Get ahead in Fashion

Career opportunities in fashion are increasing yearly. It does not limit to modeling or being a fashion designer anymore. If you're good in business but want to join the fashion industry, then you can be a fashion retailer, a buyer, merchandiser or a department manager. There are tons of fashion schools that you can choose from the website fashion-school-finder.com. Whether you want to create your own apparel in the future or build a fashion empire, getting a good education will definitely be your first stepping stone towards success. Check the website now to find a college near you.

Horsey Horsey

The little girl riding Herbert the Horse.



She didn't want to ride at first. But when she got the hang of it, she asked if she could run while pushing my hand away. As if I'd let her run! I can't even keep my left hand away from her except that one minute so she'll have a picture riding on her own.

Wishy Washy

It seems fractional ownership is the latest popular investment these days. I've been seeing plenty of flyers and brochures from properties in Tagaytay, Batangas, and even Boracay that offers this kind of ownership. I wish we could get one though. But at the rate we're going, we'd probably better off working overseas before we can buy our dream house. Don't get me wrong; there are so many good properties that are just within our budget. But I'm not crazy about paying mortgage for more than 10 or 20 years. I prefer if we can do it in three or five so we don't have to worry about obligations just in case something happens in the future.

Time for a new TV set

Our TV of 4 years broke down last Sunday. I felt a bit sad because it was one of the first appliances that we bought when The Husband and I were just starting out. It's a 27" colored TV set that we bought at Surplus for only Php3,000. The Husband doesn't share what I feel; he's actually a bit pissed because he can't play his PS2 anymore. We have another TV inside our room but he's not allowed to watch or play there when Sandy's asleep LOL. I feel bad for him too because watching TV is his only way to relive stress from work. I might consider letting him use my LCD monitor. We'll need an lcd mount though because it's hard to watch movies, let alone PS2 when it's on my computer table.

Snack Time

Here's the little girl having merienda with BJ.



Yes, she's eating an "ice cube" while looking out at the terrace for birds. This is her everyday routine everytime she wakes up from her afternoon nap. The dress she's wearing was made by her Grandma from leftover fabrics.

Summer Activities for Toddlers

Found this on a yahoogroup and thought you might be interested.

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KIDSAHOYSHOP.COM'S SUMMER 2008 CREATIVE PROGRAMS:

ART LAB (Tuesdays 4-6yrs 10-12pm / 6-8yrs: 1-3pm)
Art and science are key elements for understanding the world around us and the two are intimately related. Learn by hands-on participation: watch it, find it, hold it, build it. Once students internalize science through hands-on exploration, the concepts will resonate through out their everyday lives. Study the science of a sunset, and then do a pastel of the sunset. Look at a Leonardo da Vinci invention, and then draw your own similar invention idea. The idea is to combine science facts and art projects to delight the children. Geared to the visual or kinesthetic learners. Guaranteed fun!

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ART STUDIO (Thursdays 4-6yrs 10-12pm / 6-8yrs: 1-3pm)
A Journey Through Artists Eyes: An exploration of different works of art by famous artists from the impressionists (Claude Monet) to the surrealists (Salvador Dali) to modern artists like Alexander Calder. Student will create their own artwork (collage, paint, color, rubbings, plant drawings, sculpture, still life drawing, block printing, wire & clay sculpture, and more) based on the artist’s artwork they view.

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LITTLE TREKKERS (Saturdays 2-4yrs old 10am-12nn)
This developmentally-appropriate art program is designed to let your child experience the joys of artistic play using paint, clay, shapes, colors, textures and more! Every session, new projects will be introduced for children to provide a multi-sensory experience
that builds a foundation for creativity and an appreciation of beauty. This program will emphasize on hands-on, experiential activities; and will incorporate music, art, rhyming, games and other activities to heighten interest and reinforce skill building and comprehension.

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CREATIVE KITCHEN (5-8yrs old & 9-13yrs old, 1hr, once a week)
Imagine, Invent, Explore! This is a way for kids to cook up unique and ingenious ideas with exciting activities that will bring out and hone their creativity. This is where we challenge kids to think out of the box, see beyond and wonder “what if?”. Because with a little imagination and skill, kids have the recipe for great songs, stories and many more!

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KIDS CLICK (5-8 years old , 2 hour sessions)
Take awesome portraits! Create crazy U.F.O. photos! Make cool photo essays! This is a chance for kids to have fun while understanding the basic functions and techniques of digital photography. Kids will learn to be in control of the camera, develop the speed and alertness for photography and most of all be creative with what they see through the lens. Each kid must bring their own point and shoot digital camera.

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SHARP SHOOTERS (9-13 years old, 2 hour sessions)
Be the master of moments. The captain of composition. The leader of light and shade. This is for kids who want to go beyond just taking pictures to taking awesome, rockin’ and imaginative pictures. Through these sessions we aim to bring out each kid’s style and
personality, to give them a way to express themselves and show the world their point of view.Each kid must bring their own point and shoot digital camera.

