Holiday Cards

It's Christmas time!!!Time for sharing.Time for love.Time for appreciating all the goodness of life.
Every Christmas, I see to it that I give something for my loved ones.It may be a thing they like, a food, or a card.For holiday cards, I used to buy from a local bookstore.And then I saw this page from Facebook which sell cards for any occasion.I fell in love with her unique card designs.She can customize it for you too.
Visit her page--Alexander's Mom--and choose from her wide array of card's designs!!

gabriel

These past few months,my son,Gabriel, was showing no interest in school.I was so upset then.I don't know what to do.I've tried everything just to make him like school again.I've scolded him.I tried to appeased him by buying all that he wanted before going to school.If he wanted to eat something from Jollibee then we'll go to Jollibee.If he wanted to buy something from the store outside the school campus then we'll go there and buy it.I even asked the help of his teachers.Before going to school i'm trying not to get mad at him or to his Kuya.If he sees that i'm angry he'll just sat in the corner of our room and he'll never go to school.I've tried talking to him and asked him what's the matter.Why he didn't want to go to school.No answer came from him.I just let him do what he wanted to do then.
Now,all's changed!He liked going to school again.He's back to the old Gabriel.The one who loved going to school.And i'm a happy mom again!

field trip

It's kiddos field trip tomorrow.They will go to Dolores Farm.The kids are so excited!They've already prepared their snacks and swimming gears.My kids love swimming.I love seeing them happy but i hate swimming.I don't know how to swim,that's why.But let's just see tomorrow.Hope i'll enjoy!!!

party!!!

December's almost here.It's Gabriel's birthday month!I love organizing my kids' birthday parties.I spent too much money last year just for his games prizes and loot bags but it's okay.I've already started preparing for his birthday last September.I'm way out of my budget this time but it's still okay.What's important is that our guest will go home satisfied and happy.And it'll make the birthday boy happy too.
He wanted Plants vs. Zombies theme at first, but when he saw these Mickey Mouse toys,he changed his mind.I thought it's easy for me to find Mickey Mouse merchandise.Too bad i was wrong.I saw several MM toys and school supplies but that's it.No other stuff.That's why I bought toys and school stuff from different cartoon characters.
How I wish I could spill a little secret here but i really can't.It's a surprise for his birthday.The guests and the birthday boy will love it.
I'm now preparing the list of invitees.
I'm hoping that Gabriel's 7th birthday will turn out well.

school

back to school again!!!
and back to my same old routine...
but i love this job!!!
being a full-time mom makes my life complete!!!
i would never get bored...
i would never get tired...
this is my life!
this is what i want!
i love them,that's why...

Family Fun2-pictures

here are the pictures of our Davao family fun...

Family Fun

The Escal family went to Davao last Saturday, November 6,2010.We took five rooms at Apo View Hotel for our overnight stay.And of course Papa Bebot and Mama Annie paid for it.After we settled our luggages in our hotel rooms, we immediately went out for our "much needed" fun time--shopping--!!! First stop--Gaisano mall.My hubby, me and the kids had our lunch at their food court.Lots of food choices.We bought shirts for the kids,wigs for their cosplay event,and Gabriel's giveaways for his 7th birthday.We got so tired easily because of too much walking.We went back to the hotel and rest for a while.Hubby and the kids fell asleep while me, I went out to shop (again!) at NCCC mall.When I got back, the kids were watching tv.One hour of rest and off we went to SM mall!!!We bought toys from Toy Kingdom--kiddos favorite!--Had our dinner at SM foodcourt.
We were so tired that Zen,my sister-in-law,and I decided to have a massage.It was a soothing massage.And after it, I immediately fell asleep.
We woke up early the next day and had our breakfast at Entree, the hotel's restaurant.And we enjoyed havin' breakfast with the whole family.After our breakfast,we rest for a while then we checked out.We went to the cemetery to visit Lolo Simeon's grave--hubby's grandpa--And we went to SM mall.After we're done with our shopping,we went home with smiles on our faces.
We really enjoyed the trip with the people we loved the most!!

intrams...

September 22-24--Intramurals Day of Shalom Crest Wizard Academy...

Kuya EJ had a lot of fun.He joined almost all the parlor games.
And their team won 3 times today.That's only for today.
He belonged to "dexterity team"--purple power...
Gabriel belonged to "vibrance team"--orange...
But Gab's not feeling well...
He doesn't want to join any game...
He just want to watch his Kuya play...
keep it up Kuya!!more fun tomorrow!!!

rain

i love rainy evenings...
it brings back my childhood memories...
me,sitting at the front door,waiting for the rain...
and when the rain comes,it's the best time to play...

it's also the best time to have a cup o coffee in my hands...
a heart to heart talk with friends...
sharing secrets,giggling and tears for the heartbreaks...

oh!how i love the rain!!!

...♥♥♥

*my angels new pic*

sick:(

the kids are sick...and i'm worrying too much...
i'm afraid of this "dengue virus"...
Gabriel caught this virus last year and it was so scary...
i'd never want that to happen again...
but i have faith in you God...
i know you'll take care of "My Angels"...
we trust in You...

"Kapihan at SCWA"

"Kapihan @ SCWA" is an annual gathering of parents,teachers and the school administration.In this event,we will be able to discuss all our concerns and suggestions while sipping our cup of coffee and having light snacks.It's also a great way to interact with other parents and teachers of Shalom Crest Wizard Academy.
Let's all join this activity daddies and mommies!
It's always fun to have a nice conversation over a cup of coffee...

