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bluephin

browns plains, Queensland, AUSTRALIA


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Where Do I Start?

February 8th 2009 05:31
My eldest son will turn three years old in a few weeks... as a mother I am very concerned with his development. He's not yet potty trained, he's still having his bottle and he couldn't speak a complete sentence yet. He does speak so many words but I feel that he still talks like a "baby".

I was hoping to get him potty-trained before he reaches 3 years old. However, until now we still couldn't get him to. I have tried presenting his potty to him a couple of times but to no avail. I am getting frustrated.

Help....
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Getting Ready for Christmas

December 1st 2008 05:43
Christmas time is almost here - time to share that Christmas cheer!

This is the first Christmas in my toddlers' life when (I think) they would be more appreciative of gifts. This time, they would be big enough to recognize opening of presents and letting out a "wow!" when they see what we prepared for them.

So what would I be giving them this year? It is pretty easy, though, because I have an idea to base it from. Both my little ones are just crazy about The Wiggles and they also find enjoyment in doodling.

I decided not to give them toys (like trucks, cars or action figures) because at this point they would just end up as clutter on our floors. For both of them, I got a car activity set from Identity Direct. It is like a portfolio that can be easily strapped at the back of a car seat so they can draw endlessly while we are on the road. Its got pockets that can hold crayons and pens and the case opens up with a sturdy tray that they can use as a drawing table. They can even use it if they are not in the car and the kit being like an open-up bag their drawing stuffs would always be stashed cleanly away when not in use. I got one for each of them so they don't have to fight with one kit. I would be printing out heaps of coloring pages which I can download and print from different kids' web pages.

And as for the Wiggles part of it, I got them a set of activity and coloring books with the Wiggles characters on it. I also got them a pair of Wiggles thongs and a TV Series DVD to keep them entertained for hours and hours.

These gifts are just simple. They are not big train sets or expensive remote controlled cars, but I am 100% sure that this year's set of gifts would certainly earn a couple of "wow!" and "yey!" from them.
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A Friend's Wedding: The Invitation

December 1st 2008 05:30
A friend (actually she's my son's godmother) is getting married in nine months...

Both my toddlers are part of the wedding entourage. I can't wait to see them wearing a formal suit (I'm sure they will be very handsome... )

Not to focus too much on my kids, I want to share the type of invitation that they chose and what they decided to include in it.


This is the invitation (in its open state) and the envelope. They sealed the envelope the way kings and queens of olden days do. The seal itself is a nice touch on the invitation.

This invitation was personally picked and ordered by the bride in the Philippines. Pink is their motif, so obviously, a pink ribbon adorn the invitation card and a pink font color is also used for some of the writings within.

Upon opening the card the wedding details are already evident in the first page, which includes the couple's name, the wedding ceremony and reception location and time and the date of the occasion.

There are 3 inserts in the invitation - the first one lists the names of those included in the wedding entourage (like the list of primary and secondary sponsors), the second insert is like a little poem depicting of gift suggestions for the couple and the third insert is the acceptance card (which includes details like the number of seats reserved, RSVP date and the RSVP contact details). In addition, a small coupon is inserted which gives the wedding registry details as created by the couple to help their guests with "gift picking".

Invitation is simple yet elegant looking - not too much embellishments or decorations or too much fancy writings.

Here are other photos of the invite:



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Wedding on a Budget: Wearing a Pre-Loved Bridal Gown

October 15th 2008 04:39
Are you getting married? Are you on a tight wedding budget? Have you considered using a pre-loved bridal gown instead of buying one off the racks or purchasing a custom made gown?

Some brides might frown at the idea of them wearing a second-hand gown. Why would they not, this is supposed to be a time for them to feel like a princess. She is the center of attention on her wedding day and supposedly be the most stunning lady around


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Think Before You Spank: A Sad Story to Learn From

October 10th 2008 03:45
We have all heard of different stories of young children being maltreated by their parents, guardians or relatives. In some countries like Australia, children are taught that hitting or shouting are forms of child abuse even if it is done by their own parents who are just trying to discipline them.

Debating on whether spanking as a form of discipline is acceptable or not is not my main focus on this post. I am here to tell of a story that I have read once in an email circular. Perhaps some of you may have heard or read of this story at some point in the past. The details may not be as it was (I don’t remember the exact details but the plot of the story has always stuck with me), but the concept is the same. Let’s just say that this is my revised version of the story


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Halloween Costumes on a Budget

October 8th 2008 03:30
Halloween is almost near and I bet your kids are excited to get all dressed up for trick or treat or for children Halloween parties.

