Monday, January 16, 2012

Moms Who Love to Travel

A lot of mommies have always had that passion to travel, whether for pleasure or work. And for moms who do not have babies and little kids who need as much attention and care, they have greater liberty to explore this passion once again.

If you are the type of mom who gets easily bored staying in one place for a long time or doing repetitive tasks for a period of time, you probably cannot stand jobs that restrict you to the office or that does not provide travel incentives.

Perhaps you are more suited to be a writer or researcher for a travel blog, magazine, or show. This way, you can actually visit different beautiful places for free and be able to explore them as part of your regular work. Or maybe you would be great as an insurance agent or as a network marketer who is always on the go, meeting and dealing with new people in various areas. Another option you can consider is Travel Nursing, which is an exciting career in the medical field nowadays. You can click here to find out more about this fresh alternative for the nurses of today.

On the other hand, plenty of moms wish to take a break every now and then by going to tourist spots within the country or taking a vacation in another country. It can really be taxing to be a full-time mommy, whether you are taking care of a baby or a teenager. Sometimes, you just want to relax and have fun. Naturally, you may not be able to do this if your child is still below 13 years old unless you have a trusted adult to take care of him or her.

Just remember that when you are traveling, it is advisable to have health insurance in case of emergencies. Depending on your usual circumstances, your needs, and preferences, a good and reliable provider such as MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com can surely give you a policy that will best benefit you. This can at least take away your worries about suddenly getting sick or meeting an accident. Even though you do not want to actually consider that such incidents may happen, you have to be prepared at all times.

Being a mom is like being a girl scout. You should always be ready for any situation, whether you are home or on the go. This is especially necessary if you love to travel.

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Saturday, December 10, 2011

Why Not Consider a Writing Career Online?

If you think you have a knack for writing, why not try your luck with the many possibilities swarming on the Internet so you can earn from this talent of yours? Writing online is becoming quite a popular trend at present, and if you are based here in the Philippines, you already have an advantage because Filipinos are known to be hard workers plus we can usually use the English language better than other nationalities.

You may be surprised to find out that writing online can actually bring in more bucks than if you work for 8 hours as an employee. The regular salary of an ordinary Filipino ranges only from P10,000 to P25,000, and the given raise each year is just measly and often gets eaten up by the tax. With online writing opportunities, you can enjoy hourly rates of around $2-$10/hour depending on your credentials. At first you may not be given a high rate yet, but as you go along, you can get raises every three months and your accumulated experience and portfolio of works can push up your earning several notches higher! What's more, this hourly rate is not just for one client. You can have as many clients as you can handle and therefore maximize your earning potential.

Some online writers choose to be paid with fixed rates. There are clients who also prefer this alternative. In this set-up, you are paid for each piece of work that you submit or for every project that you complete. It really depends on your agreement or contract. If you are fortunate, you can earn as much as $30 for just one 500-word article! But the common rate given is usually $3-$10 for this number of words.

Other great benefits of writing online include being your own boss and not having to attend meetings and take on other additional work you don't like; having time freedom to work at your own pace and choose your amount of work; saving on gas, food and clothing allowance; and enjoying the alignment of your income with the work you do (the more hours you put in or the more articles you complete, the higher pay you receive!).

So if you want to join the band of home-based online writers who are earning dollars without having to be apart from the family, pay a placement fee and other expenses, go through all the hassle, and adjust to a new culture, give it a try now. Keep posted for more details, tips, and suggestions about this exciting career. :)

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Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Digiscrap-Designed Mementos for Dear Mommies

Being a mom is not an easy thing to do. This is why we always put motherhood up there on a pedestal, to give honor to the hardships and challenges involved throughout the journey of a mother in taking care of her children.

As we were able to read about the stories of Mommy Grace and Mommy Danaly, the winners of the Mother & Child Photo Contest last month, we have come to see two strong women who have shown great love for their kids in their own ways and who continue to struggle and stay afloat with a brave smile despite the difficulties that they encounter. As they say, one kiss or one embrace or even just a little grin from a mother's child is all it takes to cast away all the pain.

For our two dear mommies, Mommy Keepsakes offers you inspirational poems about motherhood embedded in unique digiscrap-designed mementos for you and your adorable, tiny treasures.

Congratulations once again, Mommy Grace and Mommy Danaly--- for winning the contest, but more importantly for being successful moms to your wonderful children!

