missing some Moscato Spumante... yummmm

Cast Members:
Pots,Potsie and Potsie's Mom "the Whistler"
The Gang = the great bunch of Peeps who was with us at PoP Century

Sept 28th into the 29th

Ok here it is !!! My Trip Report from our recent trip to the Promise Land. My vacation started a day early when I was able to coheres my supervisor to give me the day off on the 28th. Well!!! Did I start getting ready then ? Nope! Instead me and Potsie went out shopping (after CHAtting on the phone from someone in NC)! Finally at 6PM Thursday we decided to go home since Potsie still need to go to work at 10PM. So here I am at home staring at all the unfinished projects and decided to surf my regular sites !!! I have about 5 hours I have a lot of time ! In and out I was on the net and finally 5AM on the 29th came. Voila I don’t know how I did it but I did. Off to the airport we go. Checking in was easy. We checked in our 2 rolling luggage and off we grab a corner sit to take a snooze. After a couple of hours of waiting and wondering why we have not bordered but no explanation was given or told. Also while waiting we have 2 or 3 families who looks like they are also headed to the Promise Land, their kids still on pj pals and carrying Disney Princess totes or backpacks. My DISney radar was on. I really wanted to take a pic of one of the mothers who kept on grabbing her son`s arm. I know I don`t have room to say anything for I don`t have a child of my own but so far I have been good raising my niece and nephew that all it takes is one look for them to behave. One child kicking the younger brother and the dad thought this was funny. One mom keep on complaining about having to much people on this flight. Finally the pilot came and we boarded. Yey!! Me and Potsie were both on aisle sits. Not bad.. Not bad at all. Now came the seat mates! Arrgghhhh my seat mates where a family of three. A mother, a father and a 6 months old (at least) baby! It is their 1st born, you would know right away just by looking on how they handle the child. Wipe here, wipe there, hug here, hug there which was great. Mind you I was looking forward to getting in my sit and taking a nap since we also have the MNSSHP that night so I would like to get all the naps I can before I go trick or treating have mercy on the diabetic patient. So up we went, fixed my pillow and grab my mp3 and closed my eyes. A couple of minutes later the baby was also napping, I said great they are going to rest too! WRONG!!! As soon as the baby goes to la la land the mommy wakes the baby up !?! WHY ?? WHY ?? Why would you wake up a baby who is sleeping! I don`t have an answer. Counted 1,2,3 and turned the volume louder. About 1 hour into the flight the mommy needed to go pee which is a natural thing..... hang in there, there is a happy part in this TR... I hope, so up I stand and wait, as she was coming back she opened the overhead bins to grab her lap top, and books and more stuff. Cannot sit yet since all the stuff she unloaded was on my sit. Finally we really have to sit down since the cart is also waiting to serve us our peanuts and pop! Whew, thank God for peanuts! As the flight stewardess was handing pop and peanuts she realized the lap top was on. She explained to my seat mate that lap top is not allowed right now due to orange alert was up. Never heard this but hey if I was told I would do so to close it and put it away, but they had to argue about it for a good few minutes. Back to Frankie and Andy = Frank Sinatra and Andy Williams. Finally we landed at MCO I was ready to kiss the ground! The fun begins! Called dmom on her cel and told her get on the tram and it will take you straight to MK. She panicked, it is her 1st time at MCO sorry had to do it.... and she replied... I do not have anything but my luggage and the tickets are with you. So finally Potsie explained that we`ll be waiting for her as soon as she get out of the tram. Claimed our checked in luggage and off to look for the shuttle for Enterprise. Got the car and even got a free upgrade from neon to cobalt which was a blessing on our last day. We added 2 big gym bags for souvenirs on our way out from POP. Before going to the hotel we stop by at PUBLIX for some much needed personal hygiene stuff. Now we arrive at POP. Long lines at around noonish of the 29th. Rooms where not ready so we were given an 800 number to call at 3PM for our room number, which was ok since check in is really at 3Pm and we have Whispering Canyon Cafe ADR at 2:40PM and was sitted at 1:00PM since it was not really busy . We tried to trick "The Whistler" to order ice tea but since we were early she already had seen the ice tea trick and ketchup trick. Our CMs were really great esp`ly Matt ! They were a blast! Lunch was great everybody were full, we had to skip dessert and now we`re ready to check in. Called at around 2:45PM and their 1st response was "call at 3:30PM we are still drying the carpets in the room". So ok we went and check out the icons around POP since this was our 1st time at POP. Then I called back and got "Well check in is not till 4:00PM" and they hang up without a bye. Finally called again at 4:00PM no hello no nothing just hanged up. I was really getting agitated since also Svetlana decided to come a week early and tag along on our trip so no swimming at the Typhoon Lagoon for me or any pool unless I decided to make a scene, to much FYI I know but had to throw that in.... and finally went back in at the front desk and begged one of the CM for a room any room, and when she checked, she said the room has been ready since 3PM. Ok, I have been to ASMusic 1 to many times and never had this problem , Jazz Inn Bldg here I come. After dragging and searching for the room we finally found 6164 of the *eight track bldg*. And yes... there are elevators in POP Century and those ICONS are only for attraction. After unpacking and taking off the POP preferred comforters and taking a nice cold shower off we went to attend MNSSHP.

