Bella's Summer Look

Bren and I wanted Bella to have a long hair so even after one year old we didn't initiate to get her a haircut but we were so surprise to see her one afternoon with a super short hair courtesy of my mother. I was a bit reactive on how Bella looks. Check out the pictures below for you to understand why :( ...

A snap from Tachu's phone...

Playing with Tachu...

I actually don't know what to say when I first saw her. I think Bren and I attended mass when Bella had her haircut. When I asked mama about it she said that Bella was getting so irritable with her long hair and since she's already one year old  it's the right time to cut her hair. Mama has even justified that it is timely for Bella to have this kind of hair to avoid further irritation caused by the summer heat. 

This is how she looks before her first unforgettable haircut. Maybe, my mom was somehow right about giving Bella her summer look. I just wish it is not too short though...

 

 What about your little kids, do they need a summer haircut too? :-)

Bella and Yoshi's Playtime: Riding on a Twist Car

Bella is enjoying summer with Kuya Yoshi around. Yes, Kuya Yoshi is in Davao once again for another round of  vacation and both kids are really having a great time together. Even at their young age, Yoshi (2) and Bella (1) get along really well. They can be both in one place for a long time without the usual fight over some toys or whatever. And that of course made us very happy. :-). Thank you kids for making our lives less complicated.

Trying to be a big brother :-)....

Pointing to a passing airplane...

                                                                              

Bella was trying to drive Kuya Yoshi's new twist car and instead of pushing her away from the car, Kuya Yoshi rode with her. Both kids enjoyed the ride despite the sweat coming from the summer heat. Enjoy summer!

First Children's Party Attendance

The first experiences of any child is always a milestone. As a full-time mother to Bella, I always see to it that I am able to take into account her many firsts in life. Just like the first children's party she attended when she was about five months old. It was Ezekiel's 3rd birthday celebration and of course Bella's first birthday invitation.

If this party was Bella's first, well, this was also my first time to attend a party as a mother and I tell you, it was a bit of an experience for me. My first time to eat using one hand while my  other hand was carrying Bella :-). I find it hard at first but get used to it in no time. It was a great party but Bella didn't have much time to enjoy it since she was already sleeping before the party ends. The poor baby was really dead to the world until we got home. I still find the experience enjoyable because moments spent with my little is always priceless.

Delighted With Her Unplanned Christmas Gift

Christmas season has always been a busy time for everyone, myself included. Since, I am busy with my online job and some other things, I actually didn't bother to shop or buy  anything for Bella last Christmas, thinking that she still have a lot of new dresses and toys as gifts on her first birthday. I am also very sure  that she will  receive Christmas gifts from her generous godmothers and godfathers. ;)

But Bella accidentally  have this doll as her Christmas gift ... :)

Her name is Ina... short for Ansherina...

I originally and controversially bought Ina for Macky's  Kris Kringle at school. Macky have only told me about the party the day before  the party  itself. He even specified that he should be giving his Kris Kringle a doll horse. A doll horse? Really. As a doting and responsible Aunt, I spent the whole day looking for a doll horse in every mall  but I haven't seen one. The day of the party came and Macky went to school with nothing for his Kris Kringle.

In my desire to have something for Macky's exchange gift, I bought this doll the minute SM opened and have my father brought it to his school;  but this gift was a little late because the party was already over  when  my father arrived and Macky's  Kris Kringle have already left frustrated. So Macky went home with this doll.

When Bella showed interest to play with this doll, my mom didn't hesitated to give it to her. I saw that Bella was so delighted with Ina. She would even kiss and cuddle her when told to kiss and love love Ina.  I never dared to take it away from her seeing how happy she was with Ina. Instead, I bought a new gift for Macky's Kris Kringle which he managed to give on the first day of school after Christmas break. :)

CDO Vacation: Enjoying Her Share

In my foodie blog, I have posted about the lunch we have at Yellow Cab courtesy of Tita Cindy. I also did mention that Bella enjoyed her share on the food that was served. 

Just take a look at her...LOL!

Eating using her left hand...

... and her right hand as well... hehehe

Munching her share of baked potato and chicken wings gave Bella a blast! When it comes to eating, you can always count on  this little girl.... as in always. Hehe

Watching Brainy Baby With Tatay Bren

Although Bren is busy at work, he always see to it that he spends quality time with Bella. When I am busy with other things at home, he is usually the one taking care of Bella especially during early mornings when everybody in the house is still sleeping and Bella was the first one  to woke up. 

Tatay Bren would usually cuddle and play with Bella and when she is already bored and tired from playing, they would watch Brainy Baby together. Brainy baby and other baby dvd's would lull her most of the time.

Watching DVD at 4am...

I am so thankful to  Bren for being such a doting and responsible father and husband  to me and  Bella. He loves Bella so much and I can obviously see that she changed him for the better. Bella is such a blessing to our lives in the same manner that we were  also blessed having Tatay Bren around.

She Is Well and Happy

After her overnight  hospital vacation, Bella was still a bit sick due to teething. She became stable on the day Bren celebrated his  40th birthday, that was five days after she was hospitalized. Right now, she is already well and back to being healthy and happy baby. Thanks God!=)

Teeth... and more!

It is expected that babies can sometimes get sick due to the changes in their bodies especially during teething which others consider normal. But as a mother I am still nervous every time Bella is sick or not feeling well, that is the reason why I would prefer to have her treated in the hospital than do the usual home medication. For me, the health and safety of Bella must come first and it would give me peace of mind if she is in the hospital.

I know that being sick is inevitable especially for babies and because of that,  I am taking  extra precaution as well as prevention for Bella.  On top of her regular vitamins, she is now taking natural food supplements. I am really hoping and praying that she will grow up to be  a healthy and happy person. 

Thanks Tita LAINY  for the First Comment...

Gifts from Ate Yellie

A few days before Bella's first birthday, she received a package from Bren's family in Maasin, Iloilo. Although the package contains  some stuff for me and Bren but most it are  for Bella  given by her 7-year old cousin, Ate Yellie. Ate Yellie is the only  daughter of Bren's only sister, Florence. Since  Bella is Yellie's only cousin, she considered Bella as her youngest sister thus giving her the right to inherit  some of her precious stuff. 

One thing that caught Bella's interest among all the things inside the box  is  the cutie Pink Boots. A lot of kiddie educational books were  also included in the package.

The note says" For Urielle's younger sister - Bella"...So sweet!

Books from Ate Yellie...

Thank you very much Ate Yellie for the books which Bella enjoyed reading and also for the cute little boots which she is so excited to wear although a bit bigger for her size but will definitely fit her in a few months time.

Thank you Tita Florence for the First Comment...

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Moments At the Swing

The native swing at home was made of rattan and has been  with us a few months after I gave birth to Bella. My mother having known  the  importance and usefulness of  a swing was very  insistent so I bought one just to gave in to her request .

Sleeping or sitting down in the swing has become a part of our daily routine especially every morning and  afternoon after Bella's daily walking and strolling activity. 

Mama's daily thing... putting Bella and Yoshi to sleep at the same time...

Kuya Macky with Bella at the swing...

It made me so happy to see how this swing  has become a silent witness to our family's loving and  bonding moments. I bought the swing for 400 pesos but  I've got more than my money's worth. This is not just an ordinary swing for me but an important part of Bella  and Yoshi's childhood memories.