big kids

Just want to share the recent pic of my fourteen year old son, Ico and my five-year old girl Samantha. This photo taken inside Hershey's store from Universal Studios Singapore last month. I love this shot as you can see how playful my kids are. Playful at the same time, big already. Yes, I can't believe my kids grew so fast. So fast, right before my eyes. They are no longer my babies. They have their own friends, own activities, mood swings and in fact, they have a mind of their own! I can no longer dictate and force them to do things. Oh, if I can only stop time, so they'll be forever my babies. With the kids growing up fast ... no need for hgh, eh? What do you think? :)

computer upgrade

It will take quite a while before I can get my new laptop. Sadly, company opex budget quite tight lately as we need to priroritize investments that would yield high revenue returns in a short period of time. Naturally, one of the major cuts includes non-urgent sales tools such as cars, desktops and laptops.

Thus, despite all the slowness with the office applications, ICMS and CRM tools installed in my current laptop, I have no choice but to wait for unit upgrade. It may take long as it needs budget approval which I believe will be part of the 2011 planning already. But as an interim solution, our IT group suggested for quick upgrade approach at less cost , do computer memory upgrade. It sounds a viable solution for now, as most of the sales people already complaining of slowness that affects their productivity but nevertheless, it is still an upgrade. I welcome any possibility of improving my work performance and I sure do hope so this will be the practical and economical solution for the company.

A Profile of Frontline Plus

Taking care of your dog or cat can be an exhausting process. After vet bills and other costs, the expense of having a pet can soon rise. Luckily, one of the most common forms of disease your pet can face, namely fleas, can be dealt with cheaply and efficiently. Frontline Plus is one of the most versatile and cost effective methods of curing your pet from fleas.

Fleas and other bugs can be dangerous because they not only infect your pet, but also can spread to humans. One such illness is Cat Scratch Disease, which causes few ill effects in cats but can result in large lumps and irritated areas of the skin in humans. Rickettsiosis is another illness that is not easily noticed in cats but can spread to other members of the family.

Once you apply the product to your pet, Frontline Plus works by storing itself in vital oil glands in the skin and becomes distributed throughout your pet’s body. The product is waterproof (especially handy for dogs who love to go in the water) and will provide protection for up to one month.

There are different doses and sizes of products available for different pets. Depending on your dog’s size and weight, you will need to buy a different version of Frontline Plus. Larger dogs obviously have different size bodies and organs to small pets, so the product will be distributed differently.

There is only one product for cats as most cats are around the same size.There are even offers and special deals available, ensuring that you can purchase Frontline Plus for a bargain price. For example, one offer that can be found is that you can receive one case of the product free when you buy six or more of a certain size. This makes Frontline Plus a cheap and easy way to cure your pet of fleas.

birthday treats ...

It's my birthday today ... and I am another year older, wiser, and more grateful. And I thank the Lord for giving me another year, another year to be productive at work, to share my life, spread love and laughter to others.

I've been celebrating my birthday since last week. I've had parties and small gatherings to welcome my birthday.

1. Thursday, June 10 : Surprise birthday party at Music Banks Videoke given by my colleagues

2. Friday, June 11 : Lunch treat to my C&P Team at T.G.I.F Trinoma as my big thanks for the surprise party.

3. Friday, June 11 : Party-proper. Joint-birthday celebration treat with Oye for my Bayan colleagues.

4. Sunday,June 13: Joint-birthday treat together with my blogging friends Joy, Jane and Jody which also coincides with the baby shower of Joy and Abie.

5. Monday, June 14 : Dinner with my family at TGIF Glorietta.

6. Tuesday, June 15: Filed for birthday leave to enjoy my ME time. Spa and shopping time today! :)

7. June 19-22 : My birthday travel treat to the kids c/o the husband. Will be celebrating four wonderful days in Singapore. Part of the itinerary includes Universal Studio, Night Safari and Sentosa Park.

The Well Dressed Bachelor

One hundred years ago, being classy was a requirement. Getting "dressed for dinner" and "dolling up" were part of everyday life. Even the bums wore coats and hats.

Enter the present day. A guy can go to a wedding reception in a short sleeve shirt and baggy shorts with three days worth of scruff on his face and only get a sniff or two of disdain.

However, dressing down is passe. The '80s style of nice clothes worn badly is history. The '90s dress down world order is dying: It's time to put on the ritz again.

So, here's the correct way to walk through the door at the next reception.

Start with shoes that look the part, but are comfortable; you may have to show off your dancing skills. Socks are a must, but keep the weather in mind. Wool in summer is a bad idea.

Next up is pants and the jacket. Solid color, pinstripe, or patterned--choose the design that works for you, and put it to work. You can't go wrong with a smart looking suit. Go dark, because bright colors are for those who are brash and want to show off. If you're really willing to go for the next level of snazzy, leave the coat unbuttoned and add a slightly garish vest; it's a subtle clue that there's more to you than meets the eye.

The shirt is next, and the rules are the same as with the suit. It's got to be a complimentary item: black suit, white shirt. Maybe a quiet blue for a gray suit. Wrap it all up with a tie--again, don't go flashy because you're better than that.

Lastly, consider the extras. Cuff links show that you're a man of higher breeding. A ring with some hidden meaning adds a dash of mystery. Top it off with a classy watch, something fancy like Roberto Coin.

Perhaps, Delightful?

Welcome the newest offering from Louis Vuitton - the Monogram Delightful. It's slated to be released in June 2010 I was told that LV Guam store already has a stock. I wonder if it will be released to other LV stores within the next few months. It's so beautiful - a combination of Artsy and Neverfull. Its extra supple hobo shape makes it a joy to carry as it molds to your body. And the price is really great - $760 for the PM, $855 for the MM and $1100 for the GM. The PM and MM versions do not have the zippered pockets in front thus, the big price difference. Of course, I want the zipper type as my Neverfull has no zipper at all. Now I am thinking ... And since it's my birthday week, perhaps I can get someting DELIGHTFUL as birthday treat! Hahaha! Let's see.

another baby shower ...

for the MBAPs group.

For 2010, we have two preggo members, both about to give birth anytime this month. Our blogger friends, Abie and Joy. Thus, we are rushing for their baby shower as they are about to pop anytime. So tomorrow, Sunday, we are off to Conti's Greenbelt 2 for an afternoon party. We've booked a separate function room to accommodate the MBAPs including our families. So that's a total of thirty adults and kids. Whooaa! :)

For the baby shower gift, I already bought a small token for Abie's baby, a baby boy this time. While for Joy, I got her some girly stuff since they are blessed with another baby girl in the family. The husband told me aside from getting the babies some cutie stuffs, he told me to get the preggo moms prenatal vitamins too. A must, as it helps the babies development while inside the mother's womb. And he's right. Now I am seriously considering the husband's suggestion.