to be continued.....

this is it...

Ok finally the day has come. As off Sept.28,2006 I was officially on vacation. And instead of getting ready me and Potsie ended up at the mall hahaha... Well I will leave this WINDOW open for you to take a look on our lives for the next 6 days. And a detailed trip report when we get back!

A moment of silence...

Stop for a moment and tell your family and friends how much you love them. I am greatful to all my friends who have been around through laughter and hardship. I thank God for giving me the most wonderful set of parents and most of all I thank Him for giving me Potsie in my life. Enjoy life, live life and be glad we're alive. (borrowed pictures).

I had never been this excited!! Really!! The heck with Tea!! Look!!!

They built this vehicle with me in mind!!! Imagine me driving this but instead of blue... in Yellow aka Sun Fusion !!! The name was even after my name ! FJ Cruiser !!!
Check Me Out!

Well ????? 

Can you believe that here Cookie is about 7 months ???? Nice Pic huh! 

Here comes Chadieeeeeeee!!! 

OMG!!! What are they feeding Potsie's inaanak!!! By the time we get to see him he would be shopping for his own food! hahahaha But don't you just love him with his stripe shirt.. Purong Jr!!! 

The same sleeping baby who was posted on May 11,2006

Here's Potsie's pride and joy her favorite inaanak! Why ??? Because I think they have the same appetite! Here at 6 months and 6 days!  

POM Pomegranate Lychee Green Tea.... they said it's good for you...

Well.. I am 24 hours shy away to making it a monthlery for my blogging. Let's see what happened... Potsie's mom came to visit around the 1st weekend of June and that was fun. We basically just watch the clock go tick tock !!! Also Potsie finally got her magic sing "who was always hugging the mike" I was able to sing a couple of tunes.. But now... I guess we're both done with it! So Magic Mike goes back in the box. We were also able to go to AC,NJ and was lucky enough to get a room at Bally's at a very short notice. Did not win much but did not loose anything either! After Mom left, my time was basically got consumed with work, also check ups with different MD for my personal case and also busy trying to find intervention for my good friend.
Also at the same token I guess I became a big supporter of Ovarian,Cervical and other Female Organ cancer awareness group. It is a very silent disease and we all need to be aware of all the changes in our body. Eventually I would like to add a thread about it here. But right now my brain is just scattered and trying to absorb all information I can gather.
A much needed weekend off will be enjoyed come August, we are going to see Potsie's mom and dad in IL. That is if we get my scheduled finalized. Summer is breezing by... In a couple more days Christmas in July is here! And by then 5 more months and snow will be knocking at my door. But for right now... My 7 day a week Mill is on and I don't see it stopping anytime soon. Hopefully everything will fall into place and Potsie will get to the finish line in the next 3 years... Wish her luck! "We need it... B..A..D.. !!!"

frapuccino green tea for a nice warm day! Yum!!!

Ok.. It has been a month and I still have nothing to share with everybody. Nothing really happened in the past 30 some days. Work and play maybe a couple of sad notes and hoping that they would go away soon. Potsie's mom came to visit last Thursday the 8th of June. I was able to take off that Friday and the weekend so we were able to take her around. We went to AC,NJ and started with a few good notes. Was able to get a room at Bally's for an affordable price on a last minute Friday night. Played a couple of coins and was able to triple them up. Also shopped and visited families in NJ. Sunday we went back to Delco to join another inaanak's birthday party! Monday was back to work for me while Potsie and mom shared some alone time. And today Mom flew back to St. Charles. Hopefully we get to visit IL in August funding permits. And now back to the hustle and bustle of our crazy schedule.

