Changing

2008. its 200-EIGHT! I can hardly believe it. So much has changed in the past few months that I hardly know where to begin. Somewhere along the way I went from a career girl who would fly across the country and back in a day for an important client to a mom who flies off the handle if our nap schedule is interrupted. Last year I dropped $150 on jeans without blinking an eye and now I comparison shop for sale items at discount stores. Bedtime moved from anytime after 'must see tv' to anytime after 8pm and being 'dressed' has taken on a new minimalistic definition.

I have no idea what this coming year has in store for us, but I can guarantee you it will be full of smiles that will continue to squeeze my heart, more and more 'firsts', and will end with a toddler kissing me to welcome 2009. sounds like a great year to me! I've been telling Ed these past few days that we now have a baby...not a newborn. He's been playing a lot lately. It's so much fun!!!

Mommy and William.


Hi Lola calls him butsog(chunky). Sitting on his Bumbo.
I adore this picture of William and Daddy playing.

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2 months and all grown up

William had his 2 month shots last Monday. He did pretty good. He screamed his head off when the first shot went in and then he calmed down quite a bit as soon as Daddy held him. He now weighs 12 lbs and 4 oz. Doctor was really pleased with his progress.

Here are some current pictures of William:

Enjoying a good book. Sitting up on the couch.
Chatting away after a bath.
Chillin' with my Dad! Here are a few other things I want to remember about him right now:

• We just moved him to stage 2 diapers.
• He smiles and laughs a lot...he has the sweetest smile that could melt Mom and Dad's heart. He's a pretty happy baby!
• He recognizes Mom and Dad. He's very interactive and is starting to "chat".I think he is starting to figure out what is going on in the world. He will stare right at me while I'm holding him and sometimes even make faces when I talk to him.
• He's been sleeping through the night and is more alert during the day.
• He's getting stronger and has really good head and neck control.

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Christmas Visit

William was so happy to get a special visit from his Great Granddaddy, GG, Aunt Sonja, Aunt Sara and Kelsey. Here are some pics from this weekend's visit.

He's getting bigger and so interactive...check out his big smile.

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A YEAR IN REVIEW:2007

Wow…I don’t even know how to begin this post. Where should I begin? So much to say, yet finding the right words is nearly impossible. 2007 has been a year of memories. I think back to the person I was this time last year and I want to cry. No, literally, I want to cry. Had I known what God had in store for me, perhaps I wouldn’t have been so worried and so consumed with making sure everything is perfect. Our family have been so incredibly blessed.

Travel:We were so fortunate to visit so many beautiful places...London, Jamaica, Seattle, Chicago, Vero Beach.

Jobs:Ed and I both got a promotion this year. It's nice to be rewarded for all our hard work.

Family and Friends: William's here. Everyday, we are filled with joy just seeing him grow. The smiles, the coos and the way he lovingly looks at us.

I'm posting some of my favorite pictures from this year...

This picture captures Ed and I. Ed the goofball. Me the amused spectator.This was taken minutes after William was born. I love how this picture captured our happiness and excitement.This was taken from our anniversary dinner at Jamaica. I remember being so overwhelmed...to be in such a gorgeous and romantic place and be with the man I love dearly.

For good laughs and memories, click on the slideshow below. Thank you all for sharing a wonderful year with us.

Merry Christmas

I know it's late but I want to hang on to it... MERRY CHRISTMAS! This Christmas is EXTRA special for 2 reasons...

1) This is William's first Christmas.

I have always loved Christmas, but it is even more exciting when you have kids (or a kid, in my case).
Giving and getting gifts is so much fun and I think it is a great way to celebrate the ultimate gift that was given to us. When I prayed over William last night, I prayed that he would grow up knowing that Christmas is a day to celebrate the birth of Jesus and that it wouldn't just be a day to get lots of toys. It sounds simple, but we all know how easy it is to lose focus of the true reason for the season.

2) We are blessed with amazing family and friends, all of whom I spend excessive amounts of time with laughing, eating, and enjoying life.

It was quite challenging to see everybody but we managed. Family are the core of who I am and help me seeing life’s truest beauty.So 2 days before Christmas we drove to Vidalia and spent the weekend there. I finally got to spend Christmas with all of my brothers and sisters. The last time we all spent Christmas together was 10 years ago in the Philippines. My cute nephews are here for the holidays too. It was just really nice to be around everybody. Christmas day was spent with my in-laws. As always, we had a blast especially being around the girls. It is so fun to watch them open presents. I mean pure bliss of innocence,love and joy on Christmas. I can't wait for William to be running around the house with them on Christmas day!
I’ve pretty much spent the last few days consuming far too many calories, exchanging gifts, and simply loving the holidays…you know, all the things that make my heart explode with gratitude. God has blessed me beyond belief this past year and hanging out with my friends and family esp with William, further ensures I deserve none of it…but, dang, I’m SOOOO thankful.

Again,Merry Christmas and I hope your day was filled with unadulterated love, goodness, and joy!

I LUV ME SOME MORE SECRET SANTA

We had our 2nd Secret Santa with another group of friends. Oh what a blast it was!With everybody's busy schedule,we all haven't been together for quite sometime. The food was good, but the company and conversation is what made it such a wonderful evening. Ed and I are so blessed to have such awesome, caring friends.
The crew:

Our family picture:

Our most precious gift:

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I HEART SECRET SANTA

I love our annual Secret Santa. Gosh, I can't even remember when was our first one. Anybody remember? As always we had a blast...we missed Mohammad though this year. He had to pick up his brother at the airport. On the other hand, Omayra's super sweet Mom Bertha joined us. She flew in from Puerto Rico. Here's everybody's picture with their Secret Santa.

Secret Santa Donna & Gift Recipient Rupel

Secret Santa Rupel & Gift Recipent Omayra

Secret Santa Omayra & Gift Recipient Ashwin

Secret Santa Ashwin & Gift Recipient Wynell

Secret Santa Wynell & Gift Recipient Donna

Ed was Mohammad's Secret Santa and vice-versa

Thank you all for participating...u really don't have a choice coz it's mandatory:) Otherwise Christmas won't feel the same huh! William had a blast too. He said thank you for all your gifts. Click here for more pictures...

William met Santa

Since William's so young we weren't quite sure what to expect for his first Santa picture but I think this picture captured what he does best at this age---sleep:)

WIlliam Look-a Like Meter

Oh Christmas Tree

... oh christmas tree, of all the trees most lovely. Oh christmas tree, oh christmas tree, of all the trees most lovely. Each year you bring to me delight, meaning in the christmas night. Oh christmas tree, oh christmas tree, of all the trees most lovely.

We finally put up our Christmas decorations. It took a lot of effort this year but knowing William enjoys it makes it all so worth it.

Mommy can't wait for William to help her decorate the tree. William's first ornament(thanks GG and Great Granddaddy) and stockings.

Wow it's December! Can u believe that Christmas is just right around the corner and William already had his 5 weeks appt? He now weighs a whooping 10 lbs and 8 oz. That's a 3.5 lbs gain from birth. Pediatrician was really pleased with his progress. His legs and face are getting fuller and he's getting more interactive. He now knows his Mommy and Daddy and gazes to our eyes. I love it! Also this week, we started with a bed time routine - bath at around 8:45 ish, some cuddling with Mom and Dad and then feeding. So happy to say that the past couple of days William has been sleeping 5 to 6 hrs stretch at a time.

And check out his tummy time skills. Strong neck and head huh.

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House Divided

Somebody's ready for the BCS Bowl Games! Here's William rocking his Auburn and Georgia Tech outfits. U gotta love his cute slippers (courtesy of Uncle Mike)!