Chic In Black Monday 6 - Missing you

I just realized Monday is the busiest day of the week for me just because I try to make up with the chores from the past weekend. So from now on, I'll have to keep in mind to make a post for Chic In Black before the weekend so it always comes out on time. My apologies to those who waited.

Anyway, my entry today is a result of a chat session with a friend. We were discussing blogging and the subject of owning a camera came up. Although we have a Nikon, sometimes I feel it best to have a point-and-shoot camera still, I actually miss my almost 10-yr old Kodak. A dslr is so heavy that my arms really hurt after a couple of hours use. Also, if you're in such a hurry and don't know how to settings yet, you miss a lot of good shots because you feel you try to adjust the settings because they don't come out great. That one time that I covered a family affair, my hands and arms hurt and my neck hurt as well because I'd just let it hang when I was tired. That was when I wished I still had my trusty, old P&S.

Should I get enough budget to buy my P&S, I'm opting for this.

Photo from CNET Australia

Hubby and I really like this because of it's great reviews. When one of hubby's office mate asked for his advice on what to buy, he told her to buy this and I was looking at her shots on FB and they're shot like an dslr! I'm so impressed and I hope I can save enough for it. But, I still want to enroll in a basic photography class to learn more on how to get the best of our dslr. I still want to use that for scenic shots, for those that command concentration. But if I want to capture little Missy's best (which is 24/7), a trusy new P&S is needed, don't you think so?

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Chic In Black Monday 5 - I wish

First off, I'm sorry I'm posting this about day and a half late. I had to look after my 2y/o who we took to the ER last Sunday (will post another story about it in a bit). Since then she'd been extra clingy and didn't want me to leave her side. I had to monitor her temperature too because though hubby and I felt she was hot, she was only running a temp of 36.4C to 36.8C most of the time so I couldn't give her the paracetamol.

Anyway, I will be extending CIB until Friday for more Chic participants. My entry for this week is on top of my wish list. It's an iPad2. I know it will take lots of time before I can buy one but in the deepest bottom of my heart I know I WILL get one, no matter what. Why? My little girl says my phone is hers. Almost all the apps are hers. When her daddy calls, she automatically hits Decline because she's in the middle of her game (then Daddy will call our landline). When someone sends an SMS, she automatically hits Close (which is better than hitting view, at least I still get a notification).

So for her, I'm wishing for an iPad, in black of course, and the keyboard that comes with it in this picture. Having a keyboard with it, and hubby's mobile internet means I can blog too most of the time (if little Missy's not using it, of course).

Photo courtesy of iPadcasenow.net




Isn't it just Chic? I've never really been a fan of Apple until hubby was contacted by Globe for his eligibility for the iPhone4 as his reward. Then hubby bought a Macbook Pro for their company for mobile and web development. I got a chance to use it and liked its simplicity. I haven't touched an iPad yet but I know my little Missy will love it.

Some people say it's not right for us parents to indulge our children with such "material" things. I don't leave her at it all day. I only like it for her because she's learned so much. She's read more books that I have (yes, read not listened). She's now learning addition and subtraction. She learning to how to play strategic games even if it's just through a simple maze. I spend 24 hours with her, every day, so I still give her the emotional, psychological and whatever it is critics say parents should give their children. :D

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Chic in Black Monday 4

Pardon me for posting late but there were so much to do since the weekend.

Anyway, my entry today for Chic In Black doesn't have anything to do with fashion at all. I say it's Chic because I really find it awesome, cool and fun. This was taken to our trip at the Manila Ocean Park for Daddy's birthday(post about it to follow soon).

Watching the sea lions up close was really fun. They're one of the most interesting and CHIC animals that I've ever come across with. I hope you enjoy my entry and have fun in this blog hop.

Have a great week ahead! Happy 1st May Monday!

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Chic in Black Monday 3

Welcome to Chic in Black Monday. My entry for this week is something I've always wished for, a bob cut! I have always wanted to try and sport a short and sleek hairstyle, especially on shiny, black hair.

I like it tousled and short like this: (though in sleek black, and I love the sunglasses and scarf in black too!)

^^Photo courtesy of worldhairstyles.com

... or it could be something like this too though I think it's harder to maintain than the first one.


^^Photo courtesy of yetzira.com

You think it's Chic? I think so, but unfortunately I'm not blessed with features that can sport such hairstyles. Who knows though, maybe when I lose (a lot of) weight! Anywho, hope you had a great Easter celebration. Happy Chic in Black Monday and hope you have a great week, as always.

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Fun Follow Friday Oct 8th

Join me in Fun Follow Friday! Thank you so much to Simply Stacie and My Wee View for the much coveted #3 spot. I am so honored to be chosen for this week.

A little about me:

• I'm a stay at home mom to a 2-year old.
• I've been blogging for 7 months and am loving everything that I'm learning
• I am in the Philippines so I'm 12 hours ahead of US EST
• I will be coming up with 2 giveaways, as soon as I learn how to number my comments
• Since my girl is now 2, I'm currently looking for arts and crafts ideas we could do together so if you have any ideas, please do let me know or post a link.

Again, thanks so much Stacie and Lynette. If I haven't followed anyone on the list yet, please do leave me a comment. My weekends are super tight but I'll be sure to follow everyone beginning Monday.

