My sister promised to come and visit me this summer but she have no final plans yet. Money is tight and she's probably be starting her job very soon. I am seriously thinking on visiting them instead and bring the boys with me. I am surfing for
flight deals online and hopefully will find something cheaper soon. Kid’s school is over and we have 2 months to spare. We have so many plans and going to Canada is on top of the list. Anyway, I will definitely update you all on this one.
posted by lutchi @ 7:43 PM,
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My dieting is okay, neither too good nor bad! I sometimes abused and indulged too much on sweets. I've been exercising though and walking the dog too. I guess, I need that
elliptical machine soon. One of my friends has one and she said it works and the most convenient machine to have around in the house. We had a treadmill before but we sold it because it's too big and occupied too much space. I saw one elliptical online and the size was perfect. I even have a space ready for it at my den. I will take some photos, as soon I get my machine and post it here. Let’s get physical and fit.
posted by lutchi @ 7:39 PM,
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I am doodling once again. I am bored and nothing to do. I’ve been watching sci-fi movies and it’s getting annoying now. We have so many channels available but we cannot find a decent movie or a show to watch. My goodness! Definitely…I am not going to watch Jurassic park again. I’ve seen the movie a million times already “bohoohoh”. It’s Saturday night and I am so bored. I would love to get out and go to a night café somewhere with friends “but” unfortunately we don’t have any around. It sucks!!! Being stuck in a place that is so far from civilization “hahhaha”. Oh well, better surf the net and get busy.Mwahh.
posted by lutchi @ 7:17 PM,
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I started my cooking baking lessons a week ago and I am enjoying every bit of it. Last Sunday, I made my very first Spanish rolls bread but it turns out not so good. I was expecting something g like the Spanish rolls in the Philippines. It was not bad at all but I could do better. I am not going to stop until I perfect my Spanish roll bread. Some photos that I took while making it and at the same time bloggin “hahahha”…maybe, baking and blogging should not go together and probably will not missed up my bread “bohohoho”. Anyway, I will post the finish product on my other blog …so check it out later.
posted by lutchi @ 4:16 PM,
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I decided to draw a cupcake instead because I forgot to take some photos of Zack birthday cupcakes treats for his classmates. I woke up super early this morning and started baking chocolate cupcakes and made some real butter cream icing too. I ordered some cupcakes at the grocery bakery but cancelled it because I cannot dear to eat their cupcakes. I’ve always hate grocery cakes and sweets especially the frosting or icing. Anyway, all the kids in his class was happy and enjoyed a home made chocolate fudge cupcakes with butter cream icing with their goodie bags too. Cupcakes anyone?
posted by lutchi @ 3:12 PM,
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We had great Memorial Day celebration. We’ve done nothing extravagant but Joe was off from work and that was enough for us. We had pork and chicken barbecue and all the southern side goodies which the kids enjoyed a lot. It’s nice to remember and even honor to all the people who suffered and died for the country. Joe was in the service for years and he was proud to serve the country and even planning to go back for reserved. Let’s celebrate Memorial every day and remember all the brave men are who fought for our freedom. Let’s remember!
posted by lutchi @ 1:28 PM,
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I’m so glad that we have great weather this year. It seems that everything is lush and green and the temperature outside are not that bad if you compare it last year. It’s amazing and we hope it will stay longer, now that summer is coming soon. The kids were playing on the dead tree that Joe cut last week. I was upset and felt sorry for that tree…were not really sure what kind of disease it had but it’s dead and needed to be cut down and burn. The tree still lying on the ground waiting for Joe.
posted by lutchi @ 12:06 PM,
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Do you wear gloves when you’re cleaning, washing laundry or doing anything? I sometimes, wear one especially when I am handling something poisonous or nasty. I always have latex gloves at home and it’s really handy to have it around. I am thinking to get a boxes of
exam gloves soon and send some to the Philippines. I always let the boys wear a pair when they help me clean the house or scrub the toilet and tub. It’s very handy and it protects your skin too. Anyway, I better start busy and cook a late lunch now.
posted by lutchi @ 12:04 PM,
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Hey guys! What’s up? I just woke up and I feel a lot better now. Zack is back from his school night over and my son had a blast. His teacher said that he was the last one who went to sleep “passed 12!” my goodness…oh well, as long he was happy. I have so many things to do today beside the house cleaning and laundry. I need to drive down to the store and pick up some groceries and look for another
usb flash drive online and download all my song tonight. See you all later guys.
