Is it possible to go to a beach for 4 days and not get a tan?

You see, when we booked this trip to the beach, I planned on getting the best tan ever. But when I found out our other family trip is scheduled 2 weeks after our trip to the beach, I have a change of heart. I don’t want to end up looking toasted in our (family trip) photobook.

So I guess I have to look for one of those modern outdoor seating with canopy… and hibernate? Hahaha. I’m torn between having the best summer trip and having the best out-of-country photos. I know I just need to choose one.

I’ve been wanting to just lounge and waste away time under the sun. Tsk.
Seriously, is it possible?

I like what ProFlowers does on Facebook. I like seeing it on my feeds, reminding people to stay sweet, and that girls simply love flowers.

I used to think that I am not a flower person. That unlike other girls, I used to think that sending me flowers is just predictable. But I was proven wrong when the husband sent me flowers on simple days, it melt my heart. So yes, he didn’t send me flowers on my birthday or anniversary (uhm ok, he did once) because he knew I find it predictable, but he found a way for me to realize that I, too, love flowers by sending them when I least expect it.

I bought a couple of stuff online as gifts to some relatives and friends. Hint, they are personalized. I just hope they’ll like it. I remember a friend gave away personalized lapel pins and everyone loved it.

Speaking of gifts, the little girl received an early Christmas gift from daddy and mommy. We saw this on sale and thought it might go back to its original price soon so we had to buy it immediately. (From P1399, we got it for only P800) We told her though that this is her Christmas gift.

First of all, pardon the prolonged hibernation of this blogger. The only excuse I could think of right now is my unsuccessful attempt to juggle between motherhood and career.

Anyway, despite being cheapskate that I am, I sometimes manage to buy items from friends that are within my super strict budget but very nice. Did I mention that we have a little twitterafia and some ladies sell LV/Gucci/Longchamp bags, michael kors watches, etc etc (which simply means too many to mention, and trust me, too many). And well of course, some sell, and others buy.

The excitement starts when an item is announced as for sale. And it builds up little by little until one is confirmed to be the first and therefore the lucky buyer. The fun doesn’t stop there as we meet up for these loots! Just like we did last Oct 21st at Chili’s.

Hubby is a gamer. One shouldn’t be surprised that he is as both his parents are gamers too. Be it online or offline, laptop or phone, Wii or playstation, he loves them all. So if we find gamestop coupons, we are sure to use them. (I just discovered coupon’ing, and started enjoying it.)

Don’t get me wrong. He plays physically too. He plays basketball, bowling and billiards too. So yes, any type of game can give him the adrenaline rush.

Anyway, true to his nature. He uses this as his iPhone case.

It’s just so him!

Two weeks ago, hubby started craving for Tong Yang Hot Pot. But we decided we can just go on the following weekend. We totally forgot about it, so while browsing for trucking gps systems, we were surprise that our friends came to our place inviting us to the shabu-shabu place. They remembered.

We went to its Quezon Avenue branch. It was 5 years ago when we last visited the place. And I’m surprised that the place still looked, well, the same. To be honest, I dreaded going back because I knew I’d smell like food after (and we planned on catching a movie later that night).

But anyway, we still went ahead. And boy was I happy we did. The different sea foods and the egg sauce? My fave! Eat (and drink) all you can, at that! We went there Saturday dinner so it was P585 per head.

And then, they brought in the crabs.

Burp!

October 29, 2011, Saturday, 4:00 PM
Fully Booked, Bonifacio High Street

First 30 kids to email the following info:

Name, age, name of guardian and
Mobile number/Email address of guardian

will make Halloween cupcakes with Sonja’s cupcakes
and get treats from Outback Steakhouse!

aimeediego@fullybookedonline.com
lorainesanchez@fullybookedonline.com

While my friend and I debate on the best insurance comparing life rates, we still agree on one thing, it is practical to get one for security and peace of mind. Same goes to cars. I remember one time that one owner-type jeep hit our car. The driver instinctively got down to check the damage. But he suddenly went back to his jeep and simply drove away. Good thing I got his plate number. So the insurance company will be the one running after them.

Finally, my training has finished and we took the exam. I’m a bit worried about the results but I don’t really like to torture myself for 5 days so I’m just leaving it to my fate if I’ll pass or not. Still, I admit I was feeling agitated so when hubby asked me if I want to join them for a drink, I agreed. I didn’t drink though. My mommy “duties” don’t allow such. But I’ll be honest, I miss drinking with friends, and the “balancing of steps” few hours and the alcohol detox the day after. Just like in college. Yeah. I’m starting to feel that I’ve come to that age that it’s no longer acceptable to be careless. Few drinks would be fine but not too much that I end up unintentionally zigzagging later.

My husband loves playing PC Games so I am always on the lookout for sales. Same with kids wear and toys, I subscribe to different shopping sites to make sure I don’t miss an “important” sale.

And today, I received this on my inbox.

I think I’m getting addicted to online shopping.

Speaking of which, Facebook has updated its interface which makes all my inquiries (comments) to online sellers visible to my husband via the new ticker. Argh! Boo FB!

Btw, I promise to blog here if ever I discover how to hide all my activities from my friends’ ticker.