posted by Jennie on Feb 26
Montsch and Iris Acosta picked us up dawn of V Day to spend the whole day and a half in La Virginia Resort in Batangas. It was a lovely ride aboard Rose (the Acosta’s new ride), which is WiFi to boot! Dear Iris took care of our accommodation arrangements weeks prior to our quick getaway.
But before we headed to La Virginia Resort that day, Itot, a fellow blogger who I have known from way back, (probably one of the few bloggers we have met online late 2007) toured us across Lipa. He played tour guide, sharing with us the lush beauty of Batangas. From Bluroze Farms, to two majestic churches in Lipa and even the public park that puts to shame most parks that I know of in Manila. Before this, we only got to visit Batangas once or twice. But we weren’t able to appreciate it as much as we did during this trip. Basically because we did not know where to go. It was essentially a field trip of sorts that my son and I could make use of and discuss about during our class. Itot showed also showed us around the museum and we had lunch at Lando and Lorie’s Banay Banay Eatery.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 25
If there is anything a work from home mom (with being a virtual assistant as a part time job) needs, it is a decent internet connection. Our home is currently wired with two postpaid subscription via PLDT myDSL and another broadband provider. The other two that we make use of are prepaid lines. All of which cannot compare to PLDT myDSL.
fresh speedtest report
It was in January 2009, when I blogged about dropping a broadband subscription for PLDT myDSL Bundle Plan 1299. The package that came with the plan was the telephone line and an internet speed (DSL) originally with up to 512Kbps. The speed has since upgraded from 512Kbps to 768Kbps around September last year without hike on my monthly bill. Sweet! We are past our second year with PLDT myDSL and I cannot be more satisfied. One of the few times I had trouble with my internet speed was when our place got flooded with Ondoy, which was only but understandable. They were able to fix the problem in no time. Turned out that a wire from the box where we are connected is grounded of sorts. If there were other issues with my connection, I got their technical team on it in no time.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 19
Just as the hubby has warned me with last week, it really is about consistency after all. A week since I got back to my toes and worked out, I slid right back yet again in an instant. But one thing I’m really happy about is we finally got rid of that nasty bug that has been going around the house for months!
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posted by Jennie on Feb 16
After having Mike Flynt’s The Power Based Life: Realize Your Life’s Goals and Dreams sit for two weeks with my other “next in line” books, I finally picked it up some days ago and fired up into reading one page after the other. I cannot be more convinced that Thomas Nelson publishes no less than the best books.
I would not have taken so much interest on this book if it was not because of Mike Flynt’s very own background. I believe it was in one of those network cables that I first heard about his story. Just to give you an idea who Mike Flynt is:
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posted by Jennie on Feb 13
When the hubby and I received an invite last week for Max’s Pre-Valentine event happening on our 14th anniversary as a couple, we were not able to confirm right away since we were not sure if we will be celebrating elsewhere. But since we are slated to go to Batangas on V Day, we thought we can drop by and check out Max’s Valentine offering.
True enough, Max’s Valentine event cannot be more timely. The theme was love and and everything sweet. We have known and loved Max’s Caramel Bars for as long as we can remember but have not really tried for ourselves their other offerings.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 10
One of the most exciting times a woman can have is the time between being asked for her hand and the moment she says, “I do”. This is an amazing time because the woman finally gets to plan and execute the wedding of her dreams. Even if she has a small budget, there are most certainly ways she can cut corners and still be very happy and proud of her glorious day. Read the rest of this entry »
posted by Jennie on Feb 9
I have always known that I am part of the minority. I don’t like flowers on Valentine’s Day or any other occasion for that matter. I would rather receive chocolates or practical things that I can use. People oftentimes don’t get me. But I’m really just different that way. I’d rather get a flower in a pot. That way I don’t have to witness it wither too soon.
But as for the hubby and I and and two of our blogger friends, Iris and Montsch, we will celebrating hearts day in a lovely place somewhere in Batangas. It will be a double date for us. Maybe our not so little guy in tow to stand as our human tripod again. Meanwhile, I hope to share with you this interesting Valentine’s Day survey infographic by Interflora. 
posted by Jennie on Feb 5
One of the many things I have learned by being a hands on mom of almost 6 years now is the importance of showing my son I value him by allowing him to usher me in his world of play. It is often easy to see a kids ongoings as petty and all. But I find that it means a lot to him that I indulge him as he creates robots and out of this world creatures out of lego pieces.
Jed calls this his tunnel tree.
With a lot of things in my head as being the lone person to take care of the house (and everything else), you can just imagine how easy it is for me to get distracted and do something in between the conversations of one robot to the other.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 4
New year came in and reminded our family that we need to take steps to live healthier. More veggies, less meat. We welcomed the new year not in our best health. My eyes started becoming vulnerable. The number of hours I spend on the computer has taken its toll on my poor eyes. But I am still thankful that my vision is still 20/20. I have been going back and forth to the eye doctor to have it checked. I was first told I had conjunctivitis, then allergy, then dry eyes. For which, I was given artificial tears. Now I can no longer function in front of the computer for more than 5 minutes without my multi-coated spectacles. I can’t even manage to have my hair dried in front of the fan without getting my eyes all red. I might have to go check with another doctor just so I could have a clear diagnosis of what this is.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 4
When my husband and I bought our plane tickets to Davao and Bohol on September last year via the Philippine Travel Mart in Megatrade Hall in Megamall, we knew we also will check out the 18th Philippine Travel Tour Expo slated on February 18 to 20, 2011 at the SMX Convention Center Halls 1-4, Mall of Asia Pasay City.
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posted by Jennie on Feb 3
The Galileo Enrichment Learning Program is bringing you a one-day workshop for parents and their grade school children (grades 2 to 4) on Singapore Math entitled “Unlocking the Secrets to Singapore Math.” This workshop aims to educate the participants with solving strategies used by the Singaporeans.
The workshop will be held on February 12, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Bestsellers, 4th Level, Robinsons Galleria, EDSA corner Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City. It will be conducted by a mother-and-son tandem, Dr. Queena Lee-Chua and Scott Chua who are both advocates of the Singapore Math.
For inquiries and registration, please call 898.1234 or email events@galileoenrichment.com.
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