more bday presents

My daughter got a package from her dear Aunt in the States. She was screaming with joy while opening the box. She said that her late birthday present is awesome (lots of Dora items). She also got a present from a korean friend last Sunday at church. My son was so excited too , he got a car and a ball.. his passion!

Thank you Titas' Chris and Gail for making my kids so happy today. Kumapsumnida Ms. Mia!

three generations of Cottrill clan

Dad Pooch ~~~~~~~~Luvvy John ~~~~~~~~~ Our Chubs EJ Here are the faces of three generations, my father-in-law, my husband and my son. Don't they look alike? Three angles taken but they shared the same profile.. What do you think? The two of them served honorably in the military, one in World War II and one is still on active duty. We would be honored if our son will join the service too when he grows up, but of course its up to him... and whatever it is, we will support him all the way!

I am Blessed

I am BleSSed because ... 

I am breathing right now, 

I can hear the birds chirping, 

I can see the butterflies dancing, 

and I am capable to express my feelings in blogging... 

  I am BleSSed because... 

I have food to eat everyday, 

I have water to drink, 

I have clothes to wear, 

and I have a bed to sleep with when I want to rest... 

  I am BleSSed because... 

I have friends to talk to, 

I have a family who loves me, 

I have a kind-hearted-loving in-laws, 

and I have the best honey and cuties in the world! 

  And for these BleSSings...

I thank the Lord for loving me 

I thank HIM for forgiving my sins, 

I thank HIM for giving me strength everyday, 

And above all, I thank HIM for giving me LIFE!

my JoB

My part time job here is awesome! I only work like 16-20 hours a week and it's a stress free job. The only thing I don't like is that there's nothing much to do. I guess I got used to my job in the Philippines where the only break is when you go to the restroom. Student's, teachers, employees, and outside guests were frequently in our office everyday.

But I have to say that my pay in here is more than doubled of what I had with my former job as an office secretary in school. Pretty cool ha! I think I just got lucky hehehe.

Imaginary friend

Kids grow up so fast. Sometimes, I am missing when my daughter is just a little baby. Now, she's already three years old.

This is the stage where toddlers create their imaginary friends. Whenever my daughter is alone in her room, she's talking to herself or to her dolls like she is talking to somebody. It's pretty cute to listen to.

If you have a toddler like mine, don't be alarmed if you hear them talk to himself/herself. Be proud instead, because that means that your child's imagination and creativity is exploring the real world.. It's pretty normal in their age.