a ForCed diEt :(

It's been two weeks now since my dentist installed my braces (brackets). It is really indeed painful! I can't eat solid foods spec. the hard ones. Right now, my best friend is congee/arrozcaldo/rice porridge. My dentist said that it will take 2-4 weeks before I get used to it. (Well, I just hope that I will lose weight)

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Dental braces (also known as orthodontic braces, or simply braces) are a device used in orthodontics to align teeth and their position with regard to a person's bite. They are often used to correct malocclusions such as underbites, overbites, cross bites and open bites, or crooked teeth and various other flaws of teeth and jaws, whether cosmetic or structural. Orthodontic braces are often used in conjunction with other orthodontic appliances to widen the palate or jaws or otherwise shape the teeth and jaws.

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In my case, I was forced to wear once since my lower set of teeth started to drift apart. It started with a missing tooth and now, some started to move. Too bad that I still need to go through this pain! Not just that, it is also expensive :( Anyway, I was informed that it will only take me 16 months for the ortho treatment. But after that, I still need to wear retainers.

I will continue to be patient I guess. Soon, I can eat what I want.

YeLLow CaB DaY!

Hubby and I always wanted Yellow Cab for a pizza. We never got saturated with the New York taste of it. We love the thin crust and the delicious toppings!

One time, we decided to try a new stuff the lady offered. It is called Charlie Chan Chicken pasta. At first glance, it is not that enticing. But we still ordered one since it is something different. Good thing that we really got satisfied. I really recommend that you try it too!

Here is how it looks :

Main ingredients : chicken, spaghetti noodles and peanuts


our fave pizza : New York's Finest

wHat Do I rEaLLy MisS?

Whenever I go online, I suddenly feel sad. I am not sure why I feel this way. Maybe I just miss some old stuff.

I used to sit in front of my pc for several hours, writing blogs, surfing, chatting and connecting to friends in different ways. Now, I seldom do it since I am working the whole day. Once I reach home, all I wanna do is to rest while watching TV or sleep right away.

I am now living a simple yet happy life. But sometimes, I can't remove some thoughts about my old life. When I was still in the call center industry, I have a lot of time going to malls, watching movie, have enough money to go shopping and buy whatever I want.

Right now, I have stopped my credit card usage. I seldom go shopping. I have trimmed down my expenses. I am earning a little. But then, am I happy? Yes, I am! In addition, I have learned a valuable thing - the value of saving. I am now spending within my limit. I may not have the capacity to buy luxurious stuff anymore, but deep inside me I am contented. I have done all those before. So now, all I wanna do is to enjoy and love what I do for a living. That is what's important right now.

HaPi 1st BdaY XySy!

with my niece on her special day

with MOm and Mamang (3 generations) :p

Alejandro family

JuSt OnE NigHt!!!

me at the nice lobby

It was one elegant Saturday night to remember! May 23, 2009 was the wedding date of our close pals Binoe and Cons. Though I still had to work that day, we still managed to attend their special day. A day to remember for the rest of their lives...

It was a very formal and elegant occasion so we really have to dress up! I managed to look for a very simple dress to match the event and same with hubby. Though we were not able to witness the main event at the Clark Chapel, we were still lucky to catch up at the reception (Jasmine Hall, Fontana). We seldom dress like this but it was worth it! :)

NeW fWeNs

During my 2 week training in Cubao, I've gained a lot of friends. Cool friends, I can say :) Good to know that they were also cam addict like me hahaha We were 8 in Rm 703 from North and South Luzon area. Just wanna share some of our funny shots!

at the training room during our last day (Nosebleed day due to the long exam)

before going to the USSC Head oFfice

with our body guards (peace!)

during our day off (feeling bored)

feeling cute lahat!

where is the other body guard??? hmmm

while waiting for the exam

Miss you, guys! Hope to see you soon :)

Our CooKb0oK eXpeRieNce

it was such a blessing for us to be able to celebrate our 3rd wedding anniversary with the sun peeping out. after several days of heavy rains, i prayed for a sunny day on our anniversary. last friday was a memorable day for both of us. it's been three fruitful and lovely years together.

we visited the Carmelite Monastery in the morning and had lunch at a resto nearby. it was our first time to eat at Cookbook Kitchen. it was another nice experience which is now part of our good memories.

just want to share some shots inside the resto (while waiting for the foodie) :p

with my Nee

nee's foodie
(CBK chicken)

this is mine!
(Parmesan crusted white fish)

super salad

white and red tea

nice ambiance

the owner of my heart

savoring the food