Before I end this, I would like to remind every woman who read this blog to be aware of Ovarian Cancer and also the rare Leimyosarcoma. This are silent killers for women. I know it is a hustle to go for that GYN check but it can save you 30 years of your life if you catch it on an early stage. And to those who was struck by this unkind disease. My prayers are with you. Don't waste anytime. Go for that check up!

But then, how can you not go when this little one is the main event on May 21st, 2006! Please welcome my second love and Potsie's 1st, Chad aka Cookie coz he is the sweetest thing you'll ever see. Of course Dean will always be my first love now and forever! 

drowning myself with Chamomile tea...

Yesterday at around 8AM I got the job offer of a lifetime. Well for me it was my dream come true.
You all know that I am a Disney fanatic. I was asked if I am interested to be a CHARACTER HANDLER for 4 hours on the grand opening of a Disney Store! And you know what is the best part ??? The character was Pooh Bear and Tigger who are flying in from Disneyland, California, yes they will be here in the east coast, in my coast in flesh or you may say in plush! So of course I said yes and was really hyper ventilating at the same time. Here's the kicker it is on May 21st, the same day Potsie's godson will be christened. At 1st I was thinking I can say I got sick and let Potsie go, but I took the day off at may part time job stating that I am going to the family gathering which mean I am still going to be in trouble if any of my co-workers see me at the store rather than in the church. So yes it is a loose-loose situation for me. I am so heart broken. All my life that I have been going to all the park I always utter to myself.. one day I will be that person walking side by side with Winnie the Pooh and Tigger too plus of course Piglet and Eeyore. Some of you might think this is crazy. So be it, this is my passion and this bring me joy. Maybe one day, when I am old and gray and retired I still can reach that point, "Oh it is so near but yet so far away". For now fanily comes first....

Green tea frap! yummy!

Hello! Yes it is me Mrs Potts! I know I have not been around to tell you everything and for that I apologize. But life was just "flowing" you know like the river... I know am not making sense. April went by with no complains. I worked the 1st two weeks and was on vacation for the last two. The De Leon's were nice enough to let us stay with them for 7 wonderful days. The last week was consumed with check ups and worries but all is well now. The scare of my elevated ca125 has been corrected and now at a normal range. I just hope and pray that it stays that way. May... Nothing special going on this month other than I went back to my old job at 19063 but that is just temporary. I am now concentrating on Potsie's new career plans. Hopefully it all fall into place and so in the near future I can really work full time at the "Happy Place" so please pray for US!!! Nothing is really lined up for May just work and maybe a couple of days in Maryland on on the latter part of the month to see Cha..rlie Brown! Looking forward to catch some fish! June ??? Potsie's mom will be over for a couple of days.. we'll see how that goes... Right now am at work doodling so I better finish this.. clean up and go home.... Feel free to leave me any comments.. would love to hear if anybody out there is listening...

But in my case I have to sit this far... Things I have to endure till the real thing comes... :o( 

For good 20/20 vision you might be able to enjoy it this far.... 

taken from the flamingo Hotel habitat

Don't hate me coz am beautiful! 

Just water... Yes water....

Ok let's see, what have I been doing lately. Other than work we manage to sneak out of Pa and meet up with Jeff, Elaine and Elan and also Tin-Tin and Rose. We got there around 1:30PM Friday the 27th 2 days later Elan turned 1 (25th of January) and yes my 3rd inaanak who is a BOY !!! He is so adorable and he have a lot of cute antics that you can easily fall in love with! After a couple of minutes chit chatting off we went for his appointment! On the way to the dr's office I sat behind Mommy Elaine and had a nice conversation with Elan at the backseat, he seem to enjoy our chitchat coz I got a couple of winning smiles regarding our subject matter! After the dr's appointment off to the lovely home of Jeff and Elaine ( love their bathroom the most), pick Papa Jeff then on to Todai. Thank God Rose was home early and Tin Tin was also on her way and they were able to meet up with us at the buffet place. After a bountiful dinner we went back home to the San Juans and played with Elan for hours! The time has come for us to go home and hopefully we get to do it again soon. On the other hand, while driving back to Pa we got a not so happy phone call from Kuya Nono, my Deanie's dad. Auntie Cristy is going through some spices in life. And last Friday, we were able to come see her. She looks OK and we hope and pray that she will be OK soon. Again I was able to hold Chad (Potsie's new inaanak) and take care of my Deanie the whole day. It was exhausting!!! For those kids have so much energy compared to someone who's obese like me but I will never trade those time with anything in the world. So yes, I would like to thank my friends and families who gave me an opportunity to be in their kids lives. They are the gem in my treasures and I will love them dearly for the rest of my life. Till next time!