Happy weekend everyone!

Linky is now closed.

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Monday bloghops

Let's start the week with bloghops!

First off, I'm joining Mailbox Monday. The goal for Mailbox Monday is to exchange email subscriptions with other wonderful bloggers. Just make sure you have an email subscribe submit button on your blog, otherwise you're taken off the list. To join, just add your link to the linky below: (then continue on down for another bloghop)




Second linky is Making Friends Blogger Style. For this one, I don't think there's any limitation on what you want to enter as your link. This blog hop can be used to increase your GFC followers, email subscribers, twitter followers, and facebook "like"rs. To join, simply add your link/s below:

Happy Monday everyone!

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Twitter Hop

It's been ages since I joined a blog hop. So I'm happy to join one again today because I've met a lot of good friends through blog hops.

This hop is hosted by Jacqui over at Ins & Outs.

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Mailbox Monday July 5th

Once again I'm joining Mailbox Monday! Looking forward to subscribing to more marvelous bloggers.



Hosted by Simply Stacie, This Mama Loves Her Bargains and A little of this A little of that…

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Tuesday bloghops June 29th

3 bloghops today :)

First, I joined 2sdays Link Up! This week's question is interesting: What has changed since you had a child (children)? Join now by answering the question through the linky below. You can answer twice to add 2 URLs (e.g. blog and twitter) Your answer in this linky will automatically reflect on all the blogs who are participating. Whatcha waiting for?

Second, I also signed up on Follow me back Tuesdays. You can join by clicking on the badge below, it'll take you directly to the sponsors' posts and linky.

Third linky is Tag-Along Tuesdays by Twee Poppets. Grab their badge and sign up!

Please sign up through the linky below :)

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Friday Bloghops June 25th

It's Friday once again, welcome followers! I would love to know more about you too so please do leave a comment when you follow in case your profile doesn't contain your blog link.

About me:

• I'm currently a a stay-at-home mom but I'm also trying to find work that I can do from home
• I have one daughter who will be turning 2 in September
• I also started 3 other blogs. My Tummy Calls is all about food, My Game of Chance is about my journey in meeting up with Lady Luck. It's all about the giveaways I join and anything else involving luck and chance. My newest blog is a SAHMmy to a WAHMmy which is all about my transitioning or experiences in looking for work-based jobs.
• I have done some articles too for a couple of clients although I don't consider it work per se since those didn't really provide a steady flow of income. I do love doing it though so I'm hoping to write more of those, as well as do sponsored posts and reviews.
• I am currently looking for sponsors for giveaways. I am hoping to hold one to celebrate my little tot's birthday. If you are interested to sponsor, please do get in touch with me through mytotsexactly[at]yahoo[dot]com. Any product, item, or even amount will be greatly appreciated.
• Lastly, I just love Fridays! It's just one more night of sleep then ultimate family bonding time. We don't really go out and celebrate often, most of the time we spend it home or at my family's, but we make it a point to always make it special.

Thank you so much for reading and getting to know me. As stated above, I would love to get to know more about you too.

Happy, happy friday and my family wishes that your family have a great weekend ahead.
-- Dadsy Popsy, Momsy Katsy, and Little Missy

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Twitter Hop June 24th and New Opp

Join Twitter Hop Thursday to get more followers on your twitter!

Would you like more Twitter followers and be introduced to more neat blogs and businesses out there? Come and join us!!

1. Add your Twitter to the MckLinky (you only have to add it to one and it will appear on all).

2. Click on the Twitter for the six hostesses and follow each of them on Twitter. We will follow you back.

3. Follow as many people on Twitter as you like, but make sure to leave comments with links so they’ll know where to follow you!

***New this Week*** We have selected a Twitterer of the Week from last week’s entries and the lucky winner is Mom State of Mind!!! They will be in the #6 spot! We will choose next week’s winner from everyone who participated today.

Please only add your Twitter url. All other entries will be deleted. Thank you!!!

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And, I've discovered a new opportunity. For those who are actively monetizing their blog, you might be interested in blog advertising. I haven't had the chance to do any work for them or anything yet but wanted to share this opp in case it works out for you.


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Mailbox Monday June 21st

It's time for Mailbox Monday! Can't wait to subscribe to new and enjoyable bloggers!!



Hosted by Simply Stacie, This Mama Loves Her Bargains and A little of this A little of that…

Here’s how to join in the fun:

• Add your blog link to the linky
• Subscribe by email to the three hostesses. They will return the favour.
• Visit the other blogs on the list and subscribe by email to the ones that interest you. Leave them a comment with your blog link so they know you are subscribing from Mailbox Monday. Don’t forget to confirm your subscription!
  

Everyone is welcome to participate. Each week a new linky will be generated so make sure you stop by on Monday’s to add your blog.

Your blog *must* have a place for people to e-mail subscribe. We will be subscribing to everyone’s blog who participates. If there isn’t an e-mail subscribe option, your link will be removed from the linky.

Let’s have fun and meet (and read via email) some new blogs!!


Next linky is Monday Madness hosted by Micael of Saving Obsession and Meghan of The Tuckers Take Tennessee.


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Third great linky for today is Meet & Greet Monday hosted by Southern Reflections.

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