As new parents, we make sure that we spent our
weekends with our little girl and as much as possible no “kasambahay” involve.
We want to be with her the whole day. Ian and I decided na every Saturday and
Sunday, ida-date namin si Rhian. We had a very tiring weekend but super fun and
productive. Let me photoblog our weekend getaway.
SATURDAY
We went to my husband’s place nung binata pa sya
to watch his basketball game then right after that we visited the famous Love
Desserts in Banawe Quezon (I will blog our dining experience on a separate post).
A photo posted by Rackell Villareal (@rnvillareal) on
SUNDAY
We heard the 4pm mass at The Landmark Chapel then
had our quick merienda at Rhian’s favorite restaurant – Jollibee. After that we
decided to buy Rhian new dresses, pants and shirt at SM Makati. Halos wala na
kasing magkasya kay ChingChing na mga damit pang alis lahat lumiit na sa kanya
kaya kay baby bunso na yun. Hihi. We also bought her new toys, nagsawa na sya
sa ibang toys nya eh, kaya again kay baby bunso na yun. Hihi. Around 8pm we had
our dinner at Wing Stop, I first heard this restaurant to my fellow mommy
blogger (Mommy Pehpot) and I must say na super sarap nya. Promise babalik kami
ni Ian ditto to try their other specialties. By the way, last Sunday we
celebrated our 8 years and 10th months of togetherness or I must say
2 years and 10th Wedding Monthsary. Cheesy.
Ever since I became SAHM, super dalang ko na
magupdate ng blog. Why? Because it’s so difficult to take care of a 16-month
old daughter while 6 months pregnant. Yes! I’m a hands-on Mom to Rhian 24/7 and
I’m happy because nasusubaybayan ko ang paglaki nya. I will give birth to baby
bunso by August 3rd week and I must say na mas natatakot ako ngayon
kasi alam ko na mangyayari especially after the major operation (Scheduled CS)
but my husband always told me na “Think Positive!, kung nakaya mo kay Rhian,
kakayanin mo rin kay Baby Bunso!”. I know all mothers and soon-to-mothers lahat
gagawin at kakayanin for the sake of their child but you know what at the back
of my mind meron parin mga tanong na until now di ko kayang sagutin. How can I
handle 2 babies at the same time with very small age gap? Sometimes, I’m so
tired of answering their questions about “Ang aga nyo nasundan si Rhian.”,
“Halos di pa gumagaling sugat mo, bibiyakin ka ulit”, “Ang mahal magpa CS ulit
db?” but despite of those insensitive questions I’m so thankful for the gift
that we received this year. Baby will always be a blessing, right?
When we found out that were having another baby
last January this year, I got mixed emotions. We have plans that we need to
cancel and focus on our upcoming baby bunso. Now that I can feel all her sipa
and alon alon sa tyan, mas na eexcite na kong Makita sya. This 2nd
pregnancy is much complicated than my 1st pregnancy, kasi on my 1st
trimester my OB Doctor found out na mababa yung inunan ko which is very
dangerous when she will do CS, masyado daw akong duduguin to the point na pwede
pa nyang tangalin ang matres ko. Scary right? Pero I still believe in God that
he will protect me and I will have a safe delivery.
A photo posted by Rackell Villareal (@rnvillareal) on
I don’t know how to become a mom of two, kasi sa
totoo lang isa palang e halos pagod pagod na ko what more pa kung 2 na sila but
believe me I really enjoy being a mom. Ang sarap sa pakiramdam, waking up every
morning seeing the priceless smile of my daughter, she will kiss me and hug me
tightly. Hayz. Ano pa kaya kung 2 na silang hahalik at yayakap sayo every
morning, e dim as masarap sa pakiramdam. But wait, there are 3 things to con sider
for having two babies at the same time. (Well, we still consider Rhian as baby
pa, kahit na toddler na sya. Hihi)
BUDGET
Every week we spent almost 5k-6k for our weekly
grocery which includes Rhian’s necessities such as diaper, milk, biscuits,
toiletries, etc. So imagine isa palang ang anak namin pero almost 6k per week
na budget namin what more pag 2 na sila. Waahhhh.. Not only that, you also consider the other major
expenses such as educational plans and vaccines. Kaya nga I promised to myself
that right after I gave birth to baby bunso, maghahanap na ulit ako ng work to
help my husband in our everyday expenditure.
