Dirk Ludwig's Mom

Since Dirk was 6 months old, he is a fan of the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Show and until now that he is a toddler; still his love for Mickey Mouse never fades. 1 week ago, Dirk was able to see a new cartoon show; I was just amazed because Dirk really had a loud laugh while watching that show. Suddenly, the show ended and Dirk started to cry, what I did, I immediately turned his attention to other things just to let him stop crying. I myself was not familiar of what Dirk had watched, good thing my sister was watching over Dirk and told me that the show was PORORO. I immediately downloaded videos of PORORO (using the Videoder Android App). Our little boy was so happy to see his new found PORORO show on his tablet. It’s been a week now and Dirk is really enjoying PORORO, I have observed that he enjoys the singing and the dancing episodes of the characters plus the show is really educational. I was able to download the English version because PORORO is a Korean kiddy show. So here ar...

We always want the best for our kids, right? This 2014 here are my goals as a mom and I am really praying that I can able to achieve all of these. In 2014, I am planning to avail a Medical Insurance for my little kid, I was able to identify already the medical insurance company (MaxiCare) and my target for is by 1st quarter of the year 2014. I find it more practical if I avail Medical Insurance, is badly needed especially if you have a baby. Medical check-up is very costly and most especially when our kids got sick. Hospital rooms plus medicines are getting very expensive these days. My 2nd goal is to increase my savings for at least 20%, currently I am able to allocate my budget and hopefully I can save more not only for myself but most importantly for the future of my son. Honestly, I was really having a hard time saving this 2013 because of unexpected payments like last June when my son got admitted to the hospital for a week. I am very much positive that I can save more th...

2 months more to go and our little boy will turn 2. As early as now, I am able to prepare the stuffs needed for his Big Day next year. He will have the Jake and the Neverland Pirates Birthday theme. Honestly, I am really enjoying this preparation because I am more hands-on and all the stuffs I have prepared are DIY.  Currently, I was able to print all the stuffs needed; the 30 pcs. Wooden baskets giveaways will arrive early next year and the balloons are also set. I already have the design of his cake with a matching glittered candle. With this, I wanted to share to all of you the Jake and the Neverland Pirates Birthday Printables I have made for Dirk. I would like to thank Google for the free images. Feel free to grab ♥ ♥ Creativity + Imagination = Magic ♥ ♥♥♥

I am really fond of scrapbooking. I admit I am not that artistic but I always try my best to make my scrapbook look good. I love to cut-out cute pictures that will fit the theme of my scrapbook but sometimes,I also buy some scrapbooking materials. Aside from the materials that I used, I also love to put baby quotes on my scrapbook. Recently, I was able to make one for my little man.  ♥♥♥ I want to share to you some of the quotes I used for my little man’s scrapbook. I just printed these quotes in nice special paper. Do hope you enjoy these quotes and happy scrapbooking! *** " Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart. "  " From small beginnings come great things. " " When you're drawing up your first list of life's miracles, you might place near the top the first moment your baby smiles at you. " " Babies are such a nice way to start people. " " My precious little baby, I have lo...

Few more days to go and it’s Christmas! All malls are having huge sales and discounts and because if this, my being an impulsive buyer has been activated. ☺ While strolling in the mall with my mom and Dirk, I really cannot control myself to always check the Kids Section. I was really looking for a pair of sandals to replace his Nike Rubber Sandals; I check different brands and finally decide to buy these 2 cute shoes and sandals. Not only I love the appearance but most of all; I trust the quality of these shoes. Since Dirk really loves to run, I opt for this sandal that really fits him. I also had close shoes for him for his formal get-up.  Dirk has been a good boy this year and he deserve these gifts ♥ I just love my son sooo much ♥

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Streets are filled with Christmas decors and lights, neighbors are starting to play Christmas carols and we are just so excited for Christmas! Time flies so fast and once again it’s December. It’s the 2 nd year that Dirk will celebrate Christmas. As to welcome December, I bought Dirk his Little Red Parol. Parol is a Star shape Christmas Lantern that is very famous in our country. Our little man was so delighted with his little Parol ☺ Since it is already December, we are starting our count down for our Dirk’s Bigday! 3 months more to go and this kid will turn 2.

