Ohana

Sister in Singapore emails me and tells me she might not be able to be home on New Year.

I told little sister this is what she said.
No! "Ohana!"
She said it in an anxious and panic-mode, but merciful tone, like a little angel brat. Yes, it's contradicting, I couldn't explain either. So I asked her what Ohana means.

It's from Lilo and Stitch, "Ohana" means family. Family means nobody gets left behind. Or forgotten.
Either she comes here or we go to her on New Year.

I couldn't contradict.
I told this to sister in Singapore.
She couldn't contradict either.
We'll find a way, after all, it's just April.

Bagong Gupit

We got jealous of Yoquito's new haircut that's why we decided to go with the heat wave of summer. It is indeed starting to get hot nowadays.

Denden's growing his hair for a few months now and I must admit, I missed his "no-hair" look. So when he said it was hot and wanted to shave his head, I "seconded" the motion and got the electric shaver.

As for me, after more than a year, and the free haircut coupon I got, I went to the salon and got my usual, short, a little below the ears, haircut.

With this summer welcome, heads up to higher electric bills!

Walking the baby

The first time that Yoquito wore his shoes a few months ago, he didn't like it. He just lied on the floor and didn't want to walk, even stand up. Now that he completed his vaccines, we were ready to tag him along every time we go out. So we tried putting a collar and a leash. That, he didn't like either. So I was told that neck collars might harm dog's trachea and might cause respiratory problems especially if your dogs pulls the leash. Or in this case, Yoquito might not want the collars because it's hurting this throat. So, we looked for other options and found the harness. Harnesses go around the neck, in front of the shoulders, and behind the front legs. They are recommended for dogs who are prone to respiratory diseases because they do not put pressure on the throat.


And so, we tried both the harness and the shoes on the baby. At first he was uncomfortable on the shoes, he took big steps as if his feet got bigger. And after some time and was running and jumping inside the house. Then, we put a leash on the harness and brought him out. Yey! He liked it.

First Haircut

To celebrate Yoquito's 6th month, we took him to the pet clinic/salon for his pamper day. His fur has been growing, almost covering his face. I was scared to cut it myself because I might hurt his eyes.

We took him to Pet Express at MOA. The complete pet grooming package included a haircut, bath, cleaning of the ears, nails and teeth. He was recommended the "Summer-cut," about half an inch, as his fur wasn't too tangled to be completely shaved off. It was good because I was having second thoughts of how he'd look if he has no fur.

Being his first time, I know it will be stressful for him. We literally fight everytime I give him a bath or comb his fur. We had to help the "pet groomer" and hold Yoquito because he wouldn't sit/stand still.

Though it was not really a relaxing day for him, he seemed happy afterwards because he can see the world clearer now.

Papa and Mama

Did you ever have any idea what would someone look like 10-20 years from now? As for Denden, I do. Because of my ever handsome and always smelling good, father-in-law, Papa Renren. Adapted from how Ikoy called him, Tito Renren.

Papa Renren would always welcome me with a smile on his face and even if he's just wearing Sando, shorts and slippers from the "Tindahan," he still smells good.

Mama Helen would never run out of stories when we see them. Even if stories are repeated over and over again. I think it's her way of connecting. And she has her own subtle way of asking 'how am I doing' and somehow showing that she cares.

Mama and Papa. I admire their simplicity in life. Amidst their hardwork, they do not seem to worry. They live a day one step at a time and they would set aside days where they would enjoy the fruits of their labor. Yes, they've earned it. Indeed, I am lucky to have them as my second parents.

Wakeboarding

We tried wakeboarding at Lago de Oro with friends a couple of weeks back.

His first try was a failure. But before his second try, I screamed, "I know you can do it, maiisip mo kung pano!" And I was right! He was able to think of how to balance himself and he reached the end, with the "almost-turn", on his second attempt. I cheered him on until the end, I was very proud of him!

That's who he is-- a very logical person. That's how he is-- he believes that there is a proper way to do everything. This comes with the chronological step-by-step procedure and with the right tools, if applicable.

As for me, my three or so, attempts to wakeboard was a failure. But we had fun.

These Are Not Shoes

They're Sandals. These is what's placed on the tags of these footwear. This is my latest favorite and by far, my favorite of my favorites: things that I wear with my feet.

My definition of my comfy shoes are either slippers, sandals or any shoes that doesn't have heels. I've had difficulty finding closed-shoes that are comfortable, but when I had my first Sanuk sandal, my feet were the happiest.

Sanuk is actually a surf brand, the maker of Sanuk sandals is a surfer who just wanted a pair of comfortable shoes with unique designs. "Pursuit of happiness," this is what Sanuk means. Sanuk believes that it starts with your feet. If they're happy, they make your legs, hips, stomach and your whole body happy. Thus, happy feet take you to happy places.

Sanuk has a growing range of styles and designs. Most are unisex, but they also have gender-specific styles to fit one's preference.

I tried and tested mine, in short and longs walks, my feet won't sore. In hot environment, mine has holes so air could go in and out. It could stand cold environment as well. When it rains and it gets wet, I didn't mind because I didn't feel uneasy. After all, it was originally meant to be worn on a beach.

When Ikoy got his pair, it finally convinced Papa to have his own pair. We're Sanuk family now.