than 1 blog you need to post the tag to your other blogs as well.
3. Passed it to people you know who makes beautiful crafts.
4. Make sure that you come back here to get the updated list of bloggers who joined the tag. This is a good way to increase our rankings on Technorati at the same time we get to read great stories.

So let’s start spreading those creativity.

1. Anything and Everything in Between
2. Designs By Vhiel
3. Vhiel’s Corner
4. Can of Thoughts
5. Digital Scrapbooking Creations
6. Me and My World
7. Big Money List
8. Simple Life, Simply Me
9. Digital Life Scraps
10. The Livy Updater
11. Pinay Mommy Online
12. Blessings and Beyond
13. The Artist in Mitch
14. InkBabyStudios
15. Aggie Scraps
16. Enchanted Play
17. Just My Scrap
18. The Scrapaholic Me

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Our T.H.E class way back elementary and freshman (HS) years exposed me into all sorts of crafts. We were taught how to crochet, made various projects that involved sewing (hand towel handle, an apron, etc), cross-stitching which became a hobby later and enabled me to finish several masterpieces. Then we were also taught how to make a throw pillowcase made of yarn and a lampshade. And now, with the advent of technology, I am hooked with digital scrapbooking.

I'm tagging Yen, Wanda and Suzanne.

Squealing and Giggling Asher.

I can't get enough of Asher's videos so here's another one featuring him giggling and squealing in so much delight. This was taken just yesterday when his Daddy was playing with him peek-a-boo. According to Mybabycenter:

Hearing your baby laugh is not only a joy — it’s a sign that your baby is developing emotionally and socially. Have fun triggering a giggle by gently tickling those toes or thighs. Or develop a pint-size comedy routine by making exaggerated facial expressions and funny animal sounds, snorts, and whistles. Don’t be surprised if your baby joins in with an ecstatic squeal that might catch your attention and make you laugh back.

Blabber Asher.

Hubby just recently downloaded a movie converter, and thanks to it, I was able to finally compress this video upload it to Youtube recently. Pardon the poor lighting (the need for a hi-def camcorder is very evident) and the daddy's funny dialogue but nevertheless, I'm sure you'll have fun watching our little blabber. This was shot some time April; our little one at 2 1/2 months.

An On-Call Drug Reference Guide.

Tomorrow's our little one's monthly check-up schedule so before driving to Frisco for the weekend, we'll be heading to the hospital first. No immunization via the needle to be given but he'll have orally the second dose of Rotarix which is an anti-diarrhea vaccine. Hoping and looking forward to hear that everything's well with our little one who's turning five months old next week.

I'll be printing later this info about drug reference guide from Epocrates. The pediatrician might not have heard about this yet so I'll inform her that this guide will be useful in her prescribing decisions such as drug dosing, side effects and health plan coverage. I saw that she has a Blackberry phone so this will function with it. The guide comes with free medical Pocket PC, Palm and Windows Mobile softwares. I bet she'll be allured with this thing.

Linkies Update.

I’m about to revamp my blogrolling list. And since several of you, my blogger friends, have added new blogs, please leave me a note listing down all your blogs so I can update and link them up in my 3 sites. Just please make sure though to link mine as well:

1. Swept Away - (http://www.mdanganan.com) : my main blog
2. The Scrapaholic Me - (http://www.mdanganan.info) : my digiscrap blog
3. Love. Happiness. Us. - (http://www.maipaul.blogspot.com) : my wedding blog turned random-ramblings-blog.

ABC's of Fashion.

Players: Swept Away | The Scrapaholic Me | Love. Happiness. Us. | YOUR BLOG

A: What accessories do you wear everyday?
***I rarely wear my jewelries when I’m just at home. If a burp pad or a lampin can be considered an accessory, then that’s what I have daily. Lolz.

B: What is your beauty routine?
***I just wash my face with water and Likas Papaya soap. Then, moisturizer pag naisipan.

C: What was the last item of clothing (for yourself) that you purchased?
***A Nursing Bra, I think.

D: Do you use a dresser, closet, or both?
***Both.

E: What type of earrings are in your ears right now?
***None.

F: What type of figure do you have?
***skinny.

G: Do you wear glasses?
***nope.