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BOUNCY BEATS (ages 1-2) / 1 hr, once a week
Share a delightful musical experience with your kid as they discover the wonderful world of beats, rhythms and melodies! Bond with your child as you listen to song tales, sing nursery rhymes and play simple musical instruments. Be in harmony with your baby as he/she begins his/her musical journey.

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TINY TUNES (ages 3-5) / 1 hr, once a week
Sing out loud! Dance away! Play, play, play!This is the time for kids to express themselves freely though music. Here they can explore musical concepts such as tempo, melody and harmony while learning traditional songs, creative movement, musical instruments and
more!

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CONCERT KIDS (ages 6-8) / 1 hr, once a week
Be an all around music maker! Learn to create music with others through instrument playing, learn to make your own musical instruments and be the star of musical storytelling! This is where kids get to develop their skills in listening, appreciating and recognizing musical concepts! Plus lots of fun songs, dances and creative movement activities to experience!

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JUNIOR JAM (ages 9-13) / 1 ½ hrs, twice a week
Be part of a one-of-a-kind ensemble! Create and improvise music through song, dance and instrument playing! Learn to read, compose and perform music like a pro! Get to play cool percussion instruments, improvised instruments and even instruments you made
yourselves! Travel the world through music legends and genres. Discover the harmony that music, teamwork and whole lot of fun can make!

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CLASSIC GUITAR for Beginners (ages 9 and up) / 1 hr, once a week, individual lessons. Discover the music of the masters. Learn to read musical notation and perform classical music through guitar plucking techniques. Rule the art of classical guitar and keep timeless pieces playing! Requirement: students should bring their own nylon-stringed guitar

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ACOUSTIC GUITAR for Beginners (ages 9 and up) / 1 hr, once a week, individual lessons. Learn the basic guitar chords of your favorite rock songs and pop hits! Master those strumming techniques and get ready for stardom! Requirement: students should bring their own nylon-stringed guitar

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PLAYDATES/THEMED PARTIES FOR SMALL GROUPS OF 10kids (SATURDAY 2-4PM) Themes per Saturday to be announced by 1st week of April.

(All programs above are taught and facilitated by either a Fine Arts, Music or Art Education graduate from UP)

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EXCITING NEWS: WATCH OUT FOR AN EXCITING FAMILY EVENT THIS SUMMER!!! THE CARAVAN OF FUN IS COMING TO TOWN!!!

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Feel free to forward to everyone you know especially those who live in, around, and near Malate, Manila. We look forward to A ONE-OF-A-KIND Summer ARTventure with you!!!

DISCOUNTS given to TWO OR MORE programs taken per child or for 2 or more siblings.
Want to mix & match different PlayShops?
Ask us to help you create your child's fun 8-session combo-program today!
Choose a progressive 8-session program or pick from available stand-alone programs.
Creative Journey Begins April 7, 2008 - Ends May 30, 2008 (TBD)

Email us TODAY @ kidsahoy@yahoo.com to reserve your slot with the following info:

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Try it out mommies! I personally like to enroll Sandy in a ballet class or ice skating next year. How exciting it would be to see her prancing around in tights or gliding on ice wearing her cute skate shoes.

Photos Tag

Here’s how it works:

1. Go to www.photobucket.com
2. Type in your answer to the question in the “search” box.
3. Use only the first page.
4. Insert the picture into your Blog.

1.) What is your Relationship Status?


2)What is your current mood?


3.) Who is your Favorite Band / Artist?


4.) What is your Favorite Movie?


5.) What kind of pet do you have?


6.) Where do you live?


7.) Where do you work?


8.) What do you look like?


9.) What do you drive?

10)What did you do last night?




11.) What is your Favorite TV Show?




12.) Describe yourself:




13)What are you doing today?


14.) What is your Name?


15.) What’s your Favorite Candy?

Design your own shirt

Found this Tshirt Printing website that lets you design T-shirts online. You can choose the shirt style from long sleeves, shorts sleeves, tank tops and sleeveless. The color options are huge and the sizes range from small to XXL. You can also use the artworks available from the Tshirt printing site or upload your own design. There's an option to write words using different fonts, add names and numbers so you can use it to design for a team uniform. Aside from that, this Tshirt printing site also sells various apparel from baseball jerseys, woven shirts, headwear, fleese, children's and even mugs.

Trouble at work

All our client sites are down. Yaiiks! This means we all need to be on our toes as we pacify and answer client inquiries about their f@ckd up websites. I hope there's something that I can do to help our company but my hands are tied. The tech guys will have to do their magic this time.

I can't sleep, I'm worried. We're talking about hundreds of websites that are down for more than 36 hrs here. What if they all decide to move to a new host / ecommerce platform? Crazy, crazy day.

Unbearable Weight

I'm gaining weight everyday! I thought I was safe because I'm still breastfeeding but apparently, not. For the last two months, I gained a total of 6 lbs, which normally shouldn't be a big deal. Only it goes to my thighs and hips that I'm not comfortable wearing shorts anymore. Summer is here and there's no time to lose. I need to take out our rusty fitness equipment from the stock room so I can get back into shape. The problem is will I ever find time to exercise?