I am here blogging at Starbucks right now while waiting for Salon de Manila here in Alabang to open at 10am.  I’ve made an appointment with my hairstylist, finally, after almost two months after my last haircut.  Geez, I badly need a haircut. My hair is everywhere. LOL.

Here’s what I am having while blogging my heart away by the way …

Belgian Waffle (strawberry) and  mango juice.

On to my 5th month of pregnancy, my OB is encouraging me to get myself enrolled with prenatal yoga classes, something that is quite popular now with pregnant women like me. According to her, three of her patients are currently into it and they have got nothing but good words to say about it. My OB specifically told me too that aside from the many physical benefits prenatal yoga brings, it also helps women through the evolutionary process of pregnancy by connecting with other pregnant women, allowing the opportunity for inward reflection, providing a healthy physical and emotional outlet for one’s experiences, and ultimately preparing one for birth on a holistic level.

Now, wouldn’t you get convinced?

I am sold on the idea so I am now looking for a yoga mat online. There are a lot of different yoga mats available but since I am pregnant, I might settle with Fitness & Yoga Mats Ribbed Comfort Mat for comfort. I also need to get a yoga mat bag of course. I was surprised that they come in plenty of colors and different styles. Love it! I am so excited. I sure hope to see the benefits everybody is talking about myself. If you know me, I am not really into exercising but I am willing to give prenatal yoga a try. We’ll see and I’ll let you know.

Thanks to Aggie for this wonderful prayer.

Isa ako sa mga nagmamasipag lately Aggie, hahaha.

Prayer for the MV Princess of the stars fatalities and survivors.

Dear God, we pray that you comfort each bereaved family everyday as they grieved for their loss, we pray that you will supply all their needs, we pray for the survivors that they may have a good life after the tragedy, that you will bless them and let them know in the deepest part of their heart that in spite of what have happened, you LOVE and CARE for them. This we pray in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen. I encourage everyone to keep the prayer going. LET’S P.U.S.H. (PRAY UNTIL SOMETHING HAPPENS).

We Prayed: 1. Through The Rain 2. God’s gift 3. The Adventures of Dong and Jing 4. Me, Myself and I 5. malditang bunso’s journal 6. Underneath It All 7. 100% Kelly 8. My Colorful World 9. InkBabyStudios 10. TheSaladCaper 12. MommyTalks 13. Shangrila Journey 14. Sassy Finds 15. My Joys 16. My Charmed Life 15. Mommyhood and Me

Passing this to preggy mommies Peachy, Mich, Amore, Nikki and Toni.

Okay, I am so late with fashion must haves lately. It is only now that I chanced upon Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons. As I saw the collection, I can’t help but tell myself that I have been missing a lot! Clothes were very sassy, sexy, and stylish. I can’t wait to get my hands on the Baby Phat tees too as worn by supermodels and celebrities which is now a phenomenon and the reason for the birth of Baby Phat Sportswear Collection.

Right now, they just showcased their Spring 2008 collection and wow, everything on it is a must have! Check their website so you’ll know what I’m talking about. I am sure trying them out so you should too. Don’t be left behind, eh?  

Thank you Tet for this.

~Start Copy Here~

1. Copy from start to finish
2. This letter should be pass on to your closest friends online.
3. Add your name and URL blog HERE!! .
4. Get back to Me [HAZEL] and leave a comment once you’ve passed on the letter. Will then visit your site to make sure your links are complete and proper.

1. Wheng 2. Hazel 3. Janeth Vicy’s Life Journey 4. A Sweet Taste Of Life 5. Sassy Finds 6. Shangrila Journey 7. Mommyhood and Me

To ensure everyone receives equal link benefit, UPDATE your list regularly!

It’s true I have never seen you
and we have never met,
Never shaken Hands or
even truly hugged and yet!
I know for sure you care for
me by the kindness that you give.
And our keyboards keep us
together doesn’t matter where we live.
So I give you this gift to
put a smile on your face
and to let you know in my
heart you have a special place.

~End Copy Here~

I pass this to all MBAPs who are now keeping one big secret. LOL!

My sister who just started working for a bank some weeks ago is now having problems with acne. It could be because of the stress what you think? I told her to go to a dermatologist quickly so she can look for a remedy but her busy schedule is preventing her to do so as soon as possible. I found a site though that could give her the facts she needs to know about acne — fast — so she can get on the road to clear skin right away. At Acne.com, she’ll get a ton of information about acne, including acne’s various causes and effects, types, preventative measures, and common myths and claims. I hope she finds a solution that fits her. After all, acnes are really sometimes very irritating to have specially if you are not really used to having them ever since.

Something from Jade.

Click copy/paste, delete my answers, type in your answers and tag 4 people in your lists!

(A) Four places I go over and over:
The grocery, malls, Sophia’s school and my mom’s place in Pampanga.

(B) Four people who e-mail me regularly:
Jackie, My sister in law, Joni and my neighbor who is an insurance agent.

(C) Four of my favorite places to eat?
Las Paellas, Circles, Banana Leaf, Tony Roma.

(D) Four places you’d rather be?
Europe, US, Australia and HK.

(E) Four people I think will respond:
Jody, Thea, Jen and Nikki.

(F) Four TV shows I could watch over and over:
TV Patrol, Grey’s Anatomy, Desperate Housewives and Prison Break.

I am currently looking for digital camera accessories for our digital camera. We have the Canon Digital Ixus and after looking around the mall near us, it seems that prices of accessories such as battery replacement and casing are cheaper online specifically at SF Planet. The husband is now also bugging me to get extra digital SD card for him as he learned I can get it cheaper. I just hope our orders will arrive in time for our trip to HK next week. My digital camera, as you all know, is my constant companion and my must have with every travel we have. It has been with us for some time now and so far, I am very satisfied with it thats why I have no plans of replacing it, yet. All I need are added accessories.

We had a sumptuous lunch at Antonio’s in Tagaytay last Sunday.  We were once again yayaless as Sophia’s yaya was on a day-off so it was just the three of us - Jon, Sophia and I which made our lunch date extra sweet.

The little girl was very relaxed so we were not in a hurry to eat at all as she was having fun looking at the coy pond.  We sat right beside the pond thats why.

Here are some photos.

Here’s what we ate, Jon and I had one serving of each plus bread and soup.

For dessert, here’s what we had.

Food was yummy but a bit expensive. We are coming back though to try their other specialty - lechon de leche which needs to be called in first a day before.

Next, our Tagaytay Highlands Kwento.

I can’t get enough of shopping for our coming baby. You see, since I am having a boy, I am inclined to buy new baby products again even if this is my second pregnancy already as most of Sophia’s stuff are colored pink or has girly themes.

Right now, I am looking at crib linens. Good thing Sophia’s wooden crib is white so I don’t need to get a new one, just a couple of crib fitted sheets and crib bumpers for protection.

I am also thinking of getting a new stroller, a travel system specifically. I hope I can make the husband agree on which one I like even if the price is quite steep. After all, a good stroller and a carseat is a necessity nowadays. What do you think?

Lastly, I am searching for the perfect baby bag to lug around with our baby boy’s stuff. The bag must be roomy and very functional and can be lugged around by either me or hubby.  I noticed that diaper bags have evolved (style-wise) tremendously these days compared to some three years ago when I had my eldest.

There you go, my online shopping list for the moment.  My day will be pretty occupied surfing I’m sure.