H: What type of handbag do you carry?
***A leather black shoulder bag.

I: What is your ideal style?
***i like wearing jeans and whatever top i feel like wearing.

J: What jewelry are you wearing right now?
***none. When I go out, I wear my wedding ring, engagement ring, necklace, and earrings.

K: Do you wear knee-hi stockings?
***no.

L: Do you *have* to wear matching lingerie?
***no.

M: Do you wear makeup?
***whenever I go out but I’m a minimalist.

N: Do you wear nightgowns?
***no.

O: What outerwear do you put on when going out on a typical winters day?
***no winter here.

P: What is your favorite perfume?
***RL for women.

Q: Is your motto “quality over quantity” when it comes to clothing and accessories?
***Yes.

R: Do you wear rain boots?
***No.

S: Do you wear socks or slippers when your feet get cold?
***Yes..in fact I'm all set to watch Las Vegas Shows.

T: Do you have a set of travel luggage?
***None.

U: What is your daily uniform?
***None. Just my regular home clothes.

V: If you are married, did you wear a veil with your wedding dress? If not, how did you do your hair?
***Yes, i did.

W: Do you wear a watch?
***Yes.

X: What item of clothing always makes you feel extremely beautiful?
***None. Just my smile will do. Lolz.

Y: What is your favorite type of yarn?
***Huh..none.

Z: Do you prefer zippers or buttons?
***Buttons.

Cosmetology Education.

Are you considering to pursue a career in cosmetology? Search no more as Regency Beauty Institute exists and they continue to expand their campuses across the country. Just recently they to almost 30 campuses across nine states starting at just two schools in Minnesota six years ago. Regency Beauty Institute is a cosmetology school that brings unique approach to cosmetology education to new markets. The students are skillfully trained using salons similar to the topnotch ones in the industry. More over, the students are having On-The-Job Training wherein they render actual quality salon services to the public under close supervision of a faculty at a discounted price. Their graduates are recognized and sought after across the country.

What Scrapbooking Item Are You?

You are STICKERS!

You like brightening things up in life and decorating your living space with your own personal style. You are versatile and able to get things done with a stick-to-it attitude. People love your colorful personality and personal flair! You like exploring new things and are willing to try anything once. But Stickers beware - sometimes you like to stick to someone that you like a little too much and take them into your confidence a little too easily. Your personality tends to make you a steadfast friend, but make sure the friends you choose are worth your efforts!

Take the Quiz here. Then, add your site where you posted this quiz and the scrapbooking item that describes you.

PLAYERS: THE SCRAPAHOLIC ME - Stickers | YOUR SITE

I'd also like to know that of my fellow digiscrapper friends so I'm tagging: Aggie, Buge, Caryl, Diane, Jacq, Alpha, JennyL, Litzie, Yen and you.

Thanks Diane!

Look here what Diane has RAKed (Random Act of Kindness) me with.


Isn't she sweet and isn't my son a darling? I was so lucky to have his first successful "heads up" adventure captured and his sunny smile and pose added delight even more. Such a sweet memory to cherish. It's actually one of my favorite shots that's why when Diane asked an Asher pic to scrap, I knew which photo to give. My son's definitely a charmer and I'm just so overly delighted that Diane whipped up a layout with it. Thanks girl!

Meanwhile, my download isn't through yet (my connection's so slooowwwwwwwww) so I'll just check out some kitchen faucets online. The helper broke our faucet's handle that's why we have to replace it asap.

For the Nth time.

So while I'm downloading a kit which I'm going to use for another CT layout soon, blogging and setting my mood to a sleepy mode, the husband's beside me watching The Gladiator over at HBO for the nth time. Such medieval themed movies are his favorites and he wouldn't mind watching them over and over again up to the point that he has memorized already the scenes sequence and even the dialogue. He's so glued to the boob tube enjoying the movie as if he's relaxed on a theater seating. Shall I bring in the popcorn, honey?

The Domino Tag.

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Rule: Copy the entire list and add your name at the bottom. And tag at least 5 friends. (But you can tag as many as you like).
Note: Please link the blog where you posted the tag We appreciate you linking all your blogs but make sure you post the tag in the blogs too.