NOTE: For orders and inquiries regarding digiscrap-designed invitations, guest books, notebooks, tarpaulins, and more, please email mommykeepsakes@yahoo.com. 

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Thursday, November 24, 2011

Johnson's "My Kid's Growing Up So Fast" Contest: The Winner Commenter

Do you guys remember my blog entry to the contest "My Kid's Growing Up So Fast" by Johnson's? I had asked you readers and followers to come up with your own creative captions for the photo of my baby Khalil. And now, the winning comment has been chosen!

Congratulations to Floraine Balgos for your winning caption "Mommy and Daddy, I'm gonna turn your world upside down!" You win a special Johnson's gift pack! Details of how you can claim your prize will be emailed to you.

Thank you so much to everyone who sent in their captions. And thank you to all the moms who continue to support Mommy Keepsakes! :)

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A Gift of Love on Hearts Day

Flowny Anne Vita Ramos was the perfect Valentine's gift to her mother Danaly Vita Ramos. Born on February 14, 2008 during a leap year, this adorable little girl was certainly a rare and precious jewel for her parents. 


As a mom, Danaly has always made it a point to make time for her baby despite her busy schedule at work. For many busy moms, it is really a struggle to be on your toes at home when your mind is filled with a lot of tasks you need to accomplish and your body is already beaten with fatigue after a long and tiring day. Nevertheless, moms were made to be tough. And Mommy Danaly was surely one tough mother who did not give up even when the going became rough.

Since she was a first-time mom, it was really difficult. There were so many things to learn. It was a good thing her own mother was there to help and assist her. Now this is what being a mom is all about. When the time comes that your own child is already a mom, you should also give her guidance and train her to be a great mom as well. 

One of the most challenging moments that Mommy Danaly has to face is answering her daughter's queries regarding the whereabouts of her dad who only comes home once in a while because of the nature of his work. She shares, " It's heart-breaking when Flowny sometimes become teary-eyed when she gets to talk to him over the phone and says her I LOVE U's and Good Night's with a mwah." But since this is the reality of their life, she has to be strong for her little one and to simply continue providing fun things for her to do so as to remove such concerns. At least Flowny is growing up to be a smart and strong child.

Mommy Danaly has a lot of dreams for Flowny. She wants her to excel in school like her parents. She says, " I'd like for her to become a doctor or a great lawyer, a manager of her own business or a newscaster. But the truth is nobody knows what's in store for her in the future. Only she can get to decide for herself what great path she will choose when the time comes." Hence, she is prepared to support her daughter for whatever she would like to be in the future. She vows to support her child as her own mother has supported her all throughout her life. 


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Thursday, November 17, 2011

Ondoy Baby: A Blessing to Mommy Grace

It has been a long time since that fateful day of the Ondoy typhoon, which caught Metro Manila by surprise. Many of us still have sad memories of that disastrous day. But for Mommy Mary Grace Pellerin Torres, it was the happiest and most memorable day of her life! Surprised? Well, that's because it was the moment she had been awaiting for nine months--- the birth of her dear baby boy Kian Chase!

Yes, the conditions were tough. The surroundings were all in turmoil. But when Mommy Grace held Kian in her arms for the first time, it was a dream come true for her. She suddenly felt very, very blessed with this beautiful bundle of joy, her firstborn.

However, because of the present conditions at that time, Kian had to be under medication for his first week. Imagine the stress and pain that his parents had to go through on top of all the troubles that Ondoy had brought! But with constant prayers and with the help of the doctors and nurses in the hospital, Kian was released from the hospital. On his third week, though, he again had to be brought back to the hospital due to colds and a flu caused by the weather. Mommy Grace thought he was not going to make it... but he did. Thank God he did.

Now, Kian is already two years old and one month old. In this short span of time that he had been in this world, he had already brought tremendous amounts of joy to his parents. A happy and healthy toddler, he is so much loved by Mommy Grace and her husband. It's a good thing they had always leaned on each other's shoulders and knew how to be on top of things instead of panicking.

At present, even though Mommy Grace is working, she makes sure to cuddle Kian and play with him and teach him as much as she can. She struggles to be a hands-on mom in spite of her tight schedule. Indeed she represents all the other loving, hardworking moms around the world who can relate with such a situation. "I just want him to grow independently with a bright future, to become family-centered and God-fearing," she says as she envisions a great tomorrow for this wonderful baby.

