Hello blog, hello world!

Been on LOA from work for almost 1 month now and I am missing my second home- my HSBC family.

Many of you already know that I've been dealing with health issues for the past 7 months now. It concerns my lumbar that experiences severe low back pain that radiates through my hips, down to my thighs, knees, and toes, that makes my left leg weak.

My doctors and I tried many conservative treatments (physical therapy sessions in July & Sept; oral medications; etc), but nothing happened. I felt bad not only because of the pain that killed me for many nights, but also the fact that it hindered me from doing my work well, and the worst condition-my left leg became weak. SAD BUT TRUE.

I have a lumbar disease called L5-S1 Disc Herniation and Dessicated Disc. The bulge is small but enough to stuck my nerves between the herniated disc that makes the disc dry.

My 7 doctors strongly suggest a surgical procedure-Lamenectomy. Yes, I consulted 7 doctors... (ms. in denial queen..lol).

I am scheduled for an operation early next year. Meanwhile, to lessen the pain, I'll be attending Physical Therapy sessions; oral medication; observe strict weight control; and I might wear a lumbar brace/support so I'll be able to get back to work while we wait for the operation.

I appreciate my bosses who are very understanding to grant my LOA request (I can't thank you all enough). To all my colleagues, I'll see you all VERY SOON.

To everyone: this is not deadly.. hehehe! :) But disc herniation is a permanent lumbar disease. The conservative treatments are suggested to lessen the pain, and the operation on the other hand is there to remove the lamina that causes severe pain that greatly affects one's mobility...but it doesn't correct the herniated disc permanently.

I still thank God because I know that many people have been dealing with serious illness and have been fighting for their lives to live more years with their loved ones; and I am very thankful that mine is manageable.I AM LUCKY.. :) THANK YOU PAPA JESUS!

To all of you who have been experiencing any illness (serious or not); please always remember that the greatest medicine that we can count on is free and you can get as many as you can, wherever, and whenever--PRAYERS! :) Get well!

Thank you for your time! Let's all pray for the best!

I've been trying to trim down since July of this year and I am happy to know that I've been losing a few pounds off my figure. I only have two choices btw, to lose weight or get killed at a very young age—the first choice is way better. J

Losing weight is not easy. It's the hardest challenge for me who has been used to "eat-what-you-want, and eat-all-you-can" diet. I love food, my whole clan does, so it's like unlearning something you already know and love by heart- very hard, right?

Just a few hours ago, I was in the grocery store with my mom. My eyes rambled over these delicious chows-cakes, chicherias, chocolates, in short… my pre-loved favorites. It was a test for me, (the hardest test I ever had) and I passed it btw. I held my hands together, and didn't touch any of those foodums, and the funny thing was, I left my wallet in the car just to make sure that I didn't have a single penny to buy food and whatnot.

We passed by the store's Ice Cream corner. My heart cried because of the desire to have one. L I even wanted to cheat for an Ice cream. My conscience worked its way by dictating my feet to stay away from that corner. My feet then followed, and headed me to the Vegetables and Fruits corner. After grabbing one kilo of cucumber for my dinner, we went to the cashier to have everything paid BUT we passed by the Ice Cream corner again. L I really wanted to get one but was in dilemma because of my trim-down diet. I really felt sad…but my eyes rolled over this one bulky freezer with the logo FIC on it- yes… it was FRUITS IN ICE CREAM, my favorite ice cream brand. I ran to the box, opened it, and got Pistachio 475ml, I didn't even look at the price… hehehe. The price didn't matter, but the crave for my no. 1 idol did. J

 

Btw, I had to ask Mom to pay for the ice cream and the cucumber. 153 PHP, cool for a healthy diet, right?

 

 

P.S

I really don't have any idea if FIC products are made for those who follow a strict diet, BUT what I am sure of is that FIC Ice creams are made of tropical fruit ingredients and natural milk ingredients.

I have to go now, and eat my ice cream. J

Boredom is killing me. I am in a 2-week leave because of health issues again. I just want to be better soon and get back to work.

I have lotsa health tests to go through. Doplar, ECG, and Lumbar therapy sessions. I even don't know what my health condition is, but I am not dying definitely!

I am just a bit disappointed of how things are now. This effing back has been an issue since April. I can't work right, I can't sleep, and worse is- I become the no.1 paranoid sick person on top of the world... I "wikipedia", "google", "yahoo", these health problems to see other options.... DR. QUACK QUACK.

To be continued..

They say that the last decision we make in life is ours. BUT what if you consider the people who are part of your daily life, who may get affected because of the decision. I think it's just a matter of choosing what to love-to stand what your point view is, or to take to the risks and just don't mind how these people will feel... BUT what if they become so dear to your heart? So close that you can think of missing a day without them?

I have been sick lately, and it has been an issue since April (I am used to it btw, wan people do know where there health stands). Being sickly doesn't have to mean running away from your responsibilities in life, it doesn't give you a justification to stop doing things the way you are expected to, but it definitely gives you the reason to strive and be the best you can be despite of this blemish you have. No one ever wants to get sick, and I definitely don't like to be different from the others because of this weak spot.

What I do to show them that I CAN do whatever others do- is to show them that I can still perform as how a normal person does. I may lack on some things, but the mere fact that I try my best in all that I can... doesn't give anyone ELSE the right to question my effort, IF IT DOESN'T GIVE AN EXCUSE, IT ALSO DOESN'T GIVE YOU THE RIGHT TO QUESTION THINGS, especially if I know that I am standing with my best foot forward.

Weaknesses are normal, no one is perfect as the quote says. BUT weaknesses are definitely workable, especially if you are willing to work and learn the "hows" to get rid off them and offset them with your abilities and capabilities. The first thing that we need to have is an inspiration, someone who doesn't judge you for what you can do and for what you cannot; someone who still sees the best in you even if you suck; someone who believes that what you're doing is justifiable even if you know it's punishable; someone who defends you even if you're not worth his/her defend; and especially someone who believes that you will become the best even if it takes a century before it gets fulfilled- in short, someone who's willing to trust you even if you're not trustworthy... true?? right?

What the hell am I saying? whhhheewww,,,

I just feel sad that my strengths are getting nowhere, it sucks when you know that you're not what you think you are. I feel upset that my strengths are just like soap suds... beautifully floating on the water but get drowned by the scary waves after your eyes get the beauty out of 'em. Some time people just get to appreciate your deeds in just a 1, 2, 3, and after that, you're are no longer a "someone" to them, it just breaks my heart that my strengths are seen as NOTHING. :(

I also have to learn that THE TRUTH HURTS. I really don't care how real that truth is, I really don't care how painful the hurt is, what I care most is how you say things to me, how you make me understand things, and how you help me grasp these weaknesses.

I am very open to changes, and I am willing to unlearn things that are not necessary, but all I need is the security that I have the "I BELIVE IN YOU JAM, LIKE I ALWAYS DO" with me. You can share with me the things you know will help me be the "better" I can be, but my only favor is- share it with a touch of concern, trust, or YOU CAN EVEN crack a joke before, in the middle, or even after, the conversation, it will definitely set the mood, and make me feel that you're upset on how I work with things nowadays, but VERY HAPPY that I didn't miss the STRENGTHS I always bring with me.

A criticism would be a delicious spread between two crispy compliments. It's how you do the sandwich effect. :)
INGREDIENTS:

• Baked and crispy slices of compliments
• Delicious and spicy Criticism spread
• that's all. :)
• Go figure what I mean.

You are welcome to leave your comment.

Good morning world!

Most "blog addicts" blog before the day ends, but in my case- someone who works at night and sleeps at day time is definitely the other way around... :) So GOOD MORNING AGAIN! :)

My morning is not sunny but happy though.. :) I had a heavy meal at Jollibee (again..), it was so salap.

Hello! Good morning world and good morning to all bloggers out there! :)

I woke up at 5:00am.

Had a much-deserved sleep, super haba... like 15 hours. The week was really tiring, not to mention the experience I had last Friday. I was wide-awake for more than 24 hours.

Today is a long day for me. I have to drive Betty alone, I need to be confident this time, or else!! :)
So here are the things I need to do today

1. Drive Betty
2. Pay my bills
3. Have Betty car washed
4. Finish my forever pending layouts.. sorry :(
5. Go to the church before going to work, to have Betty blessed.

Be right back, I have to take a shower now.

Good morning world! :)

I missed blogging.. and I am finally back.

Yesterday was fulfilling and yet exhausting. I was wide awake for more than 24 hours and the hypoglycemia attack for the second instance that jiffy drove me nuts!

