Tuesday, July 01, 2008

Stylin' & Profilin'



Here we are at a holiday work function 2 years ago ... before we were mommy & daddy...


Then, here's our little one below...just me & the bambina at a Sunday brunch...I'm the luckiest momma :)

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Photos of Baby Johnella - 3, 4, & 5 months old

She's my sunshine :)










A new lullaby classic by the Dixie Chicks

Hello All,
It’s been awhile b/c well, when you have a newborn all your time, energy, goals, heart & spirit are wrapped up in keeping the brand new life just happy & adjusted to this big world...
Anyway, to make a long story of the past few months brief, I’ve had never felt the depths of love, commitment, hope, joy, pride meshed & intertwined tight with frustration, messiness, practicality and patience until I had my little, sunshine baby Johnella Bella (our jellybean, biscuit) who gives me giggles & snuggles all at the same time. It’s been like bootcamp like my doctor’s told me but I’m a better person, a better woman & now a better mother now that she’s entered into our lives.
God’s blessed me, I say that over & over...
Anyway, I wanted to share this lullaby that the Dixie Chicks did a couple of years back...pretty much sums up simply how a parent feels...lyrics are also below...
Much warmth,
Elle







They didn’t have you where I come from
Never knew the best was yet to come
Life began when I saw your face
And I hear your laugh like a serenade

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I’m never, never giving you up

I slip in bed when you’re asleep
To hold you close and feel your breath on me
Tomorrow there’ll be so much to do
So tonight I’ll drift in a dream with you

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I’m never, never giving you up

As you wander through this troubled world
In search of all things beautiful
You can close your eyes when you’re miles away
And hear my voice like a serenade

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I’m never, never giving you up

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I’m never, never giving you up
Is forever enough
Cause I’m never, never giving you up

Sunday, December 16, 2007

My Angel Baby is Here...


My Angel
Emoticón actual: calmado


Hello All,

As some of you know, God blessed me with my little angel baby girl Johnella Marie this past Oct. - Oct. 21st at 3:29 am. She was 7 lbs. & 5 oz...she's gained about two pounds or so since then...

She's wonderful & I just wanted to pass that on to those of you who've tried to contact me to see what's up one way or the other...

In the meantime, I'm in hibernation mode & they'll be plenty of time for us to get to know Johnella...she needs to start getting used to the world first...

Hope you're all enjoying the holidays with your family!

Take care & much warmth,

Elle

Tuesday, July 10, 2007







Sunday, July 01, 2007

My Happy News :)

Hello All,
As most of you all already know and just in case a few of you don't know out there, I'm expecting a baby girl this coming late October & early November.
We're both excited and anxious for our daughter to be here...
In the meantime, I have unexplained cravings for PB&J sam'wiches & Funnyuns! Go figure!
I'm so happy to share this wonderful news to you all...
Take care,
Elle
Lilypie Expecting a baby Ticker

Friday, June 08, 2007

45

Current mood: calm
Category: Quiz/Survey

45 of the MOST spontaneous questions ever, BE HONEST

1. Where were you 1 hour ago?
Eating a late dinner in my kitchen...

2. Who will be your next kiss?
JWP

3. Do you kiss a lot of people?
Not at all...

4. Are you wearing socks right now?
Yes, to keep my feet warm b/c my feet are ALWAYS cold... it's a cold night & PG&E ain't cheap so, I turn it on & off ...

5. When was the last time you went out of state?
It's been almost a year July '07 in Hawaii for a wedding...

6. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days?
Yes, I have ...just last night...

7. What was the last thing you had to drink?
Fizzy sparkling water.

8. What are you wearing right now?
Regular comfy, velour sweats, striped T & a velour hoodie sweater...

10. Last food you ate?
A nice slice of banana cream pie for dessert .

11. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone?
My mahal - JWP

12. Have you bought any clothing items in the last week?
No, I haven't...

13. Do you have a pet?
No but I wish I had a dog....

15. Are you a vampire?
No

16. If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be?
In a nice resort spa, just relaxing and chilling...preferably in some tropical scene, with a cool breeze wafting amongst the sunshine (Uhhh, I ned a vacation ...baha!)