However, with the credit crunch and rising oil and interest prices that seems to have affected everything else buying your son or daughter another new costume that they could only wear for one day doesn’t seem to be practical at all


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Filipiniana Themed Wedding: Table Centrepiece Ideas

September 23rd 2008 05:57
Planning on having a Filipiniana-inspired wedding? Here are some creative ways of adorning your guests’ tables with decors made of products and raw materials found in the Philippines.

Abaniko Galore
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Terrible twos? Terrible threes? Or terrible teens?

September 21st 2008 06:45

I was in a meeting just last Friday and one of the girls in the meeting asked me how old my kids were (the last time I saw her was more than a year ago when I was a few months on the way of giving birth to my second child). I told her that my eldest is 2 and half and my youngest is fifteen months old. She commented that I have a child at its “terrible twos” stage. I laugh, confirming that I actually do. Then my boss, whose got a teenager said that he thinks it’s more of “terrible teens”.

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Wedding Theme: Doing it the Filipiniana Way

September 21st 2008 06:41
If you are a Filipino or Filipina who’s getting married or simply someone who is captured by the beauty and richness of the Philippine culture and wants to inculcate this in your wedding, then why not settle for a Filipiniana inspired wedding?

The fusion of Filipiniana motif and modern inspirations is a very promising mix. It would be a good idea especially for Filipino couples who are getting wed abroad and want to wow their foreign guests with how beautiful Philippine crafts could be in an occasion. However, it is advisable not to overdo things. Just pick some aspects of the wedding that would carry the Filipiniana motif


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Ideas for a Themed Wedding

September 8th 2008 22:30
Most couples nowadays would want to jump out of the box and do away with traditional weddings; thus, they resort to themed weddings.

Figuring out what theme to use in your wedding could be as challenging (and as fun) as the rest of the preparations is. This has to be one of the first decisions that have to be done as most of the other considerations will revolve around this


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on A Friend's Wedding: The Invitation

March 8th 2009 23:32


Chatter On Children
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hi titus

honestly i have no idea how much it costs. i could ask my friend if you are really interested. they got it from the philippines.

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on Halloween Costumes on a Budget

October 8th 2008 04:30


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thanks katyzzz... hope you read more on my posts.

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on Sick Toddlers

August 4th 2008 08:25


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Thanks for the feedback kittzy07.

It's true that drinks like gatorade or powerade could help as this has got electrolytes and carbohydrates which are both necessary to supplement their diet while they are sick. Pedialyte, however, is an option that we couldn't do for my eldest. It would be vomit all over again as soon as he gets a taste of it.

Kids...

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on Healthy Computer Viewing for Kids

July 27th 2008 00:14


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Thanks for the comment Dianna.

It's true adults are also guilty of this kind of behaviour. The difference is, they are big enough to be responsible for their actions... and kids, well they lack the awareness and if they also lack the supervision of knowing and concerned parents they are likely candidates for early eye conditions.

It's a case of common sense more than anything. Ignorance is never going to be an excuse.

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on How to Choose Your Wedding Color

July 24th 2008 21:53


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Using 2 to 4 different colors is not bad. But it has to be made sure that the colors don't clash. It's good when couples try to experiment to come out of the box and think of something that others haven't done before.

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on Save Your Kids from Having a Sedentary Lifestyle

July 24th 2008 04:21


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Great knowing that my ideas would be useful to more than just li'l ol' me.

You're right there Jo, these tips really applies for more than just kids.

And I'm glad that besides me and my husband, somebody else agrees that even kids should be given their own share of chores, Mrs M.

Thanks for the comment, ladies.

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on Alternatives to the Traditional Wedding Cake

July 22nd 2008 11:38


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You're right there TimmyH. Couples are now very experimental when it comes to their wedding. Nothing wrong with being traditional, but it is sometimes nice to do something different that your guests will remember.

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on Simple Joy

July 13th 2008 08:24


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hi terrorbull1

you sure are right there! when everything else becomes expensive a trip to the park would always be there to save our backs from kids who want to have fun...

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on Bananas are Heaven Sent

July 6th 2008 08:57


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Give her some time... My eldest wouldn't eat banana when he was under 1 year old. Just before he turns 2, he could finish one banana in one sitting. Turns out, he outgrew his dislike to it. Now, even my 1 yr old loves bananas.

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on Girl or Boy

June 18th 2008 05:25


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yeah... according to my research pH level does affect it, as well as timing and all those factors. i guess it's really more than one factor at a time that dictates what will form inside our womb.

Is there really no guaranteed methodology?

Well, we're still not decided if we want another one. But I really really want a girl the next time (if there will be a next time)

thanks for the tip, kitzzy07