If your given a bag full of beautiful products form Sample Room, who do you want to give it to, and why? My answer is: To my Mom I guess many of us would really try our best to show how much we appreciate our mom. Since my mom and dad separated, she is our Mapa (Mama and Papa); she never failed to make us feel complete. Raising us (2 girls and 1 boy) was really tough for her, not only she was able to give us all our needs but most especially, she was able to balance her time for us equally. When I became a mom like her, the more I appreciate the effort my mom sacrificed for us. What I learned from my mom is the most priceless gift I am able to teach my kid.  She is always their not only for me but also for my son. Since I need to work for me to provide for our needs, my mom became the YayaLa (Yaya & Lola in one) of my little boy. I am sometimes worried because my mom sometimes forgets to pamper herself because she is very hands on in taking care of my little boy. ...

I have been working in a bread and pastry industry for a year now and I am enjoying the variety of new products we offer to our clients. Few more days to go and it is holiday season again. For our Holiday Treat, we offer our delicious Fruitcake. Fruitcake is a traditional sweet cake that is served during holidays. Many countries have their own recipe of making this cake and we also have our own. A unique combination of brandy, nuts, glazed fruits & spices made our Fruitcake very tasty. ♥ For those mommies and daddies who would like to make their own Fruitcake this holiday season, you may use this recipe I got from Filipino Style Recipe . Here it is ♥ Estimated time of preparation: 15-20 minutes (plus soaking time) Estimated time of cooking: 50 minutes Ingredients : 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup red and green   maraschino cherries , drained 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1/2 cup candied pineapple chunks 1/2 cup brandy or rum 2 cups sugar(plus 1 cup su...

Since I became a mom, I am very much interested with baby bazaar, not because I am in impulsive buyer (sometimes I am guilty ☺ ) but because I enjoy seeing such cute baby items and also products for mommies and soon to be moms. Here in the Philippines, one of the most famous baby bazaars is the Babypalooza Bazaar. “The Babypalooza Bazaar aims to provide a safe and comfortable venue for start-up entrepreneurs to offer and promote their business to parents and friends.  Aside from brand new products for babies and toddlers, our event also welcomes sellers of gently used items and gear.” (Info source : http://www.babypalooza.com.ph/ ) This year, the Babypalooza team will have their 4th Babypalooza Bazaar this Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Walter Hogan Conference Center, Ateneo de Manila University Quezon City from 9AM until 7PM.  Unfortunately; I cannot attend this bazaar because I am here in C...

Dirk had a high fever last Friday, November 15, 2013. As a first aid, I gave him Dolan (Ibufropen based medicine) because that is the only medicine he can take (my little boy is allergic to paracetamol). I was bothered because the fever lasted for 2 days. I bought him to his Pedia yesterday because he lost his appetite due to his fever. I bought medicines prescribed by his pedia and immediately gave it to him. Last night, I was freaked out because rashes suddenly appeared all over his body. I suddenly rushed him this morning to his pedia. As per his pedia, Dirk had a viral infection that was rampant since last week (he had 6 patients same with the condition of Dirk) ; it is like Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease where in babies will first have fever, loss of appetite then rashes will come out after the fever is gone. I am glad because the rashes will be gone after 5 days. To all parents, let us ensure that our babies are safe. Immediately consult your pedia if your babies have the...

I think most of you would agree that buying the needs and wants of our babies is really very costly. For me, as much as possible, I am finding ways to at least able to save my budget from buying diapers and baby wipes (I fine these 2 neccesities very expensive). Currently, I am using cloth diapers for Dirk but not most of the time because i only have 2 pcs of it. Not only I was able to save my money, but as well, I am able to contribute a good impact on the environment because I was able to lessen the waste in our environment. Speaking about ways in saving money, I got this  homemade baby wipes  recipe  from an auction in Listia. Listia is an o nline auction site where in you do not need money or cash in order to have items that you want, but instead, you only need to use credits. Need not to worry beacuse the sign-up is for free. So for those parents who love to make products for their babies and would like to save a lot of money just to buy baby wipes, hope you...