17. What is the last thing you purchased online?
Make-up...

18. Who did you last call?
JWP

19. What are you doing on Sunday?
Just chilling out, recharging from this week!

20. Do you miss anyone?
No...I'm feeling content with most relationships right now...

21. Last movie you saw?
Knocked Up, last night & it was a happy surprise to watch it. I thought it would be all gross out humor but it's surprisingly funny & warm & sincere at the same time. There's dialogue in the movie that you can imagine real people actually having those types of relationship conversation -- I like good writing & there's good story writing in this movie - kudos to everyone who made a nice summer movie that doesn't always have to involve special effects...I recommend it if you want a good laugh, too...

22. What are your plans for the day?
The day is pretty much over, I accomplished what I did...finish up a research paper at work, got home, fighting through MUNI, took a nap, surveyed the media circus that is the Paris Hilton out of jail/ in jail reporting on CNN, MSNBC, Access & Extra (good gawd!), shrugged it all off & now, I'm just chilling out blogging my thoughts to all of MySpace :)

23. Are you happy with your life?
I am, there are many blessings everyday...I feel lucky...

25. Were you an honor roll student in school?
I confess I was...I'm a certified geek...but most of the times, an undercovah' one :)

26. What do you know about the future?
That it's ahead & you can make plans, but you must focus on the present...

27. What is your favorite scent?
Plumeria blossoms...

28. Do you have a job?
Yes...

29. When did you last talk to your sister?
Hmmm...it's been awhile...sorry to say I can't remember...

30. How old do you want to be when you have kids?
Soon...very soon ;-)

31. Do you have any tattoos or piercings?
Yes, just my ears are pierced ...

32. Have you ever drank your soda from a straw?
Yup yup

33. How do you like your soda?
I only drink diet coke or sparkling water...

34. Do you like hot sauce?
Yes, Sirachaw brand (chili sauce) is good on Asian dishes & mixed with other dipping sauces...

35. Next time you'll take a shower?
As soon as I get up in the morning...

37. What is your mood?
Just mellow...feeling happy there's the weekend ahead of me...I can sleep in each day :) Yeah!

39. What did you get for Valentines Day?
I didn't even expect it b/c I never celebrate V-Day even with past "novios" -- So, to be brief & not to get into to much detail, the night mostly consisted of - A Spontaneous act of kindness that sparked a great dinner, tender thoughts, & meaningful words...it's been one of the highlights of my year so far :)

40. What are you doing right now?
Listening to Jill Scott's "Collaborations" CD in the background, have the TV on mute on CNN, surfing the web, trying to wind down before going to bed...

41. When did you last go in a pool?
Last summer...

42. When did u last shave?
This morning

43. What are you listening to?
Again, Jill Scott's duets album...

44. What did you do last night?
Had dinner at the "neighborhoody" Italian restaurant, ate some cioppino, caught up with my honey on both our days, then watched a movie which we both thoroughly enjoyed...it was a good night :)

45. How is your hair right now?
In a messy ponytail -- it looks like a shiny black fountain sticking out the top of my head -- I just washed my face...

Currently listening :
Collaborations
By Jill Scott
Release date: By 30 January, 2007

Friday, April 27, 2007

Lyrics to "Universally Speaking" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers

Current mood: restless
Category: Music

I just love the lyrics to this song...it's a beauty if you love listening to words & how it melds with the melody & the main chorus...whoever penned it, I commend him or her...

Listen to the song if you ever get a chance...

Paz,
El -

Universally Speaking

I saw your face
Elegant and tired
Cut up from the chase
Still, i so admire
Bloodshot your smile
Delicate and wild
Forgive me, she was styled
Rip right through me

Silveretta the jets of a lifetime
Go and get her,
I've got her on my mind
Nothing better,the feeling is so fine
Simply put, i saw your love stream flow

Come on, baby,'cause theres no name for
Give it up and i got what i came for
Universally speaking
I take it back and you make me nervous
Nothing better than love and service
Universally speaking
I win in the long run

I saw your crime
Dying to get high
Two of a kind
Beats all hands tonight

Silveretta the jets of a lifetime
Go and get her,
I've got her on my mind
All the better, to make it is so fine
Simply put, i saw your love stream flow

Come on, baby,'cause there's no name for
Give it up and i got what i came for
Universally speaking
I take it back and you make me nervous
Nothing better than love and service
Universally speaking
I win in the long run

Silveretta the jets of a lifetime
Go and get her,
I've got her on my mind
Nothing better,the feeling is so fine
Simply put, i saw your love stream flow
Simply put, i saw your love stream flow

Let's go

Currently watching :
Amelie
Release date: By 16 July, 2002