Of Being Sporty

When I was working back in the Philippines I joined a lot of sports games. We have this yearly sports fest and sports of different kind were being played. Back then I played softball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, table tennis, even tried basketball once. Then our department heads purchased us ping pong table for us to use during practice. After the sports fest I only concentrated on playing badminton and started clinic for tennis. But everything was stopped when I got here. When we were in Georgia the complex where we lived at had a lot of sports activities and I wish it's the same in here but unfortunately not. When hubby left for his deployment I already told him that I will be joining groups of military wives on post that also into sports. I am not sure yet what type of sports but definitely something that will keep me fit and occupied. I am also planning of enrolling our DD to a playgroup so I can meet other Moms and she can meet kids of her age. I have so many plans that gears towards living healthy and fit and hopefully these plans will pushed through.

Our 4th of July Celebration

Our fourth of July celebration was exciting for me because our daddy came home from a long month away for his training out of state. I woke up around 8am and started to prepare food for our daddy's homecoming. I went grocery shopping the day before and it was really packed at the store. I only prepare three dishes, rice, and a dessert. I did not make more food since there's only the three of us here. I don't want the food to get wasted when we cannot consume it all. I made deep-fried chicken (my version of chicken joy), chicken adobo aloha, green bean casserole; the hotdogs were also being readied in case someone wants one. For the dessert, I made the Wave Your Flag Cheesecake. I already made this dessert during my first 4th of July here in the US and decided to make it again to honor the US independence as well as hubby's arrival.

Around 2pm hubby's plane landed at the air force base and he called me right away. I then went to the base to pick him up around 4pm. We waited for more than an hour since they did inventory of all the gears they brought back. We were home almost 6pm. We had our family dinner and I am very thankful that he is home. At the base there was a celebration going on as well as fireworks display but I told hubby we can skip it this time so he can rest and relax at home. I am just glad for hubby to be home and with us again.

Late Night Sleep

Lately with my craziness over online games I go to sleep somewhat late. When I sleep late I am also susceptible with facial breakouts or pimples. I still have an acne trace on my temple that broke out last month. When I went to the spa last month I asked the aesthetic specialist what beauty products I should use to prevent from future breakouts. She suggested to me different products with acne treatments and the one I am using now is helping me out. But I still need something that can treat my pimples as well as moisturize my skin. I admit before I really don't give too much attention with my skin but when you are getting older the damage to your skin is showing. I wish I did something to it before and maintain it so I will not have problem right now. Hopefully I will see a good result of the new product I am using now. I have been using it for couple of weeks and so far it is good.

Whose Fault???

Honestly, in my frustration I vowed not to use FedEx anymore. This happened when I sent a package for hubby in his FOB address in Ft. Polk, Louisiana and he did not receive the package. I blogged about it previously. The package contain my Father's day gift and cards for him. It was returned to the shipper and I was thinking the shipper is me but the store I used to send it has the shipper address and I wasn't informed about it. When I tracked the package it was said it was delivered back on June 25th. I went to our complex's office and asked if I have a package to be picked up but there was none. I called FedEx and that's when I found out they delivered it to the store. I called up the store and they said they did not receive it. They told me there is no such person who signed for the package working in their store. They assured me though that they will talk to FedEx people what's the deal on it.

Came Monday I called again and the store manager told me that the delivery guy of FedEx delivered it to different company. It was really messed up. I was ticked off about it. First, they were not able to deliver it to my husband then next when it was returned, they deliver it to different company. Where's the efficiency there? I called FedEx again and aired out what I felt about the whole thing and how dissatisfied I am for their service. They just said sorry and they will try to trace the package and deliver it to the store. I told them too that I am hoping I will get it before hubby comes home. It was already Tuesday and I still didn't heard of it. I called the store again and they were told by FedEx people they already got the package and they will deliver it to them. I was thinking they will deliver it the same day since it's only in the area but was delivered to them on Wednesday. I got a call Wednesday afternoon from the store that they have the package already and it's ready for pick up. Since it was late afternoon already I went there on Thursday to pick it up. It was really disappointing. I hope it will not happen again. I may not use FedEx again if I send package within the US unless I have to.

Military Moving

Two of my new friends here are moving this coming August. One will go to California to live with her sister and the other one to Minnesota to live with her parents in law. Their husbands are going to be deployed also on the same month. They decided to move out here since they don't have relatives around. The one who will move to California is planning to go back to school. She has a son and her sister will help her look after her son while she goes to school. The other one is pregnant and will give birth in October. It will be very difficult for her to live by herself and so she will be in her mother in law's care while waiting for her husband to return. It is really a daunting task when you are expecting deployment. If you have circumstances that is impossible for you to live alone, you don't have a choice but to move somewhere where somebody can be there for you. Last week they've been looking for cheap moving boxes since they want to start packing their things and put in the storage. Those that they don't need they're selling and some were being tossed. My husband will be deployed too but I decided to stay here. I don't have an unusual circumstance except that I am still planning to continue my studies. And we decided that we'll just use day care to leave our DD while I go to school or work in the future. Sometimes you wish that you are in a civilian life to avoid separation but knowing that your sacrifice is for the good of all, that is kind of rewarding.

