and I know am not dreaming.

I am living my dream!

Beautiful life!!! Now, I can forget my toothache and will work from home today!

This is what he said to me over ym today. He is from Kenya and now lives in Perth, Australia.

[15:26] billy kipruto: hope u r well.still migrating to Oz in 2011?
[15:27] cheyennekyla: am praying for it.
billy kipruto: great to hear God spoils you with choices
[15:29] billy kipruto: I know u will be well wherever u r bse u r a child of a King

I cannot thank the Lord enough for the enormous gift . The gift of choices.

I don’t say this everyday but the Lord knows what is clogging in my mind for months now.

I am actually in a middle of dilemmas that sometimes I just ignore it so that I don’t get too taxed about it. But each time I see a new born, a pregnant mom, a new addition, I can’t help but stop, think and do some reality check with myself. When am I ready to conceive our 2nd child when i have a dozen box of pills in my cupboard. I feel so selfish.

Such decision is delayed due to a supposedly blessing which becomes a source of dilemma. A new job.
A job that after 3 months of joining has restored my sanity. A job that looks and feels promising. I don’t vie for promotion— but this time , i have loved the kind of contribution I could bring to this role. I am keen to grow here.

And this job led to another confusion —on the right time to move to Australia given that we were blessed with a PR visa. I can’ t help but get excited to a new adventure!

so my prayer is ….” God grant me a clear mind so I could decipher your direction , not my will Lord but yours” AMEN.

I certainly am.

Some bad habit to break.

Goodbye!

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I love my life and I won’t allow you mess with it. I am doing this because I want to be pleasing in the eyes of Jesus.

“Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!” Matthew 25:23 (NLT)”

Yahoo..madame pa daw blessings si Lord!
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Chuck and I met up with Sally Sunday night after our badminton game- grabee…our whole body ached but then we managed to pull ourselves to meet Sally and see her joy buying her new pair of Charles & Keith boots. Don’t worry dear, I will carry it straight to Sydney and i know you can’t wait to use them, good for the month -end when you return from your vacation! I also did my shopping for Gracy’s LACOSTE…Nakaka -tempt tong mga babaeng ito. Ewan ko ba..nakakatanggal talaga ng stress ang shopping. i hate you shopping—nakakaaubos ka din ng pera!!! nyahhahaha!
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My stocks are not doing good now. In red= duguan.
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My life is painted in beautiful colors because I want it bright!
It’s a choice at the end of the day, although there are days that you ain’t have much of a choice. Living in the moment. Enjoying down time!

There is a warm feeling that comes when you uplift someone—when someone laughs at your jokes and enjoys your company. I am always cautious at ensuring I don’t throw away my baggages to others who are seemingly down at one time. I stick to my purpose to keep one spirit up!

But of course—I also have my downtime. Luckily—-am not under the shadow of those days! Am on the verge of —-Happiness!

is having a sister……..

Am on the verge of Luckiness!
For earning about 100sgd from my stocks ( which was bought at relatively high price) . Hold it for 2 weeks. I was at loss position for a week. It scares me. Hehhehe.

Am on the top of Thankfulness!

For my sisters’s love for my daughter and my family. For making themselves available anytime I call them to Singapore without conditions attached.

I like our tan. Well, we don’t have much of a choice. But uso to ngaun sa Hollywood…nagkakagulo sila sa kulay namen. In fairness!

Cebu, Philippines
Sydney, Australia
Batam, Indonesia
Hongkong
Singapore

We’ve been in these 5 countries this year. I am indeed a dreamer. I remembered in one of my diaries, I listed down all the countries I wanted to visit this lifetime. We are contemplating on Japan or Europe. But maybe Japan is—-proximity to Asia. Europe is quite pricey , walang Cebu Pacific dun. We have a year to save for it —or maybe less , depending on the coming of our second child. I really wish I could have him/her soon. I could forget Japan.