Kian was definitely a blessing amidst the Ondoy tragedy. And all throughout the challenges he and his family faced, God remained by their side. Cheers to our brave Mommy Grace! :)

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

Celebrate Happier Holidays with Coffee Party Favors

December is fast approaching. This holiday season is that time of the year when offices, organizations, and groups of friends are having their own special get-togethers to celebrate Christmas. Such parties are usually filled with fun and laughter, delicious food, exciting games, nonstop chit-chat, and more! What's better is for you guys to include personalized giveaways for everyone, in remembrance of this momentous occasion.


Great news! Mommy Keepsakes is offering a discounted rate this Christmas for coffee/chocolate holiday party favors with a minimum of only 60 pieces. Surely you will be bringing a smile to the lips of everyone present, as well as giving them the wonderful gift of health. Why??? Because the coffee/chocolate sachets are special alkaline health drinks containing 16,000 phytonutrients! So what are you waiting for? Check it out now and place your orders.

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Monday, November 7, 2011

HEALTHY FRIENDS PROMO: A Special Early Christmas Bonus

Do you want to get a total of 10 discount vouchers plus 10% off on all products and services of Mommy Keepsakes? It's very simple. Here's how...

1. Like the Mommy Keepsakes page.
2. Form a group of 4 or 5 and ask your friends to like the Mommy Keepsakes page too.
3. Visit http://growyourmoneytrees.weebly.com and answer the question: How can you become financially healthy?
4. Email your answer to mommykeepsakes@yahoo.com together with your name and age, as well as the names and ages of your 3-4 friends. The one with the best answer wins the prizes.
4. Attend a health and wellness forum for free on a Saturday (details to be given to the winner) together with your group and claim your vouchers afterward.

Here are the discounts you will receive:
1. 15% off on Timex watches
2. 10% off on accommodations at Water Camp resort in Cavite
3. 10% off on online purchases at www.ecothings.net
4. 10% off on regular items at Health & Beyond
5. Free Human Nature 100% Natural lip balm with a minimum purchase of P500
6. Free Crispy Kangkong with Herb Dip at Josephine Restaurant & Resort in Tagaytay for every single dine-in bill of P1,000
7. 10% off on selected Cello's doughnuts and dips
8. 20% off on all regular items at Desu
9. Free Solo Pancit at Binalot for every purchase of Binalot All Time Pinoyvorites with Drinks
10. 5% off enrollment fee at Aqualogic Swim Co. upon joining AquaBabes, AquaKids, or AquaTech swim programs

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The Power Moms

 Mommy Keepsakes would like to congratulate the top two winners of the Mother & Child Photo Contest, Mommy Ghraze and Mommy Danaly, for acquiring 520 votes each by the end of the promo period. Now that's a big number!

Each of them will be receiving the following prizes:
- 10% off on all products and services of Mommy Keepsakes (lifetime discount)
- chance to be featured in this blog site
- digital copy of a personalized digiscrap page with poem

Congratulations once again to our two power moms!!! Watch out for their stories here. :)

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Thursday, October 20, 2011

Top 3 Contenders for the Mother & Child Photo Contest!

One week had passed since Mommy Keepsakes launched its Mother & Child Photo Contest on Facebook. As of today, there are 17 official entries. But who are the top contenders?! Here they are...
Ghraze Pellerin Torres- 281 likes
Danaly Mabini Vita-Ramos- 271 likes
Nikki Tan- 119 likes
There are still 5 days to go before the promo period ends. You can still catch up! Thank you so much to all those who joined and good luck!

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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Making Your "I Do" Moment Extra Special


With the perplexing jumble of wedding preparations currently overwhelming you, you may have missed out on one important aspect of the ceremony--- your WEDDING VOWS! Keeping in mind that the wedding ceremony is the essence of the entire celebration, you must also allot time and effort on coming up with good wedding vows. Making your “I do” moment special counts a lot. 

Nowadays, many couples opt to have personalized wedding vows instead of the standard ones that churches have always provided. Don’t you want to commit to your future partner with a heartfelt message that is tailored to your personal experience and relationship as a couple, instead of repeating lines that have been uttered thousands and thousands of times by others? If you do, then you better start planning and writing these personalized wedding vows already.

This is exactly what I did for my own wedding. My husband and I came up with simple yet very meaningful and heartfelt wedding vows that were based on how we really felt for one another and on our love story. You should try it out yourself! If you're not good in expressing yourself with words, perhaps you can ask a friend to help you out.