Mommy Talks | Aggie Shoots. Aggie Scraps | All Kinds of Me Stuff | The Salad Caper | Winding Creek Circle | Anorexic Queen | Apple of Yan Ple | YanPle | Howell and Abie | My Planet Purple | WomenXplore | Princess Bela | My Happy Place | I am Dzoi | Cliktrik | Life’s Simple Pleasures | Coffee Table Conversations | 100% Kelly | My Colorful World | Ramdom Thoughts | Scribbles of My Life | In This Game of Life | The Shopaholic in Me | Mommyhood and Me | My Charmed Life | My Joys | Sassy Finds | Celebrating Life | Life is Peachy | Belly, Baby and Beyond | {BloggerHappy} | {BerryScrappy} | The Scrapaholic Me | Love. Happiness. Us. | Swept Away

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I'm tagging Suzanne, Kathy, Wanda, Mhay and Tet.

Travel Ad.

For those jetsetters out there, if in case you haven't been to my Swept Away blog yet, better hurry and check out the cool domestic travel packages that a friend of mine offers. She's running a travel agency and should you be wanting to go to a cool domestic destination like Boracay, Bohol, Palawan, Sagada, etc., her rates are worth considering. For irresistible air and hotel deals, check out the links on my sidebar in that blog.

Various Qs.

Have you ever been gone on a blind date? No.

Skipped school? Yes. There was one time the whole class cut one subject during our Majoring years.

Been on a plane? Yes.

Been lost? Many times.

Swam in the ocean? Yes.

Cried yourself to sleep? Yes several times.

Played cops and robbers? Nah.

Played dolls? Yes. Of course, Barbie fanatic here.

Recently colored with crayons? No. It's been ages. Perhaps I'll be two years from now when my little Asher gets to know about pens and crayons.

Sang karaoke? Yes..but that's when I was just a Pre-schooler. Years after and until now, the songs don't like me anymore. :D

Paid for a meal with coins only? Yes. Coins are too heavy to carry in a purse. Need to dispose them.

Done something you said you wouldn't? Yes.

Cheated on a test? Yes. Niyahaha!

Made prank phone calls? Yes. There was one time during my teenage foolish years.

Laughed until some kind of beverage came out of your nose? No. That must be crazy and painful.

Caught a snowflake on your tongue? No.

Danced in the rain? No.

Written a letter to Santa Claus? I think I did.

Watched the sunrise with someone you care about? No. Because I'm a late riser.

Been kissed under the mistletoe? No.

Gone ice skating? No. I don't know how.

Been skinny dipping outdoors? No although I'm skinny but I don't have the guts to do it.

Favorite drink I'm allowed on a regular basis? Soda.

Tattoos? None.

Body piercing? Just an ear piercing.

Vacation spot? Dream vacay at the moment is Reno experience...Lake Tahoe, reno hotels, Sierra Adventures and a whole lot more. Just another wishful thinking here. On a serious note, we're bound to Boracay this December.

Eaten cookies for dinner? Yes.

Ever been on TV? Yes. The cam just ran through me for a split sec. I was one of those thousands of viewers watching the UAAP basketball game live.

Ever been in a car accident? No. Thank God.

Favorite number and why? 2 (Asher's bday), 12 (my bday), 14 (hubby's bday), 17 (wedding anniv) and 19 (bf-gf anniv).

Favorite movie? All time favorite is Armageddon and Pearl Harbor.

Favorite holiday? Christmas

Favorite smells? Buttered popcorn and Asher's breath.

What do you do to relax? Stay online.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Still here in the country perhaps managing my own business and taking care of 3 kids.

I Never Knew Love.

So here's another CT duty I did for Aja.

Credits:
Multi Photo Templates 1 by Aja Abney
Color Wonderful Kit by Aja Abney

The template I used will be making its debut on the shop this coming friday so stay tuned for that.

Meanwhile, see how big Asher has become already and I, myself is even surprised how fast he's growing. Can someone stop the time please? Before I know it, he's walking and running soon. Although I'm ecstatic about his growth and development, I'd still want to baby him. I'm definitely delighted and fulfilled seeing that he's thriving well. As for me, obviously there's some weight loss over the past months, but I'm just okay. Being a mother can be tiring but as they say, it's a very rewarding experience and in fact, the highest paying job there is since payment is pure love.