TIME
Most of our time we spent with Rhian, sya lang
ang centro ng buhay at attention namin ngayon, and we are now thinking kung
pano namin imamaximize yung time namin sa kanilang dalawa. We want to have an
equal time with them para walang selosanna mangyari.
“US” TIME
Believe me, paggmagulang ka na medyo bawas na ang
oras nyo for your wife/husband. I’m not saying na wala na ha, but super bihira
nalang ang mga date-date nay an kasi you need to go home early for your children.
Like us, once in a month we make sure to have a date na kami lang. No baby’s
allowed! But after our movie and dinner date, daretso uwi na kami no more window
shopping or coffee man lang kasi alam namin na naghihintay na si Rhian sa
bahay. So what more if two babies na ang naghihintay sa amin? Magkakaroon pa
kaya kami ng “US” time ulit. Hhhmmm.. I believe “YES” kasi we promised to each
other na no matter what happens we need to keep the fire on our marriage. Naks.
Dapat may kilig moment parin kahit mag dadalawa na ang anak namin. Right?
So that’s it pancit. Nakapag update na ulit ng
blog kasi tulog na si Baby Ate.I hope I can update my site as often kaya lang
everytime na pinapatulog ko si Rhian, nauuna pa kong makatulog sa kanya. Hihi.
So good night guys! Mwah!
Anne Curtis, Brand Ambassador of American Tourister Philippines, whose busy lifestyle, wanderlust and love for the season has narrowed it down to the most useful travel must-haves for the season.
Find out Anne's Travel essential for 2015.
You’ve
filed for leave, booked your tickets, reserved the hotel and mapped out your
itinerary. Perhaps the only thing you have to do now is pack—arguably the most
stressful thing you have to do before you go off your much-awaited summer
jaunt.
So
take your cue from Anne Curtis, Brand Ambassador of American Tourister
Philippines, whose busy lifestyle, wanderlust and love for the season has
narrowed it down to the most useful travel must-haves for the season. Between
jetting off to Australia to spend time with family, wanting to explore Hamilton
Island or the Northern Territory or even checking off Nepal this year on her
summer go-to list, here are some of her summer travel essentials.
Sunnies
What
would summer be without a nice pair of sunglasses? Whether you’re sunbathing on
a sunny coast or touring exotic new locales, nothing says relaxed
sophistication than a sun-drenched photo of yourself sporting your favorite
pair.
Sunblock
It’s
summer after all—so expect the rays to beat down. Be sure to slap on a lot of
sunblock to protect yourself as you lounge by the shore or walk the streets of
a new a city.
The throw-on dress
Pack
one of the most versatile pieces you can possibly bring on any trip—a simple,
airy shift dress can be work with comfortable flip-flops or sandals for a
leisurely stroll, over swimwear as a cover-up or if accessorized right, becomes
a simple, night-out look.
The all-around clutch
Pack
your daily essentials into a roomy clutch that can carry your passport,
tickets, wallet, cellphone and all your other must-have travel essentials that
you want easy access to. Not only will you know where to find everything as you
rummage through your carry-all, it can double as a handy little clutch for
nights out.
Your cellphone
It
has a camera, first of all—so you can easily take memorable snaps from your
trip for posterity and doubles as an entertainment source for all your favorite
films and music. On a more practical note, it helps to have your phone with you
(even when on vacation) just to make sure that you can communicate in the event
of an emergency.
A good book
It’s
a great way to pass the time while waiting for flights and it’s an absolute
essential as you try to soak in the seaside rays.
Your favorite swimwear
The
great thing about this season is the sheer variety of swimwear options that you
have at your fingertips. A bikini, a one-piece, a tankini, rashguards, board
shorts, you name it. They’re pretty lightweight so you can easily pack as many
as you want.
Your dependable luggage
Speaking
of packing, you’ll need a trusty, dependable yet fashionable suitcase that’s
sturdy enough to withstand even the longest of flights and keep your precious
travel essentials tucked neatly (and safely)
away until they’re ready for use. Choose one in a lively, bright hue,
like the limited edition HS MV+ Landmark Prints line from American Tourister,
which is available in fun, candy colors, to make it easily recognizable as it
emerges from the baggage carousel. And when it comes to the most convenient
soft case options, Gelato goes easily on the overhead compartments or as
conveniently checked-in while the Buzz
backpack line and Jiffy Duffle line comes in stylish, understated hues perfect
for sightseeing.
