A Review: Veseline Intensive Rescue

Ever since I was a kid I've always looked after my skin because I really really have a severe dry skin.  It was hereditary and my mom always made me believe that proper moisturizing is the only way to go.

When I first migrated here in Canada last February this year, my dryness problem got really worse. =(  I came from the Philippines and having used to a hot sunny weather was already an issue for me, but when i arrived here, i never thought that cold weather would be a more difficult distress to my skin. My hands were in severe condition.  The skin around my knuckles started cracking until it will become so sore. I was about to seek medical help when i saw Vaseline Intensive Rescue in the supermarket.  I always try the lotions first before buying and in my surprise I was really impressed when I first applied it to my hands. I knew right away that it moisturizes really well.  With a small amount I put my hands felt well hydrated.  The word "rescue" definitely got my attention because literally my skin needs some rescue!  And I was rescued indeed!  Plus it wasn't greasy and creamy unlike the other lotions and I just love the lightweight feel in every application.

Thanks Vaseline!  No need to see a doctor! 

Wordless Wednesday: When Rafael Gets Curious

My son Rafael was checking out this sculpture in Pinto Art Gallery.  He was sooooooo curious!

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Crayola Giveaway

Crayola has been a part of my life and will always be.  Ever since I was a little girl, one of the first thing I owned is a box of Crayola crayons.  My dad even brought a big 98-piece box of crayons when he went back home from his US trip.  That box made me so popular in the class when I was in the 1st grade.  Even my mom knows that only Crayola is the trusted brand and that's the same thing I know for my 4 year old little boy.  I don't have to worry because I know that they are not toxic and will definitely help my kid be more creative and imaginative.  Plus consider the fact that they can be rubbed off easily from the floor, walls and furniture!  Worry free especially for those mothers with toddles! With all the products they are producing right now Crayola is definitely making art so easy for the kids and help bring their works into life.  Especially right now that Rafael is starting to be my little artist now,  I can always imagine the big smile on his face whenever we buy him Crayola products.  Through the bright and brilliant colors Crayola produces, my little boy can express himself through his works and that really makes me and my husband happy. 

Here are some of his art works using his Crayola Washable Markers.

Rafael busy with his drawings

Potato Head??

according to Rafa that's me!

And right now, A Busy Mommy is giving away cool Crayola products! Click this link to have the chance to win Crayola Glow Explosion Spin Magic giveaway!

Enjoy my fellow mommies!!!

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It's A Girl

Finally we already had our 3D/4D UTZ done in Som Visao Spa last October 22, 2010! And yes it's a GIRL!!! Another answered prayer! She was really awesome that night. She gave us nice pretty shots and even showed us her dimple just like mine =) She even yawned and  opened her eyes as well which according to the lady only happens in 1 out of 50 UTZ in their SPA. My precious little girl.... I can't wait to see you sweetie. Your brother Kuya Rafael is really excited to be with you just like us. You are really making us happy.

 100% confirmed! We're having a baby GIRL!

 3D/4D Ultrasound at Som Visao Spa

 sucking her fingers

 her pretty lips and chubby cheeks

No regrets paying $70.00 for the UTZ.  We first thought it wasn't practical at all but after having the amazing experience we realized it was all worth it.  Wish Rafael was with us and was able to join us in enjoying viewing his little sister.  But hey who knows, in next few years I might have another baby! Why not!!!

My little girl is totally a poser!  The lady doing the ultrasound enjoyed taking pictures of her.  She never stopped moving!  She might have covered her face a few times but most of the time she was kicking, sucking her fingers and yawned for three times.  We only paid for 10 minutes but it was like an hour long after seeing everything she did.  She just made me and her daddy more excited.  Two more months and I\ll get to hold her, kiss her and hug her.  I can't wait.

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My First Haircut in Canada

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I'm having my first haircut here in Canada right now! It took me 8 months before I finally decided to get my hair done. I just can't take the fact that I have to pay around P2000++ for a cut. I only pay P300 max in the salons in the Philippines!

My co-worker Jen brought me to this Taiwanese hair salon called Mentor which is just right beside Richmond Center. So far, the service wasn't so bad. Although I found the cut very Asian looking. I'm having a little bit of regret not going to a western salon instead. I never liked the hair styles most Chinese / Taiwanese have here in Richmond. However I loved the head massage my hair stylist jut did few minutes ago plus the warm towel she placed on my nape. Ooohhh, it was soooo good! I don't know, I'm probably just desperate for any massage right now, but seriously that was a bottoms up.


Okay... So my haircut's done now and surprisingly I'm loving it! Never thought that my lesbian hairstylist will create an amazing look on my hair or probably I should say that hair cutters here in Canada are way better than those in Pinas. I should start getting used o having nice hair. The way she just layered my hair was smoothly done. Never thouhgt that I'll have a better style for my hair :)

I'm soooooo happy!!! My first haircut experience here in Canada wasn't a mess. I've been crossing my fingers for this to be successful! Lovin' my hair right now!!!!

A Toy Story Good Deal

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Last Saturday, it was the Toys R Us Canada last day of their 2 Day Big Sale Event. From work, I asked my husband to drive me in Landsdowne mall to checkout the great deals for the toys. And just look what I found! Another addition to our little Rafa's collection of Toy Story 3 cast. From its original price of $19.99 it went down to just $9.97! What a great deal. I showed it to him right away in the Internet and he loved it. He's been asking for that bear and robot ever since he watched he movie. Now, his collection is almost complete!

Oven Strikes Again

For the nth time, our oven here in the apartment strikes again! For several times now, the smoke detector have been alarming every time I bake something in the oven. Our oven is sooooooo old! I can't see the marking anymore.  I don't even know if it has the normal thermostat indicator. Our Chinese landlady didn't provided us any user's guide nor explain to us how to use it correctly. It's definitely dangerous to use. I once attempted to bake brownies but it just ended up getting burned :( Now, my dreams of being able to bake my own cupcakes are all gone. I can't wait to find a place of our own or at least get a new apartment to rent. Definitely one of my wish list, a normal working oven! I don't want to hear that heart pounding noisy alarm again. Totally, it scared the hell out of me especially that I was alone.Missing our kitchen in the Philippines. =(

My Photogenic Baby

my baby on her 5th month

It's already 4:47am and still I can't sleep! My baby keeps kicking proving he/ she is definitely healthy and strong. Now I keep looking at her recent ultrasound picture taken last Wednesday September 8 when I had my OB assessment and examination at the Richmond Hospital. It was Luis first time to be with us during our ultrasound session. He wasn't there the last time because he was at work. All the smile and excitement I saw on his face inside the room while I lie down just proved how happy the experience was for him. He saw our baby aka "Amina" kicking right before his eyes. The technician was very impressed and described our baby as very pretty and obedient baby.  I bet they don't really get nice shots of babies' positions most of the time, but my examination was no sweat for her at all.  She found our baby photogenic as if she was on a photo shoot giving her the best shots!  Just look at the picture above, it was absolutely a nice profile.  Now Luis and I always joke around if either he / she got the nose from me or from him.  Amina all got it from her mommy!!!  Good job sweetie!  I can't wait to see you and hoping you'll be obedient as you are right now!  Daddy, mommy and Kuya Rafa love you so much!!!! See you in a few months!

                                                                  20 weeks pregnant

                                                                                xoxo