She Likes Dogs

My husband told me that he has a Labrador dog before. He loved that dog so much that he got devastated when the dog died. When we got married we were discussing of getting a pet dog but because we were both busy with work I told him that we may not be able to take good care of it. Now, our daughter gets excited every time she sees a dog or cat. She loves petting them and she's not scared at all. I ask her if she wants a dog and she will said yes. I know she is still small so maybe when she gets a little older where she can already be responsible and help in taking care of the pet. Also by that time it will not be hard for me to take care both of a pet and our daughter. For those who have pets and wants to buy discounted dog supplies, check out jefferspet.com because they have all the supplies you need for your pets. I know how expensive it can get having a pet so by saving on your supplies it would surely make a big difference.

Return to Shipper

I am so disappointed because my package that I sent to hubby before father's day is now on it's way back to me. I sent it on the 15th through FedEx. I was told that it will get there on the the 19th, which is Friday. So I was very confident that my package for hubby will be delivered before Father's Day. When I tracked the package online on the 19th I was stunned to see that it was return to shipper because the recipient refused to accept it. Obviously they delivered it to the wrong person and did not bother to ask info about the addressee. The address is a FOB address since they are only in training there but they should receive packages there. I am really disappointed because hubby will read his card and when he gets here. To think that I was really excited to know hubby's reaction reading the one card I sent :-) I called the customer service and they just told me that it was being refused. When I checked again, the package is en route here and maybe today or tomorrow I will receive it. I did not like it but what can I do.

Summer Is Officially Here

Summer is officially here. Have you decided of things to do for the family to enjoy the season? Well, whatever it may be just make sure that you keep cool and hydrated. This is the season where heat waves is being felt by many places. You should not forget to apply sunblock on especially if you plan of going to the beach or have an outdoor adventure. Even if you are just staying at home in your backyard, lounging in your outdoor furniture, you should not forget to put on sunblock as well. When we were in Hawaii, the weather was very hot and I applied sunblock lotion to our DD more than two times in a day. I brought more fluids, juices, water, and milk to keep us hydrated. I love to go out during summer time. I am always looking forward for it to come but sometimes the scorching hot of the sun can really throw me off. So, whatever it is you are planning to enjoy summer, make sure to take extra care.

When Hubby is Away

I will be forced to do everything that need to be done. There are errands that I don't like doing when hubby is around but since he is not here I will be the one to do everything. One of which is filling gas for the vehicles. I just don't like it :-) Yesterday I was out most of the day doing errands. I accomplished a lot though. It was so hot and I was driving around, going places and do what I needed to do. Our DD is with me, of course, and I felt so sorry for her since it was hot and I have to take her in and out of the car seat many times. I was able to finish my errands around 4pm. My new friend that lives in the same complex texted me that they're at the pool swimming. After I finished changing our DD and put away the things I bought we went to our complex's pool. We did not swim. We just watched our friends and their kids. I am so glad right now I can go out with some friends already. They're a blessing especially that hubby is away and will be deployed soon after he gets back here. He told me that now he will not worry anymore of me getting bored when he is away since I have my new found friends that I can hang out with.

Home Alarm System

We were talking about installing home alarm system here in our apartment unit before hubby left for his training. But because of our busy schedule and travel, we were not able to ask our complex's management if we can do it. Before hubby leave for his deployment, we will check up on that since he will be gone for quiet sometime and he wanted us to be safe here at home. He told me he will be at peace if he knew we are well protected here. I also agree with the idea. Safety is our number one priority especially so that we have a child. Having an alarm system can greatly put the residents peace of mind in going to sleep at night as well as when leaving the house. I have a friend that also lives in an apartment. Her husband is also in my husband's unit. She told me that there was a burglary attempt in their unit and it scared her very much. They don't have home alarm but thankfully she woke up before the burglars got in. I don't want it to happen to us so I have to put installing of alarm number in our to do list when hubby gets back.

Plan for Father's Day

Father's day is fast approaching but unfortunately our Daddy will not be here by that time. He is out of state right now for training and will be back in July. Yesterday I receive an email from our FRG leader giving us their FOB address and also telling us to send stuff before June 22nd. If I'm not mistaken Father's day will be on the 21st so I am planning of sending some stuff to hubby on Monday. Aside from the usual card that I always give him on that special day, I still don't know what to give to him. We spoke over the phone many times in a day and when I ask him what he wants he will just tell me not to give him anything. But I guess this weekend I can come up with something to be sent on Monday. It is always my concern every time there's a special occasion. I always have a hard time looking for that perfect gift :-) What can you suggest ladies? :-)

Diet Pill Talk

Yesterday my new friend invited us for lunch in their house. There were six of us ladies and we're all married to military except the host. Only one from among us who don't have kids yet. So if girls are talking, expect that the conversation varies from being a wife, motherhood and of course losing weight. In fairness, the ladies I've been with yesterday are all in good shape and fit. Even though they already have kids but they still maintain a good figure. We talked about what they are using in order not to gain weight or what regimen they go through to stay slim and fit. We also mentioned about diet pills like ephedrine and other pills that can be used as quick fix in losing weight. One of my friend told me that she was taking diet pills before but stopped when she got pregnant. Right now she is returning to the gym to shed off the excess weight. That is what I needed to do too; to hit the gym and start sweating and burning calories :-)