The HS MV +, as colorful and unique as Anne, will definitely complete any summer trip with it’s functional yet fashionable design. This hard-case luggage makes traveling easier as it is sturdy and light-weight.The HS MV +, as colorful and unique as Anne, will definitely complete any summer trip with it’s functional yet fashionable design. This hard-case luggage makes traveling easier as it is sturdy and light-weight.
Anne stores her travel essentials neatly tucked away in the Gelato, an all-in-one soft-case luggage that will fit all your travel essentials for the summer but still remain convenient due to its ultra-lightweight technology.
The Jiffy duffle line is carried by Anne almost anywhere during the summer because of it’s understated hues and functional features like its maximized interior space and different compartments.
Anne can easily grab and store her phone, sunnies, and even a throw on dress in the Buzz backpack. Easy to reach compartments and a variety of colors to choose from, this line captures style, convenience, and comfort into one carry on.
For
Anne, American Tourister has always been her go-to pick for all her travel
needs—a brand that has been trusted through the years by travellers for its
dependability and exceptional style and allows her to check off one less thing
on her travel to-do list.
As
for Anne’s perfect summer day?
“Lying
down on a beautiful beach, getting a tan and reading an awesome book and just
eating ice cream,” she shares.
And
if you keep her summer travel essentials in mind as you pack for your perfect summer day, all you have to
worry about now is choosing your ice cream flavor and finding that perfect
Instagram filter to capture the moment.
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Hello guys, how are you? I hope you’re doing
fine. I’m so sorry for not updating my blog, it’s so difficult taking care of
16-month old daughter while 6 months pregnant. Yes! 6 months na ko, ang bilis
ng panahon. 3 more months to go, makikita na namin si baby bunso and we are all
excited to see her. Anyway, I just want to share with you our latest summer
escapade with my family. This was actually our 1st summer getaway with
Rhian. Last year kasi baby pa sya so we opted to cancel our summer outing but
this time since big girl na si ChingChing, we decided to plan a simple
overnight outing in Nagcarlan Laguna. Why in Nagcarlan? Kasi we decided to
visit our father’s hometown in Liliw Laguna the following day.
A photo posted by Rackell Villareal (@rnvillareal) on
We had our outing last May 1- 2 at Green Nature
Resort, we booked two rooms which is good for 4 pax. Our entrance fee is Php
250.00/person for adult and Php 2,500/ room/night. I don’t have any pictures of
the room kasi sa totoo lang ang liit and not so good yung room. Hayz. Anyway,
we arrived past 3pm at the resort, medyo traffic sa dinaanan namin and dami
naming stop over. We roamed around the area to check the amenities and so far
so good naman.
Preparing our merienda
On our first day in the resort, my husband, dad
and our little baby girl decided to take a dip sa pool unfortunately mukhang
nanibago ang bagets sa lamig ng tubig kaya wala pang 30 minutes inahon na ni
hubby and opted to just play around the play area. Grabe! Ang saya ni Rhian, I
can’t explain the happiness I felt that day when I saw her with her priceless
and gigil smiles. We let her play and enjoy the playground, 1st time
nya kasi ma experience yun kaya super excited ang bagets. Just look at the
photos below and see how happy our baby ate.
Wow! Playground!
I'm so happy Mommy!
Dad, let's go! I want to try the slide!
Roaming around the playground
Inside the play house
That Priceless Smiles!
Slide with Daddy
Before our dinner time, my husband and I decided
na mag “US” time muna habang busy may nag aalaga sa bagets, we tried the wave
pool near our room and I must say na medyo natakot ako baka kasi madulas ako,
lalo na I’m preggy dapat careful sa lahat ng ginagawa, but my husband enjoys
the waves. After few minutes, we decided to try the lazy river kung saan mas
nakapag usap kaming mag asawa about our future plans for our family. I’m so
happy kasi that’s the only time na nakapag bonding kami na para kaming mag
bf/gf ulit. (Well, every night naman naguusap kami about our plans pero iba
parin yung eksena sa may pool. Haha)
The following day, my dad cooked our favorite
sinangag,dried posit (from Coron Palawan) and Tuyo. Grabe namiss ko yung luto
ng tatay ko. I thank the Lord for giving me the best family ever! Right after
our breakfast, we decided to go swimming. Aba dapat masulit ang bayad, sa layo
ng byahe namin dapat mag enjoy ang bagets and tama ako na mas maeenjoy ni Rhian
yung pool kasi maganda ang tulog nya. Let me photoblog her another milestone –
swimming lesson with Tita Ninang.