posted by lutchi @ 12:02 PM,
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photo grabbedI’ve been cooking and baking goodies for Zack birthday celebration. Today I am going to make chicken and pork asado siopao and I hope I will not miss it up this time. I love siopao a lot and it’s always Mama and Tatay request before if I go out. I love the siopao in Gaisano because it’s yummier compare to other stores. Me and Dylan are the only people who eats Filipino food in the house and no one else unless if I am inviting some friends over. Anyway, I will take some photos of my finish products and post it here. Baboo for now!
posted by lutchi @ 11:30 AM,
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Happy 62nd Birthday to our only Tatay!!! We wish you a healthy, happy and peaceful always. We are thinking about you and Mama always and we hope that we can visit Philippines once again very soon. I am sorry for not sending my gift yet but it’s coming soon “hehehhe” or who knows when that is soon.
Pepet don’t have his cell phone yet and here I am still not calling and greeting you. I might wait till tomorrow when the boys get up and we all can sing happy birthday to you. Zackary’s birthday is coming soon too but we don’t have any plans yet whether to have a big or little celebration ‘will see the budget’. Anyway, just want to say “happy birthday” and we love and miss you too always.
posted by lutchi @ 8:16 PM,
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My Zack is now enjoying the company of his classmates and teacher. His going to be back home tomorrow morning. He was very excited when he got up this morning and cannot wait for his stay at school night moment. I hope his going to be a good boy and will listen to his teacher.
Its Tatay 62nd birthday today and I have no idea what’s our mother preparing now. I still need to call and greet him before it’s too late or maybe a bit later when I am done with these tasks. I woke up late “remember” from that nap and totally forgot my due tasks. I still have couple of hours left for my other work but hey! I better do it now before I fall asleep again. I’ve lost a lot yesterday for overdue tasks! And it was a messed and made me so mad. Oh well, better luck next time and get everything ready before due dates.
posted by lutchi @ 7:55 PM,
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I just got up from my 2 hours nap, my headache is still killing me until now. This is what I hate most when the weather is getting warmer. Summer is fun but migraine and etc., loves to be with me too. It was so humid and hot this afternoon and I stayed out for awhile doing some yard work. I should not do it and will never do it anymore. I am tired and still so many tasks to finish and I hope I will make it before midnight. I still need to call Philippines and greet my father (his birthday today). See you all a bit later guys.
posted by lutchi @ 7:08 PM,
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I was watching “Ikaw Pa Rin, Bongga Ka Boy” Filipino movie this morning and it was not bad or great. I had a great laughed. I am not a Robin fan and it’s seldom for me to watch Filipino comedies unless the leading actors or actresses are hilarious like Dolphy, Ai-Ai, and the rest. Anyway, my boys are out and I have no idea where they went. I am supposed to go down to the strawberry patch today and pick some fresh strawberry for jam but Zack took all my cash for his yearbook fee “boohoo . . . Oh well, see you all later tonight guys.
posted by lutchi @ 12:39 PM,
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It's getting warmer everyday down here in Georgia and a pool would be great. We have a kiddie pool and I can't wait to put it on the ground once again. It the same swimming pool we had last year and I hope it still okay and no holes. It's not that big and I am seriously thinking on replacing it to a bigger size "will see about that" next month.
So much bills to pay and not enough paycheck for this month. Joe been out from work for the last 2 weeks when he went to Kentucky. Anyway, God will provide and do the rest "praying for that single day". It's my turns to send the Philippines allowance and of course extra for Tatay's birthday gift. More moolah please!
posted by lutchi @ 10:17 AM,
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I made my lumpiang shanghai and vegetables already for Zack birthday next month. I still don’t have a final plan whether to invite friends and relatives. We used to celebrate birthdays with just us and very closed relatives always. The last big celebration we had was in the Philippines last 2 years ago and it was fun and crazy “hehehe”.
Anyway, I made my lumpia ahead and it’s now frozen. I’m not going to cook a lot because we might go down to Florida and celebrate his birthday. Now, my Joe is digging the fridge and wants some lumpia shanghi for lunch.
posted by lutchi @ 9:49 AM,
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Ruff Photos
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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Sorry for the late posting Ruffy’s first birthday celebration. We had a blast on his day and I hope the dog felt the same too. We thought, he did! Because he went crazy when he saw his piles of treats. It was a great day for everyone and we did enjoyed the cake and other goodies too. I baked a cake, grilled some pork barbecue and the boys ate the left-over spaghetti “hahaha”…Anyway, it was a fun and unforgettable day of Ruffy. The dog brought so much joy, laughs and tickles to us. His dog and we love Ruffy a lot in spite of his naughtiness.
