Hello, I'm Sneezy

You know that dreadful feeling when you know that you are coming down with something. Either a cold, sorethroat, flu or a combination of all three. I have been ignoring these symptoms since it started this morning, and I'm afraid that my sniffles has gotten into rapid, repetetive sneezes and an itchy throat. I'm trying not to drink any kind of over-the-counter medication as much as possible because the old fashion way would be the ideal way to cure this.

Rest and fluids. That's all I need. Oh gawd! I hate this; and I'm blaming it all in the weather. Can't believe how chilly mornings can turn into a sizzling afternoon in one day. I just hope that I'd feel better before the up coming holiday arrives.

*sniff* Hope you guys wouldn't catch this aweful bug from someone. *sniff*

The Notebook

My hubby borrowed a few DVDs from a friend. One of them was The Notebook. Yup, I know. I heard a lot of good reviews about it and is giddy about watching it with my hubby. It was about 10 0'clock last night when we decided to do so. I knew my hubby wouldn't last that long in a very romantic and sappy movie. I think he would if we were to watch in the morning contrary to the long, tiring day after work. A few minutes after the movie started I heard him snore. Hehe. Just what I thought he would do.

I originally planned to watch only for an hour but it turned out to be quite interesting and definitely very romantic. Hay, young love, so pure and innocent yet so naive. It's the typical girl meets boy; parents disapproves boy; separated for years; meets again just when girl is about to wed someone else; boy and girl reunited. It was all being narrated by an old man who turned out to be the boy in the story. He is reading this story to an old lady who happens to be , whoelse, the girl. The twist is, the old lady could not recall any of it. Her husband reads her the story everyday in hopes of somehow regaining her memory back. It reminded me of 50 first dates, but in a serious note. On the last part, she somehow remembers that it was their love story he was reading to her unfortunately, only for a few minutes. They are soon joined by the power of their love as they both peacefully and synchronically pass away. Only in the movies...

The story is not something to be excited about. But since the leading actor looked so dreamy, it was worth watching it (I first saw him in Murder by Numbers). A lot of kissing going on too! Definitely for the hopeless romantics.

My rating : Pwede na rin.

Randomness

I can feel that summer is truly just around the corner. For the past two days I have been dreaming about jumping into a pool, or tiptoeing on the seashore. Yesterday I bought a couple of bathing suits for my daughter and a pair for myself as well. Can't wait to go sunbathing in the scorching heat and get sunburns afterwards. As of now, no one could tell if this weather is going to last. California weather is so crazy that no once could guarantee anything at all. One day it feels like summer, the next day it’s raining cats and dogs. Just two days ago or so, it was so windy and chilly. We're planning to go to a water park soon to cool off. So, fingers crossed.

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I know it's kind of old news but I just have got to blog about last Tuesday’s amazing race. Truly amazing. I have never literally jumped in front of the tv, cheering them on, in hopes that the underdog would win. Uchenna and Joyce's competitors were very tough. Rob and Amber were quite a team. They're smart, physically fit, and fast that they have maintained to be either the first or second place all throughout the race. This morning I saw them on Regis and Kelly's morning show. And they were all ranting and blaming it on American Airlines. I, myself was in shock as I watch the stewardess open the airplane's door once again for Uchenna and Joyce. I think it was an act of God. I remember them praying for a little miracle, and their prayers were answered.

The last part, Uchenna was begging for money to pay the taxicab, made my heart race because the show's editing team made it look like Rob and Amber were closely gaining on them. On the other hand, I was curious if that was just a dramatic effect. Was there a rule about leaving your cabs unpaid? Coz if that were up to me, I'd dash to finish the race and pay the driver triple what I owe him, don't you think? Anyway, so glad that these seemingly good people got what they deserved. I heard from a later report, they were about to go through in vitro fertilization.

And so now, the apprentice; it's down to the final two. So happy to finally have a sure female winner, my bet is on the street marts. I have not really watched this consistently but I wouldn't miss tonight's finale.

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"If I could" Meme

I was tagged by jassy, so here goes.

Rules: What follows is a list of different occupations. You must select at least five of them. You may add more if you like to your list before you pass it on (after you select five of the items as it was passed to you). Of the five you selected, you are to finish each phrase with what you would do as a member of that profession. Then pass it on to three other bloggers.

Here's that list:
If I could be a scientist... If I could be a farmer...
If I could be a musician... If I could be a doctor
If I could be a painter... If I could be a gardener
If I could be a missionary... If I could be a chef...
If I could be an architect... If I could be a linguist...
If I could be a psychologist... If I could be a librarian...
If I could be an athlete... If I could be a lawyer...
If I could be an innkeeper... If I could be a professor...
If I could be a writer... If I could be a backup dancer...
If I could be a goonie... If I could be a spy...
If I could be a llama-rider... If I could be a bonnie pirate...
If I could be a midget stripper... If I could be a proctologist...
If I could be a TV-Chat Show host... If I could be an actor...
If I could be a judge... If I could be a Jedi...
If I could be a mob boss... If I could be a backup singer...
If I could be a CEO... If I could be a hobbit...
If I could be a movie reviewer... If I could be a monkey's uncle...
If I could be a gangster... If I could be Miss America...

I chose:

If I could be a scientist I'd discover the cure for diabetes, cancer, AIDs etc.

If I could be an athlete I'd be a swimmer. I'd join the Olympics and beat all record holders and would probably be in the Guinness Book of World Records.

If I could be a backup dancer I'd dance my butt off with all the famous faces, from Britney to P. Diddy, in hopes of getting discovered and making it big just like Jlo.