“…for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, till death do us part…” may not sound as special as it used to for some. If you wish to keep the original message intact, you can reword the original vows and add your own personal sentiments. Here are some examples of lines that you may want to affix:
  • You have brought me utmost joy in the midst of my gloom, bringing out the radiance within me and enveloping me in love and bliss.
  • You are my best friend, my other half, the shoulder I could cry on and the rock I could lean on.
  • Amidst the chaos of this world, your presence has calmed me and brought a smile to my face.
  • My heaven-sent soulmate, you have opened up a world of happiness for me.
  • I promise to love you all the days of my life, no matter how difficult, until we grow old together.
Your personalized wedding vows can be poetic or written in simple and easy-to-understand words. Although it would be great for the two of you to actually be the ones to write the words, you can also ask a better writer to help you out in expressing what is deep within your hearts. It is really up to you, as long as you can both internalize the message and truly understand the promise that you are making for a lifetime commitment. 

While it may be tempting to grab some readily accessible phrases and sentences from the Internet or from books to use as your wedding vows, you should reconsider such an option. Take note that if you do this, then these vows are no longer personalized. You can probably browse through some for ideas, but in the end, it is still much better to make up your own. Good luck and enjoy!

***For help with personalized wedding vows, you may email mommykeepsakes@yahoo.com or post a comment here. 
***To make your big day even more special, you can avail of the event styling services of Mommy Keepsakes.

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Monday, October 17, 2011

What is Event Styling?

Lovely floral arrangements lining up the presidential tables at your wedding, topped with strings of crystal beads, placed alongside scattered tea lights glimmering in the dimmed venue. Mood lights creating a beautiful and romantic ambiance. Heart-shaped chocolate wedding favors in personalized miniature paper bags embellished with ribbons and flowers. A single rose lying on top of each napkin rolled and tied with a customized napkin holder. These are just some of the visual ideas that event stylists come up with to make one's occasion breathtakingly magnificent and memorable.

Indeed event styling is an art. It is all about transforming an event into a visual beauty, a masterpiece that makes everything more precious especially for the celebrants. In a way, the event stylist is also a creative director who comes up with splendid productions that leave the guests in awe.

Usually, the entire design is based on a theme and enhanced with a given color scheme. The stage design, the centerpieces, the ceiling decor, and all the other visual essentials of an event are designed by the event stylist. He or she also gives suggestions and recommendations regarding the invites, guestbooks, AVPs, games, and other elements to create a unified concept that will make render the occasion much more special.

Event styling is not only for weddings. It can also be applied for other important, once-in-a-lifetime events like debutante's balls, school proms, anniversary parties, baptismal celebrations, baby showers, and kiddie parties.

***Email mommykeepsakes@yahoo.com or text 09228786040 for a free one-on-one consultation and concept planning.

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My Baby's Milestones at Five Months

Each baby is unique and may develop at a pace that may be slightly different than others. Nevertheless, there are certain milestones that a baby must achieve for each  month that he grows older from the newborn stage.


It's really amazing how babies develop so fast in many exciting ways that are very apparent! Every month, they are learning new skills. For example, at five months old, my baby Khalil can now do the following:
  • smile and laugh out loud in reaction to stimuli, such as when we make funny face and create funny sounds and try to converse with him
  • coos and makes other baby sounds when we talk to him, as if he can really converse
  • grasp different items and if they are movable, automatically brings them to his mouth
  • thumbsuck and "eat" all of his fingers
  • reach for objects with his hands
  • pull objects closer to himself
  • be in a sitting position with support
  • roll over and flip upside down on his tummy
  • explore the surroundings with his eyes
  • focus on watching TV or looking at the computer screen
  • seemingly "sing" along with the lullaby being hummed to him
  • sometimes hold his milk bottle by himself when hands are positioned
  • listen to stories
Babies are so adorable! And parents never fail to be amazed at each little milestone that their baby is able to accomplish. I look forward to the other developments that my baby will exhibit in the following months.

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Sunday, October 16, 2011

Our Greatest Joy

Wow, how time flies! My baby just turned five months old yesterday. As of his last visit to his pediatrician, he already weighs 8.8 kg! No wonder our arms easily ache after just a minute of carrying this big boy of ours! He's gotten a few nicknames already--- "Bardagul", "Bilog", and "Tabaching" to name a few. Now are you convinced that he really is big for his age? =)


Until now, my husband and I still find it funny to call our dearest son "anak". It's still hard to believe that we are actually parents now. Hehehe...