posted by lutchi @ 1:32 PM,
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I don’t have much idea about Chicago but Joe has been there and would love to do a
Chicago travel one day. I’ve been surfing about the place online and found it very interesting. It has world class museums, thousands of amazing restaurants, great shopping venues, and many more to see and experience. So guys, if you never been to Chicago like me, then let’s go and check Chicago soon.
posted by lutchi @ 2:22 PM,
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Shopping online is probably one of the best things that got invented where anyone can just shop anything that we can imagine. I hate shopping and going to shops to shops or malls to malls because I have no patience for all the hassles, worse if you’re tagging two wild boys. I would rather do my shopping using my fingers tips than my foot “hahaha”. I have a list of shopping sites and one of my favorite is Buy.com, the site has everything from electronics, hardware, jewelries, shoes, software and many more to choose from. I bought my pool filters with them last year and their most attentive and efficient people to deals with.
Have you seen one of their video yet? It’s showing their capability to give every customer an excellent service and great product. I have NO KEYWORD COMMENT ON YOUTUBE VIDEO. I would definitely go back and shop in Buy.com again and again. Try them today and you will never regret it.
posted by lutchi @ 2:17 PM,
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From my six broiler chickens it is now down to one. I have my reasons to get rid of the broiler chickens because those big stinky birds were scaring the heck of my Cornish hens that they stopped laying eggs. I decided to leave one broiler chicken because it started laying eggs and it doesn’t bother me much. Still don’t have a rooster and who knows if I will get one this year. Mom and Dad promised me one and maybe they will bring it the next time they get down on June. Will see and will update you soon.
posted by lutchi @ 2:16 PM,
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My boys have been bugging me to watch Iron Man for days now and hopefully we will go later today after school. I am not too crazy about going to the cinema but everyone wants me to come. Oh well, maybe I will come and it better be good. All my friends said that its one great film and I will not regret if I watch it. Will see it tonight…I want to watch “What happens in Vegas “too because Cameron is in it and it looks funny.
We have not too nice weather today and it looks like rain coming in our way. I made a leche flan last night and it was not bad at all. Show you some photos later before my boys eat it all. I’m fixing to cook chicken afritada any moment now. So I will see you all later.
posted by lutchi @ 8:46 AM,
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Morning guys! We woke -up early and took Zack to school because today is Career Day and all the kids are going to show their diorama and demonstrate their chosen Careers. Of course, my son cannot think anything else but to be in the army when he grow up and we’ve been studying his speech over and over again. He was acting lazy butt last night and I was mad at him. But anyway, he had a little review this morning and he seems remember everything that he needs to say. I hop he will not forget and get shy once again.
posted by lutchi @ 8:21 AM,
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lipovox
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
I've been talking about gaining weights lately and it’s not really the most wonderful news to share. I’ve gained a lot and I hope I can get rid of it soon. I‘ve heard about
lipovox product not long time ago and I am planning to try it. I am desperate and I need some help to get rid of this unnecessary weights. So wish me luck guys and I will definitely update you all with my results.
posted by lutchi @ 8:22 PM,
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Zack 7th birthday is coming very soon and I am now starting on looking for some gifts. He gave me the list of what he wants to receive and for goodness sake, his list is very long. Me and Joe, was laughing so hard while reading his list. Everything is
toys, some posters, cool shirts and shorts. I’m planning on driving down to the mall or purchase most of the toys online on my next payday before it’s too late. I only have 3 weeks left to gather everything before his birthday party. It’s going to be fun and I hope all the kids will have a blast on his day.
posted by lutchi @ 8:03 PM,
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I was surfing for recipes to cook next weekend and stumbled on this “daing na bangus” photo, watching it made me drools and wishing to have some one of these days. It’s been over a month since my last Filipino store visits and I am dying to drive down soon and drag my Balikpapan box with me too. I talked to tatay the other night and he requested some other things once again for me to put in the box. I better send that box before he asks another one again “hahahha”. Anyway, it’s getting late and was still watching the Indian Runner movie.
posted by lutchi @ 7:53 PM,
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We got Zack CRTC test result today and he passed the test with flying colors. I was scared that he might not but so hopeful that he will. We’ve been studying every night for almost 2 months for that and thank God he passed. We are so proud and his ready for second grade. His teacher is very proud of his progress and I felt relief knowing that his trying very hard and learned his lessons well.