My work yesterday ended at 4:30am (it does all the time btw), I just stayed in our office’s sleeping quarter and tried to slumber. The snooze-plan didn’t happen, so I got up at 7:00am, went down to the lobby and waited for my Ate Mavic.

She arrived at 8:00am (she’s always on time btw), so I got in her car and drove to LTO. The office was already jam-packed. Everybody was busy with their own things and business, yes business- aside from LTO’s kind employees…people from different walks of life were there… Doctors, call center Agents, Baranggay Tanod, Bartender, Crew, Students, 85 years old, girl, boy, bakla, tomboy, FIXERS, and whatchamacallit.

I approached the guard who was near the main gate, and asked for the instructions while my Ate was busy looking for vacant parking lot. The guard then shouted “Ate Merly, aplikante!”. So I had to approach that lady who was pretty sitting near the humble store. I sent my greetings and said that I was there to get a Non-professional License. She was wearing a pink polo shirt, with a logo-Land Transportation Office on it. I was really wondering why her office was located just nearby the little store. She then got a hold of my student’s permit, attached it to a small piece of paper with “Kuya Boy” written on it. She told me to go to this specific Medical Center and look for Kuya Boy. I was cautious and undecided whether to follow what she just told me, or just pretend as if I heard nothing and would just drag my feet further to the office and ask for the instructions… I just wanted to make sure that I was on the right track. I even asked her if the Medical Center she was asking me to go to is an affiliate of LTO. That was how uncertain I was yesterday, I followed what she said though. (dim-witted mode, I know.lol).

We went to that Medical Center and showed them the papers I had on hand. They got them and they gave me a small container for my urine sample. I wasn’t in the brink of peeing, so I knew that I had to take-in lotsa H20. We had breakfast, chillux mode for an hour, and I literally drank almost one pitcher of H20, not to count the 18oz Pineapple juice in. Go figure what happened next..lol.

I went back to the Center, and hastily ran to the loo, and the good thing-no one was inside the loo. I canned, and then wore a smile on my face and said “success!!! Yooohooo!!!! Buh-bye H20”. While waiting for the drug-test result, the nurse checked my BP, vitals, (I lost 35 lbs na), and my eye-sight grade was perfect (20/20). Everything just worked for me.

After the long wait, we went back to the Lady in pink. I showed her the results. She asked me if I wanted to make things easy. My brain was working that minute, and so I already knew what she was trying to say. It interested me though. She offered an all-in amount (I’d rather not post it here), and even disclosed “rush toh’ iha”. Since I came from a 9-hour graveyard shift, and I sooo wanted to fast-forward everything, I took it. (dim-witted mode again).

She gave me the instructions. I followed, and at the end of the day, I felt soooo stupid. Here’s why!

At that moment, the word “rush” for me was-making things easy for myself. That was why I dealt with that amount so I could get my license without dealing with the hassles and all. I knew I wasn’t doing the right thing and I also felt bad for the people who were there as early as 7:00am to get their licenses too, it was just that my body was so exhausted, sleepless, and whatnot. NOW… here’s the main incident.

Nothing really happened. I still waited for 9 hours, still took all the tests required, and I was even part of the last batch who had the practical exam. I should have not trusted her… had I known that the word “rush” for that lady was literally- Taking Advantage of other people.

I put all the blame on me. I wanted to make things easy by cheating and I was so irresponsible with how I trusted the person…so I just deserved it. It was my entire fault. “Kung walang magpapaloko, walang manloloko”.

The rewarding part was- I passed all the tests, I was able to drive the jeepney-type vehicle and was granted for a non-professional license. I met new people too, and the most important thing was- I LEARNED new lessons yesterday.

From the LTO, we went to the church. I slept inside the car while my ate drove me home.

And..The day ended with a hypoglycemia-attack… my bad.

sorry for the super late visit.. i miss you blogspot!

My new work schedule is from 4am to 1pm, and it is killing me. :( I have no choice but to stay in the office, take a bath, eat, and sleep there for consecutive days and just go home during my rest days. The schedule is really too early and I live an hour away from the office so to stay there is a quite smart idea.

I know that this is really hard at first but I know I’ll get used to it, so for the mean time, I have to be patient and just be thankful for I have work. It also helps whenever I think of its positive corners..like-no. 1-> some people don’t have work, so why complain? No.2->I get to go to the gym more than 3 times a week, No.3->I tend to eat less when I am in the office, and No.4->I get to save some of my money.

I am just thankful because our office provides all the things we need-comfortable bed, shower rooms, gym, and diner.

This will probably last for two months, I know I WILL SURVIVE. Hehehe! 

I have to go now, I need to pack my things and prepare for my seven consecutive days in the hotel/office. Lolz!
I’ll miss home!

CREATIVE MODE
I haven’t changed my layouts for months now so I decided to touch them (multiply and Friendster) while I was waiting for the alarm to shout for our puppies’ feeding time which I was assigned to do for the past 3 days.
I love the color combination, it looks simple and cool.

MY APOLOGY
I am very sorry for those who are requesting for layouts, I only have a day or two to make your requests because I work too, so please bear with me. Same thing-FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. I also prefer requests to be sent to my e-mail address, and please don’t forget to describe your layout request, its color (you may include html color codes), image, and whatnot. I am trying my best to finish all your requests. So for efficiency, just email your request at jam_ticzon@yahoo.com.
I don't only make layouts for multiply and friendster, but also create independent personal, college, and business websites, so your PATIENCE is really needed. Btw, I am also employed.hehehe! I just love making layouts and I so appreciate those people who like my works, that's why I am really trying to manage my time and do all my responsibilities.

I’ll be back on Sunday and will be available until Monday afternoon.

Thanks for the patience and understanding!

Yesterday was a long, busy, and happy day for me!

After work, I and my colleagues went to the gym and stayed there until 7:00pm. From the gym, we went to the diner-the boys ate A LOT as in madaming madami, and the girls played with the football-on-the-table thingy (I really don’t know how to call it). At 8:00pm, we had to part ways because I and my sister decided to go to Starbucks (Megamall) to meet some friends. The coffee-bonding moment was fun because I met new people and saw my bestfriend again.  From Starbucks, we had to literally walk our way to Tapaking (Shaw)…SUPER far! . The walk was “worth it” though because I ENJOYED my TAPA KING HOUSE SPECIAL .

I’m glad it’s my rest day now !

Our economic condition is getting worse and it has been in the news lately that people around the world are losing their jobs, and many companies and even financial institutions are filing bankruptcy because of the economic hardship. I know that I have a stable job and earning enough funds for my needs, however, this fact still scares me.

Last night, after watching the news, I decided to give my bank a ring. I asked them if they have an option to automatically transfer an amount of money from my payroll account to my bank account, and I was pleased to know that-YES they have! 

Autosave is a great option for those who are earning but having a hard time saving. It will allow us to manage our budget and we need not to worry on how and when to go to our banks to deposit our savings!

My bank will routinely get 2,500 from my salary every 15th of each month from my payroll account and will carry it over to my savings account, a hassle-free way of saving, ayt? I will not also get a spare card for my savings account so I wouldn’t be enticed to take out funds from it..hehehehe!
Considering how hard life is nowadays, it is really a good idea that we start cutting back on some things that we can! Call your bank now 

On April 10 (the day after I was sent home from my 6-day in the hospital), I and my dearest sister went our for a BISITA IGLESIA. We went to 14 churches to render the Station of the Cross prayer.

We also went to Pancake House (Greenhills) to eat. I just had Grilled Tuna sandwich and my ate mavic had BLT. We shared one order of yummy yum Carbonara. :)

Here are the churches

1) Mary the Queen Parish-Fairview
2) Cathedral Shrine of the Good Sheperd-Fairview
3) Our Lady of the Annunciation Parish-Mindanao Avenue
4) Our Lady of Hope Parish
5) St. Paul the Apostle-Tomas Morato
6) Chris the King-E.Rod
7) Mt. Carmel Church-Q.C.
8) carmel of St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish-Gilmore
9) Sanctuario De San JoSE
10) christ The King-Greenmeadows
11) St. Claire-c5
12) Holy Family Chapel-Eastwood
13) Santa Maria Dalla De Strada Church- Katipunan
14) Our Lady of Consolation Parish-Tandang Sora

Here's my favorite christian song-AT THE CROSS. :) You'll love it too!
Oh Lord You've searched me,
You know my way;
Even when I fail You,
I know You love me.
Your holy presence
Surrounding me
In every season,
I know You love me;
I know You love me.

CHORUS:
At the cross I bow my knee,
Where Your blood was shed for me,
There's no greater love than this.
You have overcome the grave,
Your glory fills the highest place,
What can separate me now?