Here are the schedules for each level:

Preschool----------------August 23(Monday)
Grade 1-3----------------August 18(Wednesday)
Grade 4-6----------------August 19(Thursday)
High School--------------August 20(Friday)

Time:4:40pm-6:40pm
Place:Shalom Crest Wizard Academy--Multi-purpose Hall

birthday

On the 27th, it will be my mother-in-law's 58th birthday...
we want to surprise her with lots of flowers...
she's a very special woman...
she deserved something special...
im still thinking of what to give her on her birthday...

???

i thought it's over...
i thought you'd finally come to your senses...
but i was wrong...
here you are again...
telling lies to other people...
just to destroy us...

maybe this is your happiness...
maybe this will make you proud of yourself...
then go on...
we want you to be happy...
so go on and destroy us--if you can...

you don't want to see us happy...
that's what you call bitterness...
just beware...
yourself is your worst enemy...

jAmEsBeN

you're my angel...
you're my strength...
you're the song i like to sing...
you're my everything...

come,stay beside me...
reminisce with me...
dream with me...
feel my unconditional love for you...

school

classes have started now...
before,i was tellin' myself to just drop the kids off their school then i'll go home...
so i can do other chores...
but what's happening now?
i can't leave them...
it seems i'm a newbie mom accompanying my preschool kid...
i feel empty whenever i see them going in their classrooms...
i know i'm overreacting but that's what i felt...
what i'm doin' is i stay few hours later at their school before i go home to prepare their lunch...
oh gosh!maybe i need to divert my attention on other things now...
i'm too focused on my kids...
hope i'll find some ways to get busy myself into..

♥♥♥

i am so blessed for having my kids,two adorable kids...
i'm not perfect but being with my angels,life seems perfect...
whenever i have problems,just looking at my kids make me forget all about it...
im so proud of them...
they're not one of those bratty kids who'll make you scream at the top of your lungs just to make them behave...
they have their "moments" sometimes but hey! they're kids..
just let them be but not too much...
i want to give the best for them...
i want them to have the best future...

pApA...

Papa Bemboy---you're one of those special gifts God has given me...
thank you for the love...
i'm so blessed to have you...
i just want you to know that Me,EJ and Gabriel will be here for you
always...
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH!


Papa Rogel---oh how i missed you so much...i missed those guitar lessons we had...
i missed your soothing voice telling me that you love me and my
siblings so dearly...we're not related by blood but the bond we had
was better than that...I MISSED YOU SO MUCH PAPA!!!
i'd love to sing a song with you again...I LOVE YOU!


Papa Nonoy---words can't express how much you mean to me...i've known you
since i was a child but we didn't had the chance to spend a moment
together...
i get to see you and feel your love now that im a grown-up...
but that doesn't change anything..you still love me the way you felt
the first time you laid your eyes on me---the day i was born--
i thank God for giving me the chance to know you...
and for letting me show my love for you...
I LOVE YOU PAPA...


Papa Bebot---this is the exciting one...telling how i feel towards my
father-in-law...you were so distant at first but as time goes by,
you treat me like your own...the unconditional love you gave to my
husband, to my kids..is enough reason for me to carved your name in my
heart...you have that genuine care and love for us...
THANK YOU AND WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH PAPA!!


HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL OF YOU!!!

for you...Gabriel

Dear Gabriel,

My after-lunch buddy will also be busy now.You'll have your own set of friends soon, just like Kuya.You'll eventually let go of my hand to join your friends.I guess that's really part of your growing up.
Just be yourself always baby.Don't pretend to be someone else you're not so that people around you will love you for who you really are.If you need something, just call Mama and i'll be there in a "zap!".

I LOVE YOU BABY AND I'LL ALWAYS WILL...



loving you always,

MAMA CHIC

for you...Kuya

Dear Kuya EJ,

School time's almost here.You'd be so busy by then.You'll meet new friends.You'll see your old friends again.You're a "big boy" now according to your Lala, but still you're Mama's baby.You and Chockie are still my babies.
These past few days, you're showing signs that you're a grown-up.You did some things on your own now.I can count on you to watch over your little brother.And you won't let Mama kiss and hug you when someone's watching.It's hurting me but what can i do.It's part of your growing up.
Just always remember Kuya that Mama will always be here for you.If you ever need someone to talk to, Mama's always free and ready to listen.

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND I'LL ALWAYS WILL...



loving you always,

MAMA CHIC

ANNA BEATRICE ESCAL MORALES

meet the newest member of our family...
Anna Beatrice Escal Morales...




isn't she so cute?






Bea with Ate Yssa...

sUmMeR fUn 2

another set of pix!!

sUmMeR fUn

summer's almost over...
but it's still not too late to share our summer escapades right?
we spent our summer in Paradise Island,Davao...
such a nice place...
friendly staff...
good food...
and i love their overnight cottages...
it was indeed a relaxing summer...
i would like to go back there...
soon!

what if...

what if we'll cross our path one day...
will i ask you about what you've done?
i don't have the courage, i know...
but for my own sake,i will talk to you...

i don't know what ive done wrong why you're doin' this to me...
ive been good to you...
to everyone else,i guess...
i don't want any trouble...
i knew you're reading this...
please spare my family out of this mess...
may you have peace of mind...

i'm back!

wow!!!its been such a long time since my last blog post...
missed it...missed you....
i'll catch up!promise!