I promised him a surprise gift and his very excited that his getting something from studying very hard. I don’t have any idea yet what to get but definitely not a Lego toys or another armies toys. Thank you for all those people who helped me prays and extended their wishes.
posted by lutchi @ 5:44 PM,
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Did I mention about Ruffy’s 1st birthday celebration yet? We had a doggie little party not long time ago and it was hilarious. I think Ruffy knows that it was his birthday because his acting likes a puppy once again. I baked a cake and bought all his favorites treats and toys. I took some pictures and I promised to upload some to show-off. He was hilarious and looks like he did enjoy his party.
Ruffy is still a puppy but his huge and sweet. His like my tail that follows me everywhere I go. He listens and understands more commands and loves to be pitted until you broke your arms pitting him. Dylan is his best friend and Zack has nothing to do with him. My 3 boys can drive me nuts sometimes.
posted by lutchi @ 8:41 AM,
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I am very sorry guys, for not sending you all messages on Mother’s Day. I promised my boys not to work or touch the PC yesterday. We had a great Mother’s Day in spite of my two boys acting wild once again, especially after dessert. We had brownie with vanilla ice cream drizzled with chocolate sauce and chocolate chips “yummy”. I enjoyed my day and was glad that Joe made it. He was gone out of town for days and I thought his not coming home yesterday. Anyway, we had a blast…I was happy and my boys was happy and we had a great Mother’s Day celebration. How about yours? My goodness, I ate too much and I feel like a balloon now. I think I need some of those
Phentermine soon. I had it before and it work great for me. I need to lose some weights and get back in shape before summer.
posted by lutchi @ 7:39 PM,
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We went car shopping for a used car last weekend and found several that we like. All we need to do now is wait to get our loan approved that we’ve applied 5 days ago. I told Joe, to look for a
rear spoilers online to give his used car a nice appeal. The used car that we’ve chosen is in perfect condition, just need a little tweaking and it will look like new. Anyway, were still waiting for a loan approval. Wish us luck.
posted by lutchi @ 5:11 PM,
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I was watching horror movies earlier today and it was all creepy and scared myself to death “hahahah“. I am now watching the “Stranger in Good Company” and it‘s really funny. It‘s all about these old women’s and young bus driver who got stranded in the wilderness when their bus broke. It’s a good film, funny, charming and totally one of a kind. My goodness! It’s getting late, I better check for
baseball trophies and finish the whole movie later tonight.
posted by lutchi @ 5:01 PM,
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I am so bored and slept whole afternoon. I just woke-up not long time ago to fold the laundry that covered the whole couch. The house still cleaned and Zack started his diorama already. I’m still waiting foe Joe’s phone call and see if his coming home tonight. Not much to do and tomorrow is Mother’s Day “isn’t it?” oh; I better call Pinas and greet Mama Happy Mother’s Day. You all take good care guys and have a great night.
posted by lutchi @ 4:50 PM,
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Migraine
Thursday, May 08, 2008
My migraine is getting bad everyday. I have some pills to take but sometimes it doesn’t work anymore. I feel like everything in my body is now swelling and painful to touch. I have no clue what’s going with my body and probably a doctor or Obgyn visit is necessary.
I better make an appointment tomorrow and will see what’s going on with me. I talk too much or complained about my health and you’re all probably annoyed and sick of listening of my whining. It tough getting old and probably will get tougher everyday. Oh well, maybe I need something to take that will boost my energy level and more sleep and exercise too.
posted by lutchi @ 7:11 PM,
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My Joe is fixing to drive down to Kentucky to attend Melissa college graduation. We got out invitation yesterday and she‘s officially a CumLaude student. She is a very smart girl and we are all very proud of her and her achievements. My in-laws are going down too with sis-in law and her son to celebrate the big event. Were supposed to go with them but because I cannot pull Zack in school we’ve decided to stay home. Anyway, I have so much things to do and check the
North Carolina health insurance that my in-laws left me to check. I will see you all later guys and hopefully will have more time to hop in your blogs.
posted by lutchi @ 7:00 PM,
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I’ve been eating noodles for who knows how many days now. Joe has been complaining abut my noodle thing food and been calling me name like “queen ramen”,”noodle doodle” and many more…hahahha. I thought it’s hilarious that even my noodle is a big issue with him. Anyway, I am now having my noodle cup for dinner and so the kid was. It’s pretty quite now and no more screaming and whining noise. My migraine is settling down too and hopefully it will disappear soon. I’m not supposed to work today but I cannot resist the chances and I have tasks due tonight. I will see you later guys and have a great night.