VERSE 2:
You go before me,
You shield my way,
Your hand upholds me;
I know You love me.

BRIDGE:
You tore the veil, You made a way
When You said that it is done.

And when the earth fades,
Falls from my eyes,
And You stand before me,
I know You love me;
I know You love me.

I’m so glad to be back after my 6-day stay in the hospital. I swear to take care of myself from now on.

Three weeks ago, I felt a strange pain inside my lower-left abdomen. I neglected and thought that it was just a week-long muscle pain. However, the pain became part of my daily routine, so after 3 weeks of pain and fever, I decided to go to the hospital and was diagnosed of having a Urinary Track Infection.

I was admitted in Capitol Medical Center and stayed there for 6 boring days. I had no choice, the doctors wanted to make sure that the constant pain was only because of U.T.I and no other factors. I had lots of tests (Urinalysis, Urine Culture Sensitivity, Ultrasound, Gyne Clearance, Transvaginal Ultasound, X-ray, and the hardest was the Barium Enema-Colon X-ray). I was so happy to know that the results were in favor of me-my health…except for the two diagnoses (UTI and Fatty Liver).

These are curable! I just need to take my antibiotics for a few more days and I need to follow a strict Low Cholesterol Diet-that is a big challenge for me. This time, I have to make this diet work or else…I’ll be dead at a young age (knock on wood). Be positive!

Thank you Papa Jesus! J


Btw, read my next blog-KNOW THE PROCEDURES!

01. Real name: JO ANN MARIE H. TICZON
02. Nicknames: JAM, JAMMY, JAMPOT, SHINONG
03. Married: NOT yet.. :)
04. Zodiac sign: ARIES
05. Male or female: FEMALE
06. Gradeschool: L.E.S, MCS,
07. Highschool: SMC, SFDC
08. College: MIRIAM COLLEGE
09. Residence:QC
10. Hair color: LIGHT BROWN COLOR:401:)
11. Long or short hair: NOT too long and not too short.. :)
12. Smoke: NO
13. Drink: YES
14. Available: YES ata.. :)
15. Are you a health freak: NOW I AM. Just came from the hospital and stayed there for 6 days
16. Height: 5'2"
17. Do you have a crush?: YES
18. Do you like yourself: YESSSS.
19. Piercings: YES-ON MY EARS ONLY
20. Tattoos: NONE
21. Righty or lefty: RIGHT
22. First surgery: APENDECTOMY
24. First best friend/s: MINA, ANELIE, LAILANIE
25. First award: 2ND HONOR
27. First pet: JUMBO
28. First vacation: LA UNION
29. First concert: Sa Miriam ginawa..
30. First crush: Bryan Zero
31. Cry or Tough: Cry
32. Favorite Food: Japanese food... yum yum
33. First Boyfriend/Girlfirend: Chris
34. Do you smoke weed: No and I don't plan to
35. Home or Party: Both
36. Groupies or Alone: I love meeting new people and being with my friends
37. Black or White: Black
37. Hiphop or Rock : Neither of the two
38. Friends or Bf/Gf: FRIENDS
39. School or Work: WORK
40. Glasses or Contact lens: CONTACTS
41. Loud or Average Music: AVERAGE
42. Talkative or Quiet: TALKATIVE
43. Horror or Comedy: COMEDY
44. Lover or Player: LOVER

WHICH DO YOU PREFER:
45. Boys or Girls: BOYS
46. Heels or Sneakers: EITHER WAY IS FINE
47. jeans or shorts: BOTH
48. Shorts or pants: BOTH
49. Eating: JAPANESE FOOD-YES
50. Drinking: YES
51. Do drugs: NO
52. I'm about to: SLEEP.

What Is To Be Answered Here
53. FAVORITE thing in the world: my mobile phone
54. Foods : JAPANESE FOOD
55. Drinks: WATER, FRUIT SHAKES
56. Colors: BLACK, WHITE, YELLOW, GREEN
57. Desserts: CAKES AND ICE CREAMS

YOUR FUTURE
58. Want kids: YES... 3-4
59. Want to get married: Yes
60. Careers in mind: to be a successful family/child psychologist

WHICH IS BETTER? :
68. Lips or eyes: EYES
69. Hugs or kisses: KISSES
70. Shorter or taller: TALLER
72. Romantic or spontaneous: SPONTANEOUS.
73. Nice stomach or nice legs: LEGS :)
74. Sensitive or loud: SENSITIVE
75. Hook-up or relationship: RELATIONSHIP
78. Kissed a stranger: NEVER
79. Drank bubbles: YES BEER BUBBLES ;)
80. Lost glasses/contacts: YES
81. Ran away from home: YES... about 25 steps away from home and I went back. :)
82. Liked someone younger: BEFORE
83. Older: YES
84. Broken someone's heart: I THINK SO AND I AM SORRY
85. Been arrested: NEVER
86. Turned someone down: YES
87. Cried when someone died: YES.
88. Liked a friend: YES

DO YOU BELIEVE IN:
89. In yourself: OF COURSE!
90. Miracles: YES
91. Love at first sight: NO
92. Heaven: YES
93. Santa Claus: NO
94. Sex on the first date: NO
95. The more you hate, the more you love: NO
96. Believe in angels: YES. I HAVE A REAL ANGEL..my baby!
97. Is there one person you want to be with you right now?: YES
98. Had more than one boyfriend/girlfriend at a time: NO
99. Do you believe in God?: DEFINITELY YES
100. BONUS where did you get this questionnaire from? mica

Time Check: 5:02am
Mood Check: I missed my blog

I woke up so early today and got all set within an hour, excited? I think so.. :)hehehe so I decided to visit my blog and hit the Post button.

I am so happy, today is the start of my morning shift at work, yeah normal life and the great thing is being able to go to the gym again. yoooohoooo!

Got to go! :)

pahabol: probably more time for my dear blogs! :)

I am still big, but it doesn't matter because I want to take it one step at a time.

Two months ago, I started to cut down some pounds because of my health condition. The first month was easy because I had the help of my drug (diet pills). I did not want to depend on em', so I tried to control my appetite without em'. It was hard and I have been experiencing diet plateau.

This is the hardest part. :( I am again going back to my old eating habits. I don't want to take my diet pills, depend on it, bounce back, and experience diet plateau. I want plans that will last not only for a few months but for a long term.

I browsed the net and started looking for recipes that are delicious and healthy.

I don't eat oatmeal, but this food has lots to offer. You can do a lot of recipes out of this healthy grains. So I am decided to give it a try. :) GOOD LUCK!

For those who have delicious oatmeal recipes that are easy to prepare.. please let me know.

WEIGHT LOSS TIPS

Make a Plan and Stick to It.
Before you start a weight loss plan, it is important that you have a realistic and healthy eating and exercise plan in place. People who try to lose weight by turning to the latest fad diet are unlikely to keep the weight off long term. If you are searching for a healthy plan that will help you lose weight, try the Quaker Weight Control Plan. Research shows that people who eat Quaker Weight Control as part of a reduced calorie diet with moderate exercise lose weight.
Have a positive attitude.
Instead of approaching your weight loss efforts with dread, try to look on the positive side and think about how good you will feel once you lose the excess weight. If you hit a weight loss plateau, remain confident that you will overcome the plateau and reach your goal. And remember that exercise helps raise your brain’s serotonin levels, which increases feelings of well-being and helps ward off depression.
Make your workout enjoyable.
If you find an exercise routine that you truly enjoy, you will be much more likely to commit to it. Try thinking back to childhood activities you enjoyed, such as bicycling, swimming, or playing basketball, for inspiration. You might also want to try reading a book or listen to some energizing music while you exercise in order to distract you from the task at hand and keep you motivated.
Get Your Family Involved.
You will be much more likely to stick with your weight loss plan if you have the support of your family. Why not encourage them to adopt your healthy new eating and exercising habits, as well? Getting your family involved will help keep you motivated and you can also encourage each other when someone is feeling tempted to indulge in a candy bar or skip a workout. By making healthy lifestyle changes as a family, you will also be helping your children develop lifestyle habits that they will hopefully follow throughout their lives.
Be honest about your eating habits.
If you are using a food journal {link to food journal] as part of your weight loss plan, it is essential that you are completely honest about the foods you are eating. A food journal can be a very helpful resource in determining which areas of your diet have room for improvement. It can also give you insight into foods that you turn to when you are stressed or bored. By keeping a truthful record of your eating habits, you are only increasing your odds of accomplishing your weight loss goals, even if the truth hurts a little.
Take it one step at a time.
Don’t get overwhelmed by trying to make too many changes to your lifestyle at the same time. Instead of giving your entire diet an overhaul in one day, try making one healthy substitution each week, such as replacing full fat dairy products with reduced or fat-free versions. By making these changes gradually, you will be increasing your odds of following these healthy changes for the rest of your life, which is important not only for weight loss, but for weight maintenance, as well.