The reason I loved Batam View Resort is the very serene, non commercial atmosphere it offers.
In short, it’s nothing fancy. I can be myself and commune with nature and not hurt my pocket.
And one more major thing that is unforgettable about the resort—the smiles and the patience of the hotel attendants. If I were to compare to Singapore’s approach to customer service, it would be a 10 vs 1.

Yeah…life is fair- you cannot have it ALL!

I certainly look forward to travel opportunities with my family. This year would be our travel year!

I can’t wait but think of it and plan for it.
What hotel to book, where and basically what to do in our 4 days stay.
I have Disneyland, Macau, Ocean Park, etc….
Suggestions anyone?

So, while thinking of Macau, can’t take my eyes off from this photo taken by Boyette in our recent trip to Batam. I am inclined to live this way eventually. Peace and quiet life. Indeed, there is no price tag to peace of mind. I will continue to choose to be happy , live this life in LOVE. Shove away the odds.

I thank God for the good life & health He provided for me and my family. I am very very very blessed.

Many Thanks to people who never seemed to give up on me.
Majority of these ———- is represented by my husband.

The guy who can’t give up on being a child. Hehhehehe..

For the things you have sacrificed for me————-i wish you could hang in there, no matter what.

It is not your birthday yet, so am not going to greet you till next month and we celebrate your day in Hongkong!

Fresh from the mailbox.

My Advance Mother’s Day Card from Chy.

No amount of job promotion, salary increase, bonus and etc…is equivalent to the joy of getting a card from Chy. I am indeed a very special creation for I am a Mom!

To my mama- I am proud of how you raised me & I love you.

I can’t open the card just yet- I will have to wait for Chy and we open this together. It is good I worked from home today.

Hubby sent an sms : Happy Anniversary

Wife ( acting blurry) : Can you please remind me why March 24? ( we were married on Dec 21)

Hubby : Magic date.

Wife : Of course I remember, am just trying to be sweet.

Hahhaha…it’s me again. My poetic side. I was expecting my hubby to respond in iambic manner to remind me of why March 24. But then, why? I know for one, he is not the poetic one. And, yes, it is magical. He could capture it in 2 words while me I am the one who has the difficulty of finding the finest words to define why March 24 is special to us.

Maybe in 3. I love us.

( Putik, hirap mag crop)

are appreciated. My dad is home now and is cleared from the suspected pneumonia. My lola on the other hand had a successful leg operation. Oh, I thank God for good health!

Note to my pader : Pls, take care of your body, you are not as fit when you were in your 40’s, hence, pls be mindful of your food intake.

Good wishes- I send to my friend Don2. Just keep it going there, it is a long journey and you are on the right track. May God enlighten and provide you wisdom on that day.

I am intrigued with how the future unfolds in front of me. Remember, last month- I had my own set of confusion until I gave up and got tired and now, I don’t have a slightest idea how one bit of development can connect to the bigger picture. I am trying to be STILL for I know there is a GOD that guides me. Whatever happens now is part of the bigger plan destined for me. Can’t stop the giggle to get excited over it.

I am happy to look forward to - my family reunion in SG, my sisters to try their luck here, my 32nd bday, HK trip, Chy’s 6th. I look back and really constantly believe that the GIFT of family is so FAR the best I ever have over these years. Of course, we are not perfect, there bad been tough times but I prefer on dwelling to my blessings.

Few funny, odd stuffs are going on with my LIFE. You will know in the coming days. I am keeping it to myself for now until I find 100% visibility.

And good wishes go to my bro in law- good developments in his job hunting.

My Lord, you are so wonderful!!!

My papa is sick and is admitted today at Ramiro Borja Hospital.
Lord, heal him soon.

On the other hand, our lola Teon ( Chuck’s grandma) undergoes an operation today on her knee. May the Lord completely heal your lola and will be back in walking legs soon.