OOTD
Rash Guard - Disney Princess
Slippers - Havaianas
Mommy, let's go! Swimming na po tayo!
Happiness Overload
Anak, okay ka lang? Smile naman dyan. :)
Dati, 3 maria lang kami.. Ngayon, 4 na maria na kami.. Next summer, 5 maria na kami. hihi.
#TeamVillareal
Swimming Lesson with Tita Ninang Ice!
Around 12:30pm, we left the resort and went to my
Dad’s hometown. Sakto kasi Tsinelas Festival dun and take note this is my 1st
time to experience this festival. Ang saya lang although super duper init, nag
enjoy naman kami sa kakatingin ng mga shoes and slippers na inooffer nila. Btw,
I bought 1 pair of sandals for me and 1 for Rhian.
A photo posted by Rackell Villareal (@rnvillareal) on
Before we left, we visited our grandmother at the
cementery. That week kasi she will be celebrating her birthday e di na kami
makakauwi by that time kaya inadvance nalang namin, the afterwards we visited
my auntie in Batangas and went home by 9:30pm.Super nakakapagod but you know
what I’m so happy kasi nag enjoy kaming lahat especially si Rhian, looking
forward to our next summer escapade next year and by that time kasama na namin
si Baby Bunso.
How about you, how’s your summer escapade? Please
share with me. J
MANILA, Philippines, May 6,
2015 – Mother’s Day is upon us.
And while most are already
preparing—with sweet cards, elaborate bouquets, homemade breakfast-in-bed menus
and pampering schedules—there’s one gift that will in fact, keep on giving…long
after the final card has been stored in your mother’s box of mementos.
Scent, it is often said,
conjures memories more lucid than any other sense. In fact, babies know a
mother’s scent before they are able to see their mothers. So is it any surprise that the simple whiff of
something familiar evokes so much emotion and nostalgia?
With the scent of your mother
familiar to you practically since birth, trips down memory lane become more
frequent as we near that 2nd Sunday of May. More than just familiar
sights and sounds, many scents remind you of your mother – the aroma of her
signature dish, the comforting smell of your blanket as she tucks you in at
night, the scent of her dress as she hugs you tight.
Scents remind you of moments
you can never forget – moments you shared with the woman who has always been
and will continue to be by your side, your mother.
Downy understands the power
of scents, and helps mothers create even more memories with their children. As
the partner of mothers every day, Downy joins in the tribute to the mothers who
work tirelessly day in and out for their family and whose love for their
families is timeless.
Downy introduces a classic akin to a
mother’s unwavering love and care – Timeless from the Parfum Collection.“Just in time for Mother’s
Day, we introduce new Downy Timeless, which represents a scent meant to evoke
the sincerity and simplicity of unwavering, genuine love,” begins Deirdre de
Padua, P&G Communications Manager.
In a gathering of mothers hosted
by Downy Timeless, guests celebrate how a mother’s love not only endures but
also evolves over time. Her words and actions stay with her children forever,
and affect the kind of parents her children may eventually be.
Event host Stephanie
Zubiri-Crespi shares, “They say that you will only begin to understand how it
is to be a parent, or in this case, a mother, once you have become one
yourself. As a new mom, I had to figure out many things, and my mom was there
to help me along the way. They say that you will only begin to understand how
it is to be a mother once you become one yourself. Truly, how my mom raised me
made me the mom I am today.”
“We wanted to provide a classic
scent that mirrors how a mother’s love never goes out of style,” de Padua adds. Downy Timeless combines the playful notes of citrus
fruits that hark back to memories of youth; the feminine scent of flowers reminiscent
of femininity; and is mixed with a trace of musk and sandalwood, to evoke
stability and calmness.
This Mother’s Day, the best
gift is creating new memories with your mother, celebrating the love that never
goes out of style. And, to complement each sweet moment, never underestimate
the power of Timeless scent.
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