Hi everyone!

I haven’t blogged for a week since I was busy with work and had no time to write stuff. The past week was busy but filled with new learning from my new company, and i was grateful to meet new people. I met my twin sister’s colleagues and it was very sweet of them to welcome me.

It is saturday right now and I am very happy because this is my first weekend-off after two years of getting used to a two-weekday-off. It feels great to stay at home during weekends with your family, you get to enjoy meals with them, you get to watch your favorite shows, and you can go out with friends who don’t work during weekends too! I am really happy!!!


My schedule might change in a couple of months since our office operates 24 hours a day, and I might get one of the graveyard shifts which is definitely okay with me… I still have 8 weekends to enjoy, anyway!

I’m here at our diner’s internet corner. I am too early for my shift. My shift starts at 7:00 am and it is 6:12 am only so here I am… updating my blog!
I started my new work here in HSBC on October 27, 2008, and I am really enjoying my stay, the people are nice, the place is 110% cool, and they really take care of their employees.

I am somehow sad because I miss my former colleagues.


_cut_ (i have to go)

TO BE CONTINUED!

Today (October 25, 2008), I and my very close friend went out to pamper ourselves. We first went to Our Lady of Consolacion Parish (Tandang Sora), we weren’t able to hear any mass because of the wedding ceremony that was being held when we arrived. So we just went to the adoration chapel and said our prayers. From there, we went to G-Spa (Scout Esguera), where we tried their Jacuzzi, Sauna bath, and the very relaxing part-the famous body spa! We stayed there for almost 2 hours and 30 minutes. I loved it there because we were allowed to take photos unlike in other spa and fitness centres, however, I just brought my mobile and did not bring the digital cam.

Guys, the place is great! The employees are very friendly, and courteous! That haven is really a must-try! I promise!

We’ll go there every month,, yehey!

I haven't slept yet since yesterday because I started working on our HS website that would serve as our discussion room for the upcoming christmas party, birthdays, events, updates about us, and whatnot.

The site is very simple and still incomplete. I still need to gather more infos and add-ons. :)

Here's the site address: http://www.freewebs.com/diamond2003

Thanks to Freewebs.com for hosting the website!

More add-ons to come!

Viva SFDC IV-Diamond Batch 2003!!!

I don't want to try, knowing that we may end up hurting each other. You're fine but we are talking about our religions and beliefs here. Why risk, why invest, why try, if we know it won't work, not at all my dear.

I don't want to enter your world and learn what you love to do, eat what you crave for, love the people you care for, go to places, and eventually fall for you. I won't let that happen and tumble after.

Q.L.Y but I am sorry! :(

Labels: QLY

Music Playlist at MixPod.com

I am not mad but your lies make me sad. :’( I know you have your own reasons and I don’t want to hear them. You don’t have to explain . Again, I am not mad, I am still your friend but your lies are killing me.

Our kasambahay-Ate Loreta takes a month-long vacation in her hometown. So this time, we have to do the house chores, cook food, touch the laundry, etc.

Today is our first day without her. It is a bit tough because we are busy with our own stuff. The eldest and the youngest are enjoying their sembreak, my twin and mom work everyday, and me, who is about to work again next week has to finish the websites that I have been building for almost a month now.

I woke up at 7:00, and started working as their maid! I did the dishes first, cleaned the garage, gave a cold bath to the puppies, fixed the receiving area, and cooked our lunch. I enjoyed it!

I’ll just wait for my mom so I could get my salary for being their maid for just this day, kidding! 

I just got home from my soon-to-be office. I already signed the employment contract.. :) Bum no more!

I resigned from Convergys on September 30, '08 and I have been a bum since that day. I enjoyed though... :) I was able to rest, focus on my diet project, and had bonding moments with my friends.

I will start my new job as an Operations Associate for HSBC U.S.A Care on October 27, 2008. I am very excited and happy because my twin sister also works there. My training will start at 7:00am to 3:00pm, I love i love! To be honest, I still don't know how it feels to work during these "normal" hours, since I am used to graveyard shifts. :)

I know that I'll meet new people and I am very excited. Somehow, I feel sad because I miss my friends and former colleagues from Convergys. :( (I'll see you guys sooon!)

I won't post this as one of my diet updates.. :) why??

My twinsister grabbed a box of an 18-inch NYF Yellow Cab Pizza (my favorite). When we were in the taxi, I started counting. 1.. 2...3.. 12 slices and we are 6, so each would get two slices of this New York's Finest! (yooohoooo)!

I lost my motivation (OMG!), just this time!

5 things to keep motivated

1) Say "i can do this!"
2) Remember the dress you saw in the mall, it won't fit you if you won't stop eating (lol)
3) They say: "maganda ka sana, mataba lang" (chicka!)
4) Don't go to bday treats (hahaha!)
5) STAY AWAY FROM your cravings!

Too late.. I just finished my two NYFS! :)

I pray..

It has been 10 months and 2 days after the miscarriage. I am getting better as day passes by, but I always think that life would feel much better if she/he is with me.

Baby, you now have a baby brother. He’s Ellijah Kriztan. His name is close to yours if only you are here. He’s not my baby but he is your Dad’s and his very understanding wife.

You are a real angel now, I know, so always look after your baby brother.

I love you baby!

Amen

I loved (emphasis on the verb tense please) him and I was over him, however, when I heard the bad news, I wanted to get him back, to secure and take care of him- I only wanted to make sure that no one would hurt him the way he had hurt me.

I prayed to God and said my apologies. I was insensitive and damn wrong for thinking that way. I could have thought of his partner's feelings. I knew how it felt, to be left by someone you loved, someone you took care, and someone you wouldn’t want to lose.

He is a big boy now, and I should not be afraid of what might come along his way. Where he is right now is where his heart desires.

It is not true that to forgive is to forget, BUT I am sure that CARE comes after forgiveness.

I wish you well.

Sincerely yours,
Forgiving Heart

Super duper late post (my bad kcat...sorry)! I've been busy lately because of my health condition and resignation.

FYI: My health conditon isn't that serious, I just need to lose weight! :)


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1. Four places I go to, over and over:
* Home
* Work
* Hospital
* SMF

2. Four people who e-mail me regularly:
* Lola Maurits
* YAHOO GROUPS BS PSYCHOLOGY
* MULTIPLY
* FRIENDSTER

3. Four of my favorite places to eat:
* TOKYO TOKYO
* CONGGO GRILL
* BULALO FIESTA
* JABI.. :)

4. Four places i’d rather be:
* WORK
* Home
* Mall
* ANYWHERE WITH FRIENDS

5. Four TV shows I could watch over and over:
* SURVIVOR
* EAT BULAGE :)
* ELLEN DEGENRES
* IRON CHEF

6. Four people I think will respond:
* len
* bryan
* Tere
* ian

As you all know, I have been cutting down my food-in-take because of my health condition, and today, I am down to the 30th day… yes! (It beats my previous diet that lasted for 5 days only.. hahaha!)

Next month is a new challenge for me: I’ll keep my new eating habits and work-out at the same time.  I’ll have all the time next month to jog, play badminton, and follow some exercise videos online!  Thanks to sparkpeople!

Oh.. I have to buy my own digital salter!

FYI:
•Some of my friends and colleagues noticed that I am starting to lose weight.
•It would take a lot of time and patience, but that would be fine.
•Goal is to lose 80 pounds. Hopefully before September 27, 2009
•Why? For health reasons
•Why blog? Blogging about my diet update/s motivates me!

Labels: diet no. 1

HALE AND HEARTY

I’m sick and worried! I was diagnosed with Hyperirucemia, Fatty Liver, & Pre-Hypertension and I really NEED to lose weight. I am currently under medication and following a strict diet plan! My cardio also advised me to take Reductil Diet Pills to lose some excess baggage off me. It suppresses the part of our brain that tells us to eat. I don’t see any difference yet but I notice a lot with regard to my eating habits. I’ll post more of this hale and hearty goal!



aja aja! :-)

I just want to share the e-mail that I received from my Lola. Let's read, learn, spread this post, and SAVE LIVES! This won't take much of your time... promise!

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"My nurse friend sent this and encouraged me to post it and spread the word. I agree.

If everyone can remember something this simple, we could save some folks. Seriously..

Please read:

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:
During a BBQ, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine (they offered to call paramedics) .....she said she had just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes.

They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food. While she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening.

Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital - (at 6:00 pm Ingrid passed away.) She had suffered a stroke at the BBQ. Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today. Some don't die.... they end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead.

It only takes a minute to read this...
A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke... totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE
Thank God for the sense to remember the '3' steps, STR ... Read and Learn!

Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke .

Now doctors say a bystander can r ecognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:
S * Ask the individual to SMILE.
T * Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)
(i.e. It is sunny out today)
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.
If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 111 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your Tongue

NOTE: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue.. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke.

A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it to 10 people; you can bet that at least one life will be saved."

This entry is just a re-post of the Blog entry of someone I am totally not related to. But her blog concerns me. It is about the old and sick Tatay. (I hope he finds his family soon).

Contact Person: Jennie: 0917-4378227

**jam ticzon/http://www.kimjamsoon.blogspoot.com***

 

___RE-POST BLOG STARTS HERE___

He was found at the Barangay Alabang Plaza grounds just sitting under a tree about two weeks ago. He couldn't talk, maybe caused by the stroke that he suffered before. His right hand is also immobile and he can barely move his right leg. My sister, who is a barangay kagawad, took pity on him and brought him to the OSCA center, but he was rejected there. My sister then asked the help of the local DSWD, who then brought him to the hospital to be checked up. The doctors are recommending him for a CT scan because of a possible blood clot in the brain that is causing his his high blood pressure, but the people from the DSWD said that they don't have enough funds for that. He is now temporarily staying in our house.
I'm appealing to his family or to those who know "tatay". He needs his family now. For any leads regarding the identity or the whereabouts of his family/relatives, you can pm or text me at this number: 0917-4378227. thanks!

Momo just gave birth last month. We decided to make a huge kulungan for her and her sooo cute puppies.
From the Frontyard, we transferred them to the backyard. It wasn't easy for momo. She was so jealous because Bilog-our other Dog was there. Momo became hysterical, her puppies cried hard and got dirty because of momo's feet who got putik because she jumped all day out of jealous! So we took them off the cage & washed it off. We also had to wash the babies off because of the mud prints. :( poor whities, blackies, and brownies!

We had a great lunch at Conti's (Trinoma). We ordered Roasted Beef, Baked Salmon, Baked Prawns, and Cakes!

After lunch, we went to Starbucks to use their wi-fi & connect to Dad's phone but Damn...we left the magicjack (the connector we use to make unli calls to the United States of A and Canada. So we just logged my YM in but Dad was offline. :( We just had drinks and I updated by blogspot na lang.

FYI:
•Baked Salmon of Conti's is a must-try!
•Wi-fi c/o Starbucks is not that good.. :( It costs 100php/hour despite the poor connection
•Sam and Nanay Lola left early because they had to attend to important matters!
•We just had a few pictures.. the people from Conti's were not so friendly at that time.. maybe they were already tired.

Today's is my Daddy's bday! A bit sad because he's away and we haven't seen him for almost 5 years now.

We just celebrated this special day and had a lunch out with our dear lola (just an hour ago). We brought our laptop to connect to Dad's phone but damn... we left the Magicjack!

I just logged to my YM, hoping that Dad would log-in anytime,,,,BUZZ BUZZ BUZZ! :(

TIME CHECK: 5:40 PM
LOCATION: STARBUCKS TRINOMA
WITH: ATE LOI, JOMAR

My ex-boyfriend and I are really in good terms... we're good as best friends but I don't know if some people see/apreciate that friendship.

I know that OLD LOVERS CAN BE GOOD FRIENDS. However, it really depends on who sees it.

Let's make a survey! :)

finally, i finished my friend's business site. It took me a while to finish it. I was busy lately and had tons of web pages to finish. I also had to repeat some of my works because of wrong coding and alignment! O gosh.. I need to get my eye glasses done ASAP!

Visit her site.. she sells good stuff for venus&mars ( i mean men and women). Her products are great!


Her website: http://www.venusandmars08.blogspot.com
Banner was done by: design.create.art
layout by: yours truly (jam ticzon)...Ü

August 9, I was at work when I received a text message from my ex-bf of seven years. He was happy to inform me that his current girlfriend already gave birth to a bouncing and healthy boy (Ellijah Kriztan P. Francisco). I felt happy for him and his girlfriend (BTW, I and and his girlfriend.. are in good terms)Ü

But, somehow, it hurts. I remember my baby who's now a real angel...watching me!
Wherever you are, I love you my baby! :(

Bleeding LOVE
I just want to share this video. I saw this one at my friend's friendster.
I don't dance (duh...with all the excess bagage, I DON'T THINK SO!), but I really admire those who are good dancers. Their great moves amaze me. Go ahead.. hit the play button!

credit to: cheska (I saw the video because of her friendster page)
->she was my classmate in Miriam College. She is known not only because of the beautiful face she carries, but also for her talent. she is really a good dancer, of all genre!
cheska

I'm still sick and I have work tonight... I honestly don't know if I'd be able to go to work.
I went online to change my layout (promise last na!), It was just easy because I only changed the banner and the colors, and merged my posts in one box so it would load faster and would be more easy to browse the items. I'd make a little polishing pa when I get better.
I also want to apologize for those who are sending me layout requests, pls. bear with me po. I'm free on 07/21-07/23 (evenings only), so I'll do my best to finish your layouts. For those who got theirs and sent their THANKS-->you are all welcome!


p.s
i hope i'll feel better soon, I don't want to miss work.
GOAL FOR JUNE: Complete attendance---->accomplished! (yey!)
GOAL FOR JULY: Complete attendance----> fingers crossed (super big question mark, sa ngayon)

Labels: sick

stop my boom box located on the left panel of this page, and click the play button above

I just want to share this song.

I have lots of favorite songs some are new, and some are old, and I know you do too.

Only few of us know Christian/Gospel songs, and I am GUILTY. It's not because I don't like them, it is just that I hear Gospel songs at times only, unlike these popular songs...we hear them everywhere. SAD BUT TRUE!

This song by Hillsong is a Christian Song that I truly love. I listen to this song whenever I am down, happy, and inspired. Whenever I turn my ipod on, I don't miss to visit and play this song.

LISTEN and you will feel Him.


At The Cross (Key E)


Verse 1:
Oh Lord You’ve searched me,
You know my way;
Even when I fail You,
I know You love me.
Your holy presence
Surrounding me
In every season,
I know You love me;
I know You love me.

Chorus:
At the cross I bow my knee,
Where Your blood was shed for me,
There’s no greater love than this.
You have overcome the grave,
Your glory fills the highest place,
What can separate me now?

Verse 2:
You go before me,
You shield my way,
Your hand upholds me;
I know You love me.
And when the earth fades,
Falls from my eyes,
And You stand before me,
I know You love me;
I know You love me.

Bridge:
You tore the veil, You made a way
When You said that it is done.

My skin is really sensitive and I hate it. Whenever it gets too cold or too hot my skin asthma attacks, and when I eat my sooo love dishes and appetizers...my allergies kill me.
So what I do is take my drug (anti-histamine) before I eat my craves, and after... Fiesta Galore, and next is SIESTA-sleeping after eating--a side effect of my darling drug! BUT.. BUT...

Today, I had a fresh fish with Bagoong and Alamang at the side. I had a great lunch, however, my darling drug didn't work, the side effect did but not enough to stop my allergies popping. =(

I swear not to trust my darling drug... my fault, I should have realized that PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE! So no matter how I love these craves... Goodbye BAGOONG, GOODBYE ALAMANG!

P.S Break na tayo my darling drug!

VOCABULARY CHECK:
ALAMANG: Alamang is a Filipino delicacy fish-PASTE made out of small fish and salt. Filipinos cook it with sugar and other spices and serve it as an appetizer.
BAGOONG: Bagoong is a Filipino delicacy fish-sauce made out of fish and salt, mud (at times). Filipinos preserve these ingredients in a bottle to make it more tasty!

A DATE WITH MY MOM-my treat!

I was watching Sis yesterday morning and I found out that the film My Monster Mom is now showing, so I texted my mom and invited her out.

From her work, she went ahead to SM Fairview, and we met there at 6:30 pm (i was late.. hehehe!).

We first ate at the world's best chicken-KFC. I ordered two fully-loaded meals and two extra rice.Ü

After the so fully-loaded dinner, we went to the movie house and watched the film. The film was great and so fun-filled.

Next stop: Mamma Mia! =)

I used to watch movies with my ex-lover (hehehe) but after the L.O.V.E., I had to learn going out on my own.

July 1st was my date with Po-the panda! hehehe! I got off the BED early, took a showere, dressed up, and wore the best perfume- YES I WANTED TO PUT MY BEST FOOT FORWARD for Po!