Certainly, having baby Khalil in our lives is the greatest joy we have ever felt! Here are the top five reasons we absolutely enjoy being his parents:

1. He always cheers us up after a hard day's work. It's so quick and easy for him to smile, with just a few funny sounds and movements from us. Sometimes, even when we're just calling his attention, he already smiles widely! There are times when he would even smile a bit, and then bury his face onto the shirt of the person holding him. Other times, he would even laugh out loud!
2. In the morning, he always brightens up our day. When he opens his eyes and sees us, he doesn't cry even if he had just woken up. Instead, his lips turn into a beautiful smile.
3. We absolutely enjoy playing with him. He removes all the worries from our minds, and keeps us smiling all the time.
4. He inspires us to work harder and to keep dreaming big dreams for our future as a family.
5. He gives us the opportunity to enjoy life and to know that God is for real, because our son is a blessing from Him. As the saying goes, "In God's time..." Our son moves us to believe that greater blessings our yet to come.

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Follow Mommy Keepsakes on Twitter!

Keep updated with Mommy Keepsakes even when you're on Twitter! This way, you can easily find out if there are new promos, giveaways, great product deals, and activities, as well as new posts on this blog site. Look for the username Mommy_Keepsakes on Twitter now!


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Saturday, October 15, 2011

Mommy Keepsakes on Facebook

Mommy Keepsakes on Facebook is now growing, after being launched a week ago. Different Filipino moms are joining our entertaining and informational community.

Keep connected by liking us on Facebook and visiting the page often for blog updates, promos, and events! Meet other moms online and feel free to share your thoughts and photos on our page. Enjoy!


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Thursday, October 13, 2011

Nervous to Pose Pregnant?

Perhaps you are already thinking of having your own maternity photo shoot, but are a bit doubtful if you are actually going to push through with it. Remember that it's not just about capturing that bulging belly on camera and having a remembrance of how you look. It is more about encapsulating the pure happiness of a mom-to-be, the glow of knowing that there's a little human being growing inside of you. It is also about having a keepsake to remind you of the deepening bond and love that you share with your baby.

If you are quite nervous about this entire idea of baring your changed body to somebody's lenses, here are some tips you can follow:
  • Get a good sleep before the maternity photo shoot. When you wake up on the day itself, smile and think of happy thoughts and of the great blessings that are pouring onto your life. 
  • Prepare the clothes and props (if any) that you will be using for the photography session ahead of time. It would be good if you can already put them on and view yourself in the mirror beforehand, so you will feel more comfortable in them and will not worry so much about how you look.
  • Make sure to eat well before the maternity photo shoot, and to drink lots of water too! Have some crackers ready in case you get hungry. 
  • Relax and focus on the beautiful creature inside your tummy instead of losing your mind thinking about all the imperfections of your body and face. Don't worry. You'll surely be a glowing mom-to-be!
  • Chat and be friendly with the photographer so you will feel more at ease. 
  • Enjoy the session. Do not wear or do anything that you feel uncomfortable with. 
Good luck with your maternity photo shoot. Have fun and share your pictures at the Mommy Keepsakes page on Facebook! :)

***If you want to have a digiscrap layout of your pictures for notebooks, guestbooks, and/or coffee table books, contact 09228786040.

Image Credit: www.sweetkissphoto.net


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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Going to the Market for Very Busy Moms

I just came back from the Pasig Market, which was only an 8-minute drive away from our condo village. Whew! Talk about buying all the essentials in just a flash!


I usually go to the market with my husband (who's more experienced in this than me!) for our weekly food supply. But since we were busy last weekend preparing for our dearest son's baptismal party, we could not even drop by there. The past two days, we lived on canned goods and the party leftovers. =)

Hence, I had to go to the market today by myself. And I had to do it fast. Good thing I was already very familiar with the place, and I went from one stall to another in a jiffy, buying only the basics!

For only P500 in a span of 30 minutes, I was able to buy the following:
  • 1/2 kilo pork
  • 1/4 kilo ground pork
  • 1/2 kilo chicken
  • 4 pieces Maya-Maya fish cuts
  •  1/2 kilo longganisa
  • 10 pieces eggs
  • 1 whole cabbage
  • 3 pieces eggplants
  • 1 piece chayote squash
  • 1/2 kilo tomatoes
  • 1/4 kilo onions 
  • 1 plastic togue bean sprouts
  • a small chunk of bananas
Going to the market is certainly a big challenge for very busy moms. If you're in a hurry and you don't have time to even plan what you will be having in the following days, just buy the essentials: meat products (chicken/pork/beef), fish, vegetables, and some fruits. Don't forget garlic, onions, and tomatoes because these are the usual basic Pinoy ingredients. I just didn't buy garlic because we still had a lot.

