The Year That Was

29 December 2008

I packed my bags along with my son on an adventure to Cebu. I stayed there for about nine months to pursue a dream and establish a nest egg for our family in the future. It was tough to do everything myself, a lot of decisions have to be made and whatnots. Luckily I have my sibs with me who worked with me to make everything a reality. Now they are part of this great dream as well, and I'm very happy to have them on board. Choosing a house on the other hand is tough, I needed space, I have limited budget and time, I don't like to be bound by homeowner's association rules and the likes, and it has to be something that my spouse would like to (this remains to be seen hehehe!!!)

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I have forged new friendships and rekindled old ones. I am happy to be able to spend a lot of time with them while I was in Cebu. I wish they are all close by.

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I finally lost a few nagging inches around my waist and a couple pounds that have been glued to me since I gave birth. It took three years but I am happy! Next time, I should know better. No more wallowing over weight and waist but healthy diet and exercise.

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My son is now three years and four months old, partially potty trained. Since Christmas there have been no accidents. I hope this is the start of a diaper free household. I am crossing my fingers he would not be a bed-wetter like I was.

He can read phonetics now and can read and spell his name (depending on his mood). He can scribble and draw, thankfully not yet on walls.

He now sleeps in his own room and have become more independent. A joyous milestone which makes me sad at the same time. My baby has grown!

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We renewed our vows (twice), well we don't like to count the first one on Nov 30. It was a mass renewal with other couples. We are selfish and we want to have our moment on our day. We had it exactly the same day, date, and time five years ago. It was truly solemn and meaningful. I am praying for more amazing and mind blowing adventures in the years to come. We're hoping we could reach our diamond anniversary hahahaha!!!

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It has been a lovely 2008! I can't wait for the surprises that awaits me next year =)

4 comments:

konsuy said...

i'm sure greater things await for you in 2009. ikaw pa? 100 things or thoughts per minute. pang guiness lagi.

photosandmemos said...

indeed 2008 was a great year for you=) heres to more better adventures to 2009=)calling leiko=)

Mommy Blogs said...

CHI, i don't want to be in guinness. according to mark ra ba grabe na nga level akong kabuang! hahaha!

CHEL, thanks hihih *giggles*

Shutterfairy said...

by 2009 your project that you started here will be blooming beyond what you forcasted.. those things happen to good people.