Nursery Chest.

Lookie here what I've stumbled upon at Sunshine Studio Scraps. A kit entitled Nursery Chest. And I'm quiet drawn to all the elements contained and honestly, I'm 50-50 undecided whether I'll hit now the checkout button in the shop or not. Whew! If only I have some spare buck to shell out of my paypal wallet, I could have snagged it right away. I like it because I can make use of it to scrap tons of Asher pics. All baby-related stuffs are here except for strollers which I wished Moon Scraps have included. Nevertheless, these are packed with other outrageous elements so this might end in my hard disk later. Lolz.

Cheap Prescription Eyeglasses.

While I'm googling about digiscrapping kits with eyeglasses embellishments or of that sort for a genius-themed layout I'll be doing, I stumbled upon this great site zennioptical.com. It is an online store offering stylish prescription glasses for as low as $8. They have a wide array of lens selection from single vision lens to tinted sunglasses and progressive lens. What's remarkable about them is that their prices are so affordable since they are offered at wholesale price.

Starlight Starbright.

I have been planning to digiscrap a CT layout but I just couldn't find a spare time to do so. We're nannyless since last week that's why my online and computer time is just restricted to checking mails and beating deadlines of pending online tasks. I'm praying and hoping that Manang Lita will be here by next week.

Anyway, last night, since I'm through with all the online assignments I got and after knowing what Leptitrex is all about, I finally found a time to whip up a quick layout. Here's my first CT layout using Aja Abney's Dreamer Kit available at scrapartist.com. You may also click on the kit's image to visit Aja's shop.

Credits: Dreamer Kit by Aja Abney at Scrapartist.com

Some Kinda Love Freebie.

Ellie Lash and her hubby had their wedding anniversary last Monday and to celebrate it, she created and shared this wonderful freebie: Some Kinda Love. This went directly to my download files as I love the hue as well as the "love always" beaded bracelet. Click on the image to be directed to Ellie's post.



Meanwhile, I'm off to check out the diet pills my friend just recently bought.

Kylie's Invite 2 and a Toot.

Okay..I have a toot to boot.

Aja Abney of Scrapartist.com announced last week a Guest CT Call at MSA and DST. And in order for me to drive back my digiscrapping mojos, I responded to her call by doing a layout using her Be My Guest Mini Kit. Here's the layout I submitted:

"Lullaby"
Credits:
Guest CT Freebie by Aja Abney
Nigh & Day Ribbon by Beth Rimmer
Love You Element by Coralie Designs
Sleep Tight Element by Misty Cato

And guess what, I got accepted! Ang the bigger news is that I'm offered not with a guest stint but with a permanent position. I'm now officially one of Aja's girls. Check out the annoucement here. I'm so excited to work with Aja and the rest of the team.

On another note, here's the second baptism invite I did for Kylie. Unlike the first one, I went for a neat and simple one using just two papers still from Julie Billingsby's Yesteryear Baby Collection. I made two layouts entirely with two different styles so my sister-in-law has an option. I'm unsure of her taste so it's up to her which ever she chooses.

Credits:
Yesteryear Shabby Baby Girl Papers by Julie Billingsley

So there, I think my digiscrapping mojos are finally back. I have a commitment to fulfill so you'd see new layouts uploaded here every now and then.

I have to go now as a friend just buzzed over YM and asked me to help her find online jobs in Chicago to apply for. Her US Visa just got approved and she's bound to migrate there by the end of this year.

Kylie's Invite 1

My sister-in-law asked me a favor to design and digital scrap a layout for her daughter's Christening invitation. This just came in time as I have a newly bought girl-themed kit by Julie Billingsby of Sweet Shoppe Designs. It's part of the Yesteryear Baby Collection which is currently at 30% off its original price.

Here's the first invite I whipped up using the said kit. I am yet to upload the second one on which I used the same kit as above.

Credits:
Yesteryear Shabby Baby Girl Kit by Julie Billingsley
Pin from I Am Baby kit by Eva Kipler
Swirls Therapy by Jofia Devoe

Meanwhile, I have to check out these Hilton Head rentals a friend has referred while the second invite is being uploaded.