Good luck and enjoy!

Image Credit: http://www.flickr.com/groups/pasigphotowalk/pool/tags/photowalk/

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More Than Just An Energy Booster

A lot of kids are quite addicted to chocolate drinks. They want to drink chocolate for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They want to drink chocolate even in school and before going to bed. Yes, these drinks claim that they are very nutritious and do contain several vitamins. However, if you take a closer look, you will discover that they are made of mostly sugar and are basically just energy boosters.

It's really difficult to shift the desire of children to health drinks coming out in the market, unless they have gotten used to those from the very beginning. It's a good thing there are delicious yogurt and milk drink products in tetrapacks coming out now, especially made for our youngsters! But then, if your child absolutely loves chocolate, it may be a bit challenging to have him or her suddenly stay clear of chocolate drinks.


Well, the great news is that you don't really have to do that. You need not force your child (or yourself, for that matter!) to actually forget all about drinking chocolate. There is a healthy option for this, called My Choco containing 16,000 phytonutrients plus DHA for memory enhancement! Being a chocolate fanatic myself, of course I had to have this. It's really, really yummy and I would not feel guilty at all because it's like I'm taking multivitamins at the same time as I am enjoying the health drink. What's more, this chocolate health drink is alkaline and has the following additional wonderful benefits:

* Lowers cholesterol level
* Protects against heart diseases and complications
* Helps prevent cancer of any origin
* Controls high-blood pressure
* Prevents degenerative diseases such as arthritis and rheumatism
* Reduces the risk of developing type II diabetes
* Prevents Parkinson's disease
* Enhances, nourishes, strengthens and balances the immune system
* Promotes healthy blood circulation and cell regeneration
* Rejuvenates the skin
* Essential to mental, visual and neurological acuities
* Increases memory, concentration and focus
* Improves performance and endurance during exercise
* Improves performance and endurance during exercise
* Enhances concentration
* Reduces fatigue
* Heightens alertness
* Relieves headache
* Offset damage of smoking and heavy alcoholic intakes
* Detoxifies the body

What more could you ask for? My Choco is great for both kids and adults, so it is certainly worth a try! If you're all for forming healthy habits for yourself and your family, this is one thing you should consider putting into your regular daily intake. =)

***For orders, you can text 09228786040 or visit http://entrepreneurmiss.multiply.com/products/listing/10005/My_Choco_Healthy_Chocolate_Drink now. 

Image Credit: www.family-healthy.com

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Thursday, October 6, 2011

JOHNSON'S My Kid's Growing Up So Fast Contest

It seems like only yesterday when I had given birth to our firstborn Khalil Kristoff. Wow, how time flies! I remember those sleepless nights when I felt like placing toothpicks on my eyelids to keep them open while rocking my little baby to sleep in the wee hours of the morning. I remember figuring out by myself how to breastfeed him, change his diapers, prepare his milk, give him a bath, and all those "firsts" for a new mom like me. I remember how my husband and I would marvel at this gorgeous baby that was a wish come true for us.

Now our precious little bundle of joy is not so little anymore. Even though he's only barely five months old, everybody keeps saying that he's a jumbo baby! His height and weight have doubled already. He now coos and laughs with us, and reacts at our songs and words. And many are saying he even seems to be growing a mustache already (hahahaha!). And of course, we are very happy about his latest trick--- finally being able to turn upside down and lie on his tummy! He's been practicing so many times, and now he has mastered it and can do it on his own. I'm a proud mommy!
My kid's growing up so fast, I can hardly catch up!
My big, round baby just learned how to flip on his tummy!

Truly he is changing before my eyes, but his skin is still like a baby's. We still need the gentle care of JOHNSON's Baby Milk Bath, with Vitamins A & E and 100% more milk proteins to nourish developing skin.

For every milestone that he is able to achieve, we will give him a pat on the back and continue to rah-rah for him! And for every challenge he faces along the way, we will embrace him with our loving care and encourage him to keep moving forward. But no matter how big he gets, indeed he will still receive the same love and affection from us and from JOHNSON'S!

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