I grabbed a DOUBLE-CHEESEBURGER meal from McDonalds, went to our meeting place, sat, and started laughing with Po- THE FAT AND BIG KUNG FU PANDA!

I enjoyed and loved it!

So better watch KUNG FU PANDA, but never date with him... because he's mine... hehehe!

Yehey! I already finished the layout. After 5 hrs. The layout is very simple, it only has pictures but the "layering" was a bit hard because each photo needs to be "layered" properly.

We will have this printed next week for Dad's tumbler and will send it to the States (where my Dad is now).

I'll post the finished product (the mug with this layout) when ready!

I just hope he won't see this entry until he gets the mug! hehehe!


Want to make your own:
1) get the original pattern from your starbucks tumbler
2) scan the pattern-better to plot it on a colored paper first so you can easily distinguish the patter that you have to follow.
3) get ready to gather the stuff you want to use.
4) use any photo-editor program-I used photoshop
5) you may also try using digital scrapbook stuff.. they are really nice add-ons.
6) save your work
7) print it using a photopaper
8) cut the pattern
9) place it inside your tumbler
10) and seal it with a kiss...hahaha!

For pre-made layouts, you may get one from
http://www.starbucks.com.



BEFORE


AFTER

Labels: loveyoudaddy

I'll get straight to the point...

He texted me on 06/15/2008 at around 5:00 am, he sent two text messages. I was at work so I got to read the messages LATE... vey late. The messages were brief but the meaning was long- HE STILL LOVES ME. I didn’t send a message back. PERIOD.

I felt HAPPY because I know that a part of us still stays with him, I feel loved.
I felt SAD because I know that what he said would hurt someone, would hurt his Her.
I felt GOOD because I now have a proof… a proof that I have moved on.

Labels: mark p.

In December '07, I had a miscarriage-the very painful chapter of my unfinish book. If it didn't happen, this Month would be my full-term to give birth.

Regrets are still here with me... I don't know until when, but one thing is for sure, I CONSIDER him/her MINE TO KEEP in my heart...FOREVER. =(

Wherever you are, my little angel... Mommy loves you!

=(

Labels: ILOVEYOU MY ANGEL

Buy her toys and make her hear!

Katrina is a two-year old girl who hopes to hear and live a normal life like every child does.

She was born with Congenital Profound Hearing Loss. We can possibly make her dream come true. Let's buy her Toys (cute teddy bears) and help her hear!

This is like a fund-raising that would help her parents earn enough amount of money for Katrina's operation.


For more details:
visit her site:
http://www.katrina.heavenmind.com
http://www.katrinahears.multiply.com


Thanks a lot!

jam ticzon

TIRED OF SPENDING TIME WITH YOU...
TIRED OF PLAYING GAMES WITH YOU...
TIRED OF LOOKING FOR YOU EVERYDAY...
TIRED OF STAYING UP LATE WITH YOU...
TIRED OF CALLING YOUR HOTLINE....
TIRED OF YOUR PROMISES....
TIRED OF BEING LOYAL TO YOU (AFTER 5 YEARS)...
I'M SOOOOO TIRED OF YOUR UNSTABLE AND SOOOO SLOW DSL CONNECTION...bayantel.. ano ba?


=(

Labels: tired of you

In My previous blog, I was hoping that I'd be able to do my computer stuff like finishing my friends' layouts....BUT I didn't!

My computer became so slow so I had to reformat it, not only once, but 4x... why? Because of that damn spyware! ='(

I just finished fixing the system today. Good bye spyware and hello to my new and very fast system!

Labels: quickrestore

Yehey! I just got home from the office and today is my rest day and I sooo love it because I'll be able to have a 72-hour bliss with my stuff to stuff! I'll finish my friends' layouts (I hope I'll be able to), update my so kawawa and empty blogito!

I wonder why your power goes off once or twice a week now!? Is it because of the issues you're having right now!? =(

I just felt bad because I was doing my friend's Multiply layout an hour ago, and the power went off and only to realize that I didn't save the layout with its codes and all.

So I have to start all over again! *Sob*

MORAL LESSON: Learn to hit the SAVE BUTTON! damn!

I really love web designing and I don't know if I am good at it. It is much easier if you will make an independent one than customizing a website for a blog site or any networking site like BLOGSPOT...why? Because these sites have html limits and own contents that you need to meet so that your web design will fit their contents.

I have studied the HTML layout-making for friendster, a little for Multiply, and TA-DA for Blogspot.YEHEY!!!

This is my first self-made layout for my blogspot...it looks simple and I am loving it! I hope I'll be able to share my works soon!

BTW, my current layout is still under-construction... I have to add some side-bar contents. Damn, I am so busy!

I went to S.M Fairview on 05/16 to see my Dermatologist because I was having skin asthma attacks again because of the sudden changed in weather. I arrived at 10am and the clinic opened @ 2pm. I was so early and decided to go to the parlor and have my hair done. My highlights were removed and had a complete hair color (copper baby!), and after, Faus Mallari (my stylist for almost 3 years now) touched and cut my hair. I loved it!

Dahil JOLOGS ako, tagalugin natin itong entri na ito. Bawal ang Ingles!!

Simulan na natin.

Mahilig ako manood ng mga palabas, madami nga akong gusto panoorin noon sa sinehan pero hindi ko napanood dahil walang pagkakataon o oras, at takot ako manood ng mag-isa sa sinehan. Madilim kasi (malamang).

Hindi ako nakatiis noong ika-13 ng Mayo, pumasyal ako ng S.M para magbayad ng linya ng aking pang-sariling telepono sa Globe. Nakita ko ang malaking patalastas tungkol sa palabas na "When Love Begins" na pinagtambalan ng aking idolo na si Aga Muhlach at Anne Curtis.

Hindi na ako nag-dalawang isip pa, pag-kagaling sa Globe, pumunta ako sa tiketan at bumili ng isa para sa akin... tama MAG-ISA lang ako nanood. Para maging sulit ang bihirang pagkakataon, dumaan muna ako sa Mc Donalds, pumila ng 15 minuto, at bumili ng makakain.

Pag pasok ko sa sinehan, para akong kinabahan, sa totoo lang natakot ako, pero tumuloy ako, syempre sayang ang pera at pagkakataon ko na to' para makita si Aga matapos ang ilang taon. hehehe!

Umupo ako sa gitang hanay at yun na. Napanood ko ang palabas!

Sabi nila Jologs daw kasi tagalog o filipino ang palabas, eh di kung ganon lahat ng taga-pinas JOLOGS!? Hay, at ang mga nagsasabi pa nito ay mga pinoy mismo! Wala naman ata masama maging Jologs (marami na ata kahulugan ang jologs), basta, JOLOGS NA KUNG JOLOGS importante naging masaya ako, KAYA JOLOGS AKO...JOLOGS NA JOLOGS! =)

PAHABOL... dalawang beses ko pala pinanood yung palabas! =)

PANOORIN ANG PATALASTAS, PAKI-KLIK -> http://www.abs-cbn.com/whenlovebegins/vid6.html

This was actually a post-mother's day celebration since I had work on the actual date. So I and my sibs decided to celebrate it on 05/17/08. We went to Trinoma and stuffed ourselves with the EAT-ALL-YOU-CAN treats of Kamay Kainan.

We met our lola (nanay) there who just came from Canada. We soooo missed her.

After the lamon, we went to Bench Fix Salon for Mama's haircut, however, there was no slot for her...so we decided to go to Bench Fix Salon Commonwealth Branch which is located in my office.

My mom loves her hair! (Thanks George of Fix!)

3:30 AM AND I AM ALREADY UP! SUBIC HERE I COME! I'll update this entry with the subic photos attached soon as I'm back! yey!

TIME AND DATE CHECK: 05/15/2008 12:12 PM!

The outing was fun-filled! The place was really great and I am planning to go back with friends if my schedule will permit me. We arrived there @ 10 am, so first stop was to grab our morning snacks; second was to join team activities; third was to stuff ourselves with lunch must-haves; fourth was to SWIM, SWIM, AND, SWIM; fifth was to have a siesta with our team members; and last of course was to prepare and go home.

It was a 5-day affair but no overnights since our company works 24/7, so each employee was given a chance to register in any date (given the tour) that would meet their schedule.

I really had a great time. I got to know my colleagues better, and of course, I met new people!

Can't wait for the 2009 company outing!

PICTURES ARE HERE, HIT THE LINK BELOW
CONVERGYS COMPANY OUTING 200\8

Labels: convergys in subic

I always make sure that my personal gadgets are secured so my cps, computer log-in, and Ipod have security passcodes.

