Nic's still teething. Her front teeth still haven't erupted, much to her chagrin. A little Calpol just before she sleeps is incredibly helpful, and allows her to get some rest. During the day she's distracted and active, and has an easier time with her naps, but in the evenings... well, let's just say that all we can be is patient until this time passes. And how many more teeth to go... oh boy...
Not much has really been going on, save for loving this wonderful weather we're having. A strong breeze was blowing in the south (as in Alabang), which means no aircon necessary! I spent a lot of the day with the baby before I had to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony of the ReBirth Spa at Asian Hospital.
Yes, there's a spa in a hospital! The intended clientele will be composed of patients, their families and guests. Their speciality is lactation massage (I've had two sessions... it's AWESOME), focusing on breastfeeding women, and encouraging them to breastfeed. They're calm, relaxing, and cool-headed. It was definitely needed when I gave birth, and needed again many months later. They also provide other services: manicures and pedicures, foot spas, other massages and detox treatments.
More ReBirth Spas are planned at other hospitals in the city. A place to heal the spirit as well as the body.
Friday, February 2, 2007
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Sharon
| Start: | Feb 4, '07 6:00p |
| Location: | ABS-CBN |
(Check the show times though... I can't remember exactly what time it starts. Thanks!)
January 31, 2007 - Hurray for a great pair of shoes!
I bought myself a great pair of shoes!!!
No, the expense wasn't at all frivolous or gratuitous. I have to dress to the nines for work a lot of the time, which means that from head to toe, I must look just right. The shoes I bought were sensible enough for standing on stage for extended periods of time, but sexy enough to make my legs look fabulous and my posture proud. So there. A wonderful, beautiful, fabulous pair of shoes. Perfect to kick ass with. Yeaaaaaaaaaah.
(And I know some people that deserve a swift and serious kick in the rear.)
No, the expense wasn't at all frivolous or gratuitous. I have to dress to the nines for work a lot of the time, which means that from head to toe, I must look just right. The shoes I bought were sensible enough for standing on stage for extended periods of time, but sexy enough to make my legs look fabulous and my posture proud. So there. A wonderful, beautiful, fabulous pair of shoes. Perfect to kick ass with. Yeaaaaaaaaaah.
(And I know some people that deserve a swift and serious kick in the rear.)
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Happy New Year!!!
Yeah, we had to take her top off, we wanted her to catch some rays (after a slathering of SPF 30 sunscreen, of course)!
These were taken on her first trip to the beach, at Pearl Harbor, and at her first New Year's Eve party. Isn't Hawaii beautiful? Okay, we gotta definitely go back!
January 30, 2007 - Celebrity
I just came home from a taping for Sharon. Yes, it's always a wonderful time whenever I guest on the Megastar's TV show. At every turn, she is gracious, warm and attentive, with an infectious energy that bubbles over through the TV screen and into your TV watching space.
Sometimes I wonder if all that is due to an acute awareness of her celebrity, thus she knows that she can't be a bitch in public.
Don't get me wrong, I don't doubt her sincerity one bit. I know that everything she does, in public or in private, comes from a place of kindness. It's just that... well... as someone who's been in the public eye for over 28 years (29 this March), I just wonder how much of that is training, and how much of it is real? I have to admire her for knowing her celebrity as well as she does. It's something I need to learn and remember from time to time.
I read somewhere that Jimmy Stewart was an incredibly gracious man, who always took care of his fans. One anecdote read that Raquel Welch asked him why he made sure to sign autographs and take a photo with the fans at the stage door that asked him for one. His reply went something like, "These people came all the way from wherever to see me; the least I can do is pose for a picture." Admirable.
I'm quite proud of the fact that I've never had to ever be a complete and total bitch at the workplace or anywhere else. Never threw furniture or coffee cups or ashtrays... never hurled expletives at a co-worker... never once threw my weight around because of "who I was". That's total bullshit. If a situation can be handled with a cool head and a smile, then my reputation for keeping my wits about me is only further cemented. Losing my cool is never an option.
Perhaps I have learned something in the many years I've watched famous people around me conduct themselves. I am very much aware that for most, if not all, of the time, I'm being watched. Wherever I go there are eyes that follow me, whether in admiration or scorn, and I know how to deal with it... with grace and a smile.
Sometimes I wonder if all that is due to an acute awareness of her celebrity, thus she knows that she can't be a bitch in public.
Don't get me wrong, I don't doubt her sincerity one bit. I know that everything she does, in public or in private, comes from a place of kindness. It's just that... well... as someone who's been in the public eye for over 28 years (29 this March), I just wonder how much of that is training, and how much of it is real? I have to admire her for knowing her celebrity as well as she does. It's something I need to learn and remember from time to time.
I read somewhere that Jimmy Stewart was an incredibly gracious man, who always took care of his fans. One anecdote read that Raquel Welch asked him why he made sure to sign autographs and take a photo with the fans at the stage door that asked him for one. His reply went something like, "These people came all the way from wherever to see me; the least I can do is pose for a picture." Admirable.
I'm quite proud of the fact that I've never had to ever be a complete and total bitch at the workplace or anywhere else. Never threw furniture or coffee cups or ashtrays... never hurled expletives at a co-worker... never once threw my weight around because of "who I was". That's total bullshit. If a situation can be handled with a cool head and a smile, then my reputation for keeping my wits about me is only further cemented. Losing my cool is never an option.
Perhaps I have learned something in the many years I've watched famous people around me conduct themselves. I am very much aware that for most, if not all, of the time, I'm being watched. Wherever I go there are eyes that follow me, whether in admiration or scorn, and I know how to deal with it... with grace and a smile.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
O.B. Montessori Center Grand Alumni Homecoming
| Start: | Feb 21, '07 5:30p |
| Location: | O.B. Montessori Center, Eisenhower Street, Greenhills, San Juan |
Thank you and hope to see you there!
January 28, 2007 - Breathing Room
I know though that I'll be able to take care of everything, as long as I put my mind to it and get my days started early enough. To be honest, there are enough hours in the days left to get everything done. The initial panic will turn into a methodical crossing-off of the stuff I need to do. I'm used to multitasking, it'll all get done.
Yeah, I just want to make sure I have room to breathe. I have a feeling I won't have a problem with that.
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