Ginatang Munggo

For the longest time, my taste buds were looking for arroz caldo but I never got the chance to buy or cook some. We were killing some time on Saturday and dropped by the supermarket where they sell merienda stuff. I was just too happy to see arroz caldo being sold there. But I was giddy when I saw that ginatang munggo is also being offered. It being my all-time favorite Filipino snack, I went for it instead.

However, I was disappointed to find out that they used red mung beans instead of the green ones. Yes people, the traditional ginatang munggo recipe uses green beans. The one I bought on Saturday did not have that distinct smell of an authentic ginatang munggo :(

I suddenly miss my Mom who would painstakingly prepare the dish, especially when I was pregnant. It is not easy and no wonder it is not usually served in restaurants!

I will share the recipe next time! :)

New Sheets

I have saved my target amount for K’s account and I am mighty proud for having done so. It’s not much but that’s already a feat since I am not used to saving (bad, I know!). Anyway, after setting that aside, I am now saving for Christmas or anything that we need. I am eyeing new bed sheets and pillow cases like this one I found in the matouk page:

Who wouldn’t want 600 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets?! That would be heaven! I wish this set will go on sale during Black Friday. That would be totally awesome and I will not think twice to grab a set!

Organizing Files

I’ve been blessed to be working at home. Job requests have been pouring in since early this year (I’m lying low for now though because I have no one to assist me with K). If you must know, I have several “bosses” I work for every now and then. To avoid getting confused, I created a system: listing the tasks and the accounts. I realized that the system is not sufficient to keep me organized. I failed to foresee what might happen now that I have lots of documents and files to keep. I think I need a document management system already. I haven’t sorted then yet into folders. I need to remind myself to start doing that once I have more time in my hands.

A Motorcycle is NOT a Car

Another disturbing (at least for me) image on the road:

This was along Roxas Blvd and they also turned left at Qurino. Yes, that’s an entire family tandem-riding on a motorbike! There were six of them: 3 adults and 3 children. Notice that only one of them was wearing a helmet. I could not take a more decent picture because Ane was just too careful not to drive beside them. It looked like the bike can lean on the passing cars anytime because they were too heavy.

Sigh.

I really wish the parents are more responsible. Don’t they know the dangers of such action?

Skin Lesson

If you experience dryness and recurring skin rashes, you just might be suffering from eczema. It is a chronic skin condition as opposed to a regular dermatitis which is considered acute although a lot of people interchange the two terms which are also often classified together. It may have resulted from allergic reactions that are genetic in nature or the skin is simply too sensitive and gets irritated so easily. It cannot be totally treated but recurrence may be avoided by moisturizing the skin and avoiding known allergens. Lastly, it is not contagious.

Look, We’re on a Flier! :)

This is not a real toot but it just made me smile to see us on a flier :) That’s us at the upper right hand corner :)

Fotoadik was the photo booth supplier for Klaire’s birthday. That souvenir layout and backdrop design was mine :) Anyway, Fotoadik has another promo to celebrate their first year in the business. Check out the rates if you want to consider them for your parties.

Free!

He decided to be free from his addiction. He just finished with an opiate detox program in Malibu and he plans to be clean for the rest of his life. He knew he needed to change for his wife and kids. He realized that life is more meaningful when the body is drug-free. He is reborn and a party was set to celebrate new life.

The Decision was Yours

When you left, it was a decision you made. No one forced you to stay. Although it was requested that you wait for a replacement, still no one forced you to stay when you insisted to leave. You were giddily excited to marry, or at least move-in with your supposed significant other. Now getting married is a life-long decision. You probably do not know yet but the honeymoon period most certainly ends. That said, I hope you never give unsolicited advice (ie. “If I were you, I’d marry also”) based on a day or two of “experience”. Don’t drag others into making the same decision as yours. Own the life you chose and let others live theirs the way they want it. Good luck.

It’s Raining!

The rainy season is making itself felt these days. I know I complained about the Summer heat few weeks ago and could not wait for rain to come. But when it pours heavily, I can’t help but worry – I obviously do not want another Ondoy! And because it’s been raining, the pool can’t get enough pool filters! I noticed that the kids (and adults) don’t go swimming as much as they did, even if the rains would stop in the morning. Maybe because they’re afraid to get sick or the pool is not ready to be swum in. I miss the afternoon shrieks by the poolside. Will have to wait for next summer, I guess.

(Thought bubble: How the heck are we going to use up all three packs of swimming pants I bought for K?! LOL! I will probably just sell them!)

Unsafe Joyride

On Saturday, we had the chance to drive through Manila via R10 to Makati. It was one of those rare times, because we usually ply EDSA. And then we saw these teenagers riding the back of a pick-up truck, appallingly unsafe:

 

I am not saying that this only happens in Manila. It was just a coincidence for us to share the road at that time. I wonder if the parents of these kids know about it? I am quite sure also that this is against the law but we passed by several traffic enforcers and not once were they apprehended. The vehicle was still unregistered so no plates to report but the panels (front and doors) label it to be a barangay property. Now I failed to take a picture of that side because Ane drove by them quickly, and I was not able to note it too.

Oh well, I just wish adults will become more responsible and never allow kids to travel like this.