My ipod had about more than 300 songs already not until I forgot its screen lock! huhuhu. So I had no choice but hit "reset factory settings" to disable the passcode and because of that my 300 songs were deleted! *sob*

I got off the bed at 6:00 am to download these songs again! (damn!)

Labels: ipod

Yesterday (05/06/08), I and my colleague were on our way home from the office. We went underneath the commonwealth footbridge (near Convergys) and decided to eat kwek-kwek (my oh so dear itlog ng pugo!). We ordered a dozen but only tasted 1 out of 12..why?? These MMDA men suddenly got off their trucks and grabbed these poor vendors' goods. I was surprised and felt really bad.

I know that these people were just doing their jobs to earn money. I feel really bad that there are people who work for themselves and don't think of others. These vendors just want to earn 50 cents out of the capital they invested and like everybody else, they want to eat to be able to survive and live.

Bias is something I don't tolerate but it seems like MMDA does! They're doing this for the majority as what they always say but how about the minority?? Some may say that these vendors preferred this way of living by not doing good in their studies when they were still in school, but that was their past that we can never bring back but we can certainly correct by allowing them to earn money so they could send their children to school. It’s true that they cause heavy traffics but if they only have an alternative way to survive, I AM SURE that they won't even dare to sell.

How I wish that these government people (not all) will experience the lives of our poor folks even for just a day. It's very obvious that these MMDA people are given an authority to steal others' living. I just hope that they’d be able to arrest the real thieves of our society (you know who they are).

Time check: 1:00 am
Where: @ home
Mood: Bored

I'm still up and updating my networking sites. Opened my friendster and approved a comment. Gosh I have a total of 952 comments since I started friendstering.

I remember, it was in 2003 when friendster was introduced to us. I was once new and went tanga over it. I even asked my college classmate to help me make one but now I soooo know how it works and I even make advanced layouts for friendster..hehehe!

MORE COMMENTS TO COME SANA
MY FRIENDSTER ADVANCED LAYOUT ONLY WORKS WITH IE and doesn't with FIREFOX. pa-promote..hahaha!

♥WHAT: POST BDAY CELEBRATION
♥WHEN: 04/19/2008
♥WHERE: @ HOME

•Attendance: Family
My Colleagues
My dear Agbibisin
My Friends from Manila and Pangasinan
Sam's Friends
Mama's Colleagues
Ate Loi's Friends

My bday was really on 04/13, however, I needed to work that day so I had no choice but to move my bday celebration. The night was fun-filled! I felt a bit tired because I had lots of visitors. =p We had food, videoke and a few bottles of beer.

Thanks for those who came! =)

it was my 24th birthday on 04/13, however, I needed to work that day. *sigh*. So before I left home, mom and my sibs surprised us (I and my twin), they bought these treats. I felt a bit sad because after I enjoyed the meal, I had to leave for work.

Thanks Mom, Jomar, and Ate loi! xoxo

I just turned 24 on April 13. Give me 7 more years and i'm outta the calendar! *sigh* It doesn't really matter because every body goes old, but I just hope that I'd be able to live my life according to God's will.

I know that He has lots of plans for me, and I still don't have any idea about these, but I am definitely sure that He wants the best for me, or should I say us.

I know that this new year would be a meaningful one. I have lots of dreams and thoughts to fulfill. Good luck!

It's been a while since I last posted an entry. I was busy lately. I slept too early last night and woke up @ 5 this morning. Got up, cooked rice, ate a doughnut, and went online!

I saw my blog layout and found it nakakasuya na, so I looked for one that fits my personality and my NAME...strawberry jam! =)

Thanks for buying some time to visit my blog and know more about moi!

Next time ulit! =)

Last day of the college week. I really had a fun-filled day because I met new people and my rummage sale did well. FYI, my mom works in U.P and she organized their fare. I was there to sell the stuff that we wanted to dispose. I sold most of the stuff and earned almost 4K... =)


We brought our Manang with us and our so-loved doggie-Heaven. They had a great day too. Manang bought some stuff for herself. Heaven who was so irritable and hard to get along with (Chihuahuas are really like that), tried her very best to make friends.


We closed our store at aroung 5pm and prepared for the "Bayle" disco that lasted until 10pm. I did a little moves and I thank my Mama for not taking any picture of my dancing moves... (lolz). BTW, my mom was the dancing queen of the night.


What I really loved was the experience I had. It was really hard to sell used stuff but I did a bit good because of the rapport I built with my customers. The clothes were really inexpensive, they really enjoyed the price of 20 bucks for a piece. I was really not after the money, it was more of disposing the stuff that I no longer find useful BUT would be very helpful and valuable in others' end.


With this experience, I also learned how to value the life our "tinderas and tinderos". It was really hard to convince other people to buy your products and earn money out of the stuff that people might love or not.


I met new people and I now consider them as my friends. I gave them discounts and they gave me free food..hehehe! I also met new friends from STI College, they came over to have their Annual Youth Congress.

My previous long-term relationship ended last year, after 7 years of happiness and sorrows. It was a basket of experiences that I would always remember. I was OVER him. P.E.R.I.O.D.

On April 29, 2008 (11:00pm), he went here at home to visit and see me. We had a heart-to-heart talk about our lives. He asked me stuff about my lovelife and I needed not to ask anything about his because I already know all about his present. The conversation was smooth.

The following day, we went to SM to pay my bills. We also watched IRON MAN (it was hell great!), ate big macs, and had our favorite drinks. It was a fun-filled day.

The day ended, and we had to separate ways again, we felt very sad but HAPPY because we know that EX-LOVERS can be GOOD FRIENDS like what we are now.

I had a hard time sleeping last night because someone reminded me of my little angel who's with Papa Jesus now.

It's been two months now since I lost my child but the captures of that day are still here in my mind and heart. I may look alright because that what my art shows--colorful background, wacky pictures, a smile on my face, gigs everywhere, but mind you people, I hear and feel my heart cries whenever it remembers 12/13/2007.