posted by lutchi @ 6:51 PM,
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My Boys
Sunday, May 04, 2008
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They were playing video games when I took the photo. My boys have grown so much and I am scared that they might turn into a teenagers one day and want to leave home. It’s probably one of the saddest days then! That is why, I am enjoying while their young and still listening to what Mommy’s says. How I wish to have another child but due to financial and medical problems…my chances was long gone. Oh well, let’s enjoy our kids and remember to tell them everyday “how much we love and important they are in our life”.
posted by lutchi @ 8:02 PM,
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My Zack was not too happy when I started click-clacking my camera when he got out from his school bus. He hates taking photos most of the time and I have to brag him sometimes. While my Dylan is the gutsy one and would love his picture taken all the time. I can't believe they've grown so much this year and poor me...I have to do lots of clothes shopping before summer.
I can't wait to drive down to the beach after Melissa graduation, I miss the ocean and would love to hear the waves, smell the salty air and eat a lot of seafood. Gosh! I am dreaming again. I better finish my tasks now before it's too late.
posted by lutchi @ 10:58 AM,
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We’ve just bought a new lighting not long time ago and were supposed to install it today but it’s now very raining hard. I bought these cute and trendy Copper radiance
Outdoor Lighting for my garden and I can’t wait to see it lit later tonight.
You’re going to love this Lightingby Eco-Lights.com, the website is have been providing Eco-lights since 1994. Its owned subsidiary of GREENCulture, which have the goal to promote products that are designed or manufactured nature friendly. If you ask me why? Mainly, because every product are made from recycled materials or come from renewable or sustainable resources.
I love all their products not only because its eco-friendly, it’s also inexpensive and gorgeous. I was browsing for
Table Lamps for my living room and found Scarborough Table Lamp the winner. It’s very elegant, energy efficient, and perfect for my place. So guys, if you’re looking for nature friendly lighting then visit Eco-Lights.com and browse their huge selections of indoor and outdoor lightings. And if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the customer service for more information.
Scarborough Table Lamp
posted by lutchi @ 9:43 AM,
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Kiddos
Friday, May 02, 2008
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The photos was taken last second week of April 2008, I took advantaged of the situation because they were both cooperative "or shall I say half of the time"! Dylan, was giving me all kind of faces and it took me forever to get a good head shots. I love taking pictures of boys as long they do what I say "hahahha"...I never expect too much from them anyway.
I have so much chores to do but I've already spent half of my day watching movies and chatting with friends online. I better start blog hopping soon before I will get lazy again. I wish I can take my boys out later when the rains stop. See you all on my nest post guys.
posted by lutchi @ 10:48 PM,
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I guess, you all noticed that I don't post too much photos anymore here and I feel sorry for that. Most of my personal photos are now located at my "Photographs and Ranting Blog" which I did not introduce it yet. Anyway, to make the story short...I will be posting photos more often here and hopefully will never get tired or lazy about it.
The photos was taken during our very late Easter Egg Hunting. My goodness, when was that? over a month ago?..oh well, better late than never. The kids had a blast and enjoyed the egg hunting very much and still asking when is the next egg hunting again.Oh well, I better go and attain the two wild boys.
posted by lutchi @ 10:40 PM,
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It’s one of my wishes to see the Magician David Blaine in action doing his tricks. He did it again! His setting a world record for underwater breath holding, when he stopped breathing for more than 17 minutes suspended in a water-filled sphere, on stage of Oprah Winfrey’s talk show in Chicago.
I was not able to watch the show ‘wish I did’…I love magic tricks and found it pretty interesting and amazing on how some human being can test their ability to undergo such situation. I can’t even hold my breath for more than a minute. I wish Joe will take me some magic show someday. Anyway, I better go and finish my survivor show right now.(photo from:comcast)
posted by lutchi @ 6:23 PM,
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We did a lot of yard works today and my goodness! The yard was looks like a dandelions plantation. Every time the boys gets out to play, they’ve always have a bundle of dandelion flowers for me. The flowers are pretty but it’s the last weed that I wanted for my yard. Joe is now fixing to spray some herbicide and hopefully it will kill all the unnecessary weeds, which grow so fast and fat so quickly.
I saw a baby birds inside the tool shed awhile ago and hopefully the mommy bird will not forget to feed them soon, Joe accidentally closed the shed this afternoon and who knows where can the mommy bird get in. The baby birds are almost ready to fly soon and hope the mommy will not abandon them. I never touched the little creature though but I was nosy and checking it closed. Anyway, back to work and please GOD give me something tonight.
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