Stop the Madness

We have so much to be thankful for this year, especially our little bundle of joy that’s about to come in Feb of 2010. And that’s what Thanksgiving is all about. Appreciating all the nice things no matter how big or small. No matter what tragedies, problems, sorrows or struggles we went through, we should always look at the bigger picture, like our health, family, friends or simply being alive and enjoying all the simple things that life has to offer.

But there’s this one time of the year that things really get complicated. A time when you need to have a plan and yet it still doesnt happen as it should be. Where luck is a very important factor and your chances are so small that you have to fight for it.

I’m not talking about some dilemma nor over the top event, I’m talking about Black Friday. Oh yes, a shopping frenzy that every single person in North America looks forward to. Where people would fall in line for hours or even camp out days before just to get the best deals.

Too bad for me, I was working Thursday night and I dont get off until 7:30 Friday morning. Luckily, I was able to buy one of the netbooks I wanted online the night before but I had to wake Anna at 3am. And by the time I went home that day, it was all sold out. My dad, who always pays us a visit every Thanksgiving even had to stay up too.

After work, I went back home just to take a shower and pick up Anna and my dad (who were both ready). We then headed to Wal-Mart, Target, Costco, and Best Buy. We started late, but we were still able to get some of the stuff that we wanted and a few extras.

After a whole day of shopping, we were all exhausted and tired. But how will it be like next year? Would things be the same or get worst? And the most important question is, will this madness ever stop?

First Glimpse

(Caramel Apples that they gave out at work.)


Halloween is the only day of the year that kids get to scare people and get a treat in return. We did not buy any candies nor costumes and did not really care for all the stuff that's about to happen. But instead, we we're all hyped up and ready to go to see our baby.


We had an appointment @5pm for a 4D ultrasound. When we arrived, we're the only clients, probably because it was Halloween. Took the tech a while to get everything set up but the wait was worth it.

We're so happy to see our baby for the first time, even though we get to go for our monthly ultrasound in our OB (and we didn't wanna know the baby's gender).



The baby was asleep for a couple of minutes and kept covering it's face with both of its feet and hands. When it finally woke up, it gave us a couple of yawns and smiles. It was so cute.

For now, we just have to settle with the constant quickening in Anna's tummy and have that memory of the first glimpse of our baby.

Pregnancy pics

This shows how cheap I am. Anna keeps asking me if we could go for a photo shoot in a studio, but me being me said " No...... Let's just do it here at home instead". And it came out like this.

Job well done

Last Wednesday, Sharp Chula Vista held it's annual Core Awards. Different departments and notable figures are nominated to recognized the contributions in their chosen field and their community.

I heard the news two days prior to the ceremony that Anna was nominated in one of the categories. It's been long overdue and she deserves it.

On the day itself, I woke up early (around noon, since I'm on the night shift, that's early for me) and readied myself. I'm all set and excited.

The ceremony was themed after the game show "Who wants to be a millionaire?". The atmosphere was fun. When Anna's category was then presented I was really hoping that she would win, but she was up against with other people who really made a huge impact to other people's lives.

But still, I'm so proud of her. Being nominated is more than enough. And she deserves a pat in the back for a job well done.

Sizzling Saturday

This was gonna be my last day to go on the Comic-con. And besides, it was already taking it's toll on me. Anna was with me on this day but she was too tired to go around and take pictures with me.

Saturday was masquerade day. This is when most of the people comes in donning their best costumes vying for some prize. It was too crowded but this was the best day to go. But if you're in for the exclusive toys, you'll just be disappointed since most of the good stuff are sold out already.

This is also the day that most celebrities comes in. Saw a couple like, Megan Fox, Leonard Nimoy and Stan Lee to name a few. And most of the best programs are scheduled also.

I already bought the things that I really want on the previous days, and I'm really in for the cosplayers. I really felt bad, because Anna was just sitting in a corner. She did wanted to go around and take pictures but she was concerned with the large crowd and she might caught something like flu which would affect her pregnancy. So we decided to go home early.

Comic-con has ended, but I'm already gearing up to next year's Con. I'm really excited for next year, since we already have a baby and we're planning to dress him/her up. We haven't thought of a costume yet. And hopefully, Jun would be able to join me next year. He was supposed to this year, but for some reason, he decided not to.

Oh well, I guess I'll see all those people again next year.

Frenzied Friday

My third day at the Con. And it was no different from the previous days. Same old parking, same old crowd, same old stuff to see, but a whole new experience.

Same routine as we did on Thursday but now, I was there as early as 6:30. And I was able to get a good parking spot, just beside the Convention Center. People were just rushing to get inside and trying to get ahead of all the lines.

The next thing I know, I was sitting down, probably one of the first 100 people in line. I was sooooo happy that finally, I'd be able to get inside really early. But then again , something's wrong here.

After 2 hours, the line moved forward but we're heading towards one of the ballrooms. Ok, it's confirmed, I'm attending one of the programs. But which one? I sat comfortably on the 4th row and just waited what's in store.

And then I heard one of the attendees on my right said that it's Stargate Universe. I'm familiar with the show and yet I haven't seen even an episode of it's franchise. Oh well, I waited 2 freakin hours in line and I'm sitting on the 4th row. So i;m just gonna make the best out of this.

I was just there sitting for an hour before the program started. Then they showed a clip of the upcoming season of the series. Everyone was so excited and I was there having no clue at all. At least the cast were there, and I get to see celebrities.

I then headed downstairs to the exhibit hall. Place was packed, "again". So, I just went around, took pictures and headed off to pick up Anna from work and then went home. Another day at the con and another one for tomorrow.