Happy Birthday to all March Celebrants!

Happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month of March! May you all have a great time celebrating it with your loved ones.

1 - j-an c.
2 - sophia h., tamsin l.
4 - jc j.
5 - marj s-c, leigh s.
6 - lolo vic, guido j.
7 - ignacio h.
8 - tita tess h.
9 - jonner n.
10 - franz s.
12 - tita betty q.
15 - aaron mark h., jill e.
16 - denise t.
19 - patrick m.
21 - philip a.
23 - nat a.
25 - raymund c.
29 - mian b., gerald e.
30 - jem u.

God bless!

one month old!

Elise turned one month old today! We actually have a new nickname for her... Taba-Chix! Hehehe!!!

a reverse survey from karla who got it from iza...

If you leave a comment...

1. I'll respond with something random about you.
2. I'll tell you what song/movie reminds me of you.
3. I'll pick a flavor of jello to wrestle with you in.
4. I'll say something that only makes sense to you and me.
5. I'll tell you my first/clearest memory of you.
6. I'll tell you what animal you remind me of.
7. I'll ask you something that I've always wondered about you.

If I do this for you, you must post this on your blog.

what does the year 2008 have in store for a goat like me...

Annual Forecast for the Goat 13 February 1907 - 1 February 1908 (Fire Goat) 1 February 1919 - 19 February 1920 (Earth Goat) 17 February 1931 - 5 February 1932 (Metal Goat) 5 February 1943 - 24 January 1944 (Water Goat) 24 January 1955 - 11 February 1956 (Wood Goat) 9 February 1967 - 29 January 1968 (Fire Goat) 28 January 1979 - 15 February 1980 (Earth Goat) 15 February 1991 - 3 February 1992 (Metal Goat) 1 February 2003 - 21 January 2004 (Water Goat) Career This 2008 sees the Goat enjoying good communications with the boss. He or she will recognize your innate talents and either offer you a promotion or give you a chance to take on extra responsibility! To this we say carpe diem - seize the day. For Goat business owners, you may have to play peacekeeper among your staff since they will be antagonistic towards each other and disrupt an otherwise good work flow. If you are not keen on being the mediator among your staff, the next best thing is to enroll them in group motivation seminars or courses, which happens to be very auspicious for your business this year - it will also do the quarrelsome bunch some good! Wealth The Goat is in for some really good luck for 2008. All Goats are bound to prosper this year, but this is especially so for those who are higher up the corporate ladder. The higher you are, the better you stand to gain from this year's Wealth luck! The Goat will also be able to procure money in the oddest of situations, so always keep your ears and eyes open for any kind of opportunities this 2008, regardless of how bizarre the situation. Goats who are in the creative industry or in performing arts will excel this year - the spotlight's on you, so do your very best to gain the most. Relationship Goat, tread lightly this year since there is a potential for some harm in your relationship. There is a tendency for you to be suspicious of your spouse or partner, and feel as if you are being betrayed. These are just mere feelings, therefore, do not succumb to emotional outbursts but discuss this matter with your partner. If your relationship has been a little patchy lately, there is a possibility of a break-up this year. But, all is not lost - one you get past the problematic issues, you will see a renewal of love and deep understanding with your loved one! Singleton Goats will be able to meet plenty of potential partners, but it is advisable for you to take the time to nurture existing relationships instead of hopping into a new one. For those who are attached and planning to get married, this year is not a good time for the Goat to do so. Health Goats who have been experiencing nagging health problems should definitely take up the problem to a clinic of hospital this year because you will be able to find a good doctor and solid professional help. Those of you who would like to undergo a detox program should definitely do so this year, as well. As for the traveling Goat, be wary of food poisoning this year.

survey time! grabbed from my cousin Chay...

Time for another survey!!!

1. when u write ur name, nakaklimutan mo ba isulat ang middle initial mo?
** i don't forget, i just don't write it at times

2. last time na ngkasakit ka?
** last summer (july)

3. maayos ka ba mag-notes?
** the first ones i copy during class are messed up, but i take time to re-write and organize them all

4. kelan ka huling nasurprise ?
** tuesday

5. anu-anong phobia meron ka?
** nothing on a phobia level

7. have u ever experienced being trapped?
** yup in this creepy house sa bagiou.

8. anung animal/s ang pinakagusto mo?
** i like dogs, but i wouldn't want to own one

9. bakit kulay yellow c spongebob?
** don't ask me, why would i know

10. anong shampoo ang gamit mo?
** johnson's baby shampoo! hahaha!!!

11. may shower ba kayo?
** yup yup

12. san ka pinaglihi?
** i have no idea

13. pinakamsay ang bonding moments ninyong magkakaibigan?
** too many to mention

14. mahilig ka ba sa spicy food?
** not really

15. enchanted kingdom o starcity?
** enchanted kingdom, though its not much of a choice between the two

16. may special someone ka na?
** yup yup

17. swimming or shopping?
** swim, though i'm not good at it

18. cno mdalas mangasar sayo?
** franny!

19. anong local band ang pinakgus2 mo?
** eraserheads (the original group)

21. hows your day?
** it was good, got some stuff taken care of

20. paano ka magtampo?
** i tend to ignore the person and not really interact with them as much

21. ano ang talent mo?
** marami! =)

22. cno inspiration mo ngayon?
** elise!

23. strict ba parents mo?
** with certain things yes

24. kung maiistranded kayo sa isang island cno ang gus2 mong ksama..??
** franny, family & friends.... but that would mean stranded din sila? that's not a good thing right?

25. do you lOve music?
** yup yup

27. ano ang gusto mong matanggap ngay0ng pasko?
** no idea whatsoever

28. who do you hate most?
** not really hate, but there are a few things that i really dislike

29. do you love movies?
** yup, but i haven't been able to watch any of the new ones

30. san ka ng-elementary?
** ateneo grade school

31. cnong gus2 mong makasama habang buhay?
** my family

32. masaya kb? bakit?
** yeah, why shouldn't i be

33. studies or work?
** i enjoy studying, but one needs to work

34. townhouse or condo?
** townhouse

35. anong wish mo?
** i have a lot of wishes

monday weigh-in delayed to wednesday!

Last week I wasn't able to do a monday weigh-in since I didn't get to go to the gym. Actually ever since Elise was born I still haven't been able to get back to the gym. Not that I mind, I prefer going home than spending time there. Hehehe! (valid excuse)

I usually weigh myself at the gym, but since I don't have the chance to do so, I'll just keep track of my weight using the weighing scale I have in our bathroom.

Current weight : 260lbs
Weight change from last weigh-in : 3.5lbs
Total weight lost :5lbs


Glad to see that I'm still making progress. Till the next update!

update...

It's funny how everyone who finds out that I just became a dad tells me to get as much sleep as possible. It seems that if there is one common experience for all new parents, its that --> we all become sleep deprived individuals.

But it is just as amazing though holding one's baby in one's hand and just observing how she sleeps (which is usually the case with Elise, since she's almost always asleep). Or trying to gain their attention as their eyes tend to focus on other stuff in the room.

As a close friend of mine said, whenever she looks at Elise, nawawala ang stress niya. Same here, holding her in my arms, I feel happy and content with my life. All the fatigue that comes from the day is lost and it just feels great holding her and cradling her. Until of course feeding time when she needs to go back to mommy Franny =)

GIANTS WIN!!!

the New York Football Giants win Superbowl XLII!

It was a great game all throughout!