♥ Our Father in heaven, we humbly pray to You as a nation. We plead to Your merciful heart that You may look upon them with compassion.  We pray for our brothers who have lost their lives. Receive them in Your Heavenly kingdom.  We pray for those who are lost and those trying to get home to their families. Make their way easy. We pray for those who have lost their homes. Give them comfort.  We pray for those who are still exposed to the bad conditions and awaiting help.  Give them strength. Everything we do for our unfortunate brethren, we offer to You and Your glory.  All this we pray in the most holy Name of Jesus, Amen. The aftermath of Yolanda in Tacloban Leyte

1. New Customers get your first pair free at Firmoo.com right now! Check out  http://www.firmoo.com/free-glasses.html 2. All free code eligible eyegwear at that page is offered in limited quantities every day. First come, first served! 3. For new customers only. One pair per person. 4. All free frames come complete with 1.50 single vision lenses, complimentary cases, cleaning cloth and other accessories. You just need to pay shipping. 5. Full refund for dissatisfaction. If you never tried Firmoo or bought glasses on-line, here are some tips that might help: The virtual try-on system is a great help in choosing your favorite glasses: 1. You'll see all wearing effects by switching to the virtual try-on mode on the product list page. 2. Upload your own pictures to see how you'll look with the chosen glasses on. 3. When you move the mouse over your favorite glasses, you'll find some users wearing the pair on the right side of the page. Which will be ...

Last November 8, 2013, Super typhoon YOLANDA badly hit some of our areas here in the Visayas. As much as I wanted to blog about it, I really find it very hard to explain the pain and sufferings of my brothers and sisters that are affected of the calamity. The Filipino Spirit is very strong that no typhoon can break us. Together, we will survive. To those who have helped us, a BIG THANK YOU to all of you. For those who would like to help, please see information below: Source :  http://www.abs-cbnfoundation.com SAGIP KAPAMILYA IN-KIND DONATIONS For donations in kind, you can drop them off at: Sagip Kapamilya Warehouse #13 Examiner St. West Triangle, Quezon City CASH DONATIONS For cash or cheque donations, you may go to: ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc. Bldg. Mother Ignacia Avenue corner E. Lopez St. Brgy. South Triangle, QC Office tel. no: +632-411-4995 or +632-415-2272 loc 3765 or deposit to the following SAGIP KAPAMILYA Bank Accounts: Peso Account Bank Name...

The word “Happiness” or “Happy” has a lot on meaning for different people. What makes you happy may not apply to others or vice versa. The happiness of others may not be the same as yours. For me, happiness or being happy means able to stay alive and survive during my UP and DULL moments. In short, it is making a choice if you want to be happy or not. Image Source : franthony.com 14 years in school, 5 years in an employee  and 1 and ½ year as mom, here are some ways on how do I keep myself happy despite of the challenges I encounter : This REAL sunflower really made me SMILE • Learn to Smile – smiling has been a part of my routine. Good or Bad, I always smile because I believe that everything happens for a reason. • Saying Thank You – not only I thank the Lord for everything he gave me but I never fail to thank all the people surrounding me. They have been a part of my life. • Be Honest – being honest now a day’s seems to very hard for some. But for me, h...

It was a very peaceful Tuesday morning, Dirk and I was still in bed and was not too early to get up because it was a Holiday so I don’t have work. At was around 8:30 that our ceiling fan was suddenly shaking; I thought it was just my imagination, and then suddenly a very hard shake disturbed us, an earthquake that lasted for about 10 minutes.  We are living in the 2 nd floor of the apartment and I was really grateful that God blessed me because I was in control; I was able to safely carry my son outside our room and safely run outside. That was my 2 nd time to experience a strong earthquake, the 1 st time was on February 2012, that time I am 8 months pregnant with Dirk and I was in our technical training room in the office because I was have a training. God never failed to be always there for us because we were able to evacuate the building safely. Back to the October 15, 2013 earthquake, many aftershocks came after the 7.2 magnitude earthquake; around 1,000+ aftershock...