Putting thoughts in our kids mind isn't one of the policies we have set for them at home. We never push anything for them to like or do and never once forced them what we want them to be. And just like when they're toddlers, we never hurry them to sit and behave on the potty. Me and my dear Dale know better. There's a right time for everything, as what we always said to each other. So, when Josef came home one day from school (if my memory serves me right, it was the week before his DC/NYC field trip) with this brochure about "summer sports program" on hand and told me he wants to play baseball, I hastily replied........"if that's what you want to do this summer, you have my permission". I signed him up at the "Sports Complex" not too far from where we live (but I still have to drive to get there b/c I don't walk hahaha) and the whole deal costs my pocket $35. Not too bad I thought! Josef told me his friend signed himself up for only $25, it's less ten bucks than what it costs me but it's not at the same place. Anyway, since that this game is for 11 & 12yo, he had to go thru "try outs". Babyball as what Dale called it, doesn't require you to go thru that. Josef was placed on the "Yankees" team as if he's a "New Yorker" hahaha. The cost didn't stop there of course b/c then you have to provide a "bat", "gloves", "shoes", "bag for your stuff to put in", "helmet", and Josef picked a baseball for himself to use at home for practice. In the end, it costs more than just 35 dollars. I came home from school yesterday and Jann welcomed me with a "heartwarming news" about her being "free" from doing Tuesday's homework. She said early in the day in class, her teacher asked who could name the 7 Continents and nobody raised hands except her and so when she got thru naming them all, her teacher rewarded her with having "no homework". Jann helped me yesterday in a way b/c I didn't sit down to check any paperwork. That's Jann! But then, my dear dearest had something for me too hahaha. He asked if I don't mind taking Josef to his practice b/c he was busy renovating our bathroom. He put a new commode and all. He's been doing a lot of work here lately and I really feel for him, so taking Josef for baseball practice wasn't that big of a deal. "It takes two to tango", you know! For almost a month now he never stop on his home improvement projects. He replaced all our three bedroom's carpet and put a new one. He did them all by himself and put new paddings too. It will probably cost us a fortune if we hire someone to install it but since he's a good fixer, we saved a lot. I mean, a whole lot!

Being a good husband and provider and a wonderful fixer, he told me we will go out of town as his reward hahaha. It kinda went backwards don't it? I'm the one who suppose to give rewards for all the jobs well done but instead I am being rewarded. We went here and there and shop a little. The duos below came home with me (in the shopping bag). Aren't they gorgeous? I wish you all have a whimsical Wednesday and thanks a lot for reading.

Jeth, cute sandals! I like the brown pair, pang summer talaga ang dating. ~_^

Are you guys are done with the meetings for Jann's 1st communion? I attended twice, John attended once with Triz, then Triz will have another (last meeting) next month. I am looking forward to the communtion. I already bought Triz's vail at the GroupUSA in the mall near us. I think she is all sit. Thanks for stopping by at my blog, I know you are real busy. Thanks Deary! ~_^

Well, well, what you have here? Those pairs are gorgeous. It really defines your "good taste" about stuff. You have a sense of style indeed. So, Tuesday must be meaningful for all of you. And wow, for Janna to call out the 7 continents without mistake. That shows you what kind of motivation she's getting at home....

Jeth, I just need to make a compliment on your bisaya.Hehehe! Tama yon ha! Na surprised ako, galing mo talaga! ~_^ Good job on trying day. Keep it coming. ^_^

Gosh Jeth, the motivations you have for your kids are quite different from the parents I knew. Believe me there's a lot of parents out there who push their kids to do and like something they want for their kids. How horrible their actions and how fortunate the children. Your sport complex must be well-equipped and offers a lot because of what they charged you to sign-up. Here, it cost 20 dollars and free uniform. I can't wait to see your son on his Yankees outfit . Your pairs are gorgeous, I agree. The **brands** are on top of the line too. You surely know your stuff .

What a great hubby you have Jeth. You can count on him whenever you have some home projects in mind that you want to get done. The best part is, it won't cost you a thing. These days it is very expensive to hire anybody to get your home projects done for you. Thanks a lot for sharing Josef's wonderful shots from DC & New York City. I enjoyed every shot with smile. He's a score ahead from the rest whose never been there. His experience is truly *PRICELESS*.

I just laugh out loud when you mentioned you don't walk. People who can drive never walk. Walking is for those who don't have car and don't know how to drive. Jeth, I love your thongs. That would be lovely to have on hot summer days. Are they leather? By the way, Josef looked great in front of The White House. What a fortunate boy to experience such trip. I bet you are very proud of him. Well, you have all the reasons to be .

Was here lurking in to see new update. How's thing going dear? Josef's DC/NYC trip pix turned out great. He's now accomplished one great experience many people from all walks of life haven't. I've never been there and my dad who's in his late 60's doesn't know how DC and NYC looks like in real time either. I'd say, it really pays off to be smart. Josef is a special child with special talent and with so much more special things reserved for him. I agree with the lady, Jeth you have all the reasons in the world to be proud of him. He's out of this world....

Dear Lan.....thanks that u like my sandals. I preferred the brown over the white myself b/c it's very light and just right for hot summer days. As for Jann's veil, me and my husband ordered it on-line at the store yesterday. Store doesn't have it but it is available @ their website. Regarding my "trying hard" ....I'd say that one of my skills is dialect literacy. I found it very easy to learn other people's dialect. Thnx a lot for commenting and for coming.

Cindy.....it doesn't take a whole village to raise a kid just two parents who have enough good sense . We never torture [forcing them to do this and be like that] our kids but norture them and make them believe the true family values. Nice stuff costs extra, we all know that! I preferred durability & comfortness over how much I could save. Thanks for both the compliments and the time u spent here.

Motherof2.....am just glad I wasn't married to a military man or else the kids would be raised "military style" HaHaHa. Believe me, I've been around with an Airforce head-of-the-house and let me tell u that "his words" are the law of the land HaHaHa. I am not joking but when he said something, he commanded it as if the rest of the family is his battalion. The kids were raised military style in sooo many ways. And the wife lives under his thumb. Children's wish need to be respected just like the way grown ups want theirs. U can't hurry love as u can't force ur kids to like this and be like that. I told my husband that I don't care if all the girls in our neighborhood shake their legs and tap their feet on the dancing floor. If Jann doesn't like to dance, so be it. I'm not going to force any of my kids to be somebody else. I will 100% show how Josef looks like on his Yankees uniform. Thanks for the compliments about my "duos" and my "kids". Glad u came and visit me often.

Liz.....it is really an honor being married to Dale. The most priceless part is that I don't live under his thumb. I am everybody's worst nightmare but I gave Dale all th

Liz.....the credits for putting up with me HaHaHa. My way or the hi-way and that you must be darn nice to put up with me. I am not "sugar coating" to make it sounds good but we've been together for almost 13yrs now, so I must be worth spending his 13yrs with HaHaHa. Thanks for ur thoughts.

Nitz.....yup, they're leather! Would be lovely to wear for walking on hot summer days. Unfortunately, I always drive when I left our front door . Thanks for the compliment about Josef and his trip. Josef is truly the Bells clan's pride and Jann too since that she'll be in the gifted class come August. If that wouldn't put us all on cloud nine, I don't know what would. I appreciate u came often and visit me.