A Double Decker Bed or a Trundle Bed?

When the kids were young, we contemplated on having a double decker bed but fear got the better of me and instead bought single beds for them.  Later when we had already bought single beds for them, I also thought of buying trundle beds (one can check DayBeds.com for a trundle bed) for the two of them.  After much contemplation, I concluded that it is best to train them to sleep on their own bed because they could not be sleeping together on a single bed, being a girl and a boy. :D

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Kay was only almost three years old when she had her first bed.  There is enough space in the room so her bed is inside our room with our bed,  while Daryl still sleeps on a big crib beside our bed.  Kay's bed is positioned separate from our bed and the crib.

She got excited at first upon seeing her bed and we were also excited seeing her sleep in her bed.  She wasn't able to sleep comfortably and had woke up a few times the first night.  I had to put her to sleep with a song the next day and the next and until she had forgotten about her fear.

When Daryl was growing, the thought of buying a trundle bed occurred to me again.  Actually, I thought that I should have bought a trundle bed in the first place when I bought Kay's bed.  That way, I could have saved money, time and effort.  Daryl had at first a hand-me-down bed from his aunt.  He got excited, too, having to sleep on his own bed.  I totally forgot about the trundle bed.

Hostage of Love

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Parents are hostages of their love for their children.  I believe no one is exempted.

I hate what my child, for example, did one day.  There were confrontations and the child fought back or talked back and I felt hurt.  I blurted out hurtful words in return then I chose not to talk.  Yet I still feel love for the child that has wronged me.  I still cannot help to think about the whereabouts, or if the child is safe from harm or danger if still not at home.   I ponder at how helpless I feel because of the love.  I mull over the things I would recite and plan to do it with might, or so I thought.

My heart melted at the first touch of the cheek that touched mine.  My mind got confused what to say and feel until only seconds later, the offering of remorse was spoken.  I was speechless.  My plan did not transpire.  I am still captive of my love for the child.

I Need a Hike

I need to get rid of these miserable feelings. Perhaps hiking with a pair of Lowa boots could help.  These leather boots are said to be best in hiking and comes in different styles.

Before I get asked what is happening, I would end your conjecture by saying I do not feel well. Something bad happened which should have not happened if not for one's self-centeredness.

It is already past 11 pm and hiking is not a good idea.  :( I am not sure if it could still do good when I wake up from a night's sleep but I bet it would be nice to still try hiking one day.

After the storm they say that everything will be okay. I just hope and pray it will be okay.

A Bad Day Before Mother's Day?

Just before Mother's Day?

Well, sh*t happens as what they say.  The saga continues as we listen to unending stories, and even to our own crappy stories.

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Still, I am thankful that I am a mother, envisioned as a pillar of strength and a creation full of tolerance against bad elements. I am not perfect but I try and have tried my best to be what a mom should be.

A Company Would Benefit from Teleconferencing

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Nowadays,teleconferencing services are very beneficial in companies.  The demand of jobs to be completed the soonest possible time and of getting results faster make these types of videoconferencing using telephone lines attractive.

Teleconferencing is an effective communication tool that facilitates job processes and helps in the achievement of goals in the quickest way possible.  It includes not only local telephone communication but also international ones.

In a company where meetings are to be conducted most of the time, this is truly beneficial.  It will save a lot of time travelling to the venue and could allow an individual to work while conferencing.

The only problem is the budget for this kind of project, and its maintenance.

I suddenly thought of how this would ease my work, and my life.  On the other hand, there is a danger on gaining weight because of inactivity or lesser activity. :D

OA Standing Ovation

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While Joshua Ledet is an excellent singer, I do not agree that the performances deserve an standing ovation.  I mean, it appeared that the standing ovation was reserved for him as in planned.  He sounded churchy and screechy.  It is not really that perfect to warrant that remark of JLo as 'one of the best singers in 50 years'!  There were better AI top 5 contenders.

Ledet was as equally boring as that gorgeous Phillips.  There was nothing new.  Skylar's second performance is excellent though I am not really a fan.  Sanchez fell a little short but is an excellent singer still.  I do not know about Cavanagh if she sang good because I didn't see her perform.  Still, Elise is a better choice for me than her.

It's difficult to say who will win.  The judges are acting weird and saying 'duh' words.  I miss Simon. :D

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