If I could be a spy I'd spy on Osama Bin Laden and his cronies. I'd also find out if Saddam Hussein is keeping any weapons of mass destruction.

If I could be a CEO I'd be in the fashion/clothes industry. I'd build the biggest empire of affordable yet good quality and high fashion clothes.

If I could be a gangster I'd tell my fellow gangsters to quit and straighten out our acts because there's so much more to life that being a gangster.

If I could be Miss America/Philippines I'd be all over the world, showing off my signature wave. I'd try my best to help third world countries.

Okay. That was fun. Got a little carried away there...

I tag Madel, Dred and Goldi.

Four Generations of Women

My Grandmother, mother and daughter.

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Before I was a MOM Before I was a Mom I made and ate hot meals. I had unstained clothing. I had quiet conversations on the phone. Before I was a Mom, I slept as late as I wanted And never worried about how late I got into bed. I brushed my hair and my teeth everyday. Before I was Mom I cleaned my house each day. I never tripped over toys or forgot words of lullabies. Before I was a Mom I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous. I never thought about immunizations. Before I was a Mom I had never been puked on Pooped on Spit on Chewed on Peed on Or pinched by tiny fingers Before I was a Mom I had complete control of: My thoughts My body And my mind. I slept all night. Before I was a Mom I never held down a screaming child So that doctors could do tests Or give shots. I never looked into teary eyes and cried. I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin. I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep. Before I was a Mom I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put it down. I never felt my heart break into a million pieces When I couldn't stop the hurt. I never knew that something so small Could affect my life so much. I never knew that I could love someone so much. I never knew I would love being a Mom. Before I was a Mom I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body. I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. I didn't know that bond between a Mother and her child. I didn't know that something so small Could make me feel so important. Before I was a Mom I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay I had never known the warmth The joy The love The heartache The wonder Or the satisfaction of being a Mom. I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much before I was a Mom.

Funny Phonecall

Please, please read this post! I know it's long but I promise that you'll love the ending...

I was busily surfing the net a few hours ago when the phone rang. Expecting a call from my hubby, I promptly answered only to find out that it was an annoying telemarketer. From all the experience I had with telemarketers I knew that if there would be a time to be upfront and blunt, it would be on his/her first few uttered words. "I am not interested with whatever you're selling, goodbye." It should be quick and snappy. No if's, no buts, no more questions asked. But then I distinctively heard him mentioning that he was from my school LATTC and is offering me a scholarship, it made me perk up a bit. Although it was very difficult to understand him because of the heavy korean accent, I did my best to listen carefully because it would be a waste to pass up such good opportunity, or so I thought. Since I'm in the dean's list (modesty aside), I knew that I could be qualified for this alleged scholarship proposal.

He then proceeded asking me some prequilification questions. In the back of my head I knew and I swear that if this guy would ask me about personal questions such as social security number, birthday or anything that would potentially jeopardize the security of my identification, I'd hang up. He didn't. He asked me common scholarship prequal questions. If I had any criminal background or credit problems; any unpaid bills or tickets; the total number of course units I have so far. The answer would be NO. My background is clean and I have earned sufficient units.

My ears perked up once again when he started questioning my height and weight! That was definitely very odd. Not the typical question to ask. I halfheartedly gave him the info, he replied that my height would be a problem (since I'm so short) but is still optimistic.

Okay here's the catch....As he was babbling along about all the benefits I would receive, I heard one word that stunned me. The ARMY. Oh my gosh! After making me succumb to the most temptous offer he then blurted that I would be sent to Iraq or any god-forsaken land for that matter, to "serve my country". What a jerk! But I kept my cool, although in my head I was at the same time laughing so hard and embarassed by the whole conversation. I politely and slowly backed off, using my hubby as an escape goat. I told him that I had to discuss it with my husband and would let him know if ever we are interested. Thank God, he took the bait and ended the most surreal chat I had ever have. I pretended to jot down the contact numbers he gave in case I'd be interested to sign up.

I have all my respect to the men and women out there in Iraq and other places in the Middle East. They are heroes. But this ain't for me. My husband and I are laughing our tails off and joked around that I was nearly sent to the battlegrounds. Well, not really the war zone per se but the medical field because he knew that I am to pursue nursing. The offer was ridiculously enticing, tuition-free education from any university of my choice, rent-free townhouse, and cash. It was a very good deal but then you'll be far away from your loved ones, not knowing when your "service" would be completed. That's the catch.

Phew! That was close. That is why, in life, I have learned that when something is too good to be true, it's not true. Read the fine prints, there's almost always a catch.

Extra, extra

Just wanted to know your reaction on this. Not sure if you guys know it already but I just found out this weekend. Guess who Tom, as in Tom Cruise, is dating nowadays?
She's no other than Joey, the girly girl from a the hit show Dawson's Creek. I like her, she's cute and feminine. Think they're about 20 years apart. But who cares? Tom is still Tom Cruise and they look darn good together. They're tinsel towns newest gorgeous couple and the paparazzi's latest stalking target. It's like honey to the bees.

Would you date a guy who's way older than you are? I say, why not, if he's as gorgeous as Tom or Brad. Of course there's things to take account as well that's most significant in any relationship, the chemistry. Some couple just click, regardless of age, race or socio-eco status. And I'm happy for them. Demi Moore and that Ashton guy, has been dating for quite awhile now. It's just kind of weird seeing Ashton along with her kids, though. I think it's a bad idea to stand close beside the little ones. But then again...who cares?