Missing... Have you seen her lately ?  

Taken by Sony!!!! 

I need caffeine!!!

This weekend is my 1st day off since Xmas and I am ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh so looking forward to it! If I can only drive time on fifth gear I would! Just had it with work, I know we all we get frustrated with work but how much can one take. I have been here for 13 years. All I really need is wait for 2 more years and work somewhere else again for maybe another 10 to get a second pension but the Upper Hand right now is making that 2 years hard to see. I am just thankful that my chosen field is not saturated that I can shop around and see what's out there. Should I stick it out or just pack and go.... I don't like when I wish in winning the lottery, it is one impossible thing, it's like wishing for an immaculate conception at this time in age! So whatCHA think ??? Advice ?? Anybody ??

it's a wild orange tea type a day!

We all get heavier as we get older because there's a lot more information in our heads.So I'm not fat, I'm just really intelligent and my head couldn't hold anymore so it started filling up the rest of me!That's my story and I'm sticking to it!


Sunday January 15,2006 12:30PM

Life is trully just like the weather! One minute it's cloudy and dreary but it will soon pass and Viola! `Blue skies shining at me, nothing but Blue skies do I see!` Have a great week.

not even the high octane tea can perk this day...

Friday the 13th of January in the year 2006


Ok. How long has it been? 2005 has left and 2006 is here to stay. The past Christmas holiday was a very comforting one. We just stayed home and did not cook anything but boiled hot water for my tea! It was an Untraditional one for us but I think I can really enjoy the way it was, 5 platters of sushi, movie marathon and basically snoozing for a good 80 hours! Gifts were confined to little stuff since we both agreed to get our gift after the holidays. Our `changing of lifestyle` plan is still in effect and it is really taking a very turtle like movement so please bear with us. The year of 2006 started crazy. For the 1st time in 3 years I worked the 1st week of the year so now am a little antsy in trekking the WORLD. And again it won`t be anytime soon since we are planning to see other places this year. Will keep you posted where we end up! Also this year we`ll try to reconnect with friends and family old and new alike. And also try to make my family`s (back home) life a bit more comfortable than before. They are not getting any younger and I truly believe in the saying why would I need the hay if the horse has been long gone. Which in turn I truly apologize if my time has been and still are limited to occasional day offs and a week vacation every quarter of the year. You may not see or hear me as often but friends and family are always remembered. In a couple of weeks Chinese New Year will be knocking on our doors. Let`s all welcome it with caution! The Dog is not a happy one this year being influenced by the Fire element. Have a great weekend Folks!

Not !!!! 

what do you think it is ?? An Alien Ship ??? 

this is it... Promise.... Hope everybody is having a great year... coz I am !!! I have started picking up my old hobbies and dear friends of mine watch out !!!! 

more of me!!! 

cute huh! 

what do you miss most ??? this picture tells it all.... 

Need tea to relax me tummy!

Well 2005 had left and now 2006 is here. I wonder what's in store for us ! All I wish for? Happiness and good health to all! And in 28 days we welcome the Chinese New year!!! More food !! yey!!! Welcome year of the dog!!!


Year of the Dog

1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
People born in the Year of the Dog possess the best traits of human nature. They have a deep sense of loyalty, are honest, and inspire other people`s confidence because they know how to keep secrets. But Dog People are somewhat selfish, terribly stubborn, and eccentric. They care little for wealth, yet somehow always seem to have money. They can be cold emotionally and sometimes distant at parties. They can find fault with many things and are noted for their sharp tongues. Dog people make good leaders. They are compatible with those born in the Years of the Horse, Tiger, and Rabbit.