7th to 14th : my parents and mom-in law will be visiting Singapore. I just got their ticks today and it only costs me Php18k ( including insurance, taxes, fuel, etc)

And on the 12th August is my birthday. Cool! My 2 sisters are coming few weeks in advance from the grannies, oh yeah—I am completely overjoyed imagining my birthday celeb this year. I will turn 32 and trying not to look like one. Kidding aside, I am OK to look my age. I have gracefully aged and I will be fine.

Today, I thank God for families!

My Tito and Tita based in US of which I was only reunited for less than an hour back in Pinas sent me this wonderful message. Can’t help but get misty-eyed….because I am obviously overjoyed.

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Hi Karen and Chuck,
Kumusta!
Upon reading your posts and messages it seems that you are undecided of where to settle down. I know this is an unsolicited advise, if you will, but after meeting your family last re-union, all grown up and raising a young family, I felt compelled to share with you a bit of what I think and feel to help you out with your decision. Maybe it’s that Magdoza blood.

I’ve never been to Australia but certainly I’ve heard a lot of good things about that country from our cousins who live there. Do you know of the Magdoza clan living in Sydney and Queensland? They are the Bothers and Sisters, Nieces and Nephews of Judge Pablo Magdoza and Fr. Kiking (children of Iyo Gorio and Nang Nene of Maribojoc).

I believe you have already done your research but then maybe not. So I am giving you a glimpse of life in Ausie through the eyes of our cuzns why they like it there. First off: Once a citizen, you can sponsor your entire family (including nieces and nephews) immigrate there or even just to visit - it’s easy to get a visa. Luz (your Tita Lurline’s classmate in Nursing school) was the first to go there by virtue of her marriage to an Ausie. She sponsored four of her bros and sis and some nieces and nephews easily. Her Pinas based families visit them often.
Second: As an Australian resident, the gov’t will help you buy your own house. There is a gov’t program where it will give you money for your downpayment.
Third: Schooling is not a problem financially through college as long as you are enrolled in a State University. And they have world renowned schools. Mark (Luz’s son) graduated from college free of tuition. In fact Luz told us that the Uni will even give the students (or some) a stipend just to stay in school. Great incentive - no school loans to pay afterwards. Luz and Wayne travel all over the world now and visit Pinas often. They were here with us recently and are planning to come back next yr.
Fourth: Socialized medicine therefore medical care is accessible to everyone. Of course you have the option to get a private insurance but why bother when it’s otherwise free?!
Fifth: If you have a knack for business - great. The gov’t will help you put up your business. Nonoy, Neneng and Dell’s families each have growing businesses.
Sixth: Australia is a beautiful country and you can attest to that having been there. My family hopes to visit there soon.

Well, there were times your Tita Lurline and I questioned the decision we made long time ago of settling in the USA. Now, there is no denying that we love America and grateful of what it afforded us to live the way we do. We do not regret it. In our time we did not have much choice - USA was IT - not Middle East, not Australia, not Canada, not Singapore or anywhere else, so it was a no-brainer decision. Technology was in its infancy then- the world was big and wide - today, it truly is a small world after all. Today in your time, you have so many choices that it can get confusing. Therefore, use technology to your advantage. All you have to do is open your eyes and mind wider to all opportunities and choices out there in the world through your fingertips - research. And, to make an informed decision based in your research the most important thing to do is FIRST IDENTIFY AND UNDERSTAND what your PRIORITIES are as a family.

We have not been to Singapore either and we do not know of anybody who live there except you. You have lived there for a while, then ask yourselves: What is there in Singapore that you love dearly that would really keep you from leaving. What is that ’something’ in Singapore that in the future you think your family can’t live without? What about Australia, will it be able to meet our needs and plans for the future? What does it offer that Sinagapore can’t for a better tomorrow for our family? In the end though, wherever you settle down, it all comes down to what is the best for your family.
Good Luck.

I hope this helps. You all take care and God bless you. Kisses to Chy.
Tito King and Tita Lurline