Clueless?- It was in December when I was hospitalized due to miscarriage. I wasn't aware that I was 3-month pregnant. I missed my period for two months but I didn't mind because that wasn't unusual since I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and one of its symptoms is the irregularity of menstrual period. So I didn't even feel that I was conceiving a child. Here came the 2nd of December when I thought my period was on its way because of the spots of blood I saw. I just noticed that it wasn't continuous and very weak not until 12/11, it was early in the morning and I needed to go to work so I took a bath, and found my blood was flowing real hard on the floor, then I thought that it was just a menstrual period that was really strong because of the missed periods I had, I continued and went to work. I was a bit awkward from that day to 12/12 because I observed that the blood was too strong, I had eight fully-soaked pads for each day. I also suffered from severe pain which was strange because I haven’t experienced dysmenorrhea yet. On 12/12, I was having lunch in the office when I felt harsh cramps inside my lower abdomen, so I went to the clinic to ask for a painkiller, the nurse gave me a 500-mg drug but it didn’t work, I bought myself a hot chocolate that I believed would make me a bit better but nothing happened too. I was sweating and couldn’t concentrate on my work. I went down again and grabbed a pineapple juice and it did nothing. I was crying while I was doing my work, the pain was killing me. My manager then pulled me out from what I was doing and we just did a few talks, which somehow worked. It was 6pm and everyone was ready to go home. My colleague Nikka and his boyfriend offered a ride, so I got in (thanks Nikka and Toying). When I arrived home, the pain subsided a bit, so I had dinner but didn’t enjoy the food. I told my mom what happened that day and as I continued my story, the pain was too excited to kill me and went back, so Mama gave me a very strong painkiller-(Tylenol), but it was knocked down by Mr. Pain =(. I was howling hard, tried many positions I could to relieve the pain but Mr. Pain was too harsh and loved me. It was 2:00a.m. of 12/13 and I couldn’t stand the pain, I saved my little energy left, got off the bed, and woke my mom up. I asked her to bring me to the hospital. She then asked my twin sister to bring me to the hospital because she couldn’t leave my Ate Loi who was sick too. So my twin brought me to the very near hospital (FEU-NRMF). I was brought directly to the emergency room. As usual, the nurses got my vital signs and interviewed me (Oh my golly, how could they interview a dying being!). The nurse then asked me to pee and that I needed to take a pregnancy test, when I asked why, she just answered “procedure lang po ma’am”, I and my twin sister laughed out loud (how could a dying person laugh?Ü). There are 3 doctors who transferred me to a separate room and asked me to lie down, they took turns and inserted their fingers in, pressed my abdomen too hard, and placed a steel in. They were discussing a few medical terms in front of me so I was just quiet not until I heard them talking about months and that pregnancy test was positive, my silence broke their meeting, I proactively asked what happened. Here’s what they answered (the words I won’t ever forget)->”buntis ka Jo Ann, 12-13 weeks pero nag passed out ka na, hindi mo ba alam?”. I didn’t answer back, my tears just rolled and filled the room. The pain I felt in my heart was too way strong than the pain I had inside my Child’s home =’(. My twin sister entered the room and asked what was happening, she made me answer back as I cried my feelings out. I asked her to call my mom and text my Dad. The doctors explained that they had to admit me for vaginal ultrasound and dilation and curettage (raspa). While we were waiting for my twin sister to come back, I and the doctors had a few talks. They asked me if my husband already knew what happened, I honestly told them that I am not yet married and was not even committed to someone (I and Mark-the father of my baby were already separated by that time). They just told me that Mark has to know what happened. The conversation broke when the nurse came in to put in my IV (dextrose). While the nurse was doing that, I held my cellular phone and decided to text Mark, and my tears fell down again. My sister came in and informed that she already got a room for me. I was transferred then, the room had a phone so I called my mom and asked her to bring the stuff I needed, and to make the conversation light she even cracked a joke. While waiting for the nurse to get my hospital kit, I received a text message from Mark, that message tore my heart, I held my womb closed and talked to my baby, I asked him/her to stay with me, and to be strong. I gave the phone number of the room to Mark, he then called. We were both crying, he asked for my forgiveness for everything he has done, I told him that I have forgiven him a long time ago, and that what happened to our baby was not his fault...no one wanted or planned it. He wanted to come and visit me to the hospital, and I agreed. My mom came then, and we talked, while we were talking, she received a text message from my dad. My dad wanted me to be transferred to a different hospital (Capitol Medical Center) because my doctors since birth are there, he was also hoping that the baby could be saved there. On 12/13 @ 10:00am, I was transferred to Capitol Med, and was brought directly to the delivery room, same questions were asked and same procedures were done. After a few hours, I was brought to the ultrasound room, I cried again when I saw the screenshot of my womb with my baby’s fragments left. My blood pressure went up to 160/100 so the dilation and curettage (raspa) process was placed on hold for a few more hours until my BP normalized. At around 7pm, I was brought to the operating room for my dilation and curettage, they gave me anesthesia shots but refused to sleep because I wanted to see my little angel. Thirty minutes had passed, the O.R nurse showed me a plastic bag wherein my little angel was. I couldn’t remember what happened next. I fell asleep in the recovery room and was transferred to my room. After a few hours, Mark came. He stayed with me the whole night. A day after, Mark got a warm water from the nurse station that I used for my bath, a few hours later my college friends and relatives visited me and brought me stuff. They made me strong (thanks guys!). I and my Dad talked over the phone, I cried again and asked for his forgiveness. He asked me to hear mass and pray for whatever happened.

I was sent home on 12/15. Mr. Pain subsided but the pain my heart will always be here. I still regret the times and chances I had to save my baby, when I missed my period, it was a chance for me to check and see what was happening but I didn’t mind. If only I could turn back the time, I’d be more than happy to do my very best to carry my child again.

I know that I will be able to move on in God’s own time, but forgetting this experience is really impossible. I know that He has better plans for me, and I am very sure that my child is with God now.

I thank my family, relatives, and friends for making me strong. They serve as my feet whenever I feel like falling down. I love you all guys.


Pahabol
*the doctors were looking at 3 factors why I had miscarriage. A) the type of work I have; B) the anti-influenza vaccine I had in October; C) my lifestyle (since I didn’t know I was pregnant, I was out every week for gimicks and had bottles of beer. =’( If only I knew.
* What happened to me is not a reason for I and Mark to be together again. I know that he’ll be a better person without me and I’ll be too. He will always be a part of me and that is for sure. Our relation as BF-GF lasted for almost 7 years and I will always look back to those years and memories. By the way, we’re good bestfriends now.
* My little angel, I know that you’re with Papa Jesus now. I am very sorry if I wasn’t able to carry and take care of you. We both know that I’d be very happy to have you in my life. I wasn’t able to see you alive but I felt your presence. If only I could save you and put you back, I’d do it no matter what. I know that you're a real angel now, please look atfer me, your dad, our families, friends and loved ones. I love you so much and I know we’ll see each other in God’s time. Mommy LOVES you!

2007 was really a learning year for me, I had so many experiences that made me strong and taught me to walk on the right path. I had pains that I thought I wouldn’t bear, my heart, mind, and body were all restless. I lost someone who’s a real angel now and, lost my little angel’s Dad who I loveD for several years. All of these made me really strong. They taught me to look at the bright side of what life can bring, these moments skilled my legs to stand up again and walk forward, they trained my brain to forget the past and move on. Finally, after a few months of struggling, I made it! Thanks to my family, friends and to the Man up above.

My Christmas and New Year 2007 went well. I started this year with a smile. I became more “back-to-normal” as days passed by.

Just this month, Mr. Past confronted me. He told me that he still loves me and if he would have another chance, he wouldn’t waste it and will ask me to marry him. I didn’t expect what my heart felt as I went through his text message…. my heart didn’t feel good about it. Unexpected, but I really didn’t feel happy, no butterflies, not even one….98.99% SURE.

I don’t like to be sure of what I am feeling right now, but I am assuming that I might have forgotten my feeling for him, I don’t know when but I know how. I don’t know if it’s real, but I know it’s RIGHT…. 101%.

If you’ll be able to read this message now. I just want to let you know that I will always care for you and love you AS A FRIEND. It could never be as before and we both know why. I thank you for all the good times.Ü

Hi everyone! I just want to share the good news!

Some of you may know that I am into net surfing (really am), you might not see my Friendster and other networking sites missed out a single day, it would always say (LAST LOG IN: 24 hours)Ü. However, that somehow changed a few months ago because of my schedule.

I work 9 hours a day and attend my classes every Tuesdays and Thursdays, so instead of staying in front of this TECHNOLOGY, I'd rather sleep and get "charged" for the next day. It is somehow hard especially at first, but I get adjusted to the both worlds, and so I can therefore say that "IT'S REALLY ALL ABOUT TIME MANAGEMENT".

Now the good news is--last August 16, 2007 my Supervisor informed me that that day was the official date of my regularization!

Yep, I'm already a regular employee. Aside from a higher compensation and benefits, it just feels good to be part of the No.1 Corporate company in the Philippines AND world wide acclaimed-CONVERGYS!Ü

Last August 09, 2007 from work, I heard the bad news from my sisters. My daddy needs to surpass a minor heart operation (Angioplasty) to diagnose if his heart has an extended damage due to the dead tissue that was produced from his previous mild stroke. I was really shocked because we were not even aware about that previous stroke that he had (he, himself was not aware too, it was a sudden attacked that he did not feel and know), not unless the doctors informed him about his heart condition.
August 10, 2007 (PH TIME); August 9, 2007 (USA TIME, his place), was the scheduled date for his operation. I tried to be strong for him and my sisters but when my "Ate" started to cry, the rest of us followed. It was really hard for us to accept our dad's health situation. The fact that he's a million miles away from us made me more weak. I felt very helpless!
The whole night was miserable, I grabbed my mobile and composed a message for my TEXT-brigade. I sent it to my friends, and relatives and asked them to ask for God's guidance and healing hands all thru out the operation. I was first hesitant if it would be really necessary to inform other people about my father's condition, but as I've said, I felt very helpless and irresponsible, so I decided to find a way and that was to ask other people to help me and my family in praying for our special daddy. I received lots of text messages from my friends and I was really overwhelmed with all the text messages. They all sympathized and prayed for my daddy. The thought that a lot of people care about me and my dad, had somehow helped me surpassed this obstacle.
After a while of waiting, my Tita Elvie texted us and informed us that the procedure was over and successful, and that there was no need for my dad to undergo the next critical procedure (Bypass). My heart started to pump back FROM its sadness. Thank God!
Lesson/a learned:
1) Everything may happen in just a second, so if you love someone, please don't be hesitant to say how much he/she means to you.♥♥♥
2) Trust and have faith in Him and He will do the rest for us. God atests us because He believes in our capacity to surpass these tests with his gracing hands.
Thank you:
1) TITA ELVIE: I thank you for being there for my daddy, for taking care of him, and for loving him.
2) TO EVERYONE: Thank you for the prayers. I know God listened to our prayers.

Hi everyone! This is my first independent blog site. I have two networking sites like FRIENDSTER and MULTIPLY and these have blog options too but they don't focus on blogging.

I just hope that despite of my busy days, I would still be able to update MY FIRST independent blog site!Ü